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Quantum computer; Ancient water; Stem cells; Dambusters

Material World Scientists to have access to one of the world's most powerful "quantum" computers.

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20/06/2012

Duration:
3 hours
First broadcast:
Wednesday 20 June 2012

Morning news and current affairs presented by Evan Davis and Justin Webb, including:

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Major General Sameh Seif, a retired senior officer in the army, and Dr Abdul Mawgoud Dardery, a Muslim Brotherhood MP, debate the future of Egypt on the eve of the final election results.

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Business Secretary Vince Cable will announce today that shareholders will have more power to tackle excessive executive pay. Sir Mike Darrington, former head of Greggs, and John Cridland, head of the CBI, debate what is the best way to sort out executive pay.

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Why is there a sudden focus on gay themes in the world of superheroes? Axel Alonso, editor in chief of Marvel Comics, explains.

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