Sign language is a surprise hit

Lots of kids learn languages like French, German or Spanish at school but, thanks to a TV show, a special sign language is becoming more popular. Makaton, a mix of spoken words and hand signals, is featured on CBeebies show "Something Special".

20 Mar 2007
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London icon or 'bashed-up relic'?

Over 50 years since they appeared on London's streets, the Route masters are still running - but not everyone is delighted. The veteran vehicle with its curvy design and its open platform has been called "the last bus to be a proper bus". Many Londoners remember fondly how they used to hop on and off them and pull the string to ring the bell.

20 Mar 2007
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