Undocumented and Unaccompanied
Record numbers of unaccompanied children are entering the US illegally and landing in court.
Children are crossing the US border with Mexico in record numbers - without the proper paper work, and without their parents. We find out what happens when they wind up facing deportation. We also hear how California is helping illegal immigrants get their driving licenses. We trace the roots of modern Mexican cuisine and meet the Wisconsinite who was once crowned Miss Tibet. Also in this edition, Americans who love football discuss who they are backing in the World Cup.
(Photo: A migrant teenage girl waits by the train tracks as she makes her way to the US. The girl had travelled with two men, but says that they abandoned her near the southern Mexican border when she became tired during an all-night walk.)
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Undocumented and Underage
Why so many unaccompanied children from Central America are winding up in US courts
Duration: 05:31
Drivers Licenses
Undocumented immigrants in California study to become legal drivers
Duration: 03:34
Mexican Food
The religious roots of modern Mexican cuisine
Duration: 04:25
Miss Tibet
Miss Tibet 2013 - an American - explains why so few people vie for the title
Duration: 04:12
Young World Cup Fans
Talented young American footballers share their thoughts on the competition
Duration: 01:55
Team Loyalty
Which team are you supporting in the World Cup?
Duration: 06:15
Broadcasts
- Sat 14 Jun 201403:32GMTBBC World Service Online
- Sun 15 Jun 201414:32GMTBBC World Service Online
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