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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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27 minutes

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Sun 15 Jun 2014 14:32GMT

Chapters

  • 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 2014 03:32GMT
  • Sun 15 Jun 2014 14:32GMT

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