Silicon Valley Bank: Global bank stocks slump despite Biden reassurances
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-64935170?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 10:29 PM
It comes after US authorities stepped in to protect customers following the collapse of two American banks.
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Aukus deal: US, UK and Australia agree on nuclear submarine project
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-64945819?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 10:43 PM
The US, UK and Australia say new nuclear-powered submarines will help ensure stability in the Pacific.
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Ukraine war: Heavy losses reported as battle for Bakhmut rages
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-64935449?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 4:14 PM
Both Ukraine and Russia have reported inflicting significant losses in the eastern city.
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Willow Project: US government approves Alaska oil and gas development
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-64943603?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 5:13 PM
President Biden approves an $8bn oil drilling project, in a move that has angered climate activists.
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Storm Freddy: Malawi recovers more than 60 bodies
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-64938811?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 5:24 PM
More than 60 bodies are recovered as strong winds and rain hamper rescue efforts.
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Silicon Valley Bank: Shares fall as fears persist about failed US bank
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-64941010?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 5:27 PM
Stock markets ended lower despite efforts to limit the fallout from Silicon Valley Bank's collapse.
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Dick Fosbury: The athlete who developed the 'Fosbury Flop' dies aged 76
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/64945985?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 8:16 PM
Dick Fosbury - the man who revolutionised the high jump in athletics - has died at the age of 76.
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Mikheil Saakashvili: Poland offers medics to examine Georgia ex-leader
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-64943811?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 4:22 PM
Concerns for Mikheil Saakashvili's health have been growing since he said he was being poisoned in jail.
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Rishi Sunak: China represents challenge to world order
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-64943445?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 9:56 PM
The PM says the UK will increase defence spending because "the world has become more volatile".
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Oscars 2023: Everything Everywhere All At Once cleans up with seven awards
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64935289?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 4:28 AM
The sci-fi drama gets seven awards, with Michelle Yeoh the first Asian woman to win best actress.
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Israeli teachers' racist WhatsApp chat caught by pupils
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-64919768?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 10:57 AM
The education minister apologises after Ethiopian Israeli girls film teachers mocking them on a trip.
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Masatoshi Ito, billionaire who made 7-Eleven a global giant, dies at 98
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-64935490?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 10:26 AM
Masatoshi Iso's company brought 7-Eleven to Japan - where a quarter of stores are now located.
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Seven best moments from this year's Oscars
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64935925?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 7:20 AM
A full-circle moment, a very hyperactive bear and a reference to The Slap feature in the ceremony.
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How a dictator’s daughter built £200m property empire
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-64915348?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 12:01 AM
Gulnara Karimova bought homes and a jet with funds obtained via bribery and corruption, a report says.
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Willow oil: Biden walks political tightrope over Alaska project
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-64944535?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 5:17 PM
The "carbon bomb" is opposed by environmentalists, but other factors also influenced the president.
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The life of Nobel prize-winning author Kenzaburo Oe
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64938314?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 10:51 AM
The 88-year-old wrote books about pacifism and coping with a son who had learning difficulties.
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Ukraine war: Life in Mariupol under Russian occupation
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-64887890?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 12:03 AM
Russia captured Mariupol in May after a brutal siege. Now, it's trying to win hearts and minds.
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Kais Saied: Why Tunisia's president picked on sub-Saharan African migrants
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-64913796?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 12:13 AM
Kais Saied said sub-Saharan migrants were trying to change the nature of Tunisian society.
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Oscars winners at the 95th Academy Awards - full list
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64935479?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 3:42 AM
Everything Everywhere All at Once scoops the best picture Oscar - as Michelle Yeoh wins best actress.
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RRR at Oscars 2023: Why India's Naatu Naatu song wowed the jury
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-64899481?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 3:23 AM
Telugu song Naatu Naatu was up against Lady Gaga and Rihanna at the 2023 Academy Awards.
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Oscars 2023: Michelle Yeoh's mum in tears as she celebrates historic victory
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64942684?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 1:47 PM
Michelle Yeoh becomes the first Asian woman to win the Academy Award for best actress.
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Best Oscars acceptance speeches... in 61 seconds
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64935382?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 13, 2023, 5:46 AM
Everything Everywhere All at Once was the big winner at this year's Oscars.
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Watch: Murder suspect flees US courtroom
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-64929190?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 11, 2023, 10:03 PM
Edi Villalobos escaped from an Oregon courtroom during jury selection for his upcoming trial.
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How a tummy-tuck kidnap ended in cartel confusion
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-64753595?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 11, 2023, 1:59 PM
Two US citizens have been returned and a Mexican drug cartel handed over its own men. Here is what we know.
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Maharashtra: Indian students who risk their lives to study
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-64911984?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 11, 2023, 12:05 AM
Three students in India's Maharashtra state undertake a treacherous journey to reach their school.
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Hamburg shooting: Video appears to show person firing weapon
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-64910862?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 9, 2023, 10:36 PM
The moment a suspected gunman attacked a Jehovah's Witness hall was caught on camera.
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