Israel says two hostages freed in Rafah as strikes reported
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-68271340?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 12, 2024, 3:59 AM
Israeli military says two hostages rescued in Rafah, as heavy strikes reported in southern Gazan city
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Marathon world record holder dies in Kenya crash
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-68270866?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 12, 2024, 2:03 AM
The 24-year-old Kenyan athlete was the first man to run 42km in under two hours and one minute.
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Water chiefs' bonuses could be blocked for sewage spills
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68270068?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 12, 2024, 12:25 AM
Rule breaches such as sewage spills should cost bosses their bonuses, the environment secretary says.
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Nato chief says Donald Trump comments 'undermine all of our security'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68269354?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 10:36 PM
The presidential hopeful suggests the US will not protect allies failing to meet defence spending targets.
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Schools in budget crisis as PFI charges soar
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-68207051?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 12, 2024, 12:03 AM
Inflation sends Private Finance Initiative contracts spiralling, cutting into classroom spending
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Super Bowl 2024: Usher joined by Alicia Keys and will.i.am at half-time show
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68270826?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 12, 2024, 3:03 AM
The R&B star performed a hit-heavy half-time show with help from will.i.am and Alicia Keys.
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HMS Prince of Wales fails to depart for Nato exercises
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-68268560?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 4:08 PM
HMS Prince of Wales was due to replace HMS Queen Elizabeth which broke down just before departure.
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Rochdale: Four boys aged 12-14 arrested on suspicion of rape
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-68269292?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 12, 2024, 2:05 AM
The boys, aged 12, 13, 14, and 14, remain in police custody in Rochdale.
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Rwanda plan flawed at core, says cross-party report
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-68270451?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 12, 2024, 12:14 AM
A key parliamentary committee says the asylum plan is incompatible with UK human rights safeguards.
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Horizon scandal: Five short-changed postmasters to get full compensation
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68254687?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 12, 2024, 12:03 AM
A u-turn means Teju Adedayo and four others can now claim full Horizon scandal compensation.
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Labour candidate Azhar Ali apologises for Israel comments
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-68267951?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 5:13 PM
Rochdale by-election candidate Azhar Ali says his claims about the 7 October attack were "ignorant".
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Nicole Scherzinger and Sunset Boulevard lead winners at WhatsOnStage Awards
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68249610?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 11:14 PM
A monochrome and minimalist production of Sunset Boulevard shines at the theatre awards ceremony.
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The Papers: Shapps' war on 'woke' Army and King's wave of hope
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-the-papers-68270658?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 11:18 PM
Monday's papers feature the defence secretary's concerns for Army culture and King Charles III's first outing in a week.
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Maestro: How Carey Mulligan turned supportive wife into leading lady
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68216440?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 12, 2024, 12:03 AM
The Oscar-nominated actress discusses female roles and being a fan of writer Jesse Armstrong.
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Wegovy, the 'Viagra' of weight-loss drugs flying off the shelves
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68226369?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 11:59 PM
How did Danish weight-loss treatment Wegovy become a global sales sensation?
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Crime to buses: Wellingborough by-election in charts
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-northamptonshire-68170196?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 11:59 PM
What does data show us about some of the issues facing voters in the constituency?
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Xi Jinping's never-ending hunt for corruption in the Communist Party
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-68213161?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 12, 2024, 12:20 AM
The latest phase of the anti-corruption drive targets the finance sector and elite nuclear rocket force.
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Trinidad and Tobago Carnival: Blue devils breathe fire into event
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-68250796?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 12, 2024, 2:35 AM
Covered in a blue paste, the masqueraders add colour and tradition to the annual event.
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The fighter pilots hunting Houthi drones over the Red Sea
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-68227200?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 12, 2024, 2:24 AM
The BBC has been given rare access to US Navy warships trying to protect shipping.
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Afcon 2023: Nigeria 1-2 Ivory Coast - Haller wins final for Elephants
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/68196261?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 10:59 PM
Sebastien Haller is the hero again as Ivory Coast come from behind to beat Nigeria and win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final.
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Farnham penguin finds 'guide bird' in one of her friends
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-surrey-68267633?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 7:40 PM
Partially-sighted Squid the penguin, who developed cataracts as a chick, now has a guide to help.
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Man and woman charged after boy bitten by XL bully in Bootle
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-68267358?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 9:07 PM
The eight-year-old is in a serious condition in hospital after being bitten on the head by the dog.
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Clare Rewcastle Brown: UK journalist says Malaysia sentence is 'political revenge'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-68262751?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 2:45 PM
Clare Rewcastle Brown claims her defamation conviction is linked to her work on the 1MDB corruption scandal.
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King Charles in first public outing since cancer diagnosis revealed
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-68264821?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 12:49 PM
King Charles waved to members of the public as he attended church in Norfolk with Queen Camilla.
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Ralph Fiennes: West End theatre prices 'worryingly high'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68267257?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 2:39 PM
Fleabag star Andrew Scott also aired concerns around an affordability "problem" in the industry.
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The student planespotter angering the private jet-set
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-68248168?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 1:20 AM
Jack Sweeney's social media accounts track private planes. Some celebrity owners do not like it.
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No-fault eviction ban by next election, Michael Gove promises
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68267106?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 12:18 PM
The housing secretary says courts will be given funding to enforce a ban by the next general election.
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Cillian Murphy: I'd be an eejit not to enjoy Oscars
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68261616?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 12:02 AM
Star tells Desert Island Discs he has struggled with spotlight, but will aim to enjoy Academy Awards.
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West Ham United 0-6 Arsenal: Gunners romp to emphatic win to close gap on leaders
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/68196268?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 5:37 PM
Arsenal secure their biggest Premier League away win with a ruthless dismantling of West Ham to move back to within two points of leaders Liverpool.
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Brianna Ghey: Vigil marks one year since teen's murder
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-68252812?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 5:23 PM
The mother of the murdered teenager describes her as "unique and joyful" to the crowds who attended.
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The Body Shop set to appoint administrators in UK
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68261784?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 10:41 AM
The retailer is expected to undergo a major restructure, leading to shop closures and job losses.
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Lego super fan designs dream red phone box kit
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leicestershire-68243728?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 12:02 AM
John Cramp, 43, is living his childhood dream after beating thousands of entrants with his idea.
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Your pictures on the theme of 'towers'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-68249563?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 12:46 AM
A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.
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Sinéad O'Connor nominated for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68267253?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 10:06 AM
Other nominees include Mariah Carey, Oasis, Ozzy Osborne and Cher, who has previously vowed not to accept.
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Bad economy, nosy relatives: Young Chinese put off by Lunar New Year
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-68224750?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 12:53 AM
China's sluggish economy is one reason why some have decided not to go home for the holiday.
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Super Bowl 2024: Kansas City Chiefs defend NFL title after beating San Francisco 49ers in overtime
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/68145318?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 12, 2024, 3:54 AM
The Kansas City Chiefs fight back to beat the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 in overtime and win their third Super Bowl in five years.
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Aston Villa 1-2 Man Utd: 'Momentum' with Red Devils as they hunt down top-four rivals
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/68270263?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 9:20 PM
Manchester United's late win at Villa Park continues their positive momentum as they chase down their rivals for a top-four finish.
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Six Nations 2024: 'Ireland keep back-to-back bid alive but tougher tests await'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/68269843?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 10:33 PM
After avoiding a slip-up against Italy, Ireland stay level-headed before more daunting games against Triple Crown rivals Wales, England and Scotland.
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West Ham 0-6 Arsenal: 'Massive' result puts Arsenal 'right in race'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/68269805?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 6:29 PM
Arsenal backed up their win against Liverpool with a thrashing of West Ham that has pundits believing they are "right in the title race".
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Afcon 2023 final: Nigeria 1-2 Ivory Coast - highlights
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/68270648?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 10:20 PM
Watch highlights as hosts Ivory Coast come from behind to beat Nigeria 2-1 and win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
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Women's FA Cup: Chelsea edge past Crystal Palace as other WSL sides avoid upsets
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/68268377?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 6:07 PM
British record signing Mayra Ramirez scores her first goal for Chelsea as they narrowly beat Championship side Crystal Palace in the Women's FA Cup.
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Six Nations: James Lowe scores brilliant solo try for Ireland against Italy
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/rugby-union/68269264?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 11, 2024, 6:47 PM
Watch James Lowe's brilliant "one-man effort' as Ireland cruise to a 36-0 win against Italy in the Six Nations.
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How to get a job: Six expert tips for finding work
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-64939070?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 14, 2023, 4:03 PM
There are 10m people out of work in the UK, so if you're searching for a job you're not alone. Here are some tips on how to get started.
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What is the UK inflation rate and how does it affect me?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-12196322?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 1, 2024, 2:41 PM
The rate at which prices are rising has dropped from record highs, but still remains above the 2% target.
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What are UK interest rates and when will they fall?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57764601?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 1, 2024, 1:36 PM
Bank of England interest rates affect the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people.
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Cost of living payment: When is it and who gets it?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61592496?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 5, 2024, 7:51 PM
Millions of low-income households will receive a final cost of living payment soon.
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State pension and triple lock: What is it worth and when do you get it?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-53082530?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
February 7, 2024, 4:05 PM
The state pension will rise by 8.5% in April following a pledge to protect the value of the benefit.
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