Platinum Jubilee: Eight new cities created in Queen's honour
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61505857?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 4:36 AM
Locations including Milton Keynes, Dunfermline and Wrexham will be made cities in honour of the Queen.
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Ukraine war: US fully backs Sweden and Finland Nato bids, Biden says
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-61511396?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 2:16 AM
Both countries submitted their applications to be part of the Western defence alliance this week.
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Street harassment law being blocked, adviser Nimco Ali says
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61511890?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 3:55 AM
Nimco Ali says her plans for on-the-spot fines for wolf-whistling and other acts received "pushback".
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Will Sue Gray's report into Downing Street parties be damning for Boris Johnson?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61512489?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 7:41 PM
Our correspondents reveal what they know about the long-awaited report on Covid law-breaking at No 10.
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Royals attend Top Gun: Maverick premiere in London
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-61515045?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 11:16 PM
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attend the premiere of the long-awaited Top Gun sequel.
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Retail sales jump in April driven by food stores
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61519378?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 6:37 AM
Alcohol and tobacco drive a surprise rise in sales, though the longer term trend is still down.
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North Korea: Fighting Covid with traditional medicine
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/61508440?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 11:24 PM
As Covid spreads in North Korea, state media urges the use of traditional medicine against the virus.
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Covid: Vulnerable to get autumn booster and PM awaits 'Partygate' report
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61518968?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 6:43 AM
Five headlines to bring you up to date on the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning.
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Prince Charles: We must learn from indigenous people on climate change
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61517750?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 4:13 AM
Prince Charles says leaders should work with indigenous communities to "restore harmony with nature".
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Cyber security: Global food supply chain at risk from malicious hackers
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-61336659?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 3:10 AM
The growth of "smart" farm machinery is increasing the risk of hacking of food and farming systems.
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Patrick Vieira: Crystal Palace boss involved in altercation with pitch invader after Everton defeat
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/61517333?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 10:41 PM
Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira is involved in an altercation with a supporter during a pitch invasion following the club's dramatic Premier League defeat at Everton.
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The Papers: Partygate probe 'fury' and a £184m 'very lucky' dip
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-the-papers-61517395?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 4:56 AM
The papers give different verdicts on the Met Police's probe into law-breaking parties in Whitehall.
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Quiz of the week: What's in the Platinum Jubilee pudding?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-61476255?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 2:43 PM
How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days?
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Star Wars: Millennium Falcon Pembrokeshire exhibition to open
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-61507729?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 5:17 AM
A new exhibition tells the - supposedly top-secret - story of the building of the Millennium Falcon.
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The former prisoners tasked with patrolling San Francisco
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-61514467?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 2:40 AM
Artie spent 26 years in jail for murder. He is now part of a controversial scheme to tackle drugs, homelessness and crime in San Francisco.
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Vangelis: Chariots of Fire and Blade Runner composer dies at 79
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-61514850?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 8:50 PM
The Greek musician won an Oscar for the 1981 film theme, and also wrote the Blade Runner soundtrack.
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Derry Girls finale hailed as 'a triumph' by critics
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-61506122?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 10:37 AM
The finale of the Channel 4 sitcom, which aired on Wednesday, received several five-star reviews.
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Cornwall pub receives framed apology from Vogue magazine
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-61506944?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 1:42 PM
The village pub had been asked to change its name but has now received a framed apology.
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George W Bush's speech gaffe over 'Iraq invasion'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-61505050?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 8:11 AM
The former US president corrected himself after saying Putin had invaded Iraq rather than Ukraine.
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Taylor Swift graduation speech: Embrace 'cringe'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-61502979?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 18, 2022, 10:13 PM
New York University bestowed the renowned pop singer with an honorary degree.
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Meet Gleb and Ukraine’s youth orchestra in exile in Slovenia
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61300986?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 18, 2022, 11:02 PM
A large group of talented young musicians and their families have been evacuated out of Ukraine into Slovenia.
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Vardy v Rooney: 10 things we learned at the Wagatha Christie libel trial
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-61493945?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 3:55 PM
Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy went head-to-head in a high-profile High Court libel case.
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UK-Rwanda asylum seekers' deal: Good news for Kigali hotels
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-61496397?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 5:17 AM
The controversial deal to send migrants from the UK to Rwanda is good news for its hospitality business.
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Extinction: Why scientists are freezing threatened species in 'biobanks'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-61501577?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 3:00 PM
Conservation scientists hope that preserving genetic material offers future insurance against extinction
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Australia election 2022: Cost of living worries voters
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61483645?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 11:08 PM
If interest rates keep rising 300,000 Australians may default on mortgage repayments.
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Could contact lenses be the ultimate computer screen?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61318460?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 11:03 PM
Firms are developing smart contact lenses that can project data in front of the user's eye.
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How easy is it to drive across Wales in an electric car?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61505025?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 1:31 AM
Charging points are lacking in much of the UK - so how easy is it to drive across Wales in an electric car?
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Australia election: Why is Australia's parliament so white?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-61432762?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 12:45 AM
Australia is a multicultural country, but critics say those representing the country don't reflect this.
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More post-fine twists to come over Partygate?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61516699?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 8:44 PM
The Metropolitan Police have finished investigating, but the political fallout isn't over yet.
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Partygate: How did the Metropolitan Police decide who to fine?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61516186?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 7:12 PM
A total of 83 people have been fined over events in Westminster - but how were the decisions made?
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Everton 3-2 Crystal Palace: Frank Lampard calls survival a special night in club's history
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/61517557?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 11:51 PM
Everton manager Frank Lampard describes Premier League survival as a "special night in our history".
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US PGA Championship: Rory McIlroy holds one-shot lead at Southern Hills
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/61515175?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 20, 2022, 12:40 AM
Rory McIlroy gets his bid for a fifth major off to a solid start as he ends day one of the US PGA Championship with a one-shot lead.
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Everton 3-2 Crystal Palace: One of the greatest nights of my career - Frank Lampard
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/61516944?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 10:07 PM
Everton boss Frank Lampard says he feels "very proud" after his side produced an "incredible" comeback to beat Crystal Palace and secure their place in the Premier League next season.
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French Open: Emma Raducanu faces qualifier in first round; Novak Djokovic gets tricky draw
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/61508401?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 6:22 PM
Britain's Emma Raducanu will make her French Open debut against a qualifier, while Novak Djokovic is set for a tricky title defence.
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Ben Garner: Swindon Town boss says players 'physically and verbally abused' after Port Vale defeat
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/61517517?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 11:03 PM
Swindon Town manager Ben Garner says his players had been "physically and verbally abused" after their play-off semi-final defeat by Port Vale
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Aston Villa 1-1 Burnley: Clarets dig deep to climb out of relegation zone
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59618476?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 10:33 PM
Burnley head into the final day of the season with their Premier League fate in their own hands after securing a hard-earned point at Aston Villa.
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When might the inflation rate come down?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61483918?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 18, 2022, 11:04 AM
How long is UK inflation likely to remain high, and what can the government do to fight back?
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Why your haircut is getting more expensive
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61500041?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 18, 2022, 11:02 PM
Chain Trevor Sorbie says they are now spending thousands more each month.
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Cost of living: 'There's days the kids eat and I don't'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-61491460?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 18, 2022, 6:12 PM
As prices rise to a 40-year high, BBC News NI hears from families struggling to make ends meet.
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What is the UK's inflation rate and why is the cost of living going up?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-12196322?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 18, 2022, 7:02 AM
UK inflation is rising at 9%, its fastest rate for 40 years, and could go even higher.
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UK inflation: 'There's not much more I can do to save money'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61477406?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 18, 2022, 10:16 AM
We asked people across the country how they are coping with the rising cost of living.
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Energy prices: What is a windfall tax and how would it work?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60295177?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 12, 2022, 10:00 AM
Labour are calling for a windfall tax on the profits of oil and gas companies.
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How countries are responding to the cost of living
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-61510954?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 12:55 PM
BBC Newsnight launches its Global Tracker to assess the impact of the cost of living across across the world.
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Ukraine war: One Russian's anti-war protest on the side of his shopping centre
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61515365?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 11:40 PM
Dmitry Skurikhin has listed the Ukrainian towns attacked by Russia on the side of his shopping centre.
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Russia's laser weapon claim derided as propaganda
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61508922?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 4:37 PM
Moscow says it has destroyed a drone with a laser, but Kyiv says it can't mask battlefield failure.
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Ukraine round-up: Soldier confronted and George Bush's gaffe
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61513815?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 8:26 PM
A Ukrainian widow speaks at the first war crimes trial and Bush says Iraq invasion was "unjustified".
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How can I offer a UK home to Ukrainian refugees?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/60735121?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 9:33 AM
The government has launched two schemes to let Ukrainian refugees come to the UK.
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Russian McDonald's buyer to rebrand restaurants
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61512255?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 4:23 PM
The fast food giant says the new owner of its 850 Russian restaurants will operate them under a new brand.
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Ukrainian widow confronts Russian soldier accused of killing her husband
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61511640?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 5:38 PM
The 21-year-old serviceman has pled guilty to killing her husband in a village in Ukraine's north-east.
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Ukraine invasion could cause global food crisis, UN warns
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61503049?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 18, 2022, 11:52 PM
UN chief Antonio Guterres warns that developing countries face disaster due to rising prices.
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Twitter steps up Ukraine misinformation fight
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61512261?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 8:08 PM
The social media platform says it will put false claims from official accounts behind warning notices.
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Ukraine war: 'I had to stay below ground for more than 60 days'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61494853?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 18, 2022, 11:48 AM
Katerina spent more than two months beneath the besieged Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol, Ukraine.
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What is a war crime and could Putin be prosecuted over Ukraine?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-60690688?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 18, 2022, 2:56 PM
If Russia has carried out war crimes in Ukraine how could Putin or his army generals be prosecuted?
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Mariupol: The 80 days that left a flourishing city in ruins
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61480988?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 17, 2022, 10:59 PM
The Ukrainian port which has seen some of the most intense fighting is now under Russian control.
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Russian soldier pleads guilty in first war crimes trial of Ukraine conflict
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61496428?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 18, 2022, 7:18 PM
The 21-year-old admits killing an unarmed civilian, in Ukraine's first war crimes trial since war began.
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Mariupol's Azovstal fighters: What next for Ukraine's captured soldiers
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61493182?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 18, 2022, 1:22 PM
Ukraine wants to exchange them for Russian prisoners of war, but some in Russia want them put on trial.
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Ukraine: The police officer who lost his family in one Russian strike
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61451469?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 17, 2022, 11:23 PM
Ivan Simoroz's home was hit by Russian bombs, killing six members of his family - days later he returned to work.
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How many Ukrainians have fled their homes and where have they gone?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-60555472?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 19, 2022, 4:13 PM
The UN says more than 14 million people have fled their homes since the Russian invasion.
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Retired colonel speaks out on Russian TV
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61484222?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 17, 2022, 3:49 PM
Mikhail Khodarenok gives a rare insight saying the military operation in Ukraine can only get worse.
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