Afghanistan: Taliban bans women from working for NGOs
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-64086682?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 4:19 PM
The latest restriction from Afghanistan's Islamist rulers says women are breaking strict dress codes.
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Faithless lead singer Maxi Jazz dies aged 65
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64087315?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 6:07 PM
The dance musician, who was best known for singles including Insomnia and We Come 1, died on Friday.
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Boy, 4, dies in swimming pool incident at Center Parcs Longleat resort
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-wiltshire-64086918?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 5:23 PM
Police say officers were called to a "serious medical incident" at the complex in Wiltshire.
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US winter storm: Icy blast hits 250m Americans and Canadians
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-64083129?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 2:16 PM
At least 19 deaths are linked to the freeze, which has brought blizzards and floods to the US and Canada.
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Train strikes: Walkout brings early end for Christmas Eve services
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-64075643?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 5:50 PM
Trains will not run again until 27 December, as walkouts on the railways and other industries continue.
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Rob Burrow's wheelchair accessible van vandalised in Castleford
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-64086021?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 2:33 PM
The Rugby League star's father says it happened while the family were out for a Christmas meal.
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Paris shooting: Protests after deadly attack on Kurds
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-64086680?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 2:29 PM
Protesters clash with police following Friday's shootings, which killed three people.
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Mark Ormrod MBE: Triple amputee makes swimming record attempt
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-devon-64085466?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 3:09 PM
Former Royal Marine Mark Ormrod lost both his legs and his right arm in an Afghanistan bomb blast.
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Iran protests: Activist Narges Mohammadi details 'abuse' of detained women
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-64084709?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 10:32 AM
Narges Mohammadi writes to the BBC with fellow inmates' accounts of physical and sexual abuse.
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Are you in business?, Rishi Sunak asks homeless man during shelter visit
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64087160?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 5:54 PM
The prime minister has been criticised by some Labour MPs after his chat with homeless man goes viral online.
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Russia-Ukraine war: Strikes on Kherson kill 10
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-64085480?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 6:12 PM
At least 10 people are killed and dozens injured in Russian air strikes on the recently liberated city.
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Brixton Academy crush: Gaby Hutchinson's partner wants answers
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-64085170?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 9:51 AM
The partner of Gaby Hutchinson says "someone must be held accountable" for what happened that night.
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Scuba diving Santa makes waves in Florida
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64085216?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 12:55 PM
Father Christmas had an elfin hand from one of his festive team as he took part in a charity fundraiser.
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Christmas dinner hacks to reduce your energy spend
https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/articles/reduce_christmas_energy_spend?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 7, 2022, 5:07 PM
These energy-efficient suggestions will keep the oven turned off.
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BBC Food's vegetarian family £1 recipe meal plan
https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/articles/budget_vegetarian_family_meal_plan_for_four?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 19, 2022, 4:44 PM
This budget-friendly veggie meal plan covers a week's worth of dinners for four adults, coming in at under £28 in total.
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Cost of Living: How to talk to children about a budget Christmas
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63861940?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 8, 2022, 12:46 AM
Some hints and tips to help you manage your children's Christmas expectations.
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Woman to turn garden into Christmas Eve food bank
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-dorset-64066982?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2022, 6:41 AM
Sharon Valler will be offering free surplus supermarket food to people on Saturday evening.
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Top chefs' tips: Cooking for Christmas on a budget
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-64047068?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2022, 12:40 PM
Three professionals talk turkeys and share top tips on how to keep costs and stress levels down.
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Food bank delivers Christmas spirit in Oxfordshire with 'Big Lunch'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64068242?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2022, 5:19 PM
A community group welcomes 150 people to a festive meal in Oxfordshire to fight loneliness and isolation.
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Cost of living: If no one comes we close early, says pub
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-64025508?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 21, 2022, 8:12 AM
Almost 90% of pubs are considering shorter opening hours over winter as bills rise, according to a new survey.
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Why I charge my family for Christmas dinner
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-64063387?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2022, 2:51 PM
Some think Caroline is a "Scrooge" for charging her family-of-12 but she says it is "fair".
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What is the UK inflation rate and why is the cost of living rising?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-12196322?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 15, 2022, 4:29 PM
The rate at which prices are rising has fallen slightly, but inflation remains near a 40-year high.
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Energy bills: What do I do if I can't afford to pay?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62435432?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2022, 2:20 PM
If you're struggling to afford your gas and electricity bills, what options are available?
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Battery lights vs mains LED bulbs: What's cheaper?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63910430?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 19, 2022, 1:42 AM
As some shoppers swap mains bulbs for battery lights, we investigate if money is really being saved.
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What is a recession and how could it affect me?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52986863?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2022, 3:08 PM
Britain's economy is expected to shrink in 2023, and grow only slowly in the following period.
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Rise in sales of second-hand outfits for festive parties
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63963489?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2022, 9:29 AM
The cost of living and sustainable shopping are driving a trend for pre-loved party pieces, experts say.
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Energy saving tips: Five ways to cut costs this winter
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62738249?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 12, 2022, 3:08 AM
With winter weather here and energy prices up, here are some ways to save money on your bills.
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Cost of Living: How you're delaying switching on the heating
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63301913?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 20, 2022, 12:27 AM
Readers tell BBC News how they are managing to stay warm, without yet turning on the heating.
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Can I get a Cold Weather Payment and how much are they?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-55992592?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 16, 2022, 10:43 AM
Cold Weather Payments are available to some owing to a run of sub-zero temperatures.
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UK interest rates: How the rise affects you and how high it could go
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57764601?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 15, 2022, 12:18 PM
Interest rates have risen again as the cost if living goes up, so how could this affect you?
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The Christmas questions you've been searching for
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63989107?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2022, 2:23 PM
How does Santa visit everyone, and is there mince in mince pies: your Christmas questions answered.
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Quiz of the Year, part two: Who wore Marilyn Monroe's dress?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-63935331?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 12:07 AM
How well do you remember the news of the past 12 months?
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Snowman composer reversions classic with TikTok violinist
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-64006536?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2022, 11:25 PM
Esther Abrami has worked with The Snowman composer Howard Blake on a new arrangement.
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Akon’s Wakanda, grazing goats and a crumbling crypto dream
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-63988368?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 12:48 AM
RnB singer Akon is planning a Senegalese super-city running on cryptocurrency. But will it happen?
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Ukraine war TikToker's journey to safety in the UK
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-64037867?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 12:51 AM
Valeria Shashenok will be spending the festive season in London, not with her loved ones in Ukraine.
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Notorious past of one of Scotland's most expensive streets
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-64067016?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 9:20 AM
Danube Street in Edinburgh was once home to Scotland's most famous brothel.
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Sepsis: 'My life changed eight years ago on Christmas Eve'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-essex-63806842?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 1:04 AM
An amputee says she feels less isolated since she started helping other people who have lost limbs.
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Reunited: The Ukrainian couple who married near the front line
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-64007115?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 5:58 AM
Video of Lesya and Valeriy's military checkpoint wedding went viral in March 2022.
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Covid-19 in the UK
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51768274?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2022, 2:31 PM
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK.
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Lionel Messi & Paris Saint-Germain reach 'agreement in principle' to renew contract - Guillem Balague
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/64031342?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 12:56 PM
Argentina captain Lionel Messi reaches an "agreement in principle" to renew his contract at Paris St-Germain says BBC Sport's Guillem Balague.
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Premiership Rugby: Leicester 28-13 Gloucester: Anthony Watson scores twice in Tigers victory
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/64070869?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 6:03 PM
Richard Wigglesworth wins his first match as interim head coach at Leicester as they beat Gloucester 28-8.
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Kyogo & Hatate inspire Celtic to win over St Johnstone
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/64009409?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 3:30 PM
Reo Hatate and Kyogo Furuhashi score twice each as Celtic ease by St Johnstone to regain a nine-point lead at the summit of the Scottish Premiership.
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Premier League returns: Every Angle of Pajtim Kasami's 'exceptional' 2013 goal for Fulham
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/56189437?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2022, 5:38 PM
To celebrate the Premier League's return, here is one of the competition's greatest goals, by Fulham's Pajtim Kasami's, from 2013.
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Premier League festive predictions: Chris Sutton faces singer and West Ham fan Chesney Hawkes
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/63955609?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 7:02 AM
Chris Sutton takes on singer and West Ham fan Chesney Hawkes to pick his winners and losers from the festive Premier League games.
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Quiz: How many memorable sporting moments from 2022 do you recall?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/64086506?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 5:48 PM
The year 2022 has had lots of memorable sporting moments but how many do you recall? Take the BBC Sport Christmas quiz to find out.
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Gemma Bonner: Liverpool re-sign WSL-winning captain
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/64086356?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2022, 3:04 PM
Liverpool re-sign Gemma Bonner, who captained the side to two WSL titles in her first spell at the club.
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