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No-fault evictions to be banned in reform of rental sector
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-65612842?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 11:04 PM
The government is introducing a new law designed to overhaul the rental sector in England.
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Building work pending for many of 40 promised hospitals
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-65607962?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 11:39 PM
Only two are finished and open, with 33 planned for England yet to have any building work done, the BBC has found.
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Vauxhall-maker says UK needs to change its Brexit deal
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65612295?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 9:01 PM
Vauxhall-maker Stellantis is calling on the government to renegotiate some Brexit rules or risk losing UK operations.
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Bus £2 fare cap extended to end of October
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65616182?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 11:01 PM
The decision is the second time the government has extended the cap for bus operators in England.
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Men jailed for selling passports to criminals on the run
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-65560640?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 1:54 PM
Passports belonging to vulnerable people were doctored and sold to the UK's most wanted criminals.
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Police get 200 tip-offs for 22 unidentified murdered women
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-65611049?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 2:07 PM
Detectives are following potential leads after launching a campaign to identify 22 victims in Europe.
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Sam Altman: CEO of OpenAI calls for US to regulate artificial intelligence
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-65616866?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 6:34 PM
Sam Altman says government regulation is "critical" to control the risks of artificial intelligence.
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Two poultry workers test positive for bird flu
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-65615772?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 7:46 PM
The cases in England were found during screening and there is no sign of human-to-human transmission.
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Treat cryptocurrency investing as gambling, MPs say
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-65610851?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 11:05 PM
Retail investment in cryptocurrency is too risky to be regulated as a financial service, a committee says.
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Number struggling to pay bills soars by 40%, FCA finds
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65616188?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 11:09 PM
The UK's financial regulator says 10.9 million adults are struggling to pay debts and bills.
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Children suffer traumatic injuries in Australia school bus crash
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-65606211?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 17, 2023, 1:36 AM
The children, aged 5 to 11 years old, suffered traumatic injuries, with many needing emergency surgery.
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Eight in 10 South African children struggle to read by age of 10
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-65618058?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 17, 2023, 12:09 AM
Eight in 10 students have issues with literacy, the lowest performance in a global study.
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US debt ceiling: Biden and Republicans hopeful of a deal
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-65615314?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 17, 2023, 1:57 AM
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says the two sides are far apart but an agreement is possible this week.
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Busted's Matt Willis: I’m nervous about my kids seeing my drug and alcohol past
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-65603455?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 17, 2023, 12:36 AM
Matt says the impact on loved ones is a "forgotten piece of the puzzle" when it comes to addiction.
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Why Somalia's once-banned boxing thrives in the former warzone
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-65484230?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 11:02 PM
Somalia's only official boxing club offers a haven for a group of young people in Mogadishu.
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Slurping Spaghetti and other food photo contest winners
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-65549869?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 11:32 PM
An image called the Candy Man by UK photographer Jon Enoch wins the overall prize.
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Why Bud Light and Disney are under attack from conservatives
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65428204?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 11:01 PM
Conservatives say their fights against "woke" corporations are paying off.
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Living next to one of football's most unusual away ends
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-65607780?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 1:17 PM
Luton Town football club is literally on its neighbours' doorsteps - is it ready for the big time?
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Cannes 2023: Harrison Ford, Johnny Depp and Wes Anderson return to film festival
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65569899?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 12:13 AM
Films from Harrison Ford, Johnny Depp and Leonardo DiCaprio will premiere at the festival this week.
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Myanmar Rohingya: What future for the refugee baby lucky to survive?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-65537627?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 15, 2023, 9:23 PM
In the world's largest refugee camp, with no access to education, Rohingya children face a bleak future.
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Ros Atkins on... Seven problems facing Russia in Ukraine
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-65602357?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 5:20 AM
Ros Atkins looks at the challenges facing Russia’s military as Ukraine prepares its counter-offensive.
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Surf champ Lucy Campbell says her sport must be greener
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-65563622?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 1:07 AM
Seven times British women's champion Lucy Campbell is calling for more environmentally friendly surfboards and wetsuits.
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Vladimir Kara-Murza's mother speaks to the BBC
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-65601750?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 5:02 AM
Elena Gordon's son Vladimir Kara-Murza was convicted of treason for criticising Putin's war in Ukraine.
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'I've been stuck in my bedroom for two years'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-essex-65483942?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 1:55 AM
A young woman with a rare disease says she is not being supported to have any quality of life.
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How computer games encourage kids to spend cash
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65372710?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 15, 2023, 11:09 PM
Many parents are frustrated with games that encourage children to spend money to advance.
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The Speed Project: The secret 'Fight Club'-style race between Los Angeles and Las Vegas
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/65568403?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 15, 2023, 11:04 PM
No website, no rules, no official route, no spectators. The Speed Project, a 350-mile race between Los Angeles and Las Vegas, has become the hottest event in ultra-running.
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Thailand elections: Move Forward looks to make history
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-65601086?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 15, 2023, 9:06 PM
A young, progressive party won more seats than any other. Will the senate and courts let them govern?
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What weapons are being given to Ukraine by the UK?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-61482305?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 15, 2023, 9:57 AM
Ukraine and the UK have been discussing weapons supplies ahead of an expected Ukrainian counter-offensive
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Will the crisp bags of today still be washing ashore in 60 years' time?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-norfolk-65608851?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 17, 2023, 12:40 AM
After old crisp packets wash up on a beach, the BBC asks what is being done to improve packaging?
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Resistance fighter breaks 80-year silence over executed Germans
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-65613900?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 4:24 PM
Edmond Réveil, 98, said he wanted them to be remembered and their families to know where they are.
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Bank of England economist sorry for 'accept you're poorer' remark
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65609792?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 3:05 PM
Huw Pill says he regrets saying people should get used to being poorer or risk high inflation.
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Asante King asks British Museum to return gold to Ghana
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65614490?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 5:34 PM
Asante King met with the British Museum's director on a recent visit to London.
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Watch: Shark comes out of nowhere and rams kayaker
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-65614356?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 2:33 PM
Angler Scott Haraguchi filmed the dramatic moment and was not hurt during the encounter in Hawaii.
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Children in England ranked fourth globally for reading
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-65610397?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 4:20 PM
Some countries were not included in the main rankings table after delaying testing due to the Covid pandemic.
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Kate tells pupils she ‘never expected to be royal but fell in love’
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-65611730?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 5:02 PM
The Princess of Wales is meeting students in Bath supported by the Dame Kelly Holmes Trust.
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Tory donor case reignites debate on access and influence
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-65613697?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 6:28 PM
The system is back in question after party donor Javad Marandi loses his fight to stay anonymous.
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Greggs wins right to late-night Leicester Square trading
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-65609732?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 4:28 PM
The bakery has been fighting for permission to open its Leicester Square store around the clock.
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University of Oxford drops Sackler name from buildings
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-65613128?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 3:33 PM
It is the latest UK institution to cut ties to the family over their links to the US opioid crisis.
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Brigitte Macron's great-nephew beaten in apparently politically motivated assault
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-65613894?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 5:51 PM
Eight people are arrested over the attack which came after a TV interview by President Macron on Monday.
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Prince Harry case told MGN covered up privacy breaches
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-65608684?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 1:36 PM
Duke of Sussex is among high-profile figures accusing Mirror Group Newspapers of unlawful practices.
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Chester man given nationwide sexual comments ban
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-65611112?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 1:27 PM
"Intimidating" Jacob Allerson is banned from making sexual comments in public to any woman in England.
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Marathon one of the best days of my life - Rob Burrow
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-65614722?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 6:00 PM
The event has raised more than £825,000 for Leeds Hospitals Charity.
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Katie Higton and Steven Harnett named as victims in Huddersfield murder inquiry
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-65609198?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 1:59 PM
A man is arrested after Katie Higton, 27, and Steven Harnett, 25, were killed in Huddersfield.
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Tom Hanks: I could appear in movies after death with AI technology
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65607420?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 10:29 AM
The Forrest Gump star says technology could be used to recreate his image in movies after his death.
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UK men offered £10K to pose as dads in visa scam, BBC investigation finds
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-65556437?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 15, 2023, 9:01 PM
An undercover probe finds agents brokering deals between migrant women and men with UK passports.
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Record numbers not working due to ill health
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65596283?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 1:51 PM
Mental health issues and back and neck pain have contributed to the rise in long-term sickness.
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Nurses strike because patients are dying - RCN union boss Pat Cullen
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-65611774?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 4:17 PM
Union boss says issues over safe staffing is part of the ongoing debate with government, as well as fair pay.
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Martha Stewart, 81, becomes oldest Sports Illustrated swimsuit cover star
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-65608913?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 9:46 AM
The businesswoman says she wants to inspire other women, adding: "This is kind of historic."
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BBC journalists in England to strike over local radio cuts
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-65608774?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 2:09 PM
National Union of Journalists members will stage a 48-hour strike after rejecting revised plans.
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Watch: Rare platypus' first steps back into wild
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-65608171?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 7:46 AM
A platypus has been re-introduced into an Australian national park, a 50-year first for the area.
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Facebook and Instagram paid verification starts in UK
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-65571152?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 2:11 PM
Subscribers must be at least 18 years old and submit a government ID and a selfie video to qualify.
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Teachers and nurses dragged into higher taxes, warns think tank
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65608331?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 12:05 PM
The Institute for Fiscal Studies warns a freeze on income tax thresholds will hit middle earners.
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Inter Milan 1-0 AC Milan (3-0 agg): Inter reach Champions League final for first time in 13 years
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/65602192?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 9:12 PM
Inter Milan reach the Champions League final as Lautaro Martinez's goal seals a 3-0 aggregate victory over derby rivals AC Milan.
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Zak Crawley: England opener 'doesn't care' about online criticism of Test selection
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/65613768?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 8:35 PM
Zak Crawley says he "doesn't care" about online criticism over his selection in England's Test team to face Ireland.
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Luton Town 2-0 Sunderland (Agg 3-2): Hatters power through to play-off final
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/65529573?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 9:33 PM
Luton Town are one win away from a return to the top flight of English football after overturning a first-leg deficit to beat Sunderland 3-2 on aggregate.
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Italian Open 2023 results: Novak Djokovic beats Cameron Norrie to reach quarter-finals
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/65609133?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 5:51 PM
Defending champion Novak Djokovic reaches his 17th Italian Open quarter-final with a tense victory over British number one Cameron Norrie.
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Champions League: Man City's Kyle Walker on hug with Vinicius Jr
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/65613490?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 1:33 PM
Manchester City defender Kyle Walker shares the reason behind his hug with Vinicius Jr after their 1-1 draw with Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final.
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Man Utd sale: Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim makes improved offer to buy club
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/65616894?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 16, 2023, 8:15 PM
Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani makes an improved offer to buy Manchester United.
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Cost of living: What are your rights as a tenant when you're renting?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-65038459?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 26, 2023, 11:05 PM
With one in five people now renting in the UK, it's important to understand your rights as a tenant.
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Renting: Three ways to win the race to securing a property
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65089308?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 28, 2023, 11:14 PM
From being first in the queue to being more flexible, here are some tips on how to get ahead in the rental race.
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Rent increases: What you can do about a rise from your landlord
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63290805?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
October 17, 2022, 10:42 PM
The BBC's Lora Jones tells you four things you can do, if your landlord asks for more money.
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Rent prices: How much have they gone up in your area?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-65103937?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 28, 2023, 11:30 PM
Use our interactive tool to find out what the average rent is in your area.
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First time home buyers: How much can I borrow?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/65544554?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 12, 2023, 9:47 AM
With rents rising, more people are crunching the numbers to see if they can afford to buy.
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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
March 14, 2023, 2:29 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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Interest rates: How the rise affects you and your money
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57764601?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 11, 2023, 1:43 PM
The Bank of England has raised the rate to 4.5% from 4.25%, pushing up mortgage costs.
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Cost of living: Five tips when asking for a pay rise
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-64288791?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 14, 2023, 5:19 PM
Recruiters, a manager and a workplace psychologist give their advice on how to negotiate for more money.
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Six tips for getting a job if you're over 50
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-64625372?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 16, 2023, 11:05 AM
Recruiters and charities give their advice for anyone wanting to get back into work.
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UK inflation rate calculator: How much are prices rising for you?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62558817?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
April 19, 2023, 6:55 AM
Use our calculator to find out how much the cost of living is going up in your household.
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Mortgages: What happens if I miss a payment?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63486782?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2023, 1:17 PM
Homeowners are worried about higher mortgage costs, but lenders must help those struggling.
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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
May 16, 2023, 9:41 AM
The rate at which prices are rising remains high, driven by soaring food prices.
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