Alexei Navalny: Russian opposition leader handed further 19 year jail term
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66408444?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 2:52 PM
The opposition leader is found guilty of further offences by a court at a behind closed doors hearing.
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Russian ship hit in Novorossiysk, Black Sea drone attack, Ukraine sources say
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66402046?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 11:40 AM
Ukraine intelligence sources say the Olenegorsky Gornyak was damaged during a strike at Novorossiysk.
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UK Scouts pulled out of camp after S Korea heatwave
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66407392?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 1:44 PM
More than 4,000 UK Scouts hit by heatwave at World Jamboree camp in South Korea to be moved into hotels.
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Andrew Tate's Romania house arrest lifted
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66405285?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 11:29 AM
The controversial influencer faces rape and human trafficking charges, which he denies.
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Is this the end of the Commonwealth Games?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/commonwealth-games/66405359?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 1:50 PM
The Commonwealth Games is in crisis - seeking hosts for the 2026 and 2030 editions after Victoria and Alberta's withdrawals. So what happens next?
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Ocean heat record broken, with grim implications for whole planet
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-66387537?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 4:00 AM
The oceans are a vital regulator for the climate and our weather but are rapidly heating up.
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Greta Thunberg pulls out of Edinburgh Book Festival over 'greenwashing'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-66407059?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 11:48 AM
The climate activist says she cannot attend an event that is sponsored by a firm with links to fossil fuels.
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Crash death jail term insulting, says pregnant victim's partner
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-66403095?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 9:55 AM
Frankie Jules-Hough's partner tells the BBC a 12-year jail term will not stop others speeding.
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Watchdog probe into Greater Manchester Police custody claims
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-66408938?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 2:08 PM
The police watchdog is investigating after a woman claimed she was stripped and assaulted in custody.
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Man jailed for murdering boxer Tyson Fury's cousin
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-66406548?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 12:52 PM
Rico Burton, 31, the cousin of the world heavyweight boxing champion, was killed last August.
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Eddie Izzard aims to stand in Brighton at next general election
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-sussex-66404404?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 2:58 PM
The comedian wants to contest Brighton Pavilion, which is currently held by the Green Party.
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RAF jets intercept Russian military aircraft during Baltic mission
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-66405686?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 10:07 AM
Pilots from RAF Lossiemouth intercepted 50 Russian aircraft during a four-month mission in the Baltic.
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What has gone wrong at Wilko?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66394238?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 9:23 AM
The discount retailer was founded in 1930 but has faced a raft of problems in recent years.
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Fringe performers 'ready to be discovered' as festival begins
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-66400821?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 5:11 AM
Despite increased costs, performers tell the BBC why they'll do anything to bring their work to Edinburgh.
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US snake hunters fight pythons big enough to devour gators
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66206671?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 12:20 AM
Over the past decade, thousands have competed to kill some of the planet's biggest serpents in Florida.
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The Chinese town engulfed by a flood to save Beijing
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-66391331?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 7:18 AM
Floodwaters were diverted from Beijing, but the water had to go somewhere - So Zhuozhou took the brunt.
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Quiz of the week: How did Taylor Swift make the earth move?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-66394558?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 3, 2023, 11:17 PM
How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days?
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Ukraine's invisible battle to jam Russian weapons
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-66279650?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 1:05 AM
Ukrainian and Russian electronic warfare units are trying to gain the upper hand on the battlefield.
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Ulez: What is it and why is its expansion controversial?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66268073?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 8:53 AM
What is London's Ultra Low Emission Zone and why is its expansion being discussed?
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Beirut port blast survivors still suffering three years on
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-66340023?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 12:07 AM
Joelle's life was turned upside down by the 2020 catastrophe which devastated the Lebanese capital.
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Devastating wildfires spur new detection systems
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66266186?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 3, 2023, 11:02 PM
Firms are using AI, drones and satellite tech to help detect and suppress wildfires.
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Afghan refugees moved out of hotels facing homelessness
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-66396052?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 2:00 PM
Many Afghan families are still living in temporary accommodation two years after coming to the UK.
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Ulez scrappage scheme extended to all Londoners
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-66398942?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 2:53 PM
Previously only those entitled to means-tested benefits could claim up to £2,000.
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Scots swimmer breaks record for Oceans Seven challenge
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-66402948?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 11:01 AM
Andy Donaldson is the first person to cross the world's seven most dangerous straits within a year.
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Queen Elizabeth: No public event for anniversary of late monarch's death
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66405877?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 11:00 AM
The King will mark his mother's passing "quietly and privately" on 8 September, royal officials say.
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Rishi Sunak: Five bailed after Greenpeace protest at PM's home
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-york-north-yorkshire-66403105?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 6:58 AM
Activists climbed on to the roof of Rishi Sunak's North Yorkshire home and unfurled banners.
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Cardi B: US police drop battery investigation over thrown microphone
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-66403783?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 8:38 AM
The rapper faces no charges after throwing a microphone into the audience at a recent gig.
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NHS to expand use of private sector to tackle waits
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-66319064?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 11:40 AM
Ministers in England want to unlock spare capacity, but Labour accuse them of dither and delay.
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Julien Macdonald: Welsh fashion designer's firm goes into liquidation
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-66404794?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 11:36 AM
The Welsh fashion designer is a globally renowned name and dressed stars like Beyoncé and J-Lo.
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Fewer BTec and Cambridge Technical pupils to face results delays this year
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-66403931?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 11:08 AM
Some of last year's students say they lost university places when their results were delayed.
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Wilko: 'Deep concern' in Worksop over store chain's future
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-66395928?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 9:59 AM
What does the retailer's potential collapse mean for the town where it employs nearly 2,000 people?
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Canada's Alberta drops bid for 2030 Commonwealth Games
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66402140?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 7:38 AM
It comes weeks after the Australian state of Victoria pulled out of hosting the 2026 Games.
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Women's World Cup: Which of the 'bigger' nations have impressed?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/66381041?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 6:00 AM
The Women's World Cup has served up plenty of upsets, some shock early exits and a number of thrilling matches - but which 'bigger' nations have impressed so far?
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The Hundred 2023: Maia Bouchier runs out Laura Harris on 20
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/cricket/66408724?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 2:58 PM
Southern Brave's Maia Bouchier runs out Welsh Fire batter Laura Harris on 20 with a brilliant throw at the Ageas Bowl in The Hundred.
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Jordan Henderson: Gareth Southgate understands criticism of England player's Saudi move
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/66409012?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 2:37 PM
Gareth Southgate understands why Jordan Henderson has been criticised by LGBTQ+ campaigners for his move to Saudi Arabia.
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'Some dreaming, some dreading' - Scottish Premiership season guide
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/66401264?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 9:01 AM
Scottish football's ability to evoke embarrassment and rage, pride and joy endures - and we're glad it's back, writes Tom English.
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Is Trump presidential bid mostly to avoid prison?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66402180?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 2:29 AM
A Trump rival was booed for suggesting he is only campaigning to keep himself out of jail. But is he completely wrong?
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Made to wait in court, Trump was out of his comfort zone
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66399284?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 3, 2023, 11:04 PM
The hearing was not broadcast to the world, but our reporter watched from inside the courthouse.
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The day in court for election lies... in 60 seconds
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66401963?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 3, 2023, 10:43 PM
The former US president was arraigned in Washington on charges tied to his role in the Capitol riot.
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How big are Donald Trump's legal problems?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-61084161?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 12:11 AM
He has been indicted three times and, with other investigations ongoing, more charges could be on the way.
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Who are the six alleged co-conspirators?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66388172?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 2, 2023, 8:06 PM
Six people accused of helping Mr Trump undermine the election have been described by prosecutors.
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Donald Trump pleads not guilty to election charges in latest arraignment
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66400315?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 2:27 AM
The former president says his latest indictment amounts to "persecution of a political opponent".
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Trump 'knew well he lost the election' - ex-US attorney general
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66388176?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 3, 2023, 3:29 PM
The former attorney general undermined Mr Trump's case ahead of his court appearance.
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Who is Tanya Chutkan? The hard-line judge on Trump's election case
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66383603?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 2, 2023, 8:53 PM
Tanya Chutkan is a veteran jurist behind some of the toughest sentences of US Capitol rioters.
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Trump's most significant indictment explained... in 90 seconds
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66388065?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 2, 2023, 3:17 PM
The former US president is once again headed to court, this time to face charges over January 6th.
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Five takeaways from Trump's indictment for 2020 election interference
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-64034782?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 2, 2023, 4:38 PM
The former US president is accused of a broad conspiracy lasting months.
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Voter panel: 'Indictment is pulling us apart'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66386627?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 3, 2023, 10:51 AM
They tell the BBC how these charges compare to previous cases and how this sets up the 2024 election.
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Donald Trump indictment: Why these charges are most serious ones yet
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66381761?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 2, 2023, 11:41 AM
These accusations are the gravest ones yet levelled at the former president, says our North America editor.
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The man leading the investigation
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-66341309?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 4, 2023, 12:39 AM
Jack Smith was a top war crimes prosecutor at The Hague before he began investigating Donald Trump.
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Trump: I just want to find 11,780 votes
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-55524676?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 3, 2021, 9:34 PM
US President Donald Trump is heard telling Georgia's top election official to "find" enough votes to overturn the election, in a recording released by The Washington Post.
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Interest rates: How a rise affects you and your money
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57764601?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 3, 2023, 11:09 AM
The Bank of England decided to raise interest rates again in a bid to slow price rises.
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Mortgage calculator: how much will my mortgage go up?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63474582?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 12, 2023, 4:29 PM
Use our calculator to find out how much mortgage payments could go up for your household.
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Interest rate and mortgages: What you can do about rising payments
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66384295?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
August 3, 2023, 3:44 AM
Watch the BBC's Lora Jones tell you five things you can do about your mortgage, in a minute.
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Debt: What do I do if I can't afford to pay?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-64291327?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
May 23, 2023, 2:45 PM
What help and options are available to people struggling with debt repayments?
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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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What is the UK inflation rate and why is it so high?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-12196322?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 27, 2023, 8:58 AM
The rate at which prices are rising remains high, driven by soaring food prices.
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Mortgages: What happens if I am struggling to pay?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63486782?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
July 12, 2023, 11:38 AM
Many homeowners are worried about higher mortgage costs, but lenders must help those struggling.
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