National Insurance: Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak confirm rise from April
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60185741?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 29, 2022, 11:22 PM
An employee on £20,000 a year will pay an extra £89 in tax, while someone on £50,000 will pay £464.
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Storm Corrie moves in after boy and woman die in Storm Malik
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60183035?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 9:04 AM
A day after Storm Malik hit much of Scotland and northern England, Storm Corrie is due to blow in.
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Ukraine: PM weighs up bigger troop offer amid Russia border crisis
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60185733?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 12:50 AM
A possible offer to bolster Nato forces comes as ministers prepare a diplomatic blitz on Moscow.
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Ukraine crisis: What’s at stake for the UK?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60159622?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 1:05 AM
From the disruption of gas supplies to the risk of broader war, the Ukraine crisis matters to the UK.
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North Korea missile tests: Biggest launch since 2017
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-60186538?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 8:09 AM
Sunday's launch is the seventh this month, and is thought to be the largest in almost five years.
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Covid: Covid jabs offered to at-risk five to 11-year-olds in England, and National Insurance hike confirmed
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60185896?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 7:21 AM
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.
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US East Coast blanketed by 'bombogenesis' snowstorm
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-60177979?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 7:44 AM
The storm dumps feet of snow, with high winds and flooding leaving tens of thousands without power.
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Levelling up: Sheffield and Wolverhampton chosen for government regeneration plans
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-60183453?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 12:38 AM
The first of 20 town and city centres in England to receive government regeneration money are named.
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Bloody Sunday: Events to commemorate 50th anniversary begin
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-60130409?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 9:35 AM
Thirteen people were killed when British soldiers opened fire on a civil rights march in Londonderry.
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Covid vaccines offered to vulnerable five-to-11-year-olds in England
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60173823?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 12:34 AM
Around 500,000 young children will be offered the lower doses to protect them and vulnerable adults.
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Women's Ashes: England and Australia draw Test in incredible finale
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/60186075?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 8:57 AM
England and Australia draw the one-off Women's Ashes Test in one of the most incredible finales cricket has seen.
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The Papers: Sunak 'wins tug-of-war' over tax hike
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-the-papers-60185883?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 5:21 AM
Government announcements on levelling up plans and the planned National Insurance rise lead some papers.
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The storm battering the US East Coast seen from space
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-60185116?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 29, 2022, 11:17 PM
The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released satellite footage of the snowstorm.
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Joe Jenkins: YouTube star on piano-playing popularity
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bristol-60163456?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 12:01 AM
A 20-year-old piano player has an online following of nearly four million enjoying his musical stunts.
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'As my world crashed down, she kept me going'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leicestershire-60075465?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 12:01 AM
Florence, from Leicestershire, was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma, a fast-growing cancer.
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Beijing Olympics: Five things to know
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-60173066?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 12:01 AM
Covid bubbles, artificial snow and human rights are making 2022's Winter Olympics hit the headlines.
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Your pictures on the theme of a fresh start
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-60146664?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 12:20 AM
A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.
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Using food waste to make clean drinking water
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-60168422?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 12:02 AM
How old bones and vegetable peelings are being recycled to make a water filter
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Joni Mitchell wants songs off Spotify in Covid row
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-60177933?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 29, 2022, 5:04 AM
The singer asks that her songs are removed from the platform in protest against Covid misinformation.
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Freedom Convoy: Why Canadian truckers are protesting in Ottawa
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-60164561?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 29, 2022, 9:37 PM
The 'Freedom Convoy' is protesting vaccine mandates but police are worried about fringe elements.
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National Insurance: What’s the new Health and Social Care tax and what will it cost me?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-58436009?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 28, 2022, 5:50 PM
A new health and social care tax is being introduced in April.
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‘I feel like me again’ - troubled Army vets are helping fix driver shortage
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-60140431?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 1:24 AM
Some UK veterans can face difficulties finding work after returning to civilian life, but one ex-soldier wants to help them get back in the driving seat.
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Jamie Oliver: I'm not a fan of cookery competition shows
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59773808?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 12:21 AM
The TV chef says he had to be persuaded to launch his new cookery talent contest series on Channel 4.
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What happened to the British children born to black GIs?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-suffolk-59967242?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 1:29 AM
Children born to black US soldiers and white British women during World War Two share their stories.
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Newcastle's Covid response documented through photography
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-tyne-60131496?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 1:27 AM
Council worker Tom Warburton was at the centre of the pandemic and documented his city's response.
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Cost of living: Will parents spend less on kids' toys?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60155949?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 12:19 AM
Families will cut spending on many things before toys but soaring bills may put this to the test.
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Peru: How Ed Sheeran helped Fireboy DML's hit go global
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-60147212?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 12:23 AM
The Nigerian star discusses Peru's success and his new friendship with the British singer.
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Energy crisis: How countries are dealing with rising prices
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60112068?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 12:24 AM
From cash handouts to price caps, other countries are using a variety of measures to combat soaring gas prices.
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Beating Retreat: British hymn 'Abide with Me' causing a stir in India
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-60123219?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 29, 2022, 12:11 AM
India has dropped a colonial-era tune from Beating Retreat celebrations to "decolonise" the event.
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Moeen leads England to victory over West Indies and sets up series decider
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/60185233?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 29, 2022, 11:48 PM
Moeen Ali stars with bat and ball as England beat West Indies in the fourth Twenty20 to level the series 2-2.
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Barcelona sign winger Traore on loan from Wolves
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/60185112?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 29, 2022, 7:26 PM
Barcelona complete the signing of winger Adama Traore on loan from Wolves for the rest of the season.
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Seven-time Super Bowl winner Brady expected to retire
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/american-football/60185291?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 29, 2022, 10:45 PM
Tom Brady, one of the greatest players in NFL history and the winner of seven Super Bowls, is expected to retire.
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Bader edges out Moldavsky to retain heavyweight title
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/mixed-martial-arts/60187080?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 7:26 AM
Ryan Bader retains his heavyweight title by edging out Valentin Moldavsky in a gruelling 25-minute fight at Bellator 273.
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British skier Atkin withdraws from Beijing big air
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/winter-olympics/60186601?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 2:52 AM
Team GB freestyle skier Izzy Atkin withdraws from the big air competition at the Winter Olympics, but still plans to compete in Beijing.
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Afcon 2021: Burkina Faso shock Tunisia in Afcon quarter-final
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/60186063?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 6:10 AM
Watch highlights as Burkina Faso beat Tunisia 1-0 with a goal from teenager Dango Ouattara - who was later sent off - to qualify for the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations.
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Winter Olympics: Max Whitlock trains with freestyle skier Katie Summerhayes
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/winter-olympics/60083512?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 30, 2022, 6:15 AM
Double Olympic champion gymnast Max Whitlock trains with Team GB freestyle skier Katie Summerhayes.
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Covid-19 in the UK: How many coronavirus cases are there in my area?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51768274?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 29, 2022, 4:59 PM
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
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What are the Covid rules in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-52530518?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 28, 2022, 12:35 PM
Covid rules are being eased across all four nations of the UK.
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What are the latest rules for face coverings and masks?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-51205344?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 28, 2022, 10:21 AM
Masks are no longer compulsory in England, but are still recommended in some settings.
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Who is eligible for the Covid jab and is it compulsory for anyone?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55045639?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 26, 2022, 9:32 AM
Not everyone has to get the Covid vaccine, but all NHS staff in England will soon have to be jabbed.
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Covid: What are the care home visiting rules and how are they changing?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-53503712?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 27, 2022, 11:03 AM
Rules limiting care home visits are easing in England and Scotland.
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Covid: How to look after yourself at home
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59683083?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 18, 2022, 12:46 PM
What can you expect if you have Covid, and when should you get extra help?
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Mark Cavendish: The Tour de France comeback for 'cycling's greatest sprinter'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cycling/60083311?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 27, 2022, 12:04 AM
Mark Cavendish's enthralling comeback at last summer's Tour de France brought him level with a cycling legend. Will he be back this year?
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'I grew up in care alone - why did no-one tell me I had siblings?'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60075421?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 26, 2022, 12:14 AM
Ashley John-Baptiste grew up in care, unaware he had siblings. His new documentary is called Split Up in Care: Life Without Siblings.
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Beijing 2022 vs 2008: Two Olympics and two very different Chinas
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-60078516?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 24, 2022, 12:32 AM
In 2022, the mood, the host government's attitude, and global expectations are all very different to 2008.
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‘His voice became my constant companion’ – how Dan Johnson kept his dad’s memory alive
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60084596?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 22, 2022, 10:05 PM
Dan Johnson's project capturing his father's voice made him consider the importance of preserving memories.
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‘Hi, thanks for calling. Are you OK? How far away are you?’
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-60055916?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
January 22, 2022, 12:56 AM
A telephone helpline launched in Edinburgh is keeping people company when they walk home alone.
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