Israel-Gaza: Israel says it has arrested hundreds of Hamas and Islamic Jihad members
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-67809242?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 5:52 PM
The arrests come as Israel hints at expanding its campaign, forcing more civilians out of their homes.
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Banksy: Man arrested over removal of road sign art in Peckham
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-67812751?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 7:21 PM
Man held on suspicion of theft and criminal damage of south London sign featuring work by the artist.
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Call for more action to tackle romance fraud
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-67779466?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2023, 12:12 AM
The government's anti-fraud champion Simon Fell says victims of relationship swindlers require more help.
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UK travel: Millions take to roads and rail ahead of Christmas
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-67810877?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 5:30 PM
The AA warns of "lengthy jams" on the roads, while many rail services are starting to wind down.
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Rebecca Welch officiates Fulham v Burnley to become Premier League's first woman referee
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/67811583?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 6:32 PM
Rebecca Welch becomes the first woman to referee a Premier League match on Saturday as she takes charge of Fulham's fixture with Burnley.
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Home Secretary James Cleverly criticised over drink spiking joke
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-67813689?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2023, 12:20 AM
The home secretary apologises for making an "ironic joke" at a Downing Street event, a spokesman says.
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Russia bans anti-war candidate from challenging Putin
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-67810463?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 2:01 PM
A former TV journalist is barred from standing by officials due to "mistakes" on her application form.
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Ulez vehicle exports to Ukraine needs rule change, says London mayor
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-67810726?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 6:16 PM
Sadiq Khan is requesting the government change the rules around scrappage schemes to allow exports.
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Bethlehem nativity scene depicted with rubble and razor wire
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-67813844?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 8:02 PM
A muted Christmas celebration sees worshippers lighting candles and praying for peace in Manger Square.
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Ian Pepperell: Actor best known for playing Roy Tucker in The Archers dies
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-67812307?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 3:45 PM
He played Roy Tucker for 22 years in the long running BBC Radio 4 drama, and also appeared in EastEnders.
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Hundreds turn out for pre-Christmas meat auction
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/czdl5y15kzjo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 5:28 PM
The Smithfield Market's traditional event returned on Saturday for the first time since before the Covid pandemic.
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Liverpool 1-1 Arsenal: Gunners top of Premier League after thrilling Anfield draw
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/67735452?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 9:41 PM
Arsenal maintain their place at the top of the Premier League after a thrilling draw with Liverpool at Anfield.
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The Papers: 'King's Christmas message' and Cameron on Iran
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-the-papers-67814182?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 11:31 PM
No one story dominates the front pages on Christmas Eve, but some look ahead to the King's address.
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Quiz of the Year: What missed out to Barbie as 2023's biggest film?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-67730179?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2023, 5:14 PM
How well do you remember the news of the past 12 months? Part three covers July to September.
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Stakes are immense as Biden presses Israel to change course
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-67788359?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 2:16 AM
The US wants Israel to scale back its offensive in Gaza - the next few weeks will be crucial in testing its influence.
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How killer left a trail of victims across Prague
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-67802094?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2023, 4:56 PM
The horror at Charles University lasted 21 minutes, but the shooter is linked to two other crimes.
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Ukraine war: New Christmas date marks shift away from Russia
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-67801204?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 12:07 AM
This year Ukraine will celebrate Christmas on 25 December - moving away from the Russian calendar.
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Sofia Coppola: 'I'm fighting for a fraction of what most male directors get'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67681635?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 2:29 AM
How the Hollywood director gave Priscilla Presley a voice on her latest movie.
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Trump's strategy to delay trial may be winning
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-67805820?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 12:35 AM
But ex-prosecutors say the tactic could create a "hot mess" for him in the 2024 White House race.
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Does flying island doctor have the world's best job?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-67344580?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 7:05 AM
Rebecca Payne has seen baby seals, king penguins and the northern lights.
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S Korea suicide: ‘When I found my brother's body, my heart turned to winter’
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-66400158?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2023, 11:48 PM
Jang Jun-ha was training to be a suicide prevention instructor when his brother took his own life.
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Alabama mother with rare double womb gives birth to two babies in two days
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-67810645?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 5:01 PM
An Alabama woman gives birth to Roxi and Rebel after a "one-in-a-million" dicavitary pregnancy.
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Cost of some festive chocolate boxes soars - Which?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-67809801?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 5:38 AM
The rising prices are blamed mainly on the soaring global cocoa costs, which almost doubled in a year.
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Why are there so many deepfakes of Bollywood actresses?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67726019?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2023, 11:55 PM
Rashmika Mandanna, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Alia Bhatt are among the stars who have been targeted.
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'Harry Potter cafe' to reopen three years after 2021 fire
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-67805425?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 9:41 AM
The Elephant House cafe was close to the source of a major fire in one of Edinburgh's main thoroughfares.
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The emus, buffaloes and skunks that went on the run in 2023
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-essex-67543112?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 2:40 AM
Dozens of captive animals made a dash for freedom in 2023 - here are some of the more unusual cases.
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Week in pictures: 16-22 December 2023
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-67800653?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 2:43 AM
A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.
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Snow and rain cause Christmas travel disruption
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-67810913?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 11:25 PM
A Met office yellow weather warning was in place for much of Scotland until late on Saturday.
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What went wrong at Smile Direct Club?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67734200?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2023, 11:17 PM
Customer demand diminished as questions dogged the company about its care.
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Sudan war: 'When a bomb fell I told my son it was an action movie'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-67771599?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 2:59 AM
Sudan's conflict, which appears to have entered a new phase, has left millions needing help.
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The Ukrainians back at home this Christmas
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-67753427?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2023, 2:12 AM
Despite the ongoing war with Russia, some Ukrainian have been making the trip back home from the UK.
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Anthony Joshua beats Otto Wallin in Saudi but Deontay Wilder suffers shock loss to Joseph Parker
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/67797121?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2023, 12:43 AM
American Deontay Wilder suffers a shock points loss to Joseph Parker in Saudi Arabia, scuppering plans for the long-awaited heavyweight blockbuster with Anthony Joshua next year.
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Liverpool 1-1 Arsenal: Gunners 'measured and mature' in Anfield draw
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/67814111?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 9:28 PM
Arsenal show they will be "right in the title race" in their draw with Liverpool, writes Phil McNulty.
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'Big problems' & 'embarrassing' - Man Utd’s worst start since 1930
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/67812424?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 4:53 PM
Manchester United's dismal season continues as their defeat by West Ham - a 13th in all competitions - marks their worst start to a season since 1930.
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PDC World Championship 2024: Nathan Aspinall beaten by Ricky Evans
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/darts/67812639?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 11:38 PM
World number six Nathan Aspinall is out of the PDC World Darts Championship after a shock 3-0 defeat by Ricky Evans at London's Alexandra Palace.
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Daniel Dubois v Jarrell Miller: Briton reignites career with last-gasp stoppage win in Saudi Arabia
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/67797120?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 9:25 PM
An inspired Daniel Dubois reignited his career by stopping Jarrell Miller with just 10 seconds to go in a thrilling heavyweight contest in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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Premiership: Bath 25-17 Harlequins - Finn Russell helps hosts go top with bonus-point win
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/67759509?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 23, 2023, 6:59 PM
Joe Cokanasiga scores two tries as Finn Russell-inspired Bath go top of the Premiership with a bonus-point win over Harlequins.
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Match of the Day Analysis: Liverpool's 'Exceptional' Trent Alexander-Arnold delivers
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/football/67814328?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 24, 2023, 12:02 AM
Match of the Day pundit Micah Richards describes Trent Alexander-Arnold as "exceptional" after the full-back sets up Mohamed Salah's goal in Liverpool's 1-1 draw with Arsenal.
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