Fuel duty cut by 5p a litre to help motorists
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60850217?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:43 PM
The cut will come into force at 6pm on Wednesday as drivers struggle with record fuel prices.
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UK growth forecasts slashed due to Ukraine war
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60846951?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:43 PM
Economic forecaster says there is an "unusually high uncertainty" over outlook because of the Ukraine war.
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Afghanistan girls' tears over chaotic Taliban schools U-turn
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-60848649?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:48 PM
Girls were in shock after high schools were abruptly shut after re-opening for the first time in months.
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PM: 'It looks like P&O mass sackings broke the law'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60849957?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:19 PM
Boris Johnson says P&O Ferries could face fines of "millions" after sacking 800 staff suddenly.
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Olympic Park: Major gas leak incident at London Aquatics Centre
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-60849142?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:34 PM
A number of people are being treated for breathing difficulties at the Olympic Park in Stratford.
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Ashleigh Barty: World number one makes shock call to quit tennis
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-60843870?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 10:33 AM
Australian player Ashleigh Barty - aged only 25 - says she will retire to "chase other dreams".
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Inflation hits new 30-year high in February
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60833361?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:35 PM
Inflation hit 6.2% in February as fuel, energy and food costs surged.
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Angel Lynn: Kidnapped woman's abusive ex has sentence increased
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leicestershire-60847198?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:34 PM
Angel Lynn was left with life-changing injuries after being kidnapped by her then boyfriend.
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China plane crash: Search teams find flight's black box
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-60792827?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 10:03 AM
Crews had struggled against rain and flooded terrain to find key clues to the plane’s sudden fall.
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David Amess killing: Suspect looked 'self-satisfied' after attack
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-essex-60848592?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:33 PM
A murder trial was told a piercing scream was heard minutes after Ali Harbi Ali met Sir David Amess.
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Ukrainian orphans heading to Scotland after delay
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-60850379?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:37 PM
The children were supposed to leave Poland on Monday but were held up by paperwork problems.
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George Montague: Tributes to 'oldest gay' campaigner after death at 98
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-sussex-60846904?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 10:37 AM
Pride director Paul Kemp said George Montague was "a lovely spirit" who "died a happy man".
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Spring Statement: Key points at a glance
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60849054?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:49 PM
The chancellor lays out his Spring Statement amid a cost of living squeeze. Here's what you should know.
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How Rishi Sunak's Spring Statement will affect you
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60819205?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:56 PM
The chancellor has announced plans to cut taxes amid an outlook of accelerating price rises.
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Spring Statement 2022: Chancellor announces 1p income tax cut by 2024
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-60838859?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:37 PM
Taxes on working families will be cut by more than £330 per year, says Rishi Sunak.
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Five ways the Ukraine war could push up prices
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60509453?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 7, 2022, 12:22 PM
Prices for everyday items could go up at a time when the cost of living is already rising.
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What is the UK's inflation rate and why is the cost of living going up?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-12196322?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 7:20 AM
The chancellor is expected to set out plans on how to tackle the soaring cost of living on Wednesday.
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How much is fuel duty and why is petrol so expensive?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52188448?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 21, 2022, 7:42 PM
UK fuel prices are at record highs and there are calls for the government to act.
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Is Rishi Sunak a tax-cutter?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-60840031?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:55 AM
The chancellor says he wants to cut taxes - but figures show how taxes have risen under his watch.
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Cost of living: 'It feels like I'm being priced out of existence'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60820705?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 12:42 PM
Some disabled people say they are switching off their heating to cope with spiralling energy bills.
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Cost of living: Calls for targeted help to cut energy bills
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60796131?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 18, 2022, 10:42 PM
Millions of people may have to spend less on food and clothing to afford higher bills, an energy boss says.
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War in Ukraine: 'Pets are getting left at train stations'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-60848142?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 10:27 AM
A photographer from the UK travels to western Ukraine to rescue pets displaced by war.
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'I was shocked to find out I now have four kidneys'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-60823397?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 6:12 AM
Transplant patient Stuart Middleton has both his kidneys - along with two he received from donors.
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William Collins: Giant memorial built without permission
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-south-yorkshire-60838880?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 6:13 PM
The huge marble tribute in Sheffield has become a minor attraction - but its future is in doubt.
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Leicestershire boy with cerebral palsy learns to walk
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leicestershire-60779599?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 12:36 AM
Five-year-old Joey is taking steps after a life-changing operation and months of physiotherapy.
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Laptop art: From Vans to Harry Styles
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-60592677?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 12:25 AM
Photography student Thorsten Mjölnir captures the way students decorate their laptops.
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CEO Secrets: 'Don't be trapped by your job title'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60825156?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 12:01 AM
Roberta Lucca, co-founder of video games company Bossa Studios, shares her business advice for our CEO Secrets series.
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Lockdown: How residents of London's Corona Road coped
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-60841421?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 12:25 AM
Residents in one aptly named London street reflect on how their lives have changed over two years.
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Homes for Ukraine: 'It's sad, slow and frustrating'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60840808?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 6:21 PM
Families desperate to host Ukrainians in need call for the process to be quicker, with less red tape.
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Teamsters: A sleeping American giant now spoiling for a fight
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-60818241?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 12:15 AM
Teamsters were once known for Jimmy Hoffa and ties to the mob. Their new boss wants to take on Amazon.
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When will free Covid tests end across the UK and can I buy LFTs?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-51943612?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 10:47 AM
Most free Covid tests will soon be scrapped in England, but will remain in Scotland and Wales.
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Are the P&O Ferries sackings legal?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60792039?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 12:40 PM
P&O has been widely criticised for sacking 800 employees - but are its actions illegal?
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Oscars 2022: 18 bitesize facts about this year's nominees
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59984120?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 10:05 AM
A round-up of quirky facts and possible record breakers ahead of Sunday's Academy Awards.
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Deplorable scam emails fake fundraising for Ukraine
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-60836962?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 10:30 AM
Action Fraud warns of fake emails asking for donations to victims of the war.
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Heat pumps: How do they work and how do I get one?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-57159056?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 11:38 AM
The government's grant support scheme for replacing gas boilers with heat pumps begins in April.
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The Russians trapped on a Thai island as war rages in Ukraine
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-60818869?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 12:18 AM
Thousands of Russian and Ukrainian tourists are stuck in Phuket, unable to go home.
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Qatar World Cup: Eleven European nations battle for one of three places in finals
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/60123856?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 6:18 AM
Eleven European nations are chasing the continent's final three Qatar 2022 World Cup places - and some big names are set to miss out.
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When and where can I ride an e-scooter legally?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-48106617?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 3:02 PM
London is the latest UK city to trial e-scooters - which the government hopes will be a more environmentally-friendly way to travel.
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Coronavirus: Where does the government borrow billions from?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-50504151?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 2:41 PM
How does it work when a government wants to borrow money, and when does it have to pay it back?
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What are the UK's remaining Covid restrictions?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-52530518?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 1:18 PM
Almost all of the UK's Covid rules will have ended if Wales lifts restrictions as planned.
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Usyk leaves Ukraine to prepare for Joshua rematch
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/60850530?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 1:17 PM
Heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk leaves his native Ukraine to prepare for his rematch with Anthony Joshua.
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Erik ten Hag: Manchester United speak to Ajax coach about manager's job
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/60845942?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 12:29 PM
Manchester United speak to Ajax's highly rated coach Erik ten Hag about their vacant manager's job.
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Beer throwing at Phoenix Open 'unacceptable' and will be 'addressed' - PGA Tour chief
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/60848332?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 11:35 AM
The throwing of beer and water bottles at the Phoenix Open will be "addressed", says PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan.
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UK and Ireland FAs submit expression of interest on Euro 2028 bid
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/60846465?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 11:29 AM
The UK and Republic of Ireland football associations submit a joint expression of interest in staging the European Championships in 2028.
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'We feel like we are building' - England captain Knight has eyes on World Cup semi-final
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/60844498?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 7:09 AM
England will have no room for complacency when they meet Pakistan in the Women's World Cup, says captain Heather Knight.
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Liverpool and Manchester mayors want FA Cup semi-final switched from Wembley
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/60842200?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 7:24 PM
The FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Manchester City should be moved from Wembley, say the mayors of both cities.
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A bomb hit this theatre hiding hundreds - here's how one woman survived
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-60835106?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 8:09 PM
The BBC speaks to survivors of the Mariupol theatre attack, who describe for the first time what happened.
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A month in Ukraine: 'All normal life is gone'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-60806156?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 23, 2022, 12:32 AM
The BBC's Sarah Rainsford travelled around Ukraine as the war started and lives were shattered.
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Ukraine's recruits swap spreadsheets for sniper rifles to defend Kyiv
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-60831988?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 2:59 PM
Preparing to defend Kyiv, Ukraine's new recruits must learn a new way of life - how to fight.
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How many Ukrainians have fled their homes and where have they gone?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-60555472?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 3:35 PM
The UN says 10 million people have now fled their homes since the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
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The hunt for superyachts of sanctioned Russian oligarchs
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/60739336?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 2:37 PM
Wealthy Russians sanctioned by the US, EU and UK are having to find places they can keep their assets safe.
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Ukraine: The small town which managed to block Russia's big plans
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-60840081?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 22, 2022, 4:59 PM
The mayor of Voznesensk hails the "fighting spirit" of local people who drove Russian troops back.
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The popular apps aiming to tame the chaos of family life
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-60213795?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
March 15, 2022, 12:22 AM
How tech is helping young families and couples regain their busy social lives after Covid.
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