Omicron wave appears milder, but concern over cases remains
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59758784?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 8:46 PM
The risk of needing hospital treatment could be 30 - 70% lower with Omicron than other variants.
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Spain to require masks outdoors amid Covid surge
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-59762046?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 6:37 PM
As the Omicron variant spreads around Europe, countries tighten restrictions to brace for another wave.
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Daily Covid-19 cases in the UK exceed 100,000 for first time
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59758757?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 7:08 PM
Some 106,122 cases are announced - the latest in a series of record-breaking days for infections.
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Covid: Cases top 100k and jabs approved for some children
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59758850?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 5:40 PM
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Wednesday evening.
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Ancient mass migration transformed Britons' DNA
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-59741723?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 6:58 PM
Scientists uncover evidence for a large-scale, prehistoric migration into Britain in the Bronze Age.
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Julie Morris: Wigan deputy head teacher jailed for raping girl
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-59754035?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 6:22 PM
Julie Morris and her partner had a "horrendous sexual interest in children", prosecutors say.
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Covid vaccine recommended for vulnerable five to 11-year-olds
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59758780?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 4:20 PM
And advisers say boosters should be offered to some older children due to the risk of Omicron.
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Covid: Only six people allowed to meet in pubs in Wales
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-59752752?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 7:20 PM
There will be strict limits on the number of people who can meet in pubs, restaurants and cinemas.
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Northern Ireland nightclubs to close from 26 December
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-59756633?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 8:04 PM
Dancing to be prohibited in all hospitality venues, but sporting events go ahead with no capacity limits.
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Dean Smith jailed for manslaughter of daughter Maisie Newell
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-59761452?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 6:18 PM
Maisie Newell died almost 14 years after being thrown into her cot by her father.
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Louise Minchin: Stalker Carl Davies jailed more than two years
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-59740841?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 4:49 PM
Carl Davies admitted sending intimidating comments to presenter Louise Minchin and her daughter Mia.
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Jacob Rees-Mogg cleared of breaking MP rules over loans
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-59753729?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 2:41 PM
The senior minister says he is grateful to the standards commissioner for rejecting a complaint.
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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang star Sally Ann Howes dies aged 91
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59753882?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 12:49 PM
The actress also appeared on Broadway in My Fair Lady and received a Tony nomination for Brigadoon.
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LadBaby, Ed Sheeran and Elton John's Christmas hit
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59761587?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 4:26 PM
LadBaby are going for a record fourth UK Christmas number one in a row - with help from Ed and Elton.
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In pictures: Seven days of isolation
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-59740104?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 1:28 AM
Photographer Richard Tymon captures seven days of isolation with his family in a hotel room in Sweden.
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Super Typhoon Rai: BBC correspondent shows damage on Siargao Island
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-59753026?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 7:15 AM
Take a look at the damage on Siargao Island after a powerful storm kills hundreds in the Philippines.
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Quiz of the Year, part two: What was in the news last spring?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-59645996?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 21, 2021, 8:29 PM
How well do you remember the news of the past 12 months?
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Homelessness in England: 'There's no space for my baby'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-59760617?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 3:37 PM
Two families living in temporary accommodation tell the BBC of their struggle to find homes.
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Wightlink ferry crewman takes passenger 270 miles to party
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-59754112?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 9:39 AM
Mark Mitchell makes a 500-mile round trip to get Hilary Spinks to her "Turkey and Tinsel" holiday.
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Perfectly preserved dinosaur embryo found in China
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-59748281?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 21, 2021, 11:36 PM
Researchers say the fossil is at least 66 million years old and was about to hatch just like a chicken.
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Carol in sign language spreads festive cheer
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-59689886?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 12:03 AM
A school for deaf and visually impaired children has recorded a special Christmas carol video.
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The Afghans building a new life in the Hebrides
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-59727414?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 21, 2021, 12:53 PM
Frishta Matin and her family risked their lives to flee the Taliban for a new start in Lewis.
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New Covid-19 rules: 'I'm not isolating at Christmas now'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-59754817?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 12:17 PM
An early Christmas present to some in England who now won't need to isolate with Covid-19.
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Gaming disorder: Inside the clinic helping addicted teens
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-59744569?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 2:55 AM
BBC News has exclusive access to the UK's only facility for video game addiction.
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Maureen Lipman: Cancel culture could wipe out comedy
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59703257?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 2:44 AM
The actress says comedians fear being cancelled as a poll finds Britons often censor their opinions.
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Afghanistan: From a UK wedding to the streets of Kabul, in 24 hours
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-59700925?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 3:43 AM
Lucy, 24, is one of 750 British soldiers who helped evacuate people from Afghanistan this summer.
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Princess Haya: The princess, the sheikh and the £550m divorce settlement
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-59739563?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 21, 2021, 10:34 AM
A UK court publishes a ruling in the divorce case of Sheikh Mohammed and his ex-wife Princess Haya.
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Why China could win the new global arms race
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-59600475?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 21, 2021, 12:26 AM
China has a long-term plan to rival the world's biggest military powers.
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The Maasai TikTokers wowing Bollywood fans
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-59690317?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 12:11 AM
Tanzanian siblings Kili and Neema Paul lip sync perfectly in Hindi, accruing millions of followers.
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Omicron: South African scientists probe link between variants and untreated HIV
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-59697807?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 21, 2021, 12:29 AM
Covid variants may be mutating inside people with suppressed immunity.
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Indian Christians fear attacks or jail over conversions
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-59724425?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 21, 2021, 12:06 AM
Christians in Karnataka state say attacks against them have grown ahead of a new anti-conversion law.
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Berlusconi seeks comeback role as Italian president
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-59664078?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 21, 2021, 12:33 AM
Despite the scandals and a tax fraud conviction, Italy's most colourful ex-PM could be head of state.
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Full crowd allowed at Ulster v Connacht as Northern Ireland opts against new Covid sporting restrictions
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/northern-ireland/59754710?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 5:19 PM
The Stormont Executive opts not to impose any new Covid-19 restrictions on Northern Ireland sport despite recent decisions in Wales and Scotland.
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Why the current England team is surpassing previous Ashes failures
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/59761497?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 4:28 PM
Andy Zaltzman digs out the statistics that show England are doing worse than on previous unsuccessful Ashes tours.
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Man City agree to sell Spain forward Torres to Barcelona
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59760266?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 4:56 PM
Manchester City have agreed a deal to sell forward Ferran Torres to Barcelona for 55m euros (£46.7m) with a further 10m euros (£8.5m) in add-ons.
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Scottish Premiership winter break brought forward as lower leagues play on
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59760055?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 7:29 PM
The Scottish Premiership winter break has been brought forward from 4 January and will begin after Sunday's fixtures.
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‘I couldn’t really walk’ - England's Breach set to return after breaking back
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/59758365?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 4:38 PM
Jess Breach always seemed destined for World Cup greatness - but after breaking her back, she will not look past the next game.
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Covid: What are the social distancing rules this Christmas?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51506729?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 1:53 PM
People are being urged to think carefully about attending social events over Christmas.
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What are the Covid self-isolation rules now?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-54239922?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 5:43 PM
People with Covid in England can now stop self-isolating up to three days early.
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Omicron symptoms: Is a runny nose a cold or Covid?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54145299?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 17, 2021, 8:36 AM
Could a runny nose be a sign you have Omicron?
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Omicron: When can I have a booster jab and how do I book one?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55045639?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 5:31 PM
Booster numbers have reached record levels in the fight against the Omicron variant.
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Omicron: Will schools be open in January?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-51643556?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 21, 2021, 11:50 AM
A number of schools across the UK are preparing to switch to online learning after Christmas.
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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
December 22, 2021, 4:45 PM
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
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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
December 16, 2021, 5:37 PM
When is it fine to ride it out on the sofa or in bed?
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Omicron: Gig tickets, Covid and Christmas - can I get a refund?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-59685904?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 17, 2021, 1:11 AM
What options do you have if you're thinking twice about going to events in the run-up to Christmas?
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Omicron: What Covid tests do I need to travel abroad?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-52544307?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 20, 2021, 9:40 AM
Germany and France are tightening rules for UK travellers over fears about soaring Covid cases.
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Omicron: What are the new Covid rules for the UK?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-52530518?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 22, 2021, 1:23 PM
Covid rules are being strengthened in response to the Omicron variant.
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Covid vaccine: How many people are vaccinated in the UK?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55274833?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 16, 2021, 5:25 PM
A look at the progress made in vaccinating the country's population, as more than 51 million people have received at least one dose.
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Burnley's Pastor Mick: ‘If I lock this door, he dies’
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59651954?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 17, 2021, 12:47 AM
Emergency mental health referrals are soaring in East Lancashire - and in Burnley, former drug dealer Pastor Mick is offering a lifeline to those who can't always get the support they need.
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The ultra-violent cult that became a global mafia
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-59614595?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 13, 2021, 12:01 AM
A BBC investigation into Black Axe has unearthed new evidence of political infiltration, and a scamming and killing operation spanning the globe.
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Kelly Catlin: A family's search for answers on links between concussion and suicide
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cycling/59639369?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 16, 2021, 12:06 AM
Kelly Catlin was 23 when she took her own life. An Olympic cyclist, she suffered a bad crash in training. Her family believe it changed her.
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The world's first octopus farm - should it go ahead?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-59667645?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA
December 20, 2021, 12:59 AM
The world’s first commercial octopus farm is closer to becoming reality - but scientists are up in arms.
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