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- Ukraine hits tankers in Black Sea in escalation against Russia
[6 hours old]: The two ships struck by drones were thought to be used to bypass Western sanctions on Russia.

. The entrepreneur connecting tourists to African hospitality
[132 hours old]: TripZapp founder Rory Okoli wants to make it simple for tourists to book and pay for African travel.

. 'This is the big one' - tech firms bet on electrifying rail
[732 hours old]: Railway operators have new options for electric trains including getting rid of locomotives altogether.

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and in other news ...

* Reeves denies she misled public over UK's finances prior to Budget
[1 hours old]: Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch says she's not satisfied with the chancellor's denial of lying and called on her to resign.

* Benjamin Netanyahu seeks pardon from Israel's president
[0 hours old]: "An immediate end to the trial would greatly help lower the flames and promote broad reconciliation," Israel's PM says.

- 'One of our greatest writers': King leads tributes to Sir Tom Stoppard
[7 hours old]: The King and Queen said they were "deeply saddened" by the loss of "a dear friend".

- Four killed in shooting at child's birthday party in California
[4 hours old]: Police say 10 others are injured in what they believe is a "targeted" shooting, with children among the victims.

* Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 146 as thousands pay respects
[0 hours old]: Authorities say they have completed searches of four of the towers as part of a criminal probe.

* West Ham legend Billy Bonds dies aged 79
[1 hours old]: Billy Bonds, West Ham's record appearance maker who led them to two FA Cup titles, passes away peacefully on Sunday morning.

- They have six packs - but they're still jumping on and off weight-loss jabs
[12 hours old]: As weight-loss drugs grow more popular, experts warn of the risks of using them without supervision for quick, cosmetic results.

- Drinking is a way of life in Ireland. Can a warning label change that?
[11 hours old]: From sober curious to dedicated pint-lovers, 20-somethings tell us about their outlook on drinking.

- It's time to lock in and let your winter arc begin
[12 hours old]: It helps you ignore distractions and achieve your goals - but how do you avoid burning out?

- Why I spend hours painstakingly repairing banknotes
[12 hours old]: Fixing cash is a thriving new business in Gaza after Israel stopped transfers of banknotes and banks were destroyed and looted.

- Is tracking your adult children OK or should parents learn to let go?
[5 hours old]: An expert says parents need their children "to be exposed to challenges" in their lives.

- From garden shed to world champions - Britain's first F1 team BRM
[4 hours old]: Damon Hill, former F1 world champion, said BRM was "a world leader in automotive technology".

- Venezuela condemns Trump's threat to close country's airspace
[8 hours old]: The US says it is fighting drugs smuggling, but Venezuela says Donald Trump's aim is to topple President Nicolás Maduro.

* Death toll from Indonesia flooding rises to 442
[0 hours old]: Hundreds have been killed across South East Asia, with monsoons exacerbated by cyclones also affecting Thailand and Malaysia.

- Nigerian villagers 'too scared to speak' after hundreds of schoolchildren kidnapped
[3 hours old]: Parents of kidnapped children know where the bandits hide out, but are too scared to inform the authorities.

- Norris 'will try everything' to win title in Qatar
[13 hours old]: Lando Norris lamented missing out on pole position in Qatar, but has not given up hope he can clinch the F1 drivers' title on Sunday.

- Hidden well in cathedral crypt shines blue after mosaic transformation
[3 hours old]: A forgotten section of the crypt at Glasgow Cathedral has been reimagined for public viewing for the first time in living memory.

* West Ham legend Bonds dies aged 79
[1 hours old]: Billy Bonds, West Ham's record appearance maker who led them to two FA Cup titles, passes away peacefully on Sunday morning.

- Root questions need for pink-ball Ashes Test but Head in favour
[5 hours old]: England's Joe Root and Australia's Travis Head offer their views on the need for a pink-ball Ashes Test during a series between cricket's oldest rivals.

- Abject failure becoming the norm - where does Welsh rugby go from here?
[5 hours old]: BBC Sport Wales ask where does Welsh rugby go from here after another record defeat dished out by South Africa.

- Iran to boycott World Cup draw over visa issue
[1 hours old]: Iran say they plan to boycott the 2026 World Cup draw in the United States next week because of the limited number of visas for their delegation.

- Are Chelsea genuine title contenders?
[4 hours old]: Chelsea host Arsenal in a first versus second match at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, but can they seriously mount a sustained Premier League title challenge?

- Mum hosts free toy swap to help cut Christmas costs
[2 hours old]: Tzara Spurrier, known online as GlosBudgetMum, is hosting the event at Hesters Way Community Centre.

- Toy appeal aims to help thousands of children
[4 hours old]: The north-east London project is urging people to donate so all children get a present at Christmas.

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. Boy with rare condition amazes doctors after world-first gene therapy
[145 hours old]: Oliver has an inherited condition called Hunter syndrome, which causes progressive damage to the body and brain.

. We met on TV's Blind Date. We're still married after 34 years
[59 hours old]: Sue and Alex Tatham became the first couple who met on Blind Date to get married. They reflect on a life together 40 years after the show first broadcast.

. 25 Oscar-tipped films, and how to watch them
[59 hours old]: Hamnet, Avatar and Marty Supreme will face one battle after another as the awards race heats up.

. The school with almost 100% attendance - and how they did it
[120 hours old]: Attendance rates remain significantly lower than in 2019, but one school is bucking the trend.

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. Did Rachel Reeves Mislead the Public Over the Country’s Finances?
[19 hours old]: No 10 has denied the chancellor misled the public in the run-up to the Budget.

. Shein: How the fast fashion disruptor ran into real world problems
[74 hours old]: The inside story of Shein’s success, and the challenges it faces in its bid to go public

. The Brontë sisters' extraordinary battle for recognition
[270 hours old]: The story of the Bronte sisters, who overcame a life of hardship to become great writers.

. Flights returning to normal after Airbus warning grounded planes
[24 hours old]: Around 6,000 planes were affected after an issue that could corrupt data was discovered.

. No 10 denies Reeves misled public in run-up to Budget
[32 hours old]: The Conservatives say she was overly gloomy about the public finances as a "smokescreen" to raise tax.

. 'Business rates changes will cost me £62,000'
[18 hours old]: Pub bosses have warned they face a sharp rise in business rates bills despite government support.

. State pensioners with no other income will not pay tax
[46 hours old]: The chancellor says those who only receive the state pension won't have to pay income tax before 2030.

. Minister defends 'pragmatic' U-turn on workers' rights
[45 hours old]: Bridget Phillipson told the BBC the climbdown would enable wider benefits to be delivered quickly.

. How will the changes to workers' rights affect you?
[66 hours old]: A major shake-up of workers' rights is on its way, but what impact will it have?

. Will boats be a breakthrough for 3D printing tech?
[60 hours old]: Dutch firms are betting that hulls made with 3D printing machines will mean cheaper boats.

. Black Friday: Buy loo roll and keep the receipt to get a good deal
[48 hours old]: Discounts often aren't the cheapest prices, but here's how to make sure you're getting value for money.

. Olivia Dean wins refunds for fans after criticising Ticketmaster
[51 hours old]: The pop star took action after tickets for her US tour were resold for 14 times their original cost.

. UK tourists included in Louvre 45% ticket price hike
[51 hours old]: The price increase is expected to raise millions to fund the museum's renovation plans.

. Simon Jack: Businesses left asking - what happened to growth?
[69 hours old]: Significant pro-business measures were thin on the ground in this year's Budget.

. Households face 'dismal' rise in spending power, says IFS
[68 hours old]: Average disposable income is set to grow by "only" 0.5% annually over the next five years, the think tank says.

. Three arrests after BBC investigation into criminal network on High Street
[66 hours old]: Two Iranian men and a British man are held after raids in Birmingham and the West Midlands.

. Banking giant to build major new tower at Canary Wharf
[68 hours old]: One of the world's largest banking firms announces plans to build a new HQ "bigger than the Shard".

. Nine ways the Budget could affect you if you're under 25
[72 hours old]: The chancellor's Budget contained a slew of measures which will impact young people specifically.

. Who are the winners and losers from Rachel Reeves's Budget?
[66 hours old]: BBC Verify has examined what we know about how the Budget is likely to financially affect different groups.

. Isas, cars and pensions: How the Budget affects you
[94 hours old]: The Budget delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves will affect you and your finances. Here's how.

. Faisal Islam: The real reason Reeves is making you pay more tax
[89 hours old]: This is about buying breathing space, politically and economically. The two factors are now inseparable.

. OBR calls in cyber expert over botched release of Budget analysis
[71 hours old]: Rachel Reeves's statement was thrown into chaos after journalists were able to access the document early.

. 'I earn £20,000 and live with my son. The Budget means we will pay more tax'
[73 hours old]: BBC News hears from people with a range of incomes about what they think of the Budget.

. No changes to Scottish income tax plan, Robison says
[71 hours old]: The finance secretary says rates will not rise and no new bands will be introduced in January's Budget.

. Classic Morris van to get 21st Century all-electric makeover
[71 hours old]: An all-electric version of the classic van, a familiar sight in the 1950s, is to go into production.

. Asahi says 1.5 million customers' data potentially leaked in cyber-attack
[80 hours old]: The ransomware attack in September crippled Asahi's Japan operations and caused a drinks shortage.

. How the chancellor just took a chunk out of your future pay
[91 hours old]: The point at which you start to pay tax, and the point where you tip into paying a higher rate of tax have been frozen for three more years.

. Budget 2025: Key points at a glance
[89 hours old]: Changes to tax, pensions and welfare - here’s what you need to know from Rachel Reevesher second Budget.

. Salary sacrifice tax break cut on workplace pensions
[89 hours old]: Some pension savers face a hit to the amount of money they can put into their pension without paying national insurance.

. Fracking has transformed an Argentine town but what about the nation?
[84 hours old]: Argentina hopes that an oil and gas boom can benefit the whole country.

. Machu Picchu hit by a row over tourist buses
[156 hours old]: Protests have taken place over the coaches that take visitors up to the world heritage site in Peru.

. The 'toughest crop': Can tech help cardamom farmers?
[228 hours old]: Sensitive to the weather and soil cardamom is difficult to cultivate - can tech help?

. From florist to drone maker: How the weapon became so mainstream
[374 hours old]: With drones centre stage in Ukraine, military firms around the globe are ramping up their production.

. Will AI mean better adverts or 'creepy slop'?
[285 hours old]: Advertisers are using AI to personalise adverts but not everyone agrees that's a good idea.

. The Kenyan start-up aiming to electrify African transport
[468 hours old]: From fleets of e-bikes to individual riders, eWaka aims to sell across Africa's delivery market.

. Fire-blocking chemicals promise safer buildings
[564 hours old]: New treatments promise to make buildings fire-resistant without using older, toxic chemicals.

. Will quantum be bigger than AI?
[588 hours old]: The highly complex technology is increasingly being tipped to transform computing.

. The start-up creating science kits for young Africans
[636 hours old]: Stemaide's goal is to bring tech skills to young Africans and prepare them for future jobs.

. Warm spaces open to combat 'unaffordable' bills
[49 hours old]: The venues offer people the chance to stay warm, socialise and seek support during winter.

. Are you a HENRY? Here's how the budget affects you
[51 hours old]: HENRY stands for High Earners who are Not Rich Yet. Most are young and work in tech or finance.

. Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour?
[21 hours old]: Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.

. Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful?
[132 hours old]: Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"

. The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis
[220 hours old]: Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?

. The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high
[941 hours old]: Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why

. How Milei's 'Thatcherite' economics divided his nation - but won over Trump
[1128 hours old]: Ahead of Milei's visit to the White House - amid protests and anger on the streets back at home - Ione Wells unravels the paradox that Argentina's president has created

. Neighbourhood businesses hit by series of break-ins
[29 hours old]: Businesses in Canton tell BBC Wales about how a recent spate of break-ins has affected them.

. Vintage market trader retires after 60 years
[48 hours old]: Birmingham vintage market trader retires after 60 years

. BBC joins officers on criminal network raids
[65 hours old]: Three men have been arrested in dawn raids following a BBC News investigation into organised crime gangs operating on the High Street.

. 'I didn't expect that' - minimum wage chat leaves some shocked
[75 hours old]: The BBC's Tyler Edwards asks under 25s in Cardiff if they think the minimum wage increase is enough.