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Updated 12:30 45 stories today from 3 outlets 129 questions answered

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BBC News 12:11

Three ways the interest rate rise could affect you

Job, loans and savings are all affected by the rise in interest rates announced by the Bank of England.

News

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BBC News 12:04

Sheffield-born Jorgensen out to inflict more pain on England

Max Jorgensen was eligble for England, but insists he was always intent on continuing the family tradition of representing the Wallabies.

Sports

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BBC News عربي 12:04

عشر نتائج غير مسبوقة في انتخابات التجديد النصفي الأمريكية ع

أسفرت انتخابات التجديد النصفي الأمريكية عن نتائج تاريخية، بينها انتخاب أول مسلم لمجلس الشيوخ وأول امرأة سوداء حاكمة لولاية، إلى جانب وصول مرشحين آخرين إلى مناصب لم يسبق أن شغلها أشخاص من خلفيات مماثلة.

News

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BBC News 12:04

Could this be the last Bonfire Night for noisy fireworks?

About 20 million people enjoy fireworks at home every year, but some campaigners want quieter displays.

News

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The Guardian English 5527 stories BBC News English 620 stories BBC عربي Arabic 108 stories Global Voices English 29 stories الأصوات العالمية Arabic 22 stories

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