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bbc-news

Fetch BBC News headlines from RSS feeds with JSON output.

375|38|Updated Dec 2, 2025
Search Tags:#headlines#news#information#rss#bbc
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/CraftOS-dev/CraftBot --skill bbc-news
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bbc-news
Source: https://github.com/CraftOS-dev/CraftBot/tree/main/skills/bbc-news
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/CraftOS-dev/CraftBot --skill bbc-news

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires feedparser, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides quick access to the latest news from BBC News, eliminating the need to manually browse their website or search for news feeds.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Fetch News: Retrieve top stories, or news from specific sections and regions.
  • Customizable Output: Limit the number of stories and choose between text or JSON format.
  • Use Case: Ask for the latest technology news from the BBC, or get the top 5 UK headlines.

Quick Start

Ask your agent to show me the latest BBC news.

Frequently Asked Questions about bbc-news

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I fetch BBC News headlines from RSS feeds?▼

Fetch BBC News headlines by requesting top stories or specific sections. The Skill parses RSS data across various regions and sections, returning the latest news directly to your agent.

Can I get news headlines in JSON format?▼

Yes, you can get news headlines in JSON format. The Skill supports customizable output, allowing you to choose between text or JSON format when retrieving news from specific sections or regions.

Do I need the feedparser library to parse RSS data?▼

Yes, you need the feedparser library to parse RSS data. The Skill requires feedparser as a dependency to successfully fetch and parse news headlines from BBC News RSS feeds.

How do I limit the number of stories returned from BBC News?▼

Limit the number of stories returned from BBC News by specifying a limit in your request. The Skill provides customizable output options to restrict results to the top 5 headlines or any desired count.

Does this method support filtering UK regional news?▼

Yes, this method supports filtering UK regional news. The Skill fetches news from BBC News RSS feeds and allows filtering by main sections, UK regional news, and global regions.

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