BBC News MCP Server Demo
An example of a locally running MCP server that uses FastMCP and Feedparser to integrate the latest BBC News articles into the Claude desktop application.
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What is the BBC News MCP Server?
This is a server based on the Model Context Protocol (MCP) that can push the latest RSS subscription content of BBC News to the Claude desktop application in real - time, allowing you to get the latest news headlines directly in Claude.How to use the BBC News MCP Server?
After installation, you just need to ask news - related questions in the Claude desktop application, and the system will automatically fetch the latest information from BBC News.Applicable Scenarios
Suitable for Claude users who need to get BBC News content in real - time. They can get the latest news without leaving the application.Main Features
Real - time News PushAutomatically fetch the latest content from the BBC News RSS subscription.
Seamless IntegrationPerfectly integrated with the Claude desktop application without additional operations.
Easy InstallationInstallation and configuration can be completed through simple commands.
Advantages and Limitations
Advantages
Get content from authoritative news sources in real - time
No need to manually refresh or visit news websites
Seamlessly integrated with the AI assistant to improve work efficiency
Limitations
Currently only supports the BBC news source
Requires the Claude desktop application support
Only applicable to the macOS system
How to Use
Install Necessary Tools
Make sure you have installed Homebrew and the Python 3.12 environment.
Set up the Python Environment
Pin the Python version and create a virtual environment.
Install Dependencies
Install necessary Python dependency packages.
Install the MCP Server
Install the MCP server into the Claude desktop application.
Restart the Application
Restart the Claude desktop application for the changes to take effect.
Usage Examples
Get News HeadlinesAsk Claude for the latest BBC news headlines.
Query Available ToolsCheck if the MCP server is installed correctly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this service paid?
Which operating systems are supported?
How to confirm successful installation?
Related Resources
Hyperact Blog Article
In - depth analysis of MCP as an API product strategy.
Claude Desktop Application
Download the Claude desktop application.
BBC News RSS Feed
The news data source used in this project.
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