July 2026
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Assisted dying debate should come after end-of-life care reform, says Burnham
Introducing the legislation would be ‘very challenging’ until care system improved, PM says
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Masked men steal cash machine from Wetherby Services during early morning raid
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information and witnesses after a cash machine was stolen from a services in Wetherby.
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Hotel boss praises Harrogate for delivering a ‘hospitality masterclass’ this summer
An award-winning Harrogate hotel boss has praised the town for delivering a “hospitality masterclass” in recent weeks during “one of the strongest summer trading periods in years”.
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Fix palliative care before assisted dying debate, says PM
Andy Burnham's comments suggest he will not personally back a fresh attempt to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales.
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Musk sues Minnesota to stop law banning companies from making fake nude images online
Elon Musk’s AI company is asking the court to declare a new Minnesota law unconstitutional and bar the state from enacting it
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Council deputy mayor has paid tribute to Ann Widdecombe at a meeting
THE deputy mayor of a North Yorkshire town has paid tribute to Ann Widdecombe at a full council meeting.
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Next 12 hours ‘decisive’ for wildfire near Madrid, says Spanish PM
Comments by Pedro Sánchez come as extreme heat renews pressure on firefighters tackling blazes across southern Europe
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Four women accuse Jared Leto of criminal sexual conduct when they were teenagers
BBC documentary reports incidents alleged to have taken place when actor and musician was in 30s and 40s
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Video. France veterinary team treats pets of wildfire evacuees
Video. A French veterinary team in Bordeaux is caring for pets of Gironde wildfire evacuees, providing food, treatment and support while families await their return home.
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'Apocalyptic' damage as Cairngorms wildfire burns for two weeks
The blaze has destroyed about 25 sq km of moorland and forestry near Aviemore since Wednesday 15 July.
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Love It or Hate It, Ferrari’s First EV Is a Thrilling Drive
WIRED test-drove a preproduction version of the Luce, the storied Italian automaker’s controversial electric car, and it was remarkably surprising. Will it convert Ferrari fanatics?
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Counterfeit notes passed at 'over the doorstep' sale in York
North Yorkshire Police said counterfeit notes were passed in an over the doorstep sale in Danebury Drive, Acomb, on Tuesday, June 9.
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GPUs
GPU reviews, news and features, created for the hardcore PC enthusiast by the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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Teen who threw boiling water over prison officer sentenced
A teenager who left a prison officer with life-changing injuries after throwing boiling water at him has been handed an 18-month detention and training sentence.
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Gianni Infantino: Why Fifa president is pushing World Cup sell off plan
BBC Sport explores why Fifa president Gianni Infantino feels powerful enough to sell off stakes in the World Cup - and what the consequences could be.
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Much-loved Sam Smith's pub in York undergoing renovations for August reopening
RENOVATIONS are underway at the much-loved Sam Smith’s pub, the Wellington Arms, said to be re-opening in August.
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Councillors support 130-home Boroughbridge housing scheme after officers refuse to defend rejection
Councillors have given their support to plans for 130 new homes near Boroughbridge after being told by council officers they would have to defend any appeal themselves if they refused the scheme.
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West Mersea beach tragedy boy, 7, dies in hospital
Musa Ahmed is the third person to die after getting into difficulty in the water last Wednesday.
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BMW to cut ‘as many as 8,000 jobs’ under pressure from Chinese rivals
Layoffs will come in admin and development divisions in Germany, with production operations unaffected
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'Proposed' bus fare increase 'could impact York students' class attendance or work'
The University of York Students’ Union (YUSU) has written a formal letter to First Bus urging the company to reconsider plans to increase the…
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I have to use a mouse and keyboard all day — so can Logitech adding a simple cushion actually make that much difference?
Not quite as plush as I'd hoped, but still very handy
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Teenage Norwegian 'hitman' guilty of UK murder plot
Johannes Natland travelled to Huddersfield to carry out a 'hit' in March last year.
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Anthony Fauci refuses to answer questions during US Senate hearing about Covid origins
The former top US health official said he feared Republicans could try to trip him up and use his testimony to prosecute him for perjury.
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Cash machine stolen during ram raid at Yorkshire service station
A cash machine was stolen during a ram raid at Wetherby Services off the A1(M), North Yorkshire Police has said.
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Grand Voyager | Exploring Scotland
Scotland is a land of ancient castles, proud traditions and famous stories. In this episode of Grand Voyager, Lilly Douse journeys through a country steeped in history.
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Here's which roads in York will be closed during the 10k this weekend
Roads across York are set to be closed to traffic as thousands of runners prepare to take to the streets this weekend.
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Dexter fan serial killer handed two whole life orders for double murder
James Desborough is already serving a life sentence for murdering his cellmate at HMP Exeter
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More than half of England officially in drought - Environment Agency
The drought declarations follow an exceptionally hot and dry period, which has hit rivers, crops and nature.
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Three US states to deploy 60mph drones armed with pepper spray to neutralize school shooters — ‘Campus Guardian Angel’ drones can also smash windows and ram attackers
Anti-shooter system coming to at least three states this year.
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The cyber risk hiding in plain sight
The attack surface is increasingly fragmented and uncontrolled
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Funeral director whose parlour was 'horror scene' splashed tens of thousands on holidays, motorbikes and shopping
A funeral director whose parlour was a "horror scene" and who gave the wrong ashes to dozens of grieving relatives splashed out tens of thousands of pounds on holidays, motorbikes, restaurants and home improvements.
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Fraudsters target elderly woman in York city centre
North Yorkshire Police said it is appealing for information in connection with its investigation which it said happened in Merchantgate, between…
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Democrats urge SEC to investigate Trump’s ‘outrageous’ Truth Social fast feed plan
Trump, who owns about 41% of Trump Media through a trust his children oversee, stands to profit from the paid access model
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What's coming to an empty York store as plans get go ahead
An empty York shop is set for a new lease of life under newly-approved plans.
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BBC cancels Blankety Blank, Celebrity Mastermind and Live at the Apollo
The corporation said it was "incredibly proud" of all three shows, but that it must make savings.
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The Best Festival Gear, Tested by a Dubstep Enjoyer
Our field-tested gear includes power banks, electrolytes, outdoor blankets, earplugs, and more.
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F1 keeps Qatar and Abu Dhabi races on calendar for now
The world's top racing competition said the final two races of the 2026 season remain on track, but a mid-September review will determine whether the championship concludes in Europe instead.
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EU coordinates wildfire aid as heatwave threatens southern Europe
Brussels is managing resource reallocations across 37 participating nations, deploying planes, helicopters, and ground units to France and Spain. Officials warn that intensifying heatwaves could soon spread major blazes into Italy, Greece, and Portugal. #EuropeNews
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How the wars in Iran and Ukraine are colliding on the world’s largest lake
Kyiv’s attack on an Iranian vessel is a move to bolster US support at a crucial juncture, experts tell Maryam Zakir-Hussain
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X Says Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban Risks Interfering With Foreign Law
Elon Musk’s platform hit out at the country’s “invasive” information-gathering powers as it demands the government drop efforts to strengthen its no-children policy.
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Norwegian hitman arrested in Yorkshire guilty of murder plot for gang linked to Iran
A teenage hitman from Norway has been found guilty of travelling to England to carry out a killing on behalf of an international crime gang backed by Iran.
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York tech firm celebrates more than 30 revenue growth
Abingdon Health has reported more than 30 per cent revenue growth for the 2026 financial year.
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Much-loved York band to 'take things back to where it all began' on new UK tour
An iconic York band are set to hit the road again - 'taking things back to where it all began' with a series of intimate shows.
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Intel's upcoming Nova Lake desktop SKU to require 65W of separate power delivery for its iGPU, leaker claims — beefy integrated graphics could require two VCCGT phases for 12 Xe3P cores
One VCCGT phase can usually sustain up to 30W safely.
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PC Components
PC Component reviews, news, and features, created for the hardcore PC enthusiast by the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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Ireland unveils blueprint to electrify economy by 2050
Dublin's plan takes into account a surge in electricity demand over the coming decades, driven by electric vehicles, industry and rapidly expanding data centres, which will place growing pressure on the national grid. #EuropeNews
