August 2026
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This campaign aims to boost Black nonprofit fundraising by convincing everyday donors of their power
Fundraising platforms are organizing this month to raise more money for underfunded Black-led nonprofits
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Filming to take place outside Houses of Parliament for Netflix drama
Members of the public could spot actors playing armed police alongside simulated emergency responses around the Houses of Parliament this coming weekend.
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Ukrainian arrested over Nord Stream blast ‘detained on Hollywood movie set’
The suspect is accused of being a member of a team of Ukrainian divers that allegedly planted explosives on the pipelines between Russia and Germany in 2022
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Woman charged with attempted murder after 81-year-old found with serious injuries
A woman has been charged with attempted murder after an 81-year-old man was found with serious injuries in Doncaster.
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The countdown is on to nominate your business for the YorkMix Choice Awards 2026
You have two weeks to nominate your business in our YorkMix Choice Awards 2026! This is your chance to shout about your business and prove to the world that you’re great at what you do – nominations close on Friday 4 September, so don’t...
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Tools stolen from car in North Yorkshire town overnight
Tools have been stolen from a car in the dead of night in a North Yorkshire town.
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Royal Mail misses delivery targets again but hails 'encouraging' signs
The struggling firm said it had improved its performance but missed regulator-set delivery targets.
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Banned driver killed great-grandfather after crashing stolen supercar into garden
John Bell had been working in his neighbour’s garden when he was fatally struck by Fraser Garden’s stolen vehicle
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PICTURES: demolition works underway at major York animal home
Parts of the RSPCA's York Animal Home have been demolished, paving the way for its future redevelopment.
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Palestine Action ‘Barclays five’ will not be sentenced as terrorists
Activists who targeted bank in Burnley were found guilty in June of causing damage exceeding £200,000
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'Ridiculous' - Yorkshire grooming gang victim hits out over early release of offender
A victim of a Bradford grooming gang says it is “ridiculous” that one of her abusers is being released on Monday, after serving only half of his sentence.
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Pateley volunteers praised as progress is made on plans to create 'one of the best bicycle pump tracks in North Yorkshire'
“Dedicated” volunteers in Pateley Bridge have been praised after a major community-led project to create one of the best bicycle pump tracks in North Yorkshire took a new step forward.
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Royal Mail misses delivery targets yet again amid £500m overhaul
Royal Mail recently committed to satisfying Ofcom’s targets by May 2027 under a five-year, £500 million investment plan
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More than 10 million people face hosepipe ban until end of year, water supplier says
Thames Water is one of many firms around the country to have a hosepipe ban in force, as more than 27 million people face restrictions on water use
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Influencers and Resellers Are Turning Empty Boxes Into Big Cash
As the appetite for “authenticity” grows online, content creators are buying up empty boxes for luxury goods—and resellers are cashing in for “crazy prices.”
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Major supermarket launches 1,000 apprenticeships to get young people into work
Morrisons wants to help more young people get into work by offering 1,000 apprenticeships.
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Why should our social care system become reliant on migrant workers? - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: John Riseley, Harrogate.
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Historic cricket club to get new clubhouse after plans approved
A historic cricket club is set to get upgraded facilities after plans were agreed with the city council.
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Investigation launched after gambling machine hit in coastal North Yorkshire pub
An investigation is underway after a person has stolen from a gambling machine inside a pub in Whitby.
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Daily Mail accused of stalking woman mistaken as White Stripes drummer Meg White
The tabloid boasted in a now-deleted article that they found White and promised to reveal her ‘secret new life’
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Gun stash discovered in German forest believed to be linked to Russia, say reports
Authorities believe handguns found in forest near Berlin were to be used to carry out assassinations for Russian intelligence, Sueddeutsche reports
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Coroner calls for baby monitor change after child died because volume was turned down
Ismaeel Islam died at the Royal London Hospital on March 7, 2025
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Renewed warning to County Durham drivers over fake QR code parking scam
Durham County Council has issued a fresh warning today (Friday, August 21) reminding drivers that it does not accept parking payments through QR…
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DDR5
DDR5 reviews, news and features, created for the hardcore PC enthusiast by the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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'Families bear the brunt'- York views sought on national social care changes
Questions are set to be asked about the future of social care in York.
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Senator asks US government watchdog to review how feds use hacking tools | TechCrunch
Senator Ron Wyden sent a letter to the U.S. federal watchdog requesting a comprehensive review of how the FBI, DEA, ICE's HSI, and the Secret Service use hacking tools and spyware against Americans.
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Indonesia warns against starting open blazes as haze from wildfires spreads to Malaysia
Indonesian authorities warn they will take legal action against anyone starting open fires, as huge blazes on Borneo and elsewhere created a choking haze that blankets cities
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Three admit arson attack at Persian media offices in Park Royal
Police were called to Volant Media's offices after an "ignited container" was thrown at the site.
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Historic UK island up for sale for £2 million
The island is currently going for offers in excess of £2 million in what has been described as a ‘exceptionally rare’ opportunity
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Police hunt yobs carrying weapons after man reportedly attacked in Bradford home
Police are hunting "three or four people wearing dark clothing and carrying weapons" after a man was reportedly attacked in his Bradford…
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Enterprise SSDs cost 18.6 times more than HDDs as 30TB drives hit $22,600 — hard drive supply is sold out through 2027
VDURA's latest flash index puts a 30TB TLC drive at $22,600 as NAND price increases settle.
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Thief targets cars in North Yorkshire town
Police are appealing for information after a series of vehicle interference incidents in Tadcaster.
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Rise in migrant deaths as 19 bodies found along Arizona border last month
Pima county figures show highest number of monthly migrant deaths in two years as critics condemn US policy
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North Yorkshire high school celebrates second record-breaking GCSE year
Students and staff at Bedale High School are celebrating another "exceptional" set of GCSE outcomes, marking a third consecutive year of…
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Latvia stops 28 irregular migrants from Belarus after tunnel crossing
Latvia has been experiencing a rise in irregular migration in recent months, something that European leaders call a hybrid attack by Aliaksandr Lukashenka’s regime #EuropeNews
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Mauritania coastguard rescues more than 300 migrants in Atlantic
Thousands of people have for years attempted the perilous Atlantic route on overloaded and often dilapidated boats to reach Europe via Spain's Canary Islands.
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'Families bear the brunt'- York views sought on national social care changes
Questions are set to be asked about the future of social care in York.
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County Durham woman ordered to complete unpaid work for harassment
Lynn Brown, of Seaham, has been ordered to carry out 100 hours of unpaid work after being convicted of harassing a woman by repeatedly sending…
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Cybersecurity
Discover more about Cyber Security with insights from the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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County Durham riding school in partial lockdown after confirmed disease case
A riding school has gone into partial lockdown after a confirmed case of a highly infectious disease.
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Kathy Staff - everything you need to know about this Last of the Summer Wine legend
Stephen Roberts remembers the actress who will be forever Nora Batty – she of the wrinkled stockings, pinny, hair curlers and the subject of…
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What El Nino is and how it could affect West Yorkshire in autumn
West Yorkshire, including Bradford, could experience stormy weather over the coming months thanks to a powerful El Nino.
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New sports centre plans submitted for west Leeds with jobs to be created
A racket sports centre could be created in a west Leeds community if plans are agreed with the city council.
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Major supermarket launches 1,000 apprenticeships to get young people into work
Morrisons wants to help more young people get into work by offering 1,000 apprenticeships.
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Farm on the M62: Perfect life on the moor for our cows - Jill Thorp
The cows seem to be enjoying life out on the moor and so far have stayed within their invisible boundary fence. It’s quite a novelty for us, driving up the motorway and spotting them grazing, the calves leaping around exploring their new surroundings.
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Make Cord Clutter a Thing of the Past With This Powerful Wireless HDMI Streamer
I used the Nyrius Phoenix Home True 4K60 to transmit games, TV shows, and movies across my house (yes, even through walls).
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Logitech sued for keeping US tariff refunds instead of returning them to customers
Lawsuit says Logitech should return tariff refunds to customers
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Ludwig fans all say the same thing about BBC drama as series 2 begins
Ludwig has returned for a second series and fans have praised the show's new episodes so far.
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West Nile virus: spread rises again in Greece as authorities stay on alert
Particular emphasis is placed on tackling mosquitoes, with targeted spraying in areas where their populations are found in higher concentrations.
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Harry was always going to return to UK – with or without Meghan, ex-butler says
Exclusive: Grant Harrold, who worked for the King and Queen Camilla, as well as Prince William, Princess Kate and Prince Harry up until 2011, tells The Independent what Harry and Meghan’s shock return means for the royal family
