August 2026
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What we know about the Kenya safari helicopter crash that killed seven
A safari helicopter crashed Wednesday morning in a remote part of northern Kenya, killing seven people, including five Americans
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Melancholy made in Hungary is fuelling bestsellers across the globe – and widely misunderstood
A ‘capacity for despair’ forged by political oppression has long been consider a Magyar national trait. But after Orbán, writers in the country remind us that melancholy must not always be bleak
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How an employee-led chess competition is growing at this North East tech firm
An employee-led chess tournament is continuing to grow in the North East, bringing colleagues together through friendly competition and a shared…
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Police seize luxury Porsche after routine Bradford roadside check uncovers offences
A luxury Porsche Panamera was taken off the road in Bradford after what began as a routine document check uncovered a series of motoring offences.
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Free wi-fi and phone charging proposed for Leeds city centre
Free wi-fi and mobile phone charging could be provided on a city centre street if plans are agreed with the council.
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Spennymoor man given suspended sentence for 'unprovoked' assault
Lewis Greathead, 32, of Hawthorn Road, Spennymoor, has been given a suspended prison sentence after admitting assault causing actual bodily harm to…
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Russian missile barrage kills at least 6 in Kyiv, injures 33
A Russian missile barrage has killed at least six people in Kyiv
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Trump threatens 'tremendous economic consequences' on any country helping Iran
It comes after a 60-day ceasefire expired on Monday, with no sign of a diplomatic or military off-ramp to the conflict.
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Holby City and Coronation Street star to appear in Annie at Grand Opera House
Holby City and Coronation Street star Claire Sweeney is set to star in the musical Annie at the Grand Opera House in York.
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Children and vulnerable people facing longer waits in Bradford custody suites
Children and vulnerable adults detained by police in Bradford are facing longer waits for support because of a shortage of Appropriate Adults across…
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Goole firm supports major energy project with rapid turbine repairs
A major energy project in the Netherlands is being supported by the rapid work of Goole-based engineering firm Salko UK.
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Travel agents 'disappointed' as popular airline pulls out of Leeds Bradford Airport
Local travel agents have responded to the news that easyJet will no longer be operating out of Leeds Bradford Airport - and, unsurprisingly,…
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Russia unleashes 'massive attack' on Kyiv, killing at least eight
Apartment blocks and warehouses were targeted in the "massive attack" on Thursday, according to the State Emergency Service of Ukraine.
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GCSE results day in York, North and East Yorkshire - we've got it covered
Make sure to follow along with The Press as our full GCSEs results day coverage is set to take place today (August 20) and in print tomorrow.
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York florist celebrates hat-trick of honours after national award
Floral Elegance in Acomb, York, is celebrating a hat-trick of honours after a recent national industry award.
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West Yorkshire Police to deploy facial recognition at Leeds Festival for first time
LIVE facial recognition (LFR) technology will be used at Leeds Festival for the first time this year, West Yorkshire Police have confirmed.
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Town centre street in Bradford district lacking 'variety' according to its traders
Independent shop owners are calling for more “variety” as fewer unique businesses fill the high street.
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Easter sculpture trails raise £1,400 for youth groups in York and Haxby
Two Easter sculpture trails from Discover: Eggsplore have raised £1,400 to support youth groups in York and Haxby.
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Award-winning North Yorkshire pub liquidates owing more than £80,000
An awarding winning village pub at Riccall in North Yorkshire has gone under, with its company owner owing more than £80,000.
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Kyiv comes under Russian missile attack, killing at least six
Death reported after residential areas and warehouses hit in heavy bombardment in capital and surrounding region
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Sweet boxes contained illegal vapes and dodgy tobacco, York court told
North Yorkshire consumer watchdogs found illegal vapes and counterfeit tobacco hidden in sweet boxes in a store that put profit above public safety.
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Major sports car show set to return to Newby Hall this autumn
Newby Hall & Gardens will host the Autumn Sports Cars in the Park show on Sunday, September 6.
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Ukraine war latest: Several killed as Putin launches ‘massive attack’ on Kyiv
Poland says it is activating a range of defensive measures in response to the strikes unfolding across the border
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Trump shows off White House renovations and ornate new helipad
Former real estate developer leads press corps on tour of grounds and says ‘one thing I know how to do is build’
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York city centre store to shut within weeks
New details have emerged about the future of a store in York following the approval of changes to the building. Fashion store Size? is set to close in mid-September, the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS) understands. Owners JD Group...
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Warnings as almost £10m black hole facing York Council
An almost £10 million black hole is forecast for City of York Council’s budget after it had to find a similar amount in savings last year,…
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Two-day road closure announced in Storwood as new fibre cables installed
Narrow Lane in Storwood is anticipated to be closed for two days from September 1.
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Judge will consider new trial for Karmelo Anthony in Texas track meet killing
A judge is set to consider whether to grant Texas teen Karmelo Anthony a new trial following his murder conviction in the stabbing death of a 17-year-old athlete at a high school track meet
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Case against Erin Patterson is ‘overwhelming’ and mushroom killer’s appeal should be dismissed, prosecutors say
Crown prosecutor tells Victorian court that all seven of Patterson’s grounds for appeal should fail
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A timeline of Prince Harry and Meghan's relationship with the royal family as they return to the UK
Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, will return to the United Kingdom, seemingly marking an end to a yearslong rift with the royal family
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Retrospective application goes in for college already running in Bradford city centre
Retrospective plans for a city centre education provider that opened in a listed office building last year have been submitted to Bradford Council.
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Japan reports record exports and imports for July as energy costs climb
Japan’s imports and exports set records in July, though soaring energy costs and a weak yen helped extend a trade deficit for a third straight month
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KFC seeks late-night licence for new Monks Cross branch in York
A new KFC branch in Monks Cross Drive, York, is seeking a licence to serve 'late-night refreshments' until 5am.
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Giant whales move into Greenland waters as ice disappears
Melting sea ice from climate change has opened up the region for giant whales to undertake "feeding frenzies".
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Hong Kong conglomerate seeks $1.5 billion in damages from Panama for takeover of canal ports
CK Hutchison is seeking over $1.5 billion from Panama for damages to its investments after the country seized two ports at the ends of the Panama Canal
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St John Ambulance volunteers take on three-day Yorkshire cycling challenge
A group of St John Ambulance volunteers will be taking on the Great Yorkshire Pump and Pedal 2026 to raise funds for their lifesaving work.
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Calls to gate off crime-ridden Bradford alleyway after reported stabbing near pub
Renewed calls to gate off a crime-hit Bradford city centre alleyway have been made following a reported stabbing.
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Iran-US war latest: Trump declares ‘Economic D-Day’ against Tehran
Trump warned countries against oil smuggling and cash transfers with Iran
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York study reveals social media reliance among weight-loss drug users
A new study at York St John University has revealed that nearly half of UK users of weight-loss drugs rely on social media for information.
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Zomi Frankcom: Penny Wong condemns ‘insulting’ decision to clear IDF over Gaza strikes that killed Australian aid worker
Israeli government decides not to pursue criminal proceedings over 2024 triple drone strike that killed Australian Zomi Frankcom and six others
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Champagne growers race to preserve quality in record-early harvest
Champagne producers are racing to pick grapes as the region experiences its earliest harvest on record
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Prince Harry emphasizes need to better apply veterans' skills during roundtable with service members
Prince Harry wants communities to better apply their service members' skills when they enter the workforce
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to move back to the UK later this month
Harry expressed a desire to reconcile with his father and spend more time with the UK monarch who is being treated for an undisclosed form of cancer. #EuropeNews
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London thief stole hundreds of pounds of alcohol in York
A shoplifter travelled from London to steal hundreds of pounds of alcohol from a superstore at Monks Cross, York magistrates heard. He had no…
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'They think they've seen it all but York is more than shops, cafés and cat trails'
York is more than shops, cafés and cat trails - just look up, says our lead letter writer.
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Hospitality group joins York charity to support people facing homelessness
The Hospitality Association York (HAY) has partnered with HOPING York Street Kitchen to deliver regular meals and support for people in need.
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Where will Prince Harry and Meghan live as they return to the UK?
The sudden decision to return leaves lots of questions for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and Royal Family.
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Road in Kilnwick Percy to close for three days over safety concerns
Millington Lane in Kilnwick Percy is set to close for three days due to safety concerns.
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North Korea shrugs off Trump's scaled-back drills with South Korea
Critics slammed the Trump administration over its surprise pull-back from the planned drills with South Korea, stressing that the move is yet another example of the US turning its back on its allies, hurting its credibility in the international arena.
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Larry David says former friend Alan Dershowitz ‘made a deal with the devil’ as Trump’s lawyer
The Seinfeld and Curb Your Enthusiasm creator says Dershowitz, who has also defended Jeffrey Epstein and Harvey Weinstein, ‘only has himself to blame’ for being ostracised
