August 2026
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Russians pull billions from banks fearing Kremlin will seize savings for war
Russia's central bank reported that billions of roubles have been withdrawn from banks each month, as Russians pull out cash amid fears of the Kremlin seizing their savings to fund the war in Ukraine amid a deteriorating economy.
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Concerns about the New World screwworm have put Texas pet adoptions on hold
The first New World screwworm outbreak in Texas in 60 years is hindering efforts to move rescued dogs and cats out of crowded animal shelters to states where they would be adopted
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'You don't mess about, do you?' Watch biker's arrest after 2am police chase
A 20-year-old who drove into oncoming traffic in an off-road police chase around Middlesbrough on a stolen off-road bike has been spared jail.
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At least nine killed and six injured in hotel fire in eastern India
Some of the victims are believed to be Bangladeshi nationals who had travelled to Kolkata for medical treatment, according to a member of West Bengal’s ruling party.
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France’s ‘aid in dying’ law comes into effect after constitutional approval
Right to assisted dying established for patients with conditions assessed as incurable and causing unbearable pain
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United Arab Emirates suspends trade with Iran after coming under renewed missile fire
The United Arab Emirates has suspended all trade with Iran after it said it had come under renewed fire from the country
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Dragons' Den star loses £200,000 dispute appeal after King strips MBE
A Dragons' Den spin-off star has lost a contempt appeal in a £200,000 dispute after King Charles III stripped her of an MBE.
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Five West Yorkshire bus drivers earn top honours for safe driving
FIVE drivers have earned top honours for their commitment to safe and smooth journeys
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Man arrested after 'unexplained' death of woman, 25, in Travelodge Bradford hotel
A man has been arrested after a 25-year-old woman died at a hotel in Bradford.
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Police in Yorkshire launch appeal after theft of farm trailer - Here's what we know
Police in Craven have issued an appeal after the theft of a farm trailer.
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Routers
Router reviews, news and features, created for the hardcore PC enthusiast by the experts at Tom's Hardware.
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AI needs rules and rails: Why governance must move beyond policy
Policies alone aren't enough to govern AI
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AI isn't close to curing cancer. This startup says it knows what it will take. | TechCrunch
It's the data, stupid.
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Town’s Christmas lights secured after fears about future of illuminations
CHRISTMAS lights will be installed in a North Yorkshire town after the future of the festive illuminations was put in doubt over possible funding…
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Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four months
A 2.9% rise in inflation had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran war “continues to impact prices here at home”.
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Cougars feel 'bureaucracy in way' as pitch delay adds to stand funding woe
KEIGHLEY Cougars have been left frustrated by a double blow to works at their ground.
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Tennis player Kyrgios admits 'mistake' after failing test for cocaine
Kyrgios said he had difficulties coming to terms with being near the end of his career after two years of injuries.
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Man who plunged into River Wear from Durham bridge in serious condition after rescue
A 28-year-old man is in a serious condition in hospital after being pulled from the River Wear off North Road in Durham.
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York supermarket set to get KPop Demon Hunters makeover
Tesco cafe in Clifton Moor is getting a KPop Demon Hunters makeover as part of a nationwide promotion inspired by the Netflix show.
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Bristol osteopath struck off after telling patient that ‘sex with children is OK’
Jeremy Marquette also said that he does not ‘believe in rape’
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County Durham man pleads not guilty to strangling and assaulting emergency worker
A man who was charged with strangling and assaulting an emergency worker has pled not guilty following an alleged attack in County Durham last…
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I Tried a Window-Cleaning Robot and Hated It
I tested the top-of-the-line Ecovacs Winbot W2S Omni window-cleaning robot on my Victorian home, and it was an unmitigated disaster.
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York charity announce full line-up for night of entertainment – including a BGT star!
York-based mental health charity Menfulness has announced the full line-up for its night of entertainment – including a Britain’s Got Talent star and local talent. The now annual Menfulness Live event will take place on Saturday 29 August...
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Flagship store of 'world-respected' retailer planned for York
A retailer is planning to open its flagship store in England in York.
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A taste of Qatar's melting pot of cuisines
Qatar in Motion heads to some of Doha’s top culinary spots. We visit the Michelin-starred Alba where creativity and craftsmanship elevate fine dining. At Bib Gourmand-recognised Baron, innovative flavours and a relaxed dining experience reflect the diversity of Qatar’s modern food culture.
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Relativity Networks raises $22 million to bring a faster kind of fiber to data centers | TechCrunch
Relativity Networks deals in hollow-core fiber, a rarely deployed technology that allows data to be transmitted 30% faster than conventional fiber.
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UK gas prices hit three-year high – here’s what it means for your bills
The prices are up but still less than a quarter of the level seen during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
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Review: The Last Laugh lauds Cooper, Morecambe and Monkhouse at Darlington Hippodrome
Andrew White watches Paul Hendy’s affectionate, laugh-out-loud play in which three comedy legends share a dressing room and dissect the secret of…
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County Durham air ambulance paramedic set to tackle Great North Run with 16kg manikin
A Durham air ambulance paramedic Jake Gunn is set to tackle the Great North Run carrying a 16kg rescue manikin to raise funds for the charity he…
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Jason Kelce-led marketing campaign asks beer drinkers to send their pee to AI data centers — Liquid Death and Garage Beer skit claims 'AI data centers waste millions of gallons of water'
“The suits want us to tell you to please don’t actually send your pee.”
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OpenAI slows down training of advanced AI after cyber-attack
The ChatGPT-maker said training will be slowed for two weeks while it puts the upgrades in place.
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Monzo banking app goes down leaving users unable to access accounts
Monzo banking app went down at about 12pm today
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North East business support group appoints new chief executive
A North East business support organisation has appointed a new chief executive as it looks to build on its legacy of helping businesses grow and…
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Pepe’s Piri Piri opens new Darlington town centre restaurant creating 15 jobs
A new Pepe’s Piri Piri restaurant has opened in Darlington, creating 15 jobs.
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‘I had just been out clubbing’: Student made life-changing decision in Barcelona
A NIGHT out in Barcelona led to a life-changing decision for one student in Bradford
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UK salmonella outbreak kills 1 and affects 200 more and 'could be linked to eggs'
A salmonella outbreak has killed one person and affected 200 more in the UK over the last year.
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Patient deaths at under-fire NHS trust ‘could be next major health scandal’
Exclusive: Whistleblowers claim patients have been left dying in A&E corridors, others have had their cancer diagnosis delayed, while cuts to appointments in ‘chaotic’ departments mean care is delayed. A dozen staff and former employees tell Rebecca Thomas they are finally speaking out after years of their raised concerns have met with inaction
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Residents fighting 130-home development next to ancient Yorkshire woodland
Concerned residents have shared their worries over a possible housing development next to an ancient woodland in Doncaster, which experts have said contains rare plants and endangered animal species.
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Iconic ITV comedy show returning to UK TV screens after 12 years - free to watch
In September, Rewind TV will dedicate the month to four popular series, including Harry Hill's TV Burp.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial intelligence (AI), chatbots, and machine learning: News, R&D, and more
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Jason Arday's death sparks UK debate over academic rigor, racism after media 'frenzy'
Jason Arday, who was once celebrated as Cambridge University’s youngest Black professor, was found dead last week after weeks of news stories presenting evidence that he was a plagiarist and fabulist
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Good news — you can now properly swear on Microsoft Teams calls...unless you work for the government
Government Teams users are ****** a little longer
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There’s a Very Simple Reason Why You Love the Slate Truck
The car world is filled with designers still obsessed with shoehorning sex into their rides. Slate went a different route, and it’s why people are smitten with the charming electric pickup.
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US military presence in Middle East could be cut back after Iran war ends: report
The U.S. has around 50,000 troops stationed in the region and around 20 bases but the Iran war has come at a cost
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Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and Red Driving School investigated over pricing
Consumers affected could get compensation if it is found that the companies broke the law, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said.
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What is endometriosis and how can you spot symptoms?
The painful condition causes cells similar to those in the lining of the womb to grow in other parts of the body
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Bradford festival hailed ‘massive success’ after attracting more than 65,000 people
A festival in Bradford has been hailed a "massive success" after drawing an estimated crowd of 65,000 people to the weekend events.
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Yorkshire shepherdess Amanda Owen ‘excited’ to be judge at York dog competition
York Museum Gardens will host its inaugural Dog Show in September with Yorkshire shepherdess Amanda Owen as the judge.
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Ukrainian man arrested over undersea explosions that damaged gas pipelines in 2022
Germany authorities say a Ukrainian man has been arrested Croatia in relation to undersea explosions that damaged the Nord Stream gas pipelines between Russia and Germany in 2022
