August 2026
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Credit score firm rolls out major ratings overhaul - what you need to know
The new scoring system will use a broader range of data, such as how account balances have changed over time
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Rising energy bills ‘difficult’ for people, Andy Burnham says
Ofgem has announced that its price cap will rise by 4% or £60 per year to £1,723 from October 1.
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Clacton by-election was not a reflection of EU support - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Peter Brown, Cleckheaton.
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Running more effective for sleep loss than a short nap, study finds
Young adults stayed awake for 30 hours to complete the research
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Council's new advertising policy for lampposts could bring in some much-needed cash
A cash-strapped council's new advertising policy - including for some of its lamp posts - could bring in some much-needed cash.
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Islamabad PIMS hospital fire: Witnesses say rescue was delayed as blaze killed 14 babies
A hospital official told the BBC that the door to the ward was not locked, but manned with security guards, to protect the babies.
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'An answer would be excellent' - Resident anger towards council over 2 month wait
A resident trying for two months to discuss an application with planners wants the situation to improve.
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U.S. gov't moves to suppress pushback on data centers by removing requirements for public input on pollution — EPA change would allow air pollution permits without publicizing them
States would then need to choose if they want to solicit public feedback for permits.
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Two people dead and murder investigation launched after 'devastating' house fire
Two people have died and a murder investigation has been launched following a “devastating” house fire in the early hours of this morning.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial intelligence (AI), chatbots, and machine learning: News, R&D, and more
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Bike stolen in heart of York as police appeal for information
A bike was stolen from outside a York city centre gallery in the dead of night
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Man jailed for making death threats to mosques days after Manchester synagogue attack
Gabriel Levy was sentenced to more than two years in jail at Leeds Crown Court on Wednesday
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The Kremlin says the CIA director held talks in Moscow with his intelligence counterparts
The Kremlin says CIA Director John Ratcliffe held talks in Moscow with his intelligence counterparts, a rare and secretive visit at a time when relations with Washington remain strained over Russia’s war in Ukraine
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Bill Gates warns AI could unleash biological attacks as he seeks meeting with Xi
Gates wants countries to monitor AI's ability to create molecules and carry out biological attacks
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From 'shy' magician’s assistant to lead rider - meet Kynren’s daring equestrian
From working behind the scenes in a magic act to leading a major horse production, Edie Bainbridge has built a career on persistence and daring…
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A64 closure and train changes set for Leeds Festival weekend as thousands expected
Drivers and rail passengers face disruption between York and Leeds from today as Leeds Festival and engineering works affect travel - what you need…
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York farm shop's bid to stay open blocked amid green belt fears
A York farm shop which called for support to continue operating has had its bid for planning permission blocked.
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Dubai airport reports sharp drop in second quarter traffic due to Iran war's effects
Dubai International Airport reports a sharp drop in passengers during the second quarter
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Teacher who sent explicit photos to teenage boy on Snapchat banned
The tribunal heard Mr Bullen sent six unsolicited images ‘in various states of undress’
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Councillor urges public not to speculate after house blaze leaves four in hospital
A councillor has urged people not to speculate about the cause of a “devastating” house fire which left four people in hospital.
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Rockstar releases statement after a week of GTA VI leaks, avoids mentioning leaker's demands — says that gameplay leaks have been ‘heartbreaking for our team’
This is probably not the “sorry” that Cyberleek expected.
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Farage’s Reform slumps to lowest poll rating in 18 months
The dip comes after weeks of infighting within the party
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Ukrainian commander decorated after speeding through ‘kill zone’ to save troops
His feat captured the country's attention and earned him its highest military honour
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Successor to the 'best looking camera ever made' teased for September 9 launch — and Olympus fans have been begging for this for years
OM System shared a YouTube teaser announcing the launch of a digital rangefinder-style camera, and it's coming on September 9
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Countryfile legend shares 'poignant final wish' about Yorkshire return
BBC Countryfile legend John Craven has shared a "poignant final wish" according to a new report as he shares his love of Whitby and…
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Why are energy bills going up and what can I do?
The price cap taking effect from October 1 will rise by 4% for a typical household using gas and electricity.
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‘Fear of the right holding us to ransom’: Readers on Burnham’s EU stance
Our community reacts as the new prime minister holds firm on Labour’s Brexit red lines, with some readers demanding he go further and others urging him to wait for a fresh mandate
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Shingles vaccine may lower risk of stroke and heart failure | New Scientist
Being vaccinated against shingles has been linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease before, but now a study suggests that the vaccine that is currently being used reduces the odds more than earlier versions of the shot
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‘Crude’ breeze-blocking in of windows seals planning application’s fate
Breeze-blocking in windows is a 'crude and unsympathetic intervention' downgrading the look of a Halifax town centre street, say unhappy…
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Dolly Parton's life in pictures over decades-long career after death aged 80
Dolly Parton lived an extraordinary life, with her music reaching millions of people around the world
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Couple return to North Yorkshire and UK's highest pub 30 years after marrying there
A couple who married at Britain’s highest pub after spotting it in a magazine have returned to the Yorkshire Dales landmark 30 years later to…
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More than 50 kidnapped as violent gang attack in Haiti leaves 47 dead
In a video posted on social media, the gang leader threatened to kill the hostages if any of his members were harmed.
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New exhibition based on popular TV show opens this weekend
A NEW exhibition based on a popular television show opens this weekend.
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Libyan who was cleared after Lockerbie bombing trial dies aged 70
A Facebook post by Libyan Airlines announced the death of Al Amin Khalifah Fhimah and expressed the company's condolences to his family.
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USS Abraham Lincoln heads to Thailand for a brief stop after lengthy deployment at sea
The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln is set to make a temporary stop in Thailand after its deployment in the Middle East
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Experts issue fresh warning over baby food pouches sold in UK supermarkets
Experts have sent a warning to parents about the high levels of sugar in baby food pouches
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Large parts of UK under thunderstorm and flood warnings today – full list of regions
The Met Office has warned of flooding, power cuts and disruption across the country
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Man arrested after driving guillotine across US over anger at Trump and Newsom
United States Capitol Police have arrested a California man with what they said was a guillotine in the bed of a pickup truck parked near the U.S. Capitol complex
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North East chemical sector calls for clear Government strategy
A North East industry leader has joined chemical sector bosses in calling on the Prime Minister to recognise chemicals as a foundational industry…
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Andy Burnham considering extra funding to tackle wildfires
Andy Burnham has indicated he is prepared to put more investment into climate resilience and tackling wildfires, after the epidemic of blazes that has scorched Britain this summer.
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Calls for 'proper devolution' to make planned tram network a reality
Campaigners are urging new Prime Minister Andy Burnham to introduce “proper devolution” to ensure West Yorkshire finally gets a tram network.
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Inside wacky £600k Teesside townhouse with Harry Potter-style office
This Grade II listed townhouse in the heart of Norton has been transformed with striking botanical décor, luxury finishes and unique design…
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Couple return to Yorkshire Dales pub where they married 30 years ago
A couple has returned to the Tan Hill Inn in the Yorkshire Dales, where they got married, to celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary.
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Around 500 attend Bradford event celebrating the Prophet’s legacy
AROUND 1,000 people gathered in Bradford for an evening of reflection, poetry, music and praise
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'The fact that he can talk means that we can understand what he's thinking, right?' — Metro 2039 executive producer says the game's speaking protagonist is 'about him, his history' and his 'singular motivation'
Metro 2039 will feature a new speaking protagonist, The Stranger, which allowed 4A Games to tell a darker, more personal story.
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Metro 2039 creative director says the latest game engine allows 'billions of objects' compared to Metro Exodus' 30 million, but it requires some 'black magic of balancing' — 'We have almost endless limits'
Metro 2039 creative director Andriy Shevchenko has revealed that 4A Games' latest game engine allows "billions" of objects to create a dense, realistic world.
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Students urged to get free MenB jab before Freshers' Week
Nearly one million students are being urged to get a free NHS MenB vaccination before heading to university
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King Charles 'seismic with rage' as Beckhams invite Prince Andrew
King Charles was reportedly "seismic with rage" after the Beckhams invited Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to a birthday.
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The gains have been privatised and costs socialised of the water industry - Tracy Brabin
In the gothic auditorium of St George’s Church in Leeds, I sat alongside a hundred others in complete silence while a mother, Julie Maughan, spoke about her daughter. Heather Preen was just eight years old. Twelve days into a family holiday in Devon, the Preens went for a walk along the beach. Heather contracted the most aggressive strain of E. coli there is and, two weeks later, she was dead.
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UK homes face winter energy squeeze as Ofgem reveals 4% price cap rise
It marks the highest average bill since July 2023