August 2026
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History of Selby's War Memorial Hospital to be explored in upcoming talk
Selby Civic Society will host its next speaker event in September, exploring the history of Selby’s War Memorial Hospital.
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York businesses warned of autumn cash flow crisis as tax deadlines loom
Small and medium-sized businesses are being warned to prepare for an autumn cash flow crisis, according to accountancy firm Azets.
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Three Secret Service officials have been placed on administrative leave pending investigation
Three U.S. Secret Service officials have been placed on administrative leave , pending the outcome of an investigation by the agency’s professional standards office
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Scarborough Sunrise Walk marks 18 years of fundraising for hospice care
Saint Catherine’s has launched its annual Sunrise Walk, now in its 18th year, taking place in Scarborough next month.
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Typhoon Narra: record flood waters submerge homes and force mass evacuations in China
Heavy rain expected in parts of Vietnam and southern China, as another storm system, Typhoon Saudel, heads for Japan and Taiwan
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Ainsley Harriott - Shoppers left to wait 3 hours for celebrity chef after admin error
Shoppers were left disappointed after a visit by a celebrity chef to a Bradford supermarket did not pan out as they had hoped.
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Your questions sought on upcoming budget and council tax amid challenges facing York
People have been urged to submit their questions about City of York Council's upcoming budget.
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'Renovator's dream' six-bed Victoria townhouse to go under the hammer
A Grade II listed York townhouse described as a 'renovator's dream home' is set to go to auction next week.
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In a divided America, the left and right unite to oppose artificial intelligence data centers
In the small Nebraska village of Murdock, now-paused plans for two potential data centers have sparked the kinds of debates that have raged in cities and towns across the country — and often cut across ideological lines
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Care home opens its doors for family fete in aid of Malton hospital
Manor Park Care Home in Old Malton is opening its doors for a day of traditional fun and fundraising.
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Former detective says Tupac murder suspect was gang 'shot caller' who had final say in shooting
A former Compton gang detective testifies that Duane “Keffe D” Davis was a high-ranking “shot caller” in the South Side Compton Crips
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Inquest opens following death of chef in huge crash on major Bradford road last month
An inquest has opened into the death of a man who died in a crash on a major Bradford road.
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Major medical conference set to bring more than £600,000 to Harrogate
Harrogate Convention Centre has secured the 2027 contract to host the 14th Meeting of the International Society of Systemic Autoinflammatory…
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NHS failing child sex abuse victims, say psychiatrists
There have been decades of mistreatment and mismanagement of those who seek help later in life, say experts in a new, damning report.
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Man jailed after ruining woman's life with 'dominating and controlling' behaviour
A stalker has been jailed after he bombarded his victim with messages and “ruined” her life.
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How Emmerdale star and 'lucky sausage' help brides have sunny wedding days
Despite the recent hot and dry weather, brides are leaving nothing to chance and the quirky tradition of burying a sausage the night before their…
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Councillor speaks out over major roadwork project in York suburb
A councillor has reassured the public after communication issues have caused issues for a major roadworks project in a York suburb.
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Antisemitism royal commission ends hearings but delays report to avoid ‘distraction’ from Bondi anniversary
Commissioner Virginia Bell resists push to extend antisemitism inquiry noting need for timely recommendations
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Man on trial for Daphne Caruana Galizia murder claims he was framed
Yorgen Fenech tells jury he had nothing to do with killing and alleges top adviser to Malta’s then PM was instigator
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Families invited to enjoy cycling activities as Tour of Britain hits Beverley
Beverley Westwood is set to host a variety of cycling-based activities for families as part of the 2026 Lloyds Tour of Britain.
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Much loved North Yorkshire restaurant saved after liquidation transfer
The company behind the much-loved Caramba Brazilian Steakhouse restaurants in York and Selby has gone into liquidation but a transfer to new owners…
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Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around York this week
Here's a list of the cheapest garages in York, according to petrolprices.com.
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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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Fears for ‘gregarious’ local celebrity Sammy the elephant seal in Victorian bird flu hotspot
Seals and sea lions often communicate by touch and share spaces with wild birds, placing them at risk of infection from H5N1 virus
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Iran-US war live: Trump threatens new strikes on nuclear site
‘We are watching every square inch of the Strait,’ Trump says as he claims all mines in the waterway have been destroyed
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Father and sons keep a traditional charcoal craft alive, in photos
Mehmet Durak and his two sons work together at a family-run charcoal production site in the forests of Turkey’s Kocaeli province. There, they tend earthen kilns as hardwood slowly turns into charcoal.
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Suburban Rail Loop: Victorian government secretly increased public transport fares to help pay for controversial SRL
Labor put ‘levy on all public transport fares in metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria’ since January 2025, auditor-general says
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Chinese artist sentenced to 3 years in prison over satirical Mao artworks
A Chinese court has sentenced artist Gao Zhen to three years in prison for "infringing upon the reputation of heroes" through his satirical art
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Productivity Commission says ‘line was crossed’ when WA premier labelled them ‘east coast clowns’ over GST
Commissioner Angela Jackson also said it was ‘disappointing’ that Anthony Albanese had ruled out changes to Western Australia’s GST arrangements
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Xiaomi will now let you pre-order its first NAS — and at a surprisingly attractive price for customers everywhere
An affordable, capable option, but restricted to the mainland
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Trump endorsement helps boost Darline Graham in South Carolina primary to replace her late brother in US Senate – live
The sister of late South Carolina senator Lindsey Graham is projected to win a special Republican primary election to replace her brother on the November ballot for a full Senate term
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Tributes pour in after country music legend Dolly Parton, 80, dies following ‘brief battle with cancer’ – latest updates
Reba McEntire, Lily Tomlin, Dionne Warwick, Kacey Musgraves, Donald Trump and others mourn star’s death
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Police arrest a California man after finding a guillotine near the US Capitol
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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Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP runoff to replace her late brother
The Trump-backed political newcomer defeated Ralph Norman in Tuesday’s special Republican primary runoff
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San Diego Padres minor league coach released after ICE detention
Oswaldo Pirela, who works as a catching coordinator, returned home to his relatives on Monday
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Billionaire investor says he used AI to write critique of former mentee Scott Bessent
Stanley Druckenmiller said he was ‘proud of using it’ as wider media grapples with parameters around AI use
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How a Chinese film shot in dialect is finding a global audience
"Dear You," a film shot in a southern Chinese dialect, has become a hit in China
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US military says it killed four in strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean
The U.S. military has attacked another boat suspected of being used to smuggle drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing four people
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From Los Angeles to Nashville, fans remember Dolly Parton, in photos
Fans across the country are mourning Dolly Parton, gathering at makeshift memorials and other places to celebrate the beloved singer, songwriter and philanthropist who died Tuesday in Nashville at 80.
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US halts all immigrant visa applications amid tightening restrictions
Move by state department to limit access is part of Trump’s crackdown on both lawful and undocumented immigration
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Ukraine war live: Mystery as military plane ‘carrying CIA director’ leaves Moscow
Flightradar 24 tracked the plane leaving Moscow on Tuesday
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Elton John, Oprah Winfrey and Paul McCartney offer Dolly Parton tributes
The tributes have included artists across musical genres, fans from all generations and politicians from all spectrum sharing their love for the country icon.
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From Hasan Piker to Jesse Watters, El-Sayed seeks to focus on affordability amid scrutiny from both sides
Democratic Senate candidate for Michigan distances himself from Twitch streamer and debates Fox News host
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Blood Moon partial lunar eclipse: How and when to see it in UK skies
The Moon could glow an eerie red in the early hours of Friday but cloud cover may spoil the spectacle for some parts of the UK.
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India's Ringg gets backing from Peak XV as it pushes voice AI past the phone call | TechCrunch
Ringg has raised $10 million from Peak XV as a part of its Series A extension.
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Man died in burnt-out car in North Yorkshire after fire likely started by cigarette
A 25-year-old man was found dead in a burnt-out car in North Yorkshire after a fire likely started by a cigarette, an inquest heard.
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UK weather: Met Office warnings in force amid thunderstorm and flood risk
Torrential downpours will affect parts of England and Wales, delivering some of the wettest weather in several weeks
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The Best Early Labor Day Kitchen Deals for Busy Fall Days
I found discounts on WIRED-tested tools that make school mornings, weeknight meals, and cool-weather baking a little easier.
