August 2026
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Man could have killed 4 people after car mounted pavement in Bradford city centre
A driver who could have killed four men during a shocking incident in Bradford city centre has been jailed.
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Former commissioner Tim Finchem donates $13 million as PGA Tour reshapes its charity strategy
Former PGA Tour commissioner Tim Finchem and his wife are donating $13 million to PGA Tour Charities as the tour reshapes its charity strategy amid so much attention on profit and earnings
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Former Illinois sheriff’s deputy who killed Sonya Massey in her home dies aged 32
Sean Grayson, who was diagnosed with stage three colon cancer in 2023, was serving a 20-year sentence for second-degree murder
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US strikes another boat in eastern Pacific, killing two, Pentagon says
U.S. forces have struck another vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing two people the Pentagon says were trafficking drugs
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Glorifying dangerous driving is ‘truly reprehensible’, Burnham says after A66 crash
Andy Burnham made the comments as the Government urged TikTok and other social media firms to remove wrong-way driving videos.
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Economists don't expect reopening the US to Mexican cattle imports to reduce high beef prices
The U.S. is reopening a border crossing in Arizona to cattle from Mexico as part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to reduce near-record-high beef prices
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Image released after burglary in village near York
Police investigating a burglary want to trace this woman. It happened at about 3pm on Saturday 4 July on Main Street, Escrick. A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “While nothing was taken from the property, officers are keen to...
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Air ambulance sent out following crash on M62 - emergency services issue statement
Emergency services were called to a collision on the M62 on Saturday evening.
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Motorists warned of severe delays on major road into York
Motorists have been warned of severe traffic delays on the A64 into York.
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Yorkshire motorway reopens after closure with animals reported on the road
Lanes were closed and queues formed on the M1 northbound between junction 40 for the A638 Wakefield Road and junction 41 for Carrgate.
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Distracted Italian pedestrians who cross road while on phone could be fined under new code
Updated draft highway code follows several court rulings assigning blame for road accidents to careless pedestrians
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‘One of the most beautiful phones I’ve ever tested’: Oppo’s latest mid-ranger is a hit thanks to its stunning looks, vibrant display, and impressive cameras — but one thing holds it back
I’d recommend Oppo’s latest mid-range phone to anyone if it wasn’t for this one thing — here’s why.
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DPD issues notice to anyone printing labels for parcel delivery
DPD has given advice to customers printing labels for its parcel service to ensure a successful delivery
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Up to £464m ‘moved through more than 3,000 UK high street shell companies’
Research shows firms are branded as beauty and convenience but apparently operate in money-laundering and terrorist financing sectors
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Burnham commits to Starmer’s EU red lines in blow to rejoin hopes
The prime minister has promised to be ‘bolder’ than his predecessor in taking the UK back to the heart of Europe but Downing Street refused to provide a ‘running commentary’ on discussions
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Countryfile presenter of 25 years opens up on difficulties - 'it's not looking good'
A Countryfile icon has opened up on difficulties and has said "it's not looking good".
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This tree witnessed one of America’s bloodiest battles. Now it’s fighting to survive
A scarred but majestic live oak at a Revolutionary War battlefield in South Carolina is getting a new lease on life
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French election 2027: Poll puts Mélenchon in contention for run-off
Eight months before the presidential election, Jean-Luc Mélenchon is surging in the polls. The LFI leader could now reach the run-off, while the left is split between his bid and the alternative championed by Raphaël Glucksmann. #EuropeNews
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Fly-tipping fears as new Durham fridge and freezer rules introduced
Residents have criticised a new Durham County Council rule requiring permits to dispose of fridges and freezers, warning it could lead to more…
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Harrogate Mumbler celebrates 15th anniversary
Harrogate Mumbler is celebrating 15 years of helping local parents find activities, businesses and friendship.
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The hidden school costs parents are paying more than £15,000 extra for
Sports clubs are costing parents hundreds a year, research shows
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Morrisons - Fly-tipped waste in Bradford supermarket car park sparks health concerns
An incident of fly-tipping has sparked health and safety concerns in a busy supermarket car park.
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Review: One of music's must-see live acts delivers 'joyous, playful experience'
I DIDN'T know much about Public Service Broadcasting, but I liked their name. Being a bit late to the party, I had to do some homework on the…
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Undersea cable to Antarctica through Drake Passage is viable, researchers find — 1,600km route to Chile could spell an end to research data leaving in 'suitcases full of hard drives'
The $370 million to $620 million system would double as a seafloor sensor array.
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'Normal Yorkshire lad' becomes first Briton to die fighting for Putin in Ukraine
A self-proclaimed “Yorkshire lad” has become the first Briton to die fighting for Vladimir Putin against Ukraine.
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Warning to holidaymakers after major fire at car park
A man has been arrested on suspision of arson over the fire, which happened at Caldryne Business Park in Rowfant
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Leeds Bradford Airport’s night flight shake-up - what’s really changing?
LEEDS Bradford Airport is taking the next step in a major transformation to night flights
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Pannal Gala this weekend | Harrogate Informer
Back by popular demand Pannal Cricket Gala will be on Sun 30 August 2026
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'We will stand alongside them' - North Yorkshire Police pay tribute after A66 crash
North Yorkshire Police have paid tribute to two police officers who were killed in a crash that took place over the weekend.
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Video. Latest news bulletin | August 24th, 2026 – Midday
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 24th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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South Korea says US cancelled joint marine drills over Iran war
The cancellation follows US President Donald Trump's order last week to scale down the separate annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises, cutting the joint drills from 11 days to five.
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New shop plans for medieval building unveiled by established York retailer
A new shop could be coming to York under plans from an established city retail business selling locally-made goods.
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Over a million people have clicked LinkedIn's "seems like AI slop" button in just a few weeks - so why is my feed still full of it?
The battle against LinkedIn AI slop is going well
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Cyclist suffers serious injuries in North Yorkshire village crash
The county's police force said it happened around 12.30pm on Sunday, August 2 in Busby Lane, Great Busby.
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Teen Yorkshire gymnast who is enjoying a ‘crazy year’ owes it all to Harrogate Gymnastics
A talented 13-year-old Harrogate gymnast has been chosen to train at a prestigious GB five-day development camp this week.
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Shein seeks $27bn valuation in stock market debut
The online retail giant – known for selling extremely cheap clothes – has been planning to float since 2023
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Man who died in Middlesbrough car crash filmed himself joyriding
The government has asked social media platforms to remove content featuring a dangerous driving trend
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Welsh folklore ‘ugly’ house goes on sale for £199,000 – but neighbours aren’t happy
Tŷ Hyll was constructed from boulders weighing up to three tonnes
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UK minister urges social media firms to remove dangerous driving videos
Defence minister Luke Pollard says "there's no place" for social media trend showing people driving the wrong way down roads.
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Britain’s rarest bird successfully rears six chicks in secret location
The species was placed on the ‘red list’ of birds most at risk in 2021
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Where is the farm from Our Yorkshire Farm and Our Farm Next Door with Amanda Owen?
Where exactly is Ravenseat Farm, and just how remote is the place made famous by Amanda, Clive and their nine children?
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Cirque du Soleil acrobat sues circus for $16 million after breaking 11 bones in fall
‘At first, we all thought it was part of the show,’ one spectator said, after the incident in Portland, Oregon
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The ascent of autonomous attacks and the race to contain them
How businesses can defend against autonomous AI-powered cyberattacks
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Cyclist suffers serious injuries in North Yorkshire village crash
The county's police force said it happened around 12.30pm on Sunday, August 2 in Busby Lane, Great Busby.
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Swinton band woman skydives in memory of 'amazing best friend'
A WOMAN is doing a skydive next week in memory of a friend who died following a 'long and courageous' fight with cancer.
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Two dead and others missing after Tunisian migrant boat travelling to Europe capsized
A boat carrying migrants has capsized off southern Tunisia, leaving at least two people dead
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Iran faces 'greatest financial offensive ever', says US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
Scott Bessent says the US will sever all economic ties with the country and that any nation partnering with Iran financially will also be isolated.
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Horses at Bradford business as police seek owners - do you know who they belong to?
Police are appealing for help to trace the owners of horses found in Bradford.
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'No place like Halkidiki': Travellers give their vote of confidence
There is "nowhere like Halkidiki" say locals and more than a million foreign tourists each year, yet geopolitical shifts in the past five years have changed who visits the area – an on-the-ground report by Euronews.
