Arts & Culture
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Devastated family pay tribute to 'beautiful' teenager killed in River Wear crash
The devasted family of a ‘beautiful’ teenager who was tragically killed after an Audi plunged into the River Wear in Sunderland have paid tribute to her.
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Control Resonant composer says his 'synesthesia' allowed him to 'hear' Remedy's concept art which inspired Resonant's soundtrack — 'Those pictures have a "sound" in my head, and following those intuitional sources often bring me a few melodies, harmonies… a feeling'
Control Resonant composer Petri Alanko has revealed that he has synesthesia, which allows him to find inspiration by looking at Remedy's concept art.
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York designer named finalist in global design competition
York-based home decor designer Helen Reynolds who was crushed by an art teacher's comment at school has been named a finalist in the global Etsy Design Awards.
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CCTV image of man as woman reportedly chased after Bradford train journeys
Police have released CCTV images after a woman was reportedly stalked and harassed on train journeys in West Yorkshire.
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Video. New York hosts secret dîner en blanc with Parisian belle époque theme
Video. Thousands dressed in white gather at a secret New York location for Dîner en Blanc, an annual outdoor dinner with a Parisian Belle Époque theme.
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Crowds line street outside pub to pay tribute to 'one we'll never forget'
People lined the streets to pay their final respects to a much-loved member of the community.
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Hospitality heroes honoured in glittering York awards ceremony
Hospitality workers have been celebrated for their dedication and professionalism.
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Dolly Parton sings Jolene in Welsh in recording released after her death
Parton's niece Jada Star and Welsh singer Bronwen Lewis say the country artist was proud to sing in Welsh.
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Artefacts and art treasures in York under threat as climate costs laid bare
Artefacts and art works are under threat locally, a report laying bare the effects of climate change in York and North Yorkshire has found.
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Couple return to village church 60 years after Echo photographed their wedding
John and Jacky McLean married in Great Ayton on October 1, 1966, surrounded by family and friends, then held their reception at the Royal Oak.
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Row erupts over Cairo mural depicting Tutankhamun and Nefertiti with dark skin
Artwork created in Tahrir Square for Chinese president’s state visit to Egypt is painted over amid allegations it revived Afrocentric claims about Pharaohs’ origins
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What makes this Durham fish and chip shop one of the city's best-loved spots
Bell's Fish & Chips has become a Durham institution, earning rave reviews from locals and visitors alike for its traditional fish suppers.
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Wetherspoons to stage beer festivals at its pubs in York, Selby and nationally
Beer lovers are in for a treat at a special festival at Wetherspoons in York and across the country.
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'You have no idea what's going to happen' - The secret postcard auction supported by Tim Peake and Jilly Cooper
Perhaps the best bit about a secret auction is discovering which piece of art you’ve unwittingly acquired.
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Salon that opened less than a year ago up for best in Bradford award
A beauty therapist who opened her own salon less than a year ago says being shortlisted for the T&A Best Beauty Salon Award feels like a "full circle moment".
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Classic hits bring back memories for Boroughbridge care home residents
Musician Finlay Barrett provided an evening of music and nostalgia to residents and guests at Boroughbridge Manor care home.
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York care service deemed ‘unsafe’ as watchdog puts in special measures
A York care service has been placed in special measures after a watchdog deemed it “unsafe”.
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Read an extract from Exit Party by Emily St. John Mandel
In the opening to Emily St. John Mandel's new novel Exit Party, the October read for the New Scientist Book Club, we are introduced to Los Angeles in 2031, as a curfew lifts from the city
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Young Middlesbrough artists showcase work in shipping container gallery
A shipping container gallery is set to showcase the creative talent of young artists from Middlesbrough College.
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What does music look like? This British artist paints what he hears
Sounds can sometimes interrupt Andrew’s thoughts, but he sees synaesthesia as an inseparable part of his life. For British artist Jake Andrew, music has colour, shape and texture. His paintings capture what he sees when he hears it. Andrew...
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Rare Star Wars collection coming to North East exhibition for 50th anniversary
A major new exhibition celebrating 50 years of Star Wars will bring rare memorabilia, costumes and artefacts to the North East.
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How the botched execution of Christa Pike unfolded, by someone in the room
Those in the room report an hour-plus of what sounded like snoring coming from Pike
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Wetherspoons to stage beer festivals at its pubs in York, Selby and nationally
Beer lovers are in for a treat at a special festival at Wetherspoons in York and across the country.
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Five golden roses again for award-winning North Yorkshire bloom group
Thirsk and Sowerby in Bloom wins five Golden Roses for second year running, while founding member Kathleen Reynard receives the Community Champion Award in Thirsk.
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Classic hits bring back memories for Boroughbridge care home residents
Musician Finlay Barrett provided an evening of music and nostalgia to residents and guests at Boroughbridge Manor care home.
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Artefacts and art treasures in York under threat as climate costs laid bare
Artefacts and art works are under threat locally, a report laying bare the effects of climate change in York and North Yorkshire has found.
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She makes the clothes, he paints them. Meet the artistic duo creating fashion art for a new exhibition
She creates beautiful clothes, he paints portraits of people wearing them. Joan Murray and Luke Thompson talk to Stephanie Smith about their art meets fashion exhibition which opens in Skipton next week.
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Traditional Aunt Bessie given a ‘glow up’ in Yorkshire pudding rebrand
The well-known image of an elderly woman with tied hair stirring a bowl of batter has been replaced
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York care service deemed ‘unsafe’ as watchdog puts in special measures
A York care service has been placed in special measures after a watchdog deemed it “unsafe”.
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Latest Celebrity Traitors updates including start date, lineup and new twists
There are 21 famous faces heading to Scotland's Ardross Castle for the new series of Celebrity Traitors.
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Major new nightclub and music venue opens in Leeds city centre
The venue enjoyed a huge launch
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How Tennessee's failed execution of Christa Pike unfolded, minute-by-minute
Christa Pike was scheduled to be executed
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Bill Nighy named best host at British Podcast Awards
The actor has become an agony uncle in what award organisers called an "irresistibly endearing series".
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A plumber and a dentist are praised as heroes in FlyDubai near-disaster
A plumber, a dentist and others are being hailed as heroes after a dramatic incident on a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv
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The top photos of the day by AP's photojournalists
From front page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today's top photos, chosen by Associated Press photo editors.
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'Life blew up overnight' - Women share breast cancer experiences in photo project
Photographer Laura Slater has captured the experiences of women living with, through and beyond breast cancer for a powerful new exhibition. Laura Reid reports.
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Family of Renee Good files wrongful death lawsuit over ICE shooting
Mother and poet, 37, shot dead by federal immigration agent in Minneapolis in January, sparking wave of public protest
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Russia targets busy Pivdennyi bridge in central Kyiv
The Pivdennyi bridge came under fire as a metro train was travelling across - the first such attack on Kyiv's bridges.
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Photos shows the highlights at Moscow's Fashion Week
Models showcased collections at Moscow Fashion Week that brought runway shows from hundreds of Russian and international designers.
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Major global news moments of September, in AP photos
From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery features compelling images from around the world published by The Associated Press in September.
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José Sevilla resigns as Unicaja chair and declines to remain at the bank
José Sevilla will step down as Unicaja chairman in April 2027 after deciding not to seek a new term, but will retain his non-executive role at the Málaga-based bank until then. José Sevilla, chairman of Unicaja, has announced his decision...
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Earth’s geographic poles wander more than we had thought
A phenomenon known as true polar wander, different to the movement of the magnetic poles, may be more common and more dramatic than previously known
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Thousands gather in Skipton to celebrate 14th annual 'fantastic' Yarndale festival
Thousands of visitors from across the UK and around the world gathered in Skipton for two days of woolly creativity.
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Mayor says ‘dictator’ comparison by North Yorkshire councillor was ‘offensive’
York and North Yorkshire Mayor David Skaith has hit back after a senior North Yorkshire councillor compared the growing powers of elected mayors to those of a dictator. The Labour mayor said he found the comments “offensive” and...
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Consultation on pedestrianisation of historic city street agreed
A public consultation is set to be requested on the long-running debate over pedestrianising one of Ripon’s most historic streets. Members of North Yorkshire Council’s Skipton and Ripon Area Committee today backed a proposal asking for a...
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The York Dungeon to open a tattoo studio for one night only
This October, The York Dungeon’s Torture Room will open as a tattoo studio for one night only. It is to celebrate the attraction‘s brand-new Halloween show Mother Shipton: The Great Prophetess. On Wednesday 21 October, those brave enough to...
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Crew called to flat fire in York
A crew was called after a fire alarm activated in York flats last night (Wednesday). Firefighters from Easingwold, on standby in the city. went to Percy’s Lane at7.13pm. A North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service spokesperson said: “On...
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Legendary medieval monastery with ‘international importance’ found on Scottish island
Lios Mòr monastery was once ‘a thriving centre of worship, craftsmanship and learning’
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Video. Young martial artists train in China’s ancient mountain schools
A range of mountains in central China has become a top destination for students eager to learn Taoist martial arts. In this part of the Wudang range, young practitioners train in tai chi and kung fu at schools set among temples and forested...
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Christa Pike: What is pentobarbital and why did Biden ban the lethal injection drug?
Christa Pike, 50, remained alive and loudly snoring after the attempted lethal injection