Arts & Culture
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France has a proud tradition of protesting, and sometimes people lose their heads
France is known for its vibrant protest culture, where activism is seen as a social duty and part of the national identity
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New chapter draws crowds to popular pub once visited by David Cameron
Diners have since left a series of positive reviews, praising the food, friendly service and welcoming atmosphere.
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Photos show fire walks and vegetarian meals at the Nine Emperor Gods Festival
Celebrations for the Nine Emperor Gods Festival took place across Southeast Asia, with ritual fire walks, dishes of vegetarian food and the burning of massive joss sticks.
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Harrogate Carol Services 2026: Nine Lessons, 23 and 24 Dec
Ripon Cathedral's Nine Lessons and Carols is 23 and 24 December at 5.30pm; the first tickets have gone. Royal Hall Christmas concerts 12 and 19 Dec, from £15.
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Expressing Resistance and Self-Determination Through Dance
French dance artist Nach named new Valeska Gert Visiting Professor / Opening event on October 28, 2026, at Akademie der Künste
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University of Arizona student alleges she was sexually assaulted by 2 men at fraternity house
A sorority member at the University of Arizona has alleged she was sexually assaulted by two men at a fraternity house in late August
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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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Burnham and Sultan of Oman set to sign new investment agreement at Downing Street
Burnham believes the relationship between Britain and Oman is ‘a friendship which generates real benefits’
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Ali G is back. But is Sacha Baron Cohen's character past its sell-by date?
Borat and Bruno creator Sacha Baron Cohen returns as Ali G, more than two decades after the release of Ali G Indahouse.
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Written originally for Lincoln, 'Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing' now revered as Black National Anthem
In 34 lines, James Weldon Johnson told of the pain, anguish, frustration, faith and hope former slaves and their descendants experienced in a land and country they were forced to call home
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Rare sketch of young Queen Elizabeth goes up for auction
The late monarch sat for the portrait when she was just six or seven
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Major art & antiques fair of the autumn is coming to Harrogate – free tickets
The hugely popular Pavilions of Harrogate Decorative Antiques & Fine Art Fair will take place this autumn from November 13th–15th.
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Scotland asks public to design £1.4m memorial of Queen Elizabeth
Cabinet Secretary for Education, Culture and Gaelic Màiri McAllan said Queen Elizabeth had a ‘special place’ in the hearts of many Scots
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Santa Monica’s iconic pier sign coming down after 85 years
The historic blue neon Santa Monica Pier sign, which has welcomed generations of tourists since 1941, will be removed beginning Tuesday
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Galax teases exceedingly extra RTX 5090 edition covered in Swarovski crystals
These stones ain't no friends of mine.
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I accidentally severed my finger with a butter knife as I panicked in a messed-up game of Five Finger Fillet
Take Five Finger Fillet and times it by a hundred.
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The Sedgefield-born star behind Sherlock, Game of Thrones and Doctor Who
Born in Sedgefield, Mark Gatiss has become one of Britain's most successful writers, actors and producers, with acclaimed roles and credits spanning Sherlock, Doctor Who, Dracula and Game of Thrones.
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County Durham pumpkin patch offers 37 varieties including Warty Goblin and Polar Bear
From giant carving pumpkins to ghostly white gourds and wart-covered Halloween favourites, visitors to a popular County Durham pumpkin patch have been spoilt for choice this autumn.
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Honour for North East engineer who helped turn an ambitious Metro dream into reality
Today’s Object of the Week is a modest new addition to a familiar North East station, remembering a remarkable man whose vision changed the way generations travelled.
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Where does the ‘extreme male brain’ sit in our better understanding of autism?
Simon Baron-Cohen’s influential research helped pin autism as a particularly male condition. As studies increasingly broaden our view of autism, has his perspective changed?
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Number of Edinburgh smokers drops by 49 per cent in a decade
The number of people who smoke in Edinburgh has almost halved in the last decade, according to new figures.
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First look inside North Yorkshire's new Sicilian wine bar as Veeno opens its doors
A new Italian wine bar serving family-produced Sicilian wines and traditional dishes has opened in North Yorkshire.
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Significantly greater infestation by oak processionary moths
In the spring and summer of 2026, there were closures due to the oak processionary moth. The Pflanzenschutzamt counted nearly twice as many affected sites as in 2025. A new strategy is being developed.
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Seven of the North East's best cosy bookshops to visit this autumn
Whether you're searching for a rare first edition, the latest bestseller or a cosy spot to spend a rainy afternoon, the North East has some of the best independent bookshops for every reader to enjoy this autumn.
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TV star George Clarke names North East bakery 'one of the best' he's ever visited
TV star George Clarke has praised Pure Knead Bakery in Newcastle as one of the best he has ever visited.
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Spanish floods: Orange alerts remain as Storm Adam death toll hits five
Spain’s weather agency AEMET has warned of rainfall and storm hazards persisting in popular tourist hotspots
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Why are we not building more bungalows to ease the housing crisis? - Yorkshire Post Letters
From: Richard Watson FRICS, Leeds.
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BBC presenter and author's Bradford visit hailed as a 'magical evening'
Organisers praised BBC presenter Reeta Chakrabarti's Brontë Birthplace appearance as a “magical evening” that drew warm feedback from visitors.
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Venice Biennale art exhibition Shame Parade to open on Isle of Bute
Scotland’s Venice Biennale exhibition, Shame Parade, will open at Mount Stuart on the Isle of Bute in April 2027 before touring the UK and Europe.
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Actor Christina Applegate reveals she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis
The Married … with Children actor says the news is ‘unnerving’ and ‘really confusing’
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Taste of Sicily arrives as new Italian wine bar opens in North Yorkshire town
A taste of Sicily has arrived in the heart of a North Yorkshire town with the launch of a new Italian wine bar that has created 10 new jobs.
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Woman's 3-year wait for donor organ exposes complexity of US transplant system
It turned out that Katherine Screws' local OPO had made nine offers for her during 2024 that were all rejected
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Taste of Sicily arrives as new Italian wine bar opens in North Yorkshire town
A taste of Sicily has arrived in the heart of a North Yorkshire town with the launch of a new Italian wine bar that has created 10 new jobs.
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Keepers 'devastated' and visitors 'gutted' as beloved North East otter dies aged 17
Beloved otter Musa has died aged 17 at Washington Wetlands Centre, prompting emotional tributes from keepers and visitors.
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'I thought I was going to die': Mother strangled and held captive by childhood friend
A mother was strangled and punched by her friend when he "trapped" her in his flat overnight - after inviting her in for a brew.
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Hundreds of creative projects leave lasting legacy across North East city
UK Shared Prosperity Fund backed 430+ creative projects in Sunderland, reaching 1.5m people with arts, heritage, workshops and wellbeing benefits across Wearside.
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Royal family welcome Sultan of Oman to Windsor for historic state visit
Charles, Camilla, William and Kate have greeted the Sultan in the pouring rain
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We’re not backing away from Jackdaw and Rosebank decisions, says Andy Burnham
The PM was speaking during a visit to Motherwell.
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Demi Adejuyigbe Thinks You Should Only Post 3 Times a Day
The comedian sees being online as similar to visiting the zoo. “I don’t need to interact with that,” he says. “It’s just a thing that I enjoy, and then I walk away.”
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Edinburgh Winter Festival names Halo as new sponsor for Christmas and Hogmanay events
Software company Halo will sponsor Edinburgh’s Christmas and Hogmanay, backing free festive events, a new opening concert and community tickets.
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Harrogate's business community praised for its 'incredible community spirit'
"It's inspiring to see how the Big Harrogate Sleepout continues to grown and to see such a great turnout”
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Summerhall developers must 'guarantee' future arts space, councillor demands
AMA managing director Dr Ali Afshar has been asked to outline how much of the site’s “arts and creative floorspace” would be retained.
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Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association appoints new chief executive
Meaghan Lyons appointed chief executive of Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association (RSPBA), relocating to Glasgow in January 2027 after 30 years in pipe banding.
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Metrocentre half-term events from big-top circus, Nintendo fun and wizarding magic
Find out what's on at Gateshead's Metrocentre this half-term, from circus shows and gaming to Halloween activities.
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Woman, 20, ‘harassed’ by man in white van as she walked along York streets
A lone 20-year-old woman was "harassed" by a man in a white van as she walked along streets in Clifton, York, police have said.
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The mysterious Spanish ‘Women’s Cave’ used for 24,000 years for sacred rituals
The ancient site near Valencia is one of the oldest sacred places in the world
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The Ivy opening two new North East restaurants in historic former bank building
The Ivy Newcastle Brasserie and The Ivy Asia will bring luxury dining, sushi and striking interiors to Grey Street.
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Woman, 20, ‘harassed’ by man in white van as she walked along York streets
A lone 20-year-old woman was "harassed" by a man in a white van as she walked along streets in Clifton, York, police have said.
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Face of man who died in Roman Scotland 2,000 years ago revealed
The man's bones provided a grisly eye into his life - and death
