News & Politics
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Fifth foreign firm pulls out of controversial Israeli cable car project to East Jerusalem
Rights groups say the planned 1.4km route, which ends at compound run by far-right settler group Elad, will displace Palestinians and reshape the cultural landscape
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'Our daughter was left untreated for 55 hours' - Baby died amid hospital neglect
“Unfortunately, as our daughter had been left untreated for 55 hours, it was too late to save our darling girl.”
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Teenager shares experience of hidden hearing loss that went undetected for years
A teenager has spoken out about living with hearing loss that went undetected for years.
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Alberta’s “no” to separation hands PM Mark Carney a unity win
Roughly three in four voters rejected starting a path toward separation, as Trump’s trade war and annexation threats push Canadians closer together.
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Firefighters voice growing concerns over water supplies to tackle UK wildfires
During a summer fire that destroyed homes in Stourbridge, low pressure meant filling a water carrier took 40 minutes
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Hockney’s wishes respected as ‘one of his last projects’ opens in Bradford
A GALLERY dedicated to the late David Hockney that is re-opening in Bradford this week was one of the final projects the artist was involved in.
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A First Nation community in Canada is using a data center to preserve its heritage
The Wiikwemkoong First Nation in Canada is using a data center to help preserve its heritage
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UK's biggest record fair returns to York with 200,000 records on offer
York Racecourse will host the UK’s biggest record fair on Sunday, November 1.
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University of Arizona sorority member alleges sexual assault at fraternity house
Student told the university’s police department that assault by two men occurred in August during a night of drinking
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Elon Musk ordered slowing down of Starlink access for Ukrainian army, say report
The Tesla billionaire had previously blamed Donald Trump for the decision
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Floods in southern France cause havoc, kill at least one
In Haute-Corse, a person went missing in Ghisonaccia on Tuesday evening; another was found dead in Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts in the Bouches-du-Rhône. #EuropeNews
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It's not just gas and groceries. Childcare costs weigh on some voters before the midterm elections
Rising childcare costs are a factor for parents weighing how to vote in November's midterm elections
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Fast-fashion giant Shein outperforms several Australian retailers on ethics, report says
Ghanda and Windsor Smith among lowest-rated in Baptist World Aid ethical fashion report based on metrics such as wages and sustainability
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Mariah Carey wins dismissal of brother’s defamation lawsuit over her memoir
Morgan Carey sued his sister over claims in her 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey, which he said falsely portrayed him as a violent drug dealer
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Human rights commission urges oversight of technology used in Latin American environmental crime
A human rights commission is calling for stronger oversight of technologies used by criminal groups in Latin America
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What happened inside court for man charged with Australian MP attack
BBC's Katy Watson describes what unfolded in Wangaratta as 43-year-old Brendan Nugent appeared before court over the alleged attack of Helen Haines.
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France protests live: French government to deploy military for protests this weekend
Hundreds of thousands of people protested this weekend over declining public services and rising cost-of-living pressures
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Nigeria confirms Ebola case as outbreak spreads into western Africa
Case in Africa’s most populous country was detected in a woman who had travelled from Uganda
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Scottish construction company placed into liquidation after HMRC court action
A Scottish design and construction company has been placed into liquidation
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Trump compares hecklers at North Carolina rally to rioters in Paris
Trump also went on a bizarre tangent about his daughter-in-law Lara Trump’s body while in Greenville Tuesday night
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Trump says he will have spent $400m to support Republicans in midterms – as it happened
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France is divided over who to blame for weekend riots
In France and beyond there is widespread disagreement over what led to some of the worst unrest seen in French cities in modern history.
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No bail for alleged Helen Haines attacker as police chief warns of Australia’s ‘febrile’ political environment
AFP commissioner says MPs are generally concerned about growing volume of abuse and intimidation
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Beau Lamarre-Condon allegedly played Taylor Swift’s No Body, No Crime during body disposal, court told
Friend of accused double murderer tells supreme court that van had lemony smell and blue tarp in back before Bunnings stop
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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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See the world in vertical: Top photos by AP photojournalists
Oct. 15 - Oct. 21, 2026
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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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Here's why Rubio is visiting a small Indian city home to world’s largest oil-refining complex
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting Jamnagar, India, home to one of the world's largest oil-refining complexes
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Rare green jobs boost offers fresh evidence in North Sea transition debate
The announcement from SSE adds fresh evidence to the debate over whether renewable energy can replace employment lost in the North Sea oil and gas sector
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UK inflation expected to have accelerated in September after fuel surge
The September inflation rate will be watched closely by economists as it is typically used to decide the level that many benefits will increase.
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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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A 'Treasury of Ice' goes on show, revealing relics as Swiss glaciers rapidly melt
The Glacier Garden in Lucerne is showcasing artifacts from Switzerland's glaciers in an exhibit called "Treasury of Ice."
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Bradford snooker halls and gaming lounges targeted in police crackdown
There were two arrests on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class B drugs and the recovery of 10 nitrous oxide canisters.
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'Tortured' Scottish king who pursued Union of the Crowns inspires new stage play
Playwright Rona Munro has revealed plans for a final instalment of The James Plays focusing on the Scottish king behind the 'Union of the Crowns'.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Burnham faces climate revolt' and 'Harry wants to fix feud'
Several papers lead on remarks from the Duke of Sussex yesterday, where he said he hoped to reconcile with his family.
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Don Jr. opposed Iran war and told his dad not to start one: report
Top administration figures, including Vice President JD Vance and CIA Director John Ratcliffe, also raised early concerns regarding the strategy and scope of the military effort
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The couple who won £1 million after 'scraping together' 80p from dole money
The life-changing win came after jobless Tommy used 80p from the remains of his dole money.
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Pakistan's factory workers swelter in extreme heat as global brands fail on safety pledges
Extreme heat intensified by climate change is creating dangerous conditions for factory workers in Pakistan
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Police officer ‘sexually assaulted three women at York nightclub’
A police officer has gone on trial accused of sexually assaulting three women at a York nightclub. Martin Brough, 44, is alleged to have sexually touched the women in separate incidents on the dance floor at Pop World in December 2024, York...
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Police charge accused Brendan Nugent with additional offences – as it happened
Independent MP’s condition remains critical on Wednesday after surgery to save her remaining leg
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Trump officials asked CISA to secretly hack a voting machine — and not disclose any vulnerabilities they found
CISA usually helps protect elections, but this time they were asked to help hack them
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Romanian PM and cabinet sworn in ending months of political deadlock
Independent diplomat Luca Niculescu wins parliamentary backing for a minority government, but analysts warn the calm may not last.
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Odds of fifth interest rate hike this year shorten as RBA deputy warns inflation outlook ‘worsening’
Andrew Hauser says central bank faces ‘hard choices’ as it looks to balance risks of entrenched inflation with desire to protect labour market
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‘I couldn’t afford to do job without them' - Councillor who claimed most expenses
A Bradford councillor says politicians need a "serious conversation" about pay and expenses after members’ claims fell year on year.
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A student protest movement has gripped Serbia for two years. This weekend it will try to take power
Unorthodox campaign is challenging the ruling party’s 12-year reign with a bold democratic experiment
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Ukraine war live: Trump puts pressure on Kyiv to ‘settle’ as rift escalates
Relations between Trump and Zelensky hit a new low after the US agreed a deal to purchase Russian diesel
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New Bradford musical earns 'next Billy Elliot' praise after sell-out performances
Salt the Musical wowed sold-out crowds in Saltaire, with audience members backing the show to reach bigger stages.
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'It is deeply concerning' - Bradford being one of hardest places to grow up in
The other areas in the bottom ten are Middlesbrough, Hounslow, Nottingham, Halton, Peterborough, Leicester, Liverpool, Sunderland and Medway.
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Whether `stringing' or `looping,' tobacco is the tie that binds many North Carolina farm families
It's called “stringing” or “looping,” depending on what part of North Carolina you're from
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California state workers launching 1-day strike over return-to-office mandate, pay and healthcare
California state workers will launch a one-day strike Wednesday, urging Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration to agree to a new contract that increases workers’ pay, ensures affordable healthcare access and allows more flexibility for remote work
