News & Politics
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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
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Fire service serving Bradford inspected - here's what the outcome was
It was the service’s fourth inspection of its effectiveness, efficiency and staff support.
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Moment giant fin whale caught feeding off Pembrokeshire coast
Videographer Rhys Morgan captured footage of the worlds second largest whale lunge feeding on his drone.
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Millions of pensioners could see weekly state pension rise to £250.70 from April
The full new state pension could rise from £241.30 to £250.70 a week from April 2027, taking the annual payout to £13,036.40.
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Police called to incident at York bank
Police were called to a York bank after an incident that took place this lunchtime.
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Millions of pensioners could see weekly state pension rise to £250.70 from April
The full new state pension could rise from £241.30 to £250.70 a week from April 2027, taking the annual payout to £13,036.40.
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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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Two men rushed to hospital after 'industrial accident' at Leeds unit
The men were seriously hurt
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'I struggled at school, now I run a studio with more than 1,000 glowing reviews'
Lewis Millard had dreamed about running his own business since he was 14
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UK fighter jets to fly 'defensive' missions to help protect Saudi
British Defence Secretary Wes Streeting branded Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia as "absolutely despicable and dangerous for the region." #EuropeNews
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King Charles heaps praise on Prince William after bombshell Prince Harry interview
The King spoke proudly about William as he hosted Sultan Haitham bin Tarik al Said at the start of his state visit
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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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Polymarket removes contract allowing users to wager on fate of Cornell students accused of rape
Polymarket has removed a contract from its prediction market platform that allowed users to wager on whether any of the seven men accused of raping a Cornell student in 2024 will be charged with a felony sex crime
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‘I forgot to pay’: Victoria’s premier Ben Carroll drives off without paying for petrol, sparking police inquiries
After being contacted by officers, politician says, he has paid bill and is ‘grateful for the team at the servo for their understanding’
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Tighter rules planned to protect people from botched cosmetic surgery
There will be restrictions on who can carry out procedures and fines for those who flout the law, in England in 2027.
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Celebrity exorcist priest to take one-year 'media fast' after meeting with Denver archbishop
A prominent Catholic exorcist in Denver is pausing public speaking and interviews at the request of his archbishop
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Instacart to pay $5m after being accused of discriminating against US workers
Trump has sought to crack down on what he says are widespread abuses of foreign worker visa programs
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I’m an economist. US inequality is getting worse in ways you might not expect
Recent policy changes have shifted different kinds of costs on to low- and middle-income earners, while leaving the wealthy relatively unscathed
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Guatemalan man sentenced to 30 years for smuggling tragedy that killed 53 people in Texas
Federal prosecutors say a Guatemalan man who was extradited to the U.S. to face charges related to a smuggling attempt that left 53 migrants dead was sentenced to 30 years in prison Tuesday
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30 mins less on this activity daily lowers your risk of several cancers, experts say
A quarter of American adults are sitting for eight hours a day on average
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Trump’s tumbling poll numbers leave CNN data guru stunned
‘I mean this is a five-alarm Trumpster fire, that’s what we’re talking about,” CNN Chief Data Analyst Harry Enten said
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Amazon to create 30,000 jobs for young people by 2030
The move comes amid a push from the Government to help reduce the number of so-called Neets.
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Even Mike Lindell is worried about Trump’s health
Trump has faced growing scrutiny over his health after appearing to doze off at several public events and being photographed with bruised hands and swollen ankles
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Man City 5-1 AEK Athens: Phil Foden 'going in right direction' after five star showing
Phil Foden's magnificent man-of-the-match display in Manchester City's Champions League win against AEK Athens serves as a reminder of his talent and ability to influence games.
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Prince Harry wants to repair relationship with father and brother
Noor Nanji breaks down Prince Harry's interview with GQ Magazine, after he said he wants to "reconcile" with his family.
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Florida kills 77-year-old man in state’s 18th execution of year
Vietnam veteran William Reaves executed by lethal injection despite letter from fellow veterans urging halt
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MPs call for firefighting planes to combat UK wildfire threat
“Britain needs a cultural shift that puts us in step with fire-savvy nations such as Australia,’ Efra chairman Alistair Carmichael said
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Vehicle said to have 'rolled' after crash in York and police close road
The incident is said to have happened in Malton Road, Huntington this evening (Tuesday, October 20).
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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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Elon Musk says Tesla-SpaceX merger being considered
Musk says special committees within both companies have been formed to look at a possible mega-merger.
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Labour MP suspended after questions over Covid bounceback loan
Perran Moon MP said that he fully intended to repay the loan but that his business ceased trading due to ‘external market pressures’
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Beijing blasts US sanctions on 5 Chinese firms tied to ex-Google engineer
Beijing has expressed strong opposition to U.S. sanctions on five Chinese companies linked to a former Google engineer accused of intellectual property theft
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Man ordered to pay more than £2,000 for act after getting parking ticket
A man was ordered to pay £2,270 in fines and costs after he threw a parking fine notice on the ground in Cornwall. Stephen Lang, of St Martins Crescent, Camborne, was found guilty of littering at Exchequer Quay car park in Penryn on 20 November 2025. The court heard that the 58-year-old was issued with a penalty charge notice after his vehicle was found parked outside a marked bay. Lang approached the officer and challenged the notice before removing it from the vehicle and throwing it to the ground. The officer picked up the notice and placed it back on the vehicle before Lang removed it again and threw it in her direction. Lang was issued with a £250 Fixed Penalty Notice for littering, which he failed to pay despite a reminder. He was ordered to pay a £250 fine, £1920.90 in costs and a £100 victim surcharge.
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Champions League sets new goals record this season
It was goals galore again in the Champions League on Tuesday, with the competition setting a new record this season.
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Funds from sale of former Gambian ruler's US property to be used to compensate victims
Gambian authorities have received funds from the sale of a U.S. property owned by former ruler Yahya Jammeh
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How the UK's hottest summer has affected autumn leaves
The UK's hottest summer on record has caused some trees to shed their leaves early, but experts say spectacular autumn colours could still be on the way.
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Indigenous voters in Brazil's Amazon fear missing runoff after court denies transportation
Indigenous communities in the Brazilian Amazon fear they won't be able to vote in Sunday’s election runoff due to transportation issues
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Millions of UK households heading into winter in energy debt, new figures show
Around 3.4 million households – nearly one in eight – are in debt to their supplier, owing an estimated £750 million, or an average of £220 each
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Man, 26, charged with murder after death of woman in Manchester
Lawrence Johnson is due to appear at Manchester Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday
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Second Labour MP suspended over Covid loan repayments
Perran Moon, MP for Camborne and Redruth, voluntarily referred himself for investigation.
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Cornell’s Jane Doe sent a letter to faculty leaders saying she felt ‘unsupported’
Jane Doe said comments made by Cornell’s president ‘diminished’ her confidence in the university’s administration
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Popular Disney event in Florida already sold out for Thanksgiving
The event requires a separate ticket, as regular admission, Park Hopper tickets and annual passes aren’t valid
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Elon Musk is on Democrats’ ‘list’ to target if they win midterms: report
The world’s richest man has reportedly poured in hundreds of millions of dollars to support Republican candidates in the midterms as Democrats gain ground in several red states
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Michael Bloomberg spends $80m on Democrats as Trump moves $400m to Republican candidates
Billionaire ex-mayor of New York City is focusing funds on House races to help Democrats retake majority in midterms
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Alabama governor commutes sentence of prisoner on death row
Toforest Johnson’s death penalty reduced to life in prison without parole over doubts about his conviction
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Libya approves contentious Turkey deal over Mediterranean waters
Libya has approved a contested 2019 maritime agreement with Turkey that sets out jurisdiction areas in the eastern Mediterranean
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Ad for Vivek Ramaswamy features opponent’s ‘abusive’ mom. The internet is furious
Amy Acton’s estranged mother appears on GOP attack ad accusing her of lying about her childhood as a survivor of sexual abuse
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Zelensky says US intelligence sharing 'works now' after talks with Trump envoy in Oslo
Ukraine had accused the US of withholding key intelligence - a claim rejected as "scandalous" by Washington.
