News & Politics
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Katie Zacharia unfollows Sean Hannity on social media after rocky interview
Zacharia was fired hours after her rocky interview with Hannity, who grilled her over her inaugural press briefing and legal background
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Bradford becomes first UK city chosen to host major European conference
Bradford will make history as the first UK host of Placemaking Week Europe, welcoming hundreds of international delegates in 2027.
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Police seek man over assault in North Yorkshire town
Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to following an assault in Whitby.
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Ex-student alleging sexual assault felt ‘unsupported’ by Cornell president
The ex-student writes she wants to share information that ‘may be relevant’ to vote of no confidence
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 20th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Six charged following 20 arrests in Harrogate during police operation
Six people were charged following 20 arrests in Harrogate during North Yorkshire Police's Operation Super Tornado Two, according to figures supplied by the
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Great white shark leaps from water and photobombs California beachgoers
Videos show shark launching several feet from water as a group of friends pose for photos along Marina state beach
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2 men charged with burglary after reported break-in at town centre cafe
The charges relate to an incident at the Endless Kettle Café on North Street in Keighley on Sunday.
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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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Trump’s super PAC is now running campaign-style ads created with taxpayer dollars
The DNC accuses MAGA Inc of airing ‘propaganda’ developed by White House employees, in violation of federal law
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North East's Sam Fender confirms 2027 tour with Lord of the Rings inspired teaser
North East star Sam Fender has sent fans into a frenzy after appearing to confirm a major stadium tour for 2027 following a series of cryptic teasers.
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LIVE - Delays building as 'obstruction on road' on A167 at Darlington
The road blocked is blocked and traffic is building due to an obstruction on the road on the A167 Beaumont Hill Southbound.
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Teens tell BBC of their hopes and fears as they prepare to start work
Follow four students from Newcastle as they try out roles for the first time as part of their work experience placements.
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More Americans are now worried about AI than war and terrorism, poll finds
‘People’s fears about AI are much broader than concerns about automation or job displacement,’ says Seth Benzell, an assistant professor at Chapman University
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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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Row erupts at high school football game after player tackles rival with American flag
The school district said that the student ‘allowed his emotions to override his judgment in the heat of the moment’
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The Orionid meteor shower is coming. Here's how and when to watch
The Orionid meteor shower, caused by remnants from Halley’s comet, peaks this week
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Three cars caught going wrong way down A66 months after fatal crash
Cleveland Police said the car collided with street furniture and drove the wrong way on the A66
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Rioters face €20,000 fines and prison under Italy's new anti-riot laws
The government said it will deploy 500 army troops to patrol Milan until the end of 2026
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Man arrested after attacks on three Jewish women including one pushing a pram
A 33-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of racially aggravated common assault
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Two re-arrested on suspicion of assisting Iran intelligence after RAF Fairford incident
The head of UK Counter Terrorism Policing said they consider Iranian state involvement "highly likely".
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Ionos vs Hostinger: An expert review of which web hosting service is better
I signed up to a standard web hosting account with each provider, to explore ease of use and available features
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Jury considering verdict of boy accused of attempted murder at school
The boy, who has pleaded guilty to wounding with intent, did not give evidence in his defence
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Popular shop in the Broadway Bradford to permanently shut this weekend
It was one of the first stores to open in The Broadway back in 2015.
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Edinburgh livestock adviser wins Farm Adviser of the Year award
Chloe Rodriguez has been named Farm Adviser of the Year at the 2026 British Farming Awards for her work improving livestock welfare.
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Qatar revamped defence system in six hours, intelligence chief says
At Doha’s Global Security Forum, Qatar’s head of intelligence revealed how the war with Iran forced the Gulf country to urgently redeploy its defensive assets, while the US ambassador to Turkey offered new insights into a fundamental shift in Washington's presence in the Middle East.
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Teacher banned from classroom after shoving boy against wall and swearing at him
Christopher Clarkson sacked by academy in Burton-on-Trent after also pushing second pupil in the chest
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Comedian Jimmy Carr headlining five North East venues in new major UK tour
Jimmy Carr will bring his new live show to Sunderland, Newcastle, Stockton, Darlington and Middlesbrough for his 2027 Killing Jokes tour
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Draft law dealing with legacy of Northern Ireland Troubles passed by Commons
Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant said veterans and those who lost loved ones in the conflict ‘deserve answers’
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Christina Applegate says her doctor told her she was misdiagnosed with MS
Christina Applegate has revealed her doctor says she was misdiagnosed with multiple sclerosis
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Parasite-infected mosquitoes released in Europe for first time
Male mosquitoes infected with a parasite have been released in Barcelona to reduce the number of insects that can transmit infections such as dengue
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Democrat zings Hegseth when asked if she’ll quit drinking if elected
The Democratic candidate who went viral for her “drunk” and belligerent local TV interview took a shot at Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after being asked if she’d quit drinking if she were elected. Jaime West, who is running for a seat on the Fayette County Council in Indiana, appeared on Piers Morgan Uncensored, where she claimed she drank only three beers before her now-infamous appearance, during which she warned Republicans, “we have guns too.” When Morgan asked if West would quit drinking if her long-shot bid for the council seat was successful, she replied, “I don't know. Why don't you ask Pete Hegseth, who is drinking whiskey as he's running an illegal war?” Morgan and guest Ben Ferguson pointed out that Hegseth had vowed not to drink during his time in Trump’s cabinet.
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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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2 men rearrested in UK on suspicion of assisting Iran over suspected plot at a US-run air base
British police have rearrested two men suspected of assisting Iran’s intelligence service in a plot at a U.S.-run air base
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NYC student dies after being drugged and raped and now two men face charges
Two suspects are facing multiple charges in her death and sex assault
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Popular dog day-out service Billy's Bus launches new County Durham route
Dog owners in Newton Aycliffe, Ferryhill and Chilton will soon be able to send their pets on a "tail-wagging adventure" after Billy's Bus announced a new County Durham route.
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Dexys Midnight Runners' Kevin Rowland on band's Newcastle return
Kevin Rowland discusses Dexys Midnight Runners’ new album Love, their return to Tyneside and North East concert at Newcastle’s O2 City Hall on October 21.
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Brewers manager Pat Murphy's former college players say his MLB success hasn't surprised them
Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy spent over a quarter-century coaching college baseball with lengthy stops at Notre Dame and Arizona State
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TikTok ‘failing to take down nearly all accounts reported for advertising drugs’
The platform decided more than 95 per cent of accounts reported by researchers for purporting to sell drugs did not violate its policies
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McDonald's near A197 County Durham closes this week for major makeover
McDonald's has confirmed its Thinford restaurant will close on October 25 for refurbishment before reopening with an improved look in December.
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Attempts to steal underground cable from East Yorkshire village thwarted
Humberside Police said "offenders were disturbed attempting to steal BT cable in Full Sutton" at 3.50am today (Tuesday, October 20) before leaving the scene in a 4x4 pickup.
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Sir Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr back new Beatles attraction
The surviving Beatles have welcomed plans for an immersive visitor experience in Liverpool.
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Woman, 20, involved in ambush of three students jailed for two years
A woman involved in an ambush of three university students was jailed today for 24 months.
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Video. Paris shop owners clean up and repair stores after riots
Video. Shop owners and cleanup crews cleared debris and repaired vandalised storefronts in Paris on Monday, after two nights of rioting and looting left shops damaged across the city.
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Attempts to steal underground cable from East Yorkshire village thwarted
Humberside Police said "offenders were disturbed attempting to steal BT cable in Full Sutton" at 3.50am today (Tuesday, October 20) before leaving the scene in a 4x4 pickup.
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Two Motherwell firms set to close with over 200 jobs at risk
More than 200 jobs are at risk after two Motherwell-based firms announced plans to move their production from Scotland.
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Burnham government ‘not working for the economy’, PM’s former advisor warns
Andy Haldane calls on PM and chancellor to restrict spending and not to raise taxes on already-struggling households or on businesses
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Boeing 737 Max 10 to be approved for US flights after years of safety concerns
Major customers for the Max 10 include United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and Ryanair
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How Denmark became the sperm donation capital of the world
The introduction of cryotechnology in the 1950s changed things forever
