News & Politics
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Former North East officer launches campaign demanding action over police suicides
Paul Cooper, a former Cleveland Police officer, has launched a campaign demanding urgent action over police suicides and the pressures that officers face.
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Director in court over cancelled event that promised chefs Si King and James Martin
The three-day food and drink festival, set for July 18-20 last year, was cancelled just a fortnight before it was due to get underway.
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Search for Surron bike under way after incident in North Yorkshire town
Police are appealing for information after a Surron bike was ridden in an anti-social manner in Whitby.
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Senior Reform official cast doubt over legality of huge donations
Exclusive: James Orr told undercover reporter that party was ‘filling the war chest in anticipation’ of tougher rules
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UK Covid inquiry finds care homes were treated as afterthought
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry has found Scotland acted earlier than the rest of the UK to isolate hospital discharges into care homes, but still entered the pandemic unprepared, with 4,272 residents dying and 82 of discharges untested.
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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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Huge setback for Alberta's separatist movement after decisive defeat
Leaders of the movement for independence vow to push on but the margin of defeat could make that difficult.
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Baby who died from meningitis may have been saved if tested sooner, inquest finds
Five-month-old Esta High died at Leeds General Infirmary in November 2023 after doctors put her symptoms down to Covid-19
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Trucker protest leaves supermarket shelves and gas pumps empty in southern Italy
Supermarkets and gas stations in Naples are facing shortages due to week-long protests by truck drivers against high gasoline costs
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Trendy LA neighborhood’s war over wild coyote erupts after child attacked
Coyote euthanized after reportedly roaming Atwater Village comfortably for months and attacking one-year-old boy
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France vows major security operation involving military this weekend
Some military forces from Operation Sentinelle will be deployed to free up police and gendarmes for the expected demonstrations, French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said. #EuropeNews
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Warnings issued after 9-year-old injured while partaking in ‘fire challenge’
The child is in ‘unbearable pain,’ New Orleans officials said
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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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US certifying Boeing's largest 737 Max after years of delays, AP source says
The U.S. government is set to announce the certification of Boeing's 737 Max 10 jet after years of delays
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Will Germany introduce a daily alternative to the Deutschlandticket?
Germany's popular nationwide transport pass is affordable and convenient, but demands that you pay for a whole month's worth of travel up front. What if there was a more flexible option?
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Who is BBC Scotland director Hayley Valentine?
Alison Rowat profiles the woman at the centre of the BBC Scotland channel closure. Who is she? what drives her? What's her next move?
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'BBC closure means Scotland’s voice is quieter and its voice easier to ignore'
What does the closure of the BBC Scotland channel means for viewers and journalism
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Nebraska dad sues state after his $1M record request bill and 50-year wait
‘I was dumbfounded. I thought I was reading it wrong’
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Critical incident declared at hospitals under ‘extreme pressure’
The critical incident was announced on Tuesday while more than 200 patients who are medically safe to leave remain in hospital beds
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Government to announce long-awaited decision on Jackdaw gas field
The Jackdaw gas field is likely to be approved by ministers following months of speculation about its future.
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Bishop Auckland pumpkin trail returns for half term with chance to win prizes
Families are planning visits to a pumpkin trail at Auckland Palace and Gardens in Bishop Auckland, with hidden pumpkins, challenges and prizes on offer this half term.
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Video. Heavy rain causes widespread flooding in France’s Marseille
Video. Heavy rain from a Mediterranean weather system has caused flooding across parts of south-eastern France, inundating roads and streets in the Bouches-du-Rhône department.
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Nato increases Black Sea deployment amid escalating deadly Russian attacks
Mounting anxiety as Russia’s war on Ukraine reaches Nato’s borders with targeting of vessels transporting agricultural cargo
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Katie Zacharia reveals biggest lessons from doomed White House press secretary stint
Official who served as President Donald Trump’s spokesperson for just five days tells columnist friend about brief but intense experience in the media glare
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Major rail disruption across North East as replacement buses run for two weekends
Rail travellers face weekend disruption due to engineering work.
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Year-long ban for former teacher for inappropriate remarks and classroom incidents
A teacher at a school in the Borders has been removed from the register after being found unfit to teach following a series of inappropriate comments and classroom incidents.
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What F1’s return to Africa means for a continent long overlooked by global sports
Though human rights groups call it sportswashing, analysts say Formula 1’s choice of Rwanda to host its first African race since the 1990s can become a watershed moment for the continent’s sports industry – if it can deliver lasting development
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Bayeux Tapestry tickets go on sale again tomorrow. Here’s how to get them
It’s the first time the iconic artwork has been displayed on British soil in nearly 1,000 years
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Google says cloud outage affecting UK banks and websites resolved
Revolut was one of the hardest hit, with banking services going down for many customers.
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Ohio Democrat’s family criticizes Vivek Ramaswamy for bringing up estranged mother in gubernatorial ad
Amy Acton’s brother calls campaigning on his sister’s sexual abuse from their mother’s husband ‘a despicable low’
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'The true test is getting an appointment': Readers share tips for Germany's citizenship test
We asked readers what advice they would give people preparing to take Germany’s citizenship knowledge test. From study apps to language skills and booking appointments, here's what they said.
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Reset the Rates: The Herald's campaign for fairer business rates - all stories here
The Herald’s Reset the Rates campaign investigates Scotland’s business rates crisis and calls for six major reforms to protect businesses, jobs and high streets. Read all of our coverage here.
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The UK expands military support for Saudi Arabia against Houthis to include 'defensive' air patrols
Britain says it is expanding military support for Saudi Arabia against the Houthis to include “defensive” air patrols by Royal Air Force jets
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How much is the cost of living in the UK rising? Here’s what the data says
From inflation to wages, The Independent looks at how the standard of living in the UK has changed
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Firefighters rush to early morning blaze at major Teesside industrial site
Cleveland Fire were called to a blaze at the Net Zero Teesworks site in Redcar on Tuesday morning (October 20).
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Glasgow bin hub roll-out set to resume after 'pause for evaluation'
More bin hubs, designed to improve recycling rates across Glasgow, are expected to be installed from next April, a new report has suggested.
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Ryanair CEO calls Ursula von der Leyen 'useless'
Ryanair is cutting a million seats from Belgium this winter as Michael O’Leary warns of steep fare rises in 2027 and demands foreign airlines pay their share. #EuropeToday
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Storm Austen forecast to hit southern UK
Yellow severe weather warning issued for first named storm of season with gusts of up to 60mph expected
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County Durham victims' champion welcomes £195,000 funding but warns more is needed
County Durham PCC Joy Allen welcomes £195,000 for victims affected by prisoners’ early release, but warns chronic underfunding means more support is needed.
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Royals roll out the red carpet in Windsor for visiting Sultan
The Sultan of Oman, leader of a Middle Eastern strategic partner, is welcomed to Windsor for a state visit.
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UK to deploy fighter jets to protect Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks
RAF Typhoon fighters to fly defensive missions over cities and infrastructure in extension of UK support for Riyadh
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Citizens Advice issue warning over biggest scam targeting UK households
Fraudster roofers found to use doorstep sales tactics in 77 per cent of cases reported
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North Yorkshire diabetes café helps Type 1 patients feel 'less alone'
Northallerton’s Type 1 diabetes support group at Friarage Hospital marks two years, helping patients manage diabetes, connect with others and support mental health.
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Rare Royal Mint Blue Peter 50p coin sells for more than 300 times face value
A rare 2009 Blue Peter London 2012 Olympic Games 50p coin has fetched £160 on eBay after attracting 15 bids, selling for more than 300 times its face value.
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North Yorkshire Council considers new powers to tackle illegal vapes and tobacco sales
North Yorkshire Council is being asked to approve an updated trading standards enforcement policy that would introduce fixed penalty notices for certain
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UK supermarkets are selling salmon fed on chicken. Here’s why
Some retailers had previously ruled out selling chicken-fed salmon to customers
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UK poll tracker: Reform still behind Conservatives as Labour lead grows
Labour continues to see rising approval under the leadership of Andy Burnham
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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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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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Spain versus Morocco: this is how the military forces stand in 2026
Spain spends three times more on defence than Morocco and leads in air and naval power, but Rabat has more troops and rockets. US-backed rearmament boosts its strength and narrows the gap. #EuropeNews
