News & Politics
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France protest: Are the riots a warning of an intense election to come?
Rioting, looting and vandalism has gripped France over the weekend after protests spiralled out of control across the country.
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Leeds town plagued by kids 'causing mayhem' as police handed extra powers
Locals have been feeling 'anxious'
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'My heart is broken' - Family pay tribute to missing Bradford man found dead
His disappearance prompted extensive searches and repeated appeals from both police and family members as concern grew for his welfare.
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New petition to reopen 'missing rail link' launched on Yorkshire-Lancashire border
A PETITION calling on the re-opening of the Skipton-Colne railway has already been signed by nearly 600 people.
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Staff at Britain’s grid operator did not cover up blackout risks, probe finds
The National Energy System Operator was being investigated over allegations raised by whistleblowers.
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Trump creates new women’s health NIH division and taps Susie Wiles to lead task force
The president called the initiative a ‘historic action’ and praised First Lady Melania Trump’s work on it
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Rugby club hit by 'highly contagious' infection - forcing players to isolate
The infection is most commonly linked to forwards and front-row players.
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Senator urges FCC to reject AI-generated robocalls from conservative group
The comment period expires Monday, which means the FCC could take action on the petition this week ahead of the Nov. 3 election
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US federal court work hit after BAE Systems cyberattack affects bankruptcy court systems
The incident is being investigated
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Qatar plans new defence partnership and warns of energy crisis 'peak'
Qatar is preparing a new regional defence partnership while keeping channels open with Tehran, arguing that dialogue and economic ties offer a route to lasting peace. Doha also warned of an energy disruption “peak” with more difficulties on the horizon “in the coming days and months”.
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UN food agency to cut aid to 500,000 people in Gaza
Families who keep their support will get smaller rations and less cash, even though two-thirds of the territory’s population still needs help to survive.
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People scour strait of Hormuz for spilt cargo after Iran attacks container ships
At least 15 vessels struck in waterway in past 10 days, with rumours that they were carrying valuable goods
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JustEat apologises over AI menu pictures including bacon and eggs floating in cola
Food delivery app pauses rollout of ‘AI-enhanced’ menu images after technology misinterpreted some dishes
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This rare 50p sold for 400 times its value - Bradford residents urged to check theirs
A rare 2009 Kew Gardens 50p coin has sold for £213.50 on eBay after drawing 18 bids, fetching more than 400 times its original face value.
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Japan launches spacecraft to mysterious moons of Mars in a bold mission to bring home soil samples
A Japanese spacecraft is rocketing toward Mars on an unprecedented quest to explore its mysterious moons and bring back samples
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3 men who worked as 'gardeners' at £3.7 million cannabis farm jailed
The premises had living quarters, communal areas, beds and a cooking station with fridges and freezers.
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Leeds man with 'scratched neck' wanted after robbery and thefts
Leeds man with 'scratched neck' wanted after robbery and thefts Levi Brogden has links to the south Leeds area A police appeal has been issued to find a man wanted for robbery and theft. West Yorkshire Police said they are looking to speak...
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Cuba says US-based suspects confessed in armed incursion and face terrorism charges
Cuban authorities report that men captured in February after attempting to enter Cuba by force from the United States have confessed and cooperated with investigators
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Andy Burnham is looking for a Scottish adviser — they'll have their work cut out
Last week, Andy Burnham made three devolution offers to Scotland at Motherwell but his pitch for contained little detail on funding.
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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UK's first subsea HVDC cable plant opens at Port of Nigg with £350m investment
Sumitomo Electric has opened the UK's first subsea high-voltage cable factory at Port of Nigg, with up to 250 direct jobs expected.
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Video. Protesters block entrances to Paris’s Louvre museum
Video. Demonstrators blocked the entrances to the Louvre in Paris on Monday, as tensions remained high following a weekend of protests, clashes and looting in France.
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Brighton: Are free-scoring Seagulls genuine Premier League title contenders?
Brighton's start to the season has surprised many outsiders. But how high could they finish?
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Glasgow law student wins scholarship offering Pinsent Masons placements
Strathclyde law student Arisha Asghar has won the 2026 Kirk Murdoch Scholarship, offering financial support, mentoring and placements at Pinsent Masons.
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ITV’s exposé of racism and misogyny in Reform? Just a few (more) bad apples
While the party’s MPs went into hiding, it was left to its failed byelection candidate Matt Goodwin to defend it
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Three things to watch on stock market this week after sharp fall in tech share prices
AI compute firm Coreweave dropped by more than a quarter last week
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Why you might not know if your salmon is being raised on chicken
Suppliers to British supermarkets are switching to chicken byproducts to feed their salmon
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Starvation cult leader found guilty of murder of 191 children in Kenya
In total, more than 400 bodies have been recovered from the Shakahola Forest
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Reported shooting near Ohio mosque prompts massive police response
The shooting unfolded Monday afternoon near Alrahma Mosque
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Irving Weaver appointed Life President of Harrogate Town AFC
Former Harrogate Town AFC chairman and owner, Irving Weaver, has been appointed Life President of the club in recognition of his 15 years of service.
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Long-serving Darlington councillor resigns from Conservatives to 'speak up freely'
Long-serving Darlington councillor Gerald Lee has resigned from the Conservative Party after 27 years, saying he would be able to 'speak up freely'.
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Trump heads to Kansas amid farmers' concerns over a costly harvest season
Economic struggles are becoming a significant political issue for Republicans in states long considered party strongholds
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Reform mayor investigated for ‘cyberflashing’ female employee
Female employee claim she lost her job because of her ‘rejection of unwanted sexual conduct’
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Art students see their work light up Riverside Stadium for Boro's 150th birthday
Northern School of Art students showcased their work with animations displayed in Riverside Stadium for Middlesbrough's 150th anniversary match against Wolves.
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Major twist in Leeds Bradford Airport strike just days before half term walkout
Strike action at Leeds Bradford Airport has been suspended to allow for new pay talks to be held, Unite union has confirmed.
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Coast Guard ends search for missing boat after survivors found with shark bites
A mayday call came from someone on the boat around 1 a.m. Friday, said Coast Guard Lt. Santiago Tamburini
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A look at how Ethiopia’s wars, sea ambitions and Nile dam fuel fears of wider conflict
Renewed fighting in Ethiopia’s Tigray region is unfolding alongside a worsening confrontation between Ethiopia and Eritrea, former allies whose relations have deteriorated
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Bradford Interchange confirmed as site for city's new rail station
The Transport Secretary told The Yorkshire Post that the new station at Bradford Interchange would lead to more frequent trains, improved journey times and better reliability.
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Video. Deadly floods sweep through eastern Spain after torrential rain
Video. Torrential rain triggered severe flooding in eastern Spain, sweeping away cars, submerging roads and leaving at least four people dead.
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Warning signs over threats to Australian politicians were rising before MP hit by car
The apparent attack on MP Helen Haines suggests the worst fears of politicians and public figures appear to have been realised.
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Video report: Could we see France’s chaotic protests spread to the UK?
France has seen its worst unrest in decades, with thousands arrested and buildings set alight. What began in September as a student protest over school conditions has grown into a nationwide backlash over living costs, drawing at least 800,000 onto the streets. Emmanuel Macron says “we feel anger and shame”, while unrest has spread to Belgium and Italy. So could Britain be next? The Independent political editor David Maddox says the Met Police’s experience of mass protests makes similar scenes unlikely, though violence cannot be ruled out.
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46 homes and new car park planned beside historic North East railway station
Amethyst Homes has proposed 46 homes, parking and landscaped areas beside historic Tynemouth Station.
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North East Pop Idol singer Zoe Birkett to star in hit West End musical
North East Pop Idol star Zoe Birkett has revealed to presenter Rylan Clark that she has landed one of musical theatre's most iconic roles.
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Tommy Robinson 'intimidated' Daily Mail reporters, trial hears
The activist is accused of "bully-boy tactics" and denies harassment causing fear of violence.
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Max Factor heir and serial rapist freed after just 20 years
A local state assemblywoman has promised to seek enhanced protections for communities following news that convicted serial rapist Andrew Luster
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Kylie Jenner makes Victoria Secret debut in $50 million bra
The reality star's surprise appearance on the runway in the diamond encrusted piece has sparked mixed reaction.
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Hugely influential electronic music legends announced for Piece Hall
ELECTRONIC music legends Kratwerk are heading for Piece Hall next summer.
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'It’s quite concerning' - Residents speak of shock as man fighting for his life
The attack has left residents in shock.
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Leader of Kenyan doomsday cult that left more than 400 followers dead convicted of 191 murders
A Kenyan doomsday cult leader has been convicted of murdering 190 children and one adult
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Canada deploys 50 investigators to probe military base fire that killed 4 soldiers
Fifty investigators are examining a fire at a Canadian military base that killed four soldiers and injured 39 others
