News & Politics
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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
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Popular new North East Mexican restaurant launches takeaway service after huge demand
Burritos, quesadillas and Mole Poblano are among the dishes available through Tia's new takeaway service in Newcastle.
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Gianni Infantino: Uefa gives Fifa deadline to release key documents
Uefa's letter contained 42 questions, covering Fifa's failed private investment proposals, its Peace Prize and the fallout from Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card.
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WATCH - Two arrested after 140mph police chase
Two men have been arrested after a high-speed police chase from North Yorkshire after the suspected theft of high-voltage cables.
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Five Moray coastal projects win share of £100,000 fund after public vote
Five Moray coastal projects share £100,000 from Crown Estate Scotland’s 2026 fund, supporting water safety, dune protection, beach repairs and marine education.
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European stocks dip as French riots spark concern
In London, the FTSE 100 Index ended down 117.21 points, 1.1%, at 10,764.69.
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North East scare park named among UK's top ten Halloween experiences
The Scream Factory in Kirkleatham has been named among the UK's 10 best-rated scare attractions ahead of Halloween.
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Canadian man who took a bird from Las Vegas' Flamingo casino could face prison if convicted
Prosecutors say a visitor from Canada maliciously harmed a flamingo at an iconic Las Vegas hotel when he removed the bird from its enclosure earlier this year and brought it to his room
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What a new PIP review could mean for Bradford young people claiming for anxiety
PIP figures reveal that 30 of recent claimants with anxiety disorders are aged 16 to 24, but a leading psychiatrist warns official statistics may not tell the whole story.
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US bans DeepSeek AI from government use as tech tension with China continues
DeepSeek is a powerful, popular and relatively inexpensive artificial intelligence model out of China.
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Cristiano Ronaldo given 30-day suspension by Portuguese FA
Cristiano Ronaldo is given a 30-day suspension by the Portuguese Football Federation after leaving his country's international camp last month.
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The number one scam targeting UK households, according to Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice found fraudster roofers used doorstep sales tactics in 77 per cent of cases reported
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Trump unloads on Fox News in Truth Social rant for ‘defending Dumocrats’
Trump urged his loyal fans to watch his Monday rally on a different channel instead of Fox
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Obama blasts Trump administration probe of congresswoman Ilhan Omar as 'so appalling'
Obama says federal agents' search of the Democrat's home was an effort to intimidate a Trump critic.
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The Simpsons: Apu returns with new voice after race row
The much-loved shopkeeper has been seen but not heard around Springfield for eight years, until now.
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Two dead after woman drives car onto Wichita soccer field during game: police
A child and an adult were killed at the scene, and police said multiple other injured victims have been transported to area hospitals
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CBS reporter deletes partisan post attacking Michigan’s progressive candidate
Before she deleted the post, Crawford’s comments drew sharp criticism from social media users and media watchdogs
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Trump’s record firing of Katie Zacharia leaves these 5 names waiting to be next
The press room podium is now vacant with just two weeks to go until the midterm elections, which polls indicate could result in severe Republican losses
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Bradford drivers urged to avoid mileage fraud by taking this important step
Drivers in the UK have been warned about falling victim to mileage fraud and how they could spot a clocked car
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Warning that weekend buses will move to winter times with clocks change
Some weekend bus services in the Craven area are changing for the winter as the clocks go back this weekend.
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Appeals court blocks start of takeover of healthcare operations in Arizona prisons
A federal appeals court has paused a court-ordered takeover of healthcare operations in Arizona’s prisons
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Florida brings more charges against former Cuba president Raul Castro
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro is facing more charges in Florida related to the 1996 downing of civilian planes flown by Miami-based exiles after the U.S. government indicted the former leader earlier this year
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Heartbreak as Leeds restaurant shuts with goodbye message issued
Many will be sad to see the business close
