News & Politics
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Greens could fail to win any seats in London at next election, new poll shows
The MRP poll conducted by Electoral Calculus and Find Out Now indicated that Labour could win a record 59 or 60 seats out of 75 in the capital following a surge in support
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French PM blames ‘ultra-left’ for exploiting protests as he seeks partial curfews – Europe live
Sébastien Lecornu says new measures will be put in place from tonight
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Two killed and thousands evacuated after Storm Adam batters Spanish coast
Weather alerts warning of ‘significant danger’ remain in place in several areas of Spain
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No 10: Hegseth ‘wrong’ to say most non-US Nato soldiers didn’t fight in Afghanistan – UK politics live
Downing Street delivered a rare rebuke to a senior member of Donald Trump’s administration
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Bradford district named in top 3 hardest places for children to grow up in England
Landmark report reveals hardest places for children to grow up in England
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Pregnant women face workplace hostility and ‘sham redundancies’, Australian human rights report finds
Sex discrimination commissioner says too often ‘it’s the woman who has the burden of bringing a complaint’ in parental discrimination cases
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Drivers urged to avoid falling victim to mileage fraud by taking 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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Courts: Teen hitman jailed, Harehills rioter sentenced and ex-police officer punished
A Norwegian teenager jailed over a plot to carry out a contract killing in Britain, a man sentenced for his part in the Harehills riots and a former police officer who exploited a vulnerable crime victim are among the latest court cases involving Yorkshire.
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First Thing: US ambassador in rare diplomatic break with Israel over attack on US journalist
Mike Huckabee condemns attack on Washington Post photojournalist that has drawn lukewarm response from Israeli authorities
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Falling crucifix kills Ecuador priest during livestreamed church service
Heavy crucifix suddenly detaches from wall behind altar and strikes priest
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How will Burnham’s ban on ‘headphone dodgers’ on public transport work?
Train companies already have the power to issue £1,000 fines for antisocial behaviour
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Shildon shoplifter swiped booze and beauty sets from Darlington Heron Foods store
Shildon woman Lara Moss admits stealing groceries, laundry products and alcohol from Heron Foods in Darlington
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Two young people die in sepsis cases as County Durham NHS Trust launches review
Two young patients have died in sepsis cases in the last year, County Durham and Darlington NHS trust has confirmed as it launched a review.
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Darlington family's 'living nightmare' as sporty uncle bedbound after diagnosis
A Darlington woman says her family are "living in an awful nightmare" after her beloved uncle was diagnosed with incurable brain cancer.
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Southport killer due in court over alleged prison attack
Axel Rudakubana, 20, is serving a life sentence for the murders of Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine, Bebe King, six, and Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven
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52 homes set for approval despite warning village GP surgery cannot cope
Plans for 52 homes in Sherburn, near Malton, face GP capacity concerns and 40 objections, as North Yorkshire Council considers the scheme on October 22.
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Paedophile teacher took pictures of schoolgirls and make sickening AI pornography
A paedophile teacher who took pictures of schoolgirls in his classroom and used them to create sickening AI child pornography has been jailed.
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County Durham food truck marks 20 years after three high street giants come and go
County Durham food truck couple Derrick and Stacey Hope mark 20 years at Fylands Drive, recalling Focus, Poundstretcher and Greggs competition ahead of Wickes.
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What we know about apparent attack on Australian MP hit by car
Helen Haines was hit by a car in what the prime minister has called a "deliberate act".
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Car vandalised whilst parked up overnight outside house in North Yorkshire village
The county's police force said a Citroën Berlingo had two tyres slashed whilst parked in Middlewood Lane, Fylingthorpe, near Robin Hood's Bay, overnight from the late evening of Friday, October 16.
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Emergency services called after driver reportedly hits tree in major York road
Emergency services have confirmed that they attended a crash in a main York road on Friday evening.
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Montenegro makes concessions as Croatia holds key to its EU future
Montenegro has moved to address Croatia’s wartime grievances as it seeks to keep its EU accession bid on track for 2028, amid growing pressure from Germany for a swift resolution. #EuropeNews
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Three deaths from float crushes raise safety concerns over Japanese festivals
Deputy mayor of Saijo died after becoming trapped under float, days after two similar incidents elsewhere
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Avenue make best start since 1964 as win over Ashington takes them top
Bradford (Park Avenue) returned to the summit of the Northern Premier League East Division on Saturday with an emphatic 4-1 victory over Ashington at Horsfall, officially making it their best start to a season since 1964.
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Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
Greens and SPD to decide on coalition talks with Left party in Berlin, police investigate a fence breach at Leipzig airport, 'Invest in Germany' summit kicks off in the German capital and more news on Monday, October 19th.
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Age UK North Yorkshire & Darlington thanks donors but is 'not out of the woods yet'
Community donations are helping Age UK North Yorkshire & Darlington amid closure fears, but the charity still needs urgent funding to survive.
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Kings Cross strip club owner fails to overturn ban on entering his own ‘high-risk’ venues
NSW tribunal upholds liquor authority’s decision preventing Manthos Papadopoulos from entering Sydney Elements and Showgirls
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‘This is not poker’: Alberta goes to polls in referendum that has exposed divisions, not least among separatists
Voters to be asked whether province should remain part of Canada or hold a second, binding independence vote
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Singapore expands crackdown on Indonesian companies linked to haze
Singapore has issued preventive notices to three more Indonesian companies to tackle and prevent forest fires in Kalimantan province
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Herald Business LIVE: Today's top stories - October 19
Welcome to The Herald's Business live blog, where we’ll be bringing you the latest developments from across Scotland’s business industry.
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Australian MP in critical condition after 'attack' outside office
Police said a 43-year-old suspect had been arrested following the incident in Wangaratta, northeast of Melbourne
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US issues rare Middle East red alert to its citizens in the region
Washington has taken the rare measure to issue a red alert to US citizens in 12 countries across the Middle East, citing risks of potential attacks on US interests.
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Israeli police arrest 10 people over settler attacks on US journalist and diplomats
Prosecutions of Israeli settlers are rare
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Man in hospital with fractured spine and head injuries after two-car smash
A man has been left with a fractured spine and head injuries after a two-car crash in Eaglescliffe on Sunday.
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3 men kicked out city centre pub amid report of racism and making Nazi salute
3 men aged 25, 26, and 29 were arrested on suspicion of racially aggravated public order and taken into custody.
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Trump’s annexation threats loom as Alberta votes on leaving Canada
Alberta, home to most of Canada’s proven oil reserves — the fourth largest in the world — will decide whether to remain a province or begin the legal process toward a future referendum on separation
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Emergency services called after driver reportedly hits tree in major York road
Emergency services have confirmed that they attended a crash in a main York road on Friday evening.
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Inside the union compromises that left hybrid working for civil servants unenforced
Scottish Government papers reveal the union compromises behind civil servants’ hybrid working as ministers move to mandatory attendance.
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How Glasgow businesses can make the benefits of Oasis live forever
The goal should be to turn one of the biggest gigs in the calendar into lasting growth, using exceptional trading days to build capabilities that endure, writes Martyn Kendrick, Regional Director for Scotland at Bank of Scotland
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The father and son on opposite sides of Alberta’s separation vote
Albertans are voting on whether to stay in Canada or pursue independence via a referendum, splitting even some close-knit families.
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Durham Council opens applications for independent scrutiny role
AN opportunity to shape public accountability has opened up
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Drivers urged to avoid falling victim to mileage fraud by taking 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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Review: Vibrant colours and props in thrilling show at Leeds Grand Theatre
WHOLESALE reinterpretations of long-standing favourites are always an intriguing draw for music lovers, but when 16th century Europe is ‘supplemented’ with an elevator, exotic animals and a not-so-subtle micky take of Justeat.co.uk, then you know that Opera North is most probably lurking in the wings!
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Knaresborough toilets upgraded after recent vandalism
New doors have been installed at public toilets in Knaresborough following a recent spate of vandalism across the town.
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Survivors attacked by sharks after boat capsizes off Mexico
The boat departing from Mexico capsized with 27 people on board
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County Durham café praised for 'best ever' scone and unique African-inspired dishes
Nobia & Sons in Barnard Castle has earned a 4.8 Tripadvisor rating, with visitors praising its huge homemade scones, goat curry and welcoming staff.
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Doctor Who actor Noel Clarke charged with sex offences by Metropolitan Police
Actor Noel Clarke has been charged with sex offences by the Metropolitan Police.
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James Cosmo brings soldier’s words to life in Royal Regiment of Scotland film
James Cosmo lends his voice to a soldier’s powerful poem
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France protests latest: French PM calls for curfews as fears of further violence grow
Hundreds of thousands of people protested this weekend over declining public services and rising cost-of-living pressures
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Houthi rebels strike a government military camp in southern Yemen, killing at least 20 fighters
Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have struck a military camp for government forces in southern Yemen, killing at least 20 soldiers
