News & Politics
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Listen John, taking Andy Burnham's olive branch may actually grant you indyref2
A Labour government in Westminster should always have been a problem for the SNP, especially a deflated, too-long-in-government SNP which had failed to deliver on many of the left-wing policies it had promised. But Keir Starmer was so deeply unpopular north of the border he failed to lay a blow
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Experts reveal exact date you should put your Christmas tree up in 2026
Experts say this is the ideal date to put up your Christmas tree, with tips on measuring space, checking decorations and testing lights.
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Look inside the luxury County Durham hall with a remarkable 200-year history
Nestled among 350 acres of private woodland and rolling countryside, Burnhopeside Hall Estate offers guests the chance to stay in a Georgian country house with more than 200 years of history woven into its walls.
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'There has to be financial value': Meet the men shaping the future of Summerhall
Property developer Dr Ali Afshar and award-winning architect Tony Kettle have joined forces to craft an ambitious vision for the arts and culture hub.
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Sainsbury’s strategy in focus after reports over Morrisons talks
The UK’s second-largest supermarket group will shed light on its latest performance and strategy on Thursday.
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US ambassador to Israel condemns settler attack on US journalist, and other Mideast news
The U.S. ambassador to Israel condemns a settler attack that left an American journalist badly beaten in the West Bank
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Police identify new ‘area of interest’ in search for missing boat crew
The RNLI sent its all-weather lifeboat out at 9.42pm on Tuesday after the fishing vessel failed to return
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If not Edinburgh, where? What a campus saga asks about specialist degrees
The University of Edinburgh's announcement that 90 specialist degree programmes will close has raised questions about the purpose of university.
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The 'prettiest village' in Northumberland with homely tea room and unique pub
Corbridge is known as one of the prettiest villages in Northumberland and is home to a range of independent shops and restaurants.
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Stamp prices face fresh scrutiny as Ofcom steps in over Royal Mail
Ofcom proposes keeping the second-class stamp price cap at 91p until March 2028. Find out why the decision has been delayed and what Royal Mail says.
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I watched BBC Scotland for a night and all I got was a sense of doom
Seven years after the BBC Scotland channel launched with big ambitions, its audience is shrinking and its future is in doubt. I spent an evening watching it to find out what has gone wrong.
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Palestinians and European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank
Marco Rubio said he wants Israel to do more to deter attacks committed by settlers in the West Bank
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Hilarious quips and ‘100,000-volt’ energy: the hypemen (and women) redefining Afrobeats music
Style of emceeing based on high-octane, ad-libbed vocals has flourished thanks to its unique way of captivating crowds
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LIVE - Road closed both ways due to 'police incident' at junction - updates
Hylton Castle Road in Sunderland is closed both ways from Grange Road to Washington Road, due to a 'police incident'.
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Equatorial Guinea is expanding an ambitious malaria elimination plan
Equatorial Guinea has tackled malaria with a successful strategy on Bioko Island
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Police officer injured in shooting in city centre
A man and woman fled the scene in the early hours of Sunday
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'Ten out of ten' drunk and his daughter punched man after row leaving Darlington pub
Three people involved in a drunken attack after leaving a Darlington pub have been given suspended prison sentences.
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NHS data breaches a 'disgrace', says Health Secretary Yvette Cooper
A total of 15 NHS staff are sacked for accessing records of the Nottingham attacks victims.
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Every scrap of paper checked: Police hunting for synthetic drugs in Chicago jail
BBC News hears from users, dealers, prison and recovery workers as America battles with a deadly new drug epidemic.
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Nottinghamshire police officer in hospital after being shot in the foot
Large cordon in place around Angel Row area of city centre after ‘shocking incident’ in the early hours of Sunday
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Dangerous drivers and car takers in County Durham among offenders jailed recently
Four men have been jailed for road offences in County Durham.
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500MW solar farm plans amended after concerns from residents and landowners
Light Valley Solar proposes nine changes to its North Yorkshire scheme after concerns over homes, wildlife, access and the Monk Fryston grid connection.
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Hurricane Trudy batters Mexico with heavy rain and strong winds
Hurricane Trudy brings heavy rain and strong winds to Mexico’s southwestern and west-central Pacific coast
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Inside the new cat and mouse game between police and the British far right
Officers have had to adapt quickly to ‘brand new’ tactics from far-right protesters
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Martin Lewis explains Blue Badge rule change that could save drivers money
Martin Lewis explains changes to Disabled Persons Railcard eligibility, including how Blue Badge holders could save a third on train fares.
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South Africa v Australia - Cricket - BBC Sport
Find out the in depth batting and bowling figures for South Africa v Australia in the Men's International Test Match Series on BBC Sport.
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The haunted Bradford museum you can visit for free in the run-up to Halloween
Bolling Hall in Bradford might be the most haunted building in the city - would you risk visiting it?
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A wave of homemade, synthetic drugs sweeps US and deepens crisis
BBC News hears from users, dealers, prison and recovery workers as the country battles with a deadly new drug epidemic.
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Chelsea: Emiliano Martinez breaks jaw against Everton
Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez says he will be back "in a few weeks" after breaking his jaw in a collision with Jarrad Branthwaite.
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Police chief from 'rocky' start in council estates to battling war on animal crime
Growing up on Yorkshire council estates, Chief Inspector Kevin Lacks-Kelly developed a compassion for animals and protecting wildlife.
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Dubois vs Wardley 2: What next for heavyweight division after Dubois win?
After world champion Daniel Dubois' emphatic win over Fabio Wardley, what's next for the heavyweight division?
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Five plans approved or thrown out in Darlington this week - see where
Darlington Council has decided five planning applications, covering a parcel locker, housing and building repairs.
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More than 300 guests celebrate North East law firm's milestone anniversary
Square One Law celebrates its 15th anniversary at The Baltic in Gateshead, highlighting growth across Yorkshire and plans to support expanding businesses.
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Strictly Come Dancing fans 'gutted' and 'shocked' as week 4 exit leaked
Some fans were left disappointed, with one saying: "I'm absolutely gutted for the couple that left."
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Search narrowed for missing men and boat which failed to arrive in Lewis
An 'area of interest' has been identified in the search for two missing men and their boat, which failed to arrive in Lewis on Tuesday night
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Bradford district road to shut for 11 days - and here's why
The closure could last for up to 18 months if necessary, but pedestrian access will be maintained throughout.
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The 6 household items to avoid leaving on standby that adds £11 a year to bills
Uswitch has broken down the cost of leaving household items on standby overnight, such as TVs and game consoles
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Climate Change Has It In for the World’s Best Surfing
As coastlines change, so do surf breaks. That may spell the end for premier waves and the tourist economies that depend on them.
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Death of Scotland’s seas? Fury at SNP stewardship of country's once-bountiful waters
Campaigners are outraged at the SNP’s stewardship of the sea. Our Writer at Large hears from them, and their fishing lobby opponents who have just hired an SNP minister as CEO
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Hurricane warning: Miami poised for No. 1 after 5 of the top 7 teams lose in historic Top 25 day
The college football rankings are in for a shakeup after a historic weekend for the Associated Press Top 25
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France protests: Burnt out cars and shattered glass on Paris streets after protests turn to riots and looting
Around 1,800 people were arrested after nationwide protests saw outbreaks of violence and vandalism.
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Drugs, begging and shoplifting rife in 'nice, friendly' Leeds area, say locals
Locals spoke of their concerns
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Bradford artists bring nature to life in new cultural programme
ART is heading outdoors in a new celebration of creativity and nature
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Police searching for wanted County Durham man linked to criminal damage and burglary
County Durham Police are searching for Shay Johnson, 22, who has recent links to Wingate and Peterlee, wanted in connection with criminal damage and burglary.
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Zack Polanski says application of Zionism is racist and no state has right to exist
Green leader in England and Wales calls ‘debates about words’ unhelpful and denies recent motion was controversial
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Canada fire: Multiple deaths and injuries after explosion sparks disaster in Alberta
Defence minister David McGuinty describes the situation as ‘very, very active and delicate’
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Forgotten history of Amanda Owen's Anty John's project and the man who lived there
Amanda Owen's Anty John's farmhouse has a fascinating past linked to Swaledale map maker Anthony Clarkson, whose story is explored in Our Farm Next Door.
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I worked on death row for 18 years. This is why the livestream execution was scrapped
The idea to livestream the execution of Nidal Malik Hasan was all about the U.S. administration wanting to show power and test what is acceptable, death row lawyer Dr Asim Qureshi tells Suha Kidwai
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Government wants to increase organic farming to 10% of England's agricultural land
Farming groups said that the Government needs to turn “warm words” into action.
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Manhunt after teenager struck by Range Rover in hit and run incident
A manhunt has been launched after a teenager was injured in a hit and run incident in Midlothian
