News & Politics
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Wholesale inflation jumped last month by most in four years as gas prices soared
Wholesale inflation rose more quickly than expected last month on a big jump in fuel costs, a sign that stubbornly rising prices remain an economic challenge for consumers and a political problem for Republicans in the midterm elections
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The body fat linked to better mental and physical health – according to experts
The breakthrough analysis of more than 100,000 patients stands to open new doors to understanding depression and anxiety
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UK poll tracker: Labour lead over Reform widens
One poll has put Labour five points clear after Burnham’s conference speech
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TV officer who starred on Police Interceptors 'had sex with colleague in public'
Former Cleveland Police officer Ben Sutcliffe who starred in Channel 5's Police Interceptors, is accused of having sex with a female colleague in public and sexting her while on duty.
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County Durham balaclava ban takes step forward as council 'inundated' with 'trouble'
A ban on balaclavas and measures to tackle anti-social behaviour across County Durham have moved forward after a Durham County Council meeting.
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UK bookstores scramble as Sally Rooney's novels are withdrawn because she supports Palestine Action
Irish novelist Sally Rooney's books are no longer sold in the U.K. because she supports Palestine Action, a group banned as a terrorist organization
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Water firm objects to 150-home plan as sewage network 'already at capacity'
Pickering councillors warn sewage pollution could worsen if Persimmon Homes’ plans for 150 houses are approved, despite Yorkshire Water capacity concerns.
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El Niño helped turn tropical storm into Category 5 monster in just 24 hours
Both climate change and a strong El Niño combined to cause Hurricane Polo to explosively intensify from a tropical storm to a Category 5 monster in just 24 hours
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Dog feared dead in Yellowstone found alive after five weeks
A small dog named Luna has been on the loose in Yellowstone National Park since September
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Photo exhibition in Edinburgh tells story of fierce Ukraine war battle
A photo exhibition telling the story of the defence of a town in Ukraine has been installed in Edinburgh
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Trump threatens to drop ‘the mother of all bombs’ on Iran in major escalation
The United States dropped GBU-57s on underground nuclear facilities last year but US intelligence claimed the strikes only set back operations by months
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Historic Bradford city centre building to go under the hammer again this month
The Wool Exchange is set to be sold at auction, with a guide price of £1.8 million to £1.9 million.
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Hole in Neanderthal shoulder bone linked to ancient wooden spear
A 75,000-year-old Neanderthal spear wound may be evidence violence shaped human life far earlier than thought.
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The tax rises and cuts to expect from the Budget
The chancellor is preparing to deliver his first Budget on October 28
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Pope Leo resumes work from hospital as he awaits test results
He also celebrated Mass with other priests in a special chapel set up for him near his room on the 10th floor of the hospital
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Peshawar: At least 33 pupils and teacher killed after Pakistan school roof collapses
Children were buried under the debris after the roof crashed through three classrooms, police say.
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Will Trump’s economy sink Republicans in the US midterm elections? Our reporters take your questions live
The high cost of living has Americans angrier than ever. Guardian reporters answer your questions about the economy before voters head to the polls
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The number of Americans filing for jobless aid remain at historically low levels below 200,000
U.S. applications for unemployment benefits inched up last week as layoffs remain historically low and most American workers enjoy job security
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Wix or Hostinger – an expert weighs in on which website builder to use in 2026
I focused on each company’s website builder components and assessed other features available
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LIVE - Motorcyclist who caused death of passenger, 19, in Darlington crash sentenced
Darlington motorcyclist Gabriel Horsley-Ling admits causing death by dangerous driving after Yarm Road crash killed pillion passenger Carla Scown.
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Meghan makes first official public appearance since moving back to UK
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are taking part in a series of events linked to their charitable work in Nottingham.
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19 properties in the Harrogate district that are new to the market this week
There are some lovely properties across the Harrogate district that are new to the market this week 🏡
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The award-winning Yorkshire fish and chip shop known as the best in Britain
The Scrap Box was named the best fish and chip takeaway earlier this year - see why it is so loved.
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Police issue update on investigation into alleged sexual assault near York car park
A police investigation remains ongoing into an alleged sexual assault near the Coppergate Car Park in York.
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Mapped: UK areas in drought as thousands issued supply warning ahead of winter
Rainfall was 80 per cent lower than average in September in some areas
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National Fish & Chip awards - Local shop in running for 'best newcomer'
The winner will be announced at the awards ceremony on February 24 next year at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge in London.
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Resources minister faces calls to correct her claim all Beetaloo emissions will be offset
Madeleine King told press club emissions from NT fossil fuel basin ‘are accounted for and offset’ but research found 95% of emissions this decade would not have to be offset
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Hegseth church allies backed plan for ‘public’ execution of Fort Hood shooter
Leader of CREC church – whose pastors have advocated death penalty – says he ‘prefers public executions to private’
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Nicolás Maduro tells New York court new torture allegations are ‘false’
Rewritten indictment accuses ex-Venezuela president and wife Cilia Flores of leading campaign of torture
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Scotland could crackdown on e-bikes and balaclavas amid crime fears
Scotland considers balaclava exclusion zones as Neil Gray backs action on masked gangs, e-bike crime and calls for off-road vehicle licensing schemes.
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Photos show deadly school roof collapse in Pakistan
A deadly roof collapse at a private school in Peshawar left dozens dead. Rescue teams rushed to free children trapped beneath the rubble as authorities launched an investigation into the tragedy. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.
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Police Scotland officer found guilty of raping teenage girl and woman
Carmichael John Williamson attacked both women on the Shetland Islands
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Police officer found guilty of rape in Shetland
A serving officer has been convicted of numerous sexual offences at the High Court in Edinburgh.
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Myprotein owner says profits ‘exceeding expectations’ amid falling whey prices
Whey protein was originally a by-product in cheesemaking
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Peacocks to open new store with £50 golden tickets for first 10 customers
Fashion retailer Peacocks is set to open a new store in Northallerton, bringing a vacant High Street unit back into use and creating new job opportunities.
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Nandy 'minded to intervene' in Sky's proposed £1.6bn takeover of ITV
She is pondering concerns about the impact of the deal on free expression of opinion in news media
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Russians complain about broken dating apps and takeaway delays after Ukraine strikes
After Russian energy attacks left Ukrainians without heating and electricity last winter, Kyiv has in 2026 sought to disrupt Russian daily life in response
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What is Starlink and why is it so important for Ukraine?
Elon Musk says the United States owns and controls the military-grade version of Starlink, which both Ukraine and Britain use
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America’s love of sports betting linked to spike in antidepressant use, study finds
Legalizing sports betting has been tied to a 60 percent increase in gambling disorder cases
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School 'severe absences' at highest rate since Covid-19 pandemic
Department for Education (DfE) figures show the increase was driven by primary and special schools
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Police seize 100 weapons in 24 hours as part of knife crackdown
Police seized more than 100 weapons and made 10 arrests in just 24 hours as part of a crackdown on knife crime along the Yorkshire coast.
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Severe drought: What does it mean – and where has it been declared in the UK?
Officials said the south east and south west have suffered their driest April to September for more than 100 years
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Scottish seafood firms target French buyers at major Paris market showcase
Fourteen Scottish seafood businesses showcased premium products at Paris’s Rungis market, targeting French buyers during the key Christmas trading period.
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North East boxing club opens expanded community gym to tackle health inequalities
Grangetown Amateur Boxing Club opens a community gym extension with FROG, offering affordable boxing, fitness sessions and activities to tackle health gaps.
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Tribute to 'kind and bubbly' gran who died after being 'attacked by woman' on bus
Ally Evans' family has paid tribute to the 'kind-hearted, bubbly' grandmother after she died following an alleged bus assault in Hartlepool.
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Rioter who flipped police car becomes 40th person convicted over disorder
A violent man who flipped a police car during the Harehills rioting has become the 40th person jailed over the disorder.
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How many Eritreans visit UK as Shabana Mahmood issues visa ban threat
The home secretary said the east African country has ‘refused’ to accept the return of its criminals
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Jeffrey Donaldson: Former DUP leader sentenced to 15 years for child sex abuse convictions
Jeffrey Donaldson was convicted of 18 counts of sex abuse, including one of rape, which he committed against two women when they were children.
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Russell Brand accuser says alleged rape left her afraid she may be pregnant
The 51-year-old faces three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault.
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IMF says African economies performing well despite shocks from the Iran war
The head of the International Monetary Fund’s Africa department says African economies have managed to weather the energy crisis brought on by the Iran war
