News & Politics
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Civic Society presses council over condition of Harrogate's historic assets
The chair of Harrogate Civic Society has renewed calls for North Yorkshire Council to address concerns about the condition and future of several historic
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County Durham to forge new links with Italy and revive historic French partnership
A town in northern Italy and a community near Paris are set to be twinned with Durham and Bishop Auckland after plans were approved by councillors.
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US winter is likely to be wetter and warmer, forecasters say. If you want more snow, look south
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says the U.S. winter will likely be wetter and warmer, but not necessarily snowier, due to El Niño
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150 new homes could make river sewage pollution ‘inevitable’
Pickering councillors warn sewage pollution could worsen if plans for 150 houses are approved, despite Yorkshire Water capacity concerns.
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 15th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Three Scottish farms chosen to test climate-resilient farming methods
Three Scottish farms join Loch Lomond & The Trossachs’ Resilient Farm Network, testing regenerative farming and climate resilience from 2026-2030.
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Trump team is hype on Katie Zacharia. Insiders, not so much
Insiders worry that Trump’s snap decision to select Zacharia against the advice of his chief of staff echoes mistakes of his first term, writes Andrew Feinberg
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Tesla to unveil redesigned Roadster sports EV after years of delays
Tesla revealed a prototype of the $200,000 car in 2017 and said deliveries would begin in 2020
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Man arrested over 'arson attack' after blaze tears through Newton Aycliffe home
A man in his 20s has been arrested following a suspected arson in Newton Aycliffe.
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Emotional TV plea for cancer research leads to meeting with PM
Scottish athlete, Archie Goodburn, who was diagnosed with three inoperable brain tumours two years ago, met Andy Burnham after an appeal for more investment into brain cancer research.
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Trump’s Iran apology? President says he ‘probably went a little too far. I’m sorry’
Trump’s deeply unpopular war is one of the most pressing concerns for Americans ahead of the midterms
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Trans people should use hospital spaces according to biological sex, NHS England says
New guidance says trans patients should be cared for on single-sex hospital wards or bays that align with their biological sex.
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A bright spot in an uncertain outlook for Aberdeen
As attention turns to Aberdeen for the SNP conference, new analysis suggests the city's office market is enjoying its strongest run in years.
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RAF plane declares emergency alert after 'minor technical issue' above Scottish base
RAF Poseidon aircraft triggers Squawk 7700 emergency alert after taking off from RAF Lossiemouth, before safely returning to base with a minor technical issue.
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Connecticut orchard outraged after hot air balloon swiped an apple from the sky
The hot air balloon company has claimed that it did not damage the farm’s trees
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FTSE 100 leads Europe higher as bond markets calm
In London, the FTSE 100 index ended up 115.49 points, 1.1%, at 10,840.35.
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Waterford: Arrests made after couple and two children killed in arson attack
Gardaí (Irish police) have arrested a man and a woman in connection with a suspected arson attack which killed four family members.
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Nurse conned 99-year-old out of £750k then 'spent it on plastic surgery'
Care home deputy manager Rebecca Burwood bought a car, a campervan, and a house extension with the funds
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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
