News & Politics
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Zelenskyy says Russia ‘did not heed’ Trump’s call for ceasefire and Ukraine had ‘no early warning’ before strikes on Kyiv – as it happened
Ukraine’s president says his country has halted strikes on Russian oil refineries for two days after Trump’s energy ceasefire announcement
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Vandal smashes community centre window in York
North Yorkshire Police said the reported incident of criminal damage took place at Millers Yard Community Centre in Gillygate on Sunday, September 6, at around 7.40pm.
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Europe must employ 'war-mode' production, Polish defence minister says
Polish Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz said that Europe must accelerate the production of ammunition and weapons to match Russia’s pace, warning that failure to do so would negatively impact Europe.
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Injured walker rescued from top of 230ft high limestone cliff in Yorkshire Dales
A WALKER had to be rescued from the top of Malham Cove yesterday (Monday) morning after falling and injuring his ankle.
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Police appeal after man dies in Selby
Police are appealing for the public’s help after a man died in Selby. Gary Williams, 66, died at his home in the town yesterday (Monday). There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death, say police. Officers are now trying to...
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Huge malting facility 'to close' after Scotch whisky downturn hits demand
A malting facility capable of producing 110,000 metric tonnes per year will reportedly close, in large part due to the downturn in the Scotch whisky industry
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Scottish-founded fintech firm wins King's Award after lending £32m in Scotland
Fintech firm Salad has received a King's Award for Enterprise after lending more than £32m to customers in Scotland and supporting 200,000 people across the UK.
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Newcastle Christmas Market vendors revealed: 70 'must-visit' festive stalls for 2026
Christmas shoppers can now start planning their visit to Newcastle's Christmas Market after the full list of 70 traders heading to the city has been unveiled.
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Normanby schoolboy racer becomes 'first kid' with two national titles in one season
Normanby racer Emilio Pereira, 11, wins the 2026 FAB Racing MK50 Championship, becoming the first rider to claim it and the British Mini Bikes title.
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Pensioner dies after being hit by a car on North East road as teen arrested
A pensioner has died after being hit by a car in Leam Lane, Gateshead.
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Ex police officer from West Yorkshire accused of raping sleeping woman
A former police officer accused of raping a sleeping woman was specially trained in dealing with sex offence victims, his trial has heard.
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Investigation launched after man found dead in custody at troubled Met Police station
The Charing Cross police station is already under investigation after secretly filmed footage showed officers making racist comments and bragging about violence against suspects
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Princess Eugenie shares rare video of baby daughter
Eugenie lovingly praises her husband in her latest post on Instagram
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Marco Pierre White makes bombshell family confession after taking DNA test
Celebrity chief Marco Pierre White, who was born in Leeds and spent much of his childhood in the area, has made an astonishing discovery about his family after a DNA test
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FTSE fades after bright start amid tech worry
The FTSE 100 index ended down 5.95 points, 0.1%, at 10,650.33.
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Premier Inn owner warns tax hikes are costing investments and jobs
Whitbread boss urged Andy Burnham to freeze property taxes ahead of his first autumn Budget later this month
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Andy Burnham will be the man to take Britain back into the EU, Neil Kinnock says
Former Labour leader says it’s ‘obvious’ the prime minister is hoping to rejoin the bloc
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Who is Katie Zacharia? Trump’s new press secretary that replaced Karoline Leavitt
The incoming press secretary briefly worked for the Department of Homeland Security earlier this year
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Police search Bradford reservoir for missing 82-year-old man
Police have searched a Bradford reservoir for a missing man.
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Man City charges: Football regulator will quit if independence compromised
The head of English football's independent regulator says he will resign if he encounters any political interference over Manchester City's future.
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Fewer Britons plan to ringfence money for holidays abroad next year, says travel industry
Spain remains most popular destination as Britons book later in hope of better deals, Abta report finds
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Europe’s satellite sovereignty ambitions face EU funding test
Regulators, EU officials and Spanish satellite operator Sateliot gathered at the European Parliament on Tuesday to debate how spectrum and investment will shape Europe’s networks in orbit, with the EU’s 2021-2027 space funding cycle ending next year.
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Video. Kazakhstan’s first Open Asian Falconry Cup showcases ancient hunting heritage
Video. Kazakhstan hosted its first Open Asian Falconry Cup on 9 and 10 October in Bozanbay, a village in the country's east, bringing together 176 falconers from 10 countries.
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South Africa vs Australia: The questions posed after Proteas' heavy defeat
Australia complete 214-run victory over South Africa in Durban. What does heavy defeat mean for the world champions?
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Manchester City charges: How much did their rule breaking cost your team?
The potential impact of Manchester City's rule breaking runs deep, including missed Champions League qualification, relegation and Premier League prize money.
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Glasgow hospitality group set to take over The Star Bar this month
A Glasgow hospitality group has announced plans to acquire the historic pub, The Star Bar.
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Civil servant used sick leave to juggle several jobs, court hears
The court heard that at one point, Kashim Chowdhury was contracted to work 183 hours a week across five roles
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Hezbollah to compensate owners of homes destroyed in Lebanon during war with Israel
Hezbollah plans to compensate Lebanese families whose homes were destroyed in recent wars with Israel, the head of its Executive Council, Ali Daamoush, announced
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Woman tells man not to come over - so he humiliates her with sex act
Joe Cooper has been jailed
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Safety for seniors: Police to hold information session on Tuesday
Accidents become more frequent as it gets dark. Accidents are also more likely to occur when turning. Here's where the police will be providing information to seniors on road safety on Tuesday.
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Interview: Ex-Harrogate Tory MP Andrew Jones 're-enters politics'
“We’re in a different place politically now from the last time elections were held for North Yorkshire Council in 2022 at the time of Boris and Partygate”
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All the UK companies targeted by recent cyber attacks
The owner of fashion brands Hobbs and Whistles, fashion giant H&M and fast fashion business ASOS are all investigating potential hacks in the past week
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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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Here's how you could own a copper whisky still dating back to 1898
Two whisky stills from Speyside which date back more than 100 years have gone up for auction
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Ex-Met Police officer on trial accused of rape
Mark Tyrrell raped and sexually assaulted a woman over about two years, his trial is told.
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The top photos of the day by AP's photojournalists
From front page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today's top photos, chosen by Associated Press photo editors.
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Former ride operator admits sexually assaulting 19 girls at theme park
Hammond was ‘immediately sent home’ after staff were told what had happened and reviewed CCTV from the park
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Newton Aycliffe dad known as ‘brilliant footballer’ took his own life, inquest hears
A ‘much-loved’ County Durham dad who was known locally as a ‘brilliant footballer’ took his own life, an inquest heard.
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Germany detains fourth person over Polish Starlink blaze
German police detained a woman in Berlin and a man over a fire that struck a Polish Starlink internet station in September, private broadcaster RMF FM reported Tuesday, citing unnamed sources.
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Harrogate residents call for action over sewage pollution
Harrogate and Knaresborough residents have called for stronger action on river pollution as part of a Yorkshire-wide campaign.
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Saudis and Yemen's Houthi rebels exchange threats to escalate conflict
Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels and the Saudi-led coalition have threatened new strikes on each other, a fresh escalation in the Middle East conflict
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County Durham Post Office announces move as opening times increase by 30 hours a week
Trimdon Village Post Office will move to a new site, offering 30 extra hours a week and step-free access.
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IMF issues new warning over UK inflation as energy bills threaten to rise
The IMF has raised its UK inflation forecasts for 2026 and 2027, warning that the Middle East conflict could push up food and energy prices.
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Video. Ceuta awaits King Felipe after summer migration crisis
Video. Ceuta braces for a symbolic royal visit by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia after a mass migration crisis strained the enclave’s social cohesion.
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UK asks Interpol to reject Argentina’s ‘politically motivated’ requests for Falklands oil arrests
Exclusive: Caution urged over Javier Milei government’s ‘red notice’ requests for arrest of individuals linked to oil project
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Scottish ports face grid constraints that could hold back offshore wind jobs
Investment in offshore wind could be undermined by constraints on Scottish ports, a new report has warned, holding back skilled job creation in coastal communities
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Russell Brand: Jury sworn in ahead of rape and sexual assault trial
The comedian denies three charges of rape, three counts of sexual assaults and one allegation of indecent assault
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'Ragebait' crowned Germany’s Youth Word of the Year
If your children, students or younger colleagues in Germany keep using familiar English words in unfamiliar ways, this year’s Youth Word of the Year may explain why.
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Hundreds of early-release prisoners in England and Wales not being tagged, say MPs
Clive Efford says Serco has failed to source enough tags, as police and probation struggle with influx of newly released offenders
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Q Manivannan enters race to become next University of St Andrews rector
Q Manivannan, who received a PhD from the institution earlier this year, will be challenged by American actor Brian Baumgartner and AI tech boss Mark Brunner.
