News & Politics
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County Durham teenager avoids jail after knuckle duster and cocaine order breaches
County Durham man Aiden Curtis receives a suspended 26-week prison sentence after breaching a community order linked to knuckle duster and cocaine offences.
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Italy deploys hundreds of soldiers amid nationwide protests
Demonstrations against rising living costs, military spending and government policies are taking place across Italy, with security tightened following violent clashes in Milan last weekend. #EuropeNews
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What sparked the fiery protests in France – and how they are spreading across Europe
Here’s everything you need to know about the nationwide movement
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Home’s front door damaged in York town
Police are investigating after a home's front door was damaged in Haxby, York.
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Some US transit systems weigh whether to run trains without a human at the controls
As automated vehicles such as robotaxis become more common on American streets, transit systems are debating whether to go driverless as well
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Crafter's Companion future being 'carefully considered' after 42 staff made redundant
Crafter's Companion has updated customers after the company behind the crafting brand went into liquidation, making dozens of staff redundant.
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Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns
Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as U.S. consumers grapple with high living costs and eye-popping chocolate prices
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Man jailed for over six years after pensioner died in confrontation at bus stop
A man has been jailed for causing a pensioner's death after a confrontation at a bus stop.
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Ayrshire home with 'unique Harry Potter-inspired sitting room' listed for sale
An impressive five bedroom Ayrshire home with it's own Harry Potter room is now on the market for offers over £380,000.
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‘We thought it was fake news’ – David Davis on destroyed Yorkshire town monument
Sir David Davis has said he “thought it was fake news” when he heard the historic Howden market cross had been destroyed after a car crashed into it.
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Yacht belonging to two British nationals among £50m in assets frozen by rare order
The Crown Prosecution Service secured an unexplained wealth order against two British nationals
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What’s in a name? How and why we give storms human titles
Here’s what goes into naming a storm, and why particular words are avoided
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Drivers warned of A66 closure tonight as Storm Boelo batters County Durham
A major route through County Durham will close in both directions tonight as Storm Boelo brings increasingly strong winds across the region.
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‘We thought it was fake news’ – David Davis on destroyed Yorkshire town monument
Sir David Davis has said he “thought it was fake news” when he heard the historic Howden market cross had been destroyed after a car crashed into it.
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Chicken shop now 'permanently closed' after 1 star food hygiene rating
The inspection revealed several critical areas needing immediate attention.
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52 new homes approved in North Yorkshire despite GP surgery capacity warning
North Yorkshire Council approves outline plans for 52 homes in Sherburn near Malton, despite GP surgery capacity, infrastructure and local opposition concerns.
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Aston Villa 2-1 Man City: Gianluigi Donnarumma and Marc Guehi under spotlight
Manchester City's 100% winning start to the Premier League season comes to an abrupt end against Aston Villa - leaving Enzo Maresca with glaring defensive issues to resolve.
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Tawny owl trapped in stone crevice near water rescued by brave local volunteers
Local volunteers rescued a tawny owl trapped under a bridge near a duck pond in Silsden.
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Young Scottish mother dies while on holiday in Albania
A young Scottish mother has died while on holiday in Albania.
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Inside North Yorkshire's £4.95m estate with 300 acres and a hidden surprise
Braithwaite Hall, a Grade II listed North Yorkshire estate near Ripon, is for sale at £4.95m, with 300 acres, barns and period charm.
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Additional 178 cases of measles reported by US health authorities amid outbreak
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 4,588 cases across the country, more than double the tally in 2025
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Met Police confirms it received 2019 letter with "number of claims" about Meghan's father
The Met said it passed information to the duchess but did not share it with other law enforcement agencies.
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'We're changing the face of market stalls' - Bakery excited for new opening
The entrepreneur said the move comes at the perfect time as colder weather approaches.
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‘It was horrific’ – man whose dangerous driving on A1 caused dog’s death sentenced
A man whose dangerous driving on the A1(M) caused the death of a family’s pet dog has been sentenced.
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NFL House in Paris closes ahead of street protests in French capital
The NFL has closed its “NFL House” in Paris as the city braces for street protests with a heavy police presence and storefronts boarded up
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Santa Monica’s iconic pier sign is coming down after 85 years
The historic blue neon Santa Monica Pier sign, which has welcomed generations of tourists since 1941, will be removed beginning Tuesday
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Live - Police deploy teargas and water cannons on protesters in Tirana
Opposition supporters and students mobilised in the Albanian capital, with riot police using water cannons on large groups of protesters. Authorities said 2,500 police officers were deployed to the streets of Tirana. #EuropeNews
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52 new homes approved in North Yorkshire despite GP surgery capacity warning
North Yorkshire Council approves outline plans for 52 homes in Sherburn near Malton, despite GP surgery capacity, infrastructure and local opposition concerns.
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Northern Olympics campaign to get £7m in Healey’s budget
Fund will support feasibility study for potential bid to host Games in 2040s, backed by northern mayors and top athletes
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Freeview urges viewers to retune TV as it makes 14 channel changes in new update
Freeview viewers are being urged to retune their TV to access 14 channel changes made on October 21.
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Women's Super League: Arsenal release pressure but can they kick on?
Arsenal end their five-match winless run in the Women's Super League with victory at Tottenham - but can they kick on now?
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Full list of North East train disruptions as Storm Boelo hits region with high winds
Train passengers across Darlington, County Durham and the wider North East face reduced services and possible last-minute cancellations as Storm Boelo brings strong winds.
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Between quick wins and big dreams lies Burnham's biggest test, starting with the Budget
The prime minister might be dreaming of gold medals in 2040, but he must first navigate the difficult years in between, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
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Video. Watch: French police deploy armoured vehicles in Paris and Marseille
Video. French police deployed Centaure armoured vehicles in Paris and Marseille on Saturday as authorities stepped up security during protests over the rising cost of living.
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No unions, low taxes: why some of Britain’s top chefs are opening outposts in Gulf states
Leading restaurateur says Gulf countries actively help businesses set up, while east Asia has a better work ethic
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Is London really the most-taxed city? Banks accused of cherrypicking data
Lobby group’s figures, shared with John Healey, are misleading as they do not include major rival Paris, say campaigners
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Scottish Greens urge John Swinney to say where he stands on energy policy
John Swinney must take a position on new oil and gas drilling, Gillian Mackay has said, as she hit out at the UK Government for approving the Jackdaw gas field.
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Free festive family event coming to North East with Santa, prizes and live shows
Eldon Square's free Newcastle Christmas weekend features Santa, the Grinch, illuminated drummers, prizes and family activities.
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Cannabis farm with 71 plants uncovered at County Durham property after tip-off
A cannabis farm containing 71 plants has been discovered inside a Seaham property after police received information from members of the public.
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Medical experts shocked by Tennessee team’s ‘malpractice’ in Christa Pike’s failed execution
New details of IV team’s attempts to find a vein shared by Pike’s lawyer ‘shocked and disturbed’ practitioners
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Karoline Leavitt weighs in on 5-day tenure of successor Katie Zacharia
Within five days of becoming White House press secretary, Katie Zacharia was fired
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New Trump rule allows hunters to bait bears in Alaska with doughnuts, bacon and more
Critics decry Trump administration rule that lets hunters lure bears with human foods on federal lands in Alaska
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Video. French police fire tear gas to disperse protest in Lyon
Video. French police fired tear gas to disperse around 150 protesters outside Lyon 3 University, in an area where demonstrations were banned.
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Cracking a smile regularly may be good not just for your mood but for your health
Some campuses and workplaces are trying to foster more smiling and positivity, and experts say it can go a long way
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We cannot fight until the last Ukrainian – it’s time to call Putin’s bluff
The surge in civilian casualties in Ukraine shows how the West, including the UK, must defend Kyiv’s airspace or face worse in the future, explains world affairs editor Sam Kiley
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Travel warnings and evens cancelled as Scotland braces for Storm Boelo
Forecasters have issued an amber warning for much of Scotland on Saturday evening into Sunday as the storm hits, with widespread gusts of 60 to 70mph expected
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Farm shop to close pumpkin patch this weekend amid Storm Boelo warning
A Northumberland farm shop has made changes to its pumpkin picking events due to severe weather warnings.
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Ukraine says Starlink connection 'now stable' after network limits
The slowed Starlink connections had affected the Ukraine's military and drone operations for a week.
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Aston Villa 2-1 Man City: How the players rated
How Aston Villa and Man City players rated following their Premier League match.
