News & Politics
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Man falls off bike amid North Yorkshire police chase
A 20-year-old man has been arrested after an e-bike failed to stop for police and was pursued through Harrogate.
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Emergency help was delayed by confusion after failed execution of Christa Pike, 911 calls reveal
Emergency help for Christa Pike was delayed by confusion among first responders and Tennessee prison officials following her failed execution last month, according to 911 dispatch recordings reviewed by The Associated Press
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Customers left 'so very sad' as beloved Greek restaurant announces closure this month
Customers have shared their sadness after Newcastle's Paros Greek Restaurant announced it will close on October 24.
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Andy Burnham promises ‘serious dialogue’ over UK’s relationship with EU
PM hails next month’s ‘reset’ summit as first step to closer ties, but tensions over trade may prove problematic
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Analysis: Trump's global headaches worsen weeks before midterms
US President Donald Trump has had a whirlwind weekend, announcing a diesel deal with Russia and an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. With the midterms coming up, it looks like Trump is turning overseas for help.
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Two sent to hospital after serious crash in North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses of a serious crash on the A1 near Boroughbridge which left two people injured.
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Ceuta troops absent as Spain holds National Day parade in Madrid
The parade took place against a tense political backdrop, after Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called a snap general election for 29 November. #EuropeNews
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US actress Selma Blair accused of assault after incident with flight attendants
The Legally Blonde star is investigated by the FBI following an alleged altercation on a flight from LA to New York.
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Michael Jordan jersey from 'Last Dance' season sells for record £10.6m
A Michael Jordan jersey from his 'Last Dance' season sells for $14m (£10.6m), a record for a piece of basketball memorabilia.
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Why Moscow is staying tight-lipped on Trump's energy ceasefire
While Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky suggests he would sign up to a ceasefire on energy infrastructure, Russia has said little.
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Trump posts new video that promises $5,000 for every American if midterms go his way
The proposed $5,000 payments would add up to far more than the country has taken in from Trump’s tariffs
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UK spent £1.1 trillion more on benefits than transport, homes and technology
The Centre for Social Justice said welfare had acted as an ‘anaesthetic that has kept areas of the country numbed during two decades of economic failure’
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French navy intercepts and boards 'shadow fleet' ship, Macron says
Ukraine's Main Directorate of Intelligence says the DF Peak tanker is involved in the transportation of Russian crude oil and that it is associated with the Sovcomflot shipping firm. #EuropeNews
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First national memorial for Arandora Star takes place in Glasgow
An event first national commemoration of the sinking of the Arandora Star has taken place in Glasgow
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'Gun' fired at Aberdeen home as police hunt for vehicle
A gun was fired at a house in Aberdeen, with police searching for a red car
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Six Ukrainian energy sites hit by Russia since Trump announced ceasefire, Zelensky says
Despite the US president announcing energy infrastructure would not be targeted strikes have continued, Ukraine says.
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Best Curry House in Bradford - Search begins for this year's winner
Nominations open today and will shut on Sunday, October 18, so make sure you tell us your favourite as soon as possible.
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Pakistan accuses suspended provincial government of colluding with militants
Pakistan’s federal government accuses the provincial administration led by former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party of collaborating with the Pakistani Taliban
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German firms outline new infrastructure and green energy plans in Baku
German industrial giants, including Siemens Energy, are exploring opportunities to support Azerbaijan's green energy transition, as the country aims to handle 30 million tonnes of transit cargo by 2030.
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Plans to tackle violence after Southport attack shelved due to costs, inquiry told
Responses set out by the Home Office in the wake of the Southport attack would need more money, the inquiry hears.
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Study from 1960 predicted the world will end next month
‘Our great-great-grandchildren will not starve,’ acclaimed physicist wrote, ‘they will be squeezed to death’
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Rent-tech platforms sidestepping credit card surcharge ban with new fees and paid ‘memberships’
Tenants encouraged to seek free options after online property platforms respond to Reserve Bank’s credit card payment reform
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UK and EU confirm date of summit after Burnham says Russian meddling shows the need for closer ties
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says Russia's attempts to meddle in European politics highlight why Britain must strengthen ties with the European Union
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Drumcree: Garvaghy Road residents fail in bid to challenge Parades Commission decision
Judges said their decision was confined to the lawfulness of the decision, not in deciding whether or not the march should occur.
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Appeal to trace Czech woman last seen in John O’Groats
Police are appealing for the assistance of the public to trace a 48-year-old woman who was last seen in Caithness on Tuesday, October 6.
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'A very special lady': Tributes paid to matriarch of Edinburgh restaurant empire
Giacinta Crolla, the co-founder of the city’s Vittoria Group alongside her husband Alberto, died on September 27, her family said on social media.
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What are the SNP thinking giving the Scottish Greens an indyref2 platform?
Nicola Sturgeon warned the SNP about the rise of the Scottish Greens. And yet, the leadership have given their rivals a major conference platform.
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A list of this year’s Nobel Prize winners
This year’s Nobel Prize awards concluded Monday after two economists won the Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences for their work on models that help manage economic shocks
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Burnham vows to keep Falklands after Argentinian ‘sabre-rattling’
Shadow defence secretary James Cartlidge described reports of Argentinian harassment as ‘sabre-rattling’
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Cosy County Durham hotel opens cottage retreat with hot tub after six-figure makeover
Bowburn Hall Hotel has transformed former staff quarters into luxury cottage suites, complete with a hot tub, sauna and accommodation for up to eight guests.
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Germany's coalition rocked by labour minister's abrupt resignation
Germany's labour minister, and co-leader of the Social Democrats, has abruptly stepped down from both of her leadership roles citing personal reasons - as well as harsh criticism during her time of mourning.
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Scientists map faces to find key to beautiful smile
Findings may lead to better aesthetic treatments for South East Asians
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Premier League urged to back football as redemy to tackle depression
Participants under the trial received complimentary match tickets and are met by regular fans prior to the kick-off
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Courts: Wife killer jailed for life and A1(M) drug dealer sentenced
A husband who murdered his wife with a claw hammer, a drug dealer who seriously injured a taxi driver during a 130mph police chase and two people who attacked a man and woman in Hull are among the latest cases heard in Yorkshire courts.
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Kitten weighing less than bar of soap makes remarkable recovery after being abandoned
Wallace weighed just 115g when he was found abandoned in County Durham, but the tiny kitten is now thriving thanks to Cats Protection Teesside.
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County Durham chippy that's built a loyal North East following thanks to two brothers
Grandpa's Fish Bar has become one of County Durham's biggest food success stories, earning national awards and building a loyal following.
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'A massive step forward' - 'World-first' nitrous oxide breathalyser in Bradford
The device measures the concentration of nitrous oxide in a breath sample.
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Resident hits out at mountain of 'filthy' rubbish outside old Bradford pub
Rubbish has been stacked along the front of the building.
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Fridges in French supermarkets hit by cyber attack
Hundreds of stores were targeted by the overnight hack, which spoiled fresh and frozen food estimated to be worth millions of euros.
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Family release picture of County Durham dad who died after car flipped in A1(M) crash
Keith Royal, 41, from Sedgefield, has been named as the driver who died after an Audi overturned on the A1(M).
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Immigration agents search Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's home
Omar, an outspoken Trump critic, said the search was "an attempt to target political enemies" and she "will not be silenced".
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Saudi Arabia further suspends flights after latest deadly Houthi attack on airport
Energy minister says ‘fear has no place in the Saudi lexicon’ as paramilitary group again breaches stretched defences
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Totoa Auvaa: Saracens academy player sacked after incident in St Albans
Saracens sack Totoa Auvaa, the academy player who was involved in a nightclub incident with England cricketers Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson, after another incident.
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Musselburgh supermarket worker planned to 'launch attacks' on police and army
A Scots supermarket worker penned plans to set-up a militant pro-Palestinian group and to “launch attacks” on the police and British army, a court heard
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Beloved theatre stalwart and former firefighter dies suddenly outside venue
TRIBUTES have been paid to a much-loved figure in the local amateur theatre community following the sudden death of Gary Holmes.
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Italian jewellery brand Moriconi Italy to open new Glasgow boutique
Moriconi Italy will open a permanent boutique at Glasgow's Silverburn in October, expanding from its existing kiosk to offer its full jewellery range.
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Trump shares made-up Denzel Washington quote backing the president
Made-up praise has been circulating online for years
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Heathrow Airport ‘cannot wait forever’ for third runway, boss warns
Heathrow Airport expansion is estimated to cost £33 billion, including £1.5 billion to move the M25 to build the runway
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Rare Skibo Castle table suite valued at up to £250,000 heads to auction
Rare Barbedienne gilt-bronze table suite from Scotland’s Skibo Castle, linked to Andrew Carnegie, could fetch £250,000 at Tennants’ November 14 auction.
