News & Politics
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Riyadh airport hit again after deadly Houthi missile attack, Saudi authorities say
Unidentified projectile strikes King Khalid airport as escalating attacks threaten to draw more countries into Yemen conflict
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Singapore Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton apologises to Ferrari as Kimi Antonelli moves to brink of title
Lewis Hamilton's incorrect strategy call during the Singapore Grand Prix means Kimi Antonelli can win the world title at the next race in Austin.
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Video. Denmark tests humanoid robots in supermarkets to help to ease staff workload at night
Video. Denmark’s Salling Group is trialling Hive Robots in stores to handle demanding restocking, freeing staff for customer service while robots work mainly at night.
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Poland stabbings driven by online glorification of violence, Tusk says
The PM was speaking after violent attacks at Polish schools this week left one dead and others injured.
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Ohio animal hospital owner accused of using dead dog’s name to get prescription drugs
Dr. Kris L. Taylor and Camille Angulat-Nieto received over 20 prescriptions for ‘Punkin’ a dog that was already dead
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Saudi Arabia goes on alert, ex-aide testifies in Netanyahu trial, and other Mideast developments
Israel's former attorney general has testified in Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial
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Historic building empty for 20 years could become luxury spa in £3m transformation
Richmond’s Grade II-listed Friary Lodge could become a £3m luxury spa, with planning permission sought to restore the historic building and create jobs.
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Bare-chested thug was caught with screwdriver in gang brawl
A judge told a court that a man armed during a street clash between groups of young people had “plenty of chance to withdraw”.
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The remarkable County Durham church hiding a 250-million-year-old surprise
Standing at the heart of Stanhope's historic market place, the Church of St Thomas is one of County Durham's most remarkable buildings.
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Trump has questioned the credibility of US elections on 440 separate days: report
Trump has accused Democrats of cheating in 2020, in state-wide races and in the November midterm elections
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Poland detains man suspected of planning assassination of PM Donald Tusk
Police received credible information about possible attacks against Donald Tusk and his defence minister.
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It’s vital that we address the gap in life expectancy across the UK
SHELF Life is a major health equality public awareness campaign directed by Paul McDonald on behalf of the coalition Health Equals. Bradford GP and TV personality Dr Amir Khan, who backs the initiative along with actor Will Mellor, sees everyday how our health is influenced by far more than healthcare alone. Paul talks to him about his involvement in the campaign.
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Burnham vows to publish details of his meetings with Man City owners
Prime minister stands by his ‘concern’ Manchester club’s Abu Dhabi owners could sell up
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Highlights - Premier League - Liverpool 0-3 Manchester City
In their first match since being found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules, Manchester City enjoyed a comfortable 3-0 win against Liverpool at Anfield to extend their perfect start to six matches, as they moved three points clear at the top of the Premier League.
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Egypt’s Fayoum mummy portraits to travel abroad for first time after restoration
Egypt has unveiled a restored version of the "Tondo of the Two Brothers," a prized 2nd-century painting from the Fayoum portraits
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Rabies is spreading across the nation — here’s how to protect yourself
Rabies cases rose 17 percent nationwide this summer, according to the CDC
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Yandex: Ukraine strikes data centre in third attack on Russian tech giant
It is the third time this week that Ukraine has targeted Russian tech giant Yandex, forcing the company to suspend its operations.
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The County Durham miner who fought for workers' rights and whose voice lives on today
Alfie Joey writes about a man instrumental in gaining rights for miners – who is still relevant today
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Inside a £1.1m Crathorne home where high-spec living meets family luxury
Discover The Burrow, a £1.1m contemporary family home in Crathorne near Yarm, with five bedrooms, garden room, double garage and gym/studio, now for sale.
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Second man charged after woman 'murdered' in Darlington A1(M) crash as victim named
Second man charged over fatal A1(M) crash near Darlington on October 4, as court papers name victim Elena Chiriac, 22, from Newcastle.
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Trump and Rubio weigh firing Kimberly Guilfoyle after reports of improper conduct
Senior official says president and US secretary of state are ‘extremely pissed off’ by conduct of US envoy to Greece
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Search for well-known North East woman as community appeals for information
Friends, families and police are appealing for help to find North Shields woman Shannon Browning, who was last seen in South Shields on Saturday (October 10).
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Kimberly Guilfoyle melted down over Trump snub, leaked audio reveals
The U.S. ambassador to Greece allegedly had a meltdown after she was snubbed an invitation to the event
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UK could get fast-track entry back into EU, new report says
Negotiations could be completed in less time than it took for the UK to agree its trade deal with India, experts say
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Darlington nail tech named finalist in Northern Echo's Best Beauty Salon Awards
A Darlington nail salon specialising in builder gel and intricate nail artistry has been named a finalist in the Northern Echo's Best Beauty Salon Awards.
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Andy Burnham says public execution is ‘abhorrent’ as US plans firing squad livestream
Fort Hood gunman Nidal Malik Hasan is set to be executed by firing squad in December
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The forgotten North Yorkshire reservoir where you'll struggle to find any water
Westworth Reservoir near Guisborough once supplied drinking water to the town - now it is almost completely dry and slowly being reclaimed by nature.
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Canadian YouTuber builds 'Flock-like' camera to exclusively track police vehicles, gets a visit from police — officers visit his home to express privacy concerns
Officers reportedly say anti-surveillance control policies may lead to details of active investigations reaching criminals.
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Thousands without power in Florida and Alabama as Isaias moves north
At least four deaths linked to storm amid warnings of flash flooding that could stretch into Appalachians
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Australia v South Africa: Pace attack and Steve Smith put tourists in charge
The fearsome pace quartet and Steve Smith's brilliance serves as a reminder of Australia's quality as the tourists take charge against South Africa.
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139 migrants, including children, die after boat capsizes off Djibouti
At least 139 migrants, including 15 children, have died after a boat with 305 on board capsized off the coast of Djibouti in east Africa, the International Organization for Migration said
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Greens gear up for fight with Labor as Sarah Hanson-Young pushes to strengthen laws to rein in big tech
Minor party plans to drive a bargain in exchange for support for digital duty of care legislation
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North East residents invited to put names on air ambulance
North East residents can name a Great North Air Ambulance helicopter for £100 as Written in the Sky campaign raises £130,000 towards a third aircraft.
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ICE agent strikes man with vehicle during pursuit in Texas, officials say
Parra-Hernandez suffered a broken leg and taken to a hospital after being hit by car during an ICE operation
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Cubans turn to free community pharmacies as medicines grow scarce
In Havana, Laura Mendoza runs a project called “Medicine Is Not for Sale,” providing free medications to Cubans facing severe shortages
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CJP at Jantar Mantar: Delhi sees more protests as freed 'cockroach' group's leaders vow to continue fight
Hundreds of people who came out on the streets despite the police's restrictions were detained on Sunday.
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Britain stands behind Zelenskyy, says Streeting after Trump’s call for new leader in Ukraine
Defence secretary backs Ukrainian president and says priority is to maintain western unity over Russia conflict
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‘She was swaying, zoning out’: UK pets poisoned in record numbers by illicit drugs
Toxicology helplines report 42% increase in calls involving animals poisoned by drugs and nicotine
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24 people from three houses shared one toilet...unsavoury story of Keighley ‘privies’
IN the summer of 1873 Dr John Milligan, the Medical Officer of Health for Keighley, prepared a report on the sanitary conditions in the town and surrounding villages. Even for the times it made disturbing and unsavoury reading.
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Former Irish Olympic swimming coach and child abuser George Gibney to be sentenced
Gibney, 77, will face justice for abusing athletes in the 1970s and 80s after decades of effort to track and extradite him
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A ferocious Hurricane Simon nears Mexico with 155 mph winds and flooding fears
Hurricane Simon is just off the Pacific coast of Mexico and is expected to move inland as an extremely powerful storm
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Claude AI sent US police a false murder tip, authorities say
The US police called the delay in detecting and reporting the incident “unacceptable”, but said there was no indication of unauthorised access to their systems or compromised data.
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Middle East crisis live: Houthis warn passengers against using Saudi airport after deadly attack on Riyadh
US president Donald Trump says he is weighing whether the US will join Saudi strikes against the Iran-backed Houthis
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‘It was a terrible thing’: Panama declares state of emergency as quake aftershocks rattle communities
More than 100 aftershocks as high as magnitude-5.8 recorded after two quakes toppled buildings and prompted evacuations
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Photos show replica of 17th-century Spanish galleon taking center stage at Manila museum
A life-size replica of a 17th-century Spanish galleon is the centerpiece of Museo del Galeón in Manila, Philippines. The museum offers visitors a glimpse of life aboard the ship and explores the country's maritime history.
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Man accused of child rape set to become police chief in small Louisiana town
Republican Christopher Paul is running unopposed for seat despite allegations he raped two girls 20 years ago
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Tiger who attacked man in Yorkshire enclosure pictured for first time
Amur tiger Altai arrived at the wildlife park last year
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Yorkshire Wildlife Park remains closed after fatal tiger attack
Yorkshire Wildlife Park remains closed after a man entered the tiger enclosure and was fatally attacked on Saturday.
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Customers travel from Aberdeen to visit TikTok famous Bradford bakery
A Bradford bakery has attracted customers from across the UK after building a huge following on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook.
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Excitement as 'elusive' and 'rare' bird spotted at North East nature reserve
Birdwatchers have been treated to sightings of an elusive bittern at RSPB Saltholme, with photographer Gareth Bowes capturing the bird on camera.
