News & Politics
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Seven poisonous mushrooms to avoid when foraging in Germany
Germany's mushroom season draws thousands of people into the forests every autumn. But some of the country's most dangerous mushrooms closely resemble edible varieties – and a single mistake can potentially be fatal.
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Alison Hammond: 'I thought I was having heart attack on air'
The host says a health scare on live TV was one of the "scariest things I've ever been through".
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ICE officers shot New York man because they believed they were in danger, official says
A senior Immigration and Customs Enforcement official says federal immigration officers opened fire on a Dominican man whom they were trying to arrest in New York because they believed their lives were in danger
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Supermarket seeks to cut free parking limit at town centre store
Sainsbury’s has applied to cut free parking time for customers.
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23 people named in High Court action over alleged breaches at traveller site
Twenty-three have been named in High Court proceedings over an unauthorised traveller site in the North Yorkshire countryside following claims that a court order banning further development has been ignored.
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Hotel to serve exceptionally rare LOUIS XIII Black Pearl Cognac
Grantley Hall has been selected to serve the exceptionally rare LOUIS XIII Black Pearl Cognac by the glass.
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Senior Liberal Democrat MP quits front bench in bid to oust leader Sir Ed Davey
Charlie Maynard, MP for Witney, resigned from his Treasury spokesman role on Friday
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'Very intimidating' balaclavas should be banned in County Durham say residents
County Durham residents have said the council's plan to ban 'very intimidating' balaclavas would be a 'good' decision.
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Harrogate artists show their support for campaigner who lost her son
A recent successful event in Harrogate has highlighted a campaigner's long battle to improve the law for autistic and vulnerable adults
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Man, 23, put on sex offenders register after assaulting 12-year-old girl in Dundee
Two Bulgarian siblings were sentenced at Dundee Sheriff Court on Friday morning
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Baja California surf trip triple murder trial nears verdict for accused killers
Natalie Rob, the wife of the American victim, addressed the court by video call, saying that living without her husband was ‘the greatest pain of my life’
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Man dies as Leeds Road remains closed after devastating crash
A man sadly died at the scene
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Cop31 host urges wealthy countries to spend ‘much more’ on climate than defence
‘The climate issue is the security issue,’ says Turkish minister at Pacific pre-Cop summit in Fiji
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Pro-Kremlin Russian military blogger Mikhail Zvinchuk arrested in Montenegro
Founder of influential Rybar blog detained after warnings of attempts to destabilise Balkan country, officials say
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Bradford author challenges misconceptions about unemployment in new book
Bradford author Tanya Rajnab discusses unemployment’s hidden impact in The Unemployed Girl’s Reset, a 30-day guide helping women rebuild confidence and routine.
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PCSO denies sharing confidential police records with machete attack suspect
A police community support officer from Bradford has denied sharing confidential records about crimes in the community that she worked in.
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The County Durham chippy blowing customers away with its huge bargain portions
Godfather fish and chip shop in Stanley is stunning customers, who praise its generous portions and wallet-friendly deals.
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The Latest: Hurricane Isaias strengthens to a Category 3 ahead of expected landfall
Isaias has strengthened into a major hurricane as it heads toward the U.S. Gulf Coast
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Trump accused of trying to start a ‘race war’ with threats to Somali communities
Governor Tim Walz calls the president’s latest post ‘deranged’ as he lashes out in the face of declining polls
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Jaguar boss says reaction to its long-awaited new electric car was 'very British'
The new Jaguar Type 01 will be followed by other models, including an SUV, but not yet says Jag UK MD Rawdon Glover. Meanwhile he reveals all on the challenges ahead for his brand, ‘that’ ad campaign and Jaguar-bashing
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Why visitors are praising this garden centre's 'best in the North' Christmas display
'I'm dying to go' say visitors as Azure Garden Centre reveals its Christmas themes, twinkling lights and festive displays.
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DWP writing to benefit claimants on 4 handouts in October as letters dispatched
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed £150 off energy bills in the form of the Warm Home Discount
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 9th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Video. Spain: Madrid protesters mourn evicted pensioner Maricarmen Abascal
Video. Tens of thousands marched in Madrid to mourn pensioner Maricarmen Abascal, whose eviction made her a housing crisis symbol and sparked fresh protests.
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Arrest made after scooter collides with car in alleged fail-to-stop incident
A scooter rider was arrested after colliding with a car following an alleged fail-to-stop incident. No injuries were reported.
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Die Linke, Die Grünen and the SPD Release Joint Statement
Preliminary talks are over, and the red-green-red exploratory talks are beginning. Leading figures of the Die Linke, Die Grünen, and the SPD appear before the press, after releasing their joint statement.
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Prize-winning image which sparked backlash was AI-generated, Nikon rules
The camera-maker says it is now re-evaluating the rules and procedures of its Small World in Motion contest.
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Russian search engine Yandex struggles after Ukrainian strikes on data centres
Often dubbed "Russia's Google", the tech firm admits customers may experience disruption to digital services due to the attacks.
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North Yorkshire councillor quits Green Party saying ‘the party has left me’
A prominent North Yorkshire councillor has quit the Green Party declaring that the party has changed direction and no longer shares the priorities that attracted him to it.
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Liverpool vs Man City: What awaits City at Anfield in Premier League game?
Bus welcomes, banners and flags expected as Man City head to Liverpool on Sunday for their first game since they were found guilty of breaching Premier League rules.
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OpenAI fires 3 safety researchers in dispute over AI risks
OpenAI has fired three safety researchers for a "breach of trust," defending the decision after the trio accused the company of prioritizing corporate interests over safety
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Teaching assistant guilty of grooming and sexual activity with schoolboy
Rock was found guilty at Isle of Wight Crown Court on Friday
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More than 1,600 new homes earmarked for this area- with most on Green Belt
According to the plan, Ilkley is expected to accommodate 689 homes, while Burley-in-Wharfedale is allocated 577 dwellings.
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City bosses warn Healey hiking bank taxes could drive business out of UK
Lobbying from industry groups has stepped up in recent weeks ahead of the autumn Budget statement.
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2 Renoir paintings stolen from a French museum have been found, 6 arrested
Two Renoir paintings stolen from a museum in southern France have been found
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Florida execution called off after DeSantis withdraws death warrant for the first time
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has withdrawn a death warrant, halting the execution of William Lee Thompson
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Singapore Grand Prix: Max Verstappen beats George Russell to Singapore sprint pole
Red Bull's Max Verstappen beats Mercedes driver George Russell to sprint pole at the Singapore Grand Prix.
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Late-night snack significantly increases disease risk, study warns
Study believes that confining your calorie intake to several hours before bedtime might help your health
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Latvia seeks greater border powers as migrant crossings escalate
As “armed, masked escorts” lead migrants from Belarus into Latvia, the Latvian Border Guard is seeking greater powers to “protect Latvia’s security.” The interior minister supports the proposal. #EuropeNews
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Iran's IRGC strikes tanker and threatens to target ships beyond Hormuz
Iran's Revolutionary Guard warned that vessels “violating” its designated routes would be pursued and "punished" anywhere in the region, as maritime agencies reported two further strikes on commercial ships in the Persian Gulf.
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New County Durham SEND plan as thousands of children wait for assessment
A new special educational needs strategy is set to be approved in County Durham amid a backlog of over 5,600 children waiting for SEND assessments.
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Yorkshire in drought - Environment Agency issues warning after record dry spell
Yorkshire has officially entered drought status because of low water levels in reservoirs and rivers, the Environment Agency has announced.
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US immigration officials defend ICE agents who shot man while his child was in the car
Oscar Belgal, the 28-year-old man, survived the shooting and is now being held at a detention facility outside of New York, officials said.
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Two men deny spying on UK Jewish community for Iran
Targets allegedly included the Israeli embassy and consulate, a woman said to be of interest to Iran, a college and Britain’s oldest synagogue
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Trump licks his Nobel-snub wounds after Peace Prize winner’s swipe at him
Trump has spent much of the last two years openly campaigning for the prize that has been awarded to two prior American presidents
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North Yorkshire councillor quits Green Party saying ‘the party has left me'
North Yorkshire councillor Kevin Foster quits Green Party over its change of direction, becoming an independent while continuing to lead the council group.
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Video. Indonesia: Baby orangutan saved from Borneo wildfires as habitat destruction escalates
Video. A young orangutan has been rescued from wildfires in Borneo. Named Novita, the three- to four-year-old female was found clinging to a tree in Central Kalimantan on 26 September, with burns to her hands and feet after crossing the flames.
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Dad and son remain critical after masked men attack in Leicestershire village
Leicestershire Police say the attack at the family home appeared "completely unprovoked".
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Britain and G7 allies ‘strongly disagree’ with US sanctions on ICC
The G7 nations, along with Denmark and the Netherland reaffirmed their ‘continued and unwavering support for the tribunal
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Virginia county sues to stop Trump from building his beloved triumphal arch
The lawsuit marks the first time a government entity has challenged the proposed arch in court
