News & Politics
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Unnerved Panamanians sleep in streets as aftershocks rattle quake-hit towns
Residents in rural Panama are dealing with aftershocks following two powerful earthquakes that hit the country on Friday
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Festive journey through Harewood House and a new Elf Village this Christmas
Harewood House's Christmas experiences include Magic at the Mansion and a new Elf Village.
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Zelenskyy furious as Trump announces deal to buy Russian diesel
US president says agreement needed to lower fuel prices, but move likely to create fresh crisis with Ukraine and Nato allies
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Tiger enclosure incident sees Yorkshire Wildlife Park shut its doors
Yorkshire Wildlife Park has closed after a man was reportedly attacked by a tiger at its enclosure on Saturday.
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Study explores links between 19th-century Manchester workers and enslaved Africans in Caribbean
Global Threads research project reveals how slavery hung ‘like a spectre’ over the Peterloo massacre and other Mancunian struggles for equality
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Man dies after tiger attack at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
The visitor attraction near Doncaster was evacuated on Saturday and remains closed for the weekend.
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MoD warns 23-turbine Yorkshire Dales wind farm could interfere with military radar
MoD and NATS warn 23-turbine Hope Moor Wind Farm near the Yorkshire Dales could disrupt RAF radar, threaten low-flying aircraft and UK air defence.
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The North Yorkshire garden centre café that people happily travel 90 minutes to visit
A North Yorkshire garden centre café has won glowing reviews, with some customers travelling 90 minutes to return.
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Police step up patrols at Consett bus station as residents say they feel 'frightened'
Police have stepped up patrols in a County Durham town centre after residents said they felt frightened and were avoiding the bus station.
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Greens must avoid ‘capture by extremists and racists’, says party MP
Ellie Chowns says vote for ‘Zionism is racism’ policy by 0.4% of members shows party processes are not working
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What is the 'add me on WhatsApp' scam as over 3,600 complaints made to regulator
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) received more than 3,600 complaints about these automated calls in September.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor pockets £302,000 payout after giving back Royal Lodge
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has received £302,000 after surrendering his Royal Lodge lease, with £1.8million in repair and restoration costs also revealed.
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‘Much-loved mum’ whose body was found in burning van was pregnant, say police
Samantha Natalie Phythian’s body was found after police were called to a van fire
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‘We’re not asking for luxury’: school protesters in Paris suburb feel abandoned by French state
Students say they are desperate to get back to class but conditions are so bad that the protests must continue
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Here are the latest food hygiene ratings for businesses across Bradford
The latest batch of food hygiene ratings for Bradford restaurants, cafes, takeaways, and businesses has been revealed.
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Three men found guilty of murders of Australian surfer brothers and US friend in Mexico
Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson, 30 and 33, and friend Carter Rhoad, 30, were killed on a surfing trip in 2024
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Bradford curry restaurants shortlisted for prestigious national awards
Bradford restaurants including Akbar, Aagrah and International Restaurant are finalists in the 2026 Asian Curry Awards.
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Prison near York apologises after inmate was able to phone domestic abuse complainant
The male remand prison for York and North Yorkshire has tightened its controls on prisoners making phone calls after an inmate managed to phone a domestic abuse complainant hundreds of times.
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Uber driver one of 25 cabbies stripped of taxi licence for 'serious' offence
An Uber driver has been stripped of his licence for an “incredibly serious” offence.
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Wrose boy Roy overcomes dreadful injuries to come second in British Championship
WROSE motocross talent Roy Townley has battled through the pain barrier to finish second in the British Championship.
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Amanda Owen's son Reuben hailed 'knight in shining armour' after dramatic rescues
Amanda Owen's son Reuben Owen has been hailed as a 'knight in shining armour' after rescuing his mum and stranded TV crews.
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Shop worker caught selling counterfeit tobacco to undercover officers in sting
Mohammed Tariq Tofiq admitted four offences of selling and possessing counterfeit tobacco after a Trading Standards investigation at European Supermarket in October 2025.
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'Frustration' over York river safety prompts call for action to 'save lives'
There is an urgent need to make York’s River Ouse safer following incidents on one of its bridges which has repeatedly closed due to emergencies, a leading local politician has said.
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Households at risk of £1,000 fine if they don't check TV licence emails
You need a TV licence to watch live TV or use BBC iPlayer, and must keep up with the payments.
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Rare Walkers crisps flavour returns to UK supermarkets after 5 years away
Walkers has reintroduced its Pigs in Blankets flavour in its 2026 Christmas range, alongside Roast Potatoes and Sensations Honey Glazed Roast Ham.
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Facelifted Kia EV6 review: Is this now the best electric family car under £50k?
The facelifted Kia EV6 features a larger 84kWh battery, sharper headlights, a smoother ride and an upgraded interior.
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Spain's slow response to the crisis in Ceuta leaves teen migrants on the streets
Hundreds of teenage migrants lined up outside a church in Ceuta in early October, hoping for good news from Spain's youth minister
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Property firm fined over £160k based on fire safety failings
Scanlans Property Management fined £166,410 over fire safety offences at Ahlux House in Leeds, including defective alarms and incorrect evacuation signs.
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New Zealand v Australia: All Blacks power past Wallabies 50-19 to retain Bledisloe Cup
New Zealand retain the Bledisloe Cup for a 23rd straight year as they power past Australia to extend their remarkable unbeaten run at Eden Park.
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Key things to know about Hurricane Isaias as millions under evacuation orders
The hurricane is first in the Atlantic in what has turned into a very late season. Here’s what forecasters are saying about where Isaias will hit and how hard
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Fans reminisce over iconic Lightwater Valley rollercoaster 35 years on from opening
Thirty-five years after it first captured the imagination of thrill-seekers, rollercoaster enthusiasts and families, nostalgia remains strong for one of North Yorkshire's most famous attractions.
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Concerns £69 million scheme could put pupils at large Bradford school at risk
A councillor told the meeting that it would mean pupils walking out of school would immediately face a dual carriageway.
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Speed limits explained and the road rules catching Bradford drivers out
A complete guide to UK speed limits featuring expert insights on van speed traps, street lights and camera leeway myths.
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Queen reflects on reading 'forbidden' Lady Chatterley's Lover under the pillow
In BBC documentary The Book That Changed My Life, the Queen speaks about memorable moments in her own reading.
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One unique human body part that evolution cannot explain
The human chin has long been fertile ground for arguments between scientists over its purpose
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Man allegedly raped and stabbed 16 times in County Durham says attack ‘destroyed’ him
Teesside Crown Court hears a man was allegedly stabbed 16 times and raped at a County Durham home; four defendants deny charges as trial continues.
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Jeffrey Archer obituary: The author turned 'nearly man' of British politics
Jeffrey Archer, who has died at 86, pursued a vivid and erratic political career, dogged by scandal and beset by obstacles, which ended in July 2001 with the ultimate disgrace of four years’ imprisonment for perjury and perverting the course of justice.
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Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 10th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Airlines sound alarm on costs crisis' and 'King's £1.5m bailout'
The weekend edition of the Financial Times highlights what it is calling a "mounting crisis" for airlines.
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Yorkshire Dales walk through spectacular ravine haunted by a legendary beast
Explore a 6.5-mile walk from Appletreewick through Trollers Gill to the River Wharfe, with limestone scenery, moorland views and historic sites near Skipton.
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Durham Council bosses left in dark over Stack scrapping Durham development
Durham County Council was left in the dark about Stack abandoning plans for its long-delayed city venue.
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Classic car business marks special anniversary with star-studded congratulations
A NORTH Yorkshire business marked a special milestone with congratulatory messages from stars including Nigel Mansell, Rachel Weisz, Alan Shearer and Richard Hammond.
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UK accused of giving people of Gaza false hope over new refugee safe route
Only ‘very small number’ of people already in Lebanon or Jordan will be referred, says organisation running scheme
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Bishop Auckland woman fined £120 for assaulting on-duty police officer
Bishop Auckland woman Helen Jones fined £120 at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court for assaulting a police officer, paying £50 compensation and £85 in CPS costs.
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Nord Stream trial: How German police followed the evidence - to Ukraine
After four years, a Ukrainian man is set to stand trial in Hamburg accused of sabotaging the Nord Stream pipelines.
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'Little gem' County Durham café found steps away from historical attractions
Cafédral in Durham can be found in the perfect place to stop for a coffee when exploring some of the city's most famous attractions.
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Stack accused of 'flagrant disregard' for Durham after scrapping city centre venue
Stack has been accused of showing "flagrant disregard" by Mary Kelly Foy after scrapping long-delayed plans to open a venue in Durham city centre.
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How many of these Yorkshire sayings do you understand?
Yorkshire folk have long been known for their distinctive way of speaking. From the mills of Bradford and Halifax to the dales and market towns of the county, many traditional words and phrases have survived for generations.
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Female-focused car showroom in Bradford opens this weekend
The business aims to create a more welcoming environment for women buying, selling and hiring vehicles, while remaining open to all customers.
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Hundreds of thousands without power after Isaias slams the Florida Panhandle and Alabama
Hurricane Isaias has hit the U.S. Gulf Coast, leaving hundreds of thousands without power in Alabama and the Florida Panhandle
