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Black waitress, 15, called ‘that’ and ‘it’ by Thurso hotel chef wins £13k in tribunal
A Thurso hotel has been ordered to pay £13,048 to Danisha Charles after a tribunal found its chef and general manager subjected the 15-year-old to sustained verbal abuse before dismissing her over a mental health condition she did not have.
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Meghan’s father Thomas Markle being investigated by Philippines authorities
Thomas Markle has denied possessing child sex images, calling the accusations ‘sick lies’
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Storm Austen: Poole man 'lucky to be alive' after falling tree crushes car
Pete Smith was sitting at a traffic light when he heard a ‘giant bang’ and the roof caved in
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Ukraine war live: Explosions rock Russian petrochemical plant hit by drones
Several industrial facilities were damaged in the attack in Togliatti, the city’s mayor confirmed
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North East city car parks and roads to close for major regeneration works
Car parks and roads in a key North East city regeneration area are set to close as major infrastructure works get under way ahead of new development.
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Why is Paisley more than 17 minutes behind Greenwich Meantime?
As the clocks go back this weekend, buddies in Paisley could be forgiven for setting their alarms a little later than others if they decide to stay on 'Paisley time'.
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Australian MP Helen Haines no longer in critical condition after alleged attack
Haines, 65, who represents the rural Victorian seat of Indi in the northeast of the state, was struck by a Toyota Land Cruiser
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The independent creative hub in Saltburn putting local artists in the spotlight
Creation Saltburn brings together more than 80 independent businesses, with art, jewellery, pottery, gifts and more alongside affordable artist studios.
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‘I thought I’d met Prince Charming – then he forced me into marriage and abused me’
Exclusive: At first, Mohammed Alakkawi seemed like everything Maya wanted in a man. But, after he used an intimate video to blackmail her into an unhappy marriage, she endured years of abuse and sexual violence – until she decided to speak up, Amy-Clare Martin reports
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The Heir of Jair: Flavio Bolsonaro battles to claim Brazil’s throne from Lula
Four years after Jair Bolsonaro was defeated in an election by left-wing Lula da Silva, his son, Flavio is looking to reclaim power for the hard-right family. Alex Croft reports
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How El Niño could drive up prices, from mortgages to supermarket bills
The Bank of England has identified El Niño as a key factor that could drive food inflation in 2027
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Burnham warns UK faces ‘winter of greater flooding’ as storms hit
Thousands of homes are without power and travel is disrupted as Storm Austen hits the South West and forecasters issue warnings for Storm Boelo.
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Men's Rugby League World Cup - England 82-0 France: Thumping win keeps alive semi-final hopes
England beat France 82-0 to maintain their hopes of reaching the Men's Rugby League World Cup semi-finals.
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Police called in after motorbike found in flames on York street
Emergency services were called to a motorbike on fire in York last night (Friday). Fire crews went to the incident on Rawdon Avenue at8.28pm. They said the motorbike was “well alight” when they arrived. Incident location A North Yorkshire...
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52 new homes approved 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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Sex offender failed to register with police while homeless and living in tent
County Durham sex offender Nathan Brian Rusted admitted failing to update police while homeless in a tent. He received a conditional discharge at court on October 20.
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The student festival that took over Bradford’s streets
More than half a century ago, Bradford’s streets became the unlikely stage for a new kind of entertainment when university students helped launch the city’s first Bradford arts festival.
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Sperm whale carcass buried on Tasmanian beach sparks concerns over shark attack
A resident says ‘children like to swim in the area directly out front from where whale is currently being buried’
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'Beautiful' Whitley Bay gastropub with 'secret garden' and 'very tasty' food
If you are looking for a pub to enjoy a cosy meal in, you might want to try the Beehive, which is a short drive away from the centre of Whitley Bay.
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New Pentagon UFO files reveal mystery ‘black triangle’ over sensitive US site
The observers described it to be as fast as a fighter jet but it had ‘no visible exhaust gases’, newly releases files reveal
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Paisley Halloween Festival cancelled due to Storm Boelo
Paisley Halloween Festival’s Saturday programme was cancelled by Renfrewshire Council on October 24 due to severe weather and an amber wind warning.
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Opposition grows to 360,000-chicken farm in North Yorkshire despite new manure plans
Opposition to plans for a massive poultry farm in North Yorkshire continues to grow despite the developer submitting new information aimed at easing concerns over the disposal of thousands of tonnes of chicken manure.
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County Durham housing development gets world-first 'carbon-negative' road surface
Bellway installs 'world-first' net zero asphalt at Monument Meadows, Pelton, using Seaham firm's carbon-negative ACLA additive to lock away CO₂ in County Durham.
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Walks: Beamsley Beacon - a wonderful one-mile panorama with excellent views
APPROACHING Beamsley Beacon from Ilkley offers an unusual perspective to a highly enjoyable grassy ridge with its wide ranging views. Include Round Hill on a circular over the moors.
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Police launch appeal after man seriously injured in attack at bar - What we know
A man has been seriously injured in an assault at a bar.
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Fire breaks out at Hitler's mountain retreat
German police said Saturday they had detained a suspect following a fire at Adolf Hitler's mountain retreat, known as the Eagle's Nest, in the state of Bavaria.
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Opinion: I can't stand horror films - but do they make us feel alive?
I FOUND myself mingling with the ‘undead’ at the Northern premiere of a Hammer Horror classic last week.
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Tears, Budget, and Strictly anxiety: Andy Burnham makes Gogglebox history
Burnham defended his appearance saying that it was intended to ‘give the country hope’
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York: Man arrested on suspicion of rape on Walmgate
North Yorkshire Police arrested the man on Walmgate in the city centre on Thursday.
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Bradford South MP backs calls for Reform-led council to scrap parking charges
Bradford South MP Judith Cummins has backed a petition calling for free parking in Wibsey, urging Bradford Council to reconsider charges that campaigners say are harming local businesses.
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Typhoon Champi kills 1 and injures 350 in Taiwan overnight as storm weakens
Typhoon Champi has killed one person and injured hundreds in Taiwan
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Pub shuts just 6 months after reopening - 'It’s with a genuinely broken heart'
"The business didn’t make much money and I never got a wage."
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Tory activist in 'contract killing broker' claim had worked for party HQ
Jack Ross was contracted to do social media work for the party until earlier this year, the BBC has been told.
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Brewers withstand Rays' comeback attempt to win 3-2 in Game 1 of World Series
Trevor Megill struck out Jonny DeLuca with runners on second and third to wiggle out of a ninth-inning jam as the Milwaukee Brewers escaped with a 3-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 1 of the World Series
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Arrest made after fire at Hitler's Eagle's Nest retreat
Around 200 emergency personnel are deployed to fight the blaze at the Nazi dictator's Alpine residence in Germany.
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UK state pension: How does it compare with other countries?
Do British pensioners have it better or worse than those in other countries?
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California officials ordered by DoJ to set aside ‘likely’ noncitizen ballots
Letters from federal prosecutors represent latest escalation as Trump continues to make claims of voter fraud
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Family-run hotels group placed into administration after £2.8m HMRC tax dispute
A profitable family-run Scottish company operating eight hotels was placed into administration following an HMRC tax bill dispute.
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'I took my kids to Leeds’ wizard-themed golf and broom school'
I took my two children to Leeds’ magical mini golf attraction and one of them was completely 'spellbound'.
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As Trump fights over what America owes, slavery descendants organize for the future
Robin Rue Simmons has been working to address the legacy of slavery in the United States
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'You could be uninsured' - Cab boss issues airport transfer warning
Attempts to cut the cost of airport transfers can sometimes prove more expensive in the long run if passengers are not adequately protected.
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Ramaswamy accuses Acton of ‘lying’ about attack ad, but court records contradict mother’s claim – as it happened
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52 new homes approved 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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Georgia man charged with throwing Molotov cocktail at Atlanta ICE building
A 31-year-old Georgia man has been charged after he allegedly threw a Molotov cocktail at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in downtown Atlanta
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US is reducing staffing at 4 Middle East embassies over increased threats from Iran
The State Department says it will reduce staffing at four U.S. embassies in the Middle East after receiving intelligence that Iran has stepped up efforts to target American personnel in the region and elsewhere
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Typhoon Champi kills one and injures more than 500 in Taiwan as it heads to China
Super typhoon weakening but large parts of Taiwan, including Taipei, still mostly closed and flights cancelled
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Why bonds are back on the radar for income investors
As bond yields climb, investors are finding new income opportunities. Here's why many are taking a fresh look at fixed income
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Seven killed and 40 injured after gunmen open fire at church funeral in Jordan
Footage broadcast on state television showed two gunmen who appear to be holding pistols approaching the church and firing shots
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Helen Haines’s condition improves days after losing both legs from alleged attack
Independent MP now serious but stable, according to update from Melbourne’s Alfred hospital
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Finding balance with Tai Chi and why it's growing in popularity
A gentle form of exercise rooted in ancient tradition is helping residents find balance and calm.
