News & Politics
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Man arrested as police investigate alleged rape in York
Police are investigating an alleged rape in Walmgate, York.
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Judge’s one-word verdict as driver spared jail after man left blind in one eye
The victim said he has given up photography and cannot work full time
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Tsunami alert issued in Italy after 12 earthquakes hit Mediterranean coastline
The first earthquake struck at 11:40am on Friday with a magnitude of 3.3
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Name revealed of man charged with rape after serious incident at bus station
He has been charged with two counts of rape, sexual assault by penetration, and two counts of sexual assault.
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Nurse struck off after falsifying patients’ records to get herself weight loss jabs
The Nursing and Midwifery Council panel described Sarah Didymus's actions as ‘calculated and sophisticated’
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What's happening with parking bans in York after hundreds oppose them
A decision has been made on a raft of proposed parking restrictions in York after hundreds backed a call to stop them.
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Officer who shot and killed Black toddler in Mississippi resigns from police force
Hunter Foster fired at vehicle during a shoplifting call at a Walmart, killing one-year-old Kohen Wiley
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Inaugural World Shortbread Championship to take place in Scotland next month
The innagural World Shortbread Championship is set to take place in Scotland next month, with organisers today revealing the expert judging panel lineup.
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Designer brands including Stone Island and BOSS coming to North East outlet
Designer labels including Stone Island, BOSS and Moose Knuckles will feature at BADGE's new Dalton Park store.
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White House says Melania Trump brokers truce for Ukraine city 'on brink of disaster'
Ukraine and Russia confirm the truce in Russian-occupied Oleshky, where residents have had to eat garden weeds to survive.
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How Trevor Horn went from County Durham village to star 'who invented 80s'
Trevor Horn is set to return to his home region after going from a County Durham mining village to the very top of the global music industry.
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Special Light Night Leeds 2026 plans announced as event returns with big change
Light Night Leeds 2026 will be running on Wednesday, October 28 and Thursday, October 29
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'Nonsense': Fresh blow for Scottish Government over public service shake-up
The Scottish Government's public sector reform plans have faced more bruising criticism.
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Suspect arrested after 1 killed and several wounded in a shooting in Paris suburb
French authorities report that a shooting in a Parisian suburb on Friday left one person dead and several others wounded
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County Durham driver banned for three years after refusing police blood test
County Durham driver Stephen Drysdale, 56, banned for three years after refusing a police blood sample in Spennymoor.
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Experts warn of ‘real’ risk of turkey shortage this Christmas
About 30,000 birds will need to be culled following the outbreak in Northumberland and experts warn it was likely cases will rise
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Burnham suggests stocking up on tinned food and bottled water
The prime ministers says unexpected events seem to be becoming more common and it was wise to prepare.
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Scotland’s first EPIC cinema screen opens at Vue Livingston after refurbishment
Vue Livingston launches Scotland’s first EPIC cinema screen with Dolby Atmos, laser projection and luxury seating before closing November 30 for upgrades.
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Edinburgh Cashmere Christmas gift ideas: Thoughtful gifting in cashmere and lambswool
Christmas has a way of arriving in a series of small, recognisable scenes. The first window of the advent calendar is opened. Strings of lights go up across town squares and along shopping streets, wreaths appear on front doors, and the first carols drift out of shop doorways
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‘Andy is getting it done’, says Trump as he claims UK ‘opening up North Sea oil’
The US president has welcomed the go-ahead for the Jackdaw gas field, but appeared to think the project would tap oil.
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Pancaked floors, piles of concrete after Nairobi building collapse, in photos
A high-rise building under construction collapsed in Nairobi’s Eastleigh area, leaving a massive pile of concrete and floors pancaked on top of one another. Many people were feared trapped in the rubble following the collapse, which occurred along a busy commercial street crowded with traders and residents.
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Career criminal jailed for stealing 350-year-old map from National Maritime Museum
Melvin West, 70, still refuses to reveal the map’s whereabouts
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Mother who killed their three
Yasmeen Ali was charged with murder but admitted three charges of manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility
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Will ‘off the charts’ El Niño bring snow to the UK this winter?
El Niño could be the strongest the world has seen in the last four decades, as experts warn the UK isn’t immune from its impact
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This business hasn’t had a layoff in 75 years and other companies want to know why
Founded 75 years ago, the St Louis manufacturer has scaled to 1,300 employees and $400 million in sales without downsizing
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CCTV footage appears to show gunmen near church in Jordan
Dozens of people had been inside the church for a funeral when the shooting began, local media report.
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'Erasmus fiasco' as Edinburgh University to 'slash' study abroad team by 60 per cent
Staff fear the cuts will impact the university’s ability to participate in the Erasmus+ scheme when it returns next year.
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Pedestrian dies after being struck by HGV in Aberdeen
A pedestrian has died after being struck by a HGV in Aberdeen.
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France to deploy 70,000 police on Saturday to prevent civil unrest
Security forces to include elite units usually used for counter-terrorism after worst street violence in years
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Building trust across Asia: CICA's next chapter
The Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) brought together member states to discuss regional security, economic cooperation and shared challenges, with a focus on strengthening the organisation's role and turning dialogue into practical action. #Focus
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North East trampoline activity centre unveils £400,000 makeover in time for half term
Newcastle's revamped trampoline park has new activity zones, toddler and SEND sessions, plus birthday party packages.
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Oil spill washes up on UAE beaches after tanker strike
Satellite images show oil spreading for miles along the coastline, threatening local marine wildlife
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North East weather warning brought forward as Storm Boelo threatens 80mph gusts
A weather warning for the North East has been brought forward as Storm Boelo is set to bring powerful winds and heavy rain across the region this weekend.
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Live coverage of man being sentenced for Christmas Eve manslaughter of father
Live coverage of Willington man, Martin Greensmith, as he is sentenced for the manslaughter of his father Steven Shevels.
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Bukayo Saka: Arsenal fear forward could be out for two months
Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka could be sidelined for up to eight weeks with the quadriceps injury he suffered against Bayern Munich.
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EU parliament approves more safeguards for travellers in Europe
The European Parliament has given its final approval to a new set of safeguards for the 13 billion people who travel in Europe each year by plane, train, coach, bus or ferry.
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The great Ballon d'Or campaign - a race for football's biggest individual prize
The Ballon d'Or is football's greatest individual accolade - and the thirst to win it has grown in recent years.
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Police say no further investigation needed into Yes Scotland chief
Police say there is no reason to investigate Yes Scotland finances further
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Why driving through floodwaters can be deadly – and when to turn the car around
In England alone, there have been several high-profile deaths in recent years
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Voters verdict on Andy Burnham’s first 100 days show that good vibes are not enough
As Andy Burnham approaches his 100th day as prime minister, political editor David Maddox looks at why a third of those who expected him to be ‘good’ have been disappointed
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Harrogate gets mini tractors to boost winter snow response
Mini tractors will be stationed in Harrogate this winter to help clear snow from footpaths and areas larger vehicles cannot reach.
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Many feared trapped as a tall building collapses in Kenya
A multi-story building has collapsed in a busy commercial area of Kenya’s capital, and many people could be trapped beneath the rubble
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Belgium boosts heating-oil subsidies for vulnerable households
Belgium is stepping up targeted aid to shield vulnerable households from soaring energy costs, but the limited support may fall short as prices rise. #EuropeNews
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Fans flock to Greggs as popular festive bake lands in 200 North East shops
Greggs fans across the North East have rushed for their first festive bake of the season after the chain's second wave of Christmas products released on October 22.
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Leeds Bradford Airport rail station plans revived as £65m scheme moves forward
West Yorkshire Combined Authority will discuss the next steps needed to push forward with the station.
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Why should I stockpile and what will I need?
The UK government has warned households to have three days of essential supplies on hand.
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'Every farmer we met in the West Bank had been attacked by Israeli settlers'
Observers who were detained at an olive harvest in the Occupied Palestinian Territories have spoken out, as Israel prepares to fully close the West Bank
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NHS radiographer who left women feeling like 'pieces of meat' struck off
Oluwaseyi Idowu was referred to the tribunal after one patient suffered cuts, friction burns and pain
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Through pioneers and slow progress, America's relationship to women's sports continues to evolve
Women’s sports are gaining momentum across the U.S., with athletes and fans celebrating historic TV ratings and wins for equal opportunities and pay
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Hartlepool man jailed for murdering stepdaughter he was 'sexually obsessed' with
A Hartlepool man has today been jailed for life at Preston Crown Court with a minimum term of 35 years after being found guilty of murdering his stepdaughter, who he was sexually obsessed with.
