News & Politics
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Edinburgh’s Ricks bar and boutique hotel to reopen after major refurbishment
Edinburgh cocktail bar and boutique hotel Ricks will reopen on October 31, 2026, after a Montpeliers refurbishment with seasonal British food and cocktails.
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Man arrested after viral video of David Amess statue ‘being spat on’
A spokesperson for the family of Sir David said they were ‘deeply upset by what they have seen’
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Ligue 1: PSG v Lyon at Parc des Princes moved to Monday as Paris prepares for another weekend of protests
Paris St-Germain's Ligue 1 match against Lyon at the Parc des Princes is pushed back 24 hours as the French capital prepares for another weekend of protests.
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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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Timeline: How Meghan Markle’s relationship with her father has changed
Thomas Markle, who is estranged from his daughter Meghan, has been accused of child sexual abuse
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Police confirm they are not investigating Thomas Markle over ‘disturbing allegations’
The force said they were making internal inquiries regarding a letter passed to the Duchess of Sussex in 2018
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US State Department issues warning to NFL fans in Paris ahead of game
A weekend event for Steelers fans has been canceled because of security concerns
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Opposition deepfake video sparks outrage in Spain ahead of election
Video shows AI likenesses of people linked to Pedro Sánchez’s Socialist party appearing to admit to wrongdoing
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Sturgeon: Scottish culture held back by 'cringe factor', red tape and risk aversion
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has warned Scotland is lagging well behind other countries over the championing and promotion of its own culture.
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Glimpses of landscape’s secrets to be revealed by 'curious keeper of the land'
THIS weekend people will be able to experience a piece of art that uses Shipley Glen as its canvas.
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LIV Golf: Ian Poulter becomes latest star to leave breakaway tour
Ian Poulter wants to help his sons become professional golfers and develop his YouTube channel as he announces his exit from LIV Golf.
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Trump-backed candidate makes pivot after calling out JD Vance over Ramaswamy ad
‘I never called the VP ridiculous,’ Ashley Hinson wrote. ‘What’s ridiculous is the media’s characterization of his comments and of mine’
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Pick-your-own flower farm seeks longer opening after breaching rules in first season
The Flower Belt near Ripon seeks permission to open from May 1 to November 10 after breaching planning rules, with public backing for flowers, events and jobs.
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Coronation Street star coming to Teesside for iconic 80s cult classic comedy
Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan is heading to Billingham in 2027 to star in Rita, Sue & Bob Too alongside Jake Quickenden.
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Millions around the world are starving. Here’s what the UK needs to be doing
Britain should use its G20 presidency to make the case that preventing conflict and hunger is central to a safer and more resilient world, writes Jean-Michel Grand
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FTSE 100 slips as oil price hits five-month high
Oil and gas prices have risen strongly this week, adding to worries about high inflation weighing on economic growth around the world.
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World’s first mRNA cancer jab for melanoma cuts risk of death by 42%
The study included more than 1,100 people with high-risk melanoma that had been surgically removed.
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A Bosnian man rescued an abandoned bear cub. Now they're inseparable
Masa the bear and Petar Tubic have formed an unlikely friendship on Bosnia's Mount Ozren
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It’s an AI-proof, in-demand profession - and people are leaving in droves
Driven off front lines by severe burnout and physical threats, tens of thousands of experienced nurses are moving to telehealth, urgent care and outpatient clinics
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North East Ambulance Service wins Gold for equality and inclusion work
North East Ambulance Service wins Gold in the 2026 TIDE benchmark, ranking sixth nationally for equality, diversity, inclusion and accessible healthcare.
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Dad kicked ex in stomach and launched Smirnoff Ice at window in attack 'rampage'
A dad-of-two who kicked his ex-girlfriend in the stomach in a "rampage of criminal damage” has been jailed.
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Father and son charged with illegal gold mining in California: ‘This is not 1849’
Gregory Arnoldi Jr and his father allegedly constructed an illegal dirt road along Keystone Creek in Sierra County
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Allegations against Thomas Markle Sr challenge media’s Meghan narrative
Duchess of Sussex’s decision to cut ties with elderly father cast in new light as he faces sexual abuse image claims
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E9X: The battery-powered passenger plane flying up to 1,000 kilometres
Flying without kerosene is no longer just a dream, with pilots being trained to fly electric planes in the Netherlands. Before long, these battery-powered planes could be carrying 90 passengers and flying distances of up to 1,000 kilometres. #MadeInEurope
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Scottish mental health hub supports more than 8,500 visitors in first year
The Nook, a free walk-in mental health hub in Glasgow run by SAMH, has welcomed more than 8,500 visitors in its first year as the charity seeks funding to expand across Scotland.
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France bolsters security as businesses brace for renewed protests
A massive security operation has been deployed across France for major protests on Saturday. Businesses across the country remain tense following violence which overshadowed peaceful demonstrations last weekend. #EuropeNews
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Video. Storm Austen batters France and UK with winds of up to 160 km/h
Video. Huge waves, uprooted trees and damaged boats mark Storm Austen's arrival in France and the UK. Gusts of up to 160 km/h have battered Brittany, while fallen branches have blocked roads in southern England.
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Thief targets popular shop in York
North Yorkshire Police has released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to following a 'theft' at a whisky shop in York.
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Melinda French Gates and John Swinney pay tribute at Sir Ian Wood service
Melinda French Gates and John Swinney were among those who paid tribute to the life of businessman Sir Ian Wood at a memorial service in Aberdeen on Friday.
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Tommy Robinson jury told not to ‘live in vigilante world’ over verdict
Tommy Robinson is accused of harassing two Daily Mail journalists, causing them fear of violence
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Taxi driver threatened by group at knifepoint in Teesside robbery attempt
A taxi driver was threatened by three men at knifepoint during an attempted robbery in Billingham on Thursday (October 22).
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Helium named a critical material by US amid worries over global supply
Helium is the 20th critical material identified by DOE
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Man who asked judge not to lock him up so he could go on holiday jailed
A man who asked a judge not to lock him up so he could go on holiday has been jailed for more than nine years.
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UAE diplomat running for UN chief faces questions over her country's support for Sudan rebels
Lana Nusseibeh, a diplomat from the United Arab Emirates, is the newest contender for United Nations secretary-general
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Trump drops jaws with support for Vivek Ramaswamy’s ‘moral dumpster fire’ attack ad
President Trump has heaped praise onto the ad, even claiming: ‘I only wish I could have had an ad like that against somebody’
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Terror probe underway after person killed in ‘Islamophobic’ shooting
A 12-year-old girl is among the people injured after a gunman opened fire
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Everything to know about Teesside Park: Shops, entertainment and an unusual border
Everything you need to know about Teesside Park, from shops, restaurants and opening times to free parking, bus routes, its racecourse past and more.
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Trump DOJ charges ex-FBI officials who briefed Congress on Hunter Biden laptop
Kash Patel accuses former intelligence specialists of lying to Congress about bureau’s role in laptop investigation
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Pope Leo accepts honorary title from King Charles
Charles and the Queen met the Pope on this day last year during a state visit to the Vatican
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White House ballroom construction progress seen in aerial footage
Donald Trump’s administration has released aerial footage showing the construction progress on the White House ballroom. Deputy Chief of Staff Dan Scavino shared the video on X, which he said was filmed from Marine One during a flyover on the president’s journey to Joint Base Andrews. The original East Wing of the White House was demolished in October 2025 to make way for the 90,000-square-foot facility, proceeding without congressional authorization. Trump has defended the project, arguing it will offer a secure location for state visits, official ceremonies and inaugurations. In February 2025, the ballroom’s cost was estimated at $100m. The figure later rose to $250m and has since grown to $600m.
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Elvana to bring Elvis-Nirvana mash-up to North East for Halloween show
Elvana brings its Elvis Presley and Nirvana mash-up to Anarchy Brewery, Newcastle, on October 31, for a Halloween show with fancy dress and special ale.
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Disappointment as Halloween party cancelled due to 'low ticket sales'
A Halloween event has been cancelled after organisers struggled to sell enough tickets.
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Late invites and spats leave Magyar’s 1956 event short of leaders
Hungarian PM Péter Magyar had hoped to host top leaders in Budapest for the 70th anniversary of the 1956 revolution. But last-minute invitations and spats with Paris and Kyiv kept Macron, Tusk and Zelenskyy away, leaving only EU chiefs Ursula von der Leyen and António Costa attending. #EuropeNews
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Future of historic house once described as 'Scotland's most at risk building' secured
The future of an historic house once described as Scotland’s most at risk building has been secured after Scottish Ministers confirmed its ownership would be taken over by Midlothian Council.
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County Durham man given conditional discharge after interfering with car
A County Durham man has been given a conditional discharge after admitting interfering with a car with the intention of committing theft.
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Stanningley Bypass set for closures for 20 days - Leeds council statement
The major road is set to close for 20 days
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Police investigate rape near city walls in York
A woman was raped in York last night (Thursday). Police were called to near the city walls on Walmgate at about 10.45pm. A man in his 40s was arrested at the scene. He has since been released on conditional police bail. A North Yorkshire...
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Brazil presidential election dogged by alleged bias by Meta AI tools
Supporters of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva have accused Meta of interfering in Brazil’s election by making it easier to generate campaign content promoting his rival, Flávio Bolsonaro
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Fears of 'parking wars' in York village as decision on restrictions made
A decision has been made on a parking ban in a York village amid fears it will ignite a war for spaces.
