News & Politics
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Balaclavas could face restrictions under council plans to help 'everyone feel safe'
New South Tyneside proposals could let officers challenge balaclavas used to conceal identity during crime or anti-social acts.
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Rail lines to close as amber warning issued for Scotland
Rail lines in the west and north of Scotland are to close during Storm Boelo, with speed restrictions also being introduced across the country as strong winds and heavy rain move in.
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21 vehicles removed from this Bradford area - here's why
The force says vehicles that are not taxed can be seized, and owners may face additional costs to recover them.
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Watch the moment Dutch duo beat Bradford jeweller during 'terrifying' £20,000 raid
TWO ROBBERS who beat a Bradford jeweller in his own shop in an “absolutely terrifying” targeted raid have been jailed.
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Could France's bond turmoil force the ECB's hand?
The European Central Bank is expected to hold rates next week as France's bond sell-off tightens borrowing conditions across the eurozone, while ECB President Christine Lagarde has made clear that the first steps to tackle French debt woes must come from Paris, not Frankfurt.
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Man jailed for murder of stepdaughter he was sexually obsessed with
Nathan Owens was described as ‘despicable’ in court
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White-supremacist teen admits raft of terror charges, including neo-Nazi manifesto
Damian Woolfenden also admitted to possessing documents on firearms and making bombs
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The tax rises and cuts to expect from the Budget – from inheritance to capital gains
The chancellor is preparing to deliver his first Budget on October 28
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How will the Israeli election work and when will the result be announced?
Netanyahu is facing a tight race with Yashar’s Gadi Eisenko, a former head of the Israel Defence Forces (IDF)
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Ex-FBI official who briefed Congress on 2020 foreign interference is charged, her lawyers say
Lawyers say a former FBI intelligence official who specialized in foreign election interference has been charged by the Justice Department
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Scientists edit human DNA inside the body for the first time
Experts hope technique could pave the way for faster and cheaper genetic therapies
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YouTuber Jack Doherty sued over alleged livestream attack orchestrated for views
Chase Cameron Gardella alleges that Doherty, 23, encouraged bodyguard Justin “Kane Kongg” Goslee to assault him
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Coastguard helicopter and two lifeboats scramble to Hartlepool as storm moves in
Coastguard teams from Hartlepool and Seaham joined two lifeboats in a search near Hartlepool before the alert was traced inland.
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'Rent' musical celebrates its 30th Broadway anniversary with a starry show: 'No day but today'
The iconic musical "Rent" is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a special benefit performance
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Millions of mothers still don’t have clean water to give birth. It’s time to act
In my home country of Ethiopia, 45 per cent of healthcare facilities function without a water supply, and 60 per cent have either no or a limited level of sanitation, writes Frehiwot Gebrewold
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Farage would lose head-to-head contest to every UK political leader except Polanski
Reform leader even beaten by the head of the party that has outflanked his on the right, Restore’s Rupert Lowe
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Melania Trump claims to have secured ceasefire for single Ukrainian town
The White House said the ceasefire in the ‘frontline war city on the brink of disaster’ will begin next week
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China aims to build ‘fertility-friendly society’ as birth rate plummets again
China should build a “fertility-friendly society” with policies supporting marriage, childbirth and childrearing, the country’s State Council has pledged.
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How residents in flood-prone areas are rejecting traditional ideas of resilience
Who should bear responsibility for managing the consequences of climate change?
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Melania Trump secures ceasefire in Russian-occupied city of Oleshky
The agreement, due to take effect on 29 October, is intended to allow humanitarian aid and civilian evacuations in a city where residents have endured years of Russian occupation, severe food shortages and dangerous attempts to escape.
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Which is really England’s oldest pub? Tree-ring dating helps settle debate
Historic England archaeologist says some inns’ claims to date back 1,000 years are inaccurate and oldest dates from 1400s
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Ross Greer lifts lid on Greens financial woes and outlines Budget demands from SNP
Ross Greer lifts the lid on how the Scottish Greens borrowed £150,000 and scraped donations of £5 and £10 to fight the Holyrood election, as members gather in Inverness to debate the party's financial future.
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Storm warning upgraded to 'danger to life' amber alert
The bad weather is set to last 24 hours
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What are the accusations against Meghan Markle’s father Thomas?
The Duchess of Sussex said she was ‘deeply distressed’ over child sex image accusations against her father
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Car STUCK in massive puddle on Bradford road - what we know so far
Several cars have been spotted struggling around the water.
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Trump’s plan to make the midterms all about him is backfiring, poll finds
Democratic voters are more motivated to vote against the president in the Nov. 3 elections than Republicans are to turn out in support of him, the poll found
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42 apartments plan submitted for site in town centre - full details
The proposals include 42 apartments, communal facilities, landscaped gardens and parking.
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Trump team files lawsuit to block certification of Alaska Senate race
Many in both parties believe the midterm fight could come down to Alaska, where Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan faces Democrat Mary Peltola
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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.
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Trump berates ‘horrible little’ female reporter in fit over Vivek foe’s mom
Trump doubles down on support for Amy Acton’s mom, who stood by her late husband as he was indicted for raping her then-teen daughter
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Boy injured after being attacked for 'challenging man urinating in street'
Police have issued an appeal to find a suspect described as a "tall, fat, bald man with a beard".
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Popular pub's reopening sparks unexpected row before first pint is even poured
The pub invited customers to "grab a drink, bring your friends and family" and celebrate the occasion.
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Video. France: shops barricaded in Lyon and Orléans for possible unrest as protests loom
Video. Wooden boards are going up across France as shopkeepers brace for possible unrest. With a National Rally congress in Orléans and protests approaching in Lyon, businesses fear damage and disruption.
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Oil price rises above $117 a barrel amid fears US will renew strikes on Iran
Brent crude increase follows Tehran threatening retaliatory attacks on Gulf refineries and datacentres
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How a wrong turn led a stranger to ‘save 14 from a house fire’
Member of saved family says of stranger: ‘Something kept bringing him down our road’
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What are ya — yellow? The rubber duck carries filaments of American history in its 'feathers'
It’s not just a squishy noisemaker
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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.
