News & Politics
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James Bond: Jack Lowden and Callum Turner to screen test this weekend, reports say
Callum Turner and Jack Lowden "appear to be in the mix" of actors doing screen tests for the role.
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Herald Business LIVE: Today's top stories - October 23
Welcome to The Herald's Business live blog, where we’ll be bringing you the latest developments from across Scotland’s business industry.
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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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Bradford ranked among Yorkshire's worst places to exercise in new study
BRADFORD has been ranked among the worst places to exercise in Yorkshire and the Humber.
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Ukraine war live: Kyiv’s Starlink access remains limited despite Trump’s claims
Ukrainian military sources say they are yet to see any change in satellite internet speeds
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Warnings of 7-mile diversion as flood-prone road set to close for resurfacing
A road to the west of Skipton that is subject to flooding is set to be closed for resurfacing.
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Less product, same price: what is supermarket ‘shrinkflation’?
From chocolate bars to toothpaste, everyday products are getting smaller while prices stay the same. Known as “shrinkflation,” this is making groceries increasingly expensive for Europeans, who end up paying the same for less. #EuXl
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Met detective raped by fellow officer says police handling 'like being raped all over again'
Linda Williams was attacked by David Carrick, who was jailed in 2023 for sexual offences against 12 women.
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Southeast Asia's worst haze in over a decade sparks student protests
Thousands of students have staged days of demonstrations across Indonesia protesting the government’s response to toxic haze that has blanketed multiple cities and several other nations in Southeast Asia
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Gianni Infantino: Asian football chief gives Fifa president re-election lift
Gianni Infantino's hopes of being re-elected Fifa president are enhanced by an endorsement from the Asian Football Confederation.
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Durham NHS Trust faces £21.9m funding black hole months after 600 job cuts announced
An NHS trust facing mounting pressure has admitted its £22m funding gap is a "cause for concern", months after revealing plans to axe 600 jobs.
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El Salvador's planned release of some prisoners falls short for many families
Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele plans to release some prisoners detained during his government's crackdown on suspected gang members
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Machete-carrying Darlington cocaine dealer led police on dangerous e-bike chase
A machete-carrying drug dealer who led police on a dangerous e-bike chase through Darlington has been jailed for three years.
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What once-popular pub site is being transformed into by Bradford company
The development is expected to create 120 jobs and bring long-term economic and social benefits to the area.
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Historic pub goes on market just months after major rebrand
The pub has now been listed as available for lease, offering a new operator the chance to take over the site.
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New Zealand’s military chief steps down over ‘inappropriate relationship’
Air Marshal Tony Davies says he regrets not disclosing relationship
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Bradford cinema listings for this Saturday
BRADFORD has a packed Saturday slate across ODEON Bradford and The Light, with family animations, Halloween horror, thrillers, event cinema and late-night screenings
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Scottish Greens to debate motion to extend legal rights to polyamorous relationships
Hospital wards, mortgage lenders and divorce courts would all have to make room for polyamorous relationships under policy up for debate at the Scottish Greens conference.
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Darlington mum turns her dream into reality with new pottery studio opening soon
A new pottery studio has opened in Darlington after its founder turned a long-held dream into reality within weeks.
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Tanning salon 'disgusted' after customer 'leaves poo' on bed and walls
Northallerton salon Equinox Tanning Studio claims a customer left staff to clean excrement from a tanning bed and walls.
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BBC presenter quits after 35 years to become psychotherapist
Susie Fowler-Watt is one of the longest-serving presenters at the BBC
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Reader Q&A: what’s next for France? Ask our Europe columnists
Guardian Europe columnists Rokhaya Diallo and Alexander Hurst will be live taking questions from readers about the riots and protests in France at 3pm BST / 4pm CEST today
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'I'd vote for it again': Scotscraig captain still backs TALGC after Glen vote
Scotscraig captain George Heron says he would vote for the club's TALGC deal again, arguing that concerns over control and course access have not materialised
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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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UN climate fund promises $20 million for Nepal flood recovery, far short of billions needed
Disaster-hit Nepal will receive $20 million from the United Nations to help the Himalayan country recover from the devastating floods that killed thousands and destroyed buildings, schools, roads and dams resulting in billions of dollars of damages
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Calderdale College expands creative facilities at historic Dean Clough site
NEW art and design facilities have opened to support the next generation of creative talent
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Are Man Utd the unmanageable club?
The cycle of doom that has engulfed every Manchester United manager since Sir Alex Ferguson now has Michael Carrick in its unforgiving grip, writes Phil McNulty.
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Nine-day rail closure planned between Leeds and York - here's why
TRAIN services will be suspended for nine days during major improvement works
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'Generational rage': How young Europeans are fighting to be heard
From blockaded schools in Rome to tent camps in Madrid and street protests in France, young people across Europe are turning their anger on a political class they say is not listening.
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Erika Kirk blasts ‘absurd’ bid by Charlie Kirk’s accused killer to delay trial
Defense attorneys for the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk are suggesting a 2029 trial date, saying they could need several more years to prepare their case
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Win £300 in Waitrose and John Lewis vouchers in Stonebridge Homes prize draw
Autumn is here and, as the nights draw in, a familiar question starts to surface... where will you be spending Christmas?
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Grinch to bring festive mischief to North East Christmas village this winter
Newcastle Christmas Village runs November 21 to December 24, featuring Grinch shows, K-Pop Christmas, family entertainment and festive attractions, too.
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Global summit in Samarkand calls for better support for children
Experts interviewed by Euronews explained why improving children's lives requires more than simply expanding access to essential services.
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'Terrifying': Ukraine and Europe on edge as Trump takes Putin's side
Trump’s pivot towards Putin has reignited fears that Washington is pushing Ukraine towards capitulation, regardless of the consequences. Alarmed, Europeans are scrambling to get the peace talks back on track.
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Meghan says she was informed about 'disturbing allegations' against her father in 2018
The Duchess of Sussex issues a statement following reports her estranged father is being investigated over child sex abuse images in the Philippines.
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Reset the Rates: The Herald's campaign for fairer business rates - all stories here
The Herald’s Reset the Rates campaign investigates Scotland’s business rates crisis and calls for six major reforms to protect businesses, jobs and high streets. Read all of our coverage here.
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Tourists sleep outside temple in Egypt to catch a glimpse of pharaoh phenomenon
The illumination, a result of the temple's alignment with the sun, lasts about 20 minutes
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Council worker made redundant three days before 55th birthday misses out on £350k
Lee Henley, now 57, took the case to an employment tribunal claiming age discrimination
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A Ukrainian soldier blinded in war hopes to see his children again, in photos
Ukrainian soldier Mykola Kasiuk hopes to regain some vision after a battlefield land mine explosion left him nearly blind two years ago. After numerous operations, he is turning to visiting U.S. surgeons in Kyiv, hoping to see his children again.
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All staff lose jobs as County Durham firm founded by Sara Davies enters liquidation
All staff at Sara Davies' Crafter's Companion have been made redundant after the County Durham company entered liquidation following talks with Gemporia.
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New plans for building that 'won't win any architectural awards' approved
There had been a mixed response to the plans, with 89 support comments and 39 objections.
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Won a dream, got reality: why a German is selling his Haribo island
A private island, a log cabin and Canada on the doorstep: in 2005, Matthias R. from Bavaria won an unusual jackpot. Some 20 years on, he is looking for a buyer, as even wilderness needs upkeep - and it is a long way to go just for a short break. #EuropeNews
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Police officers joked about death of Paul Hardcastle’s son in crash
Paul Hardcastle, who is best known for his anti-war hit ‘19’, received an apology from Essex Police
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Jim Chalmers faces a world of hard choices where the solution to one problem makes the other worse
High inflation, low growth and rising unemployment can be added to the federal treasurer’s wall of worries
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UK business activity grows at fastest pace for eight months
New early figures showed that firms were boosted by the sharpest rise in new work for two years.
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Mexican official faces treason charge over secret CIA raid that left two agents dead
The clandestine raid on a drug laboratory in the northern state of Chihuahua in April
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Nine quirky advent calendars you can buy across the North East for Christmas 2026
From handmade chocolate and marshmallows to candles and beauty treats, these advent calendars offer something different.
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Homeowners issued warning before Storm Boelo hits North East
Residents are being urged to secure garden furniture, outdoor lights and other loose items before Storm Boelo arrives after yellow weather warning issued by Met Office.
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Full list of school closures as Storm Austen batters Britain
Thousands left without power in Cornwall as Storm Austen hits the UK
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Business leaders complete Great Wall challenge for North East autism charity
Teesside business leaders trek China’s Great Wall, raising £72,000 for Daisy Chain, supporting more than 8,000 autistic and neurodivergent people yearly.
