News & Politics
-
North East music festival donation helps Kielder osprey volunteers thrive
Redefest donates £500 to Northumberland Wildlife Trust’s Kielder Osprey Watch, supporting local volunteers helping visitors spot ospreys at Kielder Water.
-
MP vows to fight Bishop Auckland Hospital ward closure as Christmas deadline looms
Bishop Auckland MP Sam Rushworth opposes plans to close Ward 7 before Christmas, warning of the impact on patients, families and NHS staff.
-
Durham Indian with award-winning chef who brings 'magic' to creating delicious food
Spice Lounge Durham chef Nur Hussain has been crowned Chef of the Year at the National Curry Awards 2026.
-
255 grammar school students trained to save lives through CPR campaign
More than 250 Year 9 students at Prince Henry’s Grammar School, Otley, learned CPR and AED use from Yorkshire Ambulance Service for Restart a Heart Day.
-
Two girls, both 15, accused of plotting mass shooting at California high school
The teenagers, who attend separate schools in Riverside County, are suspected of conspiring to carry out an attack at Corona High School on an unspecified future date
-
Food manufacturer evacuated after fire crews discover 'fumes'
The fire service said: “We were called at 1.46pm, and on arrival, crews found fumes caused by overheated cables."
-
Polish teenager, 16, suspected of plotting massacre
A 16-year-old suspected of plotting a massacre has been detained by police in Warsaw, Poland. Investigators believe the teenager was preparing to kill multiple people. Officers searching his home discovered what they described as "an entire arsenal of dangerous items". #EuropeNews
-
Russia says it is ready to resume talks with Ukraine and US to end war
The announcement came after Russian President Vladimir Putin met US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff in St Petersburg.
-
Royal Mail must improve or face government action, Burnham warns
Andy Burnham said the postal service had been 'unacceptable for far too long' as it has struggled to meet its targets to deliver letters
-
Government urged to ‘come clean’ on new alcohol tag scheme
The SCRAM alcohol monitoring bracelet had a 97 per cent success rate with offenders but is being replaced by a new model
-
Israeli forces detain and then release US congressional candidate at West Bank harvest
Israeli forces have detained Democratic congressional candidate Brad Lander as he helped Palestinian farmers harvest olives in the West Bank
-
Eurozone debt climbs to 88.8% of GDP as Italy closes in on Greece
Government debt in the eurozone rose to 88.8% of GDP in the second quarter of 2026, with Italy closing in on Greece, the most indebted member state, and France's debt climbing to 119.1% as its borrowing costs topped 5%.
-
Council leader asks prime minister to meet him over plans for asylum centre near York
The leader of North Yorkshire Council has asked prime minister Andy Burnham to meet him to discuss controversial plans for a new asylum centre to be built at the former RAF Linton-on-Ouse.
-
Strictly's Craig Revel Horwood and Paul Chuckle to star in North East Sister Act tour
Craig Revel Horwood and Paul Chuckle join the cast of Sister Act, which will arrive in Sunderland during its UK tour.
-
Q&A: What do Germany's tougher language test rules mean for you?
Germany is tightening the requirements for passing one of the main language exams for immigrants from November 1st. What does that mean for people planning to apply for citizenship, permanent residence or an integration course certificate?
-
County Durham woman repeatedly stole from Co-op to fund drug addiction
A drug user stole from the same shop to fund her addiction, a court was told.
-
The police sergeant was found guilty after having 'risky' public sex
A police sergeant who appeared on a popular TV documentary has been found guilty of gross misconduct after he had 'risky' public sex with a probationary officer.
-
Person dies near busy station - LNER warns of rail disruption all day
A person has died on the East Coast Main Line which has caused major disruption to rail services on the network.
-
Putin orders release of jailed American as he meets Trump envoy for Ukraine talks
Russia frees Stephen Hubbard after US request while Steve Witkoff praises Putin, wanted by ICC as war criminal, as a ‘humanitarian’
-
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
-
Campaigners race to save Durham County Hall mural as demolition deadline nears
Campaigners fighting to save a historic mural from demolition have issued a fresh update, describing the project as being at a "crucial" stage.
-
New viaducts could be built for new Bradford Interchange station, says Transport Minister
New viaducts may need to be built in Bradford if the planned new rail station at Bradford Interchange is to be a through station, according to the Secretary of State for Transport.
-
Driver is fatally shot while crossing the George Washington Bridge
Police say a 46-year-old man was fatally shot as he drove over the George Washington Bridge
-
Teenager arrested on suspicion of drink driving after car overturns in Stockton
A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of drink driving after a car overturned on Greens Lane in Hartburn, Stockton.
-
Saudi capital's airport opens to limited traffic, and other Mideast news
There were only a few flights by Saudi carriers from the Saudi capital's airport on Wednesday, even as Saudi authorities declared it's open for business
-
'Broadcasting is changing at breakneck speed': BBC Scotland host defends channel axe
Debate Night presenter Stephen Jardine has defended the closure of the BBC Scotland TV channel citing the 'breakneck speed' of changing viewing habits.
-
Person dies near busy station - LNER warns of rail disruption all day
A person has died on the East Coast Main Line which has caused major disruption to rail services on the network.
-
Jackdaw: Will it cut energy bills and how much gas will it provide?
BBC Verify looks at what the Jackdaw decision means for bills, energy security and the environment.
-
Aberfan survivors' emotional memories 60 years on
Four people who were children at the time of the Aberfan disaster recall the moment when a coal waste tip collapsed 60 years ago.
-
Australian politicians say they are paying thousands for their own security upgrades amid rising threats
Home and office safety a common concern in Australian federal police and Asio safety briefings with politicians following alleged attack on MP Helen Haines
-
Home Office lifts deportation order for man, 62, who has lived in UK for 50 years
Department drops efforts to return Tony Hall to Barbados, a country he left at 12 and where he has no living relatives
-
Over 500 in South Africa sickened in outbreak linked to poor water quality
Over 500 people in South Africa have fallen ill from a gastrointestinal illness linked to poor water quality in two cities
-
Youths seen 'throwing food at passing cars and people' in this town centre
A local resident said youths had been throwing food from a nearby churchyard.
-
Aberfan disaster: Royal Family pay respects to 'most tragic of days imaginable'
In total 116 children and 28 adults were killed when a colliery spoil tip collapsed on 21 October 1966.
-
Toxic chemical leak sparks mass evacuation as mysterious haze blankets Ohio city
Some Ohio residents have been ordered to evacuate because of the release of a chemical that can cause burning of the eyes, nose, mouth and skin
-
DWP state pension triple lock pay rise confirmed - but with three huge catches
Harvery Jones wades in with good news for state pensioners but there are triple lock disappointments too
-
Country votes to bring back death penalty just six years after abolishing it
Capital punishment will again be used for crimes including terrorism, espionage, and treason
-
Scottish Government urged to take stake in offshore wind as profits soar
The Scottish Government has been urged to take a public stake in future offshore projects after Scottish Power's parent company reported profits of more than £2billion
-
27 people fall ill after Salmonella outbreak tied to raw oysters
The bacterial infection can cause bloody diarrhea, a high fever and vomiting to the point people can’t keep liquids down
-
Here's what passengers think of John Swinney's plans for the bus network
Bus users in Glasgow have shared their opinions on the Scottish Government's latest public transport plans, as buses could return to public control
-
WATCH - Man, 21, arrested after losing wheel in police chase
A 21-year-old driver who led North Yorkshire Police on an early-morning Knottingley chase has been charged with multiple offences.
-
‘This Is Not a Drill’: Critical PHP Vulnerabilities Are Setting the Internet on Fire
The PHP Foundation has revealed two serious vulnerabilities that could impact millions of websites. Security experts warn that failure to quickly patch the flaws could have dire consequences.
-
Glee reboot: The US high school musical comedy-drama is to return on Hulu and Disney+
Ryan Murphy's popular musical comedy-drama is set to return on Hulu and Disney+ after a decade away.
-
Moving communities forward through innovation, sustainability, service and growth
THE ARTICLES ON THESE PAGES ARE PRODUCED BY BUSINESS REPORTER, WHICH TAKES SOLE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CONTENTS
-
Indian restaurant wants to increase seating capacity to meet growing demand
In recent years, the business, which serves authentic Indian and Kashmiri cuisine, has picked up a number of accolades.
-
Much-loved man dies in tragic flat fire - sister pays emotional tribute
The 59-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene, the police has confirmed.
-
PM finally approves Jackdaw drilling – but energy secretary ‘set to reject Rosebank’
A ruling on Rosebank - which would emit around seven times the carbon of Jackdaw and would produce oil that would mainly be exported - is expected later this year
-
Shamed top US-based neurosurgeon jailed for sex assault at city nightclub
A shamed top neurosurgeon who carried out a 'predatory' sex attack on a woman at a nightclub was jailed today for two years.
-
One person in hospital after crash that blocked off County Durham crossroads
One person was taken to hospital after a crash at Waldridge Road crossroads, Edmondsley, near Chester-le-Street, this morning (October 21).
-
Police launch appeal after 'violent incident' on board North Yorkshire bus
North Yorkshire Police has launched an appeal following a violent incident on the 7A bus from Scarborough to Eastfield.
