News & Politics
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Travellers at unauthorised North Yorkshire site launch appeal to remain on land
Occupants of the unauthorised traveller site in Hillam plan a Planning Inspectorate appeal as High Court extends injunction on work at the North Yorkshire site.
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Zelenskyy backs freezing front line as step towards Ukraine ceasefire
The Ukrainian leader insists Kyiv must have a seat at any negotiations and wants security guarantees from Washington and European allies, as a row over slowed SpaceX satellite services rumbles on.
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Three city tower blocks become firefighter training ground before getting ripped down
Lambton, Londonderry and Lumley Towers will host rescue, evacuation and smoke-filled training exercises before demolition.
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Rapist taxi driver's wife applies for her own taxi licence after controversy
Anne-Marie Brown, wife of convicted Inverness rapist taxi driver David Brown, applies for a taxi operator’s licence as Highland Council considers her case October 27.
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Athens building explosion leaves four injured after suspected backpack blast
The explosion at a building in central Athens occurred on Wednesday
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Duo with 'quirky look' and 'phenomenal musicianship' to headline Piece Hall
Known for their high-energy alt-indie rock, the duo has earned viral fame with a KEXP live session that has now surpassed 20 million views.
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Nine landmark luxury Scottish hotels put up for sale and early interest revealed
The nine landmark luxury Scottish hotels are up for sale, with the property agent revealing where the early interest has come from
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New jobs up for grabs at North Yorkshire factory making one million sausages a day
A North Yorkshire food firm producing around one million sausages every day is creating a string of new jobs as it continues to expand.
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How Jackdaw gas field ignites row over climate change and costs
How Jackdaw ignites arguments over climate and costs
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Booking.com under investigation by EU regulators over fake listings and scams
European Commission calls accommodation website’s approach to fraudulent listings and phishing scams as ‘absolutely substandard’
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Man, 45, charged with burglary and driving whilst disqualified in North Yorkshire
A 45-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of burglary in Harrogate.
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Reform UK fined for failing to declare it was publisher of campaigns material
Party given additional penalty by Electoral Commission for not paying original fine on time
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The UK green belt ‘battlegrounds’ set to see the most new houses under Labour plans
Ministers revealed earlier this year that green belt land will developed on ‘in exceptional circumstances’
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Red Lobster baits diners with new $12.99 deal — and yes, it involves shrimp
Deal includes two shrimp flavors, side, signature biscuits and warm brownie sundae
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Fury of French youth explodes across borders: Bel Trew unpacks the chaos
Battles near the Louvre, graffiti over Place de la République, protests along the Champs-Élysées, and shopkeepers trying to fight off looters and plumes of tear gas. Long-standing fury from youth in France has exploded into these fiery scenes. Rage has spread across borders, with protests erupting in Italy, Spain, Portugal and Albania. Why is this happening, and what does it mean? The Independent's Chief International Correspondent unpacks the chaos as more protests are planned.
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Will Jackdaw cut your energy bills?
BBC Verify's Ben Chu explains why energy prices are so high, and what Jackdaw could mean for your bills.
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Iran and Russia exploiting France riots to weaken the West, say researchers
Government, police, and intelligence sources claim foreign agitators helped whip up the violence during Saturday’s widespread protests
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Hull East MP Karl Turner has Labour whip restored on 'probationary basis'
Karl Turner has had the Labour whip restored on a “probationary basis” after apologising for “the offence I may have caused colleagues” following public disagreements about Government plans to curb jury trials.
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Trump’s special envoy tells Vladimir Putin he is a ‘humanitarian’
Steve Witkoff, the United States’ special envoy, lauded Russian autocrat Vladimir Putin as a “humanitarian” for releasing a “wrongfully detained” American as Moscow continued bombing civilians in Ukraine. “You talk so much about my president, President Trump, being a humanitarian. You are a humanitarian also, sir, and I salute that, I commend you, and I thank you again,” said Witkoff in a clip posted by Russian state media as he met with Putin in St Petersburg. Witkoff is continuing attempts to bring Russia and Ukraine to the negotiating table, after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday (October 20). On Wednesday, Russia released 74-year-old teacher Stephen James Hubbard, who had been held for four years over claims he was a Ukrainian mercenary. Russia has continued its bombing of Ukraine, killing 328 civilians in September alone.
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'Lefty and proud': Spain's Sánchez hits back at Argentina's Milei
Javier Milei has again attacked Pedro Sánchez during a visit to Madrid, where he will meet Isabel Díaz Ayuso. Sánchez replied on X, defending his left-wing stance in a fresh war of words between the two leaders. #EuropeNews
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Haitian migrants changed this town - Trump's deportation drive is reshaping it again
The president thrust Springfield, Ohio, into the spotlight with a false pet-eating claim - years later, it remains at the heart of the immigration debate.
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24-year-old Kansas man arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot Donald Trump
Jaden J Read was arrested after federal authorities say he posted threats online before president’s Wichita rally
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Israeli military detain US and UK volunteers in West Bank including Democratic NY politician Brad Lander
About 80 US, Israeli and British volunteers held near Nahalin in West Bank and taken to police station
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Kremlin open to new Ukraine peace talks as Russia frees US teacher
Moscow says Putin, Trump and Xi will meet in Shenzhen next month after "constructive" talks with US envoy Steve Witkoff, while a US diesel deal easing sanctions on Russia has angered Kyiv and European capitals.
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Foreign actors exploited Europe’s riots, did not start them
There is so far no evidence that foreign powers caused Europe’s riots, only that they exploited them, despite politicians blaming online manipulation for them. Brussels has refused to act, citing a lack of evidence.
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GOP strategists begging Trump to stay in White House and not campaign: report
President Donald Trump’s presence in the field not universally popular, with some GOP operatives wishing he would keep a lower profile this midterms cycle
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Ex civil servant opens dream independent bookshop and café in Darlington
A new independent bookshop and café is set to open in Darlington Market after its owner decided it was time to turn a long-held ambition into reality.
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Russia says it has detained a German who faces charges for serving in Ukrainian army
Russia's top domestic security agency says it has detained a German national who is alleged to have served in the Ukrainian army
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What difference will the Jackdaw gas field make?
Business editor Simon Jack explains how the project will work, and the impact it could have on energy supply and security.
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EU Prosecutors raid far-right PfE's offices in €4 million funds scanda
The searches are linked to an probe into the alleged misuse of more than €4 million by the now-defunct Identity and Democracy group, whose debts Patriots for Europe could be forced to repay.
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Trump tariff refund helps Adidas reach record quarterly profit
A whopping 200 million euros worth of previously collected tariffs, paid back to Adidas by the US government, pushed the German sportswear giant's profits to a new peak in the previous quarter.
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What does the government’s Jackdaw decision mean for Rosebank?
Rosebank is Britain’s largest remaining untapped oil field, located about 80 miles north west of the Shetland Islands
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Exciting new burger bar to open in Leeds city centre
Work is currently ongoing ahead of the exciting new opening
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Woman told Russell Brand he 'treated her like an animal', court hears
The comedian and actor is on trial for charges including rape and sexual assault, which he denies.
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Trump’s approval rating drops to 36% two weeks before midterms, poll finds
Voters disapprove of Trump’s handling of economy and cost of living, says poll in new low recorded by NY Times/Siena
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Besieged Yemeni city on verge of ‘unmanageable’ crisis, aid workers warn
Water and fresh food running out in Taiz as fighting intensifies and Houthi advance cuts off most supply routes
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Heavy rain warning for Glasgow as Storm Austen blows in
Heavy rain brought by Storm Austen is set to sweep across large parts of Scotland on Friday, with forecasters warning of possible flooding and travel disruption.
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Taiwan charges five men over plot to run over comedian for his Xi Jinping jokes
Person named ‘K’ from China paid five defendants to injure Huang Yi-hao, New Taipei prosecutors say
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EU probes Booking.com over fake listings and phishing scams
There is no fixed legal deadline for the investigation to conclude, but Booking.com can propose measures to address the European Commission's concerns. #EuropeNews
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Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Husband and wife charged in shooting death of teen driving to St Louis Halloween party
Alyssa Wilson, 17, was driving to a party at city zoo when prosecutors say Willie Herndon fired a gun at her car
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Epstein lawyer and accountant ‘knowingly participated’ in his sex trafficking: suit
Attorney General Raúl Torrez targets Darren Indyke and Richard Kahn in first state enforcement action against Epstein associates
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North East pottery couple launch craft hub for community projects
North East pottery couple Alan and Valerie Dunnighan launch Wear Crafts CIC at the BIC, offering community workshops, local makers’ space and creative activities.
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Overnight house fire sparks emergency response in Bradford home
The incident was initially reported as a "persons reported" fire, prompting an urgent response from emergency services.
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New Mexico sues Epstein attorney and accountant, accuses them of hiding sex trafficking operation
New Mexico’s attorney general has filed a lawsuit against Jeffrey Epstein’s attorney and accountant
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Tories slam ‘unfair’ YouTube tax plan as millions abandon BBC licence fee
Exclusive: The Tories have broken their silence on plans to extend the licence fee to streaming services as data shows millions are planning to stop paying for the BBC
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Reform reports ITV and journalists to police over undercover racism sting
Reform staff and volunteers were ‘psychologically manipulated and damaged by ITV’s undercover reporters’
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National Express owner in talks over £282m takeover deal
Mobico shares jumped by around 33% to 39.5p after the talks were confirmed on Wednesday morning.
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Bird flu confirmed at North East poultry farm as surveillance zone introduced
A North East poultry farm has been placed under strict disease controls after bird flu was confirmed, with all birds on the affected site set to be culled.
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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.
