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Starbucks launches 2 new drinks in UK supermarkets this month
Starbucks is adding two new drinks to its supermarket on-the-go range and they're two matcha flavours.
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Peta Murphy called for gambling reform three years ago. Her husband says Labor’s changes fall ‘well short’
The government’s gambling ad changes are expected to pass the Senate on Wednesday night or Thursday morning with the Coalition’s support
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Video. Latest news bulletin | August 19th, 2026 – Morning
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 19th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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New alcohol sales licence sought for shop in County Durham village - public notice
S&R Retailing Ltd has applied to Durham County Council for a licence to sell alcohol for consumption off the premises at a shop on Front Street,…
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Girl fights for her life in hospital after three family members die in beach tragedy
A younger girl from the same family is in a critical condition in hospital after the emergency
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Andy Burnham to lead UK growth from No 10 North in major power shift
The Prime Minister is expected to work at No 10 North once each week during his premiership
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'I moved 4,000 miles from Indian to Durham - the culture shocks were scary'
Ankita Joshi moved from India to Durham to study and is now building an online following by sharing the UK's everyday culture shocks, from…
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Chinese maker of backflipping robots sees shares soar sixfold on stock market debut
Unitree Robotics drew wide attention earlier this year when its G1 models performed backflips and martial arts at China's Spring Festival Gala
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British motorsport team enters administration after major victory on track
Cataclean Plato Racing had only just won its first major race in early August before it entered into administration.
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North Pennines exhibition explores farming and nature through art
An exhibition exploring the connection between farming and nature has opened at Bowlees Visitor Centre in County Durham, featuring work by five…
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Afghan farmers turn their grapes into raisins after border closures slash fruit exports to Pakistan
Sporadic fighting between Afghanistan and Pakistan has left the border between the countries closed to trade
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Shares in humanoid robot firm Unitree surge 600% on Chinese stock market debut
Company’s robots have gained global fame via videos of them performing martial arts and as dancers for pop stars
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Iran war live: Tehran ‘threatens to attack Europe’ if Trump escalates conflict
UAE blames Iran for ballistic missile launches targeting shipping in region
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Bradford house prices revealed: Where values have risen and fallen most
HOUSE prices have surged by 44 per cent in one area of Bradford, according to a new report.
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Two North East footpaths to close after burst pipe causes hole - public notice
Redcar and Cleveland Council will temporarily close Footpath No. 2 in Eston and Footpath No. 1 in Redcar from 24 August after a burst pipe caused a…
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Ryanair passengers issued warning about checking in or risk paying fine
Ryanair will charge you if you do not check in online before arriving at the airport.
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OpenAI slows down its model development amid cybersecurity concerns
OpenAI announced it has paused key stages of its most advanced AI training for two weeks and is overhauling security across its research operations, a month after one of its own models broke out of a test environment and infiltrated the systems of AI platform Hugging Face.
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Man Utd: How Michael Carrick's side are shaping up for Premier League season
As Manchester United prepare to start the new Premier League season at Hull on Saturday, BBC Sport examines how Michael Carrick's team will set up tactically.
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Campaign launched as four in 10 in North East unaware choking can kill within minutes
St John Ambulance has launched its Save a Life September campaign after research found nearly four in 10 people in the North East do not realise…
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Upset as County Durham store that has served the town for 100 years announces closure
A beloved Seaham family business is set to close its doors after more than 100 years serving the town.
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Shaun the Storm? Sheep could lend his name to weather event as Met Office opens vote
The public is being asked to choose between Shaun and his cousin Timmy the lamb
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North East town being transformed by murals from world-class street artists
The first of several new murals planned for a North East town centre has been unveiled as part of a major effort to revitalise the area through…
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Polestar 3 review: 680hp electric SUV packs a punch with blistering pace and poise
The Polestar 3 feels blisteringly quick – so much so that my mother-in-law let out a little gasp when the road conditions allowed me to give the…
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£5m North East council depot revamp completed to boost services
South Tyneside Council has completed a £5 million redevelopment of its Middlefields Depot, transforming the 60,000-square-metre site into a modern…
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County Durham pervert was caught with extreme porn involving animals on Xbox
A man who “buried his head in the sand”, when facing a trial for possessing child abuse images, has had his “one chance” to avoid an…
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Veterans enjoy fishing and friendship at Durham Freemasons event
Durham Freemasons hosted their annual Veterans Fishing Day at Aldin Grange Fishery in Bearpark, bringing together veterans from across County Durham…
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Dog bus to launch in Darlington after going from strength to strength
A bus service exclusively for dogs is set to launch in Darlington.
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First look at upgraded walking and cycling route in Bradford district as it opens
A freshly upgraded walking and cycling route in Bingley has officially opened to the public.
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Darlington man banned after being caught with cocaine in his system in Northgate
Paul Johnston, 45, of Howick Close, Darlington, has been banned from driving after admitting drug-driving offences on Northgate, Darlington.
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Local youngsters have summer fun with bat and ball
CRICKET is a game associated with summer. Whether it’s watching or playing, in a local club or with a group of friends, people of all ages enjoy…
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Ricky Gervais reveals the one thing that would make him marry his longtime partner
Earlier this year, Jane Fallon revealed she had been diagnosed with breast cancer
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Homebuilder Bellway celebrates 80 years in North East
Newcastle-based homebuilider Bellway is celebrating its 80th anniversary of building homes in the North East and across Britain.
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Popular homeware brand to launch new second-hand marketplace in the UK
The Ikea marketplace will allow people to upload photos of their old Ikea items to sell.
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Comedy night returning to Bradford market after success of first event
Comedy in the Kitchen is returning to Bradford's Darley Street Market this November.
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Darlington man gets conditional discharge for assaults on three NHS workers
Alexander Jefferson, 26, of Roseberry Park Hospital in Middlesbrough, was given a conditional discharge after admitting three assaults on NHS…
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Tragedy as body found in search for missing 22-year-old North East soldier
A body has been found in the River Tyne during the search for missing Northumberland man Liam Potts.
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Mapped: Where thunderstorms and heavy rain will hit the UK
The Met Office has forecast an ‘intense downpour’ across parts of England and Wales after the driest July on record
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Abandoned bikes, half a bath and heaps of rubbish found in Durham litter crackdown
A City of Durham Parish Council-backed volunteer group collected 37 bags of rubbish in a Viaduct clean-up and plans further action to tackle litter…
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Video. Mud baths and red water: inside Bulgaria's Lake Atanasovsko
Video. Tourists slather mud and float in red brine at Lake Atanasovsko, while Pomorie’s salt museum preserves Bulgaria’s fading salt-making heritage.
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David Shrigley London exhibition will find the funny side of old masters
Dulwich Picture Gallery show to feature British artist’s work hung next to paintings by Dutch and Flemish greats
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Dead body found at Charlton Athletic’s stadium
Charlton issued a club statement after the body was discovered earlier on Tuesday
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Inside the £720k North Yorkshire hilltop home with its own orchard and waterfall
Far Shirby features extensive landscaped gardens, a Japanese-inspired retreat and countryside views.
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Fitness club promising ‘new standard of training’ to open in local town
A new fitness club promising "a new standard of training" is set to open later this year
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Household energy bills expected to jump to three-year high in October
The predicted increase comes despite the Prime Minister’s plan to remove VAT from household electricity bills from October.
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UK needs more clean air zones like Ulez, says mother of girl killed by air pollution
A landmark new study has linked London’s ultra-low-emissions zones to improved lung function in children
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Erin Patterson appeal: Mushroom murderer's trial undermined by hotel mix-up, court told
Erin Patterson's defence team appeal against her conviction for killing relatives with a beef Wellington laced with toxic mushrooms.
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Moscow warehouse burns as Ukraine drone crews prepare to strike again
Ukraine is projecting the conflict deep into Russian territory
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Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around Bradford this week
Here's a list of the cheapest garages in and around Bradford, according to petrolprices.com.
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Bradford named one of UK’s top cities for manufacturing growth
BRADFORD has been named one of the UK’s top cities for manufacturing growth.
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North East firm announces new sponsorship deal with football club
Teesside-based Circle Cloud has become a sponsor of Thornaby FC
