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Lawyer who suggested colleague be placed in ‘mental asylum’ disbarred
Mariam El-Sobky also made illicit recordings of Family Court hearings
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Edinburgh Fringe venue admits unlawful discrimination against Jewish comedian
Philip Simon’s show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe was cancelled in 2025
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Cause of large blaze near Bishop Auckland that left woodland smouldering unknown
The cause of a large blaze that broke out in a woodland near Bishop Auckland remains unknown, the fire service has confirmed.
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Hayden Panettiere obituary: A life of struggles alongside screen success
She went from child actress to Hollywood star, but endured addiction, harassment and personal trauma.
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Hosepipe ban map: Legal restrictions in place for 27 million people
Every southern county is now subject to a hosepipe ban
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Alzheimer’s research is latest casualty in Trump administration war against ‘DEI’
Grant cancellations at leading research institutions appear to target study of impacts of racism on brain health
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Cannabis gummies sold on social media are laced with spice, scientists warn
Scientists from the University of Bristol tested illegal cannabis gummies that had been seized by police
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Woman jailed for trying to murder toddler by giving her adult medication
The judge imposed an order for lifelong restriction on Laura Docherty for the 'wicked' crime.
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Hayden Panettiere tributes include Viola Davis, Selma Blair and Melissa Barrera
Stars are paying tribute to Hayden Panettiere after the actor's death at 36
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Trump again threatens to ‘bomb the s*** out of’ ally Oman over Strait of Hormuz
President had previously threatened to bomb the country in May
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The Northern Echo launches Best Bakery 2026 competition - and we need your help
We’re on the hunt to find the best bakery in County Durham and Darlington - and we need your help to find the best of the best.
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Indonesia earthquake: Aid shortages and fears of starvation as aftershocks continue
Some 53 people were killed and thousands displaced by the earthquake, which struck early on Saturday.
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Boy, 12, drowns in river in north-east London
The boy was seen entering the River Lea at 6pm on Saturday
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Warning issued as water levels at US’ second-largest reservoir fall to record low
The water level at Lake Powell has fallen to a record low in another sign of crisis along the Colorado River
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Trump slammed for ‘flying palace’ trips with aide: ‘He wants to travel with Natalie’
Democratic senator Jon Ossoff claimed that the president is ‘treating citizens as fools and those who serve as pawns’
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Ranked: Europe’s windiest roads for your next trip
A new ranking from Avis has crunched everything from curves and elevation to Google searches and Instagram popularity to reveal Europe’s ultimate roads for a scenic, twisty road trip. #Destinations
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Firms face pressure from shifting demand after weight-loss pills approved
New research found 34% of Britons would consider taking weight loss medication in tablet form rather than injections.
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Car washes and window cleaning could face bans on water use, ministers warned
Government planners have warned that further water restrictions could be extended to more businesses
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Huge inferno engulfs ‘Russian Amazon’ after Ukraine’s largest ever drone strike
Ukraine has successfully targeted Wildberries hubs seven times in six weeks as part of a campaign to bring the war to Russia
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Blair and Kushner in Middle East to try to save Trump’s Gaza peace deal
Jared Kushner is slated to meet with Israel’s prime minister on Monday in discussions aimed at saving a 15-point, U.S.-backed roadmap
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Mountain rescue teams enter River Tyne in desperate search for missing Liam
Mountain rescue teams have entered the River Tyne in a desperate search for missing young man Liam, 22.
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Rain is on the way – but is it enough to end the drought?
The wet weather comes after five back-to-back heatwaves
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In pictures: Hayden Panettiere's life and career, from child actor to Scream star
The former child star whose breakthrough came in 2006 later opened up about her struggles with mental health.
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Video. Latest news bulletin | August 17th, 2026 – Midday
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 17th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Virgin takes another step towards Channel Tunnel rail services
Firm wants to run up to 20 daily journeys to Europe but it must get additional approval for overseas tracks.
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Support for Jason Arday’s family shows ‘Britain still cares’, says Windrush campaigner
Crowdfund passes £150,000, while Cambridge chancellor criticises ‘racist feeding frenzy’ around academic’s death
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Police release picture after women punched on night out at city centre club
Images have been released of a man police would like to speak to in relation to assaults on two women in a city centre night spot.
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New Irish bar inspired by likes of The Dubliner taking over Darlington venue
A new Irish bar inspired by the likes of The Dubliner and Katy O’Briens is coming to Darlington town centre.
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Gianni Infantino: Scottish FA withdraws support for Fifa president
The Scottish Football Association has lost confidence in Gianni Infantino and will not be voting for his re-election as president of Fifa, chief executive Ian Maxwell has told BBC Sport.
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Athens’ all-marble Olympic Stadium gets first major clean in a century
The iconic venue hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896
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Cambridge chancellor hits out at ‘racist feeding frenzy’ targeting Jason Arday
Lord Chris Smith has questioned the way in which the Black professor was treated by the media prior to his death
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The Works shareholder questions chair’s New Zealand residency and home working
The retailer is rowing with investment firm Kelso over the appointment of an additional company director to the current board of five.
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UK Government issues travel warning over medical treatment at holiday hotspot
Northern Cyprus has become a medical tourism destination due to lower treatment costs.
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Taylor demands Albanese repeal ‘cruel tax’ in return for NDIS bill support
Coalition leader tells Anthony Albanese that delaying change to budget measure is ‘unconscionable’
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Will Andy Burnham allow North Sea oil and gas drilling as Rosebank decision looms?
Andy Burnham has previously said he will be ‘pragmatic’ about North Sea oil
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Ukraine energy company says its facilities seriously damaged after 13 Russian strikes in a week
Ukraine’s state energy company says Russia has attacked its facilities 13 times over the past week, with nearly 300 attacks this year
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Trump says BBC is harassing his family after trying to subpoena his children
Trump legal team claims the BBC is ‘abusing the deposition process’ as broadcaster fights a $10 billion lawsuit
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Rhossi, a rare sea turtle, recovers after 5,000-mile trek from Wales to Texas
Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, near death on Welsh beach in 2023, is thriving in Houston despite lingering pneumonia
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Belgian wildfire approaches Germany despite rain as Greece probes deadly blaze
Belgium is battling one of its largest wildfires, despite cooler weather and rain helping firefighters
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Wessex Water announces first hosepipe ban in 50 years
The last ban was put in place during the infamous scorching summer of 1976
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Israeli minister calls for killing of ‘30 to 40’ people in Gaza every night
‘There are people there who are not worthy of life ... they’re not even people,’ he said
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Chase after 'eyes in the sky' hunt group illegally riding bikes near retail park
Cleveland Police seized three off-road bikes after deploying drone support to track riders allegedly using land behind Tees Bay Retail Park…
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2026 Lima Grand Prix Day 3: A golden finish in Peru
Rafael Macedo, Mathilda Sophie Niemeyer, Gennaro Pirelli, Beatriz Souza and Giannis Antoniou took gold on the final day in Lima. Antoniou made history with Cyprus’s first Grand Prix title, bringing three days of world-class judo in Peru to a spectacular close.
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Ben-Gvir calls for nightly killing and mass emigration of Palestinians
In a taped interview, the far-right national security minister also advocated for encouraging the mass emigration of the Gaza Strip, saying he views the territory as entirely Israeli.
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Ukrainian strikes kill six in Russia, officials say
A 14-year-old child was among four others injured, the acting governor of Russia's Belgorod region says.
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EU to propose tougher Russia sanctions this autumn, Kaja Kallas says
The EU is to propose more “far-reaching” sanctions against Russia this autumn, foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has said, after the bloc’s latest package was watered down amid pressure to protect national economic interests. #EuropeNews
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Parents pushed to breaking point by Child Maintenance Service, BBC told
Mothers, like Katy, describe battles to make ex-partners pay, while fathers say they have been wrongly charged thousands.
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Who is Hasan Piker – and why are some Australian conservatives outraged about his return to the ABC?
The leftwing commentator has been invited to appear on the Planet America program on Monday night
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Police end two-day stand-off after suspect found asleep on roof
The man was pulled down the ladder before being arrested by officers in the garden of the property
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Co-op slashes price of bread to 15p and milk and eggs to 30p
Co-op is cutting the price of bread, milk and eggs to as little as 15p for 24 hours, with shoppers able to get all three essentials for 75p.
