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Section of M6 closed after collision with traffic disruption expected for hours
The collision involved three heavy goods vehicles and a car
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AstraZeneca ditches lung cancer treatment trial
The FTSE 100 firm stopped a stage volrustomig drug trial a month after halting a trial for a new heart disease treatment.
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Iran live: Trump’s 60-day agreement expires today as $30k bounty on US soldiers
Iranian army commander’s threat comes after the American president vowed to declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory
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County Durham shopping centre earns international health and wellbeing award
Dalton Park Outlet Shopping Destination in Seaham has achieved a prestigious 2-Star Fitwel Certification, recognising its commitment to health,…
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Nigella Lawson seen with Bake Off co-stars for first time as new series teased
The 66-year-old TV chef is joining the popular Channel 4 baking show as a judge, replacing Dame Prue Leith.
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Labor pledges opt-out register for online gambling ads as Pocock calls out shortfalls in government’s bill
The new measure falls short of calls for gambling ads to move to an opt-in model, or for an outright ban
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Public in England and Wales wrongly think most killers are minority ethnic
Research from King’s College London finds that Reform voters’ perceptions were furthest from the truth
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'Such devastating news': Stars pay tribute to Heroes and Scream star Hayden Panettiere, dead aged 36
Panettiere was best known for her role as cheerleader Claire Bennet in Heroes and country singer Juliette Barnes in Nashville. Stars of cinema and TV, and Hayden Panettiere's fans, have been paying tribute to the actress, who died aged 36. The cause of her death remains unknown for the time being.
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Growing online business prepares major expansion in the North East
Power Tool World, a long-established Newton Aycliffe business approaching 30 years of trading, is set for a major expansion with the addition of a…
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Historic pub in village near Darlington set to reopen soon under new management
400-year-old Heighington village pub The George and Dragon is set to reopen soon under new management after its landlord repossessed the building.
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Dutch Grand Prix in pictures as F1 prepares to say farewell to Zandvoort
A selection of images from the Dutch Grand Prix, as Zandvoort prepares to host a Formula 1 race for the final time.
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Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo becomes deadliest in its history
The latest government data shows that the total number of deaths has reached 2,325
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Housebuilding near train stations to get ‘default yes’ under new planning changes – UK politics live
Thousands more houses could be built near transport hubs including on green belt sites
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What to expect from the weather in Northallerton this week
The Met Office has forecast a mix of sunshine and rain for Northallerton this week.
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Manchester United: What shape are club in ahead of Michael Carrick's first full season in charge?
Positives, negatives and areas to address urgently - how are Michael Carrick's Manchester United shaping up now pre-season is over?
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Hamas calls for Trump’s Board of Peace to ‘compel’ Israel over Gaza peace plan – Middle East crisis live
Jared Kushner set to meet Netanyahu following talks with Hamas
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Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing heads to Russia to deepen strategic ties with Moscow
The head of Myanmar’s military-backed government embarked on an official visit to Russia to hold talks with President Vladimir Putin
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Video. Latest news bulletin | August 17th, 2026 – Morning
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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Monday briefing: What can Andy Burnham learn from Spain’s Pedro Sánchez?
In today’s newsletter: The Spanish prime minister has remade himself as Europe’s leading leftwing standard-bearer. Could his success offer the UK’s PM a route forward?
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Virgin Trains granted track access for new Channel Tunnel routes from 2030
The Office of Rail and Road said it had granted approval for Sir Richard Branson’s company to run up to 20 new daily return services.
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The top photos of the day by AP's photojournalists
From front page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today's top photos, chosen by Associated Press photo editors.
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Women's Super League: Lucy Bronze explains why she decided to stay at Chelsea
England defender Lucy Bronze says she has found a "really good role" at a club she is "comfortable" with, after signing a rare contract extension with Chelsea.
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Kildare: Post-mortems of five boys killed in crash to take place
Three women and a child who were in a second car are being treated in hospital for serious injuries.
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Burnham exchanged messages with White House imposter
Downing Street has declined to comment on the security breach, first reported by Politico.
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Britons greatly overestimate number of sex crimes committed by foreign nationals
Rates of mobile phone theft, domestic burglary, vehicle theft, and murder have all fallen – despite perceptions that all have risen, a new study has found
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Loosening of planning rules in England to allow more new homes near stations
Angela Rayner to launch guidance for ‘default yes’ on developments near transport hubs, including on green belt sites
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Asking prices for newly listed homes in UK’s richest borough fall by £100k in one month
Fierce competition in some areas of London means landlord purchasers are making successful lowball offers
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UK to turn cooler with rain after exceptional heat and dry spell
After and exceptional summer of heatwaves and drought, the weather will turn wetter and cooler this week, as Simon King explains
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Ferrari's first ever electric car sold for record $40m at auction
The Luce's launch drew backlash from some commentators who said it broke from the brand's signature dramatic styling.
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Alan Jones allegedly kissed young man in wardrobe of James Packer’s personal suite at Crown Towers, court hears
Former 2GB and 2UE radio broadcaster is facing 22 indecent assault and sexual touching charges. Jones, 85, has pleaded not guilty
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Ralph Carr in ‘living hell’ after being convicted of rape, Victorian court hears
Lawyer for the entertainment industry and AFL figure says his career is ‘destroyed’ following conviction
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Ukraine takes aim at Russia’s economy and morale by attacking online retailer
Day after day over recent weeks, Ukrainian drones have pummeled giant depots belonging to Wildberries, the country’s biggest online retailer, burning estimated billions of dollars’ worth of merchandise and bringing the war home to the broad public
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Photos show Cambodian children attend school in floating villages along the Tonle Sap lake.
On Cambodia’s Tonle Sap, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia, getting anywhere has always meant navigating the water. It isn’t any different for schoolchildren.
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Thousands in Indonesia await aid after quake kills 54, overshadowing Independence Day
Thousands of people on Indonesia’s Flores Island are still waiting for aid after a powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake killed at least 54 people, injured 135 and damaged more than 1,300 homes
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States take Meta to trial in California in the biggest fight yet over social media harms to children
Of the thousands of lawsuits Meta faces over child safety on its platforms, none may be more consequential than one going to trial this week in California
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All eyez on Tupac: Long-awaited trial begins in rapper's 1996 killing
Opening statements are set to begin in the trial of Duane “Keffe D” Davis, who is charged with murder in the killing of rapper Tupac Shakur
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Hayden Panettiere: US actress and star of Heroes dies aged 36
A representative for the actress confirmed the news to US outlets but did not provide further details of her death.
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Andrew Garfield finds wonder in everyday life in ‘The Magic Faraway Tree’
Andrew Garfield stars in The Magic Faraway Tree, a fantasy adventure based on Enid Blyton’s books, about a family discovering magical worlds after moving to the countryside
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What to Stream: 'Outer Banks,' Anthony Hopkins' classical album and Anne Hathaway's 1st 2026 movie
The final season of “Outer Banks” and a new album from Oscar-winner Anthony Hopkins are among this week's latest entertainment releases
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Report supporting Australia’s teen social media ban appears to contain AI hallucinations, Senate hears
Exclusive: Guardian analysis finds one section of report includes links to academic articles that do not exist, but authors deny the references were made up by AI
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Japan's economy manages 1.1% growth rate despite headwinds
Japan’s economy grew an annualized rate of 1.1% in the April-June quarter, even as private consumption stayed flat and the growth of exports declined
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Ukraine war live: Kyiv blows up ‘Russian Amazon’ hub in largest drone attack of 2026
Russian authorities said Kyiv fired around 600 drones to the capital of Moscow
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Newspaper headlines: 'Water cheek' and 'Queen Amy's gold rush'
Water companies being allowed to increase prices during droughts and Amy Hunt's gold medal run dominates Monday's papers.
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Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo now deadliest in country’s history
At least 2,325 people have been killed, according to government data, surpassing the death toll from 2018-20 outbreak
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Trump orders cuts to South Korea joint drills despite warnings of North’s growing battlefield experience
President says move is based on ‘very good relationship with Kim Jong-un’ but US military officials have said Ukraine war is boosting regime’s combat capabilities
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Iran’s army chief tells Trump ‘we’ll break your legs’ after Hormuz threat: Live
Iranian army commander’s threat comes after the American president vowed to declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory
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Rapper Jenniah Brown uses rap to decode council policy for young people
A former council worker is using poetry and spoken word to explain council policy to young people.
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European Athletics Championship: Hunt wins her fourth gold as Great Britain win mixed 4x100m relay
Great Britain win the first mixed 4x100m relay ever staged in the European Athletics Championships as Amy Hunt takes her fourth gold in the competition.
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If Meta loses this trial, Instagram and Facebook could change forever
US states are suing the social media giant to force an overhaul of its platforms for young users.
