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France accues Iran of 'bloodshed' over use of death penalty
After a statement condemning Iran's use of the death penalty, tensions rose between senior diplomats. Paris accused Tehran of 'bloodshed' and Iran called France's stance 'blatant hypocrisy.'
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Questions over Karoline Leavitt’s replacement as she steps down as White House press secretary – US politics live
Leavitt’s departure three months before midterms raises questions over who will communicate Trump’s messages as his approval rating falls to record low, says YouGov polling
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Pair bailed after explosives 'for homemade fireworks' found at County Durham home
Two men have been bailed after a haul of 'explosives' used to make homemade fireworks was found at a County Durham home.
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King’s nephew achieves grades to study at Royal Agricultural University
James will study rural land and property management at the Cirencester-based university
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A19 crash RECAP - Two in hospital after County Durham crash
Two people have been taken to hospital following a crash between Easington and Murton.
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Boy treated in hospital with 'serious injuries' after being hit by car
Police are appealing for footage after a child was taken to hospital with 'serious injuries' after a crash involving a car.
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Why do women struggle more than men to buy a home?
A consistent pay gap and more difficulties in saving for a deposit compared to men are some of the factors holding women back from home ownership.
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Harvey Nichols bought by owner of Sports Direct
The department store made famous by sitcom Absolutely Fabulous had warned it would cease trading.
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Fulham leave pitch as Malaga take penalty into empty net
Fulham's pre-season friendly against Malaga ends in chaotic fashion as the Premier League side leave the pitch before a penalty shootout.
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South Korean airport becomes busiest in world for global traffic amid Iran war
Incheon airport had 38.39m international passengers in first half of 2026, as traffic diverted from Middle East hubs
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Trial date set for County Durham man accused of sexually assaulting teenage girl
Geoffrey Pickersgill, of Scafell Gardens, Crook, has been remanded into custody and is next expected to appear at Teesside Crown Court for trial on…
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Video. Latest news bulletin | August 13th, 2026 – Midday
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Ted Cruz condemned for pushing debunked Covid vaccine and miscarriages claim
Republican lawmakers rebuked for promoting long-debunked falsehood surrounding coronavirus incolulation
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Fire chiefs issue parking warning to drivers as 30C heat prevails in North East
North East fire services are warning drivers not to park on dry grass or vegetation as temperatures rise above 30C and the risk of outdoor fires…
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Two people taken to hospital after crash on A19 in County Durham
Two people have been taken to hospital following a crash on the A19 in County Durham.
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‘Lauf’ and ‘minceur’: the words that made a 13-year-old from Melbourne a world Scrabble champion
Dineth Fernando – who moved to Australia with his family in February – says he just needed to ‘find the word and play – that’s all’
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Driver disqualified for 17 months after drink-driving in Acacia Street, Crook
Crook man Keiran Palmer has been banned from driving for 17 months after admitting drink driving and was fined £500 by magistrates.
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Mini golf course at County Durham shopping centre to close two years after opening
The Hole In Wand at Dalton Park, near Seaham, will permanently close on Sunday, September 6, after the venue announced the sad news on social media.
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UK travel company enters liquidation after 10 years with no new bookings offered
Firefly Holidays offered high-quality trips to holiday villages, camping resorts, ski resorts and more across the likes of France, Spain and Italy.
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California bans paraquat, highly toxic herbicide outlawed in more than 70 countries
State is US’s largest user of pesticide that is virtually proven to cause Parkinson’s disease
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UK defends seizing shadow fleet tanker after Putin threat
The UK government says it is "disrupting and deterring shadow fleet vessels" in accordance with the law.
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North East rugby captain secures pro contract and A-level results
North East rugby prospect Will Graham, 18, from Wylam, is celebrating his A Level results after securing a professional future in the sport.
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JLR sales hit by fire at supplier and Middle East disruption
The company, owned by India’s Tata Motors, said revenues were also dented by the planned wind down of a number of Jaguar models.
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Max Miller’s ex-wife sues him for allegedly sharing sensitive photo of their toddler
Emily Moreno accused her ex-husband and his attorney of posting the image to a Dropbox folder, which she said remained available to download for about 23 hours
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Rotterdam port explosion kills one and leaves several injured
A police investigation is underway following the explosion
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Aspiring astronaut from Darlington among Barnard Castle School A-level successes
Barnard Castle School head boy Seb Bowerman, from Darlington, has secured a place to study physics at the University of Bath after achieving A*AAA…
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Wholesale price inflation slows last month as gas, food costs fall
Wholesale inflation dropped last month as gas prices reversed some of their Iran war spike and other costs also cooled, a sign that consumer inflation could grind lower in the months ahead
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CNN’s Scott Jennings declines to say if he wants to take over Karoline Leavitt’s job
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced her resignation Wednesday, prompting questions about who might fill her role
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North East university spot named UK's cheapest city break with hotels less than £80
Known for its theatres, nightlife and historic streets, Newcastle has now also been named the UK's cheapest city break destination in a new…
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European Athletics Championships 2026: Keely Hodgkinson into 800m final, rival Audrey Werro falls but through after appeal
Keely Hodgkinson reaches the women's 800m final at the European Championships - moments after rival Audrey Werro suffers a dramatic fall that put her place in doubt.
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DWP refunding nearly 200 benefit claimants up to £5,000
Officials will write to those affected by the errors
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'Coyote vs. Acme' was canned by Warner Bros. But 3 years later, that's not all folks
Like its ever-undaunted protagonist, “Coyote vs
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Economy gets World Cup and hot weather boost but fears grow over Iran war hit
Official figures showed gross domestic product (GDP) rose by 0.4% between April and June, with better-than-forecast growth of 0.3% in June.
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Trio face sentence for roles in Darlington town centre violence
Two men and a woman have now offered “acceptable” pleas to an incident of alleged violence in Darlington town centre.
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North Yorkshire student overcomes 'crippling anxiety' to pursue Paris study dream
Ripon Grammar School student Lottie Whyte has overcome 'crippling anxiety' to secure a place studying French Studies in Paris.
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EU experts on the ground in Ceuta amid fears of fresh migrant influx
A team of EU migration experts is in Ceuta for a “first-hand assessment” of the situation, as reports warn of a potential new migrant influx on 15 August. Brussels, however, says its focus remains on protecting the EU’s external border at all times, rather than on any “specific date”. #EuropeNews
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I visited Nantucket to get to the bottom of the ‘No Influencers’ backlash
Islanders say neither sharks nor ghosts worry them — it’s the content creators on shore who are ruining their summer. As Dairy Boy founder Paige Paul plants herself in the center of the conflict, correspondent Alex Hannaford drops anchor on the simmering culture war just off Cape Cod
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Anthony Taylor: Retiring Premier League referee on VAR, toxic debate and intense scrutiny.
Retiring Premier League referee Anthony Taylor says his decision to quit was partly due to the toxic debate around officials.
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Starmer’s leadership style doesn’t work in politics, admits senior ex-minister
Yvette Cooper suggested Andy Burnham is better suited for ‘a world of social media’
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When do the major European leagues start and what are the big stories in La Liga, Serie A and the Bundesliga?
BBC Sport looks at the big stories in Europe heading into the 2026-27 season.
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The warming climate is forcing marathons to consider changes to keep runners cool
Marathon organizers are adjusting to warmer race conditions caused by climate change
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Reflecting Pool's botched repairs threaten to tarnish the National Park Service's reputation
President Donald Trump's handling of repairs at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has put the National Park Service in a difficult spot
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Azerbaijan bets on the pomegranate as its next big export
Azerbaijan is turning pomegranates, a fruit with 2,000 years of cultural history, into a global brand, with €48.2 million in exports and more than 200 cultivated varieties putting it in direct competition with Iran, Turkey and Spain
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Thousands enjoy landmark police event marking 20th birthday in County Durham town
Thousands of families enjoyed free rides and activities at the 20th anniversary Chester-le-Street Police Activity Week after County Durham and…
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Dance production company seeks 80 volunteers for new North East 'spectacular'
Sunderland-based Southpaw Company is seeking 80 volunteers to take part in HOME, a large-scale immersive performance celebrating the opening of…
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Piranha drama: boy, 8, hooks fearsome exotic fish in Pennsylvania lake
South American fish with razor-toothed jaws was probably released by someone who owned it as a pet, officials say
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Man arrested after addresses shared during Thetford anti-migrant protests
Anti-migrant disorder broke out in Thetford, Norfolk last week with police officers assaulted and several people arrested
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Smiles all round as Darlington students celebrate 'unbelievable' A-Level results
The sun shone down on beaming students at Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College in Darlington as they opened their results on Thursday morning.
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Eurovision Song Contest 2027 to be held in Burgas, Bulgaria
The Black Sea location has been selected after Bulgarian singer Dara won this year's contest.
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Lucy Davis reveals cancer diagnosis. When should you get screened?
British actor Lucy Davis almost ignored the first sign of her breast cancer. Here’s what to look out for and when to get screened.
