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Great North Run reveals celebrity line-up for 2026 race day
The AJ Bell Great North Run has unveiled a star-studded celebrity line-up for this year’s event, with football favourite Chris Kamara, TV…
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Everything you need to know about the Bishop Auckland Family Festival 2026
Bishop Auckland Family Festival is set to return to Jane Armstrong Park this weekend, with four thousand people expected to attend.
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Popular Teesside band headline North East show in 'massive moment'
A grassroots music night celebrating some of the North East's most promising original artists is set to return this autumn, with one of the…
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Higher-income families more likely to enroll kids in organized sports, an AP-Ipsos poll finds
A new AP-Ipsos poll finds Americans overwhelmingly see major benefits to children playing organized sports, but higher-income families are more likely to participate
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Temperatures will hit 32C
We will be bringing you all the latest updates about the scorching weather which will hit 32C today (August 13).
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Historic Valbonne estate loved by Duran Duran is now up for sale
Located near the village of Valbonne, Domaine de La Sylviane reveals a quieter side of the French Riviera where centuries-old town squares, olive groves and Provençal heritage remain virtually untouched. #Destinations
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UK economy grows between April and June but experts warn of challenges in coming months
The UK economy grew by 0.4% with some firms reporting hot weather and sports helped growth in June.
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Cold War tank giant goes on display at North Yorkshire attraction
A Cold War-era Chieftain Mk.10 tank has gone on display at Eden Camp in North Yorkshire, offering visitors a close-up look at one of Britain’s…
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Video. Colombia: "scene of horror" as Pereira rescuers search rubble
Video. Colombia's earthquake death toll rose to 265 in Pereira by 12 August 2026, with almost 500 still missing. Rescuers described scenes of horror as the critical 72-hour survival window closed.
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Minister defends plan to ban zero-hour contracts – although it could cost £3bn a year
A ban on zero hours contracts could cost businesses up to £3 billion a year, according to government analysis
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More troops to be sent to West Bank village besieged by Israeli settlers
Two Palestinian families in the village of Qusra say they have been trapped in their homes, with water and power cut off, since Sunday.
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North East city to honour Merchant Navy with Red Ensign ceremony
Sunderland A will pay tribute to the vital contribution of the Merchant Navy, honouring those who serve at sea.
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Police concerned for North East man missing for more than ten days
Police are searching for a North East man in his 20s who has been missing for more than ten days.
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Warning signs that your eyes are damaged from staring at the eclipse
What you need to know about solar retinopathy
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Nick Reiner laid in wait before killing his parents, new indictment claims
The grand jury indictment is a big step toward trial and allows prosecutors to skip California’s preliminary hearing process
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Clacton by-election live: Polls open as Nigel Farage goes up against Count Binface
The Reform UK leader triggered the contest after deciding to stand down amidst massive scrutiny over his financial affairs
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Lionel Messi mulls football retirement after father's death
The Argentinian footballer has published an open letter bidding farewell to his father and agent Jorge Messi, who died on 8 August in Rosario after a long illness. In it, the Argentina captain admits he is unsure whether he will carry on playing.
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Young people in North East to begin careers in steel industry
Young people from across the North East are set to begin careers in the steel industry as British Steel invests in the next generation of workers…
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Darlington Amazon worker honoured for support of Black communities
Amazon employee Henry Jacob, from Darlington, has been recognised at the company’s annual “That’s BENtastic!”
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Japan slams Putin following first visit to disputed Kuril islands
The four contested islands, seized by Russia during World War II, have gained importance since the end of the conflict, providing strategic military bases to the Kremlin, coupled with their rich mineral deposits and fishing grounds.
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A-level: Results in full as top grades rise for a third year
Teenagers across England, Wales and Northern Ireland received their exam results on Thursday
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Met Police accused of deciding which victims matter and which don’t over Levy case
Following the verdicts in Levy’s case, the Metropolitan Police, British Transport Police and Crown Prosecution Service admitted failings in how they dealt with the serial sex offender
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Meet people in pink helping Teesside women stay safe after 'horrible' nights out
Women's Street Watch Middlesbrough patrol the town centre every weekend - helping women get home safely at the end of a night out.
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Bulgarian Black Sea resort Burgas wins bid to host Eurovision 2027
Bulgaria's 4th largest city Burgas has won the right to host the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest. The Black Sea resort has been praised for its 'uniqueness' as the country prepares to hold the world's biggest live song competition for the very first time.
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Surrogate who fled to Texas gives birth amid legal row over treatment
A judge ordered the child to receive life-sustaining treatment
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Top fireworks companies to compete at North Yorkshire stately home
Newby Hall and Gardens near Ripon, North Yorkshire, will host the annual Fireworks Championships as some of the UK’s leading pyrotechnic teams…
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Around 153 civilians in Yemen were killed by US strikes in 2025
The Pentagon review focused on three airstrikes in April 2025 that were launched during the US campaign against the Houthis when the militants were attacking commercial ships in the Red Sea, a crucial global trade route.
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Taking the stairs could be better for your heart than you think
Taking the stairs can significantly reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, according to a major new study.
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India fuels worldwide jump in planned coal production
Rise in new mine proposals, mainly in states of Odisha and Jharkhand, comes despite plateau in global demand
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The best pictures as stargazers treated to astral eclipse and Perseid shower
There was a 650% increase in the number of people searching ‘sore eyes’ on Google after the eclipse
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Warning of 'hidden dangers' in County Durham waters as temperatures soar above 30C
County Durham council has reminded residents of the dangers of open water with temperatures set to rise above 30C.
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Landlord repossesses popular village pub near Darlington as notice appears in window
The George and Dragon pub in Heighington has been repossessed by its landlord after a notice of peaceable re-entry was placed in the window.
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Alan Jones’ lawyers accused by defence of ‘intimidating’ witness in indecent assault case
Judge rejects intimidation claim as high profile trial continues with complainant J’s ex-girlfriend cross-examined by shock jock’s defence team
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Clacton by-election: Meet the record number of candidates standing against Farage
Voters will head to the polls on Thursday
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Financial sovereignty, digital euro and payment roaming: EU seeks alternatives to US cards
From the digital euro to private interoperability and Brazil's PIX, the race for sovereignty is on, but the real test is securing payment autonomy at home and abroad.
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Video. Latest news bulletin | August 13th, 2026 – Morning
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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Iran war live: Tehran rejects Trump’s claim of ‘total control’ over Hormuz
Donald Trump argued the Iranian navy has been destroyed and they cannot enforce the closure of the strait
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Zambia elections haunted by ghost of incumbent president’s arch-rival
Hakainde Hichilema is bidding for second term, but feud between him and family of Edgar Lungu, who died in 2025, continues
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NHS crackdown on staff violence in Teesside as workers 'tackled to the ground'
NHS staff at Teesside hospitals have revealed the scale of violence they face, with more than 1,400 incidents recorded in one year.
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Australia’s largest aluminium smelter to run on renewables by 2033 after Rio Tinto strikes $2.5bn taxpayer bailout deal
Rio Tinto makes power supply deal with federal and NSW government to cut emissions and decarbonise, preventing potential closure
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County Durham family scared and 'getting funny looks' after armed police circled home
An Annfield Plain family has been left “shaken” after armed police surrounded their home while a mum and her two young children were inside.
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Students shun calls to stay in school as anti-Hanson protesters gather across Australia
High schoolers join university walkouts in major cities and several smaller locations amid urge to ‘stand up against the far right’
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'Devious' sex offender, described as 'a high risk to young females', locked up again
A repeat sex offender who is considered "a high risk" to young females is back behind bars after his latest breach of a court order.
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How to pronounce the village beside mysterious ancient henges and near A1(M)
How to pronounce the tiny North Yorkshire village of Thornborough, known for its ancient henges and countryside near Bedale and the A1(M).
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The world's best stargazing destinations – and the No.1 is in France
In a new ‘clean sky index’ of the world’s best stargazing destinations, Pic du Midi in France came out on top for its combination of sky quality and accessibility.
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Ukraine war latest: Zelensky says Kyiv made significant battlefield gains
Earlier, Zelensky says his forces struck Russia’s Novorossiysk naval base with drones, missiles and unmanned boats
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Village school near Darlington gets national recognition for life skills programme
Clervaux Garden School in Croft-on-Tees, near Darlington, has been awarded a national Silver Award from the Skills Builder Partnership for helping…
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Sunderland roads to close for gas main replacement works - public notice
A series of roads in Sunderland’s Castletown area will close for up to six months from 21 September to allow gas main replacement works, with…
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North Yorkshire town to sparkle with festive attractions
A North Yorkshire town is set to sparkle this Christmas with a packed programme of festive attractions, family experiences and seasonal…
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Banned driver caught behind the wheel in Chester-le-Street is jailed for eight weeks
Disqualified driver Peter Stead has been jailed for eight weeks after admitting driving while banned and uninsured in Chester-le-Street.
