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Police link Welsh valleys death to biker gang rivalry
Investigators believe Vikings and Hells Angels members involved in violence that preceded death of Brecon man
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Watch partial solar eclipse live as UK and Europe witness rare spectacle
Watch live as the UK and parts of Europe experience a partial solar eclipse on Wednesday (12 August).
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Did a British TV presenter just leak identity of the new James Bond?
Speaking on his podcast, Richard Osman claimed to have insider knowledge that suggests a certain Scottish actor could be next in line to play James Bond... #Cinema
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Video. Latest news bulletin | August 12th, 2026 – Midday
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 12th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Cambridge review into Jason Arday post will be independent, university says
Vice-chancellor Deborah Prentice in a letter to staff says she shares concerns raised about Jason Arday's appointment as professor.
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Concern after Trump admin hires 2,000 gamers to fill air traffic controller jobs
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy cheers hiring spree but others more skeptical: ‘They can’t just restart a new game’
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Internet fumes over Trump using media as ‘decoy’ in Air Force One swap
One journalist accused the president of ‘hiding from the consequences of his own decision while endangering others’
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Woman pulled alive from rubble 36 hours after Colombia quake
Following a 10-hour rescue operation, emergency workers pulled the 32-year-old from beneath slabs of concrete.
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Halting the march of the armyworm: fungus discovery offers hope to African farmers
South African scientist’s breakthrough research shows soil fungus could be used in fight against devastating crop pest
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Balfour Beatty shares jump as profit and cash guidance hiked
The FTSE 250 firm, which has a market capitalisation worth more than £4 billion, cheered a ‘strong’ performance for the half-year.
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Nicholas Hoult joins Harry Potter TV show - see the cast so far
Hoult, known for his roles in X-Men, Superman and Mad Max: Fury Road, will play Gilderoy Lockhart.
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The devastating impact of England’s drought in before and after pictures
According to the National Drought Group, 71.3 per cent of England is in drought
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We’ve had one of the wettest winters on record. Why are our reservoirs drying up?
Experts have warned that the ‘flash droughts’ caused by a series of heatwaves and lack of rainfall have led to reservoirs struggling
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AOC, Buttigieg, Newsom all appear to be running for president. But should they be?
Kamala Harris is the frontrunner, Josh Shapiro is in the hunt, and AOC has a tough choice ahead. Eric Garcia weighs in on the invisible presidential primary
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LIVE: A-Level results day for students in Darlington and County Durham
Students across County Durham and Darlington anxiously await their A-Level results
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One person taken to hospital after crash on A19 exit slip road
One person was taken to hospital after a crash on the A19/A689 exit slip road in Billingham on August 10.
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Weardale Railway creates special day out for County Durham families
Weardale Railway in County Durham has helped create lasting memories for children with special educational needs and disabilities through a tailored…
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Three-year-old saves mum’s life with ‘incredible’ 999 call
Teaching children how to place an emergency call could be ‘lifesaving’, say parents
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Powerful storms in US midwest leave three dead and 800,000 without power
Winds of more than 80mph, severe flooding and tornadoes swept through Indiana, Ohio, Illinois and Kentucky
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Video. Colombia quake rescuers save woman after 36 hours trapped in rubble
Video. A 32-year-old woman has been rescued alive in Pereira after spending 36 hours trapped beneath a collapsed building. Rescuers located her 10 hours before reaching her.
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Trump’s decoy flight was the right thing to do, ex-Secret Service agents say
‘You've got to be creative. You've got to be nimble. You've got to make things happen,’ says former Secret Service agent Bobby McDonald
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'Vape' sparks fire in back of recycling wagon in Newton Aycliffe
A "vape" sparked a fire in the back of a recycling wagon in Newton Aycliffe - with firefighters having to douse the rubbish.
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Europe solar eclipse live: millions flock to viewing spots in Spain, UK and Iceland
Eclipse to be witnessed by tens of millions across western Europe as enthusiasts gather along path of totality
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Heatwaves to cost UK economy £4.4bn – but there’s worse yet to come
Losses could add up to £25 billion by the end of the decade, a new report warns
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Three teens arrested as armed police rush to firearm scene in Teesside street
Two teenage boys and a 19-year-old man were arrested after police stopped a vehicle in Billingham while investigating reports of weapons in Stockton.
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Israeli settlers besieging Palestinian families in West Bank village
Israeli security forces have reportedly withdrawn and about a dozen settlers are said to remain at the site where two families have been besieged since Sunday.
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Lucy Davis: Comedian Jasper Carrott says he is 'so proud' of daughter following her cancer diagnosis
The actress, best known for playing Dawn in The Office, has revealed she has incurable breast cancer.
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Heat, algae and AI: proposed datacenter could damage Everglades, experts warn
Plans for hyperscale datacenter in Palm Beach county prompt concerns over water and electricity demands
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Drivers issued solar eclipse warning by RAC
More than 90% of the sun will be obscured by the moon
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US sailors trying to jump overboard amid Middle East deployment, families say
Concerns have been raised about conditions on board the USS Abraham Lincoln, with claims of food shortages and sailors’ mental health struggles
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Trump admits the ‘law is very strong’ against his hinted third term as president
President Donald Trump has long said that he would run for president for a third term
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Fire service issues update as crews continue to fight North East van dealership blaze
The fire service has provided an update as North East incident is still ongoing and a fire engine remains at the scene.
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Germany approves lifting curbs on spy agencies in security ‘revolution’
Reforms comply with wishlist of intelligence services which say Germany lags behind allies and enemies
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Cambridge to investigate Jason Arday appointment he quit over plagiarism row
Jason Arday quit his role as a Cambridge professor last week amid a plagiarism row
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Somerset family almost miss £1m lotto win after ignoring calls
The Jefferson family said they were "absolutely floored" and "in tears" after they realised.
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Yorkshire Water urges families to save water as fifth heatwave set to hit
Yorkshire Water is urging customers to use water wisely as another spell of hot weather pushes demand to record levels, with temperatures across the…
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Reliable North East airport beats major UK city for flights being on time
Teesside Airport has been ranked among the UK's top 20 most punctual airports in a new study - beating a major airport in a popular northern…
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Count Binface would beat Farage in Clacton if all Britons could vote, poll finds
Satirical character Count Binface has emerged as Farage’s main rival in Clacton
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Two arrested after bomb squad deal with 'explosives used to make homemade fireworks'
Potentially explosive substances – believed to have been used to make homemade fireworks – were recovered and destroyed during a police…
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Anger after Trump’s secret flight swap appears to offer up staff and media as decoys | First Thing
Democrats demand congressional briefing after passenger-laden Air Force One sent on decoy flight despite security scare
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Packed-out planetarium welcomes eclipse watchers in Co Armagh
Families have gathered to watch the astronomical event.
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Bridget Phillipson condemns Richard Tice’s ‘chilling attempt to silence free press’
Labour chair says Reform deputy leader is trying to harass journalists over reporting on his financial affairs
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Watch in full: Serial sex attacker Simon Levy jailed for whole life for double murder
Watch live as Simon Levy, a serial sex attacker who murdered two women and raped a third, is sentenced at the Old Bailey on Wednesday (12 August).
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Young people call on Burnham to rethink social media ban
Youth groups have warned the Prime Minister the plans could lead young people to less regulated parts of the internet.
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Iranian shoulder-fired missile launcher sparked Trump plane switch: report
Trump took close aides with him but appeared to leave top Cabinet officials in the older Air Force One
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Colombia: Rescuers search for survivors after earthquake kills 216
As rescuers search through the rubble for survivors, volunteers join to help clear the wreckage. People brought water and food to the victimes and lined up in front of blood donation centres.
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'Criminals aren't welcome' - Darlington MP issues warning to illegal vape shops
Darlington’s MP has warned “criminals aren’t welcome in this town” as she vowed to campaign for tougher powers to shut down vape shops and…
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Germany’s best viewpoints from above
Some of Germany’s best places to take in the views are from above, including at the country’s highest mountain standing next to a statue of mythological hero Hercules. #Destinations
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Iran war live: US fires on ship for defying blockade as Trump claims Hormuz control
US leader reportedly hid in a catering truck to fend off an assassination threat after attending Nato summit last month
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Revamped North East play park reopens after major community upgrade
Hetton’s revamped play park and games court on Deepdale Street has reopened following a redevelopment by Streetscape, creating a modern and…
