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New Heartbeat display to open at popular North Yorkshire attraction
The World of James Herriot in Thirsk will launch a new Heartbeat exhibition, with former Heartbeat actor David Lonsdale officially opening the…
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Evri to create 10,000 jobs as hiring drive launched for parcel delivery firm
Evri has announced it will be launching a recruitment drive, aiming to fill out 10,000 positions across the UK
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Hydrotherapy in Aycliffe helps stroke survivor make 'remarkable recovery' progress
County Durham stroke survivor Carol, who was told she might never walk again after suffering a severe stroke, has credited hydrotherapy at Newton…
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Moving house? Experts share tips to make the big day less stressful
HOMEBUILDERS are sharing their top tips for a stress-free house move, experts say
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North East predator jailed for sex attack on girl dies in prison
An historic County Durham sex offender who was jailed for abuse on a girl more than 30 years ago has died in HMP Northumberland.
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Yorkshire Talks returns for season three with a star-studded line-up
A PODCAST featuring big names and real Yorkshire stories is returning for a third season
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Gianni Infantino: 'Change is necessary' - players unite against Fifa president
A number of current and former footballers unite against Fifa president Gianni Infantino, stating that "change is necessary" at the global governing body.
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Woman refused flight home to UK after eVisa system mistakes her for twin sister
Nidia Webb, an EU national who has lived in Britain for eight years, was told that the eVisa problem was a ‘known issue’ affecting twins
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Israel’s Netanyahu claims Iran tried to murder one of his sons
Netanyahu’s coalition is trailing in opinion polls two months before an October 27 general election
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Armenia announces historic intention to apply for EU membership
Armenia’s Pashinyan laid out Yerevan's decision to formally apply for EU membership “in the near future” and to call for a national referendum, challenging Russia’s regional influence and setting the stage for a historic geopolitical shift.
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Reader Q&A: ask international correspondent Luke Harding a question now
The Guardian’s senior international reporter Luke Harding will be answering your questions live from 1pm BST. Ask him about his new book on Trump and Putin, the state of the war in Ukraine, or his career reporting from Kyiv, Moscow and around the world
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Cyclists invited to take on 102-mile Yorkshire Air Ambulance challenge
A NEW cycling challenge will take riders on a cross-county journey between two air ambulance bases.
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Video. Tornado rips through French village, injuring at least 31
Video. A tornado tears through Pomas in southern France, damaging homes and roofs and injuring 31 people as severe storms hit the Aude region.
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The next ‘Big One’: The world in inching towards more catastrophic climate events
Science tells us catastrophe is not a question of if, but when
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Video. Latest news bulletin | August 25th, 2026 – Morning
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 25th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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F1 Q&A: Mercedes; Hamilton, Leclerc and Ferrari team orders; Aston Martin and Isack Hadjar's injury
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Dutch Grand Prix.
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NRL makes a special rule change to help Jai Arrow reach 100 Rabbitohs games
Jai Arrow's battle with motor neurone disease isn't stopping him from reaching for a career milestone in Australia's National Rugby League
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Company seeks approval for more lorries in County Durham - public notice
Southampton firm NVD U.K. Ltd applies to keep 10 more goods vehicles and 10 trailers at its operating centre in Chester-le-Street, County Durham.
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Inside hidden Durham market café serving Rolocoffees and Cherry Bakewell matcha
A family-run Durham Market Hall café is attracting attention with quirky drinks including Cherry Bakewell matcha and Rolo iced coffee.
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Blue plaque on Darlington house reveals Mary Pease’s orphanage for 11 girls
A modest blue plaque on a Cockerton cottage opens a window on to Darlington’s Victorian welfare history — and the quiet legacy of a…
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East Cleveland café near station where locals come for coffee but stay for cocktails
Serving breakfast, brunch, coffee, cocktails and live music, Signals has been a popular part of Saltburn for almost 40 years.
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Bathla Group: major Sydney property developer collapses after ‘perfect storm’, leaving buyers in limbo
Bathla Group says softening sales and impacts from federal government’s May budget contributed it being placed in voluntary administration
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Person taken to hospital after late-night A66 crash in County Durham
A person has been taken to Darlington Memorial Hospital after a late-night crash on the A66 between the A1(M) Scotch Corner and Bowes in County…
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Evri to create 10,000 jobs as hiring drive launched for parcel delivery firm
Evri has announced it will be launching a recruitment drive, aiming to fill out 10,000 positions across the UK
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Judge postpones trial for man charged in Lockerbie bombing over ‘new evidence’
The explosion killed all 259 passengers and crew members and 11 people on the ground in Lockerbie
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North East 'Glastonbury'-like festival returns this Bank Holiday as pub raises £250k
The Beeswing in East Cowton is hosting its 13th ‘Glastonbury’ festival to raise money for end of life care at a nearby hospital.
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US judge delays start of Lockerbie bombing trial over new evidence
The bombing, which is the deadliest-ever terror attack in Britain, killed all 259 people on board Pan Am flight 103 and 11 people on the ground in the Scottish town of Lockerbie.
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Alan Jones and fellow 2GB host referred to SMH and reporter as ‘pigs in the media’, court hears
Jason Morrison, a former presenter at the Sydney radio station, denies ‘tailoring his evidence’ during trial of veteran shock jock Jones
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US Treasury’s Scott Bessent ‘will lose’ battle with bond markets, former mentor warns
Trump ally should cut budget deficit rather than try to suppress bond yields, says billionaire Stanley Druckenmiller
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Prince Harry and Meghan should pay for their own security needs, public says
The prime minister Andy Burnham has said that the couple’s security arrangements were a ‘private matter’
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New independent café opens in Bishop Auckland serving fresh coffee and breakfast
A new independent café has opened in Bishop Auckland, offering customers a place to enjoy breakfast, lunch, freshly made food and coffee.
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North Yorkshire town set to open hidden heritage sites for free history festival
Richmond will host a programme of free talks, tours, walks and family activities as part of the 2026 Heritage Open Days festival, celebrating…
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The Chinese electric cars winning over more UK drivers
CHINESE electric vehicles are gaining ground in the UK market.
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Burnham hails council house comeback with £10bn for 70,000 new homes
PM makes first major spending announcement on policy priority – but uses money set aside by Starmer and backtracks on social housing vow
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‘Enough is enough’: 121 Indigenous Victorians have died by suicide in the past five years
Royal commission recommended First Nations healing centres in 2021 but the Indigenous health service says the state has ‘done nothing’ to fund it
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Young people 'baiting officers' says Police Federation in wake of A66 crash
Young people are “baiting police officers” with dangerous driving, the Police Federation said in the wake of a collision on the A66 in which two…
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95 per cent of the 124 homes sold at new £33 million Bradford district development
A NEW housing development in Keighley has reached a major sales milestone.
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Giant balloons turn heads with cheeky message ahead of new Leeds opening
GIANT red balloons have landed in Leeds with a message that’s turning heads and raising eyebrows.
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How Canada could hit back to hurt the US economy - and Trump
What leverage does Canada, which sells about 70% of its goods to the US, actually have in this spiralling trade dispute?
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New Colombian president orders immigration raids as part of crackdown
The far-right leader, a close ally of Donald Trump, seemed to echo the rhetoric of the Trump administration. 'Colombians first, Colombians second, Colombians third, may that be clear to everyone,' de la Espriella said.
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Don’t book your 2027 holidays until you see these dates
Workers could turn 19 days of annual leave into 47 days away from work next year by cleverly booking around the 2027 bank holidays.
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Bradford eye surgeon issues warning over regular eye tests
AN eye surgeon has warned that regular eye exams are essential for protecting long-term health.
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Six-month road and footpath closures planned in North East town - public notice
Roads and footpaths on Burn Park Road in Houghton-le-Spring are set to close for up to six months while cable installation works are carried out
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Poppy the pony delights residents during special County Durham care home visit
Poppy the Shetland pony from Grove Equestrian delighted residents at Peterlee Care Home in County Durham
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The King's Head in Cockfield to reopen with new landlord after glass 'attack'
The King's Head in Cockfield is set to reopen with a new landlord after a man was seriously injured in a ‘violent’ glass attack there.
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Maradona ‘Hand of God’ ball sells for €2.9m - well below estimate
The Adidas Azteca ball, used for both of Maradona’s goals against England in the 1986 World Cup, fell well short of its €8.6 million presale estimate.
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‘Someone knows something’ FBI raises rewards in dozens of Native American cases
The FBI has established a minimum reward of $25,000 for help in solving some cold cases where people went missing or were killed in Indian Country
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Gold price hits three-month high amid fears over Iran war and Trump economy
Bitcoin rises above $80,000 for the first time since May amid uncertainty over US fiscal plans
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Budget airline targets older workers in new recruitment drive
Since launching an initiative to recruit older workers in 2022, the number of cabin crew over the age of 50 has now more than doubled
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Costa tests leaders ahead of budget crunch talks, eyes year-end deal
Costa begins a four-week tour of EU capitals to gauge leaders’ appetite to compromise on a deal for the bloc’s common budget by year-end. #EuropeNews
