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Andy Burnham arrives in Ukraine with plans to share UK blueprints for long-range missiles – Europe live
UK PM to announce support for France in setting up missile assembly lines during his Kyiv visit, as coalition of willing meets later today
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Iran's rial currency hits new record low as US prepares to announce more sanctions
Iran’s currency has hit a new record low as Washington prepares to announce new sanctions it said would be an “economic D-Day.”
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Greece moves Patriot system to Crete over Iran threats to US bases
The Financial Times reported last week, quoting Iranian sources, that Iran would fire missiles at US targets in Europe if President Donald Trump steps up military pressure over the Strait of Hormuz. #EuropeNews
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Sailor’s anguish after father detained by DHS while he serves aboard a U.S. carrier
A spokesperson for the DHS stated on Sunday that officers apprehended Luis Manuel Aviles Roa during a vehicle stop in Key West, Florida
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Thai PM meets security chiefs after attacks in southern provinces
As has often been the case with such incidents, no group was immediately publicly blamed or claimed responsibility for the actions.
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Moscow withdraws UK ambassador as tensions between Britain and Russia mount
Former Russian ambassador to the UK Andrey Kelin left his post on July 21, having been in the role for over seven years
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Divorce, smartphones and control - BBC sees how Taliban run Afghanistan
Five years after the Taliban’s return, the BBC follows senior figures as the group reshapes the country.
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Minister tells social media firms to take down dangerous driving content in wake of fatal A66 crash in Middlesbrough – UK politics live
Defence minister says police ‘need time’ but ‘in the meantime’ the government has told platforms to take down content glorifying dangerous driving
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41-year-old French tourist dies while hiking in Crete
The French couple went on what proved to be a fatal hike in harsh weather conditions despite notices warning of the danger. #EuropeNews
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Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' football from 1986 World Cup win over England sells for £2.5m
The football with which Diego Maradona scored his famous 'hand of God' goal in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final victory over England is sold at auction.
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Social media companies told to remove content celebrating dangerous driving
PCs Tom Clough, 38, and Matthew Blades, 37, died after the police vehicle they were driving was struck by a Volkswagen Passat travelling on the wrong side of the A66 in Teesside on Saturday night
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Hawk fire: 90,000 told to evacuate as wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada
The fire has burned around 10,500 acres and is completely uncontained, officials say.
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Guests joked Alan Jones and alleged victim looked ‘like a great couple’ at luncheon, court hears
Radio host’s indecent assault and sexual touching trial enters fourth week, with shock jock Jason Morrison telling court complainant C appeared ‘stuck’ beside Jones
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China probes use of formaldehyde to keep cabbages fresh
Using the carcinogen to preserve food is prohibited in China, the world's largest producer of cabbages.
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The health of Norway's King Harald deteriorates over the weekend
King Harald of Norway's health has deteriorated, according to the royal palace
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New Zealand to consider banning children under 16 from social media
Prime minister Christopher Luxon’s party to introduce bill seeking the ban, citing harm to a generation of children
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Air conditioning push favoured over emissions cuts in six European nations, survey finds
Poll also finds sizeable majorities who believe it should be easier to install air con in homes
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Pensioners given urgent warning over State Pension payment date
State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other DWP payments due on August 31 will be paid early. See the full list of affected benefits.
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Bradford drivers face five-day closure on Rosse Street from today
ROSSE Street in Bradford is set to close for gas works.
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New Fed chair faces critical test at Jackson Hole as inflation fears mount
Investors will hope Kevin Warsh offers ‘comfort blanket’ at annual meeting of central banks amid bond market anxiety
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Burnham and European leaders arrive in Kyiv as Ukraine marks Independence Day
U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham is in Kyiv on Monday, meeting President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and co-chairing a meeting with international leaders
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What is El Nino – and is the weather phenomenon linked to climate change?
Meteorologists warn El Nino could contribute to record global temperatures and the hottest year ever in 2027
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Punter kicked woman after partner became involved in Darlington pub brawl
A man who tried to prevent onlookers from intervening in a pub brawl involving his partner, delivered a kick to the prone woman with whom she was…
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Supermarket giant vows ‘unbeatable prices’ on hundreds of groceries
It comes two years after the supermarket first launched a price match against hundreds of Aldi and Lidl products
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Traffic, travel and weather news - Live updates for County Durham and North East
Live updates on roadworks and traffic incidents in Darlington, Bishop Auckland, Durham, and the wider North East, including the A66, A19, A1(M), A1,…
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Trump boasts ‘there has never been anything close’ to his endorsement winning streak
Trump boasted that his candidates have a 97% success rate across congressional, senate and gubernatorial elections
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Pensioners given urgent warning over State Pension payment date
State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other DWP payments due on August 31 will be paid early. See the full list of affected benefits.
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Pictures as crowds enjoy free concert by 17-piece band in Darlington town centre
Music filled Darlington Market Square yesterday as the Durham Big Band Alumni and Friends brought an afternoon of swing, jazz and well-known tunes…
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Enes Kanter Freedom gets tossed from arena after courtside clash with WNBA star
Freedom was seated along the baseline wearing a black shirt that read "WOMAN noun. adult human female"
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Two men charged and drugs, guns and cars linked to CFMEU seized as police investigate alleged corruption
Police arrest five men and search six properties including the union’s Victorian headquarters
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Robot named Walter takes over bricklaying duties in North East housing development
Robot-built homes are putting the North East at the forefront of construction innovation.
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Summons issued for Sur-Ron e-bike rider after attempted getaway
A Surron e-bike rider will be receiving a summons to court after being spotted by police in Keighley.
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Cricket captains from around the world renew appeal for medical treatment of Imran Khan
Famous cricketers from around the world have renewed their appeal for the medical treatment of former star player turned politician Imran Khan in a letter to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
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When to watch Emmerdale and Coronation Street as schedule changes this week
Emmerdale and Coronation Street won't air as usual on one day this week due to ITV1 airing the EFL Carabao Cup match on Tuesday, August 25.
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Police awaiting decision on whether to charge seven officers of 'torture camp'
Police are awaiting a decision on whether to charge seven officers of the "torture camp" Kirklevington Detention Centre.
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Salmonella outbreak: How can I check if my eggs are safe to eat?
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) said that investigations had linked salmonella cases to imported eggs
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A66 remains closed after fatal crash that claimed lives of seven people
The A66 remains closed this morning (August 24) as repair work continues following the devastating crash which claimed the lives of seven people.
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When to watch Emmerdale and Coronation Street as schedule changes this week
Emmerdale and Coronation Street won't air as usual on one day this week due to ITV1 airing the EFL Carabao Cup match on Tuesday, August 25.
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Netherland withdraws from 'no longer' neutral 2027 Eurovision
The 2026 competition was watched by 131 million viewers, down 35 million on the year before after five countries boycotted it over Israel's participation.
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Kazakhstan’s new ruling party projected to win Sunday elections
Kazakhstan's new ruling Adilet party has taken a decisive lead in early exit polls, with more than 70% of the vote in the country's early elections for its unicameral parliament which could give it roughly 105 of the 145 seats in the new legislative chamber.
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Jean-Philippe Mateta: What does future hold after Crystal Palace contract claim?
Following a dispute over the length of his contract, will Jean-Philippe Mateta stay at Crystal Palace beyond the transfer window?
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Asian shares mostly decline as bond market pressure mounts
Asian shares are mostly lower and oil prices have declined at the start of a week capped by a meeting of top U.S. economic officials at Jackson Hole
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Fundraisers for families of police officers killed in A66 crash top £250k
More than £250,000 has been raised for the family of two police officers who died when a car driving the wrong way on a dual carriageway crashed…
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Horror at remote Oregon property as five bodies found and killer turns up dead
A quintuple murder suspect was found dead inside a vehicle in Enumclaw, Washington, on Sunday, a day after the bodies of five people were discovered
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County Durham hospitality group acquires telecoms business
County Durham-based Ramside Estates has acquired long-time supplier Select Telecom in a move aimed at supporting the hospitality group's future…
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Andy Burnham arrives in Ukraine to announce long-range missile support
The prime minister is to chair his first meeting of the coalition of the willing as he arrives in Kyiv on Monday
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New daily diabetes pill that helps with weight loss launches in UK pharmacies
Foundayo will be available on private prescription, with pharmacists warning of counterfeit GLP-1 problem
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Long-standing North East chippy up for sale for £50,000
A popular Stockton chippy has been put up for sale.
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Silent prayer vigil to be held for seven people killed in devastating A66 crash
A silent prayer vigil will be held in South Bank today (August 24) as the community continues to mourn seven people who died in the A66 crash.
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Government tells TikTok to remove dangerous wrong-way driving trend videos
The Government has urged TikTok to remove wrong-way driving videos as court records show one of the men killed in the A66 crash was awaiting trial.
