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Thousands join call to raise HMRC tax free Personal Allowance to £18,000
A petition calling for the £12,570 Personal Allowance to rise to £18,000 has attracted nearly 65,000 signatures.
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Darline Graham’s win in South Carolina shows Trump’s endorsement still matters
The president’s decision to deploy every resource to get Lindsey Graham’s sister over the finish line paid off big time, Eric Garcia writes. But it comes on the heels of some stinging defeats
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Dolly Parton's philanthropy was based on 'her belief in the goodness of people'
Dolly Parton's death is shining a new light on the country music icon's philanthropy
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Dolly Parton's reading legacy is helping more than 3,000 children in Newcastle
Music icon Dolly Parton has been hailed as an “inspiration” who leaves a legacy that will help children in Newcastle for generations to come.
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Metro services thrown into chaos as 'cable theft' shuts major line and sparks delays
Yellow Line Metro trains were suspended between Pelaw and South Shields after another cable theft, with delays spreading across the wider network.
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Human rights in Myanmar hitting 'new low,' United Nations warns
Myanmar's ruling junta seized power in a coup in 2021 that ousted Aung San Suu Kyi's elected government, ending a 10-year experiment with democracy and plunging the country into turmoil and a humanitarian crisis.
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QueryStory wants you to believe what AI is telling you | TechCrunch
The startup came out of stealth with $6 million in seed funding and a plan to use LLMs and cybersecurity know-how to make AI queries coherent.
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Key inflation gauge remains elevated during Iran war and ongoing US trade fights
An inflation measure closely watched by the Federal Reserve was unchanged last month in the latest sign that many Americans are still struggling with higher costs
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Hope and concern swirls for Ohioans around ‘world’s largest datacenter’
Piketon datacenter promises to generate thousands of jobs, but environmental groups voice concern over project
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Honda Prelude vs Toyota GR86, an Edmunds sport coupe test
Sport coupes have grown scarce, so the return of the Honda Prelude alongside the purist Toyota GR86 gives shoppers a rare and unusual choice
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Trump administration abruptly halts immigrant visa interviews across the world
A U.S. State Department spokesperson said on Tuesday that it launched a global training initiative at all U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide
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How a teenager's turnaround inspired a new youth initiative in Darlington
A Darlington shopping centre manager has launched a new youth-led initiative to support teenagers aged 14 and over during the school holidays.
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Putin signs decree allowing state seizure of drone-hit businesses
The edict covers energy, transport, logistics and any facility deemed critical to national security, and can be imposed by presidential instruction alone. Experts called it "hybrid nationalisation," warning it would be used to seize assets from companies under the pretext of security failure.
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Credit score firm rolls out major ratings overhaul - what you need to know
The new scoring system will use a broader range of data, such as how account balances have changed over time
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Rising energy bills ‘difficult’ for people, Andy Burnham says
Ofgem has announced that its price cap will rise by 4% or £60 per year to £1,723 from October 1.
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Running more effective for sleep loss than a short nap, study finds
Young adults stayed awake for 30 hours to complete the research
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Council's new advertising policy for lampposts could bring in some much-needed cash
A cash-strapped council's new advertising policy - including for some of its lamp posts - could bring in some much-needed cash.
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Islamabad PIMS hospital fire: Witnesses say rescue was delayed as blaze killed 14 babies
A hospital official told the BBC that the door to the ward was not locked, but manned with security guards, to protect the babies.
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'An answer would be excellent' - Resident anger towards council over 2 month wait
A resident trying for two months to discuss an application with planners wants the situation to improve.
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Two people dead and murder investigation launched after 'devastating' house fire
Two people have died and a murder investigation has been launched following a “devastating” house fire in the early hours of this morning.
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Man jailed for making death threats to mosques days after Manchester synagogue attack
Gabriel Levy was sentenced to more than two years in jail at Leeds Crown Court on Wednesday
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The Kremlin says the CIA director held talks in Moscow with his intelligence counterparts
The Kremlin says CIA Director John Ratcliffe held talks in Moscow with his intelligence counterparts, a rare and secretive visit at a time when relations with Washington remain strained over Russia’s war in Ukraine
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Bill Gates warns AI could unleash biological attacks as he seeks meeting with Xi
Gates wants countries to monitor AI's ability to create molecules and carry out biological attacks
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From 'shy' magician’s assistant to lead rider - meet Kynren’s daring equestrian
From working behind the scenes in a magic act to leading a major horse production, Edie Bainbridge has built a career on persistence and daring…
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Dubai airport reports sharp drop in second quarter traffic due to Iran war's effects
Dubai International Airport reports a sharp drop in passengers during the second quarter
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Teacher who sent explicit photos to teenage boy on Snapchat banned
The tribunal heard Mr Bullen sent six unsolicited images ‘in various states of undress’
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Councillor urges public not to speculate after house blaze leaves four in hospital
A councillor has urged people not to speculate about the cause of a “devastating” house fire which left four people in hospital.
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Farage’s Reform slumps to lowest poll rating in 18 months
The dip comes after weeks of infighting within the party
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Ukrainian commander decorated after speeding through ‘kill zone’ to save troops
His feat captured the country's attention and earned him its highest military honour
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Why are energy bills going up and what can I do?
The price cap taking effect from October 1 will rise by 4% for a typical household using gas and electricity.
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‘Fear of the right holding us to ransom’: Readers on Burnham’s EU stance
Our community reacts as the new prime minister holds firm on Labour’s Brexit red lines, with some readers demanding he go further and others urging him to wait for a fresh mandate
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‘Crude’ breeze-blocking in of windows seals planning application’s fate
Breeze-blocking in windows is a 'crude and unsympathetic intervention' downgrading the look of a Halifax town centre street, say unhappy…
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Couple return to North Yorkshire and UK's highest pub 30 years after marrying there
A couple who married at Britain’s highest pub after spotting it in a magazine have returned to the Yorkshire Dales landmark 30 years later to…
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More than 50 kidnapped as violent gang attack in Haiti leaves 47 dead
In a video posted on social media, the gang leader threatened to kill the hostages if any of his members were harmed.
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Libyan who was cleared after Lockerbie bombing trial dies aged 70
A Facebook post by Libyan Airlines announced the death of Al Amin Khalifah Fhimah and expressed the company's condolences to his family.
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USS Abraham Lincoln heads to Thailand for a brief stop after lengthy deployment at sea
The U.S. aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln is set to make a temporary stop in Thailand after its deployment in the Middle East
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Experts issue fresh warning over baby food pouches sold in UK supermarkets
Experts have sent a warning to parents about the high levels of sugar in baby food pouches
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Large parts of UK under thunderstorm and flood warnings today – full list of regions
The Met Office has warned of flooding, power cuts and disruption across the country
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Man arrested after driving guillotine across US over anger at Trump and Newsom
United States Capitol Police have arrested a California man with what they said was a guillotine in the bed of a pickup truck parked near the U.S. Capitol complex
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North East chemical sector calls for clear Government strategy
A North East industry leader has joined chemical sector bosses in calling on the Prime Minister to recognise chemicals as a foundational industry…
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Inside wacky £600k Teesside townhouse with Harry Potter-style office
This Grade II listed townhouse in the heart of Norton has been transformed with striking botanical décor, luxury finishes and unique design…
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Around 500 attend Bradford event celebrating the Prophet’s legacy
AROUND 1,000 people gathered in Bradford for an evening of reflection, poetry, music and praise
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Students urged to get free MenB jab before Freshers' Week
Nearly one million students are being urged to get a free NHS MenB vaccination before heading to university
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UK homes face winter energy squeeze as Ofgem reveals 4% price cap rise
It marks the highest average bill since July 2023
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Liverpool's midfield is fragile - but will they act in the transfer window?
Liverpool's draw at Newcastle emphasised once again their midfield fragility but will they act in the market and bring in a defensive-minded player?
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Newton Aycliffe dad slams Darlington hospital after cut on toe led to leg amputation
A Newton Aycliffe dad says his life has “changed forever” after a cut on his toe led to his leg being amputated below the knee.
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Guisborough town centre to get new 20mph zones and road changes - public notice
Redcar and Cleveland Council is set to introduce new 20mph speed limits and one-way traffic restrictions on key roads in Guisborough, according to a…
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Remains of 16th-century hospital that treated sailors found in Peru
Archealogists uncovered a colonial-era hospital and adjacent church in Lima that treated sick sailors. According to experts, the hospital dates back to the 1570s and operated until shortly before 1821.
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Millions of women in England to receive ‘game-changing’ at-home HPV testing kits
Eligible women aged between 30 and 65 will be sent invitations through the NHS app, text message, email or by letter
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Rishi Sunak DID plot to oust Boris Johnson as prime minister, new book claims
Exclusive: Sunak’s aides ‘worked forensically with his tacit support to undermine Johnson’, says Sir Anthony Seldon in new book