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Double murder investigation launched over two deaths in Glasgow
The bodies of Paul Lafferty and Gary Beaton were found in a flat in Patrick's Chancellor Street on Sunday.
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Christian metal band Demon Hunter sue Netflix over KPop Demon Hunters name
The band say they face "an existential crisis" after the success of the K-pop-inspired Netflix film.
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'Significant damage' as car 'deliberately' ploughs into North East hair salon
Northumbria Police are investigating after a vehicle was deliberately driven into the shutters of Queen B Hair and Beauty Clinic on Hylton Road in…
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You can Venmo your college tuition, for some reason | TechCrunch
Kids these days don't know how good they have it.
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CareCloud confirms 3.7M patients had their medical records stolen in data breach | TechCrunch
The cyberattack at CareCloud resulted in one of the largest reported data breaches in the U.S. healthcare industry this year.
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Spared execution eight times, US's oldest inmate dies at 101
Francis Smith was one of a growing number of elderly people who are incarcerated.
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Popular homeware brand to launch new second-hand marketplace in the UK
The IKEA marketplace will allow people to upload photos of their old IKEA items to sell.
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Ruby Tui: Trailfinders Women sign New Zealand great on one-year deal
World Cup-winning New Zealand international Ruby Tui, 34, signs a one-year deal with Trailfinders Women.
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Popular UK retailer to shut store in town centre next month after 5 years of trading
A UK retailer is shutting a town centre store after five years of trading.
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Thunderstorm warning issued across North East as heavy showers set to hit
The Met Office has issued a thunderstorms yellow weather warning across parts of the North East as heavy showers set to hit.
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Family pay tribute to much-loved man who dies after collision in supermarket car park
A man has died after sustaining serious injuries in a collision in a supermarket car park.
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Catholic schools chief denies wiping critical evidence after performing factory reset on phone, Icac hears
Dallas McInerney tells inquiry he wiped data from his devices over the weekend after receiving a security warning from his bank
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Cows cause major delays on A1(M) near Darlington after wandering onto motorway
Cows caused delays on the A1(M) after wandering onto the motorway near Darlington.
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One rushed to hospital as family rescued after falling into difficulty at beauty spot
One person was rushed to hospital after a family was rescued when falling into difficulty at a popular beauty spot.
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Pakistani authorities seek court review of order allowing Imran Khan hospital treatment
Pakistani authorities have asked the Supreme Court to review or withdraw an order requiring imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan to receive a medical exam at a private hospital
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Inflation is heating up but don't expect another crisis
Rising living costs could heap pressure on PM Andy Burnham though it depends what happens in the coming months.
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Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and RED Driving School investigated over 'drip pricing'
The consumer watchdog said they were trying to find out if the three companies were not showing full prices upfront to customers.
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Indonesia seizes 2.6 tonnes of meth in major bust, official says
Indonesia has some of the world's toughest anti-drug laws, including the death penalty for traffickers, but has maintained a moratorium on executions for several years.
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Beninese-French singer Angélique Kidjo makes history as first Black African to get Hollywood Walk of Fame star
“By becoming the first African artist to receive this global honour, the Beninese icon has etched her name into history and raised the rhythms, creativity and dignity of our entire nation to the highest level," said Benin’s President Romuald Wadagni.
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Air ambulance called and rescued boat launched as person pulled from Wear in Durham
A person has been taken to hospital after a large 999 river rescue mission in Durham yesterday (August 18).
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Bradford families can enter prize draw for free tickets to major attractions
A SUMMER of fun could be just a ticket away for families in need of a budget-friendly day out.
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Bradford drivers urged to stay vigilant after number plate theft reports
POLICE are urging residents to remain vigilant following vehicle registration plate thefts.
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France: President Emmanuel Macron signs assisted dying law
The government must now publish the implementing decrees before the right to assisted dying can actually be put into effect. #EuropeNews
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Virgin Australia apologises to disability advocate removed from flight over wheelchair motor
Shane Hryhorec’s viral video showing the interaction with flight staff has already garnered 16 million views
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In cutting joint drills, Trump has given South Korea’s president what he wants. So why is Seoul so uneasy?
Lee Jae Myung has long pushed for stronger homegrown defences, yet Donald Trump’s move has sparked alarm in some quarters
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Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and Red Driving School investigated over pricing
Consumers affected could get compensation if it is found that the companies broke the law, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said.
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Mobile gold miners in eastern Congo complicate health workers' efforts to contain Ebola
Eleven-year-old Isaac Batisa searches for gold at a mining site in eastern Congo to help feed his family
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Kenya triples its power target, aiming to expand use of nuclear and geothermal energy
Kenya has tripled its long-term target for expanding its renewable power capacity to meet surging demand and support its industrialization, but that might not result in more affordable power for consumers
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Trump hints at bringing Keystone oil pipeline project ‘back from the grave’
President Trump’s support for the project contrasts the position held by two of his predecessors as commander-in-chief
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North East accountancy firm eyes growth after move to larger offices
An ambitious accountancy firm is preparing for further growth after relocating to larger premises to support its expanding workforce and future…
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Downfall of TV officer barred over sexual relationship with woman he met on duty
Former Cleveland police man, Ben Burgess, who appeared on a Channel 5's Inside the Force has been barred after pursuing a sexual relationship…
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Shipley residents invited to event tackling harassment of runners
A COMMUNITY event promoting runner safety and bike security is set to take place in Shipley this month.
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British Heart Foundation shop in Bradford district set to shut its doors next weekend
A charity shop is preparing to close its doors for the final time.
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Formula 1: Kimi Antonelli - the boy 'born in a garage' and made on the track
Kimi Antonelli was a natural driver at the age of three, according to his dad. Here's how he went on to lead the F1 drivers' championship at the age of 19.
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Firm chosen to shape delivery of homes, jobs and infrastructure across Tees Valley
A global engineering and environmental consultancy has been chosen to help shape how communities, housing, infrastructure and economic growth are…
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Video. First jellyfish museum in the US opens in Pompano Beach
Video. Pompano Beach hosts the first US jellyfish museum, where visitors watch 20 species drift in tanks and learn about their ecosystems and research.
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Hotel blaze in India's West Bengal kills 9 and injures 6
A fire in a hotel has killed at least nine people and injured six others in Kolkata, the capital of India’s West Bengal state
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Sugary drinks found linked to stomach cancer for first time
Gastric cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer death worldwide
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Australia mushroom killer's lawyers point to jury flaws at appeal
Patterson was found guilty last year of murdering her husband's parents and an elderly aunt in 2023 by serving them a beef Wellington lunch laced with lethal death cap mushrooms.
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UK relies on heat-stressed countries for fruit and veg it could grow itself – report
Food Foundation sounds alarm over supply risks and price shocks as about 40% of Britain’s food is imported
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Congo’s Ebola outbreak reaches 5,000 cases as it outpaces response efforts at unprecedented speed
The Ebola outbreak in Congo has reached 5,000 cases as responders warn it is spreading at an unprecedented speed outpacing efforts to slow it in one of the country’s remotest regions
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UK inflation rises to 2.9% as Iran war drives up energy bills
Accelerating prices in July add to pressure on households, with chancellor saying ‘there is more to do to restore hope’
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LIVE- Severe delays on A1(M) near Darlington after crash
There are currently severe delays around 58 minutes on the A1(M) near Low Coniscliffe, Darlington after a crash. We will be bringing you the latest…
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Bishop Auckland care home told to improve over unsafe windows and furniture
Bishop Auckland care home The Fields has been rated ‘requires improvement’ after inspectors uncovered a string of serious failures.
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US slams 'escalation' after Israeli strikes on Syrian airbase
Israel said it had attacked the base because Syria had been close to breaching an agreed-upon “status quo in security matters” by allowing Turkish troops to deploy there.
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Democrat Mary Peltola and Republican Dan Sullivan lead in Alaska primary for US Senate – US politics live
Incumbent Sullivan is running for third term while Peltola is fighting to flip seat and aid Democrats retake control of Congress
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Prosecutors say bullet engraving shows Charlie Kirk was targeted for his politics
Prosecutors in Charlie Kirk’s killing have pointed to an engraved bullet in arguing that Kirk was targeted for how the defendant perceived his politics
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Hit West End musical Heathers to visit Darlington Hippodrome
Heathers The Musical will visit Darlington Hippodrome as part of its UK tour, bringing the hit stage adaptation of the cult film to the North East…
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Nigella Lawson gives update on future as she admits she is 'a bit nervous'
Nigella Lawson has given an update on he future, saying she is “a bit nervous” about her latest work as a judge on The Great British Bake Off
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Fresh Ukraine corruption probe adds to pressure on Zelenskyy ahead of key vote – Europe live
Investigation into unnamed lawmakers comes hours before parliament is due to to vote on successor to Mykhailo Fedorov as he calls for elections