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UK’s biggest EV battery gigafactory shelves expansion as Jaguar Land Rover talks stall
Chinese-owned AESC has pushed back plans in sign of slowing transition from petrol and diesel to electric cars
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The 'hidden gem' bar with cookie-topped matchas, cocktails and a 'secret' cellar
No8 Bar on Scarborough Street is a quirky independent Hartlepool bar and bistro known for character-filled décor, handcrafted cocktails, locally…
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2017 Benjamin Bunny 50p coin with fault listed for sale online for £27,000
A 2017 Benjamin Bunny 50p coin said to feature a rare alignment error has been listed for sale online for £27,000.
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‘My heart breaks into a million pieces’: emotional tributes to Kumanjayi Little Baby at Alice Springs funeral
Hundreds gathered with flashes of pink to farewell the five-year-old girl, who was allegedly murdered in April
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Darlington hospital staff give beloved former A&E matron emotional final farewell
A much loved former Darlington Memorial Hospital matron was given a special final farewell outside the accident and emergency department she helped…
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Israeli strike kills 7 in Lebanon, a vessel attacked in Hormuz and other news from the Middle East
An Israeli airstrike has killed seven people in Lebanon, marking one of the deadliest incidents since a truce with Hezbollah began in June
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BBC was warned of author’s claim to possess missing clothes of child murder victim
Corporation was told of claims by Christopher Berry-Dee that he had clothing, which was lost while in its possession
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Is the US ready for President Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?
The New York congresswoman’s power is in the spotlight as people wonder if the stars are finally aligning for her to run for US president in 2028
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‘Not a handout’: Readers reject pension-for-OBE plan
A think tank has urged Andy Burnham to let wealthy pensioners give up their state pension for an OBE – but our readers say the state pension is earned, not for sale
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North Yorkshire cat charities facing 'unprecedented' numbers of abandoned kittens
Blue Cross says it is dealing with unprecedented numbers of abandoned kittens and unwanted litters, prompting a plea for cat owners to neuter pets.
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North Yorkshire town 'steeped in history' named one of the loveliest harbours
Whitby has been named one of the loveliest harbour towns in Britain thanks to its quirky streets and award-winning restaurants.
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Spanish tourist hotspot rocked by 5.0 magnitude earthquake
Residents in the southern Spanish city of Granada were told to stay calm
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20 County Durham planning applications you need to know about
Here are the latest planning applications validated by Durham County Council in the past week, featuring proposals ranging from home extensions and…
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Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv uses Flamingo missile to bomb industrial site
Italian and Turkish fighter jets were scrambled to respond to the violation
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Foul-mouthed County Durham dad hurled abuse at neighbour and snatched doorbell cam
A foul-mouthed Horden dad hurled abuse at his neighbour and snatched her doorbell camera leaving her “scared to leave the house”.
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Plans for former North East dessert shop to turn into micro bar with live music
A former dessert delivery takeaway on Stanhope Road in South Shields could be turned into a licensed micro bar, under plans submitted to South…
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Surge of casualties in South Sudan as conflict intensifies: ‘It’s heartbreaking’
Doctors tell Liz Cookman that they are seeing a surge in gunshots wounds and hospitals are struggling to cope with the rise in cases as aid cuts continue to bite
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We tried a 'starbathing' stay in Northumberland and were blown away by the food
We went to Charlton Hall's The Tempus to try their new 'starbathing' package and were blown away by the food.
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Exhausted health workers in Congo struggle to keep up as Ebola outpaces contact tracing
Gédéon Banga Ngbape and his team of community health workers are laboring tirelessly in eastern Congo to track the country’s fastest-growing Ebola outbreak
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Here are the cheapest fuel prices in and around Darlington this weekend
To help you get the best deal on your petrol or diesel, we've compiled a list of the cheapest garages in and around Darlington, according to…
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Heathrow Airport warns of disruption following floods
Water in the central terminal area means passengers cannot use roads to the airport
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‘Dangerously hostile’: heatwaves leave hospital wards unsafe, data reveals
Figures disclosed by 33 NHS trusts show temperatures on wards during July rose above 28C limit set by NHS England
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India's Modi says armed Maoists are fading, but warns threat remains from ideological supporters
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi says India’s decades-long Maoist insurgency is nearing its end but warns the country now faces a new battle against what he called “dimagi Naxals,” or people who align with the movement’s ideology
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Tributes paid to Jason Arday after ex-Cambridge professor found dead
His family said they were "in shock" to have lost him, adding a "campaign of misinformation" had been too much.
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Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon kills 7 people, Lebanese state media say
An Israeli airstrike on southern Lebanon has killed seven people and wounded three
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We ate at buzzing new Italian in stunning barn where food was second to none
A new Italian restaurant near Darlington is creating quite the buzz - and we found it most definitely lives up to the hype.
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Take a look inside this distinctive Darlington riverside property going for £275,000
If you're looking for a home that's truly different, Skerne Studios, a gated development of just five individually designed properties…
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Young prisoner found dead in County Durham cell for reasons still not known
A young prisoner, 26, was found dead in his cell at HMP Deerbolt, an inquest has heard.
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Warrant for arrest of woman who tried to bring hard drugs into Durham jail
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of a woman who failed to turn up at court having been found with drugs secreted on herself on arrival at…
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Inside 900-year-old hilltop County Durham church built for powerful bishops
St Michael and All Angels in Bishop Middleham has stood watch over the surrounding countryside for almost 900 years.
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How County Durham woman is writing a new chapter after a multiple sclerosis diagnosis
The former lawyer who has found a new purpose as an author as she learns to live with multiple sclerosis. PETER BARRON reports
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The 13 North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the Postcode Lottery this week
Thirteen North East postcodes have won thousands of pounds in the postcode lottery over the last week. Check to see if you have won below.
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Adam Driver will play Mister Sinister and Inde Navarette will go Rogue in Marvel’s 'X-Men' reboot
Adam Driver will join the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Mister Sinister in Disney and Marvel's “X-Men” reboot
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High street giant collapsed into administration with 1,800 jobs lost owing £46m
A UK high street retail giant collapsed into administration with 1,800 jobs lost owing more than £46 million
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Westminster council threatens Charing Cross soup kitchen with closure
Conservative authority says site is not safe for vulnerable people charity serves or general public
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Full list of retailers where disposable barbecues are banned from sale
UK retailers have been asked to implement a ban on selling disposable barbecues until further notice due to wildfire risks
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Pub pledges tighter security after boy witnessed dad's 'violent' glassing attack
The manager of a County Durham pub has pledged to increase staffing and introduce tighter security measures after a man suffered life-changing…
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Premier League: Why clubs are targeting EFL academy players
Premier League clubs are continuing to recruit young players from EFL and Scottish academies for their U21 and B-team squads.
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Concerns grow over increased global ties with Taliban in Afghanistan
Campaigners fear deeper diplomatic contacts are undermining demands for improvements in human rights
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Residents invited to help shape plans for Metro extension to North East town
Residents in Washington and surrounding communities are being invited to help shape plans for the long-awaited extension of Tyne and Wear Metro…
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Hartlepool MP tells Royal Mail ‘do your job’ as he rejects free cocktail invite
Hartlepool MP Jonathan Brash has turned down an invitation to Royal Mail’s Labour Party conference cocktail event, saying the company must first…
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Northumberland National Trust site that is like 'stepping into a fairytale'
If you are looking for somewhere magical to spend a day, you might want to visit the National Trust site, Cragside.
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First Australian death of little penguin with H5 bird flu confirmed on Phillip Island
Authorities confirm first Australian death of species found with virus near where it attracts crowds to a ‘penguin parade’
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‘A tax on being thin’: only high earners make overall savings on food bills from weight-loss drugs
Users need discretionary income of nearly £100,000 a year to make savings on their grocery spend after paying £1,200 for GLP-1s, analysis finds
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Woodland and waterside views on 'stunning'North Yorkshire countryside walk
Weekend walk: Wildlife and Woodland at Fewston Reservoir
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Jason Arday’s family statement in full following the academic’s death
The family said they are ’in shock to have lost this amazing father, partner, brother, uncle and son’
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More than 130 vulnerable children helped by Cleveland charity role
More than 100 vulnerable children across Cleveland have received support and protection from a Barnardo’s specialist whose role is funded by the…
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Nine-year-old’s dream inspires new family-run North East fidget and sensory toy shop
A North East family are preparing to launch a new shop selling sensory and fidget toys inspired by their nine-year-old daughter's business idea.
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Yorkshire Air Ambulance partnership extended after £150k raised
Yorkshire Air Ambulance will continue to benefit from a longstanding partnership with animal feed manufacturer I’Anson Bros Ltd after the company…
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Rocky Flintoff: Teenager pushes case in One-Day Cup so what next for son of England legend?
With one former England coach calling for Rocky Flintoff to be "fast-tracked" to international cricket, what should be next for the talented teenager?
