UK
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Falling crucifix kills Ecuador priest during livestreamed church service
Heavy crucifix suddenly detaches from wall behind altar and strikes priest
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How will Burnham’s ban on ‘headphone dodgers’ on public transport work?
Train companies already have the power to issue £1,000 fines for antisocial behaviour
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Shildon shoplifter swiped booze and beauty sets from Darlington Heron Foods store
Shildon woman Lara Moss admits stealing groceries, laundry products and alcohol from Heron Foods in Darlington
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Two young people die in sepsis cases as County Durham NHS Trust launches review
Two young patients have died in sepsis cases in the last year, County Durham and Darlington NHS trust has confirmed as it launched a review.
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Darlington family's 'living nightmare' as sporty uncle bedbound after diagnosis
A Darlington woman says her family are "living in an awful nightmare" after her beloved uncle was diagnosed with incurable brain cancer.
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Southport killer due in court over alleged prison attack
Axel Rudakubana, 20, is serving a life sentence for the murders of Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine, Bebe King, six, and Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven
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52 homes set for approval despite warning village GP surgery cannot cope
Plans for 52 homes in Sherburn, near Malton, face GP capacity concerns and 40 objections, as North Yorkshire Council considers the scheme on October 22.
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Paedophile teacher took pictures of schoolgirls and make sickening AI pornography
A paedophile teacher who took pictures of schoolgirls in his classroom and used them to create sickening AI child pornography has been jailed.
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County Durham food truck marks 20 years after three high street giants come and go
County Durham food truck couple Derrick and Stacey Hope mark 20 years at Fylands Drive, recalling Focus, Poundstretcher and Greggs competition ahead of Wickes.
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What we know about apparent attack on Australian MP hit by car
Helen Haines was hit by a car in what the prime minister has called a "deliberate act".
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Three deaths from float crushes raise safety concerns over Japanese festivals
Deputy mayor of Saijo died after becoming trapped under float, days after two similar incidents elsewhere
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Age UK North Yorkshire & Darlington thanks donors but is 'not out of the woods yet'
Community donations are helping Age UK North Yorkshire & Darlington amid closure fears, but the charity still needs urgent funding to survive.
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Kings Cross strip club owner fails to overturn ban on entering his own ‘high-risk’ venues
NSW tribunal upholds liquor authority’s decision preventing Manthos Papadopoulos from entering Sydney Elements and Showgirls
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‘This is not poker’: Alberta goes to polls in referendum that has exposed divisions, not least among separatists
Voters to be asked whether province should remain part of Canada or hold a second, binding independence vote
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Singapore expands crackdown on Indonesian companies linked to haze
Singapore has issued preventive notices to three more Indonesian companies to tackle and prevent forest fires in Kalimantan province
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Herald Business LIVE: Today's top stories - October 19
Welcome to The Herald's Business live blog, where we’ll be bringing you the latest developments from across Scotland’s business industry.
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Australian MP in critical condition after 'attack' outside office
Police said a 43-year-old suspect had been arrested following the incident in Wangaratta, northeast of Melbourne
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Israeli police arrest 10 people over settler attacks on US journalist and diplomats
Prosecutions of Israeli settlers are rare
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Man in hospital with fractured spine and head injuries after two-car smash
A man has been left with a fractured spine and head injuries after a two-car crash in Eaglescliffe on Sunday.
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Trump’s annexation threats loom as Alberta votes on leaving Canada
Alberta, home to most of Canada’s proven oil reserves — the fourth largest in the world — will decide whether to remain a province or begin the legal process toward a future referendum on separation
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Inside the union compromises that left hybrid working for civil servants unenforced
Scottish Government papers reveal the union compromises behind civil servants’ hybrid working as ministers move to mandatory attendance.
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How Glasgow businesses can make the benefits of Oasis live forever
The goal should be to turn one of the biggest gigs in the calendar into lasting growth, using exceptional trading days to build capabilities that endure, writes Martyn Kendrick, Regional Director for Scotland at Bank of Scotland
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The father and son on opposite sides of Alberta’s separation vote
Albertans are voting on whether to stay in Canada or pursue independence via a referendum, splitting even some close-knit families.
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Durham Council opens applications for independent scrutiny role
AN opportunity to shape public accountability has opened up
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Drivers urged to avoid falling victim to mileage fraud by taking important step
Drivers in the UK have been warned about falling victim to mileage fraud and how they could spot a clocked car
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Survivors attacked by sharks after boat capsizes off Mexico
The boat departing from Mexico capsized with 27 people on board
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County Durham café praised for 'best ever' scone and unique African-inspired dishes
Nobia & Sons in Barnard Castle has earned a 4.8 Tripadvisor rating, with visitors praising its huge homemade scones, goat curry and welcoming staff.
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James Cosmo brings soldier’s words to life in Royal Regiment of Scotland film
James Cosmo lends his voice to a soldier’s powerful poem
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France protests latest: French PM calls for curfews as fears of further violence grow
Hundreds of thousands of people protested this weekend over declining public services and rising cost-of-living pressures
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Houthi rebels strike a government military camp in southern Yemen, killing at least 20 fighters
Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have struck a military camp for government forces in southern Yemen, killing at least 20 soldiers
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Woman guilty of involvement in group attack but two men cleared of also raping victim
A woman has been found guilty of taking part in a group assault on a man held captive in her County Durham home.
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Reform MSP Amanda Bland resigns to sit as independent
Amanda Bland's decision relegates the party to the third-largest group at Holyrood, with one member fewer than Labour.
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Tees Valley college group unveils ambitious Destination 2030 plan
Education Training Collective launches Destination 2030 to expand skills, careers and clean energy training across the Tees Valley, backed by major investment.
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Meet the North East family taking on the world's toughest obstacle races
The Jarman family is making a name for themselves in the sport of obstacle course racing.
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NFL results: Los Angeles Rams lose again as Kansas City Chiefs stay unbeaten
Week six in the NFL produced some unlikely heroes as the Arizona Cardinals pulled off a huge upset while the Philadelphia Eagles suffered another loss.
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‘Deeply appalled’: politicians condemn alleged attack after independent MP Helen Haines critically injured
Anthony Albanese says his thoughts are with Indi MP after arrest of driver in Wangaratta
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Tommy Robinson used ‘bullyboy, intimidatory tactics’ to threaten journalists, court told
Far-right activist is charged with two counts of harassment causing fear of violence to two MailOnline reporters
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Alberta fire: Four service members killed and dozens injured in military base blaze
Deadly disaster, driven on by fierce autumn winds, strikes one of country’s busiest training bases, with eyewitness describing the injured being taken away as: ‘Like a scene from a war movie’
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HelloFresh workers claim physical abuse and denied bathroom breaks in class action suit
The meal kit delivery service denies the allegations, saying it found claims to be ‘entirely without merit’
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Serbian rector's phone was infected with spyware during student protests, group says
A digital rights group says spyware from an Israeli company targeted the phone of the head dean of Belgrade University
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All the races that will decide control of the US Senate
Voter frustration over rising prices and the war in Iran, alongside the unpopularity of President Donald Trump, has made several contests competitive at November's midterm elections
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Commuters warned as signal fault hits busy route near Glasgow
Rail passengers: check before travelling as disruption hits some routes
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Dream island life up for grabs as family sought for Fair Isle croft
A rare chance to move to Fair Isle has opened up, with a five-bedroom home and 12-acre croft available on one of Scotland’s remotest inhabited islands
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The childcare change that could boost incomes and bring parents back to work
Almost half of parents using tax-free childcare say existing policies have not enabled them to reduce their levels of debt
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Reverse swing in ODIs: How a rule change has changed the game and what impact could it have?
One rule change has changed the face of ODI cricket. BBC Sport looks at its impact, who is benefiting and what it could mean for the future.
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US gave us no warning of Russian strikes on Kyiv power plants, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian president accuses Washington of ‘denial of reality’ in ongoing row with Trump over apparent support for Moscow
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St Andrews students cover each other in foam for annual Raisin Monday tradition
St Andrews students celebrate Raisin Monday with a huge shaving foam fight, costumes and food donations at the historic Fife university tradition.
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Companies face up to £2,500-a-day charge for roadworks on County Durham roads
Companies carrying out roadworks on County Durham’s busiest roads could be charged up to £2,500 a day by Durham County Council.
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ITV changes Emmerdale and Coronation Street TV schedules this week
ITV is changing the usual TV schedules for Emmerdale and Coronation Street this week to allow for the broadcast of The Pride of Britain Awards.
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Pub closures, whisky taxes and the scramble for Budget support
Scottish pubs are closing at an alarming rate as the hospitality industry calls for tax relief and government support ahead of the UK and Scottish Budgets.
