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Canada 24-21 England: Red Roses' 41-match unbeaten run ends in Toronto
England's 41-match unbeaten streak ends in dramatic fashion as Shoshanah Seumanutafa's late try hands Canada a thrilling 24-21 victory in Toronto.
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Hero dad ID’ed after stopping teenage gunman at Oregon elementary school
The 16-year-old shooter and one victim have also been identified
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Teenager and pensioner killed after aircraft crashes near Drymen
A pensioner and a teenager have been killed after a plane crashed near Drymen
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Wind turbines could become harder to build in parts of County Durham under new plan
Wind turbines could become harder to approve in parts of County Durham under a new blueprint for the North Pennines.
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Inside Darlington's haunting Halloween pop-up shop that's the 'biggest in North East'
A mother-and-daughter team say they've opened the biggest Halloween pop-up shop in the North East as they bring thousands of costumes and spooky accessories to Darlington for one month only.
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Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia show the Yemeni rebels' growing strength
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have showcased their growing military capabilities, repeatedly striking the airport in Saudi Arabia's capital and seizing territory near a key shipping chokepoint
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Police Scotland told to produce vetting timeline after latest convictions
Police Scotland have been told to publish a timeline for the re-vetting of officers, after the latest conviction for sexual assault
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I spent the week in court with Russell Brand – this is what I saw
The comedian’s rigid composure, which was captured by a court sketch artist, did not falter during the first three days of his high-profile trial, as Crime Correspondent Amy-Clare Martin reports
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Airstrike kills 3 children in Yemen, and other Middle East developments
An airstrike has killed three children in Yemen, according to Iranian-backed Houthi rebels
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NHS staff anger over bombshell plan to reshape orthopaedic surgery across Scotland
A confidential Scottish Government blueprint for orthopaedic surgery — revealed by The Herald — calls for 100 extra clinics and 15 extra theatres monthly, while surgeons, nurses and unions say they were never consulted.
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The eight North East postcodes to scoop prizes on the Postcode Lottery last week
Eight 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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Boy and man die in light air craft crash near Loch Lomond
Emergency services were called at about 16:45 on Friday, and pronounced both dead at the scene.
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Pope's health should not be taken 'for granted', says top Vatican diplomat
Archbishop Paul Gallagher tells the BBC there was no sign of the Pope's ill health prior to his operation this week.
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Bill McLaren was the voice of rugby. Behind the microphone was a very different man
Bill McLaren became the voice of rugby and a Scottish broadcasting legend. A new book reveals the shy man behind that unmistakable voice
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Retail price impacts from the Iran war are uneven but add up for US households before midterms
High fuel prices are making it more expensive to drive, fly and buy some goods more than seven months into the U.S.-Iran war
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Plan to make firms pay more to train older workers than youth apprentices in England
Exclusive: Ministers considering overhaul of apprenticeship funding scheme to tackle youth jobs crisis
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Reform councillor resigns after being filmed making ‘offensive’ racist remarks
Alan Feeney recorded by an undercover journalist calling Asian homeowners ‘parasites’
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How a First World War watch led to a British Empire Medal for County Durham man
The lifelong passion that led to a County Durham historian being honoured ahead of the launch of the 2026 Poppy Appeal. PETER BARRON reports
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'You will be sent to prison' - judge's final warning to man in 'punishment attack'
A man given a suspended prison sentence for taking part in a group revenge attack risked being jailed after missing unpaid work.
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'He's an absolute miracle' - Consett family's 2,000-mile drive to thank baby charity
A County Durham dad is preparing to drive 1,000 miles to Spain to raise money for charity after his premature son spent more than 100 days in intensive care.
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Homeless man blighted Bishop Auckland shops as he turned to shoplifting to survive
Daniel Slack caused months of shoplifting and disorder in Bishop Auckland earlier this year.
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British under-30s set to work in EU again as UK pushes for Brexit reset
Brussels is negotiating with member states ahead of the crucial UK-EU summit next month
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'Seriously gorgeous' North East riverside café with 'stunning' views
The Riverview Kitchen in Durham is loved for its stunning views and amazing Philly cheese steak sandwich.
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Ministers must be honest about Russian threat to UK, says former Foreign Office head
Peter Ricketts called for more resilience in protecting banking, energy and water systems from cyber-assaults
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Big earnings reports, homebuilding and the mood of consumers up front next week
The latest profit updates and forecasts from technology companies, airlines, and a wide range of other businesses will dominate the calendar this week, along with more data on the jobs market and consumer sentiment
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Women’s health champion rejects SNP-backed gynaecology incentive scheme
Scotland’s women’s health champion has pushed back on an SNP-backed gynaecology workforce scheme as Maree Todd pledged action on rural care and abortion services.
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Tens of thousands more children waiting for mental health care
Some 584,193 children are waiting for NHS mental health services in Summer – up by 20,000 compared to 2024
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Mexico jails three men for 158 years each over foreign surfer murders
Two Australians and one American victim were shot dead in 2024 in a botched robbery
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Stinky business: south London bike shop hit by ‘unbearable’ stench from Thames Water sewer
Owner and mechanics fear for their health and future of the Herne Hill shop with no date for fixing problem
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Halloween costume warning as 90 per cent of spooky outfits are breaking UK law
Trading Standards and fire chiefs warn parents after 91 per cent of tested children's Halloween costumes bought online failed UK safety and flammability laws.
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‘Austerity is inevitably painful’: How Michael Gove justifies his politics
In the latest episode of Radical Thinking, the Conservative stalwart Michael Gove joins Aditya Chakrabortty to discuss the future of the right, his record on Brexit and austerity, and the Spectator’s position on Islam
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Café near A1 dubbed North East 'hidden gem' earns near-perfect rating
A countryside café near Alnwick has earned a 4.9-star Tripadvisor rating, with visitors praising its homemade breakfasts, cakes and dog-friendly setting.
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Man jailed for Starmer-linked arson attacks deported, Home Office says
Romanian national Stanislav Carpiuc was sentenced in June over arson attacks targeting the former prime minister's car and property.
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North Yorkshire farm shop and café with mega views praised for pies and breakfasts
Toft Gate Barn near Pateley Bridge has earned a 4.6 Tripadvisor rating, with customers praising its steak pies, hearty food and Yorkshire Dales views.
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American travels over 5,000 miles to munch on old-fashioned sweets at Beamish Museum
A Viral American food vlogger has visited County Durham's Beamish Museum to try some of their old-fashioned sweets and chocolate, prompting recommendations from locals.
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Honeybees are barging aside wild pollinators in hunt for pollen and nectar, study finds
As a surge in beekeepers has lead to increased numbers of honeybees, researchers record them pushing bumblebees and other rival species away from flowers
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Six exes from hell locked up for abusing the women they were meant to love
Six North East men, including Matthew Hurst and Daniel Grainger, jailed for domestic abuse, stalking and violent attacks on partners across County Durham.
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All the president’s women: a familiar downward trajectory in Trump’s cabinet
Half of Trump’s female cabinet officials have been replaced by men, while men facing misconduct allegations remain
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Attacks on Edinburgh secondary school teachers more than double in four years
In total, 210 attacks were recorded, including 39 instances of teachers being hit with a thrown object and 14 cases of an item being used as a weapon.
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Scandinavian bakery perfect for a pastry stop on an autumn walk in North Yorkshire
Koselig Bakeri has built a loyal following across North Yorkshire with Scandinavian-inspired artisan pastries.
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Prolific shoplifter banned from every Sainsbury's in County Durham and jailed
A prolific County Durham shoplifter has been banned from every Sainsbury's store in the region and jailed after pleading guilty to multiple offences in court.
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Why this historic Northumberland spot could be better than Kielder in autumn
As autumn colours spread across Northumberland's countryside, few places combine history and natural beauty quite like National Trust site Cragside.
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Fires, smashed glass and vandalism spark safety fears at County Durham leisure centre
Safety fears have been raised after vandalism, fires and smashed glass were reported at Meadowfield Leisure Centre, prompting extra police patrols and security measures.
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Lotus Lounge confirms opening date for new Pan-Asian restaurant in Yarm
Yarm’s new Pan-Asian restaurant Lotus Lounge has announced its opening date - and there are just days to go.
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Zelenskyy urges support for new US sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged supporters to defend new U.S. sanctions against Russia
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Pope Leo to be discharged from hospital days after lung cancer surgery
The 71-year-old had the lower lobe of his right lung removed after doctors detected a suspected cancerous nodule
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Person rushed to hospital after Tesco 'medical incident' and air ambulance on scene
Emergency services were called to the Tesco store in Coulby Newham at around 1pm on Friday (October 16), following reports of an incident in the shop.
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Kids eat for free at these food hubs this half-term - including Gordon Ramsay spots
Find out where kids can eat free or for £1 this October half-term, including Burger King, Bella Italia, ASDA cafés, Morrisons and Premier Inn.
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Excitement as busy Build-A-Bear Workshop reopens in Metrocentre after major makeover
Families have shared their excitement after a popular North East shopping centre store reopened following a temporary closure for refurbishment.
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'I tried warm and busy Vineyard Café in Darlington - the food was top notch'
The Vineyard Café, mid-way along Darlington’s Post House Wynd, opened in 2021, but I hadn’t been through its doors until a few weeks ago when grabbing a quick coffee with a friend.
