UK
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Homeowners urged not to delay installing solar panels
A recent analysis by Solar4Good has revealed that solar panels now offer a payback period of just seven to 11 years for many UK households—a…
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Thousands join campaign demanding State Pension from age 60
Thousands backed calls for the State Pension age to be cut to 60 before a petition demanding change closed with 7,792 signatures.
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Fresh concerns over chemical found in flavoured vape liquid
Researchers have highlighted how pregnant women vaping could potentially harm their baby
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UK economy grew by 0.4% in second quarter as Iran war prompts slowdown
The UK economy grew by 0.4 per cent in the second quarter of the year, down from 0.6 per cent in the first quarter
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Settler siege of Palestinian homes in West Bank a 'horrific act of terror,' US ambassador says
The U.S. Ambassador to Israel has condemned the actions of Jewish settlers who are besieging the home of an American Palestinian family in the village of Qusra in the Israeli-occupied West Bank
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Israeli militants besiege two Palestinian families in their West Bank homes
Settlers and soldiers cut off water and electricity to homes, and block medical care in campaign of terror
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'Do not eat' recall warning as potentially fatal E.coli found in food item
Symptoms include severe diarrhoea, abdominal pain and occasionally HUS, a serious condition that can lead to kidney failure and can be fatal.
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US coffee shop chain with 800 stores eyeing up business in UK, reports
A popular coffee shop chain in the US, 7 Brew, is reportedly hoping to grow its business and open locations in the UK.
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Which? warns Brits of 'dangerous' scam involving every day card payments
You could be approving a card payment set up by a fraudster in this "dangerous" scam, Which? warns.
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Charlie Kirk’s alleged shooter hit ‘intended target’, lawyers say
The defense lawyers also disputed prosecution’s claims that Robinson targeted Kirk over his political views
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The new Honda Prelude looks every inch a sports coupe but is 184PS enough?
Honda’s decision to revive the Prelude nameplate in the electrified era comes with big expectations.
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Clacton byelection polls open with Farage up against slew of fringe candidates
Longest ballot in UK voting history features likes of Count Binface and Howling Laud Hope alongside Reform leader
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Hour-by-hour forecast as Darlington set to be hotter than Tenerife reaching 32C
The scorching heat will continue across the North East today, with temperatures expected to rise rapidly through the morning before reaching around…
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Millions face higher water bills as suppliers allowed £3.4bn extra spending
Firms in England and Wales seek to fund measures including supporting new homes and datacentres
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County Durham entrepreneur among UK’s most innovative business leaders
Consett entrepreneur Kate Murray, founder and CEO of housing technology firm Ubrix, has been named one of 100 winners of the Innovate UK Women in…
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Landmark artwork unveiled ahead of opening of North East education hub
A striking 30-foot mural by renowned North East artists Jimmy Turrell and Prefab77 has been unveiled on St James’ Boulevard in Newcastle ahead of…
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The popular A-level subject that the UK struggles with
Maths may be the most popular subject choice, but concerns remain about the skills of young people who choose not to study it after 16
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Solar eclipse - County Durham readers share their stunning pictures
Readers share their pictures capturing the solar eclipse over County Durham
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A19 crash LIVE - Road closed and delays after County Durham crash
The A19 is partially blocked and causing slow traffic following a crash between Easington and Murton.
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Canadian Open: Iga Swiatek into first final of her 'toughest season'
Iga Swiatek will meet Elena Rybakina in the Canadian Open final after both players battled through their semi-finals in three sets.
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Met police incapable of change, says mother of murdered sisters after Simon Levy case
Mina Smallman, whose daughters were killed in north London park in 2020, says force ‘decides who matters’
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Great North Run reveals celebrity line-up for 2026 race day
The AJ Bell Great North Run has unveiled a star-studded celebrity line-up for this year’s event, with football favourite Chris Kamara, TV…
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Everything you need to know about the Bishop Auckland Family Festival 2026
Bishop Auckland Family Festival is set to return to Jane Armstrong Park this weekend, with four thousand people expected to attend.
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Popular Teesside band headline North East show in 'massive moment'
A grassroots music night celebrating some of the North East's most promising original artists is set to return this autumn, with one of the…
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Higher-income families more likely to enroll kids in organized sports, an AP-Ipsos poll finds
A new AP-Ipsos poll finds Americans overwhelmingly see major benefits to children playing organized sports, but higher-income families are more likely to participate
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Temperatures will hit 32C
We will be bringing you all the latest updates about the scorching weather which will hit 32C today (August 13).
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UK economy grows between April and June but experts warn of challenges in coming months
The UK economy grew by 0.4% with some firms reporting hot weather and sports helped growth in June.
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Cold War tank giant goes on display at North Yorkshire attraction
A Cold War-era Chieftain Mk.10 tank has gone on display at Eden Camp in North Yorkshire, offering visitors a close-up look at one of Britain’s…
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Minister defends plan to ban zero-hour contracts – although it could cost £3bn a year
A ban on zero hours contracts could cost businesses up to £3 billion a year, according to government analysis
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More troops to be sent to West Bank village besieged by Israeli settlers
Two Palestinian families in the village of Qusra say they have been trapped in their homes, with water and power cut off, since Sunday.
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North East city to honour Merchant Navy with Red Ensign ceremony
Sunderland A will pay tribute to the vital contribution of the Merchant Navy, honouring those who serve at sea.
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Police concerned for North East man missing for more than ten days
Police are searching for a North East man in his 20s who has been missing for more than ten days.
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Warning signs that your eyes are damaged from staring at the eclipse
What you need to know about solar retinopathy
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Nick Reiner laid in wait before killing his parents, new indictment claims
The grand jury indictment is a big step toward trial and allows prosecutors to skip California’s preliminary hearing process
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Clacton by-election live: Polls open as Nigel Farage goes up against Count Binface
The Reform UK leader triggered the contest after deciding to stand down amidst massive scrutiny over his financial affairs
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Young people in North East to begin careers in steel industry
Young people from across the North East are set to begin careers in the steel industry as British Steel invests in the next generation of workers…
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Darlington Amazon worker honoured for support of Black communities
Amazon employee Henry Jacob, from Darlington, has been recognised at the company’s annual “That’s BENtastic!”
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A-level: Results in full as top grades rise for a third year
Teenagers across England, Wales and Northern Ireland received their exam results on Thursday
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Met Police accused of deciding which victims matter and which don’t over Levy case
Following the verdicts in Levy’s case, the Metropolitan Police, British Transport Police and Crown Prosecution Service admitted failings in how they dealt with the serial sex offender
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Meet people in pink helping Teesside women stay safe after 'horrible' nights out
Women's Street Watch Middlesbrough patrol the town centre every weekend - helping women get home safely at the end of a night out.
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Surrogate who fled to Texas gives birth amid legal row over treatment
A judge ordered the child to receive life-sustaining treatment
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Top fireworks companies to compete at North Yorkshire stately home
Newby Hall and Gardens near Ripon, North Yorkshire, will host the annual Fireworks Championships as some of the UK’s leading pyrotechnic teams…
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India fuels worldwide jump in planned coal production
Rise in new mine proposals, mainly in states of Odisha and Jharkhand, comes despite plateau in global demand
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The best pictures as stargazers treated to astral eclipse and Perseid shower
There was a 650% increase in the number of people searching ‘sore eyes’ on Google after the eclipse
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Warning of 'hidden dangers' in County Durham waters as temperatures soar above 30C
County Durham council has reminded residents of the dangers of open water with temperatures set to rise above 30C.
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Landlord repossesses popular village pub near Darlington as notice appears in window
The George and Dragon pub in Heighington has been repossessed by its landlord after a notice of peaceable re-entry was placed in the window.
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Alan Jones’ lawyers accused by defence of ‘intimidating’ witness in indecent assault case
Judge rejects intimidation claim as high profile trial continues with complainant J’s ex-girlfriend cross-examined by shock jock’s defence team
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Clacton by-election: Meet the record number of candidates standing against Farage
Voters will head to the polls on Thursday
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Iran war live: Tehran rejects Trump’s claim of ‘total control’ over Hormuz
Donald Trump argued the Iranian navy has been destroyed and they cannot enforce the closure of the strait
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Zambia elections haunted by ghost of incumbent president’s arch-rival
Hakainde Hichilema is bidding for second term, but feud between him and family of Edgar Lungu, who died in 2025, continues
