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Nicholas Hoult joins Harry Potter TV show - see the cast so far
Hoult, known for his roles in X-Men, Superman and Mad Max: Fury Road, will play Gilderoy Lockhart.
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The devastating impact of England’s drought in before and after pictures
According to the National Drought Group, 71.3 per cent of England is in drought
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We’ve had one of the wettest winters on record. Why are our reservoirs drying up?
Experts have warned that the ‘flash droughts’ caused by a series of heatwaves and lack of rainfall have led to reservoirs struggling
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AOC, Buttigieg, Newsom all appear to be running for president. But should they be?
Kamala Harris is the frontrunner, Josh Shapiro is in the hunt, and AOC has a tough choice ahead. Eric Garcia weighs in on the invisible presidential primary
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LIVE: A-Level results day for students in Darlington and County Durham
Students across County Durham and Darlington anxiously await their A-Level results
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One person taken to hospital after crash on A19 exit slip road
One person was taken to hospital after a crash on the A19/A689 exit slip road in Billingham on August 10.
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Weardale Railway creates special day out for County Durham families
Weardale Railway in County Durham has helped create lasting memories for children with special educational needs and disabilities through a tailored…
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Three-year-old saves mum’s life with ‘incredible’ 999 call
Teaching children how to place an emergency call could be ‘lifesaving’, say parents
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Powerful storms in US midwest leave three dead and 800,000 without power
Winds of more than 80mph, severe flooding and tornadoes swept through Indiana, Ohio, Illinois and Kentucky
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Trump’s decoy flight was the right thing to do, ex-Secret Service agents say
‘You've got to be creative. You've got to be nimble. You've got to make things happen,’ says former Secret Service agent Bobby McDonald
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'Vape' sparks fire in back of recycling wagon in Newton Aycliffe
A "vape" sparked a fire in the back of a recycling wagon in Newton Aycliffe - with firefighters having to douse the rubbish.
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Europe solar eclipse live: millions flock to viewing spots in Spain, UK and Iceland
Eclipse to be witnessed by tens of millions across western Europe as enthusiasts gather along path of totality
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Heatwaves to cost UK economy £4.4bn – but there’s worse yet to come
Losses could add up to £25 billion by the end of the decade, a new report warns
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Three teens arrested as armed police rush to firearm scene in Teesside street
Two teenage boys and a 19-year-old man were arrested after police stopped a vehicle in Billingham while investigating reports of weapons in Stockton.
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Israeli settlers besieging Palestinian families in West Bank village
Israeli security forces have reportedly withdrawn and about a dozen settlers are said to remain at the site where two families have been besieged since Sunday.
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Lucy Davis: Comedian Jasper Carrott says he is 'so proud' of daughter following her cancer diagnosis
The actress, best known for playing Dawn in The Office, has revealed she has incurable breast cancer.
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Heat, algae and AI: proposed datacenter could damage Everglades, experts warn
Plans for hyperscale datacenter in Palm Beach county prompt concerns over water and electricity demands
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Drivers issued solar eclipse warning by RAC
More than 90% of the sun will be obscured by the moon
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US sailors trying to jump overboard amid Middle East deployment, families say
Concerns have been raised about conditions on board the USS Abraham Lincoln, with claims of food shortages and sailors’ mental health struggles
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Trump admits the ‘law is very strong’ against his hinted third term as president
President Donald Trump has long said that he would run for president for a third term
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Fire service issues update as crews continue to fight North East van dealership blaze
The fire service has provided an update as North East incident is still ongoing and a fire engine remains at the scene.
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Germany approves lifting curbs on spy agencies in security ‘revolution’
Reforms comply with wishlist of intelligence services which say Germany lags behind allies and enemies
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Cambridge to investigate Jason Arday appointment he quit over plagiarism row
Jason Arday quit his role as a Cambridge professor last week amid a plagiarism row
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Somerset family almost miss £1m lotto win after ignoring calls
The Jefferson family said they were "absolutely floored" and "in tears" after they realised.
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Yorkshire Water urges families to save water as fifth heatwave set to hit
Yorkshire Water is urging customers to use water wisely as another spell of hot weather pushes demand to record levels, with temperatures across the…
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Reliable North East airport beats major UK city for flights being on time
Teesside Airport has been ranked among the UK's top 20 most punctual airports in a new study - beating a major airport in a popular northern…
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Count Binface would beat Farage in Clacton if all Britons could vote, poll finds
Satirical character Count Binface has emerged as Farage’s main rival in Clacton
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Two arrested after bomb squad deal with 'explosives used to make homemade fireworks'
Potentially explosive substances – believed to have been used to make homemade fireworks – were recovered and destroyed during a police…
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Anger after Trump’s secret flight swap appears to offer up staff and media as decoys | First Thing
Democrats demand congressional briefing after passenger-laden Air Force One sent on decoy flight despite security scare
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Packed-out planetarium welcomes eclipse watchers in Co Armagh
Families have gathered to watch the astronomical event.
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Bridget Phillipson condemns Richard Tice’s ‘chilling attempt to silence free press’
Labour chair says Reform deputy leader is trying to harass journalists over reporting on his financial affairs
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Watch in full: Serial sex attacker Simon Levy jailed for whole life for double murder
Watch live as Simon Levy, a serial sex attacker who murdered two women and raped a third, is sentenced at the Old Bailey on Wednesday (12 August).
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Young people call on Burnham to rethink social media ban
Youth groups have warned the Prime Minister the plans could lead young people to less regulated parts of the internet.
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Iranian shoulder-fired missile launcher sparked Trump plane switch: report
Trump took close aides with him but appeared to leave top Cabinet officials in the older Air Force One
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'Criminals aren't welcome' - Darlington MP issues warning to illegal vape shops
Darlington’s MP has warned “criminals aren’t welcome in this town” as she vowed to campaign for tougher powers to shut down vape shops and…
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Iran war live: US fires on ship for defying blockade as Trump claims Hormuz control
US leader reportedly hid in a catering truck to fend off an assassination threat after attending Nato summit last month
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Revamped North East play park reopens after major community upgrade
Hetton’s revamped play park and games court on Deepdale Street has reopened following a redevelopment by Streetscape, creating a modern and…
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Lonely older people in County Durham encouraged to attend free tea dances
Older people in County Durham are taking to the dancefloor to combat loneliness and boost wellbeing through a new initiative at Ushaw Historic…
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'I've turned my heartbreak into helping dementia patients with my ultimate hugs'
Entrepreneur Lou Willis-Keeler has won a national Women in Innovation award and £75,000 to develop hug-inspired calming technology.
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'Sinister' County Durham man pinned down and stripped woman in 'degrading' sex attack
A County Durham man who forcibly stripped a woman and offered her to a friend for sex has been jailed for a total of 75 months.
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Check if you are eligible for a discounted TV licence costing as little as £7.50
There are two instances where you can get your TV licence at a discounted price - here is who is eligible.
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Energy bill warning as Government urged to make major change
E.On boss Chris Norbury has called for Government action to cut energy policy costs on business electricity bills and boost investment.
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Member of Liberal group paid for former NSW premier’s brother to travel to Fiji to avoid inquiry, Icac hears
Lobbyist Jeremy Greenwood gives evidence about allegations linked to Reformers at Independent Commission Against Corruption hearing
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David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong to win Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor
Crowly pulls off last-minute victory in tight race after polls had shown his progressive opponent as a clear frontrunner
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Oxford Street shoppers to have faces scanned by controversial tech
LFR has been widely criticised by human rights groups, with one organisation describing the rollout as an escalation in routine public surveillance
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Climate change increases County Durham drought risks and lower water levels
Climate change could leave reservoirs at lower levels during the summer and increase drought risks across County Durham, a council report has warned.
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Bluffers guide to star-studded line-up at North Yorkshire literary festival
Some of the biggest names in literature, entertainment and broadcasting are heading to North Yorkshire after organisers unveiled a star-studded…
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Experts issue stark warning over eclipse glasses before UK event
Brits have been warned not to use ordinary or ‘knock-off’ eclipse glasses as more than 90 of the Sun is blocked over the UK on August 12.
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Specialist glasses sell out as Britons prepare for best solar eclipse in decades
More than 90% of the sun will be obscured by the moon between 6.17pm and 8.06pm on Wednesday.
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Don’t use electricity during the solar eclipse, Octopus Energy warns
A shutdown in solar energy generation will coincide with a usual surge in electricity demand in the UK
