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Two powerful earthquakes strike off coast of Vanuatu
A tsunami warning came soon after the quakes
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Some large flavoured coffees contain more than 30g of sugar, experts warn
There is something lovely about grabbing a warm coffee on a cold autumn morning. As the weather gets colder, the pumpkin spice lattes, caramel coffees and gingerbread drinks start appearing on coffee shop menus.
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Person in custody after fire engulfs Hitler's retreat in Bavarian Alps
The Nazi dictator used the building in summer time, and it hosted the wedding reception for Eva Braun’s sister Gretl
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France protests: Louvre shuts down over fears of violence in Paris
A raft of other top museums are also closed
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Storm Boelo LIVE - North East braces for powerful winds as heavy rain moves in
The North East, County Durham and Darlington is bracing for strong winds this weekend as Storm Boelo arrives in the region.
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Best friends join forces to open their own County Durham dog grooming salon
Best friends are proving it is never too late to start again after opening their own dog grooming salon in County Durham at the age of 58.
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County Durham store applies for alcohol sales licence - public notice
Deneside Stores in Lanchester, County Durham, has applied for a premises licence to sell alcohol from 6am to 11pm daily. Residents can submit views by November 5.
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Bin monster trail to encourage food recycling in Darlington
A trail of "bin monsters" will take over Darlington town centre this half term in a bid to encourage more residents to recycle their food waste.
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Investigation launched after man found dead in Glasgow park
Police have sealed off Barrowland Park after the discovery was made in the early hours of Saturday morning
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Dónal Lunny, ‘colossus of Irish music’, dies aged 79
Founding member of Planxty, Lunny went on to play for bands such as Moving Hearts, the Bothy Band and Coolfin
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Injured walker rescued near one of Scotland's most remote bothies
A rescue effort was sparked after a walker was injured at one of Scotland's most remote bothies.
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Smith vs Puello: Fight predictions from boxing world including Chantelle Cameron, Tony Bellew & Paulie Malignaggi
Figures from the boxing world give their predictions for Saturday's light-welterweight title fight between WBC champion Dalton Smith and Alberto Puello.
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Northallerton business celebrates 10th anniversary by sponsoring barn owl nesting box
Northallerton firm Business Owl marks its 10th anniversary by sponsoring a barn owl box with Make it Wild, helping Yorkshire’s wildlife and local businesses.
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Darlington couple renew wedding vows at hospice after MND ends their Las Vegas dream
The special moment a football-mad couple renewed their wedding vows thanks to a North East hospice. PETER BARRON reports
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visits China, South Korean news agency reports
South Korean media reports that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has visited China for the first time in a year
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US midterms: The rise of AI election ads in US midterms campaign
BBC Verify has tracked dozens of AI ads to assess how they are being used by campaigns in the midterms.
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Hotel where King Charles was served underage announces sudden closure
Management of the Crown Hotel in Stornoway announced on social media and a front-door notice that the business has closed until further notice
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Fugitive fraudster Arif Patel from Preston stole £33m from public
Arif Patel "should not be beyond the reach of the justice system," says the PM’s anti-corruption champion.
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Canada 31-22 England: No panic for England but Mitchell issues PWR warning
A 2-0 series defeat for the Red Roses, their record 39-match winning streak and 41-match unbeaten run ended, and consecutive losses for the first time since 2016 - England are not invincible.
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Why buyers are eyeing this stylish Darlington Denes home at £135,000
Cap:Beautifully decorated and maintained, this property in the heart of Darlington’s Denes would make an ideal first home
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Drinking water supplies dwindle in Yemeni city besieged by Houthi rebels
Taiz, a city in southwestern Yemen, faces a severe water crisis as Houthi rebels backed by Iran tighten their encirclement
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Firm applies to increase goods vehicle capacity at County Durham site - public notice
An application has been lodged to increase the number of goods vehicles operating from a County Durham site.
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The independent Portuguese café bringing a taste of Lisbon to Yarm
Café Nossa is an independent Portuguese café on Yarm High Street serving brunch, coffee, pastries, artisan cheeses, cured meats and wines.
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Exact time Storm Boelo will hit North East as heavy rain and strong winds arrive
Storm Boelo is set to hit the North East around lunchtime today, bringing heavy rain and powerful winds across Darlington and County Durham.
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Italy sends hundreds of soldiers to Milan for protest, one of many planned across Europe
Italy has deployed soldiers to Milan as the city braces for fresh protests following last week's riots
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Government to make unprecedented intervention on UK water bill prices
Environment Secretary Dame Angela Eagle has pledged to end ‘business as usual’
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Storyteller to explore 'remarkable' past of historic North Yorkshire building
A North Yorkshire regimental museum will open its doors for an evening exploring the remarkable 900-year history of one of a town's most historic buildings.
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Brazil election: How a changing working class is reshaping the presidential race
Calls for change present a challenge to President Lula in the second round of the election on Sunday.
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Ukraine and Russia eye new peace talks — and Melania Trump's mission — but steep obstacles remain
Ukraine and Russia have signaled willingness to resume peace talks and back a humanitarian mission led by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump, but deep disagreements over territory and security guarantees underscore obstacles to ending the war
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Future nurses and medics honoured at Darlington hospital event
CDDFT celebrates T-Level students in Darlington on October 22, showcasing NHS careers, industry placements and mentoring to develop future healthcare staff.
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Police remain at scene as Darlington road closed for hours after early morning crash
Police remain at the scene of a crash which has left a Darlington road closed in both directions for several hours.
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Special Sunderland shirts celebrate 25 years of Foundation of Light
Sunderland AFC players will wear limited-edition shirts against Leeds United celebrating 25 years of Foundation of Light, with sales supporting North East communities.
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Israel imposes closures across a West Bank city after attacks, and other Mideast news
Israel has imposed closures across a West Bank city following attacks by Palestinian gunmen that Israel says killed two of its soldiers
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Dad who killed Oregon school shooter said children were ‘pleading for their lives’
In his first interview since stopping the gunman at Silver Rail Elementary, Kaylub Giamanco spoke with Oregon Public Broadcasting about the split-second decisions he made that afternoon
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At 92, Bud Selig hopes this is the moment he finally sees the Milwaukee Brewers win a title
Bud Selig, the former Milwaukee Brewers owner and baseball commissioner, reflected on his journey with the team ahead of this World Series
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The tiny village tearoom visitors say is worth going out of your way for
A tiny North Yorkshire village tearoom has earned a near-perfect Tripadvisor rating, with visitors praising its homemade food and saying it's worth a special trip.
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County Durham shopping centre sold as owner promises new businesses and growth
Castle Dene Shopping Centre has entered a new chapter after being sold to a new owner who says he wants to attract new businesses and help secure the long-term future of the Peterlee retail hub.
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Protests begin across France, with shops, businesses and tourist sites closed – Europe live
France will deploy 70,000 police officers around the country. Protests are also expected in Italy, Spain, Austria, Portugal, Albania and Ireland
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LIVE - Road partially blocked after crash on A181 in County Durham
The A181 is partially blocked following a crash in-between Thornley and Wheatley Hill, in East Durham. The crash was first reported to the AA at 7.53am this morning.
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British woman dies trying to save sons on Bahamas snorkelling trip
Mother, 36, died after current off North Bimini reportedly swept away two boys, who were later rescued, police say
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North Yorkshire livestock producers to compete at Borderway Agri Expo
North Yorkshire livestock producers head to Borderway Agri Expo in Carlisle, Cumbria, on October 30, with cattle, sheep shows and a UK farming pressures seminar.
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North Yorkshire town named most scenic - how much it costs to live there
Whitby was previously named one of the UK's most scenic towns. But how much does it cost to live there?
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Blue Planet III features cloudier footage to prove authenticity amid AI boom
BBC series deliberately uses ‘more organic’ shots to assure viewers animals are not AI-generated, producers say
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Kim Jong-un crosses over newly opened bridge into China
Visit by train over New Yalu River bridge marks North Korean leader’s first known trip abroad in more than a year
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How this Durham fish and chip shop has remained a city favourite for 80 years
Step inside Durham's Stanton's Fish & Chips, a city institution serving customers for more than 80 years, with a batter recipe dating back to 1954 and a loyal following that spans generations.
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North East faces 70mph winds as Met Office issues new yellow weather warning
A new yellow weather warning has been issued across County Durham and the North East as winds could top 70mph on Tuesday.
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Gianni Infantino: Fifa president says he is backed by 'vast majority' in world football
Fifa President Gianni Infantino laughs off questions about whether he considered resigning over the World Cup sell-off debacle.
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Suspect arrested over fire at Hitler’s ‘Eagle’s Nest’ retreat in Bavaria
About 200 firefighters deployed to tackle blaze at former Nazi mountain retreat in remote part of southern Germany
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‘It’s part of our history’: can the menú del día survive Spain’s changing eating habits?
Established under the Franco dictatorship, the lunchtime ritual is in decline but all is not lost
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Man killed in suspected racist attack near Paris identified as martial arts fighter
An amateur mixed martial arts fighter was the man killed in Friday’s shooting rampage near Paris, his club said, identifying the victim of what French President Emmanuel Macron called a racist terror attack
