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Andy Burnham says public execution is ‘abhorrent’ as US plans firing squad livestream
Fort Hood gunman Nidal Malik Hasan is set to be executed by firing squad in December
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The forgotten North Yorkshire reservoir where you'll struggle to find any water
Westworth Reservoir near Guisborough once supplied drinking water to the town - now it is almost completely dry and slowly being reclaimed by nature.
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Thousands without power in Florida and Alabama as Isaias moves north
At least four deaths linked to storm amid warnings of flash flooding that could stretch into Appalachians
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Australia v South Africa: Pace attack and Steve Smith put tourists in charge
The fearsome pace quartet and Steve Smith's brilliance serves as a reminder of Australia's quality as the tourists take charge against South Africa.
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139 migrants, including children, die after boat capsizes off Djibouti
At least 139 migrants, including 15 children, have died after a boat with 305 on board capsized off the coast of Djibouti in east Africa, the International Organization for Migration said
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Greens gear up for fight with Labor as Sarah Hanson-Young pushes to strengthen laws to rein in big tech
Minor party plans to drive a bargain in exchange for support for digital duty of care legislation
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North East residents invited to put names on air ambulance
North East residents can name a Great North Air Ambulance helicopter for £100 as Written in the Sky campaign raises £130,000 towards a third aircraft.
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ICE agent strikes man with vehicle during pursuit in Texas, officials say
Parra-Hernandez suffered a broken leg and taken to a hospital after being hit by car during an ICE operation
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Cubans turn to free community pharmacies as medicines grow scarce
In Havana, Laura Mendoza runs a project called “Medicine Is Not for Sale,” providing free medications to Cubans facing severe shortages
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CJP at Jantar Mantar: Delhi sees more protests as freed 'cockroach' group's leaders vow to continue fight
Hundreds of people who came out on the streets despite the police's restrictions were detained on Sunday.
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Britain stands behind Zelenskyy, says Streeting after Trump’s call for new leader in Ukraine
Defence secretary backs Ukrainian president and says priority is to maintain western unity over Russia conflict
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‘She was swaying, zoning out’: UK pets poisoned in record numbers by illicit drugs
Toxicology helplines report 42% increase in calls involving animals poisoned by drugs and nicotine
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Former Irish Olympic swimming coach and child abuser George Gibney to be sentenced
Gibney, 77, will face justice for abusing athletes in the 1970s and 80s after decades of effort to track and extradite him
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A ferocious Hurricane Simon nears Mexico with 155 mph winds and flooding fears
Hurricane Simon is just off the Pacific coast of Mexico and is expected to move inland as an extremely powerful storm
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Middle East crisis live: Houthis warn passengers against using Saudi airport after deadly attack on Riyadh
US president Donald Trump says he is weighing whether the US will join Saudi strikes against the Iran-backed Houthis
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‘It was a terrible thing’: Panama declares state of emergency as quake aftershocks rattle communities
More than 100 aftershocks as high as magnitude-5.8 recorded after two quakes toppled buildings and prompted evacuations
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Photos show replica of 17th-century Spanish galleon taking center stage at Manila museum
A life-size replica of a 17th-century Spanish galleon is the centerpiece of Museo del Galeón in Manila, Philippines. The museum offers visitors a glimpse of life aboard the ship and explores the country's maritime history.
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Man accused of child rape set to become police chief in small Louisiana town
Republican Christopher Paul is running unopposed for seat despite allegations he raped two girls 20 years ago
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Tiger who attacked man in Yorkshire enclosure pictured for first time
Amur tiger Altai arrived at the wildlife park last year
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Yorkshire Wildlife Park remains closed after fatal tiger attack
Yorkshire Wildlife Park remains closed after a man entered the tiger enclosure and was fatally attacked on Saturday.
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Excitement as 'elusive' and 'rare' bird spotted at North East nature reserve
Birdwatchers have been treated to sightings of an elusive bittern at RSPB Saltholme, with photographer Gareth Bowes capturing the bird on camera.
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Dramatic drone view of historic, but disused, railway bridge in beautiful Durham
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UK households urged to stock up on nine items. Here’s what to buy
Wes Streeting is urging the public to prepare for extreme weather, cyber attacks, and war
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The Yorkshire market town just two miles from the A1(M) that feels a world away
Just two miles from the A1(M), Bedale is a historic Yorkshire market town with Viking treasures, a heritage railway, independent shops and beautiful countryside.
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Richard E Grant admits Traitors mistakes: ‘I never thought they would take me seriously’
Actor says he should have made a joke of his admission, he felt institutionalised there and he is not watching the series
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National company lined up as pictures show £11.3m shopping precinct nears completion
National chains and local businesses are showing strong interest in new units at Eston Precinct as the £11.3m redevelopment nears completion.
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Baby died after hospital staff failed to spot heart monitor jam as alarm was silenced
A heartbroken mum was forced to deliver her stillborn baby after staff failed to notice a drop in heart rate because a monitoring machine was set to silent after a paper jam.
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‘Deeply concerning’: Democratic congressional candidate rebukes ICE’s presence in New York
Darializa Avila Chevalier criticizes NYPD’s ‘inaction’ in protecting Marble Hill protesters after ICE shot a man
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North East farm shop one of best for pumpkin picking 2026 - with over 150,000 choices
Brocksbushes Farm Shop has been named one of the best places to go pumpkin picking for 2026 - here's why.
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Predatory bus driver, groomer and perverts with hauls of child abuse images jailed
A manipulative groomer, a paedophile bus driver and two offenders convicted of child sexual abuse image offences have been jailed at Durham Crown Court in recent weeks.
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UK travel company to close after 15 years as it collapses into liquidation
UK travel company Global Travel Partners is set to close after 15 years, having entered creditors’ voluntary liquidation (CVL).
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Polish leader says school attacks were fueled by online glorification of violence
Prime Minister Donald Tusk says recent attacks at Polish schools are “spontaneous acts” fueled by the online glorification of violence
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Palestinian mother died of cancer after waiting months to be evacuated
A complex evacuation process, restrictions on medications and a lack of fully-functioning hospitals has led to thousands of ill and injured patients languishing without treatment. Maira Butt reports
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Search begins for North East city's most inspiring young people
Nominations now open for Sunderland’s 2027 Young Achievers’ Awards, celebrating inspiring young people aged 8-18 in the city; entries close December 18.
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Northern Lights: What causes the spectacular display and how to see them
Many people think the aurora occurs when particles from the Sun hit our atmosphere – but this isn’t the case
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Nepal: Buildings swept away as flash floods hit Budhi Gandaki river
A flash flood at the Budhi Gandaki River has swept away several buildings and bridges, two months after catastrophic floods hit the country.
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People smugglers are still profiting from small boats. Can the UK fix the crisis?
As ‘one in, one out’ scheme ends, refugees still want to cross the Channel despite French police aggression and hostile welcomes
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A1(M) RECAP - 'Serious' crash and second incident in County Durham overnight
The A1(M) was closed in both directions between J60 (Bradbury) and J61 (Bowburn) overnight after a 'serious' crash on Saturday night (October 10) and a separate incident the following morning (October 11).
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Councillor in a lather over dog wash unit planned for historic Saltburn promenade
A councillor is objecting to plans for a proposed self-service machine on Saltburn’s Lower Promenade allowing pet owners to wash and shampoo their dogs.
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Missile attack on airport in Saudi Arabia's capital kills 12 people and injures over 300
Saudi Arabia has extended the closure of the country’s main international airport a day after a missile attack on the facility killed 12 people from several countries and left more than 300 injured
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Pope Leo to undergo surgery to remove nodule on lung
The 71-year-old Leo made the announcement during his Sunday noon blessing
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'Do not eat': Warning issued after Salmonella identified in imported eggs
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) said the eggs originate from a Ukrainian supplier
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Man killed by tiger posed for photo with animal before climbing into pen - witnesses
The man was pronounced dead at the scene in Yorkshire on Saturday
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‘I came out of prison to nothing. This is the key to getting early release right’
Aaron White spent 10 years coming in and out of prison – until one realisation changed his life
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Pope Leo XIV to have surgery after nodule found on lung
The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".
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Amanda Owen reveals who will live at Anty John's as rebuild nears milestone
Our Yorkshire Farm's Amanda Owen has revealed the family still does not know who will eventually live at Anty John's despite moving belongings in.
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Bishop Auckland driver fined over careless driving in Lidl car park
Bishop Auckland motorist Stephen Round fined £660 and given six penalty points for careless driving in a Lidl car park.
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Children among 109 dead after migrant boat capsizes off Africa
The boat carrying about 350 people capsized while sailing from Djibouti to Yemen
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A Trump impersonator and opera singers: CPAC was a spectacle, but the right still can’t agree how to take down Labor
Preferences proved the sticking point at the conference as conservatives face the prospect of a third successive election defeat
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Missing Australian hiker Jordan Yap last seen on remote trail found dead in Peru
Family and friends say Melbourne man should be remembered for ‘immense joy he brought to so many people’s lives’
