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Plans for Sydney’s controversial new public square in doubt after NSW government intervention
State planning minister declares project ‘state significant’, wresting approval process away from local council
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Polanski defends leadership of Greens and says he will not step down after byelection defeat by Labour – UK politics live
Sagal Abdi-Wali defeats Green party leader Zack Polanski to retain the Holborn and St Pancras seat for Labour
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New species identified after expert spotted a picture of it on Instagram
Conservationists warn the species is already critically endangered, with an estimated 30 to 50 plants left in the wild
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Train workers to strike in dispute over safety of new £7bn railway
The East West railway was due to open over a year ago
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South Africa v Australia - Cricket - BBC Sport
Find out the in depth batting and bowling figures for South Africa v Australia in the Men's International Test Match Series on BBC Sport.
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Vietnam mobilizes troops after heavy rains trigger flash floods and raise risks of landslides
Heavy rains are lashing much of central Vietnam and have caused severe flooding in cities like Hue and Danang
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Cyberpunk 2077 movie adaptation from Paramount on the way
The smash hit from the studio behind The Witcher series is to be turned into a film by Paramount Pictures.
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North East regeneration showcased at major cities conference
Newcastle and Sunderland host ATCM’s 2026 Big Cities Conference, showcasing North East regeneration, hospitality, culture and future city development.
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Upper Crust owner sees sharp drop in passengers around Middle East travel hubs
SSP Group said its financial performance in recent months had been ‘resilient’ in a ‘challenging environment’.
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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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Christa Pike's health has seen 'profound turnaround' in last three days, lawyers say
Pike's lawyers say her recovery is "remarkable" as they give an update on her condition after she survived an execution attempt by lethal injection.
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Carlos Baleba is expected to make his Man Utd debut against Spurs
Manchester United's £70m summer signing Carlos Baleba is expected to make his debut against Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford
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Palantir’s Tom Watson says ‘mob rule’ must not dictate awarding of government contracts
Former Labour deputy leader says tech firm would work with a Reform UK government on immigration crackdowns
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French NBA star Victor Wembanyama throws support behind school protests
Wembanyama previously replied to a fan on Instagram that he ‘would love to’ join the protests
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Neha Bora: India's feisty Gen Z protester who is taking on Modi
Neha Bora has emerged as one of the most recognisable faces from India's recent Gen Z-led protests.
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Ethiopian police ask residents in Tigray regional capital to help restore order after rebel pullout
Ethiopia's federal police are driving through the regional capital of Tigray after anti-government forces withdrew over the weekend following renewed fighting, and calling on resident over loudspeakers to help establish a new administration
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OpenAI projected to bring in $20bn less in revenue than expected
Questions raised over AI growth as ChatGPT maker forecasts this year’s revenue at $50bn, way below the $70bn signalled before
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Man jailed for attempted murder after stabbing ex-partner in Carmarthen Park
James McKenna hid for days after he attacked his ex-partner as she walked her dog in the park.
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Japan warns for increased vigilance against rising cyberattacks
The Japanese government has issued a warning for increased vigilance against cyberattacks
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China and EU trade envoys seek ways to ease tensions over growing imbalances
The top trade envoys for China and the European Union are wrapping up two days of talks aimed at calming escalating tensions over growing imbalances between the two giant economies
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Deliveroo riders face ban for using illegal e-bikes
Deliveroo is set to introduce new technology to track when drivers are travelling too fast
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Prison riot kills 10 and leaves 16 injured as inmates clash
Members of the army, National Guard, navy and state security forces entered the prison to restore order
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Zack Polanski faces greatest crisis of his leadership so far
The Green leader faces pressure over his response to a party motion declaring Zionism a form of racism, as well as his by-election loss.
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Please, sir, can I have a walk? Dickens biographer finds likely inspiration for Oliver Twist
Exclusive: Theresa Musgrove unearths newspaper archives showing one Alice Shepherd was severely punished in 1836 for similarly innocent request
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North East entrepreneurs raise growth expectations for sixth consecutive quarter
North East entrepreneurs raise growth expectations for a sixth quarter, with 56 per cent creating jobs despite economic uncertainty and delayed Budget decisions.
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Chris Mason: Questions remain for Green Party leader Zack Polanski
Senior party figures have criticised his response to a motion passed by members declaring Zionism a form of racism.
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Durham-born property expert named Woman of the Year at national awards
North East property expert Emma Bolton, CEO of Sewell Advisory, wins Woman of the Year at the Inspiring Women in Property Awards for mentoring professionals.
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Controlling Darlington man who made wife's life hell harassed her after break-up
A man subjected his partner, now his wife, to years of “horrific abuse” while drinking heavily and taking crack cocaine.
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Former Prince Andrew has been awarded 302,000 pounds in compensation after surrendering his lease in Windsor
Former Prince Andrew has been awarded 302,000 pounds in compensation after surrendering his lease in Windsor
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Hurricane Simon forecast to get much stronger as it heads to Mexico's Pacific coast
Hurricane Simon is heading toward Mexico's Pacific coast and forecast to get much stronger
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The towns and cities around the world officially linked to County Durham
County Durham could soon add a town in Italy and a community in France to its growing network of international partnerships.
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Fort Hood survivor supports gunman's execution by firing squad but questions livestream
Alonzo Lunsford tells the BBC the punishment befits the crime but he has some doubts whether the public should be able to watch it.
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Millions on alert as Hurricane Isaias set to bring dangerous storm surge
Residents in areas from the mouth of the Mississippi River to Florida urged to ‘evacuate if told to do so’
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Labour fends off Green party to win Holborn and St Pancras byelection
Victory by Sagal Abdi-Wali in north London seat will reassure Andy Burnham in high-stakes battle for left of British politics
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Hurricane with 105mph winds could bring stormy conditions to UK
Good Morning Britain's Laura Tobin warns the remnants of a US hurricane will bring stormy conditions to the UK by the middle of next week.
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GPs could use AI chatbots to diagnose patients ahead of visits, says study
The study found that AI’s suggested diagnoses matched the eventual confirmed diagnosis in more than half of cases
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Record Mouseman bowl with six carved mice sells for £9,500 at North Yorkshire auction
Tennants’ largest-ever Mouseman bowl sells for £9,500 at October 3 auction, as demand grows for Yorkshire oak furniture and Hovingham table sets a new record.
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More than half of Canadians are avoiding buying American goods, poll finds
Canadian shoppers are pressuring grocery stores to respond, with nearly nine in 10 wanting clear labels on domestic products
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Virgin unveils its future cross-Channel train as it gears up to take on Eurostar
Group plans to launch services from London in 2030 and hopes to outshine competitor with design inspiration from its airline, cruise and hotel arms
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Pensioners could get bigger HMRC Personal Allowance under new tax shake-up calls
A new petition calls for pensioners to get a bigger tax-free allowance, set at 110 of the full new State Pension and increased annually.
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Landlord fined £28k after mum, baby and disabled child living in damp and mouldy home
The Annfield Plain family contacted Durham County Council after a broken boiler left them without heating, alongside several other problems.
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Sydney trader sacked for working from Singapore without permission wins unfair dismissal case
Employee had also been in Bali when he told his manager he was working from home, Fair Work Commission hears
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Asian shares are mixed and crude prices fall after an unsettled day on Wall St
Asian shares are mixed in holiday-thinned trading while oil prices have fallen back from recent gains
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Heavy rain batters Chile’s capital, sweeping away cars and flooding homes
Heavy rains have triggered mudslides in Chile’s capital, Santiago, sweeping cars through streets and flooding homes and hospitals
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Newscast - Does Zack Polanski Face A Leadership Crisis? - BBC Sounds
Labour wins Holborn & St Pancras by-election, but what does that mean for Zack Polanksi?
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Traffic, travel and weather news - Live updates for County Durham and North East
Live updates on roadworks and traffic incidents in Darlington, Bishop Auckland, Durham, and the wider North East, including the A66, A19, A1(M), A1, A167, and the A69 this morning (October 9).
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‘Phew!’ What filling up the petrol tank made me remember about the swinging sixties
I BIT the bullet yesterday and went to top up the petrol tank as I normally do on a weekly basis.
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In The Room
Conference season is in full swing – and this week, it unfolded across two very different political stages. In Birmingham, the Conservatives came to town. As Kemi Badenoch continues to win strong approval ratings - despite the Conservatives struggling to recover from their 2024 defeat - her conference speech doubled down on a classic Tory pitch: a smaller state, lower taxes, and a return to economic aspiration. Cleo, a veteran of Tory conferences, breaks down the mood in Birmingham and weighs up whether Badenoch’s promises add up. Meanwhile, in Brighton, the Greens held their largest conference to date - but it was dominated by controversy. Members passed a motion declaring Zionism a form of racism, sparking fierce backlash from Jewish community leaders and MPs within the party. Green Party leader Zack Polanski was largely absent, busy campaigning in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election. We ask: can the Greens turn controversy into momentum - or has this motion cost them credibility? New episodes of In The Room come out weekly. Listen to the latest on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or watch on YouTube.
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Café owner helps veterans combat loneliness while turning business into busy spot
A Newton Aycliffe café owner is putting a little-known community hub on the map after turning the business around.
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County Durham man found with knuckledusters claims he didn't know they were illegal
Darren Appleby admitted possessing two knuckledusters at his Murton home after a police raid. Newton Aycliffe magistrates gave him an absolute discharge.
