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Israel’s military says it killed 2 men who had launched an attack in the occupied West Bank
Israel's military says its soldiers shot and killed two men who launched an attack near Hebron in the occupied West Bank
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Trump turns to Putin to ease diesel prices as Russian tanker heads toward New York
A Malta-flagged tanker carrying 40,000 metric tons of Russian diesel is heading towards New York following an agreement with President Donald Trump
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Edinburgh councillors may ask watchdog to investigate congestion charge u-turn
Scottish Greens councillor Chas Booth is leading the charge against what he termed a “U-turn” and a “massive betrayal” by transport minister Stephen Flynn.
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TV Festival moves dates to avoid Edinburgh festivals after moving out of Edinburgh
Organisers of the UK's biggest TV industry gathering say it will be staged a week later than normal after deciding to move out of Edinburgh.
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Victorian Gothic tower with spiral staircase goes on market for £300,000
A famous landmark built nearly 200 years ago has gone on sale for the first time in more than 20 years
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First Thing: Former DHS aide Lewandowski investigated over claims he profited from government role
Investigation marks a rare move by the DoJ against an ally of the US president
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‘We’ve lost a basic sense of politeness’: UK readers reveal daily reality of public transport
Regular users detail their frustrations – and question whether Andy Burnham’s crackdown on antisocial behaviour will actually work
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UK households urged to prepare for emergencies and attacks in new government guidance
Wes Streeting is urging the public to prepare for extreme weather, cyber attacks, and war
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Jordon Steele-John’s position remains in limbo as Greens prepare for moment in spotlight
David Shoebridge’s newly-minted leadership under pressure over handling of misconduct allegations as Senate estimates looms
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Binman tells all UK households to make food bin change urgently
A bin collector has urged UK households to mark food waste caddies with their house number to prevent them blowing away in autumn winds.
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England v Australia rugby league: What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas
England face Australia at the Women's Rugby League World Cup on Saturday determined to show they have moved on from the nightmare of their last meeting in Las Vegas 19 months ago.
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Exclusive: Leaked trove reveals extent of far-right AfD’s efforts to court Trump and Maga allies
Documents show German party’s scramble to request support after president’s 2016 election win and co-leader’s pursuit of Steve Bannon
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Police make new discovery in missing boat search after vessel vanished
Two men remain missing after disappearing along with their boat, the Kilda, on 13 October
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Ukrainian held in Germany on suspicion of spying for Russia as Merz warns of more cases
A German court has ordered a Ukrainian citizen held on suspicion of spying for Russia
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North East patient champions win award for medication review work
North East patient champions Ann Marie and Barry win national award for STOMP work promoting safer medication reviews for people with learning disabilities.
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Duchess of Sussex ‘deeply distressed’ over child sexual abuse image claims against father
Meghan also reveals she was made aware of ‘disturbing allegations’ against him in 2018 by Met police
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Darlington Borough Council launches new WhatsApp service for residents
Darlington Borough Council has launched a new WhatsApp channel to keep residents updated with news and service alerts.
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Minister admits he has not followed government stockpiling advice
Households are being urged to be prepared if everyday services are temporarily disrupted with three days of key supplies
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Tributes paid veteran Scottish Opera tenor John Robertson following death at 88
A remarkable 52-year Scottish Opera career remembered with heartfelt tributes
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County Durham woman describes how brain injury was missed for a year after crash
County Durham woman Emma Rowell says doctors dismissed brain injury symptoms after a crash. An advanced scan found 22 areas of damage, highlighting hidden mTBI.
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Fire at proposed asylum seeker accommodation treated as arson
The force said nobody was hurt but the building was ‘severely damaged’
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MP vows to keep fighting controversial Newton Aycliffe incinerator plans
The Environment Agency is minded to grant a permit for the controversial Fornax waste incinerator in Newton Aycliffe, with a consultation now open.
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High winds knock out power to thousands in southwest England as first of 2 major storms sweep in
High winds have knocked out power to thousands of people in southwest England as the first of two major storms expected to hit the U.K. this weekend swept in from the Atlantic
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Expert warns HMRC can now raid bank accounts for unpaid tax money without permission
HMRC can now raid your bank account to claim unpaid tax money, without needing to go to court, warn experts.
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Pope Leo cancels trip on doctors' advice after cancer surgery
The announcement was made as his surgeon and doctor issued an update on his recovery
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Presenter leaving BBC after three decades and says it's 'been a privilege'
BBC Look East presenter Susie Fowler-Watt has announced she will be leaving the broadcaster, bringing an end to a 35-year career.
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Boom in weight-loss drugs could lead to fall in beer sales, Heineken warns UK pubs
World’s second largest brewer says use of drugs such as Wegovy can reduce desire to drink alcohol
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Scottish business rates 'ripe for reconsideration', says leading academic
University of Stirling professor Leigh Sparks says Scotland's business rates are ripe for reconsideration
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Storm Austen travel warning with roads rail and ferries disrupted
Travellers have been warned to prepare for longer journey times as bad weather blows in
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California startup says it has injected AI-designed virus into humans for first time
Radical Numerics claims their AI-driven approach can lead to rapid, on-demand generation of phages
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Next phase of £3m North Yorkshire market place improvements set to begin
Thirsk Market Place footway works begin October 26 as North Yorkshire Council repaves the southern section, with access to shops maintained until November 27.
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South Korea proposes military talks with North Korea to calm rising border tensions
South Korea has proposed military talks with North Korea to resolve border disputes and prevent accidental clashes
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At least one dead and four injured in Paris suburb shooting
The French prime minister says an individual is in police custody after a "serious event" in Trappes.
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France protests latest: 70,000 police to be deployed as Macron meets students
French president Emmanuel Macron is expected to meet with high school unions on Friday
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Housebuilder backs North East youth football team with new kits
Taylor Wimpey North Yorkshire sponsors New Marske FC Under-13s, providing training kits and away shirts for the 2026/27 grassroots football season.
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Darlington charity founder celebrates 'incredible' Pride of Britain win experience
Darlington’s Harvey McWilliams Foundation wins 2026 Pride of Britain North East Charity of the Year award, as founder Michael celebrates in London on October 19.
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Durham conference to explore energy security in 'uncertain times'
Bill Esterson and Ukrainian academic Olena Tupakhina headline Durham Energy Institute’s Energy Day on November 5, exploring UK energy security and innovation.
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Willington man to be sentenced after push killed his father in pub on Christmas Eve
Martin Greensmith, convicted of manslaughter after pushing his father Steven Shevels to his death at a Willington pub, is due to be sentenced today.
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‘State-sponsored terrorism’ and cyber attacks to cause food shortages, Streeting says
Ministers issue ‘be ready’ checklist as governments and companies worldwide take websites offline after alert over widespread cyber-security issue
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Gianni Infantino is endorsed by the Asian Football Confederation for another term as FIFA president
The head of the Asian Football Confederation says the body is endorsing Gianni Infantino for another term as FIFA president
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Israel orders army to prepare for full closure of West Bank
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said it instructed security forces to immediately cordon off the city of Hebron
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France to deploy 70,000 officers as it braces for weekend of protests – Europe live
Interior minister Laurent Nuñez defended blanket bans on demonstrations in some parts of France
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European leaders join Hungary’s 1956 revolution commemoration as Magyar resets EU ties
Numerous foreign guests, including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, visited Hungary’s capital on Friday
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Trump's order, a missing Wabanaki marker and the fight over what national parks tell
30 markers were removed from Acadia under a Trump administration campaign to strip national parks of materials deemed disparaging to American history
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Storm Austen: BBC presenter battles strong winds as storm hits Cornwall
BBC lead weather presenter Simon King is in Newquay as the "full force" of the storm arrives.
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Permanent facial recognition cameras to be installed on Oxford Street by Christmas
Live facial recognition has been widely criticised by human rights groups
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Scottish Greens call for new tax on frequent flyers to fund buses
Greens call for a tax on flights to fund buses
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Met chief Rowley not fit for job, says detective raped by colleague
Det Con Linda Williams, a victim of serial abuser David Carrick, says she has no faith in the system.
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James Bond: Jack Lowden and Callum Turner to screen test this weekend, reports say
Callum Turner and Jack Lowden "appear to be in the mix" of actors doing screen tests for the role.
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Herald Business LIVE: Today's top stories - October 23
Welcome to The Herald's Business live blog, where we’ll be bringing you the latest developments from across Scotland’s business industry.
