UK
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Rare sketch of young Queen Elizabeth to go up for auction – for less than expected
The late monarch sat for the portrait when she was just six or seven
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Trump calls affordability a ‘hoax’ while JD Vance admits Americans are struggling
Depending on which Republican figure is addressing the public, Americans hear contrasting descriptions of the current economic reality
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Bowes Museum Winter Market to return with more than 100 stalls and family fun
The Bowes Museum Winter Market returns to Barnard Castle with 100+ artisan stalls, street food, live music and family fun.
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North Yorkshire children could get earlier help under new three-year strategy
Plans could give more children and young people in North Yorkshire earlier help, while preventing family problems from escalating.
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How much is the cost of living in the UK rising? Here’s what the data says
From inflation to wages, The Independent looks at how the standard of living in the UK has changed
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LIVE: Arrests made as early morning raids tackle organised crime in North East
Raids have been taking place and warrants executed across Stockton this morning as part of an Operation Artemis exercise to tackle organised crime
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Australian state leader contacted by police after failing to pay for petrol
Victoria premier Ben Carroll says Monday was ‘a tough day for a lot of reasons’
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King Charles praises Oman's 'noble efforts' on Strait of Hormuz
Oman’s role during the Middle East war is worthy of our ‘utmost respect’, Charles says
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Major rail disruption on East Coast line as emergency services deal with incident
Train services through the North East have been disrupted this morning (Wednesday, October 21) as emergency services deal with an incident
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Reset the Rates: The Herald's campaign for fairer business rates - all stories here
The Herald’s Reset the Rates campaign investigates Scotland’s business rates crisis and calls for six major reforms to protect businesses, jobs and high streets. Read all of our coverage here.
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Amanda Bland to remain on Holyrood's justice committee after quitting Reform
MSP Amanda Bland who quit Reform to sit as an independent is set to remain a member of Holyrood's justice committee, The Herald can reveal.
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Leith seeks big ideas for 900th birthday celebrations with £3,000 commissions
Leith is offering three £3,000 commissions for creative projects marking its 900th anniversary, with further funding possible if its UK Town of Culture 2028 bid succeeds.
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County Durham school forced to close as 'not safe' after water pours through roof
Sedgefield Primary School in County Durham closes after heavy rain sent water through the roof and into its alarm system, creating a safety risk.
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Work 'paused' on major Darlington town centre redevelopment as site lies dormant
Work to transform part of Skinnergate in Darlington has been paused, with new pictures showing little activity at the redevelopment site.
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Troubled waters: life during wartime for Iranians on the strait of Hormuz
Despite US-Israeli airstrikes and Tehran’s attacks on shipping, the waterway still has to provide a lifeline for those that live and work there
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Government approves drilling in Jackdaw gas field in North Sea
Andy Burnham says the government remained committed to renewable energy but was taking a ‘pragmatic’ approach to the North Sea
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County Durham afternoon tea with stunning views hailed as one of the best around
Enjoy freshly made sandwiches, cakes and scones at The View in Consett, where afternoon tea comes served with sweeping County Durham views.
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Chris Mason: Jackdaw approved but tricky energy trade-offs remain
Jackdaw and Rosebank are case studies in the slow motion awkwardness the UK has over energy.
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Taxpayers are funding private school tuition. It's helping classical Christian schools expand
Conservatives are banding together to grow classical Christian schools by leveraging new taxpayer-funded scholarships
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Chancellor faces Budget demands to help Scots households with energy bills
Chancellor John Healey is being urged to provide support to Scottish households to help with soaring energy and heating oil costs when he unveils his Budget in the House of Commons next week.
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Catholic theologian from Edinburgh appointed by Pope Leo to advise Vatican
Dr Sara Parvis has been appointed to serve on the Holy See's International Theological Commission during its new five-year term.
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Scots councillor warns freedom of speech suspension risks local democracy
Argyll and Bute councillor Alastair Redman says his two-month suspension risks creating a climate of fear and undermining local democracy.
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Hospital celebrates 25 years in Darlington with gold standard for patient safety
HEALTH professionals at a Northeast hospital are celebrating a gold award for setting the highest safety standards in infection prevention and control.
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Asian shares are mixed, with Kospi up 3% after US stocks rally on strong earnings
Asian shares are mixed with Japan and South Korea tech stocks advancing following a broad rally on Wall Street
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Durham entrepreneur opens community-focused Pilates studio with start up loan
Durham entrepreneur Kayleigh Oborka-Letman launches NDA Pilates studio after securing a £17,500 British Business Bank Start Up Loan for inclusive wellness.
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Champions League: Cesc Fabregas and Como prepare for historic Man Utd tie
Serie A success story Como have gone from Serie A to the Champions League - now they are ready for a historic night against Manchester United.
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Darlington taekwondo academy places top 10 and wins 11 medals at World Championships
A Darlington taekwondo academy has proved it can compete with the world's best after returning from an international championship with 11 medals and a top-ten team finish.
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North East pub to transform into ‘stadium-style’ sports bar in £280,000 refurb
The Poverina Inn in Middlesbrough is undergoing a major transformation into a 'stadium-style' sports bar thanks to a £280k investment by Marston's.
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Noel Clarke pleads not guilty to sexual offence charges
The former Doctor Who and Kidulthood star appeared at Westminster Magistrates Court on Wednesday.
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'Sword of Damocles' hanging over Scots tourism business after 620 per cent rates hike
Cairngorm Lodges owner fears a 620 per cent rates increase could threaten the future of his award-winning off-grid tourism business in Royal Deeside.
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AI is already inside your organisation – do you know what it’s doing with your data?
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Marco Rubio’s unusual India stop puts billionaire’s vast oil empire in the spotlight
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting Jamnagar, India, home to one of the world's largest oil-refining complexes
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Herald Business LIVE: Today's top stories - October 21
Welcome to The Herald's Business live blog, where we’ll be bringing you the latest developments from across Scotland’s business industry.
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Author Helen Fielding launches award to find the next Bridget Jones's Diary
The Bridget Jones Prize will go to the author of the funniest 1,000-word diary-style piece of writing.
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Helen Haines: Australian MP loses both legs after alleged car attack, husband says
Her alleged attacker, 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, faces multiple charges and appeared in court for the first time on Wednesday.
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'What do we get for it? Very little': Hotel owner's rates challenge after 40 hike
The co-owner of Loch Melfort Hotel near Oban questions the value of business rates after seeing the property's tax bill rise by thousands of pounds a year.
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Trump hails Russia’s release of US teacher amid Witkoff’s visit – live
US was not required to give anything in return for Stephen Hubbard’s release ‘out of respect for President Trump’, he claims
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Major alcohol supplier stocked in Tesco enters administration with 27 jobs lost
Amber Beverage Group UK has entered administration and ceased trading after 27 years in business, with around 27 staff made redundant.
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LIVE - A1 fully reopens after reports of 'obstruction on the road'
The A1 is partially blocked, and there is queueing traffic due to an 'obstruction on the road' on the Western Bypass Northbound at J67 Kingsway South (Coalhouse Roundabout). Congestion continues to J66 (Bowes Incline / Angel Of The North).
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US extreme weather survivors are a growing group – now they want to be a political force
At a gathering in Texas, near where floods killed 136 people last year, survivors are united on the need for urgent action
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Police 'concerned for' missing man, 64, last seen using walking frame
Officers from Cleveland Police are currently looking for 64-year-old Paul Marshall, who was last seen on Mount Leven Road/Valley Drive at around 7.40am today (October 21).
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Uncertainty over future of 98-year-old Darlington community as funding talks begin
The future of a 98-year-old community for older people in Darlington is in doubt as its trust looks for investment.
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How to get an extra £18 to spend on your food shop
The extra money can be claimed in the six weeks leading to Christmas
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Race for crucial midterms attracting vast sums of money on both sides
Billionaire Michael Bloomberg is spending $80m to help Democratic candidates, while Trump has promised Republicans $400m
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Teachers banned from the classroom after encouraging pupils to fight
The teachers failed to intervene while one pupil punched the other in the head ‘nine or 10 times’, a panel found
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LIVE - One person in hospital after crash at County Durham crossroads
Waldridge Road is closed both ways from Waldridge Lane to Edmondsley Lane at the crossroads at Edmondsley, County Durham, due to a crash.
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Live day 3 - Men stand trial accused of County Durham petrol station murder
Follow live coverage of the trial of five men accused of murdering Daniel Ambler in Seaham.
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Energy secretary refuses seven times to say she backs Mahmood’s immigration plans
Miatta Fahnbulleh has faced questions over her position on the home secretary’s plans
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Congo’s Ebola outbreak leaves grieving families struggling with fear and stigma
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo is taking a psychological toll on families dealing with loss, fear and stigma
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How AI is driving the niche-ification of retail tech
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