Britain
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'Another tax bombshell?' and 'Terror plot targets'
Several of today's papers feature Andy Burnham's latest plans as PM, including experts warning of a potential tax rise to help cover his social care plan.
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Trump is ‘absolutely right’ the UK must spend more on defence, says Wes Streeting
As the Ministry of Defence targets full war-fighting readiness, Streeting is aligning with Trump on military expansion funding
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Cows, collapses and Churchill - the remarkable story of a pioneering Teesdale bridge
THE wonder of Whorlton is back! Last Friday, after seven years, £12m and 1,728 new components, Britain's earliest surviving iron chained suspension bridge with pylons at each end was re-opened to traffic.
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Tories plan to expand free childcare to high earners to end ‘cliff edge’
Kemi Badenoch says those earning more than £100,000 should not be discouraged from working more
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Labour back on top in polls after Burnham’s Brexit pledge
The survey, carried out in the days after the prime minister’s conference speech, suggested Andy Burnham’s announcements on Brexit, social care and pensions were popular among voters
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The Celebrity Traitors star who went from North East council estate to TV stardom
Discover the Gateshead childhood and North East roots of the historian who became a Celebrity Traitors star.
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UK-Iran national arrested over alleged bomb plot at RAF Fairford released on bail
The 25-year-old was the sixth man detained as counter-terrorism police investigate ‘possible foreign state involvement’
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North Yorkshire TV chef issues calls for hospitality VAT cut ahead of Budget
North Yorkshire chef Tommy Banks has urged the Government to cut VAT for hospitality businesses as Chancellor John Healey prepares his first Budget.
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Brexit to take centre stage in battle for London
Exclusive: Former foreign secretary Sir James Cleverly toldThe Independent’s political editor David Maddox why he is happy to make rejoining the EU an election issue in the London mayoral race
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What is happening with diesel – and should we be worried?
Donald Trump has threatened to ban US diesel exports of diesel – here’s what that could mean
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Popular author visiting North Yorkshire town to discuss new book
A POPULAR author is returning to a North Yorkshire market town this month to entertain audiences with his trademark wit and wry humour.
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Boost for Burnham as poll shows half of UK supports rejoining EU
The prime minister said Brexit has done ‘more harm than good’ and promised to set out the options to the country around the time of a UK-EU summit
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The 'welcoming' curry house with 'brilliant service' on the edge of Bradford
New Manzil Restaurant has been praised by visitors for its "absolutely brilliant" service and "great" food.
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Popular author visiting North Yorkshire town to discuss new book
A POPULAR author is returning to a North Yorkshire market town this month to entertain audiences with his trademark wit and wry humour.
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Israel flight live: FlyDubai co-pilot in ‘terror incident’ studied at UK university
The Omani national is said to have completed a distance learning course in aviation management at Buckinghamshire New University
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Remains of medieval tsar return to Bulgaria after decades-long dispute with Greece
Greek PM hopes handover of Tsar Samuel will help persuade Britain to return Parthenon marbles
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‘It’s shocking really’: Devon community tracks River Dart sewage spills
Citizen environmentalists create online platform that flags spills in real time and highlights repeatedly polluted spots
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Dual UK-Iranian national released on bail over suspected plot against US-run military base
A dual U.K.-Iranian national arrested on suspicion of plotting a terror attack following a security incident at a U.S.-run military air base in England has been released on bail
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Chris Brain: The rapist priest who abused his congregation
Chris Brain, who led nightclub-style services in the 1980s and 90s, is convicted of rape.
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Greens would nationalise Thames and SE Water without paying compensation, says deputy leader – UK politics live
Rachel Millward tells Brighton conference: ‘Forget compensation for shareholders and creditors, these are insolvent companies’
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Analysis: Voters appear to back Andy Burnham's vision for Britain
In a similar way to how Nigel Farage used to set the agenda for a week, now Andy Burnham has shown he has similar political pull, argues Ralph Blackburn.
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Half of UK wants to rejoin EU and backing it could drive up Labour vote, megapoll finds
Exclusive: Findings will bolster those in No 10 who want to negotiate on re-entry but some senior figures remain wary
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Laura Kuenssberg: Kemi Badenoch has cemented her image. Now she wants to take her party back to its roots
The Conservative leader is expected to set out a return to core conservative principles at the party’s annual conference.
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Sixth man arrested over suspected RAF Fairford terror plot bailed
The 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts on Thursday
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'G7 strikes oil deal' and Alison's TV heart scare'
G7 countries have agreed to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel after an export ban threat by Donald Trump.
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Andy Burnham’s focus on social care reform was a refreshing change but can he convince the public that his approach is right?
Andy Burnham’s first Labour Party conference as leader will go down as having put social care at the centre of the political agenda. For too long campaigners for social care reform have long argued for the issue just to be given the due attention that it deserves.
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Bradford Muslims celebrate 100 years of historic London mosque
Bradford Muslims mark the Fazl Mosque’s centenary, celebrating London’s first purpose-built mosque and the Ahmadiyya community’s century of service and peace.
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Labour mayor and Tory councillor find common ground over Labradors and trips to the pub
A Conservative councillor and Labour mayor found some unlikely common ground over Labradors and trips to the pub during a North Yorkshire council meeting today.
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King Charles III to acknowledge ‘darkest days’ of Britain’s colonial rule during Caribbean tour
Buckingham Palace say the king will not ‘shy away’ from Britain’s role in slavery when he visits Commonwealth nations later this month
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Dogs descend on Raby Castle for fun-filled Bark in the Park event
Raby Castle's Bark in the Park returned on September 27, bringing dogs and owners together for fun dog shows, agility displays, training and estate walks.
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G7 leaders agree to release ‘up to 100 million barrels’ of petroleum reserves
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband said he hoped the agreement which G7 countries struck would ‘shield households and businesses from price shocks’.
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Diesel price shock could see your food bill soar, Britons warned as cost hits record
Fuel prices have risen steadily in recent weeks and reached a new record high this week
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'Hands off our NHS data:' Inside the nationwide movement against Palantir’s £330m NHS deal
Ethical controversies over ICE and military contracts, and claims of bloated, sluggish software, have shattered public trust
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York shop set for transformation
A York shop could be set for a new look.
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What we know and don't know about how Iran uses asymmetric warfare
The leaders of Britain and the United States have suggested that Iran played a role in two major security incidents — the arrests near a U.S.-run military base in England and the attack in the cockpit of an Israel-bound plane
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Beijing Open: Aryna Sabalenka 'expects a bit more from myself' after win over Renata Zarazua
Aryna Sabalenka says she is "trying so hard to be easier on myself" as she begins her China Open campaign with victory over Renata Zarazua.
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York shop set for transformation
A York shop could be set for a new look.
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Archaeology discoveries beneath Auckland Palace to feature in talk
Archaeologists will reveal Auckland Palace discoveries, including a medieval chapel and ornate ivory knife, at a Newcastle talk.
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UK poll tracker: Labour holds lead over Reform – but one result hints at a comeback
Mixed polling results indicate that Labour’s lead over Reform remains insecure
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G7 leaders agree to release ‘up to 100 million barrels’ of petroleum reserves
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband said he hoped the agreement which G7 countries struck would ‘shield households and businesses from price shocks’.
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Releasing diesel stocks a ‘short-term buffer’ but not solution, experts say
Average diesel prices reached £2 a litre for the first time in the UK on Friday, RAC figures show.
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Miliband to stand in for Burnham at emergency G7 talks on world energy markets
The Foreign Secretary is expected to join the call as the Prime Minister is attending his father’s funeral on Friday afternoon.
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Settle-Carlisle 150-year anniversary trip CANCELLED due to lack of steam train
A special steam train journey planned to mark 150 years of travel on the Settle-Carlisle line has been cancelled.
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Bosses of three firms that supply trains to UK railways made £3.5m last year
Rolling stock companies, which also paid out nearly £400m to shareholders, accused of profiting at passengers’ expense
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UK's best-selling new EV named as electric car sales hit record high
Amidst soaring diesel prices, new figures show almost 100,000 new EVs were registered in September 2026
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Botswana has so many elephants it approved the killing of 23 this week for independence celebrations
Botswana’s government has authorized the killing of 23 elephants for its independence day celebrations this week
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What is happening with diesel – and should we be worried?
Donald Trump has threatened to ban US diesel exports of diesel – here’s what that could mean
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Thousands could lose key disability benefits in welfare changes
The plans risk reigniting tensions with backbench Labour MPs over welfare spending
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Oyster Festival raises £60,000 for North East charity Angel Trust
Hardwick Hall Hotel’s Oyster Festival near Sedgefield raises £60,000 for North East charity Angel Trust, helping fund vital support and crisis counselling.
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What does it say about Labour’s tax policy when farmers are allowing their business to deteriorate?
One of the biggest mistakes that the Sir Keir Starmer government made was the introduction of the family farm tax.
