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Houthis attack city in Yemen that UN says is at 'grave risk' by rebels' siege
Iran-backed Houthi rebels struck a residential area in Yemen’s third-largest city, killing two teenage girls
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The Sedgefield-born star behind Sherlock, Game of Thrones and Doctor Who
Born in Sedgefield, Mark Gatiss has become one of Britain's most successful writers, actors and producers, with acclaimed roles and credits spanning Sherlock, Doctor Who, Dracula and Game of Thrones.
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Two men re-arrested on suspicion of spying for Iran over RAF Fairford incident
Counter Terrorism Police say it is ‘highly likely’ that there is Iranian state involvement
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On trial for rape, Russell Brand is still delivering hour-long podcasts in pyjamas
The defendant joked in a podcast with his wife about being told to do his shirt up during the first week of his trial
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BBC closures make business sense, but far more savings are needed, says Katie Razzall
The BBC announced it will close its BBC Three, BBC Scotland and Radio 4 Extra broadcast channels.
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Thames Water lenders to appoint Lord Hutton as independent chair in takeover bid
The former business secretary would take up the role if the group’s rescue bid is given approval.
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North East's Sam Fender confirms 2027 tour with Lord of the Rings inspired teaser
North East star Sam Fender has sent fans into a frenzy after appearing to confirm a major stadium tour for 2027 following a series of cryptic teasers.
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Man arrested after attacks on three Jewish women including one pushing a pram
A 33-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of racially aggravated common assault
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Democrat zings Hegseth when asked if she’ll quit drinking if elected
The Democratic candidate who went viral for her “drunk” and belligerent local TV interview took a shot at Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth after being asked if she’d quit drinking if she were elected. Jaime West, who is running for a seat on the Fayette County Council in Indiana, appeared on Piers Morgan Uncensored, where she claimed she drank only three beers before her now-infamous appearance, during which she warned Republicans, “we have guns too.” When Morgan asked if West would quit drinking if her long-shot bid for the council seat was successful, she replied, “I don't know. Why don't you ask Pete Hegseth, who is drinking whiskey as he's running an illegal war?” Morgan and guest Ben Ferguson pointed out that Hegseth had vowed not to drink during his time in Trump’s cabinet.
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Sir Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr back new Beatles attraction
The surviving Beatles have welcomed plans for an immersive visitor experience in Liverpool.
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Who is BBC Scotland director Hayley Valentine?
Alison Rowat profiles the woman at the centre of the BBC Scotland channel closure. Who is she? what drives her? What's her next move?
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'BBC closure means Scotland’s voice is quieter and its voice easier to ignore'
What does the closure of the BBC Scotland channel means for viewers and journalism
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Nato increases Black Sea deployment amid escalating deadly Russian attacks
Mounting anxiety as Russia’s war on Ukraine reaches Nato’s borders with targeting of vessels transporting agricultural cargo
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Bayeux Tapestry tickets go on sale again tomorrow. Here’s how to get them
It’s the first time the iconic artwork has been displayed on British soil in nearly 1,000 years
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Google says cloud outage affecting UK banks and websites resolved
Revolut was one of the hardest hit, with banking services going down for many customers.
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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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Rare Royal Mint Blue Peter 50p coin sells for more than 300 times face value
A rare 2009 Blue Peter London 2012 Olympic Games 50p coin has fetched £160 on eBay after attracting 15 bids, selling for more than 300 times its face value.
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Google Cloud down — 'power event' causes major outage across Europe, big brands, banking apps and more all hit
Google Cloud is currently having issues across Europe
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Harrogate's Myrings scoops three Yorkshire gold awards
Harrogate's Myrings Estate Agents has won three Yorkshire gold awards as part of a six-award haul for customer service.
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Russell Brand accuser says witnesses ‘did nothing while he mauled me’
His accuser told the court she struggled to understand why people who witnessed the incident ‘didn’t do anything to stop him’
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Woman describes alleged assault by Russell Brand as 'frenzied' and 'violent'
The entertainer denies three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault.
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The ‘hardest places to grow up’ in England laid bare in landmark report
Children’s Commissioner for England Dame Rachel de Souza warned of a ‘state of emergency’ in certain communities
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Van hire firm used by Iceland and Waitrose enters administration
A major commercial van hire firm used by supermarket chains, including Waitrose and Iceland, has collapsed into administration.
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Police warning after gang 'fits cash traps' to ATMs across Yorkshire
West Yorkshire Police is warning people to be vigilant after reports that a gang fitted "cash traps" to ATMs across Yorkshire.
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Thames Water creditors secure former Labour minister to drive rescue deal
Stricken UK water supplier lines up John Hutton as independent chair designate if takeover goes ahead
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Police warning after gang 'fits cash traps' to ATMs across Yorkshire
West Yorkshire Police is warning people to be vigilant after reports that a gang fitted "cash traps" to ATMs across Yorkshire.
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County Durham Reform deputy leader 'won't be lectured to' after ITV investigation
Durham County Council’s deputy leader Darren Grimes has come under fire after appearing to offer training for controversial Reform candidates.
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They Fled Trump’s America. Now They Regret It
The internet told them Europe was a social paradise. Turns out the trains are awful, the health care isn’t free, and people can be really mean.
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Young Rebel Set to end landmark year with North East homecoming Christmas show
Young Rebel Set will play a Christmas homecoming gig at Middlesbrough Town Hall on December 19, celebrating their comeback with old favourites and new music.
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NHS doctor ‘suspended mid-shift for social media posts criticising Israel’
Dr Nadeem Crowe says he was discriminated against for his anti-Zionist beliefs
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Controversial penguin exhibit closure date confirmed after backlash
Animal welfare campaigners at the Born Free Foundation welcomed the news of the move to a larger, environmentally enriched enclosure
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Who is BBC Scotland director Hayley Valentine?
Alison Rowat profiles the woman at the centre of the BBC Scotland channel closure. Who is she? what drives her? What's her next move?
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NFL in Paris: League eyes big debut as Steelers-Saints game comes amid security concerns
The NFL hopes to bring a “mini-Super Bowl” vibe to Paris this week for its first regular-season game in France, even as authorities consider imposing curfews following civil unrest
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Carers ‘failed to properly question’ Ranulph Fiennes’s isolation, stepson says
The retired explorer’s stepson said he was concerned safeguarding officials had taken his responses ‘at face value’
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Paddy Power cuts 1,400 jobs and blames betting tax rises
The government increased taxes on online casino and sports betting in last year's Budget.
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Google Cloud outage hits UK banks
Online services for a number of U.K. banks in and around London are being disrupted by a Google Cloud outage
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BBC Three, BBC Scotland and Radio 4 Extra channels to close
The closurse are announced as the corporation continues to try to save £500m over two years.
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Researchers uncover truth of British Empire’s trade routes
Researchers used AI to help extract data from the vast number of voyages noted in the handwritten port books
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London ‘park in the sky’ plans unveiled for new £1 billion skyscraper
The One London skyscraper will also feature the city’s highest bar, located on the 71st floor
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Revolut services down as Google Cloud apologises for outage
The fintech, which has millions of customers in the UK, was flagging issues affecting multiple services.
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Government being ‘cautious’ about public announcements on Jackdaw and Rosebank
Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander also dismissed John Swinney’s claim GB Energy has so far done ‘absolutely nothing’.
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Students and academics sanctioned over emojis as part of Palestine protests crackdown
Amnesty International said that universities had taken extreme measures to restrict Palestine solidarity protests in an attack on free speech and the right to protest
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Israel's far right find fertile ground among first-time voters
More than half a million young people will cast their ballots in Israel next week - and they could make all the difference.
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Revolut and Lloyds Bank are down for millions — here's all the latest on the outages
Is Google Cloud to blame?
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Thames Water lenders to appoint Lord Hutton as independent chair in takeover bid
The former business secretary would take up the role if the group’s rescue bid is given approval.
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Getting Ziggy with it: David Bowie’s alter egos inspire dance show that will transform his songs
Subject to Change: A Dance for David Bowie will explore how the musician ‘practised a form of artistic reincarnation’, says choreographer Marcos Morau
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Corner of Yorkshire: East Park which opened the day of Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee
The creation of municipal public spaces became fashionable in the mid-19th century, the earliest example being the Derby Arboretum funded by a private benefactor. As the movement spread, Halifax saw the People’s Park open in 1857, London its Battersea Park in 1858, and Pearson Park was established in North Hull two years later.
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Why County Durham has the opportunity of a lifetime
BUSINESSiQ Editor Mike Hughes meets Cllr Joe Quinn, Portfolio Holder for Planning, Investments and Assets at Durham County Council, to talk about one of the most exciting development opportunities in the country.
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'We love a good challenge': Logitech head tells us why the AI age could revolutionize collaboration as we know it, as it reveals its biggest product overhaul in years
Simplification can be key to better communication, Logitech believes
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Myanmar’s ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi seen in rare photos after receiving gift from King Charles
Critics said images of detained former leader were a stunt by the military to end country’s diplomatic isolation
