Rome
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The forgotten Darlington bishop whose face has survived nearly 160 years intact
“THE glorious sunset flung its rich splendours upon the heavenward-pointing monument of one whose ways were full of light, illuminating the letters of his name with the magic pencil of Nature,” said the Darlington & Stockton Times as 5,000 people, bathed in the glow of a summer evening, left a cemetery having witnessed the unveiling of a 31ft high memorial to a beloved Catholic bishop.
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Nicki Minaj shares Air Force One video as Trump hints at new press secretary
Nicki Minaj shared a video from aboard Air Force One, the US president's official aircraft, as Donald Trump departed for Port Huron, Michigan, on the midterm campaign trail. (October 25) The rapper publicly began supporting Trump in 2025 and was then welcomed to the White House in July 2026. White House director of communications Steven Chueng also shared a video of the singer on board the aircraft, as he teased she could be the president’s next press secretary. Sharing the video on X, he said: “I think we may have found the new White House Press Secretary!” The post comes after the White House announced Katie Zacharia was leaving the role last week, just days after taking up the post.
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Storms batter Europe hitting power supplies, flights and phones
Storms battered northern Europe on Sunday cutting power to more than 150,000 homes, forcing the cancellation of hundreds of flights and silencing phone networks.
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Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 25th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 25th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Civilization 7's game changing update was 'personally challenging' for its creative director, as being able to play as a single faction 'wasn't part of the original vision'
Ed Beach says that players "had not been given full service by the game as the way it first shipped".
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Thousands march in Italy as protests see isolated clashes with police
Demonstrations took place in Italy on Saturday over the rising cost of living. No serious clashes were reported, with nine people arrested nationwide.
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Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 25th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Video. Young protesters clash with police on Rome streets
Video. Young protesters clashed with police in Rome on Saturday as demonstrations over wages, the cost of living and public services spread across Italy.
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Protests spread from Paris to other capital cities across Europe
Violence in earlier protests prompted authorities to take additional security measures, with massive deployments of police and even soldiers observed across several European capitals. #EuropeNews
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Madrid joins weekend of protests across Europe
Pensioners are marching in Madrid on Saturday to demand decent pensions, indexation to inflation and an end to the gender gap, as parallel rallies in France and Italy prompt tighter security. #EuropeNews
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Italy deploys hundreds of soldiers amid nationwide protests
Demonstrations against rising living costs, military spending and government policies are taking place across Italy, with security tightened following violent clashes in Milan last weekend. #EuropeNews
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Italy sends hundreds of soldiers to Milan for protest, one of many planned across Europe
Italy has deployed soldiers to Milan as the city braces for fresh protests following last week's riots
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Protests begin across France, with shops, businesses and tourist sites closed – Europe live
France will deploy 70,000 police officers around the country. Protests are also expected in Italy, Spain, Austria, Portugal, Albania and Ireland
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Italy's cities in security 'lockdown' for Saturday protests
On 24 October Rome will be locked down with 1,500 officers, Milan with 1,800 police and soldiers.
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France to deploy 70,000 police on Saturday to prevent civil unrest
Security forces to include elite units usually used for counter-terrorism after worst street violence in years
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Pope Leo accepts honorary title from King Charles
Charles and the Queen met the Pope on this day last year during a state visit to the Vatican
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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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'It changed how we style hair forever'. Now this Yorkshire hair tool brand offers clever ‘no damage’ AI tech hair irons
GHD is a Yorkshire company that changed the way we style our hair forever. It celebrates 25 years of revolutionising how we style our hair – and now it is bringing AI into the salon and the home, as CEO Jeroen Temmerman tells Yorkshire Post Fahion & Beauty Editor Stephanie Smith.
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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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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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First Russian diesel shipment is heading to US under Trump-Putin deal
The shipment, carrying nearly 300,000 barrels of diesel, according to Kpler, follows a deal that temporarily eased US sanctions on Russian diesel as Trump seeks to lower fuel prices.
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'Generational rage': How young Europeans are fighting to be heard
From blockaded schools in Rome to tent camps in Madrid and street protests in France, young people across Europe are turning their anger on a political class they say is not listening.
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A Budapest reset, and a scramble to get Ukraine peace talks on track
Good morning. I’m Mared Gwyn. In this Friday edition: Ursula von der Leyen is set to become a headline act at Hungary’s 1956 revolution commemoration, and Europeans grapple with Trump’s “terrifying” Ukraine approach. #EuropeToday
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Takeaways from AP investigation into police shootings of alleged cow smugglers in India
An Associated Press investigation found that police in India’s most populous state have repeatedly shot suspects in the leg, many of them Muslims accused of cow smuggling
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Europe's killer heat this summer claims 50,000 lives. Climate change blamed for two-thirds of deaths
More than 50,000 people in Europe died this summer from heat, a record high amount, a new study finds
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Man behind York shop selling ‘best sandwiches ever’ takes up new role
Ex-Army surveyor Tim Jervis, who launched Salt Pig Sandwiches in York, has been recognised for his business success and will mentor aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Italy and Spain end border checks after Ceuta crisis, easing tension
Italy and Spain agree to end temporary border checks, easing tensions following the Ceuta crisis.
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Macron condemns ‘seditious acts’ by ‘ultra-left’ and says he will seek to ban some protests – Europe live
French government will show ‘absolute’ determination to stop the riots, Macron says
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Pope does not need further treatment after lung cancer surgery
Test results have confirmed his diagnosis as a lung adenocarcinoma that was localised.
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Line of Duty and Good Omens director plots Edinburgh festivals-set paramedic drama
The leading Scottish TV director is developing a new paramedic drama series set at the height of Edinburgh's summer festivals season.
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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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Pope Leo's alma mater Villanova traveling to Rome for hoops doubleheader vs. Notre Dame
Villanova and Notre Dame's men's and women's teams are set to play a doubleheader in Rome on November 1, marking the start of the college basketball season
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Pompeii mansion to be restored after £1.1m donation from private sponsor
German entrepreneur Frank Hoefer was inspired after reading the 2023 book, Pompeii: The Enchanted City
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Italy to respond to clashes in Milan 'with great firmness,' FM says
From preventive detention to bans on gatherings: proposed measures and new powers for troops deployed in Milan #EuropeNews
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Pompeii's grandest house gets a $1.6 million restoration funded by private sponsor
A private home in Pompeii, believed to be the grandest, is being restored with 1.4 million euros ($1.6 million) from a private sponsor
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Rioting in Milan caused by ‘hybrid war’ against West, says Italian defence minister
Luxury brands including Chanel, Tiffany and Dior have removed merchandise from their windows in the Italian city
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Parasite-infected mosquitoes released in Europe for first time
Male mosquitoes infected with a parasite have been released in Barcelona to reduce the number of insects that can transmit infections such as dengue
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REVEALED: The new long-haul flights from Frankfurt and Munich in 2027
German airline Lufthansa is adding a number of new routes to its schedule in 2027, with destinations ranging from the Americas to Asia.
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The mysterious Spanish ‘Women’s Cave’ used for 24,000 years for sacred rituals
The ancient site near Valencia is one of the oldest sacred places in the world
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Face of man who died in Roman Scotland 2,000 years ago revealed
The man's bones provided a grisly eye into his life - and death
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US gave us no warning of Russian strikes on Kyiv power plants, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian president accuses Washington of ‘denial of reality’ in continuing row with Trump over apparent support for Moscow
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EU plans March summit in Rome as Italy eyes early election
The EU is preparing to hold its March 2027 summit in Rome to mark the 70th anniversary of the Treaties of Rome, subject to unanimous approval, as Italy faces the prospect of an early spring election.
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The mysterious cave emerging as one of the world’s most culturally significant places
The cave has been ritually or religiously important for at least 24,000 years
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Pope Leo XIV urges humanitarian cooperation between Ukraine and Russia during call with Zelenskyy
Pope Leo XIV has spoken by phone with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
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Ebola: Kenya confirms eighth case as DRC outbreak reaches new province
Kenya has confirmed an eighth Ebola case, while the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to spread to new areas.
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French PM blames ‘ultra-left’ for exploiting protests as he seeks partial curfews – Europe live
Sébastien Lecornu says new measures will be put in place from tonight
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Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 18th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Pope Leo XIV after his hospital stay: "I feel closer to those who suffer illness"
Discharged on Saturday after surgery for a malignant tumour in his right lung, Pope Leo led the Angelus from the Apostolic Palace and thanked doctors, saying he will gradually resume duties. #EuropeNews
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Historic County Durham estate dubbed one of the North's 'best hidden gems'
A viral TikTok has brought attention to a historic landmark in County Durham named as "one of the Catholic church's best-kept secrets."
