UK
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The tax rises and cuts to expect from the Budget – from inheritance to capital gains
The chancellor is preparing to deliver his first Budget on October 28
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Millions of mothers still don’t have clean water to give birth. It’s time to act
In my home country of Ethiopia, 45 per cent of healthcare facilities function without a water supply, and 60 per cent have either no or a limited level of sanitation, writes Frehiwot Gebrewold
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How residents in flood-prone areas are rejecting traditional ideas of resilience
Who should bear responsibility for managing the consequences of climate change?
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Ross Greer lifts lid on Greens financial woes and outlines Budget demands from SNP
Ross Greer lifts the lid on how the Scottish Greens borrowed £150,000 and scraped donations of £5 and £10 to fight the Holyrood election, as members gather in Inverness to debate the party's financial future.
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What are the accusations against Meghan Markle’s father Thomas?
The Duchess of Sussex said she was ‘deeply distressed’ over child sex image accusations against her father
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Wireless headphones meets valve amps — the unusual cans that squeeze a tube amp into the earcup are back in a new and improved version
The Écoute TH2 are valve amp-toting headphones which build on their predecessors.
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Millions around the world are starving. Here’s what the UK needs to be doing
Britain should use its G20 presidency to make the case that preventing conflict and hunger is central to a safer and more resilient world, writes Jean-Michel Grand
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How to watch A Course Called Ireland online for free
Golf addict Bill Murray links up with Tom Coyne, author of the bestselling A Course Called Ireland travel memoir.
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FTSE 100 slips as oil price hits five-month high
Oil and gas prices have risen strongly this week, adding to worries about high inflation weighing on economic growth around the world.
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World’s first mRNA cancer jab for melanoma cuts risk of death by 42%
The study included more than 1,100 people with high-risk melanoma that had been surgically removed.
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Video. Storm Austen batters France and UK with winds of up to 160 km/h
Video. Huge waves, uprooted trees and damaged boats mark Storm Austen's arrival in France and the UK. Gusts of up to 160 km/h have battered Brittany, while fallen branches have blocked roads in southern England.
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White House ballroom construction progress seen in aerial footage
Donald Trump’s administration has released aerial footage showing the construction progress on the White House ballroom. Deputy Chief of Staff Dan Scavino shared the video on X, which he said was filmed from Marine One during a flyover on the president’s journey to Joint Base Andrews. The original East Wing of the White House was demolished in October 2025 to make way for the 90,000-square-foot facility, proceeding without congressional authorization. Trump has defended the project, arguing it will offer a secure location for state visits, official ceremonies and inaugurations. In February 2025, the ballroom’s cost was estimated at $100m. The figure later rose to $250m and has since grown to $600m.
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Elvana to bring Elvis-Nirvana mash-up to North East for Halloween show
Elvana brings its Elvis Presley and Nirvana mash-up to Anarchy Brewery, Newcastle, on October 31, for a Halloween show with fancy dress and special ale.
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Chest infection or cold? Boots pharmacist shares key signs and when to see a GP
Boots pharmacist shares chest infection symptoms, recovery advice and warning signs.
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Thousands of homes without power as Storm Austen hits south-west England
Dozens of schools in Cornwall also affected as another storm heads for Scotland, Northern Ireland and the north of England
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Viral American travels 4,000 and hails Saltburn Thai restaurant as 'the real deal'
Viral American Tiktoker Kalani Ghost Hunter praised a "phenomenal" Saltburn Thai restaurant while challenging stereotypes about food in northern England to his audience.
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The driveway tweak that could reduce the risk of your home flooding
About 54 per cent of front gardens in the UK are now concreted over, up from 46 per cent in 1991
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UN chief race enters decisive phase as new contender arrives
UAE’s star diplomat Lana Nusseibeh has entered the race for the UN secretary-general position, challenging front-runner Rebeca Grynspan at a decisive time for the global organisation's future. The UN chief race could now lead to the first ever female secretary-general.
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Trump says ‘Andy is getting it done’ as he claims UK ‘opening up North Sea oil’
‘Andy is getting it done, and I guess it’s against the liberal principle, but he knows what’s right. It’s going to make UK a very wealthy country’, the US president said
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Beer giant warns pubs to adapt as weight loss drugs curb alcohol sales
Beer generated nearly £14 billion of sales in British pubs, bars and restaurants in the year to February 2026
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What is the state of the UK economy heading into next week’s Budget?
Next week, John Healey is expected to reveal plans for a number of cost-of-living measures while increasing taxes for banks and gambling firms.
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All the events cancelled across County Durham and the North East ahead of Storm Boelo
Events and popular attractions across County Durham, the North East and North Yorkshire have been cancelled as Storm Boelo threatens to bring strong winds and heavy rain this weekend.
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Storm Boelo weather warning now covers York and all of North Yorkshire
Weather experts have updated their forecast for Storm Boelo this weekend – and it is now expected to batter all of York and North Yorkshire. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind from midday tomorrow(Saturday, 24 October)...
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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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How to watch Kon Yashwant Pansare online from anywhere
A suspicious death brings a former lawyer back into a courtroom battle against the establishment
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This city centre arts venue is thriving - here's what's coming up
IT began as a pop-up venue in a former storage depot - now Loading Bay is a vibrant city centre arts venue with a packed autumn-winter season of entertainment coming up.
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Rare Royal Mint 50p coin sells for more than 220 times face value on eBay
A rare 2009 Kew Gardens 50p coin has sold for £122.18 on eBay after attracting eight bids in an online auction.
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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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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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Beverley skincare expert chosen to speak at major international science event
Skincare expert Dr Katerina Steventon has been selected as one of just three UK speakers at a leading international science symposium in Hong Kong.
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Government's 3-day emergency kit advice explained: What you really need at home
From 36 litres of water for a family of four to cash, emergency radios and phone chargers, here's how to prepare for three days without essential services.
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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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How to watch Aryabhatt Ka Zero online from anywhere
A Hindi social drama that follows Baggu’s journey of self-discovery as he transforms himself from zero to hero
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One of the world’s biggest rock bands to play Scarborough
One of the world’s biggest rock bands, a former Glastonbury headliner, is coming to North Yorkshire. Kings of Leon will head to the Yorkshire coast next summer as they return to the UK with a new show. Following the announcement of their...
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How to watch Tonga vs Lebanon for FREE: Live streams for Rugby League World Cup 2026 game
The Pacific Islanders are aiming to maintain their 100 per cent record
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How to watch Tonga vs Lebanon for FREE: Live streams for Rugby League World Cup 2026 game
The Pacific Islanders are aiming to maintain their 100 per cent record
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Two Michelin-starred chefs team up for exclusive dining experience
Two Michelin-starred chefs have teamed up to create an exclusive at-home dining experience.
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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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Daily weather forecast for Yorkshire this weekend when the clocks go back one hour
As we head into the weekend when the clocks go back one hour, here is a daily weather forecast for Yorkshire.
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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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How Yorkshire entrepreneur went from £50,000 investment to £4.1bn business
Sir Richard Harpin, one of Yorkshire’s most successful entrepreneurs, shared the remarkable story behind building a £4.1 billion international company.
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Government's 3-day emergency kit advice explained: What you really need at home
From 36 litres of water for a family of four to cash, emergency radios and phone chargers, here's how to prepare for three days without essential services.
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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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‘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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How to watch India Ke Top 1% online from anywhere
Anil Kapoor leads contestants through increasingly difficult brain teasers for a chance to win Rs. 1 crore
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The loyalty illusion: Why happy customers are shopping around
Why satisfied customers still shop around
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Rare golden wildflower being brought back to North Yorkshire countryside
The rare globe wildflower is being reintroduced in North Yorkshire as part of a conservation project led by the Howardian Hills National Landscape.
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Storm Austen hits northwestern France: 161,000 homes lose power
The first major autumn storm is sweeping across northwestern France. Named Austen by UK forecasters, it brings violent gusts, disrupts transport and causes power cuts. #EuropeNews
