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‘Life-threatening’ sting warning as invasive Asian hornet nests surge in Jersey
More than 800 Asian hornet nests have already been identified on Jersey this year, posing a serious public health risk
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The 59p tomato soup voted better tasting than Heinz and M&S
Experts at Which? blind taste-tested over 200 tinned soups – and some great value options came top
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Rare cancer spread between twins in utero
In a very rare case, a fetus developed cancer in the uterus, and these tumour cells spread to her twin sister
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See this unique take on a classic Shakespeare love story in York
Critically acclaimed dance company Lost Dog will be performing at York Theatre Royal for the first time with their unique take on a classic story. Juliet & Romeo – a two-hander starring Emily Terndrup as Juliet and John Kendall as Romeo...
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Work starts on new homes near York – partly funded by second property tax
Work is underway to build new affordable homes in Shipton by Beningbrough near York.
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Most small businesses aren't reviewing their own AI usage properly
UK businesses are slipping behind on the AI race
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UK firms are spending more on AI than ever before, but still think data is holding them back
Britain's AI spend is rising
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Wednesday briefing: Why small boat crossings are here to stay
In today’s newsletter: The collapse of the UK’s ‘one in, one out’ asylum deal with France exposes the limits of border enforcement that did little to stop crossings, and only made them more dangerous
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Independent school pioneering AI says teaching comes first, tools second
ESM has developed a policy on the use of AI in classrooms that has specific guidance for grade levels, but keeps teaching at the forefront.
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Children at risk of criminal exploitation more than double in four years
Police Scotland figures show that almost 2,000 children are vulnerable to sexual or criminal exploitation in Scotland.
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Inside Bishop Auckland café crowned town's top-rated coffee spot on Trip Advisor
A Bishop Auckland coffee shop has been ranked number one in town on TripAdvisor, with customers praising its homemade food, friendly atmosphere, generous portions and charitable mission.
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Donald Trump posts footage of man being fatally attacked at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
“Don’t ever mess with nature!”
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7 incredible photos from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards
This year's winners showcase powerful stories from the natural world and the urgent need to protect it.
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Calls for ban on ‘two-tier pricing’ for car insurance with millions affected
‘Too many consumers have already been pushed out of driving or into financial peril’
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Burnham sends fresh message to Ukraine ahead of Zelensky visit
Burnham will hold talks with Zelensky on Wednesday at Downing Street
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Business confidence rises across West and North Yorkshire as export demand recovers
West and North Yorkshire business confidence rises in the latest Chamber QES, with stronger domestic and export demand, improving orders despite ongoing cost pressures.
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The UK's lowest-rated bank has been revealed – with queues the biggest complaint
A study of 849 UK bank branches found more than one in five had Google ratings below three stars. See which branches scored lowest and what customers liked best
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PICTURES - York haunt's sold-out opening weekend with VIP guests
A popular York seasonal attraction has opened its doors for spooky season with a sold-out launch with VIP guests.
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Chancellor in online marketplace tax crackdown as he plots ‘white van man’ Budget
It comes amid growing concern that Chinese retailers are using online marketplaces to undercut British competitors by evading the 20 per cent VAT on all their sales
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Outbreaks of bedbugs are becoming increasingly common. An expert says why
A flight was cancelled when passengers in the economy section complained to crew they had been bitten by bedbugs
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Inventor sues employers for £366m over work on 'high-tech plaster' that made billions
The case is set for a six-week trial in 2028
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First cod, now two popular fish and chip alternatives are under threat
Some fish stocks have seen their ratings upgraded, including some North Sea herring
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Neptune to open new homewares store in North Yorkshire town later this year
Neptune- an upmarket homewares store is to open in Harrogate later this year.
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Bradford bank ranked WORST in Yorkshire amid long wait complaints
A Santander branch has been ranked as the worst in Yorkshire, with customers complaining of long waits and poor service.
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Our memorial garden helps us grieve - a cemetery felt too far away
Emma Moore shares how creating a special place at home has helped her family.
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Your older Apple TV will get a free upgrade soon with Siri AI — and that's a big deal
It could save you from upgrading your hardware
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Ilkley family support new charity childhood deafness campaign
AN Ilkley mum has spoken about why single-sided deafness should not be underestimated, as new polling reveals gaps in public understanding of its impact on children.
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PICTURES - York haunt's sold-out opening weekend with VIP guests
A popular York seasonal attraction has opened its doors for spooky season with a sold-out launch with VIP guests.
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How to watch UCI Track Cycling World Championships 2026: live stream for *FREE*
Action switches indoors to the boards of the velodrome in Shanghai
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North Yorkshire named best place in region to start and grow a business
North Yorkshire has been named the best place in Yorkshire and the Humber for starting and sustaining a business, according to American Express.
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University of York and FutureLearn set out new vision for online learning
The University of York has announced an expansion to its partnership with FutureLearn to accelerate the growth, innovation and global reach of its online education portfolio.
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Scots back renewables but reject immediate end to North Sea drilling, study shows
Most Scots back net zero and renewable energy investment, while IPPR Scotland research finds support for case-by-case North Sea oil and gas decisions.
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York flautist wins national music award after 20-year break from performing
Jen Townsend, a flautist from York, has been named one of three winners in a national music competition.
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'Hidden pipe' used to move Nitrous Oxide and mass brawls outside this shop
There have also been mass brawls outside the business, and in one instance a customer was allegedly beaten unconscious by someone from the shop.
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‘I won’t turn my heating on until December’ families' winter fears as bills rocket
Uswitch research suggests 1.7million UK households will not turn on their heating this winter as millions fear the cold and energy bills rising again
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Ukraine live: Putin hits energy facilities as Zelensky says allies gave ‘no warning’
US president says both Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky want the war to end, but they ‘don't know how to get there’
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Scottish city housing developer collapses into administration
A Scottish city developer and builder has been placed into administration.
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Burnham sends fresh message to Ukraine after Trump's diesel deal with Russia
Burnham will hold talks with Zelensky on Wednesday at Downing Street
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Newspaper headlines: 'Spy chief's grim warning' and 'tiger's victim was child actor'
Wednesday's papers are dominated by coverage of a speech given by the MI5 chief and the death of a man in a tiger enclosure.
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Thought Bubble Harrogate 2026: 14-15 Nov, Weekend £42
Thought Bubble is at Harrogate Convention Centre on 14 and 15 November 2026. Day tickets £30, weekend £42, under-12s and over-65s free. Use Entrances 4 and 5.
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Is the European Security Council the EU’s answer to hybrid attacks?
The European Commission proposed a new European Security Council (ESC) to respond to a recent surge in state-sponsored hybrid warfare, like cyberattacks and sabotage. #EuXl
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Gales and heavy rain forecast for UK as Met Office wind warning issued
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind in north-west Scotland on Wednesday with 70mph gusts possible, as Ben Rich explains.
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Dinosaur named new species 102 years after fossil found on Isle of Wight
Invictibellatrix amberina, a predator in the megaraptoran group of dinosaurs, lived in what is now Britain 120 million years ago and may have had claws 20 centimetres long
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Calls for ban on ‘two-tier pricing’ for car insurance with millions affected
Some motor insurance customers could find themselves being charged rates higher than they might pay on a credit card if they cannot pay for an annual policy up front, according to Which?
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Some hake and coley stocks suffering from population decline, consumers warned
Some fish stocks have seen their ratings upgraded, including some North Sea herring and Atlantic bluefin tuna in UK waters.
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Half of Britons unwilling to fight for UK in the event of war, poll finds
Nato's top military commander said the alliance is ‘ready to fight tonight’ amid fears over Russia
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Royal Mail losing 400 postal workers a week, says union
The CWU says more posties are leaving since a new delivery system was brought in, that it claims is not working in hundreds of offices.
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More French anti-riot police to patrol beaches to stop small boat crossings to UK
New data shows 50,000 UK crossing attempts stopped since 2024 election
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Germany puts Ukrainian on trial accused of blowing up Nord Stream pipelines
Four years after the attacks, Serhii K will appear in court accused of a plot to destroy Russia's gas pipelines to Germany.
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1.7 million UK households 'will not turn heating on this winter'
More than 15 million homes say they are worried about being cold this winter, a survey has found
