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Winston Churchill dropped for wildlife drawings on new bank notes
Four animals will feature in the new series that will be launched over the next few years, the Bank of England said
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Netball World Cup 2031: England awarded tournament, Manchester named host city
England will host the Netball World Cup for the fourth time in 2031, when the sport's pinnacle event is held at Manchester's Co-op Live arena.
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British consulate in East Jerusalem will stay open as UK mission, says Ed Miliband
UK and Israel back away from full diplomatic confrontation, though British presence in Palestine will be much reduced
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 8th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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South Korea threatens legal action if fuel shipments to Russia found to have broken law
Responding to a Guardian report that revealed thousands of tonnes of fuel was transported to Russia, Seoul said it was investigating the cases
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Israel says British Consulate in east Jerusalem has ceased to function and 20 diplomats will leave
Britain says it has reached an agreement with Israel over its consulate in east Jerusalem
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Most UK diplomats to leave East Jerusalem consulate, Israel says, as Miliband says 'vital services' to remain
Israel said in September it would act in response to UK sanctions on illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank.
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UK’s military needs to focus spending on domestic defence, not overseas missions – report
Exclusive: Thinktank says Britain’s drive towards global commitments is symptom of ‘outdated foreign policy’
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UK households are being urged to stock up on nine items. Here’s what to buy
Wes Streeting is urging the public to prepare for extreme weather, cyber attacks, and war
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Israel says British consulate in East Jerusalem 'ceasing operations'
British Foreign Minister Ed Miliband stressed that the consulate would not be closing and that it would instead become the UK Mission, Jerusalem, from Thursday.
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Vegetables are half as nutritious than 60 years ago. Experts now know why
Fewer than a third of wheat varieties used in bread released since the 1960s meet the recommended zinc target, due to poor soil quality
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Geordie duo launch venture to boost North East visitor economy
North Tyneside founders launch The Geordieland Experience to attract visitors beyond Newcastle United, showcasing Newcastle, the Quayside and North East businesses.
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UK flooring company closes after 48 years as it enters administration
Northern Ireland flooring firm Ceco, a Headlam flooring subsidiary, has ceased trading after 48 years, having fallen into administration.
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Bradford veteran, 105, survived all 32 raids as Bomber Command rear gunner
AS a rear gunner with Bomber Command, Ronnie Holdsworth wasn’t expected to survive more than three air raids during the Second World War.
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Why reopening Doncaster Sheffield Airport will be a big success: Christian Foster
Over the past year or more, we’ve started to build something special at Doncaster Sheffield Airport. While the roots of this reopening project can be traced back to late 2022, the decision made by SYMCA at their September 2025 board meeting, was the springboard for activity to really ramp up.
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Thursday briefing: Why young people are taking to the streets across France
In today’s newsletter: A youth-led movement is protesting crumbling school buildings and teacher shortages while turning adult focus onto wider educational inequalities
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Live UK petrol prices to be shown on Google Maps for first time
The announcement comes as diesel prices continue to hit record highs
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Covid, Brexit and Liz Truss mini-budget led to lasting decline in mental health, study finds
Researchers found five events, including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, caused serious damage to mental wellbeing across UK
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F1 team Williams in £1m High Court battle after historic Grand Prix car vanishes
It was loaned to a garage owner, who claims he lost track of it after suffering a stroke
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Pub chain launches search for four-legged treat tester
Vintage Inns is looking to hire a new four-legged colleague with a nose for treats for its UK pubs.
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Supermarket shake-up: why Asda or Morrisons could vanish within a decade
Talks between Sainsbury’s and Morrisons have set industry tongues wagging, with analysts saying the market is ripe for change
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Cadbury makes change to longstanding chocolate bar launching in stores in autumn
Cadbury has launched the Crunchie Duo bar following the recent launches of Cadbury Twirl Xtra and Cadbury Starbar Duo
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Why are we importing fuel when North Sea oil and gas is still there, asks writer
We still have the equivalent of trillions of barrels of oil and gas in the North Sea.
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Polls open in Holborn and St Pancras byelection – UK politics live
Voters choosing replacement for Keir Starmer, who announced he was standing down last month
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UK drivers can now track live petrol prices on Google Maps
Edmund King, president of the AA, described the arrival of transparent pricing on the platform as "a massive step forward".
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Mum sent home pregnant after told baby had died takes fight to Health Secretary
Angela Welsh was among members of the Leeds Maternity Families Group who met Yvette Cooper
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Manchester City charges: Premier League clubs fear political interference in appeal after Andy Burnham comments
Premier League clubs are "concerned" about political interference in Manchester City's appeal after Prime Minister Andy Burnham's comments.
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UK drivers can now track live petrol prices on Google Maps
Edmund King, president of the AA, described the arrival of transparent pricing on the platform as "a massive step forward".
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The exact date clocks go back this month in the UK and why
The change means an extra hour in bed for your Sunday lie-in and will give an extra hour of daylight as the darker nights roll in.
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Do speed cameras have to be visible? When you can challenge a speeding fine
Legal experts explain why motorists cannot challenge a speeding fine simply because a speed camera was hidden by trees, unlit at night or not painted yellow.
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Analysis: Kemi Badenoch chooses to take fight to Reform from Conservative conference
Kemi Badenoch is hoping that a message about economic competence can lure back in some former Tory supporters who moved to Reform.
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'It's like being shot out of a canon': The extreme motorsport where women keep winning
Swedish driver Susanne Callin has won the European Top Fuel championship for the second year in a row. Is drag racing the first gender-equal sport?
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UK drivers splashing pedestrians could face £5,000 fines and licence points
The warning comes as wet October weather arrives across the UK, with rainfall set to intensify through November and December.
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500 UK supermarkets are offering discounted petrol this October. Here’s how to claim
Fuel analysis by the RAC showed that diesel has risen to a record of 200.01p a litre
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Do speed cameras have to be visible? When you can challenge a speeding fine
Legal experts explain why motorists cannot challenge a speeding fine simply because a speed camera was hidden by trees, unlit at night or not painted yellow.
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UK drivers splashing pedestrians could face £5,000 fines and licence points
The warning comes as wet October weather arrives across the UK, with rainfall set to intensify through November and December.
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What rising bond yields really mean for your savings, mortgage and pension
Bond markets are constantly in motion but most people have no idea how they affect their day-to-day finances
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NHS radiographer struck off over earthquake insult aimed at admin worker
Kyle Harris branded an admin worker a 'pillock' before making the cruel earthquake remark
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Aldi reveals locations for 10 new UK stores opening in 2027
Aldi has revealed 10 new UK store locations opening in 2027 as part of its £900m expansion - see the full list.
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UK flooring company closes after 48 years as it enters administration
A flooring firm has ceased trading after 48 years having fallen into administration.
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Premier League football shirts made by workers on £1 an hour
A BBC Sport investigation traces official football shirt production to factories in Cambodia where workers are paid less than £1 an hour.
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Finance leaders unite in North East to build 'stronger, more resilient communities'
UNEP FI’s first UK & Ireland Community of Practice event in Newcastle explored collaboration on finance, warmer homes, energy transition and resilient communities.
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French minister invites UK to ‘come all the way back’ to the EU
Finance minister, Roland Lescure, welcomes Burnham’s pledge to explore closer ties with bloc
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'Come all the way' back to EU, French finance minister tells Britain
Roland Lescure tells the BBC that being in the bloc enables members to better address the challenges facing the world.
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Bank of England to release 4 new banknotes after 'highest ever' public response
Bank of England will release four redesigned banknotes featuring animals to celebrate the natural world.
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Patients have to wait 231 days for this surgery at Bradford district hospital
Patients are facing lengthy waits for surgery at a hospital.
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Bank of England to release 4 new banknotes after 'highest ever' public response
Bank of England will release four redesigned banknotes featuring animals to celebrate the natural world.
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Amazon's Prime Day Sale Ends Tonight. Here Are the 119 Best Deals to Shop Before They're Gone
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are here, and we’ve tracked down the best discounts on all the gear our team recommends.
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Bank of England to release 4 new banknotes after 'highest ever' public response
Bank of England will release four redesigned banknotes featuring animals to celebrate the natural world.
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£2,000 grants available for sports clubs across Skipton and Ripon
Community sports clubs across Skipton are being encouraged to apply for thousands of pounds in funding through the Cash4Clubs programme.