UK
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MPs call for investigation after Epstein whistleblower dies
Simon Andriesz died last month after revealing evidence of links between US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick and the late Jeffrey Epstein
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Boro legends and locals among first to try long-awaited Teesside golf club restaurant
From Boro legends to local foodies - diners are sharing first thoughts on Manjaros' new golf club restaurant.
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State Pension age could be cut to help young people get jobs – DWP must respond
A petition calling for the State Pension age to be lowered to help young people get jobs has passed 10,000 signatures, triggering a Government response.
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Small inflatable boats 'set for people smugglers' seized at East Midlands Airport
The National Crime Agency says it is the first time the detection of small boat equipment has been made in air freight.
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Impossibly fast-moving stars are revealing the Milky Way's mysterious heart
Near the centre of the Milky Way, a swarm of stars hurtles around a supermassive black hole at extraordinary speeds. Studying them could be the key to understanding our galaxy
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Missing the iPod Classic? This $250 digital music player could be the perfect replacement — and it's even got a 3.5mm headphone jack
If you want to combine offline tunes with modern streaming platforms, take a look at the new Sudo.
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Reel outrage: how Bradford X-rated films row split the city in 1979
FILM censorship is a tricky subject. One person's horror classic is another's violent garbage - but who decides what the public can see?
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UK special forces may have committed 'serious offences' in Afghanistan, court told
Troops could face criminal prosecution for their actions, the High Court has heard
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What is the XFG Covid variant? UK hospitalisations up more than 400% in a month
More than half of the positive tests were found to be a variant of XFG
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Estonia moves troops to Russian border as fears grow of Putin attack on Nato: report
Military and intelligence officials believe that Moscow is preparing to test the international alliance
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Jeremy Clarkson reveals where he is 'dreaming' of opening his next pub
Jeremy Clarkson told the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham on Monday (October 6) that he is looking "quite hard" at opening another pub.
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This affordable Nintendo Switch 2 controller is the one I use every day, because it has TMR thumbsticks — here's why that makes it my preferred option
This Turtle Beach controller for Switch 2 was already affordable, but this saving makes it an absolute must-buy for gamers on a budget.
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Who is standing in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election?
The contest in the north London constituency is a major test for both Zack Polanski and new Labour leader Andy Burnham
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Tory MP criticised for claiming Luton has ‘no go zones’ where ‘white people won’t go’
Shadow home office minister Blake Stephenson has been accused of peddling ‘the same rightwing nonsense’ as far-right activist Tommy Robinson
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Greens ask what will happen to Yorkshire’s Youth Parliament
Harrogate councillors question future of UK Youth Parliament
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Amazon Prime Day deals 2026 - best deals and what to avoid as prices drop
Amazon Prime Day has landed, but not every bargain is what it seems. Here are the deals worth knowing about – plus the scams to watch for.
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Girl left seriously ill after TUI holiday turns into 'complete nightmare'
A 12-year-old girl was diagnosed with salmonella after a dream family holiday in Egypt turned into a "complete nightmare."
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Amazon Prime Day deals 2026 - best deals and what to avoid as prices drop
Amazon Prime Day has landed, but not every bargain is what it seems. Here are the deals worth knowing about – plus the scams to watch for.
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Firefighters tackle blaze at York recycling plant
Fire crews were called to a blaze at a York recycling plant last night (Monday). Both Acomb crews and Huntington’s appliance went to the incident at Harewood Whin Waste Transfer Station, on Tinker Lane, Rufforth at 9.41pm. A North Yorkshire...
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Expert says what under-50s need to do now to help avoid cancer as rates surge
Experts say the figures reflect the growing obesity epidemic, poor diets and insufficient exercise
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Kemi Badenoch disowns own party’s claim of building British ‘Iron Dome’
Conservative leader insists ‘we are not building the Iron Dome’ – despite the Tories’ own press release comparing it to Israel’s system
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Asda shoppers warned to stop using product immediately as safety recall issued
Asda has recalled its Kidz Pop Up Bear Tent over fears children could become trapped by the zip closure, offering full refunds to shoppers.
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Badenoch suggests Tories would not reverse Labour’s pensions triple lock legislation – UK politics live
In his party conference speech last week, Andy Burnham said he wanted to change the triple lock uprating mechanism from 2030
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Ofcom investigates Meta over Instagram Instants safety checks
Watchdog examining whether company carried out adequate risk assessment as required by Online Safety Act
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British national arrested in connection with RAF Fairford incident
It is the seventh arrest in connection to the incident near RAF Fairford last month.
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One million UK people who have never smoked are now vapers
Latest statistics also show, for the second year in a row, more over-16s vape than smoke.
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How to watch Croatia vs Spain: FREE streams & TV channels for Nations League 2026/27
The world champions are aiming to maintain their 100 percent record
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How to watch NCIS season 24 online — stream the long-running crime series from anywhere for free
Sean Murray hits 500 episodes on the show, after Rocky Carroll's departure as Leon Vance
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How to watch NCIS season 24 online — stream the long-running crime series from anywhere for free
Sean Murray hits 500 episodes on the show, after Rocky Carroll's departure as Leon Vance
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UKHSA issues UK plague risk update after Russian lab worker’s death
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) confirmed it is seeking further information on the case
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Help! All the black-and-white Kindles look the same — which one should I buy? A speedy guide to the best options
Today's an excellent day to buy a new ereader — here's now to pick the right one for you.
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ASOS customers receive threatening notification from hackers
The ASOS app sent out a threatening notification to thousands of users.
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Three things UK households must do before turning on the heating this year
Heating experts have warned UK households to carry out four simple radiator checks before switching central heating on this autumn to cut energy bills.
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A New Neurotech Startup Launches to Rival Sam Altman’s Merge Labs
Bridge Neurotech is planning to build a wearable brain-computer interface that uses ultrasound.
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Pregnant women exposed to heatwaves 25% more likely to suffer complications - study
Pregnant women and newborns are bearing the brunt of global warming but they are being forgotten, say campaigners
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Norway says its proposed smart glasses ban is a ‘high priority’ as government promises ‘informed debate’ on wearable tech
Norway's temporary ban would prohibit the use of smart glasses in parks, beaches, museums, schools, kindergartens, and other public spaces.
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These are my 3 favorite TVs I've tested in 2026 so far, including elite Samsung OLED, Sony RGB and a fantastic LG all-rounder
2026 has been a great year for TVs, and these are the top 3 models I've tested so far.
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Stars of York area's food and drink scene celebrated at first-of-its-kind awards
Talent, excellence, innovation and community spirit were celebrated in style at The Press Food and Drink Awards.
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The most ambitious ideas to save the world from El Niño
A monster El Niño is brewing in the Pacific Ocean – but there may be ways we can stop the worst impacts from occurring
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Garmin's ultra-powerful Enduro 4 adventure watch and Approach S72 golf watch just launched — but I'd get the Garmin Fenix 8 Amazon deals instead
Garmin has revealed the high-end Enduro 4 and Approach S72 smartwatches.
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ASOS releases statement after customers sent alarming message
ASOS has updated customers following a 'hacked' alert that was sent out to millions of app users. The company doesn't believe payment information was impacted.
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Horrifying moment out-of-control hayride flips leaving a dozen injured
More than a dozen children were thrown from a wagon after a tractor flipped during a hayride in upstate New York. Chemung Conty Sheriff’s released surveillance video of the crash which happened at the German Baptist youth group gathering in Wellsburg on October 4. Initially, more than 20 youngsters were onboard but five leapt off when the brakes started smoking and the driver began struggling with mechanical issues, according to witnesses. The ride traveled along for more than a mile and a half before flipping at an intersection and tossing the remaining fifteen people across the road. Most suffered abrasions but the 16-year-old driver remains in a critical condition.
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'Dream come true' as Coronation Street and Brassic stars in Teesside for theatre show
Sue Cleaver, Karen Henthorn and Les Dennis star in Victoria Wood’s dinnerladies stage adaptation at Stockton Globe in March 2027.
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This Bose Bluetooth speaker was rated as the best in a blind test against the biggest competition — here's why I'd buy it today
The Bose SoundLink Micro Gen 2 sounds fantastic for a speaker of its size, and now it's so much easier to recommend thanks to this price cut.
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Stars of York area's food and drink scene celebrated at first-of-its-kind awards
Talent, excellence, innovation and community spirit were celebrated in style at The Press Food and Drink Awards.
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The entire Google Pixel 11 line is on sale this Prime Day, but which model should you buy? Here’s the right choice for every kind of user
We round up the best Prime Day deals and highlight the right Pixel model for every use case.
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Greens’ ‘Zionism is racism’ worse than anything under Corbyn, antisemitism tsar warns
Exclusive: Lord Mann claimed the way some of the party’s members were being treated was ‘unprecedented in Westminster since the Second World War’
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UK construction industry declines at slowest rate for eight months
Figures nevertheless show the industry remains firmly in the contraction territory, having been declining since January 2025.
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Whistleblower claims Trump ordered FBI to investigate LA anti-ICE protesters – US politics live
‘These allegations are deeply alarming,’ said Senator Alex Padilla, a California Democrat who received a copy of the complaint
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Katie Price to be handcuffed to Suella Braverman in 'fun' new Channel 4 show
Channel 4's new series Celebrity Handcuffed will see celebrities handcuffed 24/7 to others and viewers can expect episodes to be "full of surprises".
