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Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 21st, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Husband and wife charged in shooting death of teen driving to St Louis Halloween party
Alyssa Wilson, 17, was driving to a party at city zoo when prosecutors say Willie Herndon fired a gun at her car
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Epstein lawyer and accountant ‘knowingly participated’ in his sex trafficking: suit
Attorney General Raúl Torrez targets Darren Indyke and Richard Kahn in first state enforcement action against Epstein associates
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Last Word: How different would Earth be if anaerobic life were the only life form?
This question was posed as part of New Scientist’s Last Word series, in which readers give scientific answers to each other’s questions. Here’s what our readers had to say
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North East pottery couple launch craft hub for community projects
North East pottery couple Alan and Valerie Dunnighan launch Wear Crafts CIC at the BIC, offering community workshops, local makers’ space and creative activities.
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Overnight house fire sparks emergency response in Bradford home
The incident was initially reported as a "persons reported" fire, prompting an urgent response from emergency services.
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Man taken to hospital after medical episode on offshore gas rig
A rescue operation has been called after reports of a man experiencing a medical episode on an offshore gas rig.
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New Mexico sues Epstein attorney and accountant, accuses them of hiding sex trafficking operation
New Mexico’s attorney general has filed a lawsuit against Jeffrey Epstein’s attorney and accountant
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Tories slam ‘unfair’ YouTube tax plan as millions abandon BBC licence fee
Exclusive: The Tories have broken their silence on plans to extend the licence fee to streaming services as data shows millions are planning to stop paying for the BBC
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US government leaks the best GTA 6 promo yet: Pißwasser is real
Rockstar appears to be teaming up with a Florida brewery to bring two of GTA's most famous beer brands to life.
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Reform reports ITV and journalists to police over undercover racism sting
Reform staff and volunteers were ‘psychologically manipulated and damaged by ITV’s undercover reporters’
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National Express owner in talks over £282m takeover deal
Mobico shares jumped by around 33% to 39.5p after the talks were confirmed on Wednesday morning.
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Bird flu confirmed at North East poultry farm as surveillance zone introduced
A North East poultry farm has been placed under strict disease controls after bird flu was confirmed, with all birds on the affected site set to be culled.
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East Coast village pub with five motorhome sites up for sale at £250,000 freehold
An East Yorkshire village pub boasting a "growing drinks trade" is up for sale.
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Police launch appeal after 'violent incident' on board North Yorkshire bus
North Yorkshire Police has launched an appeal following a violent incident on the 7A bus from Scarborough to Eastfield.
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'Stacked against us': Glasgow restaurateur's warning for hospitality
Glasgow restaurateur Jonathan MacDonald says Scotland's business rates system is discouraging investment and holding back independent hospitality businesses.
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Fun-filled apple festival coming to Helmsley Walled Garden
An autumn celebration of heritage fruit and crafts is coming to life at Helmsley Walled Garden.
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How the Mecca defense agreement between Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia will work
Turkey has submitted a mutual defense agreement with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan to its parliament for ratification
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Europe weighs energy-saving measures as Middle East crisis deepens
EU Energy Ministers will consider demand cuts if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed in the months ahead, according to a document seen by Euronews. #EuropeNews
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Noel Clarke appears in court over sexual offence charges
The charges were brought after an investigation that began in September 2025
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County Durham duo appear at court over hearse on football pitch and other incidents
Two County Durham men appeared at crown court today, Wednesday, October 21, over alleged offences including driving a hearse on to a football pitch.
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Son of young mum killed by 'evil' Billy Dunlop says he 'robbed him of his childhood'
The son of a Julie Hogg who was killed by “evil” Billy Dunlop has told a parole board how he “robbed him of his childhood”.
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The Oppo Find X10 is a pro-level phone masquerading as a standard flagship
I’m confused as to why a phone as good as the Oppo Find X10 doesn’t carry the ‘Pro’ name.
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Man, 45, charged with burglary and driving whilst disqualified in North Yorkshire
A 45-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of burglary in Harrogate.
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Antisemitism review settles debate over banning pro-Palestine badges in schools
It comes after a rise in antisemitic incidents across schools and colleges
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Apartments on York site with 'significant potential' for historic finds blocked
Apartments have been blocked on a York site said to have significant potential for archaeological remains.
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WATCH - Man, 21, arrested after losing wheel in police chase
A 21-year-old driver who led North Yorkshire Police on an early-morning Knottingley chase has been charged with multiple offences.
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Rob Reiner’s children fight to keep parents’ murder evidence secret
Nick Reiner, 33, is charged with murdering his father, 78, and mother, photographer Michele Reiner, 70, who were found stabbed to death inside their Brentwood, Los Angeles, home