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CrossCountry cancels trains due to power outage
CrossCountry, the rail operator that runs trains through York, has cancelled most of its services today (Sunday, 23 August). The company says: “As a result of a power cut affecting CrossCountry control centre, train services across almost...
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Cargo vessel sinks in Bay of Bengal, sparking rescue operation
The crew consisted of 20 Chinese nationals, three Myanmar nationals, and one Bangladeshi, the Indian Coast Guard said.
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I tested the xTool M2 laser cutter and engraver and it's an easy recommendation
For enthusiasts and pros, xTool's M2 laser cutter & engraver impresses with creative versatility with a CMYK inkjet, 3W infrared, and auto material detection.
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Hidden Weardale walk with mining ruins, waterfalls and a pub at the end
Discover Slitt Wood near Westgate, a hidden Weardale walk with tumbling waterfalls, ancient woodland, lead-mining ruins and a classic pub finish.
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Police issue appeal to find missing 15-year-old who may have travelled to Manchester
Police are appealing for the public's help to find a missing 15-year-old.
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Three arrested after contaminated batch of 'wobbly eggs' drugs leaves two in hospital
A contaminated batch of diazepam is believed to have left two men seriously ill.
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Rare Easter Island jewellery bought for £100 ells for £75,000 at auction
The collector has ‘made quite a good return’, Wiltshire auction house says
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British comedian Jimmy Carr in talks to host BBC reboot of Top Gear, reports
The BBC's reboot of Top Gear is set to be hosted by comedian Jimmy Carr, according to reports.
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UK orders reviews of franchising sector after Vodafone allegations
Two studies will be used to shape government policy amid claims about a former franchisee who took his own life
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Australia thrash Bangladesh in second Test as Starc takes 10 wickets
Mitchell Starc takes 10 wickets in the match as Australia bounce back to win the second Test against Bangladesh by an innings and 51 runs and draw the series.
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Darlington church leader ends 37 years of ministry leaving 'lasting legacy'
Revd Mark East has retired after 37 years in ministry, including 14 years as rector of St Andrew’s Church in Darlington, where he was praised for…
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Why Leyburn’s market, scenery and square make it a 'jewel of Wensleydale'
Leyburn may be small, but the Wensleydale market town packs in impressive scenery, centuries of history, independent shops and easy access to the…
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How the Humber can help meet tech sector's power demand - Richard Gwilliam
For much of the last decade, Britain’s industrial decarbonisation strategy has rested on a simple premise: government would provide policy certainty and sufficient financial incentive for private capital to follow.
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Linthwaite, West Yorkshire: The village rich in industrial heritage
The industrialisation of the Colne Valley in the 19th century saw the fusion of several hillside hamlets about four miles west of Huddersfield, today recognised as Linthwaite.
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The constant erosion of Yorkshire's green belt land has to be stopped - David Behrens
Fifty years ago, when I first came to work in the West Riding, people complained that if they carried on building houses at the rate they were going, the whole area would merge into a single, soulless settlement. There was even a name for it: Cleckuddersthorpe.
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Dead rat in unused room and droppings found in historic country pub - hygiene report
An pub has been handed a one-star food hygiene rating after an inspection took place earlier this year.
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 23rd, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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London’s low emission zone is working – so why are cities around the world so cautious about clean air?
Similar initiatives have been launched from Barcelona to Bogotá, but they have misinformation, political pressure and vested interests stacked against them
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North Yorkshire racecourse appoints first-ever poet in residence
Ripon Racecourse has appointed Antony Pickthall as its first-ever poet in residence.
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Overnight A690 closures near Durham as resurfacing work begins - public notice
Motorists are being warned of overnight A690 road closures between Meadowfield and Langley Moor near Durham as resurfacing works are carried out on…
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Zelensky has 'questions to answer' on corruption, Mykhailo Fedorov tells BBC
The sacked former defence minister has also called for elections to be held in Ukraine.
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Driver stopped for going too slowly on major road, police reveal
A van was stopped by roads policing officers in Bradford after its manner of driving attracted attention.
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‘These were brave officers’: tributes paid to Cleveland police killed in A66 crash
Redcar MP says Teesside community is ‘reeling’ as PM offers condolences and asks public to avoid speculation
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Sydney Marathon laughs off medal error
Runners will receive a medal at the 2026 Sydney Marathon with an engraving of a German stadium.
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British comedian Jimmy Carr in talks to host BBC reboot of Top Gear, reports
The BBC's reboot of Top Gear is set to be hosted by comedian Jimmy Carr, according to reports.
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'Little gem' Yorkshire heritage railway that is perfect for a family day out
The Yorkshire Wolds Railway is the only heritage railway in East Yorkshire and has a "delightful" café for after your train ride.
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Iranian hackers carry out unprecedented attack on UK’s power network
The generator was forced to shut down for four days following the cyber attack
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Mayors to get new powers over planning decisions under Burnham proposals
Move would allow mayors to greenlight large-scale developments and have more say on national housing funding
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ChatGPT’s new voice was driving me mad, so I counted its ‘umms’ and ‘hmms’ — I wasn’t expecting them to change how I talked to AI
I hate ChatGPT’s new 'ums', 'rights' and awkward pauses
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Special train service announced for Tour of Britain finish in Yorkshire Dales
Cycling fans attending the Lloyds Tour of Britain Men’s Stage 4 finish in Leyburn can avoid road closures and congestion by using a special…
