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Crash causing delays on A19 near York
A crash is causing jams on the A19 south of York this afternoon (Wednesday). It’s between the Designer Outlet and Crockey Hill. Emergency services are on the scene. Crash location Drivers report standstill traffic on the road both ways....
Glasgow council leader 'keen' for citizens' assembly on 'big issues facing the city'
Glasgow City Council leader Ricky Bell backs exploring a citizens’ assembly as residents raise concerns over PBSA, bin hubs and community engagement.
Miatta Fahnbulleh: 'I don't have the luxury of sitting on the fence' on North Sea gas
Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh approved the Jackdaw gas field in Aberdeen on Wednesday, arguing homegrown gas beats carbon-heavy imports. She told The Herald there will be no delay on the larger Rosebank decision but admitted jobs are not being created fast enough.
Three dormant US nuclear reactors are being restarted to power AI data centers
The US wants to re-open several former nuclear plants
This popular bakery could soon be serving alcohol from 9am
BEER and bakes from 9am could soon be on the menu of a popular North Yorkshire café if a licence application is approved by the council.
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.
Video. Nine Emperor Gods Festival: Devotees walk across burning embers for good luck
Video. Devotees walked on fire for good luck at Malaysia’s Nine Emperor festival, with fireworks, a lion dance and blessings at a temple in Kuala Pilah.
Jackdaw gas field approved as Government seeks to improve energy security
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the decision would ‘protect hundreds of jobs and help keep millions of homes warm this winter’.
Interest rate hike ‘firmly on table’ after inflation rises to 11-month high
Experts have said the latest official inflation data has reinforced expectations of a rate hike in November.
Trump vs the press: The president has a long history of attacks on the media
The president has complained about ‘fake news’ ever since he first ran for high office in 2015. Joe Sommerlad reports on Trump’s second term attacks on the Fourth Estate
North Yorkshire school named among best in country in prestigious league table
A grammar school which Richard Hammond attended has been named among the best in England in a national league table released today.
Heartwarming moment 'inspiring' North East surgeon of 30 years gets Pride of Britain
Pioneering North East heart surgeon Asif Hasan has received the 2026 Pride of Britain Lifetime Achievement Award after saving hundreds of children's lives.
Macron calls for extreme caution in Gulf, secures critical gas deal in Qatar state visit
French president concludes his state visit by reinforcing the strategic partnership with Qatar. He declares his Gulf tour objectives achieved after securing a crucial gas deal with Qatar as he seeks to lower tensions over living costs in France.
North Yorkshire firms could get on-the-spot fines over illegal tobacco and vape sales
North Yorkshire Council considers on-the-spot fines for illegal tobacco and vape sales under new trading standards policy targeting underage sales and scams.
Woman told Russell Brand he treated her ‘like an animal’, court hears
Brand, 51, faces three charges of rape, three of sexual assault and one of indecent assault against six women
Your guide to the best events happening in the Harrogate district
Whether you're planning a night out this weekend or looking ahead to the rest of October and November, here's our pick of the best shows, gigs, comedy and cultural events happening across the Harrogate district.
Harrogate buses display poppies as free travel returns for Armed Forces
Harrogate buses are displaying large commemorative poppies as part of Transdev’s Poppy Appeal campaign for 2026.
AMD handhelds are about to get much better, as FSR 4.1 support announced for APUs and Vulkan
Better support is always a good thing.
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.
Jeffrey Donaldson to be interviewed over alleged rape inside Houses of Parliament
While not naming the disgraced former MP, the Metropolitan Police has issued a statement confirming a 63-year-old man is being investigated.
Severely ill ICE detainees face imminent deportation to unknown African states, advocates say
Flights to third countries where the detainees have no ties are scheduled as early as Wednesday, relatives detail
Bear Grylls-themed attraction in £5m upgrade of East Yorkshire holiday park
The Skipsea Sands holiday park set to receive a £5 million investment.
Back to the drawing board for Europe-wide taxes
European Council President António Costa has taken over the negotiations on the bloc's next long-term budget, with one of the biggest question marks being how he will resolve the challenge of new EU-wide taxes.
Pudsey bus station serious sexual assault investigation - man in custody
A police scene remains in place at Pudsey bus station after a woman was reportedly sexually assaulted
More than 10 vehicles seized during police crackdown in this area
The enforcement action took place yesterday morning and resulted in more than 10 vehicles being removed from the roads.
State-involved deaths increase to five per week in Scotland, report finds
A new report has found more people are dying while in custody or in the care of the state in Scotland than in previous years
Yellowstone receives historic $105 million gift from company building AI data center
The gift comes at a time of change and challenge for Yellowstone, the country’s first national park
Firefighters help horse after accident in York village
Fire crews in York helped a horse stand after it fell on a road this afternoon.
Gallery dedicated to David Hockney reopens at Bradford's Cartwright Hall
A gallery dedicated to the late David Hockney, which was one of the final projects the artist was involved in, has re-opened in Bradford this week.
Missing fishermen search resumes one week after disappearance
Adverse sea conditions and anchoring difficulties forced a temporary halt to the search