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Number of Edinburgh smokers drops by 49 per cent in a decade
The number of people who smoke in Edinburgh has almost halved in the last decade, according to new figures.
Trump’s super PAC is now running campaign-style ads created with taxpayer dollars
The DNC accuses MAGA Inc of airing ‘propaganda’ developed by White House employees, in violation of federal law
North East's Sam Fender confirms 2027 tour with Lord of the Rings inspired teaser
North East star Sam Fender has sent fans into a frenzy after appearing to confirm a major stadium tour for 2027 following a series of cryptic teasers.
LIVE - Delays building as 'obstruction on road' on A167 at Darlington
The road blocked is blocked and traffic is building due to an obstruction on the road on the A167 Beaumont Hill Southbound.
Teens tell BBC of their hopes and fears as they prepare to start work
Follow four students from Newcastle as they try out roles for the first time as part of their work experience placements.
More Americans are now worried about AI than war and terrorism, poll finds
‘People’s fears about AI are much broader than concerns about automation or job displacement,’ says Seth Benzell, an assistant professor at Chapman University
First look inside North Yorkshire's new Sicilian wine bar as Veeno opens its doors
A new Italian wine bar serving family-produced Sicilian wines and traditional dishes has opened in North Yorkshire.
Significantly greater infestation by oak processionary moths
In the spring and summer of 2026, there were closures due to the oak processionary moth. The Pflanzenschutzamt counted nearly twice as many affected sites as in 2025. A new strategy is being developed.
Record-breaking Glitter Ball raises over £280,000 for Martin House Children's Hospice
Glitter Ball raises over £280,000 for Martin House Children's Hospice
Row erupts at high school football game after player tackles rival with American flag
The school district said that the student ‘allowed his emotions to override his judgment in the heat of the moment’
The Orionid meteor shower is coming. Here's how and when to watch
The Orionid meteor shower, caused by remnants from Halley’s comet, peaks this week
Three cars caught going wrong way down A66 months after fatal crash
Cleveland Police said the car collided with street furniture and drove the wrong way on the A66
Rioters face €20,000 fines and prison under Italy's new anti-riot laws
The government said it will deploy 500 army troops to patrol Milan until the end of 2026
Burglary at hotel in York in the early hours of morning
There has been a burglary at Hotel Indigo on Walmgate in York. It happened on Tuesday 6th October at approximately 0400hrs. Police would like anyone who saw anything suspicious in the area to contact them. It happened on Tuesday 6th October...
Millions of California students have sensitive data stolen — names, SSIDs, home addresses and more taken in attack on nonprofit
Sensitive, personally identifiable information leaked
Man arrested after attacks on three Jewish women including one pushing a pram
A 33-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of racially aggravated common assault
Two re-arrested on suspicion of assisting Iran intelligence after RAF Fairford incident
The head of UK Counter Terrorism Policing said they consider Iranian state involvement "highly likely".
Ionos vs Hostinger: An expert review of which web hosting service is better
I signed up to a standard web hosting account with each provider, to explore ease of use and available features
Hundreds back call to stop parking bans in York roads
Hundreds of people have backed a call to stop proposals to ban parking in some York roads going ahead.
Of course a new Edgerunners series means a new Cyberpunk 2077 patch
Together at last?
Vandals wreck York sports clubhouse used by children and community teams
Vandals have smashed windows, ripped off shutters and forcibly damaged locks at a York clubhouse used by numerous community sports teams.
Jury considering verdict of boy accused of attempted murder at school
The boy, who has pleaded guilty to wounding with intent, did not give evidence in his defence
Popular shop in the Broadway Bradford to permanently shut this weekend
It was one of the first stores to open in The Broadway back in 2015.
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The Yorkshire clockmaker - John Harrison - who invented the marine chronometer
John Harrison was a Yorkshire clockmaker and joiner who revolutionised navigation when he invented the marine chronometer.
Harrogate jewellery retailer continues tradition of giving colleagues Boxing Day off
“Harrogate shop to give staff an extra day off to spend time with loved ones as a thank you for their dedication”
Edinburgh livestock adviser wins Farm Adviser of the Year award
Chloe Rodriguez has been named Farm Adviser of the Year at the 2026 British Farming Awards for her work improving livestock welfare.
Injured barn owl left in box outside North Yorkshire charity - can you help?
A barn owl with an injured wing has been left in a cardboard box on the doorstep of a coastal wildlife sanctuary.
North Yorkshire lifeboat crew tow pleasure boat to safety after dual engine failure
Scarborough Lifeboat Station's said its RNLI volunteer inshore lifeboat (ILB) crew had just been carrying out a routine training exercise on Sunday, October 18 when it was called to assist the craft in the South Bay area of Scarborough.
Qatar revamped defence system in six hours, intelligence chief says
At Doha’s Global Security Forum, Qatar’s head of intelligence revealed how the war with Iran forced the Gulf country to urgently redeploy its defensive assets, while the US ambassador to Turkey offered new insights into a fundamental shift in Washington's presence in the Middle East.
Teacher banned from classroom after shoving boy against wall and swearing at him
Christopher Clarkson sacked by academy in Burton-on-Trent after also pushing second pupil in the chest