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Drone reveals remarkable remains of 1,000 years of lead mining in the Pennines
FOR today’s picture, our regular contributor Northern Perspectives has flown his drone from the top of Weardale over the border into Cumbria to highlight Nenthead, the best preserved lead-mining landscape in the North Pennines.
Mini recycling centres across North Yorkshire could face closure in wider review
Mini recycling centres in North Yorkshire could face closure as the council considers whether the facilities are still needed following improvements to household recycling collections.
Minister says Mahmood’s migration policy will ‘prolong integration’
In now-removed post, Miatta Fahnbulleh criticised home secretary’s proposal to extend qualifying period for settlement in UK
Ferocious criticism from all sides underlines Macron’s isolation
French president has compounded impression of arrogance with strategic errors – and consequences could be profound
Off-road bikes across Durham and Darlington face the crusher in police crackdown
A new crackdown across Durham and Darlington will see vehicles linked to crime and antisocial behaviour crushed, not auctioned.
Popular riverside café backed by groups after being told it needs planning permission
A popular riverside café has received backing from local organisations after its owner was told to apply for retrospective planning permission.
OpenAI Engineer Accused of Spying on Executives Ordered to Remain in Custody
A judge ordered Abdulrahman Alfozan to remain in custody, likening the Saudi government’s offer to secure the former OpenAI engineer’s release to a “blank check.”
£250,000 community grants launched to support red squirrel conservation
New £250,000 red squirrel conservation grant scheme offers UK communities up to £5,000 for habitat projects, wildlife events and education through RSRN.
North East deli closes after 13 years serving Italian treats to the local community
The Village Deli in Hartburn has shut for the final time after 13 years - with owners confirming that the catering side of the business will continue as usual.
Lavrov backs Iran after Trump says Russia doing 'little' for Tehran
Just hours after Trump publicly claimed Russia was doing “little” to help Iran, Moscow reaffirmed its full support for Tehran, with Foreign Minister Lavrov describing Iran's fight as a "just cause." #EuropeNews
Family 'devastated' after PE teacher dies after being struck by car
Daren Baillie’s family pay tribute after 51-year-old Fife PE teacher died when hit by a car on the A92 near Freuchie. Police Scotland appeal for witnesses.
It's about to get a lot harder to keep countries honest about climate change
A row over when to publish crucial climate change assessments risks letting countries off the hook on emissions cuts
19 photos from the Moonlight Glow Walk for Saint Michael's Hospice in Harrogate
Hundreds of people came together for a night of colour, community and fundraising at the Moonlight Glow Walk in Harrogate ✨
The mysterious cave emerging as one of the world’s most culturally significant places
The cave has been ritually or religiously important for at least 24,000 years
Two taken to hospital after serious crash near school in North Yorkshire
Two people were taken to hospital after a serious crash, involving two vehicles, close to a school in North Yorkshire.
Supreme Court will review ban on distilling spirits in private homes
Plaintiffs challenging the prohibition on home distilling claim the 1868 law is an antiquated relic of Reconstruction-era politics
Ex-OpenAI worker accused of bugging conference room planned to fly to Saudi Arabia, prosecutors say
Federal prosecutors say a former OpenAI engineer secretly installed a recording device in a conference room to gather company details
Who is the Australian lawmaker targeted in vehicle attack?
Police said a 43-year-old suspect had been arrested following the incident in Wangaratta, northeast of Melbourne
What happens when an AI interviewer meets AI interviewee? YouTuber stands up for those facing faceless hiring processes
AI on AI interview proves… interesting
Flood management scheme completes after work in North York Moors
A natural flood management scheme has reached completion with hopes of protecting communities from the growing threat of climate change.
£900m Scottish refurbishment framework opens for contractor applications
Scottish Procurement Alliance opens £900m RM4 refurbishment framework, inviting contractors to bid for housing and public building repairs by December 11, 2026.
£1 million scheme launched to bring Glasgow’s empty listed buildings back into use
Glasgow launches a £1m grant scheme offering £15,000-£350,000 to bring vacant listed buildings back into use and protect the city’s heritage.
'Scandal' - Homeless deaths in Scotland soar 38 in a year as housing crisis deepens
The number of homeless people dying in Scotland has soared by 38 in just one year with 232 deaths recorded in 2025 as the country’s housing emergency claims an ever more devastating toll.
The best budget controller for PC just got better
We've just reviewed the GameSir Nova Lite 2 and we're seriously impressed for $30 or less.
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Europe could one day have a homegrown Starlink alternative — and four major carriers have teamed up to help develop it
Starlink might soon have some European competition if the continent's carriers get their way.
Person taken to hospital after crash at junction in North Yorkshire
A person has been taken to hospital after a crash at a busy junction in Thornton-le-Dale.
New North Yorkshire restaurant opens and serves 10-course tasting menu for £125
A new fine dining restaurant has opened its doors, offering an immersive tasting menu experience.
Police probe launched into 'anti-social' e-bike riding in North Yorkshire town
The county's police are looking for witnesses to anti-social e-bike riding in a coastal North Yorkshire town.
68-year-old assaulted by 'smartly dressed' man with goatee in York city centre street
A man in his 60s has been assaulted in York city centre by a smartly dressed man with a ‘well-trimmed’ goatee and moustache.