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York firm launches AI tool to help track at-risk staff and respond to emergencies
Vismo launches Vismo AI at GSX 2026 in Atlanta, helping security teams protect employees, track risks and manage emergencies with real-time data worldwide.
All the allegations against Russell Brand from day one of trial
Southwark Crown Court heard in detail on Wednesday about the alleged incidents, which are said to have taken place between 1999 and 2009 as his showbiz career was flourishing
Egis appoints Edinburgh-based energy director to drive UK growth
Engineering and consulting firm Egis has appointed Mark Docherty as energy director for the UK and Ireland, based in Edinburgh, to expand its energy business.
Two arrested after class A drug stash worth £1.6m found in Glasgow flat
Police Scotland arrest two after £1.6m of class A drugs, including cocaine, and cash are seized at a Glasgow flat on Holm Street. Court appearance follows.
100 years in jail for members of Bradford gang that dealt drugs worth millions
11 men and one woman have been jailed for drug and money laundering offences.
85-bed care home and assisted living complex planned for development
Flats and 12 supported living units are included in plans drawn up by developer Rhodos Properties.
Turkish police take Halk TV off air and arrest 11 in Istanbul raid
The move came just hours before the start of the defence's arguments in the sprawling corruption trial of jailed Istanbul mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and some 400 other defendants.
‘Overflowing bins’ and fly-tipping warning amid plans to ditch York recycling boxes
Bins in York could be left overflowing with rubbish unless some homes are given larger ones as part of recycling collection changes, the council’s opposition group has warned. Liberal Democrat activist Luke Draper said York Council should...
Vatican issues update on Pope Leo's condition after cancer surgery
The 71-year-old had part of his right lung removed
Looking to get into vinyl? Meet Cambridge's new Spira (o)range
The Cambridge Audio Spira is a new colorful turntable designed for simplicity, perfect as a gateway deck for fledgling vinyl collectors
Indonesia’s top Muslim council opposes upcoming Andrea Bocelli concerts over Israel ties
Indonesia’s top Muslim clerical body has opposed upcoming concerts by Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli at Borobudur Temple and Jakarta
Amanda Owen's son Miles takes on new challenges as brother Reuben builds TV career
Amanda Owen's son Miles is helping restore Anty John's while brother Reuben runs his machinery business and fronts his own television programmes.
Unsung heroes protecting Yorkshire's wildlife honoured at special awards
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust’s first-ever Wildlife Hero Awards celebrated individuals, businesses, and community groups.
Defence firm in bid to convert Mossmorran site into weapons factory
A defence firm has submitted proposals to convert the former Mossmorran chemical plant into a factory producing weapons components.
County Durham man ordered to pay police officers compensation after assaulting them
Ricky Milner of Murton admitted assaulting two police officers in Seaham.
Our money should be spent on making the NHS actually work properly - Sarah Todd
These ramblings shouldn’t get too personal but every so often something happens that is perhaps worth reflecting on within these column inches.
One stolen every four minutes - inside the police battle against vehicle thieves
Officers tell the BBC they are overstretched and struggling to keep up with sophisticated criminals.
King Charles to write to Pope Leo after the pontiff’s lung cancer diagnosis
Currently undergoing treatment for cancer himself, Charles will privately write to the Pope
Joni Mitchell becomes US citizen: ‘A journey that began 62 years ago’
Canada-born singer-songwriter, 82, posts footage of citizenship ceremony to Instagram
‘A waste of money:’ Nothing CEO argues ‘you’re paying more and getting less’ with an iPhone Duo — but that hasn’t stopped the rise of sketchy pre-order bots
Nothing's CEO reckons the iPhone Duo's lack of features makes it bad value, while scams and sketchy bots also present risks to careless buyers.
Nvidia GPU prices spike in Japan; prices up to 41% higher than Amazon US — RTX 5060 Ti sees the biggest increase among the RTX 50-series stack
Is this a bad omen for the U.S. gamers?
Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn to meet PM to discuss brain tumours
Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn has said his meeting with Prime Minister Andy Burnham is a “unique opportunity for change”.
Grammar school headteacher 'dragged under car to his death'
Michael Mullins was cycling home from Stretford Grammar School when he was hit by a car
Her son has serious disabilities. She believes she's the best person to teach him
Katherine Walter teaches her son Will at home, even though he has serious disabilities
Yorkshire Wildlife Park tiger attack: Family slams videos as inquest set to open
The family of William Chapman, who was killed by a tiger at a wildlife park, have said “deeply offensive media content is causing them severe distress” after US President Donald Trump reposted a widely shared video of the incident.
Arson probe after fire destroys Newton Aycliffe homes leaving two women in hospital
An arson investigation has been launched after a house fire in Newton Aycliffe left two women in hospital.
Drink-driver banned after being caught on Corporation Road in Darlington
Stockton drink-driver Sean Swain Howbrigg banned for 12 months after being caught over the limit on Corporation Road. Darlington
Homeware brand set to open new Harrogate showroom
British furniture and interiors brand Neptune is set to open a new showroom in Harrogate.
North East gaming festival unveils mascot by award-winning animator
An award-winning animator and director who has worked with some of the world’s most recognisable names in television and music has designed the mascot for this year’s Animex.
Longshaw Estate: Police appeal after graffiti vandalism at popular beauty spot
Police are appealing for information after graffiti was discovered at a popular Peak District beauty spot, prompting officers to condemn the damage to the countryside.
