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Andy Burnham joins King and Queen at church service in Scotland

The Prime Minister joined Charles and Camilla at the service held at Crathie Kirk in north-east Scotland.

Mind games and a ‘toss master’: world stone skimming contest returns to Scotland after cheating scandal

More than 400 competitors battle windy conditions on Easdale, a year after tampered-with stones made headlines “Want to touch it?” Jonny Jennings asked, clutching the World Stone Skimming Championship trophy in his arms…

Gardeners asked to check outside taps for leaks before the end of September

Gardeners should consider checking on their any outside taps or leaky areas of their garden as they tend to attract a lot of noisy pests at this time of year.

The forgotten Sheffield hero whose work in the city helped save millions of lives

Sheffield scientist recorded the first treatment of 1930s wonderdrug

DWP new powers to ban UK benefit claimants from driving from October

The DWP will be able to use new powers from October to suspend the driving licences of benefit claimants as part of a major crackdown on benefit fraud and overpayments

Farage says overseas donation row ‘looks bad’ but denies Reform broke law

Robert Jenrick says party has followed legal protocol ‘at all times’ as Met police consider launching investigation Nigel Farage has acknowledged the overseas donation row engulfing Reform UK “looks bad” for his party b…

Two Greater Manchester Police officers in hospital after violence erupts in Piccadilly Gardens as 'arrested man punched in head'

Greater Manchester Police says two officers had been injured and the widely-shared clip 'does not show the full circumstances'

Motorcyclist taken to hospital with 'serious' injuries after crash in Comber

The two-vehicle crash happened on Saturday afternoon

Naan-stop recognition for family-run Indian takeaway in Linthorpe

Balti Hut, on Roman Road, has added yet more certificates to its list in 2026

Drugs accused's solicitor contacts PSNI about alleged prison van incident

Patrick Irwin's solicitor Ciaran Mulholland has requested arrangements be made for PSNI officers to take a statement from his client

‘No regrets’ for Katie Taylor after emotional Croke Park swansong

World champion planning family celebration and relaxation after victory in her final fight.

How much will Celtic miss Asian Games-bound Yang?

Yang Hyun-jun illustrated his importance to Celtic with a vital goal against St Mirren before heading off for the Asian Games.

Not the city centre - the cheapest part of Coventry to buy a flat

Figures show the cheapest and most expensive parts of Coventry to buy different types of homes - from detached houses to flats

Well-known singer among this week's Bristol funeral notices

Our thoughts are with those who have lost a loved one

CrossCountry cancels over 70 trains with Manchester to Birmingham services badly affected

CrossCountry trains said the disruption was due to 'significant constraints on train crew availability'

Urgent search for man who took 69-mile taxi trip out of Glasgow city centre

Concerns are growing for Piotr, with officers appealing to the public for information.

Police warn of risks of posting back-to-school photos

Parents need to be aware of details that can be exploited by AI tools, caution watchdogs

Prediction markets have become America’s new national pastime | Dave Schilling

My parents’ generation may have been on to something when they railed against gambling. If only George Santos had listened If only George Santos and Bill Simmons had my parents, they wouldn’t be facing down a hailstorm…

Ninja Artisan electric pizza oven review: so good it might even convert the purists

Affordable, fast-heating and with a clever air fryer function, this versatile model is a winner for outdoor cooks who are willing to give up the traditional flame • The best pizza ovens – tested • Gozney Dome Gen 2 pizz…

Air conditioners are our best bet in the fight against extreme heat – whether we like it or not

Global AC demand will inevitably accelerate as the world continues to warm amid the climate crisis The greenest campaigners against climate change have long suffered from a crippling shortcoming: they too often frame th…

I’m a father of three who studies the impact of artificial intelligence: this is what parents need to know about AI

A Dr Seuss-style story written in seconds alerted me to the power – and perils – of the technology. But how can children embrace it without forgetting core skills? When I was growing up, my dad and I often talked about…

Judge gives cloned key car thief with more than 150 convictions ‘one very last chance’ to stay out of prison

Anglian Water could be prosecuted over ‘pollution incident’ that killed 900 fish

Around 900 fish were found following the incident in September 2024

Police slow to respond to Dover protest, says council boss

The "exceptionally well organised" protest "caught several agencies on the hoof", the leader says.