Leeds Rhinos completed a remarkable comeback from 16 points down with half an hour remaining to defeat Wakefield Trinity 24-22, moving four points clear at the top of the Super League table.
NHS Tayside is investigating an alleged data breach concerning the medical records of nine-year-old Minnie Merriman, who died in Dundee following an incident in Arbroath.
Childhood vaccination rates have fallen across Britain over the last 15 years. To counter this, inventive local clinics—such as one in a vacant Keighley shopping centre unit—are bringing vaccines directly to parents to improve accessibility.
A 35-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the suspicious death of a nine-year-old girl found with serious injuries in Arbroath's Elliot Industrial Estate. The girl, from West Yorkshire, died at Ninewells Hospital, and police are not seeking further suspects.
Struggling Castleford Tigers completed an extraordinary 36-34 comeback victory against league leaders Leeds Rhinos in a thrilling West Yorkshire derby at OneBore Stadium, overcoming a 16-point deficit for only their second win in seven matches.
At HMYOI Wetherby, the UK's largest children's prison, therapy ferrets were used to kill rats due to a surge in infestation. This led to a distressing incident where a young inmate witnessed a rat being savaged and allegedly stomped to death by a senior staff member, raising concerns over child and animal welfare.
Ten years after Jo Cox's murder, her sister Kim Leadbeater fears political discourse has worsened, marked by increased intolerance, far-right unrest, and online abuse. Experts and MPs discuss the shift from economic to identity politics, amplified by social media, and the challenges of fostering constructive dialogue.
Ten years after Jo Cox's murder, her sister Kim Leadbeater fears "kinder, gentler politics" has failed, with intolerance and division worsening. Experts cite identity politics, social media, and scapegoating as key drivers. Politicians face increased threats, impacting recruitment and safety.
Jo Cox, Labour MP for Batley and Spen, was murdered by a far-right extremist on June 16, 2016, during the Brexit campaign. Her sister, Kim Leadbeater, now represents her constituency and discusses the lessons learned from the tragedy as far-right extremism becomes more mainstream.
Huddersfield University is becoming a hub for health research and tech development, attracting private sector investment. The university's innovation campus, featuring facilities like an MRI simulator and community diagnostic centre, aims to boost regional productivity and economic growth.
Lloyds Banking Group is reportedly considering axing the 173-year-old Halifax brand, sparking concern among locals in Halifax, West Yorkshire, who feel a strong connection to the institution. While some residents are indifferent, many express dismay at the potential loss of a historic local export.
Twenty individuals have received a combined 277 years in prison for child sexual abuse in West Yorkshire. The investigation, one of the largest by West Yorkshire Police, involved the grooming and rape of three vulnerable girls in Kirklees between 1995 and 2003. Sentences ranged up to 28 years.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin's late goal secured a home victory for Leeds against Brighton, potentially harming Brighton's European qualification hopes. Brighton now needs a win against Manchester United to secure a Conference League spot.
Premier League survival and European qualification battles reach critical point as Leeds can secure safety by beating managerless Burnley, while Eddie Howe faces an audition to keep his Newcastle job against Brighton. Chelsea's interim coach Calum McFarlane faces first expected win against Forest, and Tottenham's relegation fight continues under Roberto De Zerbi.
