A man charged with the murder of former Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins, a convicted paedophile, has refused to leave his prison cell for a court hearing, causing dramatic delays in the high-profile case.
A Polish woman's extraordinary DNA claim about Madeleine McCann played in court as she faces stalking charges against Kate McCann. The accused insists 'you can't dispute facts' in shocking testimony.
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson could face jail time after allegedly filming defendants outside Leeds Crown Court and confronting a police officer during heated exchange.
Your complete guide to the stellar cast bringing the final chapter of the Royal Family's story to life in Netflix's acclaimed series 'The Crown'.
Kate McCann gives emotional testimony against German woman accused of systematic online harassment regarding daughter Madeleine's disappearance.
BBC Two's University Challenge faces awkward silence as both Durham and St John's College teams fail to identify basic classical compositions, leaving viewers astonished at the musical knowledge gap.
Three men have appeared before Wolverhampton Crown Court charged with the kidnap and rape of a 13-year-old girl in a case that has shocked the West Midlands. The defendants, aged 20, 19, and 18, are accused of a series of serious sexual offences.
Yorkshire secure commanding innings win over Durham as Adam Lyth's century and Matthew Fisher's bowling masterclass seal victory inside three days at Headingley.
Paul Routledge shares his stark perspective on the challenges facing Seaham, County Durham, after a survey labelled it one of Britain's worst places to live.
A court was told how a Sudanese immigrant targeted a crying student outside a nightclub, whispering 'I love you' before dragging her to a car park and subjecting her to a horrific sexual assault.
Leading UK scientists and doctors condemn Robert F Kennedy Jr's 'inaccurate and misleading' statements about the NHS made during his debate with Donald Trump, warning they threaten public health.
Leading UK scientists from Durham University have issued a stark rebuttal to Robert F. Kennedy Jr's controversial assertion that ADHD is a 'non-existent' condition, warning his remarks could cause significant harm.
The body of 26-year-old Dezi Freeman has been recovered from the River Wear, bringing a tragic end to the search for the man last seen playing a late-night 'hunt game' with friends in Durham.
A brutal and unprovoked attack by welder Liam Thorpe, fuelled by 'blind rage', left a man with catastrophic injuries including a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain. The shocking court case reveals the details of the vicious assault in Hull.
Durham University leads a controversial study backed by Cambridge and Oxford, aiming to diversify student intakes through 'contextual data', sparking debate on meritocracy in higher education.
A prisoner at HMP Frankland has been charged with murder after a fellow inmate was found dead in his cell. The victim, serving a life sentence, was discovered with serious injuries.
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is set to appear at Southwark Crown Court after an allegation dating back to June 2022. The case, managed by Westminster magistrates, proceeds as the footballer remains a key player for Mikel Arteta's squad.
Renowned consultant cardiac surgeon Habib Khan, 61, has been convicted of a series of sexual assaults against five female colleagues at a Blackpool NHS hospital, in a case that has sent shockwaves through the medical community.
A Plymouth man has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for a brutal hammer attack on a sleeping man in his own home. Joshua Hart, 29, was convicted at Bristol Crown Court for the premeditated assault.
Convicted paedophile Harry Days, who was serving a 14-year sentence for horrific abuse of a toddler, has died in HMP Durham. The 96-year-old's death marks the end of a life marred by depravity.
Police launch massive manhunt for Neal Thompson, 44, after the discovery of Dezi Freeman's body in the River Wear. Durham Constabulary urges public vigilance as search intensifies.
A convicted rapist serving a 14-year sentence issued a bone-chilling threat to his victim from the dock at Reading Crown Court, vowing to find her upon his release.
England's cricket captain Ben Stokes faces renewed injury concerns ahead of the Ashes series, with a potential recurrence of his chronic knee problem during Durham's County Championship match.
England Test captain Ben Stokes is poised for a dramatic return to County Cricket with Durham, marking his first first-class appearance since 2022 to prepare for the summer's Ashes series.
Staff at a crown court have covered a Banksy artwork depicting a judge beating a protester with a cushion, sparking debate over censorship and artistic expression in public buildings.
The mysterious disappearance of 21-year-old Dezi Freeman in County Durham sparks a murder probe. Police appeal for witnesses as community fears grow.
A major police search is underway for 34-year-old Dezi Freeman, last seen in County Durham. Authorities and family issue urgent appeals for information as concern grows.
Hampshire's Alex Lees delivered a masterful, emotional century against Durham on his return to the North East, marking a triumphant homecoming at the Seat Unique Riverside.