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Tiny UK Seaside Village With a Secret Smugglers' Past

Nestled on the North Yorkshire coast, the enchanting village of Robin Hood's Bay is a hidden gem with a rich history of smuggling, breathtaking coastal walks, and exceptional fish and chips. Discover why this spot is a must-visit UK destination.

Girl, 12, injured in musical chairs game at school

A 12-year-old girl from North Yorkshire was seriously injured during a game of musical chairs at school, suffering a concussion and bruised ribs. Her mother is now demanding a ban on the 'dangerous' playground activity.

Fury over plan to siphon water from drought-hit River Wharfe

Yorkshire Water faces a fierce backlash from residents and environmentalists over its emergency proposal to extract millions of litres from the already depleted River Wharfe, a move branded an 'ecological disaster' for the region.

Ilford Restaurant Fire: Two Arrested for Arson

London's Metropolitan Police launch an arson investigation after a major fire tears through the Indian Aroma restaurant in Ilford. Two individuals have been arrested on suspicion of deliberately starting the blaze.

Inferno at Melbourne's Queen Victoria Market

A major fire has engulfed a section of the historic Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne, with over 100 firefighters battling the intense blaze. No injuries reported as investigations begin.

Major London Restaurant Fire: Five Rushed to Hospital

Emergency services rushed to a significant fire at a restaurant on Charing Cross Road, London. Five individuals were hospitalised as over 70 firefighters worked to control the blaze. Read the latest on the incident and ongoing response.

1980s Miners Return to Picket Line in Historic Protest

Forty years after the bitter strikes that defined an era, former miners and their families have returned to the picket line in a powerful protest against the controversial 'Museum of the North' project at the National Coal Mining Museum in West Yorkshire.

Napa Valley Wildfire Forces Mass Evacuations

A rapidly expanding wildfire, the 'Hennessey Fire,' is tearing through Napa County, California, prompting urgent evacuations, threatening homes and vineyards, and casting a dense, hazardous smoke plume over the renowned wine region.

Whitby's £100 Fines for Anti-Social Campervan Tourists

The picturesque North Yorkshire coast town of Whitby introduces strict new measures to tackle campervan chaos, with immediate £100 penalties for illegal parking and anti-social behaviour as tourism pressures reach breaking point.

Bakery Blunder: Student's £4,000 Oven Nightmare

A 22-year-old bakery enthusiast nearly caused a catastrophic fire after forgetting a tray of pastries in the oven overnight. The potential £4,000 disaster was narrowly avoided, offering a stark lesson in kitchen safety.

Inferno Ravages Historic Grade II Mansion in Staffordshire

A devastating overnight fire has torn through the abandoned Grade II-listed Swinfen Hall in Staffordshire, with emergency crews battling the blaze for hours. Locals report hearing explosions as the historic 18th-century manor, already at risk, suffered ca

Inferno Engulfs Liverpool's Historic Woolton Hall

Dramatic scenes in Liverpool as a major fire rips through the iconic Woolton Hall. Over 60 firefighters tackle the blaze through the night, with the historic building's future now in doubt.

Inferno Engulfs Liverpool's Historic Woolton Hall

A major fire has torn through the iconic Woolton Hall in Liverpool, with 90 firefighters battling the huge blaze through the night. The historic building, which was undergoing renovation, suffered a partial collapse.

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