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The Burcot car boot sale at Berinsfield Roundabout and the Witney car boot sale at Ducklington Showground will not go ahead on Sunday, November 15. The organiser, Oxfordshire Bootsale and Events Company, cited concerns about ruining the ground due to heavy rain expected from 10am. The Abingdon car boot sale at Abingdon Barracks will proceed as planned. The Met Office forecasts heavy rain across Oxfordshire from late morning into the afternoon, with temperatures reaching 9–11°C.

Police are warning Oxfordshire residents of a doorstep scam in which a man knocks on doors offering to lay gravel, tarmac or other materials at very low prices, claiming they are left over from nearby jobs. Victims have reported sudden price increases once work begins, poor-quality materials, smaller deliveries than promised, and aggressive payment demands. Police advise residents not to agree to work from cold callers and to note vehicle registrations and descriptions of those involved if approached.

AFC Fylde secured a 2-1 away victory at Eastleigh, with Luke McCormick scoring both goals for the Coasters. The win gave Fylde three valuable points on the road.

ITV's I'm A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! begins on Monday 16 November instead of its usual Sunday evening slot. The schedule change is because a Spain v England UEFA Nations League match airs on ITV1 from 7pm on Sunday 15 November, overlapping with the show's normal 9pm time slot. Fans can still watch a special feature, I'm A Celebrity - How to Survive the Jungle, before the football at 6pm.

The Angel at Hetton, a restaurant in the Yorkshire Dales, has been named one of the best in the world by La Liste with a score of 88 out of 100. The restaurant holds a Michelin Star and five AA Rosettes, and its menus 'celebrate precision, balance, and depth of flavour'. It offers six-course evening tasting menus and five-course lunch menus, along with Sunday roasts, and holds a 4.5 out of 5 rating on Tripadvisor with over 300 reviews.

A nationwide US air traffic control failure on 13 and 14 November triggered thousands of flight cancellations and delays, including disruptions to services between the UK and the United States. The outage, traced to an equipment upgrade involving the replacement of copper wiring with fibre optic cables, was the longest US nationwide ground stop in 25 years. FAA administrator Bryan Bedford said the issue had been resolved and services were expected to return to normal by the end of 15 November, though lingering disruption was expected as airlines repositioned aircraft and crew.

Erling Haaland says he is happy at Manchester City and knows little about the financial scandal the club faces. Speaking after scoring for Norway against Wales, he pointed out that the investigation covered 2009 to 2018, years when he was playing in youth football and had not yet joined City. He declined to answer further questions about the matter, describing it as a legal battle between the Premier League and City.

Aldi will cut the price of six vegetables to just 8p each from 19 to 24 December. The supermarket says customers can buy a full Christmas dinner for £1.36 per person based on a total cost of £10.85 serving eight people, including turkey, vegetables, gravy, Yorkshire puddings and stuffing mix.

The Week eight elimination for Strictly Come Dancing 2026 has been leaked online ahead of the results show on Sunday, 15 November. The leaked result has divided fans, with some complaining the wrong celebrity was eliminated whilst others thought the decision was fair. The elimination comes one week before the celebrities perform at Blackpool.

Israeli forces killed a top Hamas commander in an overnight airstrike on southern Gaza, according to Israel. Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed it struck a radar system at an American helicopter base in Bahrain, though the US military did not immediately comment. Houthi health authorities in Yemen said an airstrike on Sanaa wounded four people and blamed Saudi Arabia.

Homicide detectives have charged a 38-year-old man with murder over the shooting death of Shawn Dhu, 44, a Western Australian father and former aspiring politician. Mr Dhu was found with a fatal gunshot wound on Saturday morning at Hilltop Orchard on Scarp Road in Keysbrook after police received a triple-0 call around 8.40am. His partner and their son safely evacuated to a neighbouring property. The suspect, from Mt Richon, was arrested nearby and appeared to be known to Mr Dhu but was not family. He is not a licensed firearms holder. He is due to appear in Armadale Magistrates Court on Monday.

Flourish Craft Bakery, hidden on a Watford industrial estate, has earned recognition as one of Hertfordshire's leading bakeries. The independent venue combines a working bakery with a café and pizzeria, serving handcrafted sourdough, viennoiserie, cakes and other artisan breads. It holds a rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Tripadvisor and 4.5 stars on Google based on over 1,500 reviews, with customers praising the quality of baked goods and the inviting atmosphere.

Norwich has been named the UK's top city for Black Friday shopping in a study comparing 25 UK cities. The e-commerce personalisation platform Skubl ranked Norwich at 73.1 out of 100, based on retail choice, access to larger retail sites and household spending power. Norwich has 5.3 retail businesses per 1,000 local people, 47 per cent above the UK average and the highest density of larger retail sites among all cities surveyed. Skubl founder Cameron said the city demonstrates how 'lots of shops close together' and 'bigger stores' give shoppers 'the chance to get everything done in one trip'.

Samuel Creed, 26, a registered sex offender with 40 previous convictions, has been sentenced to two years in prison after approaching two young girls in Sudbury town centre, buying them vapes and obtaining their phone numbers. He lay on the ground pretending to be a footrest and encouraged them to put their feet on him, whilst exposing himself and sniffing their feet. He later messaged the girls saying 'age was just a number' and suggesting one lose her virginity with him. He admitted two counts of sexual communication with a child, two counts of causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity, burglary and breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order. Warren Hunsdon, 54, was separately jailed for 26 months for subjecting a woman to sustained controlling and violent abuse in Haverhill, including monitoring her movements and hiding her medication.

Police have reported 13 thefts from vehicles across the Alexandra, Westgate and St Margaret's wards in Ipswich over the past month. Many incidents occurred overnight, with offenders targeting unlocked or insecure vehicles. Stolen items include wallets, handbags, bank cards, cash, identification documents, tools, AirPods, electronic devices, an electric scooter and jewellery. In several cases, stolen bank cards were later used by offenders, causing additional financial loss to victims.

Pierremont School of Dance in Darlington raised £1,350 for the Great North Air Ambulance Service at its Pierremont Dances showcase, held over two weekends in October at Hummersknott Academy. The money came from a raffle and bucket collections. A new 'Thrillers' group made up of students' dads, uncles and brothers was a fundraising highlight.

Courts in Denbighshire, Conwy, Gwynedd and Anglesey heard cases this week of November 8 to 14. The cases involved matters that took place in or concerned defendants from those North Wales areas.

The government has announced reforms to give leaseholders new powers to challenge unfair service charges. More than three million leaseholders in England will benefit, with changes introduced in stages from April 2027 to November 2028. From April 2027, leaseholders will be able to request information about their service charges, including historical details, with landlords required to have good reason to refuse. Stronger protections will prevent leaseholders from having to pay a landlord's legal costs when challenging charges, whilst they will gain the right to recover their own legal expenses.

Drivers who notice blurred headlights or halos around lights are being urged to get their eyesight checked. Adam Aslam, director at Nevies Opticians, said such changes in vision can be particularly noticeable when driving after dark and may indicate astigmatism, a common condition where the eye is shaped more like a rugby ball than a football, causing light to focus in multiple places.

Independent senator Jacqui Lambie has warned that financial pressure is driving Australians to shoplift food they cannot afford, with shoplifting rates in Tasmania returning to pandemic levels. She told the ABC that people are taking meat and individual eggs from supermarkets because they cannot feed their families. High fuel prices and interest rate rises have squeezed household budgets.

The A19 near Hutton Sessay in North Yorkshire remains closed following a serious collision between a bus and a car that occurred shortly before 7pm on Saturday. Emergency services, including an air ambulance and fire crews from Easingwold, Northallerton and Ripon, attended the scene. North Yorkshire Police gave no details of any injuries, though social media comments from witnesses suggested people were involved and walking around the area.

The White Horse in Churton, seven miles south of Chester, is Cheshire's only Top 50 gastropub and has been saved by community action. The pub, which stands at the heart of the picturesque conservation village, is a distinctive red-brick and cream-rendered inn with tall chimneys and white-framed windows.

A four-bedroom property called Harmony House has come on the market in Leeds Road, Selby, North Yorkshire, for £735,000. The house features a swimming pool and spa area on the ground floor, which also includes a sauna and steam room, plus bedrooms, a lounge and kitchen/dining area. Outside are electric gates, a driveway, lawned garden, timber-built bar and a shepherd's hut.

The Swan in Tarporley, a hotel and restaurant on High Street, has unveiled its Christmas menu. Reviewers given early access praised the offering, highlighting pigs in blankets with cranberry sauce at £7, baked camembert with rosemary, garlic and honey at £16, and slow roasted lamb shank at £24. Other starters include king prawn cocktail, crab and salmon tian, and oxtail croquette. Staff were noted for attentive service, introducing themselves to each customer.

WNBA champion Miela Sowah made an immediate impact on her return to the WNBL, scoring 27 points including four three-pointers in Townsville Fire's 85-78 victory over UC Capitals in Canberra. The match was Sowah's 100th in the league and her first since returning from winning the WNBA title with Golden State Valkyries. Coming off the bench, Sowah led all scorers with four assists and four rebounds, helping Fire secure their fifth win of the season.

More than 900 suspected deliberate fires on open land and vegetation across North Wales between April 2014 and March 2026 have ended without a suspect being identified, according to figures released by North Wales Police under the Freedom of Information Act. Of 1,017 recorded incidents, 88 per cent resulted in investigations being completed with no suspect identified. Only 15 offenders were charged, 7 cautioned and 21 given community resolutions. Suspects ranged from children below the age of criminal responsibility to people in their 60s and 70s.

Milly Clegg scored and assisted as Wellington Phoenix defeated Sydney FC 3-1 in the A-League Women. The 21-year-old New Zealand international, who returned to the Phoenix this season after stints in the United States and Europe, set up Indiah-Paige Riley's opening goal in the sixth minute before scoring herself in the 18th. Grace Jale added a third goal in the 84th minute; Maddie Casper scored for Sydney in the 77th. Phoenix moved to fifth place with back-to-back wins.

Former Australia bowler Chadd Sayers has backed Usman Khawaja's account that the entire squad knew about ball tampering during the 2018 South Africa series, contradicting captain Pat Cummins. Sayers, who was 12th man during the series, said he helped remove sandpaper from the field and recalls discussions in the dressing room about how to reverse the ball. He claims everyone in the team was aware of the plan.

Cape Verde could elect its first woman president on Sunday as former Justice Minister Joana Rosa, backed by the opposition Movement for Democracy, challenges incumbent José Maria Neves, who is seeking a second term. Rosa is the first woman to run for president since the country's independence from Portugal in 1975. Six candidates are competing, with a runoff scheduled for 29 November if no candidate receives more than half the votes.

Saxophonist and BBC Radio 3 presenter Jess Gillam has been awarded the Freedom of her hometown, Ulverston, in recognition of being an 'incredible ambassador' for the town. The honour was presented during a performance at The Coro on 6 November, with the award nominated by former Mayor Councillor Shirley-Anne Wilson. Gillam said she felt 'so honoured' and credited the town's support for her career.

St Martins charity is calling on the public in Norwich and Norfolk to support homeless people this winter through donations, volunteering and fundraising. The charity supports around 300 people at any one time and aims to give each a Christmas gift. It is seeking volunteers for its Christmas street collection and inviting supporters to join a sponsored sleep-out at Norwich Cathedral on January 29.

Norwich City Council says its restoration of the Chapelfield Gardens bandstand has overspent by £35,000 to £45,000 after workers uncovered unexpected timber deterioration, extensive paint layers and an unmapped electricity cable during the work. The original budget was £395,000, with £315,000 from Historic England. The project completed in August, and the council says the extra costs will be covered through capital funding and savings elsewhere.

Businesses in Ulverston are being encouraged to take part in a Dickensian shop window competition ahead of the returning Ulverston Dickensian Festival on 28 and 29 November. The festival features live music, street performers, costume parades and stalls. Deputy Mayor Cllr Christine Howard will judge the competition on 27 November, awarding certificates to the winner and runner-up.

Music until 4am and toilets described as 'overflowing and unusable' feature in reviews of Lake District pop-up campsites, according to Friends of the Lake District. The charity says Pitchup.com reviews also cite poor access and lack of staff. Current rules allow fields to be used for up to 50 pitches for 60 days a year without planning permission; this increased from 28 days before 2023.

Christopher Totney, 44, of Ambleside, crashed into a wall on the A591 at Troutbeck Bridge near White Cross Bay on the evening of 29 October, then collided with an oncoming vehicle. The other driver had to swerve to avoid a head-on collision. Police found a bottle of wine in Totney's vehicle, and an officer noted he was 'absolutely leathered', could not stand and could barely speak. He provided a breath sample showing 93 micrograms of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath, nearly three times the legal limit of 35 micrograms.

Local news outlets including PlymouthLive and DevonLive publish weekly funeral notices as part of a long-standing tradition. The notices, which also appear on funeral-notices.co.uk, allow families to announce deaths and share tributes online. Notices remain permanently available for friends and families to add memories, photographs and donations in memory of the deceased.

Luna, a puppy, has joined Lake District Mountain Rescue Search Dogs to train as a scent trailing search dog with her owner and handler, Rick. The team said they wish Luna and Rick success on their training journey. The team thanked WCF Pet & Equestrian for sponsoring its work.

German Doner Kebab (GDK) in Norwich has expanded its menu with unexpected fusion items including doner meat quesadillas, burritos, spring rolls and doner-flavoured chicken nuggets. Taste testers aged 13, 18 and 48 found the dishes successful, particularly praising the quesadillas for their warm, toasted tortilla, melted cheese and balanced doner flavour. The spring rolls and other items also proved popular, delivering their traditional texture and appearance with an unexpected doner filling.

A Norwich thief has been spared prison after pleading guilty to 19 offences across Norfolk and Essex committed between March and May. Felix Ive, 21, admitted burglaries, thefts and criminal damage including stealing from John Lewis and Morrisons in Norwich, and causing £7,500 damage to windows at London Liverpool Street station. He received an 18-month suspended sentence from Basildon Crown Court after the judge heard he had struggled with alcoholism and mental health problems but has since moved back to Norfolk with his family, secured kitchen work and engaged with mental health services.

Hywel Dda University Health Board has won the Timely Care Award at the NHS Wales Awards 2026 for a project supporting early identification of patients with learning disabilities. The project uses the NHS Wales 'Purple Dot' system to raise staff awareness, standardise terminology, improve referrals and promote reasonable adjustments during hospital stays. The scheme aims to reduce health inequalities and provide personalised care.

Leo Payne, owner of Big Napa Pizza Co, has launched his Big Nap Sandos at Moss Cafe and Living on Upper King Street in Norwich and is seeking to expand across Norfolk. The toasted sandwiches are filled with mozzarella, tomato sauce and cured meats. Payne, who set up the business several years ago with business partner Leon Calder, said he aims to have the sandwiches stocked across Norfolk within a year and is in talks with other cafes in Norwich and further afield.

Terry Pegler, better known as Terry Bakes, launched his Bake Away business with drip cakes despite publicly stating he dislikes making them. The cakes, characterised by sponge layers covered in buttercream and topped with ganache dripping down the sides, became his signature offering after he was asked by a friend to make a birthday cake in 2019. The decorative style rose to prominence in the 2010s as bakers experimented with pouring ganache and coloured glazes over buttercream-covered cakes, with Australian baker Katherine Sabbath credited with helping popularise the style.

The Tivyside Advertiser and South Wales Guardian camera clubs have both published this week's best photographs from their members. The Tivyside Advertiser Camera Club, which has over 3,200 members, features images from across Cardigan including autumn leaves at Llandysul Park, evening skies and wildlife reflections. The South Wales Guardian Camera Club, with more than 1,100 members, showcases pictures from the Ammanford area including frosty mornings, church stained glass and river scenes.

Broadland District Council has delayed its decision on a 450-home development in Sprowston until 2027. Planning officers are waiting for further ecological information from the applicant, the trustees of the Richard Gurney Children's Settlement. A further consultation will be held before the application is determined.

Chris Carter, 52, of no fixed address, pleaded guilty to theft from a shop and possession of cannabis at South Cumbria Magistrates' Court. He stole four bottles of whisky valued at £178 from Morrisons in Kendal on 16 September and was found in possession of cannabis two days later. Magistrates imposed a three-week concurrent jail term and ordered him to pay £85 in court costs and a £154 victim surcharge upon his release from prison.

Russell Brand has been moved from HMP Wandsworth to category C HMP Littlehey in Cambridgeshire, five days into his 10-and-a-half-year sentence for rape and sexual assault. The prison houses male sex offenders and offers yoga, choir, origami classes, football and indoor bowls. Brand is being held in a single-person cell on E Wing and has not interacted with other inmates. Retired prison governor Vanessa Frake expressed surprise at the move to a category C prison, saying category B would have been more appropriate given the length of his sentence.

Bahrain issued two threat alerts on Sunday, the first since September, after Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed it had attacked a US military base in Bahrain with six drones targeting an air-defence radar at Al-Rifaa helicopter base. The attack was said to be in retaliation for 'hostile US actions'. There was no immediate confirmation from US or Bahraini authorities. The alert came amid ongoing regional tensions following US and Israeli strikes on Iran in February.

Australian Tyrese Proctor recorded a career-best performance for the Cleveland Cavaliers, logging his first NBA triple-double in a 127-117 home victory over the Dallas Mavericks. The 22-year-old scored 24 points, grabbed 11 rebounds and made 10 assists despite the team arriving home only on the morning of the game due to travel disruptions. Coach Kenny Atkinson praised Proctor's display as 'special'.

Filipino fast food chain Jollibee is coming to Australia after securing two franchise deals to open 35 restaurants across NSW and Victoria. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the expansion at a press conference in Manila on Sunday, saying it will create 900 direct jobs and tens of millions of dollars in investment, with thousands more jobs through supply chain effects. Jollibee chief executive Ernesto Tammantiong said the chain was proud to mark another milestone in its global expansion as it brings the brand to Australia.

One Nation in New South Wales said it would back the PEP-11 offshore gas scheme stretching from northern Sydney to Newcastle, if commercial parties could make it work. The party said it was 'pro-fossil fuel' and 'pro-technologies that will reduce the price of energy'. Surfers, MPs and environmentalists have opposed the plan. Surfers for Climate said coastal communities between Newcastle and Sydney's Northern Beaches had spent years fighting the project and won, and did not want to fight it again.

Cancer survivors, relatives and bereaved families from North Yorkshire took to the catwalk at a charity fashion show in York organised by Yorkshire Cancer Research. The event, held at the charity's new superstore, featured 15 models representing the statistic that someone in Yorkshire is diagnosed with cancer every 15 minutes. The show launched the charity's Christmas campaign across its 18 shops, with all outfits sourced from the charity's own stores. Northallerton resident Allison Whiteley, who battled breast cancer, participated to demonstrate that life continues after cancer. Her son Laurence was treated 20 years earlier for osteosarcoma and went on to win gold medals for ParalympicsGB at the Rio and Tokyo Paralympic Games.

Daniel Hall, co-founder of Australian rock band Taxiride and ARIA award winner, has died aged 48. Hall passed away unexpectedly at home in the early hours of Friday, 13 November. The Melbourne-bred band, which he co-founded in the mid-1990s alongside Tim Watson, Tim Wild and Jason Singh, announced his death on social media.

US authorities ordered a nationwide ground stop on Friday, grounding all planes across the country. The move followed a major Microsoft outage that disrupted millions of workers and reports of Silicon Valley chaos involving an AI billionaire's alleged affair with a suspected Chinese spy. The FAA lifted the ground stops by Saturday. Some travellers questioned whether multiple incidents occurring simultaneously—including a cruise ship overturning in New Orleans, drones spotted near a US air base in Britain, and a bomb found near an ethanol plant in Ohio—indicated something more serious was happening.

Southeast Asian leaders opened their annual summit in Manila on Sunday for three days of talks. The meetings will include discussions with world leaders led by U.S. President Donald Trump, who is expected to arrive on Tuesday. The talks will focus on major conflicts including the war in the Middle East, disputes in the South China Sea and a civil war in Myanmar.

Kayla Harrison retained her 135-pound championship by choking out Amanda Nunes in the fourth round of the co-main event of UFC 334 at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night, spoiling Nunes's comeback after three years away from the sport. Harrison (20-1) landed short punches and elbows throughout the fight, particularly in the first two rounds when Nunes attempted to wrestle with the two-time Olympic gold medal judo champion. In the fourth round, Harrison tripped Nunes and applied a rear naked choke to secure the submission. Harrison said after the fight: 'I think I'm still in shock.' This was Harrison's first title defence since undergoing spinal fusion surgery in January for a neck injury, which delayed the match until Saturday.

Wiltshire Council's Cabinet will consider commissioning a new county-wide Home from Hospital service from July 2027, worth up to £390,000 annually for three years, with a potential two-year extension bringing the total to £1.95 million. The service provides short-term practical and emotional support to vulnerable adults who are medically fit to leave hospital but face non-clinical barriers to returning home. It will support patients discharged from the Royal United Hospital in Bath, Great Western Hospital in Swindon, Salisbury District Hospital, and community hospitals in Chippenham, Savernake and Warminster.

A planning inspector has dismissed an appeal for development at The Low Barn in Dingle Road, Leigh, in Worcestershire. The appeal followed Malvern Hills District Council's refusal of plans for a triple garage, residential use of land, a driveway and entrance gates, walls and pillars. Inspector Gareth Sibley found the triple garage itself acceptable, with its barn-like appearance and traditional materials fitting the converted agricultural buildings. However, he rejected the light-coloured stone walls, rendered pillars topped by circular zinc copings and frosted-glass gates as incongruous with the surroundings, saying their scale and bulky appearance created a particularly prominent entrance that was appreciably larger than others nearby and had a more formal and assertive presence beside the road. Much of the scheme was retrospective, with the entrance substantially built and the change of use and driveway already carried out.

NATO is cancelling its planned leaders' summit in Albania next year and cutting back other high-level meetings amid tensions over defence spending, Iran and the war in Ukraine. Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Thursday there is 'not yet a common position on when the summit will happen, for sure not in 2027', though one could take place in Tirana in 2028. NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte downplayed the move, saying the alliance holds summits 'when we need them'. Defence ministers will not meet in October 2027, and foreign ministers have only one scheduled meeting next year instead of two.

Harrogate's Thug Sandwich Company has entered liquidation with debts exceeding £40,000, despite receiving widespread praise and high ratings. The sandwich shop, founded in 2018 by chef Daniel Bell and his partner Sophie Bell, was rated 4.8 stars on both Google and TripAdvisor. In 2022, YouTuber Danny Malin gave it the highest score he had awarded at that time, calling it the best of 200 takeaways he had visited. Daniel Bell decided to close the business in March 2025, describing it as a heartbreaking decision prompted by the unsustainability of working six days a week.

Congo's Ebola outbreak remains out of control six months after it was announced, with more than 11,000 cases recorded and nearly half proving fatal. It is the deadliest of Congo's 17 outbreaks and is on track to surpass the death toll from the West African outbreak of 2014 to 2016. Experts say there is little chance of bringing it under control within the next year.

Worcestershire's six district councils have received £731,203 from the Government's Rough Sleeping Programme for 2026/27. Worcester City Council will use its share of £1.326 million over three years, plus £375,000 from a separate innovation programme, for sleeping pods, specialist accommodation, outreach workers and mental health support. Alan Bailes, the county council's health and wellbeing cabinet member, said the council is committed to preventing homelessness.

Somerset Council has approved several planning proposals across Bridgwater and Taunton in early November 2026, including two self-build homes in Ashcott and a rural worker's residence in Chipstable. The council has also received new applications, including a proposal for up to 265 residences in North Petherton. Bloor Homes South West's request to remove visitor parking bays from a Bridgwater development was refused.

Two secondary schools in Bracknell have backed proposed government plans to prevent pupils from having mobile phones with them at all during the school day from September 2027. The Department for Education introduced statutory guidance in September 2026 requiring phones to be inaccessible during lessons, breaktimes and lunchtime. The government is now proposing to go further by banning phones from school entirely. Garth Hill College is considering alternatives such as lockers or lockable pouches and may introduce changes gradually during summer 2027. King's Academy Easthampstead Park, which has kept phones out of students' hands for several years, supports a mandatory national ban, saying it has improved the learning environment and pupil wellbeing.

Dogs Trust Cumbria is seeking adopters for Shadow, a stray Lurcher found as a stray. The charity describes him as friendly and affectionate, though initially unsure with new people and experiences. With patience, Shadow will approach people for attention and respond well to treats.

Two young men were lost on steep icy ground at Dove Crag whilst searching for the Priest Hole, a cave in the eastern fells where they planned to camp. Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team's Duty Leader guided them over the phone to safer ground after they became lost without a map or torches. Four team members then ascended to meet them with spare torches, warm clothing and first aid supplies, and walked them back to their car. The incident on November 11 lasted three and a half hours and involved five volunteer team members, beginning at 7.12pm. It was the team's 94th callout of the year.

Wellington Farm Café & Tearooms on Lamplugh Road near Cockermouth, on the edge of the Lake District, is receiving rave online reviews. The café, opened in 2005 by the Stamper family, serves homemade meals, cakes and Jersey ice cream, with views across the Cumbrian fells. Visitors can meet alpacas, llamas and other animals at the farm's free enclosure.

Planning applications have been submitted to councils across Cumbria this week. Proposals include home extensions, tree works, and new telecommunications poles. Applications also cover alterations to listed buildings, business signage changes, and various site-specific projects across the region.

Folkestone's Radnor Arms has been ranked ninth among the UK's 100 best pubs in The Good Food Guide 2026. The Victorian pub was praised for its recent renovation, global flavours and value. The Good Food Guide said the renovation had transformed it from a 'grotty backstreet boozer' into a 'super-cool, go-to place for all ages'.

Young artists and York College students will showcase artwork exploring hope in the Angels of Hope exhibition, opening at Bar Convent's Chapel and Gregory Gallery from 1 December. Organised by York charity New Visuality, the project links York and Viborg in Denmark through their shared UNESCO City of Media Arts status. The exhibition features a five-minute film combining illustrations by York College English for Speakers of Other Languages students with animation by New Visuality's young artists.

Oxford-based coffee roaster Missing Bean has launched a limited-edition Christmas coffee called The Torch to raise funds for The Porch, a charity supporting people facing homelessness in the city. For every bag sold, £1 will be donated to the charity. The two organisations have previously supported each other, with Missing Bean donating unsold bread and pastries to The Porch, but this is their first official fundraising collaboration.

Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is backing Road Safety Week, a campaign running from 15 to 21 November led by the charity Brake. The week aims to raise awareness of road collisions and promote safer behaviour. This year's theme is 'Safe people on the move', emphasising that all road users must behave responsibly and that those who can cause most harm should protect more vulnerable people.

Oxfordshire County Council has awarded a micromobility contract to Voi, allowing e-scooters to be introduced to towns including Didcot, Abingdon and Bicester. Didcot South councillor Mocky Khan has called for the Orchard Centre's pedestrianised areas to be made a no-ride zone, citing safety concerns for elderly residents, families and people with mobility difficulties. Khan said he supports geofencing technology to enforce restrictions on where scooters can operate, though he sees potential benefits for journeys between the railway station and town centre.

Several Somerset offenders have been sentenced in Magistrates' Court this week. Deanne Lewis, 32, of Bridgwater, was sentenced for drink-driving on Kirkham Street, Somerton on 8 March, receiving a £152 fine, £635 in costs and a 12-month driving ban with a three-month reduction if she completes a driving course. Oliver Bennett, 35, of Chickerell, admitted assaulting a person in Minehead on 27 February and was fined £153 with £200 in costs and a £61 surcharge. Rhy Trevelyan, 29, of Old Taunton Road, Bridgwater, admitted stealing £63.30 of groceries from Sainsbury's on 1 July and was fined £40.

Kempsey Parish Council approved £5,000 for equipment and furnishings at its IT and Youth Hub, including a projector, motorised screen and interactive touchscreen. The council also confirmed the name Pixham Park for its community land at Old Road South and Pixham Ferry Lane, and agreed to spend £5,495 on biodiversity monitoring as the site develops.

Lidl will launch its first-ever beauty advent calendar for £10 online, filled with 24 products from its Cien and Deluxe ranges valued at £90. The calendar includes items such as a LED Gua Sha facial massager worth £7.99, cleansers, serums, sheet masks, fragrances, candles and hair products. Some items are exclusive to the calendar and unavailable in stores. The calendar also contains a £20 voucher for the wider Cien beauty range. It will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis from 10am on Thursday 19 November on the Lidl website.

Westmorland and Furness Council says more than 151,000 trees have been planted towards its one-tree-per-resident goal, representing 61 per cent of its 250,000-tree target across the area. However, the council has not provided a breakdown of figures for the Lake District or South Lakes specifically.

Melbourne Primary School in York, part of the Wonder Learning Partnership, has opened a new sensory garden designed to help pupils learn through nature and outdoor experience. The garden was created with support from the Melbourne Allstars, a community football team of local dads and residents, whose fundraising was matched by NHBC. Headteacher Vicky Burdett said the garden reflects the school's commitment to practical education and is already inspiring children to connect classroom concepts with real-world applications.

Martin Ledger, a York musician, will perform The Music of Dire Straits – An Orchestral Celebration at York Barbican on September 4, 2027, with his tribute band Alchemy and a specially assembled orchestra. The show represents his most ambitious project to date.

Seventy-seven per cent of Oxford residents are satisfied with their local area, according to Oxford City Council's latest survey of 343 residents. Satisfaction with the council's running has risen to 61 per cent, outpacing the national average of 51 per cent. However, residents identified housing, infrastructure and anti-social behaviour as areas needing improvement.

Oxfordshire residents can win £1,000 in high street vouchers and a Christmas party by entering a nationwide competition run by bowling company Tenpin searching for Britain's Most Festive Street. Entrants submit photos of their street's decorations. The competition aims to celebrate community spirit and encourage neighbourly connections.

Whitehaven's Royal Oak pub, which has operated since at least 1858, closed in January 2023 and is now heading to auction with a £60,000 guide price. The three-storey property on King Street was sold for £65,000 in October 2024 but is being offered £5,000 below that figure. The building contains a traditional bar on the ground floor with a beer store and toilets, and private living accommodation on the upper floors.

Somerset garden centres have unveiled festive attractions for Christmas, with displays featuring miniature villages, animated characters and seasonal decorations. Monkton Elm Garden Centre has created its largest Lemax Christmas village, covering 161 square feet with miniature buildings and illuminated scenes, and is holding Breakfast with Santa events between November 21 and December 24. Otter Garden Centres has redesigned its Christmas shops across multiple branches in Whitchurch, Taunton and Wincanton, with themed collections including Woodland Tales, Frosted Lake and Santa's Bakery, alongside singing penguins and Gruffalo characters. Brimsmore Gardens on Tintinhull Road offers themed areas filled with lights and decorations. All three centres provide seasonal food and gift shopping alongside their festive displays.

Somerset Council has been urged to prioritise its share of additional funding towards homeless armed forces veterans. Chancellor John Healey announced £432m in October to tackle rough sleeping across the country. Councillor Mark Healey argued that veterans experiencing homelessness face distinct challenges linked to combat trauma and PTSD, and called for the council to fulfil its commitment under the Armed Forces Covenant.

Oxford Health and the HOPE Thames Valley Adult Eating Disorders Provider Collaborative have been shortlisted in the Mental Health Innovation of the Year category at the HSJ Awards 2026 for their Step Care service. The programme delivers intensive support for adults with severe eating disorders and offers an alternative to hospital admission where appropriate. A peer-reviewed evaluation found that 91 per cent of patients completed treatment and 74 per cent on the admission-avoidance pathway remained out of hospital, with over £4 million in estimated cost savings since 2023.

Malvern Hills District Council has approved plans to refurbish Lady Foley's Tearoom at Great Malvern Railway Station after it closed in October 2023. Centenary Lounge, which operates cafes at other railway stations including Moor Street in Birmingham, has been given permission to fit out the historic tearoom on Platform 1.

Cadbury World in Bournville is launching its Christmas events on November 21 with a new live stage show, Santa's Christmas Bake-Off, where guests can join Santa in festive preparations. The attraction will also receive a full seasonal makeover with new decorations and theming created by the team behind Warwick Castle's Christmas decorations. The Christmas Celebration Weekends will run on weekends from November 21 to December 20, as well as December 21 to 24, and will include a Secret Santa postal service and afternoon teas.

The Northwich & Winsford Guardian and Warrington Guardian publish weekly death notices and funeral announcements from families of those who have died. The notices appear in print and online as lasting tributes, allowing people to send messages of condolence on the deceased's notice pages.

Bicester Autism, an Oxfordshire charity supporting approximately 1,000 families, has been awarded The King's Award for Voluntary Service 2026. The honour, equivalent in status to an MBE, is the highest award given to local voluntary groups in the UK and is announced annually on King Charles III's birthday. Hayley Collier, chair of the charity, said the award belongs to the volunteers, many of whom are parents of autistic children themselves, and expressed hope it would help reach more families.

Broughton Road in Banbury will close overnight from 7pm on Monday 16 November until 8am on Tuesday 17 November for pre-surface dressing works. MGroup Transport will carry out the preparation work, which involves essential repair and preparation of the road surface before the application of bitumen binder and stone chippings. A diversion will be in place via Banbury, Bloxham, Milcombe, Tadmarton and Broughton.

Symoun Genobatin, a chef at Whitewater Place in Odiham, has been named National Chef of the Year at the Barchester Care Awards 2026. He beat dozens of nominees from Barchester's 272 care homes after progressing through divisional cook-offs and the national final. Almost 6,000 nominations were submitted for this year's awards.

Online retailer Lovehoney has released its 2026 Sex Map of the UK, which ranks towns and cities by purchases of sexual wellness products per capita. Evesham, a historic market town in Worcestershire, ranks highest in the county and 40th overall in the UK. The map uses 12 months of sales data mapped against population figures, covering 691 towns and cities, with no personal data used in the calculations.

Several people have recently been sentenced at Worcestershire magistrates' courts for traffic and violent offences. A 28-year-old from Newport admitted speeding at 70mph on the M50 while uninsured and received a £240 fine and six-month driving ban. Others were fined for speeding offences on the M50 and A4103, with one receiving a £666 penalty. Two people were convicted of assault, including one who received a community order with a 12-week electronically monitored curfew and £300 compensation.

T-Cypher Bio, which develops T cell receptor-based therapeutics, has moved its headquarters to Barton House at Abingdon Science Park in Oxfordshire. The purpose-built facility, delivered by Kadans Science Partner, will house the company's work on novel immune engager therapies targeting solid tumours and autoimmune disease. Chief executive Sarah Leonard said the expanded tissue culture space was critical for the in-vitro work needed for clinical development studies.

Richard D'Oyly Carte, a Victorian theatre manager, agent and hotelier, is being commemorated with a blue plaque on a north London villa. He built the Savoy Hotel and Theatre, owned Claridge's and The Berkeley, and commissioned the operetta partnership between W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan that produced H.M.S. Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance and The Mikado.

Aldi's Specially Selected range has been crowned Own Label Range of the Year at the Quality Food Awards for the second year running, beating rivals including M&S, Waitrose and Sainsbury's. The discount supermarket won 17 medals in total, including three golds for its Premium Wagyu Denver Steaks, Gastro Mac & Cheese and Lightly Smoked Scottish Salmon Fillets. Judges assessed products on ingredients, taste, aroma, packaging and value for money.

The North Wales Regional Transport Plan, developed by Ambition North Wales and engineering firm Arup, has been shortlisted for a major industry award. The plan is a finalist in the Collaboration category at the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) Cymru Wales Awards 2026. It is the first statutory transport plan for North Wales, covering 2025 to 2030, and was developed with input from six local authorities, Eryri National Park Authority, Transport for Wales and the Welsh Government.

The Fanny Talbot, a Michelin-recommended gastropub in North Wales, has been named one of the best places in the UK for a Sunday roast by Muddy Stilettos. Described as 'seriously good value' and a 'go-to' for locals, the restaurant is run by MasterChef: The Professionals finalist Owen Vaughan and offers 'fine dining without the faff'. Muddy Stilettos praised its roast trimmings, including golden roast potatoes, roasted parsnips and carrots, and cauliflower cheese.

The Oxford Mail and Oxfordshire Guardian have published an archive picture gallery of driving tests in Oxfordshire spanning several decades. The collection features candidates, examiners and instructors, documenting moments of people passing and failing the test. Long waiting times for test appointments have been a recurring complaint, with would-be drivers raising concerns as far back as at least 2004, when Anita Weller of Oxford expressed frustration at her long wait for an appointment.

Brian Busby, 89, and David Minchin, 90, have been reunited at Lyndhurst care home in Goring, South Oxfordshire, after not seeing each other since they were schoolboys. The pair last saw each other when they were 10 years old and had both attended Goring Primary School on Wallingford Road. They now enjoy a daily pint of Guinness together and conversations about old times, sitting together for meals and watching documentaries.

Whitehaven's annual Christmas lights switch-on took place in the town centre as families gathered at the Market Place for festive entertainment and community celebrations. Businessman and community volunteer Gerard Richardson had been due to switch on the lights but was unable to attend due to ill health. The event, organised by Whitehaven Town Council, went ahead as planned with visitors enjoying the festive atmosphere as the Christmas lights illuminated the historic market area.

More than 230 people filled St Lawrence Parish Church in York for the licensing of Fr Michael Brydon as priest-in-charge during a service of Choral Evensong. The Bishop of Beverley, Stephen Race, conducted the licensing, whilst the Bishop of Selby, Flora Winfield, preached the sermon. The congregation included the Lord Mayor of York, Councillor Margaret Wells, and her Consort Trevor Gant. Fr Brydon said he was 'privileged' to serve the congregation. He previously worked as Chaplain to the Bishop of Sodor and Man and as Priest-in-Charge of St Matthew's in Douglas, Isle of Man.

Elliott Day, 41, of Oxford, has been jailed for more than five years at Oxford Crown Court after pleading guilty to 12 offences involving the sexual abuse of children and distribution of indecent images. Day was the administrator of a paedophile website where such images were distributed. Police attended his home in June 2023 after indecent images were uploaded to Instagram, and his devices revealed thousands of images and videos, including first-generation images he had taken himself.

Several motorists have appeared before courts in Carlisle and Workington this November for drink-driving, drug-driving and dangerous driving offences. Lewis Naisbitt, 19, from Middlesbrough, was jailed for 14 months after admitting dangerous and disqualified driving following a police pursuit in which he reached 100mph in a 30mph zone. He was also banned from driving for two years and must pass an extended test. Mohammed Moeen, 28, was banned from driving for 12 months after admitting drug-driving on the M6, with levels of THC more than four times the legal limit, and was fined £370. Shaun Thomason, 36, of Maryport, was banned for three years after pleading guilty to driving with cocaine above the legal limit and was fined £140.

Corpus Christi College has purchased Moberly Close, a 37-bedroom student housing site off Cowley Road in Oxford, from St Stephen's House for significantly above the guide price. The property comprises 14 apartments and four terraced houses on a 0.7-acre site. Luke Webster, bursar of Corpus Christi College, called it a 'once-in-a-generation purchase' that will enhance the college's academic and residential offerings.

Canova, a fashion accessory and handbag shop on Newborough in Scarborough, has announced it will close permanently later this year. The shop initially announced an October 16 closure date with a half-price sale, but new signs indicate it will reopen from 16 November for a final clearance sale running until Christmas.

Thames Valley Police arrested six people and seized illegal goods during Operation Machinize, a national month of action against criminal activity on high streets. The operation targeted cash-incentive businesses suspected of money laundering. Authorities recovered tobacco, single-use vapes, cash, illegally supplied prescription medication, electronic goods, alcohol and counterfeit items, and issued formal notices for fire safety concerns and trademark offences.

Passengers face major disruption on Sunday as maintenance work closes railway lines through Wimbledon for the entire day. Several South Western Railway routes from London Waterloo will not run, whilst others will start further down the line or operate to revised timetables. Replacement buses will run through the area.

Little Malvern and Welland Parish Council has agreed to support calls for a pedestrian crossing at Spitalfields between the school and parish hall, amid road safety concerns. County councillor Tom Wells told the meeting on 19 October that he intended to lobby for the crossing, and council members agreed to write in support. The A449 near British Camp is expected to remain closed well into 2027 due to the complexity of the work.

Photography by Edina in York is launching the '40 OVER 40' campaign to celebrate women over 40 through professional portraits. Owner Edina White is offering each of the 40 selected participants a complimentary portrait session and a free printed portrait. The campaign culminates in an art exhibition showcasing all 40 portraits.

Swindon Borough Council will gradually reduce David Walliams books from its library shelves following allegations of sexual misconduct reported by the Guardian and ITV News. Two women alleged they were groomed by the comedian and children's author when they were 15. Walliams denies the allegations, stating he is not a sexual predator and has not broken the law. The council will not remove books outright but says demand has 'fallen sharply' and will stock fewer copies; staff are also removing Walliams works from children's reading lists and promotional material. The BBC is reviewing programmes featuring or written by Walliams, and his literary agency has dropped him.

Many landlords want to exit the buy-to-let market due to increased taxes and regulations, but cannot sell without facing significant financial losses. From April, landlords will face a four percentage point rise in income tax on rental income, following years of other burdens including mortgage interest relief restrictions and higher borrowing costs. The Renters' Rights Act has also introduced new obligations including banning no-fault evictions and limiting rent increases to once yearly. Flat prices have fallen 2 per cent in cash terms over the past year, making it harder to sell profitably.

East Oxford Community Centre and Donnington Community Food Garden have received Highly Commended awards in the Community Impact category at the Oxford Preservation Trust Awards 2026. The awards celebrate excellence in conservation, design and community improvement across Oxford. Susan Brown, leader of Oxford City Council, said the projects demonstrate 'commitment to enhancing the city for residents now and in the future'.

Amanda Rogers, formerly headteacher of South Stoke Primary School near Wallingford, admitted driving under the influence of cannabis on her way to work in November 2024. She pleaded guilty at Reading Magistrates' Court to driving with THC levels of 3.7 micrograms per litre, exceeding the legal limit. Rogers was fined £269, banned from driving for 12 months and ordered to pay a £108 victim surcharge. A Teaching Regulation Agency professional conduct panel found she had breached professional standards by failing to uphold public trust, but she avoided a teaching ban.

The Double Red Duke in Clanfield, a 17th-century coaching inn, has been recognised as Oxfordshire's best place for a Sunday roast by lifestyle guide Muddy Stilettos. It is the only venue from the county included in the guide's UK-wide ranking. The restaurant's Sunday lunch menu is small but described as 'mighty', with dishes including rotisserie pork with crackling, beef and wood-fired beetroot rice. Meals cost from £25 per person and the restaurant has a 3.5 out of 5 rating on Tripadvisor from 40 reviews.

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust hosted its second Violence Prevention and Reduction Summit on 22 October, bringing together NHS colleagues, Thames Valley Police, mental health professionals and partners to discuss how to protect staff and improve safety. Yvonne Christley, chief nursing officer at OUH, said the organisation is 'deeply committed to tackling violence and aggression' and noted the trauma it causes staff and its impact on patient care. The summit featured presentations on OUH's No Excuses campaign and discussions on violence within the nursing workforce, technology in prevention, and trauma-informed approaches. Attendees praised the event as an informative networking opportunity.

Scottish poet Len Pennie, known for her 'Scots Word of the Day' videos with over 655,000 followers, will make her debut performance in York on December 5. The award-winning poet, whose collections Poyums and Poyums Annaw became Sunday Times bestsellers, will headline Say Owt's final poetry event of the year at Rise, Bluebird Bakery in Acomb. York-based performer Sylvia Marie will support her. The event is part of York Disability Week, with doors opening at 7.30pm.

The Hatch, a country pub on London Road to the east of Basingstoke, ranks highest on Tripadvisor among the town's pubs. The Wheatsheaf on Winchester Road ranks second, praised for traditional pub food and fish and chips. The Crown and The Oak on Oakridge Road both hold perfect five-star Tripadvisor scores, with reviewers highlighting their Sunday lunches and roasts respectively.

Communities secretary Angela Rayner has approved full planning permission for an asylum seeker detention facility at MoD Bicester in Oxfordshire, which will have capacity to house 1,256 detained male asylum seekers. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said the decision was a 'betrayal' of local women and criticised the Government for ignoring community concerns. The police and crime commissioner for Thames Valley was among 3,177 objectors who raised safety worries about the isolated location.

Businesses across Yorkshire are being urged to take part in a quarterly survey tracking local economic conditions. The survey aims to identify the challenges and opportunities facing companies of all sizes and sectors, covering issues including recruitment, rising costs, investment, sales and confidence. Organisers emphasise that a high number of responses will make findings more representative of the regional economy.

The Oxford Urban Nature Map was launched on 19 November to help residents discover the city's hidden green spaces, rivers, meadows and woodlands. Created by social enterprise Urban Good, the map includes parks, nature reserves and walking routes. The reverse features the Oxford Urban Nature Atlas, an illustrated guide with seasonal exploration ideas and ways to help nature thrive through gardening and volunteering. The map costs £9 and is available online and through independent retailers.

Andrew Heath, who previously served as president of Rolls-Royce Energy, has been appointed chair of Oxford-based autonomous vehicle technology firm Oxa. He replaces Clive Scrivener, who stepped down after 12 years as non-executive chair and will now lead SHIFFT, a logistics joint venture between Oxa and Dubai Future Foundation. Paul Newman, Oxa's founder and chief executive, said Heath's experience in building major industrial technology businesses would be valuable as the company scales its autonomous technology.

Rebecca Amor, 52, of London, was fined £40 in court on 8 September for driving at 59mph on the M4 junction 19 eastbound on 30 November last year, when a temporary 50mph speed restriction was in force. She was also ordered to pay a £16 surcharge and given three penalty points.

Arch Manning led No. 8 Texas to a 22-21 victory over No. 24 LSU with a 4-yard touchdown pass to Raleek Brown with 3 seconds remaining. The win kept Texas in contention for a College Football Playoff spot and virtually eliminated LSU. Manning completed 19 of 35 passes for 174 yards with one touchdown and three interceptions, but engineered a crucial final drive from Texas's own 42-yard line while trailing 21-16 with 2 minutes 19 seconds left, converting three third downs to set up the winning score.

A former Wiltshire Police officer, Mair Pugh, has been found guilty of gross misconduct after using her position to access police databases to look up information about members of her own family. An accelerated hearing at Gablecross Police Station in Swindon on 28 September found two of six allegations against her were true. Wiltshire Police said that if she had still been serving, she would have been dismissed without notice.

Chloe Tryon's aggressive batting has ended Sydney Sixers' undefeated start to the WBBL season, lifting Melbourne Renegades to a thrilling final-ball win on Sunday at North Sydney Oval. Ashleigh Gardner's 55 had piloted Sixers to 6-152, but Tryon struck 43 from 23 balls to guide Renegades to victory. Renegades captain Sophie Molineux scored 38 to restore her team's hopes after they crashed to 4-44 in response.

Hundreds of Wiltshire farmers could benefit from a £2 million government-backed scheme aimed at making farms more resilient while improving nature, soil and water quality. Wiltshire Council has been notified of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs' intention to award £1,999,537.84 from its Farmer Collaboration Fund. The three-year programme would initially involve more than 600 farms belonging to 26 farmer-led groups, working across 176,500 hectares, with potentially 800 farmers benefiting by 2030.

Louisville beat North Carolina 16-14 after a late interception sealed the victory. A brawl broke out as the Cardinals took a final knee, with both benches clearing onto the field. The altercation involved pushing and shoving across multiple areas of the field, and officials' attempts to control the situation with whistles and penalty flags proved ineffective.

TransWilts, a community rail partnership, is calling for memories and photographs of life on Wiltshire's railways for its Faces On The Line project. The exhibition will share the history of stations and rail lines in Swindon, Westbury, Warminster, Melksham, Dilton Marsh, Pewsey and Bedwyn, opening in 2027. Sophie Martin, the partnership's community manager, said that railways hold personal significance for generations, from school journeys to family holidays and daily commutes, and the project aims to capture these stories before they are lost.

Police are searching for a man believed linked to multiple car thefts and a service station robbery. The public has been urged not to approach him.

Residents have raised 140 objections to Bloor Homes' proposal for up to 1,200 homes off Foxhall Road, to be considered by East Suffolk Council. Concerns centre on traffic congestion, pressure on GP surgeries and schools, and loss of countryside. Objectors warn that the development could add thousands of vehicles to already congested roads, particularly around the A12/Foxhall Road roundabout and junctions with Dobbs Lane and Bell Lane.

Wiltshire Council's Cabinet will discuss plans to use cameras to enforce rules against lorry drivers who ignore weight limits, banned turns and bus gates, with penalties of £70 (reduced to £35 if paid within 14 days). The council was granted the powers in 2024 but is still establishing which locations to target. There is currently no identified budget to install the system, though town and parish councils could pay for enforcement themselves.

Usman Khawaja has stood by the claims in his autobiography Sabr about Australian cricket's sandpaper scandal, telling reporters at Sydney Airport that 'what I wrote in my book is the truth'. Pat Cummins held an hour-long press conference on Friday rejecting Khawaja's allegations, labelling them 'complete and utter nonsense'. Cummins denied that the entire team knew sandpaper was being used illegally on the field before Cameron Bancroft was caught using it, saying 'I did not know that was happening'.

The first AI Music Awards ceremony took place in downtown Los Angeles on Friday, celebrating people who created songs at least partly using AI. The field has sparked criticism and lawsuits whilst gaining millions of streams and landing on music charts. Winners argued that AI-created music should be viewed as a new genre requiring real-life artistry and hours of prompting. The top award went to Xania Monet, an AI-generated avatar, whose R&B song 'How Was I Supposed to Know?' was the first by an AI-based act to reach one of Billboard's radio charts. Monet was created by Telisha 'Nikki' Jones, who wrote the lyrics and used AI to set them to music.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducted 18 musicians at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Saturday, 14 November 2026. The class included Luther Vandross, an R&B singer known for his love songs in the 1980s and 1990s, who was inducted by Oprah Winfrey. MC Lyte, the first female rapper to release a full solo album, was honoured with the Early Influence Award and accepted the award in person. Sade, a British band fronted by a Nigerian-born singer, was also inducted, though did not attend the ceremony.

Residents across York are offering spare rooms to help youths at risk of homelessness. The youth homelessness charity SASH (Safe and Sound Homes) is working with around 20 trained households to provide emergency accommodation for 16 to 25-year-olds. Nick Tilney, placement manager at SASH, said the hosts are 'ordinary people who do an exceptional thing', and the charity continues to support young people after they are housed to help prevent future homelessness.

Andy Beech was made homeless at 18 after family relationships broke down. The charity SASH connected him with a volunteer host who provided emergency accommodation in Scarborough within three hours. With stable housing and support, Beech rebuilt his confidence, found work as a chef, and now owns vegan restaurants Junk Soul York and Junk Soul Beverley. He said SASH 'gave me a safe place to stay that first night, but also the stability and support I needed to start moving forward'.

Australia's Jillaroos retained their Rugby League World Cup title with a dominant 34-10 victory over New Zealand's Kiwi Ferns at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium. The Jillaroos secured their fourth consecutive World Cup title, with winger Jaime Chapman scoring a hat-trick in the first half and 13 tries across the tournament, breaking the individual World Cup record. The match was also part of a trans-Tasman day of finals, with the men's Kangaroos meeting the Kiwis later the same day.

U2 opened the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Saturday night, performing their new single Silencio and their 1984 classic Pride (In the Name of Love). The ceremony inducted artists including Billy Idol, Phil Collins, Sade, New Order, Luther Vandross and Iron Maiden. Several inductees did not attend: Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher is performing in Britain while his brother Liam said award ceremonies 'freak me out', Iron Maiden is touring Australia, and Sade opted out. Phil Collins is expected to appear but cannot perform due to health reasons.

Young Australians are burning out faster than any previous generation, with insurers fearing a permanent mental health-driven exodus from the workforce. Ninety per cent of Gen Z report experiencing burnout, with young professionals describing greater pressure to achieve. Workers cite financial strain and demanding schedules, with some balancing multiple jobs and education.

Saudi Arabia says it has intercepted two Houthi ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh and three drones in the kingdom's oil-rich Eastern Province. The Iran-aligned Houthis, who control most of Yemen's populous areas, have intensified attacks on the Saudi capital in recent days.

A UPS flight and a Copa Airlines flight collided while taxiing at Miami International Airport on Saturday night. The Copa flight had just arrived from Panama City. Audio from air traffic control captured the UPS pilot saying 'Somebody hit us', with the controller asking if they had hit the other aircraft. The pilot confirmed they had gone too far and been clipped by the other plane's wing. Two passengers on the Copa flight reported back pain, but officials told the Daily Mail that nobody was injured and airport operations were not affected.

A planning application to demolish the derelict Primitive Methodist Chapel on Mill Hey near Haworth has been submitted to Bradford Council. The building, constructed in 1870, is not listed but has been described as a very important local landmark. Outline permission is being sought for demolition and construction of six three-bedroom cottages in its place.

French police detained 219 people during protests against the high cost of living and for better education. Around 106,000 people demonstrated nationwide, with 24,000 in Paris alone, across 137 protest events. Incidents including rubbish bins set alight and objects thrown at police were reported in Marseille, Grenoble and Lyon. The Interior Ministry said the situation remained manageable overall, though the figure was down from 146,000 participants the previous weekend. Trade unions have called for a strike on Tuesday.

Yellow cold health alerts have been issued for parts of England as frosty conditions persist. The UK Health Security Agency issued the alerts for the North West, West Midlands and Yorkshire and The Humber, in place from 9pm Sunday until 9am Thursday, meaning weather conditions could increase healthcare service use and raise the risk to vulnerable people. Paul Coleman, consultant in Public Health at the UKHSA, said cold weather can seriously affect those aged 65 and over and those with pre-existing health conditions, urging people to check on vulnerable friends, family and neighbours and to heat frequently used rooms and dress warmly.

Tens of thousands of people have marched through more than 30 cities and towns across Portugal in the largest protest yet against soaring housing costs. Participants, ranging from teenagers to retirees, marched under the slogan 'We won't let them steal our right to housing', with some activists camping in central squares in Lisbon and Porto. Activists are calling for rent increase caps, greater legal protection for tenants against eviction, and more affordable housing. House prices in Portugal have risen 61 per cent relative to incomes between 2015 and 2025, the largest jump in the European Union.

Tim McGraw was unable to travel to Phoenix to perform Friday at the Hondo Rodeo Fest following a nationwide FAA ground stop. The festival is offering complimentary Sunday tickets at Chase Field to all Friday ticket holders, with Sunday's lineup featuring Parker McCollum and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Friday ticket holders can claim equivalent-value Sunday tickets at thehondorodeofest.com/help by 7am on Sunday, 15 November.

Jason Moloney secured performance of the night in his Zuffa Boxing debut, outclassing Mexico's Andreas Teran on points to move to 30-4. All three judges awarded him at least seven of the ten rounds. The 35-year-old former WBO bantamweight champion is now ranked second in the WBO and WBC rankings, fourth in the IBF standings. His camp is pushing for a Zuffa card in Australia to give him a world title shot, potentially at home alongside his twin brother Andrew, who became IBF super-flyweight champion this year. The pair have never been world champions simultaneously.

Katherine Deves, an anti-transgender campaigner who unsuccessfully ran for the Liberals in the federal seat of Warringah in 2022, has been announced as a One Nation candidate for New South Wales's upper house in the March state election. Ms Deves said she was not retreating from her previous stances, telling reporters the public needed representatives who would 'speak clearly' on controversial issues. One Nation has never sent more than two candidates to the NSW upper house in a single election, and Ms Deves is likely to be no higher than third on the party's ticket.

A ground stop at Phoenix Sky Harbor airport has ended, but cancellations and delays continue to disrupt travel. In the last 24 hours, 134 flights were cancelled and 132 delayed. Some travellers are driving home instead of flying.

American golfer Lindy Duncan shot a one-under 69 in windy conditions at The ANNIKA in Belleair, Florida, on Saturday to take a one-shot lead at 13 under for the tournament. Her bogey-free round, which included 17 pars, was designed to manage difficult weather. Duncan is still not eligible for next week's season-ending Tour Championship, though a strong finish could help her qualify. Three Australians remain in contention: Grace Kim (tied 26th), Cassie Porter and Karis Davidson (tied 30th), all looking to secure spots in the final event.

The Big Ten has announced that Nebraska will play Ohio State on Saturday, November 21, at Memorial Stadium, with kickoff at 11 a.m. Central. The game will be broadcast on Fox, with radio coverage on the Huskers Radio Network. After this match, Nebraska has one regular-season game remaining against Iowa on Friday, November 27.

A Wolverhampton brewery is releasing a new lager by the end of November that celebrates the industrial heritage of the West Midlands. The beer pays tribute to the region's pioneering industrial spirit.

A coalition of 57 countries committed to ending fossil fuel dependence is proceeding despite the withdrawal of Colombia, one of its founding members. The coalition was launched in Colombia's coastal city of Santa Marta in April and is now preparing to unveil new national plans at United Nations climate talks in Turkey. Ireland and Tuvalu are taking over leadership from Colombia and the Netherlands, with a second international conference planned for July 2027.

A visitor attended a West Midlands falconry centre and watched eagles and owls. Witnessing the birds' speeds, agility and precision proved an enjoyable experience.

Multiple ice-skating rinks are available for visitors across the West Midlands during the festive season. Local outlets have identified several venues as popular destinations for winter skating.

Seven National Trust places in the West Midlands are recommended for Christmas visits with family and loved ones, offering festive attractions for a day out.

A Birmingham hotel has launched a new festive afternoon tea featuring high quality food and drink with a festive twist. The service offers a range of items reimagined for the festive season.

Top-ranked Nebraska defeated Iowa 3-0 in volleyball on Saturday, with the Huskers honouring their record-breaking senior class of Harper Murray, Andi Jackson, Bergen Reilly and Laney Choboy. The seniors have won a conference championship in each of their four years on campus and compiled a 126-6 record. Nebraska improved to 27-0 overall and 16-0 in Big Ten play, closing the regular season on Tuesday against Minnesota.

Independent senator Jacqui Lambie has warned Australia will 'have to make some very big decisions in the next 12 months' about Taiwan after Chinese President Xi Jinping declared 'complete reunification' an 'unwavering historical mission'. Lambie questioned whether Australia would intervene militarily if China moved against the self-governing island. The warning follows China's unannounced drills in which it encircled Taiwan with warships and military aircraft, the largest such exercises in the region.

Levi Curry, a 15-year-old football player at Eagle River High School in Anchorage, Alaska, collapsed during a routine gym class on 5 November after suffering cardiac arrest. He was given CPR and taken to Providence Hospital, where he was declared brain dead that evening. His parents said he had been born with a heart condition but had undergone surgery that had largely resolved it.

Repairs have begun on the conservatory at Joslyn Castle in Omaha, Nebraska, which has been closed to the public for about a decade. The conservatory's wood frame is rotted, the roof leaks, and water seeps into the basement, making it unsafe for visitors. The work is funded by a National Park Service grant and several foundations, with the project costing more than one million dollars.

The Reserve Bank of Australia raised the cash rate to 4.85 per cent in November, its highest level in 18 years, but three of nine board members voted against the move. Governor Michele Bullock said further hikes could not be ruled out. Minutes from the meeting will be released Tuesday, followed by labour force data on Thursday, which may clarify whether another rate increase is forthcoming.

Hamas has confirmed that Samir Abu Younis, the 53-year-old commander of its Rafah brigade, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Saturday in the al-Mawasi area of Khan Younis in southern Gaza. Israel's military said it had targeted a senior Hamas commander in a drone strike. The attack wounded two others who were sheltering in a tent and were taken to Nasser Medical Complex. GB News reports that Abu Younis had helped plan the October 7 attack and had joined Hamas's armed wing in 1991.

A 35-year-old man has been charged after allegedly threatening a 94-year-old woman with a machete during an armed break-in at her Evans Head home in NSW's Northern Rivers region. The woman woke to find an armed man in her bedroom who allegedly demanded money and threatened her with violence while searching the property. A neighbour called police after the woman was able to notify them, and officers arrested the man on Woodburn Street. He has been refused bail and is expected to appear in court on Sunday.

The Princess of Wales will join Prince William in India for his Earthshot Prize awards ceremony in Mumbai during a three-day visit starting Monday. For Kate, it marks her most high-profile overseas trip since undergoing chemotherapy for cancer in 2024. She is now in remission but says the illness still impacts her life.

No. 6 Indiana defeated No. 15 USC 27-13 on Saturday in Bloomington. Quarterback Grant Wilson threw two touchdown passes in his first start, with Khobie Martin adding a 1-yard touchdown run. The Hoosiers recorded two late interceptions to secure the victory and improve to 9-1. USC, which needed the win to keep playoff hopes alive, managed only one touchdown in five red-zone attempts.

Australian auction clearance rates have fallen to 44 per cent across capital cities, their lowest level since the early COVID-19 pandemic period of April 2020. Sydney's rate dropped below 50 per cent for the first time in spring, whilst Melbourne's fell 11 percentage points to 47.8 per cent. Ray White executive Thomas McGlynn attributed the slump to rising interest rates and reduced buyer competition, noting that buyers were 'doing so with a different level of urgency and a greater willingness to walk away'.

Andy Burnham faces a major backbench rebellion as up to 75 Labour MPs have signed a letter opposing the Rosebank oilfield development. The MPs warn that approving the project, located about 80 miles northwest of Shetland, would damage the UK's credibility as a global climate leader and make it harder to meet the 2050 net zero target. One parliamentary private secretary to a cabinet minister has said they would resign if the project is approved, stating the government underestimates how strongly people feel about climate change.

Georgia defeated Missouri 48-21 to reclaim the top ranking in college football. Running back Nate Frazier scored three touchdowns and quarterback Gunnar Stockton accounted for two scores as the Bulldogs raced to a 31-point lead in the first half. The victory comes a month after Georgia's shocking home loss to unranked Auburn while ranked No. 1.

Modern firearms deer season began in Kentucky on Saturday and runs through 29 November. Hunters and those accompanying them must wear solid, unbroken hunter orange on their head, back and chest. West Virginia and Ohio also have deer seasons underway.

Mathematician and broadcaster Hannah Fry, 42, was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2020 after delaying a cervical screening for months. Cancerous cells were found during the screening, and tests revealed the cancer had spread to her lymphatic system. She underwent a hysterectomy and has now received a five-year clear, describing herself as 'unbelievably lucky'.

The Princess of Wales will join Prince William in India from Monday for the sixth annual Earthshot Prize awards ceremony, marking her first major overseas trip since announcing her cancer diagnosis in March 2024. She was treated and declared in remission in January 2025. The couple will spend three days in Mumbai celebrating innovation, sustainability and youth leadership, with the awards ceremony on Tuesday awarding £1 million to winners in five categories. This is the couple's first official international trip together in four years.

Astrological alignments on 15 November are predicted to bring surprises and clarity across different areas of life. Metro reports that the Moon in Aquarius aligning with Uranus in Gemini will bring surprises, curiosity and new realisations, with Scorpio, Sagittarius and Libra particularly favoured for positive conversations. The Evening Standard's horoscope suggests Mercury moving direct will help people understand complicated matters, particularly in relationships and work, with Venus direct restoring warmth and confidence.