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Comedian Tom Allen has announced new UK tour dates for 2027 and 2028, including a show at York Barbican and four further venues across Yorkshire. The dates form part of his Totally tour, and local coverage highlights the strong demand for the comic in the region. Fans are discussing the announcement and ticket availability.
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Drivers are facing ongoing delays on the M62 in England after a crash was cleared but heavy congestion remains on the motorway. The Yorkshire Post reports that although the collision itself has been dealt with, tailbacks are still causing disruption for motorists travelling through the region.
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A man has died following an explosion on a residential street in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. Locals reported hearing what they described as a massive bang audible from miles away. Emergency services attended the scene, and the death is the latest development drawing widespread local attention and searches for updates on the incident.
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Wakefield Trinity, chaired by Matt Ellis, have reached the Super League Grand Final after a rapid rise that has surprised supporters. A Guardian feature describes the club's sudden resurgence as waking fans "from long slumber", noting that few expected the West Yorkshire side to be contesting rugby league's showpiece finale this season.
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Attention is on Rotherham, South Yorkshire, following an explosion, with new pictures showing the scene. The Star reports what is known so far about the blast, but details on casualties, cause or damage have not been confirmed. Local residents are following updates as authorities respond and investigate.
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Exeter City are preparing to face Rotherham United at home, with the club's media team previewing the fixture. Luca Woodhouse has looked ahead to the match, discussing what Exeter need to do to take points off the Yorkshire side. Supporters are weighing up form and selection questions as the two League One clubs get ready to meet.
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A man has died after being found seriously injured following what police describe as a disturbance in Horsforth, Leeds. The Yorkshire Evening Post reports the man was discovered with serious injuries and later died. The exact circumstances remain unclear, and it is not known whether anyone has been arrested. People in the area are following the story as police investigate.
- 8Prince William and Catherine back Kevin Sinfield's grand finale challenge●prince william catherine kevin sinfield
Prince William and Catherine have been named alongside rugby league fundraiser Kevin Sinfield in the latest round of UK search trends. Sinfield, the former Leeds Rhinos captain, is completing his '7 in 7: The Grand Finale' running challenge, with Day 3 taking place in West Yorkshire. The royal couple's link to the event is driving public interest in the charity effort.
- 9Protests hit Palantir's NHS role over data and Gaza▼“Palantir and the NHS: Protests Over Data and Gaza“ by Ana Vračar in Savage Minds on Substack @ uk_politics @ UKLabour @
Health workers, patients and campaigners are holding protests against Palantir's contracts with the NHS, linking concerns over patient data being handed to the US tech firm with anger over its work connected to Israel's military campaign in Gaza. The article by Ana Vračar in Savage Minds details the mobilisation, with campaign groups such as No Palantir in South Yorkshire and NHS activists amplifying calls to end the company's involvement in the health service.
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An explosion at a block of flats in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, has killed one man. Emergency services attended the scene following the blast, and an investigation is under way to establish the cause. Local residents have been reacting to the incident as concerns are raised about safety in nearby properties.
- 11Yorkshire paper cutting artist Pippa Dyrlaga draws attention●Pippa Dyrlaga is a paper cutting artist and print maker based in Yorkshire, England. Every design is hand-cut from a sin
Pippa Dyrlaga, a paper cutting artist and print maker based in Yorkshire, England, is being celebrated for her intricate designs, each hand-cut from a single sheet of paper using only a scalpel, with no glue or layered elements. Her work is being shared widely among art lovers online, with many praising the precision and delicacy of the technique.
- 12Readers warm to Wes Markin's Knaresborough crime novel●WHAT AM I READING? Finished 'The Lonely Lake Killings' by Wes Markin, a cosy-ish crime novel set in Knaresborough, Yorks
Wes Markin's 'The Lonely Lake Killings', a cosy-ish crime novel set in Knaresborough, Yorkshire, is drawing positive word of mouth from readers. One reviewer who just finished it says it was much better than the first book in the series and is already planning to read the third installment, calling it worth a read and a vote of confidence in the series.
- 13Major West Yorkshire inclusion conference set for Leeds▼Major West Yorkshire inclusion conference set for Leeds next month
A major conference on inclusion is to be held in Leeds next month, bringing together people from across West Yorkshire. The Yorkshire Evening Post reported the event, though details of the organisers, programme and speakers have not yet been published. It is expected to focus on inclusion issues affecting communities across the region.
- 14Hebden Bridge becomes a book-lovers' punchline▼I mean, Hebden Bridge does sound a lot more fun... 😂 @ reading @ bookstodon @ books @ humor@fedigroups.social @ humor@le
A joke circulating in online book communities quips that Hebden Bridge, the West Yorkshire market town known for its quirky, bohemian character, sounds a lot more fun than whatever a book described — with erotica and 'filth' hashtags attached. Readers are sharing it as light banter about racy novels, with Hebden Bridge's famously alternative reputation making it the perfect stand-in for a wilder alternative.
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Workers at Leeds Bradford Airport are threatening strike action in a dispute over pay. The potential walkout could disrupt flights and passenger services at Yorkshire's largest airport, though details of the union involved, the number of staff affected, and possible strike dates have not yet been confirmed. Travellers are watching for further announcements as the pay row develops.
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A man has pleaded not guilty to a murder charge in connection with a death in Bridlington, East Yorkshire. The defendant entered his plea at a court hearing, and the case is expected to proceed toward trial. Further details about the victim or circumstances have not been widely reported at this stage.
- 17Charity threatens legal action over two-year NHS waits for ADHD and autism assessments●Charity threatens legal action over two-year NHS wait for ADHD and autism assessments https://www. theguardian.com/socie
A charity is threatening legal action against NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board over waits of up to two years for ADHD and autism assessments. The case highlights growing frustration with long diagnostic backlogs, with campaigners arguing the delays breach patients' legal right to receive care within recommended timeframes and are leaving adults and children without support.
- 18Musician releases track Yorkshire inspired by Radiohead's Kid A●I just released a track on # BandwagonFM ! Recorded it in 2014 after listening to the album Kid A by Radiohead for the f
A musician known as seanc has released a new track called Yorkshire on BandwagonFM, a music-sharing service popular with fediverse users. The track was recorded in 2014 after the artist listened to Radiohead's album Kid A for the first time, and he describes it as sounding 'pretty neat'. The release is a small independent share currently circulating among a niche music community.
- 19Charity threatens legal action over two-year NHS autism and ADHD waits●Charity threatens legal action over two-year NHS wait for ADHD and autism assessments https://www.theguardian.com/societ
A UK charity is threatening legal action against NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board over waits of up to two years for ADHD and autism assessments. The case highlights growing frustration with long diagnostic backlogs, with campaigners arguing the delays breach patients' legal rights to timely care and pressing health bosses to act.
- 20Headingley Cricket Ground signs renewable energy deal with UrbanChain▼UrbanChain renewable energy for Headingley Cricket Ground
Headingley Cricket Ground, the historic Leeds venue home to Yorkshire County Cricket Club, is partnering with energy technology firm UrbanChain to source renewable energy for the stadium. The move ties the ground to peer-to-peer clean energy supply and forms part of a wider push by sports venues to cut carbon emissions and operating costs.
- 21NBA star Westbrook invests in Leeds United ownership group●NBA star Westbrook invests in Leeds United's ownership group
NBA star Russell Westbrook has invested in the ownership group of English football club Leeds United, becoming part of the consortium behind the Yorkshire side. The move adds another high-profile American athlete to the growing list of US figures involved in English football ownership, drawing attention from both basketball and football fans.
- 22Idol Rock: the giant balancing stone of Brimham Rocks●Idol Rock, l’énorme rocher en équilibre de Brimham Rocks https:// 2tout2rien.fr/idol-rock-enorme -rocher-naturellement-e
Idol Rock, a massive natural boulder balanced on a tiny base at Brimham Rocks in North Yorkshire, England, is drawing attention online. The formation, shaped by centuries of erosion, stands around 200 tonnes atop a narrow pedestal and has long fueled local legends, including druidic myths. Posts highlight video footage of the remarkable geological curiosity on Brimham Moor.