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Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Leeds News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Leeds—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Leeds News Today is your daily…
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England Bans Phones in Schools | Leeds News
Starting September, every school in England is banning mobile phones — a bold new rule backed by the government that gives teachers legal power to confiscate…
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crackdown on dodgy sticks hits hard | Leeds News
Authorities are hitting back hard against illegal streaming devices—aka “dodgy sticks”—that let users binge paid content like sports and movies for a one-time…
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Teen Railcards Now Last Full Year | Leeds News
Starting August 17, 18-year-olds can keep their 16-17 Saver railcard for a full year after purchase—no more expiring on their birthday. This means half-price…
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Heatwave Hits Food Supply Chains | Leeds News
Heatwaves are crashing our food system—milk prices are climbing, crops are failing, and farmers are struggling with drought. Dairy yields are down as cows…
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Dark Chocolate for Brain and Heart | Leeds News
Dark chocolate, in small doses—just two squares a day—might just be your brain and heart’s new best friend, thanks to powerful flavonoids in cocoa. Backed by…
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Pension Age Push Sparks Alarm | Leeds News
Retirement age is on the move—and fast. The government’s plan to push the state pension age from 66 to 68 could hit as early as 2039, not 2044-2046 as…
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Tech Hero Saves Life in Leeds | Leeds News
A Virgin Media O2 technician spotted a stroke warning during a routine home visit and acted fast—calling emergency services, comforting the customer, and…
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Leeds Council Sells Vacant School Site | Leeds News
Leeds City Council is auctioning off the long-vacant Bentley Primary School site, empty since 2018, to cash in and ditch costly upkeep — with hopes it’ll be…
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Crackdown on Illegal Streaming Devices | Leeds News
Authorities are hitting back hard against illegal “dodgy firesticks” — modified streaming devices that let users access premium TV, movies, and sports for a…
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Hoo Zoo Fire Leaves Three Animals Dead | Leeds News
A devastating fire tore through Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World near Telford early Monday, claiming three animal lives and destroying the zoo office—though…
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Emmerdale Wedding Turns Tragic | Leeds News
Emmerdale’s schedule shifts this week as the Friday episode skips town for live Carabao Cup football, with the soap returning Sunday night — and Coronation…
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UK Heatwave Returns This Week | Leeds News
UK braces for another scorcher as heatwaves return with temps hitting 34°C in London and the Midlands, possibly extending through Friday—stay hydrated and…
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Spain’s Latest Earthquake Shakes Region | Leeds News
A 4.1-magnitude earthquake rattled Spain’s Murcia region Sunday, felt as far as Alicante and Albacete — popular tourist spots — sparking over 80 emergency…
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Amy Dowden’s Journey Through Cancer and Dance | Leeds News
Amy Dowden, Strictly Come Dancing star and breast cancer survivor, is on the run in Celebrity Hunted alongside partner Carlos Gu—ditching dance shoes for a…
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Maccabees Light Up Kirkstall Abbey | Leeds News
Thousands packed Kirkstall Abbey for a summer music spectacle, as The Maccabees headlined Friday’s show with support from Maximo Park and Everything Everything…
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Nine-Year-Old Girl Found Dead in Industrial Estate | Leeds News
A nine-year-old girl from West Yorkshire died after suffering serious injuries at the Elliot Industrial Estate in Arbroath, Scotland. A 35-year-old man known…
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Winter Fuel Payment Clawback Explained | Leeds News
Two million state pensioners earning over £35,000 a year could face a £300 clawback on their Winter Fuel Payment — not a direct bank charge, but an adjustment…
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Scammers Steal Phones via QR Codes | Leeds News
Scammers are hitting mobile users with fake phone offers—sending unrequested high-end devices and tricking victims into mailing them back via QR codes, while…
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Starting April | Leeds News
Starting April | Leeds News
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Filming in Public? Legal Guide | Leeds News
Filming in public? It’s usually legal—no permission needed. Smartphones, drones, dashcams: all fair game on busy streets or parks. You can’t be forced to stop…
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EV Owners Hit Hard by VAT Cut | Leeds News
Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s new VAT cut on electricity bills sounds like a win for households—but it’s backfiring for EV owners without driveways. While home…
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Son Stashed Mom in Freezer for Years | Leeds News
A 60-year-old man, Christopher Phillips, has been sentenced to over two years in prison for keeping his 89-year-old mother’s body in a freezer for nearly three…
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Blue Zone Living in Devon | Leeds News
A Surrey couple traded city life for Devon’s South Hams, drawn by its “blue zone” reputation for longevity—and they’ve found renewed energy in sea swims…
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Don't Forget Your Car's Address | Leeds News
Moving? Don’t forget this sneaky $1,000 fine trap: updating your driver’s license and your car’s V5C log book are two separate tasks. One doesn’t automatically…
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Are You Paying the Wrong Tax? | Leeds News
Did you know millions are on the wrong tax codes—risking overpayment or underpayment? Overpaying means losing cash; underpaying could lead to a massive HMRC…
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Tragic Collision on Fosse Way | Leeds News
A six-year-old girl tragically died after a collision between a car and a tractor on Fosse Way near Moreton Morrell. The drivers and two other young passengers…
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Vogue’s Uber Matchmaker Idea | Leeds News
Vogue Williams, expecting her fourth child with Spencer Matthews, joked she’d ditch dating apps for a personal matchmaker—thanks to an Uber driver who’s been…
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KFC in Leeds Attacked with Machetes | Leeds News
KFC in Leeds took a brutal hit Saturday—glass door shattered, machete-wielding suspects allegedly on the loose, cops swarming the scene with cones and even a…
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Welfare Debt Crackdown Set to Begin | Leeds News
Starting October, the government’s launching its biggest welfare debt crackdown in a generation—targeting Universal Credit, Pension Credit, and ESA claimants…
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Hoo Zoo Fire Update and Safety | Leeds News
Fire breaks out at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford, forcing an emergency shutdown—but thankfully, no animals or staff were harmed. The blaze was…
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Baby Found Alone in Hot Car at Leeds Sale | Leeds News
A baby was found alone in a scorching car at a Leeds boot sale, sparking nationwide outrage and debate over what should’ve been done—some even suggested…
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Energy Theft Risks and Real Consequences | Leeds News
Energy theft is on the rise as people desperate to cut costs tamper with gas and electricity meters — a dangerous, illegal act costing UK households over $1.4…
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Seniors Get Extra Pension in August | Leeds News
Seniors with National Insurance numbers ending 00–19 are set to receive two State Pension payments in August 2026 — a rare calendar quirk thanks to five…
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Keep Your Fridge Cool Before the Heat | Leeds News
UK Health Security Agency issues heat health alerts across eight regions, with amber warnings for London and East of England until Wednesday. Stay cool, stay…
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Sarto Leeds Restaurant Up for Sale | Leeds News
A prime Leeds restaurant spot—home to the popular Sarto pasta joint—is hitting the market with a minimum $50K lease offer. Located on bustling Duke Street…
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Boost Your Tax Allowance Without Government Help | Leeds News
Boost your tax-free income without waiting for government changes—maximize the Marriage Allowance (potentially saving $250/year, even if backdated up to five…
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The 1933 George V Penny Worth £72K | Leeds News
Yo, you might be sitting on a life-changing fortune right in your pocket — a 1933 George V penny worth up to £72,000. Only six exist, minted for special…
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UK Weather Shift Brings Torrential Rain | Leeds News
UK braces for a dramatic weather flip as a colossal 728-mile-wide rain system barrels in, dousing Scotland Tuesday morning and sweeping south through England…
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6 Financial Lifelines for Universal Credit Claimants | Leeds News
Universal Credit recipients can unlock serious financial relief this August—six key areas include slashed Council Tax, cheap broadband and mobile tariffs…
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From 35 Stone to 20: A Weight Transformation | Leeds News
Reece, a 26-year-old who once weighed over 35 stone and ate 15,000 calories a day, transformed his life in just two months with Mounjaro—calling it the…
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UK Heatwaves Demand Workplace Temperature Limits | Leeds News
UK heatwaves are claiming over 2,800 lives in just two months — a staggering number that could shatter annual records. With health alerts already in place and…
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MOT Photos and Safety Tech Coming | Leeds News
Starting August 3rd, MOT tests will get a tech upgrade as garages can snap and upload photos of vehicles during inspections — a move to prove the car was…
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Gatwick Fuel Crisis Hits Flights | Leeds News
Gatwick Airport’s jet fuel shortage could disrupt flights—especially long-haul carriers like British Airways and easyJet—as airlines scramble to refuel…
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Could You Be Missing Out on Your Child Trust Fund | Leeds News
Did your kid born between Sept 1, 2002, and Jan 2, 2011, get a hidden cash windfall? Up to 750,000 young adults could be missing out on an average of $2,212…
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Two Helicopters Crash in Greece Wildfires | Leeds News
Two Helicopters Crash in Greece Wildfires | Leeds News
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Manual Driving Test Debate | Leeds News
Why should passing an automatic driving test lock you out of ever driving a manual? Drivers are frustrated that switching to a stick shift requires retaking…
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West Yorkshire Speed Cameras On Patrol | Leeds News
West Yorkshire Police are rolling out mobile speed cameras across key areas including Kirklees, Calderdale, Bradford, Leeds, and Wakefield to slash speeding…
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West Yorkshire Police Seek Public Help | Leeds News
West Yorkshire Police are urgently seeking public help to identify 20 individuals in new CCTV images linked to crimes from April to July — ranging from…
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Bake Sausages Not Fry Them | Leeds News
Forget frying or air frying—baking sausages in the oven is the secret to juicy, flavorful perfection. Third-gen butchers swear by it: gentle, even heat melts…
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Yorkshire’s Hot Monday and Rainy Afternoon | Leeds News
Yorkshire’s Monday is heating up with temps hitting 25-28°C, but don’t get too comfy—showers are rolling in, especially later afternoon and into the night. The…
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Fuel Theft Surge After Iran Crisis | Leeds News
Fuel theft in the UK has exploded since the Iran oil crisis, with a 20% surge in incidents and nearly £200k stolen daily—mostly from small independent…
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Sadie King Returns With Explosive Secret | Leeds News
Sadie King is back—and she’s bringing fireworks. After a 20-year absence, Patsy Kensit reprises her role as the scheming, emotionally complex Sadie, now with a…
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UK Heatwave Hits with Amber Alerts | Leeds News
Britain braces for a blistering heatwave as temperatures soar to 31°C in London and 29°C in Manchester, triggering amber heat health warnings across England…
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Matt Baker’s Neurodivergent Superpower | Leeds News
Matt Baker opens up about his dyslexia and ADHD, now embracing them as a superpower that shaped his resilience and success. He recalls childhood…
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From IVF Struggles to Twin Daughters | Leeds News
After six grueling rounds of IVF, a doctor and her lawyer husband finally welcomed their first daughter—thanks to a bold pivot to a U.S. clinic during the…
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Body in Suitcase: Scotland Woman's Tragic End | Leeds News
A chilling case unfolds as a Scottish woman, Elisabeth Jane Ross, was discovered dead in a suitcase in Athens — sparking an international investigation. A…
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Two Helicopters Crash in Greece Wildfires | Leeds News
Two helicopters crashed in Greece while battling deadly wildfires, killing all four crew members — a tragic blow as the country reels from extreme heat and…
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Young Man Cleans Patios for Elderly | Leeds News
A 28-year-old from Skipton is turning his weekends into acts of kindness by free patio cleaning for elderly neighbors, sparked by seeing unsafe, neglected…
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West Yorkshire Police Strengthens Command | Leeds News
West Yorkshire Police just got a major leadership upgrade with two new Assistant Chief Constables: Elliott Sharrard-Williams, a former math teacher turned…
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Sophia’s ROCD Recovery Journey | Leeds News
Sophia Forrester, 24, from Leeds, battled crippling relationship OCD after falling into a loving relationship—despite having previously struggled with mental…