Shows / Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

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…
Episodes
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Your Tea Could Be Costing You | Leeds News
Your daily cup of tea might be costing you more than you think—Ofgem warns that overfilling kettles is a sneaky energy waster adding up fast. With energy…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!From Bug to Battle: A 26-Year-Old’s Lymphoma Journey | Leeds News
A healthy, ambitious 26-year-old creative writing grad from East London, Shafi Islam, thought his fever and night sweats were just a bug—until a swollen…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!What You Eat Matters in Heatwaves | Leeds News
Heatwave alert: temps are soaring past 36°C and sticking around for days. Experts warn what you eat and drink can make or break your body’s ability to cope…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Workplace Heat Limits on the Horizon | Leeds News
Twenty thousand workers are demanding a legal limit on workplace heat after scorching conditions sparked a viral petition — and the UK government is now…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Veterinary Reform: What It Means for Pet Owners | Leeds News
The government just unveiled a historic vet regulation overhaul — the first in 60 years — designed to make pet care fairer, clearer, and more affordable for…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!BNPL Rules Change July 2026 | Leeds News
Starting July 15, 2026, buy now, pay later services face major new rules — the FCA will now require providers to verify affordability and offer free debt…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ann Widdecombe’s Legacy of Courage and Connection | Leeds News
Ann Widdecombe, the fiery former politician and beloved TV personality, has died at 78, leaving behind a legacy of bold debates, unforgettable dance moves on…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Blue Zones Secret to Longevity | Leeds News
Forget the gym—people in Blue Zones live longer by moving naturally through daily life, like gardening and cooking, proving health isn’t about intense workouts…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Morning Live Takes Summer Break | Leeds News
Morning Live is taking a summer break—no return date yet—but Animal Park is stepping in with a 25th-anniversary deep dive into wildlife drama, featuring new…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ottilie's Battle Against Neuroblastoma | Leeds News
A one-year-old girl, Ottilie Rushby, was diagnosed with high-risk neuroblastoma after her parents mistook a head lump for a bruise—only to discover the cancer…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dehumidifiers vs Fans for Sleep | Leeds News
Heatwaves are wrecking sleep, but science says your body needs to cool down to drift off. Fans move air, dehumidifiers dry the air—both help, but dehumidifiers…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wildfire in Spain Claims 12 Lives | Leeds News
A deadly wildfire in Spain’s Los Gallardos has killed twelve, including four Britons, as flames fueled by a scorching heatwave rage out of control—forcing…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Antique Flip Fiasco on Celebrity Road Trip | Leeds News
Matthew Wolfenden and Roxy Shahidi from Emmerdale thought they’d cash in big on Celebrity Antiques Road Trip, but the universe had other plans—both ended up in…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bonnie Tyler’s Powerful Legacy | Leeds News
Bonnie Tyler, the powerhouse vocalist known for her raw, ballsy voice and unforgettable ballads, has died at 75 after an unexpected hospital collapse in…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!A Family’s Fight After Tragic Loss | Leeds News
A heartbreaking yet powerful story from Sheffield: parents Anya and Hugo lost their 16-month-old son Leo in his sleep on New Year’s Day 2024, after a…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Heatwave Hits Medications | Leeds News
UK heatwave hits again — and your meds might be at risk. Pharmacists warn that common drugs like SSRIs and hormonal birth control can be thrown off by high…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ann Widdecombe: Politician and TV Icon | Leeds News
Ann Widdecombe, the fiery British politician and TV personality who served as a Conservative MP and later backed Reform UK, has died at 78. Known for her…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Schools Shutting Early Due to Heatwave | Leeds News
Schools across England and Wales are shutting down early again as a brutal heatwave grips the UK, with at least thirteen schools closing by midday Thursday in…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Burnham’s Bold Tax Overhaul Proposal | Leeds News
Andy Burnham’s potential tax overhaul could revolutionize how we pay, with top economists proposing a single “national contribution” to replace six existing…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Late Tax Filing Penalties Explained | Leeds News
Missed your January 31 Self Assessment deadline? Don’t panic—just brace for daily £10 penalties starting May (after 3 months) that can stack up to £900, plus…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!UK Schools Close Amid Record Heat | Leeds News
UK braces for its third scorching heatwave of the year, with temps soaring past 30°C and some areas hitting 36°C — triggering amber heat alerts across the…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Warfarin Diet & Drug Warnings | Leeds News
Warfarin isn’t just a pill—it’s a delicate balance. The NHS warns that your diet, drinks, and meds can seriously mess with how it works. Foods high in vitamin…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ann Widdecombe: A Political Legacy | Leeds News
Ann Widdecombe, the fiery British politician and Strictly Come Dancing star who rose from Thatcher’s era to become a leading Brexit voice, has died at 78. A…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Any Movement Counts New Health Guidance | Leeds News
England’s chief medical officer drops a game-changing message: any movement counts, especially if you’ve been sitting still. Prolonged inactivity is a serious…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Paul Gambaccini Faces Alzheimer's with Resolve | Leeds News
Veteran broadcaster Paul Gambaccini, 77, has revealed he’s been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s — but he’s determined to keep hosting his beloved radio shows…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!TV Licence Fees Under Fire | Leeds News
TV licence fees in the UK just hit £180 — a hike tied to inflation — with non-payment risking a visit from an enforcement officer. But there’s a twist: seniors…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!UK Heatwave Forces Water Bans | Leeds News
UK heatwaves shatter records with eight straight days hitting 34°C — worse than any year since 1976 — sparking urgent drought warnings and forcing water…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!British Tourists Fall Ill in Cape Verde | Leeds News
British tourists are falling ill and dying on holiday in Cape Verde, sparking a major legal outcry as over 2,500 victims seek justice for salmonella and E…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!UK Vapes to Get Plain Packaging | Leeds News
The UK is rolling out bold new vaping regulations aimed squarely at teens: plain packaging in white, black, or gray, stripped-down flavor names, and hidden…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Heatwave Hydration Truth | Leeds News
UK swelters under record-breaking heatwave, with 2026 already seeing eight days over 34°C — sparking health alerts and warnings for vulnerable groups. Experts…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Pensioners Demand Free TV Licences | Leeds News
A petition demanding free TV licences for all pensioners has surged past 60,000 signatures, putting it on track to spark a parliamentary debate and forcing the…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Rare Scabies Outbreak at Glangwili | Leeds News
A rare, highly contagious form of scabies has triggered an emergency shutdown at Glangwili Hospital’s Steffan Ward in Carmarthen. Health officials are swiftly…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Margi Clarke’s Resilient Career Journey | Leeds News
Margi Clarke, once known for her explosive exit from Coronation Street as Jackie Dobbs, has lived a whirlwind life beyond the cobbles — from hosting her own…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mollie King and Stuart Broad Join Gogglebox | Leeds News
Mollie King and her cricket star partner Stuart Broad are making their debut on Celebrity Gogglebox, bringing their real-life banter and couch-bound chaos to…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Anya Taylor-Joy Stars in New Thriller Lucky | Leeds News
Get ready for a pulse-pounding thriller dropping next Wednesday, July 15th on Apple TV: Lucky, a seven-part limited series based on the New York Times…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Little House Returns to Roots on Netflix | Leeds News
The beloved Little House saga returns to Netflix with a fresh, earlier take—this time set in 1869 in Independence, Kansas, not Walnut Grove. Based on Laura…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Fans Don't Cool Rooms Hotter Than 35C | Leeds News
UK heatwaves are breaking records, with temps soaring past 35°C — and fans might be working against you. They don’t cool the room, they just move air to help…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Chloe’s Tragic Death Exposes Safety Failures | Leeds News
An 18-year-old carpentry apprentice, Chloe Bidwell, died alone after being crushed by unsecured wooden boards on a job site — a tragedy that exposed shocking…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Cold Case Breakthrough After 20 Years | Leeds News
After 23 years, a major breakthrough in the cold case of missing mother Patricia Lashley: police have charged 66-year-old Trevor Dunkley with her murder. The…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Oldham Murder Victim Dies in Hospital | Leeds News
A man stabbed in Oldham a month ago has died, triggering a murder investigation. Steven Dossett, 40, was attacked on June 19 in Failsworth, with police…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Cheetah Girls Return with Next Gen | Leeds News
Disney Plus just dropped a major nostalgia bomb: The Cheetah Girls are back with “Next Gen,” a fresh reboot bringing the original stars like Raven-Symoné and…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Man Sentenced for Attempted Murder | Leeds News
A man named Laurence Worville was sentenced to 24 years for a brutal, premeditated attack on his estranged wife—he rammed her with his car, pinned her against…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Fern Britton Regrets Strictly Come Dancing | Leeds News
Fern Britton admits she’d skip Strictly Come Dancing if she could do it all over again—calling the emotional and mental toll “exhausting,” despite the…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dead Before Time Changed | Leeds News
A wanted 70-year-old sex offender, Richard Scatchard, has been found dead — six months after his partner, Kelly Faiers, died from an overdose. Scatchard…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!No Magic Pill Stop Alzheimer's | Leeds News
Forget the magic pill—neuroscientist Lisa Genova reveals there’s no single drug to prevent Alzheimer’s, but your daily habits can be just as powerful. She…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Heatwave & Your Meds | Leeds News
With the heatwave blazing on, your meds might be more risky than you think. Pharmacists are warning about 10 key drugs — including Furosemide, Insulin, and…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Cool Socks & Sleep Hacks for Hot Nights | Leeds News
UK heatwave hitting 35°C? Sleep’s harder than ever—but experts say cooling your feet with fridge socks could be your secret weapon. Plus, hydrate, ditch…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Squishy Toys Turn Deadly in Hot Cars | Leeds News
Squishy gel toys are turning deadly in hot cars—kids are getting burned when the heat causes them to rupture, leaving sticky, painful gel that sticks to skin…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Woman Warns Family to Avoid Woods | Leeds News
A brave woman in Leeds risked her safety to warn a family about a dangerous situation in the woods—only to vanish without a trace, leaving police searching for…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Life Sentence for Brutal Dismemberment | Leeds News
Karl Hutchings, 48, has been sentenced to life in prison for the horrific murder and dismemberment of 55-year-old Julie Buckley — a crime he confessed to after…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Connor's Battle for Basic Support | Leeds News
A Scottish teen with severe disabilities—blind, wheelchair-bound, and unable to speak—is trapped in a bureaucratic nightmare as the DWP demands he “look for…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bonnie Tyler Remembered with Steinman and Meat Loaf | Leeds News
Bonnie Tyler, the powerhouse voice behind “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” has died at 75 after an unexpected illness in Portugal. Once hospitalized and placed in…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Rochelle Anthony Hospitalized After Stroke Symptoms | Leeds News
Rochelle Anthony, former Apprentice contestant and owner of The Dolls House salon, is hospitalized after suffering what’s suspected to be a stroke—suddenly…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jannely’s Fight Against Neurofibromatosis | Leeds News
Jannely Boumpoutou, 35, battles debilitating neurofibromatosis type one—tumors growing on her nerves and skin—with a basketball-sized mass on her leg that’s…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sara Cox Takes Over BBC Radio 2 Breakfast | Leeds News
Sara Cox is officially the new permanent voice of BBC Radio 2’s Breakfast Show, launching her first full broadcast on Monday, July 6th — a major milestone for…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Gregg Wallace Reflects on MasterChef Exit | Leeds News
Gregg Wallace, the former MasterChef host, is openly reflecting on his post-show life—missing the hefty £400k salary, the travel, and his curated wardrobe of…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Heatwave Tyre Check Saves Lives | Leeds News
With UK heatwaves hitting record levels, drivers must check tyre pressure NOW—because overheated tyres can blow out and cause serious accidents. The AA warns…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Burnham Eyes Labour Leadership Without Contest | Leeds News
Andy Burnham is poised to become Labour leader — and possibly Prime Minister — after declaring his third leadership bid, which has already drawn unanimous…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!PIP Under Fire: Mental Health Claims Surge | Leeds News
PIP, the UK’s key benefit for people with long-term health conditions, is under fire as claims surge — especially for mental health and neurodevelopmental…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Attenborough’s Face Carved in Cornfield | Leeds News
Europe’s biggest maze, carved into a cornfield in York, immortalizes Sir David Attenborough with a 100-foot-tall face—plus an elephant, tiger, and gorilla—to…