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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…
Episodes
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sarah’s Melanoma Journey and Sun Safety | Leeds News
Sarah Goldup, 42, battled stage three melanoma after years of sunbathing and tanning oil use, surviving two surgeries only to face a recurrence that required…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mackenzie’s Tragic Loss and a Family’s Plea | Leeds News
A tragic heatwave drowning claims the life of 11-year-old Mackenzie Swift, whose body was found two days after he vanished while cooling off in the River Don —…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Fit Notes Revolution Begins | Leeds News
The government is launching four major pilot programs across England starting July to overhaul how sick notes work—moving away from the outdated…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Schools vs World Cup: England's Penalty Drama | Leeds News
England’s World Cup clash with Mexico is set to start at 1 AM, potentially stretching into 4 AM if it goes to penalties — sparking a national debate over kids’…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Teen Diagnosed With Ovarian Cancer | Leeds News
A 19-year-old childcare apprentice, Gracie Mae Cooper, thought her severe stomach pains were just period cramps—until they led to hospital visits, scans, and a…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dictaphone Captures Christmas Day Murder | Leeds News
On Christmas Day, a bitter feud between neighbors turned fatal when James Hughes, 67, murdered 68-year-old Harold Turner with a walking stick—recording the…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Pension Age Rises to 66.4 | Leeds News
Pension age is rising again—starting July 6, those born between July 6 and August 5, 1960, will hit state pension age at 66 years and 4 months, part of a…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Carrot Juice Tan Myth Debunked | Leeds News
Carrot juice might sound like a health hack for glowing skin and a natural tan, but here’s the truth: while it’s packed with nutrients like beta-carotene…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!A Cut Finger Led to a Life-Changing Diagnosis | Leeds News
A three-year-old boy, Henry, was rushed to the hospital for a minor cut that turned into a life-altering diagnosis—leukemia. His parents, Alice and Matt, were…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Resistance Training Beats Cardio for Belly Fat | Leeds News
Forget crunches—science says resistance training is the real secret to melting belly fat. Dr. Michael Mosley reveals that lifting weights, push-ups, and squats…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!From UK Debt to Bali Freedom | Leeds News
A UK family sold their four-bedroom home for £390k and relocated to Bali after a life-altering health scare—Rebecca’s neck lump, initially feared as cancer…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wegovy Now Available in UK | Leeds News
Wegovy’s oral version is now available in the UK via Superdrug’s Online Doctor service — but don’t rush to buy. You need a BMI of 30+ or 27–30 with…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!3 Brain-Saving Habits from a Neurologist | Leeds News
Neurologist Dr. Baibing Chen reveals three personal brain-health rules to avoid strokes: skip neck-straining yoga poses, ditch heavy lifting with…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Early Signs of Dementia You Can't Ignore | Leeds News
Dementia isn’t just about forgetting your keys—early signs like shaky walking, clumsiness, or coordination issues can show up first. In the UK, over 900,000…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jamie Varley’s Prison Reality | Leeds News
Jamie Varley, the convicted murderer of baby Preston Davey, is facing a grim future in HMP Wakefield — the UK’s most notorious prison — despite false online…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Teen Plans UK Attack Then Shifts to Somalia | Leeds News
A 19-year-old British teen, Muhammad Billal, was arrested at Manchester Airport attempting to fly to Somalia to join ISIS—after months of researching UK terror…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!The Real Cost of Getting Your License | Leeds News
Learning to drive in the UK is now a financial mountain—new research reveals it costs an average of £924 just to get your license, including £777 in lessons…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!From Pub Manager to eBay Millionaire | Leeds News
From minimum wage pub jobs to a six-month £100K eBay empire, Emily turned thrift into treasure—launching The Fluffy Cow, sourcing from charity shops and boot…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sara Cox on Love, Second Chances, and Her Mensch | Leeds News
Sara Cox opened up emotionally on Vernon Kay’s show, sharing how her husband Ben Cyzer—whom she met at Glastonbury in 2006—gave her a second chance at love…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dermot Debunks This Morning Drama | Leeds News
Dermot OLeary shuts down rumors of backstage drama at This Morning, calling tabloid claims “bullshit” and revealing their on-air moments of silence are just…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Lisa Faulkner’s Early Cancer Battle | Leeds News
Lisa Faulkner reveals she’s cancer-free after surgery for early-stage breast cancer, thanks to a timely mammogram — a powerful reminder to never skip…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!NHS Rewards You for Walking | Leeds News
The NHS is launching a bold new walking rewards program starting next year, offering discounts and prizes for hitting 30 minutes of daily walking — think of it…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hair Loss on Weight Loss Meds | Leeds News
Hair falling out after starting weight loss meds? Don’t panic—it’s likely telogen effluvium, your body’s stress response to rapid weight loss. Your hair…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Frozen and Tinned Foods Are Nutrient Powerhouses | Leeds News
Forget the myth that fresh is always best—new research reveals that tinned tomatoes, frozen blueberries, peas, and spinach can pack even more nutrients than…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Busy Bees Nursery Crisis and Rebuild | Leeds News
A Leeds nursery, Busy Bees in Colton Mill, shut down after a damning Ofsted report citing food safety, staffing, and record-keeping failures—problems parents…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Spot Melanoma Early with ABCDE | Leeds News
Melanoma’s sneaky — but catch it early and you’ve got a real shot at beating it. In the UK, it’s the fifth most common cancer, linked to sun and tanning bed…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!UK Women Could Get Back Pay | Leeds News
UK older women could be getting back pay after decades of State Pension underpayments caused by a Department for Work and Pensions glitch — a hidden error in…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dead Twins and Dehydration in France | Leeds News
Two 15-month-old twin girls died in their beds in France, victims of dehydration — and so were four other siblings, one now in critical condition. The parents…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sitting Less Could Cut Cancer Risk | Leeds News
New research reveals that sitting for more than 30 minutes straight daily may boost cancer death risk—but the good news? You can slash that risk by over 20% by…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!West Yorkshire Crackdown Exposes Exploitation | Leeds News
West Yorkshire Police, in a massive crackdown with the Home Office, smashed 31 cash-heavy businesses linked to organized immigration crime, uncovering horrific…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Blackpool Tower Lights Blue for Preston Davey | Leeds News
Blackpool Tower will glow blue on July 27th in a heartfelt tribute to 13-month-old Preston Davey, whose tragic death at the hands of his adoptive father Jamie…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Pubs Stay Open Until 5AM for World Cup | Leeds News
England’s World Cup clash with Mexico kicks off at 1 AM, and pubs across England and Wales are getting a major boost—staying open until 5 AM so fans can watch…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Three-Year-Old Thrown Into Croc Enclosure | Leeds News
A toddler was horrifically injured after being thrown into a crocodile enclosure by a stranger in Cambridgeshire — suffering broken bones and a fractured…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!FCA Car Loan Payouts Hit Legal Roadblock | Leeds News
The UK’s FCA faces a major legal hurdle in its $9.1 billion car loan compensation plan, potentially delaying payouts for 12 million drivers until 2027—or…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Liverpool Dealer Gets 5 Years for Gun and Drugs | Leeds News
A Liverpool drug dealer faces five years and ten months in prison after police uncovered a loaded gun hidden inside a slow cooker during a raid—alongside a…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Beat the Heatwave Smartly | Leeds News
Heatwave alert: temps could soar into the high twenties, even hitting 30°C in the southeast. Stay cool, stay safe — especially if you’re elderly, a parent, or…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tearful Teen Star Sparks Media Debate | Leeds News
A 19-year-old tennis prodigy, Mirra Andreeva, shattered into tears live on BBC after a crushing Wimbledon loss — a raw moment that left commentators Clare…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dr Khan’s Anxiety Behind the Mask | Leeds News
Dr. Amir Khan bravely opened up on Loose Doctors about his intense social and anticipatory anxiety, revealing how he’d remotely access work files or ask…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!The Mystery Button in Your Car | Leeds News
That mystery button in your car? The one with the curved arrow inside a car outline? It’s not just for show—it’s secretly your ride’s hidden power move. Listen…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Traveling While Receiving Benefits | Leeds News
If you’re on any government benefit and planning to leave the UK—even for a short trip—don’t skip telling DWP. Failure to report could mean your payments stop…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Lisa Faulkner Shares Early Cancer Battle | Leeds News
Lisa Faulkner bravely shares her breast cancer journey, revealing she had successful surgery two weeks ago after an early diagnosis thanks to a routine…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Convicted Child Rapist Freed Under UK Law | Leeds News
A convicted child rapist and Rochdale grooming gang ringleader, Shabir Ahmed, has been released from prison — despite losing his British citizenship — because…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Court Reverses Lenient Sentences for Teen Rapists | Leeds News
Two teenage boys in Fordingbridge who were initially spared jail time for raping two girls — one of whom was assaulted multiple times and had footage shared…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tree Fall Injures Three Schoolboys | Leeds News
A tree branch crashed into the playground at King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys yesterday morning, injuring three teenage students — one with severe…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sewage in River Dart Sickens Kids | Leeds News
Seven kids fell violently ill after swimming in the River Dart—vomiting, projectile sickness—just as scorching heat made outdoor fun irresistible. The culprit?…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dog Thrown Over Fence in Bristol | Leeds News
A dog named Boomer was horrifically thrown over a six-foot fence by his owner, James Marchant, in a shocking act of cruelty caught on camera. Found…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Targeted Car Fire at Ricky Hatton Son's Home | Leeds News
A car belonging to Ricky Hatton’s son, Campbell, was torched in a targeted attack outside their home — a devastating blow since it was one of the few…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Liam's MND Journey from Symptoms to Diagnosis | Leeds News
Liam Jefferies, a 34-year-old from Essex, was diagnosed with motor neurone disease last year after dismissing early symptoms like tingling and weakness in his…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Andi Forgets Co-Host’s Name Live | Leeds News
Andi Peters blanked on co-host Adil Ray’s name live on Good Morning Britain, confusing him with Ranvir Singh—then hilariously calling him “John.” Adil took it…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!So This | Leeds News
Dive into the wild, unfiltered world of podcasting where secrets spill, truths crackle, and every episode feels like a backstage pass to the chaos you didn’t…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Charley’s ADHD Autism Journey and New Drama | Leeds News
Charley shares how her late diagnoses of ADHD and autism have unlocked her sensitivity to noise and reshaped her parenting—embracing a relaxed…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!5 Brain-Healthy Habits After 40 | Leeds News
If youre over forty, a dementia specialist reveals five powerful, science-backed habits you can adopt now to slash your Alzheimer’s risk later: quit smoking…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Simpler Skincare Wins | Leeds News
Skincare’s getting a major reset—bye-bye, 20-step routines. The new wave favors clean, powerful ingredients like biotin, zinc, and vitamin C for glowing…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Panto Chaos and Parenting Truths | Leeds News
Natasha Hamilton from Atomic Kitten recounts a chaotic stage accident during a panto performance where Henry Winkler’s sword accidentally stabbed her in the…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!The 20-Minute Walk That Changes Everything | Leeds News
Sitting eight hours straight? It’s wreaking havoc on your body and brain—and the fix is simple: a 20-minute walk during lunch. Research proves it slashes…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!England vs Mexico at 1AM No Holiday | Leeds News
England’s late-night World Cup clash against Mexico at 1 AM UK time has fans bracing for a brutal Monday morning — and no special Bank Holiday to ease the…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Folic Acid in Flour Sparks Debate | Leeds News
The UK government’s mandatory folic acid fortification in white flour sparks fierce debate—aimed at preventing 200 annual birth defects, it’s now under fire…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Nurse's Cruelty Haunts Widow | Leeds News
Annabel Croft recounts the harrowing final days of her husband Mel Coleman, who died from colon cancer just 16 weeks after diagnosis, revealing how one nurse’s…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Alcopops and the Wild 90s Drink Scene | Leeds News
The 90s drink scene was wild, sweet, and controversial—thanks to the alcopop explosion. Hooch, WKD, Mad Dog, Bacardi Breezer, and Reef dominated shelves and…
Leeds News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Three-Year-Old Hit by Car in Middleton | Leeds News
Three-Year-Old Hit by Car in Middleton | Leeds News