A plan to open Haxby Station was placed in doubt after the axing of a national railway funding pot.

Council hopeful for station despite funding fear

Ely Junction connects five railway lines in East Anglia and limits how many trains can run.

Government pledge to revisit stalled railway plans

Night owls of Manchester, assemble – getting home in the early hours of the morning is about to get much easier. Transport for Greater Manchester has just announced an increase in its night bus services. A 24-hour service on the V1 and 36 services will commence in autumn as...

This UK city is trialling more 24-hour bus services

There’s lots to love about London, but one of the more convenient perks is how many options we have to get around. There’s Underground, overground, buses, taxis, and, of course, bikes. And bike travel in this city is getting easier by the day, what with all our new cycle routes and extra e-bikes.

TfL has just opened a new cycle docking station in north London

After more than two months since the last show of shooting stars, it’s almost time to pack a picnic blanket, fill a flask with a hot bev of your choice and set up camp on your nearest hill. In the very early hours of tomorrow (July 29) morning two – yes two – meteor showers will be putting on a dazzling display in UK skies.

Delta Aquariid and Alpha Capricornids meteor showers will light up UK skies tonight: how to watch

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Arsonists have set fire to a shopfront and pride flags in what police are treating as a hate crime. Emergency services were called to two fires in Norwich city centre in the early hours of Sunday. Two men had reportedly set fire to rainbow-coloured flags on the market before starting...

Pride flags and shopfront set on fire in city centre

Nevada State

York, ME

With 21 luxe rooms, each with its own private terrace featuring ocean views, the Nevada in York, Maine, isn’t your typical beachfront motel. But locals and travelers familiar with its sister property, the Viewpoint Hotel on nearby Cape Neddick, won’t be surprised by the mix of high design and homey touches of the newly renovated motel. At the Nevada, which reopened under new ownership July 15, you’ll find peacock blue tiles and white terrazzo floors in the bathroom, impeccable painkiller cocktails at the bar, and umbrellas and beach chairs to take across the street to Long Sands Beach.

The Nevada

The Atlantic

Why British voters humbled the Conservatives and put Labour’s Keir Starmer in power

Goodbye to Tory Britain

Denver, CO

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A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

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If you ever seek quality advisors for your career, relationship, finances, or other personal affairs, there are certain zodiac signs that you should look for. Such signs are thoughtful, logical, selfless, and willing to listen to the plight of other people. Going by their inherent personality traits, they tend to offer the best guidance.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are The Best Advisors

Vision Pet Care

When considering a feline companion, longevity and health are crucial factors for many pet enthusiasts. Certain cat breeds are renowned for their extended lifespans and robust health, making them ideal companions for those seeking long-term furry friends. This article explores the longest living cat breeds and delves into the characteristics that contribute to their longevity and well-being.

Discover the Longest Living Cat Breeds Known for Their Health

South Carolina State

Explore Beaufort SC

The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Virginia State

Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

Massachusetts State

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(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

Adel, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last Friday, two men were arrested on charges following a joint investigation into drug trafficking in Adel, culminating in a search at their home. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the search took place on Friday, June 28, at the residence of 28-year-old Shyiem Marquon Banks and 36-year-old Roderick Dion Collins. Investigators discovered a substantial quantity of drugs, including 210 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 3.2 pounds of suspected marijuana, 13 grams of suspected alpha-PVP (Flakka/bath salts), over 90 suspected oxycodone tablets, and 2 firearms.

Two Arrested in South Georgia Drug Bust Uncovering Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Firearms

Ocilla, GA

Last Thursday, agents from the South Central Drug Task Force (SCDTF) made an arrest following a successful execution of a search warrant at a residence in Ocilla. According to officials, the search yielded a significant quantity of drugs, including tablets suspected to contain fentanyl, associated with a criminal street gang.

Successful Drug Bust in Ocilla Leads to Arrest Linked to 'Local Criminal Street Gang'

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

The unthinkable has happened. Again. A gunman has taken multiple lives. The difference this time? It happened here, in Alameda. We are an island, both physically and psychologically. I spend a lot of time explaining to people that our focus is Alameda, and Alameda alone, so our coverage doesn’t usually include stories as horrific as this one.

It Happened Again. Here.

Dianna Carney

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

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London could get 30 more Low Traffic Neighbourhoods

Love them or hate them, Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs) have changed London’s streets forever. Now, the capital could get a load more of them. The Standard...

London could get 30 more Low Traffic Neighbourhoods

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