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The clinical trial team in Sheffield

New bladder cancer treatments used in clinical trials could save 'many lives'

Former deputy cabinet secretary Helen MacNamara giving evidence.

Matt Hancock misled colleagues over pandemic preparation, inquiry told

Former deputy cabinet secretary Helen MacNamara giving evidence at the Covid Inquiry. PIC: UK Covid-19 Inquiry/PA Wire

Government's bullish approach to pandemic proved costly - The YP says

1.7m Brits are expected to be living with dementia by 2040 - more than double today's levels. (Picture: Adobe Stock)

1.7m people could have dementia in the UK by 2040

The Chancellor Jeremy Hunt will be under pressure to lower taxes in his Autumn statement before the next election.

Taxes will have risen by a record amount this parliament, research finds

Rishi Sunak faces calls from think tanks and his MPs to embrace green energy despite this month's delays to net zero policies.

Ministers urged to deliver green local jobs which are popular with Tory voters

Emma Grimmer, Collections Manager at Murton Park, York, Farming Museum, behind the shop counter of FR Stubbs Ironmongers, which used to be at Foss Bridge House, York. Picture By Yorkshire Post Photographer, James Hardisty.

The museum which tells the story of Yorkshire's rich farming history

Boats moored in Bridlington Harbour

Yorkshire coast seeds significantly worse health and job prospects than inland

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak speaks to the media during a visit to a science event at the International Manufacturing Centre at the at University of Warwick. PIC: Chris Furlong/PA Wire

Return to the EU’s Horizon research programme is a welcome relief - The YP says

A departure board at Heathrow Airport as disruption from air traffic control issues continues across the UK and Ireland. PIC: Lucy North/PA Wire

It’s clear that the NATS computer system was not up to scratch - David Behrens

Headband created that can detect Alzheimer’s disease

A shooting party on the moors in North Yorkshire, as the Glorious 12th, the official start of the grouse shooting season, gets underway. Photo credit should read: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire

Grouse season is celebration for rural communities that rely on tradition

'An injection of young talent from around the world brings fresh ways of thinking and different perspectives'.

Support for students needs to be targeted - Bill Carmichael

Alzheimer’s disease: New vaccine ‘could reduce or prevent’ impact of illness and ‘eliminate toxic cells’

Alzheimer’s disease: Scientists believe new vaccine offers ‘fresh hope

Ronnie and Alfie found the 2kg of ambergris on Leven beach (Pic: Ronnie Humphreys)

Father and son duo discover rare ambergris on beach walk

Artist's impression of the new facility at the rail village in Goole

Siemens Mobility's Goole rail village awarded £15m for centre of excellence

The increased threat of wildfires in the UK has hastened the need for a national Fire Danger Rating System (FDRS), a University of Manchester expert has argued.

System for predicting wildfires not thorough enough says university researcher

Diabetes rates are set to soar globally by 2050

How to spot diabetes symptoms as rates soar across the world

What is Taurine? The ‘elixir’ which could extend life and boost health

New research suggests saving moths could be just as important as saving bees. Photo: Stuart Campbell

Why saving moths could be just as important as saving bees
Night-time pollinators such as moths may visit just as many plants as bees, and should also be the focus of conservation and protection efforts, a new study from the University of Sheffield suggests.

Android users warned of 193 apps that could empty your bank account

Tunnels deep underground in North Yorkshire are providing a unique opportunity to study how humans might be able to live and operate on the Moon or on Mars.

Key to humans living on Mars could be found 1km under disused Yorkshire mine

Do elephants like human visitors at the zoo?

Which animals like zoo visitors and which ones don’t

Dog owners are being warned that raw dog foods could be poisonous

Urgent deadly pet food warning for dog owners

Male instructor giving directions to an adolescent girl during her lesson

UK’s top 10 cities for learner drivers revealed

The new butterfly colours look very similar to the Eye of Sauron (Photo: Natural History Museum)

Butterfly named after Lord of the Rings villain

Raw pheasant pet food has been discovered to have "very high" quantities of lead from shotgun pellets, posing a health danger to dogs.

Lead poisoning found in raw pheasant pet food, study finds

Medicinal cannabis can help relieve pain caused by cancer, study finds.

Study finds medicinal cannabis can help relieve pain caused by cancer

Researchers will aim to find out whether combining the drug and chemotherapy can extend the lives of people diagnosed with recurrent glioblastoma.

Medical cannabis used to treat brain tumours during ‘world first trial’ in Leeds

Budget ranges at smaller convenience stores rarely stocked says Which?

Which biscuit do you enjoy with a brew?

Study reveals best biscuits for dunking in tea- including Bourbons
Fans of shortbread and caramel digestives are apparently the most disappointed when it comes to dunking

Thousands of dead crabs and lobsters began washing ashore between Hartlepool and Whitby in October 2021.

Scientists aiming to find out whether chemical killed crabs on Yorkshire coast

Smartwatches often come with sophisticated fitness trackers that can analyze every move.

Your smart watch can reveal signs of heart failure, study says

New research shows that humans could outlive the current record age of 122 by several decades, as advancements in technology and nutrition increase longevity.

Humans could live decades longer than current record age of 122

A view looking down from Blakey Ridge over Danby Dale towards Botton Village Camphill Trust. The village has been using nature and farming to help with mental health and well-being for years.

Plan to protect historic Yorkshire village which has links to Henry I

Artificial sweetener found in fizzy diet drinks ‘has unexpected effect on immune system’, study finds

Artificial sweetener ‘has unexpected effect on immune system’

Yorkshire kidney patient Jermaine Jones was told his kidneys were failing.

Kidney patient shares story as new research gets funding

UK to trial new groundbreaking endometriosis treatment

A new lab facility will examine indoor air quality in homes.

New Yorkshire lab facility will examine air quality in homes

A new study show that video games are not harmful to children’s brain development.

New study finds video games are not harmful to children’s brains

Bempton Cliffs, a nature reserve, run by the RSPB, at Bempton, near Bridlington, on the East Yorkshire Coast, is home to more than over 200 seabirds including Northern Gannet, Atlantic Puffin, Razorbill, Common Guillemot, Black-legged Kittiwake and Fulmar which nest here.

Research by University of Sheffield could create new conservation framework

Three Shires Head. A waterfall and packhorse stone bridge at Three Shires Head in the Peak District National Park.

Experts unveil best UK road trips ahead of February half term

Glastonbury Festival’s iconic Pyramid Stage could become a permanent fixture.

Less than 1 in 5 people expected to get Glastonbury tickets

A controlled heather burn on the moors above Castleton in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Picture Tony Johnson

Argument burns on over best way to manage peat moorlands

Experts warn that these common foods can increase cancer risk

The wreck of the Klein Hollandia (Photo: Cathy de Lara)

Shipwreck off UK coast identified as 17th century Dutch warship

Rogue AI could eradicate humans, warn scientists

Analysing loyalty card data could help doctors spot ovarian cancer cases earlier.

Loyalty card data could help spot ovarian cancer earlier

The 3D printer in action making an antenna

Researchers in Sheffield use 3-D printers to make cheap 5G and 6G antennas

York Biotech Campus.

New jobs for York as the fight to control mosquito-borne diseases steps up

Super bright road markings will be used as part of the trial

Trial using super bright road markings and fewer lights aims to save millions

Earth’s inner core may have started spinning in a new direction, accord to scientists.

Earth’s inner core may have started spinning in a new direction

Adrian Blackmore is director of the Campaign for Shooting at the Countryside Alliance.

Why burning is an important part of moorland management - Adrian Blackmore

People of all ages were delighted to see the return of the Loony Dook and this plucky pensioner was determined to get a good view from the beach!

Can early retirement lead to a decline in cognitive ability?

Researchers say the UK should swap to bread made out of legumes.

Researchers urge UK to switch to broad bean based bread

Psychologist believes TikTok’s ‘lucky girl syndrome’ has truth to it

Research showed that 1:27pm and 2:06pm are the time many workers start to feel the dreaded “afternoon slump” (Credit: Getty Images)

This is the exact time office workers experience an ‘afternoon slump’

Archive pic: To mark National Chocolate week rows of handmade Champagne truffles are being produced by Chocolatiers at Betty's headquarters in Harrogate.

Scientists work out why chocolate feels so good to eat

University graduation. Picture: Adobe Stock

Pandemic graduates set to be no worse off than predecessors, research suggests