News: The Official Soundtrack
by David Mackie
What does the news ‘sound’ like?
Most of the time, it’s probably the sound of people screaming, babies crying and the crackle of our planet as it burns.Read More »News: The Official Soundtrack
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QUIZ: How Yorkshire are you?
By Paul Marsden
With Yorkshire Day coming up this Saturday come and see how well you know the county.
Test yourself in our Yorkshire quiz to see if you should be considered a local legend or should trudge around shamefaced at your lack of Yorkie knowledge.Read More »QUIZ: How Yorkshire are you?
VIDEO: French culture on the rise in Leeds
By Caroline Grandjean
The population of French people in Leeds is growing year on year, with an estimated 30-35,000 settlers currently in the city.
The French consulate advises that this number is likely to rise over the next few years.
Why did Sky choose to invest in Leeds?
By Paul Marsden
The digital sector in Leeds received a boost yesterday with the news that Sky are creating a new technology hub in the city.
The hub, which will create up to 400 new jobs, will focus on designing and developing the company’s next generation of website and apps.Read More »Why did Sky choose to invest in Leeds?
Revellers gather for 20th anniversary of Unity Festival
Last weekend families, music lovers and all-around fun in the sun seekers gathered together in Hyde Park on Saturday for the 20th Unity Festival. The… Read More »Revellers gather for 20th anniversary of Unity Festival
Bairstow receives England call-up at the expense of unlucky Yorkshire teammate Gary Ballance
By Mike Berriman
Gary Ballance was made to be the scapegoat for England’s fragile top order yesterday, with fellow Yorkshire batsman Johnny Bairstow being brought in as his replacement.
VIDEO UPDATE: Leeds own Diamond hopes to meet idol Neil
Neil Diamond is performing at Leeds Arena tonight as part of his UK tour – and tribute act Johnny Dee is hoping to meet his… Read More »VIDEO UPDATE: Leeds own Diamond hopes to meet idol Neil
“Trains are living, breathing creatures..” Hunslet Engine Company celebrates 150 years
By Caroline Grandjean The Hunslet Engine Company celebrated his 150 birthday with a gala at the weekend. The world famous producer of locomotives, the 3890… Read More »“Trains are living, breathing creatures..” Hunslet Engine Company celebrates 150 years
Why I won’t be reading Go Set a Watchman
The much-anticipated sequel to Harper Lee’s classic To Kill a Mockingbird was released this morning. But reviews are mixed after generations see a literary hero tumble off his pedestal. Lisa Bradley explains why she won’t be reading Go Set a Watchman.
Thousands flock to Leeds City centre for Tomlinson 10K
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by Jay Unger
Turning the streets outside Leeds city Hall into a mass of colour and noise – racers from across the region laced up their running shoes to take part in the Asda foundation 10 kilometres run this weekend.
Read More »Thousands flock to Leeds City centre for Tomlinson 10K