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Fifa president Infantino will stand for re-election

Fifa president Gianni Infantino will stand for re-election in March, the world governing body has confirmed.

Some Americans call us ‘Europoor’ - but there are seven ways we’re exceedingly rich | Emma Beddington

Our US friends may pity Europeans for our low salaries, high taxes and dependence on public transport – but they’re forgetting the really important stuff … I’m sorry to break this to you, but you may be “Europoor”. This…

Uncanny and unappetizing: appetites spoil as AI images take over food menus

Consumers are increasingly encountering AI-generated images on food menus such as leathery meat and bread resembling reptile skin During a recent lunch break, Jill Sennett saw something so unappetizing she had to share…

50 brilliant 2015 night out pictures from venues in Middlesbrough and Stockton

This week's nostalgic gallery features a selection from a popular Middlesbrough town centre pub, as well as the usual regualrs

From Cheltenham Avenue to Greatham Close: Roadworks happening in Middlesbrough this week

This week’s roundup of roadworks either getting underway or already ongoing (September 7-13), including Marton Road

Air ambulance at scene of Co Antrim crash after car flips onto its side

‘Awful smell’ fears as new energy plant planned for Chatteris

Residents are also concerned that there will be an increase in traffic

760,000 people aged 15 to 24 urged to check for £2,000 waiting for them

New figures show that around 760,000 young adults are missing out on an average of £2,000 sitting in forgotten Child Trust Funds.

Newcastle bodybuilder, 60, proving age is no barrier by winning UK championships

Newcastle bodybuilder Phil Earley first got into competitions aged 57 after recovering from long Covid

Arsenal XI vs Chelsea: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today

Premier League champions aim to continue fine run against Blues

Family issues heartbreaking tribute to mum killed in Liverpool crash

Kelly Marie Lundie died after a red Nissan hit a wall

Baby girl dies while camping with family as police probe 'unexplained' death

The three-month-old baby girl was camping with her family in Staffordshire, police have said.

Soldiers to line streets for funeral of 22-year-old Liam Potts who died in River Tyne

The 22-year-old, who was found dead near Wylam Bridge, will be laid to rest following a service at Hexham Abbey on Friday

Gianni Infantino set to run for re-election as Fifa insists ‘nothing has changed’

Gianni Infantino is set to seek a fourth term as Fifa president

Undercover report on donations ‘looks bad’ for Reform, admits Nigel Farage – as it happened

The Reform UK leader is under pressure after senior aides appeared to plot how to bypass electoral laws on foreign donations Sagal Abdi-Wali arrived in Camden as a child refugee from Somalia. She has worked for more tha…

South Yorkshire Police reveal four banned from shops after courts use antisocial behaviour powers

Police describe latest actions as courts issues special orders

Andy Burnham and John Healey to confirm bumper PIP payments in October

The main disability benefit is paid to over four million Brits

Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell reveals BBC 'axe' fears when she was pregnant

The Australian native is returning for her first Strictly series after becoming a mum

New roads policing team to crackdown on illegal plates including those used by organised crime gangs

The Government is funding a new National Roads Policing Coordination Centre to step up enforcement on illegal number plates across England

Lancashire Steam and Vintage Festival tragedy as man dies during event

Tributes have since been paid

Take a look at the specials you enjoy at Rudy's during their negroni month celebrations

We paid a visit to the Rudy's restaurant in York to sample some of their specials

Birmingham man charged after car crashes into Maypole Island

The A435 Alcester Road South was blocked following the crash

Government begins paying off council's £2bn debt

Woking Borough Council's leader says it is "important progress" but there is "still much work to do".

DWP confirms £300 Winter Fuel Payment rules for pensioners living in a care home

Eligible pensioners will receive up to £300 this winter