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West Yorkshire, England, police say they will take no further action against a 16-year-old autistic girl they arrested and held for suspicion of a homophobic offense. Officers had picked up the girl in Leeds for reportedly being intoxicated and returned her home. When she arrived home, the girl apparently said…

Reason

Coroner in direct warning to teenagers after boy’s drug death at Leeds Festival

Coroner Kevin McLoughlin said he hopes youngsters will ‘heed the lessons’ of the death of David Celino at last year’s event.

The Independent UK

Festival boss defends admitting unaccompanied 16-year-olds despite boy’s death

Leeds Festival founder Melvin Benn was giving evidence at the inquest into the death of David Celino, who took ecstasy at the August 2022 event.

The Independent UK

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Father tells inquest of drug concerns at festivals after son’s ecstasy death

David Celino died after taking the drug at Leeds Festival in August last year.

The Independent UK

Forget Manchester: Leeds was the REAL home of 80s alternative music

Often derided as ‘Goth City’, Leeds defined the independent music scene of the 80s from post-punk to weird-pop and dark electronica. No Leeds, no Trent Reznor

Louder

Hoyle makes sure Saints fight off Leeds in Women’s Challenge Cup final

Three quick tries helped St Helens to a 22-8 win over Leeds in the first Women’s Challenge Cup final to be held at Wembley

The Guardian - UK

Teenager accused of homophobia towards police officer to face no further action

The girl had been arrested at her home in Leeds after likening an officer to a lesbian.

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Autistic girl arrested over ‘homophobic’ remark will face no further action after outcry

TikTok video uploaded by mother showed girl crying as she was detained by around half a dozen officers in Leeds - an investigation into their behaviour is ongoing

The Independent UK

Man charged after 12-year-old boy dies in collision on M62

Matthew Rycroft will appear before Leeds Magistrates’ Court charged with causing the death of Callum Rycroft

The Independent UK

Police charge man after 12-year-old boy killed while crossing M62

Matthew Rycroft will appear before Leeds Magistrates’ Court charged with causing the death of Callum Rycroft

The Independent UK

‘What you rapping all Yorkshire for?’ How Leeds defied the doubters to become a hip-hop haven

As a new rap exhibition opens in the city, west Yorkshire’s MCs remember how body popping gave way to bleak social commentary – and rap battles in their underpants

The Guardian - UK

Moon Palace: the observatory bus bringing ‘awe and wonder’ to Leeds

Project inspired by John Smeaton, a keen astronomer who is seen as the father of civil engineering, is touring Leeds for four months

The Guardian - UK

Castleford complete shock loan signing of Leeds half-back Blake Austin

Austin has been one of Leeds’ best performers this season but his future at the club is in doubt with only months left on his current contract.

The Independent UK

David Lloyd leisure club group fined £2.5 million after three-year-old drowned in pool

David Lloyd Leisure Club Limited was prosecuted following the death of Rocco Wright in Leeds in 2018.

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The Independent UK

Leisure club group fined £2.5 million after three-year-old drowned in pool

David Lloyd Leisure Club Limited was prosecuted following the death of Rocco Wright in Leeds in 2018.

The Guardian - UK

David Lloyd Leisure fined £2.5m over death of three-year-old boy in Leeds

Gym chain pleaded guilty to breach of health and safety law five years after incident

The Independent UK

Leigh Wood to face Josh Warrington in all-British world featherweight title bout

The 34-year-old Wood will put his WBA version of the title on the line against Leeds favourite Warrington.

Zenger

Tiny Robot Travels Deep Into Lungs To Detect And Treat Early Cancer

University of Leeds scientists develop groundbreaking technology for precise and minimally invasive lung cancer treatment.

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Dynamite News

"You got to have thick skin": Australia captain Pat Cummins on criticism over his captaincy

Australia captain Pat Cummins remains unfazed by criticism over his captaincy following two tight victories at Edgbaston and Lord’s, a defeat at Leeds, and a draw in Manchester. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Independent UK

Two books inspired by Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield’s friendship to be released

Sinfield carried his former rugby teammate Burrow, who has MND, over the finish line at a marathon in Leeds so they could complete it together.

The Independent UK

Sunak government refuses to reveal details of PM’s private jet use paid for by taxpayer

Critics say flights are a waste of money and make a mockery of government’s climate targets

Sports Illustrated

Russell Westbrook Joins American Golf Sensations As Investor in Leeds United

The point guard is the latest big name to make the investment.

The Independent UK

NBA star Russell Westbrook joins Leeds United ownership group

Westbrook is a stakeholder in the takeover led by 49ers Enterprises, which also includes golf major winners Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas.

Leeds Live

Leeds Thursday Met Office weather forecast with sunny skies and light showers

There will be a brief period of rain

Leeds Live

Yorkshire Buses announce big change to popular Leeds service

The service in question is 29 from Yorkshire Buses

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