The Empire Café, Leeds: ‘Doing the good things’ – restaurant review The reborn Empire Café in Leeds does God’s own country proud The Guardian - UK · Aug 20, 2023
Brickbat: Sticks and Stones 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 · Aug 18, 2023
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 · Aug 17, 2023
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 · Aug 16, 2023
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 · Aug 15, 2023
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 · Aug 14, 2023
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 · Aug 12, 2023
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. The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2023
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 · Aug 11, 2023
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 · Aug 8, 2023
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 · Aug 7, 2023
‘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 · Aug 7, 2023
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 · Aug 4, 2023
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 · Aug 3, 2023
Evening Standard · Aug 1, 2023 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.
The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2023 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 · Aug 1, 2023 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 · Jul 31, 2023 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 · Jul 29, 2023 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.
Dynamite News · Jul 27, 2023 "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 · Jul 19, 2023 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 · Jul 16, 2023 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 · Jul 14, 2023 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 · Jul 14, 2023 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 · Jul 13, 2023 Leeds boxing club linked to brutal attack cancels event after police objections Police claim a 'cloud of fear' reigns over Halton Moor Amateur Boxing Club