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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Tyne Tunnel tolls completely cashless from 8 November
Tyne Tunnel operator TT2 says "open road tolling" is easier and more convenient for drivers.
Durham students boycott bars and clubs amid spiking fears
The event, and others around the country, follows reports of drink and needle spiking nationally.
Hit The North festival hit by SSD Concert founder allegation cancellations
The artists dropped out despite organisers saying a review found no evidence of sexual misconduct.
Coronavirus: Health and Metro chiefs urge people to wear masks
People are being urged to put them on indoors and on public transport.
Covid: Young teens in Newcastle get jab in half-term
About a thousand children have booked in after mass vaccination sites were opened up to them.
Washington man who paid to watch child torture online jailed
He paid people in the Philippines to abuse children while he watched from his Washington home.
Secondary fires 'putting lives at risk' on Tyne and Wear
The fire service says tackling small blazes means crews may not be available for big emergencies.
'Desperate' worry over Nunnykirk School closure
Parents are concerned over their children's futures, and a petition against closure has been set up.
Durham University study finds migrating birds spending longer in Europe
Scientists are studying if birds that usually migrate to Africa are staying in Europe during winter.
Covid: Protect schools from anti-vax protests - Starmer
Councils should be able to use exclusion zones to stop the protests outside schools, Labour says.
Environment Agency seizes illegal traps threatening crayfish and eel
The Environment Agency has found more than 20 illegal traps in North East rivers and ponds.
A-level textbook withdrawn over 'shocking' Native American question
The exam board AQA apologises and says the textbook should never have been approved.
Covid: When can I get my Covid booster jab?
More than five million people in England have been offered a booster jab.
What are the Delta, Gamma, Beta and Alpha Covid variants?
UK officials are keeping a close watch on a new descendent of the Delta variant of Covid.
Why bonding over the Euros appeared to increase Covid cases in men
Psychologists say men need to be part of a group in order to vent their feelings and emotions.
Covid: Which children are being vaccinated and why?
All children aged 12-15 across the UK are being offered one dose of the Pfizer vaccine.
Sunderland man comes face to face with man who raped him
Chris Storey is waiving his right to anonymity in the hope of helping other people.
Berwick visually-impaired artist Amy Izat on new exhibition
Amy Izat hopes her work will show people what it is like to live with sight loss.
Newcastle v Tottenham: 'It all happened so quickly' - doctor tells BBC Breakfast about saving fan's life
Dr Tom Prichard tells BBC Breakfast about coming to the aid of an elderly Newcastle fan who collapsed near him during Sunday's game at home to Tottenham.
Newcastle United 2-3 Tottenham Hotspur: I'll carry on until I hear otherwise - Steve Bruce
Steve Bruce speaks about his future at Newcastle after their 3-2 defeat by Tottenham in his 1000th match as a manager.
Sam Fender admits to being 'really hungover' in BBC Breakfast interview
The musician and die-hard Newcastle fan travelled up to St James' Park to celebrate the club's takeover.
Queens Park Rangers 0-0 Sunderland (1-3 pens): League One side into quarters
League One Sunderland beat Championship side QPR on penalties to reach the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.
Newcastle takeover: No police action on Crystal Palace fans' banner
Police say no further action will be taken after a banner displayed by Crystal Palace fans targeted the Saudi Arabian-led takeover of Newcastle United.
Ben Stokes: England add all-rounder to Ashes squad
All-rounder Ben Stokes is added to England's squad for the Ashes after recovering from finger surgery and taking a break to prioritise his mental wellbeing.
Newcastle takeover: Police investigate Crystal Palace fans' banner criticising Saudi Arabian deal
Police are investigating a banner by Crystal Palace fans at their match on Saturday criticising the Saudi Arabian-led takeover of Newcastle.
Crystal Palace 1-1 Newcastle: Callum Wilson overhead kick rescues point for Graeme Jones' Magpies
Interim Newcastle boss Graeme Jones hails Callum Wilson as a "unique striker" after the 29-year-old's magnificent overhead kick earns the Magpies a point at Crystal Palace.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Pardew ready for Metalist threat
Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew says there will be no surprises from Metalist Kharkiv in their Europa League tie.
Kibirige signs Falcons pro deal
Newcastle Falcons winger Zach Kibirige signs a first professional contract at Kingston Park.
RFU trials ref-cam this weekend
The RFU will trial a "ref-cam" during the televised Championship game between Newcastle and London Scottish on Sunday.
Southampton game key - Larsson
Sunderland midfielder Sebastian Larsson thinks Saturday's match with Southampton is important to their survival chances.
Newcastle 1-3 Man City
Goals from Sergio Aguero, Javi Garcia and Yaya Toure earn Manchester City a deserved 3-1 win at Newcastle.
Man Utd 3-1 Sunderland
Manchester United restore their six-point advantage at the top of the Premier League after a 3-1 win over Sunderland.
O'Neill targets January signings
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill says he must strengthen his squad in the January transfer window as they look to avoid relegation.
O'Neill doubters wrong - Ferguson
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says it is "absolutely ridiculous" for anyone to question Martin O'Neill.
Pardew - one win could revive us
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew says beating Manchester City on Saturday could revive his team's stuttering Premier League campaign.
Harker to exit Durham post in May
David Harker is to stand down as Durham County Cricket Club chief executive in May 2013 after 20 years in the post.
Smith undaunted by Gateshead task
Anth Smith says he is not daunted by the pressure of taking charge at Blue Square Bet Premier side Gateshead.
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Climate activists hold Science Museum protest over fossil fuel sponsors
The activists say they will stay at London's Science Museum for "victims" of fossil fuel sponsors.
Leicester City marks anniversary of helicopter crash
The Foxes chairman and four others were killed in the crash outside the King Power Stadium in 2018.
Budget 2021: Sunak promises new post-Covid economy
Chancellor Rishi Sunak will outline further details of his spending plans at about 12:30 BST.
Girls Night In: 'Spiking is part of going out - so we're staying in'
Campaigners say the situation has reached "boiling point" and venues need to do more to keep them safe.
Emily Maitlis stalker 'will continue to brood and write letters'
Edward Vines is accused of attempting to breach a restraining order to not contact the presenter.
Unreasonable force in restraint of robber who died, inquest hears
An inquest jury finds aspects of Shane Bryant's restraint "more likely than not" contributed to his death.
COP26: Essex women help thousands live eco lifestyle
An eco social media group started by two women is now helping thousands of people make a difference.
Campaign to end sexual harassment on London transport launched
Victims and bystanders are urged to report incidents so action can be taken against offenders?.
Manchester Arena Inquiry: Trailing Salman Abedi would have led to bomb, families say
A senior MI5 officer says the Manchester Arena bomber could "conceivably" have revealed his plans.
Five men released in Brentwood murder investigation
Police are still questioning three men in connection with the deaths of two teenagers in Brentwood.
Queen will not attend COP26 climate change summit
Buckingham Palace says the Queen, who has been advised to rest, is "disappointed" not to attend.
Serving West Midlands Police officer charged with sexual assault
PC Joseph Powell of West Midlands Police is accused of an historical offence between 2009 and 2011.
Source: BBC News
