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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Newcastle United: Photo released of alleged racist gesture at match
Northumbria Police is calling for the man, or anyone who knows him, to contact the force.
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.
Newcastle parent driving drop-off ban hailed a success
The roads outside three primary schools were closed for a day as part of a pilot scheme.
Search under way for woman swept out to sea at Hendon
Police say they were called out on Thursday evening following concerns for her welfare.
North East bus plan pledges cheaper fairs and better services
Leaders say the proposals will transform bus services in the north-east of England.
Newcastle United: Why is Saudi Arabia-led takeover controversial?
Here are some of the reasons why the Saudi-led consortium has proved controversial.
Olivia Burt's family say delays make their 'nightmare' worse
Olivia Burt, 20, died in February 2018 when a barrier collapsed outside a nightclub in Durham.
Newcastle United: Owners hold talks with former Roma boss Paulo Fonseca
Newcastle United's new owners have held talks with former Roma manager Paulo Fonseca as they continue their search for Steve Bruce's replacement.
Newcastle hospital patients facing nine-hour A&E wait
Health chiefs say Newcastle's Royal Victoria Infirmary is facing unprecedented pressures.
Gene silencing medicine transforms crippling pain
The NHS is set to fund innovative therapy that patients say has given them their lives back.
£78bn wage hit from pandemic lost learning - study
The recovery spending on education in England needs to quadruple to prevent lasting harm, experts say.
Rare New England shilling found in Bywell Hall sweet tin
The New England shilling dates from 1652 and was found amongst a forgotten coin collection.
Covid: When can I get my Covid booster jab?
More than four million people have had a Covid vaccine booster dose.
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.
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.
Newcastle United takeover: Amanda Staveley arrives at St James' Park for first day in charge
Amanda Staveley arrives at St James' Park alongside Mehrdad Ghodoussi for the first time since the Newcastle United takeover.
Graeme Jones to take charge of Newcastle's next two games after Steve Bruce exit
Newcastle interim boss Graeme Jones says he was "upset" to see Steve Bruce leave, but is focused on preparing the team for the next two games.
Crystal Palace v Newcastle United
Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Newcastle United.
Premiership: Gloucester v Newcastle Falcons (Sat)
Team news as Gloucester host Newcastle in Saturday's Premiership fixture at Kingsholm (15:00 BST).
Steve Bruce leaves Newcastle by mutual consent after Saudi takeover
Manager Steve Bruce leaves Newcastle United by mutual consent just 13 days after the Saudi Arabia-backed £305m takeover of the Premier League side was completed.
Ben Stokes: Australia spinner Nathan Lyon expects England all-rounder to return for Ashes
Australia spinner Nathan Lyon expects England all-rounder Ben Stokes to play some part in the 2021-22 Ashes series.
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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Manchester Arena attack: Man arrested on suspicion of terror offence
The 24-year-old is detained at Manchester Airport on suspicion of a terrorism offence.
'Undoubted failings' by Nottingham hospitals trust in baby death
Healthcare professionals failed to carry out correct tests during Teddy's care, a coroner says.
Right-wing terrorism suspects deny 3D-printed firearm charges
Three people from West Yorkshire and a fourth from Wales were charged after a right-wing terror probe.
Sarah Everard: Five police officers facing action over social media messages
Five officers have cases to answer over messages sent on WhatsApp and Signal, the police watchdog says.
Portsmouth: Two people seriously injured in house explosion
More than 30 firefighters tackle a blaze which sent smoke over the surrounding area.
Drink spiking: Man jailed for sexual assault on unconscious woman
Sean Howarth carried his victim to a hotel room after spiking her drink with cocaine, police say.
Woman's runaway skunk found at Worksop B&Q store
Tilikum is reunited with his owner after being discovered outside the DIY store.
Gloucestershire fire chief cleared of fraud over vehicle purchase
Gloucestershire fire service's former leader is cleared of fraudulently buying a Land Rover.
Leicester Diwali attendees urged to take lateral flow tests
People heading to Leicester's light switch-on are being asked to take tests to stop Covid spreading.
Stephen Port: First victim's death not taken seriously, mother says
Stephen Port raped and murdered Anthony Walgate and three other men using overdoses of the drug GHB.
Berrow death: David Jackson was no threat when killed by wife, jury told
David Jackson was stabbed by his wife Penelope in their home after a row over a meal, jurors hear.
Fisherman's Friend tycoon leaves £41m to hometown Fleetwood
Doreen Lofthouse donates her fortune to a charity that strives to develop her hometown Fleetwood.
Source: BBC News
