Newcastle and Tyne News

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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Barclays appeal against sexual abuse liability dismissed
The Court of Appeal upholds a ruling the bank would be liable if a doctor's sex assaults are proven.
Having an accent in politics
What difference does a person's accent make to getting on in politics?
Family pays tribute to Hexham man killed in Jedburgh crash
The 53-year-old died at the scene of a two-vehicle accident in the Scottish Borders more than a week ago.
Tyne and Wear Metro control room to get £12m upgrade
Passengers will face a weekend of disruption when new technology is installed next month.
Boat puts Great North Water Sculpture out of action
Repairs are under way but it is not known how long they will take.
Sunderland Parade of Sail marks Tall Ships festival end
Huge crowds turned out for the five-day festival in Sunderland.
Dwindling numbers in Northumberland's puffin colony could be the result of climate change
Every five years, rangers on the Farne Islands, off the Northumberland coast, carry out their puffin census to assess the health of the colonies on the Farnes.
The artist hiding 'little bottles of happiness'
The bottles containing a miniature watercolour and positive message are left for people to find.
George Ormond: Jail term for sex attacker 'not enough'
Two men abused by ex-football coach George Ormond have spoken out after he was jailed.
Tall Ships Sunderland: Festival draws huge crowds
Wearside is hosting more than 50 ships from 16 different countries during the five-day festival.
Marvel: The off-screen heroes bringing fantasy worlds to life
The artists who help create the look of the all-conquering blockbusters reveal their secrets.
Wahbi Khazri: Sunderland's Tunisia winger joins St Etienne for undisclosed fee
Tunisia captain Wahbi Khazri leaves Sunderland for French side Saint Etienne for an undisclosed fee.
T20 Blast: Yorkshire Vikings end Worcestershire Rapids unbeaten start
Yorkshire consign Worcestershire to their first T20 Blast defeat of the season with a 12-run win at New Road.

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.