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The Journal
Government's 'no say in Open'
GOLF Downing Street says the hosting of the Open is a matter for the organisers amid claims US President Donald Trump has made repeated requests to Sir Keir Starmer for the 2028 event to be held at his Turnberry course.
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April 30, 2025

The Journal
£20m 'not at risk' says city council
NORTH East council has been given two more years to spend almost £20m of Government money on a new leisure centre hit by a series of delays.
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April 30, 2025
The Journal
Botman back but Howe easing him in
NEWCASTLE United will ease Sven Botman back into first-team duties after the Dutchman made his eagerly-awaited return to Eddie Howe’s senior side over the weekend.
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April 30, 2025
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River 'rescue' starts campaign
THE Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) has held a river rescue demonstration to kickstart a national water safety campaign.
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April 30, 2025
The Journal
Amazon 'won't list tariff costs next to its prices'
AMAZON is not planning to list added tariff costs next to product prices on its site - despite speculation spanning from a report that claimed the e-commerce giant would soon show new import charges, as well as fiery comments from US President Donald Trump's White House denouncing such a move.
1 min |
April 30, 2025
The Journal
Bank accused of hampering cryptocurrency’s advance
THE Bank of England's “prescriptive” rules could potentially “killing” London’s chances of becoming a global hub for stablecoins, according to a warning from an industry body.
1 min |
April 30, 2025
The Journal
Woman skydiver killed
A woman has tragically died in a sky diving incident.
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April 30, 2025

The Journal
Demolition plan for unsafe Fish Quay buildings
NORTH Tyneside Council has drawn up plans to demolish unsafe buildings forming part of a historic Fish Quay factory.
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April 30, 2025
The Journal
Isak feeling the weight as he carries heavy goal burden on his own
MAGPIES MUST BRING IN BACK-UP FOR STAR STRIKER
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April 30, 2025
The Journal
Moore finds positives in 'disappointing' U18s defeat to rivals
SUNDERLAND U18 lead coach Jordan Moore admitted “we're a bit disappointed” following Saturday's 3-1 defeat to Newcastle United.
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April 30, 2025
The Journal
North East firms 'leading the UK in confidence'
North East business confidence ran counter to the overall UK trend, according to the Lloyds Business Barometer
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April 30, 2025
The Journal
Comedian cancels dates after cancer diagnosis
POPULAR comedian Milton Jones has been forced to cancel and reschedule all of the summer dates in his tour following a diagnosis of prostate cancer.
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April 30, 2025

The Journal
BORN TO BE WILDE
OSCAR WILDE FOUND HIMSELF IN COURT 130 YEARS AGO. MARION MCMULLEN LOOKS AT THE TUMULTUOUS LIFE OF THE WRITER AND WIT
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April 30, 2025
The Journal
Site proves it is fertile territory for Roman finds
An inch-long phallus discovered during excavations at a Roman fort in Northumberland has been described as a \"wonderful little artefact\".
1 min |
April 30, 2025
The Journal
Carney claims victory
PRIME minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party won Canada’s federal election on Monday, capping a stunning turnaround in fortunes fuelled by United States President Donald Trump's annexation threats and trade war.
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April 30, 2025

The Journal
Sun-seekers swelter on a distant summer's day
A SUN-DRENCHED summer's day in the 1950s and thousands of day trippers and holidaymakers were packed on to the beach at Tynemouth Longsands.
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April 30, 2025
The Journal
Rural pub and hotel on market for £750,000
A POPULAR Northumberland pub dating back to the 1700s is up for sale with new property agents as the owner looks to retire.
1 min |
April 30, 2025

The Journal
£200m development at port
TEESPORT operator PD Ports is hoping to help create a “significant” number of new jobs after outlining plans for a £200m development for the renewable energy industry.
2 min |
April 30, 2025
The Journal
Villages are rated top for short breaks this spring
TWO Northumberland destinations have been named among the best places in the UK to enjoy an unforgettable spring staycation.
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April 30, 2025

The Journal
Keep the wind-up going, insists Khan
AMIR Khan believes Daniel Dubois should keep winding up Oleksandr Usyk to realise his dream of becoming undisputed world heavyweight champion.
2 min |
April 30, 2025
The Journal
Mayor suggests tourist tax plans 'getting there'
PLANS to charge visitors to the North East with a new tourist tax could be edging closer to reality, the region's mayor has suggested.
2 min |
April 30, 2025

The Journal
Oldest surviving part of St James' Park has a story to tell
PERCHED high over the city of Newcastle and undoubtedly one of the UK’s most spectacular sporting locations, St James’ Park’s only visual flaw is its disproportionately small East Stand.
2 min |
April 30, 2025
The Journal
Man denies killing two and dumping remains near Clifton Bridge
A MAN accused of killing two people and dumping their remains in suitcases near the Clifton Suspension Bridge, in Bristol, yesterday pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of one of the victims.
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April 30, 2025
The Journal
Le Bris must find a way to get Black Cats back up to speed - and quick
IT’S difficult for fans to summon up any sort of enthusiasm for Sunderland at the moment as they lurch from one defeat to another.
2 min |
April 30, 2025

The Journal
Chilly dip, anyone?
Make the most of longer days with a paddle or swim at these seaside destinations, By SARAH MARSHALL
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April 30, 2025
The Journal
Sycamore Gap tree accused 'revelled in infamy' court told
TWO men who allegedly carried out a \"moronic mission\" to fell the Sycamore Gap tree in Northumberland appeared to have been \"revelling\" in the infamy of their \"mindless vandalism\" and recorded it on a phone, a court heard.
1 min |
April 30, 2025
The Journal
Bandits duo reign over Monarchs
SPEEDWAY
1 min |
April 29, 2025
The Journal
Close loopholes that allow youth vaping to flourish
THE aims of the landmark Tobacco and Vapes Bill, now making its way through parliament, are accepted by the major parties and most people.
2 min |
April 29, 2025

The Journal
Will Nelson's hair be a snip at auction?
A LOCK of hair taken from one of Britain's greatest military heroes after his death in battle is to be auctioned on Tyneside.
2 min |
April 29, 2025
The Journal
Woodland one of the best for a wellbeing break
A NORTHUMBERLAND woodland has been named one of the best in the UK for a mental wellbeing break.
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