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25 years in prison for smuggler
A UK-BASED people smuggler who helped to “ruthlessly and cynically” exploit migrants as part of a £12 million illegal boat crossing operation has been jailed for 25 years.
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May 21, 2025
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Chancellor has no plans to reduce Isa annual limit
CHANCELLOR Rachel Reeves has confirmed she does not plan to reduce the £20,000 limit on the amount that can be put into Isas each year.
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May 21, 2025
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Sobering reading
TWO stories in today's Journal - the financial situation facing St Oswald's Hospice, and the work done by food bank charity Trussell - both make for sobering reading.
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May 21, 2025
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Sentencing delayed on driver who caused crash
A PERSONAL trainer who caused a major crash on the Al which landed several police officers in hospital has seen his sentencing delayed due to a dispute over his driving record.
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May 21, 2025
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Academy product Cassap signs first professional contract
EMILY Cassap has signed a professional contract with Sunderland.
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May 21, 2025
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FORMER MAGPIE'S CLUB IS LINKED WITH MOVE FOR ISAK
FORMER Newcastle United star Yohan Cabaye has told his old club they must do everything in their power to keep hold of Alexander Isak - despite his current club Paris St Germain being linked with the striker.
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May 21, 2025
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Insolvencies hit highest level in April since July
BUSINESS insolvencies rose in April to their highest level since July last year after firms faced fresh tax increases, according to official data.
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May 21, 2025
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Inflation jump expected
UK inflation is expected to jump to its highest level for over a year when official figures are released today after “awful April” bill hikes sent the cost of living soaring.
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May 21, 2025
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Plans for Old Town Hall regeneration revealed
REGENERATION experts have revealed how Gateshead’s Old Town Hall could be transformed intro hundreds of new homes.
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May 21, 2025
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Hospice facing deficit of over £1m this year
A NORTH East hospice is facing a deficit of more than £1 million this year.
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May 21, 2025
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Bearman is 'living the dream' in F1
FORMULA ONE British driver Oliver Bearman says he is “living the dream” in Formula One as the youngster widely tipped as a future Ferrari star gears up for the prestigious Monaco Grand Prix.
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May 21, 2025
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Zelensky stays wary
UNITED States President Donald Trump's telephone calls with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine have deepened expectations that progress might soon be made on ending the war in Ukraine, though frustration at the slow pace of negotiations and the absence of any significant breakthrough has kept hopes low.
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May 21, 2025
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Mayor showcases region's 'unique offer' to investors
INVESTMENT opportunities in the North East worth £14bn have been showcased at the UK's biggest property event.
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May 21, 2025
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Mastercard to pay £200m compensation
MILLIONS of consumers are set to receive up to £70 each following the final approval of a £200m settlement against payment card provider Mastercard.
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May 21, 2025
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Cambois datacentre construction expected to take a decade
THE timeline for delivery of a cutting-edge datacentre in Northumberland has been revealed in new documents.
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May 21, 2025
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Lloyds chief quizzed by MPs over motor finance scandal
LLOYDS Banking Group's chief executive, Charlie Nunn, was put under the spotlight by the Treasury Select Committee yesterday regarding the bank's historical involvement in the motor finance market.
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May 21, 2025
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Wilson: I don't want career to fizzle out
Star's future undecided – but he's keen to play on
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May 21, 2025
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Wilder backing Blades to put an end to their play-off hoodoo
'WE'RE A WINNING TEAM', SAYS BOSS
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May 21, 2025
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Woman, 80, hit by car
A PEDESTRIAN in her 80s suffered serious injuries after being hit by a car in Northumberland.
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May 21, 2025
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Evans wants to see 'brilliant' Dan lead Cats back to the top flight
DAN Neil will be hoping to join a select band on Saturday and stand alongside Northern Ireland international Corry Evans as one of the few Sunderland captains to have lifted silverware at Wembley.
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May 21, 2025
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Brothers aged nine and 11 up for film award
TALENTED young film-makers in the region are enjoying a share of the spotlight having been nominated for UK-wide awards which are set to be announced next month to an audience including movie stars including Daniel Craig and Lily James.
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May 21, 2025
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I'd love people to realise that the world is marvellous
BEER-BREWING nuns in Bavaria and Romanian witches were just some of Joanna Lumley’s more memorable encounters during her latest television journey.
4 min |
May 21, 2025
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United need to use all power to keep top striker
FORMER MAGPIE'S CLUB IS LINKED WITH MOVE FOR ISAK
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May 21, 2025
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Report shows Glasshouse is a shining success
IN music to North East ears, the chief executive of The Glasshouse in Gateshead is today sharing a report on its success which reveals it has added a whopping £681m to the economy.
2 min |
May 21, 2025
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United target announces he will be leaving Lille
NEWCASTLE United midfield target Angel Gomes has confirmed he will be leaving French side Lille this summer - on a free transfer.
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May 21, 2025
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Artist Jim back in North East
A FAMOUS face was back in Newcastle - and very excited to be here - for the opening of an exhibition of his artwork which captures the landscapes of Northumberland in all their bold and beautiful glory.
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May 21, 2025
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THE KING AND I
Priscilla Presley is turning 80. Here MARION MCMULLEN looks at the girl who won the heart of a music icon then became a star in her own right
3 min |
May 21, 2025
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Maguire: I'm surprised by fans' backing
HARRY Maguire admits the Manchester United dressing room has been taken aback by the “remarkable” way fans have supported them during a disappointing campaign they are desperate to end on a high with Europa League glory.
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May 21, 2025
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A 'wake-up call' for Government
NEARLY 130,000 emergency food parcels were provided to families in the North East in the last year, new figures show.
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May 21, 2025
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Change is gonna come with Sam Cook's Test debut
SAM COOK will make his England debut in this week's Test against Zimbabwe, with fellow seamer Josh Tongue returning to the side for the first time in two years.
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