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Xhaka insists there's no excuse for Cats' Cottagers capitulation
Granit Xhaka delivered a blunt message to Sunderland supporters after the Black Cats were beaten by Fulham at the Stadium of Light.
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February 25, 2026
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Magpies academy trio sign their first professional deals
Michael Mills, Alfie Hutchison and Oliver Goodbrand have signed professional deals with Newcastle United.
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February 25, 2026
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Check out Harry Hill's podcast show for a sur-really good listen
Podcast pick
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February 25, 2026
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We must do more than merely stay up this season, says Cats star Roefs
Robin Roefs admits Sunderland must urgently address their set-piece issues after Sunday's 3-1 defeat to Fulham at the Stadium of Light.
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February 25, 2026
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'We both agreed that we were going to get pretty graphic'
Amanda Seyfried joins director Mona Fastvold to discuss portraying the real-life experience of childbirth in The Testament Of Ann Lee which hits cinemas this week
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February 25, 2026
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Reform cruel and callous
Great news guys - Nigel Farage's Reform UK are to take 5p off the price of a pint!
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February 25, 2026
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Ambulance service to press ahead with solar power projects thanks to funding
Ambulance chiefs in the North East aim to cut costs and improve the service's carbon footprint by with new solar panel project.
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February 25, 2026
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Follow the yellow brick road
Follow the yellow brick road to The Customs House for the family show, Dennis’ Wicked Adventure in Oz.
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February 25, 2026
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Herbal teas have gone to the dogs... and gnus and monkeys!
Tea has moved on from the days when talking chimpanzees were seen as the obvious symbol of the great British cuppa.
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February 25, 2026
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Charity shops: which items can and can't be donated?
Store manager Gerry reveals what used items you can drop off and what to avoid 'donating'
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February 25, 2026
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Former Sunderland coach Poyet on Marcos, miracles and the media
Former Sunderland boss Gus Poyet has spoken about the 'awful' summer recruitment policy that shaped his first full season at the club, and ultimately led to his dismissal at the Stadium of Light.
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February 25, 2026
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'We all have a role in keeping children from being exploited'
A crime-fighting charity is calling on people in South Tyneside to be alert to the signs of children and young people being manipulated, coerced and controlled by adults.
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February 25, 2026
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Ireland camp keeping an eye on Lowe injury
Ireland are monitoring the groin injury sustained by James Lowe during last Saturday's Guinness Six Nations victory over England.
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February 25, 2026
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Iroko among the runners in the Chase for victory
Randox Grand National favourite Iroko will face a maximum of seven rivals in the bet365 Premier Chase at Kelso on Saturday.
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February 25, 2026
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Ring greats get set for a second Las Vegas fight
Floyd Mayweather is to face Manny Pacquiao in a rematch of the richest fight in history in Las Vegas on September 19.
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February 25, 2026
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Diva should be set for success in Shropshire
Tankardstown Diva can make course and distance form count in the Pyoneer Ale Mares’ Handicap Hurdle at Ludlow.
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February 25, 2026
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The Cardiff City Stadium will host Wales and Fiji
Cardiff City Stadium will host Wales’ inaugural Nations Championship match with Fiji on July 4.
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February 25, 2026
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A right to protest peacefully is part of our democracy
Founded in 2020, Palestine Action first came to prominence or notoriety for its attack on an aerodrome, owned by Elbit Systems, defacing fighter jets involved in the Israel's genocide in Gaza.
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February 25, 2026
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Ambitious regeneration plans and commitment to residents win praise
Council chiefs in South Tyneside have been praised in an independent report for building strong partnerships, ambitious regeneration programme and long-term commitment to improving the lives of local residents.
2 min |
February 25, 2026
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Marine School lecturer put behind bars after he was caught drug dealing
A respected maritime lecturer whose career received royal recognition has been jailed for drug dealing in a bid to help a homeless man and bulk buying methamphetamine for his \"party lifestyle\".
2 min |
February 25, 2026
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New ANTM documentary shows that not all reality TV ages well
Jennifer Cartwright on Reality Check
3 min |
February 25, 2026
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Drunk care worker banned from driving
A drunk nursing home worker who carried on driving after damaging a tyre on a pothole in South Tyneside has been banned from the roads.
1 min |
February 25, 2026
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These wonderful cats and dogs are looking for homes
These beautiful pets are all looking to find their forever home in the North East.
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February 25, 2026
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Newcastle linked with Roma's attacking midfielder Pellegrini
Newcastle United have been linked with a move for AS Roma midfielder Lorenzo Pellegrini.
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February 25, 2026
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'HE LOST IT ALL'
Once respected South Shields lecturer who received royal recognition for his work has been jailed for drug dealing
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February 25, 2026
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Join Fearne and guests in her Happy Place
Fearne Cotton's celebrated Happy Place festival returns this year with guest speakers including Ruby Wax, Tulisa, Matt Haig and Tom Read Wilson.
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February 25, 2026
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IOC president hails 'new kind of Winter Games'
International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry paid tribute to “a new kind of Winter Games’ as she declared the Milan and Cortina edition closed.
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February 24, 2026
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Care home staff celebrate 'good' inspection rating
A South Tyneside care home has been classed as 'good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) as it awarded its second highest rating possible.
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February 24, 2026
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Favourite Jessie dedicates win to her daughter
Jessie Buckley was the favourite to win best actress and came through, accepting the award for her portrayal of Shakespeare's grieving wife Agnes in Hamnet.
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February 24, 2026
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Xhaka shows his support for Mundle after 'appalling' online racist abuse
Granit Xhaka has publicly backed teammate Romaine Mundle following Sunderland's statement condemning alleged racist abuse directed at the winger.
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