National Literacy Trust has paired up with the North East in a campaign called Read North East with the goal of raising children’s literacy levels. Clare Argar, Head of Community Campaigns and Programmes at the National Literacy Trust said: “Analysis found that 60% of wards in the North East are […]
A Newcastle based feminist group is urging young women to read more books after the success of the Book Fairies on International Women’s day. Sisters Uncut Newcastle, a feminist group based in the North East explained why literature is important for young women: A spokesperson for the group said: “When […]
A Sunderland activist fighting for equal rights for gender identities and sexual orientations says it is “beyond pathetic” that countries are considering banning Disney’s new Beauty and the Beast film because of a homosexual character. The live-action Disney movie is set to be released in the UK on 17th March. […]
A petition online to put a maximum of £1,200 a year on car insurance for 18-25 year old’s has gained a lot of momentum in recent months. Angry young drivers around the UK have been signing the petition since it began, just under six months ago. But as the petition […]
Red wine has already been associated with blood thinning properties in the past, but now, it may also make you smarter. A study by Tim Eschle at Northumbria University last year was conducted to find out if a component in wine named Resveratrol had positive effects on the brain and […]
Since Donald Trump has taken his seat in The White House, it seems that the world has gone back in time. Not only have his controversial decisions been accused of being old fashioned, but people are trying to get their voice back. With protests, marches and rallies spreading all over […]
There was no stopping the young people. Even the typical North East Autumn weather couldn’t break their spirits. From Penshaw Monument to the Angel of the North, they were determined to finish their 8.5k sponsored walk. With their Christmas jumpers keeping them warm, and working as a group to cheer […]
(Photo credit: Independent) Some of the North East’s finest Olympians and Paralympians took part in a bus parade in Manchester today to celebrate their record-breaking performances in Rio. Olympic star Aly Dixon has hailed the celebration parade for giving athletes the chance to thank the British public for their support in […]