Britain’s answer to The Grammys. The Brit Awards was shrouded in controversy last night. From Skepta and Stormzy’s performances being heavily muted to Chris Martin’s disappointing performance in tribute to George Michael, the celebration of UK music was at the centre of rumours of hacking. During the show, broadcast on […]
Travel is apparently the secret to true happiness, according to new statistics. Global research found that 70 per cent of people find that travelling brings them more happiness than material possessions, with 77 per cent saying they book holidays just when they are in need of a happiness boost. Emma […]
Storm Doris battered the region today with strong winds and heavy rain causing chaos to travellers going from and coming to the North East. Here is a rundown of what issues the storm caused in the North East today: Flights across the UK have been affected due to bad weather […]
Revolution is one of the first properties in Sunderland to be damaged by the explosive storm named Storm Doris. Around 2pm, the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service responded to a call at Revolution regarding a pair of panel windows broken by the storm. Graham Madge, spokesman for the […]
Hundreds of protesters gathered in Newcastle city centre on February 20, 2017 to “Stand up to Trump” and his policies. People sent their messages against the President of the United States of America, saying no to Islamophobia, racism and sexism. The protest was called by Newcastle Unites and supported by the […]
People in Sunderland have sent their well wishes to Bradley Lowery after the five-year-old cancer sufferer was diagnosed with a new tumour. His family have now announced through social media that the latest scans showed a growth on his back. Bradley Lowery from Blackhall, Country Durham, was first diagnosed with […]
Popular nightclub Sankeys has decided to relocate to Newcastle following the closure of Manchester’s famous nightclub last month. The Manchester clubbing venue closed down in January due to the Cotton Mill building being sold to a property developer, with plans to turn it into apartments. Following that news, Sankeys decided […]
In a week in which former Sunderland striker Asamoah Gyan was warned by the United Arab Emirates Football Association after being found guilty of having ‘unethical hair’, we look at the questionable barnets of past and present North East players. Gyan, who played 34 times for the Black cats, was […]
The Great North Museum is set to host it’s first ‘adult’s only sleepover’, allowing attendees to sleep next to mummies, skeletons, or even a T-Rex. For £75 on Saturday March 4, visitors will be treated to a drinks bar, food, a DJ, and more throughout the night. The Cornshed Sisters […]
Girl group Little mix have won their first Brit award for their song ‘Shout Out To My Ex’. The track, which was number one on the singles chart for three weeks after its release, won best British single at the prestigious awards. The group, which includes two North East singers, also […]