“We’re seeing more and more intergenerational solidarity: older activists bringing wisdom from past movements, and younger ...

SunLife’s data further indicates that the rise in direct cremations year on year is a result of economising measures. In 2023 ...

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Cyber-attacks have increased due to the world’s increased connectivity during the pandemic. Which strategies should you use to combat them? Globally, the world has resorted to the virtual world since ...

The 2025 Manchester Marathon saw over 36,000 runners tackle the 26.2-mile route from Old Trafford through Stretford and Altrincham, finishing in Manchester city centre. Seamus Solan was there for ...

Preparatory works have now begun for the development of the new Crown Works Studios on the banks of the River Wear. The plans were initially granted approval back in May 2024, with Sunderland City ...

South Shields FC’s 1st Cloud Arena played host to a charity football showcase between content creators and supporters alike. The unofficial Tyne-Wear Derby game starred names such as Adam Pearson, ...

Jack McArdle looks at the big question facing most aspiring British tennis players: College in the US versus staying in the UK? When tennis prodigy Felix Mischker tells you that life on the tennis ...

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Glastonbury has unveiled its initial lineup, and among the star-studded names is South Shields’ very ownown JADE, performing alongside headliners such as The 1975, Olivia Rodrigo, RAYE, and Charli XCX ...

Sunderland dog walkers could face on-the-spot fines of £100 if they are caught walking their dogs on prohibited sections of Roker and Seaburn beaches, after annual bans came into force earlier in the ...

Durham’s Ramside Hall will be the venue for this year’s Team Sunderland Annual Sports Ball. The end-of-year event celebrates the achievements of all their sporting clubs and teams and can reflect on ...