In Pictures: Carol service brings some joy at end of difficult year for royals
The King and Princess of Wales revealed they had been diagnosed with cancer during a difficult year for the royal family.
Three dead in Channel as migrant crossings continue
At least three people have died attempting to cross the Channel in small boats, French authorities have confirmed. A large-scale rescue operation off the coast of Sangatte, near Calais, began early on ...
Kavelashvili inaugurated as Georgia’s president, complicating path towards EU
Outgoing president Salome Zourabichvili said she will leave the Orbeliani Palace in Tbilisi but insisted she is still the legitimate office holder.
At least two people die in Channel as migrant crossings continue
At least two people have died attempting to cross the Channel in small boats, French media have reported. French authorities have mounted a rescue operation off Sangatte, near Calais, following an ...
Two men 'robbed and assaulted' by gang near Loftus pub
Two men were 'robbed and assaulted' during an incident outside a high street pub - with police now appealing for witnesses.
More than 165 dead as plane crashes off runway in South Korea and catches fire
The Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 was returning from Bangkok with 181 people on board when its front landing gear is believed to have malfunctioned.
The Queerish Bookshop, in Darlington, announces closure
A 'queer and radical' Darlington bookshop has announced it will be closing its physical store - leaving bookworms 'gutted'.
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Liam Delap can become ‘important player’ for England – Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has tipped Ipswich forward Liam Delap to break into the England squad. Maresca knows Delap well, having worked with him during his time as a coach at Manchester City. The ...
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Middlesbrough XL bully owner served with destruction order
A Middlesbrough man has been ordered to comply with specific conditions to prevent the destruction of his XL Bully-type dog, Blue, following a court decision. Dylan Hanlon, 26, of Marrick Road, ...
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Darlington-based salon firm Saks celebrates 50th anniversary
It all started with 70s cuts and blow dries from one salon on Darlington’s Priestgate - and now, 50 years on, a popular hair salon firm remains at the cutting edge of the industry. Hairdressing chains ...
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Newcastle boss Eddie Howe praises ‘low maintenance’ Martin Dubravka
Keeper Martin Dubravka will renew acquaintances with Manchester United on Monday having come in from the cold to play his part in Newcastle’s December revival. The 35-year-old Slovakia international ...
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Barnard Castle: Location 'thriving' with blend of shops
Shoppers have said that a County Durham high street is 'thriving' with its blend of independent shops and national retailers. Barnard Castle is a historic market town celebrated for its rich heritage ...