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From black metal savagery to mythology inspired riff worship, the North East’s metal scene’s diversity makes it an area to watch in 2025, as Will Pollock discovers. Metal music is a genre of rock that is defined by dark lyricism, aggressive guitars and drums accompanied by intense vocal delivery. The genre is deeply rooted in […]
A pair of North-East filmmakers are launching a new production company to put the North-East on the map. Libby Walker, an actress and producer from South-Shields has teamed up with Neil Marshall, a North-East director behind films such as The Descent, Game of Thrones and Dog Soldiers, to launch their new production company ‘’Nana Peg […]
The Galapagos have had to find a precarious balance between protecting the animal and plant species within the archipelago and also protecting the tourism that the beauty and history of the islands attracts – Grace Stewart-Piercy looks into how this is finding a level. How does one of the World’s most beautiful locations balance the […]
Recent developments in AI technology have seen a surge of concern over its use, particularly for those in the gaming industry. Declan McCourt investigates. For many in the gaming world, the prospect of AI technology is an enticing one, bringing with it a whole host of exciting new opportunities from entirely AI generated quest lines […]
Robert Smith investigates the story of Leyla Ozturk, a young girl who suffered a neck injury in a football match. This injury led to her discovering that she had thyroid cancer, saving her life. It was just a standard Sunday morning for Leyla Ozturk as she prepared to play football for Skelton United. The game […]
One of the most delicious celebrations is just around the corner: Tuesday, March 4, is Pancake Day. Homemade pancakes are always good, but why not explore the wide range of pancakes that locations across Tyne and Wear offer? Whether it’s pancake recipes from around the world, bold and unique flavours, or classics made perfectly, here […]
Sunderland Cocktail Week, an annual celebration of mixology hosted by Sunderland BID and Culture, returned this year with an impressive lineup of over 30 participating venues. Running from January 31 to February 9, the event showcased a diverse range of cocktails, inviting locals and visitors alike to explore the city’s vibrant bar scene. In the […]
Since moving back to Darlington with his mother at the age of seven, one local resident has observed Palestinians face Islamophobia while also having their voices silenced by those who claim to be allies. Jason Hussein, whose father is from the West Bank in Palestine and mother is from Darlington, shares a personal connection to […]
Females tend to be diagnosed with ADHD at a much later age than males do, if diagnosed at all. This means that late diagnosed women therefore lack recieving support, help and education that they could have received in their earlier years, had they been diagnosed as children. ADHD should present in men and women in […]
The North East of England is celebrated for its rich heritage, vibrant culture, fascinating history, and breathtaking natural beauty. This region encompasses Northumberland, County Durham, Tyne and Wear, and even stretches into a small part of North Yorkshire. If you’re a nature enthusiast, here are some must-visit spots in and around the North East for […]
