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Northumbria Police have introduced new facial recognition technology to help identify those involved in criminal activities. Over three days last week, 19 people involved in the violent disorder across Sunderland in August 2024 were arrested with the help of innovative new software which is designed to help police track down those responsible. The force have […]
Northern’s Chief Operating Officer, Matt Rice, has responded to the recent complaints about the delays and cancellations of Northern trains in the North East region. Between October 13th and November 9th, 71% of trains arrived within three minutes of their scheduled times, however, some passengers were still heavily affected by these delays and cancellations. Harry […]
Labour has long been the dominant political force in Newcastle and much of the North East, holding firm for nearly a century. Since 1923, Newcastle Upon Tyne Central has only elected Conservative MPs on three occasions, underlining Labour’s enduring stronghold in the region. However, the May local elections signaled a potential shift in the political […]
Climate change is a global issue that affects not only humans but also animals. The World Economic Forum highlights the strong connection between climate change and rising sea levels, stating: “Climate change is the primary driver of global sea level rise.” They explain further: “As the Earth’s temperature increases, polar ice caps and glaciers melt, […]
Rizzle Kicks are officially back, and their new single “New Sport” is exactly what we’ve been missing. After nearly a decade away, Jordan Stephens and Harley Sulé have made a long-awaited return, bringing a fresh sound that’s bound to light up North East playlists. While their new album Competition Is For Losers is on the horizon, it’s New […]
The Chinese, Malaysian, and Indonesian Societies’ Speed Friendmaking event encouraged student connections on November 11 at Sunderland’s CitySpace. C.I.Y Food Store provided soft drinks and speciality snacks, including vegetarian-friendly choices, for the event participants. To encourage social interaction, organisers provided topic note boxes to help participants initiate conversations. As they enjoyed the special snacks, they also […]
Ricky Gervais’s Mortality tour in Newcastle took an unexpected turn last Thursday when a witness reported an altercation breaking out in the crowd Gervais has enjoyed a highly successful career in comedy and television, best known for The Office and, more recently, After Life, which offers a poignant portrayal of the challenges a spouse faces […]
The Chinese Society at the University of Sunderland, originally established in the 2022/2023 academic year, has made a strong comeback this year after a brief hiatus. Activities were paused last semester following the previous president’s return to China. However, the society has been reinvigorated under the leadership of new president Yihan Wang, who has worked […]
A Newcastle care home remains in ‘special measures’ after inspectors continued to find fault with the safety of its services. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has announced it is taking steps to protect residents at Bowland Lodge, located in the Benwell area of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, after they rated the care home as overall ‘inadequate’ for a […]
Glastonbury Festival have changed their ticket system for 2025, adding a queue to purchases ahead of ticket sales going up next week. Anyone attempting to purchase festival tickets (on November 14 and November 19) will be automatically assigned a random place in the queue. Below is all the information needed for anyone planning to attend […]
