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Two students have been confirmed dead after a meningitis outbreak at the University of Kent, with 11 more showcasing symptoms of the disease. The UK Health Security Agency has contacted more than 30,000 students, their families and staff at the University, advising them to get antibiotics “without delay”. Trish Mannes of the UKHSA said in […]
Actor Nathan Fillion, along with the rest of the cast, has been teasing a reunion of Firefly. While many have speculated how the beloved show will return, Fillion confirmed the return of beloved series Firefly on March 15. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Once We Were Spacemen (@oncewewerespacemen) […]
Following Australia’s ban on social media for under-16s, the UK government is now considering the same. Last year, Australia enforced a ban on several social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and Tik Tok, and now the UK government is considering following suit. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that stricter restrictions would be placed on […]
There are many facts that can be told about iconic landmarks, but none of them can make you experience the true emotion these places hold like a poem can. Here are a selection of poems that keep the passion and voice of the North East alive.:
Matilda the Musical returns to the Sunderland Empire Theatre Stage for a three-week engagement, bringing us a heartfelt story of imagination and finding where and with whom you belong. All wrapped in a bundle of childlike joy and curiosity, something that feels more important to hold onto than ever. A Royal Shakespeare Company production, with […]
With Spring just around the corner we’ve put together a selection of activities to get your adrenaline pumping and kick start the season! Endless Adventure North East Endless Adventure North East offer a range of outdoor activities, suitable for children and adults. The business was founded in 2012, and it offers a unique experience for […]
Radio 1’s Big Weekend is coming to Sunderland this year, and the big question everyone is asking is who will be playing the festival? I’ve done some research and this is my prediction for this year’s show. Louis Tomlinson Former One Direction member Louis Tomlinson has recently released his third solo album, How did […]
Two park cafés in Newcastle city centre are closing with the council blaming an increase in running costs. The café at Paddy Freeman’s park was closed with immediate effect on 27th January and staff have been transferred over to the Exhibition Park café which will close from the 9th February. One staff member, who asked […]
The National Glass Centre is showing Sunderland graduates’ art in a final exhibition in the Main Gallery before its closure in July. The exhibition – called The Graduates – contains work by staff and graduates of the University of Sunderland’s Glass and Ceramics course. Visitors can admire the work of the 51 artists from January […]
Fawlty Towers is bringing laughter to the Sunderland Empire stage as part of its 2026 UK and Ireland tour, following its critically acclaimed West End run. Adapted from the award-winning British television comedy created by John Cleese and Connie Booth, Fawlty Towers: The Play has been adapted for the stage by Cleese himself and is […]
