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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 […]
There are many stages in life where it can feel like you’re not exactly going anywhere. University is one of those stages for me. As much as I’m working towards something, that thing being my Journalism degree, I feel very stuck. Sometimes it feels like I’m not really doing anything, I’m only waiting around to get […]
This weekend’s North East derby between Sunderland AFC Women and Newcastle United Women is expected to break the attendance record for a Women’s Championship match. Sunderland revealed that 12,000 tickets were sold for the fixture at the Stadium of Light on October 13 – and the club is now aiming to sell 20,000. 12,000 […]
Spark Sunderland spoke to newly appointed UoS Spartans American Football Committee Member, Finlay McIntyre, who joined Sunderland’s team only this year. After completing a year on the team, he has made countless friends, of all ages, religions, and ethnicities, in which they’ve made a safe space for his first year at university. He’s also arguably […]
Patients in need of maternity services within the North East of England are “at risk”, according to a watchdog, in January 2024. In a Care Quality Commission (CQC) report at Middlesbrough’s James Cook University Hospital, staff shortages are causing midwives to be overstretched on shift. They are struggling to give mothers and babies the care […]
A secret culinary gem can be found amid the busy streets of the Northeast United Kingdom, where variety flourishes and cultures collide: a collection of Asian eateries that have been quietly winning over residents and visitors alike with their outstanding food. This is the tale of eight of these places, each a shining example of […]
The UK government stated it plans to introduce a new tax on vapes and vaping products alongside a plan to ban disposable vapes to try and tackle the epidemic of children vaping. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt stated in the 2024 Budget that a new duty for vaping products will come into action by October 2026. The […]
By Adam Bell The East London side are reportedly interested in the North East’s marquee man in an attempt to bolster their squad. West Ham are one of the Premier League clubs including Crystal Palace, Burnley and Brentford who are weighing up a move for the 23-year-old – according to the Evening Standard. Premier League […]
