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'New Nostradamus' who predicted Queen's death shares chilling 2026 predictions
UK psychic Craig Hamilton-Parker, known as the 'new Nostradamus' who predicted the Queen's death and Covid-19 pandemic, has shared five startling predictions for 2026
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Drink-driver fined despite SEVEN convictions for failing to give breath sample
He previously had to be pepper sprayed after he refused to get out his car following a crash
Gardener killed after ride-on lawnmower fell on him in 'unimaginable' tragedy
Kamil Grygieniec, 23, was working for a County Durham firm when the lawnmower he was operating ended up in a pond
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State Pensioners hit by free bus pass change can get £150 travel savings - full list
Retirees could save almost £150 annually on travel costs - here's a full list of discounts available and more information on what to check
Eight car features set to be banned, from touchscreens to LED headlights
Common features won't be around much longer with some disappearing within four years
Nationwide says major UK change could make extra £30b available for customers
UK law is set to be amended to ease restrictions on how building societies fund their day-to-day activities
NHS measles warning issued with full list of symptoms of 'most contagious' disease
North East parents should ensure their children are vaccinated against measles
Taxi driver denies sexually assaulting passenger in his cab in North Tyneside
Malik Masood, of Teesside, will stand trial next March accused of sexual assault
Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane dies aged 53 following battle with ALS
The US actor, best known for his role in Grey's Anatomy, died on Thursday afternoon following a battle with ALS, which he was diagnosed with last year
The North Tyneside areas with the most reports of violent and sexual crimes in December 2025
The areas in North Tyneside with the highest number of violent and sexual offences during December 2025 have been revealed.
Calls for fairer fares on Tyne Valley railway line to match Northumberland Line
The rail operator has told passengers to book in advance for cheaper tickets
Hunt for new options to replace Gateshead Flyover's lost Five Bridges skate park
Skateboarding organisation Shred the North will carry out a study for Gateshead Council on how the Five Bridges skate park beneath the closed Gateshead Flyover can be replaced
Proposed North East padel and pickleball facility recommended for refusal despite popular support
Councillors will decide the fate of a proposed sporting facility next week
'Wicked' woman whacked poorly Tyneside pensioner over head with Prosecco bottle during robbery
Victoria Pedersen and another woman subjected the 74-year-old to a terrifying ordeal in her own home
National charity slams North East hospital over speech therapist role for Parkinson's patients that 'supported hundreds'
Parkinson's UK said the loss of a specialist speech and language therapist role went against "clear evidence"
Healthy life expectancy in North East falls over last decade, official figures show
A big gap has opened between the North East and better off areas of the country in the number of years people can expect to live in good health
TV star Si King inspired by his mum and Dave Myers as he backs campaign after visiting North East care firm
Si King, formerly one half of the TV's Hairy Bikers, visited a North East care team to support its new campaign
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor released under investigation after arrest
The former prince was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and has been released under investigation by police.
Unemployment in North East rises to highest level in 10 years
North East Chamber of Commerce said the new figures showed the scale of the challenges for those out of work
'Deplorable' Northumberland pervert who discussed sexually abusing baby jailed for sex offences
Ryan Michelini admitted a series of offences, including engaging in sexual activity in the presence of a child and taking, making and distributing indecent images