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Man's body found on banks of River Tyne in Newcastle after major emergency services response
An area was cordoned off on Sunday near the River Tyne at Newburn, Newcastle
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What Iran war could mean for you - from surging fuel prices to mortgage costs
UK economy considered vulnerable as Middle East conflict escalates
Dubai's military gives update as UAE faces 'barrage' of incoming missiles
The UAE's air defences have been working overtime to intercept hundreds of missiles sent over the Gulf into their airspace after Iran began a huge campaign of retaliation against its neighbours
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UK Spring Statement LIVE: Updates as Rachel Reeves gives Budget and economy update
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will say in her Spring Statement that the UK economy is ‘stronger and more secure’ as a result of decisions taken by the Government
Ian Huntley's 'awful' future if child killer survives 'crucial' moment in hospital
Soham murderer Ian Huntley remains in intensive care after a prison attack at HMP Frankland last week, with experts revealing the potential long-term effects if he survives the brain injury
Man charged in connection with fatal collision on A19 in Sunderland
Kane Farragher, 24, of Birkenhead, has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, causing death by driving whilst disqualified, and cause serious injury by dangerous driving
Coast Road crash LIVE: Updates as drivers hit with delays after multi-vehicle collision
Traffic has been building up on the blocked westbound route of the A1058 Coast Road following a crash.
Search for missing North East man last seen three days ago wearing replica Newcastle United shirt
Officers are appealing to the public for help to find the missing man who the force has named only as Keith
Gardeners urged to support Robins in March by leaving one item on bird tables
Expert advice shows how crushing and baking eggshells can provide essential calcium for nesting garden birds including blue tits, sparrows and robins this spring
All 59 vehicles that have been hit with £5,690 car tax from April 2026
Some 59 vehicles from 24 different manufacturers, including household names like Ford, BMW and Mercedes, will face a £5,690 first-year tax from April 1, 2026
UK's best supermarket frozen chips named and it's not McCain or Birdseye
The best supermarket frozen chip has been crowned by The Guardian, and it's not one of the major brands. Morrisons' triple-cooked chips topped the list with five stars for their crispy exterior and fluffy interior.
Demolition plans lodged for old Department for Work and Pensions offices as developers plot next steps
Plans have been lodged for the demolition of the former DWP offices at Tyneview Park to potentially make way for hundreds of new homes.
Hundreds hit out at Forest Hall corner shop's booze bid as they give long list of complaints
An application for an alcohol licence in a Forest Hall corner shop has sparked over 360 objections through a petition.
Terrifying map shows countries within Iran missile zone including four British holiday hotspots
Iran has launched missile strikes across the Middle East following US and Israeli attacks, with Dubai, Cyprus, Egypt and Turkey all within range of further strikes
Greggs staff to share a £20.2m slice of success in annual profits windfall
The profit share comes as the business says it sees 'clear opportunity' to have more than 3,000 shops
UK foreign office changes Cyprus, Turkey and Greece travel advice as flights cancelled
The Foreign Office has updated its travel advice for Cyprus, Turkey and Greece following regional tensions and a drone attack on RAF Akrotiri
Met Office predicts hottest day of the year this week with North East as warm as Ibiza
North East set to share in blast of good weather that could see some parts of UK hit 18 degrees
Freeview 'to be switched off' update as government responds in new statement
Concern is rising that hundreds of thousands could have no TV if the service is axed
Foreign Office warns Brits to avoid travel to 76 countries - full list
The FCDO has issued various travel warnings, including advice against 'all travel'
The areas of Newcastle most impacted by reports of crime in early 2026
These are the places where the crime was reported across Newcastle in January 2026.