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Discover the standout North East businesses of 2025, from tech triumphs to green energy leaders, driving regional economic growth. Read the full list now.
Discover the standout North East businesses of 2025, from tech triumphs to green energy leaders, driving regional economic growth. Read the full list now.
County Durham wellness brand Glow is creating 50 new jobs with five new stores planned for 2026, starting with a Newcastle city centre opening. Discover the multimillion-pound investment plans.
Katie-Jo Bartlett, 19, from Newcastle, saw colours on her exam paper and had an unsteady gait. Initially dismissed as exam stress, she was later diagnosed with a brain tumour. Read her story.
The Sunshine Fund reflects on a busy 2025 of fundraising events, from a skydive to a coastal trek, supporting disabled children across the North East. Discover their year and how to get involved for 2026.
A 12-year-old boy feared he would be killed when Michael Jarvie pointed a paintball gun at his head in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Read the full court details and sentence.
Reform Studio on Newcastle's Quayside is the first business backed by the new £35m North East Elevate Fund. The wellness centre will offer reformer pilates, yoga, and sound healing, creating jobs and boosting the local economy.
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery believes Victor Lindelof's Manchester United experience is already benefiting his side as the defender prepares to face his old club. Read the full story.
Paul Merson predicts Aston Villa will outscore Manchester United in a high-scoring Premier League clash at Villa Park this Sunday. Read his full verdict.
Birmingham City manager Chris Davies reacts to Tommy Doyle's first career red card, admitting ill-discipline is a major problem for the Championship side. Read the full story.
Birmingham City boss Chris Davies reacts to a dismal 3-0 defeat at Sheffield United, calling it his 'worst afternoon' as manager. Blues slip to 14th after eighth away loss.
Birmingham City's nightmare before Christmas as a Tommy Doyle red card and defensive errors gift Sheffield United a 3-0 win at Bramall Lane. See our full player ratings.
Follow live updates as Birmingham City aim to fix their poor away form against a resurgent Sheffield United at Bramall Lane. Can Chris Davies's side secure a crucial win?
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim believes Aston Villa have the maturity to sustain a Premier League title challenge. Read his full verdict ahead of Sunday's crucial clash.
Birmingham City boss Chris Davies demands misfiring striker Kyogo Furuhashi starts scoring after a barren 2025. The Japanese forward hasn't netted a league goal for Blues or Rennes this year.
Unai Emery is set to make one key change for Aston Villa's Premier League clash with Manchester United. Get the full predicted line-up and team news here.
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery insists he believes in Jadon Sancho and is committed to helping the winger rediscover his best form. Read the full story on the Villa loanee's future.
Unai Emery's Aston Villa face Manchester United seeking a 10th straight win. Get the predicted XI, team news, and key player updates ahead of the Premier League clash.
Newcastle-based digital consultancy hedgehog lab acquires Scottish innovation firm Label Sessions, creating a unique proposition combining AI delivery with a network of 500+ experts. Read the full story.
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim confirms six absences for the Premier League clash with Aston Villa, including key defenders and AFCON departures. Get the latest team news and injury updates.
Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder demands a reaction after West Brom defeat and discusses Jack Robinson's return. Can Blues secure a win? Have your say.
Aston Villa receive positive news on Emi Martinez's fitness, but Harvey Elliott is ruled out through sickness. Get the latest team news ahead of Sunday's Premier League fixture.
Chris Davies is set to tweak his Birmingham City lineup for the away trip to Sheffield United. We predict a 4-2-3-1 with Jay Stansfield starting and a midfield recall for Marc Leonard.
Aston Villa host Manchester United aiming to end a dismal 30-year home record. With Villa on a club-record winning streak, can they finally conquer their bogey team? Read our full preview.
Birmingham City face Sheffield United in the Championship this weekend. We predict the Blues' line-up, including a key change for Bright Osayi-Samuel. Read the full team news.
Birmingham City boss Chris Davies explains his tactical plan to improve the team's poor Championship away record, starting with the trip to Sheffield United.
Aston Villa will trial its new Warehouse matchday fanzone this Sunday against Manchester United. The 3,500-capacity venue will become the Premier League's largest beer hall. Read the full details.
Birmingham City manager Chris Davies confirms James Beadle's injury and rules out a January transfer for a goalkeeper. Get the latest team news ahead of Sheffield United.
A pupil has tragically died after a major emergency response at St Wilfrid's RC College in Newcastle. The school is closed as the community mourns.
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim faces a selection headache with six players potentially missing Sunday's Premier League clash at Aston Villa. Get the latest team news and injury updates.
Latest Aston Villa injury news ahead of the Premier League clash with Manchester United. Updates on Emi Martinez, Pau Torres, Ross Barkley & Tyrone Mings.