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Naked ambitions - 20 years on from a unique art project nicknamed the 'Geordie strip', we recall how photographer Spencer Tunick persuaded 1,700 people to bare all in the name of art. Warning: contains nudity
Farrah Carling turned violent as she was being arrested at The Mighty Oak and Acorn bar
I Fought The Law starts on ITV on Sunday, August 31, with BAFTA winner Sheridan Smith playing Ann Ming
Paul Stephens and his son Max will be taking on the famous 13.1 mile course together next week
Ushaw will host Kwaidan: Encounters with Lafcadio Hearn throughout September and October
The change is soon to arrive at British airports and help passengers avoid costly fees, but there's a catch...
The latest Newcastle United transfer news and rumours amid updates on Marc Guehi and Kobbie Mainoo.
Police have closed John Reid Road in South Shields following an incident last night.
Samuel Chimusaru sexually assaulted the victim inside Jalou, in Newcastle City Centre
Anyone who does not report important changes to HMRC may not get all the money they’re entitled to or they may be overpaid and have to pay money back