- The 'artificial nose' designed at Newcastle University to sniff out food waste
It is hoped that the low-cost AI sensor, when paired with a mobile app, could help families and businesses to cut waste and save money
- Everything you need to know about Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon road closures
Several road closures will be in place for the Newcastle-Gateshead Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k and Junior event. Here's what you need to know
- Over 120 homes approved for development in Gateshead
Gateshead Council has approved the project to build 125 homes, including some classed as affordable
- Power Rangers stars and Transformers robots revealed as attractions for retro Gateshead festival
Nineties-style Nerd Fest announces 'really exciting' summer news
- Nars bestselling concealer that 'covers everything' but 'doesn't crease' 24% off
'It blends so easily and looks so natural'
- Tyneside drug dealer who had £10,000 Rolex and £15,000 cash avoids prison due to five-year delay
Steven Taylor appeared in court to be sentenced on the fifth anniversary of his arrest
- All North East criminals locked up in April 2026 including HIV rapist
North East courts heard details of some harrowing crimes ranging from attempted murder, rape, sexual assault and false imprisonment to dangerous driving
- Britney Spears charged with DUI after erratic driving arrest in California
Britney Spears has been formally charged with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol in California, facing a single misdemeanour count after she was arrested in March following an erratic driving incident on US 101
- Sunderland allotments raided after tip-off they were used for criminal and dangerous activities
Animal welfare officers from the RSPCA seized two rabbits, one of which required urgent care, and made arrangements to remove ducks and cockerels after securing the necessary orders
- King Charles US visit marred by Union flag 'gaffe' at Arlington Cemetery
King Charles and Queen Camilla attended a wreath-laying tribute at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia when American soldiers were spotted carrying the Union flag upside down during the solemn military ceremony.
