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The fire broke out on Thursday evening at the premises on Wood's Terrace, Murton, with firefighters arriving at around 8pm
A 'criminally underrated' walk located just 40 minutes away from Newcastle is full of interesting sights, including hidden caves, alpacas, and even an abandoned quarry
A Buckingham Palace spokesperson issued a statement after President Trump claimed King Charles "agrees" with him on preventing a nuclear weapon in the Middle East during his White House state dinner speech
During his Money Show Live on ITV, Martin Lewis explained that holidaymakers booking flights separately with airlines like Jet2, easyJet and TUI risk losing hotel costs if their flight is cancelled
The heartbroken family have paid tribute to their "beautiful and special" baby girl who collapsed and died suddenly
A Wetherspoons pub in Essex is alleged to have refused service to a group of Reform UK supporters, with a staff member seen telling them "I'm deciding that" in a video posted to social media — the pub chain has now issued a statement in response
Shoppers are being asked to return the affected product to Asda where a refund will be provided - here are full details of the warning
The Renters' Rights Act contains sweeping reforms, including a landmark ban on Section 21 no-fault evictions, preventing people from being kicked out of their homes without a reason
Brian Gately, known as 'Big Bri' to his family, died following an incident outside his home in Port Clarence on November 28, 2022. Two men have now been charged with manslaughter in connection with his death
Live updates as Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe speaks ahead of Saturday's Premier League match with Brighton at St James' Park
