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The Portuguese side is in the North East ahead of Tuesday's game at St James' Park, led by iconic manager Jose Mourinho
Mohammed Sarfaraz, of Gosforth, has been jailed for the shocking attack when police turned up looking for him
The Benfica boss spoke of his affection for St James' Park and expects a tough night in the Champions League
We will be bringing live breaking updates and results from the National Lottery's Set For Life draw on Monday, October 20
Three-year-old Lionhead Lop bunny Snowy was taken from her hutch between 3pm on Saturday and 10am on Sunday
DC David Lavery is accused of three allegations and is facing a misconduct hearing
Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service has confirmed that a patient who was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries has passed away
Lewis Scarth was first told his cancer was actually a slipped disc - and spent months going back to hospital before rare cancer was spotted.
The Magpies take on Benfica at St James' Park and Nick Pope dreams of many more nights like it in the Champions League
Northumbria Police officers are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which took place at 4pm on Sunday, October 12, on the A1068