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In pictures: The images that capture a special Olympics, 10 years on

Team GB claimed three gold medals in one athletics session for the first time in Olympic history on ‘Super Saturday’.

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'Wildlife tragedy' as bird flu devastates vital colony with thousands dying on Farne Islands

Rangers wearing white protective suits have so far collected more than 3,000 dead birds for incineration from the Farne Islands

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‘Wildlife tragedy’ as bird flu devastates important island colony

National Trust rangers who work on the Farne Islands off Northumberland have so far collected more than 3,000 dead seabirds for incineration.

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Families of children waiting for heart transplant appeal for donors

The youngsters are patients on Ward 23 of the Freeman Hospital in Newcastle.

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On this day in 2019: Newcastle appoint Steve Bruce as manager

The former Sunderland boss always struggled to win over his fellow Geordies.

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First look as work starts on the world's largest play structure due to open in Northumberland in 2023

Lilidorei is the brainchild of Duchess of Northumberland Jane Percy and is themed around a magical village of elves, dwarves and goblins.

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Bird flu could have a ‘devastating impact’ on UK’s seabirds, RSPB warns

The conservation charity spoke out after the Farne Islands were closed to visitors following a serious outbreak.

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Bird flu closes the Farne Islands to visitors

The islands off the Northumberland coast are one of England’s most important seabird colonies and hundreds of birds have died.

The Independent UK

In Pictures: Pickets and fewer passengers as second rail strike hits services

Edinburgh Waverley, London Euston, London Paddington and Liverpool Lime Street were among the stations seeing fewer passengers than a typical weekday.

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WI asked nation not to overwork the Queen 70 years ago – ‘but she didn’t listen’

Tributes on the Platinum Jubilee weekend came from a recreated 1950s street where a Coronation-style party was held.

The Independent UK

Historic Kynren show ‘a fitting tribute to Queen’

The historical re-enactment pageant is taking place this weekend to mark the Platinum Jubilee.

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Durham churches offer fair-bound Travellers sanctuary on their land

Thousands of Roma will soon be making their way to Appleby Horse Fair in Cumbria, but they must contend with new police powers

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On this day in 2008: Manchester United beat Chelsea in Champions League final

It was the first-ever all-English final.

The Independent UK

In Pictures: Britons head to coast on sun-kissed Saturday

The Met Office said the mercury could reach as high as 24C in some southern areas.

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70 facts for 70 years of the Queen’s reign

The list has been released to mark the Platinum Jubilee.

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Newcastle set to make history with Premier League great escape

The Magpies were winless in their first 14 games of the season, more than any team who have previously avoided relegation, but now sit ninth

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Ten of the best North East stately homes as TV's Bridgerton boosts visitor numbers

The hit Netflix period drama Bridgerton has caused an upsurge of interest in stately homes so we choose a selection of the best in the region

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Queen of Spain and Prince of Wales join for royal visit to Bishop Auckland

Queen and Prince officially open the new Spanish Gallery, the only space in the UK dedicated to Spanish art.

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In Pictures: Snow falls during springtime cold snap

A yellow warning for ice and snow was issued for parts of northern England and Scotland.

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Snow, hail, ice and cold set for parts of England and Scotland

A Met Office yellow weather warning for ice states that ‘snow and hail showers could lead to icy surfaces, with possible travel disruption’.

The Independent UK

UK set for ‘plenty of sunshine’ this week – but with high pollution levels

Forecasters say Tuesday has already been the warmest day of the year so far with the mercury hitting 20.5C in Northolt, west London.

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Superfan hails Queen as ‘Elizabeth the Great’

Ardent monarchist Anita Atkinson said the Platinum Jubilee celebrations will be the best yet.

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Stunning photos show freestyle jet skiers treating early risers to display near Blyth

Anthony Burgess and Farzad Takaloo travelled up to Northumberland to mee Blyth jet skiers and take on big waves triggered by recent storms

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