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• UK drinkers get drunk more often than anywhere else in the world

  15-05-2019 23:00 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Survey suggests drinkers get drunk an average of almost once a week
  
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• Third of women say they have been 'taken advantage of sexually' while drunk or high

  15-05-2019 23:00 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  'Our findings really show that we need to move away from victim blaming'
  
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• Dad accused of raping and trying to murder stranger tells court: 'She wanted rough sex'

  15-05-2019 22:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Darran Read, of Sunderland, denies attempted murder, wounding with intent, rape and false imprisonment and is standing trial at Newcastle Crown Court
  
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• Driver had lucky escape after car overturned in Alnwick crash

  15-05-2019 21:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police, paramedics and three fire engines were called to the two-vehicle crash on the A1068 in the Northumberland town
  
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• Ex-England youth footballer breaks down in tears as he recalls night he killed man on A1

  15-05-2019 20:51 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Matthew Crook, of Blyth, denies causing the death by dangerous driving of Barry Carmon on the A1 in Northumberland
  
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• Gateshead College staff step up for #MentalHealthAwareness - FE News

  15-05-2019 20:20
  Gateshead College staff step up for #MentalHealthAwareness  FE NewsStaff at Gateshead College kickstarted Mental Health Awareness Week 2019 by stepping up their own activity and taking part in a 20-mile walking challenge, ...
  
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• Lotto results: Winning National Lottery numbers for Wednesday May 15

  15-05-2019 20:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning National Lottery numbers and Thunderball for Wednesday, May 15 - live breaking updates and results below
  
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• Lotto results LIVE: Winning National Lottery numbers for Wednesday May 15

  15-05-2019 20:15 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning National Lottery numbers and Thunderball for Wednesday, May 15 - live breaking updates and results below
  
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• 'We were so close': Grieving brother on loss of Manchester Arena terror attack victim Philip Tron

  15-05-2019 19:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Philip Tron, from Gateshead, and Courtney Boyle were both killed in the terror attack at the Manchester Arena in May 2017
  
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• See the eerie scenes inside the derelict General Hospital which closed almost 10 years ago

  15-05-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The hospital closed its doors in 2010 but equipment, TVs and furniture still remain inside the disused building
  
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• MPs to investigate reality shows Jeremy Kyle and Love Island following tragic deaths

  15-05-2019 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The inquiry by MPs including Sunderland's Julie Elliott follows the death of Steve Dymond, who appeared on the Jeremy Kyle show
  
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• Transport Secretary Chris Grayling on plans to reopen Newcastle to Ashington rail line

  15-05-2019 18:57 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Chris Grayling says local transport body Nexus can reopen passenger services on the Ashington and Blyth line
  
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• Alleged murder victim found dead in Jarrow home named as Simon Bowman

  15-05-2019 18:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Simon Bowman, 54, was found dead by emergency services at his home on Front Street and a murder investigation was launched
  
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• Mum pays tribute to 'best friend' daughter, 15, who died 'taking MDMA'

  15-05-2019 18:07 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  She collapsed in a car park
  
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• Jarrow murder probe: Residents speak of shock after man's body is found in flat

  15-05-2019 18:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police have arrested a man after the body of a 54-year-old man was found in a flat in High Street, Jarrow, South Tyneside
  
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• Your questions on possible clean air toll answered - with just days left to influence the outcome

  15-05-2019 17:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There are two competing charge options that the councils will choose between in order to comply with a Government order
  
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• Metros resume between Monument and Heworth after train breaks down at Gateshead Stadium - Chronicle Live

  15-05-2019 17:34
  Metros resume between Monument and Heworth after train breaks down at Gateshead Stadium  Chronicle LiveThere were no trains running Monument and Heworth after a train broke down at Gateshead Stadium blocking the line.
  
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• Metros resume between Monument and Heworth after train breaks down at Gateshead Stadium

  15-05-2019 17:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There were no trains running Monument and Heworth after a train broke down at Gateshead Stadium blocking the line
  
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• Doorstep scammer targeting elderly in Sunderland by asking to see bank statements

  15-05-2019 17:26 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are investigating after a woman knocked on doors in the Redhouse and Downhill areas of Sunderland
  
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• Why on earth is Theresa May holding a fourth vote on her Brexit deal?

  15-05-2019 17:24 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Theresa May will give MPs another chance to vote on her EU withdrawal agreement, with a fourth meaningful vote scheduled in the House of Commons for the week beginning June 3.
  
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• Should the Tories team up with Nigel Farage and the Brexit Party?

  15-05-2019 17:06 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Brexit Party could potentially win more votes than Labour and the Tories combined
  
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• Ouseburn culture venue to host more 3am club nights despite fears it could disrupt students' exams

  15-05-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Not-for-profit company Cobalt Studios says the club nights will support other cultural events it holds
  
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• Big changes at South Tyneside Council after cabinet reshuffle

  15-05-2019 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Councillor Tracey Dixon has been appointed deputy leader of the council after a cabinet reshuffle
  
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• Shopping websites including ASOS blacklisting customers who return too much

  15-05-2019 16:55 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Their returns policy is now much tighter
  
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• Drill and case left on electric hob forces man and dog to flee house fire

  15-05-2019 16:55 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A neighbour rescued the occupant of the house and his dog from the fire on Stainton Grove, Sunderland
  
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• Think Tank reveals illegal immigration might actually rise after Brexit

  15-05-2019 16:49 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Greater restrictions on immigration flow could lead to an increased irregular migrant entry
  
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• Man arrested following crash on the A1 which left woman hospitalised

  15-05-2019 16:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
  
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• Gateshead FC survive winding up order but former players and staff still wait for April wages - Sunderland Echo

  15-05-2019 16:31
  Gateshead FC survive winding up order but former players and staff still wait for April wages  Sunderland EchoA winding up order placed against National League club Gateshead has been dismissed at London's High Court. The claim was made by HM Revenue and ...
  
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• Jewellery, signed boxing gloves and tools among haul of stolen goods seized from burglary gang

  15-05-2019 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are trying to reunite these stolen goods with their owners after they uncovered a prolific burglary ring in the North East
  
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• Gateshead Regeneration Project Recognised by Industry Award - Business Up North

  15-05-2019 16:29
  Gateshead Regeneration Project Recognised by Industry Award  Business Up NorthThe redevelopment of the former 'Dunston Rocket' site in Gateshead has won “Best Regeneration Project” at the recent Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyor's ...
  
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• The DVLA is selling these X-Rated number plates for £500 each

  15-05-2019 16:21 via leeds-live.co.uk
  
  Host of cheeky '69' plate registrations could be on British roads this autumn
  
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• 'Distressed' Jeremy Kyle Show guests given '10-minute aftercare' says TV producer

  15-05-2019 16:06 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Producers 'ruthlessly broke' guests, says Gavin Hill
  
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• Sunderland Lib Dems call for bulky waste collection fees to be axed to tackle 'fly-tipping epidemic'

  15-05-2019 15:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The council charges £22.50 to collect up to six items, with bulky waste including furniture, large household electrical items and white goods such as fridges and freezers
  
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• Holly Willoughby has her say on Jeremy Kyle axe

  15-05-2019 15:38 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Presenter paid tribute to the family of Steve Dymond following his death
  
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• Alabama senate passes near-total ban on abortion

  15-05-2019 15:33 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  There will be no exception made for victims or rape or incest
  
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• Carlisle United: Tommy Wright & Paul Murray leave coaching roles, Jon Mellish signs - BBC Sport

  15-05-2019 15:18
  Carlisle United: Tommy Wright & Paul Murray leave coaching roles, Jon Mellish signs  BBC SportTommy Wright and Paul Murray leaves their coaching positions at Carlisle, who sign Gateshead defender Jon Mellish.
  
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• Monet masterpiece shatters world records by selling for £86m

  15-05-2019 15:14 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  'Undisputed' masterpiece by French impressionist sold for 44 times the 1986 price
  
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• Black Mirror is back as Netflix airs trailer for series five starring Miley Cyrus

  15-05-2019 14:40 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The tagline for series five reads: "Five Groundbreaking. Seasons. Three. All-New Stories. One Future"
  
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• McDonald's makes major change to its Happy Meals

  15-05-2019 14:23 via walesonline.co.uk
  An old favourite is being replaced
  
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• How police brought prolific burglary ring who stole £170k worth of valuables to justice

  15-05-2019 14:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Cop who led burglary conspiracy investigation across the North East hopes sentences will send out a strong message
  
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• Sophie Gradon's mum slams ITV for 'exploiting the vulnerable' after Jeremy Kyle guest's death

  15-05-2019 14:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Love Island star Sophie, who was battling mental health issues, died last year and her mum claims she was approached to appear on the Jeremy Kyle Show
  
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• Lego-mania turns Upside Down as fans wait all day for £179 Stranger Things set

  15-05-2019 14:19 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  There was a late-night launch at the London flagship store
  
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• Mental Health Awareness Week: Does awareness help?

  15-05-2019 14:07 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Some argue there is much more needed than just conversations
  
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• Ofsted inspectors hear 'racist and homophobic' language as school is rated 'inadequate' for first time

  15-05-2019 14:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Staff at Walbottle Campus say a number of measures have been introduced to improve the grading after Ofsted inspectors carried out a no-notice inspection
  
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• Universal Credit: 'Why it is actually a great idea'

  15-05-2019 13:57 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  'It is helping people and making a difference'
  
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• Exotic tree frog travels 5,000 miles to end up in Lidl store

  15-05-2019 13:51 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Staff named the Costa Rican tree frog Lloyd who's now being looked after by a local vet
  
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• This Morning doctor reveals the waist sizes at risk of heart disease

  15-05-2019 13:41 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Presenters Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield saw the test only takes a few seconds
  
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• NHS to fund wonder drug that could transform quality of life for North East children

  15-05-2019 13:37 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  North Tyneside boy Sam McKie is one of those that could benefit after the NHS announced it is to make drug Spinraza available
  
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• Star pulls out of Eurovision 2019 jury just days before final

  15-05-2019 13:32 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Murder on the Dancefloor singer has stepped down due to "unforeseen circumstances"
  
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• Jeremy Kyle Show guest told son that TV host 'really laid into me'

  15-05-2019 13:20 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The show has now been permanently axed
  
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