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• WhatsApp goes down: Thousands of users report problems in 'global outage'

  14-07-2020 22:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Downdetector.co.uk has recorded a surge in reports about the messaging app being down
  
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• Fugitive who helped smuggle millions of illegal cigarettes into region jailed

  14-07-2020 21:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Haroldas Bernotas, 25, was part of an organised gang who smuggled more than 12 million illegal cigarettes, worth £3.6 million in duty and VAT, between 2013 and 2015
  
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• Scout retires after dedicating over 50 years to scouting

  14-07-2020 21:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Michael Taylor, from Whitley Bay, said the Scouts has provided him with “fun and friendship for life”, but after 53 years of incredible service it is time for him to 'pass on the baton'
  
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• Chi Onwurah accuses Government of 'negligent' approach to Huawei

  14-07-2020 21:04 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The shadow digital, science and technology minister, who represents Newcastle Central, questioned whether the UK's security policy was now being led by the US
  
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• New coronavirus measures introduced to avoid local lockdown in Lancashire

  14-07-2020 20:44 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The authority announced extra restrictions, including a limit on the number of people visiting a household, after a rise in Covid-19 cases in the area
  
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• EuroMillions results: Winning lottery numbers for Tuesday July 14

  14-07-2020 20:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning EuroMillions and National Lottery Thunderball numbers for Tuesday July 14 - live breaking updates below
  
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• Northern 'grit' helped US adviser deal with death threats after Trump hearing

  14-07-2020 20:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fiona Hill, 54, drew strong criticism from Trump supporters after giving evidence at his impeachment hearing
  
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• Durham gymnast Amy Tinkler retired after making complaint to British Gymnastics

  14-07-2020 19:52 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The 20-year-old said she felt she was left with no option but to quit gymnastics less than four years after becoming Great Britain's youngest medallist at the Rio 2016 Olympics
  
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• NHS confirms how many coronavirus patients are in Newcastle now

  14-07-2020 19:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It comes with a fresh warning that the virus 'has not gone away'
  
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• NHS confirms how many coroanvirus patients are in Newcastle now

  14-07-2020 19:29 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  It comes with a fresh warning that the virus 'has not gone away'
  
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• Partner of thug who threatened to kill OAP moans to Ofcom after he is seen on TV

  14-07-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The thug was part of a gang who threatened to chop a 70-year-old man's hand off; The investigation was filmed for the 2019 BBC documentary 'Our Cops In The North'
  
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• Films show what it's like to live through lockdown with a disability

  14-07-2020 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Katelyn Mckie, 27, and Matthew Teoh, 21, share their films produced as part of Beacon Films project, CoVid-EO that combats loneliness in people with disabilities and additional needs during lockdown
  
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• North Tyneside Labour investigate councillor who 'liked' anti-Semitic article

  14-07-2020 18:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Frank Lott, chairman of North Tyneside Labour Party, confirmed the matter is under investigation
  
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• Cyclist, 20, threatened by man wielding a machete on Sunderland road

  14-07-2020 18:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are investigating the incident after two men confronted the cyclist while he was riding along Springwell Road on the evening of June 23
  
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• Denise Welch left devastated on Corrie set by Princess Diana death

  14-07-2020 18:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Denise Welch has revealed just how hard she was hit by the shock death of Princess Diana back in 1997
  
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• North East Driving Instructors returning to the road after the covid 19 lockdown

  14-07-2020 17:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Learner drivers will experience new hygiene and safety rules when out for a driving lesson.
  
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• Dates for new star sign Ophiuchus and what it means to be one

  14-07-2020 17:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NASA has uncovered a 13th sign of the Zodiac - Ophiuchus - which has in turn changed the dates of all the other star signs
  
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• Calls to clean up Newcastle's 'tacky' West Road amid litter problems

  14-07-2020 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Residents and business owners on Newcastle's West Road are tired of seeing the area covered in litter - and they are demanding action
  
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• Nissan confirms Sunderland plant worker tests positive for coronavirus

  14-07-2020 16:47 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Nissan says a deep clean has been carried out in the area where the employee works
  
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• Defiant Denise Welch fuming with NASA after her star sign changes

  14-07-2020 16:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Denise Welch was less than impressed to find out that her star sign had changed as a result of NASA uncovering a new one
  
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• Health Secretary explains why every shopper must wear a face mask or covering

  14-07-2020 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There will be £100 fines for failing to wear a face covering in shops from July 24
  
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• Health Secretary explains why every shopper must wear a face covering

  14-07-2020 16:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  There will be £100 fines for failing to wear a face covering in shops from July 24
  
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• Twelve arrested in police operation to snare suspected bike thieves at the RVI

  14-07-2020 16:25 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Officers from Northumbria Police launched Operation Monty following a number of suspected bike thefts targeting NHS staff working at the Royal Victoria Infirmary
  
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• How your horoscope has changed due to shock reveal of new star sign

  14-07-2020 16:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NASA say they have uncovered a 13th star sign, meaning many of us have been reading the wrong horoscope
  
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• Parents asked to take precautions as play parks reopen in North Tyneside

  14-07-2020 16:14 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  All 56 play sites in North Tyneside have now reopened with new signs outside asking people to stick to social distancing and hygiene guidelines - here are the rules
  
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• Burglar caught after leaving stolen pop can at scene of crime

  14-07-2020 16:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Lee Cowell had been drinking from a pop can after breaking into a home in Sunderland but left it behind when he fled
  
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• Shock names flock to Dancing on Ice's 'secret' auditions

  14-07-2020 15:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A whole host of celebrities flocked to audition for Dancing on Ice in a bid to land a spot on the show next year
  
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• Listen: Slough Town v Dartford & Brackley Town v Gateshead - BBC News

  14-07-2020 14:43 via bbc.co.uk
  Listen: Slough Town v Dartford & Brackley Town v Gateshead  BBC News
  
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• See moment Comet Neowise streaks across sky above Penshaw Monument

  14-07-2020 14:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Comet Neowise is one of the few this century that can be seen by the naked eye as it approaches the sun
  
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• Three newcomers join Geordie Shore in huge cast shake up

  14-07-2020 14:35 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Geordie Shore has now revealed when it will be back on MTV and who is in the cast for series 21
  
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• 6 things keeping doctors awake in 'worst-case' coronavirus second wave

  14-07-2020 14:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A new study shows what the worst case scenario for a coronavirus outbreak this winter looks like, with 120,000 excess deaths possible
  
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• The people exempt from wearing face masks in England

  14-07-2020 14:19 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  According to Government guidance, some people don't have to wear one at all and there are other times when you can take your mask off
  
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• Mum tells how 'long haul Covid' has shattered her life

  14-07-2020 13:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Leigh Kennedy wants to raise awareness of condition that can leave people who have contracted coronavirus ill for months
  
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• Plans to build 96 homes on community field set for approval

  14-07-2020 13:12 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Neighbours fear that Keepmoat Homes’ visions of building on the land at Thornley Road would rob them of beloved green space and cause “immense disruption and inconvenience”.
  
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• Traffic will be banned from stopping on city centre 'red route'

  14-07-2020 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The busy road will become a ‘red route’, in which vehicles are banned from stopping, between its junctions with Gallowgate and Clayton Street West
  
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• Meet Chloe the Covid-19 caterpillar who is helping people through lockdown

  14-07-2020 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  In the depths of Choppington Woods, in Northumberland, a trail of painted pebbles, known as Chloe the caterpillar, has been captivating the community during lockdown
  
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• Shock Geordie Shore cast member finally confirms they've joined show

  14-07-2020 12:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The former X Factor finalist is a shock new addition to the Geordie Shore cast for series 21 on MTV
  
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• Glee actress Naya Rivera died 'saving son's life' police reveal

  14-07-2020 12:36 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A body found in the lake where Naya Rivera disappeared has now been identified as the Glee actress
  
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• See comet streaking across the sky above St Mary's Island

  14-07-2020 12:32 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  These pictures captured Comet Neowise as it made its way across the North East skies on Tuesday morning and was above St Mary's Island in Whitley Bay
  
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• Police find Alana McQueen who went missing early on Tuesday

  14-07-2020 12:27 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police officers were searching for the 28-year-old who had last been seen in Washington in the early hours
  
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• Man set up illegal social club in back garden to fund lavish lifestyle

  14-07-2020 12:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jamie Blake from North Shields has been sentenced for setting up the unregulated social club in his garden
  
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• Dr Hilary warns what else you MUST do when wearing a face mask

  14-07-2020 11:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  GMB expert Doctor Hilary Jones has revealed what else people still need to do when wearing a face mask
  
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• Shoeholics announces plans for County Durham store

  14-07-2020 10:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Online retailer Shoeholics is coming to Dalton Park and is set to create a number of jobs
  
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• Which face masks are the most effective and do home made coverings work?

  14-07-2020 10:16 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From next week, it will be compulsory to wear a face mask in shops in England - but a study has found that some face coverings are not as effective as others
  
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• Emotional Kate Garraway set to see husband for first time in months

  14-07-2020 10:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  GMB host Kate has revealed she will soon see her husband Derek for the first time since he was taken into hospital with coronavirus
  
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• Where and when you have to wear a face mask - new rules explained

  14-07-2020 09:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  People will be required to wear a face covering when they go shopping from July 24 - but there are a few exceptions. Here's everything you need to know
  
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• Tyne Tunnel charges are set to go up, but only some drivers will be hit

  14-07-2020 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Drivers of Class 3 vehicles – LGVs, buses and vans more than 3m high will pay 10p from the end of August
  
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• Northumberland grandad gets life-changing diagnosis via video call

  14-07-2020 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Medics say some of the remote technologies used during the coronavirus pandemic will continue to help patients get help quicker after it dies down
  
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• How barbers in Newcastle used to look as hairdressing businesses reopen

  14-07-2020 09:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  As we all get used to changes in salons, here is a snapshot of how two classic Tyneside barbers used to look - even longer ago than the start of lockdown
  
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• Coronavirus support continues for Gateshead residents over summer - Gateshead Council - Gateshead Council

  14-07-2020 09:00 via gateshead.gov.uk
  
  Coronavirus support continues for Gateshead residents over summer - Gateshead Council  Gateshead Council
  
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