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• Keir Starmer gives two-word reply to Trump after tariffs threat

  17-01-2026 22:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Starmer says the UK's stance is very clear
  
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• The Masked Singer star forces ITV 'rule change' as chart-topping icon voted off

  17-01-2026 21:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The latest star to be voted off The Masked Singer was none other than a huge music icon from the 90s
  
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• Masked Singer's Moth 'sussed' as 00s pop legend as identity given away by voice alone

  17-01-2026 21:06 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Moth was back in action on Saturday's The Masked Singer to perform a cover of Olivia Rodrigo hit Vampire
  
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• Premier Inn customer wakes up to 'flea bites on his body' as Newcastle night away 'ruined'

  17-01-2026 21:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  James Alexander claims he suffered an allergic reaction after being bitten by fleas during the night at a Newcastle city centre hotel
  
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• Masked Singer's Can of Worms sees 'real identity' rumbled as fan theory thrown out

  17-01-2026 20:41 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Can of Worms was back on The Masked Singer on Saturday night to perform a cover of 80s classic Ghostbusters
  
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• New 'three appointment rule' to go on display at all GP surgeries from this week

  17-01-2026 20:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  GPs will advertise new rule which aims to ensure early diagnosis of serious illness
  
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• Lotto winning numbers LIVE: Lottery results in full for Saturday, January 17

  17-01-2026 20:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The winning National Lottery numbers for tonight's Lotto and Thunderball draws
  
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• Masked Singer's Can of Worms has ITV star identity 'ruled out' as fans left confused

  17-01-2026 19:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Masked Singer viewers who were convinced Can of Worms was a famous ITV presenter are now confused
  
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• Masked Singer's Gargoyle has 90s music icon identity 'confirmed' as major clue goes unnoticed

  17-01-2026 19:18 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Masked Singer's new series continues on Saturday and there is now a clear favourite to be Gargoyle
  
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• Everything we know as Seaham petrol station murder probe continues and police hunt teenager

  17-01-2026 19:10 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A police murder probe continues following a man's death in Seaham
  
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• Police release video of 'clumsy' North East burglar who fell four times while trying to escape

  17-01-2026 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Fifty year old Andrew Pickering continuously hit the deck as ladders collapsed beneath him
  
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• Pictures as police swarm Benwell to deal with 'rooftop stand-off' near Asda

  17-01-2026 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A police cordon was in place in the heart of Benwell on Saturday afternoon
  
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• Inside the 'perfect' Northumberland family home surrounded by stunning countryside

  17-01-2026 19:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Post Office Farm is centrally located in the rural hamlet of Middleton and allows easy access to stunning walks in the Northumberland countryside
  
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• Man, 25, arrested on suspicion of GBH after police officer slashed across the face in South Shields

  17-01-2026 18:24 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The police officer was taken to hospital for treatment
  
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• Everything we know so far about rooftop police incident near Asda in Newcastle's West End

  17-01-2026 18:03 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A police incident saw a prominent shopping precinct in Newcastle's West End cordoned off on Saturday afternoon
  
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• See photos of adorable cats in North East café and rescue centre

  17-01-2026 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Bad Cat Café and Rescue in Wallsend has rehomed more than 200 cats since opening in 2022
  
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• Drug-driver's road rage saw him deliberately ram side of van on busy Northumberland road

  17-01-2026 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Jack Wilson left the other vehicle "stranded" in the middle of the A189 after he struck it's side
  
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• All of the restaurants confirmed to take part in Hexham Restaurant Week so far

  17-01-2026 17:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  10 venues, from countryside pubs to an ancient castle, have signed up for the third Hexham and Tynedale Restaurant Week, which is promised to be "bigger and better" than previous events
  
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• BBC Gardeners' World host Monty Don's 'must do' January jobs

  17-01-2026 16:33 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The BBC Gardeners' World host shared his tips and tricks on his gardening blog
  
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• Pictures as police remain at Seaham petrol station and murder probe continues

  17-01-2026 15:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are searching for a 19-year-old man in connection with the incident
  
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• Police crackdown in North East city centre this weekend after arrests to 'protect public'

  17-01-2026 15:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Dispersal order in place as police tackle after anti-social behaviour and issue warning to parents
  
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• Firefighters issues stark warning against viral air fryer cleaning hack

  17-01-2026 14:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Firefighters are urging air fryer owners to avoid popular online cleaning hacks as they could cause more harm than good - instead, they're asking people to follow proper cleaning methods
  
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• Ant and Dec issue apology after fans call for 'triggering' video to be removed

  17-01-2026 14:48 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly deleted a video promoting their new podcast after fans warned it could be triggering for people with mental health struggles
  
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• Benwell police incident live: Updates as cordon in place near Asda supermarket

  17-01-2026 13:45 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Police are on the scene of an incident in Benwell, near to the area's Asda supermarket
  
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• Whitley Bay fitness trainer set for 24 hour 129k steps challenge after 'heart-breaking' losses

  17-01-2026 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sarah Porter, 35, is taking on the mammoth task for the Holding Hearts charity, a local organisation very close to her heart
  
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• North East paedophile searched for and downloaded child sex abuse videos

  17-01-2026 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  John Office had a vile collection of films and photos of kids as young as four
  
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• 10 things to know about the Northern Lights as peak time to see them approaches

  17-01-2026 13:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A peak period for Northern Lights activity is just a few weeks away - here is all the knowledge and advice you need if you're hoping to see an aurora display in 2026
  
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• When chart-toppers Oasis rocked out at Whitley Bay Ice Rink 30 years ago

  17-01-2026 12:59 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The pioneering Britpop band were on the crest of a wave when they stopped off in January 1996
  
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• Mayor thanks 'incredible' NHS staff as couple welcome baby boy

  17-01-2026 12:56 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The couple have welcomed their second child, baby boy named Arthur
  
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• Police hunt man, 19, amid murder probe following Seaham petrol station death

  17-01-2026 12:34 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Durham Constabulary are searching for Ashton Anderson, 19, amid a murder investigation following a man's death at a Seaham petrol station.
  
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• Update on changes to online driving test booking system

  17-01-2026 12:21 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New DVSA rules are to come into effect this spring
  
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• Drone images show machinery on site as construction begins on new North East civil service hub

  17-01-2026 12:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Drone images show machinery on site as building work gets underway on the multi-storey office that will house more than 1,600 civil servants
  
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• Mountain rescue teams save stricken Montane Spine Race runner in Northumberland

  17-01-2026 11:38 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  A runner with "significant leg pain" needed to be brought to safety.
  
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• Person rescued from sea off North East coast and treated for hypothermia

  17-01-2026 11:30 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  RNLI lifeboats launched an emergency rescue operation after a person was found in the water
  
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• Blue Badge £1,000 fine warning and things you must never do as rules explained

  17-01-2026 11:22 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The Government warns drivers that it is a criminal offence to misuse a Blue Badge - here are the rules you need to be aware of
  
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• Reform call for Northumberland community partnerships to be scrapped over "duplication"

  17-01-2026 11:09 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  The group's leader said he had seen the same presentation made by the same officers on several occasions
  
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• Doctor shares 'do this' tip if you want to reduce diabetes risk

  17-01-2026 11:02 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  TV doctor says this lifestyle method could also help with weight loss
  
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• All the important DWP and HMRC updates you need to know about this week

  17-01-2026 11:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Householders across the UK need to be aware of some important matters relating to tax and benefits - here are the main headlines from this week
  
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• DWP details of two new cost of living payments coming this April as scheme closes

  17-01-2026 09:49 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  New Crisis and Resilience Fund to help struggling households with cash payments, rent help and food vouchers
  
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• A Millennium Bigg Night Out in Newcastle in 10 party pictures from 2000

  17-01-2026 09:42 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  See how Geordies enjoyed the first two months of the year in 2000
  
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• BBC expert says pension HMRC 'free money' back payments available

  17-01-2026 05:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  BBC Morning Live's Laura Pomfret explained how some taxpayers could be missing out on pension tax relief they're entitled to
  
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• North East career crook who already owes £9k to courts stole '20 sandwiches' from Greggs

  17-01-2026 01:31 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Karl Asiamah was spotted by a customer taking the goods but claimed it was actually two sandwiches, cakes and a bottle of juice
  
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• Full list of cruise ships coming to the Port of Tyne in 2026

  17-01-2026 01:13 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  13 different cruise ships will dock at the Port of Tyne this year, including Fred Olsen's Balmoral, the AIDAsol and the Ambassador Ambition
  
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• 'Super flu' surge fears as North East hospitalised flu cases stabilise

  17-01-2026 01:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  NHS England figures from 2022 to 2026 shows flu cases are way below last years peak - but bosses warn nationally the worst is far from over
  
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• Newcastle in 1991: 10 photographs recalling scenes from 35 years ago

  17-01-2026 01:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  From bustling Northumberland Street to Gazza on the terraces at St James’ Park - 10 images from 1991
  
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• How this North East area has become one of the country's top destinations

  17-01-2026 01:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Sunderland has been named in Time Out magazine's 14 must visit places this year. The publication states that 2026 is "Sunderland's time to shine"
  
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• Haggerston Castle seasonal jobs advertised by Haven ahead of summer season

  17-01-2026 01:05 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Haven's Haggerston Castle Holiday Park is hiring for a variety of roles
  
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• North East offenders who have fallen from grace after committing crimes while in respected roles

  17-01-2026 01:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  These criminals were in prominent positions in the community across the region when their offending was uncovered by police
  
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• DWP full list of new payment rates of every benefit from April 2026, including PIP and State Pension

  17-01-2026 01:01 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  About 24 million people in the UK receive some form of DWP benefit including pensions, disability allowances and parenting payments
  
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