One of the strongest earthquakes ever recorded has struck Russia’s far east, an 8.8-magnitude tremor that caused tsunami ...

The group also revealed that it was about halfway through its efforts to save 1.5 billion US billion (£1.1 billion) worth of yearly costs.

It was confirmed in April that the 50m breaststroke would be one of three disciplines added for the Games in three years’ time.

This is the Northern Echo's live breaking news blog on unconfirmed reports of a crash happening in last 10 minutes on the A19 Northbound at ...

Santander UK revealed more than 2,000 roles have been cut amid an ongoing cost-saving overhaul as it reported a drop in half-year profits.

This is the Northern Echo's live breaking news blog on unconfirmed reports of a crash happening in last 10 minutes on the A19 Northbound at ...

This is the Northern Echo's live breaking news blog on unconfirmed reports of a crash happening in last 10 minutes on the A19 Northbound at ...

Bowburn Primary School, near Durham, received an Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) Gold Award, recognising the outstanding playtime experience ...

See the full list of road closures in place on Sunday, August 3, as the 10k race and other running events take place ...

A Darlington hair salon has been forced to pay another former staff member after docking her pay by almost £5,000.

The construction of a new STACK venue in Bishop Auckland has been handed a funding lifeline. Much-needed investment is set to be provided by North East Mayor Kim McGuinness and Durham County Council ...

A section of the A692 Consett Road in Lobley Hill, Gateshead, will be closed for 12 hours for essential maintenance.