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Thousands rally in Spain's capital against soaring housing costs
42+ min ago (463+ words) Thousands of people rallied in central Madrid against spiralling housing costs that have priced many Spaniards out of the housing market despite a recent economic boom, particularly in cities such as the country's capital and Barcelona. Spain's housing crisis is…...
City Of Memphis takes Lanwades crown
3+ hour, 10+ min ago (351+ words) City Of Memphis enhanced her growing reputation as Billy Lee proved he is once again the man for the Lanwades Stud Stakes at the Curragh. Fifth in the Irish 1, 000 Guineas after just one win in a maiden on this day…...
Starmer will not set timetable to leave No 10 if Burnham wins by-election
1+ hour, 23+ min ago (727+ words) Sir Keir Starmer insisted he would not set out a timetable to leave No 10 as Andy Burnham vowed to "change Labour" if he is successful in his effort to return to Parliament. The Prime Minister said he still wants to…...
Constitution River not an Epsom definite despite Derby market shift
4+ hour, 55+ min ago (319+ words) Aidan O'Brien has suggested there has been no change of plan with his key Classic hopefuls despite a significant move for Constitution River in the Betfred Derby betting. The master of Ballydoyle had previously hinted the impressive Dee Stakes winner…...
Miners' Picnic returns to Northumberland next month
14+ hour, 28+ min ago (180+ words) A celebration of mining heritage is set to return to Northumberland next month. The Northumberland Miners" Picnic will take place at Woodhorn Museum on Saturday, June 13, promising a day of music, art, storytelling and hands-on activities. The event will begin…...
Michelin-starred Pine team to launch Pyr in Newcastle
11+ hour, 35+ min ago (385+ words) The Michelin-starred team from Restaurant Pine in launching a new dining experience. Pyr will bring live-fire cooking to Freight Island, Newcastle, a new 60, 000 square foot rooftop venue'on August 6. The concept is led by chef-owner Cal Byerley and head chef Ian…...
Inside Ponteland bar as the Brack brothers team up with Jason Tindall
11+ hour, 37+ min ago (425+ words) NEWCASTLE hospitality giant Joe Brack, of Brack brothers fame, has said he thinks they've "hit the sweet spot" with their new Say When Ponteland venue. Siblings Joe and Ollie have experienced a meteoric rise since Brack Burger took off during…...
Country estate in 'prime location' hits the market for "2 million
12+ hour, 59+ min ago (375+ words) A country estate believed to date back to the 18th century has been put up for sale. Benridge Hall, located just 2. 5 miles from Ponteland in Northumberland, is a red-brick, Grade II-listed property set in about 25 acres of land and is being…...
Look inside this five-bed Corbridge house with valley views
13+ hour, 11+ min ago (436+ words) An upgraded five-bedroom detached house with valley views in Corbridge's Roman Heights development is listed for offers over "600, 000. According to the listing, the home was built about three years ago and has been "enhanced significantly beyond the original developer specification,…...
Restaurant Hjem brings back popular outdoor dining concept
14+ hour, 59+ min ago (388+ words) A Northumberland restaurant's outdoor dining concept has made a triumphant return. Restaurant Hjem welcomed around 150 guests to the launch of Hjem Vin on Sunday, May 17, with a sold-out barbecue event held at South Causey Inn. The gathering marked the return…...