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Miguel Almiron was sent off for Paraguay during their 1-0 victory over Turkey at the World Cup, with the former Newcastle United midfielder becoming the first player to be dismissed for covering his mouth
All the latest Newcastle United transfer news and rumours as the Eddie Howe looks to strengthen his squad
The UKHSA has issued a yellow warning, which means temperatures could impact on the health and wellbeing of some people
75-year-old Kit Tapscott is not letting his own health challenges prevent him from getting active to help others
The Newcastle United midfielder has been linked with a move away from St James' Park this summer
Thomas Burn then hit eyewatering speeds of 120mph on the dual carriageway as he tried to evade officers before refusing a drugs test and being found in possession of cannabis and amphetamine
Style Social has been set up to boost sustainability around clothing with people able to buy second hand items for bargain prices
Led by Sabir Khalid, the growing number of volunteers have been litter-picking in the West End for several months now
Fusion Lifestyle fell into administration earlier this year, with the City Baths and Turkish Baths among scores of venues across the country it had operated
The Department for Transport has outlined the different processes for PIP claimants seeking a vehicle tax reduction or disabled driver tax exemption
