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Poll reveals that more than a third of women have experienced gender discrimination while running their business

One in three women suffer gender discrimination running their business

We've headed back into our archives to come up with some costume inspiration for World Book Day 2025.

World Book Day inspiration: 15 ideas from children in the North East

Temple Park Infants School pupils had plenty of style on World Book Day in 2004.

Retro World Book Day costumes from South Tyneside

Newcastle United chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan

Why Howe was 'very pleased' after Yasir Al-Rumayyan conversations

Stuck for that special soundtrack this Valentine's Day 2025? Then perhaps some of AI's suggestions might help set the mood?

What 15 songs does AI consider the most romantic for Valentine’s Day?

Nexus, the operator of the Tyne and Wear Metro, has announced several new job and apprenticeship opportunities for 2024. Photo: National World.

Nexus set to host apprentice recruitment evening in South Shields

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The 7 expert secrets to starting a successful business in 2025

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How to fund your side hustle - top ways to finance a passion project

Santander X UK Awards 2024 first prize winners Anushka Mahesh, Sarah Bailey, Aurusha Kharas and Tom Scrope

Entrepreneurs win award for tackling period poverty with £4 underwear

Gareth chose a mushroom pasta dish for one of his four meals

I've just ordered four meal kits for £3 and I can't wait to try them

Review: I tried the 3.5L Cosori Air Fryer

More than 50 women have taken part in a South Shields fun run to promote safety during the darker nights.

More than 50 women take on a fun run to promote winter safety campaign

A study of 500 SME owners and decision makers highlighted that not having enough time to focus on all their expenditure is costing them nearly £350 each month on average

Small business owners say lack of time is costing them money

NUFC 2025-26 kit leak: Big Adidas design detail hinted

The list of top books children should read before they’re four include The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson, The Tiger Who Came to Tea by Judith Kerr, and the Michael Rosen classic – We’re Going on a Bear Hunt

The best books children should read before they turn four

Beetlejuice themed Halloween decorations like this door cover are all the rage this year

How I'm giving my Halloween a Beetlejuice theme this year
I found on-trend Halloween shopping ideas with Beetlejuice themes ahead of new movie with Winona Ryder released in cinemas
Alison Brinkworth

New apprentices as the Port of Tyne.

'Job creation high on agenda' - Port of Tyne welcomes new recruits

A poll of 1,000 mums and dads with children aged 0 to 16, found 51 per cent have identical or similar lunches on weekdays

Parents and kids stuck in a lunchtime rut eating the same meals daily

A tuna pasta bake was a doddle to make, and cost just a few quid

I used a free magazine subscription to make the perfect meal

Bathroom revealed as a hotspot for creativity

Fly the flag this weekend with a selection of England merchandise

We pick out Euro decorations, merch and clothing ahead England v Spain

30% of Brits would back defaulted plant-based menu in NHS hospitals

Father's Day experience for 2024

Father's Day: Memorable experience gifts starting at just £25

Dads just love cooking up a treat on a barbecue

We pick out the best Father's Day gifts for dads who love to barbecue

The ultimate Father’s day gift guide 2024

Some of last year's winners at the Best of South Tyneside Awards.

The Best of South Tyneside Awards are back - here's how to nominate

Attendees at the North East Life Sciences Conference 2024 have reacted to the day. Photo: National World.

North East Life Sciences Conference visitors share their thoughts
North East Life Science Conference panellists, visitors and exhibitors have given an insight into how the event went.
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The Project team is pictured with Isaac Usher in the front who was shortlisted in the Young Innovator category

South Tyneside innovative scheme awarded top spot at awards ceremony

Matt Ritchie of Newcastle United celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and AFC Bournemouth at St. James Park on February 17, 2024 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Eddie Howe delighted with 'inspirational' Newcastle star's impact

Enjoy a romantic Valentine's Day meal around South Tyneside this year (photo: Adobe).

The top South Tyneside romantic restaurants according to Tripadvisor

NUFC player ratings v West Ham: ‘Tidy’ 8/10 & 6/10 ‘caught out’

West Ham United's Italian defender #33 Emerson (R) runs past Newcastle United's English goalkeeper #22 Nick Pope to set up the opening goal during the English Premier League football match between West Ham United and Newcastle United at the London Stadium, in London on October 8, 2023. (Photo by HENRY NICHOLLS / AFP)

Newcastle half-time ratings v West Ham: ‘Silly’ 4/10 & ‘lucky’ 5/10

“For many families, it’s difficult enough to have enough food on the table for everyone and now they need to think about how they’ll cover the kids’ meals as they head back to school.”

12 back to school food hacks including yellow sticker offer peak times

Winner Isaac Usher

Young South Tyneside inventors create genius inventions

ITV axe major talent show weeks after finale

What is Threads? Celebrities join Twitter rival

10-year-old boy wins competition for his solar panel homeless shelter

Holly Willoughby

Huge ITV star tipped to host Strictly Come Dancing

Ed Sheeran’s rare demo CD made while at school expected to sell at auction for massive sum

Rare Ed Sheeran demo CD made in school goes to auction

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex,

Prince Harry bizarre interview requests for Spotify podcast revealed

What will the next platty joobs be?

Coronation abbreviations - what will the next ‘platty joobs’ be?

Aaron Dessner teases new music with Taylor Swift

For those looking to head to Disney World Orlando next year can bag a bargain with this new offer

Disney World launches early booking offer with free park access

The AA has debunked lots of driving myths (Photo: The AA)

Eight driving myths debunked by The AA

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Mother’s Day on a budget: 9 thrifty ways to show you care

Instagram star The Lunchbox Mama has revealed a series of packed lunch ideas that will feed kids for a week all for under a fiver.

Mum shares savvy packed lunch ideas that feed kids for a week

Interior design experts have explained what the latest trends are for 2023

6 interior design trends to we’ll be seeing more of in 2023

Happy Valley series 3: Sally Wainwright explains pause between seasons

Some businesses may be forced to shut down for the winter

Dry January 2023: Celebrating 10 years of sobriety

Will you be making New Year's Resolutions for 2023?

Ten most common New Year’s resolutions and how to succeed at them

Expert tips on getting kids to sleep on Christmas eve

Best Christmas gifts for Dads

Men’s gifts for Christmas: great presents for Dads and father figures

What a feast

Be a Host Winner with these World Cup inspired Bring-a-board Ideas

Lauren Hunter and Emma Whitelock, ACTS staff members with last year's shoe boxes

Age Concern in South Tyneside launches annual shoe box appeal

Eight of the best Mother’s Day afternoon teas from UK supermarkets

Ten of the best Mother’s Day afternoon teas from UK supermarkets

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