Four arrested at anti-lockdown protestpublished at 08:22 British Summer Time 28 September 2020
Northumbria Police says "enforcement action" was required at the demonstration.
Read MoreFour arrested at anti-lockdown protestpublished at 08:22 British Summer Time 28 September 2020
MOTD2 analysis: 'Ridiculous' handball rule has 'got to change'published at 08:14 British Summer Time 28 September 2020
Match of the Day 2's Jermaine Jenas and Darren Fletcher discuss the handball rule which resulted in two controversial goals for Newcastle United and Everton.
Read MoreNorth East weather: Warmer day on the waypublished at 08:10 British Summer Time 28 September 2020
If you thought the weekend was cold, then you'll be pleased to hear it's set to a little warmer today.
However, a weather front will push in from the west and track eastwards through the day, bringing a spell of rain, before clearing to the east later in the evening.
Mostly dry tonight with clear spells, one or two showers are possible towards western areas.
Our live updates start herepublished at 08:00 British Summer Time 28 September 2020
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