A government report reveals why Hitachi trains, which had to be withdrawn, developed cracks.

Medomsley detention centre, which shut in 1988, housed teenagers who had committed minor crimes.

Cristiano Ronaldo's return to English football will not be broadcast on UK TV - and here is why.

Three men are arrested after the Mercedes hit roadside barriers and a number of police cars.

BBC Sport radio commentators assess the prospects for the teams ahead of the 2014 season

Defender Denver Hume signs a new two-year deal with Sunderland.

Thirty years after the Meadow Well riots residents say it is time their estate was rid of its reputation.

Northamptonshire successfully chase down 320 on the final day to beat Surrey while Durham win their Division Two match.

Sheffield's council leader says the comedian's material "does not reflect" the city's values.

Arqiva's chief executive says replacing the 500-tonne transmitter quickly is not feasible.

Nikita Jasmine behaved in an "unacceptable" way on the matchmaking show, Channel 4 says.

Ryan Turner was in a car which left a road and crashed into a field in County Durham.

Former Cardiff City boss Neil Warnock says it is "nice to put a bit back" after helping to pay for a defibrillator at Taffs Well Football Club.

Durham wrap up victory over Glamorgan by an innings and 42 runs, with Paul Coughlin taking 5-64 after Andrew Salter makes a career-best 90.

Redcar's Dorman Long tower has no protection in law, a council says, as plans to raze it are submitted.

More than 3,500 people opposed the incinerator which would have had a 164ft (50m)-high chimney.