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Grainger Market upgrade: the historical context
Why is the Grainger Market so important to Newcastle?
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Why is the Grainger Market so important to Newcastle?
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Grainger Market upgrade: the historical context
Why is the Grainger Market so important to Newcastle?
northeastbylines.co.uk
January 12, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Grainger Market upgrade: the historical context
Why is the Grainger Market so important to Newcastle?
northeastbylines.co.uk/business/gra...
Why is the Grainger Market so important to Newcastle?
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Researchers warn UK has a “finance curse” – an oversized sector extracting wealth instead of creating it.
If Britain wants to feel better off again, we need a financial system that invests in the real economy – not one that gambles with it.
Andrew Curry explains
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If Britain wants to feel better off again, we need a financial system that invests in the real economy – not one that gambles with it.
Andrew Curry explains
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
Where did the money go – we offer some answers
We are a leading economy but this isn't reflected in how we feel. The UK has fallen behind other countries on many metrics
eastangliabylines.co.uk
January 11, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Researchers warn UK has a “finance curse” – an oversized sector extracting wealth instead of creating it.
If Britain wants to feel better off again, we need a financial system that invests in the real economy – not one that gambles with it.
Andrew Curry explains
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
If Britain wants to feel better off again, we need a financial system that invests in the real economy – not one that gambles with it.
Andrew Curry explains
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
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The UK’s only author-run co-operative publisher Gritstone celebrates its tenth anniversary
By Andrew Bibby
By Andrew Bibby
Northern publishing co-op makes its mark
The UK’s only author-run co-operative publisher Gritstone celebrates its tenth anniversary
yorkshirebylines.co.uk
January 10, 2026 at 7:28 AM
The UK’s only author-run co-operative publisher Gritstone celebrates its tenth anniversary
By Andrew Bibby
By Andrew Bibby
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The benefit cap. The two-child limit. Years of austerity. Now 4.5 million children live in poverty.
Child poverty isn’t just numbers. It’s cold bedrooms, missed meals, exclusion, poor health & futures curtailed.
Child poverty isn’t just numbers. It’s cold bedrooms, missed meals, exclusion, poor health & futures curtailed.
Child poverty: policy, consequences and the emerging road ahead
UK child poverty is rising, leaving millions of children hungry as families struggle with the cost of living and an inadequate safety net
eastangliabylines.co.uk
January 12, 2026 at 7:51 AM
The benefit cap. The two-child limit. Years of austerity. Now 4.5 million children live in poverty.
Child poverty isn’t just numbers. It’s cold bedrooms, missed meals, exclusion, poor health & futures curtailed.
Child poverty isn’t just numbers. It’s cold bedrooms, missed meals, exclusion, poor health & futures curtailed.
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With the 2026 US mid-terms are approaching, the clock is ticking for Trump | Mark Dawson
Demolition Man – What can stop Trump and his wrecking ball? Pt 4
With the 2026 US mid-terms are approaching, the clock is ticking for Trump
northwestbylines.co.uk
January 12, 2026 at 7:14 AM
With the 2026 US mid-terms are approaching, the clock is ticking for Trump | Mark Dawson
REM in sync with Buster Keaton
Sherlock Jr is showing in various
Cineworlds, Odeons and Vues. It can also be seen – and heard – at the Tyneside Cinema
northeastbylines.co.uk/culture/film...
Sherlock Jr is showing in various
Cineworlds, Odeons and Vues. It can also be seen – and heard – at the Tyneside Cinema
northeastbylines.co.uk/culture/film...
REM in sync with Buster Keaton
Sherlock Jr is showing in various Cineworlds, Odeons and Vues. It can also be seen – and heard – at the Tyneside Cinema
northeastbylines.co.uk
January 12, 2026 at 8:31 AM
REM in sync with Buster Keaton
Sherlock Jr is showing in various
Cineworlds, Odeons and Vues. It can also be seen – and heard – at the Tyneside Cinema
northeastbylines.co.uk/culture/film...
Sherlock Jr is showing in various
Cineworlds, Odeons and Vues. It can also be seen – and heard – at the Tyneside Cinema
northeastbylines.co.uk/culture/film...
Signs of Roman industrial hub discovered at site in Sunderland
A new discovery at Offerton on the banks of the Wear adds to our regional heritage of both Roman remains and industrial sites
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A new discovery at Offerton on the banks of the Wear adds to our regional heritage of both Roman remains and industrial sites
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Signs of Roman industrial hub discovered at site in Sunderland
A new discovery at Offerton on the banks of the Wear adds to our regional heritage of both Roman remains and industrial sites
northeastbylines.co.uk
January 12, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Signs of Roman industrial hub discovered at site in Sunderland
A new discovery at Offerton on the banks of the Wear adds to our regional heritage of both Roman remains and industrial sites
northeastbylines.co.uk/region/wears...
A new discovery at Offerton on the banks of the Wear adds to our regional heritage of both Roman remains and industrial sites
northeastbylines.co.uk/region/wears...
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David Bowie once described the internet as "exhilarating and terrifying".
On the 10th anniversary of his death here's what's changed: politics has turned upside down – post-truth, division and nationalism replacing optimism, all driven by algorithms ⤵️
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On the 10th anniversary of his death here's what's changed: politics has turned upside down – post-truth, division and nationalism replacing optimism, all driven by algorithms ⤵️
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The decayed decade: how Britain fell apart after Bowie died
If it’s generally accepted that the last 10 years have been dreadful, is there any science behind that? A look back, probably in anger, at the last decade
eastangliabylines.co.uk
January 10, 2026 at 7:39 PM
David Bowie once described the internet as "exhilarating and terrifying".
On the 10th anniversary of his death here's what's changed: politics has turned upside down – post-truth, division and nationalism replacing optimism, all driven by algorithms ⤵️
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
On the 10th anniversary of his death here's what's changed: politics has turned upside down – post-truth, division and nationalism replacing optimism, all driven by algorithms ⤵️
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
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Britain’s “special relationship” is looking one-sided • The EU confidently defends shared values • Liz Truss falls silent on her beloved Trump • In Epping, neighbours sang carols to reassure refugees after far-right intimidation
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@eastangliabylines.co.uk @pecksniffsdiary.bsky.social
Pecksniff: Starmer’s appeasement is no sanctuary in Trump’s terrifying new world
In which Mr Pecksniff lays before his readers for their approval certain observations and speculations reflecting on the political life
eastangliabylines.co.uk
January 10, 2026 at 5:11 PM
Britain’s “special relationship” is looking one-sided • The EU confidently defends shared values • Liz Truss falls silent on her beloved Trump • In Epping, neighbours sang carols to reassure refugees after far-right intimidation
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Calling NATO a one-way subsidy ignores how much Europe provides. This letter to the editor analyses all the ways the US benefits from European infrastructure, tax breaks, logistics, long-term host nation support and assistance with US missions ⤵️
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
Letter: Why Americans are wrong about NATO and Europe
Claims that the US subsidises European defence ignore how NATO underwrites American power, trade and global influence
eastangliabylines.co.uk
January 7, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Calling NATO a one-way subsidy ignores how much Europe provides. This letter to the editor analyses all the ways the US benefits from European infrastructure, tax breaks, logistics, long-term host nation support and assistance with US missions ⤵️
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
Researchers warn UK has a “finance curse” – an oversized sector extracting wealth instead of creating it.
If Britain wants to feel better off again, we need a financial system that invests in the real economy – not one that gambles with it.
Andrew Curry explains
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
If Britain wants to feel better off again, we need a financial system that invests in the real economy – not one that gambles with it.
Andrew Curry explains
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
Where did the money go – we offer some answers
We are a leading economy but this isn't reflected in how we feel. The UK has fallen behind other countries on many metrics
eastangliabylines.co.uk
January 11, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Researchers warn UK has a “finance curse” – an oversized sector extracting wealth instead of creating it.
If Britain wants to feel better off again, we need a financial system that invests in the real economy – not one that gambles with it.
Andrew Curry explains
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
If Britain wants to feel better off again, we need a financial system that invests in the real economy – not one that gambles with it.
Andrew Curry explains
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
Childhood trauma and personal narrative
Therapy talk is everywhere, but as trauma and self-help go mainstream, nuance is lost, turning wounds into content, trends and quick fixes
westenglandbylines.co.uk/news/health/...
Therapy talk is everywhere, but as trauma and self-help go mainstream, nuance is lost, turning wounds into content, trends and quick fixes
westenglandbylines.co.uk/news/health/...
Childhood trauma and personal narrative
Therapy talk is everywhere, but as trauma and self-help go mainstream, nuance is lost, turning wounds into content, trends and quick fixes
westenglandbylines.co.uk
January 11, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Childhood trauma and personal narrative
Therapy talk is everywhere, but as trauma and self-help go mainstream, nuance is lost, turning wounds into content, trends and quick fixes
westenglandbylines.co.uk/news/health/...
Therapy talk is everywhere, but as trauma and self-help go mainstream, nuance is lost, turning wounds into content, trends and quick fixes
westenglandbylines.co.uk/news/health/...
A good day for the Rooks
Lewes’ Dripping Pan ground is one of the nicest non-league stadiums in the country and a great place to watch football | Alex Turpie
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Lewes’ Dripping Pan ground is one of the nicest non-league stadiums in the country and a great place to watch football | Alex Turpie
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A good day for the Rooks
Lewes’ Dripping Pan ground is one of the nicest non-league stadiums in the country and a great place to watch football
sussexbylines.co.uk
January 11, 2026 at 3:03 PM
A good day for the Rooks
Lewes’ Dripping Pan ground is one of the nicest non-league stadiums in the country and a great place to watch football | Alex Turpie
@sussexbylines.co.uk
Lewes’ Dripping Pan ground is one of the nicest non-league stadiums in the country and a great place to watch football | Alex Turpie
@sussexbylines.co.uk
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WASPI: a campaign group for women born on or after 6 April 1950 - 5 April 1960 who saw increases to their State Pension age without adequate notice | Nick Kemp
WASPI women and the reactive state
WASPI: a campaign group for women born on or after 6 April 1950 - 5 April 1960 who saw increases to their State Pension age without adequate notice
northeastbylines.co.uk
January 11, 2026 at 11:20 AM
WASPI: a campaign group for women born on or after 6 April 1950 - 5 April 1960 who saw increases to their State Pension age without adequate notice | Nick Kemp
The rise and fall of Babycham – the sparkling pear drink that sold the champagne lifestyle at a small price
Cultural historian takes a nostalgic look at one of Britain's favourite tipples of the past - Babycham
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Cultural historian takes a nostalgic look at one of Britain's favourite tipples of the past - Babycham
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The rise and fall of Babycham – the sparkling pear drink that sold the champagne lifestyle at a small price
Cultural historian takes a nostalgic look at one of Britain's favourite tipples of the past - Babycham
centralbylines.co.uk
January 11, 2026 at 2:40 PM
The rise and fall of Babycham – the sparkling pear drink that sold the champagne lifestyle at a small price
Cultural historian takes a nostalgic look at one of Britain's favourite tipples of the past - Babycham
@centralbylines.co.uk
Cultural historian takes a nostalgic look at one of Britain's favourite tipples of the past - Babycham
@centralbylines.co.uk
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Cultural historian takes a nostalgic look at one of Britain's favourite tipples of the past - Babycham | Steve Parissien
The rise and fall of Babycham – the sparkling pear drink that sold the champagne lifestyle at a small price
Cultural historian takes a nostalgic look at one of Britain's favourite tipples of the past - Babycham
centralbylines.co.uk
January 10, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Cultural historian takes a nostalgic look at one of Britain's favourite tipples of the past - Babycham | Steve Parissien
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Researchers warn UK has a “finance curse” – an oversized sector extracting wealth instead of creating it.
If Britain wants to feel better off again, we need a financial system that invests in the real economy – not one that gambles with it.
Andrew Curry explains
If Britain wants to feel better off again, we need a financial system that invests in the real economy – not one that gambles with it.
Andrew Curry explains
Where did the money go – we offer some answers
We are a leading economy but this isn't reflected in how we feel. The UK has fallen behind other countries on many metrics
eastangliabylines.co.uk
January 11, 2026 at 9:50 AM
Researchers warn UK has a “finance curse” – an oversized sector extracting wealth instead of creating it.
If Britain wants to feel better off again, we need a financial system that invests in the real economy – not one that gambles with it.
Andrew Curry explains
If Britain wants to feel better off again, we need a financial system that invests in the real economy – not one that gambles with it.
Andrew Curry explains
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Update on the current situation in Iran | Peter Sagar
Is the Iranian regime about to fall?
Update on the current situation in Iran
northeastbylines.co.uk
January 10, 2026 at 11:13 AM
Update on the current situation in Iran | Peter Sagar
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Every stone turned over at Houchen's TVCA group uncovers a new worm hill | Peter Morris
Houchen’s South Tees Development Corporation fails to meet finance code
Every stone turned over at Houchen's TVCA group uncovers a new worm hill
northeastbylines.co.uk
January 10, 2026 at 11:46 AM
Every stone turned over at Houchen's TVCA group uncovers a new worm hill | Peter Morris
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Darlington Borough Council has warned about soaring costs for children’s social care services
| Bill Edgar
| Bill Edgar
Darlington: Children’s social care cost pressures
Darlington Borough Council has warned about soaring costs for children’s social care services
northeastbylines.co.uk
January 11, 2026 at 9:13 AM
Darlington Borough Council has warned about soaring costs for children’s social care services
| Bill Edgar
| Bill Edgar
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No safe shelter, no walls, no warmth...this is the reality for families in Gaza | Waseem
From the heart of Gaza
No safe shelter, no walls, no warmth...this is the reality for families in Gaza
northeastbylines.co.uk
January 11, 2026 at 10:43 AM
No safe shelter, no walls, no warmth...this is the reality for families in Gaza | Waseem
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What Scotland could do to uphold the international order; to protect ourselves and to set an example to others | Dr. Craig Dalzell
Scotland could lead the UK by upholding international law
What Scotland could do to uphold the international order; to protect ourselves and to set an example to others
bylines.scot
January 11, 2026 at 9:25 AM
What Scotland could do to uphold the international order; to protect ourselves and to set an example to others | Dr. Craig Dalzell
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What mechanisms and powers exist in the legal system or among states and voters to change the tide in the US and stop Trump?? | Mark Dawson
Demolition Man – What could stop Trump and his wrecking ball? Pt 3
What mechanisms and powers exist in the legal system or among states and voters to change the tide in the US and stop Trump??
northwestbylines.co.uk
January 11, 2026 at 7:24 AM
What mechanisms and powers exist in the legal system or among states and voters to change the tide in the US and stop Trump?? | Mark Dawson
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Four Greater Anglia stations will host the Inspiration exhibition train celebrating 200 years of rail: Cambridge, Colchester, Clacton-on-Sea and Hertford East. Hands-on displays and history brought to life. Tickets are free but limited.
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@eastangliabylines.co.uk
All aboard: Railway 200 exhibition train returns to East Anglia
The popular Inspiration exhibition train will stop at four Greater Anglia stations this February, offering free hands-on rail history and engineering experiences for visitors of all ages
eastangliabylines.co.uk
January 9, 2026 at 7:51 PM
Four Greater Anglia stations will host the Inspiration exhibition train celebrating 200 years of rail: Cambridge, Colchester, Clacton-on-Sea and Hertford East. Hands-on displays and history brought to life. Tickets are free but limited.
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
@eastangliabylines.co.uk
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🔥🇪🇺 “Europeans enjoy more free time than Americans, a higher life expectancy and lower levels of inequality – all with roughly comparable productivity.
Whichever way you look at it, this is a significantly superior economic performance.”
Whichever way you look at it, this is a significantly superior economic performance.”
Decline, what decline? The myth of dying Europe
There is a widespread view that, by comparison with the USA, Europe is in economic and social decline. But, Zucman argues, it's not true
eastangliabylines.co.uk
January 6, 2026 at 9:07 PM
🔥🇪🇺 “Europeans enjoy more free time than Americans, a higher life expectancy and lower levels of inequality – all with roughly comparable productivity.
Whichever way you look at it, this is a significantly superior economic performance.”
Whichever way you look at it, this is a significantly superior economic performance.”