Countries have made “minimal progress” in increasing action to curb global warming in the past three years, analysis shows. An assessment by the Climate Action Tracker (CAT) initiative says that ...

THE town's Christmas Tree has been placed in front of Hexham Abbey. EGGER (UK) Ltd marked the start of Hexham’s festive season on Wednesday, November 13 by donating a Sitka Spruce Christmas tree to ...

A programme to detect lung cancer early is now underway in Northumberland and North Tyneside. The NHS-targeted lung health checks scheme will invite eligible patients to participate from now until ...

The Republican Party has won enough seats to control the US House, completing the party’s sweep into power and securing their hold on the American government alongside president-elect Donald Trump.

Wealthy countries must more than double the amount of climate finance paid from taxpayers’ money annually by 2030, UN-appointed experts said. The Independent High-Level Expert Group on Climate Finance ...

At least one explosion outside Brazil’s Supreme Court has killed one person and forced the justices and staff to evacuate the building in the capital of Brasilia, police and firefighters said. A ...

The Environment Agency is investigating the deaths of native white-clawed crayfish in Northumberland. The endangered species, found in the River Wansbeck, displayed symptoms such as 'unusual orange ...

As the first acts on the 2025 Edinburgh International Festival (EIF) programme are announced, festival director Nicola Benedetti said “the toughest battle of all” is innovating while at the same time ...

A voluntary levy on tickets to large concerts at stadiums and arenas should be introduced by 2025 to help fund grassroots venues, the Government has said. Ministers expect the music industry to take ...

HEXHAM'S MP urged residents to share their views on a public consultation for local transport. MP Joe Morris said: "This week marked Remembrance Day, giving us the opportunity to pay tribute to those ...

A species of invasive tree is set to be discussed at a national conference. The Property Care Association's (PCA) Invasive Weed Control Group says it is working to identify locations where Ailanthus ...

A BIKER was horrified to see his 'freedom' go up in flames at his home last week. David Burdus, 63, was devastated to see his Martin Conquest trike on fire outside his home on the outskirts of ...