Newcastle Crown Court

Man attacks couple in North Shields car park, fracturing sternum

Marasu's Petit Fours Collapses into Administration

Marasu's Petit Fours, a British chocolate manufacturer, has collapsed into administration, affecting its production and supply to prestigious brands. Administrators were appointed on February 6, with Alessandro Sidoli and Jessica Barker of Xeinadin Corporate Recovery Limited named as joint administrators.

Sandviken Council to Vote on Rainbow Flag Initiative for Pride Days

A citizen initiative in Sandviken to raise the rainbow flag on two annual Pride days has gained support and will be voted on by the municipal council. The proposal, submitted by Johan Ek, calls for flagging on May 17 and June 28.

Asymptomatic healthcare worker linked to infections in new mothers

Seven new mothers at a hospital in Lund contracted a dangerous uterine infection after childbirth, with an investigation identifying an asymptomatic former healthcare worker as the probable source. All affected mothers have recovered after antibiotic treatment, and no new cases have been reported since response measures were implemented.

Pope appoints Australian bishop to key Vatican legal role

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Anthony Randazzo of Broken Bay as prefect of the Dicastery for Legislative Texts, a key Vatican legal office. The move places an Australian bishop with experience in the clergy abuse crisis at the helm of the church's canon law system.

Gothenburg's unique adoption counseling ends, leaving vulnerable group at risk

Gothenburg's unique adoption counseling service for internationally adopted individuals is disappearing due to a reorganization of the city's Psychologist Unit, leaving a vulnerable population at risk. The service, which had no equivalent in other municipalities, will be replaced by digital national support.

Södertälje Hospital mixed up two deceased persons, released body to wrong family

Södertälje Hospital mistakenly released the body of one deceased person to the wrong family after a mix-up with another deceased individual, an official said. The hospital is investigating the incident and has informed the relatives, offering them support.

King Charles III inaugurates world's longest coastal walking route

King Charles III inaugurated the King Charles III England Coast Path on Thursday, marking the official opening of the world's longest managed coastal walking route and the Seven Sisters National Nature Reserve.

Iran War Escalates with Civilian Casualties and Military Buildup

The regional war triggered by a U.S.-Israeli operation that killed Iran's Supreme Leader has escalated with significant civilian casualties, a major U.S. military surge, and conflicting claims about the conflict's goals and outcomes.

Pregnant commuters struggle for seats on London Tube despite badges

Pregnant women in London report being frequently overlooked for seats on the Tube, even while wearing official 'Baby on Board' badges. Transport for London has marked the badge's 20th anniversary by introducing a new design for multiple pregnancies.

Grums defeats Strömsbro 2-0 to win playoff series

Grums won their playoff series against Strömsbro with a 2-0 victory in the third game, advancing in the U20 National West men's hockey pre-qualifier.

Pedestrian Passage Under E4 Planned for Ånäset Due to Railway Construction

Trafikverket Västerbotten is building a pedestrian passage under the E4 highway at the northern entrance to Ånäset, citing increased traffic from Norrbotniabanan construction. The passage will be permanent and part of broader road improvements.

Edinburgh Festival Features Largest Ever US Artist Lineup

The Edinburgh International Festival will showcase its largest presentation of American artists in history, centered on the theme 'All Rise' marking the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.

Great Cormorant Numbers Surge in Norrköping, Prompting Hunting Permit

The great cormorant population has increased sharply in the Östergötland archipelago since the early 2000s, with the birds now appearing more frequently in central Norrköping. Protective hunting has been authorized to reduce pressure on fish stocks.