Myanmar releases thousands of prisoners to mark Independence Day
Myanmar’s military government has released more than 6,000 prisoners and reduced other inmates’ sentences as part of a mass ...
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Mayors should take over local trains says northern leader
The north east’s directly elected mayor has called for regional leaders to run Northern train across the north of England. Northern is currently run by the Department of Transport but north east mayor ...
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Iconic locomotives to pass through Cumbria as rail tour boom continues
Cumbria’s stunning scenery and fascinating history continues to bring in visitors on historic rail tours as the county prepares to host thousands of train tourists throughout 2025. The county’s ...
Tranmere Rovers v Carlisle United: Odds for League Two clash
A look at the main bookmakers' odds as Carlisle United head to Prenton Park for another huge game against Tranmere Rovers.
Lake District bus routes affected by icy conditions
A couple of bus routes have been effected. Due to the icy conditions on the roads, Stagecoach are currently unable to run their regular service. Cumbria Road Watch has been informed that the 554 ...
Luke Littler sets his sights on Phil Taylor’s 16 world titles and ‘a lot more’
The 17-year-old consolidated his status as the biggest star in the game by winning the World Championship on Friday night.
King ‘deeply saddened’ by death of royal nanny’s stepson in New Orleans attack
Police confirmed they were supporting the family of Edward Pettifer, 31, of Chelsea, who was killed in the attack in Bourbon Street.
Japanese woman who was world’s oldest person dies aged 116
Tomiko Itooka, a Japanese woman who was the world’s oldest person according to Guinness World Records, has died aged 116, officials said. Ms Itooka died on December 29 at a care home in Ashiya, Hyogo ...
Cold Weather Payments: Cumbrian households can claim benefit
People living in some Cumbrian postcodes are now eligible for a Cold Weather Payment after the latest freezing temperatures across the UK.
US prepares for former president Jimmy Carter’s funeral
Six days of funeral observances for Jimmy Carter are due to begin in Georgia, where the former US president died on December 29 at the age of 100. The first events reflect Mr Carter’s climb up the ...
Amber weather warning for snow in Cumbria
Snow and ice are expected to cause disruptions across Cumbria this weekend. There are two weather warnings currently in place for this weekend, according to the Met Office. Snow is expected to lead to ...
Cumbria: Met office issue amber weather warning for snow
The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for snow and ice across large parts of the UK, including Cumbria. Cumbria could see at least 3cm of snow, with some high-up areas expected to see ...