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X Factor's Joe McElderry performs at The Sage Gateshead

X Factor's Joe McElderry at The Sage
Video of X Factor's Joe McElderry performing at The Sage Gateshead, introduced by his mentor, Cheryl Cole.
Soldier in Afghanistan Parades mark troops' homecoming
Soldiers from the Royal Fusiliers are to march through two Northumberland towns to celebrate their return from Afghanistan.

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Newcastle United's Andy Carroll is arrested and questioned on suspicion of assault after a fight at a nightclub in the city.

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