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BBC, Amazon, Gov.uk among websites affected by global internet outage. (Canva)

BBC, Amazon, Gov.uk among websites affected by worldwide internet outage
BBC news, the New York Times and The Guardian also seem to be affected by the connection issues.

8 UK driving laws you could be breaking this weekend. (Canva)

Eight UK driving laws we all break without knowing in the summer

Drivers are facing delays on the M6

Motorists face delays on M6 with huge tailback

APPEAL: Possible stolen items

Police appeal for owners of possible stolen jewellery

92,000 drivers in the UK are at imminent risk of losing their driving licence. (PA)

92,000 drivers in the UK are at imminent risk of losing their driving licence

Bill Bailey and Oti Mabuse, winners the final of Strictly Come Dancing 2020. (BBC/PA)

BBC reveal Strictly Come Dancing line-up update for 2021

A pursuit took place, credit: Cumbria Roads Police

Driver arrested after pursuit on M6

Top 10 doorstep destinations that feel a world away to the UK.

Top 10 doorstep destinations that feel a world away to the UK

Rail fares have risen by 2.6 per cent

Commuters hit with rise in rail fares

Penrith and the Borders MP Dr Neil Hudson

MP raises issue of poor broadband at PMQs

When will hairdressers reopen in England? - What we know so far. (Canva)

This is when hairdressers could reopen as government begin plans to end lockdown

Why do Christians rub ashes onto their forehead on Ash Wednesday? (Canva)

Why do Christians observe Ash Wednesday? - Meaning behind the ashes explained

10 of the best pancake topping ideas for you to try. (Canva)

Why do we celebrate Pancake Day? and 10 of the best pancake topping ideas to try

Covid-19 cases rise in county

Here's the latest coronavirus cases recorded in Cumbria

Four things Matt Hancock could say in tonight's Downing Street press conference. (PA)

Four things Matt Hancock could say in tonight's Downing Street press conference

School term could be extended into summer holidays to allow pupils to catch up. (PA)

School term could be extended into summer holidays to allow pupils to catch up

Successful businessman was pillar of the community

Electricity North West

Electricity North West engineers ramp up preparations ahead of Storm Christoph

PICTURED: Stagecoach

Bus company to roll out bridge alert technology

David Young, of Bishop Auckland, died at the scene of a collision on the A689 near Killhope.

Stolen quad rider killed after tragic road accident last January

Coronation Street star finds four-foot snake in his bathroom. (PA/Canva)

Coronation Street star Harry Visinoni finds four-foot snake in his bathroom

CONCERNING: Two Cumbria locations were listed in the UK top ten

Two Cumbria roads named in top ten 'most dangerous to break down on' in Britain

Over 1,100 new cases of Coronavirus recorded in Cumbria

DATING show: The Cabins on ITV 2 Picture: ITV

ITV dating show billed as 'Winter's Love Island' filmed at exclusive resort in Cumbria

Top tips for homeschooling your children, from the experts. (Quizlet)

Five top homeschooling tips from the experts - how to keep your child engaged

Treasure: The hair tress found at Kirkhaugh Cairn that has been ruled as treasure

Gold ornament discovered near Alston declared as 'treasure'

On market: Owner of the Lovelady Country Hotel near Alston, Peter Haynes which has been forced to close. Picture: Kate Buckingham

Alston hotel goes back on the market

Under threat: Alston has had an ambulance for 48 years

Fears for future of town's community ambulance service

Motorcyclist speaks about devastating injuries after being hit by car

Former owner Wil Cheung is assisting the new Golden Dragon owners.

Good news as takeaway reintroduces takeaway delivery service to Alston area

Paul Thomas and his girlfriend Marion.

Motorcyclist reveals 10 years of pain after car crash

Paul Thomas and his girlfriend Marion.

Motorcyclist reveals 10 years of pain after car crash

Picture: Stuart Walker

Plans to help farmer launch sheepdog courses are lodged

1. Professor Sally Elton-Chalcraft, professor of social injustice and director of Learning, Education and Development research centre, Institute of Education, University of Cumbria

Cumbria being 'one of the least diverse areas of the country' leads to new teaching at university

The Big Cumbria Draw 2020 winner (sixth forms/colleges) - Jenny Gillon, Keswick School

Cumbrian children win big at the 'world's biggest drawing festival'

1. Lisa Jackson, programme manager, Hello Future

Expo designed to help students visualise their future is available for Cumbrians

CUMBRIA: Cumbria County Council building

Council give public consultation for a tax increase

More Covid-19 deaths recorded in Cumbria as hospitalisations rise

More Covid-19 deaths recorded in Cumbria as hospitalisations rise

Mental health, self harm.

Self-harm charity offer help to those struggling in lockdown

fire engine new pic.

Businesses urged to keep their vacant properties safe from fire and damage

Lab technicians handle suspected COVID-19 samples as they carry out a diagnostic test for coronavirus in the microbiology laboratory inside the Specialist Virology Centre at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff..

Cumbria Covid-19 cases continue to rise

The Great British Bake Off will return in 2021 (Image - C4/Love Productions/Mark Bourdillon/PA)

The Great British Bake Off are looking for contestants - Here's how to apply:

A queue at a coronavirus testing centre in Liverpool (PA)

All of the areas enrolled in mass Covid testing rollout

MP Tim Farron at Bendrigg Trust outdoor education centre

MP calls for the Government to review current guidance on school residentials

Covid vaccine offers 90% protection and 30million doses have been ordered to UK

Covid vaccine offers 90% protection and 30million doses have been ordered to UK

McDonald's have announced their new Christmas menu featuring the double Big Mac. (Image - McDonald's)

McDonald's launches a new double Big Mac on its Christmas menu

US election: Joe Biden to become the 46th president of the United States. Picture: PA Wire

US election: Joe Biden to become the 46th president of the United States

Asda announces petrol price drop ahead of second national lockdown - and it starts today

STRANDED: Car at Ambleside football club car park

Floodings cause chaos on the roads across south Cumbria

INNOVATION: Pregnant woman seen by a nurse

Hospital trust innovation hoping to benefit pregnant women

Stock image of firework

RSPCA warns this could be the worst ever bonfire night for pets

SAFETY: Halloween

Alternative to trick or treating being urged by health boss

MAP: Areas named as the top places for outdoor exercise

The areas in Cumbria named as the best locations for outdoor exercise