POLICE are continuing to search for Mohammed Kayani, 16, who was reported missing from his Jefferson Place home, in Newcastle’s West End, on February 12. He is Asian, 5ft 5ins tall, of medium build, with black hair shaved on both sides and a small ponytail. He left home on February 6 with clothes and cash. There are no immediate concerns for his welfare, but police want to ensure he is safe and well. Anyone with information is asked to call Northumbria Police on 101.

MOTHER AFRICA: Sunderland Empire will host Mother Africa – the Circus of the Streets on Wednesday (March 27). The show starts at 7.30pm. Tickets are priced £16 to £26. To book, call 0844-871-3022 or visit atgtickets.com/sunderland

TOSCA SHOW: Puccini’s Tosca will be performed at the Sunderland Empire theatre on April 24, with Carmen following the night after. The shows will feature Opera and Ballet International, the Moldovan National Opera, the Moldovan National Philharmonic Orchestra and soloists mezzo soprano Nadia Stoianova as Carmen and soprano Maria Tsonina as Tosca. Tickets are priced £10 to £29.50. To book, call 0844-871-3022 or visit atgtickets.com/sunderland