Tommy Robinson urges supporters to cancel TV licences in protest against BBC
Controversial activist Tommy Robinson called on supporters to cancel their TV licences as thousands gathered outside BBC headquarters for a demonstration.
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Man admits writing ‘No Blacks’ on home of African family
A man has admitted daubing “No Blacks” on the home of a family from Africa.
PSG fans in party mode in Manchester city centre ahead of Champions League tie
Anyone in Manchester on Tuesday afternoon would have found it difficult to ignore Paris St-Germain supporters ahead of their team’s game against Manchester United.
Labour’s northern leaders demand £70bn post-Brexit investment plan for region
Labour’s leaders in the north of England are demanding the parties at Westminster agree to a £70 billion post-Brexit investment plan for the region.
Pilot arrested at Manchester Airport on suspicion of being drunk
An American Airlines pilot has been arrested at Manchester Airport on suspicion of being drunk just minutes before he was due to operate a transatlantic flight.
Male volunteers wanted for ‘groundbreaking’ trial of contraceptive gel
A contraceptive treatment for men is being put to the test and researchers are seeking couples in Edinburgh and Manchester to take part in a groundbreaking study.
Aberdeen flights disruption as Manchester’s runway closes
Snow and ice caused disruption to many people's travel plans yesterday as a number of flights to Aberdeen had to be cancelled.
Commuters turn to skis as Manchester is blanketed in snow
With snow falling across the UK, at least two people from Manchester took the weather warnings as seriously as possible, setting out on skis for their morning travel.
‘Loving and caring’ boy killed in hit-and-run crash
An 11-year-old boy killed in a hit-and-run collision was an “intelligent, loving and caring kid”, his family has said.
Manchester canal turns bright blue
An investigation has been launched after a Manchester canal turned an unusual colour.
Fire tackled at The Ivy restaurant in Manchester
Fire crews have tackled a blaze at The Ivy restaurant in Manchester.
Couple stabbed in New Year’s Eve station attack thank their rescuers
A couple who were injured in a suspected terror attack at Manchester Victoria Station on New Year’s Eve have thanked their rescuers, and said they hope the incident does not “divide communities”.
‘Pure fear’ as knifeman stabs three at Manchester station sparking terror probe
Counter terrorism police are leading an investigation after a knifeman stabbed three people at Victoria Station in Manchester.
Three treated for injuries after ‘knife attack’ at railway station
A knifeman shouted “Allah” after attacking and stabbing innocent commuters at a train station, an eye-witness said.
WeWork still committed to UK despite Brexit uncertainty
The new UK boss of flexible workspace firm WeWork has doubled down on the company’s commitment to the British market despite growing uncertainty over Brexit.
Noel Gallagher: Liam’s calls to reform Oasis are about his ego
Noel Gallagher has claimed his brother acts for his ego and does not care about Oasis fans who he abandoned “25 times in his career”.
Hamleys circled by Mike Ashley and The Entertainer
Mike Ashley’s Sports Direct has emerged as a prospective bidder for Hamleys as the toy store’s Chinese owner looks for an exit.
Manchester business lodges trademark claim against Bentley Motors
A Manchester business has launched a legal claim against Bentley Motors over the ownership of a clothing trademark, the latest move in a lengthy dispute with the luxury carmaker.
Seven years for driver who knocked policewoman down twice in stolen car
A “completely reckless” motorist who twice knocked over a police constable after she attempted to pull his vehicle over has been jailed for seven years.
Review of police cadet programmes urged as officers probed over sex claims
Police forces have been told to carry out urgent reviews into their volunteer cadet programmes after officers in two cities were accused of abusing their positions for a “sexual purpose”.
Ariana Grande praised for Manchester support during BBC special
Ariana Grande said she still finds it difficult to talk about the Manchester Arena bombing at her concert last year, as she was thanked by city residents for her support after the attack.
Idris Elba and Yoko Ono among artists for Manchester International Festival
Actor Idris Elba will premiere a musical theatre production about life in South Africa after Nelson Mandela at a festival next year.
Ariana Grande announces Sweetener world tour
Ariana Grande has announced a world tour based on her latest album Sweetener.
Grime rapper Bugzy Malone: I was waiting for the fans to come to me
Grime artist Bugzy Malone has said it took a decade to release his debut album because he was waiting for “the right audience”.
Anna Friel: I would struggle if my daughter wanted to become a boy
Anna Friel has said that she would struggle if her daughter told her she wanted to become a boy.
Maxine Peake wins award for her contribution to British theatre
Maxine Peake has hailed the importance of regional theatres in her career as it was announced she will receive a top industry award for her outstanding contribution to British theatre.
Channel 4 reveals shortlist for new national HQ location
Birmingham, Greater Manchester and Leeds are all in the running to host Channel 4’s new national headquarters, the broadcaster has announced.
Invergordon man’s conviction quashed after judge calls abduction ‘stupid prank’
A Invergordon gamer found guilty of trying to abduct a schoolboy has had his convictions quashed after a top judge accepted it was only a “stupid prank”.
He’s being a bit of a… Booth calls out Morrissey amid far-right support claims
Tim Booth has labelled Morrissey a “dick” amid claims the revered singer supports the far-right.
Morrissey’s UK shows postponed due to logistical problems
All of Morrissey’s UK and European tour dates in July have been postponed because of logistical problems, his management has announced.
Morrissey management ‘rattled’ by anti-racism bash, organiser claims
Morrissey’s team are “rattled” by an anti-racism party due to be held near one of the singer’s concerts, the organiser of the event has claimed.
Morrissey’s manager blasts planned anti-racism party near the star’s concert
Morrissey’s manager has accused the organiser of an anti-racism party near one of the singer’s concerts of being an attention seeker and claimed the move was “bullshit”.