Manchester Primark store on Market Street forced to suddenly close while busy with shoppers

Midfielder Mason Mount is optimistic that his performance levels will start to improve following his summer move to Manchester United.

Aldi has announced it is selling a controversial new Walkers crisp flavour that some are saying goes "against nature".

Coronation Street star Colson Smith has put money on his former co-star Ellie Leach winning Strictly Come Dancing and shared why he is adamant she'll lift the Glitterball trophy this year. The actress is currently a favourite among viewers of the BBC One dance contest with professional dance partner Vito Coppola.

Storm Babet is causing disruption at Leeds Bradford Airport this afternoon after a plane skidded off the runway.

The family of Yousef Makki has urged a coroner to conclude his fatal stabbing was an unlawful killing. Yousef was killed by his friend Joshua Molnar, who says he acted in self-defence.

Amy Dowden has shared a hidden message in her choice of outfit for her Loose Women appearance as she made her debut on the show. The dancer appeared on the ITV lunchtime programme on Friday (October 20) to share her breast cancer journey and hopes to be back in her dancing shoes for the next series of Strictly Come Dancing.

Covid cases have fallen across England and Wales for the second week in a row, suggesting the rise in cases seen in early autumn are on their way out.

Gemma Atkinson has shared why her young daughter thinks her dad is 'in the moon' as she opened up about grief. The Hits Radio host released the latest episode of her podcast, The Overshare with Gemma Atkinson, and it was all about suffering loss which she is very familiar with.

One of Manchester's busiest roads will close for four nights while urgent works take place. Safety repairs are set to be carried out on the barrier along the Mancunian Way.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music Note: The conversation that follows took place in September, two weeks before Hamas’ attack on Israel. On Wednesday, veteran music executive Lyor Cohen was honored at the City of Hope’s annual Spirit of Life gala, which raised $4.3 million to improve health equity in cancer care. He made the following remarks as part of his speech: “We came here tonight to eradicate cancer, but wouldn’t it be incredible if we could also eradicate hate. “What happened on October 7th will never be forgotten, the brutality and slaughter of innocent women, children and men only because they were Jewish. It was an act of terrorism and barbarism. That is not open for debate. Many are being held captive. I want them returned to their families. “I am sorry to hijack this special event to express my feelings as a human, just like I do when injustices happen to anyone targeted because of their race, religion or sexual identity. My heart also goes out to the Palestinian people and the region that has to endure unnecessary loss of life. I pray for peace. Will you join me?” Now in his fourth decade in the music industry, Lyor Cohen is one of the top executives of the era, working as an artist manager, label chief and, since 2016, head of music for YouTube.

Eric Cantona has suggested that The Rolling Stones should support him at one of his live shows following the launch of his music career.The former Manchester United icon released his debut, four-track EP ‘I’ll Make My Own Heaven’ today (October 20) via Decca.Cantona announced that he had set his sights on a musical venture back in May, when he teased the single ‘The Friends We Lost’ ahead of sharing the song in full the following month.The ex-professional footballer has since described his new life as an artist as the next best thing from being on the pitch. “If you have a dream it should be a big dream,” he explained.“I’ve done sport, cinema, but I think after sport the closest thing is singing live on stage.”During a new interview with BBC News, Cantona was asked which artists he would consider opening for as a support act, with the outlet noting that he is “just starting out”. He responded: “I do not understand what you mean.”The interviewer then attempted to “explain musical hierarchy” to Cantona.“No,” he said.

Coronation Street actress Sally Dynevor, known for her role as Sally Metcalfe on the Cobbles, has revealed she fainted after she received the heartbreaking news of her breast cancer diagnosis as she thought the nurse had a 'mix up.'

Pep Guardiola remained impartial as he was asked to declare whether Erling Haaland or Lionel Messi should win this year's Ballon d'Or award.

Gareth Southgate listened to Manchester City concerns over John Stones as he looked to secure European Championship qualification for England.

Storm Babet has been causing disruptive weather all across the coast in the UK.

Amazon shoppers are 'turning off heating' thanks to a 'cosy' £13 Oodie style hooded blanket. As the weather gets colder, many of us have started using our central heating, but to help with rising energy costs, some people are buying extra layers, such as wearable hooded blankets.The Sienna Hooded Blanket is a bestseller on Amazon and has over 23,000 five-star reviews.

When it comes to perfumes, there’s nothing better than a scent thats both luxurious and long-lasting whilst still leaving you smelling gorgeous. One of the most coveted fragrances at the moment is Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Edp Spray, £235 here, which has become something of a viral sensation after Rihanna revealed it was one of her all time favourite go-to perfumes, with Olivia Rodrigo also being known to wear the fragrance.

Coronation Street fans think they have spotted the next Stephen Reid - but he's not residing in Weatherfield. The broke businessman-turned-serial killer's reign on the cobbles came to a shock end last week.

Rochelle Humes has jokingly told her husband Marvin to 'leave' her office after he started messing around while she wasn't there. The This Morning star took to social media earlier this week as she shared the truth behind her glamourous appearance at the office.

One of the most powerful public officials in Greater Manchester has announced he will be retiring. Eamonn Boylan will step down as chief executive of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) in May.

Residents have been urged to 'act now' in part of Tameside after a flood warning was issued as Storm Babet hits the North West.

Emmerdale star Samantha Giles has officially been able to confirm she is leaving the show after 25 years. It has been rumoured for a while that the actress, known for playing Bernice Blackstock in the ITV soap, will be saying farewell to the fictional Yorkshire village this year.

Manchester United have made three appointments in the academy as the club looks to continue to have a leading youth set-up.

Pep Guardiola did not rule out a January exit for Kalvin Phillips as the Manchester City player considers his options ahead of Euro 2024.

Fans have flooded Aljazk Skorjanec with a very similar message as he was seen out and about with his baby daughter. The former Strictly Come Dancing star is currently flying solo with Lyra Rose while his wife Janette Manrara works in London.

Helen Flanagan has told fans who is the 'only man' for her - and it's pretty sweet. The actress took to Instagram to share a string of images of her son, Charlie. The first image saw Helen cooing over the toddler as they walked through the streets of what appeared to be Manchester.

The family and friends of a missing man from Oldham are appealing for help to find him following his 'out of character' disappearance.

Lise Pedersen Can Artificial Intelligence help better restore and preserve heritage cinema? That was the question asked to a high-level panel on Thursday at the Classic Film Market, which runs alongside Lyon’s Lumière Film Festival, dedicated to heritage film. Struggling to override the clatter of the heavy downpour hitting the ceiling of the tent set up next to the Lumière Institute for the duration of the festival, participants took part in a heated debate entitled Artificial Intelligence: A Tool for Heritage, in front of a packed room of industry professionals.

Married At First Sight UK's Luke Worley is facing fresh drama as he has been forced to deny being a cheater in the wake of his bust-up with Jordan Gayle. Luke is rumoured to have been booted from the E4 dating show over a heated row with Jordan, whom he apparently "punched", in scenes yet to air from the couples' retreat. An episode on Thursday, 19 October, showed the beginnings of a spat between Luke and Jordan, where Luke appeared to stick up for groom JJ Slater – who had been accused of cheating for flirting with another bride, Ella.

Liam Gallagher has added more dates to his 2024 ‘Definitely Maybe’ tour. Find out ticket details below.As announced earlier this week, the former Oasis frontman will embark on a tour of the UK and Ireland next summer to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the band’s 1994 debut album.Tickets for the tour went on sale at 9am this morning (October 20) and due to the high demand, Gallagher has now announced two extra dates.This includes a fourth date at London’s O2 Arena on June 11, and an extra show at the singer’s hometown of Manchester on June 28, taking place at Co-Op Live.Previously listed dates include stops at arenas in Sheffield, Cardiff, Glasgow and Dublin.

Strictly Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova has shared a brand new career move after being 'snubbed' from the latest series. The professional dancer wasn't chosen to have a celebrity partner during the latest run of the BBC One dance contest.

Kate Garraway expressed concern for her Good Morning Britain colleague as they headed out in the downpours to report live on Storm Babet. The adverse weather is the latest in a long line of storms that have battered the UK over the past few years.

A deaf customer at a Starbucks cafe in Manchester has claimed they were asked if they were drunk by a member of staff.

A flight from Tenerife to Manchester was forced into an emergency landing after a child fainted on board. The Ryanair flight RK1248 was on its way to the UK from Tenerife South Airport on Wednesday afternoon (October 18) when the incident unfolded.

Emmerdale fans think they have worked out Chloe Harris is planning her 'revenge' as she woke from her coma. Last week in the ITV soap, a dramatic car crash saw Chloe alongside Mackenzie Boyd and Charity Dingle facing immortal peril as their car dangled off a cliff edge.

EXCLUSIVE: Oscar and BAFTA-winning VFX firm Framestore has hired industry veteran and former MPC exec Gary Brozenich. He will take up the new position of international production supervisor.