Police release statement on 'malicious communications' after schools locked down across Manchester

Erik ten Hag says he had a catch-up chat with Lyon star Nicolas Tagliafico prior to Manchester United’s friendly against the Ligue 1 club to talk about his World Cup success with Argentina.

The investigation into rapper Tupac Shakur‘s 1996 murder continues as police continue to search for answers nearly 30 years later.

Ayrshire police have launched an investigation after an attempted murder of two men last weekend.

Good Morning Britain presenter Ben Shephard has taken to his social media page to share an exciting announcement in support of his wife Annie, as his co-star Kate Garraway and fans rushed to the post to also pour their well-wishes to the pair.

EastEnders fans have been gripped in recent episodes of the BBC soap as Stacey Slater, played by actress Lacey Turner, was put in a difficult position when her loved ones stepped in amid creepy teacher Theo Hawthorne stalking her.

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is back with another, equally captivating season 2 that comes complete with a new star-studded cast of characters, even more cryptic clues to spot and genres to explore as audiences try to solve a whole new murder.With season 2 premiering with two episodes on July 12 before mystery unfolds with the remaining eight episodes on Apple TV+, executive producers Anthony King, Chris Miller and Phil Lord as well as returning stars Sam Richardson, Tiffany Haddish and Zoë Chao, and other members of the new ensemble, break down what's to come in a deeper, even more complex installment of the anthology series. «Season 2 is definitely an extension of season 1,» Chao tells ET, teasing that «there's a lot at stake» as the series goes «further into the genres.» Not only that, «we now have two families and with that comes rich histories. And we get to really go into origin stories that span decades,» she adds. Season 2 picks up a year after the events of season 1, which saw Detective Danner (Haddish) solving the murder of performer Xavier (Dave Franco) and clearing the names of his former high school classmates, Aniq (Richardson) and Zoë (Chao). Now, the two are officially dating, with Aniq preparing to meet Zoë's family for the first time during the wedding between her sister, Grace (Poppy Liu), and her fiancé, Edgar (Zach Woods). Among the many guests — and list of suspects — are Edgar's family, including mother Isabel (Elizabeth Perkins) and sister Hannah (Anna Konkle), as well as former business partner Sebastian (Jack Whitehall) and the groom's adored pet lizard, Roxana (played by eight different lizards named Bob).

Natalie Lee isn't opposed to keeping her dating life in the reality TV world after appearing on season 2 of. The Chicago native opened up about her post-show dating history on her podcast, , with co-star and friend Deepti Vempati. Natalie got engaged to her now-ex, Shayne Jansen, on season 2 of the Netflix dating show.

Police uncovered a cannabis farm worth around £400,000 in Salford.

Maria Menounos will never forget what it was like to hold her baby girl for the first time.

A Scots bar has closed its doors for good just days after its workers went on strike.

A starstruck Scots Harry Styles superfan has shared her chance encounter with the star as she queued to buy some of his official merchandise.

Loose Women descended into chaos yesterday following a comment from panelist Brenda Edwards. Brenda was on the panel on Tuesday's show alongside Charlene White, Coleen Nolan and Kéllé Bryan.

Police are appealing for help to find a man last seen in Ayr almost four days ago.

Susanna Reid appeared emotional as she was joined by her friend live on Good Morning Britain. The presenter was back hosting the show on Wednesday (July 19) alongside Martin Lewis when they were joined via video link by cancer campaigner Suki Thompson.

Detectives have released CCTV images of five men they would like to speak to after a motorbike owner was threatened with hammers during a terrifying armed robbery. The raid took place at a garage in Wilmslow on Monday afternoon.

Gemma Atkinson has sadly confirmed that her fiancee Gorka Marquez will soon have to leave her and their now-two children behind soon as he gets to work on Strictly Come Dancing. The Hits Radio host shared the point with fans as she shared the joyous news she had given birth.

Wayne Rooney believes Erik ten Hag has shown he 'doesn't believe' in Harry Maguire by taking the captain's armband off him.

Homeowners have been given a glimmer of hope as it appears that interest rates may not rise as high as initially feared. Official figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have revealed that inflation eased back more than expected in June, with the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) falling to 7.9%, down from 8.7% in May.

Channel 4.The comedian, best known for appearing on 8 Out of 10 Cats, QI, Have I Got News for You and The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year, died of cancer in August 2021, aged 58.The Sean Lock Comedy Award will now honour the late TV star’s legacy and showcase “talented new writers and performers who embody the alternative comedic spirit of Sean and Channel 4”.Winners will receive £5,000 to support their live work and a £1,000 script commission from the comedy team, along with mentoring and support from the broadcaster for newer writers and performers.Bill Bailey, who worked with Channel 4 to set up the award, said he was “delighted”, adding: “It’s a way to honour Sean’s memory and to inspire others to pursue their own unique comic brilliance.”Lock’s former agent, Damon Pettitt from Off The Kerb, said: “I hope the recipient proves to be a worthy winner and shows the same integrity, work ethic and eye for the absurd, in both writing and performance, so evident in Sean’s fine body of work.”Channel 4 has announced The Sean Lock Comedy Award, which will showcase talented new writers and performers: https://t.co/6hS629dlrW pic.twitter.com/dsANAYC4U2— Channel 4 Press (@C4Press) July 17, 2023Head of comedy at Channel 4, Charlie Perkins said that the channel is “honoured to have collaborated with Sean’s friends and family on our first comedy scheme that melds the genres of scripted, entertainment and digital together.”“Combining a love for Sean’s polymathy and supporting and nurturing new generations of homegrown comedy talent, we’re proud as hell to be part of this award,” he said. “Thank you so much to our passionate nomination panel for giving up their time to help stretch our tendrils out across the UK.

Sugar is in many foods and drinks we consume on the daily - and even when you try to avoid sweetness, sugar alternatives are also found in thousands of 'sugar-free' products.

A tourist has slammed Loch Ness in a scathing one-star review in which they claim they "never saw the monster once".

Fraser Murray admits himself last season didn't go as planned.

It seems that there might be trouble in paradise for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as they are 'taking time apart', according to reports.

Boots has confirmed it will begin closing the first few of 300 axed stores across the UK within the next few days.

Paris Fury was forced to make a dash to A&E during the night with her eldest daughter, who she shares with boxing heavyweight champion Tyson Fury.

Baek Yerin has has cancelled her upcoming concert in New York after catching COVID-19.On July 17, the Korean Culture Centre New York which organised the concert informed fans that Baek’s concert, set for Friday night (July 20), had been cancelled “due to a confirmed case of COVID-19 among the performers”.A post shared by Korean Cultural Center NY (@kccny)The singer was originally part of a two-night K-Indie music event organised by the Korean Culture Centre New York in collaboration with the Lincoln Centre in Damrosch Park, the first night of which was meant to be a free concert by Baek.She has since taken to Instagram to apologise to fans for the cancellation, confirming that she had indeed been diagnosed with COVID-19. “To the fans who planned to come see me, I’m truly sorry! It was already evening when my COVID test results came back positive,” she wrote, per Soompi.“I wanted to show you good things, but because I’m unable to sing right now, I’m no longer able to go.

St Mirren Youth Academy coach Andy Webster has left the Buddies to return to former club Hearts.

A Scots woman was left in an eight-day coma after a deadly flesh-eating bug attacked her boob - caused by a scratch from her bra. Sylvia Halcrow believes the metal in her underwire bra caused an injury which developed into a dangerous bacterial infection called necrotising fasciitis.

Madonna has left her fans gobsmacked as she shared a new snap for the first time since speaking out on her scary hospitalisation. The 64-year-old US superstar spent several days in intensive care earlier this month for what her manager said was a "serious bacterial infection".

Flying can be a stressful experience as there are so many aspects which are outside of your control. One of these is whether your flight is delayed or cancelled.

Andre Onana has claimed Manchester United are an 'irresistible' club ahead of his imminent transfer and can't wait to work with Erik ten Hag again.

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A dedicated couple from Manchester has walked the West Highland Way for their local hospice.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Cineverse, the streaming and content distribution company previously known as Cinedigm, has acquired North American rights to the Chinese animated fantasy film “Warrior King.” Inspired by the legend of the hero and warrior, King Gesar, the film is directed by Lu Qi from a screenplay by Lu Wunan and Wang Yunsheng. Cineverse says that it will release the film in U.S. theaters Aug. 25, following its international theatrical debut.  The story of Gesar is considered one of Central Asia’s literary classics and was passed down in oral tradition for some 1,000 years, as well as literary, poetic and stage play versions. Its Tibetan iteration may now be the most prominent, It is certainly one of the longest, running to over 100 volumes and a million verses, according to some calculations.   

A bewildered homeowner has had bollards erected in front of her house by the local council due to concern over a school crossing. The local resident, who wishes to remain anonymous, urged Darlington Borough Council to remove the bollards and relocate the crossing due to safety concerns.