Andy Burnham calls for rethink on decision not to hold Ashes at Emirates Old Trafford in 2027

A woman was reportedly spiked after being 'bought a drink by a man' when enjoying a night out with her friends in Manchester's Gay Village.

Megan Thee Stallion is asking the Los Angeles County Superior Court to hold Tory Lanez fully accountable for shooting her in the feet as the 31-year-old awaits his sentencing.

Megan Thee Stallion is asking the Los Angeles County Superior Court to hold Tory Lanez fully accountable for shooting her in the feet as the 31-year-old awaits his sentencing.On Monday, Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney Kathy Ta read a statement written by Megan during Lanez’s sentencing hearing at the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center. The GRAMMY winner, who wasn’t at the hearing, gave a pre-written statement detailing how she has suffered since the Canadian-born rapper shot her in the feet three years ago.«Since I was viciously shot by the defendant, I have not experienced a single day of peace,» Megan wrote.

Randy Travis is one of the biggest country stars of all time, and the country music world is ready to celebrate him and bring awareness to a health issue that dramatically changed his life. Travis, best known for hits like "Hard Rock Bottom of Your Heart," "Deeper Than the Holler" and "Forever and Ever, Amen," will be honored at a concert called "A Heroes and Friends Tribute to Randy Travis." Ahead of the concert, which is scheduled to take place in October, the singer – with the help of his wife, Mary – spoke to Fox News Digital about his storied career.

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A police watchdog is to investigate a complaint made by a woman about the treatment she received in custody at a Greater Manchester station. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said it received two referrals from the force on July 26 regarding allegations made by the woman about her detention at Pendleton police station in Salford in February 2021.

Candy Spelling is getting ROASTED for seemingly not helping her daughter Tori Spelling get through a tough time!

Several California politicians have called on Taylor Swift to reschedule her Los Angeles concerts amid the ongoing hotel worker strike.

Erika Jayne is shedding light on how she’s shedding pounds — and shutting down speculation that she’s used Ozempic to speed up the process.

Andy Burnham’s mayoral charity has a new face — as the organisation has appointed its first ever chief executive.

Manchester United owners the Glazers faced more scrutiny of their running of the Reds on Friday but this time from an unfamiliar source.

Greater Manchester's cycle hire scheme is being scaled back after a spate of vandalism took most of the Bee Bikes off the road. Around 800 of the 1,000 bikes which had been on the network are currently damaged or missing.

A leading barrister is set to be appointed to assess the cases of three women who have accused Greater Manchester Police of unjustified strip searches while in custody.

Andy Burnham has described Andrew Malkinson's wrongful conviction and jail term as a 'terrible miscarriage of justice'.

A controversial three-week public consultation on plans to close nearly all railway station ticket offices in England has been extended, it was confirmed today. The Rail Delivery Group said train operators were extending the time available to respond to the plans by an extra five and a half weeks until September 1.

Officers have moved to reassure Mancunians their city centre is safe after shocking video emerged of a brawl on a busy shopping street. Footage shows punches being thrown and kicks lashed out among a group near to Market Street tram stop.

A group of mayors including Andy Burnham have now initiated legal action against train operating companies over controversial plans to close railway station ticket offices. The news was confirmed as a rail union claimed more than 100,000 people across the country have officially responded to the proposals.

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Andy Burnham has called on Sir Keir Starmer to review the controversial two-child benefit cap if Labour wins the next General Election. Sir Keir has faced fierce criticism from within his own party after saying he wouldn't scrap the controversial policy.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass on Monday stepped up her rhetoric on the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes, calling for “a fair and equitable solution” in contract negotiations for both sides.“Los Angeles is experiencing a summer of struggle to make ends meet,” Bass said in a statement. “Whether you’re a writer who has been on strike for more than 72 days or an actor who has been on strike for 72 hours, wages and health benefits to afford housing, food and the basic necessities to survive should be a minimum requirement in discussions.”She added that “a strong business sector is essential for our city to become affordable for working families once again,” noting that the Los Angeles is facing “a historic inflection point” as the entertainment industry experiences economic pressure and business uncertainty.“A fair and equitable solution must be reached,” Bass said, adding that “in all industries — education, hospitality, goods delivery or entertainment — Angelenos deserve fair contracts.”Meanwhile, California Gov.