EasyJet flight forced to turn back to Manchester Airport over 'technical fault'

Eight people already lost their lives to drowning in Manchester's city-region waters in as many months. As of August 31 this year, eight people have died in the city's waters. Over the past five years, that death toll amounts to a staggering 66 - with a five-year record high of fifteen deaths recorded in 2021.

Matt Lucas was quick to explain what was going on after two bakers went missing from the famous tent on the latest episode of The Great British Bake Off. The hit Channel 4 show is now in its third week with Matt and co-host Noel Fielding back to keep the competitor's company and viewers amused.

Police have released an image of a person they want to speak to after a man sat opposite a woman before exposing himself to her on a train to Manchester. Officers from the British Transport Police are investigating the indecent exposure that took place in July.

A major development in East Manchester has been pushed back amid concerns about the safety of children at a new school planned nearby. The plans for 716 homes at the former Jackson's Brickworks site in Newton Heath were set to be approved by councillors on Thursday (September 22).

The rooftops of Manchester city centre will once undergo a spooky makeover as Halloween in the City makes its grand return. The annual event sees giant inflatable monsters take residency on top of some of Manchester's best know buildings.

Passengers travelling in and out of Manchester Airport have been left confused this morning after their flights were delayed for hours due to the Queen's funeral.

A number of 'drunk' passengers had to be removed from a Ryanair flight leaving Manchester Airport.

A tiny ancient parish once populated by just over 100 people is now home to one of the country's biggest international airports.

A man paralysed from the chest down was told to 'go to a pharmacy' after his bag full of vital medical equipment was lost during a short Easyjet flight.

Erling Haaland has shrugged off the suggestion that he doesn't touch the ball enough by revealing his dream is to only have five touches in a game but still score five goals.

Following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been thrown back into Royal life in London.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have remained in the UK after the Queen, Harry's grandmother, died on Thursday 8 September at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. Meghan, 41, and Harry, 37, were already in the UK when Her Majesty was placed under medical supervision, as they'd flown over from the US to attend charity events in Manchester and London a few days prior.

Former Manchester City player Trevor Sinclair has hit back after being subject to a wave of criticism after his comments on social media following the death of the Queen.

Academy defender Marc Jurado and midfielder Omari Forson trained with the Manchester United first-team on Monday.

Train passengers are facing delays and possible cancelled services today as railway engineers carry out a 'safety inspection' along a stretch of line. Train operator Northern said the line has been blocked and trains were 'unable to run' from Manchester Airport towards Manchester Piccadilly.

A car heading on the M62 towards Manchester on Wednesday flipped over and landed on the OTHER side of the carriageway. Police raced to the scene and closed off the busy road after the crash, which involved three vehicles, with the driver of the flipped car narrowly escaping with just minor injuries.

It’s the first day back at school for many children today — and with it comes the end of the summer holiday season where airports are full to the brim with sunseekers.

Following a night of heavy rain, some parts of the UK have been hit with a flood alert warning.

The managing director of under-fire train operator Avanti West Coast has stepped down from his role, it was confirmed tonight. Phil Whittingham will leave his position on September 15 to 'pursue other executive leadership opportunities'.

Ajax manager Alfred Schreuder remains angry at the manner of Antony's exit to join Manchester United this summer.