Fury as controversial housing plan gets green light despite protest and hundreds of objections

Pulling plans to build two new platforms at Piccadilly station is a 'decade lost for the North of England', Andy Burnham has said as he pushed back against the move at a meeting of mayors, council leaders and rail chiefs today (June 7). Building platforms 15 and 16 has been seen as key to unclogging congestion on railways across the region – but the proposal was withdrawn last month.

Footballer Josh Wright is set to star in a new travel series on BBC One.

The 1975 are back at, by their own admission, their very best. 

Manchester United are 'interested' in signing highly-rated Chicago Fire midfielder Brian Gutierrez ahead of this summer's transfer window officially opening for business next Wednesday.

Roti, the Scottish-Indian restaurant which mashes up Scots and Indian cuisine with its unique fusion menu, is heading to Urmston. It’ll be setting up shop on Flixton Road, bringing with it its haggis pakoras and signature Irn-Bru Negroni.

Amy Barlow faces a fresh setback in Coronation Street as she continues to risk a court appearance after outing Aaron Sandford as a rapist. Last month, viewers of the ITV soap saw Amy accused of harassment after spotting former friend Aaron's old flame Mia at the garage, and told her he raped her.

The Met Office has issued a warning to anyone who suffers from hay fever as high levels of pollen are expected to remain over the coming weeks. Sneezing and coughing, a runny or blocked nose and itchy, red or watery eyes are all common signs of hay fever.

The Wembley roar that greeted Alejandro Garnacho's arrival into the FA Cup final fray hinted at both Manchester United's huge potential and their biggest problem.

Britain's Got Talent's Viggo Venn pulled out of his planned TV appearance days after winning the 2023 run of the ITV talent show. The Norwegian comedian was told he had "captured the heart of the nation" with his high-vis inspired routines as he emerged victorious.

Brighton striker Evan Ferguson has unpacked why he believes Manchester City sensation Erling Haaland is the best striker around.

A man has been dragged off a plane at Manchester Airport by armed police after being caught smoking in the toilet. The incident happened on the Ryanair flight RK3442 from Palma to Manchester on Tuesday, May 30.

Arctic Monkeys' biggest UK and Irish tour to date finally lands in Manchester this weekend as the four-piece head to Emirates Old Trafford for two massive gigs.

England Lioness boss Sarina Wiegman took to Boldmere St. Michaels to release her 23-player squad selection ahead of the Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand this coming summer.

A Scot has been jailed after being convicted as part of an international drugs gang which imported £1 million worth of cocaine and cannabis into the country. Glaswegian William Brown, 31, Lee Moore, 48, Charles Dodkins, 29, Daniel Snowdon, 42, appeared at Teesside Crown Court near Stoke, charged with drugs and weapons offences.

It's nearly time for another bank holiday as we get ready to wave goodbye to May.

DWP benefits claimants and motorists are among those affected by key changes being rolled out next month. The moves could impact you financially, so they're well worth being aware of.

 CNBC Make It to discuss her success, Barbara said she doesn't believe that saving money is the key to wealth. "I'm just not a believer in saving money, I've never saved a dime my whole life," she said. "When I sold my business for $66 million, I immediately thought of what could I spend it on.

A cruel puppy farmer who left dozens of dogs, cats and kittens in faeces-covered cages has admitted causing unnecessary suffering to 65 animals.

The Warehouse Project will be back in September, with the likes of Bicep, Honey Dijon, The Blessed Madonna and Jamie Jones on the bill for its 2023 season. It’s also revealed that it will be opening up two new areas of its Depot Mayfield home, including the roof.

A student at the University of Manchester had his "life ruined" after long Covid left him permanently disabled and forced to drop out of medical school.