Manchester’s Victoria Baths announces return of free open days

Manchester United staff are reportedly incensed by a decision from INEOS to cut back on the club's perks for the forthcoming FA Cup final next month.

The Rolling Stones have decided who will “Start Them Up” on tour this year.However, unlike most tours, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers are mixing things up and bringing different opening acts to each city they’re hitting on the spring and summer ‘The Stones Tour ’24 Hackney Diamonds.’Just a few of the big names joining them include Gary Clark Jr. (April 28 in Houston), Joe Bonamassa (May 15 in Seattle), Tyler Childers (June 3 in Orlando), KALEO (June 11 in Philadelphia) and Lainey Wilson (June 30 in Chicago).As for their MetLife Stadium gigs, pop-soul outfit Lawrence is slated to kick things off at their Sunday, May 26 concert; no opener has been announced for the Thursday, May 23 show.And if you’ve been on the fence about catching Mick, Keith and Ronnie live because you fear exorbitant ticket prices, we’re happy to report that some shows have cheaper seats available than one might imagine.At the time of publication, the lowest price we found on tickets was just $21 before fees on Vivid Seats.Yes, you read that right.

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau Chief Korean comedy action film “The Roundup: Punishment” destroyed all competition in local theaters on its Wednesday opening day. The film earned $4.92 million from 821,000 ticket sales, according to data from Kobis, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council (Kofic). That represented a crushing 97% share of the day’s theatrical market. Including a smattering of previews over the latest weekend, the film finished Wednesday with a cumulative of $5.26 million earned from 862,000 spectators. Earlier, it was reported that the film had broken the Korean record for advanced ticket sales.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large PBS landed 11 nominations, by far the most of any outlet, as Peabody Awards Board of Jurors announced this year’s 41 nominees across its documentary, news, public service and radio/podcast categories. The pubcaster’s Peabody noms include “20 Days in Mariupol,” which recently won the Oscar for best documentary feature film.

A huge new shuffleboard bar from the team behind Flight Club has announced when it will open its doors in Manchester. Electric Shuffle has taken over a prime spot on Deansgate ready to open in the summer.

Nas has announced details of a new UK and European tour, celebrating the 30th anniversary of his iconic album ‘Illmatic’. Find ticket details below.The dates will see the hip-hop legend embark on a number of shows across the continent later this year to mark 30 years since he dropped his iconic debut album.Set to run throughout October and November, 15 shows are lined up, and each live date will see the American rapper and East Coast legend perform the breakthrough album in its entirety.The dates kick off with the run of European shows, starting at the House Of Culture venue in Helsinki on October 22.

Faithless have announced their return to the live stage after eight years, and teased that new music is on the way. Check out the newly announced shows below.Announced today (April 19), the band have announced a new run of live shows, set to take place across the UK and Europe later this summer.

Manchester Airport has announced a new direct route to one of Europe’s smallest countries. Luxair has now launched flights between Manchester and Luxembourg.

Victoria Beckham, who is celebrating her 50th birthday today, has long been admired for her radiant glow.

Burger King UK has confirmed the return of a much-loved item just as the fan favourite gets discontinued from McDonald's. The burger giant will be bringing back their Halloumi Fries which is set to hit menus on April 23.

Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho is reportedly open to restarting his career at Old Trafford if Erik ten Hag is sacked.

J. Kim Murphy The box office is united behind “Civil War.” A24‘s dystopian thriller earned$10.7 millionfrom 3,838 locations across its opening day and preview screenings, putting itself on track for a debut of around $26 million. The debut figure represents the highest opening day gross ever for A24, besting the $5.1 million earned by 2018’s “Hereditary” in its first screenings.

Marcus Rashford has moved to ease concerns over his injury ahead of Manchester United’s Premier League clash against Bournemouth at the weekend.

Administrators have announced that Ted Baker will close down 15 stores across the UK.

Finnair is expanding its services from Manchester Airport to Helsinki as it celebrates 30 years of direct flights from the Finnish capital to Manchester. The airline will increase capacity to 12 weekly flights this summer, with plans to launch double daily flights by winter 2024.

J. Kim Murphy Some movie stars don’t lose their luster. A 90-year-old ape and a 69-year-old reptile are taking over domestic charts this weekend, as Warner Bros.

A staff member carries out a routine stock check at a popular high street store. The suspected items are down again – chicken, steak and Nurofen tablets.

Manchester United are back in Premier League action this weekend when they travel to Brentford on Saturday night.

It's been over 20 years since Katie Price hit headlines for her alleged feud with Victoria Beckham, and it appears she hasn't let go of that grudge just yet. Speaking on her podcast, The Katie Price Show, this week, the former Glamour Model recalled an incident where she claimed that Spice Girl Victoria, 49, targeted her by singing 'Who Let The Dogs Out' in a dig towards Katie.

A Manchester mum gave birth to her twins 22 days apart in different hospitals. Kayleigh Doyle, 22, was pregnant with perfectly healthy twins and didn't know there were any problems until her waters broke at 22 weeks.