New ‘bus and tram’ tickets 20% cheaper as Greater Manchester moves closer to ‘London-style’ transport network

Gene Maddaus Senior Media Writer California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill on Monday that extends the state’s $330 million tax incentive for film and TV production. The program will be extended for five years through 2030. For the first time, the credit will be refundable, meaning that companies like Netflix that have little or no state tax liability can receive cash back from the state. That change has been estimated to cost $200 million. The bill is the result of more than a year of bargaining between Hollywood studios, entertainment unions and state lawmakers. In addition to extending the credit, the bill also includes an incentive for productions to hire a diverse workforce, both on screen and behind the camera.

Hundreds of buses in Greater Manchester upgraded in a bid to bring down pollution might still not be meeting emissions standards. The government is now reviewing whether retrofitting buses at a cost of up to £16,000 each has worked, causing further delays in the region's Clean Air Zone saga.

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A ticket office will remain open at Manchester Victoria railway station, but Manchester Piccadilly's has been earmarked to shut under controversial mass closure plans across England announced today.

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Andy Burnham needs to be handed more extensive powers to bring about substantial change in Greater Manchester, according to a new study.

Thirty minutes into a two and a half hour interview in 2019 with Ben Wallsworth, he bellowed "It's Neal Keeling!" His hearing was shot and his facial recognition was shaky. But his wit, wisdom, deep recall, and humour were all intact.

Manchester is known for its heart-warming community spirit.

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham's message to rogue landlords is clear - 'change is coming'.

Parts of Greater Manchester have been hit by a huge power cut this morning.

Coronation Street star Samia Longchambon has shared why she took some time away from the cobbles to challenge herself in a new show. The actress, who plays Maria Windass in the ITV soap, revealed back in April that she is one of the celebrities taking part in the next series of Cooking With The Stars.

David Bohrman, a longtime producer and news executive who was responsible for innovations in live and special events and breaking news, including at CNN and other networks, died on Sunday. He was 69.

The weather really hasn't been able to make its mind up in recent weeks. From hot sunny days to thunder and lightning without a moments hesitation.

For those fleeing war, escaping persecution or simply seeking a better life, Greater Manchester has long been a place of sanctuary for people all over the world. The latest census recently revealed that one in three residents living in Manchester were born outside the UK, with 94 languages spoken in the city.

Zendaya and Tom Holland are enjoying some downtime together in London!

Andy Burnham has hit back at the government after criticism of his education plans which were branded as 'unequal' and 'narrow'. The Greater Manchester mayor wants to create a 'clear path' at school for young people who do not go to university and has proposed using a new devolution deal to make it happen.

Ian Brown once famously said that 'Manchester has everything except a beach'. He could have also added that we don't have any outdoor pools or lidos anymore - but that's not quite as succinct.

Harry Styles at his Wembley Stadium show in London.The actor, who previously presented Styles with the Album Of The Year prize at this year’s BRIT Awards, shared a video on Instagram where he’s seen dancing with his wife Felicity Blunt at the gig on Tuesday (June 13). You can check out the clip below.It was the singer’s first stop at Wembley Stadium as part of his ‘Love On Tour’ run.

You might not believe it if you walk around town on a Friday night, but homelessness is actually falling in Manchester. Since the start of the year, the number of people sleeping on the streets has dropped and fewer families are being housed in B&Bs – with hardly any staying beyond the legal limit now.

Vanderpump Rules is over for now after the explosive three-part reunion, and the crew is now speaking out.