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A young man was murdered after trying to act as a peacemaker when a fight broke out following a row over a car, a jury has heard. Badri Issa, 22, had been on his way to an exercise class with his pal Omar Jeylaani when Raami Mohamed, the driver of another car, gestured for him to pull over, a court was told.

Coronation Street star Dolly-Rose Campbell was seen getting nabbed by security - but it wasn't what it seemed as the actress was in character as Gemma Winter-Brown. The actress first appeared on the cobbles as Gemma back in 2014 and hasn't looked back since.

Sam Thompson was his usually bubbly self as he revealed it was a 'big day' for him after revealing his girlfriend Zara McDermott's one-word remark about his appearance. The couple have been loved-up since they began dating in early 2019, not long after Zara had finished her stint on Love Island.

The leader of the Liberal Democrats has reiterated that his party is in no ‘grand alliance’ with George Galloway despite one of his candidates appearing in a video with the Rochdale MP.

Two severely injured young mice had to be put to sleep after a young girl found them trapped and struggling to survive in a glue trap left out on a residential street. The RSPCA has revealed graphic details of the incident - and praised her care and compassion in trying to save them.

Gemma Atkinson has hilariously shared her fiance Gorka Marquez's reaction to her 'on a whim' decision about a frequent visitor to their home. Fans of the Hits Radio host will know that she's a vocal animal lover with two beloved dogs of her own while also being president of a local animal rescue.

Greater Manchester Mental Health Trust's (GMMH) investigation into the death of Charlie Millers has been described as 'lacking' after bosses failed to speak to all staff members working on the ward at the time when the teenager was fatally injured there.

Coronation Street star Sue Cleaver as she revealed she's taking on another new venture away from the cobbles. The actress is currently taking a break from the ITV soap where she is famed for playing Eileen Grimshaw.

A man has gone on trial accused of 'enlisting' a gunman who shot dead a man amid an alleged 'row about trainers'. Emmanuel Onasanya, 33, admits he drove to the scene, but a jury heard he says he had 'no idea' the shooter had a gun.

Tributes have poured in after the co-owner of a popular bar in Prestwich who put his local area ‘on the map’ passed away unexpectedly.

In 10 days time, Greater Manchester will go to the polls to choose its new mayor.

Stacey Dooley's next huge career move has been confirmed, while she was supported by partner Kevin Clifton.

The father of a 12-year-old boy who died from a hidden heart condition has been left 'dismayed' after a council turned down plans to install defibrillators, describing the units housing them as 'street clutter'. Last month, Bury Council rejected plans put forward by JCDecaux to put communication hubs at Haymarket Street and outside the Rock and Millgate shopping centres.

Christine McGuinness laughed as she shared a three-word message about her love life after her celebrity pal mocked reports they could be dating. The model and TV personality is quite often asked about matters of the heart following her split from her husband Paddy McGuinness back in 2022.

Train operating company Northern, which runs commuter services across Greater Manchester, says it's issued more than 40,000 fines to fare dodgers in a year.

Coronation Street star Alex Bain has been seen celebrating his 15 years on the cobbles ahead of his on-screen exit as Simon Barlow. Just last week the actor declared 'that's a wrap' as he officially finished his stint on the show after more than a decade.

The government has issued its latest update on how much money has been raised through inheritance tax amid calls for major reforms.

Coronation Street fans were left questioning if they had seen rumblings of a new affair as a heartbreaking secret is set to come to light. As viewers tuned into the ITV soap on Monday (April 22), it was still all about Roy Cropper and proving his innocence after he was charged with murder.

Three teenagers have been sentenced for criminal damage after Rochdale Cenotaph was graffitied with the words 'free Palestine'.

Helen Skelton has shared the one thing 'we should never say' when it comes to motherhood as she shut down a question about being a doting mum to her three children while also managing a busy TV career.

A woman is keeping her late mother's campaign to keep a killer behind bars ongoing after her sister was raped and murdered.

When it comes to innovative kitchen technology designed to making cooking as stress-free as possible, Ninja comes to a mind. The American brand has seen an astronomical rise in popularity in the UK in recent years, partly thanks to its pioneering range of energy-saving air fryers and multi-cookers, which have come in handy during the ongoing cost of living crisis.

This Morning viewers were left sharing the same response when the man with Britain's biggest penis appeared live on the show. Matt was seen live in the studio for an interview as he spoke to hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard on Tuesday (April 23).

A popular pub in Stockport could be set to reopen for the first time in four years following a 'complete remodel and refurbishment'.

Gemma Atkinson was quick to be flooded with the exact same comment over her latest social media post which she dedicated to her fiance Gorka Marquez and their two children.

Kym Marsh has been left 'overwhelmed' by her son-in-law's efforts in memory of her dad months after his death. The actress and presenter was left devastated earlier this year when she and her family confirmed the death of David Marsh.

A nan who was found 'wringing wet' in the garden after trying to manage a leak in her shed has slammed her housing association's 'goodwill gesture' as 'insulting' after making a complaint.

Police have made an arrest after a 'man with a gun' in Wigan turned himself in. Armed officers descended on Billinge, Wigan, at around 2.30pm on Monday (April 22) following reports of a suspect with a firearm near two primary schools.

A former Greater Manchester Police officer's behaviour has been described as 'extremely odd' after she kept her uniform and some equipment when she was resigned from the force.

A Chester Zoo worker has been jailed after he stole more than £180,000 from his former employer to fund his gambling addiction.