Tributes paid to 'pillar' of Manchester music scene who has died suddenly

Gary Neville has named the four questions Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe will need to ask Erik ten Hag before deciding whether he should be sacked in the summer.

A fundraiser has been launched to support the families who have lost their homes following a major explosion in Bury.

The 23,500-capacity arena is scheduled to open its doors on Tuesday, April 23 when Peter Kay will play the first of two consecutive stand-up dates there.Liam Gallagher, Take That, Nicki Minaj, Olivia Rodrigo and Keane are among the acts who have been announced to perform at Co-Op Live in the coming months. It’ll also stage the 2024 MTV European Music Awards later this year.The new venue, which is the UK’s largest indoor arena, is located opposite Manchester’s Etihad Stadium, and features a “unique bowl design” that will bring fans “closer to the artist than at other arenas of equivalent size”, according to a spokesperson.Recently, Co-Op Live and the existing, 21-000 capacity AO Arena in the city came to blows in a licensing row.

Parents in Manchester have responded to the news that fines are increasing for taking kids out of school.

Muse, Stormzy, Lewis Capaldi, Ed Sheeran and Dua Lipa.“The MTV EMAs is one of the biggest global music celebrations, bringing together local and international artists to create iconic performances for fans around the world,” said Bruce Gillmer, President of Music, Music Talent, Programming & Events, Paramount, and Chief Content Officer, Music, Paramount+. “With music at the very heart of Manchester’s rich creative heritage, this vibrant city – with the state-of-the-art Co-op Live – will guarantee a supercharged 2024 show.”Councillor Bev Craig, Leader of Manchester City Council, added: “As a city that is known the world over for our legendary music scene, MTV could not have picked a better place for this year’s EMAs.“With the expertise, experience and reputation we also have for delivering successful, world-class events, we’re confident Manchester will provide a superb platform for the best MTV EMAs yet, and look forward to welcoming MTV and the global music community to our city for what is set to be an epic celebration of music and artists.

Tributes have poured in for Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers who has died at the age of 66. Dave's TV partner Si King announced, on Thursday morning, that he sadly died on Wednesday night with his friends and family by his side following his brave battle with cancer.

Manchester United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has reportedly identified Zinedine Zidane as a potential target should the club decide to part ways with Erik ten Hag.

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Sir Jim Ratcliffe has already shared how much he likes Ross Barkley after previously signing the England international for French side OGC Nice.

Erik ten Hag is adamant Manchester United are heading in the right direction despite their 15th defeat of the season to Fulham.

Manchester United fan favourite Dimitar Berbatov is now open to the idea of including youngster Kobbie Mainoo in the England squad for this summer's European Championship.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has made lots of progress since taking the helm at Manchester United. The 71-year-old reached an agreement with the Glazer Family late last year to acquire a 25 per cent stake in the club, vowing to take the Red Devils back to the 'the very top of English, European and world football'.

The Sir Jim Ratcliffe era at Manchester United is officially up and running.

Co-op Live has accused the AO Arena of attempting to block its opening for “competition” reasons at a crunch licensing meeting.

A detective constable has left Greater Manchester Police in shame after he was found to have repeatedly messaged a 'vulnerable' victim of domestic abuse repeatedly while off duty.

Tributes have been paid to a man who has been described as ‘extraordinary’ and ‘inspiring’ community champion from Ashton.

Tributes have been paid to an Oldham man who suddenly passed away following a suspected heart attack. Sam Malik, from Coppice, was pronounced dead in the early hours of the morning on Sunday (February 18).

Almost 900 people who are medically fit to go home are stuck in Greater Manchester hospital beds, while demand for scarce space on wards remains huge.

A care home worker in Salford has claimed she was hospitalised due to a "panic attack" over unpaid wages.

Dan Ashworth wants to leave Newcastle to become Manchester United's inaugural sporting director.