4 h. ago Live updates as M6 closed to traffic after 'serious' crash in Cumbria

The southbound carriageway is shut between Junction 44 and Junction 43

Events

10 h. ago Renowned chef closes Manchester restaurant with immediate effect in shock announcement

The restaurant opened six years ago thanks to a record-breaking £100,000 Crowdfunder

Events

12 h. ago Paul Pogba denied Mason Greenwood Man United reunion with transfer 'close'

Manchester United transfer news as Paul Pogba closes in on his long-awaited return to football but will miss out on the chance of a United reunion

Politics

16 h. ago Aston Villa star lifts lid on what Marcus Rashford was really like during Man Utd loan spell

Marcus Rashford's time at Manchester United looks to be drawing to a close after returning from a half-season loan to Aston Villa, with one team-mate explaining what he was like to play with

Politics

16 h. ago Road closed off for hours after fire breaks out at Manchester Superstore

Eight fire engines attended the incident

Events

19 h. ago LIVE: Major Manchester road CLOSED amid 'building fire' with cordon in place

Emergency services are in attendance on the A6 Stockport Road in Longsight

Events

22 h. ago Coronation Street spoilers as Kevin closes in on Abi and unconscious resident found before turn for worse

There's also a family divide and new friendships blossoming in the ITV soap next week

Politics

33 h. ago Horrifying moment train passengers spot huge fire as smoke covers platform

Manchester Oxford Road station was evacuated and closed due to the mammoth blaze at the derelict Hotspur Press building

Events

40 h. ago Greater Manchester pub closes with immediate effect as owners issue heart

'Unfortunately we're just not getting enough people through the door'

Politics

63 h. ago Road closed as FIVE people rushed to hospital following crash

Emergency services have been in attendance

Events

3 d. ago Man City given extra North Stand motivation ahead of expected opening

Manchester City are moving closer to completing their expanded North Stand and it could have a major impact on the season.

Politics

3 d. ago ASOS customers fume as accounts are closed without warning – but retailer responds

ASOS shoppers have been left baffled after receiving a message to say that their accounts have been permanently closed. It comes as the online retailer has clamped down on returns

Events

4 d. ago Man United are closer to solving £47m problem thanks to two players

Manchester United need to sanction a lot of sales this summer and they might have taken a step in the right direction.

Economics

4 d. ago Cat killed by 'nasty, close range' shot with air rifle in 'cruel upward trend'

The RSPCA is investigating

Events

4 d. ago How hot does it have to be for schools to close during UK heatwave?

Government guidance says schools should ensure children are "safe and comfortable" in the warm weather

Politics

4 d. ago UK households urged to close all curtains and blinds this weekend

Many people are looking for ways to keep their homes cool during the heatwave

Politics

5 d. ago LIVE A55 closed and holidaymakers stranded as car bursts into flames in Conwy tunnel

Major delays are building this afternoon

Politics

5 d. ago LIVE: Major incident declared as A55 closed and holidaymakers stranded as vehicle bursts into flames in Conwy tunnel

"Emergency services are on scene."

Politics

6 d. ago Residents urged to close windows and doors as firefighters tackle huge blaze at storage unit

45 firefighters were called to the warehouse in Middleton

Events

6 d. ago Live updates as firefighters called to Greater Manchester blaze and people told to keep doors and windows closed

Images show fire crews battling to contain the blaze

Sport