16 h. ago ‘It’s very easy to make yourself appear like Bono’: Warren Ellis on opening an animal sanctuary in Sumatra

In 2021 the Dirty Three musician co-founded Ellis Park, a refuge in the Indonesian jungle. The decision was a no-brainer – but an ensuing documentary proved a bigger challengeWhen the pandemic forced musicians all over the world to cancel tours, Warren Ellis decided to take his career in a new direction. From the bounds of his home he co-founded an animal sanctuary in Sumatra, Indonesia.In 2021 the Dirty Three virtuoso and Nick Cave collaborator was introduced to the veteran animal rights activist Femke den Haas. Together they established the centre for old, disabled and displaced animals who couldn’t be released into the wild. Continue reading...

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26 h. ago The Greater Manchester destination 'in a different league' to Regent's Park

The Greater Manchester destination 'in a different league' to Regent's Park  Manchester Evening News

Sport

41 h. ago Urgent Warning issued to drivers as thousands head to Parklife, Chris Brown and Soccer Aid this weekend

Over 100,00 music fans are expected in Manchester this weekend with events at Heaton Park, Old Trafford and Co-op Live

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5 d. ago What happens to the Heaton Park cows during Parklife and Oasis?

Council bosses have spoken to an expert

Politics

6 d. ago Noel and Liam do runner from Heaton Park weeks before massive Oasis reunion gig

"Staff have been out to sightings at locations over the weekend but were unfortunately unsuccessful at enticing them down to ground level"

Politics

7 d. ago Woman, 25, arrested in probe after 37 dead dogs found at animal rescue centre

Essex Police confirmed the woman, from London , was arrested on Wednesday afternoon and remains in custody.

Events

1 week ago Greater Manchester park issues serious warning to dog walkers

Signs have appeared warning dog walkers

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2 w. ago The Greater Manchester museum named Europe’s best in 2025 you need to visit this half term

Manchester Museum has won this year's European Museum of the Year Award

Politics

2 w. ago The Greater Manchester park with a fair, pedalos and animal centre to visit this half term

It was recently named one of the best parks in the UK

Politics

2 w. ago The free Greater Manchester museum with a unique feature to visit this half term

Spend a day at this museum recently named one of the best in the country

Politics

2 w. ago The Greater Manchester park with a ‘lovely’ cafe and big play area to visit this half term

One visitor described the cafe as 'resonably priced'

Politics

2 w. ago 'My dad would never talk about the war, we only found out what he did in 1995'

Tributes have been paid to Bletchley Park code-breaker Joseph Anthony Harney's, who has died aged 98

Events

2 w. ago Families can stay half price at theme park near Manchester with new Land of Oz this May half term

The new themed area has opened in time for the school holidays

Politics

2 w. ago Oasis Heaton Park gig organisers issue 'do not' warning to all ticket holders

Fans with tickets to Manchester shows have been issued further information about travelling to the venue

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2 w. ago Search for missing man who disappeared from popular Manchester park reaches grim milestone

Adeo has now been missing for a week

Events

2 w. ago The stunning Greater Manchester park that’s just been named one of the best in the country

The 600-acre park has a number of historical features and will also be part of major music history this year

Politics

2 w. ago Manchester Airport issue new statement after major change for drivers who pick up and drop off

Drivers no longer have to stop and pay when they exit the car park at Manchester Airport

Transport

3 w. ago Scottish SPCA urge those who are struggling to care for their pet to reach out after dog abandoned in Livingston

He is now being cared for at one of the Scottish SPCA’s animal rescue and rehoming centres

Politics

3 w. ago LIVE: Police tape off street as man 'brandishes suspected firearm in officer's face' near Greater Manchester park

A cordon is in place

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3 w. ago Police release new details in urgent bid to find man who disappeared from popular Manchester park

Adeo was last seen socialising with two people at Fletcher Moss

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