14 h. ago "We are suffering": Businesses struck by 'eerie' high street compared to the Covid lockdown after collapse on Bury New Road

A collapse revealed an underground 'void' across the full width of the carriageway

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17 h. ago When will Bury New Road reopen after collapse caused major closure?

The council and United Utilities are embroiled in a row over who’s responsible

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38 h. ago Bury New Road closed in both directions as underground ‘void’ found covering full width

The major route is currently closed to all traffic through the centre of Prestwich village

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41 h. ago Person cut free from vehicle after serious crash causes traffic chaos around major road

The collision on the A40 has led to heavy congestion in the area

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6 d. ago 'I'm a gastroenterologist – this common painkiller can cause two major health issues'

Dr Saurabh Sethi, who posts on social media about various health topics, issued a warning to the millions who take a popular painkiller. Here's what they had to say

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7 d. ago M&S Percy Pig fans left devastated after major cyber attack causes supply chaos

Millions of Percy Pig fans have been left reeling after a cyber attack on M&S crippled the high street favourite's IT systems - leaving shelves stripped bare of the iconic pink sweets

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7 d. ago Urgent warning over major outbreak of gruesome parasite that causes 'bowel cancer

At least 28 people have been struck down with the microscopic bug in Wales. The infection can pass between animals and humans, as well as from human to human.

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8 d. ago Spain power outage: First deaths emerge including tragic family

Many parts of the Iberian Peninsula were plunged into darkness on Monday with officials now launching an investigation to establish the cause of the major blackout

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9 d. ago Foreign Office issues travel warning for Spain and Portugal after huge power outage

The widespread blackout has caused major disruptions in both countries

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9 d. ago Spain power outage LIVE: 'Rare atmospheric phenomenon' causes major power outage across Iberian peninsula

Outage hits cities across Spain and Portugal, including capitals Madrid and Lisbon, knocking out metro networks, phone lines, traffic lights and ATM machines

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9 d. ago Spain and Portugal 'air traffic at half capacity' following major power outages

A major power outage has been reported in Spain and Portugal causing chaos for millions.

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9 d. ago Power cuts in Spain and Portugal as countries hit by massive blackouts

France, Spain and Portugal have been hit by huge blackouts as major cities including Madrid, Seville and Lisbon are left without power, causing thousands to be stranded

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1 week ago Police swarm to Costa Coffee after early hours stabbing causes major disruption

The police response to a reported stabbing in Seven Sisters partially blocked a major road in both directions while investigations were carried out

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1 week ago Symptom in bed that could signal high cholesterol and clogged arteries

This sign has been linked to an almost doubled risk of high cholesterol, a major cause of heart attacks and strokes.

Politics

1 week ago New wine bar set to be latest Prestwich village hospitality opening

Cellar Door Wine Bars plan the new venue on a thriving section of Bury New Road

Science

2 w. ago 'I'm a motoring expert – you could be causing major damage to car with cleaning methods'

One motoring expert has warned that many popular car cleaning hacks could do more harm than good - with a new survey revealing half of motorists don't know how to clean the inside of their cars

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2 w. ago I shocked Ronnie O'Sullivan on my way to winning snooker World Championship — but I'm not interested in a second title

Belgian Bullet Luca Brecel caused a major upset by winning at the Crucible in 2023 against Mark Selby

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2 w. ago As it happened: Crash causes 'serious' delays on major Poplar road

As it happened: Crash causes 'serious' delays on major Poplar road  East London Advertiser

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2 w. ago LIVE updates as crash causes 'serious' delays on major Poplar road

LIVE updates as crash causes 'serious' delays on major Poplar road  East London Advertiser

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2 w. ago Weather tracker: sandstorm turns Iraqi skies orange and empties the streets

Thousands go to hospital with respiratory problems after massive dust cloud blows in from Saudi ArabiaIraq was hit by its most severe sandstorm of 2025 this week, turning skies from blue to an orange haze. Visibility dropped to less than half a mile, causing travel disruptions, with two major airports halting flights, and streets in Basra, the largest city in southern Iraq, left deserted. Respiratory problems sent thousands to hospital. The storm also affected Kuwait, where wind gusts exceeded 50mph, and visibility in some areas was diminished to zero.This massive dust cloud originated in Saudi Arabia before being blown into Iraq. While dust storms are common in Iraq, climate change is expected to intensify them across the region in the future, fuelled by desertification in Saudi Arabia and Syria. Continue reading...

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