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Norwegian teen flew to Manchester Airport to carry out assassination with instructions from 'Agent 47'
Police stormed a hotel room and found Johannes Kongsnes Natland with a stash of two guns and 19 rounds of ammunition
Sherlock fans will love BBC crime period drama now on iPlayer
The crime comedy, set in the 1930s, follows a fictional famous actress, who rises in notoriety after being acquitted of murder in self-defence
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The Miles Platting plans for 100 per cent affordable housing
It's been tipped to make a major difference to those in need of a home
Oldham high street still closed four months after building collapsed
“Why is it taking so long? What is causing the delay? And when will King Street finally reopen?"
If you don’t vote, you can't whinge
The MEN says: The next mayor will help shape the region for years to come. We're not going to tell you who to vote for, but we do think you should vote.
Clarks releases new style of trainers in three colours with 'cloud-like' soles
Clarks has released a new style of trainers in three colours that offer pillow-like comfort
Burnham the crowd-pleaser knows how to make friends, but he’ll be defined by how he makes enemies | Andy Beckett
The prime minister’s instinct to not upset people is set against a lifelong desire to effect transformative change. The two may not sit together easilyAndy Burnham has always liked to be liked. Studying at secondary school near Liverpool in the 1980s, he writes in his autobiography and manifesto, ...
What time do polling stations open and close in Greater Manchester mayoral by-election 2026
Greater Manchester will soon have a new mayor
Major incident declared as firefighters tackle Suffolk coast wildfire at Dunwich Heath
A major incident has been declared as around 90 firefighters tackle a large heathland blaze on the Suffolk coast at Dunwich Heath, near Leiston
Rochdale mental health worker hailed as hero after saving person from canal
'I did what I hope anyone would do'
Andy Burnham to announce £8.4bn nuclear submarine investment during visit to Barrow-in-Furness
The Prime Minister says the funding will strengthen national security
Andy Burnham urges voters to back Bev Craig in Greater Manchester mayoral election
The region will go to the polls on Thursday
Donald Trump says Andy Burnham told him 'he's going to open up North Sea oil'
He also said immigration was 'killing' Britain
Police in Tameside warn youths to 'expect a visit' after anti-social behaviour at Tesco and McDonald's
'As a local community we will not tolerate this sort of behaviour'
National Lottery Lotto results: Numbers for tonight's £4.4m draw - Wednesday, July 29
Live results checker for tonight's Lotto draw
'Boutique style' £60 bedding set reduced to £24 'looks beautiful and expensive'
"This set looks beautiful and expensive"
Zack Polanski will face no further action following Nigel Farage t-shirt scandal
The Metropolitan Police issued a statement on Wednesday evening
'Rich' living room table reduced from £85 to £34 is perfect for anyone who loves plants
“Looks rich and modern. No assembly required."
Armed police swarm Bolton street as three injured in dog attack
Armed police and the air ambulance were called to the scene