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Everything we know about progress of moor blazes as fire service issue update
'The best way you can support our crews is by avoiding the area'
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Manchester air quality data helps reveal growing health and energy risks from Saharan dust
Data collected at The University of Manchester's Air Quality Supersite has contributed to a major international study showing that increasing amounts of desert dust from North Africa are reaching Europe, with implications for public health and solar energy generation....
Met Police make arrest after threat allegedly sent to Nigel Farage on social media
The force said a man in his 20s was arrested and bailed pending further enquiries
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Gardeners urged to follow 9am rule during UK heatwave
It comes as several water companies have issued hosepipe bans for millions
'Forgotten' superhero series fans say is 'better than The Boys' now streaming in the UK
The Amazon Prime Video series boasts a beloved UK actor in the lead role
Stacey Solomon shares heartbreaking details after she and Joe Swash rescued ponies in their latest move
It was earlier this month that Stacey revealed the arrival of her and Joe's new addition to their menagerie of pets
Dovestone and Tintwistle moor fires LIVE as new update says firefighters making progress amid major incidents
The moorland fires are continuing to rage on with a woman appearing in court in connection with the fire near Dovestone Reservoir
The new National Lottery game launching in UK next week with unlimited prize
The prize pot for the Powerball is unlimited - it keeps rolling over until someone wins
'Absolutely insane' horror movie with Aladdin star that will leave viewers terrified drops on Netflix
The 2024 film has become one of the most talked about horror movies of the decade
Two major UK law changes affecting anyone who vapes in force from October this year
New vaping rules will come into play in October
Coronation Street's Lucy Fallon subtly backs England's World Cup team after showcasing stunning transformation
Actress Lucy Fallon, who plays Bethany Platt in the ITV soap, took to social media with a new snap
Mayor issues urgent warning after tragic death of teenager in Swinton
The Salford Mayor appealed to young people and families across the city.
'Lavish' Kenneth Branagh murder mystery film added to Netflix as fans issue demand
The film boasts stars from Black Panther, American Beauty and Game of Thrones
Angry Ginge reveals cause of devastating fire that destroyed mum's home and killed pets
Salford's Angry Ginge has shared the cause of a devastating fire which ravaged his mother's home, killing three of her beloved pets
Coronation Street fans doubt who killed Theo Silverton and it's not Sarah Platt as prison looms
Corrie fans have cast doubts over Theo Silverton's killer as it was revealed that Sarah Platt will be arrested for his murder
Man accused of murder after karaoke bar death appears in court
Carl Cooper appeared via videolink at Manchester's Minshull Street Crown Court
Council meeting kicks off after ‘Nazi’ row between Reform UK and Greens
Emotions ran high during a debate about the far right.
Asylum seekers who raped woman on Brighton beach and third who filmed attack jailed
Ibrahim Alshafe and Abdulla Ahmadi were jailed for 21 years each for raping the woman on October 4 last year, while Karin Al-Danasurt, who filmed the attack, was sentenced to 18 years and six months
BBC confirm future of hit Stockport drama with Tip Toe and White Lotus stars
The acclaimed series was the biggest comedy launch for BBC Three since 2022
Emmerdale star's sleepover with Sharon and Kelly Osbourne after sparking surprise friendship
Emmerdale actor Bradley Riches has shared photos from his sleepover with Sharon and Kelly Osbourne