'Atrocious' delays, cancellations and 'major issues': Manchester passengers bid farewell to TransPennine Express

A man who murdered a mum and daughter before burying their bodies under his kitchen floor has lost a bid to appeal against his conviction and sentence.

A man who held 'extremist views' illegally smuggled a handgun and bullets into the UK from South Africa.

Brian Kidd has lauded Erik ten Hag for staying true to Manchester United's ethos in his maiden season.

If you're enjoying today's Bank Holiday sunshine, here's some good news for you... it's here to stay for the rest of the week. Greater Manchester looks set for a warm and dry few days with temperatures regularly hitting 20C.

Bicep and Moderat.The two acts will play at Repercussion on Saturday September 16, where Bicep will present their audiovisual DJ set ‘Chroma’. They and Moderat will be joined on that bill by an additional 44 acts including Jon Hopkins, Kerri Chandler, TSHA, Joy Orbison and Eliza Rose.Meanwhile, Hybrid Minds and Wilkinson will co-headline a collaborative event put on by Metropolis and Worried About Henry.

Popular ITV show Britain’s Got Talent has come under fire from viewers for a major issue that they say is "ruining" the show. During Saturday night's episode, several viewers took to Twitter to complain about the show’s excessive use of slow motion when showing the acts, saying it totally ruins their watching experience of the hit show.

Motorists have been warned of 'severe delays' on the the M6 and M61 in Lancashire. Travel time is estimated to be just over 30 minutes on the northbound carriageway towards junction 31 for Preston.

Rio Ferdinand is in no doubt that Manchester United have had a better season than Arsenal, despite finishing behind the Gunners in the Premier League table.

Soccer AM is set to be shown for the final time this weekend after being part of football fans’ Saturday morning rituals since 1995.

Manchester United can secure Champions League football with a point against Chelsea on Thursday night.

Average White Band will launch their international farewell ‘Let’s Go Round Again One Last Time’ Tour in North America.The stay in the U.S. will be short for the British outfit though.At the time of publication, the funk, soul and R&B group featuring original members Alan Gorrie and Onnie McIntyre only have five stateside shows lined up.This run of concerts includes two gigs at New York City’s City Winery on Friday, Aug.

Scots presenter Jean Johansson has landed a slot on ITV's This Morning presenting the competition segment.

A couple have told how their dream holiday turned sour after they faced a 55 HOUR delay to get home. Emma and Justin, of Westhoughton in Bolton, spent £7,000 on a two week all-inclusive holiday with TUI in Tulum in Mexico.

Manchester came together to bask in spring sunshine — and celebrate the runners raising millions for charity.

Erik ten Hag insists money is available for Manchester United to strengthen their squad amid uncertainty over the club's ownership.

A historic warehouse behind Piccadilly Station is set to become a series of ‘creative workspaces’.

Rio Ferdinand has revealed that Manchester United's Champions League-winning squad stay in contact through WhatsApp, with one member of that side a constant target of their jibes.

TransPennine Express (TPE) has just become the second operator of trains serving Greater Manchester to be brought under government control after months of poor performance. It was a decision welcomed by leaders and residents across the north after consistent disruption had left travellers regularly frustrated.

Bruno Fernandes has lauded Alejandro Garnacho, Harry Maguire, Fred and Wout Weghorst for their contribution from the substitute bench in Manchester United's victory against Wolves this weekend.

Politicians, unions and, most importantly, long-suffering passengers had their say today after much-criticised train operating company TransPennine Express was brought under Government control.