Blackpool Tower goes up in flames as public evacuated from iconic landmark and man arrested

A number of documents relating to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein have been published, with a number of his associates and friends being named, including the Duke Of York, former US President Bill Clinton, and singer Michael Jackson. US Judge Loretta Preska ruled last month that documents naming more than 170 people who were either associates, friends or victims of Epstein should be made public.

Glasgow photographer Brian Davidson is hoping to snap up the big cash prize on The Traitors.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's plans for redemption in 2024 have been ruined, according to one royal author, after they decided to spend Christmas in California, rather than with the other Royals at Sandringham. It comes after a rather mixed year for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, with Prince Harry's memoir Spare becoming the fastest selling non-fiction book in the UK since records began.

An earthquake was recorded just 12 miles away from the outskirts of Greater Manchester on Tuesday evening (January 2).

Arabella Chi and Rúben Dias have jetted off on holiday together amid rumours of a romance between the pair. The former Love Island star, 32, and Manchester City footballer Rúben, 26, appeare to confirm their relationship as they put on a cosy display at Manchester Airport.The pair cut casual figures as they arrived for their flight, with Arabella sported a cream DSGN tracksuit from fast fashion brand Boohoo, which she paired with some trainers. Meanwhile Rúben opted for a black tracksuit and white trainers.

With the return of homecoming heroes and visits from some of the world's biggest names in music, the live music scene in Manchester is shaping up for one of its biggest and best years ever in 2024.

Adam Thomas has left fans distracted - and gushing - over the same thing as he welcomed in the New Year with his wife and their children that left one of them issuing apology.

It wouldn't be New Year's Eve without Jools Holland's Annual Hootenanny on BBC Two. The show, which has aired for the past 30 years, has become a time-honoured tradition for many people as part of their end-of-year celebrations.

Graham Norton is bidding goodbye to 2023 alongside a star-studded line-up of guests ahead of the New Year. The presenter will be returning to BBC One with The Graham Norton Show New Year’s Eve on Sunday December 31.

Change is on the horizon for Manchester United after what has been a challenging season so far.

Hugh Grosvenor, the Duke of Westminster is set to marry gourmet food company boss, Olivia Henson this summer.The wedding will be held at Chester Cathedral and attended by much of the British aristocracy. King Charles, who's the groom's godfather, along with Queen Camilla, are set to attend. Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, are also expected to make an appearance.

Pep Guardiola has advised his players to be careful with their use of social media to avoid making themselves the target of thieves after Jack Grealish became the latest footballer living in the northwest to have his home broken into.

Community campaigners, two star footballers and charity champions are among those from Greater Manchester who have been recognised in this year's King's New Year Honours list.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Christmases have been different since they left the royal family in 2020. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex last spent the festive period with the Royal Family on the Sandringham Estate in 2018. A year later, they decided to celebrate in America with Meghan's mother, Doria Ragland before stepping back from The Firm in 2020 and permanently moving to the States.

INEOS sporting director Sir Dave Brailsford has attended Old Trafford to watch Manchester United play their first game since Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s 25 per cent minority investment was confirmed.

The Royal Family take part in many traditions each Christmas - some of which are classic and others which are unique to them. From attending a church service, just like many of us up and down the UK to opening their presents on Christmas Eve to pay homage to their German heritage, the royals' day will be enjoyed by everyone. But every year, the family attracts huge amounts of criticism for one custom that traditionally takes place on Boxing Day.

Four North West-based community projects have been awarded more than £1.2 million of government funding aimed at saving community assets. Pubs, museums, cinemas and historic buildings will be kept alive by the funding announced on Friday (December 22).

Naman Ramachandran In a landmark judgement that could change the face of global soccer forever, Europe’s top court ruled on Thursday that sport’s leading bodies, the UEFA and FIFA, has “acted contrary to competition law” in their efforts to block the launch of a European Super League. The ruling stems from a lawsuit filed to the Commercial Court in Madrid by the European Superleague Company against FIFA and UEFA.

The Christmas period is a time for love and peace but as the festive season rolls in King Charles seems to be increasingly anxious about what his estranged son Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle's next move might be.

The government ministers and officials who spoke of a 'punishment beating' for Greater Manchester during the pandemic when local leaders resisted tougher Covid restrictions without adequate funding have been named. Andy Burnham's behaviour during his stand-off with the government in autumn 2020 was described as 'appalling' at the meeting attended by the UK's top politicians and advisers.