Cosy pub people 'stumble' across sitting on its own island less than a hour from Manchester

It’s that time of year again when we get in touch with our spooky side and, with Halloween fast approaching, our minds turn to creepy ghost stories and ghoulish tales of things that go bump in the night. A visit to an old castle can help you get into the mood and one of the UK’s reputedly most haunted castles is only a couple of hours drive away from Greater Manchester.

Jet2 is expanding its package holiday programme from Manchester Airport next summer due to popular demand. Jet2holidays is putting two new resorts in Turkey on sale for the first time in summer 2024.

Big Brother has made its long-awaited return as sixteen new housemates have entered the house.

release of “The Exorcist: Believer,” filmgoers will once again witness young, possessed girls blaspheming, shrieking and levitating as their parents try to wrest a godless demon from their bodies.What they likely won’t see, however, is their fellow audience members fainting, vomiting and fleeing the theater in terror. That chaotic scene was what was widely reported to have happened all over the world when “The Exorcist” hit theaters nearly 50 years ago in December 1973.In early 1974, a security guard at a Midtown East cinema described screenings of the horror flick to the New York Times.

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has been criticised by pundits following his latest error.

So many of Millie Bobby Brown‘s biggest paydays have been revealed! – Just Jared Jr Have you seen the pics of Taylor Swift and her squad from Saturday night? – Celebitchy Why some people might be so invested in celeb breakups – Popsugar Zendaya looks amazing! – Just Jared Jr

Across the country there are hundreds of quaint chocolate box villages and historic market towns full of character. These destinations draw visitors from far and wide with cosy tea rooms, welcoming pubs and beautiful green spaces.

The Range has announced the opening of four new stores across England in time for Christmas, including one in Greater Manchester.

Despite icy blonde coming back into fashion for autumn/winter 2023, Tasha Ghouri has decided to ditch the bright bleach for something a little darker and more beige in tone for the new season. Debuting the new look on her Instagram page over the weekend, the Love Island 2022 finalist looks incredible as she poses for sunshine selfies.Though Tasha is still clearly blonde, she's completely changed the tone of her colour by knocking down her previous platinum for a more golden 'bronde' shade. "Did someone say bronde?! Huge thanks to @hairbybillyevans @hairbyjackkenneally," Tasha captions the carousel of snaps.

Wall Street Journal.In line with the new law – which is part of the American Rescue Plan Act – companies such as Ticketmaster and StubHub will have to report if customers sold more than $600 in resale tickets in 2023.Companies initially had to send a 1099-K form – an information return that reports the gross amount of reportable “payment card and third party network transactions” for the calendar year – to those who made more than $20,000 (£16,340) through 200 or more transactions in a year.Now, that number will change to $600. “Payment apps and online marketplaces are required to file a Form 1099-K if the gross payments to you for goods and services are over $600,” the IRS said in a statement.“The $600 reporting threshold started with tax year 2023.

When it comes to planning a city break the likes of Paris, Amsterdam and Barcelona are usually on the top of everyone's lists. But if you’ve exhausted them all, or just fancy a destination with an alternative feel, Istanbul in Turkey is the place to go.

Doctors actress Wendi Peters has reportedly quit the BBC soap less than a year after she took the starring role.The 55 year old plays Nina Bulsara in the medical show after joining earlier this year, but she is said to have already filmed her final scenes. A Doctors fan account on Instagram called @doctorsbbc has said that she is departing from her role. Sharing a picture of the actress on the page, they wrote: "Wendi Peters is departing from her role as Nina Bulsara, having filmed her final scenes this week." Fans were quick to pick up on the news as they commented on their disappointment at her possible departure.

Paul Scholes has questioned whether Manchester United's summer signings have made them stronger after seeing another poor start to the season under Erik ten Hag.

Anyone who's been to an airport knows how hectic it can be, especially one as big as Manchester's.

A Cheshire pub once described as a ‘lost cause’ has now been named the best pub in Britain after taking the overall title at the Great British Pub Awards last night. The Cholmondeley Arms took home the award for Great British Pub of the Year and Country / Rural Pub.

A boy aged 14 has been charged with the murder in Manchester of 14-year-old Nathaniel Shani, police said today. The teenager can't be named for legal reasons because of his age, but is set to appear before a judge at Manchester Crown Court on Tuesday.

A mysterious island with a fascinating past lies less than an hour from the centre of Manchester.

An unlikely club reportedly rejected the chance to sign Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek.

A number of schools have sent out emails to parents informing them that a lockdown has been put in place.

Thousands of passengers will be heading to Manchester Airport today to jet off in search of some autumn sunshine. If you are flying then it’s important to check the status of your flight.