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A murder investigation has been launched after a woman was stabbed to death in broad daylight.

The cheapest city to rent and be a first time buyer has been identified as Aberdeen, according to a report by Rightmove.

The parents of a Scots toddler who received a life-saving liver transplant have 'hit rock bottom' after finding out he now needs multiple organ donations.

A mum who was fatally stabbed in the street 'received death threats' days before the incident, the police watchdog has revealed.

The cast of A Different World has reunited for a national tour of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). During a stop in Washington, D.C., hosted by Howard College, they appeared at the White House to meet Vice President Kamala Harris and Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre.

Habibur Masum has been charged with the murder of 27-year-old Kulsuma Akter. The mum, from Oldham, was stabbed to death while pushing a pram in Bradford on Saturday (April 6).

Detectives are continuing to question a man on suspicion of murder after a 'wonderful' mum was stabbed to death in Bradford.

A man wanted on suspicion of the murder of an Oldham mum in Bradford was captured in chilling CCTV footage just moments after the fatal stabbing.

A man from Oldham has been arrested on suspicion of the murder of Kulsuma Akter in Bradford.

The man wanted over the fatal stabbing in Bradford of a mum from Oldham 'vlogged' himself in Manchester and posted shopping videos in Primark on social media.

A mum who was fatally stabbed to death while pushing her baby in a pram in Bradford on Saturday (April 6) has been named as Kulsuma Akter from Oldham.

Greater Manchester Police have shared an appeal for help to track down a man from Oldham who is wanted after a woman was stabbed to death while pushing a pram.

Police are hunting for a man from Oldham after a woman was stabbed and killed in broad daylight in Bradford.

A former Scots businessman who masterminded an armed robbery that ended in a police officer being shot dead has been found guilty of her murder.

EXCLUSIVE: MSNBC Films has unveiled its spring and summer slate including a Dave Eggers documentary about book-banning.

Kate Middleton's attempt to pick up a new hobby for Prince George didn't go as planned and instead was "really bad".The Princess of Wales, who has been resting at home after abdominal surgery in January, is known for balancing her royal duties with raising her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis alongside her husband Prince William. Determined to give her kids the most normal upbringing, Kate once revealed that she tried to learn a special skill when she was pregnant with her first child, George. However, she confessed it turned into a disaster as she was "really bad" at it - despite having an artistic flare.

A man who killed a cat in a washing machine has walked free from court with a suspended prison sentence, the RSPCA has revealed.

Many of us who are fans of desi food now know what to expect when we go to a typical Indian restaurant. Often many of the dishes will have a similar taste, as they use the same curry base or 'thurka' as it's natively known.

A vulnerable dad froze to death almost two weeks after being released from police custody, an inquest heard.

The storm began sometime on Friday. By the following day a month's worth of rain had fallen in less than 48 hours.

Strictly Come Dancing's John Whaite had to unexpectedly step down from his current pantomime gig due to feeling unwell on the day of the highly-anticipated performance. Famed for his quickstep on the Strictly dance floor, John is currently part of the Cinderella cast performing in Bradford, but sadly he had to sit out his Thursday 28 December performance because of ill health, forcing an understudy to step into his shoes as Dandini. John took the time to share a dazzling snap of his co-star, professional actor William Elijah Lewis, over on Instagram Stories following the unfortunate news he wouldn't be able to perform.

An unlicensed ice-cream man has been caught and convicted for a second time. Mohammed Zubair Khan, of Bradford Park Drive, Bolton, was convicted in his absence of trading without a street traders consent licence at Bolton magistrates court.

Kate Middleton's go-to leather handbag is now on sale for Black Friday, with a whopping £100 off.The Duchess of Cambridge is known for her stylish and timeless outfits. One of her favourite brands, Aspinal of London, has kicked off its Black Friday sale.The shopping event of the year sees Aspinal offering up to 50% off items, including Kate's favourite accessory: the Midi Mayfair Bag. Our Royal fashion icon has been spotted with this bag in black, taupe and lilac on several occasions.This versatile bag, made from full-grain leather, comes with a removable chain strap and top handle, so you can wear it however you like.

A young boy was tragically killed by a speeding drug driver after his mum left him at home alone, with no gas or electricity.

Emmerdale's Samantha Giles, who played Bernice Blackstock for 25 years, has spoken out about her sudden departure from the popular ITV show. She first appeared in 1998 and has left three times since her arrival in the Dales in the late nineties. Before her exit, she confessed: "I love the comedy.

The Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has met with the party's Muslim MPs as unrest grows over his position on Israel and Gaza. There is reported to be growing anger among the grassroots and some in the parliamentary party over comments made by Sir Keir on the escalating conflict.

It's one of the most disturbing crime sprees in British judicial history. And it escalated here, in Greater Manchester, with the shooting of a sub-postmaster, before the culprit went on to commit a string of murders - including that of a teenage girl. The killer's name was Donald Neilson - and he stalked the North in the 1960s and seventies. Here, Lee Grimsditch looks back at the life and crimes of the serial killer dubbed 'The Black Panther'.

Emmerdale favourite Samantha Giles has announced she will be leaving the ITV soap later this year. The actress, who plays Bernice Blackstock, made her first appearance in Emmerdale over 25 years ago, but has confirmed she's now departing the soap for good.

EXCLUSIVE: The London Indian Film Festival is expanding. 

Janey Godley has revealed she spent her 43rd wedding anniversary in a hospital bed as she gave her followers an update on her health as she continues to battle with ovarian cancer.

The Princess of Wales is known for highly creative and artistic side from drawing and painting to cooking and photography, Kate has an impressive array of crafty talents.

Anita Rani has reportedly split from her husband after 14 years of marriage. The TV presenter, who regularly appears on The One Show and Countryfile – and who partnered Gleb Savchenko on 2015's Strictly Come Dancing – married Bhupinder Rehal in Bradford, West Yorkshire, in 2009. But now a source has told The Mirror that they pair have decided to separate.

“It broke my heart to hear… the original voice of Harley Quinn, Arlene Sorkin has passed away,” he wrote. I adored her work as HQ & as Calliope in “Days of Our Lives.”Arlene Sorkin was a funny, charming and lovely soul.

Arleen Sorkin, known for voicing Harley Quinn across the animated DC Universe, has died. She was 67.

Adele and Amy Winehouse, with over 250million albums sold by its alumni.Now, after being touted earlier this year, it has been confirmed that the free-to-attend school will come to Yorkshire in 2026/27 as part of the BPI Education Academy Trust (BEAT).Education Secretary Gillian Keegan said: “My home city of Liverpool is famously the home of the Beatles, Mersey Beat and many more stars. Whether on stage, on screen, or behind the scenes, the North is full of creative talent.“This announcement will mean more young people will be able to reach their potential and follow in their footsteps, at the new BRIT School in the North.“We are broadening opportunities so more of our children can access this springboard to success in the UK’s growing creative industries.”Bradford was chosen as the location as a means to boost the city’s emerging creative economy.

The first demolition work to pull down the iconic gas holders in East Manchester has begun. The huge gas towers have dominated skylines in the Bradford area of Beswick - directly behind Manchester City's Etihad Stadium - since 1892.