Man with parrot on his shoulder stopped on M62

A once-promising footballer whose career "fell by the wayside" was arrested at Manchester Airport after embarking on a different path. Sean Calvert had been on the books at Tranmere Rovers as a young midfielder.

Chris Willman Senior Music Writer and Chief Music Critic When the lineup for the 2024 Stagecoach Festival was announced earlier this month, Bailey Zimmerman’s name was up there on the second line, right beneath Morgan Wallen’s. It represented a heady move up into the big leagues (and big fonts) for a 23-year-old who had only the most scant awareness that there was such a thing as a country music industry a few short years ago.

Strictly Come Dancing viewers were left 'sobbing' during Saturday night's launch show, as stars of the BBC show paid tribute to the late Len Goodman. Professional dancer Len, who was Strictly's head judge from 2004 until 2016, sadly passed away at the age of 78 in April after battling bone cancer.The first show of Strictly's 2023 series aired on 16 September and a touching tribute to Len was aired, with judges Craig Revel Horwood and Anton Du Beke both sharing emotional messages about their late friend. "If you asked me a question 'was Len one of your best friends?' I'd say 'absolutely'.

feels good on a page like this.Comedian Amy Schumer took a swipe at Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher Monday when the “Trainwreck” star apologized to Nicole Kidman for mocking the way the “Moulin Rouge” star sat at the 2023 US Open over the weekend. In a now-deleted Instagram post, Schumer, 42, poked fun at Kunis, 40, and Kutcher, 45, who wrote character reference letters for their former co-star Danny Masterson, who was convicted of rape in May. “I want to apologize to all the people I hurt posting a photo of Nicole Kidman and alluding to her being an alien,” wrote Schumer.

Johnny Marr has announced two concerts in Manchester, where he’ll be backed by a 30-piece orchestra.The former Smiths guitarist will mark his first 10 years as a solo artist with a two-night residency at the Factory International’s new venue Aviva Studios on December 7 and 8.Led by conductor Fiona Brice, the orchestra has been assembled by Marr specifically for the two-night billing; and is composed of musicians from across the North.Tickets go on general sale this Friday (September 15) here.“I’ve had two experiences of playing with an orchestra – Hans Zimmer, obviously, and also with Pet Shop Boys – but to actually sing in front of an orchestra playing my own work, that’s a first. You can’t help feeling a little bit emotional,” said Marr.He continued: “It’s been really enjoyable working on the arrangements.

Owen Gleiberman Chief Film Critic “Knox Goes Away” is a silky and entrancing thriller directed by its star, Michael Keaton — but as soon as I heard the film’s premise, I’ll admit I was skeptical. Keaton plays an underworld hit man who is diagnosed with dementia. That sounds a bit trendy, and more than that it sounds like a stunt premise.

The Equaliser 3, but it was scaled back after audiences reacted badly to it in preview screenings.The film, Washington’s final appearance as McCall, sees the retired intelligence officer living in a small Italian town where the friendly residents are being terrorised by local Mafioso. One of the residents is waitress Aminah, played by Gaia Scodellaro.

Prince Harry arrived in Dusseldorf, Germany, to attend the Invictus Games 2023 opening ceremony, without his wife Meghan Markle. Harry, 38, cut a smart figure in a navy suit with a light grey tie as he waved to fans before the start of the ceremony. The Duke of Sussex, who previously served in the British Army, developed the games for veterans and service personnel over a decade ago, with the first taking place in 2014.

There's growing concerns for a man who is missing from Glasgow.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director One of the big reveals to come out of the infamous 2014 Sony email hack was that Warner Bros. had been in talks with indie director Jeff Nichols to helm its “Aquaman” movie starring Jason Momoa. Nichols was coming off acclaimed back-to-back dramas “Take Shelter” and “Mud” at the time.

Pressure is mounting on Manchester council to stop using bailiffs to collect debt - with campaigners leaving the town hall claiming a victory. Community union Acorn and charity Debt Justice has been arguing that using bailiffs is costly and takes a toll on the mental health of people who cannot afford to pay.

The first teaser trailer for May December has been released.

Think you know your Greater Mancunian Star Wars actors from your iconic Manchester music venues? Well go on then, you can prove it with the quiz below.

A dream home has come on the market just outside of Greater Manchester boasting an incredible garden that looks just like the Love Island villa. The beautiful four-bed property is tucked away in the midst of the countryside near Rawtenstall, Lancashire and is surrounded by rolling hills and fields.

No matter what Kim Zolciak might want, it would appear estranged husband Kroy Biermann is dead-set on moving forward with their divorce this time.

Lupita Nyong’o is remembering her Black Panther co-star Chadwick Boseman on his death anniversary.

I'm not really sure of the minimum distance you need to travel from home for it to feel like a holiday.

Emma Bunton ’s eldest son Beau has recently shared the news that he is officially no longer single after a sweet snap on social media unveiled the identity of his mysterious new girlfriend. The teen, who only turned 16 earlier this month, shared a number of images on Instagram that showed him cuddled up and enjoying life with a stunning blonde, who has since been revealed to be the daughter of a Hollywood actor.

Louis Theroux has unveiled a Sky feature documentary exploring the controversial affair between a married female professor and a non-verbal black man with cerebral palsy, which led to one of the most divisive criminal trials of the 21st century.

Armed police flooded a busy shopping street after a man thought to be armed with a knife was seen smashing windows and 'behaving erratically'. Police closed the road and advised residents to stay indoors following the incident in Broughton, Salford, at 4.30pm on Monday.