Revolution to close bars across the country including one near Manchester

Five years ago the UK had eradicated measles. But now a national incident has been declared over a sharp spike in the highly infectious virus.

Jungle have announced a one-off headlining show at London’s O2 Arena which will take place later this year.The London duo – comprised of Tom McFarland and Josh Lloyd-Watson – will be taking over the famous arena on Thursday, September 12 in support of their fourth LP ‘Volcano‘. Tickets for the show will go on sale on Friday, February 2 10am local time.

Call the Midwife fans will recognise actress Annabelle Apsion as the lovable shop owner, Violet Buckle, but she's also appeared in a string of other TV shows. Annabelle joined the BBC drama during season four when Fred Buckle (Cliff Parisi) visited her haberdashery which saw the pair quickly fall in love, reports MyLondon.They started a life together in Poplar, East London and Violet won the local council elections to represent Poplar North - she's also become a mum to Reggie Jackson (Daniel Laurie).

The Met Office weather map has revealed all the warnings in place across the UK on Sunday (January 21). Storm Isha is set to batter all parts of the nation with strong winds and rain, forecasters have said.

Asda has announced that it is opening 21 new convenience stores across the UK in coming weeks - including one in Greater Manchester. It follows the opening of 17 stores already this month, in locations including Southampton, Cardiff and Clapham.

Film fanatics can soon visit the cinema for free thanks to an exciting new scheme. Escapes, supported by the British Film Institute and National Lottery funding, gives people the chance to attend screenings at independent cinemas - all for zero cost.

One of the city's most iconic buildings was lit up last night in celebration of a very special anniversary. The University of Manchester kicked off its bicentenary commemorations with a night of lights, poetry, and performances.

Salford Quays will be lit up in February as The Christie Charity’s Night of Neon returns next month. The family-friendly 5k walk is taking place on February 3 and will see participants light up the night in dazzling fluorescent colours.

Love Island: All Stars viewers were left completely floored as exes Callum Jones and Molly Smith entered the villa as bombshells at the end of Monday's launch episode.The All Stars spin-off series, which debuted on ITV2 on 15 January, brought 12 islanders back from previous series, and then announced that the public had decided on their couples. Jut just as it appeared there were no more twists to come, former stars Callum and Molly were both brought back. The former couple, who dated for three years after starring on the show together, shocked fans when they split in September.

A pub in the heart of the Lancashire countryside has been named one of the best in the UK. The Cartford Inn in Little Eccleston has been included in this year’s list of Estrella Damm Top 100 Gastropubs in the UK.

It may be winter but it doesn’t have to stop you from exploring the stunning countryside we have right on our doorstep. Landscapes can be transformed thanks to frosts and low lying mists, while the crisp, cool air can leave you feeling invigorated.

They were once dubbed the 'miracle twins' by doctors at Royal Manchester Children's Hospital.

As you walk up the narrow cobbled alleyway that runs behind a row terraces, you wouldn't think you're yards away from one of Greater Manchester's top-rated takeaways.

A nightclub that was one of the country's longest-running and which saw the likes of Sir Elton John and Eric Clapton grace its stage is set to be demolished.

The familiar face of Toby Jones has returned to our screens for the new ITV drama Mr Bates vs Post Office, but what fans might not know is that he also has star-studded parents.Toby, 57, who holds an OBE, is best known for being the voice of Dobby in the Harry Potter films from 2002 to 2010. Other huge roles from the actor include Percy Alleline in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and Claudius, the announcer for The Hunger Games.

Decorated in a vivid red and green with gold lettering spelling out ‘Temple Bar’, at first glance this could be the iconic Dublin pub tourists flock to in Ireland. But in actual fact, this is what you’ll find at an Airbnb just over an hour from Greater Manchester.

Going for a walk on New Year’s Day is an annual tradition. For those who’ve had a heavy night of partying it's a chance to blow the cobwebs away and a hearty walk outside can leave you feeling invigorated - setting you up for the year ahead.

Dodgy plumbing at a prison in Rochdale nearly led to a 'full shut down', a report has revealed. HMP Buckley Hall is said to be 'well past its original life expectancy' and earlier this year major problems with the mains water supply almost resulted in a 'mass relocation' of hundreds of inmates.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind as Storm Gerrit sweeps over the UK.

Manchester City are in pole position to complete the signing of River Plate wonderkid Claudio Echeverri, according to reports.