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Donald Trump arrived at a Manhattan courthouse this morning, where he will sit and watch as prosecutors and defense attorneys deliver opening statements to a jury in an unprecedented scene.

Naman Ramachandran U.K. media regulator Ofcom has said it is “sounding a warning to broadcasters” to maintain “the highest level of due impartiality” ahead of a general election that is likely due later this year. Ofcom has enhanced rules that apply during election periods.

UPDATE: National Enquirer Publisher David Pecker, on the witness stand today in Donald Trump‘s hush money trial, detailed the tens of thousands of dollars the tabloid shelled out to “catch and kill” potentially embarrassing stories during the 2016 presidential election campaign.

The creation of a major new high speed rail station in Liverpool, strengthening the city's links with Manchester, has taken a significant step closer.

Steven Olikara When millions of Americans came together to marvel at the stunning solar eclipse, we saw a rare moment of unity amid the darkness of a country torn apart by polarization. Bookending the same week? The release of action-thriller “Civil War,” now the number one film in America and A24 Films’ most successful release yet. Set against the backdrop of an imagined second American Civil War, the film follows photojournalists led by Lee Smith (Kirsten Dunst), as they capture the horrors of a failed country.

Katcy Stephan Endeavor has hired Matt Kaplan as vice president of government relations to lead government affairs across Endeavor’s businesses, including WME. In the new role, Kaplan will lead Endeavor’s policy, political and civic-related priorities, working closely with each business to determine and execute annual policy priorities. He will support initiatives on behalf of WME and its clients, including AI legislative protections and advising talent with their political engagements such as the presidential campaign.

The leader of the Liberal Democrats has reiterated that his party is in no ‘grand alliance’ with George Galloway despite one of his candidates appearing in a video with the Rochdale MP.

In 10 days time, Greater Manchester will go to the polls to choose its new mayor.

Rishi Sunak has refused to rule out a July general election.

A candidate in next week’s local elections has admitted being cautioned by police after videos emerged of him scratching a man’s car after a road rage confrontation. According to a statement issued by political party Farnworth and Kearsley First, Mark Bailey, who is their candidate for Farnworth North in the May 2 local elections, ‘keyed’ the car of his victim on several occasions. He was ordered by police to pay £2,328 to repair the damage and was given a conditional caution.

Construction of a £40-million development for new apartments in Eccles has reached its halfway point.

On April 13, Donald Trump was in tiny Schnecksville, Pennsylvania, population 3,800, in Lehigh Valley, rallying white MAGA voters with a range of racist tropes, personal grievances and invented historical narratives featuring Gettysburg, Confederate Army leader Robert E. Lee, Lincoln and himself.

Jordan Moreau A man set himself on fire outside the courthouse where the jurors are being chosen for former president Donald Trump‘s hush money criminal trial. CNN‘s chief legal analyst Laura Coates and MSNBC national correspondent Yasmin Vossoughian both witnessed the self-immolation and spoke about the incident live on air. “I just have to tell you, I have been a student of history for a long time.

Andy Burnham says he is facing the strife known by many families battling the country's collapsing social care system, as his father lives with Alzheimer’s disease. But all political parties have failed to ‘grasp the nettle’, say candidates for Greater Manchester’s mayoral elections.

Andy Burnham hit back at criticism of his record on policing at hustings hosted by the Manchester Evening News today (April 18). The Labour mayor who is hoping to be re-elected for a third term next month clashed with other candidates when quizzed about Greater Manchester Police.

Andy Burnham has rejected calls to tear down Greater Manchester's 400 Clean Air Zone (CAZ) cameras - even though they're not being used to charge motorists following a backlash - because 'they are being used to solve rapes and murders'.

Martin Sheen has taped a new digital spot for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, calling attention to one of the party’s biggest challenges this cycle: Retaining their Senate majority.

Brian Cox is giving his take on Joaquin Phoenix‘s performance in Ridley Scott‘s Napoleon and pondering on leaving the U.S. if Donald Trump wins the presidential election.

Disneyland cast members who work in the amusement park’s shows, parades and visitor meet-and-greets are a step closer to unionizing: Actors’ Equity Association has filed an election petition with the National Labor Relations Board for union recognition.

A Lib Dem councillor in Oldham has lodged a complaint about a parish council's majority party amid a row over a newsletter ahead of the local elections.

Ted Lasso and Game of Thrones, was minding her business in a beautiful one-shouldered lavender beaded gown at the Olivier Awards in London on April 14, posing confidently and electing not to stick her leg out of the dress's side slit. Because, like, it's her choice how much to reveal, and she will show leg if she wants to, .However, in a video captured by a fan and posted to Twitter, a photographer at the event apparently asked her to “show me leg,” prompting this perfectly British take-down: “Oh my god.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director “Civil War” writer-director Alex Garland gave a lengthy interview to Vulture in which he was asked to weigh in on accusations against his film that claim it’s irresponsible to open it in theaters amid such a turbulent election year. Garland’s film is set in an America at war with itself (Texas and California have seceded to become the Western Forces) and follows a group of journalists attempting to interview the U.S. president.

Smartmatic has reached a settlement with One America News Network over claims that the news outlet amplified false claims that the voting systems company rigged the results of the 2020 election.

West Side Story‘s Rachel Zegler and Heartstopper‘s Kit Connor are set to make their Broadway debuts in a new production of William Shakespeare’s Romeo+Juliet with original music by Jack Antonoff!

When networks and other news outlets descend on the Manhattan Criminal Courthouse today for the start of Donald Trump‘s latest trial, much will be made of the fact that this is a moment like no other: A former president facing criminal proceedings.

John Oliver took a left turn on Last Week Tonight and imagined a scenario where Stanley Tucci would be the host of the HBO late-night show.

Anas Sarwar has promised a Labour government "will deliver the greatest transfer of wealth and power into the hands of working people”

An independence paper put together by the SNP-Green Government costed more than £10 per download.

Humza Yousaf's popularity has dropped after controversy around the Scottish Government's hate crime laws, a new poll has suggested.

Two shops in Tameside have been forced to pay fines by the court after being hit by a council sting.

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and EventsHollywood and science collided Saturday night at the 10th annual Breakthrough Prize ceremony.Billed as the “Oscars of Science,” the evening honors scientists responsible for major discoveries. Taking place at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, the event’s star power included Robert Downey Jr., Jessica Chastain, Brie Larson, Olivia Wilde, Margot Robbie, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Katy Perry, Orlando Bloom, Venus Williams, Alicia Keys and many more..

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are said to be "planning their escape route" back to the UK amid a high-profile lawsuit brought by The Heritage Foundation in Washington DC who are investigating the duke's drug use that he confessed to in his tell-all memoir.

Melania Trump is entering her campaign mode. The former First Lady attended John Paulson’s latest fundraiser, orchestrated to raise money for Donald Trump’s presidential campaign. Melania appeared to have a great time, charming all manner of guests.Melania and Donald Trump attend a birthday bash in Mar-a-LagoSolar Eclipse 2024: Donald Trump shares unusual solar eclipse campaign adThe fundraiser was hosted in Palm Beach, Florida, at the house of Paulson, a Republican investor and billionaire.

There are plans to create a new town council in Salford - which could take control over services including bin collections, roads repairs, and street cleaning.

Andy Burnham says he would consider ‘HGV restrictions’ in the city centre if re-elected mayor.

The local elections are just around the corner, with all 10 councils in Greater Manchester holding a poll on May 2.