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Emmerdale viewers were left puzzled during tonight's instalment as they pointed out an obvious gaffe by the ITV soap involving Mackenzie Boyd's (played by Lawrence Robb) hostage storyline. Mack has been tied up to a chair for days now, after initially getting drunk and ditching wife Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins) in a bid to find his and Chloe Harris's (Jessie Elland) son Reuben.

Five boys were arrested at a Metrolink stop last night after reports of a knife-point robbery.

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Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer Mega media merger mania is once again afoot in Hollywood with very, very early talks between Warner Bros. Discovery‘s David Zaslav and Paramount Global’s Bob Bakish about a potential merger of the two companies. Analysts and industry sources have already raised a number of questions about what a WBD-Paramount combo would look like and the effect it could have on the larger TV and film landscape.

Puzzle have been challenged to solve this Christmas brainteaser featuring dogs dressed up in Santa hats.

Bolton Steam Museum is inviting enthusiasts and families alike to witness a showcase of steam engines - with a glimpse into the industrial heritage of the North of England.

The social media platform - formerly known as X - is currently down for some users.

A man has been arrested after an elderly woman was hit by a car in Wigan.

An award-winning independent coffee group founded in the Northwest has announced the reopening of its Stockport store.

Strong winds are set to hit the UK tomorrow as Storm Pia arrives - with a yellow weather warning issued just days before Christmas.

Police have released CCTV pictures of a man they want to speak to after a woman was reportedly sexually assaulted on a train to Manchester.

Something borrowed, something blue… something red — it’s a flag, just for you!

A festive puzzle is perfect for this time of year, and we have a new one for people to try out in the lead up to Christmas.

If you managed to get to the Christmas markets this year, there's a good chance you may have taken your last sip of a drink that's been a favourite in Greater Manchester for decades. The drink is a concoction of fortified Australian white wine known as Aussie Whites mixed with lemon, sugar and hot water known as a 'Hot Blob'.

Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor When Greta Gerwig worked with costume designer Jacqueline Durran on “Little Women,” the pair went on a trip to a building in London’s Docklands to draw inspiration for the adaptation. “There were old file cabinets labeled ‘British Gardens 1830-1835′ and things you couldn’t find anywhere,” Gerwig recalls. “There were out-of-print books and original frames for making corsets and hoop skirts.” A few years later, the director would turn to Durran to help bring the aesthetic of “Barbie” to life.

The New York Times has revealed some fun statistics for Wordle players!

Three potential names for Stockport's new town centre park have been announced - with residents able to vote for their favourite. Work on the town's new £135 million new transport interchange, a key pillar £1 billion transformation of the town centre, is now well underway.

A road in Trafford is shut after a three-vehicle smash involving a police car.

A sporty mum-of-two, Beata Struzik, 51, who hurt her leg playing tennis was shocked when doctors told her she had an incurable illness - and may only have months to live. She was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND), a condition that affects the brain and nervous system, causing weakness that gets worse over time.

Concern is growing over a man missing from home in Burnage.

I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! viewers were left feeling a bit queasy after Nigel Farage revealed his first meal outside of the camp. The former UKIP leader, who came third in the show, tucked into sardines, Toblerone and beer - a combination that had fans taking to social media to share their thoughts.

Police uncovered a huge drugs haul inside a 'business property' in Trafford after being called to row over parking.

Bradley Walsh, the host of The Chase, surprised viewers of the show by revealing a little-known fact about his health. During an episode of the ITV show, Bradley, 63, was initially puzzled by a question about Scrabble tiles and their colours.

When the finale of Bachelor in Paradise aired last week, we learned that three couples stayed together at the end of the season.

One person was rushed to hospital in an air ambulance while 'multiple others' were injured after a serious crash on the M6 this morning.

The brutal killer of a Manchester sweetshop owner was caught thanks to a startling piece of pioneering CSI. In a vicious act that saw a 58-year old shop owner slain for the pitiful sum of £6, James Smith cockily told police officers "I won't hang".

Emmerdale fans have been left worried for one of the Dales' most iconic residents as Kim Tate confessed to what really happened on the day Craig Reed died. As viewers of the ITV soap know, Lydia Dingle held a lock-in at The Woolpack as she quizzed her family for alibi after her rapist was killed.

Optical illusions and brainteasers are a great way to sharpen up your mind if you're feeling tired or unfocused.

Linda Robson has revealed she's ready to find love again, just weeks after her split from her husband of 33 years, Mark Dunford. The Loose Women panellist, 65, opened up about her hopes for a new romance during a chat with her fellow panellists on the ITV show.

Aramide Tinubu One of the most challenging aspects of navigating the teen years is the constant changes young people must confront. In Netflix’s new YA series “My Life With the Walter Boys,” based on Ali Novak’s 2014 novel of the same name, the entire world of 15-year-old Jackie Howard (Nikki Rodriguez) comes undone instantly. Unfortunately, generic storylines, a massive cast and puzzling choices from the adults and teens alike make for a middling tale.

Philippe Clement admits Rangers are still a work in progress - but reckons his side are on the path to becoming a team unit again.

Police searching for a missing 17-year-old girl have issued an urgent appeal for help to find her.

A road on the border of Wigan and Cheshire is fully shut this morning after a crash involving five vehicles.

A heartbroken dad was left in shock when he found his daughter collapsed on the floor, only to be told minutes later by paramedics that she had passed away. Paul Stephens discovered his 32-year-old daughter Sarah on the floor of her bedroom at his home in Seaforth on November 20.

Police have issued an appeal for help to track down a man from Tameside who is wanted for failing to appear at court.

A puzzle doing the rounds on social media has been leaving people confused despite it being a seemingly easy maths question.