When is Mother's Day 2021 and why do we celebrate it? Here's everything you need to know

direct to your inboxThe mum of Manchester Arena bombing victim Martyn Hett has opened up on the pain of dealing with Mother's Day - four years after she lost her son in the tragedy.Figen Murray said although she has a memory box full of cards Martyn sent over the years, it is a 'struggle' to look at them.Martyn, from Stockport, was among the 22 lives lost when Salman Abedi detonated his suicide bomb in the foyer of the Arena in 2017.He was 29.Figen has since campaigned tirelessly for a new law

direct to your inboxFor many of us, today will be a very different Mother's Day.It would usually be a day for visiting our families, enjoying a meal and celebrating with the special women in our lives.But today, due to the coronavirus lockdown rules, most of us will have to spend the occasion away from our mums.In the hope of spreading some love and keeping spirits up, we asked our readers to tell us about the women who are special to them.We asked you to tell us who you are celebrating today.

Marketing Manchester, which incorporates the tourism board and VisitManchester.com, has outlined 21 things we can still get excited about in 2021, and beyond.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United are interested in Villarreal central defender Pau Torres ahead of the 2021 summer transfer window.MEN Sport understand that both United and Manchester City hold an interest in the Spainish defender, with United the club most likely to make an approach in the summer transfer transfer window.The 24-year-old, who has already made seven appearances for the Spanish national team, could be a viable alternative to long-term Reds target Raphael

straight to your inbox every day for freeCharlie McNeill had pinged one into the top corner on his FA Youth Cup debut for Manchester United at Salford's Peninsula Stadium in Salford. He did not have an audience but it did not matter.The mischievous McNeill made a beeline for the club photographer following his derby goal last month so he captured a clear image of the 17-year-old clutching the badge.

Sports Team have shared rescheduled dates for their UK and Irish headline tour – see their new live schedule below.The band were initially set to head out on the road this April in support of their debut album ‘Deep Down Happy’.Due to ongoing coronavirus restrictions, though, the dates have now been pushed back to October and November, concluding with a massive gig at London’s Brixton Academy.See the band’s newly rescheduled tour dates, which begin in Manchester on October 2, below.

direct to your inboxMore than 100 people who had previously refused or ignored the coronavirus vaccine offer have now had the jab - after being contacted in their mother tongue.A multilingual team called dozens of people of Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds in south Manchester to answer questions and “debunk vaccination myths”.The volunteers - translating into Urdu, Punjabi, Kurdish, Arabic and Bengali - rang people identified by GPs at Ladybarn Group Practice, Al-Shifa Medical Centre

Let us know in the comments below. Is your mum the type who turns down a sticky toffee pudding in the pub in favour of a cheeseboard?This is the perfect gift for her - a curated box of artisan cheeses from Altrincham-based New Market Dairy.Recognised as one of the best cheese shops in the country, they've put together a £30 cheeseboard for Mother's Day that includes three cheeses, raw butter, and cheese biscuits.

straight to your inbox every day for freeWhile the stars hit the headlines with their grandiose parties and weddings, the organisers of these lavish events are seldom seen.Global event planner Julie Perry prefers to remain working behind the scenes as she makes dreams come true.In an exclusive interview with the Manchester Evening News, Julie has spoken out about her journey from working in music talent scouting in her home city of Manchester to becoming the brains behind Coleen and Wayne

straight to your inbox every day for freeImages of Manchester United's rumoured away shirt for the 2021/2022 season have been 'leaked' on social media - drawing a mixed reaction from fans.Posted by Stretty News on Twitter, the white and blue combination gives us a first look at how Ole Gunnar Solksjaer's side could be kitted beyond the summer, with supporters hopefully set to return in their thousands to Old Trafford.Featuring an all-red United crest and Adidas logo, the strip gives off strong

manchesterfoodanddrinkfestival.nutickets.com for a reservation fee of £5. Alexa Stratton-Powell, festival director commented: “This year’s festival is about celebration, reflection and recovery.

Manchester Pride has confirmed the long-awaited return of its annual LGBTQ+ celebration this summer.The Manchester Pride Festival will be back with a parade, live music, the Gay Village Party and the candelit vigil, turning the city centre into one big party.Tickets for MCR Pride Live, which in 2019 hosted Ariana Grande and Years and Years as headliners, have been flying since they went on sale.The charity has confirmed that this year's live music portion of the celebrations will be scaled-back

fans upset at a 'ridiculous' price hike, but allowed Manchester Pride to put on their largest-ever MCR Pride Live and welcome back Ariana Grande to the city.

straight to your inboxHarry Kane must 'twist rather than stick' this summer as the England captain continues to be backed to move to one of Europe's elite clubs - including Manchester City.That's the message from former England midfielder Danny Murphy, who took to his column in the Daily Mail to suggest the time is right for Kane to leave Tottenham Hotspur in search of silverware.Ahead of leading his country at the delayed European Championships this summer, the 27-year-old frontman once again

straight to your inbox every day for freeHaving had a superb individual campaign, Sevilla defender Jules Kounde is being heavily linked with a move to Manchester United this summer. M.E.N.

hereLatham, of Prestwich, Manchester, is also charged with failing to provide information about the driver of a car involved in an offence to the police.He told the court he didn't provide the information as he was not made aware that it had been requested by the police.If found guilty at a subsequent hearing, the penalty for driving between 91mph and 100mph could be four to six points and a fine.The case was adjourned by District Judge Timothy Boswell to March 28.As well as playing Lip