Five arrested after protests at Israeli-owned factory in Oldham
At least five people have been arrested after protests at a factory which pro-Palestinian activists claim supplies weapons to Israel.
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Uber takeover of UK-based taxi software maker cleared by watchdog
Uber’s takeover of British tech firm Autocab has been cleared by the competition watchdog.
Ofcom to create tech hub and up to 150 new jobs in Manchester
Communications regulator Ofcom has announced plans to open a new technology hub in Manchester – creating up to 150 new jobs by 2025.
Manchester students pass vote of no confidence in vice-chancellor
Students at the University of Manchester have passed a vote of no confidence in its vice-chancellor.
Woman fined £10,000 for organising protest against 1% pay rise for nurses
The organiser of a protest against the Government’s proposed 1% pay rise for NHS workers has been fined £10,000.
GCHQ wants AI to boost detection of child sex abuse and trafficking crimes
GCHQ has set out how it wants to use artificial intelligence (AI) in the fight against increasingly sophisticated criminal activity.
Ex-Man Utd player Ronnie Wallwork could face jail term over assault, warns judge
Former Manchester United footballer Ronnie Wallwork has been warned he could face a prison term after he admitted an assault charge.
Ex-United footballer Wallwork could face jail term over assault, warns judge
Former Manchester United footballer Ronnie Wallwork has been warned he could face a prison term after he admitted an assault charge.
Joggers run routes to spell messages of support for prostate cancer charity
A group of runners decided to add some extra meaning to their January jogs by sending messages of support to Prostate Cancer UK using their route apps.
Uber trials same-day parcel delivery service in parts of the UK
Uber is to start collecting and delivering parcels for people using its existing network of drivers.
Coronation Street enlists Will Mellor to play ‘out and out baddie’
Coronation Street has signed up Will Mellor to play an “out and out baddie”.
Thousands to be tested in Manchester after Kent coronavirus mutation detected
Thousands of people in Manchester will be tested for coronavirus after a mutation of the more transmissible Kent variant was detected there.
Around 100,000 house sales already agreed ‘will miss stamp duty deadline’
Many home buyers could be in for tax bills they had not budgeted for – as around 100,000 house sales already agreed will miss a deadline to make stamp duty savings, according to an estimate.
Forecasters warn of flooding with heavy downpours to batter UK in coming week
Large swathes of the UK are set to be hit with heavy downpours next week, with warnings of potential flooding in place.
Up to 80 jobs at risk in Aberdeen as Stewart Milne Homes starts consultation process
A major north-east housebuilder has started a consultation process with its workforce which will lead to job losses in Aberdeen.
Million-pound fundraiser, six, receives Pride Of Britain award from Ant and Dec
A six-year-old boy with two prosthetic legs who raised more than £1 million in a walking challenge has been surprised with an award by Ant and Dec.
Harry Styles says his new investment ‘feels like coming home’
Harry Styles has invested in a new live music arena in Manchester.
Drive-in pantomime performances scheduled for festive period
A drive-in performance of a Christmas pantomime will tour outdoor venues across the UK.
Coronavirus: Airline reopens routes from Aberdeen International Airport
Two routes were taking off from Aberdeen International Airport today for the first time since they were grounded by coronavirus.
Liam Gallagher and Mark Owen lead Manchester doorstep singalong
Oasis singer Liam Gallagher, Take That’s Mark Owen and James’ Tim Booth have helped to lead a virtual singalong for Manchester.
Rapper Bugzy Malone gives update after quad bike crash
Rapper Bugzy Malone has told his fans that he is “lucky to be alive” after being seriously injured in a quad bike crash.
Loganair step in to take over Aberdeen Flybe flights
Loganair has announced the company will take over a number of routes operated by collapsed airline Flybe.
TalkTalk users in Liverpool and Manchester hit by broadband outage
TalkTalk customers in parts of the North West were left without broadband on Thursday morning after a fault with the company’s service.
Keynote speaker announced for Aberdeen economy conference
One of the UK’s most respected regeneration tsars has been announced as the keynote speaker at a conference on Aberdeen's economy.
Man held after four stabbed at Manchester shopping centre
A man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of serious assault after several people were stabbed at the Arndale shopping centre in Manchester, Greater Manchester Police said.
Elbow’s Guy Garvey lands new job on Manchester trams
Elbow star Guy Garvey will entertain passengers on Manchester’s trams on Thursday as he lends his voice to the announcements.
Aberdeen garage staff set off on 458-mile charity cycle
Staff from an Aberdeen car repair service have set off on the first leg of a 458-mile cycle to raise vital funds for charity.
Watch: Bells ring out as Yoko Ono opens Manchester International Festival
Yoko Ono has opened the Manchester International Festival by leading members of the public in ringing bells for world peace.
Underworld to revisit ‘unheard’ stories of Manchester homeless
Electronic music duo Underworld are returning to the Manchester International Festival to showcase “unheard” stories of the homeless.
Rapper Cardi B pulls out of headline slot at Parklife music festival
Rapper Cardi B has pulled out of her headline slot at the Parklife music festival, organisers said.