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The Rochdale favourite will host the headline stage at the annual event, taking place on Saturday, 8 August 2026, bringing his signature mix of indie, Britpop and Manchester classics to festivalgoers.

With a career spanning more than two decades, Sweetmore has become a well-known figure on the UK music scene, performing at venues nationwide and working alongside major ...

Reliable access to medication remains a cornerstone of modern healthcare, yet supply disruptions continue to affect patients nationwide. Experts say around 60% of shortages stem from manufacturing bottlenecks, alongside fluctuating demand, regulatory pressures and global instability. Limited reserves of both finished medicines and raw ingredients have further exposed vulnerab...

A team led by scientists from the University of Manchester and the University of Liverpool found that the key difference lies not in the cancer cells themselves, but in surrounding support cells known as fibroblasts.

The study focuses on squamous cell carcinomas (SCC), a form of epithelial cancer often found in the mouth, lungs, and skin. While these cancers can appear...

Widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in Manchester’s cultural landscape, Moutrey will step down in the coming months, bringing to a close a career that has spanned theatre, film, visual arts, and major international cultural initiatives.

The council has described the vacancy as one of the most significant roles in the UK cultural sector, with the succ...

The work forms part of the wider Operation Vulcan partnership, introduced just over a year ago to tackle persistent criminality in the area. Since its launch, the initiative has led to more than 250 arrests, the seizure of thousands of pounds worth of drugs, over 200 vehicles taken off the road, and dozens of dangerous weapons removed from the streets.

Neighbourhood of...