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• Is this a sneaky way to get a McDonald's Big Mac meal for just £1.99?

  03-03-2017 23:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The company says it shouldn't work. But users of the HotUKDeals website say they've been getting away with it...
  
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• Wayne Rooney & Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Jose Mourinho wants pair to stay at Man Utd

  03-03-2017 23:33 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jose Mourinho says he "100%" wants Wayne Rooney to stay at Man Utd, and also expects Zlatan Ibrahimovic to extend his contract.
  
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• Super League: Wigan Warriors 20-0 Leigh Centurions

  03-03-2017 23:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Anthony Gelling scores a brace to guide champions Wigan Warriors to a derby victory against Leigh Centurions.
  
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• Premiership: Sale Sharks 12-32 Northampton Saints

  03-03-2017 23:26 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Northampton boost their Premiership play-off chances with a bonus-point win at Sale, who are still not clear of relegation.
  
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• Police want to speak to this man after a woman suffered vile racist abuse on a Manchester tram

  03-03-2017 23:25 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police say they are treating the incident as a hate crime and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
  
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• Man who saved two children from Manchester fire to be deported

  03-03-2017 22:58
  
  Robert Chilowa, a Zimbabwean national, has been told there was ‘no case to answer’ for his case to stay and he must leave his house within 12 daysA man has been told he will be deported from the UK weeks after he saved two children from a house fire in Manchester. Robert Chilowa, who was commended by police for the rescue, said the order felt like a “slap in the face”.The Zimbabwean national was hospitalised for smoke inhalation after the fire at his neighbour’s hou
  
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• Oldham Athletic legend Garry Hoolickin, and three sons, in court after stag do turned violent

  03-03-2017 22:20 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The court heard that the 59-year-old, whose son was killed last year, was responding to a 'dangerous act' from a bouncer who was 'lucky not to be prosecuted'
  
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• Live: Disruption to flights at Manchester Airport after incident with EasyJet plane

  03-03-2017 21:53 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Passengers are reporting disruption to flights after the incident which appeared to involve a plane and a 'tug' vehicle
  
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• Mum's warning after 15-year-old son held at knifepoint by bike robbers

  03-03-2017 21:06 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Parents urged to remain vigilant after two similar attacks in Stockport in just a few days apart
  
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• Students say boiler has been broken for four months - and it's so bad their shoes are going mouldy

  03-03-2017 20:27 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Undergraduates at Manchester Met University's £139 a week halls of residence say there's creeping damp, leaky kitchens and no hot water
  
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• Why tap water could turn BROWN at thousands of homes in Greater Manchester next week

  03-03-2017 19:23 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It's safe to drink. But if it happens, you're advised not to use some appliances
  
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• Driver who fled after dragging pedestrian under car jailed

  03-03-2017 18:45 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Marc Dightam ignored the trapped man's desperate attempts to get him to stop
  
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• The teenage yob who smashed up boyfriend's Audi with a hammer while screaming obscenities at police

  03-03-2017 18:42 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  She told officers: “F****** take the car. F****** take it. You’re lucky it’s not your f****** head.”
  
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• Man in a serious condition after being found unconscious at city centre tram stop

  03-03-2017 18:33 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  All services on the Ashton line have been halted after a man was found unconscious at the New Islington stop in Ancoats
  
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• This hero saved two children from a house fire which killed their grandparents... now he's going to be kicked out of Britain

  03-03-2017 17:33 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Robert Chilowa risked his life to save a family in Withington but has been told he's outstayed his welcome
  
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• Best job ever? Drinks company looks for interns to 'explore beer and travel the world'

  03-03-2017 17:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The lucky employees will travel the globe swigging beer and visiting breweries
  
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• Thug racially abused train passengers - then threatened woman who bravely intervened

  03-03-2017 17:18 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Darren Ingham, 47, has been jailed for 20 weeks for his 'hate-filled' behaviour
  
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• First look: VW Beetle Cabriolet

  03-03-2017 16:59 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Volkswagen’s convertible has substance to go with the style
  
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• Sir Ian McKellen has the last word on the 2017 Oscars mistake

  03-03-2017 16:58 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  You can always rely on Gandalf for words of wisdom
  
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• Big Brother stars Louise Cliffe and Stuart Pilkington have welcomed their first child

  03-03-2017 16:58 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Congratulations to former Miss Manchester Louise and fitness guru Stu
  
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• Win a luxury holiday for two from Manchester with Lufthansa

  03-03-2017 16:55 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Lufthansa is giving away a luxury holiday for two to celebrate their one-millionth passenger flying from Manchester...all you need to do is choose your 'one in a million'
  
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• New bromance for Wayne Rooney and Ed Sheeran?

  03-03-2017 16:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Manchester United captain and music fan Wayne has praised Ed's new album Divide
  
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• Naked Attraction is looking for brave singletons from Manchester to take part in a new series

  03-03-2017 16:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Do you or a friend fancy stripping off on TV?
  
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• The teenager who has got more than 2,000 football referees to walk out on strike this weekend...

  03-03-2017 16:33 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Ryan's Facebook campaign over the abuse he faced in Manchester has led to crisis talks with Wembley bosses - and a national strike
  
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• Terminally-ill City fan granted his final wish of meeting Vincent Kompany has died

  03-03-2017 16:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Manchester City pulled out all the stops to make 74-year-old David Burns' wish come true - with Vincent Kompany making a surprise visit at his home
  
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• Take the test - how good are your grammar and punctuation skills?

  03-03-2017 16:19 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  To celebrate National Punctuation Day in the USA we have put together the ultimate test to challenge your grammatical skills...
  
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• CCTV footage released of man police wish to speak to after woman raped in Manchester city centre

  03-03-2017 15:34 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The attack happened on Coronation Square in July last year, and anyone who recognises the man pictured are urged to come forward
  
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• Lisbon travel guide - top 10 things to do and see in Portugal's capital city

  03-03-2017 15:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Cheap flights from Manchester Airport, historic charm, vibrant nightlife and golden beaches make Lisbon the perfect city break
  
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• Rabbi wins surprise victory for Tories in Salford by-election

  03-03-2017 15:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Arnold Saunders took the seat from Labour - the Conservatives' first win in Kersal for 25 years
  
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• The National Wedding Show arrives in Manchester in March

  03-03-2017 15:25 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  There will be some quirky collections at the show too, such as 'Rock and Roll bride' accessories which includes cat ear veils and angel wings
  
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• Greater Manchester Mayoral Election 2017: How important is NHS to voters?

  03-03-2017 15:21 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Political editor Nina Warhurst on the importance of the NHS to voters ahead of Greater Manchester mayoral vote.
  
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• Shoreham air crash blamed on pilot flying too slow and low

  03-03-2017 15:20 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Parents bereaved by crash that saw eleven people killed say air show organisers "have got much to answer for"
  
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• Hit-and-run motorist drove for 150ft with man trapped between axles of his Mercedes

  03-03-2017 15:13 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Colin Bowler claims his life has been ‘ruined’ by Marc Dightam following the collision outside the George and Dragon pub in Cheadle on Boxing Day
  
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• Bike Expo comes to Manchester in March with all the latest kit for keen cyclists

  03-03-2017 15:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Bike Expo brings the world's smallest cycle helmet and a battery powered bike that burn calories to Manchester
  
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• Robbie Williams' on-screen wife cheats on him with Gary Barlow - and fans love it

  03-03-2017 14:21 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Gary makes a saucy cameo appearance in Robbie's new music video for Mixed Signals
  
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• Chief Kaiser Ricky Wilson finds his pop voice ahead of Manchester Arena show

  03-03-2017 14:18 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The frontman's musical tastes changed when he was judge on the TV talent show
  
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• Watch as police search fields for weapon used to kill Paul Croft 12 years ago

  03-03-2017 14:17 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Paul Croft, 19, was attacked in an alleyway next to the Lord Nelson pub in Pendlebury, Salford, on March 25, 2005
  
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• Crook wearing Hawaiian shorts attempted armed bank robbery - without a gun

  03-03-2017 13:57 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Matthew Davey walked into a bank in Stockport wearing bright shorts - but nothing to cover his face - before handing a bizarre note to the cashier
  
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• Warning of weekend travel chaos as SEVEN major events take place on same day

  03-03-2017 13:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  And on top of that, there's the weekend closure of the A556 in Cheshire to contend with too
  
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• These teens have been left orphans - now their family is hoping to raise money for their future

  03-03-2017 13:49 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Abi, 14, and James Medlock, 13, lost their dad Tony in January, around 14 months years after their mum Trisha died
  
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• Cadbury launches TWO new chocolate bars - and they look incredible

  03-03-2017 13:37 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Easter has come early...
  
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• Shoreham air disaster was caused by pilot error, accident investigators find

  03-03-2017 13:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Eleven people died when a 1955 Hawker Hunter jet crashed onto the A27 in West Sussex during an air show in August 2015
  
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• Sir Ian McKellen spoke at the People's History Museum and perfectly summed up what makes Manchester so amazing

  03-03-2017 13:21 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "What was it about Manchester that made us want to change the world?"
  
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• Watch: Stormzy performs surprise set at Manchester Utd album signing

  03-03-2017 13:18 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The grime sensation was at Man Utd's Old Trafford Megastore to plug debut album Gang Signs & Prayer
  
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• Warren Joyce: Wigan Athletic boss could miss Blackburn Rovers match after surgery

  03-03-2017 13:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Wigan Athletic boss Warren Joyce could miss their vital relegation fixture against Blackburn after minor surgery.
  
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• Theresa May vows to preserve United Kingdom ahead of Brexit

  03-03-2017 13:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Prime Minister set out her personal case for keeping Scotland in the United Kingdom
  
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• Train was ‘seconds away’ from ‘major disaster’ after wall collapsed

  03-03-2017 13:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A service travelling from Manchester Airport to Liverpool had to make an emergency stop after a wall collapsed near Liverpool Lime Street
  
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• Masked robbers armed with gun and axe raid phone shop on Curry Mile

  03-03-2017 12:33 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  One of the men jumps over the counter of the store, on Wilmslow Road in Rusholme, and fills a bag with handsets while the other points the weapons at frightened staff
  
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• Rod Stewart says desert 'beheading' video has been 'misinterpreted'

  03-03-2017 12:22 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Rock star apologises after video appearing to show him performing a mock execution in Abu Dhabi desert was posted online
  
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• I’m a Celeb star Adam Thomas gets pranked by pet shop owners - after they put a spider on his head

  03-03-2017 12:13 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Emmerdale actor may be 10,000 miles from the Australian jungle, but it appears he just can’t escape his phobia of creepy crawlies
  
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