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• Tyrone McCarthy: Salford Red Devils sign forward from St George Illawarra Dragons

  18-07-2017 23:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Salford sign Ireland international forward Tyrone McCarthy from NRL side St George Illawarra Dragons with immediate effect.
  
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• Shameless HGV driver caught dumping rubbish on motorway as crackdown on litter louts starts

  18-07-2017 23:21 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Drivers are now being warned that motorway littering could put lives at risk
  
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• Joe Hart: Manchester City keeper joins West Ham on loan

  18-07-2017 22:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Manchester City and England goalkeeper Joe Hart completes a season-long loan move to West Ham.
  
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• A Manchester MP has called for the legalisation of cannabis

  18-07-2017 22:06 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Speaking in Parliament Jeff Smith, Labour MP for Withington, also said many other drugs should be decriminalised
  
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• Funeral of Saffie Rose Roussos, youngest to die in the Arena attack, will be held at Manchester Cathedral

  18-07-2017 21:47 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Her family have invited the public of Manchester to gather at and around the cathedral on the day
  
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• How you should actually charge your phone to extend its battery life

  18-07-2017 21:18 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Is charging your battery all night every night actually harming it? What is the optimum percentage? Here are the tips for extending battery life
  
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• Children are being referred to social services because they're so scared following the Arena bomb attack

  18-07-2017 21:11 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Some small children have been left scared to go into Manchester city centre and afraid their relatives might come to harm
  
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• Police officers taken to hospital after crash during car chase

  18-07-2017 20:55 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward
  
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• School slated over claims of racist and homophobic bullying and for not teaching 'British values' properly

  18-07-2017 20:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Ofsted chiefs also said 'too many pupils had a disregard for mutual respect and tolerance'
  
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• Jamie Acton: Leigh Centurions forward given nine-game ban by RFL

  18-07-2017 20:32 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Leigh Centurions forward Jamie Action is banned for nine games after admitting a charge of "other contrary behaviour".
  
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• Landlord plagued by gang of youths is jailed for kidnap and assault of teen he caught throwing stones

  18-07-2017 20:21 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Stephen Jamieson's partner has now spoken out to warn others against taking the law into their own hands
  
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• Watch the moment model confronts man who used his pictures online to con women

  18-07-2017 20:20 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Matt Peacock was horrified when he discovered people were using pictures of him to set up fake profiles on dating websites
  
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• The 10 things NOT to miss at RHS Tatton Flower Show 2017

  18-07-2017 20:03 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The gardens and attractions you must see at this year's RHS Tatton Flower Show, which runs from Wednesday to Sunday this week
  
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• Five cats die in mysterious circumstances on the same street

  18-07-2017 19:47 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  They died within a matter of days of each other
  
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• The case for (and against) moving parliament out of London | Letters

  18-07-2017 19:42
  
  Readers including Lord Greaves and Baroness Stowell agree with Simon Jenkins that moving parliament out of the capital is well worth considering, though David Lowry sounds a note of cautionAll Simon Jenkins’ arguments for moving parliament – and power – to the north of England are spot on (A parliament that listens has to get out of London, 17 July). But for just five years? That will really make no difference to what he calls the “greatest handicap on the political
  
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• Astonishing hoard of weapons including mace, knuckledusters and knives seized by police

  18-07-2017 19:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A large metal spike, a claw hammer and a baton were also found during the search - as well as bags of drugs
  
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• Things that happen in Manchester when the sun shines

  18-07-2017 18:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Seriously, make the most of it. It won't last...
  
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• Campaigners fought to save it, now Ancoats Dispensary will be the community's beating heart

  18-07-2017 18:45 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  There are ambitions to make the Victorian building the bearing heart of the community
  
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• Transplant surgeon says thank you after being reunited with his stolen life-saving operating glasses

  18-07-2017 18:15 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Omar Masood needs his ‘loupes’ to perform life-saving transplants
  
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• Watch the moment former Emmerdale star Roxanne Pallett totally loses it inside a Butterfly Dome

  18-07-2017 18:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  She probably shouldn't sign up for I'm a Celebrity anytime soon...
  
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• Members of Manchester mosque gutted by fire after 'arson attack' are offered a new venue

  18-07-2017 17:35 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Leaders of the Manchester Nasfat Islamic Centre are calling for a 'long-term solution' following a campaign of abusive incidents
  
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• Man, 21, charged after two injured in Stockport A6 crash

  18-07-2017 17:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A couple in their 50s were left with serious injuries when they were hit by a Renault Clio on Sunday.
  
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• This stunning Scottish island is up for sale for just £325k - but it has a VERY dark past

  18-07-2017 16:57 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The 29-acre lighthouse island of Little Ross, on the south coast of Scotland, is on the market for £325,000 - but it comes with a chilling secret
  
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• Manchester restaurant No.1 Canal Street hopes to 'step it up' in the Gay Village

  18-07-2017 16:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Expect accomplished cooking rather than 'crazy drink offers' say the owners of No. 1 Canal Street
  
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• Terrorism blamed for rise in children seeking mental health support

  18-07-2017 16:38
  
  Royal College of Psychiatrists says number being treated in Manchester and London has spiked since recent attacksThe number of children and young people seeking help from mental health services has spiked in the wake of recent terror attacks in England, according to the Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCP). Hospitals across the Manchester region have seen an estimated 10% increase in children seeking help since a bomb ripped through the Manchester Arena on 22 May, killing 22 people, according to
  
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• Rise in children seeking mental health support after terror attacks

  18-07-2017 16:38
  
  Royal College of Psychiatrists says number being treated in Manchester and London has spiked since recent attacksThe number of children and young people seeking help from mental health services has spiked in the wake of recent terrorist attacks in England, according to the Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCP). Hospitals across the Manchester region have seen an estimated 10% increase in children seeking help since a bomb ripped through the Manchester Arena on 22 May, killing 22 people, according
  
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• One Big Summer Weekend brings extravaganza of FREE family fun to Manchester

  18-07-2017 16:35 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The three-day event includes the Manchester Picnic, Manchester Jazz Festival and the inaugural Clownfest
  
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• You could be in charge of the Crystal Maze! (And get paid)

  18-07-2017 15:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Start the fans please*(*we're not sure if shouting this is a requirement of the job)
  
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• Forget Jurassic Park... A human could have outrun a T-Rex, say Manchester scientists

  18-07-2017 15:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Researchers at the University of Manchester say the sheer size of T-Rex meant its leg bones would have buckled under its own weight load so it was effectively restricted to walking
  
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• Review: Blink-182 at Castlefield Bowl, Manchester

  18-07-2017 15:25 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The veteran pop-punk trio tour their latest album California with Alkaline Trio frontman Matt Skiba proving an able deputy for the departed Tom DeLonge
  
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• Blackpool motorcyclist death: Two teenagers arrested

  18-07-2017 15:20 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Two 18-year-olds were arrested after a motorcyclist was fatally injured in a crash with a car.
  
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• Which school uniform is best? We compare price, value and style to find out

  18-07-2017 15:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  We take a look at the best school uniform deals and products from Asda, Tesco, Matalan, Aldi, Marks and Spencer and more
  
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• Ivan Perisic: Man Utd boss Jose Mourinho has 'no idea' over £48m move

  18-07-2017 15:05 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has "no idea" what is happening with a mooted move for Inter Milan winger Ivan Perisic.
  
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• Where is the Vauxhall Vectra that jumped a red light moments before A6 horror crash?

  18-07-2017 15:04 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police want to trace the car as a husband and wife were seriously injured in the crash while they were walking next to the A6 near Stockport town centre
  
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• Sky Sports renamed channels and cheaper packages are in effect from today

  18-07-2017 15:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Sky Sports has renamed its channels as it plans to make them sports specific including a football one. Cheaper packages are also available to entice new customers
  
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• Seven skills young people need to improve their job prospects

  18-07-2017 15:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  We take a look at the seven top skills that graduates and schools leavers need.
  
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• Robbers armed with axe and crowbar ransack man's house during 'absolutely terrifying' attack

  18-07-2017 14:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The victim was in the kitchen of his Gorton home with pals when three men broke in through the back door
  
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• Two teenagers arrested after biker killed in Blackpool crash

  18-07-2017 14:25 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The pair, who are both 18 and from Bolton, were detained on suspicion of causing death by careless driving and driving under the influence of drugs
  
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• Couple who survived cancer and couldn't afford IVF given 'gift of life' by mums in Facebook group

  18-07-2017 14:10 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Mums clubbed together in secret to give Marisha and Jon the gift of life
  
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• Glam gran has gone under the knife four times... and is now launching a modelling career

  18-07-2017 14:04 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Barbara Lewis, from Radcliffe, has had plastic surgery four times - including a tummy tuck and arm lift - to give the figure and face she wanted
  
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• 'Sexist' adverts could soon be banned in the UK

  18-07-2017 14:03 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Advertising Standards Authority will ban ads which show men failing at simple household tasks while women clean up the mess
  
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• Piccadilly Gardens wall is finally set to be demolished...but are people happy?

  18-07-2017 13:54 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The M.E.N. went to find out...
  
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• Manchester's first pay-as-you-feel 'junk food' restaurant confirms opening plans

  18-07-2017 13:50 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Real Junk Food Manchester will serve food that would otherwise have gone in the bin
  
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• Manchester attack: Tributes paid to victim Jane Tweddle

  18-07-2017 13:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jane Tweddle, 51, from Blackpool was among 22 people killed in the explosion at Manchester Arena.
  
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• Man accused of machete attack at Stockport pub stands trial - latest updates

  18-07-2017 13:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Anthony Michael Bartley will appear at Manchester Crown Court today charged with attempted wounding with intent and attempted wounding
  
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• When is the new £10 note released? New plastic ten pound note unveiled

  18-07-2017 13:07 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Who is on the back of a £10 note?
  
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• The way GCSEs are graded is about to change - and it will be harder to get top marks

  18-07-2017 13:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The traditional A* to G grades will be replaced with a numeric system from 9-1
  
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• Mighty T. rex 'walked rather than sprinted'

  18-07-2017 13:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  New research suggests the dinosaur could go no faster than a very brisk walking pace.
  
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• BBC Breakfast's Louise Minchin suffered an awkward wardrobe malfunction live on air

  18-07-2017 12:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The red-faced presenter burst into giggles as she shared her wardrobe malfunction with over a million viewers
  
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• 'She was our mum, our best friend, our everything' - daughters' tribute to mum killed in Manchester Arena attack

  18-07-2017 12:17 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Jane Carolyn Tweddle was among the 22 who died in the atrocity on May 22
  
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