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• My Week as a Muslim viewers give mixed response to controversial Channel 4 show

  23-10-2017 23:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Mum Katie Freeman donned traditional Muslim clothing and wore make up and prosthetics to change her appearance for the documentary
  
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• The Real Housewives of Cheshire ambushed by wild monkeys in hilarious scenes

  23-10-2017 23:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The reality TV ladies had a shock while holidaying in Gibraltar
  
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• Gang kidnapped teenager and left him tied up in woodland overnight as they demanded ransom

  23-10-2017 22:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The trio of blackmailers - Morgan Clarke, 18, Anton Thompson, 20, and Declan Andrews, 17 - learnt that the 16-year-old victim’s brother had got a £2,000 insurance payout after a car crash
  
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• Who plays Seb's mum in Corrie? Where have you seen her before?

  23-10-2017 22:05 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Seb's mum Abi was rushed to hospital in shock scenes after overdosing on heroin in Coronation Street
  
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• Be More Martyn play celebrates life of Manchester bomb victim

  23-10-2017 22:04 via bbc.co.uk
  The play celebrates the life of Manchester Arena bomb victim Martyn Hett.
  
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• Prison officers in Cheshire and Lancashire to carry incapacity spray

  23-10-2017 21:47 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Government say the use of Pava spray - a substance similar to pepper spray - would be trialled across four UK prisons.
  
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• Corrie fans CRINGE as Faye accuses Seb of having an affair with Anna Windass

  23-10-2017 21:31 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Coronation Street viewers recoiled in horror as sulky teen Faye Windass confronted her boyfriend about her own mum
  
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• This trick can help you fall asleep in a minute

  23-10-2017 21:20 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The 4-7-8 technique is a breathing method which lowers your heart rate and induces relaxation and calm
  
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• Catherine Tyldesley wows fans by sharing a make-up free selfie

  23-10-2017 20:55 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Coronation Street beauty was praised by fans after posting the snap on her Instagram
  
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• GMP's specialist sex crime unit - which investigates serious sexual offences including rapes - is to be disbanded

  23-10-2017 20:31 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police chiefs say the plans will place officer's expertise closer to local communities and improve their response - but experts fear they will dilute the quality of rape investigations and deter victims from coming forward
  
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• Inside Manchester's new steakhouse and gin bar Alston Bar and Beef

  23-10-2017 20:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Corn Exchange newcomer serves more than 60 kinds of gin including its own blends made from botanicals foraged around Manchester
  
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• Spar staff threatened with clawhammer and pistol by robbers who ripped safe from floor

  23-10-2017 20:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The masked robbers used a bed sheet to carry the safe outside before fleeing
  
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• Salford woman pretended to be pregnant AND have cancer so she could steal from charity

  23-10-2017 19:36 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Gemma Dalton, 29, from Salford approached the founder of the Mummy's Star charity claiming she was 10 weeks pregnant and suffering from cancer
  
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• What is the diamond-shaped brown patch on backpacks actually for?

  23-10-2017 19:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It's became increasingly popular on backpacks from Herschel Supply Co. over the past few years and now in shops like Primark and H&M but does it have a purpose?
  
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• Two years ago this teenager shattered both legs in a devastating fall - now he's an Olympic climbing hopeful

  23-10-2017 19:06 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Aiden Dunne was left unable to walk after 30ft fall
  
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• Wilko is opening a new Stockport store... and there is £20 on offer for the first 100 shoppers

  23-10-2017 19:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The store at the Peel Centre will open its doors at 9am on Wednesday, October 25
  
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• Detectives launch murder investigation after woman's body found at house

  23-10-2017 18:57 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The 39-year-old was found dead when officers were called to an address on Birch Crescent, Newhey, at around 11.35pm on Sunday
  
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• Man City: Bernardo Silva avoids FA charge over penalty incident v Burnley

  23-10-2017 18:32 via bbc.co.uk
  Manchester City's Bernardo Silva will not face a simulation charge for the incident that led to a penalty in the win over Burnley.
  
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• Rugby player and policeman help restrain drunk woman attacking a passenger and crew on flight

  23-10-2017 18:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The TUI Manchester to Cancun flight was diverted to Canada and a 34-year-old British woman was detained by police on Sunday after pilots raised the alarm
  
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• Dawn Ward tries out the Hollywood 'Miracle Machine' used by Kim Kardashian

  23-10-2017 18:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Real Housewives of Cheshire star took a break from the drama by trying out the Cool Laser treatment
  
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• Liam Gallagher announces huge Finsbury Park gig in 2018 - how to get tickets

  23-10-2017 18:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The former Oasis singer will headline his biggest ever solo gig next summer
  
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• "So they didn’t shut Ariana Grande up, and they didn’t shut Manchester up" - actor posts video that goes viral after ISIS rout

  23-10-2017 17:33 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Michael Enright, who is fighting with Kurdish forces, decided to mark the liberation of the Syrian city by playing Ariana Grande’s ‘Bang Bang’ on his phone
  
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• “So they didn’t shut Ariana Grande up, and they didn’t shut Manchester up' - actor posts video that goes viral after ISIS rout

  23-10-2017 17:33 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Michael Enright, who is fighting with Kurdish forces, decided to mark the liberation of the Syrian city by playing Ariana Grande’s ‘Bang Bang’ on his phone
  
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• Some parents think Toys R Us need to be more careful when delivering Christmas presents...

  23-10-2017 17:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  #keepthemagic
  
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• Flight of the Conchords announce Manchester Arena gig as part of 2018 UK tour - how to get tickets

  23-10-2017 17:06 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It's business time
  
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• Gary Barlow apologises to fans over "technical issues" accessing concert tickets

  23-10-2017 16:58 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Take That heartthrob has posted a heartfelt message to his 'GB Army'
  
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• Manchester City v Wolverhampton Wanderers

  23-10-2017 16:38 via bbc.co.uk
  Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's EFL Cup game between Manchester City and Wolverhampton Wanderers.
  
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• Thief jailed for causing death of businessman James Ray has sentence cut

  23-10-2017 16:20 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Martin Patrick Ward Junior from Rochdale was convicted following the death of delivery driver James Ray who fell from his van as it was stolen
  
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• A Magical Christmas Parade is coming to the Trafford Centre - with Peppa Pig, Paw Patrol, Trolls, Minions and more

  23-10-2017 15:32 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Paw Patrol favourites Chase, Marshall and Skye and Trolls' Princess Poppy will be among the kids' characters entertaining the crowds
  
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• 'Please Georgina. Please just try. It’s mummy. Please try’ - Georgina Callander's mum shares daughter's final moments

  23-10-2017 15:29 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Lesley Callander arrived at the Manchester Arena just moments after the bomb blast which killed 22 people, including her daughter Georgina
  
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• 'I cuddled her and held her hands, then everything went black and I passed out' - Mother of Georgina Callander shares her daughter's final moments

  23-10-2017 15:29 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Lesley Callander arrived at the Manchester Arena just moments after the bomb blast which killed 22 people, including her daughter Georgina
  
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• Dukinfield care home 'bathed residents once a month'

  23-10-2017 15:28 via bbc.co.uk
  Relatives say the Greater Manchester home was "absolutely disgusting", as it is placed in special measures.
  
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• Half term holiday brings roadworks and road closures to some of Stockport's key routes

  23-10-2017 15:12 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Carriageway resurfacing and emergency flood repairs being carried out while children are off school
  
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• 'We can't keep up' - crime rising as crooks take advantage of police cuts

  23-10-2017 15:11 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Burglary victims told the M.E.N. they are turning detective to retrieve stolen valuables because they have no faith in over-stretched officers’ ability to catch burglars
  
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• Model gets live bum lift - but we can't help being distracted by the sight of Alan Sugar

  23-10-2017 15:09 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Celebrity Big Brother star Chloe Goodman stripped down to her underwear for a pampering session
  
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• Two men viciously attacked by 'cowardly' thugs who wolf-whistled at them from a car

  23-10-2017 14:45 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The two men, aged 21 and 32, ended up in hospital after being beaten up in Ashton-under-Lyne
  
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• The app that gets you half price food at Manchester restaurants - and helps the homeless

  23-10-2017 14:27 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Dealer App offers Manchester restaurant discounts in places such as Bundobust and PLY
  
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• How many cigarette breaks are you legally allowed to take at work?

  23-10-2017 14:25 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Are cigarette breaks actually allowed - and if so, how many can you take?
  
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• Rio Ferdinand shares moving photo of his girlfriend on a family holiday with his children

  23-10-2017 14:23 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The former Manchester United footballer is dating former TOWIE star Kate Wright
  
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• Rio Ferdinand shares moving photo of his girlfriend Kate Wright on a family holiday with his children

  23-10-2017 14:23 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The former Manchester United footballer is dating former TOWIE star Kate Wright
  
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• Another historic Manchester warehouse is getting a hip makeover

  23-10-2017 14:08 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Plans for The London Warehouse also include an overhaul of the ground floor to bring in top food and drink operators
  
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• CBeebies star Mr Bloom and 5 After Midnight to switch on Christmas lights at The Rock, Bury

  23-10-2017 13:43 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The children's TV presenter will join the X Factor finalists for the big switch next month
  
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• Elderly man suffers serious injuries in Heywood crash

  23-10-2017 13:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The pensioner was crossing Bury New Road, in Heywood, when he was struck by a car
  
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• 'She's lively' - Meghan Markle's sister reveals what we can expect if Prince Harry's girlfriend becomes a royal

  23-10-2017 13:14 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Meghan Markle's sister Samantha Grant appeared on Good Morning Britain today to reveal what her little sister is really like
  
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• Security alert at Piccadilly bus station after suitcase is left on the 192 - live updates

  23-10-2017 13:11 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police were called to Piccadilly bus station after a suitcase was found on the 192 bus and a man reportedly ran from the scene
  
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• Security alert at Piccadilly bus station after suitcase is left on the 192

  23-10-2017 13:11 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police were called to Piccadilly bus station after a suitcase was found on the 192 bus and a man reportedly ran from the scene
  
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• Manchester restaurant ditches plans for stingray tank after Twitter backlash

  23-10-2017 12:54 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  1761 and Lily's Bar, which is due to open soon, said it didn't want to upset anyone
  
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• Two-year-old cancer survivor becomes fundraiser for hospital that saved her life

  23-10-2017 12:50 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Brave Sorrell Turnbull's mum said it's "time to give something back and say thank you" to Royal Manchester Children's Hospital
  
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• Pensioner targeted by carjackers as he waited on roadside for help to change a flat tyre

  23-10-2017 12:29 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Two men threatened the victim with a knife, before getting into his car and driving it towards Wigan town centre
  
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• Fans outraged as Harry Styles has his 'crotch grabbed' by concertgoer

  23-10-2017 12:27 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A video from the Cheshire star's concert in Los Angeles appears to show one audience member grab at the front of the singer's trousers
  
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