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• Asda, Tesco and Sainsbury's pull all disposable BBQs from shelves amid warning

  05-08-2026 18:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It comes as the NFCC issued voluntary guidance on suspending the sale of single-use grills
  
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• The 'overwhelming evidence' that put £62,000 Pokémon card brothers behind bars

  15-08-2026 12:06 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Shane and Keith Johnson have now been put behind bars
  
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• The One Show’s 20th anniversary special interrupted by emergency Government alert

  15-08-2026 11:44 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Millions of people across the nation were given a shock by the alert on Friday night
  
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• Dad's secret identity unmasked after going to barbecue as his past finally catches up with him

  15-08-2026 11:41 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Bradley Thompson is now behind bars
  
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• Manchester Airport flight forced to make emergency landing 3,500 miles away

  15-08-2026 11:34 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Beijing to Manchester flight was forced to land in Siberia, in Russia
  
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• Homes shut down and criminals targeted as police wage year-long war on Bolton's troubled estate

  15-08-2026 11:19 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  A huge operation was launched in the Rumworth area of Bolton last year
  
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• Gardeners urged to plant spring bulbs in September - get 100 for 5p each at B&Q

  15-08-2026 11:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "Excellent quality bulbs. Wasn't expecting the quality with being so cheap."
  
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• Mum-of-five, 39, dies from heart attack after 80-minute wait for ambulance as husband desperately tried to save her

  15-08-2026 10:50 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Michelle's husband Ben performed CPR for nearly an hour as their children watched on before an ambulance arrived too late
  
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• Four of Manchester's best places for afternoon tea

  15-08-2026 10:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Our pick of the best afternoon teas in Manchester, whether you're looking for something quirky, traditional or high glam
  
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• Dad, 40, dies throwing himself from back of moving van during row with partner

  15-08-2026 10:17 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  David Rhodes fell from the back of the Peugeot Bipper van
  
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• Wigan TikToker launches astonishing foul-mouthed rant after visiting Welsh campsite

  15-08-2026 10:03 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Wigan TikToker was left furious after the campsite owner told visitors to put out fires
  
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• 'Top class' island-hopping cruise from Manchester Airport people flock to book

  15-08-2026 10:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It spans Egypt, Turkey, Greece, Malta, Italy, Spain, Gibraltar, Morocco, the Canary Islands and Portugal, ticking off several bucket list-worthy trips at once
  
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• When rain will hit Greater Manchester this weekend as heatwave finally ends

  15-08-2026 09:56 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Many are hoping for rain this weekend following the UK's fifth heatwave of the year
  
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• Devastation as dad, 30, dies 24 hours after his birthday in third family tragedy

  15-08-2026 09:39 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Jake Evans, 30, a father of two from Wales, died in hospital the day after his birthday
  
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• Police issue urgent appeal as concern grows over missing man from Wigan

  15-08-2026 09:33 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Albert was last seen in the Scholes area
  
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• Metrolink line fully shut as more major works take place this weekend

  15-08-2026 09:19 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  More engineering works are being carried out on the Rochdale line as part of a huge £150 million Metrolink upgrade
  
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• Blackrod's famous peacock who spent years roaming around village inspires cafe name

  15-08-2026 09:16 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Pedro the peacock was famous for his potterings around Blackrod and even has his own memorial in the village cemetery
  
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• BBC's Pride and Prejudice original cast now 31 years after period drama first aired

  15-08-2026 09:01 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Pride and Prejudice remains a firm favourite among period drama fans, and here's everything you need to know about the BBC's 1995 cast
  
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• Bolton vs Preston police orders issued with major operation in place with warning to fans

  15-08-2026 08:59 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Police patrols have been stepped up to keep fans safe as Bolton Wanderers return to the Championship
  
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• POLL: Should Andy Burnham's government have sent an alert to UK phones about wildfires?

  15-08-2026 08:53 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Andy Burnham urged people to abide by the alert
  
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• Drinks terrace approved for venue despite fears it could ‘become a sports bar’

  15-08-2026 08:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  TeeClub owners have assured residents there will be strict management of the outdoor area.
  
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• At least 20 killed as 7.7 magnitude quake hits popular holiday spot

  15-08-2026 08:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  People have fled their homes
  
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• Why the drought could create food shortages - and the impact it may have on your weekly shop

  15-08-2026 08:11 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Farmers have warned of a 'completely brutal' harvest this year
  
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• Netflix war film hailed 'one of the best' streaming now

  15-08-2026 08:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The war drama starring Idris Elba that was released on Netflix in 2015 and is still available to stream now - and fans are calling it a must-watch for lovers of the genre
  
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• Kate Middleton reportedly loves this ingredient from bees for 'natural Botox'

  15-08-2026 08:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It is said to increase blood flow to the skin, helping boost the production of collagen and elastin - which helps keep skin firm, bouncy and youthful. It also has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties
  
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• Lidl no longer cheapest for essential groceries as two supermarkets make 7% price cut

  15-08-2026 07:54 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Lidl has been the cheapest almost every week since the beginning of December
  
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• He was a trusted criminal for hire, until it came crashing down at M6 services

  15-08-2026 07:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Andrew Moore was described as a 'courier for hire' for crime gangs
  
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• Andy Burnham reveals who asked for emergency alert to be sent to every UK phone

  15-08-2026 07:38 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Prime Minister has urged people not to light fires in 'tinderbox' Britain
  
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• 'The bus was evacuated, everyone was chucked off with their bags on an A-road and the driver did one'

  15-08-2026 07:31 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  National Express has 'sincerely apologised' for the disruption and says its driver walked away to get a signal
  
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• Woman found dead hours after North West Ambulance Service declined welfare call

  15-08-2026 07:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  NWAS has defended its decision
  
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