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• Strictly Come Dancing exit 'confirmed' early as fans make same observation

  17-10-2026 20:15 via MEN - News
  
  Viewers of the BBC series are worried for one couple
  
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• Men bump fists as they're found guilty over 'wrong place, wrong time' shooting

  29-10-2026 18:35 via MEN - News
  
  John Jones and John Hughes were said to have been executing a "plan to intimidate" Jordan Thompson when they blasted an innocent man with a shotgun
  
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• eBay, Vinted and Etsy sellers to get major £2,000 boost hidden in Andy Burnham Budget

  29-10-2026 18:32 via MEN - News
  
  The change was announced in John Healey's Autumn Budget on Wednesday (October 28)
  
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• Tragic death of Oldham man who may have been exploited by his family

  29-10-2026 18:31 via MEN - News
  
  A review was carried out after he died at Royal Oldham Hospital following an overdose in May 2023.
  
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• Two arrested after burglary leaves woman, 90, traumatised

  29-10-2026 18:24 via MEN - News
  
  A man and woman have been arrested
  
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• Beloved crime series with star-studded cast returns tonight for fifth series

  29-10-2026 18:23 via MEN - News
  
  The fifth season of The Madame Blanc Mysteries airs on Channel 5 with Sally Lindsay and Steve Edge returning as Jean White and Dom Hayes embark on a new chapter full of captivating mysteries
  
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• Body found in burnt-out car at beauty spot as road is blocked off

  29-10-2026 18:21 via MEN - News
  
  Investigations are underway to identify the body and piece together what happened
  
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• Woman, 36, dies after being hit by car being chased by police

  29-10-2026 18:13 via MEN - News
  
  West Yorkshire Police have released details following the tragic events
  
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• The decision on the hugely controversial Carrington Relief Road will soon be known

  29-10-2026 18:05 via MEN - News
  
  The controversial Carrington Relief Road has been touted by political leaders as the solution to traffic woes in the area around Partington and Carrington but many remain sceptical
  
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• Doctors discover 'rugby-ball-sized' tumour after grandad visits GP with one symptom

  29-10-2026 18:04 via MEN - News
  
  "They said it was the size of a rugby ball and had been growing for around 12 years. When I heard the word cancer it really hit me hard".
  
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• The historic Tameside park with a boating lake, miniature train and cafe

  29-10-2026 17:53 via MEN - What's On
  
  Located on the border between Ashton and Stalybridge, the beautiful park was created hundreds of years ago, and remains a popular spot with families
  
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• Tameside council agrees to sell off land in Droylsden to unlock major 192-home scheme

  29-10-2026 17:51 via MEN - News
  
  The scheme is part of a wider regeneration planned for the Tameside town
  
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• 'Brilliant' £13 ghost hunting gadget for family fun arrives in time for Halloween

  29-10-2026 17:46 via MEN - What's On
  
  "used recently and produced some interesting (and hard to explain) results when exploring an old disused fort"
  
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• DWP rule change in Budget 2026 set to impact 48,000 people claiming £86 a week benefit

  29-10-2026 17:43 via MEN - News
  
  The government has taken action to address the 'cliff edge' that has resulted in thousands being overpaid
  
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• Romesh Ranganathan's wife left 'incredibly upset' by vile racist message

  29-10-2026 17:41 via MEN - News
  
  The Celebrity Traitors star opened up about the disturbing message
  
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• Russell Brand's rape trial halted as judge intervenes after wife Laura takes to stand to give evidence

  29-10-2026 17:36 via MEN - News
  
  Russell Brand's wife Laura was ushered out of Southwark Crown Court on Thursday morning
  
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• CCTV footage shows shocking moment man points fake gun at shop worker in robbery

  29-10-2026 17:30 via MEN - News
  
  Lee Willson was jailed for five years and two months
  
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• How detectives solved the horrific murder of Stuart Everett in new true crime series

  29-10-2026 17:25 via MEN - News
  
  The Jigsaw Puzzle Murder will premiere on Paramount+ on November 12
  
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• Andy Burnham defends £100 energy payment after critics blast 'terribly targeted' Budget

  29-10-2026 17:03 via MEN - News
  
  Chancellor John Healey announced the £100 one-off payment in the Autumn Budget this week
  
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• Police explain strict 7-hour rule on when fireworks can be set off over Bonfire Night 2026

  29-10-2026 16:44 via MEN - News
  
  Check the UK firework rules to avoid being hit with a hefty fine
  
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• Dunelm's 'like a cloud' rug reduced by £46 is so soft 'it feels like a giant bath mat'

  29-10-2026 16:17 via MEN - News
  
  "Like a huge bath mat, the backing is brilliant. The colour brilliant. How can I be so excited about rugs."
  
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• Rent at new homes in Rochdale town centre will be affordable, developers say

  29-10-2026 15:55 via MEN - News
  
  The land has been sitting empty for more than a decade. Now there are plans to bring it back into use as housing
  
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• Boots launches huge one day pre-Black Friday sale with 4 for 2 on Christmas gift sets

  29-10-2026 15:53 via MEN - News
  
  Shoppers don't have long as the deal ends at the end of today
  
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• P.Louise to open Trafford Palazzo restaurant with pink pony party booths and the 'best' Sunday dinner

  29-10-2026 15:34 via MEN - What's On
  
  'I can’t believe I'm actually opening restaurant number two'
  
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• Tributes paid to 'truly special' woman, 19, after two teens killed in horror crash

  29-10-2026 15:16 via MEN - News
  
  Amelia Miller was one of two teenagers killed in the crash earlier this month
  
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• Six Greater Manchester areas given a share of £16m to revive derelict buildings

  29-10-2026 15:06 via MEN - News
  
  The government has dished out funding to dozens of local authorities across the country to help bring significant buildings back into use
  
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• Andy Burnham government introduces strict new UK vaping law today amid £200 fine warning

  29-10-2026 14:59 via MEN - News
  
  Chief Medical Officer Professor Chris Whitty called the practice 'completely unacceptable'
  
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• Andy Burnham government tells all UK households to write five things down and store somewhere 'easy to find'

  29-10-2026 14:56 via MEN - News
  
  It comes as part of the Government's new emergency plan
  
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• Hampshire great-grandad learns to read at 86 as he reveals heartwarming reason why

  29-10-2026 14:43 via MEN - What's On
  
  Alan Hannay had struggled with dyslexia all his life
  
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• Poundland files for administration putting 12,000 jobs at risk

  29-10-2026 14:36 via MEN - News
  
  A notice to appoint administrators has been filed by the retailer, according to court documents
  
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