Sophie Donovan, Manchester-born and classically elegant, once turned down a commission to chase a long-form piece on Salford’s textile heritage, filing instead from the mill where her grandmother worked. Advocates patient, context-rich features and brings a taste for quiet narrative detail and theatre aficionadoship.
The Greater Manchester mayoral by-election has entered a second round, with Labour’s Bev Craig and Reform UK’s Sian Astley as the remaining candidates.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is set to empower English mayors with a share of income tax revenue and business rates, marking a significant shift in power from Westminster to local leaders.
As the UK faces one of its driest summers in decades, water companies are implementing hosepipe bans. Find out who is exempt and how to manage water use effectively.
The World Cup 2026 sparked a remarkable £150m sales boost for UK pubs, with late-night matches and England’s semi-final run drawing crowds and extending trading hours.
A trackside fire in South London and planned station upgrades are causing significant disruptions to train services, affecting commuters across the region.
Noah Lyles showcased his dominance in the 100m sprint at the US athletics championships, equaling his personal best and setting a world-leading time of 9.79 seconds.
The Rapture, a new psychological thriller series, follows forensic psychologist Gabs Fox as she investigates a teenager accused of murder with alleged psychic abilities.
New research reveals that a 75p bitter hops extract supplement could help users lose six-and-a-half times more fat than placebo pills, potentially offering an alternative to weight-loss jabs.
Manchester United delivered a stunning 5-0 victory over Rosenborg in their pre-season opener, showcasing the brilliance of their young talents under Michael Carrick’s leadership.
Plans for a significant expansion of the McArthur Glen Bridgend Designer Outlet have been submitted, promising new retail spaces and enhanced facilities.