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23rd November 2023 | By Matchday Live

‘Ref-mic’ first for Matchday Live as women’s rugby coverage moves up another notch

MMU 53 Sheffield 5 By Felicity Hitch at Platt Lane Viewers watching MMU’s Matchday Live coverage of this week’s women’s rugby Cup clash with Sheffield...

23rd November 2023 | By Vaibhav Zutshi

ICC Introduces New Rules: Transgender Participation and Time Management

The International Cricket Council (ICC) made significant announcements recently, bringing about changes in the rules governing the sport which revolves around the transgender participation in...

Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt outside number 11.

22nd November 2023 | By Andrew Dickinson

The Autumn Statement

Jeremy Hunt delivers the autumn statement today. It’s the Chancellor’s opportunity to make tax and spending announcements outside of the Budget. 

26th October 2023 | By Raphael Boyd

‘He was a legend’ – Manchester United fans remember Sir Bobby Charlton

Manchester United fans came together to honour the life of Sir Bobby Charlton at the first home game since his passing. The legendary player, who...

26th October 2023 | By Matchday Live

MMU Women dig deep to grab late York win

MMU Women 22 York 19 By Charlie Ball at Platt Lane A gritty and determined second half comeback by Man Met Women was enough to...

Promotional poster for Flashback Festival at Platt Fields Park.

22nd May 2023 | By Zara Gallimore

Festivals and the environment: are we doing enough?

How can event organisers be more environmentally friendly to protect our fields after festivals.

MMURU 1's team huddle.

23rd February 2023 | By Joseph Barnes-Taylor

2-0 To Team Blorange.

Second victory for MMU over Sheffield in 54-31 Onslaught. An extremely convincing win for MMU against University of Sheffield at Platt Lane today, with a...

Man found with £10k

14th February 2023 | By Thomas Mansbridge

Man arrested by police in Cheetham Hill on suspicion of money laundering after being found carrying £10k

A 51-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of money laundering after a police search found the man carrying £10,000. Officers were on a routine...

3rd February 2023 | By Callum Scott

Labour voters cautious ahead of disastrous Sunak polls

As the leadership of Rishi Sunak reaches past the 100-day mark, polls are emerging day after day that would suggest Labour are in its strongest...

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31st January 2023 | By Thomas Mansbridge

Oldham councillor urges Ofgem to reform the use of prepayment meters as thousands face cold and dark this winter

An Oldham councillor has sent an open letter to Ofgem urging it to remove prepayment meters for thousands of households. Also known as pay-as-you-go meters,...

23rd January 2023 | By Callum Pickup

A New Project aims to Protect Polish Minorities from Domestic Abuse

A new project has been established in Manchester to offer specialist support for Polish victims and survivors of domestic abuse.  Vesta-Specialist Family Support CIC (previously...

23rd January 2023 | By Callum Pickup

A ninth local nature reserve declared in the name of biodiversity

The city council has approved the decision to make Kenworthy Woods (the 36 hectares former tip located in Northenden) the city’s ninth Local Nature Reserve...

4th December 2022 | By Vince Hunt

Four-goal Olie Baker puts Blue and Orange through to third round in Sunday Futsal cup win

MMU 11 University of Sheffield 2 (Half time: 3-1) Second round of the Men’s Northern Conference Cup. Livestream here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCspBopNs9Q Referee Les Page. Olie Baker...

23rd November 2022 | By Vince Hunt

World Cup legends are made: Saudi Arabia 2-1 Argentina

By Jack Merry, Louise Graham, Sophie Wickes 51st ranked Saudi Arabia beat tournament favourites Argentina yesterday. The result shocked the world with all the pre-game...

Altrincham v Wealdstone in Vanarma National league

2nd November 2022 | By Joseph Ward

Wealdstone end run of defeats against a frustrated Altrincham side

Altrincham 0, Wealdstone 1 Olufela Olomola, 47’ Wealdstone picked up a much-needed victory on Tuesday night, ending a run of five straight league defeats, away...

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26th October 2022 | By Thomas Mansbridge

Guinness World Record attempt for largest gathering of people dressed as ghosts

Platt Fields Park in Fallowfield is hosting a Guinness World Record attempt for the largest gathering of people dressed as ghosts this weekend. It takes...

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12th September 2022 | By nq_admin

Gen(ital)der reveal parties are now the latest for prospective parents

The term gender reveal is a misnomer. The 12-week scan, completed as a prerequisite to the celebration, in fact infers the foetal sex- of a baby,...

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12th September 2022 | By Callum Scott

Hundreds gather in Manchester to hear proclamation of King Charles III

As King Charles III is proclaimed to the people of Greater Manchester, flowers are laid in memory of the late Queen Elizabeth II. NQ was on hand on...

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7th September 2022 | By Benjamin Golaub

Manchester City kick off Champions League campaign with 4-0 victory over Sevilla

City started the game slowly compared to how they usually play with in the 15th minute only having 53% possession. However, despite this, Haaland opened...

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31st August 2022 | By Megan Bennett

Gender fluidity within clothing: has fashion always been gender binary?

In contemporary Western society, gender binaries are deeply ingrained in our understandings of cultural norms as demonstrated through gendered clothing: skirts as feminine, suits as...