Transfer News: Man Utd Near £65m Baleba Deal, Arsenal Close on Konsa
Manchester United are in talks for a £65m move for Brighton's Carlos Baleba, while Arsenal are close to signing Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa for around £40m.
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Driver fined £110 after leaving car for one minute to read sign
Zhangyu Wu was fined £110 after leaving his car unattended for one minute while reading parking payment instructions in Enfield, with the council rejecting his appeal.
Man Utd Close In on Carlos Baleba After Failed Bid
Manchester United are closing in on Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba for around £60m plus add-ons, after an initial £100m bid failed last summer.
Tesco customer calls 999 over £6 non-alcoholic G&T mistake
A furious Tesco customer called 999 after accidentally buying a non-alcoholic gin and tonic, fearing he'd be arrested over the £6 mistake.
CMA Probes Trainline, Virgin Atlantic, RED Driving School Pricing
The CMA has launched investigations into Trainline, Virgin Atlantic and RED Driving School over concerns customers were not shown total prices upfront, potentially leading to compensation.
Super Rich Build Doomsday Bunkers in Swiss Alps for Cars, Gold, Wine
The ultra-wealthy are constructing luxury doomsday bunkers in the Swiss Alps to store gold, wine, and vintage cars, with prices starting at nearly 1 million Swiss francs.
Salford Asda Express Delayed Nine Months, Used as Car Park
A new Asda Express in Cadishead, Salford, due to open in November 2025, remains empty nine months later, with locals using the car park for football and free parking.
Simister Bowlee: 1,550-home plan and Metrolink link for GM
A 1,550-home scheme at Simister Bowlee is part of the Northern Gateway, with new Metrolink, roads, and cycle links to Atom Valley and 20,000 jobs.
Conservatives vow to scrap electric lorry grants, saving £877m
Conservatives pledge to save £877m by scrapping electric vehicle grants, claiming Labour's net zero policies push up supermarket prices and hurt hauliers.
Flight attendant's suitcase tip stops noisy wheels and keeps luggage clean
A traveller shared a flight attendant's tip to use adhesive tape on suitcase wheels to keep them cleaner, quieter, and longer-lasting while travelling.
Gakpo and Jones Transfers: Liverpool Latest Updates
Liverpool's Cody Gakpo is linked to Tottenham for £70m, while Curtis Jones nears a £30m move to Inter Milan as the transfer window closes.
Stockport Council worst in north for new home delivery
Stockport Council has been labelled the worst local authority in the north of England for delivering new homes, after figures showed it built only 43% of required homes between 2022 and 2025.
Rangers transfer masterplan: 4 key positions and one more
Derek McInnes needs five more players for Rangers to challenge Celtic, with a left-sided centre-back and a midfielder among priorities if Nico Raskin and Connor Barron are sold.
5 European Center Parcs alternatives cheaper than the UK
Center Parcs UK stays are expensive, with three-bed lodges starting at £2,798 in August 2026. These five European alternatives offer similar family fun for less.
Cremo Spice & Black Vanilla: £26 autumn aftershave review
Cremo's Spice & Black Vanilla aftershave is discounted to £26.31 with code SUMMER15. A warming blend of cardamom, tobacco and black vanilla, it's a budget-friendly alternative to luxury scents.
Man United face Zirkzee transfer delay as Napoli wait for departure
Manchester United's sale of Joshua Zirkzee to Napoli has stalled as the Serie A side need to offload a player first, but Atalanta's move for Noa Lang could free up space.
M&S Shoppers Hail £22 Cotton Trousers as Flattering and Good Value
Marks and Spencer shoppers praise the Pure Cotton Belted Straight Leg Trousers at £22, calling them 'extremely flattering' and 'value for money,' though some find them unsuitable for summer.
Four Newcastle United Players Get Squad Number Upgrades
Four Newcastle United players have received squad number upgrades ahead of the new season, including Tino Livramento and William Osula, signaling increased roles under new head coach Matthias Jaissle.
Ruddock warns Liverpool fans over spending limits after Bezos deal
Former Liverpool defender Neil Ruddock has warned supporters that the club's new investors, including Jeff Bezos, cannot spend unlimited money due to Profit and Sustainability Rules.
PSG's £140m Barcola Demand Blamed on Chelsea as Liverpool Deal 'Imminent'
Former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock says the transfer market has reached 'insane' levels but understands PSG's £140m demand for Bradley Barcola, as a move to Liverpool appears 'imminent'.
Dad's dream turned Churchtown into a chocolate haven
Chocolatier Robert Swinden runs The Chocolate Shop in Churchtown, Southport, selling handmade Belgian pralines and unique flavours that draw customers from across the North West and beyond.
M&S shoppers praise 'extremely flattering' £22 trousers
Marks and Spencer customers have praised the Pure Cotton Belted Straight Leg Trousers as 'extremely flattering' and 'value for money', with the £22 cotton trousers available in sizes six to 24.
Liverpool close to £70m Gakpo sale and £30m Jones exit
Liverpool are reportedly close to selling Cody Gakpo to Tottenham for £70m and Curtis Jones to Inter Milan for £30m, with less than two weeks left in the summer transfer window.
Man City’s Charlie Gray set for Wigan Athletic loan move
Manchester City midfielder Charlie Gray is close to joining League One side Wigan Athletic on a season-long loan, with a deal expected to be completed in the coming days.
Police helicopter and plane collide in mid-air in Pennsylvania
A Pennsylvania State Police helicopter and a Cessna 150 plane collided mid-air on Wednesday evening. Two people were on the helicopter; injuries unclear.
Police Helicopter and Plane Crash Mid-Air in Pennsylvania
A Pennsylvania State Police helicopter and a small plane collided mid-air and crashed near Carlisle; authorities investigate injuries and cause.
Man United urged to sign Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly
Manchester United risk missing a transfer opportunity by not signing Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly, who is available for around £45m this summer.
State Pension Age Rise: Check Your Retirement Plans
The State Pension age is rising from 66 to 67 between April 2026 and March 2028. People born between April 1960 and March 1961 may face delays. Use the GOV.UK calculator to check your exact eligibility age.
Scottish Labour candidate Fagan criticised over school bus cuts
Joe Fagan, a Scottish Labour leadership candidate, faces backlash for cutting free school bus eligibility for over 1,200 pupils when he was South Lanarkshire council leader.
DfT Updates Learner Drivers on Graduated Driver Licence
Northern Ireland will introduce a Graduated Driver Licence on October 1, 2026, but the DfT confirms no similar restrictions are planned for England, Scotland, or Wales.
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