Giant Inflatable Waterpark Coming to Rivington This Summer
The North West Aqua Park, believed to be the region's biggest inflatable waterpark, opens August 3 at Lower Rivington Reservoir. Tickets £20 per hour.
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Cancelled BBC Crime Drama The Coroner Has Fans Hooked
The Coroner, a BBC crime drama set in Devon starring Midsomer Murders actor Matt Bardock, was cancelled after two series in 2017. Fans rediscovering it on streaming platforms are calling for a third season.
460-Home Greenbelt Development Near Salford Raises Traffic Fears
Peel Land's 460-home greenbelt scheme in Warrington may impact Salford residents, with locals citing traffic struggles and oversubscribed services.
Sainsbury's £14 CeraVe Eye Cream Reduces Dark Circles and Lines
CeraVe Eye Repair Cream, £14.50 at Sainsbury's, boasts a 4.6-star rating and is praised as a gentle, effective alternative to luxury creams for dark circles and fine lines.
Joe Browns Floral Tea Dress Slashed to £20 from £50
The Francesca Floral Tea Dress by Joe Browns is reduced to £20 from £50 in the summer sale. Shoppers praise its 'light and airy' fabric and easy-to-wear design, with a 4.8-star rating.
Celtic's Liam Scales Warns Team Must Improve for Title Defence
Liam Scales admits Celtic must raise their game to secure a sixth consecutive Premiership title, citing last season's struggles and the need for improvement.
Stockport Pub Named Best for Families Finalist After £400k Refurb
The Puss in Boots in Offerton, Stockport, has been named a finalist in the Best Pub for Families category at the Great British Pub Awards 2026 after a £400k refurbishment.
IKEA Shopper Demands Adult-Only Hours After Incident
An IKEA customer has called for adult-only shopping hours after a child damaged a table with a trolley and a pendant light struck their head, sparking debate online.
Best New Online Casinos UK 2026: Top 10 Sites Ranked
The Standard's experts rank the top 10 new UK online casinos in 2026, including Midnite, Rialto, and Betcrown. All sites are UKGC-licensed and launched in 2022 or later.
Duchess of Kent's Will Published: £1.4m Estate Details
The Duchess of Kent's will reveals she left over £1.4 million, with the bulk to her children, £10,000 to charity, and £5,000 each to nine godchildren.
Guehi Slams FIFA Over 'Rubbish' World Cup Ticket Pricing
England and Manchester City defender Marc Guehi publicly criticized FIFA for high ticket prices at the World Cup, calling the pricing 'rubbish' after only 64,478 fans attended the bronze medal match in a 71,000-capacity stadium.
Celebrity-Favourite Socks Now 20% Off with Code
The London Sock Company, loved by stars like Pierce Brosnan and Russell Crowe, offers 20% off with code SUMMER20 until July 31. Trustpilot rates 86% five-star.
FTSE 100 Falls as Burnham Begins Cabinet Reshuffle
The FTSE 100 dropped 75.61 points as new PM Andy Burnham started his Cabinet reshuffle, with gilt yields rising to 5.04%. David Lammy, Rachel Reeves, and Steve Reed were among ministers departing.
Tesco Adds Pot Noodle to Meal Deal, Sparks Debate
Tesco has added Pot Noodles to its meal deal as a snack option, sparking mixed reactions. Customers can grab a sandwich, Pot Noodle, and drink for £4.25 (£3.85 with Clubcard), but the offer runs until October 12, 2026.
B&M's £2.50 Coffee Towels and Mugs for Café Kitchens
B&M sells Coffee Club Printed Tea Towel 2 Pack for £2.50, featuring playful slogans. Also available: Coffee Slogan Handleless Mugs 2 Pack and 3D Pancake Mug for café-inspired décor.
Free Outdoor Cinema Returns to Newcastle with 100+ Films
NE1's Screen on the Green returns to Newcastle's Old Eldon Square with over 100 free films, including Scooby-Doo, Mamma Mia!, and a Muppets Marathon, running until August 31.
Robbie Williams Headlines Lytham Festival 2027
Robbie Williams is the first artist announced for Lytham Festival 2027, playing on July 3. Tickets go on sale July 24. It's his only mainland UK headlining show next summer.
M&S fans get £4 'no crease' trousers with money-saving deal
M&S Jersey Wide Leg Trousers with Stretch, priced at £20, can be bought for £4 using TopCashback's £15 new customer bonus. Available in five colours and lengths, sizes 6-24.
Hidden Room Found Above Garage Boosts Property Value
A home inspector in Oregon discovered a hidden room above a garage, adding usable square footage to a property. The room, untouched for decades, delighted buyers and could increase the home's value.
Carrick Demands Another Midfielder for Man Utd
Michael Carrick wants a third midfielder at Manchester United after signing Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos for £85m combined, despite pulling out of a deal for Ederson.
Mexican Drug Lord 'El Mayo' Gets Life in US Prison
Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada, 76, co-founder of the Sinaloa Cartel, was sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to trafficking cocaine, fentanyl, and methamphetamine into the US.
Claim Free Horse Racing Tickets with Racing TV This August
Gold Star subscribers can claim a free pair of horse racing tickets worth up to £46 to participating meetings in August, including Sandown, Kempton Park, Thirsk, Carlisle, and Stratford-on-Avon.
Dyson Hushjet Mini Cool Review: Portable Fan Worth £99?
Tech expert Alastair Jennings tested Dyson's hushjet mini cool portable fan during the UK heatwave. He says its power puts it 'in another league' to competitors, despite a £99 price tag and loud noise at full speed.
Best Online Casinos UK 2026: Expert-Tested and Ranked Sites
The Standard team has tested UKGC-licensed online casinos, ranking Bet365 as the top choice for 2026 based on game library, promotions, and payout speed.
Ithaca: The Greek Island at Centre of The Odyssey and Nolan Film
Ithaca, the small Greek island and birthplace of Odysseus, is gaining renewed attention due to Christopher Nolan's epic film adaptation of Homer's The Odyssey.
GAME administrators blame digital games and Brexit for £15.8m debt
GAME owed £15.8m when placed into administration. Administrators cite shift to digital downloads, Brexit uncertainty, and increased competition as causes of decline.
Aldi Launches £13 LED Beauty Gadgets for Hair and Skin
Aldi releases new LED hairbrush and face sculptor for £12.99 each, plus returning LED wand and face mask, in stores nationwide from July 26.
Free Horse Racing Tickets: Claim a Pair Worth £46 This August
Mirror+ subscribers can claim a free pair of horse racing tickets (worth up to £46) to selected UK racecourses this August, courtesy of Racing TV. 1,000 pairs per event available, first-come first-served.
Grosvenor Casino Swansea to Close After 107% Profit Decline
Grosvenor Casino in Swansea is set to close, putting staff at risk of redundancy. The operator cited a 107% decline in profitability over ten years and an operating loss of £73,000.
Amazon Slashes Skechers Sandals 49% Off for Summer
Amazon has reduced Skechers Women's Arch Fit Darling Days sandals by 49% to £36.98, offering podiatrist-certified arch support and a breathable, slip-on design.
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