LIVE: Eurovision Song Contest 2023 host shortlist to be announced - as Manchester bids for glory
Manchester will find out whether it has been shortlisted to host next year's Eurovision Song Contest, this morning (August 12).
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Can Judd Trump topple absent Ronnie O'Sullivan as snooker world No. 1 at European Masters?
Judd Trump has the chance to topple Ronnie O'Sullivan at the top of the snooker world rankings only three months after losing to him in an epic Crucible final in Sheffield. O'Sullivan ended the 2021/22 season as world No. 1 after claiming £500,000 for winning a record-equalling seventh world title with an 18-14 victory over the Bristol professional.
WPBSA chairman Jason Ferguson ‘disgusted’ by Liang Wenbo’s actions as player returns after assault ban
WPBSA chairman Jason Ferguson says snooker bosses are ‘quite disgusted’ and ‘very angry’ over Liang Wenbo’s actions, as the player returns from a ban after being convicted for a domestic-related assault.
First national titles for the Shukokai Karate Academy in Maidstone
A Maidstone karate club have won their first national titles.
Delicious Orie savours taste of victory after claiming gold medal in Birmingham
Delicious Orie turned his focus to emulating Anthony Joshua after surviving a rough-and-ready Commonwealth Games final against Sagar Ahlawat to become England’s latest super-heavyweight boxing gold medallist.
Minster's Ross Wilson wins bronze at Commonwealth Games in Birmingham for Team England
Ross Wilson beamed with pride after claiming bronze in the para table tennis men’s singles classes 8-10, despite admitting he had not been at his best during the Commonwealth Games.
From bedsheets over the entrance way to an 18th anniversary double header - the incredible story of Manchester-based wrestling company FutureShock
It was 18 years ago, in front of around 50 spectators, with a bed sheet over the entrance way at Stockport Masonic Guildhall that FutureShock Wrestling made its debut. Those in attendance that night were treated to a stellar main event between British legend Doug Williams and Claudio Castagnoli, who would go on to perform in the WWE as Cesaro.
Rudy’s confirms it’s opening in Didsbury and it’s giving away thousands of free pizzas
Rudy’s has confirmed it’s opening its new branch in Didsbury, and will be giving away ‘thousands’ of free pizzas to celebrate. You can sign up on the Rudy’s website for updates on the opening, and get the chance to ‘try our Neapolitan pizza on the house’.