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• How many of Parklife’s biggest Sunday artists do you know

  Parklife Festival brings together some of the biggest names in dance, pop and electronic music each year.

• Parklife Festival Sunday set times released as crowds return to Heaton Park

  Thousands of music fans are expected at Heaton Park today for the second day of Parklife Festival.

• St Joseph’s RC Primary School in Heywood opens new library after community fundraising effort

  Pupils at St Joseph’s RC Primary School in Heywood have celebrated the opening of a new library after staff, families and supporters helped raise thousands of pounds to create the space.

• In Photos as Parklife opens with packed crowds, surprise appearances and sunshine at Heaton Park

  Thousands of music fans gathered at Heaton Park as Parklife 2026 returned for its opening day in warm weather, bringing major performances, new festival features and a surprise appearance from rapper Aitch.

• Geraldine Coggins announced as Green Party candidate for Mayor

  The Green Party has announced that Geraldine Coggins will be on the ballot paper on the 30th July as their candidate for Greater Manchester Mayor

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Local News

• Art exhibition gives voice to Rochdale women's experiences of reproductive healthcare

  A free exhibition showcasing the lived experiences of more than 100 women, including participants from Rochdale, will open in Tameside next month.

• Council report highlights regeneration progress and improved outcomes across Rochdale borough

  Rochdale Borough Council has published its annual report for 2025/26, highlighting progress on major regeneration projects, environmental improvements and key health and community outcomes.

• Mayor Faisal Rana shares the personal reasons behind his five chosen charities

  It has been a few weeks since I had the great honour of becoming Mayor of Rochdale. It is a huge privilege to serve the community, along with my wife, Mayoress of Rochdale Iram Faisal.

• Grimshaw Lane closed after sinkhole discovered in Middleton

  A section of Grimshaw Lane in Middleton has been closed after a sinkhole appeared in the carriageway and further excavation work raised safety concerns.

• Bev Craig announced as Labour’s candidate for upcoming mayoral election

  The Labour Party have confirmed that Bev Craig will run as their candidate in the upcoming Greater Manchester mayoral by-election.

• Volunteers help transform Rochdale town centre with new floral displays

  Volunteers have joined forces to brighten Rochdale town centre through a new partnership between Rochdale in Bloom and Rochdale Riverside.

• Rochdale Masters complete first international rugby league tour in Perpignan

  Rochdale Masters has marked a major milestone after completing its first international tour with a visit to Perpignan in southern France.

• Mohammad Kabil Saddique ordered to repay £22,336 after fraudulent Covid grant claims

  A Rochdale man who fraudulently claimed more than £22,000 in Covid business support grants has received a suspended prison sentence and been ordered to repay the money.

• Radcliffe food hub marks first year supporting local families with affordable groceries

  A community food hub in Radcliffe is celebrating its first anniversary after helping local residents access affordable food while reducing waste.

• Bury sets out plan for up to five new extra care housing schemes by 2035

  Bury Council has unveiled a new 10 year strategy aimed at helping older residents live independently for longer through the development of extra care housing across the borough.

• More than 220 young musicians perform at Rochdale Music Service Summer Sizzler

  More than 220 young musicians took to the stage at Middleton Arena as part of Rochdale Music Service’s annual Summer Sizzler event.

• From Greater Manchester to Downing Street? Burnham's next move divides voters

  It was an odd twist of fate that Andy Burnham said his goodbyes to staff at his former office in Manchester this morning at the same time as Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation live to the nation.

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Local Sports

• Rochdale Masters complete first international rugby league tour in Perpignan

  Rochdale Masters has marked a major milestone after completing its first international tour with a visit to Perpignan in southern France.

• More than 100 students take part in annual SEND Rugby Festival at Hopwood Hall

  More than 100 students from across Greater Manchester attended the annual SEND Rugby Festival at Hopwood Hall College and University Centre.

• Rochdale AFC and council unveil plans for Bowlee football and community wellbeing hub

  Rochdale AFC and Rochdale Borough Council have revealed proposals for a new Football and Community Wellbeing Hub at Bowlee Playing Fields in Middleton.

• Rochdale Hornets suffer heavy defeat as Widnes reach 1895 Cup final

  Rochdale Hornets saw their 1895 Cup campaign come to an end after a 52-0 defeat against Widnes Vikings, who booked their place in the final with a dominant performance.

• Rochdale Masters launches women’s section as club continues to grow

  Rochdale Masters Rugby League has announced the creation of a Women’s Masters Section as the club continues to expand and encourage greater participation in the sport.

• Jimmy McNulty leaves Rochdale to join Stockport County

  Rochdale have confirmed Head Coach Jimmy McNulty has left the club to join League One side Stockport County.

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Lifestyle

• Something Rotten! is a hilarious love letter to musical theatre at Manchester Opera House

  If you've ever watched one of Neil Patrick Harris's unforgettable opening performances at The Tony Awards, you'll already have a sense of what Something Rotten! has in store.

• Art exhibition gives voice to Rochdale women's experiences of reproductive healthcare

  A free exhibition showcasing the lived experiences of more than 100 women, including participants from Rochdale, will open in Tameside next month.

• Bury sets out plan for up to five new extra care housing schemes by 2035

  Bury Council has unveiled a new 10 year strategy aimed at helping older residents live independently for longer through the development of extra care housing across the borough.

• Parklife’s new Panorama Stage is winning over festival goers at Heaton Park

  A new stage experience has made its debut at Parklife Festival this weekend, giving music fans a completely different way to enjoy some of the event’s biggest electronic acts.

• How many of Parklife’s biggest Sunday artists do you know

  Parklife Festival brings together some of the biggest names in dance, pop and electronic music each year.

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Greater Manchester

• Something Rotten! is a hilarious love letter to musical theatre at Manchester Opera House

  If you've ever watched one of Neil Patrick Harris's unforgettable opening performances at The Tony Awards, you'll already have a sense of what Something Rotten! has in store.

• Parklife’s new Panorama Stage is winning over festival goers at Heaton Park

  A new stage experience has made its debut at Parklife Festival this weekend, giving music fans a completely different way to enjoy some of the event’s biggest electronic acts.

• How many of Parklife’s biggest Sunday artists do you know

  Parklife Festival brings together some of the biggest names in dance, pop and electronic music each year.

• Parklife Festival Sunday set times released as crowds return to Heaton Park

  Thousands of music fans are expected at Heaton Park today for the second day of Parklife Festival.

• In Photos as Parklife opens with packed crowds, surprise appearances and sunshine at Heaton Park

  Thousands of music fans gathered at Heaton Park as Parklife 2026 returned for its opening day in warm weather, bringing major performances, new festival features and a surprise appearance from rapper Aitch.

• Sammy Virji keeps Parklife moving as thousands pack The Valley stage

  Sammy Virji is drawing huge crowds at Parklife as festival goers gather at The Valley stage for one of the most anticipated sets of the weekend. The DJ and producer is delivering a high energy performance to thousands of fans at Heaton Park.

• Skepta draws huge crowd with standout Parklife performance

  Skepta attracts one of the largest audiences of the day at Parklife as fans packed The Valley stage to watch the grime star perform at Heaton Park. The appearance marks another major Manchester show for the artist following a high profile visit to the city earlier this year.

• Coachella inspired fashion takes centre stage at Parklife

  Coachella inspired fashion swept through Parklife as cowboy boots, neutral tones and boho chic outfits became the defining look of the weekend.

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Local Entertainment

• Something Rotten! is a hilarious love letter to musical theatre at Manchester Opera House

  If you've ever watched one of Neil Patrick Harris's unforgettable opening performances at The Tony Awards, you'll already have a sense of what Something Rotten! has in store.

• More than 220 young musicians perform at Rochdale Music Service Summer Sizzler

  More than 220 young musicians took to the stage at Middleton Arena as part of Rochdale Music Service’s annual Summer Sizzler event.

• Parklife’s new Panorama Stage is winning over festival goers at Heaton Park

  A new stage experience has made its debut at Parklife Festival this weekend, giving music fans a completely different way to enjoy some of the event’s biggest electronic acts.

• How many of Parklife’s biggest Sunday artists do you know

  Parklife Festival brings together some of the biggest names in dance, pop and electronic music each year.

• Parklife Festival Sunday set times released as crowds return to Heaton Park

  Thousands of music fans are expected at Heaton Park today for the second day of Parklife Festival.

• In Photos as Parklife opens with packed crowds, surprise appearances and sunshine at Heaton Park

  Thousands of music fans gathered at Heaton Park as Parklife 2026 returned for its opening day in warm weather, bringing major performances, new festival features and a surprise appearance from rapper Aitch.

• Sammy Virji keeps Parklife moving as thousands pack The Valley stage

  Sammy Virji is drawing huge crowds at Parklife as festival goers gather at The Valley stage for one of the most anticipated sets of the weekend. The DJ and producer is delivering a high energy performance to thousands of fans at Heaton Park.

• Skepta draws huge crowd with standout Parklife performance

  Skepta attracts one of the largest audiences of the day at Parklife as fans packed The Valley stage to watch the grime star perform at Heaton Park. The appearance marks another major Manchester show for the artist following a high profile visit to the city earlier this year.

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Elections

• Bev Craig announced as Labour’s candidate for upcoming mayoral election

  The Labour Party have confirmed that Bev Craig will run as their candidate in the upcoming Greater Manchester mayoral by-election.

• Andy Burnham enters Labour leadership contest following Keir Starmer resignation

  Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has confirmed he will put himself forward as part of the process to choose Labour's next leader following Keir Starmer's decision to step down.

• Geraldine Coggins announced as Green Party candidate for Mayor

  The Green Party has announced that Geraldine Coggins will be on the ballot paper on the 30th July as their candidate for Greater Manchester Mayor

• One Election Campaign ends, another begins...

  Following Andy Burnham's win in Makerfield, attention has now turned to the Greater Manchester Mayoral election, and all the main parties are announcing their candidates.

• Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election

  The Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, will soon head to Westminster after winning Makerfield by-election overnight.

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UK

• £370m to refurbish Buckingham Palace - but King won't live there

  The Royal Family have released new documents disclosing details of their financial affairs, including the £370m price tag of the renovation of Buckingham Palace.

• British TikToker Brooke George could face death penalty after Dubai murder charge

  A British TikToker has been charged with premeditated murder in Dubai and could face the death penalty if convicted.

• Minister warns it could take 300 years to bring courts backlog under control

  The backlog of criminal court cases could take “nearly 300 years” to bring back to levels seen before the COVID pandemic without reforms to cut jury trials, a justice minister has said.

• Australia's highest-paid TV presenter faces backlash over Tommy Robinson interview

  Australia's highest-paid TV presenter is reportedly set to lose his job after hosting British far-right activist Tommy Robinson on his podcast.

• Teenage boy found not guilty of killing nine-year-old Aria Thorpe

  A teenager has been found not guilty of the murder and manslaughter of nine-year-old Aria Thorpe.

• Hospital probe into why 40 people accessed file of boy attacked by crocodile

  Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) is looking into why around 40 people accessed the medical files of a three-year-old boy taken to hospital after a crocodile attack at a Cambridgeshire zoo.

• Ed Miliband should be Andy Burnham's chancellor, says Harriet Harman

  Ed Miliband should become Andy Burnham’s chancellor, Harriet Harman has said.

• Eight bodies found in state of 'advanced deterioration' at NHS trust

  Eight bodies have been found in a state of "advanced deterioration" at an NHS trust due to lack of freezer space. 

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Entertainment

• Harvey Weinstein will not face fourth New York rape trial

  Harvey Weinstein will not face a fourth New York trial over the alleged rape of actress Jessica Mann, after prosecutors said they would drop the charge.

• Australia's highest-paid TV presenter faces backlash over Tommy Robinson interview

  Australia's highest-paid TV presenter is reportedly set to lose his job after hosting British far-right activist Tommy Robinson on his podcast.

• Former River City actor Iain Robertson found guilty of rape

  Former River City actor Iain Robertson has been found guilty of rape following a trial at the High Court in Glasgow.

• Note sent to media outlets claims Nancy Guthrie died after 'kidnap'

  A note sent to the media following the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie claimed she had died, according to reports.

• Artwork blaming Churchill for mass starvation taken down from National Portrait Gallery

  A video art installation has been taken down from the National Portrait Gallery after a row over its claim about the role of Sir Winston Churchill in the 1943 Bengal famine.

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Sport

• Elliot Anderson transfer news: Man City agree deal to sign Nottingham Forest midfielder

  Manchester City have agreed a deal with Nottingham Forest to sign Elliot Anderson.

• England vs New Zealand: Ben Stokes' side stage mini fightback deep into draining first day of series decider at Trent Bridge

  England staged a mini fightback deep into an otherwise demoralising, draining first day of the series deciding third Test against New Zealand at a scorching Trent Bridge.

• Rory McIlroy gives Royal Birkdale verdict after preparing at venue for this year's Open Championship, live on Sky Sports

  Rory McIlroy gave a positive verdict of Royal Birkdale as the course prepares to host the Open Championship for the first time in nine years and the six-time major champion targets a second Claret Jug.

• Morgan Rogers can replace Anthony Gordon for England, says Gary Neville ahead of World Cup clash with Panama

  Gary Neville believes that Morgan Rogers should come into the England team for the game against Panama in place of Anthony Gordon but is otherwise preaching calm after a frustrating goalless draw against Ghana at the World Cup.

• Travelers Championship: Scottie Scheffler, Matthew Fitzpatrick start well as US Open champion Wyndham Clark suffers triple bogey

  England's Matthew Fitzpatrick, Aaron Rai and Justin Rose and world No 1 Scottie Scheffler made strong starts to the PGA Tour's Travelers Championship as US Open champion Wyndham Clark's progress was curbed by a triple bogey.

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Strange

• Man breaks Guinness world record for loudest ever shout

  An Australian man has broken the world record for the loudest-ever shout.

• Wild black bear captured in Japan after multi-day hunt through major city

  Japanese authorities have captured a bear following a multi-day search that saw nearly 100 schools close.

• Viral 'Donald Trump' buffalo spared from Eid sacrifice in Bangladesh

  A viral buffalo nicknamed "Donald Trump" for its blond tuft has been spared from Eid al-Adha sacrifice after a last-minute government intervention.

• Cheese-rolling legend beaten by German YouTuber

  The Gloucestershire cheese rolling contest's most successful ever competitor has been beaten by a German YouTuber. 

• Driver filmed with football net on top of car

  Police say a driver made an "own goal" by dangerously driving with an unsecured football net on top of their car.

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Videos

• Trump says 'courageous' Zelenskyy 'doing pretty well' in war with Russia

  Donald Trump praised “courageous” Volodymyr Zelenskyy as he said the Ukrainian president was “doing pretty well” in the war against Russia.

• £370m to refurbish Buckingham Palace - but King won't live there

  The Royal Family have released new documents disclosing details of their financial affairs, including the £370m price tag of the renovation of Buckingham Palace.

• Cost of living hope as oil prices return to pre-war levels

  Oil prices have returned to levels last seen just before the US-Iran war began, bolstering hopes of a respite ahead from cost-of-living pressures.

• Wild black bear captured in Japan after multi-day hunt through major city

  Japanese authorities have captured a bear following a multi-day search that saw nearly 100 schools close.

• Hospital probe into why 40 people accessed file of boy attacked by crocodile

  Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) is looking into why around 40 people accessed the medical files of a three-year-old boy taken to hospital after a crocodile attack at a Cambridgeshire zoo.

• Ukraine destroys key rail bridge as fresh attacks aim to 'isolate Crimea'

  Ukraine said its forces destroyed a key railway bridge in Crimea, as it seeks to isolate the Russian-occupied peninsula.

• Note sent to media outlets claims Nancy Guthrie died after 'kidnap'

  A note sent to the media following the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie claimed she had died, according to reports.

• Labour MPs fear backlash over expected Burnham coronation

  Labour MPs are under pressure from their local members who want a leadership contest rather than a coronation of Andy Burnham as prime minister.

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Politics

• Ed Miliband should be Andy Burnham's chancellor, says Harriet Harman

  Ed Miliband should become Andy Burnham’s chancellor, Harriet Harman has said.

• The bloodless coup: How Burnham came out top

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• Burnham could scrap plans to merge police forces in England and Wales

• Labour MPs fear backlash over expected Burnham coronation

  Labour MPs are under pressure from their local members who want a leadership contest rather than a coronation of Andy Burnham as prime minister.

• Irish approval turns page on Telegraph ownership | Mark Kleinman blog

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Technology

• The GTA VI controversy isn't the price – it's what's missing from the box

  Grand Theft Auto VI, the most highly anticipated game of the year, will be released without a physical copy - and that's riled up some gamers.

• 'Worrying' study shows Australia's social media ban has made no 'meaningful difference' to teenagers

  Some 85% of under-16s are still using social media in Australia despite a ban being put in place in December, a major new study suggests.

• Heatwave temperatures set to become the new normal in many UK regions – is yours one of them?

  As Britons face a record-breaking heatwave, climatologists are predicting that these temperatures could become the new normal for summer over the next few decades.

• Family sues Tesla over fatal high-speed crash into mother's front room

  The family of a woman killed when a Tesla crashed into her home, allegedly while in self-driving mode, is suing Elon Musk's company and the driver.

• YouTube settles social media addiction lawsuit brought by teenager amid tidal wave of court cases

  YouTube's owner, Google, has settled a lawsuit brought by a teenager suing the world's biggest social media companies over their role in the youth mental health crisis. 

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World

• UN suspends Strait of Hormuz evacuation after ship 'hit by projectile'

  The UN has halted the evacuation of thousands of seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz after a vessel came under a suspected attack.

• Australia's highest-paid TV presenter faces backlash over Tommy Robinson interview

  Australia's highest-paid TV presenter is reportedly set to lose his job after hosting British far-right activist Tommy Robinson on his podcast.

• North Korean soldier crosses border into South Korea in suspected defection

  A North Korean soldier has been detained by South Korea's military after he crossed the heavily fortified border between the two countries.

• British TikToker Brooke George could face death penalty after Dubai murder charge

  A British TikToker has been charged with premeditated murder in Dubai and could face the death penalty if convicted.

• Trump says 'courageous' Zelenskyy 'doing pretty well' in war with Russia

  Donald Trump praised “courageous” Volodymyr Zelenskyy as he said the Ukrainian president was “doing pretty well” in the war against Russia.

• Ukraine destroys key rail bridge as fresh attacks aim to 'isolate Crimea'

  Ukraine said its forces destroyed a key railway bridge in Crimea, as it seeks to isolate the Russian-occupied peninsula.

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Business

• Cost of living hope as oil prices return to pre-war levels

  Oil prices have returned to levels last seen just before the US-Iran war began, bolstering hopes of a respite ahead from cost-of-living pressures.

• Don't buy air conditioning until you've read this

  Families across the country are having their annual discussion/argument about whether it's time to invest in air con.

• Irish approval turns page on Telegraph ownership | Mark Kleinman blog

• British grid operator cancels plea for more power as temperatures soar

  The body which oversees Britain's energy network has walked back a call for more power generation.

• YouTube settles social media addiction lawsuit brought by teenager amid tidal wave of court cases

  YouTube's owner, Google, has settled a lawsuit brought by a teenager suing the world's biggest social media companies over their role in the youth mental health crisis. 

• Government pulls forward plan to close small parcel import tax loophole - but retailers are still unhappy

  The government has brought forward plans to close a loophole on import taxes for small parcels – but major high street brands have said the timeframe is still "unacceptable".

• Family sues Tesla over fatal high-speed crash into mother's front room

  The family of a woman killed when a Tesla crashed into her home, allegedly while in self-driving mode, is suing Elon Musk's company and the driver.

• Elon Musk loses billions as SpaceX shares slump in tech sell-off

  Elon Musk has seen $350bn (£264bn) shaved off his net worth as SpaceX share prices have slumped.

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• Mayor Faisal Rana shares the personal reasons behind his five chosen charities

  It has been a few weeks since I had the great honour of becoming Mayor of Rochdale. It is a huge privilege to serve the community, along with my wife, Mayoress of Rochdale Iram Faisal.

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