Everything you need to know ahead of the Manchester Marathon

James Bulger’s mother urges crackdown on distressing AI-generated videos

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Denise Fergus says current laws do not protect families from AI abuse.

Birtley Community Pool Celebrates Six Months!

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Birtley Community Pool re-opened six months ago, after locals got together and raised money to re-open this well loved community space.

HTW Nissan bosses say manufacturing in UK is too expensive

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Alan Johnson, the senior vice president for manufacturing, supply chain and Purchasing for Nissan’s Africa,the Middle East, India, Europe and Oceania operations, told members of the House of Commons’ Business and Trade Committee that the Sunderland factory “pays more for its electricity than any other Nissan plant in the world”.

‘If I could, I would’: are marathons a bit much for you?

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With the city’s marathon recently taking place, and the London marathon around the corner, we’re asking people in Newport if they’d ever consider running the 26.2 miles, or if it feels way out of reach.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan slammed for ‘power grab’ over Oxford Street pedestrianisation plans

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Londoners have said ‘it wouldn’t work’ while others claim it should be done.

How to prepare for a marathon?: Advice from a GP

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Whilst training may take a physical and mental toll to runners, new research has also found that marathon training incurs financial fees as well, with nearly a third of runners spending almost £500 in order to prep for a race. This money is thought to go towards the proper shoes, outfits, energy drinks and recovery shakes. And whilst runners in London thank their training due to feeling increased strength and greater stress relief, it’s found that a fifth admit to compromising on work in order to fit in training, with nearly a quarter missing out on sleep.

‘It’s one of the best things about London’: Locals on the London Marathon

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We ask Londoners how they feel about their city’s marathon.

Spring has sprung in Bristol: What is on this spring?

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Spring has sprung in Bristol, and the city is blooming with exciting events and activities to enjoy this season. Here's your guide to what's on in Bristol this spring with Bristol World.

Lina Stores: Manchester’s new best Italian restaurant and bar?

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We went down to the newly opened Lina stores to sample their new restaurant and bar, here is what we found.

Bin strike in Birmingham could be nearing a deal

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The Unite union has agreed to mediation talks over the ongoing Birmingham bin strike. While regular collections are returning in parts of the city, recycling and garden waste services remain disrupted. Tensions persist between the council and union over job downgrades and potential pay cuts for drivers. Talks are scheduled for early May.