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• Six arrested as counter terror police widen investigation into Crumpsall synagogue attack

  Counter Terrorism Policing has confirmed that six people have now been arrested following a terrorist attack outside a synagogue in Crumpsall, Manchester, with detectives seeking extended detention warrants as the investigation continues.

• Pro-Palestine demonstrators say planned march WILL go ahead this weekend

  Pro-Palestine demonstrations will go ahead in Manchester this weekend, according to organisers.

• Family of Melvin Cravitz pay tribute to ‘kind and caring man’

  Tributes have now been paid to 66-year-old Melvin Cravitz who died during yesterday’s attack at Heaton Park Congregation Synagogue.

• Manchester synagogue attacker was on bail for alleged rape, sources have confirmed.

  A man who carried out a deadly attack outside a synagogue in Manchester was reportedly on police bail for an alleged rape at the time, though this has not been confirmed by Greater Manchester Police.

• Emotional Bev Craig and Andy Burnham speeches call synagogue attack ‘an attack on all of us’

  Cheers greeted powerful speeches made by Bev Craig and Andy Burnham at a vigil for the victims of the Crumpsall synagogue terror attack.

• Family of Adrian Daulby pay tribute to ‘a down to earth man whose final act was to save others’

  Tributes have been paid to 53-year-old Adrian Daulby who died during yesterday’s terrorist incident at Heaton Park Congregation Synagogue.

• Tyler Smith returns to Rochdale AFC after five-year absence

  Forward signs until end of season as club bolsters attacking options with familiar face

• Leaders condemn antisemitic attack on synagogue in Crumpsall

  Greater Manchester’s political leaders have issued a joint statement after an antisemitic attack at Heaton Park Hebrew Synagogue in Crumpsall left worshippers dead and injured.

• Springhill Hospice walk raises over £54,000 in Rochdale’s biggest ever charity ramble

  Over 600 residents braved torrential rain to support Springhill Hospice and raise a record-breaking £54,363

• First Manchester drivers win 20% pay rise as strike is called off but Bee Network walkouts continue

  Bus strikes by First Manchester drivers have been called off after an ‘exceptional’ pay deal was secured, but industrial action will continue at Metroline and Stagecoach depots across Greater Manchester.

• Fresh faces, top talent and community wins as Hopwood Hall College celebrates standout apprentice success

  From award wins to job offers, Hopwood Hall College has highlighted a string of apprenticeship success stories as it continues to grow its links with employers across Rochdale and beyond.

• Worshipper 'shot by police' during terror attack on Crumpsall synagogue GMP confirms

  A man killed during a suspected terrorist incident at a synagogue in Crumpsall may have died as a result of a police bullet, Greater Manchester Police has confirmed.

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Greater Manchester

• Six arrested as counter terror police widen investigation into Crumpsall synagogue attack

  Counter Terrorism Policing has confirmed that six people have now been arrested following a terrorist attack outside a synagogue in Crumpsall, Manchester, with detectives seeking extended detention warrants as the investigation continues.

• Pro-Palestine demonstrators say planned march WILL go ahead this weekend

  Pro-Palestine demonstrations will go ahead in Manchester this weekend, according to organisers.

• Family of Melvin Cravitz pay tribute to ‘kind and caring man’

  Tributes have now been paid to 66-year-old Melvin Cravitz who died during yesterday’s attack at Heaton Park Congregation Synagogue.

• Emotional Bev Craig and Andy Burnham speeches call synagogue attack ‘an attack on all of us’

  Cheers greeted powerful speeches made by Bev Craig and Andy Burnham at a vigil for the victims of the Crumpsall synagogue terror attack.

• Family of Adrian Daulby pay tribute to ‘a down to earth man whose final act was to save others’

  Tributes have been paid to 53-year-old Adrian Daulby who died during yesterday’s terrorist incident at Heaton Park Congregation Synagogue.

• Leaders condemn antisemitic attack on synagogue in Crumpsall

  Greater Manchester’s political leaders have issued a joint statement after an antisemitic attack at Heaton Park Hebrew Synagogue in Crumpsall left worshippers dead and injured.

• First Manchester drivers win 20% pay rise as strike is called off but Bee Network walkouts continue

  Bus strikes by First Manchester drivers have been called off after an ‘exceptional’ pay deal was secured, but industrial action will continue at Metroline and Stagecoach depots across Greater Manchester.

• Worshipper 'shot by police' during terror attack on Crumpsall synagogue GMP confirms

  A man killed during a suspected terrorist incident at a synagogue in Crumpsall may have died as a result of a police bullet, Greater Manchester Police has confirmed.

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Local Entertainment

• Big dreams, bigger heels as 13 Going on 30 musical makes lively debut in Manchester

  A bright and bubbly stage version of the cult rom-com has launched at Manchester Opera House, packed with sparkle, sass, and more than a few surprises.

• Vandal attack rocks award-winning chef’s gastropub in Birtle

  Andrew Nutter says ‘scum’ won’t keep him grounded as community rallies around popular pub after overnight attack

• Rochdale brews up cultural pride with new beer launch

  A new locally brewed ale is pouring into Rochdale pubs to mark the town’s year as Greater Manchester Town of Culture.

• Emotional speeches and local legends honoured at Roch Valley Radio’s debut Community Hero Awards

  A powerful night of local pride, emotion and celebration unfolded on Friday 26 September as Roch Valley Radio held its inaugural Community Hero Awards, honouring those who go the extra mile to make life better in Bury and Rochdale.

• Amy Callaghan’s street art brings colour, culture and community pride to Rossendale

  Local muralist celebrates industrial heritage, diversity and creativity across borough

• Ten-day comedy takeover as Rochdale’s first festival of laughs hits the stage

  TV stars, improv duos and rising talent headline borough-wide celebration of comedy.

• Rehearsals underway for Hey Kids’ festive spectacular Nativity! The Musical

  Young performers from Heywood AODS’ youth section, Hey Kids, are in the final stages of rehearsals for their upcoming production of Nativity! The Musical, set to light up Middleton Arena this October.

• Rehearsals underway for Hey Kids’ festive spectacular Nativity! The Musical

  Young performers from Heywood AODS’ youth section, Hey Kids, are in the final stages of rehearsals for their upcoming production of Nativity! The Musical, set to light up Middleton Arena this October.

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Local Sports

• Tyler Smith returns to Rochdale AFC after five-year absence

  Forward signs until end of season as club bolsters attacking options with familiar face

• Joe Thompson mural unveiled at Crown Oil Arena in powerful tribute to Dale hero

  A striking new mural honouring Rochdale AFC legend Joe Thompson has been unveiled at the Crown Oil Arena, capturing one of the most emotional moments in the club’s history.

• Twins from Rochdale take their football dream nationwide with expanding coaching franchise

  Two Rochdale brothers who turned a teenage passion into a thriving football coaching business speaking exclusively with Roch Valley Radio say they are only just getting started, as their company launches new franchises across the country.

• Rochdale AFC Versus Braintree Town

  Tough watch this week. A professional performance saw Rochdale take 3 points from Braintree Town in this snoozefest. Despite this, Mani D still put on a clinic in front of goal. A goal in the 26th and the 33rd minute for Mani led Dale to a 2-0 victory.

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UK

• What we know about Manchester attacker Jihad al Shamie - as his family condemn 'heinous act'

  The Manchester synagogue attacker was a British citizen of Syrian descent who came to the UK as a small child and had not previously been on the radar of police or MI5.

• 'Hero' shot dead by accident was holding Manchester synagogue doors to block attacker, rabbi says

  The man accidentally shot dead during the Manchester synagogue attack was holding the doors shut to make sure the knifeman could not enter, says rabbi Daniel Walker.

• Families' moving tributes to 'kind, caring and profoundly courageous' synagogue attack victims

  The families of the two victims of the Manchester synagogue attack have paid tribute to them as "heroic, beloved and cherished".

• Grandparents of Ethan Ives-Griffiths jailed for two-year-old's murder

  A couple who murdered their two-year-old grandson have been jailed for life.

• Teenage girls who kicked and punched man in fatal attack filmed on phone in London are detained

  Three girls who surrounded a 75-year-old man before he was shoved, kicked and punched, and then died the following a day, have been detained.

• Palestine Action proscription must be 'withdrawn', says Green Party leader Zack Polanski

  The proscription of Palestine Action must be "withdrawn", Green Party leader Zack Polanski has said.

• Woman named as new Archbishop of Canterbury in historic first

  Bishop of London Dame Sarah Mullally, a former nurse, has been named as the next Archbishop of Canterbury - the first time a woman has been appointed to the role in the Church of England's history.

• Who is Sarah Mullally, the first ever female Archbishop of Canterbury?

  Right Reverend Dame Sarah Mullally has become the first ever female Archbishop of Canterbury, some 1,400 years after the role was created.

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Entertainment

• Sean 'Diddy' Combs admits 'past wrongs' in letter to judge - hours before his sentencing

  Sean "Diddy" Combs has apologised and taken "full responsibility" for "all of the hurt and pain" he has caused others in a letter to the court, less than 24 hours before he is due to be sentenced.

• Keeping Up Appearances star Dame Patricia Routledge has died

  Actress Dame Patricia Routledge, best known for TV show Keeping Up Appearances, has died aged 96, her agent has said.

• Lawsuit over Nirvana album art featuring naked baby thrown out for a second time

  A lawsuit against Nirvana - filed by a man who claimed his depiction as a naked four-month-old baby on their album cover was child pornography - has been dismissed for the second time.

• Why emergency Eurovision vote on Israel might not stop a broadcast boycott

  Eurovision is supposed to be a celebration of the unifying power of music. But for the past two years, it has attracted protests and fan boycotts over its inclusion of Israel amid the country's continued military action in Gaza.

• Hunter S Thompson's death to be reviewed after widow's request, Colorado officials say

  The death of journalist and author Hunter S Thompson will be reviewed by Colorado officials at the request of his widow, the state's bureau of investigation has announced.

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Sport

• Ange Postecoglou: Nottingham Forest head coach under pressure with trip to Newcastle crucial

  Pressure is mounting on Ange Postecoglou less than a month into his new role at Nottingham Forest and Sky Sports News has been told owner Evangelos Marinakis will not hesitate in removing the head coach if performances and results do not quickly improve. 

• Sky Sports Multiview Q&A: What is it? How can I access it? Which games will be shown?

• England squad: Jack Grealish, Jude Bellingham, Adam Wharton and Phil Foden all miss out on Thomas Tuchel's squad

  Star names Jack Grealish, Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden have all missed out on selection for England's October internationals with Thomas Tuchel handing another chance to the players who impressed him in September.

• Paul Merson's warning for Man Utd over Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner: 'He's not the right fit for United'

  Paul Merson says Oliver Glasner would not be able turn down Man Utd if they came calling, but warned the Crystal Palace boss is not the right fit for Old Trafford.

• Christian Horner: Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu says former Red Bull boss approached American F1 outfit over role

  Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu has revealed Christian Horner approached the team over a potential role with the American outfit.

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Strange

• Long-lost Spanish treasure worth $1m discovered off Florida coast

  Long-lost Spanish treasure worth an estimated $1m (£740,000) has been discovered off the coast of Florida.

• Ashraf Mahrous: Egypt's 'strongman' wrestler pulls ship using his teeth

  An Egyptian wrestler is hoping he has set a world record after pulling a 700-ton (635,000kg) ship with his teeth.

• Pokemon pushes back against ICE deportation video - joining list riled by Trump administration

  Pokemon has said it did not give permission for the show's popular theme song to be used in a video showing deportations posted by the US government.

• Teenagers Wu and Tang who urinated in Shanghai restaurant's hotpot fined more than £230,000

  Two teenagers who filmed themselves urinating into a restaurant's hotpot broth have been ordered, along with their parents, to apologise and pay a fine of £227,000, Chinese state media has said.

• Parasocial relationships: How well do we really know the people we follow online?

  Ever found yourself religiously following the lives of people you've never met on social media?

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Videos

• Inside Pablo Escobar's home city where drugs are readily available to a traffic jam of cars

  "Listen man, we're a narco state, it's just how it is, if you want to see drug deals, I'll show you drug deals - it's Colombia."

• The Green Party might be small but it's thinking big - can it make a dent in Reform's rise?

  It's a small party with big ambition, a handful of MPs led by a controversial but charismatic leader determined to turn anti-establishment sentiment into a major political breakthrough.

• Michelle Mone says she won't step down as Tory peer - and accuses chancellor of 'endangering' her

  Baroness Michelle Mone says she will defy calls for her to step down from the House of Lords after PPE Medpro, a company founded by her husband, was ordered to repay £122m to the government for providing faulty PPE at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Tesco promises 'strong deals' amid 'intensive' price war - as profits set to hit £3bn

  The UK's most popular supermarket has said it is to introduce "strong deals" over the next three months as it prepares for Christmas.

• Trump's declared war on drug cartels. Thousands of miles away, Ecuador is taking action

  The screams from the women and children pierce the air as the battering ram smashes through the front door of their home.

• Trump sets new deadline for Hamas to agree Gaza deal with Israel - or face 'all hell'

  US President Donald Trump has set a Sunday deadline for Hamas to agree to a deal to end the war in Gaza, warning "all hell" against the group if it does not accept the terms.

• What we know about Manchester attacker Jihad al Shamie - as his family condemn 'heinous act'

  The Manchester synagogue attacker was a British citizen of Syrian descent who came to the UK as a small child and had not previously been on the radar of police or MI5.

• Police call for protest against Palestine Action ban to be cancelled after Manchester synagogue attack

  London and Manchester police have called for protests to be delayed or cancelled after the synagogue terror attack.

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Politics

• The Green Party might be small but it's thinking big - can it make a dent in Reform's rise?

  It's a small party with big ambition, a handful of MPs led by a controversial but charismatic leader determined to turn anti-establishment sentiment into a major political breakthrough.

• Police call for protest against Palestine Action ban to be cancelled after Manchester synagogue attack

  London and Manchester police have called for protests to be delayed or cancelled after the synagogue terror attack.

• Former minister Grant Shapps reveals his father-in-law was present at 'chilling' Manchester synagogue attack

  A former Tory cabinet minister has revealed that his father-in-law was present at the Manchester synagogue attack as he called on the public to "stand unshaken against hate".

• Baroness Mone: I have no wish to rejoin Lords as Conservative peer

  Baroness Michell Mone has accused Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch of using "reckless" language that could prejudice a police investigation, and says she has "no desire" to return to the House of Lords as a Tory peer.

• Starmer made a mistake calling Reform policy 'racist', Harriet Harman says

  Sir Keir Stamer made a mistake by labelling Reform UK's migration policy racist, a Labour Party grandee has said.

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Technology

• Business and green groups alarmed by Tory plan to scrap climate pollution rules

  The Conservatives have pledged to scrap Britain's landmark climate change law that limits pollution, and replace it with a plan for "cheap and reliable" energy.

• Primatologist Jane Goodall, famous for her study of chimpanzees, has died

  British conservationist and primatologist Dame Jane Goodall, known for her pioneering studies of chimpanzees, has died aged 91.

• Two species of disease-carrying mosquitoes found in UK

  Two species of disease-carrying mosquitoes have been found in the UK - and are spreading as the climate warms, scientists have warned.

• All GP surgeries in England must offer online booking from today

  All GP surgeries in England are required to offer online appointment bookings from today.

• Labour pledges permanent ban on fracking

  Ed Miliband has vowed to "ban fracking" for good, as he drew yet another dividing line with Reform during his speech at the Labour Party conference.

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World

• Trump sets new deadline for Hamas to agree Gaza deal with Israel - or face 'all hell'

  US President Donald Trump has set a Sunday deadline for Hamas to agree to a deal to end the war in Gaza, warning "all hell" against the group if it does not accept the terms.

• Inside Pablo Escobar's home city where drugs are readily available to a traffic jam of cars

  "Listen man, we're a narco state, it's just how it is, if you want to see drug deals, I'll show you drug deals - it's Colombia."

• Germany should 'get power to shoot down drones', official says - as Vladimir Putin denies involvement in airspace violations

  Germany should "get the power to shoot down" drones in its airspace, an official has said, after incursions led to major disruption at Munich airport.

• Will Trump-style billionaire Andrej Babis return to power? What the Czech election means for Ukraine

  Czechs head to the polls this Friday and Saturday in an election which could impact the country’s support for Ukraine.

• Trump's declared war on drug cartels. Thousands of miles away, Ecuador is taking action

  The screams from the women and children pierce the air as the battering ram smashes through the front door of their home.

• Power outage in Spain and Portugal 'first known blackout caused by excessive voltage'

  A massive power outage which brought much of Spain and Portugal to a standstill earlier this year is the first known blackout caused by excessive voltage, a report has found.

• Japan could be hours away from running out of Asahi

  Japan could be hours away from running out of Asahi, the country's most popular beer.

• Major search for boy, 4, missing in Australian outback for several days

  A major search is ongoing for a missing four-year-old boy in the Australian outback.

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Business

• Baroness Mone: I have no wish to rejoin Lords as Conservative peer

  Baroness Michelle Mone has broadened her attack on her political critics, accusing Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch of using "inflammatory" and "reckless" language that could prejudice a police investigation into her role in the awarding of PPE contracts.

• Furniture retailer Cotswold Company lays groundwork for sale

  The long-standing owner of The Cotswold Company, the premium furniture and homewares brand, is paving the way for a sale after retaining investment bankers to oversee discussions with potential buyers.

• Customer details stolen in Renault UK cyber attack

  Renault UK has become the latest car company to be hit by a cyber attack.

• Formula One podcaster Audioboom revs up talks about sale

  The London-listed media company which produces Formula One motor racing’s official podcast series is exploring a sale following a fresh set of approaches from potential buyers.

• The 15-minute compensation rule on most trains | Money newsletter

  Sky News has launched a free Money newsletter - bringing the kind of content you enjoy in the Money blog directly to your inbox.

• Japan could be hours away from running out of Asahi

  Japan could be hours away from running out of Asahi, the country's most popular beer.

• Michelle Mone says she won't step down as Tory peer - and accuses chancellor of 'endangering' her

  Baroness Michelle Mone says she will defy calls for her to step down from the House of Lords after PPE Medpro, a company founded by her husband, was ordered to repay £122m to the government for providing faulty PPE at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Jaguar Land Rover cyber attack: 'We need certainty' on aid, supplier pleads

  A member of cyber attack-hit Jaguar Land Rover's (JLR) supply chain has told Sky News the government must act to safeguard the sector as it has seen no financial relief to date.

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