London Northwestern Railway is proposing to extend an existing rail line to create a direct link between Manchester and London Euston. This project aims to enhance connectivity between key regions in the UK, offering additional travel options for passengers and impacting the railways travel industry both domestically and globally.
Sir Howard Bernstein, a prominent figure in Manchester’s growth and development, passed away recently. He was instrumental in establishing Manchester Airport as a vital hub for international connectivity, driving economic prosperity for the region. His dedication to enhancing Manchester’s global reach and fostering strategic partnerships left an enduring legacy.
On Bank Holiday Monday, May 6th, The Couture Club will hold a rare sample sale at Side Street Studios in Manchester. Thousands of clothing items, including hoodies, tees, coats, and tracksuits, will be available at heavily discounted prices, with some items going for as low as £5. The sale will feature one-of-a-kind samples, exclusive unreleased styles, and pieces that are no longer available online. While pre-booked tickets guarantee entry and queue jumping privileges, walk-ins are also welcome. The first 50 customers will receive a complimentary goodie bag and a £45 Sample Sale T-shirt. Additionally, there will be a DJ, refreshments, and a bar on-site.
Robert Emmerson, 39, has been arrested and charged with five counts of sexual assault and three counts of indecent exposure following alleged incidents that occurred between November 2023 and April 2024. The offenses are said to have taken place in the underpass beneath the Mancunian Way in Manchester. Emmerson is scheduled to appear at Manchester Magistrates Court on Wednesday, April 24th. The victims are receiving support from specialized officers, and the police urge anyone with information to contact them.
The UFC has announced its return to the UK, with Manchester’s Co-op Live Arena hosting the event on July 27. However, the decision has drawn criticism from fans due to the late timings of the prelims (11pm BST) and main card (3am BST) to align with US prime time. Despite this, UFC President Dana White expressed excitement about the event, teasing potential title defenses for Leon Edwards and Tom Aspinall. Fan favorites Paddy Pimblett, Molly McCann, Arnold Allen, and Michael Page are also expected to feature.
The brand new £365m Co-op Live arena in Manchester will host its first-ever sporting event this summer, with the Ultimate Fighting Competition (UFC) set to take place on Saturday, 23 July. It will be the UFC’s first European event of 2024 and marks a significant moment for the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation. The event will begin with prelims at 11pm BST, followed by the main card airing at 3am BST. UFC Fight Club members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets first on Wednesday, 6th June, at 9am, while those who registered their interest to the event will gain access to a special pre-sale which starts at 10am on Thursday, 7th June. Tickets will then go on general sale from 10am on Friday, 8th June, via Ticketmaster.
UFC President Dana White has revealed that UFC 304 will take place on July 27th at Co-op Live in Manchester, marking the UFC’s long-awaited return to the city and the first-ever sporting event at the UK’s largest indoor arena. Fight Club members will have early access to tickets on Wednesday, June 5th, followed by a pre-sale for those who register their interest on Thursday, June 6th. Tickets will go on general sale via Ticketmaster on Friday, June 7th. UFC fans can watch all the action on TNT Sports in the UK or stream it on Discovery+, which offers a subscription package that includes TNT Sports, Eurosport, and various entertainment options.
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) will make its long-awaited return to the United Kingdom this year, but this time it will be in Manchester instead of London. UFC 304, a pay-per-view event, will take place at the Co-op Arena on July 27th. Welterweight and interim heavyweight champions Leon Edwards and Tom Aspinall from the UK are expected to headline the event. Other notable British fighters, including Molly McCann, Paddy Pimblett, and Michael ‘Venom’ Page, are also expected to compete on the main card.
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has officially announced its return to England on July 27th with UFC 304, to be held in Manchester. The event will feature two title fights, with champions Leon Edwards and Tom Aspinall expected to defend their belts. Edwards is likely to face Belal Muhammad in a rematch of their 2021 no-contest, while Aspinall’s opponent remains unconfirmed. UFC President Dana White had previously confirmed the Manchester event but had not revealed a specific date until now. The announcement was initially shared on the UFC’s official X account, formerly known as Twitter, but was quickly removed. However, fans had already captured screenshots and celebrated the official date announcement. Stay tuned for more updates on the event’s fight card as they become available.
Following the highly successful UFC 300 in Las Vegas, the organization has announced details for UFC 304, which will take place in Manchester, England on July 27th. The main event is rumored to be a welterweight title fight between Leon ‘Rocky’ Edwards and Belal Muhammad, while a heavyweight bout between Alex Pereira and Tom Aspinall is also on the table.
