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On September 14, 2025, former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton was found dead at his home in Hyde, Greater Manchester. Police are not treating the death as suspicious. Hatton, 46, was preparing for a comeback fight in Dubai. Tributes have poured in from the boxing world and beyond, highlighting his fighting spirit and openness about mental health struggles.
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British boxing legend Ricky Hatton was found dead at his Manchester home. Police do not suspect suspicious circumstances. Hatton, known as 'the Hitman,' won world titles and was celebrated for his fighting spirit. Tributes poured in from sports figures and fans, highlighting his impact on boxing and Manchester.
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Dr. Suhail Anjum, a 44-year-old anaesthetist at Tameside Hospital, was found to have engaged in sexual activity with a nurse while on duty in September 2023. The incident was reported, leading to his dismissal and ongoing tribunal proceedings. No harm was caused to the patient, but the misconduct was deemed serious.
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As of early October 2025, Labour's annual conference in Liverpool highlights Prime Minister Keir Starmer's pledge to confront Nigel Farage's Reform UK party, condemning its immigration policies as racist. Internal tensions surface with Andy Burnham criticizing a 'climate of fear' in Labour and hinting at leadership ambitions. Meanwhile, health reforms including an NHS online hospital are announced amid cautious expert reactions. The far-right 'Unite the Kingdom' rally in London, led by Tommy Robinson and supported by Elon Musk, intensifies concerns over division and racism in Britain.
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On October 2, 2025, during Yom Kippur, Jihad Al-Shamie, a 35-year-old British citizen of Syrian descent, attacked worshippers outside the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Manchester. He rammed a car into pedestrians and stabbed several people, killing two and seriously injuring four. Police shot the attacker dead at the scene. The attack is being investigated as terrorism linked to Islamist extremism amid rising antisemitism in the UK.
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The UK government is investing over £167 million to expand employment support for disabled and chronically ill individuals, aiming to help 300,000 into work by 2030. The initiative includes embedding specialist advisers in healthcare settings and providing tailored programs across several regions, addressing long-term sickness and employment barriers.
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Former world champion Ricky Hatton was found dead at his home in Hyde last month at age 46. Known for his titles at light-welterweight and welterweight, Hatton was discovered unresponsive by his manager. His death is believed to be due to hanging, with no suspicion of foul play. Tributes poured in from the boxing community and fans, highlighting his legacy and battles with mental health. A full inquest is scheduled for March 20, 2026.
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Residents in Musselburgh's Levenhall area have lost a five-year campaign to reduce Ravensheugh Road's speed limit from 30mph to 20mph. The council cited policy criteria and road layout as reasons for refusal, despite community opposition and safety concerns.
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Labour figures, including Angela Rayner and Shabana Mahmood, condemned recent party infighting and briefings, calling it 'embarrassing' and 'arrogant tittle-tattle.' Rayner emphasized focusing on policy and constituency work amid leadership speculation and internal turmoil.
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The UK government plans to give local authorities in England the power to impose a tourist levy on overnight visitors, aiming to fund local infrastructure. The move follows similar measures in Scotland and Wales, with mixed reactions from industry and political leaders. The consultation runs until February 2026.