English musician, songwriter and guitarist; Oasis cofounder and High Flying Birds frontman
Manchester City faces renewed scrutiny as fans express defiance after being found guilty of Premier League financial rule breaches. The club’s appeal is ongoing, with supporters’ displays signalling solidarity with the team; critics warn of potential sanctions that could reshape English football.
Labour has elected Andy Burnham as leader and prime minister, propelled by a Makerfield by-election win. He vows to devolve power from Westminster and to drive a housing-led, regionally focused agenda. Bev Craig is set to become Greater Manchester’s mayor as Labour seeks to consolidate gains across the region.
The Independent reports that London hosts The Final Film Festival from August 6–9, offering international premieres and hidden gems in venues from the ICA to Peckham’s The Castle. Organisers say the festival aims to fill a niche between large festivals, welcoming both acclaimed titles and cult favorites.
The government has announced a major cabinet reshuffle under Prime Minister Andy Burnham, appointing a large new team and outlining an energy-relief plan to tackle the cost-of-living crisis. Several long-standing figures have left or shifted roles as the administration signals a definitive break with the prior leadership.
Licence for Knebworth House permits live music and events for up to 125,000 people, signaling potential Oasis reunion shows ahead of the 30th anniversary of 1996 gigs. The approval aligns with a forthcoming documentary and a renewed wave of nostalgia around the band.
Glastonbury organiser Emily Eavis has confirmed headliners for 2027 and has ruled out Madonna, while speculation continues about Swift, Styles and Oasis headline talk. The festival returns in June 2027 after a fallow year.
Erling Haaland has unveiled a new buzz-cut ahead of Manchester City’s season debut against Bournemouth, replacing his long blonde locks. He has shared the moment in a YouTube video and across social media, saying it marks a fresh start for the new season. Reactions from teammates and figures including Zlatan Ibrahimović and Pep Guardiola have been captured in clips and calls.
A Connecticut family combines two households into one larger home, renovating a private studio to create a shared living space. They sold a Florida home for profit and financed a renovation to accommodate a multi-generational household in a commuter-friendly area near LaGuardia, balancing mortgage costs with a previous rental.
Glastonbury organisers have announced next year’s line-up progress, with three headliners confirmed and Madonna ruled out. Rumours point to Taylor Swift, Harry Styles and Oasis as contenders for 2027, with bookies’ odds reflecting growing certainty around major acts while other names circulate.
Oasis has released teaser videos fueling speculation about a Scotland-based, five-night run at Celtic Park next May. The clues include chip shop posters, Irn-Bru branding, and a Maryhill-born actor in a video, with coordinates pointing to Glasgow. Previous reunion shows included Murrayfield and extensive touring across 14 countries.
The Oasis documentary Don’t Look Back in Anger chronicles the 2025 reunion tour, capturing Liam and Noel Gallagher’s reconciliation and the emotional response from fans in Cardiff. Directors Will Lovelace and Dylan Southern show how music bridged a 15-year rift, culminating in a two-hour set that resonated across generations.
Glastonbury has confirmed tickets for 2027 will go on sale in October, with weekend passes priced at £408 including a £5 booking fee. Coach-tickets bundles go live on 1 October and general admission on 4 October. Registration remains mandatory to curb touts as fans anticipate headliners and the return after a fallow year.
Oasis has revealed a 2027 tour spanning the UK, Europe and the US, with 11 Manchester shows, five Celtic Park dates in Glasgow, and four at Knebworth. Richard Ashcroft will headline all dates. The tour follows their 2025 reunion and weeks of teaser posts and a drone reveal in Manchester.
Johnny Marr is auctioning nearly 100 guitars and memorabilia from his career, including instruments tied to The Smiths and Oasis. The sale at Christie’s in London on September 17 includes 111 lots with estimates up to £150,000, with some proceeds donated to charity.
Oasis has announced a new reunion tour with fixed UK ticket prices and a register-to-access sale window following CMA findings on ticketing practices. The band’s management says pricing rests with promoters, while authorities push for greater transparency to protect fans.
Oasis has announced a new set of tour dates including Manchester, Glasgow and Celtic Park, with fixed prices and a structured ticketing process after a previous controversy over pricing. Registrations are open for official sale windows to ensure fair access.
Prison governors are weighing plans to install a second bed in rapid deployment cells across multiple facilities to cope with overcrowding. Leaked emails show officials argue for rapid capacity gains, while officials warn this could breach health and safety rules and risk safety.
Unreleased Oasis recordings from the 1990s, including 63 live shows and hours of rehearsals, have been withdrawn from auction after legal action by the band. Littleton Auctions had planned a sale in October, but Oasis has intervened, delaying the auction while the dispute proceeds. Other memorabilia remains on offer.
Manchester City arrives at Anfield for a league clash amid ongoing hearings over 114 Premier League charges. A 3-0 win is recorded, but sanctions and an appeal hang over the club, coloring the result with doubt. Fans clash with narratives of cheating and sporting punishment, while manager Enzo Maresca keeps focus on the game.