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Former Manchester mayor Andy Burnham clear frontrunner to succeed outgoing U.K.’s StarmerFormer Manchester mayor Andy Burnham says he will put himself forward to succeed U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer. This comes as Starmer said Monday he’ll resign from his post after struggling with economic promises and facing increasing criticism for appointing scandal-linked figures.PoliticsJun 22
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UK synagogue attack ‘influenced by extreme Islamist ideology,’ Manchester police allegeJihad al-Shami, the man behind the deadly synagogue attack in Manchester, England, that claimed two lives and injured four others last week, was “influenced by extreme Islamist ideology,” Greater Manchester Police say.CrimeOct 8, 2025
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This Week in Politics: Could Manchester synagogue terror attack happen in Canada?In this segment of This Week in Politics on “The Ben Mulroney Show”, Ben welcomes back guests Warren Kinsella, Former Special Advisor to Jean Chretien, and Chris Chapin, Managing Principal of Upstream Strategy. The trio discuss the alarming rise of antisemitism, particularly in light of recent attacks in Manchester and other cities.The Ben Mulroney ShowOct 3, 2025
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Manchester synagogue attack: Responding officers likely shot victim by accident, police sayPolice in Manchester say one of the two victims who died in Thursday’s synagogue attack and another who was injured were likely shot by responding officers. Greater Manchester police say the attacker did not have a gun and the only shots fired were by police.WorldOct 3, 2025
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Deadly Manchester synagogue attack was terrorism, U.K. police sayTwo people are dead and three others are injured after an attack at a synagogue in Manchester, England on Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish calendar. Vincent McAviney reports on how the deadly assault played out, how police took down the prime suspect, and the quick actions that saved worshippers inside the synagogue.Global NationalOct 2, 2025
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2 dead after car ramming, stabbing attack outside Manchester synagogueAn assailant drove a car at people outside a synagogue in Manchester, U.K., on Thursday and then began stabbing people, killing two and wounding at least three in an attack on the holiest day of the Jewish year, Yom Kippur.CrimeOct 2, 2025
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U.K. PM Starmer hails rabbi as ‘hero’ after attack outside synagogueBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer praised the rabbi and others who barricaded the doors as ”heroes’, in the wake of the synagogue attack in Manchester, England, on Thursday. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer praised the rabbi and others who barricaded the doors as ”heroes’, in the wake of the synagogue attack in Manchester, England, on...WorldOct 3, 2025
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Global National: Oct. 3Hamas says it will release all Israeli hostages held in Gaza, along with the bodies of those killed, in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace plan. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer praised the rabbi and others who barricaded the doors as ”heroes,” in the wake of the synagogue attack in Manchester, England, on Thursday....Global NationalOct 3, 2025
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Stepped-up security at Jewish sites across VancouverAfter a violent attack at a synagogue in Manchester, England, police in Vancouver increase security at local synagogues. Rumina Daya reports.Global News Hour at 6 BCOct 2, 2025
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Global News at 6 Toronto: October 2, 2025Rising fear in the GTA’s Jewish community tonight after a terror attack at a synagogue in Manchester, England.Global News at 6 TorontoOct 2, 2025
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Global National: Oct. 2A terror attack at a Manchester, England synagogue leaves two people dead. The international outrage after a Israel intercepted a Gaza aid flotilla. How Canada is stepping up its role in one of the world’s toughest security missions. Plus, an MP’s push to abolish daylight saving time in Canada.Global NationalOct 2, 2025
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Global News Hour at 6 BC: Oct. 2Vancouver police confirm they have increased security around Jewish institutions following the Manchester synagogue attack on Yom Kippur. A notice of civil claim has been filed against former NHL player Willie Mitchell by an employee at his former Tofino resort and a local filmmaker is bringing to light the incredible career of B.C. artist EJ...Global BCOct 2, 2025
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Musical mushrooms: How a U.K. band is using fungi and plants to create psychedelic beatsSince 2023, “Bionic and the Wires” co-creators Jon Ross and Andy Kidd have been plugging sensors into mushrooms and plants to translate their electrical signals into mechanical motion to play musical instruments. The Manchester-based band believes their creative form of music will change peoples’ perceptions of plants and fungi.ScienceSep 2, 2025
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Calgary police conduct controlled detonations of hazardous materialsAfter a portion of the Manchester Industrial area was evacuated, Calgary police began controlled detonations Wednesday afternoon. Drew Stremick reports.Global News Hour at 6 CalgaryAug 27, 2025
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Calgary activates emergency operations centre after possibly explosive materials foundA section of Calgary’s Manchester Industrial Park was shut down and the bomb squad was brought in after possibly explosive materials were found. Michael King has more.Global News at Noon CalgaryAug 27, 2025
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Bruce Springsteen calls Trump administration ‘corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous’ during UK concertAmerican rock icon Bruce Springsteen slammed the Trump Administration for being “corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous” in an impassioned on-stage speech during his concert at the Co-op Live arena in Manchester, England, on Wednesday, May 14.EntertainmentMay 15, 2025
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Manchester attack survivor talks about getting invitation to Royal WeddingAmelia Thompson, who survived the concert attack in Manchester in 2017, says she was speechless when she received an invitation to the Royal Wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. She was nominated to receive an invitation by her mother, Lisa Newton.Apr 11, 2018
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The Return Of Ariana GrandeNearly a year after the bombing at her Manchester concert, Ariana Grande is back with a new song, “No Tears Left To Cry”.EntertainmentApr 20, 2018
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Ugly scenes as fans rush the pitch following Wigan’s shocking FA Cup upset of Manchester CitySergio Aguero was involved in a confrontation with a fan as ugly scenes marred the end of Wigan Athletic’s shock FA Cup win over Manchester City.Feb 20, 2018
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More local businesses opening in Edmonton’s Manchester SquareIt’s home to a diverse collection of businesses, but it’s been a rollercoaster getting to this point for Manchester Square. After a tough start, the majority of its units are now leased and the building is expected to be fully occupied before the end of the year. Nicole Stillger has more.Global News Hour at 6 EdmontonFeb 4, 2023