Upside Down House is the only one of its kind in the North West

Welcome to Castlefield: The OLDEST corner of Manchester

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We went down to Castlefield, the site responsible for Manchester becoming the city it is today.

The North East’s Oldest Settlement Dates back to 3000BC

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Overlooking the mouth of the River Tyne in South Shields stands one of the most fascinating Roman sites in Britain. Arbeia Roman Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site that once played a vital role in defending the northern frontier of the Roman Empire.

The Square Mile: London’s most historic area

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We take a deeper look at the ‘city of London’.

Passed your MOT? You might still be driving an unsafe car

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We explain why MOT advisories matter — and what happens when drivers choose to ignore them.

Liverpool drivers told not to delay fixing faults after MOT

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With MOT faults going unfixed in Liverpool, experts warn of the cost — and the danger — of delay.

Rail staff gave up days off to support parade effort

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Hospital treatment was provided to 50 people after they were struck by a Ford Galaxy. Staff from Merseyrail gave up their days off to support efforts

Live music events across Glasgow in July 2025

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Glasgow is well renowned for its vibrant live music scene, which truly comes to life in the summer. <br /><br />These events are the beating heart of the city - they represent community and togetherness, amplifying its spirit. <br /><br />Even in the depths of winter there is always somewhere you can watch a musician play every night of the week. <br /><br />So it gets all the more exciting when outdoor stages start getting built ready for the warmer weather. <br /><br />So, as July comes around here is a number of big gigs taking place across Glasgow over the next month. <br />

A thousand years of change in Aston

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Aston is one of the oldest recorded areas in Birmingham, mentioned in the Domesday Book nearly a thousand years ago. This report explores the suburb’s layered history—from manor estates and Jacobean mansions to tower blocks and Premier League football. Presenter Richard Gullick traces Aston’s evolution across six locations, revealing how its past still shapes its people and place.

If your car passes its MOT but has advisories, do you fix them straight away?

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1 in 6 who avoid MOT advisories suffer a breakdown. Should there be rules around fixing them?

Do you fix MOT advisories - or do you risk it? Birmingham drivers respond

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One in six drivers who ignore MOT advisories suffer a breakdown. We ask motorists in Birmingham whether they fix advisories straight away—or take the gamble. Should there be stricter rules?