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Burnham to Publish Manchester City Dealings After Criticism — 2dPrime Minister Andy Burnham says he will make public his dealings with Manchester City during his time as Greater Manchester mayor, including details of one significant meeting in 2021. The pledge follows criticism of his comments about the club’s owners after an independent commission found City breached Premier League financial rules; the club is appealing, and the process is ongoing.

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Iranians charged over alleged plot targeting Manchester Jews — Oct 2, 2026Two Iranian nationals have been charged with allegedly preparing a terrorist attack targeting Manchester’s Jewish community ahead of Yom Kippur. Police say the men may have been in contact with an overseas third party, possibly in Iran, and that the suspected plot was disrupted; the defendants are due in court and the allegations have not been proven.

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Priya Raman Charging the pair is right but the court must prove everything since the claims remain untested.

Manchester City Found Guilty of Premier League Breaches — Sep 27, 2026Tony Pulis says Manchester City’s reported guilty verdict on most of the Premier League’s financial-rule charges has left him feeling cheated over Stoke’s 1-0 loss in the 2011 FA Cup final. He doubts Stoke will be awarded the trophy, while City deny wrongdoing and are expected to appeal; potential sanctions remain undecided.

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Guardiola reaffirms support for Manchester City after financial breach findings — Sep 30, 2026Pep Guardiola said on X he remains "behind my club" after a Premier League commission found Manchester City guilty of financial breaches involving more than £900 million.

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Maya Lindstrom Guardiola's public support for City makes sense given how much he's built there, but the scale of those breaches is hard to ignore.

Manchester City Reportedly Found in Breach of 114 of 115 Premier League Rules — Sep 25, 2026Manchester City were reportedly found in breach of 114 of 115 Premier League financial charges covering 2009-2018. Sanctions are undecided; neither the club nor the league has confirmed.

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Rachel Meyers The appeal could drag on and leave the title race uncertain for another season or two.

AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Manchester United’s €120 Million Bale Bid Failed in 2013 — Sep 24, 2026André Villas-Boas says Manchester United made a late €120 million bid to sign Gareth Bale from Tottenham in 2013, but Bale was determined to join Real Madrid, and the offer failed to change his mind.

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Gakpo Discusses Pregnancy Loss, Near Manchester City Move — Sep 25, 2026Cody Gakpo said a difficult summer brought personal grief after he and his partner lost their unborn child, alongside uncertainty over his Liverpool future as a reported £80 million move to Manchester City fell through. He said he is focusing on what he can control: playing football and spending time with family and friends.

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Manchester United Posts Record Revenue, £47m Pre-Tax Loss — Sep 23, 2026Manchester United posted record £677.6m revenue for 2025-26 and a seventh straight pre-tax loss of about £47m, with seven-year losses at £444m.

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Derek Foss Record revenue sounds good until you see seven straight years of losses adding up to hundreds of millions.

Sesko Missing From Manchester United Squad Against Fulham — Sep 19, 2026Benjamin Sesko did not travel or was left out of Manchester United’s squad for the Fulham game due to a shin injury or fitness doubts, leaving Matheus Cunha to lead the line if he remains unavailable. United have rotated selections with Luke Shaw returning, Baleba potentially making his debut, and ongoing questions about Carrick’s striking options as they chase a win.

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Marcus Bell Shaw returning is a positive but the striking options still look thin, Carrick has to find a better solution fast.

Brighton Beats Manchester United After 2-0 Comeback — Sep 16, 2026Manchester United were eliminated from the Carabao Cup after a 3-2 defeat to Brighton, surrendering an early 2-0 lead as the Seagulls staged a dramatic comeback with goals before and after the break. The defeat, following a turbulent week that included a derby setback, heightens scrutiny on Michael Carrick and United's early-season form.

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Sam Okafor United blew a two goal lead far too easily, the defense looked lost after the break and Carrick has real work ahead.

JJ Gabriel Seeks Manchester United Exit — Sep 15, 2026JJ Gabriel, 15, formally asked Manchester United to cancel his registration and become a free agent after joining the club at 11.

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Sam Okafor Barcelona interest makes sense for his style but rushing out of contract at this age feels risky.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

UK Announces Manchester Synagogue Attack Inquiry — 1dHome Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced a public inquiry into the Oct. 2, 2025 Heaton Park synagogue attack deaths after police said they missed extremist data on the attacker's devices.

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Football regulator chair threatens resignation over City interference — 3hIndependent Football Regulator chair David Kogan says he will resign if politicians interfere in any future action against Manchester City. The club has appealed an independent commission’s finding that it breached financial rules; the regulator could assess its owners if the verdict stands, while Kogan says it has faced no political pressure.

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Sam Okafor The club deserves a fair appeal process but owners must still face proper checks if the financial breaches are upheld.

Hartford Crash Kills One, Critically Injures AnotherAuto — 1dOne person was killed and another is in critical condition after a car crashed into a tree at Cornwall and Manchester streets in Hartford on Sunday afternoon. Police are investigating the cause; firefighters extricated both occupants and took them to a hospital.

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Restaurant openings span landmark sites in three citiesLifestyle — Oct 5, 2026New dining and nightlife spots are opening in New Orleans, Manchester and San Antonio: Preservation Hall’s first restaurant and bar, an Italian grill-and-cocktail venue called GiGi, and Park @ 510 Deli & Market at Hemisfair. Their offerings range from live-music-centered evenings and Italian sharing plates to casual deli fare, market goods and drinks.

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Jim Carrey vs Adam SandlerYourlist — VS BattleRubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.

Haaland Urges Unity After City Guilty Verdict — 5dErling Haaland urged Manchester City players and fans to stay united and positive after an independent commission found the club guilty of nearly all charges in the Premier League’s financial case. City have appealed the verdict and face Liverpool at Anfield in their first match since it was announced.

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Tuchel voices sympathy for clubless Raheem Sterling after career struggles — Oct 2, 2026England manager Thomas Tuchel expressed sympathy for Raheem Sterling, saying the forward has struggled since leaving Manchester City and hoping he can revive his career. Sterling is without a club after spells at Chelsea, Arsenal and Feyenoord, and is awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty to dangerous-driving and nitrous oxide offenses.

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Jared Kim Tuchel's right to sympathize but Sterling brought some of this on himself with those driving charges.

British Government Calls Manchester City Case Incredibly Serious Matter — Sep 29, 2026

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Manchester United face multiple international-break injuriesSports — Sep 27, 2026

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NYC Mayor Appears to Mock Man City Ruling — Sep 26, 2026New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, an Arsenal supporter, appeared to mock rival Manchester City by posting “114” after reports that the club was found guilty of 114 Premier League financial-rule charges. City denies wrongdoing and is expected to appeal; sanctions have not yet been determined.

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Father seeks $400 million over children’s deathsPolitics — Sep 23, 2026Vivian Labbe-Cohn, a Manchester entrepreneur and beloved family matriarch, has died; a prayer service is planned for Sept. 30. Kentucky kicker Adam Zouagui’s 52-yard, upright-bouncing game-winner against Texas A&M marked a major comeback, while the father of four children killed in Mechanicville filed a $400 million claim against local governments and school districts, alleging failures tied to their abuse and deaths.

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Liverpool signings aid unbeaten run while United newcomers struggle early — Sep 22, 2026Across these clubs, the summer window produced hefty outlays and high expectations, yet early returns were mixed: Liverpool’s high-profile signings have not yet translated into consistent impact as Andoni Iraola shapes his squad, while Manchester United’s new signings under Michael Carrick have shown uneven form with players like Andrey Santos struggling to complete 90 minutes. In contrast, Premier Soccer League signings have begun to pay off quickly, with several players delivering goals and assists and signaling positive early returns for their clubs.

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Moose Jaw Warriors Open WHL Season With Overtime Win — Sep 20, 2026Moose Jaw Warriors edged the Saskatoon Blades 7-6 in overtime to open the WHL season, led by Gage Nagel’s hat trick and Colt Carter’s goals, as local prep teams also posted wins over the weekend. Across football and other major leagues, Manchester City took the Premier League lead, Ireland prepared for Nations League fixtures, and NFL/MLB updates plus a Week 10 waiver-wire guide shaped weekend sports coverage.

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Chris Dalton Blades came close but the Warriors depth showed up when it mattered most in the extra frame.

First YDC Criminal Trial Begins in New Hampshire — Sep 14, 2026Jeffrey Buskey, 60, faces 21 sexual assault counts as David Meehan tells a Manchester jury the Youth Development Center was "Hell," opening the first YDC criminal trial.

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Marcus Bell Reducing the civil award after the Meehan verdict feels like it undercuts the victims again.