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Hourglass makeup review: Luxury beauty products that deliver on their promises
From silky eyeshadows to glossy lip products, Hourglass continues to impress with makeup designed to look as good as it feels to use. We tested some of the brand’s hero products to see which ones stand out.
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Health column: good food shouldn't be a luxury for families in Wigan
Wigan Council's director of public health Rachael Musgrave on the importance of making healthy choices more achievable.
Former US President Barack Obama to appear in Manchester this October
It’s not every day that UK residents get the opportunity to sit in the same room as a former US president.
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Young Brits are swapping boozy nights out for the great outdoors
Eight in 10 young Brits now prefer to socialise through healthy activities rather than going on a traditional night out.
Amazon eclipse glasses fall to 66p each before rare UK event
A 12-pack of Galaxium solar eclipse glasses has fallen to £7.95 ahead of the major partial eclipse visible across the UK on August 12, 2026.
Award-winning florist launches extra 15% off discount code to help shoppers save on flowers and gifts
Whether you're celebrating a birthday, saying thank you, offering sympathy or simply letting someone know you're thinking of them, a beautiful bouquet is a timeless gesture that's almost always appreciated.
Liz Earle's luxurious cleansing balm is winning five-star reviews from long-time fans
Long-time Liz Earle fans say this luxurious cleansing balm feels every bit as premium as it looks, gently melting away makeup while leaving skin feeling soft, hydrated and refreshed.
Parents issued warning amid reports of youths 'lighting fires' in Wigan
"Officers have been making enquiries"
Man found with 'rifle' arrested and bomb squad called following discovery of 'grenade-type' device
An investigation is underway
Amazon’s jumbo vacuum storage bags fall to £11.38
The airtight jumbo bags use a double-zip closure and triple-seal valve to compress duvets, pillows, blankets and seasonal clothing.
Relief for the Wigan town 'cut off' for 60 years
Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) said train services would reduce journey times into Manchester city centre by up to 30 minutes
Blink pet camera with 360-degree view falls to £16.99
The plug-in indoor camera can pan and tilt around a room, helping owners check on pets through the Blink app while away from home.
Full list of UK locations Aldi wants to open new stores - including four in Greater Manchester
The supermarket has listed 160 'required locations' for expansion
Wigan mum wins damages from easyJet after being injured in a fall while on holiday in Egypt
A Wigan holidaymaker injured in a poolside fall has secured more than £17,000 in damages against easyJet.
DJI unveils Osmo Pocket 4P with dual-lens gimbal camera
The Osmo Pocket 4P is DJI’s first-dual lens product.
£389 ‘hotel-style’ memory foam mattress slashed to £69 with free delivery
Five sizes are included in the promotion, combining an open-coil support core with memory foam, medium firmness and a breathable cover
We tried out a caravan holiday in coastal Wales and this is what we thought
Having never visited Wales before, when give the opportunity for a four night stay at Aber Bay caravan park, just a short walk from Aberystwyth, I jumped at the chance.
Work starts on a new railway station for a Wigan town ‘cut off’ for 60 years
Work to create Greater Manchester’s first new railway station in more than two decades has begun.
Aldi is giving away beauty favourites from its Lacura Marine skincare collection for free
Beauty fans can enter Aldi's giveaway for the chance to win its five-piece Lacura Marine skincare collection
Half of UK football fans admit secretly backing another country during international tournaments
New research from Heathrow Express reveals many fans’ loyalties are going global - with over half backing a second team and nearly a third keen to travel abroad for a match in future.