Stepping into Manchester’s Opera House, Motown the Musical instantly transports you back to the American age of music, culture, oppression and a looming war.

Self-proclaimed “remoaner” funny-man Nish Kumar unleashed an impassioned tirade of fire and fury on the people of Salford at the Lowry Theatre, the biggest audience that he has ever performed for.

Punk pioneers Stiff Little Fingers are coming back to Manchester, celebrating the 40th anniversary of their debut album Inflammable Material.

The Ivy has long had a reputation as a haunt for the rich and famous in London, with its name synonymous with class, style and, of course, celebrities.

From stadium tours to a few games of poker at the casino, you don’t need reminding how incredible Manchester is. Here’s a guide to a day out in the Northern focal point.

Worsley ski sensation Anna Kamaly-Asl was so tired she needed ice pouring down her neck to keep her awake but still held on for overall under-16 silver at the English Alpine Skiing Championships.

Everyone loves to shop and in this contemporary age the more luxurious the better – with that in mind MM takes a look at some of Manchester’s most luxurious shops…

Haytham Alhamwi’s head was turned towards bettering his nation’s broken politics as a university student. Through peaceful protests and a brutal prison stretch, he now runs one of the country’s most vital Syrian support groups from Longsight, Manchester. This is his remarkable story.

Fans filled Manchester Arena on Tuesday night to see one of hip-hop’s biggest names perform and they, including myself, were not disappointed.

At lot more than league position will be on the line as Manchester United and Liverpool clash in the top flight on Sunday.

Not many directors can boast of a BAFTA nomination for their debut feature length film, and not many can boast of also being in the running for a Turner Prize. Richard Billingham can.