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Chronic pain sufferers could be set for some relief as Manchester-based research has discovered the body’s natural painkillers could be enhanced.

The garden will be the fifth of its kind in the country, with the four others occupying spaces in Surrey, Devon, Essex and Yorkshire and currently recording record growth with a combined audience of 1.76 million visitors a year.

The warning comes as colleagues across Manchester last night faced a race against time to register for a crucial ballot on strike action.

The former manager of The Smiths, Joe Moss, has died at the age of 72.

The Chinese president visited the National Graphene Institute (NGI) at the University of Manchester today to learn about future graphene applications being developed in the city.

The Chinese president is in Manchester today to confirm millions of pounds worth of business deals, including the first direct flight from the city to China.

A national ballot has revealed the political issues most important to young people, citing the living wage, tackling racism, and mental health as some of the most prominent problems.

Political figures from Greater Manchester and beyond have responded with sadness to the death of Michael Meacher MP, describing him as a ‘quintessential gentleman’ who made a ‘significant contribution to national and international politics’.

Just 20% of the children adopted in England last year were over four, even though parents said that over-fours are much less demanding to care for, according to a survey by First4Adoption.

Prince Harry presented a prestigious award to a member of staff from Manchester Children’s Hospital, after she was nominated by a child patient.

Oldham Council is planning a number of Remembrance Sunday ceremonies to honour those who have fallen during warfare.