Andy Burnham admits plans for cheaper bus fares by September still not signed off

killed three people and injured a fourth outside a Chicago gay bar earlier this month.Tavis Dunbar, 34, was taken into police custody on Aug. 22 and charged with three counts of first-degree murder and one count of first-degree attempted murder, Chicago Police Superintendent David Brown said during a news conference on Tuesday, which was shared on Facebook. Brown claimed an investigation showed Dunbar “intentionally struck multiple pedestrians” when he plowed his car into a crowd of people gathered outside the Jeffery Pub, a Black-owned gay club on Chicago’s South Side, around 5 a.m.

Vanessa Bryant will never be able to bring her late husband, Kobe Bryant back, but she can put the case surrounding his and Gianna’s crash photos behind her. It was announced Wednesday, August 24, that a federal jury found that Los Angeles County must pay $31 million in damages to Vanessa and her co-plaintiff Christopher Chester. Christopher lost his wife Sarah and their 13-year-old daughter Payton in the 2020 helicopter crash. Vanessa will be awarded $16 million and Christopher $15 million.

EASTENDERS has shared its first teaser clip of the whole Mitchell family in an upcoming flashback episode. EastEnders has given fans a first glimpse of the Walford institutions as they deal with financial havoc in 1979. The special episode, which was announced last month and will air on September 5, is set to take viewers back to the winter of 1979 as the iconic Walford family struggles with economic turmoil in Britain.

THE NeverEnding Story was a staple film that filled many a childhood with joy - yet can you guess who this star is? It's been a staggering 38 years since young Bastian Balthazar Bux fell into the world of The NeverEnding Story. Actor Barret Oliver played the adorable long-haired schoolboy, who was inseparable from the NeverEnding Story book and read it in the school attic while escaping bullies.

HEARTBROKEN Gerald Butler today led mourners in saying a final goodbye to Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh. The singer, 41, was tragically found dead in his US apartment on August 11. Around 100 mourners gathered to pay their respects to Darius as he was laid to rest today.

KERRY Katona has shown off her huge new home on social media after terrifying burglaries forced her to leave her previous house. The mum-of-five lives in the impressive property with fiance Ryan Mahoney and her three youngest - Max, Heidi and Dylan-Jorge. In an Instagram live stream Kerry, 41, revealed she has a cinema room and even a gym at the new house.

Every week here at Official Charts we compile our fancy list of single, album and home entertainment releases; bringing you the latest music you need to know about. Let's dive into this week's, shall we?

Joe Otterson TV Reporter WWE superstar Bianca Belair has signed with WME for representation in all areas, Variety has learned exclusively. With the signing, the powerhouse Hollywood agency will work to build her business across podcasting, acting, marketing, and more. Belair was originally a track and field standout at the University of Tennessee, where she earned All-SEC and All-American Honors. She first signed with WWE in 2016, joining the sports entertainment giant’s developmental brand, NXT. During her time there, she challenged for the NXT Women’s Championship on multiple occasions and went on a winning streak that lasted just over a year.

Emmerdale tonight (August 25, 2022).The shock revelation leaves the villagers and Amelia's father Dan stunned, after the news is accidentally blurted out at the school prom.Tensions ride high after the news, with Dan being held back from attacking Noah – who everyone presumes is the father.READ NEXT: Emmerdale's 'best loved characters in peril' as devastating storm to rip through villageNoah has previously denied being the father, but fans have recently taken to social media to speculate about whether he is telling the truth.Meanwhile, other fans have questioned who the father could be – and what lies ahead for Amelia and those around her going into Emmerdale's 50th anniversary episodes.Here, Daily Star takes a closer look at the fan theories surrounding Amelia.Viewers were shocked after Kit began a dangerous affair with both Laurel and Gabby, with many fans taking to social media to say they would not be surprised if he has multiple flings in the future.One said: "What the hell, Kit's making himself busy, working his way through the village."Following his previous flings, some viewers think that the truth about Amelia's baby's father could be exposed – and that the father is actually Kit."My money is on Kit being the father of Amelia's baby," with another adding: "Kit for the dad of Amelia's baby."“It’s Kit the physio. I’d guess.

Amanda Holden gushed with pride after receiving her daughter Lexi's GCSE results as she shared the news with her followers.The devoted mum took to her Instagram stories to brag to her fans as she congratulated her eldest child on her hard work.Amanda, 51, sat on some garden steps in the photo dressed in a white striped shirt with her hair tied back as she flung her arm in the air, holding her phone in one hand.READ MORE: Amanda Holden ‘worried’ daughter Lexi will join Love Island after Gemma Owen She then captioned the post: "Me when we got Lexi's results this morning. She smashed it.

Tipping Point viewers were left feeling frustrated when one contestant kept on pressing his buzzer with all his strength - and host Ben Shephard felt their pain.Ben welcomed four contestants to the famous ITV studio and they battled it out to win the highly sought after cash prizes.Sital, Andrea, Nathaniel and Ann answered a series of questions to win turns on an arcade-style machine.READ MORE:Tipping Point viewers all say same thing about 'sexiest cow' question on ITV showDropping tokens down a choice of four chutes, they each hoped to knock piles of the counters off a moving shelve – the more they collected, the greater the prize fund.Things got off to a tricky start for contestant Nathaniel who failed to answer any questions correctly during the first round of the competition despite slamming his buzzer.Nathaniel pressed his button with such force that presenter Ben even said: "You were too slow Nathaniel, but we all felt it."Viewers at home were quick to point out the enthusiastic player's annoying habit.Taking to Twitter, one fan penned: "Nathaniel is about to hulk out on his buzzer."A second person posted: "Why doesn't Nathaniel keep his hand on the buzzer instead of launching it from three feet?""Nathaniel gonna smash that button," a third viewer predicted."While a fourth said: "If Nathaniel puts his bloody hands on the button he mind actually press it first!"Nathaniel did eventually manage to press his buzzer before his competitors but things didn't quite go to plan for the contestant.He completely froze and ran out of time before he could answer the question on a question on music.Tipping Point viewers couldn't believe their eyes as Nathaniel failed to answer the question during his time to shine.One fan

EastEnders actress Rose Ayling-Ellis has announced her groundbreaking new career move just weeks after quitting the BBC soap. The Strictly Come Dancing winner has taken to instagram posting a lengthy statement about her exciting new project – a groundbreaking documentary about the daily challenges of being deaf.

The Chase has caused a stir online thanks to their strange fashion accessory.The Chase was back on our screens tonight giving four contestants the chance to go up against The Chaser and try to take home a cash prize.As contestant Jenny joined the quiz team panel to go up against genius Chaser Mark Labbett, fans couldn’t help but notice her very unusual necklace.Jenny, English Literature student from Chichester, appeared to wearing a necklace that featured a large typewriter on it – leaving fans baffled.“Does she have a “ typewriter” necklace?” asked one viewer.“Fantastic necklace,” said a second.A third added: “Amazing typewriter necklace on The Chase.”While a fourth quipped: “Jenny’s cheating - that’s a memory card around her neck.”This is a live TV story and is being constantly updated.

Hollywood actor Gerard Butler led mourners at the funeral of late Pop Idol star Darius Campbell Danesh.An intimate funeral service was held for the Scottish singer in Glasgow on Thursday (August 25) so the star could finally be laid to rest.It comes after the musician tragically died aged 41 and was found dead in his US apartment on August 11.READ MORE:Darius Campbell Danesh 'weeks away from Pop Idol comeback' before tragic death aged 41Around 100 mourners reportedly gathered to pay their tributes to the former Pop Idol star, according to The Sun and other outlets.It was also reported a lone piper played Caledonia during the emotional procession.A-list actor Gerard Butler, a close pal of Darius, was among those saying a final farewell to the star.The Scottish actor previously called fellow Scot Darius a "true brother in arms" following the heartbreaking news of the singer's death.Butler went on: "My thoughts and love go to his wonderful mum and dad Avril and Booth and his two brilliant brothers Aria and Cyrus."To those lucky enough to have met Darius for more than a few minutes, they were deeply moved by his infectious laugh and barely containable zest for life."He was always armed with a smile, a booming voice, and a genuinely warm embrace that few could resist – nor would they want to!!! He was an incredible talent, a singer whose voice touched your soul and an actor with great presence."But, most importantly, he had the heart of a lion.

murdered his friend while high has been executed by lethal injection on Oklahoma's merciless Death Row.James Coddington, 50, who hammered Albert Hale to death in 1997, had a final attempt to spare his life rejected just 24 hours before being served up his last meal.The murderer who was bottle-fed booze as a kid, lashed out at Hale 25 years ago after his request for £42 ($50) to spend on cocaine was turned down.READ MORE: Autopsy records on ‘botched’ execution to remain secret for monthsThis week the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board said the murder was addiction-driven and recommended Coddington was taken off Death Row and his sentence to be commuted to life without parole.Sadly for the convict, the state's governor declined to grant clemency even after a heart-breaking five-minute plea for his life at the parole hearing, Coddington said: "I can’t apologise enough for what I did.”Adding that Hale was "one of my friends", he said he was trying to help him through his dark times by not giving him the cash."And for that, he lost his life," Coddington added.A brief statement from the governor's office said: "After thoroughly reviewing arguments and evidence presented by all sides of the case, Governor Kevin Stitt has denied the Pardon and Parole Board's clemency recommendation for James Allen Coddington."Emma Rolls who has been fighting for the 50-year-old to come of Death Row said the inmate and his legal team were "profoundly disheartened" by the decision, but appreciated the parole board's "careful consideration".She accepted its clemency recommendation "acknowledged James's sincere remorse and meaningful transformation during his years on death row."Ms Rolls told CNN: "James is loved by many people and he has touched the

The Queen is a mother, grandmother and at last count a great-grandmother of a massive 12 members of the Royal Family. With all of those family members comes the inevitable joy of hearing that one is to welcome a new member into the clan. For any parent, it’s almost a rite of passage to envision and lovingly create a nursery for their little ones to play and grow in – and the Royal Family is no different.

Many TV viewers were quick to recognise one of the models on This Morning on Thursday, as Maisie Smith's mum Julia appeared during Lisa Snowdon's fashion segment. Lisa, 50, was showing viewers the best way to style different types of trousers on 25 August's show, with guest hosts Ruth Langsford, 62, and Rylan Clark, 33, joining her by the side of the catwalk. Julia was one of the models featured in the segment, and the mum-of-two wore a French-inspired look consisting of a striped blouse and tapered trousers, paired with a crossbody bag.

Since their breakup, fans have had questions over why Sylvester Stallone and Jennifer Flavin divorced and the real reason for their split.

Greater Manchester’s new buses will be painted in an ‘iconic’ Mancunian colour scheme, the city-region’s mayor has said.

Plans to bring buses in Greater Manchester back under public control are progressing as leaders agree to buy new electric buses and bus depots. The Bee Network - the name given to the new London-style integrated public transport system - is set to be rolled out across the region by the end of 2024.

Andy Burnham says "no stone will be left unturned" during the investigation into a tragedy at a mill in Oldham. A major incident has been declared after human remains were found at Bismark House Mill in the Derker area of the town.