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In Bolton West - amid sporadic showers and sunny spells - the Manchester Evening News spoke to voters about the upcoming general election - and the issues they're concerned about as the crunch poll looms.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Sabrina Carpenter revealed to Rolling Stone that Jack Antonoff worked with her on about half of her upcoming sixth studio album, “Short N’ Sweet.” The longtime Taylor Swift collaborator produced and co-wrote Carpenter’s latest hit single, “Please Please Please.” Despite working closely with Swift since “1989” and producing acclaimed albums from Lorde, Lana Del Rey and more, Antonoff’s name often evokes outrage on social media from critics who slam him for having a monotonous production style that has seemingly ruined their favorite artists. Such backlash went viral after the release of Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department” earlier this year, but Carpenter has blunt words for the haters: “Fuck them all.” “Fuck them all,” Carpenter repeated.

Every year when summer rolls around, many of us find that getting a good night's rest can be fairly difficult.

Taylor Swift held Charli XCX’s ‘Brat’ off the top of the UK Albums Chart this week thanks to the new UK-only editions of ‘The Tortured Poets Department’.Charli released her sixth studio album on June 7, and just a few days later shared the deluxe edition, which included three extra tracks in the form of ‘Hello Goodbye’, ‘Guess’ and ‘Spring Breakers’.And it might have been on course to be the singer’s second Number One album in her home country, after 2022’s ‘Crash’, but it was kept off the top spot by the new version of Swift’s all-conquering record.‘The Tortured Poets Department’ claimed its sixth non-consecutive week at Number One on Friday (June 14), thanks in part to a new UK-exclusive digital format that included previously unreleased live recordings. It makes it her longest-running Number One album in the UK to date.With the Eras Tour arriving in the UK last week, several of Taylor’s albums are rising in the charts, with ‘Lover’ and ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’ both also returning to the Top 10 this week.‘Brat’ does, however, boast the biggest opening week of any Charli XCX album so far, eclipsing the first week sales of ‘Crash’, despite charting a place lower.

Crowded House have announced a 12-date UK and European tour to take place this autumn – check out the full list of shows below.The Australian band released their eighth studio album ‘Gravity Stairs’ on May 31, and the upcoming tour will take the same name.The tour will kick off at Manchester’s Co-Op Live on October 8, and will take in Glasgow, London, Brighton, Dublin and Bournemouth, before a show in Birmingham’s Utilita Arena on October 17.Tickets for the UK shows go on sale at 9am BST this Friday (June 21) – you’ll be able to buy yours here.The Gravity Stairs Tour continues. New UK & Europe dates added for October 2024! Tickets on sale Friday 21 June at 9 am local time, except for Dublin at 10 am.

Coldplay have announced their new album ‘Moon Music’, which will be made available on vinyl made from 100 per cent recycled plastic bottles.The band’s 10th studio album will be released on October 4, while its first single ‘feelslikeimfallinginlove’ will be out on Friday (June 21). Pre-order the album here and pre-save the single here.The album has been produced by Max Martin (Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, Katy Perry), and will be available in a limited number of hand-signed editions.

Janelle Monáe, Chappell Roan, MUNA and more have been announced as part of the inaugural New York edition of All Things Go Festival.The festival, which has traditionally curated women-focused and LGBT+ inclusive lineups, will arrive to New York on September 28-29 at Forest Hills Stadium.Though it’s normally hosted in Columbia, Maryland, All Things Go has since expanded outwards to other cities such as Washington, D.C..Set to join Monáe, Roan and MUNA are Reneé Rapp, Ethel Cain, Towa Bird, Julien Baker, Holly Humberstone, Samia, Del Water Gap, Soccer Mommy, Mannequin Pussy, and more.Check out the full lineup for All Things Go below and get any remaining tickets here.A post shared by All Things Go (@allthingsgo)Previous headliners of All Things Go include Lorde, Bleachers, Mitski, Billie Eilish, HAIM, Charli XCX, St Vincent, Maggie Rogers, and CHVRCHES.It was recently announced that MUNA’s Naomi McPherson was to make their acting debut as Janis Ian on ‘SNL 1975’.The film centres around the first episode of Saturday Night Live, which aired in October 1975, focusing in particular on the behind-the-scenes moments before it first came to the small screen. Ian appeared on the show as one of its first musical guests, alongside Billy Preston, who will be portrayed in the film by Jon Batiste.

Coronation Street star Calum Lill has announced he is engaged to his long-term girlfriend as he admitted it was 'about time' he popped the question. The actor took to social media on Sunday (June 16) after asking Roberta Mcclarron to marry him while enjoying a countryside break.

Cynthia Littleton Business Editor UTA and MediaLink are making a splash on the Croisette at Cannes Lions with a big presence that will focus on the growing clout of social media creators, understanding Gen Z and the importance for top-tier brands of being a part of big pop culture moments. The expansive MediaLink Beach installation on the sand and numerous other events during the June 17-21 festival in Cannes also designed to reinforce to Madison Avenue and global marketing mavens that MediaLink’s brand consulting business is moving full steam ahead after a messy split with founder Michael Kassan in March.

Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz have been left "heartbroken" after the sudden death of one of their treasured Chihuahuas, with the couple expressing deep sorrow, saying "we'll miss you so much."

Addison Rae is getting ready for her next moves as a pop star!

Countryfile star Sammi Kinghorn has wonderful childhood memories of living on a rural family farm in the Scottish borders. Whilst her mum Elaine wanted to put her in pretty dresses, she was more interested in learning the family trade - donning overalls and following her dad, Neil, around the farm. By ten years old, she was working in the manning shed and even knew how to perform a caesarean on a ewe.

Wetherspoons pubs, known for their reasonable drink and food prices, can be spotted on almost every British high street.

A sweet moment unfolded during Trooping the Colour on Saturday, 15 June and it had nothing to do with the Royal Family. Instead, a soldier bravely popped the question to his girlfriend outside Buckingham Palace, before dashing off to join the parade.

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are showing off their love for one another during a date night in Malibu, Calif.

So many stars traveled to Milan, Italy to attend a special dinner hosted by Ralph Lauren and Esquire to celebrate the Ralph Lauren Purple Label SP25 presentation on Saturday (June 15).

We got a very rare glimpse into Miley Cyrus‘ relationship with her boyfriend Maxx Morando.

Joe Alwyn indirectly cleared the air about one of Taylor Swift‘s songs, which was rumored to be about him.

Was Joe Alwyn actually the ex who walked into “some bar called the Black Dog” after his breakup with Taylor Swift?

Bambie Thug has dedicated a performance of The Cranberries’ ‘Zombie’ at Download Festival to the people of Palestine.The artist, who memorably represented Ireland at this year’s Eurovision, played the Apex Stage at the Donington festival yesterday (June 14) and took the time to highlight the cause that is close to their heart.After singing the track ‘Trash’ from inside a wheelie bin, Bambie said, “You know what else is trash? Governments that allow genocides to happen. Our voices are more important than ever.”They then played a cover of ‘Zombie’, a song about the innocent victims of political violence, before rounding off the song with a cry of “Free Palestine”.Bambie had previously shared a recorded version of the cover earlier this year, which you can listen to below.The musician spoke to NME in May about playing the main stage of Download Festival this weekend, calling it “mental”.“I can’t wait,” they told NME. “After Eurovision I was like, ‘I’m going to be so bored’.

As the sun shines brighter and the days grow longer, it's time to dust off those chequered blankets and fire up the barbecues for some splendid summer gatherings - and what's a feast without a sweet finale?