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Labour holds Greater Manchester mayoralty after counting goes to second round
A Legacy in Transition The departure of Andy Burnham to 10 Downing Street has fundamentally altered the political calculus in Greater Manchester. During his years in office, Burnham was credited with pioneering the "Manchester Model" of devolution, a strategy that saw the city-region gain unprecedented control over transport, healthcare, and infrastructure budgets. His ability to […]
UK: Manchester Mayoral Candidates Should Condemn UAE Abuses
In a significant move that bridges local municipal governance with international human rights advocacy, Human Rights Watch and FairSquare have issued a joint letter calling on candidates in the upcoming Greater Manchester mayoral by-election to take a firm public stand against the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) human rights record. The organizations argue that the next […]
The Future Belongs to Holistic Leaders: University of Manchester’s Vision for a Rapidly Evolving Hong Kong
Professor Fiona Devine’s return to Hong Kong in 2024 marked a significant moment, her first visit since 2019, a period that has witnessed profound transformations in both the vibrant metropolis and the global higher education sector. As the current Vice-President and Dean of the Faculty of Humanities at the prestigious University of Manchester, and formerly […]
Manchester City Ignite Premier League Title Race With Dominant 3-0 Victory Over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge
The English Premier League title race took a dramatic turn on Sunday, April 12, 2026, as Manchester City secured a clinical 3-0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. This decisive result has significantly altered the landscape of the championship, pulling Pep Guardiola’s side within six points of league leaders Arsenal, with a game still in […]
