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The Sun
09-07-2025
- The Sun
Woman, 39, charged with murder after much-loved great-gran, 93, found dead at home
A WOMAN has been charged with murder after a much-loved 93-year-old great-grandmother was found dead at home. Judy Zussman was discovered by officers at an address in Gatley, Stockport, on the morning of April 16, Greater Manchester Police said. 2 A woman was arrested at the scene and subsequently detained under the Mental Health Act. Amelia Ali, 39, of no fixed abode, has now been charged with murder in connection with the incident, the force said on Wednesday. She will appear at Manchester Crown Court on Thursday. In an earlier tribute, Mrs Zussman's family described her as "a much loved and devoted wife to her late husband Jack, and an adored sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother." Greater Manchester Police previously confirmed it had referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) over previous contact with the deceased.
BBC News
09-07-2025
- BBC News
Woman charged with 93-year-old Stockport great gran's murder
A woman has been charged with murdering a 93-year-old great Zussman was found dead at a house on Altrincham Road in Gatley, Stockport, on 16 April, police Ali, 39, of no fixed address, is due to appear at Manchester Crown Court on Zussman's family previously described her as a "much loved and adored" mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and a "devoted wife" to her late husband Jack. Greater Manchester Police said it had referred itself to the Independent Office of Police Conduct because its officers had previous contact with Mrs Zussman. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
'Making Manchester Britain's second city should be a national priority'
Manchester should be Britain's second city, a leading economist has said. Lord Jim O'Neil has called for more powers to be shifted to regions like it has in Greater Manchester. The ex-Treasury Minister, who was born in Manchester and grew up in Gatley, made the comments on a podcast recorded with Lord Speaker Lord McFall of Alcluith. On the podcast, the ex-Goldman Sachs chief economist backs calls by Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham for more devolved welfare-related spending, and recommends building a 'Northern Elizabeth Line' to unlock connectivity between cities across the UK. READ MORE: 'I'm a homeless single mum, an NHS nurse and want to work full-time - but a DWP rule means I can't' READ MORE: They thought they'd never be caught, until it all went wrong During the discussion, the former Conservative government minister also advocates for powers for regions to raise local taxes. He said: "When I mention that to policymakers here, they think I'm bonkers. "And the only reason they think I'm bonkers is because it's never happened. "But because it's never happened, why does that mean it shouldn't happen?" He added: 'How can people, as well-intentioned as they may be sitting here in Whitehall, have the slightest idea about what's really needed in these local areas? It's virtually impossible. "People here (in Westminster) need to have excitement about giving responsibility to local people in these places to make a national difference. "If you could have, say, three or four other places, West Midlands, North-East, probably West Yorkshire and two or three others … if they all could be doing the same as Greater Manchester has done, and Manchester carries on doing, the national growth performance of the UK, the trend rate of growth, would rise. "Glasgow would be a place that could make a difference to the national growth performance. So I'd definitely include Glasgow." At another point in the wide-ranging discussion, Lord O'Neill said: "Thomas Heatherwick, the great young architect, said to me, 'I have this crazy idea about making Manchester the second city of the country and it being a national priority.' I said, 'You're right'." The episode is the latest in a series of Lord Speaker's Corner podcasts which has previously included Lord Heseltine, Lord Kinnock, Baroness Kidron and Lord Patten among others. The podcast is available to watch on YouTube.
The Sun
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
BBC Race Across The World star's family pay tribute after death aged 24 in horror car crash
THE family of Race Across The World star Sam Gardiner say they are "overwhelmed" by support following his death as they paid tribute. The 24-year-old, who competed in the BBC One series alongside his mum Jo, died following a car crash last month. 6 6 6 A JustGiving page launched in his memory by his family, in aid of National FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder), has so far raised more than £10,000. It comes after Sam's heartbreaking final social media post was revealed. Mr Gardiner's mum said: 'We have been overwhelmed by the tens of thousands of messages of love and support on social media and in comments to press reporting. 'We would like to thank the BBC, Studio Lambert and everyone at Race Across The World production, fellow contestants and fans of the show for all their support at this terrible time. "It has been very comforting to know that Sam touched so many people. 'I have been particularly moved by all the messages that Sam was an inspiration to many who have been impacted by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. 'We adopted Sam and he was diagnosed with FASD. As viewers of season two will recall, this was a big challenge both for Sam and for us as his parents. 'National FASD helped us on that journey. If some good comes of this tragedy, it will be that FASD is better understood.' Mr Gardiner was driving a white Volkswagen Golf R estate when it came off the road and rolled before landing on its side. The accident happened on the A34 in Gatley, near Cheadle, on May 26 and he died three days later from his injuries, his family said last week. Broadcast in March 2020, Sam and Jo ventured across Mexico and Argentina as part of the second series of the BBC show. Moment Race Across The World's Sam Gardiner has emotional heart-to-heart with mum on BBC show as he dies aged 24 Mr Gardiner's dad Andrew said: 'When the news broke last week, friends asked how they could help. 'After some thought, I decided to set up a JustGiving page to raise money for National FASD in memory of Sam. The page is called Sam Gardiner; Super Human. 'I set the target at £500 thinking a few friends might be generous enough to make a donation. So far it's raised 20 times that. "It's very humbling to see the RATW family rally to this worthy cause.' The National Organisation for FASD says on its official website that it 'provides support to people with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, their families and communities, campaigns to raise public awareness, and promotes relevant policies and practices'. The website also describes FASD as resulting 'when prenatal alcohol exposure affects the developing brain and body.." It says: 'FASD is a spectrum. Each person with FASD is affected differently. 'While more than 400 conditions can co-occur, FASD is at its core a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition. "All people with FASD have many strengths. Early diagnosis and appropriate support are essential, especially for executive functioning.' A message on the official National FASD Instagram account said: 'Sam lived his life full of love, exuberance and adventure as seen on BBC's Race Across the World. 'National FASD is both humbled and honoured to help carry on his legacy via donations coming from hundreds.' A private funeral will be held later this month. Race Across The World - Winners so far Since launching in 2019, BBC travel competition series Race Across The World has had four series to date. Let's take a look at back at the winners so far... Series one: Elaine and Tony Teasdale: This married couple, who are retired PE teachers, won the very first series of Race Across The World. Series two: Emon and Jamiul Choudhury: The uncle and nephew duo emerged victorious in the show's second outing. Series three: Tricia Sail and Cathie Rowe: These lifelong friends became the first non-familial pair to win a series. Series four: Alfie Watts and Owen Wood: Both aged 20, these friends bested four other pairs to win series four. 6 6 6
The Independent
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Family of Race Across The World's Sam Gardiner ‘overwhelmed' by support
The family of Race Across The World contestant Sam Gardiner have issued a message of thanks for the love and support following their son's death and also thanked people for donations to a fundraising campaign set up in his memory. The 24-year-old, who competed in the BBC One series alongside his mother Jo, died following a car crash last month. A JustGiving page launched in his memory by his family, in aid of National FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder), has so far raised more than £10,000. His mother said: 'We have been overwhelmed by the tens of thousands of messages of love and support on social media and in comments to press reporting. 'We would like to thank the BBC, Studio Lambert and everyone at Race Across The World production, fellow contestants and fans of the show for all their support at this terrible time. It has been very comforting to know that Sam touched so many people. 'I have been particularly moved by all the messages that Sam was an inspiration to many who have been impacted by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. 'We adopted Sam and he was diagnosed with FASD. As viewers of season two will recall, this was a big challenge both for Sam and for us as his parents. 'National FASD helped us on that journey. If some good comes of this tragedy, it will be that FASD is better understood.' Mr Gardiner was driving a white Volkswagen Golf R estate when it came off the road and rolled before landing on its side. The accident happened on the A34 in Gatley, near Cheadle, on Monday May 26 and he died on May 29 from his injuries, his family said last week. Broadcast in March 2020, Sam and Jo ventured across Mexico and Argentina as part of the second series of the BBC show. Mr Gardiner's father Andrew said: 'When the news broke last week, friends asked how they could help. 'After some thought, I decided to set up a JustGiving page to raise money for National FASD in memory of Sam. The page is called Sam Gardiner; Super Human. 'I set the target at £500 thinking a few friends might be generous enough to make a donation. So far it's raised 20 times that. It's very humbling to see the RATW family rally to this worthy cause.' The National Organisation for FASD says on its official website that it 'provides support to people with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, their families and communities, campaigns to raise public awareness, and promotes relevant policies and practices'. The website also describes FASD as resulting 'when prenatal alcohol exposure affects the developing brain and body.. It says: 'FASD is a spectrum. Each person with FASD is affected differently. 'While more than 400 conditions can co-occur, FASD is at its core a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition. All people with FASD have many strengths. Early diagnosis and appropriate support are essential, especially for executive functioning.' A message on the official National FASD Instagram account said: 'Sam lived his life full of love, exuberance and adventure as seen on BBC's Race Across the World. 'National FASD is both humbled and honoured to help carry on his legacy via donations coming from hundreds.' A private funeral will be held later this month.
