Ghost hunters, led by Dan Litchfield, captured footage of a shadowy figure in a grade-II listed building in Mansfield, where seven monks were historically burnt alive. The site, known as 'The Village,' has a storied past involving tunnels from Newstead Abbey used by monks to escape during the Dissolution of the Monasteries. The team recorded multiple sightings of the apparition, reinforcing the location's reputation as a paranormal hotspot. Dan, who founded the UK Ghost Hunters collective, expressed his amazement at the findings and plans to return for further investigations.

Labour's vote share in Liverpool and the North West may increase in the upcoming General Election, with a survey indicating a rise from 45.2% in 2015 to 47.7%. The Conservatives are also expected to see a slight increase. Key battlegrounds include Wirral South and Wirral West, with Labour's Alison McGovern potentially increasing her majority, while Margaret Greenwood may face a tougher challenge. UKIP is predicted to lose significant support, while the Liberal Democrats and Greens are expected to maintain similar vote shares. The survey highlights a generational divide in support for Labour and the Conservatives, with younger voters favoring Labour and older voters leaning towards the Conservatives. Opinions on Brexit's impact on voting are split, and Theresa May is seen as a better Brexit negotiator by a narrow margin.

St Luke's Church, known as the Bombed Out Church, is a significant cultural and historical site in Liverpool, serving as a memorial to those killed in the Liverpool Blitz. The church, which was damaged during a 1941 bombing, has been preserved as a managed ruin and arts venue. The Liverpool City Council plans to grant a 30-year lease to a community group to further develop the site. The church has attracted support from notable figures like Paul McCartney and Yoko Ono and continues to host various cultural events, including music, theatre, and cinema. The site also holds historical significance, with its construction dating back to 1811 and containing what is believed to be Liverpool's first Liver Bird.

Prime Minister Theresa May has called for a snap general election on June 8, citing the need for a stronger Conservative majority to support Brexit negotiations. Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn welcomes the election as an opportunity for change, while Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon criticizes the move as a political miscalculation. The Conservative Party holds a significant lead in opinion polls, and some Labour MPs, including Alan Johnson, have announced their intention to step down.