Latest News
- Manchester United dismiss manager Michael Carrick after poor start to season
- Retro technology boosts holiday shopping among young Canadians this year
- Nvidia board reportedly plans to remove CEO Jensen Huang amid controversy
- CCTV footage shows moped fleeing scene of Clapham bus driver shooting
- Hunter investigated for alleged shooting of Iberian lynx reintroduced to wild
- Democrat Scott Colom wins Mississippi Senate seat as state’s first Black senator
- Building collapse in Brooklyn results in two fatalities and multiple injuries
- Canada maintains ban on Russian players from World Juniors despite valid visas
A Black Lives Matters protest in London regarding Chris Kaba.
Looks like the white, middle class organisers forget to invite any black people.
In the wake of death of UK political prisoner, Peter Lynch, who was fast tracked into prison for essentially shouting in the street.
The grandfather was ultimately sentenced to death.
Pakistani family who attacked police at Manchester Airport, STILL haven't even been charged.
Tiny ‘Black Lives Matter’ crowd gathers outside the Old Bailey courtrooms to protest the not guilty verdict of the police officer who shot violent criminal Chris Kaba.
Kaba rammed his car repeatedly into armed police officers’ cars.
BLM is finished in the UK.
UK public borrowing exceeds official forecast in September
Government borrowing overshot official projections in September, which is a sign of the difficult fiscal position that the Chancellor faces as she puts the finishing touches on her first tax and spending budget.
November 12, 2026
11:00 am
Get you up to speed: Manchester United sack Michael Carrick as manager
Manchester United have sacked manager Michael Carrick following a poor start to the season that has left the club in the relegation zone of the Premier League. The decision was confirmed by the club in a statement on Thursday after Carrick’s tenure included only three wins across all competitions.
Manchester United’s management is in discussions to appoint a permanent successor to Michael Carrick, with Mauricio Pochettino reportedly favoured for the role. The club will seek to make this appointment before their next match against Liverpool on November 22.
Manchester United confirmed the sacking of Michael Carrick, stating that “a change is necessary in order to achieve our ambitions,” while also emphasizing Carrick’s dedication and professionalism during his time with the club. The club is expected to appoint a new manager quickly, with Mauricio Pochettino emerging as the frontrunner, potentially leading the team into their next match against Liverpool on November 22.
What remains unclear — The exact timeline and criteria for appointing a permanent successor to Michael Carrick have not been disclosed by Manchester United.
Manchester United dismiss manager Michael Carrick after poor start to season
DEVELOPING STORYDEVELOPING STORY, Sport|FootballManchester United sack Michael Carrick as manager
Carrick exits after United drop to 18th in Premier League table; he led them to three wins across all competitions.
Published On 12 Nov 202612 Nov 2026
Published On 12 Nov 202612 Nov 2026Manchester United have sacked manager Michael Carrick, the Premier League club confirmed in a statement, amid a torrid time for the global football giants, who find themselves in the league’s relegation zone.
Carrick’s departure, which had been imminent after United made their worst start to the English top flight in 40 years, was announced on Thursday by the club, which said it would “appoint a permanent successor as quickly as possible.”
“Manchester United can confirm that Michael Carrick has departed his role as men’s first-team head coach”, the Old Trafford club said in a statement.
“After a disappointing start to the season, the club has come to the extremely difficult conclusion that a change is necessary in order to achieve our ambitions.”
United, 13-time Premier League champions, have been heavily linked with US Men’s National Team coach Mauricio Pochettino.
Pochettino – whose release from the contract extension he signed as USA head coach has reportedly been arranged – would become the eighth permanent man in charge at Old Trafford since Sir Alex Ferguson’s departure in May 2013 after more than 26 years in the job.
United’s statement termed Carrick a club legend.
“Just as he [Carrick] did as a player, he has conducted himself with the highest standards of dedication and professionalism throughout his time back with the club,” the statement added.
“His leadership and achievements last season will always be fondly remembered.”
The 45-year-old’s last game as United’s head coach ended in a dramatic late draw against Aston Villa at Old Trafford, where the furious home fans voiced their anger towards the club’s ownership.
United needed a stoppage-time equaliser to eke out a point against 10th-placed Villa, but it was not enough to lift them out of the Premier League’s relegation zone.
The Red Devils briefly dropped to the bottom of the table before results elsewhere in the league took them back to 18th place with eight points from their 10 games this season.
Carrick, who was handed the United job on an interim basis in January, knew his managerial position was under threat following a series of disappointing results in recent weeks.
United have endured four losses and five draws, with their solitary win coming against Ipswich Town in late August.
They were also knocked out of the English League Cup in the third round, and have made an unconvincing start in their Champions League campaign, with two wins and as many losses.
Overall, United have won only three times in 15 games across all competitions this season.
Michael Carrick leaves, with Man United sitting in the relegation zone [Carl Recine/Getty Images]
Carrick’s sacking marks the end of a rollercoaster reign at the club.
The former United midfielder, who also captained the club in his final season as a player, took over from the sacked Ruben Amorim last term, when the team were seventh, but lifted them to a third-place finish and secured Champions League qualification at the end of the 2025-26 season.
The players looked like a better, more exciting version of themselves under Carrick when he first took over, but fans’ optimism vanished when the revival did not continue into the current campaign.
United’s defeat to newly-promoted Hull City in their opening match of the league season marked an embarrassing start for the former champions. What followed was further humiliation on and off the field, with a dressing room rift damaging Carrick’s image, and the club’s hierarchy losing faith in one of their own.
British media have linked several high-profile managers to the job.
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe and ex-Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann were among the frontrunners, but USA men’s national team coach Mauricio Pochettino has seemingly overtaken both as favourite.
Pochettino, who previously took charge of Tottenham Hotspur in the English top flight, has been widely favoured by US and British media.
Former Chelsea coach Antonio Conte is also in the running.
A managerial change is expected during this international break, with a new face likely to lead United on their trip to Anfield to face long-time rivals, Liverpool, on November 22 .
Manchester United fans have been frustrated for weeks because of the team’s recent results. United have won only three games all season [Darren Staples/AFP]
November 12, 2026
11:00 am
November 12, 2026
10:31 am
What’s the Latest: From VHS to iPods, retro tech is driving this year’s holiday shopping season
A new survey from Best Buy Canada reveals that nostalgia for retro technology is driving holiday shopping, particularly among younger Canadians. The survey indicated that 40 per cent of Canadians are likely to purchase nostalgic gifts, with the trend being most pronounced among millennials and Gen Z.
A survey conducted by Angus Reid revealed that 40 per cent of Canadians plan to purchase gifts out of nostalgia this holiday season, with the trend particularly pronounced among millennials and Gen Z. The survey also found that 37 per cent of Canadians have cancelled at least one streaming service in the past six months, indicating a notable shift in consumer preferences towards physical media.
Best Buy Canada’s survey indicates that a significant number of Canadians are gravitating towards retro technology this holiday season, with 40 per cent of Canadians likely to purchase nostalgic gifts. As a response to changing consumer preferences, retailers are expected to stock more physical media products, including popular items like the Apple iPod and vintage gaming consoles, to meet demand.
What remains unclear — The survey does not specify how many Canadians are currently seeking retro tech or physical media during the holiday shopping season.
Retro technology boosts holiday shopping among young Canadians this year
Nostalgia is shaping the holiday shopping season in Canada this year, with an increasing number of consumers seeking retro technology and media. According to a survey by Best Buy Canada, 40% of Canadians intend to purchase gifts that evoke nostalgia. The trend is particularly pronounced among younger shoppers, with 53% of millennials and 49% of Generation Z citing nostalgia as a driving factor in their gift choices.
Kushal Samy, the director of brand marketing at Best Buy Canada, noted, “We’re seeing younger Canadians rediscover technology many of us grew up with. This isn’t nostalgia for nostalgia’s sake.” The report highlights a growing interest in physical media, as one-third of survey respondents indicated they value ownership of traditional formats like vinyl records and video game cartridges.
In a related Angus Reid survey, nearly 37% of Canadians reported cancelling at least one streaming service over the past six months, an increase from 32% four years ago. The desire to return to physical formats aligns with this shift, with 23% of Canadians having purchased music, movies, or games in physical form last year. This figure rises to 32% for millennials and 30% for Generation Z.
Among the retro items gaining popularity, the Apple iPod tops the list, especially among Gen Z consumers. Boomers exhibit a preference for VCRs and VHS tapes, while millennials lean towards vintage gaming consoles such as the Nintendo 64. Other trending categories include headphones, earbuds, and vinyl turntables.
Retailers are witnessing a resurgence in demand for analog and vintage tech, reflecting a broader cultural shift. Consumers are increasingly favouring tangible products over digital alternatives, indicating a significant change in purchasing behaviour this holiday season.
What to Watch
Amazon prime - TV & Netflix
We give you the best picks to binge on this week.
What to Watch
Love Sports
Get your pizza ordered with the latest Live Sports schedule.
Add A Comment
© 2026 WTX News.