Manx singer Sam Black has made it through the first round of voting on the X Factor.
The 27 year old plasterer from Cronk y Berry appeared in the live shows stage of the contest at the weekend.
He performed numbers by Stevie Wonder and Ariana Grande, wowing the crowds.
This year, the ITV show has introduced format changes meaning votes decide who will leave - not the judges.
£578,000 compensation paid by Manx Care since April
Manx Care has paid out more than £120,000 a month in compensation so far this financial year.
High tide could mean harbour flooding tonight
Ronaldsway Met Office says flood defences in Douglas and Castletown will be needed tonight.
Wallaby cull on the cards?
A UK magazine with around half a million readers is asking whether our wild wallabies should be culled.
Latest airport figures show drop in passengers
The number of people travelling through Ronaldsway Airport last month was down almost eight per cent on last August's total.
Firefighters called to Blackberry jam
Firefighters were called to rescue an unlucky pony this morning after it become trapped.
Roadworks on South Quay cause delays for drivers
Roadworks on a major road into Douglas caused big delays for commuters this morning.
Lunchtime weather warning issued for high tide
Forecasters have a yellow weather warning about coastal overtopping today.
Former MHK loses battle with cancer
A well-known former MHK and MLC has died.
