A woman has taken to social media to share a note left for her by a neighbour who checked in after noticing that her car had remained stationary for some time.
Aura – who goes by @Auras_Journey on Twitter – is an NHS worker and a supporter of mental wellness who suffers with Overcontrolled Mixed PD, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Dependent Personality Disorder (DPD) and is in substance recovery.
She shared a picture of a note that her neighbour, Sharon, left on her car yesterday afternoon.
The note read: “Hi, forgive me if I seem nosey, but I’ve noticed your car hasn’t moved in a long time. I hope all is well and you’re okay. If I can do anything, or fetch anything from the shops, please text me.
“Take care, Sharon.”
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Taking to Twitter to highlight the kind gesture by her neighbour and express her gratitude, Aura then revealed the devastating reason for her car remaining stationary for a prolonged period of time, which also adds to the poignancy of Sharon’s note.
Aura said: “So lovely that my neighbour posted this through my letterbox.
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“Not really sure how to reply though- ‘thanks but I tried to end my life, was sectioned and sent to a psychiatric hospital and now am too suicidal to leave my house, so yes some groceries would be lovely Sharon”.
So lovely that my neighbour posted this through my letterbox 💛 Not really sure how to reply though- 'thanks but I tried to end my life, was sectioned and sent to a psychiatric hospital and now am too suicidal to leave my house, so yes some groceries would be lovely Sharon!' 😅🤦🏻♀️ pic.twitter.com/ZgvGuXzVJ8
Aura then followed up on the initial tweet with a response confirming she had reached out to Sharon personally to say thank you.
The follow-up tweet read: “Just so you all know, I did message Sharon earlier today. I thanked her for her incredible kindness and told her how much it meant to me her reaching out at such a difficult time, especially as I live alone.
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“She’s left the offer open and encouraged a chat and a cuppa – so thankful.”
Given the sobering nature of the gesture and its importance, the two tweets have gone onto amass thousands of likes and retweets since being posted on the platform yesterday afternoon, as well as hundreds of comments from members of the public offering their well-wishes to Aura, praising the gesture and stating how “the world needs more Sharons”.
This world definitely does need more Sharons! I feel very thankful to her and have sent her a message finally! I don't think I can go into too much detail but I've said I've not been well and in hospital and that I'm thankful for her support at a time that is difficult xx
Ahead of #WorldMentalHealthDay – which is taking place tomorrow (10th October) – the sentiment of this note under the circumstances could not be more powerful.
Checking in on your neighbours and those close to you doesn’t take much, but it can really mean a lot.
In some cases, a life.
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If you or anyone you know may be struggling at the moment, please know that there are many different places you can reach out here in Greater Manchester.
Don’t suffer in silence.
Manchester Mind – An organisation that has supported people in Manchester for over 30 years. Most services are now available over the phone, by email or video call. Call 0300 123 3393 or text 86463.
The GM Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust – The local NHS helpline is open 24/7 which you can call any time, day or night, if you feel your mental health is beginning to suffer: 0800 953 0285.
Andy’s Man Club – A group dedicated to starting conversations about mental health, assuring people that it’s ok to talk. You can contact them by email on: [email protected].
CALM – The Campaign Against Living Miserably supports people via phone and webchat. You can call 0800 58 58 58 or speak to a support worker online. Open 5pm to midnight.
Samaritans – The Manchester & Salford Samaritans offer emotional support by telephone and email. The phone lines and email support are available 24/7. Call 116 123 or visit the website.
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Peaky Blinders confirm title and release date of upcoming film
Danny Jones
After what feels like an age since it was first announced, Peaky Blinders and Netflix have finally confirmed the title and release date of the upcoming feature-length film.
It was revealed that the global streaming giant secured exclusive rights to the movie last year, and it has now been revealed that it will also be released in selected theatres before it hits the platform.
With production on the long-talked-about project getting underway in September 2024, we’ve heard little else from creator Steven Knight, who has also been booked to deliver the Oasis reunion documentary chronicling their Live ’25 world tour.
However, we now know not only the official title of the film, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, and that it will be dropping early next year. They’ve even shared the first poster.
Clearly referring to the series’ most famous lead character, Thomas Shelby – played by now fully-fledged Hollywood A-lister Cillian Murphy since 2013 – the teaser shows him sat astride a horse, not to mention covered in a fair amount of dirt and/or blood.
Alongside the suit and the trademark newsboy cap with blades inserted in the brim (the calling card of both the fictional and the real ‘Peaky Blinders’), it’s quite a classic look of Tommy’s.
Scheduled to release in limited cinemas on 6 March before arriving on Netflix on 20/3/2026, this will not only be the first film in the wider franchise but the first to air separately from the BBC.
While its parent network is still involved as collaborators on the flick, this is the first instalment in the IP to be distributed directly by Netflix after they bought the rights to release the show in the US.
Another look at a seemingly older Tommy Shelby (Credit: Publicity picture via Netflix)
As for The Immortal Man, both new and returning members of the cast include:
Cillian Murphy (Oppenheimer, 28 Days Later)
Rebecca Ferguson (Dune, Silo)
Tim Roth (Reservoir Dogs, The Hateful Eight)
Sophie Rundle (After the Flood, Gentleman Jack)
Ned Dennehy (Culprits, The Peripheral)
Packy Lee (Blue Lights)
Ian Peck (His Dark Materials, Robin Hood)
Jay Lycurgo (Steve, Half Bad: The Bastard Son & The Devil Himself)
Barry Keoghan (Saltburn, The Banshees of Inisherin)
Stephen Graham (Adolescence, A Thousand Blows)
Speaking in a full press release, Murphy said: “It seems like Tommy Shelby wasn’t finished with me. It is very gratifying to be re-collaborating with Steven Knight and Tom Harper on the film version of Peaky Blinders. This is one for the fans.”
Returning four years after the end of the mainline series, but catching up with Tommy at the outset of WWII in terms of the actual timelines, Netflix say that the Shelby patriarch “is driven back from a self-imposed exile to face his most destructive reckoning yet.”
Safe to say we cannot wait to be back in the world.
In the meantime, you can find out more about the next season(s) of Peaky Blinders coming to the BBC very soon down below.
Paul Scholes blasts Ruben Amorim for ‘bull****’ response to Kobbie Mainoo question
Danny Jones
Club legend Paul Scholes has called out Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim for what he dubbed a “bull****” reaction to a question from a journalist regarding Kobbie Mainoo on Thursday.
The Portuguese coach saw his Premier League win rate clock in at just under 44% (the lowest of any Man United manager for, let’s just say, some time) after the 1-1 home draw against West Ham.
Conceding a late goal against the Irons, who are currently sat in the relegation zone, the Red Devils ultimately dropped another two points against a side that they should be beating, both based on present form and if they have any hopes of competing for the top spots.
Unsurprisingly, Amorim was pressed on why he didn’t make a more offensive substitution to try and claw back the victory, to which he then asked what looked to be a somewhat loaded question and gave this reaction after the response:
The laughter, in particular, hasn’t gone down well with everyone, especially the Class of ’92 graduate and retired midfielder.
Jumping on social media after the quotes from the Amorim press conference were out, Scholes posted on his Instagram story: Bull****. This kid is being ruined, not being played in a team that can’t control a game of football.”
He went on to add: “Hate seeing homegrown players leave, but it’s probably best for him now – enough is enough.”
First off, Reds – do you agree?
It isn’t the first time Scholes has levelled criticism at Amorim, his tactics, management and overall coaching style, having said this of their previous appointment at Old Trafford.
Paul Scholes on Ruben Amorim's tactics against 10-man Everton which frustrated him 😬 pic.twitter.com/AgsESuH83h
Safe to say he isn’t his biggest supporter at the moment.
Fellow former teammate and England international turned pundit, Gary Neville, was also left not just confused but frustrated by the performance, telling Sky Sports in his post-match interview that he noted the camera picking up “real dejection” on the faces of the fans after the full-time whistle.
With an away trip against Wolves, a home match against Bournemouth, as well as travelling to face high-flying European place competitors, Aston Villa, before hosting Newcastle on Boxing Day, it’s anyone’s guess as to how the results will pan out.
You can see the highlights from Man United vs West Ham down below.
How many points do you see them picking up over the next four fixtures?
Emily Sergeant -
9th October 2020 
