These are the latest ECHO headlines this afternoon Thursday, April 21.
Singer 'too bald' for X Factor plans comeback after emotional hair transformation
A singer who claims he was 'too bald' for X Factor is planning a comeback after undergoing a hair transformation that left him emotional.
Footage shows him hugging his barber after an 'amazing' change that has restored his self-esteem. He's now joined a new band and is ready to get back behind the microphone with his new look.
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Mark Hawkins says his hair, or lack thereof, prevented him from making the step from club singer to national superstar by ruining his 'image' in the eyes of TV talent spotters leaving his confidence shattered.
Merseyrail will return to a 15-minute service across most of its network from the start of next month.
From Monday, May 2, commuters will be able to catch a train every 15 minutes - a return to the pre-COVID timetable. In January Merseyrail announced it was reducing its service due to Omicron impacting staff availability.
But, with restrictions removed and more staff available, it is returning to a regular 15-minute service.
Andy Heath, managing director at Merseyrail, said: “I’m thrilled that we are able to announce a return to a 15-minute service across most of our network. We have worked hard throughout the COVID-19 pandemic to deliver the most reliable service possible to the people of the Liverpool City Region.
Man knocked to the floor after being punched in 'unprovoked' Mathew Street attack
A man suffered a serious neck injury following an "unprovoked" attack.
At 1.50am on April 2, it was reported a man approached the victim, a 35-year-old man, and punched him once, knocking him to the floor. It is believed he had followed the man from Rubber Soul bar on Merseyside Police to outside Hardy’s, on the corner of Mathew Street and Rainford Square, where the assault happened.
The victim was treated in hospital for a serious neck injury, and is now recovering at home. Merseyside Police issued CCTV images of a man they believe could assist the investigation.
