Sir Mark Cavendish has waved the flag to officially open the Le Mans 24 hour race in France.
The cyclist joins other famous names who've had the honour of starting the famous motorsport event, including Roger Federer and LeBron James.
Race officials describe the Tour De France record holder as having inspired a generation of cyclists, and being particularly fond of France where he won many stages.
Cavendish was later seen handing out medals to drivers.
Missing Kirk Michael caravan sparks appeal
A Kirk Michael man is appealing for information about a missing caravan.
60% of police complaints 'wholly unsubstantiated' last year
The police complaints commissioner says 60 per cent of complaints against officers over the last year were wholly unsubstantiated.
Commissioners say no to tenant's four dog request
Onchan commissioners have turned down a tenant's request to have four dogs in their local authority home.
Pride picnic at Government House this weekend
The governor will host a special picnic supporting the LGBTQ community this weekend.
Would you like to live in an old brewery?
There's a chance to live in a former brewery in Castletown.
Bus cavalcade among highlights of Transport Festival
The Manx Heritage Transport Festival is now in full swing, marking 50 years of bus nationalisation on Island.
Hillside fire in Onchan closes road
Firefighters say a road in Onchan is closed as they tackle a fire.
Perriam to run in Glenfaba and Peel
A new candidate has declared they'll stand for Glenfaba and Peel.
