A plasterer from Douglas has seen his dream of winning the X-Factor dashed.
Sam Black appeared on the show at the weekend after wowing the judges with his performance last month.
The 27-year-old had two attempts at Runaway by Del Shannon, but was rejected by Simon Cowell.
There was some consolation, however, after he invited his girlfriend Emma onto the stage at Wembley Arena to propose to her - and received a resounding yes.
Plans submitted for advertising board outside the airport
The Department of Infrastructure says it wants to put an advertising board outside the airport.
Ideas wanted for old telephone box up north
What can be done with the telephone box in Glen Maye?
'Horrendous' crossing for passengers on the Manannan last night
The Manannan's final voyage of the year was a rough ride last night, with several passengers describing it as horrific.
Three TT riders shortlisted for Rider of the Year
Three TT racers are in the running to be named a magazine Rider of the Year.
Cinemanx wants more Government funding amid FOI debate
Island film company Cinemanx has asked the government to invest more money in it.
City of Douglas Bill to get first reading at Tynwald
MHKs will discuss new legislation to make Douglas an official city this week.
Windsurf Warrior outdoes Jetski Romeo with solo Irish Sea crossing!
Move over Jetski Romeo - a man who windsurfed to the Isle of Man from Northern Ireland has posted a YouTube of his trip!
Government's online services offline tomorrow
The government says it's online services will be unavailable for two hours on Monday morning.
