Paul Pass, 49, died after an attack in Gloucester last Friday. Two teenagers are charged with his murder and kidnap and other charges relating to the death, at Marian Court flats in the city's Archdeacon Street. Rezwan Islam, 18, of Derby Road, Gloucester, and a 17-year-old male from Woolwich in south-east London are due to appear before magistrates. They have also been charged with the kidnap and section 18 wounding of another man, all in connection with the events leading up to Mr Pass's murder. Bilal Ebrahim Moosjiee, 19, of Podsmead Road in Gloucester, was also charged with two counts of kidnap, while a 17-year-old Gloucester man has been charged with assisting an offender. Detectives are continuing to question an 18-year-old Gloucester man in connection with the murder, while five other males arrested in connection with the case have been bailed to return to police at a later date.

Summary: Two people have been charged with the kidnap and murder of a man who was stabbed to death.


Abubakar was head of protocol for the country's football federation. Former Arsenal striker Nwankwo Kanu has described Abubakar's death as "bad and sad news" on social media. Local media have reported that Abubakar is survived by his wife and three children. He will be buried in Kaduna in the north-west of the country. The Super Eagles media officer Oluwatoyin Ibitoye said the killing was "shocking, devastating and tragic". Nigeria play a warm-up match for the African Nations Championship against Angola in the South African city of Pretoria at on Wednesday. The game will be behind closed doors at the request of the organisers.

Summary: Nigerian football official Ibrahim Abubakar has been shot dead by armed robbers at his house in Abuja on Wednesday.


Team SCA, the first all-women crew to enter for 12 years, suffered a series of accidents and problems during the New Zealand-to-Brazil stage. The team's boat lost its electronics, capsized and hit three objects in the South Atlantic Ocean. "We made mistakes, we had things go wrong, but we fixed it all," said Davies, after finishing on Tuesday. "We made it to dock and we're in one piece so we're happy." Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing won the 6,776 nautical mile Auckland to Itajai stage on Sunday and lead the round-the-world race by seven points. The race started in the Spanish city of Alicante in October, with teams visiting 11 ports in 11 countries across nine legs, and finishes in Gothenburg in June.

Summary: British skipper Sam Davies is "happy to be in one piece" after a gruelling fifth leg of the Volvo Ocean Race.


Goldberg, who had been suffering from brain and sinus cancer, passed away on 2 October. His other work included Snow Dogs with Cuba Gooding Jr and Little Giants starring Rick Moranis and Ed O'Neill. The 1993 comedy Cool Runnings was loosely based on the 1988 Jamaican Olympic bobsled team. It starred John Candy as the team's coach. Goldberg co-wrote the screenplay with Lynn Siefert and Tommy Swerdlow. He also enjoyed a career in theatre, acting and directing in numerous off-Broadway and regional productions. Goldberg gained a fine arts degree from Carnegie Mellon and a master's degree from the University of Michigan before moving to Hollywood in the late 1980s. He is survived by daughter Kayla, brother Mark, sister Randi and parents George and Dorothy. The funeral will take place on October 6 in Philadelphia. A Los Angeles memorial is expected to take place at a later date.

Summary: Michael Goldberg, the writer, director and producer best known for the screenplay for Cool Runnings, has died at the age of 55.


The male teacher, 50, was attacked at Dixons Kings Academy at 08:55 BST, police said. He has been taken to hospital where his condition has been described as stable. West Yorkshire Police are searching for a boy, 14, in connection with the attack. He is described as Asian, with short dark hair and was last seen wearing a blue uniform blazer. Det Supt Simon Atkinson said: "We are conducting enquiries in the area to locate a suspect and I would like to reassure residents and staff that all necessary resources are being deployed to investigate this ongoing and clearly very serious incident." He added there was no ongoing risk to pupils or staff at the school. Operating since September 2011, the academy was one of the first free schools to open. It has since become part of the Dixons academy group.

Summary: A teacher has been stabbed and a pupil is being hunted by detectives in Bradford.


The new cabin-completion factory for A330 jetliners is worth a reported â‚¬150m ($166.3m; Â£106.5m) and is aimed at attracting new orders for Airbus. The plant will be built alongside an existing site in the city of Tianjin. The signing on Thursday was witnessed by China's Prime Minister Li Keqiang at Airbus's headquarters in France. Earlier this week, China signed a deal for 45 new Airbus planes worth more than $11bn. "The signature of this [latest] framework agreement on the A330 completion and delivery centre will open a new chapter of strategic cooperation on wide-body aircraft with China," said Airbus' president Fabrice BrÃ©gier. "Together, we will develop new facilities and capabilities, and attract new suppliers and businesses in China," he added.

Summary: Airbus has signed a deal for its second factory in China as it expands further its growing relationship with the world's second-largest economy.


The building in the East Sussex town is home to Lewes District Council's print room, but the operation is closing. Ruth O'Keeffe, from Lewes Little Gardens, said she feared the building could be lost. Lewes council said there were no firm plans for the building and future options were being investigated. Ms O'Keeffe said the Turkish Baths opened in Lewes in the 1860s, but only remained open for about 20 years because of competition from Brighton. "They had a warm and cold bath, tepid and cold plunge baths, showers and living accommodation for the attendants," she said. "We're worried that it might not be there any more if we don't try to save it," she added. She said the print room operation was a separate issue, but local community groups used it and might not have anything similar available to them.

Summary: Campaigners have set out to protect a former Turkish Baths building in Lewes by getting it registered as a community asset and listed by English Heritage.


Luke Goodyear, 23, from the city, died when the silver Toyota Aygo hit a tree on North Park Avenue, Roundhay, at about 15:45 BST on Saturday. Police believe Mr Goodyear was the only passenger in the vehicle. The driver fled the scene. Four people were arrested in connection with the incident. Two were bailed and two were released without charge. The car, registration CA06 RKJ, had been stolen in a robbery in the Harehills area on 11 August, police said. Det Ch Insp Jim Dunkerley said: "We would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision itself or the circumstances leading up to it or who saw the driver leaving the scene. "We would also like to hear from anyone who has any information about where the Toyota Aygo has been since it was stolen."

Summary: A 23-year-old passenger in a stolen car was killed when the driver crashes it into a tree in Leeds.


A bank spokesman said the growth of telephone and internet banking meant fewer customers were using the Laxey service on New Road. It follows the closure of a 60-year-old service in the village of Kirk Michael in August 2012. Managing Director, Bill Shimmins said there will be no redundancies when the Laxey branch closes on 10 January. He added: "Closing a branch is not a decision we take lightly, however demand for our services in the village of Laxey has reduced, as customers choose alternative ways of banking, such as 24 hour online or mobile services. "Customers will continue to receive a full branch banking service at Onchan or Ramsey branches." It is thought the Isle of Man bank has had a branch in Laxey since about 1911.

Summary: The Isle of Man bank is to close another of its village sub-branches because of falling customer numbers.


Ogilvie, 21, has yet to make a first team appearance for Spurs and spent most of the last two seasons on loan at League Two Stevenage. The former under-16 and under-17 England international made 18 appearances for the Boro last season. "I'm looking forward to it and I want to be playing games regularly," Ogilvie told the club website. "I'm really pleased to secure Connor's signature. He's got pedigree having come through the youth ranks at Tottenham and what is an added bonus for us is that he has experience of playing league football," added Gillingham manager Ady Pennock. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: League One side Gillingham have signed Tottenham Hotspur defender Connor Ogilvie on a six-month loan deal.


The wilful fire-raising in Dalkeith happened on Sunday at about 02:50 at a house in Allan Terrace in Dalkeith. Firefighters put out the blaze quickly and police officers have appealed for information. Det Insp Mark Henderson, of Police Scotland, said: "We are appealing for any witnesses who may have seen suspicious activity in the Allan Terrace area on Sunday night."

Summary: A suspicious fire in a Midlothian house is being investigated by police.


TV is the most-popular medium. Public Sveriges Television's (SVT) main competitor is commercial network TV4. Sweden is home to the regional media giants Bonnier and the Modern Times Group (MTG). Most households have multichannel cable or satellite TV. Sweden has made the switch to digital terrestrial TV (DTT) and pay TV is broadcast in the format. Public radio is run by Sveriges Radio. There are nearly 100 private radios; some are part of near-national networks. Most Swedish homes take a daily paper and the country is among the world's top consumers of newspapers. Aftonbladet is the best-selling daily. Many titles have a regional readership. The government subsidises newspapers regardless of their political affiliation. By December 2011, around 8.4 million Swedes were online - more than 92% of the population.

Summary: Swedish audiences enjoy a wide variety of public and commercial broadcast services.


Scottish Power said 300 customers have had power cuts, with the worst affected areas around Newtown and Welshpool, Powys. An additional 259 Western Power Distribution customers were without electricity in the Pontyberem area of Carmarthenshire Flood warnings were also issued. Natural Resources Wales (NRW) said flooding would affect the Conwy, Dyfi and Lower Dee valleys. The Met Office yellow "be ready" warning for north Wales, Ceredigion and Powys, was in place until 04:00 GMT Monday. The Met Office said: "Be aware that, given already saturated conditions, flooding is possible either from standing water or from rivers which have remained high after the large rainfall totals over the last few days." NRW said its staff would be out working all weekend on flood defences and putting measures in place to reduce the impact on people and their property. Check if this is affecting your journey

Summary: Hundreds of homes were left without power while roads and trains were affected by flooding after storms battered Wales.


Developers want to build a heritage centre at Rubislaw Quarry. The majority of stone used for buildings in the city was extracted from the quarry. But a planning official said they were likely to recommend the application be refused because dozens of trees would have to be removed. Those behind the proposals have been asked to consider a city centre site for the attraction because there has been no detailed justification for why it must be located at the quarry. Rubislaw Quarry, one of Europe's largest man-made holes, closed in 1971. It is often credited with giving Aberdeen its Granite City name.

Summary: Plans for a multi-million pound attraction to celebrate Aberdeen's connection with granite face being thrown out.


Joe Chandler drops out of the squad, with Patch Walker returning after recovering from injury. Huddersfield remain without Danny Brough, who sits out the second game of a two-match ban for elbowing a player in his side's defeat by Salford. Prop Josh Johnson is left out of the squad, with back-rower Tom Symonds recalled by head coach Rick Stone. Batley are seventh in the Qualifiers table after failing to win either of their two opening games following the Super 8s split, while Huddersfield are fifth with two points. Batley Bulldogs (from): Reittie, Ulugia, Squires, Southernwood, Brambani, Hirst, Rowe, Day, Walker, Davey, Gledhill, Lillycrop, Bretherton, Leak, A Brown, Scott, Harrison, J Brown, Smeaton. Huddersfield Giants (from): Cudjoe, Wardle, Murphy, Ellis, Crabtree, Hinchcliffe, Huby, Symonds, Lawrence, Wood, Rapira, Ta'ai, Connor, Leeming, Mason, Roberts, Brierley, Ormsby, Ikahihifo. Referee: James Child.

Summary: Batley Bulldogs make just one change from the side which lost 76-16 at London Broncos in their last game.


Mr Lamb, 79, was reported missing from the Abronhill area of Cumbernauld on Saturday 2 July, shortly after his wife died. His body was found by a member of the public on the golf course at Palacerigg Country Park at about 14:50 on Monday. Mr Lamb's son, Stephen Lamb, described him as a "homebody" who was grieving for his wife. Insp Phil Rose, of Police Scotland, said: "We would like to thank members of the public and local businesses for their support during this investigation. "Our thoughts are with the family of Mr Lamb at this difficult time."

Summary: The body of missing pensioner Thomas Lamb has been found on a golf course in Cumbernauld.


Essex Fire and Rescue Service estimates it cost Â£476,000 to put out the smouldering 50ft-high (15m) woodpile in Thoby Lane, Mountnessing, in 2014. Joshua O'Malley, 26, of Vale Court, Wheathampstead, denied breaching environmental laws. He will face a trial at Chelmsford Crown Court next June. Firefighters remained at the site for more than 1,500 hours between 18 August and 16 October last year while the fire was being put out. Mr O'Malley denied charges of operating a waste storage and treatment facility without being authorised by an environmental permit and one of treating waste "in a manner likely to cause pollution of the environment or harm to human health". Creative Developments and Construction faces the same charges, and company director Mr O'Malley entered not guilty pleas on its behalf. He was released on bail and will next appear in court on 20 June 2016.

Summary: A man has denied responsibility for a fire in a 5,000-tonne woodpile in Essex that took more than two months to fully extinguish.


One of the lorries shed its load of spuds in the crash near Knutsford and police said it took three hours to clear the road. "They filled the carriageway," said bee farmer Henry Baxendale, whose farm is close by. "I didn't see any injuries but there were a few bruised potatoes." A police spokeswoman said: "One man tried to sweep them up but he failed." Police and others chipped in to clear the crop that had blocked Chester Road near The Smoker Inn pub shortly after 10:00 BST.

Summary: A potato spillage blocked roads after a smash involving two lorries in Cheshire.


The incident happened around the time of the annual Guid Nychburris parade in Dumfries on Saturday. A 21-year-old man suffered bruising to his face and a cut to his back in the attack in the Mill Green area at about 17:40. Police said the incident involved two groups of youths, and two other people suffered minor injuries. A statement said that a "large number" of people had been involved in the fracas. Det Con Paul Steele said: "The town was very busy around this time with the Guid Nychburris celebrations in full swing. "We want to hear from anyone who may have witnessed what was a serious disturbance on the Mill Green at this time involving up to eight to 10 youths, all of whom appeared to be in their mid-teens and were wearing casual sports type clothing." Anyone with information has been asked to contact police.

Summary: A man has been seriously injured when violence flared during a town's annual summer celebrations.


Saudi authorities put the death toll from last month's crush near Mecca at 769, but foreign media and officials put the figure at more than 1,000. The club said it wished to extend "sincere condolences" to the player. Stoke said it would provide Diouf with "all the support he needs at this extremely difficult time". The club said its thoughts and prayers are with the player, his family and friends following "the tragic death of his mother". The former Manchester United striker and Senegal forward joined Stoke on a free transfer when his Hannover contract expired in July last year. The crush in Mina happened as two large groups of pilgrims converged as they were taking part in one of the Hajj's major rites. BBC Monitoring put the death toll at 1,216, based on official statements and media reports from 34 countries who lost citizens in the stampede.

Summary: The mother of Stoke City footballer Mame Diouf is understood to have died in a stampede during the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.


Marcondes, 22, has passed a medical and will join the Championship side on a three-and-a-half year deal when his current contract expires. The Denmark Under-21 striker has scored 17 goals in 94 Superliga appearances. "His signing is another indication of us looking towards the future and preparing for what's to come," manager Dean Smith told the club website. "We have a good knowledge of Danish football and we feel that Emiliano can progress further with us." Marcondes is Brentford's seventh addition this summer, following the signings of Ollie Watkins, Neal Maupay, Kamo Mokotjo, Akaki Gogia, Luke Daniels and Henrik Dalsgaard. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Brentford have agreed to sign forward Emiliano Marcondes from Danish club Nordsjaelland in January.


The campaign, which started last month, features photographs of graffiti close to Blackpool Tower and Brighton beach. Mark Anderson said he was ashamed of the adverts, and felt East Lindsey District Council should have consulted him before launching them. The district council said the campaign had helped to raise Skegness's profile. Mr Anderson said that the adverts reflected badly on the resort. He said: "I believe East Lindsey has over-stretched itself in its conduct. The way they feel they can control my town and its townspeople brings itself into question." The adverts also drew criticism from Stay Blackpool which described it as a "dirty tricks" campaign. East Lindsey District Council said the adverts were "a bit of friendly rivalry" and estimated they had created media exposure worth more than Â£300,000 to the resort.

Summary: A series of adverts which promote Skegness by showing unflattering images of rival resorts have been described as "embarrassing" by the town's mayor.


The terracotta bust, said to be over a century old, was found at St Lawrence's Church, Ipswich, by a shopkeeper. Gail Broom, senior conservation officer at Ipswich Borough Council said: "We believe this is around 100 years old. "We don't know, and are puzzled as to how it arrived on a tombstone in St Lawrence's churchyard. Someone must know who it is and who it belongs to." She explained the head bears a resemblance to a sculpture of someone from the Commonwealth era of English history. She said the bust had been found by a shopkeeper, who took it to the Tourist Information Centre in St Stephen's Churchyard.

Summary: Officials have been left baffled by the arrival of a bust that appeared on a tombstone in a churchyard.


They are mother and son Brkite and Biruk Haftom, and Hashim Kidir, his wife and their three children. Isaac Shawo, five, has been confirmed dead. At least 30 people are known to have died and 12 are in critical care. The police say that at the moment there is no evidence that the blaze was started deliberately. "I cannot imagine what these families must be going through right now. This has hit home because we know these families " said Ethiopia's ambassador to the UK Hailemichael Aberra Aferwork after visiting some of those affected. Brkite and Biruk Haftom lived in Flat 155 of Grenfell Tower. Family friend Dejan Araya says Brkite's sister and friend have been searching hospitals for news of their whereabouts and are inconsolable. Dejan Araya said the last time there was any contact with them was at around 22:00 BST on the night of the fire.

Summary: Several British nationals of Ethiopian origin are still missing after the huge fire in a tower block in West London, says the Ethiopian embassy in the UK.


Brett Ryan was arrested on Thursday and charged with three counts of first-degree murder. Police had responded to reports of a stabbing in Scarborough, a suburban area east of the city's downtown area, when they found the three victims. The injuries appeared to have been caused by a crossbow bolt, which was found near the victims. All three victims, two men and a woman, sustained life-threatening injuries and died at the scene, police said. Authorities have not released the victims' identities pending notification of family. Hours later, authorities evacuated a Toronto building due to a suspicious package. Police said the two incidents were connected, but gave no further details. Mr Ryan is expected to appear in court on Friday.

Summary: Toronto police have charged a 35-year-old man after three people were found dead in a suspected crossbow attack.


The union has 30 members so far and was set up to give swimmers a voice against the sport's governing body, Fina. It was announced by Hungary's triple Olympic gold medallist Katinka Hosszu, who described planned new rule changes as "destructive". She said she now expected "Fina will give us a seat at the table". "We expect swimmers to be treated as equal partners," she said a statement. "We expect that they will sit down and start talking to us. "We expect that they will listen to the voice of the professional swimmers and we expect to have a say in important decisions about the future of our sport." Part of Hosszu's complaints was Fina limiting the number of World Cup disciplines a swimmer can compete in as well as restricting commercial opportunities.

Summary: British swimmers Adam Peaty and James Guy have been named in the newly formed Global Association of Professional Swimmers.


The 81-year-old from the town of Simbach am Inn first told police he had buried the money in his house which was now in danger of collapse. A team of experts was sent to search the house - but no treasure was found. The man then remembered he had hidden the box in his garden - and a "five-digit sum" of cash was then retrieved. The officials say an excavator was used to dig through the garden to find the container about two metres (six feet) under the surface. The cash will now be deposited in the bank account of the man whose name has not been released. Four people died in Simbach am Inn, on the Austrian border, in floods earlier this month. The floods also caused substantial damage to dozens of towns in the region.

Summary: An elderly man in southern Germany has recovered his cash hidden in a metal container which he feared was lost in recent floods, local officials say.


The tall column of water on Navigation Street, Birmingham, could be seen for several hours on Saturday morning. A Severn Trent Water spokesman said the firm believed the hydrant, intended for emergency service use, had been tampered with. It urged the public not to interfere with the devices, which can pose a safety hazard when used incorrectly. A team of engineers arrived at the scene at 08:00 GMT to switch the hydrant off. There were no supply issues to nearby properties, the firm said. The spectacle caused amusement on social media, with several users joking about the city's "new water feature". While Craig Hamilton tweeted about "a big geezer causing trouble in central Brum in the early hours".

Summary: A hydrant created a "geyser" on a city centre street when it was switched on overnight.


The Stagecoach bus was returning to depot when it collided with the bridge in Joshua Lane, Middleton, Greater Manchester, at about 19:00 BST on Tuesday. No passengers on board and the driver was uninjured. Greater Manchester Police tweeted a picture with the caption: "Big recover bill and 1 less bus on the roads". The force later tweeted: "Luckily no one was on the top deck and no one hurt." Stagecoach confirmed the bus was out of service and the company was assisting police with inquiries. It is also carrying out its own investigation. In September, 17 people were injured when a First Bus double-decker hit a railway bridge in nearby Rochdale.

Summary: The roof of a double-decker bus was ripped off when it crashed into a railway bridge.


The bird, which hatched in April, was taken from the site in the Anston area of Rotherham on 8 May. After stills emerged, officers are trying to identify the person and the RSPB are offering Â£1000 reward for information leading to a conviction. It is thought the bird may have been sold on. Trading in protected species carries up to five years imprisonment. Ch Supt David Hartley, South Yorkshire Police's lead for wildlife crime, said: "Peregrine falcons are an iconic part of our countryside and this crime sees a premeditated exploitation of this for criminal profit. "We seek the public's help in identifying those that are profiting from the wild birds we cherish." Peregrine Falcons

Summary: CCTV images have been released after a young peregrine falcon was stolen from a nest in South Yorkshire.


The James Fenton collection, which includes cameras and optical devices, is being transferred to the Fox Talbot Museum by the British Film Institute. Roger Watson, from the Fox Talbot Museum, in Lacock, said "as a whole, it is judged to be of international significance". Fox Talbot took the first photographic negative in Lacock in 1835. Curator Roger Watson said: "The transfer will offer a significant improvement in our ability to tell our core story of the birth of photography and will be a visual feast for our visitors. "This exceptional collection will provide new resources, allowing the museum to further expand its offer and celebrate its national significance as Britain's birthplace of photography."

Summary: A collection of photographic equipment, from the 18th Century to the 1980s, is being given to a Wiltshire museum.


Angela and David Cockburn, 48 and 49, their daughters Carley Ann, 21, Bethany, 18, and Bethany's one-year-old daughter Lacie, died on the A18 near Grimsby in April 2013. A coroner and the relatives visited the scene as part of an inquest, which opened at Cleethorpes Town Hall. The family, from Ouston in County Durham, were travelling to Skegness. They were on their way to a dance competition when their car collided with a lorry in Laceby. Addressing the inquest, Dean Cockburn, Carley and Bethany's brother, said: "They were just sisters, like best friends really. "Carley used to keep us right, Bethany was my little sidekick." Reading a statement about his parents Angela and David, he said: "Both my parents were totally devoted to each other. "They both doted on Lacie, especially my father. She was very much the apple of his eye." The inquest continues.

Summary: Relatives of a family who were killed in a crash in North East Lincolnshire have visited the site of the collision.


Police Scotland said a 28-year-old man was arrested in the Drumchapel area of Glasgow. He has been reported to the procurator fiscal in relation to an alleged contravention of Schedule 7 of the Scottish Independence Referendum Act. The Electoral Commission said the selling and buying of votes is illegal. A spokeswoman said it could lead to a year in prison or a "substantial" fine. She said the commission had made an agreement with eBay that any such "votes for sale" listings would be taken down and referred to police. Police launched an investigation after a number of people apparently tried to sell their votes online. Votes for the 18 September ballot were listed on the site, which has since removed the items. One online listing offered buyers a "unique piece of British history".

Summary: A man has been arrested in connection with an attempt to sell a referendum ballot paper on the online auction site eBay.


The 20-year-old has made one City appearance in the FA Cup and spent last season with Dutch club NAC Breda. "He is a player that I have admired for a long, long time," said Hibs boss Neil Lennon. "He is a very exciting young player. "When I was manager at Bolton I went to see him on a couple of occasions and I was really impressed." Barker, capped by England at youth level, could be included in the squad for Saturday's home game with Hamilton. "The manager said that it is a good place for me to come and carry on learning my trade and that it is a great platform for me to come and show everyone what I can do," he said. "He believes in me, so hopefully I can make everyone else believe in me." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Hibernian have signed Manchester City winger Brandon Barker on a season-long loan deal.


Ward D4 at Royal Bolton Hospital has been hit by the illness and several appointments have been cancelled. The hospital said there had been a rise in the number people suffering sickness symptoms in the area. Norovirus can be potentially serious for the elderly and very young, and those who are already unwell. Andy Ennis, chief operating officer at Bolton NHS Foundation Trust, said: "The illness is largely spread by members of the public who either come in with the illness or are visited by others with symptoms. "We ask people not to visit with current or recent symptoms and for everyone to wash their hands thoroughly in the sinks on each ward and not just to use the alcohol gel. "We will be monitoring the situation carefully."

Summary: A hospital ward has been closed after an outbreak of norovirus, with people suffering symptoms of vomiting and diarrhoea warned to stay away.


The schoolgirl disappeared after a night out in the Republic of Ireland in 1994 and her body has never been found. Convicted child killer Robert Howard, who died in prison last year, was the main suspect in her disappearance. Attempts are to be made to resolve disclosure issues about documents held by the police. Earlier, lawyers for the Arkinson family asked if there was an "institutional incapability" within the police service (PSNI) to find documents. A barrister representing the PSNI described the criticism as "tiresome". The coroner told the court that in anything of this age, nature and complexity there would always be matters which arise which caused pause for thought. "Thats where we are....it is with a fair wind we will reconvene on the 18th April", he said.

Summary: The inquest into the disappearance of Castlederg schoolgirl Arlene Arkinson will not hear any evidence for the next two weeks.


The coins were stolen from the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh on 2 September. Police Scotland have now issued photos of the coins and asked anyone who has comes across them to get in touch. It comes after the force released CCTV images last week of two men officers believe might be able to help with their inquiries. Det Con Mark Seymour, of Police Scotland, said: "We continue to pursue various lines of inquiry in relation to this theft and remain keen to speak to the two men pictured in the CCTV footage we recently provided. "We have now issued images of the coins in the hope someone will recognise them and come forward to tell us where they can be found. "If you have any information relevant to this investigation then please contact police immediately."

Summary: Police investigating the theft of three antique coins from a museum have revealed they are worth about £20,000.


A group of 75 set out in three vehicles but were abandoned by traffickers, who feared the security forces. A local official told the BBC that dozens of bodies had been buried, and 23 survivors were taken to the town, although one later died. African migrants travel through the desert aiming to reach Libya and cross the Mediterranean to Europe. However, the journey is perilous as the migrants are crammed into pick-up trucks and have few supplies. Two weeks ago Niger troops rescued 92 migrants who were on the brink of death in the Sahara Desert. The group, which included women and children, was abandoned without water and food.

Summary: Fifty-two migrants have been found dead in the deserts of central Niger, near SÃ©guÃ©dine.


The revamped Cornhill in Ipswich will include a water feature and sculpture after plans for a tower were dropped. Work is due to start on the scheme, which was given the green light by the council's planning committee, in January. Former Marks & Spencer boss Sir Stuart Rose had previously criticised the main town centre square. LIVE: Updates on this story and other Suffolk news The design, drawn up by Belfast-based architects Hall McKnight, revealed a revised "more traditional" design in March after a widespread consultation. A previously selected vision proposed levelling the Cornhill, which is on a slope, by using a large ramp. It also featured a "delicate steel and glass" tower in front of the town hall. Last year, the New Anglia Local Enterprise Partnership announced it is providing £1.6m in funding towards the project. Suffolk County Council and Ipswich Borough Council have already committed £1.75m.

Summary: A £3m vision to transform a town centre which was once described as "a bit shabby" has been approved.


The festive runners donned Santa suits to complete the course around the city's cultural quarter on Sunday. Organisers, the Rotary Club of Lincoln Colonia, said they hoped to raise more than last year's total of Â£80.000. One of the charities to benefit is the Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance. Six other charities will also share the proceeds from the run, which started a decade ago with just 500 runners. A spokesperson for the Rotary Club said it looked as if 2014 could be a record year and said he was hopeful last year's total would be beaten. The annual race sees each competitor awarded a bespoke medal following the three-kilometre (1.8-mile) run/walk around uphill Lincoln. Dogs are also allowed to take part in a special "Doggy Dash" event. Liverpool currently holds the record for the most Santas taking part in a run, with 8,500 attending its 10th annual Santa Dash.

Summary: More than 2,000 people dressed as Father Christmas have taken part in a fun run in Lincoln to raise money for local charities.


Dmitry Kamenshchik was detained after serving as a witness in an inquiry into a bomb attack at Domodedovo airport in January 2011 which killed 37 people. Investigators say the airport did not conduct thorough enough passengers searches at the time of the explosion. He denies the charge, saying regulations then in force did not require such strict controls. Mr Kamenshchik's fortune has been estimated at $2.9bn (Â£2bn). In an unexpected twist, government prosecutors disputed the court ruling, calling the accusations unfounded and contesting the plea for house arrest. Mr Kamenshchik, 47, will remain under house arrest for two months. The case against him comes against the background of the state's long-running attempts to acquire a stake in Domodedovo, the BBC's Oleg Boldyrev reports from Moscow. Mr Kamenshchik is refusing the sale.

Summary: The billionaire owner of Moscow's only fully private airport has been placed under house arrest by a Russian court.


Saunders, who scored two goals in 15 games for Wycombe during a three-month loan spell in 2015, has signed a deal until June 2018 at Adams Park. The 33-year-old made 205 appearances for Brentford after joining from Dagenham and Redbridge in July 2009. "Sam is a fantastic player at this level, as we saw two years ago," manager Gareth Ainsworth said. "It's taken a lot of hard work to get the deal over the line but someone like Sam is worth it because of the quality he brings, as well as his character and professionalism." Meanwhile, 20-year-old Brentford midfielder Jan Holldack has joined fourth-tier German side Wuppertaler SV on loan until the end of the season. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: League Two side Wycombe Wanderers have re-signed Brentford midfielder Sam Saunders on a free transfer.


The train can be found in Japan and uses magnetic levitation - or maglev for short - to make it go. But it will be a while before ordinary passengers will get a chance to try out the super fast train. The company that owns it doesn't plan to launch a service until 2027. Once the new service is running, passengers can expect to travel at an average of about 310mph. Maglev trains use magnetism to lift and move carriages above the rail tracks. This means there's hardly any resistance, which allows the trains to travel at such super fast speeds. At 375mph, how does this maglev train compare to some other speedy machines...

Summary: The fastest train in the world has set a new world record of 375mph.


Frenchman LeRoy, 68, has worked on the continent for almost 30 years and has coached at a record eight Africa Cup of Nations tournaments. He has signed a three-year contract and is tasked with trying to qualify Togo for the 2017 Nations Cup in Gabon. Togo are third in their qualifying group, two points behind leaders Liberia, who they play away in June. LeRoy admitted: "We need a miracle to qualify for the 2017 Nations Cup, perhaps as the best second-placed team." However, Le Roy has the pedigree to turn around Togo's fortunes. He guided Cameroon to the 1988 Nations Cup title and has only failed to reach the quarter-finals once. Among the other countries he has coached at the continental championship are Senegal, Ghana, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Summary: Togo have appointed Claude LeRoy as their new national team coach to replace Tom Saintfiet.


The Very Reverend Martin Thrower, 55, pleaded not guilty to two charges of voyeurism at Norwich Crown Court. The rector of Hadleigh, Layham and Shelley in Suffolk was arrested at the Buttermarket in Ipswich in August 2016. Mr Thrower was bailed to return to the court for trial on 14 June. He has been suspended by the Diocese of St Edmundsbury. Live updates on this story and other Suffolk news He is accused of recording a private act on 4 August 2016 with the intention of viewing footage for his own sexual gratification. He is also accused of recording another person on or before 4 August for the same reason.

Summary: A clergyman has denied filming men in public toilets for his own sexual gratification.


John Ross, 27, undertook a vehicle which was already in the process of overtaking a truck near Hatton. Ross, of Boddam, admitted careless driving at Peterhead Sheriff Court. He was fined Â£400 and received four penalty points. The video had been posted on social media in November. Sgt Kelly Manson, of Police Scotland, said: "This incident could have had serious consequences for other road users as well as the driver concerned and would have shocked those who viewed the footage available on social media. "This incident should be a reminder to all road users of driving safely and considerately at all times. "We launched Operation Cedar (Challenge, Educate, Detect and Reduce) in May 2014 to tackle road safety in Aberdeenshire and patrols and operations have run regularly since then to highlight and educate drivers and carry out enforcement accordingly."

Summary: A man who was caught on video carrying out a careless overtaking manoeuvre on the A90 between Aberdeen and Peterhead has been fined.


The Daily Mail reported Cellino will be banned for 18 months and fined £250,000 for breaching football agent rules. Cellino, 60, and the club have already been charged over the sale of Ross McCormack to Fulham in August 2014. If the Italian is banned, it will be the third time since he took over the Championship club in April 2014. The newspaper report also stated that the club will be fined a further £250,000, in addition to the punishment imposed on Cellino. "I am surprised to read the news regarding the FA's intentions to ban and fine me, as well as fine the club," Cellino said in a statement on the club's website. "I am not guilty and I will take the right steps to defend myself through the tribunal. "I feel that I am guilty of one thing - protecting Leeds United since I took charge of the club."

Summary: Leeds owner Massimo Cellino says he will defend himself at a tribunal following reports that the Football Association is to fine and ban him.


Translink has said it is a "major milestone" in its £12.2m NI railways upgrade programme. New livery and interiors are being introduced, as well as a significant overhaul of the train's mechanical systems and a new electronic passenger reservation system. The scheme is a joint project with Irish Rail. It is financed through the European Union's INTERREG IVA Programme, managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB), with support from the department for regional development in Northern Ireland and the department of transport, tourism and sport (DTTAS) in the Republic of Ireland.

Summary: The first refurbished train for the Belfast-Dublin Enterprise service is to be unveiled by Translink on Monday.


Lottery organisers Camelot said the window for claiming the Euromillions winnings closed at 23:00 BST on Sunday. Camelot said unclaimed money would be added to the money in the National Lottery Good Causes fund. Leicester's lord mayor Abdul Osman started a countdown timer to the deadline near the Haymarket clock tower last week but the prize went unclaimed. A spokesman for Camelot said: "Unfortunately, I can confirm that the ticket-holder did not come forward within the deadline to claim their prize and has now sadly missed out on this substantial amount of money. "I would urge all National Lottery players to check their tickets on a regular basis."

Summary: A lottery player who won £1m on a ticket bought in Leicester has failed to claim their prize.


Stephen Anthony Hough, 58, was due to go on trial this week at Mold Crown Court. But there were delays at the start of the trial on Monday and the judge, Mr Justice Lewis, has agreed to fix a new date for 26 June. Mr Hough, of Maes y Dre, Flint, has pleaded not guilty to the murder of Janet Commins in January, 1976. He also denies a charge of rape and a further sexual offence. The body of Miss Commins, 15, was found under a hedge in a school playing field in Flint. One of the reasons for the adjournment was the unavailability of prosecuting barrister Elwern Evans QC, who was said to have been in hospital overnight. The judge was told that senior officers would speak to Miss Commins' mother to explain why the trial had to be adjourned.

Summary: The trial of a man charged with murdering a Flintshire schoolgirl 40 years ago has been postponed.


Deputy Mike Hadley called for the introduction of the tax and for Â£250,000 to be ring-fenced for the strategy. But the plans were heavily defeated as politicians approved a Healthy Weight Strategy for 2016-2023. The States intends to cut down on the number of overweight and obese islanders through promoting healthy eating and exercise. More than half of adults are classed as overweight or obese, according to government figures. A third of nine and ten year olds also fall into that category.

Summary: An attempt to introduce a sugar tax in Guernsey was thrown out by the States.


The 10-year-old won 12 of his 65 starts and was placed on a further 14 occasions, earning over £2m in prize money. He burst onto the scene when running out a shock 100-1 winner of the Nunthorpe Stakes at York in 2010. "He was a great horse, but time waits for no man and he's been retired," said Lynam. Sole Power landed consecutive renewals of the King's Stand Stakes at Royal Ascot in 2013 and 2014 before regaining his Nunthorpe crown three years ago. His final appearance came at last month's Dubai Carnival where he ran three times, finishing sixth in the Meydan Sprint. Lynam added: "I've been training since I was 21 and I'm 55 now. I was a nobody until he came around and he's taken me to places I never felt were possible to go to."

Summary: Multiple Group One-winning sprinter Sole Power has been retired, his trainer Eddie Lynam has announced.


The Australian moved to the Super League club this season after a 15-year career at Newcastle Knights. Gidley has spent much of his time at full-back so far and has scored 94 points in his 10 appearances. "I'm excited to be staying for another year. My plan was always to play for two years," the 33-year-old told the Warrington website. "It's been really enjoyable for the short time we've been here so far and we are looking forward to staying longer." Wire head coach Tony Smith added: "He's already shown his experience, knowledge and temperament. His professionalism off the field has been fantastic as well as on the field."

Summary: Warrington Wolves utility back Kurt Gidley has signed a new one-year deal until the end of the 2017 season.


He is the second man to be arrested in connection with robberies in Linlithgow, Cowdenbeath, Burntisland and Kincardine on Monday. The second man has also been charged with robberies in Larkhall on 23 December, Glenboig on 6 January and Clarkston on Monday. Two men, 28 and 38, are due to appear at Dunfermline Sheriff Court later. Det Insp Colin Robson, of Police Scotland, said: "Thanks to the combined efforts of officers from four territorial divisions, as well as specialist resources, two men have now been charged in connection with these incidents and we're not currently looking for anyone else. "I want to again commend the staff involved for their assistance following these distressing incidents, as well as thank the local communities and everyone who came forward with information for their support."

Summary: A 38-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with robberies at seven post offices in Scotland.


The visitor attraction got the honour at the British Travel Awards in London. The castle, which receives more than 1.2 million visitors a year, was the only Scottish attraction to be shortlisted this year. Visit Scotland Mike Cantlay chairman, said: "What a fantastic achievement in what has been a truly exceptional year for Edinburgh Castle." He added: "With bumper visitor figures and continued accolades from visitors and industry alike, the castle continues to be the jewel in Scotland's tourism crown." Culture Secretary Fiona Hyslop said: "To win this prestigious award three times in a row confirms that Edinburgh Castle's fascinating history, dramatic location and panoramic views have an enduring appeal for visitors of all ages both in the UK and around the world." Lorraine Barnes Burton, British Travel Awards' chief executive, said Edinburgh Castle was to be congratulated on the achievement.

Summary: Edinburgh Castle has been named the top heritage attraction in the UK for the third year running.


Cheltenham secured the National League title on Saturday, ending a season-long battle for top spot with Pennock's second-placed side, their local rivals. "He may have wanted to keep it secret but it was a lovely little touch," Johnson told BBC Radio Gloucestershire. "Credit to him because he's been very humble. That was a bit of class there." Pennock said: "He deserved it. We've had a good battle up there, being first and second all season. "It was just a case of saying well done to him. He fully deserves it. "Being manager at any football club is a tough job. He's come out on top and that was all it was." Johnson added: "A bottle turned up yesterday in a package and we thought 'who is this from?' The card came out and it was from 'Ady Pennock, Forest Green.' "I wish him well for the play-offs."

Summary: Forest Green Rovers boss Ady Pennock sent Cheltenham Town's Gary Johnson a bottle of champagne to congratulate him on promotion to League Two.


The Robins took a 2-0 lead when Louis Thompson added to Jon Obika's opener, and their debutant keeper Will Henry saved Ian Henderson's penalty. Jamie Allen got one back for Rochdale from 25 yards just before half-time, and Thompson was dismissed for a second bookable offence after 58 minutes. Matty Lund's header made it 2-2, but Swindon held on despite an 88th-minute red card for Brandon Ormonde-Ottewill.

Summary: Swindon had two players sent off but still gained a point at Rochdale.


The premiere takes place in Hollywood in America tonight. Fans have been camping outside the three cinemas, where the film will be shown, for a chance to get tickets since last week. Fans have been told they must spend at least 24 hours in the queue to be able to buy two tickets, and have to wait another 24 hours to be able to buy an extra ticket. The film is the seventh in the series and will have its UK premiere in London on Wednesday. In October some cinema websites stopped working because they could not cope with the amount of people who were trying to buy tickets.

Summary: The premiere of the latest Star Wars film, The Force Awakens, has brought hundreds of fans out.


The 30-year-old, who bowls leg-spin, will be available for the entire competition, and could play other forms of the game as well. He toured England with Sri Lanka A in 2011 and dismissed Joe Root, Alex Hales and Ben Stokes when he took 6-23 against England Lions at Worcester. Prasanna could make his debut against Leicestershire at Grace Road on 20 May. "He's an exciting cricketer with plenty of experience and good stats, and having him for the whole T20 Blast campaign is obviously a big plus for us," said head coach David Ripley. Prasanna has played one Test, 25 one-day internationals and six T20 matches for Sri Lanka.

Summary: Northants have signed Sri Lanka all-rounder Seekkuge Prasanna for this summer's T20 Blast.


Steve Tandy's side booked their place in the last eight - where they could face Welsh rivals Cardiff Blues - but saw Keelan go off after 34 minutes of their 47-7 victory. Wales interim head coach Rob Howley announces his squad for the Six Nations on Tuesday. "It is too early to tell," Tandy said regarding the severity of the injury. "He will get scanned and we will see how he puts up in the next 24 to 48 hours." The Six Nations begins on February 4 with Wales' first match a day later. Giles is thought to be suffering from a hamstring injury, while team-mate Ma'afu Fia suffered an ankle problem as Ospreys ensured they top their qualification group. "There's no point speculating on them," Tandy told BBC Radio Wales Sport. "We'll just review things."

Summary: Winger Keelan Giles is an injury worry for Wales after limping out of Ospreys' Challenge Cup win over Lyon.


The 29-year-old once-capped England international was already signed up at Sixways until June 2017. But he has now signed a new undisclosed-length deal to to carry him at least into his early 30s. "I'm looking forward to doing my bit in shaping a successful future," said Worcester-born Pennell. "We've got unbelievable fans, a coaching team I'm constantly learning from and great support staff keeping me fit and fed." Pennell, son of the late England Test cricketer Graham Dilley, has scored 34 tries in 165 appearances since making his Premiership debut back in 2007, "Chris has been an outstanding member of the squad both on and off the field," said director of rugby Dean Ryan. "We are looking to build a side capable of challenging Europe's elite and Chris certainly possesses the qualities and characteristics which are essential to that."

Summary: Worcester Warriors full-back Chris Pennell has further committed his future to the Premiership club by extending his current contract.


Miroslava Breach was shot eight times in her car outside her home in the state capital, Chihuahua. One of her children was in the vehicle but was not hurt. Mrs Breach had reported on organised crime, drug-trafficking and corruption for a national newspaper, La Jornada, and a regional newspaper, Norte de Juarez. The gunmen left a note saying: "For being a loud-mouth." The Committee to Protect Journalists condemned the attack. "This wave of violence threatens citizens' right to access vital information, and harms Mexico's democracy by limiting public debate," said a spokesman for the CPJ, Carlos Lauria. He urged the Mexican government to put an end to the violence by bringing the perpetrators to justice. The CPJ says 38 journalists have been killed in Mexico since 1992.

Summary: A journalist has been shot dead in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, the third to be killed in the country this month.


The 22-year-old has made 50 league starts for Brighton, having come through the club's youth system. He has previously had loan spells at Oxford United and Milton Keynes Dons. The terms of the loan deal stipulate that he will not be able to play against Brighton when they face Rotherham on 16 August and 7 March. Forster-Caskey became Albion's youngest player when he made his first-team debut, aged 16, in the 2009-10 season. Manager Chris Hughton told the Brighton website: "An opportunity has arisen for Jake to gain regular Championship football again, which benefits all three parties." The news comes after Huddersfield midfielder Dean Whitehead turned down an offer from Rotherham and chose to stay with the Terriers. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Rotherham United have signed former England Under-21 midfielder Jake Forster-Caskey on a season-long loan from Championship rivals Brighton.


Det Insp Andy Dunlop said £200,000 worth of the drug was seized from a car stopped by police on the M2 while another £200,000 was located in Antrim. A 33-year-old man has been charged with possession of class B drugs and possession with intent to supply. A 52-year-old woman has been charged with attempted possession of class B drugs with intent to supply. The pair were both arrested on Friday. Police also carried out searches in the Shore Road area of Belfast and in Newtownards, County Down, as part of the investigation. The man is expected to appear in court in Belfast on Monday while the woman is due in court in Coleraine, County Londonderry, on the same day.

Summary: A man and a woman have been charged followed the seizure of about £400,000 of cannabis in County Antrim on Friday.


Speaking at the launch of the EFL's Every Player Counts initiative, Mills said the sport must resist becoming "set in its ways". More than £1m from the Wembley National Stadium Trust will be shared by 25 EFL clubs to increase opportunities and get 10,000 more disabled people involved. "Football is huge for everybody. It brings people together," said Mills. "People are still a bit scared of disability. Anyone who is a bit different, we fear. We've got to create safe environments and encourage people to get involved. It's hugely rewarding." The donation is the Wembley National Stadium Trust's largest single donation and its first England-wide grants programme.

Summary: Football must do more to embrace disabled players and supporters, says former England defender Danny Mills.


The House of Keys seats will be contested in two constituencies within the capital of the island on 21 May. Bill Henderson and David Cretney, who represented Douglas North and Douglas South respectively, were elected to the Legislative Council last month. Nomination day - when candidates confirm their intention to stand - will be on 21 April. The Legislative Council is the upper branch of Tynwald and has 11 members. Four seats became vacant last month. They did so when the terms of office expired for Phil Braidwood, Dudley Butt, Alex Downie and Alan Crowe. The Legislative Council primarily acts as a revising chamber for bills, whereas the House of Keys is the directly elected lower branch of Tynwald.

Summary: The date of two by-elections has been set following the elevation of two Manx politicians to the Legislative Council.


Piepa Cleary, 19, who plays for Perth Scorchers in the women's T20 Big Bash League, was guilty of breaching Cricket Australia's (CA) anti-corruption code. "Bets totalling £7.60 might seem small but it doesn't matter," said CA Integrity Unit boss Iain Roy. Cleary is the second female Australian cricketer to receive a ban for betting. In December, Angela Reakes, who plays for ACT Meteors in the Women's National Cricket League, was given a two-year suspended sentence for bets totalling Aus $9 (£4.36) during the 2015 Cricket World Cup. Cleary also received a further 18-month suspended sentence after CA said she had received face-to-face anti-corruption training two months before she placed the bets. Roy added: "We take a zero tolerance approach to any form of gambling on cricket by players in order to protect the integrity of the game."

Summary: An Australian cricketer has received a six-month ban for bets totalling Aus $15.50 (£7.60) on a Test match between Australia and New Zealand.


Two Juan Pablo Socino scores along with tries from Sonatane Takulua and Hodgson gave the hosts a 34-10 half-time lead. Zach Kibirige and Callum Chick added further tries after the break as Hodgson kicked seven from seven. Paul Bonnefond scored Lyon's fourth try in the last play of the game as they earned a try bonus-point. The Falcons were beaten 42-12 in France last week and now sit third, a point behind Lyon in their group. Newcastle: Catterick; Marshall, Burdon, Socino, Kibirige; Hodgson, Takulua; Rogers, Sowrey, Welsh, Green, Civetta, Temm, M Wilson (capt), Chick. Replacements: Nelson, Vickers, Ryan, Young, Orr, Egerton, Willis, Agulla. Lyon: Porical; Regard, Bonnefond, Barassi, Romanet; Loursac, Figuerola (capt); Mavinga, Mapusua, Attoub, Bekhuis, Paulino, Cretin, Tison, Tuifua. Replacements: Paulo, Menini, Kaabeche, Tarazona, Fourie, Potgieter, Durand, Couilloud. For the latest rugby union news follow @bbcrugbyunion on Twitter.

Summary: Joel Hodgson scored 21 points as Newcastle Falcons secured a bonus-point win over Lyon to keep their hopes of progressing in the Challenge Cup alive.


Clywodd Llys y Goron Abertawe fod Gordon Fleming o Groesoswallt wedi camdrin nifer o blant dros gyfnod o chwe blynedd. Plediodd y gwr 66 oed yn euog i 24 cyhuddiad o ymosod yn anweddus ar blant o dan 13 oed. Dywedodd y Barnwr Geraint Walters y gallai Fleming ddisgwyl "dedfryd sylweddol o garchar". Roedd Fleming wedi ei gael yn euog o drosedd debyg yn Llys y Goron Caer yn 1992. Bydd yn dychwelyd i Lys y Goron Abertawe ar 5 Mai i glywed ei ddedfryd.

Summary: Mae cyn athro ysgol gynradd wedi cyfaddef iddo gyflawni cyfres o droseddau rhyw ar ferched ifanc.


The six-week consultation is looking for views from parents, teachers and children via an online questionnaire and focus groups. A separate version for children is available. Estyn wants people to look at all aspects of the process, including what is reported, judgements made and the views of parents and pupils. Chief inspector Meilyr Rowlands said: "This is an opportunity to influence changes to inspections. I encourage everyone with an interest in education in Wales to take part in the consultation on how Estyn will inspect in the future." Any changes would start in September 2017. Schools, nurseries and training providers in Wales are currently inspected at least once during a six-year period and are usually given four weeks' notice.

Summary: The education watchdog Estyn is seeking opinions on how schools in Wales should be inspected.


Colleagues lifted the car body off the man at the plant in Castle Bromwich, the Birmingham Mail reported. "A man in his 30s had a chest injury and a minor head injury after an incident with some of the plant at the factory," the ambulance service said. JLR said it had begun an investigation into the incident which happened about 09:40 BST. The man, who was was believed to be working on a section where Jaguar F-Type bodies and engines are combined, was taken to Heartlands Hospital in Birmingham after ambulance staff immobilised him with the use of a spinal board and administered pain relief. "When ambulance staff arrived he had already been freed and was being cared for by colleagues", the ambulance service said.

Summary: A Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) worker was injured when a car body fell on him on the production line, it is understood.


Eileen Mullan said that while many organisations displayed creativity and openness, others were lagging behind. "They're not prepared to look outside, and that's unfortunate," she told the BBC's Inside Business programme. "I think they lose the opportunity to get that fresh perspective, they lose the opportunity to be a part of a wider voice." Ms Mullan added: "If companies were to support and release their staff to volunteer on boards, they in return would get strategic thinkers in their workplace and so much value, but they're missing that opportunity." Inside Business was first broadcast on Sunday on BBC Radio Ulster and Radio Foyle, and is available to listen to again online.

Summary: Greater diversity is needed in company boardrooms in Northern Ireland, the chair of the charity Age NI has said.


Officers were called to a block of flats in Gristock Place by the ambulance service just after midnight. A man, thought to be in his late 40s, died a short time later in one of the flats, said Norfolk Police. His death is currently being treated as unexplained. A woman, aged 50, has been arrested in connection with the incident and is currently in custody at Wymondham Police Investigation Centre. A cordon on the property remains in place while investigations continue. A Home Office post mortem examination on the body to establish cause of death will be held later, Norfolk Police said.

Summary: A woman has been arrested following the sudden death of a man in Norwich.


The 30-year-old was attacked by two men as he walked along Henry Place at about 01:30 BST on Saturday. Police said it was "yet another example of how criminal groups seek to control communities through fear and violence". The man was taken to hospital for treatment to his injuries, which are not life-threatening. Social Democratic and Labour Party MLA Nichola Mallon said the attack was "extremely worrying" for people in the area. "Yet again we have had a paramilitary-style shooting," she said. "It's not for paramilitaries to dispense justice - that's for the police and the courts. "People in north Belfast are really weary that yet again north Belfast is in the headlines for something so harrowing."

Summary: A man has been shot in both legs in what police have described as a "brutal and horrific" paramilitary-style attack in north Belfast.


Last Thursday police searched properties in Rose Hill, Blackbird Leys and a travellers' site in Redbridge Hollow, in Hinksey Hill. A 59-year-old woman and an 81-year-old man, of Oxford, have been arrested on suspicion of fraud, assault and slavery offences. Operation Rague relates to suspected human exploitation, slavery and fraud. Two people, both from Redbridge Hollow, Oxford, have already been charged with slavery offences and remanded in custody by Oxford magistrates. Helen Collins, 44, was charged with fraud and slavery offences and a 44-year-old man was charged with harassment, blackmail and assault and slavery offences. He is due at Oxford Crown Court on 17 April.

Summary: Two more people have been arrested in connection with suspected slavery offences in Oxford.


Michael O'Hanlon, who was 45, was found with serious injuries at Moorpark Industrial Estate in Stevenston, Ayrshire, on Monday. The emergency services were called but he died at the scene. Steven Kirkwood, 43, appeared from custody at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court. He made no plea or declaration at the private hearing. Mr O'Hanlon won the National Amateur Body Building Association (NABBA) Mr Scotland title in March this year. According to the NABBA website, he won the class two contest and the overall competition in 2016, having first won the title 23 years ago. Mr O'Hanlon ran the Musclebox bodybuilding shops.

Summary: A man has been charged with murder following the death of a bodybuilder who was the current Mr Scotland.


The Community Speed Watch pilot will run for six months at up to 50 sites in York, Harrogate and Selby. North Yorkshire Police said the volunteers would work alongside police officers and community support officers. Drivers caught speeding will not face a fine but will receive a letter from the force informing them of their offence. Data gathered by volunteers will also be monitored and further enforcement measures may be taken against a persistent or extreme offender, the force said. The scheme, which already operates elsewhere in England, is aimed at mainly residential areas with 30 and 40mph speed limits. Dep Ch Con Tim Madgwick said the main aim was to draw drivers' attention to the speed limit in areas where residents said it was affecting their quality of life.

Summary: Volunteers are being given speed guns to monitor traffic in selected communities in North Yorkshire.


Kaden Gowers sustained fatal injuries on Fowey Close, in Macclesfield, shortly before 21:00 BST on Tuesday, Cheshire Police said. He was pronounced dead in the cul-de-sac. Detectives said no-one else is thought to have been involved in the death. Prayers were held at his school, All Hallows Catholic College. Principal Tony Billings said: "Kaden Gowers joined All Hallows Catholic College this September, coming into Year 9. "In a very short space of time he made many new friends both at All Hallows and across the town. We are all deeply saddened by news of the tragic accident which has taken Kaden from us." A spokesman for Cheshire Police said: "Investigations are ongoing to establish the exact cause of the accident. "The boy's next of kin have been informed."

Summary: A 13-year-old boy run over by what police called an "unattended" car has died.


Sessegnon, who can play any position on the left-hand side, had been linked with moves to Premier League clubs Liverpool and Tottenham. The 17-year-old made his debut aged 16 years and 81 days against Leyton Orient in the EFL Cup in August 2016. He made 25 Championship appearances last season, starting in 17 games and scoring five goals. "I'm excited to see what's in front of me at this club, hopefully we can all push on now," Sessegnon, who helped Fulham to the Championship play-offs, told the club website. "Last year I got a lot of opportunities from the gaffer, and I just want to continue that."

Summary: Fulham's Ryan Sessegnon has signed his first professional contract, keeping him at the club until June 2020.


"I have hemorrhaged [sic] my vocal cord again," she wrote on Instagram. "I will need to cancel the remainder of my tour and get surgery to finally fix this once and for all." The All About That Bass star, who had been due to round off her MTrain tour with a string of dates in August and September, told her fans she was "devastated, scared and so sorry". She added: "I am determined to do what it takes to get better and come back around stronger than ever." She is not the only singer to have suffered voice problems in recent months. Sam Smith and Jess Glynne are among other recording stars to have had vocal cord issues.

Summary: Singer Meghan Trainor has called time on her current US tour due to ongoing problems with her vocal cords.


The news came as Adidas said second-quarter revenues at the golf unit were down 26% on a currency-adjusted basis from a year earlier. The firm said the review would look at at its Adams and Ashworth brands in particular. Adidas's main golf brand is TaylorMade, which it bought in 1997. The Adams brand was bought in 2008 and Ashworth was added in 2012. Adidas's golf business has struggled recently as the game's popularity has declined, particularly in the US. The company said the golf unit had seen sales fall in most categories, but particularly in metalwoods and irons. Despite the poor performance at the golf business, Adidas said second-quarter sales rose to â‚¬3.9bn ($4.2bn; Â£2.7bn) overall, up 5% when currency movements were excluded. Net profit rose 1% to â‚¬146m.

Summary: German sportswear firm Adidas has appointed an investment bank to consider options for its struggling golf business.


Benteke, 25, joined the Eagles from Liverpool for a club record £27m. The Premier League side have yet to win this season after losing 1-0 to both West Brom and Tottenham. "We're not signing Messi, he's a good player but not a player who is going to get the ball and make things happen," Delaney told the Evening Standard. "We have to get some ammunition for him, get some crosses in the box, give him supply". Benteke could make his debut on Tuesday when Palace face Blackpool in the EFL Cup, although the striker is short of match fitness. "(Benteke) brings a presence, he's a handful, but Connor Wickham is as well. It's time we stop talking about things and go and win games," Delaney added.

Summary: Crystal Palace defender Damien Delaney has said new signing Christian Benteke 'is not Lionel Messi' and will need support from the squad.


Nine fire engines were sent to Ladywood Road in Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield, at about 23:20 GMT on Sunday. West Midlands Fire Service said the derelict property was destroyed but there were no reports of any injuries. The cause of the blaze was being investigated and a structural engineer has been called out to assess the damage. Read updates on this story and other news from Birmingham and the Black Country. The road is the location of some of the most expensive properties in the West Midlands with houses selling for millions of pounds. Two fire engines were deployed from Sutton Coldfield and Perry Barr and one appliance was sent from Erdington, Aldridge, Ward End, Sheldon and Ladywood. Crews from one or two fire engines were damping down from dawn.

Summary: More than 40 firefighters have tackled a fire which destroyed a house in the West Midlands.


President Jammeh initially conceded after rival Adama Barrow won last week's vote, but then backtracked on Friday, saying he "totally" rejected the result. The United Nations Security Council has demanded he accepts defeat. The streets remain calm despite a heavy army presence in the capital Banjul. Mr Jammeh's Alliance for Patriotic Reorientation and Construction party announced, late on Saturday, that a petition will be filed to The Gambia's Supreme Court. By law, election results can be contested up to 10 days after the vote. President-elect Barrow said on Sunday that he feared for his safety. He had previously accused his rival of damaging democracy by refusing to agree to hand over power. Mr Jammeh, who took power in a coup in 1994, has cited "abnormalities" in the vote and wants a re-run.

Summary: Gambian leader Yahya Jammeh says he will launch a legal challenge to contest an election defeat that will bring an end to his 22-year rule.


The 20-year-old former Derry City player, who was captain at Institute, had been a target for Bannsiders manager Oran Kearney. "I feel Ciaron has been with us for a long time because I've watched him that often," said Kearney. "We are delighted to have him on board - he is a fit lad and he gets about the pitch." "I went especially to the play-off game away at Ballinamallard in May and he was as good a player as there was on the pitch that night," Kearney told the Coleraine Times. "That game at Ballinamallard was a big pressure game but the way he managed himself and the game was way beyond his years. "He was captain of Institute which says a huge amount at the tender age of 20."

Summary: Coleraine have completed the signing of midfielder Ciaron Harkin from Championship side Institute.


The blast struck the Nanyang Export Fireworks Factory in the city of Liling in Hunan province. Another two people were missing following Monday's blast. Officials did not say what caused the explosion, but said the factory was properly licensed. The blast left surrounding areas scattered with debris and glass shards from broken windows of nearby houses, Xinhua news agency said. China's fireworks industry suffers from lax controls and there have been a number of deadly incidents in recent years. Last year, an explosion at fireworks factory in Guangxi killed 11 people and injured 17 others. An accident in February 2013 also saw a truck carrying fireworks explode on an elevated highway in Henan province, killing at least five people and causing part of the road to collapse.

Summary: An explosion at a fireworks factory in China has killed at least 12 people and injured 33 others, local government officials say.


The Dons striker caught the 19-year-old Celtic left-back with an arm midway through the first-half. The Scotland defender was substituted and taken to hospital. Stockley was not cautioned by referee Bobby Madden and, given that the official witnessed the incident, there is no case to answer. Tierney returned in time to collect his winners' medal and lift the trophy following the Glasgow side's last-gasp 2-1 victory, which secured the domestic treble. In his official Twitter account Stockley said: "Support was unbelievable. Thank you to all our incredible fans for the season and, no, it wasn't intentional in the slightest!" Tierney stated on his official Twitter account that it was "worth a broken jaw haha". Despite the injury, he has kept his place in Gordon Strachan's squad for Scotland's World Cup qualifier against England at Hampden Park on 10 June.

Summary: Aberdeen's Jayden Stockley faces no action from the Scottish FA for the challenge that led to Kieran Tierney's Scottish Cup final facial injury.


Scotland international Fletcher scored 23 goals in 108 appearances for Premier League side Sunderland after joining from Wolves for £12m in 2012. The 29-year-old ended last season on loan with French side Marseille, for whom he scored twice in 14 games. He has won 28 caps for Scotland, having made his debut against Croatia in 2008. Fletcher started his career with Hibernian, scoring 52 times in 189 games to set up a £3m transfer to Burnley in 2009, before signing for Wolves after one season at Turf Moor. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Championship side Sheffield Wednesday have signed striker Steven Fletcher on a four-year contract following his release by Sunderland.


Police were called to the Smethwick area of Sandwell at about 12:50 BST on Saturday. A 38-year-old man, who has not been formally identified, was pronounced dead at the scene at the internet cafe on Cape Hill. West Midlands Police said a suspect, described as black and of a large build, is still at large. Det Insp Justin Spanner, from the force's CID, said: "This happened in broad daylight on a Saturday afternoon in a busy area and we are aware that several witnesses were at the scene and as yet have not come forward. "The suspect was wearing a dark quilted patterned jacket, blue jeans and trainers."

Summary: A manhunt is under way after a man was stabbed to death at an internet cafe in broad daylight.


Middle Folly, situated between the coastal villages of Roch and Nolton Haven, was used as a radar station during the war. The two-bedroom property is mainly underground and has been used a home for the past 30 years. It has an auction start price of Â£89,950. FBM estate agents said: "Middle Folly is the most unique property FBM have as a listing." A date has yet to be set for the auction but the listing added: "A viewing is an absolute must to fully appreciate the rural position and uniqueness of the property."

Summary: A former World War Two shelter in Pembrokeshire has gone up for auction.


SSE Renewables wants to install 36 turbines in the Sperrin mountains near Draperstown in County Londonderry. The project known, as the Doraville Wind Farm, could provide 115 MW of power. The planning application also states that minor works would be needed to roads in the area to facilitate turbine delivery. Twenty five of the turbines would have a maximum height of 140m, with the other 11 having a maximum height of 126.5m. SSE began engagement with the Planning Service in 2013 and has also held a series of community consultations. It is anticipated that the windfarm would connect to the grid at the Magherafelt substation.

Summary: A planning application has been submitted for what would be Northern Ireland largest wind farm.


They found that the vacancy rate in the city's "prime retail area" fell from almost 20% in 2014 to 12.5% in 2015. The agency said this was the largest fall in vacancies since 2011. A rates revaluation, which cut the cost of occupying a shop on Royal Avenue/ Donegall Place, was part of the reason for the improvement. That area of the city has seen a wave of new occupiers including DW Sports, Gap and Skechers. Across Northern Ireland vacancies were down from 17.1% to 14.6%. Lisney said the improvement also extended to out-of-town locations. The agency predicts that continued occupier demand will lead to an increase in rents in prime locations over the next year.

Summary: The number of empty shops in central Belfast fell sharply in 2015, according to research by Lisney, the commercial property agents.


A resident of Caledonian Road had noticed her cat acting strangely on 17 April. A vet discovered the cat was blind and its kidneys had shut down, and recommended it be put down. When they got home to bury the cat, the owners found a plastic tub by their house containing what looked like fish and what appeared to be antifreeze. The Scottish SPCA confirmed the cat had been poisoned, and are investigating. A spokesman for Police Scotland said: "This clearly was a cruel and malicious act which caused real suffering to a well-loved family pet. "As such if you have any information with regards to this or knowledge as to who may be responsible, please call Police Scotland."

Summary: Police are investigating after a cat was deliberately poisoned in Alloa.


Property developer Grosvenor has sold part of the site to Queensgate Hotels, which plans to operate the hotel under the Hampton by Hilton banner. The site has an existing hotel planning consent from Edinburgh City Council. It is due to open in summer 2017. Grosvenor was recently granted planning consent for up to 400 new homes beside the hotel site in Fountainbridge. There are 250 homes for sale, affordable homes, serviced apartments, private rented homes and two student residences already at the site. Robin Blacklock, planning and development director Scotland for Grosvenor Britain and Ireland, said: "This marks another milestone in the transformation of Fountainbridge. "The hotel will benefit from close proximity to all of the amenities of the central city and will bring further jobs and vibrancy to the area."

Summary: A 228-room hotel is planned for the Fountainbridge regeneration scheme in Edinburgh.


The composer of Chinese descent was best known for his work on the 1963 worldwide smash hit Sukiyaki, which protested against continued US military presence. The song was released in 1961 and topped the US Billboard charts, selling more than 13m copies worldwide. Relatives said Mr Ei suffered from Parkinson's disease and prostate cancer and died peacefully at home. An established author and radio broadcaster, Mr Ei published several books, including a novel about death and illness which sold more than 20m copies. Fans in Japan paid tribute to the late star on Twitter, with many expressing their sympathy by remembering his iconic works. "From early on, he had a great success in Japan's electrical wave media and music industry," reminisced radio personality Jon Kabira. "While it's sad to see my great mentor depart, it has a sobering effect on me." Other users shared lyrics and links to his songs.

Summary: Prominent Japanese lyricist Rokusuke Ei has died at the age of 83.


The technology giant had argued that it was against customer privacy. Victor Collins was found dead in a hot tub in Arkansas in November 2015. His friend James Andrew Bates denies murdering him. Prosecutors think the Echo may have captured fragments of audio from the scene as it listened for commands. The "always on" Echo speaker makes recordings of audio it hears from a fraction of a second before it detects a wake word - either "Alexa" or "Amazon" - and that data goes to Amazon's servers. One witness said music had been streaming from the device during the evening. Mr Bates says he was asleep at the time, and the data may hold clues as to who was with Mr Collins when he died. A hearing is scheduled for Wednesday.

Summary: Amazon has agreed to hand over data from an Amazon Echo that may have been operating as an alleged murder took place, after the defendant consented.


The two-year Domestic Violence Perpetrator Programme will work with offenders to change their ways. It is a voluntary scheme for fathers aged 18 and over who have been asked to participate as part of a child protection plan or child in need plan. West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner David Jamieson is launching the project. Read more news for Birmingham and the Black Country A support service for female partners and children will also be provided by the West Midlands Domestic Violence Consortium. Mr Jamieson said: "The Domestic Violence Perpetrator Programme will work with offenders to change their ways and improve the safety of their families. "I hope it will make a real difference and improve the lives of hundreds of families." The Office of the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner is now looking to appoint an organisation or consortium to deliver the programme.

Summary: A £700,000 project to tackle domestic violence and abuse is being set up in the West Midlands.


The two men were carrying out routine maintenance when they were suffocated by a nitrogen leak in the room in which they worked. In a statement LG said that four other workers were affected by the leak but their injuries were not life-threatening. LG expressed regret over the incident and said it had begun an investigation. In its statement, LG said the nitrogen leak occurred at a factory known as "P8" that is in Paju city north of Seoul, that makes LCD screens for large TV sets. The factory is believed to have the world's largest production line, making display panels for LCD and OLED TVs. Nitrogen is used to wash the display panels during manufacturing. LG said the accident was a ""terrible tragedy" and added that it was "working to uncover the exact sequence of events" that led to the deaths.

Summary: Two people have been killed during an accident at an LG factory in South Korea.


The government grounded all flights as heavy rain and winds lashed north-western islands in the archipelago. No hurricane has ever been recorded further east in the tropical Atlantic. Late on Monday Fred weakened to a tropical storm as it moved away from the islands, the US-based National Hurricane Center (NHC) said. Strong winds and rain are expected to persist as Fred moves through other parts of Cape Verde on Tuesday, the NHC added. It said the last time a hurricane was recorded hitting Cape Verde was 1892, although it cautions that records were less exact before the advent of weather satellites in the mid-1960s. Cape Verde consists of 10 significant volcanic islands, nine of which are inhabited. Read more about the Cape Verde islands.

Summary: A hurricane with winds of up to 135km/h (85mph) has hit the island nation of Cape Verde, off the coast of West Africa.


The incident, which happened in the second half of the game in Austria, led to the match being abandoned. Ajax later said the player was "stable" in hospital and being "kept asleep for optimal treatment". Nouri, 20, was part of the Ajax squad for the Europa League final against Manchester United in May. However, the Netherlands youth international played no part in the game, which United won 2-0. Nouri played a total 15 league and cup games for Ajax in 2016-17, scoring one goal in a Dutch Cup tie. Former Netherlands captain Ruud Gullit posted on social media: "#abdelhaknouri we pray for you." Ajax Cape Town, a feeder club for the Dutch side, also sent a message of support. "We would like to wish speedy recovery to Abdelhak Nouri from @AFCAjax who collapsed in a friendly game," it posted on Twitter.

Summary: Ajax midfielder Abdelhak Nouri collapsed and was taken to hospital by helicopter during a pre-season friendly against Werder Bremen.


Aberdeen-based BWE Partnership has already gained planning permission for a 9.5MW solar photovoltaic (PV) park on farmland at Carmyllie, near Arbroath. BWE said the project could produce enough energy to power 6,670 homes. It has already secured a 9.5MW connection agreement with Scottish Hydro Electric Power Distribution. The firm expects the New Mains of Guynd park to start generating electricity early next year. BWE owner Ron Shanks said: "This is an exciting time for BWE Partnership as we enter the construction stage of delivering what we believe is Scotland's first large commercial solar park. "This site was selected because of its excellent levels of irradiance which is vital to the effectiveness of a solar park as this powers the entire project. "Scotland continues to build a strong reputation in the renewable energy sector and the build of this solar park will represent a significant step forward."

Summary: Construction work on a commercial-scale solar park in Angus will start at the end of this year, according to developers.


The party's Welsh leader said she would not seek to replace Nick Clegg if he stood down after the general election. Ms Williams told BBC Radio Wales the assembly was "not a training ground or a nursery for Westminster". "I cannot understand this obsession with people thinking you can only achieve in politics if you happen to go to Westminster," she said. On Friday, Ms Williams became the last of six party leaders in Wales to be interviewed by presenter Jason Mohammad and take calls from listeners. She denied any ambition to seek election as an MP and, when it was suggested she could be the next leader of the Lib Dems, Ms Williams replied: "I don't know how many more ways I can say no - categorically."

Summary: Kirsty Williams says "categorically" she has no ambition to lead the Liberal Democrats at Westminster.


The deal for the versatile 25-year-old, who can play on the left of defence or midfield, is subject to international clearance. Leu played for Moldovan club side FC Spicul last season and won an international cap in 2014. "We're delighted to add a full international to improve our squad," said Glens manager Alan Kernaghan "I am confident Alex will be a high quality addition," Kernaghan told the club website. "This further demonstrates the club's determination to build the strongest possible playing squad for this season. "We have worked very hard for some time now to get the deal over the line and I must again thank our loyal and dedicated supporters for their help." The arrival of Leu at the Oval follows the signing of former Rangers striker Nacho Novo last month.

Summary: Glentoran have signed Moldova international Alex Leu on a one-year contract.


The 28-year-old joined the Tykes for a third spell in November and scored nine goals in 34 competitions. The former Liverpool trainee scored at Wembley as the Oakwell side won both the Johnstone's Paint Trophy and the League One play-off final. "I'm absolutely delighted. I've listened to my heart," Hammill told BBC Radio Sheffield. "The affinity that the fans have for me was one of the main reasons for staying. "Taking that team spirit that we have here forward I am sure we will have a really impressive season." The new deal will keep him at Oakwell until the summer of 2018.

Summary: Barnsley winger Adam Hammill has signed a two-year contract after helping the club to the Championship.


The safe was taken overnight between Thursday and Friday from a portable office building at Lighthouse Leisure in Southerness. Det Con Grant Drennan said they were carrying out door-to-door inquiries in the area. He said they wanted to hear from anyone who had seen or heard anything suspicious in the area. "It appears that those responsible might have taken some time to carry out this crime and we are also keen to hear about any suspicious activities on the days leading up to this theft," he added.

Summary: Thieves have made off with a "substantial four-figure sum" in a break-in at a caravan park.


Ms Rayner becomes the third MP to hold the post this week after Lucy Powell and Pat Glass both resigned. The move comes amid a wave of resignations by Labour MPs seeking a change in leadership. She was previously a shadow work and pensions minister before moving into the shadow cabinet on Monday with the women and equalities portfolio. Ms Rayner was elected MP for Ashton-under-Lyne in 2015. Ms Glass was appointed shadow education secretary by Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn after the resignation of Ms Powell on Sunday - but she herself also resigned on Wednesday. Ms Glass said she had stepped down from the post "with a heavy heart" because the "situation is untenable".

Summary: Angela Rayner has been appointed shadow education secretary, the Labour Party has confirmed.


The nine were detained at Incheon airport near Seoul and barred from the CISM games. They were then sent home. Police said the group - five men and four women - protested noisily and blocked an aisle after Korean Air cabin crew refused them more alcohol. CISM, in Mungyeong this year, is the world's biggest military sports event. Yoo Ji-hyun, spokesman for the CISM organising committee, said the nine were accused of violating South Korea's aviation security law. The Associated Press news agency said the Russians included two female swimmers, both active duty soldiers. Only eight athletes from Russia are left to compete in the games, Yonhap news agency reports. The games have attracted 7,000 athletes from 117 countries, competing in 24 sports disciplines. They run until 11 October.

Summary: South Korea has deported nine Russian athletes, trainers and journalists who allegedly got drunk and rowdy on a flight to the military world games.


The 28-year-old three-time All Star's tally included eight three-pointers and was three points shy of the record from a player in any quarter. "I made my first couple shots and it was on from there," said Love. Love's exploits come after Stephen Curry claimed a record 13 three-pointers in a single game for Golden State Warriors earlier in the month. Meanwhile, Golden State set a franchise record of 47 assists on 53 baskets - the most in the NBA this season and two more than their previous best from 1994 - as they powered past Los Angeles Lakers 149-106.

Summary: Kevin Love set an NBA record by scoring 34 first-quarter points as Cleveland Cavaliers beat Portland 137-125.


It will look at how the force may develop into the mid 2020s, but no detailed plan will be unveiled. The 10-week long consultation comes as Police Scotland experiences severe pressure on its budget. But it also gives the force the opportunity to re-examine its priorities as the nature of crime in Scotland is also changing. Crime is at a 40-year low but increasingly it is happening behind closed doors. Domestic violence and cyber crime place significant demands on officers who have had to adapt their policing methods. The force will be asking what sort of officers it will need in the future, and what ratio there will be between front-line operations and corporate functions, including intelligence gathering. There will also be a recognition that increasingly police are dealing with vulnerable people who need medical or social care rather than law enforcement officers.

Summary: Police Scotland is beginning a consultation to help shape the service for the next 10 years.


The shooting happened near St Kieran's Primary School in Poleglass at about 22:20 BST on Wednesday. The victim was treated in hospital for his injuries and later discharged himself. Sinn FÃ©in MLA Jennifer McCann said those behind the shooting were "at war with the community". "Their campaign against people in their own community should end now," the west Belfast MLA added. In an unconnected attack in north Belfast about an hour later, three men broke into a house in Cranbrook Gardens and took a man in his 30s outside. He was shot in both feet but the bullets failed to penetrate his footwear. He was taken to hospital with minor injuries. Police have appealed for anyone with information about the attacks to contact them on the non-emergency number 101.

Summary: A man in his 30s has been shot in the leg near west Belfast.


Phil Cook, of the Association of UK Course Measurers, re-measured it after runners questioned the distance. Mr Cook said he could not pinpoint a specific location where an error was made by organisers. He said: "This obviously doesn't affect people who ran for charity. But if it was for an official time, unfortunately you haven't got it." The event, held on Sunday 1 March, was criticised by some runners after they found their personal best times were faster than expected. After concerns were raised, St David's Hospice, which organised the race, said it believed the distance was correct. Chief executive Emma Saysell said: "As far as we're concerned the course was measured by an accredited professional. "The course length was accurate based on what they told us."

Summary: Newport's half marathon course was 636 metres short of the required 13.1 miles, it has been confirmed.


Polish national Daria Pionko was discovered seriously injured in Springwell Road, Holbeck, on 23 December. Ms Pionko, who police said was a sex worker, died later in hospital. She was found in a defined managed area where sex workers operate during set hours. Lewis Pierre, 24, of Mile's Hill, Leeds, has been charged with murder, robbery and rape. He was remanded in custody at Leeds Magistrates' Court earlier and will appear at the city's crown court on Wednesday.

Summary: A man has appeared in court accused of killing a 21-year-old woman in Leeds.


Well scientists have used medical scans to try to capture each "pop" or "crack" in action. They found the noise was linked to gas collecting in the joint spaces. As people flex or pull their fingers, the joint spaces get bigger and gas rushes to fill the gap. This makes a loud "crack'' sound. The experiment was done using MRI scanning technology. On the scans, there was no sign the gas bubbles had popped or disappeared. The bubbles stayed there even after the cracking noise had occurred but were hidden from view when the finger went back to its normal position. Now, researchers want to use even more advanced MRI scanning technology to understand what happens in the joint after the pop, and what it all means for health.

Summary: Have you ever wondered what happens when people crack their knuckles?


The passenger and driver were both pronounced dead at the scene of the crash on the A36 at Steeple Langford near Salisbury on Monday afternoon. Their Ford Fiesta was in collision with a Mercedes Sprinter van driven by a 45-year-old man from Southampton who sustained minor injuries. Wiltshire Police have asked any witnesses to get in touch. The crash happened at 15:25 BST as the Ford Fiesta travelled south and the van travelled north on the A36. The young people who died are both from the Salisbury area. The van driver was taken to Salisbury District Hospital for treatment but has since been released. The road was closed for about six hours for investigations to be carried out. The families of the deceased have been notified but formal identification has not yet taken place.

Summary: A 17-year-old driver and a 12-year-old girl have been killed in a collision with a van.


The vehicle struck the 4.5m (14ft) high bridge on the Wootton Bassett Road shortly before 08:50 GMT. The A3102 was closed to traffic while teams of engineers worked to free the vehicle. British Transport Police said the driver was not hurt in the incident but Wiltshire Police said the road would remain closed for a couple of hours. As a precautionary measure, Network Rail said trains crossing over the bridge had been limited to 5mph. But a spokeswoman later said engineers had inspected the bridge and found "no damage" allowing services to return to normal.

Summary: Drivers faced long delays after a lorry hit a railway bridge in Swindon and turned onto its side.


The 21-year-old played 41 times in all competitions for the French club last season, scoring 10 goals. Nkoudou, a France Under-21 international, joined Marseille from fellow French top-flight side Nantes in June 2015 for £1.28m. Spurs have also signed Espanyol goalkeeper Pau Lopez, 21, on a season-long loan deal. Meanwhile, winger Clinton Njie, 23, has gone to Marseille on loan until the end of the season. Nkoudou told Spurs TV: "I can't wait to get to know the Premier League and the English game. "It suits my playing style, it's explosive. Everyone knows I'm fast, I like to dribble around players so the English league is best for me." Media playback is not supported on this device Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Tottenham Hotspur have signed Marseille winger Georges-Kevin Nkoudou for £9m on a five-year deal.


The 36-year-old, who had been visiting Polzeath with friends and family, was reported missing on Sunday morning. An "extensive" air and sea search was launched at 10:00 GMT, and a lifeboat crew pulled her from the water later, police said. She was airlifted to the Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro, but confirmed dead on arrival. More on the holidaymaker death, plus other news Devon and Cornwall Police said the woman was from Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire. Police described the death as a "tragic accident" and said enquiries were continuing into the circumstances.

Summary: A holidaymaker has died after being rescued from the sea off the coast of Cornwall, police have said.


They say Ahmed Daqamseh is now at his family home in a village near the northern city of Irbid. Daqamseh opened fire at the Israeli pupils during their trip to an island in the border area with Jordan. A military court deemed him mentally unstable at the time and sentenced him to life in prison. In Jordan, this usually means 25 years. However, some lawmakers had lobbied for him to be freed early. Israel has so far made no public comment on the soldier's release. After the shooting, Jordan's late King Hussein personally apologised for the incident and visited the families of the dead girls in Israel to offer his condolences. Jordan also paid compensation. Daqamseh is seen as a hero by some opposition activists in Jordan, who oppose the country's peace treaty with Israel, signed in 1994.

Summary: A Jordanian soldier who killed seven Israeli schoolgirls in 1997 has been released after serving 20 years in prison, Jordanian officials say.