It is understood the man was from Northern Ireland. The crash happened on the M1 southbound close to Junction 11 near Monasterboice in Drogheda, County Louth at 12:45 local time on Thursday. The man died after the truck he was driving struck a van before overturning on the roadside embankment. A section of the road remains closed while forensic investigations are carried out. Police have appealed for witnesses. The mayor of Drogheda, Kevin Callan, said about 50 emergency services personnel attended the scene to deal with the crash. "Everybody in the town is quite shocked to hear the news," he said. "Number one that there was a crash of this size, but also the fact that somebody has lost their life. "I think I speak on behalf of everyone in Drogheda when we extend our sympathies, and our thoughts and prayers are with the family of that person."

Summary: A man in his 40s has died after a crash involving a van and a truck on a motorway in the Republic of Ireland.


A member of the public spotted the injured man near a Darwin beach in the Northern Territory on Monday night and phoned police. Police arrived to find the 45-year-old man with a lot of blood on his head. The man said he was fishing with a friend when he tried to reel in his catch but the catfish flew up and struck him. "The impact caused the venomous back spine of the fish to lodge into the side of his head," Duty Superintendent Louise Jorgensen said in a statement. "He writhed in pain and bled profusely while his friend calmly took possession of the prize catch," she said. "Remember folks, its Northern Territory Water Safety Week - be careful out there."

Summary: An Australian man has been left bloodied and embarrassed after being hit in the face by a catfish.


Granite Noir is being held from Friday until Sunday. Guests include crime writers Christopher Brookmyre, Stuart MacBride and Denise Mina, as well as authors from Scandinavia. The festival has been organised by Aberdeen Performing Arts (APA), the Belmont Filmhouse, Aberdeen City Council's Library and Archive, and freelance writer Lee Randall. APA chief executive Jane Spiers added: "We're thrilled to be launching this new festival in the city and we're particularly proud to be heralding Scottish talent, as well as welcoming some masters of Nordic Noir. "Sales of Nordic Noir books are soaring and the genre has also become incredibly popular on television, with programmes such as The Bridge, Wallander and The Killing gaining mass followings. "There will be something for everyone, from crime novel enthusiasts through to those just discovering the genre, from aspiring authors to young creatives who love to put pen to paper."

Summary: An inaugural crime novel festival is getting under way in Aberdeen.


The players from HMS Diamond won 15-2 against a soccer team from the US warship, which is currently on a five-day visit to Portsmouth. Joseph Vallely, 24, from HMS Diamond, said the match was "good for morale". US sailor Brian Flood, said: "It's fantastic to get out here and meet some of the Brits." Portsmouth is the first stop on USS Theodore Roosevelt's global tour. The 1,000ft (305m) American ship has had to anchor at Stokes Bay, Gosport, because it is too big to enter Portsmouth Harbour. Mr Flood said: "It's nice to interact with the local teams rather than just go and see the sights. "I have been playing my whole life so to get to play a game here is really exciting."

Summary: A Royal Navy football team have thrashed their counterparts from visiting aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt.


One South Korean soldier had both legs amputated after the blast, while another lost one leg. South Korea initially said there was no indication of North Korean involvement. But a defence ministry official said on Monday that Seoul was "certain they were North Korean landmines planted with the intention to kill". Officials said North Koreans had sneaked across the heavily protected border to plant three mines close to a South Korean border post. The Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a statement it was "a clear violation of the armistice agreement and the non-aggression agreements between the South and the North". "As previously warned on many occasions, our military will make North Korea pay the equally pitiless penalty for their provocations," it said. The 4km (2.5 mile)-wide DMZ is one of the world's most protected borders, separating the two Koreas which remain technically at war.

Summary: South Korea has warned of a "pitiless penalty" for North Korea, after blaming it for a landmine blast in the demilitarized zone (DMZ) last week.


The victim was found by police at the junction between Tottenham Green and Tynemouth Road on Tuesday afternoon. He was treated by paramedics who were called but was confirmed dead at the scene. A 16-year-old boy is being held on suspicion of murder while another, aged 19, was detained on suspicion of affray and possession of an offensive weapon. They are both in custody in different police stations. Police officers attended the scene after receiving calls about a fight taking place between a group of youths. Detectives are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Relatives of the victim has been informed about his death. A post-mortem examination has yet to be held.

Summary: Two teenagers have been arrested after a 17-year-old boy was fatally stabbed during a fight in north London.


Bristol ran in six tries in a 45-19 win against Bedford at Ashton Gate to win 90-35 on aggregate over two legs. Andy Robinson's side will hope to go one better in a third final in a row. They will face Doncaster, who despite losing the second leg of their tie with Yorkshire Carnegie 17-14 at Castle Park, won 44-34 on aggregate. Cross-code legend Kevin Sinfield made his final appearance at fly-half for Yorkshire after announcing his retirement last month. Bristol and Doncaster will meet in a two-legged play-off final, starting on Wednesday, 18 May at Castle Park, with the return leg seven days later. For the latest rugby union news, follow @bbcrugbyunion on Twitter.

Summary: Bristol and Doncaster will meet for a place in the Premiership after both sides came through their respective Championship play-off semi-finals.


The man, 24, was on foot when a car struck him in Manor House near the junction of Seven Sisters Road with Amhurst Park. He was taken to a central London hospital with life-threatening injuries after police were called at 19:07 GMT. The driver of the light coloured car did not stop and drove away eastbound towards Tottenham, police said. Det Sgt Chris Osbourne said: "We are studying CCTV footage and carrying out all appropriate checks on the car seen to be involved. "I am confident we will trace the driver but would urge them to contact police right away regarding this incident."

Summary: A man was critically injured in a hit-and-run collision in north London on Christmas Day.


The men, both aged 24, were held at separate residential addresses at about 05:30 BST by officers from the Met's Counter Terrorism Command. Police said they were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to provide terrorism funding. Searches are taking place at the addresses, as well as two other homes nearby. The men are currently being held at south London police stations. A third man, aged 25, was arrested at another south London address on suspicion of possession with intent to supply class B drugs.

Summary: Two men suspected of funding terrorism have been arrested during dawn raids in south London.


The men were attacked while sitting in a parked Renault Megane at 19:30 BST on Sunday. Officers found the car driver with stab wounds after reports of a disturbance in Braintree Road, Dagenham. The man, who has not yet been formally identified, was treated by paramedics but died at the scene. The CCTV footage shows the first vehicle smashing into the back of the car before a second vehicle pulls up alongside to block any possible escape. The attackers can be seen wielding what look like baseball bats. A Met spokesperson said no arrests had been made and officers were in the process of informing the next of kin. One resident told BBC London he heard a commotion and saw a group of five people running off in the opposite direction from the scene of the attack.

Summary: CCTV footage has emerged of three men being set upon by a group in an east London street after their car is rammed from behind.


A large crack appeared in the pavement above the wall behind the Pyramids Centre in Southsea, sometime between 25 and 26 December. The council is looking at propping up what is left of the wall and filling the hole with 2,000 tonnes of rock. Council leader Donna Jones admitted bad weather could hamper efforts. She said: "There is a big storm predicted on Wednesday which we are quite concerned about. The big risk now is whether or not the hole is going to get bigger. "These sea defences were built in the 1970s and built on old existing concrete plinths which were built in the 1930s and unfortunately due to wear and tear the sea defences have now given way." Ms Jones said the authority had already been working on a multi million-pound replacement scheme of old sea defences, including this section.

Summary: A section of promenade in Portsmouth has been cordoned off after part of a flood defence wall fell into the sea.


The body was discovered at about 17:00 GMT at Foss Bank, near to the entrance to Sainsbury's. Police have not formally identified the body but a force spokesman said the family of missing Leeds man Ben Clarkson have been informed. His partner, Rachel Peatfield, said: "I am truly heartbroken that I have lost the love of my life." Mr Clarkson, 22, was last seen outside Fibbers Nightclub, on Stonebow, in York, at 03:40 GMT on 2 March. Friends of the missing man handed out 4,000 leaflets in a bid to find him and launched a Twitter account as part of their efforts. Ms Peatfield said: "Ben was a wonderful character, who was so kind and gentle and brought joy to many people's lives and touched the hearts of everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him."

Summary: The body of a man has been found in the River Foss in York, North Yorkshire Police has said.


The separate incidents happened during the early hours of Sunday in the city's Hardgate and Fonthill areas. Police Scotland said officers were reviewing CCTV footage in an effort to trace the man, who was thought to be aged 20 to 30. The attacks happened at about 02:50 as the women walked from the city centre. Det Sgt Mike Reynolds, who is leading the investigation, has appealed for witnesses. He said: "We have conducted a number of enquiries, including viewing a significant number of hours of CCTV footage from the city centre and surrounding areas. "As a result, I believe the same male may be responsible for both incidents. He is dressed in a black coloured Puffa-style jacket, black lower clothing and footwear, and was wearing a black beanie hat. "He is aged between 20 and 30 years, is of a slim build and is approximately 5ft 10 tall."

Summary: Police believe two women indecently assaulted on their way home in Aberdeen following a night out were targeted by the same man.


Wiltshire Police said the assault happened at 04:00 BST on Saturday in the car park on Bath Road in the town. Two men, aged 20 and 19, were arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm. The younger man was also held on suspicion of affray. Police said they have no information about the victim's age or where he is from. He is being treated in hospital. Det Con Justine Parsons, from Melksham CID, said: "There were a lot of people around at the time of this assault, and I would appeal for anyone who witnessed the incident, or the events leading up to it, to come forward and speak to us."

Summary: A man has suffered serious head injuries in an attack in Chippenham.


The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) recognised the Orkney team for the operation which saved the lives of two females in Inganess Bay. Team member Allan Corse swam out 70m carrying a line which was then pulled in by his colleagues on shore. The whole team was presented with the Rescue Shield by Charles Ball, the MCA's head of coastal operations. The two rescued females were described as being minutes from death when rescued. Mr Corse was checked out in hospital after inhaling sea water during the rescue but suffered no ill-effects.

Summary: Coastguards in Kirkwall have been been honoured with a prestigious award for a rescue operation.


Joe Daniels, 18, of Bargoed, Caerphilly county, died on 9 November after a Seat Ibiza hit a pole on Aberdare Road at about 22:30 GMT on 11 October. Best friends Rhys Jones, 18, and Ryan Gibbons, 20, also from Bargoed, died at the time. A 20-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and released on bail. Mr Daniels's family said in a statement: "We are completely heartbroken and devastated at the loss of Joe at such a young age. "He was an amazing personality who loved life, his family and his friends. Joe was a much-loved son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousin. "He will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him. We take comfort knowing that he has been reunited with his 'brothers' Rhys and Ryan."

Summary: The family of a teenager who died after a Merthyr Tydfil car crash have said they are "devastated".


Delek won sufficient Ithaca shareholder support to see off those who said the valuation was too low. The firm had secured 76% of the shareholding by the offer deadline on Thursday. Ithaca Energy is headquartered in Aberdeen while being listed on the Toronto stock exchange. The deal adds to Delek's stake in Faroe Petroleum, purchased in late 2016. Having found two large gas fields in the eastern Mediterranean, Delek is now investing in assets elsewhere to balance its portfolio with oil and gas fields that are already producing. Ithaca is also part of a consortium developing an onshore oil field in southern England. It is the operator of the Greater Stella field in the central North Sea, which began production at a low flow-rate in February, and is expected to ramp up from this month. Many of its assets came from the takeover of Valiant Petroleum in 2013.

Summary: Israel's largest energy firm has gained a major foothold in the UK North Sea with the successful takeover of Aberdeen-based Ithaca Energy.


The problems meant some callers were unable to get through via the 101 and 111 numbers. Police Scotland and NHS 24 had advised those seeking non-emergency assistance to contact them on alternative numbers. Similar problems were also experienced in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Vodafone, which operates police and NHS services, said both the 101 and 111 numbers were "restored" by 13:00. The company apologised and said it would carry out a "full investigation". The new freephone 111 number for NHS 24 was launched in Scotland in April. At the time, ministers said the change made the number easy to remember, while the introduction of the free-to-call service removed any barrier to the public accessing the health advice out of hours.

Summary: Calls to the non-emergency police phone number and the NHS 24 helpline are working again after technical difficulties.


He reached the milestone on Sunday during the England match against Sri Lanka. Aged 31, five months and five days, he saluted the England balcony after reaching his landmark moment. He beat Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar's record of 31 years, 10 months and 20 days, which he had held since 2005. "It's a very special moment for me," Cook said. "You forget about all the hard times you have as a cricketer." To top off the day, England then cruised to a comfortable win, which meant the team have now won the series against Sri Lanka.

Summary: England cricket captain Alastair Cook has become the youngest player to score 10,000 Test runs.


The jobs will be on the production line and in customer services at its UK Technology Centre (UKTEC) in Pencoed. The electronics giant makes a range of its own and non Sony products at the factory including cameras, medical devices and a credit-card sized computer, the Raspberry Pi. Economy Minister Edwina Hart welcomed the jobs boost. "Sony is one of our anchor companies making an important contribution to the Welsh economy in terms of jobs, skills development and investment and their latest expansion is great news," she said. UKTEC managing director Steve Dalton said the company had had a "successful few years", which has seen it expand its product portfolio as well as winning "significant manufacturing deals of non-Sony products". "This diversification has been our key to survival," he said. "It has lead to our success and enabled us to create additional job opportunities in Wales."

Summary: Sony is creating 26 new jobs at its manufacturing base in Bridgend to meet increasing demand.


The Owl and Falconry Centre, at Gardenlands Garden Centre in Shipley, Wolverhampton, was broken into overnight on 24 September. Gyr Saker Falcons, Barn Owls, and Burrowing Owls are among the seven birds stolen. Gemma Wigley, from the falconry, said the those responsible were not caught on CCTV. "The Gyr Saker's are our main attractions, those two birds alone are worth Â£7,000 each," she said. The falconry, which houses about 50 birds and other mammals, is run by volunteers and tours nursing homes and primary schools on educational visits. Ms Wigley said aviaries had been badly damaged in the break-in, but they would remain open.

Summary: Several falcons and owls have been stolen from a falconry, police have said.


The warning came as it unveiled a 27bn yen ($346m; Â£216m) loss for its second quarter, compared with a profit of 31bn yen for the same period last year. The company said the strong yen, floods in Thailand, and weak demand in the US and Europe were to blame. Sony is now projecting an annual net loss of 90bn yen, compared with its previous forecast of 60bn yen profit. The Tokyo-based conglomerate is restructuring its TV operations. The maker of Bravia TVs have seen its TV business lose money for the past seven years. Sony project this part of their company should turn a profit in 2013. Analysts say Sony's TV operations have been hit by price falls, an oversupply of panels, and intense competition and innovation in the electronics market.

Summary: Japanese electronics giant Sony has warned that it is on target to make its fourth annual loss in succession.


Canadian Raonic, 26, has withdrawn because of a persistent wrist injury but said that he planned to return to action before the end of 2017. Defending champion Stan Wawrinka is unable to defend his singles title at Flushing Meadows because of a knee injury. Novak Djokovic (elbow) and Victoria Azarenka will also be absent. Belarusian Azarenka, 28, is missing the final Grand Slam of the year because of an "ongoing family situation". World number 10 Kei Nishikori is also out after tearing a tendon in his right wrist. Raonic said he was unable give "full effort" as a result of his injury. "I have too much respect for the US Open and my fellow competitors to take a spot in the draw when I know I cannot give full effort due to this injury," he said.

Summary: World number 11 Milos Raonic is the latest high-profile player to pull out of the US Open, which starts on Monday.


Rykiel, nicknamed the Queen of Knitwear, had been suffering from Parkinson's disease for some time before her death on Thursday. Nathalie Rykiel, managing artistic director of the Sonia Rykiel fashion label, said: "My mother died at 05:00 this morning at her home in Paris from the effects of Parkinson's." In 2012, Rykiel revealed she had been diagnosed 15 years earlier. She had initially kept the condition private but wrote about her diagnosis in a book when her symptoms became too difficult to disguise, fashion site WWD said. Follow us on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts, on Instagram, or if you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk.

Summary: French fashion designer Sonia Rykiel has died at the age of 86.


In a message on the company's website, Mr Blankfein said: "Fortunately, my form of lymphoma is highly curable and my doctors' and my own expectation is that I will be cured." He plans to work as usual over the next few months while he undergoes chemotherapy. But Mr Blankfein plans to reduce his travelling over the period. Lymphoma is cancer of the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system. Mr Blankfein said: "There are many people who are dealing with cancer every day. I draw on their experiences as I begin my own." He has been president and chief executive of the banking group since 2006, and has been a director of the company since 2003.

Summary: Goldman Sachs chief executive Lloyd Blankfein has announced that he has lymphoma.


A 29-year-old man was arrested at an address in the city by officers from West Midlands Police's counter-terrorism unit, the force said. A 28-year-old woman taken into custody earlier has been bailed. Officers are continuing to search three addresses in the Foleshill and Radford areas. Police say the arrests were intelligence-led. The latest arrest was pre-planned and there is no risk to public safety, said the force. Read more news about Coventry and Warwickshire

Summary: A second person has been arrested in Coventry on suspicion of Syria-related terrorism offences.


Officers found the bag, full of ??10 and ??20 notes, in Lower Sundon, Bedfordshire, in the early hours of Friday. Officers tweeted: "Did you lose a bag of money and drugs? Please come to police HQ where we'd love to chat." A number of people commented, with one replying: "Wait, if I come and collect it, you won't arrest me, right?" The tweet, posted by officers from the Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire road policing unit, was described as the "best ever" by some of their social media followers. More news from Bedfordshire The officers' post included a photograph of the dark-coloured bag containing the cash and plastic bags of drugs. Another tweet said: "Can you leave it where you found it please. I'll come and collect it later this evening."

Summary: Police have encouraged the owner of a bag found stuffed with money and drugs to visit them for a "chat".


The 19-year-old defender has agreed a two-year deal with the Reds, with the option of a further year. "He still has a lot to work on but we think he has a lot of potential," head coach Dermot Drummy said. "He has a wonderful opportunity to progress his career. He's one for the future but I'm sure he will be looking to play his part this season as well." Garnett, who did not feature for QPR's first team, is Crawley's 14th signing of the summer. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: League Two side Crawley Town have signed former Queens Park Rangers youngster Addison Garnett.


The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 47.87 points to 17,837.54. The S&P 500 index was up 5.83 points, to 2,105.16, while the tech-focused Nasdaq gained 19.11 points to 4,971.36. Energy stocks took a dip after a meeting between large oil producing nations failed to reach an agreement to curb production. The price of crude oil remained mostly flat though following a report that US stockpiles of crude oil were shrinking. ExxonMobil shares were down 0.8%. Chevron was 0.6% lower. Shares of Johnson & Johnson climbed 1.5% after announcing plans to buy hair care product maker Vogue International. Software giant Oracle fell 4% after a former employee filed a lawsuit alleging she was instructed to alter the company's sales figures. Apple shares fell 0.8% after Goldman Sachs cut its price target for the company due to an expected decline in smartphone sales.

Summary: (Closed): Wall Street markets rose on Thursday as investors prepared for the release of a slew of economic data on Friday, including monthly jobs figures.


The department said last month the proposed retail space in St Sampson needed to be cut by 20% before it would be acceptable. Concerns have been raised the new site could have a negative impact on St Peter Port's retail sector. The talks set out several options which the developers are now considering. The planning application to build homes, shops and parking was submitted by developers the Co-op and Leales Yard Limited more than a year ago. Last month the department gave its verdict on the plans calling for changes before permission would be given. In response the developers published an open letter expressing frustration at the setback and warned the whole development could be under threat.

Summary: The developers of the Leale's Yard site are considering their options following a meeting with Guernsey's Environment Department on Monday.


The Gunners kept the trophy they won against Hull City a year ago and earned Arsene Wenger a sixth triumph. It's the 12th time the team have won the world's most famous cup competition. Arsenal's victory was never in doubt as they dominated with a magnificent display. Five minutes before half-time their control was rewarded with a goal from Theo Walcott. Alexis Sanchez scored again shortly after with an amazing goal - a swerving, dipping 25-yard thunderbolt that flew high past startled Villa keeper Shay Given. Per Mertesacker took advantage of a lack of marking to head the third. And substitute Olivier Giroud's fourth in the final moments completed their stunning victory.

Summary: Arsenal have become the most successful club in FA Cup history after beating Aston Villa 4-0 at Wembley.


They are hoping to trace the child's mother who has not come forward. The baby girl was found at Steelstown Lane on a Friday afternoon. It is thought that she may have been born 24 to 36 hours earlier. She was wrapped in a beige fleece and placed with a towel into a black bag inside a green paper carrier bag. Staff at the Dublin hospital where she was taken have called her Maria. Sgt Maeve O'Sullivan of the Child Protection Unit in Clondalkin said: "We are releasing this photograph so mum can see her little baby girl and we would ask mum to please contact us." Police said they were only concerned for the welfare of the baby's mother and that they were not treating the matter as a criminal investigation. They have appealed for information.

Summary: Police have released a photograph of a newborn baby girl found in a bag near a gateway at Rathcoole, County Dublin, on 8 May.


The body of Mr Neil, 23, was discovered in the boot of a car at Windsor Road, off the Lisburn Road, on Sunday. The man is due to appear at Newtownards Magistrates Court on Tuesday. A 25-year-old woman is still being questioned by police. Detectives say Mr Neil, a father of a three-year-old daughter, was at a party in Comber in County Down on Saturday night. They believe he was murdered after the party at Church Gate apartments on Mill Street in the town. His body was then placed in the boot of a blue Ford Fiesta before being driven to Island Hill car park on the shore of Strangford Lough and then on to Windsor Road. Mr Neil's body was found at around 07.30 BST on Sunday morning after a member of the public contacted police.

Summary: A 26-year-old man is to appear in court charged with murdering north Belfast man Kyle Neil.


Annual growth in this type of borrowing, of 4.4% in February, was the fastest in six years, the British Bankers' Association (BBA) said. During and after the financial crisis, consumers were more cautious. There are fears that some people in debt could suffer were interest rates to rise from their historic low. Some people may now be deciding to borrow to make purchases that they had put off in recent years. "Demand for loans and other types of personal borrowing is rising at its fastest rate since the financial crisis," said Richard Woolhouse, chief economist at the BBA. "Consumers are feeling increasingly confident about buying big ticket items, such as cars or home improvements, as the recovery really begins to take hold." However, he pointed out that saving in banks had slowed, partly owing to the comparatively high rates offered for new Pensioner Bonds.

Summary: Borrowers are becoming more confident in taking out personal loans and overdrafts, according to the High Street banks.


Officials expect 18,000 patients to miss appointments in Jersey this year, 17% fewer than the 21,000 missed in 2012. There are no earlier figures. The missed appointments still represent 7% of the 255,000 total. Assistant health minister John Refault said the reminders, introduced in July 2012, were likely to be having an effect. The figures relate to all appointments provided by the health and social services department, although most of those are at Jersey General Hospital. Health officials say each missed appointment can cost Â£100, equivalent to Â£1.8m this year. Constable Refault said that was still too high. He said many patients have initial consultations in Jersey but then have private treatment in the UK and fail to inform the health department. He said: "It's not cost effective to have highly qualified professionals sitting around twiddling their thumbs."

Summary: Text reminders have cut the number of patients missing States medical appointments, figures suggest.


The attack took place in the western Tahoua region, Prime Minister Brigi Rafini told state TV. Assailants targeted a military post near the camp, a local official told the Associated Press. Northern and central Mali remain unstable nearly four years after France led a military intervention to drive out jihadists. Niger battles terrorism threats on all fronts Three soldiers were also injured in the attack, the local official said, and Prime Minister Rafini said the death toll could rise. Last month, two refugees were killed when unidentified gunmen attacked a security post near Niger's Tabarey-barey camp, which also houses Malian refugees. Niger's military is currently battling Boko Haram militants launching raids across the country's southern border from Nigeria as well as attempting to prevent violence spilling over from Mali to the west.

Summary: At least 20 soldiers have been killed in Niger in an attack on a camp for Malian refugees, officials say.


Plymouth Crown Court was told the victims from the Czech Republic were brought to the UK and forced into compulsory labour. The jury heard victims slept on a floor and in garages while the defendants pocketed their wages. Five people deny trafficking and other charges. The defendants are: Judge Paul Darlow told the jury an earlier trial had to be stopped after concern about one of the interpreters. Malcolm Galloway, prosecuting, told the court how the victims, some of whom worked as house servants, were sometimes threatened with violence or told their families at home were at risk. The trial continues.

Summary: Vulnerable eastern Europeans were trafficked to Plymouth and ordered to "urinate in bottles" and "eat outside", a court has heard.


Born in Rhuddlan, Denbighshire, she represented North Wales in the European Parliament from 1979 to 1989. Miss Brookes, who had also been a social worker and company director, joined UKIP in 2013, "disillusioned" with David Cameron's leadership. Welsh Conservative leader Andrew RT Davies described her as "an incredibly talented politician who will be very sadly missed". Miss Brookes, who came from a farming family, was chairwoman of the Welsh Conservative Party and became chairwoman of the Welsh Consumer Council after losing her seat in the 1989 European election. Despite several attempts, she never succeeded in being elected to Westminster. Miss Brookes was awarded a CBE in 1996. "Her career was varied and always hugely successful and I pay tribute to everything she did within public life, the voluntary sector and for the Welsh Conservative party," said Mr Davies.

Summary: The former Welsh Conservative Euro MP Beata Brookes has died aged 84.


The accident happened at around 04:50 BST on the eastbound carriageway, near the JCB factory. West Midlands Ambulance Service said nothing could be done to save the driver, who was confirmed dead at the scene. The service said the eastbound carriageway had been closed. "On arrival, crews found one lorry on its side facing the opposite direction to the carriageway with significant damage to the central reservation," an ambulance service spokesman said. "Sadly, it immediately became apparent there was nothing that could be done to save the driver. "The driver of the other HGV was uninjured but was understandably badly shaken and was checked over by ambulance staff. He was discharged at scene." He said the eastbound carriageway of the A50 would be closed for several hours.

Summary: A driver died when two lorries were involved in a collision on the A50 in Staffordshire, the ambulance service has said.


The 29-year-old has made over 100 appearances for Valencia, scoring twice, after spells at Deportivo La Coruna and Valladolid. The right-back also has English experience, having been at Liverpool when he was 18. He is Aitor Karanka's sixth summer signing as the club prepare for their return to the Premier League. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Middlesbrough have signed Valencia defender Antonio Barragan on a three-year deal.


The number 35 Lothian Bus was travelling along Slateford Road when the incident happened just before 16:00. The bus had been heading to Ocean Terminal. The fire has now been extinguished and the bus has been taken to a depot for a "full inspection". Nobody was hurt. Lothian Buses said it was a "rare" incident. A Lothian Buses spokeswoman said: "Thankfully incidents such as these are rare and our driver responded accordingly. "The fire service attended immediately and the incident was resolved quickly. "We apologise to our passengers for any inconvenience that may have been caused."

Summary: A driver has rescued three passengers from a bus after it burst into flames in Edinburgh.


Thomas Mongan, 28, allegedly slashed the female officer across the neck and jaw at Maghaberry Prison, near Lisburn, on Monday. The woman was taken to hospital after the incident which is said to have been carried out with some form of a blade. Mongan appeared at Belfast Magistrates' Court to face a single charge of attempted murder. He confirmed he understood the alleged offence. An investigating policeman said he could connect the accused to the charge. The defence solicitor put no questions to the officer. Mongan, a prisoner with a previous address at Riverview Meadows in Belfast, did not seek bail. He was remanded in custody to appear again in court on April 10.

Summary: A man has appeared in court charged with attempting to murder a prison officer.


The 47-year-old, who was most recently first-team coach at Bolton Wanderers, is reunited with his former Middlesbrough team-mate Hignett as first-team coach at Victoria Park. "Curtis is a fantastic fella and it's great news for me that he's coming in," the Pools boss told the club website. Hignett started his managerial career with a 2-1 win over Yeovil on Saturday. The 46-year-old, who succeeded Ronnie Moore on Wednesday, also said Fleming could be joined in the new-look coaching set-up by an assistant manager.

Summary: Ex-Republic of Ireland international Curtis Fleming has joined Craig Hignett's backroom staff at Hartlepool.


Currently, 81 pupils diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder are being taught in mainstream schools. But the local authority wants to create units for 16 pupils each at Dunvant and Portmead primaries and Birchgrove comprehensive. The council said numbers of diagnoses were increasing and it had launched a consultation on the plans. Cabinet member for education Jen Raynor said there were some successful mainstream school sites. But she added: "Creating these new units will have a significant impact on these pupils' wellbeing and increase their chances of reaching their full potential in life."

Summary: Specialist units to teach Swansea children with autism have been proposed by the city council.


A woman, aged 24, and a 29-year-old man were held on suspicion of modern slavery in a raid on a business premises in High Street, Northwich. A woman, 43, was also arrested at an address in Chesterton Court in Chester on suspicion of the same offence. The 24 and 29-year-old were also held on suspicion of money laundering. All have been released under investigation pending further inquiries. DS Clare Ellis, from Cheshire Police Strategic Public Protection Unit, said: "This is a challenging issue to deal with as it is very much a hidden crime - and the true extent of the problem is not known."

Summary: Three people have been arrested in Cheshire as part of an investigation into modern slavery and human trafficking offences.


Last month, all four police forces caught drivers and passengers, including children, not belting up. Dyfed-Powys Police recorded the most with 1,027 adults and 12 children. Gwent Police caught 80 not wearing belts, while South Wales Police found 264 on its patch and North Wales Police stopped 141 adults not wearing their belts. Supt Paul Evans, from Gwent Police, said: "The action of putting on a seatbelt takes seconds, and its effectiveness should not be underestimated. "Even on a short trip and at low speed a seatbelt reduces the likelihood of being seriously injured or even killed on the road - it should be part of every person's routine before the ignition is turned on."

Summary: More than 1,500 people in Wales have been caught not wearing seatbelts during a two-week campaign.


The Royal Society of Architects in Wales (RSAW) picked Silver House on Gower as building of the year and The Chickenshed in Trellech, Monmouthshire, won an award in the special category. These buildings were picked from a shortlist of four. Judges described Silver House as a "very elegant and thoughtful piece of architecture". Silver House was designed by Hyde + Hyde Architects while The Chickenshed, a holiday home, was designed by Hall + Bednarczyk Architects. The Chickenshed was described as "very simple and elegant" by the judging panel when the winners were announced at Cardiff and Vale College on Tuesday.

Summary: A converted chicken shed and a family home have picked up prizes at the Welsh Architecture Awards.


No one was hurt after the roof collapsed at Rumworth School in Bolton at about 16:30 GMT on Saturday, Greater Manchester Fire Service said. North West Ambulance tweeted that many cars and fences were damaged when debris with "dangerously sharp edges" spread over a large area. They said it was a "lucky escape" the incident happened during the Easter weekend when no one was at the school. The school said on its website it was "confident" that it would still re-open on 4 April at the start of the new term.

Summary: A "freak gust of wind" has blown off part of a school roof.


But now Nasa have released new images of the Northern lights, or Aurora Borealis as they're also known. They did it by using a time-lapse camera on board the International Space Station. It took a snap every 5 seconds and put the pictures together to form these moving images - what a spectacular view! They may look like special effects, but they are in fact natural. It all starts when the sun spits out a solar blob, a bit like a bag of electrical jelly. It's charged and heading to Earth at about one million miles per hour. When it hits the Earth's magnetic field it pushes harmless currents that are floating above earth deeper in to our atmosphere around the north and south poles. This then makes the air glow like a florescent tube.

Summary: It's been called the most spectacular light show on earth, but not many of us ever get the chance to see it.


They tweeted: "The fire brigade were quickly on the scene and the AOC's emergency plan was put in place." The fire involved two pieces of cardboard in a basement car park, Rio 2016 officials said. The Australian delegation initially refused to move into the building on Sunday citing "blocked toilets, leaking pipes and exposed wiring". "The incident in the basement car park of building 23 in the Olympic Village was quickly controlled by the fire authorities who are constantly present," said Rio 2016 media manager Philip Wilkinson. "The occupants of the building were evacuated and were allowed to return inside the building after 30 minutes. The incident is being investigated." Subscribe to the BBC Sport newsletter to get our pick of news, features and video sent to your inbox.

Summary: The Australian Olympic Team have confirmed there was a "small fire" in the basement of their building in Rio.


Keziah Flux-Edmonds died in hospital after she was found unconscious near her father's body at a house on the Isle of Wight on Wednesday. A post-mortem examination showed her father Darren Flux-Edmonds hanged himself. On Monday, PCSOs and psychologists will visit Queensgate Foundation Primary School to reassure the children. There will also be the chance for parents dropping off their children to talk to police, school staff and the local vicar Reverend Allie Kerr. The post-mortem examination on Keziah's body was undetermined and further tests are being carried out. Police said her father's death was not being treated as suspicious and they are not looking for anyone else. Insp Sam Dunlop said: "We know that the events in East Cowes this week have had a massive impact on the community and our thoughts are with Keziah's mum and the families involved."

Summary: Police are to visit the school of a murdered six-year-old girl to give support to pupils and staff.


Paramedics from Dublin Fire Rescue and Emergency Ambulance Service helped to deliver the child who was born on the M50, near Ballymun, overnight. An ambulance and a fire engine were sent to junction 4 of the M50 at 03:30 local time on Sunday. The baby was born in the front seat of the car at 03:45. Both mother and child were taken to the Coombe Women and Infants Hospital and are said to be "doing well". The child's name has not been released.

Summary: A woman has given birth to a baby girl on a motorway in County Dublin.


Born in Belfast in 1934, his biggest hit was Roses are Red. He represented the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1962 and 1963 with Ring-A-Ding Girl and Say Wonderful Things, finishing fourth both times. Mr Carroll was due to stand as an independent in the election in the Hampstead and Kilburn constituency. He had previously stood unsuccessfully in elections under the banner of parties such as Make Politicians History. In the Haltemprice and Howden by-election in 2008, he failed in his mission to get no votes, gaining an almost respectable 29. Born Ronald Cleghorn, he was married at one stage to That Was The Week That Was star Millicent Martin. Mr Carroll died on Monday following a short illness.

Summary: Ronnie Carroll, a former UK Eurovision contestant who was due to stand in the 2015 general election, has died at the age of 80.


The marked police car and a red Renault Clio collided on Aikenhead Road in Glasgow near Cathcart Police Office. Both cars then hit a streetlight and bollard in the accident at about 11:25 on Sunday. A Police Scotland spokesman said the two male police officers were taken to hospital by ambulance for treatment. He added that neither were thought to have sustained any serious injury. "The 59-year-old female driver of the red Renault Clio and her 35-year-old female passenger were also taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital as a precaution," he said. "The two male children in the car, aged 14 and three years, were not injured." He said both cars sustained significant damage in the crash and inquiries into the accident were continuing.

Summary: Two police officers have been injured after their police car smashed into a streetlight following a collision with another vehicle.


The 53-year-old former Wimbledon and Carlisle midfielder joined the club's coaching staff in 2003. The club will play in the Women's Super League in 2015 after winning promotion, and the WSL2 title, in October. Mick Mulhern stepped down in November after six-and-a-half years as boss as he could not commit to coaching full-time as well as being a police officer. Mulhern rejoined the club in May 2008 after a previous stint in charge. Having begun his playing career in non-league football, Fairweather became a member of Wimbledon's famed Crazy Gang in the 1980s, and made 138 league appearances for the club before a brief spell with Carlisle preceded a move overseas.

Summary: Sunderland Ladies have named academy boss Carlton Fairweather as their new head coach.


Andrew Marcus Burke, 36, of HMP Manchester, was convicted of two counts of assault following a trial at Manchester Crown Court. He shot a 19-year-old in the abdomen and a 20-year-old in the buttocks while they were in a car on Radcliffe Road, Oldham on 29 June. Both men were taken to hospital and have made a full recovery. Det Ch Insp Ian Crewe said: "The judge described Burke as an extremely dangerous man and I can only echo that sentiment. "We believe his attack was based on a previous dispute and the streets are certainly a lot safer now that he is starting day one of a 20-year jail sentence."

Summary: A man who shot two men who were sitting in a parked car has been sentenced to 20 years in prison.


The mint, which employs about 900 people at Llantrisant, Rhondda Cynon Taff, saw its profits increase from £11.4m the year before. Its revenue rose 39% to £360.6m and bullion sales "contributed largely" to the success, according to chief executive Adam Lawrence. The mint is producing 1.4 billion new 12-sided pound coins for next year. The company's circulating coin sales also grew 17% to £124m over the period, with demand from the UK market remaining "strong". But the number of coins manufactured dropped from 4.6 billion for 30 countries in 2014/15, to 4.4 billion for 40 countries throughout 2015-16. In May, the company launched a new visitor attraction, The Royal Mint Experience, which includes a factory tour explaining how the coins are made.

Summary: The Royal Mint has announced a big rise in profits to £13.1m for 2015-16.


The versatile 23-year-old midfielder made 101 starts for Oldham. The League Two club have also signed West Ham's versatile defender Alex Pike on loan for the rest of this season. The 19-year-old, who can play at centre-back, full-back or wing-back, has been with the Premier League club since joining their academy, aged 10. Pike's West Ham debut came in the Europa League in 2015 and he made three starts for the Hammers' Under-23 side in the EFL Trophy earlier this term. Both players could play for Cheltenham when they host Accrington on Saturday. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: Cheltenham Town have signed Northern Ireland international Carl Winchester on a free transfer from Oldham Athletic on a one-and-a-half-year contract.


The duo were chosen after taking bronze in the World Cup event in Poznan at the weekend ahead of team-mates Nathaniel Reilly-O'Donnell and Matthew Tarrant. They were named in a group of 12 this month from which the men's eight, pair and two reserves were to be confirmed. Reilly-O'Donnell and Tarrant will travel to the Olympics as support. Innes said: "Everything has hung in the balance for the last few months and finally being selected to race the men's pair for Team GB in Rio is a dream come true. "We now have a big job in front of us and look forward to the challenge." Scotland's Sam Scrimgeour will also travel to Rio as the lightweight men's reserve. The announcements mean 44 of the 47 available places have now been filled.

Summary: European Championship silver medallists Alan Sinclair and Stewart Innes have been confirmed as Team GB's men's pair for this summer's Rio Olympics.


The board has described staffing of its obstetric service at the hospital as "very precarious" and "fragile". One of the three consultant obstetricians who run the service left in December and a new locum has died "very suddenly", NHS Highland said. Leave commitments for other staff have compounded the situation. Gill McVicar, NHS Highland's director of operations for its north and west operational unit, said: "Attempts are being made to secure the services of other locums but it is likely that contingency plans will have to be put in place in the next few weeks to ensure a safe service." Out-of-hours services could be affected, the board has said. The maternity service at Caithness General is led by midwives. Women assessed as being at high risk are booked in to Raigmore Hospital in Inverness as a matter of routine.

Summary: NHS Highland may have to put in place contingency plans so it can continue to offer care to pregnant women at Caithness General in Wick.


Seats on Milton Keynes, Welwyn Hatfield, Stevenage, St Albans, Broxbourne, Watford, North Herts and Three Rivers councils are being contested. Police and crime commissioners (PCC) for Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Thames Valley will also be elected. Across England, elections are being held at more than 120 councils. There will also be elections for 36 PCCs. Polling stations opened at 07:00 BST and will close at 22:00 BST.

Summary: Voting has begun in elections being held in Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire.


Peat, 41, from Chapeltown, won three World Cup titles, one World Championship and, at one stage, held the men's record for the most downhill race wins. A bronze plaque bearing his name was unveiled outside the town hall. Other famous names immortalised in the walk of fame include Sean Bean, Michael Palin and Jessica Ennis. Peat said: "It is a huge honour to be selected by the people of Sheffield to join some of my heroes on Sheffield's 'walk of fame'. "It is always great to be acknowledged by the people from my home town, as I have always been proud to represent Sheffield and this country wherever I've competed around the world."

Summary: Former world champion mountain biker Steve Peat has been added to the Sheffield "walk of fame".


Colin, 24, has not played since the Bees' 3-1 defeat against Derby on 20 February and might require surgery. "He's been to a consultant and has had injections that we hope can cure him," boss Dean Smith told BBC Radio London. "If not, it might be the surgical route, which we're hoping not because that might cross him out for the rest of the season." On a brighter note for the Bees, Alan McCormack is close to a return after two months out with a calf problem. And striker Scott Hogan, sidelined since August 2014 after suffering two serious knee injuries, scored on his return to action in an under-21 game against Crystal Palace this week.

Summary: Brentford fear defender Maxime Colin could miss the rest of the season with a groin injury.


In a statement published online they say they will continue to work together on The Muppets. They released the same statements on their Twitter accounts explaining they had been "squabbling". ``People change. So do frogs and pigs...we were together for a long, long time and it's personal,'' Kermit said. Obviously, it's a break up of two characters who aren't real but people still think it's a big deal. The new series of The Muppets will air this autumn in the US.

Summary: Miss Piggy and Kermit the Frog have announced they are no longer in a relationship.


Michael Martin, 25, was last seen at his home in Sidmouth Drive, Blackley, in the early hours of 7 August. Greater Manchester Police have searched four properties across the city and a room at the Premier Inn in Higher Blackley, while Mr Martin's car was discovered in Vermere Avenue. The force said it was treating the investigation as a "non-body murder". In an earlier appeal, officers said they believed Mr Martin may have been assaulted. Det Insp Andrew Naismith said: "We are keen to speak to anyone who may have any information about what has happened to Michael Martin. "We are investigating a number of possibilities, however a non-body murder investigation has now been launched. "Our specialist support officers are supporting Michael's family through this incredibly difficult time and my thoughts are with them."

Summary: The disappearance of a man in Manchester is being treated as a murder investigation, police have said.


About 50 hectares (124 acres) of the Tame Valley Wetland and its Grade II-listed structures, are being enhanced. The project will also include the development of cycle and footpaths between Birmingham and Tamworth. The work will be carried out by the Tame Valley Wetlands Landscape Partnership, led by Warwickshire Wildlife Trust. Scheme manager, Tim Haselden, said he hoped the £2.5m project would create a "vital asset for the community and local economy". "Our work will help to restore and reconnect this fragmented and threatened landscape, by creating new wildlife habitats," he said. The wetlands extend along a 30km (18 mile) stretch of the River Tame; from Coleshill, in Birmingham, up to Tamworth, in Staffordshire.

Summary: A project to improve wetland areas in the West Midlands has been given £1.8m by the Heritage Lottery Fund.


Northbay Pelagic's main processing and packing lines were lost, along with an office and administration block, earlier this month. Alternative employment is to be found for about 120 full-time and 100 temporary staff until the factory is rebuilt. Some will be redeployed to other processors in the town. Northbay Pelagic director Chris Anderson said: "We knew our staff were concerned about their jobs and we have worked extremely hard in the last week to find a solution that means everyone retains their employment."

Summary: None of the workers at a fire-hit Peterhead fish factory are to lose their jobs.


A licensing system will be in place for the 10th year running, which limits the number of people allowed to gather cockles. Recent surveys show "very good stocks" which Natural Resources Wales said was "due in part to the way the fishery was managed last year". There are 53 licensed cocklers on the Dee. Before licensing was introduced, there was a "boom and bust" cycle in the industry. When stocks were high, the beds would be cleared quickly by hundreds of cocklers, which resulted in the beds being closed for several years. They were also closed for a period in 2015 due to over harvesting and illegal picking.

Summary: Fishermen in Flintshire are preparing for the reopening of the Dee Estuary cockle beds on 1 July.


The event, which marks International Women's Day and coincides with Commonwealth Day, will be hosted by Glasgow's Lord Provost Sadie Docherty. Among those attending will be First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and former first minister and Unicef UK Vice President Lord McConnell. The event will include workshops on tackling domestic violence, and the rights of the child in schools. A round-table discussion, chaired by Lord McConnell, will also cover female genital mutilation (FGM) and child and early forced marriage (CEFM). Organisations taking part include Unicef, Glasgow Women's Aid and Saheliya, a charity that supports the mental health and well-being of black and minority ethnic (BME) women across the city. The Commonwealth flag will be flown from the Chambers to mark the occasion.

Summary: A summit to discuss violence against women is set to be held in Glasgow.


He died in 2013 at the age of 97, after suffering from Alzheimer's. Grigg illustrated the adventures of Korky the Cat in the Dandy from the early 1960s and for a time took on illustrating the Desperate Dan stories. The plaque has been put up at his old school, Rood End Primary, in Oldbury in the Black Country. Steven Grigg said his father was largely unappreciated while he was alive and would have been "very proud" of the honour. A self-taught artist, he never lost his love of drawing even in his 90s, his son said,. "He couldn't remember what he did 10 minutes ago, but give him a pencil and say 'can you draw Korky the Cat' or Desperate Dan?' and he was there straight away, perfect," Steven Grigg said

Summary: A blue plaque has been unveiled to commemorate cartoonist Charles "Chas" Grigg, who illustrated The Dandy and Beano for more than 20 years.


The hosts began day four still 38 runs behind on 148-5, and Azhar Mahmood (70) and Geraint Jones (79) top-scored in their eventual 312 all out. Dean Cosker (4-106) was the pick of the Glamorgan bowlers as the visitors were left 127 to win. And it took them only 20 overs to reach their victory target on 129-2, led by Alviro Petersen's 70 not out. Director of cricket Paul Farbrace told BBC Radio Kent: "We lost a couple of sloppy wickets early on and then we were battling again in the third innings. "We're almost trying to stay in the third innings rather than push on. "I think this game has summed up our season. We've played some pretty decent cricket but not good enough and we've come second. "Our aim was to be challenging for promotion to the first division and we've fallen well short of that."

Summary: Glamorgan beat Kent by eight wickets in the first-ever County Championship game played under lights.


The Blades have paid an undisclosed fee for O'Connell, who made 18 appearances for the Bees after signing from Blackburn Rovers in February 2015. The 22-year-old had two years left on his contract at Griffin Park. Fleck, 24, spent four seasons with fellow League One club Coventry and has joined United on a free transfer. "I'm delighted that the board have backed this signing because Jack is an exciting talent," Blades manager Chris Wilder told the club website. "John is an outstanding midfield player in League One and we believe he can play at a higher level." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: League One side Sheffield United have signed Brentford centre-back Jack O'Connell and Coventry midfielder John Fleck on three-year contracts.


A while Volkswagen Tiguan and a black Volkswagen Polo parked in Antonine Gardens were set on fire at about 04:15 on Sunday. A third car, a red Vauxhall Astra which was parked on Second Avenue, was set alight at 23:45. Officers said a man wearing a grey hooded top with the the hood up was seen throwing an item into the car. Det Con Scott McBride, of Police Scotland, said: "Our inquiries are at an early stage and at this time we have not established a motive or anything to link the incidents which left the three cars extensively damaged. "I would like to speak to anyone who has any information that could assist in our inquiries to track down the person or persons responsible for these acts of wilful fire raising."

Summary: Police have appealed for witnesses after three cars were set on fire in Clydebank.


Premiership Celtic 6-1 Kilmarnock Heart of Midlothian 0-0 Ross County Inverness Caledonian Thistle 3-1 Dundee Partick Thistle 1-1 Motherwell Championship Dundee United 2-1 Greenock Morton Dunfermline Athletic 4-3 St Mirren Falkirk 2-0 Ayr United Queen of the South 0-0 Hibernian Raith Rovers 3-2 Dumbarton Aberdeen v Rangers (13:00) Hamilton Academical v St Johnstone (15:00) BBC Radio Scotland's Sportsound will provide coverage of all the action across the weekend, with the online service supplemented by text updates on the BBC Sport website.

Summary: Match reports and team news for the weekend's Scottish Premiership and Championship games.


The 24-year-old centre-back was told he would be released at the start of the month after making 69 appearances over five years at Craven Cottage. Burn started his career at Darlington and also had loan stints at Yeovil and Birmingham City. "He is a powerful defender, but he likes to play as well," boss Gary Caldwell told the club website. He joins Stephen Warnock and Alex Gilbey as new signings so far this summer for the Latics, who won the League One title in 2015-16. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Wigan Athletic have agreed to sign Fulham defender Dan Burn on a three-year deal from 1 July.


Lincolnshire Police said it was called at about 11:00 BST after an "industrial accident involving an HGV and an employee" at Stainby Quarry on Crabtree Road in Buckminster, near Grantham. The 57-year-old man, who has not yet been named, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Health and Safety Executive have been informed and have started an investigation, the force said.

Summary: A worker has died following an incident at a quarry in Lincolnshire.


Esther and Richard Shapiro are working on a prequel about Blake Carrington finding out he is heir to the family's oil empire. "It was my daughter Florie's notion to do a prequel, and that sounded very good to us," Richard Shapiro said. The original series starred Joan Collins and the late John Forsythe and ran from 1981 to 1989. "We've given thought to the movie before and we've been approached by a lot of companies," Shapiro told the E! Online website. "But no one seemed to have a proper fix on it. Then suddenly we said, 'Let's do it [ourselves]!' - and we're the ones to do it." The movie version will be set in the 1960s and will feature Blake's love affair with Collins' character Alexis. Catfights, glamour and giant shoulder pads became synonymous with the show, which also starred Linda Evans and the late Christopher Cazenove.

Summary: The creators of 1980s soap Dynasty have announced plans to turn the US series into a film, according to reports.


Harrison, who began his career at Darlington, first joined Pools on loan from Sunderland in March 2014 before joining permanently in February 2015. The 22-year-old has been training at the League Two club over the summer and has played in several pre-season games. Harrison, who was Hartlepool's Player of the Year in 2014, has scored twice in 70 appearances for the club.

Summary: Hartlepool United have re-signed centre-back Scott Harrison after releasing him in May.


He has previously been England Under-17 assistant and has most recently been with West Ham United's academy. Limbrick replaces Garry Hill, who was told he would not be offered a new contract as the National League club was in talks with a potential investor. On Friday the club announced they had "partnered" with investors Blackbridge Sports, chaired by Alexander Jarvis. Woking finished 18th in the National League table this season. Limbrick is currently completing his Uefa Pro Licence, while Geoff Chapple will continue in his role as director of football.

Summary: Woking have appointed former Southampton youth coach Anthony Limbrick as their new manager.


Called Wee Day Out, it features Scotland's famous West Highland Line railway, including the Glenfinnan Viaduct. His stunts are performed on bridges, a straw bale and a giant puddle. It also features a cameo by his father, Peter. MacAskill's video last year, Cascadia, was shot on the rooftops of a town in Gran Canaria. In an interview with the BBC News Scotland website in August, the cyclist said months of preparation went gone into the new video. Wee Day Out's soundtrack is National Express by The Divine Comedy and includes outtakes showing MacAskill falling off his bike while performing stunts. The Ridge, a short film made on the Cuillin Ridge on Skye and released in 2014, has had more than 45 million views.

Summary: Skye-born street trials cyclist Danny MacAskill has returned to Scotland to shoot his latest short film.


Meyrick Bramhill-Purchase, 63, pleaded not guilty and Mo Quan Zhou, 44, made no plea, during a hearing before Derby magistrates. The charges relate to the operation of eight suspected brothels in Chesterfield, Derby, and Lincoln between May 2015 and May 2017. The men were remanded in custody and are due at Derby Crown Court on 9 June. Mr Bramhill-Purchase, of Muntjac Way, Witham St Hughs, Lincolnshire, and Mr Zhou of London Road, Derby were charged with controlling prostitution for gain, causing/inciting prostitution for gain, and human trafficking - arranging or facilitating travel of another person with a view to exploitation under the Modern Slavery Act 2015. The men were arrested after an investigation by Derbyshire and Lincolnshire police forces.

Summary: Two men have appeared in court charged under the modern slavery act over the alleged running of eight brothels.


The Airbus A321 landed in Tehran to an official ceremony that included Transport Minister Abbas Akhoundi. IranAir will eventually take possession of 100 planes from Airbus and 80 from Boeing. World powers agreed to lift sanctions against Iran in return for its curbing of nuclear activities. The Airbus 321 had flown from Toulouse in France and its passengers included company chief Fabrice Bregier. Correspondents say Thursday's arrival is being seen as symbolic of Iran's emergence from decades of economic isolation. State TV called it "a historic moment for Iran, signalling the end of the sanctions era for the country". "This is a prelude to the delivery of other aircraft and the renovation of Iran's ageing air fleet," it added. The IranAir fleet is among the oldest in the world, experts say, and has relied on parts being smuggled into the country to keep its planes flying.

Summary: Iran has taken delivery of its first Western-built passenger plane in decades, following the lifting of sanctions last year.


The 35-year-old spent the 2006-07 season in Scotland with Dunfermline before joining Swansea, where he worked under Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers. After four years in South Wales, he moved on to Wolves and has been at Forest for the past three seasons. Rodgers has already indicated De Vries will provide competition for current Celtic number one Craig Gordon. "I need a goalkeeper who, when we have possession, we have 11 players," Rodgers explained after Celtic's 2-0 friendly defeat by Inter Milan in Limerick on Saturday. "I need someone who can distribute the ball and pass it. Dorus is as good as I've seen at that in all my travels. "He comes into what is already a good number of keepers here and his game is perfectly suited to how I want to work. He's there to push Craig."

Summary: Celtic have confirmed the signing of Dutch goalkeeper Dorus de Vries from Nottingham Forest on a two-year deal.


Ash and thick black smoke rose from the volcano, 430 miles (690km) north-west of Mexico City. A flow of lava could be seen pouring down its slopes. More than 350 villagers living in La Yerbabuena and La Becerrera at the foot of the mountain were moved to safety, emergency officials said. Authorities in neighbouring Jalisco state also evacuated some residents. Colima volcano is known in Mexico as the Volcano of Fire. Eruptions earlier this year forced similar evacuations. At that time, Mexico's interior ministry said the volcano was threatening its first major eruption since 1913.

Summary: Fresh eruptions from the Colima volcano in Mexico have forced the evacuation of hundreds of people from their homes.


Mohammed Kadir, 24, is alleged to have killed Jamal Uddin, 71, who was murdered in February over a belief he was practicing "black magic". Mohammed Syadul Hussain, 24, is accused of assisting Mr Kadir and will appear at Manchester Crown Court on 24 October. It is thought Mr Kadir has fled to Syria. Mr Uddin died after he was bludgeoned during an attack at a children's playground in Rochdale. Mohammed Hussain Syeedy, 21, has already been convicted of Mr Uddin's murder and was jailed for life earlier this month. He was told he must serve a minimum term of 24 years. A court heard he was the getaway driver for Mr Kadir, of Chamber Road, Oldham. Hussain, of Oswald Street, Rochdale was remanded in custody.

Summary: A man has been charged with assisting a murder suspect thought to have fled the country.


Kevin Hurley said he was committed to providing the devices to officers. He said the cameras offered "unprecedented advantages" in gathering evidence. Surrey Police Chief Constable Lynne Owens has launched a public consultation on the issue. Mr Hurley said: "These cameras will provide unprecedented advantages in gathering evidence, deterring suspects from abusive or violent behaviour, recording all conversation between the officer and the suspect, and protecting the officer from baseless complaints. "They will mean that officers can stay on the beat instead of wasting time returning to base to write up notes. "By providing incontrovertible evidence to juries, they will also save time and costs in the courts." He added the cameras would be purchased as soon as the chief constable has made recommendations on procurement.

Summary: Frontline police officers in Surrey should be wearing body cameras, the county's police and crime commissioner has said.


The 21-year-old will join the Italian double winners on a five-year contract. Dybala has scored 13 goals this season and following his final home game - a defeat by Fiorentina - was thrown into the air by team-mates. "Juventus are the side who wanted me the most," Dybala told Italian TV. "They made a real effort to sign me and this is why I made my decision," Dybala joined Palermo in August 2012 from Argentine club Instituto for a reported fee of 12m euros. Juventus say the deal could rise to 40m euros with add-ons. Speaking before the deal was announced, Dybala added: "It will be impossible for me to forget everything I've experienced in three years at Palermo. "I was happy from the very first day. I know that to play for Juve, I have to do much more and I'm sure I can improve a great deal."

Summary: Serie A champions Juventus have signed Argentine striker Paulo Dybala from Palermo for 32m euros (£23.4m)


Ardwyn, Grungrog, Oldford and Ysgol Maesydre nursery and infants schools will all shut from August. The area's first Welsh medium primary school will be created at the current Ysgol Maesydre site to replace them. The council originally dropped plans for a Welsh school in the 1990s in the face of a large campaign. There was just one objection to the latest plan. A new English-medium Church in Wales school will also be built near Welshpool High School after the council's cabinet backed the recommendations in a report. The new schools will operate from the existing sites for the 2017-18 academic year.

Summary: Plans to replace four primary schools with two new ones have been backed by Powys council.


The actor will read My Friend Nigel, by Jo Hodgkinson, in the programme to be broadcast on New Year's Eve. The book tells of a boy called Billy who rescues a snail - used as an ingredient in his parents' magic spells - to keep as a pet. Other stars to be reading bedtime stories over the festive period include Lulu, Emilia Fox and Sir Derek Jacobi. "I think it is so important for children to become familiar with books from an early age," Hasselhoff said. "As a child I used to love reading 'Twas The Night Before Christmas and I can still recite all the words today." Bernard Cribbins, Coronation Street star Sally Dynevor and Boardwalk Empire star Stephen Graham will also feature in the coming weeks. Take That frontman Gary Barlow and former Doctor Who David Tennant have previously read CBeebies Bedtime Stories at Christmas.

Summary: Former Baywatch star David Hasselhoff is to read a book as part of CBeebies' Bedtime Stories series.


The 18-year-old right-back went straight into the squad for Tuesday night's trip to Colchester. Iorfa's arrival brings Town's quota of loan players back up to six following the return of Miles Storey to Swindon. That meant Nathaniel Mendez-Laing being left out at Colchester, to comply with the rule of only five loan players allowed in a matchday squad. "He gives us a bit of cover there," Town boss Mike Jackson told BBC Radio Shropshire. "He'll give us something different. He's quick, a good size, and a good addition to the squad." The England Under-18 international came through the youth system at Molineux.

Summary: Shrewsbury Town have signed teenager Dominic Iorfa on an initial month's loan from League One rivals Wolves.


Morris, 18, agreed a two-and-a-half-year professional contract with the Canaries in December 2013, having won the FA Youth Cup earlier that year. He also has England Under-18 honours. "It's an opportunity I'm relishing," Morris told BBC Radio Oxford. "I'm just looking forward to Saturday. That would be my competitive debut, so hopefully I get a goal to show for it." He added: "My aims are to play well, get goals and get Oxford as far up League Two as I can. I'm just looking forward to showing what I can do and get my name out there. "It's a big club and I would have been silly not to take this opportunity. I'm just looking forward to hit the ground running."

Summary: Oxford United have signed Norwich City striker Carlton Morris on an initial six-month loan.


Daniel Foss, 37, from Reynoldston, Gower, was struck by a National Express bus on The Kingsway in September 2013. Acting senior Swansea coroner Colin Phillips ordered Swansea council to provide safety reports on The Kingsway at a pre-inquest hearing on Thursday. A full inquest is due to be heard at the end of July. Sgt Louise Lucas, 41, a mother-of-three and an off-duty police officer, died after she was hit by a bus on The Kingsway on 31 March. Her death triggered a series of changes on the city centre road, with added safety barriers installed and east-bound traffic suspended. The coroner asked bus company, First Cymru, to provide a statement relating to about 100 traffic "incidents" on the Kingsway since 2008. Mr Phillips said the metro system seemed "counterintuitive" but added the outcome of safety audits would be required before he made any formal finding.

Summary: The decision behind changes to a central Swansea road where a man died after being hit by a bus must be explained, a coroner has said.


The 401 Royal Canadian Air Force squadron was engaged in training exercises when the jet crashed around noon local time (19:00 GMT). Air force spokesman Major Scott Spurr said the unnamed pilot had been confirmed dead. Emergency services and flight safety crews are on site investigating the cause of the crash. Major Spurr said it may take up to a year before the investigation is complete. In 2010, another CF-188 Hornet crashed near Cold Lake during night-time training. An inquiry found that night-time weather disoriented the pilot, who was able to safely eject from the plane before it crashed. The Canadian government has committed to replacing the 30-year-old fleet of CF-18 over the next five years. Canada cannot currently meet its commitments to the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation and the North American Aerospace Defense Command with its aging fleet of CF-18s.

Summary: A CF-188 Hornet fighter jet has crashed near Cold Lake, Alberta, killing the pilot.


The match will be held on 16 September, at MLS side Philadelphia Union's 18,500-capacity Talen Energy Stadium. Saracens were involved in the first Premiership fixture played in the USA, beating London Irish 26-16 at New York's Red Bull Stadium in March 2016. "This is an exciting opportunity which is commercially very good," Falcons managing director Mick Hogan said. "We are excited and honoured that Newcastle Falcons will represent the Premiership in what is going to be rugby's next huge market."

Summary: Newcastle Falcons will hold next season's 'home' Premiership game against Saracens in Philadelphia.


John McDermott Wilson left HMP Gateside in Greenock, where he is serving a life sentence, on Friday. He was last seen outside Central Station in Glasgow at about 16:05 that day. Wilson, 50, is 5ft 5in tall, of medium build, fair complexion, brown, thinning hair, blue eyes and is clean-shaven with a small scar on his lower lip. When he was last seen, he was wearing a blue jacket, grey sweatshirt, blue T-shirt, navy jeans, black boots and a black beanie hat. Police Scotland have appealed for anyone with information about Wilson's whereabouts to contact them. But they have warned members of the public not to approach the killer, who was convicted in 1991.

Summary: Police are hunting a murderer who failed to return to prison following unescorted leave.


The animals were seized from the house near Royston, Hertfordshire, on Tuesday morning. Police said neighbours had contacted them with concerns for the welfare of the dogs. The RSPCA could not comment on the conditions inside the house as an investigation is under way. Officers said the owners were co-operating with their enquiries. Hertfordshire police, a police dog unit, RSPCA inspectors and a vet were all involved in the rescue operation. More on this and other stories from Hertfordshire There were a number of different breeds living at the Therfield property but the animal charity could not comment on the dogs' health until their investigation has been completed. However, RSPCA inspector Jayne Bashford said they took "allegations of animal suffering and neglect very seriously". All 38 dogs were checked by a vet and taken to boarding kennels. The owners will meet the RSPCA for an interview later this week.

Summary: Thirty-eight dogs have been rescued from a semi-detached house during a raid by police and the RSPCA.


Proposals for the cinema on North Street were put forward in 2008 and granted outline planning permission. However, that has since lapsed and the cinema plans are now even more in doubt after the council rejected the release of North Street Car Park. The authority said there was not "sufficient certainty" of development. The cabinet meeting was held behind closed doors on Tuesday and the minutes were only released on Thursday. Councillors were told to consider whether getting rid of the car park would represent good value and not whether a cinema would be built, as that was "not guaranteed". Last month, separate plans for a new multiplex cinema on the site of Scarborough's Military Adventure Park were rejected by the council. Councillors rejected the recommendation of planning officers to approve those plans over concerns about the impact it might have on the town centre.

Summary: Plans for a five-screen cinema in Scarborough town centre have suffered a blow after the council rejected the release of land for development.


Steven Kirkwood was originally charged with murder but was convicted of the lesser charge of culpable homicide with provocation over the death of Michael O'Hanlon. Kirkwood claimed he acted in self defence when he stabbed Mr O'Hanlon at Stevenston, North Ayrshire, last July. The court heard there was a struggle and Mr O'Hanlon was stabbed four times. The trial, at the High Court in Glasgow, heard that the men had exchanged abusive texts in the days running up to the incident. Mr O'Hanlon, who was 6ft and weighed 17st 3lbs, had been crowned Mr Scotland by the National Amateur Body Builders' Association four months before his death.

Summary: A man has been found guilty of stabbing to death a former Mr Scotland bodybuilding champion.


The blaze broke out in the detached property in Hangersley Hill, Ringwood, just after 06:30 BST. The owners were not at home and no-one was injured. Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service said flames had spread through the entire building, but crews had surrounded the fire and brought it under control. Huge plumes of black smoke could be seen rising into the air at the height of the fire from the nearby A31.

Summary: A large house in the New Forest has been severely damaged in a fire.


The company teased fans by saying the console will be a ''brand new concept'', but they haven't released many more details or pictures of it. Gamers have had a long wait since Nintendo's last console was released back in 2012. Now they can look forward to checking out the newest release in March 2017. Details on this latest tech are hard to come by and Nintendo seems to want to keep it that way. Some reports have said that the NX might include a hand held device that can be used alongside the console but also on its own, similar to the Wii U. For now, all we can do is guess, and hope for a sneak peak in the future.

Summary: Nintendo has announced a release date for their newest console, the NX, which it first told the world about in 2015.


DFS had previously set its indicative price range at between 245p and 310p. That would have seen the firm valued as much as £1bn. The shares were unchanged after the first day of conditional dealings. The Doncaster-based business has 105 stores in the UK, Ireland and Netherlands. DFS was previously listed on the London stock market between 1993 and 2004 before being taken private. The retailer is majority-owned by private equity firm Advent International. DFS said the flotation had raised gross proceeds of £98m, which will be used to pay down debt. DFS chief executive Ian Filby said he was "delighted by the positive response to the offering". However, retail analyst Nick Bubb said: "It is hard to spin today's news that the IPO has been priced at only 255p... as 'a success'. "Investors are clearly nervous about DFS's prospects after the election," he added.

Summary: Shares in Doncaster-based DFS began trading on Friday, starting the day at the price of 255p, valuing the business at £543m.


Around 24 firefighters were called to the Snow White Laundries on Clarence Road at 05:50 GMT on Wednesday. South Wales Fire and Rescue Service said no-one has been hurt in the blaze, no chemicals are involved and it was believed to be accidental. Crews from New Inn, Cwmbran, Abersychan, Aberbargoed and Cwmbran were in attendance at the single-storey industrial premises.

Summary: Crews have tackled a fire at an industrial laundry in Pontypool.


Police found the man, 28, unresponsive outside Peep on Dean Street, Bangor, shortly before 02:00 BST on Saturday. Officers carried out CPR before he was taken to Ysbyty Gwynedd Hospital, where he remains unconscious. A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assault and remains in custody at Caernarfon Police Station. Det Ch Insp Dan Tipton said: "Sadly the 28-year old man who is from the Llangefni area, remains in a critical condition in hospital after he was assaulted outside the nightclub. "We are keeping an open mind regarding the motive and our inquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances which led to the man being assaulted. "An altercation is believed to have happened inside the nightclub prior to the assault and we are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed either of the incidents."

Summary: A man is in a critical condition in hospital after he was assaulted outside a nightclub in Gwynedd.


Dr Saleyha Ahsan, an emergency doctor at Ysbyty Gwynedd in Bangor, Gwynedd, said Â£220,000 has been raised by crowd funding to help those affected by the civil war. The support was "staggering", she said. "This act in itself has been a massive display of solidarity with these doctors who are risking their lives." Dr Ahsan was part of a convoy supported by a number of human rights organisations who responded to a call from the doctors to build a unit to serve 66,000 children near Aleppo where thousands have been evacuated. They handed over the equipment to members of Syria's Independent Doctors Association at the border. Dr Ahsan returned to north Wales on Friday in time for her Christmas weekend shifts at the hospital.

Summary: A Welsh doctor has returned from a 6,000 mile round trip to take supplies to Syrian doctors building an entire hospital from donations.


The outbreak affected pupils at Glyn Gaer Primary School in Gelligaer and there was also a case at Ysgol Rhydywaun in Rhondda Cynon Taff. It began in April and cases continued to be identified until June. Public Health Wales said a multi-agency outbreak control team had taken measures and it was now over. Heather Lewis, consultant in communicable disease control, said: "Hepatitis A has a long incubation period - or time during which the illness can develop in the body - which is why we have needed to wait three months to declare the outbreak over. "As part of our work to limit the spread of the disease, we held vaccination sessions at a number of schools, an after school club and a nursery."

Summary: An outbreak of Hepatitis A in Caerphilly county which led to 18 confirmed cases and one probable case has been declared over.


He died suddenly aged 57, leaving behind a back catalogue spanning rock, pop, funk and jazz and millions of devoted admirers. Purple street art in his memory has popped up in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter and in the window of an art gallery in Stranmillis. Fans of Prince in the PSNI, Castlereagh, also posted their own creative salute to the pop icon on Facebook on Thursday night. US rapper, Macklemore, celebrated the iconic musician during his performance at the SSE Arena. He told fans on Thursday night that Prince was a "musical genius" and said he had taught him "it was all about the love". There was no Purple Rain in Northern Ireland, but one Prince fan managed to snap purple skies over Belfast. Brian Mullholland told BBC News NI he thought it was "quite appropriate" that the parma-violet sky covered the city on the night of the musician's death.

Summary: Pop icon, Prince, was found dead at his Minnesota home on Thursday, but his fans in Northern Ireland have been quick to pay their respects.


The charges stretch over a number of years. Dr Tony Chee worked at Richhill Health Centre up until 2011 when the practice severed its ties with him. The police say the 45-year-old has been charged with sexual assault following a number of complaints that date from 2009 to 2011. All the alleged incidents are said to have happened at the health centre. Dr Chee will appear before Armagh Magistrates' Court next month. As is normal procedure, the charges will now be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service. The police say inquiries are ongoing and detectives are asking anyone who might have any information relating to the case to come forward and get in touch with the detectives at Newry on the non-emergency 101 number.

Summary: The BBC has learned that a man charged with a number of sexual assaults at a County Armagh medical practice is a GP.


It is believed that an empty, parked car rolled into a woman and a buggy carrying the boy on the Comber Road shortly before 16:00 GMT on Saturday. A 31-year-old man arrested by police has been released on bail pending further inquiries. The woman was treated for injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening. Castlereagh DUP councillor Jim White said it was "absolutely tragic". "This family has been in Dundonald for quite some time and they are well-known in the area and the neighbours are all absolutely horrified at what has happened," he said. "For a family to suffer this, at this time of the year, is unbelievable."

Summary: A two-year-old boy has died following a car crash in Dundonald, on the outskirts of east Belfast.


The strengthening US dollar had a "significant impact" on results, the software firm said. It also took a a charge of $190m during the quarter to reorganise its business which includes the costs of merging Nokia's handset division. However, sales from cloud computing services doubled, beating expectations and sending shares higher. Microsoft says that business is expected to generate $6.3bn in annual sales. "We saw incredible growth across our cloud services this quarter," said Satya Nadella, chief executive officer at Microsoft in a statement with the earnings release. Investors were further pleased by an increase in the firm's hardware sales, which offset declines in its Windows software business. Overall, revenue increased by 6% to $21.7bn in the third quarter. Microsoft reports its financial earnings on a calendar year that begins in .July.

Summary: Microsoft has reported a 12% fall in profits to $5bn (Â£3.3bn) in the first three months of 2015.


That was twice the UK average rise of 7% and the biggest rise since November 2007. The ONS index suggests the price of a typical house in Northern Ireland is Â£152,000, comparable to the level in mid 2006. The index is based on data from mortgage completions. Northern Ireland experienced a deep and prolonged house price crash from which it is just recovering. The definitive house price index for Northern Ireland is produced by Nisra, the local government statistics agency. Its most recent edition, published in February, showed that prices rose by 8% between the end of 2013 and the end of 2014. On its measurement, prices are still lower than they were at the start of 2005.

Summary: House prices in Northern Ireland rose by more than 14% in the year to February, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).


The fire began on Friday at the coal mine run by a state-owned company in Jixi City, Heilongjiang province, Xinhua news agency says. It earlier reported that 22 people were trapped underground. The cause of the blaze was not immediately known. China has the world's deadliest mines, with hundreds of mine workers killed in accidents every year. But the country's safety record has shown signs of improvement in recent years as the authorities enforce a strict compliance with safety laws and procedures. A total of 38 miners were underground when the blaze started, but 16 of them managed to escape, Xinhua says. The authorities say the fire is now under control. Last year, 24 people were killed and 54 injured in an underground fire at a mine in China's north-eastern Liaoning province,

Summary: A fire at a mine in north-eastern China has killed 21 people, and one person is still missing, state media report.


The Rt Rev Libby Lane, 48, preached her first sermon in a service attended by hundreds of people. She was consecrated as the eighth Bishop of Stockport at York Minster in January. In November, the Church of England formally adopted legislation to allow the appointment of women bishops after decades of debate. During the service, she was presented with her pastoral staff and welcomed by the civic and faith communities from across the Diocese of Chester. The service marked the formal start of her ministry in her diocese. The Very Rev Prof Gordon McPhate, the Dean of Chester described it as a "new chapter" for the Church of England. Who is the Church of England's first female bishop?

Summary: The first female bishop in the Church of England has been installed at Chester Cathedral.


A British Airways spokeswoman said it was diverted as a precaution. The plane, with 108 passengers on board, circled the International for a time before landing safely. One of those on board, Justin Hames, said passengers were told there was a problem with an engine. "As the wheels were going up, we heard the bang and that's pretty much it," he said. "To begin with they didn't say anything - they didn't want to cause any concern - and then they said it was a small problem with the engine." Alan Whiteside, operations director at Belfast International Airport, said: "Everything went smoothly, our own police and fire service on site here responded, the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service, the PSNI, the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service all attended as a routine. "But nobody was required to take any other action - the aircraft landed safely thankfully."

Summary: A British Airways flight from Belfast City Airport to Heathrow was diverted to Belfast International Airport shortly after take-off on Tuesday night after the pilot declared an emergency.


Rory McAllister's fine free-kick put Peterhead in front before Paul Woods' penalty levelled things midway through the first half. McIntosh smashed home what would prove to be the winner five minutes later. Jamie McKernon was sent off late on as Peterhead set up a final against either Rangers or St Mirren. McAllister opened the scoring on 17 minutes when he curled a free-kick into the bottom corner. Woods was given the chance to regain parity for Queen's just five minutes later when McIntosh brought down Sean Burns in the penalty area. The midfielder slotted home the spot-kick to notch his seventh goal of the season. McIntosh redeemed himself on 27 minutes when he tapped home Kevin Dzierzawski's free-kick for the decisive goal. The Spiders lost McKernon to a red card at the end of the game as Peterhead held on to make the first final in their 124-year history.

Summary: Leighton McIntosh's goal proved decisive as Peterhead beat Queen's Park to reach their first ever senior cup final in the Petrofac Training Cup.


The 26-year-old took 25 wickets and scored more than 300 runs to help the Red Rose club lift the trophy in 2015. In August, Faulkner became only the sixth Australian to take a hat-trick in a one-day international when he achieved the feat against Sri Lanka. "He's a world-class cricketer, a true competitor. It'll be great to have him back," head coach Ashley Giles said. Faulkner, from Tasmania, has played one Test, 59 one-day internationals and 21 Twenty20 matches for Australia. "Finals Day at Edgbaston was one of the best days of my career so hopefully we can replicate the success of 2015 next year," Faulkner said. "I was blown away by the support I received from the Lancashire fans."

Summary: Lancashire have re-signed Australia all-rounder James Faulkner for the T20 Blast competition in 2017.


Work on a housing development on Wonastow Road, near Monmouth, was halted when the remains were uncovered. The pieces of wood have been radiocarbon-dated to 3210BC and were uncovered on a site which is thought to have once been a lake. The discovery was made three years after a Bronze Age boat building was found at a site one mile (1.6km) away. Archaeologist Steve Clarke said: "As we had just discovered a rich Bronze Age settlement a few fields away we thought the remains would turn out to be Bronze Age. "So it was a real surprise when the dates came back as being twice as old." The five oak timbers have been partially burned, including a piece thought to be part of the boat's stern or bow and another part of the hull.

Summary: Archaeologists believe they have found a logboat dating back to the New Stone Age in Monmouthshire.


The former Lizzie McGuire star wore a pilgrim top and hat with hot pants and fishnet tights, while Jason Walsh was dressed as a Native American. Duff tweeted that she was "so sorry" about the choice of outfit, which some found offensive. Walsh said on Instagram that he "meant no disrespect" and apologised to anyone who was offended by what he wore. "I only have admiration for the indigenous people of America," wrote Walsh, who wore a headdress and face paint as part of his costume. "In hindsight I would not have made that decision." Duff added in her statement: "It was not properly thought through and I am truly, from the bottom of my heart sorry." She currently appears in US comedy series Younger. Follow us on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts, on Instagram at bbcnewsents, or if you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk.

Summary: Actress and singer Hilary Duff and her boyfriend have apologised for their controversial Halloween party costumes.


Silver Hydro has submitted the proposals for the old Caddonfoot Primary at Clovenfords. Pupils moved out of the school nearly three years ago and into a brand new building. It is now hoped the old property could be turned into what developers describe as a "sustainable water-based energy research facility". The proposal would see water engines and their electronic components assembled and tested in what was the assembly/dining area. Developers said the site of the building - next to the Caddon Water which flows into the River Tweed - would be ideal for their project. Silver Hydro said it had made a successful bid to purchase the building, subject to planning approval. It added that externally-visible alterations would be minimal.

Summary: Plans have been lodged to create a hydro energy research centre at a former school building in the Borders.


The anniversary on 25 April marks the first major battle involving Australia and New Zealand in World War One. Australian Minister for Veterans' Affairs Dan Tehan said his government had received information of a possible threat to Turkey's Gallipoli peninsula. He did not detail the information but urged travellers to be cautious. "Ultimately, it is up to the traveller to make the final decision on whether to travel or not," Mr Tehan said. Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade updated its travel advice for Turkey but did not lift a warning classification level. "We have confidence in the Turkish authorities to secure the peninsula and other celebrations in the area," said Australian Federal Police Deputy Commissioner Michael Phelan. In 2015, about 15,000 Australians travelled to Gallipoli for the centenary of Anzac Day.

Summary: The Australian government has warned that terrorists may seek to target Anzac Day commemorations in Turkey later this month.


The 30-year-old had become a free agent after terminating his contract with Shrewsbury on Monday. Barnett finished last season on loan at Southend United, where he scored five goals in 20 appearances. "We wanted another target man and someone with strength, power and real quality," Dons boss Neal Ardley told BBC Radio London. Barnett, who has also played for Macclesfield and Crawley and spent time on loan at Ipswich, Bristol City and Oxford United, becomes Wimbledon's seventh signing of the summer transfer window. The Dons have not disclosed the length of his contract at Kingsmeadow. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: League One newcomers AFC Wimbledon have signed former Shrewsbury Town and Peterborough striker Tyrone Barnett.


The blaze broke out at St Dominic's Primary, in Petersburn Road, Airdrie, shortly after lessons ended for the day on Thursday. A spokeswoman for North Lanarkshire Council said no pupils were in the school at the time. She said fire crews were still at the scene and the damage was thought to be extensive. It was unlikely, she said, that the school would open on Friday.

Summary: A primary school in North Lanarkshire has been badly damaged by fire.


The Springfield Properties proposals in the south of the Moray town includes 870 houses and a range of facilities, such as a sports centre. Some would be built between Elgin golf course and the A941, with the others close to Linkwood Road. Moray Council said the application was one of the biggest ever to come before the local authority. Objections includes claims that 870 houses would flood the market and impact across the whole of Moray by pulling housing demand away from other areas. However planning officers said they considered it was acceptable.

Summary: Major plans to build hundreds of homes in Elgin have been approved by councillors.