Friday's winning numbers were 01, 21, 26, 40 and 50 and the winning Lucky Star numbers were 02 and 04. The winner matched all seven numbers to scoop £61,102,443 - the fourth, and biggest, jackpot win in the UK in 2016. Euromillions began in 2004 and the biggest prize in UK history is the £161m won by North Ayrshire couple Chris and Colin Weir in 2011. UK ticket-holders won jackpots of £24.6m and £24m in February this year, and £51.8m in April. Tickets for Euromillions are sold in nine countries - the UK, Austria, Belgium, France, the Irish Republic, Luxembourg, Portugal, Spain and Switzerland - with ticket-holders in all those countries trying to win a share of the same jackpot each week. National Lottery operator Camelot runs Euromillions in the UK.

Summary: A ticket bought in the UK has won the £61.1m jackpot in the Euromillions draw, the National Lottery says.


Each of the dogs had to be put down after being walked in Forthquarter Park in Granton. Two of the animals suffered internal bleeding. The City of Edinburgh Council's environmental health team said there were no plans to close the park to the public. A spokesman for the council said: "We have found no evidence so far to link the deaths of any dogs with Forthquarter Park. "Preliminary investigations are still continuing, but the park will not be closing." Concerns about the dogs' deaths were initially raised by the Friends of West Pilton group. After learning of the deaths of six dogs with links to the park, they alerted the council and local politicians. The park is owned by the National Grid and sits beside a former gasworks. Extensive ground decontamination work was carried out before the park opened 10 years ago.

Summary: An investigation into the deaths of six dogs in Edinburgh has found no evidence so far of a link with a local park, according to the city's council.


Its PMI survey for February indicated output levels deteriorated for the first time in three months, driven by a marginal decline in new orders. The PMI registered a score of 49.2, representing a slight downturn in output. The bank suggested the performance of the oil and gas sector was behind the decline. Other key points from the research included: The research is compiled by Markit for the Bank of Scotland. It is based on a monthly survey of about 600 executives in private manufacturing and service sector companies. Mr Gardner said: "The downturns in the Aberdeen region and the oil and gas sector negatively impacted the Scottish economy during February, as firms struggled to cope with lower incoming new order levels and deteriorating volumes of incomplete work. "The drop in business activity and the slide in workforce numbers also signals a challenging few months ahead for the region."

Summary: Scotland's private sector has started to decline, according to research from the Bank of Scotland.


London's Paddington and Waterloo stations and Birmingham New Street are stations that could be put up for sale. Speaking to the Financial Times, Network Rail chief executive Mark Carne said Â£1.8bn could be raised through the sale of 7,500 other properties. These include freight yards, car parks, arches, depots and spare land. A spokesman for Network Rail confirmed that financial advisers had been appointed to consult on possible options. In a statement, Network Rail said: "We are looking to generate some Â£1.8bn of funds from our property assets by 2019, enabling us to invest in building a bigger, better railway. "We're taking a long hard look at which assets, ensuring we keep what we need to grow and expand the railway, but then looking at ways we can realise best value from the rest to reinvest."

Summary: Network Rail is considering the sale of a number of the UK's best known railway stations in an effort to shore up its debt-laden balance sheet.


Rowe finished 48 seconds behind winner Peter Sagan and secured Team Sky's best ever result at what is one of cycling's five 'monuments.' The 26-year-old is hoping he is getting closer to securing a first ever podium. "I'm getting there slowly but surely so hopefully in a few years it can all come together nicely," he said. "It's my biggest result to date. "Before today I would have said eighth place in Paris-Roubaix last year was my biggest result. "Paris-Roubaix and Flanders are both on the same level so I'm a couple of places higher and a couple of places nearer the podium and the top steps." Team-mate and fellow Welshman Geraint Thomas finished 12th after an early crash.

Summary: Team Sky's Luke Rowe considers his fifth-place finish at the Tour of Flanders as the best result of his career.


The number claiming jobs-related benefits dropped by 600 in May to 32,700. According to figures from the Department for the Economy, unemployment has decreased in all but three months of the past two years. There are also other positive figures. The employment rate has risen to almost 70%, which the department says is the highest since data began being complied in 1995. The number of people aged over 16 in employment between February to April 2016 was estimated at 841,000 - up by 18,000 on the same period in 2015. Long-term and youth unemployment are also down, as is economic inactivity. But in all these measures of the labour market, Northern Ireland continues to compare poorly to the rest of the UK. The unemployment rate in Northern Ireland has increased slightly to 5.8%. In the rest of the UK it is 5%.

Summary: New government figures record a further fall in unemployment in Northern Ireland, while the number of people in work is said to have reached a record level.


Cheteshwar Pujara had set up the victory bid in the third Test in Indore when he hit an unbeaten century as the hosts set the Black Caps 475 to win. Off-spinner Ashwin then returned his best innings figures of 7-59 as New Zealand were skittled for 153. Virat Kohli (211) and Ajinkya Rahane (188) helped India to a decisive 557-5 in the first innings. Their partnership of 365 was India's highest for the fourth wicket, and Ashwin took 6-81 to restrict New Zealand to 299 in their reply. Ashwin, 30, finished with 27 wickets in the three-Test series. The whitewash series win solidifies India's position at number one in the Test rankings, which they won back from Pakistan after the second Test in Kolkata.

Summary: Ravichandran Ashwin took a career-best 13-140 as India beat New Zealand by 321 runs to seal a 3-0 series whitewash.


The economy had been growing at a fast pace for the past decade but has slowed considerably in the past four years. The slowdown is a result of low commodity prices, sluggish global growth and low investor confidence. Under new Finance Minister Joaquim Levy, the country has moved from stimulus to austerity. From 2011 until last year, Brazil's government had been trying to stimulate the economy by offering labour tax breaks, subsidising petrol and lowering the price of electricity. Mr Levy has reined in government spending and raised taxes in order to balance government finances. As a result, analysts predict 2015 is likely to be a difficult year for the country.

Summary: Brazil, the world's seventh largest economy, narrowly avoided contracting in 2014 with a growth rate of just 0.1% for the year.


The 35-year-old centre became the first openly gay player in North America's four major team sports when he played for the Brooklyn Nets last season. But he was not included in the squad for the current campaign and said: "My body was telling me that it was time." Collins made Time magazine's 100 most influential list this year. He announced the end of his 13-year NBA career in an article in Sports Illustrated magazine - the publication in which he publicly announced his sexuality in April last year. "As we speak, I'm watching a college basketball game, but it's time for me to truly become just a fan and watch from the sidelines," he said.

Summary: Jason Collins, the first openly homosexual player to compete in the NBA, has announced his retirement from professional basketball.


Amy Smith, 17, was killed with her six-month-old daughter Ruby-Grace Gaunt and friend Edward Green, 17, in the blaze at home in Langley Mill, Derbyshire. Peter Eyre, 43, Anthony Eyre, 21, both of Central Avenue, Sandiacre, and Simon Eyre, 24, from Long Eaton, all denied three counts of murder. Their trial is due to start on 12 January at Nottingham Crown Court. The family spoke only to confirm their names and enter not guilty pleas before they were remanded back into custody. Police said Ms Smith, Ruby-Grace and Mr Green all died from smoke inhalation in the fire in June.

Summary: A father and his two sons have denied murdering three people - including a baby - in a flat fire.


The Scotland international, 34, will sign a one-year deal at Pittodrie, subject to completing a medical. Maloney was offered a new one-year deal by Hull, where he played 14 games last season, but the lure of signing for his hometown club proved decisive. The former Celtic winger should be available for the Dons' Europa League second round qualifier on 13 July. The arrival of Maloney will help the Dons compensate for the loss of Jonny Hayes, who has moved to Celtic, and Niall McGinn, who is believed to be on the verge of a move to a South Korean club. Maloney had two spells in the Scottish top flight with Celtic, interrupted by a year with Aston Villa. He left the Glasgow club a second time in 2011 to join Wigan Athletic and joined Hull after leaving Chicago Fire.

Summary: Aberdeen have agreed a deal to sign midfielder Shaun Maloney from Hull City, BBC Scotland has learned.


The victim had just got out of a taxi in High Street, Biggar, at about 02:50 on Sunday when he was involved in a row with another man. Police believe the attacker crossed the road near the Elphinstone pub before carrying out the assault in front of the victim's partner. The attacker is described as white, of medium build and wearing a blue top. Det Con Graham McAdam said: "This was a frightening incident which left the victim requiring hospital treatment and it is crucial that we find the man responsible. "I am appealing to anyone who was in the area around the time of the incident to contact us. "Maybe you saw the suspect prior to or following the attack, or maybe you saw him run off up the High Street in Biggar. If you have any information at all, please do pass it on to police."

Summary: A man suffered serious injuries after being attacked in a street in South Lanarkshire.


Izzo was banned for 18 months and fined 50,000 euros (£42,972) last month for failing to disclose a match-fixing agreement when at Avellino in 2013-14. Italy's Federal Appeal Court on Friday reduced the ban to six months and 30,000 euros (£25,783). "It was a hard year, a year in which I suffered a lot," wrote Izzo on Facebook after the result of the appeal. "But I was never afraid, I have always been confident in my honesty and I have never stopped fighting for the truth." Izzo was called up to Italy's national squad last November but did not make the team. Genoa are fifth from bottom in Serie A and only two points off the relegation zone. Their last two games of the season are at home to ninth-placed Torino on Sunday (14:00 BST) and away to second-placed Roma (19:45 BST) on 28 May.

Summary: Genoa defender Armando Izzo has had his ban and fine over match-fixing allegations reduced.


Assistant Chief Constable Gordon Fraser, 48, and his wife Teresa, 42, also a serving officer, appeared at St Albans Magistrates' Court. They are accused of falsely claiming she was the driver of a speeding car in Scotland in September, when it is alleged her husband was at the wheel. Both were bailed until 22 October. The speeding is alleged to have happened in Strathclyde, but the couple live in Ansley in Warwickshire. Mrs Fraser works for West Midlands Police but has been suspended from duty. Mr Fraser worked for West Midlands Police for 22 years before moving to Leicestershire in 2010. Leicestershire Police said he had been suspended from duty over a separate matter. The couple were asked to stand outside the dock at the court as the charge was read out. Neither of them spoke during the hearing. The next hearing will be at St Albans Crown Court.

Summary: A senior Leicestershire Police officer and his wife have appeared in court charged with perverting the course of justice over a speeding incident.


The 21-year-old was the joint top scorer at this summer's Olympic Games with six goals as his Germany side lost the final to hosts Brazil. Gnabry joined the Gunners in 2011 and made 18 appearances for the club, scoring once. Reports on Tuesday suggested the player would join Bayern Munich before being loaned to Bremen. However, the club's sporting director Frank Baumann has denied any other club is involved in the transfer: "There aren't any agreements with other clubs." Gnabry said: "Per Mertesacker and Mesut Ozil have only said positive things about the club. "I'm confident we'll have a successful season and push for the top half of the table. "I had very good talks with the management and that has led me here." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Werder Bremen have signed Arsenal midfielder Serge Gnabry for an undisclosed fee.


Buxton, 28, who joined from Mansfield Town in 2009, had a year to run on his deal but has agreed new terms which include the option of a further season. Manager Nigel Clough told the club website: "His all-round game has improved since he joined. "He has an unbelievable desire to get his head on the ball in both penalty areas, he's just our kind of player." Buxton has scored five goals in 27 games this season despite missing around two months with a knee injury.

Summary: Derby County centre-half Jake Buxton has extended his contract with the club until the summer of 2015.


Nuart has taken place in Stavanger, Norway, since 2001 but was introduced in Aberdeen earlier this month. Images both large and small appeared on city buildings. Business-led initiative Aberdeen Inspired will decide next month whether to bring the festival back. Council backing would then be sought. The images attracted intense interest on social media. Walking tours organised to guide members of the public around the artwork also proved popular. A council spokesman said: "Given the enormous success of Nuart, there is a desire from both Aberdeen City Council and Aberdeen Inspired to see the festival return to the city in the near future. "It is hoped that Nuart will become a fixture in the cultural calendar and officers have been asked to look at what needs to be done to help secure its presence in the longer term."

Summary: A major street art festival which saw paintings appear on buildings across Aberdeen could be returning for the next three years.


Singer and songwriter Karine Polwart kicks off proceedings at the Easterbrook Hall in Dumfries on 26 May. A wide range of theatre, music and comedy performances will follow throughout the region. Billed as Scotland's largest rural performing arts festival, it runs until 4 June. Among the events being highlighted by organisers are: Ken Gouge, who chairs the festival, said the event had been going from strength to strength. "We're anticipating our audience figures increasing again," he said. "In the last two years we have more than doubled our audience figures and, indeed, our ticket income has gone up by 131% over the last two years. "So we are clearly doing something right." The full programme is available on the arts festival's website.

Summary: Dumfries and Galloway Arts Festival has launched the programme for this year's event which it says is its "most ambitious to date".


The Olympic star spun on his hands on a table in a woollen suit designed by Sir Paul Smith. His performance at Dumfries House in Cumnock, East Ayrshire, received cheers from delegates at a conference staged by the Campaign for Wool. Supermodel David Gandy, Marks and Spencer boss Steve Rowe and a flock of sheep were also at the event. In a speech afterwards Prince Charles, who is known as the Duke of Rothesay in Scotland, called for hundreds of people involved in the production, fashion and retail of wool to sign up to the Dumfries House Wool Declaration. It commits to protect the environment and uphold best practice across the production and trading of wool products.

Summary: Double gold medal-winning gymnast Max Whitlock has performed for Prince Charles in a specially-designed suit.


Yep, it's the traditional mid-season shutdown in Formula 1 as drivers and team personnel down tools for a month to enjoy a well-earned rest. For some, it's about spending time with the family. For others, it is about road tripping across the United States or cuddling tigers. Can you work out who the driver is by their holiday activity alone? Take our quiz to find out. This content will not work on your device, please check Javascript and cookies are enabled or update your browser

Summary: Time to get the deckchair out, Fernando Alonso, because it's the summer holidays.


The 28-year-old, who previously played in the Premiership for Leeds Carnegie, joined Leinster in 2012 and has made 10 appearances for the club this term. Denton has been part of a Leinster side that finished top of the Pro12 at the end of the regular campaign this year. "His arrival only makes us stronger as a unit," said Gloucester director of rugby David Humphreys. "We're looking forward to welcoming Tom into our environment. During his time in the Aviva Premiership with Leeds, he proved to be a quality operator, and he has matured and improved whilst with Leinster. "I know first hand from my time with Ulster what a quality opponent he is and he will be a welcome addition to our second row ranks."

Summary: Leinster lock Tom Denton has signed to play for Premiership side Gloucester in the 2016-17 season.


Forward Bowditch has scored 48 goals in 227 appearances for MK Dons, helping them reach the Championship in 2014-15. "I've enjoyed some fantastic memories during six years at MK Dons but all great things come to an end and it's time for a new challenge," he said. The 30-year-old joins Darren Potter and David Martin in announcing their departure from Stadium MK. Bowditch, who was out of contract in the summer, is the third long-serving MK Dons player to confirm their exit at the end of the campaign in the last week, while the future of the club's record appearance-maker Dean Lewington is also in doubt. MK Dons chairman Pete Winkelman said of Bowditch: "Dean has been an important member of the squad for a long period of time and we will always be grateful for what he's done for the club."

Summary: Dean Bowditch will leave Milton Keynes Dons at the end of the season after six years at the League One club.


The ODIs will be played in Leicester (20 June), Worcester (22 June) and Taunton (27 June). Bristol (3 July), Southampton (5 July) and Chelmsford (7 July) will stage the T20 matches. The T20 international at Southampton will take place immediately before the England men's T20 against Sri Lanka at the same ground. The ODIs will form the side's fifth round of matches in the ICC Women's Championship - the qualification tournament for the 2017 Women's World Cup in England. All of the England-Pakistan matches will be covered live by BBC Radio.

Summary: England women will face Pakistan in three one-day internationals and three Twenty20 internationals next summer.


The match against Italians - who finished 10th in Serie A - is to take place at the Aviva Stadium on 2 August. Jose Mourinho's side play Ajax of the Netherlands in the Europa League final on Wednesday, having finished sixth in the Premier League. Victory in Stockholm would see United secure a place in next season's Champions League. United will come to Ireland after a five-match tour in the United States, and 10 days before the start of the Premier League season. They last played in Dublin in 2010. Former Republic of Ireland star Liam Brady, who played for Sampdoria from 1982 to 1984, predicted a capacity crowd at the 51,000-seater stadium. "This will be a full house. It is going to be great for Sampdoria to come here," he said. "There is a lot of history to Sampdoria - they are one of Italy's favourite teams."

Summary: Manchester United are to play in Dublin against Italian side Sampdoria in a pre-season match in August.


The current County Hall in Morpeth dates from 1981, but needs to be substantially refurbished. The authority said it would be more cost-effective to sell off the land, and build a new £40m HQ in Ashington. Council Leader Grant Davey said the proposals had been "well received by residents from the town and wider area". The overall economic benefit to the north east could be as high as £93m, he said.

Summary: Northumberland County Council has been given planning permission for a new HQ.


Nigel Camplin, 55, accused driver Colin Evans of "cutting him up" on a roundabout before setting off on a four-mile chase through Caerphilly. Footage played to Cardiff Crown Court saw Camplin tell Mr Evans "I'm going to kill you" in a foul-mouthed rant. Camplin admitted to dangerous driving and was given an eight month suspended sentence. He was also banned from driving for 18 months. The court heard Camplin, of Maesycwmmer, was a 20-year veteran of the Royal Corps of Signals with an "excellent service record" who suffered from post traumatic stress disorder. Judge Jeremy Jenkins told him it was "dangerous driving to the extreme" and that people who behaved in such a way "deservedly go to prison". He added: "You completely lost your self control and should not have been behind the wheel of your car."

Summary: A former soldier has avoided jail after his road rage was recorded on his own "dashcam".


Joseph Webb committed the offence at Southampton's St Mary's Stadium during the Championship game with Brighton and Hove Albion on 19 November. Webb, 26, of Field Close, Romsey, admitted at Southampton Magistrates' Court to a charge under the Public Order Act. He was also fined Â£100 and ordered to pay Â£100 costs. Rikesh Sakaaria, 28, from Bassett Avenue, in Bassett, Southampton, was also charged under the same offence but the case against him was withdrawn. A Hampshire Constabulary spokeswoman said: "Homophobia within football is currently the subject of national debate, and the ban given today highlights the fact this type of behaviour will not be tolerated. "Thousands of people pay each week to watch sport and enjoy themselves, and they should not have to hear offensive language and abuse while they do so. We will continue to take action against those who behave in such a way at football matches."

Summary: A Southampton supporter who chanted homophobic abuse has received a three-year football banning order.


It happened as the man was walking along Main Street in the village shortly before 03:00 BST on Saturday. It was reported that a man was shouted at by the driver of a green Seat Leon car who then turned the car and struck him. The pedestrian was treated in hospital for an injury to his leg. The driver was described as being about 30, of stocky build with short hair and a scarred complexion. He was also said to have spoken with a Belfast accent.

Summary: A man has been treated in hospital after a hit and run incident in Crumlin, County Antrim.


Transport Scotland's bus investment fund is to be split among 13 projects over three years. Successful bids include a better park and ride at Kingswells in Aberdeen, bus stop timetables in Fife, and extensions to a southern Highland rural service. Improvements are planned for the A81 in East Dunbartonshire, as well as rural services in Dumfries and Galloway. Mr Brown said: "This fund provides local authorities, regional transport partnerships and bus operators with the opportunity to apply for grants which will help to increase the standard of bus services and patronage."

Summary: Bus services are to be improved with £4.2m in funding, Transport Minister Keith Brown has announced.


According to the latest official figures, the total now stands at 31,600. However, another measure of the labour market, the unemployment rate, recorded a rise to 5.7% for the period between November and January. That compares to the UK average of 4.7%. Other data also released on Wednesday contained positives for the Northern Ireland economy. Manufacturing output rose in the last quarter of 2016 - up by 4.3% on the previous three months. The figure likely reflects a weaker pound which has been a major influence in boosting export business. Northern Ireland's service sector also had a good end to 2016, with output up by 1.6% on the preceding quarter.

Summary: The number of people claiming unemployment benefits in Northern Ireland fell by 300 in February.


The world's largest smartphone producer has said its operating profit in the January to March period is expected to reach 6.6 trillion Korean won ($5.6bn; Â£3.9bn). For the same quarter in 2015, Samsung's operating profit was at 6tn won. The improved outlook comes amid reports of strong sales of its latest flagship smartphone models, the Galaxy S7. Samsung is also estimating a jump in sales to 49tn won, a rise of 4%. The company will report its full first quarter results later this month. If Samsung meets its guidance, it would be a turnaround from the earnings slump in the final quarter of last year. Strong competition from cheaper Chinese rivals such as Xiaomi and Huawei at the bottom of the market, as well as Apple at the premium end, has put Samsung's smartphone sales under pressure. Samsung shares in Seoul closed down 1.25%.

Summary: South Korea's Samsung Electronics is forecasting a 10% jump in operating profit for the first quarter.


A naturally occurring protein, known as BsIA, can be used to create ice cream which stays frozen for longer in hot weather. The ingredient could also help to reduce the amount of fat and sugar in ice cream. The scientists say the ice cream could be ready to eat in three to five years. Teams at the Universities of Edinburgh and Dundee developed a method of producing the ingredient, which occurs naturally in some foods as a friendly bacteria. Professor Cait MacPhee, who led the project, said it works by keeping oil and water mixed together, stops air from escaping and coats the ice crystals in ice cream which stops them from melting so quickly.

Summary: A new ingredient developed by scientists in Scotland could mean that ice cream lovers can enjoy their treats longer before they melt.


The company is best known for making Denman hairbrushes, but also has customers in aerospace and other industrial sectors. The investment is focused on growing its aerospace business and will involve expanding its factory. Invest NI is giving a £400,000 grant towards the capital investment. John Rainey, Denroy's managing director, said the company would be developing its research and development capability and test laboratory. The firm's aerospace customers include BAE, Airbus and Bombardier. Enterprise Minister Jonathan Bell said the 32 new jobs, to be created by 2017, would generate almost £600,000 annually in additional salaries.

Summary: Bangor-based plastics manufacturer Denroy is creating 32 jobs as part of a £3m expansion.


The Old Tweed Bridge was opened by Sir Walter Scott in 1832 and it was the main link between Selkirk and Galashiels for 140 years. However it fell into a state of disrepair following the opening of the nearby A7 crossing of the river. Transport Scotland has submitted plans to Scottish Borders Council to carry out extensive repairs to the bridge. In its proposal to the local authority, the roads agency claimed the bridge, was "structurally unsound". It once carried the old A7 but now only pedestrians and cyclists can use the bridge. Transport Scotland wants to remove the spandrel walls to build a new concrete saddle over the arches before rebuilding the structure.

Summary: Plans have been drawn up to repair an historic bridge which links two Borders towns.


The accident happened on the Foveran to Balmedie stretch near Hatterseat at about 13:20. Police Scotland said diversions were in place and urged motorists to avoid the area for the remainder of the evening. The female driver of a car also involved was taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for treatment for minor injuries. A collision investigation has been launched. Sgt Steve Manson said: "We would appeal for anyone who was in the area around the time of this collision and saw what happened to contact us."

Summary: Two HGV drivers have died in a collision on the A90 in Aberdeenshire.


A call for sewing volunteers was put out by the Afrika Eye Festival who said the response had been "overwhelming", with "yards of African fabric" donated. The Red Cross said it would help fund its work with Bristol's "vulnerable" refugees and asylum seekers. The quilt is on show at the Watershed and will be auctioned on Sunday. The quilting project was supervised by artist Gaie Delap and took about three months. The design is based on a traditional African method of weaving narrow strips of cloth, which are then sewn together in a "harmonious pattern". Ms Delap said quilts were "emblematic of resistance and conflict" and had a "strong history of women working together and being made in times of trouble and strife". The quilt is on display at the Watershed from Friday to Sunday. Anyone interested in bidding for it has until 16:00 GMT on Sunday.

Summary: A traditional African quilt has been made by women in Bristol to raise money for the British Red Cross and highlight its work with refugees in the city.


Media playback is not supported on this device They beat Romania's Florin Mergea and Horia Tecau 6-2 3-6 6-4. Nadal is also through to the semi-finals of the men's singles after beating Thomasz Bellucci of Brazil in three sets and will face Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina. Jack Sock and Steve Johnson of USA won bronze with a 6-2 6-4 win over Daniel Nestor and Vasek Popisil of Canada. Nadal said his partner was a close friend even though they had little experience of playing together. "It is a privilege to be able to share this moment with one of my best friends," said the 14-time Grand Slam winner. Nadal, who won men's singles gold in Beijing in 2008, could face Britain's Andy Murray in the singles final. The Scot faces Japan's Kei Nishikori in Saturday's other semi-final.

Summary: Spain's Rafael Nadal and good friend Marc Lopez won gold in the Olympic men's doubles in Rio.


The prince was given a tour of the Â£15m Moneypenny offices, which include a treehouse meeting room, its own village pub and a sun terrace. It has claimed to be the "happiest workplace in the UK". Prince Charles will later visit the RAF base where his son the Duke of Cambridge served. He will tour RAF Valley on Anglesey and meet cadets, pilots and engineers at the site, where William served a three-year tour with the RAF Search and Rescue Force. Friday's visits, which also include yogurt factory Village Dairy in Denbigh and the restored Plas Cadnant Hidden Gardens on Anglesey, make up the final day of the prince's Welsh summer tour.

Summary: Prince Charles listened in on a phone call when he officially opened the new headquarters of a telephone company in Wrexham.


Preston Flores was seriously burned in an incident in Bedford Avenue in April last year, which was believed to have involved petrol. He was transferred to a hospital in Edinburgh where he later died. The Crown said it was satisfied the cause of his death had been established, and no FAI was needed. A spokesman for the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service said: "Following careful consideration of all the factors involved in this case, independent Crown Counsel is satisfied that the cause of the death has been established and has decided not to hold a Fatal Accident Inquiry. "The family have been advised of the result of our investigation."

Summary: No Fatal Accident Inquiry will be held into the death of a seven-year-old boy from burns in Aberdeen, BBC Scotland has learned.


Sharp tops the British rankings and was expected to win the national trials at the weekend. But she faded in the closing stages in Sheffield and was overtaken by English athletes Adelle Tracey and Leah Barrow. The Great Britain team for the world championships in Portland, from 17-20 March, will be announced on Tuesday. However, Sharp would appear to be in pole position to get the second discretionary spot for the 800m. Guy Learmonth looks likely to miss out as he lost his men's title after being run down in the last few strides to finish third behind Jamie Webb and Spencer Thomas. Compatriot Chris O'Hare skipped the trials but will hope to be chosen for the 1,500m. Steph Twell and Jo Moultrie both achieved qualifying times for Portland as they completed a Scottish one-two in the 3,000m.

Summary: Scottish 800m record holder Lynsey Sharp faces an anxious wait to see if she will be selected for next month's World Indoor Championships.


The robbers stopped the Glasgow to London mail train at Sears Crossing in Buckinghamshire on 8 August, 1963, and stole Â£2.6m in used banknotes. The sign was given to Leslie Bowler, the Inspector of Signals for the then British Railways, and kept by his family, auctioneers Mullock's said. They estimate the sign will fetch up to Â£10,000 when it is sold next Tuesday. Mr Bowler was given the sign "shortly after the robbery" when the Sears Crossing signal box was decommissioned or refurbished, according to the auctioneers. The gang of robbers stopped the train at Sears Crossing by tampering with the signals. A glove was placed over the green light to hide it from the driver while the red light was connected to a small battery.

Summary: The sign from the crossing where the Great Train Robbery took place is to be auctioned in Shropshire.


Alistair Thompson, 43, left 44-year-old Alexander Powell needing surgery after the attack in Seaton Road last July. He was charged with attempted murder but admitted a reduced charge of assault to severe injury, permanent disfigurement and danger of life. At the High Court in Edinburgh, judge Lord Boyd of Duncansby told Thompson a significant sentence was required. Lord Boyd said a background report on the repeat offender showed that he had no remorse or sympathy for the victim. The judge ordered that Thompson should be under supervision for a further six-year period after his release for public protection. Defence counsel Edith Forrest told the court a report prepared on him "details a man who clearly has a chronic alcohol problem which undoubtedly is the root cause of most of his offending".

Summary: A man who carried out a stabbing attack in Aberdeen has been jailed for seven-and-a-half years.


Iain Turner, Adam Mekki, Erico Sousa, Sam Ilesanmi, Darren Askew and Tolani Omotola are all leaving the club. Cole Stockton, Jake Kirby, Mitch Duggan, Luke Pilling and Evan Gumbs have been offered contracts, while Steve McNulty has a new 12-month deal. Tranmere lost 3-1 to Forest Green Rovers in the National League play-off final at Wembley on 14 May. After extending 33-year-old defender McNulty's contract by a further year, Rovers, who were relegated out of the Football League at the end of the 2014-15 season, also plan to offer new terms to Lee Vaughan, Liam Ridehalgh, Michael Ihiekwe, Lois Maynard and Adam Buxton.

Summary: Tranmere have released six players after their failure to win promotion back to the Football League.


The ministry has asked Russia's supreme court to close the group's headquarters and stop its 175,000 Russian members sharing "extremist" literature. A spokesman for the group called the proposed ban "persecuting worshippers just for manifesting their faith". Some Russian regions have already shut down branches of Jehovah's Witnesses. According to the justice ministry, the Jehovah's Witnesses' activities "violate Russia's law on combating extremism". The authorities object to pamphlets deemed to incite hatred against other religious groups, mainly for proclaiming Jehovah's Witnesses as followers of the only "true" faith. One quotes the novelist Leo Tolstoy, describing the doctrine of the Russian Orthodox Church as superstition and sorcery, the BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from Moscow. The group was registered in Russia in 1991. Thousands of Jehovah's Witnesses were deported to Siberia during Joseph Stalin's 30-year reign of terror. Other Christian groups were also persecuted at the time.

Summary: Russia's justice ministry has called for a ban on the Jehovah's Witnesses, a Christian movement that zealously seeks converts and rejects military service.


The new positions at PRA Health Sciences have been backed by £990,000 funding from the Welsh government. The US company has had a base in the city since 1996 and already employs about 200 people. Economy Minister Edwina Hart said: "I am delighted that PRA is further expanding its operational centre in Swansea creating high skilled, graduate level employment. "It is also a superb endorsement of Wales as a great business location." The operation in Swansea collects, analyses and interprets data from clinical trials - with 5,000 employees in more than 50 offices across the world.

Summary: A clinical research company is creating 87 new graduate jobs in Swansea.


Patrick Delaney, of Twin Oaks Caravan Park, near Braintree in Essex, admitted religiously aggravated harassment of four Orthodox Jews - including a 13-year-old boy - on 6 January 2016. Wood Green Crown Court heard Delaney, 19, was intoxicated on nitrous oxide following a relationship break-up. He was jailed for six months for the attack in Tottenham Hale retail park. One victim told the court she was forced to take shelter in a nearby supermarket with her teenage son as Delaney, who was with two other men in a van, repeatedly yelled "Hitler" at her. Nobody was injured by the thrown gas canisters. Passing sentence, Judge John Dodd QC told the defendant his actions were unacceptable in "any civilised society". His sentencing comes as new figures showed anti-Semitic hate incidents reached record levels in the UK.

Summary: A teenager who yelled "heil Hitler" while throwing gas canisters at Jewish shoppers has been jailed.


Guedioura, 31, has made over 170 appearances since arriving in England in 2010 for Wolves, Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace, as well as Watford. He was linked with a move to Boro's Premier League rivals Hull City. Guedioura is the club's fourth January signing after forwards Rudy Gestede, Mikael Soisalo and Patrick Bamford. Gestede, 28, joined from Aston Villa, Soisalo, 18, made the switch from Finland's Ilves Tampere while Bamford, 23, has moved from Premier League leaders Chelsea. Middlesbrough are 15th in the Premier League table, two points above the relegation zone. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: Middlesbrough have signed Watford's Algeria midfielder Adlene Guedioura on a two-and-a-half-year contract for an undisclosed fee.


The Manchester-born 29-year-old was the joint leading wicket taker with 25 in the T20 Blast this summer as the Red Rose county lifted the trophy. Parry has five England caps and is currently with their T20 squad for the games against Pakistan in the UAE. He joins seam bowlers Kyle Jarvis, Tom Bailey and Gavin Griffiths in signing new deals at Old Trafford this week. "Stephen is a fantastic, international quality bowler and is also a great person to have in the dressing room," said cricket director and head coach Ashley Giles. "He's a person who embodies what it means to be a Lancashire player and his experience is of great benefit to the younger guys in the dressing room."

Summary: England limited-overs spinner Stephen Parry has agreed a new long-term contract to stay at Lancashire.


Crews were called to the fire at the four-storey block in Ottawa Crescent at about 17:40 on Thursday. A woman, two children and two men were rescued from the upper-floors and given care until paramedics arrived. The men were treated in hospital for the effects of smoke inhalation. The woman and children were refereed for precautionary check-ups. After the blaze was extinguished, residents were able to return to six of the building's eight flats. The fire service and Police Scotland are conducting a joint investigation into the cause of the blaze.

Summary: Firefighters have rescued five people from a blaze at a block of flats in Dalmuir, West Dunbartonshire.


The rising cost of electricity, in particular, has pushed the rate to its highest level since November 2003. The country's central bank targets an inflation rate of 4.5% and has raised interest rates to 14.25% - among the highest of major economies - to combat rising prices. High inflation is compounding Brazil's economic woes. According to the International Monetary Fund, the country's economy is set to shrink by 1.5% this year. Weaker demand for Brazil's commodities, particularly from the slowing Chinese economy, is the main reason behind the slowdown. The country's President, Dilma Rousseff, is also trying to force through measures to cut the country's deficit by cutting spending and raising taxes. Brazil is currently the world's seventh largest economy.

Summary: Inflation in Brazil has hit a 12-year high of 9.56%, official figures have shown.


It is believed the man, a foreign national, was crushed by a road roller while laying a new road surface on Bog Road outside Forkhill on Wednesday afternoon. Police and the Health and Safety Executive are investigating. The road is understood to be regularly used by children walking to and from a local school. The school was informed and alternative arrangements put in place on Wednesday.

Summary: A road worker has died following an accident in County Armagh.


The 28-year-old is a former Australian NRL Rookie of the Year award winner. Sydney-born Mortimer, who has also played for Sydney Roosters, Gold Coast Titans and Cronulla Sharks, began his career at Parramatta Eels in 2009. "My friend, Salford's Marwan Koukash, tipped me on Daniel and the possibility of getting him over early," Leigh owner Derek Beaumont told the club website. Mortimer added: "I have been following Leigh closely now for the past six weeks and I hope I can play a significant role for the club between now and season's end. "Playing overseas has always been an attraction and I am lucky that a great club like Leigh took the initiative to recruit me." In addition, Wales international forward Sam Hopkins, 27, has agreed a new three-year contract with Leigh.

Summary: Super League club Leigh Centurions have signed stand-off Daniel Mortimer until the end of the 2019 season.


Fifteen crew members from Dorset Fire and Rescue Service pulled the pair out of the water in Factory Lane, Duntish at about 08:45 BST. A vet was at the scene to sedate the horses, one of whom was called Elvis, while crews had to cut away undergrowth to reach them. The horses are now said to be "recovering well" in a nearby field.

Summary: Two horses were rescued after falling into a pool in west Dorset.


The Attenborough Wildlife Reserve near Nottingham, run by the Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, is home to one of the UK's largest heronries. Conservationists have worked to restore reed beds in the hope of providing bitterns and herons with a safer place to breed. The reserve was opened by Sir David Attenborough in 1966. Wildlife ranger Tim Sexton took on a challenge in 2015 to identify more than 1,000 different organisms at the reserve within one year. Mr Sexton said although there were many successes over the past years, the reserve was still in danger of losing some species, such as cuckoos, skylark, meadow pipits and common blue butterflies. Nottinghamshire wildlife artist Michael Warren will be exhibiting artwork at the nature centre during the anniversary, including 14 commissioned pieces featuring Attenborough and other Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust reserves. A dawn chorus walk is planned for the anniversary weekend along with a nature walk.

Summary: A nature reserve famous for its herons and bitterns is celebrating its 50th anniversary.


The victim was pronounced dead at the scene in Dashwood Avenue, High Wycombe, early on Monday morning. Ashan Hassan, 28, of Dashwood Avenue, has been charged with murder and Usman Ansar, 40, of the same road, has been charged with assisting an offender. Thames Valley Police believe the victim is Zofia Sadowska, 20, from High Wycombe. The force said formal identification had not yet taken place but they were satisfied of her identity. Both men are due to appear before magistrates in High Wycombe later.

Summary: Two men have been charged following the death of a woman at a property in Buckinghamshire.


Kent Police confirmed officers had sent the file to its lawyers following an investigation. Mr Mackinlay beat Nigel Farage in the seat of South Thanet two years ago. The CPS will decide whether any charges should be brought against either Mr Mackinlay or his agent. Mr Mackinlay said he had done nothing wrong. In a statement, the MP added: "I have... acted honestly and properly throughout." Mr Mackinlay has said he plans to stand again in the seat in this year's general election. Police said officers investigating offences under the Representation of the People's Act 1983 submitted the file to the CPS earlier this month. The CPS confirmed it had received a file but did not comment further.

Summary: Police investigating the 2015 General Election expenses of Conservative MP Craig Mackinlay have sent a file to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).


The pair are accused of offences under the Proceeds of Crime Act. Brenn Walters and Terri Robinson, both from Enfield, are due to appear before Westminster magistrates later this month. Nine people already charged in connection with the heist have appeared in court. Police said a further three individuals, a man and two women, have also been interviewed under caution. Mr Walters, 43, also known as Ben Perkins, of Manor Court, and Ms Robinson, 35, of Sterling Road, are due to appear in court on 27 August. Items believed to be worth more than Â£10m were taken in the raid at Hatton Garden Safe Deposit Company in London's jewellery quarter over the Easter weekend. Thieves broke into the vault and ransacked 73 safety deposit boxes. Arrests followed in May and June after police raided addresses across London and Kent.

Summary: A man and woman have been charged in connection with the Hatton Garden safety deposit box raid at Easter, the Metropolitan Police have said.


A new critical care unit is due to open in July as part of the Â£77m modernisation which began four years ago at the hospital in Bodelwyddan. A new emergency unit and nine operating theatres have already opened. In the autumn the main entrance will re-open with a new discharge lounge and reception. There will also be a new urology day unit and fracture and orthopaedic clinic. Bosses say there will be "intricate temporary relocations" to allow for the work. The temporary current front entrance (Entrance C) will switch to the ward 14 entrance with the discharge area moved to the North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre. Therapies services are being moved permanently to Rhyl's Royal Alexandra Hospital which is also being modernised.

Summary: Health services at Denbighshire's Glan Clwyd Hospital are being moved to allow the next phase of a multimillion pound upgrade.


The 27-year-old, who joined the Cherries in May 2014, will remain at the club until at least 2021. He made 34 Premier League appearances in 2016-17, scoring three times. Manager Eddie Howe said: "Despite only being 27, Dan also has plenty of Premier League experience and that is crucial for a team that is still relatively new to the division." Gosling began his career at Plymouth before spells with Everton and Newcastle. "I've really enjoyed my three years here," Gosling told Bournemouth's website. "In that time we have gained promotion and spent two years in the Premier League, so it couldn't have gone any better." Gosling's new contract comes after Bournemouth signing Chelsea defender Nathan Ake for a club record fee, understood to be in the region of £20m, England striker Jermain Defoe on a free transfer from Sunderland, and Chelsea goalkeeper Asmir Begovic for an undisclosed fee.

Summary: Bournemouth midfielder Dan Gosling has signed a new four-year contract with the Premier League side.


Put into bat after an uncontested toss, Kent openers Daniel Bell-Drummond (38) and Sean Dickson (41) made a solid start, reaching 83 without loss. But Luis Reece (3-38) and Will Davis (3-59) struck to reduce Kent to 114-5. Sam Northeast (32) and Wayne Parnell (41) rallied before Adam Rouse and James Harris reached stumps at 238-8 with bad light seeing nine overs lost. After overcoming cloudy bowler-friendly conditions, a number of Kent batsmen made starts, but none went on to make a half-century. Reece was their main opposition, dismissing Bell-Drummond, Northeast and Parnell with some probing lines before Rouse (27 not out) and Harris (21 not out) put on a valuable stand of 35 in the fading light.

Summary: Derbyshire chipped away with regular wickets to prevent Kent from getting a foothold at Canterbury on day one.


The 24-year-old died after an assault at a house on Bangor Road in the town at about 05:30 GMT on Sunday. Mr Miskelly was found lying on the road. He was treated by ambulance staff, but died at the scene a short time later. Two 19-year-olds were arrested on suspicion of his murder and remain in custody. Police said a post mortem examination would be carried out to help determine what caused his death. The officer leading the investigation, Det Ch Insp Justyn Galloway, said the incident had resulted in the "tragic death" of a young man. "I would like to thank the local community for their support in this investigation," he said. "I would appeal to anyone who has any information that they think could help but hasn't yet contacted us to get in touch with detectives."

Summary: Two men are still being questioned over the murder of Newtownards man Richard Miskelly.


Barnaby Cork, from Thame, was struck by a car outside a sports centre on the town's Oxford Road shortly before 10:30 GMT on Saturday. He died on his way to hospital. In a statement, his family said: "We're truly devastated at the loss of our precious Barnaby. We're absolutely heartbroken." They added: "There's no words that can even begin to describe the sadness we're experiencing now that Barnaby isn't with us. He was our world." Police have appealed for witnesses to the accident. Barnaby's family added: "We are so very very lucky to have such close and strong family, as well as such great friends and neighbours, and your support means everything to us. "We know the people of Thame have us in their thoughts and prayers and this gives us strength when we need it the most."

Summary: The family of a four-year-old boy who died after being knocked down by a car in Oxfordshire have said they are "absolutely heartbroken".


Chambers is ill so he and lightweight pair team-mate Will Fletcher will be absent from the event in Poland. Illness has also affected GB's women's quadruple sculls team so Nixon, Bethany Bryan, Mathilda Hodgkins-Byrne and Jess Leyden will not be in action. Rebecca Shorten will compete in the women's eight with Joel Cassells in the lightweight pair. After winning gold in the opening World Cup regatta in Belgrade in early May, Chambers and Fletcher finished a disappointing sixth in the European Championships three weeks later. Nixon and her British team-mates did clinch bronze at the European Championships with Shorten and Cassells' boats having to be content with fourth-place finishes.

Summary: Northern Ireland rowers Peter Chambers and Holly Nixon will both miss this weekend's World Cup regatta in Poznan.


The 90-year-old pet went missing when he wound up in a bin bag and was taken away. The council tracked the bin lorry to the dump using GPS and used heat sensing cameras to find him. They had to look through 1,000 bags of stinky rubbish but after a slow and smelly search they finally found him. The lucky tortoise is now resting at home after being reunited with his owner Sarah Joiner. After his smelly adventure Zuma is planning to take it slow and steady from now on.

Summary: Zuma the tortoise took un unexpected journey and ended up in piles of rubbish.


Smith, 26, has made 113 appearances for the club since joining them on a permanent basis from Tottenham in 2014, having also spent the 2010-11 season on loan with the Cherries. "There is nowhere else I want to be at the moment," he told the club website. Manager Eddie Howe said: "When we first brought Adam to the club we believed he had huge potential. Adam has taken his opportunity."

Summary: Right-back Adam Smith has signed a new four-year deal at Bournemouth.


South Birmingham Community Credit Union Ltd (SBCCU), also known as Communisave, operated in south Birmingham, Bromsgrove and Redditch. Liquidators Baker Tilly said "certain matters" surrounding the winding up are "subject to on-going investigations". Deposits and savings will be protected under the Financial Services Compensation Scheme, liquidators said. SBCCU has also been affected by a lack of growth in the loan book, an increase in bad debts and a fall in its investment income, a spokesperson said. Following the winding-up order the credit union will no longer able to accept deposits, allow members to withdraw money or make loans. Guy Mander, joint liquidator, said they will write to all affected savers.

Summary: A credit union with more than 2,000 members in Birmingham has gone into liquidation.


Groove CairnGorm, is being held on 11 and 12 March in conjunction with the CairnGorm Mountain ski centre. The music event will be based at Badaguish Outdoor Centre, near Aviemore, but will also see performances at the ski resort. The Scottish Freestyle Championships are due to take place on the same weekend at CairnGorm Mountain. Lined up for Groove CairnGorm are Niteworks, a band from Skye, and hip hop acts DJ Grandmaster Flash and Spring Break. Also due to perform are The Cuban Brothers, Prides, DJ Monki and The Elephant Sessions. The organisers of the new music festival hope to make it a regular event along the lines of continental Europe's snowsports music festivals Snowbombing and Snowboxx.

Summary: Final preparations have begun for what has been described as the UK's first snowsports music festival.


O'Sullivan made just three appearances for Cardiff's first team after coming through the club's academy system. The 22-year-old had two loan spells with Newport last season, scoring one goal in 22 games. He is the second Cardiff player to join Colchester this month, following the arrival of striker Eli Phipps. "I had a chat with the manager at Cardiff and there wasn't a way through for me there," he told BBC Essex. "I'm here to play first team football as anything else would be a backwards step. "I was on loan at Newport last season and what is there compared to the facilities here is much better with the training ground and the stadium" Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: League Two side Colchester United have signed Cardiff City midfielder Tommy O'Sullivan for an undisclosed fee on a deal until June 2018.


Media playback is not supported on this device Lancashire side Haydock are the first ever eighth-tier side to reach this stage of the competition. Oldham have lost three of their first four league games so far this season. More than 40,000 people watched Toronto Wolfpack's first ever game as they edged past Siddal in round three. Friday, 17 March London Broncos v Toronto Wolfpack (20:00 GMT) Dewsbury Rams v Newcastle Thunder (20:00 GMT) Saturday, 18 March Toulouse Olympique XIII v Batley Bulldogs (14:30 GMT) Swinton Lions v London Skolars (15:00 GMT) Barrow Raiders v Keighley Cougars (18:30 GMT) Sunday, March 19 (15:00 GMT unless stated) Whitehaven v Oxford (14:00 GMT) Hull Kingston Rovers v Sheffield Eagles Bradford Bulls v Featherstone Rovers University of Gloucestershire All Golds v Doncaster York City Knights v Rochdale Hornets Halifax v Hunslet

Summary: North West Men's League champions Haydock will travel to Championship side Oldham Roughyeds in BBC Sport's live-streamed Challenge Cup fourth-round tie on Saturday, 18 March.


The two Championship sides went into the game winless in the Qualifiers, and Wayne Reittie went over to give Batley an early lead. Luke Briscoe and James Duckworth tries put Featherstone 10-4 up, before Brambani reduced the deficit to five. Patrick Walker's penalty further closed the gap after half-time, before Reittie's second try won it. Batley: Scott, Reittie, Squires, Ulugia, Brown, Walker, Brambani, Hirst, Leek, Rowe, Day, Bretherton, Gledhill. Replacements: Smeaton, Lillycrop, Blake, Brown. Featherstone: Hardman, Duckworth, Briscoe, Taulapapa, Foster, Craven, Thackeray, Griffin, Ellis, Baldwinson, Walters, Spears, Ormondroyd. Replacements: Day, Knowles-Tagg, Cooper, Snitch.

Summary: Dominic Brambani's first-half drop-goal proved crucial as Batley Bulldogs edged past Featherstone Rovers.


Dennis, 26, spent this season on loan at National League side Macclesfield, scoring 23 goals in 39 appearances. He told the club website: "I'm buzzing and hopefully I can repay the faith shown in me. I believe in my ability and anything can happen if someone believes in you." The League One side have not disclosed the length of the player's deal. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Chesterfield have signed Stockport County striker Kristian Dennis on a free transfer.


Race organiser Jimmy Lee said 700 people took part in the 54th Viking race, which was held on the Isle of Man. The annual event, first held in 1963, saw crews of 10 people row authentic longboats in a 1,312ft (400m) sprint in Peel Bay. It was the first time the RL360 Young Farmers Netball Girls, who are based on the island, have won the title. Whitehouse Young Vikings Again had the quickest time with one minute 59 seconds but Young Farmers Netball Girls won after handicaps were calculated. Mr Lee said hundreds of spectators turned out to watch the "incredible spectacle" which was "as competitive as ever for bragging rights". Each team had to complete at least two practice runs in order to compete in the World Championship race, with each member using an 11ft (3.3m) oar.

Summary: A netball team have been crowned this year's Viking Longboat World Champions.


In April, the force set up Intervene to Protect a Child, to recognise the signs that someone may be sexually abusing or exploiting children. It also helps officers to be aware of clues which may indicate a child is at risk. Durham Police has been hosting events for other forces and health and education workers across the UK. In April, the force set up Intervene to Protect a Child with Mentor Forensic Services to recognise the signs that someone may be sexually abusing or exploiting children. The force said PCSOs had identified suspicious behaviour after attending the training and had "safeguarded children as a result".

Summary: A Durham Police scheme aimed at tackling child exploitation is being rolled out nationally.


Mohammed Ammer Ali, 31, is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court in central London on Tuesday. He was arrested on Wednesday, when officers from North West Counter Terrorism Unit and Merseyside Police searched five Merseyside addresses. Officers have uncovered no plan or threat of an imminent attack either at home or abroad, police said. The suspect is accused of attempting to have a chemical weapon in his possession between January 10 and February 12, contrary to the Criminal Attempts Act 1981 and the Chemical Weapons Act 1996.

Summary: A man from Liverpool has been charged with attempting to obtain a chemical weapon, police have said.


The Welsh government and universities have pledged £10m, with £7m of EU cash. This is on top of a £50m scheme to bring world-leading scientists here, which has seen four appointments. Economy and Science Minister Edwina Hart said: "Science underpins innovation and technology development, which is essential for economic growth and creating high-quality jobs." These research fellows will work with researchers based at Cardiff, Swansea, Aberystwyth and Bangor universities, as well as the University of South Wales. Prof Richard B Davies, vice-chancellor of Swansea University, said: "The funding provides a timely opportunity for Welsh universities to build upon the excellent science base we already have by attracting experienced research fellows from other countries."

Summary: Funding of £17m will be used to attract up to 90 researchers from across Europe to work at Welsh universities.


Michael England, 57, from Cheltenham, who was originally from New Zealand, died on 14 June at Aston Down Airfield near Stroud. Gloucester Coroners' Court heard he had suffered from depression and left a letter at home saying: "Like my father, I am now writing a suicide note". Coroner Katy Skerrett recorded a verdict of suicide. The court heard Mr England, of School Road, Charlton Kings, was a relatively experienced pilot and was a member of the Cotswold Gliding Club. He took to the skies in a club glider and circled the airfield seven or eight times before the crash. He deliberately made a near-vertical dive at high speed onto an old hangar next to the airfield, and died from multiple injuries, the court was told. Mr England had previously attempted suicide in 2006.

Summary: A depressed pilot deliberately nose-dived his glider into the ground at a Cotswolds airfield, an inquest heard.


The body of 59-year-old Fiona Southwell was found at Grange Farm in Goxhill Lane, near Seaton, at about 19:00 BST on Friday. A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is being held in police custody. Her death is being treated as "suspicious", Humberside Police said. Det Ch Insp Tony Cockeril appealed for witnesses to come forward. He particularly wants to speak to anyone who may have used an old railway track which runs past the farm on Friday. It runs between Hull and Hornsea. He said: "The track passes the farm and is well used by cyclists and walkers and would urge people using the track to call us think if they can help. "Your information no matter how small could hold the key to establishing the circumstances of Fiona Southwell's death."

Summary: A murder investigation has been launched after the body of a woman was discovered at a farm in East Yorkshire.


The scheme on Great Patrick Street has been bought by London-based Olympian Group. It had been owned by Yorkshire-based Patton Developments, which got the scheme through planning in January. The sale price has not been disclosed. Construction is expected to begin in July 2016. Simon Murray-Twinn, Chief Executive Officer of Olympian Homes, said the company was "excited to be bringing forward [the development]". He said it would contribute to the regeneration of "this much neglected area of the city centre".

Summary: A student housing scheme in Belfast, which recently received planning permission, has been sold.


Conlon gave the visitors the lead when he powered a left-foot shot into the top corner from the edge of the box. Aaron O'Connor set up Conlon to tap in his second, before Billy Paynter's volley reduced the deficit for Pools. Paynter had a shot cleared off the line as the hosts pushed for an equaliser, but Boro held on for their first win under caretaker manager Darren Sarll. Stevenage move 11 points clear of the relegation places, while the home side remain second from bottom, four points adrift of safety.

Summary: Two goals from Tom Conlon helped Stevenage end a nine-match winless run by beating Hartlepool in League Two.


Elections for police and crime commissioners were held in 40 police force areas of England and Wales on 5 May 2016. BBC News App users: tap here to see results. Turnout: 29.4% (+13.4) Second preference votes are only used if no candidate receives more than 50% of first preference votes. The top two candidates then receive the second preferences from their eliminated opponents. More information is available on the Choose my PCC website.

Summary: Independent Martin Surl has been re-elected as police and crime commissioner for Gloucestershire.


The project will involve replacing pieces of the 120-year-old timber at Swanage Pier. The Swanage Pier Trust, which owns and operates the pier, said a new visitor centre also featured in the plans. The trust has been allocated £893,800 in Heritage Lottery Funding for the project. It has until November to raise the remaining £900,000. According to the trust, the Victorian pier - which is one of only 14 remaining timber piers in the country - attracts about 125,000 people each year. Members of the public have been asked to share their views on the plans, which are on display at the Pierhead Watersports building on Swanage Pier until 8 April.

Summary: Plans for a £1.7m revamp of a Grade II listed pier in Dorset have gone on display.


More than 4,000 officers have been mobilised in the search for 20-year-old Yuta Sugimoto. The suspect is reported to have escaped after giving his guard the slip during a visit to the prosecutors' office in Kawasaki for a meeting with his lawyer. The escape has alarmed residents and schoolchildren have been told not to venture out alone, reports say. Yuta Sugimoto was being questioned on suspicion of being part of a gang that raped and robbed a woman on the streets of Kawasaki on 2 January. He was able to escape his guards after requesting his bindings be loosened while he went to the toilet, Japanese media report. As well as 4,000 officers, police have also reportedly deployed 850 vehicles, sniffer dogs, helicopters and boats in the manhunt.

Summary: Japanese police have launched a nationwide manhunt for a rape suspect who escaped south of Tokyo.


Sark Astronomy Society has been raising money to build it since the island was designated as the World's First Dark Sky Island in 2011. The specially-designed wooden building houses several telescopes, star charts and books. It was officially opened by Dr Marek Kukula, public astronomer from the Royal Observatory Greenwich. A rich Milky Way is visible on Sark thanks to its offshore location, low use of residential and commercial electricity and its striking absence of public street lights, according to the International Dark Sky Association. The observatory, which has a fully retractable roof, lies near The Mill in a high position. Annie Dachinger, of the Sark Astronomy Society, described it s a "mega day" and said everyone there was "buzzing." "I think we are beginning to get more and more professional astronomers and now we have the observatory, that's very much better for them," she said.

Summary: An astronomical observatory has officially opened on the "dark sky island" of Sark.


Hughes, 25, made his Dragons debut in 2010 and appeared 80 times for the region before leaving in February 2014 to join Bristol. He moved to Exeter Chiefs on a two-year deal in June 2014 and made 10 appearances for the English Premiership side. "It's great to be back at Rodney Parade and at the Newport Gwent Dragons," Hughes said. "I noticed that the Dragons were suffering with injuries in the centre and I felt that with the return of the internationals at the Chiefs my opportunity to start was slightly shunted. "So I made the decision to come here on loan and play some rugby."

Summary: Former Wales Under-20 centre Adam Hughes has returned to Newport Gwent Dragons on a three-month loan from Exeter Chiefs.


Bangor University is asking beach walkers to help fill knowledge gaps about the environmental conditions required for Arenicola marina - or lugworms - to mate. Experts say they spend their lives burrowed so opportunities to find a mate are limited. They are a vital source of food for birds and fish and can be used as bait. The males release sperm which collects on the surface of the sand - when the tide comes in, it is washed down into the burrows of the females and fertilises her eggs. Specific environmental conditions are needed to trigger the release of the sperm and the egg at the same time and very little is known about the process. One 'Spermwatch' event is being held at Llanfairfechan, Conwy county, on Saturday.

Summary: "Citizen scientists" are being asked to look out for signs of passion in the lugworm community.


Stewie's owner, Robin Hendrickson, said the pet died on Monday evening after having cancer for a year. The cat, of Reno, Nevada, was awarded the record, measured from the tip of the nose to the end of the tail, by the Guinness Book of Records in 2010. Stewie was a certified therapy animal that frequently visited a local senior centre near his home. Ms Hendrickson said: "Stewie was always very social and loved meeting new people. He has touched many lives, and for that I am grateful." He was also the record-holder for world's longest cat tail.

Summary: The world's longest domestic cat, a 48.5in (1.23m) Maine Coon named Stewie, has died at the age of eight.


Two Kyle Good goals levelled the contest and while South Africa regained the lead, Chris Cargo's strike earned the Irish a draw. Keeper Jamie Carr had a fine game for the Irish who face Canada on Wednesday. Ireland's women beat Spain 3-2 on Monday with Chloe Watkins, Naomi Carroll and Zoe Wilson on target. The Irish women were beaten 3-0 and 2-1 by Spain in their opening two games in the four-match series and the final meeting between the countries takes place on Tuesday morning in Valencia. Ireland's men will face the Canadians on Wednesday and Thursday before next weekend's two contests against Belgium. The matches are part of Ireland's preparations for their challenge at the Olympic Games in Rio in August. Ireland opened their series of games in South Africa by earning a 2-0 win over Canada before drawing 1-1 against the same opposition on Saturday.

Summary: Ireland's men fought back from 2-0 down to earn a 3-3 draw against South Africa in the latest in their series of internationals in Cape Town.


Wythenshawe Hall, which is owned by Manchester City Council, was partially destroyed by the blaze, which was tackled by 50 firefighters at its height on 15 March 2016. Jeremy Taylor, 28, of Cheadle Hulme, pleaded guilty to arson at Manchester Crown Court. He was remanded in custody for sentencing on 18 August. The roof and upper floor of the Grade II timber-framed hall, which was built in 1540, were gutted in the fire. Refusing a bail application, Judge Martin Rutland told Taylor: "It is inappropriate for you to be at large having pleaded guilty." The judge said arson was an extremely serious offence and the property in question was a unique building where a huge amount of damage had been caused.

Summary: A man has admitted setting fire to a 16th Century Tudor mansion in Greater Manchester.


Harvey Lloyd was conferred a British Empire Medal for services to mountain rescue, mountaineering and heritage in Wales. He was a member of Llanberis Mountain Rescue team in the 1970s until the 1990s, rescuing walkers off Snowdon. Meanwhile Clara Jones, from Llangefni, Anglesey, 74, was appointed an MBE for services to the Women's Institute. Commenting on the honour, Llanberis Mountain Rescue team secretary Phil Benbow said Mr Lloyd had helped make the team a success. At the time of his involvement, the volunteers rescued about 50 people a year from the areas around Snowdonia National Park. Last year it attended 270 incidents, which Mr Benbow said was down to the increasing popularity of Snowdon as a visitor and hiking attraction. He said: "Harvey was a well respected and highly regarded member of the team when he was living in the area, and contributed to the great success of the team."

Summary: A mountain rescue volunteer from Caernarfon has been recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours list.


The former Aberconwy assembly member beat independent Goronwy Edwards by one vote, but no one party has a big enough majority to secure overall control. Mr Jones said he wanted to involve all the political groups on the council in the running of the authority. He said the aftermath of the election was about "spending money wisely" and "not about politics". "Coalitions shunt others to a position outside the ruling body. It's not right to keep any group out of office," Mr Jones said. "We need to develop an inclusive style of administration which respects what the people of Conwy voted for." Mr Jones later admitted it was possible not all political parties would be able to take part in an administration, but said the offer would be extended to all parties. Previous leader Dilwyn Roberts stepped down and retired as a councillor before May's local elections.

Summary: Conwy council has elected Plaid Cymru's Gareth Jones as its leader.


The flight lasted about an hour and a half and a massive rocket helped to blast the two tonne craft into space. The space plane successfully landed in the Pacific Ocean, and the director-general of the ESA said that the test "couldn't have gone better." Scientists launched the craft to learn how to overcome the problems they face when trying to come back to Earth. When spacecrafts re-enter the Earth's atmosphere, the air slows down the space ship causing friction. This friction then causes the craft to heat up, and could be quite dangerous for the mini-plane. On its return to Earth the surface of the mini-space shuttle reached temperatures of 1,700 degrees Celsius. The ESA hope that this test will help improve how space shuttles re-enter the Earth's atmosphere allowing them to be re-used more than once.

Summary: The Europe Space Agency (ESA) has successfully completed its first test flight of a new space plane.


Casey Scott, 29, of Drummond Road, Skegness, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Crown Court to killing 28-year-old Lenuta Ioana Haidemac in July 2016. The body of Miss Haidemac, who lived in Lincoln, was discovered on 22 July at a house in Drummond Road after she was reported missing to police. Scott was remanded into custody as his sentencing was adjourned to a date to be fixed. A spokeswoman for Lincolnshire Police said the force would not be commenting on the case until after the sentencing.

Summary: A man has admitted murdering a woman found dead at a house in Skegness.


The Scots held New Zealand to an 18-18 draw in the recent Four Nations, becoming the first side from outside the top three to avoid defeat by the Kiwis, Australia or England since 1990. Australia usurp New Zealand as world number one after hammering their rivals 34-8 in the Four Nations final. England stay third, with Ireland eighth and Wales ninth. USA and Canada, who have been jointly awarded the 2025 World Cup, appear in the top 12 nations for the first time at 10th and 12th respectively.

Summary: Scotland have risen five places to an all-time high of fourth in the rugby league world rankings.


Falcao, at Old Trafford on a season's loan from Monaco, drew level with Arnoldo Iguaran's record by scoring a penalty in a 3-1 win over Kuwait. It was his third goal in two friendlies in the Middle East, having hit two in Thursday's 6-0 win against Bahrain. The 29-year-old has four goals in 22 games for United so far this season. Colombia, who are warming up for the Copa America to be played in in Chile from June, took the lead with an Abel Aguilar volley in the 22nd minute. Kuwait defender Mesaed Al Enezi equalised at a corner on the stroke of half-time, before substitute Edwin Cardona and Falcao sealed the win for Jose Pekerman's side. Falcao's loan deal at United, worth £265,000 per week, expires at the end of the season, when the club must decide whether to take up a £43.5m option to buy him.

Summary: On-loan Manchester United striker Radamel Falcao has equalled Colombia's national scoring record with his 24th goal for his country.


Former Dundee United teammates David Goodwillie and David Robertson were ordered to pay damages to Denise Clair following a hearing in January. Judge Lord Armstrong ruled the men should pay Ms Clair Â£100,000. But the finding has now been put on hold for eight weeks while lawyers apply for legal aid to fund the appeal. Ms Clair, who previously waived her right to anonymity, sued Goodwillie and Robertson at the Court of Session after the Crown decided not to prosecute. She said the two men raped her at a flat in West Lothian in January 2011. The mother-of-one maintained she was incapable of giving free agreement to sex because of her alcohol consumption. Goodwillie and Robertson claimed that intercourse had been consensual, but Lord Armstrong said Ms Clair's evidence was "cogent, persuasive and compelling" and ruled against them.

Summary: Two footballers branded rapists by a judge in a civil action have begun an appeal which could lead to a full legal challenge against the finding.


The noted arranger died at his home in Malibu, California on Friday following a long period of ill-health. Lindsey was musical director for Garland's performances at New York's Carnegie Hall that led to the Grammy-winning album Judy At Carnegie Hall. An Emmy followed for Streisand's TV concert A Happening In Central Park. Judy At Carnegie Hall, a live recording of the Wizard of Oz star's concert on 23 April 1961, spent 12 weeks at the top of the Billboard chart and went on to win four Grammy awards. Lindsey went on to work with Liza Minnelli, Garland's daughter, on her televised Liza With A Z concert. The New Jersey native spent 25 years as musical director for The Merv Griffin Show, earning two Emmy nominations in the process. As a composer, his credits include Garland's 1963 film I Could Go on Singing and Albert Brooks' 1979 comedy Real Life.

Summary: Mort Lindsey, the orchestra leader and composer celebrated in the US for his work with Judy Garland and Barbra Streisand, has died at the age of 89.


The Findhorn Bay Local Nature Reserve management committee has put the voluntary system in place after lengthy negotiations between interested parties. Mondays will now see no shooting, in addition to Sundays. The season starts on 1 September and runs to 20 February. Lisa Mead, of Friends of Findhorn Bay (FFB), said: "This is a step in the right direction, which FFB went along with in the hope that it will bring some relief to the dire situation on Findhorn Bay during the next shooting season. "However, we feel it is still unfair to local residents, especially those living in Kinloss, who will still be woken up extremely early in the morning by shotgun fire, five days per week for six months of the year." The British Association of Shooting and Conservation has not yet commented. A report on the issue is going to Moray Council's economic development committee in September.

Summary: A new shooting permit system for wildfowl shooting in a Moray nature reserve has been described as "step in the right direction" by campaigners.


Full-back Dykes, 29, is one of the Vixens' longest-serving players, having joined from Cardiff City Ladies in 2008 after a spell at Llanelli Reds. "I had a tough time with injury during the Spring Series but I am back fit now and raring to go," Dykes told the club's official website. "I've been here for a long time and I love this environment." She is the fifth player to commit her future to the club in the last few weeks, after goalkeeper Caitlin Leach and midfield trio Jasmine Matthews, Millie Turner and Chloe Arthur all signed new deals. Bristol City finished in eighth place in the Women's Super League Spring Series this year, winning one match.

Summary: Wales international Loren Dykes has signed a new contract with Bristol City Women.


The precise size of Crescent Capital's investment has not been disclosed, but it is described as "multi-million". Belfast Power is proposing to build a 480MW gas-fired station in the Belfast Harbour Estate. A recent filing shows a Crescent Capital fund holds 1200 preferred shares in Belfast Power. Belfast Power Holdings controls 4000 shares. A director of Belfast Power, Ciaran Devine, said the investment marks a "significant milestone" in the project. He added that the design of the power station is being finalised and a planning application will be submitted in the coming weeks. Evermore Energy has previously developed a 16MW biomass power station at Lisahally in Londonderry. Crescent Capital's previous investments include Andor Technology, Balcas and PathXL.

Summary: Northern Ireland's largest local venture capital fund, Crescent Capital, has invested in the firm behind a planned new power station in Belfast.


Gary Wood, 42, was struck on Seaham Road in Houghton, the street where he lived, at about 21:40 BST on 2 June. He was taken to hospital in a critical condition and died on Wednesday. Police said two cars were believed to be in convoy and both left the scene. Liam Carr, of Langdon Road, Newcastle, appeared at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court on Thursday charged with death by dangerous driving. The 19-year-old is also accused of failing to stop at an accident and perverting the course of justice. A second man, 38-year-old Gareth Bainbridge of School Road, Houghton, appeared before magistrates charged with assisting an offender. The pair were remanded in custody to appear at Newcastle Crown Court on 6 July.

Summary: A man has died in hospital five days after being hit by a car in Sunderland.


She is charged with a number of drug offences. Police said the woman was arrested in Birmingham on Wednesday. She is due to appear at Newtownards Magistrates' Court on Saturday. The woman is one of a number of people who have been charged in connection with the police investigation. The officer leading the investigation, Det Insp Andy Dunlop, said: "There are more arrests to follow. This investigation is complex, but we are vigorously pursuing all lines of inquiry to gather all evidence against those allegedly involved. This is the ninth person to be charged in connection with this investigation." Police have carried out searches at more than 20 addresses since 25 March. Searches have taken place in Belfast, Greenisland, Bangor, Newtownards and Ballywalter. The PSNI is working with the National Crime Agency and Italian Carabinieri as part of the operation.

Summary: A 24-year-old woman has been charged in connection with a police investigation into an international drugs trafficking operation.


The sixth edition of the Big Burns Supper runs until 29 January. Lulu will help kick off proceedings at the Easterbrook Hall on Friday night with Nicola Benedetti, King Creosote and many other acts to follow. A Burns Night Carnival is also planned for Sunday which will see thousands of people take to the streets. The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, Charlie Landsborough, Seth Lakeman and Hackney Colliery Band are other acts involved this year. Eddi Reader, Sean Hughes, the Peatbog Faeries, Emily Smith, Paul Foot and Dervish are also taking part. The festival sees the return of the Le Haggis cabaret show which is now in its fourth edition. Earlier this year, the festival announced a venue switch to the Crichton site with the end of the use of the Spiegeltent in Dumfries town centre. Organisers have said the programme will hopefully offer "something for everybody".

Summary: A 10-day festival of music, theatre and comedy dubbed the world's biggest Burns Night celebration is getting under way in Dumfries.


The woman could face two days' suspension without pay from the Guardia Civil, Spain's military force, El Pais newspaper reported. She was in a patrol car in Barcelona on 8 March - International Women's Day - but rushed off to a toilet for 5-10 minutes because she was menstruating. An officer reported her for doing so. A witness quoted by El Pais said the policewoman explained her brief absence to the officer, a lieutenant, who shouted at her: "Don't tell me fibs, you go to the toilet before or after the patrol, but not during it." Faced with the official reprimand, the policewoman decided to activate the Guardia Civil's procedure for alleged harassment at work. The lieutenant said she disobeyed orders by failing to ask permission for the toilet break while on duty.

Summary: A Spanish policewoman reprimanded for briefly abandoning duty during her period has accused an officer of harassment, reports say.


Timmy Donovan, 30, formerly of Huyton, was extradited after being arrested in Germany in January. He is accused of the murder of PC Neil Doyle, 36, who died following an attack in Liverpool city centre in the early hours of 19 December. Donovan is also accused of wounding two other officers. He was remanded in custody until 8 June when he is expected to enter his pleas. Christopher Spendlove, 30, and Andrew Taylor, 28, pleaded not guilty to the same charges when they appeared at the same court on 20 March. They will face trial there on 22 June.

Summary: A third man accused of murdering an off-duty police officer has appeared at Liverpool Crown Court.


Kial Ahmed, 34, of Tongwynlais, pleaded guilty to murdering 38-year-old Nadia Jones, whose body was found at the property in Tremorfa on 11 September 2015. Roxanne Deacon, 26, of Grangetown, denied murder but pleaded guilty to manslaughter and robbery at Cardiff Crown Court. They will be sentenced later in June. The court heard the pair stole a quantity of Class A drugs and a roll of bank notes from Ms Jones's home. Deacon was due to go on trial for murder but prosecutors accepted her plea to manslaughter on Wednesday. Ahmed pleaded guilty to murder in April but his admission can only now be reported. Judge Neil Bidder told the court: "This was a homicide killing which was committed in the course of a robbery. "It was committed in order to steal drugs and cash from her."

Summary: A man and woman have admitted killing a mother during a robbery at her Cardiff flat.


Kendal College already operates an animal rescue and rehabilitation centre within its teaching department. Animal care students can now spend a third year at the University of Cumbria to gain a full degree in British animal management and wildlife rehabilitation. If there are enough applicants, the course could start in September. Students will spend two years at Kendal College, which has an operating theatre, and an intensive care room, as well as a cattery, aviary and hedgehog houses. The third year will be studying at the university's campus in Ambleside, looking at conservation issues. Tutor Sarah Neil said: "The course is one of a kind. There will be a British focus, so it will be animal management, ecology, conservation management and the rescue and rehabilitation of British species."

Summary: What is thought to be the UK's first degree-level course solely for caring for and rehabilitating native wildlife is due to launch in Cumbria.


PC James McKibbin, 30, was off duty when he allegedly carried out the attack in South Croydon, south London, in 2012. Mr McKibbin, who works in Richmond, has been bailed to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Monday. He was arrested in April after a Met investigation and was charged on 7 November. He is currently on restricted duties.

Summary: A serving Metropolitan police officer has been charged with attempted rape.


By the close of trading the Dow Jones had fallen 0.31% to 20,663.22, dragged lower by Exxon Mobil and JPMorgan Chase. The S&P 500 edged 0.23% down to 2,362.72 and the Nasdaq spent most of the day in positive territory but closed a touch lower at 5,911.74. BlackBerry shares closed up 11%, following better than expected results. Despite ending the quarter with a whimper, the S&P 500, Nasdaq and the Dow chalked up gains of at least 4.5% in the period. "So far the market has navigated a somewhat uncertain terrain with grace," said Adam Sarhan, chief executive officer at 50 Park Investments. "It's perfectly normal on the last day of the quarter and the last day of the month to see some profit taking, especially after a strong run," he said.

Summary: (Close): US stock markets closed down today, as investors cashed in profits on the last trading day of the quarter.


South African lock Kruger, 30, has 17 caps for his country and previously played for Northampton and Bulls. Australian-born but England-qualified Longbottom, 30, has been out with a long-term foot injury. "He will fit perfectly into our plans and the pack we are building," said director of rugby Steve Diamond. "I sourced Juandre when I headed up the recruitment at Northampton and he helped Saints to win silverware and also to the Heineken Cup final. "We have some more signings to announce in the near future. We have been working hard on recruitment and our signings should do well in the Premiership and excite our supporters." The pair add to Sale's already announced arrivals of hooker Rob Webber and back-row forward Laurence Pearce for next season.

Summary: Premiership club Sale Sharks have signed Racing Metro second row Juandre Kruger and Saracens tight-head prop Kieran Longbottom for next season.


A car was set alight in Dunclug Gardens at about 3:30 GMT on Sunday. The other car was set on fire in Dunclug Park shortly before 05:00 GMT. It is understood the vehicles belong to two men from eastern Europe. Police have appealed for information. Sinn FÃ©in MLA DaithÃ McKay said the attacks were "totally wrong and must be condemned outright". The North Antrim representative added: "It is those behind these attacks who are not welcome in our society - not those who they targeted."

Summary: Police are treating two arson attacks on vehicles in Ballymena, County Antrim, as hate crimes.


The 26-year-old forward spent two seasons at Rugby Park but was placed on the transfer list in May, with 12 months to run on his contract. The former Bolton, Rio Ave and Bury player scored three goals last season. "We will need big physical players and he fits the bill," said United manager Ray McKinnon. "He's a strong, powerful and quick player." Obadeyi, capped by England at Under 19 and Under 20 level, has also had loan spells with Swindon, Rochdale, Shrewsbury, Chesterfield and Plymouth Argyle. "I cannot wait to get started," he told the club website. "United are a massive club and they have great fan base. It was an easy decision to come here. The aim is to be pushing for promotion. "This move is about playing football. I want a season of games behind me and at a club this size, it's a great opportunity."

Summary: Dundee United have signed Tope Obadeyi from Kilmarnock on an initial one-year deal.


The Exiles have also signed defender Mickey Demetriou on a free transfer. "This is an important loan move for Flo and we're delighted that we've managed to arrange this spell at for him," Huddersfield's head of operations Stuart Webber said. Newport have seen six players depart since 1 January, and have now signed eight, with more arrivals expected. Defender Demetriou was previously with Shrewsbury but was released at the end of last season after suffering a knee injury. The Exiles are five points adrift at the bottom of League Two and have lost eight successive matches.

Summary: Newport County have signed Huddersfield Town striker Flo Bojaj on loan until the end of the season.


According to police, the five blew themselves up before their hideout was stormed. Police say two of the dead were women. A fire fighter was also killed and three policemen injured. Police believe the militants belonged to an offshoot of the banned Jamiatul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB). The group has been blamed for a series of attacks on minority groups and secular writers and bloggers. The raid is one of a number in recent weeks and comes at a time when many in Bangladesh thought security forces had managed to curb Islamist militancy, following the deadly siege on a cafe in Dhaka last year. Bangladeshi police maintain that an offshoot of the JMB, called the neo-JMB, has carried out many recent attacks, despite claims to the contrary by so-called Islamic State (IS) and al-Qaeda.

Summary: Police in Bangladesh say five suspected Islamist militants have been killed during an anti-terror operation in the western district of Rajshahi.


The country has seen a huge boost in attendances in recent years, boosted by new cinemas opening every week and its vast population's increased affluence. Fantasy Monster Hunt was the year's top earner, having made 2.43 bn yuan ($379m / £250m) since opening in July. Chinese films have accounted for more than 59 percent of 2015's box office. Monster Hunt is now the highest-grossing film ever in China, having overtaken the seventh Fast and Furious film in September. US action and fantasy films currently make up half the titles on China's all-time top 10. The country's appetite for US action fare partly explains why the new remake of Point Break will open in China and Hong Kong this weekend, three weeks ahead of its US debut. China is the world's second-biggest film market after the US and is expected to overtake it within three years.

Summary: China's box office takings have gone up by 48% this year, with total sales now in excess of 40 billion yuan ($6.3 billion / £4.1 billion).


The left-back joined Rangers in 2011 from Hearts and was given the captaincy last season by manager Mark Warburton. He led Rangers to a Championship and Challenge Cup double. "These are hugely exciting times for the club and I'm delighted to be part of it for the next three years," said Wallace, who was entering the final year of his previous contract. "I knew I was running into the last year," the 28-year-old told the club website. "We were just starting the talks at the end of last season but we had big games to play in that period and I was happy to let it sail through the summer and into pre-season."

Summary: Lee Wallace has signed an extended contract at Rangers, which will keep the club captain at Ibrox until 2019.


More than 250 emergency service personnel, as well as Network Rail and South Eastern Trains staff, were involved in the simulation in Bromley. The train crash was created on a section of line between Sundridge Park and Bromely North stations. Volunteers from the Railway Industry First Aid Association played the 100 casualties in need of rescue. Richard Welch from London Fire Brigade said: "Whilst this scenario may appear worrying and rail crashes are extremely rare, exercises like this are a vital way of practising our skills and ensuring that we are ready should there ever be a major incident in the capital. "Days like this are a chance for firefighters to practise search and rescue skills as well as testing how we work with other agencies in the event of a major incident."

Summary: A mock train and car crash have been staged in south London as part of a major training exercise.


Gabriel, 24, was sent off by referee Mike Dean for violent conduct after a clash with Diego Costa during the Blues' 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge. The successful appeal means he will now not serve a three-match suspension. The Brazilian is subject to a separate Football Association charge of improper conduct to which he has until 18:00 BST on Thursday to respond. That relates to him failing to leave the pitch immediately after being sent off. Chelsea striker Costa, meanwhile, was found guilty of violent conduct and banned for three matches following a clash with Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny.

Summary: Arsenal's appeal against defender Gabriel's red card during Saturday's defeat by Chelsea has been successful.


Fans held aloft coloured tiles, spelling out his name, before the Premier League match against Everton. Club director Charlton, 78, joined United in 1953 and made 758 appearances, scoring 249 goals. A member of the England team which won the 1966 World Cup, Charlton won four league titles with United and the 1968 European Cup. The retired midfielder was one of the survivors of the Munich air disaster, which killed eight of his team-mates in 1958. The South Stand, which contains the only remaining part of the original 1910 stadium infrastructure, houses the directors' box.

Summary: Manchester United have renamed Old Trafford's South Stand in honour of Sir Bobby Charlton.


The 53-year-old had just locked up HQ Prime Meats, in Smethwick, in the West Midlands, when the men appeared and beat him in the street. They tried to make him reopen the premises before taking some jewellery from him and escaping in an Audi A3. The victim suffered a badly broken leg which required emergency surgery, West Midlands Police said. He remains in a severe but stable condition in hospital following the attack in Fawdry Street on 8 January. The suspects fled towards Cranford Way, the spokesman added. Anyone with information is urged to call police.

Summary: Three men armed with golf clubs and a metal pole attacked and robbed a man as he left work.


Phillips, 50, previously head coach of Neath, Aironi, London Welsh and Wales Under-18s, succeeds Rhys Edwards. The former Neath and Wales forward, who also played rugby league for Warrington and Workington, will take up the reins with immediate effect. "The most pleasing aspect of this role is that we have an abundance of talent in the women's game in Wales," he said. "There's a huge increase in interest in women's and girls' rugby in Wales, and globally, at the moment, from international rugby to the community game, "I'm looking forward to being part of that and helping players to fulfil their potential on the field." Phillips' daughter Carys, who plays as a hooker, has won 26 caps for Wales since making her debut against Ireland in the 2013 Six Nations.

Summary: Former Wales dual code international Rowland Phillips has been appointed full-time head coach of Wales Women.


Councillors have granted outline planning permission for the proposed scheme, which includes up to 400 new homes. The development went before the council's planning committee in July. Outline planning permission has now been granted after a document was signed securing community benefits. They include the commitment to build affordable housing as part of the development. Work on the new homes is expected to start on site in 2019 after BBC Wales moves to its new building in the city centre. Gareth Hawke, land director for housebuilder Taylor Wimpey South Wales, said: "Our development will combine a mix of private and much-needed affordable homes, car parking and public open space, with the first properties expected to go on sale in early 2020, following the BBC's relocation and subject to the approval of 'reserved matters' planning applications dealing with detailed design."

Summary: A new housing development on the site of BBC Wales' Broadcasting House in Llandaff, Cardiff, has moved a step closer.