Here's a round-up of the day's results: Arsenal made Hull City's goalie work hard - he had to make 11 saves to help his side finish with a goalless draw at the Emirates Stadium. The two sides face a replay to decide who will progress to the quarter finals. There was a surprise result when Championship strugglers Reading came back from one nil down to beat Premier League team West Brom by three goals to one. Watford reached the quarter-finals for the first time since 2007, after Scott Wootton's own goal gave them victory over Leeds. Strikes by Ross Barkley and Romelu Lukaku saw off Bournemouth, taking Everton into the quarter-finals for the fourth time in five seasons. On Sunday, Blackburn will take on West Ham, Tottenham face Crystal Palace, and Chelsea will battle Man City.

Summary: Saturday saw the fifth round of the FA cup, with championship clubs holding their own against the bigger sides.


The dinosaur is commonly known as the Abelisaurus but its full name is Chenanisaurus barbaricus - what a mouthful! Abelisaurus was the top predator in Africa, South America, India and Europe all the way up to its extinction. The amazing fossil was found in a mine in northern Morocco. It was then sent to Dr Nick Longrich who teaches at Bath University. With the help of his colleagues based across the world, Dr Longrich identified it as an Abelisaur. Dr Longrich said: "This find was unusual because it's a dinosaur from marine rocks - it's a bit like hunting for fossil whales and finding a fossil lion." It's safe to say the dig was a ROAR-ing success!

Summary: A fossil of one of the last dinosaurs living in Africa has been discovered, and it's over 66 million years old!


Mr Garton, 69, from Devizes in Wiltshire, disappeared on 25 September on a hillwalking trip in the area. Despite extensive searches involving helicopters, divers and search dogs, there has been no trace of him. The poles were recovered near Aonach Eagach Ridge, but a subsequent search of the area revealed nothing. Police Scotland said the poles were Lecki telescopic trekking/walking poles in a black and gold colour. Officers said they would like to hear from anyone else who may have lost poles on the ridge, a prominent feature in Glen Coe. Mr Garton's family are also helping the police establish if they were his. Robin Garton was reported missing after he failed to meet up with friends as planned in Kinlochewe in Wester Ross. A memorial service has been planned by Mr Garton's family. It will be held at St Johns Church, Devizes in December.

Summary: Police investigating the disappearance of Robin Garton have made a new appeal for information following the discovery of walking poles in Glen Coe.


The 22-year-old feels the eight-time continental champions are the 'biggest' club in Africa. The striker has joined on a four-year deal for $1.4 million from Moroccan side Difaa El Jadida. "Even the national team coach Herve Renard tried to persuade me to choose France," Azaro said at his unveiling on Thursday. "I know that Mohamed Aboutrika was one of the club's best ever players and I hope that I can emulate him." "I can assure the Al Ahly fans that I am happy to be here and that I will do my best to help the club to more titles. Azaro becomes the first Moroccan international to move to Egypt since Abdessalam Benjelloun spent a season at Ismaili in 2010. Moroccan under-23 player Omar Najdi spent two stints with Misr Lel-Makkasa firstly for a season from 2011 and again between 2014 and 2016.

Summary: Morocco international Walid Azaro says he turned down offers from Europe in order to join Egypt's Al Ahly.


Khan beat fellow Briton Kell Brook, Australia's Jeff Horn and American Terence Crawford, with 48% of the vote. Pacquaio said his next fight will be in the United Arab Emirates and asked followers to pick his opponent. The 38-year-old Filipino retired in April, but returned to claim the belt by beating Jessie Vargas in November. "See you in UAE for my next fight," wrote the six-weight world champion. In December, Brook's promoter Eddie Hearn told the BBC that he was in talks to fight Khan. Both men lost their last fights, Brook to Gennady Golovkin and Khan to Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez. In 2015, Khan claimed he was being lined up as an opponent for Pacquiao, but that the veteran did not want to face him. This content will not work on your device, please check Javascript and cookies are enabled or update your browser

Summary: Manny Pacquiao's Twitter followers have voted for Amir Khan to be the WBO world welterweight champion's next title challenger.


Party press officer Ian Wood said Ms Martindale stepped down after recent unfavourable publicity regarding a court case in 2013. She was given a 16-month suspended sentence after Stephen Newton, 51, died while renting her property in 2009. Ralph Hierons will now stand in the Derbyshire constituency. He will stand against Labour's Catherine Atkinson, Conservative Maggie Throup, UKIP's Philip Rose, Liberal Democrat Martin Garnett and independent John Thomson. Mr Wood said Ms Martindale had the party's "complete support" when she put herself forward as a candidate and continued to have it. She admitted seven counts of breaching gas safety regulations over a four-year period at the property in Stanley Common, near Ilkeston, at Derby Crown Court in November 2013. Her prison sentence was suspended for two years.

Summary: The Green Party has named a new Erewash parliamentary candidate after Victoria Martindale, who was serving a suspended jail sentence, stepped down.


Sharp, 22, was second in her heat, running in 2:01.41 to advance, as American Alysia Johnson Montano and Kenyan defending champion Pamela Jelimo also all comfortably qualified. "I just tried to concentrate on my race. I am in great shape," said Sharp. "I have to thank my coach. He has prepared me so well and I have really grown as an athlete." Sharp, who was chosen to represent Team GB ahead of four other British athletes who had run faster qualifying times, said the crowd had inspired her. "I came to watch a couple of nights ago to get used to the crowd but I don't think anything can prepare you for it," she said. "I had this ringing in my ear because the crowd was so loud but it was good because it made me forget everything else."

Summary: Scotland's Lynsey Sharp praised her coach after qualifying for the 800m semi-finals at the Olympics.


Canadian-owned site AshleyMadison.com, with its tagline "life is short, have an affair", said it was listing in Europe because of the continent's "more laissez-faire attitude" to infidelity. Parent company Avid Life Media said it hoped to raise $200m (Â£134m) in London later this year. The site says it has 36 million members in 46 countries worldwide. It claims to be the second-biggest dating website in the world, behind Match.com, and boasts of being "the most famous name in infidelity and married dating". Reports suggest the site had $115m worth of sales last year. Avid Life also owns CougarLife.com and EstablishedMen.com. "In Europe, we have simply got a more laissez-faire attitude towards businesses such as ours," said Christoph Kramer, director of international relations at AshleyMadison.

Summary: A dating website focusing on adultery has announced its intention to list publicly in London.


A Melbourne man and two women were arrested on Thursday, four months after police found the burning car, which was worth more than A$2m ($1.5m; Â£1m). The vintage car was one of two Ferraris allegedly stolen from a repairer. The women were released without charge, but the man, named by local media as Kane Ridley, faced court charged with a string of offences including arson. The court heard on Friday that Mr Ridley, who was remanded in custody, was likely to suffer drug withdrawals in jail. The vehicles were reportedly stolen in just four minutes, after the alleged thieves rammed a roller door to enter the business in the suburb of Braeside. Pink Floyd's Roger Waters and band mate Nick Mason are reportedly previous owners of the vehicle, which now belongs to a Melbourne restaurateur.

Summary: An Australian man is accused of torching a Ferrari once owned by Princess Diana's boyfriend Dodi Fayed.


Spitfires, Hurricanes, Chinook helicopters and Strikemasters were among the aircraft taking part at City Airport, Eccles. The event was last held in 1994, when the site was called Barton Aerodrome. Nick Duriez, of City Airport, said people had "fond memories" of the airshow and it was time for a return. He said: "Last year we put on a few flying displays and it went really well, it was really popular - so many people were asking, 'bring back the airshow'. "We then had a think about it and had a look to see if it was possible." Despite early sunshine, the event concluded earlier than planned due to heavy rain showers.

Summary: A range of modern and older planes took to the sky for the return of Manchester Airshow after a 21-year absence.


St Albans City FC said Clive Churchhouse, who was in his 70s, "died in an accident" at Clarence Park ahead of a match with Luton Town. Paramedics were called just before 10:20 BST. Police had received reports he had fallen from the roof. St Albans City chairman Lawrence Levy said: "We are completely devastated by the news. Clive was a much-loved character around the club." The friendly with Luton has been cancelled as a "mark of respect", the club said. It was unclear why Mr Churchhouse was on the roof, a Hertfordshire Police spokeswoman said. She said he had been airlifted to St George's Hospital in London but died from his injuries. Luton will instead play Hitchin Town in a friendly.

Summary: A man has died after falling from a roof at a football ground.


This time the 19-year-old, who is yet to make a first-team appearance for Liverpool, has joined Belgian club Mouscron for the season. The striker joined Liverpool on a long-term deal in August 2015 from Imperial Academy in Nigeria. He joins DR Congo's Jonathan Bolingi and Cameroon's Fabrice Olinga on loan at the club. Awoniyi, who helped his country win the Under-17 World Cup in 2013, spent last season on loan at Dutch side NEC Nijmegen. He also played at the 2015 Under-20 World Cup in New Zealand, netting twice and then helped Nigeria win the 2015 African Under-23 Championship in Senegal. However he missed out on playing at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. His other loan spell was at German second-tier club FSV Frankfurt in the 2015/16 campaign

Summary: Nigeria youth international Taiwo Awoniyi has been sent for a third loan spell by his English club Liverpool.


A council report said the £14m expansion was needed as Tomlinson's Dairies at Minera had outgrown its facilities. The company plans to double its production to 195 million litres of milk a year. Wrexham councillors approved the plans on Friday. The dairy business currently employs about 170 staff and uses milk from 71 farms across the area. The business was established in 1983 by brothers Philip and John Tomlinson, expanding from a doorstep round using milk from the family dairy farm at Minera. Wrexham councillors held a site visit to consider concerns about the scale of the development and its effect on local roads, before making a final decision. Three planning applications for a three-phase development were approved during the meeting at the Guildhall.

Summary: Plans for a multi-million pound expansion to a Wrexham dairy, creating 60 new jobs, have been given the go ahead by councillors.


Lund joined the National League side on a month's loan in February and has played in four games for the Dragons. The 20-year-old was an unused substitute in Wrexham's 2-1 win at Braintree Town on Saturday. "I think it's a case of having a look at our own players now going forward" Keates said. "We're grateful with what he's done. He's come in, got some minutes, and he can go back to Doncaster now and play a part in their promotion push." Wrexham came from behind to beat Braintree and claim consecutive away wins for the first time this season. Keates' side are 10th in the National League and eight points off the play-off places with 10 games remaining.

Summary: Wrexham manager Dean Keates has confirmed defender Mitchell Lund will return to League Two side Doncaster Rovers when his loan deal expires.


Licensed fertility treatment, including IVF, was under threat at University Hospital Hartlepool due to staff shortages. The council claimed a lack of proper consultation and was granted a High Court injunction stopping the closure. Following a consultation, the unit will remain in the town but will be run by an alternative provider. Deepak Dwarakanath, from North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Trust, said: "We understand this has been a difficult time for our staff, patients and their families. "The outcome of the consultation means that patients will continue to receive treatment in Hartlepool and we are reassured that patients will continue receive the best possible care in the future." Councillor Christopher Akers-Belcher, leader of Hartlepool Council, said: "This is a victory for democracy and common sense. "Everyone can now look forward to a new provider delivering such a hugely important service to the people of Hartlepool and beyond."

Summary: Fertility services will remain in Hartlepool, following a battle between the council and health bosses.


In a repeat of last year's final, Vipers chased 71 with 11 overs to spare at Southampton. England captain Heather Knight was bowled for one by Linsey Smith as Western Storm slumped to 70 all out. New Zealand skipper Suzie Bates added to her two wickets with an unbeaten 47 in the Vipers' rapid chase. Vipers, led by former England captain Charlotte Edwards, picked up four points for the win as well as a bonus point. Edwards, 37, caught West Indies all-rounder Stafanie Taylor and ran out Sophie Luff with a direct hit. Storm seamer Holly Huddleston conceded 34 runs in an over, including four no-balls, as Bates and Hayley Matthews hurried Vipers to victory.

Summary: Defending champions Southern Vipers thrashed Western Storm by nine wickets in the opening game of the Women's Super League.


Ian Battersby and Ian Currie, through their company Seneca Partners, are understood to have contacted Indian owners Venky's about the proposal. Venky's, run by the Rao family, last month revealed debts of £102.4m. Boss Paul Lambert is leaving the club and his replacement will be an eighth permanent manager in eight years. Venky's bought the club in 2010 but have seen their debts rise after relegation from the Premier League in 2012. "The interest from Seneca Partners is genuine. What remains to be seen is how it's viewed in India. "Seneca Partners have offered their services to help before, something which wasn't welcomed but it's clear that fresh ideas are required to take the club forward. "Whatever happens, Blackburn Rovers have some key roles to fill this summer. Notably a first-team manager, which might now have to wait."

Summary: Blackburn Rovers have been subject of an investment proposal by local businessman, reports BBC Radio Lancashire.


Police, fire and ambulance crews were called to reports of a collision near Cardonald just before 09:00. The incident, which resulted in the M8 being closed westbound for a time, involved vehicles travelling between junction 25 and 25a Braehead. The ambulance service said five people were taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Their injuries are not thought to be serious. The route has now re-opened. Drivers heading to Glasgow Airport had been warned to expect delays. Traffic Scotland said that all the vehicles involved in the crash had been cleared and that traffic was returning to normal in the area.

Summary: Five people have been taken to hospital after a crash involving six vehicles on the M8 in Glasgow.


Their first home game is against Manchester United a week later with a trip to Crystal Palace to follow. Manager Paul Clement guided Swans to survival last season with three wins in their final four games. He will hope they are not involved in a similar battle in a 2017-18 run-in that involves games against Man Utd, Everton, Manchester City and Chelsea. Swans' season ends with home game against Stoke City and on Boxing Day they travel to Liverpool. Clement was Swansea's third manager of 2016-17, succeeding American Bob Bradley, who had taken over after the departure of Italian Francesco Guidolin.

Summary: Swansea City's 2017-18 Premier League season starts at Southampton on Saturday, 12 August.


Joel Adesina, who was 15 and from Dagenham, was found stabbed in the abdomen on Bethnal Green Road, Tower Hamlets, at 23:00 GMT on Friday. He was taken to hospital but died at 02:12 the following day. An 18-year-old man arrested at the scene has been released with no further action to be taken, police said. Detectives are keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed an altercation in Padbury Court, just before the stabbing, between a group of male youths on foot and the occupants of a car. The dispute carried on to nearby Gibraltar Walk. Joel was part of the group on foot, police said. A post-mortem examination will be held in due course. Det Ch Insp Chris Jones said: "Anyone who may have witnessed this altercation or have information which could assist the investigation is asked to contact the police as soon as possible."

Summary: A 22-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of a teenage boy in a fight in east London.


The public transport firm aims to cut costs by £3.1m annually. It plans to make some managers and supervisors redundant and cut overhead and administration costs. Translink said its priority was to protect front-line services. "I am confident this voluntary exit scheme will achieve the management, overhead and administration cost target we have set ourselves to address the significant government funding cuts in the year ahead of £13m, equivalent to 20% of our funding," Translink director Gordon Milligan said. "We are briefing staff internally and we are engaged in discussions with the trade unions

Summary: Translink has launched a voluntary redundancy scheme in efforts to cut up to 60 jobs.


With temperatures reaching as high as 24 degrees in some places. We want to know how you are enjoying the sunny weather. This chat page is now closed. I'm playing with my new dog Willo in the back garden. Finlay, 11, Kent I am going horse riding. Skylar, 11, London I went with my friends to Anglesey abbey and had my friends over for a sleepover and then the next night I went to see their house! Georgie, 12, Hertfordshire I have just been chilling out and watching CBBC, we are going to get many Easter eggs and my friend might come after. Manelle, 11, London Last night we slept out in our tent in the garden and toasted marshmallows! Emily and Lauren, 9 and 8 It has been great weather, I have been to the fair and I hope this nice weather stays for the summer. Destiney-Porscha, 12, Wales

Summary: Many parts of the UK have been enjoying one of the hottest weekends of the year so far.


London, who finished second to Rovers in the Championship's regular season, opened the scoring through Andy Ackers. Danny Addy, Kieren Moss, Robbie Mulhern and Ryan Shaw then went over to put the hosts 25-8 up at the break. A second from Shaw sealed victory, before London finished strong with tries from James Cunningham, Alex Walker, Mark Ioane and Elliot Kear. The win ensures KR maintain their perfect start to the Qualifiers and puts them equal on points with leaders Warrington Wolves after three matches. Hull KR: Moss; Shaw, Hefernan, Blair, Carney; Atkin, Ellis; Jewitt, Lawler, Masoe, Clarkson, Addy, Kavanagh. Replacements: Lunt, Greenwood, Marsh, Mulhern. London Broncos: Walker; Williams, Hellewell, Kear, Dixon; Sammut, Barthau; Spencer, Ackers, Ioane, Wilde, Pitts, Evans. Replacements: Cunningham, Davis, Gee, Roqica. Referee: Chris Campbell.

Summary: Hull KR survived a London Broncos fightback to boost hopes of making an immediate Super League return.


It will be the fifth version of the Queen's profile to appear on currency during her 62-year reign. The new portrait will be chosen in a closed competition run by the Royal Mint Advisory Committee. Specialist designers will be invited to submit their entries anonymously before the committee chooses a winner. The current depiction of the Queen, designed by Ian Rank-Broadley, has been in circulation for 16 years. The Rank-Broadley portrait came about after the Royal Mint held a competition to design the obverse of the 1997 Golden Wedding crown - a coin issued to celebrate the Queen and Prince Philip's 50th wedding anniversary. According to the Royal Mint, the standard of the entries for that competition was so high that it was decided it should be a way of arriving at a new standard portrait for circulating coins as well.

Summary: The portrait of the Queen which appears on UK coins will change next year for the first time since 1998.


The couple who live at the farm - both in their 60s - were assaulted while the three men searched the property. A large amount of cash and jewellery was stolen before the robbers discovered the farmhouse's gun room. The victims, who were locked in the gun room, required hospital treatment following the raid in West Handley, near Chesterfield, on 14 March. Crimestoppers, which has offered the reward, said the theft of the guns was a "serious cause for concern". The crime-fighting charity confirmed the robbers also stole a large amount of shotgun cartridges. Lydia Patsalides, from Crimestoppers, said: "This violent burglary was immensely distressing for the victims. "Not only was cash and valuable jewellery stolen, but the theft of such a large number of shotguns is a serious cause for concern. "These people need to be found and the shotguns traced, before any further harm can be done."

Summary: A Â£5,000 reward has been offered to catch machete-wielding robbers who stole 18 shotguns from a farmhouse.


Scrum-half Cliff, 28, came through Sale's academy and made 113 appearances before leaving in March 2015. Hooker Jones, 29, joined Bristol in the same year and helped them to promotion from the Championship in 2015-16. "It's great news for the club," Sale director of rugby Steve Diamond said. "They both know what we are about, the culture and where we want to be." The Sharks are 10th in the Premiership, 12 points clear of bottom-of-the-table Bristol. The pair will join Glasgow Warriors forward Josh Strauss at the club next season, after the Scotland international agreed a three-year deal in February, and Diamond is expecting more arrivals. He added: "Our signing programme is moving along nicely and we are just awaiting news on work permits and visas before we are able to announce some international signings."

Summary: Sale Sharks have re-signed Will Cliff and Marc Jones from Bristol ahead of next season on two-year contracts.


Batsman Insole made 450 first-class appearances, scoring 25,241 runs. He also scored one century in nine Tests for England, before going on to be on the MCC committee for 20 years and an England selector for 19. Essex said in a statement: "Doug was one of the most outstanding players and administrators in cricket and affectionately known by everyone at the club as 'Mr Essex'."

Summary: Former Essex captain, chairman and president Doug Insole has died aged 91.


Niall Currie's men missed a chance to secure their Premiership return on Thursday night as they fell to a 2-0 defeat away to Knockbreda. Early goals by Andrew Ferguson and Kyle Owens clinched the home victory on the Upper Braniel Road. Ards remain three points ahead of second-placed H&W Welders. Defeat for Ards at home to Loughgall on Saturday would give the Welders the chance to snatch the title on goal difference by beating Bangor. The Welders do not have a Premiership licence, however, and would not go up to the top flight. That would mean there would be no automatic relegation from the Premiership this season, and the club finishing bottom would go into a play-off with Ards.

Summary: Championship One leaders Ards will go into their final match against Loughgall on Saturday still requiring one point to seal promotion.


Jan Bevington, 67, rescued her first seal in 1987, and then established the Hillswick Wildlife Sanctuary. And she played a key role in the wake of the Braer oil tanker running aground in 1993, which saw almost 85,000 tonnes of crude oil spill. She received a special award from the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) at the House of Lords. Azzedine Downes, president of IFAW, said of Tuesday's award: "Jan's dedication has seen her rescue countless marine mammals over the years and she is a great example of animal welfare in action. "She is a very deserving winner of IFAW's Marine Rescue Award." Ms Bevington said: "I was completely taken aback when I heard about this award. "I just do this work for the love of it - it's an honour to have been nominated and for Hillswick Wildlife Sanctuary to receive such recognition."

Summary: A Shetland woman who has been caring for sick animals for more than 27 years has received a prestigious award.


The 148-room Hilton will continue to be run as a hotel under a new name which has not yet been confirmed. The exchange of contracts is set to be completed on 31 March. Celtic Manor Resort chief executive Ian Edwards said: "We are extremely pleased to be exchanging contracts to acquire Hilton Newport and look forward to working with the experienced team there."

Summary: Newport's Hilton hotel has been bought by nearby rival Celtic Manor Resort.


The Queen Mary 2, the Queen Victoria and the Queen Elizabeth sailed together for the first time on Monday to celebrate Cunard's 175th anniversary. Performing a synchronised sailing display, they saluted the city where Samuel Cunard founded the line in 1840. Liverpool City Council estimated the ships attracted more than 1m visitors. Labour Councillor Wendy Simon said: "To have that many people and for them all to have a great time, we just think it's fantastic." People waved flags and banners on the quayside as the ship left port to the sound of its horn reverberating around the city. On board, passengers and crew displayed banners celebrating the city's football teams and musical heritage. Mary 2 will return in July to recreate Cunard's first transatlantic crossing to Canada and New York.

Summary: Thousands of people have lined Liverpool's waterfront to watch the last of Cunard's "three queens" leave the port after a historic rendezvous.


Kyle Hand, 28, died after he was attacked by Jovan Martin in Sunny Brow Road in the Gorton area of Manchester in March. He stabbed Mr Hand in the neck, thigh and buttock, police said. Martin, 26, of Whitburn Avenue, Manchester, was found guilty of murder at Preston Crown Court and given a minimum sentence of 27 years. Mr Hand, who died in hospital from his injuries, will be "deeply missed", his family said. Ch Insp Debbie Dooley, of Greater Manchester Police, said: "This is a tragic and unnecessary loss of life and my heart goes out to Kyle's family. "Jovan Martin will now spend the next 27 years of his life behind bars and I hope his sentence goes some way to give Kyle's family the justice they deserve."

Summary: A man who stabbed a "devoted father" to death in a fight that spilled into the street from a house has been jailed.


Essex Police had a call about an Audi RS3 being driven erratically at Wickham Bishops near Witham on Friday evening. Shortly after the police car began its pursuit, the driver lost control, hit a telegraph pole and crashed into the field off Maldon Road. The two male officers inside the car had minor injuries. The Audi has yet to be located. Essex Police said the Audi was believed to have been stolen from Allectus Way in Witham on Friday evening. The squad car, which crashed at 18:45 GMT, contained a police constable in his 30s and a special constable in his late teens, Essex Police said. Special Inspector Jo van Zanten tweeted photographs of the crashed car and called it "a lucky escape for two Braintree officers".

Summary: A police car has ended up on its roof in a field while it was chasing a car which was believed to have been stolen.


Haroon Ahmed, from the Derby area, escaped from HMP Dovegate, near Marchington, at about 16:15 BST on Wednesday. Ahmed, 26, has been serving a sentence for a robbery he committed in Derby in January 2008. A 25-year-old man from Derby has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and is in police custody. A black Volkswagen Golf, which officers believe Ahmed had access to, has been seized and will be examined by forensic experts. Ahmed is described as Asian, 6ft tall with a thin build and short black hair. He was wearing jeans and a grey t-shirt when he escaped. A Staffordshire Police statement said: "Due to his conviction for a violent robbery we advise members of the public not to approach him and to instead ring 999."

Summary: Police are hunting a "violent" convicted robber who has escaped from a category B prison in Staffordshire.


The event doubled up as the Northern Ireland & Ulster Championship for the distance. O'Flaherty clocked 16 minutes and 18 seconds to finish nine seconds ahead of QUB's Emma Mitchell, with Jessica Craig [17:13] in third. Bradley held off Letterkenny man Danny Mooney by four seconds to win the men's race in 14:44. Mooney was second as he was given the same time as third-placed St Malachy's athlete Ben Branagh. The 5K event started on the Annadale Embankment in south Belfast and covered two and three quarter laps before the finish at the Queen's PEC in Stranmillis. O'Flaherty, who competed in the steeplechase at last year's Rio Olympics, plans to race in the Great Ireland Run in Dublin on 9 April before heading for a three-week training stint at Font Romeu in the French Pyrenees.

Summary: Olympic athlete Kerry O'Flaherty and City of Derry's Conor Bradley took the victories in the Queen's 5K road race.


One victim, known only as Miss B, said Mweetwa Muleya, 28, from Swansea, had destroyed her life. He pleaded guilty to two counts of causing grievous bodily harm in May. "The harm to these victims was of the worst kind," said Judge Huw Davies at Swansea Crown Court. He told Muleya: "You were selfish to a degree which beggars description." The court was told Muleya, who came to the UK from Zambia in his teens, was given anti-retroviral medication to control the virus and advice on how to stop its spread. He was told it would be a crime to have unprotected sex with someone and not disclose his HIV positive status. But the court heard he fell into a lifestyle of drink and drugs and lapsed when it came to sexual health check-ups. He was jailed for seven years with six months for unrelated drug offences.

Summary: A man with HIV has been jailed for seven years for infecting two women after having unprotected sex with them and not telling them about his condition.


A committee led by Peter Field, the Lord Lieutenant of East Sussex, has been set up to organise a series of events in Battle, near Hastings. It is hoped a senior member of the royal family will help mark the anniversary of the battle which led to the conquest of England by the Normans. A memorial service for the Saxon and Normans who were killed will be held. The day's event will end with a military band and marching display through the town centre of Battle and a flag lowering ceremony at dusk.

Summary: Plans are under way to mark the 950th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings on 14 October 2016.


Keep Bristol Warm has been asking people to fill a rucksack full of items and bring them to Bristol's Bearpit. Official figures last week from the city council recorded the number of people sleeping rough in Bristol as 74. A project called Pending Coffee was also launched on Sunday. Here customers at a number of shops can buy an extra cup for homeless people to pick up. Organiser Gavyn Emery said he started the project last year after seeing something similar in Edinburgh. "I saw a poor chap on the street with his dog and I thought I wanted to do something in Bristol. "My dad said this is just a simple initiative of people giving to people."

Summary: Homeless people in Bristol have been given clothes, food and bedding to help them cope with life on the streets.


The advisory said the quake occurred near Yonaguni island, near Taiwan. The alert advised residents of nearby islands to "get out of the water and leave the coast immediately", but added that no damage was expected. There were no initial reports of damage in Japan nor in Taiwan, where residents reported feeling tremors. The Japan Meterological Agency said the earthquake's depth was "very shallow". The alert was lifted after about an hour. Taiwan's Central Weather Bureau said it detected two earthquakes, one measuring 6.3 and another of magnitude 5.0 east of Hualien county. The US-based Pacific Tsunami Warning Center had said a "destructive Pacific-wide tsunami" was not expected". Japan sits in a region with high tectonic plate activity, known as the Pacific Ring of Fire, and registers more than 20% of the planet's most powerful earthquakes every year.

Summary: Japan briefly issued an alert about a 1m (3ft) tsunami after a 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck in the southern island chain of Okinawa.


They were fatally injured when the car they were travelling in left the road, collided with a pole and came to a stop in a parking area for trucks outside Ballybofey. It happened at about 16.15 local time on Wednesday. The 19-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene, while the second woman was taken to Letterkenny General Hospital, where she was later pronounced dead. A man in his 40s, who was also in the car, was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The road between Ballybofey and Logue's Bridge is closed and diversions are in place. The county has seen a high number of road deaths in recent months - in July five people were killed on the roads within the space of two days.

Summary: Two women, aged 19 and 38, have been killed in a crash in County Donegal.


Jonas, 32, cited a lack of hunger and dedication for new achievements when she retired in 2015. She lost to Katie Taylor in the quarter-finals at London 2012 having won World Championships bronze in 2012. "The decision to leave was a harder choice. The decision to go back was a lot easier," Jonas told Sky Sports. Liverpool lightweight Jonas has linked up with trainer Joe Gallagher and is not ruling out a rematch with Irish fighter Taylor. "It was one of the best nights of boxing I have ever seen, but I'm on a personal journey and if that means us meeting in the end then we'll see," she added. Media playback is not supported on this device

Summary: Natasha Jonas, the first woman to box for Great Britain at the Olympics, says she will come out of retirement and turn professional.


The local authority owns the North Tower and is leading a study into how it could be made available to tourists. Built in stages in the 1800s on the site of previous historic castles, the sprawling Inverness Castle was first used as a county hall and later a jail. In more recent times it has served as Inverness Sheriff Court. But because the tower is owned by the local authority it could be opened up to visitors sooner than other parts of the site. The viewing platform, which would give views of Inverness and the surrounding landscape, could be opened to the public next year or early 2016. Highland Council joined the Scottish government in setting up a working group earlier this year in a broader project looking at the castle's future tourism potential.

Summary: Highland Council has said that it will submit a planning application for a viewing platform and shops for part of Inverness Castle before Christmas.


Republic of Ireland Under-21 international Shodipo came through the academy system at Loftus Road, and is under contract until 2019. The 19-year-old was given his first-team debut in August and has since made a further 13 appearances. He could play his first game for the Valiants when they host Peterborough in League One on Saturday. Meanwhile, midfielder Nathan Ferguson has left the club by mutual consent. The 21-year-old was signed by former manager Bruno Ribeiro in July, but made only one first-team appearance, coming on as a substitute in the 1-0 EFL Trophy win over Derby in August. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: Port Vale have signed Queens Park Rangers winger Olamide Shodipo on loan until the end of the season.


More students than ever are deliberately hurting themselves according to the National Association of Headteachers (NAHT) and Association of Teachers and Lecturers (ATL). In Wales, 1,542 10 to 19-year-olds were admitted to hospital after self-harming in 2013/14. The Welsh government has been asked to comment. The number of hospital admissions for 10 to 19-year-olds rose by 36% from 1,134 in 2012/13. Caroline Kolek, a secondary school teacher and spokeswoman for the ATL said there was a lack of support in schools due to funding cuts: "My experience in schools and talking to colleagues is that we are seeing a rise in self harm, predominantly among girls but also among boys as well. Dr Max Davie, of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), said the figures were "very worrying".

Summary: Welsh schools are struggling to deal with the number of students self-harming, two major teaching unions say.


Didcot East councillor Patrick Greene put forward the motion to reduce accidents on the A34 between Junction 13 of the M4 and Junction 9 of the M40. Earlier at an Oxfordshire County Council meeting it received 51 votes in favour and nine abstentions. A letter will now be sent to the Secretary of State for Transport. Mr Greene said: "A lot of problems are caused by these HGVs overtaking each other and that frustrates the ordinary driver." His motion said the council was "concerned and alarmed at the recent number of major traffic accidents". But Rhys Williams, the Oxfordshire area manager for the Road Haulage Association, said new regulations would cause "mass congestion". "What you'll end up having is convoys of trucks tailgating... that's going to cause a safety hazard to other road users who can't enter or exit the A34."

Summary: Lorries could be banned from overtaking on a 34-mile stretch of road in Oxfordshire and Berkshire following a vote by councillors.


People in the wider community also chipped in to cover the cost of William's Â£8,000 operation last month. He first arrived at Invernevis House in Fort William early last year. William had previously been found neglected in Cyprus by a couple from Keith in Moray who were visiting the island. Invernevis House manager Kit Cameron said: "We are pleased to say that William successfully came through his hip operation with no complications and is doing fantastically well. "He lived his whole life with a degenerative hip condition and he's now free from the pain that caused him. He's under doctor's orders to take it easy, but try telling him that. "The residents are taking great care of him and nursing him back to full health."

Summary: A rescued dog that provides companionship at a care home is recovering after having a hip operation paid for by residents and staff.


Zaneta Krokova, 11, and Helina Kotlarova, 12, were holding hands as they crossed a road in Oldham, Greater Manchester, before they were hit. Gabor Hegedus, 38, faces charges including causing death by dangerous driving and driving without a licence. Three other men have been charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice. Helina died at the scene in Ashton Road, and Zaneta later died in hospital. Mr Hegedus, of Oldham, was also charged with failing to stop after a collision, conspiracy to pervert the course of justice and failing to report the crash. David Orsos, 18, Janos Kalanyos, 50, and Zoltan Peto, 49, also of Oldham, have been charged with conspiracy to pervert the course of justice. All appeared at Tameside Magistrates' Court, where they were remanded in custody and scheduled to attend Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court on 1 February.

Summary: Four men have been charged over a suspected hit-and-run crash on New Year's Eve in which two cousins died.


League One Carlisle dominated the first half as Sean O'Hanlon's header hit the post, before Lewis Guy forced Wood keeper James Russell into a great stop. But after the break, home forward David Moli, on loan from Wolves, saw a strike squeeze just inches wide of the post. Graeme Montgomery also shot wide for the Wood, who secured a trip to a side 76 places above them in the pyramid. Montgomery came even closer in the opening period against the run of play, when he turned and struck from a long way out to produce the best from visiting goalkeeper Mark Gillespie. Right at the death, James Berrett could have stolen victory for Graham Kavanagh's Cumbrians, but his volley hit the side netting.

Summary: Conference South Boreham Wood earned an FA Cup first-round replay at Carlisle after battling to a goalless draw.


Repainting girders below the bridge deck will mean lifting the footway clear of the girders and closing it to pedestrians for several months. Masonry will also be cleaned and re-pointed and repairs carried out to the roof of the Leigh Woods tower. The bridge will be closed to vehicles and cyclists from 14 to 16 March to allow scaffolding to be erected. During the bridge closures a diversion route will be signed, using Bridge Valley Road, Brunel Way and A369 Rownham Hill. Protective sheeting will also be installed to prevent debris and dust contaminating the Avon Gorge below. Work on the first of the two Clifton towers was completed in 2015.

Summary: Restoration work has begun on the second support tower of the Clifton Suspension Bridge.


But after closer examination revealed she had damaged both legs breaking out of her egg, she has now been fitted with leg splints to keep her from falling over. Merthyr animal lover Faye Lennon, 22, faced having to put the Peking Bantam chick to sleep if she could not walk. But she worked with a vet to fit the braces which now keep her legs upright. "Poor Roley couldn't stand up and she just kept rolling around which was quite comical but not much fun for her," she said. "A lot of hen breeders put chicks down if they have splayed legs but she is way too cute for that."

Summary: At two days old, newborn chick Roley could be forgiven for being a bit unsteady on her feet.


The cotton-top tamarin, one of five monkeys stolen by thieves at the zoo in April, was thought to be in the early stages of pregnancy when it was taken. The twins, yet to be sexed and named, are doing "extremely well" along with their mother Mamma, the zoo said. Four of the monkeys were found on a doorstep in West Yorkshire, but a baby belonging to Mamma is still missing. Charlotte Pennie, from Blackpool Zoo, said the twins would be "vital for the international breeding programme" as the species is extremely endangered. There are said to be about 6,000 tamarins in the wild in their native Colombia, with numbers largely reduced through deforestation. The animals can fetch up to thousands of pounds on the black market in the UK and abroad.

Summary: A monkey recently returned to Blackpool Zoo after it was stolen during a break-in has given birth to twins.


Media playback is not supported on this device Julie, like a few others, was concerned when she spotted an advert in the local newspaper in 1999 warning that the club could be closing down and went along to the meeting to see what was going to happen. "A gang of women ended up standing up at that meeting to be the new committee - we didn't want to lose it," she explains. It has gone from "a grass pitch with no support" to a club with 26 teams and a 3G pitch. "On match days it's just really, really special to be part of," says media team volunteer Laura Jones. If you'd like to find out about getting into football - playing or volunteering - read our special guide.

Summary: "There's not much else here for kids," says Julie Montgomery, one of a group of mums who helped rescue Llandudno FC.


Media playback is not supported on this device It is the second time the Shrimps have paid their players late this season. Italian businessman Joseph Cala's purchase of the club has been delayed by a court order from Brazilian Diego Lemos, who says he still owns the club through holding company G50 Holdings. Former co-chairman Abdulrahman Al-Hashemi has financed the wages payment. Manager Jim Bentley told BBC Radio Lancashire that the players were informed they had been paid a few hours before their 1-0 win at Leyton Orient, to keep them unbeaten in 2017. "Just before our pre-match match meeting at four o'clock we were advised we had been paid, so that was great as it gave the lads a lift," said Bentley. "We've done it without getting paid recently and credit to the lads, as they have been fantastic in 2017 so far."

Summary: League Two side Morecambe have confirmed that player and staff wages have now been paid, amid their continuing takeover discussions.


The 18-year-old, who has made two Championship appearances, has agreed a three-and-a-half-year deal. "Rushian is highly thought of at this football club," said Villa manager Steve Bruce. "I believe he has a bright future in the game. He needs to get his head down now, work hard in training - and the opportunities will come." Hepburn-Murphy, who made his first-team debut in March 2015 at just 16 years of age as a late substitute in the 4-0 Premier League win at Sunderland, has been on Villa's books since the age of nine. He also came on late in last season's final home game against Newcastle and has come off the bench twice this season, again at home to Newcastle, then in the New Year defeat at Cardiff City.

Summary: Aston Villa's teenage striker Rushian Hepburn-Murphy has signed a new contract with the Championship club.


They will look at what the role involves and the "reality of life" on a local authority. Returning officer Tracey Logan said being a councillor was "rewarding but also demanding". The two sessions are at Scottish Borders Council's Newtown St Boswells headquarters on 21 and 28 February. Local government elections are taking place in Scotland, England and Wales on 4 May this year. Ms Logan said: "Anyone successfully elected has the privilege of representing their local community and being involved in decisions which can make a difference to people's lives. "These sessions will offer plenty of information to those considering standing in this year's election, including a chance to hear from current elected members on the realities of being a councillor." Both events run from 18:00 to 20:30.

Summary: Two special information sessions are being offered in the Scottish Borders to anyone thinking of standing for election as a councillor.


Grimmer, who has had two previous stays at the League One club, is in the final year of his contract at Fulham. The 22-year-old Scot played seven times on loan in 2014, before helping the club stay in League One last term. Ebanks-Blake, 30, has scored 10 goals in 33 League One games for the Spireites since signing in June 2015. The former Manchester United trainee has had spells with six clubs, including Plymouth and Wolves, where he found the net 64 times in 193 appearances. Grimmer provided one of the highlights of Town's 2015-16 season when he scored in the ninth minute of injury time to beat Sheffield Wednesday in the FA Cup and earn a fifth-round tie against Manchester United. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Shrewsbury Town have signed Fulham defender Jack Grimmer on a season-long loan and Chesterfield striker Sylvan Ebanks-Blake until January.


The Swans have enquired about the availability of Olsson, who joined Norwich from Blackburn in 2013. But Neil says Swansea must increase their bid if they are to sign the 26-year-old Swedish international. "We are not looking to lose Martin but everybody's got their price and they did not meet the valuation we have for Martin at the moment," said Neil. "There was a bid last week and, since then, there's not really been any contact. "Everybody's got their price. I don't want to lose Martin. He's been good for us this season." Olsson has made 23 appearances for Norwich this season and has started three of Sweden's Euro 2016 qualifiers. Swansea's current left-back Neil Taylor, the subject of bids from Crystal Palace, is also understood to be of interest to West Bromwich Albion.

Summary: Swansea City have not met Norwich City's valuation for left-back Martin Olsson, says Canaries boss Alex Neil.


Jones, 22, joined Blues in 2015 but did not make a first-team appearance. He moved to Port Vale in August but his loan deal expired this month. "As soon as I knew a team the size of Bradford were interested in me, I was always drawn to them more than the other teams interested in me," Jones told the Bantams' club website. "It was good to get out on loan and get some first team experience. I've taken my chance and managed to get a move to Bradford." Bradford's fellow League One club Vale had wanted to sign Jones on a permanent deal, but chairman Norman Smurthwaite said on Twitter that they could not agree personal terms. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: Bradford City have signed striker Alex Jones from Championship club Birmingham City for an undisclosed fee on a two-and-a-half-year contract.


The 61-year-old's aircraft came down on the runway at Caernarfon Airport at 18:00 BST on Thursday. North Wales Fire and Rescue Service said the man was taken to hospital with serious injuries but later died. A crew from Llanfairfechan attended but there have not been reports of a fire following the crash. The Air Accident Investigation Branch has been told. A spokesman at the Morfa Lodge caravan park next to the airport said he saw a fire engine, air ambulance and several police cars arrive at the airport following the crash. The airport is four miles (6.4 km) south west of Caernarfon and has a 937 metres (3,074 ft) main runway and is a base for the Wales Air Ambulance service.

Summary: A pilot has died after his microlight aircraft crashed at a north Wales airport, say emergency services.


Samson Lokayi, 40, was arrested on Sunday. He did not submit a plea because he does not understand English or Swahili, the languages used in court. Mr Voorspuy, a founder of luxury safari company Offbeat Safaris and a former British army officer, was killed on 5 March while inspecting his lodges. Traditional pastoral herders were suspected of being behind the killing. They have invaded private ranches in the area to seize pasture amid an ongoing drought. Mr Voorspuy's body was left at the scene for more than 24 hours owing to the volatile security situation. Kenya's government has dispatched police units to the region to improve order. Mr Lokayi is expected to appear again in court on Tuesday.

Summary: A suspect in the murder of British rancher Tristan Voorspuy in the Laikipia region of northern Kenya has appeared in court.


The new 8km road, which is used by 18,000 motorists daily, includes a new roundabout at the Drones Road and three flyover junctions. Construction of the scheme began in early 2015. About 27km of drainage pipe has been laid, 32km of fencing used and 24,000 tonnes of concrete has been poured.' Deidre Mackle of the Department for Infrastructure said: "The upgrade, which has retained the iconic Frosses trees, will have knock-on impacts for the local economy and contribute to wider economic development for the region both in the short and in the long term." "I am mindful of the inconvenience experienced by local businesses and landowners on the route during the construction phase and would wish to extend my gratitude to them for their patience," she added.

Summary: The new £55m A26 Frosses dual-carriageway from Glarryford, near Ballymena, to Drones has opened.


In a post on her tumblr page, she wrote: "Zack and I are excited to announce that our identical twin girls have arrived!" adding "Our whole family is doing great!". She is expected to take "limited" time off for maternity leave. Yahoo announced on Wednesday a plan to spin off its core internet business into a separate company. Ms Mayer and her husband Zachary Bogue have a three-year-old son, Macallister. After his birth she took just two weeks off, sparking criticism that she was setting a bad precedent for working mothers at Yahoo. The company officially offers 16 weeks of maternity leave.

Summary: Marissa Mayer, chief executive of technology company Yahoo, gave birth to twin girls early on Thursday morning.


The 20-year-old suffered anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee in the opening game of the Championship season against Bolton in August. Head coach Darren Wassall told BBC Radio Derby: "He had an hour session and came through with flying colours. "He joined in the whole session and he looks in fine fettle. He had a big smile on his face all day." Wassall said taking part in the session was a "big moment" for England Under-21 star Hughes. "He completed everything," Wassall added. "And for a player to end with a small-sided game and contact when you have been out of for six or seven months is a huge relief. "With Will, we have a duty of care as a club to look after him. We certainly can't rush him, but the rehabilitation has been excellent. Hopefully he is through the worst of it now."

Summary: Derby County midfielder Will Hughes has returned to full training after seven months out with a knee injury.


The accident happened about five miles north of Luss at about 11:05. Police said the black Honda motorbike was travelling north when it was involved in a collision with a Range Rover and a Vauxhaull Mokka. The road was fully closed for about six hours and police have appealed for anyone with information about the crash to contact them. Sgt Archie McGuire said: "I would like to take this opportunity to thank motorists caught up in the delays for their patience. "I would appeal to anyone who saw a black Honda motorcycle travelling north along the A82 or witnessed the collision to contact police immediately. "In particular, I would like to speak to the driver of a black 4x4 vehicle, possibly a Ford pickup truck, who was heading southbound on the road and may have witnessed the incident."

Summary: An 86-year-old man has died after his motorbike collided with two other vehicles on the A82 near Loch Lomond.


The former wrestler joins the WRU from Toulon in the summer after his stint as head of strength and conditioning on the British and Irish Lions tour of New Zealand. Stridgeon has been a consultant with Wales since the 2015 Rugby World Cup. "I have enjoyed my time with Wales since linking up in 2015 and I'm excited at the opportunity," he said. Stridgeon previously worked with Wales coach Warren Gatland at Wasps, before moving on to England and Toulon. Gatland is currently on a sabbatical from his Wales role as he coaches the Lions, but he welcomed Stridgeon's appointment. "Paul's appointment is fantastic for Welsh rugby and I'm delighted that we have been able to secure his services," the New Zealander said. "I have worked alongside him in a number of roles and his impact with Wales since 2015 has been noticeable."

Summary: Paul Stridgeon has been appointed national physical performance manager by the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU).


The first two home games see Aston Villa come to Cardiff City Stadium the following Saturday, with Sheffield United three days later on 15 August. Cardiff are at Bolton Wanderers on 23 December then face Fulham at home on Boxing Day, while a trip to Queens Park Rangers awaits on New Year's Day. Neil Warnock's side end the season on Sunday, 6 May at home to Reading. Cardiff begin their EFL Cup campaign at home to League One new boys Portsmouth on Tuesday, 8 August. The Bluebirds will enter the FA Cup in the third round on 5-8 January, with their opponents being drawn after the completion of the second round at the start of December.

Summary: Cardiff City will begin their 2017-18 Championship campaign with a trip to Burton Albion on Saturday, 5 August.


The American space agency hope the experiment will help with robot design in the future. They sent the creatures to the International Space Station to see how they get on in zero gravity. Scientists say they managed to steady themselves very quickly after floating around and even grabbed onto each other for help. The research suggests that the insects use teamwork to search and explore, in a similar way to ants back on Earth. They tried their best to search and explore, working in a team, but weren't able to do as much as they do on Earth. But the experiment wasn't just about looking at how ants behave. Scientists hope that studying the way the ants ants moved around and work together in space will help in designing groups of robots to operate on the International Space Station in the future.

Summary: Nasa has sent ants into space to see if they behave in the same way as they do on Earth.


The men, from Walsall, are alleged to have carried out the offences in 2014. Nawaz Ahmed, 35, of Hucker Road; Amjad Khan, 35, of Durham Place, and Zahoor Ahmed, 45, of Alexandra Road, Palfrey, are due before Walsall magistrates. The offences include engaging in sexual activity with a child, inciting a child to engage in such activity and taking an indecent image. Amjad Khan and Zahoor Ahmed will appear before magistrates on Tuesday. Nawaz Khan is due to appear on 8 March. For updates on this and other Birmingham and Black Country stories

Summary: Three taxi drivers have been charged with child sex offences against a teenage girl.


BBC Wales and Arts Council of Wales said Horizons would continue into 2018. It was launched in 2014 and originally scheduled to run for two years, but was extended for one more year in 2016. Head Bethan Elfyn said: "We've had an overwhelming response, from artists, festival organisers and industry creatives wanting to work with us and people wanting to hear the music." The project, which supports emerging, independent Welsh musicians, has helped 36 artists since its inception. Director of enterprise and regeneration for the Arts Council of Wales, Sian Tomos, said: "Every year, Horizons showcases some brilliant artists and assists in the creation of a diverse mix of new music."

Summary: A project which helps new Welsh bands reach a wider audience will run for an extra year, it has been announced.


Tesco was the biggest loser on the FTSE 100 index, diving 5.73% after its full-year profits fell because of legal costs arising from a fine for overstating its profits in 2014. Rival Sainsbury's also came under strain, dropping 1.32%, while Morrisons suffered as well, shedding 1.07%. By the end of the day, the FTSE 100 had lost 16.51 points or 0.22% to 7,348.99. Miners also did badly with Rio Tinto, Anglo American, BHP Billiton and Glencore among the day's worst performers. On the currency markets, the pound rose 0.05% against the dollar to $1.24980 and was 0.02% up against the euro at 1.17820 euros.

Summary: London's top share market slipped on Wednesday, following a poor performance by the supermarket sector.


Long-standing divisions in Venezuela have been brought to the fore by a deepening economic crisis. GM said its Venezolana plant in the city of Valencia had been "unexpectedly taken by the public authorities". The US car giant said it would "take all legal actions" to defend its interests. It said other assets, including vehicles, had been taken from the plant in the industrial hub of Valencia, which is one of country's largest cities. The car firm added that the seizure would cause irreparable damage to the company, its 2,678 workers, its 79 dealers and to its suppliers. Venezuela's Information Ministry did not respond to a request for comment. At least three people were killed in protests this week against the government of President Nicolas Maduro. Venezuela's car industry has been hit by a lack of raw materials due to currency controls and stagnant local production.

Summary: General Motors has said its Venezuelan car plant has been seized by the government as political tension rises in the country.


Bartlett, 31, made 29 first-team appearances during an 18-month spell at Victoria Park. The ex-Kidderminster, Hereford and Gateshead player has previously coached in a part-time capacity at Newcastle. Pools still have keepers Ben Dudzinski, Ryan Catterick, injured Trevor Carson and on-loan Joe Fryer in their squad. "Everybody at the club would like to wish him all the very best in his new career," the Hartlepool statement read. Meanwhile, former Bristol City and Wolves goalkeeper Adriano Basso has been appointed as the new goalkeeper coach at Victoria Park. The 41-year-old left his position at FC United of Manchester to join up with Pools, and was part of Saturday's coaching team for the 2-0 defeat by Wycombe.

Summary: Hartlepool United have cancelled the contract of goalkeeper Adam Bartlett, who is to take up a full-time coaching role with Middlesbrough's academy.


The Bolton comic turned on the famous lights at 21:30 BST on Friday after a concert by X Factor winners Little Mix. The event marks the start of a three-day programme of entertainment on the Tower Festival Headland, including a Thriller Live show and a concert headlined by Rebecca Ferguson. The comedian said turning on the lights was a "massive big deal to me". Kay said Blackpool was a huge part of his life. "I did my first live stand up show there. We filmed Phoenix Nights there. We filmed Max and Paddy there," he said. Little Mix headlined the Illuminations Switch-On concert. There were also performances from Texas, Pixie Lott, Union J, George Ezra and Matt Cardle. The promenade lights will shine nightly until 9 November. Stretching for six miles, the Blackpool Illuminations attracted 3.5m visitors to the town last year.

Summary: Blackpool Illuminations are alight again - after comedian Peter Kay hosted the big switch-on.


A single blue Vauxhall Corsa hit a tree on Llay New Road in the Bradley area at about 02:35 GMT on Saturday. All six people in the car were in their late teens or early 20s. North Wales Police said the driver and another man have been transferred to hospital in Stoke in a critical condition. Another youth is in the Countess of Chester Hospital, also with serious injuries. The three other passengers sustained minor injuries. Sgt Jane Thomas from the Roads Policing Unit said: "I am appealing to anybody who may have witnessed the blue-coloured Vauxhall Corsa being driven prior to the collision to contact us. "Our enquiries are ongoing and anybody with information is asked to contact us on 101." North Wales Fire and Rescue Service said three people were trapped and had to be released from the car.

Summary: Two men have suffered serious life-threatening injuries and another four have been hurt in a crash in the early hours of the morning in Wrexham.


Firefighters in five appliances from both Kent and Essex were called to the east bore tunnel just before 13:00 BST. Both tunnels had to be closed while the fire was extinguished. There are no reports of any injuries. Amy Spencer tweeted: "Scariest moment ever, The Car in front of me was on fire in the dartford tunnel, we all had to evacuate." She added: "Thought I was going to die." Luca Regan, 14, from Colchester, said: "Everyone started to run and scream out of the tunnel in fear the car was going to explode." The fire has led to congestion in the area with traffic on the M25 anticlockwise queuing back to Junction 4 for Orpington.

Summary: Drivers were forced to flee their cars when a vehicle burst into flames in the Dartford Tunnel.


Mrs Foster was elected leader of the DUP in December 2015, following the retirement of Peter Robinson. The commission imposed the fine because the DUP missed a deadline to notify it of a change in its registered leader. The independent watchdog oversees elections and regulates political finance in the UK. The commission confirmed the DUP had paid the £1,000 penalty. A DUP spokesperson said: "Due to an administrative oversight the required notification was filed late. "The Electoral Commission have indicated to us that they consider the matter closed." Mrs Foster's appointment was ratified by the DUP's 90-member executive on 18 December 2015. She was the only candidate for the job as no other DUP member put their name forward for the role.

Summary: The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) has been fined £1,000 for failing to notify the Electoral Commission that Arlene Foster had become its leader.


The books, about Henry VIII's adviser Thomas Cromwell, are being adapted by Peter Straughan who co-wrote the 2011 film Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy. BBC Two controller Janice Hadlow said the channel was "very fortunate" to have the rights to the two novels. The six-part series is expected to be broadcast late next year. Wolf Hall was propelled into the bestseller lists after winning the Booker Prize in 2009. It tells the fictionalised account of Cromwell's rise and fall in the Tudor Court. Its sequel Bring Up The Bodies, which focuses on Henry's second wife Anne Boleyn, has been longlisted for this year's prize. The shortlist will be announced on 11 September. Mantel revealed in November she had plans for a third instalment, to be called The Mirror and the Light. The book will continue Cromwell's story until his execution in 1540.

Summary: Hilary Mantel's Booker Prize-winning novel Wolf Hall is to be adapted for BBC Two, along with its follow-up Bring Up the Bodies.


West Midlands Fire Service was alerted to the factory blaze at Howard Street Industrial Estate in Hill Top shortly before 22:00 BST on Saturday. At its height, more than 30 firefighters tackled the blaze, which has destroyed about 75% of the building, a service spokeswoman said. "There was a lot a smoke which led to a lot of calls about this incident," the spokeswoman added. The cause of the fire is not yet known.

Summary: Crews have tackled a "severe fire" at an industrial estate in West Bromwich.


The force has launched a 'Rate your local police' website which the public can log on to and give up to five stars for the service they have received. It aims to raise public confidence, help spot areas needed for improvement and create an easy way to get in touch as well as respond to feedback. Dyfed-Powys Police is the only force in Wales piloting this project. But it said the scheme is designed for leaving feedback and is not a forum for people to make formal complaints. Police and Crime Commissioner Christopher Salmon said: "I hope that this tool will encourage people to feedback on positive experiences but also inform the force of areas they think can be enhanced."

Summary: People can now post TripAdvisor-style reviews on their dealings with Dyfed-Powys Police.


Mushin Ahmed was attacked just off Fitzwilliam Road on Monday 10 August. Two men from the town have already been charged with assault with intent and were remanded in custody by magistrates. Damien Hunt, 29, of Doncaster Road, and 21-year-old Kieran Rice, of Oakes Meadow, are due to appear at Sheffield Crown Court on 28 August. Det Ch Insp Chris Singleton, of South Yorkshire Police, said: "He was a much loved and respected member of his community and his relatives are receiving specialist support from officers during this difficult time." Two other men, aged 29 and 24, arrested earlier this week have been bailed.

Summary: A man seriously injured in an assault in Rotherham has died in hospital.


The striker, 27, apologised on Twitter after two posts on Sunday expressing his frustration. He complained about sitting in the stand at Inverness and insisted playing was more important than money. Manager Ronny Deila said that Stokes' remarks "showed a lack of respect" to his team-mates. Deila also revealed prior to the 3-1 win over Inverness Caledonian Thistle that the matter would be dealt with internally. Capped nine times by the Republic of Ireland, Stokes moved to Celtic from Hibernian in 2010 and has scored 76 goals for the Scottish champions. The striker, who is out of contract at the end of the season, has started just once during this campaign, making one other appearance as a substitute.

Summary: Anthony Stokes has been suspended by Celtic for two weeks following his social media comments about being left out of the team.


Inflation as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) fell to 5.17%, down from February's figure of 5.37%. Better weather has meant agricultural harvests have been more controllable, stabilising the price of food. The dip in global oil prices also helped lower the rate, which is in line with the government's aim of keeping inflation below 6%. Analysts had forecast a rate of about 5.5% for March. In February, unseasonal rains had pushed up food prices. India's central bank has cut interest rates twice this year with its key rate now at 7.5%. Analysts say the bank could act again. Economist at Capital Economics Shilan Shah said: "This has raised the possibility of an interest rate cut outside the scheduled review cycle for the third time this year."

Summary: India's inflation rate fell to a three-month low last month, official figures have shown.


McGuigan has been chairman of the Shrimps for 16 years, and oversaw the club's relocation from Christie Stadium to the Globe Arena in 2010. Morecambe are 18th in League Two, 11 points clear of the relegation zone. "I feel the time is right for a new owner to take the club forward and build on a strong platform that exists today," McGuigan said in a statement. "At present we are looking for expressions of interests from individuals who have the financial ability to take this club further." Morecambe, who McGuigan confirmed were "virtually debt-free", have been in League Two ever since they beat Exeter City at Wembley nine years ago to win promotion to the Football League.

Summary: Morecambe chairman and majority shareholder Peter McGuigan has put the League Two club up for sale.


Andy Fleming netted the opener on 76 minutes, lashing home after Shaun Miller's shot had been blocked. Four minutes later, Ryan Sweeney was dismissed for pulling back Tom Barkhuizen in the box and Jamie Devitt coolly despatched the spot-kick. George Francomb made sure of a nervy finish with a fine strike from the edge of the area, but Morecambe held on. AFC Wimbledon manager Neal Ardley told BBC Radio London: Media playback is not supported on this device "Of course it's disappointing. It's been a tough week for us as we've lost two players through sending-offs. "I didn't think there was much in the game, I didn't think we were great in the first half. I think we were much better in the second. "Moments change games. It's a moment away from 1-1, before you know it you're 2-0 down."

Summary: Morecambe secured their first win in 11 games with a narrow victory over 10-man Wimbledon in League Two.


Ecce Homo earned the nickname 'Monkey Christ' after Cecilia Gimenez attempted to restore it. Officials in the town of Borja in northeast Spain say it has drawn more than 40,000 visitors and raised more than 50,000 Euros for charity. Gimenez and the local council are also set to sign a merchandising deal. The fresco had held pride of place in the Sanctuary of Mercy Church near Zaragoza for more than 100 years. Cultural officials said she had the best intentions and hoped it could be properly restored. But officials say it is not now possible to restore the painting's original look. Since then 81-year-old Gimenez had also her own art exhibited. The fresco depicts Christ with a crown of thorns in a style known as "Ecce Homo" (Behold the Man). Amid last year's ridicule, some dubbed it "Ecce Mono" - Behold the Monkey.

Summary: A Spanish fresco that made headlines around the world after its restoration was botched by an elderly parishioner has had a change in fortune.


Ashley Daniel Talbot was run over by PE teacher Chris Brooks, 34, at Maesteg Comprehensive School, Bridgend county, on 10 December 2014. A second 13-year-old boy suffered minor injuries. South Wales Police said it had questioned Mr Brooks but confirmed no action would be taken against him. The force said Ashley's family had been informed and a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident continued. In a tribute released after his death, Ashley's family described him as a "typical teenager, a practical joker with a wicked infectious laugh". Pupils at the school also paid tribute to a "good friend" and said the gap he had left could never be filled.

Summary: Police will not take any further action against a teacher driving a school minibus which hit and killed a 15-year-old pupil.


The 23-year-old, who joined the Potters in January 2013, was already committed to Stoke until 2019 but has extended his deal for another two years. Butland has made 99 saves this season, the most in the Premier League, and kept 10 clean sheets. He is in the England squad for their pre-Euro 2016 friendlies against Germany and the Netherlands. Butland became England's youngest goalkeeper when he made his debut against Italy in August 2012 aged 19. He has had to wait until this season to add to his England appearances, starting the Euro 2016 qualifier against Lithuania, which they won 3-0. Stoke chief executive Tony Scholes said Butland had "exceeded expectations". He added: "As a club we feel it's important that we tie down our talented young players on lengthy contracts and Jack's new deal is a fitting reward for his progress this season."

Summary: Stoke City goalkeeper Jack Butland has signed a new five-and-a-half-year contract.


Numbers obtained by a prison reform charity showed a decline each year from 2010 to 2014. The Dyfed-Powys force area had the greatest dip at 70%, with South Wales the smallest at 47%. The Howard League for Penal Reform said it was down to work done to keep children out of the criminal justice system. Across Wales, child arrests were down from 13,889 in 2010 to 6,199 in 2014, a response to the charity's Freedom of Information request showed. There was a fall of 61% in the Gwent Police area and 55% in north Wales. The Howard League said the figures closely matched an average drop of 54% across Wales and England as a whole. Of those arrested, 83% were boys.

Summary: The annual number of child arrests in Wales - almost 6,200 - has dropped 55% in four years, new figures have shown.


Amar Atwal was in a collision in Hollyhedge Road, West Bromwich on 27 May, along with two relatives, a 12-year-old boy and a 44-year-old woman. They remain seriously ill in hospital with multiple injuries. The Atwal family, from Great Barr, said they were "devastated" by Amar's death, but had donated his organs in the hope they would prove "life-changing" for others. The driver of the other car - a man aged 34 - was uninjured. Sgt Adam Green from West Midlands Police said: "We are extremely saddened to learn that this crash has now claimed Amar's life and our thoughts are with his family at this time." An investigation into the cause of the crash is under way.

Summary: A 12-year-old boy has died days after being injured in a two-car crash.


Thomas Gill, whom police said was 28 and lived on Baldmoor Lake Road in Birmingham, was jailed for 16 months for being in breach of a court order. Judge Carmel Wall said he had been ordered not to harass the woman and ruled he was in contempt of court. The judge said the city council took legal action against Gill. Updates on this story and more from Birmingham He also indicated the woman had lived in Sutton Coldfield. Gill had left the bag of tricks at her home shortly before Christmas. The judge concluded the stunt was one of seven breaches of an injunction. Gill had also shouted at the woman, threatened violence, damaged property and pestered her on Facebook, said the judge. Detail has emerged in a written ruling by the judge following a hearing at Birmingham County Court.

Summary: A man who left a bag filled with a magic set, an Xbox and a Dictaphone containing an abusive message recording at a woman's home has been jailed.


The 26-year-old Saracens forward will have surgery on Tuesday and will be out for up to three months. However, prop Mako Vunipola will join up with Eddie Jones' squad this week as they prepare to face Wales on Saturday. It is hoped the Saracens man, 26, who is recovering from a knee problem, will be fit to play some part in the latter stages of the championship. Kruis, who had only just recovered from a fractured cheekbone, missed England's Six Nations opener against France on Saturday after picking up the injury in training on Tuesday. The set-back is a blow to Kruis' chances of making Warren Gatland's British and Irish Lions squad, which is due to be named on 19 April. The Lions' tour of New Zealand begins in June.

Summary: England lock George Kruis has been ruled out of the Six Nations with a knee ligament injury.


Shields, 36, quit the Sheffield Steelers earlier this month despite having scored 14 goals for the club this season. The Scottish native helped the Giants clinch the league title in 2006. In his second spell in Belfast, Shields was part of two Challenge Cup-winning teams and also helped the club win the play-offs competition. Shields is likely to be available for Thursday evening's league clash against Braehead at the Odyssey Arena (19:00 GMT). The Giants go into Thursday's round of fixtures six points behind leaders Nottingham although Belfast have two games in hand on the Panthers. Nottingham defeated Sheffield in a shoot-out on Wednesday evening and the same teams meet again on Thursday evening.

Summary: Colin Shields has signed a deal to return for a third spell with the Belfast Giants.


Highways England has proposed junction 10A, claiming it will reduce congestion at junction 10 about 700 metres (0.4 miles) to the east. The new junction will use two bridges and connect to the A20 and a new dual carriageway link road built to the A2070 near Sevington. Project manager Salvatore Zappala said it would "unlock the potential for future growth in the Ashford area". A nine-week public consultation on the plans will run from 14 January until 17 March. There will also be a series of public exhibitions in Ashford.

Summary: Views are being sought on the building of a new junction on the M20 in Kent.


Walker, 23, was injured in a collision and taken to Miami's Jackson Memorial Hospital, where he died on Friday. "We are grieving the loss of a special young man," said the Ravens on Twitter, of Walker, who was drafted in 2015 and played eight games last season. "Tray was a young man with a good and kind heart," added Ravens coach John Harbaugh in a statement. "He was humble and loved everything about being part of the Ravens' team. He loved his team-mates, the practice and the preparation, and that showed every day. "He was coachable, did his most to improve and worked to become the best. I'll never forget that smile."

Summary: Baltimore Ravens cornerback Tray Walker has died 24 hours after a dirt bike accident in Florida on Thursday.


Appledore Shipyard handed over a 50m euros (Â£41m) ship to the service in April and is currently working on another vessel ordered in 2010. The yard in north Devon employs more than 300 people. Babcock, the company which owns the yard, said keeping to budget and time deadlines with previous orders had helped to secure the third contract. Since 2002, the shipyard has built only parts of vessels, which have been floated away for other yards to complete. The shipyard was founded in 1855, but went into administration in 2003. The yard was then bought by engineering contractors Babcock.

Summary: A Devon shipyard has won a contract to build a third patrol vessel for the Irish Navy.


William Fearn, from Hodge Hill, Birmingham, served in North Africa in 1940 before being deployed to Malta for two years. He was decorated with the Africa Star, the Defence Medal, the 1939-1945 Star and the 1945 War Medal. Police said the medals, taken between Thursday and Tuesday, were "worth a few pounds" to anyone trying to sell them. But they were "priceless" to Mr Fearn and his family, the West Midlands force said. PC Lee Parry said the thieves may have stolen the medals "thinking they were of high value". Officers were checking CCTV and speaking to residents, local stores and second hand dealers.

Summary: A 97-year-old World War Two veteran has had service medals stolen in a burglary while he was in hospital.


A week-long festival celebrating the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community is set to be staged next July. UK Pride will feature events covering "a range of subjects and artforms", its organisers said. Andy Train described it as a "tremendous accolade for us in Hull". A number of towns and cities, including 2017 City of Culture Hull, have hosted high-profile pride events before, but none with a national tag, Mr Train said. "Much like how EuroPride is the focus of the European pride calendar, we're confident that the title of UK Pride will enhance the event given the honour each year by attracting additional funding and promotion," he said. "This will bring even more people to the city during Hull's premier LGBT+ celebration."

Summary: The UK's "first ever" national LGBT+ pride event is to be held in Hull - 50 years after homosexuality was decriminalised in Great Britain.


Mohammad Sharif Malekzadeh is reportedly accused of corruption and denies the charges. A number of people linked to the president have been dismissed and arrested in recent months. Mr Malekzadeh was made deputy foreign minister last Saturday, but was forced to quit three days later, after a protest by parliamentarians. A politician, Esmaeel Kosari, told the Mehr semi-official news agency that Thursday's arrest of Mr Malekzadeh was because of "financial charges". Correspondents say the arrest appears to be another example of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei using his vast powers to rein in Mr Ahmadinejad, who has often challenged his authority. Mr Malekzadeh has close connections to Mr Ahmadinejad's chief of staff, Esfandiar Rahim Mashaie, whom conservatives accuse of being part of a "deviant current" attempting to promote nationalist politics over Islamic clerical rule. President Ahmadinejad is thought to favour Mr Mashaie to run in presidential elections in 2013.

Summary: An ally of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has been arrested, according to the country's media.


The 29-year-old, who can play at lock or in the back row, had two spells at Bristol either side of playing for Exeter Chiefs and London Scottish. "James is an excellent addition and comes with considerable Premiership experience," Bath's director of rugby Todd Blackadder told the club website. "He is a big, powerful forward with a strong carrying game." Bristol-born Phillips scored 16 tries for the Championship-bound club, who were relegated from the top flight at the end of 2016-17.

Summary: Bath have signed Bristol's long-serving, versatile forward James Phillips on a one-year deal.


Hasnain Khan, 18, of Bradford, is also charged with robbery and attempted robbery following the shooting in Cemetery Road, Dewsbury on 1 February. The victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries after the shooting. Mr Khan was remanded in custody by Bradford magistrates to appear before the city's crown court on 10 March. Meanwhile, three men aged 31, 30 and 19 have been released on bail, said police. A fifth man, aged 18, has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, robbery and attempted robbery and remains in custody.

Summary: A man has appeared in court charged with attempted murder after a 24-year-old was shot.


It is part of a world festival of public science talks, which is coming to Wales for the first time. The three-day Pint of Science event will see 24 scientists giving demonstrations, live experiments and talks in the city's pubs from Monday. Events also take place in more than 100 other cities across 12 countries and also include quizzes and puzzles. Festival co-ordinator Michael Motskin said: "Science can often get lost in translation, leading to the spread of pseudo-science and myths. "The best way to overcome this is for people to be able to talk to scientists directly in a familiar environment, such as in a pub over a pint."

Summary: Scientists will take to the stage in Cardiff pubs to tell people about their research.


Streather, 29, failed to make a Premiership appearance last term and was released at the end of the season. He joined the club from Nottingham in 2013 and went on to make 30 appearances in all competitions. "With the medical advice I have received, there is no other option for my long-term health and well-being," Streather said. "I've been lucky to have enjoyed my time in the game, with Nottingham in the Championship and four amazing years at Saracens. "I leave the game having made so many wonderful memories on and off the pitch and I've made some friends for life along the way."

Summary: Former Saracens centre Tim Streather has retired from rugby union on medical advice with a persistent knee injury.


The bus collided head-on with a goods vehicle near the city of Khairpur in Sindh province, officials say. The bus was travelling overnight from Swat, in the north-west, to the port city of Karachi. Deadly accidents are common on Pakistan's roads - often caused by reckless driving, poorly maintained surfaces or unsuitable vehicles. The BBC's Shahzeb Jillani in Islamabad says that most of those killed in the accident early on Tuesday morning were women and children. At least 15 people were injured - some seriously - and are being treated in hospital. Medical Superintendent of the Khairpur district hospital Ghulam Jaffar Soomro told Geo TV that it looked as if the bus overturned at high speed. Police say there were 65 passengers in the bus and that a morning fog which covered the highway at the time of the collision could have played a part in the accident.

Summary: At least 50 people have been killed in an accident involving a bus and a truck in southern Pakistan.


The 22-year-old, who scored 19 goals in 40 appearances for Dale last season, has signed a three-year deal with the Bees. Hogan started his career with Rochdale, but was released in 2010 before he had made a first-team appearance. "We are delighted to have secured Scott, a player we have tracked for a long period," said boss Mark Warburton. "We have admired his obvious goalscoring ability and all-round contribution over that period of time. "Scott fits our criteria in terms of age and development and potential." Hogan spent three years in non-league football with Halifax and Hyde, before returning to Dale on a two-year deal. He is expected to be involved in Brentford's friendly against Barnet on Tuesday.

Summary: Championship newcomers Brentford have signed striker Scott Hogan from Rochdale for an undisclosed fee.


The midfielder returned for Saturday's 0-0 draw at home to Kilmarnock after missing four matches but was hurt late in the game. Manager Ronny Deila is not certain if the Scotland skipper will require surgery after a scan on Monday revealed the damage. "We don't know for sure yet," said Deila. "But it could be eight to 12 weeks." Deila said that the setback had nothing to do with Brown's previous injury. "He was unfortunate in a challenge at the end of the game," explained the Norwegian. "He twisted it and he has an injury in the outside ligament. "We don't know if he needs an operation but we hope that is not necessary. "It is always tough to lose your captain but we won a lot of games during the last period he was out. "It gives the other players more responsibility and they will grow with that."

Summary: Celtic captain Scott Brown is facing up to three months out with a knee injury.


Denis Petkov, 19, was found with stab wounds after an incident on East Hanningfield Road, Rettendon, just after midnight on Saturday 11 March. He was treated by paramedics but died at the scene. Mihal Dobrev, of East Hanningfield Road, appeared before Chelmsford Crown Court and pleaded not guilty to murder. Mr Dobrev is due to stand trial on 10 July.

Summary: A 37-year-old man has denied murdering a Bulgarian teenager in Essex.


The girl was reportedly dragged into a car by two men as she walked down a street in Longsight on Wednesday, then raped and sexually assaulted. Officers now say she was not abducted or raped, but she has been a victim of sexual offences. Police said specially-trained officers are supporting her. Det Ch Insp Andy Cunliffe from Greater Manchester Police said: "We do not believe that there is a threat to the wider public and would like to reassure the community that we are carrying out a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding this incident."

Summary: Police investigating sex offences against a 14-year-old in Greater Manchester have established the girl was not kidnapped.


The 21-year-old kicked 35 points over two legs in the Championship play-off final as Bristol won promotion. Sheedy has not featured at all for Bristol in the Premiership this season after suffering a hamstring injury. "He's worked his way back to fitness and should be an exciting addition to our back-line," Jersey head coach Harvey Biljon said. Sheedy will be on the bench for injury-hit Jersey as they travel to Merthyr Tydfil to face Cardiff Blues Premiership Select in the British and Irish Cup on Saturday. For the latest rugby union news follow @bbcrugbyunion on Twitter.

Summary: Bristol fly-half Callum Sheedy has joined Championship side Jersey Reds on a dual-registration deal.


The bid would bring ultrafast broadband to the region, benefiting businesses in the technology and creative industries. Carmarthenshire council leader Emlyn Dole said if successful it will "provide the jobs and regeneration that is our priority for the county". The bid must go before Chancellor George Osborne for approval. In Carmarthenshire the city deal would also support a £100m Wellness and Life Science Village in Llanelli; S4C's new home at Yr Egin in Carmarthen; and the Cross Hands East strategic employment site. The bid has been analysed by Cardiff University and it is estimated the economic potential could see 33,000 jobs created over 20 years - worth £3.3bn in output.

Summary: A £500m city deal plan for Swansea Bay will bring huge benefits to Carmarthenshire, say leading local politicians.


Back Malouf, 24, made his international Sevens debut in 2012 and played every game of the 2013 and 2014 World Series, as well as last year's Olympic Games. Wales Sevens international Owen, 28, can also play at fly-half and full-back. He was released from his deal with Pro12 side Scarlets this month. The length of contracts for the two players has not been revealed. Tigers head coach Matt O'Connor said Owen's experience and Malouf's versatility would boost their backline options. "He (Owen) is a natural footballer in the midfield and works well with the players around him," O'Connor said. "Nick has the ability to play at centre or wing, and has good power and pace. "He is now at a point in his career where he wants to focus on the full version of the game again and we'd like to see him develop with us."

Summary: Leicester Tigers have signed Australia Sevens star Nick Malouf and completed a deal for Welsh centre Gareth Owen.


Alison Howe, 45, and Lisa Lees, 47, both from Royton, Oldham, had arrived in the foyer shortly before the attack at the Ariana Grande gig on Monday. Ms Lees' brother Lee Hunter said on Facebook she would "never ever [be] forgotten". Ms Howe's stepson Jordan Howe said was "caring" and "beautiful". Their daughters are believed to be safe. Royton North councillor James Larkin tweeted that a book of condolence had been opened at Royton Town Hall and specialist staff would be on hand to support people in the area. The two women were among 22 people who were killed in the explosion. A further 59 people, including children, were injured and taken to hospital after the concert.

Summary: Two friends who were waiting together to pick up their children died in the explosion at Manchester Arena, their families have confirmed.


Brennan reached the landmark on the 13-8 favourite, trained by Fergal O'Brien, in the mares' novices hurdle. The 35-year-old Irishman, who won the Cheltenham Gold Cup in 2010 on Imperial Commander, said: "My ambition ever since I came to England was to ride 1,000 winners and win a Gold Cup. "I count myself very lucky. It's a landmark I'm very proud of." As well as Imperial Commander, Brennan has ridden top-class horses including Cue Card, Inglis Drever and Tidal Bay. He is one of an elite group to pass the 1,000 winners mark, although he is a long way short of the all-time record of 4,358 held by Sir Anthony McCoy.

Summary: Jockey Paddy Brennan has clocked up his 1,000th jumps win in Britain and Ireland - on Colin's Sister at Warwick.


Backpacker Jack Davies, 21, who was known as Jay, had been travelling in Thailand for three years when he died at Ko Phi Phi near Phuket. The cause of his death is still being investigated and government officials are supporting his family. In a statement, his parents Christine and Jonathan Davies said: "He was a lovely boy and everybody loved him." The Llanelli Star newspaper said Jack, who studied at Coleg Sir Gar, had been working and travelling in the south east Asia country for the past three years. A Foreign & Commonwealth Office spokesperson said: "We are providing consular assistance to the family at this difficult time."

Summary: Tributes have been paid to a Carmarthenshire man who died while working on an island in Thailand.


The lines on Chatham Street, Leicester, have been in place for some time but were repainted earlier in November. They were spotted by a Leicester Mercury reader who asked whether they were "the smallest double yellow lines in Leicester?" The city council said the area helped to differentiate between a disabled parking bay and a regular parking bay. A spokesman said: "We no longer use a small section of yellow line to differentiate between bays in this way, but as this one was already there it has been renewed as part of a wider programme of yellow line-painting along Wellington Street. "The work will have been carried out under our wider road-marking budget so the costs of that specific bit being renewed are probably around £1."

Summary: A small section of double yellow lines, measuring roughly 60cm (2ft), cost a council about £1 to paint.


PC Simon Reynolds, 38, was found guilty after a trial of assaulting a 27-year-old man outside a nightclub in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, in November, 2014. He was handed an eight-week suspended sentence at Swansea Magistrates' Court in September. However, on Friday, a judge quashed his conviction at Swansea Crown Court. An inquiry into PC Reynolds' conduct was launched after a referral to police watchdog, the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC). It related to the alleged assault of a man arrested outside Bar Luna in the town centre. The IPCC confirmed PC Reynolds, who always denied any wrongdoing, was successful in his appeal.

Summary: A Dyfed-Powys Police officer has had an assault conviction overturned on appeal.


Valentin Stocker opened the scoring for Hertha six minutes after the break. Striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang had a penalty saved for the hosts, but then converted Ousmane Dembele's cutback 10 minutes from time to earn a point. Emre Mor was sent off for Dortmund after a push on Sebastian Langkamp, with goalscorer Stocker also dismissed. The Swiss forward was sent off for a dangerous tackle in the final seconds. The draw was a club-record 25th successive unbeaten home game for Dortmund, but the second game in a row they have failed to win after defeat by Bayer Leverkusen last time out. Thomas Tuchel's side are third behind Hertha and leaders Bayern Munich, who play Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday.

Summary: Borussia Dortmund were held to a draw by second-placed Hertha Berlin in a Bundesliga match featuring two red cards and a missed penalty.


The cuts include a reduction, but modernisation, of the local authority's gritter fleet and the loss of 45 secondary school teaching posts. Cutting 15 other secondary teaching jobs and reducing the time P4-7 pupils spend in class have been delayed. The public sector union Unison has said the savings will lead to the loss of 700 jobs across council departments. Councillors voted on the package at a meeting of the full council in Inverness on Thursday. It involves £17.4m savings in 2015/16, £10.2m in 2016/17, £6.3m in 2017/18 and £8.9m in 2018/19. The council said 312 full-time posts will be lost over the four years. It will seek to avoid compulsory redundancies. The council had been trying to find savings of £64m over four years, but adjusted that figure to about £55m ahead of Thursday's meeting. Following the meeting, it said that it still had to identify £14m of savings.

Summary: A package of savings totalling £42.8m over four years has been agreed by Highland Council.


The the £15m Spanish striker has yet to make his debut for the club because of a thigh injury and manager Francesco Guidolin says the 23-year-old is still getting up to speed. "Borja has to go slow for two, three days," Italian Guidolin said. "He's not injured, but he has to go slow. Guidolin added: "I hope to have him available for the bench for Sunday, but I'm not sure at the moment." The Swans boss also suggested 22-year-old defender Alfie Mawson is close to making his first-team bow after joining from Barnsley. "He is a young player, but I like him and I think he is almost ready to play in the Premier League," said Guidolin. "I think he will be a good surprise for our fans, for our club." Subscribe to the BBC Sport newsletter to get our pick of news, features and video sent to your inbox.

Summary: Swansea City record signing Borja Baston is unlikely to be ready to start against Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday.