Cavill is best known for his role as Charles Brandon in the BBC historical drama The Tudors. He was once dubbed "the unluckiest man in Hollywood" by Empire magazine, after missing out on several roles including Batman and James Bond. And Brandon Routh beat him to the Superman role in 2006 movie, Superman Returns. He is the third British actor to be cast as a Hollywood superhero recently. Cavill, who was born in Jersey, follows in the footsteps of Christian Bale as Batman and Andrew Garfield, who is the new Spider-Man. The new Superman movie has no title or release date yet. It will be directed by Zack Snyder, who said in a statement that Cavill was "the perfect choice to don the cape and S shield."

Summary: British actor Henry Cavill is to star as Superman in the next movie about the flying superhero.


The vehicle ploughed into the property in Kingswood Avenue in the Park North area at around 06:15 BST. A police spokesman said the 4x4 had been involved in a collision with a Mazda and had accelerated into a front room where the home owner was sleeping. The occupants of the silver Mazda - three or four young men - fled the scene and are being sought by police. Wiltshire Police said neither the driver of the Range Rover or the occupant of the house were injured. But a spokesman said the young men, thought to be in their late teens or early twenties, may have have suffered a number of potentially serious injuries including a head injury and a broken arm. Officers are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

Summary: A Range Rover has smashed into the living room of a house in Swindon, narrowly missing an occupant.


Media playback is not supported on this device Mclean, 31, has been given a three-week ban as a result of a dangerous tackle in the 29-15 win on Saturday. The ban was cut from six weeks as Mclean pleaded guilty to the offence and a disciplinary committee deemed there were no "aggravating factors". The 2014 World Cup winner will miss matches against Scotland on 11 March and Ireland six days later. "Taking into consideration that the player has no scheduled matches on the weekend of March 4/5, the player is suspended until midnight on Sunday, March 26," read a Six Nations statement. Mclean captained England to victory over Canada in the 2014 World Cup final. England and Ireland sit first and second respectively in the Six Nations as the only sides with maximum points with two matches left to play.

Summary: England fly-half Katy Mclean will miss the rest the Women's Six Nations after being sent off against Italy.


Andrew Lewis, 23, from Aberfan, was killed when the motorcycle he was riding on collided with a Ford C-Max at Golwg-yr-Afon in the village at about 16:45 BST on Saturday. His family said they are "in total shock" and he was "loved by everyone". The motorbike driver, 24, is being treated in hospital while the driver of the car was unhurt. The road between Ynysowen community primary school and the refuse tip was closed for four hours while South Wales Police forensic teams investigated how the collision occurred. A family tribute read: "Andrew was a much loved son, brother, father and uncle. "He was loved by everyone that knew him and the family are in total shock and totally heartbroken following the tragic death of Andrew." Police have appealed for witnesses.

Summary: A "heartbroken" family has paid tribute to a motorcycle passenger who died in a crash in Merthyr Tydfil county.


The man, who has not been formally identified, was believed to be a 34-year-old from the Yardley area, West Midlands Police said. The body was found at a property on Carlton Road, Bordesley Green, at about 23.30 BST on Friday. Eleven people who were arrested in connection with his death have been released on police bail. The 11 - five men aged 45, 33, 28, 24 and 23, four women aged 50, 41, 25 and 19 and two boys, aged 15 - are all thought to be known to the dead man, police said. Officers are appealing to anyone who may have seen the man's car - a white Toyota Yaris registration FM64 PHU - in and around Carlton Road on Thursday or Friday. The car was found about a mile away in Adderley Road on Friday evening.

Summary: A man found dead in a Birmingham shed was killed by multiple stab wounds, a post-mortem examination has revealed.


She was a dancer on the popular American television show, Dance Moms, where her team mates included Maddie Ziegler. Since then she's been pretty busy - she's recorded a single, made giant bows popular and has her own YouTube channel. Now we need your questions for JoJo - have you got something you'd love her to answer? You can even send us your video questions so she can see what you're asking. Perhaps you want to know: Send in your questions for JoJo to newsroundcomments@bbc.co.uk And remember to send us your video questions. too. You must ask your parent, teacher or guardian for permission before you send us a picture or video. We may show your picture or video on our website or in our TV bulletins. We'll show your first name and which town you're from - but we won't use your details for anything else.

Summary: If you're a fan of giant bows then you've probably heard of JoJo Siwa.


The blaze broke out shortly after 21:00 BST on Sunday night. Twenty-two firefighters from Strabane, Londonderry, Castlederg and Newtownstewart fought the flames. The operation ended at midnight. The building has been "significantly damaged by the fire", said NIFRS western commander Mark Deeney. There have been a series of arson attacks at the site in recent years, including two fires within the space of two days in June. The former linen mill dates back to 1835 and was owned by the Herdman family for more than 170 years. It once employed more than 1,000 people but it closed as a working mill in 2004. Ten years later, the derelict site was bought by County Tyrone lottery winner Margaret Loughrey from Strabane. It was reported at the time that she paid Â£1m for the site, just months after she won almost Â£27m in the Euromillions jackpot in December 2013.

Summary: A major fire at the derelict Herdman's Mill in Sion Mills was arson, the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) has said.


Bishop Challoner Catholic College, in Kings Heath, said Logan Kehoe, who was in year eight, was "a much loved and valued young student". Head teacher Kevin McEvoy said: "Our thoughts and prayers are for Logan and his family at this sad time." He added that Logan was "highly regarded as an excellent young footballer". Logan played at centre-half for Birmingham City Football Club's under-13s team. The college said it was working with Birmingham Educational Psychology Service to provide support for children and staff. Tributes have been posted on Logan's Facebook page. Amy Porter posted: "Too Young To Be Taken Away From Us All, Gone But Never Forgotten , Gonna Miss U Logan, And That Cheeky Smile You Always Had, Words Can't Describe How I'm Feeling." Olivia Mullen posted that Logan would "never be forgotten".

Summary: A teenager from Birmingham has died while on holiday in Lanzarote, his school has said.


Constance Davies, 88, was at home in Maesteg, Bridgend county, when Gavin Tainton burst in demanding money. Debt-ridden Tainton, 32, was jailed in February after being convicted of robbery at Cardiff Crown Court. His sentence was increased at the Court of Appeal in London on Wednesday. Lord Justice Fulford, sitting with Mr Justice Spencer and Mr Justice Holgate, noted the "extreme frailty" of Tainton's victim - who is 5ft 2in and weighs barely seven stone. He said: "This vulnerable and elderly lady was brutally attacked in her own home. "Her injuries, given her time of life and her frailty, were significant and the impact of this offence - both physically and psychologically - will be permanent." His case reached the Court of Appeal after lawyers for the Solicitor General, Robert Buckland QC, urged the three judges to increase his "unduly lenient" sentence.

Summary: A window cleaner who tied up an 88-year-old woman, threatened her into silence and stole £15 has had his "significantly too short" 10-year sentence increased to 14 years.


Atherton completed a British one-two with Tahnee Seagrave in Leogang, Austria, to pass the record held by France's Anne-Caroline Chausson. The 28-year-old's winning run goes back to June 2015, starting at Fort William. "I had a really wild run," said the four-time World Cup champion. "I felt the pressure today, I felt the nerves a bit. I'm pretty relieved." Atherton has added four wins in the opening four World Cup races this year to six at the end of last season. She finished 5.3 seconds clear of nearest rival Seagrave, 20, on Sunday for a 30th World Cup career win.

Summary: Britain's Rachel Atherton won a record 10th successive UCI Mountain Bike Downhill World Cup event on Sunday.


Two 13-year-old boys, a 16-year-old boy and a 24-year-old man were charged with violent disorder after an incident on 20 October. A 17-year-old girl and a 20-year-old man were charged with breaching a dispersal order. The order will remain in place this weekend and extra patrols will take place across Newport, police said. The 24-year-old was remanded to appear in court on Saturday, while the three boys were bailed until 22 November. The 17-year-old girl was bailed until 10 November and the 20-year-old man until 8 November. Officers said they were still reviewing CCTV and asking for information about anyone involved.

Summary: Four teenagers and two men have been charged following disorder in Newport.


Nafea Faa Ipoipo (Tahitian for When Will You Marry?), by French artist Paul Gauguin, has just been bought for Â£197 MILLION. It was previously owned by a Swiss art collector, who had loaned it to a museum in Switzerland for decades. The buyer's identity hasn't been revealed, but it's reported to be a museum in Qatar, in the Middle East. The previous record holder was a painting called The Card Players by another French artist, Paul Cezanne. It fetched Â£158 million.

Summary: This painting of two girls from Tahiti has become the most expensive artwork ever sold.


Its survey indicates 70% of UK adults, 31 million, watched TV via free catch-up services such as BBC iPlayer and ITV Hub in September and October. Meanwhile, 16% of web-connected adults viewed catch-up TV on a tablet. Traditional live TV remained the most popular way of tuning in, however. Of the 9,000 individuals surveyed, more used these tech-savvy television services in the UK than in the US, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Australia, Spain or Sweden. "UK viewers won't be tied to the TV schedule this Christmas," Ofcom director of research James Thickett said. "More than anywhere else, we're watching TV and films at a time that suits us, on a range of devices, in and out of the home. "So this year, more people can fit their festive TV viewing around opening presents and carving the turkey."

Summary: British viewers are more likely than those in other developed nations to watch on-demand TV this Christmas, the UK's telecoms regulator Ofcom is predicting.


The Independent received 41% of the first preference votes. He was elected after the second preference votes were counted, when no candidates received more than 50% of first preference votes. Mr Surl received a total of 78,592 first and second preferences compared to his nearest challenger, Conservative's Will Windsor-Clive. Mr Windsor-Clive received 51,567 of the first and second preference votes. The only other candidate, Labour's Barry Kirby, was eliminated after the first round of counting because he did not have enough votes to continue. Turnout was 30%, up from 17% in 2012. Mr Surl said he wanted to thank everyone who "made it possible" for him, but added: "The work is just beginning here now. "I will do my very, very best to serve the county well, to make sure the police serve you well, and that we are a decent, honourable county."

Summary: Martin Surl has been re-elected to the role of Police and Crime Commissioner for Gloucestershire.


Remus, 15, Janko, 12, and 10-year-old David Matloch were last seen in Newcastle on Monday evening. The boys disappeared after going on a bike ride to a local park, sparking a UK-wide search. Northumbria Police said a total of seven people had been arrested in connection with the case. Two men, aged 47 and 22, and a 23-year-old woman were arrested in Lancashire earlier. A 37-year-old man was arrested in London and another man, aged 41, was arrested in Newcastle, on Thursday evening. Officers are continuing to question a 34-year-old man and a woman of 39, arrested in Birmingham on Wednesday.

Summary: Three brothers who went missing from Sunderland have been found safe and well at a house in Accrington, Lancashire.


The club's longest-serving player last week said the deal was almost done, but would not be finalised until after Forest knew if they would still be in the Championship next season. Cohen scored one of the goals in the 3-0 win over Ipswich Town on Sunday which secured second-tier survival. The 30-year-old joined Forest from Yeovil Town in 2007 and has played 302 games for the club.

Summary: Nottingham Forest club captain Chris Cohen has signed a one-year contract.


The 21-year-old local man was in the front seat of a BMW 318 which crashed with another car on the A281 north of Cowfold on Saturday. He was flown to St George's Hospital in Tooting, south London, where he died from his injuries. The car crashed with a VW Polo between Cowfold and the A281 junction with Picts Lane. Three people trapped in the cars were freed by West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service. The two drivers, both women in their 20s, were taken by ambulance to the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton, with serious injuries. Sussex Police have renewed their appeal for any witnesses to the crash to come forward.

Summary: A passenger in a car which crashed in West Sussex has died in hospital.


Blackburn tried to sign the 28-year-old Nigerian on transfer deadline day but there were issues with the work permit. He is now back in Scotland and has returned to training with Celtic. "I think the football club have worked really hard behind the scenes to make that happen, but it is not going to be happening," said Mowbray. He told BBC Radio Lancashire: "I spoke to the boy and enjoyed his company as he is a football guy but he understood the situation - it was very, very difficult for us to get a work permit for him. "It is potentially five, six or seven weeks out which takes a lot of games out. Whether we address it again, we will see."

Summary: Celtic defender Efe Ambrose will not be coming to Blackburn on loan because of work permit issues, says Rovers new head coach Tony Mowbray.


Kamil Gryszkiewicz, 27, unemployed and of no fixed address, was found not guilty of one count of rape following a trial at Brighton Crown Court. He had always denied attacking the 18-year-old woman as she walked along a path off Haslett Avenue East, in Three Bridges, Crawley, on 9 May. At the time, Sussex Police said she was found "staggering" along the road by a passer-by shortly before 23:30 BST.

Summary: A man has been cleared of raping a teenager in West Sussex.


East Coast Construction BMW rider Johnston had qualified 10th fastest. Hickman took over the lead from poleman Martin Jessopp with four laps to go and enjoyed a 6.267 seconds lead over his compatriot at the chequered flag. Michael Rutter completed the podium positions on another BMW, with Senior TT winner John McGuinness in fourth. Gary Johnson and Ian Hutchinson made up the top six leaderboard, with Republic of Ireland riders Steve Heneghan and Brian McCormack 14th and 16th respectively. Hickman, who slid under Jessopp to hit the front at the Lisboa section of the 3.8-mile Guia circuit, had secured his first international road race win in the second Superbike outing at the Ulster Grand Prix in August. Lincolnshire rider Hickman will compete for the JG Speedfit-backed GB Moto Kawasaki outfit in the British Superbike Championship and international road races in 2016.

Summary: Fermanagh rider Lee Johnston finished ninth at the Macau Grand Prix which was won by Peter Hickman in only his second appearance at the Far East event.


Blackman, who has yet to make a senior appearance for Chelsea, has extended his contract at Stamford Bridge until the end of the 2020/21 season. The 23-year-old spent last season on loan at League Two side Wycombe, making 52 appearances in all competitions. "Jamal has been our number one target right the way through the summer," said Blades boss Chris Wilder. Blackman, who has also signed a new contract to 2021, is one of a number of Chelsea players to have moved away on season-long loan deals, including defenders Michael Hector to Hull and Tomas Kalas to Fulham. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Championship side Sheffield United have signed Chelsea goalkeeper Jamal Blackman on a season-long loan deal.


Staff at Berkshire's Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) are taking the industrial action over pension changes. The Prospect union said AWE workers felt "deeply betrayed", as the government promised pensions would be protected after transferring to the private sector in the 1990s. AWE said "detailed contingency plans" would ensure the site's safety. Site director Haydn Clulow said: "AWE is committed to holding discussions with our trade unions and to maintaining dialogue with them." The union said 87% of members who took part in the ballot voted in favour of the action. Turnout was 68%.

Summary: A 24-hour strike is under way at a weapons factory which maintains Trident, Britain's nuclear deterrent.


Gary Clampett died after a disturbance in Fernie Place in the early hours of Sunday. Barry Martin, 31, and Joseph Martin, 39, were charged with murder and two counts of attempted murder. The Fraserburgh men no plea at Peterhead Sheriff Court and were remanded in custody. They are due to make a second appearance next week. A Crown Office spokesman said: "The procurator fiscal also received a report concerning a 45-year-old male, in connection with an incident on 18 June. "He was liberated from custody pending further inquiries and did not appear in court."

Summary: Two men have appeared in court charged with murder following the death of a 39-year-old man in Fraserburgh.


Five people - including a young child and the driver of the Porsche - are in critical condition after the incident at the Paqpaqli event. Footage showed the car spinning out of control at high speed on the airport taxiway used for the event. There were scenes of panic, with some in the crowd shouting: "Oh, my God!" and "Ambulance!" "The car was speeding down the taxiway when a back wheel went on the grass. The car spun out of control, went through the barriers where a large crowd was watching, and into the area of the static car exhibition," an eyewitness told the Times of Malta. Some of the wounded were taken to hospital by helicopters. Event organisers said the incident would be investigated and the rest of the show was cancelled.

Summary: A car has lost control and crashed into spectators at a motor show in Malta injuring 26 people, officials say.


Gala Bingo operates 130 bingo clubs with 1.1 million members and claims 38% of the UK retail bingo market. The move is the latest in a series of ownership changes in the betting sector this year. Gala Coral, Gala Bingo's parent company, is itself in the process of being bought by rival betting business Ladbrokes. Gala said the sale of the clubs would help to pave the way for the deal, which is subject to approval by regulators. Other tie-ups in the sector this year include Betfair and Paddy Power, and online firm 888 with rival Bwin. Gala Coral will keep ownership of the online bingo website, galabingo.com. Gala Coral has been owned by a number of private equity firms, including Apollo Global Management, Cerberus Capital Management, Anchorage Capital Partners and Park Square Capital, since 2010 when it was struggling with £2.5bn of debt.

Summary: The UK's largest High Street bingo operator, Gala, is being taken over by investment trust Caledonia for £241m.


The Dundee musician and children from a local orphanage are seen playing Stand by Me on ukuleles in a video posted on Lanna Rehab's Facebook page. The 29-year-old checked himself into the centre near Chiang Mai after being removed from a plane in June after allegedly causing it to be diverted. Lanna Rehab said it was "proud" of Mr Falconer's community work. It posted: "Check out how far the kids have progressed, the kids even do lead solos each now. "I'm not sure who got more out of this project, Kyle or the kids." The centre said it had set up the Lanna Foundation to contribute funds to the Im Jai School, following the success of Mr Falconer's work with the orphans. The View released their fifth album Ropewalk last year.

Summary: The View singer Kyle Falconer has been filmed giving music lessons to orphans during his stay at a Thai rehab centre.


It is believed Jason McGovern, of Tydavnet, was punched at a pub on John Street on Sunday. He was hit a short time later at Cunningham Terrace car park and died in the early hours of New Year's Eve. Two men aged 21, a 19-year-old man, an 18-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy are due in court in Omagh on Saturday. The two 21-year-olds who have been charged were arrested in the Omagh area earlier on Friday. To date, detectives investigating Mr McGovern's death have made six arrests. A 21-year-old who was arrested on Wednesday was released on bail earlier this week. A post-mortem examination concluded that Mr McGovern died from a serious head injury that was the result of the assaults.

Summary: Five people have been charged with affray by police investigating the death of a teenager who was attacked twice in Omagh, County Tyrone.


Hooker Wood, 27, made 74 appearances in his second spell with the Super League side, scoring 11 tries. Prop Johnson, 22, made 17 appearances in 2016. Giants managing director Richard Thewlis told the club website: "We were talking to Josh since the beginning of the season but in reality I don't think we ever got close to the valuation which he was seeking."

Summary: Huddersfield Giants duo Kyle Wood and Josh Johnson have left the club.


Nike shares also climbed 2% amid reports that the firm would start selling its wares on Amazon. The Dow Jones fell 0.27% to 21,410.03 and the S&P 500 index dipped 0.06% to 2,435.61. But the Nasdaq, where many health and tech stocks are listed, climbed 0.74% to 6,233.95. Republicans are preparing to release proposals to overhaul the US health care system. Early reports suggest rules focused on the cost of prescription drugs may be in line with industry proposals. Shares of drug company Merck climbed more than 1.4%, while Pfizer stock increased about 0.95%. In the energy sector, investors are grappling with the effect of increases in supply, which has reduced oil prices. ExxonMobil shares declined 1.06%, while Chevron fell about 1.9%.

Summary: US markets were mixed on Wednesday, as gains in health care and technology stocks were offset by declines in the energy and financial sectors.


Quigg, 28, will meet Romanian Viorel Simion at featherweight on the bill headed by Anthony Joshua's heavyweight bout with Wladimir Klitschko. Simion, 28, has only lost once in 22 fights, a points defeat by IBF featherweight champion Lee Selby. "The fight catapults me in the mix for a world title fight," said Quigg. The meeting with Simion will be a second at featherweight for Quigg, who moved up a division after his 2016 defeat by Carl Frampton, the only loss of his 35-fight career. The Bury-born fighter joined Roach - who has trained the likes of Manny Pacquiao, Amir Khan and Miguel Cotto - after splitting from Manchester-based trainer Joe Gallagher in February. "The switch to Los Angeles has been a breath of fresh air," he said. "The change of environment working with Freddie and the quality of sparring has really freshened things up."

Summary: Former WBA super-bantamweight champion Scott Quigg will fight at Wembley Stadium on 29 April, his first contest under trainer Freddie Roach.


There are scores of terrestrial TV channels and many multichannel cable TV operators. More than 300 radio stations are on the air, most of them commercial. The government operates TV and radio networks. Press freedom is guaranteed by law and media outlets carry diverse political views. Journalists reporting on possible links between the drugs trade and officials have faced intimidation, and some have been killed, reports US-based Freedom House. There were 4.6 million internet users by December 2011, including some 2.5 million Facebook users (Internetworldstats). Access is unrestricted, though not widely available outside major cities and towns.

Summary: Media ownership is concentrated in a few economically or politically-powerful hands.


Called the Geckolepis megalepis, this little gecko can be found on the island of Madagascar. It has the largest scales of any gecko, and is a member of the fish-scale family. But, the interesting thing about this gecko, is it can shed its scales very quickly if it feels scared. This doesn't hurt the gecko, and the scales grow back in a few weeks. However this made it quite tricky for the scientists to study the gecko, as they used its scales to tell it apart from other geckos. Some species of gecko also shed their tails if they feel scared, but can re-grow them again. The Geckolepis megalepis is the first new species of this type of gecko to be discovered in 75 years.

Summary: This newly discovered species of gecko has a pretty unusual defence mechanism, for giving predators the slip.


Mr Huppert, who was elected in 2010, lost to Labour's Daniel Zeichner by just 599 votes. Mr Huppert said: "We were attacked from the left, we were attacked from the right - and its taken its toll." Mr Zeichner said it was a "a huge privilege to represent the people of Cambridge" and pledged to "always strive for the best" for the city. Conservative candidate Chamali Fernando came third with 8,117 votes, and the Green Party's candidate Rupert Read came fourth with 4,109 votes. Elsewhere, Huntingdon, Peterborough, North West Cambridgeshire, South Cambridgeshire, South East Cambridgeshire and North East Cambridgeshire have all been held by the Conservatives.

Summary: Ousted Cambridge MP Julian Huppert has said his Liberal Democrat party was "attacked" from the left and right.


Dylan Walker and Aaron Gray, who play for National Rugby League side South Sydney Rabbitohs, were prescribed the drugs following surgery last week. Rabbitohs chief executive John Lee says both players are in a stable condition. "They're pretty knocked around and at this stage not in a state where they can communicate, but their vital signs are very clearly on the up," he said. Gray, 21, had an operation on his right knee, while 20-year-old Walker had surgery on his left hand. Lee said there was no evidence of illegal drug use by either player, although NRL chief executive Dave Smith said the league's integrity unit would begin an inquiry into the incident.

Summary: Two Australian rugby league players are in hospital after they took an overdose of painkilling medication.


The area bridges the planned transport hub on Great Victoria Street and nearby hotel developments. The council has said it could become a pleasant, family friendly area and is asking people what they think of the plan in a public consultation exercise. The design includes a central or green space that could be used as a public meeting area or to hold outdoor events. The Linen Quarter lies to the south of Belfast City Hall and includes a number of the city's key business and public sector headquarters, as well as existing and planned hotel developments. It includes Bedford Street, Linenhall Street, Adelaide Street, Alfred Street and Ormeau Avenue. An exhibition showing how the Linen Quarter could look in the future is currently on display at the Ulster Hall. The consultation runs until next month.

Summary: Blackstaff Square in the centre of Belfast could be revitalised in new plans for the historic Linen Quarter.


Younus, 38, has not yet fully recovered after being infected by the mosquito-borne virus last month. He will miss the first Test of the three-match series - a day-night game which begins on 13 October in Dubai. On his last Test appearance, Younus scored 218 as his side beat England by 10 wickets at The Oval in August. Younus is Pakistan's highest Test scorer with 9,456 runs from 108 matches, and last missed a Test in May 2011 - also against West Indies, in St Kitts. Although he has retired from limited-overs internationals, Pakistan are on a roll after whitewashing the Windies 3-0 in both the Twenty20 and one-day international series.

Summary: Pakistan batsman Younus Khan will miss his first Test match since 2011 after contracting dengue fever before their series against West Indies.


The 25-year-old Scot revealed the news on social media site Twitter and said he had been cleared to resume training. Jamieson described his medical care at Royal United Hospital Bath as "amazing". "Not really sure the reasons behind it happening, but I went into an irregular beat after reaching 203 heart rate in a session (max is 193)," said Jamieson. "Specialist said he's only seen this three times, all Olympic medallists - pretty cool!" Jamieson came to prominence by finishing second in the 200m breakstroke at London 2012 and most recently won silver in the same even at the Beijing World Cup. A British Swimming spokesperson said: "Michael experienced a minor irregularity in his heart rhythm this week and was seen immediately by specialists. "He has been cleared to train following medical treatment and is already back in the water."

Summary: Olympic silver medallist swimmer Michael Jamieson says doctors had to restart his heart on Wednesday morning.


The 24-year-old centre-back has joined from MK Dons after impressing for the Brewers in pre-season games against Leicester City and Derby County. He said: "The training facilities at St George's Park are out of this world. "The whole atmosphere at the club and the way the boys play football here all made sense as well. It was a real-no brainer moving here." Flanagan added: "It's a fresh start with a new team who are already doing pretty well. Hopefully I can help take the club to where it wants to be, which is the next level." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Defender Tom Flanagan has joined Burton Albion on a free transfer on a one-year contract, with the option of a second.


The sides were tied at 3-3 after two periods before goals from Katie Taylor and Angela Taylor in the final period ensured Britain held on to third place in the group ahead of North Korea. Defeat means Australia are relegated to Division Two Group B next year. Hosts South Korea beat Netherlands 2-0 to win gold and promotion to Division One Group B for 2018. Great Britain head coach Cheryl Smith said: "We are content right now and happy with the bronze, but we know it could've been better. "We came for gold and are disappointed we did not get it, but credit to the team for battling back. "They could've crumbled but they regrouped and battled back and worked hard to claim the bronze." In the top division Championship, hosts USA beat Canada 3-2 in overtime to claim gold on Friday, while Finland beat Germany in the bronze-medal match.

Summary: Great Britain's women secured bronze in World Championship Division Two Group A with a 5-3 victory over Australia.


Police said a 27-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash just before 07:00 GMT, near Alpine Corner on the main Kirk Michael to Ballaugh Road. The victim's family has been notified, said police. The Isle of Man Constabulary appealed for anyone who witnessed a blue Ford Focus travelling in the direction of Ramsey at that time to contact the force.

Summary: A man has died in a crash on the Isle of Man.


Jade Lynch, who lives in St Helens, was last seen on 26 March, Cheshire Police said. The teenager, who is originally from Warrington, was wearing a black hoodie, black trousers and white Nike trainers when she went missing. Officers appealed for her to get in touch to let them know she is safe. Insp Jez Taylor, of Cheshire Police, said: "Extensive inquiries are currently being carried out to trace Jade and I would urge anyone who may have seen her, or anyone matching her description, to get in touch with us on 101 as we are concerned for her welfare. "I would also like to appeal directly to Jade and ask her to contact us to let us know that you are safe." Jade is described as white, about 5ft 6ins (1.7m) tall, of medium build, with long straight black hair.

Summary: Police searching for a 14-year-old girl who has been missing for nine days say they are becoming "increasingly concerned" for her safety.


They will begin with a fly past in Amman, Jordan, and go on to include displays in India, and at the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix. The programme includes visits to 12 countries, including the Red Arrows' first display in China. Sqd Ldr David Montenegro said he was looking forward to performing in front of a new audience. He said it was a privilege to represent the UK and be part of the first Reds display in China. Air Chief Marshal Sir Stephen Hillier, the chief of Air Staff, said the plans had been in development since 2014. He said: "Everyone knows the Red Arrows and we are sending that message out to the Asia-Pacific region, a region which we have not previously been to."

Summary: The Red Arrows are taking part in a 60-day tour to promote the "Best of British".


A record crowd of 9,000 is expected at the event which runs until Sunday and will see more than 300 different acts perform. The list of headliners includes Gogol Bordello, Boney M., Cat Power, So Solid Crew, 2ManyDJs and Admiral Fallow. Police have urged everyone attending the festival to "have fun but keep themselves safe". Organisers have promised a "family-friendly event with something for everyone". The festival hosts theatre, comedy and art as well as music across 12 stages.

Summary: The four-day Eden Festival is getting under way on the Raehills Estate near Beattock.


The 32-year-old was handed a six-month ban last August for breaching betting rules and retired two weeks later. He was appointed player welfare manager at Super League side Warrington in October and he will retain his role with the Wolves. "It's an exciting time and I'm really looking forward to it," Mathers told BBC Radio Leeds. "I stick by what I said when I retired and I stand by my reasons for doing that. "I think the old romantic in me wants to be a part of getting the Bulls back in the Super League."

Summary: Bradford Bulls have signed full-back Richie Mathers, four months after he announced his retirement from the game.


The council agreed initially to lend the county club up to £100,000 to help it get on a "stable footing" , but said more could be made available. The latest set of accounts for 2014 revealed the club made a loss of £305,636 on a turnover of £3.7m. Northants Cricket has agreed to repay the loan within five years, but declined to comment on the deal. Mary Markham, the Conservative leader of the council, said: "With over a century of tradition, the club is one of the oldest still playing in the County Championship, and a big part of life in Northampton. "However, cricket is changing and that means the club must restructure off the pitch if they are to have a future on it." Danielle Stone, leader of the council's Labour group, said it supported the loan, but that it needed to be closely monitored.

Summary: Northants Cricket is to be given a loan of up to £250,000 by Northampton Borough Council.


An event spokesman said a 59-year-old woman named Cheung died on Wednesday, having been pulled from the water on Sunday and taken to intensive care. A man died during Sunday's event. Both were in the 'leisure' category for slower swimmers. World aquatics governing body Fina announced a review of the race and other open-water events globally following Sunday's death. Three thousand swimmers registered for the 1.5km race, which resumed in 2011 after a 30-year break because of fears of pollution levels in the water. Hong Kong is one of the world's busiest ports, used by more than 400,000 vessels every year.

Summary: A second swimmer has died after taking part in the Hong Kong Harbour Race.


Proposals for a 1.5-storey "cart lodge" for housing vehicles at the pop star's house near Framlingham, Suffolk, had originally been rejected. The "Castle on the Hill" singer appealed the decision on the grounds that an original cart lodge on the site was demolished. The Planning Inspectorate has now granted planning permission. For more on this story and other Suffolk news Suffolk Coastal District Council had originally turned down the cart lodge in July, claiming it would be "an incongruous feature in the countryside". It said the grey slate cart lodge would cause "considerable harm" and "present a creeping domestication" to the surrounding area. In a report, planning inspector Amanda Blicq said: "It cannot be seen except by individuals in neighbouring gardens or at distance from the adjoining agricultural land. "As such I disagree with the council that the cart lodge would cause harm to the character and appearance."

Summary: Ed Sheeran has won an appeal to allow "incongruous" parking plans at his country home.


Laura Trott, Joanna Rowsell Shand, Katie Archibald and Elinor Barker rode to an emphatic victory over Russia in a time of four minutes 17.010 seconds. GB's male quartet of Sir Bradley Wiggins, Owain Doull, Andy Tennant and Jon Dibben sealed a memorable double by beating hosts Switzerland. They clocked a time of three minutes 55.243 secs at the Velodrome Suisse. Britain have won team pursuit gold in every European Championships they have entered since 2010. The event in Grenchen marks Wiggins's first 2016 Olympics qualifying outing since he decided to return to the track from road racing. Points earned will help towards securing places at next summer's Olympic Games in Brazil.

Summary: Great Britain's men and women won gold in their team pursuit finals at the European Track Championships.


The value-added tax of 10% is applied to the sale of most goods and services. The federal government collects GST revenue, which is then paid to the states to fund services. Monday's Newspoll survey found 54% of participants would oppose a GST rise from 10% to 15%, while 37% would support it, leaving 9% undecided. New South Wales Premier Mike Baird said a 5% GST increase could raise an extra A$30b ($21b; Â£15b) to help fund health and education. "Raise the GST on the existing base, provide those funds towards the Commonwealth Government and give them an opportunity to improve the tax mix," Mr Baird said in a video statement. The Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison said the government's tax plan would be revealed later in the year. He also warned against going into a ""tax and spend cycle".

Summary: Australian politicians are discussing whether to increase the goods and services tax (GST) as polling shows more than 50% of voters oppose a rise.


Pte Charlene Bevilacqua worked as a health care assistant in an Ebola treatment centre in Sierra Leone as part of the UK's aid effort. The 25-year-old was responsible for monitoring and assessing patients when they were admitted. When in the UK, Pte Bevilacqua, works at the Ministry of Defence Hospital Unit in Frimley Park, Surrey. "I would like to thank everybody who sent me parcels and I love my husband and all of my family," Pte Bevilacqua, of Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, said.

Summary: An Army medic who travelled to Africa to help tackle the Ebola outbreak has returned home.


The trouble involved two groups of men outside the Millennium Hotel on North Hanover Street at about 19:45. Emergency services attended and two men, aged 45 and 53, were taken to the Glasgow Royal Infirmary for treatment to serious head injuries. Medical staff describe their conditions as stable. Police are appealing for witnesses to contact them. Det Con Tara Hogan said: "I would appeal to anyone who may have witnessed the disturbance to please come forward as you may be able to assist with our inquiries."

Summary: Two men suffered serious injuries when fighting broke out in Glasgow city centre on Saturday evening.


The 21-year-old Sierra Leone international came through Leicester's academy but has not made a first-team appearance for the Foxes. Sesay, who can play across the back four and in central midfield, has previously had loan spells at Colchester and Cambridge United. He is eligible to make his debut for the Bees against Carlisle on Saturday. Sesay becomes Barnet's third signing of the January transfer window, following the arrivals of Chris Hackett and Mark Randall on Thursday. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: League Two side Barnet have signed Leicester City defender Alie Sesay on an 18-month deal.


The woman was walking her dog on an isolated path in Peatlands Park at about 14:45 BST on Wednesday when she was assaulted. The man who attacked her fled the scene on what has been described as a black mountain bike. Police have described it as an "appalling attack" and have appealed for anyone with any information to contact them. A large-scale police operation, including helicopter cover, was put in place when the crime was reported, but the attacker has not been caught. Police have described the attacker as about 6ft tall, aged in his 20s, clean shaven with chubby cheeks and droopy eyes. The man was wearing dark clothing, a hi-vis jacket and a cycling helmet. Peatlands Park is an area which is popular with families.

Summary: A woman has been raped in a park in Dungannon, County Tyrone.


The family has given the skeleton to Manchester Museum, whose experts are to carry out carbon-dating tests to verify its estimated age of 20,000 years. The bones were unearthed by Simon Ferguson and his sons as they dug a hole for a pond in Thornton-Cleveleys. "The skull was like the wolf was jumping out of the ground," said his 12-year-old son, Richard. "The museum told us it was a prehistoric Timber Wolf," added Adam. Mr Ferguson said: "It predates the Ancient Egyptians and to find it quite shallow on a fairly new housing estate is amazing." David Gelsthorpe, Manchester Museum's curator, said: "The excitement is how complete it is - it is an incredible specimen, everything from the tail to the tip of the nose is utterly preserved. "That is really really exciting in terms of climate change - what was happening with animals in the last Ice Age?"

Summary: The remains of a wolf believed to date back to the Ice Age have been found in a back garden in Lancashire.


The 50-year-old was named as assistant to head coach Matt Walker in January. Work permit issues delayed his arrival, prompting the club to recruit Jason Gillespie as a temporary replacement. Donald must obtain a Level 3 coaching qualification before his permit is granted, but he can work with Sri Lanka at the forthcoming Champions Trophy tournament in England. He is free to take that role because visa requirements only apply to employers in the UK. "I'm 100% committed to Kent despite the frustration of not being able to join Matt Walker and the boys as planned," said Donald, who took 602 international wickets during his career. Walker told the club website that the situation was "frustrating" and Gillespie could only stay with them until midway through the season. "We will announce a second interim coach to cover for Allan in due course," he added.

Summary: Former South Africa fast bowler Allan Donald will be unable to take up his coaching job with Kent until next year.


The council has recommended the cuts, which would affect 62 bus routes in the area, saving Â£1.79m over two years, be rejected by the cabinet. East Sussex County Council currently subsidises the bus services, which are run by private companies. Campaigners previously branded the cuts as "deeply regressive" and said people in rural areas would be stranded. The proposed cuts would see some buses running twice a week instead of daily while some Sunday services would be stopped altogether. The final decision will be made by at a cabinet meeting on 16 December.

Summary: Proposed cuts to bus services in East Sussex have been rejected by the county council.


Beaumaris Castle on Anglesey was built in the late 13th and early 14th centuries but never finished. Now visitors can tour the castle using an interactive app which shows how the finished product would have looked. It follows a Â£170,000 investment by the Welsh Government's historic environment service CADW. Other site improvements include audio-visual displays, new signage and the addition of a family trail. Ken Skates, cabinet secretary for economy and infrastructure, said: "Along with Harlech, Conwy and Caernarfon castles, Beaumaris Castle forms one of Wales's only three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, so it's crucial that we continue to strengthen its visitor experience to attract visitors from Wales and beyond."

Summary: One of Edward I's finest Welsh castles has been virtually completed after 600 years.


At issue is a deal awarding the broadcast rights to several African football tournaments to a media company, Lagardere Sports. According to the Egyptian Competition Authority, Hayatou is suspected of not opening up the tender to free and fair competition as required by Egyptian law. Caf is based in Cairo so the authorities say it must follow their laws. African football's governing body had no comment to make, while Hayatou could not be reached. The 70-year-old is currently in Abjua, Nigeria ahead of Thursday's Caf annual awards. Hayatou was elected as Caf president in 1998 and is serving his seventh term in office. Lagardere is not the subject of the referral, but says the allegation is wholly unfounded.

Summary: Confederation of African Football president Issa Hayatou has been referred to Egyptian prosecutors for investigation over allegedly abusing his position.


The toddler was taken to hospital on Wednesday with serious head injuries. She remains in a critical condition. Nisar Ali, 24, of Cheetham Hill, is charged with assault causing grievous bodily harm with intent, and breaching a non-molestation order. At Manchester and Salford Magistrates' Court he was remanded in custody until 13 February when he'll appear before Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court. A 35-year-old woman, arrested on suspicion of the same charge, has been bailed until 16 March.

Summary: A man from Manchester has been charged with assaulting a two-year-old girl.


The jihadists are reported to have addressed the congregation for two hours before disappearing into a nearby forest. They criticised Kenyan authorities and warned people not to pass intelligence to the security forces. Last month al-Shabab killed at least 148 people at a university in Garissa. Police commander Caleb Matoke told The Standard 25 militia took part. The group is based in Somalia but is also active in Kenya. Al-Shabab says it has been at war with Kenya ever since Kenyan forces entered Somalia in October 2011 in an effort to crush the militants. Latest African news updates

Summary: Militants from the Islamist group al-Shabab briefly took over a mosque in the Kenyan town Garissa, local leaders say.


There has been an outbreak of a virus at one of the official team hotels where they are staying. Public Health England says 30 athletes and support staff have been affected. Botswana's Isaac Makwala withdrew from Monday's 200m heats after he was unwell and he was stopped from competing in the 400m final by event organisers. Tummy bugs are common and can cause diarrhoea and sickness. You can catch them from eating contaminated food or through contact with people who have already got one. If that infected person doesn't wash their hands before handling food or touching objects and surfaces that other people then touch, there's a good chance they could get sick too. The illness is not generally dangerous and most people make a full recovery within one to two days.

Summary: Several athletes at the World Athletics Championships in London have come down with a tummy bug.


Midfielder Mason, 25, clashed heads with Blues defender Gary Cahill 13 minutes into the Premier League match at Stamford Bridge on 22 January. He was taken to St Mary's Hospital in London, where he had surgery. "The number of messages offering support during Ryan's recovery has been quite overwhelming," said Hull club doctor Mark Waller. Well-wishes flooded in for the England international, and both Hull and his former club Tottenham wore training shirts with Mason printed on the back before last week's fixtures. Mason, who joined Hull from Spurs last August for a club-record undisclosed fee, has scored one goal in 16 Premier League appearances for the Tigers.

Summary: Hull City's Ryan Mason has been discharged from hospital a week after fracturing his skull against Chelsea.


The council has allocated £200,000 towards a £2.28m site in Machynlleth this year, with the rest coming from the Welsh Government and borrowing. But a report said the rental income would leave a £46.6k shortfall over two years and more money would be needed. It also questioned whether the Welsh Government would continue funding at its current level. But the report, which will be discussed at a cabinet meeting on Tuesday, added any financial change in position would be subject to further approval. It added Welshpool councillors had been told of the need for two additional pitches, and those in Brecon would be advised of scheduled work on three un-serviced pitches on the Kings Meadow there.

Summary: Councillors are expected to approve funding for potential gypsy and traveller sites in Powys.


The consumer goods firm said its underlying first-quarter sales were up 2.8% and that full-year sales growth would be between 2% and 4%. Brewer SABMiller also performed well, adding 1.8%, although its sales volume was up only slightly. But overall, the FTSE 100 dipped, down 36.33 points or 0.51% to 7,060.45. Two of the top five biggest fallers lost ground as a result of going ex-dividend. Pearson was the worst performer, dropping just under 4% following troubles with one of its educational technology projects. Drinks group Diageo saw a 3.6% decline after reporting a 0.7% fall in sales over the three months to the end of March. Other falling shares included BAE Systems, which ended the day down 3.1%, while Intu Properties dropped 2.9%. The pound rose 0.53% against the dollar to $1.4906 and 0.06% against the euro to â‚¬1.3897.

Summary: (Close): Unilever was the top gainer on the FTSE 100 on Thursday, rising 2.6% after reporting better-than-expected sales.


The demonstration met at the Malcolm X centre in St Pauls, before marching through Stokes Croft into the city centre. Many chanted "Black Lives Matter" as they marched. The protest was in response to the fatal shootings of Philando Castile and Alton Sterling by police in the US. Bristol Stand Up tweeted: "Today is the day #Bristol let's show our love and support", and said it would be a "peaceful march". BBC reporter Scott Ellis said the march had been organised at the last minute through social media and the turnout was much bigger than expected. "There was a powerful sentiment behind it; it's not just that it happened in the US, people felt the injustice and dissatisfaction in their lives here," he said. The march follows two separate Black Lives Matter protests in London attended by hundreds of people.

Summary: About 1,000 people have marched through Bristol in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.


Renovation work at Concordia Leisure Centre in Cramlington includes the modernisation of the gym, new soft play facilities and a bowling alley. The project, funded by Northumberland County Council and Active Northumberland, is part of plans to improve leisure facilities in the town. Councillor Kathy Graham said it was an "important investment" for the town's residents and visitors. The plans also include the development of a new spinning and fitness studio, a revamped cafe and the relocation of Cramlington Library into the town centre. Work is expected to be completed by June 2016.

Summary: Work is under way on a £3.5m revamp of a Northumberland leisure centre.


Welsh Water-owned Elan Valley, near Rhayader, started the process to become an International Dark-Sky Park in 2012. The Brecon Beacons National Park was the first in Wales to be certified a dark sky reserve in 2013 and is recognised as an ideal site for stargazing in its bid to boost tourism. More than 200 light readings were taken at 13 sites at Elan Valley over 22 months to show it fits the criteria. Elan Valley Astronomy said the estate had become the world's first privately-owned but publicly accessed International Dark-Sky Park. "We now want to expand the dark sky area to cover the whole of the Cambrian Mountains," said Kris Fry, a local amateur astronomer who helped put the bid together with Welsh Water.

Summary: A sprawling Powys estate has become an official dark sky park.


Kainos will invest Â£900,000 as part of a fundraising round of Â£3.5m, led by existing shareholder Kernel Capital. Cirdan Imaging, which is also based in Belfast, has a customer base in the US, Canada, Australia and the Middle East. Kainos envisages that Cirdan Imaging could become an important reseller of its Evolve healthcare software in those territories. As part of the dealt, Cirdan Imaging has entered into a five-year licensing agreement for Evolve software. Brendan Mooney, the chief executive of Kainos, said the new relationship will "open doors for both businesses, creating interesting new growth opportunities". Cirdan Imaging was founded by Dr Hugh Cormican in 2010. Dr Cormican was also a founder of the Andor Technology firm that makes high-performance digital cameras for use in scientific research. He said the investment in Cirdan Imaging would be used to strengthen its laboratory information software product and grow its customer base.

Summary: Belfast-based software firm Kainos has bought a 10% stake in Cirdan Imaging, a medical diagnostics company.


The Equatorial Guinea international joined Boro from Mallorca in 2014 but has not featured since September. He scored three times in 40 league games last season as Middlesbrough were promoted back to the Premier League. Nsue, 27, is new manager Gianfranco Zola's third January signing after Lukas Jutkiewicz and Craig Gardner. "Emilio is a very good player who has already been promoted," Blues boss Zola told BBC WM. "In this league, he knows what it takes. "He has the attacking qualities from a right-back which are important. He is different from [Blues' current right-back] Jonathan Spector. "He is very good on the offensive. Jonathan is very good on the defensive." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: Championship side Birmingham City have signed Middlesbrough right-back Emilio Nsue for an undisclosed fee on a three-and-a-half-year deal.


It was caused after a water main burst on Harborne lane in Selly Oak on Thursday. Thousands of gallons of water flooded the carriageway, trapping cars and damaging about 10 homes. Part of the road remains closed and Severn Trent said engineers were on site investigating what caused the pipe to burst and how best to fix it. Ground penetrating radar has been used to help establish the extent of damage and major work is due to start on Monday. A spokesperson for the firm said it was a "big job" as the pipe was 10m below ground and it was difficult to precisely predict how long it would take to repair. Local resident Mel Rejayee was one of those to become stuck in the floodwater in her car, an experience she described as "quite scary".

Summary: A sinkhole in Birmingham could take several weeks to repair, water firm Severn Trent has said.


More than 60 stalls and shops at the Mercado Oriental have been lost to the blaze, which began in the early hours on Sunday. Shopkeepers and market workers rushed to the area to try to rescue their belongings and minimise their losses. It took firefighters four hours to control the fire. There were no casualties, the authorities said. The fire began before 06:00 local time (13:00 BST). Firefighters struggled to reach the central area of the market, according to Nicaragua's Disaster Prevention Agency. Access to many hydrants has been blocked by shops built illegally over the years as the market expanded without proper planning, local media reported. An estimated 100,000 people visit Nicaragua's biggest market every day.

Summary: A fire in Nicaragua has destroyed part of a traditional market in the centre of the capital, Managua.


Officers were called to the property in the Slateford area on Tuesday after concern for the man, understood to be 42-year-old Kenny Tytler. It is understood his body may have been in the house since December. A police spokesman said: "Police in Edinburgh were called to an address in Hutchison Avenue on Tuesday following a report of concern for a man." He added: "Sadly, a 42-year-old man was found dead within the property. "Inquiries are ongoing but the death is not believed to be suspicious."

Summary: A man found dead in his Edinburgh home may have lain undiscovered since Christmas.


Jones said the Hatters "don't know how to grind out a win" after their 1-1 draw with lowly Newport County. Luton are currently in fifth place in League Two, five points off the automatic promotion places. Jones said his team were playing too many "powder-puff crosses or little passes when we want a killer instinct". He told BBC Three Counties Radio: "We've only lost once in four games, but we've only taken three points. Now we have eight games to go - it's a shootout." Danny Hylton gave Town the lead after five minutes at Rodney Parade, but Sean Rigg levelled for the hosts, who remain second bottom of League Two. Jones, who signed a new three-and-a-half year contract with the Hatters on Monday, added: "It has to mean more to the [the players]. It's livelihoods. It's promotion. It can make or break them."

Summary: Luton Town manager Nathan Jones says his side's remaining eight games must "mean more" to his players if they are to win the "shootout" for promotion.


British Geological Survey (BGS) recorded a 2.3 magnitude earthquake at Badrallach, a few miles west of Ullapool, at about 09:00. Residents of Ullapool and nearby Loggie, Ardessie and Camusnagaul have reported feeling the quake. BGS said the reports included descriptions of walls "visibly" shaking and windows rattling. Mirrors on walls were also said to have rattled while other residents told BGS that "the whole house shook" and of the earthquake feeling like "lorries passing the house". BGS said the intensity of the quake had been classed as a three on the European Macroseismic Scale, meaning it was "weak" but could still be felt indoors by people. On social media, people living in Dundonnell have also told of feeling the earthquake.

Summary: People in the north west Highlands have reported feeling a small earthquake on Sunday morning.


Van Vuuren, 24, signed a short-term deal with the Tigers this season and has since made three appearances. The former Stade Francais front-rower also has Super Rugby experience with the Cheetahs and Kings. "This is a great opportunity for me to compete for a place in a team that is really going places," Van Vuuren said. "I've had a taste of English rugby recently and I'm looking forward to playing in one of the toughest leagues in rugby." Bath head coach Mike Ford added: "He is a robust, talented player, with a lot of potential to continue improving as a player, and we're looking forward to helping him do that."

Summary: Bath have signed South African hooker Michael van Vuuren from fellow Premiership side Leicester Tigers for the 2016-17 season.


The Lego Foundation has provided the university with £2.5m to fund a Lego Professorship of Play in Education, Development and Learning. It has also provided £1.5m to support a play research centre in the education faculty, which will be led by the Lego professor. Last year, Cambridge University advertised for a doctor of chocolate to study how and why the substance melts. The Lego professorship post would be "open to all those whose work falls within the general field of the title of the office", the university said. The successful candidate will lead the work of the Research Centre on Play in Education, Development and Learning (PEDaL), which studies the role of play in young children's learning and development. The Lego Foundation was created to "build a future where learning through play empowers children to become creative, engaged, life-long learners".

Summary: A professor of Lego could soon be in post at Cambridge University.


The Environment Agency has put warnings in place around rivers in Cambridgeshire, Essex and Suffolk. The agency gives warnings when flooding is expected and "immediate action" is required. In Norfolk some trains have been cancelled between Norwich and Sheringham due to flooding on the line near Worstead. In Cambridgeshire, flood warnings are in place along the River Granta from Linton to Babraham. In Essex, warnings are in place along the River Wid from Ingatestone to Writtle and the River Stort at Clavering and Manuden. In Suffolk, warnings have been issued for the Chediston watercourse at Halesworth, the Rattlesden River from Rattlesden to Combs Ford, Stour Brook at Haverhill and Sturmer and the Bumpstead Brook from Steeple Bumpstead to New England. There is also a flood warning on the River Kennett from Ousden to Freckenham.

Summary: Seven flood warnings have been issued across parts of the east of England, due to heavy rain.


A letter alongside the collection of stamps, an empty lemonade bottle and some coins says it was buried in 1981 by Paul Levallois. It was discovered at a house in Welwyn, Hertfordshire. Maja Sobieska, whose sister made the discovery, is appealing for help on Facebook to find the person who buried the box. "We believe the little boy is called Paul Levallois and might be around the age of 49 today," she said. "Please can you all share this post so we may find Paul and return his treasure." The box also contains "typical 1981 electronic components", empty jars and bottles, stamps and a cassette containing a "tape recording of myself". Ms Sobieska said the mother and father of the boy were called Jean and Peter Levallois.

Summary: A box of "treasure" has been dug up in a garden, 36 years after it was buried by a 13-year-old boy.


The 20-year-old made his debut for Shrewsbury in their League Two match against York on Saturday. Grimmer made 14 appearances for Port Vale during a loan spell last season, scoring once. "I spoke to the coach and he is under the impression that I will fit in nicely to the way he wants to play," said Grimmer. "I know a few of the players from previous clubs and I played against Shrewsbury last season when I was on loan at Port Vale. "They all said good things and give it plenty of compliments, so that really was a factor in making it an easy choice to come."

Summary: Shrewsbury Town have signed defender Jack Grimmer on a one-month loan from Championship side Fulham,


Judges have chosen their favourites from 90 entries, with the winners announced at a ceremony in Merthyr Tydfil on 21 July. Category winners will receive a prize of Â£1,000, and the main award winners in each language an additional Â£3,000. They will also be presented with a specially commissioned trophy by artist Angharad Pearce Jones. Lleucu Siencyn, chief executive of Literature Wales, said they are "extremely proud" that the awards promote the richness and diversity of contemporary Welsh literature. "The 2016 shortlist is proof, if proof was needed, that the writers of Wales continue to make their mark on the world's literary map," she said.

Summary: After months of reading and deliberating, the Wales Book of the Year shortlist has been announced.


The Range, Poundworld, Farmfoods and Greggs are to move into Marina Quay. Talks are continuing with other firms to take up space in the second part of the project which has yet to get under way, developer Scarborough International Properties has said. The funfair, which opened in the 1890s, was bulldozed in 2007. The first phase of the development has been completed and construction on the next phase is due to start this winter. Development director Paul Kelly said: "Completion of this first phase of Marina Quay is a significant event not just for Marina Quay, but for the town of Rhyl as a whole. "This new retail and leisure development will play an important role in attracting further food and leisure operators, establishing Rhyl as a key shopping destination in Wales." The developer believes in the region of 500 jobs could be created when the project is complete.

Summary: Four multi-national stores have agreed to take up shop space in a £23.4m development at the former Rhyl funfair site.


Lord Hanningfield is accused of falsely claiming about Â£3,300 in attendance payments at the House of Lords. He appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court as Paul White, Lord Hanningfield. His legal team said he would deny the charge and his case was committed to Southwark Crown Court. The prosecution was brought following an investigation by the Daily Mirror which alleged he would sometimes spend less than 40 minutes at the House of Lords after "clocking-on" to claim a Â£300-per-day attendance payment. Magistrates heard the charge of false accounting related to expense claims filed on 11 separate days in July 2013. Lord Hanningfield, 75, of West Hanningfield near Chelmsford, used to take the Conservative whip in the House of Lords, but he now has no party affiliation. His next appearance, at crown court, is due on 12 November. Magistrates granted him unconditional bail.

Summary: The former Conservative leader of Essex County Council has indicated he will plead not guilty to a charge related to false Parliament expense claims.


Firefighters used breathing apparatus to lead the three to safety from the home in Dixon Crescent, Doncaster. Two of the people, a man in his 30s and another man in his 20s, were neighbours who had tried to rescue the occupant of the house, a woman in her 20s. All three were treated in hospital for the effects of smoke inhalation. South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said the blaze started on the ground floor of the property which was well alight when crews arrived, "with flames beginning to shoot through the downstairs windows of the terraced house". Watch manager Dave Newton, of Edlington fire station, said: "This was a really serious fire which has resulted in three people being taken to hospital. "The early conclusions of our fire investigators are that faulty Christmas tree lights caused the blaze, so please check the safety of any lights you are using."

Summary: Faulty Christmas tree lights are thought to have caused a serious house fire which led to three people being rescued.


Darren Kearns, 34, had just finished having a meal with his wife at a restaurant above a pub in Blackhorse Avenue near the Phoenix Park. He was in his car with his wife when a lone gunman fired several shots at them. Mr Kearns was hit in the head and died at the scene. His wife remains severely traumatised and police said she was lucky not to have been shot also. The gunman escaped in a 5 series BMW. The car was later found burned out on nearby Regal Park and men were seen fleeing the scene. Police believe the murder is linked to drugs and organised crime and that Mr Kearns - a convicted drug dealer - was targeted.

Summary: Police have said it is fortunate that more people were not killed in a gangland attack outside a pub in Dublin on Wednesday evening.


In a BBC Wales interview, Kirsty Williams robustly defended the coalition's record. The Lib Dems currently hold three Welsh seats: Ceredigion, Cardiff Central and Brecon and Radnorshire. She said the party had a "record of delivery" and could take Wales and the UK forward with a strong economy. In the second in a series of Wales Today interviews with the Welsh political leaders, Ms Williams said: "I think people are beginning to see that the economy is recovering." But admitted: "We are under no illusion it's going to be a tough election campaign." Asked whether it had been worth entering the coalition, even if it meant losing all three Liberal Democrat MPs in Wales, she said: "It has been worth the opportunity to be able to influence decision making. I came into politics to get things done."

Summary: The Welsh Liberal Democrat leader has said she is prepared for a tough election campaign for the party, after five years in coalition at Westminster.


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Summary: Islamic State militants seize main government building in western Iraqi city of Ramadi


The 28-year-old Brazil midfielder agreed a new four-year deal in October but has only started seven Premier League games this season. Jiangsu finished ninth in China's top tier in 2015 and are managed by former Blues defender Dan Petrescu. Ramires has helped the Blues win the Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup, Champions League and Europa League. He made 251 appearances for Chelsea, scoring 34 goals, after joining from Benfica for about £17m in 2010. Listen - Why is Ramires moving to 'horrendous' Chinese league? Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Chelsea's Ramires has joined Chinese side Jiangsu Suning in a deal believed to be worth about £25m.


The Woodhead Mountain Rescue Team was called to search for the lost walker on moors near Langsett, South Yorkshire. After raising the alarm by mobile phone, the walker was found suffering from hypothermia amid the snow. Insp Simon Owens, of South Yorkshire Police, said: "They helped us save a life." More on this story and others from South Yorkshire The man had strayed from a path around Langsett Reservoir at about 18:40 GMT on Tuesday. It was dark and snow was falling. Due to the poor weather a Coastguard helicopter had had to withdraw. After he was found, the rescued man's stretcher was carried more than two miles (3.2km) for about 90 minutes by a team of 18 volunteers. The rescue lasted six hours from the alarm being raised to the lost walker reaching an ambulance.

Summary: A volunteer mountain rescue team has been praised by police for saving the life of a 77-year-old man lost in snow on Tuesday.


Defender Baptiste, 31, made 24 Championship appearances on loan with Preston last season. He has been reunited with Rangers boss Ian Holloway, who he worked under for Blackpool, helping them win promotion to the Premier League in 2010. "Alex is one of the biggest characters I've worked with in my time in the game," Holloway told the club website. "He's versatile - he can play anywhere across the back - and that was a big plus for me." Baptiste, who has previously played for Mansfield Town, Blackpool and Bolton, could make his QPR debut against Northampton Town in the League Cup on Tuesday. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Queens Park Rangers have signed Alex Baptiste on a two-year contract after he was released by Middlesbrough.


Police said a man entered the Glasgow Street post office in Ardrossan at about 19:00 on Saturday. He threatened a 44-year-old female member of staff and demanded money. The woman was slightly injured but did not require hospital treatment. Police Scotland is appealing for anyone with information to get in touch. The man is described as around 5ft 8in tall, and wearing a black jacket with the hood up and black workman style boots. He was also carrying a black holdall. Det Sgt John Deans from Saltcoats CID said: "This was a terrifying experience for the woman working in the post office and enquiries are ongoing to trace the person responsible. "Glasgow Street would have been busy around the time of the incident and I would like to speak to anyone who saw a man matching the above description or anything else suspicious."

Summary: A robber who threatened a post office worker during a raid in North Ayrshire made off with at least £10,000 in cash.


It is the first time a warm-up event has been held before Wimbledon for wheelchair tennis players. The three day competition, organised by the Tennis Foundation, will run from 6 July and will feature the 13 best men and women's players. Both singles and doubles matches will be played before the Wimbledon events begin on 13 July. "We've not previously had the opportunity to play competitive matches on grass ahead of Wimbledon," world number six Alfie Hewett said. "This tournament will form a crucial part of my preparations as I aim to transfer my recent form on to the grass."

Summary: Surbiton will host a wheelchair grass-court tournament to allow players to prepare for Wimbledon.


The woman, in her 70s, was struck as she was crossing the road near traffic lights in Common Garden Street in Lancaster at 13:15 GMT on Friday, police said. She suffered multiple injuries to her head and body and was pronounced dead at Royal Lancaster Infirmary a short time later. Police want to speak to anyone who may have seen the woman crossing the road.

Summary: A woman was killed when she was hit by a lorry in Lancashire.


The ex-Welsh national champion beat Stuart Hardy in the singles final before also winning the doubles. Le Tocq, 33, has not been beaten at the Senior Closed championships since 2002. "I've got a decision to make as to whether it's good for me to play until someone beats me or if it's someone else's turn," he told BBC Guernsey. Despite his long winning record, Le Tocq said he was still nervous when it came to the final. "For the last four years I've really been working towards 10, and I almost don't know what to do now, it's everything I've wanted," he said. "I was more nervous than I have been for half of them, it almost felt like the first one again, where I was really worried about getting over the line."

Summary: Paul Le Tocq says he is unsure whether he will continue to defend his Guernsey badminton title after winning the men's singles for a 10th time.


The 24-year-old Poland international has agreed a three-year contract at Loftus Road and is Rangers' first signing of the summer. Borysiuk started his career at Legia and returned there in January following spells at Lechia Gdansk and German side Kaiserslautern. "I am very delighted to join QPR," he told the Championship club's website. "I had some options, but when I was young I dreamed about playing in England and when there was an option with QPR, I didn't need much time to think about it. "I am a player who gives 100% in every game. I think English fans like players like this. I am a big fan of English football. This is a great step forward for me." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: QPR have signed midfielder Ariel Borysiuk from Legia Warsaw for an undisclosed fee.


Usually over 12 months the team would expect to be deployed on 70 to 100 occasions. The 100th call-out came on Friday when the team went to the aid of a walker with a dislocated shoulder on the West Highland Way. Lochaber MRT went on to deal with two more incidents over the weekend, one an overdue hillwalker. Members of the rescue team resumed their search on Monday morning for the man who had failed to return from a walk up Ben Nevis on Sunday. The search was stood down when he turned up at a campsite.

Summary: Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team recorded its 100th call-out at the weekend in a busy year for its members.


Electric trains were unable to run from Southampton to Bournemouth on Wednesday evening so replacement buses were used. Trains between Brockenhurst and Bournemouth had to run at slower speeds with delays of up to 30 minutes. South West Trains said water levels in the area were receding but disruption was expected until 11:00 GMT. Check if this is affecting your journey Hundreds of rail commuters suffered delays of several hours on Wednesday evening with long queues forming for replacement bus services. South West Trains said: "We are very sorry for the continued disruption to your journey yesterday and this morning."

Summary: Flooding is set to cause further delays for train passengers between Brockenhurst and Bournemouth because the line is still waterlogged.


Saunders, who twice had his first title defence postponed because of injury, looked second best in the early stages and struggled to let off his shots. However, the Englishman picked up the pace in the second half of the fight to win on all three judges' cards. The undefeated 27-year-old is targeting a fight with Gennady Golovkin in 2017. "I should be embarrassed to talk about Golovkin after that performance, but I want that big fight in 2017 to put that terrible fight right," he said of the WBC, WBA and IBF champion. Saunders extended his record to 24 wins, with 12 knockouts, after the judges called it 116-113, 116-112, and 115-113 in his favour.

Summary: Billy Joe Saunders put in a sluggish performance to retain his WBO world middleweight title by beating Russia's Artur Akavov on points.


Passers-by helped her outside the Brigg Street store and she was treated by paramedics before being taken to Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. It is not yet known what caused the sign to fall. A Clarks spokeswoman confirmed the store was open to the public and was undergoing renovation work. "Clarks can confirm that an accident occurred outside our Norwich store, causing injury to a member of the public," she said. She added that the company was investigating the cause and ensuring the "ongoing work does not pose a further risk". "We offer our deepest apologies to the injured party and will be in contact with them over the coming days," she said.

Summary: A woman was knocked unconscious when a Clarks shoe shop sign apparently fell on top of her in Norwich.


The incident happened on the 23:09 service from Dunblane to Edinburgh on 16 December shortly after the train left Larbert railway station. A man who was sitting in the seat next to the girl placed his hand on her legs twice. She was able to alert a conductor who helped her to move seats. The man was described as white, about 5ft 11in tall, in his late 20s, with strawberry blonde hair. He was wearing a Christmas jumper and jeans at the time. PC Andrew McAinsh, said: "Everyone should be able to travel on the railway network without experiencing unwanted sexual behaviour. "I would like to commend the victim for reporting what happened to her. "She was very shaken by the incident and an investigation is under way to identify the offender."

Summary: A 17-year-old girl has been left "very shaken" after being sexually assaulted on a train by a man wearing a Christmas jumper.


Mr Izzard was walking with thousands of March for Europe demonstrators along Whitehall on Saturday when his hat was taken. The comedian gave chase in high heels and retrieved his headwear with the help of police. David Czerwonko, 26, of Clitherow Road, Brentford, has been charged with theft. He was bailed until 19 September when he will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court, police said. The beret has since been taken away by police as evidence. The comedian had addressed crowds in Parliament Square during the event. Protests were also held in Edinburgh, Birmingham, Oxford, Cambridge and Bristol, calling for the UK to strengthen its ties to the continent following the Brexit vote.

Summary: A man has been charged with theft after comedian Eddie Izzard had his pink beret snatched during a pro-Europe rally in London.


He was named locally as Ryan McGovern. It happened at about 13:00 GMT on Sunday at Lattone Road in Belcoo. He was taken to South West Acute Hospital in Enniskillen, but was pronounced dead a short time later. Sinn FÃ©in councillor Anthony Feely knows the child's family. "It is very sad news to hear, especially before Christmas," he said. "I would like to convey my deepest sympathy to the McGovern family. "I cannot begin to imagine how they are feeling." Police have appealed to anyone who witnessed the incident to contact them.

Summary: A seven-year-old boy has been killed in a road accident in County Fermanagh.


Sukhjit Singh, a businessman from Derby, was found with his throat slit on 2 September in Banda, Uttar Pradesh. Police allege his wife, Ramandeep Kaur Mann, was having an affair with his childhood friend, Gurpreet Singh. Her lawyer told the BBC she is innocent and claims a land dispute is behind the killing. Neither of the suspects have been formally charged yet but both are in custody while police prepare to charge them with murder. They both appeared in court via video link for a procedural hearing, at which their remand was extended. Officials from the British High Commission have visited Ms Kaur Mann in prison to check on her welfare. Separately, a case has been filed in the UK by her parents over the custody of the couple's two young boys. It is expected to be heard on Saturday.

Summary: A British woman and her alleged lover have appeared before a court accused of plotting to murder her husband in India.


Jake's Coffee Box is located in a phone box in Eden Place, near Colmore Row. A charitable trust called Thinking Outside The Box was granted planning permission to turn the phone boxes into kiosks and they have now been put up for rent. Jake's Coffee Box, which is run by Jake Holier, is the first person to rent one of the Birmingham phone boxes. He said: "I wanted to bring something different to the city. The red boxes are iconic to our image as Brits. "I've got a coffee machine and some sausage rolls. There is nowhere to sit in the telephone box. All my customers are going to be commuters." Thinking Outside The Box has already overseen a similar scheme at Brighton's Pavilion Gardens, where two phone boxes have become units selling coffee and ice cream.

Summary: A coffee shop which is said to be the smallest in Birmingham has opened in a red telephone box.


She was thrown on to metal railings and was taken to a hospital, where she later died. An initial investigation showed her seatbelt had broken and a passenger safety bar did not fit tightly enough at the Chaohua Park near the city of Chongqing. The "Travel Through Space" ride was inspected in December, reports said. Video footage showing the girl hanging from the seat before being hurled off. The West China Metropolis Daily reported on Sunday that the girl's family had reached a compensation agreement with the park for their only child's death amounting to 870,000 yuan ($127,000; Â£100,000). China's safety regulator said it had asked Chongqing authorities to suspend all the park's big rides for checks to be carried out. It also ordered other companies operating the same ride to stop using it and contact its manufacturer in the city of Chengdu for further checks.

Summary: A teenage girl has died after being flung out of a fast-turning ride at an amusement park in central China.


It will take the reigns from Castle Stewart, which has hosted three of the last championships. Last year's event in Gullane was won by American Rickie Fowler, with Scot Marc Warren tied for fourth. "The facilities are excellent already, but they've got a lot of plans to improve them," said Warren. "I think it will be a really good test of golf. It's got everything. "I would say it's one of the next new links courses in Scotland." Media playback is not supported on this device Compatriot and Ryder Cup player Stephen Gallagher said he is confident it will be a "fantastic event" and has backed the idea of rotating the event to different courses. "It's a perfect fit for the Scottish Open," said Gallagher. "They're taking it to the best courses. I think it's a great idea to showcase the talent around the country. It's a worthy golf course."

Summary: Dundonald Links has been named as the venue for the 2017 Scottish Open, the first time the Ayrshire course has hosted the event.


Four officers died when militants attacked the government compound in Wardoj district, police say. Police say they have despatched units to try to free their colleagues. The attack comes as Nato-led troops steadily withdraw from Afghanistan. On Sunday, Britain marked the end of combat operations there. Provincial police spokesman Lal Mohammad Ahmadzai told the BBC that heavy casualties had been inflicted on the Taliban during fighting at the compound. The attack comes just one day after Nato-led troops reduced their forces as part of a staged withdrawal from Afghanistan. On Sunday the last US Marines unit and UK combat troops officially ended their Afghan operations, handing over security responsibility to local forces.

Summary: At least 17 police officers have been abducted by Taliban militants in Afghanistan's northern Badakhshan province, officials say.


An eclipse is when the Moon comes between the Sun and the Earth, blocking out its light. When there is a total eclipse the whole of the Sun is covered, making the day seems like night. The Moon began to creep across the face of the Sun not long after dawn blocking out its light for four minutes. In other countries like Singapore, Australia and Thailand people the sun was only partly covered that is known as a partial eclipse. The next full eclipse event will not happen until August 2017 and it will be visible from North America.

Summary: Millions of people in Indonesia and the Central Pacific have been treated to a rare total eclipse.


The "one force" model will see officers deployed anywhere instead of working in traditional geographical areas. There has also been a change in shift patterns to try to match the number of officers on duty to the number of emergency calls. The force said it was also looking to make savings by sharing services with South Yorkshire Police. Chief Constable Justine Curran said the changes would mean the force would be "better able to police the area at peak times." She said: "The public will still have the community officers and PCSOs they know and trust in their areas and they'll also now have local community detectives, a real step forward." The changes were instigated by the Humberside Police and Crime Commissioner Matthew Grove. A spokesman for Mr Grove said these changes would save the force about £22m by 2019.

Summary: Humberside Police has abolished separate divisions as part of a plan to save £31m by 2019.


The roof was damaged and one of the cows was injured in the blast in the central German town of Rasdorf. Thanks to the belches and flatulence of the 90 dairy cows in the shed, high levels of the gas had built up. Then "a static electric charge caused the gas to explode with flashes of flames" the force said in a statement quoted by Reuters news agency. Emergency services attended the farm and took gas readings to test for the risk of further blasts, said local media. Cows are believed to emit up to 500 litres of methane - a potent greenhouse gas - each per day.

Summary: Methane gas released by dairy cows has caused an explosion in a cow shed in Germany, police said.


The 29-year-old won three international caps in 2008 and 2009. With Dwayne Peel and Andy Uren sidelined through injury, Roberts will be competing with Will Cliff, Craig Hampson and Will Homer for the scrum-half jersey. "He's a dynamic scrum half and a strong communicator," said Bristol's director of rugby Andy Robinson. Roberts added: "There's a big second half of the season to come and then the play-offs, so I'm looking forward to working hard and contributing to the squad." Meanwhile Premiership side Worcester, who defeated Bristol in the Championship play-off final last season, have signed 24-year-old back row Marco Mama on a permanent deal. Mama has made 12 appearances for the club since joining Warriors on loan in August.

Summary: Bristol have signed former Wales scrum-half Martin Roberts from Pro12 side Ospreys until the end of next season.


It was found by a member of the public at Redcliff Bay in Portishead in March. Avon and Somerset Police said forensic examinations of the remains had "revealed that they are most likely to be several hundred years old". "Therefore there will be no further police investigation regarding this matter." At the time the skull was found there was speculation locally that it could have belonged to a pilot who crashed a plane in Redcliff Bay in 1938. However, local historian Sandy Tebbutt said it was "more likely" it had belonged to a sailor, as the bodies of mariners had washed up in the area over the years.

Summary: A human skull found on the coast near Bristol earlier this year is probably "hundreds of years old", police have said.


Cardiff Blues have been keen on signing Francis, 24, on a dual contract with the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU). "As far as I'm concerned, as far as he's concerned, he's an Exeter player for at least the next two years because he's under contract," Baxter said. "I've had no contact from anybody - either Cardiff Blues or from Wales." Francis has 22 international caps and started four of Wales' five Six Nations matches this year, but the York-born tight-head has never played his club rugby in the country. He has made 11 appearances for Premiership side Exeter this season and it is understood any deal for the forward would involve a fee. "We're expecting him to be here, he's an important part of our squad and we're expecting him to have a big end to the season for us," Baxter added to BBC Radio Devon.

Summary: Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter says he expects prop Tomas Francis to be at Sandy Park next season, despite interest in the Wales international.


The first service set out on Saturday from the the capital Phnom Penh for the tourist areas of the south-west coast. The service, which will run only on weekends, had a VIP on board - the veteran Prime Minister, Hun Sen. "The train and railway were almost totally destroyed by war more than 40 years ago," he wrote on Facebook. "Because our country is now at peace, we have the opportunity to rebuild our transport infrastructure." The journey from Phnom Penh costs around $7 (Â£4.80) and takes eight hours. It will run to and from the coast once a day from Fridays to Sundays. The country has hundreds of kilometres of track, but very little is open, after decades of neglect. Cargo services restarted three years ago, along small stretches of track.

Summary: Cambodia has restarted passenger train services on one route after a gap of some 14 years.


Fire crews and police were called to the property in Savile Road, Halifax, at 05:37 BST and the body of a man in his 50s was found inside. West Yorkshire Police said he had not yet been identified. Det Insp Craig Lord said: "Inquiries are ongoing today with West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service to determine the cause of this fire which has sadly resulted in a man losing his life."

Summary: A man has died in a fire at a flat in West Yorkshire.


Christopher Williams, 25, living in Derby, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash on the A52, in Bottesford, on Wednesday morning. A 33-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has since been released on bail. Leicestershire Police said no-one else was injured. Mr Williams, formerly of Wolverhampton, was riding a Honda motorcycle travelling towards Grantham, in Lincolnshire. The car, a Vauxhall Insignia, was being driven in the opposite direction when the crash happened. Anyone with any information on the crash is asked to contact the force.

Summary: A motorcyclist killed in a crash with a car on a Leicestershire road has been identified.


The Cherries were unbeaten in March - with two wins and one draw - as they moved up to 11th in the table and nine points clear of the relegation zone. "It feels really good," said Howe, who at 39 is the youngest recipient of the award since Garry Monk in August 2014. "It was such an important month for us. "The fact we picked up seven points and go unbeaten means everything to us." Bournemouth are at south coast rivals Southampton in the Premier League at 17:30 BST on Saturday. Everton striker Romelu Lukaku won the player of the month award for his four league goals during March. Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend's solo effort against West Brom was voted goal of the month.

Summary: Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe has been named the Barclays Manager of the Month for the first time.


Having decided not to contest the toss, the visitors had Chris Dent caught behind in the first over and reduced Gloucestershire to 69-5 before lunch. Jack Taylor (51) steadied things before he was bowled by Ben Raine (4-57). In reply, the Foxes lost Paul Horton lbw to the first ball of the innings but fellow opener Angus Robson (49 not out) guided them to 122-5 at the close. Gloucestershire, who will go top of Division Two with a victory, will be without captain Gareth Roderick for six weeks because of a broken finger.

Summary: Leicestershire struggled after bowling out Gloucestershire for 183 as 15 wickets fell on day one at Cheltenham.


The child was thrown across the car's bonnet when she was hit at about 16:15 GMT in Oxford on 22 February, police said. She was struck in Mortimer Road, near to its junction with Nowell Road. A 19-year-old Oxford man has been charged with perverting the course of justice and failing to stop after an accident. Updates on this story and more from Oxfordshire The accused has also been charged with four counts of driving without a licence, four counts of driving without insurance, and failing to report an accident. He has been remanded in custody, and ordered to appear before Oxford Magistrates' Court on 1 April. The girl received cuts, bruises and abrasions and was treated at the John Radcliffe Hospital and has since been discharged.

Summary: A man has been charged after a four-year-old girl was injured in an apparent hit-and-run crash.


Simon Brentford and Darren Strafford jumped off the 900ft cliffs at Nebbifield in Foula, Shetland, with parachutes. Base stands for 'building, antenna, span, earth' - the four fixed structures base jumpers can jump from. Mr Brentford, of Leeds, told BBC Scotland: "I discovered it had never been jumped. The weather had to be spot on, with no wind." He added: "It's a pretty special and unique experience. All you can see in front of you is the sea. It's that sense of exploration. That's very exciting."

Summary: Two men have completed what is believed to be the remotest Base jump in the UK.


Police received a report on Tuesday that a woman had been dragged into a car park and raped between 03:10 and 03:15 GMT that morning in Warwick Road in Trafford. Samaun Shah, 43, of Hornby Road, Stretford has been charged with rape, Greater Manchester Police said. He was remanded in custody to appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates' Court on Monday.

Summary: A man has been charged with raping a woman in Greater Manchester.


The County Antrim-born musician, 52, has pulled out of the band's US tour while he receives further treatment for Hodgkin's Lymphoma. He said on Facebook: "I'm saddened by the fact that my cancer has returned. "However, I'm beyond consolation that its return will prevent me from being able to do my job for a while." He added: "I'm still working on a schedule of treatment with my doctors, but I will see you all very soon." The guitarist, who has also been a member of Whitesnake, Dio and Thin Lizzy, revealed in June 2013 that he was undergoing chemotherapy. Several months later, he said his cancer was in remission. Originally from the Maze just outside Lisburn, he joined Def Leppard in 1992.

Summary: Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell has revealed he is being treated for a recurrence of cancer.


The Indomitable Lions advance to the last eight as Group B winners, with DR Congo going through as runners-up. Yazid Atouba made it 1-0 to Cameroon just before half-time but Jean Makusu equalised straight after the break. Nicolas Moumi restored Cameroon's lead on 50 minutes and Samuel Nlend sealed the victory with a chipped finish 13 minutes later. Cameroon will play Ivory Coast in the next round and DR Congo face hosts Rwanda. Both games will be played on Saturday. Angola beat Ethiopia 2-1 in Monday's other Group B game to record their first points of the tournament as both sides bowed out. Goals by Papel and Manuel Alfonso gave Angola a 2-0 lead and they saw off a threatened comeback from Ethiopia, who pulled a goal back through Tesfaye, to end their tournament on a high note.

Summary: Cameroon beat DR Congo 3-1 to reach the quarter-finals of the African Nations Championship in Rwanda.


Much of that North American revenue was down to the Walt Disney studio, which released such blockbusters as Finding Dory and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Captain America: Civil War, another Disney release, is ranked third in the list of 2016's highest US earners. According to Variety, the record was broken due to "more expensive tickets". It predicted that attendance figures, when calculated, would be "essentially flat". Captain America: Civil War was the year's highest grossing release globally, having made $1.15 billion (£936 million). That put it ahead on Box Office Mojo's list of 2016's overall highest worldwide grossers. Finding Dory was the first animated film to top the list of US and Canada top grossers since Toy Story 3, another Pixar sequel, topped the chart in 2010. Follow us on Facebook, on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts, or on Instagram at bbcnewsents. If you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk.

Summary: Box office takings in the US and Canada topped $11.4 billion (£9.28 billion) in 2016, smashing the $11.1 billion (£9.03 billion) record set the previous year.