The 41-year-old officiated at May's Champions League final as Real Madrid beat Atletico Madrid on penalties, and was then chosen to referee the Euro 2016 final as Portugal beat France in extra-time in July. To mark the landmarks in his career, Clattenburg had two tattoos inked on his arm while in Spain - one of the Euro 2016 logo and another of the Champions League trophy with 'Final Milano 2016' written underneath. Tattooist Mick Mahon posted photographs of her work on Facebook and wrote: "It's not every Sunday you get to tattoo the world's top football referee... Mark Clattenburg back for more!"

Summary: Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg now has a permanent reminder of taking charge of 2016's biggest football matches.


The Toomebridge rider overcame slippery conditions on his Aspar Ducati to secure nine points in the Netherlands. Laverty has moved up one place to 10th in the championship standings on 48 points. He came in 22 seconds behind surprise winner Jack Miller, with the Australian a 750-1 outsider with the bookmakers before the race. Laverty, whose best result of the season was fourth in Argentina in early April, has finished in the points in every round of the championship. Honda rider Marc Marquez was second in Assen to extend his overall lead in the series, with Britain's Scott Redding claiming the final place on the podium for Ducati.

Summary: Eugene Laverty secured an impressive seventh-placed finish in a rain-affected MotoGP race at Assen.


Men's head coach Simon Amor will name a training squad in May, with a men's and women's final 12 announced in July. Two men's teams will enter tournaments in Moscow, Exeter, Gdynia and London in June and July, with the women's sides competing in Kazan and Tignes. "It is a condensed programme as a result of a number of unique challenges," said Amor. "But everyone involved is determined to give it everything for Team GB to be successful in Rio." England, Wales and Scotland compete separately on the Sevens World Series but will form one team for Rio.

Summary: Great Britain will compete in a series of international sevens tournaments in preparation for the Rio Olympic Games.


The 30-year-old is a free agent after being released by Crystal Palace and is open to the possibility of playing abroad. Ledley, capped 73 times, has been linked with moves to two former clubs, Championship side Cardiff City and Scottish champions Celtic. Cardiff boss Neil Warnock has played down the possibility of Ledley moving back to his home city club.

Summary: Wales midfielder Joe Ledley has turned down offers from China and Turkey.


The robbers made off with a wooden casket holding the ashes after smashing their way into the home in Colebrook Lane, in Loughton, Essex. A statement from the family said: "This has upset us more than anything and we have no idea why anybody would do such a thing." The burglars also took jewellery and two laptops. Police said the burglary, on Tuesday, was a "messy search" of the house. The casket has a gold-coloured plaque bearing the name "Patricia Wilkins". Police said the burglars broke in through patio doors at the back of the property at some point between 06:00 and 20:30 GMT.

Summary: A family say they are "utterly distraught" after their mother's ashes were stolen by burglars.


The 23-year-old was taken by helicopter to Glasgow Royal Infirmary, where her condition is not known. Fire crews were called to the blaze at a property in Lochlea Drive, Ayr, just after 16:00. Three fire engines were sent to the scene but the flames were extinguished before the crews arrived. Police are investigating the incident. A Police Scotland spokesman said: "Emergency services attended and the woman was taken by heli-med to the Glasgow Royal Infirmary for treatment. "Her current condition is unknown. Nobody else was injured and inquiries are at early stage to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident."

Summary: A woman has been airlifted to hospital following a fire at a house in South Ayrshire.


The Dow Jones was little changed, falling 0.01% to 21,394.76 while the wider S&P 500 index rose 0.2% to 2,438.3. The tech-heavy Nasdaq index rose 0.5% to 6,265.25. Bed Bath & Beyond was among the biggest losers, falling more than 12% after reporting weak quarterly sales. The home goods chain said on Thursday that quarterly sales increased 0.1% from the same period in 2016, and sales through comparable channels fell 2%. Home Depot also slid 2.7%, despite a government report showing an increase in sales of new homes. The losses were offset by improvement in tech stocks, which had suffered declines in recent weeks. Microsoft shares climbed 1.4%, while Apple gained 0.5%.

Summary: US stocks held steady on Friday, as gains in energy and tech stocks outweighed declines in firms focused on consumer goods.


Tuilagi, who was set to be out of contract next summer, had been linked with moves to several clubs, including Saracens, Worcester and Toulouse. He has been out with a groin injury for 13 months, ruling him out of the World Cup, but is now close to a return. The 24-year-old has won 25 caps for England, having made his debut against Wales in August 2011. Leicester director of rugby Richard Cockerill had previously said he believed rivals were offering "huge amounts of money" to lure the Samoa-born back away from the club. Worcester had been reported to have offered him £1.6m over three years, although those rumours were subsequently denied by Warriors director of rugby Dean Ryan.

Summary: England centre Manu Tuilagi has agreed a new contract with Leicester Tigers, BBC Radio Leicester reports.


It picked up the honour at the British Guild of Travel Writers' awards ceremony. The multi-million pound project linking the capital and the Scottish Borders was officially opened by the Queen last year. It saw off an artificial surfing lake in north Wales and a cycling route in Devon to win the award. "It is an amazing railway and unique to the area," said Ailsa Herd of VisitScotland on accepting the prize. "You can visit so many different attractions over the journey so I would recommend you go now, especially since we won this amazing award. "I think the team will be over the moon, there were so many different contenders in the category we are delighted to have won."

Summary: The Borders Railway between Edinburgh and Tweedbank has been recognised as the best tourism project in the UK.


The 22-year-old has joined on a one-year deal with the option of a second, and is Barrow's sixth summer signing. He started his career at Fulham before moving to QPR where he failed to make a first-team appearance. Fitzpatrick moved to Wimbledon in 2014 but only played 13 games, and had a loan spell in the National League with Torquay last term, scoring three goals. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: National League club Barrow have signed winger David Fitzpatrick following his release by AFC Wimbledon.


Saracens' Vunipola, 24, was injured in the 37-21 win over South Africa and will not train for the next two days. Second row Dave Attwood, 29, who replaced Vunipola on Saturday, will go back to club Bath after having an injection on a knee injury. "We've got a few bumps and bruises from Saturday," said England forwards coach Steve Borthwick. "We'd like all our players fit, but, whenever there's an injury, it creates an opportunity and some players are grabbing those opportunities with both hands. "In the build up to last Saturday's game, the players who weren't in the matchday squad put pressure on those first-choice players to help the preparation. "To have the guys pushing themselves like that is really important." Subscribe to the BBC Sport newsletter to get our pick of news, features and video sent to your inbox.

Summary: England number eight Billy Vunipola is a doubt for Saturday's Test match against Fiji at Twickenham.


UTV Ireland was launched in January and the company initially expected it to lose £3m in its first year. But the station has struggled to find an audience and losses have spiralled. In October, UTV agreed to sell all of its television assets to ITV for £100m. In an update on Friday, UTV said the "uncertainty" created by speculation in the run up to the deal had "a negative impact" on UTV Ireland. The media company added that trading in the Northern Irish television business and the radio division is broadly in line with expectations. When the deal with ITV completes, the reminder of the UTV group will essentially be a radio business.

Summary: UTV Media has said it expects its Republic of Ireland TV business to lose £13m this year.


The eight-time winners of the series will take a year away from the sport to concentrate on the development of a new car running new regulations for 2017. The 33-year-old may still have a role in developing the car but the Northern Ireland man is weighing up his options. Meeke's team-mate, Norway's Mads Ostberg, has left the French team. The Dungannon driver finished second to world champion Sebastien Ogier in last week's Wales Rally GB and, with Ostberg, helped his team to second place overall in the Manufacturers' Championship. Meeke scored Citroen's only 2016 victory in Argentina in a season dominated by Volkswagen and finished fifth in the championship standings. The focus of Citroen in 2017 will be the defence of their World Touring Car crown.

Summary: Kris Meeke is without a drive for the 2016 World Rally Championship after Citroen revealed they will not take part in next year's championship.


The Airports Commission will make a recommendation to the government about the UK's future air capacity. It is likely to be published in the summer. It has shortlisted three options: a third runway at Heathrow, lengthening an existing runway at Heathrow or building a second runway at Gatwick. The public consultation will end at 23:25 GMT. The commission has already concluded there is a need for one additional runway in the South East of England by 2030. Boris Johnson had supported the idea of an island airport in the Thames estuary - dubbed Boris Island - but the commission declared the idea would not be shortlisted. It cited the huge price tag and environmental concerns.

Summary: A commission looking at whether Gatwick or Heathrow should expand will conclude its public consultation later.


McGregor, 20, who is on loan with Airdrieonians, and Gogic, 22, have agreed deals until May next year. Gogic joined Accies in February after being released by Swansea City. He made his debut as a substitute in this month's 4-0 defeat by Hearts and started in the following game, also a 4-0 defeat, this time by Rangers. Gogic began his youth career with Greek champions Olympiacos, where his father, Sinisa, a former Cyprus striker, was youth coach, before joining Swansea in 2013. He did not make a first-team appearance for the Premier League club. McGregor joined Accies from Hibernian last summer and made three League Cup appearances for the Scottish Premiership side but did not feature at all in their league campaign. He joined Airdrieonians in January and has played seven times for the League One outfit.

Summary: Cyprus Under-21 cap Alex Gogic, along with fellow defender Jordan McGregor, has won a contract extension after only two games with Hamilton Academical.


West Midlands Police said Umar Zazai, 25, from Birmingham, was remanded in custody by magistrates to appear before the city's Crown Court on Tuesday. Ikram Ullah Khan, 28, known locally as Ikram Elahi, was stabbed in the neck in the Stratford Road area on 2 July. Two other men, also from Birmingham, have already appeared in court charged with his murder. Khalid Jan, 23, from Sparkbrook, and Naweed Bashardost, 22, from Alum Rock, were remanded in custody. A total of 11 people have been arrested in connection with the disorder the broke out on the night of the stabbing.

Summary: A third man has been charged with murder after a stabbing during disorder in the Sparkbrook area of Birmingham.


Gwent Police and Crime Commissioner Ian Johnston said speed camera vans should be "where the public say they're needed not where GoSafe say they're needed". Chris Hume, from GoSafe, said it was "a partnership in which Gwent Police are full involved". He said three parties agreed all sites. Mr Hume said each police force in Wales has a safety camera unit and sites are agreed by the force, the local authority and Swansea council, which acts as lead for the partnership. "Camera sites are selected in accordance with the Welsh government guidelines and each site is reviewed on an annual basis by the relevant partners, including Gwent Police," he added. "It is therefore a little perverse that there is a suggestion by Mr Johnston that the sites are inappropriate."

Summary: A police commissioner's claim speed cameras have not been placed where they are most needed is "perverse", according to the scheme that enforces them.


Yn gynharach ddydd Llun fe roddodd y clwb o'r Almaen ganiatâd i Paul Clement, 44 oed, i siarad ag Abertawe. Cafodd Clement gyfweliad am y swydd ym mis Hydref cyn i Bob Bradley afael yn yr awennau yn dilyn ymadawiad y prif hyfforddwr Francesco Guidolin. Paul Clement felly fydd trydydd rheolwr Abertawe y tymor hwn. Y disgwyl yw y bydd e'n bresennol yn y gêm rhwng Crystal Palace a'r Elyrch yn Selhurst Park nos Fawrth. Tan fis Chwefror 2016 roedd Mr Clement yn rheoli tîm Derby County a chyn hynny bu'n rheolwr cynorthwyol ar dimau Chelsea a Real Madrid. Mae'r Elyrch wedi colli eu pedair gêm ddiwethaf gan gynnwys yr un ddydd Sadwrn adref yn erbyn Bournemouth. .

Summary: Mae Paul Clement, rheolwr cynorthwyol Bayern Munich, wedi cytuno ar gytundeb dwy flynedd a hanner i reoli'r Elyrch.


North America, its most important market, saw strong sales of trucks and sports utility vehicles. In Europe GM broke even, reversing a loss of $200m a year earlier. In South America it cut its losses to $100m. The profit growth came despite an industry-wide decline of car sales by 2.5% globally. "This strong quarter also reflects the excellent progress we're making to improve results in our more challenged global markets," said GM chief executive Mary Barra. GM's shares rose 3% in the first minutes of trading. GM's chief financial officer Chuck Stevens expressed concerns about the impact of the UK leaving the European Union on the company. "Our biggest concern long term is what that does to the commercial flows," he said. In the first quarter GM invested $500m in ride sharing service Lyft.

Summary: General Motors has reported a $1.95bn (£1.4bn) profit for first quarter, more than double the figure from the same period last year.


The company said visitor numbers had risen by 40%, boosting turnover by 50% to Â£580,000. The cash will be reinvested into the centre, with plans to produce a new film about the distillery and the people who live there. Tomatin is a distillery-based community, with 80% of staff living and working on-site in 30 distillery homes. It is located 16 miles south of Inverness. Distillery general manager Graham Eunson said: "We're delighted with the increase in visitor numbers and the top-class facilities we are offering whisky enthusiasts. "Our community lies at the heart of everything we do, and the world-class product we are offering is testament to the respect for tradition, dedication, skill and attention to detail of our craftsmen."

Summary: Highland distillery Tomatin is toasting a sharp rise in revenue from its visitor centre after recent investment.


The 20-year old centre-half, who has previously spent two loan spells at Derby's Championship rivals Rotherham, is yet to make his Rams debut. But he has played three times for Derby's under-23 side this season. "Farrend's signing completes our recruitment in the defensive department," said boss Russell Slade. "He is a very mature player. It allows us to now turn our attention to recruiting in other areas of the pitch." Rawson is Coventry's second January loan signing following the arrival of Burton Albion midfielder Callum Reilly, while striker Stuart Beavon has arrived on an 18-month deal. The Sky Blues, who are four points adrift of safety, having so far failed to win in four league games under Slade, also last week signed experienced former Wolves full-back Kevin Foley. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: League One bottom club Coventry City have signed defender Farrend Rawson on loan from Derby County for the rest of the 2016-17 season.


The footbridge came down near Maidstone in Kent after it was hit by a lorry carrying a digger last weekend. A large part of the motorway was due to be shut in both directions until Monday morning for the removal to take place. But Highways England had reopened both north and southbound carriageways by 16:30 BST on Sunday. About 100 people were working "around the clock" to remove the remaining section of the bridge, Highways England said on Saturday. Drivers had been warned the road would be closed between junctions 1 and 4 coast-bound and junctions 4 and 2 London-bound from Friday evening until 06:00 BST on Monday. The collapsed section of the pedestrian bridge, near the village of Addington, was removed from the scene last weekend, and the road was reopened a day later. The M20 is the main route to the Channel Tunnel and Port of Dover.

Summary: The M20 has fully reopened earlier than expected after demolition work to remove the remains of a collapsed bridge.


The SeaGen turbine was lowered into place in 2008 and generates electricity from from tidal currents. Two horizontal axis turbines are anchored to the seabed and are driven by the powerful currents resulting from the tide moving in and out. Its owners Atlantis Resources said it will be decommissioned later this year. The company said it had been "an essential research and design platform". Stephen Ward, the firm's director of power generation, said: "This year, we will embark on the next stage of the R&D (research and development) process and focus on decommissioning the SeaGen device. "This operation will be the first commercial scale turbine development to be decommissioned and will help us to understand the complete life-cycle of a tidal stream development."

Summary: A tidal energy turbine installed in Strangford Lough, County Down, is to be removed.


An investigation has begun after the sensitive documents were found at the building in Liverpool, which is being turned into flats. The BBC understands the files include details of murder and rape cases, alongside names and addresses. The Ministry of Justice said the matter was being taken "extremely seriously". The documents belong to the Probation Service, which took over the building in Derby Lane, Old Swan, from the police back in 1993. Workers found the documents as they were clearing the rooms. The Ministry of Justice said the files in question contained data from crimes that happened before 2003, and had been stored in a secure room. A spokesman said: "We take all issues in relation to data handling extremely seriously and have launched an investigation."

Summary: Hundreds of confidential crime files containing data about serious and violent crimes have been discovered by builders at a former probation centre.


The 44-year-old was most recently coach at Coventry City after leaving Nuneaton Town by mutual consent last September. That followed a spell in the Philippines as coach/manager of Global FC and the under-23 international side. "Delighted to be given the opportunity to become manager of Stranraer FC and can't wait to get started," he told the Stranraer website. The club said Reid was the outstanding candidate, who brings a "wealth of experience" to the post. His five-year spell as manager of Ayr United delivered promotion twice for the Honest Men and took them to the League Cup semi-final in 2012. However, his contract was not renewed following relegation to the Second Division that same year. Meanwhile, goalkeeper David Mitchell, who was out of contract in the summer, has agreed a two-year deal with Premiership outfit Dundee.

Summary: Former Ayr United boss Brian Reid says he is relishing the challenge of managing League One rivals Stranraer.


The former Bangladesh high-performance head coach and England one-day batsman scored 15,329 first-class runs and played for Lancashire and Northants. Director of cricket Kim Barnett said: "We're delighted to secure someone of Mal's calibre for the position. "Mal will now be responsible for identifying and providing additional coaching support to youngsters in and around Derbyshire." Loye, who played seven ODIs for England in 2007, will be responsible for the club's newly-created development pathway, working with young cricketers from the age of 13 and the club's academy. "We want to produce cricketers who will go on to play for Derbyshire and potentially England," added Barnett. "Creating a new senior development coach role and attracting a candidate as strong as Mal demonstrates how important this is to the club."

Summary: Mal Loye has joined Derbyshire to take up the position of development coach.


The move comes a week after United activated a similar extension to Marouane Fellaini's contract. Ecuador international Valencia, 31, was bought as a winger from Wigan in 2009 for an undisclosed fee. He was converted into a full-back by former United boss Louis van Gaal, having been used occasionally in the role by Sir Alex Ferguson. Valencia has made 23 starts for United this season, a total exceeded only by Paul Pogba and Zlatan Ibrahimovic among the outfield players in Jose Mourinho's squad. Take part in our Premier League Predictor game, which allows you to create leagues with friends.

Summary: Manchester United have triggered a one-year extension to Antonio Valencia's contract, signing him up until 2018.


Provan, who can also play as a winger, left Notts' fellow Women's Super League One club Reading at the end of the 2016 WSL season. She said: "I'm very excited to join such an experienced squad." Manager Rick Passmoor added: "Shelly adds a wealth of knowledge. She gives us a different option on the left-hand side, in an attacking sense as well." The Spring Series sees teams play each other once in a one-off, six-week transitional competition before the WSL's switch to a winter calendar. For top-flight teams, the Spring Series runs over six weeks, from 23 April until Saturday, 3 June.

Summary: Notts County Ladies have signed full-back Shelly Provan on a contract until the end of the 2017 Spring Series.


Egypt international Elmohamady joined Hull on an initial loan deal from Sunderland in 2012, before signing for £2m fee the following year. The 28-year-old made 51 appearances last season to help City earn promotion through the Championship play-offs. "I took the decision to sign straight away, it wasn't difficult," he told BBC Look North. "We have a great manager, an experienced manager who's been in this league a long time so he knows how to prepare us for the big games. "Hopefully we'll get the right people and the right players to go back and do well in the Premier League." Elmohamady's contract is subject to him being granted a new work permit.

Summary: Hull City full-back Ahmed Elmohamady has signed a new three-year deal with the Premier League club until 2019.


The Embraer was hit on Monday night on a flight from Guernsey to Gatwick. The airline said there was no danger to passengers but the plane had been grounded for engineering tests. Aurigny chief executive Mark Darby said they had chartered an alternative aircraft while the jet is out of action. Flights were disrupted in September 2015 after a plane hit a buzzard as it took off from Guernsey Airport. In August 2014 there were delays when a bird hit the jet as the aircraft was bound for London airport. The Embraer 195 operated its first flight between Guernsey and Gatwick in July 2014. Mr Darby said one cause of the strikes could be the way "birds are managed at different airfields" but added he was unable to say at what point the bird-strike took place.

Summary: Aurigny's jet has been grounded after suffering its third bird strike in the 20 months it has been in service.


He won 26 of the 48 votes cast to clinch victory in the first round. The elections were organised by Fifa's Normalisation Committee, who had been put in place to manage the Togo FA's affairs after an internal crisis. Akpovy's major tasks are to streamline the country's football administration and restart the domestic league. He said: "I will turn the fortunes of Togo's football. I am going to make sure that we start the league by 15 May 2016 because we need young talented players to fill up our national teams." Togo play Tunisia home and away in Match as part of the qualifiers for the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations in Gabon.

Summary: Colonel Kossi Akpovy has been elected the new president of the Togolese Football Federation after Saturday's congress held in Lome.


Trade unions used the traditional march to protest against a proposed labour law to be discussed by parliament. Police responded with tear gas when youths began throwing missiles, bringing the march to a standstill. France has seen two months of unrest over the reforms. Several police officers were injured during countrywide protests on Thursday. The proposed law, to be debated in parliament on Tuesday, would remove some of the protection workers enjoy against being laid off, in an attempt to encourage businesses to hire more people. The socialist government says its aim is to combat chronic unemployment, but opponents say it will let employers bypass workers' rights on pay, rest time and overtime rates. What's behind France's economic malaise?

Summary: Clashes have broken out between French police and demonstrators during a May Day parade in Paris.


Estyn called on local authorities, schools and pupil referral units (PRUs) to work together to prevent children leaving full-time education. Its report highlighted inconsistent provisions at PRUs. Estyn's new chief inspector, Meilyr Rowlands, said "effective strategies" were needed. He said: "Although we have seen good practice in PRUs, all stakeholders still need to do more to make sure there are effective strategies in place to help vulnerable pupils both in and outside school settings." The report, Education Other Than At School, also encouraged "prompt intervention" with disengaged pupils and said some PRU staff felt "isolated and unsupported". The report highlighted good practice in Ceredigion where there have been no permanent exclusions in schools for six years.

Summary: More needs to be done to prevent vulnerable pupils being excluded from school, an education watchdog has said.


It's extra special as this is the first strawberry moon in almost 50 years to happen at the same time as the summer solstice. The low angle of the moon at this time of year means its light must go through thicker, warmer air - which can lead to an amber glow. It hasn't happened at the same time as the longest day of the year since 1967. The summer solstice is the longest day of the year. It's named after the Latin word "solstitium", which means "sun standing still". It means that from Monday onwards, the hours of sunlight are going to start getting less and less. The shortest day of the year, also known as the winter solstice, falls on 21 December this year.

Summary: Stargazers could catch a glimpse of a strawberry moon on Monday night if the clouds give way.


The northbound east tunnel was due to reopen at 05:30 BST on Monday but remained shut until about 09:30 BST, causing major traffic queues. It has been closed overnight since 16 May for "safety-critical repairs". Motorists were urged to allow extra time for their journeys or consider alternative routes. Problems with a safety system that stops over height vehicles entering the tunnel meant the tunnel could not be reopened on time, according to Andrew Broughton of Highways England. Earlier, Highways England issued a statement which said: "There are long delays on the M25 in Kent anti-clockwise due to the closure of the Dartford Crossing east tunnel. "There are also long delays on the A2 westbound between the M2 and the junction with the M25."

Summary: Drivers were caught in tailbacks of up to six miles after a safety system failed following engineering work at the Dartford Crossing.


Research by Project Seagrass, formed by scientists from Cardiff University and Swansea University, has shown the meadows are in a "perilous state". Seagrasses are plants that form dense underwater beds in shallow water. It is hoped people will use the app to help scientists with monitoring, conservation and education efforts. "The app provides ocean enthusiasts around the world with an opportunity to become citizen scientists who contribute to marine conservation with just a few taps of their phone", said Benjamin Jones, project co-founder and research assistant at Cardiff University's Sustainable Places Research Institute. The team hopes to create a more comprehensive picture of seagrass meadows around the globe. It hopes it will inspire new scientific research and conservation measures that can help protect ocean habitats.

Summary: Marine conservationists have launched an app to encourage the public to identify and monitor underwater seagrass meadows.


The sportsman won a gold medal for Great Britain in the men's PT2 triathlon in Rio, adding to his haul of world and European titles. Lewis said: "It's amazing to be here and for everyone to come out like this." Paralympian Jack Rutter joined Lewis in the open top vintage bus procession. Rutter led Great Britain's Paralympic cerebral palsy seven-a-side football side at the Rio games. The parade went from Newerne Street via Bathurst Park Coronation Gates to the Pavilion, where a reception was held. Lewis said it was more emotional to see everyone turn out for the homecoming than crossing the finish line in Rio. "I'm so proud to be from Lydney and to be here with everyone. "This medal means so much to me but the people of Lydney contributed to this," he added. His wife, Becky Lewis, said: "I'm very proud, he's one in a million."

Summary: Hundreds of people turned out to cheer gold medal winning Paralympian Andy Lewis in Lydney at his homecoming celebration on Saturday afternoon.


Sex crimes rose from 4,108 to 5,016 while violent crime went up from 40,771 to 49,046. Figures published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Thursday show there were just over 185,000 recorded crimes in Wales in 2015, a rise of 2.5% compared to last year. The total number of crimes went from 180,648 in 2014 to 185,075 in 2015. Across Wales and England the number of sexual offences recorded by police rose to more than 100,000 for the first time ever. The ONS said improvements in crime recording processes by the police were thought to be the main driver of the change.

Summary: Recorded sex offences in Wales have risen compared to last year and overall crime has increased slightly.


The migrants, mainly from sub-Saharan Africa, stormed different points of the 6m-high (19ft) barbed-wire fence from 06:15 local time (07:15 GMT) on Friday. It is the biggest single breach of the border in a decade, local media report. Two border guards were injured in the surprise assault on the border, according to Spanish authorities. Local TV footage showed dozens of migrants celebrating their crossing, while others appeared exhausted, lying on the pavement with visible cuts to their feet and hands. Most of those who made the crossing have now been detained, with 20% still unaccounted for, Spanish Interior Minister Juan Ignacio Zoido said. Ceuta is a major crossing point for those seeking work or asylum in Europe. Together with a second Spanish enclave, Melilla, it is the European Union's only land border with Africa.

Summary: At least 400 people have broken through the border fence between Morocco and the enclave of Ceuta, which is part of Spain.


She became Britain's most decorated female Olympic athlete during the Rio games after winning five Olympic medals over five consecutive games. Speaking after the investiture, Glasgow-born Dame Katherine said the honour was "wonderful". "Although the title has been usable since January, it still doesn't feel quite real," she said. "As an athlete it's not something you ever realistically aim for, or think about or consider, so for it to be awarded is incredible and it takes a while to feel you fit the shoes." Dame Katherine has now retired from international rowing after a career spanning two decades. She has won one gold medal and four silvers at the last five Olympics, making her Britain's most decorated female Olympian.

Summary: Scottish rower Katherine Grainger has been made a Dame by the Queen at a ceremony at Buckingham Palace.


A one-day bus strike is taking place and some trains have also been cancelled - leaving one group of 20 fans stuck in Rosslare. Pre-booked tickets will be refunded but there are no alternative bus or rail services running. Wales take on Ireland at 19:45 GMT. Irish Rail passengers have been warned of major disruption across services due to the Bus Ã‰ireann strike. Drivers stopped working at midnight across the country and the disruption has now spread to the rail network due to picketing related to the dispute. Services likely to affect fans include routes to and from Dublin to Limerick, Cork, Galway, Sligo, Waterford. Bus Ã‰ireann said it was "extremely disappointed" by the action, which it claims would cause major inconvenience to customers and exacerbate the "perilous financial situation at the company".

Summary: Wales football fans face travel disruption as transport unions have called strikes ahead of their World Cup qualifier against Ireland in Dublin.


The 6' 4" centre-half was released by Crewe at the end of last season. A former Histon team-mate of current Dons' players Jack Midson and Gareth Gwillim, Mitchel-King suffered back and hernia injuries last season. The 27-year-old, who can also play in midfield, underwent an extensive medical before Wimbledon completed the signing. Mitchel-King made 147 appearances for Histon, and was a member of the side that beat Leeds United in the FA Cup in November 2008. After moving to Crewe in June 2009 he was made captain, and made 46 appearances before injuries interrupted his progress. Wimbledon have also confirmed they have taken up contract options on forward Luke Moore and defender Fraser Franks.

Summary: AFC Wimbledon have confirmed they have signed defender Mat Mitchel-King from Crewe Alexandra.


Klopp, 47, announced on Wednesday he was leaving Dortmund at the end of the season as he felt he was no longer the right man to take them forward. Former Mainz coach Tuchel has signed a three-year contract with the eight-times German champions. Tuchel, 41, stood down from his post at Mainz last year after leading them to their highest Bundesliga finish. He is regarded as one of Germany's top coaches and was linked with the Hamburg job before Bruno Labbadia was appointed. Tuchel set a new club record at Mainz by winning their first seven league matches of the 2010-11 season. Klopp has frequently been linked with Premier League clubs, including Manchester United before the appointment of Louis van Gaal, Arsenal and more recently Manchester City.

Summary: Thomas Tuchel will replace the departing Jurgen Klopp as Borussia Dortmund head coach from 1 July.


Officials said the accused knew that the University of Northern New Jersey did not exist, but they were unaware it was a ruse run by immigration agents. The defendants acted as brokers for more than 1,000 foreigners who sought to maintain student and work visas, prosecutors said. Most foreign nationals involved in the scheme came from China and India. Immigration authorities will deal with the nationals affected, but they will not be prosecuted, officials said. "This was just another stop on the 'pay-to-stay' tour," Paul Fishman, US attorney for New Jersey, told the Associated Press. Federal agents set up a fake website and posed as administrators who dealt with suspects. The agents' recorded conversations with the defendants showed that the practice of paying to extend visas had been going on for years, prosecutors said.

Summary: Twenty-one people have been arrested after US authorities set up a fake university to expose immigration fraud.


A police dog indicated there were drugs in the vehicle when Stephen Allen, 37 and of Prescot, Merseyside was stopped on the M55 near Blackpool in February. When Lancashire Police officers were unable to find the hidden stash during a two-hour search they seized the van. A spokesman said 2kg of cocaine was later found in a "purpose-built void" behind the passenger seat. Enquiries were carried out to locate Allen but they could only arrest him in July at Manchester Airport. Allen, of Warrington Road, was jailed at Preston Crown Court for six years and nine months after admitting possession with intent to supply Class A drugs. Officers believe the street value of the "high-purity" drugs would be "significantly higher" than their £70,000 estimate. Det Supt Chris Sanderson said the "significant amount of cocaine... would undoubtedly have brought misery to the streets of Blackpool".

Summary: A man who had at least £70,000 worth of cocaine hidden in a secret compartment in his van has been jailed.


The 26-year-old finished the 54-hole LPGA Tour event on Sunday at 18 under par for her second tournament victory of the season and 15th career title. Ryu closed with a two-under 69, beating compatriot Amy Yang and Thailand's Moriya Jutanugarn, after heading into the final round with a five-shot lead. "Dreams come true," Ryu said on being world number one for the first time. "I always dreamed about it. I cannot believe it. I didn't expect two good things coming together." Britain's Mel Reid, who was two shots off the lead after the first round, finished at six under after carding a final round of 67.

Summary: South Korea's Ryu So-yeon is the world number one after winning the NW Arkansas Championship by two shots.


Documents and computer equipment were seized from the Mossack Fonseca office, officials said on Twitter. The attorney general's office said the Mossack Fonseca sign had been removed a day earlier and quoted an employee as saying the firm was moving. The leak showed how some wealthy people use offshore companies to evade tax. The raid was overseen by El Salvador's Attorney General Douglas Melendez. Mossack Fonseca's El Salvador branch was able to provide "back office" functions for the firm's clients all over the world, according to a document posted on Twitter by the attorney general's office. Local news website El Faro reported (in Spanish) that Salvadoreans had used Mossack Fonseca to buy property in the country without declaring the purchases to the Salvadorean authorities. The firm has denied it has done anything wrong and says the information is being presented out of context. Elsewhere:

Summary: Authorities in El Salvador have raided the offices of the Panama law firm at the centre of a massive data leak, the attorney general's office says.


The ex-Wales Office and Defra minister is the first sitting Labour MP since 1999 to seek a move to Cardiff Bay. Mr Irranca-Davies, 52, has been an MP since 2002, but said earlier this year Westminster was not the "be all and end all". His selection comes as Labour AM Janice Gregory is standing down from the safe seat in Bridgend county. The party has also selected teacher Vikki Howells to contest the neighbouring Cynon Valley seat. Labour has held both seats since the first assembly elections in 1999. Mr Irranca-Davies is already co-ordinating Labour's assembly election campaign for next May.

Summary: Ogmore Labour MP Huw Irranca-Davies has been selected to fight the seat at next year's assembly elections.


British Transport Police (BTP) said additional officers would be at Hull, Leeds and York stations. The patrols will take place in the evening as people arrive for a night out. BTP said similar patrols in other areas had resulted in a "significant drop in instances of anti-social behaviour". The officer in charge of Operation Stronghold, Insp Gary Jones, said it was "about reassuring the public". "Put simply, Op Stronghold Is about having officers at key locations at key times to reduce crime and keep the travelling public safe," he said. "We want everyone using the rail network at the weekend to enjoy a safe and secure journey." The operation will run over the next two weekends.

Summary: There will be extra police patrols at railway stations across Yorkshire as part of a crackdown on "alcohol-fuelled anti-social behaviour".


The England football coach was speaking to Newsround ahead of the 2013 Women's Euros competition in Sweden. Asked whether the women's team could beat the men, she answered: "Absolutely, why not? "I think physically the guys are obviously a lot stronger than the women, but if we took it on technical ability we're as good as the men." She continued: "We'd give it a good go." The former international player added: "Women's football is sometimes considered secondary. "But the growth of the game means more people are interested in the game, and it's flourishing." Check out MOTD Kickabout's Women's Euro special every Saturday during the tournament at 7:40am, exclusively on the CBBC Channel.

Summary: Hope Powell has said that in terms of technical ability, England's women could beat the men's national side.


The toys, which include a skateboard, bike and buggy, were left in Downham Road in Ely. The poster by East Cambridgeshire District Council stresses it wants to "keep our district clean". It says: "Wanted: the person who fly-tipped this waste." Fly-tippers can be fined up to £50,000. The council's website says: "Fly-tipping is not only unsightly, inconsiderate, dangerous and expensive to clean up, it is also illegal". It adds that offenders can be fined as much as £50,000 or receive a six-month prison sentence. A spokesperson for East Cambridgeshire District Council said: "An issue we often have as a local authority is gathering the evidence against those small minority of people who fly-tip. "This is why our enforcement officer recently started putting up posters at locations near to where things have been dumped to help get information."

Summary: A "wanted" poster has been issued by a council trying to trace the culprit who dumped children's toys in a ditch in Cambridgeshire.


The 18-year-old has been linked with Premier League clubs in recent weeks. "Ryan has put pen to paper on an extension to his contract that will keep him here for the foreseeable future," manager Neal Ardley told the Dons' website. "It's great news and we want our young, talented players to be at the club for a long time." Sweeney has impressed since being brought back into the first team last month, making nine of his 12 appearances for the club since then. "My heart is set here. I want to play for Wimbledon," he said. "I think I've progressed this season and especially over the last 18 months." The exact length of his new contract has not been disclosed.

Summary: AFC Wimbledon's teenage centre-back Ryan Sweeney has signed a new contract with the League Two club.


The 33-year-old tempered five birdies with three bogeys, leaving him on 22 points - two behind leader Greg Chalmers of Australia at the PGA Tour's only modified Stableford event. England's Greg Owen - the other Brit to make the cut - is tied for 53rd. The winner of the competition will earn £2.3m and an Open Championship spot. Laird said it would be "great" to secure a place in the field at Royal Troon later this month. He said: "It's always nice for me to go back to Scotland. The Open is my favourite tournament in the year." The Barracuda Championship - formerly known as the Reno-Tahoe Open - is the only one on the PGA Tour to use a modified Stableford format, with eagles worth five points and birdies worth two.

Summary: Scotland's Martin Laird relinquished his overnight lead after a second-round points haul of seven at the Barracuda Championship in Nevada.


Holloway, 23, scored eight goals in 64 games for Wycombe, having joined in 2014 following his release by Newport. Neal, 30, played eight times for Port Vale before being released, while he also had a loan spell at Bury in March. Cairns, 23, was released by Rotherham on Friday after failing to make an appearance for the Championship club. "I think the aim should be to get promoted," Holloway told BBC Radio Lancashire. "My agent has a really good relationship with the people here and he said how good they are and they'll look after me. "I came over to see the facilities and obviously they speak for themselves, so it's a no-brainer when you see those." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Fleetwood have signed striker Aaron Holloway for an undisclosed fee and keepers Chris Neal and Alex Cairns on free transfers, all on two-year deals.


The 33-1 shot, ridden by 19-year-old David Mullins and trained by Mouse Morris, won at Aintree on Saturday. Rule The World had never claimed a victory over fences before - and has twice recovered from a cracked pelvis. "I'd like to retire him if the trainer will let me," O'Leary, the boss of airline Ryanair, told Sportsweek. "The horse has just arrived home, had a roll and a big feed and we're taking him into Mullingar for a homecoming parade." O'Leary also won the Gold Cup at Cheltenham last month with Don Cossack. "The Grand National is the one that stops the nation in Britain and Ireland and it's an incredible privilege to win it," he added. "I still can't believe it's real. It feels like a dream, even one day later."

Summary: Grand National winner Rule The World's owner Michael O'Leary says he does not see the need to make the nine-year-old defend the title.


Joshua was named on Dale's bench for their EFL Trophy tie at Hartlepool in November and was also given an honorary player of the month award by the EFL. After he was too ill to attend the game, players visited him in hospital to present his personalised shirt. Rochdale have also retired the number 55 that they registered for Joshua. "Staff at the club first met Joshua last year and he touched the hearts of everyone," said a club statement. "Our thoughts are with his mum Nicola and his dad Kevin at this very difficult time. We send Nicola, Kevin and their family our sincerest condolences and love. "We will continue to offer our support to the family at this time." Rochdale boss Keith Hill said Joshua's story had "touched the hearts" of everyone after the team first met him in February.

Summary: League One side Rochdale have announced that five-year-old supporter Joshua McCormack has died after his battle with a brain tumour.


The luxury yacht Makayabella was intercepted in September last year after crossing the Atlantic. David Webster, 44, of Rillmead, Otley, and Philip McElhone, 29, of Freemantle Place, Leeds, both appeared via video at Leeds Crown Court. Both pleaded guilty to conspiracy to import Class A drugs. The two men were remanded in custody by Judge Guy Kearl QC until sentencing in September. It is believed the drugs, which came from Venezuela, would have had a street value in excess of £160m. The Makayabella was intercepted in poor condition by Irish authorities in the Atlantic Ocean, 200 miles off the south-west coast of Ireland, while investigators also seized a 25ft (8m) motor boat called Sea Breeze, moored in Pwllheli, north Wales.

Summary: Two men charged in connection with a £160m drugs haul off the coast of Ireland have admitted conspiracy to import cocaine.


And members of the public are being invited to join the audience. In the spotlight will be the SNP's Nicola Sturgeon; Labour's Kezia Dugdale; Conservative Ruth Davidson; the Lib Dem's Willie Rennie and Patrick Harvie of the Greens. The debate will take place at Hopetoun House, South Queensferry, and will be chaired by the BBC's Sarah Smith. Potential audience members need to be available from 18:30 to 21:00. Voters go to the polls on 5 May to elect their new constituency and regional MSPs. You can follow extensive coverage of the election campaign and results as they happen on TV, radio and online.

Summary: The second BBC Scotland leaders' debate will take place on 1 May - days before the Scottish Parliament election.


Officers believe the vehicles were driven off the farm in Cantsdam Road near Kelty overnight on Friday. It is being treated as a "high value theft", and police are appealing for any witnesses who saw the vehicles being driven on Friday night or Saturday morning. The tractor is a blue New Holland T6080 with the registration SP10 EPJ. The forklift is a red Manito with registration SF09 JWJ. Det Sgt Kelly McEwan said: "This is a high value theft and we are keen to trace those responsible as soon as possible. "These vehicles would stand out being driven late at night or in the early hours of the morning. "We would appeal to anyone who was in the Cantsdam Road area on Friday night or Saturday morning and saw these two vehicles, or anyone acting suspiciously, to get in touch with us immediately."

Summary: Police are investigating the unusual theft of a tractor and a forklift truck from a farm in Fife.


The £6.5m centre, at University of Wales Trinity Saint David's Waterfront campus, will open in 2018 and offer specialist training at all levels of the industry. The Swansea hub will work alongside colleges across Wales. Training body CITB said in the past apprentices had had to leave Wales to gain industry-recognised skills. Mark Bodger, strategic partnerships director for CITB Wales, said: "The Construction Wales Innovation Centre (CWIC) will help ensure Wales has home-grown skills in place to meet the construction industry's current and future needs. "CWIC will be a major step forward for the construction industry in Wales." Some of the partner colleges in the "hub and spoke" training framework will include Coleg Sir Gar in Carmarthenshire, Coleg Ceredigion, Coleg Cambria in north east Wales and Coleg y Cymoedd in south east Wales.

Summary: A construction training centre which aims to train more than 1,000 students a year is to be built in Swansea.


Lt Jenkins, from Colwyn Bay, Conwy, collapsed at the Commando Training Centre, Lympstone, Devon, while on a 30-mile (48km) march on Thursday. An investigation into his death is being carried out. A Royal Navy spokesman said: "The thoughts and sympathies of the naval service are with his family and friends at this time." Lt Jenkins, who was in his mid-20s, died during the so-called "30-miler" march, the last major test undertaken as part of the 32-week Commando course. Trainees must complete it carrying at least 32lbs (15kg) of equipment in a maximum time of eight hours.

Summary: A Royal Marine trainee who died on a training exercise in Dartmoor has been named as Lt Gareth Jenkins.


The Waterford hurdler smashed his own previous national benchmark, clocking a time of 48.39. Barr was third coming out of the final bend but produced a stunning finish. The University of Limerick man is the third fastest qualifier for the final, ensuring a good lane draw for Thursday's final (16:00 BST). Barr won his semi-final from Haron Koech of Kenya. Kerron Clement of the United States is the fastest qualifier for the final, having won the first semi-final in 48.26 seconds. Jamaica's Annsert Whyte won the second semi-final in 48.32 seconds and is the only other qualifier who ran faster than Barr. Barr is the first Irish man to reach the final of the 400m hurdles since Bob Tisdall won the event at the 1932 Olympics in Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Ireland's Oliver Dingley has finished in eighth position in the final of the men's 3m springboard diving.

Summary: Ireland's Thomas Barr won his semi-final in a new Irish record time to qualify for the final of the men's 400m hurdles at the Rio Olympics.


Thomas Anthony Carlin has also instructed lawyers to seek bail as he seeks to overturn the three-month prison sentence imposed for his approach to Lord Justice Gillen. His application for leave to appeal to the Supreme Court will be dealt with at a specially arranged hearing in Belfast on Friday. On Wednesday, the 43-year-old PSNI officer was found guilty of contempt of court in proceedings brought against him by the Attorney General. Lord Chief Justice Sir Declan Morgan held that he had acted with premeditation and determination. Sir Declan described him as a man driven by self-importance and attention seeking who "revelled in being the spotlight". The judge told Mr Carlin that if he seeks to apologise after 28 days the rest of his sentence will be set aside. He had tried to arrest Lord Justice Gillen following the verdict of a repossession matter between Mr Carlin and Santander.

Summary: A serving policeman jailed for trying to arrest one of Northern Ireland's most senior judges is to attempt to appeal his conviction to the UK's highest court.


Goals from Kyle Bennett, Michael Doyle and a Matt Pearson own goal gave Pompey a 3-1 win in the League two match - their third victory in four games. Portsmouth have lost only one of their last seven matches and are six points behind third-placed Plymouth. "The first half was probably the best performance we have had in relation to the magnitude of the game," said Cook. "We absolutely dominated a team that have been excellent at home," he told BBC Radio Solent. "We took a lot of criticism at Barnet away and we have taken that criticism properly - we have stood up like men." Portsmouth, who are now fourth in the division, host Newport at Fratton Park on Saturday.

Summary: Portsmouth manager Paul Cook described his side's first-half performance at Accrington as their best this season.


Thain's bakers keeps the long hours at its George Street store to accommodate customers including shift workers and revellers. It is being bought by Hatton-based family firm Murdoch Allan, which employs more than 100 people. Thain's has a staff of 50. Murdoch Allan managing director Paul Allan said: "This new arrangement secures both businesses." He explained: "I am particularly pleased that Graeme and Alan Thain will be remaining with the business which they have worked hard to build up over the years and which was founded by their late father, Jack Thain, in 1962." Murdoch Allan bakery started in 1991.

Summary: An Aberdeen bakery firm famous for its 24-hour shop is to be taken over.


The UK-wide scheme was instigated by the Prince of Wales to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Queen's Coronation. Flower-rich grasslands have decreased by 97% in the UK since the 1930s. New meadows have been created in Gwynedd and Pembrokeshire and work is due to begin in Conwy county. Flagship "Coronation meadows" are being identified for each county in the UK so seed from them can be used to create new meadows within the area. The project has received funding from Biffa Award, Natural Resources Wales and Grantscape.

Summary: Twelve wildflower meadows have been restored in Wales following a mission to reverse their decline.


Ben Mohamed's goal was enough to give Les Coelacanthes victory at the Stade Said Mohamed Cheikh in Mitsamiouli. The Comoros are a group of islands off south-east Africa with a population of around 773,000. Their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier win was their first in 21 attempts since 2007. Torrential rain temporarily held up play shortly after Mohamed's goal in the 56th minute, but the match resumed and the Comoros held on to win 3,084 days after their first competitive outing. After three Group D qualifiers, they are level on three points with Botswana and Burkina Faso while leaders Uganda have six points. Gabon will host the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations finals.

Summary: The Comoros Islands have finally ended their long wait for a first win in competitive international football by beating Botswana 1-0.


Hernandez headed in his 47th goal with four minutes left in Saturday's friendly in Los Angeles, a warm-up for the Confederations Cup in Russia. It took the Bayer Leverkusen forward, 28, past Jared Borgetti's record in his 91st international appearance. "Javier is one of the best finishers in the world," Mexico coach Juan Carlos Osorio said. Hernandez, who was the fastest Mexico player to score 40 goals for his country, equalled Borgetti's record in March. He scored 59 goals in 156 appearances for United after arriving at Old Trafford in 2010, before joining German side Leverkusen in August 2015.

Summary: Former Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez became Mexico's leading scorer during a 2-1 defeat by Croatia.


The 29-year-old and two accomplices attached the bomb to the vending machine in a quiet street before taking cover in their vehicle. But the victim did not close the door in time and was struck in the head by a steel shard from the explosion. His accomplices took him to hospital but he later died of his wounds. The men told staff at the hospital in the western town of Schoppingen that their unconscious friend had fallen down the stairs. But one of them later admitted to police that they had blown up the machine. Police confirmed that none of the money or condoms from the machine had been taken. The two surviving men were arrested before later being released from custody.

Summary: A German man died on Christmas Day after blowing up a condom dispenser with a homemade bomb in a botched robbery, police say.


Edward James, 68, was found with hundreds of plants on his land at Bratton Fleming, Barnstaple, Devon. He told police growing the Class B drug was "more profitable than chickens", Exeter Crown Court heard. Recorder Mr Rufus Taylor adjourned the case until 30 July, and ordered pre-sentence reports be prepared by the Probation Service. Sean Brunton, prosecuting, said in light of James' guilty plea to producing cannabis, his not guilty plea to a second charge of possession with intent to supply had been accepted. Gareth Evans, defending, said James is in poor health and has strong personal mitigation.

Summary: A farmer has admitted growing cannabis plants worth £109,000 because "they made more money" than rearing chickens.


Currently smoking on such sites is allowed in designated areas or shelters, which will be removed. Patients due to be admitted to hospital will be offered help and support from the Quitline Stop Smoking Service. Dr Stephen Bridgman, Medical Officer of Health, said: "It shows our commitment to the health and wellbeing of the people who visit and use our premises." He said: "However, I am also aware that this represents a significant change for staff who work on these sites as well as visitors and service users. "It is for this reason that we are providing plenty of warning of these changes and support for those people who may be affected." Guernsey and smoking

Summary: Smoking at Guernsey's health, social care and education facilities will be banned completely from 1 October.


The Avalanche network was used to target online bank customers with phishing and spam emails, it adds. More than a million emails were sent per week with malicious files or links. When users opened them, their infected computers became part of the network. Five people have been arrested, but Europol has not said where. According to Europol's statement: The investigations started in 2012 in Germany, after a substantial number of computer systems were infected, blocking users' access. Millions of private and business computer systems were also infected with malware, giving criminals access to email and bank passwords. The announcement comes after a cyber attack left 900,000 Deutsche Telekom customers with their broadband service cut off on Sunday.

Summary: One of the world's biggest networks of hijacked computers has been dismantled after a four-year investigation, the EU law enforcement agency Europol says.


The incident happened on an unclassified road between Glenbervie and Drumlithie in Aberdeenshire shortly after 10:00 on Sunday. The 62-year-old driver was taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary for treatment. Police appealed for information about the accident, which happened near Milton Park Farm and involved a green Claas tractor. Sgt Malcolm Kinross, of the road policing unit, said: "Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the injured gentlemen, and we are seeking the assistance of anybody who may have seen the collision or tractor prior to the collision."

Summary: A tractor driver was seriously injured after his vehicle left the road and landed in a ditch.


Derry completed a rousing comeback to beat Meath at Owenbeg on Saturday and move into the last 16 of the series. Derry overturned a seven-point half-time deficit to defeat the Royals, a game which turned out to be Mick O'Dowd's final one in charge of Meath. Cavan overcame a six-day turnaround to beat Carlow 2-13 to 0-12 on Saturday. Sligo have been drawn at home to Clare in the other Round 3A fixture, while Mayo will host Kildare and Longford will entertain Cork in the Round 3B matches. All four games will be played on Saturday. Mayo booked their place in the next round by beating Fermanagh, while Monaghan crashed out at home to Longford. All-Ireland Qualifier Round 3A fixtures Cavan v Derry, Breffni Park, 15:30 Sligo v Clare, Markievicz Park, 14:00 Round 3B fixtures Mayo v Kildare, Castlebar, 19:00 Longford v Cork, Pearse Park, 15:00

Summary: Cavan have been drawn to face Ulster rivals Derry in Round 3A of the All-Ireland Football Qualifiers at Breffni Park on Saturday (15:30 BST).


The move will see Holden, 37, work with existing assistant John Pemberton and be reunited with head coach Lee Johnson, who he succeeded as Oldham boss in 2015 when Johnson joined City. Since March, he worked under Walsall boss John Whitney - who says the move was too good for Holden to turn down. "For Dean, it's a really good career move," Whitney told BBC WM. "It's not great for me because I lose a really good coach and a good friend, but I also want the best for him." Bristol City's chief operating officer Mark Ashton said: "John Pemberton's role remains exactly the same. Dean offers a different skill set and an additional resource in that area." Johnson added: "I gave Dean his first chance in coaching at Oldham and he's now had two years' experience of being a manager, assistant manager and first-team coach."

Summary: Walsall first-team coach Dean Holden has left the League One club to join Bristol City as assistant head coach.


Gillespie, 53, slipped and fell into the crowd late on Thursday. A message on the official Primal Scream Twitter account thanked fans for their support. The band tweeted: "Thanks everyone who has asked about Bobby, we're waiting for more news but hoping to be back on the road as soon as we get the all clear X." The band also posted one of Bobby's jackets on Instagram with the message: "M.I.A." Primal Scream, formed in 1982, are promoting their 11th studio album Chaosmosis. The band will be playing a number of tour dates in the UK this summer.

Summary: Primal Scream singer Bobby Gillespie is recovering in hospital after falling off stage at Swiss festival Caribana.


More than 4,500 people took part in the mile-long (1.6km) event as part of the open water festival in Hyde Park. With the swimmers starting in 18 separate waves Guy Davis and Lara Langston, were the first man and woman to cross the finish line. Ms Langston said: "It was a great swim. I didn't realise it was the first year so it's quite nice to be part of it." Organised by London Marathon Events, places were distributed by ballot after the first 16,000 applications were received. Hugh Brasher, the event director, said: "Our aim is to grow it into the largest open water swimming event in the UK." On Sunday the festival turns more serious when it hosts the invitational British Open Water Swimming Championships where swimmers will compete over a 3.1 mile (5km) course.

Summary: Thousands of swimmers have raced down London's Serpentine in a mass open water event.


Stanislaw Merdacz, 38, is accused of attacking the 40-year-old in Paisley at about 02:20 on Sunday. Prosecutors claim the attack took place on a grassed area at the junction of Shortroods Road and Mosslands Road. At Paisley Sheriff Court, Mr Merdacz, who is originally from Poland, made made no plea or declaration and was remanded in custody. Mr Merdacz is accused of grabbing the woman, forcing her to the ground, punching her on her head and clamping his hand over her mouth. He is then said to have pulled off her lower clothing, pulled rings from her fingers and raped her.

Summary: A man has appeared in court charged with raping a woman as she walked home in Renfrewshire at the weekend.


The duo were among seven Cameroon players who said they did not want to play in the tournament, which starts in Gabon on 14 January. They could have been banned from club football during the competition. But a potential club versus country row has been defused by their non-selection in the final squad. Cameroon, who are coached by Belgian Hugo Broos, have been drawn in Group A with hosts Gabon, Burkina Faso and Guinea-Bissau. Right-back Nyom told Broos he wanted to stay at West Brom to keep his place in the team. Bournemouth striker Benik Afobe has also withdrawn from DR Congo's squad. Full Cameroon squad: Ondoa, Goda, Mbokwe, Mabouka, Nkoulou, Oyongo, Djeitei, Collins, Ngadeu Ngadjui, Teikeu, Ngwem, Siani, Mandjeck, Djoum, Boya, Aboubakar, Moukandjo, Zoua, Salli, Toko-Ekambi, Njie ,Ndip Tambe, Bassogog.

Summary: Liverpool defender Joel Matip and West Brom's Allan Nyom have not been named in Cameroon's 23-man squad for this month's Africa Cup of Nations.


The Spaniard, who led the joint Spain-Portugal bid, was warned and given a 25,000 Swiss francs (£16,377) fine. Fifa also banned Congolese Football Association vice-president Jean Guy Blaise Mayolas and general secretary Badji Mombo Wantete for six months. They had been provisionally suspended so will serve the remaining 45 days. Villar Llona is also the president of the Spanish football association and a vice-president at world football's governing body. He has stepped in for Uefa chief Michel Platini while the Frenchman serves a 90-day ban from all football-related activities. German football legend and Fifa member Franz Beckenbauer is also being investigated for his refusal to co-operate with the inquiries into the vote that handed the 2018 and 2022 tournaments to Russia and Qatar. Congolese pair Mayolas and Wantete were handed six-month provisional bans in June this year. They were found guilty of apparent breaches of Fifa's code of ethics.

Summary: Acting head of Uefa Angel Villar Llona has escaped a ban for not co-operating with investigations into the 2018 and 2022 World Cup bids.


The McIlvanney Prize - previously known as the Scottish Crime Book of the year - was presented at the Bloody Scotland festival in Stirling. Brookmyre took the Â£1,000 prize for his novel Black Widow. The other short-listed authors were Doug Johnston, Val McDermid and ES Thomson. Judges described Brookmyre's novel as being "like watching Olympic diving", adding: "Just when you think the plot can't twist again, it takes a new turn. Even the twists have twists." William Mcilvanney, who died last year, is regarded by many as the founder of tartan noir, a particularly Scottish style of gritty crime writing. His brother, renowned sports journalist Hugh McIlvanney, presented Brookmyre with the inaugural award.

Summary: A new award named in honour of the crime writer William McIlvanney has been won by author Chris Brookmyre.


The 1929 piece titled Composition No III, with Red, Blue, Yellow and Black, features the geometric style for which the artist became renowned. The sale price, which includes a 12% buyer's premium, was more than twice its estimate of $15m-$25m (£10m-£16m). Mondrian's previous auction record was $27.6m (£17.5m). The auction capped two weeks of sales that have brought in record sums of money at both Christie's and Sotheby's auction houses. Christie's alone took more than $1.3bn (£826m) during the course of its Monday and Wednesday sales this week. On Monday, Picasso's Women of Algiers became the most expensive painting to sell at auction, fetching $179.3m (£114m) including buyer's premium. Alberto Giacometti's life-size sculpture Pointing Man also set a record for the most expensive sculpture, selling for $141.3m (£89.8m). On Wednesday, expressionist Mark Rothko's No 10 sold for $81.9m (£52m), one of the highest sums ever paid for his work.

Summary: An oil painting by Dutch artist Piet Mondrian has sold at a New York auction for $50.6m (£32.1m) - a record for the artist's work.


Ricardo Hunter, also known as "Forty", was found dead in the garden of a house in Church Lane, Headley, in Surrey, at about 02:30 BST on 25 July 2016. A post-mortem examination concluded he died from a gunshot wound. Det Ch Insp Mike Ashcroft said: "We believe that some members of the community know who killed Ricardo." He added: "You know if you were at the party and haven't come forward... we urge you to assist our investigation and help us get closure for the victim's family." Mr Hunter, from Coulsdon in south London, was one of about 400 guests at the gathering, that was billed as a "Big Mansion Pool Party" at a "Posh Location in the Hills". A reward of up to Â£10,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction is being offered.

Summary: Detectives investigating the murder of a 34-year-old man at a pool party have renewed their appeal for information a year after his death.


Its cabinet has backed plans to establish an employee-led mutual to deliver the services from 2017. The suggested benefits include budget savings of up to 30%, while retaining the current range of facilities and services. It is also hoped that any staff redundancies will be minimised. The plans cover the community asset transfer of Connah's Quay Swimming Pool and Holywell Leisure Centre. Cambrian Aquatics will take on Connah's Quay Swimming Pool from 30 May and plans are being developed by Holywell community for a similar transfer of the leisure centre. Speaking after the meeting, councillor Cllr Kevin Jones, cabinet member for leisure, said the presentation of the employee-led mutual model was "very well received" by the cabinet, which recognised that staff are "fully engaged and confident" about it being the right way forward. The plans will be brought back to cabinet before final approval.

Summary: Flintshire council is to change the way it delivers library and leisure services in a bid to save money and jobs.


Toffees boss Roberto Martinez said the 25-year-old would be a success in England after he scored in Kiev's Europa League win over Everton. Club officials travelled to Monaco to discuss the transfer with their Kiev counterparts this week. Martinez is also pursuing a £5m deal for River Plate's Argentine central defender Ramiro Funes Mori, 24. The signing of Mori would be as an addition to their resources rather than a potential replacement for England's John Stones, who they insist will not be sold after rejecting a £30m offer from Chelsea. Everton are unbeaten after two Premier League matches this season and entertain Manchester City on Sunday.

Summary: Everton are in talks with Dynamo Kiev to sign Ukraine forward Andriy Yarmolenko for around £14.25m.


The 15-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene in Glacier Way, Alperton, west London, on Thursday night. He had been riding a "self-balancing scooter" at the time of the crash, Scotland Yard said. The boy has yet to be formally identified, and a post-mortem examination will be carried out in due course, police said. More news on this and other stories from London Writing on Twitter, Councillor James Denselow wrote: "Sad to hear about the death of a 15-year-old boy in Alperton last night who collided with a bus whilst riding a hoverboard."

Summary: A teenager riding a "hoverboard" has died in a crash with a bus, police have said.


Former Netherlands Under-21 winger Manu, 22, joined the Terriers on a three-month loan at the start of February but the deal enabled Albion to recall him after the first 28 days. He did not start a match for the Yorkshire side, with all five of his appearances coming as a substitute. "His return to Brighton is the right move for everyone," Huddersfield boss David Wagner told his club's website. "Now that we have been able to bring Rajiv van La Parra to the club earlier than we believed we could, we have six loanees. "I can only pick five in the matchday squad, plus I'd prefer to work with the players who we know are here for the long term." Manu joined Brighton from Feyenoord in August but made just nine appearances for the Seagulls prior to his loan move.

Summary: Brighton have recalled Elvis Manu from his loan spell at Huddersfield.


The suspects were held in raids in the cities of Valencia and Alicante and in Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta. They provided logistical support for terrorist activities in Iraq and Syria, police say. They say the alleged leader of the cell was also asked by IS to supply women for militants in the two countries. Four of those arrested are Spanish nationals of Jordanian, Moroccan and Syrian origin. Another two are Syrian and Moroccan citizens. The authorities did not provide details about the seventh suspect. The investigation - which is still ongoing - was launched in 2014 into what police describe as "foreign structures" of IS on Spanish soil.

Summary: Spanish police have arrested seven people with suspected links to so-called Islamic State (IS) and other jihadist groups, officials say.


The 34-year-old former Leicester and Charlton player signed an 18-month contract with the Championship side. Kermorgant spent two years with the Cherries and scored 15 goals last season to help them win promotion to the Premier League. "We have an experienced striker who will be able to work with our young players," said manager Brian McDermott. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: French striker Yann Kermorgant has joined Reading from Bournemouth for an undisclosed fee.


The women's grass court event at Devonshire Park was first held in 1974 and traditionally attracts the top female players before Wimbledon. Free to air tournament coverage will remain on TV, radio and online. World number three Karolina Pliskova beat ex-world number one Caroline Wozniacki in this year's final. Among the legendary former winners are Martina Navratilova, Chris Evert, Virginia Wade, Justine Henin and Kim Clijsters. Oliver Scadgell, the Lawn Tennis Association's director of major events, said: "The support of the BBC in taking our sport to a wide audience helps us to capitalise on the success we have seen in the professional game, most notably from the likes of Andy Murray and Johanna Konta, and to get more people playing tennis, more often."

Summary: The BBC will continue to show live coverage of the Aegon International women's tournament at Eastbourne until at least 2024.


Talks between the club and the midfielder's representatives had stalled in recent months. Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers even said the uncertainty was affecting the 25-year-old's performances. But talks have been ongoing in the past 24 hours and a new long-term deal could be signed before Saturday's meeting with Kilmarnock. Armstrong, formerly of Dundee United and capped twice by Scotland, has been linked with a move to a number of clubs in England's Premier League. His current deal runs until 2018. He has made more than 250 club appearances and has won three Scottish Premiership titles with Celtic, as well as the League Cup and Scottish Cup last season.

Summary: Stuart Armstrong is ready to sign a new deal and commit his future to Celtic, BBC Scotland has learned.


It will become City of Culture in 2017, taking over from Derry-Londonderry in Northern Ireland. Hull is known for its enormous aquarium The Deep and its two super league rugby teams. The famous Humber Bridge is also nearby. The government chooses a new destination every four years to help tourism and the economy. Read more: 5 things you need to know about Hull Hull council leader Stephen Brady said winning "will give Hull a platform to tell the world what this great city has to offer." The city is planning a stadium sound and light concert with 500 dancers for 2017.

Summary: Hull has been named the UK's next City of Culture, beating Leicester, Dundee and Swansea Bay to the title.


The 48-year-old former Germany sweeper has not been in the dugout for their last two league games. Club doctor Roland Schmidt revealed Sammer had a "minute circulatory disorder in the brain, which will heal completely and without consequences". Sammer said: "I'm not constrained and the doctors have assured me I'll be completely healed and restored." He continued: "However, I will give myself the necessary time to recover. After that I will again be available to the team and Bayern with all my energy." Bayern, who visit Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-final first leg on Wednesday, will retain the German title if they beat Borussia Monchengladbach next Saturday.

Summary: Bayern Munich sporting director Matthias Sammer is recovering well from a minor brain disorder, say the club.


The 37-year-old, whose deal expires in the summer, is Albion's joint leading scorer this season and is the oldest outfield player in the Premier League. "He has been fantastic and we are very close to agreeing a new deal," said Baggies boss Tony Pulis. "He has continuously put in performances which are special for someone of his age." The Northern Ireland international, who did not make his professional debut until he had turned 24, has made 205 appearances since joining Albion from Ipswich in the summer of 2011. Pulis added: "You shouldn't use the word 'freak' but Gareth's fitness levels and the way he looks after his life on and off the pitch are first class. "He is a wonderful lad, a wonderful character and he has had a great season. "There is no reason why he can't carry on for another year for us."

Summary: West Brom centre-back Gareth McAuley is close to signing a new contract, keeping him at the club next season.


The attack at McGurk's Bar in Belfast on 4 December, 1971, was carried out by the loyalist paramilitary group, the Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF). The man was released after being detained at Antrim police station. Police have recently reopened the case following a critical report into the original RUC murder investigation. In the immediate aftermath of the attack, the IRA was blamed for placing the bomb. In February 2011, the Northern Ireland Police Ombudsman published a report claiming the original Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC) police investigation was "biased". Following the publication, the Historical Enquiries Team, and more recently PSNI detectives in Serious Crime Branch, began a review of the case. It is the second arrest in the reopened investigation in as many months. In March, detectives arrested a 75-year-old man in east Belfast, but following questioning he was released unconditionally. One man was convicted of all 15 murders in 1978.

Summary: A 69-year-old man has been released unconditionally after being arrested in connection with a pub bombing which killed 15 people.


Duff, 39, was put in charge of the club's under-18 side last season following his retirement as a player. He has been promoted to his new role after the departure of Michael Jolley, who became head coach at AFC Eskilstuna in Sweden. "There was an opportunity to step up which the club have asked me to do and I'm happy to do it," said Duff. "It's a nice progression into a new career and it probably happened a little bit quicker than I expected, but I'm in a good place." Burnley's under-23 team will compete in the Professional Development League for the first time this season after the club were granted appropriate academy status.

Summary: Former Burnley defender Michael Duff has been appointed as head coach of the Premier League club's under-23 side.


The 28-year-old Irishman scored 40 goals in 197 appearances for the Spireites after joining them from MK Dons in January 2013. The former Birmingham City trainee will be a free agent in the summer. Meanwhile, the Blades have completed the signing of Bradford striker James Hanson, 29, for an undisclosed fee on a deal until June 2020. Hanson scored 77 goals in 281 league appearances for the Bantams after joining from non-league side Guiseley in 2009. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: Sheffield United have signed Chesterfield winger Jay O'Shea on loan until the end of the season.


Walsall-born Roberts, 21, has made one appearance for the Saddlers, in a 3-0 League One home defeat by Millwall in February. He is the fourth signing made by Chester boss Jon McCarthy, since he was appointed as Steve Burr's successor in May. Chester have also brought in defenders Blaine Hudson and Ross Killock, as well as winger Elliott Durrell. The National League club, who finished 17th last season, have also signed up left-back Johnny Hunt, midfielders Luke George, Jordan Chapell and strikers Kane Richards and James Alabi on new contracts. But they have lost last season's top scorer Ross Hannah (Barrow), midfield linkman John Rooney (Wrexham) and defender Ben Heneghan to Motherwell.

Summary: Chester have signed Walsall goalkeeper Liam Roberts on a season-long loan.


Murray, who has been involved at boardroom level for more than 25 years, has several malignant tumours in his stomach which require surgery. He became non-executive chairman when Belgian Roland Duchatelet took over the club in 2014. Murray previously spent time as owner and chairman of the Addicks. "Richard has done so much for the club and I know it was difficult for him to step down after being so intrinsically involved over the last 25 years," Duchatelet said in a statement on the club website. "He is positive about his long-term prognosis though and all of us at Charlton look forward to seeing him back at The Valley very soon."

Summary: Richard Murray has stepped down from his position of non-executive chairman of League One side Charlton Athletic because of illness.


The scheme, proposed for a site between Darlington Road and Stokesley Road, also includes a new link road and bridge over the Northallerton to Middlesbrough railway line. A new primary school, playing fields and allotments have also been assigned part of the development. Hambleton District Council hopes a planning application will be submitted by the end of May. The council said it had been working with three developers to "see Northallerton expand over the next 15 years". The proposals are being exhibited to the public at the Golden Lion Hotel between 14:00 and 21:00 BST before a formal planning application is submitted.

Summary: Plans for 900 new homes in Northallerton are to go on display.


Magistrate Judge Michael Merz ruled against Ohio's use of a sedative that has caused problems in executions in other states such as Arizona. The state was also banned from using drugs that paralyse inmates and stops their hearts. Next month's execution of Ronald Phillips was subsequently delayed. Phillips' lawyers had argued that the new method, announced last year, was worse than a similar procedure used years ago. The state contended the three-drug process was constitutional, citing a US Supreme Court ruling last year. Phillips would have been the first inmate to be executed in the Midwestern state since January 2014.

Summary: A federal court has found Ohio's three-drug lethal injection process unconstitutional, putting three impending executions on hold.


Moore, 49, takes over from Paul Sheerin, who left Gayfield to take up a coaching role at Aberdeen. And he will be assisted by former Albion Rovers manager Todd Lumsden, with Stewart Petrie moving on after four years in the role. Arbroath were relegated to Scottish League Two after finishing season 2013-14 bottom of League One. Moore was in charge of Stirling from 2002 until his move to Cappielow in 2010. He steered the Greenock side to second place in the second tier in 2012/13 but was sacked in November 2013 after a 5-1 defeat by Livingston left them bottom of the Championship.

Summary: Former Stirling Albion and Morton boss Allan Moore is the new manager of Arbroath.


The 25-year-old defender was part of the Mali squad at the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations and played 32 times for Reims last season. "This is a big step up for my career and I thank God for the opportunity," Traore told BBC Sport. He joins several Africans at Rennes including compatriot Yacouba Sylla. Also currently on the books at the club are Algerian trio Rais Mbolhi, Ramy Bensebaini and Mehdi Zeffane, Mozambique's Edson Mexer, South Africa's Kermit Erasmus, Firmin Mbule of DR Congo and Ivorian Giovanni Sio. Traore has made 120 appearances and scored five goals in European football since moving from JMG Bamako to Belgian club Lierse in July 2013. He joined Reims from Lierse in 2015 but suffered relegation in his first season in French football despite emerging as the 'discovery of the season'.

Summary: Mali international Hamari Traore has completed a move from second tier Stade Reims to French Ligue 1 side Rennes on a four-year deal.


The 15th edition of the tournament is being jointly hosted by Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea and begins on 27 October in Melbourne. England will also play Lebanon for the first time, while France are the other team in Pool A. Scotland will face 2013 finalists and co-hosts New Zealand along with Tonga and Samoa in the second pool. There are 14 teams in the competition and three spaces remain up for grabs from this autumn's European qualifying section, which features Wales, Ireland, Spain, Serbia, Italy and Russia. England, who were knocked out in the semi-finals of the last World Cup, launched a bid in June to host the 2021 edition.

Summary: England will play defending champions Australia in the opening match of the 2017 Rugby League World Cup.


Mitchelle Blair was arrested in March when officials carrying out an eviction order found the bodies of a boy, 9, and a girl, 13, inside her freezer. Two of the woman's other children, aged 11 and 17, were found at a neighbour's home and placed in protective custody. Ms Blair, 36, made her remarks on Friday after a judge found that she was mentally competent to stand trial. She said she was guilty and did not need any more time to think about her defence, the AP news agency reported. She was charged with murder, torture and child abuse after what Detroit police chief James Craig called a "terrible find". A medical expert testified that the two children had been beaten and burned before they died. Ms Blair is due back in court on 26 June.

Summary: A Detroit mother accused of killing her two children has said she wants to plead guilty to their murders.


Chris Williamson lost to Conservative Amanda Solloway in 2010 but won with a majority of over 2,000 votes this time around. Elsewhere in the county, the Tories took North East Derbyshire after more than 80 years of Labour. Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin retained Derbyshire Dales and Labour's Margaret Beckett held Derby South. Mr Williamson's speech attacked the "gutter press" which, he said, has "smeared Jeremy Corbyn" during his election campaign. He said he will "continue to work to deliver the sunshine of socialism". He called for The Sun's political editor to resign for what he said were "smears" against the Labour leader. Labour also gained High Peak. Ruth George has become the new MP for the constituency taking the seat from Conservative Andrew Bingham by more than 2,300 votes.

Summary: Labour has re-taken Derby North from the Tories after losing it at the last election by just 41 votes.


Described as Scotland's answer to Game of Thrones, Outlander follows the story of Claire Randell, a nurse from 1946 who is swept back in time to 1743. The TV series, which features Doune Castle and Loch Ness, is based on novels by US author Diana Gabaldon. The first eight episodes of Outlander season one will be available on Prime Instant Video from 26 March and the rest from 5 April. Starz broadcasts Outlander in the US. The first season attracted five million viewers a week and a second season of the series will start in America in April.

Summary: Amazon has acquired the UK rights to the US TV series Outlander.


The local authority approved a 3% council tax increase as part of its budget a fortnight ago. Key investment areas include roads, bridges, schools, flood protection and economic development. Leader David Parker is to take part in a Facebook and Twitter question and answer session on the plans between 18:00 and 19:00 on Thursday. He said: "Earlier this month we agreed our revenue and capital plans for the next five and 10 years respectively. "In addition to protecting frontline service, we have committed substantial funds to key infrastructure right across the Borders, regeneration of our towns and improvements in schools. "These are being delivered despite decreasing public funding and increased demand for council services and I am interested to hear the views of Borderers on this budget, our priorities and about council services in general."

Summary: The leader of Scottish Borders Council is to take to social media to discuss spending plans for the region.


James Farrelly, 52, is believed to have died following an illness which saw him granted bail from court proceedings. Hamilton was one of Scotland's most wanted men and was nicknamed the Blackhill Butcher, after the housing estate from which he operated. His remains were found in woods near the Five Sisters Business Park in West Lothian in December 2015. He was released from prison in September 2014 but went missing in April last year. James Farrelly had denied murdering Hamilton, 53, in Mosside Drive, Blackburn, between 16 April and 17 December 2015. It was alleged that, while acting with others, Mr Farrelly shot Mr Hamilton in the head and inflicted blunt and sharp force injuries to his head. Hamilton, from Glasgow, had been on the police's most-wanted list before he was jailed in 2000 over a string of charges including drug dealing, torture, abduction and sodomy.

Summary: A man on trial charged with shooting dead gangland figure Martin Hamilton in West Lothian has died.


Surgeons at Kansas State University said it was the first time that they had implanted such a device, used to control heart rhythms, on a ferret. Zelda, four, was admitted to the Veterinary Health Center in Manhattan, Kansas, shortly after Christmas. She had a third degree heart block, which could have shortened her life. Her condition meant that Zelda suffered from a low heartbeat and a lack of energy. The university said that Zelda had undergone a number of tests to determine whether or not she was a good candidate for a pacemaker before carrying out the operation. The device had to be specially ordered because of Zelda's size and small veins. Zelda was released two days after surgery and is expected to enjoy a normal ferret life, which should last for about ten years, the university's veterinary college said.

Summary: A ferret named Zelda is recovering after being fitted with a pacemaker during a rare surgical procedure in the US.


Stakeknife has been named by the media as Belfast man Freddie Scappaticci, who denies claims he was the Army's most high ranking agent in the IRA. The Chief Constable told Stormont's justice committee that the secretary of state and the Department of Justice had said there would be no more money. The investigation could cost Â£35m. It is expected to take at least five years, at an estimated cost of Â£7m per year. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) Chief Constable George Hamilton has previously said he wants to bring in a team of detectives from outside Northern Ireland to conduct the inquiry. On Thursday, he told the justice committee that the PSNI will have to fund the work from within its existing budget.

Summary: No additional money will be available to police to investigate the alleged activities of the Army agent codenamed Stakeknife, MLAs have heard.


Robyn Mercer, 50, was killed by someone using either an axe or a machete, outside her home in West Molesey, Surrey. The body of the mother-of-two, a silver specialist with a west London firm, was found at the end of her driveway in Walton Road, early on 14 March 2016. Police said the man was detained on Thursday, and later released while inquiries continue. A post-mortem examination revealed Ms Mercer had died the night before. She had been struck once to the front of the head and then several more times while she was lying on the ground.

Summary: A man has been arrested on suspicion of the murder of an antiques dealer.


The 58-year-old, the sole nominee and elected unopposed, will begin his two-year term with the sport's governing body immediately. Manohar had resigned as the President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Tuesday. He said: "The ultimate objective is to grow our sport and engage a whole new generation of fans." A lawyer by profession, Manohar was BCCI president from 2008-2011 and re-elected in October 2015 after the death of Jagmohan Dalmiya. Coming soon: We're launching a new BBC Sport newsletter ahead of the Euros and Olympics, bringing all the best stories, features and video right to your inbox. You can sign up here.

Summary: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed India's Shashank Manohar as its first independent chairman.


Bournemouth Borough Council's cabinet agreed to buy property in a bid to save money on bed and breakfast accommodation. A spokeswoman said the council hoped to make its first acquisitions by the end of the summer. The authority said it expected to buy about 60 properties over three years at a cost of Â£10m. The plan also includes the purchase of more rental properties for the council's own social housing stock. Housing councillor Robert Lawton said, by owning the properties, the council could ensure they were of "good quality and well managed". Also, any income generated or increase in property values would come back to the council, he said. The scheme would be funded using a combination of council funding and a loan.

Summary: A council has agreed to set up a private sector landlord company so it can rent directly to homeless people.


The 28-year-old Englishman, who tied for 37th at last week's US Open, opened at Gut Laerchenhof with a two-over-par 74 that contained two double bogeys. Three birdies in a second-round 70 left him level par, a shot outside the cut. Kiradech Aphibarnrat shot seven birdies and an eagle in an eight-under-par second-round 64 to share the lead with Raphael Jacquelin and Henrik Stenson. We've launched a new BBC Sport newsletter, bringing all the best stories, features and video right to your inbox. You can sign up here.

Summary: Masters champion Danny Willett missed the halfway cut at the BMW International in Germany.


The yellow "be aware" warning for south, mid and north Wales lasts until Thursday and follows one issued earlier this week. Flood warnings are in place for Lower Dee Valley from Llangollen to Trevalyn Meadows and the River Wye in Monmouth. Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service said it had rescued 22 people in 32 flooding incidents since Monday. Several flood alerts are also in place. About 4cm-6cm (1.5in-2.3in) of rain is likely over high ground, with up to 10cm (3.9in) in Snowdonia, Gwynedd. In Powys, the A490 near Welshpool remains closed due to flooding and the Dyfi Bridge in Machynlleth has been forced to close for the second time this week. The areas covered by the warning are Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, Powys, Conwy, Denbighshire, Gwynedd, Wrexham and Anglesey.

Summary: Heavy rain is sweeping across Wales, prompting the Met Office to issue a weather warning.


The man who had been riding a mountain bike was found on the A24 near the Esso petrol station in Beare Green at about 01:25 GMT by a member of the public. The 31-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics, Surrey Police said. A 47-year-old woman from the Horley area has been arrested on suspicion of failing to stop at the scene of an accident and drink driving. Any witnesses are asked to contact Surrey Police.

Summary: A cyclist has been killed in a hit-and-run crash with a vehicle in Surrey.


Officers were lured to Ballycolman estate on 23 October to investigate reports of a bomb thrown at a police patrol vehicle the previous night. The alert was a hoax but then a real bomb, packed with nails, was discovered in the garden of a nearby house. The men, aged 29 and 43, had been questioned at Antrim PSNI station. They had been detained in Strabane on Tuesday morning. A number of houses were searched and two cars were seized during the operation. The nail bomb was defused by the Army, and more than 130 schoolchildren and a number of householders were moved as bomb disposal officers dealt with the device.

Summary: Two men who were arrested by detectives investigating an attempted bomb attack on police in Strabane, County Tyrone, have been released unconditionally.


Dean Stansby, 41, was stabbed in the abdomen in Ancaster Road, Ipswich, on 8 February. He died in hospital and police are treating the case as murder. A 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder, conspiracy to murder, and being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs. A second 23-year-old was questioned on the same drugs charge. Two others, aged 24 and 27, were also held on the drugs charge and suspicion of conspiracy to murder. All the men, from London, have been released while police investigate. Four other men are currently on bail.

Summary: Four men arrested over a fatal stabbing in Suffolk have been released while inquires continue, police said.


Traffic has been stopped from using a section of the A344 next to the stones, in Wiltshire. It will now be dug up and grassed over. The road has been closed in both directions between Airman's Cross and the A303 at Stonehenge Fork. Drivers are advised to follow the diversion via the A360 Longbarrow roundabout. English Heritage wanted to close the road to "restore the dignity" of the World Heritage Site. Peter Carson, from English Heritage, said the move would also improve the experience for visitors. He said: "The stone circle and the avenue that links it with the landscape will at last be reunited, which means people can explore the wider landscape and see the wonderful archaeological features contained within."

Summary: Work to permanently close a main road running alongside Stonehenge has started.