The Argentina international's five-year deal at Etihad Stadium takes him to the end of the 2018-19 season. He has scored 128 goals for City since signing from Atletico Madrid for £38m in 2011, winning two league titles. Aguero, 27, told an Argentine radio station that "it's clear" he is going to return to his first club Independiente "and retire there". "Here (at City) they know what I want to do, they know I want to return to Argentina," he added. "My family know that I am going to go there when my contract with Manchester City finishes in 2018." It is unclear why Aguero referred to his deal ending in 2018, as the club have confirmed he is contracted until 2019.

Summary: Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has said he will leave the Premier League club when his contract expires.


Zebroski, 30, and Flitney, 33, have both agreed one-year deals. After arriving from Gillingham in March 2013, Flitney made 93 appearances for Eastleigh before moving on last season, first to Whitehawk, then Bromley. Zebroski was on Eastleigh's books for four months from March 2013, before leaving to join Newport County. His time in south Wales came to an end when he was jailed for four years and four months for robbery and assault. The new contract with Eastleigh is his first since being released from prison. Eastleigh, now under the new management of Richard Hill and ex-Gillingham boss Andy Hessenthaler, finished 15th last season. Their first two signings this summer were Crewe Alexandra midfielder Danny Hollands and Leyton Orient striker Paul McCallum.

Summary: National League club Eastleigh have taken their total of summer signings to four by re-signing striker Chris Zebroski and goalkeeper Ross Flitney.


The accident happened at 15:45 BST on Friday outside Monkey World on Tout Hill in Dorset. Alan Gerald Thomas, from Edgware, north London, was walking when he was hit by a blue Toyota Rav 4, driven by a 65-year-old man from the Wareham area. Mr Thomas is in Southampton Hospital in a life-threatening condition. Police Sergeant Fern Graham said: "We have made a number of enquiries to find Mr Thomas's next of kin but have so far been unsuccessful. "We believe he has a sister but he has not been in contact with her for some time and we don't know where she lives. "I am hoping that by releasing Alan's photo that someone may be able to give us some information about his next of kin." The road was closed for a number of hours to allow investigators to examine the scene.

Summary: Family members of an 82-year-old man left in a life-threatening condition after a he was hit by a car are being sought by police.


The 42-year-old man and the girl died when a blaze broke out at a house in Ash Crescent, in the Stanley area of Wakefield, at about 04:20 BST. A woman, 35, and a 13-year-old girl who were also in the house were treated in hospital for non-life threatening injuries before being discharged. West Yorkshire Police said an investigation into the cause of the fire was under way. For live updates and more from across West Yorkshire A number of floral tributes have been left outside the semi-detached house. Ch Supt Mabs Hussain said: "This is clearly a very serious and tragic incident in which a man and a young girl have lost their lives.ã€€ "Their family are absolutely devastated by what has taken place and we are working to support them in any way we can." The force has appealed for anyone with information about the fire to come forward.

Summary: A man and an eight-year-old girl have died in a house fire, police have said.


The Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce made the call on Tuesday. It said most of its members felt the sector had "a future" but there were concerns about a "lack of government policy". The chamber said the task force should be drawn from the private sector, with the intention of devising "a positive plan to drive competitiveness". More than 1,000 jobs will be cut over the next two years at Bombardier in Northern Ireland, with a further 1,800 jobs to go in Ballymena with the closure of JTI and Michelin there. "Energy costs consistently dominate member concerns particularly in sectors such as manufacturing," said the chamber's chief executive, Ann McGregor. "We welcome the recommendations of the ministerial energy advisory group but would like to see the NI Executive put in place a plan of action to respond to those recommendations as a matter of urgency."

Summary: Stormont should set-up a "task force" to help local manufacturing in Northern Ireland, it has been claimed.


A 2-0 victory in Nashville sealed the best-of-seven series as they claimed the trophy for a fifth time in six final appearances. Patric Hornqvist gave the Penguins the lead with 95 seconds left, and Carl Hagelin scored into an empty net. Victory meant they became the first team to retain the title since the Detroit Red Wings in 1998. Penguins captain Sidney Crosby was named the most valuable player of the series for the second consecutive year. "A good chunk of the team were returning but for the new guys it's pretty special," said Crosby. "This was our goal at the beginning of the year - we knew it hadn't been done in a long time. To be able to accomplish it is a great feeling."

Summary: The Pittsburgh Penguins retained the NHL's Stanley Cup with a 4-2 series win over the Nashville Predators.


The dates and venues for the games have been confirmed with the preliminary round match between Monaghan and Fermanagh on Saturday, 20 May. There will also be two games on the opening weekend with the Donegal v Antrim quarter-final a day later. This reduces the championship from 10 to nine weeks with the decider to be played on Sunday, 16 July. Tyrone are defending champions and Mickey Harte's side will take on derby rivals Derry at Celtic Park on Sunday, 28 May.

Summary: The Ulster Senior Football Championship will begin on a Saturday for the first time next year.


The England captain, 30, has a knee injury and is a doubt for the trip to Berlin to face Germany on 26 March and the Dutch at Wembley three days later. Rooney is wearing a brace on the knee, and Van Gaal says it must stay in place for two-and-a-half weeks. "He has to first be ready for us not the English team," said the Dutchman. Rooney sustained the knee injury playing against Sunderland on February 13. He has already missed three matches and will also be in the stands when United play Arsenal in the Premier League at Old Trafford on Sunday. United play West Ham in the FA Cup quarter-finals on 13 March and Liverpool in the two-leg last-16 of the Europa League on 10 and 17 March.

Summary: Wayne Rooney's priority is getting fit for Manchester United rather than appearing in England friendly games, says his manager Louis Van Gaal.


He won for his role as Scorpius Malfoy in 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' at London's Palace theatre. The show, a sequel to JK Rowling's Harry Potter novels, has been a critical and commercial success. The Olivier awards are the most prestigious awards in British theatre. Boyle, 22, is from west Belfast and his family still live in the area. He is a former pupil of De La Salle College and St Louise's Comprehensive College. His win was announced at the award ceremony in London's Royal Albert Hall. Speaking immediately afterwards, Boyle thanked his family for their support. "I didn't think I was going to win, so I didn't even write a speech!" He said. Boyle won the coveted award ahead of nominees Rafe Spall, Brian J Smith and Freddie Fox.

Summary: The Belfast actor Anthony Boyle has been named best actor in a supporting role at the Olivier awards.


The 31-year-old former Newcastle player featured three times for Ipswich after joining them in January. His time at Portman Road was hampered by a hamstring injury, but he was invited back for pre-season. "We have brought in Jordan Spence and Dominic Iorfa in recent weeks to add to what we already have at the back," McCarthy told the club website. "Both Jordan and Dominic are very versatile players that can cover full-back and centre-back positions and we have good competition for places at the back now so we won't be doing anything with Tayls."

Summary: Ipswich Town will not be offering defender Steven Taylor a new contract, manager Mick McCarthy has confirmed.


Fold Housing Association wants to build 244 homes, a community centre and business units on the site. The development is opposed by some local residents who object to the loss of a site that was previously used for employment purposes. Belfast City Council's planning committee will decide on the proposals next week. Fold had been required to revise the scheme after planners said it did not include enough new space for economic or business use. The plan now includes more space for business units. The Visteon factory closed in 2009 with the loss of more than 200 jobs.

Summary: Planners have backed a redevelopment scheme for the former Visteon factory site in west Belfast.


The 36-year-old left Manchester City last summer and joined Espanyol, before starting his second spell at Malaga in January. His final game - if selected - will be Sunday's home match against Real Madrid, who could win La Liga. Demichelis, who can also play in midfield, won 51 caps for Argentina and also played for River Plate and Bayern Munich. "Unfortunately this day comes to us all," said the veteran. "I've been deliberating it for some time, as I have always been very worried about the end of a professional football career. "I am grateful to the profession, and in this case Malaga in particular, because they extended my career as a professional footballer."

Summary: Malaga defender Martin Demichelis will retire at the end of the season.


The 31-year-old Spaniard, who won a record 10th French Open on Sunday, said he had had a "long clay court season". "My body needs to rest if I am going to be ready to play Wimbledon," said world number two Nadal, Wimbledon champion in 2008 and 2010. The Aegon Championships start on 19 June, and Wimbledon on 3 July. Nadal added: "I am sad to make this decision because I love Queen's, I won the tournament in 2008 and every time I reached the Wimbledon final it was after playing Queen's." Britain's Andy Murray, the world number one, will defend his title at the Aegon Championships, which will feature four of the world's top 10 men.

Summary: Former champion Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from the Aegon Championships at Queen's Club after being advised to rest by his doctor.


The 24-year-old has played 27 league matches for the Whites since joining from Aldershot in the summer. Stevenson could feature in Saturday's trip to Woking - who lie three points and three places above Southport. He is the third player that Southport have brought in on loan this week, with Kevin Da Veiga Monteiro and Lindon Meikle joining on Wednesday. The length of Stevenson's loan has not been confirmed by the club.

Summary: National League strugglers Southport have signed midfielder Jim Stevenson on loan from Dover Athletic.


The child had been walking with his mother along a pathway off Carleton Road, Cheshunt, at 21:40 BST on Monday. Police say two women and a man who were with the dogs left the scene without giving their details. The animals were not on leads. The boy's injuries were not life-threatening. He is now recovering at home. PC Abigail Owen, of Hertfordshire Police said: "The dogs were not on leads at the time of the incident and the victim suffered several dog bite injuries, which required hospital treatment. "The owners of the dogs made no attempt to give their details to the victim's mother and left the scene with their pets." The dogs are described as having brown-grey, long, fine fur and a wolf-like appearance. Both animals wore plain red collars. Police are appealing for witnesses.

Summary: A five-year-old boy needed hospital treatment after he was attacked and bitten by two "wolf-like" dogs.


Timlin made the breakthrough in the 55th minute with a well-struck shot from the edge of the box. Keeper Freddy Hall got a hand to the ball but could not prevent Timlin getting his 12th goal of the season. Seven minutes later McNamee raced past central defender Patrick Kanyuka and coolly slotted in City's second goal. Patrick McEleney went close to making it 3-0 when he cut inside and fired a right-foot shot which struck the crossbar. McEleney was carried off on a stretcher after being injured late in the game. City have won three and drawn the other in a four-match league run which has lifted them well clear of the danger zone. They have taken 19 points from a possible 30. Sixth-placed Derry will complete their league fixtures with a home match against Bohemians followed by a trip to Longford Town on the final night of the campaign.

Summary: Derry City secured their top-flight safety when second-half goals by Mark Timlin and Barry McNamee earned a 2-0 win away to Limerick on Saturday night.


Donald Skene admitted carrying out the destruction at the Taj Madina Mosque in Dundee on 11 December last year. Mr Skene faces a charge of acting aggressively by repeatedly struggling with members of the congregation. He also attempted to smash a glass cupboard containing copies of the Koran. Defence solicitor Kevin Hampton told Dundee Sheriff Court: "The entire Crown case can be agreed. "It would appear that the defence is his state of mind at the time - his actings are not in dispute." Depute fiscal Joanne Smith said: "The incident is more or less captured on CCTV." Mr Skene, 38, from Dundee, pleaded not guilty to charges of breach of the peace, vandalism and resisting arrest. Sheriff Alastair Brown continued the case to a trial date in June.

Summary: A man who struggled with worshippers in a mosque and smashed framed prayers will stand trial after claiming he was not responsible for his actions.


Mils Muliaina allegedly carried out the attack on a woman in the Brewery Quarter of Cardiff on 6 March. He was subsequently arrested at Kingsholm Stadium by Gloucester Police in April before being questioned and bailed by South Wales Police. The 34-year-old, who plays for the Connacht province in Ireland, will appear at Cardiff Magistrates' court on 7 August. Ex-All Black Mr Muliaina earned 100 caps during his nine years with the international side.

Summary: A former New Zealand rugby player has been charged with sexual assault.


Firefighters were alerted to the blaze when a woman was woken by burning embers falling from her bedroom ceiling. The 61-year-old man was found in the first floor of a mid-terrace property in Winchester Road at about 03:45 BST. He later died in hospital and an investigation is under way to determine the cause of the fire. The man's family have been informed. The woman who called 999 was also taken to hospital by South Central Ambulance for smoke inhalation. A spokesperson for Hampshire Fire and Rescue said all other residents of the property were accounted for. They added: "Every fire is a reminder of the importance of home fire safety and the importance of fitting and maintaining smoke alarms and ensuring your escape routes are clear."

Summary: A man has died in a "severe" flat fire in Southampton.


Shares in Smiths Group jumped 10.2% after it announced the deal. The company also said that first-quarter trading had been "resilient". At the end of the day, the FTSE 100 index was up 122.38 points, or 1.99%, at 6,268.76. Easyjet shares fell 4.1% despite news of another record profit. Its full-year profits jumped 18% to Â£686m, the fifth year in a row that the carrier has reported record profits. The airline's chief executive, Carolyn McCall, also said she did not expect any lasting impact on trading from the recent terror attack. On Monday, shares in airlines and firms in the travel sector fell sharply following the attacks in Paris. The UK's largest supermarket group, Tesco, rose 1.7% after Citigroup upgraded its rating on the the stock to "buy". On the currency markets, the pound was little moved against the dollar at $1.5215 and rose 0.49% against the euro to â‚¬1.4298.

Summary: (Close): The London market rose strongly, with Smiths Group leading the way after it agreed a deal to cut its pension contributions.


Military officials say they will register weight before professional exams, to link promotion and fitness. Defence Minister Ruben Saavedra has said soldiers "must be prepared both on an intellectual and physical level". And the police have forbidden overweight members to wear uniforms until they slim down. The move may already have delivered results, if unexpected ones. In the town of Oruro south of La Paz, two policemen patrolling in civilian clothing succeeded in catching some thieves in a street market, apparently because they weren't in uniform. On 2 December, President Evo Morales suggested that soldiers and officers who neglected their fitness should not be promoted, insisting that staying in good shape was a "responsibility" of the security forces. Soldiers and police have complained of a lack of sports facilities, so the government has been supplying equipment to barracks and police stations.

Summary: Bolivia's security forces have begun registering overweight members after President Evo Morales complained that too many of them were out of shape.


The move comes after the 20-year-old signed a new contract with the Royals, which will keep him at the Madejski Stadium until the summer of 2017. Tanner made his debut for Reading in August and has scored one goal in five appearances for the Berkshire club. Reading, who are 18th in the Championship, have the option of recalling Tanner after a month. AFC Wimbledon manager Neal Ardley said their scouting reports showed Tanner was "one of the best young talents around". He told the club website: "With the qualities and talent that Craig has, we believe he could be an exciting player who can cope with the demands at this level."

Summary: League Two side AFC Wimbledon have signed Reading striker Craig Tanner on loan until the end of the season.


Gringo's owners thought the cat had been run over when he returned home to St Blazey, Cornwall, badly injured. His front right foot was so badly broken and injured that vets amputated the leg. More than 20 pellets from a shotgun remain in his body. His owners were unable to pay vets' fees but Sally's Cat Rescue, based in St Austell, raised more than Â£1,200 towards his treatment. Read more about shot cat and other Cornwall and Devon stories here Sam Hawke, a volunteer at the centre, said: "He's such a gorgeous cat, he really doesn't deserve this." "It makes you feel sick when you see something like this."

Summary: A cat has had to have its leg amputated after being shot.


Yellow Met Office "be aware" warnings of snow, ice and wind were issued for most of Wales for Wednesday morning. Gusts reaching up to 70mph caused roof tiles to fall and trees to be blown over in Aberystwyth, with roads closed as a precaution. Western Power Distribution said nearly all of the homes cut off now had power. The Met Office warned people to be aware of difficult driving conditions due to snow in north Wales. In Aberystwyth, police closed Terrace Road and Pier Street in the centre of the town and advised people not to drive or walk near the area because of falling roof tiles. Trees have also come down in the Waun Fawr area of Aberystwyth, along with in Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire. In Radyr, Cardiff, a tree fell on top of a car.

Summary: Roads have been closed, homes left without power and tiles blown from roofs after Storm Jake brought wintry showers and high winds to Wales.


The 24-year-old, who scored 25 goals in 40 appearances for the Robins last season, has agreed a three-year deal with the Addicks. "Nicky is a fantastic addition," Charlton boss Russell Slade told the club website. "He's a proven goalscorer, is very strong in the box and has got a great work ethic as well." Ajose, who began his career at Manchester United and has had spells at Peterborough and Leeds, is Charlton's fourth signing of the summer. He has also previously spent time on loan at Bury, Scunthorpe, Chesterfield, Crawley and Crewe. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Charlton Athletic have signed striker Nicky Ajose from fellow League One side Swindon Town for an undisclosed fee.


Ronnie Berlack, 20, and Bryce Astle, 19, were junior members of the US team. They were part of a group of six who were descending from a mountain near the Rettenbach glacier, the venue for the races that will open the 2015 Alpine Skiing World Cup. Officials in Tyrol say avalanche alerts had been declared following days of heavy snowfall and mild temperatures. The four other skiers with Mr Berlack and Mr Astle managed to escape the avalanche unhurt. It is believed that they triggered the avalanche on the 3,000m (10,000 feet) Gaislachkogel mountain near Solden, and were buried under the snow. The president of the US Ski and Snowboard Association Tiger Shaw said, the two victims were "outstanding ski racers who were passionate about their sport".

Summary: Two American skiers have been killed in an avalanche in the Austrian Alps while skiing near their training base.


Ibrahimovic landed awkwardly when challenging for the ball during the Europa League quarter-final second-leg win over Anderlecht. The ex-Sweden international is United's top scorer this season, with 28 goals. Rojo was replaced on 23 minutes after colliding with a visiting player. Ibrahimovic, 35, joined the club on a free transfer from Paris St-Germain last summer but is yet to agree an extension to his one-year United deal. Rojo's injury leaves United manager Jose Mourinho short of options at centre-back with England internationals Phil Jones and Chris Smalling already on the sidelines. Eric Bailly and Daley Blind are United's only fit senior centre-backs heading into Sunday's game at Burnley (kick-off 14:15 BST), with the Manchester derby at Etihad Stadium to follow on Thursday.

Summary: Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic and defender Marcos Rojo have both suffered cruciate knee-ligament injuries and face lengthy spells out of action.


Blake Donnellan was serving part of a 15-year sentence at HMP Sudbury in Derbyshire for conspiracy to supply class A drugs. The 31-year-old was released on temporary licence from the open prison on Christmas Day but failed to return. He was arrested by Greater Manchester Police on Wednesday. Donnellan was jailed in 2011 for his part in a drugs operation which saw 30 people convicted. Drugs with an estimated street value of Â£1m and nearly Â£100,000 in cash were seized by police Devon and Cornwall Police in 2009 and 2010. The haul included 11,000 ecstasy tablets, 14kg (31lbs) of cocaine, 330g (12oz) of heroin, 2kg (4lbs) of amphetamine and 11kg (24lbs) of BZP (Benzylpiperazine). The Crown Prosecution Service said Donnellan was the "mover and shaker" in the network and the link between the drugs coming down from Manchester to the Plymouth area and onwards to Cornwall.

Summary: A man once described as the linchpin of a massive drug dealing network has been recaptured after absconding from prison.


Police were called to the Royal Elms Nursing Home on Windsor Road, Newton Heath, at about 22:45 BST on Friday. The 37-year-old victim was discovered with serious injuries and taken to hospital. Two men, aged 51 and 24, have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. Det Insp Mark Tootill, of Greater Manchester Police, said: "From what we understand, there has been a disagreement in the car park of the nursing home which has led to this man being critically injured. "Due to his injuries, we have not been able to speak to the victim at this time. "Although two arrests have been made, I am still keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed what happened and would ask anyone who has to please call us as soon as possible."

Summary: A man who was stabbed in the chest during a "disagreement" in a nursing home car park in Manchester has been critically injured.


Media playback is not supported on this device The match began in confusion, with West Indies captain Stafanie Taylor winning the toss and electing to bat, then changing her mind before being told her first choice must stand. Australia took control as the West Indies collapsed to 204 all out. Bolton's 107 not out helped them canter home with 11.5 overs remaining. Bolton struck 14 boundaries and shared in an opening stand of 171 with Beth Mooney (70) as the defending champions powered to victory. Having initially chosen to bat first, Taylor changed her mind during her pre-match interview with broadcasters. But Australia skipper Meg Lanning objected, and match referee David Dukes ruled that, under ICC regulations, Taylor's initial decision must be enforced. Taylor hit 45 - a score only bettered by opener Hayley Matthews (46) - but none of the West Indies' last six batters reached double figures.

Summary: Nicole Bolton scored an unbeaten century as Australia beat West Indies by eight wickets in their Women's World Cup opener at Taunton.


The Blues youth product, 20, spent most of last season on loan at the New Lawn making 24 appearances and helped the club get promoted to the English Football League for the first time. Cooper is the son of Rovers boss Mark and the grandson of former Leeds and England left-back Terry Cooper. He becomes the newly-promoted club's fourth signing of the summer. Cooper told the club's official website: "After last year with success coming for us it was great for me, the team, and all the staff. "Having spoken to other clubs I wouldn't be sure to play first team football, but coming here that's my main aim." Cooper joins another Birmingham recruit - Reece Brown - in the Forest Green squad for next season alongside other new arrivals - defenders Callum Evans and Lee Collins. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: League Two club Forest Green Rovers have signed Birmingham City midfielder Charlie Cooper on a two-year deal.


A neighbour's surveillance camera captured footage of Federico LaGuardia being targeted by two attackers in the Marquette Park neighbourhood. Mr LaGuardia was able to walk to a neighbour's house for help. He has undergone surgery and is in a fair condition, say police. A $1,000 (Â£750) reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest. Police say two male suspects on bicycles approached Mr LaGuardia outside his home at about 11:00am on Tuesday. One suspect demanded money, and when Mr LaGuardia refused, the assailant shoved the pensioner to the ground and shot him in the abdomen. The robber then searched Mr LaGuardia's pockets and took his wallet. The shooting has shocked a city that is well used to gun violence. Willie Askew, whose surveillance camera filmed the attack, told the Chicago Tribune: "It's a damn shame." There have been 500 murders in Chicago this year alone.

Summary: A 71 year-old Chicago man has been shot and robbed in broad daylight while watering his front lawn.


Essex Police said it had suspended David Sims, 69, from his duties. The force has served him with a court summons to answer three counts of possessing prohibited weapons. Mr Sims will appear before magistrates in Colchester on 21 July. An internal disciplinary investigation is also under way, the force said. He has also been accused of possessing ammunition without a certificate and possessing a firearm without a certificate. The prohibited weapons allegedly involved in the case are understood to be firearms less than 12in (30cm) in length.

Summary: A police firearms enquiry officer has been accused of possessing prohibited weapons and ammunition without a certificate.


Dan Bull spends 10 weeks a year on a cherrypicker trying to tame this 55ft (17 metre) hedge at Powis Castle, Welshpool, Powys. He admitted it was "a bit scary" initially, but considers himself lucky. Back in the day, the 300-year-old yew took a team of 10 with huge ladders to clip the bushes using just hand shears and scythes. Head gardener David Swanton added: "It's a huge task for us to get all the trimming done. "Two gardeners spend six weeks trimming the box hedge and two more spend 12 weeks working on the yew. "One gardener spends about 10 weeks in the air on this hydraulic cherry-picker getting all the high trimming done."

Summary: If you struggle to simply mow the lawn at this time of year, spare a thought for this extreme gardener.


The 24-year-old from Huddersfield was arrested on 1 June following an investigation by the North East Counter Terrorism Unit. He is charged with engaging in the preparation of an act of terrorism and possessing a record of a kind likely to be useful to a person committing or preparing an act of terrorism. He is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Thursday.

Summary: A man has been charged with three offences under the Terrorism Act.


The second round of data released from the 2011 Census showed 12.1% of Boston residents held such passports. The Lincolnshire average was 3.5%. Figures also showed 83.9% of the market town described itself as white British. Last month the Boston Protest Group held a demonstration aimed at highlighting the pressure it said migrants put on local services. The district employs a large number of seasonal workers on surrounding farms to harvest fruits and vegetables. Figures show about 10,000 people born abroad live in Boston - 3,000 of them were from Poland - more than in any local authority outside the South East. Lincolnshire was shown to be home to about 50,000 foreign-born residents, a rise of about 30,000 since the 2001 Census.

Summary: A Lincolnshire district has the largest number of non-British EU passport holders outside of London.


Hassan Mohammed, from Camberwell in south London, was stabbed twice in York Road, Southend, on 7 July. A post-mortem examination showed he died from blood loss from stab wounds. Tajwar Alam, 18, of Sleaford Road in Tottenham, has been charged with his murder and possessing a bladed instrument. He will appear before Southend Magistrates' Court on Monday. Mr Mohammed's family said: "Hassan was a very friendly, caring person. "He grew from a boy into a man and was a protector and best friend to his family. "He was loved by all." A youth of 17, from north London, is also due to appear in court charged with firearms offences and possessing cannabis with intent to supply. A second 17-year-old, from Southend, remains in custody.

Summary: A student has been charged with murdering a 24-year-old man who was stabbed in Essex.


The 25-year-old was a free agent, having been released by Blackburn Rovers when his contract expired earlier this summer. He began his career at Everton and has also played for Crawley and Reading, and had a spell on loan at Hull City. "The fans can expect me to be energetic in midfield. I like to tackle and hopefully I can also score a few goals," he told Burton's website. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Burton Albion have signed midfielder Hope Akpan on a one-year contract.


Alexander Shepherd pled not guilty to two charges of sexual exposure to a young child at Stonehaven open air pool, under the Sexual Offences (Scotland) Act 2009. Police Scotland earlier said incidents happened on Saturday 6 August, and on Wednesday this week. Mr Shepherd's trial at Aberdeen Sheriff Court was set for November. Meanwhile, a man has appeared in the same court charged with public indecency after an incident at Bon Accord Gardens in Aberdeen at about 17:45 on Wednesday. David Adams, 51, denied the offence. Police are still appealing for witnesses, and are particularly keen to trace two women who were with two children in the gardens near to Springbank Terrace who may be able to assist with enquiries.

Summary: A 60-year-old man has appeared in court charged with exposing himself at an Aberdeenshire swimming pool.


The 1-4 favourite, ridden by Barry Geraghty for trainer Nicky Henderson, took the Contenders Hurdle by a length and a half from Rayvin Black. Buveur D'Air is now as low as 4-1 with bookmakers for the big Cheltenham race behind 2-1 favourite Faugheen. Henderson sealed a double in the next as Top Notch won the Scilly Isles Novices' Chase. Jockey Daryl Jacob was winning the race for the third consecutive year and Top Notch looks set to be aimed at the JLT Chase at Cheltenham.

Summary: Buveur D'Air is on course for Cheltenham's Champion Hurdle in March after a comfortable victory at Sandown.


North Wales Police appealed for witnesses after a robbery at the Apex store in Kinmel Bay, near Rhyl, at about 22.25 BST on Thursday. On Friday night, a second raid took place at the Corbett bookmakers in nearby Towyn. Police were making house-to-house inquiries in the area on Saturday. North Wales Police said it received reports of a man wearing dark clothes, with his face covered, entering the Apex store on Foryd Road, Kinmel Bay, and demanded the till be opened on Thursday. The offender, described as being around 5ft 7in tall, escaped with cash and left a shop assistant shaken. Detectives urged anyone with information to get in contact via the non-emergency 101 phone line.

Summary: An investigation has been launched after two robberies within 24 hours in neighbouring north Wales seaside towns.


The two clubs agreed a fee between £6m and £7m, BBC Tees Sport understands. Benin international Gestede joined Villa from Blackburn in July 2015 and has scored 10 goals in 55 appearances. But the 28-year-old has started only three games since Steve Bruce took over at the Championship club in October and was left out of Villa's squad for Monday's 1-0 defeat at Cardiff City. Gestede scored five goals as Villa were relegated from the top flight last season, having also had a brief spell in the Premier League with Cardiff in 2013-14. Middlesbrough are currently 16th in the Premier League, four points above the relegation zone, and are the joint-lowest scorers this season - along with bottom side Hull - with 17 goals in 20 games.

Summary: Middlesbrough have signed striker Rudy Gestede from Aston Villa on a contract until June 2020.


The "racist and Islamophobic" attack took place as the 22-year-old victim travelled on the number 50 bus along Alcester Road in Moseley, Birmingham, police said. The man repeatedly lit a lighter towards the end of the abuse, that lasted half an hour. West Midlands Police said a 49-year-old man had been arrested. The woman was not injured as a result of the threats on Tuesday at 13:50 GMT. But she was badly shaken and got off the bus two stops early as she feared for her own safety, police said. Det Con Nigel Box said: "Following the appeal, we received a huge number of calls from the public, which led directly to [a man's] quick arrest."

Summary: A woman on a bus was racially abused and threatened by a fellow passenger who intimated he would set her on fire.


Neville, who signed a six-month contract, was quoted before the game as saying he did not see his long-term future in management. But after the game with Real, he insisted he was talking about quitting management in 15 or 20 years. "I absolutely hope I'm here beyond six months but I need to prove myself," said the former England defender. The former Manchester United player has picked up three points from four La Liga matches so far. They held Rafael Benitez's title chasers in their best performance yet under him, with Paco Alcacer heading a late equaliser. "The comforting thing is we look fitter, stronger, we're passing it better and we look more compact in defence," said Neville. "There are things that I'm seeing that I believe in. "It was the best performance so far in a number of different ways."

Summary: Gary Neville hopes to remain Valencia manager next season after their 2-2 draw with Real Madrid.


The 25-year-old joined Chesterfield in May 2016 from Grimsby, where he played under Paul Hurst, now Shrewsbury manager. Nolan has also played for Stockport County, Lincoln and Wrexham. He has signed a three-year deal and becomes the League One side's third summer signing, after strikers Lenell John-Lewis and Arthur Gnahoua. Having kept hold of defender Mat Sadler, 32, and winger Shaun Whalley, 29, Hurst is still waiting on offers made to teenage keeper Shaun Rowley and 21-year-old midfielder Bryn Morris. But midfielder Gary Deegan has left to join Cambridge United. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Shrewsbury have signed midfielder Jon Nolan from relegated Chesterfield for an undisclosed fee.


Common People will showcase a bill of live music and DJs and takes place on 28 and 29 May 2016. It will run on the same weekend as a twin festival in Southampton, the inaugural event of which ran earlier this year. Rob da Bank said he was "buzzing with excitement" and called South Park a "stunning setting". He added: "We have an amazing line up to share with you very soon - from pop stars to underground legends. "Thanks for having us Oxford." The DJ is curating the festival with the organisers of Bestival in conjunction with Oxford City Council. The park played host to a major Radiohead gig in 2001. Last year a festival at the site featuring Gaz Coombes, Katy B and Klaxons was cancelled because of poor ticket sales.

Summary: A new music festival organised by DJ Rob da Bank is to be held at Oxford's South Park to 30,000 people.


Forty models will be dotted around the streets and waterfront as part of the "Pigs Gone Wild" art trail in summer 2016, in aid of St Elizabeth Hospice. The animals, chosen to "celebrate Suffolk's rich agricultural heritage", will be decorated by local artists. The production company behind Norwich's gorilla art trail is also involved. Organisers said the sculpture trail would be the town's "biggest-ever mass participation public art event". Charity art trail safaris The hospice revealed its first sculpture, Tally-ho Trotters, at the Suffolk Show on Wednesday. "We're extremely excited to start talking to local businesses and artists about sponsoring and creating the other sculptures," said the hospice's special projects manager Norman Lloyd. The full-grown pigs will be joined by litters of piglet sculptures, decorated by school students and teachers, which will go on display in town centre stores for the 10-week project.

Summary: A herd of pig sculptures is to go on display in Ipswich as the town becomes the latest place to host an art trail for charity.


The 37 affordable homes in Newbury's flagship Parkway complex have been empty for almost two years. Standard Life Investments said it remained entirely focused on fulfilling its contractual obligations. West Berkshire Council, which is taking the action, put Â£900,000 towards the homes. Council leader Gordon Lundie said: "I am extremely cross. There's 37 families in Newbury who are waiting to get access to this affordable housing. "We're going to take legal action now and the first part of that is a 28-day process whereby we will see if they can remedy the situation and get the affordable housing produced." In a statement the developer said it shared the frustrations of the council over the delay and that it was in advanced negotiations with its preferred affordable housing provider. It added: "Our team is working hard to bring the sale to a conclusion."

Summary: Legal proceedings have begun against a developer that promised to provide social housing in Berkshire.


David Chadwick, 58, was released from prison recently having been sentenced to three years. Dorset Police were searching for Chadwick who they said had breached his licence conditions. On Saturday evening detectives said Chadwick had surrendered to police in Suffolk and would be returned to jail. An appeal for sightings had been issued after Chadwick was spotted on a train. He had also hitchhiked as he made his way east across southern England. Det Insp Joe Williams from the Dorset force said: "Earlier this evening David Chadwick presented himself to police officers working in Lowestoft, Suffolk. He will be immediately recalled to prison. "I would like to thank members of the public, as well as the media, for their assistance in this investigation."

Summary: A convicted child sex offender who has been hunted since going missing on Wednesday has handed himself in to police.


The seamer, who had overnight figures of 2-17, returned to the pavilion with figures of 5-78 as the hosts closed on 159-7 - 109 runs behind Somerset. Only 44 overs were possible with no play taking place after 15:00 BST at Scarborough's North Marine Ground. Adil Rashid carries Yorkshire's hopes into day three with an unbeaten 30. The only batsmen to score more than the England spinner were debutant Tom Kohler-Cadmore and Harry Brook, who each made 31. The pair were at the crease at the start of the day and took their fourth wicket stand to exactly 50 before Brook was caught at second slip by Marcus Trescothick off Overton. Tim Gronewald bowled Kohler-Cadmore off his thigh shortly afterwards to leave Yorkshire on 88-5. Acting captain Tim Bresnan fell cheaply to Overton, who also removed Hodd after a seventh-wicket stand of 48 with Rashid.

Summary: Craig Overton completed his second five-wicket haul of the season as Somerset finished a rain-interrupted second day on top against Yorkshire.


Cameron Logan, 23, died in the blaze in Milngavie on 1 January, while his partner Rebecca Williams, 24, was seriously injured. Blair Logan, 26, has been arrested in connection with his brother's death and the alleged attempted murder of his parents, both aged 54, and Ms Williams. He is due to appear at Dumbarton Sheriff Court on Monday. Ms Williams, a journalist with Global Radio, was initially taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow in a critical condition. She was later transferred to the Glasgow Royal Infirmary where she is now said to be in a stable condition. The house in Achray Place remained cordoned off on Saturday with large green covers still in place over the property. Police officers stood guard at the front and back of the semi-detached house and fresh flowers left in tribute to Cameron Logan were placed around a tree outside.

Summary: Police have arrested the brother of a man who died in a house fire in East Dunbartonshire on New Year's Day.


The 22-year-old's time of 21.32 seconds - his previous best was 21.54 - also secured him a place at this summer's World Championships in Budapest. Find out how to get into swimming with our special guide. Elsewhere, Holly Hibbot, 17, won the 400m freestyle as she held off Olympic silver medallist Jazz Carlin, 26, for her first senior British title. And Max Litchfield won his second gold in the 200m individual medley. The 22-year-old was adding to the 400m individual medley gold he won at Sheffield's Ponds Forge on Thursday. Hannah Miley, 27, won the women's 200m individual medley, while Commonwealth champion Georgia Davies, 26, won the women's 50m backstroke.

Summary: Ben Proud beat his own British record as he took 50m freestyle victory at the British Swimming Championships.


The two 17-year-olds, who have not yet been named, were found by police at Huntcliff in Saltburn at about 19:00 GMT on Friday. Cleveland Police said: "Inquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances of exactly what happened." The families of the boys are being supported by specialist officers, police added. The coastguard also attended the scene to assist police. Any witnesses who were in the area of Huntcliff around the time of the incident are asked to contact Det Sgt Paul Hodgson at the force on the non-emergency number 101.

Summary: The bodies of two teenage boys have been found at the bottom of a cliff, police have said.


The first of the BBC's big debates ahead of the EU Referendum takes place in Glasgow on 26 May at 8pm. You can watch it live on BBC1 or listen in on Radio 5Live. This debate will be aimed at younger voters, and will be in front of an audience of 18 to 29 year olds. Each time a participant mentions one of the things in the grid above you get to check it off. And if you want to find out more about the topics on the card, you can follow the links below. Â£350m Â£4,300 Bananas 70% of trade Kettles Mobile roaming Low-cost airlines 3m jobs 44% of exports Immigration 6% of firms Norway Read more: The facts behind claims in the EU debate

Summary: As a special treat for the EU referendum debates, the Reality Check team brings you EU claim Bingo.


Accies revealed they had been in talks with the pair about new deals but that both had decided to return to their homelands. D'Acol, 30, had joined Hamilton two years ago after leaving AEK Athens and played 35 times this season. Skondras, 27, made 18 appearances after arriving from PAOK in January. Meanwhile, 20-year-old Jack Breslin has left the Scottish Premiership club to join Clyde. Breslin, who made his only senior appearances for Hamilton in July, has signed a one-year contract with the League Two club along with 21-year-old fellow defender Jordan Stewart, who was previously with St Mirren. The news came as midfielder JP McGovern and striker Peter MacDonald, who had ended the season as joint interim managers, left Clyde following the arrival of Jim Chapman from Annan Athletic as team boss.

Summary: Brazil-born forward Alex D'Acol and Greek defender Ioannis Skondras have decided against staying with Hamilton Accies at the end of their contracts.


The company employs about 10,000 staff at 67 stores and hopes to remain open after a reorganisation of the business. "Together with the curators and our employees, we're working hard on the best restructuring possible," it said. The company has been running out of money after suffering from falling sales. V&D was bought by a US private equity firm, Sun Capital, in 2010 and had been losing money for many years. The current owners had been providing emergency funding but recently decided to stop doing so. The company said it would try to keep its stores open to help attract a buyer for the business.

Summary: Vroom & Dreesman, the largest Dutch department store chain, has declared itself insolvent.


The Sharks have lodged a protest with the Rugby Football Union, claiming the player - understood to be former Bristol wing Tom Arscott - released confidential details. They have also made a complaint against the Bristol player involved. Bristol won 24-23 at the AJ Bell Stadium after trailing 15-0. The Sharks have lost their past 10 games in all competitions. A statement from Bristol said they had been "made aware of a complaint from Sale Sharks, which is now being investigated by the RFU". It added: "The club are absolutely confident of no wrongdoing in this matter and will fully co-operate with the investigation."

Summary: Sale have complained that one of their players passed team information to Bristol before their Premiership match on 1 January.


The incident happened at about 16:30 on Saturday. No one was hurt. Police said they were attempting to trace the operator of the remote aircraft, who was within the grounds of the 67m (220ft) high monument at the time. Officers said the incident was an example of the risks of flying drones in crowded or built-up areas. Insp Cheryle Cowan said: "While the use of drones is becoming more popular for members of the public when filming and photographing scenic areas or places of interest, it is essential that they are utilised responsibly so as not to cause alarm or injury to other members of the public. "I would advise that drone operators familiarise themselves with all the appropriate legislation so as to ensure they adhere to existing aviation laws and regulations, and be aware of the areas in our community where drone activity may pose a particular sensitivity."

Summary: A drone smashed a window after crashing into the Wallace Monument in Stirling, it has emerged.


A 61-year-old man was arrested in England and detained in Kent on Wednesday. He is now being interviewed at Musgrave police station in Belfast. Two men, aged 27 and 28, detained by police in Derry remain in custody. Mr McCauley died in June 2015 in a care facility, almost nine years after he was attacked at a barbeque. He was attending a summer BBQ at the rear of a house in Chapel Road on 15 July that year. At 3.20am on 16 July, only three people remained at the BBQ. A number of people came out from the bushes and attacked Paul and two of his friends. After the assault the group made off in the direction of Irish Street.

Summary: A third man has been arrested by Detectives investigating the murder of Paul McCauley in Londonderry in 2006.


She currently leads the party in the London Assembly, where she speaks for the Lib Dems on transport, policing and education. Party members selected her after another shortlisted hopeful, Duwayne Brooks, withdrew from the race. Ms Pidgeon says she wants to tackle the barriers that make London "a city that serves the few, not the many". Last week, Sadiq Khan was selected as the Labour candidate. Sian Berry will represent the Greens. The Conservatives and UKIP have yet to choose their candidates.

Summary: Caroline Pidgeon has been announced as the Liberal Democrats' candidate for the 2016 London mayoral election.


Emma Louise Baum was found dead at her home in Penygroes on Monday. David Nicholas Davies, 25, of Clynnog Fawr, confirmed his name and address at the brief hearing at Caernarfon Magistrates' Court on Friday. He was remanded in custody and will appear at Mold Crown Court on Tuesday 26 July. Meanwhile, watchdog the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) said it would be investigating the response by North Wales Police prior to the body of Ms Baum being found. A spokesperson said the force had referred itself to the IPCC.

Summary: A man has appeared in court charged with murdering a 22-year-old woman in Gwynedd.


The Cubric at Cardiff University will have one of the world's most sophisticated MRI scanners. The funding, announced on Wednesday, will help build the facility at Maindy Park. Prof Derek Jones, director of Cubric, said: "This funding cements Cubric's position as a European leader in brain imaging and stimulation." Announcing the funding, Finance Minister Jane Hutt said: "I am delighted to announce EU funds to help construct a centre of excellence in Wales with the capability for world-class, highly specialised collaborative research in the field of neuroscience. "This is another excellent example of how EU funds are supporting growth in the Welsh economy, helping our academic institutions to position Wales as a global leader in ground-breaking research and innovation." The Welsh government has also invested more than £9m in the development of Cubric, including funding towards an ultra-high field Tesla MRI scanner. The centre is due to open next year.

Summary: A new £44m brain research imaging centre has received a £4.5m funding boost from the European Union.


Kicked off by Audi, the system aims to end the frustration of missing the arrival of a package being delivered to home or work. Instead, Audi owners will be able to use their car as a shipping address for items ordered online. A pilot project to test the system is planned to take place in May in Munich. Using Audi's in-car communications system, Connect, DHL delivery drivers would track a customer's vehicle over a specified period of time and then use a digital access code to unlock the boot, the car maker said. This code would then expire as soon as the boot was shut. The deliveries will be available only to customers signed up for online retail service Amazon Prime. In March, the Federal Aviation Administration, which oversees US airspace, gave Amazon permission to carry out tests using unmanned aerial vehicles, or drones, for its planned PrimeAir service.

Summary: Packages could soon be delivered to the boot of your Audi as part of a trial involving the car maker, Amazon and DHL.


Kingfisher shares dropped 4.5% despite it posting a 20% rise in retail profit to £142m for the 13 weeks to 3 May. The benchmark FTSE 100 index was up 4.09 points at 6,855.31. Shares in power provider Aggreko were down 2.2% at £17.11. The company announced on Thursday that British Gas boss Chris Weston was to be its new chief executive. Shares in Centrica - the owner of British Gas - slipped 0.,1% to 330.60p. On the currency markets, the pound dipped 0.04%% against the dollar to $1.6705 and edged down 0.03% against the euro to 1.2291 euros.

Summary: (Open): The London market opened flat but shares in B&Q owner Kingfisher fell after its latest trading update.


Carlisle's media officer Andy Hall said Stewart's representatives contacted him this week to make the offer. Their stadium, Brunton Park, was heavily damaged by flooding from Storm Desmond in December, with the team forced to play away from home for weeks. The musician, a Celtic fan, is due to perform at the stadium in June. Mr Hall told BBC Cumbria: "To us it's a measure of the man. He's been fantastic to work with since day one when they came to do a reconnaissance of the stadium to see if he could play a concert here. "For someone internationally renowned to help us puts smiles on faces." The announcement comes as Carlisle United prepare to host Everton in the FA Cup on Sunday.

Summary: Singer Rod Stewart is donating £10,000 to Carlisle United to help the club recover after recent flooding.


Ethan Roser, 19, was accidentally struck by the hammer on Saturday afternoon at the campus of Wheaton College in suburban Chicago. The 19-year-old, who was volunteering at the event, died in hospital after paramedics treated him at the scene. In track and field the hammer is a metal ball, weighing between 9-16lb (4-7kg), attached to a thin wire. The competitor usually spins around several times before throwing the ball. Mr Roser, a first-year student from Cincinnati, Ohio, was the son of Christian missionaries who spent his early years in Zimbabwe, reports the Washington Post. His brother, Johnathan, wrote on Saturday on Facebook that his sibling had been "called home to be with our Lord". "We are in shock and struggling to comprehend how we will live without him." Wheaton College President Philip Ryken asked the campus community to pray for Mr Roser's loved ones.

Summary: An Illinois college student has died after being hit by a hammer during an athletics competition.


The 35-year-old Argentina defender was accused of 12 breaches relating to matches between 22 and 28 January 2016. Demichelis, who is in France for City's Champions League quarter-final at Paris St-Germain on Wednesday, had until 17:00 BST on Wednesday to respond. The FA will decide Demichelis' punishment, with potential sanctions ranging from a fine to a ban. Rules introduced in the 2014-15 season prevent players and coaches from betting on any football activity worldwide. There is no suggestion the charge related to any City games in which Demichelis has featured this season, nor any match he could have had any influence over.

Summary: Manchester City's Martin Demichelis has accepted a Football Association charge that he broke betting rules.


Stephen Reed, 58, and David Ragozzino, 33, were charged after an investigation into text messages sent to Mr Oyston. Mr Reed, of Common Edge Road and Mr Ragozzino, of Oakwood Close, both Blackpool, appeared before city magistrates earlier. The court heard the Crown Prosecution Service has discontinued the case after a review of the evidence. A CPS spokeswoman said: "After receiving further information from the police we have conducted a review of all the evidence in the case and have concluded that there is no longer a realistic prospect of conviction against either defendant for a charge of harassment and have therefore taken the decision to discontinue the case."

Summary: Charges have been dropped against two Blackpool fans accused of harassing the football club's chairman Karl Oyston.


Damien McLaughlin, of Kilmascally Road, Dungannon, County Tyrone is accused of providing the Toyota car used by Mr Black's killers. A judge told a preliminary inquiry at Craigavon that he was satisfied there was a case to answer. Mr Black was shot as he was driving to work in Maghaberry Prison in November 2012. Mr McLaughlin will now stand trial for aiding and abetting that murder as well as possessing items to be used in terrorism, preparing terrorist acts and belonging to an illegal organisation. After judge gave his ruling, the accused's solicitor asked to address the court. He said he was withdrawing as the solicitor in the case as part of the law firm's ongoing protest against new legal aid rules and reduced fees introduced last month.

Summary: The only man currently charged in connection with the murder of prison officer David Black is to stand trial.


Jordan Campbell, 17, was found at a flat in Tickle Avenue, St Helens, at about 12:00 GMT. Post-mortem tests found he died from a single stab wound. Daniel Joseph Wiltshire, 25, of Newton-le-Willows, Ruben Thomas Hoather, 22, of St Helens and Anthony Mark Wood, 32, of Thatto Heath are all in custody. They are due to appear before St Helens Magistrates' Court on Monday. Police had been called to reports of an assault at the flat at about 11:55, when they saw smoke coming from the property. Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service extinguished a number of small fires inside the flat and discovered the teenager's body.

Summary: Three men have been charged with murder after a teenager was found dead in Merseyside on New Year's Day.


The decision was taken by bosses at the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow after cases of rotavirus were detected. Rotavirus is the most common cause of diarrhoea among infants and young children. Four patients at the hospital have tested positive for rotavirus, while three others were showing symptoms. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde said the ward in question had been closed to any new patients for the time being. A health board spokeswoman said: "Enhanced infection control precautions have been put in place and visitors are being reminded of the importance of hand hygiene when entering and leaving the hospital." Once someone has been exposed to rotavirus, it can take up to two days for the symptoms to appear. Children who become infected may have severe diarrhoea, often with vomiting, fever, loss of appetite and abdominal pain which can last from three to eight days.

Summary: A ward at a children's hospital has been closed to new admissions after some patients tested positive for a highly infectious bug.


Michael and Kai Geldard had planned to sell the Crask Inn in Lairg, but have instead handed it over to their local Scottish Episcopal Church. The couple are members of the church's congregation. The inn, which has four bedrooms, is to continue to be run as a pub and as a bed and breakfast, but will also be used for religious services. It is to be run by Douglas Campbell, a Eucharistic minister, and his GP wife Denise. They are planning to move from Hopeman in Moray in April. Mr Campbell, who is personal assistant to the Right Reverend Mark Strange, the Episcopalian Bishop of the United Diocese of Moray, Ross and Caithness, said neither he or his wife had run a pub before but were looking forward to the new challenge.

Summary: The owners of a pub in the Highlands have given it as a gift to their local church.


He suffered multiple fractures to his legs and pelvis and was taken by helicopter to hospital in Toulouse. The accident happened at the Ax 3 Domaines resort on Saturday as his leg became trapped at the start of a six-person "bubble" lift, officials said. The skier then fell into netting before sliding underneath and falling four metres (12ft), French media report. Police in Savignac-les-Ormeaux are quoted as saying the accident was triggered as the skier tried to retrieve his gloves as the cabin pulled away. His leg then became trapped in the lift cabin and he fell from it shortly afterwards. Police have begun an investigation.

Summary: A 29-year-old skier has been seriously injured after falling from a ski lift in the French Pyrenees, reports say.


The football match against Dublin side St Vincent's takes place in Pairc Esler in Newry on Saturday 11 February. The hurlers will get the chance to continue the club's good record in the Athletic Grounds in Armagh. Due to the large number of dual players in both squads, the hurling semi-final against Cuala (Dublin) has been moved to Saturday 25 February. Should Slaughtneil advance to both All-Ireland club finals, the GAA will be forced to scrap the traditional double bill in Croke Park on St Patrick's Day.

Summary: Derry dual champions Slaughtneil will play their All-Ireland club hurling and football semi-finals at Ulster venues.


The footpath to Durdle Door on the Jurassic Coast was damaged in a series of winter storms. Work to rebuild the steps was carried out amid a row between Natural England and owners the Lulworth Estate over who was responsible for maintaining them. Repairs were funded from car parking charges at the Door and Lulworth Cove. James Weld, from the estate, said the beach is the most visited part of the Jurassic Coast. He said it was important for people to be able to get up close to the Door, which had only been accessible via a steep clay path since January 2013. "It's a national icon as well as one of Dorset's icons, so we're delighted to be able to reopen it, but it's sad it's taken so long."

Summary: Steps leading down to one of the UK's most famous coastal landmarks have reopened - more than two years after they were removed.


The 8ft (2.4m) diameter plastic pipes, with the longest beached segment 1,574ft (480m) long, washed up at Winterton and Sea Palling. They came loose as they were being tugged to Algeria in north Africa for a large project. The Maritime and Coastguard Agency said: "Other than their physical presence they pose no other danger of, or potential for pollution." A spokesman added: "Two pipes have beached. There are 12 pipe segments. "The remainder are either secured by vessels at sea or are otherwise anchored off the coast of central Norfolk awaiting processing. "Guard ships are allocated to monitor the anchored pipes."

Summary: Giant pipe segments have washed up on the coast of Norfolk.


Campbell made 37 appearances for the Magpies in all competitions last season, scoring eight goals. The 22-year-old, who can play up front or on the wing, started his career at Newcastle, before moving to League Two side County in July 2015. "He has a lot of pace and has a lot of the qualities that we have been looking for," said manager Jim Bentley. Meanwhile, midfielder Aaron Wildig, 25, has signed a new two-year contract with the Shrimps, while forward Kevin Ellison, 38, midfielder Alex Kenyon, 24, and midfielder Andy Fleming, 29, have all agreed new one-year deals. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Morecambe have signed forward Adam Campbell on a two-year deal following his release by Notts County.


The 16-year-old was attacked at about 21:40 GMT on Saturday at Ashton Playing Fields off Chigwell Road in Woodford. The Metropolitan Police said the boy was taken to hospital, but was pronounced dead shortly after arriving for treatment. His next of kin have been informed, although formal identification is yet to take place. He is the first teenager to be stabbed in the capital this year. No arrests have yet been made in connection with the death.

Summary: A teenage boy has died after being stabbed in an east London park.


The 34-year-old, who played for the Clarets from 2015-16, left Scottish Premiership side Rangers in November. In the same month, he was given a one-match ban for breaking Scottish FA rules on gambling and has since been charged with misconduct by the FA. Barton is available for Saturday's FA Cup tie against Sunderland, registering in time to serve his ban on Monday. The midfielder joined Rangers on a free transfer in the summer but only made seven appearances for the Ibrox club. The former Manchester City, Newcastle and Queens Park Rangers player had his contract terminated following a training-ground altercation in September. Last month, the FA claimed he broke rules by placing 1,260 bets on "football matches or competitions" between 26 March 2006 and 13 May 2016.

Summary: Burnley have re-signed Joey Barton for the remainder of the season despite the threat of a Football Association ban.


The 21-year-old Belgium striker was substituted in the second half of Wednesday's 4-0 win at Anfield after a challenge by Ramiro Funes Mori, who was then sent off. Liverpool, in seventh, trail fifth-place Manchester United by five points with five games remaining. "We'll try everything," said Klopp. Origi had to be taken off on a stretcher but it was confirmed shortly after the game that he had not broken his ankle. "The season is not over," added Klopp. "We are all different. We don't have to make any general comments. We only have to work with him and see what happens. "Why should we say the season is over now when it is still a few games away?"

Summary: Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says Divock Origi could play again this season despite suffering a "serious injury" against Everton.


Fay, 35, has found herself on the bench at City this season behind Lee Alexander, and needs game time ahead of the European Championships this summer. The Scotland captain, who is closing in on 200 appearances for her country, signed for City in January last year. "It is with deep regret that Gemma Fay has left the club," said head coach Scott Booth. "She didn't want to leave and we definitely wanted her to stay but ultimately she felt at this point in her career playing every week was incredibly important, especially given the upcoming Euro finals." Fay spent seven years at Celtic before moving to the Scottish champions, having previously played for Hibernian, Leeds, Brighton, Ayr and Aberdeen.

Summary: Scotland goalkeeper Gemma Fay has left Glasgow City to sign for Icelandic side FC Stjarnan.


Ballet West in Taynuilt, in Argyll, will take its production of Swan Lake to seven venues in Scotland from January to March before heading east. The school, which is associated with the University of the Highlands and Islands, previously toured China in 2011 and 2010. Ballet West graduate Sarah Mortimer, 19, from Maidstone, in Kent, will be among the dancers. Miss Mortimer was the only British finalist in the Royal Academy of Dance's 2011 GenÃ©e International Ballet Competition in Cape Town, South Africa. She graduated from Ballet West in the summer. The school's Scottish performances will be held in Oban, Musselburgh, Cumbernauld, Giffnock, Pitlochry and Greenock. Comedian and actor Billy Connolly is a patron of Ballet West. He became involved after they choreographed dance scenes in the 1997 film Mrs Brown, in which he starred. The film centred around Queen Victoria's later years at Balmoral Castle, near Braemar in Aberdeenshire.

Summary: A Scottish dance school is preparing to make its third tour of China.


Cheltenham Magistrates' Court heard Karlee Daubeney, 20, was only freed from the fridge at the Kings Walk branch of Subway eight hours later. The franchisee, C.M. Ventures Ltd, admitted breaching health and safety guidelines. The company was fined Â£4,000 and ordered to pay Â£2,070 in court costs. In the incident last December, the handle to release the door from the inside was not working, the court heard. While workers knew it was defective and had reported the problem to the manager, it had not been repaired or replaced. Jennie Dallimore, from Gloucester City Council who brought the case, said: "There was a failing to comply with health and safety and if simple repairs had been made the incident would have been avoided. "The manager had been made aware of the faulty door handle but had not taken any action to put things right."

Summary: A woman daubed a "Help Me" message in ketchup after becoming trapped overnight in a Gloucester sandwich shop's fridge, a court has been told.


Dylan Jackson, 20, of no fixed address, is being sought after Herman Simpson, known as Louis, was killed at a bedsit in Compton Road, Wolverhampton, on Monday night. Members of the public should not approach Mr Jackson, but should call 101, West Midlands Police said. The force also asked Mr Jackson to contact them himself. Det Insp Warren Hines said: "Our investigation is moving swiftly and we now have a suspect who we urgently need to trace. "I would appeal to Dylan directly to contact me as soon as possible but equally, I would ask anyone who knows of his whereabouts, to ring 101. "Our thoughts remain with Mr Simpson's family."

Summary: Detectives have named a man wanted "urgently" in connection with a fatal stabbing.


Catherine Johnston, 39, was reported missing on Tuesday. Her car, a white Seat Leon, was later found at Ballintoy Harbour. A major air and sea search, involving the coastguard and PSNI, is continuing along the north coast. Coleraine police have now asked for anyone who was in the area and took pictures, to come forward. "We are appealing to any visitors that attended Ballintoy Harbour on Tuesday 13 December and took pictures of the scenery," Insp David Burns said. "We would like to review your photographs to try and establish the movements of missing person Catherine Johnston." Ms Johnston is described as being approximately 5'9" tall, of average build and with light brown shoulder length hair. Her family said on Wednesday that they were becoming increasingly concerned for her safety.

Summary: Police have appealed for help to trace a woman from east Belfast who has gone missing in County Antrim.


The weapons, which included 45 AK-47 guns, were found at the cargo terminal at Rio de Janeiro's Galeao International Airport. Four people have been arrested, police said. It is one of the largest seizures of such weapons in Brazilian history, local media reported. Authorities put the rifles on show, and released an X-ray image that showed the wrapped guns concealed inside the containers of pool heating systems. It is believed the guns could have been sold in Brazil for up to $1.5m (Â£1.1m) in total. Detectives are investigating an exporter in Miami, Globo newspaper reported without identifying them. Security forces in Brazil are struggling to stop powerful automatic weapons falling into the hands of drugs gangs and militia groups which control poorer areas of major cities.

Summary: Police in Brazil have seized 60 assault rifles that had been smuggled from the US city of Miami in a shipment of swimming pool heaters.


Cyril Barthelme, who opened the Patisserie Maxime bakery, wants to change the way people think about eating bugs. Around two billion people worldwide eat insects as part of their diet, and some scientists say they are better for you than other types of meat. Scorpions, mealworms and crickets are just some of the ingredients added to the bakery's special brownies. So what do you think of these creepy-crawly bakes? - would you try them? This chat page is now closed. That is so gross. Chelsea, 11, Grimston

Summary: A bakery selling cakes made from insects has opened in Edinburgh, in Scotland.


Thomas Cook flight TCX3876 from Glasgow to Dalaman arrived at Gatwick, after an on-board incident, at about 11:15. Sussex Police boarded the plane at 11:45 and arrested a 34-year-old man. Two women with him were not detained. There were no reports of injuries or damage. Thomas Cook said the plane remained at Gatwick until 13:05. A statement from Gatwick Airport read: "Gatwick Airport can confirm that a flight was diverted to the airport and two individuals were removed from the flight. "The matter is now being dealt with by Sussex Police." A spokesperson for Thomas Cook Airlines said: "We have a zero tolerance policy towards any behaviour on-board affecting the safety and welfare of our crew and customers. "We'd like to thank those on board for the patience during the delay to their flight to Turkey."

Summary: An air passenger has been arrested on suspicion of being drunk on an aircraft after a flight from Glasgow to Turkey was diverted to Gatwick Airport.


The 33-year-old owner of a second hand shop in Rhyl was reported to police after offering the firearm on the social networking site. Five firearms, including two shotguns, an air rifle, a bolt action shotgun and a revolver were found at his home and shop, along with some ammunition. The shop-owner has since been released on police bail pending further inquiries. Ch Insp Jason Devonport from North Wales Police said: "This is particularly concerning and thanks to the officers from Rhyl, for acting quickly by arresting and recovering these weapons and making North Wales safer."

Summary: A man trying to sell a shotgun on Facebook has been arrested.


Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) launched a mission to clear some of it up using a 700m, (2,300 foot) piece of wire. The plan was to slow down the junk, like bits of old satellites' rockets, and push it into the Earth's atmosphere so it would harmlessly burn up. But it didn't happen, scientists say the trial run failed as the wire was not actually used. Leading researcher Koichi Inoue told reporters: "We believe the tether did not get released." "It is certainly disappointing that we ended the mission without completing one of the main objectives."

Summary: There are more than 100 million bits of rubbish whizzing around Earth in space.


The 66-year-old was convicted of nine charges at the Republic of Ireland's non-jury Special Criminal Court. The three judges were told how he had significant dealings in cattle and land and received farming grants, but failed to submit tax returns for nine years. The prosecution was brought after an investigation by the Irish Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB). Murphy, who lives at Ballybinaby, Hackballscross, County Louth, on a farm that straddles the border with Northern Ireland, had denied the charges. After a trial lasting 32 days, presiding judge Paul Butler said the court was "satisfied beyond reasonable doubt" that he was guilty. He was remanded on continuing bail ahead of sentencing in February.

Summary: The alleged former IRA "chief of staff", Thomas 'Slab' Murphy, has been found guilty of tax evasion.


Police were initially called to a road crash at an industrial estate in Shepshed, Leicestershire, at about 21:00 GMT on Thursday. However, officers said it became clear the man's injuries were probably not caused by a crash. The man has not yet been identified. A 22-year-old man from Coalville has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Det Insp Simon Shuttleworth, who is leading the investigation, said the victim was found in a silver Ford Focus that had been driven into the industrial estate after 20:00 GMT. He said two men were also seen running from the scene at about that time. "It's of critical importance that we trace these two people," he said. "It's possible the men may have attempted to hitch a lift from a passing motorist." Gelders Hall Road, where the vehicle was found, remains cordoned off while investigations take place.

Summary: The death of a man who was found inside a car that appeared to have hit a wall is being treated as murder.


The Reds rejected an offer of more than £2.5m from Derby for the 26-year-old former Arsenal midfielder, who has scored six goals this season. Montanier admitted other clubs have bid for Lansbury, but did not name them. "We've had an offer but it's not me who makes the decision to sell him," he told BBC Radio Nottingham. "He's my captain and the best player on my team. It is confidential but we have received offers from teams. "I know in football some situations are difficult when a player receives a big offer and it is then difficult to play 100%." Montanier said Lansbury, whose contract expires in the summer, will play no part in Saturday's FA Cup third-round tie at Wigan Athletic because of a hamstring injury. He suffered the injury in the pre-match warm-up ahead of their 3-0 loss to Derby on 11 December.

Summary: Nottingham Forest head coach Philippe Montanier says it is not his decision whether Henri Lansbury will remain at the City Ground.


Sudip Sarker worked as a consultant colorectal surgeon at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust. A police inquiry into Mr Sarker's actions began in 2013 after concerns were raised about the number of patients who died while under his care. He was excluded from working at Worcestershire Royal Hospital and Redditch's Alexandra Hospital in 2012. At the same hearing, conditions were placed on his registration by the General Medical Council. Worcestershire Acute Hospital NHS Trust's acting chief executive Chris Tidman said: "I do hope that the dismissal provides assurance that the trust will take whatever action is necessary so as to protect patient safety. "In the meantime, Mr Sarker continues to be investigated by both the police and the General Medical Council." A telephone helpline and dedicated email address were established in 2013 for people to discuss any concerns.

Summary: A cancer surgeon investigated over the deaths of a number of his patients has been sacked.


Ex-mayor Lutfur Rahman was found guilty of corrupt practices at the High Court last week and removed from office. Four of the allegations, which had not been previously reported, are "now being assessed to see if a criminal investigation should be carried out", police said. The force said the allegations were highlighted in the High Court ruling. It has been granted an extension for criminal proceedings to be brought about and appointed a detective superintendent from its homicide and major crime command to oversee a review of the 200-page report published by the court last week. It said it was considering the new material in connection with 47 of the allegations originally reported. The Met added: "The MPS takes any allegations of electoral fraud or malpractice very seriously, as we are committed to ensuring a free and fair election."

Summary: Five new allegations linked to electoral malpractice in Tower Hamlets have been identified by the Met police.


The team were 25 points behind their rivals the Atlanta Falcons, when they made an epic comeback, going into overtime, to beat them 34-28. Their win has been recorded as the greatest ever comeback in Super Bowl history. Millions of people tuned in to watch the New England Patriots win for the fifth time. The Super Bowl is one of the biggest sporting events in the world and there's even a concert halfway through it. This year Lady Gaga sang during the famous half-time show.

Summary: American football team the New England Patriots have won the Super Bowl.


The 32-year-old former Linfield player, who made one appearance for Northern Ireland, joined Portadown in May 2014. "When you're alerted about the availability of a player of his stature and ability, you have to move quickly," said Crues boss Stephen Baxter. "We want the best players, not just for now but also the future." He added: "The top 10% of players are hard to get and we want them at our club." Gault, who has penned a two-year deal, is expected to play against Crusaders on Saturday alongside new Ports signing Philip Lowry. Ballymena striker David Cushley will also be a summer arrival at Seaview after signing a pre-contract with the league leaders last month.

Summary: Portadown midfielder Michael Gault will join Crusaders this summer after signing a pre-contract with the Irish Premiership champions.


It has agreed the figure in a loan with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to cover some of its investment costs. Bosses are meeting in Wrexham on Thursday at a waste water works it is turning into an energy park. It is investing £36m to harness solar and hydro power at Five Fords, Marchwiel. The company said it was also developing an advanced anaerobic digestion plant on the site, which will use waste to generate enough energy to supply about 3,000 homes. Welsh Water, which serves Wales and Herefordshire, generates 20% of its own energy needs through wind, hydro, solar and anaerobic digestion technology. It said the majority of its power was spent on pumping water and waste water through thousands of miles of pipes. It has pledged to invest £1.7bn in its businesses between 2015-2020.

Summary: Welsh Water is investing £250m to help produce its own energy needs and cut its £44m annual utility bill.


Police said the discovery was made on Sunday evening in a secluded area of Torvean Quarry. The remains appear to have been there for several months or longer, Police Scotland said. The force added that the identity, age and sex of the deceased person were unknown at this stage and the death was being treated as "unexplained". In a statement, police said: "It is not known how the person died, a post mortem will be held and the death is being treated as unexplained. "The tent was in a secluded area of the quarry and was a distance away from paths used by the public. "It appears that the person had been living in this tent for a period of time and it is likely he or she would have been seen by people nearby."

Summary: Human remains have been found inside a tent at a quarry on the south west side of Inverness.


The woman was on a number 35 bus on Edinburgh's Stenhouse Road when the incident happened at about 13:15 on Friday. She died the next day. Two other passengers, an 86-year-old man and a woman in her 30s, were injured. Police officers are trying to trace a white Audi which they believe was either a Q3 or Q5 model. The bus had been travelling towards the city centre and was opposite Edinburgh prison. Police want to speak to any witnesses who have not yet come forward. Sgt Fraser Wood said: "Sadly a woman has died as a result of the evasive action the bus driver had to take to avoid the car. "We would like to trace the driver of the car and any witnesses to the incident on Friday."

Summary: An 86-year-old bus passenger has died after the vehicle's driver braked sharply to avoid a car.


According to disability charity Revitalise, they have room for 179 home fans and 12 in the away end. Along with Arsenal and AFC Bournemouth, they are one of only three Premier League teams to provide the 150 spaces suggested in national guidelines. Swansea's Liberty Stadium finished fifth overall in Revitalise's table of fan satisfaction over accessibility. Disabled supporters association members from all 20 Premier League sides gave their views. Revitalise gave Swansea City an overall satisfaction rating of 79%. Issues like stewarding, seating, views of the action, match day experience and feelings of exclusion were used to determine this.

Summary: Swansea City football club has been praised for the number of spaces it provides for wheelchair users.


Morecambe took an early lead through Cole Stockton, but from then on Stevenage dominated. Alan Goodall managed to turn in Parrett's corner past his own keeper as Stevenage levelled before Parrett got his first on the break soon after. Parrett was unmarked in the area to score his second from 12 yards before Ben Kennedy rounded the win off. Morecambe, who drop to 21st place, have won just two of their last 18 games and have conceded 20 goals in their last five matches, while Stevenage are now 19th.

Summary: Dean Parrett scored twice as Stevenage moved above Morecambe after a comprehensive win at the Globe Arena.


Edward Spires served as a chaplain's assistant before being removed because he was deemed "undesirable". He was forced out of the military after a probe into his sexual orientation. The Air Force announced a discharge upgrade on Friday in response to a lawsuit filed by Mr Spires in November. The veteran was initially denied an honourable discharge because the Air Force said his records had probably been destroyed in a 1973 fire. But with the help of lawyers he was able to prove that he did indeed serve - and is now entitled to financial benefits and a military funeral because of the discharge upgrade. Mr Spires has described his removal from the military as a "horrific and unbearable" experience. His case has been backed by Senator Richard Blumenthal, who said on Monday that the move by the Air Force rectifies "an incredible injustice".

Summary: A 91-year-old servicemen who was sacked from the US Air Force in 1948 because he was gay has succeeded in getting his dismissal reclassified as an honourable discharge.


It looked at more than 500 species of primates around the world and found that 60% of them were facing extinction. When an animal becomes extinct, it means that there are no more left on the planet. The study also shows that, out of all the primates in the world, three quarters of them are in decline - meaning numbers are going down. The scientists behind the study think it is because lots of forests are being destroyed - which leaves animals with nowhere to live. This is done when people want to clear large areas of land for farming, or use the wood from the trees. Scientists also said that illegal hunting, or 'poaching' was reducing the number of primates in the wild. Professor Jo Setchell, one of the scientists who took part in the study said that humans need to: "learn to share space with other species"

Summary: Primates like gorillas, orangutans and lemurs are facing an 'extinction crisis' according to a new study.


Journalist Vladimir Kara-Murza, who works for pro-democracy group Open Russia, became ill earlier this month. He has now recovered enough to leave the country to seek further treatment, his lawyer Vadim Prokhorov said on Facebook on Sunday. The activist nearly died when he suffered sudden kidney failure in 2015. Mr Kara-Murza, a friend of opposition leader and former deputy prime minister Boris Nemtsov, who was shot dead in February 2015, fell into a coma for a week, with tests revealing he had ingested a poisonous substance. It is unclear what prompted the latest collapse. However, Mr Prokhorov said he was leaving Russia on Sunday "to go through rehabilitation treatment after his second acute poisoning". He added: "The diagnosis in his hospital discharge report is still the same: 'toxic influence of an unknown substance'."

Summary: An outspoken Kremlin critic who fell into a coma two years after a suspected poisoning has left Russia for treatment abroad.


The 29-year-old, who has won 57 caps, conceded just four goals in Wales' 10 qualifiers for the tournament. He was replaced by Liverpool's Danny Ward, who started for his country for the first time in winning his third cap. Goals from Gareth Bale and Hal Robson-Kanu saw Wales win in their opening game in Group B. Injury meant the 22-year-old Ward missed the end of the season for Liverpool, having made his Premier League debut in April. Crystal Palace goalkeeper Hennessey, whose domestic season ended in the FA Cup final defeat by Manchester United, played in all 10 of Wales' qualifiers en route to France, with Chris Coleman's men achieving major tournament qualification for the first time in 58 years. Hennessey played 46 games last season for club and country, while understudy Ward featured 33 times, the bulk of which was during a loan spell at Aberdeen.

Summary: Wales goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey missed the 2-1 win over Slovakia in Euro 2016 because of a back spasm.


Cookstown-based LCC Group and Norway's Statoil ASA built the facility at Maydown in 2005. LCC has now bought out its joint venture partner, saying the acquisition will allow it "to control costs and pass savings on to customers." It recently won a contract to supply aviation fuel to EasyJet. Beginning as a coal merchant in 1986, LCC employs more than 180 staff, having diversified into oil, electricity and gas distribution. The Maydown terminal is used to import and store oil for markets in Ireland, north and south. LCC- which also owns the Go chain of filling stations - reported a turnover of Â£544m in 2015.

Summary: A Northern Ireland energy company has taken full control of an oil terminal in County Londonderry in a "multi-million pound deal."


After comfortably winning the first set against the French qualifier, Murray made some unforced errors in the second before breaking early in the third. The British number one faces Frenchman Benoit Paire or Portugal's Joao Sousa next as he begins his claycourt campaign before May's French Open. British number two Aljaz Bedene plays Rafael Nadal in his second-round match. Murray, 28, is also competing in the men's doubles, where he and partner Dom Inglot progressed to the second round by beating Pablo Cuevas and Marcel Granollers 6-3 6-4 on Monday. The Scot and Englishman Inglot next play Edouard Roger-Vasselin of France and Serbia's Nenad Zimonjic.

Summary: Andy Murray reached the Monte Carlo Masters third round with a 6-2 4-6 6-3 win over Pierre-Hugues Herbert.


The pedestrian was struck by a lorry at the Moira Road roundabout on the Glenavy Road at 07:30 GMT on Wednesday. Police have appealed for anyone who witnessed the incident to contact them. The A26 Glenavy Road will be closed from 19:00 GMT to 20:00 GMT on Wednesday for a reconstruction and delays are expected.

Summary: A man has been killed in a collision in County Down.


McClure Naismith was founded in Glasgow in 1826, expanding to Edinburgh in 1979 and London 12 years later. There are currently 29 partners at the firm, which advises in English and Scots law. Thomas Campbell MacLennan and Alexander Iain Fraser, of FRP Advisory LLP, were appointed as joint administrators on Friday. In an announcement on the firm's website, the administrators said: "The affairs, business and property of the LLP are being managed by the Joint Administrators who act as agents of the LLP and without personal liability."

Summary: One of Scotland's oldest law firms has been taken over by administrators following financial difficulties.


Blake Brown, 30, believed to be from Croxteth, was found lying in Southwood Road, Aigburth, at 22:20 BST on Monday. He was taken to hospital but later died. Detectives said it was believed to be a "targeted incident". A murder inquiry has begun and police are urging witnesses to contact them. Two or three men ran off down St Michael's Road and towards Moel Famau View, police said. A post-mortem examination confirmed the victim died from gunshot wounds. Southwood Road and Bryanston Road have been cordoned off for forensic investigations to take place.

Summary: A man was found in a Liverpool street with fatal gunshot wounds to his head.


Media playback is not supported on this device Willis, 26, won six matches last year to qualify before losing to seven-time champion Roger Federer on Centre Court in the second round. Now ranked 387th in the world, he must win three matches to qualify. Martin, the world number 146, beat top-15 player Lucas Pouille in straight sets at the 2016 French Open. Willis will be second on Court 11 on Monday. If he beats Martin, 27, he could face fellow Briton Liam Broady in the next round. Qualification runs from 26-29 June, with the main draw to be made on 30 June. Willis has received a wildcard for the men's doubles at Wimbledon. Seven Britons have been given wildcards for the singles: Naomi Broady, Heather Watson, Laura Robson, Katie Boulter in the women's draw, and Brydan Klein, Cameron Norrie and James Ward in the men's. Wimbledon runs from 3-16 July.

Summary: Britain's Marcus Willis will play Slovakian Andrej Martin on Monday in the first qualification round for the Wimbledon main draw in Roehampton.


The woman was struck on the line between Broughty Ferry and Carnoustie shortly after 09:00. ScotRail said services between Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow Queen Street were affected. A British Transport Police spokeswoman said: "We were called at 09:11 to reports of a person having been struck by a train in the Broughty Ferry area of Dundee. "Officers attended along with the ambulance service. "Sadly a person died at the scene." The spokeswoman said the incident, which happened about 200m north of Broughty Ferry railway station, was not being treated as suspicious. She said: "We are now working to identify them and to inform their next of kin. "Our thoughts are with all those involved."

Summary: A woman in her 60s has died after being hit by a train at Broughty Ferry.


Hyypia, 41, has signed a two-year contract having been out of work since he quit as Brighton boss in December 2014 after just six wins in 26 games. He takes over from Urs Meier, who was sacked on 3 August shortly after a 3-2 home defeat by city rivals Grasshopper. Hyypia also had a spell in charge of German club Bayer Leverkusen but was sacked following a poor run of results. Hyypia, who won 105 caps for Finland, was a Champions League winner at Liverpool in 2005, and was also part of the team who secured a historic FA Cup, League Cup and Uefa Cup treble in 2001. He made 464 appearances in a decade at Anfield, and won seven player of the year awards in his homeland between 1999 and 2008.

Summary: Former Liverpool and Finland defender Sami Hyypia has been appointed as the new coach of Swiss side FC Zurich.


The cash will fund extra triage and resuscitation areas as well as more treatment rooms at Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor. Paediatrics facilities and waiting rooms will also be improved. Health Secretary Vaughan Gething said it would make "a real difference to patients accessing emergency and urgent care in north west Wales". Gary Doherty, chief executive at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, said: "The current department is too small and is not designed to meet the requirements of modern clinical practice. "This major scheme will provide state-of-the-art accommodation for the 52,000 patients who use the service each year and will help us transform medical and emergency care." The funding is for 2017-20, with work expected to start in March.

Summary: Nearly £14m funding for improvements in emergency and urgent care at a Gwynedd hospital has been announced.


The victim was attacked by two men in Praia da Rocha near Portimao in the early hours of Sunday, the Irish Independent reported. He was taken to a nearby hospital before being transferred to SÃ£o JosÃ© Hospital in the capital, Lisbon. The Irish Department of Foreign Affairs said it was aware of the case and "stands ready to provide assistance if requested". The paper said Portuguese police were still seeking the attackers, and were said to be treating the incident as attempted homicide. Praia da Rocha is the beachfront town for the city of Portimao around two kilometres away, and is a lively tourist destination. In a separate incident, a British woman was left with serious injuries following an acid attack on Saturday night in the nearby village of Alvor.

Summary: An Irishman has been stabbed at a Portuguese tourist resort, reports say.


The bus, with 41 people on board, was travelling overnight from Tokyo to a resort in Nagano prefecture. The accident happened near the town of Karuizawa early on Friday. It is not immediately clear what caused the crash as there was no snow or ice on the road. Japan's transport ministry has launched an investigation. Twenty-seven people were injured when the bus strayed onto the wrong side of the road and smashed through a guardrail, sliding several metres down the mountainside. There were two bus drivers on board, taking turns to drive, according to AP news agency. Skiing and other winter sports are popular in Japan, which has extensive mountain ranges accessible from many of the country's biggest cities. Many people heading to the mountains use a bus for at least part of their journey.

Summary: A bus taking passengers to a ski resort in central Japan has veered off a mountain road, killing 14 people and injuring 27.


The British and Irish Lion has agreed a four-year deal with the four-times European champions. With his current deal due to expire next summer, Gray had received several offers from clubs around Europe. Gray began his professional career with Glasgow Warriors and joined Castres from Sale Sharks in 2013. The Rutherglen-born forward has 51 Scotland caps and has was selected for the Lions tour of Australia in 2013. Castres finished 12th last season, one place above the relegation spots, in the French top flight, and presently sit 10th. Toulouse, who finished third in the Top 14 last season, are currently lying second, two points behind Clermont.

Summary: Scotland lock Richie Gray will join Toulouse from French Top 14 rivals Castres at the end of the season.


Inverness-born Robert Mackenzie was first taken to an outdoor climbing wall when he was three years old and started entering competitions when he was nine. He has won the British Lead Climbing Championships four times and been part of the GB junior climbing team. Mr Mackenzie is new regional development officer for west of Scotland for ClimbScotland. The University of Glasgow graduate will receive his award at the Fort William Mountain Festival on 9 February. On the same night, mountaineer and writer Dr Hamish Brown, from Burntisland, Fife, will receive The Scottish Award for Excellence in Mountain Culture. The youth award was launched in 2015 and the previous winners are Zeki Basan and Natalie Berry.

Summary: A 25-year-old climber is the latest recipient of The Scottish Youth Award for Excellence in Mountain Culture.


Asked if he would travel to Doha for this year's World Championships, Sagan said: "We will see." The Slovakian, speaking after finishing third overall in the Eneco Tour, added: "I still have to think about it. It's been a long season." His absence could help British 2011 world champion Mark Cavendish, who would be suited to the flat course. Sagan, who rides for Saxo-Tinkoff, added: "I'm tired. I have a lot of things to do. I'm happy the season is almost finished." The UCI Road World Championships take place between 9 and 16 October in Doha.

Summary: World champion Peter Sagan says he is unsure if he will defend his title in Qatar in October.


The 21-year-old came through the club's youth system and has made a total of 94 appearances for the Addicks since his debut in August 2013. "It's a good feeling to secure my future," he told the club website. "I've been here for a very long time and I'm proud to come from this academy. It's my home, I feel part of the club and I want that to continue." Cousins, who has represented England at Under-20 level, will now remain at The Valley until the summer of 2019. Meanwhile Charlton forward Piotr Parzyszek has joined Danish Superliga side Randers on a season-long loan. The 21-year-old Poland Under-21 international, who moved to south-east London in January 2014, spent last season with Belgian club Sint-Truiden.

Summary: Charlton Athletic midfielder Jordan Cousins has signed a new four-year deal with the Championship club.