It happened on Huntick Road, outside the Rose and Crown pub, in Lytchett Matravers, just before 13:00 BST on Friday. A white Ford Transit van, driven by an 84-year-old Swanage man, hit a blue Mercedes A class car. The driver of the Mercedes, a 91-year-old man from Lytchett Matravers, has since died in hospital. His injuries were not initially thought to be serious, Dorset Police said. His next of kin have been informed, the coroner notified and a police investigation is under way. The driver of the Ford Transit was uninjured.

Summary: A man has died from his injuries following a crash between a car and a van in Dorset.


McAleny, 24, has played twice for Everton and has most recently been on loan at Wigan Athletic last season, when he netted four times in 13 games. Oxford boss Michael Appleton told the club website: "He works hard, knows where the goal is and we think will give us another goal threat." Oxford are 14th in League One and into round five of the FA Cup. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: Oxford United have signed Everton striker Conor McAleny on loan until the end of the season.


The Blue Sharks rose from 56th to 41st, leading a number of African sides to have made impressive progress. Liberia climbed more places than any other nation, shooting up 65 places to claim a spot in the top 100 - at 95. South Sudan (144th, up 54), Central African Republic (126th, up 42), Mauritania (89th, up 25) and Burundi (113th, up 21) were also big climbers. Algeria remain top of the African chart, ahead of Ivory Coast. Burkina Faso and Guinea - equal ranked in ninth last month - drop out of the Africa's 10, replaced by Egypt and Congo. Africa's top 10 in September's Fifa rankings - global ranking in brackets: 1. Algeria (19) 2. Ivory Coast (21) 3. Ghana (25) 4. Tunisia (36) 5. Senegal (38) 6. Cape Verde (41) 7. Cameroon (48) 8. Congo (49) 9. Egypt (51) 10. Nigeria (52)

Summary: Cape Verde have leapt 15 places in Fifa's latest rankings for October to break into the world's top 50 sides.


Police said the incident happened on Tuesday at a property in the Huntly area. A 15-year-old boy and a 16-year-old boy have been charged with reckless conduct in connection with the incident. No-one was injured and a report is being sent to the procurator fiscal, officers said. Sgt Ian Moeller added: "I would like to take this opportunity to stress how deadly fireworks can be in the wrong hands and when let off in the wrong place and at the wrong time. "Without being in complete control you have no idea how the situation will develop and what the outcome will be. "What might be considered to be a prank could have deadly consequences."

Summary: Two teenage boys have been charged after a firework was posted through a letterbox in Aberdeenshire.


Police said she was driving a Daewoo Matiz which was in collision with a black Volkswagen Tiguan at the junction of Cadishead Way and Fairhills Road in Irlam on Tuesday. The woman and her 15-year-old female passenger were both trapped in the car. They were freed by the emergency services and the woman was taken to Wythenshawe hospital by air ambulance, where she later died. The teenage passenger was taken to Manchester Royal Children's Hospital. The 52-year-old driver of the Volkswagen is at Salford Royal Hospital with neck and chest injuries. Greater Manchester Police appealed for witnesses to contact the force.

Summary: A 64-year-old woman has died following a car crash in Salford.


South Wales Police launched an appeal over Alec Warburton, who has not been seen since July 31. Officers have been searching in and around his home in Vivian Road, Swansea, with a police tent erected on the street on Thursday. Det Supt Tony Brown said they want to speak to David Craig Ellis, 40, to help with their inquiries. He said Mr Ellis knows Mr Warburton and may have information that will assist police. Detectives are also asking for assistance in locating a dark green Peugeot 205 with the registration M805HFJ. Mr Warburton is 6ft 2in tall, with a medium build and is bald with grey hair on the sides.

Summary: Detectives want to speak to a man who may be able to help in the search for a missing 59-year-old from Swansea.


Media playback is not supported on this device Former England boss Taylor, who had two spells at both clubs during a 31-year managerial career, died in January at the age of 72. Watford plan to face one of Taylor's former clubs annually, competing for the Graham Taylor Trophy. The match will take place at 15:00 BST on Saturday 29 July, with profits split between two charities. The National Memorial Arboretum and the Watford FC Community Sports and Education Trust - two organisations with which Taylor had a close connection - will benefit from the fixture.

Summary: Watford will host Aston Villa in a memorial game for Graham Taylor this summer.


A city council spokeswoman said drivers cannot refuse a fare that starts and ends in the city and the authority wanted to "flush out" those who breach the law. Following complaints, the council has been carrying out an investigation since September 2015. Mystery shopper exercises are continuing to catch drivers at fault. Information cards are being given out and people are urged to take note of the badge number or vehicle registration of drivers who refuse fares.

Summary: Five Cardiff taxi drivers have had their hackney licences suspended for refusing short fares.


The ginkgo trees in Duthie Park are only 6in tall at the moment but it is hoped they will eventually be planted at iconic locations around the city. It is part of an international peace project to mark the 70th anniversary of the attack on Japan in 1945. The tree survived the explosion and subsequent fires, sprouting new buds from trunk, and is still alive. Aberdeen Lord Provost George Adam said: "The fact that new life could grow from something so devastating gave people in Hiroshima hope and courage that their lives could go on. "Aberdeen has such strong links with Japan so it is fitting that in this 70th anniversary year we use these seeds to grow symbols of hope for peace around the world."

Summary: Seeds from a tree damaged by the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima have been successfully grown in an Aberdeen park.


Kelly, who has signed a two-year contract, played 32 times for the Dons as they finished 15th in England's League Two this season. County manager Jim McIntyre told his club website: "Sean is a player I have admired for a number of years now. "He is a left-sided player and, at 6'2", will add a real presence to our defence." Kelly, a product of St Mirren's youth system, left the Paisley club last summer after their relegation from the top flight but returns to the Premiership after a season in England. "Although still young at 23, Sean has lots of experience having played for St Mirren before moving south to Wimbledon," added McIntyre. "He will be a great addition to the squad and I am delighted to get him tied up." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Former St Mirren defender Sean Kelly has signed for Ross County after the 23-year-old Scot left AFC Wimbledon.


The attack took place between 17:30 BST and 20:30 BST in Nunnery Wood, Worcester Woods Country Park, on 9 July. Det Ch Insp Neil Austin said: "This is without doubt an alarming and distressing incident and specially-trained officer are continuing to support the victim." The attacker was described as white, middle-aged, with grey hair. He was thought to be wearing blue jeans. Mr Austin added: "Additional patrols will remain in place in and around the countryside park and Spetchley Woods areas until further notice." Anyone who saw anything which could help officers was urged to contact West Mercia Police or Crimestoppers.

Summary: Police have put on extra patrols in Worcester after a woman was raped.


Ilya Katsman, 22, saw the weather phenomenon from a window on a flight from Perth to Adelaide. Neil Bennett, from Australia's Bureau of Meteorology, said it was likely to be a wave cloud. "It's like skimming a stone across a lake. The air is rising up and down in a wave motion," Mr Bennett said. You might also like: "Where it's going up you're getting the cloud, and where its going down you're getting the clear lines." Mr Katsman said he initially thought it was a rare type of wave cloud known as the "morning glory", which occurs in the country's north. "The cloud is definitely impressive," Mr Katsman told the BBC. "I thought it was unusual to see it so far south." Mr Katsman's photos received wide attention after being shared on an airline's Facebook page, delighting weather enthusiasts. Reporting by the BBC's Greg Dunlop

Summary: A plane passenger has photographed a spectacular cloud formation in the skies above Australia.


David Walsh, 45, was found badly injured on Canon Cockin Street in Hendon just after 23:00 GMT on Friday, and died later in hospital. Three men, aged 19, 36 and 40, have been remanded in custody charged with Mr Walsh's murder. They will appear before Newcastle Crown Court in the next 48 hours. Three others arrested on suspicion of murder have been bailed, police said. A fourth has been released with no further action.

Summary: Three people have been charged with the murder of a man in Sunderland.


A firm in north Wales wants to bring the PooPrints service from the United States to the UK with up to 15 councils reportedly interested in the scheme. Councils could make owners in problem areas register their dogs to a database which involves a mouth swab taken. Then, DNA could be taken from mess left on a street, path or grass and used to find a match on the database. Gary Downie, managing director of Streetkleen Bio in Ruthin, Denbighshire, believes local authorities can use new powers granted by the Antisocial Behaviour and Policing Act 2014 to force dog owners to comply. "The purpose of the system is to get cleaner, safer open spaces," he said. Councils the company is in talks with include Kingston-upon-Thames in south-west London, Aberdeen and Cheshire East.

Summary: DNA in dog mess could be used to catch owners who fail to clear up their pet's mess.


Sadler was released by Rotherham after featuring just once for the Championship club since signing from Crawley at the start of the season. The 30-year-old made 53 appearances for Shrewsbury during a loan spell at the club from Watford during the 2010/11 campaign. "It's really good to be back," he told the club's website. "I want a promotion with Shrewsbury and what better place to do it than from League One up to the Championship. "I've played a lot of games in this league and that is definitely one of the remits for the manager this summer - to bring in a few lads who have got experience of the division. "Knowing the division as I do, I'm sure that we have nothing to fear at all."

Summary: Promoted Shrewsbury Town have signed defender Mat Sadler on a two-year contract.


Murray, the first player to defend an Olympic singles title, secured his 19th successive victory by a 6-3 6-2 margin. The 29-year-old, who had a bye in round one, will play South African Kevin Anderson in the third round. Britain's Johanna Konta also reached the third round with a 6-2 6-3 victory over Donna Vekic and will face fifth seed Agnieszka Radwanska next. In the men's draw, third seed Rafael Nadal, who won the men's doubles in Rio, beat Uruguay's Pablo Cuevas 6-1 7-6 (7-4). Nadal faces Borna Coric, who defeated Nick Kyrgios, in round three. Australia's Kyrgios smashed three racquets in one changeover during his 7-6 (7-2) 4-6 7-6 (8-6) defeat by Croatia's Coric. Switzerland's second seed Stan Wawrinka is also through, beating 18-year-old American wild card Jared Donaldson 2-6 6-3 6-4.

Summary: Olympic champion Andy Murray picked up where he left off in Rio by beating Juan Monaco in the Cincinnati Masters.


The spillage - believed to be diesel - has affected about 3.5miles (5.5km) of the River Kennet. The source of the pollution is thought to have originated in the industrial areas in south Reading, the Environment Agency said. Oil absorbent booms have been deployed at Foudry Brook near Grazeley to try and help remedy the situation, a spokesman added. Wendy Herman, from animal charity Swan Support, said 50 swans had been rescued but a further 10 were still outstanding. "It's a massive area with diesel all over the place. It's really bad - and it's not just how [it will affect the way] the swans look, it's what they're ingesting, so it's really important we get as many out of the water as possible." The agency said it was investigating the incident with the help of police.

Summary: About 50 swans had to be rescued after oil leaked into a river in Reading.


Officers got reports of a Peugeot 206 being driven erratically in Coleraine around 20:00 BST last night. They saw the vehicle on the Cromore Road in the town and began a pursuit. The car crashed on the Millburn Road a short time later. Five people were taken to hospital, and two men, aged 26 and 23, and two women, aged 23 and 20, were later arrested. They remain in custody. A fifth person is still in hospital, but is not believed to have serious injuries. PSNI chief inspector Mark McClarence said reports suggested the car had "allegedly [been] involved in theft across the Derry, Limavady and Coleraine areas from around 7pm". He added: "The vehicle was spotted by police and was pursued by suitably trained officers." The Police Ombudsman's office was informed about the incident but has since decided that no investigation was necessary.

Summary: Four people have been arrested after a car crashed as it was being followed by police in County Antrim.


Police and ambulance were called to Flaxman Road, in Lambeth at 20:50 BST on Saturday. The victim, who is yet to be formally identified, was found with head injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Police said post-mortem tests were due to be carried out in Greenwich and a murder investigation had been launched. One resident in the street reported hearing "loud bangs" which she thought were gunshots but police said they were not aware of any shots being fired during the incident. A section of the road has been cordoned off while a forensic examination takes place.

Summary: A 17-year-old boy has died after a fight in south London.


But what will the triggering of Article 50 mean for Scotland? Well, BBC Scotland will be hosting an early evening TV Brexit debate at its Pacific Quay HQ on Tuesday, 21 March, to examine some of the key issues. And you the public are invited to join the audience and put your questions to politicians and experts. Guidelines require the BBC to have a balanced audience for this event being hosted by Glenn Campbell. To help us do this, we will ask all those interested about their political affiliations. This information is completely confidential and will only be used for the purpose of balance. If you are interested in applying to join the audience, fill in this questionnaire. Find out about Brexit

Summary: The complex negotiations required for the UK to end its membership of the European Union are expected to begin soon.


Its financial performance is now at record levels, according to its 2016 annual report, with profits up 12% on the previous year. The report stated Brexit represents a period of great change for UK trade. It wants the government to strike "the best possible access to international markets whilst minimising disruption to the flow of goods and people." The harbour's most recent property projects include a new film studio, a Marriott hotel and office accommodation at City Quays 2. David Dobbin, chairman of Belfast Harbour, described 2016 as "another highly successful year". Cargo traffic rose by 1% to 23m tonnes of goods. Under its operating regulations, Belfast Harbour retains and re-invests all profits. The City Quays 2 offices are due for completion in a few months time and its new tenants include financial services company Tullett Prebon.

Summary: Belfast Harbour's operating profits have risen to £32m, thanks to increased port activity and property income.


The DG One site was shut in October 2014 for remedial works expected to take about 18 months. However, an ongoing wrangle with contractors has put the start of those repairs on hold. It means permission is being sought to keep a temporary replacement swimming pool in place for an extra 22 months. The council revealed on Thursday that it hoped to agree an out-of-court settlement with contractors "very soon". A planning application to extend the use of the temporary pool reveals that work is not likely to start before the middle of this year. It said the council was committed to ensuring there was no "gap in swimming provision" and asked for an extension of permission for the facility in the car park at Dumfries Ice Bowl. It would allow the pool to stay in place until April 2018 while work on the DG One leisure centre was completed.

Summary: Work to repair a flagship leisure centre in Dumfries which has been closed for more than a year is unlikely to be completed before 2018.


The councillor in the local authority's Cromarty Firth ward was elected to head the council's SNP group at a meeting on Monday night. She has to be confirmed as council leader at a full meeting of Highland Council in June. Mr Hendry will continue as council leader until Monday but resigned as SNP group leader following his election as an SNP MP last week. He was elected as the new MP for Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch and Strathspey, the seat previously held by Liberal Democrat Danny Alexander. The SNP are the largest party in Highland Council's ruling administration which also involves the Lib Dems and Labour.

Summary: Maxine Smith looks set to replace Drew Hendry as Highland Council's leader.


Help Me Quit aims to increase awareness of the range of NHS support services available to help smokers quit. Wales has about 492,000 smokers and about 68% of those asked said they wanted to quit, according to the Welsh Health Survey of 2015. Studies have shown smokers are four times more likely to quit using medication and behavioural support. Ashley Gould, public health consultant at Public Health Wales, said: "Following recent research with smokers in Wales, it became clear that many who want to quit were not aware of the services available to them and the type of NHS support they could tap into. Help Me Quit will help put this right."

Summary: A new scheme to help smokers kick the habit has been launched across Wales.


But what is the ozone layer and why is it important? The ozone layer is the part of the Earth's upper atmosphere where ozone, a form of oxygen gas, is found. It absorbs UV radiation, preventing most of it from reaching us on the ground. This is important as UV radiation can harm humans, animals and plants. Scientists first noticed a dramatic thinning of ozone above Antarctica in the 1980s. It was being destroyed by gases called CFCs that were found in things like hairsprays, fridges and air conditioning units. The scientists say that in September 2015 the hole had shrunk by 4 million sq km since the year 2000 - an area roughly the size of India. They think it's because CFC gasses were banned around the world.

Summary: The hole in the ozone layer above Antarctica is starting to get smaller, according to scientists.


The video was posted online and shows a man dressed in an orange jumpsuit, while five other men in black stand around him - one holding a fake knife. The Sun said the employees were members of the bank's legal division in Birmingham on a team building exercise. The bank said it did not tolerate "inappropriate behaviour". "As soon as the Sun brought this video to our attention we took the decision to sack the individuals involved," the bank said. "This is an abhorrent video and HSBC would like to apologise for any offence caused." The bank did not specify how many people had been sacked. The newspaper has posted an eight-second clip of the video on its website in which one man shouts "Allahu Akbar" - Arabic for "god is great" - while others laugh.

Summary: HSBC has sacked employees who made an "abhorrent" video in which they pretended to be Islamic State militants carrying out a beheading.


The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 23.72 points, or 0.13%, to 17,755.80. The latest GDP figures suggested the economy grew at an annualised pace of 1.5% in the third quarter, down from 3.9% the previous quarter. GoPro shares fell 15.2% following the release of disappointing results from the camera maker. Shares in Allergan, which makes Botox, and Pfizer were both suspended after the companies confirmed they were in buyout talks. The tech-focused Nasdaq index fell 21.42 points, or 0.42%, to 5,074.27. The S&P 500 index was barely changed, down 0.94 points at 2,089.41.

Summary: (Close): US stocks ended Thursday slightly lower after official figures showed a sharp slowdown in economic growth.


World number 247 Robson, 22, beat Korea's Su Jeong Jang 6-3 6-2 and will next face Bulgaria's world number 142 Isabella Shinikova. Moore, 24, the world number 171, beat Tereza Mrdeza 6-4 6-1 to set up a meeting with German Antonia Lottner, ranked 13 places higher. Both matches are scheduled for Thursday. There is a third round of qualifying before the tournament starts on 29 August. Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic are the top seeds at Flushing Meadows. Andy Murray is seeded second, with fellow Briton Johanna Konta a career-high 13th.

Summary: Britain's Laura Robson and Tara Moore have reached the second round of qualifying for the US Open.


The 34-year-old former Wigan Warriors back was contracted until the end of next year, but has decided to retire at the end of the current campaign. The Australian-born Ireland international started at Parramatta Eels before switching to West Tigers. He joined Wigan in 2006 and during his eight-season stay he won the Super League and Grand Final twice, as well as the Man of Steel award in 2010. "I'm disappointed to see a so great a player, with so much class on and off the field, hanging up his boots," said Dragons head coach Laurent Frayssinous. "As a team, it's an extra motivation to finish the season as high as possible to offer him the end he deserves." Media playback is not supported on this device

Summary: Catalans Dragons winger Pat Richards will retire at the end of the season.


In 2014, there were 21,600 people visiting the island, dropping from 28,550 the previous year, VisitGuernsey figures show. The number of business visitors staying more than one night was also down, from 40,450 in 2013 to 36,000 in 2014. Leisure day visitors to the island were up by 36% from 29,450 through 2013 to 40,050 in 2014. But Mike Hopkins, director of marketing at VisitGuernsey, said he was delighted with the performance in a challenging climate. He: "It remains a challenging and increasingly competitive climate and to achieve steady growth during the year after a tough 2013, is a huge achievement and testament to the tourism industry." The overall number of people staying in the island went up by 1.3% from 227,800 to 230,700 with a 2.2% increase in bed nights. Guernsey's Chamber of Commerce wanted time to examine the figures before commenting.

Summary: The number of people visiting Guernsey for single-day business trips drops a quarter on 2013 levels.


Peter Toulson, who died on Monday, sold the magazine from a pitch outside a department store in York's Parliament Street. A friend of Mr Toulson started a fundraising page to help his partner Karen pay for his funeral costs. The appeal has now exceeded its £3,000 target just a few days after being launched. John and Julie McGall who established the fundraising site said they wanted to give Mr Toulson "the send off he deserves". A message on the site described Mr Toulson as "a gentle giant". "Always had a smile or friendly banter with both his customers and the general public. "He was a dignified proud man, who for no fault of his own found himself falling upon hard times."

Summary: Donations to an online appeal will help to pay for the funeral of a popular Big Issue seller.


Firefighters had to use breathing apparatus to reach them after the building in Magdala Street filled with smoke. Three other people managed to escape, but one man suffered burns. The fire service, who were called at about 22:30 GMT, said the blaze was caused by a chip pan in the kitchen. It was discovered by a man who had returned to the house and raised the alarm. He suffered burns trying to put the fire out. "Of those who were rescued there was some slight smoke inhalation and the individual who had gone back into the property - who had identified that a fire had occurred - had some slight burns to his hands," fire service group commander Alan O'Neill said. "He was able to get back out of the property and the fire crews were able to get in then and extinguish it."

Summary: A man and a woman have been rescued from the third floor attic of a south Belfast house after a fire on Saturday night.


Miura scored on Sunday for FC Yokohama after 22 minutes, but his side went on to lose 2-1 to FC Gifu in the J-League's second division. He reached the milestone at the age of 49 years, three months and 24 days, breaking his own record from last year. The striker is currently playing in his 31st season of football after signing a contract extension in November. Miura scored 55 goals in 89 appearances for Japan after debuting in 1990 but never appeared at a World Cup. The oldest goalscorer in the J-League's top division is former Japan coach Zico, who scored for the Kashima Antlers aged 41 in 1994.

Summary: Japanese footballer Kazuyoshi Miura has broken his own record as the oldest goalscorer in the Japan league.


The nine-floor building, part of Ipswich Hospital, was hit on Tuesday evening. Just before 19:00 GMT, Hospital chief executive Nick Hulme tweeted that a "massive clap of thunder and lightning has struck the building". A hospital spokesman said patient care had not been affected but the unit's bleeper system was down. Mr Hulme said everything was "safe" but there may be disruption for a while. Hospital co-ordinator Karen Lough said the maternity unit was "fully operational" and the contingency plans had worked. "We are using phones and radio communication to replace our bleeper system, but patient care has not been affected," she said.

Summary: A lightning strike has hit a hospital's maternity unit, causing disruption to its communication systems.


Police said they received reports at 02:05 BST that a Volkswagen struck a pedestrian on the southbound section before a Toyota hit him seconds later. The man was pronounced dead at the scene, near the link to the A580 East Lancashire Road. The drivers of both cars stopped at the scene and have spoken to officers. Police said no arrests have been made and the case was "extremely complex". PC Paul Shore, from Greater Manchester Police, appealed for witnesses, saying: "While we do not yet know the identity of the man who tragically died at the scene, we are ensuring our inquiries are carried out quickly and sensitively in order to inform his family at the earliest opportunity."

Summary: A man has died after he was hit by two cars on the M61 motorway in Salford.


Klay Thompson led a fourth-quarter rally scoring an NBA play-off record 11 three-pointers and a career play-off best 41 points. The winner of Monday's game seven at Oakland will face the LeBron James-led Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA finals. The Cavs beat Toronto Raptors 4-2 in the Eastern Conference. After surrendering a 3-1 series lead, the Thunder must win on a court where the Warriors have lost only twice all season. Thompson said. "We were down almost the whole game. We never gave up and our resilience got us through. We kept our composure. We knew if we didn't get it done we were going home." Steph Curry, named the NBA's most valuable player, also played a key part in the Warriors' victory, adding 29 points - 10 rebounds and nine assists.

Summary: Golden State Warriors beat hosts Oklahoma City Thunder 108-101 to force a decider in the best-of-seven Western Conference final.


The woman was not shot, Washington Metropolitan Police spokesperson Rachel Reid told the BBC, and no injuries have been reported. She was taken into custody and the incident prompted a lockdown at one of the Congress buildings. The incident follows driving attacks last week in London and Brussels. But Capitol Police spokeswoman Eva Malecki said the incident was "criminal in nature with no nexus to terrorism". Local media have identified the woman as Taleah Everett, 20. Her aunt, Bonnie Everett, told NBC News that her niece has bipolar disorder, and may have become frustrated by slow-moving traffic. The incident occurred after officers observed an "erratic and aggressive driver" and tried to pull her car over. The driver made a U-turn, nearly striking several officers in the process. Hearings on Capitol Hill are continuing as normal, and tourists have been allowed to return to the area.

Summary: Police in Washington have fired on a woman in a car after she struck a police vehicle near the US Capitol and tried to run over several officers.


The incident happened at about 22:10 BST in the Hass Park area. The police said a man wearing a hooded top fired two shots at the car. It is believed the man left the area in another car that was parked nearby. Sinn FÃ©in MLA Cathal Ã“ hOisÃn knows the owner of the car and said the attack must be condemned. "There was one shot fired into the driver's door and one into the back of the car which was in a small quiet residential estate "The area is mostly made up of young families and older people, so it's a very worrying development," he said. "I haven't been speaking to the owner himself but I have been talking to his family. Locally, it's not something we're very used to and there's no justification for this type of attack. "

Summary: Police in County Londonderry have appealed for information after shots were fired at an empty parked car in Dungiven.


The facility at Riverside, Haverfordwest, will also house a coffee shop, tourist information office and a gallery. It is part of a Â£3.4m scheme to regenerate the Pembrokeshire town. It has been funded by the Welsh Government, the county council and the Wolfson Foundation charity and is due to open in spring next year. The gallery will exhibit works from the National Library of Wales in Aberystwyth. Its president Rhodri Glyn-Thomas said: "This excellent project will provide the National Library with a state of the art gallery in Pembrokeshire where it can exhibit its unique works of arts and extend a part of its services for the benefit of the people of south west Wales."

Summary: Work has started to transform a former Pembrokeshire indoor market into a library.


Officers received a report that the "remains of an infant" had been found in Broadway, Sheerness, just before 12:50 GMT. A spokesman for the force said: "The age and identity is not currently known and neither is the cause of death." As part of the inquiry, he said officers are also keen to locate the mother of the child to ensure her wellbeing. He added: "Those that do come forward should know that the information will be handled in a sensitive way."

Summary: A young child's remains have been found in a street in Kent, police have said.


The smaller Comair jet could be seen turning violently on its wheels as a shower of sparks fell from the impact point just after 2000 on Monday. The Paris-bound Airbus A380 carried 495 passengers and 25 crew, Air France said. The Comair jet had 62 passengers and four crew. No-one was injured. The flight recorders from both aircraft will be reviewed, investigators said. The aircraft were towed to a nearby hangar for inspection by the Federal Aviation Administration. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said it was investigating the incident. "Preliminary reports indicate that the left wing tip of Air France flight 7 struck the left horizontal stabilizer of Comair flight 293 while the Comair airplane was taxiing to its gate," the NTSB said in a statement. Air France said it would co-operate with the investigation.

Summary: An Air France Airbus has clipped the tail of a commuter plane while taxiing at New York's John F Kennedy Airport.


Tymon opted to cancel his scholarship contract with his hometown club, despite having made 12 appearances last season. He has signed a five-year deal with the Potters. The Championship side will be entitled to a fee due to the England Under-20 international's age and their role in his development. Tymon made his debut for the Tigers in the FA Cup against Bury aged 16. Hull's vice-chairman Ehab Allam told the club website: "The club is naturally disappointed to lose a home-grown product of its academy." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Stoke City have signed 18-year-old defender Josh Tymon after he left relegated Hull City.


Runners, some wearing blue Santa outfits in support of Everton, set off from the waterfront for the 5K race. Organiser BTR Liverpool said it will be a "huge boost" to take the title back from Las Vegas after four years. Final numbers are being counted but Las Vegas' Santa Dash had fewer than 8,000 people on Saturday, BTR Liverpool said. This year's fun run featured the biggest Mini Dash 1K for children aged under 12 with 750 taking part. BTR Race Director Alan Rothwell said: "All our Santa Dashers really got into the spirit of the day, with some very creative costumes. "It is very fitting that we have regained the World Santa Challenge title on our 10th anniversary. "We are absolutely thrilled. We are now not only the UK's biggest festive fun run - but now also the world's."

Summary: About 8,500 people donned Santa suits at Liverpool's 10th annual Santa Dash - attempting to win the World Santa Challenge for having the most runners.


Chief operating officer Don Thompson will take over in June, becoming the first African-American to run McDonald's. Mr Thompson has been at the firm for 22 years, most recently running its global operations, which span 119 countries. Mr Skinner has been there 41 years, including nearly eight years as chief executive. While he has been at the helm, McDonald's has been the best performing share on the Dow Jones Industrial Average. "Jim's stellar leadership has driven unprecedented momentum at McDonald's," said Andy McKenna, chairman of the company's board of directors, in a statement on Wednesday. "Total shareholder return was 21% during Jim's tenure as CEO, and market capitalisation surpassed $100bn for the first time in the company's history," he added.

Summary: Shares in McDonald's are down 0.5% after the company said its chief executive, Jim Skinner, was retiring.


It is a repeat of the 2015 final in which Reid and Hewett both won their singles rubbers to lift the trophy for the first time for Britain. Hewett beat former world number three Tadeusz Kruszelnicki 6-0 6-3, with Reid defeating Kamil Fabisiak 6-0 6-1. Find out how to get into disability sport with our special guide. Neither of the Britons has yet been beaten in the tournament. They progressed to their semi-final meeting with Poland via 3-0 victories over China, Italy and Austria. "Getting to the final and winning every match gives us a lot of confidence," said Reid. "We expect a much tougher challenge tomorrow but we are ready to step up our level and do our best to achieve what we came here for - to win the title."

Summary: Great Britain will play top seeds France in Saturday's World Team Cup final after Gordon Reid and Alfie Hewett beat Poland 2-0 in Sardinia.


The 29-year-old was reported by umpires Ian Gould and Marais Erasmus after his side's win over England in their fourth one-day international on Saturday. Senanayake can play in the deciding ODI at Edgbaston on Tuesday but has to undergo an ICC test within 21 days. There were "concerns over a number of deliveries", said the ICC. "Senanayake's bowling action will now be scrutinised further under the ICC process relating to bowlers reported in Tests, ODIs and T20s," read an ICC statement. "The off-spinner is required to undergo testing within 21 days, and, during this period, he is permitted to continue bowling in international cricket until the results of the testing are known." The ODI series stands at 2-2 and Senanayake has taken eight wickets in the four games so far this summer.

Summary: Sri Lanka off-spinner Sachithra Senanayake has been reported to the International Cricket Council over a suspected illegal bowling action.


The 20-year-old will be reunited with former team-mates Gary Taylor-Fletcher and fellow summer recruits Steven Hewitt and Luke Wall. Midfielder Shaw spent part of last season on loan at Bangor. "We are delighted with the signing of Brayden. He has experience of the WPL following his spell with the club last season," boss Kevin Nicholson said. "We are excited about working with him in the upcoming season and expect him to positively impact our team." Shaw extended his contract with Stanley earlier this summer and joins the Citizens for an undisclosed fee. Find out how to get into football with our special guide.

Summary: Welsh Premier League side Bangor City have broken their transfer record to sign Brayden Shaw from Accrington.


Back then, the Pharaohs were tenth after winning Africa Cup of Nations crowns in 2006, 2008 and 2010. They returned to the top of the African rankings last month, for the first time in six years, after finishing runners-up at this year's Nations Cup. Burkina Faso, who finished third at the Nations Cup, have moved up to 36th, the best ranking in their history. Africa's top 10 in Fifa's rankings for March (last month's rankings in brackets): 1 (1) Egypt 2 (2) Senegal 3 (3) Cameroon 4 (6) Burkina Faso 5 (4) Tunisia 6 (5) DR Congo 7 (7) Nigeria 8 (8) Ghana 9 (9) Ivory Coast 10 (10) Morocco

Summary: Egypt have moved into the Top 20 of the Fifa world rankings for the first time since January 2011.


Coins were thrown at officers and a number of taxi drivers were reported to have been intimidated during the trouble, Surrey Police said. Police and dog units were sent to the scene in Chertsey Road after being called at about 03:00 GMT. Those arrested were held on suspicion of public order offences. Supt Clinton Blackburn said: "A number of officers and dog units were deployed to the scene in order to disperse the group from Woking town centre with the support of the NPAS helicopter. "Officers quickly took a grip of the situation and worked hard to bring it under control effectively and safely, under challenging circumstances, which included having coins thrown at them, and by 4am the area had returned to normal." People with any information about the fight, including footage of it on mobile phones, have been asked to contact officers.

Summary: Four people have been arrested after a fight involving as many as 100 people broke out during the early hours of Christmas Day in Woking.


The research at the University of Abertay in Dundee aims to show how humans express themselves romantically. Participants will take part in an online questionnaire examining three forms of romantic expression. They are mouth-to-mouth kissing, when people decide to say "I love you", and the general emotions experienced by those in a committed relationship. The survey is being led by Christopher Watkins, a psychology lecturer investigating human mate choices and romantic attraction. Mr Watkins said: "This area of science is still relatively new. "Anyone 18 years or older can take part in the study, regardless of whether they are currently in a relationship. "This work will provide insight into factors that are important to well-being in close relationships."

Summary: Psychologists have launched a global study to investigate the importance of kissing in relationships.


The weather vane, which was given to the MCC in 1926 by the architect of the Lord's Grand Stand, Sir Herbert Baker, has been bent to a 90-degree angle from its original position. Specialists are working to repair the damage as soon as possible. This is the second time Father Time has fallen foul of the elements after it was struck by lightning in 1992. It was also damaged during World War II, when it was wrenched from its original perch after becoming entangled in the steel cable of a barrage balloon before being re-attached to the top of the Grand Stand. It was moved to its current location at the top of the Mound Stand in 1996. Following the incident, the Lord's Twitter account tweeted: "I was felled by high winds last night! Ouch!"

Summary: Lord's cricket ground's famous Father Time weather vane has been damaged by high winds in London.


Jeffrey Davies, 44, of Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff, is alleged to have committed the offences in 2002 and 2003. He was a detective constable at that time, but is no longer in the force. Mr Davies did not enter a plea at Cardiff Magistrates' Court on Monday and will appear at the city's crown court on 7 December. An investigation was carried out by South Wales Police, managed by the Independent Police Complaints Commission. Mr Davies was released on bail.

Summary: A former South Wales Police officer has appeared in court charged with two counts of rape.


Having confirmed her passage to the Olympics, Jenkins is skipping the event in Leeds as part of her preparation. Husband and trainer Marc Jenkins confirmed she will instead run in Stockholm or Hamburg ahead of Rio. "We have gone with the correct decision," he told BBC Wales Sport. Jenkins has no injury concerns, with her husband saying that skipping Leeds is a tactical consideration and that she might not race again until the main event this summer. "Helen is planning on racing Stockholm and or Hamburg," he added. "These fit much better in to the time scale we have and preparation for Rio. "That said, Helen doesn't necessarily need to race between now and then if things don't go 100% as we would like." Sign up to My Sport to follow triathlon news and reports on the BBC app.

Summary: Rio-bound triathlete Helen Jenkins will not go head-to-head with compatriot Non Stanford and teammate Vicky Holland at the Leeds ITU World Triathlon event on 11 June.


Officers said the man, who has not been named, was crossing Glassford Street, at its junction with Ingram St, at about 21:15 on Monday when he was struck by a First Bus. He was taken to Glasgow Royal Infirmary suffering from a serious head injuries and a fractured hip. He has since been transferred to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Medical staff described his condition as critical but stable. Neither the bus driver or any of the passengers were injured as a result. Glassford Street was closed for five hours for inquiries. Police said they did not have an age for the man.

Summary: A pensioner is in a critical condition in hospital after being struck by a bus in Glasgow, police have said.


Paul Hawkins hopes the sensor will replicate the capabilities of the 'snickometer' used in international cricket as part of the Decision Review System at an affordable cost. The device - the size of a small coin - can be fixed to a bat and linked to an app on the umpire's smartphone. It could also adjudicate LBW appeals. It would show where the ball had pitched and whether it would have hit the stumps. Hawkins, a former county player, told The Times the device was designed to stop batsmen standing their ground in club matches when they have hit the ball. "More and more batsmen try and get away with not walking," he said. "But we experimented in the nets and found that even the smallest edge is detected."

Summary: The inventor of the ball-tracking system Hawk-Eye has developed a device to detect edges for use in club cricket.


The details were revealed in a response by the local authority to a Freedom of Information request. Storms Desmond, Eva, Frank and Gertrude all caused major issues in the area, as did poor weather on 27 January. Previous estimates put the costs at above £3.5m but that figure has now risen by another £2m at least. The figure includes £3.5m in revenue and £900,000 in capital repairs to roads, bridges and embankments. In addition, £1,500 flat-rate compensation payments, underwritten by the Scottish government, have been made to 165 householders and 117 businesses at a cost of £422,500. Further discretionary payments to 51 flood-affected homes and 126 businesses have totalled £817,000 while £114,000 has been disbursed in "loss of trade" payments to businesses. The final tally of the costs will not be known until next month.

Summary: The latest estimate of the repairs cost of severe flooding in the Scottish Borders over the winter has put the figure at above £5.5m.


The 16-year-old said she was "so excited" to be performing at the ceremony on 20 January. She finished second on the TV talent show in 2010. Boris Epshteyn, director of communications for the Presidential Inaugural Committee, said she was "an inspiration for all Americans". Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli and rapper Kanye West have also been rumoured. West met the president-elect at Trump Tower in New York on Tuesday, but there has been no confirmation on whether the pair discussed the inauguration. Follow us on Facebook, on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts, or on Instagram at bbcnewsents. If you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk.

Summary: America's Got Talent runner-up Jackie Evancho will sing the national anthem at Donald Trump's inauguration.


Linsey Cotton, 33, was jailed for three years in October after admitting fraud and threatening Margaret and Nicola McDonough. The women died in hospital after being found seriously injured in a hotel in Greenock in May 2013. Police said they were investigating the death of a prisoner at HMP Saughton. Paisley Sheriff Court heard that Cotton tricked Michael McDonough, 33, out of Â£5,000 and then tried to extort Â£5,500 from his mother Margaret, 53, and her daughter Nicola, 23, from Paisley. She told the women they faced 20 years in jail for breaching a non-existent confidentiality clause. A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "Police in Edinburgh are investigating after the death of a 33-year-old woman prisoner from HMP Saughton on Sunday morning. "A report will be sent to the procurator fiscal." Fatal accident inquiries are routinely held for deaths in custody.

Summary: A woman jailed after trying to extort money from a mother and daughter who died in an apparent suicide pact has died after collapsing in prison.


Daphne Williams, 78, from Hanmer in Wrexham, died two weeks after being admitted to hospital in September 2016 for surgery on a fractured femur. John Gittins, North Wales East and Central coroner, told the Ruthin hearing he accepted the delay had not contributed to her death. But he added he would prepare a Prevention of Future Deaths report. "I am fully aware of the huge body of work that is being carried out regarding delays in admission and allocation of resources," he said. "There is a clear willingness to try to make things better and it's clear that with all the efforts being made some answers will come to light which will alleviate some of the difficulties." But he added that the delay Mrs Williams encountered was "not acceptable".

Summary: The death of a woman who waited six hours for an ambulance after a fall was accidental, an inquest has concluded.


The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland has placed male bear Arktos in an enclosure next to female Victoria's at its Highland Wildlife Park. The society said Victoria was showing signs she might be ready to breed, but it would not be until later this month before the pair shared an enclosure. Polar bear cubs were last born in the UK almost 25 years ago. Arktos is one of two male bears at the park at Kincraig, near Aviemore. He was deemed to be more suited genetically than younger male bear Walker for the breeding attempt.

Summary: Polar bears involved in a Scottish captive breeding project have come face to face for the first time.


Prime ministerial spokesman Janos Lazar said "increasingly aggressive" migrants had prompted the move. Hungary's right-wing populist government has been criticised by the UN and Serbia for radical steps such as building a fence along the border. But it says the EU's failure to act on migration is the real problem. Hungary's southern border marks the edge of the EU's Schengen zone of passport-free travel and is thus a target for migrants seeking to enter the EU. Hungary has registered more than 100,000 asylum seekers this year - compared with 43,000 in the whole of 2014. Several thousand police will now "defend" the 3.5m (11.5ft) fence being built along Hungary's 175km (109-mile) border with Serbia, Mr Lazar told reporters. Hungary is also planning to toughen the penal code to make illegal border crossings and damaging the border fence punishable by up to four years in jail.

Summary: Hungary says it will send thousands of police officers to its southern border with Serbia in its latest step to stem the flow of migrants.


Police said the baby's body was found in the early hours, by staff working at Valley Road in Bradford. Officers, who are investigating the identity of the girl, have "serious concerns" for the welfare for her mother. A post-mortem examination is expected to take place to determine how the baby girl died. A West Yorkshire Police spokesman said: "Emergency services attended and it was confirmed the baby girl was already deceased. "An investigation is under way to identify the child and the circumstances surrounding the discovery of her body. "We have serious concerns for the health and welfare of the mother and ask her or anyone who may have information to contact the police as soon as possible."

Summary: The body of a newborn girl has been found among rubbish on a waste management site in West Yorkshire.


Four men from Derby, a man from Burton upon Trent and a woman from London were arrested on suspicion of offences under the Terrorism Act on Monday. The North East Counter Terrorism Unit was later granted more time to question the six people. A further extension means the suspects can now be held until Boxing Day. The four men from Derby are aged 22, 27, 35 and 36. The suspect from Burton upon Trent is aged 27 and the woman from London is 32. Six properties were searched as part of Monday's operation, which was regarded as "significant" and the result of an ongoing investigation, the BBC understands. Sources said the investigation was into a group believed to be working towards an attack, although a strike was not thought to be imminent.

Summary: Detectives have been given a further extension to the amount of time they are allowed to hold and question six terrorism suspects.


The 36-year-old, who has not yet been identified, died after an attack on Arden Street at about 16:15 BST on Monday, Warwickshire Police said. A post mortem examination is expected to take place in the coming days. Four people aged 39, 41, 26 and 37, who are from the Stratford and Wellesbourne areas, have been arrested on suspicion of murder. The two men and two women are currently being questioned by officers. A fifth person, a 36-year-old man from Stratford-upon-Avon, has been arrested on suspicion of assault. Arden Street remains closed at the roundabout on Guild Street/Birmingham Road while police carry out inquiries.

Summary: A murder inquiry has begun after a man died in an assault on a street in Stratford-upon-Avon.


The Onchan rider, 26, will represent Team Sky at the inaugural Manx International Cycling Grand Prix. Co-director Richard Fletcher said it was "fantastic" to have the two-time national champion in a field which also includes Ben Swift and Ed Clancy. The race will take place around the Isle of Man TT course. Last year Kennaugh broke Chris Boardman's 22-year-old record for cycling a lap of the course. Fletcher confirmed more than 140 elite riders will compete in the event designed to showcase the island ahead of a second bid to host the British Cycling National Road Championships. The event, which starts in front of the TT grandstand at 13:25 BST on Sunday, will include both men's and women's races. The three-lap men's race (113 miles) and two-lap women's race (75.5 miles) will form part of the British Cycling National Elite Road Race Series.

Summary: National road race champion Peter Kennaugh will compete in the first professional cycling event on the Isle of Man since 2003.


Mike King was Jersey's Chief Officer of Economic Development, Tourism, Sport and Culture. In March 2016 he flew business class to South Africa with another civil servant, Wayne Gallichan. He later "unreservedly" apologised. Mr King will leave "with immediate effect" and get pay in lieu of his six months notice. The States described the resignation as one of "mutual agreement". Economic Development minister, Senator Lyndon Farnham said: "I would like to thank Mike for all that he has done since joining in 2005. "Especially for the work he has undertaken in the creation of the new department during my term of office. I wish him well for the future."

Summary: A senior civil servant who was named in a row over £13,000 flights to South Africa for a conference, has resigned.


Ian Lycett, a wildlife lover from Wolverhampton, is estate warden on the Calf of Man - a tiny and rugged island off the Isle of Man in the Irish sea. Along with a ornithology warden the island has a population of two. In severe weather the bird observatory can be cut off for weeks at a time with supplies needing to be delivered by boat and when tides allow. The film aims to provide an immersive insight into his life on the island as his nine month job as estate warden draws to a close.

Summary: This man has one of the most remote jobs in the British Isles.


The Spireites also added Manchester City striker David Faupala, 19, and Preston midfielder Liam Grimshaw, 21, for the rest of the season. Brown, 20, has played 21 games for Blues, while full-back Kakay, 19, made one appearance for Rangers this season. Faupala scored on his City debut, while Grimshaw has played six Preston games. New Spireites boss Gary Caldwell said Brown was "highly recommended" by former Blues manager Gary Rowett. "Reece is a very talented footballer who has impressed me when I've watched him," told the club website. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: Chesterfield have signed Birmingham City's England Under-20 midfielder Reece Brown and QPR defender Osman Kakay on loan until 30 April.


The camera has gone into operation at the Blackhall Place-Benburb Street junction on the Luas red line. Motorists breaking a red light will automatically receive three penalty points and a fine of up to 120 euros (Â£88). Penalty points will increase to five if there is a court conviction. The first such system in Ireland has been introduced in response to the large number of collisions between road vehicles and trams at the junction. Since the Luas went into operation in 2004 there have been 338 collisions between trams and vehicles and 95% have occurred on the red line, which serves Saggart and Tallaght to the city centre. One of the worst junctions for collisions was identified as the Blackhall Place-Benburb Street junction in Dublin 7. It is understood the system could be rolled out to other junctions.

Summary: An automated camera system targeting motorists who break traffic lights has been introduced at one of the busiest junctions on Dublin's tram line.


The Health Products Regulatory Authority said that an issue had been identified by the manufacturer of the drugs using a test product. However, it emphasised that the test product was not a medicine and that it had not been given to patients. RTÃ‰ reports that the authority said the contaminant was only found in a single unit of the product and that this did not necessarily mean that the medicine itself had been affected. In a statement, the Health Service Executive said patients had been contacted by their hospital and offered an appointment as soon as possible. None of the medicines have been supplied to Northern Ireland.

Summary: A number of chemotherapy medicines have been recalled in the Republic of Ireland as a precautionary measure.


PC Simon Reynolds assaulted a 27-year-old man after the victim was arrested in Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, in the early hours of 22 November, 2014. He was found guilty of common assault after an investigation by the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC). Reynolds, 38, was sentenced at Swansea Magistrates' Court on Monday. The inquiry into Reynolds' conduct came after a referral to the police watchdog by Dyfed-Powys Police in December 2014. It related to the assault of a man arrested outside Bar Luna in the town centre. He was taken to hospital for treatment to a cut on his forehead after the incident, the IPCC said. As well as the sentence, suspended for one year, Reynolds was ordered to pay Â£500 in prosecution costs, Â£250 in compensation and an Â£80 victim surcharge. The watchdog said its report into the conduct of Reynolds and another officer had been passed to Dyfed-Powys Police.

Summary: A Dyfed-Powys Police officer has been handed an eight-week suspended sentence for assaulting a man.


Professor McAllister, a former chair of Sport Wales, had been put forward by the Football Association of Wales for next week's vote. But she has had to withdraw after it became apparent Fifa's rules do not allow a British candidate. Evelina Christillin was the only other candidate seeking election. Christillin of Italy is expected to be voted through when the election is held at Uefa's extraordinary congress in Athens. McAllister has been prevented from taking part in the election by a regulation dating back 80 years. England's David Gill, the former Manchester United chief executive, is a Fifa vice-president which means meaning no other British person can apply according to the world governing body's rules.

Summary: Former Wales women's captain Laura McAllister's bid to become first European female on Fifa's ruling council has been blocked.


Emergency services were called to the property in the Cyncoed area of the city just after 09:30 BST on Thursday. Council workers are assessing the house to see if it is safe for the BMW 4x4 to be removed, while the owners of the property have been evacuated. An ambulance service spokesman said a man was given a precautionary check-up at the scene but did not require hospital treatment. The occupants of the house have been evacuated while building inspectors from the council survey the house for damage.

Summary: A car has gone through a garden wall and into a house in Cardiff.


The 26-year-old left six months into a two-year contract with the Bulgarian top-flight outfit signed in the summer. Diaby arrives as 31-year-old Nade moved on to Championship club Dumbarton. Accies' new signing began his career with Real Sociedad before spells with French clubs Chateauroux, Genets Anglet and Agde. Diaby moved to Kosice in Slovakia in 2012 and made 11 appearances, scoring once, after joining Levski. Nade, the former Troyes, Sheffield United and Hearts striker who joined Accies in the summer after exiting Raith Rovers, made 18 appearances for the Scottish Premiership outfit, scoring three times. Meanwhile, 19-year-old Accies full-back Scott McMann has joined League Two outfit Clyde on loan until the end of the season.

Summary: Hamilton Academical have signed Oumar Diaby as a replacement for fellow French striker Christian Nade after cutting short his deal at Levski Sofia.


The attack took place in a communal stairway within the flats in George Street on Friday. A 29-year-old man was taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary with serious injuries but has since been released. Police have appealed to anyone who saw three men in the area around the time of the attack to come forward with information. Det Insp Norman Stevenson said: "Our inquiries into this incident are continuing and I would urge anyone who was in the George Street area, near Charles Street, or the West North Street area and saw three men around the time of the incident to come forward." The man who has been arrested is expected to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Monday.

Summary: A 33-year-old man has been charged following a serious assault in a block of flats in Aberdeen.


Zack Davies, from Mold, was arrested at the store and will appear at Wrexham Magistrates' Court later. North Wales Police said the attack in Mold had left a 24-year-old man from Yorkshire with life-changing injuries. Det Ch Insp Alun Oldfield said the victim and his family were being supported by specialist family liaison officers. He said: "We are encouraged by the large number of witnesses who have so far come forward to help us build a complete picture of what took place. However, if others can also assist I'd ask they contact police." The incident happened on Wednesday. The supermarket and its petrol station reopened the following morning. Police say they are treating the incident as racially motivated.

Summary: A 25-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder over an attack at a Tesco supermarket in Mold, Flintshire.


Simon Brown, 45, was reported missing at 17:00 yesterday after he failed to return to HMP Castle Huntly near Dundee. He is described as being 5ft 11in tall, bald, of slight build and has brown eyes. He walks with a stoop and a limp. Brown was last seen in the King Street area of Dundee wearing a black jacket and trousers and a white T-shirt. He was also carrying a black and grey holdall with a white Puma emblem. Police Scotland said Brown should not be approached and have urged the public to contact them with any information.

Summary: Police are appealing for information on a prisoner who is missing following a period of home release.


Westbound traffic has been diverted via the A48 Southern Distributor Road between M4 junctions 24 and 28. The westbound carriageway, between Junction 25a and Junction 26 of the M4, will reopen at 06:00 BST on Monday. Motorists have been warned there is "stop-start traffic" on M4 Westbound between the Coldra (junction 24) and Caerleon (junction 25). Inrix traffic sensors are also showing slow traffic on the A48 Southern Distributor Road to the south of Newport. Both tunnels will be closed during the night occasionally as engineers upgrade the mechanical and electrical systems. Scheduled weekend closures for the Brynglas Tunnels on the M4: Westbound: Eastbound:

Summary: The westbound side of the M4's Brynglas Tunnels at Newport is closed on Sunday as its 18-month upgrade continues.


The Right Reverend Robert Paterson, 67, has served the Diocese of Sodor and Man since 2008, as well as holding a seat on the island's Legislative Council. He told Manx Radio his decision to retire on 11 November was motivated "purely by age". Sodor and Man is the smallest diocese in the Church of England, overseeing 45 churches and 27 parishes. Before moving to the Isle of Man, he was a parish priest in Wales and chaplain to the Archbishop of York, John Sentamu.

Summary: The Bishop of Sodor and Man says he will retire later this year.


Dodd, 50, went into the final day nine under par with a two-shot lead on Price and carded a level par 71 in the final round at Golf Club Udine. The three-time European Tour winner only made his Senior Tour debut at the Senior Open Championship in July. "It's nice to get a win so early in my career on the Senior Tour. It's a big confidence boost for me," Dodd said. Find out how to get into golf with our special guide. We've launched a new BBC Sport newsletter, bringing all the best stories, features and video right to your inbox. You can sign up here.

Summary: Welshman Stephen Dodd has won the 2016 Senior Italian Open by one shot from his countryman Phillip Price.


Plans for Skinningrove and Darlington are aimed at cutting costs and improving competitiveness, it said. Peter Gate, managing director for special profiles - a steel shape with a specific cross section and composition - said the firm was "striving to become a global leader" in the product. But it needed to be "more flexible and more efficient" to do so, he said. This sector of the company was now making a profit but it "must become even more competitive" if the firm was to grow and win more orders, he said. The Community union said it had received assurances there would be no compulsory redundancies. Union national officer Steve McCool said it would "make sure this principle is upheld". India's Tata Steel sold the sites last year, along with the Scunthorpe steelworks, to UK investment fund Greybull, which revived the British Steel name.

Summary: Up to 70 jobs at two British Steel sites in the north-east of England could be lost, the company has warned.


The man, who was wearing a black motorcycle helmet, walked into Genting Casino, Luton, at about 01:20 GMT on 10 March. He threatened a member of staff and ordered them to hand over a large amount of money. Det Con Rachel Lydon said: "This was a terrifying ordeal for the member of staff who was in genuine fear for their life." The man put the undisclosed amount of money into a black rucksack which had white flecks of paint on it before escaping on a motorbike. Bedfordshire Police said he was "slim" and was wearing dark clothing and black gloves with thick orange stripes across the knuckles.

Summary: CCTV images have been released showing a man with a gun robbing a casino.


The Northern Irishman sank eight birdies to improve his score to seven under, level with world number one Jason Day (71) and five off the lead. World number two Jordan Spieth is one further back after a four-under 68. Fellow Americans Brendan Steele and Matt Kuchar are tied for first as overnight leader Dustin Johnson in nine under after a one-under-par 71. Luke Donald made the cut despite hitting a 73 to drop back to four under at Muirfield Village and Scotland's Russell Knox will also play the weekend action after reaching halfway at two under par but Paul Casey is heading home after a five-over 77 left him three over par.

Summary: Rory McIlroy shot a six-under-par 66 to move into contention after two rounds of the Memorial Tournament in Ohio.


An investigation into the signs, found across Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, following the vote to leave the EU, has failed to find the culprit. The cards' discovery sparked a social media backlash, including a campaign launched by a man from the town. In a statement, Cambridgeshire Police said: "All inquiries that could be done were completed." An 11-year-old Polish boy was among those to find one of the laminated notices - which bore poor Polish translations - posted at his home. Kathleen Gaynor uploaded a photo of a card, which also said "Leave the EU", on a community Facebook page in June after she said her mother found it held down with a stone on the doorstep of her town centre home. She believed it was intended for her Polish neighbours. At the time of the offences, the force said it had interviewed witnesses as part of its investigation.

Summary: The identity of who left cards by homes and schools saying "no more Polish vermin" remains unknown, police say.


Some fans of both clubs sang songs related to tragedies involving the other side in the 1-1 second-leg draw at Old Trafford on 17 March, with Liverpool winning the tie 3-1. Uefa has already charged both clubs for crowd trouble, and Liverpool for illicit chants - reportedly critical of Manchester, rather than referring to the Munich air crash. Europe's governing body was then made aware of the allegations of chanting about that disaster and the Hillsborough tragedy - and is expected to make a decision on possible new charges next week. In 1958, eight Manchester United footballers were among 23 people who died after their plane caught fire and crashed in Munich. The Hillsborough tragedy saw 96 Liverpool fans crushed to death at an FA Cup semi-final tie with Nottingham Forest in 1989. The initial charges will be heard on 19 May.

Summary: Manchester United and Liverpool are expected to discover next week if they will face more charges for illicit chanting at their Europa League tie.


Live experiments with video assistant referees are set to begin by the 2017-18 season after being voted in by the game's law maker, the International Football Association Board (IFAB). "We will definitely offer it," said Glenn, when asked whether England games could be a testing ground. England and Scotland are among 13 countries offering to help testing. "It would be a Uefa decision," added Glenn. "The whole point of doing it is to avoid there being bad decisions made, so it would have to be at the top end because only at the top end will you have camera systems to make it work. "The limiting factor is it can only work properly if there are a lot of cameras." Glenn added that he would also like to trial the technology in FA Cup ties but has already raised the issue of cost and feasibility with IFAB.

Summary: The Football Association is open to trialling video technology in England games, says FA chief Martin Glenn.


The reasons why were unclear but last November he ended a tour early. He had accused fellow rapper Jay-Z of trying to kill him and walked off stage after announcing he would vote for Donald Trump. His wife, reality TV star Kim Kardashian, remains on Twitter and has 51m followers. She has been promoting her and her husband's children's clothing line. Shortly after West's accounts were deactivated, she tweeted that he had hand drawn a logo for the clothing line. Fans responded by pleading with her to persuade her husband to return. West had already adopted a quieter approach to social media earlier this year and reportedly deleted some of his previous pro-Trump tweets. His breakdown also came after his wife was robbed of jewellery worth an estimated €10m (£8.7m; $10.5m) in Paris last October.

Summary: US rap star Kanye West appears to have deleted his Twitter and Instagram social media accounts, which had tens of millions of followers.


The 53-year-old is believed to have hit a tree while on a blue ski run in the resort of La Plagne, in the French Alps, on Monday morning. French media say mountain rescue service personnel attended but the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. A spokesman from the UK Foreign Office said: "We are supporting the family of a British national who has sadly died in Macot-La-Plagne". He added officials remain in contact with the French authorities, who are investigating the incident.

Summary: A British woman has died in France, reportedly in a skiing accident.


Two men have been arrested following the stabbing just before 14:00 BST at Westfield Shopping Centre in White City. An initial hospital assessment suggests that the victim's injuries are not life threatening. The mall was partly cordoned off following the incident, which is not terror related, police confirmed. Alessandro Mascellino, who works for Nomination Italy jewellery store, saw a group of policemen run past. "I didn't see the attacker," he said. "I was then told to stay outside and they shut the doors. I asked a policeman if my friends inside would be OK and they told me there was no risk whatsoever, it was just closed as it's a crime scene. "I've worked here for three years and I have never seen so many police here. They're continuing to shut down sections of the mall." Anyone with information was asked to contact Hammersmith and Fulham police.

Summary: A man in his 20s has been stabbed in a shopping centre in west London.


The hut, on the coast at Felixstowe, was bought by Joy Reeve for when her grandchildren come to visit. Mrs Reeve, who paid Â£6,000 for her "little piece of heaven" eight years ago, launched her fundraising coffee shop in November 2015. She said: "I think it's the feeling of community and love of the hut that's helped us win the competition." Grandma's Little House, which was named by Mrs Reeve's grandson, was described by the judges of British Beach Hut of the Year as a "very worthy winner". Property guru Phil Spencer, part of the judging panel, said it was a "fantastic beach hut and is a real escape from life". Mrs Reeve said she wanted to own a beach hut as she'd enjoyed spending time in her parents' one when she was young. She said she raised money for Cancer Research UK by selling drinks and snacks.

Summary: A beach hut which doubles up as a "pop-up" cafe in the winter months has been judged the best in the country.


Ricardo Hunter, 34 from Coulsdon in south London, was found dead at the private event in Church Lane, Headley, near Epsom, on 25 July. A woman was also shot in the leg and a man suffered minor should injuries. Surrey Police offered the reward saying some of the 300 people who attended the party had yet to speak to officers investigating Mr Hunter's death. A post-mortem examination showed Mr Hunter had died from a single gunshot wound. Most of party-goers were from the London area, Surrey Police said. A 27-year-old man from London, arrested on suspicion of murder, attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon, has been released on bail until 7 February.

Summary: A £10,000 reward has been offered for information after a man was shot dead at a pool party.


Adam Hird, 30, from Epping, died from asphyxia at the entrance of the No.65 bar in Vauxhall in south London on 15 June 2014. Mark Pantallaresco, 51, Sebastiano Ragusa, 31, and Lewis Thorne, 22, were all cleared of manslaughter by gross negligence at the Old Bailey. The three doormen had all denied the charges against them. Mr Pantallaresco, from Tadworth, Surrey, Mr Ragusa, from Lewisham, south London, and Mr Thorne, from Wickford, Essex, were accused of pinning Mr Hird down for "an extremely dangerous" amount of time. Prosecutor Duncan Atkinson QC told jurors the men had only released Mr Hird after he realised he was unconscious. Mr Hird had battled with depression for many years and had been at a social event for fellow patients at the nearby Riverside restaurant. The 30-year-old was taken to hospital after he passed out but he later died.

Summary: Three club doormen have been cleared of killing a man when they restrained him outside the nightclub.


The legislation aims to deal with the hundreds of drivers said to be misusing blue badges, by giving councils powers to confiscate and cancel them. The Disabled Persons' Parking Badges Bill was brought forward by SNP MSP Dennis Robertson, who is blind. He said abuse of the system was a growing problem and had become "unacceptable". There are 245,000 legitimate blue badge holders in Scotland, and Holyrood's local government committee said misuse of the blue badge scheme was having a "major impact" on the lives of people who rely on disabled parking spaces. In addition, research by agency Transport Scotland said 83% of legitimate badge holders had encountered misuse. Misuse of a blue badge is already an offence, but enforcement powers currently lie with the police. The legislation will come into force next year.

Summary: New laws to crack down on drivers who abuse disabled parking have been passed by the Scottish Parliament.


However, the company said it will not sell its popular smartphones and will instead offer lesser-known products such as headphones. Xiaomi cited logistical issues like hardware certification as a reason why it wasn't yet ready to bring handsets to the US. It said it hoped to instead build brand awareness with the Mi.com store. Xiaomi has enjoyed a meteoric rise in China, where it has been hailed as the country's Apple for its popular smartphones which it sells at a fraction of the cost of an iPhone. It's the world's most valuable privately held company, and its third biggest smartphone maker, selling 61 million handsets last year.

Summary: Chinese smartphone maker Xiaomi has announced that it will open an online store for US customers.


The 30-year-old, who has also featured at open-side flanker this season, has made 73 appearances for the club since joining from Cornish Pirates in 2012. "Some of the performances he has put in at open-side for us this year show what a brilliant athlete he is," said director of rugby Conor O'Shea. "He is a bundle of energy and his best years are still to come." Harlequins have not disclosed the length of Ward's new contract at the Twickenham Stoop. Ward is the latest player to sign a new deal with Quins, with Nick Evans, Adam Jones, Charlie Matthews and Sam Twomey also all extending their contracts in recent weeks.

Summary: Harlequins hooker Dave Ward has signed a new contract with the Premiership club.


Steven Chadwick, 30, was found in Carslake Road, Harpurhey, at about 23:20 BST on Monday. He was taken to hospital but died on Friday. A post-mortem examination is due to take place to establish the cause of death. A 30-year-old man from Manchester, charged with attempted murder, has been remanded to appear at crown court on 29 September. Paying tribute, the victim's family said he was "our wonderful boy". "We will miss him with all our heart and he will never be forgotten by all that knew and loved him."

Summary: A man has died after being stabbed in the stomach in Manchester, police say.


Almost 93,000 children were taking part in supervised tooth brushing at home through the Designed to Smile programme, 5,500 more than in 2013. Latest figures from 2012 show 41.4% of five year olds in Wales suffering from tooth decay, down from 47.6% in 2008. Chief dental officer David Thomas welcomed the "encouraging progress". The scheme offers tooth brushing and fluoride varnish programmes for children up to the age of six through their schools and nurseries, with treatment and advice for older children who need it. Health Minister Mark Drakeford said children and young people were "seeing the benefits" of the programme.

Summary: Fewer children have rotten teeth, according to the latest report on a dental drive through schools in disadvantaged areas.


Emergency services sealed off the scene at Howgate Street and nearby Galloway Street was also closed. Local residents were urged to remain indoors and keep their windows closed. There were no reports of any injuries as a result of the incident. A spokesman for the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said the alarm had been raised at about 03:45 on Monday. He added: "Crews were faced with a well-developed fire on arrival and they used high pressure hose reels, main jets and a water tower to tackle the blaze in the one storey commercial premises. "The fire had also spread to an adjacent building. "Firefighters also had to cool acetylene cylinders which were at the premises and they are continuing damping down operations at this time." Police said that due to the scale of the fire a joint investigation into the cause would be carried out in due course.

Summary: More than 30 firefighters have tackled a blaze in a commercial garage in the centre of Dumfries.


A lawyer for the ombudsman made the comment during an inquest review hearing into the murder of Craig McCausland in north Belfast in 2005. Mr McCausland, 20, was shot dead by the UVF in July 2005. The lawyer told the court the ombudsman's office was "significantly underfunded and under resourced". He added that the office had provided the Department of Justice with a business plan to deal with these four cases in November 2014. The review hearing heard that Mr McCausland's case is to be linked to the murders of Jackie Coulter, Bobby Mahood and Bobby Moffat. Mr McCausland was the second member of his family to have been murdered by loyalists. The killing was blamed by police on tensions within loyalism.

Summary: The Police Ombudsman's office has said it needs a dedicated team to deal with four murders by the loyalist Ulster Volunteer Force (UVF).


The crash happened on Monday morning on an icy road in North China's province of Shanxi. An additional 37 people were injured when the vehicles collided during snowy and rainy weather on the Beijing-Kunming expressway. Images from the scene showed lorries that had been completely crushed by the impact. One truck was thrown through the air, landing on the vehicles in front of it, while others dangled off the side of the road, above a sharp drop to the ground below. Cranes were brought to the scene as rescuers tried to work through the wreckage. State media has since reported that all the injured are in a stable condition. The World Health Organization estimates that more than 250,000 people die in traffic accidents every year across China, though official government statistics report a far lower number.

Summary: A motorway pile-up involving 56 vehicles has killed 17 people in China, according to Chinese state media.


Pieces believed to date from between 1500 and 1000 BC were unearthed in the Point area. Scottish Water had been working on a new line when a saddle quern, used for grinding corn, was spotted. The site was initially thought to be an Iron Age dwelling but experts now believe they are dealing with something older. The water line has been diverted and the site evaluated by a specialist team. Archaeologist Alastair Rees said: "The pottery that we first found initially seemed to be from the Iron Age. "But since then we have found much more pottery and it is definitely Middle Bronze Age, which is much older in date. "So we have had to rethink the site considerably."

Summary: A significant Bronze Age pottery find has been made during an archaeological dig on the east side of Lewis.


After hitting parts of Syria on Monday, the dust spread to larger areas of the country on Tuesday morning. Parts of Lebanon, Israel, Turkey and Cyprus were also affected. Lebanon's state news agency said two people died - one an elderly man found on a roof. Syrian media said the weather stopped fighting in Hama and Idlib provinces. The pro-government al-Watan newspaper said (in Arabic) that government helicopters were prevented from flying because of the dust. The poor weather was down partly to a low-pressure system over the entire region and sand blowing in from the east, Syria's state news agency, Sana, said (in Arabic). Poor visibility may last until the end of the week, it added. Elsewhere in the region: BBC correspondents across the Middle East have also been posting images of the sandstorm on social media.

Summary: A large dust storm has hit western parts of the Middle East, putting dozens of people in hospital and leading to public health warnings.


The 29-year-old Austria international has left Schalke after the end of his contract and will officially become a Foxes player on 1 July. "It was always a goal for me to play in the Premier League, and I'm happy that this dream has come true," said Fuchs. "Leicester City is a new experience and new challenge for me." Fuchs, who plays at left-back, has 66 caps for his Austria and made 99 league appearances for Schalke before moving to England. He has Champions League experience and has scored three times in the competition, including a goal in Schalke's 4-3 win over Real Madrid at the Bernabeu in March. Leicester won seven of their last nine league games of the 2014-15 campaign to move clear of relegation danger and maintain their Premier League status, eventually finishing in 14th place.

Summary: Leicester City have made their first signing of the summer with the free-transfer capture of defender Christian Fuchs on a three-year deal.


Merthyr coach Lee Jarvis has confirmed the former Wales coach has had talks with the Welsh Premiership finalists. "I think Nigel's coming on board, I'm not sure what capacity," Jarvis told BBC Wales Sport. Jarvis and assistant Dale McIntosh will be in charge of Merthyr against Aberavon in the final at the Talbot Athletic Ground on Sunday, 21 May. Merthyr finished third in the regular season Premiership table, five places ahead of Ebbw Vale. According to Jarvis, Davies has met Merthyr chairman Sir Stanley Thomas. "Obviously, conversations have gone on between him and Sir Stan," he added. "But myself and Dale are not concerned with that, we're just concentrating on the final come Sunday and that's all we're focussing on."

Summary: Nigel Davies is poised to join Merthyr RFC after leaving his role as head coach of Ebbw Vale.


It won best game for TV Sports Soccer at a ceremony at the Tramshed in Cardiff on Saturday. Thud Media won three commendations for artistic achievement, gameplay design and sound and music for children's educational game Boj Smoothies. Director of Bafta Cymru, Hannah Raybould, said: "We are very proud to support the growing games industry in Wales." Cube Kids scooped the technical achievement commendation for Teletubbies. Best Game Award Artistic Achievement Commendation Technical Achievement Commendation Game Play Design Commendation Sound and Music Commendation

Summary: Rantmedia took the top prize at the Bafta Cymru Games Awards.


Green is one of four forwards released, along with Ashley Hemmings, Pat Hoban and Yoann Arquin. Midfielders Jamie McGuire, Kevan Hurst and James Baxendale have also left the Stags, who finished 12th in the fourth tier this season. Goalkeepers Brian Jensen and Scott Shearer and defenders Corbin Shires and Lee Collins complete the list. Green, 30, scored 29 goals in 95 games in his second spell for the club after signing from Birmingham City on a free transfer in 2015. Meanwhile 33-year-old McGuire is considering an offer to join the under-21 coaching staff at Field Mill.

Summary: Striker Matt Green is among 11 players being released by League Two club Mansfield Town.


The pupil collapsed at the Al Hijrah School in Bordesley Green, Birmingham, at about 14:20 GMT on Friday. He died at nearby Heartlands Hospital. Police said they are working with the school and Birmingham City Council to establish the circumstances surrounding his death. A post-mortem examination is expected to be carried out soon. Colin Diamond, executive director for education at Birmingham City Council, said the school was "doing all it can to support the family through this terrible time". Brigid Jones, the city council's cabinet member for children, families and schools, said on Twitter: "My thoughts are with the family of the young man who tragically died following an incident at school yesterday."

Summary: A nine-year-old boy died after suffering a suspected allergic reaction at school, police have said.


Kandi du Cros, 32, developed a fever and died at the Royal Cornwall Hospital just two weeks after surgery at the Duchy Hospital, Truro, in January 2014. The Truro inquest heard Mrs du Cros, from St Austell, had an inactive autoimmune disease. Coroner Dr Emma Carlyon concluded she died of "overwhelming sepsis". During the three-day inquest, Mrs du Cros' husband, Ray, said his wife felt so poorly she told her mother "she felt like she was being poisoned". The inquest heard the death was due to a combination of factors linked to an autoimmune disorder, thought to be Lupus. In her conclusion, coroner Dr Emma Carlyon said: "I have not found any evidence this death was directly associated with previous procedures."

Summary: A hairdresser's death was "not directly associated" with breast augmentation surgery just weeks earlier, an inquest has concluded.


Udumaga, who can also play as a forward, has made three substitute appearances for the Bees in the Championship so far this season. The 20-year-old also started the 4-0 Capital One Cup defeat by League Two side Oxford in August. Ferry, 18, has yet to appear for Brentford's first team but has captained their development side. Wycombe boss Gareth Ainsworth said: "We've got an excellent relationship with Brentford, which enables us to benefit from taking their youngsters on loan and contributing to their development on and off the pitch. "James and Jermaine have played a lot of matches at youth level and we look forward to giving them the opportunity to experience a first-team environment in training and on matchdays."

Summary: Wycombe have signed midfielders James Ferry and Jermaine Udumaga on loan from Brentford until 23 December.


Shaun O'Connell, from Throckley, died when his Honda motorbike and a blue Ford S-Max car crashed on the A696 near Kirkwhelpington near Otterburn. The vehicles collided at about 09:10 BST on Thursday and the 33-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene. In a statement Mr O'Connell's family said they were "devastated". The car driver is in a stable condition. "We are a motorbike family - we all love to go out on the bikes and this was just an ordinary day. Sadly everything has now changed," Mr O'Connell's family added. Northumbria Police is continuing to appeal for witnesses.

Summary: A motorcyclist who died in a crash in Northumberland has been named by police.


Residents awoke at about 07:00 to find the unexpected visitors outside their homes. More than a dozen animals are understood to have escaped a nearby field and made their way along Redmires Road in the Crosspool area. South Yorkshire Police said it received a call but residents and local farmers had rounded up the wandering bovines. Baffled residents took to social media to express their shock at the unusual scene. Steve Ned tweeted: "Cows on the loose in Crosspool - it's the end of days!" While confused Tom Stayte, who snapped a number of pictures of the scene, said: "More pictures of the cow weirdness in Crosspool."

Summary: A herd of escaped cows took up residence in gardens and driveways when they went on the loose in Sheffield.


The 23-year-old asked not to play against Burnley last Friday following two transfer bids from the Clarets. "I thought it was right to keep him away from the club for a while and give him time to reflect," Bees head coach Dean Smith told BBC Radio London. "He needs to settle down a little bit and get back to fitness as well." Tarkowski was initially named in the starting XI to face Burnley but, after discussions with Smith, declared himself unavailable to play and the centre-back was subsequently dropped entirely from the matchday squad. The Bees have rejected recent bids for Tarkowski, saying offers have not met their valuation for the former Oldham player. "We have dealt with it internally, in terms of the discipline side of it," added Smith. "He will be available moving forward for sure."

Summary: Brentford defender James Tarkowski has returned to training but will not be considered for selection for Saturday's trip to Preston North End.


The woman was walking along Newmills Road in Balerno at 00:30 on Thursday, 27 August when a man threatened her and raped her in a field. Detectives have said they have a "full DNA profile" of the suspect. They have urged people to come forward with names of anyone seen acting suspiciously at the time or since the attack. The attacker was white, about 6ft tall, of slim build, and possibly had long hair. At the time, he was wearing a grey hoodie and dark jeans. He may also have spoken with an Edinburgh or English accent. Det Insp Grant Johnston said: "We have a full DNA profile of the suspect and part of my appeal today is for anyone with information who suspects that they may know the person who was responsible to get in touch with us immediately. "Through the DNA process they can then be quickly eliminated."

Summary: Police have made a fresh appeal for information at the site where a teenager was raped in Edinburgh.


The 32-year-old was part of the men's four who claimed gold in Rio, having also been part of the team who won in London four years earlier. He also claimed five World Championship golds in his 12-year career. "My life as I've known it ever since I can remember has now changed forever and really, honestly, there's no coming back from this," he wrote in his blog. "I feel now, after 32 years on this big blue planet, that I've reached that point in sport and much to my relief I'm satisfied, happy and content. "There's probably more I could do but I've reached my limit and this is as far as I'm prepared to go." George Nash, who was also in the victorious men's four in Rio, announced his retirement in November. Media playback is not supported on this device

Summary: Two-time Olympic champion Alex Gregory has announced his retirement from rowing.


The 25-year-old, who has seven Wales caps, will have surgery later this week to repair a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament. Beck suffered the injury in Ospreys' Pro12 loss to Ulster on the opening weekend of the season. He had only recently returned to fitness after breaking a bone in his foot last February. "All being well he will undergo surgery before the end of the week," said Ospreys medical performance manager Chris Towers. "His rehab will then begin immediately. For this kind of injury we are looking at an estimated eight month recovery period for him to be back to full fitness."

Summary: Ospreys centre Ashley Beck is expected to be out for at least eight months after suffering a serious knee injury.


The winner will be offered a one-year contract to help improve the car, which is struggling with engine reliability. Executive director Zak Brown says now is the right time to connect the worlds of racing and gaming in a new way. "This is for real. We absolutely require additional support across our two simulator platforms," he said. As well as racing across a variety of gaming platforms, McLaren said entrants must demonstrate "engineering know-how, teamwork and the necessary mental and physical strengths". Gaming and F1 experts will select six international finalists, with a further four finalists chosen from qualifying events online. Brown said the winner would "genuinely be a key part of the McLaren team". The eight-time winners of the constructors' championship said the initiative would make them the first F1 team to enter the esports arena.

Summary: Formula 1 team McLaren-Honda have launched a virtual racing competition, with a job as a simulator driver with the team as the prize.


Figueras-Dotti, 58, who won the Women's British Open as an amateur in 1982, is a former Junior Solheim Cup captain. She has been a Solheim Cup team helper three times, including 2013 when Europe secured their first victory in the US. Scotland's Catriona Matthew, another former Women's British Open champion, will also be a vice-captain. Find out how to get into golf with our special guide. We've launched a new BBC Sport newsletter, bringing all the best stories, features and video right to your inbox. You can sign up here.

Summary: Spain's Marta Figueras-Dotti will be one of Annika Sorenstam's European vice-captains for the 2017 Solheim Cup in Iowa.


Dasun Shanaka, 91 overnight, reached his century off 122 balls before he was caught off Tom Wells as Sri Lanka were bowled out for 367. The hosts began brightly with captain Angus Robson and Lewis Hill sharing a 71-run opening stand before both fell to left-arm spinner Rangana Herath. Solid contributions from all of the Foxes batsmen saw them close on 304-5. Wicketkeeper Burgess, who has played only six first-class matches, missed out on a maiden hundred when he was caught and bowled by Milinda Siriwardana. He hit 13 fours as he surpassed his previous highest score of 51. Sri Lanka begin their two-Test series against England at Headingley on Thursday.

Summary: Michael Burgess hit a career-best 98 as Sri Lanka's bowlers struggled on day two against Leicestershire.


It says "hundreds of assailants" attacked a military post in the south-eastern town of Bosso, on the Nigerian border, on Friday night. A counter-attack on Saturday morning allowed government troops to retake all positions in Bosso, the ministry says. It says there were several dead and injured "on the enemy's side". Boko Haram has not commented on the Nigerien defence ministry's statement. The Islamist group is based in Nigeria but is being tackled by a multinational force, including soldiers from Niger. 'How I almost became a suicide bomber' Who are Boko Haram? Legacy of hate More about Niger Niger's President Mahamadou Issoufou has been praised in the West for rallying neighbouring countries to fight Boko Haram. In March, six soldiers from Niger's army were killed in a Boko Haram ambush in the south-east. Boko Haram at a glance: 'How I almost became a suicide bomber' Surviving Nigeria's Boko Haram

Summary: Thirty soldiers from Niger and two from Nigeria have been killed in clashes with Boko Haram militants in Niger, the country's defence ministry says.


Andrew Ferguson, 35, attacked his victim in the complex at Dundee's Ninewells Hospital in 2000 before going on to rape another woman years later. A jury convicted him of eight offences including rape, attempted rape, indecent assault and assault against three victims between 2000 and 2014. Ferguson had denied the charges at the High Court in Edinburgh. Two of the women were sleeping when he sexually assaulted them. Ferguson, from Cairneyhill, carried out a sex attack and rape on the woman at the nurses' residence. He then raped a second victim at houses in Inverkeithing and Cairneyhill. Ferguson also assaulted a third woman at an address in Inverkeithing. The trial judge, Lord McEwan, told Ferguson he needed a background report before sentencing him because he had not previously served a prison term. Ferguson was put on the sex offenders' register and remanded in custody ahead of sentencing next month.

Summary: A Fife man has been found guilty of raping a woman at a Dundee hospital's nurses' residence.


On-loan Seattle Reign defender Rachel Corsie gave Scott Booth's side a first-half lead before Hayley Lauder and Abbi Grant added more. Kelly Forrest pulled one back, but Rachel Small missed a Dons penalty. City can win a fourth successive treble when they play Hibernian in the Scottish Cup final on 8 November. The Edinburgh side, who have been City's closest challengers all season and will join them in next year's Champions League, thumped Rangers 9-0 at Tinto Park. Elsewhere, Celtic defeated Spartans 3-2, while a last-minute penalty gave Stirling University a 3-2 win away to Hearts. Inverness and Hutchison Vale shared six goals in the Highlands and Hamilton Accies edged out Forfar Farmington 1-0.

Summary: Glasgow City secured their ninth consecutive Scottish Women's Premier League title with a 3-1 win over Aberdeen.