Donati, 35, has just ended his second spell at Bari in his native Italy. He featured for Celtic between 2007 and 2009, helping them win the Scottish Premier League in 2008. The former Italy Under-21 player could make his Accies debut in Saturday's Scottish League Cup match against St Mirren. Atalanta, AC Milan and Sampdoria are among the clubs Donati has served. Hamilton have also signed defenders Jack Breslin and Jordan McGregor, and taken Norwich City goalkeeper Remi Matthews on loan, in this summer's transfer window, Meanwhile, Northern Ireland keeper Michael McGovern, who is out of contract after two years with Accies, is expected to join Norwich, who are managed by former Hamilton boss Alex Neil.

Summary: Hamilton Academical have signed former Celtic midfielder Massimo Donati on a one-year deal.


Snowdonia National Park has issued the appeal in a bid to stop people creating cairns - piles of stones. It said the practice has "become customary" among walkers so they can "identify paths and junctions or dangerous places". But park wardens warned it has caused footpaths to erode. On Ty Nant footpath, within less than a mile between Rhiw Gwredydd and Bwlch y Cyfrwy, there are 102 cairns. Simon Roberts, senior warden for south Snowdonia, said the issue has become "quite a problem" on Cadair Idris, leading to a volunteer day being organised to reduce the size and number of piled stones. "As the cairns are built, stone by stone, the footpaths are eroding and the fragile landscape is being damaged," he said. "Footpaths widen and the cost of maintaining the footpaths increase. But, even more dangerous, they can mislead walkers, especially in fog."

Summary: Walkers have been urged not to move stones and build stacks of rocks in Snowdonia over fears it is damaging the landscape.


Nyki Taylor, 39, died at the scene when the Vauxhall Astra she was in struck a lamp post on Blackpool Road, Lytham, at about 06:10 GMT on Sunday. A 27-year-old man from Lytham was arrested on suspicion of drink driving and causing death by driving without due care and consideration. Lancashire Police is appealing for witnesses to come forward. Mrs Taylor's family described her as "a loving daughter and sister who was taken from us too suddenly and too soon". They added: "Words cannot describe our loss, she will be in our hearts forever." Sgt Rob Gomery, who is leading the investigation, said officers were keen to speak to the driver of a red Audi who may have stopped at the scene.

Summary: A motorist has been arrested after his front-seat passenger was killed in a collision in Lancashire.


The 24-year-old's deal with the Spanish champions expires in June 2018 and the club are in talks to extend it. Paris St-Germain, one of several clubs linked with Neymar, are reportedly ready to double his salary, but Barcelona are confident of keeping him. "We have not studied the impact of hypothetically losing Neymar. We don't contemplate it," Monje said. Neymar scored 31 goals in 49 appearances for his club last season as the club won La Liga and Copa del Ray, as well as reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League. Barcelona were forced to pay a £4.3m fine in June because of mistakes in Neymar's transfer from Santos in 2013.

Summary: Barcelona are not contemplating selling Brazilian forward Neymar, according to financial vice-president Susana Monje.


Jordan Baldwinson gave the visitors the lead before Weller Hauraki kicked off a comfortable first half for Salford. Junior Sa'u, Daniel Vidot, Josh Jones, Niall Evalds, Ben Murdoch-Masila and Logan Tompkins went over, while Jack Ormondroyd scored for the visitors. Josh Walters scored the visitors' third but Olsi Krasniqi and Michael Dobson capped Salford's victory. Gareth O'Brien kicked nine goals for Salford, who moved above London Broncos - beaten 58-18 by Hull KR on Sunday - into fifth place in the Qualifiers table, while Featherstone are yet to win. Salford: Evalds, Vidot, Jones, Sa'u, J Griffin, O'Brien, Dobson, Burgess, Tomkins, G Griffin, Murdoch-Masila, Hauraki, Flanagan. Replacements: Lui, Kopczak, Walne, Krasniqi. Featherstone: Craven, Duckworth, Hardman, Taulapapa, Briscoe, Briggs, Thackery, Griffin, Ellis, Baldwinson, Walters, Ormondroyd, Davies. Replacements: Day, Cooper, Snitch, Foster. Attendance: 1,759. Referee: Chris Campbell.

Summary: Salford scored 13 tries as they comfortably beat Featherstone to remain on track for the Million Pound Game.


DNA tests were carried out on the remains - found close to The Mall, Cribbs Causeway - after a post-mortem examination proved inconclusive. Avon and Somerset Police said they were not treating his death as suspicious. The 73-year-old went missing in July, sparking a high-profile campaign to find him. Decomposed remains were found in undergrowth by a member of the public on 10 March. DJ Derek, a former accountant, was known to thousands of music fans and played hundreds of sets at local clubs and pubs, as well as at the Glastonbury festival. He was a resident of St Pauls in Bristol since 1978 and appeared at gigs across the UK, including the Big Chill. He also worked with Massive Attack and appeared in a Dizzee Rascal video.

Summary: Human remains found in a wooded area near Bristol are those of pensioner Derek Serpell-Morris, known as DJ Derek, police have confirmed.


Pascal Mazurier, who was a consular official in the southern city of Bangalore, was arrested in June after complaints from his Indian wife. The court has ordered Mr Mazurier to surrender his passport and pay 100,000 rupees ($1,895; £1,175) for his bail. The envoy has made no comment on the charges yet. Mr Mazurier was held in the crowded Parapanna Agrahara jail, on the outskirts of Bangalore, which houses more than 4,000 convicts and under trials. His wife Suja Jones Mazurier, who accused him of sexually abusing their daughter, has appealed to the French ambassador in India and the Indian government to not allow her husband to leave the country until all legal proceedings are complete. She has also asked the French embassy for financial support for herself and her three children, who are French citizens.

Summary: A French diplomat, who has been charged with raping his three-year-old daughter, has been released from an Indian prison on bail.


The stadium and training facilities would be built at Kingsford, close to the Aberdeen bypass, near Westhill. Although the planning application is a matter for Aberdeen City Council, Aberdeenshire is a statutory consultee. A report to councillors next week says there are a number of issues which have not been fully addressed. However, it says the stadium development could bring significant benefits to the area. The ground would have a capacity of 20,000. The club believes the new stadium is vital if it is to achieve a sustainable future. There has been some local protest to the plans.

Summary: Officials at Aberdeenshire Council have raised concerns over the impact of Aberdeen FC's proposed new stadium.


Derbyshire, resuming on 332-9, were bowled out for 368 as Billy Godleman (98) and Gurjit Sandhu (46 not out) took their 10th-wicket stand to 102. Led by Michael Richardson's 121-ball 64, Durham eased to 119-1 in reply. After slipping to 137-5, Paul Coughlin (62 not out) led the recovery, but Tahir took two wickets in two balls as Durham closed 94 behind on 274-8. Barry McCarthy (32 not out) has so far put on 69 with Coughlin for the ninth wicket - a partnership which helped Durham avoid the follow-on.

Summary: Spinner Imran Tahir's 5-98 on his Derbyshire debut has put the hosts in a good position against Durham.


"Vera" joined the only other airworthy Lancaster, operated by the RAF, for a series of events and is now flying home via Iceland and Greenland. Taking off from RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire, the two bombers were joined by Spitfires and Hurricanes. Vera still has a UK engine after one of its own developed a fault and an appeal has been launched to fund repairs. The aircraft passed over RAF Cranwell, RAF Waddington, Lincoln Cathedral and RAF Scampton, before leaving the area. It is estimated each of the Lancasters has flown about 6,000 miles attending dozens of shows and events. These included a flypast of the Derwent dams where the Dambusters practised.

Summary: Crowds gathered to bid farewell to the Canadian Lancaster plane which has been touring the UK over the summer.


The 31-year-old was a free agent after leaving Shrewsbury this summer, having scored 16 goals in 95 outings during two years with Town. Akpa Akpro began his career at Toulouse and has had spells at Grimsby, Rochdale, Tranmere Rovers and Bury since moving to England in 2008. The Bees have not disclosed the length of the Frenchman's deal at The Hive. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: League Two side Barnet have signed striker Jean-Louis Akpa Akpro following a trial spell.


In the coveted 18-49 age group, it was the top rated show across all US TV programming on Sunday, according to initial Nielsen data. The third series finale in March was watched by 12.4 million viewers. The AMC show follows deputy sheriff Rick Grimes as he tries to survive zombies in a post-apocalyptic world. The Walking Dead started in 2010 with an initial six episode run and was inspired by the comic book series by Robert Kirkman, Tony Moore and Charlie Adlard. Andrew Lincoln stars in the lead role as Grimes, while fellow British actor David Morrissey joined the cast in season three as villain Philip 'The Governor' Blake. AMC recently announced it was developing a spin-off show of the zombie drama following a different set of characters created by Kirkman. The "companion" series is expected to air in 2015.

Summary: Zombie TV thriller The Walking Dead has attracted its largest audience in the US to date, with 16.1 million tuning in for the return of the fourth series.


The 36-year-old man was driving a Honda Jazz on Constitution Street at about 12:30 when it collided with a lamp post. No other vehicle was involved. The man, who has not been named, was freed from the wreckage before being taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. Officers investigating the crash have made an appeal for any witnesses to contact them. Sgt Rob Warnock said: "Inquiries into the circumstances of the incident are at an early stage and I am appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident, or saw the blue Honda Jazz prior to the collision to contact Police Scotland on 101.''

Summary: Police have said a driver involved in a crash in Peterhead has sustained life-threatening injuries.


"Bup stop" was painted in large yellow lettering after a worn road surface was repaired. The mistake was made as part of work expected to last up to four weeks in the Old Market area of the city centre. The howler prompted mocking tweets, with Mark Gullick saying: "Thanks. I've been waiting at a bus stop. That will be why my bup hasn't turned up. Gah!" A Bristol City Council spokesman said: "It is not often we see our roadworks hitting the headlines worldwide, but we understand why this rare mistake has captured people's imaginations. "While it became something of a temporary tourist attraction, the contractor has now corrected the error at no cost to the local taxpayer."

Summary: Bungling council workers have mis-spelt "bus stop" as "bup stop" on a road in Bristol.


Police were called to the Parkway Sports and Social Club in Plymouth on Sunday after about 15 people were reported to be fighting in a bar. "A number of people suffered minor injuries following the brawl," police said. Two men, aged 23 and 29, and 24-year-old woman were arrested for affray and have been bailed to 23 May. Club managing director Chris Carwithen said the fracas started in the bar after the event. "There was an altercation that escalated out of control," he said. "We are holding our own investigation and anyone involved will be banned for life. We don't tolerate that kind of behaviour." Police said the fight broke out at 19:55 BST at the club in Ernesettle Lane. They are appealing for witnesses.

Summary: Two men and a woman have been arrested after a mass brawl broke out following a baby-naming ceremony.


The alleged attack happened on a platform at South Ockendon station in Essex on Sunday. Police said a man got off a train and squirted acid at the five boys aged 16 to 18 who were waiting for a train. Following a police appeal, a 17-year-old from Dagenham was arrested, British Transport Police said. Live: For more on this and other Essex news stories Two of the boys were left with "potentially life-changing" injuries to their eyes, faces and mouths. Wendy Tether, mother of Tyrone Terry, and Denni Walker, sister of Billy Milne, released images of their injured loved ones after the incident on Facebook in an appeal for information. Ms Walker's post has been shared more than 5,300 times.

Summary: A 17-year-old has been arrested in connection with an "unprovoked" acid attack which left five teenage boys injured.


He polled 41,345 votes after the second round of counting, ahead of Labour's Reg Watson, who totalled 30,437. As Mr McCall had not secured more than 50% of the vote initially, a second count was required with second preference votes added. He said he was "proud to serve his home county" and would avoid "Punch and Judy politics". Liberal Democrat Loraine Birchall, Independent Mary Robinson and UKIP's Michael Pye were eliminated after the first count. Candidates standing in Cumbria Constabulary are listed below. Candidates are listed alphabetically by surname. BBC News App users: tap here to see the candidates. More information is available on the Choose my PCC website.

Summary: Conservative Peter McCall has been elected Cumbria's Police and Crime Commissioner.


Murray won 6-3 6-4 against Czech Berdych, who needed treatment on an ankle injury after the first set. It will be the 19th ATP final meeting between Murray and the man he replaced as world number one in November. Second seed Djokovic survived five match points on his way to beating Fernando Verdasco in his semi-final. Spaniard Verdasco, ranked 42nd in the world, controlled the first two sets but Serb Djokovic made only one unforced error in the decider to win 4-6, 7-6 (9-7), 6-3. "It's definitely one of the most exciting matches I have played," Djokovic said. "I haven't saved five match points many times. He should have finished it off." You can follow to live coverage of the Qatar Open final in Doha between Murray and Djokovic on the BBC Sport website from 15:00 GMT.

Summary: Sir Andy Murray will face defending champion Novak Djokovic in the Qatar Open final on Saturday after beating third seed Tomas Berdych in the semis.


The 19-year-old, who is being held at Corby Police Station, was arrested on Tuesday by officers who are trying to locate missing Veronica Sbircea. Veronica left her home in Kettering on the evening of 21 July and there were sightings of her in London on 27 and 28 July. Police believe she may be in either the Brixton or Enfield areas of London. Veronica, who is also known as Rachel, is white, 5ft (152cm), with long straight black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing dark leggings and a black top. She is originally from the London area. Det Insp Stuart Hitchon said: "Veronica is known to approach people to use their mobile phone temporarily, and we are urging anyone who may have been approached by her or have seen her, to make contact."

Summary: Detectives looking for a 15-year-old girl have arrested a man in connection with her disappearance.


Leicester became crucially important to Richard III after Henry Tudor landed in Wales in August 1485. The king stayed in the city on the night of 20 August before marching out to cut off Henry's progress through the midlands. Richard's death at Bosworth, along with the recent discovery of his bones, have left a rich legacy in the area. On 22 March the reburial cortege will pass some of these places - starting at Fenn Lane in Leicestershire before heading into the city. Below is a map of the planned procession through the city. Click here for the earlier route through the county. Bow bridge Blue Boar Inn Guildhall Cathedral Castle Church of Annunciation Newarke Gateway Richard III Visitor Centre

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Police said John Parry was last seen near Roper Street in Penrith at about midnight on Monday. He is due to appear at Carlisle Crown Court on Friday. He was charged after the body of Meryl Parry, 80, was found on 2 September at a house in Ainstable, near Carlisle. Cumbria Police believe he might be in the Little Salkeld area. He was initially remanded in custody but granted bail in October due to his age. He is described as white, slim, clean shaven with a pale complexion. He has thinning and receding white hair and blue eyes.

Summary: An 81-year-old man who is charged with murdering his wife has gone missing.


Condor Ferries say it will be a number of days before a normal service can resume between the islands and Poole in England. The company says its has made some repairs after a problem was found with the exhaust system on Thursday. A revised timetable will run between Guernsey and Poole until it is fixed. Jersey chief minister, Senator Ian Gorst said Condor needed to improve its service. He said: "The government's view is they need to get the problems sorted out and provide the level of service we expect from them." Condor have drafted in all available staff to help with customer phone lines and apologised to delayed passengers. A spokesman said: "All passengers are being rebooked as quickly as possible and refreshments are being provided for all disrupted passengers."

Summary: Passengers of Channel Island ferry operator Condor face further delays after technical problems with its fast ferry.


The inquiry comes after police were called to a disturbance between two men outside a gym on Chapel Lane, Wigan shortly before 20:45 BST on Friday. Two men entered the gym, said Greater Manchester Police, with one apparently causing damage. No arrests were made, but the Super League club say it was conducting its own inquiries. Marketing director Simon Collinson issued a brief statement before the start of coach Shaun Wane's weekly press conference at the club's training ground at Orrell earlier. He said: "We are carrying out an internal investigation and I would ask that no questions are put to Shaun that might compromise or prejudice those investigations. "As soon as the investigations are complete, we will then issue a full statement." The incident day after the Warriors beat Castleford 33-26. GMP said: "Officers attended and spoke to all parties. Inquiries are ongoing but no arrests have been made."

Summary: An investigation into an alleged fracas involving two Wigan Warriors players has been launched by the club.


Kinnear joins from West Ham, where he had also been managing director, and presided over the club's move from Upton Park to the London Stadium. The move comes in the same week as Andrea Radrizzani's takeover of the Championship club. "Angus has an excellent track record at Arsenal and West Ham and I am sure he will contribute a great deal to the club," Radrizzani said. Kinnear was with the Hammers for three years and spent the previous decade at Arsenal as their director of marketing, sales and partnerships. Outgoing Leeds chief executive Ben Mansford steps down on 31 May, with Kinnear taking up his new role on 8 June. Leeds are looking for a new first-team manager after Garry Monk's resignation on Thursday.

Summary: Leeds United have appointed Angus Kinnear as their new managing director.


Kock, 26, has won two caps for the Springboks and joins from Super Rugby side Stormers on a two-year deal. Maitland moves to Allianz Park from relegated London Irish and has agreed a "long-term contract" with Sarries. The 27-year-old, who can also play at full-back, has featured 21 times for Scotland since his debut in 2013. "We identified Vincent as a player who could make a significant contribution to the squad at tight-head and he is a player with huge potential," Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall said. "Sean is a highly experienced and proven international three-quarter, and we believe that he will flourish here. "Both players are exactly the kind of characters we think will thrive in our environment, and we are confident they will become key players."

Summary: Premiership and European Champions Cup winners Saracens have signed South Africa prop Vincent Koch and Scotland winger Sean Maitland.


The 27-year-old, who has two caps for Sweden, had been training with the Robins after leaving Watford in July. "He brings that experience, he's very assured as a human and also as a footballer," City boss Lee Johnson told BBC Radio Bristol. "He's very calm in possession of the football and he's very calm in his decision making and defending." The former Udinese man initially joined the Hornets on loan in 2012, before signing on a free transfer in July 2013, making 100 appearances in total. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Bristol City have signed former Watford defender Joel Ekstrand on a one-year deal.


On five different occasions between March 2014 and July 2015, sewage was discharged into the river from the Wastewater Treatment Works at Moneyrea. A water quality inspector with the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) discovered the pollution. The river was severely impacted for several hundred metres downstream of the discharge. Further investigation traced the source to the treatment works. On four further occasions over the 16 months that followed, NIEA found this discharge to be recurring. Samples taken at the time of the incidents confirmed that the discharge contained poisonous, noxious or polluting matter which was potentially harmful to fish life in the receiving waterway.

Summary: Northern Ireland Water has been fined £13,000 for polluting the Blackwater River in County Down.


A Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt and Iceland Air flight from Keflavik were redirected to Birmingham and a Flybe plane from Paris was sent to Liverpool. All other arrivals were being landed on runway two after the problem with the instrument landing system, which failed at 11:00 BST, affected the airport's main runway. Departures have not been affected. Manchester Airport said the problem was being addressed and no other flights should have to be redirected elsewhere.

Summary: Three flights into Manchester Airport have been diverted after technical problems with a landing system.


Staff walked out of the jail in Hammersmith and Fulham, west London, on Friday after recent incidents of alleged assaults by inmates. A Ministry of Justice spokesman said: "All officers at HMP Wormwood Scrubs have now returned to work and the prison is running a normal regime." A recent inspection report sparked claims of "Dickensian squalor". On Friday Mike Rolfe, of the Prison Officers' Association, said there had been a number of assaults on staff and the jail was "flooded with drugs, mobile phones and weapons".

Summary: Wormwood Scrubs prison staff have returned to work after walking out citing health and safety concerns.


The babies were born in May and are now playing with the rest of the group in the main enclosure. They don't stray very far from their mum though. In the wild meerkats live in large families called a "mob" or "gang" and as many as 50 meerkats can live in them. All the adults in a mob share the responsibility of looking after the pups. Meerkats live in large burrows underground, to escape the scorching heat of the South African sun. These five meerkat pups are yet to be named, but are enjoying exploring their new enclosure with each other for now.

Summary: Five tiny meerkat pups have been exploring their new enclosure at Edinburgh Zoo.


Shares in the credit card firm rose 9% after it raised its 2016 profit forecast and reported better-than-expected third quarter revenue. Overall, the Dow Jones was 40 points lower at 18,162, while the wider S&P 500 was flat down 2 points at 2,144. The tech-focused Nasdaq slipped by 4 points to 5,241. On the downside, Ebay tumbled more than 10% after forecasts for the current quarter, the crucial holiday season, disappointed investors. Verizon fell nearly 2.5% percent after the company posted weak revenue for the third quarter, having added fewer than expected new subscribers. It also indicated it is considering renegotiating its $4.8bn (Â£3.9bn) deal to buy Yahoo Inc. The company's chief financial officer said they were working on the basis that the security breach at Yahoo earlier this year which involved 500 million email accounts could affect the transaction. Yahoo's shares fell 0.8% percent.

Summary: (Close)US stocks closed only a fraction lower on Thursday but American Express helped the Dow Jones Index after a strong set of results.


Pakistan were restricted to their lowest score after 10 overs in a Twenty20 - 34-4 - but Sarfraz Ahmed's 58 took them to 129-7. The hosts were taken over the line with five balls to spare thanks to some late hitting by captain Mashrafe Mortaza and Mahmudullah. Bangladesh meet India, who they beat in the group stage, in Sunday's final. Pakistan play Sri Lanka on Friday, with the winner finishing third in the five-team tournament. United Arab Emirates are likely to finish bottom of the league table. Have you added the new Top Story alerts in the BBC Sport app? Simply head to the menu in the app - and don't forget you can also add alerts for the Six Nations, cricket scores, your football team and more.

Summary: Bangladesh booked a place in the final of the Asia Cup with a five-wicket win over Pakistan in Dhaka.


He was set to play Britain's James Ward, 28, in the first round, but will be replaced by a lucky loser from qualifying, Italy's Luca Vanni. World number seven Ferrer, 33, reached the quarter-finals at SW19 in 2013. His exit opens up the draw for Rafael Nadal, who could have faced his fellow Spaniard in the fourth round, with a potential quarter-final against Britain's Andy Murray for the winner. Wimbledon begins on Monday, with defending men's champion Novak Djokovic opening play on Centre Court against Germany's Philipp Kohlschreiber at 13:00 BST.

Summary: Eighth seed David Ferrer has pulled out of Wimbledon with an elbow injury.


The Brazilian-born 27-year-old has been a first team regular since moving to Tynecastle from Portuguese side Maritimo in August 2015. Rossi was due to be out of contract at the end of the season. A club statement described the move as "an amazing opportunity for him and his family", adding that they "would not stand in his way". Rossi is the second defender to leave Hearts this month, following Alim Ozturk's switch to Turkish club Boluspor, while full-back Callum Paterson is out for the rest of the season with knee ligament damage and Faycal Rherras will be at the Africa Cup of Nations with Morocco. Veteran Northern Ireland international Aaron Hughes has been recruited, along with Lennard Sowah. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Defender Igor Rossi has left Hearts to join Saudi Arabian side Al-Faisaly Harmah.


The deal was agreed last month, with international clearance now in place for the 23-year-old. Mandiangu has been training with Accies for the past three weeks and goes into the squad for Saturday's Scottish Cup visit to Annan Athletic. His contract will initially be until the end of the season Mandiangu, most recently with Eindhoven in the Dutch second tier, began his career with Borussia Monchengladbach and had spells with Neustrelitz and Berliner Dynamo in Germany's regional leagues before moving to the Netherlands in August. "Christopher definitely wants to get on the ball and commit people, so hopefully he can add something," manager Martin Canning told BBC Scotland in mid-December.

Summary: Hamilton Academical have completed the signing of Congo-born former Germany Under-18 international midfielder Christopher Mandiangu.


Babafemi Junaid, known as Femi, was found stabbed at about 17:30 GMT on Friday in Clapham Road, near Stockwell Tube station, south London. Officers believe the 22-year-old was stabbed in Clapham Road and had then got into his car which was then in collilsion with the bus. No-one else is thought to have been injured in the incident. The Metropolitan Police force said it believed the stabbing might be linked to an earlier report of a fight on a nearby bus. Mr Junaid was taken to hospital after he was found but died later in the evening, police said. No arrests have been made. A post-mortem examination will be held in due course.

Summary: A man who died after being found with stab wounds in a car which had collided with a bus has been named.


Scrum-coach specialist Hatley, 46, a former England Saxons prop, has been with the Premiership club since 2012. "Discussions are underway with the RFU," Bath managing director Tarquin McDonald told BBC Radio Bristol. "Being on the coaching staff for England is one of the biggest jobs around so there is definitely appeal." Since head coach Eddie Jones' appointment to the national team in November, Saracens' Paul Gustard has joined England as defence coach and Bristol's Steve Borthwick has arrived as forwards coach. McDonald added: "Neal Hatley is a very experienced, good coach. A coach like Neal could definitely add enormous value. He's been an asset here at the club. "In these types of situations, it's in everyone's instance that you conclude quickly so we can move from speculation to fact. "Neal's very passionate about the club and we've got three games until the end of the season."

Summary: Bath are in talks with the Rugby Football Union over a potential role for first-team coach Neal Hatley in the England coaching staff.


Ron Pitman, 71, stands to earn a "finder's fee" for the discovery at Pennard, Swansea, in October 2010. It bears the inscription "prepared bee to follow me," is 81% gold and 9% silver and dates back about300 years. The ring was found 13cm (5in) below the surface of a field used to grow maize that had since been ploughed and rolled, Swansea Coroners Court heard. In a report to the hearing, Dr Mark Redknapp, acting keeper of archaeology and numismatics at the National Museum and Gallery in Cardiff, said: "Such rings can be difficult to date but the decoration and sentiments in this case suggests a 17th rather than 18th Century date."

Summary: A 17th Century gold ring found by a metal-detecting enthusiast has been declared treasure.


The German, 25, who has just returned after 20 months out with a knee injury, pulled up during Saturday's 2-0 win over Stuttgart. "I will come back and carry on from where I had got back to after my long injury absence," he said. New signing from Roma Mehdi Benatia could replace him against City. It was initially thought Badstuber had only strained his thigh, but a test on Sunday revealed he had torn muscle tendons. "Of course I'm very disappointed right now," said the 25-year-old on his club's website. "But I'm now used to it and I know how to deal with such situations. I will not give up." Badstuber had been highly praised by Bayern coach Pep Guardiola for his performances this season.

Summary: Bayern Munich defender Holger Badstuber will miss Manchester City's Champions League visit on Wednesday after being told he needs a thigh operation.


The 42-year-old, who spent five years at Celtic from 2001, will spend one to two days per week working with the Championship club's front players. Hartson scored 109 goals in 201 appearances for Celtic, winning three league titles, two Scottish Cups and one League Cup. He tweeted: "I look forward to using my 20 years knowledge in the top flight to help the club continue to progress." Hartson, who will be working under manager David Hopkin at Livi, scored 14 goals in 51 matches for Wales. Having started his career at Luton Town before moving to Arsenal, he had spells at West Ham, Coventry and Wimbledon before joining Celtic. After leaving the club in 2006, Hartson moved to West Brom and had a loan spell at Norwich before retiring from the game.

Summary: Former Celtic striker John Hartson has joined Livingston as a coach.


The 27-year-old, who emerged through the club's academy, scored 827 runs in County Championship Division Two last season, at an average of 48.64. He has also been in good form in 2017, scoring five fifties and a century in four-day games and 234 runs in seven appearances in white-ball cricket. "I've been here since I was 13 so it's great to be able to continue my career with Northants," Newton said.

Summary: Opener Rob Newton has signed a new two-year deal at Northamptonshire.


Nicholas Churton, 67, was found dead at an address in Crescent Close on Monday. On Thursday, officers from North Wales Police were given a further 36 hours to question 25-year-old Jordan Davidson in connection with the death. A post-mortem examination showed Mr Churton died of significant head injuries. North Wales Police said Mr Churton, former owner of Churtons wine bar in Rossett, lived alone at the property and was a "vulnerable man". A 27-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender, a 19-year-old women and a 51-year-old man arrested on suspicion of robbery and assisting an offender, have been bailed pending further enquiries.

Summary: Three people have been released on bail after being arrested in connection with the death of a man in Wrexham.


Organisers halted the 168km stage from Cusset to Mont Brouilly after 75km. No times were recorded, but points from the sprints and climbs will be carried forward. Race director Christian Prudhomme said: "The road was extremely slippery and safety was no longer guaranteed. It's a pity." Tomorrow's 195.5km stage takes the riders from Julienas to Romans-sur-Isere. Overall classification after stage three: 1. Michael Matthews (Aus/Orica) 9hrs 41mins 46secs 2. Tom Dumoulin (Net/Giant) +14secs 3. Patrick Bevin (NZ/Cannondale) +19secs 4. Jon Izagirre (Sp/Movistar) 5. Geraint Thomas (GB/Team Sky) Selected others: 18. Alberto Contador (Sp/Tinkoff) +33secs 19. Simon Yates (GB/Orica) +37secs 21. Ben Swift (GB/Team Sky) +38secs

Summary: Australia's Michael Matthews has retained his 14-second lead in Paris-Nice after stage three was cancelled due to snow.


The 30-year-old joined Dale on loan from Leicester City in 2014 but had to end his stay because of an injury. The former Republic of Ireland youth international made 30 appearances during his 11-year stay with the Foxes. Logan spent 16 months out injured but moved to Hibernian last season and helped them beat Rangers in the Scottish Cup final. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: League One club Rochdale have re-signed goalkeeper Conrad Logan on a six-month deal.


It has announced revisions to 10 services from 25 June, with some being rerouted, affecting Coedpoeth, Penycae, Rhostyllen, Llay and other areas. Local MP Susan Elan Jones and AM Ken Skates have written to Arriva and are calling on Wrexham council to step in. Arriva has been asked to comment. Mr Skates said: "In Penycae, these changes will see key areas such as the Afoneitha estate hugely affected, and people fear they will be completely cut off. "Arriva has stated that long-running parking issues hindering access to the estate have contributed to its decision, so I would implore Wrexham council to act as a matter of urgency." Wrexham councillor David A Bithell, lead member for environment and transport, said: "These are commercial decisions taken by Arriva and the council unfortunately has no power to prevent them going ahead."

Summary: Politicians are calling for bus company Arriva to rethink planned service changes in Wrexham, claiming they act as a "lifeline" for some communities.


Jade Dunne, 29, of Parker Way, Halstead, has been charged in connection with the death of Dexter Neal on 18 August. Dexter died after he was bitten at Ms Dunne's home. An American Bulldog, called Ruby, was later destroyed. Ms Dunne will appear at Colchester Magistrates' Court next month. Dexter, of Ronald Road, Halstead, was attacked at 17:40 BST. He was airlifted to Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge before his death was confirmed later that day. At the time, neighbour Phyllis Young told the BBC the family had not lived in the street for long and "kept themselves to themselves". Shirley Diver, mayor of Halstead, described the incident as heartbreaking. Following news of Dexter's death, she said: "It's so sad. I feel so sadly for the family who are involved. "Words can't express how it affects anybody. The whole town is in shock."

Summary: A woman has been charged with owning a dangerously out of control dog following the death of a three-year-old in Essex last year.


The Â£23m inquiry into historical child abuse in Jersey ended in 2016 after three years. The report was first expected at the end of last year. The independent panel referred the BBC to a previous statement that said: "We will announce the date of the report's publication in due course". Alan Collins, who has been representing the Jersey Care Leavers Association, says the victims are "getting impatient". "The longer this delay goes on the more unacceptable it becomes, because the publish occasion of the report has now been delayed twice," he said. "We've got no real explanation as to why the delay and I think two points arise for this: number one, the report should have been published long before now, and secondly, because it has not been published, I think everyone is entitled to know why the delay? What's happening?"

Summary: Delays in publishing the Jersey Independent Care Inquiry report are becoming "unacceptable" according to the lawyer working with the victims.


Evans, 22, who spent the 2015-16 campaign on loan with League One side Bradford City, has made 59 Wolves appearances since signing his first professional deal in January 2013. "It's a big weight off my mind," said the Wales Under-21 international. "We've been talking about it now for a couple of months. Now I can focus on the rest of the season." Wolves head coach Paul Lambert said: "He's very similar to Jack Price and they've both done brilliantly well since I've been here. "His performances against Stoke and Liverpool in the FA Cup emphasised how much we need that competition in the middle of the pitch."

Summary: Wolves midfielder Lee Evans has signed a new three-and-a-half year contract, keeping him at Molineux until 2020.


Michael Gash put the Bees ahead and John Akinde added a second from the spot after Ryan Dickson fouled him. Matt Dolan fired in a low shot to get the Glovers back in the game but Akinde nodded in to restore the two-goal lead. Yeovil hit back though Nathan Smith's close-range header and levelled when Francois Zoko blasted home with 15 minutes left, before Cornick struck late on to complete the comeback.

Summary: Harry Cornick's injury-time goal gave Yeovil Town a thrilling win at Barnet.


Media playback is not supported on this device Perkovic, who is unbeaten this year, had fouls in the first two rounds to risk elimination but her only legal throw in round three was good enough to secure gold. France's Melina Robert-Michon threw a national record 66.73m to take the silver. Cuban Denia Caballero, the 2015 world champion, got the bronze with 65.34m. Subscribe to the BBC Sport newsletter to get our pick of news, features and video sent to your inbox.

Summary: Croatia's Sandra Perkovic retained her Olympic discus title in Rio with a best throw of 69.21m.


The 24-year-old Englishman has not played for the Scottish Premiership side since being sent off in a 2-1 win over Hamilton Academical in February. Reckord, who signed for the Scottish Premiership club in October 2014, made 21 appearances this season but was due to be out of contract this summer. He played 48 times for County, all but two of them being starts. The Premiership club stated: "Ross County Football Club would like to thank Jamie Reckord and wish him well on what we know will be a successful next step in his career." Reckord, who was an England youth international, started his career with Wolverhampton Wanderers. He had loan spells with Northampton Town, Scunthorpe United, Coventry City, Plymouth Argyle and Swindon Town before being released in summer 2014 having only made two appearances for Wolves.

Summary: Left-back Jamie Reckord has been released early from his contract by Ross County.


Nineteen arrests were made ahead of Israel's World Cup qualifier and the group is also suspected of planning attacks inside Kosovo itself. Explosive devices and weapons were found along with "extremist" literature, police say. The match was moved from one Albanian city to another as a result. Police say the group was coordinated by two Albanian members of IS in Syria. One of those arrested was later released. Israel had been set to play in Shkoder, close to the Montenegro border, on Saturday but security concerns led to the match being moved to Elbasan, nearer to the capital, Tirana. In a statement, police said they believed the suspects had "clear targets". Kosovo, which has an ethnic Albanian majority, broke away from Serbia in 1999 and eventually declared independence, in a move not recognised by the UN.

Summary: Kosovan police say they have foiled a plot by so-called Islamic State (IS) to attack the Israeli football team when it visited Albania last week.


The collapse began at around 05:00 local time (20:00 GMT Monday) near Hakata Station, the busiest in Fukuoka city in the southern island of Kyushu. It began with two smaller holes that grew steadily until they formed one huge depression around 30m (98ft) wide. There were no reports of serious injuries but it disrupted power, water, gas and transport links in the area. Broadcaster NHK reported that an elderly lady slipped on some stairs because of the power cut. Engineering work to extend a nearby underground train line may be related to the sinkhole's sudden appearance, city officials said. Australian burglar shot with bow and arrow Giant snowballs appear on Russian beach

Summary: A giant sinkhole swallowed a five-lane street in the centre of one of Japan's biggest cities on Tuesday morning.


The North West's organised anti-crime unit, Titan, believes the haul may be the largest in its history. A total of 160kg (352lb) of drugs were discovered on Monday at a house in Stradbroke Road, Wavertree, a van parked nearby and a city-centre flat. Two men, aged 31 and 32, have been charged with conspiracy to supply cocaine. Stephen James Hussey, of Gentwood Road, Huyton and Stephen Brown, of Abbey Close, Kirkby, will appear at Liverpool and Knowsley Magistrates' Court on Wednesday. The drugs are thought to be cocaine, heroin and cannabis. Police said a number of vehicles were removed from outside the house in Wavertree, including a van.

Summary: Drugs with an estimated street value of £16m have been seized in Liverpool, police said.


The 24-year-old has made just three substitute appearances in the Premier League this season. Townsend - who has played 10 times for England - was dropped for a Europa League match in November after a row with fitness coach Nathan Gardiner. Newcastle have already signed midfielders Jonjo Shelvey and Henri Saivet in this transfer window. Townsend joined the Tottenham academy aged eight but did not become a first-team regular until the start of the 2013-14 season, by which time he had been sent out on nine separate loan spells. This season, though, he has only started three games - two in the Europa League and the Capital One Cup defeat by Arsenal. He appeared to confirm that he was leaving Tottenham on Tuesday afternoon, tweeting a picture of him leaving the club's training ground. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Newcastle have agreed a fee, believed to be about £12m, to sign Tottenham's England winger Andros Townsend.


The former Milton Keynes Dons and Crystal Palace player, 36, triggered an appearance clause in his previous deal. Wilbraham has featured in every one of the Championship club's matches this season, making 41 appearances in all competitions and scoring seven goals. "I'm absolutely delighted. It's gone really well and I'm feeling fit still," Wilbraham told BBC Radio Bristol. "At the start of this season, there was a discussion that I would not be involved as much as the season before. "As it's turned out, I've played a lot more than people expected." Bristol City are 19th in the table, six points clear of the relegation zone with eight matches remaining.

Summary: Bristol City forward Aaron Wilbraham's contract with the club has been extended by a further year.


Bag-makers Coach and its smaller, preppy rival Kate Spade both gained on news of a merger, but overall the markets held steady. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 5 points, or 0.02%, to 21,011.94. The S&P 500 rose .08 points or 0% to 2,399.37, while the Nasdaq index dropped 1.9 points or .03% to 6,102.66. The euro briefly jumped to a six-month high against the dollar in the immediate aftermath of the victory of centrist Emmanuel Macron in France. But after rising above the $1.10 mark the euro then fell back to $1.09. On the stock market, energy and IT stocks increased, offset by declines in sectors such as health care. Shares in handbag maker Kate Spade jumped about 8%, while Coach shares climbed almost 5%.

Summary: Stocks on Wall Street were flat on Monday, continuing a streak of days with little change in the markets.


The Trainwreck star will appear first at the Edinburgh Playhouse on 30 August, as part of a European tour. She will then play Manchester Apollo on 3 September and London's O2 Arena the following night. The 35-year-old tweeted news of the eight-city tour, which also includes a date in Dublin on 26 August, saying: "I'm going abroad!" Tickets for the UK dates go on sale on 10 June. The comic has won a number of awards for her TV series, Inside Amy Schumer, including an Emmy for best variety sketch series and Critics' Choice award for best actress in a comedy series. She will next be seen on the big screen in drama Thank You For Your Service, looking at how post traumatic stress disorder affects soldiers returning home from war, due for release later this year. She is also currently working on an untitled mother-daughter comedy alongside Goldie Hawn.

Summary: Comedian and actress Amy Schumer is to perform her stand-up show in the UK for the first time later this year.


A woman allegedly assaulted a number of people on a bus travelling into the city after initially verbally abusing an elderly Polish couple shortly before noon on Tuesday. Police also received a report of assault from the bus driver. A 57-year-old woman is being questioned about disorderly behaviour, assault on police and three common assaults. Sinn FÃ©in councillor Mary Ellen Campbell, said she was was struck during the incident. "There were other people on the bus - it was mainly elderly people - and some of them were quite visibly upset, some of them were actually crying," she said. "I think everybody was quite embarrassed that this happened on a bus in Belfast to these people who were obviously just visiting. "The two Polish people, they looked very, very shocked that this had occurred."

Summary: A woman has been arrested after a report of a hate crime on a bus in Belfast.


Police said the deceased teenager had been a student at the nearby Jeremiah Burke High School in the Dorchester neighbourhood of the city. Two of the injured were also teenagers, who suffered non-life-threatening injuries, police spokesman James Kenneally said. A woman in her 60s was also treated at the scene for a graze wound. Police Commissioner William B Evans urged the public to come forward with any information they might have about the incident, saying: "We can't let this happen in and around our schools." Students at the high school as well as three other schools were not allowed to leave after the incident unfolded. "One homicide is too many," Mayor Martin J Walsh said.

Summary: A teenager was shot and killed and three others were injured after gunfire broke out near a Boston high school.


The Lib Dems' John Leech won the Didsbury West, ending Labour's 100% control of the authority. Labour had held all 96 seats since 2014. Its candidate Barnaby Lane was beaten by 702 votes. Mr Leech, who was an MP for Manchester Withington before he lost his seat in the 2015 General Election, took 53% of the vote. "I couldn't be happier to be back on the council and back in a position to help local residents," he said. "Thank you so much to everyone who voted, supported and campaigned. This is a dream."

Summary: Labour has lost full control of Manchester City Council after the Liberal Democrats won one seat.


Well, new research suggests that cold water might be just as good as warm water! US scientists studied a group of volunteers and found that washing with cold water (15C) instead of hot water (38C) didn't make a big difference to how much bacteria was killed. Washing your hands regularly is really important to stop the spread of germs, which can make you ill. The team at Rutgers University looked at different things, like using more or less soap, to see whether they affected how effective hand washing was. They also said that using antibacterial soap instead of normal soap didn't make much difference either. But they did say that you should scrub your hands for at least 10 seconds.

Summary: Do you use hot or cold water when you wash your hands?


Grandparents Roger and Christine Solik, from Abercynon near Aberdare, moved to the country in 1981 after getting married in Wales the previous year. Police believe they were killed in an armed robbery at their farmland estate last month. A 43-year-old is due to appear in court in South Africa charged with murder, kidnap and robbery. Mrs Solik, 57, originally from Mountain Ash, was found bound 50 miles (80km) from her home in the Kwazulu-Natal province on 17 February. The body of her husband, 66, who suffered from Parkinson's disease, was found more than a mile from her. Their four children, Alexander and Gregory, 32, Jessica, 30, and Brendon, 29, issued a statement saying: "Our parents were inseparable and their relationship was something to aspire to."

Summary: A man has been arrested after a Welsh couple were found dead in a South African river.


The 29-year-old had a short-term loan deal at Bath earlier this season but is now back at the Championship outfit. Wales-born Allinson is a former Cardiff Blues number nine, but joined London Irish in 2010. "I'm really excited to be returning to Bath next year and looking forward to getting a solid pre-season under my belt," he told Bath's club website. "There is a great deal of competition and experience in the number nine shirt and that is something that brings the very best out of me as a player."

Summary: London Irish scrum-half Darren Allinson is to rejoin Premiership club Bath from this summer on a two-year contract.


The U's took the lead from a corner when Argyle defender Peter Hartley headed past his own keeper. Plymouth quickly levelled when Curtis Nelson headed in a Jake Jervis corner. The visitors led once more when Kemar Roofe rifled in his 21st of the season from 20 yards, before Argyle substitute Craig Tanner headed in from a corner to leave both sides with a point. Plymouth also saw striker Reuben Reid crash a header off the crossbar early in the second half, before seeing his follow-up cleared off the line by Jonjoe Kenny. Oxford also had a chance to win the game, but Nelson made a last-gasp tackle to deny Danny Hylton as he homed in on Luke McCormick's goal.

Summary: Plymouth twice came from behind to earn a crucial point against League Two automatic promotion rivals Oxford.


But the broader S&P 500 and the tech-based Nasdaq closed lower, ending a busy week of earnings results. The Dow added 0.2% to 21,830.31, while the S&P and Nasdaq were both down 0.1% to close at 2,472.09 and 6,374.68. Shares in online retail giant Amazon fell 2.56% after it surprised investors by reporting lower-than-expected profits. Profits for the April-to-June period fell 77% to $197m as the company invested in overseas expansion and new products and services. Shares in Goodyear sank more than 8% after the tyre maker's second-quarter sales fell short of expectations and the company cut its forecasts. Goodyear now expects sales at its tyre unit to fall by about 3.5% this year, compared with its previous forecast of no change.

Summary: The blue-chip Dow Jones held on to slim gains to close at a third consecutive record on Friday.


The 28-year-old, who helped Millwall win promotion to the Championship before his summer exit, will join subject to English Football League and Football Association ratification. Cummings scored three goals in 55 appearances in two seasons at the New Den, with two in 23 coming last term. He has also played for Chelsea, MK Dons, West Bromwich Albion and Reading. The Millers lost their opening game of the League One season to Fleetwood Town but won their EFL Cup tie against Lincoln City on Tuesday. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Rotherham United have signed free-agent full-back Shaun Cummings on a one-year deal after a successful trial.


Jon-Paul Pittman latched onto Andy Monkhouse's header to put Grimsby ahead but Giuseppe Sole headed Bruno Andrade's free kick to equalise. Amond struck his first of the night when he headed in Evan Horwood's cross and added to his tally soon after. Just before half-time, Amond struck from 25 yards out to make sure of all three points for the hosts. Media playback is not supported on this device Grimsby boss Paul Hurst told BBC Radio Humberside: "Three good goals. I thought they were good play and we've had a goal disallowed, plus a couple cleared off the line. "You just think is it going to be one of them nights and things going against you, but overall second-half I thought we were relatively comfortable. "It keeps us that bit of a cushion at the minute. But there are a lot of teams still interested in the play-offs."

Summary: Padraig Amond scored his 24th league goal of the season to help Grimsby Town to victory against Woking.


Humphrys, 19, made his Fulham debut in the 2-2 Championship draw with Derby in December and has gone on to make a further two first-team appearances. He had impressed for Fulham's under-23 side, scoring 12 goals in 13 Premier League 2 games so far this term. "It just seems like a really nice club to be at," Humphrys said. "The standard here is really good, there's some good players and hopefully the team will pull together." Humphrys is the third striker to join Shrewsbury on loan in January, following Crystal Palace's Freddie Ladapo and West Bromwich Albion's Tyler Roberts. Shrewsbury have also signed Hartlepool United defender Aristote Nsiala, Notts County winger Alex Rodman and Middlesbrough midfielder Bryn Morris. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: Shrewsbury Town have made their sixth signing of the January transfer window, adding Fulham striker Stephen Humphrys on loan for the rest of the season.


The atmospheric event, which is the Aurora Borealis' southern counterpart, occurs when cosmic rays or solar wind interact with earth's upper atmosphere. One photographer who captured images of the light show, David Magro, lives just north of Sydney on the New South Wales Central Coast. Mr Magro told the BBC he had been hunting the Aurora for several years. "I was by myself in the pitch black and I zoomed in, and [then] jumped up into the air and [started] talking to myself," he said. "I was over the moon, I couldn't believe this was happening."

Summary: Photographers on the east coast of Australia have captured incredible images of the Aurora Australis.


The incident happened in the Sighthill area of Glasgow at about 13:00 on Tuesday. The officer had been speaking to the driver of a red Vauxhall Astra when he suddenly threw the car into reverse. He then got out of his car in Alford Street and fled on foot. The police officer was unhurt. A Police Scotland spokesman said: "The officer did not require medical treatment and resumed duty following the incident. The man in the car then ran off. "Police are following a positive line of inquiry." The Scottish Police Federation has been made aware of the incident.

Summary: An attempted murder inquiry has been launched after a driver reversed, dragging a police officer down the street.


Lee Gregory fired over under pressure from Bradford's Reece Burke, while Devante Cole had a penalty appeal for the visitors turned down. Millwall keeper Jordan Archer was untroubled by Tony McMahon's long-range volley just after the hour mark. But Ben Williams had to produce a stunning save to prevent Shaun Williams firing Millwall in front from 18 yards. Millwall manager Neil Harris told BBC Radio London: Media playback is not supported on this device "It was two good sides in good form at the moment facing each other. "I think there was a lot of cancelling each other out, two game plans that were quite similar and we just didn't quite have the end product today. "We didn't have that zip about us but we're making small steps all the time."

Summary: Millwall climbed up to seventh with a point against Bradford as they kept a fourth clean sheet in a row at The Den.


Sir David Clementi, who led the review, said the current regulator, the BBC Trust, should be scrapped, with media watchdog Ofcom holding the BBC to account instead. He also said the BBC should have a single "board" to run its management. In February, a committee of MPs said such a board would not need to have a representative from Wales. But Sir David rejected that argument, saying there was a precedent dating back to 1952 of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland having their own voice in BBC decision making. "It has provided an important link between the BBC and the Nations it serves," said Sir David.

Summary: Wales should continue to be represented on a reformed BBC management board, an independent review has concluded.


The 21-year-old former West Ham trainee is the fifth new player to arrive at the Wham Stadium so far this summer. Shaw dropped into non-league football with Billericay and Dulwich Hamlet after he left the Hammers, but made 30 outings during his one year at the O's. "It's another opportunity for me to push on in my career," he told the Accrington website. "I just want to really push on now, do well for the club and hopefully we can get promoted." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Accrington Stanley have signed left-back Frazer Shaw on a two-year deal after his exit from Leyton Orient.


The body of David West, 70, who ran the HeyJo club in Mayfair, was discovered at an address in Ormond Yard behind Jermyn Street on Friday evening. His son, also called David West, 44, of Jermyn Street, will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Monday charged with murder. A post-mortem examination gave the cause of death as a single stab wound. Mr West senior made his fortune from a discount alcohol and tobacco business in Calais. He also owned the Abracadabra restaurant in Jermyn Street, near the HeyJo club. In 2007 Mr West hired Cherie Blair, the barrister and wife of former Prime Minister Tony Blair, to challenge the smoking ban that was about to come into force in enclosed public places in England.

Summary: The son of a nightclub owner has been charged with his father's murder after he was found stabbed in central London.


The report by Cardiff Business School warns of "implications for community representation" and says higher workloads could deter people from standing for election. Ministers have said that reorganisation plans will mean fewer councillors. A Welsh government spokeswoman said "effective community governance" is being considered. Dr James Downe, from the business school, was asked to evaluate the standard of scrutiny in local government. There are 1,264 local authority councillors in Wales - around 40 more than the number serving Scotland's larger population. But Dr Downe said reducing the numbers would make it harder for councillors to do their jobs properly. The Welsh government spokeswoman said ministers are "considering the legislation and consultation which will be required in preparation for local government reforms."

Summary: Cutting councillor numbers when local authorities are merged could damage democracy, an independent review says.


Former France Under-21 international Amavi cost £7.7m when he joined Villa from Nice in July 2015 on a five-year deal. The 23-year-old had looked set to move to Sevilla last month but that deal fell through. Villa winger Leandro Bacuna is also on the verge of leaving the club, manager Steve Bruce confirmed on Wednesday. Speaking to BBC WM 95.6 after his side's 2-1 EFL Cup win over Colchester, Bruce said: "We've agreed a fee with Marseille [for Amavi]. "There's a Championship club after Bacuna, that looks close to being over the line too." Curacao international Bacuna, who can also play at right-back, has been with the club since 2013 and has scored eight goals in 129 appearances. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Aston Villa left-back Jordan Amavi has signed for Marseille on loan with a view to a permanent move.


The former Wales international had his conviction for rape quashed at the Court of Appeal in London in April. A hearing to make trial arrangements in respect of Mr Evans, 27 will be held at Mold Crown Court on 27 May. The striker was originally convicted in April 2012 of raping a woman, 19, at a Premier Inn near Rhyl, Denbighshire. The former Sheffield United, Manchester City and Norwich player was released from jail in October 2014 after serving half of his five-year term. He always denied raping the woman. Mr Evans' case was referred to the Court of Appeal by the Criminal Cases Review Commission, which investigates possible miscarriages of justice in Wales, England and Northern Ireland. Judges said they had heard fresh evidence during the hearing on 22 and 23 March. The footballer has not been signed by a new club since his release from prison.

Summary: Footballer Ched Evans will find out a date for his new rape trial at a hearing later this month.


Friday's second singles rubber will be between Kyle Edmund and Vasek Pospisil. Jamie Murray and Dom Inglot will contest Saturday's doubles rubber against Daniel Nestor and Pospisil. Captain Leon Smith has confirmed world number one Andy Murray will not compete for Great Britain this weekend, saying it is the "right thing for him to do". "We all miss Andy because he is such a great influence on the team both on and off the court," said Smith. "Like we saw last year [in the match against Serbia when he watched as a spectator], he puts a lot of interest and care into this team." World number three Milos Raonic pulled out of the Canadian team with an injury, meaning the hosts are without a top-100 singles player.

Summary: Dan Evans will play 17-year-old Denis Shapovalov in the opening rubber of Great Britain's Davis Cup first-round tie against Canada in Ottawa.


The top of the vehicle struck the bridge on the A149 Cromer Road, North Walsham, at about 09:20 BST. Engineers from Network Rail were called to assess the damage to the bridge and trains were temporarily prevented from using it. Abellio Greater Anglia said normal service was resumed at 10:47, after the lorry had been removed. Trains were delayed by up to 10 minutes. The road was also closed in November when a lorry hit the bridge.

Summary: A lorry became stuck after hitting a railway bridge in Norfolk.


Stephen Longfellow, from Leeds, was last seen on Sunday when he spoke with walkers in Llanfihangel y Pennant, Gwynedd. Police found his car close to the Tryfan mountain and are concentrating their search there. The hunt will cover areas with crevices, dips and gullies for as long as there is light on Friday. Mr Longfellow's family have travelled to Snowdonia and are being supported by officers. North Wales Police said he had indicated he intended to go walking at Tryfan or the Snowdon Horseshoe route. His family alerted police when Mr Longfellow failed to return home on Thursday. Sgt Andy Davies said: "We are increasingly concerned for his welfare."

Summary: A mountain rescue team, search dogs and a helicopter are looking for a 64-year-old man missing in Snowdonia.


Moxey, 54, left as Norwich City chief executive in February after six months, having spent 16 years at Wolves. He represents the Championship on the board of the English Football League and the EFL on the board at the Football Association. Moxey said: "I'm honoured. I will do whatever I can to assist the club continue its remarkable success story." Chairman Ben Robinson added: "I'm delighted. He brings a wealth of experience at a number of high-profile clubs. I'm sure Burton will benefit greatly from his knowledge and expertise."

Summary: Former Wolves chief executive Jez Moxey has joined Championship side Burton Albion as a non-executive director.


A 1-0 victory over Uzbekistan on Thursday had given them a chance of at least advancing to a play-off stage. That match was played in Malaysia, where Syria's home games are being held because of the ongoing civil war in the Middle Eastern country. But the 1-0 loss in Seoul on Tuesday leaves them four points adrift of the third-place finish they need. Uzbekistan widened their lead over fourth-placed Syria with a 1-0 victory over Qatar, who remain bottom in Group A of Asian qualifying with three matches to play. South Korea's win, secured through a fourth-minute goal from Hong Jeong-ho, ensures they keep the pressure on group leaders Iran, who beat China 1-0 to go four points clear. The top two teams in the group qualify for next summer's World Cup in Russia. The third-placed team would have to win two play-off ties to advance.

Summary: Syria's hopes of reaching their first World Cup took a blow as they lost their latest qualifier in South Korea.


The 300-year-old Llanfair Clydogau bridge, near Lampeter, was closed earlier this month after one of its arches collapsed in adverse weather. The closure split the village, with residents having to make an eight-mile (13km) detour to get to the shops. Ceredigion council said it hopes to restore the grade-II listed bridge as "quickly as possible". The council is working closely with Cadw during the restoration, which it hopes will be complete by June 2016. Huw Morgan, the council's strategic director for sustainable communities, said: "Restoring and conserving such unique and historical landmarks like this bridge is very important to the heritage of Wales." Pedestrian access will be maintained during the work.

Summary: Work has started to repair a historical bridge in Ceredigion following a partial collapse.


Many on social media say the work looks more like former Republic of Ireland captain Niall Quinn than Ronaldo. The statue was revealed at a ceremony to name the island's airport after him. Portugal's president and the prime minister flew to the island to unveil the tribute to the player outside the terminal entrance. President Rebelo de Sousa said Ronaldo "projects Madeira and Portugal across the world far more than anybody else". The 32-year-old is a local hero in Madeira, where he is seen as a rags-to-riches success. He already has a museum about him in his hometown of Funchal. The player later said on Twitter: "Happy and honored to have my name given to the Madeira airport!" Ronaldo is not the first footballer to have an airport named after him. Belfast airport was named after former Manchester United player George Best in 2006, a year after he died.

Summary: Football fans have been questioning the resemblance of a statue of Cristiano Ronaldo unveiled on the Portuguese island of Madeira.


The Briton suffered the injury in last month's IBF world welterweight title loss to American Errol Spence Jr in front of his home crowd in Sheffield. Former world champion Brook, 31, underwent surgery last Friday. "I will talk to my team in the coming weeks about what we can do next and I am looking to get back into camp this summer," said Brook. It is the second time Brook has had surgery in nine months. He had an operation after breaking his right eye socket in a loss to Gennady Golovkin in September 2016, before returning to the ring on 27 May. "The last scan I had revealed the healing has started really well and the bone already looks strong," added Brook, who has won 36 of 38 fights. "So I expect to make a full recovery and I want to fight again in 2017."

Summary: Kell Brook says he wants to fight again in 2017 after a successful operation on his fractured left eye socket.


More than 40 firefighters from six appliances are tackling the blaze at Wymen Gordon at Houston Industrial Estate in Livingston. Specialist chemical support crews are also at the scene of the fire, which started just after 14:00. Houston Road has been closed to vehicles. The factory creates products for the aerospace and energy markets. A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesman said: "Specialist chemical support units are also in attendance and crews wearing breathing apparatus are using high-powered hoses to tackle the flames." A Police Scotland spokesman said: "A number of nearby premises have been evacuated and road closures are in place. "The public are advised to avoid the area and thanked for their patience and cooperation with emergency services at this time."

Summary: Hazardous material is on fire in a huge blaze at a factory in West Lothian.


Hampshire fire service said about 1,000 litres of milk came off the lorry on the A3024 at Bursledon. The service said it had sent its Hazard Area Response Team to the scene to prevent the milk from getting into nearby watercourses. The road has since reopened between the Windhover Roundabout and the B3033. Drains were blocked to contain the milk on the road and vacuum tankers were used to remove the milk from ditches to stop it getting into the watercourse. Mike O'Neill, from the Environment Agency said: "Milk has a big environmental impact because its so high in nutrients. "Bugs in the water use the oxygen to break those down and then there's no oxygen for the fish. "If the milk had got into the river, it would have been a really significant incident." The driver of the 44-tonne lorry is not believed to be injured.

Summary: A spillage of milk bottles led to the closure of a section of one of the major routes into Southampton city centre.


Police said they are treating the attack in the Castleton Gardens area as a hate crime. At about 00:30 on Sunday, 9 August, the teenager was approached by two men who told his friends to leave. He was then taken to an alleyway by the men, who stole his phone and bank card, stripped him and then violently assaulted him. Police said the victim walked to Antrim Road "covered in blood", before being taken to hospital. He was treated for grazes and bruises to his face and arms.

Summary: A teenage boy has been stripped to his underwear and assaulted in north Belfast.


Run by the Education Workforce Council (EWC), it also covers support staff and further education. The survey asks about being a teacher, the curriculum, workload, professional development and the Welsh language. EWC chairwoman Angela Jardine said: "It's a golden opportunity for staff across the country to express their opinion with the intention of influencing future education policy." The results are due to be published in January. Education Secretary Kirsty Williams said: "I want to work closely with the profession to help teachers be the best they can be, while raising the standing of the profession as a whole. "This pilot survey will provide a useful source of information for our national mission of education reform."

Summary: Teachers will be asked what they think of their profession in a new survey.


Ben & Jerry's tubs and Feast ice creams are among those whose portion size will shrink, according to a report in trade journal The Grocer. Unilever said the move was to help consumers "make healthier choices." From the spring, "single serving" portions will contain no more than 250 calories. Unilever's UK ice cream marketing director Noel Clarke said: "We have introduced this 250 calorie cap to help make it easier for our consumers to make informed and healthier choices when enjoying their favourite ice creams as part of a balanced lifestyle." Some products, worth Â£5.4m in sales, will be dropped altogether, The Guardian reported. Magnum Infinity Chocolate & Caramel, Magnum Infinity Chocolate, and Cornetto Choc 'N' Ball are some products that will melt away, the newspaper said.

Summary: Unilever, the multinational firm behind brands including Magnum and Cornetto, is to make all its ice creams aimed at adults smaller.


Richards, 34, is retiring at the end of the campaign and will leave the Dragons with nine tries in 21 games. The former Wests Tigers and Wigan player won Grand Finals in both Super League and the NRL. Carney, 30, will play no further part this term after he sustained knee ligament damage in a loss at St Helens. Former Australia and New South Wales half-back Carney has already had groin, rib, pectoral and calf injuries during his time in Perpignan. Losing both players could prove a crucial blow to Catalans' hopes of a top-four place, with prop Antoni Maria also unavailable for the rest of the year. Head coach Laurent Frayssinous is also without winger Jodie Broughton, who has a quad injury, for two weeks and back-rower Justin Horo, who faces three weeks out with an ankle problem.

Summary: Catalans Dragons winger Pat Richards has played his last game of rugby league, after a knee injury ended any further involvement in his last season.


An extensive air, sea and land search for Liam Day, 26, by police and coastguard crews began shortly after midday on Wednesday. Posting on Facebook, his partner, Emily Brown said: "Thanks for sharing information about Liam. However, it seems likely that he will not return." The coastguard said the search was currently suspended. Mr Day, from Southampton, is thought to have been climbing alone near Durlston Country Park on Tuesday. Police said enquiries were ongoing and have appealed to anyone who saw a man climbing the cliffs in the area to contact them. Climbing equipment was found west of Anvil Point on Wednesday.

Summary: A climber who failed to return from Dorset's Jurassic Coast is unlikely to be found alive, his partner has said.


Three queen bees and 30,000 bees were taken from three hives on the outskirts of Cemaes Bay, between 30 July and 4 August. And in the early hours of Thursday, about half that amount including a queen bee were stolen. Katie Hayward, from Felin Honey Bees, said she was "absolutely devastated" and extra security would be needed. "Beekeeping itself has become quite a popular hobby," she told BBC Wales. "The nucleus of bees - which is what they've taken - is a small amount of bees with the queen. "They are quite valuable, quite sought after and it's a quick ??170-180. You put those bees in a new hive, people can ask ??400 or ??500 for it. It's lucrative."

Summary: Bees have been stolen from an Anglesey farm for the second time in the past month.


Captain Sharp, who scored 30 goals to help achieve promotion from League One last season, has signed a two-year deal with midfielders Coutts and Basham. Full-back Freeman, 25, has penned a three-year deal after scoring 11 goals in 46 appearances in 2016-17. "We cannot underestimate how important it is to have them on board," Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder said. "We are looking for all four to step up a level and enjoy the challenges of the Championship." All four players made over 40 league appearances each last season as Wilder's side finished on 100 points to move back into the Championship after six seasons in the third tier.

Summary: Billy Sharp, Paul Coutts, Chris Basham and Kieron Freeman have signed new contracts with Sheffield United.


The prime minister had been suffering from a condition called otitis - also known as "swimmer's ear" - which causes inflammation of the ear canal. Downing Street said he had now recovered and was enjoying the rest of his summer break with his family. It is not the first time the PM has had an injury on holiday. He was stung by a jellyfish in Lanzarote last year. Mr Cameron is in Alvor, Portugal with his wife Samantha and their three children this year. According to the NHS, otitis causes redness and swelling of the external ear canal. It is often referred to as "swimmer's ear" because repeated exposure to water can make the ear canal more vulnerable to inflammation.

Summary: David Cameron has been treated for an ear infection which he picked up while surfing on holiday in Portugal.


The event, which was held for the first time last year, involves challenging scrambles on Aonach Eagach and Curved Ridge. It is the third and final event of the 2016 Skyrunner World Series Extreme competition. The two previous races in the series were held in Norway and Italy in August. Among those preparing to compete on Sunday are Fort William runner Finlay Wild, Glasgow-based Tom Owens and Edinburgh-based Jasmin Paris. Joe Symonds, of Glasgow, won the men's race and was first overall in last year's inaugural event. He finished the course in a time of seven hours, 36 minutes and 21 seconds. Sweden's Emelie Forsberg won the women's event and was placed second overall with her time of seven hours, 44 minutes and 19 seconds.

Summary: Final preparations are being made for Sunday's Salomon Glen Coe Skyline endurance running race.


The last flight out from Entebbe airport to London's Heathrow will depart on 3 October 2015, the UK carrier said. British Airways operates four flights a week to Entebbe. However, their rates are not as competitive as the ones offered by other airlines, says BBC Uganda analyst Alex Jakana. It offers the luxury of direct flights from Uganda to the UK, but some Ugandan travellers prefer to use airlines going via the Middle East, despite the longer journey time, he says. In a statement, British Airways said it was "sorry for any disruption" to travellers who had already booked their flights. Entebbe is Uganda's busiest and only international airport. Every week, at least 49 domestic flights and 490 international flights depart from there, according to the travel website Tripadvisor.

Summary: British Airways has said it is stopping all flights to and from Uganda as they are "no longer commercially viable".


Hylton, 27, was Oxford's third-highest scorer as the U's won promotion to League One but has turned down a new deal to remain in the fourth tier. Mullins, 30, made 51 appearances in all competitions this season but was released earlier this month. "Luton have got a fantastic style of play, especially since Nathan came on board," Hylton told the club website. "It's an honour to join Luton - it's a massive club." Mullins added: "When a club like Luton call, it was a no-brainer - I wanted to join. I've come to get promoted and play in front of some top-drawer fans."

Summary: League Two club Luton Town have signed Oxford United pair Danny Hylton and Johnny Mullins on two-year contracts.


Former Wolverhampton City Council employee Karen Corr, 54, and ex-Wolverhampton Homes worker Joanne Lewis, 50, face charges of conspiracy to commit fraud by abuse of position. Ms Corr, of Sandy Lane, Bushbury and Ms Lewis, of Victoria Road, Wednesfield are due before magistrates on 5 July. The council said it was supporting the police inquiry. A spokesman added: "The council and Wolverhampton Homes are aware of the charges that have been brought against former employees of each organisation and have supported the police fully in their enquiry." West Midlands Police said the victim's money was stolen from him over a two year period. Ms Corr and Ms Lewis, both from Wolverhampton, are due to appear at Walsall and Aldridge Magistrates Court next month.

Summary: Two women have been accused of an alleged fraud plot that resulted in a man with dementia losing £60,000.


Shanon Loveridge, 22, and Johnny Murphy, 25, both of Watford Road, St Albans, are to appear before St Albans Magistrates Court on 27 October. They are charged with holding a person in slavery or servitude and requiring another person to perform forced labour between April 2010 and September 2014. The pair were arrested in March following reports of human trafficking. They have been released on bail until their court appearance. The alleged offences are said to have been committed in St Albans. A 62-year-old woman has been released without charge.

Summary: Two people have been charged with slavery and forced labour offences in Hertfordshire.


They were left on Friday near Broadwood Road, Bestwood, in an old fence preservative container with a piece of wood on top. RSPCA inspector Dave McAdam said they were kept in cramped conditions with no access to food and water and could have been attacked by foxes or cats. "It is saddening that owners feel the need to abandon animals for whatever reason," he said.

Summary: Five chickens were found squeezed into a bucket and abandoned in an alleyway.


Judge Benny Osorio, who serves on the Los Angeles Superior Court, was freed on Thursday by an elite anti-kidnapping unit using intelligence information. The kidnappers were common criminals who had demanded $30,000 (£24,000) for his release, prosecutors say. Four suspected kidnappers have been arrested and firearms seized. The head of the Los Angeles Superior Court, Carolyn Kuhl, said she was "relieved" that her fellow judge had been freed. She added that the US state department and the FBI had worked with Colombian authorities to secure his release. The number of kidnappings has fallen sharply in Colombia as the government has successfully battled rebel groups over the past decade. A total of 213 people were abducted in the country in 2015, most of them by criminals demanding ransom, official figures show.

Summary: Colombian police have rescued a US judge who was abducted last week while on holiday in the historic seaside city of Cartagena, officials say.


The village hall for the twin villages of Garmouth and Kingston is believed to have suffered under-floor flooding due to the recent heavy rainfall. Moray Council said Thursday's polling place would now be set up in the lounge of the Garmouth Hotel. Polling will take place from 07:00 to 22:00 and signage will be in place at the village hall redirecting voters to the hotel.

Summary: A Moray polling station has had to be changed due to flooding.


The 21-year-old, who won two Commonwealth gold medals in 2014, swam 20.74 to beat the mark set by Foster in January 2001 by 0.39 seconds. "As soon as I nailed my turn, I knew it was going to be a fast swim but I didn't think it would be sub-21 seconds," Proud told swimming.org. The Plymouth Leander swimmer was racing at the ASA's winter meet in Sheffield. Two other British records fell at the meeting: Lizzie Simmonds swam the 100m backstroke in 56.35 seconds, while 16-year-old Imogen Clark recorded a time of 30.02 in the 50m breaststroke.

Summary: Ben Proud has broken Mark Foster's 14-year-old short-course 50m freestyle British record.


The food giant reported a net loss of $303m (Â£199m) in the third quarter of 2015, having made losses between the businesses of $8m the previous year. Kraft and Heinz merged in July and have since announced a number of cost-cutting measures including job cuts. On Wednesday, the company announced it would cut an additional 2,600 jobs and close seven factories in North America. It was part of plans to save $1.5bn in annual costs by the end of 2017. The company's shares were unchanged in after-hours trading on Thursday. Pro forma sales in the US, which compares sales of the merged group with those of the individual companies last year, were down due to falling sales of drinks such as Capri Sun and ready meals. Despite the loss, Kraft Heinz announced it was raising its dividend by 4.5% to 57 cents per share.

Summary: Kraft Heinz has reported wider losses in its first set of results as a single company.


The Englishman, 45, led Fiji's rugby sevens side to gold with a 43-7 win over Great Britain in the final at the Rio Olympics last August. He tweeted a picture of himself on the coin with the message: "Fiji's new 50c coin - what a journey I've had." Ryan was also given three acres of land in Fiji after helping the Pacific nation win their first Olympic medal. In addition he was awarded the Companion of the Order of Fiji, the highest honour in the country. Ryan coached England's sevens side from 2007 to 2013 and joined the Welsh Rugby Union as a consultant in January.

Summary: Olympic sevens winning coach Ben Ryan has been honoured with a commemorative 50 cent coin in Fiji.


The elderly woman was left shaken after the men entered her home in Balado, Kinross, at about 13:30 on Wednesday and made off with personal belongings. One suspect was about 18, with a tanned complexion and wearing a grey or blue jersey. The other was in his 20s, with brown eyes, short brown hair and a goatee beard, wearing a blue hoodie. Officers have appealed for information. Det Insp Wayne Morrison said: "This is a despicable crime targeting an elderly person in their home and inquiries are ongoing to trace the individuals responsible for this crime. "We would urge anyone who may have seen these man before or after the incident in the area to contact Police Scotland."

Summary: Police are investigating after a pair of thieves targeted a 76-year-old woman in her home in Perthshire.


The bodies of Nigel Henderson, 52, and Stacey Henderson, 35, were discovered at a house in Ruffets Close, Chepstow, on Friday morning. No-one else is wanted in connection with the deaths, which are being treated as unexplained. Mr Henderson's family said he would be "sorely missed", while Ms Henderson's relatives said she was "much loved". On Monday, Mr Henderson's family said in a statement, released by police, that he suffered from a "chronic illness" and his death was "untimely". "Nigel will be sorely missed by his children, his sister, two brothers and all his friends in Chepstow and his hometown of Bristol," the statement read. Ms Henderson's family said in a separate statement: "Taken from this life too early, our wonderful and much-loved daughter. "It is beyond belief and she will be forever in our hearts." Police were called to the address at about 11:50 BST.

Summary: A man and a woman found dead at a house in Monmouthshire have been named by Gwent Police.


Mazher Mahmood, 52, of Purley, south London, pleaded not guilty to perverting the course of justice at a hearing at the Old Bailey. His co-accused, Alan Smith, 66, a retired driver from Dereham, Norfolk, also pleaded not guilty to the charge. They will face a two week trial starting on 19 September. The pair have been accused of conspiring together to pervert the course of public justice between 22 June and 22 July 2014. The charge states that Mr Smith changed a draft statement he gave to police in the case of the former X Factor judge. The former News Of The World reporter, who often posed as a sheikh during his investigations, claims to have helped put more than 100 criminals behind bars during his 25-year career. The two men are currently on unconditional bail.

Summary: An undercover reporter known as the "Fake Sheikh" has denied he misled a court during the collapsed drugs trial of pop star Tulisa Contostavlos.


Rhyl coastguard team volunteer Andrea Keenan and her RNLI crew member husband Andy tied the knot at a secret ceremony and held their official celebrations at the weekend. The couple were given a traditional marriage salute by their coastguard colleagues. Andrea has been a volunteer with the coastguard for the past 15 years. After helping her to respond to 999 calls, Andy joined the Rhyl RNLI volunteer crew. Now both frequently help rescue people in difficulty off the north Wales coast. Coxswain Martin Jones of Rhyl lifeboat said: "Both the coastguards and the lifeboat crew are very proud of the happy couple, and wish Andrea and Andy all the best in their future life together".

Summary: A coastguard volunteer and lifeboat crew member have come together over their shared love of sea rescue.


Sophia Berni and Brodie Lawson cut the first sods for the £9.7m Broomlands Primary project in Kelso. Construction work is being carried out by McLaughlin and Harvey and is expected to be completed in 2018. The school, with a roll of about 250 pupils, will have 12 classrooms, early years centre, new games hall/dining room and upgraded playground. Councillor Sandy Aitchison said: "The current Broomlands building has served generations of pupils since it opened in 1980. "After 36 years, it is time for a modern school building to take its place, and I know pupils, parents and staff will be looking forward to moving in once work is completed." McLaughlin and Harvey is also currently working with Scottish Borders Council on the construction of Langlee Primary School in Galashiels, which is due to open in 2018.

Summary: The youngest and the oldest pupil at a Borders primary have marked the official start of work on a new school.


It's followed by Kingspan Stadium clashes with Exeter six days later and Clermont Avergne on 10 December. The return game against Clermont Avergne in France is on 18 December before a 13/14/15 January encounter with Exeter at Sandy Park Stadium. Ulster, who won the competition in 1999, complete their pool games at home against Bordeaux on 20/22/22 January. The Belfast side met French club Clermont in the 2011/12 competition with Ulster winning at Ravenhill before losing the return game. Leinster open their Pool 4 fixtures against Castres at the RDS on 15 October and on the same day Connacht go up against four-time winners Toulouse at the Sportsground. Racing 92 are first up for Munster in Pool 1 with the match at Stade Yves-Du-Manoir on 16 October.

Summary: Ulster will begin their European Champions Cup Pool 5 campaign against Bordeaux in France on 16 October.


Foreign royals, including the Crown Prince of Japan, attended the coronation ceremony in the capital, Nuku'alofa. A retired Australian minister performed the crowning as it is taboo for Tongans to touch their king's head. Former King George Tupou V died in March 2012. The coronation was the culmination of a week of festivities that included a traditional drinking rite, street parties and feasts. The ceremony, performed by 78-year-old retired Methodist minister D'Arcy Wood, drew thousands of Tongans and tourists. As well as Crown Prince Naruhito, the European royals Prince Georg von Habsburg of Hungary and Princess Marie-Therese von Hohenberg of Austria attended. Tupou VI, 55, ascended to the throne after his bachelor brother died. Tonga gained its independence from Britain in 1970 but the monarchy stretches back 1,000 years.

Summary: The king of the Pacific island nation of Tonga, Tupou VI, has been formally crowned, more than three years after ascending to the throne.


State-owned Indian Airlines and the private carrier Jet Airways will begin the extra flights from Thursday, a government statement said. A number of Arab countries, including Saudi Arabia and Egypt, have cut diplomatic ties with Qatar, accusing it of destabilising the region. Indians are the largest group of migrants in Qatar. The move came after India's Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathy Raju held talks with Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj, and assured her that additional flights would be operated to allow Indians who had been unable to book tickets, to return home. The government statement said Air India would run extra flights between the southern city of Trivandrum and Doha from 25 June to 8 July while Jet Airways will operate Mumbai-Doha-Mumbai flights on 22 and 23 June.

Summary: Two airlines will start operating extra flights to Doha, the Qatar capital to help stranded Indians return home.


Shannon Conn, 13, was part of the Ireland team, along with sheep farmer John Maginn. The teenager and her nine-year-old Collie dog, Bill, have been crowned Irish junior champions. The event, that showcases the best junior and senior sheep dog handlers, was shown on BBC One's rural affairs show Countryfile on Sunday. Shannon told BBC Radio Foyle that she enjoyed appearing on national television. "My dad gave me Bill as a Christmas present and he had him trained for me as well. "The dog is old enough now, so he knows what to do. "Bill is just one of a kind and he just does everything." Shannon's dad, Loughlin, said that he is extremely proud of her. "It is a joint competition. Shannon was picked as the young handler to compete with John. "The joint points went forward to put Ireland in the top spot. It is a great achievement."

Summary: A teenager from Magilligan is part of a duo that has clinched the top title in sheepdog contest One Man and his Dog.


The man was thought to have been struck by the van as he crossed Main Street in Bellshill at about 16:30 on Thursday. He was taken to Monklands Hospital where staff described his condition as critical. The driver of the van, a 31-year-old man, was left in shock following the incident. Police have appealed for witnesses to contact them. Sgt John Tait, of Police Scotland, said: "I would appeal to anyone who was on Main Street, close to Cross Orchard Way, on Thursday afternoon, to please get in contact if they witnessed this incident. "We are yet to establish whether contact was made with the van and the pedestrian, or if the man had fallen within the proximity of the vehicle. "We are still assessing opportunities to capture CCTV and information from the public could really help us in determining the circumstances surrounding the incident."

Summary: A 90-year-old pedestrian is in a critical condition after an incident involving a van in North Lanarkshire.


The Wave wants to build the facility on land at Over Court Farm in Almondsbury and Washingpool Farm in Easter Compton. A public consultation on the plans, which would create a freshwater lagoon on the 40 acre site, will run until 1 September. The finalised plans will then be submitted to South Gloucestershire Council. A spokeswoman for The Wave said if the plans were approved this year, the lake could be completed next year. A company based in San Sebastian in Spain would create the technology needed to generate waves of up to 1.5m (5ft) high. The Wave said it would be "joining forces" with an outdoor activity centre which already has an established business at the site.

Summary: Plans for a £6m artificial surfing lake near Bristol have gone on display to the public.


The Marches Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP), which secured the funding, said the agreement would also release £20m in private investment. The money is expected to help create thousands of jobs across the counties. It will also see funding for transport and road projects, which are expected to encourage more house building. Graham Wynn, Chairman of the LEP, said investment in transport schemes would help "unlock development sites" and "drive economic growth in the region". Initially, £12.8m is expected to be invested in Hereford and Telford over the 2015-16 financial year. Kuldip Sahota, leader of the Labour-controlled Telford and Wrekin council, said it was a "good deal" for the town. Other schemes over the next five years include transport projects in Shrewsbury and plans to improve skills across the Marches area, as well as access to broadband.

Summary: Some £75m is to be invested in Shropshire and Herefordshire over the next five years under a government deal.


HMS Hermes was sunk in 1914 by a German submarine in the Dover Strait, with the loss of 44 lives. A 56-year-old man, from Winchelsea, in East Sussex, and a 55-year-old from Teynham, in Kent, were arrested on suspicion of theft. Items believed to be from the ship were found during the arrests, police said. The Kent Police investigation was carried out alongside the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, the Marine Management Organisation, the Receiver of Wreck, Sussex Police, Historic England and the French authorities. PC Preston Frost of Kent Police said: 'We are proud of our close working relationship with our partner agencies and take a robust approach to ensuring important historical artefacts do not end up in the hands of people who are not entitled to them."

Summary: Two men have been arrested following reports "historic artefacts" were stolen from a sunken Royal Navy warship in the English Channel.


The police and ambulance service were called to All Saints DLR station in East India Dock Road shortly after midnight. The man, aged in his 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Metropolitan Police have launched a murder investigation. A spokesman said he may have been the victim of an assault. No arrests have been made. Officers from the Met's homicide and major crime command have been informed and enquiries continue, the force added. The victim has not yet been formally identified and next of kin are yet to be informed. A post-mortem examination will be held in due course.

Summary: A man has died after being "assaulted" in the early hours in east London.


Tony Kurt, 19, has contacted Metropolitan Police after seeing video appeals in English and Albanian for him to come forward, Sussex Police said. Mr Kurt is in Sussex being interviewed by police about his "ordeal". An appeal was launched after CCTV showed him being bundled into a car on 12 April. Three men have been charged as part of the investigation. Police said the car, a Vauxhall Astra, was found parked in Benett Avenue, Hove, on 16 April and is being forensically examined. Det Supt Jason Taylor said: "The investigation is continuing to move rapidly and we are making good progress." He appealed for anyone with information to contact police. At least two other men are still being sought, a police spokesman said. A 34-year-old man from Hove, arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to kidnap on 14 April was released on bail.

Summary: A man police believe was kidnapped off a street in Brighton has been found safe and well.