The section between Teewell Hill and west of Staple Hill tunnel was closed for bridge-widening work and for new foundations to be put in place. New pedestrian footways and improved cycle facilities were also installed. Mark King from South Gloucestershire Council apologised for any inconvenience to local people but stressed the work was "essential". "Additional work to complete the bridge widening improvements will continue over the next three months which will require short-term closures from time to time," he added. "Any such closures will be clearly signposted in advance and we will keep residents notified via our website and social media." During the path closure, South Gloucestershire Council also carried out "essential maintenance work" to the Staple Hill tunnel, which included re-pointing the arch and airshafts.

Summary: A narrow section of the Bristol and Bath cycle route has reopened as part of £80,000 improvements.


A disabled woman was rescued from her flooded home at Monument Road, in Woking. Crews were also called to about 30 other premises in Woking, West Byfleet and Reigate. Part of the Shah Jahan Mosque, in Woking, flooded, where some events for children have been cancelled. Head Imam Hafiz Saeed Hashmi said at least one hall would be reopen for Friday prayers. Surrey Police said "many" roads were flooded and warned motorists to drive with "care and courtesy". Several roads around Maybury were closed and diversions set up.

Summary: Flash floods in Surrey have affected dozens of homes and businesses, the fire service said.


The 21-year-old right-back joined the club in 2011 and is established in the starting line-up. He signed a long-term deal in July 2015 but had been linked with a move away, with his former club Barcelona - where he played in the youth teams - and Manchester City reportedly interested. "I have been here a long time, I feel like this is my home and this is the right thing to do," Bellerin said. "I am very happy to still be a Gunner for many more years." Bellerin has made 67 top-flight appearances, including 11 this season before he was ruled out for four weeks with injury.

Summary: Spain defender Hector Bellerin has signed a new long-term deal at Arsenal.


Her casket was borne up the city's Grand Canal in a black gondola to St Mark's Square. Ms Solesin was among the 89 people killed at the Bataclan concert hall. She had been there with her boyfriend, who survived the attack. Christian, Jewish and Muslim leaders spoke at the service. "I want to thank the religious figures... who are here together in this square as a symbol of our common humanity at a moment when fanatics try to turn a massacre into an honourable act by invoking a faith," Ms Solesin's father, Alberto, said during the service, according to Reuters. As well as her family, friends and boyfriend, Italian President Sergio Mattarella and Defence Minister Roberta Pinotti attended the service. Large crowds of Venice residents and tourists turned out in St Mark's Square to watch the service.

Summary: A state funeral has been held in Venice for the sole Italian victim of the 13 November Paris attacks, 28-year-old student Valeria Solesin.


The council's head of paid service, Ian Westley, replaces Bryn Parry-Jones who quit last October after a £277,000 severance deal was agreed. It followed a row over cash payments in lieu of pension contributions which the Wales Audit Office said were unlawful. He had been Wales's highest paid council chief, earning almost £200,000. His successor will be paid £130,000. It also emerged the council had been leasing a Porsche sports car for Mr Parry-Jones at the cost of £2,368 a month. The former chief executive had used "underspend" from his car leasing deal in previous years towards the lease for the car. The council paid £8,600 to cancel the contract for the Porsche Panamera when he left his post.

Summary: Pembrokeshire council has appointed a new chief executive after months of controversy.


Three men aged 53, 20 and 17, and a woman, 53, were arrested over the death of the man, believed to be in his 40s and from Oxfordshire. The victim was found with a stab wound in a silver Ford Fiesta car off Gelders Hall Road in Shepshed. A 22-year-old man who was arrested earlier has been released. The victim, who has not been officially identified, died at the scene. Police were initially called to a road crash at the industrial estate where they found the man. Detectives continue to appeal for sightings of the victim's silver Ford Focus car in the Shepshed area on Thursday evening and for sightings of two males seen running out of the industrial estate. They were seen to turn right out of the entrance, and then turned right again heading back into the estate.

Summary: Four people have been arrested on suspicion of murdering a man found dead in a car on an industrial estate on Thursday evening.


Stanford finished 11th on her return to action in the World Series on Sunday, 11 June. That race in Leeds was 2013 world champion Stanford's first Olympic distance race since finishing fourth at the 2016 Rio Olympics. She tweeted: "Disappointed to have to withdraw from European Champs." Stanford added: "Good luck all of @BritTri racing. But for me now is 'ahead only'." The Swansea-born athlete had been been feeling unwell since competing at a World Series event in Yokohama in May. Stanford won the Chengdu World Cup sprint distance event in the same month. Find out how to get into triathlon in our special guide.

Summary: Welsh triathlete Non Stanford has withdrawn from the European Championships in Kitzbuhel, Switzerland at the weekend due to illness.


The fire affected two transmission lines and caused the collapse of the electricity system across the island, officials say. Supply is expected to be restored to most areas on Thursday. Puerto Rico's Electric Power Authority has been undergoing restructuring and is seeking funds to update what it says is outdated equipment. The fire department said it had extinguished the blaze at the power plant in the south of the island, which serves most of the island's 3.5 million people. The cause of the fire is still unclear. There was traffic chaos as the outage forced schools and businesses to close earlier, reports say. The blackout also caused 15 fires across Puerto Rico as a result of malfunctioning generators.

Summary: A big fire at a power plant has left 1.5 million people without electricity in the US territory of Puerto Rico.


A 45-year-old man was seriously assaulted outside the Anchor Bar in Paisley at about 21:30 on Saturday. He was taken to the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH) where his condition was described as stable. In the second incident, a 30-year-old man received facial injuries after being attacked on Graham Street in Johnstone at 00:40 on Sunday. He also had lacerations to his head and was also taken to the RAH. Police Scotland confirmed that the incidents were not connected, and appealed for witnesses.

Summary: Two men have been taken to hospital following unconnected serious assaults in Renfrewshire.


Very few analysts believe the Fed will raise rates at the meeting, but the focus will be on whether it gives any clues as to the timing of an increase. The Dow Jones closed 0.13% lower to 17,623 points, while the wider S&P 500 closed 0.19 lower to 2,071.2 points. The tech-focused Nasdaq closed up 0.06% to 5034.7 points. Shares in Apple closed down 3.2%, a day before the company is due to release its latest quarterly results. Shares in car parts and repair company Pep Boys jumped 23% and closed just above that, after tyre firm Bridgestone said it was buying the company for $835m.

Summary: (Close): US shares closed mixed, with investors expected to remain cautious until the US Federal Reserve meeting on Wednesday.


The driver suffered relatively minor injuries to his face and neck when the car came to rest on top of the 7ft (2.1m) high fence in Dudley. The man, thought to be in his 50s, was lying across the front seats of the car when found. Fire crews had to stabilize it before he could be freed. Ambulance staff said it was "remarkable" he was not more seriously hurt in the crash at about 08:30 GMT. "Remarkably, the man, who remained conscious throughout, had escaped serious injuries but was treated for minor injuries to his face, neck pain and a suspected fractured collarbone," an ambulance spokesman said. The fence was close to a scaffolding yard, so fire crews used equipment from there to get the car stable, a fire spokesman said.

Summary: A pick-up landed on top of a fence after crashing in the West Midlands.


The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) MLA has said he will not contest the assembly election in May. Instead, he will concentrate on his role as MP for East Londonderry, a post he has held since 2001. The law banning people from holding dual mandates is due to to come into force after May's assembly election. Mr Campbell became the last politician to hold seats in both Westminster and Stormont when his party colleague Sammy Wilson and the then Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP) leader Alasdair McDonnell quit the assembly last summer. M Campbell said that if he had decided to remain at Stormont it would have meant an expensive Westminster by-election. "Choosing the right moment to move was always difficult, but given my approach to building for the future while not letting others rewrite the past I have decided that this is the best time," he said.

Summary: Gregory Campbell, the last of Stormont's double-jobbing politicians, is to stand down from the Northern Ireland Assembly.


It is understood he was found in a block of flats in the centre of the village on Monday. Local MLAs said they believed his death was drugs-related. A post-mortem examination will take place on Wednesday. A 26-year-old man was arrested and bailed following the discovery of Mr Taylor's body. The man was arrested on suspicion of possessing a medicinal product without prescription, supplying a medicinal product without prescription and a breach of bail offence. The death of Mr Taylor follows the death of 21-year-old Amy Reid in the same block of flats three weeks ago. Two men and a woman were arrested following her death in relation to drugs. They were later released on police bail.

Summary: The man who died in the County Tyrone village of Coagh has been named locally as 39-year-old Darren Taylor.


Sousa, 22, joined Accrington on 13 February, but registration issues meant the former Portugal Under-19 international did not play a game. He made 30 appearances for Slovenia's NK Celje last season, after spending the 2013-14 season at Barnsley. "He has good pace so will add something to the squad we already have here," Tranmere manager Micky Mellon said. Mellon was on the coaching staff at Barnsley during Sousa's time at Oakwell. Tranmere are third in the National League, two points off the automatic promotion places with 10 matches left to play.

Summary: Tranmere Rovers have signed Portuguese winger Erico Sousa from Accrington Stanley for the rest of the season.


Two people who were travelling on the microlight are feared to have died. The Ikarus C42 disappeared after leaving City of Derry Airport for Scotland on Thursday. Wreckage, including the tail fin, was discovered by a Dublin couple who were on holiday in their yacht, 1km off the coast. The search was called off on Friday night due to poor visibility, but has now resumed. Insp Michael McDonnell said: "PSNI are co-ordinating the operation to recover the missing microlight aircraft from the sea off Glenarm. "PSNI officers and members of a community search and rescue team are involved in the operation."

Summary: Searches are continuing off the coast of County Antrim following the discovery of wreckage from a missing light aircraft.


The Imagination Library was launched in 2007 as the first arm of a project pioneered in the US. It encourages children under five to read by sending them a free book every month, with more than 80% of the town's under fives signed up to the project. The council said the scheme was facing closure because of budget cuts. Since 2008 over 28,000 children have joined the library, with the current membership standing at 13,000 children. The authority said it cost Â£387,000 a year to run the service and it could not longer afford it because it had to make savings of Â£23m in the next financial year. A final decision will be made after the month-long consultation. If closure is agreed, the council said the library would stop in December.

Summary: People's views are wanted on plans to axe a children's reading scheme in Rotherham which was backed by US country singer Dolly Parton.


Researchers have discovered a new species of spider living in caves in Mexico. They noticed its unusually large size and two terrifying red fangs - ewwwwww! Our emoji face right now is definitely the monkey covering its eyes. The spider was first spotted back in 2013 but it's taken four years for scientists to officially confirm it as a new species. It's called the "Sierra Cacachilas wandering spider" and is in the same family as the much-feared, venomous Brazilian wandering spider. Get this - the spider can grow up to 10cm in length. Remind me not to go to a cave in Mexico any time soon!

Summary: If you're scared of spiders, then you wouldn't want to meet this hairy creature in a dark place!


One of manager Malachy O'Rourke's key players will be sidelined for 12 weeks with torn medial knee ligaments. Hughes, 30, suffered the injury during a game for his club Scotstown at the weekend and scans on Wednesday confirmed the extent of the damage. Monaghan, Ulster champions in 2013 and 2015, open this year's campaign against Fermanagh on Saturday 20 May. Hughes told the Irish News he will be forced to undergo surgery if the injury fails to respond within the next four weeks, which would rule him out for the year. "It's not the cruciate so I suppose that's kind of a bonus," he said. "At the minute I don't need surgery - they were afraid of a full rupture but they don't think it is so. I've just to look after it and hopefully it'll heal well."

Summary: Monaghan's challenge for the Ulster Senior Football title has been hit by the loss of midfielder Darren Hughes.


The 24-year-old central defender damaged the ligaments in her left ankle during Wednesday's 1-0 away defeat by Brescia in the Champions League. A scan has now revealed Bonner will be out of action for eight to 12 weeks. The Women's Super League ended last week but she will miss the Continental Cup semi-final on Sunday and Wednesday's return leg against Brescia. Liverpool have sustained a large number of long term injuries to key players this season, including England midfielder Fara Williams and Nigerian forward Asisat Oshoala. Manager Matt Beard admits Bonner's absence is a further set back. "To lose Gemma at such an important part of the season is a big blow and again highlights how unlucky we have been with injuries this season," he said. "Losing Gemma means we now have eight senior players who are unavailable through injury, which makes our next two games even tougher."

Summary: Liverpool Ladies captain Gemma Bonner will miss the remainder of the season with a serious ankle injury.


Josh Davey took four wickets as the Scots prevented the Dutch reaching their target of 149. Davey ended a 53-run opening partnership between Ben Cooper and Michael Rippon and Con de Lange's two for 17 also proved crucial. Earlier, all-rounder Richie Berrington top-scored for Grant Bradburn's side with 38 runs as they reached 148-7. The Scots beat opening Group B opponents Hong Kong on Saturday and the top two from the two four-team sections will progress to the semi-finals. In Group A, Ireland recovered from an opening loss to Afghanistan by beating Namibia.

Summary: Scotland beat the Netherlands by seven runs to claim their second Desert T20 Challenge victory in Abu Dhabi.


Virtanen joins from Finnish Premier Division side IFK Mariehamn, and has represented Finland at under-21 level. "Otso is someone we've been tracking for a while and I'm delighted that we have concluded the deal," head coach Alan Stubbs told the club website. "He is a keeper with lots of potential that we're looking forward to developing." The 6ft 5in goalkeeper becomes Hibernian's fifth signing of the January transfer window, following the additions of strikers Chris Dagnall and Anthony Stokes, defender Niklas Gunnarsson and midfielder Kevin Thomson.

Summary: Hibernian have signed 21-year-old Finnish goalkeeper Otso Virtanen on a three-and-a-half-year deal.


The 31-year-old has moved to Sixfields on a free transfer after making 26 appearances for the Shakers last term. Ex-Luton, West Brom and Wigan defender Barnett has played more than 300 senior matches and has signed following the departures of Zander Diamond, Gabriel Zakuani and Rod McDonald. "Northampton are a team going forward," Barnett told BBC Radio Northampton. "I think (manager Justin Edinburgh) is trying to bring more experience at the back, that physical presence and hopefully I can bring that to the team and help them push up the table." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Northampton Town have signed centre-back Leon Barnett from fellow League One side Bury on a two-year deal.


McDermott first took on the post with the USA Hawks last July, sealing qualification for the tournament with wins against Jamaica and Canada. The 46-year-old has become one of the most successful coaches in Super League, with three titles and two Challenge Cup wins as Leeds boss. "I'm very pleased to have been invited to continue my role," he said. "What's already been achieved is the result of a lot of hard work and commitment, with much more preparation required. "I'm looking forward to working alongside a dedicated group of people that have demonstrated the desire to succeed and are willing to make the necessary changes in order to adapt." Former Salford, North Sydney Bears and Canberra Raiders forward Sean Rutgerson will also continue as assistant coach.

Summary: Leeds Rhinos head coach Brian McDermott will take charge of the United States at the 2017 Rugby League World Cup.


The southbound carriageway between junctions 4 and 3 near Coventry will be shut from 22:00 and 06:00 GMT. There will also be a 50mph speed limit on a half-a-mile section of the northbound carriageway around the Meridien Road bridge Diversions will be in place while the resurfacing work is done and drivers are urged to allow extra journey time. Purnima Kaul, from the Highways Agency said: "We need to resurface a number of sections of the carriageway. "As all lanes and the hard shoulder will be affected the only way to do this safely is under a full closure. "Road users should therefore allow extra time for their journey and familiarise themselves with the diversion before setting off."

Summary: Part of the M6 is to be closed overnight for two weeks for repairs, the Highways Agency said.


The 55-year-old will take charge after this summer's Rio Olympics, where under-20s boss Micale will coach the host nation's team. Tite won two league titles, the Copa Libertadores and the World Club Cup while coaching Corinthians. Dunga's second spell as national boss ended last week when he was sacked after Brazil were knocked out of the Copa America at the group stage. Corinthians president Roberto de Andrade said last week that Tite had accepted an offer from the Brazilian Football Confederation (CFB). A "furious" Andrade added: "They didn't even call us once." Tite has coached 13 clubs including Gremio, Atletico Mineiro and Palmeiras in Brazil, and Al Ain and Al Wahda in the United Arab Emirates.

Summary: Tite has been named as the new Brazil coach after the sacking of Dunga.


The boy was found by his parents with a broken nose and covered in cuts and scrapes at about 17:00 GMT on Monday. He was treated at Royal Bournemouth Hospital where his condition was described as "not life-threatening". Dorset Police said the boy had gone out to play on the Keeble Estate in Northbourne but could not remember what had happened to him. PC Grant Sleight, of the force's traffic unit, said: "It is not clear how this young boy sustained his injuries and he is not able to recall what happened. It is possible that he could have been injured in a collision with a car or other vehicle. "I am appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time and could help us piece together exactly what happened last night, to please call me on 101. "All calls will be treated in strict confidence."

Summary: A six-year-old boy has been seriously injured in a suspected hit-and-run incident in Bournemouth.


Media playback is not supported on this device Cavendish had a terrific year on the bike, winning five stages of the Tour de France to take the green jersey, which is worn by the leader in the points competition. He followed that by being crowned world road race champion after a dominant performance in Copenhagen. BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2015 is broadcast live from Belfast on Sunday, 20 December from 19:00 GMT on BBC One. Further coverage on BBC Sport's online platforms and Radio 5 live.

Summary: In 2011, cyclist Mark Cavendish was crowned Sports Personality of the Year.


It's part of the devolution deal that takes decision-making from Westminster to our region, on important issues such as housing and transport. The metro mayor will represent Birmingham, Coventry, Dudley, Sandwell, Solihull, Walsall, and Wolverhampton. Six candidates have been announced and we are inviting you to use the form below to send us your questions about the new role. The BBC Listen Up bus will be at the following locations to hear your questions and thoughts about the upcoming election. Monday, April 10: Pipers Row Wolverhampton 09:00-13:00 Tuesday, April 11: Sandwell Park Farm at Sandwell Valley Country Park 10:00-16:00 Wednesday, 12 April: Merry Hill in Dudley 10:00-16:00

Summary: On 4 May 2017, voters in the West Midlands will choose their first 'metro mayor'.


Darlington left Wrexham in May 2015 and re-joined Welsh Premier League champions New Saints later that year. "I'm delighted to get Darlo in, as he's someone who can help me personally, someone I can learn from and develop," Wrexham boss Dean Keates said. "He is a local lad, the club means everything to him." Darlington will do the job part time, combined with his role as head of coach education for the Welsh Football Trust. He was previously assistant manager at the Racecourse to Kevin Wilkin and was briefly caretaker following Wilkin's departure. He left the club when Gary Mills was appointed in April 2015.

Summary: Wrexham have re-appointed Carl Darlington to their coaching staff as the Football Association of Wales coach returns to his hometown club.


Cambridge's 2-0 loss meant they stayed 12th in League Two, five points off the play-off places. "We have seven games to play and we have to play every single one like it is our last game," Derry told BBC Radio Cambridgeshire. "I never felt that we had a belief that we could back Saturday's point [a goalless draw with Stevenage] up." Cambridge, who lost Blackburn loanee defender Scott Wharton to a hamstring injury during the warm-up, could only name five of a maximum seven players among their substitutes for Tuesday's game. The U's were also without winger Piero Mingoia and forward Adam McGurk for the match, adding to a lengthy injury list that also includes striker Uche Ikpeazu. "When the likes of Piero and Adam can't play it alters things, but it doesn't take away from a poor performance," added Derry. "I can't wait for certain people to be back."

Summary: Cambridge United manager Shaun Derry says his side lacked belief in Tuesday's defeat at Accrington Stanley.


The 18-year-old has made 17 appearances for Everton this season, including 10 Premier League starts. He scored his first senior goal for the Toffees during their 4-0 win over Manchester City in January. "It means everything to me to get a chance to be in the Everton first team and to try to stay there," Davies told the club website. Davies made his Everton debut in the final game of the 2015-16 season after playing for the academy. "Hopefully, young players in the academy can see how I have been able to progress and make my way to the first team," Davies added.

Summary: Everton's teenage midfielder Tom Davies has signed a new five-year contract with the Premier League side.


Two people were taken to hospital after the blast in Burn Street Lane in Bonhill on Friday. Police Scotland said it received calls describing an explosion while images posted on social media showed the wall and roof of the first-floor flat largely destroyed. One man is being treated for burns and another suffered smoke inhalation. Police and the fire service are investigating the cause of the fire and some nearby properties have been evacuated while gas mains in the area are checked. A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "Emergency services remain at the scene and a joint investigation with police and the fire service is to be carried out. "West Dunbartonshire Council has set up a rest centre for those evacuated from their homes."

Summary: Investigations are continuing into the cause of an explosion and fire at a flat in West Dunbartonshire.


The collision, which involved a Ford Focus and a Renault Clio, happened on the A98, about a mile east of Portsoy, at about 16:50. One person was airlifted to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary with serious injuries. Another person was taken to the same hospital with injuries that are not believed to be serious. The road was expected to be closed for some time. Diversions have been put in place.

Summary: Two people have been taken to hospital following a serious crash in Aberdeenshire.


Khader Adnan, 37, an Islamic Jihad activist, had been held for more than a year without charge under the Israeli "administrative detention" policy. The hunger strike had left him in critical condition. He ended it on 28 June following a deal with Israel securing his release. Gaza-based Islamic Jihad had threatened violence if he died. Mr Adnan was arrested as part of a wave of Palestinian detentions following the kidnap and murder of three young Israelis in June 2014. Mr Adnan, who comes from Jenin in the occupied West Bank, has been arrested a number of times by Israel. He previously held a hunger strike in 2012 to secure his release. Under "administrative detention" Israel can hold suspects indefinitely for renewable six-month periods. The controversial measure has been criticised by human rights groups.

Summary: Israel has freed a Palestinian prisoner who had held a 56-day hunger strike in protest at his detention.


Johnson, 21, joined the League Two strugglers in time to start against Mansfield on Tuesday. The forward scored 59 goals for Gainsborough in the Northern League last term, earning him a summer move to Championship side Cardiff, where he has yet to feature at senior level. "He's a fantastic goalscorer who'll be a real threat for us," Rovers boss Micky Adams told the club website. He is the second signing made by new boss Adams, following the arrival of Armand Gnanduillet from Chesterfield on Monday.

Summary: Tranmere have signed Cardiff striker Danny Johnson on a one-month loan deal.


Ash from the Colima volcano is falling on local communities, and authorities have sealed off a 12km (7.5 mile) area. The local airport has also been closed. Mexico's interior ministry said the volcano was showing signs similar to a major eruption in 1913. Activity at the volcano began to intensify last Thursday. Since then, explosions have been heard on its southern and south-western slopes and columns of ash have spewed 2.8km into the sky. "The communities in this 12km radius are very small and don't exceed 800 inhabitants. They have all been evacuated," said civil protection co-ordinator Luis Felipe Puente. The village of Yerbabuena, at the foot of the mountain, was said to be buried in up to 5cm (nearly two inches) of ash. Rain was making conditions worse. The Colima volcano is also known in Mexico as the Volcano of Fire.

Summary: Hundreds of people have been evacuated from villages around a volcano in western Mexico amid fears of a major eruption.


The University Hospitals of North Midlands said critical care beds at both its sites in Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford are at full capacity. Whilst this has affected a small number of people, it includes patients with "very serious conditions". The trust is asking surrounding hospitals to help cope with what it calls unprecedented pressures. Updates on this story and others in Staffordshire "Whilst we are all used to working within a very busy environment, instances of both Influenza A and B have put unprecedented pressures on our critical care capacity," Robert Courteney-Harris, trust chief executive said. "This has blocked out a whole isolation POD and, as these patients require specialist one-to-one nursing care, this has had a significant impact on the available bed capacity." Surgeons will be keeping in touch with their patients and will reschedule appointments as quickly as possible, the trust added.

Summary: Hospital operations have been cancelled in Staffordshire due to an outbreak of flu.


Two FSB officers were accused of conspiring with two alleged criminal hackers in a Department of Justice indictment announced on Wednesday. The charges are believed to be the first that the US has filed against Russian government officials. Yahoo's 2014 breach affected 500 million user accounts. "As we have said repeatedly, there can be absolutely no question of any official involvement by any Russian agency, including the FSB [intelligence agency], in any illegal actions in cyberspace," said spokesman Dmitry Peskov. US officials have alleged that two FSB officers, Dmitry Dokuchaev and Igor Sushchin, colluded with Karim Baratov and Alexsey Belan, who has been on the FBI's most wanted list for more than three years. Besides orchestrating the breach, the indictment alleged that Yahoo accounts accessed without authorisation were used to launch a spam campaign.

Summary: The Kremlin has denied allegations by US authorities that the FSB intelligence agency was involved in a huge data breach affecting Yahoo.


Its administrators announced last week that they were in exclusive talks with YGM about the sale of the business. They have sold the brand and assets including UK stores, concessions and the head office, preserving 100 jobs. Talks are continuing about the sale of the factory in Corby and concessions in Spain and Canada. The administrators said they hoped to reach a deal on the sale of the factory within the next two weeks. "We are delighted to announce the sale of Aquascutum, safeguarding the jobs of over 100 employees and the presence of the iconic Aquascutum brand in the United Kingdom," said joint administrator Geoff Rowley. "We hope that under new ownership the Aquascutum brand and business will have the best opportunity of success and growth both in the UK and worldwide."

Summary: Luxury clothing brand Aquascutum has been sold for £15m to a subsidiary of Hong Kong-listed YGM Trading, which already owns the brand in Asia.


Melbourne Cup winner Mark Kavanagh and Danny O'Brien join Peter Moody, trainer of Black Caviar, in facing inquiries over the use of cobalt chloride. Media playback is not supported on this device Kavanagh won Australia's biggest race in 2009 with Shocking, while Moody won 25 straight races with Black Caviar. Racing Victoria is investigating and says horses trained by the trio exceeded the permitted cobalt levels. "Our investigations will determine whether any or all of the trainers will be charged with a breach of the rules of racing," said Racing Victoria chairman of stewards Terry Bailey. "They have the presumption of innocence and are free to continue racing at this time." Three of O'Brien's horses, and one each trained by Moody and Kavanagh, failed tests after urine samples were taken last year. Danny O'Brien Mark Kavanagh Peter Moody

Summary: Two more leading Australian trainers are under investigation after horses failed drugs tests.


AJG has grown from delivering 20 packages a day 20 years ago to making 9,000 deliveries and 800 pick-ups daily. It has 140 staff and a fleet of more than 100 vehicles fitted with GPS equipment. The firm also runs depots at Linwood near Glasgow, Dunoon, Lochgilphead, Oban and Fort William. Its area includes the Western Isles and Orkney. Forsyth Black, managing director of Menzies Distribution, said: "The purchase of AJG is an important step in our ongoing journey to build on our newspaper and magazine distribution business. "It is especially significant because it allows us to participate in the fast-growing market of parcel delivery and collection."

Summary: Inverness-based delivery company AJG Parcels has been acquired by logistics firm Menzies Distribution.


The 25-year-old met his team-mates and club staff on Friday. Hull said there is no timescale on the England international's return to playing. Mason said he felt "lucky to be alive" after having surgery following a clash of heads with Chelsea defender Gary Cahill on 22 January. After eight minutes of treatment on the pitch, he wore an oxygen mask as he was carried off on a stretcher. Mason had surgery at St Mary's Hospital in London, where he spent a week following the match. The incident happened as Hull's record signing attempted to head the ball clear of his own box following a cross from Pedro. Mason got to the ball a split second before Cahill, who was already committed to his attempted header, and the pair collided.

Summary: Hull City midfielder Ryan Mason has returned to the Premier League club's training ground for the first time since fracturing his skull in January.


Nine on-the-spot fines were issued for littering, cycling on footpaths and people not wearing seatbelts in cars. Four lorry drivers were formally warned about faults and three scooters were taken off the road. On Wednesday night, officers also carried out liquor licence checks and an anti-social behaviour patrol in Delancey Park. Insp Clare Cuthbert said officers may get tasked to do similar operations around the island. She said: "We often get the comments 'have you got nothing better to do?' and what my instructions to the officers involved was that the community office has been asked and tasked by the community to go and address these problems. "In fact a couple of members of the public actually went to the officers afterwards and thanked the officers, certainly about cycling on the footpath as that seems to be an issue for members of the public."

Summary: Guernsey Police has hailed a high-profile crackdown on offences in the north of the island a success.


She beat off competition from 19 other finalists from across the world to take the title. The week-long competition was whittled down to five for Sunday's final at Cardiff's St David's Hall. Ms Koutcher will take home the coveted trophy, Â£15,000 prize money, and will perform a new piece by composer John Lunn at the BBC Proms 2016. Meanwhile, Amartuvshin Enkhbat from Mongolia won the Audience prize. The finalists who missed out on Sunday evening included Lauren Michelle from the United States, Oleksiy Palchykov from the Ukraine, and Jongmin Park from South Korea. Devised in 1983, the competition is designed to find the talented classical singers of the future.

Summary: Nadine Koutcher from Belarus has been crowned BBC Cardiff Singer of the World.


Rescuers have been searching for people trapped after Monday's incident at Geoje near Busan. The victims are understood to be subcontractors working for shipbuilder Samsung Heavy Industries. The incident has shocked South Korea which has a relatively low rate of industrial accidents. The oil platform was being built for French firm Total, for use in its Martin Linge oil field in the North Sea off Norway. "The crane fell onto the platform's well bay module, where the people were working," Total spokesman Leif Harald Halvorsen told Yonhap. "For the time being, all work at the yard has been stopped and the investigation is ongoing." He added no Total employees were among those killed or hurt. Samsung Heavy Industries is the world's third biggest shipbuilder, and is also involved in other engineering work.

Summary: A crane collapse at a South Korean shipyard run by Samsung has killed six people and injured more than 20 others, says the Yonhap news agency.


About 20 Addicks fans travelled to Sint-Truiden, another club owned by Duchatelet, and protested at their home league game with Zulte Waregem. A section of supporters have questioned his motives and expressed their anger at the turnover of managers, the club's recruitment strategy and the role of chief executive Katrien Meire in running the club. Fans have formed a group called Coalition Against Roland Duchatelet (CARD). Supporters protested inside and outside The Valley for Charlton's dramatic 4-3 defeat by Reading, which kept them bottom of the Championship. The fans who travelled to Belgium, where Duchatelet's side lost 2-1, brought flyers in English and Dutch to hand out. Earlier this week, former Charlton striker Yann Kermorgant - who now plays for Reading and scored twice in Saturday's game - said the owner's vision for the Championship club was "deluded".

Summary: Charlton fans protested against Roland Duchatelet's running of the club on Saturday - both at The Valley and in the owner's native Belgium.


Schools were ordered to stay closed and shelters have been set up in the states of Guerrero and Michoacan. Carlos was downgraded to a tropical storm on Sunday, but meteorologists said it could again reach hurricane-level strength by Tuesday. Guerrero was badly hit by Tropical Storm Manuel in September 2013, with thousands of people left stranded. Guerrero state officials said more than 500 shelters were ready to receive residents. Acapulco, the largest city in the state, closed its port. The Miami-based US National Hurricane Center said that Carlos was 205km (125 miles) off the coast of Acapulco at 09:00 GMT on Monday, moving west-northwest at a speed of 9 km/h. The storm had maximum sustained winds of 70mph (113km/h). The Center warned that heavy rainfall could cause life-threatening flash floods and mudslides. Following Tropical Storm Manuel, a mudslide swept through the village of La Pintada killing dozens of residents.

Summary: Residents of south-west Mexico are preparing for the arrival of Tropical Storm Carlos.


Police said the suspect was detained in relation to atrocities committed in the west African country between 1989 and 1993. The 51-year-old suspect was arrested in east London at 07:00 BST on Thursday. A second property in central London was also searched. The Metropolitan Police is liaising with the Foreign Office. More than 250,000 people died during the Liberian civil wars, which became synonymous with the use of drugged child soldiers by warlords. Find out more about Liberia Former Liberian president to stay in UK jail

Summary: A woman has been arrested on suspicion of torture during the first Liberian civil war.


The Valiants negotiated a release from the remaining 12 months on McGivern's contract following Hibs' relegation from the Scottish Premier League. The 24-year-old made 70 appearances for the Easter Road club after originally joining on loan from Manchester City in August 2012. He signed a two-year deal last year under then Hibs boss Pat Fenlon. But new Hibs manager Alan Stubbs has decided to let the full-back leave as he rebuilds for the new Scottish Championship season. Newry-born McGivern's move to Hibs was his sixth loan deal since signing professional forms with City in 2008, having made 68 appearances in English league football with Morecambe, Leicester City, Walsall, Crystal Palace and Bristol City. He is the second arrival of the summer at Vale Park, following the arrival of Colin Daniel from Mansfield Town.

Summary: Port Vale have signed Hibernian and Northern Ireland defender Ryan McGivern on a two-year contract.


The course for the inaugural Salomon Glen Coe Skyline race features an ascent of the Munro Buachaille Etive Mor. Organisers had warned in advance that the severe terrain involved posed a risk of "serious injury or death" to those entering the event. The event began at 07:00 and will go on until 21:00. Athletes from France, Belgium, Spain and across the UK entered their names for the Glen Coe Skyline. It is one of six races in the 2015 Skyrunning UK calendar. The other events include races in the Lake District in England and Mourne Mountains in Northern Ireland.

Summary: More than 170 athletes are taking part in an endurance event which pits them against the Scottish mountains.


The three pieces, which each weigh one ton and stand 19ft (6m) tall, are the work of British artist and Turner Prize nominee David Mach. A specialist team took fives days to install the artwork in the cathedral's 14th Century south transept. The statues, named Golgotha, are on display until 1 May. Sculptor Mach, who is influenced by pop art and consumerism, said: "Golgotha is my largest coat hanger piece to date. "I wanted this sculpture to be dramatic. It is an epic, violent scene. "I extruded the coat hanger hooks outward to reflect that and to me they seem to capture the agony of the moment."

Summary: Three giant crucifixion sculptures made from steel girders and thousands of coat hangers have gone on display at Chester Cathedral.


The new facility at Longue Hougue opened in November 2013, but was previously only able to process meat for on-island sale. Val Cameron, director of environmental health, said snagging issues had needed to be solved and systems improved. She said routine inspections would ensure the standards were maintained. The previous slaughterhouse, in St Peter Port, had served the island for more than 150 years and is currently up for rent at Â£25,000 a year. The cattle compensation scheme introduced in 1996 during the BSE crisis, which compensates farmers for culling cattle aged more than 30 months, is expected to end as older cattle can again be killed for meat. Although a final decision on the scheme, which costs about Â£120,000 a year, will have to made by the Commerce and Employment Department.

Summary: Meat processed at Guernsey's abattoir can be exported after recent inspections found the premises met European Union safety standards.


The unnamed man, 37, was knocked unconscious at Embassy Cars in Oliver Street in the Nechells area of Birmingham on Friday 26 May, West Midlands Police says. He was taken to hospital, where he died on Sunday. Police think a customer went to the firm's office "after being picked up earlier" and there was a disagreement. Read more news for Birmingham and the Black Country The suspect, a male, is said by police to have become aggressive, assaulting the victim. No arrests have been made, but police say the investigation is "moving at a swift pace". Det Insp Paul Joyce, from the force's homicide team, said: "We are also liaising with the taxi community to see if they can help supply us with information to identify the suspect."

Summary: A taxi controller has died more than a week after being assaulted at work, sparking a murder investigation.


Humza Ali, 19, from Ward End, was arrested on 16 March on suspicion of preparing for terrorist acts, West Midlands Police said. Ali Akbar Zeb, 19, from Washwood Heath, was arrested on 4 August with another man who was released without charge. The pair were released on bail with strict conditions and are due before Westminster magistrates on 2 November.

Summary: Two men from Birmingham have been accused of distributing a terrorist publication.


The collision, on the A66 near the village of Warcop, happened shortly after 16:00 BST on Sunday, involving two cars and a goods vehicle. One of the car drivers died at the scene, and the other is being treated at Carlisle's Cumberland Infirmary, where he is in a stable condition. The man who died has not been formally identified, but was from North Yorkshire, the force said.

Summary: A man died when he was involved in a three-vehicle crash in Cumbria.


The body of Darren McMinn, 48, of Bolton, was found in Yarrow reservoir in Hodge Brow, near Rivington, Lancashire, early on 3 May. Greater Manchester Police have asked for the public's help to trace his necklace, which has "sentimental value" to his family. A 37-year-old Bolton man appeared in court charged with murder in May. Two further men, aged 34 and 29, were arrested on suspicion of murder and are currently on bail. The missing gold chain with a cross has a rectangular piece with red in the centre. Det Ch Insp Sarah Jones said: "It may assist the investigation if we can find out what happened to Darren's necklace. "More importantly, it is of great sentimental value to Darren's family, and particularly his son, so we would like to return it them."

Summary: Police investigating the murder of a man found dead in a reservoir are trying to find the necklace he wore.


The monkey fell on a transformer at the Gitaru hydroelectric power station on Tuesday, electricity provider KenGen said in a statement. The transformer then tripped, resulting in the loss of 180 megawatts of power and triggering a blackout across Kenya. Power was restored almost four hours later and the monkey survived its adventure, KenGen said. It has now been taken in by the Kenya Wildlife Service. "KenGen power installations are secured by electric fencing which keeps away marauding wild animals," the statement said. "We regret this isolated incident and the company is looking at ways of further enhancing security at all our power plants." The Business Daily Africa website reported that businesses bore the brunt of Tuesday's blackout. Many had installed generators as a result of previous blackouts, it said.

Summary: A single monkey caused a nationwide blackout in Kenya after falling on to a crucial piece of equipment.


Officers executed warrants at 14 properties in Liverpool, Knowsley and Sefton and one in Greater Manchester. Searches continue at several addresses. The police operation is in response to large groups of people who have been illegally riding the bikes. It also follows the death of three people in off-road bike crashes. Some of the bikes recovered are believed to have been stolen. Ch Supt Jonathan Roy said: "We know that many people are plagued by the problem of off-road vehicles and actually find them incredibly intimidating. "When they are ridden dangerously, they pose a huge risk, not only to the safety of the rider, but also to pedestrians and other law-abiding road users."

Summary: Sixteen people have been arrested after Merseyside Police seized 28 off-road bikes during a clampdown on their dangerous and anti-social use.


The International Tennis Federation's Board of Directors has unanimously endorsed a "package of comprehensive reforms" for both Davis Cup and Fed Cup at a meeting in Indian Wells. The recommendations will have to be ratified by the ITF's AGM in Vietnam in August. Changes were discussed following a review of current match formats. Any reform will require a formal vote of approval. Last September, the ITF announced plans to introduce fixed host cities for future Davis Cup and Fed Cup finals. The ITF is trying to come up with a format which will encourage more top players to commit to the competitions. Novak Djokovic was the only member of the world's top ten to feature in last month's Davis Cup World Group first round ties.

Summary: Davis Cup matches are very likely to be played over three sets in future - and ties could last just two days.


The new deal will come into effect on Saturday, when Reed turns 18. Reed is the youngest player to appear for the Blades in a league game, having made his debut against Rotherham aged 16 years and 257 days, and made 32 appearances last season. He told the League One club's website: "Being in and around the first team all last season was a great learning experience for me."

Summary: Sheffield United midfielder Louis Reed has signed a new three-year contract.


Comhairle nan Eilean Siar said it would be examining the impact of turning off the lights from May to October. It suggested the idea after councillors agreed where Â£1.4m of savings will be made in its budget for 2016-17. The comhairle said the cuts were necessary because of reduction in funding from the Scottish government. There were fears among crofters that the local authority would shut its abattoir in Stornoway in Lewis as part of the 2016-17 savings. The facility serves all the Western Isles and its closure would mean crofters taking their livestock to the mainland to be slaughtered. The comhairle has decided to keep the abattoir open but charges for its use will be increased.

Summary: Street lights on the Western Isles could be switched off for six months of the year to help the local authority save money.


New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor has been named as captain for the upcoming T20 Blast competition. Wright gave up the captaincy earlier this month, saying the role had affected him "on and off the pitch". Wicketkeeper Brown, 28, had been vice-captain at the Division Two county, and skippered the side when Wright missed games through injury last season. He has spent his entire career with Sussex, playing more than 200 games for the club. "Obviously being a homegrown player it's something that you dream of when you're younger," he told BBC Sussex. "To captain the side at least until the end of the season will be really, really exciting for me." Sussex are fifth in the County Championship Division Two table, having won both their games under interim captain Chris Nash.

Summary: Ben Brown has been appointed as Sussex captain after Luke Wright stepped down from the role on 1 June.


Buttler was struck by the ball while trying to stop a Luis Reece delivery. But it did not stop the 25-year-old smashing Lancashire's fastest-ever T20 fifty, off just 20 balls, at New Road. "I don't want to speculate, but it's a nasty knock. Once we get it X-rayed, we'll know," said Lancashire head coach Ashley Giles. Buttler hit four sixes and seven fours in his 57 as the holders chased down their 199-run victory target in 18.1 overs. His match-winning innings came three days after his unbeaten 73 in England's T20 win over Sri Lanka at the Ageas Bowl. "He did make a comment that he doesn't use his top hand anyway," Giles told BBC Radio Lancashire. "He played beautifully. He now opens the batting as well. What doesn't he do?"

Summary: England wicketkeeper Jos Buttler is to have an X-ray after hurting his left hand during Lancashire's T20 Blast win over Worcestershire on Friday.


Joshua Waiganjo is said to have sacked and recruited police officers in Rift Valley province during this time. He denied two counts of impersonating a police office, one of illegal possession of police uniforms and one of robbery with violence. He was reportedly uncovered after flying on a police helicopter to investigate a massacre of officers. In November, at least 42 police officers were killed by cattle rustlers in the Suguta valley - the most deadly attack on police in the East African nation's history. After pleading not guilty on all four charges, the case was adjourned to allow Mr Waiganjo to seek medical treatment for diabetes, local media report. Police spokesman Eric Kiraithe told Nairobi's Capital FM that Mr Waiganjo had not been paid a salary by the police service.

Summary: A Kenyan man has been charged after allegedly pretending to be an assistant commissioner of police for five years.


The medal, stolen from her home in Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, in February was found by postman Martyn Siviter earlier this month. Sotherton's medal was returned to her by West Midlands Police on Friday. More medals stolen during the burglary are still missing. Anyone with information should contact police. Sotherton had appealed on Twitter for help to find her missing medals and an appeal also featured on the BBC's Crimewatch programme. Also found with the Commonwealth gold in a postbox in Sutton Coldfield was Sotherton's English Schools "AA" medal. Sotherton said she was "really thankful" the medals had been found. The medal, won at Melbourne in 2006, was the only major championship gold of her career. She won bronze at the 2004 Olympics in Athens and the World Championships in Osaka in 2007.

Summary: Former heptathlete Kelly Sotherton has been reunited with her Commonwealth Games gold medal, stolen during a burglary.


Wiltshire Police said the blaze at a house in Swindon on Sunday night was a "tragic accident" and the death is not being treated as suspicious. The cause of the fire is still being determined by fire investigators. Two adults and a 16-month-old baby are still in a serious but stable condition in hospital. Emergency crews were called just before midnight to the terraced house in Manchester Road. A boy aged 13 and a 23-year-old woman were also injured in the fire but were not thought to be in a critical condition.

Summary: A 30-year-old woman seriously injured in a severe house fire has died in hospital.


The New Zealand-born forward joined Widnes from Crusaders in 2012 and has since scored six tries in 123 games, including one in 11 this season. He began his career in Australia's National Rugby League with Melbourne Storm, before joining Crusaders for the 2011 campaign. "I've been here since the club returned to Super League in 2012," Cahill said. "I want to continue to be a part of what Denis and the Club are building. Widnes is my home now."

Summary: Back-rower Hep Cahill has signed a new two-year deal with Super League side Widnes Vikings.


Up to 350 people take their own life every year and a plan has been launched to reduce that. The Talk to Me 2 scheme will focus on helping vulnerable groups, such as children, the homeless, prisoners, doctors, nurses and farmers. The five-year strategy aims to give people "appropriate" responses to personal crises. Health Minister Mark Drakeford said: "Prevention of suicide and self-harm is a major challenge for us all." Those considered to be high-risk include bullied children, rough sleepers, prisoners, doctors, nurses and farmers. "Losing someone through suicide can be particularly traumatic and difficult to cope with; its impacts are psychological, spiritual and economic," Mr Drakeford added. He said prevention was a major challenge, but no single organisation or government department could tackle the issue alone. A consultation on the plan closes in March.

Summary: Three times as many people die from suicide than in road accidents in Wales every year, figures have shown.


Cecilio Lopez Sanchez was hoisted out of the cave near Chachapoyas in north-eastern Peru on Tuesday. Mr Sanchez, a native of Madrid, suffered spinal injuries after an accident in the cave almost two weeks ago. He was airlifted to hospital in the Peruvian capital Lima, where police say he is in a stable condition. More than 100 rescue workers cheered as Mr Sanchez was lifted out of the cave after a painstaking operation. Many of them had travelled from Spain to take part in the rescue. The operation involved winching Mr Sanchez out of the cave on a stretcher. Heavy winds, rain and cold temperatures complicated the rescue attempt. He was airlifted by a Peruvian air force helicopter to a nearby airfield, then flown to Lima for treatment.

Summary: A Spanish caver has been freed after being trapped in a 400m deep cave in Peru for 12 days.


Abdul Hafidah was stabbed after being hit by a car on Moss Lane East in Moss Side on 12 May. He died two days later. Fifteen people, including boys, aged 14 and 17, have previously been arrested over Mr Hafidah's death. Three will face no further action, while the rest have been bailed until September. A 29-year-old man is being questioned after being arrested on Thursday, Greater Manchester Police said. Police believe Mr Hafidah had been chased near Greenheys Lane before being struck by a blue Vauxhall Corsa and then stabbed. He was taken to hospital with wounds to the neck and abdominal injuries.

Summary: A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering an 18-year-old in Manchester.


Dumfries and Galloway Council provided Â£54,000 towards Youth Beatz this year when it was headlined by former X Factor winner James Arthur. However, with increased pressure on finances, a potential cut of 10% or 20% was being considered. The Nithsdale area committee agreed in principle to reduce funding by Â£5,400. The festival has been held in Dumfries for several years and repeated attempts to charge for entry have always been rejected. This year 12,000 free tickets for the event at the town's Dock Park were given out. A report to councillors indicated that a reduction of 10% in funding from the council could be accommodated through a reduction in the scope of the festival and an increase in external support. It said that if more significant cuts were to be considered they could have a greater impact on the event.

Summary: Councillors have agreed in principle to a 10% cut in funding for an event billed as Scotland's biggest free music festival.


The ADP National Employment Report said private firms added 200,000 jobs in September, which was slightly higher than expected. The results have raised hopes that the key non-farm payrolls figure - due on Friday - will also be strong. The Dow Jones jumped 235.57 points, 1.47%, to 16,284.7, while the S&P 50 gained 35.94 points, 1.91%, to 1,920.03 The Nasdaq index rose 102.84 points, 2.28%, 4,620.17. Shares in the Ralph Lauren fashion house rose 14% after its founder announced he was stepping down as chief executive. Stefan Larsson, the president of the Gap-owned budget chain Old Navy, will be the firm's new chief executive, although Mr Lauren will continue to oversee the company's creative look and strategy.

Summary: (Close): Stocks on Wall Street ended the day on a brighter note, lifted by a strong jobs survey.


London Welsh School will move from Wembley and relocate to the nearby Hanwell Community Centre after Brent Council decided to close the site. The school's 30 pupils will be in the new building for the start of the school year in September. Chairwoman of governors, Eleri Brady, said: "We are delighted that the future of the school is safe." The school had to leave the current site by the end of the summer term under plans to expand the nearby Stonebridge school. It has also had confirmation from the Welsh government that it can receive full funding for the next three years. Ms Brady told BBC Wales' Welsh language news website Cymru Fyw: "Hopefully this will be an opportunity to attract new families from west London."

Summary: The future of a Welsh medium primary school in London has been secured after an agreement was reached to move it.


Police were called to the Horseupcleugh estate, Longformacus, near Duns, on Wednesday after the body of assistant gamekeeper Mathew Tyson, 19, was found. Estate manager Alex Jameson said: "This was a tragic accident. Our thoughts are with Mathew's family." A spokesman for the Scottish Gamekeepers Association said he had been "very highly regarded". "This is a terrible loss to his family, friends and colleagues and we send strength to his family at this very difficult time," he said. A statement from Police Scotland said: "Police in Duns attended at a field near Horseupcleugh farm, Longformacus, after the body of a man was discovered at around 9.30am on Wednesday 23 December. "Inquiries are ongoing but there appear to be no suspicious circumstances."

Summary: A teenage gamekeeper has died in a shooting accident on an estate in the Scottish Borders.


Mavididi has yet to make a first-team appearance for the Gunners, but was the top scorer for the club's Under-21 side last season with 17 goals in 30 games. The 18-year-old, who can operate as a winger or striker, joins after the Addicks loaned Nicky Ajose to Swindon. "He's certainly got the key components to succeed in what I call 'real' football," said boss Karl Robinson. "He has the power, the game intelligence and this move is one that he has to grab with both hands." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: League One side Charlton Athletic have signed Arsenal forward Stephy Mavididi on loan until the end of the season.


Zamalek's board met after a 3-2 loss to El-Gaish on Sunday evening and decided not to complete the competition. The board are due to meet again on Monday to discuss the matter further. The Egypt Football Association says it is yet to receive any official communication from Zamalek and has defended the standard of officiating in the league. Zamalek's request for Mahmoud Al Banna to be replaced as the referee for the match against El-Gaish was rejected in the build up to the game. Al Banna sent off Zamalek defender Ali Gabr after just four minutes and awarded El-Gaish the first of two penalties, the second came 10 minutes into the second half. Under the league's regulations Zamalek risk being relegated to the fourth tier of Egyptian league if they do not reverse their decision to withdraw.

Summary: Egyptian champions Zamalek have quit the current Premier League season, the club has announced on its website.


Willis, 32, was one of the first British athletes to be chosen for next year's Rio Olympics but will take time out from training to have treatment. Sevenoaks-born Willis teamed up with London 2012 silver medallist Luke Patience in a bid to become Britain's first 470-class Olympic champions. Willis said: "It's shocking news. It's still my dream to win Olympic gold but my health is my number one concern." The longer-term impact on his and Patience's 470 campaign for Rio will be determined by how he responds to treatment. "Elliot needs to do what's best for him," said Patience. "I will support him in whatever way I can."

Summary: Two-time world champion Elliot Willis has been diagnosed with bowel cancer.


Opener Rohit Sharma, fast bowler Mohammed Shami and spinner Ravichandran Ashwin all return after recovering from injury. Former captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni and stylish left-hander Yuvraj Singh are also in the 15-man squad. India won the previous edition of the one-day tournament, beating England by five runs in the final in 2013. The squad was announced the day after India's cricket board temporarily set aside its differences over revenue sharing with the sport's international governing body the International Cricket Council (ICC). The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) had missed a deadline to name a squad but said on Sunday said it "unanimously decided that the Indian cricket team will participate". India squad: Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Virat Kohli (captain), Kedar Jadhav, Manish Pandey, MS Dhoni (wicketkeeper), Yuvraj Singh, Ravindra Jadeja, Hardik Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Umesh Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Ajinkya Rahane, Ravichandran Ashwin, Mohammed Shami

Summary: Virat Kohli will lead India in the defence of their Champions Trophy in England and Wales from 1-18 June.


All 132 passengers on board the A320 Airbus have left the plane, with 22 taken to hospital for observation and treatment of minor injuries. Flight AC624 from Toronto arrived shortly after midnight (04:00 GMT) and reportedly hit a power pylon after landing. Multiple flights into Halifax have been cancelled. The airport's power was knocked out but Nova Scotia Power say that it has been restored. There was heavy snow in the area at the time and visibility was poor. "An aircraft made a poor landing," confirmed Peter Spurway, a spokesperson for Halifax Stanfield airport.

Summary: An Air Canada aeroplane has "exited" the runway while landing at Halifax airport, the airline says.


Essex Police has launched a murder inquiry and is currently trying to find the suspect following the incident at 23:45 BST on Monday. Much of the town centre has been cordoned off, with "a large proportion" of Station Road and Pier Avenue closed. The force warned business owners and employees that many premises would not be able to open on Tuesday morning. A mobile police station has been set up in Station Road. Any witnesses or anyone who has information about the incident is asked to contact detectives or call Crimestoppers. The B1032 High Street is closed between Station Road and the A133 Carnarvon Road. There are also closures on Rosemary Road, Station Road and Pier Avenue.

Summary: A manhunt in under way after a man was killed and two others were injured, one seriously, in a fight in Clacton.


Chile will face current world champions, Germany, in Saint Petersburg at 18:00 GMT on Sunday. The mining tycoon and philanthropist, Leonardo Farkas, urged Chilean fans in Russia to gather outside the team's hotel to collect the flags. "Let's give our players a boost," he wrote on Facebook. Some 10,000 Chilean fans have joined the national team in Russia. "Please, only one flag per person," Mr Farkas warned. The flags were produced in Chile and taken to Russia via France. This is not the first time the 50-year-old businessman has flashed his cash to try to give the Chilean football team an extra push. In 2015, he handed 40,000 flags to fans watching the Copa America final in Santiago. His strategy seemed to have worked: Chile beat Argentina in a penalty shootout and became South American champions for the first time.

Summary: A wealthy Chilean businessman has despatched 5,000 national flags to Russia ahead of the football Confederations Cup final.


But Dr Robin Roop from the Royal College of Emergency Medicine stressed that being stretched was probably now the norm for emergency departments. Dr Roop said that there was a "lot of working going on" at local health boards to prepare for the winter. He was addressing a health committee inquiry into winter preparedness. "But our overall assessment - we think that emergency departments this winter are going to be very stretched and we don't think that [they'll be] fully prepared for the winter," Dr Roop said. "But we just want to make an extension that we've been stretched, as today we're all stretched, and probably across the entire year we continue to be stretched." "So winter, while it comes with different problems, I think we're still under-resourced and over-stretched for winter," he added.

Summary: Hospital emergency departments in Wales will be "under-resourced and over-stretched" this winter, a leading A&E doctor has told AMs.


The Cwmbran Celtic pair are among 19 players in Jayne Ludlow's squad for the qualifier in Shymkent on 12 April. Wales are currently third in Group 8, five points behind leaders Austria and two points adrift of Norway. Kazakhstan are bottom of the group and Ludlow's side were 4-0 winners when the sides met in Haverfordwest in November. Recent Liverpool signing Natasha Harding is also included. Wales squad: Jo Price (To Be Confirmed), Laura O'sullivan (Cardiff City Ladies), Claire Skinner (Reading Ladies), Natasha Harding (Liverpool Ladies), Jess Fishlock (Seattle Reign), Loren Dykes (Bristol WFC), Rhiannon Roberts (Doncaster Ladies), Charlie Estcourt (Reading Ladies), Amelia Ritchie (Brighton Ladies), Rachel Rowe (Reading Ladies), Sophie Ingle (Liverpool Ladies), Angharad James (Notts County Ladies), Nadia Lawrence (Yeovil Town Ladies),Gemma Evans (Cardiff City Ladies), Kayleigh Green (Yeovil Town Ladies), Hayley Ladd (Bristol WFC), Helen Ward (Reading WFC), Shaunna Jenkins (Cwmbran Celtic), Chloe Chivers (Cwmbran Celtic)

Summary: Welsh Premier Women's League players Shaunna Jenkins and Chloe Chivers have been included in Wales' squad for Euro 2017 qualifier in Kazakhstan.


Midfielder Jimmy Ryan, defender Conor McLaughlin and forwards David Ball and Bobby Grant could leave this summer. The Cod Army are fourth in the third tier under former Brentford, Wigan and Leeds boss Rosler. "Jimmy Ryan, David Ball and Conor McLaughlin have been offered contracts and not accepted," the German said. The 48-year-old told BBC Radio Lancashire: "Bobby Grant is doing terrifically and I've spoken to him and his agent. Bobby is in a very good place and just needs to carry on and everything will take care of itself. "I'm planning a future with Bobby but in the end it is up to every individual to accept or not accept. "The way I see it, all four players will still be here next year."

Summary: Fleetwood Town boss Uwe Rosler is optimistic the League One side can agree new deals with their out-of-contract players.


Walker, 23, came through Hearts' development system, has been a first-team regular at Tynecastle since 2012 and is under contract until 2018. "[Head coach] Ian [Cathro] has been through quite an extensive discussion with Jamie to try to get him to stay," said Levein. "Jamie said he has been here a long time and feels it is time to move on." Walker has been linked with Scottish Premiership rivals Rangers. "There comes a point with every player if we get an offer that's deemed to be acceptable then we'll look at that," added Levein. "These are circumstances that happen."

Summary: Hearts attacking midfielder Jamie Walker wants to leave the club, says director of football Craig Levein.


The 27-year-old, who plays for the Lions in Super Rugby and Golden Lions in the Currie Cup, will join Connacht next season. Boshoff was capped for the Springboks against Scotland in June 2014. "The rugby Connacht are playing is really exciting and I believe that I can fit in and add something - I can't wait to get stuck in," said Boshoff. He added: "It's clear that there is a huge amount of passion and ambition there in terms of where they want to go." Boshoff made his Super Rugby debut in a man-of-the-match performance in the opening round of the 2014 season, scoring all the Lions' points in a 21-20 win over the Cheetahs. He has scored 214 points in 29 Super Rugby appearances. Boshoff has played for the Golden Lions since 2013, scoring 465 points in 25 games for the current champions.

Summary: Irish side Connacht have signed South African fly-half Marnitz Boshoff on a two-year deal.


Mr Elop rejoined the company in 2014 when Microsoft bought the Finnish company's handset business. He had been considered a possible chief executive, before the current boss, Satya Nadella, was appointed. Mr Nadella said the changes would "enable us to deliver better products and services that our customers love at a more rapid pace". The changes were announced in an email to staff in which Mr Nadella said he would "regret the loss of leadership" that Mr Elop's departure represented. Mr Elop was chief executive at Nokia between 2010 and 2014, having previously worked at Microsoft. Terry Myerson will replace him as head of a newly formed team called Windows and Devices Group. Two other executives, Kirill Tatarinov and Eric Rudder, will also leave the company.

Summary: The former boss of Nokia, Stephen Elop, is to leave Microsoft as part of a management reshuffle.


The pom-pom parade stretches along Bedminster's North Street, to celebrate the start of British Summer Time. It is the idea of artist Vicky Harrison who said more than 700 volunteers have been involved in the production, aged from three to 93. Ms Harrison estimated the teams had made "about 10,000" of the eye-catching woolly balls. She said the pom-poms were put up to celebrate the start of British Summer Time on Sunday and for the whole community to come together to have fun. "It's really captured everyone's imagination and created a buzz about the streets, young and old have all joined in," she said. "We've had seven schools involved, community groups, families and people in residential care. "They've come together and made 10,000 pom-poms to decorate the area and make people smile.

Summary: Thousands of brightly coloured pom-poms are decorating one of Bristol's shopping streets.


Crews were called to the fire in an end-terrace basement in High Street, South Queensferry, at about 05:15. Further back-up was requested, resulting in six fire engines and one command support unit being involved in the operation at its height. No-one is thought to have been injured in the incident. A investigation into the cause is under way. Fire crews used high pressure jets and breathing equipment to tackle the flames. A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokeswoman said: "Two appliances from Crewe Toll were mobilised to the address. "When crews arrived, a further two appliances were requested from South Queensferry and Dunfermline. Due to the severity of the fire, a further two appliances were requested from Dunfermline and Bathgate. "This made a total of six appliances and one command support unit." Some crews remained at the scene during Saturday morning, dampening down the area.

Summary: About 40 firefighters have been working to bring a severe house blaze under control.


The former England and Sunderland star admitted grooming and sexual activity with a girl aged 15 and was convicted of a charge of sexual touching. Following the trial at Bradford Crown Court the 28-year-old was released on bail to set his affairs in order. The judge warned him he faced jail and said "say goodbye to your daughter". Johnson met up with the girl on 30 January 2015 after agreeing to sign football shirts for her, the court heard. The player admitted kissing the teenager but told the jury the encounter in his Range Rover "went no further". The jury found Johnson, who also played for Middlesbrough and Manchester City, guilty last week of sexual touching but cleared him of a charge relating to another sexual act. He had already been sacked by Sunderland after admitting on the first day of his trial that he had kissed the girl.

Summary: Sex case footballer Adam Johnson, who was warned by a judge to expect a "significant jail term", is set to be sentenced on 24 March.


Morgan Joyce Varn, 24, was arrested after she invited a man to her home in order to rob him at gunpoint, says Lancaster County Sheriff's Office. She has been charged with armed robbery, kidnapping, and malicious injury to personal property. It is unclear whether she has had a procedure to tattoo her eyeballs, or if she was wearing special contact lenses. One news website in Las Vegas posted the image to its Facebook account with the caption: "Here's a Mugshot to Haunt Your Nightmares." "Exorcist needed ASAP," read one online comment. Ms Varn and two others were arrested last Monday night in the community of Indian Land after an hours-long standoff with armed police.

Summary: A police mugshot of a South Carolina woman is drawing attention due to her striking black eyeballs.


Mowatt, 21, came through the academy at Leeds and made 116 league appearances for the Whites, scoring 12 goals. Mowatt is the second midfielder to join the Tykes in three days after Leicester City's Matty James joined on loan. "This is a big signing for us and I'm really pleased to bring Alex into the group," Barnsley boss Paul Heckingbottom told the club website. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: Barnsley have signed Leeds United midfielder Alex Mowatt on a two-and-a-half-year deal for an undisclosed fee.


Vjeran Tomic, 49, is accused of stealing five paintings, including works by Picasso and Matisse, from the Modern Art Museum in May 2010. The paintings were stolen after an intruder cut through a padlocked gate and broke a window to enter the museum. Two alleged accomplices are being tried alongside Mr Tomic. What France's stolen masterpieces tell us According to French media reports, the museum's alarm system had been waiting for repairs when the pictures were stolen during a night raid. The theft was only noticed the following morning, as security guards were checking the building before opening the doors to the public. Among the stolen works were Pablo Picasso's Dove with Green Peas, and Pastoral by Henri Matisse, along with paintings by Georges Braque, Amedeo Modigliani and Ferdinand Leger. The paintings have never been found. Mr Tomic, a rock climbing enthusiast, was arrested following an anonymous tip to police.

Summary: A man dubbed the "Spiderman burglar" has gone on trial in Paris over a €100m (£85m; $107m) art theft from a museum in the French capital.


Financial results for the year to 30 June 2015 show a cash balance of £48.3m. Turnover fell by less than 1% and debt remained static at £129m. But managing director Lee Charnley says the club understand "football and not financial results" are what fans want. "We must remain positive and retain the belief that we can secure our Premier League status," he added. 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 score alerts your football team and more.

Summary: Newcastle United have announced a profit of £32.4m after tax, an increase of £13.7m on the previous year.


Merseyside Police said the man suffered a "cowardly attack" near a bar in Fleet Street when his group was chased from Seel Street after an "altercation". He bled heavily after being stabbed in the chest and the thigh at about 02:45 GMT, a spokesman said. A 24-year-old man from Garston, who was detained by door staff nearby, has been arrested on suspicion of wounding. The attack victim is critically in University Hospital Aintree in Fazakerley. Det Ch Insp Mark Kameen said: "We believe there has been a coming together of two groups and something has happened to spark a fight."

Summary: A 21-year-old man is critically ill after he was stabbed during a street brawl in Liverpool, police have said.


The group set out to explore poorly documented areas of the Djenghi-Djer mountain range in southern Kyrgyzstan. Calum Nicoll, 25, Struan Chisholm, Sam Newmark, Neil Smith, who are 24, and Sandy Fowler, 23, are from Inverness, and Mark Chonofsky, 24, is from Boston. The six opted to travel through the region on horseback and made a journey of 50 miles (80km) using 10 horses. Often expeditions in the area involve travel by helicopter or 4x4 vehicles. Their expedition in July was supported Christopher Ward Challengers Programme.

Summary: Six friends, five of them from Inverness, have completed a month-long expedition climbing in Central Asia.


Thirty-five pupils from St Patrick's Junior Choir performed for judges Simon Cowell, David Walliams, Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden during Saturday night's episode on ITV. The choir, who were BBC Radio Ulster School Choir of the Yea in 2016, received a standing ovation. The semi-final is due to take place on Monday at 19:30 BST. In a tweet on Saturday night the school said: "We did it!!!!!! Thanks so much for everyone's support.... now we need you to tune in and watch live on Mon night - VOTE for us!!!!!!" A further tweet on Sunday morning read: "After the excitement of last night we are getting ready for our next live performance on Monday. Please watch and please vote!"

Summary: A primary school from Drumgreenagh in County Down has made it to the semi-final of Britain's Got Talent.


The 23-year-old world number 55 lost 6-2 3-6 6-4 to Kristyna Pliskova of the Czech Republic, ranked 88. After the first two sets were shared, Watson lost her first two service games in the decider to go 3-0 down. She battled back but missed three break-point chances to make it 3-3 and Pliskova held her nerve thereafter to secure the victory. Never want to miss the latest tennis news? You can now add this sport and all the other sports and teams you follow to your personalised My Sport home.

Summary: British number two Heather Watson was beaten in the opening round of the Katowice Open in Poland.


Bellerin, 22, promised to donate £50 for every minute he played for Spain in the European Under-21 Championship in Poland. The money will go to the British Red Cross. He played 381 minutes as Spain reached Friday's final, losing 1-0 to Germany. At least 80 people died when fire engulfed Grenfell Tower, in North Kensington, London on 14 June. Manchester City and England winger Raheem Sterling, who grew up in north west London, has also made a substantial donation to those affected.

Summary: Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin has donated £19,050 to those affected by the Grenfell Tower fire.


The civil servants, many of them from HMRC, will be relocated from offices in Whitehall, the Cabinet Office said. Barclays said the deal would save Â£35m a year as part of a cost-cutting plan. The bank has about 3,300 staff in the office - mainly back office teams for the investment bank and other support staff. The Barclays staff will move to Barclays' two other Canary Wharf sites - its main headquarters at 1 Churchill Place and its building on 5 North Colonnade, where its investment bank is based. The UK Cabinet Office lease on the 10 South Colonnade building will run for 15 years. The building is owned by Canary Wharf Group. "This new hub will provide a better working environment for many London-based civil servants at considerably less cost to the taxpayer," said minister for the Cabinet Office Ben Gummer.

Summary: The UK government has agreed a deal to sublet a Barclays office in London's Canary Wharf for about 5,700 civil servants.


The bus veered off a mountain road in the Rasuwa district, about 80km (50 miles) north of the capital, Kathmandu. It was travelling from Kathmandu to the village of Chilime when it fell 150m down a slope. The cause of the accident is unclear. The injured have been taken to hospitals. Chief District Officer Shiva Ram Gelal said the bus was overcrowded, with passengers riding on the roof. The BBC's Phanindra Dahal in Kathmandu says overcrowding has worsened in Nepal because few buses are available as a result of fuel shortages.

Summary: At least 30 people have been killed and 35 injured in a bus crash in Nepal.


The Arnold Palmer Group is collaborating with Castle Stuart Golf Links on the building of the course near Inverness. It will complement the existing Castle Stuart course on the Moray Firth. Palmer, 85, said: "When it comes to locations we'd like to work, Scotland has always been at the top of our list." He added: "Needless to say the bar is set pretty high. Accordingly, we've been careful not to jump at the first opportunity to come along, deciding instead to wait on the right project." It is understood the course could cost Â£5.5m to construct.

Summary: US golf legend Arnold Palmer has visited the site of his company's first golf course in Scotland.


Girls have sung as part of choirs in the cathedral before, but this year was the first time they were formally accepted into its Choral Foundation. The girls, aged 10 to 15, are all music scholars who attend Lichfield Cathedral School. The girls took part in a choral evensong at the cathedral earlier. The girls will sing in the cathedral every Monday evening during term time and on two weekends each term. They will also sing during the busiest times of year for the cathedral, such as Christmas and Easter. Cathy Lamb, the cathedral's director of music, said: "There have been boys in the cathedral singing for well over 800 years and so it's exciting that girls are finally catching up. "There are already quite a lot of girls' choirs in cathedrals and it's nice that we're following suit."

Summary: Lichfield Cathedral's first girl choristers have sung there for the first time in the cathedral's 800-year history.


The Riders, who have already won the BBL league title and BBL Trophy reached the play-off final with a 162-126 aggregate semi-final win over London. Paternostro told BBC Radio Leicester: "You don't win 35 games if you don't know how to win important games. "It is an incredible team. I think Riders fans and Leicester fans should be really proud of this team." Leicester will now face Newcastle in Sunday's BBL play-off final in the O2 Arena in London, having beaten Plymouth in the Trophy final back in March.. Paternostro, who was named as BBL coach of the year for the fourth time earlier this month, continued: "Not only is this side successful, but they play the game the right way and play for their team-mates. "The BBL hasn't seen too many teams like this who are so unselfish. I am proud of these guys."

Summary: Coach Rob Paternostro says everyone in the city should be proud of Leicester as they remain on course for a treble.


Brentford sacked Marinus Dijkuizen in September, with Lee Carsley put in charge of the Championship club until the end of the season. Despite overseeing an improvement in results, Carsley has said he does not want the job on a full-time basis. The Bees have not yet made an official approach for Clotet, but the Spaniard is believed to be on their shortlist. Clotet, 38, joined Swansea's academy in 2013 and was promoted to assist manager Garry Monk when Michael Laudrup was sacked in February 2014. Brentford, who are 11th in the Championship, are searching for a permanent manager following Dijkhuizen's swift departure. The Dutchman was only in charge for nine matches, having been appointed in June after the controversial departure of previous boss Mark Warburton. Carsley won four games in a row in October after starting his reign with two defeats.

Summary: Swansea City assistant manager Pep Clotet is among the candidates to become Brentford's new boss.


Ranger was suspended by the League One club on 12 January after a "breach of discipline", and was stopped from playing until the inquiry was over. Following an FA disciplinary hearing on Thursday the 25-year-old is now eligible to play again, 28 days after the initial club suspension. He could face Millwall on Saturday, with the Shrimpers sixth in the table. Early in January, Ranger admitted an online banking fraud, but the suspension is believed to be unrelated.

Summary: Southend United striker Nile Ranger is available for selection again following a Football Association investigation.


The 29-year-old joined Leeds until the end of the season in October 2015 after his release by Gold Coast Titans. Leeds signed fellow Australian hooker James Segeyaro in June as part of a swap deal with Penrith Panthers that saw Zak Hardaker head the other way. "Beau has been a great professional since he arrived," chief executive Gary Hetherington said. "The signing of James Segeyaro was not planned for this season but his availability has resulted in us having to make a decision on Beau."

Summary: Leeds Rhinos have terminated the contract of hooker Beau Falloon by mutual consent.


The Barcelona forward scored on his return from international retirement to send Argentina top of the South America qualifying group. Messi said after the game that his groin had been "hurting a lot". Argentina coach Edgardo Bauza said: "He won't be able to play. We can't take any risks. We must take care of him." After seven of the 18 qualifying games Argentina lead Uruguay, Colombia and Ecuador by one point with Brazil a point further back in fifth. A top-four finish will secure automatic qualification for Russia 2018, with the fifth-placed side facing a two-legged play-off against a team from Oceania - New Zealand, New Caledonia, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands or Tahiti.

Summary: Lionel Messi will miss Argentina's 2018 World Cup qualifier in Venezuela on Tuesday after injuring his groin in Thursday's 1-0 victory over Uruguay.


Repairs to the sea defences, including the breaches at Vazon and Fermain, are expected to cost about £2m. Rock armour protecting reclaimed land at Longue Hougue also needed to be repaired "to protect the waste infrastructure site", officials said. The Treasury and Resources Department said the work could be done in stages. The £4m price tag would also include replacing the roof of Sir Charles Frossard House, the main administrative building for the States. It was due to be replaced in the next five years but started leaking following the high winds and heavy rains experienced in the winter. The only non-storm related project is an upgrade to the fencing at Guernsey Prison to improve the prison's category from C to B status.

Summary: A multi-million pound project to repair damage caused in Guernsey's winter storms, is to go before the island's government for approval.


Five fire engines tackled the blaze at about 23:43 BST on Sunday at the Nasfat Manchester Islamic Centre, in Droylsden Road, Manchester. Mosque spokesman Shamusideen Oladimeji said he believed it was arson. The building was the target of an arson attack three years ago. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) could not confirm if the fire was being treated as a hate crime. A GMP spokeswoman said it was carrying out a joint investigation with Greater Manchester Fire Service. Mr Oladimedji said: "It has been seriously damaged - the police won't let us in. "We don't know why this happened. We try to be good neighbours and we try to be involved with our local community." Nasfat (Nasrul-Lahi-l-Fathi Society of Nigeria) opened the centre in 2009 and it has about 300 members.

Summary: A mosque has been severely damaged in a suspected arson attack.


Second seed Angelique Kerber will replace Williams at the top of the standings if she wins the tournament. Williams, 34, had last week accepted a wild card to defend her title after playing at the Olympic Games in Rio. "My shoulder inflammation continues to be a challenge, but I am anxious to return as soon as possible," she said. The American withdrew following a practice session on Monday. Williams has been ranked world number one for 183 consecutive weeks, and 306 in total. She was knocked out of the Olympics in the third round by Ukrainian Elina Svitolina, and was beaten in the doubles with sister Venus in the first round - their first defeat in 16 Olympic matches together. The US Open, the final Grand Slam of the year, begins on 29 August.

Summary: Serena Williams could lose her world number one ranking this week after withdrawing from the Cincinnati Open because of a shoulder injury.


Jukes, 39, made 32 appearances for Leigh as a player between 1995 and 1998, and has been an assistant coach at the Championship club since 2009. Rowley left Centurions on Thursday, 10 days before the start of the new season, citing personal reasons. "This is not a difficult appointment or one that needed much consideration," Leigh owner Derek Beaumont said. "It goes without saying that there is a lot of pressure associated with the position, more so this year with the investment in the squad and the clear intention to achieve Super League." Leigh have won the Championship title in each of the past two years, but missed out on promotion to the Super League last season after winning only one game in the Qualifiers.

Summary: Leigh Centurions have appointed Neil Jukes as their new head coach following the resignation of Paul Rowley.


Duduzane Zuma said he was leaving his position in a mining company owned by the controversial Gupta family due to "a sustained political attack". Both President Jacob Zuma and the Gupta family deny that they influenced the appointment of key ministers. President Zuma is facing increased pressure to resign. As well as the controversy over the Gupta family, the Constitutional Court recently said he had violated the constitution by not paying back public money used to upgrade his private residence in Nkandla. He survived an attempt to impeach him in parliament. More on this and other African news stories Two members of the Gupta family - non-executive chairman Atul Gupta and head Varun Gupta - have also resigned with immediate effect from Oakbay, the company said. The Guptas moved from India to South Africa in 1993. Who are the Guptas? Has Gupta family sealed Jacob Zuma's fate?

Summary: The son of South Africa's president has resigned from a company owned by a family accusing of wielding undue political influence in the country.


Ahmed, who joined the BBC in 2014, said he was "delighted and privileged to be moving to this new, connected, role". Formerly business editor of the Sunday Telegraph, Ahmed has also worked for The Guardian, The Observer and the Equality and Human Rights Commission. James Harding, the BBC's director of news, said he would "bring intelligence and insight" to his new position. The business editor role has been vacant since ITV appointed Peston as its new political editor. According to the BBC, Ahmed "will lead the BBC's economic coverage and will have a broad remit on finance policy stories". Ahmed's own replacement will be appointed "early in the New Year".

Summary: Kamal Ahmed, the BBC's business editor, is to become the BBC's new economics editor, replacing Robert Peston.


The 125-year-old competition had been sponsored for the past 13 seasons by insurance firm LV=. Yorkshire won the title title for the second-straight year in 2015, and the new season gets under way on 10 April. The financial terms of the new sponsorship agreement have not been disclosed. However, ECB commercial director Sanjay Patel said the deal highlighted "once again that cricket is an attractive property to a wide range of different brands and businesses". 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: The England and Wales Cricket board has announced a four-year title sponsorship deal for the County Championship with Specsavers.


Held at Dores on the shores of Loch Ness for the first time last year with one stage, this year's event will have a new tented stage area added. Underground dance music acts Leon Vynehall, Dan Shake and Moxie have also been announced. Previously confirmed for the festival on 20 August were Duke Dumont, Mark Knight and Boys Noiz. Groove Loch Ness is held at the site of the cancelled RockNess music festival, which drew up to 35,000 people at its peak but has not been held since 2013. Last year's inaugural event was organised in just eight months by four people working in the music industry in Scotland.

Summary: Further acts and a second stage have been announced for the one-day Groove Loch Ness dance music festival.


Police and an ambulance were called to the Welsh Alliance division two match involving Llanllyfni and Prestatyn Sports football clubs. Llanllyfni FC said one of their players was taken to hospital, while Prestatyn Sports confirmed one of their players was arrested. North Wales Police has declined to comment at this stage. Llanllyfni FC club secretary Kim Warrington said: "I have never seen anything like it." David Jutson, secretary of Prestatyn Sports FC, said the row involved some players and supporters who went onto the pitch.

Summary: A football match in Gwynedd was abandoned on Saturday after an alleged violent clash.


Police had initially asked for help to trace Farrah Fadli, 29, McKenzie Scullion, 10, and Eva Kerr, 4. They had been missing since about 11:00 on Wednesday, and officers were concerned for their welfare. At about 19:15 on Friday Ms Fadli, who lives in Ayr and is also known as Farrah Gillespie, left the children with a friend in Irvine. Ms Fadli remains missing. She is 5ft 4in, of slim build with dyed blonde hair. Officers said she has not gone missing before. A police spokesman said: "Farrah is still missing. She dropped off the children at a friend's house in Irvine around 7.15pm last night but left soon after. "Police are continuing their search for Farrah and would appeal to either herself to get in touch with them or her family or for anyone who knows where she is to contact officers at Ayr Police Office via 101."

Summary: Police are continuing to search for a young mother after her children were dropped off at a friend's house.


The incident, which involved a baseball and knife, happened at the ScotMid on East Baldridge Drive, Dunfermline at about 15:00 on Wednesday. The 26-year-old is expected to appear at Dunfermline Sheriff Court later. A 25-year-old man has also been arrested and appeared at Dunfermline Sheriff Court on Thursday. Officers are not looking for anyone else in connection with the robbery.

Summary: A second man has been charged following an armed robbery in Fife.


South Wales Police said it had a number of security arrangements and tactics in place to ensure it was prepared for any such incidents. Business and places of worship have also been asked to review their security. The force said there was no specific threat, but people should be vigilant. Ass Chf Cons Nikki Holland said: "We have responsibility for keeping people safe across all communities and our response to the threat from terrorism is constantly assessed and reviewed, with policing operations shaped appropriately and based on the latest intelligence analysis." "South Wales Police has an excellent relationship with all our communities and your continued support in promoting these positive links is greatly appreciated," she added.

Summary: Police patrols will be stepped up across south Wales following recent terror attacks in Paris and raids in Belgium.


On Monday, Avon and Somerset Police made a fresh appeal for information over the murder of Helen Fleet in 1987. The 66-year-old was stabbed and strangled while walking her dogs in Worlebury Woods near the town. DS Zoe Niccolls, said: "We've had several calls from members of the public, some providing us with names." "We'll look into each piece of information to see if it can help us progress this inquiry and we'll be keeping Helen's family updated with any significant developments," she added. Despite a major investigation at the time of Mrs Fleet's death, no murder weapon was discovered. Police also said the motive for the murder was unclear, as it was not a robbery and there was no sexual assault. It is hoped evidence found at the scene will yield more clues due to forensic advances.

Summary: Names of potential suspects have been given to police investigating the murder of a woman near Weston-super-Mare 30 years ago.


There have been media allegations that doctors had given banned substances to runners at a high-altitude Rift Valley training base. In June, distance runner Mathew Kisorio failed a drugs test at Kenya's national championships and said doping was rife. Athletics Kenya head Isaiah Kiplagat said most athletes were "clean", but that he took the claims seriously. "We are carrying out an investigation," he told the BBC. "We are working with other authorities to ensure that we uncover if this true, and then take action appropriately on the culprits." Kisorio, who ran the fourth-fastest half-marathon time ever in 2011, was suspended after testing positive for an anabolic steroid in June. He subsequently alleged that many of his fellow Kenyan athletes were doping.

Summary: Kenya's athletics authorities say they are investigating allegations of widespread doping in the country.