Radio is a key news source; there are hundreds of stations, most of them commercial. Spanish-owned Prisa Group is a major player. Two commercial groups own the bulk of print titles. The constitution guarantees press freedom and the media can criticise the government and cover sensitive topics. Chile respects free speech more than its neighbours, says Reporters Without Borders. But the group worries about highly-concentrated media ownership. By 2016, 14 million Chileans were online (Internetlivestats.com), around 78% of the population. There are no restrictions on access.

Summary: National and local free-to-air TVs operate alongside extensive cable networks, which offer US and international networks.


Results from every official women's international have been assessed to produce the inaugural standings. "It's a positive step for one of the fastest growing team sports in the world, as it brings parity with the men's game," said World Rugby chairman Bernard Lapasset. France are second, with Ireland fourth, Wales 10th and Scotland 13th. All four join England and Italy, who are eighth, in the Women's Six Nations, which begins on Friday. Points awarded to teams in future Tests will be dependant on the difference in ranking points between the teams. Lapasset added: "World Rugby is committed to driving forward the competitiveness of the women's game and the new rankings are yet another significant milestone."

Summary: New Zealand top the first rankings for women's Test rugby, with World Cup holders England third.


Health authorities said baby formula would still be available for purchase in shops and could be supplied at a doctor's request. But they said the country needed to boost low breastfeeding rates. Mexico has one of the lowest levels in Latin America. Only one in seven mothers breastfeed exclusively during the baby's first six months. The World Health Organisation says exclusive breastfeeding for six months is the optimal way of feeding infants. It says thereafter infants should receive complementary foods with continued breastfeeding up to two years of age or beyond. The Mexican health authorities said Mexico's poor record is problematic in a country where millions of people live in extreme poverty and drinking water is often dirty or contaminated.

Summary: The Mexican government has banned free baby formula at hospitals in an effort to encourage breastfeeding.


The latest earthquake hit near the town of Namche Bazar, near Mount Everest. The US Geological Survey said it had a magnitude of 7.4. An earthquake on April 25, centred in east Nepal, had a magnitude of 7.8. The latest tremor was felt as far away as the Indian capital Delhi, as well as Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh. Strong tremors were felt in the capital of Nepal, Kathmandu, that was badly damaged in last month's earthquake. "This is a really big one," Prakash Shilpakar, the owner of a craft shop in Kathmandu, told the Reuters news agency.

Summary: A major earthquake has struck eastern Nepal, two weeks after a devastating quake killed more than 8,000 people.


It is the 37-year-old's first managerial role since retiring from playing four years ago. Leatherhead are currently 23rd in the Isthmian League Premier Division, having lost four of their seven league games this season. Tanners chairman Richard Brady said Bullard had "a very clear philosophy" of how he wants the side to play. "Jimmy has gained a wealth of experience into a variety of management and coaching techniques as a player and is looking to bring the best of these experiences to Leatherhead," Brady added in a statement on the club website. Bullard, who also had spells with Peterborough, Wigan, Ipswich and MK Dons during his playing career, has worked regularly in the media since his retirement. Subscribe to the BBC Sport newsletter to get our pick of news, features and video sent to your inbox.

Summary: Non-league side Leatherhead have appointed former Fulham and Hull player Jimmy Bullard as their new manager.


Wigtown will host about 280 events between 23 September and 2 October. Among the speakers this year are politician Sir Malcolm Rifkind, TV presenter Janet Ellis and journalist Sian Williams. Director Adrian Turpin said they tried to do things a little bit differently every year. "It is the largest festival we have ever run - there are about 280 events this year," he said. "At the centre of it all this year one of the things we are going to be looking at is the subject of islands." Mr Turpin said that theme would cover Scottish islands but also the implications of Brexit. As well as a wide programme of talks other events are planned throughout the 10-day festival. They include a creative writing class, discussion of the future of public libraries and a class on "street wisdom".

Summary: Organisers of the annual festival in Scotland's national book town have promised their "largest ever" programme.


The Democratic Unionist Party's Jeffrey Donaldson made the comments during an interview on the BBC's Talkback programme. Mr Donaldson was speaking about the use of agents within paramilitary organisations during the Troubles. On Thursday, an investigation into the Loughinisland massacre in 1994 found that there was collusion between some police officers and loyalist gunmen. Mr Donaldson said he owed his life to the informer who told police about a plan to murder him at his home in Moira. He said: "Because of that information, steps were taken to safeguard my life. "I will forever be indebted to that person." Mr Donaldson added that his party would not "turn a blind eye" to wrong-doing. "People have a right to justice and I will stand by anyone who has lost a loved one and is seeking justice," he said. "No-one is above the law."

Summary: A Northern Ireland MP has said a republican informer saved his life.


The £10m pot would be used to turn them into business premises and homes. Cardiff Bay's former Bute Road railway station could become "live-work units" and retail space where a military museum is also earmarked. There is also cash to help turn Milford Haven's old Victoria Filling Station and Grade II-listed Quay Stores into a cultural centre. It is the third and final phase of the Vibrant and Town Centre Loans Fund, with Communities Secretary Carl Sargeant considering what might replace it. Money towards other projects include: Mr Sargeant said: "This funding will help local authorities regenerate their town centres by helping them find sustainable uses for empty sites and premises such as affordable town centre homes or tourist and leisure attractions. "As well as making town centres more attractive places to live this loan scheme will help encourage investment into these areas as well as support the local economy."

Summary: Twelve areas of Wales will receive loans to help bring derelict and vacant town centre buildings back to life.


The 42-year-old woman and 32-year-old man were also assaulted as they got out of the tent, South Yorkshire Police said. The incident happened at about 01:20 BST on Tuesday on land near to College Road, Doncaster. A force representative said the man and woman were being treated in hospital for their injuries. A 21-year-old man suffered minor burns to his hands after his tent was also set alight. Det Insp Mark Monteiro said: "It is believed that a male or males have entered the area and doused the tents with what we believe to be some kind of inflammable material before setting fire to the tents. "It is an unbelievable attack and something I'm amazed has happened."

Summary: A man and a woman suffered extensive burns after their tent was set alight in a suspected arson attack.


Mr Simpson, 22, from Embo, near Dornoch, went missing after he left the Dornoch Show dance on 26 July. His body was found in the water more than 70 miles around the coast at Whitehills near Banff earlier this month. Mr Simpson's family said they were "shocked and saddened" by the news. In a statement they said they had always kept hope that he would return home safe and well. They said: "There has always been hope that we would hear his voice and see his cheeky smile again. "We would like to thank Police Scotland, the other emergency services, friends, family and the whole community for all their efforts and support in searching for Lachlan. "We as a family have been overwhelmed by the love that has been shown to our son and brother."

Summary: A body found at a harbour in Aberdeenshire has been positively identified as Lachlan Simpson, police have said.


Rowe, 27, joined Rovers on loan for the end of the 2015-16 season after finding opportunities limited at Molineux and scored three times in 10 appearances. Rover boss Darren Ferguson previously took Rowe to Peterborough from Stockport when the player was aged 19. "I've played under Darren for quite a long time, we work very well together on and off the field," Rowe said. Speaking to the club's website, Rowe continued, "When I first signed on loan my aim was to come here and do well, impress the fans and learn again as a player. "I really enjoyed my time and I've signed permanently because of the ambition this club has." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Doncaster Rovers have signed midfielder Tommy Rowe on a three-year deal from Championship side Wolves.


Two men were pursued by staff, who were contracted to Metrolink, from Manchester's Victoria Station at about 23:20 BST on 11 October. A 28-year-old man was detained outside the Australasia restaurant in Deansgate before "falling ill", police said. He died in hospital on Friday. Four men were arrested in October on suspicion of assault and bailed. The men - aged 32, 43, 52 and 60 - are have been bailed pending further inquires. A police spokesman said it was "believed" the man had been involved in an assault. Appealing for information, Det Insp Rebecca Boyce said officers were working to "determine the precise circumstances of that night". A post-mortem examination is due to take place to establish the cause of the man's death.

Summary: A man who was chased and detained by tram security staff following an assault at a railway station has died.


Manley finished joint second at the Johannesburg Open on Sunday to earn an Open debut at Royal Birkdale from 20 to 23 July, 2017. "I want to go there and try and compete against the world's best," the 38-year-old said. "The prize money on offer is fantastic and that could go a long way to securing my card for the 2018 season." Even playing at the Royal Birkdale course will be a first for the player who turned professional in 2003. Manley has "no knowledge whatsoever" of the Royal Birkdale links. "I've never played it. I've heard great reports," he added. "I'm going to go up in a few weeks time. I've got a couple of weeks off now and I'm going to do a couple of practice rounds to get a feel for it and prepare myself for July."

Summary: Welshman Stuart Manley has vowed not approach his first Open Championship "just for the experience".


Officers were called to the property on May Street just after 18:00 BST on Friday. Humberside Police said the deaths "are still being treated as suspicious, but unexplained". The men have not been formally identified and a post-mortem examination will take place later to establish the cause of death. Det Supt Matt Hutchinson from the force's Major Crime Unit said: "Unsurprisingly this incident will be of great concern to the local community and as a result extra officers will be in the May Street area carrying out enquiries and reassuring the public. "Significant enquiries are under way to establish how and when the men died. "A large number of police resources are working on the investigation carrying out house to house, CCTV and forensic enquiries."

Summary: The bodies of two men have been found in the back garden of a property in Hull.


They have been given a two-year reprieve before facing penalties, following a European Parliament vote. Bertie Armstrong, chief executive of the Scottish Fishermen's Federation, said it was a "very important" move towards a more workable system. He denied it was backsliding on a key conservation measure. The ban was part of a new deal on fishing quotas and industry rules reached after negotiations in Brussels. It came into force in January for species such as herring and mackerel, and will take effect in January 2016 for cod and haddock. Researchers from the University of Strathclyde had previously said the ban would be difficult to comply with. They said that reducing waste and improving fish stocks was uncertain.

Summary: Scotland's fishermen have been given more time to cope with a ban on throwing unwanted fish back into the sea.


Guy Verhofstadt was speaking to a parliamentary committee that is considering how to redistribute the seats given up by the UK. Northern Ireland currently elects three MEPs, while the Republic of Ireland elects 11. He said those with Irish passports in NI should still have a vote. Having an Irish passport will entitle those in Northern Ireland to remain EU citizens. Mr Verhofstadt explained that it could be done by increasing the number of European parliamentary seats in the Republic of Ireland. However the chair of the committee, Danuta Hubner, said: "It is amazing what you are saying because it is the Republic of Ireland which is against this idea of giving the right to vote to nationals in third countries - so we have a problem here."

Summary: People from Northern Ireland could elect MEPs in the Republic of Ireland after Brexit, the European Parliament's Brexit negotiator has suggested.


The Â£1.5m grant is to repair and refurbish business premises along Kirkgate and start a feasibility study on the cloth hall's restoration. It is a "fragile" Grade II* listed building that needs considerable investment, Leeds City Council said. It is hoped some of the improvement works could start in the summer. Along Lower Kirkgate the buildings are mainly 18th and 19th Century three-storey terraced properties. The cloth hall is the "most important building" on that part of the street, the authority said. It hopes to see if the restoration can be carried out in a "financially sustainable manner". The building was built in 1711 as a covered market for the sale of cloth. Surveys, conservation and archaeological investigations would lead to a feasibility study and further consultation on the eventual repair of the building.

Summary: A lottery grant is to be used to restore parts of an historic street in Leeds and help conserve the city's "important" First White Cloth Hall.


Virgin Trains has started selling tickets for the new return service, which commences from 14 December. The service includes an early train leaving Stirling at 05:26, arriving at London King's Cross at 10:52. Scottish government transport minister Derek Mackay welcomed the move as "an undoubted draw for tourists, business and residents" which could bring "significant economic benefits". He added: "It is my firm belief that using the train is also a sustainable alternative to domestic air travel, and I am delighted that those people who work between central Scotland and London will now have the option of choosing a more environmentally friendly and comfortable way of making their journeys." David Horne, managing director at Virgin Trains, said the new services "mark a major milestone" for the firm. The company is also creating new services between the capital and Sunderland and Leeds.

Summary: A new direct train service is to be launched linking Stirling with London.


Swansea born and bred, the 20-year-old has agreed a three-year deal after making his Pro12 debut in the draw with Glasgow in January. Beard, who is 6ft 8in, has made five senior appearances for the Ospreys. "I'm chuffed to bits. I've been working hard the last few years since I signed my development contract," said Beard. "I'm just grateful of the opportunity I've been given and I'm looking forward to the next three years. "I'm still young, I've still got a lot of things to learn and there isn't a better to place to do it than here with people like Alun Wyn [Jones] and Lloyd Ashley to learn off. "The competition in the pack is second to none and that can only make me a better player in the future."

Summary: Wales Under-20s lock Adam Beard has signed his first professional contract with the Ospreys.


Aid has bought HMV's six shops in Hong Kong, two shops in Singapore and branding rights in China, Macau and Taiwan, the administrators said. No details have been given of how much Aid has paid for the business, which generates annual sales of more than 300m Hong Kong dollars ($39m; Â£25m). Aid Partners is a Hong Kong-based firm that specialises in investing in China. "We are delighted to have completed the sale of HMV's Asian business and wish Aid Partners and the HMV Asia team every success for the future in developing this iconic brand further," said joint administrator Rob Harding. HMV went into administration on 15 January. It has so far announced the closure of 103 of its 219 shops in the UK. The administrators say they are hoping to keep a smaller, restructured group operating as a going concern.

Summary: The administrators of HMV, Deloitte, have sold its business in Asia to private equity firm Aid Partners.


The attack on a 32-year-old woman took place at about 01:30 on St Valentine's Day, 14 February, in the St Vincent Bar on St Vincent Street. The woman was taken to Glasgow Royal Infirmary with a facial injury. The man being sought by police is white, aged between 20 and 24, 5'7" in height, of slim build and with brown hair. He was wearing a grey jacket, jeans and trainers. Det Con Vikki Reid said: "No-one should be subjected to a vicious attack when merely out enjoying themselves within a city centre establishment. "I urge anyone who has information or anyone who recognises the man in the image to contact officers of Greater Glasgow CID based at City Centre Police Office via telephone 101 or alternatively contact Crimestoppers."

Summary: Police have issued the image of a man they want to speak to in connection with a serious assault in Glasgow.


Around 50 people have been evacuated from the 16-storey building in Brixton, and the area has been cordoned off. A pregnant woman, a man, and a girl were taken to hospital suffering smoke inhalation. Ten engines and 72 firefighters were sent to the Canterbury Gardens complex after the alarm was raised shortly before 13:30 BST. The fire started in the ground floor flat and damaged homes on the first and second floors of the 16-storey block. Thick black smoke could be seen for miles around, with the brigade receiving 36 calls on the 999 emergency number. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Summary: Firefighters have brought a large blaze in a block of flats in London under control.


Former England Under-18 international Glynn, 26, recently left relegated Bristol, having made 140 appearances for the side in total. Lock Twomey, 25, is set to miss the start of the 2017-18 Premiership season after having further surgery on a foot injury. "I am very excited about joining Harlequins," said Glynn. "It is a great opportunity for me. I'm looking forward to getting stuck into the pre-season campaign with my new team-mates and hitting the ground running for when the season begins in September."

Summary: Harlequins have signed former Bristol second row Ben Glynn as cover for the injured Sam Twomey.


Alongside co-driver Daniel Barritt, Evans will contest the entire WRC season as part of DMACK World Rally, but will drive the M-Sport Ford Fiesta. His team-mates include the newly-crowned world champion, Sebastien Ogier and Estonian Ott Tanak. The 28-year-old drove for M-Sport in the top class in 2014 and 2015, but was demoted to the WRC2 class in 2016. "I am really excited, that was the goal last year to make it back in the top class," Evans told BBC Wales Sport. "Last season in WRC2 made me more determined to make it back in to WRC. "It is an open book this season with the brand new cars and new regulations, but I am aiming for the top positions. We want to get podiums and wins too."

Summary: Welsh rally driver Elfyn Evans will return to the World Rally Championship (WRC) in 2017 after a 12-month absence.


South Wales Fire and Rescue service was called to Brynmenyn Industrial Estate just before 09:00 BST on Friday. Nearby buildings are being evacuated and no casualties have been reported, the service said. Two crews from Bridgend and one from Pontycymmer are at the scene, with crews from Pencoed and Gilfach Goch due at attend. Bridgend council said delays are possible near the scene. James Burt, owner of Ogmore Vale Bakery, said the smoke and heat were "horrific". "They have shut the roads and you can hear the gas canisters exploding," he added.

Summary: About 51 firefighters are tackling a large blaze at a mattress recycling unit in Bridgend.


The 23-year-old joined Middlesbrough for around £3.8m from Ajax last summer and made 16 appearances for the club. The Denmark international struggled with a knee injury for much of the season and failed to score for the Teessiders, but made three assists. He joins Mainz, who finished 15th in Germany's top tier last season, on a four-year deal. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Middlesbrough winger Viktor Fischer has joined Bundesliga side Mainz for an undisclosed fee.


The 26-year-old from Wales lost to Japan's Mama Umeki having reached the final in the -78kg category on Sunday. Powell's British team-mate Amy Livesey took -63kg bronze on the opening day on Saturday. Powell, her team-mates and rivals are building up to the 2017 World Judo Championships in Hungary, in August. Cancun in Mexico will host the next Grand Slam event, starting on 16 June. Powell, who won bronze at the European Championships in April, said: "I'm really pleased to pick up another Grand Slam medal. "It was great to see strategies I've been working on in training coming through into competition. "I'm now looking forward to the final preparations for the World Championships."

Summary: Commonwealth Games judo champion and Olympian Natalie Powell has won silver for Great Britain at the Ekaterinberg Grand Slam in Russia.


Melvin Nicholson was out on the moor, south of Glen Coe, on Sunday when the "unbelievably beautiful" white rainbow appeared. Mr Nicholson said: "It is a colourless rainbow that is made up of tiny water droplets that cause fog. "It's an amazing thing to witness and can generally only be seen if the sun is behind you when you are looking at it." He said an isolated windswept tree, framed by the fog bow, completed the shot, "It was just beyond magical and one of those days that you'll remember for a long time to come," he added. A fog bow has also been photographed in the Cairngorms. Climber Andy Luke took his image on Sunday near the summit of Cairn Lochan. He said: "It was quite amazing."

Summary: A stunning shot of a white "fog bow" has been captured by a photographer over Rannoch Moor in the west of Scotland.


Damage caused by the blaze at Cromwell High School in, Dukinfield, Greater Manchester, was "much more extensive" than first thought, staff said. Classes at the school, which caters for pupils with special needs, are being held at another venue while repairs are carried out. About 50 firefighters tackled the blaze on Yew Tree Lane on Friday. A statement on the school's website said the whole school building would be "out of operation for the rest of the summer term" after surveys revealed the extent of the damage. "This will mean that school will have to operate from another site and all the equipment that the pupils require will need to be moved," it said. Three boys, two aged 14 and one aged 15, have been charged with arson with intent to endanger life. They will appear at Tameside Youth Court later.

Summary: A fire-hit high school is going to be closed for the summer term, parents have been told.


Police say road closures are in place at the Wingfield Road junctions with Brook Road and Bradford Road. It follows the discovery in February of what is believed to have been phosphorus-containing incendiary devices from World War Two. A 50m cordon is in place and local people have been advised to shut windows and doors. Phosphorus grenades were issued to the Home Guard during World War Two. The devices were used as improvised anti-tank weapons when Britain was facing possible invasion following the evacuation from Dunkirk. In February, a cache of grenades were discovered in heavy clay soil at the site in Wingfield Road by builders. The devices were destroyed in a controlled explosion.

Summary: The bomb squad has been called in after suspected anti-tank grenades were found on a building site in Trowbridge.


The Museum of London display will include the personal stories of Londoners who were there during the fire and will look at the city, before and after the blaze. It will also look at the fire's causes, how London was rebuilt afterwards and compare modern fire fighting techniques to those employed at the time. Fire! Fire! opens on 23 July next year. An unfinished piece of embroidery, reputed to have been saved from a house in Cheapside at the time of the fire will be on display for the first time. Director of the museum Sharon Ament said the fire was an "iconic moment" in the capital's history. She added: "Whilst it is a potent story there are many myths about the Great Fire and there is a compelling story to tell from catastrophe to the reshaping of the city."

Summary: A new exhibition will display rare artefacts from the Great Fire of London in 1666 to mark its 350th anniversary.


Gerard Bradley, who was 29 and from Ringsend, was buried after Requiem Mass in St Malachy's Church in Coleraine. He was killed alongside Omagh man Joe McDermott after a concrete slab fell on them both in Perth. Hundreds of people attended Mr Bradley's funeral. In his homily, Fr Brendan Mulhall spoke of how one single moment in time had changed the lives of the Bradley family forever. "In one single moment they found themselves caught up in the middle of a situation that you would not wish on anyone," he said. "There's always something immensely painful about the death of a young person." The body of Mr McDermott, who was 24, arrived home on Friday. His funeral is due to take place on Monday.

Summary: The funeral of a County Londonderry man who was killed in an accident on a building site in Western Australia has taken place.


It follows a game on Saturday when relegated Rhyl - who had not won in 16 matches - beat Port Talbot 5-0 at home. "We are aware of the issue and are working on this with the relevant authorities," said an FAW spokesman. Rhyl's previous win had come in October against Airbus Broughton UK. They are 11th in the 12-team league, with Port Talbot one place and 12 points ahead of them. Betting and sports data analysts Sportradar is the FAW's integrity partner and is involved in the investigation. All WPL players must sign an agreement before each season, which includes a pledge not to bet on games and competitions in which they appear.

Summary: The Football Association of Wales (FAW) is investigating suspicious betting patterns on a Welsh Premier League (WPL) match.


BBC Radio Leeds reports that the ex-Spain international, 44, is close to signing a deal to replace Garry Monk. Christiansen led Apoel to the Cypriot First Division title and the Europa League last 16 in 2016-17 in his sole season in charge before leaving in May. The former Barcelona striker will be the club's sixth boss since Brian McDermott left in May 2014. His only other managerial experience is with AEK Larnaca, also in Cyprus' top tier, who he led from 2014 to 2016. Monk left Elland Road in May after failing to agree terms on a new deal with new owner Andrea Radrizzani and was appointed Middlesbrough boss earlier this month. Denmark-born Christiansen, who qualified to represent Spain through his mother, played in Spain, Greece, Denmark and Germany during his career and finished as joint top scorer in the Bundesliga while playing for Bochum in 2002-03. More to follow.

Summary: Leeds United are set to appoint former Apoel Nicosia manager Thomas Christiansen as their new head coach.


Elizabeth Mulcahy, of Llandaff, Cardiff, has been charged with six counts of indecent assault against a female under 13. The offences are alleged to have taken place in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The jury, sworn in at Cardiff Crown Court on Monday, heard Mrs Mulcahy had denied all the charges. Clare Wilks, prosecuting, said the woman had shown the girl medical journals of female and male genitalia and touched her inappropriately. "The defendant said if she was to say anything about what happened there would be serious consequences," Ms Wilks added. The trial continues.

Summary: An 82-year-old woman accused of historical sexual abuse against a young girl has appeared in court.


The 23-year-old scored two goals in 38 league matches during his one season with the Scottish Premiership side. Azeez previously found the net 14 times in 98 appearances for AFC Wimbledon, helping them win promotion out of League Two in 2016. "I've driven down from Scotland with a big smile on my face because I'm really excited to move to Cambridge," he said. "There has always been a really good feel about this football club whenever I have played here in the past. "As soon as I had a conversation with (head coach) Shaun Derry and other staff from the club, I knew that this was the right place to come." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Cambridge United have signed Partick Thistle striker Ade Azeez on a two-year contract for an undisclosed fee.


Etienne Tshisekedi, one of the country's most important advocates of democracy, was a prominent opponent of successive Congolese leaders. The party he helped found in 1982, the Union for Democracy and Social Progress party (UDPS), said he had travelled to Belgium last week for medical checks. He was due to head a transitional council under a deal for President Joseph Kabila to step down this year. Mr Tshisekedi served as a minister under autocratic ruler Mobutu Sese Seko in the country then known as Zaire before helping to set up the UDPS. During the 1990s he was named prime minister four times but did not remain in the position after clashing with Mobutu, who was eventually forced out in 1997. His activism meant he remained popular but in recent years he had been suffering ill health.

Summary: DR Congo's main opposition leader has died in Brussels aged 84, reports say.


He said he was "disappointed" that 11 of the 22 councils "had nothing to say about how we shape local government". The Williams Commission report in January called for a cut to 10 or 12 councils. Only one of its recommended mergers - Conwy and Denbighshire - has been supported by the councils in question. Criticism of the councils came as Mr Andrews published more than 170 responses from organisations and members of the public to the formal consultation on local government reorganisation. However, several of the councils which did not respond to the formal consultation have submitted their views on voluntary mergers following a separate appeal by the minister.

Summary: Local councils who failed to respond to consultation on mergers have been criticised by public services minister Leighton Andrews.


Middlesbrough, who finished fourth in the Championship, are bidding to return to the Premier League after a six-year absence. Norwich City, who came third, are attempting to bounce back at the first attempt. The match is known as the 'most lucrative game in world football' because of the money a team can earn from being in the Premier League. I really hope Norwich win after all they did come 3rd. I'd love to see them go back to the Premier League were they belong. Dominic, Norwich, England I'm a season ticket holder at Middlesbrough and I'm going to the game today. I'm so excited and can't wait and definitely think Boro should win. They were in the top two all season and were unlucky not to go up automatically. Up the Boro! Isaac, Middlesbrough, England This chat page is now closed. Thanks for sending in your comments.

Summary: The biggest game in club football takes centre-stage today as Middlesbrough and Norwich battle it out for a place in the Premier League.


Alert Logic, a cyber security firm with headquarters in Houston, Texas, said the jobs will all be in place by the end of 2017. Invest NI is providing a grant of more than Â£500,000. The company's Belfast office is a security research and technology centre. Its employees will have a variety of roles, including threat intelligence, analytics and engineering. Speaking about the Invest NI backing, Finance Minister Mervyn Storey said: "Cyber security and cloud [computing] security are two of the fastest growing sectors in the market. "This support will help create high-quality jobs for the future and will further contribute to the dynamic, growing economy of Northern Ireland."

Summary: An American computer company is creating 88 jobs in Belfast, with average salaries of Â£44,000.


If elected, the former lord mayor of the city would replace Alban Maginness, the current SDLP MLA for North Belfast. Mr Maginness announced this month that he would be retiring from politics. Ms Mallon was selected by party members at a convention in the Lansdowne Hotel in Belfast on Thursday evening. She said it was "a great honour" to be selected to defend the seat for her party and "a privilege" to take over from Mr Maginness. "Alban has been a tireless servant for the people of north Belfast," she said. "His dedication to justice, human rights and the defence of civil liberties will mean his voice is sorely missed from politics here." SDLP leader Colum Eastwood said: "Her dedication to, and compassion for, people in the city is clear to everyone who meets her and contributed to a powerful and uniquely successful year as lord mayor."

Summary: Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP) councillor Nichola Mallon has been selected to contest the Northern Ireland Assembly election in North Belfast.


The BBC understands Richard Glanville, 59, was questioned on suspicion of the murder of Ricci Gallagher, who was found injured at a farmhouse in Little Burstead, Essex. The 46-year-old died in hospital a week later, on 6 August. A 53-year-old man from Basildon was also arrested. Both have been bailed. Mr Gallagher, from Billericay, had reported a fire at his home in Blind Lane, Little Burstead, minutes before police received a call that he was hurt at the nearby farmhouse on Sudburys Farm Road. Police said they were investigating why Mr Gallagher was at the farmhouse. The East of England Air Ambulance confirmed the Duke of Cambridge was the co-pilot when Mr Gallagher was airlifted to hospital. Mr Glanville worked for Aurora Fashions, a holding company which owned Oasis, Coast, Warehouse and Karen Millen until 2013.

Summary: The former chief financial officer of a fashion company that owned Oasis and Warehouse is one of two men who have been arrested following a man's death.


But Belgian-born Dutchman Max Verstappen was unable to drive a car legally on his own in either country. That all changed on Wednesday when the youngster turned 18 and passed his driving test at the first attempt. Despite having competed in 14 grands prix since his debut in Australia in March, Verstappen admitted to feeling the pressure during his test. "It's a relief," said the Toro Rosso driver, who finished ninth in Japan on Sunday and had only started driving lessons a week ago. "I was a bit nervous to make mistakes, but the exam went well." A bonus of turning 18 is that Verstappen will now be able to drink the champagne if he ever makes it onto the podium.

Summary: He is Formula 1's youngest ever driver and in charge of a car that can reach over 200mph.


The five-storey building for Bicester, costing £6.6m, comes as part of a town centre regeneration project. Plans for the centre include a new library, hotel and retail outlets, as well as office space and a restaurant. The submitted plans come after an exhibition in January and feedback from the public. They will be discussed by councillors in May. The earmarked site is on the Franklins Yard car park, facing the new Wesley Lane and Wesley Square. The first floor would include the new Oxfordshire County Council Library and would also house the Bicester Historical Society. If approved, work will start in July and be completed by summer 2015.

Summary: Plans for a multi-million pound community centre in north Oxfordshire have been submitted.


Shops and 60 homes were evacuated after the 60m (197ft) jib landed on the vacant clothing shop in West Street, Reading, on Saturday afternoon. Specialist engineers from the Netherlands assisted with the overnight operation, Reading council said. BW Workplace Experts, which operates the crane, said it was assisting police and the Health and Safety Executive with their enquiries. Police said the crane had been stabilised by fire crews on Sunday morning, and had initially predicted it could take "several days" to dismantle the structure. The Health and Safety Executive has been informed. No-one was injured in the incident.

Summary: A crane that toppled on a former town centre Primark store has been removed.


The 25-year-old tested positive for a banned substance and was sent home from the tour of New Zealand last week. Sports Minister Dayasiri Jayasekera told parliament that authorities will send a B sample to the International Cricket Council for testing. "We are doing all we can to defend him," said the minister. "We are wondering if this allegation is a conspiracy to keep him out of next year's T20 World Cup." Jayasekera added that Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena had spoken to Perera, who was withdrawn from the series in New Zealand which comprises two Tests, five one-day internationals and two Twenty20 internationals. Sri Lanka are defending champions for next year's ICC World Twenty20 in India in March and April, and will face England, South Africa, West Indies and a qualifying nation in the group stage.

Summary: Kusal Perera's failed drugs test could be part of a "conspiracy" against the wicketkeeper-batsman, according to Sri Lanka's sports minister.


It means the 27-year-old loose forward could miss up to half of the upcoming 2016 season. The former England international featured in 29 games for the Wolves last season, scoring two tries. "He needed it. I think we all saw he was struggling through and hampering the quality of work he was able to put out," said head coach Tony Smith. "It's a six, seven, eight-month recovery but that's what you need to do sometimes rather than try to struggle through when it affects every other part of your game as well. "It's a bit of a blow for us and Ben but we decided it had to be done. It's the sensible thing to get him right for the back end of next year and the following year."

Summary: Warrington forward Ben Harrison could be out for up to eight months after surgery on his knee, wrist and ankle.


The WSL's six lowest teams will now play a preliminary round of fixtures in May, before WSL Two sides host WSL One opponents in the first round in July. Arsenal beat Notts County in last year's final to win their fourth title in the competition's five-year history. Manchester City are the only other team to have lifted the cup, having beaten the Gunners in the 2014 final. "We felt it was the right time to move to a knockout format and reduce some of the issues we had with the competition - such as dead rubber games," said Football Association director of development and participation Kelly Simmons. "The new format will bring the excitement of a knockout competition but still ensure that WSL Two clubs get to face WSL One opponents, providing development opportunities."

Summary: The WSL Continental Cup is to scrap its group stage and will be played in a knockout format from next season.


The 29-year-old has signed a four-year contract to become City's third summer signing. New manager Pep Guardiola has already brought in Ilkay Gundogan from Borussia Dortmund for £20m, as well as Australian midfielder Aaron Mooy. Nolito started all four of Spain's matches at Euro 2016 before they were knocked out in the last 16 by Italy. "I think that Pep Guardiola is one of the best managers in the world," said Nolito, whose real name is Manuel Agudo Duran. "He knows a lot about the game and he's going to help me progress as a player. I'm sure he'll get the best out of me." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page. Subscribe to the BBC Sport newsletter to get our pick of news, features and video sent to your inbox.

Summary: Manchester City have signed Spain forward Nolito from Celta Vigo after meeting his £13.8m release clause.


Matthew Edwards, 20, of Southern Avenue, Preston, is due before Preston Magistrates' Court on 28 May. Evatt, 33, alleged he was "punched, kicked and spat on" by rival fans after his team lost 3-0 in the second leg of their play-off semi-final at Deepdale. The player previously played for Preston's Lancashire rivals Blackpool. Lancashire Police said it was continuing to investigate the incident, which followed "an otherwise largely peaceful incursion on to the pitch" at the end of the match on Sunday. The 3-0 win provided Preston North End with a 4-0 aggregate victory to book their place in the League One play-off final at Wembley, where they will play Swindon.

Summary: A man has been charged with assaulting Chesterfield FC captain Ian Evatt after the club's League One play-off defeat at Preston.


The actress provided the voice of Howard Wolowitz's unseen overbearing mother on the show. The episode ended with a message honouring Susi, saying: "Every time you spoke, we laughed. You're in our hearts forever." Producers have yet to make a decision on how to proceed with Susi's character for the rest of the current series. Other cast members paid tribute to the actress after she died on Tuesday in Los Angeles. Kaley Cuoco Sweeting, who plays Penny in the hit sitcom, posted a picture of Susi on her Facebook page adding: "Rest in peace hilarious, adorable, sweet Carol Ann Susi. You will forever be part of the Big Bang Theory family." Kunal Nayyar, Howard's best friend Raj, added: "My heart is broken. I will miss your smile. Your spirit is forever with us."

Summary: US sitcom The Big Bang Theory has paid tribute to cast member Carol Ann Susi, who died earlier this week from cancer.


Samba Diakite, Oscar Gobern, Armand Traore and Yun Suk-young will also leave Loftus Road when their contracts expire at the end of next month. Meanwhile, midfielder Karl Henry and winger Junior Hoilett are in talks about extending their deals. "There is no disguising we have had some very difficult decisions to make," manager Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink said. Former Norwich and West Ham keeper Green made a total of 128 appearances for QPR after joining the west London club in the summer of 2012. The 36-year-old played 25 times this season, but his last outing came on 1 January. Centre-back Hill, 37, played 185 times in six seasons with the R's while Faurlin, 29, made 163 appearances during seven years with the club, despite suffering three serious knee injuries. QPR finished 12th in the Championship table this season.

Summary: QPR have released former England goalkeeper Rob Green, defender Clint Hill and midfielder Alejandro Faurlin.


It happened about 23:00 local time, during Ramadan nightfall prayers at the Masjid Maryam mosque, in Ballybrit. Irish national broadcaster RTÉ is reporting the mosque's Imam Ibrahim Noonan believes it was a targeted incident after Saturday night's terrorist attack in London. He said he initially thought the huge bang was caused by an electrical fault. It is understood CCTV footage shows suspects fleeing the scene after shattering a window. Garda (Irish police) confirmed they are investigating the criminal damage at the premises in Ballybrit, County Galway. They are appealing for witnesses and reviewing the CCTV. No arrests have yet been made.

Summary: A mosque in Galway was vandalised on Monday night while a full congregation of worshippers was inside.


Steven Welsby, 40, attacked Aneirin Hughes during the incident in the town in July. Mr Hughes, who plays Ch Supt Brian Prosser in the bilingual drama, sustained injuries to his mouth, ear and eye. Welsby, who pleading guilty to common assault, was also ordered to pay Â£50 compensation. He had originally denied a charge of causing actual bodily harm, but the charge was changed to common assault on Monday. Two other men, Robert Edwards, 52, and Dewi Edwards, 24, were fined at an earlier hearing after pleading guilty to their part in the assault. The three men were on a stag do when the assault - over a long-standing dispute about agriculture land - took place, Aberystwyth Magistrates Court heard.

Summary: An Aberystwyth man who assaulted a Hinterland actor outside a pub has been given a 12-month conditional discharge.


A suicide bomber killed at least 17 people at a bus station in Biu, witnesses say, while a second bomber was caught by a crowd and reportedly beaten to death. In Jos, three bombs thrown from a car killed 15 people at a bus station and the university. February's presidential election has been postponed because of the unrest. The vote is now expected to take place on 28 March. President Goodluck Jonathan, who was visiting the north-eastern garrison town of Baga, insisted that the army was winning the war against Boko Haram. The army recaptured Baga from Boko Haram last week. The group still controls much of the north-eastern state of Borno and more than three million people have fled their homes. Attacks in Kano and Potiskum on Tuesday claimed more than 50 lives. No group has said it carried them out.

Summary: Bomb attacks have killed at least 32 people in northern Nigeria, amid a wave of violence from Boko Haram militants.


The Court of Arbitration for Sport dismissed the Irish appeal over the results from August's event in Aachen. Ireland claimed they had been denied a crucial clear round when Cian O'Connor was distracted by a member of the ground staff running across the arena. O'Connor's horse knocked down the next fence and the Irish missed out on Rio. If O'Connor had completed a clear round Ireland, and not Spain, would have landed a place at next summer's Games in Brazil. The European Championships counted an a qualifying event for the Olympics. Ireland had already had an appeal against the result rejected by the International Equestrian Federation (FEI). Meath rider O'Connor, 36, expressed his disappointment at the outcome on Facebook. "I tried everything and left no stone unturned in trying to seek fairness for what I felt was an unsporting decision made by the ground jury in Aachen," he said.

Summary: Ireland's showjumping team will not be competing at the Olympics after failing in their final protest over a bizarre incident at the European Championships.


The last suspect in custody, a 30-year-old man, arrested in Birmingham on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts, was released on Saturday. Eleven other people were previously arrested and released with no further action. Four people died as a result of the attack in London last month. They were Kurt Cochran, aged 54, Aysha Frade, 44, PC Keith Palmer, 48, and 75-year-old Leslie Rhodes. The attacker, Khalid Masood, 52, also died. The inquests into the deaths of the victims opened and adjourned last week. Masood drove his car into pedestrians on Westminster Bridge and then ran into the Palace of Westminster grounds armed with two knives. On Thursday, an inquest heard Masood died at the scene from a single gunshot wound to the chest after he was shot by police. In total, his attack lasted 82 seconds.

Summary: All those arrested in connection with the Westminster terror attack have now been released with no further action, the Met police have said.


The 23-year-old Belgian joined the Owls from Manchester United in January and made 11 league appearances last season. He could make his debut in Sunday's Championship opener with Middlesbrough. Boss Simon Grayson told the club website: "He had a fantastic upbringing at Manchester United, learning and developing from the best in players and staff in the world." "He can play as an orthodox right-back and as a wing-back," Grayson added. "When you've been a Manchester United player you have got to be able to handle the ball; we want him to join in with play when needed to as well as defend." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Preston North End have signed Sheffield Wednesday full-back Marnick Vermijl on a season-long loan deal.


Colum Marks was shot dead on 10 April 1991 during an attempted mortar bomb attack on Downpatrick police station. Officers were waiting when an IRA unit arrived to carry out the attack in St Patrick's Avenue. It is claimed Colum Marks was not armed when RUC officers opened fire. Gavin Booth, a legal representative for the Marks family, said: "We believe this is one of the shoot-to-kill operations by the state. "There was no chance ever taken to arrest Colum which could have happened. "They had the pre-planned intelligence, the knew the location, they knew Colum was going to be there." The Attorney General, John Larkin, has now written to the Director of Public Prosecutions, Barra McGrory, asking for a review of a previous decision not to prosecute any police officers arising out of his death. The PPS is now awaiting for the files to be sent to them.

Summary: The Attorney General has asked the Public Prosecution Service to review a decision not to prosecute any police officers following the shooting of an IRA man in County Down.


That is below the £90.2bn figure estimated in March by the independent Office for Budget Responsibility, and £11.1bn lower than last year's total. March's borrowing figure was down £400m from a year earlier, the Office for National Statistics figures showed. Finances in the month were helped by increased revenues from income tax and national insurance. The ONS said taxpayers paid a record £15.5bn in income tax last month. In the aftermath of the financial crisis, borrowing peaked at £153bn in 2009-10, the year before the Coalition government took power. As a percentage of gross domestic product (GDP), the deficit has more than halved since then from 10% to 4.8%. Total Public Sector Net Debt (PSNB), which excludes help for state-controlled banks, stood at £1.484 trillion in March, equivalent to 80.4% of GDP. The figure is £500bn higher than it was the year before the Coalition government took charge.

Summary: Government borrowing fell to £7.4bn in March, figures show, taking the total for the financial year to £87.3bn.


The broadcaster, who presents the Victoria Derbyshire Show on BBC Two and the BBC News Channel, revealed the diagnosis on Twitter and said she would be having a mastectomy. Derbyshire, 46, said she planned to work on the programme "as much as possible during treatment". She also praised family, friends, the NHS and her colleagues in her tweets. Derbyshire, a former BBC Radio 5 live presenter, tweeted: "Hi, have been diagnosed with breast cancer & am having a mastectomy in a few wks. "Family, friends, work & NHS staff are being brilliant." She added that said she would be "doing the programme as much as possible during treatment in the months ahead". A BBC spokesman said: "We wish Victoria a full and speedy recovery and look forward to having her back full-time on the programme as soon as possible."

Summary: The BBC journalist and presenter Victoria Derbyshire has been diagnosed with breast cancer.


Media playback is not supported on this device Froome, 31, became the first British rider to defend the title and win three Le Tours. Thomas and team-mates flanked Froome as he crossed the finishing line in Paris. "Even though he's the one that wins it and gets all the plaudits on the podium, we all go through so much together," Thomas said. "Everyone in the world of cycling knows how much it is a team sport as well as individual. "It's just amazing to be a part of." Team Sky's victory was their fourth in five years with Thomas finishing 15th while fellow Welshman Rowe was placed 151st. Thomas, 30, will now turn his attention to the Olympic Games in Rio, where he will compete in the time trial and road race.

Summary: Geraint Thomas says he took great satisfaction from fellow Team Sky rider Chris Froome's third Tour de France win.


Two pairs of the birds have nested on city centre buildings for the past few years, and experts say the new box could attract another pair to breed. The Avon Wildlife Trust said it hopes the new box will offer "a safe and long-term nesting site" and if successful, eggs could be laid in it as early in the middle of March. The trust has teamed up with the cathedral for the project. Joe McSorley, from the trust, said: "Bristol is home to two very successful breeding pairs (of an estimated 50 using city centres across the UK) and they've become an integral part of the Bristol sky. "Peregrines are drawn to urban settings, due to the abundance of food and the absence of other predators. The patches of green space in the city provide hunting ground, whilst the high rise buildings mimic cliff habitat."

Summary: A peregrine nesting box has been put up on the roof of Bristol Cathedral.


The first call, shortly before 11:00, was to assist an 8.3m yacht which had run aground near Glenmoriston. Before returning to base, they were called to Temple Pier to help with a motor cruiser which had a rope caught in its propeller. Shortly after returning to base at 14:45, the lifeboat was called out to a yacht drifting near Urquhart Castle. A statement from the RNLI Loch Ness lifeboat station said: "A memorable day for the volunteers at Loch Ness boathouse in a year that is shaping up to be their busiest yet." A lifeboat on Loch Ness was first introduced in 2008.

Summary: Loch Ness RNLI have attended three separate incidents on their busiest day ever.


The remains of Becky Anne Morgan were recovered from the water at Broadstairs on 07:45 BST on Sunday, police said. They had been called nearly three hours earlier to reports of someone in the sea at the Port of Ramsgate about three miles away. A 21-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on bail until 24 June. Police have appealed for witnesses who were in the Harbour Parade or Ramsgate Sands area early on Sunday. They also want to speak to people who might have seen Becky on Saturday evening or night.

Summary: A body pulled from the sea off Kent has been identified as that of a 17-year-old woman from Ramsgate.


The 27-year-old scrum-half, who joined from Bradford Bulls in 2014, was under contract until 2017 but had been linked with a move away from The Jungle. "It's great to be able to put all the rumours to bed," said Gale. "I did have interest from elsewhere but I always wanted to stay here and I'd like to see out the rest of my career here at Castleford Tigers." Coach Daryl Powell said: "Luke Gale has been outstanding since he signed at Castleford Tigers and I expect him to improve every year he is with us. "I fully expect him to become the next England half-back and look forward to him continuing to grow as a person and a player within our environment."

Summary: Acting Castleford captain Luke Gale has signed a new five-year contract with the Super League club.


Amina Begum, 47, from Fambridge Close, Maldon, Essex, died as a result of the "very violent" attack on 24 March. Her son, 26-year-old Javid Ahmed, rang 999 to report he had killed his mother. Ahmed admitted manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility at a Chelmsford Crown Court hearing earlier. Prosecutors accepted his plea. He will be sentenced on 19 September. Live: Updates on this story and other Essex news Det Insp Danny Stoten said: "The investigation into this incident has established that at the time Ahmed was very unwell and his mental capacity was significantly impaired. "Members of the public tried to intervene to help Mrs Begum and I would like to thank them for their bravery during what must have been a very frightening incident."

Summary: A man has admitted stabbing his mother to death in the street, leaving her with 37 separate knife wounds.


Mr Ban was due to visit an industrial complex in the Kaesong economic zone run jointly by the North and South. Speaking at a forum in Seoul, he said the move was "deeply regrettable" and that no explanation was given. He would have been the first UN chief to visit North Korea in more than 20 years. Mr Ban said he wanted to promote reconciliation. When he first announced the meeting on Tuesday, he said he would "urge North Korea to co-operate with the international community for the Korean Peninsula and for peace and stability", reported Yonhap. Mr Ban, who was previously South Korea's foreign minister, was due to meet South Korean business leaders and North Korean workers on his trip to Kaesong. The two countries remain technically at war as the 1950s Korean War ended with an armistice, not a peace treaty.

Summary: North Korea has abruptly cancelled UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon's visit one day before he was due to arrive.


Police are questioning a man on suspicion of attempted murder following the attack in the High Road in Loughton at 23:30 GMT on Friday. The victim in his 20s suffered wounds which left him in a "life-changing condition", a police spokeswoman said. A large knife was found by officers at the scene, the force said. The victim had been on a night out with a group of friends but was then attacked in the street "by a group of three or four men", the spokeswoman added. A group is believed to have left the area in a black Audi A8 which was later found on fire in Waltham Abbey. One of the suspects, a 30-year-old man from Grays, was arrested after being chased by a PCSO on foot. "Officers do not believe that this was a random incident and it may have been a targeted attack," the force added.

Summary: A man who suffered "serious knife wounds" in an attack following a night out in Essex may have had his hand cut off, the BBC understands.


The rugby league club's 10,000-capacity stadium near Junction 32 of the M62 at Glasshoughton has already been approved by Wakefield Council. Steve Gill, chief executive, said the club could now "thrive and not just survive". Developers Lateral Property Group said the scheme could create 2,000 jobs. Plans for Five Towns Park also include a 50-acre country park, shops and restaurants. Mr Gill said "It's a huge relief to hear the application is not being called in... but we still have a lot of work to do before we start the groundwork. "It makes sense in every way, shape and form not only for the rugby club but for jobs and everything we need in Castleford."

Summary: A new Castleford Tigers stadium has moved closer with the news the secretary of state has not "called in" a £135m scheme.


The House of Keys constituencies of Douglas North and Douglas South became vacant following elections to the Legislative Council earlier this year. Previous MHKs David Cretney and Bill Henderson were elected to Tynwald's upper chamber on 17 March. Four candidates will stand for election in Douglas South, while three others have put themselves forward in Douglas North. Polling stations for both constituencies will be open between 08:00 and 20:00 BST. Douglas South candidates (polling centres at Willaston Methodist Church, Cronk y Berry School and the Project 21 Centre): Kurt Buchholz (businessman);Amy Burns (homemaker); Keith Fitton (registered nurse and charity manager); William Malarkey (electrical engineer and company director). Douglas North candidates (polling centres at St Matthew's Church Hall, Pulrose Methodist Church, Anagh Coar Primary School and Scoill Vallajeelt). David Ashford (businessman); Maire Booth (shipping officer); Ralph Peake (businessman).

Summary: Seven candidates will contest two by-election seats in Douglas on Thursday.


Bento, 45, had been in charge since 2010 but failed to steer his side out of the group stages at this summer's World Cup in Brazil. The Portuguese Football Federation say his replacement will be announced soon, though it gave no date. Portugal's second Euro 2016 qualifier is against Denmark next month, after they play France in a friendly. Under Bento, Portugal reached the last four at Euro 2012 before losing a penalty shootout to eventual winners Spain. They qualified for the World Cup by beating Sweden in a play-off but were thrashed 4-0 by Germany in their opener and were eliminated at the group stage. Media playback is not supported on this device

Summary: Portugal coach Paulo Bento has left his role by mutual consent after last week's 1-0 defeat at home to Albania.


Police said the accident, which involved a Renault van and a Mercedes van, happened at 11:15 on the A75 near Eastriggs, in Dumfries and Galloway. The 67-year-old female passenger in the Mercedes was pronounced dead at the scene. Another passenger, a 38-year-old woman, was taken to Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary by ambulance. Her condition was described as stable. The 67-year-old driver of the Mercedes was taken to the same hospital to be treated for a chest injury. The two male occupants of the Renault were taken to hospital as a precaution. Inquiries are continuing into the cause of the crash and any witnesses have been asked to contact the police.

Summary: A woman has died following a crash between two vans on the Gretna to Stranraer road.


Sibusiso Ndebele is accused of accepting more than $665,000 (Â£440,000) to facilitate tenders worth $133m while transport minister, local media reports. The court did not ask him to plead and he was freed on bail. Mr Ndebele is the latest in a string of senior South African officials to face corruption charges. Mr Ndebele was freed on $670 bail by a magistrate at the commercial crimes court in KwaZulu-Natal province, National Prosecution Authority (NPA) spokesman Luvuyo Mfaku told the BBC. The case had been postponed to July 2016 so that police investigations could continue, he added. The diplomat was investigated by the Hawks, a police unit which focuses mainly on organised crime. Mr Ndebele was transport minister from 2009 to 2011, and was also involved in South Africa's bid for the 2010 football World Cup. He became ambassador to Australia in May - a post he still holds.

Summary: South Africa's ambassador to Australia has appeared in court in South Africa on corruption charges.


The England Under-23 international scored 14 goals last season as Doncaster finished second in WSL 2 and were promoted back to the top flight. England, 21, said: "I feel I am at the stage in my career to test myself at a higher level. "There is no doubt that will happen at Chelsea, not just during games but in every training session." Her arrival is Chelsea's fourth signing of the close season. They have also brought in midfielders Karen Carney and Jade Bailey and goalkeeper Becky Spencer. England will be reunited with Chelsea assistant manager Paul Green, who signed her during his time at Doncaster. "Beth is a great character and a young player who is hungry to develop and improve her game," said Green.

Summary: Women's Super League champions Chelsea Ladies have signed forward Bethany England from Doncaster Belles.


The Marriage and Civil Partnership Act is based on the same legal framework introduced in England two years ago. It enables same-sex couples to marry in a civil ceremony or, subject to agreement, in a religious celebration. Manx civil partnerships have been allowed since 2011 - the new legislation comes into effect on Friday. Chief Minister Allan Bell described the move - which was backed by Tynwald in April - as an "historic moment" for the island. "Recognition of marriage for same-sex couples shows just how far the island has travelled over the past 30 years," he said. Homosexuality was only decriminalised on the Isle of Man in 1992 - a quarter of a century later than in England and Wales. It is thought the island's first same-sex marriage is due to take place at the end of July.

Summary: Same-sex marriages can go ahead in the Isle of Man following the granting of Royal Assent.


The 34-year-old, who played under Black Cats boss David Moyes at Everton between 2006 and 2009, has joined until the end of the season. Lescott left Aston Villa last summer after one season at the club. He then joined AEK Athens, making four appearances for the Greek side before suffering an injury and had his contract cancelled in November. Sunderland are currently bottom of the Premier League, three points from safety.

Summary: Sunderland have signed former Aston Villa defender Joleon Lescott on a short-term contract.


Christopher Halliwell, 52, of Swindon, appeared via a video link at Bristol Crown Court. Becky Godden, also known as Becky Godden Edwards, was last seen alive in 2002 but was not reported missing until 2007 as her family believed she was living in the Bristol area. Miss Godden's body was found in a Gloucestershire field in 2011. A trial is due to take place in September, with a pre-trial hearing set for July. The court heard that Mr Halliwell intends to represent himself at the trial.

Summary: A taxi driver from Swindon has denied murdering a 20-year-old woman reported missing nine years ago.


McGregor, 27, was due for a rematch with Nate Diaz on the 9 July promotion, but was pulled from the card after refusing to fulfil promotional duties. American light-heavyweights Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier will instead square off at the main event in Las Vegas. "I didn't prevent Conor from fighting at UFC 200," White said. "He knew what the deal was. I told him what the deal was. He opted to do that." McGregor had said earlier this week that he was back on the card for UFC 200, having last week triggered speculation that he was quitting before issuing a statement to say he had not retired. White acknowledged the absence of the Irish featherweight, UFC's biggest drawcard, would upset fans. He added: "Conor is going to fight again. He's going to fight at UFC 201, 202, 203, whatever the deal might be."

Summary: Conor McGregor will not feature on the UFC 200 card, but Ultimate Fighting Championship president Dana White says the Irishman will fight again.


Semi-finalists last time out, Senegal secured all three points with first half goals from Ibrahima Niane and Cavin Diagne. With the United States and Ecuador drawing 3-3 in Group F's other game, Senegal are the early pacesetters in Incheon. The Senegalese could have scored more goals but found the Saudi Arabian goalkeeper Mohammed Alyami in inspired form. Senegal next face the US on Thursday while Ecuador takes on Saudi Arabia. Sixteen of the 24 teams advance to the second round - the top two from each of the six groups and the four best third-place finishers. The final is scheduled for 11 June in Suwon Click here for U-20 World Cup results from the Fifa website

Summary: Senegal began their Fifa Under-20 World Cup campaign in triumphant fashion by beating Saudi Arabia 2-0 on Monday.


Models will need a doctor's certificate that their health is "compatible with the practise of the profession". Employers who break the law could face up to six months in jail and a â‚¬75,000 fine (Â£54,000, $81,000). A previous version of the bill had suggested a minimum Body Mass Index (BMI) for models, prompting protests from modelling agencies in France. But the final draft approved on Thursday allows doctors to decide whether a model is too thin by taking into account their weight, age, and body shape. It also says that digitally altered images making a model's silhouette "narrower or wider" should be labelled "touched up". France is not the first country to legislate on underweight models - Italy, Spain and Israel have all done so. Anorexia affects between 30,000 to 40,000 people in France, 90% of whom are women.

Summary: French MPs have adopted a bill aimed at banning the use of fashion models deemed to be "excessively thin".


Amarjit Basi will leave his post as principal and chief executive of Cornwall College at the end of July. The college is the fifth largest in England with seven sites across the county employing around 2,800 people. Nick Varney, from the University and College Union, said now would be a good time for the college to "reflect on its remuneration policy". He said there was a "serious inequality of pay" and called for "a moratorium on the appointment of a new principal". Cornwall College did not comment on the circumstances of Mr Basi's departure. It said: "He has led the college to change its direction and structures, delivered a very good Ofsted inspection outcome and overseen the merger with Bicton College." The college wished Mr Basi well and said it would put in place the process of recruiting a new principal immediately.

Summary: The boss of one of the largest employers in Cornwall has resigned his £200,000-a-year position.


The Snowdrop was repainted in a unique "dazzle" design by Sir Peter Blake. World War One ship designers used the dazzle effect to try to avoid detection by the enemy. The bright and twisty designs made it harder for hostile forces to track the range and speed of allied ships. Sir Peter Blake, 83, was the artist behind the cover of the Beatles' Sgt Pepper album. The Snowdrop was repainted at Cammell Laird in Birkenhead and was commissioned by arts festival Liverpool Biennial and Tate Liverpool. Passengers will be able to learn about the history of "dazzle" and the role that Mersey ferries played in World War One by visiting an onboard exhibition. Peter Blake was one of the major figures of British pop art and has strong links with Liverpool. He first visited the city during his National Service with the RAF.

Summary: One of the ferries that operates on and across the Mersey has been given a makeover to commemorate the centenary of World War One.


John Wishart 39, fired the weapon towards one officer as another hid behind a car for safety outside a bar in Leven. CS spray was used to try and stop Wishart, who at one point jumped into the driver's seat of the police car. He was eventually detained by the officers. The incident happened in May. Wishart pled guilty to four charges - including assault and possessing the stun gun - at the High Court in Glasgow. After being arrested, police also discovered Wishart was in possession of two knives. Lord Boyd told Wishart: "Police officers who serve the community are entitled to the protection of the courts. "You tried to threaten or intimidate them in a bid to prevent them carrying out their duty. "I accept you did not intend to do any harm with the Taser - you were intent on using it to escape from the police."

Summary: A man who confronted police while armed with a 29,000-volt stun gun in Fife has been jailed for five years and three months.


Devon and Cornwall Police officers Tasered the man, who had self-inflicted knife injuries, in Langton Road in Falmouth, Cornwall at about 21:00 BST on Tuesday. The man died later at the Royal Cornwall Hospital and his next of kin have been informed. The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) is investigating. More on Taser death and other Cornwall and Devon stories Police said they were called to a property where "officers were confronted with a man who was in possession of a knife". The force added: "Due to the unfolding dynamic incident, police deployed a Taser." The IPCC said it has been told "the man sustained self-inflicted knife injuries and was taken to hospital where he subsequently died".

Summary: A man armed with a knife who was Tasered by police has died in hospital.


Tour chief executive Keith Pelley says he hopes to "experiment as early as 2017 and maybe roll it out in 2018". Speaking on BBC Radio 5 live, he added: "Yes, there'd be a shot clock. Yes, there'd be music and players would probably be dressed a bit differently. "Maybe they'd only play with five or seven clubs." Pelley said the format would probably feature the top players representing national sides. "It would probably be a country competition," he said. "So you could see England playing Scotland in a six-hole matchplay. "If you're not prepared to change, you're not prepared to be innovative, if you're not prepared to actually take chances, then sports will fall behind." Listen to the full interview on BBC Radio 5 live's Wake up to Money: Sports Edition

Summary: The European Tour is set to trial a new six-hole competition featuring a shot clock, music and fewer clubs in an effort to attract younger players.


Geno Smith and linebacker Ikemefuna Enemkpali got into an altercation inside the locker room on Tuesday, Jets Coach Todd Bowles said. "It had nothing to do with football," Bowles said of the fight. "It was something very childish." Enemkpali, a relative newcomer, lost his job after landing the punch. "You don't walk up to another man and punch him in the face," Bowles said. The team was training for the upcoming American football season, which begins later this month. Smith is expected to miss several games. Smith, who was competing to become the team's starting quarterback, will need surgery to fix his jaw. With Smith sidelined, the team's other quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick is likely to assume the starting role. Later on Tuesday, Smith posted a closed-mouthed photo on Instagram with the caption "I'll be back".

Summary: A quarterback for the New York Jets will not be able to play for at least six weeks after a team-mate "sucker-punched" him and broke his jaw.


The 29-year-old man was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of assisting an offender in relation to the death of Assel Al-Essaie. He was later released on bail, South Yorkshire Police said. Mr Al-Essaie, 23, died in hospital after being shot in the chest in Daniel Hill, Walkley. Four men, two women and two teenage boys, have previously been bailed. Live updates and more stories from Yorkshire Mr Al-Essaie was believed to be in a black Mercedes C class car when he was shot on Saturday 18 February. Armed police sealed off surrounding streets and he was taken to hospital, where he died from his injuries. Officers are still asking for anyone with information about Mr Al-Essaie's death to come forward.

Summary: A ninth person has been arrested over the fatal shooting of a man in Sheffield in February.


The former WBO Featherweight Champion was sentenced to four years in prison by a court in Malaga in 2012. A European arrest warrant was issued by the Spanish authorities after claims he left before starting the sentence. Earlier this year a Scottish sheriff ruled the 37-year-old, from Cambuslang, South Lanarkshire, could be extradited. Appeal judges have upheld the ruling. Earlier this year, Harrison's legal team argued at Edinburgh Sheriff Court that the Spanish authorities had not followed extradition law when they issued a European Arrest Warrant for him. Sheriff Thomas Welsh QC, however, ruled that the former boxer should be extradited. Harrison's lawyers sought leave to appeal that decision but their application was rejected by Lord Carloway, sitting with Lady Smith and Lady Clark. Lord Carloway also said bail would be refused, after which Harrison was handcuffed and led away from court by security officers.

Summary: Former boxer Scott Harrison has lost a legal bid to avoid extradition to Spain over assault charges.


The flag, bearing a double 'S' in the style of the Nazi paramilitary force, was seen at Gamba's J-League game at city rivals Cerezo Osaka on 16 April. The league has fined them two million yen (£13,500). Gamba have banned members of the group responsible and issued an indefinite ban on flags and banners at games. The club "immediately identified the supporter group in question and took swift and appropriate measures", the J-league said on its website. "However, the club's efforts to establish a system of monitoring supporter activities and enlightening them is not enough to meet its important responsibility of preventing discriminatory action from happening," it added. Gamba are third in the J-league with 19 points from 10 games and travel to Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo on Sunday.

Summary: Japanese side Gamba Osaka have been fined and reprimanded after their supporters waved a flag bearing a symbol similar to a Nazi SS insignia.


The 31-year-old has played 42 games for Exeter since moving from Glasgow Warriors in 2014 on a two-year deal. Low has won 32 caps for Scotland after making his debut against France in the 2009 Six Nations. "I think Moray has done well for us in his first two seasons here and is looking to be an improving player all the time," said Exeter boss Rob Baxter. "He has worked his way back into the Scotland squad, and the performances he has put in for us, his ability to play on both sides of the scrum, plus his desire to be considered as a player who can play on both sides has all been great. "I think he is a good player to have in the squad, he works extremely hard, he is very professional, he's an easy guy to coach and he enjoys being here."

Summary: Scotland prop Moray Low has signed a two-year extension to his contract at Premiership club Exeter Chiefs.


The man was taken to hospital after being pulled from rubble at the property in Cavell Walk, Stevenage. Emergency services were called to the house at about 21:20 GMT on Thursday following reports of an explosion. An investigation is now under way to establish what caused the fire, a police spokesman said. "A possible gas leak is a current line of inquiry," said the spokesman. Members of the public are advised to avoid the area. A spokesman for Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue said: "The first fire pump arrived within five minutes of the call. "Crews were faced with a serious fire affecting the first and second floor of a semi-detached domestic property, which had also been severely damaged by an explosion."

Summary: An explosion and fire at a house in Hertfordshire left one man seriously injured.


Craig Nelson, 34, who was also known as Craig Preston and who was from Wath-Upon-Dearne, was found at the Woodhead Tunnels in Derbyshire on 22 August. Two boys, aged 15, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and a girl, also aged 15, on suspicion of conspiracy to murder, said South Yorkshire Police. Two people have already been charged with murder. Mohammed Bashir, 41, and Leonie Mason, 23, both of Holme Park Court, Huddersfield, appeared at Sheffield Magistrates' Court charged with murder. Both were remanded in custody to appear at Sheffield Crown Court on 27 September. All three teenagers remain in custody, said the force. A post-mortem examination found Mr Nelson died as a result of head injuries.

Summary: Three teenagers have been arrested in a murder probe after a man's body was found on moorland.


American Daniel Berger leads at 15 under par after carding an eight-under 62 on Saturday, two strokes off the course record in Cromwell, Connecticut. Knox, who shot 64, is in a three-way tie for second, and chasing a second PGA Tour win after victory at the World Championships in Shanghai in November. "I always tell myself, don't be scared to play well," said the 31-year-old. South Africa's Tyrone van Aswegen and American Russell Henley are also at 12 under. England's Paul Casey, who lost in the play-off in Connecticut last year, carded a four-under-par 67 to move to nine under for the tournament. We've launched a new BBC Sport newsletter, bringing all the best stories, features and video right to your inbox. You can sign up here.

Summary: Scotland's Russell Knox is three shots off the lead heading into the final round of the Travelers Championship.


The 22-year old Wolves Academy product moves to Cambridge just days after completing a month's loan at Oxford. Ismail is on his sixth loan spell, having previously been at MK Dons, Burton Albion (twice) and Notts County. The U's have added a month's loan extension to teenage Everton midfielder Ryan Ledson, who first arrived at the Abbey Stadium in November. Cambridge were fined £7,000 last month for unwittingly picking Ledson illegally in their League Two defeat by Crawley Town on 9 January, one of his 18 appearances to date for the U's. Ismail was in line to make an immediate debut for the U's, having been named on the bench for Saturday's home date with Exeter City. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Cambridge United have signed Wolves' Albania-born winger Zeli Ismail on loan until the end of the season.


Slabs of concrete in the garden at the Forth Valley Sensory Centre in Camelon were broken up and walls were spray painted in the incident. A fountain was also damaged and defaced with graffiti during the attack over the weekend. Police said the youngsters, who are aged between seven and 11, will be referred to the Children's Reporter. A spokesman for the sensory centre said: "The centre would like to pass our thanks to PC McInnes for his swift and dedicated activity. "The response from the community has been amazing and we have been overwhelmed by the messages of support from local people and businesses."

Summary: A seven year old is among four children charged in connection with a vandal attack on a sensory garden in Falkirk.


Stornoway Coastguard received a mayday call at 23:41 on Friday alerting them to the boat in distress. The yacht had two adults and four children on board and the occupiers feared it was sinking. Coastguard teams launched an air and sea mission to get to the aid of the boat, which was stranded near Calve Island, south east of Tobermory Bay. The Oban lifeboat and the Rescue 951 helicopter from Inverness were sent to the scene, a coastguard spokesman said. The lifeboat was first on the scene and managed to rescue everyone on board. The helicopter stood by and provided lighting in the area. "There were no injuries and everyone was taken off safely," the coastguard spokesman said. The boat was floated off at high tide on Saturday.

Summary: Six people have been rescued from a yacht after it ran aground in the Sound of Mull.


Ben Patey, 33, was on a train when he saw the real-life seven sisters waiting on the platform. He took the photo on his way home, telling the Express: "I had to do a double-take. It was one of those strange but amusing moments." The Tube and overground station, near Tottenham, is thought to be named after a circle of Elm trees. People have been sharing the photo on social media, with one person saying it had made them "irrationally happy". But others have expressed doubts that the photograph shows seven nuns - suggesting that eight or even nine sisters are shown in the photo but are obscured.

Summary: Seven nuns have been pictured at Seven Sisters station in London by a passing commuter.


About 400 health physics monitors, who carry out manual radiation checks on staff and equipment, took part in a one-day stoppage last month. The GMB union has announced two more strikes for later this month, claiming management reneged on a pay rise deal. Sellafield Ltd said the action would not impact on the site's operations. A union spokesman said the first stoppage would take place on 25 August from 08:30 BST until 12:30 BST, with a 48-hour stoppage planned to start the following day. The dispute centres on the re-grading of some monitors and what they are paid. The company said staff had recently been awarded a 2.5% pay rise and while the principle of a further increase was "not in contention" it did not think there should be a "blanket" rise. Sellafield employs about 10,000 people and reprocesses and stores spent nuclear fuel from around the world.

Summary: The Sellafield nuclear reprocessing plant in Cumbria is to be hit by further strike action in a long-running pay dispute.


Ranieri picked up the Enzo Bearzot award after leading the 5,000/1 outsiders to the Premier League title. "I still haven't realised what we've done," said the Italian in Rome on Monday. "We started off trying to avoid relegation and you saw what happened." Bearzot was Italy's 1982 World-Cup winning coach who died in 2010 with the award being set up the following year in his honour. "I never met Bearzot but I've been told by people that they see his spirit in me and that fills me with pride," said Ranieri, who was chosen by a jury composed of representatives of major Italian sports newspapers.

Summary: Leicester boss Claudio Ranieri has been voted coach of the season - in Italy.


A 25-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman have been arrested and are expected to appear at Dunfermline Sheriff Court on Monday. Officers said they were acting on intelligence when they searched the property in the town's Birrell Drive. They found about 7,000 diazepam tablets, 5kg of herbal cannabis, 3.5kg of diamorphine and 2kg of cocaine. Supt Ricky Ness said: "Thanks to some excellent work by local officers and specialist resources from across the east, these drugs will no longer be able to make their way onto our streets. "The success of this recovery would not have been possible without information from the public, which is why it's vital that the community continue to tell us about their concerns or suspicious behaviour in their neighbourhood."

Summary: Police have recovered £500,000 worth of drugs after raiding a property in Dunfermline.


The coastguard in Benbecula said it was discovered at Baleshare on North Uist earlier on Thursday. The coastguard said it was a Mirach 100/5. This type of drone is used by armed forces worldwide to train on weapons systems. It was cordoned off before later being removed. The find comes just days after the finish of Nato's Exercise Joint Warrior. Staged in April and October in and around Scotland, the UK-led training involves North American and European armies, navies and air forces. The latest exercise also involves 30 warships, 60 aircraft and about 6,300 personnel from 12 nations. This April's exercise was the largest in the event's history. Military hardware does occasionally wash up on shorelines up and down the Western Isles. Some of the items are linked to activity at a rocket range in South Uist.

Summary: A military target drone has been found washed up on an island beach.


The 43-year-old died after the vehicle he was travelling in overturned near the city of Blantyre late on Saturday. Tenthani was well known across Malawi. He also worked for the Associated Press news agency and local newspapers. Malawi's President Peter Mutharika said Tenthani would be remembered "as a man of immense talent... eloquence, humour and warmth". BBC Africa editor Solomon Mugera said: Colleagues across BBC Africa are in deep shock after learning about the passing away of our Malawi reporter Raphael Tenthani. He was a consummate journalist who used his talent to powerfully tell the story of Malawi to the BBC's global audience. "In addition to being humble, patient and generous, colleagues are also unanimous in their admiration of Raphael's enviable writing skills." In 2010, Tenthani won a UN Media Award for his work on the Millennium Development Goals. His funeral is expected later on Monday.

Summary: Long-serving BBC Malawi correspondent Raphael Tenthani has been killed in a car accident, his family has said.


Marden Henge has been almost destroyed by ploughing and no longer has any standing stones, but encloses an area of 15 hectares (37 acres). A mound at the centre of the Wiltshire site still exists, which English Heritage archaeologists plan to spend six weeks delving into. "We certainly hope that this excavation will bring more pieces of the puzzle to light," said archaeologist Jim Leary. He added: "We are potentially looking at a much more intricate system of Neolithic ritual sites in this part of the world than we previously thought. "Marden Henge deserves to be understood more partly because of its size, but also due to its proximity to the more famous stone circles at Avebury and Stonehenge."

Summary: Work on one of Britain's least understood ancient sites is to start.


Opener Tamim Iqbal made 82 and Sabbir Rahman 41 in a third-wicket stand of 109 as the tourists successfully chased a target of 191 on the final day of the second Test. Skipper Mushfiqur Rahim (22*) kept his nerve after some middle-order wickets to see his side over the line for a four-wicket win, ensuring the two-match series was drawn. The victory continues Bangladesh's improvement in the longest format after they also beat England in October. Prior to that victory over Alastair Cook's England, Bangladesh had only beaten Zimbabwe and a weakened West Indies team in Test cricket. The Tigers also became only the fourth team to win their 100th Test, after Australia, Pakistan and West Indies.

Summary: Bangladesh celebrated their 100th Test with only their ninth ever victory - and their first against Sri Lanka - in Colombo.


The £11.3m station would be served by a local service between Leamington Spa and Coventry. The government has set aside a total of £20m to pay for 75% of the cost of either building or renovating stations in England and Wales. The rest of the money for the scheme would come from the county council. It is hoped work would begin on the site by autumn next year if the authority is successful with its New Stations Fund bid. Councillor Peter Butlin, the Conservative-run council's portfolio holder for transport and highways, said: "With the introduction of the new train service, the benefits are going to be felt over a much wider area as it will help relieve overcrowding on existing services. "It is also going to provide better access to employment opportunities in the Coventry and Warwickshire sub-region and support economic growth."

Summary: Warwickshire County Council has bid for £5m of government money to go towards the construction of a new railway station in Kenilworth.


Four people were injured after a man deliberately drove a Vauxhall car at them on Crossmill Avenue at 18.05 on Saturday. The incident followed an altercation with the group. Three men aged 29, 39 and 48 were taken to the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley, as was a 41-year-old woman. The 39-year-old is still in hospital with serious injuries. The other three people were released after treatment. It is understood police are following a positive line of inquiry.

Summary: Police are treating a hit and run in Barrhead as attempted murder.


The American started the final round two shots ahead of Paul Casey but as the Englishman fell back, Watson maintained his challenge. He had two birdies in his first three holes and ended with a round of 66 for a 25-under total American Patrick Reed was second, three shots behind, with Rickie Fowler third. Watson, the two-time Masters champion, only came into the field after Australian Jason Day withdrew. The tournament, hosted by Tiger Woods, featured an exclusive 18-man field and although it offered world ranking points, it is not an official PGA Tour event.

Summary: Bubba Watson finished his year on a high with victory in the Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas.


The 34-year-old died in hospital after he was electrocuted on the outdoor pitch at Mountbatten Leisure Centre in Portsmouth on Sunday evening. Hampshire Constabulary said investigations into the circumstances of his death are continuing. The centre is managed by Parkwood Community Leisure on behalf of Portsmouth City Council. The taxi firm which Mr Xhediku worked for paid tribute to him on Facebook. The company posted: "Our deepest sympathies and thoughts are with the family and friends of Albert Xhediku, taken away in such tragic circumstances. R I P Albert - you will be missed." Manager Glenn Madden said Mr Xhediku "was a good lad... You wouldn't wish this on anyone". He said Mr Xhediku had worked with the company since October and had recently returned from visiting family in the Balkans.

Summary: A man who died from an electric shock on an artificial football pitch has been named as Albert Xhediku.


Sanford Wallace, 47, is nicknamed the "Spam King" and last year pleaded guilty to federal charges including fraud and criminal contempt in connection with using electronic mail. Wallace, who is from Las Vegas, also faces a fine of $310,000 (Â£218,500). The messages were sent to Facebook users in 2008 and 2009. An FBI investigation resulted in Wallace's prosecution after he turned himself in, in 2011. "Wallace illegally obtained, stored, and exploited Facebook user account information and earned money by redirecting users to other websites," a statement from the US Attorney's Office said. Wallace tricked users into visiting websites after gaining access to people's Facebook accounts and then using those accounts to send spam messages to friends. He earned money by sending users to these destinations and stored email addresses and passwords in order to continue sending spam.

Summary: A US man who sent more than 27 million spam emails to Facebook users has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison.


Taylor, 29, who can play left-wing or left-back, only joined the Stags last summer on a one-year contract following his release by Port Vale. Molyneux joins after being released by Crewe where the 25-year-old made just six starts in 18 months. The pair follow Steve Jennings and Rory Donnelly in January moves to Rovers. Taylor, who started his career in non-league with Redditch United, first entered League football in 2008 when he signed for Vale from Nuneaton Town. "Rob's a player I've worked with before and I'm delighted to bring him to Tranmere," said Adams. "He's able to play anywhere down the left and up front and will strengthen our squad for the second half of the season." Former Everton youth product Molyneux has also played for Port Vale and Plymouth and returned for a third spell at Accrington on loan in October.

Summary: Tranmere have signed Mansfield's Rob Taylor for an undisclosed fee and winger Lee Molyneux on deals until the end of the season.


Sainsbury's, Tesco and Asda all said they would reduce prices by 2p per litre. Fuel prices have fallen a number of times since September. Motoring organisation AA said the supermarkets were responding to competition and a fall in wholesale fuel prices. Since the autumn, each of the supermarkets has lowered prices on multiple occasions. For example, Asda has dropped its prices about 13 times since September. Luke Bosdet, a spokesman for the AA, said the latest reductions were "in line with wholesale price falls". "There was a 2p [wholesale] price fall in the past fortnight," he said. Supermarkets have been responding to price pressures from independent petrol retailers, he added. Crude oil trading prices have also fallen dramatically. On Monday, the average pump price for unleaded petrol hit 113.7p per litre, its lowest since March 2010.

Summary: Three major UK supermarkets are ushering in the new year by cutting petrol and diesel prices.


"Kenya Wildlife Service would like to confirm that there was no sighting or any signs of lions at the Ngong road forest," the organisation said. It said it made the statement after "a thorough search of the area". It added that traffic police - who reported the sightings - had received information from "a truck driver through other intermediaries". The erroneous report appeared 10 days after at least four lions were reported to have escaped from a nearby wildlife park. It was thought that they had all returned, but the "incident was not conclusively dealt with," KWS spokesperson Paul Udoto said earlier. Africa Live: BBC news updates It is estimated about 30 lions live in the 117 sq km (45 sq miles) wildlife park which is situated within Nairobi's city limits.

Summary: Kenyan officials have said reports that two lions had been seen in the capital Nairobi were false.


Bradley Moore, 43, died in hospital after an attack in Warrington Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, on Wednesday night. His daughter, Alex, said: "He will be watching over me, my brothers, Reece and Jack, and my little sister Emma." Four boys, including a 12-year-old, appeared at Manchester Crown Court on Monday charged with murder. The 12-year-old was remanded into local authority accommodation. His co-accused, two aged 16 and and a 17-year-old, were placed in youth detention custody. Det Insp John Mulvihill said it was a "tragic case" and appealed for witnesses to contact police. He said officers were keen to speak to the driver of a Vauxhall Corsa who parked on Warrington Street, near to the restaurant, before going inside on Wednesday night. Staff at the restaurant have said they are raising money to pay for Mr Moore's funeral.

Summary: A father-of-four who died after an assault outside a McDonald's restaurant was "loved by all those who knew him" his family has said.


Kyrgios, fined £16,200 for remarks about Stan Wawrinka's girlfriend in August, beat German Alexander Zverev in the mixed teams event in Perth. The 20-year-old faces world number two Murray when Australia Green, one of two teams representing the host nation, play Great Britain on Wednesday. "I have been looking forward to that for a long time," he said. "I'm going to go and do everything I can to physically prepare for that battle." Kyrgios recovered from losing the first set 6-4 to take the next two 6-1 6-4 as he beat Zverev in just over an hour. Murray, who teams up with Heather Watson, currently being coached by his mother Judy, knocked Kyrgios out of the Australian, French and US Opens in 2015.

Summary: Australian Nick Kyrgios warmed up for a meeting with Andy Murray by recording an opening-day win in the Hopman Cup.


Cristiano Ronaldo gave the visitors the lead with a penalty and it was 2-0 when Borja Mayoral's shot hit the post and went in off keeper Diego Marino. Levante pulled one back seconds later through Deyverson but Isco sealed the game in injury time for Real. Zinedine Zidane's third-placed side are nine points behind leaders Barcelona, who have a game in hand. Earlier on Wednesday, Gary Neville's Valencia beat Malaga 2-1 for a fifth win in six games. Los Che lost 3-0 to Athletic Bilbao on Sunday and were fearing another defeat when Duje Cop converted a loose ball from 12 yards out. Valencia levelled through a bizarre own goal as Malaga keeper Carlos Kameni palmed a cross into his own net and Denis Cheryshev - on loan from Real - scored their winner early in the second half.

Summary: Real Madrid were made to battle for a victory over La Liga's bottom club Levante.