Archaeologist Neil Holbrook said the "massive structure" was found beneath the redundant jail's exercise yard. He said the "huge tower keep" was built in the early 12th Century and would have been a "major landscape feature". The prison shut in March 2013 and was bought by City and Country Group, which is running a public consultation on its future use. Mr Holbrook said it was important to redevelop the site "whilst preserving this important archaeology". He said the castle was demolished in 1787 and the walls had "never been seen in the last 200 years".

Summary: A "huge" Norman castle wall has been discovered during the redevelopment of the former Gloucester prison.


Kevin Mao, 20, from Tottenham, will have to serve a minimum of 26 years at a young offenders' institute for the murder of Noor Hassan Barre. Mr Hassan Barre was found at Middlesex University campus in Hendon on 31 October 2014. The Old Bailey heard Mr Hassan Barre died from a stab wound to the chest following an argument. Both men had attended an event hosted by the University's African Caribbean Society when an argument broke out between the pair outside the party, police said. Det Ch Insp Simon Ashwin said: "This is another tragic waste of life resulting from a young man carrying a knife." Sodiq Adebayo, 22, from Ilford, who was charged with the murder of Mr Hassan Barre, was found not guilty at the Old Bailey on 21 April.

Summary: A man who fatally stabbed another man at a London university campus has been detained for life.


The Library at Willesden Green in Brent boasts 40,000 books, an art gallery, exhibition area and performance space. Developers Linden Homes re-built the 1980s part of the library, which was deemed "inefficient", while incorporating elements from its Victorian heritage. The council funded the library by working with developers and selling adjacent land for new homes. In 2011 Brent Council was taken to the High Court by local campaigners over its decision to close six of the borough's libraries in a bid to cut council spending and help it save £104m. Winning its legal battle the authority closed libraries in Kensal Rise, Barham Park, Tokyngton, Preston, Cricklewood and Neasden.

Summary: A new £10m library and community space has opened in north-west London.


Father of two Adam Fenton, 32, from Newquay, Cornwall was found on Towan beach on 28 July. He was celebrating initial reports of his recovery after six months of chemotherapy to treat blood cancer. Family friend Tracey Sinkevicius, speaking on behalf of the family, said relatives were left "numb" and in "total shock". For more stories from across Devon and Cornwall. She said concern for Mr Fenton's partner Carly Blackman and his two daughters and step daughter prompted her to set up a fundraising page, which has raised more than Â£1,000. Mr Fenton, described as an "amazing, loving, man", was with his partner Carly for eight years and due to be married next year. Police said the death is being treated as unexplained, and their inquiries continue.

Summary: A man is thought to have fallen to his death on his first night out to celebrate being "clear" from cancer.


The incident happened at about 02:45 on Monday at the Co-operative on Lauder Road in Kirkcaldy. A spokesman for Police Scotland said that investigations into the incident were ongoing. There are no reports of any injuries. The truck, a six-tonne Benford Swivel Dumper, smashed down a wall of the building. It was later reported stolen from a business in Hayfield Industrial Estate. Det Insp Graeme Dursley of Police Scotland said: "The premises will remain closed while we conduct our investigations at the scene and a full assessment of the damage to the building will need to be carried out. "I'd urge anyone who may have been in the area of Hayfield Industrial Estate or Lauder Road in the early hours of the morning to get in touch. "If you saw any suspicious behaviour or may have witnessed the truck travelling between these two locations, then please come forward."

Summary: A stolen dumper truck has been crashed into a supermarket in Fife in the early hours of the morning.


Peltier has agreed a two-year extension and Hoilett has signed a one-year deal. "I've enjoyed my time here up until now and hopefully I enjoy it even more next season. I'm delighted to extend my stay here," Peltier said. The Bluebirds are poised to sell Declan John and Craig Noone, but have signed goalkeeper Neil Etheridge and winger Nathaniel Mendez-Laing. Peltier says manager Neil Warnock was his main motivation for staying. "You can see what he has done since he came in and he wants to have a good go at it next season," Peltier said of Warnock. "That was a massive influence on me putting pen to paper as I've bought in to what he wants to do. "I'm definitely looking forward to getting going again." Winger Hoilett signed as a free agent in October, 2016.

Summary: Cardiff City have agreed new contracts with defender Lee Peltier and forward Junior Hoilett.


William Hanks, 83, was found inside the house by firefighters called to the incident at about 17:40 on Wednesday. The fire was brought under control by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS), who said no-one else was in the property at the time of the blaze. SFRS and police have begun a joint investigation into the cause of the fire. Det Insp Richard Baird, of Police Scotland, said: "Enquiries are ongoing into the circumstances and a comprehensive examination of the scene by specialists from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and Police Scotland is taking place today after work was carried out to ensure the building is safe to enter. "I would like to thank the local community for their patience while emergency services attended this tragic incident." "Our thoughts are with Mr Hanks' family at this difficult time."

Summary: A man who died after a fire broke out at his home at Kildonan on South Uist has been named by police.


Dunbar Street Art Trail are holding the competition in Dunbar on Saturday 22 April to celebrate Earth Day. The winner will be invited to participate in the World Stone Stacking Championships held annually in Llano, Texas. The competition will feature four categories, including a children's competition. James Page, Dunbar Street Art Trail co-founder, said: "Stone stacking is both art and meditation, using free materials found on beaches and in parks. "You can create temporary artistic monuments for passers-by to enjoy." Fellow co-founder Steven Hill said: "The importance of street art in our society is to bring attention and focus to art forms in a free and accessible way. "Stone stacking is ideal because it's not only free to watch but it's free to try."

Summary: Stone balance artists are being urged to take part in Europe's first stone-stacking championship in East Lothian.


Carmarthenshire council leaders recently visited the 10-acre site at Cross Hands West which will become home to a variety of shops, a food store, pub, restaurant and car park. Some 260 new retail jobs are being created, along with more than 100 construction jobs. Council leader Emlyn Dole said the development showed "great confidence". Conygar is behind the plans after acquiring the land previously earmarked for a Sainsbury's store in 2015. Mr Dole said: "This investment is the first for Conygar in Carmarthenshire, and hopefully the start of many more."

Summary: Work has begun on a retail development in Carmarthenshire which will create hundreds of jobs for the area.


David Boswell, 56, faces six counts of indecent assault and one charge of rape between 1991 and 1994 with the charges relating to two alleged victims who were under the age of 13 at the time. Mr Boswell was elected as a Conservative county councillor for Pembroke St Mary North in May. Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed he had been summonsed to appear in court on 13 September. Mr Boswell served in the Army for more than 12 years and is a marshal for the Royal British Legion. A Pembrokeshire council spokesman said the council "continues to keep under review all necessary safeguarding measures pending the outcome of any prosecution". He added it was a police and Crown Prosecution Service matter and would make no further comment at this time. Pembrokeshire council's Conservative group said Mr Boswell has been suspended from membership of the party.

Summary: The mayor of Pembroke has been charged with historical sex crimes.


They will replace the current 26 district councils and will have responsibility for local planning, housing repairs and demolition. Officials hope the Local Government Bill will make it through all its stages by February or March of next year. Elections to the new councils are due to be held in May. The new councils are Antrim and Newtownabbey; Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon; Belfast; Causeway Coast and Glens; Derry and Strabane; Fermanagh and Omagh; Lisburn and Castlereagh; Mid and East Antrim; Mid Ulster; Newry, Mourne and Down; and North Down and Ards. The new arrangements would see the number of councillors reduced from 582 to 462. As before, they will be elected by proportional representation. Here are the proposed district electoral areas under the 11 new councils.

Summary: Final recommendations for the make-up of 11 new so-called super councils for Northern Ireland have been published.


The performance was achieved on turnover of £239m, which was up by 11%. Liam Nagle, the chief executive officer, said it had been "another strong year, where we have seen increasing revenue in all regions". The firm specialises in veterinary medicines and is one of Northern Ireland's biggest exporters. Non-UK sales account for more than 80% of the firm's turnover. Five new products launched in the last year helping to drive business in the US and EU, up 16% and 24% respectively. Mr Nagle said the firm has started a "significant multi-year capital investment programme." It will include the upgrading and expansion of manufacturing facilities, new laboratories and the strengthening of IT infrastructure. Norbrook was founded by Lord Ballyedmond who died in a helicopter crash at his estate in Norfolk in 2014. His family continues to own the company, which employs some 2,000 people.

Summary: Norbrook Holdings, the pharmaceutical firm based in Newry, increased its pre-tax profit by 65% to £35.5m last year.


The Dorset event, which has been held in Cattistock since 2008, involves participants lobbing a locally made spherical biscuit as far as they can. This year the contest, which also incorporates a food festival, will be held at Kingston Maurward College, Dorchester, on 30 April. Organisers said the move was due to it having "outgrown the village". The existing record holder, Dave Phillips, tossed his winning knob an astounding 29.4m (96ft) in 2012. Other games at the festival, which was attended by about 7,500 people last year, include guess the weight of the big knob, knob archery, knob and spoon racing, pin the knob on the Cerne giant, and the knob eating cup. Money raised by the event helps to support local groups including Maiden Newton Football Club and Cattistock Cricket Club.

Summary: An annual knob throwing contest that attracts thousands of competitors is moving for its 10th anniversary.


About 12,000 litres pooled on to the carriageway following an HGV crash on the M606 in Bradford on Friday. The Environment Agency said "no significant impacts" had been reported and becks around the motorway were "running clear". It added "some of the pollutant is being washed through the system and can be seen in the [River] Calder." Ash Milnes, from Dewsbury, tweeted that he had seen paint in the Spen Beck, near the town. Its course runs close to the M606 and the site of the crash, before it flows into the Calder near Ravensthorpe. The crash closed the southbound carriageway for much of Saturday to allow for a clear-up operation. The agency said it had taken water samples for laboratory analysis and was assessing "watercourses downstream". Officers would carry out further assessments on Monday, it added.

Summary: A quantity of white paint which was spilt in a motorway crash has polluted watercourses in West Yorkshire.


Volunteers are invited to work on the Talyllyn Railway in roles including on the locomotives, as a guard, on the tracks and as a museum attendant. The railway, which has operated since the 1860s out of Tywyn, was saved from closure by enthusiasts in 1951. Ian Drummond, of Talyllyn Railway Preservation Society, said volunteers did not need to be railway enthusiasts. "For many of our folk, volunteering on the railway gives a sense of contributing to something worthwhile which brings enjoyment to thousands of people each year," he said. "Others love being part of a community or having the chance to build self-esteem. Indeed many have found that the experience they have gained on the railway has benefitted them in their careers."

Summary: People will be able to gain an insight into working on the world's first preserved railway this weekend.


The 36-year-old, from West Cornforth, was driving a Peugeot 206 which was involved in a collision with a VW Polo on the A688 West Auckland bypass. The driver of the other vehicle, an 18-year-old woman, was taken to hospital with back and neck injuries. Durham Police has appealed for witnesses to the incident, which took shortly before 19:00 GMT on Tuesday.

Summary: A motorist has been killed in a head-on collision in County Durham.


Ronald King, of Cedar Close, Walton-on-the-Naze, appeared before Chelmsford Magistrates' Court accused of shooting his 81-year-old wife Rita. Mrs King died at De La Mer House in Naze Park Road, Walton-on-the-Naze on Monday. Mr King was remanded in custody and will appear at Chelmsford Crown Court on Thursday. Walking with a stick, Mr King was helped to leave the court by a dock officer after confirming his name and address for the court clerk during the short hearing. Mr King and his wife were both residents at the De La Mer House care home. Mrs King died from gunshot wounds to the head, thought to be from a 1934 Enfield revolver.

Summary: An 86-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of his wife at a care home in Essex.


The Swiss Competition Commission (Comco) said it will investigate seven banks including HSBC and UBS. Comco said it had "indications" that the banks had "possibly concluded illegal competition defying deals". US authorities have already sued several banks for metal price fixing. Comco said its investigation will include Barclays, Deutsche Bank, Morgan Stanley, Mitsui, and Swiss bank Julius Baer, over what it said were "possible price fixing deals, especially in connection with spreads". A "spread" is the difference between the bidding price and actual price of a commodity or other asset. Trading in gold, silver, platinum and palladium is where the Swiss regulator is focusing its attention. HSBC is already involved in a case of metal price-fixing in New York, where it is amongst several companies which were accused of having conspired since 2007 to rig the twice-daily platinum and palladium fixings.

Summary: Authorities in Switzerland have announced a probe into global banks over the suspected manipulation of the price of precious metals.


The Robins created pressure in the first half but no clear chances, with Jake Moult and Michael Rankine testing Bromley's Alan Julian. Alty thought they had scored a crucial goal in their relegation battle, but Rankine's effort was ruled offside. The Ravens came close to an away win through Moses Emmanuel, but the forward put the ball wide late in the game. The result leaves Altrincham two points from safety, while Bromley, who are 12th, cannot finish in either the play-offs or the relegation zone.

Summary: Altrincham's National League survival hopes took a blow after a goalless draw at home to Bromley.


Manager Manuel Pellegrini said Iheanacho, who has scored eight times in 18 games this season, will replace the injured Samir Nasri in the squad. City face Ukrainian side Dynamo Kiev in the last 16 of the Champions League "It's important to bring young players into the first team but they must be good players so that we continue to be competitive," Pellegrini said. "Kelechi will be in the Champions League squad. I told Samir Nasri I would take him out of the list as he needs two months more to be fit. "We need Kelechi now as Wilfried Bony is injured too. We couldn't take the risk of going into the last 16 game with just Kun (Sergio Aguero)."

Summary: Manchester City have called up teenage Nigerian striker Kelechi Iheanacho to their Champions League squad.


He is likely to take up to four months to recover, and Scotland face Samoa, New Zealand and Australia in November. The injury is a further setback to Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend, since Stuart Hogg and Jonny Gray are also likely to miss the Tests. Hogg had surgery on a shoulder problem while Gray had an operation for an injured wrist. Brown featured in all three of Scotland's summer tour matches - the first games of Townsend's Scotland reign. The 28-year-old was a replacement against Italy and Fiji, and started the 19-24 victory over Australia in Sydney. All three Glasgow Warriors players will miss the opening rounds of the Pro12 and the European Champions Cup. The remainder of the Warriors' Scotland internationals returned to training after being granted an extended rest period, although British & Irish Lions winger Tommy Seymour will continue his break until next month.

Summary: Scotland hooker Fraser Brown could miss the autumn Tests after surgery on an injured ankle.


Media playback is not supported on this device Jack Beaumont, Jonathan Walton, John Collins and Peter Lambert beat the rest of the field comfortably in Poznan. There were silver medals for the men's four, women's eight and for Victoria Thornley in the women's single sculls. The men's eight earned bronze, while Ireland's Paul and Gary Donovan won a silver in the lightweight men's double sculls. Find out how to get into rowing with our special guide. Of the other British rowers, Katherine Copeland and Emily Craig were fourth in the lightweight women's double sculls, Thomas Barras fifth in the men's single sculls and Anastasia Merlott Chitty and Rebecca Girling sixth in the women's pair as they missed out on the medals.

Summary: Great Britain's men's quadruple sculls took gold as the team won five medals on the final day of the World Cup II.


A Dell spokesperson said the company was developing smartphones that would run Baidu's new software platform for the Chinese market. Baidu announced the platform, Baidu Yi, on Friday. Many Chinese internet companies are trying to increase their presence in the mobile market. "The partnership is to provide users with an out-of-box experience, so Baidu Yi will be installed," said Dell spokesperson Adeline Lee. Baidu Yi is Android-based, but Ms Lee did not say which operating system would be installed on the Dell smartphones. Baidu executives have not ruled out the possibility of releasing their own operating system at a later date. Baidu's announcement also said that it was working with a number of developers and handset makers as part of an alliance to support the Baidu Yi platform. Ms Lee would not give a date for the release of the Dell smartphones.

Summary: Dell has confirmed it is one of a number of companies partnering with Baidu, China's top search engine, on mobile devices.


The yellow 'be aware' warning is in place from 15:00 on Tuesday until 10:00 on Wednesday, slightly later times than previously forecast. The update also extends to more parts of England and Wales. Most of Scotland is likely to be affected, with the exception of Orkney and Shetland, with upland areas expected to have snowfalls. Hilly areas over 300m can expect up to 15cm of snow, while lower levels could potentially see snowfall later on Tuesday. Temperatures of 3-4C are forecast across the central belt, with milder weather in the North East. As the snow moves east on Tuesday evening, it is possible that higher parts of the M8, A9 and M74 could face disruption. The Met Office said the snow was likely to peter out across Scotland on Wednesday morning.

Summary: The Met Office has updated an earlier weather warning for snow across Scotland.


Mrs Cameron is following in the footsteps of another prime ministerial spouse, Sarah Brown, in appearing in a Sport Relief edition of the show. Other contestants in the show include former Labour MP Ed Balls. Mr Cameron told the Stylist magazine that he would "rather fight an election than make pastry from scratch". The prime minister said he was a fan of the show and watched it with his daughter Nancy when his official duties allowed. "We backed Nadiya (Hussain) to win in the last series. We're hoping our support will have the same effect on Sam when she appears on The Great Sport Relief Bake Off in March. "I don't envy her. I'd rather fight an election than make pastry from scratch." Mrs Cameron is one of 16 high-profile figures taking part in The Great Sport Relief Bake Off to raise money for charity.

Summary: David Cameron has said he does "not envy" his wife Samantha's task when she appears on a special edition of the Great British Bake Off.


Defender Byrne is set to make a return to League of Ireland side Shelbourne while striker Haire has been at Shamrock Park since last June. Matty Parker and Sammy Simpson have also been released. "I thank all the boys, they are great lads but we have to shape the squad as I felt it was unbalanced," said Ports manager Niall Currie. He added: "Alan had a fantastic offer from Shelbourne and the travelling was a problem so it's a great move for him, he's a top pro. "Big Aaron was a pleasure to work with but I felt he wouldn't be a regular when we finish our squad. "Matty needs to continue to play and I felt it best he played regular football at this stage of his career." Portadown are nine points adrift at the bottom and face a massive task to avoid relegation.

Summary: Alan Byrne and Aaron Haire are among four players released by Premiership basement club Portadown.


It is thought that Vernon Presley changed the finish on the Gibson Dove to black after his son earned a black belt in karate. Presley gave the guitar to a fan during a concert in North Carolina in 1975. Auctioneers Julien's also sold John Lennon's handwritten lyrics for The Beatles' Being For The Benefit of Mr Kite! for $354,400 (£244,000). Other items in the sale included a red neoprene vinyl jacket which Michael Jackson wore for his 1996-97 HIStory world tour, and Elvis Presley's first piano. The jacket sold for $256,000, over four times the pre-sale estimate, while the piano fetched $140,025 - about $60,000 under what had been predicted. Lady Gaga's first piano, which had been valued at $100,000, failed to find a buyer, as did Stevie Ray Vaughan's Fender Broadcaster electric guitar, which was estimated at over $400,000.

Summary: A guitar that Elvis Presley was given by his father has sold for $334,000 (£230,000) at an auction in New York.


Clinton Sentance, 36, from Gainsborough, appeared before Lincoln magistrates earlier. He is accused of a series of thefts in the town including one in which a 75-year-old surrendered his bank details after being threatened with a knife. The defendant was remanded in custody and ordered to appear at Lincoln Crown Court on 30 May. More on this and other local stories from across Lincolnshire Mr Sentance was due to appear at Lincoln Crown Court on Tuesday accused of aggravated burglary at Portland Terrace in Gainsborough on 19 March 2017. Minutes before Tuesday's scheduled hearing, he was charged with the four offences detailed above and the crown court hearing was adjourned.

Summary: A man charged over a spate of aggravated burglaries and robberies in Lincolnshire has appeared in court.


The waves are the result of swells produced by Hurricane Marie in the Pacific, 800 miles (1,300km) west of Mexico's Baja California peninsula. Dangerous wave conditions are expected to continue through Thursday despite a weakened storm. One person has died while surfing on a beach in Malibu. But it is unclear if the death was caused by the surf or a medical condition. Despite the danger, thousands of spectators lined the Wedge, a popular surf spot in Newport Beach, to watch surfboarders take on the waves, town officials said. The swells are the largest seen in southern California since a pair of hurricanes hit the Pacific within weeks of each other in 1997, National Weather Service weather specialist Stuart Ceto said.

Summary: Waves as high as 20ft (6m) in southern California have damaged waterfront homes, knocked out pier pilings and attracted scores of surfers.


Any club can still sign unattached players if they left their old clubs before the summer deadline. Clubs can buy players again on a permanent basis in January. Signings confirmed in September,October and November can be found on previous transfer pages. For all the latest rumours check out the gossip page and, for all the manager ins and outs, see the current managers list. Sam Johnstone [Manchester United - Preston] Loan *Liam Ridgewell [Portland Timbers - Brighton] Loan *Matt Jarvis [West Ham United - Norwich City] Undisclosed Jordan Nicholson [Histon - Peterborough] Undisclosed *Michal Zyro [Legia Warsaw - Wolves] Undisclosed Chris Dagnall [Kerala Blasters - Hibernian] Andy Rose [Seattle Sounders - Coventry] Ryan Stevenson [Partick Thistle - Ayr United] Loan Luke Varney [Unattached - Ipswich] Martin Lorentzson [Unattached - Coventry] Ron Vlaar [Unattached - AZ Alkmaar] Nathan Ferguson [Unattached - Burton] *Transfer will go through on 2 January, 2016

Summary: The summer transfer window closed on Tuesday, 1 September, while the loan transfer window for Football League clubs closed on Thursday, 26 November.


Ince, 23, scored 11 goals in 18 games on loan at the Rams last season and has a year to run on his Hull contract. But the loan agreement is understood to have included an option to buy. The Rams' record signing, Wales striker Robert Earnshaw, cost £3.5m from Norwich City in 2007, but Ince is expected to cost less than the £6m which has been reported. Former Derby head coach Steve McClaren confirmed the club wanted the ex-England U-21 international to return to the iPro Stadium in May. And the appointment of new manager Paul Clement has not changed their stance, with new signings Darren Bent and Alex Pearce also having been identified before Clement took over.

Summary: Derby County will have to break their record transfer fee to sign Hull City's Tom Ince, BBC Radio Derby reports.


The decision was taken at a special meeting of its executive committee in Templepatrick, County Antrim. The party said that it believes, on balance, that this is better for Northern Ireland. It wants the government to press for further reform and a return to the founding principle of free trade, as opposed to greater political union. The party said its individual members could vote as they see fit. The prime minister has said the UK will vote on whether to remain in the EU on Thursday 23 June. The DUP has come out in favour of leaving the EU. Sinn FÃ©in, the SDLP and the Alliance Party have come out in favour of staying within the EU,

Summary: The Ulster Unionist party has come out in favour of staying within the European Union.


Apperley Bridge, between Leeds and Bradford, will start running on Sunday 13 December, subject to final approval by the Office of Rail and Road. The original station was shut down 50 years ago and its replacement has cost about Â£8m to complete. Two trains between Leeds and Bradford Forster Square or Skipton will run per hour Monday to Saturday. Councillor Val Slater, Bradford Council deputy leader, said the station would make a "vital contribution to the economy of the region and improvements to the environment". It is one of three new stations in the region with stations in Kirkstall Forge and Low Moor set to open next year.

Summary: The first new railway station to be built in West Yorkshire in 10 years is to open to passengers next month.


The 32-year-old from Bristol won his first title defence emphatically at Cardiff's Ice Arena after being crowned champion out of the ring last year. He beat 24-year-old Morales - younger brother of the multi-weight world champion Erik - 118-110 on two of the judges' cards and 119-108 on the other. Haskins said: "It's absolutely amazing. I am flying at the moment." Haskins was due to box Randy Caballero for the title last November but was crowned champion when the American was stripped of the belt after failing to make the weight. He now wants an all-British title fight with former IBF champion Stuart Hall, who lost to Haskins in 2012. "All I was thinking during the training for this fight was about Stuart Hall," said Haskins. On the undercard in Cardiff, Welshman Andrew Selby won the British flyweight title with a unanimous points victory over Leicester's Louis Norman.

Summary: Lee Haskins retained his IBF world bantamweight title with a unanimous points win over Mexico's Ivan Morales.


New Zealand-born Leuluai, 26, has made 92 league appearances for the Vikings since signing from Championship leaders Leigh in 2011. "MacGraff is what this group is all about, hard working and honest," head coach Denis Betts told the club website. "I am really pleased to have secured his services for the next two seasons." Widnes are currently eighth in the Super League table, 10 points outside the top four, but three points clear of ninth-placed Hull KR.

Summary: Widnes second-rower Macgraff Leuluai has signed a two-year contract extension with the Super League club.


Orica-BikeExchange's Chaves, 26, narrowly beat Italian Diego Rosa and Colombian Rigoberto Uran in a sprint over the final 300 metres of the 241km race from Como to Bergamo in Italy. "I lived in Bergamo for two years, just one kilometre from here, and now I've won it is really special," said Chaves. Team Sky's Peter Kennaugh, the only British rider to finish, was 26th. The Giro di Lombardia - featuring 4,400m of climbing - is the last of the season's five 'monuments', after Milan-San Remo, the Tour of Flanders, Paris-Roubaix and Liege-Bastogne-Liege. 1. Esteban Chaves (Col/Orica-BikeExchange) 6hrs 26mins 36secs 2. Diego Rosa (Ita/Astana) same time 3. Rigoberto Uran (Col/Cannondale) 4. Romain Bardet (Fra/AG2R) +6secs 5. Davide Villella (Ita/Cannondale) +1min 19secs 6. Alejandro Valverde (Spa/Movistar) +1min 24secs 7. Robert Gesink (Ned/LottoNL) same time 8. Warren Barguil (Fra/Giant) 9. Alessandro De Marchi (Ita/BMC Racing) 10. Pierre Latour (Fra/AG2R)

Summary: Esteban Chaves became the first Colombian to win a cycling 'monument' with victory in the Giro di Lombardia.


Brian Martin, 57, and Christopher McMultan, 40, are alleged to have entered Sarah Gloag's home in Perthshire on 19 January. They are accused of holding a knife to her throat, and tying up Mrs Gloag and her husband as well as two children. The men were remanded in custody after appearing in private at Perth Sheriff Court. Sarah Gloag is the step-daughter of Ann Gloag, the founder of the Stagecoach transport company. The charges against Mr Martin and Mr McMultan also allege that they stole jewellery worth Â£200,000 and Â£4,000 in cash from the house. Both also face a number of other charges. They made no plea or declaration.

Summary: Two men have been accused of abducting members of one of Scotland's richest families at knifepoint.


The 20-year-old batsman, who hit a career-best 174 against Yorkshire in May, compiled 824 first-class runs this year, including three centuries. Wells said: "It's exciting to know that I've got another three years at the club I've been raised at. "I'm absolutely chuffed to have extended my contract and very grateful to the coaches for backing me." He added: "I am keen to press on and become an integral part of the team in all formats." Sussex's professional cricket manager Mark Robinson continued: "Luke impressed everyone this year, not only with the volume of runs he scored in the first half of the year, but his hunger and work rate and maturity at the crease. "I am sure he will have an outstanding future in the game."

Summary: Luke Wells has signed a new deal at Sussex to keep him at the County Ground until 2014.


PPR boss Francois-Henri Pinault said the acquisition of Brioni "completes our portfolio of luxury brands" in the menswear. PPR also owns Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Alexander McQueen, among others. In 2010, Brioni had sales of 170m euros ($234m, Â£146m) and a workforce of 1,800. PPR shares rose more than 3% on the news. "We have great ambitions for this fashion house," Mr Pinault said, referring to Brioni. "We will give it access to our expertise and know-how, so that it can write a new page in its history while continuing to preserve its identity." Brioni was founded in 1945 and has been worn by most of the actors that play James Bond in the movies until recently. Tom Ford was the designer of Bond's suits in the last film. PPR's main rival is fellow French luxury giant, LVMH.

Summary: Brioni, the Italian suitmaker that made outfits for the James Bond films, has been bought by French luxury goods giant PPR.


The white Range Rover Revere - with a starting price of Â£75,000 - was seen parked near Harrods in west London and daubed with angry messages by what appears to be a scorned lover. "Cheater" was painted on both sides of the vehicle while the words, "Hope she was worth it" were marked on the rear window and bonnet. Klo who took the photos said she saw a woman spray-painting the car. "I have no idea who she was - she was just going crazy. "No one tried to stop her. She just left afterwards." The words, "It's over", were also on the car, suggesting the end of any relationship. It is not known who the car owner is but he or she will get a shock when they finally return to their vehicle.

Summary: Photos of a car with angry messages spray-painted on the body have been shared thousands of times on Twitter.


The baby's grandmother had been walking alongside the River Severn, near Victoria Street, in Shrewsbury when the carrier fell into the water. West Mercia Police said three council workers nearby heard the woman scream and rushed to her aid. Two jumped into the water and rescued the baby, who appeared unharmed, police said. The girl was taken by ambulance to Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, where she is being looked after. Det Insp Paul Mathison praised the trio for their "quick thinking and brave actions" and said they averted a potential tragedy.

Summary: A six-month-old girl was rescued after her pram was blown into a river by a gust of wind.


"Irish MMA fans are among the most passionate that we've seen anywhere in the world," said James Elliott, general manager of UFC EMEA. "They have long been asking for the UFC to return. "We look forward to delivering an unforgettable event for the city of Belfast, one which will be remembered for years to come." Ireland's Conor McGregor, the UFC featherwight champion, has boosted the popularity of the sport in recent years. A line-up of fighters for the November showdown has yet to be confirmed. "It goes without saying that Ireland is a key market for us, and the popularity of MMA amongst Irish fans continues to grow exponentially year on year," added Elliott.

Summary: UFC will be back in Belfast for the first time since 2007 with the SSE Arena hosting the event on 19 November.


Islamist group al-Shabab told Reuters news agency it was behind the attack on MP Isak Mohamed Rino. Another MP, Mohamed Ali, was wounded in the blast, which comes as the government hosts a security conference. Pro-government forces have made gains from al-Shabab in recent years but the al-Qaeda-linked group still controls many southern rural areas. Prime Minister Abdiweli Sheikh Ahmed condemned the car bomb as a "cowardly attack". President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Sunday opened a three-day conference, saying the "culture of lawlessness that has plagued Somalia for the last 23 years is coming to an end". Al-Shabab frequently stages attacks in Mogadishu and elsewhere. Somalia has been ravaged by constant warfare since 1991, when Siad Barre was ousted.

Summary: A Somali MP has been killed by a car bomb in the capital, Mogadishu, officials say.


Suarez was booked twice in Tuesday's 1-1 semi-final second-leg draw against Atletico Madrid. His second yellow, for catching Koke in the head late on, is the one they will appeal against. The club are also contesting Sergio Busquets' yellow card for kicking the ball off the pitch when there were two footballs on the field. However, the midfielder is free to play in the final regardless of the appeal result. Barca ended the game with nine men, with Sergi Roberto earlier sent off for two bookings. Of his own red card, Suarez told Gol TV: "I'm laughing at that second yellow card, it's not even a foul. "I did absolutely nothing. It was what he [Koke] wanted." Meanwhile, defender Javier Mascherano suffered a left thigh injury in the same game, with the club saying they did not know how long he might be out for.

Summary: Barcelona will contest the red card which will rule striker Luis Suarez out of the Copa del Rey final.


The work at junction two of the M53 at Moreton will begin at 22:00 BST. One of the bridges which carry the junction slip roads over the motorway will be removed in preparation for a new bridge deck installation. The motorway will be closed southbound between junctions one and three and at junction two northbound until 05:00 on Monday. Highways England said work on the project, which started in February, was due to be completed by early June. Due to "unforeseen technical issues", however, it is now likely to continue until August. Drivers are advised to avoid using the Wallasey (Kingsway) tunnel north of junction one and to use the Birkenhead (Queensway) tunnel instead if they are crossing the Mersey.

Summary: Wirral's motorway closes later for 55 hours as part of a project to repair a slip road and install a new bridge.


Rossington reached his fourth first-class ton off 101 balls as Northants declared on 478-5, exactly 300 ahead. He hit 17 fours and five sixes, and was also involved in an unbroken 199-run partnership with David Murphy (60 not out) before the declaration came. Openers Chris Nash and Ed Joyce saw Sussex to 70-0 at stumps, 230 behind. The visitors will aim to complete their first Championship win of the season on Saturday and will hope that the bad weather which caused almost 100 overs to be lost on the first two days will not prove costly. Murphy was one of five Northants batsmen to pass 50 in their first innings. Earlier, captain Alex Wakely (46) failed to add to his overnight score but a fourth-wicket stand of 119 between Sean Terry (54) and Rob Keogh (75) forged a lead.

Summary: Adam Rossington's career-best 138 not out on day three put Northamptonshire in a strong position against Sussex in their Division Two game at Arundel.


The Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King, colloquially known as Paddy's Wigwam, will mark its golden jubilee with celebrations starting in May. Events include an anniversary Mass on 4 June celebrated by Crosby-born Cardinal Vincent Nichols, the leader of Roman Catholics in England and Wales. More than 350,000 visitors visit the cathedral each year. Other events include a floral tribute, a golden jubilee dinner, and the first performance of a musical piece which was commissioned but not finished in time for the cathedral's consecration in 1967. The long-awaited Liverpool Mass - by electronic music pioneer Pierre Henry - will finally be performed at the Bluecoat arts centre. Canon Anthony O'Brien, Dean of the Cathedral, said: "This will be a very special year in the life of our cathedral as we mark this golden milestone of our history in a building that means so much to so many people."

Summary: A series of events have been announced to mark the 50th anniversary of Liverpool's iconic Catholic cathedral.


The hosiery, dating from the 1870s, is embroidered with the royal VR monogram and went under the hammer at Tennants Auctionneers in Leyburn. The auctioneers had expected the stockings to fetch between £400-£600 despite their less than pristine condition. The firms said the hosiery might still be bought by an after-auction bidder. Under garments belonging to Queen Victoria do sometimes come up for sale as she would give away hosiery as gifts to people who worked for her. The black and cream silk stockings were not in pristine condition with several areas of discolouration and stitched repairs.

Summary: A pair of Queen Victoria's silk stockings have failed to sell at an auction in North Yorkshire.


West Yorkshire Police said a police firearm was discharged during the operation at about 18:00 GMT near the M62 in Huddersfield. The slip roads east and west bound at junction 24 of the M62 remain closed. The force said the case has been referred to the Independent Police Complaints Commission. No further details about the man or incident have been released by police. A West Yorkshire Police spokesman said: "During a pre-planned policing operation near to the M62 in Huddersfield a police firearm was discharged and a man has died. "An immediate referral has been made to the Independent Police Complaints Commission who are in attendance in West Yorkshire and West Yorkshire Police are fully cooperating with their investigation."

Summary: A man has died during a "pre-planned" police operation near a motorway.


The 29-year-old right-back joined Rovers on loan from Cheltenham in December and made the move permanent the following month. The ex-AFC Telford and Kidderminster player scored twice in 24 appearances for the club last season. "I'm delighted that Lee is staying at the club for next season," said Rovers manager Gary Brabin. "He is an experienced defender who did really well for us after he joined last season, helping us to an improved second half of the campaign."

Summary: Tranmere defender Lee Vaughan has signed new one-year contract with the National League side.


Castlereagh Council has submitted a planning application to replace Dundonald Ice Bowl with a new complex. The Ice Bowl opened in 1986 and has around 600,000 visitors every year. Papers lodged with the application state the new building would be a "flagship development", with updated facilities including an "Olympic standard" ice rink. The demolition of the existing ice bowl would be phased and, when complete, would also include an NHS health and well-being centre. When it first unveiled its proposal earlier this year, the council predicted the new complex would be finished by 2017. The cost of the redevelopment has not been finalised. Planning papers state the ice bowl is "a regional facility of significant importance to Northern Ireland's economy."

Summary: An application has been made to rebuild an ice rink and bowling alley on the outskirts of Belfast.


Previously there has been no register for retailers and those aged 16 and over were able to buy tobacco products. Retailers breaking the law risk a Â£5,000 fine or one month in prison. Conseiller Diane Baker, the Medical Committee chairwoman, said the new rules made controls clearer for everyone. She said: "We're all fully aware of the dangers and we don't want to see the youngsters even starting to smoke." In regards to introducing plain packaging for cigarettes Mrs Baker said it was likely the committee would suggest following Guernsey's lead on any moves. Sark law defines tobacco products as tobacco or products containing tobacco, smoking mixtures intended as a substitute for tobacco and cigarette paper. The law comes into force on 1 February, although there is a two-month delay in enforcing the licensing element to allow existing retailers to obtain licences.

Summary: The legal age for buying tobacco in Sark has been raised to 18 under new rules that also require retailers to be licensed.


They include improving the existing stone pier, which dates back to 1835, and building a new jetty. There are concerns it would cause disruption, but the company behind the plans said the work was needed to improve access to boats offering sight-seeing and dolphin trips. The development would cost about Â£500,000. New Quay town councillor Steve Hartley said: "The dolphin industry is generating Â£4.5m a year to the local economy. It's extremely important that we look after those customers who come and see the wildlife here on the boats. "Being able to load and unload safely for all vessels using the harbour is vital."

Summary: Plans to enhance New Quay harbour in Ceredigion to allow better access to boats have been unveiled.


Here are Silicon Valley's big losers Silicon Valley companies took a hammering in the markets last week - spooked, the Silicon Valley Business Journal says, by instability in the Chinese economy. The Journal has rounded up the biggest losers in the Valley. Google wants to help you post food photos on Maps As if some people needed more encouragement, Google is testing out an idea that would make it easier for people to attach food pictures to Google Map locations, bolstering its restaurant reviews. Tesla partners with AirBnB, subsidises chargers High end AirBnB properties may soon come with a Tesla charging point. Tesla is putting up the money for several locations in California. Pro-government Twitter bots try to hush Mexican activists An interesting look at how Twitter bots - which Wired describes as pro-government - drowned out dissenting voices in Mexico. Follow Dave Lee on Twitter @DaveLeeBBC

Summary: In Case You Missed It: a round-up of interesting technology-related links shared over the weekend.


Several pubs have been given imitation $A100 (Â£57; $74) currency since Sunday, Northern Territory Police said. The notes, designed to train bank tellers in China, can be bought cheaply online. Police said six of seven known scams had been carried out by the same man and woman, usually to buy cigarettes, alcohol and to receive change. The Chinese words roughly translate to: "Training Money. Sample. Only for practice. Circulation forbidden." "The pair collects change from the transaction before quickly leaving the scene," said Acting Senior Sergeant Glenn Leafe. Police said the deception was foiled at one venue on Monday night. "Upon examining the note, staff challenged the pair who fled the store," Sgt Leafe said. Police have urged locals to check currency as a search for the perpetrators continues.

Summary: Fake Australian bank notes bearing Chinese characters are being used in a scam in Darwin, according to police.


The man, who had stab wounds on his arms and face, fled into the reception area. Picton Terrace in Mount Pleasant has also been sealed off. Two men, aged 39 and 28, have been arrested. The man went into the police station just after 15:00 BST on Monday and has been taken to hospital - his injuries are not thought be life-threatening. A South Wales Police spokesman said: "Police in Swansea are currently dealing with an ongoing incident in the city centre. "Police officers are in attendance at several locations in connection with the incident and an investigation is continuing."

Summary: Swansea central police station has been closed after a stabbing victim sought shelter from his attackers inside.


The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust as "good", after a report in 2015 which found it "required improvement". The CQC highlighted chief executive Fiona Dalton's regular lunches with patients to gather feedback. It said leadership and critical care at the trust were "outstanding". CQC inspectors, who visited in January and February, said overseas recruitment had eased a previous "substantial" shortage of nurses. The trust was running a Â£9.8m deficit, the report said. although improvement goals were "achievable financially". Ms Dalton, who has been in post since November 2013, said the report was a tribute to "hard-working" staff.

Summary: An "inspirational" chief executive has been praised for leading "substantial improvements" at an NHS trust.


All drivers in the county were ordered to attend the training after the Rotherham child sex abuse scandal inquiry found taxi drivers had played a "prominent role" in the abuse. More than 300, about 97%, attended. Denbighshire council will decide on Tuesday whether to take action against those who did not. A report to the council said five current taxi drivers were not licensed at the time. Of the six others, one was not able to attend as he had another day job, and another was out of the country. Councillors' options include revoking or suspending their licences, considering their renewal applications or convening a special hearing.

Summary: Eleven taxi drivers in Denbighshire face being suspended or losing their licences for failing to attend a sexual exploitation course.


Mr Christie, a front-runner for the 2016 Republican presidential ticket, has long maintained his own innocence. The four-day traffic jam was caused when workers closed off two local lanes on to George Washington Bridge, ostensibly to conduct a traffic study. Previously, an internal investigation cleared him of any wrongdoing. The matter is still subject to a federal investigation. Investigators for both reports did not have access to key witnesses who may have held crucial evidence. The lawyer for the special joint legislative committee, Reid Schar, found no conclusive evidence that Christie was aware of the lane closures. But he said two former Christie aides acted with "perceived impunity" and with little regard for public safety when they ordered the lanes closed. It is not clear if or when lawmakers will have greater access to evidence and more findings.

Summary: New Jersey lawmakers have found no evidence linking Governor Chris Christie to politically-motivated lane closures on a busy bridge to New York.


The 37-year-old is top of the current Test batting rankings and fifth in the all-time list of Test run-scorers. He will retire from one-day internationals after the forthcoming World Cup and is likely to be available for much of the 2015 county season. "He is a five-star player and person and that is important because he will be working with our homegrown players," Surrey director Alec Stewart said. Sangakkara, who is the fourth highest ODI run-scorer with 13,414, has previously played county cricket in England for Warwickshire and had a two-game spell with Durham last season, making 159 in his final innings. "He is the number one Test batsman in the world but it's the special character that he has which is as important to us," Stewart added. Sangakkara has agreed a two-year contract.

Summary: Surrey have confirmed the signing of Sri Lanka batsman Kumar Sangakkara.


It is an increase of more than 30% on the same period last year. The new galleries of design, fashion and science and technology opened on 8 July at the museum on Chambers Street. The £14.1m redevelopment in the museum's 150th anniversary year is the latest phase in an £80m masterplan to transform the museum. Gordon Rintoul, director of National Museums Scotland said: "We have had a terrific summer at the National Museum of Scotland, since opening our 10 new galleries. "They allow visitors to explore our internationally significant collections like never before, and the response to them has been overwhelmingly positive. "I am delighted that just two months after unveiling the galleries we have welcomed nearly half a million visitors."

Summary: Almost 500,000 people have visited the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh since it opened 10 major new galleries two months ago.


Sadia Ahmed is accused of killing Inayah Ahmed at her home in the city's Drumchapel area on 17 April. The 26-year-old is accused of "restricting her breathing by means presently unknown" and murdering her. Ms Ahmed appeared in private at Glasgow Sheriff Court where she made no plea or declaration and was remanded in custody by Sheriff Linda Ruxton. Ms Ahmed will appear for a full committal hearing next week. Fourteen-month-old Inayah was reported to have become unwell at her home on 17 April. She was taken by ambulance to the city's Royal Hospital for Sick Children where she died three days later.

Summary: A woman has appeared in court charged with murdering her 14-month daughter at a house in Glasgow.


Fighters from IS seized the town of Ain Issa on Monday, but a statement by the Kurdish Popular Protection Units (YPG) said they had now taken it back. They were supported by a female brigade, the YPJ and, the AFP agency said, by US airstrikes. The town, only 50km (30 miles) north of Raqqa, is of strategic importance. It is at an intersection of the main roads from Raqqa to other areas IS controls in Aleppo province, to the west, and Hassakeh province, to the east. The UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights also confirmed Ain Issa was back in Kurdish fighters' hands. In recent weeks, IS has launched several deadly counter-attacks against the Kurds. The jihadist group had until then suffered a series of defeats in areas along the Turkish border since being forced to withdraw from the town of Kobane in January.

Summary: Kurdish-led fighters say they have reclaimed a town from Islamic State close to the group's northern Syrian stronghold of Raqqa.


Michel Barnier singled out the decision to leave the customs union, which will mean some form of customs controls between NI and the Republic. The UK and Irish governments have said they do not want customs posts. But Ireland will have to agree customs arrangements with its EU partners. Mr Barnier said Brexit had created uncertainty about the new borders of the EU. He said the EU has had a role in supporting the Good Friday Agreement and would therefore be "particularly attentive... to the consequences of the UK's decision to leave the Customs Union." Prime Minister Theresa May will officially notify the EU of the UK's intention to leave on 29 March. A summit of EU member states will be held on 29 April to agree the guidelines for the EU's negotiating team which is headed by Mr Barnier.

Summary: The European Commission will be attentive to anything that could "weaken dialogue and peace" in Northern Ireland, says its chief Brexit negotiator.


The Old Bailey jury convicted Nelson Smith, 18, of murdering Barry Street, 32, at West Meadows, Ipswich. He was found guilty of the manslaughter of Nathan Oakley, 18. He had been charged with murder but the jury returned a verdict of guilty of manslaughter due to a lack of intent. Smith denied the crimes and claimed he acted in self defence. He will be sentenced on Friday. LIVE: Updates on this story and other Suffolk news Smith, of West Meadows, Ipswich, was found not guilty of possessing a "bladed article". During the trial, it was heard a row had broken out at the travellers' site. Mr Street had smashed a caravan window with a can of Red Bull which prompted a violent confrontation between the partner of Smith's father and Mr Street's partner, it was heard. A post-mortem examination revealed Mr Street had wounds to his back and neck.

Summary: A teenager has been found guilty of killing two men at a travellers' site.


The 27-year-old had been arrested on suspicion of assault following an incident involving two youths in Bolton on Friday. The Olympic silver medallist was questioned over the complaint in Russell Street by police. Khan's management said the matter would not be pursued further. A spokesman said it was "a misunderstanding between Amir Khan and two other youths". He added: "Amir was notified by the police that the allegations against him had been withdrawn and the matter would not be pursued any further." Greater Manchester Police confirmed the matter would not be pursued, after the allegations were withdrawn earlier.

Summary: Allegations of assault made against the former world champion boxer Amir Khan have been withdrawn, police have confirmed.


A motion asked why the Welsh Government is "not complying with their legal obligation" to reduce high levels of nitrogen dioxide in the town. Full council voted to write to the government calling for a bypass, despite concerns most transport funding will be spent on an M4 relief road. The Welsh Government has been asked to comment. Cllr Edward Thomas put forward the motion. He said: "The Welsh Government must recognise that the only viable solution is to commence detailed planning of a strategic road improvement as recommended by the several reports submitted by this council to Welsh Government."

Summary: Carmarthenshire council wants action to be taken over air pollution in Llandeilo.


The charity took the birds from their owner after the hens became sick and the owner struggled to cope. The flock is being housed in a barn by the charity and they have been treated for a disease called Mycoplasma, which has symptoms similar to a cold. According to the charity the birds are still capable of laying and living a perfectly normal life. RSPCA inspector Patrick Bailey said: "Now they are back to being healthy we are hoping there are some kind members of the public who would like to offer them a new home in time for Christmas." Anyone who would like to re-home one of the hens should contact the RSPCA for further details. The charity is requesting a donation of Â£1 per bird.

Summary: The RSPCA has made an appeal to re-home 227 hens and a cockerel that have been removed from a Dorset property.


Jonny Leota, Will Addison, Ross Harrison and Andrei Ostrikov also come into the Sharks team. Former England fly-half Charlie Hodgson will captain Saracens against his former side. Hooker Jared Saunders replaces suspended Schalk Brits and Jacques Burger returns as flanker in two of seven changes for Sarries. Marcelo Bosch, Nick Tompkins and Ben Spencer come into the back line, with Titi Lamositele and Kelly Brown also back in the pack. Kieran Low and Henry Taylor are in line to make their debuts from the bench for the north London side. Sale Sharks: Haley; Addison, James, Leota, Arscott; Cipriani, Stringer; Harrison, Taylor, Cobilas, Evans, Ostrikov, Neild, Seymour (capt), Easter. Replacements: Briggs, Lewis-Roberts, Mujati, Mills, Ioane, Cusiter, Ford, Jennings. Saracens: Ransom; Ellery, Bosch, Tompkins, Wyles; Hodgson (capt), Spencer; Lamositele, Saunders, Du Plessis, Smith, Hamilton, Brown, Burger, Wray. Replacements: Porecki, Barrington, Figallo, Low, Rhodes, Taylor, Mordt, Earle.

Summary: Sale number eight Josh Beaumont is out with his long-term shoulder injury, so Mark Easter replaces him.


Barker, a member of the successful team pursuit quartet in Rio, won gold by six points from Japan's Minami Uwano. Mark Stewart and Ollie Wood took bronze in the madison after clinching second place in the final sprint of the race. Britain topped the medal table in Appeldoorn, Netherlands, with two golds, two silvers and one bronze. Find out how to get into cycling with our special guide. Joe Truman, Ryan Owens and Jack Carlin claimed the men's team sprint on Friday. Chris Latham won silver in the men's scratch and Emily Kay matched that result in the women's omnium. Barker said: "I'm very, very happy. It was a tough race with some really strong riders. That is probably the best I've ever performed in a points race tactically, so I'm very proud." On Saturday, Ireland's Mark Downey won the men's points race gold.

Summary: Olympic champion Elinor Barker won Britain's second title at the second Track World Cup of the season with victory in the women's points race.


The footage of the attack, believed to have taken place in the Northfield area of Birmingham, has been viewed millions of times online. West Midlands Police have now urged anyone who has shared the footage to delete it from their accounts because it may impact on legal proceedings. The teenager remains in police custody. Officers have already spoken to two other individuals, a police spokesman said, and "plans are in place" to arrest a second girl. Insp John Askew said: "The response from members of the public, clearly disgusted by what they've seen online, has been overwhelming and we've had lots of people getting in touch to provide names of those [suspected of being] responsible. "I would like to reassure everyone this is being treated very seriously and that the enquiry is progressing quickly."

Summary: A 16-year-old girl has been arrested on suspicion of robbery in connection with an attack on two girls which was filmed and posted online.


Tomas Yarrington, who was the governor of the northern state of Tamaulipas from 1999 until 2005, is suspected of accepting millions of dollars in bribes from Mexican drug cartels. Attorney-General Marisela Morales asked Interpol for help with his arrest. Mr Yarrington's lawyer said his client was innocent and the charges were politically motivated. The Mexican arrest warrant comes three months after two civil suits were filed against Mr Yarrington in the United States alleging that he had laundered money for Mexican drug cartels by investing in US property. Mr Yarrington is a member of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI), whose candidate Enrique Pena Nieto came first in the 1 July presidential election. In May, Mr Yarrington was suspended by the PRI pending the outcome of the suits filed against him. Ms Morales said the whereabouts of Mr Yarrington, who was last seen in public in May, were not currently known.

Summary: A Mexican judge has issued an arrest warrant for a former state governor for allegedly fomenting drug trafficking.


The work, which started on Sunday, will take place in six phases on Mold Road. The first three phases will work on the inbound lane of the road and the final three on the outbound. Wrexham council said every effort would be made to minimise disruption to traffic with access open to businesses, Glyndwr University, Wrexham Football Club and residential streets. Councillor David Bithell said: "We know this work will impact on many people, and we will be doing everything to ensure the work is completed as soon as possible. "We also wanted to start work before November to lessen the impact on town centre shops during the Christmas shopping season."

Summary: Disruption is expected as five weeks of major resurfacing work begins on one of the main roads into Wrexham.


For celebrities who are pursued by paparazzi, that is a common occurrence. After seeing dodgy snaps of herself taken on a Mexican beach, Catherine Zeta-Jones decided to beat the paparazzi at their own game. She enlisted husband Michael Douglas to take his own photos of her in her bikini, which she posted with an angry message aimed at press photographers. In her indignant Instagram post, she said she was "sharing the photographs my husband took of my ass", adding: "Always a better option for viewing." In recent days, the couple have been pictured less-than-flattering snatched photographs taken during a family holiday. In response, the 47-year-old Chicago and Traffic actress posed for two photos taken by Douglas and shared on her Instagram account. Follow us on Facebook, on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts, or on Instagram at bbcnewsents. If you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk.

Summary: Most people can relate to the horror of seeing an unflattering photo that someone else has posted online.


Polling stations will be open until 22:00 GMT. The two contests follow the resignations of Labour MPs Tristram Hunt, in Stoke-on-Trent Central, and Jamie Reed, in Copeland, in Cumbria. Strong wind and rain are forecast in both constituencies as Storm Doris crosses central and northern parts of England. Both sets of results are expected in the early hours of Friday. Mohammed Yaqub Akram - Independent Zulfiqar Ali - Liberal Democrats Jack Brereton - Conservatives The Incredible Flying Brick - Official Monster Raving Loony Party Adam Colclough - Green Party Godfrey Davies - Christian Peoples Alliance Barbara Fielding - Independent David Furness - British National Party Local People First Paul Nuttall - UKIP Gareth Snell - Labour Michael Guest - Independent Rebecca Hanson - Liberal Democrats Trudy Harrison - Conservatives Roy Ivinson - Independent Jack Lenox - Green Party Fiona Mills - UKIP Gillian Troughton - Labour

Summary: Voting is taking place to elect new MPs in the Stoke-on-Trent Central and Copeland by-elections.


Magstim Company Limited, which manufactures devices used in brain therapy, has announced plans to expand its plant in Whitland. The company said the move will take its total workforce there to 150 and will boost its market in the USA. The three-year expansion project has been supported by Â£2.7m of Welsh government funding. Managing director Robin Davies said expansion would "help us achieve our growth plans". Economy Minister Edwina Hart said: "It's always good to see an indigenous company with considerable expertise in its specialist field continuing to make its mark worldwide. "It serves to promote Welsh capability on an international stage and is a very welcome boost for our rapidly expanding life science sector."

Summary: Fifty jobs are set to be created at a medical technology company in Carmarthenshire.


They found that trying to unlock the phone or tablet with an abnormally long password caused the lock screen to crash in certain conditions. The flaw was limited to Android Lollipop, the most recent version of the mobile operating system. Google issued a patch for its Nexus devices on Wednesday. About 21% of Android users run affected versions of the operating system. After crashing the lock screen, the researchers were able to access the phone's data and apps. The vulnerability could not be exploited if people had chosen a lock pattern or Pin code instead of a password. While Google is rolling out its fix for Nexus, other phone manufacturers are responsible for distributing the software to their own handsets. On releasing the patch, Google said it had not yet detected anybody exploiting the flaw.

Summary: A security flaw in Android that lets people bypass the lock screen on a mobile device has been discovered by researchers at the University of Texas.


Rajendra Sadashiv Nikalje, also known as Chhota Rajan or "Little Rajan", is accused of multiple murders. Nikalje was detained when he flew into Bali airport from Sydney last month. His deportation was delayed for two days when volcanic ash from an eruption of Mount Rinjani forced the closure of Bali's main international airport. He was taken to a military airport amid heavy security, the AFP news agency reports. Nikalje, 55, is wanted in the western Indian city of Mumbai in connection with at least 17 cases of murder. He is also accused of extortion and drug trafficking. He grew up in Mumbai and reportedly became involved in petty crime as a youth before rising to lead one of the city's crime syndicates. Indonesian police arrested him following a tip-off from officers in Australia, who say he was living there under a different name.

Summary: An alleged Indian underworld don who was arrested in Indonesia after 20 years on the run is being flown back to India.


Shots were fired at their home in Tollnamona Court at about 02.40 BST in the early hours of Saturday morning. The couple and their grandchild were upstairs and sleeping at the time and were not injured. Sinn FÃ©in councillor, Emma Groves, said the family had lived in the house for 33 years and had raised their seven children there. They said they had no idea why they would be targeted in an attack like this. A PSNI spokesperson said they are working to establish a motive and have appealed for witnesses.

Summary: An elderly couple and their grandchild have escaped injury in a west Belfast shooting.


Construction teams at Prestatyn's Nova centre in Denbighshire have completed steel structural work and are moving into the second phase of redevelopment. The centre has been shut for nearly a year-and-a-half after the trust running it on behalf of the council folded. The Nova is expected to reopen its doors in the autumn after the council agreed to invest £4.4m in the centre. Denbighshire council's cabinet member for community development, Huw Jones, said: "The redevelopment of the Nova is an important piece of the jigsaw in our vision to develop the leisure offer on the coast, as well as the creation of a brand new destination for visitors to the region."

Summary: Work to completely revamp a north Wales seaside town's leisure centre has passed its first major milestone.


He was Robbie Quigg, who lived on Cumberland Road in Greenock where the collision took place on Wednesday afternoon. He was struck by a Peugeot 407 as he crossed the road at about 17:15. He was taken to Inverclyde Royal Hospital where he died in the early hours of the morning. The 44-year-old driver of the car, which was heading north when the accident happened near York Road, was not hurt. Police have appealed for any witnesses to contact them.

Summary: Police have named a six-year-old boy who was killed after being hit by a car.


Police in Plymouth sped to the Drake's Circus shopping centre after members of the public reported a man thought to be carrying a rifle. But when the armed response vehicle arrived at the scene officers found the man was carrying a lightsaber in a bag. In a tweet Devon and Cornwall Police quipped, "May the force be with you!" A spokesman for Devon and Cornwall Police said officers were called just before 12:00 GMT to reports of a man in his 50s "possibly in possession of a rifle". The misunderstanding was made clear when officers approached the man and no arrests were made. Lightsabers originated in the Star Wars movies and are classed as toys, rather than weapons.

Summary: Armed police officers called to reports of an armed man at a busy shopping centre found the suspect carrying a lightsaber.


Anderson and former Trotters striker Dean Holdsworth led a consortium which took control of the club in March. The club had amassed debts of over £170m before the £7.5m deal. "The club has not previously or is currently holding any discussions with a Saudi-based group or their legal representatives regarding a potential takeover," the statement said. Bolton are third in League One, having been relegated from the Championship last season. In September, Anderson told the BBC he was meeting businesspeople from the Far East in a bid to attract more investment to the club. Bolton are still under a transfer embargo that was placed upon the club in December last year for failing to comply with Financial Fair Play obligations. It means the club are unable to pay any fees for players and the Football League keeps a close eye on Bolton's dealings.

Summary: Bolton Wanderers chairman Ken Anderson has dismissed rumours of a takeover by a Saudi-based group.


Barbara Phipps, 73, of Lynsted, Kent, died in the collision on the A2 London Road in Teynham on 13 February 2016. William Magee, 59, had denied causing her death by dangerous driving and was due to stand trial later this month. He admitted the lesser charge of causing death by careless driving at Maidstone Crown Court on Thursday and will be sentenced on 3 March. Magee, of Readers Court, in Chelmsford, Essex, had also been charged with failing to stop, but was told by prosecutors the charge would be dropped.

Summary: A lorry driver has admitted causing the death of an elderly cyclist who was hit by his vehicle.


Michael Richardson struck an unbeaten 96 as Durham moved from their overnight 174-2 to 372 all out - a lead of 168. All-rounder Brett Hutton took career best figures of 5-77 as the visitors lost their last five wickets for 48. But paceman Graham Onions took three wickets to limit the hosts' chances of a fightback as they closed on 138-4. Earlier, Hutton restricted Durham from building a bigger total the seamer first removed Paul Collingwood for 40 before dismissing Ryan Pringle (19) and Jamie Harrison for nought. Hutton finished the innings with the wickets of Chris Rushworth and Onions in the same over as wicketkeeper Richardson was left stranded four runs short of his century. Following his first innings' 5-56, Onions clean bowled Steven Mullaney before removing Jake Libby (34) and Michael Lumb in the space of three balls as the hosts ended the day 30 runs behind.

Summary: Durham put themselves in a strong position with a solid batting and bowling display against Nottinghamshire on day two at Trent Bridge.


The complaint does not relate to the superintendent's role within the force, Wiltshire Police said. An investigation is being carried out by another force after the incident was referred to the police watchdog. A spokesman for Wiltshire Police said the officer had not been arrested, but had been interviewed under caution by detectives. He added: "An investigation by an external police force has begun and in order to preserve the integrity of the investigation. It would be inappropriate for us to comment further at this stage. "It's important to note that suspension is not an indication of guilt, but is sometimes a necessary part of the process." The matter had been voluntarily referred to the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) which decided the matter could be investigated by an external police force.

Summary: A Wiltshire Police officer has been suspended following an allegation of fraud.


Seonaid (Shona) Bacon was reported missing after she was last seen at about 12:20 in the Skelmanae area, near the A98 Fraserburgh to Banff road. People living in the area have been asked to check garages and sheds. She is described as 5ft 6in, with short, white hair. She was last seen wearing a white dressing gown, slippers and grey tracksuit bottoms. Insp Kevin Goldie, of Police Scotland, said: "It is out of character for Seonaid to not be in touch with family or friends and as time goes by we are increasingly concerned for her well-being. "We are asking residents in the local area to please check any outbuildings, garages or sheds for signs that someone may have sought shelter there. "Searches are being carried out in the local area including the use of a search dog and the Police Scotland helicopter."

Summary: A police helicopter and search dog team have been involved in a search for a 52-year-old woman in Aberdeenshire.


Those killed include two children. All the victims were passengers in a minivan. The attack took place in Sangin district in Helmand province. It is not known who carried out the attack, but the area on Pakistan's border is a stronghold of the Taliban and al-Qaeda militants. Helmand provincial spokesman Daud Ahmadi told the AFP news agency that the minivan "struck a Taliban-planted mine". Correspondents say says roads are increasingly in the front line of the war in Afghanistan. Civilian and military casualties are at levels not seen for a decade - last year more than 2,400 civilians died, with roadside bombs the biggest source of casualties.

Summary: A roadside bomb has killed five civilians in southern Afghanistan, government officials have said.


The blaze started two days ago when one of four big fuel tanks exploded at the Puma Energy facility in the Pacific port of Puerto Sandino. A second tank caught fire on Thursday. No casualties have been reported but the authorities have warned residents to avoid the clouds of smoke full of noxious gases which have been billowing thousands of metres into the air. Shelters have been prepared in case the wind changes direction away from the ocean and towards the land. Experts from the US and Canada are in the country to advise officials on how to bring the fire under control. Puma Energy said it was working to contain the situation and emphasised that safety for local residents was a priority.

Summary: Fire fighters in Nicaragua are trying to bring under control a huge fire at the country's only oil refinery.


The 28-year-old former Derby and Southampton player featured eight times on loan at St James Park this season and had expressed his desire The club has not disclosed how long a contract Holmes has signed. "I'm delighted that Lee has chosen to stay with Exeter City," Exeter manager Paul Tisdale said. "He is a very talented footballer and he ingratiated himself into our dressing room very quickly during his loan spell here. "We saw plenty of evidence of his ability during his short time with us, so the prospect of working with him in pre-season and over the next year is extremely exciting."

Summary: Winger Lee Holmes has agreed to join Exeter City when his contract at Preston North End expires this summer.


Almost every one of Canvey Island's 13,000 inhabitants had to leave their homes during the North Sea tidal surge. The floods have been depicted on panels along a mural on Concord Beach, painted by professional artists and Canvey inhabitants. The project was made possible with a Â£10,000 grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. The idea to paint the mural was put forward by the charity Friends of Concord Beach. Its chairman, Colin Letchford, said the mural was intended to "involve and educate the community". He said school groups and others had already been to visit the wall and learn about the history of the island and its relationship with the sea. "People have wept at the pictures because of the memories they've brought back. They've also wept with joy," he said.

Summary: Floods which devastated an island in 1953, killing 59 people, have been remembered on a 262ft (80m) sea wall.


The Americans, whom officials have not yet named, were killed after an explosive-packed car rammed their convoy in Kandahar province. The attack, claimed by the Taliban, took place near the regional airport. It comes as President Donald Trump reportedly considers adding 4,000 soldiers to the 8,000 or so US troops currently supporting Afghan forces. Wednesday's attack brings to 10 the number of American soldiers killed in Afghanistan this year. The bombing was claimed by Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid, who said 15 foreign soldiers, including two "high-ranking officers", had died. The blast comes a day after dozens died in a suicide bombing at a Shia mosque. The Islamic State group claimed that attack.

Summary: Two US soldiers have been killed by a suicide car bomber in Afghanistan, the Pentagon says.


The Pirates, who beat Moseley 32-0 on Saturday, announced four new additions on Good Friday, including Exeter Chiefs winger Jack Arnott. The former England Under-20 player has spent this season on dual-registration at the Mennaye. "We'll have a few more hopefully this week to finalise the squad," Davies told BBC Radio Cornwall. "Then supporters will know where we sit and we can gauge ourselves ready for next season." As well as Arnott, Dan Lee, Alex O'Meara, and Jake Parker have also agreed new deals, following eight other members of the squad who committed themselves to the club earlier this month. Davies will leave at the end of this season because of budget cuts, with forwards coach Alan Paver and backs coach Gavin Cattle taking joint charge of the side.

Summary: Cornish Pirates will finalise their squad for next season later this week, according to outgoing boss Ian Davies.


Kamanga won the election against Bwalya by 163 to 156 votes in what many thought was an impossible task for the challenger. Bwalya, who was named the 1988 African Footballer of the Year, first joined FAZ as vice president in 2004 before being elected president four years later. He served as association president for two terms and was gunning for a third. During his tenure as president, Zambia famously won the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations trophy. "I will not turn our soccer icon Kalusha Bwalya into a villain," Kamanga said in his victory speech. "This I promise but we'll respect the laws of the land and those of football and reforms that have happened in world football and will not spare Zambia." Bwalya wished Kamanga success. "Football is about winning and losing. I want Zambian football to win. All the best to FAZ and the new leadership," Bwalya said.

Summary: Zambian legend Kalusha Bwalya has lost his position as Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) president after being defeated by businessman Andrew Kamanga.


The road was closed overnight between junction eight for Bishop's Stortford and junction seven for Harlow for a "complex" clean-up following the accident at 17:10 BST. The lorry was recovered and the northbound side opened at 06:00 BST. Essex Fire Service said the chemicals were not hazardous. No other vehicles were involved in the crash. The chemicals were identified as melamine formaldehyde resin and phosphoric acid. An Environment Agency spokesman said: "We were there in an advisory capacity. Chemicals were contained on site and drains blocked to ensure the material could not run off site. "Chemicals were tankered away to be disposed of correctly. There is no evidence or reports of any environmental impact." Essex Police said the lorry driver received cuts and bruises but was not believed to be seriously injured and was due to be interviewed later.

Summary: The M11 motorway in Essex has fully reopened after a lorry overturned and spilled chemicals across both carriageways on Thursday evening.


It comes after members of the RMT union rejected an offer from the Caterers Offshore Trade Association (Cota). Staff at the six companies who are members of Cota rejected the offer in February. The RMT union is sending out industrial action ballot papers to its members, recommending they back strike action, and action short of a strike. Cota has yet to comment on the move by the RMT, but earlier said it was "extremely disappointed" that the Unite union was pressing ahead with a ballot of its own members on the same issue.

Summary: An industrial action ballot is beginning over pay and conditions for offshore catering workers.


The World War One garden at St Peter Bengeworth, in Evesham, Worcestershire, featured a stone cross and masonry from the original church, which was demolished more than 100 years ago. Gardener Pat Coombs said she was "extremely angry" by what had happened to the garden. She said she doubted the stonework could be properly repaired. Ms Coombs, who is part of the gardening team at the church, was the first person to discover the damage, after the attack on Thursday. "I couldn't believe my eyes at first and then I found I was extremely angry," she said. "It [the memorial] looked really impressive but a vandal or vandals had completely destroyed it with bricks." West Mercia Police said it was investigating the incident.

Summary: Vandals have smashed irreplaceable stonework and damaged an award-winning memorial garden.


Police, ambulance and fire services were called out to a property in Ettrickbridge. It is understood that a man was taken to Borders General Hospital following a stand-off. Police thanked local residents for their patience while officers dealt with the incident and asked anyone with information to contact them. A spokesman said: "We were called to an address in Ettrickbridge, near Selkirk on Thursday following a report of concern for a person within. "Specialist and local emergency resources were deployed in the area to maintain public and officer safety. "A 39-year-old man is currently in hospital for assessment."

Summary: A man is in hospital after an incident which saw police seal off a Borders village on Thursday night.


Robots will eventually help carry out less invasive surgery in areas such as ear, nose and throat, and urology. Deputy Health Minister Vaughan Gething said the "advanced facilities" would attract specialists to Wales and give patients the latest treatment. A prostate surgery robot at the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff will also be given extra funding. The cash will boost facilities for training doctors from hospitals across south Wales in robotic surgery. Professor Andrew Davies, chair of Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board, said: "This is great news for patients as it will allow our doctors and nurses to improve and extend their skills and surgical techniques."

Summary: Morriston Hospital in Swansea will be equipped with state-of-the-art robotic training equipment in a £3m investment.


Chinese media outlets reported on Monday that Tuan Tuan, one of two pandas given to Taiwan by mainland China in 2008, had died from distemper. The zoo snapped a photo of Tuan Tuan behind bars but in front of Monday's newspapers and put it on Facebook. It told people not to worry, and warned them not to listen to internet rumours. Tuan Tuan's partner Yuan Yuan and their cub were also fine, said the zoo. Tuan Tuan's name means "unity" or "reunion". His arrival in Taiwan was seen at the time either as a sign of warming relations or of Chinese assertion of control over Taiwan, which it considers a breakaway province. Chinese media sites which had repeated the death rumours have since apologised. They included the Communist Party mouthpiece People's Daily - it said it had been "misinformed".

Summary: Taipei Zoo in Taiwan has released a photo of its resident panda posing in front of daily newspapers to counter premature reports of its death.


The snow from last winter lies on Meall a'Bhuiridh, the location of Glencoe Mountain's Flypaper run ski run. The resort's Andy Meldrum said: "This is the latest that snow has ever survived on Meall a'Bhuiridh since skiing began here in 1956. "But some of our old timers here, guys in their 90s, say snow has never lasted this long." Mr Meldrum said the patch of snow had survived because of the summer's poor weather, and was clinging on through September's warm conditions. He said: "The winter of 2013-14 was a record for snow depths with tows buried for many months, yet even then snow only persisted on the mountain until 28 September. "The winter of 2014-15 was a reasonably average winter but unseasonably cold summer temperatures have meant that the snow has lasted even longer this year. "This is the most southerly snow remaining in Scotland now."

Summary: Snow has survived on a Glen Coe Munro for the longest time in living memory, according to the area's ski resort.


The end terrace property in Blackheath has been engulfed by ivy so only the front door and one window can be seen from the street. A neighbour said the flora was planted "quite a few years ago" and the home had been empty for several months. The estate agents had warned it requires "complete modernisation". The property, which had a guide price of £450,000, includes a reception room, kitchen, bathroom, garage and a garden. A neighbour who lives opposite the house said it had been swallowed by plant life "for a long time". "It was a lovely little house... it is a wonder the neighbours didn't kick off about it though," she said. But Alice Mennie, who also lives in the street, said she thought the greenery gave the house "character". "It looks lovely. I'd love my house to look like that," she said.

Summary: A three-bedroom house which has been "swallowed" by plants in south-east London has sold at auction for £554,000.


By the close, the benchmark FTSE 100 index was up 0.52% at 6,074.52, having been as much as 1.3% higher at the start. On Friday, the index fell 2.4% after US jobs data fell short of expectations. Mining stocks led the FTSE higher, with Antofagasta up 7.4% and Glencore adding 7.3%. But with US markets closed on Monday for the Labor Day holiday, investors were not expecting any lead from Wall Street later in the day. Shares in AB Foods, owner of the low-cost fashion retailer Primark, fell 0.7% despite maintaining its full-year earnings forecast in a statement released on Monday. On the currency markets, the pound rose 0.75% against the dollar to $1.5284 and also gained 0.57% against the euro to â‚¬1.3686.

Summary: (Close): London's leading shares traded higher on Monday, partly recovering from Friday's losses, although shedding some of its initial gains.


There were reports linking Smith, 29, with a move back to the club with which he started his career. "Players have agents and managers and if it suits them to put things in the press that's what happens," Cunningham told BBC Radio Merseyside. "Matty is a good player but isn't on the radar. It was a bit of a shock when we saw what was in the press." Cunningham, 39, added: "We've got to have a plan A, B, C, to Z because that's just the way the game is these days. "They have got to be the right calibre of player and the right fit for the squad. We're not looking for short-term fixes."

Summary: St Helens head coach Keiron Cunningham has insisted that they do not want to sign Wigan scrum-half Matty Smith.


The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) said hundreds of kilos and thousands of litres of chemicals were seized in 20 states over five months. Operation Cyber Juice focused on secret laboratories dealing in drugs obtained over the internet from China. Agents also confiscated steroid powder, liquid and more than $2m in cash. DEA acting administrator Chuck Rosenberg said too many young people were ruining their bodies and lives through steroid abuse, but this operation had attacked the "global underground steroid market, exposing its dangers and lies". It began in April and ended with nine arrests on Tuesday. The DEA said many of the drugs seized were bought from Chinese chemical manufacturing companies and then converted in secret labs into forms of steroids to be sold on the US black market. In Arizona, four so-called steroid conversion labs were shut down and 150,000 doses of the finished product seized.

Summary: US agents have arrested more than 90 people and shut down 16 underground labs making illegal steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs.


Lola, a sheepdog cross, required emergency surgery after the toy arrow became wedged in her stomach. Her owner, Maria Caulfied from Newport, said it was an "absolute miracle" she survived and "shows that she's meant to be" with the family. She said Lola was playing before she let out a "huge yelp" and became "violently sick". The family rushed her to the vets and an X-ray showed the arrow spanned almost the entire length of her body. Mrs Caulfield said the surgery went well and Lola should go on to make a full recovery.

Summary: An eight-week-old puppy is lucky to be alive after swallowing a 10-inch arrow.


The 28-year-old had been with the Welsh side since 2012, but wanted to leave a year before his deal ends after making just nine appearances last season. He told the club website: "I've enjoyed my time and was honoured to wear the jersey but have been frustrated with limited game time in recent months. "I'm grateful to Scarlets for allowing me to pursue an exciting opportunity." Scarlets general manager of rugby Jon Daniels added: "Strength in depth in the backline limited Gareth's opportunities in the Scarlets jersey last season. "Despite being disappointed to see a player of his calibre leave the region, we wish him well for the future."

Summary: Leicester Tigers are set to sign Gareth Owen after the centre was released from his Scarlets contract.


Willie O'Dea was reacting to the party's poor performance in two Irish parliament (Dáil) by-elections. On Sunday, former Fianna Fáil minister Éamon Ó Cuív described the by-election results as a bad day for the party. Mr O'Dea said a leadership contest would be divisive and that he supported the party's leader. The reaction came after surprise results in the two by-elections on Saturday. In Roscommon/South Leitrim, independent Michael Fitzmaurice won the seat on the seventh count. He defeated favourite Ivan Connaughton of Fianna Fáil. Mr Fitzmaurice finished with 14,881 votes, 2,831 more than Mr Connaughton. Paul Murphy of the Anti-Austerity Alliance won the seat Dublin South-West after a campaign that focused on the issue of water charges. Sinn Féin's Cathal King had been the favourite for the seat and topped the poll. However, Mr Murphy overtook him on vote transfers. Fianna Fáil candidate John Lahart came in fifth.

Summary: A Fianna Fáil Irish parliament member has said the party is united behind its leader Micheál Martin.


Jack Adcock, who had Down's syndrome, died of a cardiac arrest at Leicester Royal Infirmary in February 2011. Hadiza Bawa-Garba was found guilty of manslaughter by gross negligence. Sister Theresa Taylor was cleared of the same charge. Agency nurse Isabel Amaro, 47, was found guilty of the same charge on Monday. Jack, who had a heart condition, was admitted to the hospital with pneumonia but died 11 hours later from a cardiac arrest. It was caused by sepsis triggered by a bacterial infection. The trial had heard the boy's death was caused by "serious neglect" by staff who failed to recognise his body was "shutting down" and close to death, the prosecution claimed. After a month-long trial at Nottingham Crown Court, the jury retired on Thursday last week to consider its verdicts, returning a guilty verdict on Amaro on Monday. Verdicts on Bawa-Garba and Ms Taylor were returned earlier.

Summary: A doctor has been found guilty of the manslaughter of a six-year-old boy who was "seriously neglected" in hospital.


The attack took place outside a nightclub on Christmas Day. Officers were called to a disturbance outside the venue in Sackville Street at 04:20 GMT, and bullets hit the windscreen as an officer interviewed a victim in the vehicle. Police said the shots were fired from a car that was later found burnt out in the Great Horton area of the city. ã€€ã€€ On Saturday, police stopped a car on Great Horton Road and arrested a man inside on suspicion of attempted murder. Three other men, all from Bradford, have been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and are currently in custody.ã€€ Another 21-year-old man who was arrested in Bradford on suspicion of attempted murder on Friday has been bailed.

Summary: Police have arrested four more men after shots were fired at a police car in Bradford.


Scott Dawson, 37, from Southampton, entered the water off Seaview shortly before 07:30 BST on Tuesday. The non-stop swim saw him navigate the island anti-clockwise. He completed the 60-mile (96.6km) route in just over 26 hours. Money raised will go to support the work of the Marine Conservation Society (MCS) and Meningitis Now. During the swim Mr Dawson was passed boiled eggs, beetroot brownies and chocolate from a fishing net. The father-of-two said he kept his mind occupied by doing sums in his head. "Numbers go round and round, and before I know it, someone is stopping me to eat and drink", he said. Record-breaking round-the-world yachtsman Brian Thompson navigated the route, describing it as an "epic challenge". Only four people have completed the feat - the last successful attempt was by Anna Wardley in September 2013.

Summary: A man has completed his bid to swim solo round the Isle of Wight to raise money for charity.


The Midsteeple Quarter project has been developed as a response to a string of shop closures. Initial plans will be discussed at the Bakers Oven building on the town's High Street later this month. Over two days on 15 and 16 November it will become a "project hub" for the venture and is seeking public input on how to take the scheme forward. Matt Baker of community development trust The Stove Network said: "Dumfries has seen the closure of 18 businesses in the last four months, and Midsteeple Quarter is an urgent response to this. "Without help, the situation is likely to get worse. "This is a bold initiative that will see local people developing their own High Street as a contemporary living, working, socialising, learning and enterprising hub."

Summary: A community-led initiative is looking at potential ways to "breathe new life" into Dumfries town centre.


Carlin, who missed out on London 2012, has been included in a 26-strong Team GB swimming squad. Chloe Tutton, 19, has also been named in the squad along with Georgia Davies and Ieuan Lloyd. But Alys Thomas and Adam Mallett miss out despite wins at the British trials in Glasgow. Media playback is not supported on this device Mallett was the surprise victor in the 200m butterfly final while Thomas won the 100m butterfly final at the Olympic trials. City of Cardiff's Tutton produced a three-second personal best to secure 200m breaststroke gold. Commonwealth 50m backstroke champion Davies and Cardiff-based Lloyd also competed at London 2012. Carlin missed London 2012 after suffering with glandular fever in the build-up to the Olympic trials. But since then she has gone on to claim world, European and Commonwealth freestyle honours.

Summary: Commonwealth and European champion Jazz Carlin will lead a four strong Welsh swimming contingent at this summer's Rio Olympics.


The tennis coach is one of three honorary graduates at the university's winter graduation ceremonies. Murray, who is the mother of tennis champions Andy and Jamie, will receive an Honorary Doctorate of Education. She stepped down in March as Great Britain's Fed Cup captain after five years in the role. Author and journalist Matthew Syed, and video games composer and musician Rob Hubbard will also receive honorary degrees at a ceremony in Dundee's Caird Hall on 25 November. University principal Prof Nigel Seaton said: "I am delighted that Abertay University is conferring honorary degrees on these inspirational leaders. "In doing so, we celebrate their contribution to our national life, and we are proud to hold them as examples to the Abertay graduates with whom they will share the stage."

Summary: Judy Murray is to receive an honorary degree from Abertay University in Dundee for her "outstanding contribution to British sport".


The 27-year-old made 22 appearances for Treviso in the Pro 12 last season. Luamanu told the club website: "I'm really excited to have joined Harlequins and I'm looking forward to the challenges ahead." Quins director of rugby, Connor O'Shea, added: "We look forward to working with a player whose best years can still be ahead of him." He added: "Mat's sheer size, power and footballing ability will provide a very interesting challenge to teams in the Aviva Premiership and in Europe." Luamanu has represented New Zealand Schools and won the 2008 Junior World Cup for New Zealand with the under-20s.

Summary: Premiership side Harlequins have signed New Zealand-born back row Mathew Luamanu from Benetton Treviso.


The 27-year-old opening batsman joined before the start of the 2013 season and has scored 2,763 runs at an average of 34 - including seven hundreds. He hit 1,000 first-class runs for the first time in 2015, and managed 934 last summer at an average of 40 "Billy leads from the front, opens and has the respect of the players," said director of cricket Kim Barnett. "He is the perfect man for this situation and I feel that we are lucky to have him. "Billy has a big responsibility this summer within our new coaching model and he is without question the right man for it." Godleman only signed a new two-year contract in August, a month before Barnett returned to take charge of the side.

Summary: Captain Billy Godleman has signed a new deal which keeps him Derbyshire until the end of the 2019 season.