The 21-year-old Royals youth product played 17 times for the club since his Football League debut in a 4-0 defeat at Nottingham Forest in August 2014. He made 23 league appearances in a half-season loan with League Two side Hartlepool United in 2014-15. Tshibola will be reunited with former Royals boss Steve Clarke, who is now Villa's assistant manager. Media playback is not supported on this device Villa manager Roberto di Matteo told the club website: "He's a highly- rated and well respected young player who will provide us with plenty of energy, courage and determination in the middle of the park. "I am confident he will be a tremendous addition to our squad for the very important new season - and beyond." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Aston Villa have signed young Reading midfielder Aaron Tshibola on a four-year contract for an undisclosed fee.


The number - 112 - will connect callers with police, ambulance, fire-fighters and other emergency services. The idea of the single number has been accepted by the telecoms authorities, news agency Press Trust of India says. Once approved by the telecoms minister, officials say, it will be rolled out "within months rather than a year". The proposal to have a single number for emergencies was proposed by Trai, India's telecoms regulator. At the moment, Indians have to dial different emergency numbers: A number of states have also put in place other helpline numbers to assist women, children and the elderly. Officials said all existing emergency numbers will be phased out gradually once 112 is in operation.

Summary: India is set to introduce a single national emergency number, similar to 911 in the US or 999 in Britain, officials say.


The woman, from Leicester, was arrested at Birmingham Airport by West Midlands Counter Terrorism Unit officers under Section 5 of the Terrorism Act. The 30-year-old's home and another associated address are being searched. Officers are working with other agencies to ensure the children's welfare, West Midlands Police said. Officers have a maximum of 36 hours to question her before charging, releasing, bailing or applying to a court for a warrant of further detention. More than 200,000 people have lost their lives and more than 11 million have been displaced in four years of conflict in Syria. The conflict is between forces loyal to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and those opposed to his rule - as well as jihadist militants from Islamic State.

Summary: A woman travelling with three children has been arrested on suspicion of preparing to go to Syria to engage in terror acts.


The road reopened both ways between J11 and J13 just before lunchtime on Sunday. The bridge was knocked down as part of improvement works between J10 and J13. The concrete and steel bridge, 17m wide and 41m long, was designed by Sir Owen Williams and Partners and built in 1959 to carry the old A5120 over the M1. A new bridge opened in May. Project manager Lynne Stinson said: "The demolition of the old bridge was an essential part of the managed motorway scheme. "The closures meant that our workers were able to concentrate on demolishing the structure as quickly and as safely as possible." The first phase of managed motorway between Junctions 10 and 11 is almost complete, with testing now being carried out ahead of it becoming fully operational in mid-July.

Summary: The M1 in Bedfordshire has reopened after an old 1,400-tonne bridge at Junction 12 was demolished, the Highways Agency has announced.


Ascensos said it planned to open a centre in Cowes, Isle of Wight, in September. It said the base would initially create 400 jobs, serving an unnamed "major online and high street retailer". The island council said it had agreed to invest £2.1m developing the centre in order to attract a £35m investment by the firm. The authority said the money would help to establish "identified commercial premises" and generate increased revenues from business rates and council tax. Council leader Dave Stewart said the investment would create "quality jobs" and "promote the future prosperity of our local economy". Founded in 2013, Ascensos employs 1,200 staff at a contact centre in Motherwell and two in Clydebank, along with operations in the Netherlands and Romania. The council said outsourced call centre jobs were increasingly being brought back to the UK "due to expressed customer preference in dealing with English first language speakers".

Summary: A call centre company has said it will create up to 600 jobs by opening its first UK base outside Scotland.


The event pits America against an international team, that excludes Europe, at Liberty National Golf Club in New Jersey from 26 September. "It is a great honour for me to be even a small part of the Presidents Cup," said Trump, who said he has watched the tournament since it began in 1994. "It gets better with age. This will be the greatest of them all." PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan said organisers look forward to Trump being involved "in any capacity his schedule allows". Former American president Barack Obama twice performed the role as honorary chairman during his term in office.

Summary: American president Donald Trump has accepted an invitation to be honorary chairman of golf's Presidents Cup.


The men were found on Saturday night just before 21:00 GMT on Donegall Pass. They were treated at the scene before being taken to hospital. PSNI said on social media that the men collapsed after a "suspected overdose". The Belfast Trust said one of the men is critical and being treated in the Royal Victoria Hospital's intensive care unit. The Northern Ireland Ambulance Service (NIAS) said it received a report of three men unconscious after taking a substance. Police said they assisted paramedics provided emergency first aid to the three men. "This clearly could have had dire consequences for those involved," they said.

Summary: A man is in a critical condition after being found unconscious along with two others in Belfast City Centre.


The flanker has undergone surgery after being injured during a Warriors 'A' match against Edinburgh last month. Warriors head coach Gregor Townsend said: "We all feel for Tyrone, who has had some bad luck with injuries during the past two seasons. "He had started the season in good form and had been working hard in training." Holmes will now miss an important run of games in Glasgow's season, starting at home to Pro12 rivals Leinster this weekend. The Warriors then have a Champions Cup double-header against Scarlets, back-to-back meetings with Edinburgh in the Pro12, before their European pool concludes with matches against Racing 92 either side of a trip to Northampton. "We're disappointed to lose Tyrone for the next few months, however we wish him all the best with his rehab," Townsend added.

Summary: Glasgow Warriors and Scotland back-row forward Tyrone Holmes has been ruled out of action for four months with a foot injury.


They were detained on the Andover Estate in Islington in the early hours of the morning having been tracked by a police helicopter. Police said they had dumped a stolen moped and other items before entering an address where they were arrested. Officers said they were not detained in connection with a specific incident. The number of attacks involving corrosive fluids has risen sharply in the capital in recent years. There were 454 such crimes last year compared to 261 in 2015. The four teenagers were "not detained on the basis of information connecting them to a specific acid attack", officers said.

Summary: Four teenagers have been arrested in north London on suspicion of being involved in acid attacks.


It says some of the infiltrators were armed and several of them managed to return to Syria. About two million drug capsules were seized by the border guards. The military says it often stops people trying to cross the Jordan-Syria border which runs through remote desert. But it described this as the worst incident in recent months. It did not say where Saturday's exchange of fire took place. The kingdom has tightened controls on its border with Syria, which has been ravaged by a bloody civil war and a jihadist insurgency led by the so-called Islamic State. Jordan is hosting 633,000 of the 4.39 million Syrians registered as refugees with the UN. The number of Syrians stranded on the Jordanian border has recently risen sharply to about 17,000 people, according to the UN.

Summary: Jordanian border guards have shot dead 12 people who tried to cross into the country from Syria, the military says.


The 53-year-old will join former Masters champion Ian Woosnam in the Shopco Masters, which will take place in Denmark between June 1-3 next year. "My golfing career has been played in parallel with a number of players who are currently on the Senior Tour," said Davies, a four-time major winner. "I'm really looking forward to testing my wits against them." David MacLaren, head of the European Senior Tour, said: "Dame Laura's participation in this event is an honour for the European Senior Tour. "She has been one of my golfing heroes since 1996 and this is another example of the European Tour and European Senior Tour being prepared to innovate and look to attract a wider audience to the game of golf."

Summary: England's Laura Davies will become the first woman to compete in a men's European Senior Tour event.


The man was seen by members of the public being hit by a car on Mansfield Road in Nottingham on Wednesday evening. He went into a nearby coffee shop but later left the scene without contacting police. A police spokesman said they want to speak to him about the incident. The man appeared to have sustained facial injuries, the spokesman added, but they have not been able to link anyone who had treatment at hospital with the reported hit-and-run.

Summary: Police have appealed to the victim of a suspected hit-and-run crash to contact them.


The 53-year old succeeds Guus Hiddink, who left his position on Monday after just 10 months in charge. Blind, who was Hiddink's assistant, won 42 caps during a 20-year playing career with Ajax and Sparta Rotterdam, and also managed Ajax. Hiddink, 68, lost five and won four of his 10 matches during his second spell in charge, with the Dutch third in their Euro 2016 qualifying group. He apologised for leaving the national side five points behind leaders Iceland and three adrift of the Czech Republic in Group A.

Summary: Danny Blind has been appointed as the new Netherlands head coach.


State media said President Vladimir Putin had approved Mr Mutko's promotion to deputy prime minister for sport, tourism and youth politics. Mr Mutko was accused by the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) of ordering the cover-up of a failed drug test He was denied accreditation to the Rio Olympics in August. Mr Mutko's anti-doping adviser, Nataliya Zhelanova, and one of his deputies, Yuri Nagornykh, were suspended after a Wada report accused them of helping to orchestrate cover-ups of hundreds of drug tests. The report, by law professor Richard McLaren, accused Russia's sports ministry of manipulating urine samples provided by its athletes between 2011 and 2015. Some Russian athletes were banned from competing at the Olympic Games in Rio, while all Russian competitors were banned from the Paralympic Games.

Summary: Russian Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko has been promoted, despite allegations of state-sponsored doping during his time in office.


The Northern Irishman took silver with Madison partner Felix English to add to the gold he won in the points race. The duo were the first of three pairings to gain a lap in the closing kilometres of the sprints and gained a second lap in the latter stages. Their heroics were enough for second place in the race, behind winners Denmark, with Russia taking bronze. Downey, 20, dominated the points race on Saturday and is now leading the World Cup ranking in the event. His success ensured that he picked up back-to-back gold medals after winning the points race in the second World Cup round in Apeldoorn. The County Down man's next target will be the World Championships in Hong Kong in April.

Summary: Mark Downey has secured his second medal at the third round of the UCI Track Cycling World Cup in Colombia.


The Pool 1 fixture, due to be played on 16 October, was postponed because of the sudden death of Munster head coach Anthony Foley in a Parisian hotel. It will now take place at the Stade Yves-du-Manoir at 15:45 GMT. The rearranged match means a new date will be agreed for Munster's Pro12 meeting with Edinburgh, which had been scheduled for 7 January. The fixture would have been the Scottish club's first match at Myreside, where Edinburgh will play their home matches between January and May, rather than Murrayfield.

Summary: Munster's postponed European Champions Cup fixture against Racing 92 has been rescheduled for 7 January.


The Â£2.9m expansion will provide the hospital with extra capacity to cope with the increase in the number of patients seen by the department. Three new ambulance handover bays and an additional resuscitation area will also benefit trauma patients. It has been funded in part by savings from elsewhere and cash from the former NHS Somerset Primary Care Trust. More than Â£400,000 donated by the hospital's League of Friends has been used to purchase the medical equipment in the new bays. Emergency department consultant Dr Jon Tipping said the generosity of the League of Friends meant it had access to the best possible equipment. "The number of people visiting our emergency department has been rapidly increasing over the years and so the additional treatment bays will really help us to cope with demand," he said.

Summary: Four new accident and emergency treatment bays at Taunton's Musgrove Park Hospital have been opened.


£200,000 will be made available, mostly to marching bands, in 2016-17. DUP colleagues of Mr Givan objected when the scheme was suspended by the Sinn Féin Culture Minister Carál Ní Chuilín in 2015. The programme provides grants of between £500 and £5,000 distributed through the Arts Council. Mr Givan said the marching bands sector was "the largest community arts sector in Northern Ireland with well in excess of 20,000 participants". "These bands contribute to our society not just musically, but providing structure, discipline and a social outlet for a huge number of young people across Northern Ireland," he said.

Summary: Communities Minister Paul Givan has revived a scheme to pay for musical instruments for bands.


The 48-year-old was arrested on Tuesday after police received reports of a nine-year-old girl being grabbed outside a chemists in Queen Street, Market Rasen. There were also reports of a four-year-old boy being grabbed in a newsagents on the same road. No-one was hurt but both children were left shaken, police said. Det Insp Pete Grayson said: "These incidents will understandably be of great concern to the local community, to parents and to families, and I would like to make it clear that they are isolated and one-off occurrences. "We have a suspect in custody and are not looking for anyone else in connection with this investigation." Patrols have been increased in the area to provide reassurance.

Summary: A woman has been arrested in connection with two attempted child abductions in a small Lincolnshire market town.


Former WBA super-bantamweight champion Quigg would be closer to facing Wales' Lee Selby if he wins on Saturday. "It's a great opportunity for Scott," said Quigg's promoter Eddie Hearn. "With uncertainty over [Selby's mandatory challenger] Jonathan Barros, it's very likely the winner will fight Lee Selby next." Quigg made the step up to featherweight after losing his WBA title in a unification bout against Carl Frampton in February 2016 - his sole loss in 35 career fights. The 28-year-old fights for the first time since recruiting American Freddie Roach as his trainer. Quigg has fought and won only once since his defeat by Carl Frampton last February and his profile has suffered as those of rivals Selby and Frampton have grown. His match-up with Simion, 35, comes on the undercard of Anthony Joshua's IBF and WBA heavyweight title fight with Wladimir Klitschko.

Summary: Scott Quigg's fight with Romanian Viorel Simion at Wembley Stadium has been upgraded to an eliminator for the IBF featherweight title.


Jones will join Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman in the second episode of the new three-part series. Filming began on Monday. Jones said: "I'm excited and intrigued by the character I shall be playing in Sherlock..." The show's co-creator Steven Moffat said: "Delighted to have Toby Jones on board, bringing to life one of Doyle's finest villains." Co-creator Mark Gatiss added: "We're thrilled to welcome one of our finest actors to the Sherlock family. I know Toby will embrace the part with true relish!" It was announced last month that series four will begin with Holmes (Cumberbatch) back on British soil, as Doctor Watson (Freeman) and his wife, Mary (Amanda Abbington), prepare for parenthood.

Summary: Toby Jones is to play a villain in the fourth series of BBC One's Sherlock.


Jason Kennedy's 85th-minute goal earned all three points for the hosts in a topsy-turvy match at Brunton Park. The Cumbrians took an early lead via Jack Stacey's 20-yard shot before Billy Bodin brought the Pirates level. Carlisle regained the lead through Charlie Wyke before Matty Taylor's turn and shot equalised before Kennedy's lifted finish over the keeper. Plymouth's victory over York and Accrington's away win against Newport means the Pirates slip down to fifth and are now three points off the automatic promotion places. Carlisle move to within four points of seventh-placed Wycombe who sit in the final play-off spot.

Summary: Bristol Rovers slipped out of the League Two automatic promotion places after a late defeat at Carlisle.


The body of a woman was found in Hill Street, Kingswood, near Bristol, at about 00:45 GMT on Sunday. Police said the 43-year-old's injuries were "consistent with her being involved in a road traffic collision". A post-mortem examination and formal identification is due to take place later. The death is still being treated as "unexplained" and police continue to appeal for information. On Sunday Avon and Somerset Constabulary said about an hour before the woman was found dead, it received a call about a woman who was walking in the carriageway of the road. Det Insp Louise Boyce said the incident had been referred to the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) as there had been police involvement before the woman's body was found.

Summary: A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and failing to stop after an accident.


The artwork, named "Where shall we go dancing tonight?", was thrown away by a cleaner who mistook it for a mess from the previous night. It consisted of cigarette butts, empty champagne bottles and confetti. The museum has now re-installed the artwork after getting the artists' approval. The installation at the Museion Bozen-Bolzano was created by two artists from Milan to represent the hedonism and political corruption of the 1980s. The museum apologised to visitors following the incident, joking it had some "bad luck with the new cleaning lady". The exhibition will reopen later on Tuesday. A similar accident happened in Bari, southern Italy, in February 2014 when a cleaner threw away an artwork by Sala Murat.

Summary: An art exhibit in Italy has been restored after it was mistakenly binned by a cleaner.


James Bolton's first goal for Gateshead looked like setting up a routine afternoon for the Heed after five minutes, but that lead lasted only a minute as Tobi Sho-Silva struck a quickfire equaliser with a drilled shot from 20 yards. The former Charlton forward added his second with a cool finish from close range after 11 minutes, before Joe Anderson made it 3-1 to the hosts with an opportunist strike nine minutes before the interval. Tempers frayed as the second half wore on, with both sides going down to 10 men as Manny Smith and Sho-Silva saw red for second yellow cards. Danny Johnson pulled one back for Gateshead from the spot with 10 minutes remaining, but it was too late to affect the outcome. Report supplied by the Press Association.

Summary: Bromley stunned high-flying Gateshead to secure their first National League win of the season with a 3-2 victory at Hayes Lane.


Beamish Museum is replicating an end of terrace shop from Bow Street in the town for its new 1950s attraction. A public vote is being held to decide whether it should be a hairdresser's, a toy shop and dolls' hospital or an electrical goods store. The Â£10.75m 1950s-style development will also include shops, a cinema, cafe, community centre and houses. People will be able to cast their vote during a series of events, starting on Tuesday at Captain Cook Square Shopping Centre. The decision will be announced at the museum during the October half-term holiday. Lisa Peacock, from Beamish, said: "This shop will be a replica of the one in Bow Street, Middlesbrough, so we wanted people from the town to choose what type of shop it will be. "We'd also love to hear people's memories of shopping in Middlesbrough during the 1950s and see any photographs they may have."

Summary: Middlesbrough residents are being asked to choose what a 1950s shop in a County Durham open air museum should "sell".


The coins were stolen on Wednesday 2 September from the National Museum of Scotland in Chambers Street. Police Scotland said the coins were of "great financial and historical value". Officers said the men in the pictures may be able to help them with their inquiries. Det Con Mark Seymour, of Police Scotland, said: "The stolen coins are of great financial and historical value, and any information which will assist the police inquiry would be greatly appreciated. "I would encourage the males in the images to come forward to police. "Similarly if anyone knows the males, or has any information to assist with the police investigation, I would urge them to contact police immediately."

Summary: Images of two men sought in connection with the theft of antique coins from an Edinburgh museum have been released by police.


The software fault is restricted to five-cylinder diesels from the 60 and 70 series constructed from the middle of 2015. Group spokesman Stefan Elfstrom told Associated Press the fault could be "unpleasant" for drivers. However, he said there had been no recorded accidents as a result. The glitch can shut down the engine and electrical system while the car is in motion, but Mr Elfstrom said they would then both restart immediately. The glitch had been reported by drivers of new Volvos who said the engine could cut out without warning, creating a brief absence of steering and braking. Almost half of the affected cars are in Sweden, but Britain and Germany are also key markets. The company says it will write to owners who can have the problem fixed at no cost at local dealerships.

Summary: Swedish carmaker Volvo is recalling 59,000 cars across 40 markets over a fault that can temporarily shut down the engine.


James McMahon, 37, from Cambuslang was on board the EasyJet flight to Alicante on Hogmanay. At Paisley Sheriff Court he denied the two charges against him and was released on bail. Mr McMahon had spent two nights in police custody following his arrest on 31 December. He denies being drunk on the flight, in beach of Sections 60 and 61 of the Civil Aviation Act 1982 and Articles 242(1) and 265(7) of The Air Navigation Order 2016. He also denies "interfering with the performance by a member of the crew of the aircraft" by repeatedly shouting and swearing and refusing "to desist or moderate [his] behaviour... whereby said aircraft required to return to Glasgow airport". Mr McMahon is expected to go on trial in April.

Summary: A man has appeared in court charged with forcing a flight to return to Glasgow Airport because of his behaviour.


The Carloway Mill employs 27 people and provides yarn to 30 weavers. A Chinese textile company invested in the business in 2013 but hopes of expanding into the Chinese market have not been realised. The mill's owners said the cost of its raw material had increased by 35% and weavers' wages had risen but the price of tweed had fallen by 10%. They added that the business had a full order book and would seek voluntary administration to give the site and its jobs some protection.

Summary: One of three Harris Tweed mills in Lewis could go into voluntary administration next week.


The 20-year-old Frenchman joined the club in July 2016 on a two-year deal, but did not play for the first team. He spent a period of the 2016-17 season on loan at National League North club Bishop's Stortford. Meanwhile, midfielder Rob Sinclair, who has made more than 100 appearances for the club, is among three other players who have been told they can leave. Frenchman Fabien Robert and striker Rhys Murphy have also not been given squad numbers and will train with Forest Green's academy while they look for new clubs.

Summary: Goalkeeper Simon Lefebvre has left Forest Green Rovers after his contract was cancelled by mutual consent.


The 79-year-old woman was struck by a black Peugeot 107 driving along Bury New Road, Heywood, Greater Manchester, towards Bury on Thursday. She suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment but died on Friday evening. The Peugeot driver did not sustain any injuries but she was treated for shock at the scene. Police appealed for information on the incident.

Summary: An elderly woman hit by a car has died of her injuries.


The victim, 65-year-old Nargess Sadjady, from West London, told the BBC that she was tricked into transferring Â£12,000 from her bank account. The recording - of three separate calls - was broadcast on Moneybox on Radio 4. The BBC understands one suspect has been arrested and interviewed, although no charges have yet been made. Further enquiries are now being conducted, but it is thought the enquiry may take some time. Mrs Sadjady later received her money back, after both Santander and the Halifax admitted errors in the way they handled the matter. Initially Mrs Sadjady was told that there was not enough evidence for the police to conduct an enquiry. However, after the BBC handed the recordings over, detectives agreed to re-examine the case.

Summary: Detectives investigating a suspected telephone fraud - a recording of which was broadcast by BBC News on Saturday - have made an arrest.


Madison Glinski raised the money for terminally ill children by playing her violin in her hometown of St Ives. She was nominated for a Young Fundraiser of the Year award and earlier this year her efforts were recognised by the prime minister. Madison handed over a cheque for £52,006 for the Little Harbour Children's Hospice in St Austell. She began fundraising in 2014 after making a new year's resolution and set an initial target of £500. "I love making music and sharing my music with other people," Madison said. "I do it because I enjoy helping other people - I get pleasure from seeing the smiles on children's faces."

Summary: A 10-year-old "super-busker" from Cornwall has presented a cheque for more than £50,000 to charity.


Rocking Horse Day Nursery in Warmley, near Bristol, had its eviction notice extended in October to allow for a search for a new site. But owner Julia Davies said 20 jobs and 70 nursery places were now at risk after a planning wrangle over an alternative site. South Gloucestershire Council said it had suggested other options and was supporting the nursery's search. The family-run nursery has operated out of its Grange School site for 25 years but the council wants the land back. It had wanted to build on land at the nearby Sir Bernard Lovell Sports Centre but says the council has refused the move due to concerns over parking. Mrs Davies said she was "devastated" at the news and "extremely disappointed to be back to square one". A spokesman for the council urged parents concerned about finding a new nursery place to contact them.

Summary: A nursery which was offered a stay of execution is once again facing closure.


They were among five girls who began to struggle in the water, close to Ross Rowing Club on Rope Walk, Ross-on-Wye at about 19:30 BST on Tuesday, West Midlands Ambulance Service said. Members of the rowing club helped rescue the girls, aged 15 and 17, who were checked by crews. The 17-year-old girl was was taken to hospital as a precaution. See more stories from across Hereford and Worcester here Ambulance service spokesman Murray MacGregor said: "Two members of Ross Rowing Club went into the water, while others used a rowing boat to get to the youngsters. "In the meantime, one of the club's rescue launches was also launched. "Three of the girls were able to get out of the water themselves. A 17-year-old girl was rescued from the side by the launch and a 15-year-old was rescued from the water by the rowing boat."

Summary: Two teenagers were rescued after getting into difficulty while swimming in the River Wye in Herefordshire.


Corr, 32, only made seven appearance for the U's this season because of an ongoing knee injury and is out-of-contract this summer. Forwards Ben Williamson and Joe Pigott, midfielders James Dunne, Conor Newton and Dylan Williams, and goalkeeper David Gregory are all leaving the club. Defender Mark Roberts, 33, is transfer-listed after 31 appearances in 2016-17. The U's have said they will continue to support former Southend forward Corr during his rehabilitation and "discussions regarding his future will take place in due course". On-loan Max Clark (Hull), Scott Wharton (Blackburn) and Gerry McDonagh (Nottingham Forest) have returned to their parent clubs.

Summary: Cambridge United will hold discussions with striker Barry Corr "in due course", but have released six players.


The 45-year-old victim was crossing Craigmillar Castle Road when she was grabbed by a man who brandished a knife at her and demanded money. The suspect escaped with her handbag, which contained a three-figure sum on money. He was last seen heading through a wooded area towards Craigmillar Castle. The incident happened at about 14:40 on Thursday. The attacker was described as white, with a slim build and about 5ft 5in to 5ft 6in tall. He had a local accent and was wearing a dark hooded top with the hood up and drawstring tied around face, and a black scarf covering his face. He was also wearing dark trousers and dark gloves. Police said his female victim had been upset but otherwise unharmed in the incident, and appealed for any witnesses to contact them.

Summary: A woman has been robbed at knifepoint while walking in Edinburgh.


David Jeffrey was able to collect Â£66,000 from the bank fraud over the course of a year. Jedburgh Sheriff Court heard that the 37-year-old opened the accounts at banks in the Scottish Borders between August 2014 and August 2015. He was sentenced to 28 months in prison after admitting the charges. Det Con Angus Hood, from Police Scotland's financial investigations unit, said: "The police investigation revealed that David Jeffrey carried out a calculated fraudulent scheme over a period of one year allowing him to obtain funds totalling over Â£60,000. "His conviction should send a clear message that we will pursue all lines of inquiry to ensure that the perpetrators of fraud are brought to account for their actions."

Summary: A man who obtained tens of thousands of pounds by opening multiple bank accounts in different names has been jailed.


51-year-old Anita Downey's body was discovered in a house in the Toberhewney Hall area of Lurgan at about 02:50 GMT on Friday. A post mortem examination was due to take place on Saturday. DUP MLA Carla Lockhart said it was "very alarming news". "My sympathies are with the family of the deceased," she said. "The police are treating this as a murder investigation and therefore I would encourage anyone who has any information to come forward to the PSNI." Police forensic officers are carrying out an examination of the house where the woman's body was discovered in the early hours of Friday morning. The entire front of the semi-detached property in Toberhewney Hall has been sealed off while investigations are carried out. A glass panel in a front downstairs window appears to have been smashed. It is a quiet residential area close to the local high school in the town.

Summary: Police investigating the murder of a woman in County Armagh have been given extra time to question a 51-year-old man.


Pay rates for cleaners, whose numbers have been slashed in recent years, remain frozen at 2012 rates. The United Voice union said the low pay rates were particularly hard to take in light of revelations about MPs abusing taxpayer-funded expenses. Former lower house speaker Bronwyn Bishop resigned earlier this month because of her use of expenses. The union is pushing for a pay increase of A$1.80 per hour, bringing pay rates up to A$22.90 ($16.90, Â£10.80) per hour. Last year, changes introduced by the Abbott government pushed pay rates for full time contract cleaners who work in government offices back to 2012 levels, said the union. "The Coalition's treatment of government cleaners is unfair and unwarranted," union representative Lyndal Ryan said in a press release. "Frankly, it's not a good look ... Self-indulgence and waste of taxpayers' money could not be more stark," said Ms Ryan.

Summary: Australian federal parliament cleaners have launched a week-long strike in a bid for higher pay.


Francis Carolan, 42, was found fatally injured on the landing of flats where he lived in Dundasvale Court, Cowcaddens, at 21:10 on Monday. Two people were reported to have been involved in a disturbance before Mr Carolan was found. He was treated by paramedics but died at the scene. Police have appealed for witnesses to get in touch. Det Insp Mark Henderson said: "It would appear that there was a disturbance in a flat on the fifth floor of 8 Dundasvale Court involving two people which spilled on to the landing. It's there that the man sustained a fatal injury. "Officers are still at the scene and carrying out door-to-door inquiries in the area. "I would ask anyone who has information that will help the police investigation to contact Stewart Street Police Office."

Summary: Police have released the name of a man whose death at a block of flats in Glasgow is being treated as suspicious.


Lawyers acting for the club had pleaded with the court to give it more time to pay the outstanding Â£50,000 to HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). They said the sale of one of the club's star players was expected to generate Â£20,000 within the next two weeks. But HMRC pressed on with the winding up petition with the club being described as "plainly insolvent" by the court. The court heard Ilkeston Town's chairman, Gary Hodder, was negotiating with investors interested in purchasing the Blue Square Bet North club. It also argued that it could afford to pay off its tax debt by instalments of Â£1,000 a month from income from the start of the season. After a two-minute hearing, court registrar Christine Derrett sealed the club's fate when she said: "I'm sorry, the company is plainly insolvent and I therefore make the final compulsory order."

Summary: Ilkeston Town Football Club has been wound up by the High Court over an unpaid tax bill.


The 40-year-old was thrown out of a pub before being struck in Cheadle in Stockport, Greater Manchester, at about 19:50 GMT on Boxing Day. He was found in the middle of High Street with head and chest injuries. He is in a stable condition in hospital. The driver of the silver A-Class Mercedes drove off when the man "became free", police said. Appealing for information, PC Paul Joynson said: "We know the man had been drinking in the nearby George and Dragon pub... and that he had been ejected from the premises, though it is not thought at this stage to be linked to the collision."

Summary: A pedestrian has been dragged underneath a car for about 60m (200ft) after being hit by the driver.


The acquisition of Arden Asset Management will boost its hedge fund unit's assets from $2bn to $11bn. The deal follows Aberdeen's acquisition in May of US private equity firm Flag Capital Management. The two deals combined will take assets on Aberdeen's alternatives platform to more than $30bn. The value of the Arden acquisition was not disclosed. The Arden purchase is expected to complete in the fourth quarter of this year, subject to approval by regulators, trustees and shareholders of certain mutual funds. Aberdeen chief executive Martin Gilbert said: "Institutional investors are looking to hedge fund solutions to offer risk/return profiles not available via mainstream strategies and traditional asset classes. "The acquisition of Arden emphasises further Aberdeen's commitment to diversifying its overall business and to growing its alternatives platform."

Summary: Aberdeen Asset Management has agreed to buy a US hedge fund investor as part of a drive to strengthen its alternative product offering.


The body of 25-year-old Conall Kerrigan from Claudy was discovered in Bank Place at around 22:20 BST on Sunday. The police are treating his death as "unexplained." They have appealed for anyone who may have seen him after he left the Metro Bar early on Sunday morning to contact them. They also want to hear from people who may have noticed a fight on the city walls near the Millennium Forum. The 25-year-old's cousin Aaron Kerrigan said he looked on him as a brother. "If you look at his photos - just every single one of them he's smiling," he said. "That's what he epitomised. He could bring a smile to anybody's face just by a look or a word. "He was somebody I looked up to. It's just really difficult."

Summary: The family of a man found dead in County Londonderry last night have said they are devastated at his death.


The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) confirmed that Liam Kerr, 19, died on Thursday. He had been in hospital since an incident on 13 January. A second inmate, Robert Wagstaff, 18, died on Sunday. A spokesman for the SPS said there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding either of the deaths and reports would be sent to the procurator fiscal. He added that their next of kin have been informed and fatal accident inquiries may be held in due course. Both men were serving sentences at the young offenders institution near Falkirk after being convicted at Paisley Sheriff Court last year.

Summary: Two teenage inmates at Polmont Young Offenders Institution have died within days of each other.


The alleged incident happened at about 16:30 on Friday when a number of males were seen in fields east of the town with two lurcher-type dogs. Police said the 13-year-old would be reported to the Children's Reporter. Sgt Stuart Aitchison, of Dalkeith police station, said: "We recognise the impact that hare coursing has on rural communities and remain committed to investigating all reports of this." Anyone with information should contact police.

Summary: A 13-year-old boy has been charged over hare coursing in Dalkeith.


Mark Anderson is alleged to have repeatedly struck 49-year-old Nigel Poustie on the head and body with an unknown implement on Monday. Prosecutors allege he then exposed Mr Poustie to burning liquid or steam on his head and body, causing him to die from his injuries. Mr Poustie was found seriously injured in Charleston Drive on Monday evening. He died the following day in Ninewells Hospital. Mr Anderson, from Dundee, is also accused of being concerned in the supply of diazepam on 1 July. He made no plea or declaration during a private hearing at Dundee Sheriff Court before Sheriff Alastair Brown and was remanded in custody ahead of a second appearance next week.

Summary: A 50-year-old man has appeared in court accused of killing another man in Dundee.


The gang struck at Coggeshall, near Braintree in Essex, at about 03:10 BST and used chains to rip the ATM out of the wall of McColls in Church Street. The five-men fled in a blue Land Rover and silver Jeep when police arrived. They headed towards Tiptree pursued by police but later abandoned their vehicles in a field. An extensive search for the suspects was conducted but they were not found. The men were described as white and aged in their 20s. The incident was the latest in a spate of 10 other ATM raids in the county so far this year. Enquiries are continuing and officers ask anyone with information to call Essex Police.

Summary: Balaclava-clad thieves were forced to leave a cash point machine in the road in a village after they were interrupted by police.


The Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library said it was investigating the "misuse" of computers, after a child spotted someone viewing the images. "Clearly we don't want this type of content being viewed at our libraries," a spokesman for Norfolk County Council's library service said. "We are always grateful to library users who report misuse." The spokesman said the images were viewed via social media sites, which unlike other websites were not blocked by a filtering product. "The huge majority of our computer users greatly value access to social media sites and use our computers appropriately," he said. "Put simply, it is a choice of allowing access to social media sites or banning them altogether."

Summary: A library has banned three people suspected of using its computers to look at pornography.


Prop Murray McCallum ploughed through from close range on 17 minutes but Italy hit back to lead 7-5 at the half-time interval. Winger Robbie Nairn galloped 60 metres to touch down, with full-back Blair Kinghorn and back-row Ally Miller making sure of a bonus point. Giovanni Licata, Daniele Rimpelli and Pierre Bruno were Italy's try-scorers. Fly-half Adam Hastings knocked over two conversions and a penalty as Scotland moved into second place in Pool B behind England. However, they are unlikely to progress to the semi-finals as the best runner-up from the three sections and are facing the play-offs for places five to eight. It is the first time the Scots have won two group games at the tournament after opening with a win over Australia and suffering a heavy loss to England.

Summary: Scotland ran in four tries to beat Italy 27-19 at the World Rugby U20 Championship in Manchester.


The midfielder was substituted on 75 minutes as he appeared to be struggling and walked straight down the tunnel. "Let's wait for tomorrow but he needed to play," Mourinho told MUTV. United host Crystal Palace on the final day of the Premier League season on Sunday before facing Ajax in the Europa League final in Stockholm on 24 May. Mourinho, who briefly talked to Fellaini before he went down the tunnel, added: "Fellaini has a bad feeling, he doesn't think it is a tear. "A feeling in a hamstring is always something to be worried about." The Belgian, 29, was playing his first Premier League game since serving a three-match suspension after being sent off for headbutting Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero. Fellaini could be the latest player to join United's long list of absentees for next week's final, which includes Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Marcos Rojo, Luke Shaw and Ashley Young.

Summary: Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says Marouane Fellaini "felt his hamstring" in their goalless draw with Southampton on Wednesday.


Holly Clyburn and Jodi Ewart Shadoff defeated Cristie Kerr and Lexi Thompson - the world number four - 2&1. Then Charley Hull and Melissa Reid beat Gerina Piller and world number eight Stacy Lewis by the same score in the eight-team tournament. "I just love playing in this kind of environment, especially when you are a bit of an underdog," Hull said. Thailand and Japan make up the other teams in pool B while Chinese Taipei, Australia, South Korea and China are in pool A. We've launched a new BBC Sport newsletter, bringing all the best stories, features and video right to your inbox. You can sign up here.

Summary: England twice beat hosts United States to top pool B on day one of the UL International Crown in Chicago.


Natural Resources Minister Carl Sargeant has imposed a moratorium on underground coal gasification (UCG). Mr Sargeant said this forms part of a "precautionary approach" towards the development of unconventional oil and gas resources, which includes a temporary ban on fracking. Any council not proposing to refuse an application must refer it to ministers. Mr Sargeant said: "The direction has been issued to require that any planning application connected to the gasification of coal must be referred to Welsh ministers where local planning authorities are minded to approve them." It applies to any onshore application registered on or after 25 March and Mr Sargeant said it was to "avoid any ambiguity". A study by Duke University in the US suggested synthetic natural gas emits seven times more greenhouse gases than natural gas and almost twice as much carbon as a coal plant.

Summary: A ban on chemically transforming underground coal into synthetic natural gas has been imposed.


The world number two will now face Canadian fourth seed Milos Raonic, who he beat in the Wimbledon final in July. The Scot, who served 10 aces, will attempt to stretch his career-best winning streak to 22 matches. "I knew that coming straight from the Olympics I was going to be tired but I've still managed to win," he said. "I played the big points well and that was the difference. That comes from winning big matches and making better decisions." In the other semi-final Croatian 12th seed Marin Cilic will face unseeded Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov.

Summary: Olympic champion Andy Murray beat Australia's Bernard Tomic 6-4 6-4 to reach the Cincinnati Masters semi-finals.


Nick Ray set off on the 2,015-mile trip in May and took more than four months to finish the challenge. The 51-year-old started at Kippford on the Solway Firth and travelled clockwise before finishing in Eyemouth in the Borders. He visited 47 lifeboat stations on the journey and hoped to raise thousands of pounds for the RNLI. Mr Ray, who lives in a yacht in a marina at the Isle of Kerrara, near Oban, said his trip had been inspired by Brian Wilson's account of his solo sea kayak journey around Scotland in the 1980s. He tweeted that it had been a "privilege" to raise funds for the RNLI with the trip and thanked everyone for their "words of congratulations".

Summary: A solo kayaker has completed his trip around all of Scotland's lifeboat stations to raise money for charity.


Armagh must make the trip to Westmeath while Cavan are at home to Tipperary. Monaghan were beaten by Down in the Ulster semi-finals on Saturday while Wexford saw off Limerick in the first round of qualifiers. McEnaney guided Monaghan to the 2007 and 2010 Ulster finals, losing to Tyrone on both occasions. Monaghan will be favourites to get past Wexford despite playing away, while Armagh should fancy their chances of seeing off a Westmeath team heavily beaten by Dublin at Croke Park on Sunday. Wexford and Westmeath were promoted from Division Four of the Football League earlier this year.

Summary: Wexford manager Seamus McEnaney will face his old county Monaghan in the second round of the All-Ireland Championship qualifiers.


The South Africa international, 24, last month announced he was returning to his homeland to become a commercial director. Racing now say they are launching proceedings and the player will have to "answer in court". Utility back Goosen was voted the Top 14's player of the year last season after helping Racing to the title. In a statement, Racing say the player remained "tied to the club by a four-year employment contract". The club want to reclaim advances they say were paid to Goosen for the use of his image rights, as well as compensation for him not fulfilling his contract. Goosen has won 13 caps for South Africa, most recently starting at full-back in his team's 27-13 defeat by Wales in November.

Summary: Racing 92 are taking legal action against Johan Goosen after the player quit the French club to change career.


The woman was assaulted in Christchurch Road, Boscombe, near the Royal Arcade and Aldi supermarket between 03:45 and 04:15 GMT on Thursday, Dorset Police said. The attacker has been described as black and 5ft 6in tall. A 23-year-old man from Southwark, London has been released on police bail pending further enquiries. Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Det Con Neil Third said: "I know members of the public often travel through the precinct at the time of the reported incident and I would urge anyone who saw a man matching the description given to please call 101."

Summary: A man has been man arrested after a woman was raped in a shopping precinct in Bournemouth.


The 23-year-old, who played 27 times on loan at Coventry last term, made one Cherries appearance this season - in the Premier League draw with Everton. He joins after an injury to Alex Lynch at Plymouth, which meant 46-year-old Barry Richardson went in goal. Meanwhile, defender Jason McCarthy has extended his loan from Southampton to the end of the season. The 20-year-old has appeared 20 times for the Chairboys since joining in October. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Wycombe Wanderers have signed Bournemouth goalkeeper Ryan Allsop on loan until the end of the season.


Tarus, 27, currently plays for French side Beziers in the country's second division and has 16 caps for Romania. The front row forward, who played twice in the 2015 World Cup against Ireland and Canada, will join a Sale team that is 10th in the Premiership. "Alexandru is a great signing for us. He can play on both sides of the scrum, although he is a specialist tighthead," director of Rugby Steve Diamond said. Tarus is Sale's fourth new signing in the past two months after Glasgow Warriors forward Josh Strauss and Bristol duo Will Cliff and Marc Jones all agreed moves for next season.

Summary: Sale Sharks have signed Romania prop Alexandru Tarus on a two-year contract.


Former Watford and Middlesbrough striker Wilkinson, 51, finished his playing career, in which he played more than 650 games, with the Cobblers. Since then, has held a number of coaching roles, including a spell as assistant boss at Sheffield Wednesday. "I know Paul very well and he'll prove a really good addition to the staff," said Page, who was appointed in May. "He has plenty of experience, both as a player and a coach, and I am sure the players will enjoy working with him."

Summary: Northampton Town have named Barnsley under-21 coach Paul Wilkinson as assistant to new manager Rob Page.


Lesley Hayward was given a four-month sentence, suspended for a year, at Reading Magistrates' Court last month. Hayward, 63, who sat as an independent on Wokingham Borough Council, had told the authorities she lived alone when she actually lived with her partner. Under Electoral Commission rules, by-election proceedings for the Bulmershe and Whitegates Ward have begun. Hayward admitted two counts of knowingly failing to declare a change in circumstances to the council and the Department for Work and Pensions, and one of making a false statement to obtain Pension Credit. A council spokeswoman said although Hayward had previously indicated that she would resign, she did not submit a resignation in writing and so was automatically disqualified from the authority.

Summary: A councillor who fraudulently obtained almost Â£45,000 in benefits has been disqualified from her seat.


A regular in the Premier League club's Under-21 side, Kinsella, 21, has been in a number of matchday squads but has not yet played in the first team. He made his professional debut during a three-game loan spell in League Two with Luton Town last season. Kinsella is set to be available for Harriers' next six matches. Meanwhile, midfielder Kenny Digie has signed an 18-month contract at Aggborough. Harriers are currently 23rd in the National League table, nine points adrift of safety with 14 games to go.

Summary: Aston Villa left-back Lewis Kinsella has joined National League strugglers Kidderminster Harriers on a month-long loan deal.


The bridge will connect the Princes Quay shopping centre with the Marina. Work is expected to start next year. A lane in both directions will be closed until 9 December. Highways England said it would allow contractors to safely investigate "around the location of the new bridge". Lanes will be closed between the exit and entry slip roads at Mytongate Gyratory, at the Ferensway junction, to allow contractors to dig bore holes in the centre of the roundabout, a spokesperson said. The ground investigation work is due to finish by the end of January while the bridge is expected to be completed by Easter the following year in time for the port's 2017 City of Culture celebrations. Project manager Jimmy Holmes said: "We will work hard to keep disruption to a minimum and thank drivers and residents for their patience while we carry out this work."

Summary: A lane of the A63 in Hull is to be closed overnight for a ground survey to start ahead of the construction of a multimillion-pound footbridge.


Philip Temple, 66, of no fixed address, is alleged to have abused 12 victims between 1971 and 1998. The offences are alleged to have taken place in children's care homes managed by Wandsworth Council, Lambeth Council and Christ the King Monastery in Southgate, Enfield. Mr Temple was also charged with two counts of perjury. The charges were brought as part of Operation Trinity, which was launched after two allegations of abuse were reported to police in November 2012. Mr Temple appeared at Bromley Magistrates' Court on Wednesday. He was remanded in custody to appear at Croydon Crown Court in April.

Summary: A man has been charged with 27 counts of sexual assault against children in care homes and a monastery.


Media playback is not supported on this device Pearson has won 12 Paralympic medals, including 10 golds, in four Games. The 42-year-old needs two more golds to overtake wheelchair racer Tanni Grey-Thompson as Britain's most successful Paralympian of the modern era. "I am so proud and honoured to be the flagbearer for such a talented, strong and passionate group," he said. "Being a diverse character myself means being voted by the athletes themselves has made this even more special." ParalympicsGB chef de mission Penny Briscoe said Pearson had been "a cornerstone" of the equestrian team since the 2000 Games in Sydney. "The team will be proud to march out behind him," she added. Media playback is not supported on this device

Summary: Equestrian rider Lee Pearson will carry the flag for Great Britain during Wednesday's opening ceremony of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.


Police said the officers were on routine patrol at about 1010 BST on Wednesday when the device was thrown. None of the officers - from the PSNI's neighbourhood team - were injured. District Commander, Chief Supt Alasdair Robinson said it was "a mindless attack on police officers just trying to do their jobs". "It is by sheer good fortune that one of those officers was not killed or seriously injured," he added. "Earlier this week we launched the policing commitments, our pledge to communities about what they can expect from us. "Those officers were out on the streets delivering on that pledge, providing people with the kind of community based policing service they want."

Summary: A blast bomb has been thrown at a police foot patrol in the Meadowbrook area of Craigavon.


Officers were called to Donkey Hill in St Ann's at about 15:50 BST on Tuesday after reports of a dispute outside a takeaway and a loud bang. Nottinghamshire Police want to speak to a man seen on CCTV who may have an injured foot and the occupants of a blue Ford Focus. Thorneywood Mount was closed for more than 20 hours while forensics officers examined the scene. Det Insp Mike Allen said: "Despite no-one being found injured at the scene, extensive CCTV inquiries indicate that someone was hurt - although the injuries are not believed to be life-threatening - and we are in the process of trying to trace the victim."

Summary: A shot was fired during a dispute on a Nottingham street, police have said.


Mr Turnbull arrived in Washington after meeting Australian troops in Iraq and Afghanistan over the weekend. Australia is the second-largest contributor of military forces in the fight against the IS group. It recently declined a request from the US to increase its troop deployment. As they went into talks in the Oval Office on Tuesday, Mr Obama said they would discuss "how we can strengthen our co-operation both in Syria and Iraq but also countering violent extremism globally". "Australia will be a very important partner in that process." The trip is Mr Turnbull's first official visit to Washington since taking office in September. "The prosperity of the world and security of the world was founded on the peace and order in the Asia Pacific... underwritten by the United States and its allies," Mr Turnbull said.

Summary: US President Barack Obama and Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull have discussed the "tumour" of Islamic State (IS) extremism in talks at the White House.


The 100m breaststroke world record holder, 22, will defend his title when the Championships start on 14 July. Fellow Rio 2016 medallists Jazz Carlin, James Guy, Stephen Milne, Siobhan-Marie O'Connor, Duncan Scott and Chris Walker-Hebborn also make the team. "It's a good balance between youth and senior," said British Swimming head coach Bill Furniss. The team has been announced following the British Swimming Championships in Sheffield last week. Men: Nick Grainger, Luke Greenbank, James Guy, Calum Jarvis, Daniel Jervis, Max Litchfield, Stephen Milne, Ross Murdoch, Adam Peaty, Ben Proud, Duncan Scott, Mark Szaranek, Chris Walker-Hebborn, James Wilby Women: Freya Anderson, Charlotte Atkinson, Jazz Carlin, Georgia Davies, Kathleen Dawson, Holly Hibbott, Hannah Miley, Siobhan-Marie O'Connor, Molly Renshaw, Rosie Rudin, Alys Thomas, Jocelyn Ulyett, Sarah Vasey, Aimee Willmott, Abbie Wood

Summary: Olympic champion Adam Peaty is in a 29-strong British Swimming team for this year's World Championships in Hungary.


The goal came after just seven minutes in Valencia after great link-up play between Helen Richardson-Walsh, Sophie Bray and goalscorer Lily Owsley. Great Britain had chances to double their lead but were denied by Germany goalkeeper Kristina Reynolds. And GB goalkeeper Maddie Hinch made a number of late saves. She said: "Words can't really describe the feeling. To reach a final and book a spot at Rio, we can't be happier." Owsley's first goal in the competition ensured Danny Kerry's side remain unbeaten in the World League and will face China in Sunday's final. "For 15 minutes we were awesome. After that we won ugly," Kerry said. The top three teams in the World League qualify for next year's Olympics and by winning the semi-final it guaranteed GB's passage to Rio.

Summary: Great Britain's women have qualified for the 2016 Rio Olympics after beating Germany 1-0 in the semi-finals of hockey's World League.


The 41-year-old woman, from Cambridge, was charged with two counts of fraud by abuse of position. Cambridgeshire Police said she was arrested on suspicion of theft from an employer following a report from Pembroke College. The woman, who has been bailed, is also charged with stealing more than £3,000 from Girton Social Club. She has also been charged with one count of false accounting. The woman is expected to appear before magistrates in Cambridge on 1 December.

Summary: A Cambridge University employee has been charged with stealing more than £285,000 from a college.


Robert Dawson, a former detective sergeant, had been investigating a rape allegation in 2010 when he began "an inappropriate relationship" with a "vulnerable victim", the Met said. A misconduct panel found his behaviour breached standards of "respect, courtesy duties and responsibilities". He was dismissed without notice following a hearing on Wednesday. The panel concluded the former detective's actions breached the Met's code of professional standards "in such a serious way" that it amounted to gross misconduct. Mr Dawson, who was attached to the specialist crime and operations team, had been found not guilty of wilfully neglecting to perform duty and wilfully behaving with misconduct at Southwark Crown Court on 12 June last year.

Summary: A Met Police officer has been sacked for having sex with a vulnerable rape victim whose case he was investigating.


Armed police and specialist officers were called to a flat in Alexandra Road, Blackpool at about 15:20 GMT following reports a man had a weapon. A woman was taken to hospital with a minor head injury. The man left the flat voluntarily and is being held in custody for questioning. A Lancashire Police spokeswoman said: "Specialist officers negotiated with a 43-year old-man in a flat for around five hours before he voluntarily left the flat. "A weapon has been recovered." A cordon had been placed on either side of Alexandra Road while negotiations took place. Neighbours reported a heavy police presence, saying the road was cordoned off but that some residents were later escorted back to their homes. Ann-Marie Farren, from Alexandra Road, said: "I was driving home from work and saw dozens of police cars."

Summary: A 43-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a woman was injured during a five-hour stand-off with police in Lancashire.


Ashley Broomhall's Ben Nevis trek will raise money for Cancer Research UK. Mr Broomhall, a member of Star Wars costuming club the 501st UK Garrison, set himself the peak challenge after his mother was diagnosed with cancer. He has already done a walk up the 1,335ft (407m) hill The Wrekin in Shropshire in his stormtrooper kit. To further prepare for his 4,406ft (1,344m) hike to the summit of Ben Nevis, he also plans to walk to the top of 3,560ft (1,085m) Snowdon. The UK Garrison was created in 2000. Its members attend events across the UK dressed in "movie accurate" costumes to raise money for charity. The newest movie in the Star Wars franchise, whose best-known characters include Darth Vader, Obi Wan Kenobi, Han Solo and Chewbacca, is due to be released in cinemas in December.

Summary: A Star Wars fan is to attempt to walk to the summit of Britain's highest mountain while dressed in his Imperial stormtrooper armour.


The 22-year-old has agreed a three-year contract at the County Ground, having played 36 games for the League One club during a loan spell last season. He was initially sent back from his season-long loan last October after paying a £50 fine for turning up late to training in one pence pieces. After apologising, he resumed his spell, which ended in March through injury. Vigouroux began his career at Tottenham Hotspur before moving to Anfield in 2014. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Swindon Town have signed Liverpool's Chilean goalkeeper Lawrence Vigouroux for an undisclosed fee.


Flames and smoke were seen coming out of the building, which houses three restaurants, in Albert Square at about 13:00 GMT. Investigations were carried out to make sure the fire had not spread to the other restaurants' kitchens that share the same extraction duct. A Greater Manchester Fire spokesman said the response had been scaled down. Station Manager Gary Jarvis urged people to stay away from the area. "It is a busy part of Manchester, as it's at the heart of the city, but because we have quite a bit of smoke issuing from the roof, we would encourage people to avoid the area if possible and to keep their windows closed."

Summary: About 60 firefighters have been tackling a fire in a restaurant kitchen in Manchester city centre.


The 25-year-old, from North Ormesby, was shaping metal when a part from the press fell on his foot on 17 March. Teesside Magistrates' Court heard that SM Thompson Limited, of Middlesbrough, had allowed dangerous lifting practices to go unchecked over 10 years. The firm admitted a Health and Safety Executive (HSE) breach and was fined Â£7,500. It must also pay Â£1,120 costs. The hearing heard how the worker had to have the big toe on his left foot amputated and two other toes removed. He was in hospital for seven days but has since returned to work, the hearing heard. HSE inspector Paul Wilson said: "This worker's injuries need not have happened. "The failure of SM Thompson to look properly at the risks involved and then organise the lifting operation properly put staff at needless risk. "This sadly led to the painful and life-changing injuries suffered by this young man."

Summary: A Teesside steel firm has been fined after a worker was crushed by a press and had to have three toes amputated.


Dame Katherine - Great Britain's most decorated female Olympian - retired from rowing after winning a medal at a fifth Games last summer. She has Maryculter links and did much of her training in the north east. Footballer Kim Little, who was born in Aberdeen and attended Mintlaw Academy, was a London 2012 Olympian. They will get honorary degrees. They are among 12 people selected, also including Sir Moir Lockhead - the former chief executive of Aberdeen-based FirstGroup - and former Lord Provost George Adam. Prof Sir Ian Diamond, principal and vice-chancellor of the university, said: "Our honorary graduates have achieved so much in their fields while making a significant contribution to society, and I am delighted to welcome these talented and successful individuals to the university family. "They provide an inspirational example to our graduates as they move onto a new chapter in their careers."

Summary: Olympians Dame Katherine Grainger and Kim Little are to be honoured by the University of Aberdeen next week.


The game had to be postponed on 25 November only 90 minutes before the scheduled kick-off because the Kingspan Stadium pitch was frozen. Ulster will face Zebre in Italy on Sunday, 26 February and then take on the Pro12's other Italian club Treviso on 3 March at Kingspan Stadium. Zebre were hammered 70-6 by Leinster at the RDS last weekend. The bottom club have lost 10 of their 11 games this season, with their sole victory coming away to Edinburgh in late October. Ulster, after leading the table following five opening wins, have dropped to sixth spot after suffering five defeats in their last seven games. Overall. Ulster have lost seven of their last 11 games in all competitions.

Summary: Ulster's Pro12 home game against bottom club Zebre has been re-arranged for Saturday, 11 March.


Leading with an article about a 150,000 strong women's rights march, the Express accidentally used a male symbol instead of a female symbol. Social media users were quick to spot the mistake. The paper - a free daily newspaper published by the Washington Post - was quick to apologise on its Twitter account. One commentator referred to the blunder as a "record for largest typo". "We made a mistake on our cover this morning and we're very embarrassed," the statement from the Washington Post Express read. "We erroneously used a male symbol instead of a female symbol." It also released an image of how the cover should have appeared. Written by Chris Bell, UGC & Social News team

Summary: The Washington Post Express has apologised for an "embarrassing" mix-up on its front cover.


This macaque monkey won world-wide fame in 2011, when she got hold of a photographer's equipment, and took her own selfie. But it led to a row over who owned the photograph. Knowing who owns the photo is important, because it affects copyright. Copyright protects the photo under law, so that people can't use it without the owner's permission. Some people said that they could use the picture without anyone's permission, because it was taken by a monkey - not a person. But the photographer, David Slater, argued that the photo was his, because it was his equipment. Now an American Judge has decided that the monkey doesn't own the photograph. Even though animals are protected by the law like people are, he said that it doesn't mean that they can own things under the law as well.

Summary: A court in America has decided that this monkey doesn't legally own the photo that she took of herself.


Nicholas Salvador, of Gilda Avenue, Enfield, is accused of killing Ms Silva, who was found in a garden behind a house in Nightingale Road, Edmonton, on Thursday. Mr Salvador is also charged with assaulting a police officer. His case is currently being heard at Highbury Corner Magistrates' Court. Police had found Ms Silva's body after being called to the area following reports that an animal had been attacked. Officers evacuated nearby homes before the suspect was Tasered. One officer suffered a broken wrist. Mr Salvador was taken to hospital and kept under police guard before being questioned by officers and charged on Friday. Neighbours have paid tribute to Ms Silva, an Italian widow who ran a cafe in Church Street, near Edmonton Green station. Sylvia Lewis said: "She was a lovely lady, she didn't have a bad bone in her body."

Summary: A 25-year-old man has been charged with the murder of 82-year-old grandmother Palmira Silva, who was killed in a suspected beheading in north London.


The 'Poppies: Weeping Window' installation is at St Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall until June to remember 100 years since the Battle of Jutland. More than 6,000 British personnel and 2,500 Germans died in the battle in the North Sea in 1916. Most of the British ships were stationed at Scapa Flow. The sculpture was created by artist Paul Cummins and designer Tom Piper. It was originally installed at the Tower of London in 2014, where 888,246 poppies were displayed, one to honour every death in the British and colonial forces between 1914 and 1918. The battle, which was fought near the coast of Denmark's Jutland Peninsula, involved about 250 ships. The war at sea: 1914-18

Summary: A display of thousands of ceramic poppies has been installed in Orkney as part of war commemorations.


Mr Melenchon, of the Left party (PG - Parti de Gauche), said the means of production, trade and consumption must be changed, and cited climate change as one of his concerns. He said: "This is a tremendous opportunity to loose the bonds that paralyse us today." Mr Melenchon made an unsuccessful bid for the French presidency in 2012. He received 11% of the votes, putting him in fourth place. He is a former senator and currently serves as an MEP. 2012 profile: Melenchon harks back to the Revolution The current president, the Socialist Party's Francoise Hollande, has not yet confirmed whether he will seek a second term. It is expected that Marine Le Pen of the National Front will run.

Summary: The French left-wing politician Jean-Luc Melenchon has announced he will stand for president in spring 2017.


Akosua Puni Essien reportedly paid 237,000 euros (£206,000) at an auction for the bankrupt club. "The new owner and her team wish to make both the first team and the youth team grow," the club said. "They will put their efforts into creating conditions to take the team back to Serie B and to develop the club's young talents." Puni Essien describes herself as a "businesswoman, consultant, philanthropist and mother of three lovely kids" on her Twitter feed. Former Chelsea and Real Madrid star Michael Essien, 34, played for Greek club Panathinaikos last season and joined Indonesia's Persib Bandung on Monday. Como have had several short stints in Serie A, the longest being from 1984 to 1989 and the most recent in 2002-03 when they were relegated after one season. They were relegated to the fifth tier in 2005 after a previous bankruptcy.

Summary: The wife of former Ghana midfielder Michael Essien has bought Italian third tier team Como, the club has revealed.


The condition of those injured in the crash, which happened in Battersea at about 10:30 GMT, has not been confirmed. Road closures are in place. Four ambulance crews were sent to the scene, near the junction of Kirtling Street and Battersea Park Road, along with the air ambulance. The car's 35 year-old driver has been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving. Seven people were treated in hospital following the crash. Five people were treated for minor injuries while two remain in hospital. Their condition is unclear. In a statement the London Ambulance Service said: "We sent a paramedic on a motorcycle, four ambulance crews, an advanced paramedic and an incident response officer to the scene alongside our hazardous area response team. London's Air Ambulance was also dispatched. "We treated six patients at the scene and took them to hospital."

Summary: Six people were injured when a Ferrari 458 Speciale hit them in south London.


It follows a profit warning from the Fife-based company, issued last year, after a number of shops and financial sector customers deferred orders. However, Havelock said a number of its divisions were seeing improvement. In healthcare it said it had won its first two significant orders, which will be supplied mostly during 2015. The firm which is headquartered in Dalgety Bay said in retail it was "developing new customer relationships from which we expect to benefit during the coming year". And as expected it said education activity was "beginning to show signs of recovery" with an order book of Â£25m compared with Â£14m last year. Last May, Havelock Europa announced the resignation of its group finance director. It said the search for a new chief executive was beginning.

Summary: The shop and office fitting firm, Havelock Europa, has announced its chief executive, Eric Prescott, is to step down sometime this year.


The site is home to rugby league side Leeds Rhinos, rugby union side Yorkshire Carnegie and Yorkshire County Cricket Club. The cricket club will receive the money, subject to planning approval, for the stand which will face both the cricket ground and rugby pitch. The stadium hopes to host matches in the 2019 Cricket World Cup. Capacity at the cricket ground would increase to about 18,500 after the building of the new three-tiered stand, according to the council's report. Councillor Richard Lewis said: "Yorkshire and cricket are practically synonymous and Headingley rolls off the tongue of people worldwide when discussing some of the great international cricket matches." The award is subject to planning approval the council said, but if granted it is hoped the stand will be completed by April 2019.

Summary: A grant of £4m towards a new £28.5m stand at Headingley stadium has been agreed by Leeds City Council.


The 24-year-old was tackled by Didier Ndong and immediately dropped to the turf wincing in pain before being carried off with his leg in a brace. "It is an ankle injury but we can't say any more until we see a scan," said Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. "Roberto Firmino also got a knock on the calf but it should not be serious." Ex-Arsenal defender Martin Keown said on Final Score: "It's not looking good for Coutinho. "He was writhing in agony and waved at the bench straight away. It looks like a really bad injury." Brazilian Coutinho has been in superb form for Jurgen Klopp's side this season scoring five league goals and six assists in the Premier League.

Summary: Liverpool forward Philippe Coutinho could face a lengthy spell out after being taken off on a stretcher during the 2-0 win against Sunderland.


The event is to run from 29 September to 2 October at Eden Court in Inverness and could attract as many as 3,000 people. Organisers said knitting experts and enthusiasts from 19 countries had registered to attend. Since the first announcement of the event last year, knitters have been making woollen Loch Ness Monsters. The knitted Nessie creations have been sent to the festival's organisers from all over the world to help mark the holding of the inaugural event. The festival will feature knitting-themed exhibitions, lectures, film screenings, fashion shows and workshops.

Summary: Final preparations are being made for the inaugural Inverness Loch Ness International Knitting Festival.


The incident - involving a 28-year-old woman - happened near the bowling club in the Moray town's Cooper Park in the early hours of Sunday. Officers want to trace four men who were in the area at the time. They also want to speak to a man who was walking a dog nearby at the time, and a two men who were approached by the woman in a distressed state. Det Sgt Kerry Rigg said: "While the woman was not injured this incident would have been frightening and has naturally left her extremely upset. "I would urge anyone with information, or anyone that was in the area at the time and witnessed anything unusual, to contact police."

Summary: Police want to trace several people who may be able to help after a woman was assaulted in an Elgin park.


It was agreed at an EU fisheries council meeting in Brussels. About 100 vessels are involved in catching prawns and the new deal means they will have an annual quota of 7,200 tonnes. That is an increase of 8.6%. The Northern Ireland agriculture minister said she had assured the European Commission that the increase posed no threat to the sustainability of the prawn stock. Trawlers are also able to catch more haddock in the Irish Sea. The quota has gone up by a quarter. The increase is worth an additional Â£220,000.

Summary: Northern Ireland's fishing fleet is to benefit from an increase in the amount of prawns it can catch.


Joshua Bwalya, 16, was found dead when officers were called to Movers Lane, Barking on Wednesday. Det Ch Insp Gary Holmes said the attack was "a senseless act of violence" that "was not only cowardly, but brutal". A man aged 18, and another male, whose age is currently unknown, have been arrested on suspicion of murder. Both remain in custody at an east London police station. A boy, 16, and a man, 20, were also injured during the attack. Both were taken to different hospitals in the capital before they were arrested on suspicion of murder, police said. They were later released without further action. A post-mortem examination of Joshua's body found multiple stab wounds were the cause of death.

Summary: Two men have been arrested after a teenage boy was stabbed to death in a "cowardly" attack in east London.


Aneurin Bevan health board said people should not go to Newport's Royal Gwent Hospital or Abergavenny's Nevill Hall Hospital's "extremely busy" A&E departments unless it is an emergency. People are also being asked not to visit patients if they have had diarrhoea, vomiting, colds or flu. One Newport GP practice saw 75 patients before 11.30 GMT on Tuesday. It would usually see 50 in a whole morning.

Summary: People are being advised to avoid the emergency departments of two hospitals.


The man, thought to be in his 20s, was taken by air ambulance from the Somerset site to Southmead Hospital in Bristol shortly after 17.20 BST. He was later transferred to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham where he died, Avon and Somerset Police said. A police spokesman said they are treating the death as unexplained, but do not believe it to be suspicious. The man's family has been informed. Final preparations are taking place at Worthy Farm before gates are opened to the public on Wednesday.

Summary: A man who suffered severe burns at the Glastonbury Festival site has died, police said.


The 62-year-old, who was dismissed by Forfar Athletic in December, will once more be joined by twin Ian as assistant at Gayfield Park. Arbroath said in a statement: "Dick is a vastly experienced and successful Scottish football manager." Campbell was appointed ahead of Tuesday's League Two trip to face Berwick Rangers. John Young completes the backroom team as assistant coach, Steven Hislop having left as assistant manager with Lumsden. Lumsden was dismissed after Saturday's defeat by Stirling Albion left Arbroath third bottom of the table and without a win in six games. Campbell, who had previously managed Cowdenbeath, Dunfermline Athletic, Brechin City, Partick Thistle and Ross County, spent seven years with Forfar. However, he was dismissed with his side third bottom of League One.

Summary: Arbroath have appointed Dick Campbell as their new manager after the weekend sacking of Todd Lumsden.


A community trust has been leasing Theatr Gwaun in Fishguard from Pembrokeshire council for five years. The venue has run as a theatre and cinema since 1994, but it closed in 2011 when the council ended its funding after it made losses of Â£60,000 a year. Chairman of the Theatr Gwaun Community Trust, Richard Goswell, said it was a "giant step" for the arts in the town. The transfer is the first to be made under the council's Community Asset Transfer Policy and Mr Goswell said it would allow the group to access a range of funding. A campaign to reopen the theatre was backed by Hollywood actors Beau Bridges and Sally Field.

Summary: A deal has been done to transfer the ownership of a Pembrokeshire theatre.


John Noble, 43, had already admitted the lesser charge of causing the death of Chris Dennehy, 58, by careless driving on the A38 near Lee Mill. But he was found not guilty of the more serious charge after a trial at Plymouth Crown Court. Noble, of Horrabridge, Devon, will be sentenced at a later date after pre-sentence reports are prepared. The court had earlier been told Noble had reached over for his mobile phone moments before he struck and killed Mr Dennehy, from Plympton, on 5 September last year. His lorry was travelling 54mph along the straight road when the victim was struck by the nearside wing, said prosecutor Piers Norsworthy. The victim was wearing a high-visibility jacket and a white helmet. Mr Dennehy had worked at Tescos at Lee Mill for 35 years and rode to work daily.

Summary: A lorry driver has been cleared of causing the death by dangerous driving of a cyclist on a Devon road.


The Belgian champions say the move to the club in northern China is for six months only. Acheampong, who turned out at left back for Ghana during the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations, regularly played as a winger for Anderlecht, who signed him in 2013. The 23-year-old joins Nigerians John Mikel Obi and Brown Ideye at the club, which lies 13th in the 16-team league. The bottom two teams in the Chinese Super League, which is at the midway stage of its season, will be relegated. During his two seasons with Anderlecht, Acheampong won two league titles - in 2014 and 2017. China's transfer window closes on 14 July.

Summary: Ghana international Frank Acheampong has joined China's Tianjin Teda on loan from Anderlecht.


The public vote, which is called a referendum, will happen on Thursday, 23 June 2016. The European Union is a group of 28 countries in Europe whose governments work together. It was set up to help make trading between European countries easier, as well as travel and immigration. Find out more about the EU referendum in our guide here. EU laws affect many areas of our lives as well - like health and safety rules, and even how many fish we're allowed to catch. For the last 40 years that the UK's been a member of the EU, there's been a debate about our role within it. Some feel that being part of this bigger club makes the UK richer and more important. Others argue that the EU takes power away from the UK. They feel that people who aren't British shouldn't be making laws for this country.

Summary: The Prime Minister David Cameron is asking people to vote on whether the UK should remain a member of the European Union (or EU).


Council waste enforcement officers went to Ithon Grove, Kings Norton, after reports that six fridges had been dumped on Monday. But on arrival they were stunned to find dozens of the appliances strewn along the road. Birmingham City Council said the illegal dumping was "totally unacceptable" and said staff were trying to identify the perpetrators. More stories from across Birmingham and the Black Country A spokesman for the authority said: "It's outrageous that people think dumping rubbish on a road, blighting our city, is acceptable. "This is totally unacceptable and we will prosecute fly-tippers where evidence is available." Earlier this month, some 150 tonnes of rubbish was dumped on land in Shropshire. In Manchester, a senior councillor recently called for fly-tippers to be given "hefty" jail sentences.

Summary: Fly-tippers have dumped about 110 fridges in a street in Birmingham.


The CCTV footage showed two hooded men destroying windscreens, bonnets and headlights at about midnight on Sunday at Lowdham Cars in Gunthorpe, Nottinghamshire. Company owner Melanie Hibbitt said the site had been "mutilated completely", leaving her "sick and devastated". Nottinghamshire Police said it was investigating and released the footage. Ms Hibbitt, who set up the dealership 18 months ago, estimates it could cost about Â£200,000 to repair the vehicles and some could be written-off completely. "They've smashed every single car on the site... they had thrown slabs through car windows," she said. "I cannot think who would do such a thing and why... I can't understand it. "It could take us under because we've got no stock to sell and we employ about eight people so their jobs could be at risk."

Summary: Vandals wielding sledgehammers have been captured on camera smashing 60 cars in 10 minutes.


Gareth Emery, 24, from Shirley, admitted manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility at Birmingham Crown Court. Police said he attacked his 67-year-old Anne Dunkley with a shovel at her Solihull address last June. Emery, who was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia after the attack, was given a minimum term of nine years. More on this and other Solihull stories Ms Dunkley, a retired teacher and church warden, was attacked on the driveway of her home in Elmdon Road, Marston Green. She died in hospital from severe head injuries. In a statement, her family said: "We will now concentrate on remembering Anne as she was; full of love, energy and generosity, and the many happy times she shared with so many." Emery, of Clifton Road, appeared in court via video link.

Summary: A man has been given a life sentence after he admitted killing his aunt at her home.


The 25-year-old defender captained the Dutch team at the 2015 Women's World Cup in Canada, where they reached the last 16 stage of the competition. "Once I heard of Liverpool Ladies' interest there was only one place I wanted to move to," she said. "It is a massive club with real ambitions for the 2016 season and I cannot wait to get started." Van den Berg is Liverpool's third signing in as many days following the arrivals of Scotland midfielder Caroline Weir and Sweden international Emma Lundh. "I am delighted to have signed Mandy who I believe will be a key player for us this season," manager Scott Rogers said. "Mandy has proven for Netherlands what a top class defender she is and I am looking forward to working alongside her," he added.

Summary: Liverpool Ladies have signed Netherlands captain Mandy van den Berg from Norwegian side Lillestrom SK.


The 30-year-old had been at Kenilworth Road since 2012 and had been the longest-serving player in the League Two club's squad. The former Forest Green Rovers and Swindon Town man made 128 league starts for the Hatters. He is available for Stevenage's League Cup trip to Millwall on Tuesday. Luton boss Nathan Jones told the club website: "With the players we were bringing in for this season, we felt we couldn't give (Smith) the kind of game time he needs. To be fair to him, we made him available to enable him to progress his career elsewhere." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Stevenage have signed Luton Town midfielder Jonathan Smith after the Hatters agreed to cancel his contract by mutual consent.


The 22-year-old's contract with Scottish Premiership side Hearts expired at the end of the 2016-17 season. Full-back Paterson made over 150 first team appearances for the Tynecastle club. "I'm absolutely delighted and buzzing to be part of this big club," Paterson said of his move to Cardiff. "It's nice and early so I've got a lot of time to bed in, get to know my way around the area and introduce myself. "It's great timing and I'm happy to be here." London-born Paterson has won five caps for Scotland after making his debut against Italy in May 2016. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Scotland defender Callum Paterson has joined Championship club Cardiff City on a three-year contract.


Staffordshire Police said the woman was taken to hospital after being hit on Longton Hall Road in the Blurton area of the city at about 11:20 GMT on Saturday. She later died from her injuries. A spokesman said the man driving the car had been arrested but police would not say what he was arrested on suspicion of. Ch Insp Darren Oakey said officers are investigating the incident and appealed for any witnesses to come forward.

Summary: A 90-year-old woman has died after being hit by a car in Stoke-on-Trent.


They were travelling from the West Bank to Saudi Arabia when the bus overturned in a remote area. Two children are reported to be among the dead. The driver lost control about 320 km (200 miles) south of the Jordanian capital, Amman. Dozens of passengers were injured and several are said to be in a critical condition. Most of the victims were from the West Bank city of Jenin. One of the casualties, Azzah Ibrahim, said passengers were hurled around by the impact. "Some of us were beneath the bus, and some of us were inside the bus, between the chairs," he told the Associated Press news agency. The Palestinian Authority declared a day of national mourning in the wake of the crash.

Summary: At least 16 Palestinian pilgrims have been killed in a bus crash in southern Jordan.


In the video, a car can be seen mounting the pavement and striking the victim in Mansfield town centre. Nottinghamshire Police said it was "unbelievable" he suffered only minor injuries and is "recovering well" after the incident, which happened in April. Officers are appealing to garages which may have repaired a Skoda Octavia with front end damage. The victim was hit in Leeming Street by a dark-coloured vehicle, which also collided with an electric box before heading off along a bus lane and travelling down Clumber Street. Police believe the car was parked in Leeming Street before the incident and the driver may have been involved in an altercation with people outside the Bowl in Hand pub. Det Con Kelly Holloway said: "Had the car not struck the electric box this incident could easily have ended in tragedy."

Summary: Footage of a hit-and-run in which a man appears to be crushed against a wall has been released.


Col Jean Bikomagu, who led the armed forces during the country's civil war, was gunned down as he drove through the gates of his house. His daughter was badly injured in the attack, a family member told AFP. It is the latest in a wave of killings across Burundi, since President Pierre Nkurunziza decided to run for - and won - a third term of office. The civil war was fought along ethnic lines with mostly Hutu rebels fighting against the politically dominant Tutsi minority. Col Bikomagu led the Tutsis, while Mr Nkurunziza was a member of the a Hutu rebel group. A peace deal led to him becoming president in 2005. But his third presidential bid in July led to unrest across the country, with opposition parties and voters claiming it was unconstitutional. Tensions there have forced more than 100,000 people to flee this year.

Summary: The former head of Burundi's army has been shot dead outside his home in the capital Bujumbura.


Christina McCallion, who lives in Curragh Walk, said she now wants security gates erected to help deal with anti-social behaviour in the area. She said that she cannot let her children out to play in the garden. A spokesperson for the council said funding has been approved for gates at three locations in the Shantallow area. Christina has moved her children to a different bedroom because of what she says is anti-social behaviour at night in the area. "We all live in fear after the fire at the weekend in case it happens to one of us. "They have been pulling down my back fence and have had rubbish thrown into my back yard. "The security gates will keep them from the alley and away from houses in this area."

Summary: A Londonderry mother has said she is living in fear after a suspected arson attack on a nearby house in Liscloon Drive on Saturday morning.


A major search and rescue operation was launched at the gorge on Wednesday evening after the teenager was reported missing. Police officers were joined by the fire service, ambulance crews, a helimed and the local mountain rescue team. A spokesman for Police Scotland said the teenager's family have been informed. It is understood the man, who is from England, was with friends who attempted to rescue him when he got into difficulty in the water. No details of the man's identity will be released until a formal identification has taken place.

Summary: The body of a 19-year-old man has been recovered from the Falls of Bruar in Perthshire.


Bryan Davies, 70, is accused of 38 sexual offences, which are said to have occurred between 1975 and 1978 and from 2007 to 2013, police said. He was arrested on the Maltese island of Gozo, where he had retired and had been living in the village of Munxar. A Maltese court ruled he would be extradited to the UK to face charges. Mr Davies agreed to the extradition, which should happen within 10 days. He waived his right to appeal but his defence lawyer said that was not an admission of guilt. Mr Davies is to face charges of indecent assault, taking indecent photos of children and inciting children to take part in sexual activities.

Summary: A man wanted by police over a string of alleged sexual offences against children in Welsh orphanages has been arrested in Malta.


The baby, who is from Mackay Road, in the Hilton Road area of Inverness, was taken to Raigmore Hospital but died on Thursday afternoon. The death is currently being treated as unexplained. Det Insp Brian Geddes said: "This is a tragic incident and we are carrying out a full investigation in order to establish the full circumstances." He added that there would be a police presence in the area while officers carried out inquiries. Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland.

Summary: Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a three week-old girl in Inverness.


The show, which took place at a derelict seafront lido in Weston-super-Mare, attracted huge interest when it ran for five weeks in the summer. North Somerset District Council confirmed that Banksy had left behind a giant pin wheel from the attraction. It said it would be stored safely until it was decided what part it would play in any revamp of the Tropicana site. The outdoor pool and leisure facility closed in 2000 due to falling visitor numbers. Since then, there have been various attempts to re-open or demolish the structure. Banksy, who is thought to hail from Bristol, said he had been motivated to work on the site because he "loved" the Tropicana as a child.

Summary: Graffiti artist Banksy has donated an exhibit from his Dismaland theme park to the Somerset town where it was held.


Zandra Elliot served as councillor for Hawick and Denholm from 2007 until her death last year. She was one of the driving forces behind the Â£3.64m renovation of Wilton Lodge Park. The bandstand was unveiled on Sunday by current provost Stuart Marshall. The councillor said: "Zandra Elliot was a lady who lived and breathed the whole regeneration project at Wilton Lodge Park and working closely with her for many years, I know how passionate she was about having the bandstand in the park. "She was a provost three times for the town and she worked tirelessly for Hawick so I can think of no better person to have this dedicated to."

Summary: A new bandstand built in Hawick park as part of a multi-million pound regeneration project has been named after a former provost.


Thomas has been replaced by The Only Way Is Essex star Lydia Bright just days before Sunday's finale. He had been set to battle it out with Olympic gymnast Louis Smith, Paralympic medallist Kadeena Cox, and Emma Parker Bowles to be crowned champion of the winter sports competition. The 42-year-old is the fourth celebrity to withdraw from this year's series. Model Caprice suffered an illness, Olympian Sir Bradley Wiggins broke his leg and Vogue Williams pulled out before an episode even aired. A Channel 4 spokeswoman said: "Gareth Thomas has withdrawn due to personal reasons." Bright replaces Thomas as she was the last to be eliminated.

Summary: Former Wales rugby international Gareth Thomas has quit Channel 4 show The Jump for "personal reasons".


Royston Pratt, of Wickham, was driving a Land Rover Defender on 22 December when he hit Robert McQueen, 37, at Staples Cross near Fareham, Hampshire. Pratt, who earlier admitted causing death by driving without due care and attention, was given a 16-weeks sentence, suspended for 12 months. He was also handed a five-year driving ban at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court. Pratt was told he must take an extended driving test at the end of the disqualification period before his licence can be returned. He was also ordered to pay costs and charges totalling Â£165. Mr McQueen, 37, from Port Solent, was pronounced dead after his Triumph motorbike hit the Land Rover on the B2177. Speaking after the case, Hampshire Police road safety Sgt Rob Heard recommended people "regularly assess their abilities to drive safely on the road".

Summary: A 90-year-old who killed a motorcyclist in a crash days before Christmas has been given a suspended sentence.


Captain David Warner hit 69 off 38 balls and Ben Cutting a brutal unbeaten 39 off 15 in Hyderabad's 208-7, while England's Chris Jordan took 3-45. Chris Gayle (74 off 38) and Virat Kohli (54 off 35) added 114 for the first wicket in reply, before Cutting (2-35) removed Gayle. With 18 runs needed off the final over, Bhuvneshwar Kumar conceded only nine. Bangalore, who hit 13 sixes in their innings, also lost the 2009 and 2011 finals. England one-day captain Eoin Morgan, who is part of the Sunrisers squad, did not play in the final in Bangalore.

Summary: Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by eight runs to win the Indian Premier League final.