The warning begins at 22:00 GMT on Saturday and ends at 10:00 on Sunday. The ice could lead to difficult driving conditions on untreated roads and slippery conditions on pavements, the weather service warned. Only the southernmost counties and parts of the most westerly counties are expected to escape. Counties expected to be affected are Carmarthenshire, Powys, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, Denbighshire, Gwynedd, Wrexham, Conwy, Flintshire, Anglesey, Monmouthshire, Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Merthyr Tydfil, Neath Port Talbot, Rhondda Cynon Taff and Torfaen.

Summary: The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice across most of Wales.


Unidentified perpetrators in Mainhausen near Offenbach had bricked it up during the night, police told local media. It could have been built within minutes, they said, and the motive is unclear - possibly a joke, an act of revenge, or a bet. Police are searching for several people. The damage to the property is estimated at â‚¬500 (Â£425). "It reminded me of the building of the Berlin Wall," a police spokesman told the local Hessenshau news portal (in German). "That went up pretty quickly, too." But he added: "It's a crime and no joke." Janet Jackson, 50, gives birth to boy Chinese paper's sweary New Year puzzle Sweden's best-selling car not a Volvo

Summary: A man in central Germany tried to leave his house by the front door only to find a brick wall there.


The seven-minute show, beginning on Wednesday, will turn the works of five prominent indigenous artists into a permanent part of the city's skyline. The show, Badu Gili, means "water light" in the language of the site's traditional owners, the Gadigal people. Organisers say it celebrates time-honoured stories with contemporary art. "It combines music and images to create a gateway to Australia's First Nations history and culture for the 8.2 million people who visit the opera house each year," said curator Rhoda Roberts. The animation features works by Jenuarrie (Judith Warrie), Frances Belle Parker, Alick Tipoti, Lin Onus and Minnie Pwerle. It will debut at 17:45 local time (07:45 GMT) on Wednesday. Spectacular art installations most recently lit up the opera house for Vivid Sydney, a light festival.

Summary: A vibrant animation telling stories of indigenous Australia will be projected on to the Sydney Opera House every night at sunset.


The win keeps the Candystripes two points behind leaders Dundalk who won 2-0 away to Shamrock Rovers. Former Plymouth striker Patterson scored his sixth goal of the season in the 14th minute at the Brandywell. He shot into an empty net after the ball broke to him when keeper Dean Delany thwarted Barry McNamee. Kurtis Byrne should have netted a speedy equaliser but the son of former Celtic player Paul Byrne completely missed his kick in front of goal. That was the one big scare for Kenny Shiels' men on a night when both keepers had a quiet night. Derry City have won six and drawn two in the eight games they have played since losing to Finn Harps on the first day of the season.

Summary: Rory Patterson's early goal proved enough to give second-placed Derry City a home victory over Bohemians in Friday night's Premier Division clash.


An independent panel appointed by Toshiba found institutional accounting irregularities, the firm said in a statement to investors. Toshiba said it "takes the situation it has caused very seriously" and that it "deeply apologised" to shareholders. The overstatement was roughly triple an initial Toshiba estimate. The probe could lead to a restatement of earnings, a board overhaul and potential action by regulators. "Within Toshiba, there was a corporate culture in which one could not go against the wishes of superiors," the report said. "Therefore, when top management presented 'challenges', division presidents, line managers and employees below them continually carried out inappropriate accounting practices to meet targets in line with the wishes of their superiors." The improper accounting practices stretched back to 2008.

Summary: Toshiba overstated its operating profit by a total of 151.8bn yen ($1.22bn, £780m) over several years, according to the findings of a probe.


The 29-year-old, who had only joined from AC Milan three days earlier, was accidentally caught on the right side of his head by Lorient midfielder Didier Ndong 15 minutes into the match. "Jeremy was operated on under local anaesthesia on Wednesday night to sew up his ear," Bordeaux said. "We wish a speedy recovery to our player and hope to see him back soon." Gabon international Ndong said: "I apologise to Jeremy Menez, and to Bordeaux, and hope to see him back in Ligue 1 action soon. "It was completely involuntary but had unfortunate consequences for him."

Summary: Bordeaux's France international forward Jeremy Menez lost part of his right ear in a pre-season game with FC Lorient.


The stone memorial is on the banks of Llyn Egnant - one of the famous Teifi pools - near the village of Ffair Rhos in Ceredigion. He died last year at the age of 86. A prominent figure in the Welsh fishing community, Mr Morgan once took the former US President Jimmy Carter on a fishing trip in mid Wales and they became great friends. The stone memorial was unveiled by his widow, Julia Morgan. He was described as the "grand-daddy of game angling in Wales" by Cheryl Bulman, of Tregaron Angling Association, which is celebrating its centenary year. She said that Mr Morgan, the Teifi River and Tregaron Angling Association were "intrinsically linked".

Summary: A memorial has been unveiled in Ceredigion to commemorate the acclaimed fisherman and broadcaster Moc Morgan.


Arteta, 34, retired from playing at the end of last season after five years at Emirates Stadium. He won two FA Cups with Arsenal, making 150 appearances and scoring 17 goals. "I have always been interested in more than just the playing side," said Arteta, describing working under Guardiola as "an amazing opportunity". Arteta was seen crying after his final Arsenal match, a 4-0 win over Aston Villa on the last day of the Premier League season in May. He began his career at Spanish giants Barcelona and had spells at Paris St-Germain, Rangers and Real Sociedad before moving to Everton. Guardiola's first game since succeeding Manuel Pellegrini as City boss will be against Manchester United in a pre-season tournament in China on 25 July. Subscribe to the BBC Sport newsletter to get our pick of news, features and video sent to your inbox.

Summary: Former Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta has taken up a coaching role at Manchester City under new manager Pep Guardiola.


The Iron Man actor offered the chance to join him on the red carpet for the world premiere of his new film Marvel's Avengers: Age of Ultron in Los Angeles. Dorset-based charity, Julia's House, has now raised more than half of the £3m needed to build the new hospice. Chief executive Martin Edwards said it was "absolutely surreal" for someone as famous as Downey Jr to lend support. He said the money meant the charity could now "go shopping" to buy land for its new building. The as-yet-unnamed winner will be flown to the United States, where he or she will be fitted for a tuxedo or ball gown before arriving at the premiere as part of the motorcade. A helicopter flight over Los Angeles is also included in the prize.

Summary: A raffle prize offered by Robert Downey Jr has helped raise nearly £1m for new children's hospice in Wiltshire.


Aberdeen Coastguard said the alert was raised close to the entrance to the port shortly after 08:00. The animal had broken free while being loaded onto a transport float. The cow was shot by police marksmen about five hours later. Police Scotland said humane destruction was a "last resort" but public safety and animal welfare had to be a priority. The cow was starting to be swept away when the decision was taken to shoot it. A NorthLink Ferries spokesperson said: "The animal was being loaded onto a road transport float when the incident occurred." An Aberdeen Harbour spokesperson said the port had remained open, with vessel entry being taken on a "case-by-case basis". An animal sanctuary had offered to take the cow if it had been possible to rescue it.

Summary: A cow which got into the water at Aberdeen Harbour has been shot after a rescue effort failed to coax it ashore.


Mr Siddall, 24, from Skellow in Doncaster, was found dead at his home at around 05:20 BST on Friday. South Yorkshire Police said there were reports he had been assaulted in the VDKA bar in Silver Street, Doncaster, shortly after 23:00 BST on Thursday. A post-mortem examination concluded that Mr Siddall died as a result of a head injury. Police said the inquiry was in its very early stages and there were many more witnesses to speak to before they established what happened. A spokesman said: "We believe there are a number of people who were at the bar in Silver Street, Doncaster, between 23:00 and 23:30 BST on Thursday 13 August who have not yet spoken to us who could potentially help with our inquiry. "If you have not yet spoken to police, please call 101."

Summary: A 22-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of Lewis Siddall has been released on bail.


United contacted St Johnstone this week with a view to speaking to 52-year-old Wright about the job but this approach was rejected by the Saints board. The Tannadice club - bottom of the Premiership - are seeking to replace Jackie McNamara, who left last month. Dave Bowman took the first team for Saturday's loss to Partick Thistle. The Tangerines have won only once this season and prop up the table with five points from 10 games. Former Northern Ireland goalkeeper Wright, who replaced Steve Lomas at McDiarmid Park in 2013, led St Johnstone to Scottish Cup success in his first season in charge. He has also secured two successive top-six finishes for the Perth side and previously managed in his homeland.

Summary: St Johnstone boss Tommy Wright is no longer under consideration for the Dundee United manager's job, BBC Scotland has learned.


The 23-year-old made himself unavailable for the Bees' game against Burnley in January, which Sean Dyche's side won 3-1, after rumours of a move to Turf Moor. The former Oldham centre-back, who has signed a three-and-a-half-year deal, had since returned to training. He is not available for the game against Sheffield Wednesday on Tuesday. "James is a player I have known for a couple of seasons and I've monitored his progress from Oldham, right the way through to now," boss Dyche told the club website. "He is at a good age, has gained a lot of experience over the last couple of seasons and I feel he can be a big part of us going forwards in the future." The Bees have also announced Ryan Williams, Montell Moore and Josh Laurent have left the club by mutual consent. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Burnley have completed the signing of Brentford defender James Tarkowski for an undisclosed fee.


But what has been your moment of the year? From Ben Stokes' 258 off 198 balls against South Africa to Stuart Broad's 6-17 against the same opponents, and Alastair Cook being the first Englishman to reach 10,000 Test runs, there are lots of highlights. Or perhaps you revelled in Australia being skittled for just 85? Or the dog that invaded the pitch at Vizag? The cricket brains of BBC Sport and BBC Radio 5 live asked you to rank your top 10, and your shortlist will be revealed on Tuesday's Tuffers and Vaughan Cricket Show (20:30 GMT, BBC Radio 5 live and online). Votes will no longer count but you can still pick your top 10 and share with friends. What are your top 10 cricketing moments from this year?

Summary: It's been topsy-turvy for the England side but eventful and entertaining nonetheless.


The local authority spent Â£2m on fuel for its fleet between April and December last year, its audit and scrutiny committee has heard. Reducing the chances of workers making personal use of vehicles is seen as a way of helping to cut the fuel bill. Councillor Richard Laird said only "a small minority" of staff were involved. However, Mr Laird, who is the audit committee's chairman, welcomed the council's decision to install tracking devices on all its vehicles. He told BBC Alba: "There is anecdotal evidence that a handful, or a small minority, of council staff are maybe using their council vehicle for domestic purposes. "At the moment it is only the heavy fleet that gets tracked and the bulk of the council's fleet is a light fleet." Tracking is now to be rolled out across the light fleet so that movements of all the council's vehicles can be checked.

Summary: All Highland Council vehicles are to be tracked following reports of alleged misuses by staff, including the use of a van for transporting sheep.


The 34-year-old father-of-two was killed after being hit by a vehicle which mounted a central reservation in Merseyside on 5 October. Georgia Clarke, 19, of Wallasey, Dawn Cooper, 34, of Wallasey and Michael Smith, 19, of Gateacre are due at Wirral Magistrates' Court later. An 18-year-old man has been charged with PC Phillips's murder. Clayton Williams, of Wheatland Lane, Wallasey, is accused of murder, attempting to wound another police officer, aggravated theft of a motor vehicle and burglary. Phillip Stuart, 30, of Oxton, was charged with aggravated taking of a vehicle and burglary. Both have been remanded in custody until 22 October.

Summary: Three people have been charged with assisting an offender following the death of PC Dave Phillips.


Councillors supported a recommendation to shut Angle, Stackpole and Orielton primary schools at an extraordinary meeting on Thursday. Figures show the cost of running these are between 24% and 65% greater than the county average. A new replacement school is likely to be built at Hundleton. A Welsh medium school is also set for Haverfordwest. At the same meeting, councillors voted unanimously to establish a new school in Haverfordwest for children from 3 to 16. While the exact location has yet to be decided, it will be Pembrokeshire's second Welsh medium secondary school. St Davids councillor David Lloyd called it "a very important day for the Welsh language in Little England beyond Wales" - referring to the traditional nickname for parts of the county.

Summary: Three schools are to close on Pembrokeshire's Angle Peninsula because of declining pupil numbers.


The former Rangers and Sunderland boss, 70, announced in March he would be leaving Turkish side Fenerbahce at the end of this season. Advocaat, who will be assisted by ex-Chelsea manager Ruud Gullit, replaces the sacked Danny Blind. Blind lost his job after a 2-0 loss to Bulgaria left the Netherlands fourth in their World Cup qualifying group. The team also failed to reach last summer's European Championships. The Dutch Football Association (KNVB) confirmed the appointments of Advocaat and Gullit at a news conference on Tuesday. In his previous spells as national team coach, Advocaat led the Netherlands to the 1994 World Cup quarter-finals and the semi-finals of Euro 2004. Fenerbahce are third in the Super Lig, eight points behind leaders Besiktas, with four games to go.

Summary: The Netherlands have appointed Dick Advocaat as head coach for a third time.


The Scots, who finished fourth at the round-robin stage, lost the 3 v 4 play-off 8-5 as Anna Hasselborg's Swedes reached Saturday's semi-final. However, Sweden were beaten 9-3 by Russia, who had lost to Canada in Friday's 1 v 2 play-off. Eve Muirhead's rink take on Sweden (03:00 BST) before Canada meet Russia in the final (08:00). The Canadians led the standings at the end of the round-robin stage while Scotland beat Germany and Czech Republic on Thursday to clinch fourth place. Click here to watch Scotland v Sweden on the BBC Sport website from 03:00 on Sunday. Sweden 8-5 Scotland Russia 9-3 Sweden Canada 7-3 Russia Canada 11-0 (qualified) Russia 8-3 (qualified) Sweden 8-3 (qualified) Scotland 7-4 (qualified) USA 6-5 Korea 5-6 Czech Republic 5-6 Switzerland 5-6 Germany 5-6 Italy 3-8 China 2-9 Denmark 1-10 Media playback is not supported on this device

Summary: Scotland will meet Sweden in Sunday's bronze medal match at the World Women's Curling Championship.


The wild bird was found on Moseley New Pool at Swanshurst Park, Swanshurst Lane, Moseley, by a passer-by. It was taken to the RSPCA Birmingham Animal Hospital for emergency treatment. Vets said it was expected to make a full recovery. The bird is now recovering and the charity has appealed for witnesses to the attack on Saturday to come forward. More stories from Birmingham and the Black Country Insp Boris Lasserre said: "The bolt has gone right through the lower part of the goose's head. Incredibly he was still alive. "He was taken to the RSPCA Birmingham Animal Hospital for treatment and X-rays to establish the damage that has been caused by the bolt and the safest way to remove it. "This poor bird was the victim of a mindless cruelty. It beggars belief that someone would get enjoyment out of doing something like this."

Summary: A goose has narrowly survived after being shot through the head with a crossbow bolt at a Birmingham park.


Previously employed as a domestic worker in Hong Kong, she became interested in photography as a way of recording her fellow workers' lives - and the abuses they were subjected to. Ms Bacani tells her story to BBC 100 Women. 100 Women 2015 This year's season features two weeks of inspirational stories about the BBC's 100 Women this year and others who are defying stereotypes around the world. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram using the hashtag #100Women. Listen to the programmes here.

Summary: Xyza Bacani's life changed when she won a scholarship to study and practise photography in New York.


The magic lantern slides were photographed by William Nowell and found during a recent loft clearance. Auctioneer Graham Paddison said: "It is the extraordinary contrast in this set of 30 photographs that is so unusual." Mr Paddison, of auctioneers Dee Atkinson & Harrison, said the pictures showed the gulf between rich and poor in late Victorian England. For more stories about Victorian England follow our Pinterest board Mr Nowell was the manager of the Great Northern Steamship Fishing Company and a keen photographer. He shot the images between 1895 and 1902. They were found in a house in Hessle, East Yorkshire, belonging to Mr Nowell's great-grandson. The auction is to be held in Driffield on 30 September.

Summary: Newly-discovered photographs of Scarborough beach that were taken in the 19th century are to be auctioned.


New figures from the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs show that between July and September the number of GB applications rose by 96%. There were 3,431 applications in September 2015, compared to 7,518 in September 2016. Year-on-year applications from Northern Ireland have also risen since the vote. They have increased by two-thirds in the three months since the Brexit decision. In terms of numbers, there have been 15,757 applications from people in Northern Ireland since July, compared 9,401 in the same period last year. The Northern Ireland-only figures show demand was strongest at the end of the summer: In Great Britain, the trend has been upwards over the past three months: There have been 21,549 Irish passport applications from people in Great Britain since July, compared 10,959 in the same period last year.

Summary: The number of applications for Irish passports from people living in Great Britain has almost doubled since the UK voted to leave the European Union.


Cole, 35, is free to join former England team-mate Steven Gerrard after his contract with the Italian club was terminated by mutual consent. The ex-Chelsea and Arsenal left-back joined the Serie A side in July 2014 and made 16 appearances. Capped 107 times, Cole has won three Premier Leagues, seven FA Cups, one Champions League and one Europa League. Roma sacked manager Rudi Garcia on 13 January after a poor run of just one win since the beginning of November. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Former England defender Ashley Cole has agreed terms with Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy after leaving Roma.


Hill, 38, and 32-year-old Senderos signed one-year deals last summer under Mark Warburton but neither is being retained as Pedro Caixinha looks to rebuild the squad he has inherited. Hyndman's loan spell has been ended by injury. He tweeted that he had enjoyed "an incredible time" at the Ibrox club. The 21-year-old American arrived in January, along with Jon Toral on loan from Arsenal. He made 17 appearances and scored four goals. Hill was one of 11 signings made by Warburton last summer, as the club prepared for its return to the top-flight. The Englishman made 31 appearances, scoring six goals, including the equaliser in March's 1-1 draw at Celtic. Former Arsenal defender Senderos was sent off on his debut in his team's 5-1 Old Firm defeat to Celtic back in September and made three further appearances.

Summary: Defenders Clint Hill and Philippe Senderos will leave Rangers at the end of the season while midfielder Emerson Hyndman has returned to Bournemouth.


He took charge of the 2015 Scottish League Cup final between Celtic and Dundee United. This will be his first time refereeing the Scottish Cup final, having been the fourth official when Hibernian beat Rangers in last year's match. Madden will be assisted by Frank Connor and Graeme Stewart, with John McKendrick as fourth official. Steven McLean and Nick Walsh will be the additional assistant referees. Celtic are seeking a domestic treble after retaining the Scottish Premiership title and lifting the League Cup. The Dons have secured the runners-up spot in the league and lost to Celtic in November's League Cup final.

Summary: Bobby Madden will referee the Scottish Cup final between Celtic and Aberdeen at Hampden Park on 27 May.


Prop Moon, 27, who helped Chiefs win promotion to the Premiership in 2010 and has since made 120 top-flight appearances, signs a three-year deal. Fellow prop Rimmer, 30, has penned a two-year contract, having played 15 times this season. Hooker Malton, 27, signs a one-year deal after his first Exeter Premiership start, against Worcester on Saturday. "All of the re-signings we're making at the moment, we genuinely see them as good players," head coach Rob Baxter told BBC Radio Devon. "They've all done well in the Premiership and European competition, and yet we still see us and them individually progressing."

Summary: Front-rowers Ben Moon, Carl Rimmer and Shaun Malton have all extended their contracts at Exeter Chiefs.


Omar Bogle, Will Grigg, Andy Kellett, Donervon Daniels and Ryan Tunnicliffe are all still out. Barnsley's Adam Hammill (toe), Andy Yiadom (shoulder), Aidy White (pelvis) and Sessi D'Almeida (knee) are out. Paul Heckingbottom's side are looking for back to back wins for the first time since January. BBC Radio Manchester's Paul Rowley "Frankly, every game now is a 'must win' for the 'Tics if they're to avoid their third relegation in five seasons. "Saturday's stoppage-time victory over already doomed Rotherham United after twice going behind revived memories of the club's great survivals in their Premier League days. "But, with most of their rivals winning, Graham Barrow's side are still seven points from safety with five matches left. "Victory over Barnsley, promoted with Wigan from League One last season, will narrow the gap, but with away matches upcoming at promotion-chasing Brighton and Reading, the task may be too great."

Summary: Wigan forward Nick Powell could start after three months out with a hamstring injury, after his injury-time winner against Rotherham from the bench.


Brian Tynan, 30, is accused of breaking into the Co-op shop on Lawers Drive on 4 May and stealing cigarettes and alcohol. Mr Tynan is also accused of trying to break into Size? clothing shop in Dundee's High Street on the same date. Prosecutors also allege he stole a car from Silport Place in Carnoustie on 4 May. Mr Tynan, of Dundee, faces a total of ten charges, including driving without a licence or insurance and stealing two sets of car keys and two handbags. He made no plea or declaration during a hearing in private at Dundee Sheriff Court and was granted bail.

Summary: A man has appeared in court in connection with a ram-raid at a Broughty Ferry supermarket.


Ms Kirkpatrick, 74, denies two counts of indecent assault and one count of gross indecency with a person under 16. According to a report by Australia's Herald Sun, the alleged incident took place in the 1980s and involved a 13-year-old girl. The actress told the Herald Sun that she will fight to clear her name. "I need to go to court to have this ridiculous situation quashed," she said. "Allegations have been levelled at me, yes. Are they true? Absolutely not. "The evidence is in the court. I don't think it's appropriate that I say any more." Ms Kirkpatrick, who will appear before Melbourne Magistrates Court on 19 August, is best known for playing lesbian prison officer Joan "The Freak" Ferguson in Prisoner Cell Block H. She appeared in a host of smaller Australian TV shows and in 1991 she played Marilyn's aunt Jean Chambers in Home and Away.

Summary: Australian actress Maggie Kirkpatrick, who starred in 1980s soap Prisoner Cell Block H and later Home and Away, has been charged with child sex offences.


The Briton was due to fight Avtandil Khurtsidze on 8 July in London. But following his arrest in New York, the Georgian's promoter Lou DiBella has confirmed he will be unable to travel. Thirty-three members and associates of a Russian crime syndicate, including Khurtsidze, have been detained. In a statement, acting Manhattan US Attorney Joon H Kim said: "The dizzying array of criminal schemes committed by this organised crime syndicate allegedly include a murder-for-hire conspiracy, a plot to rob victims by seducing and drugging them with chloroform, the theft of cargo shipments containing over 10,000 pounds of chocolate, and a fraud on casino slot machines using electronic hacking devices." Khurtsidze earned the bout with Saunders after winning the interim belt by stopping Britain's Tommy Langford in April. Saunders' most recent fight was a successful title defence against Artur Akavov in December.

Summary: Billy Joe Saunders' WBO middleweight title defence has been cancelled after his opponent was arrested for alleged links to organised crime.


The 23-year-old joined City in the summer having spent his entire career at Wolves, and impressed in the Grecians' win at Leyton Orient. It was McAlinden's first league start since the end of August, as he deputised for the concussed Lee Holmes. "He's earned it, he's done very well in training and I think he's settling," Tisdale told BBC Radio Devon. "He's beginning to get some confidence, it always happens when you leave a club you've been at for years and years like he has with Wolves. "Suddenly you're at a new place and your career's changing direction, he's got to find his feet and he's doing that."

Summary: Exeter City manager Paul Tisdale says Liam McAlinden is now starting to get used to life at Exeter City.


A number of neighbourhood teams have relocated into nearby local community bases with "lower running costs". The new sites, which are based in the "heart of the community", are "better value for money", the force said. The buildings up for sale include Market Street and Pilgrim Street in Newcastle, which were replaced by a new £38m complex in Forth Bank in 2014. Other sites include an office in Bentinck Road which has been empty for several years and one in Bellingham, the force said. A Northumbria Police spokesman said: "Many of the older police buildings have been expensive to run and it's important the force gets value for the money and all savings are reinvested back in to policing."

Summary: Northumbria Police has put eight of its former stations up for sale after carrying out a review of its estate.


There were about 20 cancellations on the Liverpool Street to Stansted rail line after a tree fell on to overhead power lines near Bishop's Stortford. Storm winds brought a tree down on to overhead wires which caught fire between Harpenden and St Albans. This has led to disruption between Bedford and London St Pancras. Thameslink, which runs this service, said disruption was likely to continue until midday. Abellio Greater Anglia said its services to Stansted Airport and Cambridge had been hit by the storm. The company added that a train fault had also led to a number of trains on the Liverpool Street to Norwich route in the morning being cancelled. Abellio Greater Anglia currently runs the Greater Anglia franchise and runs services to Stansted Airport, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk, Hertfordshire and Suffolk.

Summary: High winds have brought major disruptions to train services between London stations and Stansted Airport, Bedford and Cambridge.


STV2 is a rebranded version of STV's Glasgow and Edinburgh stations, and will include new licences for Aberdeen, Ayr and Dundee. It will broadcast around the clock on Freeview as well as Sky and Virgin channels. It will also be streamed online via the STV Player. STV News Tonight, presented by Halla Mohieddeen, airs weeknights at 19:00. STV said the channel would reach about 85% of viewers in its transmission area. It said the channel would also feature new programming including soap, drama and movies.

Summary: STV has launched a new commercial TV channel featuring its new flagship news programme.


The 24-year-old, who can also play on the wing, has had spells with West Bromwich Albion, Crawley and Torquay. Hurst spent part of last season on loan at Guiseley and was on the books at National League North side AFC Telford earlier in the 2016-17 campaign. Dover have not disclosed the length of Hurst's deal at Crabble but he can make his debut against York on Saturday.

Summary: National League promotion challengers Dover Athletic have signed versatile full-back James Hurst.


The Met Police said the incident happened at a residential address in Tilson Gardens in south Brixton. At 09:45 BST, unarmed police and a housing officer tried to enter the property to evict the man. Police then withdrew and armed officers and a negotiator were called to the scene. The man was shot at 16:46 outside the premises, the Met said. Neighbour Jay Elwes said on Twitter that he had heard "what sounded like shots" and about 15 minutes later a person was "brought out". The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) said the 36-year-old man was in a critical condition at King's College Hospital. It said that during the incident "shots were fired, injuring the man". The IPCC said it was in the process of identifying and contacting the man's family.

Summary: A man is in a critical condition after being shot by police following a siege lasting seven hours in south London.


The baby is believed to have suffocated at a holiday house in Saint-Pee-sur-Nivelle near the Spanish border, the BBC's Hugh Schofield said. The family involved were believed to be a British couple and their two sons, aged five months and three, he said. The father got up early on Saturday and returned to the bedroom later to find the baby dead, prosecutors told AFP. According to French media reports, an autopsy is due to be carried out in the next few days at Bordeaux. A spokeswoman for the UK Foreign Office said: "We are in contact with local authorities following the arrest of a British national in the south of France."

Summary: A British mother has been arrested in south-west France over the death of a five-month-old baby.


Police closed roads around the North and South Bays over the weekend because of high tides and waves on the road. North Yorkshire Police tweeted: "Stay away from the sea! A wave caused damage to this vehicle and an injury to the 3 y/o child! Thanks to @YorksAmbulance & @RNLIScarborough". The girl was treated in hospital for minor facial cuts. Police were called to the incident in Marine Drive at 16:24 GMT. Flood warnings were issued for Marine Drive, Royal Albert Drive and the Spa in Scarborough, and in Bridlington for the North Pier and Harbour, because of "overtopping and spray expected due to strong winds and large waves".

Summary: A three-year-old girl was injured when heavy seas in Scarborough on Sunday smashed the window of a car she was in.


They were discovered off Brampton Lane near to the A508 in Chapel Brampton, near Northampton. Police said the heads, possibly from fallow deer, were found in various stages of decomposition suggesting they had been dumped over the past two months. They have warned restaurants and pubs not to purchase cheap venison that could have been illegally gained by poachers. Owners have been told they should always be able to provide a paper trail to show where their venison was sourced, if they are offering it on menus. Officers have appealed for anyone who may have seen suspicious activity in the area, or who has recently been offered cheap venison, to contact them.

Summary: The decomposed heads of 19 deer have been found dumped in a field.


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Summary: Romanian Prime Minister Victor Ponta charged in long-running corruption investigation, prosecutors say


The two-year-old girl went missing from the store in Northumberland Street in Newcastle city centre shortly before 17:00 BST on 13 April. She was found just over an hour later, about three miles away in Gosforth. The girls, aged 13 and 14, appeared before a youth court in North Tyneside. They are due to go on trial on 7 June. Neither entered any pleas and they were remanded into local authority care. The pair are charged with kidnap "with the intention of committing a relevant sexual offence" contrary to the Sexual Offences Act of 2003. They are also charged with two counts of theft - dummies from a Boots store and baby milk and a bottle from Sainsbury's. District Judge Roger Elsey told the hearing they would also face a separate charge of kidnap, this being without the sexual intent.

Summary: Two teenage girls are to go on trial charged with kidnapping a toddler in Primark with the intention of committing a sexual offence.


The Neopalpa donaldtrumpi was discovered in California by researcher Vazrick Nazari, of Ottawa, Canada. The name was inspired by the striking golden flakes covering its head, which he likened to Donald Trump's famous mop. Nine species were named after President Barack Obama during his term in office. What Mr Trump will make of the honour remains to be seen - especially as the tiny moth, with its wingspan of just more than a centimetre, is native to southern California and the Mexican region of Baja California. However, Mr Nazari said he hoped it would inspire Mr Trump to prioritise ecological issues during his term in office. He told Live Science: "I hope that the president will make conservation of such fragile ecosystems in the US his top priority. These ecosystems still contain many undiscovered and undescribed species, and deserve to be protected for future generations."

Summary: A tiny moth with a very recognisable "hairstyle" has become the first creature named after the soon-to-be 45th president of the United States.


Jean Watson was struck as she cycled near her home on the A752 Cumbernauld Road in Chryston, North Lanarkshire, on Thursday. The 31-year-old woman driving the grey Citroen car was not hurt. A spokesman for Police Scotland said a report would be sent to the procurator fiscal. Sgt Craig McDonald, from the Divisional Road Policing Unit based at Motherwell, said: "Officers have so far been unable to trace any relatives of Ms Watson, who lived in Cumbernauld Road in Chryston, and I would appeal to anyone who can assist with this matter to come forward. "I would also ask anyone with information regarding Ms Watson's movements prior to the road crash to please get in touch."

Summary: An 83-year-old cyclist who was critically injured in a collision with a car in North Lanarkshire has died in hospital.


The Psychoactive Substances Act, which comes into force in the UK next month, makes it illegal to supply drugs which have a direct effect on mental processes, unless the drug is exempted. Ministers had indicated that poppers would be included in the ban. But advisers say poppers have only a "peripheral" effect on the brain. As a result, the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs said poppers - the name given to a group of chemicals called alkyl nitrites - "do not fall within the scope of the current definition of a psychoactive substance". The council's guidance is contained in a letter which also sets out the harms linked to the use of poppers. It says there were 11 deaths related to poppers in England and Wales from 1993 to 2013. In January, Conservative MP Crispin Blunt said he used poppers and said banning supply would be "fantastically stupid".

Summary: Government drugs advisers have said "poppers" - used by many gay men to enhance sexual experience - will not be covered by a ban on "legal highs".


The Wales international was jailed for five years in 2012 after being found guilty of raping a 19-year-old woman at a hotel near Rhyl. Evans, 27, was released in 2014 after serving half of his sentence. A three-person panel of judges, headed by Lady Justice Heather Hallett, is hearing the appeal, which is scheduled to last until Wednesday. The former Manchester City, Norwich and Sheffield United player has not been signed by a new club since his release from prison.

Summary: Footballer Ched Evans' appeal against his conviction for rape has started at the Court of Appeal.


Controversial plans to add a further 16 turbines at Scout Moor, on land between Rochdale and Rossendale, were approved earlier this year. But now the government has "called in" the decision by Rossendale Borough Council to approve 14 of the turbines. It means a public inquiry will be held before further progress is made. Scout Moor wind farm opened in 2008 with the 26 existing wind turbines generating enough electricity for 40,000 homes. Rochdale Borough Council approved plans for the final two turbines to be added. Opponents are concerned the expansion of the wind farm will impact negatively on the natural beauty of the area. But energy companies Peel Energy and United Utilities said consultations have shown opposition to the plans is low. MW = Megawatts Source: RenewableUK

Summary: The government will make the final decision on plans to create what is believed to be England's largest onshore wind farm.


The pair are both out of contract this summer but have been let go early by mutual consent to find new clubs. Obertan, 27, joined the Magpies from Manchester United in 2011 and scored three times in 77 games. Marveaux, 30, moved from Rennes that summer and made the last of his 57 Magpies appearances in March 2014, spending last season at Guingamp.

Summary: Newcastle United have released French wingers Gabriel Obertan and Sylvain Marveaux.


Police said the boy, 16, was arrested after the fire at The Orchard in Quedgeley. A woman escaped from the building but a dog died in the blaze. Firefighters from Gloucester, Stroud, Painswick and Cheltenham were called to the blaze in the early hours. The boy was released on police bail on Friday evening, pending further inquiries. Richard Smith from Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue said the fire was "very severe". He said the building was currently too unsafe to enter. Mr Smith said a "full fire investigation" was under way at the pub in Olympus Park and the service was working with Gloucester Police. He added about 50 firefighters were called to the blaze and stopped it from spreading to neighbouring buildings.

Summary: A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a pub in Gloucester was destroyed by fire.


That's the position Taoiseach (Irish Prime Minister) Enda Kenny found himself in on Wednesday. Mr Kenny and two of his cabinet ministers were trapped between floors at a food plant in County Kildare. A technician was called and the taoiseach and his colleagues were freed after a few minutes. It put a downer on an event to mark the official opening of the new food technology centre. But, looking at the upside, cabinet minister Jimmy Deenihan was heard to quip that the lift was "a good meeting room". It is not the first time a top Irish politician has had their buttons pushed by temperamental transport. In 2013, the then health minister, James Reilly and his colleague Kathleen Lynch were trapped in a lift for 15 minutes while touring a new health centre.

Summary: Politicians are used to having little room to manoeuvre, but political strategy is not much use when you are stuck in a lift.


The incident took place on the Belfast Road, Saintfield, at about 17:55 BST on Thursday, and involved a Mini, Mercedes and Mitsubishi Outlander. The main road between Carryduff and Saintfield remains closed, and police are appealing for witnesses. Officers want to hear from anyone who may have been driving on the A7 Belfast Road at the time and saw any of the cars. Anyone with information is asked to contact police on the non-emergency number 101.

Summary: A woman has died in a three-car crash in County Down.


Abercynon-born Dower won 34 of his 37 professional fights. Dower fought for a world title in 1957 but lost to Pascual Perez in Argentina and retired aged 25 a year later. After moving to the south coast of England he taught sport at Ringwood Grammar School in Bournemouth and at Bournemouth University and was made an MBE in 1998. Media playback is not supported on this device In 2011 Dower was presented with a Lonsdale belt - awarded to British champions - more than 50 years after winning the crown. Boxers can keep the belts if they successfully defend their title twice, but Dower was forced to give up his when called up for national service. Friends at Bournemouth ex-Boxers' Association raised funds to buy him a replacement.

Summary: Former British, European and Empire flyweight champion Dai Dower has died at the age of 83.


The 24-year-old former Poland Under-21 international joined Town from Polish side Korona Kielce on a two-year contract in the summer. But he has been restricted to just six appearances and moves to a team currently ninth in League One. Meanwhile, Ipswich have extended midfielder Ben Pringle's loan from Fulham until the end of the season. The 26-year-old has made seven appearances for Mick McCarthy's side since joining in February, scoring in 1-0 wins over Huddersfield and Nottingham Forest. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Southend United have signed Ipswich Town defender Piotr Malarczyk on loan for the rest of the season.


The Croatia international was taken off on a stretcher in the 117th minute of the Reds' League Cup penalty shootout victory over Carlisle at Anfield. "He landed awkwardly but fingers crossed I don't think it's as bad as it looked," said McAllister. Roberto Firmino also went off, but McAllister said he "seems fine". The Brazilian forward was replaced in the 35th minute. "Like Dejan, he landed badly," said McAllister. "It was just a ball he went up for and he's landed on the base of his spine, just on his lower back." Liverpool, who are 13th in the Premier League, host 17th-placed Aston Villa on Saturday (15:00 BST).

Summary: Liverpool are hopeful defender Dejan Lovren's injury is not as bad as initially feared, says assistant manager Gary McAllister.


Greenbank (IOM) wanted permission in principle to build up to 200 houses and a 100-bed care unit on the site. It claimed more than 60 permanent jobs would be created and about Â£500,000-a-year generated for the local economy. The committee moved to reject the plans but a full council meeting will now decide on whether they can progress. The developers have offered more than Â£250,000 towards upgrading water and drainage infrastructure in the area. They have also said they would construct a "fully equipped" youth centre on the site. However, planning officers remained unconvinced by the proposals. They said the development was outside the "settlement boundary" for Gretna and there were not sufficient grounds to allocate the land for development.

Summary: A planning committee has recommended refusal for a residential development and nursing home on a former golf course in Gretna.


The 26-year-old, drafted to Indianapolis in 2012, is now contracted to the Colts until the end of the 2021 season. Luck's wages take him above the annual average of $22.1m collected by Joe Flacco of the Baltimore Ravens, the previous record earner. "I am thrilled and excited," Luck said. The Colts made the play-offs in Luck's first three seasons with them but he suffered an injury-hit 2015, missing two early matches with a shoulder problem before suffering a lacerated kidney that ruled him out after week nine. Colts owner Jim Irsay said: "This is an exciting day for the organisation and Colts fans around the globe. "Andrew is the consummate professional, possesses extraordinary talent and is our leader on and off the field."

Summary: Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck has signed a new six-year deal worth $140m (£104m) to become the highest-earning player in NFL history.


Crews were called to the scene on the A7 between Galashiels and Selkirk before 10:00. Police were sent to the incident to help with traffic management in the area. Diversions were in place and drivers advised to avoid the route for about four hours while efforts continued to bring the flames under control. A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokeswoman said firefighters had been tackling what they described as "a large gorse fire". "Four appliances were mobilised after the call was received at 09:54 on Thursday, 11 May," she said. Crews used "powerful water jets and beaters" to tackle the flames.

Summary: One of the main routes through the Scottish Borders has reopened after being shut due to a gorse fire.


The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) said the handwritten and photocopied letters also praised President-elect Donald Trump. The letters - signed only by "Americans for a Better Way"- warned that Mr Trump would "cleanse America". There is no indication that Mr Trump is in any way connected to the hate mail. He has not publicly commented on the issue. During his electoral campaign, Mr Trump suggested banning Muslims from entering the US. CAIR said the letters had been sent in recent days to mosques in San Jose, and Long Beach and Claremont in the Los Angeles area. The letters were addressed to the "children of Satan", the civil rights group said. A police investigation was under under way into what was treated like a "hate-motivated incident," San Jose Police Department spokesman Sgt Enrique Garcia was quoted as saying by the Associated Press news agency.

Summary: A US civil rights group has called for more police protection after several mosques in California received letters calling Muslims "vile and filthy".


More than 1,000 people have died in Liberia, Guinea, Sierra Leone and Nigeria since the outbreak was first reported in February. Miguel Pajares, 75, was airlifted back to Spain from Liberia last week with a nun who tested negative for the virus. For the past few days he had been treated with an untested, experimental drug, Zmapp. A World Health Organization (WHO) panel in Geneva has meanwhile approved the ethics of using ZMapp. According to the Reuters news agency, the panel said it was ethical to combat the Ebola outbreak by offering drugs or vaccines whose side-effects and efficacy had yet to be proven. The priest was part of a Catholic order at St Joseph's hospital in the Liberian capital, Monrovia. The hospital has now been closed because of the outbreak. A Congolese nun died there on Saturday, days after its director, Patrick Nshamdze, also died.

Summary: A Spanish missionary who contracted the Ebola virus while working in West Africa has died in hospital in Madrid.


The crash, involving a Vauxhall Meriva and a black Renault Megane, happened at about 13:50 on Saturday near Ellon. Police Scotland said the woman died at the scene. The injured are being treated at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. The road was closed for several hours on Saturday while crash investigators worked at the scene. Sgt Neil Morrison, of Police Scotland, said: "Inquiries into the cause of this collision are at an early stage. However, we would ask anyone who was in the area at the time or who saw either of these vehicles in the area prior to collision to come forward."

Summary: A 57-year-old woman has died and five people were injured in a collision on the A90 between Aberdeen and Peterhead.


Heat's TV critic Boyd Hilton is one of those saddened at the news. He has also earned support from The Mirror's TV critic Ian Hyland. But some fans were not so kind and were very keen on co-host Matt LeBlanc taking over the show. Some fans were supportive too. His exit gained the hashtag #Chrexit on Twitter, in reference to Brexit, Britain leaving the EU. And some famous people have been putting themselves forward to fill his shoes - including fellow DJ Chris Moyles and singers John Newman and Ellie Goulding.

Summary: Fans and celebrities have been giving their reaction to the resignation of Chris Evans from Top Gear.


Sky Ballantyne, 12 and sister Kia, 14, will appear on the BBC Two show on Sunday. They will pitch their gadget Crikey Bikey, a harness to help parents teach children to ride bikes safely. After winning their Monmouthshire school's inventor competition, they became junior engineers of the year at the Big Bang Fair in Birmingham. The harness, worn by children learning to ride a bicycle, has a handle on the back for parents to hold on to, putting a stop to bad backs and scraped knees. Sky had the idea after she saw a dad struggling to teach his child to cycle in the park.

Summary: Two entrepreneurs are among the youngest to ever face the Dragons' Den panel.


The 21-year-old has been at Chelsea since she was nine and spent last season on loan with Women's Super League 2 side Bristol City. "I know a few of the girls already from playing with England and I have met a few of them as well. Everyone has made me feel really welcome," she said. "I'm buzzing to start pre-season in August and meet the rest of them."

Summary: Everton Ladies have signed England Under-23 midfielder Jodie Brett from Chelsea Ladies.


The ticket plus coach packages went on sale at 18:00 BST on Thursday and were all gone by 18:23. That was the time organisers posted a tweet saying they had all been snapped up. General tickets to the 2017 event - which runs from 21 to 25 June at Worthy Farm in Somerset - will be released at 09:00 on Sunday. No acts have yet been announced, though Daft Punk and Kraftwerk have been tipped as potential headliners. Thursday's ticket issue saw buyers purchase tickets priced Â£238 per person in conjunction with coach tickets from various UK locations. Online traffic was reportedly so heavy that many would-be purchasers were unable to access the official festival website. Last year, the 118,200 standard tickets were snapped up in half an hour. Follow us on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts, on Instagram, or if you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk.

Summary: The first batch of tickets released for next year's Glastonbury Festival have sold out in just 23 minutes.


Stearman, 29, returns to Molineux less than 12 months after he left Wolves to join Fulham in September 2015. "I think it will be quite emotional. When I left I didn't really get the chance to speak to the fans which hurt," Stearman said of his return. "It will be great that I never really needed to say goodbye because I'm back and I can say hello." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Wolverhampton Wanderers have re-signed former defender Richard Stearman on a season-long loan deal from Fulham.


The 29-year-old has signed a two-year deal with Karl Robinson's side after helping the Bantams to May's play-off final, where they lost to Millwall. Clarke scored 25 goals in 122 games over three years for the Bantams. "Billy is someone that I've tried to sign a number of times and I'm really excited that he will be joining us," boss Robinson told the club website. "Billy ticks all of those boxes and on top of that he is also very talented. If you look on paper, he is up there with some of the best players in League One. "He is very effective - can play in a number of positions - and he is certainly going to bring goals, creativity, energy and an aggressive streak to the team." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Charlton Athletic have signed forward Billy Clarke from League One rivals Bradford City for an undisclosed fee.


Once a 100-tonne crane has lowered them into place the barrage will be drained so engineers can inspect its four massive "fish belly" gates. Workers from the Canal and River Trust will then carry out necessary repairs. When construction began 20 years ago, Stockton's Tees Barrage was considered the largest civil engineering project in the UK. It opened in 1995 and as well as controlling the flow of the river and preventing flooding it is also used for leisure activities including water-skiing, windsurfing and white water rafting. A public open day for people to find out more about the works will be held on 22 August.

Summary: Temporary dams are being installed on the Tees Barrage as part of a £100,000 maintenance programme.


The drugs, said to have a street value of £500,000. were believed to have been destined for Jersey, which lies 14 miles (22km) from France. A 57-year-old Irish national was arrested in Granville at the weekend and has appeared in court in France. Following the arrest, Jersey authorities carried out "a number of searches" in the island. Officers say the investigation is continuing. Mark Cockerham, director of enforcement at Jersey Customs and Immigration, described the seizure as "significant". "Had it been imported and distributed in Jersey this would have led to a large supply being available at user level," he said. "Whilst we have seen a marked increase in the seizures of new psychoactive substances this year, this demonstrates that there is still a demand for class A drugs in Jersey." During 2013, Jersey customs seized drugs worth £2.4m.

Summary: French and Jersey customs officers have seized 4kg (8lb 13oz) of cocaine on the Normandy coast.


Domingo's owners Paola Albertazzi and Richard Haggerty of Eryrys, near Mold, regularly carry out local litter picks and bring their pet llama along to help out. He has a bespoke harness to carry rubbish more easily. Now Domingo is now the official mascot for Keep Wales Tidy's Spring Clean Cymru campaign. The pair got Domingo in 2009 to be a companion for one of their horses - and said he is now part of the furniture. "I have always gone out litter picking and I noticed that having Domingo with me makes people take a bit more notice," Paola told the BBC's Post Cyntaf programme. "And of course, he loves the attention." Community groups, schools and businesses are being encouraged to take part in the campaign, which runs from 1 to 5 March.

Summary: An anti-rubbish campaign has been launched, fronted by a litter-picking llama.


The project has been made possible by Â£50,000 of funding awarded to the group by the UK India Education and Research Initiative. The focus of the research will be on landslide prediction. A team from the university's Coleraine campus will travel to the Darjeeling region of India. UU's Prof Gerard Parr, who will lead the research, said the study would focus on predicting massive landslides caused by extreme weather in remote mountainous areas. He said: "Unfortunately, landslides have historically claimed many lives and damaged infrastructure." The project is also supported by the Department for Employment and Learning. The department's minister Stephen Farry said the process for securing funding for projects between UK and Indian universities was "very competitive". "The department congratulates Ulster University on their success in securing this well-deserved award," he added.

Summary: A team of researchers from Ulster University (UU) will travel to the Himalayan mountains to study landslides early next year.


Officials said almost 1.3 million votes would be recounted after allegations of fraud by the losing candidate - former banker Guillermo Lasso. Mr Lasso has refused to accept anything less than a full recount. His rival, the Socialist candidate, Lenin Moreno, won the second round with a slim majority of 51.15%. He is set to replace his fellow socialist, President Rafael Correa, at the end of May. The recount of the equivalent of 1.2 million votes, which would account for 12% of the total votes cast, will take place on Tuesday in public in the capital Quito. The council has not disclosed what sort of ballots would be recounted.

Summary: The electoral authorities in Ecuador have ordered a partial recount of the votes cast in the presidential election earlier this month.


Army bomb officers were called to examine suspicious objects in the Waterside on Thursday. At about 10:25 GMT, police discovered what turned out to be a pipe bomb in the front garden of a home in Trafalgar Court. A second bomb was discovered at Jeffrey Avenue, also in the Waterside area of Derry. Army bomb experts were at the scene of both alerts. Area Commander for Derry, Chf Insp Tony Callaghan, said: "Two viable devices have now been recovered for forensic examination and all cordons have been lifted. "Residents who were evacuated earlier are now returning home. I would like to take this opportunity to thank them for their co-operation and understanding." DUP councillor Drew Thompson said up to 20 homes had been evacuated at Trafalgar Court. Community centres were opened for those who had to leave their homes.

Summary: Two pipe bombs have been found in separate security alerts in Londonderry.


A flock of Greylag geese turn up on Belfast's Shankill estate every November. They come from Iceland to Belfast over winter, having first arrived about a decade ago. Residents thought they would not stay because of pressure from pets and people. The first year they arrived, people joked that they would make a good Christmas dinner. But loyalist paramilitaries put the word out that they were not to be touched. And so they have prospered on the estate ever since. The birds have now become an integral part of the community. They're a big draw for children and will accept food from people's hands. Traffic also slows down or stops to let them cross the road. The geese leave the estate every evening to roost at nearby lakes.

Summary: They are annual visitors to a Belfast housing estate who are afforded a particularly potent layer of protection.


It has taken Dr Andrew Beaumont six months to build, using 30,000 bricks to build the 6ft (1.82m)-long version of Hertford College. Inside is a "Hogwarts-style" spiral staircase, copies of rooms and a Lego version of principal Will Hutton. The model is to be unveiled at the college's open day on 1 July. Dr Beaumont, a colonial historian, has previously made Lego versions of the 700-year-old college chapel and Bridge of Sighs. His models, built in his spare time, are all constructed from memory. He does not use drawings or plans, he said. Dr Beaumont said the bricks were sourced from distributors in Eastern Europe. The model includes two parts which have a QR code, enabling hopeful students to scan and view college's prospectus. "It's a useful message to show prospective students that we don't take ourselves too seriously,' he said.

Summary: An Oxford University professor has created a Lego version of his college, complete with an "alien experimentation laboratory" and a graffiti tag.


The pair entered the Maysum takeaway on Craigentinny Road at 23:00 on Friday, with the man approaching the counter and demanding money. After staff refused, the pair fled the scene and were last seen heading eastwards down Craigentinny Road. The man was in his 20s, 5ft 7in (1.7m) tall and was wearing a cream-coloured jacket with the hood up and a scarf. The woman was about 5ft 9in (1.75m) tall, and wore a black hooded jacket, a pink hat, dark trousers and a white scarf over her face. Police are carrying out door-to-door inquiries and reviewing CCTV footage, and have appealed for anyone who may have seen the suspects to come forward.

Summary: Police are looking for a man and a woman who tried to hold up a Chinese takeaway in Edinburgh on Christmas Day.


It is one of the biggest-ever purchases for Lockheed, which oversees the F-35 fighter project, since it bought Martin Marietta in 1995. Sikorsky makes the Black Hawk helicopter and the Sea King, which was made by UK firm Westland under license. United Technologies, which owns Sikorsky, said last month it planned to sell the firm. United Technologies will return the spoils to shareholders by buying back shares, it said. The deal will only demand a net cost to Lockheed of $7.1bn, because of $1.9bn of tax benefits it will make, it said. The deal will be closely watched by US defence authorities, who will want to ensure competition is maintained in the market. Lockheed also said it will review its government IT and technical services businesses.

Summary: Fighter jet maker Lockheed Martin said it will buy helicopter manufacturer Sikorsky for $9bn (£5.78bn).


William Paterson, 46, repeatedly stabbed James Beveridge, 41, in the head, neck and body at Farne Court in Kirkcaldy on 15 October last year. Medical staff tried to save Mr Beveridge's life, but he died the next day. Paterson was sentenced at the High Court in Glasgow, having earlier pleaded guilty to culpable homicide. Det Ch Insp Rory Hamilton, of Police Scotland, said: "A man lost his life and William Paterson is now going to jail over a debt amounting to just a few pounds. "This was a tragic incident and I wish to extend my sympathies to James's family and friends. "It was an isolated incident with both the deceased and the offender known to each other, but it still affected the community in Kirkcaldy and I'd like to thank them for their assistance and support during the investigation."

Summary: A man who killed his drug dealer in Fife over £10 has been jailed for 12-and-a-half years.


The 11-year-old was found at the Daventry International Rail Freight Depot at 17:20 BST on Tuesday. Paramedics, including an air ambulance, attended the scene but the boy was pronounced dead. Det Insp Gareth Davies, from British Transport Police, said officers are working to understand "what happened and how this young boy came to receive these awful injuries". The death is currently being treated as "unexplained". Mr Davies said specially trained officers are supporting the boy's family as they "try to come to terms with this awful news".

Summary: A boy has died after sustaining serious electrical burns at a rail depot.


The Fire Service said that while some blazes on Friday were accidental, others were started deliberately. Fire commander Kieran Doherty said one fire on a hill at Ardmore was spread over a mile. "You have to attack it from both sides, and a lot of personnel need to be deployed - we always have to be very vigilant for risk to life and property," he said. "If the wind changes, a fire can turn on its head very quickly."

Summary: There were 40 gorse fires in Counties Tyrone and Londonderry in a single day.


Eliaquim Mangala is expected to depart, which would leave City with Vincent Kompany, John Stones and Nicolas Otamendi as established centre-backs. "We don't have too much more to spend but we are going to see," said Guardiola, speaking before Saturday's friendly against Tottenham (23:00 BST). City have spent about £200m this summer - £120m of that on three full-backs. This month, England right-back Kyle Walker moved from Spurs for £45m, Brazil international Danilo joined from Real Madrid for £26.5m and France left-back Benjamin Mendy was recruited from Monaco for £52m. They join Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva (£43m) and Brazilian goalkeeper Ederson Moraes (£35m) in arriving at City this summer. City have also been linked with moves for Arsenal's Chile forward Alexis Sanchez and another Monaco player, £160m-rated 18-year-old France striker Kylian Mbappe. However, Guardiola declined to answer questions on that duo, stating that "they are Arsenal and Monaco players".

Summary: Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says the club "will try" to sign a central defender this summer.


Wall Street and bourses across Europe have been recovering some of the ground since the UK voted last week to leave the European Union. In Japan, the benchmark Nikkei 225 share index finished 1.6% higher at 15,566.83. Shares in carmaker Toyota rose by more than 2% despite fresh recalls over faulty airbags. Other markets across Asia also saw gains, despite the continued uncertainty in the wake of the UK's referendum vote. Investors are hoping that central banks will step in with more stimulus measures should the global economy weaken. Hong Kong's Hang Seng closed 1.3% higher at 20,436.12 while the mainland benchmark Shanghai Composite finished up 0.65% at 2,931.59. In Australia, the ASX/200 index also closed higher, up 0.8% at 5,142.40. Shares in commodity giants Rio Tinto and BHP Billiton were both up by almost 2%. In South Korea, the Kospi share index finished 1% higher at 1,956.36.

Summary: Asian stock markets have recorded more gains, continuing the positive lead set by the US and Europe on Tuesday.


The fire spread from an oil tank to a house on the Ballycastle Road at about 04:00 GMT. A man, a woman and a small child were taken to hospital and treated for smoke inhalation . The occupants and neighbours were moved from their homes while fire crews tackled the blaze. Substantial damage was caused to the house. PSNI Detective Sergeant Kelly Gallagher said: "Following enquiries, it is believed that this fire may have been started deliberately. "I would therefore appeal to anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity in the area between the hours of 2am and 4am, or anyone who knows anything about this incident, to contact detectives at Coleraine Police Station."

Summary: The PSNI believe a fire in Coleraine, County Londonderry, last Sunday may have been started deliberately.


The firm had previously called back about 500,000 units because they posed a safety risk. At least one person suffered burns after a device exploded. The extension covers about a further million copies of the kit. "We are taking this action because we are aware of a very small number of further incidents where Power Bars have overheated," EE said. The firm began offering the devices to its customers in April. Users were able to exchange depleted ones for fully-charged units in its shops, but could also recharge them via a USB connection. Although consumers did not have to pay for the Power Bars, the firm is offering a Â£20 voucher to those who return the devices. "Keeping our customers safe is extremely important to us, and that's why we're taking this voluntary and precautionary action," EE added.

Summary: Mobile network EE is expanding its Power Bar recall to include all copies of its smartphone charger.


Polling stations are open from 07:00 to 22:00 BST on Thursday, with 4,285,323 people - 97% of the electorate - registered to vote. During the campaign there has been much debate about the likely impact on Wales of the result, whichever way it goes. Voters will answer "Yes" or "No" to the referendum question: "Should Scotland be an independent country?" Counting will take place through the night, with the result expected to be declared on Friday morning. Follow reaction to the results as they come in on the BBC Wales News live page from 22:30 BST.

Summary: Politicians in Wales are awaiting the result of the Scottish referendum on independence as voting gets under way.


The woman in her 20s north was cycling north on Minto Street in Newington on Tuesday at about 11:55 when the collision took place. She was riding a yellow mountain bike with the initials GT in white writing on it. The silver Mazda 6 was travelling westwards from Duncan Street onto Blacket Avenue when the crash happened. PC Denise Humphrey, of Police Scotland, said: "We are keen to speak to anyone who was on Minto Street or Blacket Avenue on Tuesday around 11:55."

Summary: A cyclist has a serious shoulder injury following a crash with a car in Edinburgh.


A police helicopter was scrambled when reports emerged of a truck "driving erratically" around Hazel Gardens in Sonning Common in September last year. The boy told Oxford Magistrates' Court court: "It probably wasn't the best thing to have done." He admitted aggravated vehicle taking, possessing an unloaded firearm, and careless driving. The magistrates heard the teenager stole the vehicle from Oliver Agriculture in Cane End, near Reading, and drove it two-and-a-half miles to Sonning Common. There he wrote off a Fiat Punto by tipping it on to its side, a prosecutor said. Chairman of the magistrates Colin Mcguire described the fork-lift truck as "a lethal machine" and asked the Youth Justice Service to carry out a report. The teenager from Henley-on-Thames, who cannot be named for legal reasons, will be sentenced on 16 August.

Summary: A 15-year-old boy has admitted tipping over a car with a fork-lift truck while armed with an air rifle.


The installation from environmental charity WWF-Cymru holds hundreds of messages from people all over Wales. The National Library of Wales, Caernarfon Castle and Swansea's Waterfront museum will also switch their lights off on Saturday evening. Musicians will perform next to the bottle during the switch-off. WWF-Cymru head Anne Meikle said: "We are thrilled by the public response to this year's Earth Hour Wales. It is the biggest yet, and we're delighted that, for the second year, all 22 local authorities have signed up, together with businesses and over 300 schools. "This includes Coastlands Primary School, whose pupil, Rebecca, won the UK-wide Earth Hour poetry competition." Assembly presiding officer Elin Jones AM said: "We strive to improve our environmental performance; not just by supporting Earth Hour each year, but making improvements like a 40% reduction in our energy footprint since 2008."

Summary: A giant bottle made up of dozens of smaller ones carrying messages about climate change is at the the Senedd as Earth Hour is marked.


Leader Valley School in Earlston replaces previous provision at primaries in Hawick and Innerleithen. Councillor Sandy Aitchison said it was an "extremely auspicious day" for everyone involved in the project. He said the facility would be a "wonderful resource" not only for staff and pupils but also for parents and the wider community. "Getting to this point has been quite a journey but this school is the result of our desire to provide the best we can for these children and parents and is certainly a project that I am particularly proud to have been part of," he said. "I wish everyone well in the days and weeks to come as they settle in to their new premises and make it their own." An open afternoon for the community is being held at the school on 28 February from 15:30 to 17:30.

Summary: A new £1.7m school for pupils with profound and complex needs has opened in the Scottish Borders.


The 26-year-old has made four appearances for the Cherry and Whites this term. Trinder is nearing full fitness after being out with a hamstring injury. "Henry's attitude during my time at the club has been second to none, and his determination to return to fitness has been admirable," said Gloucester's director of rugby David Humphreys. "We are building a lot of depth within our squad, and Henry is another key cog in our backline."

Summary: Gloucester centre Henry Trinder has signed a long-term contract extension at the Premiership club.


An electrical problem between Wandsworth Common and Clapham Junction on Thursday caused services in and out of Victoria station to be suspended. Network Rail said services were back to normal at 08:00 BST. A displaced conductor rail caused damage to six trains on Thursday, leaving commuters stranded for up to five hours. Emergency services were called in to rescue passengers on some services, with the London Fire Brigade helping about 900 off non-moving trains. Police and paramedics also brought water on board some trains for those who had been stuck inside without air conditioning. All Gatwick Express services were cancelled and passengers on Southern trains were badly affected.

Summary: Train services through south London have resumed after a power cut which left thousands stranded.


Netzpolitik.org reported on plans to expand the country's domestic surveillance of online communications earlier in the year. The site says it has received a letter from prosecutors announcing the probe against two of its journalists as well as an unidentified source. The stories were published in February and April. The February article alleged Germany's domestic intelligence agency wanted additional funds to increase its online surveillance programmes. The April follow-up was about the spy agency's efforts to set up a special unit to monitor social networking websites. An earlier report suggested the pair of journalists had already been charged with treason, but it has since emerged that they are in fact being investigated. In Germany the maximum punishment for treason is 15 years in prison unless a judge decides to override that with a harsher sentence.

Summary: Germany's federal prosecutors are investigating whether a website has committed treason.


A telehandler vehicle was used to smash a wall at the rear of the Sainsbury's Local store on Bingham Road in Cotgrave at about 04:00 BST on Monday. The cash machine was taken away in another vehicle described as a white vehicle, possibly an Audi, police said. Officers have sealed off the area and have appealed for any witnesses to come forward. It is unclear how much of the shop has been damaged.

Summary: A cash machine has been stolen in a ram raid on a Nottinghamshire supermarket.


The new deal means the 30-year-old full-back will remain in Inverness until the summer of 2017. Tremarco joined the Highlanders in July 2013 after spells at Tranmere Rovers, Wrexham, Darlington and Macclesfield. "Carl is a great player with a great attitude and it's good to get him signed up for another year," said Caley Thistle manager John Hughes. "There's other players who we've also made offers to and hopefully we can get some more sorted soon."

Summary: Inverness Caledonian Thistle defender Carl Tremarco has agreed a contract extension with the club.


The 17-year-old has already made seven first-team appearances for the Scottish Premiership outfit this term. But Dundee manager Paul Hartley thinks he will benefit from more starts. "This will stand him in good stead, it will be great experience for him and he needs to go get experience of first-team football," Hartley told his club website. "He will come back a better player. "It will do him the world of good at this point in his development to get more first-team experience." Wighton, a product of the Dens Park youth system, broke into the first-team squad last season as they headed for the title and promotion. The Scotland Under-17 cap has scored one senior goal this season, taking his total for Dundee to three as he found the net in a 1-1 draw with Partick Thistle in August.

Summary: Highly-rated Dundee striker Craig Wighton has joined Scottish League One outfit Brechin City on loan.


The 29-year-old, who is currently in Rio hosting coverage of the Olympic Games, said he was "a huge fan" of the show and "cannot wait to get started". "I'm still waiting for someone to wake me up and tell me I'm dreaming! It's going to be so much fun," he added. Oduba is the fourth star announced for the show, which begins in September. He joins former shadow chancellor Ed Balls, singer Will Young and presenter Laura Whitmore, who were confirmed earlier this week. Oduba, who also appears on BBC Breakfast, said: "I've been such a huge fan of the show for over a decade. So to actually take to the Strictly stage myself, I don't think I've been more nervously excited - aside from on my wedding day. Let's hope for fewer tears!" Follow us on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts, on Instagram at bbcnewsents, or email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk.

Summary: BBC Sport presenter Ore Oduba has become the latest celebrity to join the line-up for the new series of BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing.


Snowboarder Jones, 34, won Britain's first and only Olympic medal on snow at Sochi 2014 in the slopestyle final. Olympic snowboarders Jamie Nicholls, Aimee Fuller and Billy Morgan compete. But skier James Woods misses the event to contest the Winter X Games, which clashes with the World Championships. Elsewhere, winter Olympian Zoe Gillings-Brier will contest the snowboard cross while Sochi Olympian Katie Summerhayes, who won gold at the 2014 Junior World Championships, contests the ski slopestyle. Snowboard Slopestyle: Aimee Fuller, Jamie Nicholls, Billy Morgan, Sam Turnbull Snowboard Big Air: Aimee Fuller, Jamie Nicholls, Billy Morgan, Sam Turnbull Ski Slopestyle: Katie Summerhayes, Anna Vincenti, Isabel Atkin Ski Halfpipe: Murray Buchan, James Machon, Rowan Cheshire, Molly Summerhayes Moguls: Ellie Koyander, Andrew Longley Aerials: Elodie Wallace, Lloyd Wallace Ski Cross: Ed Drake, Liz Stevenson, Emily Sarsfield, Pam Thorburn Snowboard Cross: Zoe Gillings-Brier, Stephanie Gehrig, Thomas Bankes

Summary: Britain have named a 22-strong squad for this month's Freestyle Ski and Snowboard World Championships in Kreischberg, but Olympic bronze medallist Jenny Jones does not feature.


The Italian man was taken to an unknown destination from a street near Italy's embassy in south-west Sanaa, security and diplomatic sources have said. Police have said they are trying to track down and identify the gunmen. The Italian Foreign Ministry in Rome confirmed the kidnapping to the AP news agency. Kidnappings of foreigners are common in Yemen and are usually resolved peacefully. The majority of kidnappings are carried out by gunmen who use captives to make bargains with the Yemeni government. Officials tend to blame tribesmen or gunmen linked to al-Qaeda for taking foreigners. A French official working for the Red Cross was released earlier this month after being kidnapped in April. A Swiss woman who was working as a teacher and seized by al-Qaeda militants in March remains a hostage.

Summary: A security agent working for the Italian embassy in Yemen's capital Sanaa has been kidnapped by gunmen, officials said.


The 26-year-old, who spent the final two months of the 2015-16 season on loan at Plymouth, will join Gary Bowyer's men later this month. Jamaican-born Matt scored seven goals in 14 games for Argyle as they reached the League Two play-off final. "Jamille fits the profile for the type of striker I wanted to bring to the club," Bowyer told the club website. "He's strong, powerful, determined and, most importantly, knows where the goal is," Bowyer added. Matt is Bowyer's first signing since he became Blackpool boss on 1 June. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Blackpool have signed striker Jamille Matt from neighbouring League One side Fleetwood Town on a two-year deal.


Metropolitan Police officer Tom Harrison, from Amersham, Buckinghamshire, used the name Mr Gorilla during the challenge. All sponsorship money would go to The Gorilla Organisation, he said. After crossing the finishing line he was congratulated by TV celebrity and conservationist Bill Oddie. Mr Harrison missed out on the marathon finishers' medal, awarded to runners who complete the course within eight hours, but was given a trophy and a stuffed gorilla toy. He slept at friends' homes overnight and spent 10-12 hours most days covering the course. Mr Harrison said it was difficult crawling on his knees and he eventually decided to walk on all fours - feet and hands. "When people saw the marathon number on my back they realised what I was doing and support grew. "People even stopped to cheer me," he said.

Summary: A man has raised nearly £50,000 for gorilla conservation by crawling around the 26.2-mile London Marathon course in costume over six and a half days.


A 49-8 defeat of Hong Kong in Tokyo ensured they maintained their record of appearing in every tournament to date. They join Scotland, South Africa, Samoa and the United States in Pool B of the 20-team competition which begins in September next year. Hong Kong can still join them despite the loss, if they come through the four-team repechage. If Hong Kong were to beat Uruguay in the first round, they would then face either Russia or an African team in the final. Should they win that, they would secure the last place in Pool A alongside the hosts, Wales, Australia and either Fiji or the Cook Islands. Japan, the hosts of the 2019 tournament, are coached by Eddie Jones, who led the Australia team defeated by England in the 2003 final in Sydney.

Summary: Japan have qualified for the 2015 Rugby World Cup in England after clinching the Asian Five Nations title on Sunday.


Rio Tinto was among the fallers, down 2.8% after it updated the market on its performance. It said profits had almost doubled to $3.3bn for the six months to 30 June. The benchmark FTSE 100 ended the day down 0.16% at 7,411.43. In the FTSE 250, shares in William Hill bookmaker rose 6.1%, despite an 11% drop in first-half pre-tax profit. The firm, which named a new chief executive and a finance chief in March, said profit before interest and tax for the 26 weeks to 27 June fell to Â£109m from Â£122m a year earlier. Other big winners in the FTSE 100 included ITV, Paddy Power Betfair, Kingfisher and Babcock International. Other big fallers included Standard Chartered, Rolls-Royce, Micro Focus International and BAE Systems. On the currency markets, the pound was up 0.2% against the dollar at $1.3230 and 0.3% down against the euro at 1.1156 euros.

Summary: Investment group Old Mutual topped the London stock market in Wednesday trade, up by 2.8%.


Local media say as many as 29 people were killed in the attack by suspected herdsmen from the Fulani ethnic group and police were caught in an ambush. Unconfirmed reports suggest the herdsmen were acting in revenge. The BBC's Ishaq Khalid says there is an ongoing conflict between herdsmen and farmers over land and grazing rights. This particular feud was over the destruction of farm crops, police spokesman Othman Abubakar told AFP news agency. Mr Abubakar said the gunmen had looted food supplies and set fire to homes before fleeing on Sunday morning. The police chief of Girei town, in Adamawa State, was killed when police had been ambushed on the way to the site of the attack, he added One suspect has been arrested.

Summary: At least 20 people, including a police chief, were killed in early morning attacks on four villages in northern Nigeria, police say.


Ramadan al-Anzi's column in al-Jazirah newspaper lauded the monarch using attributes usually reserved for God. And while effusive praise of the king is customary - and even expected - comparisons to deities are frowned upon in Saudi Arabia. As a result, the "astonished" King Salman sent instructions to suspend Mr Anzi, Saudi media reported. The newspaper had already published an apology for Friday's column, in which Mr Anzi described King Salman as "Haleem", or forbearing, and "Shadeed al-Eqab", both phrases reserved for God. "The phrases and tribute which the author bestowed on the personality of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, are not acceptable, despite what God had bestowed upon him, may God protect him, of the honour of serving the two holy mosques, Islam, the homeland and the people," al-Jazirah wrote. Some Saudi media reported action had also been ordered against the newspaper.

Summary: A Saudi columnist has been suspended after he went too far in praise of the country's leader, King Salman.


Jhajharia, also a gold medallist in 2004, achieved a throw of 63.97m. The win gave India its second gold medal of the Rio games, taking its overall tally to four - two golds, one silver and a bronze. High jumpers Mariyappan Thangavelu and Varun Bhati won gold and bronze, while shot-putter Deepa Malik won a silver. According to The Indian Express newspaper, Jhajharia lost his left hand after accidentally touching an electrical wire while trying to climb a tree when he was eight years old. He began competing in para-athletics while still in school, and made his international debut in the 2002 Asian Games in Busan. Jhajharia lives in Rajasthan with his wife and two children, and works for the Indian Railways. Many Indians woke up to the news and praised Jhajharia's feat. Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the lead:

Summary: India's Devendra Jhajharia has become the first Indian to win two Paralympic gold medals, breaking his own world record in the men's javelin throw.


The Swede, 39, shot a steady two-under 68 to record a sixth straight round under par at the East Lake course. Stenson is one of five players for whom victory would mean he would win the FedEx Cup, and with it a £6.6m bonus. Masters and US Open champion Spieth is another, and his 66 was the best score of the day. World number one Jason Day is also in contention for the FedEx Cup and is one-over after a level-par second round. Making up the quintet are American's Rickie Fowler (one under) and Bubba Watson (one over), who shot rounds of 69 and 71 respectively. Englishman Paul Casey is handily placed in third on five-under after a level-par round, while Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy is tied fifth on three-under after a 71. Former US Open winner Justin Rose remains in contention after a 68 left him two under.

Summary: Henrik Stenson has a three-stroke lead over American Jordan Spieth after a rain-hit second round of the Tour Championship in Atlanta.


Lancashire Police apologised to the man after the October 2012 incident. The man's solicitor said the settlement was undisclosed. The victim's identity is protected by a court order. The man brought a claim for false imprisonment, assault and battery and breach of the Human Rights Act 1998 against Lancashire Constabulary. He has described being Tasered as feeling like "grabbing an electricity pylon". The man said he had post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and had been left "very nervous". An investigation by the Independent Police Complaints Commission said the police officer who shot him had "used a level of force that was unnecessary and disproportionate". Following a disciplinary hearing in 2014, the officer was told to apologise to the man in person and was given a "performance-improvement notice".

Summary: A blind man hit with a stun gun when his white stick was mistaken for a sword has agreed an out-of-court settlement with Lancashire Police.


The fee is believed to be in the region of US$8m (£6m) and would be the highest paid to an African club. BBC Sport understands the deal for the 23-year-old will go through this week. Evouna joined Ahly last summer from Moroccan side Wydad Casablanca. He scored 12 goals in 24 matches to help them win their 38th league title. He became the most expensive player in Egyptian football history when he signed for the Red Devils for US$2.5m (£1.9m) but is set to ;leave after only one season. Evouna has scored 10 goals in 19 appearances for his country and played for the Panthers at the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations on home soil.

Summary: Gabon international striker Malick Evouna is set to join Chinese Super League side Tianjin Teda from Egyptian giants Al Ahly.


Midfielder Joel Byrom, 30, has joined on an undisclosed length contract after being released by Northampton Town Goalkeeper Jake Kean has joined on loan from Championship side Sheffield Wednesday, with the 25-year-old staying at Field Mill until the summer. Twenty-year-old Sheffield United midfielder Ben Whiteman has also joined on loan until the end of the season. "When we came in it was important for all of us that we increased competition in all areas of the pitch," Evans told the club website. "We have to be ruthless in our recruitment and are making sure we're doing that." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Mansfield Town manager Steve Evans has made three additions to his side as the January transfer window opens.


So far six bodies have been recovered, and the authorities believe there may be nine more bodies inside the mine. Officials said some of the miners were trapped at a depth of about 17m (55 feet). The mine collapsed because of flooding, apparently after a power cut shut off pumps to keep out water from a nearby river. The accident happened in Caldas province in north-western Colombia. Leonardo Mejia, the mine owner, told reporters that several miners had managed to escape when they realised something was wrong. The National Mining Agency (ANM) said local firefighters reported that gases in the deep, vertical tunnels had contributed to the cave-in. Colombia is a major gold producer but more than half its mines are unregulated.

Summary: Rescue workers have begun recovering the bodies of miners trapped in a flooded gold mine in Colombia.


Clerk of the course Gary Thompson confirmed the opening four-lap Supersport race will start at 13:00 BST. However, police said part of the course between Ballacraine and Ballig is currently closed after a tree fell on top of a car. It is not believed anyone in the car was injured. The day's schedule also includes the first Sidecar race at 14:50 BST and practice sessions for TT Zero, Superstock and Lightweight machines. Most roads around the course will close to traffic at midday. The Mountain Road from Barrule Park, Ramsey to Bungalow will close at 11.15 and Bungalow to Creg Ny Baa at 11:30. The event's opening Superbike race was won by Yorkshire racer Ian Hutchinson on Sunday.

Summary: The second day of racing at the Isle of Man TT has been delayed because of poor weather on the island.


Sheila Boon, 55, transferred money from the woman, who was in a nursing home in Bournemouth, to herself. She then claimed her relative had no money and made claims for care costs to the local borough council. Boon, of Weybridge, Surrey, had denied fraud by abuse of position but was found guilty after a three-week trial. She was sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court on Monday. Boon spent the money on property, travel expenses and tried to buy a car, police said. Det Sgt Paul Smith, of Dorset Police, said the investigation into Boon had been "protracted and difficult" due to the fact the victim could not be interviewed "because of her age and frailties". "The defendant took the decision to secure her inheritance and invested her relative's money without her consent before it was all spent on care fees," he said.

Summary: A woman who stole £105,000 from a "frail" elderly relative's care fund and used it to buy property has been jailed for 18 months.


Louise Hunt said it related to an allegation that security services had some notice of the attack on 21 November 1974, which killed 21 people. The senior coroner said she was not aware of the material appearing in the public domain before. She concluded today's hearing saying a final decision will be made on 1 June. More on this and other Birmingham stories Ms Hunt said: "It's significant and does raise concerns in relation to potential advanced notice, that's as much as I can say." The Birmingham and Solihull coroner has been hearing an application to resume inquests into the 21 deaths. The bombings in Birmingham city centre also injured 182 people. It is widely acknowledged the IRA orchestrated the attack. Six men were jailed but released in 1991 after their convictions were overturned by the Court of Appeal.

Summary: "Significant" information has been shared with the senior coroner considering whether the Birmingham pub bombings inquest should reopen.


France's Etixx-Quick Step rider Julian Alaphilippe, 23, was the overall winner from BMC's Rohan Dennis. Team Dimension Data rider Cavendish, 31, held off Tinkoff's Peter Sagan to take his first stage victory of the race. "I'm happy," Cavendish told Eurosport. "We've been consistently visible throughout the week." Cavendish was part of a group that reeled in an early seven-man breakaway with two kilometres to go on the 138km route. The 2011 Tour de France green jersey winner then emerged from the bunch to finish ahead of Sagan and Katusha's Alexander Kristoff by a bike length.

Summary: Great Britain's Mark Cavendish won the final stage of the Tour of California in a sprint finish on Sunday.


It comes as Cancer Research UK has revealed around 730 people in Wales are diagnosed with malignant melanoma annually. It is the second most common cancer in people aged aged 15 to 34. Over-65s are around seven times more likely to develop the disease compared with 40 years ago, the charity said. A boom in cheap package holidays in the 1960s is one of the reasons behind the "worrying rise" in skin cancers in pensioners, Cancer Research UK suggests.

Summary: New figures have shown 130 people die from skin cancer in Wales every year.


The pools at La Valette were badly damaged by large granite boulders thrown up to 40ft (12m) by huge waves which battered the coast last February. Deputy Mike O'Hara said it was unclear where the funds would come from and when the pools would reopen. He said the cost of maintaining the pools would also be substantial. The pools are used all year round by swimmers and were built after the loss of beachfront due to the extensive development of St Peter Port Harbour. The ladies' and children's pools reopened last year but the men's and the horseshoe pools still remain closed.

Summary: Repairing Guernsey's storm-damaged Victorian bathing pools could cost up to £200,000, the culture and leisure minister has said.


The all-Premiership tie at Hampden Park will be played on Sunday, 31 January. Championship side Hibernian take on top flight St Johnstone in the other semi-final at Tynecastle Stadium on Saturday, 30 January. Both matches, which have 15:00 GMT kick-off times, will be covered live on BBC Radio Scotland. The television and radio coverage will be streamed on the BBC Sport website, which will also feature highlights of the two matches. Celtic beat Dundee United in last season's final and overcame Hearts to reach the last four this time. County beat Highland rivals Inverness Caledonian Thistle and St Johnstone came from behind to beat Greenock Morton in the quarter-finals. And Hibs beat Dundee United in their last-eight tie, having taken another Premiership scalp by defeating Aberdeen in the previous round.

Summary: BBC Scotland will broadcast live television coverage of the Scottish League Cup semi-final between Ross County and holders Celtic.


However, by early afternoon the bank said the problem had been fixed, and all customers had been refunded. It said an "incredibly low" percentage of its customers had suffered from duplicated debit card transactions. It follows a problem with card payments at Asda over the weekend, although that problem too has since been fixed. A spokesperson for Barclays said: "We detected a small number of duplicated debit card payments this morning. "We apologise for any inconvenience caused and any affected customers will not be out of pocket." Barclays has 15 million card customers in the UK, but it said that "a fraction of a per cent" of them had been affected by the problem. The bank added that those affected were in the north of the country, but it could not be more specific.

Summary: Thousands of Barclays customers in the north of the UK had payments wrongly taken from their accounts, the bank has admitted.


Donal Ó Coisdealbha from Killester, north Dublin was arrested on explosive charges in the run-up to the visit of Prince Charles to Ireland in 2015. Ó Coisdealbha admitted to the Dublin's Special Criminal Court that he was a dissident republican. He was arrested during a Garda operation when explosive devices, improvised rockets, detonators, timing units and Semtex were discovered. It was six days before the visit of Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall to the west of Ireland in May 2015. O'Coisdealbha had been under audio and visual surveillance for five months and was seen meeting convicted republicans in a pub near Dublin airport and in the city centre. He was also seen acting suspiciously at the back of Glasnevin Cemetery in north Dublin. Gardaí (Irish police) believe an attack had been planned to coincide with the royal visit.

Summary: A 25-year-old dissident republican has been jailed in Dublin for five years.


The jogger was struck as he ran along the A51 Tamedrive, in Tamworth, Staffordshire, on Friday morning. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the car involved, a grey Audi, was uninjured. The road was closed, between the Bolebridge Island to Lichfield Street, during the morning for investigation work. Police would like any witnesses to contact them. More on this and other news from Staffordshire

Summary: A man out running has died after being hit by a car.


James Rawlings, born at Ipswich Hospital, was just 18 days old when he died at home in May last year. An inquest in Ipswich heard that despite the concerns of a midwife and the mother Jo Rawlings, Dr Lovelina Das delayed a Caesarean delivery. The hearing was told that Dr Das no longer worked at the hospital. The hospital trust said it had been unable to contact Dr Das, who is believed to be working abroad. The trust admitted that if James had been delivered earlier, he would probably have survived. Mrs Rawlings praised the midwife for her support. Greater Suffolk coroner Peter Dean concluded that James died from a lack of oxygen and sepsis. "The evidence shows that had James been delivered earlier he would not have died on May 16," said Dr Dean Mr and Mrs Rawlings now have a new eight-week-old son called Joshua.

Summary: A hospital has admitted a breach of duty following the death of a newborn baby as a result of delays to his mother having a Caesarean.