A cinema, restaurants and shops, as well as public space in the form of an amphitheatre are included in Princesshay Partnership's proposals. John Grinnell, of the partnership, said: "It's an extremely complex project and there's still a long way to go in planning and design terms." A public consultation was held on its initial plans last November. "We're really pleased to submit an outline application, which is an important step in unlocking the true potential of this gateway to Exeter," Mr Grinnell said. "As the region's best shopping and leisure scheme, Princesshay is a fantastic asset for the city and we're committed to improving it even further, whether that's by bringing in great new brands and restaurants, or working with the council to regenerate the bus station site." The Princesshay Partnership is a joint venture between the Crown Estate and TH Real Estate.

Summary: Plans for a £70m redevelopment of the bus and coach station in Exeter have been submitted to the city council.


The former Down boss has been the Erne County's manager since succeeding Peter Canavan in November 2013. Fermanagh failed to win a Championship match this year and were relegated to Division Three of the league. After losing to Armagh in the first round of the All-Ireland qualifiers, McGrath said his management team would take time to consider their future. On Wednesday night, Fermanagh revealed their manager was remaining in charge and had received the backing of the county board. Fermanagh lost to Monaghan in the preliminary round of this year's Ulster Championship, followed by that qualifier defeat at the Athletic Grounds. McGrath accepted 2017 had been the worst of his four-year spell as Fermanagh manager. However, the veteran boss has his backers who believe he has done a creditable job, including taking the Erne county to the All-Ireland quarter-finals two years ago.

Summary: Pete McGrath is to stay in charge of the Fermanagh senior football team for another year, the county has announced.


The two men died at about 11:10 GMT on Tuesday on Broadway in Yaxley, near Peterborough. Officers searching for the driver of a BMW arrested a man in Chelmsford later that night on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and actual bodily harm. The deceased have not yet been named. More news from Cambridgeshire They were believed to be in their late teens or early 20s and died at the scene of the crash. The driver of a BMW fled on foot and a police helicopter and dog unit were brought in to help in the search. Cambridgeshire Police said they detained a man from Essex on Tuesday night. He is expected to be transferred from Chelmsford to Cambridgeshire later.

Summary: A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing the deaths of two pedestrians killed in an apparent hit-and-run crash.


Buffon, who turns 38 on Thursday, helped Italy win the 2006 World Cup and has collected six Serie A titles with the Italian champions. He told reporters at an awards ceremony in Milan: "If I can push myself up to the 2018 World Cup then I'll go on. "After that I'll close the door and stop playing football," he added. Buffon, who has played a record 154 times for Italy, is expected to be first choice at this summer's European Championships in France. Italy are in Group E with the Republic of Ireland, Belgium and Sweden. He remains the world's most expensive goalkeeper after his £32.5m move from Parma to Juventus in 2001.

Summary: Veteran Italy and Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has said he intends to retire after the 2018 World Cup finals in Russia.


The family of Clive Colling - who disappeared from Bideford - has said that, subject to formal identification, he was found in the Torridge River on Friday. A Facebook post said:"After 104 days nature finally gave him up." Step-daughter Sally Hewins wrote: "Thank you to the locals for their thoughts, efforts and kindness." She added: "He was found in the Torridge River by canoeists and I thank them for their bravery yesterday, along with the RNLI for the ultimate recovery and the police for their sensitivity." The family held a candle-lit vigil for Mr Colling in Bideford on Friday evening. Devon and Cornwall Police said formal identification would "confirm" the body's identity and "next of kin have been informed at this sensitive time".

Summary: A body found in a north Devon river is thought to be a 77-year-old dementia sufferer missing since New Year's Day.


The Independent received 38% of the first preference votes. He was elected after the second preference votes were counted, when no candidates received more than 50% of first preference votes. Mr Underhill received a total of 66,660 first and second preferences compared with his nearest challenger, Conservative Andrew Graham. Mr Graham received 44,548 of the first and second preference votes. Turnout was nearly 23%, up from 17% in 2012. Candidates are listed alphabetically by surname. BBC News App users: tap here to see the results.

Summary: Martyn Underhill has been re-elected as Police and Crime Commissioner for Dorset.


Three other people were injured, one seriously, in the incident which happened between Arbroath an Montrose, near the Maryton junction. The collision, at about 12:00, involved a car, a pick-up truck and a security van. Police said the pensioner, who was driving a red Volkswagen Golf, died from his injuries at the scene. The 47-year-old female driver of a blue Mercedes Sprinter Van sustained serious injuries and the front male passenger suffered minor injuries. The 50-year-old male driver of Ford Ranger pick-up also suffered minor injuries in the collision. All of the injured were taken to Ninewells Hospital by ambulance for treatment. A Scottish Fire and Rescue spokesman said four appliances and a specialist rescue vehicle attended the incident. The road is currently closed, but is expected to re-open later.

Summary: A 79-year-old man has been killed in a three-vehicle collision on the A92 in Angus.


A Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary review in December 2014 found issues, including delays in investigating some cases. Following a post-inspection review in August 2015, improvements were found such as more officers assigned. However, concerns still existed over children still being unnecessarily detained overnight. There were also worries over the timeliness of forensic medical examinations in child sexual abuse cases and children involved in online grooming allocated untrained staff. Inspector Wendy Williams said that while she is "encouraged" by improvements, the force will continue to be monitored. An NSPCC Cymru spokesman said: "It is clear there is more work to do and we remain extremely concerned at some of the inspectors' findings." Det Chf Supt Andy John said the force continues to make progress against the recommendations made.

Summary: Concerns still exist over the child protection work of Dyfed-Powys Police, despite improvements in some areas.


Schweinsteiger headed in the opener from David Accam's cross in his side's 2-2 draw against Montreal Impact. The German World Cup winner, 32, moved to the United States on a free transfer from the Red Devils last month. After the move, manager Jose Mourinho apologised for the way he treated the ex-Bayern Munich player this season. Schweinsteiger, who was signed by the Old Trafford club under former boss Louis van Gaal in July 2015, trained alone or with the Under-23 side at United after Mourinho took over as manager last summer. He returned to the first-team set-up before a Europa League game against Fenerbahce in November and played his last game as a substitute against Saint-Etienne in the Europa League on 22 February. Schweinsteiger played the full 90 minutes on his home debut Chicago Fire play next on 8 April against Columbus Crew.

Summary: Former Manchester United midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger scored just 17 minutes into his Major League Soccer debut for Chicago Fire.


The man was driving a blue Mini which was in collision with a silver Mercedes C200 travelling in the opposite direction on Elton Road, between Blackburn and Haslingden. Police said they were alerted about the crash at 08:30 BST. The man, from Ashton-under-Lyne, died at the scene and a man and two girls, who were also in the car, were taken to hospital with serious injuries. The driver of the Mercedes and their passenger were also taken to hospital after the crash, which happened near to the Grey Mare Inn, at the junction of Jackson Heights Road. Their injuries are not thought to be life threatening.

Summary: A 20-year-old man has been killed in a car crash in Lancashire.


Guida and Maia, both over 40 years old, are the first residents. They will be provided with veterinary care and live out their lives in forested areas with pastures. A US-based group bought the land to give the elephants a refuge as zoos in the region close and more laws prohibit the use of animals in circuses. Both elephants are thought to have come from Thailand, where they were illegally taken to be used in circus, Brazil's G1 website reports (in Portuguese). The Global Sanctuary for Elephants bought the land of 2,800 acres, for $1m (Â£820,000) to be paid over five years. The area is located in the western state of Mato Grosso. The first phase of the project will host up to six animals. The sanctuary will not be open for visitors.

Summary: The first elephant sanctuary in Latin America has opened in Brazil to provide a home for an estimated 50 circus animals from across the region.


Severn Trent shares rose 1.7% after it said underlying pre-tax profits rose 4.3% to Â£525m, helped by fewer leaks following an investment programme. Severn was one of the biggest risers on the FTSE 100, with the index up 4.36 points at 7,500.70 in early trade. EasyJet was the biggest riser in the FTSE 100 following a broker upgrade. Shares in the airline climbed 1.9% after RBC Capital Markets raised its rating on the company to "sector perform", arguing it was "increasingly probable EasyJet has reached its profit nadir". After a strong performance on Monday, Marks and Spencer fell back, dropping 1.7%. The High Street retail giant is due to report its full-year results on Wednesday. On the currency markets, the pound slipped 0.1% against the dollar to $1.2987, and was down 0.2% against the euro to 1.1540 euros.

Summary: London's stock market edged higher, with shares in Severn Trent rising after the water company reported an increase in full-year profits.


Angela Cockburn, 49, her husband David, 48, his two daughters Carley Ann, 21, and Bethany, 18, and Bethany's one-year-old daughter Lacie were killed on the A18 in Laceby near Grimsby in 2013. The family, from Ouston, were going to a dance competition. The Crown Prosecution Service had "considered the circumstances of the collision", Humberside Police said. Det Ch Insp Matthew Baldwin said: "No criminal charges will be brought in connection with the incident. The family and the coroner have been notified." The Grimsby stretch of the A18 featured in a BBC television programme, Britain's Killer Roads, in 2011. The programme claimed it was 25 times more dangerous than the average British motorway, with 20 crashes in the preceding three years. North Lincolnshire Council said after the crash that the speed limit on the road would be cut from 60mph to 50mph. The lorry driver had minor injuries.

Summary: No charges will be brought after five members of a County Durham family died when their car crashed with a lorry.


The 30-year-old, who won the -70kg bronze medal at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games and the 2014 Commonwealth Games, secured her best World Championships result in 2009 when she finished fifth. Held in Budapest, this year's World Championships run from 28 August to 3 September. Conway will first take to the mat on Friday, 1 September. "This is one of our milestone events and we believe that the team selected can challenge for medals, but as long as everyone fights to their potential then the results will come," Nigel Donohue, British Judo Performance Director said. "There's a good mix of experience and new blood in this team and they're up for the challenge. The likes of Sally Conway and Natalie Powell have been to multiple World Championships so they know what to expect."

Summary: Scotland's Sally Conway has been selected for the 2017 World Judo Championships in Hungary.


The FTSE 100 share index ended the day down 33 points, or almost 0.5%, at 7,114.3 points. Meanwhile, the pound retreated from earlier highs against the dollar to trade at $1.2794 and 1.1949 euros. The blue-chip index has now erased all its gains for the year. More than two-thirds of profits for FTSE 100 companies are earned overseas, making them vulnerable to a stronger pound. Luxury fashion firm Burberry was the biggest loser, falling almost 8%. Its tumble came despite a positive trading update that saw its second-half revenues rise 19% to Â£1.3bn, thanks to the weakness of the pound since the UK's vote to leave the EU. At the other end of the scale, supermarket chain Sainsbury's was the biggest riser, jumping 5%. Easyjet enjoyed a similar rise, with Royal Bank of Scotland 4.9% higher.

Summary: London's leading shares fell again on Wednesday but sterling was steady as investors continued to digest the consequences of the UK's snap election call.


The victim, a man in his 30s, was found collapsed in Park Road on Tuesday afternoon following an attack in a nearby scrap yard, Essex Police said. He was given treatment at the scene but later died in hospital. Detectives are now looking for two men and say they "urgently need any information from members of the public" in order to trace them. The pair were seen running away from a scrap yard in Park Lane where police believe the victim was stabbed. One suspect is described as white, "gaunt-looking", of skinny build and between 20 and 30 years old. The second man was darker-skinned, an Essex Police spokesman said.

Summary: A murder inquiry has started following the death of a man who was stabbed in the chest in Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex.


BBC Sport understands the FA wants the country to be "ready" to win the competition, rather than it being an expectation. The goal was set by predecessor Greg Dyke in 2013. "I'm not going to put pressure on and say we are going to win this tournament or that tournament," said Clarke. The ex-Football League chairman Clarke, who took up the FA role in August, has also criticised the use of a clock at St George's Park to count down to the 2022 final, calling it "daft". England were knocked out of this summer's European Championship at the last-16 stage by minnows Iceland. Roy Hodgson resigned as manager immediately after the shock defeat in July and has been replaced by Sam Allardyce, who oversaw a 1-0 win in the opening World Cup 2018 qualifier in Slovakia on Sunday.

Summary: England's target of winning the 2022 World Cup in Qatar has been softened by new Football Association chairman Greg Clarke.


Language group Mynyddoedd Pawb (Everyone's Mountains) fear that Welsh place names are gradually being replaced by English titles. The group wants the Welsh assembly to persuade the Welsh government to bring place names under planning control. Opponents have argued that English names are more accessible for tourists. The group has cited examples like Snowdonia's Cwm Cneifion and Twll Du. Cwm Cneifion is known as the Nameless Cwm and Twll Du (Black Hole) is also called The Devil's Kitchen. The Welsh government said it was committed to promoting the Welsh language but added the planning system was about land use and not the correct place to address the issue.

Summary: Campaigners fighting to preserve Welsh place names have taken their petition calling for action to the assembly.


About 50 people braved the chilly water at the Marine Lake in St Helier to raise money for care home Les Amis and the Jersey Aquatic Rescue Club. One swimmer said: "It was freezing, I just ran in, got my head down and just ran back out." Long distance swimmers also took to the water at St Catherine to raise money for CLIC Sargent Jersey and the RNLI. The Jersey Long Distance Swimming Club organised the St Catherine swim, followed by soup and bread in the cafe afterwards. A spokesman for the group said 24 people entered the water, raising about Â£200 for the charity, describing the water as "very cold".

Summary: Dozens of people took to the sea in Jersey on New Year's Day to raise money for charity.


There are eight Chiefs players in the current All Blacks squad, including 2015 World Cup winners Tawera Kerr-Barlow, Brodie Retallick and Sam Cane. Scrum-half Kerr-Barlow is recovering from a broken hand and is expected to miss Saturday's first Test against Wales in Auckland. But even if passed fit by Tuesday, he will not be released to the Chiefs. The Chiefs are second in Super Rugby's New Zealand conference. Kerr-Barlow, 26, has won 20 caps for New Zealand and came off the bench in the 2015 World Cup final as the All Blacks beat Australia to win the Webb Ellis trophy. "When he's ready to come back, he'll jump in our team," said New Zealand assistant coach Ian Foster. Aaron Cruden, Nathan Harris, Seta Tamanivalu, Damian McKenzie and Charlie Ngatai are the other Chiefs in the New Zealand camp, though Ngatai is currently recovering from a head injury.

Summary: New Zealand will not release players back to the Chiefs for Wales' midweek game in Hamilton on Tuesday, 14 June.


He was 58-year-old Andrew Nisbet. His family said he was a "much loved" husband and father. Mr Nisbet was in a stationary car which was struck by a van on Wednesday morning near Polkemmet Country Park. The driver of the van suffered minor injuries. Police issued an appeal for any witnesses who have not spoken to them to make contact Andrew's family said in a statement: "Andrew was a much loved husband and father of two who will be sorely missed. "We value the support of all our family and friends at this very sad time and would ask the media to please leave us to grieve and come to terms with our loss in private."

Summary: Police have released the name of a man who died following a collision on the B7066 Whitburn Link Road.


Police across three counties tracked the vehicle before stopping it Junction 11 at Dunstable, Bedfordshire. The lorry, which is thought to have set out from Romania, was heading north from Essex when it was halted. The East of England Ambulance Service said it assessed all those who were found aboard, all of whom are in a stable condition. Bedfordshire Police said some were experiencing breathing difficulties and were taken to hospital as a precaution before being taken into custody. A police spokeswoman said: "The driver was Romanian so it may be those on board came from Romania." A police helicopter has been searching the area for any more suspected illegal immigrants.

Summary: Sixteen suspected illegal immigrants, including at least one child, have been removed from a lorry on the M1.


Media playback is not supported on this device The 37-year-old Spaniard scored 73 goals in 255 appearances for the Glasgow giants between 2004 and 2010. He has been in talks with the Oval club in recent days and is a stellar signing for manager Alan Kernaghan. Novo won three league titles at Ibrox and also played for Sporting Gijon, Legia Warsaw and spent the last two seasons with the Carolina Railhawks. The NASL outfit are managed by former Northern Ireland international Colin Clarke. Novo's arrival is another welcome boost for the Irish Premiership. Three Northern Ireland internationals have already joined Irish League clubs over the summer, with Roy Carroll and Sammy Clingan moving to Linfield and former Celtic winger Paddy McCourt signing for Glenavon. Novo will make his competitive debut for the east Belfast outfit in the league opener against Dungannon Swifts on August 6 at the Oval.

Summary: Former Rangers striker Nacho Novo has signed a one-year contract with Irish Premiership side Glentoran.


A performance marking the event was part of Cosmic Collisions, a two-day celebration of art, architecture and science taking place in and around Sanquhar in south-west Scotland. Charles Jencks' work is called Galactic Collisions. The work was launched with Sea Hames, by the performance theatre company Oceanallover. Charles Jencks said: "The whole event has been a huge success, our own Big Bang. It's been fabulous to see how much people of all ages have enjoyed this fusion of art, science and architecture. "It has been such a privilege to be able to bring some of the world's leading space scientists, architects and others to Sanquhar and as part of such an enjoyable and colourful event."

Summary: An installation by artist Charles Jencks at Crawick Multiverse has been officially opened.


A man armed with a small knife and metal bar approached staff as they opened the One Stop Shop at 06.00 GMT. Officers said he took a substantial amount of money from a safe. They want to speak to a witness who told an officer they saw a car leaving the car park at speed, and a female customer who went into the shop shortly after the robbery. The armed man is described as 5ft 10in (1.78m) tall, of slim build and wearing grey or white jogging bottoms, black shoes, a camouflage jacket with the hood up and a scarf over his face. Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101.

Summary: Police are searching for witnesses to an armed robbery at a convenience store in Usk, Monmouthshire, on Sunday.


Rodgers' side opened last month with a 5-0 win at Hearts that clinched the title - the club's sixth successive top-flight success. And they finished April with their biggest Ibrox victory over Rangers, winning 5-1. Celtic remain unbeaten domestically this season. And they can complete a treble if they win the Scottish Cup final against Aberdeen on 27 May, having beaten the Dons in November's League Cup final. Rodgers also won the August, October and December manager of the month awards. "We obviously had some great results and even more important was how we played," said Rodgers after receiving his award. "It is always good to win, but it is even better to win well. "We had some outstanding performances and the team and the staff, we accept the award on behalf of everyone at the club."

Summary: Brendan Rodgers is the Scottish Premiership manager of the month for April after guiding Celtic to three wins and two draws.


Stephen Downes, from Glebe Gardens in Moira, is a teacher at Parkview Special School, Lisburn, County Antrim. He had denied hitting a child's face after she took another pupil's milk. He also denied assaulting a second girl who then fell against a radiator . Parents of the two children said they were glad justice had been done. They added that the case had been very difficult for their families. The children both attend Parkview Special School where Downes has been a senior teacher since 1997. The offences took place in late 2010 and early 2011. He had faced a total of five charges but the judge at Lisburn magistrates court dismissed three of them and found him guilty of two charges. Downes is due to be sentenced on 10 May.

Summary: A special needs teacher has been found guilty of cruelty to children after he assaulted two 12-year-old girls who have severe learning difficulties.


Health Secretary Vaughan Gethin said more than £25m would be invested in neonatal and obstetric services at Cardiff's University Hospital of Wales. More than £6m will then be spent on redeveloping services at Prince Charles Hospital, in Merthyr Tydfil. Mr Gethin said the investment would help deliver "the best possible care". The University Hospital of Wales funding will provide new facilities, including eight extra intensive care cots, a redeveloped neonatal unit with a bereavement suite, and a new operating theatre. The investment at Prince Charles Hospital will include the neonatal unit being expanded with nine extra cots, a second operating theatre being built, and both the obstetric labour ward and midwife-led unit being redeveloped. Mr Gething said the investments would "provide extra capacity to meet growing demands for services in the years to come".

Summary: Extra cots and new operating theatres will be built as part of £31m plans to improve services for mothers and babies in south Wales.


The 29-year-old scored 18 Ligue 1 goals last season, but failed to make France's final Euro 2016 squad. Ben Arfa joined Nice after having his contract terminated by Newcastle, whom he joined in 2010, and following a loan spell at Hull City that was cut short. He has signed a two-year deal with the French champions, who are planning for life without Zlatan Ibrahimovic. PSG will go into next season without leading scorer Ibrahimovic, who is expected to sign for Manchester United, and with a new manager after Unai Emery replaced Laurent Blanc. Ben Arfa scored 13 goals in 76 games for Newcastle after joining from Marseille, initially on loan before making it permanent in 2011. He failed to score in nine appearances on loan at Hull in 2014/15.

Summary: Paris St-Germain have signed Hatem Ben Arfa on a free transfer after his contract ran out at Nice.


Halliburton has already slashed its workforce by 25% since 2015 and said further cuts are expected. The slump in oil prices - down more 70% since the middle of 2014 - has hit demand for Halliburon's services. In a statement, Halliburton called the cuts "necessary to work through this challenging market environment". From a peak in 2014, the company's workforce will have almost halved to 27,000 employees when all the planned cuts have been made. Halliburton is not alone in cutting its work force. Globally, in 2015. more than 258,000 workers in the oil and gas sector globally were laid off, according to data from Graves & Co. Halliburton has been waiting for regulatory approval from US and European authorities to buy rival Baker Hughes for $26bn (Â£18.5bn). Oil prices rose Thursday - Brent crude was up 2% and US crude was up 2.6%.

Summary: Oilfield services provider Halliburton announced on Thursday it will cut 5,000 jobs as the company struggles amid falling oil prices.


The 22 year-old defender, who captained Boro's under-21 side but never played a first-team game, had been on loan at Kilmarnock this season where he made 10 league and cup appearances. Burn is League One Rovers' fourth signing in the January transfer window. "Jonny is another highly rated young, hungry, defender looking to establish himself in the Football League," boss Darrell Clarke told the club website. He joins Joe Partington, Joe Lumley and Ryan Sweeney who have also arrived at the Memorial Stadium this month. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.

Summary: Middlesbrough's Jonny Burn has joined Bristol Rovers on a permanent deal.


They will join fans from the Republic of Ireland in receiving the Medal of the City of Paris. The city's mayor, Anne Hidalgo, said she wanted to mark the fans' "exemplary sportsmanship". She said both sets of supporters had displayed "enthusiasm, jolliness and fair play". The 'Grand Vermeil' is regarded as Paris's most prestigious honour and has been awarded to Nobel Prize in literature winner, Toni Morrison, Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and jazz pianist Herbie Hancock. Ms Hidalgo said the Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland fans had participated in and contributed to the "festive atmosphere" that prevailed in Paris over the weeks. She said they were "a model for all the supporters of the world". No date has yet been set for the awarding of the medal.

Summary: Northern Ireland fans are to be awarded a prestigious Parisian honour for their sportsmanship during the Euro 2016 games in France.


They said they did not really believe in capital punishment, but wanted to highlight what they called a bias towards criminals over victims. Under Swiss law, citizens can force a referendum on almost any issue if they collect 100,000 signatures. The death penalty was abolished in Switzerland in 1942. The government said on Tuesday that the campaigners could begin the process to initiate a referendum on bringing it back. The campaigners had claimed to want to reintroduce capital punishment for murders involving sexual abuse, particularly of children. But on Wednesday the group, apparently made up of private individuals related to a victim, said the initiative had been a way of airing their grievances. They called for further debate and for politicians to intervene.

Summary: Swiss campaigners who won clearance to seek a referendum on reintroducing the death penalty have withdrawn their application only a day later.


The council is to reorganise secondary schools to improve standards, deal with ageing school buildings and increase Welsh language provision. Opposition councillors lost a vote to stop the plans at an extraordinary meeting on Tuesday by 22 votes to 29. Earlier, about 150 protesters gathered outside the council's Haverfordwest office. Parents and students from action group Save our Sixth Form fear a lack of continuity could be harmful to the prospects of some pupils. Kay Dearing, a parent governor at Tasker Milward School, told BBC Radio Wales: "I feel very strongly that no-one has yet demonstrated that the proposed model is to the benefit of the pupils." Changes include closing three sixth forms with pupils attending a new centre in Haverfordwest, along with merging two schools and building a new Welsh medium secondary school. A consultation on the proposals ends on 5 May.

Summary: A bid to stop proposed changes to sixth form education in Pembrokeshire has failed.


The 19-year-old Manchester City loanee scored in emphatic wins over Dundee United and Aberdeen. Celtic defeated United twice more to win the League Cup and advance to the semi-finals of the Scottish Cup. Denayer, who recently won his first cap for Belgium, joined Celtic in August and has scored five times in 22 games. It had already been announced that Ross County midfielder Raffaele de Vita had been voted player of the month for all four divisions. County's Jim McIntyre was named Premiership manager of the month, Hearts' Robbie Neilson won the Championship award, while Forfar Athletic's Dick Campbell was top boss in League One and East Stirlingshire's Craig Tully got most votes in League Two. The SPFL's monthly awards are held in conjunction with the Scottish Football Writers' Association, with winners voted for by members of the Scottish media.

Summary: Celtic central defender Jason Denayer has been voted Scottish Professional Football League young player of the month for March.


Steve Stannard, 37, was killed in Bowers Avenue in Norwich on 5 November. Hassiem Baqir of Howberry Road, Thornton Heath, south London, denies murder. Giving evidence, the 19-year-old told Norwich Crown Court he carried a knife as a drug runner to look "sinister" but was not prepared to use the knife as he was not violent. The court heard earlier Mr Baqir has admitted dealing drugs from Mr Stannard's flat, but he denies killing him. Earlier the jury was told Mr Stannard was stabbed twice in the back and three times in the front. The wounds perforated his lung and his heart. His dog, a border collie called Trixy, was also stabbed. The trial continues.

Summary: A teenager accused of stabbing to death a man in a flat has told a court he is "not a violent person".


Police were called to Claybank Street, Heywood, at about 17:45 BST on Sunday, following reports two people had been assaulted. A 52-year-old man was found with stab wounds and later died in hospital. A 37-year-old woman, also at the house, suffered facial injuries. Police said a 34-year-old man was in custody for questioning. Greater Manchester Police said it believed the tragic attack was "an isolated incident". Det Ch Insp John Harris said: "The news a man has been murdered, coupled with the police presence at the address, will most likely cause some concern to residents. "We will have officers in and around the area should any residents wish to come and talk to us or pass on any information they may have about this terrible incident."

Summary: A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was stabbed to death at a house in Greater Manchester.


Duffy, 22, has been on loan at Scottish Premiership side Dundee this season after a previous loan spell at Alloa during his two-year Celtic stint. "I enjoyed my two years in Scotland. I played in some big games and made a good lot of friends," Duffy told the Dundalk FC website. "It just didn't work out the way I wanted it to but I still enjoyed it. I'm now buzzing to join Dundalk." Duffy - who played with Dundalk midfielder Patrick McEleney at Derry - was last year called up to the Northern Ireland senior squad by Michael O'Neill. The winger has played for the Northern Ireland Under-21s.

Summary: Dundalk have signed former Derry City winger Michael Duffy from Celtic.


Referee Bobby Madden inspected the pitch around 13:15 GMT and judged it to be unfit for play, with several areas covered in water. Hearts, 11 points clear in third place but 11 behind Aberdeen in second, were aiming to continue a run of just one defeat in 16 Premiership matches. They face Hibs in a Scottish Cup fifth-round replay at Easter Road on Tuesday. Partick, in eighth place after a run of just two defeats in 10 matches, host Aberdeen in the Premiership next Friday, 19 February.

Summary: Hearts' Premiership match against Patrick Thistle has been postponed because of a waterlogged pitch.


Simon Buckden, 42, of Landseer Way, Bramley, Leeds, is accused of making false representations about his medical conditions. He pleaded not guilty to seven counts of fraud at Leeds Crown Court and is to go on trial in February. Mr Buckden spoke only to enter his not-guilty pleas. He is accused of obtaining a free therapy session and places on courses after saying he had cancer and PTSD. He is also charged with obtaining money as a result of saying he was a cancer patient. A further charge says he lied about PTSD and cancer, resulting in a film being made about him. The charges relate to a period between 1 April and 31 July 2012. Judge Guy Kearl QC said a review of the case would be held on 25 September.

Summary: A former soldier and fundraiser charged with fraud has denied lying about having cancer and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).


The Chase School, in Malvern, confirmed Richard Jacobs was not currently working, but released no more details. The Malvern Observer reported Mr Jacobs issued a letter warning teaching jobs were going to be made redundant due to a fall in pupil numbers. The school has not explained his special leave but said the deputy head teacher would become acting head. Read more Herefordshire and Worcestershire stories. Matt May, chair of governors, said deputy head teacher Mike Fieldhouse was "highly respected" and the governors had "absolute confidence in the ability of his experienced leadership team to cover this difficult time". The school "in common with schools across the country, continued to face a significant financial challenge," Mr May said.

Summary: A Worcestershire high school head teacher has been placed on "special leave" days after announcing job cuts.


The Cod Army had the first chance of the match with Bobby Grant finding Wes Burns, who tested keeper Colin Doyle with a fierce low shot. Fleetwood's Jimmy Ryan went closest, hitting the bar after the break. Despite a late goalmouth scramble Fleetwood could not find a winner and stay one place and two points above the Seasiders in the last relegation spot. The result leaves Fleetwood with just one win from their past 11 games, while the league's lowest scorers Blackpool are without a win in three games and in danger of suffering a second successive relegation.

Summary: Fleetwood and Blackpool remain in relegation trouble after the near neighbours played out a goalless draw.


A 12-year-old boy, who was watching the event, on Sunday evening in the town of Cuajinicuilapa, is among the victims. Another seven people were injured. There are conflicting accounts of the incident - with some reports saying that it was caused by a row between rival groups at the fight, others that gunmen stormed the venue. Officials told the AFP news agency that the shootout broke out after an argument between two groups who were watching the event. But local media said that the victims were killed by unidentified gunmen, who stormed the arena just after 21:00 local time (03:30 GMT) and began shooting randomly. Mexico's powerful criminal gangs are active in Guerrero, one of the country's most troubled states. Last year's disappearance of 43 students in the town of Iguala exposed the depth of the problem.

Summary: At least 10 people have been killed in a shootout at a cockfighting event in the restive central Mexican state of Guerrero.


A section of the carriageway, near Crathie in Aberdeenshire, was washed away following Storm Frank. Work on the 20mph diversion route at Micras started on 6 January. The reopening followed repairs to the nearby Invercauld Bridge, which left the village of Braemar isolated when flood damage forced its closure. The temporary road near Crathie means motorists heading between Braemar and the rest of Aberdeenshire no longer have to take a 120-mile diversion via Blairgowrie. The new section of road has been built on adjacent fields. Aberdeenshire Council said a permanent rebuild of the section would be completed in due course.

Summary: A temporary road to replace part of the A93 which collapsed during the recent floods has opened to all traffic.


Amy Gough of Sandringham Road, Sandiacre, died on Sunday at Queen's Medical Centre in Nottingham after being taken to hospital from her home. A Sandiacre man was arrested on suspicion of murder on Wednesday and released on bail on Thursday. A post-mortem examination was carried out on Tuesday but the cause of death has not yet been released, police said. Derbyshire Police said it was informed of her death on Monday. Det Insp Graham Prince appealed for anyone who knew Ms Gough to contact him. "I'd like to hear from anyone who saw Amy between Tuesday March 24 and Sunday March 29," he said. "It's very important that we piece together her movements in and around Sandiacre and possibly in Derby in the days before her death."

Summary: A 45-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a 34-year-old woman in Derbyshire.


The cardboard postbox was put up in Burghfield Common by local postmaster Raj Odedra after Royal Mail refused to paint the actual postbox gold. Dozens of villagers gathered to pose for photographs with the diving champion on Thursday. Mears and his diving partner Jack Laugher won the men's synchronised 3m springboard event. Resident David Gregory said he was "really excited" to have Mears visit. "We were so impressed with how kind he was with the children. A real gentleman and a role model. "He was handed cards, flowers and a huge signed Rio gold medal - signed by hundreds of the villagers."

Summary: Olympic gold medallist Chris Mears has visited a fake golden postbox installed in his honour in his home village.


Authorities named Rahimjan Makhatov as the man they believe detonated the bomb in front of the National Security Committee office. Kazakhstan's Prosecutor General's Office alleged that the 25-year-old was a member of an organised crime group. The attacker died at the scene and two people were injured. Witnesses said the area around the building had been sealed off. Such attacks are rare in Kazakhstan, one of the region's most stable states. The country has been run by long-time President Nursultan Nazarbayev - who was re-elected in April - since before the fall of the Soviet Union. Aktobe, an oil town in northwestern Kazakhstan close to the Russian border, hosts major oil and gas pipelines, including one of the main pipelines to China.

Summary: A suspected suicide bomber has attacked a regional security services building in the northern Kazakh city of Aktobe, wounding several people.


The young Sunderland fan was diagnosed with neuroblastoma in 2013, and developed a new tumour in February. Although Joe Hart was captain, he swapped places with Jermain Defoe in the tunnel so he and Bradley could lead the teams out. Bradley covered his ears as he walked out to loud cheers at Wembley. Bradley was also mascot for Everton against Chelsea, but he has found a hero and "best mate" in Defoe after walking out alongside him as mascot for his beloved Sunderland against Chelsea. The 34-year-old striker has gone on to visit him in hospital. It was an emotional day at Wembley as tributes were paid to the victims of the Westminster attack in central London on Wednesday, as well as former England manager Graham Taylor who died in January.

Summary: Terminally ill five-year-old Bradley Lowery led out the England team at Wembley for Sunday's World Cup qualifier against Lithuania.


The firth provides habitat to the world's most northerly resident population of bottlenose dolphins. The team, which was working from the university's Lighthouse Field Station, took the footage in September and recently uploaded it to Facebook. They said the film offered a new perspective into the lives of the animals. The field station is an old lighthouse in Cromarty. It has been used by university scientists to research marine life since 1990. An estimated 102 individual dolphins breed and feed in the firth, according to a recent survey of the animals. The species is protected by European Union rules.

Summary: A team from the University of Aberdeen has captured underwater footage of dolphins in the Moray Firth.


Ambulances were called to the attraction, which is Europe's longest zip wire, at around 8.30 BST on Wednesday. A Welsh Ambulance Service spokesperson said the injuries were "not life-threatening". All other Zip World facilities remain open. Customers due to ride Velocity over the next 48 hours will be contacted by the ride's booking team to rearrange their visit. A Zip World spokesman said: "Our technical team has advised that the Velocity adventure should be closed for two days so that further testing can take place. "Safety at Zip World is ensured through a combination of technology, training and supervision. "We invest in the best equipment and best training on a continual basis to ensure that our participants are kept safe." The incident follows a "medical emergency" on Saturday, September 3 involving an elderly male at Zip World Titan in Blaenau Ffestiniog.

Summary: Bethesda's Zip World Velocity has closed for two days after two male staff members were injured on an early morning testing run.


Dumfries Sheriff Court heard that Thomas Raine suffered a fractured skull and a punctured lung when he was struck by a tractor. He has made a full recovery since the accident in April 2011. Brian Blacklock, 65, of Middlebie, near Ecclefechan, admitted contravening the Health and Safety at Work Act. The court was told that Thomas and his 12-year-old brother, David, had been playing in a field where Blacklock was working when the accident happened. He had allowed them in the field at the family farm at Middlebie, even though he was driving a tractor with rollers attached. The farmer has since retired.

Summary: A farmer has been fined £2,000 following an accident in which his nine-year-old grandson was seriously injured.


Five shots were fired at The Living Room at about 22:15 BST on Wednesday, Greater Manchester Police confirmed. One man suffered a "minor" injury, but it was not as a result of the shooting at the bar in Deansgate. A charity fundraiser for the Christie cancer hospital was being held at the venue at the time, though it is not thought to be linked to the shooting. Supt Arif Nawaz said police believe the "shocking incident" to be a "targeted attack". "We have significant resources in place, with a team of specialist officers working to establish the exact circumstances and find the men responsible," he added. Witnesses have been urged to contact police.

Summary: Two armed men on a motorbike opened fire at a bar in Manchester before fleeing the scene, police said.


Other drug-related paraphernalia was also seized at the address in California, near Falkirk. Cash totalling £1,350 was recovered in two related raids - one in the same street in California and one in Caldercruix, North Lanarkshire. The men, aged 41, 38 and 29, will appear at Falkirk Sheriff Court on Monday. Sgt Lyne Rushford, of Police Scotland, said: "This operation was only possible thanks to the information and intelligence provided by members of the public. "Thanks to their assistance we have successfully recovered a significant amount on cannabis as well as various other equipment associated in the sale and supply of illegal drugs. "Drugs continue to blight our communities and we are committed to tracing those involved in this illicit trade."

Summary: Three men have been arrested after police found cannabis worth more than £50,000 at a property in Stirlingshire.


The blast occurred at the end of the Yellow Carnaval in the town of Villepinte on Saturday afternoon. Video posted on social media showed the bonfire blowing up seconds after being ignited, sending debris flying. A mother and her child are among those seriously injured and the town's mayor was also hurt, Le Parisien newspaper reported. Agence France-Presse reported that five people were seriously injured, and that a number of people suffered facial wounds. It added that an initial investigation has been opened by prosecutors, but the cause of the explosion is not yet known. Several hundred people had gathered for the event, including the town's mayor. A police source told the BFM news network that the explosion may have been caused by the petrol used to help start the fire, which marks the end of the annual carnival in Villepinte.

Summary: At least 18 people were injured when a bonfire exploded at a carnival north-east of Paris, French media say.


It was arranged by charity RoadPeace and took place at the National Memorial Arboretum, near Alrewas. Motorway police and bereaved families read names from oak leaves, which were then buried. The charity said it gave an opportunity to give "public recognition of these tragic and unnecessary deaths". Roadpeace said 29 people were killed on Staffordshire roads, and 56 across the West Midlands, in 2014. About 120 people attended the ceremony, which is one of many events during August marking National Road Victim Month.

Summary: A memorial service has been held in Staffordshire for people who have been killed on roads.


The family were among seven people injured in the crash outside The Friary Centre in Guildford on Friday morning. A boy, aged two, and his one-year-old sister were both released from hospital over the weekend, Surrey Police said. The condition is not known of three other women who were hurt. Their injuries had been described as minor. A spokeswoman for the force said the police investigation was ongoing. At the time, police said the Volkswagen Polo was being driven by a woman in her 80s, and she had a male passenger with her. The siblings were in a children's push-along shopping trolley, in the shape of a car, which was being pushed by their grandparents. A specialist crash investigation unit has been investing the circumstances of the crash in North Street.

Summary: The grandparents of two children hurt when a car mounted a pavement and hit a group of pedestrians are still in hospital with serious injuries.


The 29-year-old, who has won 11 caps for his country, joined the Baggies in 2014 from Hannover 96 but played just 21 times for the Premier League club. Pocognoli will provide cover after Liam Rosenior suffered an ankle injury. "Sebastien has a vast amount of experience having played in some of the top divisions in Europe," said Brighton manager Chris Hughton. "He is the type of quality player we want to add to the squad, and we are looking forward to working with him." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Brighton have signed Belgium left-back Sebastien Pocognoli on a season-long loan deal from West Bromwich Albion.


Police said the Stagecoach bus came to rest against the property at 47 Lockerbie Road at around 16:10 on Wednesday. The incident also involved a BMW Series 5 car, driven by a 63-year-old man, and a parked BMW Series 3. There were eight passengers on the bus at the time but just two people suffered minor injuries. The bus driver and a 67-year-old female passenger received bruising and soft tissue injuries, according to police. Lockerbie Road was closed for around two hours following the accident, near the junction with Balmoral Road. Police appealed for information from anyone who witnessed the incident. A spokeswoman for Stagecoach West Scotland said the firm would carry out a full investigation and help police with their inquiries. She added: "Our first thoughts are for the welfare of those affected by the incident. Safety is our absolute priority."

Summary: A Dumfries home has been "extensively damaged" after it was hit by a bus involved in a road accident.


Chelsea must pay £375,000, having previously breached the Football Association rule on mass confrontations four times since November 2014. Spurs have been fined £225,000 for what is their third breach of the rule. The match produced 12 yellow cards and the fines are over two incidents during the game and one after full-time. Earlier this month, Spurs' Mousa Dembele was banned for six games for violent conduct during the same match, which ended Tottenham's hopes of winning the Premier League. Belgium midfielder Dembele, 28, appeared to eye-gouge Chelsea forward Diego Costa. Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino stepped on to the pitch at one point to separate Spurs defender Danny Rose and Chelsea forward Willian, and at full-time Rose was also involved in an altercation that ended with Blues boss Guus Hiddink being pushed to the floor. The FA has warned both clubs as to their future conduct.

Summary: Chelsea and Tottenham have received record fines following three charges of failing to control their players in the 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge.


Caithness civic leader Gail Ross called for its end last year after local people raised concerns about Klaksvik's use as a whaling port. Civic leaders in the Faroese city responded by saying the whale hunting was done sustainably. Next week, Highland Council's Caithness Committee will be asked to discuss formally ending the twinning link. Options councillors will be asked to consider also include leaving the twinning status as it is. In a report to Wednesday's meeting, council officers said contact between Wick and Klaksvik had been "limited" for several years. They said the last formal visit took place in 2001 and fishing links between the two places were no longer relevant because Wick was not now a designated fish landing port.

Summary: Highland councillors are to consider breaking a twinning link between Wick and Klaksvik in the Faroe Islands.


The aerospace company is based in Canada but is Northern Ireland's largest manufacturing employer with around 5,000 workers. The money will be used for Bombardier's CSeries project and a line of business jets. Wings for the CSeries are made in Bombardier's facility in east Belfast. BBC News NI Economics & Business Editor John Campbell said the money should go some way in helping to preserve jobs in Belfast. Bombardier has needed help over the past year to ease financial problems which have resulted in thousands of job losses across it global operations. The aerospace company last year axed 630 jobs at its Belfast plant as part of cutting 7,000 jobs across its global workforce. Bombardier originally sought 1bn Canadian dollars in the deal and received that amount from the Quebec province government in a bailout deal in October 2015.

Summary: Canada's federal government has announced a loan package of 372.5m Canadian dollars (£225m) for two of Bombardier's jet projects.


The announced by International Financial Data Services (IFDS) has been described as "fantastic news" by Stirling Council leader, Johanna Boyd. The jobs will be in customer service, management and for technical specialists. They will add to the workforce at the company's base in Craigforth. Irene McGowan, director of operations platforms at IFDS, said: "With a healthy pipeline of new business across insurance, pensions, asset management and the broader financial services industries, IFDS is able to offer exciting career opportunities across a wide range of skill sets." Scottish government business minister Fergus Ewing added: "Scotland's financial services sector is one of Scotland's key strengths and enjoys a great reputation thanks to the skills, experience and commitment of our workforce. "I am delighted that IFDS recognises that."

Summary: One hundred jobs will be created in Stirling following the expansion of a financial services company.


Royal Shrovetide Football, which is played on Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday each year in Derbyshire, dates back to at least 1667. It features residents of Ashbourne competing to move a ball to posts at either end of the town. The new exhibition includes balls from games past, photographs, film footage and newspaper clippings. Shrovetide historian Trilby Shaw said it featured some balls that had not "been seen for generations". This year's game takes place on 28 February and 1 March.

Summary: A new exhibition has opened reflecting the history of a centuries-old game of football.


The Chiefs vice-captain becomes the fourth All Black to win the prize. Retallick, 23, beat team-mate Julian Savea, Ireland's Jonathan Sexton, and South Africa pair Willie le Roux and Duane Vermeulen to the award. It seals a hat-trick of honours for New Zealand, who were named team of the year, with Steve Hansen named coach of the year. The second row follows in the footsteps of team mates Kieran Read, Dan Carter and Richie McCaw in receiving the honour. World Rugby chairman Bernard Lapasset said: "Brodie Retallick has been at the heart of another hugely successful year for the All Blacks with his superb line-out skills, ball carrying ability and work at the breakdown playing a huge role in a June series win against England, the Rugby Championship title and a strong November series."

Summary: New Zealand second row Brodie Retallick has been named World Rugby player of the year for 2014.


Public Services Minister Leighton Andrews has said cutting the 22 councils to eight or nine could save £650m over 10 years. Prof Colin Copus of De Montfort University said 50 years of evidence contradicted the "stubborn, folk-lore" idea that bigger councils cut costs. He said as councils become less local, trust in them also declines. Writing for the Welsh think tank Gorwel, Prof Copus said the "cull of councillors" seen in England in 2009 left fewer councillors covering larger areas. He said they were left trying to hold "large bureaucratic organisations" to account without being full-time salaried politicians like MPs. Prof Copus added that the "implicit assumption" was that the purpose of local government was "to do what it is told by the centre".

Summary: Merging Welsh councils into larger authorities could damage local democracy, an academic has claimed.


The Olympic bronze medallist beat the Polish pair Malgorzata Bialecka and Zofia Noceti-Klepacka to take the gold. The 32-year-old made the most of ideal conditions at Mondello beach to triumph in the winner-takes-all medal race. "I am really happy - it is something that has always eluded me," said Shaw, who won bronze at the Beijing Olympics in 2008. "I have finished second a number of times and now all the hard physical and technical work has really paid off." The RS:X European Championships is the second most important Olympic windsurfing regatta staged by the RS:X class. Shaw has previously won bronze and silver in the competition.

Summary: British windsurfer and world number one Bryony Shaw has won gold at the RS:X European Championships in Sicily.


New York City, the franchise team of English side Manchester City where Wright-Phillips started his career, took the lead through Thomas McNamara. Wright-Phillips equalised for the visitors just after the break before Chris Duvall put them in front. Matt Miazga secured the win for the Red Bulls, who won May's inaugural derby. Former West Ham, Chelsea and Manchester City midfielder Frank Lampard has been signed by New York City FC and was in attendance at Yankee Stadium. Real Madrid midfielder Gareth Bale was also one of the 48,000 spectators as the Red Bulls scored three times in a league game for the first time this season. The win moved the Red Bulls fourth in the Eastern Conference, with City ninth.

Summary: Bradley Wright-Phillips scored for New York Red Bulls as they beat derby rivals New York City FC 3-1 in Major League Soccer.


Seven people died at the scene. They were found naked or half-naked. Another three people died on their way to hospital. The attack took place in the municipality of Garcia. Authorities say they are investigating links to organised crime, possible involving drugs cartels. Mexico's El Universal newspaper said (in Spanish) that the attack happened in a centre that distributed Corona brand beer to shops in Garcia, 40km (25 miles) from the city of Monterrey. The victims were believed to be employees at the centre. An official said the gunmen entered the property, demanded money from the workers and then started shooting. Nuevo Leon State Attorney General Javier Flores said a weapon and drugs were found in the warehouse. Garcia is the hometown of the next governor of Nuevo Leon state, Jaime Rodriguez, who battled the Zetas drug cartel while mayor.

Summary: Gunmen have shot dead at least 10 people in a beer distribution centre near the Mexican city of Monterrey and then stole from the bodies.


The men were taking part in the 13.1-mile (21km) city centre event when they collapsed within minutes of each other close to the finish line. The East of England Ambulance Service said crews helped a man in his 40s in Victoria Avenue at 11:45 GMT. Nine minutes later, a man thought to be in his 30s collapsed. Both were taken to Addenbrooke's Hospital. An ambulance spokesman said crews resuscitated both men and were able to get a heartbeat at the scene. An off-duty paramedic competing in the half marathon also stopped to help one of the men and travelled in the ambulance to hospital, he said. Seven-thousand runners took part in the fifth Cambridge Half Marathon, which finished near Jesus Green.

Summary: Two runners are in a critical condition after suffering cardiac arrests at the Cambridge Half Marathon.


Barbara Hill-Brown, 86, died when the Ford Fiesta she was travelling in collided with another car on the A352 near Wool on Sunday. The driver, a 60-year-old man from Australia, suffered serious life-changing spinal injuries. Mrs Hill-Brown's family said: "We are devastated by the tragedy". "She was a much-loved member of the community in her home town of Swanage since 1947. "She loved life and lived it in all its fullness." Mrs Hill-Brown was a front seat passenger in the car which collided with a white Hyundai at Hethfelton at about 14:15 BST. The rear seat passenger in the Ford Fiesta, a 51-year-old man from Swanage, suffered serious life-changing injuries and was airlifted to Southampton General Hospital. His condition is no longer life-threatening. The driver of the Hyundai, a 36-year-old man from Wareham, suffered serious injuries and is receiving treatment at Poole Hospital.

Summary: A woman who died in a road crash in Dorset "loved life and lived it in all its fullness", her family has said.


More than 90,000 people have signed up as members of the Â£140m scheme since it began on 30 July. It had been hit by some technical problems at the beginning and a charity has called for helmets to be part of the hire. But mayor Boris Johnson, who has said only three bikes had been stolen, said its success had "gladdened my heart". "A million 'thank yous' go to Londoners for the warmth with which they have embraced our beautiful blue bikes," he said. "The zest in which people have taken to two wheels and joined the cycling revolution we are engendering in the capital has gladdened my heart."

Summary: One million journeys have been made on cycles in London's bike hire scheme since its launch 10 weeks ago.


Game creator Sports Interactive will provide information for Prozone Recruiter, an online analysis tool used by many clubs to scout talent. The Football Manager database will supply biographical, contractual and positional details to Prozone. "The database is a highly accurate and valuable resource," said Prozone chief executive Thomas Schmider. "It will further enhance the recruitment services that we provide." Prozone conduct performance analysis and will use the game's information in their system, which aids clubs in their player recruitment. Football Manager studio director Miles Jacobson added: "For years we've heard stories of real-life managers and scouts using our data to help with the recruitment process. "From now on, it's official. Real managers around the world will be finding and comparing players using data and a search system that will be very familiar to players of Football Manager."

Summary: Premier League clubs are to use the database of computer game Football Manager to help recruit new signings.


The refurbished Clinique Pinel will help people aged 65 and over with problems such as depression, anxiety, psychosis and dementia. There are two wards with a total of 28 acute assessment and treatment beds. Health Minister, Deputy Anne Pryke, described it as an "outstanding environment for residents". Beech Ward is suited to those living with mental health illnesses such as dementia and experiencing difficulties living in the community. Cedar Ward specialises in assessment and treatment for other mental health issues which come on suddenly, such as depression, anxiety or psychosis. Deputy Pryke said the new services would be provided in partnership with third-sector organisations including Jersey Alzheimer's Association and MIND Jersey.

Summary: A mental health clinic for older people has opened at St Saviour's hospital in Jersey, after a £3m redevelopment.


The 19-year-old can play as a centre-forward or on the wing and has been loaned out by the Hornets in order to gain first-team experience. Lewis has been with Watford since he was a schoolboy and was given a three-year contract at Vicarage Road in 2015. The deal came after he scored 18 goals for their under-18 side during the 2014-15 campaign and he has since featured at under-21 level. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Woking have signed Dennon Lewis on a season-long loan from Watford.


The former EastEnders star will play DCI Sacha Millard, the new boss of the Unsolved Crime and Open Case Squad (UCOS). Outhwaite will appear in the final two episodes of the 10th series, following Redman's departure in episode eight. The drama, which has been running since 2003, will return to BBC One later this year. Outhwaite will appear alongside regular cast members Dennis Waterman and Denis Lawson in the popular crime series. "I'm delighted to be joining the cast at such an exciting time," said the actress, who made a guest appearance in another role on the show's ninth series. "I've been a huge fan of the show for years and can't wait to be working with the amazing cast and crew." Only Fools and Horses star Nicholas Lyndhurst will also join the show when it begins its latest run.

Summary: Tamzin Outhwaite is to join the cast of BBC crime drama New Tricks following the departure of Amanda Redman.


The 71 year old set off on the six-day Marathon des Sables (MdS) in Morocco, on Sunday. He has been put through his paces at Merthyr Mawr sand dunes in Bridgend by ultra-marathon veteran Rory Coleman. Coleman has completed the MdS 11 times - and more than 800 marathons. Sir Ranulph, who has had two heart attacks and a double heart bypass, will run 156 miles (250km) in 50C (122F) temperatures in the Sahara. He hopes to raise Â£2.5m for Marie Curie Cancer Care. Ahead of the race, Coleman said: "It's going to be a tough undertaking for Sir Ranulph, he's taking on the extremes of the heat, desert storms and endless sand dunes, instead of the -50C, high altitudes, snow and ice that he's far more used to conquering. "It's my job to get him to the finish line safely and in one piece."

Summary: Explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes has embarked on his mission to become the oldest Briton to complete the "toughest footrace on Earth" - with help from his Cardiff coach.


The 22-year-old, who played 33 times for Roma last season during a loan spell, joins on a five-year deal with a buy-out clause of £51m (60m euros). He made 44 appearances for French champions PSG following his 2013 switch from Lille. Digne, who has won 13 caps, was part of the France squad to reach the Euro 2016 final, but he never made an appearance. He is the second Les Bleus international to join Barcelona this summer after the arrival of fellow defender Samuel Umtiti from Lyon.

Summary: Spanish champions Barcelona have signed France full-back Lucas Digne from Paris St-Germain for £13.9m (16.5m euros).


Experts think the discovery could be the 'biggest' prehistoric monument ever built in Britain. The stones were uncovered using special equipment that scans below the Earth's surface. Researchers said finding the stones was "fantastically lucky". The latest discovery was made about 1.8 miles (3km) from Stonehenge, on the edge of the Durrington Walls "henge", or bank. It's an area which had not yet been studied by researchers and it's thought the stones may have originally measured up to 4.5m (14ft) in height. Lead researcher, Vince Gaffney said the stones were "lost to archaeology" but found thanks to modern technology. The findings are being announced later on the first day of the British Science Festival being held at the University of Bradford.

Summary: Archaeologists have found around 100 huge standing stones buried near Stonehenge.


James made six assists and 11 rebounds as the Cavs secured a 4-2 series victory in the Eastern Conference. They will face either the Golden State Warriors or the Oklahoma City Thunder in the finals. Oklahoma City lead the Western Conference series 3-2 going into game six of a potential seven on Saturday. Cleveland have now made the final in consecutive years, while James will be playing in his sixth straight showpiece. "I knew this was going to be tough game - I just had to bring my game. I had to be in attack mode from the beginning and trust my shots," said the four-time MVP. "I knew once my shots started going in I could start getting my team-mates involved and they were able to carry me down the stretch." Media playback is not supported on this device

Summary: LeBron James scored 33 points as the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Toronto Raptors 113-87 to book their place in the NBA finals.


The 62-year-old leaves Links Park with the team just two points off the bottom of League Two. Former Dundee United and Livingston boss Hegarty joined Montrose in February 2014. He kept the club up via the play-off final, while last season they finished in eighth spot. "Paul arrived at a real low point in our history and was instrumental in building enough confidence back into the team to get them over the line in the play-off final," said chairman John Crawford. "We came perilously close and as East Stirlingshire found to their cost last season, you can't take anything for granted anymore in this league. We will always be indebted to Paul for keeping us up. "He is a true professional, a real gentleman and it has been a pleasure to work with him. We wish him all the best and every success for the future."

Summary: Montrose have sacked manager Paul Hegarty, with assistant John Holt taking charge for Saturday's game against Forfar.


Aya Parker died in the early hours of Sunday morning despite the efforts of police and paramedics at a property in Britton Gardens in Kingswood, Bristol. Lee Parker, 33, of Britton Gardens, appeared before Bristol Magistrates' Court on Thursday to face the murder charge. He was remanded in custody to appear before the court again on Friday. Mr Parker was charged on Wednesday. At the short hearing, no details about the case were given and he was not asked to enter a plea. Chair of the bench Louise Perkins told Mr Parker that his case would now be dealt with by the crown court.

Summary: A man has appeared in court charged with murdering his six-month-old daughter on Christmas Day.


The 66-year-old was driving a white Toyota Yaris involved in a collision with a white Daf lorry and a grey BMW on Wednesday at 09:10. She was taken to Dumfries Infirmary but has since been transferred to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. The drivers of the other two vehicles were unhurt in the crash. The lorry was being driven by a 33-year-old man from Drongan in Ayrshire and the BMW by a 56-year-old man from Carlisle. The road at the scene was shut for six hours for crash investigations. PC Paul Watson said: "We would like to hear from any witnesses who were on the A75 at the scene when the collision happened. "We know that the road was busy at the time and anyone with any information which might help should call us at Dumfries on 101."

Summary: A Lockerbie woman is in hospital in Glasgow with serious chest and spinal injuries after a crash on the A75 Dumfries bypass.


Site owner Westgate Oxford Alliance will showcase the plans at the Westgate Consultation suite in the centre from 10:00 to 17:30 BST until Wednesday. The revamp includes 100 shops and 122 homes, as well as a cinema, eateries and a basement car park. Permission to transform the 1973-built centre was granted in March. Residents can also comment on the plans online and a further exhibition is planned for the summer to show how the designs have progressed. The detailed designs will form part of a planning application due for submission later this year. BDP Architects is co-ordinating the work of Allies & Morrison Architects, Dixon Jones Architects, Glenn Howells Architects, Panter Hudspith Architects and landscape architects Gillespies. The redevelopment is expected to be completed by 2017. Plans to redevelop the area have been considered since 1988, but various concerns delayed any progress.

Summary: Detailed designs for the £500m redevelopment of Oxford's Westgate Centre will be unveiled at a public exhibition.


The side of the cottage built from a combination of mud and straw crumbled in Sampford Courtenay, near Okehampton in Devon. It is not yet known what caused the collapse but heavy rain has been blamed for similar incidents in the past. No-one was injured and the road has been cordoned off while building inspections take place. More on the cottage collapse, plus more Devon and Cornwall news Thousands of cob houses and farm buildings dating from the 14th Century have survived in the south-west of England. A number of other cob buildings have collapsed after heavy rain including a section of wall of the King's Head pub in Cullompton High Street in 2014. A nearby derelict laundrette also fell on to the High Street the same year.

Summary: A gaping hole has been left in a house built of cob after an outside wall collapsed.


Pictures posted on social media showed blacked-out streets, lit only by a handful of car headlights and torches. The power outage hit the neighbourhoods of Schaerbeek, Evere and Saint-Josse, Sibelga, the power company, and Elia, the network operator, confirmed there was a fault in the city's electricity grid and said power was gradually being restored to affected areas. The power failure reportedly began at about 22.45 local time (21:45 GMT). Traffic lights were reportedly knocked out in parts of the city. The cause of the power failure is still unknown.

Summary: A widespread power outage plunged parts of the Belgian capital Brussels into darkness on Thursday night.


The 31-year-old inmate from HMP Shotts was being escorted by G4S security staff when he tried to get away. A doctor who tried to assist the security staff suffered minor injuries during the incident on Friday. The Scottish Prison Service said an investigation had begun into what happened. A spokesman said: "I can confirm there was an incident involving a prisoner from HMP Shotts at Wishaw General Hospital today. "We will be working with Police Scotland in investigating the full circumstances of the incident." A G4S spokesman said: "During a routine hospital appointment a prisoner attempted to evade custody but was immediately apprehended by G4S staff. "The prompt actions of our officers averted a more serious incident and demonstrates the challenging situations our staff can face while carrying out their duties."

Summary: A doctor was injured when a prisoner tried to escape during a routine medical appointment at a hospital in North Lanarkshire.


The 27-year-old can go straight into the side away to Wycombe on Saturday. Cheltenham are without regular stopper Scott Brown, who cannot play against his parent club Wycombe, while Callum Kitscha is sidelined through injury. The deal was permitted because, while 19-year-old keeper Rhys Lovett is available, he is yet to play a first-team game for Gary Johnson's side. Former Bolton trainee Lainton will train with the Cheltenham squad on Friday. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: League Two Cheltenham Town have signed Bury goalkeeper Rob Lainton on a seven-day emergency loan deal.


May, 22, made 42 appearances for Wednesday and joins North End on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Doyle, 27, signed for Cardiff from Chesterfield in January and joins Preston on a season-long loan deal. Doyle scored 25 goals from just 33 appearances for Chesterfield last season prior to joining the Bluebirds. "Stevie and Eoin are players that we've been after in the past," North End boss Simon Grayson said. "When the option became available to be able to sign one permanently and one on loan, it was a great opportunity to get good players who will enhance the squad." For all the latest on transfer deadline day, click here.

Summary: Preston North End have signed strikers Stevie May and Eoin Doyle from Sheffield Wednesday and Cardiff City respectively.


Eastleigh chairman Donald has joined the committee of supporters trust OxVox, who want to buy the ground from ex-Oxford owner Firoz Kassam. "The deal isn't a million miles away," Donald told BBC Radio Oxford. "There's a real opportunity and desire, and I'm certain it's the best opportunity we will get." OxVox, Kassam and Oxford City Council have been in negotiations over the 12,500-capacity stadium since October. Oxford United's board of directors admitted their "dismay" earlier this month about the slow progress of talks. "The reality is, it's not a straightforward deal," Donald said. "There's a few parties to put together. "There needs to be a little bit of help and a little bit of thought or maybe just a bit of finance to get the thing over the line."

Summary: Oxfordshire businessman Stewart Donald believes a deal is close to bring Oxford United's Kassam Stadium home into community ownership.


Martin Maughan, 27, was found wounded in West Walk, Sneinton, on Saturday and died as a result of his injuries. Ben Richardson, of Main Road, Gedling, appeared at Nottingham Magistrates' Court and was remanded in custody. A 43-year-old, arrested on suspicion of murder, has been released on bail. No other people are sought in relation to this incident, police have said. The death was not directly linked to the stabbing death of a 38-year-old man in Mill View Close, Sneinton, on Sunday morning, Nottinghamshire Police confirmed. The second victim was holding a party celebrating the life of Mr Maughan, the BBC has been told.

Summary: A 19-year-old teenager has been charged with murder after a man was stabbed to death in Nottingham.


Gutknecht, who needed surgery after the fight, is in a "stable condition", says the British Boxing Board of Control. The 34-year-old fell ill in his changing room following his defeat on 18 November, and was taken to hospital. Groves, who beat Gutknecht to retain his WBA International super-middleweight title, has set up a fund to help the boxer and his family. "He is still in hospital in a coma after having surgery the night of our fight 12 days ago," wrote Groves on Twitter. Groves scored a unanimous points win in the fight at Wembley's SSE Arena.

Summary: Germany's Eduard Gutknecht remains in a coma 12 days after his defeat by George Groves, the British fighter says.


Mr Boles said doctors had found a cancerous tumour in his head. In a series of tweets, he joked people "might think that explains a lot about my recent behaviour" and praised emergency medical staff at London's Kings College hospital. The Grantham and Stamford MP said he would soon start treatment, adding: "I fought cancer off nine years ago and I am sure I can do it again." MPs from across the House of Commons wished the former business and planning minister well after he revealed his diagnosis.

Summary: Former Conservative minister Nick Boles has revealed he is battling cancer.


That is down 12% compared to the same period in 2016, when the bank recorded profits of £64.5m. The bank said the fall reflects lower incomes because of low interest rates and higher pension costs. Danske Bank UK CEO Kevin Kingston said: "The underlying performance of the bank remains strong, with lending up 8% year-on-year." He added: "Despite improved business activity across the bank, total income has remained broadly flat compared to the first half of 2016 as low interest rates continue to impede our income growth." The bank also reported that mortgage lending had increased 7% on last year.

Summary: Danske Bank in Northern Ireland has reported pre-tax profits of £56.5m for the first half of 2017.


Fe ddywedodd llefarydd y byddai Plaid Cymru "yn ystyried pob pleidlais pan maen nhw'n codi." Fe ddaeth sylwadau Plaid Cymru ar ôl i'w ymgynghorydd polisi Eurfyl ap Gwilym ddweud wrth raglen Taro'r Post y gallai Plaid Cymru ystyried cydweithio ar ambell fater. Yn ôl Eurfyl ap Gwilym fyddai hyn "ddim yn gyffredinol ond ar bethau arbennig." Dywedodd Mr ap Gwilym wrth BBC Cymru: "Os ydyn nhw'n dweud 'ni isio neud hyn a'r llall' ac mae fe'n iawn gyda ni bo nhw isio neud e, a bod ni'n cael rhywbeth ar y llaw arall - rhagor o fuddsoddi yn yr isadeiledd er enghraifft -yna bydden ni'n barod i ystyried hynny. "Dim cefnogi nhw'n gyffredinol ond ar bethau arbennig." Dywedodd llefarydd ar ran Plaid Cymru: "Bydd Aelodau Seneddol Plaid Cymru, fel maen nhw wedi bob amser, yn pleidleisio er budd Cymru. "Ond fydd 'na ddim unrhyw gytundebau neu glymbleidio gyda'r Ceidwadwyr."

Summary: Wrth i'r ansefydlogrwydd gwleidyddol barhau yn San Steffan mae Plaid Cymru wedi cadarnhau na fydd y blaid yn "cydweithio yn ffurfiol â'r Ceidwadwyr" yn San Steffan.


Emergency services were called to a bungalow in Penhalls Way, Playing Place, at about 13:45 BST, after they received a package, police said. Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service staff used breathing apparatus to enter the property and police and ambulance crews were all at the scene. A police cordon was set up. No other properties were thought to be affected. Although two people were left unwell, police said three people - aged 25, 30 and 54 - were examined at the scene by ambulance crews. Chief Inspector Ian Drummond-Smith, of Devon and Cornwall Police, said the package would be sent off for forensic examination. He said: "They did feel unwell. There were no serious injuries and no requirement for them to attend hospital." Emergency services began winding down their operation at about 17:00.

Summary: A hazardous materials team were called out to deal with a suspicious package at a home near Truro.


The discovery was made at about 10:45 BST on Saturday near the Fiveways Junction in East Harling. A post-mortem examination on Sunday found the victim appeared to have been seriously assaulted but could not establish the cause of death. People are being asked to avoid the wooded area between East Harling and Shadwell while enquiries are ongoing. Det Supt Katie Elliott said: "We are in the early stages of our investigation and working to establish the sequence of events which led to this man's death." Norfolk Police would like to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time and may have further information. More news from Norfolk

Summary: Police are working to establish how a man was murdered after a body was found in Norfolk woodland.


The early exits of top seeds Serena and Venus Williams and Caroline Wozniacki left the final being contested by players ranked 47 and 61 in the world. The 23-year-old Davis, who lost two finals in 2016, is one of the tour's smallest players at just 5ft 2in. "The feeling is indescribable, to win my first WTA title," said Davis. "I've been waiting for this moment for quite a few years," added the world number 61. Elsewhere, world number 52 Katerina Siniakova of the Czech Republic also won her first WTA tour title when she beat eighth-seeded American Alison Riske 6-3 6-4 in the final of the Shenzhen Open in China. The 20-year-old, who knocked out British number one Johanna Konta in the semi-finals, had lost her two previous WTA finals at the Swedish Open and the Japan Open in 2016.

Summary: American Lauren Davis won her first WTA title by defeating Croatian teenager Ana Konjuh 6-3 6-1 in the Auckland Classic final on Saturday.


South Caernarfon Creameries first started operating at the site near Pwllheli in 1937. It will use the money to modernise its production facilities. The firm will also increase its first phase capacity from 9,500 to 11,500 tonnes a year. The loan comes from the Wales Capital Growth Fund, managed by Finance Wales. Managing director Alan Jones said: "We reviewed our business model in 2010 and decided to focus on the development of our core products of Welsh cheese and butter. "Our Dragon branded cheese is the leading Welsh brand and is available in most UK supermarkets. This investment to develop our facilities is required to further grow the brand as well as to enable us to develop other market opportunities."

Summary: Wales' oldest and largest dairy co-operative is expanding its cheese production facilities with the help of a £1m loan.


Big brands are also using the hashtag to get noticed on May 4. Mark Hamill, who is reprising his role of Luke Skywalker, has posed with his children for a special Star Wars Day family portrait (above). And Darth Vader himself is joining in. Many global brands are using #MayThe4thBeWithYou to sell flight tickets, pizzas and camper vans. The British Museum is on the money for using an actual Star Wars exhibit to celebrate the big day. Former Dragons Den star Theo Paphitis has joined in the fun and attempted to plug his companies. Heathrow Airport is winning a lot of plaudits for its funny tweet featuring the Millennium Falcon and X-wing starfighters. We can't just ignore this cute tweet! Some charities are using the #MayThe4thBeWithYou hashtag to raise awareness for their respective charities. For some people, every day is Star Wars Day. Produced by Paul Harrison

Summary: May the 4th Be With You - it's officially the day when we celebrate all things Star Wars and Twitter has been invaded by fans marking the special day.


Police stopped a Land Rover in Village Way, East Dulwich, which they believed was involved in a burglary. When the officer opened the driver's door the car reversed quickly, taking the officer with him and crashing into other cars behind, the Met said. He was taken to King's College Hospital with a suspected broken leg after the incident at 17:35 BST. An officer at the scene told the BBC "one of the burglars ran over the officer deliberately." A male passenger in the Land Rover was arrested and the driver fled on foot towards the train tracks at North Dulwich Station and remains at large. Southern Railway said services were briefly brought to halt due a trespasser on the track outside of North Dulwich.

Summary: A policeman is in hospital after being "deliberately run over" by a suspect fleeing officers in south London.


The main accused, Corporal Kakom Kouack Blood, was sentenced to 15 years' hard labour for wilfully setting fire to the depot in the capital, Brazzaville. Twenty-six others were acquitted of the blasts, blamed at the time on a short-circuit that caused a fire. The explosions wounded more than 2,300 and left 17,000 homeless. They were so powerful that windows were blown out and roofs damaged several miles away in Kinshasa, across the river in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The criminal court in Brazzaville also sentenced the former deputy secretary general to the national security council, Colonel Marcel Tsourou, to five years' hard labour for his role in the explosions, AFP news agency reports. Congo is a poor country, ruled by Denis Sassou Nguesso who first came to power some three decades ago with military backing.

Summary: Six soldiers have been jailed by a court in Congo-Brazzaville for explosions at an arms depot that killed nearly 300 people in March 2012.


The Oswestry-based club appears on a winding-up list due to be heard at the High Court in London on Monday. But Saints, who also won the Welsh Cup and Word Cup during the 2014-15 season, say they know nothing about the order. "Nobody at the club has been made aware of this and are shocked by such news," the club said in a statement. "A further statement will be released once more information is forthcoming." Nine times Welsh champions Saints are top of the Welsh Premier League. The only full-time side in the Welsh Premier League face Denbigh Town in the Word Cup final on Saturday at Llandudno's Maesdu Park.

Summary: Welsh Premier League champions The New Saints have been issued with a winding-up order.


The prehistory park at Oyne, near Insch, was shut down in 2011. Attempts to find a new backer have ended in failure. It opened in 1997 but cost more than Â£100,000 a year in annual subsidies. Aberdeenshire Council has agreed to put the former museum and a large amount of open space on the open market. Councillor Fergus Hood, chairman of the Garioch area committee, said: "Archaeolink has served its use as a tourist facility and, having considered a range of options since its closure, it is felt offering the site for sale is the most sensible way forward. "As well as the museum structure itself, the site boasts a substantial amount of open space and we hope it will attract significant interest."

Summary: Aberdeenshire Council has agreed to sell the site of the failed tourist attraction Archaeolink.


Scores of homes have been destroyed in the city, in Coahuila state, which is just across the border from Del Rio, Texas. Images from the scene showed cars upended and leaning against buildings. Local media said the death toll could rise as more destroyed homes were searched. Rosario Cano, a spokeswoman for Coahuila's interior department, said the tornado had struck at about 06:40 (11:40 GMT). Are you affected by the issues raised in this story? Email haveyoursay@bbc.co.uk with your experiences. If you would be happy to speak further to a BBC journalist, please include a contact telephone number. You can also tweet your stories to @BBC_HaveYourSay or text 61124. If you are outside the UK, send them to the international number +44 7624 800 100. Or WhatsApp us on +44 7525 900971 Read our terms and conditions.

Summary: At least seven people are reported to have been killed by a tornado that hit the northern Mexico border city of Ciudad Acuna.


The hashtag #grammerschools has been trending on Twitter with people arguing for and against their re-introduction. But eagle-eyed users have noticed the error and are commenting on the spelling of the hashtag rather than the topic itself. Glen Laker's tweet made the point very succinctly: Mark Pullinger tells off people opposing more grammar schools for the misspelt hashtag: Will Black's irony meter has hit its maximum point: Jonny Geller tweeted this image showing poor grammar: I H Laking used this gif to illustrate the hashtag: Others shared images of the actor Kelsey Grammer as people have mistakenly tweeted the spelling of his surname. While Siraj saw the irony of the hashtag trending on International Literacy Day on Thursday. Andree Massiah, UGC and Social News team

Summary: The subject of grammar schools has been much talked about online but people have been spelling it incorrectly.


The attack happened in Meadow Road and Milford Road, near the Readipop studio, at about 23:20 BST. A number of men had been seen running along the road with traffic cones and other items before the fight started. The victim was taken to the Royal Berkshire Hospital then transferred to the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford. Det Con Tim Lloyd said the attack started inside the Readipop venue, where a private function was taking place. "There were in excess of 200 people at the event, therefore a number of people are likely to have witnessed the altercation," he said. "I would appeal to these people to come forward and speak to police if you saw what happened."

Summary: A 21-year-old man is in a critical condition after receiving head injuries during a brawl involving up to 20 people in Reading.


Westerman scored 29 tries in 128 appearances for the Black and Whites after signing from Castleford in 2010. The 25-year-old made his England debut against Samoa in 2014, but was left out of the squad for the upcoming series against France and New Zealand. "Hopefully next year we can win some silverware and compete at the top of the table," he told the club website. "That's my ambition, it's a good enough club and there's no reason why we shouldn't be contesting for medals. "When I was younger and with England I worked under [Warrington head coach] Tony Smith and I learnt a lot then, so I am looking forward to learning from him again."

Summary: Warrington have signed forward Joe Westerman from Hull FC on a three-year contract for a £150,000 transfer fee.


Bristolian Tavare 26, has signed until the end of the 2019 season, while South African Van Buuren, also 26, has signed until the end of the 2018 campaign. "It's great to see both players committed to the club for the long term," said head coach Richard Dawson. "Will and Graeme are still developing their skills and will add strength and depth to the squad." Van Buuren was signed from South African side Titans earlier this year and qualifies as a non-overseas player because his wife has a British passport. "I have had an awesome time at the club this year and loved every minute of it on and off the field," he said. "I am over the moon and very grateful to be spending the next couple of years in Bristol and can't wait for the 2017 season to start."

Summary: Batsman Will Tavare and all-rounder Graeme van Buuren have extended their contracts with Gloucestershire.


The body of Sinead Wooding, 26, was discovered by joggers near Alwoodley Crags car park in Stairfoot Lane on 14 May. Akshar Ali, 26, of Kings Road, Leeds, and Yasmin Ahmed, 27, of Reginald Mount, Leeds, both denied the charge during a hearing at Leeds Crown Court. They were remanded in custody and will stand trial on 13 November.ã€€ More on this and other West Yorkshire stories At the same court hearing, Asim Ali, 20, of Kings Road, Leeds and Vicky Briggs, 25, of Throstle Road, Leeds both denied a charge of assisting an offender. They were released on bail. On Thursday, the Independent Police Complaints Commission announced it was investigating West Yorkshire Police over its actions prior to the discovery of Ms Wooding's body.

Summary: Two people have appeared in court accused of the murder of a woman found dead in woodland near Leeds.


Pat Perez shot a four-under par 67 in Sunday's final round to finish 21 under to win, with overnight leader American Gary Woodland two strokes back. Knox, 31, carded a final-day five-under-par 66 on the Greg Norman-designed El Camaleon course. "I wasn't all that comfortable out there. This course kind of makes you put the steer on sometimes," he said. "But I made seven birdies. A couple of mistakes, but overall starting the day I would have taken 66." Compatriot Martin Laird tied for 13th at 13 under par, while Northern Ireland's Graeme McDowell finished two shots further back in tied 24th. We've launched a new BBC Sport newsletter, bringing all the best stories, features and video right to your inbox. You can sign up here.

Summary: Scotland's Russell Knox finished three shots off the lead to come third at the OHL Classic at Mayakoba, Mexico.


Media playback is not supported on this device The 18 top flight clubs turned it down last year but have now voted 15-3 in favour of the technology following a proposal by Bayern Munich. The league will adopt the Hawk-Eye system which has been used in the Premier League since 2013-14. "I believe that this is a step forward for German football," said Reinhard Rauball, president of the German Football League. Mainz 05 president Harald Strutz added: "The clubs have recognised that we can no longer ignore this technology development." As well as in the Premier League, goalline technology was used at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, but it has not been adopted elsewhere. The Hawk-Eye system notifies the referee if the ball has crossed the goal line via a vibration and optical signal sent within one second to the officials' watches.

Summary: Goalline technology will be used in the German Bundesliga from next season.


Police said the man was left unhurt but "understandably shaken" after the incident, which took place in Balmoral Place at about 22:30 on Thursday. The men, who spoke with Liverpool accents, took items of personal property during the raid. The male suspects are all described as in their mid 30s and wearing dark hooded tops. Police want to trace a motorcyclist seen driving along Balunie Avenue around the time of the incident. He was described as wearing dark clothing and a light-coloured helmet.

Summary: A 32-year-old man has been threatened and robbed in his Dundee home by three hooded raiders.


The budget airline will begin operating the year-round, twice-weekly service on 16 September. The move brings brings the total number of destinations served by Wizz Air from Glasgow to seven. It already operates services to the Polish cities of Warsaw, Poznan, Katowice and Gdansk. Wizz Air also recently announced plans to add direct flights to Budapest in Hungary and the Polish city of Lublin from the Scottish city. Glasgow Airport business development manager Paul White said: "This is yet further good news from Wizz Air which has gone from strength-to-strength since its arrival at Glasgow Airport two years ago. "It has continued to respond to demand by adding direct flights to popular European destinations and the new Vilnius service will no doubt prove extremely popular with both Lithuanian and Scottish passengers."

Summary: Wizz Air has announced plans to launch direct flights between Glasgow and the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius for the first time.


Michael Sailstorfer has hidden 30 24-carat gold bars on Folkestone's Outer Harbour beach. More than 150 people started digging for gold when low tide exposed the beach. Organisers say prospectors can keep any bars they find. The Folkestone Digs project is part of the town's triennial arts festival. The event, which takes place every three years and runs from 30 August to 2 November, will also feature work by Yoko Ono. Lewis Biggs, curator of Folkestone Triennial said: "There are 30 gold bars buried there, along with a lot of washers, so if you bring your metal detector you will find a lot of washers before you find any gold. "We will never know if the gold has been found or not." He said it was hoped people digging on the beach would create a work of art by making sand castles at the same time.

Summary: A gold-rush has started at a beach in Kent where a German artist buried £10,000 worth of bullion as part of an arts festival.


The 19-year-old featured twice as a substitute for the Royals in the Championship last season. The United States Under-20 international links up with the National League leaders, who face Aldershot on Saturday. "We have been keeping an eye on him for a while," Robins manager Gary Johnson told BBC Radio Gloucestershire. "He is an athletic boy who is very fit. He is a competitive lad too, which is good, so we are pleased we have that other string to our bow."

Summary: Cheltenham Town have signed Reading striker Andrija Novakovich on an emergency loan until 2 January.


The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) said a Mayday call was received at 12:40 BST reporting he had fallen from the vessel in French waters. RNLI lifeboats from Eastbourne, Newhaven and Shoreham and the UK Coastguard helicopter were involved in the search. The search was suspended at 21:00 BST, the UK Coastguard confirmed. Matt West, duty controller for the UK Coastguard said: "Following a comprehensive search effort in the area with nothing found, a decision has been taken to suspend the search pending any further information." The MCA said the vessel was 30 miles south of Newhaven when it happened. The French Coastguard was also involved in the search.

Summary: A man is missing after he was reported to have gone overboard from a fishing vessel in the English Channel.


Leading Australian trainer Peter Moody had been facing a three-year disqualification if found guilty. He was found guilty of two lesser charges by a disciplinary board, relating to the non-intentional administration of cobalt to a horse. The penalty for those offences will be decided at a later date. The Moody-trained Lidari tested positive for cobalt following a race in Melbourne in October 2014. But a Racing Appeals and Disciplinary Board decided the drug was not administered deliberately. Cobalt is said to have similar effects in horses to the blood-boosting hormone EPO in athletes. Black Caviar retired in 2013 as the top-rated racehorse in the world, having amassed 15 Group One victories.

Summary: The trainer of retired sprinter Black Caviar has been cleared of deliberately administering illegal levels of the drug cobalt to a horse.


Four liners are to visit Invergordon on the Cromarty Firth, with many of the passengers taking coaches to make trips to Inverness and other places. AIDACara, Disney Magic and Nautica are already in the firth with Hebridean Princess due to arrive later. The ships carry more than 4,000 passengers, smaller than Invergordon's record of 6,600 passengers in a single day earlier this year. Two large cruise ships were involved on that day. Disney Magic previously visited Invergordon last year.

Summary: A Highlands port is having its busiest day of 2017 for visits by cruise ships.