The metal containers filled with the substance, commonly known as "laughing gas", were taken sometime between 16:20 on Friday and 05:20 on Sunday. Nitrous oxide has been known to be used as a recreational drug or as a fuel additive in cars, but police warned against misusing the "dangerous substance". Officers have appealed for information. A Police Scotland spokesman said: "Nitrous oxide, or N2O, is commonly known as laughing gas and has analgesic properties when used medically, however worryingly it has been known to be used illegally as a recreational drug and can be used by car enthusiasts as a fuel additive. "Nitrous oxide can be a dangerous substance if it is misused or consumed without medical supervision. "Also, any attempt to interfere with the pressurised cylinders may result in serious injury if they are not handled correctly."

Summary: Police are investigating after nitrous oxide gas cylinders were stolen from Perth Royal Infirmary.


Charles Lucas, a city councillor for the past two years, was chosen over Steve Smith, a GP surgery manager. Labour will be represented by Marvin Rees, the Liberal Democrats by Kay Barnard, and independents George Ferguson, the current mayor, and John Langley will also stand. The Greens are expected to select their candidate in October. Mr Lucas is a member of the Development Control Committee, and of the Neighbourhood Partnership for Cabot, Clifton and Clifton East. Last week the Green candidate for the Bristol West parliamentary constituency, Darren Hall, urged fellow members to back Mr Ferguson. The elected mayor leads the city council and its full range of services, with a turnover of about Â£1bn a year. Mr Ferguson became the first person to fill the role, which replaced that of council leader, when he won the mayoral election of May 2012.

Summary: The Conservatives have chosen their candidate for the Bristol mayoral elections due to be held next May.


Bacuna, 25, played 131 times in four years with Villa and started their opening Championship game of the season against Hull on 5 August. The Curacao international could make his Royals debut against Villa when the sides meet each other on Tuesday. "He has played Premier League football and brings quality to us," said Reading manager Jaap Stam. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Reading have signed midfielder Leandro Bacuna from Aston Villa on a four-year contract.


Officers have been treating the fire which damaged the Grade II-listed pier in East Sussex last July as deliberate. Forensic experts were brought in to try to rebuild the damaged hard drives. Christos Stylianou, general manager of the pier, said the recovered data showed 30 days of footage from 24 cameras around the arcade site. He described it as a "positive development". Sussex Police said officers were studying the CCTV images for evidence. The pier was partially reopened to traders and the public last September after the first stage of reconstruction work was completed. Its owners have said they hope to reopen the main deck to the public within the next month. Mr Stylianou said: "We're currently in talks with the local authorities about introducing fairground rides, temporary amusements to make it an attraction and a fun day for families for the 2015 season."

Summary: Police investigating the fire that destroyed a third of Eastbourne's pier have recovered useable images from CCTV hard drives damaged in the blaze.


The collection of more than 30,000 items, some dating back to 1850, have been donated by professional and amateur photographers. The project, called Cornish Memory, received Â£225,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund which was used to create the website and digitise the media. Organisers plan to add thousands more images over the coming months. Manager Claire White said the project "relied heavily" on volunteers and the idea came from the fact that numerous collections were not accessible to the public. She said: "We wanted to bring the various collections together to make it available. "We started work on the project in 2012 and still have thousands to add." Ms White said she was in conversation with the Heritage Lottery Fund for further grants and was searching for alternative funding to help pay for the project in the future.

Summary: A photo, film and audio archive documenting Cornish life has been made available online.


The Department for Transport (DfT) said bidders for the new franchise must demonstrate how they would deliver more trains and more space for passengers. The current operator, Govia, wants to run the franchise again after its contract expires in October 2017. It has been shortlisted as a bidder alongside West Midlands Trains Ltd. New services will offer more than 300 extra Sunday services across the franchise by 2021, more evening trains, free wi-fi on mainline services and better ticket options for passengers who travel fewer than five days a week. A new direct peak time service between Walsall and London will also be provided. Rail Minister Paul Maynard described it as the "biggest investment in the railways since the Victorian era".

Summary: A new West Midlands Rail (WMR) franchise will accommodate another 20,000 passengers in London and Birmingham at peak times.


Alan Couper, 62, from Southampton, died at the scene on Stockbridge Road, at the entrance to the golf club in Leckford, on Wednesday. In a statement his family called him a "loving, gorgeous husband, fantastic supportive father and grandad". They added: "We will miss him so much. We loved him with all our hearts." "Life will never be the same without him," the statement concluded. The collision involved a lorry and two motorbikes, with another motorcyclist being taken to Southampton General Hospital with minor injuries. Hampshire Constabulary said the lorry driver, a 57-year-old man from Tidworth, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving following the crash. He was bailed pending further inquiries. Officers have appealed for witnesses to come forward.

Summary: A motorcyclist killed in a crash with a lorry in Hampshire died while enjoying "one of his favourite pastimes", his family have said.


Prosecutors described the Paralympic athlete's punishment for killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in 2013 as "shockingly lenient". At the hearing in Pretoria, Judge Thokozile Masipa said the petition had no reasonable prospect of success. The state now has 21 days to take its case to the Supreme Court of Appeal. Pistorius, 29, was given a five-year term for manslaughter in 2014, but was found guilty of murder last December after a prosecution appeal. He shot Ms Steenkamp through a locked toilet door and said in his his defence that he mistook her for an intruder. The judge said at the sentencing that she had deviated from the minimum 15-year sentence because of "compelling personal circumstances". She said mitigating circumstances, such as rehabilitation and remorse, had outweighed aggravating factors, such as his failure to fire a warning shot.

Summary: South African state prosecutors have failed in their bid to challenge the six-year sentence for murder handed down to Oscar Pistorius.


The new owner is the Schivo Group which works in the medical technologies, aerospace and oil and gas sectors. MPE supplies parts to major aircraft manufacturers Bombardier, Airbus and Boeing. It employs 133 staff who will continue to be based at the Derry factory. Schivo said the deal would expand its interests in the "buoyant" aerospace engineering sector. The firm's chief executive, Seamus Kilgannon, said it creates "a significant indigenous supplier to the global aerospace industry". MPE's managing director Sean Phelan said that by becoming part of a larger organisation they would be able to better serve customers and invest further. The sale price was not disclosed.

Summary: The Londonderry-based aerospace engineering firm Maydown Precision Engineering (MPE) has been sold to a Waterford-based company.


Sevdet Ramadan Besim wanted to carry out the attack at an Anzac Day event in April. He pleaded guilty in the Victorian Supreme Court to one count of plotting a terrorist act. Besim had discussed the plan with a teenager in the UK, who was sentenced to life earlier this year. The 15-year-old from Blackburn, who has not been named, is believed to be the youngest Briton guilty of a terror offence. He will serve at least five years for inciting terrorism and will only be released once he is no longer considered to be dangerous. The court had heard that the two of them also joked about packing explosives into a kangaroo's pouch and setting it loose on police officers. Anzac Day is the annual commemoration of the 1915 Gallipoli landings in Turkey by Australian and New Zealand troops.

Summary: A 19-year old man has been jailed for 10 years in Melbourne, Australia for plotting to run over and then behead a police officer.


The deadliest attack took place near a restaurant in the city's Palestine Street, killing eight people. The militant Islamic State (IS) group, which seized last swathes of the country last year, often says it is behind such attacks. Even before the rise of IS, Iraq has been wracked for years by deadly sectarian attacks. Several other attacks were reported in the capital, some of them targeting military personnel. IS did say it was behind yet another attack on Tuesday against a local government building in Amiriyat al-Fallujah, to the west of Baghdad, in which at least two people were killed. The town is the province of Anbar, much of which is now under IS control. Tuesday marked a year since Iraq's second city, Mosul, was seized by the group.

Summary: A series of bomb attacks in and around the Iraqi capital Baghdad has left at least 18 people dead.


Livermore, 29, won 4x100m gold - with Usain Bolt, Kemar Bailey-Cole and Nickel Ashmeade - and individual 200m bronze at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. He returned the positive result - for an unnamed substance - in an out-of-competition test in December. A full hearing is set for 11 September. Following a preliminary hearing on Friday, Kent Gammon, chairman of the independent three-member panel, said Livermore had violated the rules of the Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission (Jadco). Jadco is a separate body to the anti-doping disciplinary panel, but will be represented at September's hearing. Livermore is not part of the Jamaica squad for next month's World Athletics Championships in London.

Summary: Jamaican Commonwealth Games gold medallist Jason Livermore has tested positive for a banned substance, the country's anti-doping disciplinary panel says.


The 31-year-old free agent averaged 12.3 points from 74 games for Miami Heat last season after joining them in 2014 from the Cleveland Cavaliers. Sudan-born Deng represented Britain at the 2012 Olympics and also played for the Chicago Bulls from 2004 to 2014. Meanwhile, former Miami team-mate and 12-time NBA All-Star Dwyane Wade is heading to Chicago. The guard has accepted a reported two-year, $47.5m deal with the Bulls. "I was born and raised in Chicago," said Wade, 34. "I'm excited to go back to the place I've always envisioned playing basketball. "Growing up, Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls was the team for us."

Summary: British forward Luol Deng has joined the Los Angeles Lakers on a four-year deal worth $72m (£55m).


The hoard was discovered in Bedale, North Yorkshire, in 2012 and includes a gold sword pommel and silver neck ring and collar. The Yorkshire Museum launched an appeal in January to raise the funds to buy the hoard, which was valued at £51,636. It has since received enough public donations and grants to keep the treasure on display in Yorkshire. Natalie McCaul, from the museum, said: "The hoard is an incredible and intriguing find and one that we can now carry out research on to hopefully shed new light on Viking life in this part of Yorkshire." As well as the pommel, neck ring and collar, the hoard contains a silver armlet, 29 silver ingots, two other silver neck rings, gold rivets and half a silver brooch. Archaeologists believe it dates from the late ninth or early 10th Century.

Summary: A museum's campaign to buy a Viking hoard worth more than £50,000 has been successful.


Rooney was arrested shortly after 02:00 BST after officers stopped a black VW Beetle on Altrincham Road, Wilmslow. Cheshire Police said Rooney, 31, had been charged with driving whilst over the prescribed limit. The ex-England captain has been released on bail and is due to appear at Stockport Magistrates' Court later this month. Rooney, who retired from the national team last month, is England's all-time record goal scorer. He rejoined his boyhood club Everton this summer, 13 years after leaving the Merseyside team for Manchester United. Rooney's court hearing is set for 18 September - the day after Everton take on Manchester United at Old Trafford in the Premier League.

Summary: Everton striker Wayne Rooney has been charged with drink-driving, Cheshire Police have said.


Thousands of actors and participants are taking part in the Green Fields Beyond event. It also focuses on the role of the women, dubbed "Munitionettes", who worked on the production lines The tank was designed by William Tritton and Walter Wilson while working for Lincoln agricultural engineering firm Fosters. Click here for live updates from the event A small number of Mark 1 tanks from Lincoln were used for the first time on 15 September 1916 during the Battle of the Somme. The name of the event is taken from the unofficial tank regiment motto "Through Mud and Blood to the Green Fields Beyond". Celebrations began on Friday night with a preview of tonight's performance at Lincoln Castle attended by 1,500 people. Elsewhere, crowds were being entertained with music, storytelling, poetry and historical talks.

Summary: Celebrations to mark the 100th anniversary of Lincoln's first World War One tanks are taking place.


Hibs trail Brondby 1-0 following Thursday's first leg at Easter Road, with the return leg in Denmark next Thursday. Aberdeen, leading Latvians Ventspils 3-0, could face Maribor or Levski Sofia. And Hearts, level at 0-0 with Birkirkara, will play Russian side Krasnodar if they progress. Slovenians Maribor, who have knocked Hibs and Rangers out of the Europa League in recent years, recorded a goalless draw with Bulgarian outfit Levski Sofia on Thursday. The first legs of the third qualifying round ties are provisionally scheduled for 28 July, with the second legs on 4 August. The Europa League play-off round - the final knockout round before the group stage - follows the third qualifying round.

Summary: German side Hertha Berlin await the winners of Hibernian's Europa League second qualifying round tie with Brondby.


The club have described the problem as a "grade two" injury, but have not given a time frame for his absence. Spanish newspaper AS has reported the Wales forward, 27, will be out for three to four weeks. Real face Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final next Tuesday, with the final in Cardiff on 3 June. Bale, 27, came off after 39 minutes in Sunday's El Clasico defeat by Barcelona. Real, level on points with La Liga leaders Barca and with a game in hand, have important league games this week, facing Deportivo on Wednesday and Valencia on Saturday. Wales play a World Cup qualifier in Serbia on 11 June, eight days after the Champions League final. However, Bale is suspended for the match in Belgrade.

Summary: Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale could miss crucial games in the end-of-season run-in after suffering a calf injury.


Organisers want more police presence in Levenshulme, Manchester, following the attack on the 31-year-old at Cringle Park shortly before midday on Monday. The march followed a similar event in the area after a 12-year-old girl was raped in a nearby park in September. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said it had "increased patrols in the area" and was "doing everything in our power" to find Monday's attacker. However Pauline Johnston, from the Love Levenshulme community group, said: "I don't think what they've done has been sufficient at all." "We want patrols to be stepped up day in and day out, not just reactively." One marcher said: "We work really hard to make it a beautiful place for everybody to share and we won't have people frightened out of it." Another participant commented: "I don't think anyone should be scared to walk through their own park, especially in broad daylight."

Summary: About 100 people have marched in a park where a woman was raped.


Delays of 65 minutes were reported at the security gate at about 08:00 BST. The "IT fault" was resolved but the system went down again about two hours later, leading to manual checks resuming and further delays. The airport later said the systems failures had been "rectified" but advised travellers to allow extra time. An airport spokeswoman added cause of the software problems was being investigated. Read more on this story and more from across Birmingham and Black Country Mike Cleveland, who was delayed by the first IT problem, said it meant there was no express queue to get through security. "[The airport staff] said they will come through and grab you for the urgent flights," he said.

Summary: Manual security checks have been carried out at Birmingham Airport after technical problems caused scanners and metal detectors to fail twice.


It comes after nearly 500 animals at South Lakes Safari Zoo died over four years. Local officials have said they don't think the zoo's conservation plans are good enough. The zoo's owner has 28 days to appeal against the decision. If there's no appeal, then it's expected that the zoo will shut down. Inspectors found the animals weren't being looked after properly, and there were problems with housing and overcrowding. A keeper also died at the zoo in 2013. South Lakes Safari Zoo opened in 1994 and has more than 1,500 animals, including giraffes and rare birds.

Summary: A zoo in Cumbria, north-west England, could close after the owner was refused permission to keep it running.


Built at a cost of Â£0.5bn, Britannia was officially named by the Queen in a ceremony in Southampton in March. The ship, carrying about 5,000 passengers, anchored off Newhaven, near Leith in Edinburgh, on Wednesday. It has now arrived at Invergordon in Easter Ross and some of the thousands of holidaymakers have been making day trips into Inverness. The 141,000-tonne, Italian-built ship has a 94m (308ft) Union Jack on its bow and is operated by P&O. Its voyage around the British Isles has been described as a "lap of honour". While anchored off Newhaven, the ship was visited by Edinburgh's Deputy Lord Provost Steve Cardownie.

Summary: The UK's largest cruise ship has arrived in Scotland as part of its maiden voyage around the British Isles.


Mulhern, 21, made four appearances for the Rhinos and joins up with former team-mate Jamie Peacock who is now football manager at the Robins. Coach Chris Chester told BBC Radio Humberside: "He's come through a really good system at Leeds and is very highly-rated by Jamie. "He fits the bill for the recruitment that we are trying to do here and I'm looking forward to working with him." Media playback is not supported on this device Chester added: "I expect him to be pushing to be in the squad and it's up to him to impress in training and in the friendlies." Meanwhile, Hull KR have also signed winger Will Oakes, 16, from Wakefield's academy. The teenager will initially join up with the newly formed Hull Academy side.

Summary: Hull KR have signed Leeds Rhinos prop Robbie Mulhern on a two-year deal.


Dunbar sustained the injury as Warriors beat Racing 92 on Saturday. Prop Alex Allan and flanker Hamish Watson have also been added to the Six Nations training squad. Centre Mark Bennett continues to make good progress on the shoulder injury he sustained earlier this month. Glasgow Warriors' Allan and Edinburgh's Watson joined the rest of the squad at their training base in St Andrews on Sunday. Allan, 24, has a solitary Test cap to his name, having made his international debut against the USA in the summer of 2014. Watson, also 24, has made two Scotland appearances, both against Italy, in the 2015 Six Nations and the Rugby World Cup warm-up fixture in Turin respectively. Both players are products of the Scottish Exiles development programme. Scotland's Six Nations campaign begins with the Calcutta Cup clash at Murrayfield on Saturday, 6 February.

Summary: Glasgow Warriors centre Alex Dunbar requires ongoing assessment and treatment on a mild posterior thigh strain with Scotland's Six Nations opener against England 12 days away.


The 27-year-old, who spent the past two years on loan at Roma, signed a four-year deal with the Italian champions. The Poland international played 38 times for Roma last season and kept 14 clean sheets - the most in Serie A. "When you come to Juve, it's because you've been chosen. I had no hesitation," said Szczesny, who made 132 appearances for Arsenal in eight years at the club. "I'm ready for a new challenge - Juventus is the best choice for the next stage of my career." Szczesny said he had already spoken to Juve number one Gianluigi Buffon, who he described as "a legend in our game". "I'm really happy to be here," he added. "I'm not feeling any pressure. I'm here to represent the club at the highest level." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny has completed a £10m move to Juventus.


Justine Allingham, 24, from Portchester, Hampshire completed 366 handstands on Wednesday. The challenge, held to raise money for The Fire Fighters Charity, saw her stand on her hands at sites around England. She completed the challenge with a handstand at Fareham Fire Station joined by some of its firefighters. The former martial artist has raised hundreds of pounds for the charity which helps serving and retired firefighters and their families from the challenge. Pictures of her 366 handstands - including this year's leap year - were captured and shared on her social media feeds.

Summary: A gymnast has completed a charity challenge to hold a handstand every day for a year.


Jamaica's Aaron Jones-Bishop scored his third try with two minutes left, but Jy-Mel Coleman missed the conversion that would have won the game. Wales trailed at half-time with tries by Rhodri Lloyd and Courtney Davies going unconverted. Davies took over the kicking and converted Lloyd White's try and kicked a penalty to edge Wales ahead 16-12 with six minutes remaining. Wales squad: Elliot Kear, Rhys Williams, Dai Evans, Christiaan Roets, Courtney Davies, Gil Dudson, Lloyd White, Craig Kopczak, Rhodri Lloyd, Steve Parry, Joe Burke, Jake Emmitt, Anthony Walker, Andrew Gay, Matty Fozard, Morgan Evans, Ian Newbury, Connor Farrer, Ben Morris Jamaica squad: Wayne Reittie, Richard Barnett, Alex Brown, Lewis Bowman, Aaron Jones-Bishop, Danny Thomas, Jy-Mel Coleman, Jode Sheriffe, Joel Farrell, Jordan Andrade, Mo Agoro, Danny Bravo, Corey Hanson, Ross Peltier, Jamel Goodhall, Keenen Tomlinson, Kadeem Williams, Josh Hill

Summary: Jamaica held Wales to a thrilling draw in a friendly in Wakefield.


The duo, brothers Matt and Luke Goss, were due to play a full UK tour this summer, after a break of 24 years. But now dates in Newcastle, Glasgow, Nottingham and Birmingham have been scrapped. A statement said the dates had been cancelled "due to unforeseen logistical circumstances", with the brothers offering "sincere apologies" to fans. Two shows at London's O2 arena will go ahead, as will a date at the Manchester arena on 22 August. The first London date, on 19 August, marks the anniversary of their farewell show at Wembley Stadium in 1989. It sold out in seven seconds. However, there are several hundred tickets available for the remaining shows. Follow us on Facebook, on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts, or on Instagram at bbcnewsents. If you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk.

Summary: Re-formed pop group Bros have cancelled all their concerts outside London and Manchester.


National Lottery funding of Â£3.5m was announced for the Cliffe Castle park restoration in 2013, with work due to start next year. Bradford Council's plans will be on display at Cliffe Castle Museum for at least eight weeks. People will be able to comment on the proposals which include a cafe, glasshouses, fountains and bandstand. Created by mill owner Henry Isaac Butterfield in the 1870s, Cliffe Castle and its grounds were donated to the people of Keighley in the 1940s, with the mansion becoming a museum. The restoration project will see many of the Victorian features in the park, which have been neglected, restored to working condition. Councillor Imran Khan said: "The Cliffe Castle park project will complement the recent restoration of the Cliffe Castle Museum, recreating and rejuvenating a marvellous asset for everyone to enjoy."

Summary: Plans to restore a Keighley park to its Victorian splendour have gone on public display.


Sir Bernard Hogan-Howe told the BBC's Andrew Marr "you can only make so many efficiency savings" before front-line services are affected. Sir Bernard, who retires at the end of the month, said public service spending had been hit since 2008. A Home Office Spokesman said: "The Metropolitan Police Service remains the best funded force in the country." But the country's most senior officer said: "If you look across the whole of the UK the number of cops has come from 147,000 to 127,000. "The likelihood is by 2020 there will be even less public spending, and there's another Â£3bn [of savings] to find." The Home Office said police funding has been protected since the 2015 spending review. "The public should be in no doubt that the Metropolitan Police will continue to have the resources its needs to cut crime and keep our communities safe," a spokesman said.

Summary: The outgoing Met Police Commissioner has warned against further cuts to police budgets and officer numbers.


Ryan Counsell, 28, a Muslim convert from Nottingham, was convicted of four charges, including having possession of an al-Qaeda bomb-making guide. Woolwich Crown Court heard he was arrested two days before he was due to fly out. Judge Andrew Lees said: "I'm sure you would have gone, and I'm sure you would not have returned." Counsell's barrister claimed he had intended to leave his home in Russell Road, Forest Fields, because the Brexit result had prompted an anti-Muslim backlash. He added the idea of Counsell joining the Abu Sayyaf group, which is linked to the so-called Islamic State, was "absurd" as it did not recruit westerners but kidnapped them instead. But the judge said he had downloaded "a wealth" of extremist material and hidden Â£900 worth of military-style equipment and clothing in his child's bedroom.

Summary: A former Asda worker has been jailed for eight years for trying to join Islamist extremists in the Philippines.


The aim of the facility, which will include a cafe bar, teaching rooms and exhibition space, is to protect the language and provide somewhere for people to speak Welsh. It will be run alongside the Cardiff Story museum already based at The Old Library on The Hayes. The plans are dependant on a Welsh government grant. The money is part of a scheme to create similar centres around the country to encourage more people to learn and use the language. Among the activities planned for the centre are Welsh language courses run by Cardiff University and music events for Welsh bands, hosted by nightclub Clwb Ifor Bach.

Summary: Plans to open a Welsh language and cultural centre in Cardiff have been approved by councillors.


Berwickshire Housing Association had applied to build 60 houses, including 15 affordable homes, on land south of Earlsmeadow at Duns. A report to councillors said the proposed site was an overgrown field, sometimes used by dog walkers. It said that while it might be suitable for development in future it could be classified as "rural farmland". Planning officials said the application should be refused on the basis that it lay outside the town's existing boundary and because the need for such housing had not been adequately demonstrated or justified. They added that, if the go-ahead were given at this stage, it would be detrimental to the proper planning of the future expansion of Duns.

Summary: Councillors have rejected plans for a housing development on the edge of a Borders town.


The 26-year-old centre-back played every minute of the Cherries' league campaign this season. "It has always been my plan to stay here as long as possible, so to be given the chance to do that is really pleasing," he said. Cook has made 231 appearances for the club since joining from Brighton in the summer of 2011. "Myself and Bournemouth have been the perfect match," Cook added. "Since the manager came in, things have been forever moving upwards and that has matched my own ambitions."

Summary: Bournemouth defender Steve Cook has signed a new four-year contract with the Premier League club.


The man went into the Tesco Express on Cogges Hill Road, Witney and climbed over the counter before stealing an undisclosed amount of cash. The raid happened at about 22:45 BST on Saturday. No customers were in the store at the time. The offender was white and wearing a black balaclava, dark clothing and gloves. Police are also investigating two other robberies and are keeping an "open mind" whether all three are linked. Last Wednesday night a man armed with a syringe stole money after jumping over the counter at Tesco Express in Fettiplace Road, Witney. While on Sunday evening a robber with a screwdriver stole cash from Co-op in Shipton Road, Milton-under-Wychwood. No-one was hurt in either incident.

Summary: A man brandishing a meat cleaver threatened staff during a robbery at a shop in Oxfordshire.


Net profit for 2016 fell to 8.5bn Swiss francs (Â£6.78bn) from 9.1bn a year earlier. Analysts had expected 9.59bn francs' worth of profit. Sluggish food inflation in most of its markets and easing demand in emerging markets saw sales growth slow to 3.2% from 4.2% in 2015. The company has cut its sales growth target to between 2% and 4% for 2017, scrapping its prior "Nestle model" of 5-6% so-called organic growth, which excludes sales from companies it buys. New chief executive Mark Schneider, who took over the role in January, said: "Our 2016 organic growth was at the high end of the industry, but at the lower end of our expectations."

Summary: Nestle, which makes KitKats, Nescafe and Purina pet food, has said it will steepen its cost-cutting plan after unveiling disappointing results.


Police were inundated with reports of people having their windows smashed and tyres slashed in Leicester and villages in the Wreake Valley. Detectives, who said nothing was stolen from the vehicles, have appealed for more people to report Monday's damage. The men, aged 18, 19, 20, 21 and 23, were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage but have since been bailed. Milkman Tony Fowler, who was one of the first people on the scene, said: "It was just pure mindless, senseless destruction. "I've never seen so many [cars damaged] in such a short space of time." Reports were made in areas including Leicester, Glenfield, Thurmaston, East Goscote, Rearsby, Frisby on the Wreake, Saxelby and Waltham on the Wolds.

Summary: Five men have been arrested after 67 vehicles were vandalised in one morning across Leicestershire.


Fire broke out in the drying room at Alresford Fire Station - a retained station - on Sunday morning. It is thought the fire was caused by a fault with the drying cupboard heater on the ground floor. No one was injured, but the building, which is also used by Hampshire Constabulary, was left without power. More on this and other stories from across the South of England Crews from Winchester, Hightown and Alton were called out at about 10:30. Hampshire Fire and Rescue said the ground floor was "severely smoke logged", but there was no serious damage and there was no one inside at the time. Back-up generators have been brought in to enable police and fire crews to continue working as normal.

Summary: Emergency crews were called to tackle a blaze at one of their own fire stations.


Lewis Dunne was found on a towpath near Burrows Court in Eldonian Village, Vauxhall, on 15 November with a shotgun wound to the back. The arrested 21-year-old, from Anfield, is being held for questioning, Merseyside Police said. Three other local men - two aged 20 and one 21 - have previously been held on suspicion of murder and then bailed. A 53-year-old woman from Anfield has been arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods. Speaking about the murder, Det Ch Insp Keaton said officers knew the teenager left home at about 22:15 GMT "to go to a local shop". The detective said his "friends, peers and family are totally bemused as to why this has happened".

Summary: A fourth man has been arrested on suspicion of murder over the shooting of a 16-year-old boy in Liverpool.


Hutch Snr, 59, was killed at his flat in Poplar Row, North Strand, in the north inner city on 8 February. Police believe it may have been in reprisal for a fatal shooting at a boxing match weigh-in days earlier. RTÃ‰ reports that the men can be detained for up to seven days. They were arrested in the Dublin area and are being held at Mountjoy Garda Station and Bridewell Garda Station. Mr Hutch Snr was the uncle of Gary Hutch who was shot dead in Spain in September of last year. He was also the brother of Gerry Hutch, a notorious criminal in Dublin in the late 1980s and 1990s, who was nicknamed the Monk.

Summary: Two men, aged in their 20s and 30s, have been arrested by police investigating the murder of Eddie Hutch Snr in Dublin.


The 47-year-old was shot a number of times at Welsh Street in the Markets area on Tuesday morning. A lone piper led the cortege carrying his body, which was draped with an Irish tricolour and a black beret and gloves, through the Markets area before making its way to Milltown Cemetery. Mr Davison was buried afterwards in the cemetery. Police have said they do not believe dissident republicans were behind the attack, and did not believe his murder was sectarian. Three men have been arrested and released in connection with his killing. It is understood Mr Davison was involved in the fight in a Belfast bar in January 2005 that led to the death of Robert McCartney, one of Northern Ireland's most high profile killings. Mr Davison's uncle Terence was later acquitted of Mr McCartney's murder.

Summary: The funeral has taken place of former senior IRA figure Gerard 'Jock' Davison who was murdered in Belfast.


PC Doyle, 36, was allegedly attacked on a Christmas night out near the Aloha Club in Liverpool early on Friday. Andrew Taylor, 28, of Cherry Tree Road, Huyton and Christopher Spendlove, 30, of Brandearth Hey, Huyton are accused of murder and assault. They are due to appear before Liverpool Magistrates' Court, sitting at Liverpool Crown Court, on Tuesday. PC Doyle died of bleeding around the brain, a post-mortem examination revealed. The officer was with two colleagues when they were allegedly assaulted on Colquitt Street. The accused also each face two counts of grievous bodily harm against the other officers. PC Doyle had been due to go on honeymoon with his wife, Sarah, next month.

Summary: Two men have been charged with the murder of off-duty Merseyside Police constable Neil Doyle.


Bristol-born Kersey-Brown grew up in Penmaenmawr and was a Wales schoolboy rugby union international. He spent five years at London Welsh before switching codes to turn professional with Huddersfield in November 1967. Kersey-Brown, who also played for Oldham, won two caps for Wales in the 1968-69 season. "We're really sorry to hear that Alex has lost his long battle with cancer," Wales Rugby League's chairman Brian Juliff said. "On behalf of everyone at Wales Rugby League, I would like to send our condolences to Alex's family and friends at this sad time."

Summary: Former Wales rugby league international Alex Kersey-Brown has died, aged 73, after a long battle with illness.


The 21-year-old former Celtic and Standard Liege forward joins a Bluebirds attack currently struggling for goals. Cardiff have found the net only 17 times in 17 Championship games this season, and lie ninth in the table. Manager Russell Slade complained about his striking options after the 2-0 loss at Derby. Watt, a Scotland under-21 international, has scored three times in 15 appearances this season and was in the Charlton team that lost 2-1 at Cardiff on 26 September.

Summary: Cardiff City have signed Charlton Athletic striker Tony Watt on loan subject to international clearance.


The 52-year-old ex-defender played with Bruce at Manchester United, where he later became assistant to former manager Sir Alex Ferguson. "I'm extremely pleased to be at this football club," Phelan told the Hull website. "I'm looking forward to working with Steve and hopefully I can bring with me some of the things I have learnt over the years to help us improve." Phelan was recently assistant at Norwich City, and replaces Steve Agnew who left Hull to join Middlesbrough in December. Hull are 18th in the Premier League table, one point from safety. Their next match is at Manchester City on Saturday.

Summary: Mike Phelan has been appointed assistant to Hull manager Steve Bruce.


Natalia Spencer has walked around the British coastline to deal with the grief of losing her "beautiful daughter" Elizabeth. She has also raised more than Â£115,000 for Bristol Children's Hospital, where her daughter died. Ms Spencer completed the walk at Durdle Door, in Dorset, from where she set off in February last year. She said she was "overwhelmed with emotions" having finished the trip. Ms Spencer, from Cheltenham, said the beach at Durdle Door was "emotionally significant" because it was the last seaside location she visited with her daughter. Elizabeth died shortly before Christmas in December 2015 from Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) - a condition which sent her immune system into overdrive. Her mother said she wanted to "give something back" and decided to raise money for the hospital.

Summary: A woman whose five-year-old daughter died from a rare illness has finished a 6,000 mile (9,656km) memorial walk.


The incident happened at about 07:50 BST in Terminal One. A spokesman for North West Ambulance Service said the boy was treated at the scene for ankle and head injuries before being taken to Wythenshawe Hospital. The airport confirmed a full investigation into the incident will now take place. A Manchester Airport spokesman said: "We can confirm that a passenger suffered an injury in Terminal One this morning. "The passenger was tended to by our staff and paramedics and has been taken to hospital. A full investigation into the incident will now take place."

Summary: A four-year-old boy was taken to hospital after an advertising hoarding fell on him at Manchester Airport.


The new movie is to be directed by Christopher Miller and Phil Lord, the men behind the hugely successful Lego movie. The criminal turned Rebellion hero returns in Star Wars' next instalment: The Force Awakens, this Christmas. Actor Harrison Ford last played Solo in 1983's Return of the Jedi. No details or castings have yet been announced but the Hollywood Reporter said the script would be written by father and son team Lawrence and Jon Kasdan. Lawrence Kasdan co-wrote The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens, the latter with director JJ Abrams. The untitled Han Solo project is scheduled to be released on 25 May 2018.

Summary: A Star Wars spin-off film will tell the back story of space smuggler Han Solo, Disney has announced.


The body of Joe McMinn, 28, was found in a wooded area known as Devil's Den, near the Goodwyns housing estate in Dorking, Surrey, on 28 March. He had been stabbed repeatedly with a kitchen knife, police said. Richard Taylor, 21, of no fixed address, appeared before Guildford Crown Court, where he was told he would serve a minimum term of 20 years. He was arrested after making a 999 call to Surrey Police, during which he admitted to killing Joe, stabbing him in the neck and hiding him in the woods. Det Ch Insp Paul Rymarz said the two men had "a long personal history which dated back over a number of years" and "a mutual dislike of each other". In a tribute, Mr McMinn's family described their "dear son, brother and uncle" as a "kind man who would go out of his way to help people".

Summary: A man who admitted murdering a man found dead in a woodland stream has been jailed for life.


The Home Safe Hospital Stay pilot aims to install alarms for people worried about their homes being targeted by criminals while they are in hospital. If an intruder enters their house, an auto dialler system will call numbers of their choice. Light timers are also available to deter potential burglars by giving the impression the property is occupied. If successful, the scheme could be rolled out elsewhere. The scheme will be launched on Friday at the Ysbyty Aneurin Bevan Hospital. It will be run by the Ebbw Vale and Tredegar Crime Prevention Panel and funded by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Gwent.

Summary: A scheme to give peace of mind to vulnerable people while in hospital will be launched in Ebbw Vale.


In July, Leeds chief executive officer Ben Mansfield said Taylor did not want to sign a new contract at Elland Road. The 22-year-old has been linked with moves to Premier League clubs West Brom, Burnley and Middlesbrough. Meanwhile, Leeds have signed former Spain forward Pablo Hernandez on a six-month loan deal from Qatari side Al-Arabi with a view to a permanent move. Hernandez played alongside Leeds head coach Garry Monk at Swansea between August 2012 and February 2014, when Monk was appointed as Swans head coach. The 31-year-old moved to Qatar in July 2014, but spent last season on loan at Rayo Vallecano, who suffered relegation from La Liga. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Leeds United left-back Charlie Taylor has had a transfer request rejected by the Championship club.


Clarke, 28, has not been a regular in the Glens line-up this season and Crusaders manager Stephen Baxter has been tracking the player for some time. The Tyrone man will not be available for Saturday's League Cup final as he is cup-tied. Clarke moved to Glentoran from Newry City in May 2009 and he made 160 appearances for the Oval club.

Summary: Glentoran midfielder Richard Clarke has moved to Crusaders on a two-and-a-half-year deal.


The Iranian billionaire, 60, has been announced as the club's new major shareholder after selling his 15% share in Arsenal to Alisher Usmanov. The deal, and its ratification, ends a decade-long search for investment by chairman Bill Kenwright. Moshiri may attend his first game since the deal when Everton host Chelsea in the FA Cup on Saturday evening. Moshiri's approval was a formality given his association with Arsenal but the Premier League needed to conduct checks for the Owners' and Directors' Test before confirming the deal. Moshiri bought the 23% holding of former Everton director Robert Earl while Kenwright and board member Jon Woods diluted their shares to make up the rest of Moshiri's purchase Kenwright, who bought Everton from Peter Johnson for £20m in 1999 and indicated his willingness to sell as far back as November 2007, has described Moshiri as "the perfect partner to take the club forward".

Summary: Farhad Moshiri's 49.9% investment in Everton has been formally approved by the Premier League.


The 24-year-old was riding a yellow Suzuki motorbike on the A706 near Linlithgow when it went off the road at about 10:25. He is being treated at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. The road was closed for about 90 minutes for a crash investigation. PC Mick Turner, of Police Scotland, urged witnesses to come forward. PC Turner said: "This collision has resulted in the rider being taken to hospital with serious injuries and I would urge anyone who saw the motorcycle prior to the incident, or was on the A706 near to Linlithgow around this time and may have witnessed the collision, to contact us immediately."

Summary: A biker is in a critical condition in hospital following a crash in West Lothian.


Police seized suicide vests and explosives during a raid in the Turkish capital, according to media reports. The two people being held are Turkish nationals. More than 100 people were killed in a double suicide bombing in Ankara in October that was blamed on IS members. The pair arrested reportedly entered Turkey from Syria and were planning two separate attacks on crowded areas, the state-run Anadolu news agency reported. Belgian police have recently also made arrests linked to alleged New Year's Eve attack plots, though no direct link to IS has yet been confirmed. Two men arrested in Brussels in raids on Sunday and Monday are reportedly members of a motorcycle club called the Kamikaze Riders. Though the group is believed to be linked to Sharia4Belgium, a now disbanded radical Islamist group, a 2013 investigation found the club had no link to terrorism, Belgian TV news website De Redactie reports.

Summary: Turkish police have arrested two suspected members of so-called Islamic State (IS) over an alleged plot to attack New Year's Eve celebrations in Ankara, officials say.


The force said since the start of 2014 it received 60 calls about crimes at The Earl of Dudley Arms in Wellington Road, Dudley, including five serious assaults and an attempted murder. A closure notice was served at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court. The licensee was also ordered to pay costs of Â£750. Det Ch Insp Chris Hanson, from West Midlands Police CID, said: "The licence holder of Earl of Dudley has a duty to protect his customers but he has failed to do that: he has allowed members of a local gang to frequent his premises and commit serious acts of violence towards innocent customers. "In the latest incident earlier this month a man was badly beaten inside the premises. Two men have been charged in connection with that attack and await trial."

Summary: A pub has been forced to close for three months after reports of dozens of violent crimes linked to gangs, West Midlands Police said.


Dentist Dr Helen Nicoll, 53, was found in Great Wilbraham at about 06:30 BST on Friday. Officers said they were treating her death as "unexplained pending further tests and inquiries". A 53-year-old man from south Cambridgeshire, arrested in connection with the death, was released with no further action and his bail cancelled. A police spokesman said further tests would be carried out "to provide clarity over the circumstances of her death". The case had been passed to the coroner, he said. Mrs Nicoll lived at the property in Frog End with her husband, Stephen Nicoll, 53, also a dentist, with a practice in Harley Street. Neighbours described them as a "loving but private" couple.

Summary: A woman whose body was found in her Cambridgeshire home died from asphyxiation, post-mortem tests showed.


The main Dow Jones index dropped 50.44 points, or 0.3%, to 17,552.17. The wider S&P 500 and the tech-heavy Nasdaq were almost unchanged. On the Dow, after strong gains on Wednesday, energy stocks led the way down, with Chevron down 1.5% and Exxon Mobil 0.7% lower. Sportswear giant Nike implemented its two-for-one share split, cutting the value of its shares in half. On the currency markets, the dollar was down 0.4% against the euro at 91.33 cents, and also down 0.4%against the pound, at 66.98 pence.

Summary: (Close): Wall Street closed down on the half-day's trading before Christmas.


Police have not named the victim, found near the A16 at Newborough on Saturday morning, but said they were treating his death as murder. He had not been seen since Friday. His Ford Mondeo had been found burnt out near a farm in Yaxley at 21:00 GMT and he was reported missing at 22:40 GMT. Det Ch Insp Martin Brunning said officers were treating the man's death as an "isolated incident". "I would appeal to anyone who was in the area of Newborough yesterday morning or who may have seen the Mondeo estate being driven in the Yaxley area on Good Friday to call police," he added. "We are in contact with the man's family and will be keeping them up to date on our investigation."

Summary: A man's body has been found with stab wounds in a ditch near Peterborough.


Fifa said it had evidence that Camila Maria do Carmo Nobre de Oliveira used two passports with different birth dates and two birth certificates showing different parental information. De Oliveira played in the preliminary competition of the 2016 Olympics. Equatorial Guinea Football Association has been fined £28,000 and the player banned for 10 matches. De Oliveira has also been fined £1475. Fifa says it is investigating the eligibility of several other players on Equatorial Guinea's team. On Sunday, Equatorial Guinea booked their place in the finals of this year's women's Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon after a 2-1 win over Mali in Malabo. The result took them through 3-2 on aggregate.

Summary: Equatorial Guinea have been expelled from the 2020 Olympics preliminary qualifying competition by Fifa.


The country's £10.1bn deficit in goods was bigger than expected, but was partially offset by a £7.3bn surplus in services, the ONS said. Goods exports were 1.4% higher than in February, while imports were down 1%. For the three months to the end of March, the deficit was £7.5bn, £1.5bn more than in the previous quarter. The value of the pound has increased 10% against the euro since the beginning of the year. This held back the UK's exports in the first three months of the year, which were down £2.7bn on the previous quarter. "The steady appreciation of sterling on a trade-weighted basis since the beginning of the year may have played a role in widening Q1's deficit," said Martin Beck, senior economic advisor to the EY Item Club.

Summary: The UK trade deficit narrowed to £2.8bn in March from £3.3bn in February, figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show.


The five-week-old calf, which had not been named, fell ill earlier this week and died on Thursday. A zoo spokeswoman said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of our baby pygmy hippo". There are fewer than 2,000 pygmy hippos left in the wild and Bristol Zoo is part of an international captive breeding programme. The spokeswoman added: "The five-week old calf became ill overnight on Wednesday and was being treated by our vet team. "Unfortunately, despite their best efforts, the youngster passed away." The animals are an endangered species as they face threats from hunting and people destroying the forests they live in. They only grow to be around 31in (80cm) tall, which is half the height of their cousin the hippopotamus.

Summary: An endangered baby pygmy hippopotamus born at Bristol Zoo has died.


Despite a 3% fall in livestock theft last year in the UK, there was an 18% increase in Wales, according to insurance firm NFU Mutual. They warn a crackdown on rural crime in north west England has seen criminals move into Wales. One such crime prevention scheme is the Lancashire Livestock Initiative. The scheme sees farmers, auctioneers and police share information on social media about rural crimes so everyone is aware of criminal activity. Farmer Derrick Davies, from Llanddewi-Brefi in Ceredigion lost 135 of his sheep earlier this year after they were taken from the hillside around his farm. He said: "They've just disappeared. We've looked for them thinking maybe they're on neighbours' land, but nobody's seen them. "So we don't understand where they've gone." The Farmers Union of Wales thinks sheep may be taken over the border to illegal slaughterhouses.

Summary: Farmers are being warned that animal theft is on the increase in Wales with criminals in England believed to be targeting farms across the border.


The town of Crookwell in New South Wales' Southern Tablelands was blanketed in snow over the weekend. Some major roads in New South Wales and Victoria were closed because of snow and ice There were snowy scenes across New South Wales, Victoria, and even light dustings of snow in the 'Sunshine' state of Queensland. Freezing conditions brought snow to New South Wales' Southern Tablelands Hundreds of Queenslanders travelled south across the New South Wales border to go 'snow-spotting'. Paul Tully told the BBC he woke up at 2.30am on Sunday so his teenage son could see snow for the first time. The RSPCA has appealed to Australian pet owners to bring domestic animals inside to escape freezing conditions. A severe weather warning was issued on Monday for large parts of New South Wales with damaging winds gusts of up to 100km/h (28m/h) expected.

Summary: Photographer Sahlan Hayes has captured a series of icy images as a cold snap continues to sweep across Australia's south-east.


Orr, 21, is English qualified and came through Waratahs' academy before playing for Australian National Rugby Championship side Greater Sydney Rams. He has played two junior world rugby championships for Australia Under-20s. Belfast-born McAllister, 26, joined Gloucester in 2015 and made 17 appearances for the club last season. "We're delighted with [McAllister's] progression over the past 12 months and we are excited to see him develop further," director of rugby David Humphreys told the club's website. Orr added: "I've watched a fair bit of Premiership rugby on the television back home and it looks to be a really competitive league. "I've also been told that Gloucester will be playing quite a few local derbies, which sounds great." Long-serving loose-head prop Nick Wood left the Cherry and Whites in June after 15 years with the side.

Summary: Gloucester have signed former Australia Under-20 prop Cameron Orr, while front row Paddy McAllister has agreed a new contract with the Premiership club.


DeGale confirmed the Las Vegas fight on Instagram, saying: "I told you it was coming!" The Londoner, 30, became a world champion in May 2015 by beating American Andre Dirrell. DeGale outpointed Mexico's Rogelio Medina in his most recent fight in Washington last April. Sweden's Jack, 32, won his title by defeating Andre Dirrell's younger brother Anthony in April 2015 and he has defended the belt twice, including against Britain's George Groves. DeGale's only defeat in his 24-fight professional career came against Groves in 2011. Confirmation of the DeGale versus Jack fight came on the same day Northern Ireland's Carl Frampton announced his WBA world featherweight title rematch against former champion Leo Santa Cruz would take place in Las Vegas on 28 January.

Summary: Britain's IBF super-middleweight champion James DeGale will fight WBC title holder Badou Jack in a unification contest on 14 January.


Two activists who helped the migrants from Afghanistan, Sudan and Syria board the vessel have also been convicted. They were among a group of people who broke through a barrier at a protest to board the Spirit of Britain ferry. It comes as local authorities prepare to evict migrants from part of the camp in Calais known as the Jungle. About 1,000 migrants in the southern half of the camp have until 1900 GMT on Tuesday to leave. The BBC's Lucy Williamson says that none of those sentenced to imprisonment by the court in Boulogne will be spending Monday night in jail because they have all served their sentences while waiting for their trial in custody. Fines of â‚¬300 (Â£233) issued against the two activists have been suspended, our correspondent adds.

Summary: Six migrants have been sentenced to a month in prison for occupying a ferry in France last month in protest against Britain's asylum policies.


Last year was the 14th edition of the event staged near Dundrennan in Dumfries and Galloway. A statement said that festival, following the death of co-founder Jamie Gilroy, had been "hugely successful" but they were taking a year off. "The event will go ahead in 2017 and plans are already taking shape," said director Jennie Camm. "The organisers are grateful for the kind messages and loyal support from all Wicker fans and look forward to announcing further details about the 2017 festival shortly." Anyone who has purchased an early bird ticket for 2016 will be automatically refunded. Organisers said the Wickerman Festival website and social media would be "regularly updated" to outline plans for 2017.

Summary: Organisers of the Wickerman Festival have announced it will not be held this year but will return in 2017.


The collision involving a Vauxhall Astra and a Peugeot 206 took place on Ferry Road Drive shortly before 17:30 on 3 February. A 53-year-old man was treated in hospital for non-life threatening injuries. A man aged 19 and a 17-year-old have been charged with several road traffic offences, including theft of a motor vehicle, and theft by housebreaking. A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "Edinburgh Divisional Road Policing Unit and officers in the north worked together to conduct extensive inquiries in order to trace the suspects. "As part of Operation RAC, officers from various departments across the capital continue to tackle housebreaking and vehicle theft."

Summary: Two teenagers have appeared in court following a two-car crash in Edinburgh.


The 23-year-old joined Liverpool in August from Real Madrid and had been due to play out the season at Anfield. However, after 12 appearances and three goals, Reds boss Brendan Rodgers has decided to end Sahin's loan deal. The Turkey international started his career at Dortmund, won the 2011 league title with them and was voted Bundesliga player of the year in 2010. Sahin moved to Real Madrid in 2011, signing a contract until 2017 with the Spanish side. He will now represent his former club on a temporary basis until the end of the 2013-14 season.

Summary: Liverpool have ended Nuri Sahin's loan, and he will now spend the next 18 months at Borussia Dortmund.


Four clergy will be ordained by Rev Dame Sarah Mullally in Devon this weekend. They have spent a year as deacons but once ordained they will be able to perform weddings and lead Holy Communion services. Dame Sarah said it was "another step towards making women bishops a normal part of the Church of England". She said: "As a woman bishop it's a real privilege to be ordaining them. "It's another milestone and a great celebration." On Saturday she ordained Leisa McGovern and Sheila Walker in Ottery St Mary and on Sunday Glyn Lewry and Jill Purser will be ordained in Sampford Peverell. Dame Sarah, who was the fourth female bishop to be appointed in the Church of England, was consecrated as the new Bishop of Crediton in July. The Church of England consecrated its first female bishop during a ceremony at York Minster in January.

Summary: A woman bishop has become the first in the Church of England to lead an ordination service.


Last year, final pick Ryan Moore was chosen only five days before the biennial matchplay competition started. But for next year's event in France, Furyk's fourth pick will be made after the BMW Championship in mid-September. The Ryder Cup starts on 28 September. The points system is also being tweaked to put more value on winning PGA Tour events than high finishes in majors. "Hopefully, we can identify the hot player like Ryan, just after the BMW," Furyk said. "We want to get it done a little earlier and not put those guys through that again. "I think it's wise, as well, for the captains to be discussing parings in that the night before we leave, rather than who our next captain's pick is going to be.''

Summary: US Ryder Cup captain Jim Furyk says his final wildcard pick for the 2018 event will be chosen earlier than in 2016.


Fitzpatrick had been suspended on Monday when the GAA's Central Hearings Committee ruled he had misled a recent disciplinary hearing. However, when the player's appeal was heard on Wednesday night, that verdict was overturned. He is available to play in Sunday's Ulster Football Championship fixture. Fitzpatrick had originally been banned for one match following an incident during a Division Three Football League game against Armagh in March. Fresh video evidence then emerged which led to Fitzpatrick being handed the lengthy suspension. The news will be a relief to Antrim joint-manager Gearoid Adams who feared Fitzpatrick might quit the game. Antrim's Conor Murray will miss the match at Ballybofey because of a two-match ban imposed following his red card in the game against Armagh.

Summary: Antrim's Matthew Fitzpatrick will be able to play in Sunday's Championship match away to Donegal after winning his appeal against a 48-week ban.


The 27-year-old, who has played two One-Day Internationals for England, was hurt while batting in the nets and has subsequently undergone a "minor procedure to repair the damage". The news is another blow for his team ahead of the new county season. Jade Dernbach, Freddie van den Bergh and all-rounder Zafar Ansari have also recently been sidelined. Van den Bergh and Ansari have been recovering from thumb injuries. Dernbach, meanwhile, sustained a stress fracture in his back during the winter and hopes to return to action later in the season.

Summary: Surrey bowler Stuart Meaker faces a spell on the sidelines after suffering a groin injury.


The bombs, which are more than 70 years old, are of British origin and were found on the beach near the port. One, thought to be booby-trapped, cannot be moved. The operation to defuse the bombs will be carried out by divers from the French Navy. Roads into Calais have been closed and drivers are being diverted to Dunkirk. MyFerryLink said the Port of Calais was closed until 13:30 BST and one of its ferry crossings each way between Dover and Calais was cancelled. Another was subject to possible delay or cancellation. P&O Ferries advised day-trippers not to travel and said passengers booked on affected services would be able to rebook free of charge. It said its services from Dover to Calais were still operating, with alighting traffic being diverted away from closed areas of the town. Calais to Dover services have been suspended until the port closure is over.

Summary: Two unexploded World War II mines discovered near the port of Calais have led to the cancellation of a number of cross-Channel ferries.


Mr Robinson was asked by the BBC if his party would join forces with the SNP following the General Election on 7 May. He said: "We are unionist, we want to retain the UK. "If a government was being propped up by a separatist party that was using its position in order to extract levers of separation, then clearly we could not support that," he said. "If the ask of any party that forms such a support group for a government party is for purely regional issues then that is a very different matter indeed". Last weekend, the DUP issued a five-point plan it will use as part of any negotiations in the event of a hung parliament after the election. It includes a demand to scrap the so-called bedroom tax.

Summary: DUP leader Peter Robinson has said his party will not support a Westminster government that is "captive to a separatist party".


British singer Pete Doherty and the Senegalese star Youssou N'Dour are due to play in November, a statement said. A precise opening date is yet to be set but renovation work has begun, the management added. The Islamic State-claimed attacks across Paris on 13 November left 130 people dead. US rock band the Eagles of Death Metal, who were mid-performance when the militants burst in and began firing, have said they want to play at the venue again. Announcing the schedule for later this year, the Bataclan's management said: "We want to preserve the [Bataclan's] warmth and friendliness and maintain its popular, festive spirit." US rock group Nada Surf and the French rap group MZ have also been booked to play the venue in December, with further acts to be announced.

Summary: Paris concert hall the Bataclan has announced its first gigs since 90 people were killed by Islamist gunmen in attacks last November.


Media playback is not supported on this device The 25-year-old joined the Red Devils from Warrington for the 2016 season and scored the drop-goal which saved Salford from relegation in October. He has scored three tries in three matches for Salford, who are seventh in Super League, so far this season. "I feel that he is an integral part of my vision for the team moving forward," Salford head coach Ian Watson said. O'Brien kicked a drop-goal in golden-point extra time to give Salford a 19-18 win over Hull KR in the 'Million Pound Game' and ensure the Red Devils avoided dropping out of the top flight. He said: "I've loved my time at Salford so far and hopefully, with the group we have, we can continue to develop and make big achievements as a club."

Summary: Salford Red Devils full-back Gareth O'Brien has signed a new three-year contract with the Super League club.


A statement released by the club said the 51-year-old man was taken ill during the 1-0 win against Stoke City. He was taken to Aintree Hospital in Liverpool, but died shortly after. Everton said it was "deeply saddened", adding: "The thoughts and prayers of everybody at the football club are with his family and friends." It said: "The fan, who was seated in the Sir Philip Carter Park End Stand for the game, became unwell just after 16:15 BST. "Police officers, an off duty doctor and paramedics performed CPR on the supporter prior to the arrival of an ambulance." The club added that it would "continue to provide all the support possible to the family". Liverpool Echo reporter Greg O'Keeffe, who was at the match, said as the man was carried away on a stretcher, fans in the stand stood and applauded paramedics who had tried to save him.

Summary: An Everton fan has died after collapsing during the second half of a Premier League match at the club's home ground Goodison Park on Saturday.


Bio-scientist Samantha Ho, 39, was found dead at a house in St Neots, Cambridgeshire, in August. Her head and body were discovered separately and a post-mortem examination found she died after suffering cuts to the neck. Her husband, Timothy Allen, 40, of Curlew Place, St Neots, gave his plea via video link from Cambridge Crown Court to a judge at the Old Bailey. Mr Allen spoke only to confirm his name and enter a not guilty plea to Judge Mark Lucraft QC. The defendant is due to go on trial on 22 February at Cambridge Crown Court and was remanded in custody. The case is expected to last up to 10 days and will be heard by a high court judge.

Summary: A man accused of beheading his scientist wife has denied murder.


A combination of high temperatures and parched land has added to the difficulties of firefighters. About 17 fires fanned by strong winds are raging across the length and breadth of the US state, all in different stages of containment. The fires are especially bad in Santa Barbara County where one is spanning an area of more than 35 sq mi (93 sq km). Thousands of firefighters have been deployed, from the Six Rivers National Forest in the north to the San Bernardino Forest east of Los Angeles. Several injuries have been reported and numerous homes destroyed. Forecasters have warned that temperatures are likely to remain high with the elderly and children in particular danger. Air quality is reported to be noticeably poorer in areas inland from Los Angeles. California is regularly hit by wildfires at this time of the year.

Summary: Wildfires in California are quickly spreading, forcing hundreds of people to be evacuated, officials say.


More than 4,000 pipers and drummers from across the UK, as well as Canada, Denmark and Ireland, are to compete in the championships on Saturday 20 May. It is hoped the free event, which includes a food market and a children's entertainment zone, will help Paisley's bid to be UK City of Culture 2021. Thousands of spectators are expected at the event in St James Playing Field. Paisley 2021 Bid Director Jean Cameron said: "Events like this are important for the UK City of Culture 2021 bid as it shows Paisley has the infrastructure and know-how to host large-scale events. Ian Embelton, of the Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association, said: "We are pleased to be back in Paisley for another year and delighted to have another huge turnout from bands.

Summary: Paisley is to host the 2017 British Pipe Band Championships for the second time in a three-year run for the town.


The 19-year-old becomes the 10th player to join Falcons for the 2016-17 season and along with fellow new signings Nick Civetta, Evan Ormstead and Harrison Orr offers depth to the second-row options. "He is a major talent," Falcons director of rugby Dean Richards said of the Glasgow Hawks player. "He has a lot to offer and we are extremely happy he has agreed to join." Davidson, who can also play back-row, attended Falcons' game with London Irish before signing with the club and has been impressed by what he has seen. "I love the attitude of the club and its supporters - the atmosphere inside the ground was tremendous," he said. "To play in front of that would be an honour, but I know I have to earn my place through hard work and showing to the coaches that I am worthy of selection."

Summary: Newcastle Falcons have signed Scotland Under-20 lock Andrew Davidson from the Scottish Rugby Academy set-up.


The UK and Jersey have imposed bans on imports following the discovery of the fungus Chalara fraxinea in the UK. Charlara dieback, caused by the fungus, has killed 90% of Denmark's trees and could devastate the UK's ash trees, which make up 30% of natural woodland. Nigel Clark urged people to be vigilant and to cancel any orders for ash trees they may have placed. He said garden centres and growers were cooperating with the voluntary ban, but there were concerns private individuals may order trees online or bring saplings in from mainland Europe. Mr Clark said anyone who had planted ash trees in the past two to three years could contact him to have them inspected. He has put forward proposals for a full ban, which are due to be discussed by the Commerce and Employment Department board on Tuesday.

Summary: Guernsey's plant health inspector has urged islanders to follow a voluntary ban on the import of ash trees.


The diversion followed a "security threat onboard". The guests, baggage and aircraft crews went through additional security screening which took several hours, according to the airline. The majority of transferring guests were re-booked on flights on Saturday morning and were offered overnight accommodation in Abu Dhabi. Etihad Airways has apologised for the inconvenience caused. In a statement the airline said "the safety and security of our guests and crew is our top priority. "The crew completed all necessary in-flight checks as per procedure, with no abnormalities found, then followed the authorities' instructions to undergo further security checks at the air base."

Summary: An Etihad Airways flight from Dublin to Abu Dhabi was diverted to Al Minhad military base in Dubai on Friday.


We will be reporting the length and breath of the country after polls close at 22:00 on 8 June. There will be analysis, background, reaction and debate as we find out the results of Scotland's 59 Westminster constituencies. The counts of all 650 UK seats will be covered, along with who becomes the next prime minister. Based on the 2015 Westminster election results, here is an estimate of the declaration times of Scotland's 59 Westminster constituency seats.

Summary: BBC Scotland will be delivering comprehensive election results coverage across online, TV and radio.


The US central bank kept interest rates on hold last month, but the minutes revealed that it was a close call. They lend further weight to expectations of an interest rate rise by the end of the year. The Dow Jones and S&P 500 closed slightly higher, but the tech-heavy Nasdaq dropped a little. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ended the day 15.54 points higher at 18,144.20. The wider S&P 500 index gained 2.44 points to 2,136.73, while the Nasdaq slipped 7.77 points to 5,239.02. Shares in Apple climbed a further 0.9%. Apple's shares have risen in the past few days on the expectation that iPhone sales will benefit from the problems at Samsung, which has cancelled production of its Galaxy Note 7 after a number of battery fires.

Summary: (Close): Stocks on Wall Street were mixed at the close on Wednesday after the release of minutes from the Federal Reserve's September meeting.


He was driving a Mazda 5 when it and a white Audi A3 collided at a junction on Shoulderigg Road near Coalburn in Lanarkshire. Following the crash, at about 16:30 on Friday, he was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow. He is suffering from multiple injuries, including a serious head injury. The man's passenger, a 10-year-old boy, was released from Wishaw Hospital after treatment for minor injuries. The 22-year-old man who was driving the Audi remains in Wishaw Hospital, where his condition is described as stable. Sgt David Stenhouse said: "Although this is a rural road, there were motorists and others in the area at time of the crash. "I would appeal to anyone who has not yet come forward to speak to the police about what they saw, to do so as it would assist the investigation."

Summary: A 61-year-old man remains in a critical condition in hospital after a two-car crash.


Members of the GMB, Unite and Prospect unions rejected an offer from Dounreay Site Restoration Limited (DSRL) of a 1% increase in pay in October. The unions warned DSRL's parent company Cavendish Dounreay Partnership of the potential of industrial unrest. DSRL said the offer was "comparable" to other pay increases in the industry. Dounreay, near Thurso in Caithness, is being decommissioned. Built in the 1950s, it was an experimental nuclear power site. The unions argue that Cavendish Dounreay Partnership could afford to make a better offer on pay because of the profits it has been making. DSRL said: "The pay offer that DSRL has made is comparable to recent nuclear decommissioning industry pay increases and is above inflation. "We remain committed to engaging with the trade unions and staff but due to the sensitive nature of these negotiations, we are unable to comment further."

Summary: Trade unions representing workers at the Dounreay nuclear site in Caithness have begun preparations for a ballot on industrial action.


On Friday BBC News told how the bag, full of £10 and £20 notes, was discovered in Lower Sundon, Bedfordshire, during the early hours. Police tweeted: "Did you lose a bag of money and drugs? Please come to police HQ where we'd love to chat." It has now emerged the bag was connected with a road crash from which the driver is thought to have fled. Police have appealed for anybody who saw a man in the area, described as being in his 30s, wearing a red sleeveless top and dark tracksuit bottoms. He is thought to have injured his face in the crash.

Summary: A bag found stuffed with cash and drugs following a crash was discovered by a police dog, it has emerged.


The 21-year-old left-back featured in the Terriers' successful Championship play-off campaign in May and started seven league games last season. Holmes-Dennis has previously spent time on loan at Oxford United, Plymouth Argyle and Oldham Athletic. "This allows me to get games and challenge myself," he told BBC Radio Solent. "It's a chance to show myself." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Portsmouth have signed Huddersfield Town defender Tareiq Holmes-Dennis on a season-long loan deal.


Nick Rogers was airlifted to hospital from outside at Morrisons, in Wymondham, on Monday. John Monk, 43, and his nephew Lee Monk, 19, both from Wymondham, Norfolk, have been charged with murder and affray. A woman, 18, and two men aged 41 and 42 were also arrested, however no further action will be taken against them. A post mortem examination has been held but further tests need to be carried out before a cause of death can be given. Mr Rogers, who was also known as Nick Singh, was taken to Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital for treatment at 20:00 BST on Monday, but died on Tuesday. The suspects have been remanded in police custody and will appear at Norwich Magistrates' Court on Thursday.

Summary: Two men have been charged with the murder of a 26-year-old who was assaulted at a supermarket and later died in hospital.


The 34-year-old joined Villa from West Brom on a two-year deal last summer but leaves after just one season. It has not been disclosed whether a fee is involved for Lescott, who has not featured for Villa in 2016-17. Lescott was close to joining Scottish giants Rangers this month but failed to agree personal terms. The former Manchester City player made 30 Premier League appearances last season, scoring one goal, as the club were relegated to the Championship. He twice drew criticism from fans in the second half of 2015-16, first in February when tweeting a picture of an expensive car after Villa were thrashed by Liverpool, before in April describing relegation from the Premier League as "a weight off the shoulders".

Summary: Defender Joleon Lescott has left Championship side Aston Villa to join AEK Athens on a two-year deal, the Greek club have announced.


Starting next March, Brussels Airlines will operate the service five times a week. The announcement has been welcomed by Northern Ireland business leaders and tourism officials. The route was previously offered from Belfast International, but stopped many years ago. The new flights will operate on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. "On a weekly basis we will offer close to 1,000 seats on the route," Brussels Airlines chief commercial officer, Lars Redeligx said. "Belfast is an important touristic, administrative and economic destination." The airline is part of the Lufthansa Group.

Summary: Belgium's national airline is to begin a new flight between Brussels and George Best Belfast City Airport.


Both have undergone operations, with Lewington, 24, having required knee ligament reconstruction surgery. The winger is expected to be out of action for the majority of the season. Brophy Clews, 19, had to go off with a foot injury after just 34 minutes of England under-20's World Rugby Championship game against Italy. The fly-half will miss the first part of the season, but has set his sights on returning before Christmas. Lewington, who scored five Premiership tries for The Exiles last season, was injured during England Saxons' 32-24 first Test victory against South Africa A. "I'm really disappointed with the outcome of the injury," he said. "But, I'm fully focussed on making a full recovery and contributing to London Irish later on in the season as we look to make an immediate return to the Premiership."

Summary: London Irish players Theo Brophy Clews and Alex Lewington will both miss the start of next season after suffering serious injuries on international duty.


Ramat Shah contributed 78 and Noor Ali Zadran 51 as Afghanistan scored an impressive 292-7 off their 50 overs, Kevin O'Brien taking 3-47. Despite a brave attempt, Ireland fell short with 262 all out in 46.5 overs. Porterfield smashed 119 and Paul Stirling 68 as they put on a second-wicket partnership of 157. The Ireland captain's innings came off just 98 balls and included 18 fours, but most of the remainder of the Ireland batting line-up were unable to replicate his form. Dawlat Zadran and Rashid Khan took four wickets apiece to help see the Afghans to victory at Greater Noida on Wednesday. Ireland had already been whitewashed 3-0 in a Twenty20 series between the sides in India. The teams will play four further one-day internationals, before meeting in an Intercontinental Cup match at the end of the month.

Summary: William Porterfield's century was not enough to prevent Ireland losing the first of five one-day internationals against Afghanistan by 30 runs.


Reynolds, 21, spent last season with Brentwood Town, scoring 28 goals and is a product of Leicester and England strike Jamie Vardy's V9 Academy. "I'm really pleased Lamar has decided to sign. I know a lot of teams were interested in him over the summer," manager Mike Flynn said. "A few clubs were interested in me, but Newport showed the most interest. I am delighted to join," Reynolds said. "The gaffer was also a big factor in signing after seeing what he did at the end of last season. I see a bright future for me with this club." Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.

Summary: Newport County have signed winger Lamar Reynolds on a two-year contract.


The North West Durham MP's appointment came on Monday during a wave of resignations by Labour MPs seeking a change in leadership. She said she was resigning "with a heavy heart" because the "situation is untenable". On Twitter, her resignation was met with a series of angry tweets from people declaring support for Mr Corbyn. They threatened to deselect her and called her decision "disgusting". Ms Glass had been shadow minister for Europe and a shadow junior education minister and described the post of shadow education secretary as her "dream job". She replaced Lucy Powell, who stepped down on Monday after saying Mr Corbyn's position as Labour Party leader had become "untenable". Ms Glass served as a member of the education select committee during the coalition government between 2010 and 2015.

Summary: Pat Glass has resigned as Labour's shadow education secretary, two days after being appointed by Jeremy Corbyn.


European football's governing body said in January that the Turkish champions had broken regulations on the level of financial losses allowed. A ban has now been imposed after Galatasaray failed to comply with financial fair play settlement terms. The Istanbul club is currently fifth in Turkey's Super League. Finishing in that position would leave Galatasaray outside the qualifying places for next season's Champions League and Europa League. The 2000 Uefa Cup winners have played in the Champions League for the past four seasons, going out at the group stage of this season's competition. They dropped into the Europa League but lost to Lazio at the last-32 stage. Galatasaray official Iskender Baydar said that club directors are "examining the text of the decision" and will issue a statement later.

Summary: Galatasaray have been suspended from European competition for two years for breaching financial fair play rules, Uefa has confirmed.


Germany's largest airline and the Cockpit union have agreed upon an arbitrator's proposal for a new wage agreement that covers about 5,400 pilots. The firm has agreed to a four-stage 8.7% total wage increase and a one-off 30m-euro (Â£25.5m) payment. That works out at some 5,000 euros to 6,000 euros per employee. Cockpit union spokesman Markus Wahl said although union negotiators had agreed upon the deal, its members would have the final say on whether to accept. The dispute has seen pilots take part in 15 strikes. The union had wanted an average annual pay rise of 3.7% for its members in Germany, backdated to 2012. Despite a record profit last year, the company said it had been forced to cut costs to compete with budget rivals such as Ryanair in Europe and the likes of Emirates on long-haul routes.

Summary: Lufthansa has struck a deal to solve a five-year-long dispute with pilots that has cost it millions of euros.


The Premiership club will travel south to take on City, with Saints stressing there will be "no public access". "It has come out of the blue through a contact of mine and we were, as you can imagine, delighted to accept the opportunity," said Wright. "It will be a fantastic experience for the players." Guardiola's City travelled to China to prepare for their Premier League season and beat Borussia Dortmund on penalties in Thursday's friendly. However, Monday's planned meeting with Manchester United was called off after heavy rain in Beijing left the pitch unplayable. Saints' domestic season has already started with Scottish League Cup first-round group fixtures, the fourth and final of which is against Stirling Albion on Saturday.

Summary: St Johnstone boss Tommy Wright will pit his wits against Manchester City's Pep Guardiola in a closed doors game next week.


Darren Turk, of Etchingham, was accused of 14 offences including rape and indecent assault, from 1996 to 2002. The offences were allegedly carried out against boys aged 11 to 15 at Frewen College, Northiam, where he then worked. The charges did not involve any staff or pupils currently at the school. Sussex Police said the trial at Lewes Crown Court had been stopped after Mr Turk, 54, of Fontridge Lane, was found dead at his home on Thursday. A police spokesman said: "There are no suspicious circumstances and the coroner's officer has been informed." Mr Turk was a member of care staff and later head of care at the boarding school but not a teacher. Frewen College describes itself as a day and boarding school for children aged between seven and 19 with specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia.

Summary: A 54-year-old former boarding school care worker, on trial accused of historical child sex abuse, has been found dead at his East Sussex home.


The ship, escorted by UK and Danish naval vessels, was despatched as part of international efforts to remove dangerous stockpiles from the country. Libyan chemical weapons were destroyed under global supervision in 2014. But the presence of hazardous materials in the strife-torn country has caused international concern. Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson said the UK and its international partners were taking "practical and effective action" to eliminate the risks of chemical attacks in Libya. The items on board the Danish vessel travelling through the Mediterranean are believed to be the last known materials to pose a threat. Libya has been beset by chaos since Nato-backed forces overthrew long-serving ruler Col Muammar Gaddafi in October 2011, leading to a power vacuum and instability. Western powers have since become increasingly concerned after so-called Islamic State (IS) built a presence in the North African state.

Summary: A Danish ship loaded with materials that can be used to manufacture chemical weapons has left Libya and is making its way to Germany.


The Met Office has issued a yellow 'be aware' warning for parts of mid, south and west Wales. It is in effect from 18:00 GMT and lasts throughout the weekend. Forecasters said 10mm - 20mm (0.3in - 0.7in) of rain is expected across a large part of Wales, with up to 50mm (1.9in) on high ground in the Brecon Beacons. Following on from weeks of heavy rain, the latest weather front will heap yet more water on flooded and saturated ground. The chief forecaster said: "While these amounts of rain wouldn't usually lead to many impacts, given the saturated nature of the ground there is a greater risk of localised surface water flooding that might normally be expected." The weather warning covers Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Cardiff, Carmarthenshire, Merthyr Tydfil, Monmouthshire, Neath Port Talbot, Newport, Pembrokeshire, Powys, Rhondda Cynon Taff, Swansea, Torfaen and Vale of Glamorgan.

Summary: Another weather warning comes into effect across Wales on Friday as more heavy rain sweeps across the country.


The X Dactyloglossum mixtum has only been found at 15 sites in Britain since 2000 and was discovered at Plantlife's Augill Pasture reserve near Brough. A cross between a frog orchid and a common spotted orchid, it was found by Lois Harbron who had been counting the frog orchids at the reserve. Ms Harbron said it was something she had "always hoped" to see, but she never expected it would be at Augill. The newly discovered orchid is so rare it does not have a common English name, charity Plantlife said.

Summary: A rare orchid has been discovered for the first time in Cumbria.


The Nikkei 225 index closed up 1.1% at 16,238.35. Shares of struggling electronics giant Sharp jumped 7% after news that the company's new owners, Foxconn, plan to close some of Sharp's overseas operations. Mitsubishi Motors shares fell 0.9% after forecasting significant losses in the wake of a car testing scandal. In China, the mainland benchmark Shanghai Composite closed down 0.5% at 2,891.96 while the Hang Seng in Hong Kong ended the day 0.35% higher at 20,868.34. In South Korea, the Kospi index fell 0.3% to close at 1,986.71. Kia shares though were up 0.1% after the carmaker came top in a closely-watched US ranking of car reliability, pushing German luxury brand Porsche into second place. In Australia, the ASX 200 finished the day down 0.2% at 5,280.68.

Summary: Japanese shares traded higher on Wednesday, leading a mixed picture elsewhere in Asia.


Her Majesty wore blue at the State Opening of Parliament but by the time she arrived at the races, she had changed into yellow. William Hill spokesman Rupert Adams said his betting firm had taken just 13 bets on yellow. The Queen wore green on Monday, when she attended the opening of the event. Mr Adams said: "After seeing the Queen wear a blue hat for her speech in Parliament, many punters expected her to remain in her clothing for Royal Ascot. "However, they were left disappointed when she was seen in her procession in a yellow hat, the second favourite in our betting." The Queen had to attend the second day of the racing event on Wednesday without the Duke of Edinburgh who was admitted to hospital on Tuesday evening.

Summary: The Queen's quick outfit change before heading to Royal Ascot for a second day of racing has left many punters stumped and bookmakers smiling.


The two have fought for the Democratic nomination, which former Secretary of State Mrs Clinton won this month. Mr Sanders, a self-described socialist, told MSNBC he would do everything in his power to defeat the likely Republican nominee, Donald Trump. But he stopped short of saying he would end his campaign. He said his job now was to "fight for the strongest possible platform" at the party's convention in July, including a higher minimum wage. Although Mrs Clinton has more of the all-important pledged delegates than he does, Mr Sanders failed to give the former first lady a full endorsement.

Summary: US Senator Bernie Sanders has said he will vote for his Democratic rival Hillary Clinton in November's presidential election.


The theatre is working with playwrights Joe Murphy and Joe Robertson, who built a temporary theatre in the Jungle in 2015 named Good Chance Theatre. Billy Elliot and The Audience director Stephen Daldry has also been involved in the play's development. The camp, which may have housed up to 10,000 migrants as they waited to reach the UK, has recently been demolished. A National Theatre spokeswoman said: "Joe Murphy and Joe Robertson, artistic directors of Good Chance Theatre, are working with the NT to develop a play about their experience in the Calais Jungle. "Together with Stephen Daldry, they led a workshop earlier in the year and the project is now in development in our new work department."

Summary: The National Theatre in London is planning a new play portraying life in the "Jungle" migrant camp in Calais.


The rest of the home nations have two nominees each, with last year's winner Stuart Hogg selected alongside Scotland team-mate Finn Russell. Scrum-half Conor Murray and back row CJ Stander are shortlisted for Ireland. Wales scrum-half Rhys Webb and hooker Ken Owens are also included. France fly-half Camille Lopez - the 2017 top points scorer - and team-mate Louis Picamoles make the list, as does Italy captain Sergio Parisse. Voting is open to the public on the Six Nations website and closes at 12:00 GMT on Tuesday 21 March. Centre Farrell, second row Launchbury and fellow forward Itoje are recognised after England claimed their second straight title, despite missing out on back-to-back Grand Slams with defeat to Ireland on Saturday. Scotland full-back Hogg could become the first player since Ireland centre Brian O'Driscoll in 2006 and 2007 to win two successive player of the tournament titles.

Summary: Title-winning England trio Owen Farrell, Maro Itoje and Joe Launchbury are among 12 players shortlisted for the 2017 Six Nations player of the championship award.


The child was pronounced dead at Narbeth Drive, Aylesbury, on Sunday 3 April after the emergency services received reports she was ill. The woman, aged 31, and man, 33, are both from the town but Thames Valley Police would not confirm what link they had to the girl. A post-mortem examination proved inclusive as to the cause of death. Det Ch Insp Mike Lynch said: "We believe this to be an isolated incident and we are conducting a full investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the death. "A scene watch remains in place in Narbeth Drive and officers are in the area today conducting inquiries."

Summary: A man and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of murdering a six-month-old girl in Buckinghamshire.


The 34-year-old world number three had initially intended to return at Indian Wells in March, but will instead wait for the Monte Carlo Masters in April. The 17-time Grand Slam champion sustained a torn meniscus in January, the day after his Australia Open semi-final defeat by Novak Djokovic. "As it is a long year, I don't want to push it too hard and come back too soon," he said. Federer, who won his most recent Grand Slam at Wimbledon in 2012, will now come back to coincide with the beginning of the clay-court season. "The rehab for my knee is going really well. I have now had a lot of great practices on the court and in the gym," he wrote on his Facebook page.

Summary: Roger Federer has delayed his comeback from knee surgery by a month.


The charge will be introduced in April and will help pay for policing in the city centre and street cleaning. Original proposals to charge up to 800 venues between Â£299 and Â£4,400 were scrapped in March after concerns they would not raise enough revenue to produce "significant improvements". The fee would depend on the rateable value and use of the premises. Under the revised proposals, which will be trialled for a year, premises in the Business Improvement Districts (BID) which make a financial contribution towards initiatives that tackle crime and disorder will be exempt. Premises with overnight accommodation, theatres, cinemas, bingo halls and village pubs will also be exempt. Merseyside Police estimate the annual cost of policing the city centre from midnight to 06:00 to be about Â£540,000.

Summary: A late-night levy on Liverpool's bars and clubs is to be introduced after councillors voted to approve the plans.


It showed the Russian leader in front of his country's flag when it was unfurled on the New York landmark which connects Manhattan to Brooklyn. Photos of the mysterious banner quickly began trending on social media. Police officers removed it a short time later, and are investigating. There have been no arrests. Tensions between the Washington and Moscow have remained high in recent months. Russia has been accused of meddling in the US presidential election, after the Democratic Party suffered a wave of cyber attacks. A ceasefire deal in Syria brokered by both countries collapsed last month, and the US halted talks with Russia on trying to co-ordinate air strikes against jihadists earlier this week.

Summary: A large banner with a photograph of Russian President Vladimir Putin and the word "peacemaker" was hung from Manhattan Bridge on Thursday.


Bottles were thrown at the crowd and security staff during the Varsity rugby event between the universities of Brighton and Sussex. According to the University of Sussex students' union a small number of spectators were injured. In a statement the Vice-Chancellors of both universities described the events as "shocking and disgraceful". It added that any students identified as taking part would "face serious consequences under our codes of discipline." Sussex Police said it was called to a report of a large fight, and that there were reports of bottles being thrown and a number of people being injured. A statement on the University of Sussex students' union website said "misogynistic, homophobic and racist language" was used at the event. As a result of the violence the men's rugby match was cancelled and students' union shops were temporarily closed.

Summary: A brawl that broke out among spectators at a university sports event is under investigation by police.


The 19-year-old was walking between St Ninian's Toll and Mayfield Court at about 20:00 on Wednesday when she was attacked by a man. He was white, about 6ft tall, aged between 25 and 40 and was wearing a woollen hat, jeans, a jacket and a zipped-up top and was carrying a white bag. Officers have appealed for information. Det Insp Grant Sangster said: "The young woman has been left extremely distressed by this assault and we are eager to hear from anyone who was in the Toll area and remembers seeing anything suspicious." Extra patrols are being carried out in the area.

Summary: Police are investigating after a teenage girl was indecently assaulted in the street in Stirling.


Several days of rain sparked a torrent of mud and rock, engulfing homes in Lidong village, Zhejiang province. The landslide occurred shortly before 23:00 on Friday night and buried almost 30 houses. Parts of the village remain flooded, hindering rescue efforts. Reports say 12 people are still missing. Local officials said one person had been rescued so far and is in stable condition. As well as rescuers, sniffer dogs and machinery, psychologists have also been dispatched to the area to help family members of the victims, local officials said. Most of the missing are children and the elderly, according to local media, which also said that compensation had been agreed for those who lost homes in the disaster.

Summary: More than 2,000 rescuers are searching for survivors of a landslide in eastern China that has killed at least 25 people.


Police said Johnathan McEwan died at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley on Tuesday. The attack took place in New Street, near its junction with Weighhouse Close, at about 03:00 on Saturday. An 18-year-old man was arrested on Sunday in connection with the incident. A report will be sent to the procurator fiscal. Mr McEwan's family said: "We would like to thank all the staff at the Intensive Care Unit in the Royal Alexandra Hospital and also the members of the Organ Donation Team. "We would also like to thank all our family and friends for their support and love that has been shown for Johnny and his family at this difficult time."

Summary: A 33-year-old man left in a critical condition after being attacked in Paisley on Saturday has died.