Mohammed Haji Sadiq, of Cyncoed, entered the not guilty pleas at a hearing on Friday. The allegations involve four girls, aged between five and 11, and allegedly took place at the Madina mosque between 1996 and 2006. Mr Sadiq is due to stand trial later in June. He is charged with eight counts of assaulting a girl under the age of 13 by touching and seven of indecent assault of a girl under the age of 14. Mr Sadiq taught at the mosque between 1976 and 2006. It is understood he has had no involvement with the mosque since then.

Summary: An 80-year-old man who taught at a Cardiff mosque has denied 15 child sex offences at Cardiff Crown Court.


The Belfast office of CMG Cunningham Dickey will be based in their May Street premises while its office in Bangor, County Down, will remain in Market Street. Two of the three partners, Brian Speers and Michael Robinson, are recent former presidents of the Law Society of Northern Ireland. Cunningham and Dickey was founded in 1870, while CMG started as the practice of William Graham in Newtownards in 1910. The merged firm said the amalgamation would strengthen its matrimonial and children's law advice and representation, while it will also have strengths in acting for residential housing developers.

Summary: Two Belfast-based legal firms, CMG and Cunningham and Dickey, have announced a merger.


Fellaini signed a four-year deal with the option of a further year when he joined from Everton for £27.5m in 2013. United boss Jose Mourinho has activated the option despite uncertainty over the 29-year-old midfielder's future. Fellaini was booed by his own fans last month but scored in the EFL Cup semi-final win against Hull on Tuesday. The Belgium international ran to Mourinho to celebrate his goal in what seemed to be a show of recognition for the faith shown in him after a difficult period, which included giving away a costly penalty at Everton on 4 December. Speaking after Tuesday's victory, Mourinho said: "He has a very strong mentality and has coped well. "He knows he is a very important player for me."

Summary: Manchester United have triggered a clause in Marouane Fellaini's contract that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2018.


The 31-year-old Englishman has signed a two-year deal at McDiarmid Park beginning on 1 July. Sutton is believed to have rejected offers from both Motherwell and Kilmarnock in favour of joining Tommy Wright's Saints. The Perth team return to training on Wednesday for pre-season work ahead of their Europa League qualifying games. Sutton scored 13 goals in 43 appearances last season. St Johnstone will be his sixth Scottish club, having had spells at Raith Rovers, Dundee, St Mirren, Motherwell (twice) and Hearts.

Summary: St Johnstone have completed the signing of Motherwell striker John Sutton on a pre-contract agreement.


In a post on her Twitter account, the Sheffield star said she was "so happy" at the news. Ennis-Hill, 31, who won a gold medal at the London games in 2012 and a silver in Rio de Janeiro, already has a two-year-old son named Reggie. Following her retirement from athletics last year she was made a dame in the New Year Honours list. More on this and other Sheffield stories She married her long-term partner Andy Hill in a ceremony at Hathersage, Derbyshire in May 2013.

Summary: Former Olympic heptathlon champion Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill has announced she is expecting a second child.


All three of the students, believed to be first years, are reported to have died in "unrelated" incidents. Police are not treating the deaths of Miranda Williams, Daniel Green, or Kim Long as suspicious. The university, which has about 22,000 students, offered condolences to their families. Inquests are due to be held at a later date. Deputy registrar Lynn Robinson said: "These events are always extremely upsetting and our thoughts are with the students' families and friends." Ms Robinson added: "Our student welfare services are offering support to anyone affected. "It goes without saying that we take student health and wellbeing very seriously and would urge any students who are feeling anxious, depressed or lonely to seek support." She said the student counselling service was well-placed to help and mental health first aid training had been provided to "many staff".

Summary: The deaths of three students in a single term at the University of Bristol are being investigated.


"I just want to go out on a high note. I can't wait," he said on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert on Tuesday. Although some people on social media weren't too thrilled about the news, a lot of fans are excited about the actor's return. One Twitter user is so happy about the announcement that it's probably going to be all they'll be talking about for a while: End of Twitter post by @shesJamesEvans James Evans wrote: "Daniel Craig is doing another James Bond and your [sic] gonna have to deal with me flailing about this for the next two weeks, at least." From one Craig to another, the actor has won singer Craig David's approval too:

Summary: Daniel Craig will be reprising his role as James Bond one more time.


Describing himself as a "Guardian of the Galaxy" Jack grabbed Nasa's attention with his application which listed his various skills. Jack described himself as "great at video games". He also said because he was young, he could "learn to think like an alien". It sounds like Jack has been researching the role as he mentioned he had "seen almost all the space and alien movies I can see". The director of Planetary Science Division, Dr Green, sent Jack a letter back congratulating him and giving him a little bit more info on the job. While Nasa didn't offer Jack the job, Dr Green said: "We are always looking for bright future scientists and engineers to help us, so I hope you will study hard and do well in school......We hope to see you here at Nasa one of these days."

Summary: Jack might not even be ten years old yet but that didn't stop him applying for a top new NASA job of planet protector.


The work has been set to the teenage activist's 2013 UN speech about the right of every girl to an education. Speak Out, by Kate Whitley, will be performed by the BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales alongside the children's choir Cor y Cwm. The concert takes place at BBC Hoddinott Hall at 19:30 GMT. Ms Yousafzai, 19, said: "I am honoured and excited that my speech inspired a composer to set it to music. "As the speech is a call to raise our voices, it makes me very happy that it will be sung by a large choir, that so many voices will rise to share the message of education for all." Ms Whitley said she felt "very lucky" to have been asked to "write a piece for such an important day celebrating women around the world". The performance will be broadcast on BBC Radio 3 at 21:30.

Summary: A musical world premiere set to the words of Malala Yousafzai will be performed in Cardiff to mark International Women's Day.


The 24-year-old South-Africa born forward began his career at Sale Sharks before joining Saints in 2013. "I'm a big admirer of what [director of rugby] Dean Ryan and the coaches are building at Warriors," Williams told the club's official website. "I can't wait to be a part of what's going to be an exciting journey." Williams, who is qualified to play for England, was part of the Saints side that finished last season on top of the Premiership table and has made 18 appearances so far this campaign. He will join centres Ben Te'o and Jackson Willison, second-rower Will Spencer, flanker Marco Mama and scrum-half Francois Hougaard at Sixways in the summer.

Summary: Worcester Warriors have made their sixth signing for next season by agreeing a deal with Northampton Saints hooker Matt Williams.


Surjit Takhar's remains were found by maintenance workers at the bottom of an embankment at junction 4 of the M54 in Telford on 20 August. He was last seen by his family on 29 September 2008, and was reported missing from his home in Oldbury, West Midlands, on 8 October. His cause of death is unknown. Police said they were keeping an "open mind". West Mercia Police said it had been able to establish a full DNA profile following detailed forensic searches. More on this and other Shropshire stories After further analysis of the DNA and of Mr Takhar's dental records, it was able to formally identify him. Det Ch Insp Neil Jamieson, who is leading the investigation, said the force was "pursuing other lines of inquiry to establish what has happened". The force had been working closely with West Midlands Police.

Summary: A man whose remains were discovered near a Shropshire motorway slip road has been formally identified.


The clock in the tower of St Peter's Church, Haresfield, will be refurbished and have electric winders attached. It was given to the church in 1698 by John Rogers, who owned the Haresfield estate, but it could be even older, according to church officials. The cost of the clock's restoration will be Â£7,300. Churchwarden Alec Jeakins said: "Clocks of this age are very rare. It strikes on the hour but hasn't been heard in the village for over 30 years. "We hope that hearing the clock again will remind villagers of their church. "There is a plaque on it with the date 1698, saying it was given by John Rogers, but it could possibly have been a second-hand clock even at that date." Grants of Â£1,000 from the Barbara Whatmore Charitable Trust and Â£500 from the Gloucestershire Historic Churches Trust have already been secured.

Summary: An appeal has been launched to raise money to restore a 17th Century clock in Gloucestershire.


Despite a 6% rise in annual pre-tax profits, ITV shares closed down 3.5% at 240.9p. The FTSE 100 index shed 5.8 points, or 0.1%, at 6,147.06 points. Miners led the way, with major gainers being Anglo American and Antofagasta boosted by new economic stimulus measures in China. Anglo was the biggest riser, adding 6.7%, while Standard Chartered rose 5.9% to 454.8p. The biggest faller was Intertek Group, which shed 4.6% to Â£28.65, while BT Group ended 2.9% lower ar 481.8p. On the currency markets, the pound was up 0.7% against the dollar to $1.4047, and was 1% higher against the euro at â‚¬1.2961.

Summary: (Close): The London market ended the day down slightly, with a sharp drop in the share price of broadcaster ITV.


Liam McMeechan, 23, left Tahir Ahmed with a fractured skull following the raid at A&A newsagents in South Trinity Road on 12 August 2016. Mr Ahmed, who feared he was going to die, had tried to fight off McMeechan. Earlier, McMeechan pleaded guilty to assaulting the shopkeeper to his severe injury and permanent disfigurement. Accomplice David Allan, 50, admitted to a charge of attempted robbery and was jailed for 32 months at the High Court in Glasgow. Lord Boyd jailed McMeechan for seven years - but he must first serve 414 days from a previous sentence. The judge said McMeechan, who has a string of robbery convictions, was a "considerable menace". McMeechan will also be supervised for two years on his release. Mr Ahmed needed 14 staples for serious head wounds and has been left scarred for life.

Summary: A thief who hacked at a shopkeeper's head with a machete during a robbery bid at an Edinburgh shop has been jailed for seven years.


Second-placed Dortmund were heading for a frustrating draw when Aubameyang headed home Lukasz Piszczek's cross. The Gabon striker made it 20 Bundesliga goals for the season with a diagonal shot to ensure his side's fifth win in six league games. Pep Guardiola's Bayern host struggling Hoffenheim on Sunday. Elsewhere in the Bundesliga on Saturday, former Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez scored twice to help Bayer Leverkusen climb back to fourth after beating bottom club Hannover 3-0. Stefan Kiessling gave them the lead on the stroke of half-time, before Mexico international Hernandez converted a 62nd-minute penalty and he struck his 13th league goal of the season with three minutes of normal time remaining. Hertha Berlin remain third despite squandering a two-goal lead to draw 3-3 with Werder Bremen. Schalke are up to fifth after a 2-0 away win against Darmstadt.

Summary: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored two late goals to earn Borussia Dortmund a win over Ingolstadt and move them five points behind leaders Bayern Munich.


The rover snapped some pictures of the sunset in between several dust storms on the planet while dust was still floating in the atmosphere. And the reason it looks blue is because the reds and yellows from the sun were absorbed by the dust. That meant the blue coloured light was able to get through the dust more easily and was picked up by the rover. Mark Lemmon, a Curiosity science-team member from Texas A&M University said: "The colours come from the fact that the very fine dust is the right size so that blue light penetrates the atmosphere slightly more efficiently". Since landing on Mars in 2012, the Curiosity rover has been sending back lots of pictures and data on the planet so we can learn more about it.

Summary: NASA's curiosity rover has sent back the first colour picture of a sunset on Mars, and it's blue!


Iain Sturrock died after the accident, which involved a white Citroen Berlingo on Seafield Street, Portsoy, shortly before 17:00 on Thursday. Relatives said in a statement: "Iain was a loving little boy who lived for swimming, karate and going to Cubs. "We are in shock and are absolutely devastated that he has been taken from us." Police Scotland appealed for witnesses. Sgt Neil Morrison, from Aberdeenshire and Moray division's road policing unit said: "First and foremost, our thoughts are with the family and friends of the boy. "We will be conducting an investigation into the collision." Meanwhile, a man was taken to hospital in Aberdeen following a one-vehicle accident on the city's Ashgrove Road West. It happened in the early hours of Friday morning. The road was closed for an accident investigation.

Summary: An eight-year-old who died after being hit by a van in Aberdeenshire has been described as a "loving little boy".


Erick Maina, 15, who was originally from Kenya, was found hanged in Fazakerley, Liverpool, on 15 November. James Coleman, 18, of Buckfast Close, Netherton, was sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court after previously admitting racially aggravated criminal damage. A 17-year-old boy, who had admitted the same offence, was last week given a 10-month detention order. Comments about Erick and a swastika were found near Maricourt School in Maghull and in a nearby park. CCTV at the school captured Coleman and the 17-year-old, who cannot be named because of his age, at the scene. They were also seen buying white paint and a paint brush at a local supermarket. When police found paint-stained items of clothing at the teenager's home, he and Coleman were arrested.

Summary: A teenager who admitted painting racist graffiti at a school after a student's death has been detained for two years.


The bird kept the top spot during this year's Big Garden Birdwatch, organised by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB). Some 17,000 people participated in the charity's survey in January, spending an hour making notes of the birds that visited their gardens. Almost 130,000 birds were recorded. After starlings, the most common species were house sparrows, chaffinches, blue tits and blackbirds. Across the UK there was an increase in sightings of waxwings. They flock to Northern Ireland's gardens once every few years, when the berry crop fails in their native Scandinavia. Waxwings are not seen often in local gardens, but were spotted six times during the survey. Joanne Sherwood, RSPB NI director, said: "To have so many people connecting with this huge citizen science initiative is amazing and the information gathered will really help create a snapshot of how our garden birds are doing."

Summary: Starlings remain the most common bird in Northern Ireland, according to a popular piece of citizen science.


Media playback is not supported on this device He fought back from 4-1 down to beat Michael Holt 13-8 and set up a Tuesday meeting with Ding Junhui or Judd Trump. "I had a miracle to get to four each. I could easily have been 6-2 or 7-1 down," said 2000 and 2003 winner Williams. "I was struggling at 3-1 down and 4-1 down and lucky to win a couple of close frames." Williams felt he played "quite" well in a solid performance to keep Holt under pressure after his fight-back before going on to win. The Welshman hopes Trump beats Ding "because it would be a more fluent and quicker game". Williams added: "I'm just happy to be here. I'm normally watching the quarter-finals in the house so to actually be involved is great for me."

Summary: Wales' Mark Williams believes he performed a snooker "miracle" to reach the World Championship quarter-finals.


The 64-year-old has been served with a summons over a claim of abuse on a boy aged 16, who was a pupil at Altrincham Grammar School for Boys in 1982 where Mr Talbot taught. He will appear at Manchester City Magistrates' Court on 2 July. Mr Talbot, from Bowdon, Greater Manchester, denies nine indecent assaults and a serious sexual assault. He is best known for his work on the ITV programme This Morning in the late 1980s and 1990s when it was hosted by Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan. Mr Talbot was a regular on the floating weather map in Liverpool's Albert Dock.

Summary: Former TV weather presenter Fred Talbot is set to appear in court to face a further allegation of indecent assault.


Seven authors from across the globe have been shortlisted and the Â£30,000 prize winner will be announced at the National Waterfront Museum in Swansea. The age limit has been raised from 30 to 39 - Thomas's age when he died. This year marks the centenary of the Swansea-born poet's birth and a host of events have taken place to mark it. One of the shortlisted authors, Eleanor Catton, said: "The really exciting thing about the prize is that it celebrates young writers." The shortlist is: The seven writers in the running for the prize come from Wales, England, Ireland, Jamaica, the United States, Russia and New Zealand.

Summary: The winner of the International Dylan Thomas Prize, a competition for young writers, will be announced on Thursday.


The reigning Premier League champions are in real danger of relegation as they sit just one place and one point above the bottom three after a run of five successive defeats. The Foxes issued a statement last week backing their Italian manager. "I don't see how Ranieri can keep his job," Sutton told BBC Radio 5 live. "Had they finished 12th last season and they were on this run of form everyone would be saying he has to go. Football is a ruthless business. The players are not playing for him. "I think they are in absolutely enormous trouble." If Leicester go down, they would be the first defending top-flight champions to be relegated since Manchester City in 1938. They have not won a Premier League game in 2017 or scored a league goal. Listen to Sutton on Leicester, Manchester City and Liverpool on the BBC Radio 5 live podcast

Summary: Leicester City are taking a "huge risk" keeping Claudio Ranieri as manager, says former Blackburn Rovers striker Chris Sutton.


A spokesperson for the supermarket said that up to 10% of customer orders had been affected. Many customers took to social media to complain that their grocery orders had not arrived as scheduled. One said that his order was cancelled at short notice, and the delivery could not be re-arranged. "We're currently experiencing an IT issue which is affecting some grocery home shopping orders," a Tesco spokesperson said. "We're working hard to fix this problem and apologise to customers for any inconvenience this may cause." The problem was affecting the picking of orders in a number of stores, he added. He said customers were being told to re-arrange their deliveries online. Those affected were offered a Â£10 voucher in compensation.

Summary: Thousands of Tesco customers have had home deliveries cancelled as a result of a computer glitch that is affecting services nationwide.


Two clubs, Sowerby Bridge in West Yorkshire and Appleby Eden in Cumbria, have yet to return to their grounds. And 130-year-old Corbridge Cricket Club had to have their clubhouse demolished as a result of Storm Desmond. The England and Wales Cricket Board distributed more than £1m in emergency funding to clubs last year. And the ECB has also earmarked £1.6m for 2017. The "Weather Warning" report, which comes from the Climate Coalition, is backed by more than 100 organisations including the WWF-UK, the RSPB, the National Trust and the Women's Institute. Professor Piers Forster, director of the Priestley Centre for Climate, which analysed the report, said science could now show that climate change made the record wet weather in December 2015 more likely.

Summary: Storms in December 2015 linked to climate change caused more than £3.5m worth of damage to cricket clubs in the UK, says a report.


The 59-year-old Australian, who won the Open in 1986 and 1993, posted a picture of himself recovering at a US hospital. The former world number one, who last week posted a photo of himself cutting back a small tree, tweeted: "Working with a chainsaw ALWAYS be respectful of the unexpected. "I was one lucky man today. Damaged but not down & out. Still have left hand." Norman, nicknamed The (Great White) Shark because of his distinctive blond hair and aggressive style of play, led the world rankings for a total of 331 weeks in the 1980s and 1990s. As well as his major wins at Turnberry and Royal St George's, he finished runner-up in two US Opens, a pair of US PGAs and three Masters. In 1996 he famously blew a six-shot lead at Augusta to hand victory to England's Nick Faldo.

Summary: Greg Norman is recovering in hospital after almost losing his left hand in a chainsaw accident.


The special maps, called Tate Worlds, are based on real-life pictures and sculptures on display at the Tate gallery. Each world is different, and has many challenges and activities based on the theme of the artwork. Paintings such as Soul of the Soulless City by Christopher Nevinson have been turned into a playable world. It shows 1920s New York, with towering skyscrapers and a rollercoaster train ride. Martin went to chat to one of the Minecraft experts who helped to build the special maps to find out more.

Summary: A famous art gallery has teamed up with Minecraft experts to create 3D worlds inspired by paintings.


Mr Javid hit back at unions, who protested about the Trade Union Bill outside the Conservative Party conference in Manchester. He also said he would not "turn a blind eye to bad practice" in business. And he repeated the Tories' claim to be the "only party for working people". Labour had "better get used to it", he added. The "bad practice" Mr Javid highlighted included companies not paying their fair share of tax, banks rigging interest rates or a car company "cheating" on emissions. "Free enterprise is not a free-for-all," he said. Defending the union reforms, he added: "For too long, trade unions have been able to bully working people by striking, even though only a small number of their members have voted for strike action. "So we are introducing new laws to ensure working people's lives aren't unfairly disrupted."

Summary: Business Secretary Sajid Javid says the government's trade union reforms will prevent people from being "bullied" by striking workers.


The incident happened on the cycle path near Leith Links on Saturday at about 16:30 when a passing cyclist deliberately kicked the little girl. The toddler was walking with her father and both had moved out of the way to give the cyclist room. The cyclist was white, in his mid 20s and of medium build. He was clean-shaven and had dark scruffy hair. He also had dark circles under his eyes. He was wearing dark jeans and a black hooded jacket, and was riding a silver mountain bike. Officers are now urging witnesses to come forward. Sgt Mark Wilson, of Police Scotland, said: "Thankfully the child was not seriously injured but this was still a distressing and inexplicable incident. "We are keen to speak to anyone with information that can help us with our inquiries and assist us to trace this suspect."

Summary: A cyclist who was seen kicking a 19-month-old girl in Edinburgh is being sought by police.


Jack Redshaw headed the Seasiders in front on 34 minutes before being sent off for a rash challenge on David Fox. Crewe levelled through Marcus Haber's neat flick on 83 minutes before Tom Aldred's deflected shot restored Blackpool's advantage 60 seconds later. Brad Potts then fouled Tom Hitchcock in the box, but top scorer Inman blazed the resulting penalty over the bar. Blackpool climb two places to 20th, one point above the drop zone, while Crewe stay 23rd, now eight points from safety, having not won in eight matches.

Summary: Brad Inman's last-minute penalty miss handed 10-man Blackpool a vital League One win over fellow strugglers Crewe.


Liberty British Aluminium, which took over the running of the Lochaber Smelter near Fort William last year, also plans to construct a rolling mill. The company has informed Highland Council of its plan to submit a planning application for the new facilities at a later date. About 170 people are employed at the site. In December, plans were announced to create up to 600 jobs and invest Â£120m in the yard. Liberty British Aluminium took over the smelter from Rio Tinto in a Â£330m deal.

Summary: Facilities for making alloy wheels have been proposed for the UK's last remaining aluminium smelter yard.


Tom Gray of Belfast software firm Kainos said more investment was needed to produce skilled workers. He said that Northern Ireland was competing with the rest of the world. "The fact that we may have budgetary issues has no impact on what the rest of the world is doing," told the BBC's Inside Business programme. "They don't care what we're doing. "If we don't invest and move forward, we're just going to fall behind everybody else." Earlier this month, Employment and Learning Minister Stephen Farry warned that the way that higher education is funded in Northern Ireland was "no longer sustainable". He launched a consultation to try to find agreement on how universities should be paid for. Inside Business is on BBC Radio Ulster and Radio Foyle at 13:30 BST on Sunday.

Summary: Northern Ireland is in danger of being left behind if there are further cuts to the higher education budget, a leading technology expert has warned.


Leeroy Bailey, 35, who was part of a troupe that reached the last show in the first series, was released on bail after a five-minute hearing at Warwick Crown Court. He denied one charge of neglecting a child in a manner likely to cause suffering or injury to health, alleged to have occurred in February this year. A trial is set for February 2017. More on this and other stories from Coventry and Warwickshire Mr Bailey, from Foleshill in Coventry, is a specialist in breakdance and disco, and has also worked as an actor, teacher and model. He was arrested by West Midlands Police in February and charged in April.

Summary: A dancer who reached the final of Britain's Got Talent in 2007 is to face trial accused of neglecting a child.


The 19-year-old German beat his 32-year-old Swiss opponent, the world number three, 4-6 6-2 6-1, setting up a tie with Nick Kyrgios or David Goffin. Rafael Nadal also made it through, defeating France's Nicolas Mahut 6-4 7-6 (7-4). He plays American Jack Sock. And Roger Federer beat Roberto Bautista Agut to continue his excellent form. The Swiss, 35, secured a 16th win from 17 matches in 2017 with a 7-6 (7-5) 7-6 (7-4) victory to set up a meeting with Tomas Berdych, who beat Adrian Mannarino of France 6-3 7-5. Earlier on Tuesday, last year's defeated finalist Kei Nishikori of Japan booked his quarter-final spot with a 6-3 4-6 6-3 victory over Argentina's Federico Delbonis. The 27-year-old, who lost to Novak Djokovic in last year's final, will face Fabio Fognini, who beat American Donald Young 6-0 6-4.

Summary: Alexander Zverev came from a set down to knock out top seed Stan Wawrinka and reach the quarter-finals at the Miami Open.


The 21-year-old made his Premier League debut against Burnley in October. He made his first Saints start against Inter Milan at the San Siro in the Europa League four days later and has now agreed new terms until 2021. "The last couple of months have been amazing for me and this new contract really just rounds that off," said McQueen. Southampton's executive director of football Les Reed said: "Having come through the club's academy alongside James Ward-Prowse and Harrison Reed, Sam is yet another example of our philosophy to bring players through from the academy and into the first team."

Summary: Southampton defender Sam McQueen has signed a new four-and-a-half-year contract with the club.


Caer Heritage Project was awarded the cash from the Heritage Lottery Fund to develop its plans for Caerau hillfort. Plans include turning a disused gospel hall into a heritage centre and improving access to the site. Caer co-director Dr Dave Wyatt, of Cardiff University, said the "significant" site "remains poorly understood and largely unknown". In 2015, an excavation of the hillfort revealed a Neolithic causeway enclosure and one of the largest collections of pottery from the period ever discovered in Wales, suggesting it could date back 6,000 years. It is hoped the grant will also help people in the area develop a better understanding of the hillfort and its significance.

Summary: A £157,000 grant has been awarded to help access and information at a hillfort in Cardiff.


A Metropolitan Police Counter Terrorism Command-led operation resulted in two men - aged 35 and 32 - being held in north Manchester and Bury respectively. Both men were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit fraud. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said two men and two women have been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to defraud. In the Met-led operation, officers searched two properties, as well as another house and a business address in Manchester. Both men arrested were detained for questioning. GMP said the other arrests were part of a separate investigation, and would not reveal the ages or addresses of the four being detained.

Summary: Six people have been arrested following counter-terrorism investigations into online fraud.


Super Mario Run will be released in Apple's App Store on 15 December, with users having to pay $10 (£8) for the full game. Nintendo, which announced the tie-up last month, saw its shares jump by as much as 5%. It hopes to build on the global success of its Pokemon Go app from earlier this year. But because Pokemon was free to download, analysts said it did not generate as much money for the firm as it could have done. Nintendo plans to move Super Mario into movies When Japan's PM appeared as Mario Smartphones are the gaming industry's fastest growing source of revenue and the Japanese firm has been criticised for being slow on the uptake. It has promised to to unveil more gaming titles by March 2017, with an Android version of Super Mario Run also planned.

Summary: Shares in Nintendo have climbed after it announced a launch date for its new Super Mario game for the iPhone.


The 18-year-old joins Formula 1 drivers Pascal Wehrlein and Esteban Ocon as the third member of the scheme. Russell, who finished third in the European Formula 3 championship last season, will race in the GP3 feeder series with the leading ART team. "It's a dream come true," Russell told BBC Radio Norfolk. "The real hard work starts now." Russell, who lives in King's Lynn, added: "It's quite comforting knowing that if I do the job, I'm quite confident I will get the opportunity from Mercedes to further my career." Mercedes F1 team boss Toto Wolff said: "George has shown impressive form in the junior categories and we've been keeping a close eye on him for a while now. It's still early days in his career but we see great potential in him."

Summary: Briton George Russell has been signed to world champions Mercedes' young driver development programme.


The artworks are from Dundee's Oor Wullie Bucket Trail, which celebrates one of Scotland's best-known comic strip characters. Inverness's mini trail will be in place until 14 August. Four of the sculptures are at Inverness Botanic Gardens, two at the city's library and two at Inverness Museum and Art Gallery. A sculpture has also been placed at Inverness Leisure Centre, one at the Highland Archive Centre and one at Inverness Railway Station. Oor Wullie strips and books are published by DC Thomson. The character is famous for his musings and narrations delivered while sitting on an upturned bucket.

Summary: Eleven Oor Wullie sculptures have been installed at various locations around Inverness.


Formby lived at the house, named Beryldene after his wife, for nearly ten years until his death in 1961. Members of the George Formby Society performed at the unveiling on Inner Promenade in Fairhaven. Marion Coupe, from the Lytham St Annes Civic Society, said she was "amazed" there was still so much interest in the entertainer. "We didn't publicise the event, but so many people have got to hear about it, it's wonderful," she said. The house, built in 1932, was originally named Cintra and has another musical link - Formby bought it from tenor Joseph Locke. Formby, who was born George Hoy Booth in Wigan, Greater Manchester, in 1904. He was a comedian, actor, singer and songwriter who appeared in 21 films and was awarded an OBE in 1946 for entertaining British and American troops during World War II.

Summary: A blue plaque has been unveiled at entertainer George Formby's former home in St Annes, Lancashire.


They say consumers will be spending more in the run up to Christmas. The report shows consumer confidence levels bounced back in the third quarter of the year bringing the index to the highest level since 2008. There was a dip in confidence earlier this year as a result of uncertainty surrounding the general election and ongoing problems at Stormont. Low inflation and rises in real wages means people are feeling better off and that they have more money in their pockets. Consumers are enjoying low prices for items like petrol, energy, food and drink. Confidence rose across all parts of Northern Ireland; Belfast city is the most confident while the least confident areas are the south and the north west.

Summary: Consumer confidence in Northern is at its highest level since 2008 according to a report by Danske Bank.


Lucien PÃ©rot, 69, and Olivier Boudin, 38, appear to have died as they were having a meal together. Their bodies were found on Thursday in the garden of Perot's house in Authon-du-Perche, about 150km (90 miles) south-west of Paris. One was sitting on a chair and the other lying down, prosecutors say. "Their bodies showed no apparent sign of attack. They seem to have died simultaneously," the prosecutors told L'Ã‰cho RÃ©publicain newspaper (in French). They were found by a neighbour, who told the newspaper that she had seen the two friends eating in the garden the night before. Prosecutors added that they were considering a number of hypotheses, including a dual suicide, poisoning, or the possibility of the sudden death of one causing a fatal shock in the other.

Summary: French authorities are investigating the mysterious death of two friends whose bodies were found in a back garden bearing no sign of violence.


It alleged widespread fraud, including ballot boxes being stuffed and some 400 polling stations staying closed. This is the country's second democratic presidential election since it gained independence from France in 1958. Several people were killed in clashes during the election campaign. The main opposition leader, Cellou Dalein Diallo, said they will not accept the results, they will not give in and that they will protest. He was speaking at a press conference attended by the six other candidates challenging incumbent President Alpha Conde, who was standing for a second term. Mr Conde became president in 2010 in the country's first democratic election after decades of fighting authoritarian regimes, during which he was sent into exile and prison. He defeated Mr Diallo in a run-off. The electoral commission says the results won't be announced until the end of this week.

Summary: Guinea's opposition is calling for a re-run of Sunday's presidential election even before the votes have been counted.


The 70-year-old Spanish tenor will chair the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI). The music world was facing "enormous changes and challenges", he said. He said he "passionately believed in the importance of respecting talent and in the rights of all those who perform, create, produce and invest in music". The IFPI has been at the forefront of the campaign to counter illegal music sharing and pursuing the biggest offenders. IFPI chief executive Frances Moore said Domingo was an artist who "speaks from the heart about the issues that matter to him". "His forceful advocacy for the intellectual property rights of the music sector comes at a pivotal moment, as governments in many countries consider new legislation to curb piracy and help develop the legitimate digital music business," Moore added.

Summary: Opera singer Placido Domingo is taking a leading role the fight against music piracy after becoming chairman of the global body representing record labels.


North Wales Police was called to reports of a disturbance in the Woodland Road West area of Colwyn Bay at 02:30 BST on Saturday. A local man, 23, was taken to Ysbyty Glan Clwyd with serious injuries before being transferred to hospital in Stoke. A Llandudno Junction man, 18, and a 27-year-old, from Mochdre, will appear before Llandudno magistrates on Monday. The pair, who were both charged with attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place, have been remanded in custody. Police said the man in hospital is in a stable condition. Det Insp Jackie Downes said: "We would like to thank those members of the community who have assisted us so far, and we continue to appeal to anybody who may have information in relation to this incident to contact us."

Summary: Two men have been charged with attempted murder after an incident in Conwy county.


Pupils from 23 schools joined students at Wellesley House School in Broadstairs to speak to the astronaut on the International Space Station (ISS). It was the seventh in a series of UK-wide events designed to inspire scientific interest in pupils. The astronaut is on a six-month mission for the European Space Agency. On Sunday, he is set to run the equivalent of the London Marathon on a treadmill on board the ISS. Initially, the group struggled to make audio contact with the astronaut, whose face appeared on a screen on the stage. Victoria Neilson, spokeswoman for Wellesley House School, said: "It was extraordinary... like one of those movies when they are trying to make contact." She added: "It was very exciting for everyone". The project is a collaboration between Amateur Radio on the ISS (ARISS), the Radio Society of Great Britain, the UK Space Agency and the European Space Agency.

Summary: Schoolchildren in Kent have quizzed astronaut Tim Peake about space in a live webcast.


The 15-year-old's body was found on a school playing field in Flint in 1976. A man was jailed for 12 years after admitting manslaughter. However in September 2016, Stephen Hough, 57, was charged with her rape and murder. Police voluntarily referred the case to the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC). The IPCC will look at whether officers in the initial investigation acted in accordance with the rules in place at the time relating to the detention and interviewing of suspects. It will also investigate how the force handled new information that came to light in 2006. IPCC Commissioner for Wales, Jan Williams, said: "This will be a complex investigation not least because of the passage of time, but it is important for all concerned that we independently investigate the case."

Summary: Police watchdogs are investigating how North Wales Police handled the inquiry into the rape and murder of schoolgirl Janet Commins over 40 years ago.


Mr Bush, 90, was admitted to hospital on Tuesday after suffering from a shortness of breath. His spokesman Jim McGrath said his condition had improved and doctors were "discussing dates for his discharge". Mr Bush, who was president from 1989 to 1993, was visited by family on Christmas Day. Two years ago, Mr Bush was treated in the same hospital for more than two months for a bronchitis-related cough and other issues. He is the oldest living former US president and a World War II veteran. He can no longer use his legs, but in June celebrated his 90th birthday by making a tandem parachute jump. His son George W Bush served as president from 2001 to 2009. Another son, Jeb, said this month he will "actively explore the possibility of running for president" in 2016.

Summary: Former US President George Bush Sr will remain in hospital this weekend but could be discharged soon, his spokesman says.


Shadow's ordeal in Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis began at about 02:00 on Monday. Three attempts were made to coax her off the roof with food and "gentle encouragement", said the Scottish SPCA. After it started raining heavily, firefighters were called and managed to get Shadow off the roof and reunite her with her owners. Maggie Adkins, an auxiliary inspector with the SSPCA, said, "After three attempts of trying to coax her down with food and gentle encouragement it was clear that she was getting more and more anxious. "The heavens opened so we called the fire brigade in for help and they successfully got all four of Shadow's paws back on the ground." She added: "We'd like to take this opportunity to thank the fire brigade again for their assistance."

Summary: A cat got itself stuck on a roof for 12 hours after scaling a drainpipe while being chased by a dog.


The 27-year-old joined the Saints in summer 2014 from FC Twente and has since scored 13 goals for them. "The club showed a lot of effort to keep me," he said. "There were also other possibilities. "But, we recognised that the best is that I stay in Southampton, and I want to mention they put in a lot of effort for that, and I appreciate that." Southampton host Watford in their opening game of the Premier League season on Saturday at 15:00 BST.

Summary: Southampton forward Dusan Tadic has signed a new four-year contract at the club.


The Corsican club were also given a suspended one-point deduction by a Ligue 1 disciplinary committee. It said the sanctions were imposed for "shouts with racist connotations towards Balotelli, use of pyrotechnic devices and intrusion of supporters". Bastia have banned one fan caught on camera making monkey gestures. Former Manchester City and Liverpool player Balotelli, 26, reported the abuse following the 1-1 draw last month. Afterwards he posted on social media: "Is it normal that Bastia supporters make monkey noises for the whole game and nobody from the 'discipline commission' says anything? "So is racism legal in France? Or only in Bastia? Football is an amazing sport, but people like Bastia supporters make it horrible. Truly a disgrace." Balotelli was sent off for the third time this season as third-placed Nice won 1-0 at bottom club Lorient last weekend.

Summary: French side Bastia have been ordered to close part of their stadium for three matches after some supporters racially abused Nice striker Mario Balotelli.


Junel Miah, 28, of Magazine Road, Ashford, was convicted of causing the death by dangerous driving of Danyl Ponsford, 26, following a trial at Canterbury Crown Court. Miah was driving at 75mph in a 30mph zone when his Volkswagen Golf collided with Mr Ponsford's Toyota Celica in Ashford on 30 September 2013. He will be sentenced in January. Det Sgt Scott Lynch said: "If [Miah] had been driving at the correct speed, and obeying the law, the collision would never have taken place. "Miah's driving that night was a significant risk to other road users and his indifference to others has cost a young man his life. "Danyl was a well-known and popular young man in his community who had everything to live for but his life was tragically cut short."

Summary: A driver has been found guilty of killing a motorist while he was driving at more than double the speed limit.


Five fire crews, an aerial platform and a water bowser have been sent to the blaze at the Severn Arms Hotel in Penybont, near Llandrindod Wells. They were called to the incident at the Grade II-listed Elizabethan building at 15:30 BST, closing the A44 road. People were in the hotel at the time the fire broke-out, but Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service said everyone has been accounted for. Firefighters said an aerial drone has also being sent to the scene to carry out a survey of the 10-bedroom building. Teams are continuing to cool blaze hotspots at the site and are expected to remain in the area for the time being. The fire service confirmed no-one had been injured in the incident.

Summary: Firefighters are continuing to tackle a large blaze at a hotel in Powys.


The accident happened in Dalness Street, Shettleston, at about 15:15. The boy, a pupil at St Paul's Primary School, was taken to hospital with serious injuries where he died a short time later. Police said the white Ford Transit van had gone in to Dalness Street from Tollcross Road. It was turning into a car park on Dalness Street at the time. The 62-year-old driver of the van was not injured. Sgt Jackie Dunbar, of Police Scotland, said: "It was picking-up time at the school and there were a number of people in the area at the time of the incident. "I would ask that anyone who saw what happened, and who has not already been spoken to by police, contact officers at the road policing complex via 101." Dalness Street at Dalness Close was closed and local diversions put in place. The boy has not yet been named.

Summary: A five-year-old boy has died after being hit by a van in the east end of Glasgow.


The 33-year-old Brazilian will become the first player to feature for both finalists in the same season when the finals start (02:00 BST on Friday). Varejao, who started with the Cavaliers in 2004, is regarded by them as one of their most celebrated players. He joined the Warriors in February but has played enough games for Cleveland this season to be eligible for a ring. Championship teams are not required to give rings to players who leave the team before the playoffs so it will be at the discretion of the Cavaliers. Varejao said he was going to "go through some emotions" facing his old team but added: "Right now, I'm with the Warriors and I have to focus on helping them win the championship."

Summary: Golden State Warriors forward Anderson Varejao could get a championship ring even if his team lose to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA finals.


The company - which has 100,000 pre-payment meter customers - faces a fine of up to 10% of its turnover. Under the rules, all energy suppliers are supposed to communicate fairly and transparently with their customers. The investigation will examine claims made in the company's sales and marketing campaigns. E said it had no comment to make. Separately, Ofgem said that the number of energy customers in debt had fallen. In 2015, 1.05 million gas customers fell behind with their bills, compared to 1.2 million the previous year. Last year, 1.2 million electricity customers were in debt, compared with 1.4 million in 2014. However, those who are in debt now owe an average of nearly Â£600 on both their gas and electricity bills, a rise on the previous year.

Summary: The energy supplier E is to be investigated by the regulator Ofgem for potentially misleading its customers.


A court heard the car of Danial Saleem, 23, of South Shields, broke down on the A74 near Eaglesfield in December. He pulled onto the hard shoulder but his passenger Faranza Kousar, 39, was hit by another vehicle as she was getting out of the car and died. Saleem was fined Â£500 for driving without insurance and with no L plates while holding a provisional licence. He was also not accompanied by a qualified driver. Dumfries Sheriff Court heard how Saleem had left the scene of the crash and made his way to a service station at Johnstonebridge. A police search used CCTV footage to help trace him to the north east of England. He admitted driving on the day of the crash and on the previous day without insurance. As well as the fine he had seven points endorsed on his licence.

Summary: A man has been fined for driving without insurance after a crash in which a Glasgow woman died.


As the Larne-based RNLI craft towed the yacht to port it was joined by a pod of dolphins, who were captured on camera. The 30-ft yacht was sailing from Bangor to Scotland when its propeller became tangled in fishing nets. Weather conditions were good but there was not enough wind to sail without the help of an engine. A fisheries protection vessel was first to reach the vessel, which had two people on board, and it alerted the lifeboat crew. Speaking following the call-out, Roy McMullan of Larne RNLI reminded anyone taking to the sea this summer to respect the water. "Sailing and motor-boating are popular pastimes particularly at this time of year," he said. "We would encourage sailors to always wear a lifejacket and always have a means for calling or signalling for help and ensure everyone onboard knows how to use it."

Summary: A County Antrim lifeboat crew had some unexpected sea mammal assistance when they went to the aid of a stricken yacht on Wednesday.


In June, Caulker told the Guardian he had not gambled since December, nor drunk alcohol since March. The 25-year-old last played for the R's last October, but Holloway confirmed he is part of his first-team plans. "Where he now is in his life, to have him back is a special privilege for me," Holloway told BBC Radio London. "What that must have taken for Steven to admit that as openly as he did is a huge step forward and I'm really proud of him for it. "He won't get any sympathy anywhere we go away from home and that's football, so I've got to be there to help him deal with all of those things. "But deep down when he's on the football pitch I don't think the boy's got an issue."

Summary: QPR manager Ian Holloway says he is "proud" of Steven Caulker for talking about his struggles with depression, alcohol and gambling addiction.


The 20-year-old scored 314.25 from her five dives at the Maria Lenk Aquatics Centre to finish 11th in the semi-finals and claim one of 12 places in Sunday's final (20:00 BST). However, team-mate Rebecca Gallantree is out after finishing 20th. "I haven't even thought about what I can do in the final," said Reid. "The main goal again is to enjoy it." Meanwhile, Rio's main Olympic pool will be drained as part of major work to prepare for Sunday's synchronised swimming. The larger pool in the arena turned green on Wednesday, a day after the diving pool had also changed colour.

Summary: Great Britain's Grace Reid is through to the final of the Olympic women's 3m springboard event in Rio.


Villa signed the 19-year-old from Barcelona on a five-year deal for a fee reported to be around £7m (US$11m). He has represented Spain at under-16s, under-17s and under-19s levels. The Mali Football Federation confirmed to BBC Sport it has met with Troare who said he wanted to swap national allegiances to his parents' homeland once his club future was secured. His brother Mohamed, who plays for Spanish club Cordoba in their B team, has already played for Mali Under-23s this year. Football's world governing body, Fifa, has told BBC Sport as yet it has received no official request for a change of allegiance.

Summary: New Aston Villa signing Adama Traore has indicated he wants to commit his international future to Mali.


The animal was found dragging her paralysed rear legs behind her in South Lynn, Norfolk. Alison Charles, manager of RSPCA East Winch Wildlife Centre, said a pellet was lodged in the female's spine. "Sadly there was nothing our vet could do to save her and she was suffering so much the kindest thing to do was to put her to sleep," she said. Ms Charles said the "unthinkable" attack, which happened on Sunday, had been carried out at close range. "Who would shoot a hedgehog? This poor girl must have been in so much pain," she said. "It is very distressing to think that people take pleasure in causing such horrific injuries to defenceless animals." The RSPCA is investigating the shooting and has appealed for witnesses to come forward.

Summary: A hedgehog that was shot at "point blank range" with an air gun in an "unthinkable" attack has been put down.


Hull beat Catalans Dragons on Saturday to reach the last four, despite falling behind early on to the French side. Two tries from Josh Charnley saw the Warriors power past Castleford. Wakefield and Warrington secured respective wins on Thursday and Friday and the next round of ties will be played on 29-30 July. The tie between Wigan and Hull is a repeat of the 2013 final, which the Warriors won 16-0 at Wembley. Warrington won the trophy three times between 2009 and 2012, while Wakefield have not been in a Challenge Cup semi-final since 2008. Subscribe to the BBC Sport newsletter to get our pick of news, features and video sent to your inbox.

Summary: Wigan will play Super League leaders Hull FC in the Challenge Cup semi-finals, while Warrington have been drawn against Wakefield.


Ynys Mon Labour MP Albert Owen questioned the prime minister as he set out the case for air strikes in Syria. Mr Owen said Mike Poole, whose son Flt Lt Hywel Poole was killed in 2012, wanted to know whether RAF planes flying over Syria would have collision warning systems attached. Mr Cameron said UK aircraft would have the most advanced equipment possible. A service inquiry report into the accident found the lack of a collision warning system was one of 17 contributory factors to the accident over the Moray Firth in Scotland. Mr Cameron paid tribute to Hywel Poole, who was 28 and from Llandegfan, and said the aircraft would have the best equipment available "to make sure they are kept safe".

Summary: David Cameron has been challenged over an Anglesey pilot's death in a mid-air collision between two RAF Tornados.


Lex Autolease is shutting down its retail sites in Old Church Road, Coventry and Churchbridge in Oldbury, Sandwell. This puts 98 jobs at the showrooms at risk. Another 29 jobs are being transferred to British Car Auctions. The company said the move is in line with its expansion plans. Lex Autolease was created in 2009 when Lex Vehicle Leasing, owned by HBOS, merged with Lloyds TSB Autolease. A spokesperson from the company said: "We have taken the decision to close our retail sites in Coventry and Oldbury, and to outsource the remaining elements of our vehicle remarketing operation within Lex Autolease to BCA. "This follows extensive work to consider future options for our vehicle remarketing activities, and supports our strategic aim to focus on growing our vehicle leasing business."

Summary: One of the biggest vehicle leasing companies in the UK is to scrap two of its West Midlands bases, putting 98 jobs at risk.


Police said a man armed with an imitation firearm stepped in front of the car on North Street around 20:30 GMT on Monday. The man was treated in hospital for a suspected broken leg. He was later arrested and has been charged with attempted hijacking, disorderly behaviour and possession of a firearm or imitation firearm. He is due to appear in court on Wednesday. In a separate incident, a woman has been assaulted by two men in a multi-storey car park in Belfast city centre. She had just got into her car at Hardcastle Street at about 18:30 GMT on Monday when she was approached by the men, who forced her out of the vehicle and drove off in it.

Summary: A 23-year-old man has been hit by a car he was allegedly attempting to hijack in Belfast.


The woman, believed to be in her 20s, was discovered just before midnight on Sunday in the grounds of Harlescott Junior School on Featherbed Lane. Police are carrying out forensic examinations at the school, which will remain closed until Wednesday. The woman has not yet been formally identified. Forensics officers also searched a nearby property. Two men, aged 32 and 39, and a 31-year-old woman, all from Shrewsbury, are being questioned on suspicion of murder, West Mercia Police said. "Pupils were due to return to school tomorrow following the Christmas holidays but the decision has been taken to keep the school closed while investigations continue," a police spokesperson said on Monday. The death is not thought to be linked to that of another woman in the area almost two weeks ago, according to the police.

Summary: Three people have been arrested on suspicion of murder after the body of a woman was found in the grounds of a school in Shrewsbury.


Warne took over on Monday following Kenny Jackett's resignation after only five games in charge of the club. The Millers' 2-1 Championship defeat by Burton, their 15th game without a win, left them 13 points adrift of safety at the bottom of the Championship. "After a defeat, I haven't flipped my mind and thought, 'You know what, this is easier than I thought'," Warne said. "It's still ridiculously hard, it's ridiculously stressful, I gave everything I could. It sounds pathetic I suppose, but I 'teared up' in front of the lads. "It's difficult. I gave everything I could for the team to win and it wasn't enough - and that's hard to take."

Summary: Rotherham United interim manager Paul Warne says he still has no interest in taking the job on a permanent basis.


"Cascading" water at a temperature of about 80C [176F] brought down a suspended ceiling at the Victoria Centre store at about 22:40 BST on Tuesday. It poured through from a rooftop room, leaving the top floor under three inches of water. Stock was "significantly" damaged. The building itself was also damaged, and the shop remained closed on Wednesday. More on this story and other news in Nottinghamshire One firefighter said: "We were struggling to find the source of the leak. "Crews were deployed to salvage stock, [but staff] are going to be busy for a number of days." A spokeswoman for John Lewis said the store would remain closed on Wednesday as there was no power or lighting. She added: "We are assessing the damage and have already started the clean-up operation, which will continue as our partners arrive for work this morning."

Summary: John Lewis's Nottingham city centre store has flooded after 80,000 litres of hot water leaked from a ruptured heating pipe.


The body of Ravi Kumar, from the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, was spotted inside a crevice. Three other climbers died over the same weekend and over a dozen were rescued after running into difficulties. Mr Kumar had successfully scaled Everest, but was separated from his guide on the climb down. He is believed to have fallen almost 200m (657 feet) to his death. The guide was earlier found unconscious at Camp 4, just below 8,000 metres, with severe frostbite. The tourism agency that facilitated Mr Kumar's climb told the Press Trust of India news agency that it would not be possible to retrieve his body immediately.

Summary: An Indian mountaineer declared missing on Mount Everest this weekend has been found dead, Nepali officials have confirmed.


The driver was not injured and it is believed a second lorry was involved but did not stop, West Mercia Police said. The A41 at Shakeford, near Hinstock, was closed earlier. The owners of the house have spent the past year renovating the Grade II listed building but decided not to stay there on Tuesday night. They are said to be devastated by the damage. Earlier Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service said the section between Chester Road and Hatton Road would be closed while crews worked to secure the building. The badly damaged house is opposite a field which often has a smiley face cut into the grass.

Summary: A lorry has smashed into the side of a house becoming embedded in the brickwork and blocking a road.


Glencoe Mountain, Lecht, Glenshee, Nevis Range and CairnGorm Mountain all report not having enough snow for skiing or snowboarding. The resorts' operators said they were hoping for a return of wintry conditions soon. Earlier this month, all five centres were able to open runs following heavy snowfalls and freezing temperatures. Temperatures have been rising over the past few days, CairnGorm Mountain, near Aviemore, said it has had heavy rain, winds gusting to 100mph and a temperature of 3C. On its website Glenshee Ski Centre said: "The ongoing thaw has done a lot of damage. "With the mild weather set to continue for a couple of days we will be closed for snowsports until we get more snow." Sportscotland Avalanche Information Service (SAIS) has also reported thawing conditions in the hills. The service provides forecasts of avalanche risk for Torridon, Glen Coe, Northern Cairngorms, Southern Cairngorms, Lochaber and Creag Meagaidh.

Summary: Mild weather has suspended snowsports at Scotland's five mountain ski centres.


Claudia Philips was last seen leaving the house, in Crail, where she was staying, at about 13:00 on Tuesday. At that time she was heading towards Anstruther along the Fife coastal path. Police Scotland said the 51-year-old had failed to return to the house and concern was now growing for her welfare. They are appealing for information. Ms Philips was described as white, 5ft 2in, of slim build with grey, wavy, collar-length hair. Insp Neil McKenzie, of Police Scotland, said: "Claudia is on holiday in Crail, so is unlikely to know the north east Fife area well and as such we are keen to trace her as soon as possible. "Anyone with information that can help us locate Claudia should contact police immediately."

Summary: Police are appealing for information to help trace a German tourist who has been reported missing in Fife.


The driver was pulled over in Great Yarmouth on Friday, Norfolk officer Sgt Chris Harris revealed on Twitter. Officers also found a passenger lying beneath wardrobe doors which were being carried inside the car. Norfolk Police said the method was "quite clearly dangerous" and it was deciding whether to prosecute. More on this and other stories from Norfolk A police spokesman added: "We would encourage drivers to secure items using appropriate fixings and products, as it's quite clearly dangerous and drivers could face possible prosecution." The passenger was lying beneath the wardrobe doors because the rear car seats had been put in the flat position to get them in the vehicle, Sgt Harris explained.

Summary: A motorist was stopped by police after using bubble wrap to strap a wardrobe to the roof of a car.


Heavy rain and strong winds are forecast from Friday through to Monday, and Arriva Trains Wales said its network could be affected. Routes currently at most risk of closure are Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniog, and Shrewsbury to Machynlleth. It comes as part of the A490 in Powys has been closed due to flooding. The road is shut in both directions between A458/A483 at Sarn y Bryn Caled roundabout, Welshpool, and the B4388 at Kingswood. Network Rail will also be imposing speed restrictions on trains operating over the weekend between Llandudno Junction and Holyhead. Arriva Trains Wales said it would replace trains with buses if rail routes do close. There are currently two flood warnings in place across Wales and nine flood alerts, while a yellow 'be aware' warning issued for parts of north Wales remains in place until 21:00 GMT on Thursday. Check if this is affecting your journey

Summary: Rail commuters have been warned routes could close at short notice over the weekend due to potential flooding.


Mr Corbyn represents the Islington North constituency in London, and much of it is expected to form part of a new Finsbury Park and Stoke Newington seat. Mr Corbyn would be entitled to seek selection as Labour's candidate. A source close to the Labour leader said there was "every reason to believe Jeremy will have a seat to contest". The total number of MPs is to be reduced from 650 to 600 under government plans. The boundary commissions for England and Wales are drawing up plans for new constituencies, with proposed details being published on Tuesday. The Labour Party is expected to be particularly hard hit by the changes. Proposed changes to the boundaries in Northern Ireland have already been published. The proposed changes in Scotland are set to be published next month.

Summary: Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn's seat in Parliament could be abolished under proposals from the Boundary Commission for England.


The company says the move is part of an operational restructure. It has 11 branches, six of which will shut in April. The firm has its headquarters in Newtownards. Staff were informed on Thursday that branches will close in Ballymena, Ballynahinch, Lisburn, Magherafelt, Newry and Omagh. Five other branches will remain unaffected. It is understood that some staff members will be offered the opportunity to relocate to company headquarters or other branches. In a statement the company said it will "make every effort to avoid redundancies where possible". "Where it isn't possible, any redundancies will be voluntary led, or for certain roles, the opportunity to reapply for new positions may exist," it said.

Summary: Hughes Insurance is planning to close half of its branches in Northern Ireland with the loss of 20 jobs.


Jake Forster-Caskey put the Seagulls ahead with a penalty after he had been fouled in the box by Paul Downing. Milan Lalkovic equalised for the hosts before Brighton's Chris O'Grady blazed over the bar from the penalty spot. Rico Henry then completed the Saddlers' comeback, as he fired in a left-footed shot from Romaine Sawyers' cross. Brighton manager Chris Hughton told BBC Sussex: Media playback is not supported on this device "I felt that we had some really good periods in the game. I can't remember a game for a while where we've had so much good possession breaking into their final third. "We had ample opportunities and got into some great areas, but of course if you're not able to get that second goal, it's always going to put pressure on. "Until we learn to kill off games, we're always going to make life difficult for ourselves."

Summary: League One side Walsall came from behind to beat Championship opponents Brighton and earn a League Cup tie with Chelsea.


At Norwich Crown Court, Sgt Nick Lidstone, 54, from Barrington, pleaded not guilty to 19 counts. These include rape, indecency with a child, serious sexual assault, indecent assault and making an indecent photograph of a child. The charges relate to alleged abuse between 1997 and 2014. Mr Lidstone will stand trial on 15 December. The police sergeant, from Heslerton Way, was originally charged with one count of rape and one of sexual assault. Three allegations of rape were said to have taken place when the victim was an adult. Jonathan Goodman, representing Mr Lidstone, who appeared by video link from Chelmsford Prison, did not make any application for bail and the officer was remanded in custody.

Summary: A police sergeant from Cambridgeshire has denied sexually abusing a girl from the age of nine.


The 37-year-old departs after an injury-hit season in which he made only seven appearances for the club. Antony Kay, 33, who helped to keep a club record number of clean sheets in winning promotion from League One in 2014-15, and Jordan Spence, 25, will not be given new deals. Striker Nicky Maynard, 29, has not taken up the option to stay. Manager Karl Robinson is to meet out-of contract Charlie Burns, 20, Carl Baker, 33, Cody Cropper, 23, and Alex Revell, 32, to discuss their futures. Meanwhile, the club have taken up one-year extension options in the contracts of Ben Tilney and Giorgio Rasulo, both 19.

Summary: Former England defender Matthew Upson is among four players leaving MK Dons following relegation to League One.


Nike shares were hit after Bank of America Merrill Lynch cut its rating on the stock to "underperform" from "neutral". The Dow Jones ended 18.77 points lower at 18,142.42. The wider S&P 500 index slipped 0.26 points to 2,126.15, while the Nasdaq fell 0.97 points to 5,189.13. Shares in industrial giant General Electric fell 0.4% to $29.10 after the company agreed to merge its oil and gas business with oilfield services firm Baker Hughes. The deal, which has been approved by the boards of both companies, will create the second-biggest firm in the oilfield services industry. Shares in Level 3 Communications jumped 3.9% after CenturyLink announced it was buying the company in a $34bn deal. Shares in CenturyLink dropped 12.5%.

Summary: (Close): US markets ended the day more or less where they started, but shares in Nike fell more than 3% following a broker downgrade.


The meeting will take place "within the next five to 10 days." Carlisle vice-president Andy Bell revealed on Wednesday that a "billionaire" had made them an offer. And chairman Andrew Jenkins said: "We are looking forward to making further progress with the prospective new investors before the end of the month." He continued: "We recognise that the issue of the club's shareholding needs to be settled at the earliest opportunity. "However, it is imperative that we choose the best option which will move the club forward at this critical point in our history." Carlisle, meanwhile, are continuing efforts to revamp their playing squad for next season, completing the signing of Accrington Stanley captain Luke Joyce. They had already brought in defender Michael Raynes and midfielder Jason Kennedy earlier this week.

Summary: Carlisle United say they will meet with an unnamed party to discuss a "substantial investment proposal" following initial negotiations.


Bolt was celebrating his win in the 200m sprint at the World Athletics Championships when the cameraman lost control of his motorised scooter as it rolled over a post and crashed into the runner's legs. The Jamaican did a backward roll and got back on his feet - he briefly rubbed his ankle before continuing to celebrate with fans. He later told reporters: "Accidents happen. I have a few cuts but it is nothing that I have never done to myself in training. I will be all right." Watch the incident (UK only) Cherish the supreme showman in Bolt The two men came face to face again on Friday when the cameraman presented Bolt with a gift, said to be a friendship bracelet, to apologise for the accident.

Summary: Usain Bolt was knocked down by a cameraman in Beijing on Thursday night, shortly after winning a race.


Media playback is not supported on this device Bale scored a goal on his comeback after three months out in Real's 2-0 win over Espanyol on 18 February. The 27-year-old then came off the bench and played half an hour in Real's 2-1 defeat by Valencia on Wednesday. "He's back at 100%. He's been training at full pace with us for a few days now and he's 100% fit," Zidane said. Bale has returned to action a month before Wales' World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland in Dublin on 24 March. Wales are unbeaten in the 2018 World Cup qualifiers but are four points behind the Group D leaders.

Summary: Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane says Wales forward Gareth Bale is back to full fitness after recovering from ankle surgery.


The 29-year-old, who was was born in DR Congo and has a Congolese mother, is expected to complete a free transfer to the Lubumbashi club this week. Vanden Borre had announced his retirement from football on 10 January. His most recent club was French side Montpelier and his career has included spells at Anderlecht, Fiorentina, Genoa and Portsmouth. The right-back holds dual Belgian and Congolese citizenship and elected to represent the European country at senior national level when aged 16. He played once for Belgium at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, against South Korea.

Summary: DR Congo side TP Mazembe are set to sign former Belgium international defender Anthony Vanden Borre.


The referendum saw 48,593 people vote to retain the status quo, while 42,677 voted to have an elected mayor. The poll had been notable for the lack of campaigning either in favour of an elected mayor or against one. Manchester City Council leader Sir Richard Leese said a majority of almost 6,000 was "a very clear rejection" by the people of Greater Manchester. Labour's Sir Richard said he was ready to keep representing the wishes of voters in the city. "We now need to get on and make it work," he said. The turnout for the referendum was 25%. Had the city voted in favour in the referendum, one of 10 held in England, an election for mayor would have taken place on 15 November. Â· All the latest election results are available at bbc.co.uk/vote2012

Summary: The people of Manchester have voted against having a directly-elected mayor to run their city.


Residents have had to boil water for more than three weeks after a parasite was discovered at a treatment works. Customers in North Blackpool, Cleveleys and Fleetwood are the latest to be given the all clear from water firm United Utilities. Some 300,000 homes were initially affected, two thirds of which can now use water as normal. Action was taken after the microbial parasite cryptosporidium was found near Preston on 6 August. The water firm said it hoped to lift restrictions for the majority of remaining customers by the end of the week. Customers can check which areas have had restrictions lifted by visiting the United Utilities website or calling 0800 912 7241. Water has been treated with ultra violet (UV) light to kill the parasite, which can cause diarrhoea and cramps.

Summary: Advice to boil tap water before drinking it has been lifted in 26,000 more homes in Lancashire.


JK Rowling has announced that she'll be waving a wand over December and releasing 12 short stories from the wizarding world. The news came via email to fans of the Pottermore website, all in the 12 days leading up to Christmas eve. The email promises "wonderful writing by JK Rowling in Moments from Half-Blood Prince, shiny gold Galleons and even a new potion or two". Obviously speculation is now rife as to whom each story will focus on. There have been rumours that at least one of the stories will focus on Harry's nemesis, Draco Malfoy. The stories shall be released everyday from 12 December. It's not the first new story from Rowling since the end of the Harry Potter series. She wrote 5,000 words for Pottermore about Potter character, Dolores Umbridge at Halloween, earlier this year. Follow @BBCNewsbeat on Twitter and Radio1Newsbeat on YouTube

Summary: Harry Potter fans rejoice, because Christmas may be coming a little early.


The Dow Jones index surged 186.7 points, or 0.9%, to 20636.92, while the S&P 500 increased 20.06 points, or 0.86%, to 2,349.01. The tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 51.64 points or 0.89% to 5,856.79. The US has entered earnings season, with a slew of companies due to release quarterly results in coming weeks. Netflix, which is scheduled to publish its first quarter results on Monday, fell more than 3% in after hours trading after it gained fewer new subscribers than expected. Stock prices for several retailers, including Under Armour, Kohl's and Macy's, declined after the US Commerce Department published a disappointing report on US retail sales on Friday. Trading was light as most European markets were closed due to the Easter bank holiday.

Summary: (Close) Wall Street ended in decisively positive territory on Monday after investors returned from a three-day weekend in an upbeat mood.


The 51-year-old was last seen leaving his home in the Powys town of Talgarth for a run on Tuesday at 09:00 GMT. Mountain rescue teams, firefighters, police and a drone searched for Mr Skeen, who had recently moved to the area from Bristol. Dyfed-Powys Police said the body has not yet been formally identified. "But family (of Mr Skeen) have been made aware of the development," a spokesman added. Former colleagues of Mr Skeen, who had worked for South Western Ambulance Service, had volunteered to help Longtown Mountain Rescue Team search the Talgarth area on Saturday.

Summary: Rescue teams have found a body in their search for missing jogger David Skeen, police have said.


The 27-year-old arrived from Surrey in 2013 and will remain with Sussex until the end of the 2017 season. Jordan, who is part of England's World Twenty20 squad, played just six County Championship matches in an injury-hit season last year as Sussex were relegated to Division Two. "I'm thrilled to be extending my contract," he told the club website. "I'm looking forward to putting in my best performances on the pitch, helping Sussex back into Division One and back to winning trophies." Sussex head coach Mark Davis described Jordan as a "vital" player, who will continue to "balance" the team in all formats of the game. "His all-round ability as a fast bowler, destructive batsman and brilliant catcher makes him a key member of our team at Sussex," Davis added.

Summary: England all-rounder Chris Jordan has signed a new one-year contract extension with Sussex.


Carli Scott, 30, of Basildon, was declared dead at the scene in Roundacre, Basildon, following the accident at 20:45 GMT on Tuesday. Dean Evans, 35, also from Basildon, died later in hospital, police said. A 26-year-old man from Laindon was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Police are appealing for witnesses. The man has been released on police bail, pending further enquiries, until 18 July. The family of Mr Evans said: "He was a dearly loved son, father, brother, uncle and friend to everyone who knew him. "Dean will be greatly missed. He was loved so much."

Summary: Two pedestrians killed following a car crash in the centre of an Essex town have been named by police.


Like-for-like sales excluding VAT were up 1.5% in the 17 weeks to 25 June, bucking the weak trend seen elsewhere on the UK High Street. The department store chain said its market share was up, but profit margins were hit by greater discounting. It also said it would revamp another 20 stores in the next year, on top of 11 already underway, creating 600 jobs. The firm reconfirmed its profits guidance for the current year at Â£158m. Chief executive Rob Templeman, who retires in September, said that the health and beauty sector was "probably one of the most resilient areas in the market". "Everybody calls it the 'lipstick factor', that people still buy health and beauty whatever," he added. Business continued to shift to the web, with online and mobile sales up 77% in the past 10 months.

Summary: Debenhams has reported rising sales, helped by the "lipstick factor" after cosmetics sales proved resilient.


Former Yorkshire, Lancashire and Nottinghamshire paceman Shahzad, 31, is "free to explore other playing opportunities with immediate effect". He joined Sussex in 2015 on a two-year deal after leaving Nottinghamshire. Shahzad played one Test match for England in 2010 against Bangladesh and has also featured in 11 one-dayers and three T20 internationals. "I think it's clear that myself and the club are going in different directions and it suits both parties to part ways," he said in a statement. "Ajmal's attitude has always been exemplary and he's been a great role model for the youngsters at the club," Sussex director of cricket Keith Greenfield said. "But we recognise he wants and needs to be playing first-team cricket and he will hopefully get an opportunity at another county where he can show his worth."

Summary: Sussex have parted company with former England fast bowler Ajmal Shahzad by mutual agreement.


The event, which marked the 101st anniversary of the rebellion, was led by President Michael D Higgins and Taoiseach (Irish prime minister) Enda Kenny. Sinn FÃ©in's Stormont leader, Michelle O'Neill, also attended. It was held outside the General Post Office (GPO) on O'Connell Street, the building that served as the headquarters of the 1916 rebels. The 1916 rebellion was an attempt to overthrow British rule in Ireland. President Higgins laid a wreath at the GPO and members of the Irish Defence Forces personnel also took part. The state ceremony began with the lowering of the Irish tricolour. A prayer was read and a piper played a lament before the Proclamation of Independence was read by an officer from the Irish defence forces.

Summary: The Easter Rising has been commemorated with a military ceremony in Dublin.


Wrexham-based Sgt Laura Salisbury-Jones has received North Wales Police's diversity champion award. Ms Salisbury-Jones can use sign language and is able to engage with the deaf community and identify those in need of police support. She will now teach officers basic tips to assist communication and deliver an introduction to the language. "It is important that all communities are able to access the services North Wales Police provides and I would like to thank the deaf community for their willingness to engage with us," she said. Greg George, head of diversity at North Wales Police, said: "In her own time, she has completed levels 1, 2, 3 and 4 in BSL (British Sign Language) and plans to continue this amazing achievement by becoming the force's first fully qualified BSL interpreter.''

Summary: A police officer has been recognised for her outstanding work with the deaf community across north Wales.


The blaze started about 09:00 BST at Whitfire Shavings on Church Lane, Farington Moss, Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service (LFRS) said. Fire crews started to reduce the blaze which spread to six warehouses storing "very flammable" wood shavings and compressed sawdust at about 14:00. LFRS said there were no reports of casualties. Plumes of smoke can been seen up to five miles away in Preston, said LFRS. Lancashire Police has advised people to stay indoors and keep windows and doors closed due to the smoke and possible toxins. Nine homes were evacuated as a safety precaution after it was confirmed that one of the buildings contained asbestos. The fire is not being treated as suspicious.

Summary: Up to 90 firefighters have been tackling a "major fire" at a sawdust mill in Lancashire.


Dozens of demonstrators appeared on a big screen near the main gate of Seoul's historic Gyeongbokgung Palace. Officials had earlier said the rally's application was submitted incorrectly, warning of a "stern response". But the event was peaceful. The demonstration was organised by Amnesty International Korea. "Authorities are banning more and more public protests, especially in central Seoul, citing reasons like traffic jams or public inconvenience," Amnesty's Kim Hee-jin was quoted as saying by the AFP news agency. "We wanted to show that the situation has become so restrictive that only ghosts like these may freely march on the street," she added. The South Korean authorities have been recently been accused of using excessive force to disperse public protests and even banning rallies under the pretext that they cause traffic jams and inconvenience to local residents. The government in Seoul has repeatedly denied such claims.

Summary: A holographic "ghost protest" has been held in South Korean capital Seoul against what the organisers say is the erosion of free speech in the country.


Joanne Hemingway, 39, was attacked outside of a flat on Beverley Road, Hull on 29 June. She suffered "serious injuries" and later died in hospital. Angela Burkitt 53, also of Beverley Road, appeared at the city's magistrates' court earlier accused of murder. She was remanded in custody to appear at Hull Crown Court on Friday. More on this and other Hull stories Glenn Foster, 42, of Beverley Road, Hull who was previously charged with Ms Hemingway's murder has had the charge against him dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service. Foster appeared at Hull Crown Court on Monday and pleaded guilty to affray, being in possession of an offensive weapon and having an article with a blade. He was remanded in custody and is due to be sentenced in September.

Summary: A woman has been charged with murder following the death of a woman who was assaulted in the street.


A planning application has been lodged with Pembrokeshire council for the development to be built on land at Slade Lane in Haverfordwest. The site was previously earmarked for a Sainsbury's superstore, but the supermarket pulled out last year, saying it was "no longer viable". Developers Conygar has proposed a five-screen cinema and five restaurants. The site would also include a 168-space car park, with access off the new roundabout on Thomas Parry Way.

Summary: A multi-screen cinema and restaurant complex could be built in a Pembrokeshire town.


Bob Moore, from Portland, Oregon, won the coveted Golden Spurtle for his efforts at the 23rd World Porridge Making Championships in Carrbridge. The title is awarded to the contestant who makes the best traditional porridge using just three ingredients - oatmeal, salt and water. Mr Moore said the win made him "so happy". The 87-year-old, who used to run a wholegrain food business, said: "I couldn't believe it when my name was announced. It is so meaningful to me to win the Golden Spurtle. "I've devoted my life to eating and producing good wholegrain food." There is also a speciality competition for sweet or savoury porridge dishes which was won by Norwegian Thorbjorn Kristensen for the second year running. He combined eggs, butter, vanilla sugar, cream and liqueur with porridge in a dish titled 'Unexpected Guests'. The event is organised by Carrbridge Community Council and sponsored by Hamlyns of Scotland.

Summary: An 87-year-old American man has been crowned World Porridge Making Champion at an event in the Highlands.


A 42-year-old man from Walsall was arrested at the scene, just after the Merrions Close turning, on the Birmingham Road, Walsall, during the morning. The girl was taken to hospital but died a short time later, West Midlands Police said. A spokesman said the police had spoken to a number of witnesses but would still like to hear from people. "This is a devastating tragedy for the girl's family and her friends and our thoughts remain with them at this difficult time," the spokesman said. More on this story and other Birmingham and Black Country

Summary: A 17-year-old pedestrian has died after being involved in a traffic collision.


The world number one also beat Anderson, the world number two, in the PDC World Darts Championship final this month. Dutchman Van Gerwen, 27, overcame England's Adrian Lewis 11-5 in the semi-finals earlier on Sunday. Anderson had beaten 16-time world champion Phil Taylor 11-9 for a spot in the final in Milton Keynes. Taylor, 56, has announced that 2017 will be his final year on the Professional Darts Corporation tour circuit. However, he says he may still play in the Premier League and the World Series.

Summary: Michael van Gerwen beat Scotland's Gary Anderson 11-7 to win his third successive Masters title.


The tweet came in response to a Twitter user reporting a "rape" at Goodison Park, referencing Everton's 6-2 win over Sunderland on Sunday. The tweeted reply has since been deleted and the force has apologised. Merseyside Police said the civilian member of staff responsible had left its employment. A spokesman said the person was "due to leave the force but decided to go early" after talks. Following the incident, Jo Wood, from the Merseyside Rape and Sexual Abuse centre, said: "I think it's a real shame. We work closely with Merseyside Police and we've come a long way. "Something like this could set us back years and sends out completely the wrong message. "Clearly this individual is not aware of the impact of what they did."

Summary: Merseyside Police say a member of staff who tweeted a "rape joke" on the force's official account has left the force "by mutual consent".


Williams knocked the Londoner down with a huge right hand as Corcoran suffered the first loss of his five-year career. The 24-year-old's first defence of both belts, the first time he had been past eight rounds, was a grudge match. Williams' trainer Gary Lockett said: "That is one of his worst performances. He lets his emotions get to him." And Williams admitted: "I was one of my worst performances and I knocked him out. I wasn't even tired." Both boxers suffered cuts above the right eye but Williams' class ensured he extended his unbeaten professional record to 17 fights as the fighter from the Rhondda Valley hopes for a world title shot. And his promoter Frank Warren acknowledged: "This young man has a big future ahead of him."

Summary: Unbeaten Welshman Liam Williams has defended his Commonwealth and British super welterweight titles with an 11th round knockout of Gary Corcoran.


The Trafford Council leader was selected ahead of Stephen Woods, chairman of Wythenshawe & Sale East Conservatives, on Thursday. The 29-year-old tweeted he was "so proud", adding: "Our city is on the verge of something special". All the main parties have chosen their candidates for the 4 May election. Mr Anstee is the youngest council leader in the region. He was elected as a councillor for Bowdon in 2008, and became Trafford Council leader in 2014. Leigh MP and former shadow Home Secretary Andy Burnham was chosen as Labour's candidate last August, while Trafford councillor Jane Brophy will represent the Liberal Democrats. Deyika Nzeribe is the Green Party candidate and Shneur Odze will represent UKIP.

Summary: Sean Anstee has been chosen as the Conservative Party candidate for the first mayoral elections in Greater Manchester next year.


Prime Minister Valeriu Strelet has been in office for less than three months. The vote, triggered by socialist and communist opposition MPs, followed months of big anti-corruption protests. Many Moldovans are furious over the disappearance of more than $1bn (Â£646m) from Moldovan banks. The protesters are demanding early elections. A former prime minister, Vlad Filat, was detained earlier this month over his alleged involvement in the bank fraud - an allegation he denies. The no-confidence motion was backed by 65 lawmakers in the 101-seat legislature. Moldova is one of Europe's poorest countries. The missing money is equivalent to an eighth of the ex-Soviet republic's entire GDP. The scandal caused a rapid fall in the value of the national currency, the leu, hitting Moldovans' living standards. Mr Filat was accused of theft from the state-run Banca de Economii. Earlier parliament had stripped him of immunity from prosecution.

Summary: Moldova's parliament has dismissed the government, following a no-confidence vote - a move which intensifies the country's political turmoil.


Police launched an investigation following a report of an attack on a 17-year-old woman in a supermarket car park off the city's South Ward Road in the early hours of Sunday, 26 April. A 19-year-old man has been charged in connection with the incident, and a report will be submitted to the procurator fiscal. He is expected to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court on Tuesday, 5 May.

Summary: A man has been charged in connection with a sexual assault in Dundee.


Clubs promoted to the Championship are given a three-year period to convert terracing to all-seater arenas. Brentford returned to the second tier in 2014, and were due for alterations. The club said in view of its planned ground move, and good safety record, the SGSA said it could retain the Ealing Road and Brook Road terraces. Brentford chief executive Mark Devlin said the introduction of seats would have reduced the stadium capacity by approximately 1,600. "This is hugely positive news as this would have had a significantly damaging impact on our revenues and ability to grow our fanbase," he added. Brentford have planning permission to build a new 20,000-capacity ground at nearby Lionel Road and hope to move in by the start of the 2019-20 season.

Summary: Brentford are to retain terracing at Griffin Park for the 2017-18 season after being given a dispensation by the Sports Ground Safety Authority (SGSA).


Coppinger and Butler, respectively team and club captains, will now stay at the Keepmoat Stadium until 2018. The former, 36, has scored eight goals this season and holds the record for appearances for the club. "I never thought I'd be here 13 years on, but I feel in really good condition - I feel better than when I was younger," he told the club website. Winger Coppinger and defender Butler have both featured regularly this season for Doncaster, helping them go seven points clear at the top of League Two.

Summary: James Coppinger and Andy Butler have signed one-year contract extensions with League Two club Doncaster Rovers.


The 22-year-old was found by police on patrol on the A451 in Kidderminster just after 05:00 GMT on Sunday. He was lying between the bus depot island and Comberton Hill island and was taken to hospital, where he died. Det Sgt Laura Wright from West Mercia Police said the man may have been involved in a disturbance at a nightclub. She said: "We are keeping an open mind in relation to this investigation. "Initial indications are that the man was in a collision with a vehicle but we are also considering that he was involved in an altercation. "We are currently linking this incident to a disturbance outside the Tribe nightclub on Green Street, Kidderminster, which occurred at around 4.50am and we're keen to speak to anyone who witnessed this". The man's family has been told and formal identification will take place later.

Summary: A man discovered unconscious on a ring road with head and abdominal injuries has died.


The Labour leader first worked as a colliery blacksmith before becoming a community health council chief officer. He had said he would stand down in May after nearly 40 years as a councillor. First Minister Carwyn Jones said Mr Reynolds was a "dedicated public servant who worked tirelessly for the people of Aberbargoed", the ward he represented since 1979. "His passing will be felt deeply not just by his family and friends but by communities across Caerphilly where he made his impact as a councillor, local campaigner, and civic leader." Caerphilly council's deputy leader David Poole added: "Keith was an outstanding public servant, who had an unrelenting drive and determination to do his very best for his local community and for our county borough."

Summary: Tributes have been paid to Caerphilly council leader Keith Reynolds, who has died at the age of 71.


She was thrown out in March after allegations a member of her staff tried to arrange a false receipt for a meal. The South East MEP was also replaced as the general election candidate for Folkestone and Hythe after the claims were published in The Sun newspaper. A spokesman for Ms Atkinson confirmed she lodged an appeal over the weekend. Ms Atkinson and her assistant, Christine Hewitt, who was also expelled from the party following a disciplinary hearing, were given 14 days to appeal. In March, The Sun published a secret recording appearing to show Ms Hewitt asking the manager of a restaurant in Margate, Kent, for an invoice for a much higher sum than the bill she had received. The BBC has not been able to contact Ms Hewitt for a comment.

Summary: MEP Janice Atkinson has lodged an appeal against the decision to expel her from UKIP for "bringing the party into disrepute".


He died in the early hours of Saturday morning in a care unit in Derry. His family was at the unit with him. The civil servant was 30 when he was attacked by a mob at a barbecue in the Waterside in Derry, and never regained consciousness. Daryl Proctor, who was convicted of the attack and given a 12-year jail term, was released in February this year. Mr McCauley suffered multiple injuries, including a brain haemorrhage and a fractured skull, when he and two friends were beaten by a gang of youths. He also had two heart attacks on the way to Altnagelvin Hospital. In 2014 PSNI Chief Constable George Hamilton apologised to the McCauley family for not bringing more people to justice for the attack.

Summary: Londonderry man Paul McCauley, who was left in a vegetative state after a sectarian attack in 2006, has died.


Hojbjerg, 20, was on loan at Schalke last season but his first-team chances at Bayern were reduced by the signing of Portugal's Renato Sanches. Hojbjerg is the Premier League club's second signing of the summer after winger Nathan Redmond from Norwich. "They have put trust in me. I want to show them they are not wrong," he said. After signing a five-year deal at St Mary's, he added: "When I heard Southampton came in for me I said to my people that this is what I want to do. "I can see myself at Southampton as it's the way I like to think, the way I like to play and it fits me really well."

Summary: Southampton have signed Denmark midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg from German champions Bayern Munich for a reported fee of £12.8m.


In the biggest event so far in the Easter Rising commemorative programme, school pupils are raising the Irish flag and reading the proclamation. Some pupils have written new proclamations, setting out their visions and ideals for the future. The event is the culmination of months of work by pupils and teachers. Almost every school child in the country will be a participant, having played a part in drawing up their school's proclamation for a new generation. School principals have said the initiative has captured the imagination of students in a way they did not expect, with many pupils addressing topical issues such as homelessness in the new proclamations. As well as the raising of the flag and the reading of proclamations, schools have developed their own individual programmes for the day, with poetry, music and pageantry.

Summary: Schools and colleges across the Republic of Ireland are holding ceremonies to mark the 1916 Proclamation of Independence.


Barry Davis Ryan disappeared along with his father, also named Barry, and his girlfriend, Niamh O'Connor, in Baltimore, County Cork. Mr Ryan Sr, 51, and Ms O'Connor both drowned and their bodies were found on the day of the incident. It is understood all three were part of a group walking close to the harbour when one of them fell into the sea. Two others then went into the water to try to rescue the first person, but all three got into difficulties. The body found on Friday will be taken to Cork University Hospital where a post-mortem examination will be carried out. Official confirmation on the identity of the body is expected over the coming hours.

Summary: A body has been recovered in the search for a man who went missing off the Irish coast on 30 June.