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The 27-year-old was offered a new deal with Dover after the end of the 2016-17 season but has turned it down. He joins former Dover team-mates Moses Emmanuel and Ross Lafayette in joining the U's at the end of the campaign. Thomas had a spell on loan with Dover in 2015-16 before joining them from Woking in August 2016 and made 73 appearances for the club. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page.
"Bup stop" was painted in large yellow lettering after a worn road surface was repaired. The mistake was made as part of work expected to last up to four weeks in the Old Market area of the city centre. The howler prompted mocking tweets, with Mark Gullick saying: "Thanks. I've been waiting at a bus stop. That will be why my bup hasn't turned up. Gah!" A Bristol City Council spokesman said: "It is not often we see our roadworks hitting the headlines worldwide, but we understand why this rare mistake has captured people's imaginations. "While it became something of a temporary tourist attraction, the contractor has now corrected the error at no cost to the local taxpayer."
Campaigning in the East of England, he said his party was committed to lowering immigration and ensuring the UK does not pay an EU "divorce bill". But he denied UKIP was a single-issue party, saying it wanted to slash foreign aid and instead invest more money in the NHS. He predicted there would be "a number of places" where UKIP will win seats. He told the BBC: "If you want to go out and ensure you vote for a party that wants real Brexit, I mean a Brexit whereby we reduce immigration, where we don't pay a divorce bill... don't vote Tory - vote for the real deal, which is UKIP. "We'll tell it how it is and we've still got to be the guard dogs of Brexit." He added: "We're the only party who's come out and said the real cancer in our society, the real problem we've got is Islamic fundamentalism." It follows a speech on Tuesday in which he called for tougher measures to boost security. He proposed that mosques preaching "extreme forms of Islam" should be "shut down" and full face veils worn by some Muslim women should be banned. He also advocated internment of suspected jihadis and routinely arming the police. Mr Nuttall, who began the day meeting voters in Great Yarmouth, before heading south to UKIP target seats in Essex, is also calling for more police, border guards and prison officers. Mr Nuttall has predicted his party will win seats on Thursday, despite opinion polls suggesting its vote will fall overall. He said he thought the polls were wrong and "in a number of places we'll get over the line".
Media playback is not supported on this device The visitors lived up to their pre-match promise to take the game to the only team left in the competition with the chance to take the Slam. But Warren Gatland's side were equal to the challenge, holding their nerve under the pressure of great Welsh expectations, to deliver victory in arguably their best season since the game went professional in 1995. A minute's silence before kick-off paid tribute to former Wales and Lions number eight Mervyn Davies, who died on Thursday. Davies had captained Wales for their 1976 Grand Slam. Wales said Davies' achievements had given them extra motivation, but it was France who went ahead first through a Dimitri Yachvili penalty. Giant wing Alex Cuthbert sliced through for a converted try to put Wales in front and two penalties from Leigh Halfpenny to one from Lionel Beauxis made it 13-6 to the hosts after an hour. These boys can be regarded as being as successful as the 1970s side - three Grand Slams since 2005 is fantastic. I think there was a mental and physical turning point in the World Cup and they have built on it Yachvili cut the gap to four points but Halfpenny's third penalty, with five minutes to go, saw Wales to their 11th Grand Slam in all. France's defence was outstanding throughout with skipper Thierry Dusautoir again leading it by fearless example and Philippe Saint-Andre's side were also far more capable with ball in hand than they had been in defeat by England in the previous round. But Wales were the better side and Dan Lydiate was the man of the match as he countered Dusautoir's defensive efforts. Wales enjoyed the early momentum, prompting the home crowd to burst prematurely into song in anticipation of what they expected to follow. But Jonathan Davies was twice thwarted on the left and Halfpenny saw a well-placed up-and-under come to nothing. Scrum-half Mike Phillips was then penalised near halfway, giving France their first attacking platform. Media playback is not supported on this device Julien Bonnaire set up the drive and after Wales were penalised Yachvili kicked the opening points. Both sides saw promising attacks falter because of their own indiscipline at the breakdown. Fly-half Rhys Priestland's first penalty attempt also rebounded off an upright while Halfpenny received treatment for a knock. But Wales lock Alun Wyn Jones executed a superb steal on the floor from Dusautoir and when the ball went right, Cuthbert cut past Bonnaire 30m out before bursting clear for the opening try after 22 minutes. Halfpenny added the conversion and after centre Davies's ball-freeing tackle on Florian Fritz, the full-back landed the penalty that resulted from the panic in the visiting defence. Full Six Nations table The up-and-unders were coming thick and fast from both teams amid the test of nerves. Overall, however, Wales won the tactical battle in the opening period with greater possession and greater territorial gains. A Jamie Roberts chip and chase created
Canon Joanna Penberthy said she is "immensely humbled" to become the 129th Bishop of St Davids in Pembrokeshire. An electoral college of 47 people from across Wales spent two days locked in St Davids Cathedral before coming to their decision. Canon Penberthy, 56, who was appointed the cathedral's first woman canon in 2007, will take over the role from the retiring Wyn Evans. The decision to allow women bishops was made following a landmark vote in September 2013. The Archbishop of Wales, Dr Barry Morgan, called it "an historic moment" for the church. "What is really important to stress is that Joanna wasn't elected because she was a woman but because she was deemed to be the best person to be a bishop," he said. "She has considerable gifts - she is an excellent preacher and communicator, can relate to all sections of the community, is a warm, charismatic, caring priest and someone who is full of joy." Women bishops are also allowed in Scotland, Northern Ireland and England, where plans were formally approved in November 2014. The first woman in England the Right Reverend Libby Lane, was made Bishop of Stockport in January 2015. St Davids' new bishop was educated at Newnham College, Cambridge and St John's College, Nottingham, she undertook ordination training at Cranmer Hall, Durham, in 1983. Canon Penberthy was then a Deaconess in the city, before working in the role in Cardiff between 1985 and 1989. She also served as a non-stipendiary minister in Cardiff, St Asaph and St Davids, between 1987 and 1995. In February 2007, while vicar of Cynwyl Gaeo, Llansawel and Talley, she became the first woman appointed canon at St Davids Cathedral, a role she remained in until 2010. She is currently the rector of the parish of Glan Ithon, near Llandrindod Wells, Powys.
An international coalition has been conducting air strikes in Iraq and Syria since last August. The first breakdown of US costs, released by the Pentagon, show that two-thirds of the total bill has gone to the Air Force. It came as Congress rejected legislation banning further spending. The US House of Representative approved a $579bn defence spending bill. It rejected an amendment calling for a stop to cash going on the fight against IS unless Congress passed a new authorisation for the use of force. The cost of the US military operation has risen sharply since it began last August in Iraq. This week, the White House announced another 450 advisers for Iraq, bringing the total military personnel to 3,500. But officials emphasise there are no combat troops and the US mission is to train local forces to do the fighting. On Thursday, the top general in the US said the country's intervention in Iraq could extend further. General Martin Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said the role of calling in air strikes, which would put troops nearer the front lines, remained a future option. And he raised the possibility of establishing a network of US training hubs in northern Iraq.
The Edinburgh club had been in administration since last June with debts close to £30m. They started the season with a 15-point penalty and will play in the Championship next term after being relegated from the Premiership. When we do hand the club over to the fans in a few years' time, it will be in the best possible shape "We kept going and it's wonderful that we're here, eventually," said the club's new owner Ann Budge. "There have been many days when I thought there were just too many challenges facing us but we didn't lose hope. "We want to get a really strong management team in place - I don't just mean on the field, off the field as well - and basically ensure that this club never has to go through this again. "When we do hand the club over to the fans in a few years' time, it will be in the best possible shape." Budge agreed a deal with creditors to buy Hearts and quickly set about restructuring the club with Craig Levein brought in as director of football and Robbie Neilson joining as head coach. Gary Locke, who had been manager during the administration process, left the club at the end of his contract. The move out of administration means the ban on the registration of players imposed by the league last year will be lifted and Hearts will now be allowed to make signings. The Tynecastle club entered administration in June 2013 with debts close to £30m, with most of the money owed to businesses in Lithuania who themselves would undergo insolvency procedures. "It certainly has been a long year but, with hindsight, it's been a great outcome," said administrator Bryan Jackson. "For that I'm very grateful, happy and very relieved." Jackson has successfully taken seven clubs, including several in Scotland, out of administration. And, asked if saving Hearts had been his toughest task, he replied: "Of course it has because I say that about all of them. "I think genuinely this one has been. It was always going to be a tough one when you saw what we inherited from day one. "With some of the external factors, some of the third parties that were involved as well, it made it very difficult for us. New obstacles kept popping up all over the place. As we solved one, there was another one. "So, I would say in the end it was the most difficult one and there were certainly times when I really didn't think we were going to make it this time. "We were close to running out of money on a couple of occasions. We managed to sell a couple of players to keep us going. "Just about everything that came in was crucial. The fans' donations were crucial as well. It was fantastic the donations we received and the support we received from them "The income in the last few games was very important to us and I'm very
Chameera, 24, who took three wickets as Sri Lanka lost the opening Test by an innings and 88 runs, could be out of action for up to four months. Sri Lanka are also missing seamer Dhammika Prasad with a shoulder injury. The second Test starts on Friday. Wicketkeeper-batsman Kusal Perera has already been added to the Sri Lanka squad in place of Prasad, who may miss the remainder of the three-Test series and the five limited-over internationals and Twenty20 match to follow. A statement from Sri Lanka Cricket said electors will meet in the next 24 hours to pick a replacement for Chameera, who could be out for up to four months.
The holders' title hopes were already over after a draw against Wales and defeats by France and England. But the Irish bounced back to crush a poor Italian side with a display of running rugby. "It was great to get the win on the board and to do it with a little bit of room to spare," said the Ireland coach. "We were probably afforded a bit more space than we had in recent weeks and that allowed us to open the game up." Media playback is not supported on this device Ireland's enterprising display was best exemplified by Jamie Heaslip's try just before the break after a delightful sweeping move, with Simon Zebo, Jared Payne, Johnny Sexton, Andrew Trimble and Fergus McFadden all involved. "It's great to see that when you're afford the opportunity to play like that," said Schmidt of the Heaslip score, which extended Ireland's half-time lead to 25-3. "That's exactly how you want to play. We've been squeezed for time and space by the teams we've faced so far and no doubt Scotland will squeeze us next week. "We'll try to deliver the very best we can next week. And hopefully it will contain a little bit of open rugby, as there was today - and even as there was in the second half against England and the last time we were here against Wales. "Today showed we haven't been that far away in the last few games and when the pressure valve broke, it was great to see some good scores coming out." Skipper Rory Best said the Irish had cut out "a lot of the silly things we have been doing to date in the Championship". "From the off, you could see the intensity and pace that we wanted to play at," said the Ulsterman. "We know it's all about doing the simple things well. There's no secret to it. "We just were better at keeping the ball and clearing the rucks and, ultimately, we were better in their 22, which is something we've been working hard at." A downcast Italy captain Sergio Parisse described his team's display as "terrible" after their fourth straight defeat in this year's Championship. "The score is really, really hard but we deserved this score," said the number eight. "We played a really, really poor match. Ireland played at a good level. We let them play with a lot of speed and that's hard to defend against." The Italians now face the difficult task of attempting to regroup for a trip to Cardiff next Saturday as the wooden spoon looms. "At this level, we have a lot of things to do to become competitive," acknowledged the Stade Francais star.
Tara O'Reilly, from Llanelli, has been trying to raise money to send Jackie Baker to euthanasia unit Dignitas. She said her 59-year-old mother's condition has deteriorated rapidly and she had begged her children to make sure she dies with dignity. But Mrs O'Reilly said police warned her that she could face prosecution. Under current UK law, a person encouraging or assisting a suicide or suicide attempt could face up to 14 years in prison, if a decision was taken to prosecute. Mrs O'Reilly, 40, said: "I've been forced to cancel the night. I don't know what I'm going to do or how I will raise the money. "The law needs to change. It is inhumane that people should have to suffer in the way that my mother may have to now. "I'm so upset - the thought of seeing my mum die without her dignity makes me feel sick." The decision by Mrs O'Reilly and her sister Rose Baker to arrange an £8,000 fundraising evening with a drag artist and playboy waiters has led to front-page stories in national and international newspapers. Mrs O'Reilly said she was aware of the possible risks - but did not anticipate her mother's story would gain global press attention. She added the threat of being arrested or even jailed while her mother continued to worsen placed her in a very difficult position. Dyfed-Powys Police said it was "an extremely sensitive and emotive issue" which the force has "carefully considered" as a result of a complaint received. A spokesperson added: "All parties concerned have been spoken to and support and advice provided." On Wednesday, Ms O'Reilly told BBC Wales the family had thought long and hard about their mother's wishes. "My mother spoke to me and my sister about it and she said if it gets worse, which it has, she wanted to go to Switzerland," she said. "We were distraught, because it's unthinkable. "But as the months have gone, and we've seen how much she has deteriorated, unable to feed herself, dress herself. "It's cruel. You wouldn't let your cat or dog suffer, you'd take them to the vets. It's kind. "This is not kind. Having to wipe your mother's mouth, feed her and give her drinks through a straw."
It could bring an end to eight months of uncertainty for thousands of workers who faced losing their jobs when Tata's UK business was put up for sale. Tata held talks with unions on Wednesday and said it was "an important step forward" for its future in the UK. But workers still have to agree to pensions changes and will be balloted. Almost 7,000 people are employed by Tata Steel across Wales, including more than 4,000 in Port Talbot. A number of "significant" measures include: Steel worker Gary Keogh said: "In March we were told we were being sold off and not wanted in the family but now we're a bit more positive. "It's very complex the pensions issue, every individual has to decide how it works out for them. It's different for everyone financially." Speaking after meeting with union representatives, Roy Rickhuss of Community Union said: "The past year has been incredibly difficult for steelworkers and their families. "When Tata announced in March that they planned to sell the steelworks, no one knew if they would have a job by Christmas. "This proposal would secure jobs for years to come and bring serious investment not just to Port Talbot but to steelworks across the UK. "Reaching this stage of the process is a credit to the hard work of our members who never gave up the fight to 'Save Our Steel' - it was their jobs on the line and it has been their campaign that has brought Tata to this position." But he added the pension proposal was "a serious concern" with union representatives agreeing to ballot all members on the proposal in the new year. Analysis by Sarah Dickins, BBC Wales economics correspondent Tata's workforce may well have fallen to 6,300 in Wales but it is calculated to inject about £200m a year in wages alone. On top of that there are thousands of other jobs dependent on the steel company and a supply chain estimated to be worth £3.3bn a year to Wales. Economists say Tata brings "heft" and with the sort of jobs which are very hard to find elsewhere. Unite's national officer Tony Brady described the move as "a step in the right direction for our industry" but warned there was "still a lot more that government can and must do". "The commitments made today by our reps must now be followed by a commitment from the government that they will hold Tata to their word and ensure jobs are protected," he said. Dave Hulse, GMB's national officer, added the unions would "continue to fight for a level playing field for our industry; for action on energy costs, on business rates, and on the dumping of foreign steel". Tata Steel confirmed the measures would "would structurally reduce risks and help secure a more sustainable future for its UK business". Koushik Chatterjee, group executive director Tata Steel and executive director for its European business, said: "There is much more work to be done to make
Brisbane's Courier-Mail, said dozens of photos were taken without knowledge or consent and that other images were stolen from customer phones. Apple confirmed an inquiry and said "several" jobs had been terminated. But it said its inquiry had so far not shown that any photos had been stolen. No-one had been photographed without consent, the inquiry had indicated. The photos - including more than 100 close-up and intimate images according to the Courier-Mail - were said to have been shared and the women's bodies then rated. The newspaper said the possible privacy breach came to light after a fellow employee noticed a store technician looking through a customer's phone in the repair room. One staff member told the newspaper they were concerned the same thing was happening in other Australian Apple stores, including in Sydney. Apple said the allegations, if true, would constitute a violation of the company's business conduct policy. "Apple believe in treating everyone equally and with respect, and we do not ­tolerate behaviour that goes against our values," it said in a statement. "We have met with our store team to let them know about the investigation and inform them about the steps Apple is taking to protect their privacy." The Australian Privacy Commissioner is also looking into the alleged privacy breach. "We are aware of the reports and will be making enquiries with Apple to seek further information," said commissioner Timothy Pilgrim. "This is an important reminder that all organisations that collect and manage personal information need to embed a culture of privacy and ensure employees understand their responsibilities."
Yn eu plith mae David Duckenfield, cyn-brif uwch-arolygydd fydd yn wynebu cyhuddiad o ddynladdiad 95 o bobl drwy esgeulustod difrifol. Bu farw 96 o bobl o ganlyniad i'r trychineb, ond ni fydd modd dod ag achos yn enw un ohonynt - Tony Bland - oherwydd rhesymau cyfreithiol gan iddo ef farw pedair blynedd ar ôl y digwyddiad. Fe ddigwyddodd y trychineb mewn gêm bêl-droed rhwng Lerpwl a Nottingham Forest yn Stadiwm Hillsborough yn Sheffield. Y llynedd daeth cwest i farwolaethau'r cefnogwyr i'r casgliad eu bod wedi'u lladd yn anghyfreithlon. Roedd dau Gymro ymysg y meirw, John McBrien o Dreffynnon a David Brown, oedd yn cael ei adnabod fel Steve Brown, o Holt, ger Wrecsam. Ar ôl y cyhoeddiad gan Gwasaneth Erlyn y Goron, dywedodd Joan Hope, mam John McBrien, ei bod hi yn siomedig na fydd mwy o bobl yn cael eu herlyn. Roedd wedi bod yn aros am gyfiawnder am 28 mlynedd, meddai, a bod hynny wedi cael effaith ofnadwy ar y teulu. "Dwi'n meddwl am John bob diwrnod o fy mywyd. "Rwyf wedi rhoi'r gorau i geisio cyfiawnder, bydd yn rhaid i mi dderbyn anghyfiawnder." Ond dywedodd gweddw Steven Brown ei bod hi'n bles gyda'r penderfyniad i erlyn, gan ychwanegu ei fod wedi cymryd amser hir. "Hwn oedd y penderfyniad roedd y teuluoedd eisiau oherwydd mae'r mater wedi ei basio o un lle i'r llall, i fod yn onest doeddwn ddim yn credu y byddwn yn cael penderfyniad o'r fath." Cyn i Wasanaeth Erlyn y Goron allu gosod cyhuddiadau yn erbyn Mr Duckenfield, y plismon oedd yn gyfrifol am reoli trefniadau ar ddiwrnod y gêm, bydd yn rhaid gwneud cais i'r Uchel Lys i godi gwaharddiad llys. Cafodd y gwaharddiad ei osod ar ôl erlyniad preifat yn erbyn y cyn-blismon yn 1999. Yn ogystal â Mr Duckenfield fe fydd y cyn-Brif Gwnstabl, Sir Norman Bettison, yn wynebu pedwar cyhuddiad o gamymddygiad mewn swydd gyhoeddus, cyhuddiadau yn ymwneud â honiadau iddo ddweud celwyddau ynglŷn â chefnogwyr. Bydd Graham Mackrell, cyn-ysgrifennydd Sheffield Wednesday, yn wynebu cyhuddiad o dorri rheolau Iechyd a Diogelwch. Mae Peter Metcalf, cyfreithiwr oedd yn cynrychioli Heddlu De Sir Efrog, yn wynebu cyhuddiadau o wyrdroi cwrs cyfiawnder yn ymwneud â newid tystiolaeth llygad-dystion. Mae Donald Denton, cyn-brif uwch-arolygydd, ac Alan Foster, cyn-brif dditectif wedi eu cyhuddo o wyrdroi cwrs cyfiawnder. Fe fydd y diffynyddion, ac eithrio Mr Duckenfield, yn ymddangos ger Ynadon Warrington ar 9 Awst. Cafodd teuluoedd y rhai a fu farw yn Hillsborough wybod am y camau diweddaraf mewn cyfarfod preifat gyda Gwasanaeth Erlyn y Goron fore Mercher.
The visitors finished on 169-5 after their 20 overs with Nizakat Khan's 62 and 49 from Babar Hyatt the pick of their innings. Ireland lost captain William Porterfield in the second over, putting the home side on the back foot. Greg Thompson's 44 and Kevin O'Brien's 32 led Ireland's batting effort, but they ultimately fell well short. Ireland closed on 129 all out, with Porterfield's men needing a much-improved display when the teams meet again on Tuesday. The Irish defeated Hong Kong in the Intercontinental Cup match at Stormont last week. There was better news for Ireland's Women, who beat Bangladesh by six runs in a rain-reduced, 10-over game. Clare Shillington was Ireland's top scorer with 26, as she led the home side to 54-8, while Bangladesh could only reach 48-6.
The Proteas, chasing 492, lost three wickets for five runs in eight balls but recovered to close on 117-4. It could have been better for England had opener Dean Elgar, unbeaten on 72, not been dropped by Keaton Jennings. The hosts earlier moved from 74-1 to 313-8 declared, with Jonny Bairstow, Joe Root and debutant Tom Westley making half-centuries. It can be argued that Root, declaring for the first time as Test captain, was conservative in waiting until the stroke of tea to end England's second innings, but his side are still on course to take a 2-1 lead in the four-match series. South Africa would have to become only the fourth team to bat through the fifth day to save a Test after being four wickets down overnight. England were helped by favourable bowling conditions when they dismissed South Africa for 175 in the first innings. Here, they had to be even better in the south London sunshine. Elgar was reprieved at third slip by a diving Jennings off the bowling of James Anderson, but then watched from the other end as the Proteas crumbled. A flat-footed Heino Kuhn was bowled by one that nipped back from Stuart Broad and Hashim Amla was caught at second slip when trying to leave Toby Roland-Jones, the second time in the match he has fallen to the debutant. Ben Stokes then took over, first uprooting Quinton de Kock with a precision yorker and, next ball, Faf du Plessis offered no shot to be lbw, the same way he was dismissed in the first innings. At 52-4, there was a thought that England could win inside four days, but Elgar found a willing ally in Temba Bavuma in an unbeaten stand of 65 that lasted for an hour and a half. The crabby Elgar took a number of blows in between occasional drives and South Africa's unlikely hopes of saving the game rest mainly on him and the equally stoic Bavuma. Resuming on 74-1 in ideal batting conditions, England had the pleasurable task of moving to a position from which Root felt safe to declare. The hosts may have preferred under-pressure opener Jennings to make a telling contribution, only for the left-hander to fend Kagiso Rabada to gully after moving on from his overnight 34 to 48. England's morning progress was untroubled, if not rapid, with Root (50) scoring through the off side and Westley (59) bringing up his maiden half-century with a classy clip through his favoured mid-wicket region. Both fell trying to attack the left-arm spin of Keshav Maharaj and, when Dawid Malan was given lbw to Chris Morris on review, the rate was upped by Stokes and Bairstow. Stokes, who made 31, heaved paceman Morris over cow corner for six, but the real entertainment came from Bairstow, who raced to 63 from 58 balls. The highlights were a slog-sweep off Maharaj for six and a ramp over the slips off Rabada until he holed out to long-off to signal the
It has been described as a "new hope" for tackling the parasitic infections which affect millions of people in the poorest parts of the world. The discovery, reported in the journal Nature, was made by testing three million compounds. The new drug is now entering safety tests before human trials. The three diseases are all caused by similar parasites, leading scientists to believe one therapy might be useful against the trio. Combined, the three parasites infect 20 million people and kill 50,000 each year, the research team said. While there are some drugs to treat the infections, they are expensive and toxic and often need to be given via an intravenous drip, making them impractical in poor regions. The researchers tested three million compounds, made by the pharmaceutical company Novartis, to find those that could kill multiple parasites in the laboratory. One was then used as the basis of thousands of modifications to make the original 20 times more potent. Tests then showed the upgrade - codenamed GNF6702 - could treat Trypanosoma brucei, Trypansosoma cruzi and Leishmania infections in mice. Dr Elmarie Myburgh, one of the researchers based at the University of York, told the BBC News website: "What makes it special is the fact it is targeting all three parasites. That's the first time it has been done, so it is quite special. "To me this is obviously a big deal, I'm in this field to try and make a difference, to get to a cure, and we're working hard in the hope that it gets to patients. "There's been very little incentive to spend a lot of money on these diseases as they affect a very poor, and yet large, population." Further refinements to the compound are taking place as the researchers ensure it is safe before starting human trials. The drug works by attacking the parasites' proteasomes. The structures recycle waste proteins in the parasite. But crucially the chemical does not affect similar processes in mammalian cells. Richard Glynne, from the Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation, told the BBC that attacking the proteasome was "not by design, more by serendipity". It had been thought the proteasome was too similar across all species to develop a drug that would not be toxic to the patient. However, he said there may ultimately need to be three separate drugs: "It may be a single drug for all three diseases may not be the best strategy. "The biology of the diseases is different. For example in sleeping sickness the parasite is in the brain, so you need a drug that gets into the brain, so there are tweaks that may be required." Dr Stephen Caddick, the director of innovation at the Wellcome Trust research charity which helped fund the study, told the BBC News website: "These are pretty nasty, highly prevalent parasites and affect people living in the most poverty-stricken parts of world. We need to make more progress. "We continually face challenges getting medicines to those people and
It is not clear whether the CIA was hacked or whether a mole helped the Chinese to identify the agents, officials told the paper. They said one of the informants was shot in the courtyard of a government building as a warning to others. The CIA did not comment on the report. Four former CIA officials spoke to the paper, telling it that information from sources deep inside the Chinese government bureaucracy started to dry up in 2010. Informants began to disappear in early 2011. The CIA and FBI teamed up to investigate the events in an operation one source said was codenamed Honey Badger. The paper said this investigation had centred on one former CIA operative but there was not enough evidence to arrest him. He now lives in another Asian country. Matt Apuzzo, a New York Times journalist who worked on the story, told the BBC: "One of the really troubling things about this is that we still don't know what happened. "There's a divide within the American government over whether there was a mole inside the CIA or whether this was a tradecraft problem, that the CIA agents got sloppy and got discovered, or whether the Chinese managed to hack communications." The disappearance of so many spies damaged a network it had taken years to build up, the paper reports, and hampered operations for years afterwards, even prompting questions from within the Obama administration as to why intelligence had slowed. Officials said it was one of the worst security breaches of recent years. By 2013, the Chinese government seemed to have lost its ability to identify US agents and the CIA moved back to trying to rebuild its network. Mr Apuzzo continued: "For many years China and the US have been locked in this spy battle that's been going on behind the scenes. While doing this story we uncovered that Chinese intelligence have been able to infiltrate an NSA outpost in Taiwan. It goes back and forth." The story was published during a temporary vacuum at the top of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The Trump administration has named Terry Branstad, who is the governor of Iowa, as its ambassador to China but he has not yet moved to Beijing. Cui Tiankai, China's ambassador to the US, has not commented, but in a recent press release, he mentioned "the current positive momentum that the China-US relationship enjoys".
Civil engineering contractor Gwynfor Griffiths, 59, from Llansannan, has volunteered to help with rebuilding schools over the next four weeks. Thousands died and thousands more were injured in a 7.8-magnitude earthquake which hit Nepal's capital Kathmandu and its surrounding areas. His trip begins on Christmas Day. "I wanted to do something worthwhile," he said. "The situation is improving but there is still a lot of work there."
Ellis, who played Bert Lynch in the 1960s police drama, died three years ago aged 82. The footbridge bearing his name was unveiled as the latest part of the £40m Connswater Community Greenway project. An estimated 500 people attended the ceremony, during which a family-owned recording of Ellis singing the Z Cars theme tune was played to the crowd. His widow Robina and son Toto were among those who watched the Lord Mayor of Belfast, Brian Kingston, perform the official opening. Mrs Ellis said: "Jimmy wore his fame lightly and humbly and would not have imagined this particular tribute possible, and so near to the end of the road where his family lived for 60 years." She added: "Jimmy remained fiercely proud of his roots for his whole life and, had he lived to see this, he would want to make sure that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy this wonderful place." Connswater Community Greenway project manager, Wendy Langham, said Wednesday was an "emotional day" for the family as the ceremony was held on the third anniversary of the actor's death. Ms Langham told BBC News NI there were "tears of happiness and sadness" as the bridge opened to the public for the first time, and said the family were touched by the numbers of people who turned up. As well as Z Cars, Ellis, won acclaim for his role in BBC Northern Ireland's series of "Billy" plays, in which he starred alongside a young Kenneth Branagh. In 1959, Ellis was also the artistic director of a theatre production of Sam Thompson's 'Over the Bridge' - a controversial play which dealt with sectarianism in Belfast's shipyards. Ellis and Thompson, who were friends, faced considerable opposition as it was felt the language and themes in the script could lead to civil unrest. They succeeded against the odds, with none other than Laurence Olivier asking them to bring the play to London's West End. A dramatisation of their battle to put the play on stage - entitled Two Angry Men, is to be broadcast on BBC Two NI on Sunday. Declaring the bridge opened, Belfast's lord mayor said he was delighted to recognise "one of Belfast's finest actors, a man who challenged perceptions and brought people together through drama". Mr Kingston, a DUP councillor, added: "It is fitting that a bridge which provides a pathway to unite two sides of a river is named in his honour and that it will allow people to enjoy more of the east Belfast area of which he was so proud." Members of the public have been involved in the project to name several of the greenway's new bridges and pathways. In 2014, Ellis was lined up to help dedicate another greenway bridge to Sam Thompson, but died just weeks before the ceremony.
Sitcoms too do not appeal to black and Asian people as much as white viewers. "Members of minority ethnic groups do not identify themselves in many of our most-watched narratives," said David Graham, of TV analysts Attentional. Its research also found that minorities "have less to get excited about from mainstream channels" such as BBC One. Viewing preferences among different groups were deduced using viewing data from the first six months of 2016. The findings suggest black British viewers have a "modest preference" for Channel 5 and ITV Be - home to such shows as The Only Way is Essex and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Asian Britons are more likely to watch Sky Sports 2 due to its cricket coverage, while white European viewers tend to favour BBC Four and Film 4. Factual dramas, football, cookery shows and US films are most likely to appeal to all audiences, the data suggests. Overall, said Mr Graham, the research showed that "our broadcasting system seems to offer the range needed for different groups to explore their own special interests and cultures". The findings are outlined in a short film posted this week on YouTube. Follow us on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts, on Instagram at bbcnewsents, or if you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk.
Media playback is not supported on this device Arkadiusz Milik had a shot saved and Robert Lewandowski sent an effort over as Poland missed two early chances. Ukraine, who were already out, went close when Andriy Yarmolenko shot wide. Jakub Blaszczykowski curled in a left-foot shot for the winner after 54 minutes and Poland will now play Switzerland in the last 16 on Saturday. However, Bartosz Kapustka will miss the match in Saint-Etienne after picking up his second yellow card of the tournament. Relive Ukraine v Poland Media playback is not supported on this device A win by a bigger margin could have seen Poland leapfrog Germany, who beat Northern Ireland, to top the group but they rarely looked like adding to their lead. And while they will celebrate their progress, they will also have concerns over the form of striker Lewandowski. He scored 42 goals for Bayern Munich in 2015-16 and was the top scorer in Euro 2016 qualifying with 13 goals. The 27-year-old was rightly regarded as Poland's key man for the tournament, but has not had a shot on target in his three games so far - and is without a goal or assist in 523 minutes of European Championship finals action since a scoring against Greece at Euro 2012. Lewandowski should have ended that run early on when he was found by a right-wing cross only to sidefoot wide from eight yards, while he also produced some clever footwork before scuffing a shot wide. His strike partner Milik did not fare much better, having an early shot saved when through on goal, and he also headed wide later on when he stole in at the near post. "It will only be a matter of time before Lewandowski and Milik start to score," said Match of the Day pundit Mark Lawrenson. "I don't think you would want to play against them." Ukraine were the first side to be eliminated from Euro 2016 and, with the pressure off as they played for pride, they performed with a bit more freedom, enjoying 66.5% of possession. Olexandr Zinchenko, 19, is Ukraine's youngest goalscorer and the midfielder showed glimpses of why he is regarded as one of his country's stars of the future. He produced a delightful ball to release Roman Zozulya, whose shot was blocked by Michal Pazdan, and came close to scoring when he headed over from close range. However, by failing to score his team depart as the first team to go five matches without a goal at European Championship finals. Ukraine captain Ruslan Rotan: "The result was negative. There are a bunch of reasons for this. We could talk about the atmosphere in the team, but I can only say that it was positive - the players found common ground and had a good time together. "The biggest thing, that we need to work on is our psychological level. Maybe we don't have the right mentality." Poland coach Adam Nawalka: "That Lewandowski hasn't scored yet is not
Mr Bale failed to get re-elected as Labour leader - and thereby council leader - a week ago with the vote tied. But on Monday he was re-elected despite a challenge by councillor Lynda Thorne. Mr Bale told BBC Wales he was "happy with the result" and "excited about the city's future". Opposition councillors have previously called for him to resign and several people within his own party felt he should have stepped down. The Llanishen councillor survived a vote of no confidence in March after he struggled to pass his budget.
Billericay will host the tie, which takes place on Saturday, 2 September, kick-off at 12:30 BST. Billericay signed former Liverpool player Jermaine Pennant earlier in August, while ex-England defender Paul Konchesky is their captain. A game from every stage of the 2017-18 tournament will be streamed live across BBC Sport's digital platforms. This will allow audiences to watch the game live on their PC, mobile or connected TV. Matches will also be available live and on demand on BBC iPlayer. Match of the Day commentator Conor McNamara and former Charlton and Huddersfield boss Chris Powell will talk through the action from Billericay. Messages can be sent to the commentary team using #bbcfacup during the game and they will aim to respond to as many of them as they can. Billericay play in the Isthmian League Premier Division - the seventh tier of English football - and their side also includes former Premier League players Jamie O'Hara and Kevin Foley. Didcot Town play in the eighth-tier Southern League Division One South & West. Broadcast of the fixture is subject to a satisfactory technical survey.
Winger Piero Mingoia marked his own debut with Cambridge's goal, stabbing Blair Adams' low cross from the left into the roof of the net after 61 minutes after a quick move that also involved Luke Berry and Harrison Dunk. Barnet struck back 15 minutes from time, Nicholls cutting inside and firing a fine finish beyond Will Norris after fellow substitute Jean-Louis Akpa Akpro's pass. In the first half Dunk prodded over after Max Clark's corner fell to him and Joe Pigott blazed over after being fed by James Dunne. Luke Berry powered a free-kick narrowly over, while just before scoring Mingoia hit a swerving effort that also went over. Barnet's best chances before their goal came through full back Elliott Johnson, whose effort was swept off the line by Tom Dallison, while Leon Legge's fine block denied Akpa Akpro. Report supplied by the Press Association. Match ends, Cambridge United 1, Barnet 1. Second Half ends, Cambridge United 1, Barnet 1. Attempt missed. Alex Nicholls (Barnet) right footed shot from the right side of the box is close, but misses to the left. Attempt saved. Jean-Louis Akpa-Akpro (Barnet) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Corner, Barnet. Conceded by Leon Legge. Luke Berry (Cambridge United) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Foul by Bira Dembélé (Barnet). Substitution, Cambridge United. George Maris replaces James Dunne. Attempt missed. Medy Elito (Cambridge United) right footed shot from outside the box is high and wide to the left. Foul by James Dunne (Cambridge United). Jamal Campbell-Ryce (Barnet) wins a free kick on the left wing. Attempt saved. Ryan Watson (Barnet) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Attempt blocked. Ryan Watson (Barnet) right footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Corner, Barnet. Conceded by James Dunne. Corner, Cambridge United. Conceded by Bira Dembélé. Attempt blocked. Alex Nicholls (Barnet) header from the centre of the box is blocked. Corner, Barnet. Conceded by Piero Mingoia. Goal! Cambridge United 1, Barnet 1. Alex Nicholls (Barnet) left footed shot from the centre of the box to the top left corner. Assisted by Jean-Louis Akpa-Akpro. Substitution, Barnet. Jamal Campbell-Ryce replaces Michael Gash. Substitution, Cambridge United. Medy Elito replaces Harrison Dunk because of an injury. Attempt missed. Bira Dembélé (Barnet) right footed shot from the centre of the box is close, but misses to the left. Attempt blocked. Jean-Louis Akpa-Akpro (Barnet) right footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. Corner, Barnet. Conceded by Blair Adams. Sam Togwell (Barnet) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul. Harrison Dunk (Cambridge United) wins a free kick in the attacking half. Foul by Sam Togwell (Barnet). Attempt missed. James Dunne (Cambridge United) right footed shot from outside the box is high and wide to the right. Substitution, Barnet. Alex Nicholls replaces Harry Taylor. Substitution, Barnet. Jean-Louis Akpa-Akpro replaces Luke Gambin. Corner, Cambridge United. Conceded by Sam Togwell. Goal! Cambridge United 1,
Media playback is unsupported on your device 1 June 2015 Last updated at 21:02 BST Micro-brewery entrepreneur Bryan Do and iWedding founder Kim Tae-wook explain why they took the plunge and the challenges that they've faced. Can firms like these really compete with the multinational giants?
Senior arresting officer PC Andrew Birks, who was involved in the detention of Sean Rigg in 2008 in south London, was set to quit on Sunday. It comes after the police watchdog urged the Met to stop the resignation. The Met said PC Birks had been suspended "in the interests of allowing a full reinvestigation". Sean Rigg, 40, who had schizophrenia, died at Brixton police station in August 2008 after being restrained following an attack on a man in Balham. He died from cardiac arrest. Following the force's U-turn, Mr Rigg's sister Marcia said: "The Rigg family is relieved that the commissioner has seen sense to suspend PC Birks and reverse his resignation, so that he can face disciplinary investigations, and possible gross misconduct charges depending on what is found." IPCC commissioner Mary Cunneen said: "Our investigation is progressing and we continue to seek to serve a notice of investigation on the officer, and are making arrangements to serve notices on other officers involved in the arrest, restraint and detention of Mr Rigg." When the officer's resignation was initially accepted, Mr Rigg's family said they were "livid" and said would take legal action if he was allowed to quit. The Met said it had reconsidered its position after being informed by the Independent Police Complaints Commission that it wanted to serve a notice of investigation on the officer. In a statement the force said: "This is a unique set of circumstances. In light of the public interest in this case, the need for public confidence in the accountability of police officers and in the interests of allowing a full reinvestigation to be most effectively carried out, the MPS has now suspended the officer. "Following the suspension of the officer the MPS has reconsidered his resignation request and the Deputy Commissioner has decided to rescind his resignation. "The officer has given assurances, via his legal representative, that he would fully cooperate with any new investigation by the IPCC." Marcia Rigg added: "Our family now calls on the government to change the law so that other families do not have to threaten court action to stop officers resigning to avoid being held to account."
The left-hander has scored three centuries in 17 Test appearances and averages 41.39 in first-class cricket. The 23-year-old has also played 38 one-day internationals and 12 Twenty20 internationals for the Black Caps, but did not make their World T20 squad. "Playing county cricket has always been a goal of mine," Latham told the club website. "I've heard great things about the playing group and coaching staff, so I can't wait to get started." Latham, who made his Test debut against India in February 2014, is due to join the Kent squad before they start the County Championship Division Two campaign at Worcestershire on Sunday, 10 April. South Africa fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has agreed to join Kent for a stint in June and July.
The BBC understands Ofsted's findings were so damning that the acting head of Al-Madinah, in Derby, had little choice but to shut it down immediately. The school said the move was due to a "health and safety issue" but expected it to reopen in the "very near future". Ofsted said it could not disclose its concerns until the inspection ended. It added it had "made some findings and shared them with the principal". The second day of the inspection is taking place later. In a statement on the school's website titled "short term closure", interim principal Stuart Wilson said: "Owing to a health and safety issue, I have taken the decision to close the school... until I am confident that all children are safe on site. Free schools are "free" in as much as they are not bound or funded by local authorities. Instead, they receive their funds directly from central government and have increased autonomy over the curriculum they follow, teachers' pay and conditions and the length of school terms and days. However, they are not free to do whatever they wish and must follow statutory and recommended procedures, much like any other maintained school. For example, all schools must have a child protection policy and all teachers and other adults who have contact with pupils must have an enhanced criminal records check. Free schools are inspected by watchdog Ofsted and have a duty to enter pupils for public exams such as national curriculum tests (Sats) and GCSEs; they are held to account by pupils' results, again as maintained school are. In terms of admissions, free schools cannot select by ability, but can select up to 10% of pupils on aptitude for a specialism such as sport or art. Faith-based free schools must admit at least 50% of pupils "without reference to faith" when the school is oversubscribed. "As parents, you will be informed directly, and on the website, when you are able to send your children back to school... "Assuring you that we have your children's best interests at heart." In a series of newspaper reports unnamed former staff members of Al-Madinah, which opened as a free school in September last year, had alleged that girls were forced to sit at the back of the classroom. Unnamed female staff members have also claimed they were forced to conform to a strict dress code including wearing a head scarf or hijab - whether or not they were Muslim. When it opened Al-Madinah claimed to be the first Muslim ethos, all-through [reception, primary and secondary] free school in the country. The school's first head teacher, Andrew Cutts-Mckay, left the school after less than a year in the job. Last week, the interim principal told the BBC that he had not received any complaints from colleagues regarding the dress code and that pupils were not being segregated, with girls and boys being treated equally. Ofsted is not the only organisation with concerns about Al-Madinah. The Education Funding Agency - from which
Ms Munt said it was "with regret" she had quit, but she would not compromise on her opposition to fracking. The Wells MP defied the party whip to support a rebel amendment seeking a moratorium on shale gas extraction. She had initially said she would remain in her role despite breaching collective ministerial responsibility. However a spokesman for Mr Cable later confirmed that she had quit as his aide. Ms Munt said it was clear her views "cannot be reconciled with the government on this matter" and she would "continue to campaign vocally" against fracking. Mr Cable's spokesman said: "Both the secretary of state for business [Mr Cable] and the deputy prime minister [Nick Clegg] thank Tessa for the work she has done in government but understand her strength of feeling on this issue and have, therefore, accepted her resignation." The rebel amendment, which attracted cross-party support, was put forward during a debate on the government's Infrastructure Bill on Monday. The Commons Environmental Audit Committee had warned there were "huge uncertainties" about the environmental impact of the controversial shale gas extraction technique. However, MPs overwhelmingly defeated the bid to suspend fracking while an assessment is carried out, by 308 votes to 52 - although the government did agree to 13 new conditions, proposed by Labour, to be met before fracking can take place. These included the completion of an environmental assessment and the need to consult residents on an individual basis. A ban on drilling in national parks was another of the suggestions in the Environmental Audit Committee's report. Ms Munt said she backed the amendment "on principle". In her initial statement, she said she remained as an aide to Mr Cable, and would continue to campaign against fracking. A PPS would normally be expected to resign, or face the sack, for voting against the government, as it breaches collective ministerial responsibility. However, in a statement on Tuesday evening, the Wells MPs said: "I am unwilling to compromise and cannot change my opposition to fracking. "I will continue to campaign vocally against fracking and as result it is clear that my views cannot be reconciled with the government on this matter."
11 July 2016 Last updated at 07:10 BST But while there's a lot of excitement, some conservationists are concerned that it could lead to more people wanting blue tang fish like Dory as pets. They say the last movie, Finding Nemo, caused lots of people to want a clownfish - and that meant many have been taken from the wild. Watch Ayshah's report for more and to meet the school students who are trying to help. Pictures courtesy of Pixar/Disney and ABC's Behind the News.
Martin Boyle fired the hosts into an early lead and won a penalty, converted by Jason Cummings on 24 minutes. A dreadful mistake from David Gray allowed Paul McMullan to pull one back for the Pars soon after. Kallum Higginbotham powered in the equaliser and some fine saves from Ofir Marciano denied the visitors a win. Hibs, boosted after their magnificent performance in midweek when knocking city rivals Hearts out of the Scottish Cup, began the match with great pace, passion and power. John McGinn began the move for the opener, winning the ball in midfield before spreading the play wide to Cummings. The club's top scorer sent in a searching cross to the back post where Boyle ghosted in to volley home. Cheered on by a crowd of 14,437, Neil Lennon's side continued to dominate and only brave defending from Callum Morris denied Cummings from doubling the lead. The pace of Boyle was causing all sorts of problems fort the visitors and the winger brought about the second goal when Jason Talbot tugged on his shirt as he squirmed along the byline, giving referee John Beaton a simple task in awarding a penalty. Cummings made no mistake in sending Sean Murdoch in the Dunfermline goal one way and the ball the other for his 18th goal of the season. Dunfermline though had lost only one of their last 14 matches and quickly responded to cut the deficit. A simple ball through the middle was missed completely by Hibernian captain Gray and the impressive McMullan strode through to drill the ball beyond Marciano. And the on-loan from Celtic midfielder was only denied an equaliser thanks to a wonderful one handed save by Marciano. Tempers were beginning to run high and Fraser Fyvie and Higginbotham were cautioned by Beaton. Pars striker Michael Moffat was lucky not to join them after grabbing Fyvie by the throat as the players came together. There was a further blow for Lennon before the break when Liam Fontaine limped off and, with no recognised centre-half on the bench, midfielder Marvin Bartley came on as the replacement. Within 30 seconds of the second half getting under way the Fife club deservedly drew level. Moffat was afforded time to send in an awkward lofted cross that was allowed to bounce nicely for Higginbotham to lash in from eight yards out, giving Marciano no chance. Allan Johnston's side now had the belief they could go on and pick up all three points and only the woodwork and the feet of Marciano denied them the lead. Andy Geggan cut the ball back for Moffat who, from six yards, blasted the ball against the crossbar, via the arm of Marciano, with Nicky Clark then having the rebound blocked on the line by the Hibernian keeper. The home defence were at sixes and sevens and McMullan fired a cross into the box that hit Clark on the chest and drifted just over. Both sides were going forward at every opportunity but as
Media playback is not supported on this device He fractured a vertebra in his spine when kneed in the back by Juan Zuniga in a challenge that went unpunished. "Brazil will be without their two most important players - leading scorer Neymar and captain Thiago Silva - against Germany. "Neymar is a huge loss but it opens up a chance for someone else and I would expect Chelsea forward Willian to get his opportunity now." Neymar, 22, was in tears when he was carried off on a stretcher before being taken to hospital in Fortaleza. Coach Luiz Felipe Scolari said: "Neymar was going to be hunted. For three matches that has been happening." Team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar told Brazil's SportTV: "Unfortunately, he's not going to be able to play. He is very, very sad. "It's not serious in the sense that it doesn't need surgery, but he'll need to immobilise it to recover." Lasmar added that he expected the recovery period to take at least a few weeks. Neymar recovered from thigh and knee injuries sustained in the second-round win over Chile to play against Colombia. The Barcelona forward has featured in all five of Brazil's matches at the 2014 Fifa World Cup and is their top scorer with four goals. Neymar had a quiet game on Friday and was replaced in the 88th minute after Napoli defender Zuniga challenged him for a header, with referee Carlos Velasco Carballo taking no action. Scolari said: "Not even a yellow card, nothing. "People think Germany, these or the others, only they are hunted, but not Neymar." Media playback is not supported on this device Zuniga insisted: "I never meant to hurt a player. It was a normal move. "I was playing for the shirt from my country, not with the intent to injure. I was just defending my shirt." Thiago Silva's early goal and a stunning David Luiz free-kick in the second half set up victory for Brazil, who withstood a late Colombia onslaught that saw James Rodriguez score an 80th-minute penalty. Brazil committed 31 fouls during a scrappy game while their South American rivals made 23. Hosts Brazil meet Germany in the semi-final in Belo Horizonte at 21:00 BST on Tuesday. Brazil captain Silva will also miss that game through suspension after picking up a second booking of the tournament against Colombia. The final will be held at the Maracana in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, 13 July. Brazil v Germany will be live on BBC One on Tuesday, 8 July from 20:30 BST
The billionaire, whose empire includes Top Shop and Dorothy Perkins, had threatened not to give evidence. MPs on the Business and Work and Pensions committees are conducting a joint inquiry into BHS's demise. Last week, Sir Philip called for the resignation of Frank Field, chairman of the Work and Pensions committee. He claimed that the Labour MP was biased, and called for his resignation in a letter on Friday. "I am not prepared to participate in a process which has not even the pretence of fairness and objectivity and which has as its primary objective the destruction of my reputation," Sir Philip told Mr Field. In a statement on Tuesday afternoon, Sir Philip said he was "disappointed" by the lack of a response from Mr Field. "I did not think or believe that those conducting a parliamentary process would or should express concluded views in such a public way before I have had the chance to appear before the committee," he said. "Having given long and hard thought to the matter however, I have decided I will attend tomorrow morning, hoping and trusting that the committee will give me a fair hearing. "This will be the first and only opportunity I have had to tell my side of the very sad BHS story and I will do my best to answer all the questions put to me in an honest and open way." Sir Philip owned the department store chain for 15 years until 2015, when he sold it for £1 to a consortium led by Dominic Chappell. Mr Chappell, a former racing car driver, had no retail experience and has been declared bankrupt at least twice. BHS went into administration in late April, threatening 11,000 jobs. After no buyer could be found for the 164 UK stores, BHS is in the process of being wound down. Its shops will all close by the end of July, meaning staff will soon be unemployed. The MPs will want to ask Sir Philip a wide range of questions, including: Simon Jack: the questions Sir Philip Green must answer Mr Field had called on Sir Philip to fully cover the £571m deficit in the BHS pension scheme, which covers 20,000 current and former employees. The BHS pension scheme has had to be absorbed by the Pension Protection Fund at a cost of about £275m. Several politicians, including shadow chancellor John McDonnell, have said Sir Philip should be stripped of his knighthood if he failed to attend the hearing on Wednesday morning. Sir Philip agreed to appear on condition that his wife Tina Green, who lives in Monaco and owns a company that controls Arcadia, was not called. The hearing begins at 09.15 BST and can be watched online.
The blaze broke out at a shop on Finchley Road on Monday morning. Twenty-five people were evacuated, including a pregnant woman and a two-year-old child who was taken to hospital after inhaling smoke. Investigators will move in once the scene has been made safe, the London Fire Brigade said. Twelve people were treated at the scene after breathing in smoke. The LFB said the fire badly damaged the shop, with the flats above heavily smoke-logged. A spokesman for Camden Council said none of the residents were council tenants and they had been found alternative accommodation by their landlord. Finchley Road remains closed to traffic in both directions while firefighters continue to work at the scene. The LFB explained its crew were likely to remain there throughout Tuesday morning in order to tackle "deep-seated pockets of fire" in the voids between the floors of the building.
The joint ministerial committee (JMC) to seek a UK-wide approach to leaving the European Union was meant to meet monthly. The Welsh Government said it was "unacceptable" it had not met since February. The UK government said its engagement on Brexit had been "unprecedented". Plaid Cymru MP Jonathan Edwards called the lack of meetings "unforgiveable", adding there was a risk that Wales' needs would be "ignored and forgotten once again by the British government". Set up by the UK government the new group, a sub-committee of the JMC that focused on the Brexit negotiations was intended to allow ministers from Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland to set out their priorities for leaving the EU. The plan - under an agreement with Prime Minister Theresa May last October - was to ensure "outcomes for all four governments are secured" in the negotiations. The cross-nations group met four times between November and February, but it has not met since March's meeting was postponed because of elections in Northern Ireland. A House of Commons research paper said until a government for Northern Ireland is agreed, discussions on Brexit are likely to be held directly between the UK government and the Scottish and Welsh governments individually. UK Brexit minister Robin Walker said it was anticipated there would be "regular and sustained bilateral discussions with officials from the devolved administrations, reporting back to ministers at regular intervals to ensure sufficient progress is being made". "There is also a place for multilateral meetings and we will take that forward as and when it is appropriate," he told Plaid Cymru MP Jonathan Edwards in a written answer to a question on when the next meeting would be held. A Welsh Government spokesman said First Minister Carwyn Jones and the Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Local Government Mark Drakeford had repeatedly asked the UK government to restart the meetings each month. The Scottish government's Brexit minister Michael Russell said the work of the committee was "vital" in ensuring the UK's devolved administrations are properly involved in the Brexit negotiations. "It is essential, and increasingly urgent, that a next meeting of the JMC is arranged now so that it can do the job it is supposed to do - provide oversight of negotiations with the EU - and we have been working closely with the Welsh Government to achieve such a meeting," he said. A UK government spokeswoman said it was committed to working with the devolved administrations "as we deliver a successful Brexit for the whole of the UK". "Since the election, ministers and officials have continued to be in close contact with the devolved administrations," she said. She added that there were plans for a meeting in early September between the Welsh Government, the first Secretary of State Damian Green and Welsh Secretary Alun Cairns "demonstrating the UK government's commitment to engaging with the devolved administrations".
Prinknash Abbey was opened in 1972 but has been empty since 2008 when the resident monks moved back to their previous home of St Peter's Grange - a 15th Century Grade I listed building. The plans have been submitted to Stroud District Council. A spokesman said the sale of the site would allow an existing farmhouse to be turned into a new retreat centre. The building was designed in the 1930s and work on it began in 1939, but construction was delayed due to the outbreak of World War Two. The Benedictine monks eventually moved into it from the nearby St Peter's Grange, which had been their home since 1928, in 1972. But they moved out again in 2008 after the building became too big and too expensive to maintain for the diminishing community, which now numbers just 12. The abbey's bursar, Father Martin McLaughlin, said the sale to developer Edward Blake Ltd would release funds to convert an existing farmhouse in Prinknash Park into a retreat centre. He said it would "breath new life" into the Prinknash community and the monastery would "once again play an active part in the spiritual life of the Catholic church". Father McLaughlin added the amount of money the monastic community would receive from the sale was "not as much as people think". Stained glass and religious items, such as altars, will be moved from the disused abbey and used in the new retreat centre, he said. A spokesman for Edward Blake, based near Tetbury, confirmed the plans had been submitted to the council. Previously it was announced that the building had been bought and would be turned into retirement flats.
The nine-year-old former champion chaser did not race last year as he was diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat, and has had two second places in 2015. Jockey Nico de Boinville took his mount to the front at the fourth-last and surged clear to win from Somersby. At Punchestown, hot favourite Faugheen's 11-race unbeaten run ended as he was second to Nichols Canyon. Faugheen started the Morgiana Hurdle as a 1-6 chance but, despite finishing strongly, came home half a length behind his stablemate. Willie Mullins, who trained the first three in the race, said: "Faugheen was a little disappointing. Maybe he just met a good horse." Meanwhile, a jubilant crowd were thrilled to see Sprinter Sacre return to the kind of form he showed in 2012-13, when he won five Grade One races in a row, including victories at the Cheltenham, Aintree and Punchestown festivals. De Boinville, who won the Gold Cup on Coneygree in March, said: "It's just an amazing experience to finally get to ride him in a big event like this - we go back a long way." Trainer Nicky Henderson said: "He's taken to us to some amazing places over the years, but probably nothing anywhere like that was today. "It had to happen or otherwise the doubters would have been winning the argument and we had to come and do something." "The conditions of the race were in his favour. We're not all the way there, but we are going in the right direction."
Jet2 said the group caused problems on a flight from Newcastle to Tenerife on Saturday. The firm has banned three people for a year and is refusing to fly another three home from the holiday island. A spokeswoman said the group had been drinking "illicit alcohol", which refers to alcohol bought before they boarded the plane. The company said: "This group were rude and aggressive to our cabin crew after drinking illicit alcohol, and they should be in no doubt that the consequences of such behaviour will not be accepted. "We want our customers to have an enjoyable flight experience without the actions of a disruptive few spoiling it and we will take all necessary action to stamp it out." The company is asking for duty free spirits sold at airports to be sealed in bags amid calls for the government to review the issue.
While many footballers' post-playing plans involve staying in the game, the former Ivory Coast international has eschewed that to quietly focus on his second passion. Footballers and alcohol have long gone together, often badly, but the former Birmingham City defender is unique in actually creating the product. What's more, the treble winner with Celtic is doing so in Cognac, home to some of France's - and the world's - most celebrated vineyards. For similar to champagne, only the brandy made in the region can bear the prestigious name Cognac. As for whether the 41-year-old is just another footballer flashing his cash on a pet project, consider this - he bought his first vineyard in his late teens. "When I signed my first professional contract, I bought two hectares," Tebily told the BBC, standing amidst his vines in the south-western French village of Salles-d'Angles. "I said to myself: 'If I get an injury and football stops, I will have something to carry on with.'" "I did that because I used to work on this land to get a little bit of pocket money to go on holiday - to the seaside with my friends - before turning professional." "It's really difficult to become a professional so I bought this straight away to insure myself." It was 1993 when Tebily signed for second-tier French side Niort, an hour's drive from Poitiers, the south-western city on the edge of the Cognac region where his parents relocated from Abidjan when he was a toddler. It was the start of a journey that took him, following brief spells with Chateauroux and Sheffield United, to the 2000 Africa Cup of Nations, a Scottish treble in 2001 and a four-year Premier League adventure with Birmingham. After suffering a bad injury just weeks after joining Canada's Toronto FC, Tebily cut short a four-and-a-half-year contract to return to the vineyards. There was however a fundamental problem. Land in Cognac is both expensive and seldom available - and Tebily didn't have enough of it. He ran two local restaurants while waiting for a solution, which was laced with tragedy when it came six years later. After his neighbour's only son died, the retiring Cognac farmer had to decide who to sell his business to last year. "His son was my friend and we had the same name - it's maybe because of that that he chose me," says Tebily. "Around here, all the winemakers are the same," explains the now-retired Jean-Michel Lepine. "Because I liked football and because Olivier was not unpleasant to me and helped me in tough times - because I've had tough times - I said why not a black man to take over my property? Why not a footballer? "I never changed my mind, even though many people tried to stop me." Following the deal, the first African maker of Cognac - who says he was initially treated like "a Martian" - was the proud owner of 22 hectares in a prime location. He also took
Sharon Wood, mother of Christi and Bobby Shepherd, said it was "abhorrent" Harriet Green had tried to use their memory to gain public sympathy. Ms Green said on Wednesday she would donate a third of her shares to a charity chosen by the parents. She was said to be "deeply saddened that Ms Wood feels this way". Ms Wood said: "If Harriet Green feels the need to offload some of that money to salve her conscience, that is her decision to make, but to try and gain public empathy by attaching her donation to the memory of my Christi and Bobby I find abhorrent." Ms Green was not running the company at the time of the deaths but ran Thomas Cook for more than two years during which time Ms Wood said the holiday firm "refused to speak to us, engage with us or apologise to us". It has been reported that Ms Green could receive about 6,000,000 shares next month (currently valued at £8.7m or $13.3m) and she said she would give a third to charity. Ms Wood said the family had had no involvement in that decision. A series of letters from Mr Shepherd to Ms Green have been released to show how the family have been made to feel "secondary" by Thomas Cook's continued failure to consult them, Ms Wood said. On 21 May it was announced the family were to receive a "financial gesture of goodwill" from the travel agent. The amount of money was not disclosed, but Mr Shepherd said it was planned to make donations to a series of charities. Peter Fankhauser, Thomas Cook's current chief executive, recently made a public apology and admitted the firm "could have done better in the past nine years" in the way it had responded to the tragedy. The company has donated half its £3m payout from its insurers to children's charity Unicef. An inquest in Wakefield ruled the children were unlawfully killed. The pair, from Horbury, near Wakefield, were on holiday with their father Neil Shepherd and his now wife, Ruth, when they were poisoned by a faulty gas boiler at the Louis Corcyra Beach Hotel in 2006. Thomas Cook has yet to respond to a request to comment.
Local authorities want to construct a children's playground there, while the military wish to build a graveyard. The two sides have tussled over control of the land - and on Wednesday the military erected a wall around the site, surprising local authorities. Bin Laden was killed in a US raid on his compound at the site in May 2011. He had been living there in secret, in a three-storey building behind high walls, for several years before his death. The land has remained empty ever since. The grounds cover an area of 3,530 sq m (38,000 sq ft), with an estimated market value of over $285,000 (£218,000) After Bin Laden's death, the land was handed over to the government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province which tore down the structure and its boundary wall, apparently to prevent the place from becoming a site of pilgrimage for jihadists and their sympathisers. Since then the land has been lying unutilised amid a growing neighbourhood. Now, the local government and military authorities are in a dispute over how to use the land - and who should control its future. How the lives of Osama Bin Laden's neighbours changed forever Legacy of Bin Laden's death Bin Laden files: Seven things we learned from second tranche The military-run Cantonment Board of Abbottabad (CBA) moved to occupy the area in May, erecting a rope-fence around it. But they removed it after the provincial authorities intervened. Cantonment boards are military-run organisations tasked with managing and regulating private and public construction in areas falling within the jurisdiction of military districts in major cities. The CBA tried again this week, however, and this time they were more decisive - building a one metre (three ft) wall around the sprawling grounds, and catching the local government by surprise. A member of the CBA council, Bashir Khan, said the military had decided to convert the land into a cemetery . "It is needed because there is no graveyard nearby for the local population," he told the BBC. But KP Information Minister Mushtaq Ghani dismissed the plan, saying the grounds were in the middle of a populated area and "not fit for a graveyard". "Besides, the cantonment authorities have built the wall on land that belongs to the provincial government," Mr Ghani said, adding that the CBA had said they built the wall "to prevent encroachments". The provincial government hoped to turn the land into a playground for children, Mr Ghani said. "In addition to a playground, the place can be used for funeral prayers as well. The people of the area have neither a playground nor a place for funeral prayers nearby." The dispute looks set to continue - and local residents have their own ideas too, with some demanding that the land should be used to build a girls' school. Meanwhile, some other military officials have mooted plans to build a revenue-generating amusement park on the land. What everyone seems to agree on is that any project should be chosen with
State media say six strikes hit the town of Derna in neighbouring Libya. Gunmen earlier attacked a bus carrying worshippers in central Egypt, killing at least 28 people and wounding 25 others. President Sisi said he would "not hesitate to strike terrorist camps anywhere". Announcing the strike in a TV speech late on Friday, he promised to "protect our people from the evil". Countries supporting terrorism should be punished, he said, as he appealed to US President Donald Trump for help. Military sources told Reuters news agency that the militants targeted in Libya had been involved in the attack on Egyptian Christians earlier in the day. Although no group immediately said it was behind the attack, Islamic State (IS) militants have targeted Copts several times in recent months. Libya is effectively controlled by a large number of armed militias that have emerged in the chaos since Nato-backed forces overthrew long-serving ruler Col Muammar Gaddafi in October 2011. But IS has also built a presence in Libya during the chaos. Egypt has launched air strikes against IS in Libya before. In 2015, the military bombed several sites, also near Derna, after militants released a video showing the beheading of 21 Egyptian Christians. The Copts killed on Friday had been travelling to the Monastery of St Samuel the Confessor, 135km (85 miles) south of Cairo, from Minya province when their bus came under fire. It was in a small convoy that was stopped on a desert road near a police station on the border with Beni Suef provinces. Gunmen wearing military uniforms attacked the convoy with automatic weapons before fleeing in 4X4 vehicles, eyewitnesses said. Minya Province Bishop Makarios said many of the victims were shot at point blank range, the New York Times reported. He said that children had been on the bus and were among the dead, adding that a pick-up truck in the convoy carrying workmen at the monastery was also targeted. Minutes after President Sisi's speech, the White House released a statement of support from Mr Trump. "This merciless slaughter of Christians in Egypt tears at our hearts and grieves our souls," he said. "America stands with President Sisi and all the Egyptian people today, and always, as we fight to defeat this common enemy," he added. Copts make up about 10% of Egypt's population of 92 million. Two suicide bombings at Palm Sunday services at churches in the northern cities of Alexandria and Tanta on 9 April left 46 people dead. Those attacks prompted President Sisi to declare a three-month nationwide state of emergency and promise to do whatever was necessary to confront jihadist militants, most of whom are based in northern Sinai. But many Copts complain that the Egyptian authorities are not doing enough to protect them, says the BBC's Orla Guerin in Cairo. There is now a real sense of fear, and a feeling of being hunted, she adds.
Tristan Voorspuy was killed by pastoral herders on Sunday in Laikipia while inspecting some of his lodges, a local police official told Associated Press. It follows a pattern of traditional herdsmen invading ranches in the area to seize pasture amid an ongoing drought. Mr Voorspuy was the founder of luxury safari company Offbeat Safaris. Martin Evans, chairman of the Laikipia Farmers Association, said Mr Voorspuy was attacked while inspecting a lodge that had been set alight by so-called "land invaders". When he did not return by Sunday afternoon, an aerial search spotted Mr Voorspuy's injured horse but did not catch sight of the rancher, Mr Evans said. His body was left at the scene for more than 24 hours owing to the volatile security situation, but it has since been retrieved. The Kenyan government has ordered the arrest of political leaders suspected of inciting people to commit murder, poaching, cattle rustling and destruction of property. Interior Minister Joseph Nkaissery announced earlier that 379 herders had been arrested as part of police operations. He said that some local politicians have taken advantage of the movement of cattle herders due to drought conditions in the country's north to incite locals to occupy private property illegally. Mr Voorspuy was born in South Africa but went to secondary school in the UK, attending Eastbourne College in Sussex. He was in the British army for six years, leaving in 1981. After leaving the army, he drove a motorbike from London to Cape Town for nine months, looking for work in Africa. He created Offbeat Safaris in 1990. Mombasa-based business Scenic Air Safaris posted a tribute on its Facebook page, saying: "Our thoughts and prayers go to his wife Cindy and family and to his friends and partners at Sosian Lodge and Offbeat Safaris. "A true officer and a gentleman." A Foreign Office spokesman said: "We are offering support to the family of the British national who has died in Kenya and we are in touch with local authorities."
StepChange, which hears from half a million people in financial difficulty each year, said dealing with housing problems and job losses due to stress made up the bulk of that figure. It added the government could save £3bn if it offered people effective help. The Treasury said it had "taken a series of steps" to help those in debt. StepChange, which offers free advice on how to overcome debt problems, analysed the records of more than 100,000 of its clients to calculate how much so-called "problem debt" was costing the UK. Problem debt is defined as debt that people have taken on but cannot afford to repay as required. StepChange estimated that the strain it puts on mental health, employment and housing amounted to £8.3bn each year. The biggest cost caused by problem debt, the charity said, was having to rehouse - and provide higher housing benefit payments for - people who lose their home after falling behind on mortgage or rent payments. The next highest set of costs related to employment. StepChange estimated a total £2.3bn cost for the money paid by employers and the authorities when someone takes time off work because of the stress of dealing with debt, and the benefits paid if the job is subsequently lost. Other costs it factored in were for NHS mental health treatment, payments prompted by divorce and other relationship breakdowns, and the costs of children being taken into care Approximately 2.9 million people in the UK are estimated to have some form of problem debt, and StepChange said it expected there would have been a 20% year-on-year rise in those using its services by the end of 2014. The charity's chief executive, Mike O'Connor, said problem debt was a "brake on people's capacity to work, or to return to work, a brake on aspiration and a brake on potential". StepChange also called for a government action plan on debt to help people through times of crisis, encourage more saving and support more free advice. A spokesman for the Treasury told the BBC that "a key part of the government's long-term economic plan was to boost hardworking people's financial security at all stages of life". He said the Money Advice Service was funding and co-ordinating a range of debt advice services and that the Financial Conduct Authority had been given "robust powers" to protect people using debt management firms. Joanna Elson, chief executive of the Money Advice Trust, which runs the National Debtline, said: "The human cost of this problem on people's health, relationships and quality of life simply cannot be calculated. "Free advice provided at the earliest stage possible is the best way to limit the damage that unmanageable debt is causing, both to our lives and our economy."
Davis, 22, claimed two bronze medals at last year's Euros, but won his maiden European title with a 15-11 victory. He had booked his place in the final by defeating reigning champion Peter Joppich of Germany 15-8 at the semi-final stage. Davis will return to action in the team event on Friday. The Barnet-born fencer relocated to San Francisco, United States in November of last year in order to train with some of the world's best fencers and increase his prospects of success at the Rio Olympics in 2016. Trailing 10-6 midway through the final, Davis was instructed to change his kit as it had become too moist - which was affecting conductivity and thus impacting his opponent's ability to score. However, he returned re-focused and powered to victory against seven-time European medallist Cheremisinov. "I am so happy," Davis tweeted. "Big thanks to all those who have wielded with me!!! Britain's Gwendoline Neligan won European gold back in 1933, but the event in Budapest was later re-classified as a World Championships and, as a result, Neligan was awarded the World title.
It comes after a Malawian government spokesperson told news outlets the 58-year-old singer had appeared in court and had "filed an application expressing interest" to adopt. Madonna is currently in the African country, but said her visit was strictly for charity purposes. "The rumours of an adoption process are untrue," she said in a statement. "I am in Malawi to check on the children's hospital in Blantyre and my other work with Raising Malawi and then heading home." Court spokesman Mlenga Mvula had told news agencies earlier on Wednesday the singer had appeared in High Court, applying to adopt two children. "As a court, we adjourned the matter for a ruling (in the next two weeks). The court will either grant the adoption order or might not," he said. Madonna previously adopted two children from the African country: David Banda in 2006 and Mercy James in 2009. The star's relationship with Malawi dates back to 2006, when she established the Raising Malawi charity, with the goal of improving children's lives. She initially planned to build a $15m (£12m) girls' academy, but later changed strategy, and used the money to fund a number of schools. The charity also provides scholarships to female students, and is currently building the country's first paediatric intensive care unit at the Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital, in Blantyre. Madonna visited the project last summer, and took David and Mercy to visit the orphanages where they lived before being adopted. The star has two other children - Lourdes and Rocco - from previous relationships. Last year saw her involved in a custody dispute over Rocco with ex-husband Guy Ritchie. She eventually lost the case, with the 16-year-old moving to London to live with his father. Follow us on Facebook, on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts, or on Instagram at bbcnewsents. If you have a story suggestion email entertainment.news@bbc.co.uk.
Lawro's opponent for this week's fixtures is Robbie Williams. The former Take That star will be performing at the BBC Music Awards on Monday. Williams says he has read Lawro's predictions - and made his own - for years and claims he has always "battered him". They have officially gone head to head twice before, however, and Lawro has won on both occasions - on one occasion winning a side bet for some Take That tickets in the process. You can make your Premier League predictions now, compare them with those of Lawro, Robbie and other fans, and try to take your team to the top of the leaderboard by playing the BBC Sport Predictor game. Williams is a Port Vale fan and he grew up worshipping a host of 1980s Vale stars - and Manchester United midfielder Bryan Robson. "I loved Bryan because he was Captain Marvel," he told BBC Sport. "I did Soccer Aid with him one year too and I was captain of the team and, as we were leaving the dressing room to go out on to the pitch, I thought I'd give them a big manly shout of 'C'mon boys!'. "But before I could do that, Bryan did a shout of his own. He was on my side, he is my mate and he likes me - and I was terrified of him with this kind of roar that he did, which was primal. "I remember looking at him, thinking that is why you were captain of England and the player that you were." "The best player I played against in Soccer Aid was Diego Maradona. "Myself and Good Morning Britain presenter Ben Shephard were next to each other and Maradona was coming straight at us. I shouted: "Sheps, Maradona left shoulder." "It was another surreal moment in my life - I am on the pitch at Old Trafford, representing England in front of 76,000 and up against Maradona as he is bearing down on goal, and I am telling Ben Shephard to stop him." A correct result (picking a win, draw or defeat) is worth 10 points. The exact score earns 40 points. Last week, Lawro got seven correct results, including two perfect scores, from 10 Premier League matches. That gave him a total of 130 points, his second-highest score of the season. But it was not enough to beat comedian Tim Vine, who also got seven correct results with two perfect scores, for a total of 130 points that leaves him second on our guest leaderboard. All kick-offs 15:00 GMT unless otherwise stated. Watford 3-2 Everton Lawro's prediction: 0-2 Robbie's prediction: 2-1 Match report Arsenal 3-1 Stoke Lawro's prediction: 2-0 Robbie's prediction: 3-1 Match report Burnley 3-2 Bournemouth Lawro's prediction: 2-0 Robbie's prediction: 2-2 Match report Hull 3-3 Crystal Palace Lawro's prediction: 0-2 Robbie's prediction: 1-2 Match report Swansea 3-0 Sunderland Lawro's prediction: 1-1 Robbie's prediction: 3-2 Match report Leicester 4-2 Man City Lawro's prediction: 2-1 Robbie's prediction: 1-2 Match report Chelsea 1-0
A petition of almost 2,000 signatures, calling for the Ministry of Defence to consult residents about its plans to lease part of the site, was handed into Number 10. The government says leasing to a commercial operator will reduce costs. But residents are concerned it will put too much strain on the roads. David Harrison, Liberal Democrat county councillor for Totton South and Marchwood, was part of the group travelling to London. He said: "Already the stretch of road from Southampton to Marchwood is one of the most frequently congested roads for HGV traffic." Other concerns include additional noise, lighting, and impact on the New Forest National Park. Mr Harrison said: "At the moment the Ministry of Defence is cloaking everything in secrecy." Some of the UK's biggest commercial dock operators have expressed an interest in using the 300-acre (121 hectare) port. They include ABP, which runs Southampton Docks, and Peel Ports, which runs the ports in Liverpool. The port will continue to be used by the military. A spokeswoman for the Ministry of Defence said it was working with New Forest District Council's planning team. "It will be the responsibility of any future Marchwood Port operator to comply with any planning requirements," she said. "The MoD will continue to facilitate discussions throughout the concession process."
Mark Bullock, 50, from Stoke-on-Trent, died after he was badly scalded when steam from elsewhere in the system fed into the area where he was working. John Pointon and Sons was fined £660,000 at Stafford Crown Court after admitting health and safety breaches. The firm was also ordered to pay £187,000 in costs following Mr Bullock's death in 2011. Health and Safety Executive Inspector Wayne Owen said: "The cookers in operation at the company form the core part of the business. "Precautions should have been taken to ensure all avenues which had the potential to allow steam to be fed back into the cooker had been suitably isolated."
The 38-year-old, who plays Martin Luther King in Hollywood's new film Selma, left Britain for the US in 2007. He told Radio Times magazine a lack of roles for black actors in Britain had left him and others frustrated. "I shouldn't have to feel like I have to move to America to have a notable career", he says. The Golden Globe best actor nominee claims many talented black actors who chose to say in the UK aren't getting "the opportunities worthy of them". He says: "I can't say the same of my white peers", adding "there's a string of black British actors passing through where I live now in LA. "We make period dramas in Britain, but there are almost never black people in them, even though we've been on these shores for hundreds of years. "It's frustrating, because it doesn't have to be that way". The former Spooks actor says he once took a historical drama based on a black character to a British executive but was told "if it's not Jane Austen or Dickens, the audience don't understand". He says: "I thought, 'Okay, you are stopping people having a context for the country they live in and you are marginalising me. I can't live with that. So I've got to get out'". Last month, Imitation Game star Benedict Cumberbatch highlighted the lack of diversity on British screens. But his comments were overshadowed by the Sherlock actor's use of the term "coloured", for which he later apologised. At the time, David Oyelowo defended Cumberbatch's comments. Oyelowo says: "The difference between myself and Benedict and Eddie Redmayne is they can choose to live here and still have a Hollywood career. "Because though they can do American movies, their bread and butter in Britain is period films. But had I stayed here, I wouldn't be in Selma. That's just a fact." Oyelowo has also played supporting roles in Lincoln, The Butler and Rise of the Planet of the Apes. Last year, Idris Elba and Lenny Henry were among stars who told TV bosses that they were "dismayed" at the poor numbers of people from ethnic minority backgrounds working in the industry. Others including Broadchurch writer Chris Chibnall, comic Harry Hill and actor David Harewood also signed an open letter calling for a pot of money for black, Asian and minority ethnic programmes. The letter was sent to BBC director general Tony Hall, ITV chief executive Adam Crozier, and the bosses of BSkyB, Channel 4 and Channel 5. The BBC has announced a plan to set up a £2.1 million "diversity creative talent fund" to help fast-track shows by ethnic minority talent onto TV. Follow @BBCNewsbeat on Twitter, BBCNewsbeat on Instagram and Radio1Newsbeat on YouTube.
At the end of 2013 politicians voted to make money available to build a new hospital as the existing site was considered outdated. Health Minister, Senator Andrew Green, said four sites were on the shortlist. He said it was a complicated process but a final decision on a site in St Helier had not yet been made. A Freedom of Information (FOI) request revealed that £2.2m had been spent so far with the bulk, £1.17m spent this year. The money was spent on working with external suppliers as well as paying staff, overheads and administration. £2,209,547 Total cost so far since 2011 £220,708 in 2012 £413,485 in 2013 £396,160 in 2014 £1,179,220 so far in 2015 A new site for the hospital has been discussed for years, with more than 50 sites considered by officials. Earlier in 2015, Mr Green rejected a previously proposed two-site hospital, saying it should all be on a single site. The four locations under consideration are the current hospital site, the Overdale hospital site, People's Park and the St Helier Waterfront. The health authority has argued the existing hospital building is out of date, and needs to be replaced. About £300m has been made available for the redevelopment of the hospital, which is expected to include building costs and new equipment.
The match was called off at 9:30 GMT after referee Anthony Taylor had inspected the playing surface. Altrincham are currently 19th in the table, while Dover occupy the last play-off spot in fifth.
Defeat by Brighton ended a run of back-to-back wins that had given Wigan hope of survival and leaves them five points adrift in the relegation zone. Barrow says he was frustrated with the Seagulls' first goal in the loss. "That's where we are with the points," Barrow told BBC Radio Manchester. "It's as simple as that, that's what we have to do. There's no need to give up yet." Goalkeeper Jakob Haugaard and his defenders were criticised by Barrow in the post-match press interview, as Brighton took the lead through Glenn Murray's goal from a ball over the top. Haugaard, who is on loan from Stoke City, has started the past three games for Wigan in the place of Matt Gilks. "He didn't have a lot to do," Barrow continued. "The first goal has really got me, from being in no trouble at all whatsoever. it's a Sunday league goal. "We've got to look at that and see what we can do." Barrow also seemed to suggest the decision as to who did play in goal has not been a personal one. "That's the case, we'll have to see," he continued. "We need to have conversations and see where we go. The worrying thing is it didn't get any better through the game."
Washington has become increasingly concerned at North Korean missile and nuclear tests and threats to its neighbours and the US. The briefing, involving 100 senators as well as Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Defence Secretary James Mattis, is being held on Wednesday. China, North Korea's main ally, has called for restraint from all sides. China's call came in a phone conversation between President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump on Sunday. Mr Xi urged all parties to "maintain restraint and avoid actions that would increase tensions", according to the Chinese foreign ministry. Why Beijing should lead on North Korean crisis For his part, Mr Trump said North Korea's "continued belligerence" was destabilising the Korean peninsula. White House officials regularly go to Congress to brief on national security matters, but it is unusual for the whole Senate to go to the White House. Alongside Mr Tillerson and Gen Mattis will be National Intelligence Director Dan Coats and Gen Joseph Dunford, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Questioned by reporters at his regular briefing, White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer referred further inquiries to the Senate majority leader, Mitch McConnell. Aides, quoted by Reuters, say the House of Representatives is seeking a similar briefing on North Korea. Washington says a flotilla, led by the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson, is expected to arrive off the peninsula within days, despite conflicting messages last week on its exact whereabouts. Mr Trump has also told United Nations Security Council ambassadors, meeting at the White House, that the UN must be ready to impose new sanctions on North Korea. The US is pursuing a multi-pronged strategy to make its point on North Korea, the BBC's Gary O'Donoghue in Washington says. First it wants the UN to tighten sanctions even further, and to ensure those in place are properly enforced. Secondly, it is attempting to put fresh pressure on China to rein in its communist neighbour. The third aspect is the sending of an aircraft carrier to the Korean peninsula - making clear military action is an option. North Korean state media said on Sunday the country's forces were "combat-ready to sink" the Carl Vinson. The ruling Workers' Party newspaper Rodong Sinmun called the carrier a "gross animal". North Korea has promised to press ahead with missile tests despite Mr Trump's warnings and experts say it may be preparing for another nuclear test, in defiance of UN resolutions. However, a North Korean ballistic missile test on 16 April failed within seconds of launch, US experts said. Washington is concerned that Pyongyang may develop the ability to place a nuclear bomb on a missile capable of reaching the US. Beijing is worried about the possibility of all-out conflict on the peninsula, which could lead to the collapse of the North Korean regime under its mercurial leader Kim Jong-un. China fears this could cause a sizeable refugee problem and lead to an American presence up to the Chinese border.
The move is an implementation of UN sanctions, which were imposed in response to North Korea's two missile tests last month. China accounts for more than 90% of North Korea's international trade. Beijing had pledged to fully enforce the sanctions after the US accused it of not doing enough to rein in its neighbour. The UN approved sanctions against Pyongyang earlier this month that could cost the country $1bn (£770m) a year in revenue, according to the figures provided to the Security Council by the US delegation. Although China's coal imports from North Korea totalled $1.2bn last year, the figure will be much lower this year because China had already imposed a ban in February, experts said. "China has already imported its quota of coal under sanctions for 2017. So no net impact there, and North Korean exports to other countries are minimal," said David Von Hippel, from the Nautilus Institute -a think tank based in Oregon -who has researched North Korea's coal sector. The sanctions might have more of an impact on iron and seafood, experts said. Although they are both much smaller sources of export revenue for North Korea, the two industries have seen a rise in exports this year. Iron ore exports grew to $74.4m in the first five months of this year, almost equalling the figure for all of 2016. Fish and seafood imports totalled $46.7m in June, up from $13.6m in May. The sanctions do not apply to the growing clothing assembly industry in North Korea. Mr Von Hippel said in gross terms, it is nearly as large as coal, but in reality it is worth much less because North Korea has to import the inputs. The sanctions come against a backdrop of increased tensions between the US and North Korea, as well as heightened trade tensions between the US and China. After weeks of heated rhetoric between the US and North Korea, on Tuesday North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un has decided to hold off on a strike towards the US territory of Guam, state news agency KCNA reported. The apparent pause in escalating tensions comes after US President Donald Trump warned of "fire and fury like the world has never seen" if Pyongyang persisted with its threats. On Monday, the US President Donald Trump ordered a trade probe into China's alleged theft of US intellectual property, which the Chinese state press saw as an attempt to force China to act more decisively on North Korea. Officially, the US has denied any link between the two issues, although the president had previously suggested he might take a softer line on China in exchange for help on North Korea.
Diversions are in place on the A4161 Newport Road, with directions to the showground signposted for drivers. Visitors to the city are advised to use the M4/A48/A470 or the M4/A4232/A470 instead. The flower show, in Bute Park, is open from Friday until Sunday and will showcase flowers, plants and gardening techniques.
About 6,000 youngsters took part in the Mini and Junior Great North Run, with a Great North 5k (3.1 miles) also staged. Elite athletes were in attendance for the Great North City Games, although long jump world champion Greg Rutherford withdrew through injury. A crowd of 25,000 was expected by organisers. Taking part in the Great North City Games was 200m world champion Dafne Schippers, who raced to victory on a 100m track constructed on the banks of the Tyne. Rutherford and 5,000m and 10,000m world champion Mo Farah took part in a penalty shoot-out at a launch event at Newcastle United's St James's Park stadium on Friday. The Great North Run half marathon will be staged on Sunday with more than 50,000 people taking on the 13.1 mile course from Newcastle to South Shields. It will be the 35th staging of the event, which began as a fun run in 1981. Farah is aiming for his second consecutive victory in the men's elite race, which gets under way at 10:40 BST.
Sir Iain Lobban will leave later this year, after six years as director. The Foreign Office said Sir Iain, 53, was doing "outstanding job" and his departure was "planned". Officials denied the move was linked to controversy over GCHQ and its US counterpart, the NSA, sparked by disclosures from former US intelligence contractor Edward Snowden. Sir Iain, who first joined GCHQ in 1983, became director in June 2008. "Today is simply about starting the process of ensuring we have a suitable successor in place before he moves on as planned at the end of the year," a Foreign Office spokesman said. ln November, Sir Iain became the first head of the agency to give evidence in public when he appeared before MPs on the Intelligence and Security Committee, alongside the heads of MI5 and MI6. They came under pressure to be more open after leaks by Mr Snowden revealed widespread spying by GCHQ and the US National Security Agency. Sir Iain told the committee Mr Snowden's disclosures had done immense damage to Britain's counter-terrorism efforts. MPs asked Sir Iain why he felt it was necessary to "collect information on the majority of the public in order to protect us from a minority of evildoers". He said GCHQ did not spend its time "listening to the telephone calls or reading the emails of the majority" of the public.
Thieves targeted the unit at the Jade Jones Pavilion, Flint overnight on Monday. The generator was attached to the unit and the van itself was not broken into, police said. Dean Phillips, head of Breast Test Wales, said all appointments will be rearranged. "We hope to have the unit up and running again early next week," he said. "Anyone who was due to be screened and who has not yet been contacted should call 01492 860888 for advice. "No other breast screening units or centres are affected and all other screening throughout Wales is continuing as planned." North Wales Police is appealing for information.
Media playback is not supported on this device John has previously dedicated a silver medal to William Lloyd's son (also named William), and the two were joined on the sofa by Lynne Holt, who arranged the transplant. John hopes to win a darts medal in the Games, where over 700 people including organ donors and recipients will compete to raise awareness of organ donation in the UK. For more information, including how to attend, visit the British Transplant Games website. To find out more about organ donation, visit NHS Yes I Donate.
One match at Roland Garros and three at Wimbledon, two of them in the qualifying tournament and one in the main draw, triggered alerts for unusual betting patterns. The TIU says it received 53 alerts for the period April to June 2017. Three of those were on the ATP Tour and one on the WTA Tour. There were 20 each on the lower-level men's ATP Challenger and ITF Futures circuits and five on the ITF women's circuit. The TIU says an alert on its own is "not evidence of match-fixing" and can be due to a number of other factors, including conditions and player fitness. There have been 83 alerts in the first six months of 2017, down 38 on the same period in 2016.
A 25-year-old man was shot near the BP petrol station in Burley at around 15:00 GMT on Wednesday 24 December. West Yorkshire Police stressed officers were only interested in speaking to the men as witnesses and not as suspects. Another two men, aged 24 and 27, were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and have been released on bail. The victim was treated in hospital for serious gunshot wounds to his abdomen, but has now been released. Det Ch Insp Mark McManus, of West Yorkshire Police, said the witnesses were seen on CCTV on Thornville Road near the petrol station at the time of the shooting. "I am appealing directly for the men themselves to contact us, or for anyone who recognises them to get in touch," he said. A white Audi and a dark hatchback car met at the scene, close to the Thornville Road junction with Alexandra Road, just before the shooting.
The 24-year-old Englishman has not played for the Scottish Premiership side since being sent off in a 2-1 win over Hamilton Academical in February. Reckord, who signed for the Scottish Premiership club in October 2014, made 21 appearances this season but was due to be out of contract this summer. He played 48 times for County, all but two of them being starts. The Premiership club stated: "Ross County Football Club would like to thank Jamie Reckord and wish him well on what we know will be a successful next step in his career." Reckord, who was an England youth international, started his career with Wolverhampton Wanderers. He had loan spells with Northampton Town, Scunthorpe United, Coventry City, Plymouth Argyle and Swindon Town before being released in summer 2014 having only made two appearances for Wolves.
The Mail said Cainer was "quite simply, Britain's greatest astrologer" and that his death was a "tragedy". Cainer was the newspaper's astrologer from 1992 to 2000, returning to write the column again from 2004. His horoscopes were translated into Japanese, Spanish, Italian and Chinese. The Mail said Cainer had died from a suspected heart attack but that this had not been confirmed. A Daily Mail spokesman said: "A much-loved contributor to the Daily Mail for 20 years, his wisdom and compassion were unmatched. "Millions of readers couldn't start the day without him - and would end it marvelling at the uncanny accuracy of his forecasts. "It's an absolute tragedy that Jonathan has passed away at such a young age and we have no doubt his countless fans will join us in expressing heartfelt condolences to his family. " A statement on Cainer's website said: "'Didn't he see it coming?' is a question that will inevitably be asked. Jonathan was always adamant that astrologers should not look to predict the time of a person's demise. "He said there was the danger of creating a self-fulfilling prophecy. "But he was well aware that one day he might not be physically present to supply the predictions that so many people rely on." The statement also said Cainer had already written a number of forecasts and predictions, which would be published in future. Cainer's own Sagittarian horoscope for Monday was "uncannily prescient", the statement added. He had written: "We aren't here for long. We should make the most of every moment. We all understand this yet don't we forget it, many times? We get caught up in missions, battles and desires. We imagine that we have forever and a day. "In one way, we may be right - for are we not eternal spirits, temporarily residing in finite physical form?" The former nightclub manager was married and had eight children from several relationships. He got his first astrology column in 1986 with the now-closed Today newspaper. He also worked at the Daily Express and the Daily Mirror, but was best known for his Daily Mail columns. Cainer was born in Surbiton, Surrey, in 1957 and had six brothers and sisters. He left school at 15 without qualifications, first working as a petrol pump attendant before later moving to the United States in the 1980s to manage both a nightclub and his brother's musical career. Upon his return to the UK, he studied at the Faculty of Astrological Studies in London before embarking upon his newspaper career. His newspaper columns, phone lines and website meant his work became followed by people in many different countries. According to the Daily Mail, he employed 30 people as a support team for his business, which had a reported annual turnover of some £2m.
The Culture, Welsh Language and Communications Committee called the proposal "ambitious". But it also warns that without extra resources, education priorities could be distorted by the strategy. Ministers said the final proposals, due to be published in the summer, would include "a series of indicators". The report, by the assembly's Culture, Welsh Language and Communications Committee, said the proposals "need to be delivered in large part through the education system". The committee warned of a "clear risk that this may have a distortive effect on the delivery of educational priorities as the system is realigned to be able to deliver the language strategy". "It is therefore important that the resources and capacity needed to implement the policy are in addition to current spending on education," the report added. Committee chairwoman, Plaid Cymru AM Bethan Jenkins, said the AMs fully supported the "bold" aim of the "radical" policy. "It is clear from considering the evidence that success will require hard work, considerable additional resources and clear targets," she said. "It will also need to be founded on the continuing support of the people of Wales, Welsh and non-Welsh speakers alike." The Welsh Government said it had "done a lot of work on the areas covered by the report", after a consultation on the draft strategy. Welsh Language Minister Alun Davies said: "The final language strategy will set a strong long-term direction including a series of indicators to monitor progress towards achieving the million, in addition to an increased use of the Welsh language." Calling the one million speakers target "deliberately ambitious" he said: "There are challenges ahead, but we are building from a position of strength." In January, Welsh Language Commissioner Meri Huws said the education system needed to be "radically changed" to reach the figure, with all children under seven needing to be immersed in Welsh.
The BBC understands one of them is Sergey Malinka, who was questioned as a witness in 2007 after the three-year-old went missing. A total of four "persons of interest" - or arguidos - will be quizzed in the latest development in the case. Interviews are being carried out by Portuguese officers with Scotland Yard detectives present. Mr Malinka and the other suspect left the central police station in Faro after they were interviewed. The Russian-born computer expert, who has Portuguese nationality, is likely to face more questioning on Wednesday. A third person, who is said to be suffering from severe schizophrenia, remained in the police headquarters after the other two had left. It is not clear when the fourth individual will be interviewed. All of those being questioned are Portuguese citizens. They have all been summoned to be interviewed; there have been no arrests. The status of arguidos in the Portuguese judicial system refers to individuals whom police may reasonably suspect are linked to a crime. Local Briton Robert Murat - who was himself named as an arguido in the case before being cleared of any involvement - said it was "ridiculous" that Mr Malinka had been questioned as a suspect. Mr Murat had worked with Mr Malinka in 2006 and 2007 setting up a property website. He told the BBC: "It's absolutely ridiculous. It makes no sense. "They've talked to him before, in 2007, so why are they talking to him again? He's a good professional and a hard worker. I don't know Sergey that well, but he is a nice lad." In June, Portuguese and British police searched three sites in Praia da Luz but found no evidence relating to the case. Scotland Yard said at the time that "more activity" had been agreed with Portuguese police and the searches were the "first phase" of a major investigation. Jeremy Cooke, BBC News at Faro Police Station Outside the Policia Judiciaria headquarters in Faro a small group of reporters and TV crews is gathered on the pavement. There is little sign of activity inside the unassuming white-rendered building, which is set in a quiet cobbled street. But it is believed that, just before 09:00 local time, the first of several suspects in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann arrived to be questioned. Several suspects or "arguidos" have been identified following the latest investigations by Scotland Yard detectives. Each is expected to appear voluntarily before police in the coming days. The interviews are being conducted by Portuguese police officers with British detectives observing proceedings. The searches were the most significant in the local area since Madeleine went missing seven years ago. The McCann family were staying in an apartment in the resort of Praia da Luz in Portugal when the three-year-old was last seen. Her parents had been at a restaurant near their apartment when she went missing. The developments come a year after the Met launched a fresh investigation into Madeleine's disappearance codenamed Operation Grange.
The left-hander starred for Yorkshire in their defeat against Hampshire in the T20 Blast final in 2012 in Cardiff, hitting 72 off 46 balls. "Hopefully what I can do over the next couple of games is lose a few balls [in the River Taff]," Miller said. Miller will make his debut away to Gloucestershire on Tuesday 25 July, after the home wash-out against Essex. The 28-year-old will also feature in home games against Surrey and Gloucestershire, and away matches against Kent and Surrey. "It's exciting times, a short little stint but hopefully I'll make an impact towards the team getting to the quarters and semis," Miller told BBC Wales Sport. "You've got to crack on, no excuses, I arrived [Saturday], I feel pretty fresh but this is my career and you've got to make the most of it - wherever I do play, I just want to make an impact." Miller has played 52 T20 internationals and 99 one-day internationals, including several appearances in Cardiff, and is looking forward to teaming up with Colin Ingram again. "He [Ingram] has been doing exceptionally well, he's a seriously good player and I'm looking forward to playing with him again after playing for South Africa together early in my career," Miller added. Miller's arrival takes the number of South African-born players in the Glamorgan side to six, the others being Jacques Rudolph, Marchant de Lange, Chris Cooke, and Craig Meschede. Just two Welsh players, Aneurin Donald and Andrew Salter, are in the starting XI after injuries to David Lloyd and Kiran Carlson. But former Glamorgan batsman Mike Powell believes it is a longer-term issue than current selection. "If [the South Africans' inclusion] makes Glamorgan a stronger team, then so be it. Rather than saying 'why aren't Welsh players in' we should be saying 'why aren't they good enough?'," Powell said. "There are some young Welsh players coming through, but Ingram, Rudolph, Miller, Cooke, they're a lot better than what is available in the second team. "If they win this competition, everyone's happy in Wales."
The 27-year-old, who won silver at last year's world championships, landed a 6.67m jump to finish behind Canada's Christabel Nettey and winner Ivana Spanovic of Serbia. Fellow Brits Anyika Onuora and Tiffany Porter came fourth in the women's 400m and 100m hurdles respectively. Compatriot Charlie Grice finished sixth in the men's dream mile. Meanwhile, world champion Dafne Schippers clocked 21.93 seconds as she cruised to victory in the 200m. "To run under 22 seconds in these conditions is very special for me," said the Dutchwoman. "After all the Diamond Leagues I need to rest and train a little bit before the European Championships in my country. No more races until then."
Sir Dave Brailsford, the last person to fill the role, left in April 2014 to focus on Team Sky, with head coach Shane Sutton moving into a new role as technical director. Sutton left 100 days prior to the Rio Olympics amid allegations of sexism, though he denied the "specific claims". Programmes manager Andy Harrison, who took on Sutton's responsibilities, could be a candidate for the role. The national governing body has had a testing year, and its headquarters were visited by UK Anti-Doping officials this month as part of an investigation into allegations of wrongdoing in the sport. Despite the upheaval off the track, British cyclists won 33 medals across this summer's Rio Olympic and Paralympic Games, 18 of which were gold. In a statement, British Cycling said appointing a performance director would enable the team to build on those successes "and provide greater support to performance staff and athletes". Stephen Park, who manages Britain's Olympic sailing team, has already said he would consider a move to British Cycling, but added he would give consideration to a role at "any of the top sports". Australian Sutton, 59, has always denied any wrongdoing and should the independent review commissioned to look into the allegations find in his favour, there may be calls for his reinstatement.
Briton Fury, 27, beat the Ukrainian in Dusseldorf, Germany, on Saturday to take the WBA, IBF and WBO belts. The contract for the fight included a clause for a rematch, for which the date and the venue have to be decided. "Failure is not an option," said Klitschko, 39, on his prospects of winning back the titles. "I was really frustrated directly after the fight, but after some short nights, I now know that I am much better than my performance on Saturday. "I couldn't show much full potential at any time. This is what I want to change in the rematch, and I will." Klitschko has had two spells as world champion, the first from 2000 to 2003. Having regained the WBO belt in 2004, he went 11 years and 19 successful defences before losing to Fury. Manchester fighter Fury said on Sunday that he would beat Klitschko again if they were reunited in the ring next year. Fury's uncle and trainer Peter told BBC Radio Manchester it was "fantastic news" Klitschko had taken up the option. Media playback is not supported on this device He added: "We're definitely looking for a stoppage next time out - Tyson only performed to about 60% of his ability. He could have stopped Wlad. "We're looking at Wembley stadium in London, possibly mid-to-late May, and once Tyson gets rid of Klitschko then straight away we will be looking to Deontay Wilder to unify all of the belts." Unbeaten American Wilder holds the WBC version of the heavyweight title. BBC Radio 5 live boxing commentator Mike Costello: "Klitschko tweeted a couple of days ago how he was still suffering, and that sentiment explains why he has committed to the rematch only four days after his defeat. "The setback against Fury ended an unbeaten run for Klitschko stretching back 11 years and 22 fights. "At this stage there is no mention of a date or a venue for the return - they will decided with a view to maximising the purse for each boxer. "Although Klitschko turns 40 next March, the contest was the first of a new five-fight deal with German broadcaster RTL. "So, as he said on another online posting this week, the story will continue."
Janice Farman, who lived with her 10-year-old autistic son, died of asphyxiation during Friday's attack. She had been in the Indian Ocean country since 2004 and was working as a director of a data services group. Police believe Mrs Farman was killed during a robbery by three men. One man has been arrested, local media said. The BBC's World Service correspondent in Mauritius, Yasine Mohabuth, said she had recently moved to Albion, in the west of the island, an area previously known for burglaries. He said: "A fight took place between the three robbers and the victim in the presence of her 10-year-old son. "Police said that she was smothered to death in her bed. "They had arrived at three in the morning. It was her son that alerted a friend. The burglars stole many things, including her jewellery and her car. "Her son is now under the care of the child development unit because his father is abroad." A post-mortem examination has since confirmed that Mrs Farman died as a result of asphyxiation caused by compression of the neck. Mrs Farman's Nissan Tiida was later found by police at the side of the road. She was originally from Clydebank in West Dunbartonshire and was working as the managing director of PECS (Mauritius) Ltd, a privately owned group of companies providing data services. A colleague said that he had been contacted by her son in the early hours of Friday, who had told him that his mother was "not breathing". In a post on social media, he wrote: "Just imagine.... He clearly had no idea what was going on and he was simply in a state of shock. We called the police and it was later confirmed she did not make it." He referred to Mrs Farman as his mentor and claimed that "Mauritius was no longer a paradise." In a statement from Mrs Farman's employer, Stephen Littlechild from PECS data services, said: "Last night our MD in Mauritius Janice Farman was brutally murdered in her own home. "In view of these tragic events, we have decided to close our Mauritius office today, so we can make sure all our team have access to counsellors and as a mark of respect to a wonderful lady. "Our thoughts are with Janice's family, friends and colleagues." The British Foreign Office said it was in contact with local authorities in Mauritius about the case.
The Indian Twittersphere exploded after Sindhu beat Marin 21-19, 21-16 to take the India Open Super Series tournament in Delhi on Sunday night. The hashtags #SindhuVsMarin and #Sindhu were trending on Sunday and Monday. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan were among those who congratulated her. Spain's Marin beat Sindhu to the gold medal in the Olympic badminton singles final in Rio de Janeiro in 2016. The celebration over Sindhu's victory is also significant as it shows the growing popularity of badminton in a country that famously worships cricket alone. But Sindhu, and Saina Nehwal before her, have been instrumental in bringing badminton to the forefront of public consciousness. Nehwal won a bronze medal at the London Olympics. Most tweets on Sunday and Monday talked about Sindhu getting "revenge" for her Olympic defeat to Marin, while others praised her fierce game. The player later took to Instagram to thank her fans and sponsors for her support. She also told the Times of India newspaper that she was happy with her performance as there were no "easy" points.
Media playback is not supported on this device Two penalties apiece from Toby Flood and his replacement Owen Farrell brought England to within four points after Pat Lambie's boot and Willem Alberts' fortuitous try had opened up a 10-point Springbok lead. Media playback is not supported on this device But England's efforts ended in controversy when they opted to kick a late penalty rather than go for the try that would have put them in front. While Farrell landed the three points there was insufficient time to mount another attack, and a more battle-hardened, streetwise Springbok unit had the win. It means England have now failed to beat the Springboks in their last 11 meetings, and effectively ends their hopes of a top four seeding going into the draw for the next World Cup. No team outside of a top four ranking has ever won the World Cup and England will be drawn with one of the top four teams in the group stages of the tournament they will host in 2015. Wholehearted and hard-working, Stuart Lancaster's men nonetheless lacked both composure and a cutting edge. (provided by Opta) And with the New Zealand All Blacks to come at Twickenham next Saturday, there is a strong possibility that they will end their autumn campaign with just a solitary victory over Fiji to show for their efforts. England had come out of the traps at pace, Geoff Parling charging down Ruan Pienaar's clearing kick from the very first ruck to set up a penalty chance that Flood pulled across the posts from wide right. Moments later a simpler chance following a side-stepping run from Mike Brown and dynamic series of drives from the forwards allowed Flood put the home side 3-0 up, only for Lambie to level things up from South Africa's first spell in England's 22. Flood was mangled by three defenders as he attempted to run possession from deep and was helped off the pitch, returning to bang over a second, straightforward penalty before Lambie returned the compliment after skipper Chris Robshaw was penalised at the turning scrum. England were dominating at the scrum, Flood missing a simple penalty when the Springbok pack was split asunder. "These are the moments that can haunt a leader for night after sleepless night. Decide in an instant, live with the repercussions for an age. Stick or twist? Red or black? Kick or corner?" But South Africa were making their few chances count. Lambie made it 6-9 after referee Nigel Owens spotted hands in the ruck, and Tom Youngs was penalised for a crooked line-out to cost his side further momentum. Better was to come. A slicing break from Alex Goode after a frantic spell on halfway brought the crowd to full voice; Flood tried a grubber into space for Manu Tuilagi to run on to but over-cooked it. Turnover deep in home territory opened a possible overlap that Ben Youngs - perhaps conscious of his over-adventure last week - chose to kick
The county finished fourth in Division Two last season after being unbeaten in the first half of the campaign. "We've got a really good squad this year," South African Rudolph told BBC Wales Sport. "If we can start well in the first six games and get some momentum, we can really push for the top." Glamorgan have signed Holland fast bowler Timm van der Gugten, while 21-year-old Middlesex seamer Harry Podmore will be available on loan for the opening block of six Championship matches. Last season, Michael Hogan, Graham Wagg and Craig Meschede, who has signed from Somerset after a season on loan, shouldered the vast majority of seam bowling duties in all three competitions. "We've got depth and if you look at Championship-winning teams they've all got depth in the bowling department," Rudolph added. "We are moving in the right direction having signed a few more players, Ruaidhri Smith is bowling well and (all-rounder) David Lloyd's bowling is coming on." New head coach Robert Croft has stepped up after being assistant to Toby Radford for the past two years. Despite insisting Glamorgan will not prioritise any competition, Croft is hopeful promotion in the four-day format is a possibility. "It's one place less going up, but it makes it clear what you need to achieve," he said. "Last season we were on course for half the season but just dropped off. This year we've got more resources in the squad. "In general we played a really strong brand of cricket last year." Glamorgan play a first-class friendly against Cardiff MCCU starting on 11 April, while their opening Championship match is at home to Leicestershire on 17 April.
"Sardine" was trapped by volunteers in Newmarket who had seen his injuries. After treatment, also partly paid for by volunteers, he was taken to a rescue centre for care and eventual rehoming. However, centre owner Joanne Evans said Sardine "won her heart" and made himself so at home that she could not bear to be parted from him. About 15 people helped to rescue Sardine after Mick Smith, who runs a Newmarket lost and found pet page on Facebook, became aware of the cat's plight. It took them four days to lure the injured animal into a cage using tinned sardines as bait. He was treated by a vet for an abscess on a bite. His flesh had rotted down to his jawbone. At the time a veterinary nurse treating him said the cat "stank the surgery out, bless him". Instead of naming him Stinky they called him Sardine. Miss Evans took the cat to her rescue centre, Animal Craziness, in Ashley to care for him until he was well enough to be rehomed. However, she said she "fell in love" with Sardine. "He just fitted in so well here and gets on with almost all the other animals we have," Miss Evans said. She described the once very poorly cat as "like a big furry panther, now". Sardine sleeps on her bed but his presence is not welcomed by two of her other pets. "My Jack Russell terrier and big Labrador are a little scared by Sardine. When he's sitting in a doorway they won't cross his path," Miss Evans said. "But when I look at him now, and think this time last year he out there in the cold all alone, I just think how lucky I am to have him here with me now."
The Dutch led 33-17 at half-time and continued to dominate the encounter. Great Britain were beaten 89-78 in the semi-finals by the USA, who will play Germany in decider on Friday evening. The British were aiming to clinch the country's first ever women's wheelchair basketball Paralympics medal. Morrow, 16, was introduced to wheelchair basketball three years ago by Disability Sport Northern Ireland's Wheelchair Basketball Performance Officer Phil Robinson. 2015 was a remarkable year for the Cullybackey College student as she helped the British senior team win European Championship bronze after making her debut earlier in the season, in addition to helping the British Under-25 squad clinch World Championship gold. Away from the basketball court, Katie is a highly talented swimmer having been a club-mate of Ireland star Danielle Hill in a Larne squad which claimed relay medals at Irish and British Age-Group Championships.
The crash happened at Cassiobury Park on Tuesday afternoon. Jeff Price, who owns the railway, said one woman was taken by her family to hospital for a cut on the head and there were a number of "grazed knees". Watford Borough Council said no-one was seriously hurt, but the Health and Safety Executive had been informed. Daniel Reichmann, 26, from Edgware, who was on the train with about 10 other family members, said five minutes into the ride there was "a bang and a crash and a jolt". He said there were "a number of screams" as one of the carriages derailed and the others behind crashed into it. Mr Reichmann, a volunteer paramedic and part of the Reichmann family who built Canary Wharf in London, said: "About two or three children were trapped under one of the carriages, but we managed to lift it off. One or two people were thrown out of the carriage. "There was a lot of screaming, but I assessed the children and there were no broken bones or serious injuries. "The driver was clearly shocked and immediately offered to refund the ride." Mr Price said the problem occurred with a faulty spring on one of the carriages, which has since been removed from service. He said other matters were being dealt with to "mitigate any future risk". Watford Borough Council, which owns the park but leases the railway to Mr Price, said: "Nobody was seriously injured and the ambulance service was not called to the area. "The children's train operator will be submitting a report, setting out what has happened to the Health and Safety Executive and they will determine if further investigation and action is needed."
Freeza Meats Ltd was also fined £22,500 for fraudulently selling burgers to which beef hearts had been added. The company, which no longer trades, was at the centre of a horsemeat scandal in 2013. The former director of the company later said his firm did nothing wrong. A court heard that an investigation by Newry and Mourne District Council (NMDC) exposed the fraud. Freeza Meats was originally charged with 71 offences, involving failure to comply with EC food regulations. The Newry court heard that Freeza Meats had bought almost 655,000 tonnes of beef hearts to use in their supermarket products. Labels on burger products did not identify the beef hearts as a separate ingredient. EC Regulations state that beef hearts cannot be considered a meat product. Freeza Meats also admitted packaging Halal burgers that were not Halal. The court heard they had used meat not slaughtered in Halal ways to save themselves the extra expensive of hiring a Muslim preacher to prepare it. However, it was stressed that none of the fake Halal meat had been sold to Asda supermarket. The council's environmental health department, together with the Food Standards Agency, detected the illegal operation after an extensive and costly investigation. The council faces court costs of £32,669 and a bill for £39,000 for its forensic work. In court in Newry on Monday, a defence lawyer said his client had pleaded guilty at the earliest opportunity and had not committed any further offences. He said that even though the products misled the customer, health had not been at risk. The district judge said public confidence had been damaged. He said the products were "cheaper substitutes" used to benefit the company financially. The public are entitled to know that their food is fit for purpose, he said.
13 January 2017 Last updated at 11:30 GMT The locals in the town celebrate it on the 13th because they follow the Julian calendar rather than the Gregorian calendar which is used by most of the UK. Children walk from house to house and sing traditional Welsh language songs. In return they are given gifts, sweets or money. Have a watch to hear about it from the kids themselves.
Former Supt Gordon Anglesea, 78, denies two indecent assaults and one serious sexual assault against one boy, and the indecent assault of another. His trial at Mold Crown Court has been told that Mr Anglesea allegedly had links to convicted paedophiles. It includes John Allen, who was jailed for life in 2014 for abusing children. In video evidence played to the jury on Thursday, one former resident of the now closed Bryn Alyn children's home, Wrexham, described how Allen took him to different locations where he would be sexually abused. In police interviews played to the court, the former resident, now an adult in his 40s, said: "It went on for months and months. "I just got used as a toy - that's the top and bottom of it." He described one occasion where he was taken to a property in Mold, Flintshire, where the prosecution has claimed he was abused by a man - later named as Mr Anglesea, of Old Colwyn, who was a police inspector based in Wrexham in the mid-1980s. "One fella there, I can't remember his name, he was a nasty horrible piece of work," he said when quizzed by police. "He has like a birthmark on his face and he had glasses. He's something to do with the police." The witness said the individual threatened him. "He was saying I'd never see my parents again, he would send me away, he had the power to send me away, far, far away, and I'd never see my family again." He said he was told he "was scum". Asked how he knew the individual was a police officer, he said: "I've heard it mentioned - I don't know by who. He's something to do with authority." The witness told police he now hated himself following the abuse he suffered while at Bryn Alyn. "I can't let it go," he said. On the first day of the trial on Wednesday, the prosecution told the jury that the alleged victims and witnesses had led "troubled" lives and Mr Anglesea's defence case was that the allegations were simply "lies and inventions". Eleanor Laws QC, prosecuting, said: "The prosecution say that Gordon Anglesea knew he was safe, who would believe them against him, at that time a high ranking police officer? "And that of course is his defence now: look at who they are, how can you believe them?" The trial continues.
Robbie Henshaw, Tom McCartney and Matt Healy scored second-half tries as Connacht won a fifth straight league game for the first time since 2002. Three Craig Ronaldson penalties helped the home side lead 9-5 at the break with Jayden Hayward scoring the first of two tries for the visitors. As Connacht chased a bonus point, Edoardo Gori scored a late Treviso try. Two Ronaldson penalties put Connacht 6-0 ahead after 20 minutes but Treviso hit back with Hayward sprinting clear for the opening try after 26 minutes. Ronaldson's third penalty gave Connacht a four-point interval lead before Henshaw, playing at full-back in his first Connacht appearance since the World Cup, went over in the corner two minutes after the restart. Hayward scored a second Treviso try soon after but replacement hooker Tom McCartney rumbled over after a good Connacht line-out in the 51st minute. Healy grabbed a third try with five minutes remaining and though Connacht chased a fourth-try bonus point in the closing minutes, they lost possession and Italy scrum-half Gori grabbed a consolation try for the visitors. Connacht: Robbie Henshaw, Tiernan O'Halloran, Bundee Aki, Craig Ronaldson, Matt Healy, Jack Carty, John Cooney, Denis Buckley, Dave Heffernan, Nathan White, Ultan Dillane, Andrew Browne, John Muldoon (capt), Nepia Fox-Matamua, Eoin McKeon. Replacements: Tom McCartney, Finlay Bealham, 18. Rodney Ah You, Aly Muldowney, Eoghan Masterson, Kieran Marmion, AJ MacGinty, Darragh Leader. Benetton Treviso: Jayden Hayward, Andrea Pratichetti, Tommaso Iannone, Enrico Bacchin, Simone Ragusi, Luke McLean, Alberto Lucchese, Braam Steyn, Alessandro Zanni (capt), Marco Barbini, Jeff Montauriol, Filo Paulo, Rupert Harden, Luca Bigi, Matteo Zanusso. Replacements: Davide Giazzon, Matteo Muccignat, Simone Ferrari, Dean Budd, Marco Lazzaroni, Andrea De Marchi, Edoardo Gori, Sam Christie. Referee: Ian Davies (WRU).
Yandex's online payment service gave the FSB personal information about users who donated money to an anti-corruption website launched by the Russian blogger Alexey Navalny. The disclosure follows a warning by Yandex about the legal and political risks associated with investing in Russia, ahead of its planned listing in New York. Yandex plans to raise up to $1bn (£600m) through a listing on Nasdaq. In its prospectus, issued to the US Securities and Exchange Commission last week, the company warned that businesses in Russia "may be subject to aggressive application of contradictory or ambiguous laws or regulations, or to politically-motivated actions". The Russian legal system is characterised in the document by: The company also warned that the degree of uncertainty will grow as the 2012 presidential elections approach. Russia is one of the few countries where Google is not the dominant search engine. Yandex holds 65% of the Russian internet search market while Google has 21.8%. "Yandex has a very good position in Russia and some of the former Soviet countries, being the most popular search engine", says analyst Lilit Gevorgyan from IHS Global Insight. "However, when you hear news that the FSB forced Yandex to reveal the payments through Yandex.Money, it hits the most painful spot: transparency and state intervention." Some experts say this episode will not affect the company's IPO plans. "All big funds who plan to invest a lot of money in Russia are already aware of these risks," says Georgy Voronkov, analyst from Investcafe research company. Yandex plans to follow in the footsteps of another Russian Internet group, Mail.ru, which at the end of last year raised $912m in London.
Barrow, 24, has scored once in 51 Premier League appearances for the Swans. Pedraza, 20, who helped Spain win the Uefa European Under-19 Championship, has been on loan at CD Lugo in the Spanish second tier. Both players could feature against Huddersfield on Sunday. Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page or visit our Premier League tracker here.
"There's this constant stress when I go for a bus as to whether there's going to be a space or not," says Doug Paulley who has used a wheelchair for 12 years. "I'm scanning the queue for people with pushchairs or when the bus is pulling in I'm looking at the wheelchair space. There exists this permanent threat I won't be able to get on." And Mr Paulley's story is a common one. Although by law buses must have a space for wheelchair users, being able to access it is one of the main problems disabled passengers say they face. In February 2012, Mr Paulley, from Wetherby, West Yorkshire, was prevented from travelling on a First bus to Leeds because the driver refused to insist that a mother with a pushchair should leave the space because it would wake up her baby. It was "the straw that broke the camel's back" and spurred him to take legal action against one of the country's biggest bus companies, resulting in a landmark victory. "That day in February resulted in me not using a bus again for a year," said Mr Paulley, who suffers from a neurological condition. "I lost all confidence and couldn't face it anymore. "I ended up late for a family day out. It was an embarrassing and stressful journey and I'd just had enough." Mr Paulley lives in a care home with 17 other disabled people and said many of the people there had also suffered from the same problem. "We tend to have enough going on just by being disabled and thinking about whether we'll able to get on the bus or not is an extra barrier," he added. Following a legal battle lasting 18 months, a judge ruled in September the incident was unlawful discrimination in breach of the Equality Act 2010, which applies to all transport providers. First Bus was ordered to change its policy. But if the law requires buses to provide wheelchair space, then why did Mr Paulley end up in court? According to his lawyer Chris Fry, without any previous case law or precedent, it was left to individual bus companies to interpret how far they would go to make sure the legal obligation was met. "Some bus companies have decided not to take ownership of the problem and have left it to passengers to resolve between themselves," he added. "Someone in a wheelchair may have had a lot to deal with during their day and the last thing they want to do is get on a bus and fight for their opportunity to travel. "I think bus companies have got away with what they know to be a vulnerable area and that's enabled them to duck the issue." And months earlier, a similar attempt by a group of disabled passengers in Darlington failed, meaning a successful result for Mr Paulley and his legal team was questionable. The bus driver in Mr Paulley's case said he had refused to intervene because the company
The 14 year-old was rescued by the RNLI Tenby Lifeboat crew after suffering suspected spinal and head injuries on Thursday. Milford Haven Coastguard was alerted to the incident at Barafundle Bay, near Stackpole, shortly after 15.20 GMT.
Coke said that suppliers in Venezuela will "temporarily cease operations due to a lack of raw materials". The announcement comes after the country's biggest brewer, Empresas Polar, closed plants due to a barley shortage. Venezuela's economy has contracted sharply as oil prices plunge. A Coca-Cola spokesperson said the company would continue producing sugarless drinks such as Coca-Cola Light (Diet Coke). "We are engaging with suppliers, government authorities and our associates to take the necessary actions for a prompt solution," she said. Sugarcane production has been falling due to price controls and rising production costs, as well as problems in obtaining fertiliser. As a result, many smaller farmers have turned to other crops that are not price controlled and thus generate higher income. Venezuela is expected to produce 430,000 tonnes of sugarcane in 2016/17, down from 450,000 tonnes for the previous 12 months, and import 850,000 tonnes of raw and refined sugar, according to USDA figures. The economic problems have forced many consumers to queue for hours to buy basic foodstuffs. Venezuela's economy is expected to shrink by 8% in 2016 after it contracted by 5.8% last year. Its reliance on oil to generate foreign currency and investment has made it a victim of regular recessions. President Nicolas Maduro has instituted a state of emergency in an effort to combat the economic crisis. Critics argue it is an attempt to strengthen his grip on power. Meanwhile, tyre maker Bridgestone said on Monday it was selling its Venezuelan business after six decades in the country. The company's Venezuelan assets will be sold to Grupo Corimon. Other multinational firms such as Ford, Procter & Gamble and Halliburton have either slowed or abandoned their investments in Venezuela.
The price rise will take effect on 1 December, and is the highest increase announced by any supplier so far. SSE will increase prices by 8.2% from 15 November and British Gas said prices would go up by 9.2% on 23 November. The Npower increase includes an electricity price rise of 9.3% and a gas price rise of 11.1%. The move will affect 3.1 million customers. The change will add an extra £137 to an annual average dual-fuel bill, taking it to £1,459. Between August and December last year, the "big six" energy companies outlined price rises of between 6% and 10.8%. "I know that any increases to household bills are always unwelcome, and this is not a decision that we have taken lightly. We will continue to take steps where we can to reduce the impact of the external influences on energy bills," said Paul Massara, chief executive of Npower. Npower echoed the view of the other suppliers by saying that the rise was the result of cost increases in delivering energy to homes, fulfilling government schemes and raw materials. The company said that it "aimed" to make a profit of five pence in the pound, which it regarded as a "fair return" for delivering energy reliably to people's homes and for the risks it has to take on. Clare Francis, of price comparison website Moneysupermarket, said she expected the other major suppliers to follow suit with price rises. "The domino effect has really kicked in," she said. But Npower said that all suppliers faced the same pressures on costs, so there was a "natural tendency" for prices to move at the same time. "When Tesco puts up the price of a loaf of bread by 5p no-one is surprised if Sainsbury's do the same because they are subject to the same costs. We are clear that the market is competitive," the company said. It also challenged the view that prices shot up when wholesale costs went up but fell slowly after wholesale costs dropped. Yet, Stephen Fitzpatrick, the founder of Ovo Energy, said that he had not seen any rises in wholesale prices recently. The company, one of the smallest energy suppliers in the UK, put up prices earlier in the year. The energy price increases have coincided with considerable political debate about the cost to households. Labour leader Ed Miliband has pledged a price freeze for 20 months if his party wins the next election. But Prime Minister David Cameron branded Mr Miliband's price freeze plan as a "con", saying that he did not have control over the worldwide price of gas. Mr Massara, of Npower, said that the Labour proposal was "superficially attractive", but it would not lead to lower sustainable prices. "It doesn't cut the growing costs of supplying energy. Only 16% of the bill is under our control and imposing price controls discourages investment, increases uncertainty and ultimately leads to higher prices," he said. The latest price rise comes on the day the government
Most fall by the wayside - often because they're controversial or somewhat niche. There's also only a limited time in which they can come before the House, and those which miss that cut can only be saved with government support. But others make real waves and change the way we live. The Abortion Act 1967 - the piece of law that legalised terminations - was a PMB, for example. So too was the bill which ended capital punishment in Britain - the Murder (Abolition of the Death Penalty) Act 1965. More recently, the Sunbeds (Regulation) Act 2010 came from a Private Members' Bill from Labour MP Julie Morgan and now bans the use of commercial tanning equipment by under-18s. And Conservative Cheryl Gillan's Private Members' Bill became the Autism Act 2009, which puts a legal duty on councils and NHS services to look after people with autism. So what have the latest crop of MPs chosen to press for? Here's a selection of their efforts: Labour MP for Stockton North Alex Cunningham wants to make it an offence to smoke in a car when children are present. While accepting it's a private space, he believes leaving it to individual discretion is not good enough and a ban would have "tremendous" health benefits. He's backed by medical organisations. But Mr Cunnigham hasn't so far been able to get government support for the idea - during Prime Minister's Questions, David Cameron said he'd "look carefully" at it, but would need "to have a serious think before we take that step". This is an example of a Private Members' Bill breaking through and becoming law. Conservative MP Mark Lancaster's Coinage (Measurement) Bill - now Act - paved the way for the Royal Mint to be allowed to strike a 22-carat gold, one kilogram coin to commemorate the 2012 London Olympics. Before that, producing coins outside regulation weights was illegal. If you want to get your hands on a mega-coin, 60 of them designed by eminent sculptor Sir Anthony Caro - and worth £100,000 each - are being made. Lib Dem David Ward made it his mission to save the humble cheque after the Payments Council, a banking industry body, had announced it would be scrapped in 2018. As it turned out, he wasn't the only one determined to keep the cheque alive and after widespread criticism from charities and other MPs, the council relented and said it would stay "as long as customers need them". Standing on the terraces at football grounds was banned following the Hillsborough disaster of 1989, but Lib Dem MP Don Foster wants standing to return. His bill would allow clubs to build limited standing areas and set the safety criteria that those must meet. The Premier League has said it's against the idea, although the Scottish Premier League has given it the green light.. Mr Foster is clearly a man with a range of leisure pursuits because he also has a live music PMB. It seeks a relaxation
The first blaze was reported at about 21:10 on Tuesday at a Sunset Beach salon in Broomfield Road. Fires were reported at two other Sunset Beach salons in Springburn Way on the following day. Emergency services attended and the fires were extinguished. Police are treating all three as wilful. No-one was injured in the incidents.
The blocking order will require UK Internet Service Providers (ISPs) to prevent people from illegally accessing streams of its matches. It will allow the league to combat the illicit sale and use of devices such as pre-loaded IPTV and Kodi boxes. A similar order was obtained for the final two months of the 2016-17 season. That saw more then 5,000 server IP addresses blocked that had previously been streaming Premier League content. Sky and BT Sport hold the live rights for Premier League football. The two firms paid a record £5.136bn for rights to show live matches for three seasons. Kodi is free software, built by volunteers, that is designed to bring videos, music, games and photographs together in one easy-to-use application. Some shops sell set-top boxes and TV sticks known as Kodi boxes, preloaded with the software. The developers behind Kodi say their software does not contain any content of its own and is designed to play legally owned media or content "freely available" on the internet. However, the software can be modified with third-party add-ons that provide access to pirated copies of films and TV series, or provide free access to subscription television channels and programmes, including sports events. The English top flight League is currently undertaking its biggest ever copyright protection programme. Its anti-piracy efforts have also contributed to a range of prominent apps and add-ons being closed down as the law catches up with them. "This blocking order is a game-changer in our efforts to tackle the supply and use of illicit streams of our content," said Premier League Director of Legal Services, Kevin Plumb. "It will allow us to quickly and effectively block and disrupt the illegal broadcast of Premier League football via any means, including so called 'pre-loaded Kodi boxes'. "The protection of our copyright, and the investment made by our broadcast partners, is hugely important to the Premier League and the future health of English football." A recent poll of 1,000 people for BBC 5 live Daily found:
There were no immediate reports of casualties in the Green Zone, which houses government buildings and foreign embassies in Baghdad. Earlier on Saturday, thousands of protesters, demanding electoral reform, tried to storm the area. Police fired tear gas. At least 200 people are reported to be hurt. The protesters, mostly supporters of the Shia cleric Moqtada al-Sadr, want changes to the electoral commission that oversees elections. They say the commission is not independent because all its members are linked to political parties. Pro-Sadr protesters have entered the Green Zone during previous protests. It is not clear who fired the missiles into the area on Saturday. However, military officials said several Katyusha-style rockets seem to have been fired from the eastern district of Baladiyat, where Sadr is reported to have a lot of followers.
Ex-West Brom and Grenada striker Facey was found guilty of conspiring to bribe non-league players. But football is not alone - cricket, snooker, and horse-racing, to name a few - have all been hit by scandals in recent years. As well as breaking sports' rules, and the moral ones of fair play, the criminal gangs behind the match-fixing are also inflicting huge potential damage on the economics of sports. While organised crime launders an estimated £85bn ($134bn) a year through sport match-fixing, the cost to each individual game can also be huge. Sporting credibility is damaged, spectators are denied a fair spectacle, and the value that commercial partners such as sponsors and broadcasters put on a tainted sport will fall. "Supporters will be turned off if they feel that what they watch is not genuine," warns Gerard Elias QC, a barrister who is chair of discipline for the England and Wales Cricket Board. "Watching sport these days is not cheap, TV deals are huge and vital to most sports, and these big revenue streams can be turned off if people do not believe that what they are watching is genuine." Speaking at a conference entitled Integrity and Athletes Welfare, run by the arbitration body Sport Resolutions, he adds: "Players must be playing to win, and not for financial gain off the field. Diminished spectator interest will have huge financial implications." He says that fixing the final outcome of a match is not the major threat to sport in the UK these days, rather it is fixing an aspect of a match or performance which may not affect the final result - what is known as "spot-fixing". This can be kicking a ball into touch at a certain point of a rugby game, missing a penalty kick, bowling a series of wide deliveries, or losing the first frame of a snooker match. Those who have bribed players can then make millions from gambling on these crooked outcomes, with the bets staked with illegal bookmakers based in other parts of the world, including south Asia, and operating outside the jurisdiction of the UK sports authorities. Mr Elias chaired the disciplinary tribunal into allegations of spot-fixing involving former Essex player Mervyn Westfield and ex-Pakistan leg spinner Danish Kaneria, which saw them banned from professional cricket for five years and for life respectively. Westfield was banned after admitting to a corruption charge relating to a 40-over game against Durham in September 2009 and Kaneria was found guilty of "cajoling and pressurising" team-mate Westfield into accepting cash to concede a number of runs in that Pro40 match in 2009. Snooker has also been hit by the high-profile case of Stephen Lee, who was banned in 2013 for 12 years for match-fixing. Lee, who had been a professional for more than 20 years and the winner of five ranking titles, was found to have fixed outcomes in seven matches in 2008 and 2009. Nigel Mawer is vice-chair of the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA)
Scottish Labour put forward a motion urging the government to step in over a series of proposals to close or downgrade NHS services. Health Secretary Shona Robison insisted that no final decisions had been made about any of the services mentioned. But the Tories, Greens and Lib Dems united behind Labour, with the SNP abstaining in the final vote. The motion only calls on the government to step in over the plans, so does not bind the minority administration to any action. The SNP narrowly avoided a defeat over tax reform a week ago only after Labour leader Kezia Dugdale's vote did not register. Labour's motion for the NHS debate highlighted proposed changes to services at the Vale of Leven Hospital, the Royal Alexandra Hospital, Inverclyde Hospital, Monklands Hospital, Lightburn Hospital, the Royal Hospital for Sick Children and the Centre for Integrative Care. The party argued that the proposals "constitute major changes in service provision" and therefore should be decided on by ministers rather than local health boards. Opening the debate, Labour's Anas Sarwar said MSPs "can and should speak with one voice", and "put political partisanship to one side" over the issue. He said: "Our NHS staff are facing ever-increasing stress whilst services face the axe. We have to do something. These cuts will have a direct impact on them and on patient care. "It would be completely unacceptable for the SNP government to sit back and watch vital local services be hit with cuts, closures or downgrades. Especially when the SNP promised these services would be safe before the election. "I reach out across this chamber to other constituency MSPs affected by these proposals. Today we have an opportunity to put aside our party allegiances and work together to protect our local NHS services." However, Ms Robison said no final decisions had been made about any of the services cited in the debate, saying health boards were continuing to consult on them in the "proper and responsible way". She said there was an "established, robust process" in place to make decisions, saying Labour were "quite inappropriately" trying to cut across the work of the Scottish Health Council. She said: "This government remains committed to robust, evidence-based policy making. I am prepared to take difficult decisions where the evidence supports it. "What we will not countenance is change being dictated to local communities as has happened in the past under a Labour administration. "Local people can be assured that this government will always focus our approach on providing as many services locally as possible, and our record in government stands in stark contrast to that of the previous administration." Tory MSP Donald Cameron said his party would back Labour over the issue, saying the government should "at the very least take a view" on the proposals instead of "sitting on its hands". He said: "There is clearly a wider public interest at stake here. There is widespread public concern about the public services changes in issue. "Given the public
Winger Jefferson Montero is back in full training but will not feature. Jeff Hendrick returns for Burnley after completing a three-game ban but striker Ashley Barnes is suspended after being sent off against Hull. Steven Defour and Johann Berg Gudmundsson remain sidelined with respective hamstring and knee injuries. John Roder: "Swansea's win at Turf Moor on the opening day in August was one of only three Premier League victories the Swans would manage before the New Year, while it was a rare home defeat for the Clarets. "Burnley started a run of four consecutive away matches with a draw at Hull last weekend to earn only their second point on their travels this season. "Swansea, transformed under Paul Clement, are entering a crucial set of fixtures. After Burnley, they play fellow strugglers Hull, Bournemouth and Middlesbrough. "This match could be another tight affair. I wouldn't be too surprised if a single goal settles it, yet again." Twitter: @johnrodercomm Swansea City head coach Paul Clement: "We are all very aware of the run we have coming now with the three games in March and Middlesbrough at the start of April. "We have come off the back end of a difficult run of games and picked up a good amount of points against teams in and around us. "That is what we are going to have to do on Saturday. We're very aware that this a crucial period for us, this run of four games, but we are really only focusing on getting a result against Burnley." Burnley manager Sean Dyche on Andre Gray and Michael Keane being linked to other clubs: "It's a very different business from 10 years ago. I heard another manager the other day speak completely openly about someone else's player. I couldn't believe what I was hearing." "The way it is now, it's just people throwing names around willy-nilly about who they want, who they can get, what their contract situation is. "It's not a private business any more. You have to adapt to it and be flexible within it. It's all you can do." Burnley created some chances against Hull but Swansea are much improved at the back these days. Eventually, at some point, Burnley will end their long wait for an away win, but I don't see it happening in Wales. Prediction: 1-1 Lawro's full predictions v former England cricket captain David Gower Head-to-head Swansea City Burnley SAM (Sports Analytics Machine) is a super-computer created by @ProfIanMcHale at the University of Salford that is used to predict the outcome of football matches.
The man, who lives in north London, was a resident at St Francis Boys Home, in Shefford, near Bedford, in the 1960s. He has told police he was abused at the home, which closed in 1974, by priest Father John Ryan who died in 2008. He told the BBC that Father Ryan said he could get out of punishment if he allowed the priest to abuse him. The victim, who is now in his 50s and cannot named for legal reasons, said: "Father Ryan abused me. He used to make up reasons to punish us. "He (Father Ryan) used to get me up to his office. Then he turned round and said 'If you let me fondle you, I won't hit you'. "It took place every six months. I was a pet. He ruined those years. It was terrible." He said he hoped the police investigation uncovered the truth about the abuse and hoped the church would apologise to him and other boys who were abused. Bedfordshire Police said: "We have received a complaint concerning St Francis Boys Home and are in the early stages of an investigation." A Northamptonshire diocesan spokesman, who also represents the St Francis Children's Society, said it would be inappropriate to comment as there could be "legal and police implications". Another ex-resident of the orphanage Gordon McIntosh, 63, of Roehampton, south-west London, said a group of former residents were looking at starting legal action and a reunion was taking place on 22 June. He recalled regular physical beatings by Father Ryan. Damian Chittock, 51, of Tower Hamlets, east London, who said he was physically abused by staff at the home, added: "What we want is justice. We want people to stand up and say, 'it is not acceptable'." He called on the charity which ran the home - now called the St Francis Children's Society - and the church to issue an apology to boys at the home who were allegedly abused. Mr Chittock previously took the home to court in the 1990s and received a settlement of more than £30,000 over alleged physical abuse by Father Ryan.
The 34-year-old former soldier, who rides with a prosthetic leg, guided Rathlin Rose to victory in the Royal Artillery Gold Cup at Sandown. Captain Disney lost his lower right leg when his vehicle was hit by a grenade while serving in Afghanistan in 2009. Disney, who came third in the race on Ballyallia Man in 2015, said: "To ride a winner here is very, very special." The David Pipe-trained Rathlin Rose was the 13-8 favourite and came through to claim the extended three-mile contest by four and a half lengths from Ardkilly Witness. The annual meeting at Sandown is more than 150 years old and restricted to horses owned or leased by those who are serving or have served in the Royal Artillery. "I've been phenomenally lucky," Disney said. "I've been amazingly well looked after - people have had it far worse than I have. Some don't make it back. "It was quite frustrating when there was a lot of fuss for finishing third in 2015 - anyone who is in this wants to win it. It's just nice to go a few places better now." Pipe, who trains Rathlin Rose at Pond House stables in Somerset, said: "It's fantastic. He's inspirational to everyone. It puts things into context. "I didn't appreciate how big a thing it is. Guy was very excited about it. He was speechless afterwards and just said 'thank you'." BBC racing correspondent Cornelius Lysaght All the stories of service personnel who fight to rebuild their lives after suffering life-changing injuries act as inspiration, none more so than Guy Disney's. He had been a winning point-to-point jockey before the Afghan incident, and applied for a riding licence afterwards, but the authorities were not at all keen. There then followed a lot of the proverbial blood, sweat and tears to get one before Disney's efforts were finally rewarded in late 2014. The emotion of this occasion was high, and it was impossible not to be touched on hearing him speak of there being "a lot of things to think about, like the lads who aren't here".
Last week, a serving Royal Marine, Ciarán Maxwell, was arrested in Somerset as part of the investigation after searches in Larne and Devon. The 30-year-old marine is still being questioned. The arrest is understood to be connected to the discovery of two arms dumps near the County Antrim town earlier this year. These finds were thought to be linked to dissident republican paramilitaries.
It said uncertainty about the referendum's result and "paralysis" in government contributed to the negative mood. The FSB claimed increasing numbers of companies were planning job cuts. Firms prepared to invest were down by almost a third compared to a year ago. Mike Cherry, FSB chairman, said the increase in labour and administrative costs also played a role. More than a thousand of his members were questioned for the survey between April and May. He called on the government to ensure continued access to the single market in "whatever form that takes". "We're calling, along with others, for spending on physical infrastructure particularly in the north, for the trans-Pennine route to be done, digital infrastructure to be advanced and the announcement last week to put air capacity on hold by holding back on Heathrow, on Gatwick or anywhere else frankly was not helpful," he added. Mr Cherry said for the first time since 2009, the UK faced a real chance of recession. "To head this off, we need to do everything we can to support small firms to grow, create jobs and weather the harsh economic headwinds."
The shake-up of portfolios by EU Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker has upset many MEPs, the BBC's Chris Morris reports from Brussels. The UK's Lord Hill has been assigned to financial services and capital markets. His hearing is on Wednesday. MEPs can block Commission appointments. Each would-be commissioner faces a public grilling lasting several hours. Many of the questions will be about technical details of policy, less than three weeks after the nominees found out which job each of them had been given. The hearings will be televised live on the European Parliament website. Among those under particular pressure from MEPs are the Spanish and Hungarian nominees, as well as Lord Hill, our correspondent says. A former lobbyist, he is likely to come under close scrutiny because of the Conservatives' Euroscepticism and concern about the power of bankers in the City of London. The hearings will begin with Sweden's Cecilia Malmstroem (Trade), followed by Karmenu Vella of Malta (Environment, Maritime Affairs and Fisheries). The parliament is scheduled to vote on whether to approve the new Commission as a whole on 22 October. There is particular concern among Green and Liberal MEPs that the climate action and energy jobs will be merged in one post, in the hands of a Spanish conservative, Miguel Arias Canete. Some MEPs are also worried about having Hungary's Tibor Navracsics in charge of education, culture, youth and citizenship. A former Hungarian justice minister, he is close to Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who clashed with EU officials over alleged curbs on civil liberties. The European Commission took legal action against Mr Orban's government over several new laws, including data protection policy and the judiciary. Vytenis Andriukaitis (Lithuania) Health and food safety Miguel Arias Canete (Spain) Climate action and energy Dimitris Avramopoulos (Greece) Migration and home affairs Elzbieta Bienkowska (Poland) Internal market, industry, entrepreneurship and SMEs (small and medium-sized businesses) Corina Cretu (Romania) Regional policy Johannes Hahn (Austria) European neighbourhood policy and enlargement negotiations Jonathan Hill (UK) Financial stability, financial services and capital markets union Phil Hogan (Ireland) Agriculture and rural development Vera Jourova (Czech Republic) Justice, consumers and gender equality Cecilia Malmstroem (Sweden) Trade Neven Mimica (Croatia) International co-operation and development Carlos Moedas (Portugal) Research, science and innovation Pierre Moscovici (France) Economic and financial affairs, taxation and customs Tibor Navracsics (Hungary) Education, culture, youth and citizenship Guenther Oettinger (Germany) Digital economy and society Maros Sefcovic (Slovakia) Transport and space Christos Stylianides (Cyprus) Humanitarian aid and crisis management Marianne Thyssen (Belgium) Employment, social affairs, skills and labour mobility Karmenu Vella (Malta) Environment, maritime affairs and fisheries Margrethe Vestager (Denmark) Competition
Under plans, cars, vans and small buses will pay £3 when the Severn crossings go into public ownership about 2018 while lorries and coaches will pay £10. The Federation of Small Businesses has been making the call for years. CBI Wales director Ian Price said it would be a "clear and powerful" signal the next UK government was committed to growing the Welsh economy. Mr Price, whose organisation represents some of the countries largest employers, added: "The UK's hard-won reputation as a predictable, pro-enterprise economy must be protected - the world is watching, "Abolishing the tolls has a cost but it could deliver an instant boost to the economy and would knit the economies of south Wales and the south west of England even closer together, helping to share prosperity and improve competition." Calls for the Severn Bridge tolls to be scrapped were made in a House of Commons debate on their future earlier this year.