N-Dubz have said they are "grateful" to be nominated for four awards at this year's Mobos. J Craig Venter was one of the most controversial scientists of the 20th Century. Australia has asked Israel to withdraw a diplomat from its embassy in Canberra over the use of forged Australian passports. The 70th anniversary of the evacuation of Dunkirk during World War Two is being marked by the Royal Navy. The leader of India's Maoist rebel group has told the BBC he will not allow anyone to attack trains anywhere in the country. TV presenter John Dodd has been named the best-selling record of the 1960s. Scotland's ski resorts have reported a record number of visitors this winter. Five former Argentine military officials have gone on trial in the capital, Buenos Aires. A video game dedicated to Mexican wrestling has been launched at the E3 video game show in Los Angeles. It's been more than 50 years since To Kill a Mockingbird was published. Former pupils in Aberdeen are being asked to take part in a Scottish health study. The National Portrait Gallery (NPG) has launched a fundraising campaign to buy a painting of an 18th Century slave. MPs have backed plans to raise VAT from 17.5% to 20% in England and Wales. An Orange hall in County Antrim has been vandalised. Children as young as 10 were involved in rioting in Belfast, the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has said. The Iraq invasion "undoubtedly increased the level of terrorist threat" to the UK, the former head of MI5 has said. The main structure of Europe's biggest space telescope has been moved. The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall have visited Brixton in south London. One of China's most famous explorers, Zheng He, is back. New traffic lights are to be installed at a junction where work is under way to ease congestion. A new curriculum has been introduced in Scotland's secondary schools. One of the UK's richest men, Sir Philip Green, has been appointed by the government to review government spending. A Rolls-Royce car once owned by Hollywood actress Diana Dors has been sold at auction in New York for $3m (£2.1m). The UK's biggest supermarkets are selling school uniforms for less than ??5 a year, research suggests. The BBC's director general is to set out his vision for the corporation at this year's Edinburgh International Festival. Irish actor John Lally, best known for his roles in Glenroe and Ballykissangel, has died at the age of 67. The trial of a senior member of the Ampatuan family has begun in the Philippines. Parents are increasingly asking for their children to eat more vegetables at home, a survey suggests. Oxfordshire's private sector would be "foolish" not to help the public sector, a business leader has warned. EastEnders and Emmerdale were the big winners at this year's Baftas. David Cameron's father Ian has died at the age of 83. US scientists have developed "skins" that can be flexible. Delegates at the TUC have backed calls for unions to co-ordinate industrial action against government cuts. Taoiseach (Irish Prime Minister) Brian Cowen has apologised for his performance in a live TV interview on Monday. At the Natural History Museum in London, the body of flies is hidden inside. The owners of an animal park in Ceredigion have been fined for illegally keeping endangered animals. Scientists say they have discovered a gene which may be the cause of male infertility. A council has voted to ban its staff from having a cigarette in their own time. The OLPC organisation has received a £1m grant to fund development of a tablet version of its XO laptop. The death toll from flooding in Indonesia's West Java province has risen to 104, officials say. A British soldier killed in an explosion in southern Afghanistan has been named by the Ministry of Defence. Actor Martin Freeman is to receive the American Film Institute's (AFI) Lifetime Achievement award. A memorial to Merseyside soldiers who fought in the Spanish Civil War has been unveiled in north London. Hundreds of spiderlings have been released into the wild at a nature reserve in Suffolk. Yorkshire should have its own budget, former Home Secretary David Blunkett has said. When Joba Rani's crops were destroyed in a village in northern Bangladesh, she had to sell three of them. Electrical stimulation of the brain can improve maths ability, say researchers at the University of Bristol. The number of people killed by flooding in Haiti has risen to more than 7,000, the health ministry says. French author Michel Houellebecq has won the prestigious Goncourt Prize for literature for his novel The Map and the Territory. Ethiopians have paid tribute to one of the country's most famous runners. Iraqis went to the polls in March to elect a new government. Wales is one of the world's most famous place names. Plans for a vertical pier in a County Durham town have been given the go-ahead. Rescue workers in Colombia are searching for survivors of a landslide in the north-eastern city of Medellin. Experts are heading to the Red Sea to investigate a series of shark attacks off the Egyptian coast. The UK is among the worst in Europe for health, according to a new report. HMS Ocean is to be withdrawn from service, Defence Secretary Liam Fox has announced. Dog owners in Oxford could face tougher penalties under plans being considered by the city council. Exposure to the sun in the middle of the day is "probably a safe balance" between adequate vitamin D levels and any risk of skin cancer, experts say. Last month, El Salvador's national police took to the streets of the capital, El Salvador. At least 26 people have been killed in a pipeline explosion in central Mexico, officials say. Police investigating the disappearance of Joanna Yeates have released a video of her buying a pizza. A yellow "be aware" warning for ice has been issued for parts of Scotland. Macau's gambling revenue hit a record high in 2010, according to official figures. Scottish singer-songwriter Gerry Rafferty has died at the age of 69. The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that Lithuania discriminated against former President Edgars Paksas in 2004. One of the UK's most famous paintings has been saved after a campaign raised more than £1m. Thousands of Afghans have protested in the capital, Kabul, against Iran's blockage of fuel exports. Fidel Castro was Cuba's first revolutionary. Abdelbaset Ali al-Megrahi has been found guilty of the 1988 bombing of Pan Am flight 103. At least 102 people have been killed in a stampede in the southern Indian state of Kerala, police say. A US judge has sentenced a Guantanamo Bay detainee to life in prison over the 1998 bombings of US embassies. Shane Meadows is to return to Channel 4 with a sequel to his film This is England '90. In the early hours of Friday morning, hundreds of people gathered outside a mosque in Cairo's Giza neighbourhood. Walking around a track for 40 minutes a day may improve memory, a study suggests. The future of Wales' forests is set to be discussed by the environment minister. Prime Minister David Cameron has said the government will put in place tougher rules to ensure people from the Indian sub-continent can speak English. President: Thein Sein Here are some of the people involved in the sit-in in Cairo's Tahrir Square. The world's first tailless, jet-powered unmanned aircraft has taken to the skies. Liverpool's Cavern club is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The Treasury has raised the standard rate of bank levy from January. The Beatles played their first gigs in Liverpool's Cavern in the 1960s. Nicholas Winton was one of Britain's best-known Jewish refugees. Two more men have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 43-year-old man in Liverpool. The Brighton Festival is to celebrate the life of Burmese opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi. Kizza Besigye is Uganda's main opposition leader. Bhutan is one of the world's most isolated countries. A British soldier killed in Afghanistan on Saturday has been named by the Ministry of Defence. A large fire has broken out at a recycling centre in North Yorkshire. Plans for a £200m redevelopment of Keynsham town centre are being unveiled. New Zealand's prime minister has declared a "dark day" after a 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck the city of Christchurch. Gloucester City Football Club has unveiled plans for a new stadium. What is Microsoft's research and development strategy? A group of former military commanders has written to David Cameron calling for a re-evaluation of the armed forces. China's environment minister has called for an end to the country's dependence on resources. Archaeologists have discovered a walling at Edinburgh Castle. The Daily and Sunday Politics are on-air seven days a week for much of the year reporting the political news from Westminster and beyond. The closure of the Forensic Science Service (FSS) will not damage the prospects for the UK, a Home Office inquiry has heard. India's Maoist rebellion began in central and eastern India in 1970. Former England captain Wayne Rooney has been given the go-ahead to build a flower-shaped house. Hundreds of people have joined the search for a woman who went missing after a night out in Swindon. Two major wind turbine companies have announced plans to create up to 1,000 jobs in Scotland. Two people have been rescued from a fire in a lounge in Stoke-on-Trent. BBC Newcastle is a radio station in the north-east of England. Mining giant Rio Tinto has increased its offer for Australian iron ore company Riversdale. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) and the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) have joined forces at the funeral of Constable Ronan Kerr. It is 60 years since the Mau Mau uprising in Kenya. China is one of the world's most important economies. A man has been found guilty of running a multi-million pound counterfeit medicine scam. George Cole, who has died at the age of 89, was one of Britain's best-known actors. In the wake of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami at the Fukushima nuclear plant in Japan, it was the worst nuclear incident in the world. Prison officers in England and Wales are to be balloted on strike action in a row over the privatisation of prisons. Burundi is one of Africa's poorest countries. The operator of Japan's crippled Fukushima nuclear plant has unveiled a plan to end the crisis. Most people in the East Midlands will not know any of their local councillors, research suggests. David Daniels was one of the UK's best-known magicians. A Scottish knitwear firm has reported a sharp rise in sales following a surge in orders from home and abroad. GDP (GDP) is the principal means of determining the health of the UK economy. Saif al-Arab, the son of Libyan leader Col Muammar Gaddafi, is one of the most senior figures in the regime. The burial of Osama Bin Laden at sea was carried out within hours, US officials say. Pakistan's intelligence agency (ISI) has said it is an "embarrassing" for the country's intelligence agency (ISI). President: Alassane Ouattara John Cleese's new comedy tour has received mixed reviews from critics. Firefighters have tackled more than 300 acres of wild fires in the Highlands and Islands since the start of May. US officials have reportedly tried to kill a top al-Qaeda leader in Yemen. Thousands of people gathered at Cape Canaveral on Monday to watch the launch of the Soyuz spacecraft. A hat worn by Princess Diana at her wedding has been sold at auction for £1,100. Archaeologists in Egypt say they have found more than 100,000 sites under the surface of the earth. Physicists have measured the shape of the electron. Angola's government has abandoned a controversial law that would have made it illegal to share information online. A small earthquake has been detected near a fracking site in Lancashire. BBC Sport brings you live coverage of all of the weekend's sporting events. A huge fire at an oil refinery in Kent has been brought under control. Liverpool have completed the signing of Sunderland midfielder Jordan Henderson. Police investigating the murders of three women by serial killer Peter Tobin are to be scaled back. Passengers who were stuck on a train for more than four hours have said they got off their train. Bats are causing damage to an ancient church in North Yorkshire. The race to be the next head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has been dominated by France and Mexico. Landlords of the UK's largest care home provider are expected to agree to a restructuring of the company. Wales scrum-half Mike Phillips has been suspended from the World Cup squad after being arrested in Cardiff city centre. Pupils should be able to pay for their school meals by biometric, an AM has said. The number of new mothers breastfeeding in England has more than doubled in the past 20 years, figures show. There's been a lot of news in the news over the past few days. Mozambique is one of Africa's fastest-growing economies and one of Africa's poorest countries. President: Filipe Nyusi The Women's World Cup is getting under way in Germany. Tyler and Cameron Winklevosses have renewed their long-running dispute with Facebook. Germany's Felix Sturm retained his WBA middleweight title with a hard-fought victory over Ireland's Matt Macklin in Berlin. UK authorities are investigating an outbreak of E. coli linked to the sale of vegetable seeds in France. More than 100 Syrian opposition figures have met in the capital, Damascus, for the first time. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Ahmed Rashid looks at the role of the army in the Arab Spring. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have been given a warm welcome by Canada's governor general. Turnout in Morocco's referendum on a new constitution has been criticised by the country's opposition leader. England coach Jill Powell hailed his side's 2-0 win over Japan to reach the quarter-finals of the Women's World Cup. Surgeons in Sweden have carried out the world's first tissue-engineered windpipe transplant. South Africa is one of the world's most densely populated countries. The Indian Ocean island of Reunion is one of France's 18 regions. The Saharan Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) is a disputed territory in North Africa. A couple from Falkirk have come forward to claim a £113m Euromillions jackpot. In a detention camp in Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, hundreds of Sri Lankan women are being held. Carlos Tevez's move from Manchester City to Corinthians has collapsed. Edvald Boasson Hagen won his second stage of the Tour de France in Pinerolo. Tyson Fury retained his IBF world heavyweight title with a unanimous points decision over Dereck Chisora at Wembley. At least 77 people have been killed in a bomb and gun attack in Norway's capital, Oslo. A law banning the wearing of full-face Islamic veils in public places in Belgium has come into force. Australia's Evans will win the Tour de France for the first time in three years after taking the leader's yellow jersey in the final stage. German carmaker Daimler has reported a 6% rise in second-quarter net profit to 2.1bn euros (£1.9bn). Hollywood star Angelina Jolie has been honoured at the Sarajevo Film Festival for her film In the Land of Blood and Honey. Cuban President Raul Castro has called on the country's parliament to approve a series of economic reforms. Staff at railway stations could be given specialist training to help people who are suicidal, under government proposals. An e-petition calling for Parliament to debate the death penalty has been launched. Clashes have broken out across London following a second night of rioting. A court in Vietnam has sentenced a French citizen to three years in prison for "subversion". The number of leatherback turtles reported off the coast of Wales has increased, marine conservationists have said. For more than a decade, Jaguar Land Rover's Defender has been one of the world's most popular models. A chronology of key events: US astronomers say they have raised enough money to save one of the world's largest radio telescopes. Manchester United returned to the top of the table as Arsene Wenger's Arsenal side were thrashed at Old Trafford. Jordan is one of the most important countries in the Middle East. This summer's sheep flock in the French Alps. A woman has died after being hit by a train at a level crossing in Suffolk. Islamic police in Indonesia's Aceh province have ordered the stoning of a gay couple. Historic Scotland is considering whether a Roman battlefield should be included on its inventory of historic battlefields. A British couple have died while on holiday in Morocco. Thousands of pounds worth of household waste have been left at recycling centres in Surrey, the county council has said. Saudi Arabia is one of the most important countries in the Middle East. Land Rover has announced plans to replace its iconic Defender with a new model. Part of the M1 in Northamptonshire has been closed after a lorry overturned. Kingussie is to host a screening of the Oscar-winning film Slumdog Millionaire. A 25-year-old man has been arrested by police investigating phone hacking at the News of the World. Juan Mata inspired Chelsea to victory over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light. Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's visit to Bangladesh has ended without agreement. For decades there was a complete ban on blood donations from men who had had had sex with another man. David Cameron has been urged to confront Russia's president during his visit to Moscow. Fiji is one of the world's fastest-growing economies. Indonesia is one of the world's largest economies. Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini says striker Carlos Tevez will be available for Saturday's derby against Manchester United. A mother killed her two young sons before taking her own life, an inquest has heard. Wrexham have appointed striker Andy Morrell as interim manager following the departure of Dean Saunders. A man who went missing from a mental health unit in Sussex has handed himself in to police. Gilmour was seen hanging from the Cenotaph during the student protests, a court has heard. England were knocked out of the World Cup in the quarter-finals by France. Prof Stephen Hawking has joined forces with Prof Stephen Hawking to launch a competition on YouTube. Archaeologists in South Africa have discovered a collection of ochre kits that may have been used to make paint. At least 16 people have been injured in a collision between two commuter trains in the US state of California. Wales coach Warren Gatland says there has been no alcohol ban in his side's World Cup squad. Is the government heading towards a collision with the Eurosceptic iceberg? Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has said his country does not have the right to kill others in Syria. Palau is a chain of islands in the South Pacific. Thames Water will receive more money than it is actually paying to build a super sewer tunnel, an academic has claimed. US and Mexican authorities say they have broken up a network that smuggled drugs across the Mexican border. A numbered Beatles album sleeve designed by Sir Peter Blake has topped a list of rare records. Dozens of people have taken advantage of a cash machine in North Lanarkshire. Pop star Kylie Minogue has received an honorary degree from a university. vigils have been held across the UK to mark the first anniversary of the murder of Anni Dewani. Mexico's Interior Secretary Francisco Blake Mora has been killed in a helicopter crash, officials say. Transport for London (TfL) has apologised after a cyclist was killed in a crash in east London. A six-year-old girl has returned to school after her father underwent a heart transplant. BBC Sport has signed a new four-year deal to broadcast the Six Nations. Civil servants are being asked to help deal with a planned strike at UK borders, the BBC has learned. NHS Lothian has launched an investigation after a hospital cleaner contacted a woman on Facebook. The UK is to reopen its embassy in Iran, more than 30 years after it was abandoned. MPs should not be prosecuted over statements made in Parliament in breach of court orders, the attorney general has said. Wales coach Warren Gatland says Shane Williams has been a "once-in-a-generation player". glaciers in the French Alps have lost more than a quarter in the last 40 years, according to a new survey. Drivers have been warned to take care on Scotland's roads as snow and ice continue to fall. The number of knee and hip replacements failures could be reduced by taking a drug, a study suggests. Scotland's airports have called on the UK government to devolve air passenger duty (APD) to Scotland and Wales. The winners of this year's Nobel Prize for Peace have been announced at a ceremony in Oslo. It has been described as "one of the most beautiful buildings in the world". Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen has launched a private space venture. The government has admitted it is in breach of EU air quality laws, the High Court has heard. A 93-year-old former Waffen SS man convicted of murdering three Dutch civilians has been released from prison. Concerns have been raised about the future of a Leicestershire museum after lottery funding was withdrawn. Schools are being asked to set up web pages to make the news for real on 16 March 2017. A Brazilian judge has ruled that construction work on a controversial dam in the Amazon region can go ahead. The 2011 riots in England and Wales could have been avoided, MPs have said. Saudi Arabia's Prince Alwaleed bin Talal has bought a 10% stake in Twitter. People could soon be able to sign on to a mobile device using images. Christmas fat is causing "hideous fatbergs" in London's sewers, a water company has said. Swansea University has announced plans to revamp a lecture block in the city centre. China's government has launched a crackdown on online banking scams. Egyptian authorities have raided civil society organisations as part of an investigation into foreign funding. Ospreys are to review the impact of the departure of assistant coach Gary Johnson. A French TV report says a fuel additive was found in a faulty breast implant. Scientists have used a spirit level to measure the amplitude of the surface of Loch Ness. Israeli prosecutors have charged former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert with corruption. A couple from Bradford are believed to be the UK's longest married husband and wife. Paul Scholes has returned to Manchester United as a player-coach. Northampton flanker Ben Foden says he will have to "push myself to the limit" if Harlequins centre Mike Brown returns to the England squad. ferry firm SeaFrance has been liquidated by a French court. Scientists at the University of Glasgow have discovered a new way of predicting how long we will live. Police in the western Indian state of Maharashtra have arrested five people after a Dalit woman was beaten up by a group of women. The demolition of the former Foyle factory has begun. Muhammad Ali would have "picked up" Wladimir Klitschkos, says former world heavyweight champion Shavers. Francesco Schettino, the captain of the Costa Concordia, has been found guilty of manslaughter. Gambian President Yahya Jammeh has threatened to "wipe out almost 82%" of the country's workforce unless they change their attitudes. A West Midlands hospital has said it is looking at ways to tackle parking problems. A 92-year-old man who survived the Auschwitz death camp says football played a major role in his survival. A man has been jailed for life for murdering a 43-year-old in Brighton. Former Nottingham Forest manager Billy Davies says he would be "delighted" to return to the club. MPs have criticised the use of racist language by private security escorts on deportation flights. Nottingham Forest have signed Wolves midfielder Mustapha Guedioura on loan until the end of the season. Cardiff City have signed Wycombe Wanderers winger Kadeem Harris for an undisclosed fee. West Ham have signed Ravel Morrison from Manchester United for an undisclosed fee. Funding of £250m is to be made available to help councils in England introduce weekly bin collections. Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has confirmed striker Carlos Tevez could return to the team. BBC Persian staff have been subjected to "increasing levels of intimidation" by the Iranian authorities, the corporation's director general has said. Widnes Vikings have defended their use of an artificial pitch in Saturday's Super League win over Warrington. Former Chelsea and Southampton defender Philippe Le Saux says he still does not believe there are gay players in English football. The cost of weddings and funerals in the Church of England is to rise by 50%. Comedian Steve Coogan and ex-footballer Paul Gascoigne have settled phone-hacking cases with News International. A US judge has sentenced a Nigerian man to life in prison for trying to blow up a flight from Amsterdam to Detroit in 2011. A couple have been found guilty of murdering a six-year-old girl in a London church. US safety officials have proposed new guidelines on the use of built-in devices while driving. A rare World War Two Spitfire has been sold at auction. Battersea Power Station has been put up for sale for the first time. Passengers at Edinburgh Airport were left stranded after a computer failure. Northern Ireland's hopes of qualifying for the 2018 World Cup suffered a blow as goals from Thomas Nordtveit and Omar Elyounoussi gave Norway victory at Windsor Park. The former governor of Nigeria's oil-rich Delta state, James Ibori, has pleaded guilty to money-laundering and money-laundering. The Badger Trust has launched a legal challenge to the government's plans to cull badgers in England. Malaysia has cancelled a concert by US singer Beyonce after a newspaper published a photo of her body tattoos. A new partnership has been launched for people with rare diseases in Northern Ireland. Migrants who have been living in the UK for five years will have to earn £35,000 to settle, the government has announced. The eurozone's unemployment rate has risen for the second month in a row, official figures show. A chronology of key events: Estonia is one of the most northerly nations in the European Union. Work has started on a new hospital in Somerset after the government announced a £1m grant from the government. Solar storms are a phenomenon that affects the Earth's magnetosphere. Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) is one of the most powerful Islamist cells in North Africa. Football players from black and ethnic minority communities in Wales say they have been racially abused at some matches. Social housing tenants in England will be able to buy their own home under government plans, the BBC understands. Cambridge Cathedral is marking the 500th anniversary of the death of a Spanish princess. Sergei Bogdanov, the director of one of the UK's most controversial plays, says he was "very relieved" to be cleared of indecency. Prehistoric footprints have been found on a Ceredigion beach for the first time. Leanne Wood is the new leader of Plaid Cymru. Hungary is one of the most densely populated countries in Eastern Europe. A chronology of key events: A militant group in Yemen linked to al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQP) has said it has kidnapped 10 soldiers. The route of the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay has been announced. Thousands of people have attended a vigil in the Egyptian capital, Cairo, for the late Coptic Church leader Pope Shenouda. cardiac arrest is one of the most common causes of heart attacks in the world. The US soldier accused of killing two Afghan civilians has been charged with murder. One of China's best-known intellectuals is celebrating his 100th birthday. Fabrice Muamba was "dead" at the time he suffered a cardiac arrest during Bolton's FA Cup tie against Tottenham, according to the club's doctor Dr Andy Tobin. Dog owners are being urged to pick up their pet's mess on UK beaches. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank are one of the world's leading economic organisations. The number of centenarians in the UK is expected to reach 100,000 by 2035, official figures show. The founder of Amazon, Jeff Bezos, says he has found five engines that were lost to the moon. Lorry drivers are using illegal drugs to relieve the boredom of long shifts, a BBC investigation has found. A new levy on parking at work has come into force in Nottingham. Mount Etna, one of the world's most active volcanoes, has erupted for the first time. A new sportive is to be held in honour of Scottish cyclist Robert Millar. If you want to know what you think about cold calls, you might want to know about it. India was the first country to host the World Cup in 1958. Amazon, the world's biggest online retailer, has been accused of tax evasion. Doncaster Rovers striker El Hadji Diouf has denied being involved in a nightclub. The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, has urged young people to embrace religion as a socially useful tool in British public life. Joyce Banda is Malawi's first female president. US investment in clean energy technologies hit a record high in 2011, according to new data. A court in Egypt has suspended parliament's decision to set up a new constitution. The creator of The Simpsons has said the show is set in a place called Springfield. Raymond Aubrac, one of France's most famous Resistance fighters, has died at the age of 101. British author Sebastian Boyd is to write a new James Bond novel. The sentencing of a man who murdered his former lover is to be filmed live on Twitter. Downing Street is to work with the Burmese government to find and restore two Spitfires that have been missing for 70 years. The UK is to build Europe's next space mission, Solar Orbiter. Claire Robinson is preparing to run the London Marathon for the first time. Poland is one of the world's largest media markets. UK scientists have created six DNA- and RNA-like molecules that can not only carry genetic information. Scientists say they have found the world's largest underground water resource. Sudan's state TV and South Sudan's state TV networks are urging people to join the fight in the disputed region of Heglig. A resident at a Carmarthenshire nursing home has died after an outbreak of flu. Men are starting to get closer to women's life expectancy, according to a study in the British Medical Journal. Facebook has agreed to buy more than 1,000 patents from AOL as part of a deal with Microsoft. Slovakia was independent from the Communist Party in the Czech Republic in the early 1990s. Egypt's electoral commission has cleared former Prime Minister Shafiq of standing in next month's presidential election. Michael Moore has said he was not saying "Martini, shaken not stirred" when he took over as James Bond. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) dropped a case against two men accused of raping a 15-year-old girl in Greater Manchester. Police have seized 1.1 million cannabis plants in the last two years, according to new figures. Rupert Murdoch was "simply not credible" about phone hacking, MPs have said. Kickstarter, the crowdfunding site, has been hit by a scam. Bolivian President Evo Morales has announced the expropriation of a Spanish-owned electricity company. A former priest in the Republic of Ireland has said Cardinal Brady would have to offer his resignation if the Vatican did not take it. Police in the US state of Texas are searching for people who were being held against their will. Girls Aloud's Kimberley Walsh and Alfie Boe are to sing One Vision for Team GB. More than 100 jobs are to go at a food processing plant in Ballymena, County Antrim. Infection is one of the biggest and preventable causes of cancer worldwide, a study suggests. French and Greek elections have raised questions about the future of the European Union. A chronology of key events: Plans to cut school bus subsidies in Gloucestershire have been scrapped. One of the four instruments on the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has been given the go-ahead. A World War One airfield in Essex has been given listed status. Media regulator Ofcom has announced the first bids for a new local TV network in the UK. Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah has sacked the head of the country's religious department, Sheikh Obeikan. Nato has been accused of failing to investigate the deaths of civilians in Libya last year. file-sharing site The Pirate Bay has been hit by a distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack. There is a huge change in the way the medical profession works with dying. Italian authorities have seized more than $1bn (£700m) of assets from a convicted gambling fraudster. At least two people have been killed in clashes between rival factions in the Lebanese capital, Beirut. A dinosaur skeleton found in England has been sold at auction in the US. Millions of people are dying every year from malaria, a study in The Lancet suggests. India is set to become the world's largest biometric database. Scientists are launching a new project to find out if evidence of so-called "yeti" is human. One of Wales' biggest brewers is planning to open a coffee shop chain in south Wales and the south west of England. A book about the death of a Welsh Guards officer in Afghanistan has won the Man Booker Prize. Plans to cut jobs at libraries in West Yorkshire have been scrapped. Plans to expand London Luton Airport to 30 million passengers a year have been revealed. Sir Roger Federer has spoken out about his life-changing experiences in a new film. A former Royal Navy diver who carried out the search for HMS Coventry has described the moment the ship sank. A Scottish town has been voted the best in the UK for its "disastrous" design. In the living room of her home in south-west London, 22-year-old Sara Sen is happy to have a good Christmas. In the run-up to Nepal's general election, more than two million women still face a lot of discrimination when passing down citizenship to their children. London's transport system is back on track. Senior police officers in England and Wales are using disciplinary procedures against black and Asian officers, the National Police Association (NBPA) has said. Hull FC have signed half-back Joe Arundel from Super League rivals Newcastle Knights on a two-year deal. Plans for a new tourist centre in Nottinghamshire have been given the go-ahead by the Heritage Lottery Fund. India's economy grew faster than expected in the first three months of the year, according to official figures. A fountain in Hertfordshire which had to be switched off due to a hosepipe ban is to be refilled again. A 25-year-old man has appeared in court charged with breaching anti-terror controls. A plane has collided with a minivan in the Ghanaian capital, Accra. Driving examiners are to stage a series of strikes in a row over jobs and jobs. Microsoft has announced that Xbox SmartGlass is to be linked to its TV and tablet devices. A statue has been unveiled in Wolverhampton to mark the centenary of the "Chainmakers" strike. The British Olympic Association (BOA) has ratified the selection of Lutalo Muhammad for Great Britain's Olympic taekwondo team. Shane Williams is to leave Ospreys at the end of the season to play in Japan. Satisfaction in the NHS in England has fallen for the first time in more than 30 years, a survey suggests. Protests have been held in the southern Indian city of Bangalore over the alleged rape of a French diplomat. The government's Financial Stability Scheme (FLS) was launched in the wake of the financial crisis. A homeless man has been recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours list. One person has been killed after a stage collapsed at a Radiohead concert in Toronto. The European Union has congratulated Greece's pro-bailout New Democracy party after it won Sunday's general election. tennis player David Nalbandian has been disqualified from the Aegon Championships in London. A ticket for The Beatles' first concert in Norwich in 1964 is to be auctioned. China's oil imports from Iran rose sharply in May, according to official figures. Work on a new cycle bridge in West Sussex has been delayed for a second time. A man has launched an appeal against his conviction for sending a tweet about Robin Hood Airport. The environmental risks of fracking for shale gas in the UK should be "safe", a report says. The creator of children's TV show Thunderbirds, Gerry Anderson, has revealed he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. China's first astronauts have returned to Earth after a three-day mission to the International Space Station. The family of former Royal Marine Ben Parkinson have called on Facebook to allow him to become a friend. China and India are set to dominate the world's university population by 2020, according to new figures. Poland will "do a little bit better" for the next European Championship in France, says Sports Minister Konrad Pohorecki. The number of people claiming unemployment benefits in Spain fell in June, according to official figures. Formula 1 test driver Maria de Villota has lost her right eye in a crash. The UK Border Agency (UKBA) must do more to deal with the issue of over-stayers, the immigration inspector has said. The Fukushima nuclear accident was caused by collusion between the government, regulators and the operator of the plant, Tepco, following the 2011 earthquake and tsunami. Armed police were called to the hard shoulder of the M6 Toll after reports of vapour escaping from a coach. Belize is one of the most sparsely populated countries in the Caribbean. South Africa's governing African National Congress (ANC) has condemned a cartoon depicting President Jacob Zuma as a "philanderer". The Rolling Stones are working on a world tour, guitarist Keith Richards has said. Match of the Day Kickabout is one of the biggest sporting events in the UK. US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has said the US wants to be a "good partner" in Egypt. Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney is expected to announce his running mate later. Campaigners have called on the Welsh government to fund a specialist centre for a rare form of muscular dystrophy. The new Batman film The Dark Knight Rises has received rave reviews from critics. At least one person has been killed in clashes at a Maruti Suzuki car factory in the northern Indian state of Haryana. Beth Tweddle says she is "not totally retiring" after winning a medal for Great Britain in the women's gymnastics. Britain's Mark Cavendish missed out on a medal in the men's road race as Russia's Andrey Kuznetsov won gold. Mexico stunned Brazil to win Olympic gold in the men's football for the first time. Great Britain's men missed out on a place in the final of the men's 4x100m relay. Welsh actress Angharad Rees has died after a "long battle" with pancreatic cancer. Welsh actress Angharad Rees, best known for her role in the 1970s TV series Poldark, has died at the age of 74. Ferrari's Fernando Alonso beat McLaren's Jenson Button to win the Hungarian Grand Prix. Sir Chris Hoy will lead Team GB into Friday's opening ceremony at the London 2012 Olympics. A judge in the US state of Colorado has ordered the media not to use the name of the man accused of killing 12 people at a cinema. Actor Geoffrey Hughes has died at the age of 74. Peruvian President Ollanta Humala has said his government has begun to lay the groundwork for the "great transformation" of the country. Alfred Hitchcock's Vertigo has been voted the best film of all time. Sir Bradley Wiggins, Helen Glover and Heather Stanning have won Olympic gold medals for Great Britain. London Mayor Boris Johnson has survived his first zip wire experience. A Bangladeshi man who was imprisoned in Pakistan for more than 20 years has told the BBC he feels "great" after returning home. Dozens of people have been rescued from flood water in Wrexham. The owners of a private hospital where staff abused patients were not reported to the NHS, a report has found. On Wednesday, the prime minister said he was "disappointed" by the lack of school sport in England. The United Nations has called on the US to suspend a quota for the use of corn to make biofuels. Great Britain's performance at the London 2012 Olympics has been hailed as a success. Great Britain won 12 medals at London 2012. Uganda's prime minister's website has been taken over by hackers. Four-time Olympic champion Ben Ainslie has launched a new America's Cup team. Royal Mail has said it is "delighted" to paint Henley-on-Thames postbox gold. Irish Paralympic sprinter Jason Smyth says he wants to "give it another really good shot" over the next four years. Burma has set up a commission to investigate violence in the western state of Rakhine that left at least 30 people dead. Bristol City made it two wins from two in the Championship with victory over Cardiff City at Ashton Gate. Councils in England should be forced to sell off their social housing stock, Downing Street has said. Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt has said the UK will not have a competitive broadband network unless it recognises the "massive growth" in demand. US talk show host Rosie O'Donnell has revealed she has had a heart attack. This year's wet weather has been blamed for a decline in the number of insects in the UK. income inequality in Latin America remains "extremely high", according to a UN study. The death of Ethiopia's Prime Minister Meles Ababa is a huge blow to the country. Aberdeen City Council has voted to reject the City Garden Project. A dietary supplement could be used to treat deadly bacterial infections, a study suggests. Bollywood film director Sanjay Bhansali is to make a biopic of Indian boxer Mary Kom. James Bond star Daniel Craig is the best actor to play the James Bond, he has said. A paint attack on a Catholic hall in Londonderry is being treated as arson, police have said. A court in India has sentenced a former government minister to life in prison for her role in the 2002 anti-Muslim riots in Gujarat. Drinking soft drinks can be a good night out, according to a new study. Swansea City defender Neil Taylor is likely to miss the rest of the season after breaking his ankle in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Sunderland. This year's English GCSE grades were "too generous", according to a report by the exams regulator Ofqual. Arctic sea ice has melted for the first time in more than 1,500 years. Nasa's Curiosity rover has returned its first sample of Mars. Coldplay have marked the end of the London 2012 Festival with a national bandstand Marathon. Mosques in England are reforming madrassa schools in a bid to stop children being abused. In the final ceremony of the Olympic and Paralympic Games on Sunday night, it was a huge moment. The Commonwealth Games in Rio have been hailed as a success for the disabled. At the Gibraltar Museum in the capital, Gibraltar, one of the country's most famous tourist attractions. As the inquests into the deaths of 96 victims of the Hillsborough disaster take a look at the conditions at the time. Rome's city council has started cutting padlocks attached to one of the city's most famous bridges. A GP who persuaded his wife to take heroin in their Edinburgh home has been told he faces jail. Deaf gerbils have been able to hear a conversation for the first time. Super League side Bradford Bulls have been granted membership by the Rugby Football League. South Yorkshire Police's chief constable has said he is "profoundly sorry" for the way the force failed. The number of Americans living in poverty has fallen for the fourth year in a row, according to the US Department of Labor. Cuba, the world's first Communist state, was founded by revolutionary leader Fidel Castro. Hundreds of people have attended a public meeting to discuss the future of a community hospital in Flintshire. Belfast is enjoying a wave of international interest. French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo has published cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad in its latest edition. Airdrie Savings Bank has appointed a new chief executive. More than 100 homes in the Channel Islands have been tested for radon gas. Italian police have arrested a man suspected of pretending to be a Lufthansa pilot. The former chief executive of Canon, Kikukawa, has pleaded guilty to accounting irregularities at the camera firm. Winds of up to 70mph have caused disruption across parts of Scotland. US cruise giant Carnival has reported better-than-expected profits for the third quarter. A 25-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the murder of a man at a care home in County Antrim. Former News of the World editor Andy Coulson and Sun chief executive Rebekah Brooks are to stand trial accused of conspiring to hack phones. British Olympic bronze medallist LoisGraddon has announced her retirement from diving. Mikheil Saakashvili is Georgia's president. The former first minister of Northern Ireland, Lord Bannside, has been speaking to the BBC about the centenary of the signing of the Ulster Covenant. Spain's banks need a capital of 59bn euros (£40bn) to be recapitalised, the European Union (ESM) has said. Plans for the launch of 4G mobile networks in the UK are to be discussed at a meeting in Downing Street. If you're not at work catching up with your boss while you're sitting in front of the television. A US judge has lifted a ban on Samsung's Galaxy Tab 10.1 in a patent dispute with Apple. Plans for an entertainment arena in Bristol are to be unveiled later. Kevin Pietersen has been dropped from England's Test squad. Ed Miliband's kiss on the stage at the Labour conference in Cardiff last week was a huge blow for the party. Chris Gayle and Kieron Pollard hit half-centuries as West Indies thrashed Australia to reach the final of the World Twenty20. Tens of thousands of Jordanians have taken to the streets of Amman to protest against King Abdullah's decision to hold early elections. Campaigners fighting plans for a 10-turbine wind farm in Lincolnshire have held a protest march. The parents of a Scottish aid worker who was killed during a rescue attempt in Afghanistan have travelled to the country to review the work they set up in her name. Peter Slipper, the speaker of Australia's parliament, has resigned. A 15-year-old Pakistani girl has been shot in the head by gunmen in the Swat Valley. Prime Minister David Cameron has said he would consider stripping Sir Jimmy Savile of his knighthood. Yum Brands, the owner of KFC and Pizza Hut, has reported better-than-expected profits for the third quarter. Drinking water in a Cambridgeshire village has been restored after tests found " harmless organisms" in the water. Britain's Vicky Cave won the Ironman World Championships in Hawaii. The five men accused of the 11 September attacks in the US have appeared in court for the first time. The UK government has set out its vision for the future of renewable energy. Uefa has opened disciplinary proceedings against the Football Association of Serbia and the England Football Association following the clash in Krusevac on Tuesday. The prime minister has accused Labour of "scaremongering" over the future of a hospital in Corby. The family of a man who lost two teeth after being punched in the face at a mental health hospital in Bristol have said he is still affected. Actor Joaquin Phoenix has said he does not want to be a part of the Oscars. In the middle of a busy street in Ohio, a sign reads "jobs". A Kent council is considering raising council tax in a bid to save £580,000 over the next financial year. If you have an allegation of sexual abuse by Jimmy Savile, you may be able to contact the police. Japanese engineering giant Hitachi has agreed to buy a project to build two new nuclear power plants in the UK. Plans for a new cancer research centre in Manchester have been given a £1.2m boost. Police investigating the murder of a man in County Antrim have made a number of arrests. Activists in Syria have released a video purporting to show the killing of more than 100 people. A Grade II-listed building in Aberystwyth could be turned into a "cultural quarter" as part of a regeneration project. A row has broken out over a new technique for sending data across the electromagnetic spectrum. The mass killer of 77 people in Norway has criticised his solitary confinement in prison. A new dissident republican group has said it was behind the murder of prison officer David Black. Researchers at the Large Hadron Collider (LHCb) have announced a new observation. Ethiopia is one of the world's fastest-growing economies. London has the highest commute times in the UK since 2006, according to a new study. Small businesses can be a target of cyber-attacks. Labour has won the Cardiff South and Penarth by-election. Indian schools have bought a textbook that claims to be a "poisoning" for children. More than 90% of social housing tenants in Scotland want the right to buy their homes, according to the Scottish government. The Liberal Democrats have been hit by a by-election in Corby. Tel Aviv is one of Israel's most popular cities. Wigan defender Ben Watson will miss the rest of the season after breaking his leg in Saturday's 1-1 draw at Liverpool. The European Environment Agency (EEA) has warned of a "very strong signal" on climate change. Thousands of children in England are being sexually abused and abused by people seeking to humiliate them, a report says. Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg has been cleared of racially abusing Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel. The government spent £1bn on setting up and running academies in England over the last two years, a report says. US scientists say they have created a 3D-printed cartilage made from a rabbit's ear. Iranian prosecutors have launched an investigation into the death of blogger Sattar Beheshti. Nigeria's military has offered a bounty for the leaders of the militant Islamist group Boko Haram. Rotherham Borough Council has ordered an investigation after three children were removed from the care of a UKIP couple. British Swimming performance director Duncan Scott has resigned following an independent review into the team's performance at the London Olympics. The actor who plays Charlie Sheen in US sitcom Two and a Half Men has said he is quitting the show. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has filed a lawsuit against the US military's ban on women serving in combat positions. Wales suffered a second-half collapse as they were beaten by Australia in Sydney. England women completed a series whitewash over New Zealand with a bonus-point win at Twickenham. England stunned world champions New Zealand at Twickenham on Saturday. Facebook has been ordered by the High Court to remove a page about a convicted sex offender. A Chinese company has pleaded guilty in a US court to exporting epoxy coating to Pakistan. The US Senate has rejected a UN treaty aimed at protecting the rights of the disabled. People convicted of historic allegations of sexual abuse in England and Wales should be sent to jail for longer, under new guidelines. nine-year-old Rohit Rai is fishing in the River Ganges in the northern Indian state of Bihar. A review into the murder of solicitor Pat Finucane has found that agents of the state were involved in the killing. England and Northern Ireland are among the best education systems in the world, according to a major study. The Dutch city of Amsterdam is to adopt an innovative approach to tackling violence. Religion has been a "focal point" for "backward, bigoted" communities, according to the 2011 census. When Bolivian film-maker Adriana Cappa found a hidden film in a garden in the capital, La Paz, she had no idea what to expect. More than a third of babies born with a cleft palate alone do not get a diagnosis within 24 hours, figures show. Downing Street has said it does not accept threats made by a spokesman for Culture Secretary Maria Miller. Five Guernsey deputies have resigned from the state department's housing department. Tributes have been paid to Adam Lanza, the 20-year-old who killed 20 people at a school in Newtown, Connecticut. Australia captain Michael Clarke says Alastair Cook has "got the right-sized feet" after his side beat India in the fourth Test in Mumbai. Two US senators have called for "rational gun control" in the wake of the Sandy Hook school shooting. "We're learning how to extract oil from a tree," says Dedel. Recordings of Christmas and New Year have been restored at the Museum of London. Rangers Football Club has announced that it has raised £22.2m in a share issue. The government's plans to ring-fence UK banks have been criticised by the banking watchdog. It's been a year of extremes. British adventurer Richard Pitcher is planning to row across the Atlantic for a second time. Two Kilcoo players are to be suspended after being found guilty of racism. US news magazine Newsweek has unveiled its final front cover on Twitter. Greek police are investigating allegations that a member of the far-right Golden Dawn party was involved in an attack on an MP in Athens. Egyptian media are reacting to the vote of a new constitution after more than two-thirds of voters approved it. A psychiatrist who investigated Gulf War Syndrome has been appointed a knight in the Queen's Birthday Honours list. Belgium's king has been accused of "hiding behind the throne" in his annual Christmas speech. French actor Gerard Depardieu has said he is "thrilled" that he has been granted Russian citizenship. Japan and South Korea have held their first meeting in more than two years. Child benefit is to be withdrawn from high-earners from next year. Union flag protests are damaging Northern Ireland's image, Secretary of State Theresa Villiers has said. The father of a woman who died after being gang-raped on a bus in the Indian capital, Delhi, has said he wants to publicly name her. Conservative peer Lord Strathclyde is to step down from the House of Lords. Renting in London is "unaffordable", according to a report by housing charity Shelter. Chelsea missed the chance to go top of the Premier League as they were held to a draw by Southampton at Stamford Bridge. Passengers on a flight from Australia to Papua New Guinea were left stunned by the wind. Venezuela's Vice-President Nicolas Maduro has said that President Hugo Chavez is "fighting with his spirit". A North Sea platform has been shut down after an oil leak. Suicide bombers have attacked the National Intelligence Service (NDS) building in the centre of the Afghan capital, Kabul. Spending by the BBC in the last two years was a "multiplier effect" for the economy, the corporation has said. The number of cruise liner visits to Guernsey last year was the worst since 1987, according to the harbour master. One of the first Batmobiles from the 1960s TV series has been sold at auction in New York for $1m (£76,000). The number of midwives working in the NHS in Wales is "putting Wales on watch", a report has said. The price of carbon in Europe has fallen below 5 euros (£4.5) for the first time. Thousands of Army jobs are to be axed, the BBC has learned. Northern Ireland's police ombudsman's office is to resume investigations into historical events. Israel's ruling Likud party was relieved to have won the general election. Sky has apologised after some of its broadband customers complained that they have been unable to download movies and TV. Mali's army has executed at least 20 people accused of being "infiltrators" and "accomplices" of Islamist militants, a rights group says. Police officers are taking legal action against the owners of stolen cars, the BBC has learned. More than 100 crocodiles have escaped from a flood-hit farm in southern South Africa. Five former soldiers have been jailed for trying to smuggle guns and drugs into the UK. The H1N1 flu vaccine Pandemrix has been linked to an increased risk of narcolepsy. An earthquake has struck in central Italy, sending shockwaves across the country. Bobby Jindal has called on Republicans to stop making "stupid" comments during the election campaign. Two people have been arrested after a couple were killed when they were hit by a car following a police chase. An exhibition celebrating the 100th anniversary of Jane Austen's novel Pride And Prejudice has opened. The RSPCA should be separated from its political and commercial roles, an MP has said. Two road workers have been seriously injured after being hit by a van in Devon. Five churches in Shropshire and Herefordshire have been awarded grants of more than £1m to help restore their historic buildings. Prime Minister David Cameron has been urged to remove visa restrictions on international students from the net migration target. Bahrain's main opposition leader has called on the government to work with the country's crown prince. A judge in the US state of Ohio has ordered the trial of two students accused of raping a girl. In the centre of the Malian city of Timbuktu, a group of young people are gathered for the first time in 10 months. Mario Balotelli has completed his move from Manchester City to AC Milan. Tax heads from the Big Four accountancy firms have defended the use of tax havens. A woman from Kent has said she is still waiting to be allowed into the UK after her grandfather died. The government has said it is "happy" to set out its plans for a new disability benefit. The inventor of the Etch A Sketch toy has died at the age of 93. Argo director Ben Affleck has won the top prize at the Directors Guild of America (DGA) awards. More than 100 bids have been submitted for the sale of five Royal Navy frigates. A Highways worker who was seriously injured when he was hit by a car in Devon has died in hospital. The BBC's Spotlight opinion poll suggests that a border poll between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland could be a success. The former treasurer of Spain's governing Popular Party (PP) has been questioned by anti-corruption prosecutors. Thousands of knights have taken to the streets of Rome to mark the 900th anniversary of the founding of the Knights of Malta. A campaign has been launched to erect a statue of Sheffield's World War Two women. The mother of murdered toddler James Bulger has said she wants "justice" for her son. Scottish engineering firm Proserv has won two contracts to provide control systems for oil and gas in the North Sea. A US soldier has been awarded the nation's highest military honour, the Medal of Freedom. The mother of Moors Murderer Ian Brady will not be charged, prosecutors have said. Prime Minister Theresa May has topped a list of the UK's most influential women. Colin Kazim-Richards scored the only goal as Blackburn beat Arsenal to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals. Keanu Reeves' new documentary, Side by Side, explores cinema's transition from film to digital formats. South African Paralympic athlete Oscar Pistorius has been charged with the murder of his girlfriend. A woman has been seriously injured after a lorry crashed into a block of flats in Fairlie, North Ayrshire. A stranded cruise ship stranded in the Gulf of Mexico for more than a week has arrived back in the US. Jeremy Fernandez is one of Australia's best-known journalists. Demolition work has begun on the site of a woman who died after a lorry crashed into her home in North Ayrshire. A woman has died and an eight-year-old boy has been injured after being hit by a car during a rally in the Highlands. Photographs showing the death of the 10-year-old son of Sri Lanka's Tamil Tiger rebels in 2009 have been released by a British film-maker. South Africa's police have replaced detective Hilton Botha in the case of athlete Oscar Pistorius. Scotland made it two wins from two in the Six Nations with a hard-fought victory over Ireland at Murrayfield. Members of Australia's Olympic swimming team have admitted taking the banned drug Stilnox during a bonding exercise. Alfred Russel Wallace was one of Britain's most famous scientists. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Farai Sevenzo looks at how free is Africa's artists. The government's decision to award the West Coast rail franchise to FirstGroup has cost the taxpayer more than £1bn, MPs have said. A police unit that investigated rape allegations against a man who killed his two children was "wholly inappropriate", the police watchdog has said. At least three people have been killed and seven injured in a shooting at a wood processing plant in western Switzerland. Newport Gwent Dragons flanker Gareth Cudd has signed a new two-and-a-half-year contract with the Pro12 club. Lazio have been banned from European competition for two games behind closed doors. An outbreak of measles in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot has reached an all-time high. Naked man Stephen Gough has been given a new court order. Two women who had relationships with undercover police officers have spoken to MPs. London Rugby League's chief executive has called for a "credible plan" to improve the sport's presence in the capital. More money is to be spent on flood defences in some of Wales' most vulnerable communities, the Welsh government has said. Catholic cardinals have begun the process of choosing a new Pope. Prime Minister David Cameron is to announce new measures to curb the number of Romanian and Bulgarian migrants coming to the UK. Kenyans have gone to the polls to elect a new government, five years after the country's election was marred by violence. The count of votes in Kenya's presidential and parliamentary elections has begun in Nairobi. South Africa's most notorious spy, Dirk Coetzee, has died at the age of 83. Plans to downgrade paediatric services at Eastbourne General Hospital will have "massive implications" for children, a nurse has said. China's exports rose faster than expected in February, according to official figures. Scientists say they have developed a blood test which could help diagnose Alzheimer's disease. The Department of Health has published draft guidelines on abortion for the NHS in Northern Ireland. "Clouds are a cloud." Tesco has bought the Giraffe restaurant chain for an undisclosed sum. Mae Llywodraeth y DU wedi dweud bod ar gyfer teledu lleol yn Abertawe am nad oedd ymgeisydd yn ystod rownd gyntaf trwyddedu. British comedian Norman Collier has died at the age of 89. Cyprus's president is due to address the country's parliament to ratify a multi-billion-euro bailout deal. Actress Yeoh Yeoh has been named best actress at the People's Choice Awards in Hong Kong. Voters in England and Wales go to the polls on 5 May to elect a new council. In the wake of the Cyprus crisis, Europe was in a state of shock. The Nato-led coalition in Afghanistan has reached an agreement to withdraw special forces from Wardak province. Two men have been found liable for the Omagh bombing by the High Court. Gloucester City will not have a team in the National League if they do not return to the city, says chairman John Hughes. In a studio on BBC Radio Manchester's Sports Personality of the Year, one question was. The brains of babies are being scanned for the first time. Sydney's Opera House has turned off its lights for Earth Hour. Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel took a controversial victory in the Malaysian Grand Prix. Shares in Europe and the US have fallen sharply after Cyprus agreed a bailout deal with its creditors. New York's Metropolitan Museum is being sued for allegedly misleading visitors over its admission policy. Foxconn, the maker of Apple's iPhone and iPad devices, has reported a 15% rise in profits. Raffaele Sollecito has been found guilty of the 2007 murder of British student Meredith Kercher in Perugia, Italy. US tycoon Donald Trump has vowed to take legal action against the Scottish government's approval of an offshore wind farm. US consumer confidence has fallen to its lowest level in more than two years, according to a survey. Russian authorities are carrying out a series of inspections of non-governmental organisations (NGOs). Exposure to two common pesticides could be a factor in the decline of honey bees, research suggests. Blackberry has reported a profit for the first three months of the year, following the launch of its new Z10 handset. Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men. India's economic growth has been widely criticised by sceptics. David Tennant and Billie Piper are to return for the 50th anniversary of Doctor Who. Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says his side are not concerned about the Premier League title race. Parents are "deeply concerned" about the use of unqualified teachers in England's schools, a teachers' union has said. homosexuality and people of African descent are some of the biggest issues facing Brazil's human rights commission. Two Dorset colleges have been awarded £3m by the government to improve facilities. Canadian police have arrested a man suspected of trying to smuggle drugs into the US. At least 19 people have been killed after a building collapsed in the western Indian state of Maharashtra. Glamorgan head coach Matthew Mott says last season was "too little, too late". Former Czech Republic youth coach Tomas Fitzel believes a 16-team league would help Scotland's youth development. Police in the western Indian city of Mumbai say they have arrested nine people in connection with the collapse of a building. David Cameron is to hold talks with leaders of France, France and Germany over his plans to reform the EU. Margaret Thatcher was one of the most influential politicians in British history. Margaret Thatcher was Britain's most famous prime minister. Venezuela's acting President Nicolas Maduro has said the office of late President Hugo Chavez will be "his home". A Canadian woman has come forward to claim a C$1m (£6m) lottery prize. The earliest stages of the life of a dinosaur have been revealed by scientists. A human kidney has been grown in the laboratory for the first time. China has pledged to work with the US to defuse tensions over North Korea's nuclear programme. US Vice-President Eric Schmidt has warned of the dangers of drones being used as weapons of war. Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone says he does not want to see trouble ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix. Two rockets have hit the Israeli city of Eilat, near the border with Egypt. David Beckham speaks with more of a standard English accent than ever before, researchers at the University of Manchester have found. Mashkel is one of the most remote towns in Pakistan's Balochistan province. A British engineer has built a robot that can walk on a diesel tank. Thousands of people have taken part in a march to protest against the future of services at Stafford Hospital. More than 4,000 new homes could be built in York over the next decade, according to a new report. Five disabled people have lost a High Court challenge against the government's decision to close the Independent Living Fund (ILF). The Cultural Olympiad helped boost the UK economy, according to a new report. An inquest into the death of a man who died from measles has been opened and adjourned. More than 100 suspected paedophiles have been named as part of an investigation into historical child abuse in north Wales. England's World Cup quarter-final against New Zealand will be shown live on BBC One. A Boeing 787 Dreamliner has made its first flight since January. Rescuers in Bangladesh say they have no choice but to use heavy equipment to search for survivors from the collapsed Rana Plaza building. The home of a woman who was wrongly accused of plotting to kill the prime minister is to be honoured with a blue plaque. The leader of Lebanon's Hezbollah movement has confirmed that it has been involved in fighting in Syria. Jim Broadbent is to play the lead role in a new BBC One drama about the Great Train Robbery. Voting is under way in local council elections across England. Monty Python star John Palin is to receive an honorary fellowship at this year's Bafta TV awards. Three US men have been sentenced to hard labour in North Korea. Former Al Ahli manager David O'Leary has won his claim for unfair dismissal by Fifa. Actress Keira Knightley has married Klaxons singer James Righton in France. A German woman has gone on trial accused of being part of a far-right cell. Neolithic huts dating back 4,500 years have been recreated as part of a project in Wiltshire. Two bottles of whisky recovered from a sunken ship have been sold at auction for £1,100. Libya's prime minister has ordered the defence minister to renounce his resignation. The names of the 2013 BBC Sports Personality of the Year will be announced on Tuesday. More than half of school children are sleep deprived, according to a new study. David Cameron has said the UK has not changed its policy towards China and Tibet. North Korea has sentenced an American man to life in prison for "hostile acts". The UK's construction sector grew faster than previously estimated in the first three months of the year, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). A mural by street artist Banksy has been put up for auction in London. Climate change will have "major impacts" for everyone on the planet, according to scientists. Oil giant BP has withdrawn non-essential overseas staff from Libya. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has apologised for spending on a "rest chamber" on a plane. China's industrial output rose faster than expected in April, according to official figures. The pilot of a Turkish fighter jet has died after it crashed near the Syrian border, state media report. A Nevada court has begun hearing an appeal by former football star Simpson over his conviction for an armed robbery in 2007. The minimum sentence for killing a police officer should be increased to life without parole, Home Secretary Theresa May has told the Police Federation conference. Nigeria's military says it has launched a major offensive against Islamist militants in the north-east. Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto has sacked the attorney-general in a row over a restaurant. Mario Balotelli says he wants to leave AC Milan after being racially abused by Roma fans. The boss of the Balmoral Show has said work is under way to build two new roads around the site. Pre-clinical data is the key to the development of new medicines. The US has condemned Russia's decision to send surface-to-air missiles to Syria as "ill-timed and very unfortunate". MPs have rejected an attempt to amend the same-sex Marriage Bill. Roma will close the Curva Sud section of Stadio Olimpico after fans sang offensive songs about Mario Balotelli. Muslim leaders have been on a tour of Poland to mark the 70th anniversary of the Holocaust. Tottenham midfielder Andros Townsend has been banned for two years by the Football Association for breaching betting rules. Google chairman Eric Schmidt has said he is " perplexed" by the controversy over his company's tax arrangements in the UK. Sri Lanka's government has criticised media coverage of a monk who died after setting himself on fire to protest against the slaughter of cattle. US Senator John McCain has travelled to Syria to meet rebel commanders. Victims of historical child abuse in Northern Ireland are calling for the remit of an inquiry to be extended. Two of Honduras' most notorious gangs have announced a ceasefire. Lancashire County Council has been accused of being "completely open and transparent" over plans to recharge a beach. Jose Mourinho has been appointed Chelsea manager for a second time. Fifa has approved tougher measures to tackle racism in world football. Teachers do not have a "secure enough grasp" of important scientific principles and concepts, according to education watchdog Estyn. Plans to cut legal aid in criminal cases in England and Wales have been described as "hugely significant". Smoking is one of the biggest health problems in the world. A US woman has been raped in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. If you want to see a rock band play live in a town, you might think it would be difficult to do so. Turkish police have fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse protesters in Istanbul and Izmir. Helicopters have been deployed to the southern German town of Deggendorf after the Danube and Isar rivers burst. England prop Alex Corbisiero has been called up to the British and Irish Lions squad following the injury of prop Cian Healy. A free school breakfast scheme in Blackpool has been praised by researchers. French prosecutors have placed UBS under formal investigation over alleged tax evasion. One of the world's most endangered honey bees is being encouraged by a zoo in Devon. Former Renault driver Marek Kubica says he misses racing in Formula 1. France has ordered the dissolution of a far-right group following the death of a left-wing activist. James Anderson has become England's all-time leading wicket-taker in the one-day international series against Australia. The US government's Prism surveillance programme has been revealed by a whistleblower. David Warner's absence from Australia's tour of England is a huge blow for the team. Australia batsman David Warner has been given a one-match ban for allegedly punching Joe Root in a pub. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has opened a new exhibition at the former Auschwitz death camp. President: Hassan Rouhani Scientists have sequenced the genome of the fungus that causes ash die-back. A 20-year-old New Zealand man is in a critical condition after falling 30ft (10m) from a 14th floor balcony. Concerns have been raised about staffing levels at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. It's been a tough few days for me. Brownies and Guides have been given a new vow to "love my God". The world's largest defence show, the F117, is taking place in Las Vegas. Guernsey Football Club are considering whether to enter the FA Cup. Wigan Warriors have signed full-back Sam Hopkins from Championship side Leigh Centurions. Home Secretary Theresa May should consider banning two US speakers from entering the UK, a senior MP has said. US President Barack Obama has nominated a former deputy attorney general to be the next director of the FBI. A Bristol food chain has gone into administration with the loss of 70 jobs. Physical education should be added to the core curriculum in schools in Wales, according to a report. Moors Murderer Ian Brady has lost his bid to be moved to a mental health hospital. Co-operative housing could be the biggest in the UK, according to a new report. Australia came from behind to beat the British and Irish Lions and take a 1-0 lead in the three-Test series. Opponents of California's ban on gay marriage have filed a petition to the US Supreme Court. A business case for a hydro-electric cable linking the Western Isles and the Orkney Islands has been submitted. If you've ever used a touchscreen, then you'll know that. Crawley Town have signed former West Brom defender James Hurst for an undisclosed fee. At least 20 people have been killed in a US drone strike in north-west Pakistan, officials say. Thousands of young people are "teetering on the brink" of serious mental illness, a report says. A new group has been set up to tackle the spread of tuberculosis (TB) in Cheshire. Tony Blair has said he will not " queer" Ed Miliband's pitch in a row with the Unite union. A food factory in Dumfries and Galloway is to receive a £1m investment. When a woman was admitted to hospital for eye treatment for her son, she wanted to thank the doctors and nurses. China's inflation rate has risen for the second month in a row. Spanish newspaper El Mundo has published documents it says show that Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy received illegal payments. Sir Elton John has been diagnosed with an appendix abscess. The European Arrest Warrant (EAW) has been issued by the European Union. A man is trying to break the world record for the fastest trolley. Bradley is to play Doctor Who's companion companion Peter Hartnell in a new episode. The end-of-life pathway ( LCP) should be phased out in England, a review is expected to recommend. A row has broken out over the sale of a 4,000-year-old Egyptian statue. A murder investigation has been launched after a man was found dead at a house in Cambridgeshire. A watermelon farmer in central China has died during a row with local law enforcers, state media report. Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has been found guilty of embezzlement. Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has been found guilty of embezzlement and sentenced to five years in prison. Plans to create marine protected areas in Welsh waters have been scrapped by the natural resources minister. Women's Super League One side Lincoln City Ladies have announced they are moving to Notts County. A rare shark has been caught off the coast of Pembrokeshire by a group of anglers. Cleethorpes Pier has been bought by a community group. A former CIA station chief jailed in Italy for his role in the abduction of a terror suspect has been arrested in Panama. An Iron Age hill fort in south Wales has been uncovered by archaeologists. Paris St-Germain have signed midfielder Marquinhos from Roma for an undisclosed fee. A disabled man has blown himself up in a wheelchair at Beijing's International Airport. The new Avengers film, Ultron, has been named as the villain at this year's Comic-Con. At least 40 people have been killed in two earthquakes in China's Gansu province, state media report. Black teenagers are the most likely to apply to university places, according to figures from the admissions service Ucas. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have announced the birth of their first child. A military museum in Dorset has been awarded £1m to mark the centenary of World War One. The Royal Mint has struck more than 2,000 silver coins to mark the birth of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. South Sudan's president has sacked his entire cabinet. Fugitive US intelligence leaker Edward Snowden is not planning to leave Russia, his lawyer has said. The sale of four Royal Navy frigates has been completed. The operator of the troubled NHS 111 service in England is seeking a "managed transfer" of its contracts. Supporters of a Gorkha party in India's West Bengal state have gone on strike in the hills. The Copper Box at the Olympic Park was a hive of activity. Syrian government forces say they have captured a rebel-held area of the city of Homs. The president of the Republic of Ireland is to convene an advisory body to discuss a controversial abortion bill. A drug used to treat type-2 diabetes can delay the onset of age-associated diseases in mice, a study suggests. Guernsey's planning department has launched a public consultation on the suitability of land for development. Lithuania's Ruta Meilutyte set a new world record in the women's 100m backstroke final at the World Championships. jellyfish have been spotted off the coast of north Wales. A US security expert says he has been the victim of a plot to kill him. The growing of jatropha could capture up to 25 tonnes of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere every year, a study suggests. An Australian company has been found guilty of destroying a sacred site in the Northern Territory. Hundreds of people have attended the funeral of two brothers murdered by their father in the Republic of Ireland. Bedfordshire's police and crime commissioner (PCC) is considering replacing some of its stations in public areas. Parents who look after their children will be eligible for free childcare under a new scheme announced by the government. Tottenham have signed Spain striker Roberto Soldado from Valencia for a club record fee. Scientists in Taiwan have discovered a species of spider that jumps when it hunts. The US has raised its national terror threat level to "critical", its highest ever. An early copy of a Byzantine gold coin made in France has been declared treasure in Norfolk. Campaigners have launched a legal challenge to a controversial housing development in Oxford. The head of Spain's rail network, Renfe, has said there is no record of communication between the train and the monitoring centre. Hugh Grant has been cast as Napoleon Solo in Ritchie's adaptation of the TV series The Man From U.C.L.L.E. A field trial of a genetically modified (GM) rice in the Philippines has been vandalised. Gemma Arterton is set to star in a West End musical based on the film Made in Dagenham. The Duke of Cambridge has said he and his wife will miss it " terribly" when he leaves Anglesey next month. Unemployment in the UK remained unchanged in the three months to June, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Former Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli has announced her retirement from tennis. Two teenagers have appeared in court in Canada charged with child pornography offences following the death of a teenage girl. Reading defender Jobi McAnuff says he would like to stay at the club. Allotments in Leatherhead and Ashtead in Surrey could be sold to a developer. Three teenagers have appeared in court in the US state of Oklahoma accused of shooting dead an Australian student. Girls are more physically active than boys, a study suggests. More than 20 million people in China could be exposed to unsafe levels of arsenic in their drinking water, a study suggests. Chinese media are mostly focusing on the trial of disgraced politician Bo Xilai on corruption charges. A blood test can detect ovarian cancer at an early stage, a study suggests. It is one of the most famous clubs in the world of cricket. Sea otters are helping to revive seagrass in California, according to a new study. David Hockney's son died after drinking acid at his home, an inquest has heard. Mobile phone network Three has abolished roaming charges for customers travelling abroad. Plans to store water from two disused quarries in Snowdonia have been approved by councillors. A 17-year-old boy has died after suffering a head injury at a party in south-east London. A Malala Yousafzai, who was shot in the head by the Taliban, is to open a library in Birmingham. 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Former BBC director general Mark Thompson has defended the corporation's decision to pay off a former deputy director general £1m. Chancellor George Osborne has said the UK is "turning a corner" in the economy, in a speech to the Institute for Fiscal Studies. Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced plans to invest £1bn in its Solihull plant over the next three years. British jockeys have criticised plans to stage fixtures on Good Friday. David Cameron has said a Russian plan to remove Syria's chemical weapons would be a "significant step forward". It is one of the most famous cars in the world. Tesco has agreed to sell its Fresh & Easy chain to private equity firm Yucaipa. Children who read for pleasure at the age of 16 are more likely to do well in maths and spelling, research suggests. The Duke of Cambridge has completed his final shift as a search and rescue pilot at RAF Valley on Anglesey. British entrepreneur Ewan McGregor has accused the Chinese government of treating foreign companies as "shaming and ordering them to confess". Former Bath captain Scott Guscott believes his former club Leicester Tigers are on the cusp of a revival. It's been a turbulent week for Scottish rugby. Scientists in Japan have developed a new way to detect the signs of Alzheimer's disease. Voting is now open for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award. Blackberry has unveiled its first Android-powered handset. Some of the world's biggest donor countries are failing to give enough money to help those affected by the conflict in Syria, Oxfam says. A 75-year-old woman died after being hit by a pothole in Monmouthshire, an inquest has heard. Peru's former President, Keiko Fujimori, has announced he will set up his own social media accounts. HMS Astute has been officially launched at a Cumbrian shipyard. A Brazilian rancher has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a prominent landowner in the Amazon region. Roma legend Francesco Totti has signed a new two-year contract with the Serie A club. mead is one of the most popular alcoholic beverages in the US. Sir Ben Ainslie led Oracle Team New Zealand to victory in the America's Cup. A man who posed as a clown near schools in County Antrim has apologised for any distress. The US defence department has recalled nearly all of its civilian employees who stopped work in the first week of the government shutdown. A tribunal in Bangladesh has sentenced an opposition leader to death for war crimes committed during the 1971 war of independence. US President Barack Obama's signature healthcare law has come into force. The invention of the 20th Century was invented in Wales. Hyundai Motor America has offered to help US federal employees affected by the government shutdown. Harvard is the world's highest university, according to a new league table. The oceans are in danger of mass extinction, according to a new report. The Gambia has announced it is withdrawing its membership of the British Commonwealth. The restoration of a Grade II-listed pier in East Sussex is to go on sale. photo-sharing service Instagram has announced that it is introducing advertising. Campaigners are calling for urgent action to tackle congestion on the A303 near Stonehenge. Malala Yousafzai, who was shot in the head by the Taliban, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. A complete version of Doctor Who's The Web of Fear has been found in Nigeria. Home Secretary Theresa May has announced plans to make it harder for illegal immigrants to stay in the UK. The father of fugitive US intelligence leaker Edward Snowden has said he is "not sure" he will be returning to the US. Northern Ireland striker Callum Paterson says his side's 2-0 World Cup qualifying defeat by Azerbaijan was "a fine line". The winner of this year's Ibrahim Prize for African leadership has been announced. A review of the quality of life and care of older people in residential care in Wales is to be launched. cosmetics company Avon is set to close its French subsidiary with the loss of more than 100 jobs. Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has been offered a chance to pay off his debt to society. Legislation to tackle cyberbullying should be considered as a criminal offence, the chief inspector of schools in Wales has said. The University of Aberdeen has invested £1m in one of the UK's most powerful computers. Scientists have reconstructed the nervous system of an extinct arthropod. Apprenticeships for young people in England are "not valued as it should be by society", a report says. This year's World Music Festival is taking place in Cardiff. Former England batsman Paul Downton has been appointed as the new chief executive of the England and Wales Cricket Board. An audit of the sport's governing body has found it is "not fit for purpose" and does not qualify to receive public money. US investment bank JP Morgan Chase is set to pay $13bn (£7bn) to settle a criminal investigation into its sale of mortgage-backed securities, reports say. A statue of comedian Frank Sidebottom has been unveiled in the village of Timperley. CCTV footage has emerged of Kenyan soldiers allegedly looting at the Westgate shopping centre. The NHS in England should pay an extra £500m a year to cover the cost of treating foreign patients, the government has said. Venezuela's military says it has shot down two unauthorised planes over the country's airspace. India's controversial Kudankalum nuclear power station in the southern state of Tamil Nadu has started generating electricity. Fifa vice-president Jeffrey Webb says he will not replace Sepp Blatter as president of world football's governing body. A British soldier shot dead in Afghanistan has been named by the Ministry of Defence. Lance Armstrong is "not capable" of winning the Tour de France, says three-time Tour de France winner Greg LeMond. Scientists have created a digital robot to study how the biggest sauropods would have walked on land. Syria has submitted its declaration of chemical weapons to the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). University staff are to stage a one-day strike in a dispute over pay. The childhood home of John Lennon has been sold at auction for £150,000. GCSEs in England are to be replaced with a numerical system, the exams watchdog Ofqual has announced. A statue of cricket legend Dickie Bird has been raised to make it harder to reach its finger. Thousands of people have gathered in Leicester to celebrate Diwali. A bike hire scheme in Dumfries will not be included in a regional rollout. Govan was one of Scotland's largest shipbuilding yards. A man has been found guilty of causing serious injury by dangerous driving after he knocked down two children in Leeds. People in the UK are being invited to take part in the world's largest ever genetic study. At least 20 people have been killed in an explosion in the Syrian capital, Damascus, the state news agency Sana says. Hundreds of people have protested outside Liverpool's Town Hall against council cuts. Japan's men's rugby union team won the World Cup for the first time in eight years. MSPs have backed a bill to legalise same-sex marriage in Scotland. Cristiano Ronaldo scored the only goal as Portugal beat Sweden in the first leg of their World Cup qualifier in Lisbon. At least six people have been killed in a bomb attack on a hotel in the Somali capital, Mogadishu. Hundreds of people have attended the funeral of a World War Two Dambusters veteran. Jamaica's anti-doping chief has warned that the country's athletes could be the "tip of the iceberg". Thailand's Senate has rejected a bill that would have allowed former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra to return to the country. The acidification of the oceans is growing faster than the rest of the world, according to a new report. The National Audit Office (NAO) has released its latest report on the private sector. Labour MSP Alison MacDonald has launched a new bill to legalise assisted dying in Scotland. The sister of a cyclist killed in a crash in east London has appealed for witnesses to come forward. Indonesia's president has accused Australia of spying on his mobile phone. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has said it has made more than 100 arrests in the past six months. A woman has admitted murdering three men whose bodies were found in ditches in Cambridgeshire. A French singer who murdered an actress in 2003 has returned to the stage. German Chancellor Angela Merkel has said allegations that the US spied on her phone are "grave". Police are investigating a complaint about a mural at an Edinburgh primary school. Brian O'Driscoll and Johnny Sexton will start for Ireland in Sunday's Test against New Zealand in Dublin. Sweden captain Zlatan Ibrahimovic says his side's play-off defeat by Portugal was the "last attempt" to reach the World Cup. When David Smith was born with two feet facing backwards, he had to learn to walk again. Hundreds of jobs could be created at a Ministry of Defence (MoD) depot in Shropshire, a council has said. Fr Alec Reid, who was photographed praying over the bodies of two soldiers murdered by the IRA in 1988, has died in the Republic of Ireland. Iran is committed to giving up the prospect of nuclear weapons, French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius has said. Chess boxing is one of the most popular sport in the world. Aberdeen chairman Stewart Milne has said the club's proposed new stadium will not be put on hold. Victims of asbestos-related cancer will be able to claim compensation under a new scheme announced by the government. For more than a decade, journalist Manisha Kewlani is one of India's leading rights lawyers. Plans for a new railway stop in Reading have been given the go-ahead. US football fans celebrated their team's Super Bowl victory in Seattle on Sunday night. An independent review is to be carried out into allegations of abuse and neglect in care homes, First Minister Carwyn Jones has announced. Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych has held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Cristiano Ronaldo scored a late winner as Portugal beat the USA to keep alive their hopes of reaching the World Cup quarter-finals. Manchester City came from two goals down to beat Bayern Munich and reach the Champions League knockout round. A group of soldiers who staged a protest at a training parade have been sentenced to detention. In a park in the centre of the Uruguayan capital, Buenos Aires, 16-year-old Cristian Pedraza is growing his own cannabis plants. Canada Post says it will stop delivering letters and parcels to homes and replace them with community post boxes. Oldham Athletic have sacked midfielder Cristian Montano following his arrest on suspicion of match-fixing. World champion Martyn Irvine has been named BBC Northern Ireland's Sports Personality of the Year 2013. The US says it is "not in any way walking back" from allegations against Indian diplomat Devendra Khobragade. The Queen has pardoned World War Two codebreaker Alan Turing. The search for a Scottish botanist who has been missing in Vietnam for more than a month is due to begin on Tuesday. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Farai Sevenzo looks at the highs and lows of 2013. Neil Gaiman's novel The Ocean at the End of the Lane has been named the National Book of the Year. 2013 was a turbulent year for Northern Ireland. It was a dream come true for Teresa Seifert in the Philippines. France will withdraw most of its troops from Mali by the end of the year, the defence minister has said. There will be a "natural reduction" in the number of jobs at the DVLA, the UK's finance secretary has said. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's time at Manchester United has come to an end. There is "no green light" for fixed-odds betting terminals in the UK, the government has said. UKIP leader Nigel Farage has called on the government to ban EU citizens from claiming in-work benefits. Newsnight presenter Jeremy Paxman has revealed he has shaved off his full beard. Leicester City have signed Riyad Alger from French Ligue 1 side Le Havre. Former Germany midfielder Thomas Hitzlsperger has been praised by his former team-mates after revealing he is gay. Antarctica's " emperor" penguins are more adaptable than previously thought, a study suggests. Depression is one of the most common mental health problems in the world. Ballymena United have signed former Linfield striker Darren Boyce on a 30-month deal. Two wards at a Cardiff hospital have been closed to new admissions after an outbreak of norovirus. Tens of thousands of anti-government protesters have taken to the streets of the Thai capital, Bangkok. Work has begun to clear up debris that washed up on beaches in Norfolk following Storm Desmond. Johnny Cash's son Carter Cash has announced the release of a new album. A man who was wrongly convicted of murdering a woman more than 40 years ago may have been wrongly convicted, a former police officer has said. pharmacy is the third largest health profession in the health sector in the UK. Great Britain could win four medals at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, according to UK Sport. Flooding is getting worse in the UK, according to water and environmental experts. Hsiao Hsiao is a Buddhist devotee in Taiwan. Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni has said he will not sign into law a bill banning gay sex. EU foreign ministers have agreed to set up a UN peacekeeping mission in the Central African Republic (CAR). The chief minister of India's capital, Delhi, has resumed his protest against police. Plans to redevelop Bristol City's Ashton Gate stadium are set to go ahead. Former Environment Secretary Lord Rooker has called on the government to re-introduce flood forests into catchments. Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney is close to signing a new five-and-a-half-year contract. Police in Australia say they have shot two crocodiles after a boy was mauled by a crocodile. The US has condemned the Afghan government's decision to release 37 of its prisoners. Children with multiple peanut allergies have been able to eat the equivalent of five peanuts a day after six months, a study suggests. Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) has said it will set aside £3.1bn to settle claims relating to mis-sold payment protection insurance (PPI). Two Earth observation cameras have been attached to the International Space Station. Yemen's national airline, Yemen, has been charged with manslaughter over the crash of a plane in the Comoros in 2007. British gymnast Louis MacKenzie says he feels "more South African than British" after returning home to South Africa. The chief executives of Dyfed-Powys Police and Carmarthenshire council were unlawfully given pension payments, the auditor general has said. Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho accused West Ham of playing "rubbish football" after his side were held to a goalless draw at Stamford Bridge. Online travel agents have been allowed to offer discounts on hotel rooms, the Office for National Statistics (OFT) has said. The opening of two RSPB reserves in Norfolk has been delayed because of flooding. Plans for a country park on the site of a former coal mine in Gedling have been given the go-ahead. Prime Minister David Cameron has announced that thousands of students will be learning the Chinese language. Swiss voters are going to the polls on Sunday to choose their next president. A rare white lion has been born at a zoo in South Africa. YouTube is one of the world's most popular social media sites. Work has started on a new surf park on the Dorset coast. Syria has denied reports that its chemical weapons have been shot by rebels. Russia's foreign minister has accused the US of interfering in Ukraine. Scotland's summer transfer window closed at the end of the season. North Korea has forced Kenneth Bae to return to a labour camp, US media report. The price of school holidays has risen by more than 300% in the past year. A Catholic teacher who resigned from her job at a school in north Belfast has said she has been subjected to a "campaign of sectarian intimidation". Flappy Bird has been taken down. "All the devils are in this crisis." When Pope Benedict XVI announced his retirement last month, it was a surprise. A woman had to stop in front of a police car on the M1 in Suffolk. US and Italian police have arrested 19 people in a series of raids in southern Italy. US actress Shirley Temple has died at the age of 89. Mobile phone jammers are to be installed in Scotland's prisons, Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill has announced. A steam railway group in the Highlands has launched a fundraising campaign. It's been another busy year for BBC News Day. Lizzy Yarnold has become the first British woman to win an Olympic skeleton title. Tributes have been paid to former England and Preston midfielder Tom Finney, who has died at the age of 83. Members of a Welsh language society have blocked the entrance to the Welsh government's headquarters in Conwy. Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych and opposition leaders have signed a deal to end months of anti-government protests. Wayne Rooney has signed a new five-and-a-half-year contract with Manchester United. Great Britain's record-breaking Winter Olympics could see more investment in winter sport, says UK Sport. Dame Judi Dench has revealed she has been diagnosed with blindness. Work to build a cycle track on a nature reserve in Derby has been halted by the High Court. Manchester United's hopes of reaching the Champions League quarter-finals suffered a further blow as they were beaten by Olympiakos at Old Trafford. Barcelona have made a tax payment of more than 13m euros (£7m) to cover the costs of Neymar's transfer. An "extremely premature" baby died after heart surgery, a coroner has said. Russia's lower house of parliament has passed a bill that would allow some of its territory to become a new "subject" of the Russian Federation. Football's governing body has voted to ban players from revealing "political, religious, religious and personal slogans" on their kit. Police investigating the rape of a 15-year-old girl in Hertfordshire have released an image of a man they want to speak to. At least 29 people have been killed in a knife attack at a railway station in the Chinese city of Kunming, state media report. Thousands of people in Guatemala have been evacuated from their homes after a volcano erupted. Oil and gas prices have risen sharply in the wake of Russia's annexation of Ukraine. Oscar-winning film 12 Years a Slave is set to increase the number of screens it is playing at the box office. Plans to turn part of a major road into a dual carriageway near Stonehenge are "not an improvement worth fighting", an MP has said. An extra £4.2m is to be spent to repair flood defences in parts of Wales hit by recent storms. Scotland manager Gordon Strachan says his side's 1-0 friendly win over Poland has given them confidence. Theresa May has set a deadline for the government to announce changes to the power of stop and search in England and Wales. Victims of a deadly asbestos-related cancer will be able to claim compensation under a new compensation scheme, the government has announced. Luton Town chairman Peter Sweet says there is "no boundaries" for the Hatters to return to the Football League. A court in the northern Nigerian state of Bauchi has sentenced four men to 20 lashes after they were convicted of homosexual offences. Volunteers are being asked to help clean up the Isle of Man's beaches. An NHS trust at Manchester's largest cancer hospital is being investigated by the health regulator. Non-payment of the BBC licence fee should be made a civil offence, the government has said. There's a big change in our relationship with robots. A fish that escaped from a flooded water centre has been found. Plaid Cymru is not in a position to outline its tax policy, the party's leader has said. Katarina Johnson-Thompson missed out on a place in the long jump at the World Indoor Championships in Belgrade. A dog that attacked a woman in Lincoln has been found. South African athlete Oscar Pistorius was on his stumps when he hit the toilet door with a cricket bat, his murder trial has heard. decriminalising TV licence fee evasion would be a "huge risk", the BBC's director general has said. EE has been named the UK's best mobile operator in a study. Reindeer's eyes are sensitive to flashes of flashing light, a study suggests. UK regulation of genetically modified (GM) crops should be relaxed, a report says. The number of first-time buyers in the UK is " gradually exhausting itself", surveyors have said. Scottish lawyers have welcomed the UK government's decision to appoint a divisional patent court in Scotland. More than half of councils in England will have more pupils than secondary school places by the next decade, figures suggest. People in Cambridge are being asked to knit for the Tour de France stage of the city. The line-up for this year'sWickerman Festival has been announced. A man is in an induced coma after being found with serious injuries on a road in Middlesbrough. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has won the National Critics Book Prize for her novel Americanah. A major road in Somerset has reopened after being closed for more than a week because of flooding. Hundreds of people have gathered in Swansea to support a mother who stopped to feed her baby in public. Ukrainian authorities have taken to the streets of Kiev for the first time since the Crimea referendum. China has temporarily shut one of the country's first "baby hatches" centres, after a rise in the number of abandoned babies, officials say. A British couple have become the first couple to win the World Carrying Championships. Rolling Stones singer Sir Mick Jagger has paid tribute to his partner L'Wren Scott. The number of women diagnosed with lung cancer in Scotland has more than doubled in the past 40 years, according to new figures. The Scottish SPCA has appealed for information after a cat was shot three times with a pellet gun in West Lothian. Microsoft has defended its search of the emails of a blogger. Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has announced a ban on social media. A former IRA leader has been charged in connection with the murder of Jean McConville. The remains of 10 British soldiers who died in World War One have been identified. Two Venezuelans have been killed during anti-government protests, officials say. Thousands of people are taking part in a parade in the Latvian capital Riga. Shatter Shatter is the Republic of Ireland's justice minister. Ed Sheeran has given away clothing to three charities, including Sue Ryder, St Elizabeth Hospice and St Elizabeth Hospice. Archaeologists in Gloucestershire say they have found the remains of thousands of people who died from the plague. Venezuelan security forces have ended a curfew imposed in the western city of San Cristobal. Powys has taken over the role of the Office of Trade (OT) to take on estate agents. Peter Kennaugh has won the Tour of Britain for the first time. Comedian Sandi Toksvig has said he would be "a big fan" of more female hosts on quiz shows. A man has been jailed after being found guilty of making a hoax call to a hospital. As Team Brazil prepares to play in the Street Child World Cup in Rio de Janeiro, the BBC's James Reynolds looks at the challenges facing street children in Brazil. In our series of letters from African journalists, Ghanaian writer Elizabeth Ohene looks at the state of Ghana's infrastructure. Glasgow School of Art has opened its new building on the opposite side of Renfrew Street. The new chief inspector of public services in Wales has been appointed. Aintree is one of the most famous races in the UK. In the centre of Budapest, thousands of people gather outside the parliament building. In the aftermath of the Paris attacks, the BBC's James Reynolds reported symptoms of fear and anxiety. A reality TV show has given a town a "certain stereotype, perception and image", a council has warned. 3D printing technology is making a huge impact on our lives. inspectors have found "serious concerns" about the quality of care provided to residents at two care homes. Five British men arrested in India have been released on bail. The government's new work programme is "for the first time ever working" with disabled people, the work and pensions secretary has said. A British warship has arrived in the search for the missing Malaysia Airlines plane after a Chinese vessel detected two underwater signals. artist Damien Hirst is to publish his first book. Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch is to star in a TV adaptation of Shakespeare's Macbeth. The death rate of bees in Europe has risen to 10% in the past two years, according to a new report. British businessman Shrien Dewani has been extradited to South Africa to face murder charges. A man who ran over and seriously injured a police officer while trying to stop a stolen car has been jailed for 12 years. South African athlete Oscar Pistorius has told his murder trial there was "nothing they could do" for his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. Stephen Copoc, a student from Garston, Liverpool, travelled to Hillsborough with a group of friends, who all survived. Diego Simeone said he was "humbled" by the way he was playing for Atletico Madrid. Indonesia's ruling PDI-P party appears to have performed better than expected in parliamentary elections. The owners of Dunsfold Park in Waverley have lost a legal battle over the use of the airfield. Joseph Clark, from Liverpool, travelled by car with a group of friends, who all survived. Leeds United managing director David Haigh has resigned following the sale of Massimo Cellino. Drought conditions in the Amazon could lead to the loss of thousands of trees, a study suggests. The Tate's exhibition of cut-outs by Henri Matisse has been praised by critics. A large sign has been spotted on a roundabout in Berkshire. Russian state TV channels have been portraying the Ukrainian government's efforts to rein in "separatists" in eastern Ukraine. Nigeria's military says most of the schoolgirls abducted from a school in the north-eastern town of Chibok have escaped. Teachers are being urged to discuss the issue of female genital mutilation (FGM) with parents. How do you protect your customers' personal data? A man has been found guilty of stabbing a man to death in a Borders village. Shares in China's Weibo social network have jumped more than 20% in their first day of trading in the US. South Africa's High Court has told me to take a break and use the Easter holidays. The US says it is to release a tranche of funds to help Iran meet its commitments on its nuclear programme. A jury in the US state of Utah has declared a mistrial after a man was shot dead during a trial. Illegal hunting is taking place in Malta, according to a British conservationist. The trial of three al-Jazeera journalists on terrorism charges in Egypt has been played on video. Iraqis go to the polls on Sunday to elect a new government. An investigation into the death of a Labour MP's husband in hospital has found he died of pneumonia. Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) has been fined a record fine in Hong Kong for falsifying records of emerging markets trades. Crewe Alexandra manager Steve Davis says the club's future looks "very healthy". Lancashire have appointed Glen Chapple as their new head coach following the departure of Peter Moores. Work has started on a centre to commemorate the Battle of the Somme. When the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced last month that it would allow internet service providers to speed up data-heavy services. Five British servicemen have been killed in a helicopter crash in southern Afghanistan. A huge video game archive has been found in a disused quarry in Lancashire. Pro-Russian militants have attacked government buildings in the eastern Ukrainian city of Luhansk. Paul Murray, a schoolboy from Stoke-on-Trent, travelled to Hillsborough with his father, Tony, who also survived. Harry Pincher was one of the UK's best-known journalists. A local fisherman in northern Brazil has found a large piece of debris from a UK satellite. James Hennessy, a father-of-two from Liverpool, travelled to Hillsborough with friends, who all survived. A third Met Police officer has been sacked for leaking information about the "plebgate" row. US President Barack Obama is due to meet German Chancellor Angela Merkel in Washington this week. It's time to get active! A village pub in Somerset has been taken over by a community group. Sheridan Richardson and Julie Chancellor are to star in a new Channel 4 adaptation of the novels Lucia and Mapp. Norwich City were relegated from the Premier League as Aaron Ramsey's superb strike gave Arsenal victory at Carrow Road. At least two people have been killed and more than 20 wounded in two explosions on buses near the Kenyan capital, Nairobi. Sinn Féin president Gerry Adams has denied claims by the son of Jean McConville that he threatened to release his names. Cornelius Gurlitt, the collector of Germany's biggest art collection, has died at the age of 74. Prosecutors in Colombia say they have dismantled an office that intercepted emails from politicians and journalists covering the peace process in Cuba. The Ospreys ended their Pro12 season with a bonus-point win over Connacht at Liberty Stadium. Easyjet is to use drones to inspect its planes. North Carolina Republicans have chosen a conservative to challenge Democratic senator Kay Hagan in November's US Senate election. More than a third of men in the UK are suffering from mental health problems. India's Supreme Court has ruled in favour of Vodafone in a long-running tax dispute. When former England centre Tony Smith joined Wasps at the end of the season, he would have been disappointed. Voters are going to the polls to elect a new council. Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg says the Spanish Grand Prix is "crucial" for his title rival Lewis Hamilton. More than 200 Nigerian schoolgirls are still missing after an attack on their school in Chibok. Greeks will go to the polls on Sunday to elect a new government. Liberal Democrats have accused Education Secretary Michael Gove of "raiding money" on free schools in England. The US has condemned China's decision to install an oil rig in disputed waters in the South China Sea. Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for bribery. An investigation by the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has found no evidence of criminality by former soldiers. A report has found "serious concerns" about the care of dementia patients at an Edinburgh hospital. recorded levels of violence at a prison in Hertfordshire are "very high", inspectors have said. A lunch date with Apple chief executive Tim Cook has sold for a charity auction at CharityBuzz. At the annual Labour Day rally in Paris, the speaker of the far-right National Front. The Court of Appeal in Belfast is examining a weapons conviction for a man who was shot by police. The US military says it is considering transferring Pte Bradley Manning to civilian prison to receive treatment for gender disorder. Atletico Madrid won the La Liga title for the first time with a hard-fought draw at Barcelona. World champion Helen Glover says she is "really happy" with her new partner Polly Swann after their opening World Cup event in Amsterdam. Scientists have developed a new class of plastic that can be recycled. An investment company has launched an algorithm that will vote on whether to invest in companies. A south Wales company has been fined £15,000 for mislabelling frozen meat. The government is considering taking over schools in Birmingham, the BBC understands. The remains of a young girl found in Mexico have shed new light on the origins of the Americas. French author Martin St Aubyn has won the Wodehouse Prize for his satire about literary prizes. Entertainer Uri Geller has unveiled a statue of a gorilla made entirely of spoons. A Church of Ireland bishop has said he supports same-sex marriage. Dog patrols can reduce the number of seagulls on beaches, according to a new study. Sussex's Luke Wells says he is a better player than ever before. US researchers have used electromagnetic waves to implant tiny implants into the heart of a rabbit. Councils in Northern Ireland are set to take over the running of their own local government. Police in Iran have arrested seven people in connection with a video of women dancing to Pharrell Williams' song Happy. A Grade II-listed building in Stoke-on-Trent is to be turned into a university centre. A 17-year-old US student is trying to teach the computer how to diagnose cancer. The US justice department has said it will allow federal agents to record suspect interviews. In the autumn of 2010, Saracens captain Steve Borthwick was fined by the club. One of Scotland's most famous buildings, Charles Rennie Mackintosh, is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Chelsea have agreed a deal to sell defender David Luiz to Paris St-Germain for an undisclosed fee. Chinese police have arrested a man suspected of involvement in Thursday's attack in the western city of Urumqi, which left 22 people dead, state media report. Prominent Bahraini human rights activist Nabeel Rajab has been released from prison. Turnout voters in the European Parliament elections have turned out for the first time in decades. French President Francois Hollande has called on the European Union to be "simple, clear". A former aide to former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has said he was involved in a "terrible spiral" in his 2012 campaign. "There's only one Tony Stewart'." Sir Christopher Lee has released a new album of heavy metal. Thousands of people in Abkhazia's capital Sukhumi have taken to the streets to protest against the country's president. More than 50 patients have had eye surgery in a mobile theatre at a Bristol hospital. The search for the missing Malaysia Airlines plane in the Indian Ocean has been called off, officials say. Downton Abbey actress Elizabeth Johnston is to star in the fifth series of Downton Abbey. The deportation of a mother and her two daughters from the UK to Nigeria has been delayed, friends have said. The NHS in England is failing to meet a key waiting time target for cancer treatment, charities say. The search for a group of climbers missing on Washington's highest mountain has been called off. In the north-eastern Nigerian city of Kano, there is a growing belief that education is long overdue and a wider education is essential. French police have arrested four people as part of an anti-terror operation. The summer transfer window closed in England and Scotland on 1 July. A British student has been jailed for three years in the United Arab Emirates for possessing drugs. Jamie Hamill has returned to Kilmarnock following his release by Hearts. Raith Rovers have signed Livingston midfielder Scott Martin on a two-year deal. Mexico's Congress has passed a bill to toughen sentences for kidnappings. The UK's oldest nuclear reactor is to be allowed to lose more than 8%, the BBC has learned. The ancient cities of Rishikesh and Haridwar in northern India have been linked to the spread of antibiotic resistance. A Russian fighter jet made a low-altitude pass over a US reconnaissance plane, US officials say. Plans to expand Dyson's headquarters in Wiltshire have been approved by councillors. Actress Jane Fonda has been honoured with the American Film Institute's lifetime achievement award. BBC Sport football expert Mark Lawrenson is predicting the outcome of every game at the 2014 World Cup. Conditions at California's jails have "serious systemic deficiencies", the US justice department has said. Egypt's new president, Abdul Fattah al-Sisi, has vowed to defeat terrorism and achieve security. Home Secretary Theresa May and Education Secretary Michael Gove have clashed over tackling extremism. Eugene, an artificial intelligence chatbot, has won a competition to test if a computer is mistaken for a human. Snooker player Stephen Lee has been fined for defrauding a fan out of more than £1,600. Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a new type of smart glasses. Stoke City have signed midfielder Steve Sidwell from Fulham for an undisclosed fee. Microsoft has announced a new Halo video game package for the Xbox One console. Aston Villa have signed former England defender Carlton Cole on a one-year deal. Pakistan's military says it has carried out air strikes on militants in a tribal region near the Afghan border. Two schools at the centre of the Trojan Horse scandal have been told they could lose their funding. Hereford United have been expelled from the Conference Premier after failing to pay football creditors. Jurors in the trial of former children's TV presenter John Hughes have been discharged after failing to reach a verdict. Hundreds of people have turned out for the first time in London's Serpentine Gallery. New Falkirk manager Peter Houston is targeting a play-off place in the Championship next season. South African police have arrested a man in connection with the murder of a man in a "love triangle". More than £1m is to be spent on regeneration projects in south Wales. Plans for a new £2m lifeboat station in Scarborough have been given the go-ahead. Chelsea have completed the signing of midfielder Cesc Fabregas from Barcelona. A pilot and his wife have been found safe and well after their light aircraft crashed in an East Midlands field. Aberdeen have appointed Arbroath boss Paul Sheerin as their new manager. England are confident ahead of Saturday's World Cup match against Italy, according to a new study. Colombians are going to the polls in the second round of the presidential election. Fierce fighting has been reported in the Libyan city of Benghazi. Meat inspectors in the UK are opposing changes to the way pigs are slaughtered for meat. The Royal Mint has unveiled a £5 coin to mark Prince George's first birthday. The US is to send 275 military personnel to Iraq, the White House has said. Google and Facebook can be intercepted by the UK government, it has been revealed. The number of RSPCA convictions in Wales has risen, according to new figures. A memorial service has been held for four yachtsmen who went missing off the Somerset coast. New York's Metropolitan Opera has cancelled a live broadcast of an opera about the killing of a Jewish man 30 years ago. Wigan Warriors have signed England full-back Sam Tomkins from Saracens. A Mexican man has been charged with the murder of a US border agent in 2010. A bike hire scheme has been re-launched in Oxfordshire. MPs have voted to ban seven jihadist groups from the UK. A man is challenging a decision not to refer two brothers to the Crown Court for breaching their assisting offender agreements. A four-year-old girl who was seriously injured in a crash which killed her mother and four other people has been discharged from hospital. German engineering giant Siemens and Mitsubishi have increased their offer for French engineering firm Alstom. Yo, a messaging app that sends a "yo" to a user, has been hit by reports. A huge sinkhole has opened up near the World Cup stadium in Rio de Janeiro. Hibernian have appointed Alan Stubbs as their new head coach. The Wimbledon Championships are one of the biggest sporting events in the world. tiny Tour de France bunting being hung in Cambridge will not cause any damage, the city council has said. Abu Dhabi United Group has invested £1bn in a plan to build hundreds of homes in Manchester city centre. Concerns have been raised about the name of a new prison in Wrexham. Monet's Nympheas has sold at auction in London for £31.7m. US actor Ken Wallach, best known for his roles in The Magnificent Seven, has died at the age of 93. Hamilton Academical have signed former St Mirren defender Steven van Zanten on a one-year deal. A second hospital trust in Cumbria has been placed in special measures. Plans for a £100m surfing centre in north Wales have been given the go-ahead by the Welsh government. Plans to close a primary school in East Dunbartonshire are to be investigated by the Scottish government. William Hague has made his second visit to northern Iraq. Arcade Fire took to the stage at Glastonbury after a lightning strike. Thousands of people have attended a gay rights rally in Singapore, despite a Muslim-led campaign against homosexuality. Greece captain Kostas Karagounis has announced his retirement from international football. Switzerland strikermedi Mehmedi says "too much is talked about just Messi" ahead of Saturday's World Cup match against Argentina. Dame Judi Dench has announced her support for Surrey Wildlife Trust. South Africa's mines are on strike in a dispute over pay and conditions. Scientists say they have identified a gene that increases a person's risk of having a stroke. A football referee in the US state of Michigan has died after being punched by a player during a game. A woman accused of murdering her two-year-old son has been granted bail by a court. People enjoy "just thinking", according to a new study. Northern Ireland needs to do more to promote a "safe and secure image" of the country, a government review has found. Five men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 23-year-old was stabbed to death in Birmingham. A body set up to encourage private investment in the developing world has been criticised by the National Audit Office (NAO). Maria Sharapova's comments about David Beckham and Sachin Tendulkar have gone viral in India. Lewis Hamilton says he is inspired by Muhammad Ali as he attempts to close the gap to Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg. A care home has been told to make improvements after an inspection. Scottish actress Karen Gillan is set to star in the new Marvel film, Guardians of the Galaxy. Germany's federal intelligence service has arrested a man suspected of spying for the US. Rolf Harris's conviction for historical child sex offences is spreading across Australia. More than 100 Indian nurses who were held hostage by Islamist militants in Iraq have returned home. Bus services in London are now cashless, Transport for London (TfL) has announced. Transformers: The fourth film in the series has topped the US Independence Day weekend. e-learning technology is a growing trend in Africa. A van Gogh expert has claimed that a painting hung in Reading is not a work by the artist. The UK's first wave and tidal energy demonstration zones off Wales have been given the go-ahead. Southampton City Council has announced plans to cut more than 200 jobs. Manchester United have named left-back Luke Shaw in their squad for their pre-season tour to the United States. The Pope has replaced the entire governing board of the Vatican bank. Humberside's chief constable has written to head teachers asking them to allow parents to take leave during school time. The Welsh government has welcomed a Supreme Court ruling that it has the power to set minimum wages. Canadian pop star Justin Bieber has been sentenced to six months in jail for throwing eggs at a neighbour's home. RSPB Scotland has issued a warning after a rare marine bird was photographed in the Highlands. Owen Sheers' book Pink Mist has won the Wales Book of the Year award. China has admitted that it is allowed to trade in tiger skins from captive tigers, officials say. The leader of the Orange Order has said the institution is "stepping up to the mark" in its response to a parade ruling. The Glasgow School of Art's (GSA) fire-damaged Mackintosh building has received a donation of £300,000. Leeds United owner Massimo Cellino says he will not have one player living outside of the club next season. Rangers have signed midfielder Marius Zaliukas on a two-year deal. The former Archbishop of Canterbury has said he has changed his mind over the legal right to die in England and Wales. A project to cut the cost of offshore wind is to receive funding from the Scottish government. Former Archbishop of South Africa, Desmond Tutu, has said he would support assisted dying for the terminally ill. Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari has been sacked by the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF). The Church of England has a long tradition of allowing women to be bishops. Stefan Owens scored two tries as Widnes beat Warrington to keep alive their hopes of a top-four finish in Super League. Newcastle United have signed Netherlands full-back Daryl Janmaat from Feyenoord for an undisclosed fee. Sir Andrew Marriner is celebrating his 70th birthday at the Albert Hall. fast food restaurants in Kent are to be banned from opening near schools in a bid to tackle obesity. Nigeria's President Goodluck Jonathan has criticised the parents of some of the schoolgirls kidnapped by Boko Haram. An environmental permit has been revoked after a fire at a fuel depot in Manchester city centre. Hearts have made their seventh signing of the summer by bringing in Princeuaben. Shakespeare's Globe on London's Bankside is a kind of living laboratory. A report into the so-called "Trojan Horse" scandal has found evidence of a "sustained and co-ordinated agenda" to impose on children in a number of Birmingham schools. Bolivia has signed into law a law allowing children under the age of 14 to work for others. Scientists have solved the mystery of why some of the world's most famous sandstone landforms are controlled by a stress field. The family of former footballer Jeff Astle are to meet the Football Association's chairman over concerns about head injuries. Leyton Orient manager Russell Slade says new owner Francesco Becchetti is "learning" about the club's future. Olympic silver medallist Alison Houvenaghel has withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow because of injury. It is 100 years since the first British soldier to die fighting in Europe. Sunderland striker Federico Scocco has joined Argentine side Newell's Super League club for an undisclosed fee. British rock band Duran Duran are suing a fan club in the US for unpaid fees. At the University Hospital in Bambari, in the Central African Republic (CAR), Gerizapa lay in a bed. Northern Ireland's Laura Foster and Jason Smyth both missed out on a place in the 100m semi-finals at the Commonwealth Games. Alastair Cook has been in the news for more than a year. A man has been found guilty of causing the death of a cyclist by careless driving. A judge has ruled in favour of the sale of the Los Angeles Clippers. India's biggest online retailer, Flipkart, has raised $1bn (£700m) in investment. One of England's biggest academy chains has been rated "inadequate" by the education watchdog. Two former leaders of Cambodia's Khmer Rouge regime have gone on trial for genocide. Nintendo has reported a net loss for the first three months of its financial year. Russia's President Vladimir Putin has signed into law a law requiring internet bloggers to comply with the country's media laws. There has been a "startling disconnect" between policies encouraging whistleblowers and their colleagues to come forward, MPs have said. A prize for children's books is to be relaunched after a "phenomenal triumph", the literary estate has said. Britain's Greg Lewis won Commonwealth Games gold in the men's high jump as compatriot Cutts failed three times. A man's body has been found at a recycling plant in Somerset. UK universities have become the first in the UK to offer master's degrees in cyber security. Israel may begin to withdraw from Gaza within the next few days, Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond has said. The world's most pure silicon has been produced for the first time. The FA Cup is one of the most famous competitions in the world. US private equity firm KKR has made a fresh offer for Australia's Treasury Wine Estates (TWE). Sony is to stop selling its first dedicated e-reader in Europe. Baroness Warsi was one of the most powerful figures in the Conservative Party. More than 2,000 Palestinians have been killed in the conflict in the Gaza Strip. painkilling drugs were found in the system of a prisoner who died in prison, a report has found. A man has died after being attacked outside a pub in Grimsby. Thousands of Christians have fled their homes in the northern Iraqi town of Nineveh, officials say. Heavy rain has caused flooding in parts of Cambridgeshire. Peter Houston is interested in signing a new striker for Falkirk. Barratt Homes has announced plans to build more than 200 new homes in Edinburgh. A UK-based radio station that was launched in Zimbabwe in 2009 has shut down. A three-year-old boy has been retained in the UK unlawfully by a Japanese woman, a High Court judge has ruled. Plans to drill for shale gas in County Fermanagh have been blocked by the environment minister. Venezuela has closed its border with Colombia in a bid to curb the smuggling of cheap goods. Bookmaker Ladbrokes has reported a sharp fall in half-year profits. The life of one of Scotland's best-known detectives has been revealed in a new book. Edinburgh Zoo's giant panda Tian Tian may give birth at the end of the month. Jo Pavey became Britain's oldest woman to win 5,000m gold at the World Championships. Thousands of people are to take part in a procession to mark the 50th anniversary of the Forth Road Bridge. Europe's Galileo satellite navigation system has been launched. The Scottish Labour Party's Lord Davidson has been filmed apparently praising China's economic policies in Lhasa. Luis Suarez's four-month ban for biting an Italian player has been upheld by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas). Two people have been seriously injured in a crash between a car and a bus in Fife. shelling has hit the eastern Ukrainian city of Donetsk. Police are investigating the death of a 60-year-old man in Galloway. An outbreak of measles has been confirmed at a nursery school in Neath Port Talbot. Antonio Conte has been named as the new coach of Italy by the Italian Football Federation. Salford Red Devils have signed former Leeds Rhinos prop Craig Hood on a two-year deal. Plans for a new film and television studios in Glasgow have been submitted to the Scottish government. Hearts have signed former Motherwell goalkeeper Lee Holt as cover for injured Neil Alexander and Paul Gallacher. US police have used tear gas to break up a protest in Missouri over the killing of an unarmed black teenager. Hull City's Robert Snodgrass will be out for six months with a knee injury, manager Steve Bruce has confirmed. French police are investigating a gang suspected of carrying out a raid on a convoy of Saudi Arabia's embassy in Paris. A former Rabobank trader has pleaded guilty in the US to trying to rig a key interest rate. The government has announced the shortlist for two new rail franchises in the north of England. A peregrine falcon has been found dead in Gwynedd. Five members of a banned Chinese cult have gone on trial for the murder of a woman in a McDonald's restaurant. Australia's biggest oil and gas producer, Woodside Petroleum, has reported a sharp rise in half-year profits. Two British students have been rescued after a boat sank off the coast of Indonesia. A growing number of patients in the UK are resistant to antibiotics, a leading doctor says. Global temperatures have not risen beyond the record set in 1998, according to a new theory. Former Irish prime minister Albert Reynolds has died at the age of 83. The number of council homes sold in Scotland has risen by 17%, according to official figures. Aston Villa have appointed Tom Fox as their new chief executive. Hearts have signed former Manchester United left-back Luke Eckersley on a deal until the end of the season. Britain's Sarah Butterfield won gold in the women's F51 javelin at the European Championships in Belgrade. Libya's plans to host the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations have been cancelled. China has executed seven Uighur men convicted of terrorism, state media report. Ospreys captain Alun Wyn Jones says it will be "nice" to have a new contract with the Welsh Rugby Union. Victims of sexual assault in Rotherham have been left unprotected or at risk of further offending, a report has found. Anti-war campaigners have set up a camp in Newport ahead of the Nato summit. The last flying Lancaster bomber has been forced to make an emergency landing. Lesotho's prime minister has said he has been removed from control by the army. A council leader has said it is "very difficult" for a councillor to resign after a taxi driver who had been convicted of rape was issued with a licence. Iraqi government forces have broken a siege of the town of Amerli, officials say. Hull City have broken their transfer record to sign Uruguay striker Abel Hernandez from Palermo for an undisclosed fee. Bournemouth have signed midfielder Andrew Surman on a season-long loan from Premier League side Bournemouth. A hospital trust has been placed in special measures after inspectors found staff shortages in A&E, children's care and at night. Magda Tilli and Miguel Tilli were on a beach in Lisbon in the summer of 2009. badgers in parts of the UK are to be vaccinated against TB, the government has announced. There is no need for a one-size-fits-all approach to dieting, a study suggests. A new film about the 'Lesbians and Gays Support Miners' has been released in Wales. A prison union has said it is "deeply concerned" after a knife was found in the hands of a prisoner. The Ebola outbreak in West Africa has killed more than 1,000 people. In the 1960s, I was in the middle of a debate about whether Yorkshire should be independent. Human remains have been found during a dig in Peterborough. "When you're a woman, you're a businesswoman, you're not a business," says Ashley Ashleys. (Close): London's leading shares closed lower, with mining shares among the biggest fallers. Residents of the Sheerwater housing estate in Surrey have said they want a new plan to regenerate the estate. Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) in the US. Hundreds of people have taken part in a giant water slide in a bid to raise money for cancer. A former employee of Brazil's state-run oil company, Petrobras, has accused politicians of taking bribes. Two dogs have died in a fire at a house in west Belfast. Great Britain's Lauren French and Dan Evans won mixed-team silver at the European Championships in Baku. England manager Roy Hodgson says his side must learn from "losing the battle and win the war" if they are to qualify for Euro 2016. Ivan Lendl says he has had a number of enquiries about returning to tennis as Andy Murray's coach. Young people would be offered free bus passes if the Liberal Democrats win power, Nick Clegg has said. It's almost time for the referendum on the UK's membership of the European Union. A 16-year-old boy has been arrested after two teachers were stabbed at a school. A £2.5m centre to improve wound care in Wales has opened in Rhondda Cynon Taff. Former Foreign Secretary Jack Straw is to chair a committee to examine the appointment of the House of Commons clerk. Ferguson Shipbuilders have been sold to Clyde Blowers Capital for an undisclosed sum. Unilever is one of the world's biggest healthcare companies. Plans for a golf and tennis centre owned by Judy Murray and Colin Montgomerie have been criticised by Stirling Council. Former England captain Alastair Cook says he will not be putting his money on England at the World Cup. The British teenager behind Yahoo's News Digest app has said he is considering his future. Islamic State (IS) has more than doubled its number of fighters, the CIA says. A 400-year-old bible has been bought by a university library for £1.2m. A girl is in a critical condition in hospital after being shot in a domestic-related incident in East Sussex. Thousands of pounds have been raised for the victims of a fire at a dogs' home in Greater Manchester. Police investigating the murder of a woman in Hampshire have been given more time to question a man. Crystal Palace came from behind to beat Everton at Goodison Park. A new Benedictine order in Monmouthshire has been launched by a vicar. British number two Heather Watson has been knocked out of the Abierto Mexicano Telcel in the second round. Alex Salmond is one of Scotland's most colourful politicians. The trial has begun in China of Uighur academic Ilham Tohti on charges of separatism. Apple has introduced a two-step verification system for its iCloud account. Chuck Feeney is one of the world's richest men. Steven Naismith scored twice as Everton began their Europa League campaign with a comfortable win over German side Wolfsburg. Tributes have been paid to a forensic scientist who died while leading the search for the remains of two Disappeared. Thai police investigating the murders of two British tourists have said there is no evidence against two Burmese men. Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed a ban on foreign ownership in the country's media. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been sacked as Cardiff City manager after seven games in charge. Angelina Jolie's decision to have a risk-reducing mastectomy has led to a rise in the number of women seeking genetic testing, research suggests. Ireland's economy grew by 1.5% in the first three months of the year, according to official figures. The Westgate shopping centre in Kenya's capital, Nairobi, has been the target of a terrorist attack. Hundreds of people have been ordered to leave their homes in California as a wildfire rages on. The owner of a boutique named after the River Thames has said she is considering changing the name. Sierra Leone has imposed a curfew in a bid to stop the spread of Ebola. (Close): London's leading shares closed higher after Scotland voted against independence. David Cameron has said it is time for the UK to "move forward" following the Scottish independence referendum. David Cameron's call for an English parliament has been met with a mixed response. It's been a historic day for 16 and 17-year-olds. Heavy rain has caused flooding in Essex. Angelina Jolie is to direct a film about conservationist John Leakey. A spire at a church in Surrey is to be repaired after being damaged by woodpeckers. staff working with children in nurseries and nurseries in Wales could be given the right to work at a higher level. Pakistan's military has appointed a new head of the country's intelligence agency, the ISI. A gas company has been fined £1m after faults were found at more than 300 homes in Dorset and Reading. The European Commission has recommended a decision on whether to grant funding for a new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point in Somerset. Czech cyclist Tomas Kreuziger has been cleared of doping by the Czech Olympic Committee. Red Bull say they will take it "one race at a time" to keep Daniel Ricciardo and Sebastian Vettel in the Formula 1 title. Welsh Secretary Stephen Crabb has said Wales should be "central" to the debate on devolution. Media in India are worried that tensions between India and China are growing. China's Fosun Group has made a bid for Portugal's biggest hospital chain, ESS. A housing company has announced it is to demolish two multi-storey flats in Reading. As Wales prepares to mark the 950th anniversary of the death of Llywelyn the Great, BBC Wales looks at the history of the country. A man has been arrested on suspicion of Syria-related terrorism offences. Rachel Mead is one of the most talented women in Women's Super League One. Emma Watson has spoken out about the importance of women's rights. The US has launched air strikes against Islamic State (IS) militants in Syria. A British Ukulele orchestra has lost a legal battle against a rival musical group. Solar panels are to be installed on homes in Kirklees in a bid to cut energy costs. Rory McIlroy has been the focus of this year's Ryder Cup at Gleneagles. More than 100 jobs are being created in Angus as part of a multi-million pound expansion. Sir Bradley Wiggins has become the first British man to win a world time trial title. Conductor Christopher Hogwood has died at the age of 74. Campaigners are calling for the sale of Dartmoor Hill ponies to be banned from the moor. Newsbeat has been speaking to a 15-year-old boy who says he's been bullied for the last five years. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a campaign to boost manufacturing in the country. Northern Ireland's deputy first minister has said his mother found out he was a member of the IRA. Nine men have been arrested on suspicion of encouraging terrorism and encouraging terrorism. Plans are being drawn up to improve a Blaby park after it was bought by Crown Estates. A former police community support officer (PCSO) has been jailed for three years for stealing thousands of pounds from passengers at Gatwick Airport. The daughter of murdered Scottish aid worker David Haines has said Islamic State (IS) needs to be eradicated. It's been a year since Channel 4's Benefits Street was filmed. Sam Tomkins says he could return to Wigan Warriors in the future. The FBI has said he is "very concerned" about Apple and Google's plans to encrypt data on mobile phones. Plans to store the historic Newport Ship have been given the go-ahead. David Cameron's meeting with the prime minister at Chequers was a chance for two Conservative MPs to tell the party what they think about the future for the North. The Cuban government has apologised for the launch of two colognes named after revolutionary leaders Che Guevara and Hugo Chavez. Three people have been killed and 18 injured after a truck ploughed into spectators at a car show in the Netherlands. lightsaber combat is being taught in Cheltenham for the first time. A man once dubbed the world's fattest is due to fly out to the US later. A US Secret Service contractor with a felony criminal record was allowed to board a lift with President Barack Obama, US media report. At least six Afghan soldiers have been killed in a suicide bomb attack on an army bus in the capital, Kabul, officials say. At least 11 people have been killed in shelling on a school in the eastern Ukrainian city of Donetsk. When Indian sprinter Dutee Chand was cleared to race at the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games, she was expected to make history. A target to improve Wales' performance in international tests has been scrapped by Education Minister Huw Lewis. Norway is the best country in the world for people over 60, according to a new report. For many people, the year was a turning point. London's red telephone boxes have been turned into a solar box. A Cardiff speed camera has caught more than 1,000 drivers a day. A man has appeared in court charged with attempted murder following an attack in Denny. World War II veterans have been honoured by the Russian embassy in London. The parents of Anni Dewani, who was shot dead on their honeymoon in South Africa four years ago, say they still do not know the truth about her death. Spain's top court is due to rule on whether the region of Catalonia should secede from the country. Sinn Féin's Arlene Foster has said she will take legal action against the Northern Ireland secretary of state. Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers praised his side's character after they beat West Brom 2-1 at Anfield. A seven-year-old Indian girl who went missing last month has been found safe and well. A public consultation has been launched on the location of a UK spaceport in Snowdonia. French Prime Minister Manuel Valls has accused the UK of "bias, prejudices and attacks" over France. Belfast-based building materials firm Northstone has reported a fall in turnover and profit for 2012. He's one of the world's most famous sprinters. In the middle of Maidenhead United's training ground, former Premier League striker Fraizer Campbell has a new lease of life. Scientists say they have made a "significant step forward" in their search for a cure for type 1 diabetes. It's been three years since England became the world's top Test team. Bianchi's death from injuries sustained in a crash at the Japanese Grand Prix in July 2014. A Cardiff man says a colony of "Tube web" has returned to his home. Police in the US state of Alaska have apologised to the family of a man who died in a car crash. Two men have been charged in connection with an attempted robbery in west Belfast. The new series of Bob the Handyman has been announced. NHS services have been disrupted for the second day in a row over pay. A security alert in west Belfast has ended. The Netherlands suffered a second successive defeat as they lost 2-0 to Iceland in their Euro 2016 qualifier. Indian author Arundhati Mukherjee is the favourite to win this year's Man Booker Prize. Michail Antonio scored twice as Nottingham Forest came from behind to draw with Watford at Vicarage Road. Have you ever wondered what's going on online? Formula 1 driver Jules Bianchi has been discharged from hospital after suffering a head injury in a crash at the Russian Grand Prix. St Helens prop Ben Flower has been banned for eight games for punching Wigan's Lance Hohaia. Amara is a student at Norwich University. Northern Ireland's economy grew in the second quarter of the year, according to official figures. Police are investigating online abuse directed at St Helens prop Ben Flower. Apple and Facebook have become the latest technology companies to offer women in the US to freeze their eggs. The charity Beat has called for a ban on the sale of stimulant laxatives to young people. The number of complaints about private parking in Scotland has more than doubled in a year, according to the Small Claims Court (CAS). More needs to be done to tackle heavy drinking in Wales, according to a new report. The fall in oil prices is a huge blow to the world's economy. Modern humans interbred with Neanderthals earlier than previously thought, a study suggests. League One side Accrington Stanley have signed Arsenal midfielder Jack Jebb on loan until the end of the season and Shrewsbury midfielder Macca McGovern on loan until the end of the season. Two more Rabobank employees have been charged in connection with the manipulation of the Libor interest rate. UK interest rates could remain lower for longer than expected, according to the Bank of England's chief economist. Scunthorpe United have signed midfielder Adam Osbourne on a deal until the end of the season. Celtic moved seven points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership with victory over Kilmarnock despite having defender Michele Pascali sent off. Britain's influence would be "zero" if it was not part of the European Union, the president of the European Commission has said. A man has set a new world record for the largest egg snack. Strong winds and heavy rain are expected to hit Wales on Monday night, the Met Office has said. David Thirlwell says he wanted to make chocolate the hero. The death of a man at Isle of Man's Royal Victoria Hospital was caused by "systemic failures", a coroner has said. Oscar Pistorius's sister and brother have spoken of their "heartache" for the South African athlete ahead of his sentencing. The family of a baby girl with a rare form of meningitis are raising money for her care. The Met Office has issued a yellow "be aware" warning for high winds across Scotland. Prisons in England and Wales are "not safe places", the chief inspector of prisons has warned. Sale's hopes of reaching the European Champions Cup quarter-finals suffered a blow as they were thrashed by Clermont Auvergne. South African athlete Oscar Pistorius has been sentenced to five years in jail for killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. A Portsmouth artist has created replicas of warships to mark the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar. Spending on private ambulances in London has more than doubled in the past two years, according to figures obtained by the BBC. British judoka Jade Jones has become the first black man to win an Olympic medal. A new Alice in Wonderland app has been launched in Llandudno. Tunisians go to the polls on Sunday to elect a new parliament, a year after the ousting of President Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali. French oil giant GDF Suez and BP have announced a new discovery in the North Sea. West Ham have signed France defender Yann Reveillere on a deal until the end of the season. Keira Knightley is to make her Broadway debut next year in a new version of Zola. Lala Njava is one of Africa's best-known musicians. Serbia have been fined by Uefa for the abandonment of their Euro 2016 qualifier against Albania. Stem cells that can kill brain tumours have been developed by US scientists. Mansfield Town have signed Crewe Alexandra striker Alex Oliver on loan until the end of the season. A dog shot in the head with a crossbow bolt is making "a miraculous recovery", the RSPCA has said. Plans for a quarry in Staffordshire have been described as the "largest threat" to a single ancient woodland site in England. Former Scottish Labour leaders have criticised Johann Lamont's decision to resign as party leader. Sheffield Wednesday have re-signed Leicester City striker Gary Taylor-Fletcher on loan until the end of the season. Thousands of people have taken part in the world's largest floating waterfall. A Co-op has apologised after contractors painted the wrong sign on the side of a road. Prison has been "reduced to a punitive holding operation" for people growing older and sicker behind bars, says the Prison Reform Trust. Victims of child sexual exploitation in Rotherham have told the BBC they are "too afraid to have gone to the law". landslides have closed a major road in the Highlands after heavy rain. Google is developing a way to detect cancer in the blood. More than two-thirds of police officers in England and Wales say they are planning to leave the service, a survey suggests. A rocket carrying supplies to the International Space Station has exploded after launch in the US state of Virginia. Singer Phil Collins has donated his collection of artefacts from the Alamo to the state of Texas. Taiwan has banned civil servants from going to China to study for China. It is 50 years since one of Australia's most famous books was published. Firefighters in England and Wales have gone on strike in a row over pensions. Zinedine Zidane has been given a coaching licence. Investigators are investigating the cause of a crash in Virgin Galactic's SpaceShipTwo plane. Power has been restored in Bangladesh after a major blackout hit the country on Saturday. The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) should be able to investigate allegations of corruption in Fifa's bidding process for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, an MP has said. A woman who has been selling poppies for more than 75 years has been named as one of the UK's longest-standing poppy collectors. Communities in the UK are to be offered the chance to buy in their own renewable energy business. Frequent childhood readers make less progress in vocabulary than those who do not, a study suggests. Taylor Swift is one of the world's most popular artists. South African prosecutors have filed an appeal against the conviction of Oscar Pistorius for killing his girlfriend. St Mirren captain Paul Goodwin has been charged with violent conduct by the Scottish Football Association. A memorial service has been held in Cardiff to mark the centenary of World War One. The father of a woman allegedly gang-raped in Afghanistan says he has received a phone call from the country's president. Beyonce has been named the world's highest-paid artist for 2014. A former Soviet army officer has appeared in court in the US after being extradited from Afghanistan to face terrorism charges. More than 100 pupils have been sent home from a Bristol school for not wearing uniform. Pakistani police have arrested more than 100 people in connection with the murder of a Christian couple accused of blasphemy. Celtic manager Ronny Deila says qualifying for the Europa League would be the biggest achievement of his career. The US has released a Kuwaiti man from the Guantanamo Bay detention centre. A yellow "be aware" warning of flooding has been issued by the Met Office. Dairy giant Dairy Crest has agreed to sell its loss-making dairies business. Gillingham manager Peter Taylor says he would "love" to be sacked by chairman Paul Scally. The UK government has been accused of failing to properly investigate killings during the Troubles. ITV has commissioned a sixth series of Downton Abbey. Saturday's Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea at Anfield will be the biggest game of the season so far. The MTV Europe Music Awards (EMA) are taking place in Glasgow this weekend. The world's biggest technology companies are gearing up for the introduction of wearable devices. Sergio Aguero says Manchester City have time to "put things right" after a poor start to the season. A cake based on actress Jennifer Lawrence has won a national cake award. Too many older people living in care homes have a "lack of choice and control" over their lives, a report has found. New rules to stop big banks from collapsing have been unveiled by the Bank of England. The World Economic Forum is taking place in Shanghai, China. When Aung San Suu Kyi was asked about the pace of political change in Burma, she said. In the early hours of the morning, Malaysian soup kitchen worker Khong says she has been feeding the hungry for more than a decade. An appeals court in Italy has overturned the manslaughter convictions of seven earthquake experts. Andy Molesley scored a late winner as Aldershot beat Portsmouth to reach the FA Cup second round. British police investigating the murders of two British tourists in Thailand are to return to the UK. The number of children being put forward for adoption in England has fallen by more than a third in the last year, figures show. Pregnant women should be aware of the risk of malaria while on holiday, say doctors. The 2022 World Cup in Qatar could be built on forced labour and exploitation, according to a report by Amnesty International (AI). Atlantis has returned for a second series. European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker has said he is "politically responsible" for what happened in Luxembourg. Soré Néimatou is visiting a family planning clinic in Burkina Faso. Two window cleaners have been rescued from the roof of a new skyscraper in New York. Plans to extend the London Underground's Northern line have been given the go-ahead by the government. A new water tariff has been launched in south Wales to help those struggling to pay their water bills. Michael Garcia was the US attorney general who led an investigation into the bidding process for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups. Twitter is changing the way it works. Fines of up to 100% of the value of tax they have avoided could be imposed by Labour if it wins the general election. French police are searching for a large cat that has escaped from a circus. It's been a busy week for BBC Newsbeat. Wood believed to be the source of the Loch Ness Monster has been linked to the discovery of an object in the loch. Aberdeen have become the first Scottish football club to reach a deal with Lloyds Bank. The Russian government has launched a new online edition of the country. Work to stabilise rock on a major road in the Highlands has begun. England's Ian Poulter will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Dubai Desert Classic. A 19-year-old woman has been raped in the Meadows area of Edinburgh. The UK Championship gets under way in York on Thursday. An overcrowded prison has been rated "inadequate" by inspectors. The government has spent more than £1bn more on social security than it had predicted in the 2010 Autumn Statement, a report says. A leading jockey has been banned from driving for two years after being found asleep at the wheel of his car. The public is being asked to help track down nine suspected wildlife crime suspects. On the outskirts of the Afghan capital, Kabul, I met Mohammad Popal. The archive of one of Scotland's most famous authors has been made public. A machine that can detect the flavour of Thai food has been unveiled in the Thai capital, Bangkok. An investigation has been launched into how Northern Ireland Assembly members use their expenses. Royal Mail has warned that increased competition in the UK could threaten its profits. Netflix has cancelled a Bill Cosby special after the comedian was accused of sexual assault. Yorkshire will begin their bid to retain the County Championship title with a home game against Nottinghamshire. A pilot has been injured after his light aircraft crashed into a bungalow in Lincolnshire. A plane crash in France may have been caused by an iPad navigation app, an inquest has heard. Network Rail has been criticised by the rail regulator. Labour MP Emily Thornberry has been accused of "sneering" after posting an image of a house in the Rochester by-election. Singapore has announced new regulations for taxi booking services. A car has crashed into the front of a pub in Wiltshire. Five people have been arrested in the UK as part of an international investigation into the use of malicious software to spy on people. Plans for more than 500 homes in Swansea have been unveiled by the city council. A school in Surrey is to increase the number of places it provides in the county. Louis van Gaal did not mince his words. Roger Federer beat Richard Gasquet to win the Davis Cup for Switzerland. South Korea's education minister has apologised after a mistake in one of the questions in this year's national exam. The number of patients delayed in hospital in Scotland has more than doubled in the past three months, according to new figures. Norbrook, the County Down engineering firm, has appointed Michael Nagle as its new chief executive. Samantha Peake has arrived at the International Space Station (ISS). Steve and Ola Jordan have spoken for the first time about their alleged bullying on Strictly Come Dancing. Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to in connection with a break-in at a house. A man has been charged with murder following the death of another man in Harrogate. YouTube stars have told Newsbeat they've been criticised by the UK's advertising watchdog. A record number of seals have been born at a Norfolk nature reserve. US Defence Secretary Philip Breedlove has said Russia's annexation of Crimea is a threat to the Black Sea. Exeter City have signed former Crystal Palace and Republic of Ireland striker Shane Morrison on a deal until the end of the season. The use of tablet computers in England's schools has been linked to a rise in attainment, a study suggests. Jim Nicholl, the manager of Raith Rovers, told his players that they were going to "put the Cup on the way". Tributes have been paid to Australian cricketer Phil Hughes, who has died after being hit by a ball. A ward at Altnagelvin Hospital in Londonderry has been evacuated after a fire broke out. In the first edition of the Sunday Times, the word "Bonkers" was changed to "Sad Bruno in Mental Home". Susie Wolff is to become Williams' first female test driver next year. Formula 1 bosses have agreed to scrap the controversial double points rule for next season. Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping days of the year in the UK. A Grade II-listed windmill in Hampshire has been restored to its former glory. Fierce clashes have been reported between Kurdish fighters and Islamic State (IS) militants in the Syrian town of Kobane. A 16-year-old girl with mental health problems who was held in police custody has been found a place of care, NHS England has said. At the scene of Friday's bomb and gun attack on a mosque in the north-eastern Nigerian city of Kano, there is anger and anger. Vacancies in Scotland's high streets have improved over the last three years, according to a new study. The Wedgwood Museum's collection has been sold to the Victoria and Albert Museum for £1.2m. US President Barack Obama has asked Congress for more than $1bn (£700m) to help police reform. Boyhood has been named best film by the New York Film Critics Circle. Fleetwood Mac are to headline this year's Isle of Wight Festival. US comedian Bill Cosby has resigned from the board of trustees of Temple University. YouTube has changed the maximum viewer count for its Gangnam Style video to more than nine quintillion. An exhibition celebrating the work of William Blake has opened in south London. The skeleton of one of the most complete stegosauruses in the world has been reconstructed. The former head of the Army has urged the Afghan government not to "play the Taliban's game" after recent attacks. A woman who added a middle name to her passport has had her document cancelled by the Passport Office. A man was "in a bad way" after being restrained by two men outside a bar in Aberdeen, a court has heard. Russell Brand has threatened to take legal action against The Sun after it published a picture of him. Plans for a bridge across the River Thames in London have been approved. Friends of the Earth and War on Want have signed a petition against a proposed trade deal between the EU and Canada. The Afghan government has appointed General Zahir Zahir as the head of the counter-crime department. An inmate has died at Elmley Prison in Kent, the Prisons Association has said. The Colombian government and the Farc rebel group have agreed to resume peace talks next month. Sarah Sutton has become the first woman to be appointed chief pilot of a major airline in Australia. Australia's government has announced a A$50m (£40m) drought assistance package for farmers. More than half of people in Derbyshire are concerned about their Christmas spending, according to a BBC survey. Three British soldiers killed in an explosion in Afghanistan were unlawfully killed, an inquest has concluded. The narrowness of dunes at a Denbighshire beach is a "cause for serious concern", a report says. Everton were knocked out of the Europa League as they were beaten by Russian side Krasnodar. Imagine the world without clean water. The UK and Norway have reached a deal to increase cod quotas in the North Sea. Two police officers injured in an incident in Aberdeen have been discharged from hospital. A Cardiff-based insurance company has won a multi-million pound contract. When you're playing a football match, you'll have to have a summary of the key moments. Jonathan Matavesi's late try rescued a point for Ospreys against Racing 92 in the European Champions Cup. A former Jersey senator sexually abused a boy at the Jersey care home, an inquiry has heard. (Close): Stocks on Wall Street closed higher after a better-than-expected jobs report. opening times at a Hampshire country park have been scrapped. The nominations for this year's Grammy Awards have been announced. A rare shark has been found on a beach in Aberdeenshire. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a woman in east London. Typhoon Hagupit has brought strong winds and heavy rain to the Philippines. When the founders of the UK's biggest craft brewery, BrewDog, entered a supermarket competition, they had no idea what to do. A university has said it is "in bad taste" for a poster blaming actress Jennifer Lawrence for the hacking of private photos. The Metropolitan Police's corruption unit has been at the centre of a drive against so-called "bent cops". Russell Brand has deleted the mobile phone number and email of a Daily Mirror reporter. David Cameron has said the UK and Turkey are already working "as closely as we possibly can" to tackle the threat posed by British jihadists. Pro-Russian rebels in eastern Ukraine have laid down their arms, the Ukrainian military says. QPR have denied reports that Steven Caulker was involved in an altercation with Crystal Palace. US singer-songwriter Connor has revealed he's gay. Public services in Wales are "just not going to be able to do what we all want to do", the first minister has said. Michael Clarke made his first Test century since the death of his team-mate Phillip Hughes in December. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have been added to the line-up for the second series of Winter Sports. British businessman Shrien Dewani has left the UK after being cleared of arranging the murder of his wife on their honeymoon in South Africa. Ukrainian officials and the media claim that Sunday's parliamentary election was a success for far-right parties. Thieves have stolen a cash machine from a pharmacy in North Lanarkshire. Monaco's Prince Jacques and his wife Charlene have given birth to twins, Gabriella and Jacques. Plans to rebuild a shopping centre have been given the go-ahead. At first glance, you think it is a life-size bronze statue of Jesus. Thousands of surfers have left the UK after a "weather bomb" hit Scotland. A man who crashed his car into a house in West Sussex has been jailed for six months. A father accused of murdering his two-year-old son punched his son in the stomach, a court has heard. An Arizona woman who spent more than 20 years on death row for the murder of her son in 1990 has been refused a retrial. A plaque honouring a teacher who was stabbed to death has been unveiled in her home town of Wigan. A rescue operation is under way at a North Sea oil installation after a vessel caught fire. In the face of the conflict in eastern Ukraine, hackers are hard at work. A man has appeared in court following an investigation into the sale of drugs in the Borders. Chelsea, Manchester City and Arsenal will be the only British team in the last 32 of the Champions League later. The Busy Twist duo have released their new single, The Busy Twist, in Ghana. A Gloucester company has been fined £1m after a worker was crushed to death by a telehandler. Ten years ago, a 9.1-magnitude earthquake off the coast of Indonesia triggered a tsunami that killed more than 300,000 people. A 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the rape of a woman in the Republic of Ireland. Tributes have been paid to a man found dead at a pub in Gwynedd. Mark Ronson's new single Uptown Funk has gone straight to number one in the UK singles chart. David McKinstry's career has come to an end. Three people have been taken to hospital after a bus crashed into a lorry on the A34 in Oxfordshire. One of the UK's biggest investment firms has been banned from working for life after dodging train fares. Sony Pictures has been hit by a massive hack attack. Plans to demolish hotels and assisted-living apartments have been given the go-ahead. "Ebola" was the most searched by Google users in 2014. Hospitals in Wales may have to cancel operations until after Christmas, the chief medical officer for Wales has said. A Christmas attraction in the West Midlands has been forced to close just days before it was due to open. An independent review is to be carried out following the death of a baby at a nursery in Greater Manchester. India's Supreme Court has ruled that two Italian marines accused of killing two Indian fishermen in 2012 should be tried in Italy. A new treatment for children with severe forms of epilepsy is being trialled in Scotland. McDonald's in Japan will be rationing French fries because of a shortage of potatoes. Celtic Energy has accepted the prospect of further mining to help pay for restoration costs, its chief executive has said. The Church of England has appointed the first woman to be a bishop. The Conservatives spent more than £2m on their European election campaign, figures show. In the wake of the Peshawar school massacre, the question is whether the Pakistani Taliban did it. A letter written by Sir Philip Lewis to his wife, Rosemary Ellis, has sold at auction for £1,200. A priest has apologised after telling children "Father Christmas" was "not real". Plans for a £100m shopping and leisure complex have been given the go-ahead. Simon Cowell says Strictly Come Dancing has helped him recover from severe depression. Northern Ireland is facing a shortage of modern languages, according to the University of Belfast. Prince Harry has shared a picture of the "Festive cheer" he received during a visit to Africa. Archaeologists say they have found the "most dated" Mesolithic encampment ever found in the UK. The US Secret Service has been criticised by a panel following a security breach at the White House last year. Botswana is one of Africa's most stable countries. Police investigating the murder of a man in his home a year ago have renewed their appeal for information. Tunisians are going to the polls to elect a new president for the first time since the Arab Spring. Manchester City missed the chance to go top of the Premier League as they were held to a draw by Burnley at Etihad Stadium. Two men who died in a two-car crash have been named by police. Wales rugby player Liam Williams has been accused of racism after a photo of him dressed as a black man was posted online. Kingfisher, the owner of B&Q, has agreed to sell a majority stake in the business to China's Wumei Holdings. A man has been jailed for eight months for failing to give money to the family of Oscar Knox. The final series of The Apprentice has come to an end. The independent inquiry into historical child abuse should be scrapped, an MP has said. A man has been arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences. A man who posted "vile" comments about a Fife toddler who was murdered by his mother has been jailed for six months. Michael Carrick is the best central midfielder in English football, says former Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson. A campaign has been launched to save Newport's reference library from closure. Politicians and commentators have been reacting to the news that a bin lorry has crashed into a crowd at a shopping centre in Glasgow, killing at least six people. Residents of a new housing development in Oxfordshire have criticised the lack of superfast broadband. Tanzania's President Kikwete has sacked a minister accused of taking a $1m (£1m) donation. A fitness centre in Wrexham is set to reopen after being closed for more than a year. A former soldier will not face charges over an alleged payment to a military barracks, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has said. UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has signed a treaty on the global arms trade. Two teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a donkey was stabbed at a farm in Torfaen. Thousands of people have taken part in Tenby's annual New Year's Day swim. A ferry has run aground in Aberdeenshire. Former Fifa world footballer George Weah has won a seat in Liberia's senate elections. Nato has marked the end of its mission in Afghanistan with a new flag. A man has died in a house fire in Oxford. Russia has cut its growth forecast for 2015 as the country's economy continues to shrink. A woman has died after being hit by a bus in Londonderry. Chris Rock has filed for divorce from his wife. Asian markets were mixed on Monday as commodity prices continued to fall. The parents of victims of the Hillsborough disaster have been recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours list. Scientists have identified the source of the Ebola virus passed on to seven-year-old Emile, who died in Guinea. More than 100 motorists were tested for drink driving in north Wales in the festive period. A man has been arrested after a man died in a crash on the M4 in Oxfordshire. The body of one of the victims of the AirAsia plane that crashed in the Java Sea has been buried. Stoke City manager Mark Hughes has dismissed reports linking striker Peter Crouch with a move to West Brom. US actor Ed Herrmann, best known for his role in Gilmore Girls, has died at the age of 83. The third series of BBC One comedy Hart has ended with a "sweet and heart-warming" finale. League Two side Mansfield Town have signed Reading midfielder Dominic Tshibola and Mansfield Town striker Josh Bingham on loan until the end of the season. Work is set to start on a multi-million pound revamp of a Denbighshire leisure centre. Madonna's new album, Rebel Heart, has been released. A wind turbine has collapsed in County Londonderry. Buckingham Palace has said allegations that Prince Andrew sexually trafficked a woman to the US are "categorically untrue". League Two side Cambridge United will host Premier League side Chelsea in the fourth round of the FA Cup. At least three people have died in Japan after choking on rice cakes. The world's richest people are now at their highest level, according to a leading financial expert. Steven Gerrard's final appearance as Liverpool captain ended in defeat at AFC Wimbledon. Two men arrested on suspicion of murdering a Cambridgeshire pub owner have been released without charge. A 40-year-old man has been arrested in Crawley on suspicion of Syria-related terrorism offences. Shelter Scotland has said it is "not all good news" for homeless people in Scotland after a rise in the number of applications from the private rented sector. Firefighters have set a new world record for the largest naan. The family of Jack Johnson, who has Duchenne's Muscular Dystrophy, say they have been "overwhelmed" by the support they have received from around the world. I'm in Hanoi, Vietnam and South Korea. French police are hunting for the gunmen who have killed 12 people. A man who stabbed a healthcare assistant to death at a mental health unit has been detained indefinitely under the Mental Health Act. Ivo Karlovic beat world number one Novak Djokovic 6-4 6-4 to reach the semi-finals of the Madrid Open. Germany's exports fell in November as the country's economy continued to shrink. Fire crews have been called to homes across Dorset in a bid to control pests. A 16-year-old boy who raped and sexually assaulted five girls has been jailed for two years. Former Miami Dolphins player Richard Konrad has been rescued after his boat capsized off the coast of Florida. A vigil has been held in Cardiff Bay for the victims of the Paris attacks. A drug expert has warned people not to take ecstasy after five people died in Suffolk and Shropshire. Part of a road in Stafford is to be closed as part of a £1m project to upgrade the town's water pipes. Five people have been injured in a shooting at a Chris Brown concert in California. Great Britain's men's and women's handball teams have failed to qualify for the Rio Olympics. A Londonderry woman has admitted stealing more than £100,000 from a cancer charity. Ofcom has received more than 100 complaints about Ken Morley's behaviour on Channel 5. Aston Villa and Leicester City have been charged by the Football Association for failing to control their players in Saturday's Premier League game. A community hall in Northamptonshire which was threatened with closure has reopened to the public. David Harsent has won this year's TS Eliot Prize. Police in the Indian capital, Delhi, have arrested a taxi driver for allegedly abducting and raping a woman. Two warehouses in Southampton have been bought by the Port of Southampton. Labour leader Ed Balls has backed the government's plan to balance the books by 2017-18. A scheme to help black and minority ethnic women into work has been launched by the Scottish government. People in Australia are being asked to sew pouches to help animals injured by bushfires. Grand Theft Auto V has been delayed. An armed robbery at a Teesside jewellery shop is being investigated by police. Plans for a new bridge over the River Thames in Reading have been given the go-ahead. French comedian Dieudonne M'bala M'bala has been arrested on suspicion of condoning terrorism. A train which transported Winston Churchill's coffin to Oxfordshire has been restored. One Direction's tweet about Barack Obama has become the most retweeted in history. Three more men have been arrested in connection with the murder of Stephen McIlhagga. The replica of Winston Churchill's coffin has been restored in County Durham. The Department of Health has confirmed to Newsbeat that lesbian, gay and bisexual people are being treated for conversion therapy. A yellow "be aware" warning for severe weather has been issued for Northern Ireland. A teenager has been charged in connection with an attempted murder in Aberdeen. Google is to stop developing Glass. More than 100 people have attended a public consultation on the location of a nuclear waste dump in Cumbria. Two suspected Islamist militants have been killed in a police raid in eastern Belgium, prosecutors say. The UK will need to be "re-shaped" over the next 10 to 20 years if its targets to reduce CO2 emissions are to be met, a report says. Former England midfielder David Ginola has launched his bid to replace Sepp Blatter as Fifa president. FA Cup holders Manchester United were knocked out of the FA Cup by League Two side Cambridge United. The chief of India's censor board has resigned over the clearance of a controversial film. Arsenal have signed teenage defender Krystian Bielik from Legia Warsaw for an undisclosed fee. When it comes to the Derby County derby, players have to go the extra step. West Brom striker Saido Berahino has been banned from driving for nine months after pleading guilty to drink-driving. The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear gay marriage cases. National League side Alfreton Town have signed York City midfielder Jack Mooney on loan until the end of the season. Democratic Republic of Congo reached the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals with a 2-1 win over Burkina Faso. Australian golfer Robert Allenby says he was robbed and dumped in a park in Honolulu, Hawaii. Nick Clegg has accused Labour and UKIP of using the Greens as an "alibi" to block TV election debates. Cape Verde missed out on a place in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals as they were held to a goalless draw by Zambia. Staff at a council's fire-damaged office are to work from temporary accommodation. Charli Williams says she's "really excited" about Gwen Stefani's new album. Schools in Guinea have reopened after being closed for more than a month because of the Ebola outbreak. A disabled man has been seriously injured in a "vicious attack" in his home in Edinburgh. Ludwig is one of the world's most famous dogs. A London man is facing a possible prison sentence for his role in life and death on the front line of Syria. Consumer goods giant Unilever has reported a fall in sales for the first three months of the year. The owners of a golf course in the Highlands have offered to pay for repairs to a sinkhole. Paris's mayor has said she is considering suing Fox News over comments it made about the city's Muslim population. What do you do when the transfer window is about to close? Ed Sheeran has driven Top Gear for the first time. Europe's Rosetta probe has made another stunning discovery on the comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko. United States goalkeeper Hope Solo has been suspended for two matches after being arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of her husband. A hospital's accident and emergency unit has been rated "inadequate" by inspectors. People in Wales are being urged to identify and prosecute those involved in human trafficking. An experimental Ebola vaccine is to be sent to Liberia as part of a field trial. Chinese tycoon Li-Ka Shing has announced plans to buy O2 - the UK's biggest mobile operator. More than 1,000 drivers have been caught speeding on the M4 in less than a week. More than £1bn in child maintenance arrears are owed to 1.3 million single parents, the BBC has learned. A rare sea turtle found washed up on beaches across the UK has died. The Isle of Wight's MP has survived a call for him to stand down as the party's general election candidate. Wilfried Bony scored twice as Ivory Coast beat Algeria to reach the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals. Kanye West has revealed that he's working with Paul McCartney on Four Five Seconds. A former Liberal Democrat peer who quit the party over its research into Nick Clegg has donated thousands of pounds to candidates. Divers have discovered an underwater forest in the North Sea which could date back more than 10,000 years. Taylor Swift's Shake It Off will not be included on the BBC's Hottest 100 list. Disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong says he would "probably" return to cycling in 2015. An Easyjet flight was forced to make an emergency landing after reports of smoke in the cabin. The public inquiry into the death of ex-Russian spy Alexander Litvinenko has begun. Lance Armstrong's first interview since being stripped of his seven Tour de France titles has been met with a mixed response. The chief medical officer at A&E in London has told the BBC he is "shocked" by a record number of patients. Tom DeLonge has denied reports that he has left Blink 182. David Oyelowo has criticised Benedict Cumberbatch for using the word "coloured". Real Madrid have confirmed they are being investigated by Fifa over the signing of 51 players under the age of 18. Ross County have signed Lithuania international left-back Neris Samaras on a deal until the end of the season. A man's body has been found in a drain in Lincolnshire. Britain's Andy Murray reached the Australian Open semi-finals with a straight-set win over Australian Nick Kyrgios. Scientists have released new data about an asteroid that passed the Earth last month. The family of a woman murdered by her ex-boyfriend have lost their appeal at the Supreme Court. Houthi rebels in Yemen have released the president's chief of staff. The number of people dying from heart disease in Scotland has fallen by more than a third in the past decade. The American Association of Biomedical Sciences (AZ) has launched a new research programme aimed at developing medicines. A man has been cleared of stealing his pet cat from its home in Kent. Council funding cuts in England have not hit all local authorities equally, the Public Accounts Committee has said. Author Simon Harris has called on the BBC to have a dedicated book programme. Leicester Tigers have signed England second-row forward Geoff Parling from Leicester Tigers and Bath centre Olly Woodburn on two-year deals. A father's advert for a "green monster" pushchair has sold for more than £150,000 on eBay. Royal Dutch Shell has said it will go ahead with plans to drill for oil in the Arctic. This year's BBC Proms will feature schoolchildren's "creative responses" to classical music. Crossrail has tunnelling for the first time in London. In the wake of the attacks on the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo, the BBC has been speaking to teachers at a school in Paris. Britain's Andy Lapthorne and American Sam Querrey are through to the final of the Australian Open men's doubles. Blackpool Football Club is to make an appeal for information about the murder of a schoolgirl 10 years ago. Portugal's government has approved a law allowing descendants of Sephardic Jews to apply for passports. The US economy grew less than expected in the last three months of 2015, official figures have shown. Four men who attacked a university lecturer in his home have been jailed. Kenya has tried to break the world record for the largest number of schoolchildren to read aloud. Kenyan marathon champion Rita Jeptoo has been banned for two years for doping. For NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, 2015 has been a difficult year for the league's commissioner. The New England Patriots came from behind to beat the Seattle Seahawks 24-14 and win the Super Bowl. The mother of a schoolgirl who was abducted and had sex with her teacher has spoken for the first time. The Pirate Bay has returned to the internet. Mosques across the UK are opening their doors to the public as part of a "Visit My Mosque Day". Former world long jump champion Jessica Ennis-Hill should not have been banned for two years for doping, says former world champion Toni Minichiello. Formula 1's first pre-season test has begun in Spain. Andy Murray's coach Nigel Sears has been suspended from the ATP World Tour Finals after being filmed swearing at the player's team. The closure of London Underground's 250 ticket offices has begun. A motion of no confidence in the Irish parliament has been passed by Finance Minister Simon Frazer. In the middle of the Vila Uniao neighbourhood of Rio de Janeiro, in the middle of the city's poorest neighbourhood, it was a hive of activity. A group of voters have launched a legal challenge to the election of a London mayor. There are plenty of people making goods that are not yet made. A West Lothian teenager with a rare form of cancer has died. Technology giant Apple has raised $10bn (£6bn) in bonds as part of plans to return money to shareholders. An advert for a conferencing service has been criticised by a facial disfigurement charity for "disturbing". South Korea's military has sentenced a young conscripts to life in prison for killing one of his comrades. A woman has died in a house fire in Aberdeen. Online grocer Ocado has returned to profit for the first time in its history. The boss of a hospital which was rated "inadequate" by the health watchdog has said he is "ashamed" of himself. A huge billboard in County Down has been erected in support of a boy with a rare form of cancer. If you're looking for an activity tracker, you'll know it. UK film spending hit a record high last year, according to the British Film Institute (BFI). Former cabinet minister Chris Huhne has been granted a pass to the Houses of Parliament after being jailed for perverting the course of justice. At least 44 people have been killed after a plane crashed in the Taiwanese capital, Taipei, officials say. The UK will have a "lot of fiscal work" to do over the next four years, the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has said. It has been a year since 43 students went missing in Mexico. A woman with learning disabilities is to have a sterilisation operation, the High Court has ruled. Councillors in North Lanarkshire are to vote on the future of a £1bn contract to repair council buildings. Once again you're in the middle of a flight. The world's largest snow and ice sculpture festival has opened in London. A Blackpool fan has been ordered to respond to a High Court action brought by the club's owners. It's been a busy week for Twitter. It's that time of year again. Lopez's late penalty gave France victory over Scotland in their Six Nations opener in Paris. Madonna has released the video for her new album on Snapchat. Hovertravel is considering a new service between the Isle of Wight and Hampshire. Tottenham striker Harry Kane should be given a passport by England manager Roy Hodgson, says Danny Murphy. Blackpool Football Club's owners are taking legal action against a fan forum. The Grammy Awards are one of the biggest music awards in the world. The housing sector in Wales is to receive an extra £58m from the Welsh government. Facebook's headquarters in Silicon Valley, California, is one of the biggest companies in the world. Plans to close a public swimming pool in Derby have been scrapped. China's anti-monopoly regulator has fined US chip giant Qualcomm $1bn (£700m). Bees and other pollinating insects thrive in urban areas than on farmland, a study suggests. The centenary of Arthur Miller's death is being marked with a series of events across the UK. "There's a new generation of cancer drugs coming through all the time." A row has broken out over a Conservative MP's tweet about the M4 relief road. Mali's parliament has been asked to provide military support to protect one of the country's most endangered elephants. Australian police have charged two men accused of planning a terror attack in Sydney. Parts of the US have been hit by a huge snow storm. Photographs of Scotland's high-rise towers are to be made available to the public for the first time. A campaign to raise money for disabled pensioner Alan Barnes has raised more than £300,000. Jon Stewart is stepping down as host of The Daily Show after more than a decade. The European Space Agency (Esa) has successfully tested its new re-entry vehicle. The helmet that led to the death of Australia batsman Phillip Hughes has been unveiled. Wales made it two wins from two in the Six Nations with a hard-fought victory over Scotland at Murrayfield. Plans for a new post-16 centre in Torfaen have been approved by councillors. The Department of Roads (DRD) has said it will install new safety measures at the spot where a teenager was knocked down and killed. British Cycling technical director Shane Sutton says he is "totally confident" Becky James will be fit for the Rio Olympics. The Serious Fraud Office has been ordered to pay the legal costs of a multi-million pound case against six men. Ulster made it two wins from two in the Pro12 with a bonus-point win over Treviso at Kingspan Stadium. Britain's Andy Murray reached the quarter-finals of the Miami Open with a 6-4 6-4 win over Canada's Vasek Pospisil. Plans for a multi-million pound development in Cornwall have been given the go-ahead. England's James Anderson has hit back at Geoffrey Boycott's criticism of captain Eoin Morgan. EastEnders fans are gearing up for a party in honour of Lucy Beale. US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has revealed she fell asleep at the State of the Union address last month. If you look at England's Six Nations win over Italy, you might think they are the best team in the world. Virat Kohli scored a century as India began the defence of their World Cup title with victory over Pakistan in Adelaide. Cardiff's half marathon will go ahead as planned next month, the city council has said. More needs to be done to prevent mothers-to-be becoming overweight, according to the Dorian project. Brentford manager Mark Warburton has left the club by mutual consent. Levels of violence at HMP Bristol are "considerable higher" than in other prisons, inspectors have said. Plans to demolish one of two fire stations in the West Midlands have been approved. Firefighters in England are to stage a one-day strike in a row over pensions. Geordie Shore stars Nathan, Chloe and Chloe have told Newsbeat they were nervous before filming the new series. A woman who drowned in a swimming pool while on a school trip has won a High Court battle. David Cameron has said he "strongly supports" the right of grammar schools to expand. Archaeologists in Israel say they have discovered a haul of ancient gold coins off the coast of Caesarea. It's been a busy week for Madonna. Ukraine's president has condemned the "brutal" advance by pro-Russian rebels on the town of Debaltseve. A fire has broken out on the set of EastEnders ahead of the soap's 30th anniversary. A new species of dinosaur has been discovered in a museum collection. An NHS trust has been ordered to pay £1.6m to the family of a girl who was born with severe brain damage. BBC Northern Ireland's Spotlight programme has won the UK-wide Scoop Of The Year award at the Royal Television Society Awards. Thailand's former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has been charged with negligence over a rice subsidy scheme. A Grade II-listed cathedral in Surrey is set to be restored to its former glory. Lenovo has admitted that it pre-installed software that helped users find cheaper products on the web. The general election is almost over. Australian rugby union player Karrie Hunt has been charged with drug trafficking. UN investigators say they are considering publishing lists of suspected war criminals in Syria. One of the world's most successful athletes, Mo Farah, has been sharing his tips for young athletes. A woman's hair was set on fire at a McDonald's restaurant in Kent. banks and accountants could face financial penalties if they help people evade tax, Danny Alexander has said. Neil Harris' performance at the Oscars was one of the best moments of his career. The world's first brain-scanning technology has been developed. People with long-term health conditions in Wales are more likely to have not learnt to live with symptoms, research suggests. He's one of the most famous footballers in the world. Featherstone Rovers pair Tom Pick and John Bateman have been banned for two years after testing positive for banned substances. MPs have rejected a bid to change the law on sex selective abortion in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Craig Stevens is selling his collection of Star Wars memorabilia. Greece has submitted a list of reforms to its international creditors. The 2022 World Cup in Qatar will be held in November and December, Fifa has recommended. Inspectors have accused NHS Dumfries and Galloway of failing to improve care for older people. Bath have signed Newport Gwent Dragons prop Jonny Evans on a two-year deal. South African athlete Oscar Pistorius is to appeal against a judge's decision to allow prosecutors to appeal against his acquittal on murder charges. pensioner Alan Barnes has said he is not yet ready to meet the man who attacked him. Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott has denied that the president of the Human Rights Commission (HRC) was asked to resign. Google's DeepMind artificial intelligence system has learned how to play video games. A £20m science and technology complex in Newcastle has been officially opened. 20 air ambulance charities across the UK are to receive a share of money from Libor fines. A shop in Londonderry has been badly damaged in a ram-raid. Ghana's government has scrapped a scheme to keep nurses under bond. Jet2 has lost a legal bid to delay compensation payments to passengers who were delayed for more than three hours. Organisers of the E3 Harelbeke have agreed to remove a poster which appeared to make female riders look naked. Islamic State (IS) militants have released a video apparently showing them destroying ancient artefacts in Iraq. Cardiff City made a pre-tax profit of more than £1m following their relegation from the Premier League. A dress worn by Lupita Nyong'o at the Oscars has been stolen from a hotel room while she was on the red carpet. Eddie Redmayne has revealed he's working on his new role as Einar Elbe. A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was stabbed. One of the UK's rarest birds has returned to Norfolk after a three-year conservation project. Bombardier's new CS100 jet has arrived at its Belfast base. A County Antrim man has denied taking part in racist singing during Saturday's Premier League match at Chelsea. Thousands of people have taken part in a "boring" ultramarathon in Hong Kong. A new coin portrait of the Queen has been unveiled. A Manchester terror suspect has been found guilty in the United States of plotting a bomb attack in the city. An inquiry into the death of a newborn baby at a Cumbrian hospital has found a "disastrous catalogue of missed opportunities". A small island in western Japan has been turned into a colony of cats. Chris Brown's ex-girlfriend Karrueche has announced she's splitting up. Manchester United striker Jonny Evans and Newcastle striker Papis Cisse could be punished for spitting at each other. A Singapore court has sentenced two German men to six months in jail for vandalising a train. A council which warned it could be "bankrupt" over the next three years has said it will need to make £134m of cuts. Women in the UK's intelligence services are being held back by a layer of male managers. Three men have been jailed for defrauding businesses out of thousands of pounds. Passengers on the Stornoway-Ullapool ferry have been removed from the route after a ventilation fault. Dave King and Paul Murray have been appointed to the Rangers board after an extraordinary general meeting. A low-fat diet can help people lose weight, say US scientists. The line-up for this year's Bestival has been announced. James Ward came from two sets down to beat John Isner and give Great Britain a 2-0 lead in the Davis Cup. A national standard of infant cremations could be introduced after a Shropshire crematorium failed to return ashes to families, a minister has said. Four people have appeared in court charged in connection with the murder of teenager Becky Watts. Caesarean section rates in the UK and Cyprus are among the highest and lowest in Europe, a study suggests. A new agri-food marketing body is to be set up in Northern Ireland. At least four people have been killed in an attack on a bar in the Malian capital, Bamako. China has removed a controversial documentary criticising the state's handling of air pollution. A youth football club has cancelled all games after travellers set up camp in a car park. A musical based on Sue Townsend's children's book Adrian Mole has opened. The government's counter-terrorism strategy has become a "toxic brand", a former senior police officer has said. A classic car festival has been cancelled because of funding cuts. Michael van Gerwen beat Peter Wright 6-5 to win the PDC World Championship at Alexandra Palace. The world's largest container ship has arrived in Suffolk. The new Formula 1 season gets under way in Australia on Sunday. Jamie Heaslip will make his Ireland debut in Saturday's Six Nations match against Wales in Cardiff. It's been a year since Apple unveiled the Apple Watch. Dutch Justice Minister Opstelten and his deputy Paul Teeven have resigned over a payment to a convicted drug trafficker. It's almost time for the new Ghostbusters film. EastEnders star Danny Dyer has been named best TV soap at the Tric Awards. A collection of paintings by Sir Winston Churchill has been donated to the National Trust by his daughter. A public inquiry into plans for the Circuit of Wales in Blaenau Gwent has heard it would be a "net gain" in biodiversity. Traffic management is to be introduced as part of a £1bn project to upgrade Scotland's motorway network. Companies should be banned from the Welsh government's procurement process, a report has said. TomSka is one of YouTube's most popular vloggers. A 12-year-old boy has been reported to the Children's Panel after a knife was found at a school in Dumfries. A man is in a critical condition in hospital after being hit by a car in west Belfast. Gatwick Airport has said it has "guaranteed" it will build a new runway. QPR defender Rio Ferdinand has been charged with misconduct by the Football Association following Saturday's 1-0 defeat by Tottenham. Spain's Santander and Deutsche Bank have failed US banking tests. Irene Nemirovsky's World War Two novel Suite Francaise has been made into a film about her life under Nazi control. Don Cossack, ridden by AP McCoy, won the King George VI Chase at the Cheltenham Festival. Three piers in Blackpool and Llandudno have been put up for sale. US teacher Barbara Atwell has won a £1m prize for her work in reading and writing. Disney has announced a sequel to the animated film Frozen. An investigation into how Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird manuscript will be published has ended. Israel's general election is one of the most important elections in the world. Teachers in Wales are to be offered the chance to update their skills as part of a major shake-up of the education system. Skins was one of the UK's most popular teen drama. Highland National Park has rejected plans for more than 100 new homes in the village of Carrbridge. Guernsey's civil service spent more than £1.1m on advertising and promotion, figures show. The body of a British man killed fighting so-called Islamic State (IS) in Syria has been flown back to the UK. Thousands of people have attended the funeral of a German woman killed fighting so-called Islamic State (IS) in Syria. Vanuatu's president has declared a state of emergency after a powerful cyclone hit the Pacific nation. The wife of Burundi's main opposition leader Benjamin Rwasa has been shot in the head in the capital Bujumbura. Voting is under way in a bid to become the UK's national bird. Britain's most wanted fugitives are being hunted in Spain. More than half of children in Wales have problems with their teeth, according to the annual Welsh Government survey. Ashley Young says he can only repay Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal with his performances this season. Oscar-winning actress Dame Helen Mirren has joined the cast of Disney's live-action remake of Beauty and the Beast. A decision on the redevelopment of Guernsey's schools has been delayed by a month. A care home in Cornwall has been rated "inadequate" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Imagine being massaged with oak bunches of flowers in a steam bathhouse. Hundreds of people have attended funerals in the Pakistani city of Lahore for victims of attacks on churches. The war on drugs has been under way in the United States. Former Yorkshire and England fast bowler John Appleyard has died at the age of 83. Ireland coach Phil Simmons has been offered the job of the West Indies. A furniture shop owner who grew cannabis on a "moderate but commercial scale" has been jailed for three years. Doctors have voted against plans to downgrade maternity services at a Denbighshire hospital. At least 19 people have been killed in an attack on the Bardo museum in the Tunisian capital, Tunis. Aid workers have reached Vanuatu for the first time since Cyclone Pam. Nigeria's cricket team have been promoted to the World Cricket League for the first time. A man has been charged with the murder of a student whose body was found in a burning car. George Osborne was on his feet as he delivered his Budget. A "jealous" man has been jailed for life for stabbing his ex-girlfriend to death in front of his ex-girlfriend. The US Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates on hold is a surprise. The bodies of 55 greyhounds have been found in a shallow grave in the Australian state of Queensland. Andy Murray says he is "not nervous" about getting married. Hundreds of students in the eastern Indian state of Bihar have been caught cheating in school examinations. Police Scotland's most senior officer has defended the use of armed officers in Scotland. The death of rapper A$AP has been ruled an accident. A teenager who planned to behead a British soldier has been jailed for 12 years at the Old Bailey. Newcastle midfielder Jonas Gutierrez says he wants to prove he can still be a Premier League player after recovering from testicular cancer. Plans for a gondola system in Cardiff Bay have been unveiled by Cardiff Bay (CBC). A man is "lucky to be alive" after being stabbed in Salford, police have said. The Foreign Office is investigating reports that a British man has died in Thailand. A Victorian fort in Pembrokeshire is to open to the public. Britain's Mo Farah set a new world record to win the Lisbon Half Marathon. Two World War Two glider pilots from Gloucester have been honoured by the Jet Age Museum. In a remote corner of Colombia's Uraba region, a group of luxury huts have been found. Family Guy will be back on the BBC for at least two years. Hundreds of people have been left without water after a water main burst. Rod Natzler has been appointed as the new Clerk of the House of Commons, Speaker John Bercow has announced. Two Bangladeshi oil workers who were kidnapped in Libya last month have been freed, officials say. It's been a decade since Disney's classic fairytale Cinderella was turned into a straight film. More than 1,000 people have objected to plans for 200 new homes in a Leicestershire village. BBC Radio 1's Official Chart Show is to move from Sunday to Friday evenings. Facebook has announced a series of new apps for its Messenger app. The jury in the trial of a man accused of murdering a woman in the Republic of Ireland has retired to consider its verdict. Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has signed a new three-and-a-half-year contract with the Spanish club. The number of IVF cycles should be changed to three, MSPs have been told. Plans for a wind farm on Skye have been approved by councillors. Greece's former finance minister, George Papaconstantinou, has been found guilty of doctoring a document. US President Barack Obama has defended his relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after he said he wanted a two-state solution to the Middle East. Dozens of people have appeared in court in Myanmar in connection with clashes between police and students. Plans to demolish a former Denbighshire hospital have been put on hold because seagulls are nesting on the roof. Darren Fletcher will be Scotland's "leader" in Wednesday's friendly against Northern Ireland, says former midfielder Danny Wilson. Parents could soon be able to control their children's car. One of the world's best-known bookshops has launched an appeal to raise money for structural work. Tens of thousands of people in Leeds have been left without water after a fault at a treatment works. Alexandra Palace has been awarded £26.7m by the Heritage Lottery Fund. Health watchdogs in Wales are calling for more public awareness of their work. The number of GPs working in Wales has risen by 5% in the past year, according to new figures. (Close): The Nasdaq fell sharply on Wednesday, the biggest one-day fall in more than a year. A former soldier has expressed "significant reservations" about his fitness to give evidence at an inquest into the death of a boy who was shot by a rubber bullet. The Scottish Liberal Democrats are holding their spring conference in Aberdeen. Taylor Swift says she's "shocked and in disbelief" that she thought she was Taylor Swift. A man who raped and murdered an Irish woman in Australia in 2012 has been found guilty of more rapes. Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson's future is "not for now", the BBC has said. A West Midlands hospital trust has been rated "inadequate" by inspectors. John Bercow is leaving the House of Commons. Work has started on the world's longest electricity link between the UK and Norway. Environmental organisations in Northern Ireland have been told they are losing their funding. An 85-year-old woman has died after the car she was in crashed into a tree in Sheffield. Breaking Bad is to return to TV screens in the UK for the first time. A butcher in Surrey has launched a new range of Easter eggs. The BBC's decision to drop Jeremy Clarkson from Top Gear has been met with a mixed reaction across the world. Algeria began their World Cup qualifying campaign with a 1-0 win over Qatar in Doha. Nigerians are going to the polls on Saturday to elect a new president, with Muhammadu Buhari and Goodluck Jonathan leading the opposition. How did Andreas Lubitz kill 150 people in the Germanwings plane crash in the French Alps? Oxford University has launched its first undergraduate degree course in Urdu. The son of a vicar who admitted a string of child sex offences has been jailed for 12 years. The centenary of the start of World War One is being marked in Northern Ireland. A fraudster who posed as a court clerk to release him from prison has been described as "extraordinary" by a judge. Charles Dickens' writing desk and chair has been bought by a museum for permanent display. The French ambassador to Tunisia has been named as one of the 38 people killed in Tuesday's attack on the Bardo museum. Leicester Tigers and England centre Manu Tuilagi could miss the rest of the season with a knee injury. Human remains have been found at the site of the Germanwings plane crash in the French Alps, prosecutors say. Four men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after reports of a gun in north London. A spectacular view of the night sky has won a national award. David Cameron will have to "stand down" during the next Parliament, former Conservative leader Iain Duncan Smith has said. The death toll from a suspected gas explosion in New York City has risen to five, officials say. When 19-year-old Doga Makiura was in Rwanda last year, he decided to go to the country. A man has appeared in court charged with abducting a seven-year-old girl. Rail passengers are being warned to expect delays and disruption over the Easter break. One Direction have thanked fans for "not thinking it's finished". Two men have been airlifted to hospital after a corrosive acid tanker capsized off the coast of Cornwall. The judge in the case over a Christian-run bakery's refusal to make a cake with a pro-gay marriage slogan has heard. Ed Miliband has pledged to "put the interests of Britain and British business first rather than risk an EU exit". The Imitation Game has been named best film at the Empire Awards. If you like the general election in Greater Manchester, you're likely to like UKIP and UKIP. A statue of British colonialist Cecil Rhodes has been boarded up at a South African university. The Bank of England has published its annual stress test for the UK's major banks. The jury in the trial of a man accused of carrying out the Boston Marathon bombings has retired to consider its verdict. Scientists are studying the history of the Indian monsoon. A police officer who had sex with victims of crime has been jailed. The requirement for schools to promote "fundamental British values" is "deeply ill-considered" and "political posturing", a teachers' union has said. Plaid Cymru has pledged to spend £1.2bn a year on the Welsh government. Labour has launched its Welsh election campaign. Indiana's governor has hit back at critics of a controversial religious freedom law. Betty Churcher, the former director of Australia's National Gallery of Australia, has died at the age of 83. Two men have been arrested on suspicion of child sexual exploitation. Turkey's parliament has voted to give the government new powers to control anti-government protests. UKIP leader Nigel Farage has accused David Cameron of being " wilfully dishonest" on immigration. A long-running dispute over the possessions of comedian Robin Williams has been adjourned until next month. Engineering work on the East Coast Main Line is to be streamed live on social media. A Londonderry man has said he feared for the safety of his two children when he was attacked by a gang of masked men. What has been the lack of coverage of climate change in the media around the world? East Midlands Airport is celebrating its 50th anniversary. A man has admitted causing the death of an 11-year-old girl by dangerous driving in Glasgow. An appeal to raise money for a BBC Radio Derby presenter with skin cancer has reached its target. Plans for a new energy plant at a paper mill in King's Lynn have been submitted. UKIP's general election candidate has resigned after posting offensive comments on Facebook. A man has appeared in court charged with the attempted murder of a man in a hotel in County Antrim. Cristiano Ronaldo missed the chance to play for Portugal as they were beaten 2-0 by Cape Verde in a friendly. Police in the southern Indian city of Bangalore have charged a 21-year-old man with murdering one student and seriously injuring another. One of Nottingham's most famous buildings has been destroyed in a fire. A teacher has been charged with making a hoax bomb threat to a teenage girl. A man has been found guilty of conspiring to defraud insurance companies out of more than £150,000. The abuse of teachers in England has risen by more than a third this year, a teachers' union has said. The Force, the force in the Star Wars films, has been discovered by Cern. Labour would ban zero-hours contracts in England and Wales if it wins the election, Ed Miliband has said. Leicester Tigers centre Tom Benjamin will miss the rest of the season with a knee injury. A ferry which crashed into a quayside last month has returned to service. It's a big day for dairy farmers in the UK. Turkish police have arrested nine people suspected of trying to travel to Syria, the BBC understands. A 73-year-old man from Cumbria is the first person in the UK to receive a tax-free pension. Asian shares traded higher on Thursday as investors remained cautious ahead of key US jobs figures. Father Clyde and mother Josephine Wang are both passionate about Taiwan's relationship with China. People are being asked to report sightings of wild rabbits and hares in the countryside. Thousands of children in England have been offered a place at one of their preferred schools this year. Councillors in a Powys town have voted to oppose plans to turn a pub into a convenience store. A conman who stole more than £100,000 from his employer has been ordered to pay back more than £115,000. Rail passengers in Wales are being warned to expect delays and disruption over the Easter weekend. Liverpool should sell Raheem Sterling if he wants to stay at the club, says manager Brendan Rodgers. ferry services between the Isle of Wight and the Isle of Wight have been changed. A Canadian man has been arrested in the US on suspicion of terrorism offences. RAF Typhoons have escorted a civilian aircraft to Prestwick Airport after it lost communication. A man who spilt a bottle of milk at a Tesco store in Carmarthenshire has been ordered to pay £1.50 compensation. Cardiff Blues came from behind to beat Newport Gwent Dragons and reach the semi-finals of the Pro12. A nature reserve in Somerset has reopened after a £1m redevelopment. Ealing Central and Acton is one of the most marginal seats in the UK. The use of unqualified teachers in schools in England is " jeopardising the educational progress of children", a teachers' union says. off-duty police officers have been praised for helping to prevent a robbery in County Londonderry. A number of fuel pods have been dumped in south Armagh. Pope Francis has celebrated Good Friday at a ceremony at the Colosseum in Rome. A motorcyclist has died and a five-year-old boy is in a serious condition in hospital after a crash with a car in east London. A student who was trapped in a wardrobe by al-Shabab militants in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, has described the ordeal. The Scottish government has issued a commemorative medal to mark the 75th anniversary of the HMS Lancastria disaster. Two men have been stabbed in a paramilitary-style attack in Ballymena, County Antrim. David Cameron has said he will not cut the top rate of income tax by 5% if the Conservatives win the election. A new law banning smoking in public places in Wales has come into force. "I'm fine, I'm fine, I'm fine, I'm fine, I'm fine." A woman has been taken to hospital after her car left the road and hit a tree in Aberdeenshire. Support for the Scottish Parliament to increase benefits and old age pensions appears to be rising, according to a new poll. Reanne Evans will face former world champion Graeme Dott in the first round of qualifying for the World Championship. Human rights activists in the Democratic Republic of Congo have called on the government to investigate a mass burial site in the capital, Kinshasa. Labour has accused the Conservatives of cutting access to GP appointments in England over the past five years. Kyle Wootton's injury-time equaliser rescued a point for Scunthorpe against Port Vale. Australian internet service providers (ISPs) have been ordered to hand over the names of people who downloaded a movie. terminally-ill people in England, Wales and Scotland are missing out on specialist end-of-life care, a report says. For decades, a small town in the Republic of Ireland's midlands has been a dream come true. UKIP has said it would create a "veterans' minister" if it wins the general election. Nick Clegg has accused the Conservatives of being the "days of compassionate conservatism". A £1bn arts centre in Gwynedd is a "mess", a construction worker has said. The Duke of Kent has been discharged from hospital after suffering a hip injury. Leeds Rhinos moved seven points clear at the top of Super League with victory at Salford. passports have been scanned as part of the government's new exit checks system for people leaving the UK. More than a third of people accessing Google's web browsers every day have been caught out by malicious add-ons, research suggests. The NHS in England is "withering away", according to a group of doctors and public health experts. Scientists say they have found a new way to fight HIV. Alastair Cook made his first century in more than two years as England drew with St Kitts in their two-day tour match. Black residents in Ferguson, Missouri, have elected their first black councillor. The man who died in a light aircraft crash at Dundonald airfield on Saturday has been named as David McKnight. A "black alert" has been declared at a hospital in Cornwall. Police investigating the rape of a teenage girl have released e-fit of two men they want to speak to. Belfast-based company Equiniti has won a multi-million pound contract to provide a time and attendance system for the Passport Office. A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a motorcyclist was killed in a crash. Brain tumour patient Ashya King's survival is "dramatic", doctors have told the BBC. Ugandan police have arrested a former Guantanamo Bay detainee in connection with the murder of a prosecutor in Kampala. A pensioner killed his wife before taking his own life, an inquest has heard. A bar in County Londonderry has been closed after a man died in the early hours of the morning. The sister of a girl whose body was found in a canal 20 years ago has made a fresh appeal for information. More than 30 people, including young children, have been evacuated from a house in West Lothian. US President Barack Obama has visited Bob Marley's home as he arrived in Jamaica. (Close): London's leading shares closed higher, with Burberry leading the way. A man has appeared in court accused of kidnapping a woman in east Belfast. A teenager from Lancashire has appeared in court charged with encouraging terrorism. Tributes have been paid to a police officer who died after being hit by a bus in Swansea. A scheme to create and fill 12,000 jobs for young people in Wales has been temporarily closed. The case of a British man held in India for more than two years has been adjourned. The owners of Kent's Manston Airport are taking legal action after the government announced it would buy the site. UKIP has apologised for "any totally unintended offence" after one of its general election candidates referred to a Liberal Democrat candidate. American football player Polamalu has announced his retirement at the age of 33. France has unveiled a replica of one of the world's oldest caves. The 70th anniversary of one of the worst air disasters in history has been marked by the Isle of Man. Police are searching for a pensioner who has gone missing from a Cardiff hospital. A campaign has been launched to save the apartment of Dylan Thomas in New York's Hotel Chelsea. Dawn Purvis is to step down as director of the Marie Stopes clinic in Belfast. Northumbria Police's chief constable is to retire. The future of the NHS in Wales is at risk, the Welsh government has said. A private ambulance driver has died in a crash between a bus and a car in North Yorkshire. Voting has begun in elections being held in Nigeria for the first time in more than a decade. ferry services between Guernsey and the Isle of Man have been cancelled after repairs were completed. racer Lee Carswell has died after a crash at a race in the Isle of Man. Pope Francis has described the mass killing of Armenians by Ottoman Turks in World War One as "genocide". Victims of rape and child sexual exploitation in England and Wales would be given a new right to challenge police's decision not to prosecute, Labour has said. Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott has rejected a state funeral for former cricket captain Richie Benaud. A murder investigation has been launched after a woman's body was found at a block of flats in Edinburgh. Two men have died in separate road accidents in the Republic of Ireland. The leader of South Africa's main opposition Democratic Alliance (DA) party has announced she is stepping down. A 19-year-old woman has been raped in a car in Midlothian. The Confederation of African Football (Caf) has lifted Tunisia's ban from international football. Organisers of the Tour de France have called for "urgent action" after riders were clipped by a train while chasing a breakaway. Britain's Cal Crutcher won his first MotoGP race of the season in the United States. Nigeria's main opposition party has suffered its biggest defeat in more than a decade. When Jordan Spieth was 16 years old, he offered to play at the Masters. Chinese shares traded at a fresh seven-year high on Monday, despite disappointing trade data from the world's second largest economy. Three British men have been charged with spying in the United Arab Emirates. Zac Efron was the big winner at this year's MTV Movie Awards. A mechanic has been sacked after he was filmed driving his car in a 30 mph zone. The Green Party has launched its general election campaign in Brighton. The Saudi-led campaign against Houthi rebels in Yemen has been hailed as a success. The trial of 29 people accused of involvement in a deadly mine disaster in Turkey has begun. Malala Yousafzai has said she will "never forget" the schoolgirls abducted in Nigeria a year ago. Scotland's political leaders have been campaigning across the country. Wigan Warriors have re-signed England full-back Sam Tomkins on a three-year deal. Ed Miliband has announced a "lock" in the Labour Party's general election manifesto. Children with type 1 diabetes in Wales are more likely to need hospital care, research has found. Bayern Munich were knocked out of the Champions League in the first leg of their last-16 tie. US space company United Launch Alliance has unveiled plans for a new generation of rocket. An Australian golfer has been attacked by a crocodile while playing golf at the Palmer Sea Reef golf course. South Korea's president has announced that the Sewol ferry will be raised. Queen's University in Belfast is to cut the number of undergraduate places by 1,000 over the next three years. Health care in the home is not "joined-up", according to candidates standing in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Rev Mark, the father of two of the Chibok schoolgirls kidnapped by the Islamist militant group Boko Haram in north-eastern Nigeria, has told the BBC how he survived. A teenager has been jailed for life for murdering a teenager in south-east London. US aerospace giant Boeing has unveiled new luggage bins for low-cost airlines. A teenager who suffered "life-changing" injuries after falling from the roof of a college has lost a High Court battle. Deutsche Bank has published its forecast for the UK economy in the run-up to the general election. The Vatican has refused to confirm the nomination of a French ambassador to the Vatican. A former rugby player was killed when his car crashed into a roundabout while racing against a Porsche, an inquest has heard. Grandparents would be allowed to share unpaid parental leave if Labour wins power, the party has said. Labour and Plaid Cymru are to set out plans for tax cuts in Wales as the party launches its UK manifesto. The National Union of Students (NUS) has launched a campaign against Liberal Democrat MPs. Three new studies of dark matter have been published. Stephane Charb, the editor of French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo, has written a book defending the magazine's stance on Islamophobia. Matt Machan's maiden first-class century put Sussex in a strong position against Worcestershire at Hove. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cut its forecast for the UK budget. A man accused of plotting to rape a baby has told a court he did not believe the intended victim existed. One of Ukraine's most prominent anti-government politicians, Mikhail Kalashnikov, has been found dead in the capital, Kiev. A man who conned two people out of more than £600 for World Cup tickets has been ordered to pay back the money. The Republic of Ireland's police and crime commissioner has said 300 new officers will keep the force at a standstill. Two academies in Telford have been rated "inadequate" by Ofsted. A UN-backed tribunal investigating the murder of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri has opened in The Hague. The mother of a three-year-old boy who died in a car fire has appeared in court charged with his murder. Thousands of people have marched in the South African city of Durban to protest against xenophobic attacks. A new female osprey has laid her first egg at a Perthshire nature reserve. A police officer has been sacked for carrying a gun while on duty. The Conservatives, the Liberal Democrats and Labour say they will clamp down on tax avoidance and evasion. Olly Murs and Caroline Flack are to co-host the new series of The X Factor on ITV. A yacht owner has been rescued after an explosion off the west coast of Scotland. The DUP and the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) have been campaigning in East Belfast in the run-up to the general election. Argentina is taking legal action against five British oil companies operating near the Falkland Islands. A group of zebras have escaped from their stables in South Africa. Three people have escaped injury in a suspected arson attack at a house in Cookstown, County Tyrone. The controversial Shroud of Jesus has gone on display in Turin for the first time in five years. Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho says his side's win over Manchester United was "more than you think". Dozens of migrants are feared dead after their boat capsized in the Mediterranean, the Italian coastguard says. A five-year-old boy has been reunited with his pet lion after it went missing. Manchester Flyers secured their place in the British Basketball League play-offs with victory over Force on Sunday. Children should be banned from playing rugby in the UK, say experts. Stephen Keshi has been appointed as the new coach of Nigeria for a second time. Four British soldiers died when their vehicle crashed into a canal in Afghanistan, an inquest has heard. A woman who was at her husband's funeral said she was "speechless" when thieves broke into her home. A mosaic has been unveiled at Lincoln Cathedral to mark the 70th anniversary of a World War Two Bomber Command campaign. A call centre company has announced plans to create 300 new jobs in Cardiff. Police Scotland has not yet recorded figures on children who are the subject of sexual exploitation. Three brothers have been jailed after cocaine with an estimated street value of more than £300,000 was seized in Belfast. A woman in the US state of Utah has been sentenced to life in prison for killing six of her newborn babies. Residents are being asked to help tackle a spate of grass fires in south Wales. A drunk driver who killed a police community support officer (PCSO) in a hit-and-run crash has been jailed. A court in India has postponed the verdict in the case of Bollywood star Salman Khan over a 2002 hit-and-run incident. The number of Scottish businesses going into administration has fallen for the second quarter in a row, according to new figures. Dame Joan Collins has tweeted that she is not Joan Collins. US legal services firm Axiom is to create almost 100 new jobs in Belfast. Alex Davies and Kyle Jarvis hit half-centuries to put Lancashire in a strong position against Derbyshire. BBC News will be bringing you live coverage of the general election on 8 June. A man who sexually assaulted a woman in Canterbury has been jailed for eight years. A Northern Ireland university has cancelled a symposium on the aftermath of the Charlie Hebdo attack in France. David Cameron has pledged to double the amount of free childcare for three and four year-olds in England. Bayern Munich manager Pep Guardiola says winning the Champions League "just like Barcelona". The organisers of the Irish Fleadh have said they are "unanimously" in their bid to host the event again. Hundreds of people have taken part in a protest against the migrant crisis in Brighton. Warwickshire captain Varun Chopra's century helped his side draw with Hampshire at Edgbaston. The number of women becoming nuns in the UK has reached a record high, the Catholic Church has said. Plans for a new arts centre in Aberdeenshire have been given the go-ahead. Channel 4 is to switch off its youth TV channel on the day of the general election. Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg has unveiled a "carer's Package" for carers in Wales. At least six people have been killed in severe weather in Australia's New South Wales (NSW). Sir Paul McCartney and Nancy Shevell are the richest people in the UK and Ireland, according to the Sunday Times Rich List. A hoard of Anglo-Saxon coins found in a field in County Down has been declared treasure. Defence is one of the most important issues in British politics. The prime minister has said he would make extra money available to build a stadium in Cornwall. An inquest into the murders of 10 Protestant workmen in Northern Ireland has been delayed for a second time. Thousands of seabirds have been nesting on reefs in Jersey. BBC Scotland will host a live debate with the party leaders ahead of the Holyrood election on 8 May. Five people have been found guilty of electoral fraud following a by-election of a councillor. A boy with autism has been left "devastated" after his iPad was stolen from his home. Five players have been shortlisted for the first BBC Women's Footballer of the Year award. Three women have been charged in connection with a charity fraud in Cardiff. People in Wales are "fed up to the back teeth", the Liberal Democrats have said. A fishing boat has been rescued after getting into difficulty off the Gwynedd coast. A service is being held in Cardiff to mark the centenary of the Battle of the Somme. The general election campaign has been dominated by photo opportunities. Poland has banned a Russian biker group from entering the country. New York's Statue of Liberty has been evacuated after a suspicious package was found. Police are hunting two men who carried out an armed robbery at a post office in Glasgow. A huge earthquake has hit Nepal, in the north-west of the country. Four men have appeared in court charged in connection with the seizure of cannabis with an estimated street value of £1m in Northern Ireland. A man has been charged with murder after a man was found dead in a car in Oxford. Jockey AP McCoy has ended his career with victory in the Queen Mother Champion Chase at Kempton. An international tribunal has ordered Ghana to stop drilling in a disputed area of the Atlantic Ocean. A Russian court has jailed six dancers for performing a twerk dance at a World War Two memorial site. France's president has paid tribute to the victims of the Nazi death camp at Natzweiler-Struthof. A group of US writers have said they are boycotting a ceremony honouring French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo. More than 1,500 taxi and private hire car drivers in Scotland have been granted licences, according to new figures. Photographs by Gareth Iwan Jones. Lenovo and Acer have unveiled bigger lithium-ion batteries in their latest smartphones. SNP leader Leanne Wood has said the general election offers an opportunity for " harmonious co-existence" between her party and the national parties of Wales and Scotland. Drugs have been seized from the roof of a prison by a crane. Cannabis plants have been found in a derelict building in Dumfries and Galloway. A nurse who filmed himself raping and sexually assaulting women has been jailed for 12 years. A grandfather who murdered his six-month-old daughter has been jailed for a minimum of 20 years. England off-spinner Moeen Ali says it will be "tough" for him to play New Zealand and Australia. The bodies of five Libyans kidnapped last year have been found in the east of the country, officials say. Former Peterborough United and Cambridge United manager Chris Turner has died at the age of 67. A 21-year-old woman has been jailed for life for murdering a poker player in a London casino. A British man has gone on trial accused of murdering a US soldier in Iraq. More than 100 people have been rescued from a ferry off the Spanish island of Mallorca after it caught fire. Nigeria's military says it has freed more than 100 hostages from the Islamist militant group Boko Haram. Technology is a big business for the elderly. Life expectancy has been increasing for more than 100 years. An inquest into the death of singer Lil' Chris has been opened and adjourned. The crew of a container ship seized off the coast of Iran on Tuesday are "safe and in good spirits", the company says. The hills of Antofagasta are one of the driest places in the world. Coventry City fans are marking the 10th anniversary of the club's move to the Ricoh Arena. A World War One window at a church has been damaged by falling masonry. A Russian spacecraft carrying supplies to the International Space Station (ISS) has lost control. Midwives in Northern Ireland have begun a one-day strike. A teenager has been found guilty of trying to persuade a vulnerable man to kill a soldier. Two men have been jailed for their part in a multi-million pound drugs operation. Survivors of Nepal's devastating earthquake have threatened to starve to death because of a lack of aid. Fans of the Baltimore Orioles have been shut out of a baseball game due to violence in the city. Asian shares headed lower after disappointing economic data from the US. Survivors of Saturday's earthquake in Nepal have been rescued from rubble in the capital, Kathmandu. Two hens have hatched chicks at a Pembrokeshire castle. UKIP has complained to the BBC about comments made on Have I Got News for You. Marketing on social media has become a huge business in the past few years. Police have ended their search for a man who has been missing for more than a month. This interactive video looks at some of the main reasons why we change what we buy. Ed Miliband has said he will not "sacrifice the future of our country" if Labour wins the general election. Chile's Calbuco volcano has erupted for the second time in a week. US President Barack Obama is set to announce the location of his presidential library in Chicago, US media report. The Church of England is to stop investing in companies that make money from fossil fuels. Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars have added five writers to their hit Uptown Funk, according to reports. Birmingham City captain Paul Robinson has signed a new one-year contract with the Championship club. One of South Africa's best-known singers has teamed up with Mali's Salif Keita to record a song calling for unity in the country. The Beltane Fire Festival has taken place in Rhondda Cynon Taff. Doctors in Nepal are trying to save the lives of thousands of people injured in Saturday's earthquake. Three Britons who were stranded in Nepal after Saturday's earthquake have arrived back in the UK. Former Falkirk MP Eric Joyce has been found guilty of head-butting two teenage boys. A pony has been found "deliberately abandoned" in a remote part of Lincolnshire, the RSPCA has said. Ballot papers for the general election have been sent out without the names of two candidates. Ed Miliband has urged voters not to "gamble" with the SNP in the general election. A British teenager who was stranded in Nepal after the earthquake has been given a drink and a Snickers bar. A vigil has been held in Edinburgh for the victims of the Nepal earthquake. Former England footballer Rio Ferdinand's wife has died after a "short battle" with cancer. Bluebell bulbs in Guernsey are being invaded by an invasive plant. There is only one party that's in a position to secure an overall majority in the Welsh Assembly. Four people have been rescued after a speedboat capsized off the Devon coast. Chelsea have won the Premier League title for the first time in nine years. The so-called Trojan Horse inquiry has not gone away, head teachers have warned. A curfew in the US city of Baltimore has been lifted. Pamela Geller is one of the most controversial bloggers in the US. Former England striker Jimmy Greaves has suffered a severe stroke. Ed Miliband has said his pledge stone is "carved in stone". Tributes have been paid to a former Glamorgan cricketer who was found dead at his home in Cardiff. Spaniards who were interned at Mauthausen during World War Two have been remembered for their lives. Police are investigating claims of historical abuse at Gordonstoun School in Dumfries and Galloway. Scotland's political leaders have been campaigning ahead of Friday's general election. On 8 June voters across the UK will go to the polls to decide who will run the UK. Italy's lower house of parliament has approved a controversial new electoral system. The last thing Britain needs is a second election before Christmas, Lib Dem leader Nick Clegg has warned. US Secretary of State John Kerry has visited Somalia's capital, Mogadishu. Young people are the most likely victims of identity theft in the UK, research suggests. Retailer Watt has announced plans to create 100 new jobs as part of a multi-million pound expansion. Robert Carlyle's first film as director will open this year's Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF). Head teachers are to be offered seminars in the wake of the cases of three London schoolgirls travelling to Syria. Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee has announced he will run for president in 2016. Linda Yueh is leaving the BBC to become a freelance presenter. Clermont Auvergne centre Nick Abendanon says he has "changed his mind" about playing for England. Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho is in talks with the club over a new contract. A court in India has begun hearing the case of Bollywood star Salman Khan over a hit-and-run in which a policeman died. Deaf people in Wales are being discriminated against at work because they cannot hear well, a report has found. Joss Whedon, the director of the Avengers film, has said he has quit Twitter after being criticised for his portrayal of female characters. It's 70 years since the end of World War Two. Northern Ireland's general election campaign has been a mixed bag. Voting has begun in the general election in Merseyside. Voting has begun in the general election in Cheshire. Rugby Borough Council has met with Coventry City Football Club to discuss plans for a new stadium. A Scottish tyre distributor has been bought by the Michelin Group for an undisclosed sum. The US has begun training Syrian rebels as part of its programme to fight Islamic State. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has said it has seized drugs in a three-month crackdown. Asian shares fell on Friday after comments from US Federal Reserve chair Janet Yellen raised concerns about the prospect of a rise in US interest rates. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on China to "reorient the economy away from excessive reliance on real estate, heavy industry and external demand". Six people have been arrested on suspicion of human trafficking after a lorry was found in Bedfordshire. A US appeals court has ruled that the National Security Agency's (NSA) bulk collection of phone records is unconstitutional. The BBC has signed a new five-year deal to broadcast the Diamond League. The number of patents that can be filed using brainwaves has more than doubled in the past decade. Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Netherlands forward Memphis Depay from PSV Eindhoven. Ivory Coast has banned the use of skin whitening creams. Cigarettes have been found in a field in Dorset. Ed Miliband has resigned as leader of the Labour Party following the party's election defeat. Police are investigating claims former Respect MP George Galloway made false statements during the general election. The Conservatives have gained two seats from the Liberal Democrats in Dorset. The Liberal Democrats have lost all of their seats in the Highlands. Oil and gas firm BG Group has reported a sharp fall in profits for the first three months of the year. Labour has taken Chester North from the Conservatives. The funeral of entertainer Keith Harris has taken place in his home town of Blackpool. Same-sex couples in Australia are gearing up for their wedding. Police investigating the disappearance of a teenager nine years ago have released CCTV images of a car they want to trace. Here is the full text of Prime Minister David Cameron's speech to the House of Commons. Police in the Republic of Ireland are investigating after a newborn baby girl was found abandoned in a street in Dublin. North Korea says it has successfully tested a ballistic missile from a submarine. Labour MP David Lammy has said he will consider standing in the party's leadership contest. A rare gentoo penguin has hatched at Bristol Zoo. An NHS trust has apologised after a "two-week information leaflet" was sent out to patients. The Durham University Boat Race has returned to the River Tyne for the first time in five years. A child has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car in Denbighshire. Middlesbrough midfielder Mamadou Carayol says he is looking forward to the challenge of playing international football for The Gambia. Theo Walcott's late equaliser earned Arsenal a point against Manchester United at Old Trafford. Author JK Rowling has said she is "honoured" by the abuse she has received on Twitter. Indonesian authorities say they have rescued more than 500 migrants from Myanmar's Rohingya Muslim minority. Nico Rosberg led Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton to victory in the Chinese Grand Prix. Northern Ireland midfielder Paddy McNair will play for Manchester United at this year's Milk Cup in Los Angeles. John Whittingdale has been appointed as the new culture secretary. A football fan has been left "shocked" after punching a hole in the ceiling during a match. The Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) trade deal between the EU and the US has been a major issue in the general election. A senior Conservative peer has said he is "greatly dismayed" by David Cameron's election victory. Staff at London Metropolitan University are to vote on strike action in a row over job losses. US regulators have approved Royal Dutch Shell's plan to drill for oil in the Chukchi Sea in Alaska. UKIP leader Nigel Farage has been persuaded to stay on as leader, the party has said. New images of the dwarf planet Ceres have shed new light on the surface of the dwarf planet. Plans to restore two Grade II-listed buildings in Reading have been unveiled by the University of Reading. The Berlin Philharmonic's board has failed to find a new chief conductor. Marta is not a typical Venezuelan woman. Last year, Boris Nemtsov was shot dead in Moscow. London Mayor Boris Johnson has said he will not resign as an MP if the government backs a third runway at Heathrow. Tehran's notorious Evin prison could be turned into a park, the city's mayor has said. Seventy years after World War Two, black sailors from Caribbean countries joined the British army. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has told a court there is "no basis" for a finding of negligence in a case brought by a marine. It's been a difficult week for Welsh Labour and the Conservatives. Nato warships are carrying out a major anti-submarine exercise off the coast of England. BBC Worldwide is to shut down its Global iPlayer app on 26 June. Radar is being used to study one of the UK's tallest monuments. Prince Harry has been performing the Haka in New Zealand. Prince Charles urged former Prime Minister Tony Blair to introduce a "proper cull" of badgers, newly released letters show. ITV technicians and journalists have voted to strike in a row over pay. Harry Shearer has said he will not be part of the new series of The Simpsons. 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Former Premier League footballer Clarke Carlisle has been given a 12-month community order for drink-driving. West Yorkshire's chief constable will not face criminal charges over his conduct. Police in Sydney, Australia, have arrested a man who was carrying a bomb. Facebook has been accused of " trampling" on privacy laws in Belgium. surf forecasting firm Magicseaweed has been bought by online retailer Surfstitch for an undisclosed sum. A "vicious" rapist has been jailed for 12 years. The opening of a roundabout on the A55 in Chester has been delayed for a second time. A County Antrim man who stabbed his partner to death in a "silly domestic dispute" has been jailed for 12 years. Doctors say they have found a "new front" in the fight against cystic fibrosis. Fraudsters are targeting people over the age of 55, the Information Commissioner's Office has said. County Durham County Council is taking legal action after a planning inspector refused to reopen an examination of its plans. Formula 1's decision-making strategy group on Thursday was a huge boost for the sport. Leinster ended their Pro12 campaign with a bonus-point win at Edinburgh. Prince Harry has been photographed sitting on a crocodile during a "top secret mission" in Australia. A man who was seriously injured in a powerboat crash off the Hampshire coast is "stable", his company has said. A 25-year-old woman has died following a two-vehicle crash in Belfast city centre. St Abbs lifeboat crew have agreed to take back their pagers after a protest over the closure of the station. UKIP leader Nigel Farage should take a break, the party's only MP has said. Carissa Carissa has been named the BBC's Young Sports Personality of the Year. A man has been airlifted to hospital after falling down a mountain in Gwynedd. Labour's general election result is a "massive crisis" for the party in Wales, a former minister has said. Pitch Perfect 2 has beaten Mad Max: Fury Road to the top of the North American box office. Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has learned from his first season in the Premier League. The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers talks to the BBC about his new album, The Desired Effect. Organic farming can boost biodiversity, according to a new study. The number of psychiatric patients being discharged from hospital in England has fallen, according to new figures. Community groups in east London are to be offered free Wi-Fi in a tree. As Wales' new MPs prepare for their first day in the House of Commons, BBC Wales' Stephen Kinnock looks at the challenges facing them. The death toll from a landslide in western Colombia has risen to at least 80, officials say. England batsman Joe Root says former coach Peter Moores has "got the best out" of him. Archaeologists in Iraq have created a 3D model of artefacts from the city of Mosul. Egypt's security forces are torturing and sexually assaulting detainees, Human Rights Watch says. A schoolboy from the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh has become one of the country's top secondary school toppers. Police in Italy have arrested more than 100 people on suspicion of match-fixing. Love locks have been removed from a bridge in a bid to stop them being vandalised. Retailer Next has been ordered by the High Court to pay more than £1bn in tax. A "very dangerous" man has been jailed for life for murdering a Romanian woman. A woman has told a court she was sexually abused by a former equerry to the Duke of Edinburgh. The body of a soldier found dead at Deepcut barracks could be exhumed, a coroner has said. Aston Villa have signed Manchester City winger Scott Sinclair on a season-long loan deal. Canadian police have arrested 10 people suspected of travelling to Syria to join the Islamic State (IS) group. South Korea and the US say North Korea has made "significant progress" in miniaturising its nuclear weapons. Mark Stoneman's century was not enough to prevent Durham losing to Warwickshire at Edgbaston. Ulsan is a shipbuilding town in South Korea. At the shore of Lido beach in the Somali capital, Mogadishu, Hassan Hassan is a man. Music streaming service Spotify has announced a series of new content to its app. European leaders are preparing to meet in Brussels for the first time since the UK's general election. Shares in two Hong Kong firms have fallen sharply after their shares were suspended. Northern Ireland's new health minister has called on people to embrace change. Rail passengers are being warned to expect further disruption as a strike by Network Rail workers goes ahead. Personal data from customers of spy software mSpy has been stolen, the company has said. London Underground (LU) drivers are to be balloted on strike action in a row over the Night Tube. Police in Washington DC have arrested a man suspected of killing a wealthy family last week. An NHS trust has been told to make "rapid and dramatic improvements" at two hospitals in London. BBC Radio 1 DJ James is to receive an honorary degree from the University of East Anglia (UEA). Funerals have been held in the Bolivian town of Salgar, where dozens of people died in a landslide on Monday. Hundreds of people have attended the funeral of rugby league player Gareth Jones. Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers expects Raheem Sterling to sign a new two-year contract with the club. A petition calling for the return of Chagos Islands to the UK has been handed in to the Foreign Office. The SNP has taken control of two parliamentary committees. BBC Radio 1 DJ Fern Cotton has made her final appearance on the show. Australia's government has launched a competition to redesign national parks. Former Scottish first minister Jack McConnell has admitted he fell down a drain during a visit to Malawi. Teenagers who are overweight or obese are more likely to develop bowel cancer, a study suggests. A company has been fined £1m after a worker was crushed by a forklift truck at a warehouse in Kent. A man has been arrested on suspicion of trying to smuggle endangered species into the UK. Talks on the non-proliferation of nuclear weapons have ended without agreement. A white police officer has been found not guilty of manslaughter over the fatal shooting of two black men. Labour in Wales is experiencing its worst crisis in living memory, former shadow home secretary David Howells has said. A police force's Facebook poster urging parents not to tell children they will go to jail has gone viral. The Premier League has been one of the best in the world. Newcastle owner Mike Ashley has said he will not sell the club until he does. China's An An shot a six-under-par 66 to win the PGA Championship at Baltusrol. Thousands of people have lined the streets to celebrate Chelsea's Premier League title win. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is one of the world's most followed politicians on Twitter. The trial of a Washington Post reporter accused of "espionage" in Iran has begun. Online retailer Amazon has said it will record sales in the UK, Germany, Spain and Italy. A man has died after his car left the road and hit a tree in Surrey. A British man has died at the Dignitas clinic in Switzerland. James Chester, Paul Dummett and James Matthews have been recalled to the Wales squad for Saturday's Euro 2016 qualifier against Belgium. It was a quiet day in Pisky. US cable operator Charter has agreed to buy Time Warner Cable for $78.7bn (£5.4bn). Friends of a Stranraer girl with a rare genetic condition have launched a petition to ensure a drug is made available on the NHS. (Close): Stocks on Wall Street closed lower as the dollar rose against the yen. Water voles have been released into the wild at a nature reserve in Rhondda Cynon Taff. Seven police officers are to be questioned after a prisoner lost part of his fingers in custody. Madagascar's parliament has voted to oust President Andry Rajaonarimampianina. One of the world's most venomous snakes has been discovered in the Mekong delta in south-east Asia. At least 36 Yemeni commandos have been killed in an air strike by the Saudi-led coalition fighting Houthi rebels in the capital, Sanaa, officials say. Football's world governing body Fifa is holding its annual meeting in Zurich this week. Northern Ireland's business body has called on the Stormont executive to devolve corporation tax to the Republic of Ireland. Bournemouth have signed former Reading goalkeeper Mark Federici on a two-year deal. Breast cancer that spread around the body could be prevented from spreading to the bone, a study suggests. Britain's future is "hanging in the balance" after the general election, Nick Clegg has said. Two mobile phones stolen during a Sunderland concert have been found by police. A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the disappearance of two West Yorkshire teenagers. Five French Resistance fighters have been inducted into the Pantheon mausoleum in Paris. A woman died after eating a sorbet on the Greek island of Rhodes, an inquest has heard. A 25-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after a three-year-old boy was hit by a car in Rhondda Cynon Taff. Football's world governing body Fifa has been rocked by the corruption scandal that has engulfed the sport's world governing body. U2's tour manager Dennis Sheehan has died after suffering a cardiac arrest at a Los Angeles hotel. If you're growing up with celebrities, you're likely to have a future. HIV patients should be offered antiretroviral drugs sooner rather than later, a major study suggests. GoPro is to launch a drone, its chief executive has announced. A man has been arrested in connection with two sexual assaults in Edinburgh. We've been talking about the plight of thousands of migrants from Bangladesh to Malaysia. Three firefighters have described how they saved a man's life after his car crashed into a dyke. International students are worth more than £100m a year to the Scottish economy, according to accountancy firm PwC. A blanket ban on so-called legal highs is to be introduced in England and Wales, the government has announced. A lorry has been stranded after a sinkhole opened up in a road. Northern Ireland's environment minister has denied breaching a ministerial code by approving a controversial planning framework. A "predatory and ruthless" man has been jailed for 12 years for raping and sexually abusing girls in the 1970s and 1980s. Northern Ireland's finance minister has said she is "disappointed" by the situation at Stormont. A man and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of Syria-related terrorism offences. Chinese shares fell sharply on Monday as investors remained cautious ahead of next week's stock market. Australian police have identified seven women from Melbourne who have travelled to Syria to fight with so-called Islamic State (IS). Imax, the world's biggest cinema chain, is planning to list its shares in Hong Kong. Cornwall won the County Championship for the first time with a hard-fought victory over Lancashire at Twickenham. India's economy grew at an annual rate of 6.6% in the three months to December, according to official figures. A council has said it will work "very closely" with Legoland to improve traffic management. Hundreds of people have taken part in a cheese race in Dorset. The family of a man who died in a car crash have said he would be "100% behind" his plans for a woodland survival centre. Sepp Blatter should resign as president of world football's governing body Fifa, David Cameron has said. League Two side Accrington Stanley have signed former Wigan Athletic midfielder Jack Morgan-Smith on a deal until the end of the season. A plaque has been unveiled to honour a British general who worked at a Nazi death camp. Wolfsburg came from behind to beat Borussia Dortmund and win the German Cup. Three men have been charged after cannabis with an estimated street value of £20,000 was seized in the Isle of Man. A County Londonderry teacher has been named BBC Music Day's Unsung Hero. Sepp Blatter said "I'm not the cleverest man in the world". Solar Impulse, the aeroplane powered only by the Sun, has left China for Hawaii. Aston Villa manager Tim Sherwood says his side have a "losing mentality" after their FA Cup final defeat by Arsenal. Arsenal's performance in the FA Cup final against Aston Villa at Wembley was one of the best I have ever seen. Russia has banned 89 EU politicians from travelling to Russia, the EU says. Thousands of people have taken part in a cycling event in Plymouth. A murder investigation has been launched after a man was stabbed to death in Birmingham. Former CIA director David Petraeus has told the BBC that Islamic State (IS) is a " formidable enemy". Britain's Jessica Ennis-Hill remains in contention to qualify for the Rio Olympics after the first day of the heptathlon in Gotzis, Austria. More than half of children in foster care in Scotland have failed to find stability, according to a new study. People in Scotland are living in "constant anxiety" about changes to their benefits, according to a new study. A murder investigation has been launched after a man was stabbed to death in Manchester. The first round-the-world solar-powered flight has been cancelled. In the heart of New York City, the courthouse is a hive of activity. The Isle of Man's women's football team have won the European Championship in Hungary. A music teacher raped a student during a school trip to Cornwall, a court has heard. A man in Gwynedd is trying to trace the person who sent a postcard more than 30 years ago. Waiting times in accident and emergency units in England have improved for the first time in more than a year. A judicial review has begun into the government's handling of allegations of child abuse at Kincora Boys' Home. Hundreds of people have signed a petition to save two courses at an Oxford college. Injured paramilitaries should be entitled to a special pension, the BBC has learned. Australia's economy grew 0.9% in the March quarter of the year, beating expectations. A judge in the Republic of Ireland has said he never intended to interfere with comments made by a member of the parliament. Hundreds of people have attended a public inquiry into plans for 600 new homes in Kent. Universities should do more to tackle radicalisation and extremism, the next vice chancellor of Oxford University has said. The Scottish government has rejected claims by the Conservatives that councils in Scotland have cut education funding. National Theatre director Rufus Norris has said he is considering introducing quotas to improve diversity within the organisation. Dundee have signed former Real Sociedad defender Xherdan Etxabeguren on a two-year deal. An investigation has been launched into the finances of a hospital trust. Spanish singer Enrique Iglesias has undergone surgery to repair a broken hand. (Close): London's leading shares opened lower, with shares in Dixons Carphone leading the way. England footballer Adam Johnson has denied child sex offences and grooming offences. A group of sperm whales have beached on the Isle of Lewis. Royal Marines have taken part in a parade to mark the 50th anniversary of the freedom of Yeovilton. Lufthansa is to charge travellers for booking tickets bought via online travel agencies. Downton Abbey stars Michelle Dockery and Dominic West are to star in a West End production of Les Liaisons Dangereuses. The Royal Regiment of Wales is to be presented with new colours at Twickenham. The trial of a Dublin teenager held in an Egyptian prison for more than two years has been adjourned until August. Office rents in Belfast have risen sharply in the past year, according to new figures. East Dunbartonshire Council "urgently" needs to improve its financial position, according to a new report. More than half of British sportswomen do not report sexism, according to a BBC Sport survey. Transport Scotland is considering extending the Borders Railway to Carlisle. Adult social care services for the over-65s are facing "enormous pressures", a survey suggests. Plans to allow English and Welsh MPs to vote for English laws should be treated with caution, a Welsh MP has said. A private consortium is set to win a £1.2bn contract to co-ordinate cancer care in Staffordshire, the BBC understands. Five men have been charged in connection with a drugs raid in Oxford. Italian rider Franck Petricola has died after crashing in practice at the Isle of Man TT. The lawyer of a former Guatemalan military general has been shot dead. The Irish government has been accused of failing to meet international human rights standards during the recession. A fire in Caerphilly county is being treated as arson, police have said. (Close): London's leading shares closed lower, with energy and advertising companies among the biggest fallers. Aldershot Town have signed midfielder Sean McGinty on a two-year deal following his release by Braintree Town. A motorcyclist has died in a crash in Lancashire. GCSEs in English and maths are being taught at a college in the West Midlands. The room where the Duke of Wellington lived at Walmer Castle has been recreated in a new exhibition. A financial services firm has announced plans to create 500 new jobs in Birmingham. Ambulance crews were called to the scene of the Alton Towers rollercoaster crash within minutes. In 1938, Sir William Mundell, the founder of the welfare state. The UK job market saw a slight slowdown in May, according to a report. Police have been given the go-ahead to access tapes of a former loyalist and republican. Police investigating the Bloody Sunday killings have contacted more than 100 soldiers. The chief executive of Betsi Cadwaladr health board has said it was "probably a mistake" to keep him in a hospital. People have been warned not to attack a rare bird of prey on the Isle of Man. A court in Afghanistan has sentenced a man to life in prison for raping his daughter. A ban on the use of e-cigarettes in public places in Wales has been approved by the Welsh government. The jury in the trial of a couple accused of performing a sex act on a TV show has failed to reach a verdict. Doctors in the UK have been given a two-week cooling-off period for cosmetic surgery. British actor John Johnson has died at the age of 93. A former health boss has called for a debate across the UK about how cancer drugs are funded in Wales. A busy road in Oxford city centre has reopened after a water main burst. Dogs should be banned from beaches in Pembrokeshire, the council has said. Sudan's President Omar al-Bashir has reshuffled his cabinet. Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto's governing National Party (PRI) is expected to win Sunday's parliamentary elections. Stan Wawrinka stunned world number one Novak Djokovic to win his first French Open title. Japanese shares were little changed on Monday after the country reported better-than-expected economic growth. Australian police have arrested a man after a bulldozer crashed into a house in New South Wales. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been criticised on social media for comments he made about women. Sepp Blatter's former chief of staff has said there is "no choice" for countries to bribe to win the 2018 and 2022 World Cups. A referendum on the UK's membership of the EU should be held on the same day as the assembly elections, Labour has said. A six-year-old girl who was injured when a bouncy castle she was playing in was blown away is to have surgery. A 102-year-old German doctor has been awarded a doctorate for the first time since World War Two. Falkirk has become the first Scottish local authority to invest £30m in social housing. Elton John has apologised to a steward who told her she thought she was Hitler. A former head of care at a school for children with learning difficulties has been charged with a string of sex offences. Prime Minister Theresa May is to speak at this year's Edinburgh International Book Festival. The deaths of a couple at their home in Ballycastle, County Antrim, are being treated as unexplained. torpedo tubes were accidentally connected to a nuclear submarine at Devonport Royal Dockyard, regulators have said. Three British teenagers arrested in Turkey on suspicion of terrorism offences have been released without charge. Italy has criticised several northern regions for refusing to accept more migrants. Police in Scotland are investigating an allegation of historical child sex abuse against Labour peer Lord Janner. Chinese social media star Li Keqiang has challenged women to shave their armpits. A lion is on the run after escaping from a national park in South Africa. The UK's National Air Service (Nats) has developed a system that uses TV signals to track aircraft. The UN mission to tackle the Ebola outbreak in West Africa has moved to Ghana's capital, Accra. A soldier who died on an SAS selection march was "half-an-hour" from the finish, an inquest has heard. Eritrea has denied a UN report that it may have committed crimes against humanity. Rail passengers are being warned to expect delays and disruption over the next six weeks as the Winchburgh railway tunnel closes. Tributes have been paid to a man who died while swimming at a beauty spot in north Wales. One of the world's leading scientists has told the BBC that she has found a new way to treat cancer. Global energy consumption slowed last year, according to a report by oil giant BP. A couple have been left "completely penniless" after a funeral company went out of business. A Nobel Prize-winning scientist has apologised for remarks he made about female scientists. An injunction granted by the Republic of Ireland's richest man has been discharged from the High Court. Jurassic World, starring Chris Pratt, has topped the global box office in its first weekend of release. A dentist arrested on suspicion of murdering his wife has said he is "not a suspect". Voting has begun in the Tower Hamlets mayoral election. The funeral of a mother and her daughter who were stabbed to death in Oxfordshire has taken place. The FBI has raided a Los Angeles home as part of an investigation into the hacking of celebrity photos. An unexploded World War Two bomblet has been found on a beach in Orkney. Oscar-winning producer John Chartoff, best known for his role in Rocky, has died at the age of 83. "It's a good case study." MSPs have called on the Scottish government to help save 130 jobs at Glasgow's Arches arts venue. Northampton Saints have approved plans for a new stand at Franklin's Gardens. The government's expert panel on so-called legal highs was divided over whether or not it should be banned in the UK. A 16-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a teacher was stabbed at a free school in Bradford. More than half of young people in Scotland say they feel safe and supported by the legal system, according to a new report. Legendary professional wrestler Dusty Rhodes has died at the age of 74. Ashok Chand, one of India's best-known sculptors, has died at the age of 93. A woman's body has been found after a house fire in Eastbourne. Four tourists who were jailed for stripping on Malaysia's highest mountain have been released on bail. The world premiere of the new animated film Minions has taken place in New York. Police searching for a mother who went missing with her three-year-old son have urged her to "get in touch". The M8 in Dumfries and Galloway has reopened after being closed for several hours following a fire. Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta has called for an end to the country's reliance on foreign aid. Elite firms are "systematically" excluding bright working-class applicants from their workforce, a report says. Staff at the Botanic Garden in Edinburgh have said a giant flower is set to bloom. Work has begun to increase the capacity of Scotland's largest container terminal. New Zealand's Corey Anderson has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. A British woman jailed in Malaysia for posing naked on a sacred mountain has left the island. The family of a Bristol man found dead in the French Riviera have said they have been "kept in the dark". Scots have been recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours list. Free swimming transport is to be offered to families in parts of Warrington. Shakin' Stevens has been voted the Welshman of the Year by BBC Radio Wales. Hackers may have accessed background information for US security personnel, US officials say. The mother of Madeleine McCann has begun a 1,000-mile cycle ride in memory of her daughter. A man has been seriously injured by an elephant that escaped from its enclosure at a circus in southern Germany. Talks between Greece and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have failed to reach an agreement on the country's debt crisis. A British teenager has been reported to have been killed in a suicide attack in Iraq. Great Britain's Tom Benson won gold in the European Triathlon Championships in Baku, Azerbaijan. Seven people have been arrested after a teenager was stabbed to death in north London. Catfish and the Bottlemen have gone straight to number one in the UK album chart. comet lander Philae has made its first contact with Earth, the European Space Agency (Esa) says. The number of people in Wales with diabetes has risen at an "alarming rate", a charity has warned. The Republic of Ireland has banned the sale of so-called legal highs. Israel says it "deeply regrets" the harm caused to Palestinian civilians during the 2014 Gaza war. England are on the verge of qualifying for Euro 2016. Greek shares have fallen sharply after the country's creditors said they had failed to reach a deal on its debt. Three left-of-centre parties have taken control of Spain's cities. Fabio Capello's future as Russia coach is in doubt. The winners of a photo competition in northern India have been announced. A facsimile of the Magna Carta has been unveiled at Lincoln Castle to mark the 800th anniversary of the document's sealing. A 25-year-old man has been jailed for his part in a drugs operation. US President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle have celebrated their 20th birthday, the White House says. Two men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was shot in the leg in Lincolnshire. Airbus's chief executive, Fabrice Bregier, has said the company will not be affected by a UK vote to leave the European Union. Asia is set to overtake North America as the world's richest region, according to a report from the World Bank. UK inflation turned negative for the first time in more than 50 years in May, official figures have shown. British poet Philip Larkin is to be honoured in Poets' Corner at Westminster Abbey. When Fijian rugby player Vata Matavesi was a miner at Southy Croft in Cornwall in the 1980s, he was the first Fijian to play in the UK. Conor Henderson has signed a new one-year contract with League Two side Crawley Town. The father of a reservist who died on an SAS selection march has told an inquest he did not think his son had failed. Online publishers have raised concerns about the terms of Apple's new social media app. MSPs have accused a health board of a "culture of complacency" over its finances. "I'm going to kill a stranger, I'm going to kill a stranger, I'm going to kill a stranger." The death of Jabhat al-Qaeda's leader, Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, in a US drone strike in Libya has shocked the jihadist movement. A settlement has been offered over plans for a new mosque in Dudley. Poundland, the UK's biggest discount retailer, has spent three times in the past year. Jeremy Hunt is to call for a cross-party review of the 14-19 education system in England. A boat crash which injured nine people was caused by "unintentionally" manoeuvring towards a motor tug, a report has found. There are few women in the scientific community who have made important discoveries in science. Five people have been killed in a balcony collapse in the US. The UK's anti-slavery commissioner has said he is "extremely concerned" about the number of Nigerians being trafficked to the UK. The number of sexual offences reported to police in England and Wales has risen by more than a third in a year, the NSPCC says. Liverpool have rejected a new bid from Manchester City for England forward Raheem Sterling. Plans to merge eight councils in Wales have been unveiled by the local government minister. The BBC has developed a way to control programmes using brainwaves. A drug dealer accused of murdering a man with a crossbow has told a court he had "absolutely nothing" to do with the attack. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a man who went missing 25 years ago. Ulster Bank has said it has fixed a problem with its computer system. Police have appealed for information after a man was found dead in a car in North Lanarkshire. Edinburgh will host the 2017 European Champions Cup finals at Murrayfield. At least 19 people have been killed in an explosion in north-eastern Nigeria, an MP has told the BBC. Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny is to meet Prime Minister David Cameron to discuss the possibility of a UK exit from the European Union. A man has died in a house fire in Greater Manchester. Thailand has been downgraded by the UN's International Civil Aviation Organization ( ICAO). Indian police have arrested a man in connection with the rape of an elderly nun in the eastern state of West Bengal. Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta has said he will lift a ban on Somalia-linked banking firms. Police investigating the death of a man whose body was found in a London subway have appealed for witnesses. The first homes have been built on the site of a new army base in Staffordshire. The Wickerman Festival has announced a new stage at this year's event. This year's E3 video game show is taking place in Los Angeles, USA. A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a woman was attacked in Lancashire. A man has admitted stealing a handbag from a woman who fell to her death from a motorway bridge. A burst water main has caused flooding in south-west London. Two fishermen have been rescued after their boat drifted off the County Donegal coast. Pakistani police have arrested two men suspected of involvement in the murder of a prominent politician in London five years ago. Denmark's right-wing bloc has won a majority in the country's general election. Cancer experts have called on the Welsh government to introduce a vaccine to protect young people from cancer. A man who helped dispose of a man's body in a Newcastle park has been jailed. A minor league baseball team in California has apologised for a "Caucasian Heritage Night" promotion. A man has died following a three-vehicle crash in the Highlands. A six-month-old baby boy has died after being attacked by his family's dog in Newcastle. One of the world's oldest Galapagos tortoises has died at a zoo in California. It was billed as the world's biggest yoga event. Two teenagers have been arrested after a fight broke out in east London. re-enactments have been held in London to mark the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo. The fuselage of one of the RAF's most famous aircraft has arrived in the UK. A 25-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman's body was found. A woman has been taken to hospital after her car crashed into a tunnel in Cardiff. Paintings by Adolf Hitler have been sold at auction in the German city of Nuremberg. A report to Dumfries and Galloway Council is to be published later. Tributes have been paid to a motorcyclist who died in a crash on the A74(M) in North Lanarkshire. Parma have been relegated from Serie B after two potential buyers failed to buy the club. The Scottish government's land reform bill is due to be published later. Police have said the Guid Nychburris celebrations in Dumfries have passed peacefully. A brother of Hillsborough victim Philip Steele has told the inquests he was "pushed towards the goal" in the crush. For years, a potted site in Slievenacloy in County Antrim has been covered up. Taylor Swift has been accused of "exploited" by a British photographer. Australians fighting in the Middle East will automatically lose their Australian citizenship, the government has announced. Sister Nirmala, the former head of a Catholic charity run by Mother Teresa, has died in the eastern Indian city of Kolkata (Calcutta). Ferry services between the UK and France have been disrupted by a strike by ferry workers. (Close): London's leading shares and the pound rose on Tuesday, recovering some of the ground lost in the wake of the UK's vote to leave the European Union. A baker has baked a cake in the shape of an engine at Jaguar Land Rover's (JLR) factory. Tributes have been paid to singer Ed Sheeran, who has died at the age of 31. A man is in a critical condition in hospital after being hit by a bus in Gwynedd. Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari has said the "days of impunity and lack of accountability" are over. A large sinkhole has opened up on a golf course in Australia. A report into the closure of Police Scotland's control centre in Dumfries has found it has performed "to the satisfaction of the public". The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has opened disciplinary proceedings against Ivory Coast coach Emmanuel Keshi. The BBC is failing to invest in the Midlands, an MP has told the House of Commons. Militants have attacked two villages in north-eastern Nigeria, killing at least 22 people. A cat has been stabbed to death in a "shocking and completely senseless attack", the RSPCA has said. Canadian police are investigating after pilots of a police helicopter were heard talking about oral sex. I'm sitting in the middle of a football pitch at the University of Hertfordshire. The idea of a ban on the sale of Russian wine and wine from the EU has been widely reported. The BBC's Victoria Derbyshire programme is looking at the dangers of email scams. US clothing retailer American Apparel has filed a court filing accusing its former chief executive, Dov Charney, of sexual harassment and anti-discrimination. A teenager who died from leukaemia has married his girlfriend. A couple who have spent more than 20 years restoring a World War Two Tornado have put it up for sale. The UK's green investment bank is to be privatised, the government has announced. Gatwick Airport has reported record passenger numbers for the six months to the end of September. (Close): Stocks on Wall Street closed higher after the US Supreme Court ruled that the Affordable Care Act is unconstitutional. Britain's population has reached a record high, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Alex Cuthbert will be "very lucky" to be fit for Wales' World Cup squad, says former team-mate Ian James. The US Supreme Court has ruled in favour of President Barack Obama's signature healthcare law. The use of catheters in hospital is a "huge problem", according to a leading expert. Hundreds of US government emails and passwords have been found on the open web, according to security firm Recorded Future. Football Association performance director Dan Ashworth has defended England's decision not to call up for the Under-15s at the European Championship. At Manchester City's training ground, the club's training ground is a hive of activity. Thousands of music fans have begun the second day of the Glastonbury Festival. Plans for hundreds of homes in East Yorkshire have been rejected by the government. The brother of a man who died after being trampled by cows has called for safer footpaths. Thai police have cancelled the launch of a report by Human Rights Watch (HRW). Wakefield Trinity Wildcats have been given six months' notice to take back ownership of the club's stadium, says chief executive Steve Carter. One of the world's largest plants has bloomed in Scotland. Sri Lanka batsman Kumar Sangakkara has announced his retirement from international cricket. Eight men have been arrested in a series of raids across the North West. A judge in Argentina has ordered the seizure of assets of five oil companies in the Falkland Islands. A motorcyclist has died in a crash in South Yorkshire. On the beach in the Tunisian resort town of Sousse, there's a palpable sense of relief. A man has been charged with attempted murder after two boys were stabbed. David Sweat, the second prisoner who escaped from a maximum security prison in New York, has been shot by police. Justin Gatlin has set a new world record in the 200m at the Diamond League meeting. India's first metro rail service has opened in the southern city of Chennai (Madras). Israel's navy has intercepted a boat carrying pro-Palestinian activists trying to break the blockade of Gaza. Tributes have been paid to three members of a West Midlands family killed in the Tunisia terror attack. A tennis fan in Aberdeen has placed a £1m bet on Andy Murray to win the ATP World Tour Finals. Tributes have been paid to young referee Joel Richards, who was killed in the Tunisia terror attack. Greek voters will go to the polls on Sunday in a referendum on the terms of the country's bailout. Prof Stephen Hawking is to deliver the annual Reith Lectures on BBC Radio 4. Swansea University's School of Management has been accused of bullying and harassment by staff. One of Ireland's best-known broadcasters, Murch, has died. The US says it has lifted security restrictions on Bahrain. The UK's hottest day of the year has been recorded, with temperatures reaching 7C (98F) in London. UKIP is "very confident" of winning more seats at next year's assembly election, the party's leader in Wales has said. Guernsey's table tennis team won their first gold medal at the 2015 Island Games. Three men have been jailed for running a cannabis factory in Bridgend county. It is 100 years since the first North American settlers arrived in Cuba. Sunderland's independent music shop has closed its doors for the final time. US TV network Univision has said it will not broadcast a pageant owned by Donald Trump. A body has been found in the search for a man who went into the River Windermere. A pair of Queen Victoria's underpants are to be sold at auction in Wiltshire. Human rights group Amnesty International has called for an independent inquiry into human rights abuses in Indian-administered Kashmir. Cameroon defender Benoit Assou-Ekotto has signed for French Ligue 1 side St Etienne. Caitlyn Jenner, Angelina Jolie and Vogue editor Anna Wintour have been named on the BBC's Woman's Hour list. A family of 12 from Luton are feared to have travelled to Syria. The New Horizons spacecraft has begun burning its thrusters to prepare for its historic flyby of Pluto. English MPs will be able to veto laws that have been devolved to the Scottish Parliament, the government has announced. US manufacturing growth slowed in June, according to a closely watched survey. The collapse of Iceland's banks in the wake of the financial crisis has left the country in a state of emergency. Spending on new public service programmes in the UK has fallen sharply, according to a review by Ofcom. Residents in the US state of Tennessee have been evacuated after a freight train derailed and burst into flames. It's 70 years since the first atomic attack on Japan in World War Two. ScotRail has said it will run fewer trains on Sundays in a dispute with drivers' union Aslef. A man has been banned from owning animals after he was filmed eating a fish. A French court has sentenced a woman to life in prison for murdering her three children in 2012. Footage has been released of a turtle being filmed near the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. Hundreds of asylum seekers could have to be released from detention after the government suspended its fast-track system. Plans for a new tennis court at the Queen's Sandringham estate have been submitted. The Church of England has consecrated its first female bishop at York Minster. A heavily pregnant woman was threatened with a gun during a burglary at her home in Manchester. Labour leadership contender Liz Kendall has said she is the only person in the race to succeed Ed Miliband. Three nurses have been found guilty of abusing a paralysed man at a mental health unit. Andy Murray and James Ward will become the first British player to reach the last 16 at Wimbledon on Friday. Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff has announced the torch for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. A 21-year-old man was removed from a train after police found wires hanging out of his bag. The families of three London schoolgirls believed to have travelled to Syria are "distraught", their lawyer has said. A man has broken the world record for the most time bouncing on a pogo stick. The Forth Bridge has been awarded Unesco World Heritage status. I'm through to the second round of Wimbledon and I'm looking forward to the second week in a row. A man has died and two girls have been rescued from the sea in Gwynedd. Stephen Keshi has been sacked as Nigeria coach by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). Liverpool have appointed Sean O'Driscoll as first-team coach. The number of illegal immigrants detained or arrested at the Port of Dover has more than doubled in a year. Tributes have been paid to Dr John Hinds, one of Northern Ireland's leading trauma experts. In the early hours of the Vietnam War, two tanks were stationed in the capital, Hanoi. Claude Monet's plans to build a water garden have been revealed for the first time. Former Liberal Democrat minister David Laws has said he will not stand again as a member of parliament. A Winnipeg man has been charged with attempted murder after two bomb attacks in the city last week. 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Talks aimed at averting further strikes by Caledonian MacBrayne and the RMT union are due to resume on Wednesday. A woman who painted red and white stripes on her west London home is taking legal action against the council. Burundi's ruling party has won parliamentary elections, despite protests over the president's bid for a third term. The US women's football team are to be honoured with a parade in New York. Guatemala's former military leader Efrain Rios Montt has been declared mentally incompetent. Barclays chief executive Antony Jenkins has been sacked after falling out with the bank's board over the size of the investment bank. For decades, the United States was the world's most powerful. MPs have launched an inquiry into the government's plans for a "purdah" period in the run-up to the EU referendum. The Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne, delivered his first Budget as prime minister. More than 100 paintings and drawings by a Northumberland Fusiliers have gone on display for the first time in more than 80 years. Sports Minister Carl N Chuiln has ordered an audit of Sport NI. Malaysia's state investment fund has been at the centre of a multi-million dollar corruption scandal. The mayor of the US city of Baltimore has sacked the city's police chief. A free school set up by Prime Minister David Cameron in Birmingham has been rated "inadequate" by Ofsted. It was a "big Budget". A street party is to be held to mark the Queen's 90th birthday. Brazil is one of the world's most densely populated countries. The National Crime Agency (NCA) is to investigate the sale of Nama's Northern Ireland property loan portfolio. Smoking may increase the risk of schizophrenia, a study suggests. I'm a bit baffled. "He was shot dead by a police officer." South Africa is considering removing Christmas from the country's holiday calendar. A man who raped a woman more than a decade ago has been jailed for 12 years. England will take an unassailable lead into the final Test against Australia in Cardiff. Safety concerns at the UK's largest naval dockyard have been raised by regulators. Typhoon Chan-hom has made landfall in China's eastern province of Zhejiang. Kilmarnock have agreed a deal to sign Lee McCulloch. A Roman town has been uncovered by students in Dorset. A four-year-old girl has been airlifted to hospital after being attacked by a dog. At least 130 people have been killed in an attack in the French capital, Paris. What is the UK's most famous 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 888-247 The funeral of one of three Scots killed in the Tunisia terror attack has taken place in Perth. A rare albino deer has been born at a zoo in America. An explosion has destroyed part of the citadel of the Syrian city of Aleppo, activists say. Developers have submitted a planning application for a new student accommodation scheme in Belfast city centre. A Singaporean couple's wedding photo shoot has gone viral on social media. (Close): London's leading shares closed higher on Wednesday, led by gains in banks and financial shares. Greece is one of the world's most important countries. Ethiopia is one of the world's most densely populated countries. Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman has been extradited to the United States. A chronology of key events in the sale of Nama's Northern Ireland loan portfolio has been published. A man has admitted causing the death of a 15-year-old girl in a crash on the A470 in Gwynedd. The father of Marussia driver Jules Bianchi says he is "less optimistic" about his son's recovery from severe head injuries. A shopping centre in east London has been sold for an undisclosed sum. Five people have been charged in connection with a protest at Heathrow Airport. More than 100 Scottish soldiers are to be sent to Afghanistan. SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon has accused David Cameron of making Scottish MPs "second-class citizens" in the House of Commons. Chelsea winger Victor Moses could play a part at the club this season, says Stoke City boss Mark Hughes. Two women have died following a two-car crash in the Scottish Borders. England captain Alastair Cook says Australia are still favourites to win the Ashes. The number of people out of work in Scotland rose by 15,000 in June. Nigeria's government says it has shut down a radio station calling for a breakaway state of Biafra. The father of a woman who died in a house fire in Rhondda Cynon Taff has told an inquest he did not want her to die from carbon monoxide poisoning. Somerset have re-signed South Africa all-rounder Wayne van der Nerwe on a two-year deal. The mother of a six-year-old girl who was given the all-clear by leukaemia has called for more blood donors. A drunk squirrel has been caught on camera running across a railway bar. A planned strike by Tata Steel workers in the UK has been suspended. Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is "forced" to accept harsh tax and pensions measures as part of a bailout deal, his spokesman has said. Shares in South Korea's Samsung C&T have fallen sharply after shareholders in the firm approved a takeover. Calls have been made for Trawsfynydd nuclear power station in Gwynedd to be turned into a demonstrator reactor. The chief executive of an NHS trust criticised for failing to meet waiting times has resigned. It's that time of year again - the BBC Proms. Two men who died in an explosion at a factory in west Belfast have been named by police. Browsing the internet is a bit of a bit like a spy. The EU has condemned Russia's move to a new border with Georgia. A London mother has been ordered to hand over her son's home education by a council. Tony Fadell, the co-founder of Nest, tells the BBC how he's working with Sir Jonathan Ive. A man who used his mobile phone to get under women's skirts has been jailed for 18 months. Average speed cameras are to be installed on one of Scotland's busiest motorways. United Airlines is offering a million flight miles to hackers who report security flaws. A man has been spared jail after being caught driving while more than four times the legal drink-drive limit. so-called Islamic State (IS) has claimed responsibility for an attack on an Egyptian coastguard boat in the Sinai peninsula. Hilary Hilary's crime novel Someone Else's Skin has won a prestigious crime novel award. Google has reported better-than-expected profits for the three months to the end of June, helped by a rise in advertising volumes. Labour is "running around stamping our feet", Chuka Umunna has told the BBC. Discount retailer B&M has reported a slowdown in sales for the first three months of the year. The government is planning to cut subsidies to the renewable energy industry, the BBC understands. A takeaway delivery driver has been attacked with a golf club during a robbery in West Lothian. A cash machine has been stolen in a ram-raid on a Co-op store in Oxfordshire. Premiership champions Saracens have signed hooker Dave Porecki on a deal until the end of the season. Compensation offers for mis-sold payment protection insurance (PPI) are being offered by some credit card providers. Kent have signed batsman Sean Dickson. An Australian father who allowed his 15-year-old daughter to marry has been jailed for two years. A woman has died after being hit by a truck in north Wales. Fabian Delph has joined Manchester City on a season-long loan from Aston Villa. Australia fast bowler Mitchell Johnson hopes to have the scars from his Ashes-winning performance against England. Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has said the nuclear deal with the US will not change. Thousands of people have taken part in the Snowdon Race in Gwynedd. golf's Olympic future could be in doubt if the PGA Tour does not comply with anti-doping rules. A video showing the Queen and the Queen raising her arm like a Nazi salute has been released. Former Foreign Secretary Jack Straw has defended a review of the Freedom of Information Act. Chelsea defender Kenneth Omeruo has joined Turkish side Kasimpasa on a season-long loan. Tom Chilton says former Marussia team-mate Jules Bianchi was "destined to probably be a world champion". North Korea is holding its first local elections in more than 60 years. Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron has said he is "absolutely in favour of equal marriage" for all people whatever their sexuality. London Fire Brigade (LFB) has apologised after using the term " hipsters" to describe a fire in east London. Ed Sheeran has played two sets at this year's Glastonbury Festival. A man accused of assaulting two boys in Hampshire has been found dead in prison. Great Britain can't win this year's Davis Cup as a one-man team. A convicted murderer who absconded from an open prison has been arrested. The daughter of a woman who died in a hunger strike has defended the paramilitary theme at her funeral. UK petrol and diesel prices have fallen for the first time in more than a decade. A 500-year-old Quran page is to go on display at Leeds City Museum. A 12-year-old boy tried to find his mother after the Hillsborough disaster, the inquests have heard. A new website has been launched to allow people to start or sign a petition online. Australia says it is close to allowing live cattle to be exported to China. Devon and Cornwall's police and crime commissioner (PCC) has announced he will not be seeking re-election in May. Scientists say they have made a breakthrough in the regeneration of the liver. Internet service providers need to "up its game" and "up its game", a charity has said. The government has been defeated in the House of Lords over plans to give English MPs a veto over laws. Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump has called Republican rival Lindsey Graham "a jackass". The last Concorde to take to the skies has been unveiled at a museum in Bristol. Jeremy Corbyn is on course to win the Labour leadership contest, according to a new poll. The first trailer for the new James Bond film Spectre has been released. A council has objected to George Clooney's plans to install CCTV cameras at his Oxfordshire home. The remains of a crannog have been found at a house in Monmouthshire. Tributes have been paid to a mother-of-two who was found dead at a house in Somerset. The Obama administration is in the final stages of drafting a plan to close the Guantanamo Bay prison, the White House has said. Six police officers are being investigated after the tops of a man's fingers were severed in a toilet. Liverpool have signed Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke for an undisclosed fee. The Department of Education (DEL) has announced plans to cut further education staff by more than a third. The Republic of Ireland's finance minister is to give evidence to the Irish parliament's finance committee on Thursday. A woman found dead in a Texas jail cell had tried to kill herself in the past, officials say. Shares in chipmaker Qualcomm fell more than 20% in after-hours trading after it announced plans to cut costs. People in Denbighshire are being urged to learn more about cyber security. A man accused of trying to buy deadly ricin from the dark net was "motivated" by the technology, a court has heard. The government's plan to cut the number of Army reservists by 2018 has been criticised by a former commander. The closure of Police Scotland's control room in Aberdeen is expected to be completed by the end of the year. Nasa's Kepler space telescope has spotted a new world around a distant star. David Cameron has been at St Athan for the second time. Jenson Button is set to join Williams in 2016 as a replacement for Ferrari driver Valtteri Bottas. He is one of Japan's richest men. Talks between Greece and its international creditors have been delayed until next week. The number of plastic carrier bags thrown away in the UK has risen, according to new figures. A man has been cleared of sexually abusing boys in the 1970s and 80s in Nottingham. Boojum, the Belfast-based Mexican restaurant chain, has been sold for an undisclosed sum. US President Barack Obama has called for "visible prosecutions" in Kenya, on the final day of his visit to the country. The UK's tax authority is considering new powers to target online sellers and individuals who fail to pay tax. A man has been arrested after cannabis plants were found in a warehouse in Derbyshire. Phone and broadband services between Shetland and Orkney have been restored. A US college has suspended its professorship in the name of comedian Bill Cosby amid allegations of sexual assault. The prime minister is to explore whether the UK can offer more practical counter-terrorism support to Indonesia and Malaysia. shellfish beds in Cornwall and Devon have been reopened, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has said. Afghan police officers who were held hostage by the Taliban for more than a week have been freed, officials say. Lewis Hamilton described his performance in the Hungarian Grand Prix as "one of the worst performances I've ever seen". Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to in connection with the death of two cows in Conwy county. Turkey's prime minister has defended his country's military action against Islamic State (IS) militants in Syria. The number of Bengal tigers in the wild in the Sunderbans in Bangladesh and India has fallen to its lowest level since records began. A woman has been found guilty of sexually abusing five children in the 1970s and 80s. The Open University (OU) is using data analytics to identify students who may be struggling. No charges will be brought against a vicar accused of sexually abusing a teenage girl. French police have shot dead two teenagers in a car chase in central Paris. Work has begun to prepare the Royal Navy's new aircraft carrier base in Portsmouth. A reconstruction of the face of a Copper Age man has been produced by Dundee University. Cycling is one of the world's most exciting and exciting sports. Fifa's independent chairman has denied he applied for the chairmanship of its reform taskforce. Boris Johnson has been caught on camera carrying his wife on the back of his bike. The new trust that runs Stafford Hospital has been rated "inadequate" by inspectors. An inquiry into undercover policing in England and Wales will expose "creditable and discreditable conduct", Lord Justice Pitchford has said. The story of undercover police officersinfiltrating protest groups in England and Wales has been a steady stream of allegations. Avon and Somerset's chief constable is returning to work after being found guilty of misconduct. lterlterlter has become the first woman to coach in a men's professional league. Police officers in England and Wales are earning more than £1bn in overtime payments, the BBC has learned. The UK economy grew faster than expected in the second quarter of the year, official figures have shown. A man in the US state of New Mexico has pleaded not guilty to two charges of throwing a banana peel at a police station. The US Coast Guard has expanded its search for two teenagers missing off the coast of Florida. Skegness's famous Jolly Fisherman should be replaced with a fish, an animal rights group has said. Three Russian opposition activists have gone on hunger strike after being barred from taking part in regional elections. Two people have appeared in court in Zimbabwe in connection with the killing of a lion. Bookmakers have suspended betting on Radiohead to sing the theme song for the new James Bond film Spectre. Scotland's only Labour MP has said the party can no longer turn to the "big beasts". Firefighters involved in the rescue of a rollercoaster crash at Alton Towers have said it is "probably going to be the most technical rescue they will ever carry out in their careers". A section of ceramic poppies from the "Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red" installation is to go on display in the UK for the first time. Unison has backed left-winger Jeremy Corbyn in the Labour leadership contest. The Football Association has backed Uefa president Michel Platini to become the next president of Fifa. Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott has called for an end to the country's political expenses scandal. I've been in Canada for more than a year, but I've been in the country to see how we have reached the semi-finals of the Women's World Cup. Watching a aquarium with more fish can make people happier, a study suggests. Elena and her husband are struggling to pay off their loans. The killing of a lion in Zimbabwe by a US hunter has sparked a backlash on social media. Diageo, the world's biggest spirits maker, has reported a fall in sales for Scotch whisky and American whiskey. The Russian state may have been involved in the murder of ex-Russian spy Alexander Litvinenko, the public inquiry into his death has heard. A drug used in a treatment to prevent cancer has been tested in the laboratory and in parts of the immune system taken from people with HIV. Dame Sarah Storey won her 17th gold medal at the Para-cycling World Championships with victory in the women's road race. The new Scottish Premiership season gets under way on Friday. Plans for Swansea council's new civic centre have been unveiled. Police are investigating allegations of historical child abuse at the Kids Company charity in London. Two arts directors on the Isle of Mull have been made redundant. One of the world's largest commercial tracking systems is vulnerable to attack, according to security experts. Hundreds of jobs have been lost after a Torfaen communications company went into liquidation. Reading can boost mental and physical health, according to a new report. A retired Met Police detective has been cleared of indecently assaulting a prisoner in 1986. JK Rowling's 70th birthday has been marked with a special cake. Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has denied ordering the finance minister to work on a plan of defence in the event of a national emergency. Hundreds of people have travelled to Northern Ireland in the past year. Leicester City have agreed a deal to sign France midfielder N'Golo Kante from Paris St-Germain. SPFL chief executive Neil Doncaster says there will be "as much tension" in the Championship this season as Hearts return to the Premiership. Hearts have completed the signing of Nigeria international Oshaniwa on a two-year deal. The Afghan Taliban have released an audio message from the new leader, Mullah Akhtar Mansour. A memorial to those who served in Bomber Command during World War Two is to be unveiled next month. A Colombian air force plane has crashed in the north-east of the country, killing all 12 people on board. The mother of a three-year-old boy who has gone missing in Poland has appealed for help to find him. A pilot who died in a plane crash during an aerial display at CarFest has been named. A suicide bomb attack by the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) in south-eastern Turkey has killed two police officers and injured at least 20 others, the Turkish army says. The verdict in the retrial of three al-Jazeera journalists accused of collaborating with the Muslim Brotherhood has been delayed until next month. A man has been airlifted to hospital after his Porsche was involved in a collision with a pick-up in Aberdeenshire. Chinese authorities say they have seized thousands of litres of alcohol, including Viagra, from two distillers. Dame Helen Mirren has died at the age of 83. Landlords in England will be able to evict migrants from their homes under new government plans. China's manufacturing sector contracted at its fastest pace in more than two years in July, according to a closely watched survey. The idea of a national identity card scheme has been mooted for many years. American Airlines and United Airlines have become the latest US airlines to stop transporting hunting trophies, following the killing of a lion in Zimbabwe. Luton boosted their League Two play-off hopes with victory over Bristol City. The number of people applying for loans has more than doubled in the past year, according to a bank. French customs authorities have seized a painting from a boat in the English Channel. The head of Cecil the lion in Zimbabwe has been seized by police, a conservationist has told the BBC. One of the world's rarest animals, the Hainan gibbon, is at risk of extinction, a study suggests. Former Texas Governor Rick Perry has been left out of the 10 Republican presidential candidates for the first time. A nurse who posted sexually explicit comments on Facebook has been struck off. MSPs are to question the Scottish government over claims Police Scotland broke UK surveillance rules. Germany's chief prosecutor has been sacked for treason. (Close): The FTSE 100 closed higher, with mining stocks leading the way. Wales has the highest level of superfast internet in the UK, according to a report by telecoms regulator Ofcom. A former ambulance support worker has been struck off for posting "offensive and derogatory" Facebook comments about a patient at Stafford Hospital. Google's Android operating system has released a major security update for its handsets. A prostitute who was investigated over allegations of child sexual abuse by Sir Edward Heath says she has "no involvement" with the former prime minister. Business confidence in Northern Ireland is continuing to lag the rest of the UK, according to a new report. Two of Australia's most endangered species have put an end to one of the country's biggest mining projects. The Australian government says it has turned back 46 Vietnamese asylum seekers who arrived in the country by boat. UK interest rates have been held at 0.5% by the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC). The UK's competition watchdog has accused pharmaceutical giants Pfizer and Flynn Pharma of abusing their dominant position in the market. Haiti's President Michel Martelly has been accused of insulting women at a campaign rally. Yorkshire dominated day one against Durham at Scarborough. Kilmarnock midfielder Scott Samson has left the club by mutual consent. CCTV images have been released of a man who carried out an armed robbery at a Greater Manchester supermarket. Reform of Scotland's local tax system is "always going to be difficult", according to a new report. Children's charity Kids Company was not aware of allegations of sexual abuse, the BBC has learned. A French aid worker who was kidnapped in Yemen in February has returned home. Hundreds of people have taken part in a march in memory of children's charity Kids Company. Andy Murray and his wife Kim Sears are expecting their first child. US comedian Jon Stewart has hosted his final edition of The Daily Show. Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea will not play for the first time this season, says manager Louis van Gaal. A left-wing party has accused Labour of "infiltration" the party's leadership contest. (Close): Stocks on Wall Street closed lower after a weaker-than-expected jobs report. A replica of Thunderbirds character Lady Penelope is to be auctioned to raise money for charity. Two care workers who admitted neglecting a vulnerable woman at a Birmingham care home have been given a community order. Bury have signed midfielder Michael Brown on a two-year deal following his release by MK Dons. A report into the Casement Park stadium project has called for the use of an independent mediator. Great Britain won gold in the men's 4x200m freestyle at the World Championships in Russia. BBC Newsnight's James Clayton has been looking at the migrant crisis in Europe. A man has died after his car was hit by a train in southern France. Shrewsbury came from behind to beat Bradford City in League One. One Direction's new single, Drag Me Down, has gone straight to the top of the UK singles chart. A British man has gone missing while on holiday in Bulgaria. A woman has died after being hit by a car in Greater Manchester. Labour leadership contender Jeremy Corbyn has said he would consider bringing back Clause IV of the party's constitution to public ownership. Michael Phelps set a new world record to win the 200m individual medley at the American Swimming Championships. Carphone Warehouse has said its website has been hacked. Police have clashed with protesters in Belfast city centre. All pictures are copyrighted. New Zealand Prime Minister John Key says he is "confident" the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal will be reached. US police have shot and wounded an unarmed black man in Ferguson, Missouri, on the first anniversary of the death of Michael Brown. Six people have been arrested in Burundi in connection with the murder of a general, the prosecutor's office says. It's the calm in Greece. Australia's biggest bank has set aside a further £1.2bn to cover the cost of mis-selling payment protection insurance. Children in England have the freedom to get around their local area without supervision, a study suggests. Butterflies could be at risk of extinction in England as a result of climate change, a study suggests. Scunthorpe United have signed Hull City midfielder Jack Watson on loan until the end of the season. Prime Minister David Cameron has said the UK should launch air strikes against so-called Islamic State (IS) in Syria. Two police officers accused of giving evidence about the "plebgate" affair are to face a misconduct hearing. The Premier League has signed a new five-year deal to broadcast live television in the United States. A judge in the US state of Wisconsin has ruled that two 12-year-old girls accused of stabbing a classmate are to be tried as juveniles. Peru's army says it has captured two Shining Path fighters. Iraq's parliament has approved a package of reforms aimed at reforming the country. A fatal accident inquiry into the Glasgow bin lorry crash has been told doctors should have noted a previous blackout on the driver. 14-year-old Safid has told Newsround he wants to come to the UK. Dutch investigators investigating the MH17 air disaster in eastern Ukraine say they have found missile parts. In the middle of Zimbabwe's capital, Harare, two men and a woman. Satisfaction at Welsh universities has risen, according to a national survey. Researchers in the UK and Switzerland have developed a system that builds other robots. A decanter has been donated to a museum to mark the 200th anniversary of the Highland Clearances. Security firm G4S has reported a rise in revenues for the six months to the end of June. Baroness O'Loan is one of Northern Ireland's leading human rights activists. Parents who went to a holiday camp after its director was charged with indecent images of children are to be refunded. Three Welsh Labour ministers have backed Yvette Cooper in the party's leadership contest. Two Swiss climbers have been found dead on the Matterhorn, Swiss police say. Labour leadership contender Jeremy Corbyn has launched a four-day campaign in Scotland. Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper has called for a crackdown on foreign homeownership. Tui, the UK's biggest travel company, has said it is "deeply shocked" by the Tunisia beach attack. A truck bomb has exploded in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, killing at least 30 people and wounding dozens more. A judge in Mexico has issued arrest warrants for the director of a nursery in the city of Hermosillo in 2009. The number of homes repossessed in England and Wales fell in the second quarter of the year, according to mortgage lenders. Azerbaijani human rights activist Leyla Yunus has been jailed for seven years for tax evasion. An over-tightened nut may have caused a plane to make an emergency landing, a report has found. I want to be a video game maker. Land managers in Scotland have been given guidance on how to manage dog-walking on their land. The UK is to make a formal protest to Ecuador over its refusal to extradite Julian Assange. President Barack Obama's speech to the African Union (AU) in Addis Ababa was not a surprise. A man from Swansea has broken the world record for playing bagpipes in 24 hours. Victims of abuse at a children's home in Calderdale have staged a protest at the council. Scott Allan would be a "no-brainer" to join Celtic, says former Rangers captain Barry Ferguson. Asda has become the latest supermarket to increase the price it pays to dairy farmers. Police investigating the murder of a former IRA man in Belfast have said they are "open minded" about who was responsible. Chinese authorities have confirmed that a warehouse in the port city of Tianjin contained four chemicals, including sodium cyanide. Australia's government has been accused of trying to "gag" doctors and nurses by threatening them with up to two years in prison. A shopkeeper in the western Indian city of Mumbai (Bombay) has told the BBC he fears for his life after a video of him being attacked. A 25-year-old man who raped a 15-year-old girl in a park has been jailed for 12 years. A piece of coal has been presented to the Mayor of Doncaster to mark the end of deep coal mining in South Yorkshire. Batsman Steve Smith has been named as Australia's Test captain following the retirement of Michael Clarke. In the middle of a house in Suruc, a group of family and friends are waiting for their loved ones. A man had to be rescued after becoming stuck in his thigh in Coventry. A ban on fracking in Wales remains in place, the Welsh Government has said. England suffered a crushing innings-and-209-run defeat by Australia in the Women's Ashes Test in Brisbane. The Ulster Farmers' Union (UFU) has welcomed Asda's decision to increase the price it pays for milk in Northern Ireland. Astronomers have discovered a baby Jupiter. A VJ Day service has been held at Portsmouth Cathedral. Northern Ireland's hotel industry has been urged to work together to boost tourism. Scottish Labour leader Kezia Dugdale has urged party members to give her a chance by listening to her arguments. Christmas lights in Caerphilly town centres have been cancelled because of council cuts. A man has been taken to hospital after falling from a balcony in Brighton. An appeal to raise money for the family of a four-year-old girl who died after becoming trapped in a lift has raised more than £10,000. Tributes have been paid to a 21-year-old motorcyclist who died in a crash in Lancashire. A pair ofBee-eaters have hatched chicks at a quarry in County Durham. The former speaker of Myanmar's opposition party Shwe Mann has met with President Thein Sein. Scientists and academics have criticised the Scottish government's plan to ban the cultivation of genetically modified (GM) crops. The Welsh government has been criticised by business leaders for not doing enough to boost the economy. Dawid Malan's 150 helped Middlesex to a five-wicket One-Day Cup win over Glamorgan at Lord's. Work has begun on two of Dundee's Waterfront projects. A charity event is to be held in memory of two teenagers injured in the Alton Towers rollercoaster crash. Councillors in East Renfrewshire are to meet to discuss some of the major infrastructure projects being funded by the Glasgow and Clyde Valley City Deal. Port Vale beat West Brom on penalties to reach the second round of the EFL Cup. David Cameron has been photographed eating Pringles on a flight. The number of critical care patients being discharged from hospital in Wales has risen, according to a new report. The Irish government is to end its Certificate of Irish Heritage after less than two years. For more than 50 years, Burmese man Aung San Sarlan was living in a refugee camp in the north-eastern Indian city of Moreh. The railway line between Sheffield and Doncaster has reopened after being closed due to a fire at a toy factory. Scientists at Glasgow University have developed a new way to tackle sea lice. The trustee of a project to save Cardigan Castle has resigned. The owners of a former hospital in Denbighshire have been told they will not have to pay a £1m bill for repairs. A cafe where April Jones was abducted and murdered has been criticised for a "humorous" sign. The UK and France are to hold talks on the migrant crisis in Calais later. US scientists say they have found a new way to repel mosquitoes. In the aftermath of the deadly bombing at the Erawan Shrine in Bangkok, the government has taken control of the area. Former Dundee United midfielder Jon Daly says he would consider signing for Dundee United. A new vein of Blue John has been discovered in the Peak District. Danish brewer Carlsberg has warned that its full-year profits will be lower than expected. Lord Coe has been elected president of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). Pupils in Wales have achieved the top A* and A* grades in A*-C. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Farai Sevenzo considers the state of East Africa. Human remains have been found on a motorway slip road, police have said. A large fire has broken out at a school in West Yorkshire. Manchester City have signed defender Nicolas Otamendi from Deportivo La Coruna for an undisclosed fee. The Northern Ireland Assembly's finance committee has received a letter from the government about the sale of Nama's Northern Ireland loan portfolio. Adama Traore has been left out of the Guinea squad for next month's Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Morocco. The number of top A* and C grades in England has fallen. Labour could split if Jeremy Corbyn wins the party, shadow home secretary Yvette Cooper has said. Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to after a 12-year-old girl was sexually assaulted in Bristol. Labour has been accused of trying to take legal action over claims non-Labour supporters will be barred from taking part in the election. Nasa's Curiosity rover has taken another picture of the surface of Mars. A pair of 18th Century cups and saucers have been stolen from a house. Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has said he "regretsarachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachnearachne (Close): London's FTSE 100 index has fallen for a ninth day in a row as global stock markets continued to fall. An 11-year-old Canadian boy's apology has been shared on social media. There is a "growing crisis" of low pay and poor conditions in Scotland, according to a charity. Former England fast bowler Chris Tremlett has announced his retirement from cricket. Plans to downgrade maternity services in north Wales have been unveiled. A French politician has launched a petition calling for all school meals to be vegetarian. Two 12-year-old girls accused of stabbing a schoolgirl to death in the US state of Wisconsin have pleaded not guilty. Items belonging to the Windrush generation have gone on display at the Nottingham Carnival. Great Britain's Sarah Murray has qualified for the final of the women's epee at the British Championships. Brighton maintained their 100% start to the Championship season with victory at Ipswich. A man has been arrested after two men died when their car left the road and hit a tree in Stoke-on-Trent. Police are treating the death of a 73-year-old man in Saltcoats as suspicious. England captain Chris Robshaw said his side "let themselves down" in the first half of their World Cup warm-up defeat by France. Rangers moved seven points clear at the top of the Championship with a comfortable win at 10-man Queen of the South. The PSNI is to launch 26 new neighbourhood policing teams (LPTs) in Northern Ireland. Human remains have been found on a motorway slip road, police have said. A four-year-old boy has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car in North Lanarkshire. Sri Lanka batsman Kumar Sangakkara has retired from Test cricket. Prince Charles has paid tribute to those who died in World War One. Britain's Katherine Belcher won silver in the K1 200m at the Canoe Slalom World Championships in Milan. Italy's Vincenzo Nibali has been disqualified from the Vuelta a Espana after crashing on stage two. British driver Justin Wilson has died after a serious crash in Sunday's Indianapolis 500. A group of fishermen have been rescued after their boat capsized off the coast of Prestwick. Scientists say they have made a "leap forward" in the search for a universal flu jab. A Cardiff man has posted a picture of himself with a colostomy bag on social media. Politicians are often called populists. The chief executive of Ashley Madison, the infidelity dating site, appears to have been the victim of the hack. A girl has been seriously injured after being attacked by a dog. A murder investigation has been launched after a man died following an assault in Sheffield. Algeria midfielder Rachid Mbolhi has joined Turkish side Trabzonspor for an undisclosed fee. One of the victims of Friday's terror attack on a Thalys train has spoken for the first time about members of the train's staff. Trams have opened to the public for the first time in more than two years. Joel Gibbard has won the UK Engineering Prize for his prosthetic hand. Popes and archbishops have been accused of sending out the wrong message about child sex abuse in Australia. Tickets for Banksy's new exhibition in Weston-super-Mare have gone on sale. Police searching for a missing man have launched a national appeal for information. A company in the US has developed a prosthetic hand that can be fitted to amputees. A man accused of carrying out an acid attack on a woman has told a court he did not want to do the attack. Vulnerable adults in England and Wales are being held without appropriate adults, a report has found. A time capsule containing a bottle and a newspaper have been unearthed during construction work on a new bridge. The head of India's central bank has told the BBC he is concerned about the "immensely burden" of central banks. A man and his dog have been rescued from a tree in Greater Manchester. Celtic manager Ronny Deila said his side looked "frightened and scared" as they were knocked out of the Champions League by Malmo. Two foreign soldiers have been killed in an insider attack in southern Afghanistan, the US military says. A second man has been charged in connection with an attack on a pregnant woman in south-east London. The father of a girl injured in a coach crash in Belgium has said she is still "emotionally not quite right". Thousands of people in the Brazilian town of Tomatina are celebrating its 70th anniversary. On the edge of Leyburn, in the north-east of England, there is a blue and white backdrop. Plans for a new visitor centre at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) have been unveiled. The number of teacher vacancies in the north of Scotland has been widely reported. Hundreds of jobs are to go at Tata's steelmaking plant in Newport. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Farai Sevenzo looks at the history of comforters. Californians used less water in July than in the same month last year, according to official figures. The leader of Pakistan's restive Balochistan province has said he is prepared to hold peace talks with the military. It's been a year since the Scottish independence referendum. The new owner of one of Scotland's last remaining shipyards has said he wants to create more than 1,000 jobs. A lorry has overturned on the M1 in County Armagh. A gull has been shot in the head with an airgun in Dumfries. A spectacular display of the Northern Lights has been captured on camera in Scrabster Harbour. A public inquiry is to be held into plans for holiday lodges at Warwick Castle. A great-grandfather who escaped from custody more than 40 years ago has been jailed for three years. The number of new Individual Savings Accounts (Isas) has fallen to its lowest level in a decade. The mother of a four-year-old boy who was crushed by a barbecue on a beach has said she felt helpless. US aerospace giant Boeing has developed a laser that can be used to track and destroy a drone. Rescuers in Libya are searching for bodies after two boats capsized on Thursday. Aberdeen have signed Liverpool right-back Ryan McLaughlin on loan until the end of the season. gritters in Gloucestershire have resumed their service for the winter. When Dom Dwyer was a child, he was playing at Queens Park Rangers. Chinese authorities have arrested seven people for "spreading fake information" about the stock market, state media report. The European Union is struggling to cope with the influx of migrants. Jeremy Corbyn has been accused of being "out of touch" for comparing the death of Osama Bin Laden to the 9/11 attacks. A murder investigation has been launched after a man's body was found in a car in Derbyshire. "I'm a mouse race" is among the most bizarre calls made by councils in England and Wales, according to the Local Government Association. Two people have been arrested after a sheep painted on a street in Wrexham. Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea's proposed move to Real Madrid has collapsed. Plans to expand a wind farm in Greater Manchester have been given the go-ahead by councillors. UK mortgage approvals rose to their highest level in more than two years in July, official figures show. A fundraising page set up by a man who died during a triathlon has raised more than £12,500. A former ambulance officer has been jailed for sexually assaulting a teenage girl. A county clerk in the US state of Kentucky has refused to issue marriage licences to gay couples. Pope Francis has announced that all Roman Catholic priests will be allowed to forgiveness for abortion. The HS2 high-speed rail project is planning a "huge number" of weekend closures, campaigners say. A Dundee company has admitted health and safety breaches after a worker died from chemical burns. An army mascot from Derbyshire has been promoted to the rank of a regiment's mascot. The Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) has said it will take "unilateral action" if the government does not intervene in the crisis in Northern Ireland. Scotland scrum-half Hamilton has been left out of Vern Cotter's World Cup squad. A man's body has been found in a harbour in Aberdeenshire. The bodies of three Syrian migrants have been found on a beach in Turkey after their boats capsized. The Co-operative Group has warned that full-year profits will be lower than expected. Hungary has said it will not allow migrants to leave its country without registering. A hospital is using international help to cope with a shortage of nurses. Nicola Sturgeon has said she is "angry" at the UK government's "walk-on-by" approach to the refugee crisis. It's 60 years since artificial intelligence was coined. Authorities in Florida are searching for a boa constrictor that has escaped from a home in Orlando. A group of football fans has lost their bid to force West Ham to move into the Olympic Stadium. A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a woman was stabbed in Caernarfon. Plans for a seven-day NHS in England have been criticised by one of the country's leading health experts. The US justice department has announced new rules that require federal agencies to have a search warrant. Wales wing George North says he is aiming to score more tries in the World Cup. Gareth Bale says qualifying for Euro 2016 would be the "best thing" Wales have achieved. Eoin Morgan starred with bat and ball as England beat Australia by seven wickets to take an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match one-day series. Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott has defended his country's migrant policy after criticism from the New York Times. A 12-year-old girl who went missing from her home has been found safe and well, police have said. Plans for a "smart" motorway on the M4 in Berkshire have been unveiled. Former Ulster Unionist leader Lord Alderdice has said it would be unwise to set up the Independent Monitoring Commission (IMC). The husband of a woman found stabbed to death at her home has appeared in court. Scientists have developed a genetic test that can predict who is ageing rapidly. Two men who claim to have found a Nazi train buried in Poland have said they are not responsible for the "media uproar". Four men have admitted their part in the Hatton Garden safe deposit raid. Wales have won the Euro 2016 finals for the first time in their history. It's not every day you're in Chelmsford. exploratory drilling for oil and gas in Pembrokeshire has been given the go-ahead by Natural Resources Wales. Hundreds of migrants have escaped from a railway station in the Hungarian capital, Budapest. US military police are investigating an annual pillow fight at West Point in which dozens of cadets were injured. New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady says he is "sorry" the NFL had to endure the 'deflate-gate' scandal. Lewis Hamilton headed team-mate Nico Rosberg and Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel in final practice at the Italian Grand Prix. Work has begun on a 1950s bowling pavilion in County Durham. Scotland's hopes of qualifying for the Euro 2016 finals in Russia have been dealt a blow. The BBC is to launch an "ideas service" to make Britain the "greatest cultural force in the world". In the middle of a house in west Belfast, the Japanese Society is a hive of activity. Scotland head coach Vern Cotter says his side are "getting better" ahead of the World Cup. The bodies of 43 Mexican trainee teachers who went missing in September have been found. Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott has been urged to do more to help refugees. A Palestinian mother who was seriously injured in an arson attack on her home in the occupied West Bank has died in hospital. The European Commission has announced a multi-million pound aid package for Northern Ireland's dairy industry. Bath & North East Somerset Council is to hold a referendum on the idea of a directly elected mayor. A County Tyrone woman who was shot five years ago has said she wants to return to the country. An investigation has been launched into claims a parking control company changed the timestamps on photos. Police forces in Wales and the Dyfed-Powys have warned they could face cuts of up to 40% over the next five years. Scientists have shed light on the origins of one of Europe's most isolated people. Germany's government has been urged to do more to cope with the influx of asylum seekers. Two north Wales hospitals have improved their food-hygiene rates following an outbreak of Clostridium difficile. Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny has been ruled out of the World Cup with a serious knee injury. Northern Ireland Secretary Theresa Villiers has announced that the Northern Ireland Executive will be able to borrow £700m to pay off a redundancy scheme. Have you ever wondered why a British drone has dropped a missile on a group of so-called Islamic State fighters in Syria? A new MRI scanner has been installed at the Children's Hospital in Belfast. Gateshead maintained their unbeaten start to the National League season with victory over Wrexham. The remains of Kevin McKee, one of the Disappeared, have been formally identified as those of Seamus Wright and Kevin McKee. Wales scrum-half Rhys Webb has been ruled out of the World Cup with a knee injury. A competition to find the world's heaviest tomato is to be held in North Yorkshire. Yorkshire's Jon Onions took five wickets as Durham dominated day one against Nottinghamshire at Trent Bridge. The education and training of prisoners in England and Wales is to be examined by the justice secretary. A police officer has been arrested in connection with an alleged plot to kidnap a police officer. The schoolroom in the Bekaa refugee camp is a hive of activity. Red Bull have confirmed they are no longer interested in supplying engines from Mercedes. Odion Ighalo scored twice as Watford beat Newcastle to move off the bottom of the Premier League. European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker has unveiled plans to relocate 160,000 refugees across the EU. More than 100,000 cigarettes and tobacco have been seized in Grimsby. (Close): London's leading shares closed higher on Wednesday. A writer has said he was forced to cover up promotional material at a WI fair because he was "running an adult shop". The number of children in poverty in Wales has more than doubled in the past decade, a charity has said. Hundreds of people have protested against Sports Direct's use of zero-hour contracts. Bristol City manager Paul Sturrock says he is "shocked" by the club's injury crisis. Birmingham City beat Chelsea Ladies to reach the Women's FA Cup semi-finals. Labour leadership candidate Andy Burnham has said his campaign has "stay true to our values and competitive right to the end of the race". Japanese shares traded lower on Friday as investors remained cautious ahead of next week's US rate rise. The European Court of Justice has ruled that mobile workers who had to travel to or from their first and last jobs should be counted as work. A man has been jailed for life for trying to behead a man in a Poundland store. Fire crews have finished their work at the scene of the Shoreham air disaster. The SNP and Scottish Labour have won two seats in the Edinburgh North and Leith by-election. Lionel Messi scored his first La Liga goal of the season as Barcelona came from behind to beat Atletico Madrid. The response time to a fire in Suffolk missed the target of 11 minutes, it has emerged. The brother of a Scottish aid worker murdered in Syria has said he is "just one among many". Passengers on a bus in London have been singing the national anthem. Thirteen people have been charged in connection with a slavery investigation at traveller sites in Lincolnshire. Beth Mead has signed a new contract with Women's Super League One side Sunderland Ladies. A man has been arrested and charged in connection with the seizure of firearms in Edinburgh. World champion Justin Gatlin won the 100m at the Diamond League meeting with a time of 10.99. France's honorary consul in the Turkish town of Bodrum has been accused of selling supplies to migrants. unfinished rooms at Swansea University's new campus have been left unfinished. A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of a man whose body was found in a park in Leeds. British astronaut Tim Peake has returned to Earth after a six-day mission. A man has been threatened with a knife during an aggravated burglary at a house in west Belfast. A murder investigation has been launched after the body of a 23-year-old man was found in Aberdeen. Police are treating the death of a man in west Belfast as murder. More than 1,000 homes have been destroyed by wildfires in northern California. New Zealand's Lydia Ko has become the youngest player to win the Women's British Open at Woburn. A rider has died after crashing at a race track in Suffolk. Cuban police have detained more than 100 dissidents during a protest in the capital, Havana. Aberdeen's appeal against Niall Hayes' red card in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Celtic has been rejected. Northern Ireland's political parties are in crisis. Actress Helen Williams has returned to the Miss America competition for the first time in 32 years. Liza Minnelli has cancelled two concerts in the UK. US Attorney General Loretta Lynch has said the investigation into Fifa is "not limited". Malcolm Turnbull has been sworn in as Australia's prime minister following the ousting of Tony Abbott. One of the world's most powerful Earth observation satellites has returned its first images. House prices in the South East of England have continued to rise, official figures show. Scientists say they have found a way to repair the scarring of the heart after a heart attack. West Ham have been ordered to reveal the details of their tenancy agreement at the Olympic Stadium. "Yes" was the mantra of the Scottish independence referendum campaign. The US has condemned North Korea's decision to restart a nuclear reactor at its Yongbyon complex. The HS2 high-speed rail project should be abandoned, an MP has said. Jeremy Corbyn and David Cameron have taken part in their first Prime Minister's Questions. Israel's prime minister has promised a "very fierce and punitive" response to the death of a 17-year-old boy. US tech giant Hewlett-Packard has announced plans to cut 5,000 jobs over the next three years. Plans for a new transport centre in Oxford have been unveiled. Malaysian police say they have found the body of an oil drum in a river in Kuala Lumpur. Sri Lanka has rejected a UN call for a special court to investigate alleged war crimes during the country's civil war. Plans for a water park and a hotel have been given the go-ahead. Renault has told Formula 1 that it is "over" to supply engines. West Ham have agreed to pay up to £2.5m a year to play at the Olympic Stadium. If you were in the Victorian fairground, you would be able to take part in the ring. Former Wales rugby captain Gareth Edwards has been made a CBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours list. In a classroom at Singapore State University (SMU), a group of students are sitting down for a lecture. A wine bar has been fined £20,000 after a teenager was left in a coma after drinking a cocktail containing liquid nitrogen. Lionel Richie is to perform in Las Vegas for the first time in his career. heroin with an estimated street value of £5m was hidden in a speaker in a car, a court has heard. Highland Council has said it is committed to providing "appropriate access" to technology in schools. ScotRail has launched an "unprecedented" nationwide recruitment drive to create up to 100 new train drivers. A new portrait of Mozart has been unveiled in the UK. Derbyshire have released all-rounders Ben Milnes, Tom Lewis and Tom McKay. Eight puppies have been stolen from a house in West Lothian. Thousands of people in central Chile have been evacuated from their homes after a powerful earthquake. A British teenager is taking legal action against an Italian party after it used a photo of him in a campaign leaflet. The SNP has won a by-election in South Ayrshire. A Japanese otter is to be reintroduced to the wild in the Isle of Skye. A memorial to a teenager who drowned in the River Avon is to be installed. Glamorgan batsman Ben Wright has left the club by mutual consent. The late BBC broadcaster Gerry Anderson has been inducted into the Irish Radio Industry's (PPI) hall of fame. A man wanted in connection with the murder of Swansea man David Warburton has been arrested. China has criticised Japan's decision to allow its military to fight overseas for the first time in 70 years. West Brom manager Tony Pulis said Saido Berahino was "desperate" to play in the 1-0 win over Aston Villa. The Church of England has appointed its first female bishop. John O'Flynn's injury-time equaliser earned 10-man Crusaders a point against Coleraine at Seaview. US author Jackie Collins has died at the age of 67, her family has said. Councils in England are failing to replace more than half of their homes sold under the government's Right to Buy scheme, according to housing charity Shelter. Labour will commit to a "clear plan" for a "fully integrated" railway in public ownership, leader Jeremy Corbyn has said. A man has appeared in court charged with two counts of attempted murder. Police in England and Wales are being urged to be "properly trained" to investigate domestic abuse. Romelu Lukaku scored twice as Everton came from two goals down to beat West Brom at The Hawthorns. If you're in the race for the Republican presidential nomination, you're going to go to a group of groupings. Russian President Vladimir Putin has said his country will not be involved in any conflict in Syria. The shortlist for this year's World Tree of the Year competition has been announced. Belfast City Council has recommended a site for the BBC's new headquarters in the city centre. Airbus is to receive £2.7m from the Welsh government. Scotland goalkeeper Gemma Fay says she considered retiring from international football after the Women's World Cup. Shares in Volkswagen have fallen sharply after the German carmaker was forced to recall half a million cars in the US. Taxpayers should pay for the NHS and social care in England, Lib Dem leader Norman Lamb has said. Steve McClair is considering the future of the Scottish Football Association's Performance Schools project. Thousands of people will be able to watch a light festival in London next year, it has been announced. Scientists in Switzerland have developed a robot that can control the heartbeat of a car. Salford Red Devils have released half-back Rangi Chase, captain Adam Hansen and full-back Luke Fages. EU leaders are meeting in Brussels to discuss the migrant crisis. Shares in China fell after a closely watched survey indicated that the country's manufacturing sector was continuing to shrink. China will "never close its open door to the outside world", President Xi Jinping has said. Maxine Peake, Lucas and Elaine Paige are to star in a BBC adaptation of Shakespeare's The Dream. If you're going to a big event, you're likely to find yourself in person. Mohamed is a 20-year-old man. The home of author John Fowles is to open to the public for the first time in more than 50 years. Jeremy Corbyn has said he is "very much in favour" of scrapping the benefit cap. A body has been found in the search for a man who went missing off the coast of Cornwall. An Australian woman has named a "Bear Grylls" after she hit a koala head-first in a car grill. Hundreds of people have protested against plans for a biomass plant in Norwich. The treasurer of the Rangers Supporters' Association Boys Club has been given a community payback order after embezzling more than £100,000. For years, Northern Ireland's political system has been criticised by many. Wales is "paying the price" for renewable energy, a leading energy expert has said. It's a big day for the virtual reality industry. separatists in eastern Ukraine have ordered UN agencies to leave the rebel-held region of Luhansk, the UN humanitarian chief says. Sophie Raworth, the presenter of BBC Watchdog Daily and Test House, is to join the show's new line-up. Plans to make all pupils in England study five traditional subjects at GCSE have been criticised by the chief inspector of schools. Scotland scrum-half Ryan Pyrgos says it is a "great opportunity" to captain the team at the World Cup. US House Speaker John Boehner has announced he will step down at the end of October. US President Barack Obama and Chinese President Xi Jinping have signed a cyber security deal. A fuel company has been fined £20,000 after a worker was crushed to death by two pallets of coal. Eurotunnel has said it is unable to sell tickets to non-reserved customers because of increased security measures. Volunteers are searching for the remains of a beach in Gower. The smoking ban has "destroyed more communities than any pit closure", a UKIP parliamentary candidate has said. A woman who was seriously injured in a motorway crash which killed her friend has said she wants to help others. Gaia, a science reporter, has been named as the winner of this year's Winton Prize. Plans for a new social housing development on a site at the centre of a housing scandal have been recommended for approval. Olympic champion Laura Trott produced a superb display to win the women's individual pursuit title at the British Track Championships. Rochdale missed the chance to move into the League One play-off places as they were beaten by Bradford. John Sheridan's first game in charge of Newport County ended in a draw against Exeter City. Hundreds of people have attended a public consultation on plans to improve the A40 in Oxfordshire. A man has been arrested after a woman was sexually assaulted in Cardiff city centre. Laura Trott won her second gold medal of the British Track Championships with victory in the women's scratch. Junior doctors in England are to be balloted on strike action in a row over a new contract. Linfield came from behind to beat Glenavon 4-3 and go top of the Irish Premiership. Crystal Palace striker Yannick Bolasie is worth more than £5m. Jeremy Corbyn's "marrow moment" has been described as a "marrow moment". A man who was shot in the leg in Rhondda Cynon Taff has died. British troops are to be sent to Somalia and South Sudan to help maintain peace and development, David Cameron has said. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Silicon Valley for the first time. Is it snowing? A man has died after getting into difficulty in the sea off the coast of Cornwall. SDLP MLA Colum Eastwood has announced he will challenge the party's leader, Alasdair McDonnell. More than 100 jobs could be lost at Tata's Shotton plant in Flintshire, a union has said. Russia's ambassador to Poland, Pavel Andreyev, has said he will not retract comments he made about the start of World War Two. David Cameron is "proud" of what the government has done with free school meals, Downing Street has said. Barcelona missed the chance to go top of La Liga as they were beaten at Sevilla. Nepal's government says it will stop issuing permits to people with disabilities to climb Mount Everest. Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt has invited junior doctors' leaders to meet this week to see if they could take industrial action. Chelsea were knocked out of the Champions League in the second round by Porto. Porsche is being sued by the daughter of Hollywood actor Paul Walker, who died in a car crash in California last year. The Beatles' first manager, Epstein, has been sold at auction for £240,000. Rolls-Royce's research and development could be put at risk in Derby, the Unite union has said. "It's a good day for me," says Mohammed, as he prepares to rebuild a dry-stone wall in the Mourne mountains. Volkswagen says it has sold thousands of new cars in the US and Spain because of the emissions scandal. A legal challenge to the election of Orkney and Shetland MP Alistair Carmichael is to be heard. A boxer has said she will never return to Team Wales after being barred from competing. Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams will not face charges over the murder of Jean McConville, the Public Prosecution Service (PPS) has said. A father and son have appeared in court charged with the murder of a man in County Fermanagh. A man died after being shot with a Taser by a police officer, an inquest has heard. Gatwick has accused the Airports Commission of a " feeble public relations effort" to undermine its work on airport expansion. David Beckham has joined forces with an air ambulance doctor who rescued victims of a rollercoaster crash. German media group Axel Springer has bought a majority stake in digital news site Business Insider. The UK is to help Jamaica build a new prison in the island. The launch of the latest Call of Duty video game has been criticised for setting up a fictional attack in Singapore. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Farai Sevenzo considers the importance of the United Nations. A Native American tribe in South Dakota is planning to open a marijuana resort. Serial, the popular US murder podcast, is to be turned into a TV series. A giant panda at Hong Kong's Ocean Park is due to give birth to a cub. Scotland's hopes of reaching the World Cup quarter-finals suffered a blow as they were beaten by South Africa in Durban. Volunteers in Northern Ireland are trying to save the lives of young bats. Alliance Trust has announced a major shake-up of the company. The number of people seeking help for social care in England has more than doubled in a year, figures show. Pakistan's tour of Bangladesh has been cancelled because of security concerns, says Cricket Pakistan chairman Wasim Khan. Scottish councils have pledged to take in Syrian refugees "immediately", according to local government body Cosla. Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho should apologise to former team doctor Eva Carneiro, says Football Association chairman Greg Dyke. Wales coach Warren Gatland says he will be "neutral" for Saturday's World Cup match against Australia at Twickenham. US anti-abortion activist Troy Newman has lost his appeal against his visa cancellation. GPs in England are being offered bonuses to cut the number of appointments, a BBC investigation has found. Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has been urged to close offshore detention centres for asylum seekers. Uber has criticised plans to introduce a five-minute waiting time for a taxi in London. The German city of Hamburg has passed a law that will allow owners of empty commercial properties to be compensated. Conservative MP Zac Goldsmith has been chosen as the party's candidate for the London mayoral election. Plans to turn Perth Concert Hall into a food hall have been thrown into doubt. A software program that infects vulnerable home routers has been discovered by security firm Symantec. A survivor of the Hillsborough disaster has told the inquests he was asked to change his statement. Former Prime Minister David Cameron has said the UK's involvement in Syria has been "disastrous". Scotland will not go out "half-hearted" to beat South Africa, says centre Tim Visser. A woman has been cleared of having sex with a 15-year-old boy. Ukrainian forces and pro-Russian rebels in eastern Ukraine have begun withdrawing weapons from the line of contact. The Metropolitan Police has been ordered to pay damages to two teenagers who were wrongly arrested and falsely imprisoned. Olympic swimming champion Rebecca Adlington has officially opened a £1m sports centre in Reading. US President Barack Obama has ordered an investigation into an air strike on a hospital in Afghanistan. Sunderland manager Dick Advocaat has left the Premier League club by mutual consent. cult film Lethal Weapon is to be turned into a TV series by Fox. Chinese police have arrested a man who set a new world record for the fastest lap around the capital, Beijing, state media report. One of the UK's leading business figures has told the BBC that leaving the European Union would be a "great opportunity". Three of the world's most important scientific discoveries have been celebrated in the journal Science. The owner of a new whisky distillery in the Scottish Borders has said he wants to "catch up" with Scotch. Two men have been charged in connection with the theft of £50,000 worth of biscuits from a south Wales factory. Hong Kong's education system is failing ethnic minorities, according to a new study. South African athlete Oscar Pistorius has lost his bid to be released from prison on house arrest. One of the world's most famous cheetahs has been shot dead in Botswana. High Street baker Greggs has reported a rise in sales for the three months to the end of September. Two Italian senators have been suspended for a day for making an obscene gesture in the Senate. Police have released CCTV images of two people they want to trace after a teenager was attacked on a train in Glasgow. Police have released a CCTV image of a taxi driver they want to speak to in connection with an attempted kidnap. The European Union has accused Russia of violating its airspace over the Syrian border on Saturday. A surf lagoon in north Wales has been closed for the rest of the season due to a "serious fault". A man has been jailed for life for murdering an 82-year-old woman at her home in Norwich. A 73-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of historical sex offences. Six Ospreys players have taken part in recycling collections in Swansea. Two Sussex Police officers who filmed themselves near the Shoreham air crash have been sacked. A human rights activist from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been named as the winner of the Martin Ennals Award. When Ben Foster was approached by a Rangers fan in the early hours of the morning, he was told that he was the worst player in the club's history. Singapore has asked retailers to remove paper and paper products from firms accused of contributing to the haze caused by forest fires in Indonesia. Brewer SABMiller has rejected a new takeover offer from rival Anheuser-Busch InBev. A new Welsh-medium school is to be built in Denbighshire. John McGuinness is one of the world's fastest motorcyclists. Actor Brian Blessed has revealed he helped save the life of a woman who had given birth. The so-called Islamic State (IS) has launched its own propaganda channel via the encrypted messaging app Telegram. US President Barack Obama has apologised to Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) over the bombing of its hospital in Afghanistan, killing 42 people. Chris Gunter believes Wales can qualify for Euro 2016. Islamic State (IS) has been accused of using chemical weapons against Kurdish fighters in northern Iraq. Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) MLA Edwin Poots has said he does not like doing business with Sinn Féin. The inquest into the death of a mother-of-two, Sarah Bevan, has raised questions about the mental health of women. The Dismaland theme park has been donated to a refugee camp. Chesterfield midfielder Oumar Gnanduillet has signed a new two-and-a-half-year contract with the League One club. A former All-Ireland football player has appeared in court charged with stealing more than £500,000. MK Dons have signed Queens Park Rangers midfielder George Taft on loan until the end of the season. Barcelona and Argentina footballer Lionel Messi will stand trial on tax fraud charges, a Spanish court has ruled. Chelsea Ladies beat Glasgow City in the first leg of their Women's Champions League semi-final. Libya's rival parliaments have reacted angrily to the UN's proposal for a unity government. Police in the western Indian city of Mumbai (Bombay) have arrested a man who was seen walking with his wife's severed head. New Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says the club are "not the best team in the world". David Cameron is to hold talks with Angela Merkel in Downing Street later. Northern Ireland have qualified for the Euro 2016 finals for the first time. Wales were knocked out of the World Cup in the quarter-finals by Australia. Russian government plans to block public access to a database listing officials' ownership of property could make it harder to tackle money-laundering, anti-corruption campaigners say. Tickets for BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2015 in Belfast have sold out quickly. Archaeologists have discovered the first Ice Age tools in Scotland about 3,000 years earlier than previously thought. Star Wars actor Warwick Davis has described the theft of his touring caravan as "rotters". More than 100 jobs are to go at a chemical plant in Merthyr Tydfil. Arsenal Ladies beat Birmingham City to reach the Women's FA Cup final. Sunderland have appointed Sam Allardyce as their new manager on a two-and-a-half-year contract. Airdrieonians moved into the Scottish League Two play-off places with victory over Elgin City. The French Football Federation has launched an appeal against Uefa president Michel Platini's ban from all football-related activity. Ireland overcame the loss of fly-half Johnny Sexton and lock Paul O'Connell to beat France and reach the World Cup quarter-finals. England's Matthew Fitzpatrick will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Dubai Desert Classic. The last flying Vulcan bomber has taken to the skies over Greater Manchester. Leeds Rhinos coach Brian McDermott says winning the Super League Grand Final gave his side an edge. Spain's Dani Pedrosa won his first MotoGP race of the season with victory in the Japanese Grand Prix. Newcastle has been hailed a "huge success" after hosting the Rugby World Cup. Albania qualified for Euro 2016 with a comfortable win over Armenia. Uganda has ordered all foreign troops to leave South Sudan by the end of the month. Lancashire's police and crime commissioner has warned the force could be at risk because of budget cuts. Google has given a reward to a student who was allowed to take over the Google.com web domain. Northampton Town's George Toney says he has been "a little bit of homesickness" since joining Newcastle on a season-long loan. Plans for a new cycle lane in Cardiff have been unveiled. A 19-year-old man who was stabbed to death at a bar in south-west London has been named by police. An open letter has been sent to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). American author Tyler Tyler is the favourite to win this year's Man Booker Prize. Motherwell have appointed Mark McGhee as their new manager. China's imports fell by more than expected in September, according to official figures. On Thursday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Facebook's chief executive Mark Zuckerberg at a townhall in Silicon Valley. Brewer Anheuser-Busch InBev has agreed a deal to buy rival SABMiller. Playboy, the world's biggest magazine, has announced that it will no longer feature nudity. Former Strictly Come Dancing host Sir Bruce Forsyth is to return to the BBC. Jennifer Lawrence has written an essay about her decision not to fight for more money in Hollywood. The number of Syrian refugees arriving in the UK is "much the same as it has been over the last few months", according to the UK's refugee commissioner, Richard Harrington. UKIP has lost one of its councillors in a row over the future of Manston Airport. SeaWorld in San Diego, California, has been given permission to expand its orca facility. Labour has backed the Conservatives' plan to force future governments to run an absolute budget surplus. Former NBA star Lamar Odom is in a critical condition in hospital after being found unconscious at a Nevada brothel. Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall will visit Australia and New Zealand in November, Kensington Palace has announced. Intel, the world's biggest maker of chips, has reported a drop in profits for the three months to the end of September. Apple has been ordered by a US court to pay damages to a university. Thousands of pharmacies in India are to shut down on Tuesday in a protest against online drug sales. China's inflation rate fell for the second month in a row in September, according to official figures. The English Football Association has been charged by Uefa over crowd trouble during England's Euro 2016 qualifier in Lithuania. Weapons found on the Isle of Coll in Argyll more than 3,000 years ago have gone on display. Nasa has announced plans to send astronauts to Mars. Bournemouth captain Tommy Elphick could be out for up to 10 weeks with an ankle injury. One of three men accused of plotting a terror attack in the UK sent a photo of a police officer to friends, a court has heard. A man who spent more than a decade in prison after being wrongly convicted of an IRA robbery has said he will continue to fight for compensation. A Michigan woman has been charged with attempted murder after firing at a shoplifter. The average price of a Premier League ticket has risen for the first time in five years. Myanmar's government has signed a peace deal with armed groups. Graffiti from the US TV series Homeland has been written in the background of scenes depicting a refugee camp in Lebanon. An unexploded World War Two mine has been found on the River Gourock in Inverclyde. Argentine President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner has condemned the murder of a transgender activist. London Underground (LU) boss Boris Johnson has said the Night Tube will be introduced "eventually". New Zealand maintained their unbeaten start to the World Cup with a seven-try victory over France in Dublin. More than one in five women in the UK have suffered a miscarriage, according to new figures. Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe has signed a new three-and-a-half-year contract with the Premier League club. A new search and rescue helicopter service has been launched in south Wales. Two men have appeared in court in Sydney charged in connection with the murder of a police worker. Two people have been killed while trying to cross the Channel Tunnel from Calais to the UK. A man has admitted making threats to kill police officers in the US. Four men have been charged in connection with an armed robbery at a petrol station in Lancashire. Scientists in the US have developed an algorithm to help robots recover from a fall. The remains of a World War Two Spitfire have been unearthed in Oxfordshire. Two Grade II-listed swimming pools and a stately home have been listed as at risk by the World Monuments Fund. An eight-year-old boy who ran a triathlon without a walking frame has been honoured at the Yorkshire Awards. Patrick McKelvie has resigned as a member of the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA). Alastair Cook's record-breaking double century put England in a strong position on day three of the first Test against Pakistan. More than half of bus services in Wales could be axed under Chancellor George Osborne's Spending Review. The UK government's decision to cut subsidies to renewable energy is a "very perverse signal", the UN's climate chief has said. A 17-year-old boy has been stabbed to death in west London. England were denied victory on the final day of the first Test against Pakistan in Sharjah. Wales coach Warren Gatland said his side were not good enough to beat South Africa in their World Cup quarter-final. Cardiff City striker Kenwyne Jones is a doubt for Sunday's Championship game against Preston. A restaurant at the O2 Arena in south-east London was evacuated after a fire broke out. A man has been seriously injured in two separate attacks in west Belfast. The government is relaunching its strategy to tackle extremism. Ireland head coach Joe Schmidt said he was "incredibly proud" of his side after they lost to Argentina. Cardiff City's winless start to the season continued as they were held to a goalless draw by Bristol City. The government has announced a new strategy to tackle non-violent extremism in the UK. A Northern Ireland delegation has arrived in Colombia for peace talks with the country's largest rebel group, the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (Farc). The number of people visiting a sculpture of ceramic poppies in Leeds has more than doubled in a year. The family of a teacher stabbed to death in her classroom have called for an independent inquiry into her death. Irish Strictly Come Dancing star Brendan O'Donnell has said his nerves were "ridiculous". In the middle of the streets of South Sudan's capital, Malakal, there is a familiar sight. The owner of a comedy club in the US state of Texas says he has no idea what to do with the business. The offensive by Syrian government forces on the northern city of Aleppo last week has raised questions about Iran's involvement in the war. Facebook has asked the High Court in the Republic of Ireland to rule on how it transfers data to the US. Former world number one Luke Donald has been named as the new ambassador of the British Masters at The Grove. The jury in the trial of a man accused of murdering his lover has retired to consider its verdict. Millions of older people in England are struggling with everyday tasks, a report says. Former Conservative Party chairman Lord Ashcroft is recovering in hospital after suffering septic shock while writing a book about David Cameron. A bronze sculpture believed to have been stolen from an Indian temple is to be returned to a Singapore museum. Martha Cooper and Henry Chalfant were the first graffiti artists to work in New York. Singer Phil Collins has confirmed that Joni Mitchell is recovering from a traumatic brain injury. The government is launching a campaign to encourage more people to get a pension plan. Canada has resumed imports of beef from the European Union, following a ban on imports from the EU. Bradford has been named the UK's Curry Capital of Britain. Northern Ireland performance coach Ian Macphee says he is "proud" and "disappointed" Scotland failed to qualify for Euro 2016. Fire crews have issued a safety warning after two hoverboards caught fire in London. An opposition leader in Congo-Brazzaville has called for a halt to a referendum on the constitution. Climbers have climbed the summits of two of St Kilda's highest sea stacks. Kenya's security forces are failing to reintegrate hundreds of young people who have been fighting in the country, a report by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) says. A collection of films by Richard Attenborough are expected to fetch up to £10,000 at auction. A school placed in special measures by Ofsted is to close. Charlton Athletic manager Guy Luzon says he is not worried about his future ahead of Saturday's Championship game against MK Dons. A man has been charged with indecent assault. New Zealand survived a second-half fightback from South Africa to reach the World Cup final. CIA Director John Brennan has been accused of hacking into his private email account. The family of a British woman who was found dead at an airport in Istanbul last month have said she acted alone. City Square could be closed to traffic under plans being considered by Leeds City Council. Nigeria's Amos Adamu is being investigated by Fifa's ethics committee. Relatives of those who died in the Clutha helicopter crash in Glasgow have said there is "no resolution" to the tragedy. Mexican authorities say they have arrested seven people in connection with the escape of drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman last month. A 95-year-old man who phoned a BBC radio show about his life has been taken to the studio. Vauxhall is investigating reports that some of its Zafira B cars have caught fire. Prosecutors should be given the final decision on whether to prosecute drivers who cause the death of a cyclist, the former director of public prosecutions has said. China's state schools are "leading the way" with maths and science, says one of the UK's leading education experts. Leinster came from behind to beat Glasgow Warriors in the Pro12 at the RDS. Howler monkeys appear to have one of the largest voices in their genitals. India's Sahitya Akademi, the country's leading literary institution, has issued a statement condemning attacks on writers. Nicola Sturgeon has said she will "always work" with Plaid Cymru leader Leanne Wood in the "best interests of our two countries". South Africa's President Jacob Zuma has announced a freeze on university fees in the capital, Pretoria. Wales gets a " rotten deal" from the European Union, UKIP leader Nigel Farage has said. Young people are being warned about the dangers of wearing contact lenses without professional supervision. Bus drivers in Cardiff have voted in favour of a new pay offer. Police acted in a " proportionate and reasonable way" in dealing with a man who died after being restrained by members of the public, an investigation has found. Relatives of babies who were not given their ashes at a crematorium are taking legal action. Africa is one of the world's fastest-growing economies. Processed meat is one of the most dangerous forms of food, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The Welsh Rugby Union has signed a new five-year sponsorship deal with Under Armour. Lego has been accused of " censorship and discrimination" by Chinese artist Ai Weiwei. A student from County Durham has been named the winner of a fashion competition. Gylfi Sigurdsson says Swansea City's 2-1 win at Aston Villa was "fantastic" for the team. Justice Secretary Michael Matheson has called for a "robust" investigation into the death of Colin Bayoh in police custody. Lewis Hamilton became the first Briton to win the Formula 1 world title with victory in the United States. Argentina will face a run-off in a presidential run-off after the first round of elections. Chinese artist Ai Weiwei has said he will use Lego bricks to create "political art". The BBC's Sound Of 2016 list has been announced. The grave of a lion tamer has been found by a Scottish singer after he discovered his great grandfather had been buried in the Highlands. One of the UK's biggest payday lenders has agreed to pay £700,000 to its customers. Lebanese security forces have foiled an attempt to smuggle millions of amphetamine pills into the country, state media report. Adele's new single Hello is expected to have the biggest opening week of the year in the UK. BP's third-quarter results show two things. A task force set up to try to save Scotland's steel industry is due to meet later. A 15-year-old girl is in a critical condition in hospital after being hit by a car in Dundee. A man has denied killing a man in Millom, Cumbria. Poland's conservative Law and Justice party has won the country's parliamentary election. Tributes have been paid to five Britons who died when a boat capsized off the coast of Tofino in Canada. Salford Red Devils half-back Rangi Chase is set to join Leigh Centurions on a two-year deal. Plans to reintroduce lynx to parts of the UK have been unveiled. Bill Bailey's tour bus has been stolen from the car park of the Royal Philharmonic Hall in Liverpool. Two police forces in Yorkshire are to merge their dog units in a bid to save money. Plans for a new public services college in Northern Ireland have been revised. A man has been charged in connection with a bomb attack on a police station in County Tyrone 20 years ago. A security alert in west Belfast has ended. United States striker Abby Wambach has announced her retirement from international football. An Australian man who survived six days in the desert says he survived six days. A sapling planted by suffragettes in Glasgow has been named Scotland's Tree of the Year. US car owners can now modify their cars' software, under new rules. Zanzibar's election has been cancelled because of "gross irregularities", the electoral commission chairman has said. Plans for a new coal-fired power station have been given the go-ahead. Three people have been taken to hospital after a car crashed off a promenade in north Wales. Archaeologists have discovered a "modern bungalow" at the site of Stonehenge. Police investigating the death of a man whose remains were found on a motorway have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to. Two astronauts have carried out their first spacewalk at the International Space Station. Barclays has reported a sharp fall in third-quarter profits after setting aside £560m to settle claims in the US and the US. A Swansea physicist has been honoured with a blue plaque. Republican presidential candidates have clashed over tax and the media in their second debate. Ronnie O'Sullivan has announced he will not defend his UK Championship title in York. Plans to test drilling for shale gas in Nottinghamshire have been submitted to the county council. A British Red Cross worker was unlawfully killed while working in Pakistan, an inquest has heard. A project to mark the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare's death has been launched. The lives of young people leaving care in England are "poor and worsening", say MPs. The government continued to fund Kids Company "year after year" despite concerns about its financial management, a report has found. A transgender woman who was jailed for assault has launched an appeal against her sentence. SDLP MLA Seamus Mallon has endorsed Colum Eastwood in the party's leadership contest. Officials in India have refused permission for a documentary about caste working in the meat industry. Talks between Syria's government and the opposition are under way. Motorists will pay an average of £13 a year more on average as a rise in insurance tax (IPT) comes into force. Waiting times for mental health treatment in Wales are to be cut, the Welsh government has announced. Iran has been fighting in Syria for more than a year. Trams have been tested for the first time in Manchester city centre. A football club has become the first in the UK to go vegan. A dog had to be rescued by firefighters after getting stuck in a chair. Isle of Wight Council is to appeal against a magistrates' decision to fine a father for taking his daughter on holiday in term time. Scottish Labour leader Kezia Dugdale is to promise to restore tax credits for working families if the party wins next year's Holyrood election. Shaker Aamer, the last British resident held in Guantanamo Bay, has returned to the UK. Luke Williams scored twice as Doncaster beat Notts County to reach the second round of the FA Cup. More than half of English Christians believe Jesus was a real man, according to a Church of England survey. Paul Dubuisson and Jaco van Zyl will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Dubai Desert Classic. A pipe bomb has been found during a security alert in Dublin. Three people have been rescued from a beach in Weston-super-Mare. A driver was stopped by police while trying to find a new Sam Smith song on his phone. The death toll from a fire at a nightclub in Bucharest has risen to 36, Romanian officials say. An 18-year-old man has died after being hit by a car in west Belfast. Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has dropped knighthoods and dames. George Osborne is to meet Germany's finance minister in Berlin later to discuss the UK's EU reform plans. Chinese shares fell on Monday after disappointing economic data from the world's second largest economy. Super League rugby league player Kevin Tickle is in a critical condition after being attacked at a nightclub in Greater Manchester. A man has died and his two-year-old daughter has been injured in a crash. One of Cornwall's oldest coal mines is to be restored. floodlights have been switched on at a church for the first time in more than two years. A man has died after falling from the second floor of a block of flats. Thieves have stolen lawn mowers from a nature reserve in Dumfries and Galloway. David Silberman has won the Samuel Johnson Prize for science for his book about autism. Plans for a Garden Bridge across the River Thames in south London have been given the go-ahead. London's voluntary living wage has come into force. Seven fire engines could be scrapped in Suffolk in a bid to save £1.3m over the next three years. A father killed his baby son by shaking or throwing him, a court has heard. The Thomas Cook report into the deaths of two children in Corfu is a huge blow to the company. One person has been taken to hospital after a lorry overturned on the M4 in Cardiff. Dozens of sperm whales have washed up on a beach in the Belgian town of La Rochelle. referee Nigel Owens says he will continue to referee at the 2019 World Cup. (Close): Shares in Standard Chartered fell more than 5% after the bank announced plans to raise billions of pounds. South African prosecutors have appealed against the conviction of Oscar Pistorius for murder. Scotland lock Jonny Gray has signed a new three-year contract with Glasgow Warriors. A nurse who injected her mother with a potentially lethal dose of insulin has been found guilty of attempted murder. Eight people have been charged in connection with an alleged human trafficking ring. GAA director general Kieran Duffy has published a discussion paper calling for the abolition of the inter-county U21 Football championship. A UKIP councillor in Northern Ireland has been expelled from the party. Bath ran in six second-half tries to thrash 10-man London Irish. A 19-year-old man has been arrested in Norwich in connection with the TalkTalk hacking attack. Rory McIlroy has withdrawn from the Abu Dhabi Championship because of a stomach bug. The Enterprise Minister, Jonathan Bell, has said he wants to meet workers affected by the closure of Michelin's factory in County Antrim. Seven people have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a bank was damaged in Flintshire. The University of Groningen is a hive of activity. A £100m shopping centre in Newport has opened its doors to the public. binge-watching has been named as the word of the year by the Collins English Dictionary. A man has been found guilty of trying to steal a TV from his ex-partner's home. England will have to "pull their fingers out" to beat Pakistan in the first Test, says James Anderson. A primary school head teacher has been suspended after failing to take his children on term-time holidays. French footballer Karim Benzema has been placed under formal investigation over a sex tape. A County Durham-based washing machine manufacturer is to create 100 new jobs. A fisherman has been fined £20,000 after a guard collapsed on a North Sea fishing boat. The war in Syria has left the country's antiquities devastated by the so-called Islamic State (IS). A convicted drug dealer and his estranged wife have been jailed for hiding more than £2m in cash in their garden. David Gold's Twitter account has been trolled. An NHS trust has apologised after the body of a politician was sent to a funeral company. At least 15 people have been killed in a bomb attack in a Lebanese town near the Syrian border, officials say. Leinster came from behind to beat Scarlets and go top of the Pro12 table. A boy who went missing in the US state of Alabama 14 years ago has been found safe and well. Warren Gatland could be the next New Zealand coach, says former All Blacks chief executive Ian Brooke. TalkTalk has said that the cyber-attack on its website was "much more limited" than initially thought. A London letting agent has received more than £1m in housing benefit, a BBC investigation has found. The National Crime Agency (NCA) has questioned a former lawyer in connection with the sale of Nama's Northern Ireland property loans. A Picasso portrait of his friend Pere Manach has become the most expensive painting to sell at auction in New York. An MP has been accused of hypocrisy over the opening of a sugar-free sweet shop in Leicester. What does John Lewis's Christmas advert do with the John Lewis ManOnTheMoon? A teenager has appeared in court charged with the murder of 16-year-old Bailey Gwynne at an Aberdeen school. Parts of the US city of Baltimore have been hit by a severe storm. Two teenagers have been injured in a Bonfire Night fire in Stirling. Hundreds of people have taken part in a march and rally in Lanarkshire in support of the steel industry. Ian Keatley's late drop-goal gave Munster victory over Edinburgh at Murrayfield. A company which went into administration with the collapse of a football club received more than £2m, the BBC has learned. An MP has said he will take "some responsibility" for a £10.25m loan to a football club. Republican presidential hopeful Ben Carson has been at the centre of a row over his childhood stories. A number of teachers have been called in sick at a west Belfast school. Kevin Pietersen made his second Twenty20 international century of the season as his Dolphins beat the Newcastle Knights. A transgender woman in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu has won a legal battle to become a police officer. A hearing is to be held in the case of Adnan Syed, the subject of the popular US podcast Serial. Sierra Leone has been declared free of the Ebola outbreak, the World Health Organization (WHO) says. An MP has apologised for comments he made on social media about type 1 diabetes. A Scottish-born astronaut has been filmed playing bagpipes on board the International Space Station. Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has accused the chief of the defence staff of intervening "directly in issues of political dispute". The wife of a Sun journalist who was attacked outside a London Tube station has said he is "heavyly sedated". Former world super-middleweight champion Carl Froch says he wants to return to the ring. The Supreme Court is to rule on whether a couple who say they were abducted and tortured in Libya can sue the UK government. Portugal's stock market has fallen after leftist parties agreed a deal to oust the centre-right government. Shares in Lonmin have risen sharply after it said it would raise $1bn (£700m) to shore up its balance sheet. The son of one of London's richest men has been jailed for eight years for killing his father. will bring fast broadband to every home and business in the UK. Snapchat has said it has registered eight billion views a day for its videos. Barnsley manager Lee Johnson says he has "full responsibility" for the club's poor run of form. Newcastle Falcons head coach Dean Richards says he is "frustrated" by his side's poor start to the Premiership season. Transport for London (TfL) has said it is "overwhelmed" by the number of extra staff being hired for the Night Tube. Ulster Rugby has defended its decision not to wear a poppy during Sunday's game against Newport Gwent Dragons. Police Scotland's call-handling system has been criticised by the HM Inspectorate of Constabulary. British authors including Hilary Mantel and Anne Hathaway have been nominated for a prestigious international book prize. A 16-year-old boy has been stabbed to death in north London. The father of a six-year-old boy shot dead by police in the US state of Louisiana had his hands up, his lawyer says. Sierra Leone's former health minister Ernest Bai Koroma was one of the country's best-known Ebola survivors. The owners of a pub in Powys have agreed a deal to sell it to a community group. One of the world's most powerful leaders is coming to the UK. Thermal anomalies have been found at the bottom of Egypt's pyramids, officials say. A father who won a legal battle over taking his children on holiday during term time has launched a crowdfunding campaign. Russian athletics are " asleep on the job", says UK Athletics chairman Ed Warner. Crofters could be offered loans to help them get on to the housing ladder, Rural Affairs Minister Aileen McLeod has said. A man has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car on the A96 in Aberdeen. Norwich International Airport's website has been hacked by a hacker. A former Countdown champion attacked a supermarket worker with a bottle of wine after she criticised his book, a court has heard. Thousands of NHS staff in the UK are on six-figure salaries, according to analysis by the Daily Mail and the Taxpayers' Alliance. Night-vision goggles are to be used to catch dog owners who fail to clear up after their pets. The Met Office has issued its first high wind warning of the season for most of Scotland. Ofsted says there are "serious concerns" about the safety of children being taught in unregistered schools in England. A college bought season tickets for Manchester United, the BBC has learned. Nick Cave's son fell to his death from a cliff in Brighton after taking LSD, an inquest has heard. The Flandreau Santee Sioux tribe in South Dakota has cancelled plans to sell marijuana on its land. US football governing body US Soccer has announced plans to limit the number of children heading footballs. Two dogs rescued from a car crash in Snowdonia have been moved to a new home. Scientists have built tiny fingerprint structures that could be used to authenticate electronic equipment. West Indies head coach Phil Simmons has been re-appointed. Plans for a new tram network in the East Midlands have been unveiled. A former police officer who "repeatedly lied" about his qualifications has been cleared of misconduct. A white supremacist has been sentenced to death for shooting dead three people at two Jewish sites. Andriy Yarmolenko and Evgen Seleznyov scored as Ukraine took control of their Euro 2016 play-off against Slovenia. Australian police have clashed with detainees at an immigration detention centre on Christmas Island. Relatives of three people killed on Bloody Sunday in Londonderry have welcomed the arrest of a former soldier. Former BDO world champion John Fordham says he would love to play at Lakeside again. Scientists have discovered the most distant object ever discovered in the Solar System. Former Japan striker Kazuyoshi Miura has signed a new one-year contract with Japanese side Hokkaido. London Irish scrum-half Gordon Burns has been banned for two weeks by the Rugby Football Union. Whitney Hill is one of the world's best-known back-up singers. A police officer has told an inquest into the deaths of two students in a nightclub crush. Chancellor George Osborne is set to set out his spending plans for the next four years. The disappearance of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 is to be investigated by the United Nations. A 19-year-old man has been shot in the leg in west Belfast. Thousands of people have attended Leicester's Diwali celebrations. A memorial service is to be held for the 11 people killed in the Shoreham air disaster. An Austrian scientist has set a new world record for the largest model of crystals. Farmers in England are being urged to take "simple and practical" measures to tackle bovine TB. The European Union has pledged $1bn (£700m) to help African countries deal with the migrant crisis at a summit in Valletta. Italian police have arrested at least 20 people suspected of being members of a Kurdish-Sunni group. Four men have been arrested in the north of England by the North East Counter Terrorism Unit. A storm called Abigail has been named by the Met Office. Two men have appeared in court charged with the murder of a woman who was shot in the head in Oxfordshire. Dave Roache has been elected as the new general secretary of the GMB union. Poverty increases the risk of violence among young people in Scotland, according to a new study. Bank of England chief economist Andy Haldane has said the case for raising interest rates is still "some way from being made". Four British men have appeared in court charged with terrorism offences after being arrested in Europe. A man has died following a three-vehicle crash in County Down. Warren Gatland could replace Stuart Lancaster as England head coach, says former Wales captain Gareth Thomas. A single sex school in Hampshire is to close. Flood alerts have been issued for parts of north Wales due to heavy rain. Hundreds of people have taken part in a protest against plans to close children's centres in Oxfordshire. Republican presidential hopefuls Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz are intensifying their attacks on each other's policies. If you're trying to bully someone into partnership, you don't want to do so. England midfielder Michael Carrick has been ruled out for the rest of the season with an ankle injury, says Roy Hodgson. Nicolas Mahut and Pierre-Hugues Herbert say they will wear "something on the shirt" at the ATP World Tour Finals in London. Hundreds of people have gathered at Coventry's Saint Michael's Cathedral to mark the 70th anniversary of the Allied bombing. A British student has described the "inhumane" moment gunmen stormed the Bataclan concert hall in Paris. England coach Steve McNamara says he is "in no rush" to sign a new contract. Former McLaren boss Dean Ryan is to join the Manor Marussia team as chief executive. Police are searching for a 72-year-old man who has gone missing from his home in Ayrshire. An exhibition of rare and endangered animals has opened at Buckingham Palace. England's 1-0 friendly defeat by Spain flattered them, says defender Gary Cahill. An Australian woman who travelled to Syria to fight with so-called Islamic State has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. Joe Garner, the head of BT's Openreach business, is to leave the company to become the new chief executive of Nationwide. Thousands of people have been evacuated from their homes in the southern Indian city of Chennai (Madras), officials say. French cultural institutions have reopened following Friday's attacks in Paris. Scotland's distinctive Scots accent is flourishing, according to a new study. DNA from ancient burials in the Caucasus has revealed a new layer of European ancestry. Here is a full list of roads in Northern Ireland. A man has died after falling ill at a house in south-east London. Bath have agreed a deal to sign Wales lock Luke Charteris from French club Racing 92. Canada's government has dropped an appeal against a ruling that a Muslim woman cannot wear the full-face veil when she becomes a Canadian citizen. The Earth's water is stored in the top 2km of the Earth's surface, according to a new study. Oxford United missed the chance to go top of League Two as they were held to a draw by Newport County. The mayor of the southern Indian state of Chittoor has been killed. Two men have been arrested in Dover on suspicion of terrorism offences. It's been a year since the government announced plans for the Northern Powerhouse. A 16-year-old boy has died after being hit by a lorry in south-west London. A Fife man has described the "devastating" damage caused by flash flooding at Pittencrieff Park. Social housing contributed more than £1bn to the Welsh economy in 2014/15, according to a new report. Storm Doris has hit the Republic of Ireland. Five-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan says he is "trying different things" in the sport. Northern Ireland's most senior police officer has said a deal on the legacy of the Troubles is "positive". Two men have been given suspended prison sentences for dumping thousands of tyres on Lough Foyle. UK households are at risk of being less wealthy at each age than those born a decade earlier, according to a new report. More than 130 people have attended a conference on male domestic abuse in Doncaster. Police searching for missing Leicestershire teenager Madeleine McCann have said they are "devastated" by her disappearance. The mother of a seven-year-old boy with autism has said she is worried that he will not be able to go to school. A man has been arrested after a man was hit by a car in west Belfast. Australia's government has blocked the sale of the country's largest landholding to foreign investors. The government's defence review is due to be published this week. A Conservative AM has been chosen as the party's candidate for South Wales East in May's assembly election. A new criminal courts charge has prompted "grave misgivings" about the operation, MPs have said. Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has said he would consider allowing his MPs a free vote on UK air strikes in Syria. The Welsh government spent more than £500 on cards in the first three months of the year, it has emerged. A school has cancelled its annual prom because of a "significant focus and distraction". More than 100 artists have signed an open letter calling on the government to crack down on ticket resale websites. smacking should be banned in Scotland and the UK, according to a new report. Jos Buttler became the fastest man to score a one-day international century as England beat Pakistan by 39 runs in the final match of the series in Abu Dhabi. CBBC has been asking children what they think about bullying. Mark Webber says he is "very surprised" his Porsche team are in a strong position to win the World Endurance Championship. inu Veainu scored two tries as Leicester made it two wins from two in the European Champions Cup with a bonus-point win over Treviso. Chipotle Mexican Grill has been linked to an outbreak of E. coli in four US states. Singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has won this year's Barclaycard Mercury Prize for his debut album. Pakistan coach Waqar Younis says he has "no doubts" about his side's one-day international defeat by England. Former British jockey Hayley Turner says female jockeys need to train harder because men are physically stronger. A decision on a £100m housing development in Guildford could be taken away from the borough, it has been claimed. Glasgow's hopes of reaching the European Champions Cup quarter-finals were dashed as they lost to Northampton at Scotstoun on Saturday. The Davis Cup final between Great Britain and Belgium will go ahead, says the Belgian Tennis Federation. Tributes have been paid to a British couple who died in a light aircraft crash in New Zealand. Hong Kong is going to the polls for the first time in more than a year. Dan Bich has said he is "honoured" to be able to make people happy after his Facebook post went viral. A third sinkhole has opened up in Manchester city centre. Nour was a seven-year-old girl in the Iraqi city of Mosul when Islamic State (IS) seized control of her family. An ancient Chinese board game has been discovered at a tomb. More than 100,000 people have signed a petition calling for a Hindu temple to allow women to enter the temple where they are menstruating. League One side Crewe Alexandra have re-signed Bury striker Shaun Lowe on loan until the end of the season. The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) has said it is not "overly concerned" about the number of Welsh rugby union and league players banned for doping. A burglary suspect has been refused bail after he claimed his dog chewed at his ankle tag. Three Dundee students have created a bag which can be used to deter people from spending money. Teachers in the UK are paid 22% less than those with similar qualifications, according to a report from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Donald Trump has been sworn in as the 45th president of the United States. A man has appeared in court after a fire broke out on a fishing boat in Peterhead. A Belgian man has been charged with terrorism offences following the Paris attacks, prosecutors say. A teacher has been elected as the new leader of Birmingham City Council. Turkey has shot down a Russian warplane on its border with Syria. British gymnast Louis Bevan has been ruled out for the rest of the season after breaking his leg in a training accident. A hospital has apologised after a 92-year-old woman was moved to a ward for more than eight hours. Mauricio Macri's victory in Argentina's presidential election has been a surprise. Transport firm Menzies has said it is "disappointed" that contractual issues at London Gatwick will hit its full-year profits. Private schools have been criticised by Ofsted for failing to promote "mutual respect and tolerance" of those with different faiths and beliefs. A shot has been fired at a car near a primary school in Liverpool. A group of young elves has said they may not return to a Christmas lights switch-on after being attacked by a group of teenagers. Pope Francis's three-day trip to Africa will be one of the most significant in his history. (Close): Shares in Hewlett-Packard fell after the company reported a drop in revenue in the fourth quarter. World number one Ding Junhui was knocked out of the UK Championship in the first round by Mark Duffy. One of the Hatton Garden burglars told police he was the only person who knew of the £14m raid, a court has heard. The company that raised the price of a drug used by Aids patients has said it will cut the price. Brussels is set to resume public transport for the first time since the Paris attacks. Kris Boyd has ruled out playing a Scottish Premiership match in the United States. What is George Osborne's latest fiscal update? Relatives of four Malaysian men shot dead by British forces during the Vietnam War have lost an appeal against the UK government's decision to hold an inquiry. An Islamic school has defended its "open door" policy after it was criticised by Ofsted. buy-to-let landlords will be hit by a new stamp duty surcharge, the chancellor has announced. Poland's government has called for former Prime Minister Donald Tusk to be prosecuted over the 2010 plane crash that killed President Lech Kaczynski. A former monitor of the Troubles in Northern Ireland has said the government's "Fresh Start" deal does not include any agreement on the legacy of the Troubles. The chancellor has announced a new levy on business to pay for apprenticeships. A collection of vintage prams has been sold at auction. Leicester Tigers director of rugby Richard Cockerill says he is "confident" Manu Tuilagi will stay at the club. Celtic manager Ronny Deila says his side have a "big opportunity" to reach the Europa League knockout stages. A man accused of murdering his nine-year-old grandson was "one of the most callous killings I have been involved with", a court has heard. The company behind a failed £1.3m project to develop a drone has published a new update to backers. I have been in a hotel for more than 20 years. Passengers are being urged to stand on both sides of an escalator at one of London's busiest stations. A Florida man has been found guilty of killing his wife and posting a picture of her on Facebook. One of the world's most famous glaciers has seen an increase in the number of lakes, scientists say. A Chinese appeals court has reduced the jail sentence of a prominent journalist for leaking state secrets. Two men have been charged with murder after a man died following an assault at a West Midlands nightclub. The family of US radio star Casey Kasem have filed a lawsuit against his wife. Amnesty International has accused Saudi Arabia of using the guise of counter-terrorism to settle political scores. The government should give its full backing to the £1bn Swansea Bay tidal lagoon project, an MP has said. Rachel Ward scored a hat-trick as Wales beat Kazakhstan 4-0 in their Euro 2017 qualifier. Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond has been criticised for unveiling a portrait of himself in Edinburgh. France has held a memorial service for the 130 people killed in Friday's attacks in Paris. Scarlets chief executive Jonathan Davies says he would like to see George North return to Wales. A gun used in an attack on a police car in west Belfast has been found. The UK economy grew by 0.7% in the third quarter of the year, official figures have shown. As a young mother, she was shot in the head in an acid attack. An album of signatures from members of the Dambusters air raid has been sold at auction for £1,100. There is "anxiety" at the Office for National Statistics (ONS) in Newport, a union has said. A college in Cardiff has been suspended over claims it may have colluded with prospective students to defraud the student finance system. Three teenagers have been arrested in connection with a stabbing in Dumbarton. An 18th Century mansion in Gloucestershire has been destroyed in a fire. Andy Murray will take Great Britain into Sunday's Davis Cup final against Belgium. Bradford eased into the second round of the FA Cup with a comfortable win over non-league Chesham. Councils in England could have to raise council tax by up to 2% over the next five years, the Local Government Association (LGA) has warned. More than 1,000 people have been left without power in the Republic of Ireland after Storm Barney hit the country. The makers of Selma DuVernay's new movie Gods of Egypt have apologised for the film's lack of diversity. The Conservative Party says it remains "absolutely determined" to establish the truth of the events surrounding the death of a Tory activist. Manchester Storm moved into the Elite League play-off places with a 3-1 win at the SSE Arena. Black Friday has cemented its place as the UK's busiest online shopping day of the year. Ali Carter says he is "lucky to be alive" after losing to John Higgins in the first round of the UK Championship. Schools in some parts of England are "less than good", Ofsted has warned. At least 30 people have been killed in a fire at a boarding school in the northern Nigerian city of Kano, officials say. Telecoms regulator Ofcom has released an app to help people check their wi-fi speeds. League Two side Northampton Town have been placed in administration. Wales lock Jamie Roberts will play for Cambridge in Saturday's Varsity match at Twickenham. Andy Murray has criticised the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) for not having a junior player in Grand Slams. Casino revenues in the Chinese city of Macau fell by more than a third in the three months to September. A Philippine court has found a US marine guilty of murdering a transgender woman. The world's top eight men's tennis players, Novak Djokovic, Stan Wawrinka and Andy Murray, are on the rise. BT's Openreach division could be split off, according to the communications regulator Ofcom. Internet service providers (ISPs) have been criticised for failing to protect customers' personal details following the TalkTalk hack. Ireland's women kept alive their hopes of a place in next year's World Twenty20 with a seven-wicket win over Zimbabwe. Nigeria's former national security adviser, Ibrahim Dasuki, has been arrested. David Parkinson has been elected as Guernsey's new deputy leader in the St Peter Port North by-election. A new campaign has been launched to tackle underage drinking in the Highlands. Police in the US city of Minneapolis are searching for four men accused of shooting dead a black man. The US is to send special forces to Iraq to help local forces fight so-called Islamic State (IS), Defence Secretary Ash Carter has said. Wasps missed the chance to go top of the Premiership as they were beaten by Exeter at the Ricoh Arena. Actor Tony Valentine, best known for his roles in Colditz and Callan, has died at the age of 93. Russia has accused Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his family of involvement in the illegal oil trade. Taliban leader Mullah Akhtar Mansour has been shot in the Pakistani city of Quetta, officials say. There is a "significant gap" between the number of people who need help and therapy as a result of sexual abuse, the NSPCC has said. British gymnast Louis Bevan has been ruled out of the Rio Olympics after breaking his leg. The equivalent of one-in-seven Welsh people are waiting for heart surgery, surgeons have warned. A 73-year-old woman with a "royally cocked it up" has won the right to refuse medical treatment, the Court of Protection has ruled. A council leader accused of "misleading" councillors over contracts to a company owned by his personal physiotherapist has resigned. One of Northern Ireland's most endangered birds has been added to a British Birds of Conservation Concern list. Rory Best says it would be a "massive honour" to follow Paul O'Connell as Ireland captain. A man in his 50s has died in a house fire in County Antrim. Italy's anti-doping agency has released a list of 26 athletes accused of doping. David Cameron's decision to take military action in Syria has been widely anticipated. A cat has been stealing toys and toys from neighbours for the last two years. Is a coup attempt to oust Jeremy Corbyn from the Labour Party? Telefonica and Hutchison have threatened legal action against the UK's telecoms regulator, Ofcom, over its decision to auction 4G spectrum. Traders in Perth are calling for a late-night shopping campaign to boost the city's economy. The graves of six children killed in an explosion in Wrexham 100 years ago have been found. India made a solid start to the third and final Test against South Africa, which ended in a draw. In the wake of the Paris attacks and the Paris attacks, Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump said that the US should be prepared for the "next world war". Northern Ireland is to become the first part of the UK to resettle Syrian refugees. University students in England are "very concerned" they will not get the support they need, says the National Deaf Children's Society. Tributes have been paid to a man who died after getting into difficulty off the Kent coast. A man has appeared in court charged with attempting to murder a police officer in County Tyrone. Huddersfield Giants are interested in signing South Sydney Rabbitohs full-back Joe Burgess. Asian markets fell on Friday after the European Central Bank (ECB) failed to cut interest rates and extended its stimulus program. Regulated rail fares in England, Scotland and Wales will rise by an average of 1% in the year to July, the Rail Delivery Group (RDG) has said. Motorists caught travelling over the speed limit could face an increase in the cost of a driving course. A man has been charged with attempted murder after a man was hit by a train. Nigeria's lower house of parliament has introduced a bill to criminalise the use of social media. All images are copyrighted. The Conservative Party is in a state of flux. A fatal accident inquiry (FAI) into the Glasgow bin lorry crash is to be issued later. Former England defender Liam Ridgewell helped Portland Timbers beat Columbus Crew 2-1 to win the MLS Cup. A man accused of murdering his former partner told police she had a knife in her hand during a struggle, a court has heard. Dan Biggar's decision to stay at Ospreys is "fabulous", says former Wales captain Martyn Williams. Belfast Giants missed the chance to go top of the Elite League as they lost 4-3 to Nottingham Panthers at the SSE Arena. David Beckham's plans for a Major League Soccer team in Miami have moved a step closer. South Africa fought back on day three of the third Test against India to take a 3-0 lead in the three-match series. flooding at a shopping centre in County Tyrone was caused by a blocked culvert, the Rivers Agency has said. Repairs to the Forth Road Bridge should be completed by the end of the festive season, Scotland's transport minister has said. Monarch has said customers are "waiting to see what the world has in store" in the wake of the terror attacks in Egypt. One of the most wanted men on the Silk Road website has been arrested in Thailand. Traffic at the Elephant and Castle junction in south London has been disrupted by a new road layout. Police in Kenya are investigating the discovery of two bodies in a field near the border with Somalia. A piece of space debris found off the coast of Cornwall is to be removed from a rocket company. A lollipop lady was seriously injured when she was hit by a car outside a school, a court has heard. A body has been found in the search for a man who went missing in the River Severn. A court case to put Lotus into administration has been adjourned until 21 December. Keurig Green Mountain, the world's biggest maker of single-serve coffee pods, has agreed to be bought by JAB Holding. Oil prices have fallen below $40 a barrel for the first time in more than two years. David Cameron is to present his case to the European Union's council on benefits, the BBC understands. Joe Hockey has been appointed as Australia's new ambassador to the United States. Plans for a new wildlife centre in Sherwood Forest have been described as "priceless" by campaigners. A convicted child sex offender who was due to be released from prison has been deported from the UK. Mining giant Anglo American has announced plans to cut thousands of jobs as part of a restructuring. A rare English flag from the Battle of the Somme is to be sold at auction. Northern Ireland's justice minister has said the government has a "responsibility" to help deal with the past. The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) has withdrawn its central contract with Scarlets lock Scott Williams. A primary school teacher who downloaded more than 1,000 indecent images of children has been struck off. Council tax should be raised to fund maintenance of Liverpool's green and open spaces, according to a report. Owen Farrell inspired Saracens to a bonus-point win over Oyonnax in the European Champions Cup. Ennio Morricone has said he was "very, very flattered" to be working with Quentin Tarantino. MPs have been told by the Home Office that it will be able to hack into children's devices. A disabled man has criticised a council's plan to help him pick up a dog. Complaints about bullying in the Conservative Party were made to the party in 2010, an activist has said. DUP MP Sammy Wilson has ruled himself out of the race to be the party's next leader. The Syrian city of Homs is about to be retaken. The Independent media group has said it is investigating a cyber-attack on its website. Labour is "in danger of not asking the right questions, never mind failing to get the right answers", former Prime Minister Tony Blair has said. A man has told a court he is "truly sorry" for causing the death of a lollipop lady by dangerous driving. More than a third of teachers in Wales have been banned from the profession for using social media. Two people have been jailed for perverting the course of justice over the death of a 16-year-old boy. The jury in the trial of prominent republican Thomas 'Slab' Murphy has retired to consider its verdict. Jeremy Corbyn has made his voice heard in the House of Commons. The number of appeals against GCSE and A-level grades has risen sharply, figures show. Ceredigion is looking to host the 2018 National Eisteddfod. A man has been taken to hospital after a drum exploded at an industrial estate in north Belfast. Police are searching for a 23-year-old man who escaped from a window at Manchester Hospital. (Close): London's leading shares closed lower, with shares in mining giant Glencore among the biggest fallers. Jim Broadbent has returned to the stage as Ebenezer Scrooge in a new play in London's West End. The BBC's News at Ten is to extend its length in the New Year. Charlotte Dujardin and Charlotte Brash are among the stars set to compete at this year's London International Horse Show. Manchester United midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger has been banned for three games by the Football Association for violent conduct. Twitter's top-trending hashtags in Russia have been linked to Western pop culture. A new ferry for Caledonian MacBrayne has been launched at the Clyde shipyard. Eugene has defended its bid to host the 2021 World Championships. The offices of a Muslim group in Washington DC have been evacuated after receiving an envelope containing powder. Police failed to properly investigate the sexual exploitation of children and young people who went missing from care, a report has found. The price of oil has fallen to a seven-year low after the International Energy Agency (IEA) said demand is slowing. Ronnie O'Sullivan and Stuart Bingham both won in the second round of the UK Championship at Alexandra Palace. A man who raped a woman in her own home has been jailed for eight years. A teaching assistant accused of murdering his girlfriend's unborn baby has told a court he was "napping" at the time. The Prince of Wales has told an Army parade that the profession of arms is "moving into uncharted waters". It's that time of year again - Christmas. Cocaine with an estimated street value of up to £5m has been seized in south Wales. Students at Queen's University in Belfast have begun a sit-in protest against the university's investment policy. The inquest into the death of schoolgirl Alice Gross will look at how the killer was allowed to live in the UK, a coroner has ruled. James Pattinson took five wickets as Australia beat West Indies by an innings and 88 runs in the second Test in Hobart. A $1bn (£700m) venture to develop artificial intelligence (AI) has been launched. The first female commander at Sandhurst Military Academy has been appointed. Scotland's Deputy First Minister John Swinney has said Scotland faces "tough choices" in the coming days. Education Secretary Theresa May has asked Ofsted to prepare cases for prosecution against illegal schools in England. Singer Ed Sheeran has announced he is retiring from touring. A musician has told a court he was injured in a car crash while playing in a band. Two nurses who admitted neglecting patients at a south Wales hospital have been jailed. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman's body was found at a house in Worcestershire. Egyptian investigators say there is "no evidence" that a Russian airliner that crashed in the Sinai peninsula last month, killing all 224 people on board. It has been a year since the US and Cuba agreed to restore full diplomatic relations. A table tennis player has admitted having sex with a teenage girl. Dozens of bearded dragons have been found abandoned at an animalarium in Gwynedd. Four police forces in Wales have been rated "inadequate" by inspectors. It is 70 years since the Christmas bombing of Manchester. It's time of year again for business leaders. British astronaut Tim Peake is set to become the first Briton to board the International Space Station. The Royal Navy's new offshore patrol boats are to be built in Portsmouth, the defence secretary has said. More than 75 million people attended sporting events in the UK in 2015, according to Deloitte. He is one of the most famous footballers in the world. A ceremony has been held to mark the first anniversary of the Sydney cafe siege. Alloa Athletic have appointed Jack Ross as their new manager. Las Vegas is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. A gang of drug dealers who dealt in "industrial quantities" of heroin have been jailed. A woman has told a court she was sexually abused by a man in Rotherham in the 1980s. Swansea City are interested in appointing Marcelo Bielsa as their new manager. Tim Peake is on board the International Space Station. apprentice jockey Ryan Moore is the best jockey in the world, says trainer Richard Hannon. Ben Stokes and James Taylor hit centuries as England beat South Africa by 169 runs in their final warm-up game. The future of the steel industry in Wales is at risk, Plaid Cymru has said. British number one Heather Watson has parted company with her coach Alberto Veronelli. Domino's Australia has agreed to buy Germany's Joey's Pizza business. Three youths have been arrested in connection with the murder of a man in west Belfast on Sunday. When the US raised interest rates for the first time in more than two years, it was a shock. Last month, Scotland's finance secretary, John Swinney, announced the budget for the next financial year. A pizza shop has been removed from a list of approved suppliers after ordering a pizza with the word "monkey". In the wake of the general election, impressionists were shocked. Japan's Supreme Court has ruled that women cannot take their husband's surname after marriage. Human Rights Watch says it has verified the bodies of more than 7,000 people who died in government detention or transferred to a military hospital. Nigel Farage has said he expects the UK's in-out EU referendum to be held next June. Los Angeles police have defended their decision to evacuate schools after receiving a bomb threat. Thousands of people have taken to the streets of South Africa's capital, Pretoria, to protest against President Jacob Zuma. A Kilrea company is to create 50 new jobs in Kilrea, County Antrim. A European court has overturned a decision by the European Commission to fine 13 airlines for anti-monopoly. Reaction to the High Court ruling that Northern Ireland's abortion law is incompatibility with the law. Northern Ireland's hospitals are under pressure. Emma Pooley is to return to the Great Britain cycling team for the 2016 Olympics in Rio. Engineers have developed a helmet that could be used to treat brain injuries. The partner of a transgender woman who died in prison has criticised the prison for allowing her to harm herself. Saudi Arabia's Prince Mohammed has said he is "surprised" by the announcement of an alliance of Muslim nations to fight terrorism. Parents are taking legal action over a council's school transport policy. UK retail sales rose by more than expected in November, according to official figures. A German woman who collapsed after taking the contraceptive pill Yasminelle is suing the drug maker, Bayer. A woman who poisoned her unborn baby with a drug has been jailed for eight years. A Syrian journalist has been killed by Islamic State (IS) militants in northern Syria, his group says. Thousands of retired firefighters in Wales are to receive compensation from the UK government. The government's immigration cap could have caused a "crisis" in the NHS this winter, MPs have said. Three-time world champion Mick Fanning took part in the final World Surf League (WSL) event of the season after his brother Peter died. Pope Francis has approved a miracle attributed to the late Indian nun Mother Teresa. Chelsea have appointed Guus Hiddink as interim manager until the end of the season following the sacking of Jose Mourinho. Three airport workers have been sacked for carrying out a pat-down on Australia's Foreign Minister Julie Bishop. A 15-year-old girl is in a critical condition in hospital after being hit by a car. The box of a Russian jet shot down by Turkey on the Syrian border last month has been found. Surrey captain Chris Batty has signed a new one-year contract with the county. UK pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline has agreed to buy HIV drugs from US rival Bristol-Myers Squibb for an undisclosed sum. NHS A&E departments in England are struggling to cope with rising demand, doctors say. SNP MP Natalie Black has been named as one of the world's best-known young people by National Media (NME). Two schools in the US state of Virginia have been closed after complaints about a geography lesson. Sri Lanka has launched an investigation into allegations of match-fixing during a one-day international against Sri Lanka. Surgeons in Swansea are using a 3D printer to recreate body parts. More than 100,000 people in Scotland missed hospital appointments last year, according to new figures. Charles scored a late winner as La Liga leaders Barcelona beat 10-man Atletico Madrid to go top of the table. Tom Scuadmore won the King George VI Chase at Kempton. The Vatican's former secretary of state is donating 200,000 (£200,000) to a children's hospital in Rome. Fifa president Sepp Blatter and Uefa president Michel Platini have been banned from all football-related activity for eight years. A woman has been charged with attempted murder after a woman was stabbed. The future of one of the UK's most vulnerable railway lines is "really worrying", according to a new report. Krystian Pearce's second-half header rescued a point for Mansfield against York. Japan's benchmark Nikkei index ended the day lower as the yen strengthened against the dollar. Thousands of Chilean airport workers have gone on strike in a dispute over military pensions. defibrillators have been stolen from outside a village. Two blind rugby players in Ireland have been able to play the sport for the first time. Bristol head coach Andy Robinson says he is "disappointed" by the way Steve Borthwick left the club. Chris Woakes will replace James Anderson for England's first Test against South Africa in Durban. MPs should be invited to serve as ministers in the Welsh assembly, the Institute for Fiscal Studies has said. The jet that crashed at the Shoreham Airshow had to be removed from its ejector seat, investigators have said. The data from a Russian warplane shot down by Turkey last month will not be retrieved, the Russian military says. Palestinian Christians in Bethlehem are celebrating Christmas Eve. Ireland fast bowler Boyd Rankin has announced his retirement from international cricket. A Danish prince has been rescued from the sea off the coast of Australia. Sangin is one of the most important districts in the Afghan province of Helmand. Harry Potter fans have been reacting to the news that Hermione will be cast as a black actress in the next film. Firefighters have tackled a blaze at a wood recycling plant in Cardiff. Charlie Brown, Snoopy and Lucy. A Polish court has sentenced a former university professor to life in prison for plotting to attack the country's parliament. Scores of care homes in England have been made available on a new website. The El Nino weather phenomenon is expected to hit parts of the world in the next six months, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). Germany will host the opening stage of the 2016 Tour de France. BodyPositive is back! A Texas grand jury has decided not to charge authorities over the death of Sandra Bland, who was found hanged in her jail cell. Russia has apologised to a Polish journalist after he was ordered to leave Russia within 30 days. India's parliament has passed a bill that will allow juvenile offenders to be sentenced to life in prison. Ospreys full-back Alafoti Faletau is set to return to action against the Scarlets on Boxing Day. Strictly Come Dancing winner Aliona Vilani has ruled herself out of the show. A nurse who downloaded hundreds of thousands of indecent images of children has been jailed for eight years. Coconut trees are one of the world's most famous trees. Accrington Stanley manager John Coleman has criticised the League Two's decision to allow Carlisle United to play their next games at Brunton Park. The chair of the Scottish child abuse inquiry has urged survivors to give evidence. Tiger Woods says he is "like a five-year-old" and hopes to return to competitive golf next year. Stormont officials intervened in a dispute over the use of the word 'Derry' in official letters, newly released files show. A restaurant worker has been jailed for 12 years for attempting to murder his co-worker. DJ Muramasa Sengo has been named the BBC's Sound of 2016. savers in the UK are being warned to move their money if necessary. It is "more important than ever" to spread the message of togetherness and unity in Welsh communities, the first minister has said. League One side Peterborough United have extended the loan of defender Ben Alnwick until the end of the season. A man whose remains were found in a forest in Gwynedd sustained "serious head trauma", police have said. US scientists have discovered a way to control the "thread" of a 3D printer nozzle. Former Russian oil tycoon Mikhail Khodorkovsky says he is considering asking for asylum in the UK. It's been a tough year for the internet. China's environmental ministry says 10 cities have issued "red alerts" for smog. The death of a baby girl in a hospital in the Pakistani city of Karachi has been described as a "heartbreaking" incident. The government's plan to bring Syrian refugees to the UK will be "unintended", the head of the Church of England has said. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was found unconscious in a Leeds street. More than 1,000 people have signed a petition calling for revenge porn to be made public. Thousands of people are taking part in Christmas swims across the UK. Ghana's government has apologised for spending more than £1m on new buses. A Japanese court has cleared the way for the restart of two nuclear reactors that have been closed since the Fukushima disaster. A senior police officer has called for CCTV cameras to be installed at the Glasgow Necropolis. A pedestrian who died after being hit by a lorry in Aberdeen has been named by police. Dozens of people have been killed and dozens injured in an explosion at a factory in southern Nigeria. Pope Francis has called on Christians to act soberly in a world which "all too often is merciless to the sinner and lenient to the sin". Radiohead have released their theme tune for the new James Bond film Spectre. Jonny Evans scored a stoppage-time winner as West Brom beat 10-man Stoke at The Hawthorns. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was stabbed to death. A man has been charged in connection with the death of a man in Dundee. The Conwy Valley rail line has been closed for "several days" due to flooding. One of the Paris attackers has been buried in secret, French media report. The owner of one of Wales' most famous Hidden Gardens has said he is "devastated" after flood water swept through it. Tottenham striker Harry Kane is not for sale, says manager Mauricio Pochettino. A second teenager has been arrested after a fight broke out at a shopping centre in south-east London. Abu Bakr al- Bahri, a former driver for Osama Bin Laden, has died, Yemeni officials say. Hundreds of homes in Greater Manchester are still without power after flooding hit the region. Actress Barbara Windsor is celebrating her 90th birthday. poster campaigns for the Cardiff Metro have been branded "a cynical way of spending public money". Police in Scotland have said they are "firmly in the camp" of trying to catch organised crime. A woman has died in a house fire in west Belfast. Guinea is marking the first anniversary of the outbreak of the Ebola virus. Four people have been arrested in Belgium on suspicion of planning a terror attack, prosecutors say. A man armed with a knife has robbed a van driver in Edinburgh. A Chicago police officer who shot and killed a black teenager has pleaded not guilty to murder charges. The former drummer of The Specials, Brad Bradbury, has died at the age of 59. Police are investigating the death of a person following a fire in Aberdeenshire. Flights at Belfast International Airport have been diverted after a night of bad weather. UK house prices rose faster than expected in December, according to the Nationwide building society. Afghanistan and Pakistan have agreed to set up a hotline between the two countries. A Red Cross worker who helped victims of the Shoreham air disaster has been recognised in the New Year Honours. A woman has been charged with the murder of a woman in a flat in north Belfast. A barge that was forced to evacuate oil workers from a North Sea platform has run adrift off the coast of Norway. A nine-year-old boy who was living in the care of his great-great-uncle has been removed from care. Tributes have been paid to a "remarkable" socialist councillor in Bristol. Leinster moved up to second in the Pro12 with a hard-fought victory over Connacht at the RDS. A New York court has dismissed drink-driving charges against a woman who claimed she was drunk. (Close): Stocks on Wall Street closed lower on the last day of 2015. Eleven people have been charged in connection with a landslide in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen last month. Adolf Hitler's Mein Kampf is to be published for the first time in 70 years. A gunman has opened fire at a bar in the Israeli city of Tel Aviv, killing at least one person and wounding several others. Ospreys and Wales scrum-half Rhys Webb has signed a new two-year contract with the region. Ryan Weatherson scored twice as Partick Thistle eased to victory over Queen of the South in the Scottish League Cup. More student teacher places are to be made available in Scotland's schools next year, the Scottish government has announced. At a gymnastics club in Fife, a group of young people are taking part. Pupils in England are to be tested for maths in a bid to improve standards. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was found dead in a flat. Heavy rain has caused flooding in parts of Wales. Police are investigating a source of threats made against a Lancashire school. Two men have been taken to hospital after being attacked in East Lothian. Spotlight has been named best film at the American Film Society Awards. BBC One's new drama War and Peace has beaten ITV's Endeavour and Deutschland 83 in its opening episode. An unexploded World War Two flare has been found on a beach in Pembrokeshire. Norwich City midfielder Alex Tettey says it was a "great goal" to score against Southampton's Yaya Toure. West Indies batsman Chris Gayle has been reprimanded by the Big Bash League after telling a female interviewer "don't blush". Tourism bosses in Cumbria have called for a "positive campaign" on the roads hit by Storm Desmond. World champion Martyn Irvine has announced his retirement from cycling. Thousands of detergent bottles have washed up on beaches in Cornwall. tunnels used in World War Two have been opened up to the public for the first time. We arrived at the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in the US state of Oregon. The US has said it expects Pakistan to treat the attack on an Indian air base "exactly the way it has said". Prime Minister David Cameron has ruled out a free vote on the UK's membership of the European Union. A swan has been rescued after getting stuck on the roof of a shop in London. Two brothers have been jailed for stealing more than 100 sheep from their farms. Virtual reality technology has been developed at the CES tech show in Las Vegas. The number of people visiting town centres in the Borders has risen sharply, according to new figures. Australian scientists say they have found a way to save wild lizards from extinction. A 33-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a fatal crash in County Down. The world's largest zoo is taking part in its annual count. MPs are to debate a petition calling for US presidential hopeful Donald Trump to be barred from the UK. North Korea says it has successfully tested a hydrogen bomb. Nigeria's former defence minister, Bello Haliru Mohammed, has been charged with fraud, money laundering and criminal breach of trust. Turkish police have seized more than 1,000 life jackets that failed to comply with safety standards, officials say. Gender is a spectrum in many cultures across the world. French President Francois Hollande has come under fire for his plan to strip the French citizenship of convicted terrorists who are "bi-nationals". UK house prices rose by 9.5% in 2015, according to the Halifax. South Africa batsman Hashim Amla has resigned as captain following his heroics in the second Test against England. Photographs of Liverpool's childhood have gone on display for the first time. The price of oil has fallen below $30 a barrel for the first time in more than a decade. A council is hoping to cut the wait for mental health patients in Berkshire. Farmers in England will be able to manage drainage on their land from April, the government has announced. A post office store has been closed after an explosion. Netflix has become the first video-streaming service in the world to reach more countries. Volkswagen has said it is "optimistic" that it will fix 8.5 million US cars affected by the emissions scandal. Cardiff Blues have signed Matthew Morgan on a two-year deal. Residents in Western Australia have been told to leave their homes because of a wildfire. A Texas police officer has been charged with perjury over the arrest of a black woman who later died. David Warner hit an unbeaten half-century as Australia drew the third Test against the West Indies. Former jockey David Ackerman has had his disqualification from racing reinstated by the Horseracing Authority. Heavy rain has caused flooding in parts of the UK. This year's A-level and A-level exams timetable has been published. Police are treating the murder of an 82-year-old woman in Fife as murder. Vets are treating a turtle that washed up on a beach on the Isle of Man. Concerns have been raised about the safety of NHS 111 and out-of-hours services, a leaked report has found. In the House of Commons, the Conservative MP for Colchester, Stuart Quince argued that regional theatres should get more money. South Korean tech giant Samsung Electronics has cut its profit forecast for the third quarter in a row. In the early 1950s, Mahatma Gandhi was at his ashram in the western Indian state of Gujarat. The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) is to investigate how police responded to concerns about actress Sian Blake and her two young sons. European stock markets have risen on Friday, recovering some of the previous day's losses. One of China's richest men, Zhou Chengjian, has gone missing. League One side MK Dons have re-signed Brighton midfielder George Taft on loan until the end of the season. School admissions arrangements in England are "unfair", says the head of England's school adjudicator. The timing of the referendum on the UK's membership of the European Union is widely expected to be announced this year. Six teaching unions in England and Wales have called on the government to "fully fund the necessary pay increases" for teachers. A woman has been found guilty of raping a teenage girl 10 years ago. The Women's Super League One season is over. Alan Curtis has been at Swansea City for more than 40 years. Israeli police have shot dead a man suspected of killing three people in Tel Aviv on Saturday. A Sinn Féin MLA has accepted a tweet about a former UDR MP. The Revenant has dominated this year's Golden Globe awards in Los Angeles. Jonjo Shelvey made his Newcastle debut as they beat West Ham at St James' Park. Raith Rovers missed the chance to move into the Championship play-off places as they were held to a draw by Dunfermline Athletic. A paedophile who bribed boys with Fifa game currency has been jailed for 12 years. French mosques are opening their doors to the public for the first time. A fire at a former pub in Rhondda Cynon Taff is being treated as suspicious. Milos Raonic beat Roger Federer 6-4 6-4 to win the Brisbane International. A three-day strike by junior doctors in England is a "symptom of frustration and low morale", the health secretary has said. Former world number one Luke Donald says he considered retiring from golf because of a lack of confidence. Lindsey Vonn won her second World Cup super-G race of the year with victory in Germany. Scott Waites says winning the BDO World Championship was a "dream come true" after recovering from shoulder surgery. The probation service in England and Wales has been criticised in a report. David Bowie has died at the age of 69 after a battle with cancer. Each day we feature a photograph sent in from across England - the gallery will grow during the week. Police in the US state of Ohio are searching for a man who sent a selfie to them. League One side Fleetwood Town have signed Leicester City midfielder George Davis for an undisclosed fee. The Metropolitan Police has apologised to the family of a man found dead in north London. McDonald's has been accused of abusing its dominant market position in Europe. Rail passengers are being warned to expect delays and disruption over the next three months as a tunnel is closed. BP has announced plans to cut 600 jobs in the North Sea. Britannia has been named Scotland's best tourist attraction for 10 years. The Shepton Mallet cider mill is to close with the loss of more than 100 jobs. All images are copyrighted. A rescue boat has been sent to the Greek island of Lesbos to help lifeguards. Arriva Trains Wales drivers are to stage a second strike next month. Six men have been jailed for their part in a £1m theft of power cables. A woman has told a court she was raped in an Edinburgh park. Three Israelis have been charged over the death of a Palestinian who was beaten to death by a mob in October. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has been criticised by inspectors for its communication with victims of crime. Sale Sharks forward Vadim Cosbila will leave the Premiership club at the end of the season to join French Top 14 side Bordeaux. Translink has lifted the suspension of one of its refurbished trains. Former Labour leader Harriet Harman has said she is "concerned" at the lack of oversight of UK air strikes. Plans to introduce a 20mph speed limit on some of Edinburgh's roads have been given the go-ahead. Iran will not decommission the Arak nuclear reactor, the country's energy minister has said. An RAF serviceman has said he "didn't think twice" after his medals were stolen from his car in Lancashire. Lego has come under fire for asking customers what they want to use its bricks for works by Chinese artist Ai Weiwei. The Scottish government could face legal action over its record on air pollution. A team of scientists are heading to the Indian Ocean to find out more about the Earth. north Wales needs to be given more power by the Welsh assembly, the chief executive of Greater Manchester has said. Worcestershire all-rounder Tom Shantry has signed a new three-year contract with the county. Researchers at Cardiff University have developed a new way of identifying cancer cells. Venezuela's opposition-held National Assembly has voted to allow three of its suspended legislators to leave. A 92-year-old man has been reunited with his old band. A former American Football League (NFL) player has been found dead in a prison cell. West Ham striker Andy Carroll has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. Dan Evans reached the second round of qualifying for the Australian Open with a straight-set win over American Varvara Lepchenko. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said goalkeeper Simon Mignolet "needs help" from all the players after he was beaten by Arsenal. Dozens of pilot whales have died after stranding on a beach in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Lord Coe has been praised by the man who wrote a damning report into doping in athletics. UK interest rates have been held at 0.5% again by the Bank of England. Belfast Giants have been named in the Great Britain squad for next month's World Championship in Cortina. The Football Association has appointed Baroness Campbell as its new chief executive for women's football. A Welsh make-up artist has been praised for her work with Leonardo DiCaprio. Housebuilder Barratt Developments has announced plans to build more than 1,000 new homes in Scotland over the next five years. Indonesians have been using social media to express their shock at the bomb attacks in the capital, Jakarta. Charlton Athletic have re-appointed Jose Riga as their new head coach. A senior Russian official has been arrested on suspicion of stealing state money from a road. The hosts of the new Women's Cricket Super League have been announced. Glastonbury Festival has pleaded guilty to a pollution charge after sewage leaked into a river. Employers should not be allowed to read personal messages on their work accounts, privacy campaigners have said. Trams have returned to Birmingham for the first time in more than 60 years. A rare tropical storm has formed over the Atlantic Ocean. Tsai Ing-wen is a mystery to China. Italian astronautLuca has returned to Earth after a mission to the International Space Station. Cardiff City assistant manager Mehmet Dalman has defended manager Russell Slade. A polar bear at Bristol Zoo has arrived in the UK. The energy industry has been accused by the regulator of failing to cut prices. A hotel in the Scottish Borders is looking to appoint a " smile" as its new ambassador. A temporary footbridge is to be built to help reunite a North Yorkshire town after a road bridge collapsed. Plans for a tunnel around Stonehenge are being considered as part of plans to upgrade the A303. Scottish Labour leader Kezia Dugdale has called on trade unionists to join Scottish Labour. Matthew Perry will not appear in a Friends reunion special later this year. Boreham Wood have re-signed Bristol Rovers striker George Lucas on loan until the end of the season. York City have signed Hull City midfielder Jack Dixon on loan until the end of the season. Easter should be fixed on the first Sunday of the year, the Archbishop of Canterbury has said. A review of inquests into the deaths of people during the Troubles has begun. It is 50 years since the first Gulf War. Fleetwood and Tranmere played out a goalless draw in League One. Hibernian moved two points clear at the top of the Championship with victory over St Mirren. England's Luke Donald is three shots off the lead after two rounds of the Tournament of Champions in Hawaii. Two 16-year-old boys have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a teenager was stabbed to death in east London. Partick Thistle have signed defender James Erskine from Dundee United for an undisclosed fee. England's remarkable victory in the first Test against South Africa at The Oval was a remarkable moment. Northern Ireland's higher education system is "already in trouble", according to the head of Queen's University. EastEnders actor Ross Kemp is to return to the soap following the death of Dame Barbara Windsor. A 15-year-old girl has died after getting into difficulty in the sea off the Northumberland coast. A man has been arrested after a stolen car led police on a high-speed chase. A group of Aston Villa and Leicester City fans have been released on bail after a fight outside the club's stadium. Martin Guptill and Kane Williamson hit half-centuries as New Zealand beat Pakistan by 39 runs in the second Twenty20 international. Plans for a visitor centre at the site of the Battle of Naseby have been given the go-ahead. Scarlets hooker Ken Owens says Racing 92 are the best team in Europe. Ronnie O'Sullivan says he has been "eating like a pig" since winning the Masters. Every year, crocodiles in Australia gather eggs from their nests. Stephen Cook has been named in South Africa's squad for the third Test against England in Cape Town. Microsoft is launching a free version of Minecraft for schools. Residents of the "Jungle" migrant camp in Calais have been given until Monday to leave the area. The National Trust has announced plans to restore parts of Clandon Park, which were destroyed in a fire last year. Bitcoin is one of the world's most popular crypto-currency. Prof Stephen Hawking has warned that the human race is at risk of a "disaster" to Earth. Pakistan has lifted a ban on the YouTube service. Plans to move the police and crime commissioner's office out of Exeter have been criticised by a chief constable. A man who broke into the roof of his girlfriend's flat has been jailed for six months. A man has denied killing a former rugby player in Swansea city centre. China's economy grew at an annual rate of 6.8% in the last three months of 2015, according to official figures. A British diver has said he is "delighted" to have charges against him over the deaths of two friends. Asda's website has been open to hackers for two years, the BBC has learned. Israeli police have launched an investigation into the price of school trips to Holocaust memorials. Fifa presidential candidate Gianni Infantino has called for the 2018 World Cup to be held at least two editions. The daughter of a man who died after being fed a pill by an agency nurse has said "nothing has changed". In our series of letters from African journalists, Ghanaian writer Elizabeth Ohene looks at the government's decision to accept two Yemeni ex-detainees from Guantanamo Bay. When Mohammed Othman was 10 years old, he was forced to leave his home because of the risk of the collapse of the Mosul Dam. North Korea says it has developed a hangover-free alcohol. Sale Sharks director of rugby Steve Diamond says the Premiership club are in talks with "four or five international players". Refuse collectors in Bath and North East Somerset are set to return to work after a deal was reached. The Colombian government and the country's largest rebel group, the Farc, have proposed a unilateral ceasefire. A row has broken out in Russia between the Chechen leader and opposition activists. Sarah Palin's endorsement of Donald Trump as Republican vice-presidential candidate is a huge boost for the party. A BBC presenter has been barred from travelling to the US because of new visa rules. Colin Fleming says players should be banned from tennis if they are found to be guilty of match-fixing. The UK unemployment rate has fallen to its lowest level in more than a decade, official figures show. Northern Ireland is one of the world's largest producers of poultry. Satellite images of an ancient monastery in Iraq suggest it has been destroyed by Islamic State (IS) militants. The family of a man killed in a crash on the M1 have called for changes to road safety. A new species of bird has been discovered in the north-eastern Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh. Australia completed a series whitewash over India with a 72-run win in Canberra. A hydrographer has discovered the depth of Loch Ness. The winners of this year's St David Awards have been announced. Harlequins head coach Conor O'Shea will leave the club at the end of the season. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) is investigating a series of cyber-related blackmail attacks on men. Austria has said it will limit the number of migrants seeking asylum. England all-rounder Katherine Brunt's last over helped Perth Thunder reach the final of the Women's Big Bash League. Football fans have criticised the "shameful" 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- 888-565- League Two side Colchester United have signed Southampton midfielder Jack McQueen on a season-long loan deal. Toulon have confirmed they are interested in playing in the Super Rugby competition in England. A man who made a hoax bomb threat to Bristol Airport has been jailed for three years. Carlisle United have signed QPR midfielder Brandon Comley on loan until the end of the season. Women's Super League One side Glasgow Ladies have re-signed Sunderland midfielders Hannah Sjoman and Carly Sjoman. More than 100 jobs are under threat at a glass factory in County Antrim, the Unite union has said. Firefighters have been tackling a blaze at a thatch in Suffolk. High Street fashion chain Brantano has gone into administration. Australian police have asked for an investigation into the death of a woman in Indonesia. Two baby otters have been born at a zoo in Australia. The Home Office has apologised for a "regrettable typographical error" in a press release. Burnley and Wales striker Sam Vokes is targeting a place at Euro 2016 after signing a new three-and-a-half-year contract with the Premier League club. Plans for a new housing development in Flintshire have been given the go-ahead. Dylan Hartley will not be England captain, says Ian Ritchie. Is a vote to leave the European Union? League Two side Leyton Orient have signed Chesterfield midfielder Armand Gnanduillet for an undisclosed fee. Former Olympic champion Mark Lewis-Francis has been left out of Great Britain's squad for the World Championships in London. Alexis Sanchez scored on his return from injury as Arsenal beat Burnley to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals. National League side Braintree Town have signed Birmingham City midfielder Jack Cooper on loan until the end of the season. Hundreds of people have taken part in demonstrations in the Republic of Ireland calling for a change in the way water is run. Labour is "walking in the opposite direction" ahead of the next general election, one of the party's MPs has warned. Ospreys captain Matthew Rees says his side's European Champions Cup defeat by Exeter was " redundant". Stoke City captain Ryan Shawcross could be out for up to four weeks with a hamstring injury. Brighton have signed Stoke City midfielder Steve Sidwell on loan until the end of the season. Three people have been arrested after a man was found with serious head injuries in Brighton. The number of children in care in Kent has more than doubled in the past year, a council has said. Sheffield Wednesday came from behind to draw with Burnley at Hillsborough. Jamie Vardy scored twice as Leicester moved seven points clear at the top of the Premier League with victory at Liverpool. Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has said there will be a second referendum on whether Australia should become a republic. England suffered a crushing innings-and-209-run defeat by South Africa in the fourth Test. A Saudi source has told the BBC that a $10m (£6m) donation to Malaysia's Prime Minister Najib Razak in 2013 was authorised by the Saudi royal family. Ross County have signed Aberdeen midfielder David Quinn on loan until the end of the season. A 92-year-old woman has been told she will have to dig up the road to install her landline. It is 50 years since the first Action Man toy was launched in the UK. Leeds Rhinos say they will be out for six months after their Kirkstall training site was flooded. John Hardie is sitting in a gaff. Three hospitals in Bristol have gone on black alert. Apple has reported a fall in iPhone sales and forecast a fall in revenue for the next three months. If the UK votes to leave the European Union, work permits would be restricted to higher-skilled workers, a think tank says. Israel's defence minister has said he hopes Turkey will help fight Islamic State (IS) militants. Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has met Pope Francis on the final day of his visit to Italy and France. Johanna Konta and Andy Murray have become the third British woman to reach the semi-finals of the Australian Open. Harlequins rugby player Ryan Watkins has been banned by UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs. Wales coach Warren Gatland says he is "frustrated" by his side's failure to reach the World Cup final. "I'm pretty much the female version of Jason Bourne," says Johanna Konta. The future of Welsh universities is "critical" to the future of the country, the head of Universities Wales has said. For many people, digital technology is a big business. St Mirren have signed former Scotland striker David Clarkson on loan from Motherwell until the end of the season. Manchester City midfielder Kevin de Bruyne will be out for up to 10 weeks with a hamstring injury sustained in the Europa League win over Everton. TalkTalk has confirmed that three people have been arrested in India on suspicion of data theft. octopuses have shown signs of aggression and aggression, according to a new study. Finance firm Royal Sun Alliance is to close its Birmingham office with the loss of 190 jobs. In the middle of a busy day in London's Hyde Park, Emma Black was running. Health experts have called on the government to lower the legal drink-driving limit in England and Wales. Plans for a new school campus in East Ayrshire are to be named in honour of author William McIlvanney. A 25-year-old man has died after his car was involved in a collision with a lorry on the A74(M) in South Lanarkshire. Regulators are to investigate former HBOS executives over the bank's collapse in 2008. A County Down doctor has become the first person in Northern Ireland to climb a mountain every day for a month. Luton Town have signed Southend United striker Luke Pigott on loan until the end of the season. Leigh Centurions head coach Paul Rowley has resigned. A murder investigation has been launched after a body was found in woodland. Jack Raggett scored the winner as Dover came from behind to beat Welling and boost their National League play-off hopes. A convicted murderer has admitted attacking a man at a Christmas party. Tranmere Rovers have signed Welling United midfielder Ben Jefford on loan until the end of the season. In the middle of the night, prisoners at HMP Dumfries are in a cell. Football Association chairman Greg Dyke has announced he will step down at the end of the season. A woman in her 20s has died following a crash in Ballymena, County Antrim. St Johnstone striker Steven MacLean has signed a new one-year contract with the club. The UK is the worst place in the world to breastfeed, a study suggests. Antonio Sanabria scored the only goal of the game as Gary Neville's Valencia side were beaten by Rayo Vallecano. Cristiano Ronaldo scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid thrashed Espanyol to go top of La Liga. Cross-border rail services between Wales and England should remain within the Wales and Border franchise, the transport secretary has said. A dog has been found dead in a wheelie bin in Lancashire. The Church of England and the Church of Scotland have signed a joint report. Wrexham have signed Shrewsbury Town defender Jack Caton on loan until the end of the season. Europe has launched a new network of Earth observation satellites. Britain's Hannah Lucas won gold in the Finn class at the Sailing World Cup in Racice. Saturday's League One game between Oldham Athletic and MK Dons has been postponed because of a waterlogged pitch. David Graham scored a late winner as Ross County beat Linlithgow Rose to reach the Scottish Cup quarter-finals. Turkey has accused Russia of violating its airspace. Six people have been arrested following clashes between rival groups in Maidstone. 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Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has posted a video online threatening to kill Russian opposition leader Mikhail Kasyanov. The UN's human rights chief has called for an investigation into a shooting in the south-eastern Turkish city of Cizre. An RAF pilot was forced to make an emergency landing in formation after suffering a suspected heart attack. Samsung is to allow ad-blockers to be installed on its Android browser. Southeastern Trains is to pay compensation to passengers affected by flooding on the Dover to Dover railway. A care worker who stole more than £100,000 from a disabled man to fund a "luxurious lifestyle" has been jailed. Charlton Athletic have signed striker Yann Kermorgant on loan from Ajax until the end of the season. Gary Neville's Valencia side came from behind to draw with Barcelona and reach the Copa del Rey final. A man and a woman found dead at a house in Bradford have been named by police. Newport County manager Justin Edinburgh has turned down an approach from Gillingham for defender Lee Byrne. The head of the National Crime Agency, Noelle Owens, was accused of "moral cowardice" over her handling of child protection cases, the BBC has learned. Wycombe boosted their League Two play-off hopes with victory at 10-man Dagenham. Malaysia has criticised Switzerland's attorney-general for saying billions of dollars may have been misappropriated from a state fund. Brazilian football star Neymar has appeared in court in Spain on charges of fraud over his transfer to Barcelona. The body of a man has been found in a car in the West Midlands. Historic buildings in West Yorkshire need to be "thrilled" by the loss of a former textile mill in Bradford, Historic England has said. Two people have died after a yacht ran aground off the coast of South Africa. The BBC has been using social media to deliver news stories across the world. British astronaut Tim Peake has been speaking to schoolchildren for the first time. Liverpool Ladies have signed England midfielder Jess Greenwood from Notts County Ladies. Internet of Things devices have been found to be insecure, according to security researchers. A boy who suffers from a sleep disorder after being given a flu vaccine has been awarded £120,000 in compensation. Former Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov has accused President Vladimir Putin of "silent encouragement" after a video appeared in him. The next stage of the Scotland Bill has been delayed until next month. Tim Peake has been speaking to children in the International Space Station. Swansea City midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson says the club are "seeing the old Swansea" again. A girl who was left "scared of the dark" after her home was ransacked has written a letter to the burglars. South Africa's President Jacob Zuma has said he will pay back the money he spent on upgrading his private home. The head of the European Commission has defended the UK's plan to limit the amount of in-work benefits paid to new EU migrants. Finance Secretary John Swinney has defended the Scottish government's funding deal for local authorities. French police have demolished a Roma (Gypsy) camp in Paris. The family of a woman who took her own life have criticised a health trust for failing to investigate hundreds of unexpected deaths. Celtic made their first signing of the January transfer window. London Underground workers are to be balloted on a new Night Tube pay deal, the RMT union has said. A bird has taken a "photobomb" at a railway station in north Wales. Protecting forests could displace millions of people, according to a new study. Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump has accused Ted Cruz of "stealing" the Iowa caucus. Annan Athletic's Scottish Cup win over Hamilton Academical was a dream come true. Chelsea striker Radamel Falcao has been left out of the club's Champions League squad. A cat who went missing more than two years ago has been reunited with his owner after being found at a pet store. Democratic presidential hopefuls Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders have clashed over who is the real progressive. Cologne's annual carnival is under way, following a series of sex attacks on women on New Year's Eve. Part of the M6 in the West Midlands has reopened after a man died in a crash with a lorry. The head of the University of Aberdeen has called on the Scottish government to withdraw changes to the way universities are governed. A World War One veteran has been reunited with his missing suit after it was accidentally taken from a train. David Chase has a talent. Navinder Sarao, the UK trader accused of contributing to the 2010 Wall Street "flash crash", has gone on trial in the US. A man has appeared in court charged with murder following a fire in Fraserburgh. Police are being investigated over its handling of the search for a woman who was later found dead. The number of people killed on Britain's roads rose to 49 in the year to September, official figures show. A British teacher died from carbon monoxide poisoning while on holiday in China, an inquest has heard. BBC Radio 4's Valentine's Day programme is one of my favourite programmes. A former primary school teacher has been jailed for 12 years for raping and sexually abusing girls. US toy-maker Mattel is in talks to merge with rival Hasbro, according to reports. Four British sailors have become the first all-amputee team to row the Atlantic. German police have arrested two Algerians suspected of links to so-called Islamic State (IS), prosecutors say. Indonesia's economy grew by just 1% in the last three months of 2015, according to official figures. Volkswagen has delayed the release of its first full-year results since the emissions scandal. Earth Wind & Fire were one of the most successful disco bands in the 1970s. People are being urged to register to vote in May's assembly and police and crime commissioners elections. Plans for hundreds of homes in Rhondda Cynon Taff have been put forward. A convicted drug dealer who was on the run for two years has been arrested. Thousands of Syrians have arrived at the Turkish border to escape fighting in northern Syria, the UN says. Two bottles of whisky salvaged from a sunken ship could be added to the official record. Bernie Sanders is one of the most popular candidates in the race for the US presidency. This year's Winter Olympics in Beijing, China, has opened. The US has stepped up security ahead of next week's Super Bowl in California. Shrewsbury came from three goals down to beat Blackpool in League One. Giannelli Imbula scored his first Premier League goal as Stoke beat Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium. East Stirlingshire eased to victory over Stenhousemuir in Scottish League One. Jack Parkin scored twice as Forest Green Rovers beat Halifax Town in the National League. Christian Eriksen scored a late winner as Tottenham returned to the top of the Premier League with victory at Manchester City. A woman has been airlifted to hospital after falling 20ft (6m) down a cliff in Dorset. England's win over Scotland in the Six Nations was a huge game. David Cameron's EU reform deal is likely to see a " surge" in migrants in the next year, Eurosceptic have warned. Chris and Gabby Adcock have won the men's doubles title at the England Championships. The UN Security Council has condemned North Korea's launch of a long-range rocket. Kirsty Bankier won her 10th Scottish National Championships title with victory in the women's doubles final in Glasgow. When I first arrived at Zica in the Indian capital, Delhi, last week, I was surprised by the news that the Indian car name has been named the Premier Padmini. Video footage has emerged of a suspected bomb attack on a plane in Somalia last week that killed 14 people. The Women's World Twenty20 will be held at Lord's next year, the England and Wales Cricket Board has announced. Liberia's Football Association (LFA) has threatened to take legal action against the head of Fifa. The birthplace of Peter Pan has been the centre of a multi-million pound restoration project. Catalans Dragons prop Paul Aiton has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. An Indian soldier who was trapped under an avalanche on the Siachen glacier in Indian-administered Kashmir last week has been found alive, the army says. Colchester's winless run extended to seven games as they were held to a draw by 10-man Chesterfield. Rafael Nadal will play in the Aegon Championships at Queen's Club in June. A school has changed its name following the rise of so-called Islamic State. The number of children referred to the NHS over the past five years has more than doubled in the past five years, figures show. Russia's military has begun large-scale exercises in southern Russia. Eastleigh have signed Portsmouth striker Craig Tubbs on loan. Photographs of homeless families in England more than 40 years ago are being sought by a charity. Quinton de Kock and Hashim Amla hit centuries as South Africa beat England by seven wickets in the third one-day international. The boss of British Airways, Walsh, has said Northern Ireland could be an "advantage" for airlines. Hull FC made it two wins from two in Super League with a thumping win at Catalans Dragons. A judge has been appointed to review the Metropolitan Police's handling of child sex abuse allegations. Tullow Oil has reported a pre-tax loss of £1.2bn for 2015. Uefa is to set up an online portal for Northern Ireland fans to buy tickets for Euro 2016. Nathan Gill is UKIP's Welsh MEP. Scotland's pig industry is in a "cash negative situation", according to a farming union. A baby boy who died of sepsis could have survived if he had been in hospital, an inquest has heard. Scientists have found that angry faces make the horse's heart faster than happy ones. It's been a difficult few days for the Welsh government. Former Bolton Wanderers chairman Phil Gartside has died at the age of 74. League Two side Hartlepool United have appointed Craig Hignett as their new manager. Rio de Janeiro's samba school, Samba, has won the carnival title for the first time. Sunderland have terminated Adam Johnson's contract after he pleaded not guilty to charges of sexual activity with a child. Former Tour de France winner David Miller has joined British Cycling's anti-doping team. Gunmen have opened fire on the offices of two Turkish newspapers in Istanbul, police say. Work has started on a multi-million pound shopping development in Oxford. Kyren Wilson says his record-breaking run at the German Open was the best of his career. New Hartlepool United manager Craig Hignett says he is "walking into a positive situation". A teenager has admitted assaulting and robbing a taxi driver with a machete. Plans for wind poles at Donald Trump's Aberdeenshire golf resort have been submitted. Leeds United chief executive Steve Raynor says the club's owner Massimo Cellino has been "very positive". French President Francois Hollande has named former Prime Minister Ayrault as his new foreign minister. The number of women being treated for breast cancer in Northern Ireland is expected to rise by two thirds in 20 years, according to new figures. It's one of the biggest games in the world. Pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has been fined by the UK's competition watchdog. It's been a long time for actress Lily James to play a zombie in a new film, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. The 2016 Youth Olympics are getting under way in Norway. Uber has agreed to pay $1bn (£700m) to settle lawsuits brought by customers in the US. The chief executive of Royal Bank of Scotland has said the UK should hold a referendum on the UK's membership of the European Union. What do we know about the stability of the world's banks? A police force's policy on detaining mentally ill people has been criticised by a doctor. Grimsby Town have signed former York City midfielder Jack Straker on a deal until the end of the season. The Independent newspaper is to close its print editions in March, its owner has announced. Scotland's Deputy First Minister John Swinney has set out his proposals for the fiscal framework for new powers. Serial killer Levi Bellfield has denied giving a confession to the murder of Milly Dowler. Arsenal were held to a goalless draw by Championship side Hull City in the FA Cup fourth round. Fleetwood boosted their League One play-off hopes with victory at Scunthorpe. Dagenham & Redbridge's winless run in League Two came to an end as Krystian Pearce was sent off. Jack Parkin scored twice as Forest Green Rovers came from behind to beat Cheltenham Town. Match report to follow. Russia's Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev has told the Munich Security Conference that Nato is the "worst threat" to Russia. League One side Accrington Stanley have signed Swansea City striker Jack Grimes on loan until the end of the season. Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal says it will be "very difficult" for his side to qualify for the Champions League. UK scientists say they have found a new mix of cement to protect nuclear waste. France has condemned Turkey's bombardment of a Kurdish militia in northern Syria. The health minister has announced an extra £1m for the autism assessment system. Warrenpoint Town will return to the top of the Irish Premiership when they host Carrick Rangers on Monday night. Liberal Democrat peer Lord Avebury has died at the age of 83. Laura Trott beat Laura Waters to win the British Squash Championship for the second time. North Korean workers at the Kaesong industrial park in North Korea have been paid their wages, the South says. A 16-year-old boy arrested in connection with a crash in which two teenagers died has been released without charge. Eddie Izzard is to run 27 marathons in 27 days to raise money for Sport Relief. A 15-year-old girl has told a court she was sexually assaulted by footballer Adam Johnson. The children's books are one of the most popular in the world. Catalans Dragons have signed former Australia prop Willie Mason on a deal until the end of the season. David Cameron's team has decided to reveal its plan to campaign for the UK to leave the European Union. Lee Clark has been confirmed as the new manager of Kilmarnock on a two-and-a-half-year contract. Taylor Swift has been named album of the year at the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. Brighton eased to a comfortable win at Bristol City in the Championship. An 11-year-old boy has been hailed as a "hope" at the Grammy Awards. Pakistan's southern province of Sindh has passed a law recognising Hindu marriages. When I first met a 20-year-old woman. Wasps have signed England fly-half Danny Cipriani on a two-year deal. UK inflation rose in January for the first time in more than two years, official figures have shown. Three pupils at St Andrews College have left the school after cannabis was found on school property. Philippine Attorney General Ramon Ordonez has ordered an investigation into the country's police chief, Rodolfo Palomino. Leanne Wood grew up in Tonypandy, Rhondda. Plaid Cymru has launched its assembly election campaign with a pledge to create a "well-educated and wealthier Wales". The world's grasslands must double the amount of fertiliser it needs to be used to boost the production of milk and meat. Fleetwood Town have signed Swindon Town striker Adam Burns on loan until the end of the season. England international Jess Nobbs has signed a new contract with Women's Super League One side Arsenal Ladies. Most of Northern Ireland's business community support the UK leaving the European Union, according to a survey by the Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce. Victims of domestic violence are to be offered therapy as part of a new scheme to tackle the problem. A man has been charged in connection with an alleged fraud at the Brighton and Hove music festival. The UK will not "act in isolation" against terrorism, the prime minister has said. China has deployed surface-to-air missiles on a disputed island in the South China Sea, Taiwan's defence ministry says. Newport Gwent Dragons flanker Matthew Pewtner has been forced to retire because of epilepsy. Scientists have found a way to fight a deadly fungus in birds. Flying Scotsman has been unveiled as its new colour after a five-year restoration project. Aston Villa captain Darren Bent could make his first appearance in under new manager Remi Garde. Two planes have collided at an airport in the US state of Michigan. Two police forces in Wales have been rated "inadequate" by inspectors. A railway company has had its safety certificate revoked. British Commonwealth leaders have written to David Cameron calling for the UK to stay in the European Union. Paramedics have been praised for saving the life of a man who suffered a cardiac arrest 17 times. If you're a journalist, it's hard to know what's like to be a journalist. Austria has announced plans to limit the number of migrants entering the country. The Soloist building in Belfast city centre has been sold. US Secretary of State John Kerry has said there is "every evidence" of an increase in militarisation in the South China Sea. Surrey Police needs to improve the way it investigates more complex crime, the police watchdog has said. (Close): London's leading shares closed lower, with mining stocks among the biggest fallers. Computer systems at a Los Angeles hospital have been restored after being hit by a ransomware attack. A Florida teenager has been arrested on suspicion of posing as a medical doctor. Prime Minister David Cameron has announced that the UK will vote on whether or not to stay in or leave the European Union. More than half of people affected by flooding in York have applied for grants, the BBC has learned. Bolton Wanderers have agreed a deal to sell the club to former striker Dean Holdsworth. It was a night in Paris. A new genetic test has been developed by the British Heart Foundation. Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal said his side were "not so good" in their 2-1 defeat at Borussia Monchengladbach. Ride-sharing service Uber has said it is losing $1bn a year in China, according to reports. China has accused the US of militarising the South China Sea. A new affordable housing scheme in Northern Ireland will not work, according to a new report. British soldiers spent less than half of their time at the front of World War One, research has found. England's Twenty20 series against South Africa was abandoned without a ball being bowled because of rain. Skyscanner has reported a sharp rise in revenues. Premier League and Premier League tickets are being sold illegally, according to the Football Association. A new army mascot has been appointed following the death of one of its mascots. Tribesmen have clashed with Islamic State (IS) militants in the Iraqi city of Fallujah. Prime Minister David Cameron has agreed a package of reforms to the UK's membership of the EU. Bolivians have rejected a proposal to allow President Evo Morales to run for a third term. An elderly man has been attacked and robbed in his home in Glasgow. The justice secretary has said he will vote to leave the European Union in June's referendum. Andre Gray scored twice as Championship leaders Burnley came from behind to beat struggling Bolton. Newport County boosted their League Two survival hopes with victory over Mansfield Town. Marko Arnautovic scored twice as Stoke eased to victory over Aston Villa at the Britannia Stadium. An 86-year-old woman facing deportation from the UK has been suspended by the Home Office. South Africa completed a series whitewash over England with a seven-wicket victory in the second Twenty20 international. Labour may have to "shut up shop" if it wins the assembly election, the shadow Welsh secretary has told the party's spring conference. Tottenham moved level on points with Premier League leaders Leicester after coming from behind to beat Swansea. Uganda's main opposition leader Kizza Besigye has condemned President Yoweri Museveni's re-election. Boris Johnson is one of Britain's most colourful politicians. It's been a busy week in Westminster. Russia has condemned a series of bomb attacks in Syria that left more than 100 people dead. Facebook's chief executive has said he is "pretty sympathetic" to Apple's refusal to help unlock an iPhone. The trial of 32 people accused of spying for Iran has begun in Saudi Arabia. Derby County striker Chris Martin says he has been "non-existent" for the last two months. UKTV has been censured for broadcasting a segment of Derren Brown's self-asphyxiation show. Jared Payne is a doubt for Ireland's Six Nations match against England at Twickenham on Saturday. London Mayor Boris Johnson's decision to challenge Prime Minister David Cameron for the UK's membership of the EU has been widely welcomed in European media. Bristol Rovers manager Darrell Clarke says he does not fear for his job despite the club's new owners. The World Twenty20 gets under way in India this week. Paris St-Germain missed the chance to go top of Ligue 1 as they were beaten at Lyon. Boris Johnson's intervention in the EU referendum debate has made headlines around the world. Facebook has released its most detailed map yet of the world. Talks on the fiscal framework for new tax and welfare powers are at a "critical point", a UK government minister has said. Napoli missed the chance to go top of Serie A as they were held to a draw by AC Milan. A teenager who was held at knifepoint by two men has said he thought he was going to die. Efe Ambrose scored twice as Colchester came from behind to beat Bradford City. Barnsley boosted their League One play-off hopes with victory over Coventry City. Ross County extended their lead at the top of the Premiership to eight points with victory at Kilmarnock. Grimsby boosted their National League play-off hopes with victory at Aldershot. A search is under way for a 21-year-old woman who has been missing in Thailand. Asia's biggest commodities trader, Noble, has warned that its assets have been hit by the fall in commodity prices. Former Genk boss Alex McLeish has been confirmed as the new coach of Egyptian side Zamalek. Celtic have been fined £20,000 by Uefa for crowd disturbances during their Champions League match against Galatasaray. Holly Ball is to co-host this year's Olivier Awards. Scientists at Harper Adams University in Washington are implanting slugs into their skin for the first time. Catalans Dragons prop Adam Garbutt has apologised for his red card in Saturday's Super League defeat by Hull FC. A man has died after falling from a cherry picker at a factory in Lincoln. Turkish prosecutors say they have identified the bomber who carried out last week's deadly bombing in the capital, Ankara. Home Depot has reported better-than-expected sales, helped by strong demand in the US housing market. Community groups in Gwynedd have threatened to hand in their keys if they do not sign up to a new lease. Defending champion Angelique Kerber was knocked out of the Australian Open in the second round by Zheng Saisai. Johnson & Johnson has been ordered to pay $10m (£6m) to the family of a woman who died of ovarian cancer after using its talcum powder. The prime minister has said the police in Northern Ireland need to be "properly resourced". The NHS in England is to change the way it pays for new cancer drugs. Peterborough United manager Graham Westley believes his side have "lost their way" in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat at MK Dons. South Africa is in "crisis", Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan has said. A nest of Egyptian geese has been found in a box at a nature reserve. The Duchess of Cambridge has taken part in a tennis workshop with tennis star Judy Murray. A football fan who entered the pitch at a League One game has been given a suspended prison sentence. France striker Karim Benzia is set to play for Algeria for the first time. One of the world's most famous locomotives, the Flying Scotsman, is set to return to the railways. Fifa will elect a new president on Friday, replacing Sepp Blatter. A speedboat crash in Southampton was caused by a lack of safety measures, a report has found. Northern Ireland's Michael Sharvin shot a six-under-par 66 to move into contention at the Australian Open. Blackburn Rovers have appointed former captain David Dunn as their new first-team coach. Aberdeen City Council has approved its budget for the next financial year. The row between Apple and the FBI over the access to the data of one of the San Bernardino killers has reignited the debate about encryption. The girlfriend of footballer Adam Johnson has told a court she is "just going to remain friends". Pakistan have been given the go-ahead to play their World Twenty20 matches in India. Harvard University is to change the name of its staff, amid protests over its use of the word "master". England head coach Eddie Jones says it is "not illegal" to target Ireland fly-half Johnny Sexton. Emma Croker will make her first start for England in Saturday's Women's Six Nations match against Ireland. Plans to close two Welsh medium schools in Haverfordwest have been approved by councillors. A union has said there is "an element of doubt" about the future of Tata Steel Europe. Former England all-rounder Darren Lewis is to tour the county's first-class counties this season. Republican front-runner Donald Trump and his rivals have attacked each other in a heated debate in Las Vegas. Jack Disley scored the only goal of the game as Grimsby beat Forest Green to move up to third in League Two. An Australian research ship that ran aground in Antarctica has been flown home. The Belfast Telegraph is set to move to a new premises in the city centre. Four men have been found guilty of their part in a series of raids on museums and auction houses. Three brothers who sexually abused women in Rotherham were "furious" with one of their victims, a court has heard. More than one billion contactless payments were made in the UK last year, according to industry figures. A diver has been rescued after getting into difficulty while diving off the west coast of Scotland. A newlywed has told a court he was attacked by two men who asked him to move away from a fireplace. Kent County have reported a loss of more than £1m for the financial year to the end of March. Five candidates are standing in the London mayoral election. A dean at the University of Texas has said he will leave the university after a new law allowing students to carry guns on campus. A post-mortem on a man shot dead by the Army in west Belfast more than 40 years ago has found a bullet in his body. Wales captain Sam Warburton says the Six Nations match against England will be "one of the toughest Test matches I've been involved". Andre Gray's first-half penalty was enough to give Championship leaders Burnley victory over Blackburn. Jack Marriott scored the only goal of the game as Luton beat Leyton Orient in League Two. Mame Biram Diouf's late equaliser earned Stoke a point against Premier League leaders Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Torquay United boosted their National League survival hopes with victory over Kidderminster Harriers. UK finance ministers have said a UK exit from the European Union would be a "shock to the world economy". A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman and a woman were found dead at a house in Sheffield. West Brom manager Tony Pulis says striker Saido Berahino is as good as Harry Kane and Leicester's Jamie Vardy. American Jason Bohn has been taken to hospital after suffering a suspected heart attack at the Honda Classic in Florida. Inverness Caledonian Thistle manager John Hughes was left frustrated by his side's second-half display against Dundee. The government should set a "bold new" broadband target, according to the Institute of Directors (IoD). A 17-year-old boy has been stabbed to death in Bristol. Glasgow City thrashed Inverness 14-0 in the first round of the SWPL League Cup. A custody sergeant accused of the manslaughter of a man who died after being restrained was "not at fault", a court has heard. Each day we feature a photograph sent in from across England - the gallery will grow during the week. A project to revitalise the Twelve Closes of the Old Town in Edinburgh has been announced. Barcelona's La Liga title hopes suffered a blow as they lost 3-0 at Rayo Vallecano. Ulster pair Iain Henderson and Tommy Bowe could return from injury in time for the Pro12 game against Zebre. One of the UK's most notorious drug dealers has been jailed for more than five years. US Supreme Court Justice Thomas has asked a lawyer for the Department of Justice for the first time in more than a decade. Three wards at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness have reopened to the public. A New York judge has ruled that a 1789 law can be used to force Apple to help unlock an iPhone. The introduction of a 5p charge for single-use plastic bags in England has led to the loss of dozens of jobs. Nico Rosberg headed a Mercedes one-two in the second day of pre-season testing in Barcelona. A rollercoaster crash at Alton Towers is to reopen next month. The Channel Tunnel is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. Loganair has completed the first phase of a multi-million pound refurbishment of its fleet. A plan to boost walking and cycling in Wales has been published by the Welsh government. A house has been destroyed in a fire in Aberdeen. A pit bull is to be flown to the US in a bid to save it from being put down. Wales scrum-half Neil Jenkins says criticism of their style of play in the Six Nations is "a bit baffling". whistleblowers have accused the former chief executive of bullying and bullying at a council-run company. Two men have been jailed for fly-tipping in Birmingham. Spain's Socialist leader has lost a confidence vote in parliament in a bid to form a government. South Korea's opposition has broken the world record for the longest filibuster in parliament. The sister of Arlene Arkinson has told an inquest she felt police did not do enough to investigate her disappearance. Scotland's economic growth is continuing to slow, according to a new report. Derbyshire seamer Tom Taylor has signed a new two-year contract with the county. The number of motorcyclists killed in London has more than doubled in the past year, according to Transport for London (TfL). Mike Young, the creator of one of Wales' most famous children's TV series, is celebrating the 30th anniversary of his birth. referee Kevin Friend has been taken to hospital after collapsing during Saturday's Premier League game at Bournemouth. An Australian author has been awarded a prestigious literary prize after receiving an email from a US university. Troubled Japanese conglomerate Toshiba is reported to be in trouble. A woman who died in a two-car crash in the Scottish Borders has been named by police. Domino's Pizza Group has reported a sharp rise in annual profits, helped by a rise in online sales. Australian Olympic silver medallist Sarah Tait has died at the age of 31. League Two club Exeter City have announced a profit for the last financial year. Growth in the UK's dominant service sector slowed in February, according to a closely watched survey. A woman has been told to keep her dog under control after it bit a postman. The Welsh Conservative leader has called for an independent inquiry into the NHS in Wales. It's that time of year again when you're a child. Footage has emerged of a police dog being kept in a cage for two years. US women's football star Chastain is to donate her brain to research into the effects of concussion. MSPs have called for new and existing MSPs to get a " decent cup of coffee" at the Scottish Parliament. Police investigating the murder of a man in the Republic of Ireland are searching for a stolen car. Asian markets were mostly higher on Friday, following a strong lead from Wall Street. Snow has caused travel disruption across parts of England. Police in Peru have questioned two British tourists who posed naked at Machu Picchu. US rapper Lamar has released a new album, Untitled Unmastered. The number of sexual abuse allegations made against UN peacekeepers has more than doubled in two years, according to a UN report. A Turkish court has acquitted two migrants of causing the death of Alan Kurdi. Saudi Arabia's Prince Al Hussein has backed Apple's refusal to help it unlock a phone used by one of the San Bernardino attackers. A woman has died after being set on fire at a house in Greater Manchester. Schools in England will receive a national rate for each pupil under plans announced by Education Secretary Nicky Morgan. Atletico Madrid moved up to second in La Liga with a hard-fought win over Valencia. World number one Andy Murray gave Great Britain a 2-0 lead over Japan in their Davis Cup first-round tie. Brazil's former President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has been accused of obstruction of justice. More than 5,000 people have signed up in a bid to find a stem cell match for a Cardiff woman with a rare form of leukaemia. A man has admitted starting a fire which destroyed a former seaside resort. A woman has been charged with the murder of a man who was stabbed to death in south-west London. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a global public health emergency over the Zika virus. Derry City suffered their first Premier Division defeat of the season as they were beaten 2-1 by Harps at Finn Park. Sheffield Panthers kept up the pressure on Elite League leaders Cardiff Devils with a thumping win at the SSE Arena. Will Grigg's injury-time equaliser rescued a point for Colchester at Wigan. Michael Doughty scored a stoppage-time winner as Swindon came from two goals down to beat Millwall. Dan Holman scored a hat-trick as National League leaders Cheltenham thrashed Woking. Faissal El Bakhtaoui scored twice as Dunfermline Athletic eased to victory at Ayr United. Transport bosses in Nottingham have apologised after a spelling error was spotted on a bus sign. The Met Office has issued a warning of snow and ice across parts of Scotland. Two men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a teenager was stabbed. The family of a three-year-old boy who underwent a liver transplant have said they are "very happy" with the operation. Newcastle United have sacked manager Steve McClaren. Alex Schalk's injury-time goal gave Ross County victory over Hibernian in the Scottish League Cup final. More than 100 jobs are to be created at a former drug factory in Newcastle. Three men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after three people were stabbed in an Essex town. A letter written by John Lennon to his aunt is to be sold at auction. Rangers, Dundee United and Hibernian will meet in the Scottish League Cup semi-finals. Cardiff Devils are the best team in the Elite League, says goaltender Matt Bowns. Mae'n ffodus yn ddal y broses hir ac weithiau araf. London Underground (LU) drivers have voted to accept a new pay and conditions offer. The RSPCA is to review the way dogs seized by police were cared for at a kennels in Devon. The partner of a man missing after the collapse of Didcot Power Station has said there is "still a chance" he could be alive. The Bank of England's governor, Mark Carney, is back in the UK. NHS providers in England say they have seen little of extra funding for children's mental health services. A Norwegian man has died after his car was involved in a collision with a military tank. When Niki Lauda won the Formula 1 world title for the first time in the sport's history, the British Grand Prix was not broadcast in the UK. A woman has been given a suspended prison sentence for defrauding a charity set up in memory of a teenager who died from cancer. First Minister Gavin Robinson has accused those campaigning for the UK to leave the European Union of using fear tactics in the referendum campaign. (Close): US stocks closed higher on Wednesday, recovering some of the previous session's losses. Shola Aluko's late equaliser earned Nottingham Forest a point at Hull City. An Iranian couple who were transferred to Cambodia from an Australian detention centre have left the country. A UK exit from the European Union would be "slow, complicated and more costly", the PSNI's chief constable has said. Pwyswch yma am yr ateb cywir ac enwau'r adar eraill. South Africa batsman James Vince says he is relishing the chance to play in the World Twenty20 in India. Somalia's militant Islamist group al-Shabab has said more than 100 fighters have been killed in a US air strike. The England and Wales Cricket Board has announced a major shake-up of the game. Police are investigating after a car was set on fire in East Lothian. The world is in a financial rabbit hole. German Chancellor Angela Merkel has been at the centre of Europe's migration crisis. BBC Rewind looks at the pay gap between men and women. A man wanted in connection with the rape of a woman in Ayrshire has been named by police. A man has been jailed for his role in the murder of a man in Essex. Tributes have been paid to a Cardiff man who has died at the age of 83. The death of a baby boy was caused by a series of missed chances, an inquest has heard. Scotland's young players have been named in Gordon Strachan's squad for next month's friendly against the Czech Republic. Ronnie O'Sullivan was beaten 4-3 by Michael Holt in the first round of the Welsh Grand Prix. NHS trusts in England have been rated "inadequate" by the government. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the global economy is at a "delicate juncture". Stargazers across Asia have been treated to a spectacular solar eclipse. Kristin Purve-Jorendal was born in the western Indian city of Pune in 1973. European leaders are meeting in Brussels to try to find a solution to the migrant crisis. Workers at the Austin department store in Londonderry have spoken of their devastation after it went into liquidation. Sir Jeffery Amherst is one of the most famous British generals. Heavy rain has caused flooding in parts of Warwickshire. Britain's Victoria Williamson says she is "here to live another day" after a serious crash at the Track World Championships in Rotterdam. Google has been ordered to hand over details of people who posted fake reviews on its social network. The UN special envoy for Syria, Staffan de Mistura, says he will resume peace talks next week. One in six women and one in 12 men will be stalked in their lifetime, a charity has said. Lewis Hamilton has been criticised by Formula 1's decision to introduce the 'halo' head protection system. Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley has been accused of contempt of the House of Commons by an MP. Fossils of the earliest pine trees have been discovered by scientists. Islamic State (IS) militants have reportedly captured a suspected chemical weapons expert in Iraq. The government has been defeated in the House of Commons over plans to relax Sunday trading. A mother who was stabbed in the head with a knife has been discharged from hospital. Midwives at a hospital where a baby died were told she was ill, a misconduct hearing has heard. Heavy rain has caused flooding across parts of England and Wales. More than a third of drivers have been affected by potholes in the past two years, the AA has said. A Chinese woman's claim that her husband had divorced because of her "fat face" has sparked a backlash on social media. Myanmar's opposition National League for Democracy (NLD) has named its candidates for president. In the world of film-making, it is hard to see a Northern Ireland man working in the film industry. Mental health services for pregnant and newborn babies are to be funded by the Welsh government. Two fishing boats have run aground off the coast of Devon. Pupils at a school in North Yorkshire have been banned from playing Bulldog. Google has released the first draft of its next version of its Android operating system. London's Night Tube will be a "rowdy environment", according to police. Bristol have re-signed Bath full-back Luke Arscott on loan until the end of the season. The owner of Argos has reported better-than-expected sales for the first eight weeks of the year. England and Wales have accused Wales of scrummaging illegally during the Six Nations. Car maker TVR is to build its first car in south Wales, First Minister Carwyn Jones has announced. A care worker who caused a "catastrophic" injury to a six-week-old baby has been jailed for eight years. Hundreds of farmers have taken part in a rally in the Scottish Parliament. A doctor who stole more than £100,000 from a Lincolnshire surgery has been jailed for two years. Labour MP Sir Kevin Moore has said he has not breached House of Commons code of conduct or rules. US President Barack Obama has said there is " room for criticism" over the Libyan intervention. (Close): Wall Street markets were little changed on Thursday after the European Central Bank (ECB) decided not to cut interest rates. A 16-year-old boy has been taken to hospital after being abducted and assaulted in Blackburn. Insurer Old Mutual has announced plans to split off its four main units. Former England captain Stuart Pearce is set to make his debut for a non-league club. Police in the Republic of Ireland have carried out a search of properties in Dublin in connection with the murder of gangster John Byrne. Former Glasgow City Council leader Michael Matheson has been appointed as a visiting professor at Strathclyde University. Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley has said he is "disgusted" by his refusal to appear before MPs. nursery staff mistook a six-year-old boy for a "cooker bomb" when he spelt the word "cucumber", the BBC has learned. Russia says it does not need to elect a new leader to lead the country's athletics federation. A woman has told the inquest into the death of County Tyrone teenager Arlene Arkinson that she was sexually assaulted by Robert Howard. Sarah Pinkney has been appointed as the new chief constable of Hampshire Constabulary. Derek McInnes believes Gordon Strachan is the best left-back in Scotland. Nottingham Forest have signed striker Federico Macheda on loan from Cardiff City. Northern Ireland's Environment Minister Mark Durkan has been found guilty of breaching the ministerial code by approving a controversial planning framework. A former teacher who sexually assaulted a 15-year-old girl has been given a two-year suspended sentence. A group of bears have been caught on camera trying to sniff out a snake at a safari park in South Africa. The Scottish government is to invest £20m in general practice over the next year. One of the world's most famous locomotives has returned to a North Yorkshire railway. China's Ding Junhui reached the semi-finals of the China Open with a 4-0 win over China's Liang Wenbo. Prime Minister David Cameron has said he will not be standing for re-election in the West Midlands. US Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has been accused of promoting violence at his rallies. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has cancelled a rally in Chicago after clashes between supporters and protesters. Stephen McManus scored a hat-trick as Greenock Morton eased to victory over Alloa Athletic. Tom Shankland scored twice as St Mirren beat Livingston in the Scottish Championship. Sierra Leone's President Ernest Bai Koroma has signed into law a controversial abortion bill. Six people have been charged with a string of sex offences in South Yorkshire. An 86-year-old man had to be rescued from a motorway by police. The international community will "pay a high price" if it does not tackle the refugee crisis, Jordan's education minister has warned. Real Madrid have condemned claims made by a former French minister that Rafael Nadal may have failed a drugs test. Former Anglo Irish Bank chief executive David Drumm has appeared in court in the Republic of Ireland charged with fraud. The crew of Pan Am flight 73 have spoken for the first time about the hijacking of the plane. On the edge of Belgrade's central square, the Refugee Centre is a hive of activity. Emmerdale's set is to be opened to the public for the first time, ITV has announced. The "Princess" of Sealand has died at the age of 83. Militants have attacked a hotel in Burkina Faso's capital, Ouagadougou, killing at least 20 people. Bournemouth striker Andy King says the club will not "take the foot off the gas" if they are to avoid relegation. Councils in Wales have been hit by a drop in the price they get for recycling. The mother of a boy who was mauled by a dog in Rhondda Cynon Taff has been ordered to pay £100,000 in damages. A child protection worker has been jailed for two-and-a-half years for stealing more than £100,000 from her mother. A seven-year-old girl drowned in a hotel swimming pool in Lancashire, an inquest has heard. Boris Johnson has said it will be a " unifying moment" for those backing the UK to leave the EU. Politicians and politicians have been reacting to the death of a prison officer who was targeted in a bomb attack last week. Councils in Leicestershire are facing cuts in central government funding which threaten services they provide. A tree is to be planted in Carmarthenshire to mark the 300th anniversary of the work of landscape gardener Capability Brown. Wasps extended their unbeaten home run to seven games with a bonus-point win over Sale Sharks. Plans for a new technology park at the University of Sussex have been submitted. A fire at a 17th Century stately home in Manchester is being treated as suspicious by police. The family of a girl with a rare genetic condition say they are "thrilled" that a new drug will be available on the Welsh NHS. Olympic champion Zoe Smith has been named in the Great Britain weightlifting team for the European Championships in Norway. All images are copyrighted. Australian police are investigating the murder of a lawyer who represented crime bosses. British number one Johanna Konta was knocked out of the Miami Open in the second round by Karolina Pliskova. Former first minister Alex Salmond has delivered his final speech to the Scottish Parliament ahead of the Holyrood election. Beach hut owners have criticised plans to increase the cost of hiring on the Dorset coast. Kilmarnock manager Lee Clark has praised the courage of captain Steve Smith after he returned from injury. Wolfsburg's Nicklas Bendtner has been fined for leaving the club's training ground in a car. Kidderminster Harriers chairman Peter Brown says the football has been the best he has seen. Super League side Wakefield Wildcats have appointed former Hull KR boss Chris Chester as their new head coach. The head of the Northern Ireland Prison Service has said she is "devastated and beyond shock" at the death of a prison officer. Small businesses will be able to pay business rates from next year, the chancellor has announced. Les Hutchison's decision to sell his 76% stake in Motherwell has been a long-awaited milestone. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has been rated as "more dangerous" than a new Cold War. EU leaders are meeting in Istanbul to try to reach a deal with Turkey on the migrant crisis. Children who were injured when a trailer overturned on a school trip have spoken of their shock. Indian alcohol tycoon Vijay Mallya has denied reports that he has fled the country. Astronomers have spotted the most massive stars ever seen in the Milky Way. author Eddie Solomons has won this year's Waterstones Children's Book Prize for his first book. A dog has been stolen from a Somerset pet shop during a break-in. Three women have been arrested after a pupil suffered "sustained injuries" in a swimming pool at a school. Three schools in Edinburgh have been closed over safety concerns. Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish has been cleared to play for the Republic of Ireland. Motherwell have confirmed that Saturday's Premiership match against Aberdeen will go ahead as planned. A police officer who saved a 21-year-old man from falling from a building has been awarded a bravery award. In Case You Missed It: a round-up of interesting technology-related links shared over the weekend. A tipper truck has crashed into a house. Sussex have re-signed former batsman Murray Goodwin as first-team coach. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says he is not interested in signing Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Leaving the European Union would cost every household £850 a year, according to a think tank. Oldham is the most deprived town in England and Wales, according to new figures. A 25-year-old man has admitted murdering a teacher in a hotel room. Cardiff City manager Russell Slade says winning the League One play-off final would be the biggest achievement of his career. (Close): The S&P 500 closed at a record high on Friday, following the Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates on hold. A solicitor has admitted conspiring to supply cocaine. The funeral of Coronation Street creator Tony Warren has taken place at Manchester Cathedral. Russia says it has launched an offensive on the Syrian city of Palmyra. lecturers in Glasgow have suspended a one-day strike in a dispute over pay. Amnesty International has criticised the EU's deal with Turkey to ease the migrant crisis. East Fife boosted their Scottish League Two play-off hopes with a comfortable win at Montrose. Lewis Hamilton took pole position for the Australian Grand Prix as Formula 1's new qualifying format failed to work. A letter written by President Barack Obama and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin is to be auctioned. At least 30 Egyptian pilgrims have been killed in a bus crash in Saudi Arabia, state media report. Britain's Greg Grabarz won gold in the men's long jump at the World Championships in London. Firefighters have been tackling a blaze at a derelict mansion in Dumfries and Galloway. Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez says his side will "go right to the wire" to avoid Premier League relegation. Two new species of magnolias have been discovered in a forest in Mexico. A light aircraft has crashed in a field in Kent. Benik Afobe has been named in the DR Congo squad for next month's Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Angola. British comedian Eddie Izzard has completed 27 marathons in 27 days to raise money for charity. David Cameron is to set out his commitment to "compassionate Conservatism" in the wake of Iain Duncan Smith's resignation. Scotland must start with a "bang" start if they are to challenge the world's top teams, says centre Jonny Gray. Chelsea Ladies came from behind to beat Liverpool Ladies in Women's Super League One. A pilot has died after his light aircraft crashed in a field in Staffordshire. Boaty McBoatface is in the running to name a new polar research vessel. Cornish Pirates head coach Stuart Davies blamed "ill-discipline" for his side's 21-9 defeat by Exeter in the Championship play-off final. US President Barack Obama is to visit Cuba for the first time in more than 50 years. England's preparations for Euro 2016 suffered a blow as they were beaten by the Netherlands at Wembley. Robert Crofts says his move to League One side Gillingham was a "tough decision". A UK exit from the European Union would be "relatively small", ratings agency Moody's has said. The shortlist for this year's Dylan Thomas Prize has been announced. British astronaut Tim Peake and his team-mate Tim Peake have been using special effects on the International Space Station. A man has been shot in the leg near a primary school in west Belfast. Former Congolese Vice-President Jean-Pierre Bemba has been found guilty by the International Criminal Court (ICC) of war crimes. Morocco's Football Federation (FMRFF) has banned Raja Casablanca fans from their home games after crowd trouble marred a league match. The rate of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere was at least four times as big as the modern era, a study suggests. Australian police have arrested a 19-year-old man and a 15-year-old girl in Sydney. A jury has ordered US news website Gawker Media to pay an additional $10m (£6m) to Hulk Hogan. CCTV footage has been released of the moment police stormed the Lindt Cafe in Sydney, Australia. Indian Wells chief executive Ray Moore has resigned after making controversial comments about women's tennis. Eight people have been injured in a fire at a block of flats in Clydesmill. Gloucester Cathedral is to recruit girls as part of a new recruitment drive. Harrison Ford has said he did not want to return to the Indiana Jones film without a "really good script". Fans of Batman and Superman have been reacting to the world premiere of the new film, Batman v Superman. Johnston Press has reported a rise in annual profits, helped by a drive to cut costs. England off-spinner Danielle Hazell has been ruled out of the rest of the Women's World Twenty20 with a knee injury. UK house prices rose by more than expected in the year to the end of January, official figures have shown. There has been a series of attacks in the Belgian city of Brussels. Game of Thrones actress Gwendoline Christie is to star in the second series of Top of the Lake: China Girl. If you're a footballer, you'll have heard of Joe Allen. Two polar bears have mated for the first time in the UK in more than 25 years. Former Zambia and Ivory Coast coach Herve Renard will make his debut as Morocco coach in the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Jon Walters is expected to be fit for the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2016 opener against Sweden on Monday, 13 June. A motorcyclist has admitted causing the death of a cyclist by dangerous driving. "The Metropolitan Police has said it will not investigate allegations of historical child abuse." Wales captain Joe Ledley says Chris Coleman's decision to stay as manager is a "good decision". Fifa president Gianni Infantino has opened a new football centre in South Sudan. Plans to merge Cotswold District Council's police and crime commissioner could "signal the end" of Gloucestershire Police. Singer Graham McPherson has said he was involved in the restoration of Hastings Pier. A man has died in a paragliding crash in East Sussex. Edinburgh prop Alasdair Dickinson says the club need to win all of their remaining five Pro12 games. Myanmar's incoming finance minister has been caught using a fake university degree on his CV. refugees have been praised for saving the life of a German politician who was hit by a car. Litter on UK beaches has risen by more than a third in a year, according to a new survey. A zebra that escaped from a farm in Japan has died after being darted by police. Manchester United will play New City boss Pep Guardiola in a pre-season friendly in China. Friends of a British man missing in Brussels say they are "desperate" to find him. Temporary measures to allow disabled people to access a platform at Bath railway station have been criticised by campaigners. care services for older people in the Western Isles need "significant improvement", according to a new report. Three hospitals in the US have been hit by a ransomware attack that encrypted files. A fund has been set up to help Syrian refugees settle in Scotland. Scotland's most senior law officer, Frank Mulholland, is to step down at the end of the year. A man has admitted attacking a man with a baseball bat and a piece of wood during a break-in. John McGinn says Hibernian's players have been given time off to recharge their batteries. The US Supreme Court is considering a tie in a case between religious groups and the Obama administration over contraception. Former SNP leader Alex Salmond has said the case for Scotland's currency should be changed. South Yorkshire's chief constable has announced he is to retire. Eight men have been charged in connection with a crash in West Yorkshire which killed four people. Bombay House is one of India's most famous buildings. Edinburgh came from behind to beat Newport Gwent Dragons and move into the Pro12 play-off places. A man who dumped more than 100 tonnes of rubbish at the side of a road has been fined. The government has published a report on the impact of Brexit on the UK energy system. Each day we feature a photograph sent in from across England - the gallery will grow during the week. The US has charged seven Iranians with carrying out cyber-attacks on US infrastructure. National League side Forest Green Rovers have signed former Chelsea defender Paul Pidgeley on a deal until the end of the season. A 16-year-old girl who headbutted a police officer at Dundee Sheriff Court has been detained for eight months. Carlisle United have signed winger Pedro on a deal until the end of the season. Wales manager Chris Coleman praised his side's character after they came from behind to draw 1-1 with Northern Ireland. A late-night levy on bars and clubs in Liverpool has been rejected by councillors. Teachers in England received more than £16m in compensation last year, according to a union. A grant to the organisers of the T in the Park festival was a "legitimate policy decision", Audit Scotland has said. North Korea says it has carried out a drill simulating the South's presidential palace in Seoul. Jordi has paid tribute to his father Johan Cruyff. England have a "point to prove" in their World Twenty20 match against Sri Lanka on Saturday, says batsman Joe Root. A major road in Powys has reopened following two separate crashes. A suspected unexploded bomb has been found in a park in Lancashire. Scotland's ban on smoking in pubs and clubs would have inhaled at least half a tonne of toxic smoke, according to a new study. Events are to be held across the Republic of Ireland to mark the centenary of the Easter Rising. At least 30 people have been killed in three car bomb attacks in the southern Yemeni city of Aden, officials say. Millwall missed the chance to move into the League One play-off places as they were held to a goalless draw at Colchester. John O'Shea scored the winner as Chesterfield came from behind to beat Port Vale. Lee Johnson scored a stoppage-time winner as Motherwell beat Inverness Caledonian Thistle to keep their Premiership play-off hopes alive. Dundee moved seven points clear at the top of the Premiership with victory over Ross County. Falkirk missed the chance to go top of the Championship as they were held to a draw by Queen of the South. Police have appealed for information after a number of officers were attacked in Newry, County Down. Hundreds of potholes have been filled in Northumberland. The Archbishop of Canterbury has used his Easter message to condemn the Brussels bombings. At least 80 people have been killed in a suicide bomb attack on a football match in southern Iraq, officials say. Security has been stepped up at a football match between Germany and the Netherlands in Berlin. England made it through to the semi-finals of the World Twenty20 with a hard-fought win over Sri Lanka in Delhi. The number of requests for help for service personnel has more than doubled in a year, a charity has said. Police are treating a serious assault in Edinburgh as attempted murder. Scotland manager Gordon Strachan says captain Scott Brown has been a "big part" of his career. Hundreds of people have paid their respects to former Toronto Mayor Rob Ford, who died last week. National League strugglers Colwyn Bay have parted company with manager Paul Lynch by mutual consent. French cyclist Jean-Pierre Demoitie died after being hit by a motorbike during a race on Sunday, his team says. Bolton's Championship survival hopes suffered a blow as they were beaten at Brentford. A kayaker is missing after his boat capsized in a Surrey river. A teenager who stabbed a 15-year-old to death at an Aberdeen school has been jailed for eight years. One person has been injured in a crash on the M74(M) in Dumfries and Galloway. Ineos has said it is "a step closer" to running the Grangemouth petrochemical plant at full capacity. A council has said it would be "absolute lunacy" to move a boulder believed to have been hit by a car. A woman has admitted kidnapping a three-month-old baby from her Shropshire home. A fourth man has been arrested in connection with a shooting in Rugby. Donald Trump's campaignDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpsterDumpster A murder investigation has been launched after a man was stabbed in south-east London. South Africa's national parks are searching for a lion that has escaped from a national park. South Africa coach Ephraim Mashaba has blamed the team for their poor start to the Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign. A man has been stabbed to death in an alleyway in north London. Details of Belgian Prime Minister Charles Michel's office and his official residence have been found, reports say. A woman has died in a two-car crash on the A74(M) near Dalwhinnie in Dumfries and Galloway. Nottingham Panthers head coach Corey Neilson says Saturday's Elite League play-off semi-final against Fife Flyers is the hardest thing to win. A murder investigation has been launched after a body was found in woodland in Surrey. England were knocked out of the Women's World Twenty20 in the semi-finals by Australia. Oxford United have extended the loan of Everton midfielder George Kenny until the end of the season. A man armed with a fake Polish accent threatened a taxi driver during an armed robbery, a court has heard. Nigeria is one of the world's most successful countries. Widnes Vikings centre Joe Mellor has signed a new two-year contract with the Super League side. US investment giant BlackRock is set to cut up to 1,000 jobs as part of a cost-cutting drive. Pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) is to stop filing patents in the world's poorest countries. The FBI has agreed to help in a murder case following the San Bernardino attack. Sunderland have terminated the contract of defender Emmanuel Eboue by mutual consent. It is not every day that a school in Belfast is full of pupils. Little Mix fans have been left "gutted" after Jesy was forced to cancel two concerts in Belfast because of illness. A man who shone a laser beam at a police helicopter in Glasgow has been jailed. Each day we feature a photograph sent in from across England - the gallery will grow during the week. The NHS 111 phone line in Oxfordshire has been rated "inadequate" by health bosses. Hampshire all-rounder Gareth Berg could miss the start of the County Championship season with a knee injury, says director of cricket Dale Benkenstein. Scotland's Russell Knox says he is looking forward to playing with former champion Colin Lyle at this week's Masters. Valencia have appointed Pako Ayestaran as their new manager on a two-and-a-half-year contract. Library provision in England is " Feast or famine", a teachers' union conference has heard. Britain's Jamie McDonnell will make the first defence of his WBA world lightweight title against Argentina's Julio Rosas on 26 March. A man has paid for a girl with a rare form of cancer to be treated in France. Russian journalist Alexander Tsilikin has been found dead at his home in St Petersburg. The architect of the new Dundee Museum has said he is "very happy" to see the progress in the project. Formula 1 is "not putting on a very good show", says boss Bernie Ecclestone. A dog who makes the journey to a supermarket has become an internet hit. Mercedes dominated first practice at the Bahrain Grand Prix. One of the biggest underdog stories in football history is to be turned into a film. Chesterfield moved off the bottom of League One with victory over Barnsley. We want to tell the story of what happened during the Nepal earthquake. Britain's Giles Scott won silver in the Finn class at the Sailing World Championships in Palma, Spain. Dundee United manager Mixu Paatelainen praised his side's "mental toughness" after they beat 10-man St Johnstone. A man has been charged with the murder of his partner. A 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck off the South Pacific island of Vanuatu. Premier League leaders Chelsea, Arsenal and Birmingham City have denied allegations made by the Sunday Times. Hundreds of people have taken part in a pink walk in memory of Clydebank teenager Paige Doherty. West Indies beat Australia by three wickets to win the Women's World Twenty20 in Kolkata. Formula 1 bosses have failed to agree a new qualifying system for the season-ending Bahrain Grand Prix. A man is in a critical condition in hospital after being hit by a car in Brighton. An anti-bullying charity has called on a gym to remove an advert featuring aliens. A member of so-called Islamic State (IS) has been killed in an air strike in Iraq, a US military spokesman has said. Kraigg Brathwaite starred with bat and ball as West Indies beat England by seven wickets in the World Twenty20 final in Nagpur. Lewis Hamilton says he is "not worried" about his start to the Chinese Grand Prix. Bayern Munich extended their lead at the top of the Bundesliga to five points with a 3-1 win at Stuttgart. A 100-year-old pelican has died in New Zealand. Syrian government forces have retaken the town of al-Qaryatain from so-called Islamic State (IS), officials say. At least 30 people have been killed in a series of bomb attacks in Iraq, officials say. Keaton Jennings' century helped Durham fight back against Somerset on day one at Taunton. Peter Mullaney's century put Nottinghamshire in a strong position on day one against Surrey at Trent Bridge. Worcestershire's County Championship opener against Kent has been abandoned without a ball being bowled because of a waterlogged pitch. Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders are locked in a tight race for the Democratic presidential nomination. A court in India has sentenced 11 policemen to death for their role in the killing of 20 Sikh men in 1991. Plaid Cymru has launched its manifesto for the assembly election. The education system in England is "complex and incoherent", a House of Lords report says. Social news site Reddit has disappeared from its warrant canary. A former soldier who was awarded the Victoria Cross by the Prince of Wales has said he is struggling to cope with post-traumatic stress disorder. Russian police have carried out a series of raids on suspected members of the Aum Shinrikyo cult. Wakefield Trinity Wildcats have signed Warrington Wolves winger Stefan Ratchford on loan until the end of the season. England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley has been ruled out of the Euro 2017 qualifiers against Belgium and Bosnia-Herzegovina. Harlequins reached the semi-finals of the European Challenge Cup with a bonus-point win over London Irish. Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump has threatened to cut off money sent home from Mexico. Welsh triathlete Helen Jenkins says she has a "massive desire" to compete at the Rio Olympics. For decades, Port Talbot's steelworks were a quiet place. Napoli striker Gonzalo Higuain has been banned for two games after being sent off in Saturday's defeat by Torino. Atletico Madrid defender Luis says there is "fear" that Barcelona will be eliminated from the Champions League. Anthony Joshua has the "brutish strength" of George Foreman, Frank Bruno and Bernard Harrison says. A collection of paintings by a Scottish artist has gone on display. Soccer star Abby Wambach has been accused of trying cocaine at the age of 25. New car sales in Scotland rose last month, according to new figures. An inquest into the death of a man who was hit by a car in Surrey has been opened and adjourned. Braintree Town manager Danny Cowley says his side are "living in cloud cuckoo land" after losing 1-0 to Barrow. The Indian Premier League kicks off on Friday, 25 April at Royal Challengers Bangalore. The junior doctors' strike in England has been described as "unacceptable" and "unacceptable". The Liberal Democrats have pledged to create 50,000 new apprentices if they win the assembly election. As the EU referendum campaign gets under way, BBC News looks at why the government is so desperate to pepper the country with unread leaflets. Wolves striker Matej Zyro has been ruled out for up to a year with a knee injury. Scientists say they have found a way to extend life by blocking a chemical in the brain. Many Clouds will attempt to win back-to-back runnings in Saturday's Grand National. A toddler who was allegedly murdered by her mother had "many and terrible injuries", a court has heard. Tommy Bowe made his return from injury in Thursday's Pro12 game against Ulster A. A woman's body has been found at a house in Oxford. Labour's Rhondda Cynon Taff has been re-elected as South Wales Police and Crime Commissioner. Syrian rebels have captured the northern town of al-Rai from so-called Islamic State (IS), activists say. Hundreds of jobs could be saved at Tata Steel's Scunthorpe plant, the BBC understands. Radio stations in the US have been forced to broadcast an obscene podcast after it was hacked. Mixu Paatelainen believes Dundee United's relegation battle will go "right down to the wire". A woman facing deportation from the UK has been told she will be allowed to stay in the country. A man who killed his friend at a scooter rally has been jailed for two years. The search for the next secretary-general of the United Nations is getting under way. Denmark's health service has made a major change in the way it deals with cancer. Conservative David Cameron has been re-elected police and crime commissioner for Cleveland. Glamorgan's Aneurin Donald and Dai Lloyd hit maiden first-class centuries as they beat University in Cardiff. Welsh Liberal Democrat leader Kirsty Williams is to appear on the BBC's Ask the Leader programme. There is a "serious democratic deficit" in local elections in England, the Electoral Commission has said. Northern Ireland's Euro 2016 qualifier against Lithuania has been postponed after a lorry overturned on the M1 in County Down. A female osprey has returned to a nature reserve in the Highlands. A US man who was kidnapped in Syria has been released, the US State Department says. New York City's City Council has voted to restrict the use of costumed performers in Times Square. Jordan Rhodes scored twice as Championship leaders Middlesbrough came from behind to beat Bolton Wanderers. Sheffield United boosted their League One survival hopes with victory at Chesterfield. 10-man Coventry City came from behind to beat 10-man Millwall in League One. Carlisle and Cambridge played out a goalless draw in League Two. Dagenham & Redbridge have been relegated from League Two after losing at Leyton Orient. The Circuit of Wales would have been "well outside the natural agglomeration" of the motor sport industry, a leading circuit owner has said. Crusaders moved seven points clear at the top of the Irish Premiership as goals from Craig Whyte and Stephen Forsythe gave them victory over Linfield at Seaview. The US has warned of "credible threats" to tourist areas in Turkey, including Istanbul and Antalya. David Mullins rode Rule The World to victory in the Grand National at Aintree. Defending champion Jordan Spieth will take a four-stroke lead into the final round of the Masters. Leonardo Ulloa's injury-time penalty rescued a point for West Ham at the King Power Stadium. Former world champion Steve Davis was beaten 10-4 in the first round of World Championship qualifying. Rangers beat Celtic on penalties to win the Scottish Cup. A Labour councillor has been suspended from the party over anti-Semitic tweets. David Cameron's decision to reveal details of his tax affairs has been widely criticised. Shakespeare's The Tempest is one of the most famous plays in the world. The number of prosecutions dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) in England and Wales last year, figures show. The public inquiry into the murders of up to 50 people during the Troubles is being used as a political football to beat the British government. drug smuggler Howard Marks has died at the age of 67. A row has erupted between the family of Singapore's founding father, Lee Kuan Yew. French Prime Minister Manuel Valls has announced a new aid package for student protesters. Pop group All Saints are celebrating their 20th birthday, with their debut album, Take That. Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson says he feels "strong and ready" after returning from knee surgery. Inheritance tax (IHT) is one of the UK's most important tax breaks. Police have seized control of the Nigeria Football Federation's (NFF) headquarters in the capital, Abuja. bus operator Stagecoach has announced plans to invest more than £1bn in new vehicles. Two men have been found guilty of murdering a man who was shot outside a Greater Manchester pub. Jordan Spieth's collapse in the Masters will " scar him for a while", says three-time winner Sir Nick Faldo. lambing season is a busy time for farmers in north Wales. A British boxer has been jailed for 26 weeks for assaulting his ex-girlfriend. One of India's most senior priests has been criticised for saying women entering a temple would increase the number of rape incidents. Bath and England centre Anthony Watson has been charged by the Rugby Football Union following his red card in Saturday's Premiership defeat by Saracens. Leeds United's chairman was "on gardening leave" and "on gardening leave", an employment tribunal has heard. Police investigating the murder of a schoolgirl 21 years ago have sent forensic exhibits to Canada. Kilmarnock manager Lee Clark hopes his side can avoid relegation from the Scottish Premiership. Liam Main scored the only goal of the game as Oldham beat Southend to boost their League One survival hopes. Sheffield United boosted their League One play-off hopes with victory at Shrewsbury. Helen Jenkins should be selected for Great Britain's triathlon team for the Rio Olympics, says world champion Non Stanford. Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to trace in connection with a disturbance on a bus in Glasgow. An inquest into the deaths of four people in a car crash in Powys has heard a 17-year-old driver was "out of control". An MP has called for an investigation into the death of a British woman in Italy. The number of children's social workers in the North East of England has more than doubled in the past year, official figures show. Wigan came from behind to beat Castleford Tigers in Super League. Championship side Oldham Roughyeds stunned Hull KR to reach the sixth round of the Challenge Cup. Scottish Labour could raise up to £1.2bn a year if it wins the Holyrood election, according to a think-tank. Glasgow Warriors captain Fraser Murray says he is confident his side can reach the Pro12 play-offs. The battle for the Republican and Bernie Sanders for the Republican presidential nomination is getting under way. Macedonia's President Gjorge Ivanov has suspended the prosecution of politicians. David Cameron has defended the government's record on tax during Prime Minister's Questions. A video of a gorilla "dancing" has gone viral. A lion that escaped from a national park in South Africa for the second time has been moved to a new home. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was stabbed to death in Sheffield. A bridge in County Durham has been closed due to safety concerns. Israel has appointed its first Arab police officer. Welsh Liberal Democrat leader Kirsty Williams has defended her party's pledge to scrap tuition fee subsidies. A man has been taken to hospital following a fire at a flat in Aberdeen. Northampton Town boss Chris Wilder is in talks with Bolton Wanderers over the vacant manager's job. The organisers of T in the Park have unveiled a new campsite layout for this year's event. A seal has been rescued after becoming tangled in fishing net on a beach in Aberdeenshire. A man has been jailed for possessing a gun and ammunition at his home. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have arrived in Bhutan. People in Flintshire will face fines of up to £1,000 if they leave rubbish outside bins. Imagine a school in a borough where none of its schools will offer a single A-level. Scientists have solved the mystery of how monarch butterflies travel from Mexico to the US. Three people have been rescued from the River Nith in Aberdeenshire. The campaign manager of Donald Trump's campaign has been cleared of assaulting a reporter. England netball star Jade Housby says the introduction of central contracts for the national team is a "step in the right direction". The mother of a teenager who died in a car crash in the Highlands has paid tribute to her. At least one person has been killed after a building collapsed on the Canary Islands. Work has started on a new market hall in Gwynedd. Minnesota Vikings player Jared Allen has announced his retirement from professional football. Wales' Andrew Selby will make the first defence of his IBF world bantamweight title against Josh Norman on Saturday. Liverpool's Champions League semi-final against Borussia Dortmund at Anfield was one of the greatest sporting events of all time. Nico Rosberg headed Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton in first practice at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen headed Mercedes' Nico Rosberg in second practice at the Chinese Grand Prix. An Australian woman has been arrested in Lebanon for allegedly trying to kidnap her two children in a custody dispute. Crusaders have been urged to stay focused as they bid to extend their lead at the top of the Irish Premiership to seven points. A woman who died after being hit by a car in Kinross has been named by police. A Cambodian activist has won the 2015 Nobel Peace Prize for his campaign to protect the country's forests. sculptures of herdwick sheep have gone on display in the Lake District. Justice Secretary Theresa May has asked a prison to look at ways to stop contraband being thrown over a wall. Britain's Andy Murray eased into the semi-finals of the Shanghai Masters with a straight-set win over Canada's Milos Raonic. Egyptian police have arrested dozens of people in Cairo and Alexandria over the transfer of two Red Sea islands to Saudi Arabia. A Rwandan man accused of masterminding the genocide has been extradited from Canada. The Argentine government has proposed a new law that would make it harder for parents and students to attack teachers. A man is in a critical condition in hospital after being attacked by two masked men in Kilmarnock. Jews in Croatia have boycotted a ceremony to mark the 70th anniversary of the death of Jews at the former Auschwitz death camp. A powerful earthquake has struck southern Japan, hours after Thursday's deadly earthquake. Middlesbrough missed the chance to go top of the Championship as they were held to a goalless draw at Ipswich Town. Gillingham missed the chance to move into the League One play-off places as they were beaten by Shrewsbury. Jamie Murray and Bruno Dodig reached the final of the Monte Carlo Masters with a 6-1 6-2 win over Marcelo Melo and Ivan Dodig. A New Zealand couple have become the first in the world to be married in the church. Three women have been threatened with a gun during a robbery at their home in west Belfast. A third person has been arrested on suspicion of Syria-related terrorism offences. Lewis Hamilton's title hopes suffered a further blow as Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg won the Hungarian Grand Prix. The family of a man who has been missing in Peru are planning to fly to the country to help find him. Manchester City Women maintained their unbeaten start to the Women's Super League One season with victory at Birmingham City. England manager Roy Hodgson says striker Andy Carroll will not be included in his Euro 2016 squad. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned of a "more generalised slowdown" in the global economy. An elderly woman is in a critical condition in hospital after being hit by a bin lorry in Edinburgh. Sri Lanka bowler Rangana Herath has announced his retirement from international cricket. Philippine presidential candidate Rodrigo Duterte has been criticised after a video emerged of him mocking the rape of a missionary. Two men have been on the roof of Swansea Prison. Rangers beat Celtic on penalties to reach the Scottish Cup final at Hampden. Liam Livingstone's unbeaten half-century put Lancashire in a strong position against Nottinghamshire at Old Trafford. Middlesex opener Sam Robson hit his highest first-class score against Warwickshire at Lord's. Stephen Maguire said he was "over the moon" after his World Championship first-round exit. A man arrested in connection with the murder of a man in west Belfast on Thursday has been released unconditionally. Syrian rebels have launched a series of attacks on government forces in the west of the country. A campaign to raise awareness of Islam has been launched in Glasgow following the death of shopkeeper Asad Shah. Northampton Town defender Danny Richards says manager Chris Wilder has been "first class" for the club this season. Business Secretary Sajid Javid has said China is "committing to do something" to tackle the global steel crisis. Former Rangers captain Barry Ferguson believes Scott Brown's performance was down to Andy Halliday. Britain has returned to Libya for the first time in five years. The National Farmers' Union (NFU) has said it will vote to remain in the European Union in June's referendum. Josh Halkett's late header gave Livingston victory over Rangers at Ibrox. The Queen is able to do an impressive Norfolk accent, her cousin has said. The UK's Supreme Court is to hear arguments about whether a celebrity should be named in the media. If you're heading to Glastonbury this weekend, you'll be able to get a £5 deposit on one of the festival's food and drink stands. conductors on Southern rail are to stage three 24-hour strikes in a row over pay and conditions. The number of people with dementia in the UK is falling, a study in the British Medical Journal suggests. A major study into type-1 diabetes is to be launched in Scotland and England. Cardiff City defender César Ecuele Manga is set to return to training after being diagnosed with malaria. Egyptian security forces have clashed with protesters in Cairo over the killing of a street vendor. mead could be used to prevent food poisoning and stomach upsets, scientists have said. Prince William has said he takes his responsibilities "very seriously". Malaysian Airlines chief executive Christoph Mueller has resigned. Two 13-year-old boys have been arrested on suspicion of possessing indecent images of children. Sudan have been stripped of five players from their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against DR Congo. Team Sky's Sergio Henao has been suspended over claims of doping. Widnes head coach Denis Betts says his side have "lost some momentum" in their Super League campaign. The bodies of two British soldiers killed in World War One have been reburied in Belgium. Hundreds of people have attended the funeral of a DJ whose body was found in woodland. A number of products are getting smaller, according to research by a consumer group. A swan shot with an arrow in Fife has been released back into the wild. A lorry driver has been taken to hospital after crashing into a church in Swansea. Nato and Russia have met for the first time in more than a year to discuss the Ukraine crisis. Nottinghamshire all-rounder Jake Ball is in "fantastic form" with the ball, says head coach Chris Read. Coca-Cola has reported a drop in profits for the first three months of the year. A man who stabbed a man in the face has had his life sentence quashed by the Court of Appeal. Yum Brands, the owner of KFC, has reported better-than-expected sales in China. US President Barack Obama is expected to sign the Paris climate agreement later. Two sheep have been rescued from the garden of a house in Aberdeen. Lily Allen has said she is "devastated" after being stalked by a stalker for more than a decade. Scotland's eight swimmers have been named in Team GB's swimming team for the Rio Olympics. Iran is the first country in the world to have a "morality police" force. Birmingham City midfielder Sean Morrison says manager Gary Rowett's criticism of his side was "anti-climax". It's a busy few days for Laura Robson. Manuscripts by Welsh poet Dylan Thomas have been bought by his university. A 25-year-old man has been jailed for assaulting two men in County Londonderry. Hereford United have appointed John Eustace as their new manager. A 20-year-old man has been jailed for two-and-a-half years for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl. The UK has warned its citizens not to travel to the US over the state of North Carolina and Mississippi. England captain Sean O'Loughlin has backed Wayne Bennett's appointment as head coach. Google's parent company Alphabet has reported a rise in revenue for the first three months of the year. Shares in Japanese car giant Mitsubishi Motors traded lower on Friday, recovering some of the ground lost in the previous session. Four men have been airlifted to safety after getting into difficulty on a cliff on Skye. An exhibition marking the centenary of one of the bloodiest battles of World War One has opened at a Pembrokeshire castle. Hackers who stole $81m from Bangladesh's central bank were using cheap routers, investigators say. Kumar Sangakkara hit an unbeaten 178 as Surrey dominated day one against Gloucestershire at The Oval. Police are investigating the deaths of a man and a woman at a house in Paisley. A woman who had to travel to England to terminate twins with fatal foetal abnormalities has won a legal challenge at the High Court. Wakefield Trinity Wildcats prop Paul Simon has signed a new two-and-a-half-year contract with the club. Work has begun to restore a Victorian cemetery in north Wales. A woman has said she feels like she has been "assaulted, butchered and robbed" of her life savings. Aston Villa defender Christian Benteke has left the club by mutual consent, says assistant manager Eric Black. Gwynedd council has called for a change in the name of a beach in Gwynedd. BBC Northern Ireland has won three awards at the Irish Television Festival. The European Space Agency (Esa) has launched its second Sentinel Earth-observation satellite. The European Union has agreed to set up a single list of tax havens in the wake of the Panama Papers scandal. Luke Varney's late header gave Ipswich victory over MK Dons at Portman Road. Raheem Evans scored the only goal of the game as Bradford beat Shripmers in League One. Partick Thistle's Premiership survival hopes suffered a major blow as they were comprehensively beaten at Firhill. Edinburgh City will take a two-goal lead into the second leg of their Scottish League Two play-off semi-final. Tata's decision to sell its UK operations is a "good move", Sir Vince Cable has said. Campaigners are walking through the Lake District to protest against plans to build nuclear power pylons. A man has been charged after an 86-year-old woman was run over by a suspected stolen car. Scotland's political parties have called for "cast iron assurances" about the future of shipbuilding at Govan and Scotstoun. Dundee manager Paul Hartley says the club are "not selling" Kane Hemmings. Peterborough United have sacked manager Graham Westley following Saturday's 1-0 League One defeat by Scunthorpe. A copy of the 1916 Proclamation has been sold at auction in Dublin for an undisclosed sum. A letter written by Princess Elizabeth to Prince Philip has sold for more than £15,000 at auction. Firefighters have rescued 17 people from a block of flats in Glasgow. Sevilla came from behind to draw 2-2 with Dynamo Kiev in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final. Britain's Tom Daley won silver in the men's 10m platform at the Diving World Series in Budapest. A 92-year-old woman has taken part in the London Marathon. UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor says he is back on the card at UFC 200. A man has died in a two-car crash in Manchester. A dawn service has been held in London to mark Anzac Day. Gunmen in Bangladesh have hacked to death a gay rights activist and another activist. A section of a cliff in Bournemouth has collapsed following heavy rain. An Asda store in Greater Manchester is to open an hour early to help customers with anxiety. If you're looking for a hotel, you're likely to think again. A football fan has become the first person to cross the English Channel to raise money for a hospice. The leaders of the Republic of Ireland's two main political parties are in talks to form a government. Europe has been gripped by a wave of right-wing populists. Derby County striker Darren Bent says the club's play-offs will be "full of confidence". Portsmouth boosted their League Two play-off hopes with victory at Wimbledon. Islamist militants in the Philippines have confirmed the beheading of a Canadian hostage. Police have released the names of two women found dead at a flat in Glasgow. People in Bristol are complaining about the smell of vinegar. Celtic captain Scott Brown says the club's players have "let themselves down". The 2016 European Championship takes place in France this weekend. A Belfast man has said he is taking legal action against US college Boston College over the "Boston tapes". The EU referendum could be the "second-longest suicide note in Labour's history", a senior Labour MP is to warn. American football star Johnny Manziel is set to be charged with assaulting his ex-girlfriend. A man has been shot dead in a bar in Dublin. A road in the Scottish Borders is to be closed for more than a month for flood protection work. Lionsgate has signed a deal to sell video games to Steam. Ross County boss Jim McIntyre has been nominated for the Scottish Premiership manager of the year award. A Labour MP has resigned after posting a graphic on Facebook calling for Israel to be relocated to Palestine. Belgian cyclist Laura van den Driessche has been banned for six months for using a hidden motor on her bike. Nigeria defender Kenneth Omeruo has been ruled out of the Rio Olympics because of injury. Ding Junhui thrashed Mark Williams 10-6 in the first round of the World Championship. Southern rail passengers are facing further disruption after a strike by conductors. A photographer has been accused of obstructing a photographer's car outside the Mews in west London. Carl Frampton will fight Leo Santa Cruz in New York on 26 March. Scotland second row Leone Nakarawa will leave Glasgow Warriors at the end of the season. England batsman Nick Compton says he is "intense" and "not far off" cementing his place in the Test side. The Hillsborough disaster "shocked the UK", Home Secretary Theresa May has said. nurses in London are being tempted by the lower cost of living outside the capital, according to a survey by the Royal College of Nursing (RCN). The number of migrants on the Greek island of Lesbos has fallen sharply since the EU agreed with Turkey. South Yorkshire's Chief Constable David Crompton has been suspended following the Hillsborough inquests. A Catholic priest from the Republic of Ireland has been beatified by the Pope. The UN's special envoy for Syria has warned that the "cessation of hostilities" could collapse "any time". North Korea has failed to launch a mid-range missile, South Korean officials say. The captain of the Italian cruise ship that capsized in 2012 killing 32 people has gone on trial. Aberdeen defender Scott Brown has signed a new two-and-a-half-year contract with the Premiership club. British number one Johanna Konta has confirmed she will play at the Nottingham Open in June. Apple has taken legal action against a cleaning app called Litter to court over its use of the name. A County Armagh man has been jailed for two years for defrauding a law firm out of more than £110,000. Alastair Cook hit a half-century as Essex dominated day one against Worcestershire at New Road. Lewis Hamilton says there is an urgency in his battle with Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg at this weekend's Russian Grand Prix. When the National Living Wage was raised to £7.20 an hour at the Seachill fish factory in Manchester last year, Tom was given a two-week break. Mark Selby held his nerve to beat Marco Fu 6-5 and reach the World Championship semi-finals. US car giant Ford has reported a sharp rise in profits for the first three months of the year. An independent panel has been appointed to investigate events at De La Salle College in west Belfast. A woman who stalked a woman she met as a 16-year-old student has had her jail term reduced. Young people in Northern Ireland say they are "stuck in the past and fighting". Jeremy Corbyn's decision to suspend him from the Labour Party is a huge blow. The campaign of Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff has been charged with corruption. Scientists have discovered 93 genes that cause breast cancer. British skeleton champion James Swift has announced his retirement from the sport. A new class of drugs has been discovered by scientists at the Institute of Cancer Research. West Ham's move from the Boleyn Ground to the Olympic Stadium will have an impact on businesses in east London. The cost of making a phone call in Europe is set to be cut by more than 50%. A railway line which was closed after a landslide has reopened. Reading director of football Alex Rodman has left the club by mutual consent. Manchester United goalkeeper Victor Valdes has joined Belgian side Liege on loan until the end of the season. Previews and team news for the weekend's Premier League and Championship games. "If you want to know what's going to happen," says a barman. It's not every day that the education secretary gave a speech to a union. Frankie Dettori rode Air Force Blue to victory in the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket. Moderates and reformists in Iran have made a significant victory in the country's parliamentary elections. Three people have been injured in a three-vehicle crash on the A74(M) in Dumfries and Galloway. Formula 1 is set to introduce 'halo' cockpit head protection by 1 July. Labour has accused Culture Secretary John Whittingdale of behaving as if he was running the BBC. Iran has elected a record number of women in parliament. British troops have arrived in Somalia for the first time, the Ministry of Defence has said. I had a chance to meet the man who has emerged as the creator of Bitcoin. Aston Villa midfielder Jordan Ayew has been charged with misconduct by the Football Association following Saturday's 2-2 draw at Watford. A judge in the US has ordered a woman to unlock her iPhone. Police are appealing for information after a brick was thrown at a police car in Londonderry. Europe's mission to Mars in 2018 has been delayed until 2020. Liberty House is set to submit a bid for Tata Steel's remaining UK operations. Police in Hong Kong are investigating a mid-air theft on an Emirates flight from Dubai. UK manufacturing output fell to a three-year low in April, according to a closely watched survey. Banksy's Banksy has been nominated for a South Bank Sky Arts Award. Harlequins have signed fly-half Ruan Jackson from Wasps. UKIP leader Nigel Farage has said there will be a "breakthrough" in Wales in the general election. The public inquiry into undercover police operations in England and Wales will be allowed to remain anonymous, the High Court has ruled. Voting has begun in elections being held in Merseyside. British Cycling was not based on "fear or performance through fear", says Sir Dave Brailsford. The San Siro is one of the most famous stadiums in the world. Leigh Griffiths says Celtic are "fired up" for next season. unaccompanied child refugees will be allowed to be resettled in the UK after the EU struck its refugee deal with Turkey, David Cameron has said. South Africa's anti-doping laboratory has been suspended by the World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada). Carlisle United manager Paul Cox says striker Lee Cook will leave the club at the end of the season. Victims of the migrant crisis in Europe are struggling to recover the bodies of their loved ones. Researchers at the University of Bristol are using a mobile game to help with dementia research. The mother of a man accused of stabbing a cyclist to death in a road rage attack has told a court he told her he had "done something really bad". Sale Sharks have signed former Wales scrum-half Mike Phillips from French Top 14 side Racing 92. Scotland full-back Sean Fife and lock Hamish Toolis are among nine players to leave Edinburgh. Prince's team contacted a doctor on the day before he died, his lawyer has said. A motorcyclist has died in a collision with a tractor in Lincolnshire. A man who downloaded thousands of indecent images of children has been spared jail. A cessation of hostilities in Syria has started early in the city of Aleppo, the US says. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the disappearance of a woman from Milton Keynes. Tesla has said it is on track to deliver 80,000 to 90,000 electric vehicles this year. The funeral of a soldier who died while taking part in the London Marathon has taken place. An investigation has been launched into a fire at a fertiliser mine in the North Sea. A Russian orchestra has performed in the ruins of the Syrian city of Palmyra to protest against so-called Islamic State (IS). Sale Sharks forward Simon Easter has announced he will retire at the end of the season. BBC Sport's football expert Mark Lawrenson is pitting his wits against a different guest each week this season. Aldershot Town have re-appointed Gary Waddock as their new manager. Worcestershire director of cricket Steve Rhodes says the introduction of new pitches at New Road has been a success. Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri says he is "very, very confident" his players will stay at the Premier League champions this summer. Shots have been fired in the German city of Friedrich-Stoltze. Jurors in the Liam Fee murder trial have been shown a video of the toddler lying on the floor of his bedroom. Labour has taken control of the London Assembly and the London Assembly. A former Wales rugby player has ended his attempt to climb Mount Everest. Football Association chairman Greg Dyke says Tottenham could play home games at Wembley next season. Scotland's newspapers have been celebrating the SNP's victory in the Holyrood election. Liberal Democrat leader Willie Rennie has won North East Fife in the general election. Labour has won the Bridgend West by-election. Jacob Butterfield says he is "slowly coming to an end" at Exeter City. Leicester Riders are looking to win the BBL title for the first time in their history. Scientists have been sending down a robotic submarine to find out more about the world's deepest sea life. Up to 70 jobs are under threat at a North Lanarkshire audio company. Afghan forces have liberated more than 100 prisoners from the Taliban in a raid in southern Afghanistan, the US military says. Russell Slade will leave as manager of Cardiff City at the end of the season. A world boxing champion has been given a suspended prison sentence for assaulting his ex-girlfriend. CCTV footage has emerged of the moment a gunman opened fire on Turkish journalist Can Dundar at his home in Cumhuriyet. Labour's Sadiq Khan has been re-elected as mayor of London. Sadiq Khan has become the first Muslim mayor of London. Thousands of teenagers are taking part in the annual Ten Tors challenge on Dartmoor. The sister of a junior doctor whose body was found in a cliff has said she will "never be forgotten". The King George VI and Queen Elizabeth won the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot. Germany's Michael Jung will take a nine-point lead into the final day of the Badminton Horse Trials. Chelsea captain John Terry will miss the rest of the season after being sent off in Saturday's 1-1 draw with West Brom. England's Justin Rose shot a six-under-par 66 to share the lead with American Rickie Fowler going into the final round of the Wells Fargo Championship. A new military rehabilitation centre has opened at Headley Court, Defence Secretary Michael Fallon has announced. Prime Minister David Cameron is to host an anti-corruption summit in London. Manuel Pellegrini's final game in charge of Manchester City ended in a draw at Swansea. Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez says he will fight Gennady Golovkin after beating Amir Khan in Las Vegas. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected calls for the army's deputy chief of staff to resign over comments he made about the Holocaust. Coleraine's Alan Cassells and Alan Scrimgeour won gold in the lightweight pair at the European Rowing Championships in Racice. Germany's Michael Jung won the Badminton Grand Slam with victory on La Biosthetique. Luke Procter's maiden first-class century put Lancashire in control against Hampshire at Old Trafford. A man accused of being forced to work as a slave in Cardiff was paid £20 a day, Cardiff Crown Court has heard. Former British number one Laura Robson will play at next month's Nottingham Open. Police investigating the disappearance of toddler Ben Needham on the Greek island of Kos have made a fresh appeal for information. Blackpool chairman Karl Oyston has won a £30,000 libel case against a fan who claimed he held a gun at him. beach huts in Lincolnshire are to be restored after being awarded a £1m grant from the government. East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) has been rated "inadequate" by inspectors. Hal Robson-Kanu, Rio Ferdinand and Simon Cox have all left Reading. A man accused of stabbing a great-grandfather to death in a road rage attack was not psychotic, a court has heard. The chief executive of Barnet Council has resigned after voters were turned away from polling stations during the EU referendum. Two boys have been sentenced to life in prison for the rape and murder of a 15-year-old girl in Indonesia. Belfast Giants have announced eight players will leave the club at the end of the Elite League season. Edinburgh are to move to Myreside for the 2017-18 season. Rail services across north Wales have been disrupted because of maintenance work on Arriva Trains. A man who filmed a woman having sex has been jailed for three years. West Ham's final game at the Boleyn Ground ended in a dramatic defeat for Manchester United. Two South Yorkshire Police officers, Paul Lucas and James Walls, have appeared in court charged with misusing their force's helicopter. Dinamo Bucharest will place the trophy on the grave of goalkeeper Patrick Ekeng if they win the Europa League final. Brighton midfielder Mark Stephens has been banned for two games by the Football Association. Grand National winner Rule The World has been retired. Hearts have offered to raise £6m for the main stand project over the next five years. French energy giant EDF has cut its target for nuclear output by 10% in the first three months of the year. A doctor accused of the manslaughter of a 12-year-old boy should have shown more curiosity about his health, a court has heard. A 12-year-old boy has set a new world record for the heaviest pumpkin. The Queen has made her first public comments since President Xi Jinping's state visit to the UK last year. Hundreds of people have attended a public meeting over a counter-terrorism training exercise in Manchester. UK manufacturing has fallen into recession, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Millions of people are being warned that low interest rates are affecting their finances. Premiership side Bath have signed two new players ahead of the 2016-17 season. European regulators have blocked the takeover of O2 by CK Hutchison. The number of properties being sold in the UK fell in April, according to a survey. The former Garda (Irish police) commissioner and former justice minister Alan Shatter have been cleared of corruption. YouTube has hit back at criticism from the music industry. Sale Sharks director of rugby Andy Cotton says the club are planning to rebuild their stadium. The Republican Party is too badly divided. Sinn Féin's Martin McGuinness has said he is "deeply disappointed" by the UUP's decision to form an opposition to the Northern Ireland Assembly. David Cameron has apologised to an imam who accused him of supporting so-called Islamic State. Everton manager Roberto Martinez says the FA Cup semi-final "dropped the intensity" as his side continue to struggle in the Premier League. A mother and daughter who filmed a far-right leader talking about racist views have said they will not intimidate them. TalkTalk has reported a sharp fall in annual profits. The death of a 19-year-old French woman who livestreamed her own life on a train has sparked debate about the use of social media. A new flag to mark the centenary of the Battle of the Somme has been unveiled in Belfast. Doonhamers have cancelled this year's Doonhamers Festival because of low ticket sales. Burton Albion manager Nigel Clough says it will be "frightening" to play in the Championship this season. Councillors in North Yorkshire are to decide whether to allow fracking for shale gas. A man who says he has been refused a drive-thru at McDonald's in Berkshire has begun a protest. India's government has proposed a new law to regulate the creation and distribution of geospatial information. It's not every day you're losing. A Welsh town is celebrating the success of Eurovision hopefuls Joe and Jake. Labour and Plaid Cymru have said they are "confident" they can nominate a first minister next week. Brazil's interim President Michel Temer has vowed to restore "peace and unity" after the Senate voted to suspend President Dilma Rousseff. A Belfast-based aerospace firm has gone into liquidation with the loss of more than 100 jobs. Millwall survived a Bradford fightback to reach the League One play-off final at Wembley. Zlatan Ibrahimovic will leave Paris St-Germain at the end of the season. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Farai Sevenzo looks at anorexia nervosa. UKIP leader Neil Hamilton has hit back at UKIP leader Nigel Farage after he said it was "difficult" to return to frontline politics. Sebastian Vettel headed a Ferrari one-two in first practice at the Spanish Grand Prix. London's Natural History Museum has launched a fundraising campaign to rebuild one of its most famous robots. A community on the Isle of Lewis has been hit by a phishing email. More than 100,000 international students could be put off studying in the UK if the UK votes to leave the European Union, suggests a survey. Plans for a new visitor centre at the Humber Bridge have been unveiled. Former Labour leader Harriet Harman says that membership of the European Union guarantees rights on equal pay, sexual harassment and maternity leave, and rights for part-time workers. A man has appeared in court charged with causing death by dangerous driving following the death of a woman who was hit by a bus. A booklet urging people to register to vote in the EU referendum has been launched. Is the Welsh Government's proposal for the Black Route to ease congestion in south east Wales? Talks to resolve the junior doctors' contract dispute in England have been extended. Celtic defender Mikael Lustig says manager Ronny Deila is not to blame for the club's poor form. The High Court ruling that a father had no case to answer for taking his daughter on term-time holidays is a "huge amount of confusion", an MP has said. A vintage Welsh Independence poster has been sold at auction for £1,200. Police in the Indian capital, Delhi, have arrested a journalist for fabricating a government report that banned Muslims from teaching yoga. Paralympic champion Andrew Davies has set a new world record at the Phoenix International. John Wallace is one of the most famous footballers in the world. Islamic State (IS) militants have launched an attack on a hospital in the eastern Syrian city of Deir al-Zour. Ukraine's Jamala has won this year's Eurovision Song Contest in Stockholm. French actress Marie Lebeau, best known for her role in Casablanca during World War Two, has died at the age of 93. Roberto Martinez says he will "treasure" his time as Everton manager "forever". West Ham fans have voted in favour of a game for the club's women's team at Upton Park. Paris St-Germain won the Ligue 1 title for the first time on Sunday. World number one Jason Day won his first PGA Tour title with a three-shot victory at the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Leaving the European Union would be a "big mistake", David Cameron has said. A former hospital site in Denbighshire has been put up for sale. The 100th anniversary of the Sykes-Picot treaty is being marked in the Middle East. Everton have revealed plans to build a new stadium at Anfield. The US says it is ready to arm Libya's internationally recognised government to fight the so-called Islamic State (IS). Plymouth Argyle defender Paul Hartley says his late winner against Portsmouth in the League Two play-off final was the biggest moment of his career. Two men have been charged in connection with the rape of a woman in Sunderland. West Ham have signed Norway midfielder Kristoffer Nordtveit from Borussia Monchengladbach for an undisclosed fee. Sarah Taylor has been suspended from England's one-day and Twenty20 series against Pakistan. Venezuela's Vice-President, Jorge Isturiz, has said a recall referendum will not be held. Iranian police have arrested eight people suspected of being involved in online modelling, a court has said. A couple have been reunited with their medals and jewellery 10 years after they were stolen from their home. A new series of walking tours has been launched in Edinburgh. Sunderland manager Sam Allardyce says he wants to avoid relegation from the Premier League. The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has been involved in more than 100 events in Africa. Oil prices have risen above $50 a barrel for the first time in more than a year. US drugmaker Pfizer has agreed to buy a company that develops a treatment for eczema. A man who died after being attacked at a Dorset park has been named by police. Teaching assistants in County Durham are to be balloted for industrial action in a row over pay. A man who stabbed a great-grandfather to death in a road rage incident in West Sussex has been found guilty of manslaughter. Blake Mitchell-Blake has become the first Jamaican to run under 20 seconds in the 200m. NHS staff in England are being asked to help cover for doctor shortages. Yellowstone National Park in the US state of Wyoming has issued a warning after visitors tried to bring a bison back to the herd. A murder investigation has been launched after a pensioner was stabbed to death in Rhondda Cynon Taff. UK house prices rose by 7.6% in the year to March, according to official figures. Widnes head coach Denis Betts says his side can turn around their poor start to the Super League season. Wigan moved up to second in Super League with victory over Leeds Rhinos at Magic Weekend. Legislation to devolve more powers to Wales will be published "as soon as possible", the Queen has said. Austria's new president has said he will work with the far-right Freedom Party. Police are investigating the discovery of a dissident republican arms dump in County Antrim. Boris Johnson says the European Union will only allow bananas to be sold in bunches of two or three. Lord Heseltine has accused Boris Johnson of behaving " irresponsibly" over the EU referendum campaign. The government has set out plans for a "radical" agenda in the Queen's Speech. A body has been found in the search for a hillwalker who has been missing for more than a week. Scotland's two new Conservative MSPs have backed the UK leaving the EU. Two people have died in a crash on the M4 in Berkshire. Sinn Fin Deputy First Minister Martin McGuinness has offered the justice ministry to the Alliance Party. Coventry Blaze have signed defenceman Liam Stewart for the 2017-18 Elite League season. The chairman of the Work and Pensions Committee has asked the Pensions Regulator to explain why BHS's pension scheme was not approved. The world's largest cruise ship, the Harmony of the Seas, has been unveiled in China. Great Britain's James Guy and Chloe Tutton won bronze medals on the final day of the European Short Course Championships in Madeira. British soldiers have complained about the weight of their new body armour. The Totten glacier in France is set to retreat to the deep interior of its catchment. Robin Wright is one of America's most famous actors. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said he was responsible for his side's performance in the Europa League final defeat by Sevilla. One of the Chibok schoolgirls kidnapped more than two years ago has been rescued in north-eastern Nigeria. Sri Lanka's army has resumed its search for survivors of landslides that have killed more than 100 people. Hundreds of gull eggs have been stolen from a harbour. The Bangladeshi government has sacked the head teacher of a school where he was humiliated by a local MP. Derbyshire batsman Luke Wells has signed a new two-year contract with the county. A police officer has been charged with possessing indecent images of children. The head of the Organisation of American States (OAS), Luis Almagro, has accused Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro of being a "traitor". The number of EU workers in the UK has risen by 2.15 million in the past year. The Confederation of African Football (Caf) is investigating after Al Merreikh's football director Mohammed Hatim appeared to strike a player on the head. Police are investigating after a man was found seriously injured in West Lothian. The NHS in England is expected to overspend by more than £2bn in the final three months of the year, figures show. Charlton Athletic have released striker Ghoochannejhad and defender Cristian Motta. Rangers manager Mark Warburton has backed Brendan Rodgers to be the next Celtic manager. Plans for a shake-up of English football have been unveiled. Lincoln City have signed Scunthorpe United defender Luke Davis on a two-year deal. Warrenpoint Town have said they are "shocked" that Carrick Rangers will not be deducted from the Irish Premiership. The family of a teenager who died after being hit by a car in Manchester have paid tribute to him. Tributes have been paid to Bristol's "beautiful woman" Carmen Beckford, who has died at the age of 83. Police investigating the torture of a couple in their Kent home have released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to. Thirty years ago, Wales beat England 2-0 in a friendly at Wrexham. Brendan Rodgers has been named as the new manager of Celtic. A sandcastle created by police officers has been branded "sexual stereotyping" by a councillor. Chinese artist Ai Weiwei has opened a new exhibition in Athens. A councillor has been accused of misconduct over the sale of council land, a report has found. Arthur the dog was found abandoned in a garage in London. Three men have been found guilty of blowing up cash machines in Aberdeenshire and stealing more than £100,000. It's a tale of money. Sheffield United midfielder Rob Baxter has been released by the League One club. John Hughes has left his position as Inverness Caledonian Thistle manager by mutual consent. Firefighters have been tackling a blaze at a derelict building in Glasgow. A volcano in Costa Rica has erupted for the first time in six years. More than 100 photographs of Bristol's skyline have gone on display at an exhibition. William Smith, the former chairman of the Progressive Unionist Party (PUP), has died at the age of 74. A London Tube station was evacuated after a group of Crystal Palace fans set fire to their team. Cornwall reached the final of the County Championship with a bonus-point win over Surrey at Twickenham. Hundreds of people have attended funerals in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, after clashes between security forces and protesters. Skye's winless start to the Camanachd Premiership season came to an end with a 1-1 draw at Skye. South Africa have qualified for the quarter-finals of the London Sevens. A man has died after getting into difficulty in the sea off the Aberdeenshire coast. At least 11 people have been killed in Indonesia's Mount Sinabung volcano, officials say. Taliban leader Mullah Akhtar Mansour has been killed in a US drone strike, Afghan officials say. It's the Monaco Grand Prix. BBC Sport presenter Anna Smith is taking part in the Couch to 5K Challenge. A man has been arrested on suspicion of sleepwalking in Manchester city centre. Kilmarnock manager Lee Clark says his side need to "change the mentality" after promotion to the Scottish Premiership. Former North West 200 winner Ryan Farquhar has been moved out of intensive care at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast. A man who claimed he was sexually abused as a child by a man who later took his own life has said he has had "no justice". Sculptures of soldiers who served in the Devonshire and Dorset regiments during World War Two are to be unveiled at the National Memorial Arboretum. The number of councils in Wales will not be cut unless it is prepared to dismantle it, the new Welsh Government minister has said. Manchester United have sacked manager Louis van Gaal. Birmingham City Women have signed Germany international Jess Linden from Eintracht Frankfurt. Former Coronation Street star David Tennant is to appear in the final series of ITV's Broadchurch. Barnsley have signed striker Kayden Jackson from National League rivals Wrexham on a two-year deal. The parents of a baby who suffered severe brain damage after birth have been awarded £5.3m in damages. Sean Dickson's maiden first-class century put Kent in a strong position against Derbyshire at Derby. Jack Grealish scored a hat-trick as England Under-21s came from behind to beat Guinea at the Toulon Tournament. Nick Gubbins hit a century as Middlesex took control against Somerset on day three at Taunton. Authorities in Mexico have exhumed more than 100 bodies in a mass grave in the state of Morelos. A red kite has been found dead in North Yorkshire after being shot. Ulster and Ireland centre Stuart McCloskey has signed a new three-year contract with the province. Laura Andrews says she has been "overwhelmed" by the reaction after winning the 10,000m at the British Championships. Huawei is taking legal action against Samsung over claims it has infringed patents. A classic car has gone missing in Hertfordshire for 20 years. Zlatan Ibrahimovic could be Manchester United's most marketable player. Chris Eubank Jr says he is ready to give his British middleweight title to Nick Blackwell. Luton Town midfielder Paddy McCourt has left the League Two club by mutual consent. University staff in England and Wales are staging a one-day strike in a row over pay. Enid Blyton's famous five children's books are to be turned into a series of adult adventures. Mullah Akhtar Mansour, the leader of the Afghan Taliban, was sitting in his car. Martin McGuinness is to visit the sites of one of the bloodiest battles of World War One. More than three million people in the UK are living in "distressed" relationships, a study suggests. The number of people over the age of 65 has more than doubled in the past five years. On the border between the United States and Mexico, a concrete border wall is built. Surgeons in Malaysia have removed a foetus from the abdomen of a 16-year-old boy, state media report. Scarlets have signed Wales Under-20 internationals Tom Hughes and Josh Evans on two-year contracts. (Open): London's leading shares opened higher, with Marks and Spencer among the biggest fallers. Former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has backed the idea of professional boxers competing at the Rio Olympics. University staff in Wrexham have gone on strike in a row over pay. Pupils at a new primary school in the Highlands were left in a " sauna" after a hot water pipe burst. Ireland all-rounder Craig Young has been ruled out of the two-match one-day series against Sri Lanka with a knee injury. The population of Northern Ireland is projected to reach one million by mid-2014. The liquidators of department store BHS are due to announce later that a deal will be done to save the company. Gateshead striker Adam Johnson has signed a new one-year contract with the National League club. Lauren Sugden was the youngest person in Northern Ireland to be appointed justice minister. Spending on private ambulances in England has more than doubled in the past five years, figures obtained by the BBC show. "A retail novice with a financial background." The Republic of Ireland is to sell off about £15m of loans to farmers and businesses in Northern Ireland. Sir Chris Hoy and Sir Steve Redgrave will be part of the BBC's coverage of the Rio Olympics. Johnny Depp's wife Amber Heard has filed for divorce. Three men have been rescued after their fishing boat crashed into a wind turbine. What is the best team of all time? Adam Voges and Dawid Malan hit centuries as Middlesex dominated day two against Hampshire at Lord's. Leicester Tigers have signed Bristol centre Ellis Genge on loan until the end of the season. British number two Aljaz Bedene will face Novak Djokovic in the third round of the French Open. Staff at Coral have been told to do "absolutely anything" to encourage customers to play gambling machines, the BBC has learned. England wicketkeeper Jos Buttler has signed a new three-year contract with Lancashire. Tranmere Rovers have signed former Tranmere Rovers defender Paul Mullin on a two-year deal. The centenary of the birth of a US artist is to be celebrated at Skye College. Microsoft and Facebook have teamed up with five telecommunications firms to build a subsea cable across the Atlantic. Coventry City Council has been criticised for taking more Syrian refugees than other areas. The UK's intelligence agencies are using social media to recruit more women. Kaka has been added to Brazil's squad for the Copa America in Brazil. Hundreds of people have taken part in a campaign to remove the name of the communist-era city of Zaporizhya. Scientists have developed a molecular tape recorder that can trace the history of cells. A review is to be carried out into the circumstances leading up to the death of Liam Fees in Fife. Roald Dahl's words have been added to the Oxford Roald Dahl Dictionary. The world's biggest bouncy castle has been erected at a music festival. Scotland have called up South African-born centre Huw Jones for the first time. Vote Leave have launched a competition to win £50m by correctly predicting the result of all 51 games in the Euro 2016 football championships. An 11-year-old boy has become the youngest winner of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. An independent review of London's security arrangements has been announced by the mayor. A World War Two teleprinter has been found on the floor of a shed in Essex. Greece's prime minister has called for "dialogue" between Russia and the European Union. US-led coalition air strikes have targeted so-called Islamic State (IS) in the Iraqi city of Falluja, a US military spokesman says. Former Labour leader Ed Miliband has called on all young people to register to vote. Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill was pleased with his side's 1-1 draw with the Netherlands in Dublin. Brazilian President Michel Temer has condemned the "barbaric" rape of a teenage girl in Rio de Janeiro. A three-year-old boy is in a critical condition in hospital after being hit by a car in Vale of Glamorgan. McLaren say they are "looking forward" to this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix. A Pembrokeshire coach company has gone into administration. Australia's Scott Hend will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the BMW PGA Championship. An investigation has been launched after a woman was found dead at a house in Manchester. Ricky Burns had a difficult start to his career. Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo said his team were "running around like ducks" in the Monaco Grand Prix. Britain's Katarina Johnson-Thompson secured her place at the Rio Olympics with victory at the European Championships. Plans to pedestrianise one of Oxford's busiest streets have been criticised by the city's bus company. A new bridge over the River Clyde in Aberdeen is set to open to traffic next month. England striker Alex Danson has been named in the squad for the two-Test series against the Netherlands. Premier League clubs are entering a "new era of sustained profitability", according to Deloitte. Kenneth Starr, the man who led the investigation into the Clinton scandal, said he would be a "first Dude". La Liga side Deportivo La Coruna have sacked manager Alexis Sanchez. Mexican footballer Alan Pulido has been freed after being kidnapped by masked men. Gary Barlow has surprised shoppers by performing at a concert at a shopping centre in Bristol. Environmentalists and MSPs have called on the Scottish government to increase the use of renewable heat for homes and businesses. It is 40 years since the UK voted to stay in the European Union. Brazilian airline Latam has said it will suspend flights to the Venezuelan capital, Caracas. Golden State Warriors beat the Toronto Raptors to reach the NBA Finals. Internet firms in Iran have been told to hand over details of their accounts to the government. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Farai Sevenzo considers the future of Zimbabwe. Cornish Pirates head coach Graham Dawe says the future of the National Cup final at Twickenham is in doubt. Scotland striker Gemma Evans says qualifying for Euro 2017 would be "more than humiliation". The SDLP has called for an "urgent inquiry" into the number of unaccompanied children in Northern Ireland. Wales manager Chris Coleman says he is "not surprised" Marcus Rashford has been named in England's Euro 2016 squad. Scotland captain Chris Martin says Saturday's Euro 2016 warm-up match against France in Metz will be his last game for the national team. Philippine President-elect Rodrigo Duterte has been accused of being a " rotten son of a bitch". Chinese social media users have been reacting to reports that a Chinese teenager tried to board a flight from Shanghai to Dubai. West Sussex's police and crime commissioner (PCC) has called for the county's fire service to be integrated under her authority. British astronaut Tim Peake has been speaking to Newsround about his time in space. An Israeli court has ordered the arrest of an Australian woman accused of raping and indecently assaulting girls. Hundreds of homes in Bournemouth have been left without water after a water main burst. BBC Wales Sport takes a look at the history of Welsh football. UK manufacturing grew at its fastest pace for three years in May, according to a closely watched survey. The London Stock Exchange (LSE) has said it will ask its shareholders to approve its planned merger with Deutsche Boerse. A delegation of Scottish companies is visiting Myanmar to try to develop its oil and gas industry. Two MPs have been awarded £100,000 in damages after a former UKIP leader claimed they knew about child abuse in the town. Helen Stevenson says she and her husband, Nigel, had been living in Spain for more than a year. An investigation into a fatal helicopter crash in Norway in April has found "strongly consistent" fatigue in parts of the gearbox. US travel website Booking.com has been ordered by the French government to pay more than 300m (£300m) in taxes. The US and UK have criticised the Syrian government for allowing air drops of aid to besieged areas. One of the world's biggest golf tournaments is to be moved to Mexico City because of a lack of sponsors. Australian police are investigating allegations of match-fixing in the National Rugby League (NRL). Steven Lawless has signed a new two-year contract with Partick Thistle. Johnny Sexton has been ruled out of Ireland's tour of South Africa with a knee injury. Facebook has defended its decision to keep a billionaire on the board of the news website Gawker. A police officer took to the stage in a Glasgow pub to sing karaoke. Bristol City have signed Preston North End striker Josh Brownhill on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Brazil defender Dani Alves will leave Barcelona at the end of the season. Alan Stubbs has been appointed as the new manager of Championship side Rotherham United. New Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers says he is looking forward to the start of the new season. World number one Novak Djokovic and defending champion Serena Williams are through to the French Open semi-finals. US scientists have become the first in the world to create human-pigs. Northern Ireland striker Conor Washington says he has been "lucky" to have made his international debut. One of the world's most notorious paedophiles has been jailed for 35 years. Hillary Clinton did not mince her words on foreign policy. Relatives of the 96 victims of the Hillsborough disaster have asked the home secretary for assurances there will be criminal prosecutions. An elderly man is to stand trial accused of causing the death of a teenage netball player by careless driving. Scientists have produced the most detailed images yet of Jupiter's atmosphere. Michael Dunlop set the fastest lap of the week at the Isle of Man TT on Thursday night. A Japanese boy who went missing for six days has been found safe and well. It all started with a story. A US court has ruled that a short sample from Madonna's Vogue could not be copyrighted. Plans to scrap bursaries for student nurses in England have been criticised by nurses. Babies are more likely to be overweight than healthy weight children, research suggests. Homeless people in Northampton are "resolutely refusing to leave the streets", a report has found. Women's Super League One side Notts County have signed Netherlands defender Laura Middag from Ajax. Charges against former Rangers owner Craig Whyte have been dropped in relation to the club's takeover. Wales' Euro 2016 squad has arrived in Cardiff for the first time in more than 60 years. More than 1,000 EU nationals have been sent out to vote in the EU referendum, the Electoral Commission has said. A US judge has ruled that the US women's football team are not eligible to strike. Drivers on the Luas tram system in Dublin have voted to accept a pay rise. Tributes have been paid to boxing legend Muhammad Ali, who has died aged 74. Star Wars actor John Boyega has returned to his former theatre company. A wildlife charity has called for a ban on fishing equipment at a country park after a swan was injured. Organisers of Germany's Rock am Ring music festival have cancelled the event after more than 100 people were injured by lightning. Hundreds of people have attended a protest against plans for student accommodation in Falmouth. World War Two medals have been stolen from a house in the Highlands. Andy Murray will attempt to become the first British man to win a French Open title when he takes on Novak Djokovic in Sunday's final. A surfer who was attacked by a shark off the coast of Western Australia has died. Two-time Tour de France winner Chris Froome will face "many challengers" in the Criterium du Dauphine, says former champion Alberto Contador. Great Britain's Lionhearts lost to Cuba in the final of the World Series of Boxing. Hearts have agreed a deal to sign Derby County striker Mattammon on a two-year deal. Somerset beat Gloucestershire by one wicket in the One-Day Cup at Taunton. Everton have agreed a deal to appoint Southampton boss Ronald Koeman as their new manager. Caroline Garcia and Kristina Mladenovic have won the French Open women's doubles title. Scotland captain Scott Greer says he is "open to anything" in his bid to play for the national team. A major study into whether overweight and obese women should lose weight is to be launched in the US. Eden Hazard scored twice as Belgium came from behind to beat Norway in their final warm-up game before Euro 2016. Spain's Alberto Contador won stage one of the Criterium du Dauphine as Chris Froome finished second. iaccherini and Graziano Pelle scored as Italy began their Euro 2016 campaign with victory over Belgium in Lille. The US Navy has banned alcohol from its base on the Japanese island of Okinawa after a sailor was arrested on suspicion of drink-driving. Twelve people have been rescued from the roof of a hotel in north London. I was in the queue at a bookshop. A "significant number" of anti-fascists took part in a counter-protest, police have said. The founder of the Silk Road 2.0 website has been sentenced to 20 years in prison in the US. Rescuers are searching for a British man who went missing while climbing Vietnam's highest mountain. Glamorgan made it two wins from two in the One-Day Cup with a seven-wicket win over Gloucestershire at the SSE Swalec Stadium. Scottish teacher Gemma Inglis has opened her eye after being seriously injured in a motorbike accident in Vietnam. A man who built a mock-Tudor castle without planning permission has been ordered to demolish it. The value of sterling has fallen sharply in the wake of the UK's decision to leave the European Union. Ipswich Town have signed Portsmouth midfielder James Webster for an undisclosed fee. Nicola Sturgeon has been named one of the world's most powerful women. Wales is failing to get broadband to the highest level in the UK, a leading business figure has said. The Scottish government's plans to introduce minimum pricing for alcohol have been the subject of a series of legal challenges. Canadian MPs are debating a bill to change the lyrics of the country's national anthem. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says North Korea's Yongbyon nuclear plant is working. The father of a three-year-old Japanese boy who went missing for six days has said he forgives him. Five people have been injured in a crash between a bus and a lorry in Edinburgh. The trial of a man accused of murdering his parents in County Donegal has begun. Police are investigating after a number of nests were found in a National Forest in the Highlands. I have a huge collection of matchbox labels. The owner of a fish and chip shop which was destroyed in a fire has said he is "lucky to be alive". More than 2,000 people have signed a petition against plans to introduce parking restrictions at Reading Hospital. Fewer than a quarter of pupils in England are taking A-levels in their council areas, analysis suggests. Widnes Vikings moved off the bottom of Super League with a hard-fought victory at Castleford Tigers. Alliance Trust, one of the UK's biggest asset management firms, has been taken out of the stock market. amateur family-organised fireworks displays in their back gardens are "rubbish", an MP has said. Tonight is the third reading of the Investigatory Powers Bill. Borussia Dortmund have made their third signing of the summer with the signing of France Under-19 international midfielder Marnick Vermijl. Tributes have been paid to the founder of a polio campaign. One of Wales' best-known artists, Barbara Williams, is to return to the public for the first time since her husband's death. The M74 extension to Glasgow has not cut road accidents, according to a new study. Italy have appointed Gianluigi Ventura as Antonio Conte's successor as manager. Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Villarreal defender Eric Bailly. Britain's Chris Froome finished third on stage two of the Criterium du Dauphine. A primary school in County Antrim has been closed after a father and his son suffered severe burns. Jordan has confirmed he will join Lupita Nyong'o in the new Black Panther film. The BBC's Today at Wimbledon programme is to return to its original format, the corporation has announced. Scotland's outdoor ski centres had a record number of skier days last season, according to new figures. A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Chelsea and Hibernian footballer Ismail Feruz. The EU is making " concession after concession" to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Justice Secretary Michael Gove has said. The opening date of the new Queensferry Crossing has been pushed back by a year. Some of the props from Doctor Who are to be sold at auction. Neil Lennon's decision to take over as manager of Hibernian was a significant one. Britain's Chris Froome and Australia's Richie Porte have taken the overall lead in the Criterium du Dauphine. Crewe Alexandra turned down a bid for Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford last season, according to Stoke City boss Jim Collins. Pele's winning World Cup medal has been sold at auction in London for £180,000. Owen Farrell will replace George Ford as England's fly-half for Saturday's first Test against Australia in Sydney. A US tourist has died after falling into a hot spring at Yellowstone National Park. Mark Durrant is to leave Rangers at the end of the season. (Close): The FTSE 100 ended the day lower, with mining shares among the biggest fallers. Venezuela and Cuba are in crisis. The father of a British-Iranian woman detained in Iran is to attempt to present a birthday card to her. UKIP Wales leader Nathan Gill has been accused of "double-job" by the party's leader in the assembly. When England begin their Euro 2016 campaign against Russia in Marseille on Friday, it will be a huge game. A 17-year-old boy has died after the car he was driving left the road and hit a tree in Dundee. BT has defended its superfast broadband service in the Borders and Dumfries and Galloway. A song by England's World Cup winning team has been released for the first time in more than 30 years. A 15-year-old girl was raped and murdered by a man she met on Facebook, a court has heard. A student has spoken of her shock after losing her hand in a nightclub. The parents of a man suspected of travelling to Syria to join so-called Islamic State have appeared in court. Italy are one of the most famous teams in the world. Wales captain Sam Warburton says the All Blacks "who dares win" in Saturday's first Test in New Zealand. steeplechaser Sally Peake hopes to set a new Welsh record at this weekend's Birmingham Indoor Grand Prix. Lenovo has unveiled a smartphone that uses Google's Tango technology. Laura Muir has broken the Scottish 1500m record at the Diamond League meeting in Rome. Labour voters are "fundamentally disagreeing" on the case for the UK to leave the EU, MP John Mann has said. More than 100,000 people have signed a petition calling for the jail sentence given to a former Stanford University swimmer. Japanese messaging service Line has announced plans to list its shares on the New York Stock Exchange. Two of the world's biggest airlines have said they will stop flying to Nigeria because of the country's foreign currency restrictions. The national anthem sung by England's 1966 World Cup team has been released for the first time. Spaniards are going to the polls to elect a new government, with the anti-austerity Podemos party leading the way. Leyton Orient assistant manager Dave Edwards has joined the League Two club as first-team coach. More than 100 people have been arrested during a police crackdown on domestic abuse ahead of England's Euro 2016 match in France. Hearts have signed defender Omar Rherras and striker Jamieammon. Ryan MacNiallais scored two goals as Donegal beat 10-man Fermanagh to reach the All-Ireland Football semi-finals. Canadian hockey legend Gordie Howe has died at the age of 83. Tennis star Andy Murray has been recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours list. Iran's football federation has suspended a goalkeeper for wearing his "sponge SquarePants" trousers. Dog activists in China have handed in a petition against a dog eating festival. A doctor who stole £10,000 from a 92-year-old patient has been struck off. General Motors is to invest $1bn (£700m) in its Kapuskasing plant in Ontario. A United Nations committee has called on the Northern Ireland Executive to "actively promote a fully integrated education system". Great Britain's men began their Champions Trophy campaign with a goalless draw against Australia in London. Liverpool's Jamie Dickens has signed a two-year contract with WBA super-bantamweight champion Guillermo Rigondeaux. World number one Lydia Ko shot a six-under-par 66 to move into contention at the US Women's Open. A US college entrance exam has been cancelled in South Korea and Hong Kong because of "credible evidence" of cheating. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was stabbed to death in Birmingham. Two men have been taken to hospital after being attacked by three men at a house in Edinburgh. Republic of Ireland assistant Roy Keane says he is keen to return to club management after agreeing a new contract with manager Martin O'Neill. Russia will face a fine from Uefa after fans clashed at the Stade Velodrome in Marseille. Archaeologists have begun searching for the remains of Henry I in Reading. Volunteers are being sought to help restore two historic copper mines in the Lake District. Hundreds of people have taken part in a street party in Aberdeen. Britain's Chris Froome won the Criterium du Dauphine for the third time. England manager Roy Hodgson says he has "no doubts" about his side's patriotism, despite criticism from Wales forward Gareth Bale. Northern Ireland's 1-0 defeat by Poland in their opening match at Euro 2016 was a huge blow. England's hopes of reaching the last 16 of Euro 2016 suffered a blow as they were held to a goalless draw by Slovakia. The pound has fallen for a second day as fears over the UK's membership of the European Union continue to rattle investors. The Conjuring 2 has topped the North American box office in its first weekend of release. Former Newcastle United manager Steve McClaren says he "compromised too much" during his time in charge. Barra Airport is celebrating its 80th anniversary. Two wings at a prison in Wiltshire have been destroyed during a two-day stand-off. Forest Green Rovers have signed 18-year-old midfielder Jack Davies on a two-year contract. Mafia members who are involved in complex crimes are more likely to leave education a year earlier than other white men, research suggests. A Conservative MP has accused the UK government of breaking a promise to devolve tax powers to Wales without a referendum. A medieval bridge has been uncovered after more than 100 years. Chinese businessman Tony Xia has completed his £52m takeover of Aston Villa. A woman has appeared in court charged with preventing the burial of a baby. I've never had a hug from Ivan Lendl. Spanish football club Barcelona has agreed to pay a fine of 5.5m (£4.2m) over the signing of Brazilian footballer Neymar in 2013. Australian politician Bob Katter has come under fire for releasing an election advert. Dundee United have signed David Murdoch from Ross County for an undisclosed fee. Northern Ireland's health department has been given an extra £200m. It's the German press. When the Duke of Cambridge visited Holywell last year, Prior Robert of Shrewsbury walked his way to St Winefride's Well. Pepper, a humanoid robot that can recognise the human voice, is to be deployed in two Belgian hospitals. A man who tried to smuggle cannabis into the UK has been jailed for two years. Great Britain's Sam Davies and Sophie Weir won gold medals on the final day of the IPC Athletics European Championships. Police in Indian-administered Kashmir have clashed with protesters at a Hindu temple in the city of Jammu. Two men arrested on suspicion of murdering a man in Essex have been released. Leave campaigners in Wales say they are targeting undecided voters in Merthyr Tydfil and Caerphilly in the final days of the EU referendum. A man accused of murdering his landlord has told a court he was "angry" about his break up and asked for sexual favours. Bus drivers in Dorset are to stage a 24-hour strike in a row over pay. Eastern Europe is in the race to be the next UN secretary general. Newcastle United have signed Rochdale striker Nyal Bell on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee. A collection of more than 1,000 diving helmets has been sold at auction. Photographs of the Rock Against Racism movement are to go on display in Leeds. Scunthorpe United have signed Bradford City midfielder George Taft on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Russian athletes were seen running away from a mixed zone to avoid doping tests, according to a new report. The UK's decision to leave the European Union is a "very important decision", the head of the US central bank has said. Haiti's parliament has voted to remove President Jovenel Privert from office. British Rowing is investigating claims of bullying by one of its coaches. Police in Venezuela have launched an investigation into looting of shops in the south-eastern state of Sucre. Hampshire's Liam Dawson says he is delighted to be included in England's Twenty20 squad. A woman who stole thousands of pounds from her clients in the Borders has breached a repayment order. More than 100 UK students are to be sent to US universities this autumn. A man has admitted killing a man with a single punch in Edinburgh city centre. The 150th anniversary of Big Ben's first day in operation is to be celebrated in London. Lancashire head coach Ashley Giles says his side's performance in the One-Day Cup defeat by Leicestershire is "not that good". McLaren's Jenson Button says he is "worried" about the safety of the new Baku Grand Prix. Dutch rider Marianne Vos won the second stage of the Women's Tour with victory in the Tour of Britain. Tributes have been paid to British MP Jo Cox, who has been murdered. A Northern Ireland fan has died during the team's Euro 2016 match against Ukraine in Lille. Gareth McAuley says Northern Ireland's 2-0 win over Ukraine at Euro 2016 was a "special moment". Paramount owner Sumner Redstone has removed chief executive Philippe Dauman from the company's board. A car has crashed into a shop in County Tyrone. The second data recorder from the EgyptAir plane that crashed in the Mediterranean last month has been recovered, Egyptian investigators say. A Newport turkey processing company has been jailed for food hygiene offences. A man has been seriously injured in a two-car crash in South Lanarkshire. Police searching for a missing teenager in North Lanarkshire have found a body. Sports writer Peter Corrigan has died at the age of 74. The extent of Arctic sea ice this year is likely to be lower than last year, according to UK scientists. A plane bound for Morocco was forced to make an emergency landing after being struck by lightning. A police dog that attacked a man and his handler has been put down. Essex's batsmen struggled on day one against Gloucestershire at Chelmsford. Glamorgan made a winning start to their One-Day Cup campaign against Kent at Canterbury. French President Francois Hollande has paid tribute to the victims of the Paris attacks. A former Metropolitan Police officer has been jailed for four years for possessing and distributing indecent images of children. A theatre producer who defrauded arts organisations out of more than £100,000 has been jailed for two years at Cardiff Crown Court. Scottish judo star Stephanie Inglis has said she is "up and about" and hopes to be moved to a rehab centre next week. Mexican actor Ruben Aguirre has died at the age of 74. An appeal has been launched to save the childhood home of photographer John Bell. The Scottish government is to set out plans to force health boards to plan for the number of nurses and midwives working in the NHS. A Marks and Spencer store has been closed after flooding caused by Storm Desmond. Britain's Lizzie Armitstead retained the leader's yellow jersey as Netherlands' Marianne Vos won stage four of the Women's Tour. Businesses have said they are "destroyed" by a spate of break-ins at an industrial estate in Birmingham. Ireland's Shane Lowry will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the US Open. Wales manager Chris Coleman says his side are in a "fantastic position" ahead of their Euro 2016 match against Russia. A major search is under way for a teenager who went missing off the coast of Devon. Spain have qualified for the Olympic men's rugby sevens after beating Fiji in the final of the World Series. David Cameron has been urged to abandon his EU immigration manifesto pledge if he wins the referendum. Northern Ireland footballer Paddy McCourt has revealed that his wife was diagnosed with a brain tumour. British expats in Australia are being urged to post their ballots back from the UK on Thursday. Kim In-kyung beat Spain's Carlo Ciganda in a play-off to win the Meijer LPGA Classic in Michigan. Leeds United have signed Norwegian striker Pontus Antonsson on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Tributes have been paid to former Togo coach Stephen Keshi at a football match. The Virtual Doctors charity in Brighton is using the expertise of volunteers in the UK to provide direct and individual support for health workers in Zambia. A new bike hire scheme for Bristol has been announced. Newport County have made their sixth summer signing by bringing in midfielders Nick Compton and Luke Rigg. US retail giant Walmart has agreed a deal with China's biggest e-commerce company, JD.com. Leonid Slutsky has resigned as Russia coach after his side were knocked out of Euro 2016. A fund set up in memory of MP Jo Cox has raised more than £1m. The price of groceries could rise if the UK votes to leave the European Union, a group of former supermarket bosses has warned. Bomb disposal experts have carried out a controlled explosion on a beach in the Highlands. Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says he and his German counterpart Joachim Low need to Google his name again. Wakefield reached the Challenge Cup final with a comfortable win at Huddersfield. The Queen has sent her first tweet to mark her 90th birthday. Philadelphia Congressman Chaka Fattah has been found guilty of misusing campaign funds to pay off his son's student debt. Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey says qualifying for Euro 2016 is a "fantastic feeling". The Department of Northern Ireland (DRD) has been found in breach of duty by a High Court judge. Repairs to a flood-hit bridge are to be completed by the summer of 2017. Iraqi forces have retaken most of the city of Falluja from so-called Islamic State (IS), a US military spokesman has said. Real Madrid have re-signed striker Alvaro Morata from Juventus for an undisclosed fee. Surrey claimed their first County Championship win of the season with a seven-wicket victory over Nottinghamshire. Chris Eubank Jr says there is "no mercy" in his rematch with Nick Blackwell on Saturday. Connacht have signed New Zealand-born prop Dominic Robertson-McCoy on a two-year deal. French authorities have expelled the head of Russia's football Supporters' Union, Alexei Shprygin, from the country. AMs are to debate whether the National Assembly should be called the Welsh Parliament. A coroner has called for a review of weekend staffing at a hospital after the death of a woman. A Rhondda Cynon Taff man has been found guilty of murdering his partner's two-year-old son. A World War Two medal found in a field in Monmouthshire has been reunited with his family. Carlisle United have signed former Wigan Athletic midfielder Mike Jones on a two-year deal. A Scottish woman jailed in Peru for drug smuggling has returned to the UK. Hundreds of people have attended the funeral of a man killed in the Tunisia terror attack. Portsmouth have signed defender Drew Talbot on a two-year deal following his release by Chesterfield. In our series of letters from African journalists, Joseph Warungu looks at Kenya's political crisis. North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has said his country has the "capable" to attack the US. South Korea's Kia Motors has been named the world's best car brand. Tesco has reported a rise in sales in the UK for the second quarter in a row. US TV network HBO has cancelled a drama about a record label run by Sir Mick Jagger and Martin Scorsese. A dolphin has been photographed attacking harbour porpoise by a Shorewatch volunteer in Aberdeen. Euro 2016 has come to an end. Students in Switzerland have set a new world record for the fastest petrol-powered car. Polling stations have been taking place across the UK for the general election. The UK has voted to leave the European Union. Eilish McColgan is a Terminator. The BBC Weather Centre is warning people about the dangers of lightning. Worcestershire have confirmed the signing of South Africa fast bowler Kyle Abbott as their overseas player for the rest of the season. Rory Boyle's first-half goal was enough to give Derry City victory over Wexford United at the Brandywell. Goldman Sachs is to change the way it recruits students. The village of Wukan in southern China is on the verge of collapse. Eurosceptic politicians have welcomed the UK's decision to leave the European Union. Nottinghamshire has voted to leave the European Union. Cornwall has voted to leave the European Union. The UK has voted to leave the European Union. British number one Andy Murray will face Ukraine's Elina Svitolina in the first round of Wimbledon. The UK has voted to leave the European Union. I'm ready to play my first match at Wimbledon, but I'm looking forward to it. The European Union has said it is "concerned" that the last tranche of payments to African soldiers fighting in Somalia has not been paid. Europe is in a state of shock. Alviro Petersen hit a century as Lancashire dominated day one against Gloucestershire at Lord's. It's one of the most dramatic moments in British politics. Events have been held in Lincolnshire to mark Armed Forces Day. Thousands of people have taken part in London's Pride parade. Moody's, one of the world's biggest credit ratings agencies, has warned that it may lower the UK's credit rating. James Dasaolu secured his place at the Rio Olympics with victory in the 100m at the British Championships. HSBC is considering moving its European headquarters from London to London, the BBC understands. Sussex and Northants had to settle for a draw after rain washed out the final day at Hove. Wales coach Warren Gatland says his players will be better for the experience of New Zealand. Southampton have signed midfielder Nathan Redmond from Norwich City for an undisclosed fee. England's series win over Australia is "not perfect", says captain Dylan Hartley. Scotland head coach Vern Cotter praised his side's character after they came from behind to beat Japan in Tokyo. All assembly members have to reflect on the impact of EU funding on Wales, the Welsh secretary has said. England's second one-day international against Sri Lanka at Bristol was abandoned without a ball bowled because of rain. European newspapers are warning that the UK's vote to leave the European Union is "tearing Europe apart". UK Chancellor Philip Hammond has rejected calls for the UK to begin formal negotiations with the EU. A 25-year-old man who died after his car left the road and hit a tree in Aberdeenshire has been named. Great Britain's women ended their World League Semi-Final campaign with a 4-3 win over New Zealand. The UK's decision to leave the European Union is a huge moment for the country. Gibraltar has said it is in talks with Scotland and Northern Ireland over the UK's exit from the European Union. The mother of a teenager who was raped and murdered has said she remains "stunned" that a convicted murderer was not monitored. The UK has voted to leave the European Union. Yvette Glass has been appointed as Labour's shadow education secretary following the resignation of Angela Powell. Police are investigating reports of post-referendum racism after the UK voted to leave the EU. Prime Minister David Cameron has said he is "shocked and deeply concerned" by reports of hate crime following the UK's vote to leave the EU. Moth sculptures have been unveiled in Hull in honour of the world's first female pilot, Amy Johnson. It's 100 years since the start of World War One. Labour MP Owen Smith has urged the European Union not to let Scotland down. A chatbot designed to help people avoid parking tickets has become a success. Great Britain's women's hockey team have been named in their squad for the Rio Olympics. Vodafone has said it is considering moving its European headquarters out of London after the UK voted to leave the European Union. In the middle of the second day of the Open Championship at Royal Troon, Monty is preparing to tee off. Dixons Carphone has reported a rise in annual profits, despite the UK's vote to leave the European Union. The Speaker of the House of Commons has ruled that Labour is the official opposition. Cornwall Council has announced plans to cut its budget by £1m over the next three years. Former Hartlepool United and Hartlepool United midfielder Lee Sweeney says the North East appealed for him to join Gateshead. Rangers have signed goalkeeper Lee Hodson from MK Dons on a two-year deal. England batsman Jason Roy says he did not care about his record-breaking run. A grizzly bear has killed a cyclist in the US state of Montana, officials say. Former celebrity publicist Max Clifford told police he did not remember exposing himself to a woman, a court has heard. People have been using Your Questions to ask us what they want to know about the UK's vote to leave the EU. Authorities in Nigeria's largest city, Lagos, have shut down more than 100 mosques and churches in a crackdown on noise. The UK's decision to leave the European Union has been met in the Baltic. A man who tried to smuggle weapons into Edinburgh Airport has been jailed for six months. An academy school in Merseyside is to close after the government agreed to stop providing A-levels. The president of the Royal Society has called on the government to reassure EU citizens about their future. Wayne Rooney should remain England captain, says former midfielder Frank Lampard. A woman who admitted murdering her mother has been detained under the Mental Health Act. It's a letter. Burton Albion goalkeeper Stephen Bywater has signed a new one-year contract with the League One club. The roll-out of a new telephone system for NHS 24 in England has been delayed again. Wales have reached the quarter-finals of Euro 2016 for the first time. Wales manager Chris Coleman says his late father would have been "ecstatic" at Euro 2016. We're in Australia. Ceremonies have been held across the Republic of Ireland to mark the centenary of the Battle of the Somme. Newcastle United have signed Crystal Palace striker Dwight Gayle and Bournemouth winger Matt Ritchie. A teenager and his mother have broken the world record for the fastest single-handed round the Isle of Wight. Scotland's fishing industry has said the UK's vote to leave the European Union is a "complete no brainer". Police have released an e-fit of a man they want to speak to in connection with a dog attack on a five-year-old girl in Leeds. Boris Johnson has told BBC Radio 4's Today programme it will be "up to someone else" to run for prime minister. Chancellor George Osborne has dropped his target to create a budget surplus by 2020. Six men have been arrested in Chad in connection with the rape of a 15-year-old girl. Syrian rebels say they have captured a pilot after a warplane crashed in the north-eastern province of Homs. York City have signed midfielder Jack Kamdjo on a two-year deal following his release by Forest Green Rovers. China's Chen Long set a new Olympic record to win Olympic gold in the men's +105kg weightlifting. Germany's Michael Jung won Olympic gold in the show-jumping event at Rio 2016. Wimbledon will play on the middle Sunday of Sunday because of bad weather. Katie Ledecky became the first American to win an Olympic gold medal with victory in the women's 4x100m freestyle relay. Juan Martin del Potro beat world number one Stan Wawrinka in four sets to reach the third round at Wimbledon. Romania won Olympic gold in the men's team epee. China's Ma Ying won Olympic gold in the men's singles with a 4-1 victory over China's Zhang. Helen Glover and Heather Stanning won Great Britain's second gold medal of the Rio Olympics with victory in the women's pair. Britain's Ellie Page won Olympic silver in the women's gymnastics final in Rio. Jemima Sumgong became the first woman to win an Olympic gold medal with victory in the women's marathon. Crystal Palace have made an approach for Christian Benteke from Liverpool. Britain's Andy Murray beat Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro in four sets to win Olympic gold. Great Britain's Jack Burnell was disqualified from the men's 100m freestyle final as Belgium's Sascha Weertman won gold. China won Olympic gold in the men's team table tennis with victory over Japan. Great Britain's Marcus Ellis and Marcus Langridge won Olympic gold in the men's doubles with victory over China's Chen Xu and Huang Yaqiong. Kenya's Conseslus Cheruiyot beat world championlmaz Almaz to win Olympic gold in the 10,000m. Great Britain's Tom Daley missed out on a medal in the men's 10m platform final. The Mexican government says it will deliver food to remote areas of the southern state of Oaxaca. Manchester City are interested in signing Everton defender John Stones for an undisclosed fee. It's been a turbulent year for the Conservative Party. Preston North End have re-signed defender Martin Lindegaard on a season-long loan from West Bromwich Albion. Airport bosses have offered to waive the parking fee of former Wales footballer Dean Saunders if his side win Euro 2016. England's tour of Bangladesh will go ahead in October, the England and Wales Cricket Board has said. A memorial has been unveiled in Eastbourne to mark the centenary of the death of a World War One soldier. Police in Bangladesh have identified the gunmen who killed 20 people in Saturday's attack. Ian Lawrie says he will "bite the bullet" to recover from a foot injury. Kyle Coetzer believes Scotland's two-match one-day series against Afghanistan will be "hugely important" for the team. Police in Zimbabwe have used tear gas to disperse protesters in the capital, Harare. Details of more than 100,000 members of a Muslim dating website have been leaked online. Universities should offer full-blown online degrees within the next five years, according to the head of one of the world's largest online courses. In the aftermath of the war in Syria, David Barrett was working in Lebanon to find a new home. The number of babies born in England who are addicted to drugs has more than doubled in the past four years, figures show. Leinster have signed Niall Morris from Leicester Tigers on a two-year deal. Preston North End have signed Aston Villa midfielder Jack Robinson and Fulham defender Ryan Pringle. David Goodwillie says he is not thinking about his international future. Reports of livestock worrying incidents in Scotland have more than doubled in a year. A seven-year-old boy has applied for the England manager's job. What do you do if you're a politician? Dolly, the world's first cloned sheep, was born in Scotland in 1997. Lewis Hamilton says he will " pray and hope" not to impose team orders on his Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg. Australian Nick Kyrgios needs to "look in the mirror" if he wants to win Grand Slams, says John McEnroe. There is "no room for compromise" over the UK's Trident nuclear weapons system, Theresa May has said. Malaysian police say one of two men who attacked a bar in the capital, Kuala Lumpur, received instructions from so-called Islamic State (IS). The death of a 15-year-old boy would have been prevented if a doctor had done her job properly, a court has heard. The number of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in England and Wales has risen sharply, figures show. A US basketball player has been found guilty of faking her birth certificates to prove she had a South Korean grandmother. Images courtesy of AFP, EPA, Getty Images and Reuters A holiday firm in the West Midlands has gone into administration with the loss of more than 1,000 jobs. Michail Diafra Sakho has signed a new five-year contract with West Ham. Joe Leach and Ed Barnard hit centuries as Worcestershire fought back on day three against Leicestershire at New Road. David Lloyd's century helped Glamorgan draw with Sussex at Hove. A dead patient was not found for hours at a hospital's accident and emergency department, inspectors have said. academy trusts are among the most and least successful at improving pupil performance, analysis suggests. Castleford Tigers half-back Rangi Chase says he is in the best shape he has ever been. A former friend of murdered toddler Liam Fee has spoken of her shock at his death. Colchester United have signed striker Luke Guthrie from Chesterfield for an undisclosed fee. Florida's governor has declared a state of emergency over the growth of blue-green algae. Russell Knox arrived at this week's Scottish Open at Inverness. Teacher salaries in England and Wales could be "significantly higher" in the future, according to the Salaries Review Board (STRAB). League Two side Stevenage have signed striker James Hyde on a two-year deal. Aberdeen were knocked out of the Europa League in the first qualifying round by German side Fola Esch. Regulators could be able to fine mobile networks up to £2m a day if they fail to meet standards. The pound has fallen against the dollar since the UK voted to leave the European Union. (Close): Stocks on Wall Street closed higher on Wednesday, boosted by better-than-expected US services sector data. Cornwall's coroner has written to the government calling for an end to the "inappropriate" use of out-of-area mental health care. Lydney Harbour in the Forest of Dean has been sold to a fish smokery. Wales were beaten 2-0 by Portugal in the quarter-finals of Euro 2016. Hearts head coach Robbie Neilson says he was "really disappointed" by the challenge that led to Jack Sinclair being sent off against Partick Thistle. Wales football fans have been praised for their "fantastic performance" during Euro 2016. Wales' national anthem, 'Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau', was broadcast in Lyon on Saturday. Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg have been warned they face penalties for their collision. Wales manager Chris Coleman has a "burning desire" to take the national team to a World Cup, says former Fulham defender Osian Roberts. In the middle of a stadium in Berbice, Guyana, a group of blind players are preparing to play. Former Prime Minister David Cameron has spoken for the first time about the invasion of Iraq. Edinburgh-based compressor manufacturer Vert Rotors has raised £1m in funding to expand its operations. Five swans have been killed after being hit by a car in County Antrim. British artist Peter Simpson has won the John Moores Painting Prize for the first time. Graeme McDowell was a man of the past. Serena Williams says she does not deserve to be paid less because of her sex. Consumer confidence has fallen for the first time in more than 20 years following the UK's vote to leave the European Union. It's been a busy week for senior Whitehall officials. Islamic State (IS) militants have attacked a Shia Muslim shrine in the Iraqi city of Balad, killing at least 30 people. Hip-hop is one of the most famous dances in the world. Rail services between Newcastle and Edinburgh have resumed after being disrupted by damage. Cavan and Derry have made changes for Saturday's All-Ireland qualifiers. Prime Minister Theresa May has said that EU nationals living in the UK will be protected from deportation. Saracens have a "fresh page" to write a "new chapter" in the club's history, says centre Brad Barritt. A man who stabbed a pensioner to death in a road rage attack in West Sussex has been detained indefinitely under the Mental Health Act. A man who attacked worshippers at a Dundee mosque has been jailed for six months. Guernsey have been drawn away in the first round of the FA Cup. Four people have been rescued from a yacht off the County Antrim coast. A Spanish court has found Barcelona and his father Neymar guilty of tax fraud. League Two side Southend United have signed former Charlton Athletic striker George Taft on a two-year deal. The mother of a man who died in a crash has signed a petition calling for a speed limit to be reduced. Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho has been cleared by Uefa after failing a drugs test. The US has expelled two Russian officials from the country in response to an attack on a US diplomat, the State Department says. A woman with a rare form of illness is to marry her boyfriend. More than 100,000 people have signed a petition calling for a second EU referendum, the Foreign Office has said. A 23-year-old man who died after his car hit a kerb in South Lanarkshire has been named by police. Beauly beat Kinlochshiel to reach the semi-finals of the Camanachd Cup. Heavily armed police have been deployed near the main police HQ in the US city of Dallas. The family of British journalist Marie Colvin, who was killed in Syria in 2012, have filed a lawsuit against the Syrian government. Britain's Andy Murray beat Canada's Milos Raonic in straight sets to win his second Wimbledon title. Northern Ireland's Graeme McDowell carded a four-under-par 66 in the final round of the Irish Open at Dundonald Links. Richie Ramsay said he was "thrilled" to win the Scottish Open at Castle Stuart. Theresa May has set out a "bold, new, positive vision for the future of our country" in a speech to the Conservative conference. A collection of World War Two medals has been stolen from a 92-year-old man's home. The family of a man killed by a speeding driver have called for tougher penalties for drivers who kill. Wigan Warriors full-back Lewis Tierney has signed a new two-year contract with the Super League club. The new Ghostbusters remake has received rave reviews from critics. Tyrrell Hatton says he is "really happy" with his second-round finish at the Scottish Open at Dundonald Links. Spanish cyclist Joaquin Rodriguez says he will retire at the end of the season. The words "woman in a man's world", "woman in a man's world", "woman in a man's world". Former Ireland and British and Irish Lions captain Paul O'Connell has joined Munster's coaching staff. Marcus Trescothick and Peter Trego hit centuries to put Somerset in a strong position against Middlesex. John Baird's injury-time strike gave St Mirren victory over Ayr United in the League Cup. The number of cruelty complaints and prosecutions against animals in Wales has fallen, according to the RSPCA. League Two side Accrington Stanley have signed midfielder Ryan Kettings on a one-year deal. Former England head coach Stuart Lancaster is interested in becoming the new head coach of European champions Toulon. A charity set up in memory of a teenager who was stabbed to death is to close. League One side MK Dons have signed midfielders Jack Rothwell and Luke Maguire. Welsh Secretary Alun Cairns told me he was "emotional" at David Cameron's final cabinet meeting. The parents of a soldier who died on an SAS training march have said they are "extremely disappointed" by the UK government's decision not to remove military Manslaughter immunity. Wakefield came from behind to beat Catalans Dragons. Michael Matthews won stage nine of the Tour de France as Britain's Chris Froome retained the yellow jersey. Chinese media have reacted angrily to an international tribunal's ruling on China's territorial claims in the South China Sea. The number of people seeking food banks in Scotland has more than doubled in a year, according to a new report. A police force has become the first in the UK to record a hate crime. The Home Office has ordered the owners of takeaway chains to prove they had the right to work in the UK. Napoli have rejected a bid from Arsenal for striker Gonzalo Higuain, a club source has told the BBC. US President Barack Obama has said the US is "not as divided as we seem" after the killing of five police officers in Dallas last week. China has rejected an international tribunal's ruling on its territorial claims in the South China Sea. A decision on whether to set up an inquiry into the 1984 Battle of Orgreave could have an impact on the Hillsborough investigation, peers have said. A teenager has admitted hacking attacks on parenting website Mumsnet. Adam Lyth's maiden first-class century put Yorkshire in a strong position against Surrey at the Oval. Wigan Athletic have signed striker Nick Powell on a two-year deal following his release by Manchester United. Star Trek stars have called for a gay character to be included in the new film, Star Trek Beyond. New Wycombe Wanderers signing Adebayo Akinfenwa has been sent off in a pre-season friendly in France. The Queen has been seen eating out at a restaurant in East Lothian. Japan's Emperor Akihito is considering abdication, according to reports. Owen Smith has announced his entry into the Labour leadership contest. China's newspapers are ramping up their coverage of the international tribunal's ruling on the South China Sea. Scotland's criminal courts have "strong and improved performance", according to a new report. A plane bound for Chicago has made an emergency landing after taking off from Edinburgh. A 25-year-old man has been charged in connection with a series of gun attacks on cats in Surrey. Lee Westwood says he is "back to the stage" as he prepares for this week's Open Championship at Royal Troon. The world's most popular mobile game, Pokemon Go, has been released in the US. Human remains have been found in the grounds of a house in Dublin. Four Scottish athletes have been named in the Great Britain athletics team for the Rio Olympics. Two brothers raised money for their brother to fight for so-called Islamic State in Syria, a court has heard. France has criticised the appointment of former European Commission president Jose Manuel Barroso as an adviser to Goldman Sachs. Former England footballer Billy McKenzie will make the first defence of his English title in November. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he will "find a solution" to the future of Wales midfielder Joe Allen. Booker Prize-winning author Arun Ghosh has been sharing the details of India's presidential residence on Twitter. Brazil has denied reports that France warned of a jihadist attack on the Olympic Games in Rio last year. Tom Routledge scored a hat-trick as Swansea City thrashed Charlotte Independence in a pre-season friendly. Sixteen petrol bombs have been found in west Belfast. A campaign has been launched to save a statue of a Royal Marine marching across the Falklands Islands. Kyle Edmund will take on Janko Tipsarevic in the first match of Great Britain's Davis Cup semi-final against Serbia in Belgrade. A student who developed a fake snow effect has been offered a full-time job. A woman has become the first in the UK to give birth to a baby using a new fertility service. Somerset director of cricket Chris Rogers says his side "came up short" in their five-wicket defeat by Middlesex. Huddersfield Giants have signed Warrington Wolves winger Joe Ormsby on a two-year deal. A man has been found guilty of murdering a teenager more than 30 years ago. Outdoor learning should be included in schools in England, according to a new report. American Phil Mickelson is one shot off the lead after the first round of the Open Championship at Royal Troon. Scientists have launched a project to study the sound of honey bees. Former Aberdeen defender Paul Watson has been appointed as Scotland's assistant manager. Florida officials have dropped plans to use a mosque as a polling station. Oscar-winning director Carlos Babenco, best known for his film Kiss of the Spider Woman, has died at the age of 74. Scottish firms believe Brexit will have a negative impact on their business, according to a survey by the Fraser of Allander Institute. David Mundell has been reappointed as Scottish Secretary. A man accused of murdering a woman in a "frenzied attack" told a court he saw her swinging a hammer. It's been another busy week in the US. Asian shares rose on Friday, following a strong lead from Wall Street. (Open): London's leading shares opened lower, with airlines among the biggest fallers. Tom Hiddleston has confirmed he is in a relationship with singer Taylor Swift. Police investigating the murder of a woman in County Down have made a fresh appeal for information. American Phil Mickelson shot a six-under-par 66 to take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Open at Royal Troon. Britain's Chris Froome extended his lead in the Tour de France with victory on stage 13. Watford have signed Colombia defender Juan Carlos Zuniga from Napoli on a four-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Plans to redevelop Jersey's airport terminal have been criticised by campaigners. Great Britain's men made it two wins from two at the EuroHockey Championships with a comfortable 3-0 win over the Netherlands. The killing of Pakistani social media celebrity Qandeel Baloch by her brother in a so-called honour killing reflects a deeply divided country. Italy midfielder Fabio Giaccherini has joined Italian side Fiorentina on a season-long loan. Isabelle Linden scored on her Women's Super League One debut as Birmingham City Ladies came from behind to draw at Reading. A man has been crowned Europe's Strongest man at the World Championships. The EY Item Club has cut its growth forecast for the UK economy in the wake of the Brexit vote. Britain's Chris Froome retained the leader's yellow jersey as Pantano won stage 16 of the Tour de France. Cardiff City striker Anthony Pilkington says it will be a "tough season" for the Bluebirds. ARM Holdings, the UK chipmaker, has agreed to be bought by Japan's Softbank for £1.2bn. A chimney at Didcot Power Station has been reported to have fallen overnight. More than 50 Scots will compete at this summer's Rio Olympics. "I'm feeling the joints," says Daisy the sheep. Dog owners have been warned to stay away from a field in Essex after reports of poisoning. The common cuckoo is one of the UK's most famous birds. Universities are concerned about the " sheer number" of websites offering students a bespoke academic essay in return for payment. The number of district nurses in Wales has fallen by more than a third in the past six years. (Close): US stocks closed higher on Monday, boosted by strong results from Bank of America. The mother of Olympic cyclist Chris Boardman has died in a crash. Marcus Trescothick's double century put Somerset in a strong position against Nottinghamshire at Trent Bridge. Swansea City Supporters' Trust says it is "disappointed" by the club's new owners. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said he is ready to reinstate the death penalty if the people demand it. Police in the western Indian state of Gujarat say they have killed at least 10 Dalit men. US First Lady Michelle Obama is to appear on James Corden's Carpool Karaoke. The Golden Generation Worship and Retreat Center in the south-eastern Turkish city of Istanbul is not the place you would expect to find. A hospital has warned people not to use its A&E department to play Pokemon Go. Castleford Tigers came from behind to beat Wakefield Trinity and secure a top-six finish in Super League. Parts of the UK could be hit by hot weather this week. The Scottish Mountaineering Association (MBA) has asked people to help clean up their mountain bothies. The head of the Welsh Government's bovine TB eradication programme has defended its efforts to eradicate the disease. Sinn Féin's Gerry Adams has said there is a "greater opportunity" for Northern Ireland to achieve a united Ireland. Worcester Warriors must "get up to speed" with their new pitch, says forwards coach Stuart Hogg. A conservation charity has won a legal challenge to the Scottish government's decision to approve three offshore wind farms. Led Zeppelin have released a previously unseen studio recording. An 86-year-old woman fought off an attempted robbery by hitting her over the head with bacon. Leicester hooker Tom Youngs says he has "determination" to return to the England squad after recovering from back surgery. Paul Stirling and Eoin Morgan hit centuries as Middlesex beat Kent by seven wickets in the One-Day Cup at Lord's. Welsh Secretary Alun Cairns has been quizzed by MPs on the impact of Brexit on Wales. Companies in the southern Indian city of Chennai and Bangalore have declared a holiday on Friday. An Australian school has banned students from clapping at assemblies. A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a cyclist was hit by a car. More adult victims have been identified by police after a primary school head admitted secretly filming pupils and staff. A police report that a woman tried to steal a bacon from a supermarket in Greater Manchester has been criticised. Three universities in England are advertising higher level tuition fees for the first time. Have you ever wanted to move in with a dinosaur? Hull City have confirmed they are in talks to sell their squad ahead of the new Premier League season. Power has been restored to all homes in Northern Ireland after a power cut. Championship club Wolves have been taken over by Chinese investment group Fosun. British number one Johanna Konta reached the quarter-finals of the Monterrey Open with a straight-set win over American Varvara Lepchenko. The FBI has launched an investigation into Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak's state investment fund. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has said the US would not be able to defend a member of Nato. The Confederation of African Football (Caf) has announced a new five-year sponsorship deal. Leicester City's director of football Steve Walsh has left the club to join Everton. A cyclist who died after being hit by a car during a police chase in Bradford has been named. French energy giant EDF says it is expected to approve the building of a new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point. The new Chancellor of the Exchequer has said the government would be willing to "reset" its fiscal policy if it is necessary. A Nigerian musical has opened in London's West End. David Cameron tried to persuade Angela Merkel to give the UK concessions on free movement, BBC Newsnight has learned. A "dangerous" man has been found guilty of raping a pensioner in her south London home. It has been a year since the EU referendum result. Nathan Cleverly says his world title fight against Juergen Braehmer is a "must-win". Britain's Chris Froome will win his third Tour de France title on Sunday after a rain-affected stage 20. The Duke of Edinburgh has taken part in the annual Royal goat parade in Conwy county. An 80-year-old man is in a serious condition in hospital after being hit by a car in North Ayrshire. A senior Sinn Féin politician has backed a legal challenge to the UK leaving the European Union. At least 12 people have been killed in a knife attack on a train in Germany. A seven-year-old girl is in a critical condition in hospital after being hit by a car in Dundee. French Interior Minister Bernard Cazeneuve is to sue a policewoman who said she was told to report the presence of national police units on the seafront in Nice. Dundee striker Darren O'Dea says it is "virtually impossible" to replace Greg Stewart and Kane Hemmings. One of the world's rarest humpback whales has been spotted off the coast of Australia. Two Scottish journalists have been speaking to the BBC about their work on Fleet Street. South Sudan's musicians have called on the country's president and deputy to forgive each other. Imagine being able to throw a hammer for the first time. Peterborough United manager Grant McCann says he is "devastated" after George Taft broke his leg in training. A fundraising campaign has been launched to restore Alexandra Palace's Grade II-listed theatre. Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has called for a long-term effort to protect the country's mangroves. England's innings-and-209-run win over Pakistan in the second Test was an "absolute hammering", says former captain Michael Vaughan. England beat Pakistan in the second Test at Edgbaston to take a 2-0 lead in the three-match series. In the centre of the German capital, Berlin, it is a hive of activity. NatWest, the UK's biggest bank, has warned business customers that they could be charged interest if the Bank of England falls below zero. Glamorgan and Essex start their One-Day Cup match at Chelmsford. Ben Duckett and Ian Bell-Drummond are capable of playing international cricket, says former England Lions captain Andy Flower. India is one of the world's most famous restaurants. Suzanne Evans has said she has "given up hope" of becoming the next leader of UKIP. Guy Martin will miss this year's Ulster Grand Prix at Dundrod. Congolese singer Joseph Olomide has been arrested in the Democratic Republic of Congo over an alleged assault on a dancer. BT's shares have risen sharply after the telecoms regulator Ofcom announced that it would not be breaking up. UKIP Wales leader Carwyn Jones has said she is not interested in becoming an MEP. Stamp duty could lead to a "large negative impact" on the Welsh budget, a report has claimed. The future of maternity services at a hospital in Oxfordshire is "terrifying", an MP has said. Public hearings into allegations against the late Labour peer Lord Janner will begin in March next year. The Catholic Church in Haiti has been criticised for its role in the deportation of undocumented migrants from the Dominican Republic. The number of young people trespassing on railway tracks in Wales has more than doubled in a year. Indian wrestler Manmohan Singh says he is the victim of a "conspiracy" after failing a drugs test. The NHS in Scotland has paid out more than £100m in overtime payments to some consultants over the last three years, a BBC investigation has found. Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes insists his side are not daunted by the prospect of facing Maribor in the Europa League. Google has launched its first smartphone in the UK. Human remains found in a river in the US state of New Mexico have been confirmed as those of an 80-year-old treasure hunter who went missing. Deutsche Bank has reported a sharp fall in profits for the first three months of the year. Tributes have been paid to a three-year-old boy who died in a house fire in Neath Port Talbot. The roll-out of workplace pension saving has been hailed as a success for small businesses. The UK economy grew by 0.6% in the second quarter of the year, official figures have shown. The number of personal insolvencies in Scotland has risen sharply, according to new figures. Plans for the UK's first new nuclear power plant in decades have been put on hold. Aston Villa have activated their transfer clause for midfielder Idrissa Gueye. Scientists have discovered a "hotspot" at the top of Jupiter's atmosphere. The world's target to limit the global temperature rise to 1.5C is likely to be breached, say scientists. A priest has made a complaint to the Church of England over claims he was repeatedly raped by a vicar. A man arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a pedestrian was hit by a van in Leicester has been released on bail. A 21-year-old man shot dead at a pool party in Surrey has been named by police as James Hunter. Iran's government has come under fire for a scandal over the salaries of some of the country's top civil servants. The Indiana Pacers will play the Denver Nuggets at London's O2 Arena in January. Seven Russian cyclists have been banned from competing at the Rio Olympics. Wrexham have signed Plymouth Argyle striker James Harvey on a two-year deal. The number of assaults on prison staff in England and Wales has reached a record high, figures show. Dieter Wenders and Tom Ford will compete for the top prize at this year's Venice Film Festival. A Grade II-listed manor is to open to the public for the first time in more than 50 years. A four-year-old girl has died after being hit by an elephant at Rabat Zoo in Morocco. Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri has been left out of first-team training by manager Pep Guardiola. The number of little terns in the UK has fallen by more than 50% this year, according to the RSPB. A clinic for rape victims has been launched at the Royal London Hospital. A volcano in Hawaii, America, has been spewing lava into the air. Jeremy Corbyn is facing a challenge to his leadership of the Labour Party. Millions of people are being urged to renew their tax credits before the midnight deadline. National League side Braintree Town have signed defender Mark Lawless on a one-year deal. The latest series of Celebrity Big Brother was watched by an average of 2.3 million viewers, overnight figures show. The 2016 Olympic Games are coming to an end. An e-fit of two men wanted in connection with an attempted abduction near an RAF base was not one of the suspects, police have said. A 19-year-old man has admitted causing the deaths of two teenagers in a car crash. A US judge has ordered genetic tests to be carried out on six people who claim to be relatives of Prince. Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) has failed its latest European stress test. The UN Security Council has approved the deployment of UN police to Burundi. Portsmouth and 10-man Carlisle played out a 1-1 draw at Fratton Park. A ceremony has been held to mark the 50th anniversary of England's 1966 World Cup final. Sri Lanka beat Australia by an innings and 88 runs in the first Test in Galle. Two men have been arrested in Dublin after drugs with an estimated street value of more than half a million euros (£1.3m) were seized. Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink's first game in charge of Queens Park Rangers ended in a comfortable victory over Leeds United. Turkey has sacked more than 100 soldiers, the defence ministry says. World number one Novak Djokovic beat Kei Nishikori in straight sets to win the Shanghai Masters. They are zombies. US rapper Kanye West has said he wants to work with Ikea. A US company has teamed up with two companies to develop a way to control the body's nerves. League One side Accrington Stanley have signed former Wales defender Ben Davies on a one-year deal. Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka says the club are not in a rush to sign new players. Sale Sharks centre Nathan Hughes has been named in the England squad for a pre-season camp. Neonatal incubators are to be used on Wales Air Ambulance's newest helicopter. Lancashire's One-Day Cup match against Warwickshire was abandoned without a ball being bowled because of rain. League One side MK Dons have signed Republic of Ireland striker Andreas Makris from Danish side FC Midtjylland. The daughter of the late Labour peer Lord Janner has described allegations of historical child sex abuse as "an outrage". Senior bosses at Manchester City Council are to receive pay rises of up to 7%. Richard Keogh's first-half header was enough to give Derby County victory over Grimsby. Oldham beat 10-man Wigan to reach the second round of the EFL Cup. Chester eased to victory over Dagenham and Redbridge in the National League. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has said the US election will be "rigged". Channing Tatum is to star in a remake of 2004 film The Mermaid. England fast bowler Steven Finn has been recalled to the squad for the third Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston. A dog that was removed from its home in west Belfast has been given an exemption by Belfast City Council. UKIP is expected to announce the full list of candidates to succeed Nigel Farage as party leader on Wednesday. A judge has ordered a father to facilitate the return of his daughter from Saudi Arabia. Nottingham Forest have signed former Nottingham Forest defender Danny Wilson on a one-year deal. Hibernian head coach Neil Lennon has been given a one-match touchline ban by Uefa. Blackpool have signed former York City midfielder Shaun Brisley on a one-year deal. A man has died following a two-car crash in County Londonderry. Barnsley have signed midfielder Angus MacDonald on a two-year deal following his release by Torquay United. Wayne Rooney's testimonial game against Manchester United on Saturday will be streamed live on Facebook. The Metropolitan Police is to increase the number of armed officers across England and Wales, Chief Constable Sir Bernard Hogan-Howe has said. Great Britain will face Argentina in the semi-finals of the Davis Cup at Queen's Club. One of the world's biggest bitcoin exchanges, Bitfinex, has said that it has been hacked. UKIP leadership candidate Steven Woolfe has been excluded from the ballot after a late submission. Derby County have agreed a deal to re-sign Nottingham Forest midfielder George Taft on a season-long loan. Police have fired a Taser at a gang of armed robbers who tried to break into a shop in central London. Hundreds of unlicensed landlords in Southampton are refusing to apply for a licence, a council has said. A campaign has been launched to restore a door painted with the portrait of a former Whitbread boss. Eight women have been arrested in Spain after a flashmob turned into a panic in a seaside town. Scientists say they have found evidence for the source of a massive flood in China. A campaign by relatives of British soldiers killed in the Iraq war has raised more than £50,000. Canada has launched its first public inquiry into missing and murdered indigenous women. Nine children have been injured after a bouncy castle fell on to a carnival slide in Dorset. Russia says it is investigating reports that chlorine gas has been dropped on a hospital in the Syrian city of Aleppo. The sequel to Harry Potter spin-off Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them will be released in November, Warner Bros has said. Edinburgh's arts festivals are getting under way. Norwich City have signed Tottenham striker Alex Pritchard for an undisclosed fee and goalkeeper Ben Jones for an undisclosed fee. Saracens flanker Nick Tompkins has signed a new three-year contract with the Premiership club. League One side Charlton Athletic have signed defender Luke Pearce from Wigan Athletic for an undisclosed fee. Photographs of a former railway station have gone on display to mark the 50th anniversary of its closure. League One side MK Dons have signed Aston Villa defender Jordan Suliman on loan until the end of the season. Derby County manager Nigel Pearson says midfielders Jacob Butterfield and Martin Olsson will miss the start of the Championship season. jockey Ryan Moore has been ruled out of the rest of the season with a knee injury. Nissan's sponsorship of the Rio Olympics is the "right decision", the company's chief executive has said. Lauren Beaumont hit an unbeaten 109 as Surrey Stars beat Yorkshire Diamonds in the Women's Super League. Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has been accused of "woefully unrealised" by the UK's chief rabbi. League One side Gillingham have signed Queens Park Rangers striker Emmanuel-Thomas on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee. A third human foot has been found in a park in Bristol. Worcestershire's hopes of avoiding relegation suffered a blow as Kent took control on day three at Canterbury. Actor Christopher Biggins has been removed from the Celebrity Big Brother house after making "great offence" to housemates and the viewing public. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has reversed his claim that the Obama administration paid $400m (£400m) to Iran. Footage has been released of a fire at a bowling and indoor market in Norfolk. England midfielder James Milner has announced his retirement from international football. Spanish police have arrested a man suspected of being part of the Pink Panther jewellery gang. England batsman Alex Hales has donated £4.10 to a cricket fan during the second Test against England. Will Grigg scored twice as Wigan eased to victory over Blackburn at the DW Stadium. Daniel O'Shaughnessy's late equaliser earned Cheltenham a draw at Mansfield. Liam Boyce scored a hat-trick as Ross County beat 10-man Inverness Caledonian Thistle. One of the 35 people arrested and deported from the Byron restaurant chain has spoken of his ordeal. Russell Knox and Paul Casey are two shots off the lead after two rounds of the Travelers Championship. League One side Blackburn Rovers have signed Aston Villa midfielder Joe Mason and Chelsea midfielder Jordan Houghton on season-long loan deals. League One side Bury have signed former Bolton Wanderers midfielder Paul Rachubka on a one-year deal. Annan and Edinburgh City made a winning start to the Scottish League Two season. Thousands of people have taken part in Belfast's annual Pride parade. Lionel Messi could be called up for Argentina's next two World Cup qualifiers. Rochdale have re-signed Paul Mullin on a one-year deal. A 21-year-old man who attacked two policewomen with a machete in a Belgian town has been named by prosecutors. West Ham came from two goals down to beat Juventus in a pre-season friendly at the London Stadium. Hibernian made it through to the last 16 of the Scottish Women's FA Cup with a 3-1 win over Rangers. Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has ordered the transfer of the body of former dictator Ferdinand Marcos to a military cemetery in Manila. Ireland were beaten by South Africa in the second one-day international in Johannesburg. An oil rig has run aground on a beach in the Western Isles. Nottingham Forest manager Philippe Montanier says the League Cup is the "only way to go into the Europa League". Actor and campaigner Lord Rix has written to Baroness D'Souza calling for the right to die. The row over the pay of the chief executive of Vodafone has reignited the debate about executive pay. Paris St-Germain have signed Real Madrid forward Jese Rodriguez on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Period tracking apps are one of the world's most popular health and fitness apps. A World War Two veteran from Carmarthen has been presented with France's highest military honour. Barclays has agreed to pay $1bn (£700m) to settle allegations that it rigged the Libor interest rate. Norwich City midfielder Michael Lafferty has been banned for two games by the Football Association for breaching betting rules. Holders Manchester City will face Arsenal in the Women's FA Cup semi-finals. England hooker Dylan Hartley says he is not distracted by the British and Irish Lions selection. More than a third of working families in England would be unable to pay their housing costs for more than one month with no job, a survey suggests. Novak Djokovic has been knocked out of the Olympic men's doubles in the second round. The decision to delay the construction of a new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point is a huge blow to the UK government. Nottinghamshire captain Chris Read says his side are "full of confidence" after reaching the T20 Blast Finals Day. Burton Albion manager Nigel Clough says he has not ruled out signing former Derby County defender Richie Barker. A man has been jailed for life for the "barbaric" murder of a Glasgow shopkeeper. A US teenager who posted videos on YouTube showing a gun being fired by a drone is suing his university. Members of the RMT union at Virgin Trains on the east coast have voted in favour of strike action. A GP group is considering suspending all non-essential hospital services in a bid to save money. Some of the world's most decorated athletes have been spotted with red circles on their skin. Craft brewer BrewDog has launched its first crowdfunding round in the United States. A road in Hampshire which was closed for more than a year after a landslide is to reopen. Great Britain missed the chance to go top of Pool C of the World Rugby Sevens as they were held to a draw by Japan. Temporary power provider Aggreko has agreed to buy US firm Dryco. A former police community support officer (PCSO) has been jailed for eight years for sexually abusing a teenage girl. Ospreys have signed Wales flanker Rob McCusker on a deal until the end of the season. Salvage teams are due to carry out a more detailed assessment of the grounded oil rig Helix. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has been accused of inciting violence after he suggested Democratic rival Hillary Clinton would abolish the Second Amendment. Indian cricketer Ravindra Jadeja has been fined for posting photos of himself with a lion on Instagram. The number of weddings held in Gretna fell by more than a third last year. Cardiff City head coach Paul Trollope says the Championship club are willing to listen to offers for players. New Portsmouth signing Emmanuel Linganzi says he is "hungry" at the League Two club. Catalans Dragons forward Ben Mason has been forced to retire because of injury. Birmingham City have signed Dundee striker Liam Stewart on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Great Britain's women made it two wins from two at the Olympic Games with a 3-2 victory over Argentina in Rio. Police are investigating a near-miss between a passenger plane and a drone. First Minister Arlene Foster has said Northern Ireland's border must not become a catalyst for illegal activity. Two people have been taken to hospital following a two-car crash on the A55 in Gwynedd. At least 20 civilians have been killed in Russian air strikes on the Syrian city of Raqqa, activists say. Derby County captain Richard Keogh has signed a new three-year contract with the Championship club. Three men who forced a teenage girl into having sex with men for money have been jailed. Dozens of jobs are at risk after a bus company went into administration. Bog snorkelling and swimming are among the activities taking place in Gwynedd this weekend. Michael Dunlop set the fastest time for Saturday's Ulster Grand Prix at Dundrod. Egyptian giants Al Ahly were held to a 1-1 draw by Zambia's Zesco United in Group B of the African Champions League on Saturday. Northern Ireland's Liam Donnelly is through to the quarter-finals of the Olympic men's flyweight. The Yorkshire Ripper could be moved to a prison after being diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia. Two brothers who murdered a drug dealer in a "bloodbath" have been jailed. A report into electoral fraud has said it is "very worried" about the way postal votes are handled. US comedian and comedian Hart has announced he is working on a new album. The government's counter-terrorism strategy, Prevent, is "not working", a Labour MP has said. A flood-hit railway line in Oxfordshire has reopened. Everton have signed Manchester United winger Adnan Januzaj on loan until the end of the season. Egypt's Mohammed El Shehaby refused to shake his hand in the first round of the Olympic judo. Fox News has appointed Steve Abernethy and Bill Shine as its new chief executive. A campaign to hold a referendum on whether Cardiff should have an elected mayor has failed to reach its target, a councillor has said. Chester have re-signed midfielder Jack Lloyd on loan from National League rivals Braintree Town until the end of the season. Uzbekistan's Rustam Dusmatov won Olympic gold in the men's flyweight final with victory over Colombia's Ivan Martinez. Welsh cyclist Martyn Doull said it was "unbelievable" to win an Olympic gold medal for Wales. Jazz Carlin says she has been working with a sports psychologist to help her win two Olympic medals. Blackpool and Wycombe played out a goalless draw at Bloomfield Road. Jon Stead scored a late winner as Notts County came from behind to beat Hartlepool. China's Joseph Schooling won Olympic gold in the men's 100m butterfly as Michael Phelps failed to win his 22nd gold. Great Britain's Greg Rutherford is through to the long jump semi-finals at the Rio Olympics. Britain's Beth Tweddle has won a silver medal at the Rio Olympics. Video replays have been used for the first time in the United States. League One side Wigan Athletic have signed Bournemouth midfielder Gareth MacDonald on a season-long loan deal. Usain Bolt qualified fastest for the semi-finals of the men's 100m at the World Championships. Fidel Castro and the Queen are two of the world's most famous people. A man has been charged with the murder of a woman who has been missing for more than a month. A man in his 20s is in a critical condition in hospital after being attacked in the Waterside area of Londonderry. A man who set fire to a train in the western German city of St Gallen has died, police say. A murder investigation has been launched after a carer was found dead near a mosaic in Hyde Park. Jessica Ennis-Hill's coach Toni Minichiello says the Olympic silver medallist should consider her future. Britain's Mark Cavendish is third in the men's road race at the Rio Olympics. Colombia's Tatyana Ibarguen won Olympic gold in the women's long jump. A Russian long jump athlete has been cleared to compete at the Rio Olympics. At least nine people have been killed in floods in the US state of Louisiana, officials say. A 23-year-old man has died after his motorbike was involved in a collision with three cars in Edinburgh. The wreckage of an RAF helicopter which was forced to make an emergency landing on a Snowdonia peak has been recovered. It's that time of year again - A-level results. Germany's central bank, the Bundesbank, has called on the government to raise the retirement age to 69. Jeremy Corbyn has pledged to expand bus services to areas not currently covered by the government. A baby has been saved from choking after swallowing more than two times. League One side Accrington Stanley have signed Burnley defender Dave Jones on a season-long loan deal. Liverpool eased into the fourth round of the EFL Cup with a comfortable win at Burton. Wolves reached the second round of the FA Cup with victory over Cambridge. Adama Diomande scored twice as Hull City came from behind to beat League Two Exeter City in the EFL Cup. Tyler Denton scored the only goal of the game as Leeds beat Luton in League One. An Indian official's suggestion that a man could be prosecuted for staring at women for more than 14 seconds has gone viral on social media. It's been a year for one British couple. Scientists have discovered a genetic link between chronic pain and depression. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said tackling the attainment gap is the "top priority" for schools in the Scottish Borders. Two Taiwanese soldiers have died after their tank plunged into a river during a military drill. A learner driver has been stopped by police in south-west London for having no insurance. Spain's Alberto Walz won Olympic gold in the men's 200m kayak sprint. Derbyshire pair Shiv Thakor and Billy Godleman have signed new contracts with the county. An investigation has been launched after a disabled woman was refused a taxi to get to a Carmarthenshire venue. The number of syphilis cases in London has more than doubled in the past five years. The roll-out of smart meters in the UK has been delayed again. Norwich City manager Alex Neil says his side deserved to beat Preston. Jonathan Trott hit a century as Warwickshire beat Essex to reach the One-Day Cup final. Bristol City manager Lee Johnson says he has invited former Watford defender Joel Ekstrand to join the Championship club. Hull City striker Sam Clucas has signed a new four-year contract with the Premier League club. A man has been charged with murder following the death of a man in Bedfordshire. Police are searching a park where three human feet have been found. England women's football team would have won a gold medal at the Rio Olympics, says manager Tim Southampton. Former Inverness Caledonian Thistle manager Ryan Christie has called for a rule in Scottish football to be introduced. A man from the Republic of Ireland has been shot dead in Spain. Australia's Immigration Minister Peter Dutton has launched a scathing attack on two media organisations. Talks aimed at averting further strikes by North Sea workers have been adjourned until next week. Highland Council has said it is unlikely that a new school campus in Wick will open in October. Sean Ervine hit a century as Hampshire dominated day one against Somerset at Taunton. Mikki Viljoen took five wickets as Derbyshire dominated day one against Gloucestershire at Bristol. A charity jigsaw has been saved after four pieces went missing. Russian weightlifter Alexander Artykov has been stripped of his Olympic bronze medal after failing a drugs test. A motorcyclist has died in a crash on the A90 in Dumfries and Galloway, police have said. Southend United have signed former Bournemouth and Portsmouth defender Nathan Hollands on a deal until the end of the season. Kell Brook says beating Gennady Golovkin would make him the best pound-for-pound boxer in the world. Swansea City Council is "open" to a commercial deal with the club to expand the Liberty Stadium. A music festival has been cancelled because of high winds. A suspected double killer has been ordered to be extradited to the UK. A former police officer has been jailed for more than eight years for sexually assaulting a young girl. Three people have been rescued after their dinghy capsized off Invergordon. A murder investigation has been launched after the death of a 21-year-old man in Larkhall, North Lanarkshire. Formula 1 is one of the world's most famous racing teams. Bradford missed the chance to go top of League One as they were held to a draw by Oldham at Valley Parade. Substitute Marcus Rashford scored a stoppage-time winner as Manchester United beat Hull City at the KCOM Stadium. Arsenal maintained their 100% start to the Premier League season with victory at Watford. The Dangerous Dogs Act is "simply not effective", an MP has said. Nigerian rower Chierika Ukogu has become a social media sensation. Boxing is a conveyor belt. England manager Sam Allardyce says it would be a "great shame" for Team GB to compete at the Olympics. Scottish Labour leader Kezia Dugdale has backed Owen Smith in the party's leadership contest. A Labour MP has accused Jeremy Corbyn of "isolating and ostracising" him from his family. The hard shoulder of the M6 in the West Midlands has been closed after a fatal crash. Police are investigating after reports of a "horrible scraping noise" from a football club. Chinese authorities are expected to approve the takeover of Syngenta by the end of the year. Barbra Streisand has said Apple's Siri will change the pronunciation of her name. England manager Sam Allardyce says he is concerned about the future of Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart. A lecturer has admitted killing his wife in a " stabbing frenzy" in April. Guernsey manager Tony Vance said he was "proud" of his side's second-half performance against National League side Braintree Town. Volkswagen has been ordered by a German court to resume deliveries to two suppliers. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is investigating the case of Ethiopian runner Feyisa Lilesa, who protested against the government in Rio. Work has begun to repair a railway station. Former BBC Radio 1 DJ Chris Denning has pleaded guilty to 12 counts of indecent assault. (Close): Wall Street markets were little changed on Monday as oil prices fell and the S&P 500 rose. US sportswear company Speedo and sportswear company Ralph Lauren have dropped their sponsorship of US swimmer Ryan Lochte. A dissident republican accused of encouraging support for the IRA has been granted permission to travel to the Republic of Ireland. Morecambe manager Jim Bentley has urged his players to keep their feet on the ground after they moved to the top of League Two. The European Commission has opened a case against the Northern Ireland Executive over its decision to defer water charges. Turkish forces have launched an offensive against so-called Islamic State (IS) in northern Syria. One of Wales' most famous paintings has been bought by the National Trust. Plans for a new public transport network in Bristol have been thrown into doubt. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child writer Thorne is to write a TV series based on the work of Scottish author Dick. A group of volunteers has been awarded a £1m grant to help clean up and improve the Isle of Man's beaches. A US zoo has erased its Twitter account of Harambe, the gorilla that was shot dead after falling into its enclosure. Some parts of the world are not yet ready for HIV testing, say World Health Organization (WHO). For years, Myanmar's Muslim minority has been one of the most serious problems in the country. Bay TV has been put up for sale. The number of GCSE entries in England, Northern Ireland and Wales has fallen for the second year running. A patient was discharged from a hospital after a "never event", it has emerged. Australia's Danaulkner took a hat-trick as Sri Lanka beat Australia in the second one-day international. A woman has been appointed as the UK's first hedgehog-friendly officer. League One side MK Dons have signed Birmingham City striker James Vaughan for an undisclosed fee. Britain's Chris Froome finished third in the Vuelta a Espana after a crash on the final stage. The US Treasury Department has asked the European Commission to reconsider its investigation into Apple's tax arrangements. Former children's laureate Anne Blackman's novel Noughts and Crosses is to be turned into a BBC One drama. An Australian man has told a court he was "really sorry" for helping men fight for the Islamic State group in Syria. A Czech woman who was lost in New Zealand for more than a month has described how she survived. Michael Dunlop set the pace in first practice at the Isle of Man TT. Scientists have discovered a gene that makes people drink less coffee. More than 100 shops have been shut down in England and Wales since a ban on legal highs came into force in May. The number of Syrian refugees in Wales has more than doubled in the past three months. An oil and gas rig that ran aground in the Western Isles could be salvaged, according to a Stornoway councillor. Russian President Vladimir Putin has condemned the ban on Russia's Paralympic athletes. Ireland's Alan Cassells and Alan Scrimgeour have qualified for Saturday's lightweight pair final at the World Rowing Championships in Rotterdam. Ross County have signed midfielder Ryan Chow on a two-year deal. Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola will face his former club Barcelona in the Champions League group stage. Chelsea have signed goalkeeper Eduardo from Benfica for an undisclosed fee. Saracens and Wasps have warned that the case of former Sharks captain Willis could "set a dangerous precedent". West Ham manager Slaven Bilic says he is "angry and frustrated" after his side were knocked out of the Europa League. Lancashire head coach Ashley Giles says his side are getting a "wake-up call" after a poor start to the season. Rescue teams in central Italy are continuing to search for survivors after Wednesday's earthquake. People who have smoked tobacco or e-cigarettes are being sought in a study by Dundee University. lifeguards are being deployed at Camber Sands following the deaths of five men. Russian hacker Roman Seleznev has been found guilty in a US court. Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas and Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas have been left out of Lopetegui's Spain squad. Welsh Conservative leader Andrew RT Davies has said he does not think a re-run of the assembly would be won. The case for a US interest rate rise has strengthened, the head of the Federal Reserve has said. A 24-hour bus strike in London has been called off. A man from Aberdeenshire has been jailed for two-and-a-half years for tax evasion. More than 100 jobs have been lost at a Londonderry food company. Scottish Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has said he will work with Scottish leader Kezia Dugdale after she was jeered at a TV debate. Two people have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was found dead in woodland. The probability of the UK leaving the European Union is "very, very low", the former cabinet secretary has said. A restaurant in China has become the first in the country to serve puppies. Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen set the pace in final practice at the Belgian Grand Prix. Steven Davies hit an unbeaten 109 as Surrey beat Yorkshire to reach the One-Day Cup semi-finals at Lord's. A man has been stabbed during a fight at a gig in Glasgow. Police have been granted more time to question five men arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences. Turkey's government has lifted a ban on female police officers wearing headscarves. Spanish police have arrested dozens of Chinese nationals suspected of running a human trafficking ring. Great Britain's Eurobasket qualification hopes suffered a blow as they lost to the Netherlands in their final warm-up game. It was a busy day for Laura Robson. He is one of Scotland's most famous wingers. Britain's Kyle Edmund and Johanna Konta will begin the defence of their US Open title on Monday. American Patrick Reed says he wants "sweet revenge" for the United States after winning the Tour Championship. Wales began their 2018 World Cup qualifying campaign with a comfortable win over Moldova in Cardiff. GPs in England should be allowed to spend at least 15 minutes with patients, the British Medical Association has said. The world's first tidal energy array has been installed off Shetland. Heavy rain has caused flooding in parts of Norfolk. A memorial service has been held in Glasgow for the victims of the Italian earthquake. Hundreds of people have taken part in a " gravy wrestling" at a pub. A hen party had to be rescued by a lifeboat crew after their boat got stuck in mud. Former Nottingham Forest striker Oliver Burke could "give Usain Bolt a run for his money", says former Nottingham Forest midfielder Michael McGovern. Four-time Olympic champion Katherine Grainger says she has been inspired by her martial arts instructor. Police have appealed for information after a woman was raped in Dundee. American businessman Dermot McCourt has agreed to buy French side Marseille. US drugmaker Mylan has said it will launch a generic version of its EpiPen drug after criticism of soaring prices. A British backpacker who died after being stabbed in Australia has been named by police. Mexico has sacked Interior Minister Carlos Galindo over the deaths of 42 people in a police raid. A Scottish sea salt company has signed a deal with one of the UK's biggest supermarkets. Edinburgh City Council has said it is "100% committed" to plans for a new cycle path. Former Treasury minister Lord Myners has criticised the £24.3bn takeover of ARM Holdings by Japan's Softbank. Glasgow-based engineering firm ID Systems is to create 100 new jobs after securing a loan from UK Steel (UKSE). Aston Villa have signed striker Jonathan Kodjia from Championship rivals Bristol City for an undisclosed fee. The number of jobs created in Wales has risen, according to new figures. badges are to be worn on London's Tube to help people with long-term conditions. A drug to treat Alzheimer's disease may be "on the horizon", say scientists. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Farai Sevenzo looks at the African political landscape. Mila Kunis has failed to topple Finding Dory from the top of the UK box office chart. Fire safety has been found at a new hospital in Coventry. Thousands of native white-clawed crayfish have been released in Wales in a bid to save the species. US Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has said his meeting with Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto was "strong and straightforward". Nigeria has fallen into recession, according to official figures. The second group of Syrian refugees have arrived in Londonderry. Scottish actress Karen Gillan has been cast in the new Jumanji film. Ferguslie Park in Renfrewshire is the most deprived area in Scotland, according to new figures. Borders Council is to carry out a two-year review of its schools. Turkey has said its military operations in Syria will continue until "all terrorist elements have been neutralised". Captain Eoin Morgan and all-rounder Ben Stokes have been named in the England Twenty20 squad. A "huge" iguana has made its way up a tree in Suffolk for three months. League Two side Southend United have signed Cambridge United midfielder Michael Keane on a season-long loan deal. Sri Lanka's former defence secretary has been arrested on suspicion of corruption. One of Wales' biggest science centres has been given more time to find alternative funding. Tributes have been paid to England Under-19 footballer Zoe Tynan, who died after being hit by a train. South Africa is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. League Two side Wycombe Wanderers have signed Leyton Orient's Sam Kashket and Southampton midfielder George Gape on loan. Staff at the Northern Ireland operations of US firm Caterpillar have been told to expect news on Thursday. Voters had by and large lost faith in established political figures as opinion-leaders in the EU referendum, a report says. MK Dons have signed Crystal Palace defender George Taft on loan until the end of the season. Richard Clarke, the author of The Oz magazine, has died at the age of 83, his wife Julie Clarke has said. Recruitment firm Hays has said trading in the UK is "more challenging" following the Brexit vote. Cardiff's main railway station is to be closed and replaced by a truck stunt. Gourmet burger chain Gourmet Burger Kitchen has been bought by the owner of Nando's. Plans for a new golf course in the Highlands have been criticised by conservationists. The World Chainsaw Carving Championships are getting under way. Police in Scotland are to become the first force in the UK to carry Tasers. Three former pupils of a north Belfast school have been compensated for their injuries during a loyalist protest. Royal Mail has released a set of stamps to mark the 200th anniversary of the Great Fire of London. SpaceX has carried out a test of its rocket. A football club is trying to trace a bride-to-be after a bridge collapsed on to a motorway. Torquay United manager Kevin Nicholson says he will not be selling Eunan O'Kane to Bournemouth. A hospital trust is offering free accommodation to nurses who want to work in the south of England. A teacher at a school at the centre of the Trojan Horse affair has been cleared of misconduct. Concerns have been raised about the rise in water in the Tibetan plateau. Kilmarnock have ended the loan spell of Ryan Waddington and Liam Davies from Premier League side Arsenal. A buzzard has been rescued after getting stuck in a fence in Gwynedd. A Romanian hacker has been sentenced to five years in prison in New York for hacking into US email accounts. A 25-year-old man has appeared in court charged with causing the deaths of a 13-year-old boy and his aunt by dangerous driving. whole brain radiotherapy should not be used to treat lung cancer, say doctors in the Lancet. Five people have been arrested in a series of drugs raids in Gloucester. Uzbekistan's President Islam Karimov has died at the age of 83. US singer Adele has topped the UK album chart with her latest album. A former US university swimmer who was jailed for six months for sexually assaulting a woman has been released from jail. London Welsh have agreed a deal to sell the club to a US-based group. A Royal Marine from Northern Ireland has appeared in court charged with terrorism offences. The US space agency's Juno probe has returned its first images of Jupiter. Nottingham Forest striker Britt Assombalonga has signed a new four-and-a-half-year contract with the club. Lancashire's County Championship match against Somerset was abandoned without a ball being bowled because of rain. Sir Bradley Wiggins and Mark Cavendish have been named in the field for this year's Tour of Britain. Kenny Miller's injury-time equaliser earned Burton a draw at Wolves. Aaron Mooy scored the only goal of the game as Huddersfield Town beat Leeds United at Elland Road. Substitute Lee Novak came off the bench to rescue a point for Charlton at Fleetwood. John Akinde scored the only goal of the game as Barnet beat Mansfield at the Proact Stadium. Liverpool maintained their unbeaten start to the Premier League season with victory over Leicester at Anfield. Ricky Miller scored a hat-trick as Dover came from behind to beat Forest Green 3-2 at the Crabble Athletic Ground. Claudia Winkleman is to step down as host of BBC One's film show Film 2016. Bastian Schweinsteiger has returned to Manchester United's squad for the Europa League. The body of a third man has been found at the site of the collapse of Didcot Power Station. A memorial to Jersey soldiers killed in World War One has been unveiled in France. Sam Allardyce says he will be "happy" if England beat Slovakia in their World Cup qualifier on Saturday. Germany's Andre Greipel won stage one of the Tour of Britain as Mark Cavendish crashed out. Theresa May has been talking about the future of the UK. In the 1970s and 80s, Latin America was seen as a dictatorship. Thousands of Asian domestic workers in Hong Kong have taken to the streets to protest against safety. Tributes have been paid to a couple who died in a crash in Dumfries and Galloway. One in eight workers who are too ill to work before they get to state pension age, according to research by the TUC. German Chancellor Angela Merkel has said she is "very unhappy" after her Christian Democratic Party (CDU) was beaten in regional elections. (Close): The pound hit a three-month high against the dollar after a closely-watched survey indicated the UK's economy was picking up. A Labour MEP is to leave the European Parliament to take up a new role. A mountain rescue team has criticised a campaign to attract tourists to Snowdonia. Scientists say they have found a new way to explain the origin of carbon in the Earth's mantle. Gordon Strachan was in the middle of the second half of Scotland's 2-2 World Cup qualifier against Malta. Glamorgan's bowlers dominated day one against Gloucestershire at Cardiff. Kent's hopes of winning the County Championship were dealt a blow as they were bowled out by Northants on day two. A 15-year-old girl has lost a legal action against a DUP MLA. Women are less likely to ask for a pay rise than men, according to a new study in Australia. Russia's justice ministry has designated the country's main opposition pollsters as a foreign agent. Police are investigating after Britain First members entered a Cardiff mosque. A community group is trying to buy a former school site in Ceredigion. Scientists have developed a new gene editing technique in mice. The UK's agri-food industry is one of the biggest in the world. Hull KR captain Albert Kelly's future at the Super League club is "all up in the air", says head coach Jamie Peacock. Derby's winless start to the season continued as they were beaten by Ipswich at Portman Road. Phyllis Schlafly, the founder of a conservative group in the US, has died at the age of 83. Radical preacher Anjem Choudary has been jailed for 12 years for inviting support for so-called Islamic State. The number of energy customers switching supplier has reached a record high. Firefighters have tackled a blaze at a shopping centre in Cumbria. An app to help people take their own life has been launched in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire. More than 100 branches have closed in Scotland in the last year, according to research by BBC Scotland. A UK singer is launching a bone marrow donor drive in the United States. A Pilates class has been held at a former World War Two camp in the Isle of Man. The Ministry of Defence has announced it will sell 13 military sites to build more than 12,000 new homes by 2020. Israeli archaeologists say they have found a new type of flooring at a holy site in Jerusalem. Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff has left the presidential palace in the capital, Brasilia. An exhibition of sculptures by Dame Zaha Hadid has opened at Chatsworth House. South Africa's new mayor has said he will not buy new luxury cars for politicians. What do you do if you want to play cricket? The new Queensferry Crossing could open by May 2017, it has been claimed. Aston Villa assistant manager Mark Cowans is to step down at the end of the season. A woman has admitted ordering her pet dog to attack another woman in Aberdeen. Universities have been urged to "recapture a civic mission" after the Brexit vote, the education secretary has said. Bank of England governor Mark Carney has defended the Bank's actions after the Brexit vote. A panther has been found dead in a park in Cardiff. African governments have passed or proposed new laws to tackle cyber crime. Mexico's Finance Minister Luis Videgaray has resigned, days after a visit by US presidential candidate Donald Trump. England suffered a nine-wicket defeat by Pakistan in the final Twenty20 international at Old Trafford. US President Barack Obama has met Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for the first time. The number of children in Northern Ireland contacting Childline last year has more than doubled in the past five years. Nottingham's Robin Hood and Maid Marian are getting married after five years together. A court in the West Bank has suspended elections to the Palestinian Authority and the Gaza Strip. Taking an average dose of the cholesterol-lowering drugs statins could prevent 1,000 heart attacks, a review suggests. Tate's director, Nicholas Serota, is to step down at the end of the year. Concerns have been raised about the safety of the Sellafield nuclear reprocessing plant. Uganda's Football Association (Fufa) says it is "confident" it will clear the salary arrears owed to coach Milutin 'Micho' Sredojevic. The US space agency has launched a mission to send back samples from an asteroid called Bennu. A man who has been growing fruit in his garden for more than a decade has said he is "thrilled" by the results. Russia has hailed a "hero" after a Belarusian Paralympic official was expelled from Rio after carrying a Russian flag. A Sri Lankan court has sentenced a former government minister to life in prison for the murder of an MP. The RSPCA is investigating the deaths of three cats in Carmarthenshire. An 82-year-old woman has been seriously injured in a "horrendous" burglary at her home in South Lanarkshire. Survivors of the Merthyr Tydfil disaster have spoken out for the first time in public about the disaster. Police in Rio de Janeiro are questioning the president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Thomas Bach. SpaceX chief executive Elon Musk has said the explosion of a rocket at Cape Canaveral was a "complex failure". Thousands of people are taking part in this year's Great North Run. Former Leyton Orient midfielder Dean Cox says he is "not able to do his job" as he continues his search for a new English Football League club. Millwall striker Lee Tomlin has signed a new two-year contract with the League One club. Scotland's former chief medical officer has been appointed to lead a review of NHS targets. A group of MPs has called on the government to legalise medical cannabis. The family of a man murdered nine years ago have said they have been "completely let down" by the justice system. The killing of Nazi Reinhard Heydrich in the Czech Republic during World War Two is the subject of a new book. Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says Sergio Aguero will miss Saturday's derby against Manchester City. Tommy Seymour scored a hat-trick as Glasgow came from behind to beat Leinster at Scotstoun. BBC Scotland has announced that one of the country's best-known broadcasters, Robbie, is to retire. Nottinghamshire director of cricket Mick Newell says relegation from Division One of the County Championship is "embarrassing". Two British students accused of stealing artefacts from the Auschwitz death camp were seen by police, a court has heard. As he describes his brother-in-law as "a coward". Cambridge's winless start to the League Two season continued as they were beaten at home by Morecambe. Jack Southwell's stoppage-time goal gave Wycombe victory over Stevenage at Adams Park. At least 19 people have been killed in a fire at a factory in Bangladesh, officials say. An unexploded World War Two torpedo has been detonated in Portsmouth harbour. A report into the sale of Nama's Northern Ireland loan portfolio is to be published later. Britain's Greg Rutherford won the long jump at the Great North City Games in Newcastle. Tributes have been paid to a British man who was allegedly murdered in India. A cat has been rescued from the rubble of an earthquake in central Italy. Derbyshire have extended the contracts of fast bowlers Tom Cotton and Tom Taylor until the end of the season. The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) says it is investigating the absence of Algeria's goalball team. Kell Brook has been ruled out for six months after suffering a broken eye in his defeat by Gennady Golovkin. A pregnant woman has completed the Great North Run in a robotic exoskeleton. A man has been seriously injured in a "completely unprovoked attack" in a pub in Glasgow. Police are investigating after two men were stabbed in a nightclub in Aberdeen. Great Britain won four gold medals on the final day of the Rio Paralympics. Salford Red Devils owner Marwan Koukash says he has not made his mind up to leave the club at the end of the season. Tens of thousands of people have taken to the streets of Catalonia to call for independence from Spain. Port Vale goalkeeper Jack Smith is being scouted by Championship clubs, according to the club's director of football Paul Smurthwaite. Dexter Hall will pay tribute to David Bowie at this year's Mercury Music Prize. The value of Volkswagen-badged cars in the UK has not fallen since the emissions scandal began a year ago, research suggests. Two teenagers have been arrested after a 17-year-old boy was stabbed in a supermarket car park. A man who led police on a high-speed chase through West Sussex has been jailed for 15 months. Cardiff Airport should be renamed after the 9/11 attacks, a business leader has said. Tyson Fury's world heavyweight title rematch with Wladimir Klitschko will go ahead on 26 July. Local authorities in England are struggling to find suitable housing and enough school places, the National Audit Office has said. An engineering firm in the Highlands is to create 100 new jobs after securing £3m in funding. Emily has won a competition to write a short story. Venezuela has accused Chile of "bowing to pressure" from the "most reactionary sections of the bourgeoisie" over the detention of a journalist. The Paralympics are one of the world's most prestigious sporting events. The new plastic fiver has been launched in Northern Ireland. Homeowners have said they are unable to live in their home after part of a flood defence wall collapsed. The former chief executive of AIG, Hank Greenberg, is to stand trial on charges of fraud. Bayern Munich began the defence of their Champions League title with a comfortable 5-0 win over St Petersburg. Southampton eased into the fourth round of the FA Cup with victory over Crystal Palace at St Mary's. The childhood home of explorer and archaeologist Gertrude Bell has been named as one of the 10 most endangered buildings in the UK. UK unemployment fell by 39,000 to 5.33 million in August, official figures have shown. A police helicopter has been targeted with a laser pen. Marvel co-creator Steve Lee is to be turned into a film, according to reports. The Crucible and the Royal Shakespeare Company are among the nominees for this year's Olivier Awards. napping during the day may increase the risk of type-2 diabetes, say researchers in Japan. Modern Family actress Sofia Vergara has topped Forbes' annual list of the world's highest-paid actresses. California Governor Jerry Brown has vetoed a bill to end a tax on feminine products. A Gwynedd pensioner died after being hit by a boat off the coast of Italy, an inquest has heard. Liverpool City Council has voted to ban the sale of The Sun. A Florida man has been arrested in connection with a fire at a mosque frequented by the Orlando nightclub gunman. Clint Dempsey has been ruled out of the rest of the season with a knee injury. Talks on the UK's exit from the EU will be "difficult", the former president of the European Council has said. New York's Guggenheim museum has unveiled a gold lavatory that can be used as a urinal for the first time. A new music studio has opened in Manchester. Residents have said they are "very angry" that a rubbish fire is still burning. A charity has said it is seeing a growing number of people from other areas of work who have been exposed to asbestos. UK interest rates have been held at 0.5% by the Bank of England. Russia has lifted a ban on pornography websites. Sinn Féin's Gerry McCann has called for the attorney general to resign. Lewis Hamilton became the third driver to win 50 races in Formula 1 with victory at the United States Grand Prix. Two Polish police officers have arrived in the town where a man was murdered. Ospreys made it three wins from three in the Pro12 with a bonus-point win over Treviso. It's been more than 70 years since the start of the NHS. Scottish Power is to launch a new scheme that allows customers to buy energy by the day. (Close): London's leading shares closed lower, with the FTSE 100 leading the way. A social worker from Vale of Glamorgan has been struck off after being found guilty of misconduct. The X Factor and Britain's Got Talent have signed a new three-year contract with ITV. A £10,000 reward has been offered for information about the murder of schoolgirl Caroline McKeich. A new sixth form college is to open in Flintshire. A festival is to be held in the Borders to mark the birth of one of Scotland's most important philosophers. A woman who raised thousands of pounds for charity after being diagnosed with a brain tumour has died. Hull has raised more than £20m for the city's year as Culture 2017. Nico Rosberg headed Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton in final practice at the Singapore Grand Prix. Police are "extremely concerned" for the safety of a 13-year-old girl who has been missing from her home in Greater Manchester. A UK ticket holder has come forward to claim a £19.7m Euromillions jackpot. Arsenal produced a stunning display to thrash Premier League champions Chelsea at Emirates Stadium. Former first minister Alex Salmond has said a second Scottish independence referendum is likely to be held in the autumn of 2018. staff at a curry house have been questioned by the Border Agency over their immigration. The Northern Ireland Executive Office has defended the appointment of a new press secretary. A third person has been arrested in connection with the disappearance of a newborn baby in north London. Wigan Warriors captain Matty Smith says his side are targeting a home semi-final after they came from behind to beat Warrington. First Minister Carwyn Jones has said he "never called for a veto" on a Brexit deal. A woman has been left blind in one eye after two boys pointed a laser pen at her in Glasgow. Sir Bradley Wiggins says he "stands by" his claim that he had been given illegal intravenous needle injections. Detectives investigating the murders of a mother and her son at a flat in north London have said they may have been targeted. Five people have been arrested after a laser pen was shone at a plane in Edinburgh. Nico Rosberg held off the challenge of Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton to win the Singapore Grand Prix. UK investors are "appalled" by the lack of funding for start-ups, according to one of the UK's leading technology entrepreneurs, Neil Woodford. Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says some of his players feel the pressure and responsibility too much. Barbara Carr, the US actress best known for playing Liesl in The Sound of Music, has died at the age of 97. Jeremy Corbyn has said he is "determined" to lead the Labour Party into the next general election. Police investigating the murder of a teenager in Manchester more than 40 years ago are to make an appeal for information on the BBC's Crimewatch programme. La La Land, starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, has won the People's Choice award at the Toronto Film Festival. Tributes have been paid to a Isle of Man footballer who died in Liverpool. Firefighters have been tackling a blaze at a wood recycling plant in Bridgend county. England women secured their place at Euro 2017 with a comfortable win over Belgium. A new £20m university campus has been officially opened in North Yorkshire. First Minister Carwyn Jones has said there will be "tough decisions" in the first year of the Welsh Government. Joe Clarke's century put Worcestershire in a strong position against Derbyshire at New Road. Tanzania beat Kenya 2-1 to win the Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations in South Africa. A former IRA murder victim has been given the go-ahead to challenge police's request for copies of interviews given by a US university. A witness in the Surjit Singh Chhokar murder trial has been ordered to apologise to lawyer Neil Findlay. AC Milan have signed defender Nikola Benedicic on a two-year deal. Two men who died in a light aircraft crash have been named by police. ScotRail has reached an in-principle agreement with the RMT union in a dispute over driver-only operated trains. Previews and team news for the weekend's EFL Cup and Scottish League Cup games. China's biggest steelmaker, Baosteel, has agreed to merge with its smaller rival. Four men who were wrongly accused of murdering a police officer in Londonderry have said they are "shocked" that all original interview notes from the case have gone missing. Labour's ruling National Executive Committee (NEC) has failed to reach agreement on whether to allow shadow cabinet elections to be held. The funeral of Leeds Rhinos president Harry Jepson has taken place. A woman has told a court she felt like she was in a washing machine after a crash in Aberdeenshire. US pastor David Anderson has been arrested in Botswana after taking part in a radio show. Wigan Warriors prop Ben Flower has been banned for three games after being sent off in Saturday's Super League win over Hull FC. Denny Solomona scored a hat-trick as Castleford came from behind to beat Widnes. Theresa May has become the first female chief executive of the FTSE 100. Zinedine Zidane's first season as Real Madrid manager came to an end on 27 February 2016. A woman in a headscarf is only half as successful as an Austrian woman in getting a job, a study suggests. Google has launched its first virtual reality headset. Two teenagers who stole a vicar's car in broad daylight have been detained. A police community support officer (PCSO) who gave information to a violent drug dealer has been jailed for two years. Darren Stevens' unbeaten century put Kent in a strong position against Essex. US President Barack Obama has called on world leaders to take in more refugees this year. Chilla Bangsa, a 15-year-old girl from Jakarta, is studying at her school. Inditex, the owner of chains Zara and Pull&Bear, has reported a rise in half-year profits. There is "real scope" for de-criminalising cannabis in Northern Ireland, a former police officer has said. Olympic taekwondo champion Ouagadou Cisse says he has become a "national symbol". It's a year since plans for a combined Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire devolution deal were submitted to the government. Workers' pension schemes at Bernard Matthews will continue under the new owners, the Unite union has said. China's space lab is set to fall back into orbit. Donald Trump has said African-American communities are "absolutely in the worst shape they've ever been in before". Last week, the ceasefire in Syria came into effect. (Close): London's leading shares rose after the US Federal Reserve kept interest rates on hold. Restrictions on travelling fans to Chester's National League game against Wrexham have been lifted. A reunion is being held to mark the 20th anniversary of the closure of a Suffolk airport. Swansea City defender Angel Rangel says Manchester City are "looking like the best team in the UK". The Scottish government has ordered a review of undercover policing in Scotland. Images courtesy of AFP, EPA, Getty Images and Reuters West Brom boss Tony Pulis says his 1,000th game will be at Stoke on Saturday. A 16-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of bodyguard David Hayden in east London. Watford striker Isaac Success has been ruled out of Nigeria's 2018 World Cup qualifier against Cameroon on Friday because of a knee injury. Kent's Sam Northeast hit his second Championship century of the season to put his side in a strong position against Essex at Chelmsford. Hampshire were relegated from the County Championship after losing to Durham at the Ageas Bowl. An American man who was shot during a terror attack on a train last year has been awarded France's highest honour. Sports Direct's chief executive, Dave Forsey, has been replaced by Mike Ashley. Mosul, the last major Iraqi city held by so-called Islamic State, will fall "soon", Michael Fallon has said. Leeds United defender Kyle Bartley says manager Pep Guardiola has changed the club's set-up. The EU has said it will not reopen its controversial free trade deal with Canada, CETA. UK universities are considering expanding into Europe as a way to cope with the impact of Brexit. Police in Charleston, South Carolina, have used tear gas and water cannon to break up protests. Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany will miss the rest of the season with a calf injury. Championship side Whitehaven have appointed former St Helens forward Jamie Forster as their new head coach. claims that Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams sanctioned the murder of Denis Donaldson by the Provisional IRA are "absolute nonsense", a lawyer for the family has said. France's Alexander Levy will take a six-shot lead into the final round of the German Open. Chris Packham did not break the BBC's impartiality guidelines, a report has found. Former Manchester United winger Nani says Valencia's poor start to the season is "not very good". A 25-year-old man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for hacking into US government computers and sharing a list of US military personnel to the so-called Islamic State (IS). Mark Connolly's second-half header gave Crawley victory over Blackpool at the Checkatrade.com Stadium. Adebayo Akinfenwa scored a late winner as Wycombe beat Exeter at Adams Park. James Milner scored a late penalty as Liverpool came from behind to beat Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium. Snap, the owner of messaging app Snapchat, has unveiled a device that can record video. A seven-year-old boy who was seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash on the Isle of Wight has made "amazing progress", his parents have said. The first temporary school buildings have arrived at a West Sussex school damaged by fire. Chelsea's Tammy Abraham continued his impressive start to the Championship season with a goal against Fulham. Tens of thousands of people have taken to the streets of Mexico City to protest against the country's plans to legalise same-sex marriage. Leicester missed the chance to go top of the Premier League as they were held to a goalless draw by Southampton. World champion Marc Marquez extended his lead at the top of the MotoGP standings with victory in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The former owner of BHS has launched a new online shop. Business confidence in the UK's manufacturing sector has fallen for the second quarter in a row, according to a survey. Jose Fernandez, the Miami Marlins pitcher who died in a boat crash, was one of baseball's most famous players. Rangers manager Mark Warburton was left "frustrated beyond belief" after his side lost 2-1 to Rangers. Budget airline Monarch has said it expects to make more than £40m by the end of October. An 80-year-old man has died after being hit by a car in Leeds. Parts of Wales could be hit by heavy rain on Monday, the Met Office has warned. The former head of the International Monetary Fund, Rodrigo Rato, has gone on trial in Spain accused of tax evasion. Students are being warned not to take so-called "smart drugs" or "cognitive enhancers" at university. Police have issued a warning after two women in south west Scotland were conned out of thousands of pounds in a telephone scam. The Great British Bake Off is back! Warwickshire off-spinner Samit Patel has signed a new one-year contract with the club. Exeter Chiefs head coach Rob Baxter has praised the impact of fly-half Tom Woodburn. Repairs to a sinkhole which forced the evacuation of more than 50 homes have begun. A man who fractured his six-week-old son's skull has been jailed. Four men have been charged in connection with the discovery of a bomb in Lurgan, County Armagh. The mother of one of the alleged victims of a Rotherham child sex ring has told a court her daughter changed from a "lovely girl to an animal". Rebels in the Syrian city of Aleppo say life in the city is " paralysed" by government air strikes. A hotel has been fined after a worker fell from a balcony. Paul Lawrie says he is "really looking forward" to Europe's Ryder Cup team at Hazeltine. United States Ryder Cup captain Davis Love III has named Bubba Watson as his backroom team. A video of a pen and a pineapple has gone viral on social media. (Close): Wall Street markets closed higher on Monday, boosted by strong consumer confidence data. The UK's defence secretary said he was "disappointed" by the idea of a permanent EU military headquarters. The number of nursery staff in England has fallen by more than a third in the past year, figures show. Germany's data watchdog has ordered Facebook to stop sharing users' data with its parent company, WhatsApp. Lord Sugar has called on the BBC to broadcast a spin-off series of The Apprentice. Police in the southern Indian city of Bangalore have arrested a group of people trying to sell a snake that looks like its head. Niall O'Brien's late drop-goal gave Salford victory over Hull KR in the Qualifiers. I'm looking forward to a new work by the Strand Collective. Britney Spears has returned to the stage in Las Vegas. Sunderland winger Adnan Januzaj will miss the rest of the season with an ankle injury. The US has appointed its first ambassador to Cuba in more than 50 years. Former Israeli President Shimon Peres has died at the age of 93. Sainsbury's has reported a fall in sales as it tries to win more shoppers. The last boat to be built in Bristol has set sail for Edinburgh. Tributes have been paid to a "true gent" who died in a car crash in Angus. Mauritius international goalkeeper David Leopold has been arrested on suspicion of drug dealing. A man has been arrested on suspicion of hacking into Pippa Middleton's iCloud account. More than 70 care homes in England have cancelled their registration to operate as a nursing home, figures show. French President Nicolas Sarkozy's former adviser has spoken out for the first time. Sir Tom Jones is to return as a judge on The Voice UK. Hundreds of thousands of people are dying every year from tuberculosis caused by animals, experts say. Northern Ireland boxers Michael Conlan, Brendan Fowler and Michael Conlan have been given a reprimand by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Craig Gordon says there is "no bigger incentive" for him to keep his place at Celtic. A deal to build a new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point in Somerset has been signed. Hewlett-Packard has apologised for the way it informed users about restrictions on unofficial ink cartridges. A GP who pulled out of a 999 call has been banned from the profession. Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe says he will not be distracted by speculation linking him with the England job. Russia has said it will continue to carry out air strikes on rebel-held areas of the Syrian city of Aleppo. People born in the early 1980s are the first post-war group not to have higher incomes in early adulthood than those born in the preceding decade, research suggests. I have been speaking to the BBC about the government's stance on trade after Brexit. Lionel Messi's shirt is to be auctioned to raise money for a disabled footballer who was hit by a car. Jayaram Jayalalitha was one of India's most controversial politicians. Is the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (Opec) not a surprise? England head coach Eddie Jones will name his 23-man squad on Friday. Saudi Arabia has threatened to retaliate against the US after Congress voted to allow families of victims of the 9/11 attacks to sue. A five-year-old boy in New Zealand has won NZ$1m (£1m) in a Bonus Bonds account. Derby County caretaker boss Chris Powell says "no one wants to be in" following the suspension of manager Nigel Pearson. The SDLP has urged a dissident republican group to reconsider a planned parade in north Belfast. New Glentoran manager Gary Haveron has urged his players to show passion and pride when they host Linfield on Saturday. Petra Kvitova thrashed Simona Halep to reach the final of the Wuhan Open. A tennis player has been named Wales' Young Gifted and Black for the first time. Monty Python star Graham Jones has been honoured with a lifetime achievement award at the Welsh Television Awards. MSPs are to investigate the way electoral returning officers are paid out. Police searching for a missing Edinburgh man have said he has moved to London. A Fife man confessed to raping and sexually abusing two young girls, a court has heard. Russia's foreign minister has told the BBC there is "more and more reasons" to believe the US is protecting the Syrian opposition. Derbyshire have appointed Steve Barnett as their new elite performance director. The police watchdog has launched an investigation into the death of a woman in Fife. Dublin retained their All-Ireland Football title with a 1-11 to 0-13 victory over Mayo at Croke Park. Corey Whitely scored the only goal of the game as Dagenham beat Eastleigh at Ten Acres. Henrik Stenson and Justin Rose have been named in Europe's foursomes pairings for the second day of the Ryder Cup. London's Tower Bridge is to close for more than a month for maintenance work. Vine has written to a 15-year-old boy who posted a video of him being attacked by bullies in east London. The family of an airman who has been missing for more than a week have said it is "out of character". Swansea City head coach Francesco Guidolin says he is "worried" for the Premier League relegation zone. Two men have died in a two-car crash on the A713 in Ayrshire. Three men who tackled a burglar and pinned him to the ground have been honoured by police. boxer Michael Towell has died after suffering "severe bleeding and swelling to his brain" during a match. At least one person has been killed and several others injured in an explosion in southern Spain. Northern Ireland's Paul Pollock has run his first half marathon in Cardiff. A Ceredigion nursery has been hit by a break-in. A double-decker bus has caught fire at Bishopsgate Junction in central London. British conductor Sir Neville Jenkins has died at the age of 93. Mexican driver Sergio Perez will join Force India at the end of the season. A suspected unexploded World War Two bomb has been found in Sheffield. Protests have broken out in Ethiopia after more than 100 people were killed in a stampede at a religious festival. Frank Pantridge was one of Northern Ireland's most famous doctors. Tottenham Hotspur have agreed a settlement with the family of a teenager who suffered a heart attack. What happens when things go wrong? Britain's Kyle Edmund beat Spain's Guillermo Garcia-Lopez in straight sets to reach the second round of the China Open. Bank of Scotland has launched its first plastic £5 note. Jersey's bid to join European football's governing body Uefa has been rejected. Scotland's finance secretary has been accused of failing to give MSPs more time to scrutinise his budget. Catholic priest Fr Donegan has been confronted by an Orange Order parade in north Belfast. A seven-year-old girl has been injured after a vapouriser exploded on a train at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park in Florida. Ulster University (UU) has warned that a vote to leave the European Union could result in prospective EU students withdrawing their applications. The US has suspended peace talks with Russia in Syria. League One side Tranmere Rovers have signed Australia international Chris Herd and striker Frank Nouble. Steve Bruce will not have to "uproot" Birmingham City, says former Blues boss Robbie Savage. Austria striker Christian Harnik has been ruled out of Saturday's World Cup qualifier against Italy with a knee injury. The number of people renting property in the UK is set to double over the next decade, surveyors have warned. Celtic's 13-year-old striker Karamoko has made his first appearance for the club. It's been a busy week in the US election campaign. Ed Sheeran and his fiance will not get married until same-sex marriage is legal in Australia. Plans to restore a Grade II-listed theatre in Lancashire have been put up for auction. Burnley midfielder Michael Keane has been called up to the England squad to replace the injured Adam Johnson. debut writer J Orr has won the BBC National Short Story Award for her short story Disappearances. It's one of the worst crashes in the history of the Olympic women's road race. Nigeria's film industry has banned an actress from its popular Hausa films after she appeared in a music video. MSPs have backed the Scottish government's plans to increase council tax. A convicted paedophile has admitted travelling to the US to have sex with a young boy. A West Midlands Police officer has been jailed for eight years for sexually assaulting two women. Southern rail has been accused of "targeted harassment" by the RMT union on Twitter. A six-year-old girl with a rare form of leukaemia has been given a new lease of life. Plans for a £1bn hydro-electric scheme on a river in north Wales have been withdrawn. A campaign has been launched to honour the founder of Italian football club AC Milan. Playing golf can help people live longer than non-golfers, according to a new study. More than half of children in the UK are checking their mobile phones before going to sleep, a survey suggests. Peru has launched its first satellite. NHS crisis teams are "accepting too much risk" in the home treatment of mentally ill patients, a report says. Bristol City Council has been accused of paying up to £6m to a company to run a park-and-ride service. A gang of people have admitted selling hundreds of puppies for thousands of pounds. British songwriter Rod Temperton, who wrote Michael Jackson's Thriller, has died. First Minister Carwyn Jones has accused the Conservatives of "politics of the gutter". Warwickshire director of cricket Dougie Brown has resigned. The environmental impact of a third runway at Heathrow airport would be " marginal", according to new research. Police searching for a missing airman have released CCTV images of three teenagers they want to trace. London's mayor has written to the prime minister urging her to back a second runway at Gatwick. Teenagers are better at learning from their experiences than adults, research suggests. The US has condemned Israel's decision to build new settlements in the occupied West Bank. Haiti is recovering from the devastation caused by Hurricane Matthew. Police searching for missing toddler Ben Needham on the Greek island of Kos have begun digging a second site. An agency has been criticised for asking a "sexy woman" to work for a personal assistant with a b-c cup. Poland's parliament has rejected a proposal to ban abortion in cases of rape and incest. England's one-day team will travel to Bangladesh for the first time since July after a security exercise at the Dhaka Stadium. The Brexit legal challenge is about to be heard at the High Court. Virtual reality (VR) is one of the world's most popular technology. weightlifter Vardanian has been disqualified from the 2012 Olympics after failing a drugs test. Work is set to start on a new Primark store in Merthyr Tydfil. Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe has announced that the government will review a controversial law that requires all companies to sell their shares. Nottingham Forest's Nicklas Bendtner suffered a knee injury as his side beat Birmingham City in the Championship. Africa is one of the world's fastest-growing art markets. Actress Gillian Mackichan has called for an end to "crime porn" in the UK. Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos has won the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to end the country's 50-year conflict. The father and father of murdered Bradford woman Amina Shahid have appeared in court in Pakistan. Hundreds of jobs could be at risk after a helicopter manufacturer said it would be "significantly downsized" and "fully closed". A man has won the men's title at the World Conkers Championships. Police in the Australian city of Melbourne have warned of a "purge" of the "killer clown" craze. More than 300 people are waiting up to a year for their first urgent consultant-led appointment at the Ulster Hospital. Sports Direct has warned that the fall in the value of the pound will hit its profits. Draper scored a hat-trick as The New Saints beat Forfar Athletic to reach the Scottish Cup quarter-finals. A man has gone on trial accused of setting fire to a house with four children. Bradford's unbeaten start to the season came to an end as they were beaten by Oxford at the Kassam Stadium. Luke Rowe scored the only goal of the game as Doncaster beat Colchester at the Keepmoat Stadium. A fundraising page set up by former EastEnders actress Anne Bracknell has raised more than £1m for her terminal lung cancer. A woman has been killed and several others injured in a chainsaw and axe attack at a shopping centre in Belarus. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has apologised for obscene comments he made about women. If you are "grossly offensive" online, prosecutors in England and Wales have said. The convener of the Western Isles' Crofting Commission has said he has no intention of resigning. Two Labour MPs have resigned from Jeremy Corbyn's front bench reshuffle. Polish film director Andrzej Wajda has died at the age of 89. Donald Trump has accused his Democratic rival Hillary Clinton of being "abusive" to women. An Australian woman who was severely burned in a bushfire has completed the Ironman triathlon. US professors Gary Hart and Tomas Holmstrom have won this year's Nobel economics prize. Jaime Winstone is to play Dame Barbara Windsor in a new BBC One biopic, Babs. Police in Wales are investigating reports of people dressing up as clowns in the "creepy clown" craze. The US Navy says it has intercepted two missiles fired from Houthi-controlled territory in the Arabian Sea on Sunday. A man and his dog have been rescued after their car plunged into a lake in Hertfordshire. Prisoners with serious mental health needs are being put on a waiting list, a former therapist has claimed. Nations are expected to agree on a plan to phase out greenhouse gases that damage the Earth's protective layer. JCB has confirmed that it has ended its membership of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI). British Gymnastics says it will investigate a video which appears to show Olympic silver medallist Louis Smith laughing. Child marriage is the most common form of child marriage in the world, according to a new report by Save the Children. Derby County's winless start to the Championship season continued as they were held to a goalless draw by Brentford. Matty Taylor scored twice as Bristol Rovers came from two goals down to draw with MK Dons at Stadium MK. Sam Baldock scored the only goal of the game as Brighton beat Wolves at the Amex Stadium. West Ham Ladies have signed a deal to "secure the long-term future" of the club's women's team. England's Nick Simpson lost to Egypt's Nour El Sherbini in the second round of the World Squash Championship in Malaysia. The chairman of the Iraq Inquiry is to be questioned by MPs next month. Some GP practices in England deemed to be vulnerable could be left to close, the BBC has learned. Chicken is one of Africa's most famous meats. The number of homicide cases in Scotland has fallen to its lowest level in more than 40 years, according to the Scottish government. A 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with disorder at last month's Old Firm match between Celtic and Rangers. A man who killed his partner with a single punch has had his jail term increased. Nick Kyrgios said he was "bored" after beating American Sam Querrey at the Shanghai Masters. Former deputy prime minister Lord Heseltine has called on the prime minister to set an industrial strategy for education. The so-called Islamic State (IS) has confirmed the death of Abu Mohammed al-Furqan. The Great Exhibition will be held in Newcastle and Gateshead, it has been announced. Premiership side Harlequins have signed fly-half Demetri Catrakilis from Clermont Auvergne. Glamorgan director of cricket Hugh Morris says the county need to strengthen their fast bowlers for the 2017 season. We asked you to send in your questions about the recent fall of the pound and rise of the FTSE 100. Three Syrian refugees who overpowered a suspected terror suspect in Germany have been praised for their actions. Warrington Wolves have released Ryan Bailey, Ryan Cox and Jamie Dodds. Samsung has recalled its Galaxy Note 7 phone after reports of phones catching fire. Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has said he will not break a mutual-defence treaty with the US next year. Plans for a new main stand at Tynecastle have been approved by councillors. Northern Ireland's five teaching unions have rejected a pay offer from the Department of Education. Four companies have made their bids for a new rail franchise in Wales. It's been a year since Tyson Fury crashed his car. Australia's New South Wales (NSW) parliament has called Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump a "revolting slug". Pakistan's Supreme Court has postponed the hearing of a Christian woman sentenced to death for blasphemy. Italian playwright Dario Fo has died in Milan at the age of 89. Carrick Rangers have appointed former Crusaders defender Paul Callaghan as their new manager. It's a big day for the Welsh Government. A double-decker bus has crashed into a river in the Scottish Borders. Olympic gold medallist Jessica Ennis- Hill has launched two running events in her home town of Windsor. Aberdeen's first ever comedy festival is getting under way. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has backed interim England boss Gareth Southgate to be given the job on a permanent basis. The jury in the trial of footballer Ched Evans has been told to consider the charges made against him. Burkina Faso has asked France to declassify military documents to see whether France played a role in the assassination of President Thomas Sankara, his lawyer says. A man whose remains were found in a lay-by was not murdered, police have said. Pep Guardiola could "do a big revolution" in English football, says former Manchester City midfielder Xavi. Burton Albion boosted their Championship survival hopes with victory over Birmingham City. Liverpool owner Fawaz Al Hasawi says the sale of the club has been completed. More than 100 people have taken part in a major flood training exercise in Calderdale. The Welsh Government's free childcare policy could cost up to £200m a year, it has been claimed. Letting agencies are "getting away" with fees for letting tenants, an AM has said. A Celtic fan is to stand trial accused of displaying a "threatening and offensive" banner at the Old Firm match. The family of a soldier shot dead at an Army base in Surrey 20 years ago have won a new inquest. First Minister Carwyn Jones has called on the UK government to resettle more unaccompanied child refugees in the UK. U2 have topped the UK album chart with their second album, Revolution Radio. The Welsh Government has said it is "extremely concerned" about plans to cut 27 jobs at BBC Studios. A new registry of breast implant surgery in England has been launched by the government. A virtual reality tour of Nottingham's caves has been launched. A woman who died from blood poisoning at a north London hospital was not given the "best chance of survival", an inquest has heard. A rare painting of the coronation has been discovered in County Durham. Derry City came from behind to beat Bohemians 2-1 at Maginn Park. Norway has rejected a bid to give Finland the summit of one of the country's highest mountains. Alex Baptiste's second-half header gave Preston victory at Norwich. Nicky Ajose's injury-time penalty rescued a point for Charlton at Gillingham. Erhun Oztumer scored twice as Walsall beat Swindon at the County Ground. Partick Thistle's winless run continued as they were held to a draw by Ross County. Jessica Ennis-Hill's career has come to an end. Police have appealed for information after a woman was sexually assaulted in Aberdeen. Cardiff City midfielder Junior Hoilett says manager Neil Warnock was a "no-brainer" to join the club. A man has been injured after a firework was dropped through the doorway of a shop in north Belfast. Labour's Lord Elis-Thomas has said there is a "serious constitutional challenge" in the Welsh Government. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says Barcelona are "special" in the way they play. Jose Mourinho returned to Chelsea as Manchester United manager with a heavy defeat at Stamford Bridge. The world's agriculture sector needs to "major changes" to the way it produces food, the UN says. British pair Naomi Broady and Heather Watson were knocked out of the Abierto Mexicano Telcel in Acapulco by siblings Yung- Chan. Ryan Johnston scored the only goal as Kilcoo beat Scotstown 1-11 to 0-13 in the Ulster SFC at Breffni Park. One of Anthony Foley's most famous words was. non-league Sutton United have been drawn away to non-league Solihull Moors in the first round of the FA Cup. Team Sky boss Sir Dave Brailsford says he is "not proud" of the way he dealt with allegations of doping. The UK economy is facing a "relatively low growth" next year, according to a new report. Scotland's men's and women's teams have qualified for next month's European Championships at Braehead. Police investigating the disappearance of toddler Ben Needham in 1991. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Farai Sevenzo looks at Tanzania's octopus catch. A woman has spoken of her shock after a man was shot in the leg in west Belfast. A row has broken out over parking restrictions at a World War One cemetery in France. NHS trusts in England are being urged to cut the cost of agency staff by £1bn. Christian Pulisic scored twice as Borussia Dortmund came from two goals down to draw with Ingolstadt. Hull City defender Andrew Robertson has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a calf injury. The FBI tried to change the classification of a Hillary Clinton email to unclassified, according to newly released documents. Dwayne Bravo's century helped West Indies lose the first day-night Test against Pakistan in Abu Dhabi. American businessman Jamie McCourt has bought Marseille for an undisclosed sum. South Sudan's rebel leader Riek Machar has said he will return to the country. Cardiff Blues extended their lead at the top of the Pro12 to seven points with victory over Pau. UKIP Scotland MP Angus Coburn has said he would "do his best" to lead the party. Britain's Kyle Edmund beat Spain's Albert Ramos-Vinolas in straight sets to reach the second round of the Antwerp Open. A daily guide to the key stories, newspaper headlines and quotes from the campaign for the US presidential election. Kilmarnock moved up to fourth in the Scottish Premiership with victory over Hearts at Rugby Park. St Johnstone missed the chance to go top of the Scottish Premiership as they were held to a draw by Rangers. Derbyshire have appointed former England batsman John Wright as their new assistant coach. An online video channel has been nominated for this year's Bafta Children's Awards. Hans Ulrich Obrist has been named the most influential artist in contemporary art. Wladimir Klitschko has turned down a fight with Anthony Joshua, says promoter Eddie Hearn. A five-year-old Celtic fan has apologised to the club after missing his birthday party. A man shot in the leg during a burglary at his home has told a court he was mistaken for a drug dealer. Scientists have shed new light on how dinosaurs walked the Earth by 100 million years ago. The Supreme Court has ruled in favour of a man who was automatically granted British citizenship at birth. The battle to retake Mosul from so-called Islamic State (IS) is "the end of days" for the group. The former speaker of Brazil's lower house of Congress, Eduardo Cunha, has been arrested. England completed a series whitewash over West Indies with a seven-wicket win in the fifth one-day international in Antigua. Former BHS owner Sir Philip Green is to meet with the pensions regulator to try to secure the future of the company's pension scheme. A German police officer has been killed in a shootout with a far-right gunman. Prosecutors in Italy are investigating the death of a 23-year-old woman after two foetuses died in hospital. Scotland's nursing workforce is facing a "perfect storm", according to a union. A baby was mauled to death by a "fierce" dog, a report has found. Super League side Castleford Tigers have signed prop David Fifita on a two-year deal following his release by Sydney Roosters. Lewis Hamilton says he will "give it everything" if he loses his world title to Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg. A man and his wife have pleaded guilty to the rape and assault of a woman who was kept in a "house of horrors". Ipswich Town defender Christophe Berra is the best defender in the Championship, according to manager Mick McCarthy. Venezuela's National Assembly has been hit by a power cut. Scotland's Brexit secretary has said it is "hard to see how a separate immigration policy would work". David is walking the streets of Paris. New Zealand's Joseph Parker will fight Andy Ruiz Jr for the WBO heavyweight title in December. A group of Russian aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov has entered the English Channel. Andrew Welsh and Andrew Kelman are among the nominees for this year's Saltire Book of the Year awards. A fin whale has been found washed up on a Norfolk beach. A paedophile who was caught by a vigilante group has been jailed for three years. West Brom manager Tony Pulis says striker Saido Berahino's weight is the reason he is not fit. A four-month-old baby boy was killed and his brother seriously injured in a dog attack, an inquest has heard. Yorkshire are interested in hosting a day-night County Championship match at Headingley. An investigation has been launched into the disappearance of seahorses off the Isle of Wight. At least four migrants have died after being attacked by a Libyan navy speedboat in the Mediterranean, a German aid group says. A landmark EU-Canada trade deal has collapsed after Belgium's Wallonia region rejected it. There are many pubs in Scotland. Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers says he is "really looking forward" to Saturday's Scottish Cup semi-final at Hampden. A woman whose body was found in a wheelie bin has been named by police. Wonder Woman has been named the United Nations' highest honour. Chris Wood and Souleymane Doukara scored as Leeds beat Burton at Elland Road. Gaston Ramirez scored twice as Middlesbrough beat 10-man Bournemouth at the Riverside. Tranmere came from behind to thrash Dover at the Crabble Athletic Ground. North Ferriby's winless start to the National League season continued as they lost 2-1 to Bromley. A vicar has been suspended after being arrested on suspicion of indecent assault. A man has been stabbed to death outside a pub in north London. UKIP's assembly leader has said he is living "less than an hour" from Cardiff. Britain's Katie Archibald won gold in the women's scratch race at the Track Cycling World Championships in Hong Kong. opium production in Afghanistan has risen for the first time in three years, according to the UN. British comic artist Steve Dillon has died at the age of 52. More than 100 children who were taken from the "Jungle" camp are due to arrive in the UK. Most staff at Queen's University in Belfast do not believe senior leaders provide "effective leadership", according to a survey. The final demolition of the "Jungle" camp in the French city of Calais has been completed. Moussa Sissoko has been banned for three games for elbowing Bournemouth's Harry Arter. Scarlets returned to the top of the Pro12 with a bonus-point win over Cardiff Blues at the Arms Park. When Paul Haynes was working on the floor of the London Stock Exchange, he had no idea what to expect. The Cleveland Indians take on the Chicago Cubs in the best-of-seven World Series on Wednesday. National League side Gateshead have signed Newcastle United midfielder Chris Atkinson on loan until the end of the season. Bayer Leverkusen boss Simon Schmidt has been banned for the second time this season. Mae'r Gogledd Cymru wedi dweud bod nifer yr ymwelwyr i Gymru wedi cyhoeddwyr yn dilyn adfywiad mewn sawl lleoliad. Wrexham have appointed former captain Dean Keates as their new manager. Virgin Money boss Jayne-Anne Gadhia is to lead a review of Scotland's student support system. Have you ever wondered if you're going to have a hair cut off? Scotland head coach Vern Cotter says he is "disappointed" by the Rugby Football Union's decision to appoint Gregor Townsend as head coach. When you think of a new manager, you have to change the name of a man who has been in charge for more than a decade. A man who killed his girlfriend with a single punch at a railway station has been jailed. A 17,000-tonne oil rig that ran aground last month has been put on board a ship. McLaren chairman Ron Dennis has been told he will step down at the end of the season. Cleveland Indians beat the Chicago Cubs 7-0 in the first game of the World Series. Tributes have been paid to four people who died on a theme park ride in Australia. Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has used Baldrick to reference Theresa May's Brexit statement. The former chairman of India's Tata Group has launched a scathing attack on the company's board. 14-year-old Kai is living in a refugee camp in South Sudan. If you are a fan of the UK's decision to leave the European Union, stop. The Royal British Legion is inviting people to "rethink" Remembrance as it launches its Poppy Appeal. Audi will not compete in this year's Le Mans 24 Hours after withdrawing from the race. The brother of one of the victims of Bloody Sunday has said a fire at the museum in Londonderry shows "total disrespect". One of the UK's largest energy suppliers has been fined £1.6m by the regulator Ofgem for "unacceptable levels of service". A 25-year-old man has appeared in court after a suspicious device was found at a London Tube station. A man accused of murdering and dismembering a Met Police officer has told a court he did not deliberately kill him. Children who experience bad experiences in the first 1,000 days of life are three times more likely to develop poor health, research suggests. Scientists have developed a battery that can be reused when it breaks off. Ghana's parliament has passed a law requiring officials to hand back government property after they leave office. The Ross Sea has been designated a marine protected area (MPA). Huddersfield Giants prop Ta'ai has signed a new two-year contract with the Super League side. A "ghoulish" Victorian reception house has been given Grade II listed status. MPs have paid tribute to the creator of Dad's Army during Prime Minister's Questions. A building at Swansea University has been evacuated after chemicals were found. More than half of anti-doping tests at Rio 2016 were aborted because of a lack of manpower, a report says. Shola Aluko and Tom Cairney scored as Fulham beat Brentford at Griffin Park. A murder investigation has been launched after a man died following a "targeted attack" outside a Denbighshire store. Two legal challenges to the UK government's Brexit process have been dismissed at the High Court in London. UKIP leadership contender Raheem Kassam has launched his campaign for the party's leadership. Celtic manager Neil Lennon says Scott Brown's decision to return to international football is "not a surprise". Wales internationals Sam Warburton, Dan Lydiate, Samson Lee and Hallam Amos have signed new national dual contracts. Prue Leith is to leave BBC One's The Great British Bake Off after 11 series. Morrisons, one of the UK's biggest supermarkets, is raising the price of Marmite. A man has been found guilty of racially aggravated behaviour at a pro-refugee rally. An American Airlines plane has caught fire during take-off at Chicago International Airport. Police are investigating a spate of drug-related deaths and medical emergencies in south Wales. Nigeria's army has detained more than 100 children, the UN says. Jordan Clark scored a late winner as Accrington beat Bradford at Valley Parade. Ryan Fox's injury-time winner gave Plymouth victory at Mansfield. Lukas Jutkiewicz's second-half equaliser earned Birmingham a point at Huddersfield. Hamilton Academical missed the chance to move into the Premiership's top six as they were held to a goalless draw at Kilmarnock. Dundee scored two second-half goals to beat Motherwell and move off the bottom of the Premiership. Celtic moved seven points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership with victory at 10-man Inverness. Johnny Marr has revealed he held talks with Morrissey about the possibility of The Smiths re-formed. The Cleveland Indians beat the Chicago Cubs 1-0 to level the best-of-seven World Series at 1-1. Dominika Cibulkova will play Angelique Kerber in the final of the WTA Finals in Singapore. A woman is in a critical condition in hospital after being hit by a van in Edinburgh. Bangladesh fought back against England on day three of the second Test in Chittagong to take a 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Belfast International Airport (EMA) is to close for six weekends for refurbishment of the runway. Jonathan Rea won the World Superbike title with victory in Sunday's final race of the season at Donington Park. Italian police have arrested a Brazilian man after he tried to smuggle cocaine into the country in a pair of trainers. Substitute Robert Snodgrass scored twice as Hull City came from behind to beat Southampton. Japan's Hideki Matsuyama won his first PGA Tour title with a seven-shot victory at the WGC-HSBC Champions in Shanghai. Bangladesh beat England in the second Test in Chittagong to win the series 2-1. England captain Alastair Cook said his side showed "inexperience" in the second Test defeat by Bangladesh in Chittagong. People are being urged to document a series of symbols that were used to protect people from evil spirits. Poles in the UK are marking All Saints Day by lighting candles at their relatives' graves. Lewis Hamilton dominated the Mexican Grand Prix to extend his championship lead over Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg. New rules on broadband prices have come into force in the UK. Millions of people in the Chinese capital, Beijing, have woken up to a thick smog. Authorities in the Chinese city of Shanghai are to build a unisex toilet, state media report. Turkish police have detained the editor-in-chief of opposition newspaper Cumhuriyet, as part of a crackdown following last month's failed coup. Southern rail has accused the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union of trying to resolve a long-running dispute over the role of conductors. Tippi Hedren has revealed she was sexually harassed by Alfred Hitchcock in the 1960s. Teachers' pay in Wales could be devolved to the assembly, Welsh Secretary Alun Cairns has said. South Korean team SKT has won the League of Legends (LoL) tournament in the US. A polar bear at a wildlife park in the Highlands has been taken off show. Werner scored twice as RB Leipzig beat Mainz to go top of the Bundesliga. A beekeeper died after being stung by a bee, an inquest has heard. England winger Ryan Hall says Saturday's defeat by Australia will take a "day or two" to get over. The RAF's Red Arrows fleet will be reviewed, Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon has said. South Africa's Nelson Mandela Foundation (NMF) has called for President Jacob Zuma to step down. Iraqi forces have retaken the northern city of Mosul from so-called Islamic State (IS). Bristol have suspended head coach Andy Robinson after the club's poor start to the Premiership season. Josh Charnley says he is "excited" by the challenge of playing rugby union for Sale Sharks. Police have apologised to the families of a man who died after driving the wrong way on three motorways. A father drowned after trying to rescue his son from the sea, an inquest has heard. A British man is attempting to become the first person to swim across the Atlantic without a kickboard. Mark Carney's announcement that he will step down as governor of the Bank of England in 2018. A boy has been arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting two girls in a playground. A £500,000 donation has been made to the Glasgow School of Art's (GSA) fire-damaged Mackintosh building. An Afghan woman immortalised on the cover of National Geographic has been arrested in Pakistan for fraud. British banker Rurik Jutting has been found guilty of murdering two women in his Hong Kong flat. Police in the US state of Iowa have arrested a man suspected of shooting dead two police officers. For many people, the chance to make a law is the chance to make a law. The government has been criticised by the High Court for failing to tackle air pollution. Two former prison officers have launched a new business to help ex-offenders find work. Football's world governing body Fifa has banned England and Scotland's players from wearing poppies on shirts. The average price of petrol and diesel has risen for the first time in three and a half years. In the early hours of the morning, a group of Yazidi women gathered at a church in the Iraqi city of Sinjar. Rangers midfielder Joey Barton has been told he will return to full-time training following a disciplinary procedure. More than 1,000 schools in England are in debt, the government has confirmed. The first of eight new Royal Navy frigates will be built on the River Clyde next summer, the defence secretary has said. Portadown's hopes of avoiding relegation from the Irish Premiership have been dealt a blow after Ards were handed a one-match ban by the Irish FA. The number of lesbian and bisexual characters on TV has risen by more than a third in the past year, according to a new report. The High Court ruling on Article 50 is an "attempt to frustrate the will of the British people", the government has said. Starbucks, the world's biggest coffee chain, has reported a rise in annual profits. South Korea's President Park Geun-hye has apologised for a corruption scandal that has engulfed her government. Welsh Secretary Alun Cairns has said he is "disappointed" by the High Court ruling on Brexit. Tommy Hilfiger has said he was "very unhappy" with comments he made about model Gigi Hadid. United Airlines has said it will stop operating its Belfast to Newark service because of concerns over state aid. One of Australia's most prominent politicians has announced he is taking a break from work. In the classroom of Moco-Moco, a group of pupils sit in the middle of the day. A contractor who leased ambulances to an ambulance firm has said he is "aggrit" about what has gone on. Plans to protect the heritage of the Snowdonia mountains have been given the go-ahead. Prime Minister Theresa May has been given the power to call an early election. The family of a French student who has been missing for more than a week have appealed for information. One of Liverpool's best-known hairdressers, Herbert Howe, has died at the age of 69. Northern Ireland's first minister has called on the German government to recognise its responsibilities towards victims of Thalidomide. Omar Bogle missed a stoppage-time penalty as Grimsby were held to a draw by 10-man Barnet. It's been a year since the first British man to win a Grand Slam. Nico Rosberg will take his first Formula 1 victory of the season to the end of the season. A fountain in memory of World War Two parachutists has been restored. TP Mazembe of the Democratic Republic of Congo won the African Confederation Cup for the first time with a 3-1 win over Bejaia of Algeria in Lubumbashi on Sunday. John Higgins beat Stuart Bingham 10-7 to win the China Open. Livingston extended their lead at the top of Scottish League One to five points with a 2-1 win over 10-man Montrose. Belfast boxer Paddy Barnes made a winning professional debut with a fourth-round stoppage of Bulgaria's Nikolay Slavchev in Belfast. Andy Murray will "take his foot off the gas" after becoming world number one, says Tim Henman. A British man has been found dead in Myanmar. Stormont MLAs have rejected a proposal to increase the penalty for parking in Northern Ireland to £45. "It's the greatest election campaign in the world." Robin van Persie says he will be fit for the rest of the season after suffering an eye injury in Fenerbahce. UKIP's leader has questioned the legitimacy of the High Court's ruling on Brexit. Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe says his side's poor form is down to a lack of confidence. Thousands of giant ice balls have been spotted off the coast of Russia. Imagine sitting on a dirty floor and sitting on a dirty floor. Councils should be forced to provide more public toilets across Wales, a disabled man has said. The Scottish government has said it remains committed to a multi-billion pound infrastructure deal with a Chinese consortium. Lawyers for former police chief David Anglesea have said they will launch an appeal against his conviction. An investigation has been launched after a 72-year-old man was found dead at a sheltered housing complex. The Ministry of Defence's decision to close Brecon Barracks has been described as "abhorrent". Jordan Williams scored twice as Barrow came from behind to beat Taunton Town in the first round of the FA Cup. Fleetwood eased past National League side Southport in extra time to reach the second round of the FA Cup. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the withdrawal of 500 and 1,000 rupee notes. A pedestrian has died after being hit by a car in North Yorkshire. Australia's children are living in poverty. A man who died after being hit by a car in Caerwent has been named by police. Ospreys wing Keelan Giles has been called up to replace Hallam Amos in Wales' Six Nations squad. Levels of violence at a prison are "worse than comparable", a report has found. Nottinghamshire fast bowler Harry Gurney says he is "excited" by the club's relegation from Division One. An artificial intelligence system that can read lips has been developed by researchers at Oxford University. Plans to close two naval bases in Hampshire have been criticised by a council. Gay and bisexual men in Northern Ireland are to be given posthumous pardons. Scotland's top law officer has said it would not be in the interests of Scotland if the UK votes to leave the EU. Demonstrations are being held across Scotland over claims that the operator of ScotRail is plundering profits. Everton manager Ronald Koeman may need to "toughen up", says Republic of Ireland legend Roy Keane. A Northern Ireland woman has been named as the winner of a competition to become the voice of the BT speaking clock. President-elect Donald Trump has said that trade will be a priority for the US economy. Manchester City will take a 1-0 lead into the second leg of their Women's Champions League last-16 tie against Brondby. Helicopters have been launched from Inverness to Inverness for the first time. Wales midfielder Joe Ledley says the Football Association of Wales will make the right decision on whether to allow players to wear poppies on armbands on Armistice Day. Dutch warships have tracked a Russian submarine off the coast of Syria, the Russian military says. More than 50 jobs are under threat at a Cardiff-based packaging company. Brexit Secretary David Davis and Scotland's Brexit Secretary Mike Russell have said they will work "positive" with the Scottish government. National League strugglers Guiseley have signed Sheffield United midfielder Joel McLeod on loan until the end of the season. Two men have been arrested following a firearms operation in Luton. England face Scotland in a World Cup qualifier at Wembley on Saturday. A new broadband service is to be rolled out in Scotland. Preston North End have signed former Morecambe midfielder Louis Barkhuizen on a pre-contract deal. Satellite imagery shows how so-called Islamic State (IS) has destroyed Mosul airport. A Dundee man has admitted trying to import 50 stun guns into Scotland. Wales women ran in seven tries as they thrashedRAF in Cardiff. London could lose access to 160,000 EU workers after Brexit, the London Chamber of Commerce (LCCI) has warned. French teenager Esteban Ocon will make his Formula 1 debut at Force India in 2017. A former Venezuelan football official has pleaded guilty to charges linked to the Fifa corruption scandal. Voters in Moldova go to the polls on Sunday to elect a new president. A homeless man who drove a roller across Dumfries in a bid to get home from a night out has been banned from driving. A man who fraudulently claimed more than £39,000 in benefits has been jailed for six months. England made history by beating South Africa in Eddie Jones' first Test at Twickenham. A fatal accident inquiry has heard that hundreds of headstones were deemed unsafe at a Glasgow cemetery. A nursery worker has appeared in court charged with raping a boy. Three radio programmes are to be moved from Pembrokeshire to Carmarthenshire, BBC Wales understands. Poland striker Robert Lewandowski scored a hat-trick as his side beat Romania in a World Cup qualifier. Scotland's hopes of qualifying for the Euro 2016 finals suffered a blow as they were beaten by England at Wembley. Serbia's Branislav Ivanovic says Saturday's World Cup qualifier against Wales will be "once in 100 years". Dover boosted their National League play-off hopes with victory over Guiseley at the Crabble Athletic Ground. Stephen Dobbie scored twice as Queen of the South beat Alloa Athletic to reach the Scottish Challenge Cup semi-finals. Ryan Quigley scored a stunning goal as The New Saints eased past Livingston to reach the Scottish Cup quarter-finals. Nine former employees of a Londonderry redevelopment company are taking legal action against the Northern Ireland Executive. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has defended his decision to scrap 500 ($7) and 1,000 rupee notes. A Cardiff hospital has become the first in the UK to share information about twins. toymaker Lego has ended its promotional agreement with the Daily Mail. A sinkhole which opened in a garden was caused by surface water penetrating the ground, the British Geological Survey (BGS) has said. Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has said he has "obvious similarities" with US President-elect Donald Trump. Hundreds of people have taken to the streets of Venice to protest against the decline in the population. Forfar Athletic moved three points clear at the top of Scottish League Two with a 2-0 win over Berwick Rangers. One of the world's most successful racehorses, Sprinter Sacre, has been put down. Ireland coach Joe Schmidt believes New Zealand will be "full-strength" in Saturday's Test in Dublin. The number of children being bullied online has more than doubled in the past year, a charity has said. India's decision to scrap 500 and 1,000 rupee notes is a "one-time flushing out of the system", according to one of the country's leading economists. Samsung has agreed to buy US electronics firm Harman International for an undisclosed sum. Three convicted rapists have absconded from an open prison. European and European bonds have risen for the first time since Donald Trump's election victory. Searches have been made for a 23-year-old man who has been missing for more than a week. Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann will miss Saturday's game against Real Madrid because of a foot injury. A woman who stole more than £600,000 from her employer has been ordered to pay back the money. Police are investigating a "disgraceful" theft of money from two women in Aberdeen. Nick Yarris, who spent 22 years on death row in the US, has spoken for the first time. Each day we feature a photograph sent in from across England. Mauritania's Supreme Court has sentenced a blogger to death for insulting the Prophet Muhammad. Women's Super League One side Notts County have signed Netherlands defender Mandy van den Berg from Liverpool Ladies. Ghana's opposition leader Nana Akufo-Addo has won the presidential election. A cigarette factory has been raided in Birmingham as part of an investigation into tax fraud. Police are investigating an "appalling" number of vandalism incidents in the north of Edinburgh. Work has begun on a giant arch to protect the victims of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster in Ukraine. Broadcaster Gwen Ifill has died at the age of 59. A 23-year-old man who was shot by police in Bedfordshire died from a gunshot wound to the chest, the police watchdog has said. The world's largest database of trees has been created. A man died after taking a hallucinogenic drug, a sheriff has ruled. US President-elect Donald Trump should send "signals of unity" to minority groups, President Barack Obama has said. The government has confirmed most of its preferred route for the HS2 high-speed rail line between London and Birmingham. In his first year in office, Donald Trump made a series of promises. US Secretary of State Bill Pershing has said he is confident that the US will stay in the Paris climate agreement. England's elite players deserve a "role model" status, says Nick Hopley. Ethan Ebanks-Landell scored the only goal of the game as Sheffield United beat 10-man Bury. London and Manchester have been chosen to host the 2017 World Taekwondo Championships. House prices in Northern Ireland rose by more than 5% in the third quarter of the year. Bolton Wanderers goalkeeper Mark Howard has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. Britain's "chickens have come home to roost", a report says. Google is to open its new headquarters in London, creating more than 1,000 new jobs in the UK. Drug addicts in Wrexham could be allowed to inject under plans being considered by the city's police and crime commissioner. The UK's relationship with the United States is a complicated one. The BBC has announced plans to expand its World Service to 11 new languages. Boris Johnson has changed his stance on US President-elect Donald Trump. The idea that managers return to a team for a second time is a familiar one. The inquest into the deaths of 11 men killed in the Shoreham air disaster has been delayed until next year. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has been asked to overturn a ruling that it failed in its legal duty to stop loyalist parades. International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach says he has "no regrets" over the Russian doping scandal. A couple have appeared in court charged with the murder of a baby. A man who raped two women while under supervision has been jailed for life. India has used indelible ink to stop people from depositing their banned rupee notes. A new World Rugby Hall of Fame has opened its doors to the public. One of Wales' four MEPs has been chosen by members of the public in a survey. Plans to merge two of Liverpool's hospitals have been criticised by a councillor. Royal Mail shares have fallen sharply after the company reported a fall in half-year profits. Hundreds of commuters have been treated to a special train service between Kent and London. Iraqi forces fighting so-called Islamic State (IS) in Mosul have been hampered by bad weather. Mark McGhee says he would be "amazed" if Gordon Strachan does not remain as Scotland manager. If you're a fan of Google Earth, then you'll be able to see some of the world's most beautiful cities. A man has died after being hit by a van in Glasgow. More than 100 puppies have been seized in a raid by the Irish border force. Three teenagers jailed for killing a teenager have had their sentences increased at the Court of Appeal. Rory McIlroy is five shots behind leader Lee Westwood after the first round of the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai. Cerberus, the US investment fund, has told a Stormont committee that it was "as good as their word" in getting access to the Northern Ireland Executive. A pilot scheme to tackle illegal parking outside a school has been halted after no tickets were issued. Russia's foreign minister has come under fire for suggesting Jews donated to US President-elect Donald Trump. Motorcycle taxi drivers in Tanzania are being turned into first-aid volunteers. Plans for a travellers' site in Lincolnshire have been rejected by councillors. Scientists have reconstructed the structure of the asteroid that hit the Earth. MK Dons defender Luke Andrew has been given a one-match ban for violent conduct following an appeal against his elbow. Aston Villa have appointed Brighton & Hove Albion assistant manager Colin Calderwood as their new head coach on a two-and-a-half-year deal. The Scottish Football Association's statement on Gordon Strachan's future has been made public. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe says he is convinced US President-elect Donald Trump is a "leader in whom I can have great confidence". A British tourist has died while snorkelling on Australia's Great Barrier Reef. England's Ian Poulter holds a one-shot lead after the first round of the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai. A council has apologised after two of its characters failed to appear at a Christmas lights switch on. Transport for London (TfL) fares will be frozen by 2020, Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced. It was 150 years ago that the Doonhamers of Dumfries and Galloway were celebrating their achievements. Plans to protect the coastal rail line between Devon and Cornwall have been unveiled by Network Rail. The number of people travelling to and from work in the UK has more than doubled in the past five years, official figures show. One of the UK's biggest rail companies received more than £2m in compensation for disruption last year, figures show. Georgia head coach Haig says the Six Nations should be expanded to seven or eight teams. Andy Murray beat Stan Wawrinka to reach the semi-finals of the ATP World Tour Finals in London. Students at Oxford Brookes University have been told to "show consideration" to their neighbours in a letter. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Farai Sevenzo looks at the success of women in Africa. Ipswich eased to victory over QPR at Portman Road. Saturday's game between Wigan Athletic and Peterborough United has been postponed because of a frozen pitch. Millwall came from two goals down to beat 10-man Bury at Gigg Lane. Luke Berry scored twice as Cambridge eased to victory over Cheltenham at Roots Hall. Justice Secretary Michael Matheson is to hold a "summit" to discuss the impact of the UK's vote to leave the European Union. National League side Ravens have signed former Liverpool striker Emmanuel Ngoo on a deal until the end of the season. The chief executive of Titanic Belfast has said Northern Ireland needs to be better served in terms of tourism. Jamie Murray and Bruno Soares were knocked out of the ATP World Tour Finals in the semi-finals. Labour leaders from the north of England have called on Chancellor George Osborne to invest in regional transport. A man has been arrested in connection with a series of fires in Wiltshire. Calls have been made for a Grade II-listed mill to be restored to its former glory. Australia thrashed defending champions New Zealand to win the Four Nations at Anfield. The US city of Bloomington has renamed Columbus Day and Good Friday. Saracens lock George Krus has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. First Lady Melania Trump's decision to move her son to the White House has sparked a backlash on social media. England's innings-and-209-run defeat by India in the first Test in Mohali was a huge blow for the tourists. Harry Potter spin-off Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them has topped the UK and Ireland box office in its first weekend of release. Bronze Age artefacts have been discovered during the construction of the Inverness West Link. Highland councillors have approved plans for a new justice centre in Inverness. David Cameron has been in talks with the European Economic Association (EFTA). South Africa's government says it wants to introduce a minimum wage of 12,000 rand ($1.3bn; £1.1bn). Police are investigating the discovery of a bullet in the body of a man shot dead by the Army in 1972. Exeter City striker Luke Spencer has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. A man has been arrested in Germany on suspicion of attempted murder after a woman was dragged through the neck by her ex-partner. Jeremy Corbyn has told business leaders there are "far, far too many people struggling to make ends meet". Workers at drinks giant Diageo have voted in favour of strike action in a row over pensions. Teenager Ben Woodburn broke Michael Owen's record as Liverpool beat Leeds to reach the EFL Cup semi-finals. US President-elect Donald Trump has announced that the US will withdraw from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). Two Manchester United fans have been released without charge after being found at Old Trafford. Gareth Southgate has been named as the new England manager. Capt Radhika Menon, the first female captain of the Indian Merchant Navy, has won an international award. German airline Lufthansa has cancelled more than 1,000 flights as pilots stage a 24-hour strike. Five teenagers have been jailed for their part in violent disorder in Torfaen. Residents of Batley have said they will continue to remember Labour MP Jo Cox. A teenager has admitted killing a man in County Durham. A man murdered his wife and set her on fire with a frying pan, a court has heard. A man has been rescued after his car plunged into a reservoir during a police chase. Climate change is a "double jeopardy" for species, say scientists. Nato has condemned Russia's decision to deploy nuclear-capable missiles to its exclave of Kaliningrad. China's Ding Junhui came from behind to beat Spain's Sergio Figueiredo 6-5 in the first round of the UK Championship in York. Labour MP George Galloway has claimed he was attacked on a platform at Aberdeen University. Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino says his side need to "show more" after they were knocked out of the Champions League. Former CIA director David Petraeus has said he would personally serve under Donald Trump if asked. US President-elect Donald Trump has chosen South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley as his ambassador to the United Nations. Ukraine's new government has come under fire for appointing a young woman. The US embassy in the Republic of Ireland raised concerns about the film The Quiet Man, newly released documents show. At least 20 people have been killed in a Saudi-led coalition air strike in northern Yemen, officials say. A Scottish Conservative MSP missed a key meeting in parliament when he was in Portugal for the Champions League final. One of Scotland's biggest salmon producers has reported a loss for the first three months of the year. An outbreak of dengue fever in Burkina Faso has killed more than 100 people, the World Health Organization says. Plans to ban dogs from play areas and sports pitches in Wrexham have been criticised by the RSPCA. An ice cream company has offered to buy a public school in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. Head teachers have criticised Chancellor Philip Hammond's Autumn Statement for failing to address "severe funding pressures" in schools. The government has announced plans to increase the VAT paid by labour-intensive businesses. More than 100 investigations have been launched by the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) over the handling of child sexual abuse cases in England and Wales. Mark Milkins says he was "under a lot of pressure" after winning his first-round match at the UK Championship. An unexploded World War Two bomb has been found at a quarry. Dumfries and Galloway Council's festival strategy has "generally met its objectives", according to a new report. Refuses in Pembrokeshire could be collected twice a week under plans being considered by councillors. Glamorgan will begin their 2017 T20 Blast campaign in July and August. Jenson Button says he will retire from Formula 1 at the end of the season. Warwickshire seamers Josh Poysden and Alex Mellor have signed new contracts with the Bears. A Danish court has found two journalists guilty of selling confidential information to one of the country's biggest magazines. Wolves defender Aron Bodvarsson says new manager Paul Lambert has had a "clear message" to his players. Belfast International Airport's managing director has written to Enda Kenny calling for an end to tourism in the Republic of Ireland. lung cancer cells are able to move around freely, according to researchers at the University of York. Scotland began their Six Nations campaign with a bonus-point win over Georgia in Tbilisi. Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy is "very close" to scoring, says manager Claudio Ranieri. People are being invited to have their say on plans for a new travellers' site in Machynlleth. Welsh boxer Joe Cordina says he is considering turning professional. Two candidates in France's centre-right presidential election have clashed over their economic plans. A California woman who was kidnapped two weeks ago has been found safe and well. Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock has said he was "proud" of ex-footballer Andy Woodward after he revealed he was sexually abused as a child. Cardiff City boss Neil Warnock says he was disappointed by Aston Villa's decision not to appoint Gareth Southgate as England manager. A rape could be linked to two attempted sexual assaults on women in Bournemouth, police have said. Sir John Major's call for a second referendum on Brexit has been described as an "absolute dismissal of democracy". A couple have appeared in court charged with the murder of a toddler. It's been a busy year for the England women's team. A Canadian theme park has been charged with animal cruelty for a peacock and guinea hens. Matt Tubbs and Roarie Deacon scored late goals as National League Sutton came from behind to beat Cheltenham in the first round of the FA Cup. Shrewsbury and Fleetwood played out a goalless FA Cup first-round draw at the Shrews. Doncaster extended their lead at the top of League Two to five points with victory at Stevenage. Rangers moved up to second in the Scottish Premiership with victory over Aberdeen at Ibrox. St Johnstone eased to victory over 10-man Inverness Caledonian Thistle at McDiarmid Park. Chelsea came from behind to thrash Manchester City at Etihad Stadium. Macclesfield boosted their National League play-off hopes with victory at Wrexham. Bristol City boosted their Championship play-off hopes with victory over Ipswich Town. A seven-year-old boy is in a critical condition after being hit by a car. A council has said it is "hell-bent" to close a sports centre. The divisions on the Brexit debate are " widening and exacerbating tensions" in society, the UK's equality watchdog has said. Employees could be given an advisory role on executive pay under plans being considered by the government. Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is back at the top of the Premier League. Gary Madine scored his first goal of the season as Bolton beat Sheffield United to reach the second round of the EFL Cup. A driver was caught on camera tying a sofa in the boot of a car. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman's body was found in Wirral. There are "big variations" in the response to sepsis in Wales, according to new research. Celtic thrashed Aberdeen 3-0 at Pittodrie. Lincoln City reached the second round of the FA Cup with a comfortable win over League One Oldham Athletic. A social worker who was sacked for viewing pornography on more than 1,000 occasions has been struck off. Relatives of those killed in the Bloody Sunday bombing in Birmingham have been granted legal aid. Disney's Moana has topped the US box office in its first week of release. Substitute Rachel Taylor scored the only goal as England beat the Netherlands in their final warm-up game before Euro 2017. When she was sworn in as Hong Kong's first pro-democracy lawmaker, Yau Chun-yuen was a surprise. A body has been found in the search for missing Inverness teenager David Mitchell. The Gambia has recalled its ambassador to Cuba, following the death of President Yahya Jammeh. Tata Steel has confirmed it is in talks to sell its Speciality Steels division. UKIP Wales leader Nathan Gill has said he would give up one of his jobs if asked by new leader Paul Nuttall. Torquay United manager Kevin Nicholson has urged his players to be "head down" when they face Tranmere Rovers in the National League. A Belfast woman has said she is "happy" after having gender reassignment surgery. Three pygmy marmoset monkeys that were stolen from a zoo in Australia have been found. More than 200 businesses in Edinburgh have been found to be illegally using communal bins to dispose of their waste. The UK's biggest chocolate maker, Cadbury, is ending its partnership with the Fairtrade system. An Anglo-Saxon pendant found by a metal detectorist in a field in Norfolk has been declared treasure. Prince Harry has launched a scholarship programme for Caribbean hospitality staff at Buckingham Palace. Thailand has formally invited Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn to succeed his late father, King Bhumibol Adulyadej. A father who appealed to find a replacement for his son's sippy cup has been "overwhelmed" by the response. Sky and Newcastle United have dropped darts star Eric Bristow after he criticised paedophiles. NHS Highland has approved plans for a midwife-led maternity unit (CMU) at Caithness General Hospital in Wick. A man has been shot dead by police in Hull, the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) has said. Scarlets will not be holding Wales wing Liam Williams back for Saturday's Pro12 game against Zebre. Sky has launched its first mobile service in the UK. It has been a year since Leicester City won the Premier League title. A driver who caused a fatal crash has been jailed. A man has been jailed for 12 years for raping a woman 30 years ago. The number of hours spent by ambulance crews in Yorkshire has more than doubled in a year. A 73-year-old woman has appeared in court accused of causing a crash in Aberdeenshire. The festive season is over and it's time to start thinking about money. Germany's domestic intelligence agency (BfV) has arrested a man suspected of plotting a terror attack. Northampton prop Josh Brookes has been banned for two weeks for striking Newcastle's Scott Lawson on Saturday. A California woman who was abducted and kidnapped last week had a message branded on her skin, police say. What do you do if you're looking for your grandchildren? Councils in Scotland have cut their budget by more than 50% over the last three years, according to figures obtained by BBC Scotland. Nicola Sturgeon has said the results of the SNP's consultation exercise on independence will be announced later. Elvis Presley's former road manager John Esposito has died at the age of 83. Oscar-winning actor Matthew McConaughey has taken to the streets of the University of Texas to help students get home late at night. Police are searching for a woman who has been missing for more than a month in Inverclyde. Edinburgh is the most congested city in the UK, according to new research. The prime minister has defended the government's stance on the rights of EU nationals living in the UK. Worcestershire have re-signed New Zealand all-rounder Mitch Santner for the 2017 T20 Blast. York City have re-signed striker Paul Parkin on loan from National League rivals Macclesfield Town. A woman jailed for defrauding a pensioner out of more than £100,000 has launched an appeal against her conviction. Urgent care centres could be based at a Shropshire hospital under plans being considered by the NHS. A woman who was conned out of more than £3,000 by a man she met on a dating website has warned of the dangers. Troubled camera maker GoPro has announced plans to cut 1,000 jobs. Oldham boosted their League One survival hopes with victory over Peterborough at Boundary Park. The Elton John Foundation has offered to fund HIV testing in Lambeth for two years. Ospreys have re-signed Wales hooker James Hook from Gloucester. Norwegian chess champion Magnus Carlsen has won the World Chess Championship for the first time. playwright James Graham has said he is working on a TV drama about the EU referendum campaign. Jewellery worth more than £1m has been stolen from a jewellers in Lincolnshire. Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to trace in connection with a "violent attack" in Edinburgh. A man has been found guilty of murdering a soldier in Powys. The Rohingya Muslim minority in Myanmar is one of the world's largest ethnic minorities. Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy has been named on the World Player of the Year list. The Prison Officers' Association (POA) has agreed a new pay deal with the government. Seventeen police forces are investigating allegations of historical child sex abuse in football. Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla has been ruled out for the rest of the season. Great Britain's men's ice hockey team have missed out on a place at the Winter Paralympics. Sir Elton John has called on the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) to do more to tackle HIV. A Russian diplomat has been accused of beating a Mongolian rapper who wore a swastika on stage. A Brazilian footballer who survived Monday's plane crash in Colombia has been discharged from hospital. Tributes have been paid to two men who died in a crash. Pop star Britney Spears is to stage four more shows at Wembley Stadium next year. A minimum price for alcohol should be introduced in England and Wales, Public Health England says. The company behind plans to frack for shale gas in Lancashire has said it will spend £50m on the county's economy. A new programme to help primary school pupils cope with the transition to secondary school has been launched. Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has confirmed that Nico Rosberg will leave Formula 1 at the end of the season. German sportswear giant Adidas has ended its commercial deal with athletics' world governing body, the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). Photographs of Paralympic runner Richard Whitehead's preparation for the Rio Games have gone on display. Carmarthenshire council has said the city's Guildhall is a "focal point" for the county. Nigeria's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has won a third term in office. US President-elect Donald Trump has spoken directly to the president of Taiwan. Scunthorpe's League One play-off hopes suffered a blow as they were beaten at Rochdale. Prince Harry has visited a remote community in Guyana on the final day of his Caribbean tour. A 25-year-old man has been charged after a car was smashed through the window of a pharmacy in west Belfast. Bristol City midfielders Jake and Kodi Smith are to play for Guernsey FC for a month. A man has been airlifted to hospital after being injured in a fall in Gwynedd. Barcelona's 1-1 draw with Real Madrid was "not the best result" for his side, says manager Luis Enrique. Lyon midfielder Paulo Lopes was taken to hospital after two firecrackers exploded during his side's Ligue 1 match against Metz. The prime minister has said she would like to see Doctor Who on Christmas night. Boris Johnson has said he sees a "big opportunity" for the UK to remain in the single market after Brexit. US President Barack Obama has ordered a halt to the construction of an oil pipeline in North Dakota. last winter's floods were the "most extreme on record", according to a new study. New Zealand Prime Minister John Key has announced he will step down at the end of the year. The Scottish Football Association has apologised after receiving a spoof email purporting to be from the club. Wales fly-half Dan Biggar will start Ospreys' European Challenge Cup game against Grenoble on Saturday. British Prime Minister David Cameron has called for more unpaid leave for women who suffer for up to two weeks a month. Charlton Athletic has launched an internal investigation after a former player claimed he was sexually abused by a scout. Two men have been charged in connection with the death of a teenager in a car crash. Thousands of medical staff in Kenya have gone on strike in a dispute over pay. A close associate of convicted hate preacher Anjem Choudary has been jailed for six years for assaulting a boy and a girl. England manager Gareth Southgate says he is "hopeful" Wilfried Zaha will be allowed to play for Ivory Coast. Two RUC officers who gave evidence at an inquest into the death of a Londonderry man have been named. Optimism can reduce the risk of death, research suggests. Manchester City and Chelsea have been charged by the Football Association for failing to control their players during Saturday's game. Hull City's summer signings were "last minute", says assistant manager Chris Davies. A new app that can identify people has been developed by Google. Huddersfield boosted their Championship play-off hopes with victory at Burton. Leicester's winless start to the Premier League season continued as they were beaten at Bournemouth. A man has been charged with causing the death of a seven-year-old girl by dangerous driving. Ryan was a "big time gangster" who took drugs every day. Scotland's top law officer has told the Supreme Court it is "fatal" to rely on devolution legislation to trigger Brexit. (Close): Wall Street markets closed higher on Wednesday, boosted by a rise in bank shares. Beyonce has dominated this year's Grammy Awards with three nominations. A pub landlord who stabbed a gay man with a steak knife has been jailed for eight years. Network Rail would take 28 years to get the Welsh rail network up to the prescribed standard, Economy Secretary Ken Skates has said. A Rangers fan has been fined after he struck a Celtic fan with a baseball bat. Scientists have discovered a genetic mutation that may have paved the way for the expansion of the human brain. A man accused of sexually abusing a young girl was a "monster", a court has heard. Three men have been charged after a nativity doll was stolen from a church nativity scene in Aberdeen. Nottingham Forest came from behind to draw with Preston. India's central bank has cut interest rates for the third time this year. The death toll from an earthquake in Indonesia's Aceh province has risen to more than 100, officials say. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) chief Stephen Thompson has called for a review of payments to footballers. A 15-year-old girl's 15th birthday party has gone viral in Mexico. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering his long-term partner in Lapland. Robin McBryde will lead Wales on their summer tour to New Zealand. A book borrowed by a school more than 120 years ago has been returned to its rightful owner. Gloucester hooker Mark Atkinson has signed a new two-and-a-half-year contract with the Premiership club. Partick Thistle has said it is investigating allegations of historical child abuse made against a former employee. J Jayaram Jayalalitha, the chief minister of the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, has died at the age of 74. DJ Calvin Harris has been added to the line-up for this year's T in the Park festival. Sports Direct chairman Mike Hellawell has criticised the "extreme political, union and media campaign" against the company. Hundreds of people have attended the funeral of a boxer who died after being knocked out in a fight. The mother of a British man who admitted trying to shoot and kill US President-elect Donald Trump has said he is "terrified". A new gin distillery has been launched in the Scottish Borders. A Ukrainian mother has been arrested after her two children were found dead in a flat. North Wales Police and Dyfed-Powys Police have been rated "requires improvement" by inspectors. The Scottish SPCA has put down a snake thought to be one of the deadliest snakes in the world. The family of a five-year-old Sunderland fan with a rare form of cancer have said he will lose his fight. Oxford United will host League One side Scunthorpe in the second round of the EFL Cup. A health board has been criticised for giving money towards a charity challenge to raise awareness of organ donation. The number of students attending further education in Northern Ireland has fallen by more than a quarter in the past three years. A disabled man had to have his leg amputated after being hit by a train door in Bristol. Russia has awarded the country's highest military honour, the Order of Courage, to five medics killed in Syria. Welsh taekwondo fighter Brett Johns says he would love to see Jade Jones become the next Olympic champion. Sinn Fein's Martin McGuinness has withdrawn from a trade mission to New Zealand. British sailor Alex Thomson has moved into third place in the Vendee Globe. umpire Paul Reiffel has been ruled out of the second Test against India after suffering a concussion. badminton has had its funding cut by UK Sport for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. A Bolivian air traffic controller has written an open letter accusing her of trying to stop a plane that crashed on Monday. Legislation to merge railway policing into Police Scotland has been tabled at Holyrood. A woman has died in police custody in Lancashire. Two brothers who tortured two young boys have been given lifelong anonymity. A man who admitted causing the death of a teenager in a car crash in Hertfordshire has been jailed for three years. More than 1,000 people were referred to a homeless charity in Wales last year, it has been claimed. Shares in Sky have jumped after 21st Century Fox said it would make a bid for the broadcaster. Michael Gove has said Theresa May "no longer had a place" for him in the cabinet when she became prime minister. Northern Ireland's economy is growing at its fastest pace in more than two years, according to the Ulster Bank. London Welsh have been knocked out of the British and Irish Cup. Joe Biden has told Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau that the world needs him "very, very badly". Scott Carson produced a string of fine saves as Hartlepool held Portsmouth to a goalless draw at Fratton Park. Raith Rovers and Dundee United played out a goalless draw in the Scottish Championship. A freight train has derailed and exploded in a village in Bulgaria's north-eastern region, officials say. Sunday Times columnist Adrian Gill has died at the age of 59. Britain's IBF super-flyweight champion Ismael Yafai won his first world title with a unanimous points win over Ivan Cueva in Birmingham. At least 160 people have been killed after a church collapsed in the southern Nigerian city of Uyo, officials say. At least 16 people have been killed in a suicide bomb attack in the Somali capital, Mogadishu, officials say. The children of a British couple who were arrested on suspicion of travelling to Syria should return home, a High Court judge has ruled. The Confederation of African Football (Caf) has announced the shortlist for the 2017 African Player of the Year award. US President-elect Donald Trump has dismissed as "ridiculous" reports that Russia was trying to help him win the election. The Premier League is back on track after a thrilling weekend of action in the Premier League. Olam, one of the world's biggest companies, has been accused of sourcing palm oil from rogue producers in Indonesia. US President-elect Donald Trump has said he does not understand the US's "One China" policy. Ireland's foreign minister has said the Irish government will support an application for the deportation of an Irishman. Education Secretary John Swinney has said the number of teachers in Scotland is "broadly stable". England's Charley Hull could be a top-10 player in the world, according to former world number one Annika Sorenstam. A man has pleaded guilty to attempting to rob a shop. It is 10 years since a gangland shooting took place in Dublin. A man has been stabbed in a hate crime at a London Underground station. Scarlets centre James Davies has apologised after appearing to swear at a referee during Sunday's Pro12 defeat by Toulon. Post Office workers are to stage a 24-hour strike in a row over branch closures and pensions. A 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the deaths of a woman and a woman in Dundee. Scientists say they have found a pointer in the crater that marked the end of the Cretaceous Period. The family of a woman found dead at a house have paid tribute to a "devoted mum". Rail services between Edinburgh and the Borders have resumed after a signalling problem. The United Nations has ended its campaign with Wonder Woman after a backlash over the character's appearance. London is one of the UK's most famous Christmas markets. Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho wants to make changes to his squad in January. The former DUP minister has been found guilty of perverting the course of justice. A farmer who ran over and killed a seven-year-old boy while drunk has been jailed. The UK economy is in danger of going into the New Year. Dumfries and Galloway Council is to ask councillors to agree on the formal process of publishing a flood protection scheme for the town. A man has been arrested in connection with the death of a man in Coleraine. Solihull Moors have signed midfielder Alex Rodman on a deal until the end of the season. Stourbridge manager Keith Hackett says his side's FA Cup second-round win over Northampton was the biggest achievement of his career. The Lion King is among 25 films to be inducted into the US Library of Congress. It was a dream come true for Peter Morgan. Chinese astronaut Wu Shiyun was the first person to live in a space capsule. claims by Natural Resources Wales (NRW) that the Swansea tidal lagoon would kill fish are "unrealistic and grossly misleading", it has been claimed. Electronic prescribing of medicines in Wales should be brought in sooner, the Welsh Audit Office (WAO) has said. A paraglider "thought she was going to die" when she passed down a military aircraft, a report has found. A " manipulative and depraved sexual predator" who raped and sexually abused a woman in Denbighshire has been jailed for 12 years. Northern Ireland's most senior judge has called on the British government to act as quickly as possible. A former Nasa chief scientist says it would be an "enormous disservice" to US scientists working on climate change. More than 11,000 Christmas cards have been sent to a terminally ill five-year-old boy. The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the first time since the financial crisis. Ronnie O'Sullivan beat Jimmy White to reach the second round of the Scottish Open in Glasgow. UK scientists are trying to map the world's tectonics. Australia's police officer is dressed as Darth Vader in his police uniform. Manchester United defender Marcos Rojo is "lucky to get away with" tackles, says manager Jose Mourinho. Two Labour AMs are trying to vote for a ban on letting agents in Wales. A biscuit maker has gone into administration with the loss of more than 100 jobs. South Sudan has been described as a "genocide" and "ethnic cleansing" by the UN. A mother and her seven-year-old son have been found dead at a house. Five cats have died after being poisoned with antifreeze, the RSPCA has said. More than 3,000 people have been evacuated from eastern areas of the Syrian city of Aleppo, the Red Cross says. The mystery of the location of King Arthur's Camelot has been solved. A busker has been found guilty of defrauding a charity out of thousands of pounds. How much do you remember about the news in Wales over the past 12 months? Theresa May has told the Irish prime minister she would like to see the issue of EU citizens living in the UK resolved "as soon as possible". Cristiano Ronaldo scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid came from behind to beat Kashima Antlers 3-2 in extra time and win the Club World Cup. Thousands of people have been evacuated from rebel-held areas of the Syrian city of Aleppo. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Farai Sevenzo looks at some of the key stories of 2016. A Powys town's library is set to be taken over by a high school. A woman has admitted killing a man in Lincolnshire. Ulster fought back from two points down at half-time to beat Connacht in the All-Ireland Club Football final. A man has died in a fire at a retirement bungalow in Fife. A police dog who was shot in the head while protecting his handler has died. Lorry drivers have been caught using their mobile phones while driving on motorways. A man has been trapped in a nightclub for more than 24 hours. Selective education in England does not improve the attainment of the most disadvantaged young people, say researchers. Middlesex wicketkeeper Joe Simpson has signed a new two-year contract with the county. It's that time of year again! The UK fishing industry is at risk of being marginalised in the wider Brexit negotiations, according to a House of Lords report. Two mental health wards in Cardiff have been closed to new admissions following an outbreak of flu. A primary school head teacher has become one of the longest-serving in the UK. Sunderland midfielder Jan Kirchhoff has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. A deal to buy Bradford Bulls has been put on hold by administrators. Britain's Chris and Gabby Adcock are through to the final of the All England Championships in Birmingham. Mark Wood and Steven Finn have been named in England's squad for the North and South one-day series in Dubai in March. A group set up to mark the 60th anniversary of Robert Wainwright's Far Eastern Fells book has been chosen. An eight-year-old girl's proposal to replace Big Ben's bongs has been described as "priceless" by the BBC's editor. A Scottish man who went missing in India has been found. It's been another busy weekend in the English Football League. Livingston extended their lead at the top of Scottish League One to seven points with victory over Airdrieonians. Jamie Swankie scored twice as Forfar Athletic came from behind to beat Cowdenbeath 4-3. Prince Harry has said he is "fired up and energised" to be "lucky enough to be in a position to make a difference". A 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death of another man in West Lothian. Campaigners have launched a bid to reopen a historic hot baths in Reading. A man has been arrested on suspicion of having an imitation gun in south London. Kris Commons says he has no plans to extend his loan spell at Hibernian. Two men have been assaulted by a gang of armed men during a robbery in west Belfast. Cardiff City missed the chance to go top of the Championship as they were held to a draw at Brentford. Goals from Tom Bolarinwa and Ashley Chambers gave Grimsby victory over Accrington at Blundell Park. Police in India have charged a writer-activist with sedition for allegedly insulting the national anthem. A rare turtle found washed up on a beach in Anglesey has been moved to a new aquarium. Burkina Faso coach Duarte says he is confident he will be fit for the Africa Cup of Nations in Gabon next month. Internet service providers in Turkey are blocking access to the Tor network, according to a monitoring group. People have been using Your Questions to ask us what they want to know about the West Midlands. Juventus defender Gianluigi Buffon has signed a new four-and-a-half-year contract with the club. Zsa Zsa Zsa Gabor said: "I should be married so many times." columnist Katie Hopkins has apologised to the family of a Muslim family who were barred from boarding a US flight. She's one of the UK's best-known female rappers. A man who stabbed his landlord to death in a microwave oven has been jailed for life. The Met Office has issued an amber "be aware" warning for wind across parts of Scotland on Friday. When I was a child I had a special night in the Western Isles. BBC presenter Jon Snow has backed a campaign to save a ferry service on the Isle of Wight. The number of young people in England owning their own home has fallen by more than a third in the past 20 years, a survey suggests. Children with disabilities are now being included in all aspects of school life. England's collapse in the final Test in Chennai was the worst of the series. As 2016 draws to a close, BBC News NI looks back at some of the biggest stories in the arts. Torquay United have been taken over by a Chinese property developer (GI). United States striker Alex Morgan has signed a two-year contract with Lyon. Oxford's busiest road is to be temporarily closed to pedestrians when it reopens next year. Pope Francis has freed a priest convicted of stealing confidential documents from the Vatican. In the foyer of the Russian embassy in Ankara, a group of people gathered to discuss the murder of Russia's ambassador to Turkey. French actress Michele Morgan, who won the Cannes Film Award, has died at the age of 93. Northern Ireland's top judge has failed in a bid to refer a ruling that a Christian-run bakery discriminated against a gay customer to the Supreme Court. Preston North End manager Simon Grayson says he wants to sign defender Bailey Wright. Nottinghamshire have signed England all-rounder Dan Christian for this summer's T20 Blast. Former Crewe Alexandra footballer Paul Woodward says he has been waiting five weeks to provide his statement to police. The scale of religious persecution around the world is "beyond all belief", Prince Charles has said. A Denbighshire actor has been honoured at the premiere of the new Star Wars film in London. The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Matilda has been cancelled for the second day in a row because of a voice problem. Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg was on BBC Radio 4's Today programme on Thursday. British fashion brand Aquascutum has been put up for sale for £5m. (Close): The Dow Jones and S&P 500 closed lower on Wednesday. Christmas Day is a special day for hospital staff. The South West is to receive more than £20m from the government to tackle the affordability of second homes. An unexploded World War Two bomb has been found in the German city of Augsburg. Belfast's Elite League play-off hopes suffered a blow as they lost 3-0 to Cardiff Capitals at the SSE Arena. Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock says he is "not happy" with defender Jazz Richards' recovery from a calf injury. Torquay United manager Kevin Nicholson says the club's new owners have "technically saved" the National League club. Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto has promised to help survivors of Tuesday's deadly explosions at a fireworks market. India is the world's largest producer of milk. A car has crashed into a building in Edinburgh city centre. Gusts of up to 70mph have been recorded in north Wales. The Radio City Rockettes and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir are to perform at Donald Trump's inauguration. (Close): London's leading shares closed lower, with the FTSE 100 leading the way. Plans for a new hydro power station near Conwy Falls have been rejected. A man is in a critical condition in hospital after being stabbed outside police. Brentford defender Tom Davies has signed a new three-and-a-half-year contract with the Championship club. The future of Leicester Speedway has been secured, according to the club's owners. Labour has condemned the sacking of three primary school cleaners who went on strike over pay. turkeys, ducks and chickens have been stolen from a butcher's shop during a break-in. A man has died after his car left the M1 in County Armagh. A boy who died after being hit by a car is to have his organs used for transplant. Hundreds of people have signed a petition calling for the demolition of a modernist building at Durham University. Birmingham City came from two goals down to draw with 10-man Barnsley. Goals from James Threlkeld and Craig Tanner gave League Two leaders Plymouth victory over Crawley. Star Wars actress Carrie Fisher is in intensive care after suffering a heart attack on a plane. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered a re-evaluation of his country's contacts with the United Nations. Tributes have been paid to Status Quo's Rick Parfitt, who has died at the age of 68. Forest Green twice came from behind to draw with Torquay at the New Lawn. A man has died after being hit by a car in Kent. Azhar Ali's half-century helped Pakistan fight back on day one of the second Test against Australia in Melbourne. Coca-Cola has confirmed it is in talks with West Ham owners David Sullivan and David Gold. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has arrived in Hawaii to mark the 75th anniversary of the attack on the US naval base. Belfast Giants moved level on points with Elite League leaders Cardiff Devils with a 4-1 win over Braehead Clan. Voters will be required to show ID before casting their vote, the government has announced. A man has been airlifted to hospital after being hit by a car. (Close): Wall Street markets closed higher on Wednesday, boosted by a rise in oil prices. A man has been rescued after getting into difficulty in the sea off Bangor. Fifa has "overwhelming" support for a 48-team World Cup, says president Gianni Infantino. The Church in Wales is to hold a series of services for the first time in 20 years. Israel has postponed a vote on the construction of hundreds of new settlements in the occupied West Bank. Scarlets hooker Ken Owens says his side are back in a winning groove after their start to the season. Airlines and travel agents have been warned of security flaws that could allow attackers to steal flight details. The chief executive of Japanese advertising giant Dentsu has said he will resign after a worker took her own life. Four people have been killed in an attack on a police compound in China's restive Xinjiang region, officials say. Ospreys maintained their 100% start to the Pro12 season with victory over Newport Gwent Dragons at Rodney Parade. Former Manchester United and Juventus striker Carlos Tevez has joined Chinese Super League side Shanghai SIPG. Swansea City are close to appointing Paul Clement as their new manager. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Joseph Warungu looks at Africa. Plans for a giant dragon sculpture in Wrexham are set to be given a five-year extension. Stoke's Ramadan Sobhi has been left out of Egypt's final 23-man squad for the Africa Cup of Nations. The mayor of Liverpool has said he is "surprised and proud" by the response to a consultation on council tax. German police have released a Tunisian man arrested in Milan on suspicion of being part of the Berlin Christmas market hijacker. A bid to buy Super League side Bradford Bulls has been rejected. Phil Taylor beat Kim Huybrechts to set up a PDC World Championship quarter-final against Raymond van Barneveld. Plans for a new dual carriageway in a Carmarthenshire town have been given the go-ahead. South Africa beat Sri Lanka by an innings and 88 runs in the first Test. Swansea City interim manager Alan Curtis says it would be "tough" to return to the Premier League. Ben Affleck says he was "honoured and honoured" to play Matt Damon in the new film Manchester by the Sea. US President Barack Obama's decision to impose new sanctions on Russia has been met with a mixture of anger and anger. A ceasefire has come into effect in Syria. A man has been arrested in connection with the death of a man in Waterford. Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock says he will hold talks with midfielder Peter Whittingham before the FA Cup. Topps, one of the world's biggest toy companies, has said that its customers may have had their payment card details stolen. Disney is one of the world's biggest entertainment companies. Israel has warned its citizens not to travel to India because of a terror threat. Port Vale manager Bruno Ribeiro has left the club by mutual consent. St Johnstone defender Rob Kiernan has been charged with violent conduct by the Scottish FA. Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic says striker Chris Martin will not be sent back to Derby County. Lukas Jutkiewicz's second-half equaliser earned Birmingham a FA Cup third-round replay against Championship side Newcastle. datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe datememe Hogmanay is one of the biggest celebrations in Scotland. Grimsby Town have signed Mansfield Town striker Shaun Brisley on a two-and-a-half-year deal. The new 12-sided £1 coin has gone into circulation, the Royal Mint has announced. Manchester United striker Anthony Martial has to "listen" to him, says manager Jose Mourinho. Ben Davies scored twice as Tottenham came from behind to beat Aston Villa and reach the FA Cup fourth round. Thousands of people have attended Edinburgh's Hogmanay Street Party. The Queen has attended the New Year's Day church at Sandringham. A 24-hour strike on the Southern rail network is continuing. The 200th anniversary of one of Scotland's most famous whiskies is to be marked with a new charity. Richard Cockerill has been sacked as Leicester Tigers head coach. A note issued by a British army officer during World War Two has sold at auction for £1,200. Sinn Féin has accused the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) of "losing the run of themselves" over a botched green energy scheme. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said "nobody wanted to play" in Saturday's Premier League draw at Sunderland. Four men have been arrested after a girl and her cousin were killed when they were hit by a car in Oldham. A shortage of hospital beds is putting pressure on A&E departments in Wales, the health board has said. A man has died after being hit by a car in the West Midlands. Jersey centre Matt Stevens says the club are "on the right road" for a top-four finish in the Championship. Thousands of people are expected to return items they bought in the Boxing Day and Boxing Day. Labour can beat the Conservatives by itself, Welsh Labour MP Jo Stevens has said. A man has died after his car was hit by a train at a level crossing. Southampton defender Mark Stephens says it is "not time to panic" after their poor start to the season. Endangered species have become established as a self-sustaining population outside of its natural range, a study suggests. A police officer who recorded the wrong date of birth during a search of a man's home in west Belfast has been disciplined. Fulham's unbeaten start to the Championship season came to an end at Reading. British Airways cabin crew are to stage a 24-hour strike in a dispute over pay, the Unite union has said. Queen of the South have signed Motherwell winger Dom Thomas and Celtic midfielder Joe Thomson on loan until the end of the season. Rugby union is heading towards a hire-and-fire approach, says the Rugby Players' Association (RCA). The husband of a British-Iranian woman jailed in Iran has told the BBC he is "terrified" that her sentence could be quashed. An athletics club has said it is "extremely disappointed" it will not be able to train at Windsor Great Park next season. German police have arrested a man in connection with the lorry attack on a Christmas market in Berlin. A 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death of another man in Edinburgh. The search for a runner who went missing in Powys has been called off. England manager Mark Sampson has named an 18-man squad for next month's friendlies against Norway and Sweden. Wales should have a bigger say in the UK's immigration system, MPs have said. A man has been stabbed in the leg in west Belfast. Premier League referee Mike Dean has been given a one-match touchline ban by the Football Association. An alpaca which was seriously injured in a dog attack last month has died. Plans have been unveiled for a new palliative care unit at Royal Glamorgan Hospital in Rhondda Cynon Taff. A vigil has been held for a man shot dead by police on the M62 in West Yorkshire. A woman was "brutally, brutally murdered" with a blade, a court has heard. A group of boiler owners who have signed up to the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme have met. Glasgow Warriors captain Mike Blair says it is "really important" to sign new contracts with the Pro12 club. Chinese tech giant Baidu has unveiled its first artificial intelligence (AI) digital assistant. British number one Johanna Konta is through to the semi-finals of the Monterrey Open in Mexico. Storm Axel has caused flooding in northern Germany. Teachers in five areas of Northern Ireland are to stage a one-day strike in a dispute over pay. Laura Muir's British 5K indoor record is expected to be ratified as official by British Athletics. Royal Mail has launched a consultation on changes to its pension scheme, the Unite and the Communication Workers Union (CWU). A police officer visited a mental health unit where a man was found dead in Gwynedd, an inquest has heard. soul singer Ray BLK has been named the BBC's Sound of 2017. One of the Chibok schoolgirls kidnapped in north-eastern Nigeria has been rescued. A Canadian woman has been arrested in Turkey on suspicion of insulting the president. Britain's Kyle Edmund was beaten in three sets by third seed Stan Wawrinka in the Toronto Open quarter-finals. Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the withdrawal of military forces from Syria. The makers of a game featuring Saturday Night Takeaway have apologised after some of the answers were wrong. A Plaid Cymru AM has said his home has been "ransacked" for the second time in a year. A second man has been charged with murder after a man died following an assault in Sunderland. Salmon have been spotted in a Cumbrian valley for the first time in more than 20 years after a bend was restored. A 16-year-old boy has appeared in court charged with the murder of a man in a shopping centre. A 2,000-year-old berry has been discovered in Argentina. A woman has been seriously injured after being hit by a car in Edinburgh city centre. Birmingham City have told midfielder David Caddis he wants to leave the club. Police are treating the death of a man in Aberdeen as suspicious. A woman has been found guilty of having a pipe bomb in her home in Dumfries. A neighbour of the News of the World has told a murder trial that a reporter was attacked with acid. Chris Holroyd scored twice as Macclesfield came from behind to beat Dover at Moss Rose. A £1m investment in tech firm My Lupo has failed after the BBC's Dragon's Den. Four black people accused of beating a disabled man in Chicago have been denied bail. Alan Curtis has been appointed Swansea City's new loan player manager. Ross Wallace scored a stunning goal as Sheffield Wednesday beat 10-man Huddersfield to boost their Championship play-off hopes. bell ringers have recreated the bells of St Paul's Cathedral in London. Britain's Callum Hawkins lost his 10,000m title to Kenya's Conseslus Korir at the Great Edinburgh International. League Two side Wycombe Wanderers have signed Southampton midfielder George Gape on loan until the end of the season. US authorities have charged the man suspected of killing five people at an airport in Florida. US President Barack Obama has told the Taoiseach (Irish prime minister) he wants to visit Ireland. Chelsea could appeal against captain John Terry's red card in Sunday's FA Cup win over League One Peterborough, says manager Antonio Conte. songwriter Richard Sarstedt, best known for his song Where Do You Go To (My Lovely), has died at the age of 74. Venezuela says it has found survivors of a helicopter crash in the south of the country. Roma missed the chance to extend their lead at the top of Serie A as Mario Izzo's own goal gave them victory at Genoa. Scotland has the highest pay rate in the UK, according to a new report. Scotland has the lowest level of digital skills in the UK, according to a new report. It’s 10 years since I was a journalist on the BBC’s Ten O’Clock News programme. England will struggle with the bat in India, says former spinner Graeme Swann. It's been a year since the government sold its stake in Lloyds Banking Group. Edinburgh Capitals defenceman Scott Johnston says his side must be expecting a win if they are to reach the Elite League play-offs. Traffic restrictions on one of the UK's busiest streets have been reintroduced. Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has said that malnutrition is a factor in the deaths of patients in hospitals and care homes. A murder investigation has been launched after a man was found dead in a street in Greater Manchester. A bus had to be rescued after becoming stuck in a muck heap. Joe Root has been named as England's new Test captain following the resignation of Alastair Cook. Russia has denied that it has been involved in hacking the US election. The Russian consul in Athens has been found dead in his apartment. Plans to improve a coach drop-off point in Conwy have been unveiled. Scotland's first minister has ruled out a second independence referendum this year. A 23-year-old man accused of killing five people at a Florida airport has appeared in court. Australian tennis player Nick Lindahl has been banned for seven years after being found guilty of match-fixing. Work to protect homes in Denbighshire from flooding three years ago is set to start. The body of a woman who went missing 15 years ago was found under rubble in a garden, a court has heard. An investigation has been launched into a "serious breach" of patient data at Carlisle General Hospital. Oldham manager Karl Robinson says the club's transfer embargo should be cleared by next week. Tom Hiddleston has apologised for comments he made during his Golden Globe award speech. Bus lanes in Blackpool city centre are to remain at least until a review is carried out. Mercedes technical director Paddy Lowe is to leave the team at the end of the season. Northern Ireland's political parties have failed to agree a budget. A power cut in Ukraine's capital, Kiev, last month was caused by a cyber-attack, security experts say. A woman who died after a birth suffered a fatal haemorrhage after a piece of placenta failed, an inquest has heard. Guinea-Bissau's players have been given the go-ahead to compete at the Africa Cup of Nations. Police have released CCTV images of two people they want to trace in connection with a serious assault in Aberdeen. The number of people with mental health problems attending A&E in England has more than doubled in the past five years, figures show. A car has been parked on the side of the A74(M) in Dumfries and Galloway. The Scottish Professional Football League has introduced new rules to tackle anti-social behaviour at matches. The company behind the collapse of Didcot A Power Station in which four people died has said it is looking for a new contract. A mental health trust in Lancashire has been rated "inadequate" by the health watchdog. The political crisis dominates the front pages of Tuesday's papers. On Friday, the US economy added 156,000 jobs. Scientists have discovered a way to slow the spread of cancer. French police have arrested three people in connection with the Kim Kardashian West robbery. The Scottish government has published a code of practice underpinning the use of stop and search. Scotland internationals Tommy Seymour and Tim Swinson have signed new three-year contracts with Glasgow Warriors. A Syrian student at Glasgow University has been given the go-ahead to stay in the UK. Scotland's education secretary has launched an online resource to help schools tackle the attainment gap. children's author Helen Bailey may have been murdered by a third party, a court has heard. Maternity services at Caithness General Hospital in Inverness have been delayed again. A takeaway has been closed after a 15-year-old girl died from salmonella. Richard Carpenter, lead singer of The Carpenters, is suing his band's record label over royalty payments. Police investigating the death of a woman whose body was found in Edinburgh last year have made a fresh appeal for information. A six-month jail term for causing the death of a cyclist is "insulting", a road safety charity has said. Four people have been rescued after getting into difficulty on Ben Nevis. Economy Minister Simon Hamilton has proposed a solution to the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme. An agreement has been reached to end a dispute over the pay of crew on two Northern Isles freight boats. A bus driver has been taken to hospital after a crash with a lorry outside a depot. Liisa Ronkainen is one of two people taking part in Finland's first basic income experiment. A man has appeared in court charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a 23-year-old was hit by a car in Bristol. Jean Godin was just 17 when his father's business was hit by the Great Recession. Cornish Reds head coach Paul Churcher praised his side's " dogged" performance against Chinnor. Brazilian police are searching for more than 100 inmates who escaped from a prison in the northern city of Manaus on 1 January. The world's top human poker players are taking part in a competition against an artificial intelligence program. Germany's economy grew faster than expected in 2016, according to official figures. Graham Taylor was one of the greatest managers in English football. Google has shut down its internet-providing drone project, Titan Aerospace. A man who was found lying in the road under the influence of alcohol has been given an unpaid work order. Hundreds of jobs are under threat in Aberdeen and London as part of a global reorganization. Mae Llywodraeth Cymru wedi cael ei adeiladu ac yna asesu ei effaith yn Abertawe. England's middle-order collapse led to a seven-wicket defeat by India A in the second one-day international in Mumbai. Stuart Bingham says he would be able to play at this year's World Championship if his wife gives birth to his third child. The funeral of a "true club legend" has taken place in South Yorkshire. DNA was found at the scene of an acid attack on a Sun journalist in Glasgow, a court has heard. Bath lock George Taft has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a neck injury. Northern Ireland's big economic idea was to devolve corporation tax to the region. China's weightlifters have been banned for a year after failing retests of their samples. Carrick Rangers have signed former Crusaders captain Gary McAllister on a deal until the end of the season. Chinese state media have accused the US of "naive" and "unrealistic political fantasies". (Close): The FTSE 100 ended the day higher, with housebuilders leading the way. An MP's attempt to trace the owner of a toy found in the gates of the Palace of Westminster has ended. All pictures are copyrighted. Spanish side Celta Vigo have signed Fulham midfielder Jordi Sanchez on loan until the end of the season. Two men have been found guilty of encouraging support for so-called Islamic State. A man in his 20s has died following a two-car crash on the A1 near Ballymena, County Antrim. A 25-year-old man has been charged over the collapse of a pedestrian bridge on the M20 in Kent. A Roman Catholic priest is to stand trial accused of abusing pupils at a school in Inverness. League Two side Accrington Stanley have signed Fulham midfielder Tomas Rodak on loan until the end of the season. Former British middleweight champion Nick Blackwell's sparring partner has been banned from boxing. Haiti's former police chief Guy Philippe has appeared in court in the US on charges of drug trafficking and money laundering. A woman accused of threatening BBC presenter Jeremy Vine in a road rage argument has gone on trial. Defending champion Scott Waites has been knocked out of the BDO World Championship in the semi-finals. Substitute Abdallah El Said scored a late winner as Egypt beat Uganda to reach the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals. Hibernian eased into the Scottish Cup quarter-finals with a thumping win over Bonnyrigg. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has condemned US President-elect Donald Trump's plan to move the US embassy to Jerusalem. For more than a century, Swansea's canal was one of the most important in the UK. A man has died after his car crashed into a lorry in Kent. A 16-year-old boy has died after being hit by a car. A man has been assaulted during an aggravated burglary at a house in east Belfast. Newport County manager Graham Westley says he is still expecting to be active in the January transfer window. Munster are to be investigated for allowing Conor Murray to play on after a head injury in Saturday's European Champions Cup win over Glasgow. Patrick Kluivert made his first appearance for Ajax as they beat PEC Zwolle in the Eredivisie. A woman has been airlifted to hospital after falling from a cliff in Porthcawl. Police searching for a missing Rhondda Cynon Taff man have found a body. Lionel Messi is the world's most valuable player, according to a new study. Exeter Chiefs scrum-half Kurtley Chudley has been ruled out for the rest of the season. Manchester United's Zlatan Ibrahimovic says he likes the pressure of team-mate Paul Pogba. A hotel in Aberdeen has been sold for more than £1m. Ipswich Town have signed striker Liam Moore from Tranmere Rovers for an undisclosed fee and brought in defender George Sutton on loan. 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A 23-year-old man has been taken to hospital after being chased by a group of men in west Belfast. Joe Perry beat world number one Stuart Bingham 6-5 to reach the quarter-finals of the UK Championship. The Wales Bill has been passed by AMs in the Senedd. Former Manchester United and Netherlands manager Louis van Gaal has announced his retirement from football. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman's body was found at a house. A baby has been born in Ukraine using DNA from three people. Curzon is to be honoured with a Bafta award for its "extraordinary contribution" to the British film industry. An Irish TV presenter has been mocked on social media for having a spray tan. Exeter Chiefs head coach Alan Paver says Jack Chapman has "taken the bull by the horns". A Citron dealership has been destroyed in a suspected arson attack. A man who was sexually abused at a Catholic school in East Yorkshire has been awarded damages. How much do you pay back your university loan? Shrewsbury Town have signed West Bromwich Albion youngster George Roberts on loan until the end of the season. British Athletics says it is "puzzled" by David Weir's comments about his retirement from athletics. Premiership champions Saracens have signed England lock Calum Clark from Premiership rivals Saracens. A pedestrian who died after being hit by a car has been named by police. Stranraer have parted company with manager Brian Reid by mutual consent. Prime Minister Theresa May has been making a series of speeches in the run-up to the EU referendum. The RSPCA has received more than 1,000 calls in the past year for dog fighting. Snow has hit parts of Italy as a cold snap sweeps across the country. Harlequins reached the European Challenge Cup quarter-finals with a bonus-point win over Stade Francais. Thousands of relatives of parents who give up work are missing out on National Insurance credits (NI), a think tank has said. Scotland's newest police horse has been named Harris. Former first minister Peter Robinson has said he has "never had any personal financial interest" in a green energy scheme. It was the last time the Church in Wales voted to allow women to become bishops. Saracens coach Mark McCall says he would be "devastated" if one of his players punched Scarlets hooker James Davies. Holyrood's finance committee is to publish its report on the Scottish government's budget. The UK government is considering whether to cut funding for Welsh language broadcaster S4C. When Aditya Kohli was a student in Delhi, he was told to build India's first humanoid robot. Two boys have been sexually abused at a former children's home, police have said. A man has been jailed for two years after a worker fell to his death from the roof of a warehouse. More than 300 secondary schools in England are under-performing, according to government figures. People who sit for longer are more likely to have their DNA lengthened, research suggests. Former Ireland rugby player Craig Wallace has been cleared of harassing his estranged wife. Victims' rights are being ignored in England and Wales, the police and crime commissioner has said. Plans to increase the number of Welsh-speaking teachers in Wales have been announced by the Welsh government. Oldham Athletic have offered free entry for their League One game against Rochdale on Saturday. Scotland's business mood remains positive, according to a survey by the Scottish Chambers of Commerce. Plans for a unitary council in Oxfordshire have been unveiled. A fire on a ferry may have been caused by an air conditioning unit, Wightlink has said. The parents of a man killed by careless driving have called for the offence to be upgraded to manslaughter. Facebook has removed the name of a man who was shot in both legs in west Belfast. BHP Billiton and BHP Billiton have agreed a settlement over the collapse of a dam in Brazil last year. Mexico has launched an investigation into allegations of medical fraud in the eastern state of Veracruz. The operator of the UK's cash machines, LINK, is to hold talks with banks over the future of the network. The Co-operative Insurance has been told to provide customers with no claims bonus protection. More than 100 drivers were caught using their mobile phones while on the M40. Facebook's chief executive has been urged by a coalition of civil rights organisations to make it easier to remove content from its site. An investigation into the death of an 18-year-old Tesla driver in a crash has been closed. A new food truck has opened to the public for the first time. A council in Surrey has announced plans to increase council tax by 15%. Archaeologists have discovered evidence that Galloway may have been the heart of a lost Dark Age kingdom. Some people with a rare form of leukaemia have been cured after being given half the standard dose of a drug. A teenage girl is "like the Tasmanian devil" after being hit by a bike, her parents have said. A contract to build trains for the HS2 high-speed rail line has been launched. Tottenham defender Jan Vertonghen will miss the rest of the season with an ankle injury, says manager Mauricio Pochettino. West African forces have entered The Gambia to try to oust President Yahya Jammeh. Britain's Andy Murray and Dan Evans both won in straight sets to reach the fourth round of the Australian Open. The cancellation of a competition to kick-start the UK government's carbon capture and storage scheme has been criticised by the public spending watchdog. Three uncapped players have been named in England's squad for the Six Nations. A man has been charged with the attempted murder of a police officer. A tortoise has been stolen from a pet shop in Lancashire. All pictures are copyrighted. Newport County chief executive Stuart Davies says he is "not sure" why Newport County chief executive Graham Westley has criticised the Rodney Parade pitch. Two men have been jailed for conspiring to pervert the course of justice after a hit-and-run crash. A man has been found guilty of manslaughter after a man died following a fight at a holiday park. Nigel Farage has joined Fox News as a political commentator. Prince William is leaving his job as an air ambulance pilot. Wales have named their squad for the 2017 Pro12 season. Oxford United have no new injury or suspension worries ahead of their FA Cup third-round tie against Newcastle. Charlton came from two goals down to beat 10-man Bolton at the Macron Stadium. Goals from Danny Cummins and Murray Davidson gave St Johnstone victory over Hamilton Academical at McDiarmid Park. Dover came from behind to beat Chester 3-1 at the Crabble Athletic Ground. Theresa May has said she will "look forward" to talks with US President Donald Trump in Washington next week. Rafael Nadal came from a set down to beat German teenager Alexander Zverev and reach the fourth round of the Australian Open. A man who was stripped of his firearms licence after posting offensive messages on Facebook has won an appeal against the decision. Lindsey Vonn has become the all-time leading female World Cup winner for the first time. A novel about the Cold War has been published for the first time. A man has become the first person to paddle the length of a river in Africa. Mae'r Esgob Tyddewi yng Nghadeirlan Llandaf wedi dweud ei bod yn edrych ymlaen yn fawr iawn at ymuno phobl Tyddewi. Hundreds of people have taken part in a protest in Belfast against US President Donald Trump. Prime Minister Theresa May will meet Donald Trump at the White House on Friday. Ghana beat the Democratic Republic of Congo 2-1 on Sunday to reach the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals. Egypt reached the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals for the first time with victory over Morocco. Mauritius's Prime Minister Jugnauth has announced he is stepping down and will be replaced by his son. A cathedral has been criticised for reading a passage from the Koran during a service. Mae'r Heddlu i ddweud nad yw'r ddau wedi cael eu g ers dydd Mawrth 17 Ionawr. A man has died after being hit by a car in Maidstone. Two people have been taken to hospital following a fire at a block of flats in Glasgow. Theresa May has said she has "absolute faith" in the UK's Trident nuclear weapons after reports of a misfire. Ben Stokes starred with bat and ball as England beat India by one run in the third one-day international in Kolkata. Welshman Elfyn Evans won the opening round of the World Rally Championship (WRC) in Finland. Have you ever heard of a family playing a musical instrument? Ireland's women were beaten 3-0 by England in the final of the EuroHockey Championships in Belfast. A British-Iranian woman jailed in Iran for five years has appealed against her sentence. Nice striker Mario Balotelli has accused Bastia fans of racially abusing him during Saturday's Ligue 1 match. One of the world's most valuable opals has gone on display in South Australia. Manchester City's Yaya Toure says Raheem Sterling was "too honest" to dive in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Tottenham. (Close): Stocks on Wall Street closed higher on Wednesday, boosted by a surge in energy and energy stocks. Here's a round-up of the best entertainment stories from the Oscars. Cornish Pirates head coach Gavin Cattle says his side must improve if they are to reach the European Challenge Cup quarter-finals. Gambia's President Yahya Jammeh has been accused of stealing millions of dollars from the country's coffers. An artificial intelligence system has been trained to spot the signs of skin cancer, a study suggests. The UK's economy will be "crushed" by the fall in sterling, a think tank has warned. Bundesliga leaders RB Leipzig came from behind to beat 10-man Hoffenheim. Real Madrid moved up to fourth in La Liga with a comfortable win over 10-man Real Sociedad. A 25-year-old woman has been found guilty of murdering a man at her home in Aberdeen. Aberdeen defender Graeme Shinnie has signed a new three-year contract with the Premiership club. US President Donald Trump has rescinded the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal. Steven Gerrard has a "bright future" at Liverpool, says manager Jurgen Klopp. Visitors to Snowdon are being asked to donate money to local businesses as part of a pilot project. Sir Vince Cable, the former chancellor of the Exchequer, is calling for a change in the way vocational education is taught in the UK. Sam Warburton says his decision to drop Wales captaincy to Eddie Jones is a "relatively easy decision". Celtic winger Patrick Roberts hopes to return to Manchester City at the end of the season. Ross County defender Andrew Davies has signed a new two-year contract with the Scottish Premiership club. Derby scored three first-half goals as they eased to victory at Ipswich. Hamilton moved off the bottom of the Premiership with victory over Inverness Caledonian Thistle at Hamilton Academical. A Devon millionaire was unlawfully killed by his wife in Ukraine, an inquest has heard. A bid to become the UK's first operational spaceport is being launched in Kintyre. Two security guards have been threatened with a box of money during an armed robbery at a bank in Glasgow. The Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme has been criticised for its use of power. Two search and rescue groups in Northern Ireland have been awarded £42,000 in grants from the UK government. A school has been criticised for refusing to allow a four-year-old girl to wear a headscarf. A burglar who carried out a series of burglaries in Manchester has been banned from entering alleyways. A teenager accused of murdering Labour MP Jo Cox has told a court he did not stand by his comments about the MP's murder. AMs will be able to vote on the triggering of Article 50, the Welsh Government's top lawyer has said. Nottingham Forest head coach Gary Brazil says he is not aware of where the club are looking for a new manager. Lancashire all-rounder Tom Smith has announced his retirement from cricket. Tiger Woods says he is "concerned" as he prepares to return to competitive golf this week. Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka has been questioned by police over an allegation he was racially abused at Heathrow Airport. "I'm a coach." Ikea has issued a global recall of a beach chair after reports that it collapsed during use. A report into an incident at Cardiff University's School of Medicine has found "specific and overarching issues" need to be addressed. Millwall and Walsall played out a goalless draw at The Den. Elin Jakupovic produced a string of fine saves to earn Hull a point at Manchester United. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering his wife in Bristol. Plans to improve one of Glasgow's busiest roads have been unveiled. Boeing has reported a drop in sales and profits for the last three months of 2016. Transport Minister Chris Hazzard has unveiled plans to extend bus lanes in Belfast to seven-to-seven hours. League One side Rochdale have signed Chelsea midfielder George Taft on loan until the end of the season. paving in Hull city centre has been described as "s gobbledygook" by a braille teacher. A former police and crime commissioner (PCC) has settled her employment tribunal. Former Nottingham Forest striker Stan Collymore has pulled out of the running to become the club's new chairman. Sydney Sixers will face Perth Scorchers in the final of the Big Bash League after beating Brisbane Heat by one wicket. Lord West has said he does not talk to the prime minister about an incident in which a nuclear missile was fired into Wales. The chief executive of Wales' largest health board was suspended in February 2016, BBC Wales has learned. Northern Ireland families have the lowest income in the UK, according to a new report. The man accused of murdering a children's author told a nurse he considered taking his own life, a court has heard. A man who spent more than two years in a hospital has been evicted. Guiseley have signed Mansfield Town midfielder Paul Hurst on loan until the end of the season. Police have released images of two women they want to speak to in connection with a serious assault in a nightclub. A plane has made an emergency landing at Edinburgh Airport after a technical fault. Hundreds of people have objected to plans for a new church campus in Gwynedd. Two ambulances have been involved in a crash with two cars in Lincolnshire. Scotland's commercial property market remained "resilient" last year, according to a new report. Welsh taekwondo fighter Bianca Williams says winning gold at the European Championships was a "massive bonus". An inquest into the death of a man whose body was found in a park has been opened and adjourned. A suspected firearm has been found in a bin in west Belfast. Brighton missed the chance to go top of the Championship as they were beaten at Huddersfield. On Thursday's front page, the Irish News features the name of a soldier shot dead a man in Belfast 45 years ago. What is the answer for the UK economy? A £900m devolution deal for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight is "almost certainly dead", council leaders have said. Teachers at a Cumbrian academy are staging a second strike in a row over pay and conditions. It's that time of year again. Lord Bracadale is to carry out a review of Scotland's hate crime laws. If you're a fan of a pop star's fragrance, you might think it's a good moment to confess. Thousands of people have signed an online petition against plans to stop GPs prescribing specialist infant formulas. Holyrood's finance committee has warned of a "significant level of complexity" in the budget process. A former NHS chief executive has pleaded guilty to defrauding the NHS out of more than £100,000. A school has been forced to close after a "perfect storm" of bugs. Fulham have signed Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Kostas Petsos on loan until the end of the season. Reality TV star Jade Jones has announced the birth of her first child. The head of the Church in Wales has said he is not against organ donation. St Mirren have signed Aberdeen strikerammy Smith on loan until the end of the season. Thousands of people in Chile have been evacuated from their homes as wildfires rage across the country. A case of bird flu has been found in turkeys at a farm in Boston, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has said. Russia's lower house of parliament has voted to decriminalise smacking their children. Creditors of the Taggart brothers are to vote on a proposal that would allow them to avoid bankruptcy. James Botham has made his Wales debut at the Rugby World Cup. The price of generic cancer drugs on the NHS in England has risen by more than 100% in the past five years, researchers say. A former football coach has been arrested on suspicion of historical child sex offences. Wales could become the first country in the UK to introduce a universal basic income, a leading economist has said. Scotland's Education Secretary John Swinney is to announce the findings of a review into the death of Aberdeen schoolboy Bailey Gwynne. Northern Ireland's Graeme McDowell is three shots off the lead after two rounds of the Qatar Masters. Formula 1 team Manor has gone into administration with the loss of more than 100 jobs. Wolves winger Conor Coady says his side have a "great chance" of beating Liverpool at Anfield. Burton Albion have signed Leyton Orient's Lasse Christensen and Burton Albion's Cauley Woodrow on loan until the end of the season. American football is one of the most popular sports in the world. Manchester City Women have accepted a Football Association charge of breaching anti-doping rules. devolution needs to go further and faster, the outgoing head of the Church in Wales has said. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has been given a three-match touchline ban by the Football Association. Leyton Orient midfielder Luke Prosser has signed a new one-year contract with the League Two club. Barnsley missed the chance to move into the Championship play-offs as they were held to a goalless draw by Preston. Blackpool were held to a draw by 10-man Colchester at Bloomfield Road. Exeter maintained their unbeaten start to the League Two season with a comfortable victory over 10-man Crewe. Bromley boosted their National League play-off hopes with victory over Torquay at Hayes Lane. England's Justin Rose will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Farmers Insurance Open. Serena Williams became the first woman to win a Grand Slam title with victory over sister Venus in the Australian Open final. A second case of bird flu has been found at a farm in Lancashire, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has said. There is "insufficient evidence" to support an MP's independence campaign, the Crown Office has said. Match reports from Saturday's Scottish Premiership and Championship games. South Africa coach Russell Domingo is set to step down at the end of the season. BBC Sport takes a look at some of the key stories over the weekend. Eleven people have been arrested after a football match was marred by disorder. A canoe has been found in the middle of the M1 motorway. Falkirk manager Peter Houston has dismissed reports linking teenage defender Tony Blair with a move to Sunderland. Barbara Pomsel, who worked as a secretary to Joseph Goebbels during World War Two, has died at the age of 106. A 17-year-old boy has been charged with drugs offences after a teenager was taken ill after taking tablets. Shares in Tesco have fallen sharply following reports that the supermarket's £1.2bn takeover deal could be under threat. LeBron James has become the first player in NBA history to score 10 points in a game for the Cleveland Cavaliers. MPs have invited a former Team Sky coach to give evidence to them about a package delivered to Sir Bradley Wiggins. A robot created by a student has been added to the line-up for this year's XpoNorth design festival. Nottingham Forest have signed Everton defender Will Browning on a season-long loan deal. A canal towpath in Rhondda Cynon Taff is to close for more than a week for repairs. Southport have sacked manager Steve Burr and his assistant Paul Watson. Sinn Féin has called on the Irish foreign minister to explain why he attended the McKenna Cup final in Belfast. Ghana coach Avram Grant has urged fans not to target his players. President Donald Trump's travel ban on people from seven mainly Muslim countries has come into force. Human remains have been found on an island off the Kent coast. Coventry City fans have been urged to keep their protests lawful following Saturday's defeat by Northampton Town. Poland's National Institute for National History (INR) has launched a database of former Nazi SS commanders and guards at Auschwitz. The government has launched a final legal challenge to the law on term-time holidays. He's one of the most exciting young players in the world. Johnny Sexton and Sean O'Brien are expected to be fit for Ireland's Six Nations opener against Scotland on Saturday. Mae Llywodraeth Cymru yn credu fod y drefn o gategoreiddio yn helpu i ddod o hyd i'r ysgolion uwchradd. French presidential candidate Francois Fillon and his wife Penelope have been questioned by police over allegations they received public money. Violent clashes between rival fans and police in the German Bundesliga have shocked the country. League Two side Colchester United have signed Huddersfield Town's George Taft on loan until the end of the season. A police officer who was stabbed in the head while trying to break into a house in west Belfast has been awarded the Queen's Medal. Many Clouds, the Grand National winner who died on Saturday, was the victim of a haemorrhage rarely seen on the racetrack. US President Donald Trump has announced a travel ban on people from seven mainly Muslim countries. Aid groups have called for urgent action after the deaths of three migrants at a camp on the Greek island of Lesbos. Quebec has been reeling from Monday's shooting at a mosque in Montreal. Israel's prime minister has condemned Iran's test of a ballistic missile. A man has been injured in a shooting at a house in west Belfast. Morocco has been readmission to the African Union (AU) after a summit in Addis Ababa. A woman has admitted stealing more than £100,000 from her mother's bank account. Leicester Lions are set to announce the signings of speedway riders before the new Elite League season begins. Restrictions imposed on bus companies in Bristol more than 20 years ago are to be reviewed. US President Donald Trump has nominated Neil Gorsuch to be the next Supreme Court. Hartlepool United have signed Sunderland midfielder George Nelson and Plymouth striker Jordan Rooney on loan. Championship side Fulham have signed striker Cyriac from Belgian side Oostende on loan until the end of the season. Sheffield Wednesday have signed Middlesbrough striker Jordan Rhodes on loan until the end of the season. Ipswich Town have signed Manchester City midfielder Joe Huws on loan until the end of the season and Reading striker George Samuel on loan until the end of the season. Norwich City have signed Wigan midfielder Josh Wildschut for an undisclosed fee. Six teenagers have died from carbon monoxide poisoning at a hut in southern Germany. The partner of a gunman who killed his ex-wife in Sydney has been jailed for life for her murder. Police in the Republic of Ireland have seized cannabis with an estimated street value of more than £100m. Johnny Depp's manager has accused him of spending more than $50m (£40m) on his properties. The African Union (AU) has called on African countries to consider withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC). Munster scrum-half CJ Stander says Ireland will not plan extra protection for scrum-half Conor Murray in Saturday's Six Nations match at Murrayfield. NHS staff are being asked to take a quiz to verify they are not a robot. Cornish Pirates back-rowers Alex Cheesman and Morgs Morgan have signed new contracts with the club. Celtic defender Efe Ambrose has joined Blackburn Rovers on loan until the end of the season. SSE's plans to upgrade the Aberdeen to Inverness power line have been scrapped by the National Grid. Garry Ringrose has been named in the Ireland squad for the Six Nations against Italy in Dublin. Wales scrum-half Mike Owens says there will be a debate on whether Italy should be relegated from the Six Nations. A Labour AM's call for a forensic investigation into the Welsh Government's handling of financial waste has been accused of "smear". Police in the US state of North Dakota say they have arrested more than 100 protesters against a controversial oil pipeline. A man has been shot dead outside a nightclub in Liverpool. A man who was sexually abused as a child by one of his teachers has criticised the Scottish Abuse Inquiry. A man jailed for four-and-a-half years for making indecent images of children has won an appeal against his conviction. Police have appealed for information after a woman was raped in a park in Aberdeen. Sean O'Brien will start for Ireland in Saturday's Six Nations opener against Scotland. New Motherwell manager Stephen Pearson hopes to have a successful spell in India in the short term. Brexit Secretary David Davis has said there can be no veto over Wales' interests in the negotiations. A six-hour work day trial in Sweden has been hailed as a success. Avon's fire service has been ordered by the Home Office to investigate allegations of bullying and bullying. A rare World War Two codebreaking machine has been recreated using 3D printing technology. New Ipswich Town defender Neil Taylor says he was taken aback by an offer to clean his boots. A police officer who was sexually abused by a former pub worker has said he is "horrified" to find his abuser had been jailed. Wales lock Jake Ball says he is ready to "put his stamp" on the Six Nations. Plans for a new creative and digital hub in Carmarthenshire have been criticised by the council. Plans for a new railway station in Skelmersdale have moved a step closer. A school has launched an investigation into allegations of sexual assault on a young girl. National League side Eastleigh have signed midfielder Jack Cole from National League rivals Staines for an undisclosed fee. Zimbabwe's President Pierre Nkurunziza has called for an end to the country's civil war. Farmers in Wales are being urged to join up to help secure the industry's future. Peter Whitingham has been offered a new contract by Cardiff City. Yorkshire Diamonds have appointed former Essex coach Paul Grayson as their new head coach. Firefighters have tackled a blaze at a house in Edinburgh. Charges against a US woman accused of child sex offences in north Wales have been dropped. Lady Gaga is set to perform at this year's Super Bowl in Houston. Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says some of his players "don't think the aim is to win". Myanmar's security forces have been accused of killing and sexually abusing Rohingya Muslims, the UN says. Scotland's players are determined to send off head coach Vern Cotter in the Six Nations. The Trump administration has imposed new sanctions on Iran. Alexis Sanchez scored twice as Arsenal beat 10-man Hull to go top of the Premier League. Spain's Sergio Garcia will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Dubai Desert Classic. Police investigating the murder of notorious criminal John "Goldfinger" Palmer have questioned a man in Spain. A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a woman was hit by a car in West Yorkshire. US President Donald Trump has said the US is "so innocent" in the fight against terrorism. A Plaid Cymru MP is to introduce a bill to protect rape victims from cross-examination in court. A woman has been stabbed during an armed robbery at a shop in west Belfast. Labour is "trying to get a compromise" with the government over the Brexit bill, the shadow foreign secretary has said. A 15-year-old boy has been arrested after police spotted him driving a tractor as a taxi. Moussa Dembele says he does not know how long he will remain at Celtic. Chelsea extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to five points with a 2-0 win over Arsenal. A paraglider has been airlifted to hospital after crashing in the Mourne mountains. Saracens will face Leicester Tigers in the semi-finals of the Anglo-Welsh Cup. Toyota, the world's biggest carmaker, has raised its profit forecast for the year to March. The mother of a teenager who died after being taunted on social media has launched a scheme to help teachers spot the signs of child being victimised. Thousands of printers in the US have been hijacked by a hacker. Two buildings are being built in China to help fight air pollution. An Indian rapper has protested against the appointment of a woman chief minister in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. Each day we feature a photograph sent in from across England. A hospital in Greater Manchester has been taken out of special measures after an inspection. French centre-right presidential candidate Francois Fillon is to launch a defence of his candidacy on Monday. A man has been charged in connection with a racist attack on a woman in Buckinghamshire. Campaigners are calling for a drop-in clinic for victims of female genital mutilation (FGM). TV presenter Richard Robinson has described plans to build a tunnel at Stonehenge as "old-fashioned". Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock says he wants to sign "two or three" players before the transfer window opens. YouTuberNikki has been talking to Newsround about how she stays safe online. A BBC journalist has claimed she was subjected to "internal corruption and poor management" by the corporation. The fossilised remains of Calvapilosa, a type of mollusc that didn't have a spine, have been reconstructed. British number two Aljaz Bedene beat Croatia's Borna Coric in three sets to reach the last 16 of the Marseille Open. Russia's athletics minister Vitaly Mutko says it is "high time" for athletes to retire. The founder of the Greggs bakery chain was "an abuser of children", a court has heard. A new species of fish-scale gecko has been discovered in Madagascar. Archaeologists in Brazil say they have found the world's oldest sites. Ten arts projects are to be launched in Wales and India as part of the UK-India Year of Culture 2017. The World Championship gets under way at the Crucible in Sheffield on Saturday. The proposed merger of two of the world's biggest eyewear companies, Essilor and Luxottica, is not clear. Joe Root is the "obvious candidate" to be England's new Test captain, says pace bowler James Anderson. The government's White Paper on housing has been broadly welcomed. MPs have backed the government's bill to begin the process of leaving the European Union. The chief executive of housebuilder Redrow has criticised the government's housing White Paper. The AA has said it will review its prices in the run-up to June's increase in car insurance premiums. Greenock Morton manager Jim Duffy says his side will go to Ibrox "with a bit more heart" in Sunday's Scottish Cup tie. Super League side Leigh Centurions have signed Hull FC prop Curtis Naughton on a deal until the end of the season. Plans have been given the go-ahead for a new cycle park in Wrexham. lorry drivers are being warned about the dangers of delivery of wind turbine parts. Police are investigating reports of a hate incident after a group of black people were refused entry to a Nottingham nightclub. Mae Llywodraeth Cymru wedi cynllun i adeiladu trac rasio ger Glyn Ebwy gostio £425m ond mae Llywodraeth Cymru. The UK's plans to trade with the European Union after Brexit have been announced by the World Trade Organization (WTO). Scotland captain Greig Laidlaw says his side need to be "on top form" to beat France in Paris on Saturday. Former Liverpool and England striker John St John says the game is a "wash with money" and should do more to help former players with dementia. Raising council tax to pay for social care would disproportionately affect some parts of Wales, a minister has said. Cardiff Blues and Wales fly-half Gareth Anscombe says he has been "made out of glass". The number of candidates standing in the Northern Ireland Assembly election has been announced. Bolivia says it has been hit by a swarm of locusts that have spread across the country. The brother of one of the victims of Bloody Sunday has said a march by British Army veterans in Londonderry should not be allowed to happen. The National Basketball Association (NBA) has teamed up with video game company Take-Two to create an e-sports team. Cardiff West MP Christina Rees has been appointed shadow Welsh secretary by Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn. The parents of a three-month-old baby who was found dead on a bus have denied her murder. Councils are calling on the government to give them the power to sponsor struggling schools. Dover have been given the go-ahead to sign Gala N'Gala. BBC Radio 1 and Radio 1Xtra have both seen their share of listeners fall, according to new figures. British actor John Mcowen, best known for playing Q in James Bond's Never Say Never Again, has died at the age of 89. The Public Prosecution Service (PPS) has decided not to prosecute a man suspected of involvement in the Kingsmills murders. Torquay United have signed defender Rhys Anderson on a deal until the end of the season and brought in Republic of Ireland international Ronan Keating on loan until the end of the season. A new research centre for the oil and gas industry has been officially opened in Aberdeen. Former African champions Al Kabylie of Algeria have been knocked out of the African Champions League in the first leg of their last-32 tie in Monrovia. More than a quarter of independent school students in England, Wales and Northern Ireland received extra time in this year's GCSE and A-level exams. The 2018 Winter Olympics will be taking place in Sochi, Russia. A cyclist has died after being hit by a car in south-east London. More than a third of rail passengers in the UK are paying too much, according to new research. Welsh snowboarder Katie Potter has said she is "still part of Olympic qualification" for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Irish Travellers may have split from the settled population in the Republic of Ireland, according to a new study. A US appeals court has refused to reinstate President Donald Trump's travel ban on people from seven mainly Muslim countries. Rupert Murdoch's News Corp has reported a loss for the three months to the end of June. More than 400 whales have been stranded on a beach in New Zealand. A man has died in a house fire in East Sussex. Have you ever wondered what it would like to have a boss? There's been a big increase in the number of people going to hospital in England. The government is trying to change the way football is run in England. A lorry has crashed into a house at a level crossing. More than a third of councils in England and Wales intend to increase council tax by more than 2% next year, a survey suggests. All pictures are copyrighted. Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says there are six teams in the race for the Premier League title. A man who tried to smuggle more than £3,000 worth of heroin into a prison has been jailed for two years. A 16-year-old boy has been stabbed to death in Leeds. Russia has blamed Turkish pilots for an air strike that killed 10 Turkish soldiers near the Syrian town of al-Bab. A building at the University of Aberdeen is to be closed after asbestos was found. Parks in England and Wales are under threat from budget cuts, MPs have warned. India has appealed against the acquittal of two men accused of killing a British teenager on a beach in 2008. Mansfield boss Gary Evans was sent to the stands as his side were beaten by Grimsby at Blundell Park. Solihull Moors maintained their unbeaten start to the National League season with victory at Bromley. The closure of the Independent Inquiry into allegations of abuse by UK troops in Iraq is a "bitter pill to swallow", a former soldier has said. The body of a man has been recovered from the River Nith in Dumfries. Tottenham's 2-0 defeat at Liverpool could be "difficult" to challenge for the Premier League, says manager Mauricio Pochettino. American Jordan Spieth will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational in Hawaii. Police are treating the death of an 82-year-old woman in a house fire in Paisley as murder. Ospreys have signed South Africa prop Brian Mujati on a deal until the end of the season. Prisons in England and Wales are failing to recognise the impact of mental health, a report says. Rangers will host Rangers in the quarter-finals of the Scottish League Cup. A service and flypast have been held to mark the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme. A man has been seriously injured in an armed robbery at the Post Office in Galashiels. The stars of La La Land, Tom Holland and Casey Affleck were among the winners at the Baftas. Newcastle moved up to second in the Championship with victory over Aston Villa at St James' Park. Adele has beaten Beyonce to the best album of the year at the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. A 16-year-old boy has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a pedestrian was hit by a car in Manchester. NHS England is investigating after a doctor claimed a hospital was refused a quote for a gold-plated blackout blind. Steam-Packet services between the Isle of Man and the UK have been suspended after a vessel crashed into a pier. Mae dyn wedi cael ei defnyddio gan fysiau gan fysiau, ceir a phlant ar droed. Ireland's women have qualified for the Super Six of the ICC Women's World Cup. Gusts are expected to hit north and mid Wales on Monday, the Met Office has warned. Ulster have appointed Jono Gibbs as their new head coach. Games maker Valve is to change the way it publishes games on its Steam service. Scotland's two busiest airports have reported record passenger numbers for January. Women's Super League One side Durham Ladies have signed goalkeeper Lauren Laws. Charlton Athletic have launched an investigation after a fan racially abused manager Karl Robinson during Saturday's 1-1 draw with MK Dons. Swansea City winger Nathan Dyer has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. It has been a busy year for me as a player-manager at Melbourne City. The UK will not be allowed to hold special talks with other EU states after Brexit, the EU has said. Austrian police have arrested a man suspected of posing as Adolf Hitler in the town of Braunau am. Scotland's most senior police officer has said it is "an urban myth" that officers are "trigger-happy". Anthony Watson has been named in the England squad for Saturday's Six Nations match against Italy. Construction of the controversial Dakota Access oil pipeline has begun in North Dakota. A steam train has been unveiled in Cumbria. Work has begun to dismantle part of Guernsey's Grade II-listed pier. Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election has led to a surge in business. Guy Martin is to return to the Isle of Man TT as a team-mate for the Honda Racing team. A care home in Glasgow has been rated "inadequate" by inspectors. A march by ex-soldiers to demand an end to prosecutions is to be held in Northern Ireland. Jake Sheppard scored a late winner as Dagenham came from behind to beat Bromley at Victoria Road. Macclesfield maintained their unbeaten start to the National League season with victory at Eastleigh. Worcestershire batsman Daryl Mitchell has been elected as the new chairman of the Professional Cricketers' Association. Palaeontologists say they have discovered evidence that a group of ancient reptiles had a live birth. Denny Solomona scored a hat-trick as Sale beat Premiership leaders Wasps. Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus has been ruled out for up to eight weeks after breaking a metatarsal in his foot in Saturday's 1-1 draw at Bournemouth. Derek McInnes says he is "fully focused" on his job at Aberdeen. Ulster Unionist leader Mike Nesbitt has said he is "confident and relaxed" about his party's general election campaign. Plans for a new church school in Gwynedd have been scrapped. Tourists in Edinburgh have been targeted by men pretending to be police officers in a series of scams in the city centre. Viewsnight is BBC Newsnight's series of letters from African journalists. The trial of a man accused of raping a man in Edinburgh has been abandoned. Venezuela's vice-president has hit back after the US imposed sanctions on him for drug trafficking. MSPs have launched an inquiry into the gender pay gap in Scotland. League Two side Portsmouth have signed former Notts County and MK Dons midfielder Paul Mullin on a two-and-a-half-year deal. Unemployment in Scotland has risen, according to official figures. A man who carried out an armed robbery at a post office in Edinburgh has been jailed for eight years. George is one of the UK's most famous homeless dogs. able and talented pupils in Wales are not given enough support in the education system, Estyn has said. Fester the dog with a narrow jaw has found a new home. Glasgow Warriors have signed South African centre Kebble. Arsenal Ladies midfielder Jess Sigsworth has signed a new two-year contract with the Women's Super League One club. Swindon Town striker Luke Prosser has been left out of the squad for Saturday's game at Northampton Town. A tree surgeon has died after being hit by a chainsaw in south-east London. League One side Bury have appointed Kilmarnock boss Lee Clark as their new manager. Josh Taylor says he would win a world title fight if he fought Ricky Burns. Exeter head coach Rob Baxter says his side's poor start to the season was not a surprise. More than half of people in England are not getting the care they need, a report says. More than 500,000 motorists have been caught speeding in a 30mph zone in the past year, a campaign group has claimed. An elderly man has died in a house fire in Elgin. A woman had to be rescued by firefighters after getting stuck in a tyre. The Trump administration has said it is willing to co-operate with Russia if Moscow does not comply with its commitments. If you're a fan of music, you're a fan of the past. Calls have been made for dogs and cats to be microchipped in Wales. South Africa's competition commission has accused some of the world's biggest banks of fixing the foreign exchange market. Blackburn Rovers defender Hope Akpan has been charged with violent conduct by the Football Association. Bristol's Burrell Museum will reopen to the public in 2020, the city council has said. Plymouth Argyle's Liam Kelly has been charged with violent conduct by the Football Association. Manchester City have been fined £20,000 by the Football Association for breaching anti-doping rules. Liverpool's mayor has set out plans to save £90m over the next three years. Google says it has made a major breakthrough in its bid to bring internet connectivity to rural areas. Australia's prime minister has been accused of being "a simpering sycophant" by his opponents. Six Hong Kong police officers have been jailed for six months for assaulting a protester. The man who murdered schoolgirl Paige Doherty has had his life sentence reduced by the Court of Appeal. It's been another busy week in the world of entertainment. A man secretly filmed women and children in a Falkirk shopping centre, a court has heard. Newcastle Falcons head coach Rob Jones says his side are now being considered as a top six Premiership contender. Watford are to erect a statue in memory of former England manager Graham Taylor. Borders Council is being asked to approve the cost of a new railway station. Older people in care homes in Wales are being "chemically coshed" by the use of antipsychotic drugs, the health commissioner has said. Welsh Conservative leader Andrew RT Davies has called on AMs to stop using "aggressive" language on Brexit. A former Michigan sports doctor has been ordered to stand trial for sexual assault. A man has died following a three-car crash in Powys. A van driver who caused the deaths of a couple in a head-on crash has been jailed for eight years. rugby league club All Golds have held talks with the owners of Premiership club Gloucester. Motherwell's hopes of avoiding relegation suffered a blow as they were thrashed by Dundee at Fir Park. Hull striker Abel Hernandez is available after recovering from a hamstring injury. Prime Minister David Cameron's wife Samantha has said the death of her son was a "massive thing". Saracens players Billy Vunipola and Billy Vunipola played rugby at their former club. Match reports from Saturday's Scottish Premiership and Championship games. At least one person has been killed and several others injured in a collision between a train and a train near Brussels. The boss of French carmaker PSA is to meet Theresa May in London to discuss the future of Vauxhall. A murder investigation has been launched after a man was shot dead in Sheffield. Ospreys coach Steve Tandy says the refereeing in the Pro12 game against Munster is "getting borderline ridiculous". Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri has called on his players to fight "every match". The Iraqi government's campaign to retake western Mosul from so-called Islamic State (IS) needs to ensure civilians survive the battle, the UN says. A film starring children from Blaenau Gwent has won an international award. Ireland women's one-day captain Caroline Shillington has announced her retirement from international cricket. Wigan Warriors coach Leigh Centurions must give Super League a "pat on the back" after their World Club Series win. The death of a four-year-old boy in Aberdeenshire dominates the front pages of Scotland. A woman who claims she was sexually harassed at Uber has resigned from the ride-sharing company. A man who stabbed himself at a Pembrokeshire court has been remanded in custody. Tanzania's health minister has come under fire on Twitter for saying homosexuals should be prosecuted. Google is to stop offering short unskippable 30-second adverts on its video site. The government has been accused of being "out of touch" over the changes to business rates in England. Three gold objects hidden in a treasure hunt in Scunthorpe have been found. A teacher fromNeath Port Talbot has been refused entry to the United States on a school trip. A man has been jailed for causing the death of a teenager by dangerous driving. Corruption is a " rallying cry" for so-called Islamic State (IS), according to a new report. Hull FC fly-half Gareth Sneyd has signed a new two-year contract with the Super League side. Clyde manager Barry Ferguson admits it is "tough" for his side to avoid relegation from Scottish League Two. Bury boosted their League One survival hopes with victory over struggling Coventry at Gigg Lane. Craig McAllister's late equaliser earned Eastleigh a draw against 10-man Aldershot at Ten Acres. More than 100 Jewish community centres in the US have been evacuated after receiving threats. The number of people visiting town centres in the Scottish Borders has risen, according to new figures. The body of a 12-year-old boy has been recovered from a river in Perthshire. A Texas legislator has introduced a resolution to urge Texans not to use the wrong Chilean flag emoji. Sale Sharks winger Denny Solomona is "good enough" for England, says former England winger Ugo Monye. This year's Brit Awards take place at London's O2 Arena on Sunday night. Labour has launched an investigation into claims one of its councillors made a "hate campaign" on social media. Plans to end a controversial youth travel pass have been scrapped by the Welsh Government. Scotland's Laura Muir has been named in the British team for this weekend's European Indoor Championships. Matty Walsh's late penalty gave Catalans Dragons victory at Hull FC. EE, the UK's biggest mobile phone operator, has tested drones and balloons that can deliver coverage to rural areas. Substitutes Dani Pjaca and Dani Alves scored second-half goals as 10-man Juventus took control of their Champions League last-16 tie against Porto. A British man has been killed in a suicide bombing in Iraq. Deaf people in Northern Ireland have called for sign language to be used in the general election. Human rights group Amnesty International has accused world leaders of adopting a "dehumanizing agenda" for political expediency. The Indian state of Kashmir has banned the number of guests at its weddings. Peterborough United manager Grant McCann says he is confident his side can reach the League One play-offs. Hartlepool United's Andrew Nelson has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. Talks to sell the British Grand Prix have been abandoned after the sale of Formula 1 to Liberty Media. nude photos of thousands of people in Hull are to go on display in a new art exhibition. Pupils in England will have to take a multiplication check on their times tables in 2019, Education Secretary Nick Gibb has confirmed. The BBC has a reputation for keeping secrets. The number of cancer cases in Wales has risen by more than 5% in the past decade, according to new figures. Scotland internationals Alex Rae and Arjun Bhatti have signed new contracts with Glasgow Warriors. The school day in South Gloucestershire could be shortened in a bid to save money, according to a letter sent to parents. A man who raped a woman in Cardiff has lost an appeal against his sentence. centrist French presidential candidate Emmanuel Macron has said he will not stand in April's election. It's been a busy week for London Underground workers. Australian investigators are investigating a plane crash in Melbourne that killed six people. Iraqi forces have retaken the airport in Mosul from so-called Islamic State (IS), officials say. The mother of a three-year-old boy with a rare form of leukaemia has said a donor has paid for his treatment. Strong winds have caused disruption to flights to and from the Isle of Man. Ecuador's electoral council has announced a run-off in the presidential election. Sussex have appointed former player Chris Anyon as their new head coach. More than 1,000 Syrian refugees have been resettled in Wales, according to Home Office figures. Scotland's sporting budget is to be cut by 20% over the next three years. A Paralympian has said he was "almost passed out" after being shown he had a spine tumour. A vegan diet can reprogram the pancreas, a study suggests. The US government has filed a lawsuit against disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong. Claudio Ranieri's reign as Leicester City manager has been a nightmare for the Premier League. Gary Lineker says he " shed a tear" on Claudio Ranieri's sacking as Leicester City manager. St Mary's Magherafelt will face St Paul's Bessbrook in the semi-finals of the All-Ireland Football Championship after beating St Ronan's St Ronan's 1-11 to 0-13. When Laura Pergolizzi started her career as a pop star, she didn't know what it would happen. Dozens of jobs are to go at a careers advice centre in Wales, Unison has said. The BBC's Disability Works programme is looking at the future of technology. Bournemouth have been charged by the Football Association for breaching anti-doping rules. Former Conservative home secretary David Waddington has died at the age of 83. Blackburn Rovers defender Hope Akpan has been banned for three games after being found guilty of violent conduct. An exhibition celebrating the achievements of people with disabilities has opened in Flintshire. A new community centre is to be officially opened in Cardiff. A van driver who caused the death of a man in a crash in West Lothian has been fined £1,000. Tottenham midfielder Nabil Bentaleb has joined German side Schalke for an undisclosed fee. Michael Horan has been elected as the new president of the GAA at the annual congress. Australia beat India by an innings and 88 runs in the first Test. The Workers Party in Northern Ireland has criticised the BBC's election rules. A man has been arrested after a car was stolen with two children in the back. Punchestown won the King George VI Chase at Kempton. A consultation on the Scottish government's named person policy has been described as a "sham" by campaigners. Bristol City manager Lee Johnson praised his side's "outstanding" performance in the 2-2 draw at Newcastle. Down produced a superb display to beat Meath 1-13 to 0-14 in Saturday's Football League Division Two game at Breffni Park. At least 21 people have been injured after a pick-up truck crashed into crowds at a Mardi Gras parade in the US city of New Orleans. Plans for a new 50m swimming pool in Derby have been approved by the city council. Belfast Giants maintained their 100% start to the Elite League season with a 3-2 win over Fife Flyers at the SSE Arena on Saturday night. The National Union of Students (NUS) has called on Home Secretary Theresa May to stop the " callous and inhumane" deportation of a Welsh student. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has lost its appeal against a damages claim brought by a loyalist. UKIP is "at a crossroads" and needs to be "radical" to become "relevant", donor Arron Banks has said. Sale Sharks have signed Scotland forward Josh Strauss from Glasgow Warriors on a two-year deal. Southend United manager Phil Brown says he will appeal against the red card he received in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Gillingham. The brother of a British man found dead in Thailand has said he is "devastated" by his death. Plans for a garden village in Surrey have been unveiled. A man accused of shooting dead an Indian man in the US state of Kansas has appeared in court. Former Northern Ireland Secretary Lord Alderdice has called on Theresa May not to view the issue of the border as if she is still home secretary. Former Rangers captain Barry Ferguson says he does not want the job on a permanent basis. David Haye and Tony Bellew have clashed at a press conference ahead of Saturday's heavyweight fight. Lifeguards are to be present at a beach where seven men drowned last year. Militants have attacked a police station in the southern Afghan province of Helmand. Private clinics should do more to help women decide whether to carry a baby with Down's disease, a report says. US President Donald Trump has said he believes his predecessor Barack Obama is behind leaks. (Close): Shares in Bank of England fell more than 10% after it warned of a fall in full-year profits. A former soldier from Carmarthenshire has written a series of children's books about the Falklands War. NHS bosses have been ordered to apologise after a woman died after being refused admission to an intensive care unit. Former Rangers and Northern Ireland midfielder Dean Shiels has signed for NASL side FC Edmonton. The Red Cross has warned that Yemen's "day will come very soon". A County Tyrone man who admitted causing the death of a woman in a head-on crash has been jailed for three years. Keighley Cougars have complained to the Rugby Football League after one of their players was bitten during a Challenge Cup match against Fryston Warriors. A man has been jailed for seven-and-a-half years for attempting to murder a father-of-two. Kurtley Beale scored two tries as Wasps eased to victory over Bath at the Ricoh Arena. A man who had his car stolen says police have closed their investigation. Drugs used to treat osteoporosis may increase the risk of fractures, a study in the journal Science suggests. US President Donald Trump's proposed cuts to foreign aid would be a "disaster", Republican senators have said. A primary school which has been closed for more than a week is to reopen. Irn Bru maker AG Barr has announced plans to reduce the sugar content of its drinks by the end of this year. Dundee's American owner has confirmed plans to build a new stadium in the city. Bournemouth goalkeeper Piotr Boruc has announced his retirement from international football. Sale Sharks pair Tom and Tom have signed new two-and-a-half-year contracts with the Premiership club. Two of Wales' most famous dragons have arrived at Caernarfon Castle. Scottish hospitals have been criticised for spending more than £1m per day on food and drink. Chesterfield's director of football Paul Turner has left the League One club by mutual consent. The chief executive of Greater Manchester City Council has been suspended over allegations of "failures to act appropriately". Patients from outside the UK could be charged for their NHS treatment, the health secretary has said. The captain of a ship at Belfast Harbour has been fined for being over the drink-drive limit. Geologists have published a list of 200 new Earth-like minerals. Police forces in England and Wales are rationing the response to calls, inspectors have warned. England all-rounder Ben Stokes says he will "take maybe a step back" when he plays West Indies in the first one-day international in Barbados on Wednesday. The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) should "get stronger" to regulate corporate governance, Lord Myners has said. Kent chairman John Kennedy is to step down at the end of the season. German police have arrested a suspected al-Qaeda fighter in Syria. A group of Romanian diners left a restaurant in the Spanish capital, Madrid, in a stampede, the restaurant's owner has said. Exeter Chiefs trio Alex Horstmann, Julian Salvi and Josh Atkins have signed new contracts with the Premiership club. England number eight Billy Vunipola could return from injury in time for the Six Nations. Muslims in the US have pledged their support in the wake of recent anti-Semitic threats. The last woolly mammoths living in the wild may have died from a "genomic meltdown" in their DNA. Scunthorpe United chief executive Peter Swann has urged fans to "get behind" the club and not panic. A village pub has been named the UK's Community Pub of the Year. Councillors have approved plans to build 200 new homes in Glasgow's Govanhill area. US Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke has been taken on horseback on his first day in office. Cardiff Devils defenceman Corey Kelman says he does not feel bad for Sheffield Steelers in Sunday's Challenge Cup final. Wales striker Sam Vokes says they can take confidence from their recent form in Saturday's World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland. The two accountants who handed the wrong envelope to the presenters at the Oscars have been given protection. Hibernian extended their lead at the top of the Championship with victory over 10-man Dundee United. One in five young people in England is homeless. Hundreds of people have attended the funeral of a police officer who appeared on a TV show. An RAF pilot who caused a nosedive after his camera was pushed into the cockpit has been given a six-month suspended prison sentence. It's a busy week in the House of Lords. A warrant has been issued for footballer Leigh Snodgrass to appear in court in Glasgow. It's one of the most famous images in the world. Scotland's Scott Jamieson and Sweden's Alexander Bjork are two shots off the lead after two rounds of the Tshwane Open. A North Korean man arrested in Malaysia in connection with the death of Kim Jong-nam has accused the country of using coercion. Wycombe goalkeeper Luke Blackman saved a late penalty as his side held Blackpool to a goalless draw at Adams Park. Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson is to visit Moscow in the coming weeks, the Foreign Office has said. A bubble tea chain has said it will pay staff the minimum wage after a row over its training contract. Bank staff in the UK are to be trained in a bid to stop customers being conned out of thousands of pounds. Reaction to the election in Northern Ireland. Hundreds of people have attended a memorial to a free-runner who died after falling from a roof in Paris. Former Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh says he is "very pleased" with the results of his coaching job at Dutch club Fortuna Sittard. 30 years ago, the Zeebrugge ferry arrived in the Belgian port of Zeebrugge. Craig Shakespeare's future as Leicester manager is "almost out of order", says former Foxes defender Martin Keown. A report into the killing of a man at a supported housing hostel in Newport has been published. The M1 was closed after a Jet2 plane made an emergency landing. The parents of a teenage girl who died while on a day trip have launched a safety campaign. The European Judo Championships will be held in the West Midlands for the first time in five years. A woman has been raped after being forced to run across a road with a child in a car. Turkey's president has accused Germany of "Nazi practices". Israel's cabinet has voted to decriminalise the use of marijuana. Police in the western Indian state of Maharashtra have arrested a doctor after 16 aborted foetuses were found in a drain. A breast cancer patient has called for a new treatment to be made available on the NHS in Scotland. TalkTalk customers are being conned out of thousands of pounds by fraudsters in India, according to whistleblowers. Scotland's Laura Adderley has won the Scottish National Squash Championships in Edinburgh. Lichfield have been left out of the Rugby Football Union's new Women's Super Rugby competition. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murdering a schoolgirl more than 50 years ago. Footage has been released of the moment a van was set on fire outside a hotel. A woman has died in a house fire in the Highlands. Geraint Thomas and Peter Kennaugh have backed Team Sky boss Sir Dave Brailsford. Scotland's deputy first minister is to update parliament on the next steps in the Named Person Act. Luke Hall, brother of Olympic taekwondo champion Jade, has been named in Great Britain's taekwondo squad. For the first time since the Autumn Statement, the Treasury is preparing for the worst. A Florida mother who was cleared of murdering her two-year-old daughter has spoken for the first time since she was found guilty. German police are searching for a teenager suspected of murdering a 15-year-old boy after he was caught on the dark web. Plans to centralise Welsh-medium education at a Powys school have been put on hold. Shares in bookmaker Paddy Power fell more than 5% after it reported a rise in full-year profits. A man has been arrested in connection with an alleged robbery in Ballymena, County Antrim. All images are copyrighted. Nintendo has denied reports that some of its new Switch consoles have dead pixels in the middle of the screen. The Russian Orthodox Church has denied claims by a senior prosecutor that a bronze bust of the last tsar was stained by holy saints. The proportion of school leavers in Scotland going on to a "positive destination" has reached a record high, according to new figures. Cornish Pirates have criticised the decision to scrap the Championship play-offs. Travellers have set up a site near the Dale Farm traveller site in Essex. French centre-right presidential candidate Francois Fillon has pulled out of the race after a rally in Paris on Sunday. Seven people have gone on trial in eastern Germany accused of carrying out bomb attacks on asylum-seekers. Chinese telecom giant ZTE has pleaded guilty to violating US export rules. Aggreko, the Glasgow-based temporary power provider, has reported a sharp fall in annual profits. Barbara Howe is one of the world's most influential women. An Indian doctor has been found guilty of posing as a junior doctor in Australia. At least 12 people have been killed in an attack on a hospital in the Afghan capital, Kabul, officials say. The Irish foreign minister has said there is a willingness on all sides in talks to restore power-sharing in Northern Ireland. Daniel Radcliffe has said he is "one of the least educated people on Shakespeare and Hamlet". South Africa has cancelled its plan to pull out of the International Criminal Court (ICC). Plans for a new bridge on the A90 have been unveiled. Jockey George Hill has been discharged from hospital after suffering serious head injuries in a fall in Switzerland. Munster have been cleared of wrongdoing by the Rugby Football Union's Concussion Management Review Group for allowing Conor Murray to play on after a head injury. Tomas Francis says he is relieved to be retained for Wales' Six Nations match against Wales. Ireland suffered a seven-wicket defeat by Afghanistan in the first Twenty20 international in India. Mali midfielder Mamadou Bissouma has signed a new three-and-a-half-year contract with Lille. A paedophile who was sacked for sexually abusing a boy was not approved as a foster carer, a report has revealed. The chancellor has announced an extra £1bn for social care in England. David Haye says he will "happily pay and take whatever punishment" if he faces a fine from the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) following his defeat by Tony Bellew. Air pollution is one of the biggest health problems in the world. A woman has found the final piece of treasure hidden in a Lincolnshire town. Hawaii has filed a fresh legal challenge against President Donald Trump's new travel ban. One in 10 people globally has hearing loss, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The number of dog attacks in Wales has more than doubled in the past year, according to new figures. Scotland's first amputee football league is being held in Edinburgh next month. Swansea City boss Paul Clement says striker Fernando Llorente is the best striker in the Premier League. A humpback whale has been spotted off the west coast of Scotland. Wikileaks has said that it will publish further details of the CIA's cyber-weapons programme. The number of people being held at Brook House immigration removal centre has more than doubled in a year, a report has found. World Snooker has voted in favour of the Shoot Out as a ranking event. Barcelona midfielder Serge Rabakitic has agreed a new five-and-a-half-year contract with the Spanish champions. Katie O'Neill has been given the go-ahead to run for the first time since she was diagnosed with epilepsy. More than 800 babies died at a mother-and-baby home in the Republic of Ireland, the environment minister has said. The chief executive of Powys council has lost his appeal against his suspension. The Archbishop of Ireland, Eamon Martin, has called for an apology from the Catholic Church. Volunteers are being sought to help run an Iron Age village in Pembrokeshire. Amal Clooney, the wife of George Clooney, has called on the UN to investigate atrocities committed by Islamic State (IS) in Iraq. Drugs with an estimated street value of £1m have been seized in two raids in County Donegal. The Scottish Police Authority (SPA) has said it is concerned about the closure of a control centre in Aberdeen. Newport County chairman Peter Foxall says the decision to sack manager Graham Westley was the "right thing" for the club. Google has developed a system that removes Captcha checks from websites. 20mph zones in Manchester have "not fallen as quickly as initially hoped", a report has found. Yeovil Town Ladies striker Natasha Heatherson has signed a new one-year contract with the Women's Super League One club. A man accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend waved to her, a court has heard. England's record-breaking streak in the Six Nations has been confirmed. Mae l adroddiadau mae'r tn bellach o dan reolaeth ond nid yw'n iliabosib i'r criwiau ddweud. Danny Hylton's second-half header rescued a point for Luton against Exeter at Kenilworth Road. West Brom have no new injury or suspension worries ahead of the FA Cup semi-final against Arsenal. Ayr United moved off the bottom of the Championship with victory at Dunfermline. Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane says his side must "fight for" in the second leg of their African Champions League tie against Kampala City. Kris Meeke survived a late crash to win his third World Rally Championship victory of the season in Spain. Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock says he is concerned about his side's late goals. Great Britain's Jack Burnell won gold in the men's 100m freestyle at the British Swimming Championships in London. Disney is one of the world’s most famous companies. Manchester City have no new injury or suspension worries ahead of the visit of Liverpool. A man has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car in Cardiff. Britain's Simon Yates finished second as Peter Sagan won stage five of the Giro d'Italia. Health and social care services in England and Wales are "unable to cope", the Law Commission has said. HSBC has appointed AIA chief executive Paul Tucker as its new chairman. Parents in Australia are being urged to make their children vaccinated. Canada's Adam Hadwin won his first PGA Tour title with a one-shot victory at the Canadian Open. A man has been taken to hospital after being stabbed in Liverpool. Spencer Spencer has been crowned the winner of The Jump. Britain's Chris Froome has apologised for the way Team Sky has been portrayed by the media. People in the north east of Scotland have been reacting to the mistaken for a UFO. "I grew up in the 1970s and 1980s," says Prof Paul Benton. It's a big day for Scotland. Championship strugglers Wigan Athletic have sacked manager Warren Joyce. The release of Disney's live-action remake of Beauty and the Beast has been delayed in Malaysia. Syrian government forces have begun the evacuation of the last rebel-held district of the city of Homs. A man accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend whispered in her ear "she will pay for what she's done", a court has heard. Gordon Strachan says Scotland must beat Slovenia to keep alive their hopes of qualifying for the 2018 World Cup. Leicester City's players say they would "love" to see Craig Shakespeare get the job long term as manager. Former Wales scrum-half Mike Phillips says he is "massively surprised" by the proposed merger of Racing 92 and Stade Francais. Mae cyngor mae nifer y disgyblion sy'n astudio trwy'r Gymraeg yn Aberhonddu. A prison officer has been attacked with a razor in County Antrim. The direct air service between Dundee and London Stansted has been secured for a further two years. Ollie Norburn scored a late winner as Macclesfield came from behind to beat Chester. Guiseley missed the chance to go top of the table as they were held to a draw at Gateshead. Australia's opposition leader has called for a four-day working week. Chelsea and Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho had to be separated at Stamford Bridge. A film about the life of a Tibetan monk who was murdered in China has been premiered in Dumfries. UKIP's biggest donor has claimed he has been suspended from the party. Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has been criticised by the auditor general for awarding contracts to a sawmill operator. Scotland will vote on independence in a referendum on 26 September. Snoop Dogg has been criticised for shooting Donald Trump in a video. Mae arweinydd Plaid Cymru wedi i Nicola Sturgeon gadarnhau y byddai'n ceisio am ail refferendwm ar annibyniaeth i'r Alban. Jockey AP McCoy has been honoured with a statue at the Cheltenham Festival. Labour and the Liberal Democrats have clashed in the House of Lords over Brexit. The parents of a couple who died of cancer have spoken of their "horrifying" death. Ben Murdoch-Masila scored two tries as Salford came from behind to beat Castleford Tigers. The family of a murdered man whose organs were kept by a police force for 23 years have said they are "suffering". A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a child was found dead at a cottage in Oxfordshire. Martin Canning believes Pedro Caixinha will "put his own stamp" on Rangers on Saturday. A fox cub has been rescued after being found abandoned in a field in Aberdeen. lifeboats have been called out after reports of a man falling into the River Tay in Broughty Ferry. Goodwin says he has benefited from taking himself out of the playing side of Alloa Athletic. Africa's Under-20 World Cup winners have been drawn in the same group as hosts Argentina. The US Department of Justice ( DOJ) has charged five Russian nationals in connection with a massive data breach at Yahoo in 2014. The mother of a man who died after being hit by a car has paid tribute to her son. A man found dead at a house has been named by police. NHS bosses in England are to limit the number of patients that can be given a new drug at £20m a year. India's railway ministry has been praised for helping a mother whose baby was born in a taxi. Toyota has announced plans to invest £1bn in its UK plant over the next five years. Exeter Chiefs have signed New Zealand lock Nic White on a two-and-a-half-year deal, while Jersey captain Josh Freeman is set to join. The head of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has apologised for comparing Russian athletes to the Holocaust. A corn snake has been rescued after being found in a van in Cardiff. Leicester Tigers forwards coach Marc Murphy says the Anglo-Welsh Cup can be the "catalyst to kick" in the Premiership. A man has been jailed for eight years for causing the deaths of two men by dangerous driving. Dozens of people have been injured in an explosion on Mount Etna in Italy, a BBC reporter has said. A new outdoor garden has been opened at a children's hospital in Cardiff. England women retained their Women's Six Nations title with a bonus-point win over Ireland in Dublin. Cornish Pirates fly-half Laurence Pope, fly-half Tom May and fly-half Laurence Moyle have signed new two-year contracts with the club. Pirates who seized a oil tanker off the coast of Somalia have freed the crew, officials say. Conor O'Donoghue scored a hat-trick as Ireland beat Poland 4-2 to reach the semi-finals of World League 2. One of Andy Warhol's most famous portraits of Chairman Mao is to be sold at auction in Hong Kong. Chelsea's FA Cup semi-final against Tottenham at Wembley will be shown live on BBC One. Cardiff City defender Sean Morrison says the team must improve if they are to avoid relegation from the Championship. A man who was given a suspended jail sentence for lending more than £300,000 to vulnerable people has repaid the money. Mae'r heddlu a bu farw'n ddiweddarach gan yr heddlu a bu farw'n ddiweddarach. A police officer who entered a hostel where a woman was stabbed to death has told an inquest it was "like something you see on TV". A man has been arrested after an armed siege at a bank in Birmingham. Nineteen West Midlands Police officers have been found to have a case to answer for misconduct following the death of a woman. Mae Gymdeithas Gofal Cartref Prydain wedi dweud bod yn rhaid i awdurdodau lleol gael gael gael gael gael gael gael gael gael gael gael gael gael gael gael gael Ireland suffered a 72-run defeat by Afghanistan in the second one-day international. Swansea City manager Paul Clement says his side must respond "quick" to Saturday's 4-0 Premier League defeat by Bournemouth. Three men have been jailed for trying to smuggle 20 people into the UK in a lorry. Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock says Kenneth Zohore has been a "waste of time" in the Championship. A police community support officer (PCSO) and a police community support officer (PCSO) have been jailed for misconduct in a public office. (Close): Wall Street markets closed little changed on Wednesday as investors assessed the latest batch of corporate results. Work has started on a £1m master plan to regenerate Fishguard town centre. A male eagle has made himself "well and truly home" in a Perthshire nest. Ken Owens has a reputation for being the "super sub" of rugby. Conor Thomas scored a stoppage-time winner as Swindon beat Millwall at the County Ground. Leyton Orient's League Two play-off hopes suffered a blow as they were beaten at Crawley. Stevenage missed the chance to go top of League Two as they were held to a goalless draw at Cambridge. Mansfield maintained their unbeaten start to the League Two season with victory at Morecambe. Frankie Raymond scored a late winner as Dagenham beat York at Victoria Road. Kieron Cadogan scored twice as Sutton eased to victory over North Ferriby at Gander Green Lane. Police searching for the remains of a schoolgirl who went missing more than 60 years ago have identified five objects. Great Britain's Jenny Cheshire says she is "over all of her head injuries" after finishing in the women's slopestyle final at the World Cup. England's Tyrrell Hatton and Matthew Fitzpatrick are three shots off the lead after two rounds of the Arnold Palmer Invitational in Florida. Two women have been rescued after getting lost on a cliff in Dumfries and Galloway. The search for three Irish coastguard crew missing after a helicopter crash off the coast of County Galway has resumed. A giant moon has been hung in the University of Bristol's Great Hall. Ryan Rowland scored five points as Armagh came from behind to beat Louth 3-19 to 0-13 in Division Three of the Football League. The Queen's Speech will leave "very little space" for non-Brexit legislation, the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFG) has warned. An unexploded World War Two device has been found on a beach in Gwynedd, Dyfed-Powys Police has said. Plans for a underground museum on the site of the Jurassica theme park have been given a £1m boost. Prime Minister Theresa May has been urged to "listen" to other administrations after Brexit, the first minister has said. In our series of letters from African journalists, Yousra Elbagir looks at the history of oral poetry in Sudan. Former England striker Shaun Wright is close to buying a stake in non-league Billericay Town, according to the club's chairman. A man has been cleared of raping a student who later took her own life. Ulster have appointed Dave Clarke as their new forwards coach. Patients at Bracknell Hospital are to be asked for their views on the services they receive. George Clooney has surprised a 92-year-old woman at a care home with flowers and a card. It's been a busy week for the EU. venom from venomous spiders could be used to reduce the effects of stroke, research suggests. An inquest into the death of a toddler who was left in a car by his mother has been opened and adjourned. Cole Stockton's second-half header gave Tranmere victory over Dover at Prenton Park. Ivanka Trump, the daughter of US President Donald Trump, is to become a White House employee. An eight-year-old girl has asked a council to make a disabled swing for her brother at a new play park. The Woodland Trust is calling for more trees in the UK. Katherine Houvenaghel says British Cycling has "fallen short" in its commitment to athlete welfare. Merseyrail workers are to stage a strike on 1 April, the RMT union has said. A terminally ill man has launched a legal challenge to the law on assisted dying in England and Wales. Exeter Chiefs came from behind to beat Sale Sharks in the Premiership. Christian Wade scored a hat-trick as Premiership leaders Wasps beat Worcester Warriors at the Ricoh Arena. Chris Ashton scored two tries as Saracens thrashed Bath at Allianz Park. The number of drug users in Wrexham has increased in the last decade, according to police. The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) has accused Cameroon of forcibly returning thousands of refugees to Nigeria. A new all-new car factory is being opened in the West Midlands. Mae goeden Bwylaidd 1,400 oed yn Wisniowa yng Ngwlad Pwyl. US intelligence has foiled a plot to bring down a US-bound airliner, US officials say. A man has been charged with murder after a man was stabbed to death in Essex. Dozens of cakes were thrown at a wedding party after "lots of damage", police have said. US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has revealed he turned down the chance to be President Donald Trump's secretary of state. A raccoon has been rescued from the roof of a house. A crowdfund campaign to build a statue of David Bowie has failed to reach its target. The mother of a Chicago girl who was allegedly sexually assaulted and livestreamed on Facebook says she has been threatened. St Peter's of Derry were beaten by St Mary's of Derry in the semi-finals of the Hogan Cup. A man has been found guilty of murdering his ex-girlfriend. Harlow is celebrating its 70th birthday. Members of JogScotland have said they are "devastated" by the Scottish government's decision to pull the initiative's funding. Israeli police are investigating a video which appears to show a policeman headbutts a Palestinian. Police investigating the Westminster terror attack have carried out a search of a house in Carmarthenshire. All photographs by Joseph Fox. One of the world's most important coral reefs has been severely damaged by global warming, scientists say. The Taliban have captured Sangin district in the southern Afghan province of Helmand. Chris Andrew's late try gave Ulster victory over Newport Gwent Dragons at Rodney Parade. Abertay University in Dundee has been named the best in the world for its computer games development courses. A man has been found guilty of the manslaughter of a woman who was crushed to death by falling window frames. Mark McGhee has urged Scotland fans to turn out for Sunday's World Cup qualifier against Slovenia. West Ham defender Diafra Sakho will miss the rest of the season after undergoing back surgery. BBC News takes a look at some of the key stories of the year. A chemistry teacher who sent "creepy" messages to two teenage girls has been banned from the profession. Police investigating the rape of a woman in Renfrewshire have released CCTV images of three men they want to trace. Russian President Vladimir Putin has held talks with far-right French presidential candidate Marine Le Pen in Moscow. An Indian MP from the western state of Maharashtra has been banned from all flights after he slapped a duty manager on a flight. A bid to run a hospital's fertility unit will not be re-tendered, a council has said. Work to improve the A9 at Berriedale Braes has begun, the Scottish government has said. Security at the Palace of Westminster is to be reviewed following the killing of a police officer. Six North Sea workers have claimed they were exposed to radioactive material for hours at a time. Councils in Wales could be required to stream their meetings under plans being considered by the Welsh Government. Four health boards in Wales are facing "unacceptable" financial challenges, the Welsh Government has said. Gillingham chief executive Paul Scally says the club's plans to build a new stadium "fit for purpose". Pro12 leaders Leinster came from behind to beat Cardiff Blues at the RDS. Tesco has apologised after using an image of a farmer pulling carrots on an organic farm. A man who killed a woman in a Caerphilly county hotel was "very capable" of carrying out threats, an inquest has heard. Tributes have been paid to a woman who died in a two-car crash. Seven-time world champion Stephen Hendry has been knocked out of the World Championship in the first round by England's Scott Lines. US President Donald Trump's healthcare bill has been withdrawn from a vote in the House of Representatives. Leicester's top scorer, Riyad Berahino, is a doubt for the visit of Stoke. A lifeboat station has become the first in Wales to use a camera to monitor sea conditions. Talks aimed at resolving a long-running dispute over teaching assistants in County Durham have been described as "positive progress". The leader of one of the UK's largest Muslim communities has called on Muslims to "stand up against all forms of oppression, hatred and hatred". Pret has said it will pay for teenagers to shadow its team for a week. Josh Taylor says his Commonwealth super-lightweight title win over France's Jean-Pierre Joubert at Glasgow's Braehead Arena was a success. England's Laura Massaro and Sarah-Jane Perry are through to the final of the British Open. Wales are "more than capable" of qualifying for Euro 2016, says defender Chris Gunter. Celtic striker Leigh Griffiths will make his Scotland debut in Sunday's World Cup qualifier against Slovenia. Rachid El Amrani has resigned as secretary general of the Confederation of African Football (Caf). A man who accidentally left his tools at a cat charity shop has been offered £100 for his story. A Henry Moore sculpture is to return to London after more than 20 years. Plans have been unveiled for a 200m-high chimney in Southampton. Portraits of some of the UK's most famous people are to go on display in Hull. Millwall boosted their League One play-off hopes with victory at Shrewsbury. Steven Craig has signed a new two-and-a-half-year contract with St Johnstone. A £39m deal to buy timber in Wales was a "commercial matter", the environment secretary has said. All images are copyrighted. Wigan's Championship survival hopes suffered a blow as they were beaten at Ipswich. Emoji flags for Wales, Scotland and the UK have been approved. It's that time of year again. Irn Bru maker AG Barr has reported a rise in annual profits, despite a "volatile and uncertain market conditions". Monday's papers feature the story of a Portadown man who was stopped on his way back from a Bulgarian holiday. David Tennant has revealed that he "chickened out" a line in a new play in London. A 25-year-old man has been jailed for two-and-a-half years for fraudulently registering more than 1,000 births. A port in the Highlands is being used for the construction of a major offshore wind farm. Google Home is to be available in the UK for the first time. Burglars have targeted a memorial to Bomber Command for the second time in a month. The University of Oxford is to create a new range of portraits of people in its public places. Gloucester came from behind to beat Cardiff Blues and reach the European Challenge Cup quarter-finals. It's that time of year again. It's that time of year again when people buy Easter eggs. Toshiba has said it is filing for the bankruptcy of its US nuclear business. A property tycoon is being investigated by the Equality and Human Rights Commission over comments he made about black people. conservationists have said they are "disappointed" by a draft report on Wales' national parks. Huddersfield Town moved up to third in the Championship with a comfortable win over Norwich City. It's that time of year again. Police officers in Powys are to be fitted with body-worn cameras. Virgin Media has revised its figures for the number of homes and businesses connected to superfast broadband. Here is the full text of Prime Minister Theresa May's letter to European Council President Donald Tusk. Worcester Warriors hooker Tom Bower has signed a new contract with the Premiership club. Check out this incredible stunt! The line-up for this year's Glastonbury Festival has been announced. A mother accused of killing her two-year-old son in a bath has told a court she was "stupid" for not going upstairs. Rail operator Arriva Trains Wales has announced plans to add more trains to Cardiff Central. Three Mexican journalists have been killed in recent weeks. Theresa May's letter to European Council President Donald Tusk outlining the UK's exit from the EU has been criticised by the first minister. Scotland's Natasha Brace will make her professional debut at London's O2 Arena on Saturday. Glenavon have been given a three-match ban by the Irish Premiership's disciplinary committee for failing to control their players in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Dungannon Swifts. A man has denied owning a dog which killed a man. Julie and Shannon are sitting in the living room of their home in Greater Manchester. Swedish fashion giant H&M is to launch a new brand in London. A former GP who was jailed for falsifying clinical trials is to have his name removed from the medical register. Mae Llywodraeth Cymru wedi dweud y bydd miloedd o ddeddfau'r UE yn cael eu diddymu neu eu holynu. The bodies of five people on board a helicopter have been found in Snowdonia, police have said. Red Bull's performance in the Australian Grand Prix was one of the worst in Formula 1 history. Former England all-rounder James Taylor and former Northamptonshire batsman David Sales have joined the county's coaching staff. Wales' first professional body has been set up to regulate non-formal and in-work education. Chelsea Ladies goalkeeper Jess Lindahl has signed a new two-year contract with the Women's Super League One club. A "disturbing" paedophile who chatted about raping a baby has been jailed. A man has died following a two-car crash in Monmouthshire. Latin American countries have condemned Venezuela's Supreme Court's decision to strip the opposition-controlled National Assembly of its powers. 14-year-old Ruweyda is one of the youngest girls in the UK. The body of Kim Jong-nam, the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, has arrived back in North Korea. A rare 19th Century pad has been appraised by experts as part of the BBC's Antiques Roadshow. Children's services in Birmingham have been rated "good" by the Care Quality Commission. A multi-million pound project to assess the impact of climate change on Welsh islands has been launched. The European Council's president has rejected the prime minister's call for a transitional Brexit deal. UK Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon has called on Nato members to "shoulder a fairer share" on defence. A man has been found guilty of attacking Crystal Palace's mascot, Kayla the Eagle. British amateur Scott Gregory has been using YouTube to help him prepare for the Masters. A man who set fire to his sister's home has been jailed for life. Championship side Cornish Pirates have signed loose-head prop George Taft on a two-year deal. The government's decision to cut benefits to the first two children could lead to poverty, say researchers. A Conservative MP's chief of staff has appeared in court charged with rape. Niger has begun legal action against the government over a uranium deal. Four men have admitted assaulting and robbing two cousins during a robbery at a flat in Fife. Mental health campaigners have criticised Kasabian's new video featuring people pretending to be psychiatric inpatients. The number of people prosecuted for drink-driving has fallen sharply in the past five years, according to new figures. European leagues have ended their agreement to allow domestic matches to be played on the same night as European games. Royal Mail has apologised to a man who found a parcel in the loo. The British Beard Club is holding its annual meeting in Dover. Partick Thistle secured their place in the Premiership with victory over Motherwell at Fir Park. Inverness Caledonian Thistle's Premiership survival hopes suffered a major blow as they were comprehensively beaten by St Johnstone. A man is in a critical condition in hospital after being attacked with a hammer. St Johnstone manager Tommy Wright says he will be "severely hard" on players Danny Swanson and Liam Foster after an incident in the 1-1 draw with Hamilton. A British backpacker has died after falling from a train in Thailand, police have said. Rangers came from behind to beat Aberdeen at Pittodrie. World Superbike champion Jonathan Rea missed out on victory in race two at Aragon as Chaz Davies won the second race of the season. A search for a kayaker off the coast of County Down has been called off. Former Hampshire captain Michael Carberry scored his first century since being diagnosed with cancer last year. China is one of the world's most unaffordable property markets. Vladimir Putin met the leader of France's far-right National Front, Marine Le Pen. In our series of letters from African journalists, Mathew Nyaungwa reflects on his work as a diamond miner. The CIA's hacking tools have been released by Wikileaks. DNA tests have led to the birth of three ewes stolen from a Powys farmer. The Welsh Green Party has launched its manifesto for the local elections in May. One of the UK's biggest tour companies is to stop offering tours to traditional zoos. Peterborough United manager Grant McCann says James Maddison is one of the best in League One. Former world champion Mark Williams will play in the qualifying rounds of the World Championship. A man who bombarded his ex-partner with abusive messages and hired two men to set fire to her car has been jailed for eight years. South Africa's President Jacob Zuma has been under fire for the sacking of Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan. Edin Dzeko scored a hat-trick as Roma eased to victory at Bologna. The government's promised 30 hours of free childcare could force nurseries to close, a survey suggests. A boy with severe brain damage is to receive a £2.3m payout from the NHS and ambulance service. Citizens Advice has called on the regulator to introduce a mandatory time limit for back bills for energy used more than 12 months. A heavy gambler murdered his friend and dismembered his body in a suitcase as a solution to his financial problems, a court has heard. Motherwell striker Katrina Grant has backed the appointment of Shelley Kerr as Scotland's new head coach. The minimum price for alcohol in Scotland should be introduced nationwide, a House of Lords committee has said. Human bones have been found by police investigating the disappearance of Anne Tiffney. German cosmetics firm Nivea has apologised for a Facebook post which was criticised as racist. Staff at a Lincolnshire primary school are being offered a 'duvet day' to help recruit and retain staff. A man who posted "vile, aggressive sexual fantasies" images of women online has been jailed for two years. The impact of a vaccine on cervical cancer has been "overwhelming", according to new research. James Corden's The Late Late Show is to broadcast three episodes in London next year. One of President Donald Trump's closest advisers has denied allegations that she asked the intelligence community to provide the names of Trump officials. Mae Heddlu Gogledd Cymru wedi cael eu gwagio rhag ofn gan fod mwg trwchus o gwmpas y lle. The prime minister has said she is "very conscious" of plans to tackle air pollution. At least six people have been killed in an explosion at a gas factory in Portugal, officials say. England's Chris Woakes, Ben Duckett and Middlesex's Toby Roland-Jones have been named the world's leading cricketer of 2016. Iceland's government has presented a bill that would ban discrimination in the workplace. A conservation charity has launched a £2m fundraising campaign to create a national marine centre for Scotland. An investigation has been launched after a six-year-old boy was left alone on a bus in Powys for the third time in a year. A female osprey has begun incubating an egg at the Loch of the Lowes nature reserve in Perthshire. Lloyds Banking Group has announced the closure of more than 100 branches across the UK. A breast surgeon accused of carrying out unnecessary operations has told a court he did not intentionally scare patients. A man has been jailed for life for murdering a man in a street attack. UKIP AM Mark Reckless is set to join the Conservatives in the Welsh Assembly. Great Britain's women suffered a 3-2 defeat by North Korea at the Hockey World League semi-finals in Johannesburg. Former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum has returned to Middlesex as a coach. Swansea City manager Paul Clement says his side are "heart-breaking" in their bid to avoid Premier League relegation. The number of people smoking daily in the world has fallen by more than a third in the past 25 years, a study suggests. It's been a busy week for Northern Ireland's newspapers. A California woman accused of plotting to kill her boyfriend has been released on bail of more than $10m (£6m). Tinie Tempah's studio is a hive of activity. An Israeli soldier has been killed and another injured in a car crash in the occupied West Bank. Brian Matthew was one of the UK's best-known radio presenters. Former US President Barack Obama is to speak at a charity dinner in Edinburgh next month. A new park and ride service is to be introduced at a south Wales hospital after a traffic management system was introduced. Microsoft has revealed details of its next-generation Xbox One console, Project Scorpio. Middlesbrough defender Steve Agnew says his side were "naive" in their 4-2 defeat by Hull City. Two brothers have appeared in court charged with terrorism offences. Mae'r lluniau a lluniau a darganfod p-wy sydd yn l i'r l l. Lewis Hamilton says the new Formula 1 season will be "exciting". A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in County Londonderry on suspicion of drugs offences. The father of missing airman Corrie Mckeague has said he is "heartbroken" to find his son. Parents will have to seek permission from their school and head-teacher to take their children on holiday during a school term. Four London councils have spent more than £1m on legal action against Heathrow Airport's third runway. World number one Dustin Johnson has withdrawn from the US Open because of a back injury. Glamorgan have signed Middlesex's Harry Podmore on loan until the end of the season. A former drug cartel pilot who attacked a squatter with an axe in his flat has been jailed. Reducing the Six Nations to six weeks would be a "dangerous road to go down", says Wales chief executive Jonathan Davies. American Charley Hoffman took a four-shot lead after the first round of the Masters at Augusta. Uruguayans will be able to buy marijuana for the first time in July, the government says. Bristol City defender Zlatan Ibrahimovic is a doubt for Friday's Championship game against QPR. Mickey Demetriou's second-half free-kick gave Newport County victory over Yeovil Town. Maxime Biamou scored a hat-trick as Sutton eased to victory over Gateshead at Gander Green Lane. A £46.4m project to build a bridge across the River Thames in central London has been scrapped, a review has found. In the wake of a chemical weapons attack in Syria last week, President Donald Trump launched a scathing attack on his predecessor. UK industrial output fell in February, according to official figures. A three-year-old boy has died on a farm in Maguiresbridge, County Fermanagh. Mae Euro 2016 wedi dweud ei fagu ym Modffordd ac mae pl-droed yn yr UDA, Mecsico Newydd. Police were justified in shooting at five men who blew up cash machines outside a McDonald's in Carnoustie, a report has found. A lifeboat station has been declared off after a "serious breakdown" in its relationship with the charity. Premier League clubs spent a record £1.3bn on agents' fees in the 2016-17 season. Somalia's militant Islamist group al-Shabab has rejected an amnesty offer by President Mohamed Farmajo. Human remains found in East Lothian have been confirmed as those of missing woman Louise Tiffney. Two people have been arrested following an incident in Wrexham city centre. The Scottish SPCA has issued a warning after the death of a cat in Aberdeen. John Lewis's Edinburgh store has opened its doors to the public as part of a multi-million pound refurbishment. Thousands of people are expected to take part in the Grand National on Saturday. In the wake of a suspected chemical weapons attack on a rebel-held town in northern Syria, Russia's President Vladimir Putin has been given a piece of advice. Southend has offered to offer a free night to Paul O'Grady after he was reported to have called the town a "shit hole". Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his side were "not good enough" to challenge for the Premier League title this season. The families of two men who took their own lives at a prison have launched a High Court challenge. Women's Super League One side Orlando City have signed former World Cup winner Marta. Sergio Garcia is two shots behind leader Charley Hoffman and Thomas Pieters after two rounds of the Masters at Augusta. Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley's legal action against Rangers has been given the go-ahead by a judge. Democratic Republic of Congo's President Joseph Kabila has appointed opposition leader Joseph Tshibala as interim leader. Double Olympic champion Nicola Adams says she has joined forces with former world champion Virgil Ward. A police training centre has been opened to the public for the first time. Leicester City have signed striker Craig Gordon from Championship side Stafford on loan. Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes deserves "enormous credit" for his achievements in the last two seasons, says former Aberdeen midfielder Stephen Thompson. North Korea has condemned a US missile strike on a Syrian airbase, state media report. Manchester United have no new injury or suspension worries ahead of the visit of Chelsea. Russia has accused Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson of being "forced into a dead end" by the UK. A protected bird of prey has been shot dead in Bedfordshire. Campaigners for the UK to leave the European Union have called for a five-year freeze on unskilled migrants. Derek McInnes believes Aberdeen can finish second in the Scottish Premiership after Sunday's 3-0 defeat by Rangers. Lyon's Europa League match against Besiktas was postponed because of crowd trouble. Leeds' play-off hopes suffered a blow as they were beaten by Wolves at Elland Road. Blackburn's Championship survival hopes suffered a blow as they came from behind to draw with Bristol City. Exeter missed the chance to go top of League Two as they were beaten at Cambridge. Dundee Stars head coach Marc LeFebvre says he is proud of his side's performance at the Elite League play-offs. Police are searching for a four-year-old girl who went missing from a hospital. A man has been found dead at a property in Derbyshire. A row has broken out over the removal of a lifeboat crew member. A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a knife attack in Stockholm. Mexican authorities say they have arrested the former governor of the northern state of Tamaulipas, Tomas Yarrington. One of Scotland's biggest agriculture companies has reported a rise in annual profits. British Vogue has appointed Edward Enninful as its new editor. Bydd 40 o feddygon yng Nghwm Cynon sydd wedi datblygu yn dechrau triniaeth pan mae eu canser. Surrey maintained their 100% start to the County Championship season with a crushing innings-and-209-run win over Warwickshire at The Oval. A gas explosion which killed a man was "almost like an airstrike", an inquest has heard. Police are treating the death of a 23-year-old man in Glasgow as murder. A legal challenge to plans for a wind farm in Denbighshire has been heard at the High Court. Are you one of the greatest boxers of all time? Plans to redevelop a listed building in Cardiff city centre have been approved. Argentina have sacked coach Roberto Bauza after failing to qualify for the 2018 World Cup. India has condemned the death sentence of an Indian navy officer convicted of spying for Pakistan. An explosion has hit a building in the south-eastern Turkish city of Diyarbakir. The US is reported to have agreed a deal to sell fighter jets to Nigeria. Dozens of gay people are being detained and tortured in Chechnya, a Russian gay rights group has told the BBC. Bristol have signed scrum-half Luke Harris-Wright from Leinster on a two-year deal. Train operator CrossCountry has said it will not cut services between Edinburgh and north east Scotland. British pair Heather Watson and Naomi Broady were knocked out in the first round of the Monterrey Open in Mexico. Police in the US state of Ohio have charged a woman with raping a taxi driver. Justin Marshall scored two tries as Gloucester came from behind to beat Sale Sharks. A student in the US state of Michigan has been charged with assaulting a student with a peanut butter. A new species of pink shrimp has been named after the rock band Pink Floyd. A "damaged and dangerous" rapist has been jailed for a second time. The chief executive of a Cheshire council is being investigated over allegations of misconduct. The Belfast Giants have announced that Colin Shields will play a pre-season friendly against the Nottingham Panthers. US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has said there is a "low level of trust" between the US and Russia. Tesco has reported a pre-tax loss of £1.2bn for the year to the end of March. A driver who killed a four-year-old boy in a head-on crash has been jailed for eight years. A man has admitted supplying drugs with a street value of more than £250,000. UK music industry revenues rose by more than 5% in 2016, according to the British Phonographic Industry (BPI). EDF Energy, one of the UK's biggest energy suppliers, is to increase its prices for the second time this year. A paramedic who squeezed a colleague's breast with a pen has been suspended. Thieves have used a dumper truck to smash a cash machine into a bank. It's been a week for Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson. Spanish police have clashed with Leicester City fans in a square in Madrid ahead of their Champions League tie. The ex-girlfriend of a soldier accused of murdering her was "obsessed" with her, a court has heard. A man has died in a two-car crash in Dorset. A man has died after being restrained by police in Dorset. Wales coach Robin McBryde says there could be as many as 9/10 Welsh players selected for the British and Irish Lions tour. Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba says he had offers from England and China after signing for Major League Soccer side Phoenix. The family of a doctor who was dragged off a United Airlines flight have said he was "terrified" by the incident. On Sunday, seven-year-old Faizan was walking home from his home in Indian-administered Kashmir. Britain's Tom Latham won bronze in the men's keirin at the Track Cycling World Championships. A woman has been charged after a fight broke out during a performance of Lord of the Dance. A teenager who bit off part of a man's ear has been jailed for two years. The Police Ombudsman's office has been criticised by the Police Ombudsman's office. Campaigners have welcomed plans for a feasibility study into extending the Borders Railway to Carlisle. Children who play with touchscreens in the home are less likely to sleep, research suggests. US President Donald Trump has made a series of U-turns on his first day in office. A GP surgery in Dorset has been rated "good" by the health watchdog. Portadown have "every confidence" in their bid to avoid relegation from the Irish Premiership when they face Ballinamallard United on Saturday. An 86-year-old man has been reunited with his vintage car after it appeared in the film Likely Lads. Team Sky continued to defy a ban on intravenous injections in cycling, according to the Press Association (PA). Newport RFC shareholders are being urged to back the Welsh Rugby Union's £3.75m takeover of Newport Gwent Dragons. A 19-year-old man is in a critical condition after being stabbed in a park in Oxford. Shrewsbury Town midfielder Anthony Ogogo could miss the rest of the season. A paedophile who raped and sexually assaulted a 12-year-old boy has been jailed for 12 years. A new online GP consultation system has been launched for trainee doctors in Scotland. Britain's double world champion Nicola Adams has called for the WBC to extend the length of her professional bout. The Cassini spacecraft has made history. A piano once owned by King George has been returned to the Royal Pavilion in Brighton. Chechen Muslims have called for "retribution" against Russian newspaper No Gazeta after it reported that more than 100 people were detained on suspicion of being gay. An elderly woman who had her bike stolen while she went shopping has been given a new one. Six people have been injured in a two-car crash in North Yorkshire. Former Sun editor Kelvin MacKenzie is being investigated by police over comments he made about a Liverpool footballer. Hartlepool's League Two survival hopes suffered a blow as they were beaten at home by Barnet. Nottingham Forest have no new injury or suspension worries ahead of the visit of Derby. When you're heavily pregnant, you're ready to race at the 2020 Olympics. Worcestershire took control against Glamorgan on day three at New Road. World number one Mark Selby eased into the second round of the World Championship with a 10-2 win over qualifier Stephen O'Brien at Alexandra Palace. Thousands of people have protested across the US against President Donald Trump's refusal to release his tax returns. The world's oldest person has died in Italy at the age of 116. Ricky Burns lost his WBO world lightweight title to Julius Indongo on a unanimous points decision at the Hydro in Glasgow. A three-year-old boy has died after becoming trapped between a rotating floor and a wall in the US city of Atlanta. Newport Gwent Dragons head coach Kingsley Jones hopes number seven Oliver Griffiths can earn a place in the British and Irish Lions squad. Hibernian manager Neil Lennon hopes his side's promotion to the Premiership next season. Karolina Vondrousova beat British number one Johanna Kontaveit in straight sets to win the Abierto Mexicano Telcel in Acapulco. Craft spirits are "going through a period of explosive creativity", according to a new report. Ireland's Paul Dunne lost to Italy's Francesco Molinari in a play-off at the Qatar Masters. Broadchurch will not return for any future series after its final series, its creator has said. The family of a woman who died following a crash in Aberdeenshire have paid tribute to a "kind, caring, adorable and loving mum". Our Duke, owned by the Cooper family, won the Irish Grand National at Aintree. Hibernian manager Neil Lennon expects the majority of his players to stay at Easter Road. Paraguay's President Fernando Lugo has announced he will run for a third term in office. More than half of UK companies have been the victim of a cyber attack, according to a survey. Actress Julie Hesmondhalgh has been named as the patron of a Dorset Rape Crisis charity. Labour is to promise an extra £10 a week for carers if it wins the general election. Mae Theresa May wedi pleidlais Brexit y llynedd ddydd Mercher ar argymhelliad y Prif Weinidog. An eight-year-old Canadian boy has said he was " crying in the back seat" after Air Canada cancelled his flight. Theresa May's decision to call a general election for 8 June has been widely criticised by the European Union. The daughter of murdered mother and son Pierce Wilkinson has said she will miss them "so much". Plans for a new school on a former landfill site in Sheffield have been approved. The pound has risen for the first time since the general election was called. Widnes Vikings moved off the bottom of Super League with a hard-fought victory over St Helens. A new chief executive has been appointed to a south Wales health board. Gloucester reached the European Challenge Cup final for the first time with a hard-fought victory over La Rochelle. Stoke City defender Adam Johnson has signed a new two-and-a-half-year contract with the Premier League club. Plans to close a fire station in West Berkshire have been approved by councillors. Chinese search giant Baidu has announced a new self-driving technology project. A US aircraft carrier has failed to arrive in Australia, days after President Donald Trump said it was being sent to North Korea. Olympic champion Elinor Barker says British Cycling should have "good press" about its treatment of riders at the Track World Championships. A three-year-old girl who went missing in Pembrokeshire has been found safe and well. Ayr United have won a competition to design a new badge. Here is a full list of British and Irish Lions squad for this summer's tour of New Zealand. Glamorgan captain Jacques Rudolph says his side have "refocused" on their poor start to the season. A new species of reptile has been discovered in fossilised footprints from 248 million years ago. Two-time Olympic champion Jessica Ennis-Hill has been made a dame at a ceremony in Sheffield. The notebooks of World War One poet Edward Thomas are to be conserved for the first time. It's that time of year again. The vast majority of teenagers in Northern Ireland have good relationships with their parents and teachers. Former Labour MP Bob Marshall-Andrews has joined the Liberal Democrats. The London Symphony Orchestra is to perform a tribute to John Williams at this year's BBC Proms in Hull. The holder of a winning lottery ticket bought in north Wales is being urged to come forward. Serena Williams has become the first woman to win a Grand Slam while pregnant. An inquest into the deaths of two men who died in a flat fire has heard there was no compelling evidence it started in a tumble dryer. Greenock Morton manager Jim Duffy has been given a one-match touchline ban by the Scottish Football Association. BMW has reported a sharp rise in profits for the first three months of the year. UK air strikes against so-called Islamic State (IS) in Iraq have killed 1,306 militants in action, the government has said. Japanese professor Yuko Arai is one of the world's leading artificial intelligence (AI) experts. Benedict Cumberbatch and Idris Elba have taken part in a campaign to raise awareness of mental health issues. American Bubba Watson leads the weather-hit Shenzhen International by one shot after the first round. German police have arrested a man in connection with the bomb attack on the Borussia Dortmund team bus last month. Uefa has cleared Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho of failing a drugs test. Marcus Rashford scored a dramatic extra-time winner as Manchester United beat Anderlecht to reach the Europa League semi-finals. The world's biggest distiller of Scotch whisky, Pernod Ricard, has reported a rise in sales in the first three months of the year. A council boss who won a libel case against a blogger has said he will not keep any money he won. Southport chairman John Clapham has resigned following the club's relegation from the National League. Police are searching for a man wanted in connection with the murder of a Cardiff teenager. Aberdeen must prove they are a better side when they face Hibernian in Saturday's Scottish Cup semi-final, says former manager Willie Miller. A 16-year-old boy has been charged in connection with hare coursing in Dalkeith. The Cassini satellite has made its final pass of Saturn. More than 100 Afghan soldiers have been killed in a Taliban attack on a military base, the defence ministry says. US President Donald Trump has tweeted that the Paris attacks will have a "big effect" on the French presidential election. Adebayo Akinfenwa's second-half equaliser earned Wycombe a draw at Morecambe. Torquay secured their return to the National League with victory over North Ferriby at Plainmoor. Romania captain Ilie Nastase was sent off for "unsportsmanlike conduct" during Johanna Konta's Davis Cup match against Great Britain. Conservative MP Sir Eric Pickles is to stand down as an MP for Brentwood and Ongar. Actress Vicky McClure has said she was thrown off a tram for fare evasion. Thousands of elderly people in Scotland are facing delays in care services to be put in place, according to a charity. A bomb found near a primary school in north Belfast was an attempt to kill police officers, police have said. The artist behind The Beatles' Sgt Pepper album has been honoured by Liverpool. Arsene Wenger has urged Arsenal's players to "take charge" when they leave the club. Mobile phone company Three has apologised after some of its customers were left without service. A new section of the M8 in South Lanarkshire has opened to traffic. England's Tommy Fleetwood lost a play-off to Bernd Wiesberger at the China Open. Five people have been taken to hospital after a gorse fire in Woodbury, Devon. Britain's Shauna Coxsey retained her world bouldering title with second place in the final. Members of the Irish Citizens' Assembly have voted in favour of legalising abortion in the Republic of Ireland. Scottish curry restaurants have said they are at the point of expanding because of UK immigration rules. A new unit to tackle online hate crimes has been launched by the mayor of London. trenches and tunnels used by World War One soldiers have been unearthed at a military base in Wiltshire. Scientists in Norway say they have discovered a new type of cloud that could have made an impression on one of the world's most famous paintings. Defending champion Mark Selby says he is not under pressure after reaching the World Championship quarter-finals. Danny Swanson has joined Hibernian from St Johnstone on a two-and-a-half-year deal. Lib Dem leader Tim Farron has said he does not believe gay sex is a sin. Olympic champion Dani King says she is considering competing in the team pursuit at the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Steve Sidwell says he wants to stay at Brighton & Hove Albion next season. Previously unseen photographs of the Dambusters raids have been sold at auction. France is heading into uncharted waters after the first round of the presidential election. A guide dog has become one of the most travelled dogs in the UK. Anthony Joshua says Saturday's fight against Wladimir Klitschko is "one of the defining fights" of his career. Early humans lived 130,000 years ago, according to a new study. Five men have been cautioned after naming a woman who was raped by footballer Ched Evans. A Fife-based interior fittings firm is to launch a new marketing campaign in London. Throwing is the best strategy for getting a piece of paper into a bin, a study suggests. Anthony Joshua has a " chink in his armour" to beat Wladimir Klitschko, says former world heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis. US President Donald Trump's attempt to block federal funding to two Silicon Valley cities has been blocked by a federal judge. Have you ever wondered where treasure is found? Work has begun to restore a medieval castle on the Isle of Wight. A school in Oxfordshire could close after being rated "inadequate" by inspectors. Inverness Caledonian Thistle manager Richie Foran says Saturday's game against Ross County is the biggest game of his career. A rugby player who died after suffering a head injury during a training session had donated her organs, an inquest has heard. Maria Sharapova's return to action at the Stuttgart Open is a huge boost for the women's game. A man who sexually assaulted a 12-year-old girl has been jailed. Newport County are "expecting to be honoured" if they remain in the Football League, says chief executive Mark Foxall. Jonathan Demme is one of the greatest film-makers of all time. A reboot of one of China's most famous children's TV series, The Legend of the Monkey, has sparked a backlash in China. An Australian woman has been arrested in Colombia on suspicion of trying to smuggle cocaine into the country. Two more people have been arrested after a 12-year-old girl was attacked by a dog. Visitors to a hospital in Merseyside have been banned from visiting after an outbreak of norovirus. The European Parliament has accused the leader of France's far-right National Front (FN) party, Marine Le Pen, of fraud. A council has been criticised for its response to a landslip. A woman who died after suffering delusions that her baby had died could have been avoided, a coroner has ruled. A by-election is to be held in the Scottish Borders after the resignation of an MSP. A Conservative MP who left his wife to have a baby has said he has been subjected to a "vicious smear campaign" with racist overtones. The parents of a woman murdered by a soldier have spoken of their shock at her death. An MP at the centre of a financial scandal has said he will not stand in the general election. Muslim clerics in Indonesia have issued a fatwa calling for an end to child marriage. Australian doctors have removed part of a leg from a toddler's pelvis. Ulster's hopes of reaching the Pro12 play-offs suffered a blow as they were beaten by Ospreys at Liberty Stadium. The RSPCA has issued a warning to people not to keep a raccoon dog. A drug that has been shown to reduce the risk of HIV will be made available on the NHS in Wales. Thousands of people have taken part in the World Para-cycling Championships in Leeds. World number one Andy Murray came from a set down to beat Spain's Albert Ramos-Vinolas and reach the semi-finals of the Barcelona Open. Dutch rider Dylan Groenewegen won stage one of the Tour de Yorkshire to take the overall lead. Voters in Wales go to the polls on 5 May to decide who will run the country's 22 councils. Inverness Caledonian Thistle moved off the bottom of the Premiership with victory over Hamilton Academical. Firefighters have been tackling a blaze at a derelict building in Aberdeen. South Sudan booked their place in the next round of qualifiers for the 2018 African Nations Championship (CHAN). Reading booked their place in the Championship play-offs with victory at Burton. Blackburn were relegated to the Championship after losing to 10-man Brentford. Newcastle United won the Championship title for the first time in their history with a comfortable win over Barnsley. Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho is a doubt for the visit of Southampton after suffering a hamstring injury in the defeat by Crystal Palace. Tony Bellew says he will not fight Anthony Joshua. A World War Two veteran who survived the Auschwitz death camp is celebrating his 100th birthday. 36 Yazidi women and children have been rescued from so-called Islamic State (IS), the UN says. Chelsea Ladies made it two wins from two in the Women's Spring Series with a 6-0 win over Yeovil Town. Britain's Shauna Coxsey retained her world bouldering title in China. Belgium's Serge Pauwels won stage three of the Tour de Yorkshire for the second time. Lewis Hamilton said he was "out of the race from the get-go" at the Hungarian Grand Prix. The International Cycling Union (UCI) says it will investigate allegations of racial abuse at the Criterium du Dauphine. France's presidential candidate has said his mandate will be "at the same time" to reform the European Union. Truro City manager Lee Hodges says he is "frustrated" after his side were relegated from the National League. Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a pedestrian was hit by a car in Sheffield. Dog walkers have been fined for walking more than four dogs in a Hampshire town. The Church of England has been accused of "institutionally homophobic" policies and attitudes towards the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community. Police are searching for a mother who has gone missing with her two-year-old daughter in Cardiff. A record number of rare birds have been spotted on Tiree in the Western Isles. world records will no longer be recognised if they fail to show they are clean, says European Athletics. Russian President Vladimir Putin is to meet German Chancellor Angela Merkel for the first time in two years. Emre Can's stunning goal in Liverpool's 1-0 win at Watford was the best of his career. Nasa has developed a 3D-printed material that can be used in space. West Brom manager Tony Pulis says Burnley boss Sean Dyche has done "fantastic" in the Premier League. Three people from Birmingham have appeared in court charged with terrorism offences. The parents of a five-month-old baby who was taken into care have spoken of their ordeal. The new owners of an engineering firm which went into administration last year have said they are "looking good for the future". Portsmouth chairman Peter Brown says the club's shareholders should not think the takeover of the club is their only chance. A health board has apologised to the families of patients at a troubled mental health ward. A police officer who shot and killed a black teenager in Texas has been fired. Theresa May has dismissed reports of a meeting with European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker as "Brussels gossip". A transgender woman who was found dead in a men's prison said she wanted to move to a women's prison, an inquest has heard. Green Party leader Caroline Lucas has called for the UK people to have a say on the final Brexit deal. Prime Minister David Cameron's visit to Cornwall has been criticised by a local newspaper. Two laboratories and a restaurant at Cardiff University have been closed following a fire. A Portuguese football player has been banned for four years for attacking a referee. The Twitter account of a Kent council has been hacked. Journalists at Australia's biggest newspaper publisher, Fairfax, are staging a one-day strike over job cuts. JP Morgan has said it will move hundreds of jobs out of London as a result of Brexit. Work has started on a new bridge in Hong Kong. Belfast City Council has agreed to write to the government to oppose plans to cut education in Northern Ireland. Birmingham City's Conor Adams has had his red card against Nottingham Forest overturned. The death of a newborn baby whose bones were found in a bag has been ruled out of the inquiry. One of Europe's oldest carnivals is to be celebrated with a series of events. A man accused of murdering his wife at a care home in Cambridgeshire has died. Newcastle United have released midfielders Mark O'Donnell, Manny Smith and Jamal Mafuta. A gay family in the US state of Mississippi is suing a funeral home for allegedly refusing to transport the body of a gay man. US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that would allow faith-based organisations to avoid losing their tax status. Somalia's youngest-ever government minister has been shot dead by security forces, officials say. Five people have been rescued after their boat got into difficulty off Lough Neagh. Mae cwest yn Aberystwyth i'r casgliad bod ei marwolaeth yn un damweiniol. Prince Philip has become the Queen's longest-serving consort in British history. Bottles of gin have been recalled in Canada after inspectors found the alcohol content was too high. Celtic's Brendan Rodgers, Aberdeen's Derek McInnes and Partick Thistle's Alan Archibald have been nominated for the PFA Scotland manager of the year award. Russia, Iran and Turkey have agreed to set up safe zones in Syria. One of the " poshest outdoor privies in the country" has been restored to its former glory. The government is expected to publish its long-awaited plan to tackle air pollution later this month. Children at a church in West Yorkshire have used a Harry Potter song to find a new vicar. London has been named the world's most expensive city to live in, according to a survey. Two schools in the Isle of Wight are to be merged. A bus driver has been suspended after a video emerged appearing to show a fight between two men. England batsman Billy Root hit an unbeaten 109 as Nottinghamshire beat Warwickshire in the One-Day Cup at Edgbaston. British Olympic heptathlon champion Jo Schofield says she is "open to the discussion" about changing world records. A Conservative MP has won damages over a "ludicrous" allegation he bought oil from the so-called Islamic State group. A 25-year-old man has been arrested at Heathrow Airport on suspicion of Syria-related terrorism offences. World number one Dustin Johnson says he is "very pleased" with his return to competitive golf at the Wyndham Championship. The Conservatives have taken control of Derbyshire County Council. The Scottish Green Party has made its first gains in council elections. A woman has been charged with causing the death of an 86-year-old man in a car park. The Women's FA Cup final at Wembley will be watched by more than 30,000 people. A man died after being impaled in a hospital hoist, a court has heard. Ulster Bank has reported a pre-tax profit of £38m for the year to the end of March. Cardiff's Millennium Stadium could host Anthony Joshua's world title fight, says chief executive Martyn Phillips. US stocks closed higher on Friday, boosted by strong jobs figures. Swansea City manager Paul Clement says defender Alfie Mawson can be "very good" at the club. A dog has been found abandoned on the side of a road in Kent. Conservative Ben Houchen has been elected mayor of the Tees Valley. The Conservatives have retained control of Northamptonshire County Council. More than 100 sheep have been stolen from a farm in Dumfries and Galloway. Partick Thistle manager Alan Archibald has defended the standard of coaching in Scotland. Tove Anna is working on a new album. Gregor Townsend says Saturday's Pro12 game between Glasgow Warriors and Edinburgh will be "really important" in his first Scotland tour. Anthony Scaramucci has been sacked as White House communications director. Joseph Parker retained his WBO heavyweight title with a unanimous points decision over Razvan Cojanu. The results of the Scottish council elections are dominating the front pages. The education system in Wales is to be discussed at a conference in Cardiff. Swansea City's players have paid for supporters' tickets for Saturday's Premier League game against Hull City. French Ligue 1 side Lille have re-signed midfielder Rachid Sliti from Paris St-Germain for an undisclosed fee. Glasgow Warriors head coach Gregor Townsend said his side were "not nearly good enough" in their Pro12 play-off semi-final defeat by Edinburgh. India will take part in this summer's Champions Trophy in Cardiff. The number of people conned out of money by online travel scams has risen by more than a third in a year. The government's pledge to cut net migration to the "tens of thousands" will not feature in the Conservatives' general election manifesto, the home secretary has said. A cyclist has died while taking part in a charity bike ride in north Wales. Firefighters are tackling a large wildfire in County Armagh. Doctors in the United Arab Emirates say a Egyptian woman believed to have been the world's heaviest is recovering in hospital. Dulux paint owner Akzo Nobel has rejected a second offer from US paint giant PPG Industries. Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante has won the Premier League player of the year award. Six teenagers who carried out a series of armed robberies have been jailed. A second inquest into the death of Cumbrian toddler Poppi Worthington has been adjourned. Bilkis Bano was raped and murdered in the western Indian state of Gujarat in 2002. Glamorgan batsman Colin Ingram says he is not interested in playing in the world. A man accused of murdering a Denbighshire drug dealer has told a court he wanted the victims to be "scared". The SNP received a share of the first preference vote in last week's local elections, according to official figures. This year's Eurovision Song Contest was taking place in Kiev. Peterborough United have signed striker James Lloyd from non-league side Braintree Town for an undisclosed fee. Dundee United have signed Paul Keatings from Hibernian on a two-year deal. Southampton manager Claude Puel says the club want to keep defender Virgil van Dijk. A disabled woman who was made redundant from a north Belfast charity has been awarded £10,000 in damages. Jason is one of the UK's most daring jouststing artists. Paris's Saint-Denis railway station has reopened after a security operation. Police in the US state of Arizona say they have arrested a man suspected of carrying out a series of shootings. It's that time of year again when there's been no rain. The number of prescriptions for the acne drug Roaccutane in England has more than doubled in four years, figures show. The Conservatives have proposed a cap on the cheapest standard variable energy tariffs in the UK. Seven men have gone on trial in Berlin accused of setting fire to a Polish man on Christmas Day. Scientists at the University of Aberdeen have developed a test that can predict the outcome of patients with two different types of blood cancer. Leicester Cathedral has defended its decision to perform William Shakespeare's Richard III in the cathedral. Double world champion Nicola Adams will make the first defence of her WBO world bantamweight title against Mexico's Saul 'Canelo' Salazar at London's O2 Arena on Saturday. Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a WWE Superstar? It is one of the world's oldest rowing races. A Walkers crisp factory in County Durham is to close with the loss of 355 jobs. Three men have been arrested on suspicion of murdering a man who was shot outside a meat market. A former Methodist minister sexually assaulted four boys while he was in a trance, a court has heard. A decision to refuse planning permission for more than 1,000 homes has been overturned by the High Court. Nottingham Forest manager Mark Warburton says he wants to strengthen his squad for next season. No charges will be brought against a man after a woman was sexually assaulted at a naval base in Aberdeen. Photographs by David Jenkinson, who has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, are some of the images he has taken. Warrington Wolves came from behind to beat Widnes Vikings in the Challenge Cup. Wes Foderingham says he is "disappointed" by the behaviour of Rangers defender Scott Sinclair. France's far-right leader Marine Maréchal-Le Pen is to step down, French media report. Newcastle Falcons have re-signed scrum-half Toby Flood from Toulouse. Portsmouth are set to appoint Michael Eisner as their new manager. Fathers who play with their babies are more likely to have a positive impact on the child's cognitive development, a study suggests. On 8 June voters across Wales will go to the polls to decide who will run the UK. There is "no threat whatsoever" to EU citizens working in the UK, the leader of the Welsh Conservatives has said. Former Taoiseach (Irish prime minister) Bertie Ahern has said a hard border between Northern Ireland and the Republic will have to be re-introduced. Great Britain's Olympic taekwondo team have been criticised by the country's leading medical body. Burton Albion have released seven players, including defender Gary McLaughlin. A look back at some of the top entertainment stories over the past seven days. Swindon Town have made an approach to Partick Thistle boss Partick Thistle. Community hydro energy projects in Wales are being hit by a sharp rise in business rates, it has been claimed. In 1973, President Richard Nixon was facing a crisis. Labour's draft general election manifesto has been leaked to the BBC. Celtic extended their lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership to 49 points with a thumping win over Partick Thistle. Cornwall's Mebyon Kernow party has decided not to field candidates in the general election. A man has been charged with using drones to smuggle drugs and mobile phones into a prison. The pound has fallen after the Bank of England kept interest rates on hold. Featherstone reached the quarter-finals of the Challenge Cup with a hard-fought win over Halifax. A new code of conduct for police stop-and-searches has been introduced in Scotland. Labour's plan to scrap university tuition fees in England has been a surprise. Former Scotland midfielder Peter Wishart has called for a "proper and adult discussion" on gambling in Scottish football. Brilon is a small town in the western German state of North Rhine-Westphalia. Jamie Roberts says he will use his omission from the British and Irish Lions tour as motivation. A detective who claimed to have seen a monkey toy in the office of a black police officer has been cleared of misconduct. Phil Taylor will face Peter Wright in the Premier League semi-finals. Labour's general election manifesto has been leaked. A former Celtic kit man is to stand trial accused of child sex offences. John Duddy was a fish and chip shop owner in Londonderry. Shares in US department store chains Macy's, Kohl's and Nordstrom have fallen sharply after they reported falling sales. The World Rugby Sevens Series is getting under way in Paris. Swansea City manager Mark Hughes says Giannelli's decision to sell Giannelli Imbula is a "frustration". EastEnders has announced the arrival of a new family. Chelsea have won the Premier League for the second time. Mae yn euog o achosi anafiadau difrifol i Joshua Deguara trwy yrru'n beryglus, yn euog o achosi ei marwolaeth trwy yrru'n beryglus. Northampton Town midfielderGaby Moussa has left the League Two club by mutual consent. Military service in the last 50 years does not increase the risk of suicide, according to a new study. Two men have been charged with historical child sex abuse at a former boarding school. A fox cub has been rescued after getting stuck in the gearbox of a car in Aberdeenshire. French astronaut Richard Pesquet has captured the spectacular view of Belgium in space. Police investigating the disappearance of a Gwynedd woman have made a fresh appeal for information. Bristol Rovers defender Ryan Broom has signed a new two-year contract with the League One club. The cockpit door of a Spitfire which crashed in a field in County Monaghan during World War Two has been unearthed. A 16-year-old boy has been rescued after falling down a cave in West Yorkshire. A woman has said she is "furious" after an e-mail described her as a "home educated oddball". mutineers in Ivory Coast have taken control of the city of Bouaké, in the north of the country. Police have arrested four people following Friday's Old Firm match at Aberdeen at Pittodrie. Cardiff's Principality Stadium is set to host the European Cup final for the first time. Saracens head coach Mark McCall says his side are "hungry enough and humble" after winning the European Champions Cup. Gorka Izagirre won stage nine of the Giro d'Italia as Belgium's Bob Jungels retained the overall lead. Benfica won the Portuguese Premier League for the first time with a comfortable victory over Vitria Guimares. Nasser Yafai retained his WBC International super-bantamweight title with a unanimous points win over Shingo Muranaka. A person has been taken to hospital following a crash on the A470 in Monmouthshire. The head of Northern Ireland's Education Authority has accused teachers of being "confused by misinformation". Toyota is reported to be investing in the development of the world's smallest flying car. A girl has been seriously injured by a dog at a prison in south-east London. Swansea City have been relegated from the Premier League after a 4-0 defeat at Crystal Palace. Brexit Secretary David Davis has criticised the Irish government's stance on the Irish border after Brexit. Warrington Wolves will host Wigan Warriors in the quarter-finals of the Challenge Cup. More than 50 prisoners have escaped from a prison in Papua New Guinea. Portugal's victory in the Eurovision Song Contest has been hailed as a success for the country. The British government feared that Rockall could be used as a place to monitor missile tests, newly released Nato documents show. A Cambridge school is considering introducing a gender neutral uniform. Italian police have arrested dozens of people suspected of running a migrant centre. A Miss America contestant has been criticised for saying healthcare is a "privilege". Taoiseach (Irish prime minister) Enda Kenny has stepped down. British eventer Emily Gilruth has been moved to a neurological ward after a fall at the Badminton Horse Trials. The body of a dog has been recovered from the River Gannochy in Angus. A councillor at the centre of a police investigation into a racist tweet has resigned. Juventus kept alive their hopes of winning the Serie A title with a comfortable win over Crotone. Some schools in Wales are "gaming" the GCSE qualifications system, the Welsh Government's chief civil servant has said. The general election campaign is under way. David Evans has been appointed as the new chief executive of S4C. Scunthorpe United midfielder Ben Bishop has signed a new one-year contract with the club. The Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) has announced plans to undertake a "deep-dive" of companies based in Scotland. More than half of UK workers have worked when they are ill, according to a survey. Gillingham have re-appointed Gary Pennock as manager and re-appointed Graham Taylor as manager. Belfast Harbour has announced plans for a new office development. Swansea City's youth team have won the EFL Cup for the first time. Tributes have been paid to a "beautiful, talented, loving daughter and sister" who died in a crash. Newry-based software firm First Derivatives made a pre-tax profit of £1.6m in the six months to the end of March. Flights between Inverness and Amsterdam have been launched. Police in South Africa have arrested two men in connection with the fatal shooting of a celebrity. A memorial to police officers killed in the Westminster terror attack is to be built. An inquest into the death of a 12-year-old boy has been opened and adjourned. A business owner has lost a High Court bid to have his details published of the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme published. Mansfield Town striker Rob Green says his time at the club was "done". A 90-year-old man's appeal to find the photographer of his dying wife has gone viral. Exeter Chiefs will play Saracens in the Premiership final at Twickenham on Saturday. Shutter Speed rode Frankie Dettori to victory in the Musidora Stakes at Newbury. A legal challenge to plans for a wind farm in Denbighshire has been rejected by the High Court. Litter enforcement officers in Kent have been suspended after a BBC Panorama programme revealed they were wrongly fined. It's been a year since the devastating earthquake in Nepal, in which thousands of people died. Donald Trump's response to allegations that he secretly disclosed classified information about a Russian spy is "not illegal". A British army officer accused of raping a woman in Uganda said it was "fair animal", a court martial has heard. Free sanitary products could be offered to children from low incomes in England if the Green Party wins the general election. The number of women in the workforce in India has fallen by more than a third in the past five years, according to a World Bank study. The US is considering a ban on lithium-ion batteries on some flights to the UK. A council has been accused of a "major administrative cock-up" after it failed to pay compensation to traders affected by a ban on live animal exports. The life of one of Scotland's most famous poets is to be celebrated in a new project. Chancellor Philip Hammond and Prime Minister Theresa May have said they will "still be neighbours" after the general election. An Oxford University student has created an app that could help people escape natural disasters. 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A man who stabbed a vulnerable man to death in his own home has been jailed for life. A British man is to be charged with causing the death of his partner in a scooter crash in Thailand. A fox that was found on a beach in Carmarthenshire has been released back into the wild. Swansea City manager Paul Clement says he is interested in signing Chelsea captain John Terry. The government's decision to scrap free lunches for every child in the first three years of primary school in England has been met with a mixed response. BBC Sport's football expert Mark Lawrenson is pitting his wits against a different guest each week this season. The impact of the M4 relief road on protected land would be "challenging", a public inquiry has heard. The number of immigration arrests in the US has more than doubled in the first three months of the year. Health Secretary Shona Robison has appointed an independent review into the independent review of transvaginal mesh implants. Ross Moriarty has been in the British and Irish Lions training camp for more than a week. Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers says his side have "everything to play" for this season. Theresa May's general election manifesto has changed dramatically. The number of people caught using a mobile phone while driving in Wales has risen, campaigners have said. A cervical cancer patient in Northern Ireland is appealing for other women to take part in a UK trial. At least eight people have been killed after a bridge collapsed in the western Indian state of Goa. General Motors (GM) has said it will stop selling cars in India as part of a global business restructuring. A New Zealand-based company has launched its first rocket. Labour is on the campaign trail. Wales will be better off having a Labour prime minister than a Tory, a Welsh Labour minister has said. Carlisle United manager Keith Curle says he needs to "show a level of commitment" to the club. Cardiff Devils forward Joey Haddad has signed a new one-year contract with the Elite League champions. Alastair Cook and Tom Westley hit centuries as Essex dominated day one against Hampshire at Chelmsford. QPR striker Jamie Mackie has signed a new one-year contract with the club. The financial results of the NHS in England will not be published until after the general election, the BBC understands. Mental health is a major problem in the UK. A 25-year-old man has been jailed for causing the death of a four-year-old girl by dangerous driving. Amazon's Prime Video streaming service has launched in the UK, with a line-up of traditional television channels. The number of Americans with no more than a high-school degree has fallen, according to the Federal Reserve. The medals for this year's World Athletics Championships in London have been unveiled. Michael Johnston has stepped down as Kilmarnock chairman and majority shareholder. Yorkshire's Jack Leaning hit his first Roses Match century of the season to put his side in a strong position against Lancashire at Old Trafford. The death toll from an attack on an airbase in eastern Libya has risen to 140, officials say. Tom Rogic scored a late winner as Celtic came from behind to beat Aberdeen and win the Scottish Cup. A dispersal order has been issued in a Denbighshire town. Tony Adams has been sacked as Granada coach after his side lost 2-1 to Espanyol. Leeds United manager Stuart McCall has described the pitch invasion by Millwall fans in the League One play-off final as "nonsense". Jonathan Trott's century put Warwickshire in a strong position against Somerset on day three. Tom Mitchell and Brett D'Oliveira hit centuries as Worcestershire took control against Derbyshire at Derby. Hundreds of horses have taken to the streets of Wales in a bid to stop them being hit by cars. Luton Town have released six players, including goalkeepers Jack King and Luke Potts. There's a new way to play rugby in schools. Scotland captain John Barclay says he is inspired by Scarlets' Pro12 final win over Glasgow Warriors. China is in the shadow of the Mao era. One of the world's largest ancient mosaics is to be removed and conserved. Plans for a new school campus in the Scottish Borders have moved a step closer. Plans for a new school in Dumfries have been unveiled. As the general election campaign gets under way, BBC Wales political correspondent Laura McAllister looks at the significance of the campaign in Wales. Three men have been found guilty of murdering a drug dealer in a turf war. The owner of a drilling rig that ran aground last year has paid £1m to the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). Extending the Premiership season to 10 has "serious implications" for players, says the Professional Footballers' Association. An Edinburgh taxi driver's photographs of passengers at the festival are to go on display. Catalans Dragons have parted company with head coach Philippe Frayssinous by mutual consent. Tranmere Rovers players Jack Kirby, Jack Gumbs and Jamie Ridehalgh have signed new contracts with the League Two club. A third dead whale has washed up on the Suffolk coast. A new film about depression is to be shot in the Brecon Beacons. Firefighters have been tackling a blaze at a former hospital in Aberdeen. Hungary will not backtrack on controversial laws on asylum seekers and non-governmental organisations, Foreign Minister Szijjarto has said. Myanmar's military has denied allegations that it committed crimes against humanity during a crackdown on the country's Rohingya minority last year. Former Nigerian state governor James Ibori has been awarded £1 in damages by the Home Office. Tributes have been paid to the victims of the Manchester Arena attack. This week's Europa League final in Sweden will be a minute's silence for the victims of the Manchester attack. The families of two prisoners who took their own lives at a prison have lost a High Court bid. vigilante groups targeting paedophiles in Kent have been criticised by police. Celtic winger Patrick Roberts says he is "proud" of his decision not to play for Scotland at the World Cup. flamingos are one of the world's most famous birds. Leeds Rhinos eased to victory over Warrington Wolves at Headingley. BBC Sport's football expert Mark Lawrenson is pitting his wits against a different guest each week this season. Greg Eden scored four tries as Super League leaders Castleford thrashed Leigh Centurions. Tom Dumoulin was forced to retire from the Giro d'Italia as Vincenzo Nibali won stage 17. Two senior council officials have been arrested as part of a corruption investigation. Sam Allardyce has left his position as Crystal Palace manager by mutual consent. A woman has been jailed for life for murdering her partner over a missing cash. Two men have been jailed for life for murdering a man in a revenge attack. Google has launched a new service to measure the impact of advertising on users. In 2012, Jonathan King warned that China's debt was "never likely to be sustainable". Mae Heddlu De Cymru wedi cael ei godi i'r categori uchaf posib ers yr ymosodiad terfysgol ym Manceinion nos Lun. George is one of the UK's best-known gardeners. Six teams have been shortlisted to design a Grade I-listed stately home which was destroyed by fire. Manchester's Great Manchester Run has been given the go-ahead by the city council. France's Pierre Rolland won stage four of the Giro d'Italia in a sprint finish. The United Nations has warned President Donald Trump that it would be "impossible" for the organisation to continue its peacekeeping operations. Crotone have been relegated from Serie A for the first time in their history after beating Lazio. A man has said he was "in a position" to be able to help those affected by the Manchester attack. Bradford City have offered new deals to six players, including defender Stephen Darby, following their League One play-off final defeat. A father and daughter from Drumahoe, County Antrim, have made cricket history. An Indian woman who says she was forced into marriage in Pakistan has returned to India. A woman from Gwynedd who was hit by a bomb in Manchester has been described as "lucky to be alive". Manchester United have made their summer transfer target for next season. Hartlepool United have appointed Paul Cox as their new manager. Donald Trump's visit to Brussels has been hailed as a success. David Simpson has been elected as the new leader of Carmarthenshire council. How long will it take to deal with the Manchester attack? Britain's Greg Rutherford won gold in the men's long jump at the Great Manchester Games. Bournemouth have signed striker Jermain Defoe from Sunderland for an undisclosed fee. Former Greek Prime Minister Lucas Papademos has been injured in a car explosion in the capital, Athens. Guinea were knocked out of the Under-20 World Cup in South Korea after a 4-0 defeat by Argentina. A Labour councillor has denied possessing indecent images of children. TV presenter Elin Jones has said she hopes her baby son will speak Welsh to him. Mae'r Scarlets wedi iddo arwyddo i'r Saracens cyn iddo arwyddo i'r Saracens. Northern Ireland have made it through to the semi-finals of the European Rowing Championships in Racice. Cheltenham Town have signed midfielder Romain Atangana on a two-year deal. The main parties in Wales have published their manifestos for the general election. More than 70 jobs could go at Shrewsbury College as part of plans to cut costs. There's a general election coming up on 8 June, when adults will vote to decide who will run the UK. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman was shot dead. In the centre of Manchester, there is a moment of silence. Derek McInnes described Aberdeen's Scottish Cup final defeat by Celtic as "like two proper heavyweights scrapping and fighting each other". Britain's Liam Heath set a new world record to win gold in the K2 200m at the Canoe Slalom World Cup. Plans to build more than 100 homes on the site of Stoke-on-Trent's former football stadium have been unveiled. Senegal reached the last 16 of the Under-20 World Cup with a 1-1 draw against Ecuador. A mother in the US state of Utah has been arrested after her two children were found locked in the boot of a car. German Chancellor Angela Merkel has said the times in which the EU could completely depend on others are "on the way out". James McClean, Darren Randolph and Colin Doyle have been called up to the Republic of Ireland squad for the friendly against Mexico on 5 June. Britain's America's Cup team suffered a second successive defeat in the qualifiers in Bermuda. John Terry says he has "options but nothing sorted" about his future. Australia is to send more troops to Afghanistan. Philippine troops say they have retaken control of the city of Marawi from Islamist militants. British number three Aljaz Bedene says he wants to represent Slovenia at the 2020 Olympics. Defending champion Garbine Muguruza beat former champion Francesca Schiavone 6-4 6-4 to reach the second round of the French Open. A man has been left "absolutely traumatised" after being attacked and robbed at a bus stop in South Lanarkshire. Permian has been added to the field for the Derby at Epsom. Imagine a surprise visit from one of the world's most famous children. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) has lifted the temporary suspension of six Russian skiers. Livingston is one of the most marginal seats in Scotland. Sales of Scottish salmon rose by more than 50% in the first three months of the year, according to the Food and Drink Federation (FDF). Police are investigating the death of a man whose body was found at a hotel in Edinburgh. Yeovil Town Ladies have re-signed midfielder Katie Howard on a two-year deal. A man who killed his estranged wife said he was suffering from an "an abnormality of the mind", a court has heard. The Borders Railway should be extended to the south of Scotland, according to a new report. More than a quarter of Scots have been forced to borrow money to buy food, according to a new report. Members of the Hoover washing machine pension scheme in Merthyr Tydfil could lose out on their benefits, the BBC understands. Craig Levein believes head coach Ian Cathro will be a success at Hearts. Zambia coach Guy Chambeshi says his side have the "strength and power" to beat Germany in Wednesday's World Cup quarter-final. A man who claims he was sexually abused by a BBC radio star has told a court he was "probably too old". Castleford Tigers came from behind to beat St Helens and go top of Super League. The Royal Opera House was evacuated during a performance in central London after a fire alarm. A new treatment for ovarian cancer has shown promising results. A 25-year-old man has been charged with preparing terrorist acts at Heathrow Airport. Portsmouth defender Luke Whatmough has signed a new three-and-a-half-year contract with the League Two club. Police could apply for extra powers to stop and search fans at Saturday's Champions League final. Theresa May has been accused by the Liberal Democrats of trying to "take this country in a dangerous and damaging direction". The head of England's police and crime commissioners has appeared on BBC One's Question Time. Photographs by Hugh Kinsella Cunningham. Warwickshire seamer Tom Thornton has become the third player to sign a new contract with the county. A hotel worker who killed a feral cat has been given a suspended prison sentence. A crowd-funding campaign to buy hacking tools offered by the Shadow Brokers has been abandoned. Northamptonshire's Chris Buck took five wickets as his side dominated day one against Durham at Chester-le-Street. A security alert in west Belfast has ended. Fines for data breaches in the UK are set to rise sharply next year, according to research from PwC. Sport Ireland says it is "at risk" of funding for Irish boxing. A man has been found dead at the bottom of a water pipe. League Two side Accrington Stanley have signed midfielder Bobson on a two-year deal following his release by Crawley Town. British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland says New Zealand counterpart Chris Henry "lost half" the team on day one of their tour. A Pembrokeshire town's paddling pool has been saved from closure after donations from a nightclub and a church. A 67-year-old man has been jailed for sexually abusing a child in Pembrokeshire. A plaque is to be unveiled to mark the centenary of a World War Two submarine commander. A dog has been rescued after falling down a cliff in Devon. Scotland's most popular beaches have been rated as the best in the world. A motorcyclist has died following a crash in Kilkeel, County Antrim. Neil McCann has returned to Dundee as interim manager. Two crematorium workers who accidentally scattered the ashes of a family have been sacked. All pictures are copyrighted. A sculpture honouring musician Michael Ronson has been unveiled in his home city of Hull. Gardeners' choice for their plants is "diminution of choice", says BBC Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don. A new football pitch has been built in Cardiff ahead of the Champions League final. Solihull Moors have signed Matt Edwards from National League rivals Braintree Town on a two-year deal. A Londonderry man has been told to "go easy on the paella and cerveza" before going on holiday. Tranmere Rovers have signed defender Kemar Dugdale on a two-year deal following his release by Braintree Town. A huntsman has told a court he was present when a fox was chased by hounds. Nicola Sturgeon has said Scotland should not face the prospect of leaving the EU at the end of the Brexit deal. President Donald Trump has announced that the US will withdraw from the Paris climate agreement. A US man who spent 22 years in prison after being wrongly convicted has been cleared of murder. The US economy added fewer jobs than expected in May, official figures have shown. Two Welsh cities have launched their bids to become UK City of Culture. The Liberal Democrats have apologised to an estate agent after their election campaign was called "theresa May". Rex Tillerson was one of the most powerful figures in the Trump administration on climate change. Wales' Jamie Donaldson will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Nordea Masters in Sweden. Police investigating the death of a woman in Dumfries have said they have found a man they want to speak to. American Jason Dufner will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Wells Fargo Championship in North Carolina. Steven Naismith says he is relishing the prospect of playing more football under new Norwich City manager Daniel Farke. More than 200 cases of child sexual exploitation (CSE) in West Yorkshire are being investigated by police. Bruno Alves is the "perfect fit" for Pedro Caixinha's Rangers side, according to former team-mate Mick McCarthy. A 23-year-old man has been seriously injured after being attacked by a gang in west Belfast. Theresa May should take responsibility for her claim that the UK has been "too soft" on extremism, the leader of Plaid Cymru has said. Zanzibar has applied to become a member of world football's governing body Fifa, according to the Tanzanian Football Federation (TFF). In the wake of the London Bridge attack, Tony Blair made a statement. St Johnstone have signed Northern Ireland international Kyle McClean. (Close): Shares in Easyjet and IAG were among the biggest fallers on the FTSE 100. If you're a fan of Harry Potter, then you'll have heard of a new breed of celebrity clubs. China has criticised the arrest of 20 Chinese nationals on suspicion of illegal mining in Zambia. Miranda has made her West End debut as Miss Hannigan in Annie. England Under-20s reached the semi-finals of the Under-20 World Cup with a 1-0 win over Mexico. A plastic snake has been rescued by the Scottish SPCA in Aberdeen. Wigan Athletic have signed Oxford United defender Lewis Dunkley on a two-year deal. National League side Ebbsfleet United have signed striker Luke Mills following his release by National League rivals Whitehawk. A police sergeant involved in the investigation into the death of an 11-year-old boy has spoken to a school manager. A 73-year-old man has gone on trial accused of sexually assaulting girls at a Cardiff mosque. Mae'r Democratiaid Rhyddfrydol wedi dweud eu bod nhw'n refferendwm ar ddiwedd y trafodaethau Brexit. A man who hid his girlfriend's body in a cupboard with things on top of her has been jailed. Prime Minister Theresa May needs to explain why cuts to police numbers were not taken when one of the London attackers was known to the security services, Labour has said. A firefighter has been sacked after a woman died in a house fire. Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard will miss the start of the new season after having ankle surgery. Josh Taylor could make the first defence of his WBO world bantamweight title at London's SSE Arena on Saturday, says promoter Eddie Hearn. Romelu Lukaku says he is in talks with Everton about a new contract. Malorie Blackman, Chris Riddell andQuentin Blake have been sworn in as the UK's children's laureate. German authorities are investigating a rise in the number of migrants claiming to be the father of children. Teenage Worcestershire seamer Tom Tongue took five wickets to put his side in a strong position against Glamorgan at New Road. A man with bowel cancer has become the first person to climb Mount Everest. The US has criticised the UN Human Rights Council for its "chronic anti-Israel bias". Cameroon defender Vincent Chedjou has joined Turkish side Istanbul Basaksehir on a two-year deal. Notts County have appointed former BBC presenter Steve Fletcher as their new chief executive. The number of nurses working in the Scottish NHS has risen by more than a third in a year. National League side Torquay United have signed Gibraltar international Alex Rodman on a two-year deal. Plans to ban the use of wild animals in circuses in Scotland could have "massive" consequences, MSPs have been told. Mae cynlluniau penodol wedi ei gymeradwyo i ddatblygu ardal i'r gogledd ar de o Ffordd Ystumllwynarth. Bolton Wanderers have re-signed midfielder Paul Mullin on a two-year deal. It's a big day for the Clooney family. Former England striker Carlton Cole says he is still waiting for a kidney transplant. A US woman accused of helping her boyfriend take his own life told him he was "about to die", a court has heard. Police in the Republic of Ireland are continuing to question a man in his 30s in connection with the London terror attack. Cincinnati Reds' Scooter Gennett became the first player to hit four homers in a game since 1894 as he hit four in his side's 4-1 win over the Cincinnati Reds. (Close): London's leading shares closed lower, with banking stocks leading the way. Derby County have signed midfielder Ben Davies from Hull City for an undisclosed fee. At least 30 people have been killed in a severe storm that has hit South Africa's Western Cape. Jonnie Peacock and Kadeena Cox have been named in the Great Britain team for the IPC Athletics World Championships in London. A Paris woman is taking legal action against the French government over air pollution. A baby pine marten has been filmed climbing a tree in Ceredigion. In our series of letters from African journalists, film-maker and columnist Farai Sevenzo looks at TV pranks in the Middle East. The director of US intelligence has said he does not know what he knows and does not know. US stocks closed higher on Wednesday, recovering some of the previous day's losses. It is not every day you get a job in a snack food business. A rig is to be used in the decommissioning of the Beatrice field in the North Sea. UK scientists say they have found a new way to treat pigs without antibiotics. Singer Phil Collins has postponed two gigs in London after suffering a head injury in the early hours of Wednesday. Sussex all-rounder Luke Magoffin has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury. Newcastle United have been banned from attending football matches by a High Court judge. Shane McGuigan junior says Josh Taylor is a "phenomenal force". Wales goalkeeper Danny Ward says he would like to stay at Huddersfield. Labour has won Cardiff North from the Conservatives. It's been a long time for the Conservatives in Scotland. 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US President Donald Trump has accused former FBI chief James Comey of being a " leaker". Theresa May's speech to the House of Commons was a strange one. Facebook has been criticised by the mother of a murdered schoolgirl after a BBC investigation found a number of accounts belonging to convicted sex offenders. Spanish man Ignacio Echeverra, who died in Saturday's terror attack in London, is to be awarded the country's highest honour. Michael Hutchinson has been airlifted to hospital after suffering a broken leg in a crash in the Superbike race at the Isle of Man TT. Schalke have appointed Domenico Tedesco as their new head coach. A man has died after his car left the A90 in Dumfries and Galloway. The Scottish FA has confirmed it is in talks with the Scotland Women's team over terms and conditions. Archaeologists have uncovered a "major discovery" at a medieval castle. A man has been arrested in connection with a serious assault in Glasgow city centre. Fans at Download are being encouraged to pose for selfies with police. England have won the Under-20 World Cup in Russia. US clothing retailer Abercrombie & Fitch has been criticised for tweeting a picture of Kayla, a merchandiser. In the wake of the general election, there is a feeling that the party is "holding on to nurse for fear of something worse". A man arrested in connection with the London Bridge attack has been released without charge. Police in the Brazilian city of Sao Paulo have cleared shacks and tents set up by drug addicts. A China Eastern Airlines flight has made an emergency landing after an engine fault. Rafael Nadal is one of the world's most famous tennis players. The number of young people voting in the UK's general election has more than doubled in a year. A teenager has died after falling from a statue. Spencer Spencer’s description of Microsoft’s next-generation Xbox One console was clear. Ed Sheeran took to the stage at Parklife in Manchester for the first time this year. UK consumers are starting to "splutter", according to credit card firm Visa. Liam Livingstone has been named in the England squad for the one-day series against South Africa. Josephine, the lead singer of indie band Oh Wonder, was the victim of the London bombings. Washington and Maryland are suing US President Donald Trump over his business interests. Mae Eisteddfod Genedlaethol wedi cael ei chynnal ym Modedern ar Ynys Mn rhwng 4-12 Awst. The number of reported hate crimes in Canada rose in 2015, according to new figures. Theresa May was given a standing ovation at the Conservative Party conference in Downing Street. Mae'r Prif Weinidog Theresa May wedi cymryd ei le fel Gweinidog Gwladol dros adael yr UE yn y refferendwm y llynedd. Welsh Secretary Alun Cairns has called for a cross-party consensus on Brexit. Ciara Mageean has been ruled out of the Irish Team for the European Team meeting. Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has been sentenced to six months in prison for embezzlement. Heineken's takeover of Punch pubs has been criticised by the UK's competition watchdog. Katy Perry has said there are "fish to fry" Taylor Swift. Scotland has missed its climate change target for the first time, according to official figures. Birds and bumblebees are more likely to fight for nesting sites later in the year, research suggests. Meet former rally champion David Llewellin and his shooting star son Ben. Stuart Hogg was ruled out of the British and Irish Lions' game against the Crusaders with a knee injury. Scotland forward Alan Forsyth says it will be a "great opportunity" for his side to reach the Hockey World League semi-finals in London. Former Newcastle United midfielder Cheick Tiote was "like a brother" at his funeral in China, according to team-mate Papiss Cisse. Cheltenham Town defender Luke Prosser has signed a new one-year contract with the National League club. Mae Heddlu Llundain wedi cadarnhau bellach fod 74 o bobl yn cael eu trin mewn ysbytai, gydag 20 mewn cyflwr difrifol. Rory McIlroy says he is "totally fine" to play at the US Open. TV presenter Richard Hammond has revealed he has had surgery on his knee after being injured in a crash on The Grand Tour in Switzerland. Businesses on the Isle of Wight have called for compensation after the new chain ferry broke down and ran aground. A 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murder of a woman whose body was found in undergrowth in Dublin on Saturday. A man has died following a two-vehicle crash on the A1 near Ballymena, County Antrim. MK Dons have signed Morecambe defender Luke Edwards on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee. A man has died after being hit by a car in Gwynedd. The Australian government has agreed to pay A$70m (£70m) to settle a legal case brought by asylum seekers in Papua New Guinea (PNG). Scottish football attendances hit a record high in the 2016-17 season. Great Britain's Lois Toulson won gold in the women's 10m platform at the European Championships. Heather Rabbatts is to step down from the Football Association's board at the end of the season. The BBC has said it "strongly refutes any suggestion" that an award-winning sequence of iguana v snakes was faked. A man has been jailed for life for murdering a rival gang member in south-east London. A £1.2m link road between the east of Cardiff and the bay is to open to traffic. A rare edition of Adolf Hitler's Mein Kampf is to be sold at auction. The funeral of a fan of Ariana Grande who died in the Manchester attack has taken place. Northern Ireland's political parties are due to meet the prime minister in London on Friday. Ireland fly-half Johnny Sexton will start for the British and Irish Lions against the Maori All Blacks on Saturday. Walsall have signed defender Shaun Leahy from Falkirk on a two-year deal. I had a dream come true. It's not every day you get a gift. Plans for a new McDonald's restaurant in Bristol have been approved by a planning inspector. UK retail sales volumes fell in the first three months of the year, according to official figures. Grenfell Tower residents should be re-housed in London and as close as possible to home, Jeremy Corbyn has said. An inquest into the deaths of the victims of the Manchester attack has been opened and adjourned. Liverpool's new £1.2m architecture centre has opened to the public. A man has been found guilty of killing his ex-girlfriend in a flat. 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Scotland's health watchdog has called for an end to the "overwhelming tide" in unhealthy food promotions. A US student who was detained in North Korea is in a coma, his doctors say. North Korean hackers were behind last month's WannaCry ransomware attack, the BBC has learned. Theresa May has been confronted by protesters as she met residents of Grenfell Tower in west London. A man who saved the life of MP Jo Cox has been awarded the George Cross in the Queen's Birthday Honours list. League One side Sheffield Wednesday will host League One side Fleetwood in the first round of the EFL Cup. Welsh students who do not pay tuition fees in Wales have repaid their loans, according to new figures. Councils across England are carrying out "urgent reviews" of their high-rise buildings following the Grenfell Tower fire. Dale Evans won the WBO lightweight title with a unanimous points decision over Liam Ormond at London's O2 Arena. India captain Virat Kohli will lead his team into Sunday's World Twenty20 final against Pakistan in Dharamsala. Police have named a man they want to speak to after a football match was abandoned. Tommy Wright says he is "happy" at St Johnstone. Mae BBC Cymru yn deall fod y digwyddiad yn ymwneud yn ffrwydro o fewn tanc Challenger. A man has been charged in connection with a ram-raid on a Fife supermarket. England's Paul Casey is one shot behind leader Tommy Fleetwood after two rounds of the US Open. Cuba has condemned President Donald Trump's decision to tighten US sanctions on the island. AMs have met Irish ministers to discuss the issue of the Irish border after Brexit. England women completed a series whitewash over world champions New Zealand with a bonus-point win in Wellington. Andre Ward says he is looking forward to making a "statement" in his rematch with Sergey Kovalev in Las Vegas on Saturday. A murder investigation has been launched after a man was stabbed to death in Manchester. A woman who helped raise money for the families of four people killed in a fire has been awarded an MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours. Two London Underground lines have been temporarily closed due to the fire at Grenfell Tower. Wales Under-20s ended their Under-20 World Cup campaign with a hard-fought victory over Italy. England's Tommy Fleetwood is three shots behind leader Brian Harman going into the final round of the US Open. Pembroke beat BreadyBready by nine wickets in the North-West Cup on Saturday. Paul Smith has been knocked out of the WBA super-bantamweight title after losing a unanimous points decision to Germany's Christian Zeuge. Two children and a man have been taken to hospital after their car crashed through a barrier. A body has been found in the search for a missing cyclist in Cornwall. Cameras in three Denbighshire towns are to be switched to England. Hull FC will face Leeds Rhinos in the semi-finals of the Challenge Cup. Senga beat Shutter Speed to win the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot. England won the World Rugby Sevens Series with a 24-7 victory over New Zealand in Tbilisi. It's that time of year again when you're with your dog. On the outskirts of the Gaza Strip, a new building is under way. Wigan Warriors have been fined £10,000 by the Rugby Football League for delaying their Super League game at Widnes Vikings. Paul Stirling and Sam Robson hit centuries as Middlesex dominated day one against Yorkshire at Lord's. A man was arrested after getting himself up on the roof of a church in Edinburgh. Glastonbury is getting under way. Belfast's Michael McCracken has become the first Irish boxer to reach the quarter-finals of the European Championships in Ukraine. Four people have appeared in court charged with the murder of a man at a former mill in Greater Manchester. Northern Ireland's former enterprise minister has said he will investigate claims that Invest NI's rent was double the market rate. Living With Lions is one of the most quotable films of all time. Tiger Woods says he is receiving "professional help" to manage his medications and sleep disorder. The future of a Linfield v Celtic football match dominates the front pages of Tuesday's papers. Have you ever used your wee to power your phone? The family of a nine-year-old boy killed in a hit-and-run crash in Greece have said they are "devastated". France's justice minister, Marie Goulard, has resigned. The daughter of the first baby to be born on an air ambulance 40 years ago has joined Loganair's cabin crew. A man who murdered a pensioner in Glasgow has been jailed for at least 13 years. Nasa's Kepler Telescope has discovered 216 planets around our Solar System. Rangers have appointed Manchester City's Mark Allen as their new director of football. The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) is calling for more animals to be allowed on wards. Images courtesy of AFP, EPA, Getty Images and Reuters A man has been charged with possessing a knife and an axe in Kidderminster. Victoria Azarenka made a winning return to tennis for the first time in more than a year. New Wales lock Tomas Thornton says he is relishing the prospect of making his debut in Friday's Test against Samoa. The Mexican Football Federation (FF) has warned the country's fans not to chant homophobic or discriminatory chants. David DeLeon is a big fan of clothes. Holyrood will be given new powers after Brexit as part of the Queen's Speech. Power has been restored to thousands of homes and businesses in Lancashire after a substation went offline. Romania's Prime Minister Sorin Grindeanu has survived a vote of no confidence in the parliament. It is a year since the UK voted to leave the European Union. Political parties in Wales should stop talking about "hard and soft Brexit", a Labour AM has said. Two people have been charged in connection with the death of a three-year-old boy at a water park. A Venezuelan baseball coach has called for the country's sport to be cancelled this year. Former Wales and Barbarians flanker John Faull has died at the age of 83. Lancashire moved up to second in Division One with a 10-wicket win over Hampshire at Old Trafford. Police in India have dropped sedition charges against seven Muslim men arrested after they cheered for Pakistan in the Champions Trophy. A man has been arrested after a police officer was hit by a car in Hamilton. Great Britain's Martyn Rooney says he would "love" to receive his Beijing Olympic medal. Highland Council has said it is seeking quotes for repairs to public toilets on Skye. Three urgent care units at three hospitals have been closed overnight in a bid to meet demand. League One side Leyton Orient have been taken over by a consortium led by Nigel Travis. The number of people being homeless in England has risen to its highest level since records began. Lewis Hamilton says his Mercedes team must improve if they are to win the Formula 1 title. Partick Thistle captain Leon Osman says the club do not want manager Alan Archibald to leave Firhill. Four people have gone on trial accused of murdering a vulnerable man in his own home. League One side Walsall have signed Crewe Alexandra midfielder Jon Davies on a two-year deal. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) says it is "happy" to discuss North Korea's possible participation in the 2018 Winter Olympics. A charity worker accused of defrauding a 92-year-old woman out of more than £1m has denied being a liar. Thousands of people have attended the funeral of US student Otto Warmbier, who died after being held in North Korea. The reaction to the Finsbury Park terror attack has been overwhelmingly positive. Linfield's Champions League qualifier against Celtic will take place on 28 June. sina Adebayo Adesina, the president of the United Nations, has won this year's World Food Prize. US President Donald Trump has said he has not made any recordings of his conversations with former FBI chief James Comey. EU citizens living in the UK will be given the same rights as Britons after Brexit, the prime minister has said. Masters champion Sergio Garcia shot a six-under-par 66 to move into contention at the BMW Masters. German Chancellor Angela Merkel has welcomed the UK's offer to EU citizens living in the UK to keep their rights after Brexit. India has accused Pakistan of trying to influence the case of an Indian man on death row. Online gambling firms have been accused by the UK's competition watchdog of breaking consumer law. Championship side Leeds United have signed defender Piotr Klich on a two-year deal following his release by Borussia Monchengladbach. The English Football League is to donate £250,000 to the families of the victims of the Grenfell Tower fire. A US appeals court has ordered the release of Brendan Dassey, a man featured in the Netflix documentary Making a Murderer. A man has been arrested after a woman was raped at a railway station. Walsall have signed Carlisle United goalkeeper Ben Alnwick on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee. When you think of humpback whales, it's easy to see them in the early stages. US President Donald Trump has said special counsel Robert Mueller should recuse himself from the Russia investigation. The Council for the Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA) is investigating an allegation of exam malpractice. Some of the quirkier snippets from the news in Oxford that we did not know last week: Petra Kvitova reached the semi-finals of the Aegon Classic in Birmingham with a 7-6 (7-5) win over American Varvara Lepchenko. Sergio Garcia and Henrik Stenson will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the BMW PGA Championship. The father of a protester shot dead in Venezuela's capital, Caracas, has appealed to President Nicols Maduro. When I first met Henry O'Connell on the first day of my first Test at Lord's, he was greeted with a mixture of delight and delight. The leisure centre in Camden, north London, is a hive of activity. Irish light-welterweight Michael O'Donnell has won gold at the European Boxing Championships with victory over Russia's Ilya Gadzhimagomedov. Guinea international Ibrahima Camara has joined French side Guingamp on a season-long loan from Derby County. US President Donald Trump has accused President Barack Obama of failing to act on allegations of Russian meddling in the US election. The UK will continue to offer free trade to the world's poorest countries after Brexit, the government has announced. Tommy Seymour will captain the British and Irish Lions in Tuesday's second Test against New Zealand. Millions of Muslims are celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the festival of the end of Ramadan. A driver has been caught speeding on the M1 in East Yorkshire. Cameroon were knocked out of the Confederations Cup in the quarter-finals by Germany. Holyrood's local government committee is to carry out an inquiry into the safety of high-rise flats in Scotland. One of the UK's most famous collectors has died. Dawid Malan hit an unbeaten 109 as England completed a 3-0 Twenty20 series whitewash over South Africa in Port Elizabeth. Ireland made it two wins from two at the EuroHockey Championships with a 4-2 victory over Germany in Berlin. US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has rejected a list of demands from four Gulf states for Qatar. Portugal reached the semi-finals of the Confederations Cup with a 1-1 draw against Australia. Glamorgan chief executive Hugh Morris says it is "very proud" of having three full houses for England matches. Violence has broken out during a protest over the death of a man who was stopped by police. A 16-year-old boy has been charged with raping a 15-year-old girl in a park. The Co-operative Bank says it has agreed a plan to recapitalise the bank. Shrewsbury Town have signed Reading midfielder George Jules on a season-long loan deal. Ireland's Andrew English won the 800m at the European Indoor Championships in Sweden. A group of students are working on a new kind of bus. Hampshire were made to toil by Somerset's bowlers on day one at the Ageas Bowl. Glamorgan were made to toil by Derbyshire's bowlers on the first day of the County Championship at Cardiff. Tributes have been paid to a veterinary nurse who died in a crash. Manchester City are interested in signing Liverpool defender Alberto Moreno. Reading midfielder Riga has joined Polish side Lech Poznan on a season-long loan. Sweden's former foreign minister, Johan Gustafsson, has been released after being kidnapped by al-Qaeda in Mali in 2013. Trading standards in England are as strong as its weakest link, it has been claimed. St Johnstone were knocked out of the Europa League in the first qualifying round by FK Trakai at McDiarmid Park. Leon Goretzka scored twice as Germany beat Mexico to reach the Confederations Cup final. Singer Charlotte Williams has announced the loss of her third child. Residents of a tower block in Sheffield have said they feel "betrayed" after it failed fire safety tests. The world's trade in food is at risk from natural disasters, according to a new report. Two men have been jailed for life for the murder of a Chinese takeaway owner in County Antrim. Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to trace after a security guard was racially abused on a train. A councillor is facing legal action over her involvement in tree-felling protests. Huddersfield Town manager David Wagner has signed a new two-year contract with the Championship club. Hillsborough match commander David Duckenfield is among six people charged with offences relating to the 1989 disaster. Arsenal have extended their partnership with Barnet until the end of the season. One of the world's biggest space projects, OneWeb, is getting under way. Leyton Orient have appointed former boss Chris Porter as their new chief executive. National League side Boreham Wood have signed defender Jamie Proctor on a two-year deal following his release by National League rivals Braintree Town. Chris Wakely and Tom Keogh hit centuries as Northants took control against Leicestershire at Wantage Road. A man's body has been recovered from the sea off the Vale of Glamorgan coast. Jockey Michelle Payne has been suspended after testing positive for a banned substance. Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in Hong Kong to mark the 20th anniversary of the handover of the city. Halle Berry was the first black actress to win an Oscar for her role in The Glass. Oscar Pérez was one of Venezuela's most wanted men. At least 30 civilians have been killed in an air strike on a house in eastern Syria, activists say. Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to trace after a man was racially abused on a train. Archaeologists have discovered a "stone square circle" inside a Stonehenge monument complex in Gloucestershire. Cladding on high-rise buildings in England has failed fire safety tests, the prime minister has said. National League side Ebbsfleet United have signed midfielder Josh Weston following his release by Wycombe Wanderers. More than £1m has been spent on finding a new burial site in Oxford. A third man has been jailed for murdering a man and burying his body in an outhouse. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are to attend a service to mark the 20th anniversary of the death of Princess Diana. The Ulster-Scots language was once one of the most important issues in Northern Ireland's history. Bonfire makers in Belfast say they have been left stranded in a car park. British and Irish Lions wing George North and centre Robbie Henshaw have been ruled out of the tour of New Zealand. A health trust is facing an unlimited fine after a patient fell from a roof at a mental health unit. Police have closed an investigation into a hit-and-run crash involving Tour de France champion Chris Froome. A man is in a critical condition after being hit by a lorry on the M6 in Staffordshire. Victoria Williams was on her way to school when she was told her son had Down's syndrome. The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) has launched a £250m programme to improve Britain's tennis courts. Andy Murray has pulled out of a pre- Wimbledon match because of a hip injury. Sony is to resume production of vinyl records for the first time in more than 30 years. Hibernian have signed goalkeeper Yohan Marciano on a two-year deal. A flower shop has been inundated with calls from callers pretending to be TalkTalk workers. The UK's airspace authority is predicted to have the highest amount of traffic it has ever had for a summer period. A man arrested after 10 people were hospitalised after taking a "pink champagne" was mistakenly taken as MDMA. UCI president Brian Cookson says he is "not trying to dodge any of his responsibility" at British Cycling. A man who was seen with a fake gun near two West Sussex primary schools has been jailed for eight weeks. It's been a busy week for Welsh MPs. Kilmarnock have signed Liam Waters from Alloa Athletic for an undisclosed fee. The families of five men who died when a wall collapsed at a recycling plant have said they have "never had any answers" about why they died. Mae Eisteddfod Genedlaethol wedi cael ei gwneud yn barod am y sefyllfa. Norwich City midfielder James Maddison has signed a new three-and-a-half-year contract with the Championship club. US tennis star Venus Williams is being investigated by police over a car crash in which a man died. The world's chemical weapons watchdog has concluded that a suspected sarin attack on a rebel-held town in north-western Syria last month killed more than 200 people. When Frasers Choe says he wanted to start a business. Four councillors have been filmed falling asleep at a public meeting. Essex spinner Steve Harmer says he has "ride the wave" after taking a career-best nine wickets. One of Nigeria's most notorious kidnap kingpins has filed a law suit against the police. Derry's hopes of winning the All-Ireland Football Championship suffered a blow as they were beaten by Mayo in extra time. A teacher who used a personal email account to contact a pupil has been struck off. Championship side Ipswich Town have signed Wales Under-19 midfielder Tom James on a season-long loan from Premier League side Burnley. It has been a remarkable year for Andy Murray. People in Wales could save more than £1bn a year by cycling or walking to work, a charity has said. Cuts to funding for sport in Wales are a "public health issue", the head of the sport's governing body has said. Jeremy Corbyn has written to Theresa May calling for a wider inquiry into the Grenfell Tower fire to be split into two parts. A 19-year-old woman has been shot dead in a road rage incident in the US state of Georgia. Luton Town have signed Birmingham City midfielder Scott Brown on a season-long loan deal. shellfish harvesters have been warned not to eat shellfish in parts of Argyll and Bute. Last year, Scottish Rugby chief executive Mark Dodson and Irish Rugby chief executive Nick Browne spoke about the future of the Pro12. Richard Fearon's career in the 100m was over. Morocco midfielder Rachid Belhanda has joined Galatasaray from Dynamo Kiev on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Scotland's agriculture minister has said the majority of farmers have received their EU subsidies. cels of one of Walt Disney's most famous films have been sold at auction for more than £10,000. An elderly woman was hit with a crowbar during a robbery at a church in Cardiff. Former Scotland coach Alan Solomons says the new Pro12 will be "brutal" for two South African teams. Michael Farmer won Sunday's opening race of the British Superbike Championship at Donington Park. The Scottish government has said that two-thirds of the country's economic growth is down to the oil and gas downturn. Mae'r Tour de France wedi gyrraedd y llinell derfyn yn Liege, gyda Thomas. Gatwick Airport was closed after a drone was spotted circling over the south coast. One of the victims of the Rochdale child sex exploitation ring has said victims are still being listened to. At least 18 people have been killed after a bus collided with a lorry on a motorway in Germany. League One side Crewe Alexandra have signed former Scunthorpe United midfielder Paul Nolan on a one-year deal. A 19-year-old man has been jailed for life for plotting a terror attack in London. The number of nurses working in the NHS in England has risen since 2010, according to the latest figures from the Royal College of Nursing. Linfield will face Celtic in the second qualifying round of the Europa League after Jordan Stewart's late goal saw off San Marino's La Fiorita 1-0. A police officer has been praised for delivering a baby girl after he was stopped by a car. Two women have been taken to hospital after being rescued from a house fire in Bournemouth. Arsenal Ladies captain Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has signed a new one-year contract with the Women's Super League One club. It's been a bad day for the US stock market. The family of a murdered County Tyrone teenager have called on the prison service to let them know when the killer is due to be released. Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was stabbed to death. Green Day have said they are "devastated" by the decision to cancel a concert in Glasgow. A man has been charged with murder after a man was stabbed to death in Essex. A 26-year-old man has been charged in connection with a serious assault in Paisley. Hundreds of beaches across the UK are not covered by lifeguards, the BBC has learned. 3D imaging of the body has been developed by researchers in Japan. Tranmere Rovers have signed Millwall striker Alex Preston on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee. There will be no support for deaf people looking for work in Wales, a charity has warned. Barbara Balshaw is the new director of the Tate in central London. Bradford City have signed MK Dons striker George Taft on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Welsh walker Laura Davies says it is "unbelievable" to have qualified for the World Championships in London. World number one Angelique Kerber reached the second round of Wimbledon with a straight-set win over Italy's Camila Falconi. As the UK celebrates its 100th birthday, BBC Wales takes a look at some of the UK's oldest railways. An Iranian cartoonist has won a competition to depict Donald Trump as a Nazi symbol. Anthony Tomic says he will retire from tennis after his second-round defeat by Alexander Zverev at Wimbledon. Flood defences in a town where a bridge collapsed during the Christmas period remain low, a report has said. Glasgow City Council has said the right of the Orange Order to march has been "balanced" by the responsibility to ensure the rights of others are not infringed. League One side MK Dons have signed Bury striker George Taft on loan until the end of the season. Police in Milan have arrested four teenagers suspected of carrying out a series of armed robberies in the city. Oil giant Shell has apologised after a group of men kissed a cutout of a female employee in Malaysia. All images are copyrighted. Shrewsbury Town have signed former Walsall defender Adam MacGillivray on a one-year deal. Last year, Formula 4 racer Billy Connolly was seriously injured in a crash. prejudice-based bullying is "on the increase", according to a report by MSPs. A mother and her daughter have pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of a teenager who drowned during a swimming lesson. Six Canadian armed forces members have been removed from active duty after they were filmed carrying a British flag at a First Nations ceremony in Halifax. A minister has been heckled by MPs over the plight of women in the 50s. At least 12 people have been killed in a shootout in northern Mexico, officials say. The chief executive of Chinese search giant Baidu has been suspended after a video emerged of him in the back of a self-driving car in Beijing. Human remains have been found during a dig at Brighton's Corn Exchange. Rangers have signed midfielder Graham Dorrans from Norwich City for an undisclosed fee. Premier League matches will be shown live on Sky Sports for the 2016-17 season. League Two side Colchester United have signed former Watford goalkeeper Martin Gilmartin and Colchester goalkeeper Dean Brill. A man jailed for murdering a 15-year-old girl has gone on trial accused of raping and sexually assaulting two girls. League One side Accrington Stanley have signed striker Adam Barnett on a two-year deal following his release by MK Dons. A "Jekyll and Hyde" man has been jailed for life for killing two women. Aer Lingus has announced it is to stop flying between Dublin and Dublin. Rory Burns hit a career-best 204 as Surrey drew with Hampshire at the Oval. A row has broken out over the paint of a car in Manchester. League One side Sheffield United have signed Fulham midfielder Richard Davies on a season-long loan deal. Crawley Town have signed striker Ryan Verheydt from Dutch side Maastricht for an undisclosed fee. The TRNSMT music festival is getting under way in Glasgow. At least three people are missing after a building collapsed in the Italian city of Naples. A child sent a text saying they were tied up by their father before he was shot dead by police, an inquest has heard. Burnley have signed Republic of Ireland striker Jon Walters from Stoke City for an undisclosed fee. A woman has been raped after leaving Henley Royal Regatta. England will face China A in the quarter-finals of the World Grand Prix. Johanna Konta says she is not thinking about winning the women's singles title at Wimbledon. World number one Andy Murray came from a set down to beat Italy's Fabio Fognini and reach the fourth round at Wimbledon. One of Japan's biggest advertising agencies, Dentsu, has been charged over the death of a worker. law firm Leigh Day has said it is "extremely seriously" after it was reported to have sent a poster to Grenfell Tower survivors. The death toll from flooding in southern Japan has risen to 39, the government says. Thousands of people have attended the Twelfth of July parade in Rossnowlagh, County Donegal. The British and Irish Lions' tour of New Zealand was one of the best in the world. At least 12 people have been killed in clashes between security forces and protesters in Indian-administered Kashmir. Ballyliffin in County Donegal will host the 2017 Irish Open. Northern Ireland's Katherine Grainger won gold in the men's single sculls at the European Rowing Championships in Racice. Iraqi forces have retaken Mosul from so-called Islamic State. Kenya's president has accused the electoral commission of "intimidation" after it was ordered not to print ballot papers. The UK government's decision not to suspend arms sales to Saudi Arabia was "rational", the High Court has ruled. Doctors in the UK are to seek a fresh hearing in the case of terminally-ill Charlie Gard. Andrew Lloyd Webber has defended the cost of West End theatre. A biker is taking legal action against a brewery over its decision to ban bikers from its premises. Hibernian defender Ryan Stevenson says he would love to be part of the club for a few more years. A look back at some of the top entertainment stories over the past seven days. Two men died in an explosion in a paint-spraying booth bought from an RAF base, an inquest has heard. Raith Rovers have made their third summer signing by bringing in former Kilmarnock midfielder Ryan Johnston from Kirkcaldy. A golf club owner has been jailed after a diver drowned in a lake. South African scrum-half Ruan van Rooyen says he would prefer to play in the Pro12. A new road in Taunton has opened to traffic after months of delays. A five-year-old boy has been investigated for "sexting" by police. Silverstone will end its contract to host the British Grand Prix after 2019. A loyalist bonfire in north Belfast has been lit on the Eleventh Night of July. Belgium's ban on full-face veils in public is justifiable in principle, the European Court of Human Rights has ruled. The voice of Kermit the Frog is to be replaced by a new voice, according to reports. A Japanese pensioner accused of murdering her fourth husband and three other men with cyanide has told a court she committed the crime. British actress Viola Jumbo has said Britain is "pulling the plug" on its talent. People in some parts of the world are more active than ever before, according to a new study. Scotland has set a new record of 13 athletes at the World Championships in London. A man who tried to travel to Syria to fight with so-called Islamic State has been jailed for more than five years. Revised plans for a £100m development in Manchester city centre have been unveiled by former footballers Wayne Rooney and Wayne Rooney. A teenager who took her own life was "failed" by the NHS, an inquest has heard. The world’s open ocean is at risk, according to a new report. A South African woman accused of posing as a lawyer to represent Oscar Pistorius has appeared in court. Wall Street markets were little changed on Tuesday after the release of emails from Donald Trump's campaign team. A man has described the moment he found a newborn baby girl in a bus stop. Huddersfield Giants secured a top-eight finish in Super League with victory over Leigh Centurions. Sherlock Holmes is one of the world's most famous detectives. St Helens came from behind to beat Catalans Dragons and move up to fourth in Super League. One of the world's biggest bankers has said he will move hundreds of jobs out of the UK after Brexit. A Viscount has been found guilty of posting a "threatening" Facebook post about Gina Miller. Silverstone "got their maths wrong" over the future of the British Grand Prix, says former Formula 1 driver Jenson Button. Sinn Fin has called on unionists to condemn "hatemongers" who put a replica coffin bearing the image of Martin McGuinness on bonfires. Labour has accused the Conservatives of promoting personal attacks during the general election campaign. Conor McGregor says he will "knock" Floyd Mayweather out "inside four rounds" in their super-fight on 26 May. Para-athlete Abdullah Hayayei died after being hit by a metal pole during a training session. British number one Johanna Konta has made it through to the semi-finals of Wimbledon. David Barak is a leading oil and gas scientist. Edrington has appointed Crawford Gillies as its new chairman following the departure of Paul Murray. Kilmarnock have signed midfielder Dom Thomas from Motherwell for an undisclosed fee. Mesut Ozil says he wants to stay at Arsenal after the club's pre-season tour to China. Charges have been dropped against a blogger accused of harassing a council leader. A 25-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of a woman who was hit by a car. A Canadian man says he is lucky to be alive after being struck by lightning during his wedding. Shay Logan says he was "more than happy" at Aberdeen after signing a new contract with manager Derek McInnes. The government's Brexit bill is facing opposition from the Scottish and Welsh governments. Thousands of people have been evacuated from a village in southern Italy as wildfires rage across the country. Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor clashed at a promotional event ahead of their Las Vegas fight. An 80-year-old man has died after being pulled from the River Nith in Edinburgh. It's that time of year again. Plans to close a care home in Ceredigion have been described as "absurd" by unions. The Scottish government has ordered the removal of beavers from a river in the Highlands. The family of an 86-year-old woman from Scotland who moved to Australia to live with her family have said they are facing "years of limbo". A woman has appeared in court charged with the murder of her seven-year-old son in Dublin. Police in Pakistan have arrested a landowner for allegedly tying a boy to a donkey and beating it to death. Mae'r e-bost ddweud fod "yr holl broses o ethol a phenodi Esgob Llandaf". Ajax midfielder Abdelhak Nouri is in a critical condition after suffering brain damage during a pre-season match. A newborn baby girl has been found abandoned at a bus stop in north Wales. Manchester City have completed the signing of England full-back Kyle Walker from Tottenham. An augmented reality experience is to be offered at this year's HebCelt music festival. A football club has returned to its home town for the first time in seven years. Hibernian manager Neil Lennon says he was "never a lover of pre-season" as he prepares for his side's Scottish League Cup opener against Montrose. The former head of Fifa's inspection team for the 2018 and 2022 World Cups has been banned for two years. Police investigating the rape of a woman in west Belfast have released CCTV images of two men they want to trace. A man is to stand trial accused of attacking a doctor with a razor blade at a hospital in North Lanarkshire. A Muslim man who came out as gay has said he has received death threats and abuse since he married. An Air Canada plane has been involved in a near-miss at San Francisco's airport. A German man has been jailed for six months for causing the death of a motorcyclist in Gwynedd. A terminally ill man has launched a legal challenge to the law on assisted dying in England and Wales. Cuba has accused US President Donald Trump of using "old and hostile rhetoric" against the island. The cultivation of coca, the raw ingredient for cocaine, has more than doubled in a year, according to a UN report. Two teenagers have died in a crash in Cumbria. Dundee United have signed teenage goalkeeper Harry Lewis from Southampton for an undisclosed fee. A California man has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for killing 18 cats. An Air France flight was forced to make an emergency landing at Glasgow's Prestwick Airport after a smell of burning on board. League Two side AFC Wimbledon have signed Millwall defender Abdou on a two-year deal. Macclesfield Town have signed striker Shaun Marsh on a two-year deal following his release by National League rivals Dover Athletic. Leeds Rhinos prop George Galloway has been ruled out for the rest of the season with an Achilles injury. Real Madrid have signed Manchester City striker Alvaro Morata on a season-long loan deal. Iran has sentenced a US citizen to 10 years in prison for spying for the US. Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers hailed the impact of new signing Ollie Ntcham after he made his debut in Saturday's friendly against France. A house in west Belfast has been damaged in two separate arson attacks. A man has been jailed for killing a 16-year-old girl 40 years ago. France is "in favour of the hardest Brexit", according to a City of London official. Police in the Republic of Ireland are treating the death of a man in Dublin as murder. Campaigners are calling for a ban on smacking children in Wales. (Close): Shares in ITV and Carillion led the FTSE 100 higher after it announced a strategic review. A lorry driver who caused a crash which killed a six-year-old girl and her unborn baby has been jailed for eight years. A man has appeared in court after a 15-year-old girl died after taking a so-called legal high. Urgent action is needed to tackle the number of duplicate entries on the electoral register during the general election. New Sunderland signing James Vaughan says he is relishing the challenge of playing in the Championship. Hearts head coach Ian Cathro has played down reports linking Jamie Walker with a move to Rangers. A seven-year-old Canadian boy has been praised for saving his mother and daughter from a house fire. Dundee manager Neil McCann says the club need a database to help him sign new players. A 1,000-year-old weir has been discovered in Hampshire. A Texas police officer has been charged with murder over the fatal shooting of a black teenager. A US judge has ordered the release of visitor records of President Donald Trump's private resort. The pound has fallen more than 1% against the dollar after the UK's inflation rate fell. Johanna Konta says she is "trying to leave no stone unturned" after reaching the Wimbledon semi-finals. Liverpool fans are to vote on whether to introduce safe standing at Anfield. Scotland's children's commissioner has said there should be no stigma attached to having basic rights to food. Featherstone Rovers have appointed Danny Duffy as their new head coach. A robot has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car in New York. Leigh Centurions ended their Super League season with a comfortable win over Salford Red Devils. Fulham's Andreas Christensen has joined Danish side FC Midtjylland on a season-long loan. When the EU's chief Brexit negotiator, Michel Barnier, said that the Irish border would be "flexible". Cesare Blanco is sitting in his winery in the foothills of Mount Etna. German carmaker Daimler has said it will fix more than 100,000 Mercedes-Benz cars in a bid to cut emissions. Blackpool have signed Aston Villa midfielder Tom Allsop on a season-long loan and Southampton striker Luke Cooke on a season-long loan. Crusaders have signed midfielder Mark McChrystal on a two-year deal following his release by Dungannon Swifts. Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has signed a new three-year contract with the Premier League champions. Salford Red Devils have signed New Zealand internationalTyrone McCarthy from Super League rivals St Helens. A military plane that crashed in Myanmar last month, killing all 224 people, was caused by bad weather, investigators say. A rare baby wombat has been born at a wildlife refuge in Australia. Thousands of people are attending a music festival in the Highlands. The mother of a teenage girl who took her own life has said she is "appalled" by a council's refusal to reveal the full report. Vice-chancellors' pay is "not good enough", Universities Minister Jo Johnson is to say. A number of prescription drugs have been stolen from a pharmacy in Belfast. A non-league footballer has admitted carrying a corkscrew during a match. A man has gone on trial at the Old Bailey accused of being part of a conspiracy to pass horsemeat off as beef. Queen of the South extended their lead at the top of Scottish League One to six points with a comfortable win at Dundee United. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused the European Union of undermining Israel. Middlesbrough striker Gaston Ramirez has left the club by mutual consent. In Case You Missed It: a round-up of the top entertainment stories of the year. Firearms and ammunition are being sold on the dark net every day, according to a new study. A team of Iranian girls have won a medal at a robotics competition in the US. The number of flights in the UK over the summer is set to rise sharply, according to the government. West Ham have agreed a deal to sign Mexico striker Javier Hernandez from Bayer Leverkusen. Google has released an interactive tour of the International Space Station (ISS). University students in England should be given a binding contract to contest the quality of their courses, says London Mayor Boris Johnson. Ross County have signed midfielder Jim O'Brien for an undisclosed fee. Rangers defender Bruno Alves says he would have joined the club if he had not played European games this season. Plans to build more than 1,000 new homes on greenbelt land in Greater Manchester have been delayed. Mae Croeso Arberth wedi cyfrifoldeb o gefnogi cartrefu ffoaduriaid i'r DU a chynnig cartref iddyn nhw. Saudi Arabia's King Salman has announced a major overhaul of the country's security forces. Two two-year-old boys in the US state of Alabama have been rescued after taking their mother's car. The mother of missing schoolgirl Charlene Downes is taking legal action against police. The Belfast Giants have signed defenceman Dustin Johnston. Three senior staff at Dumfries and Galloway Council have left the authority. Tributes have been paid to a 91-year-old cyclist who died in a crash. The number of homes sold in England and Wales has fallen to its lowest level in more than a year. Charlton Athletic have re-signed Chelsea defender Alex Dasilva on a season-long loan deal. Guy Martin has pulled out of this year's Ulster Grand Prix at Dundrod. The Duchess of Cambridge has taken the baton on the final day of their tour of Germany. I've been in Moscow for more than 20 years. Donegal face Donegal in Saturday's All-Ireland Football qualifier at Croke Park. A petrochemical company has threatened to take legal action against the National Trust over its refusal to allow it to survey for shale gas. Two Canadians have been arrested in China on suspicion of drug trafficking. England's Ian Poulter has withdrawn from the Open Championship at Royal Birkdale. An airline has apologised after a teenager was pulled off a flight from Gatwick to Toulouse. A new research centre at the University of Belfast is to create up to 50 jobs after receiving £3m from the European Union. A father jailed for his son's murder has had his jail term increased. Celtic could be without striker Leigh Griffiths for Thursday's Champions League third qualifying round tie against Rosenborg. Andrew Shinnie scored a late winner as Aberdeen took control of their Europa League second qualifying round tie against Apollon Limassol. Ciara Mitchell and Michael Kirk-Smith both won titles at the Irish Indoor Championships in Santry on Sunday. Pedro has been taken to hospital after suffering a head injury in Chelsea's pre-season friendly against China. At least nine people have died after being found in a trailer at a Walmart store in San Antonio, Texas. Rock band U2 have taken to the stage in Dublin to mark their 30th birthday. A man has been left "very badly shaken" after his car was stolen during an armed robbery in County Antrim. Two people have been rescued after getting into difficulty on Snowdon. Dundee manager Grant McCann has criticised his side's attitude after their League Cup win over Inverness. Great Britain's wheelchair basketball team are back in training. Team Sky boss Sir Dave Brailsford says Luke Rowe's "incredible" effort to help Chris Froome win the Tour de France. The world's first floating offshore wind farm has begun in the North Sea. Wakefield Trinity have signed Newcastle Knights centre Tyler Ratchford on a two-and-a-half-year deal. Actress Michelle Terry is to become the new artistic director of Shakespeare's Globe. It's that time of year again. When Ukraine was hit by a massive cyber-attack last month, some of the country's biggest companies were still struggling to cope. Artificial intelligence is being used to help pharmaceutical companies find new medicines. David Miller and Jacques Rudolph hit half-centuries as Glamorgan beat Gloucestershire in the One-Day Cup at Cheltenham. 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There has been a sharp rise in the number of police shootings in England and Wales, figures show. The parents of a Scottish woman murdered in Mauritius have written to her family to say they are unable to attend her funeral. It's a typical day for pop star Lana Del Rey. Southend United striker Nile Ranger will not be fit for the start of the new season. Anna Christian has been named in the Great Britain Cycling Team for the European Road Championships. Three of the UK's Brexit ministers are embarking on a series of overseas visits. The number of people waiting for mental health treatment in Wales has more than doubled in the past six years, according to new figures. Scotland's canals have been captured on camera for the first time. Plans to restore a Grade II-listed college in Ceredigion have been given a £1m boost. Canada has revoked the citizenship of a 93-year-old man who says he was part of a Nazi squad during World War Two. Newport County's pre-season campaign came to an end with a 1-0 defeat away to Wrexham. What happened to King Arthur? Guy Martin says he has no plans to race on the Honda Fireblade motorbike this year. The UK economy grew by 0.6% in the second quarter of the year, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). It is "perverse and counterproductive" to use money raised from the sugar tax to improve children's health, councils say. US regulators have said crypto-currency start-ups must register their investments. The Supreme Court has ruled that discrimination cases in England and Wales cost more than £1,000. The father of a six-year-old girl who drowned at a holiday park has told an inquest there was no lifeguard on duty. DIY SOS vans have been targeted by thieves working on the show. Apple has been ordered to pay more than half a billion dollars in damages for infringing a patent. Marine accident investigators have called for an urgent review of lifejacket testing protocols following the sinking of a crab boat. US scientists have created a glue that can stick to a damp surface. The US has imposed sanctions on seven Venezuelan officials over Sunday's controversial election. Repairs to a burst water main in the Republic of Ireland will be completed in two weeks, Irish Water has said. Britain's Adam Peaty retained his Olympic 50m breaststroke title in Rio. UK cities face "significant economic challenges" as the UK leaves the European Union, according to a new study. The US Senate has rejected a Republican plan to repeal and replace Obamacare. Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says Tottenham's failure to win the Premier League is "a tragedy". Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that metal detectors have been removed from a controversial holy site in Jerusalem. European aerospace giant Airbus has cut production of its A380 super-jumbo aircraft. Police investigating the murder of a businessman in his Dorset home have begun a search of a river. Justin Bieber is being investigated by police after a pedestrian was hit by his car. David Villar has resigned as president of European football's governing body Uefa. The number of prisoners released by mistake in England and Wales has reached a record high, figures show. Dozens of people have been killed in an ambush by Boko Haram militants in north-eastern Nigeria. A horse has been disqualified from a race after it was found to be the wrong horse. Fishermen are being asked to report sightings of a rare shark off the coast of Wales. Great Britain's Seonaid won her second gold medal at the European Shooting Championships in Sofia, Bulgaria. Nottingham Forest have signed Greece midfielder Alexandros Bouchalakis on a three-year deal. Championship side Hull City have signed Chelsea midfielder Michael Hector on a season-long loan deal. Former Burnley midfielder Joey Barton's ban from gambling has been extended by the Football Association. Former Swansea City manager Garry Monk has been named as the new manager of Major League Soccer team Los Angeles. A prison where two inmates escaped through a cell window is "inhumane", a watchdog has said. Israeli forces have fired tear gas and tear gas to disperse thousands of Palestinians protesting at a holy site in Jerusalem. Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo set the pace in first practice at the Hungarian Grand Prix. A shortage of prison officers contributed to a "major incident" last year, a report has said. A fake BBC news story has been circulating on social media in Kenya. The family of a teenager who died in a crash in Gwynedd have paid tribute to him. A man has denied pretending to be a victim of the Grenfell Tower fire. A man has appeared in court charged in connection with an acid attack. Durham Jets beat Leicestershire by one wicket in a rain-affected T20 Blast match in Hove. North Korea has test-fired an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), officials say. Women's Super League One side Arsenal Ladies have changed their name to 'Women'. Kenneth Zohore's late strike gave Cardiff City victory at Burton Albion. Ruben Bonatini scored the only goal of the game as Wolves beat Middlesbrough on the opening day of the Championship season. Garry Thompson scored a late winner as Morecambe came from behind to beat Cheltenham 2-1 on the opening day of the League Two season. Exeter maintained their unbeaten start to the League Two season with victory over Cambridge at St James Park. Guiseley and Ebbsfleet played out a 2-2 draw at Nethermoor Park. A man armed with a gun has robbed a cash box at a supermarket in Glasgow. Kenyan police have shot dead a man who broke into the home of Deputy President William Ruto. The family of a man who died after being pursued by police have urged people not to "take it to the streets". Denmark came from behind to beat world champions Germany and reach the semi-finals of Women's Euro 2017. England should drop opener Keaton Jennings for the Ashes, says former South Africa captain Steve Smith. Denmark beat Austria on penalties to reach the Women's Euro 2017 final in Denmark. Lee Windass hopes to make his Rangers debut this season after scoring his first goal for the club. Police in Nigeria have arrested two men suspected of engaging in acts of homosexuality. Birmingham City manager Harry Redknapp says the club need to strengthen their squad this week. Hackers have claimed to have stolen the script for the next series of Game of Thrones from US TV firm HBO. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 closed higher on Monday. US cable company Discovery has agreed to buy rival Scripps in a $14.6bn (£1.3bn) deal. The Football Association has approved a new penalty shootout system for the 2017-18 season. Andreas Johnsen has left Hearts to join Dutch side Dens Haag on a two-year deal. Accrington came from behind to beat Preston in extra time and reach the second round of the EFL Cup. Jake Cassidy's second-half header earned Hartlepool a draw at Macclesfield. The death toll from floods in India's western state of Gujarat has passed 100, officials say. The British Astronomical Society has announced the shortlist of its annual photograph competition. Hull KR came from behind to beat Championship side Halifax and reach the Challenge Cup quarter-finals. Former police officer Stan Pogmore has been found guilty of misconduct in a public office. Saudi Arabia has announced plans to build three new tourist resorts on the Red Sea. A teenager has been arrested at San Francisco Airport after jumping through the emergency door of a plane. Clashes have broken out in a Saudi town in the east of the country, activists say. caterpillars have been found "gruesome" in a Lancashire nature reserve. A British man has been arrested in Turkey on suspicion of terrorism, his lawyer has told the BBC. The number of people with visual impairment is set to rise by more than 50% in the next decade, according to a study. "I don't want to talk about the dark web," says Simon Dingledine. It's almost time for one of the stars of The Great British Bake Off. More than half of mothers in Wales are planning to breastfeed when they become parents, a survey has found. Neymar's move from Barcelona to Paris St-Germain has been met with a mixed response. A pregnant woman has gone on trial accused of trying to smuggle 12 suspected illegal immigrants into the UK in a van. Michael Gove has said some foreign boats will be given access to UK fisheries after Brexit. Anti-hunting campaigners have called for tougher sentences after prosecutors decided not to prosecute a Forest Hunt. A "brutal and sustained" surgeon has been jailed for 12 years for wounding patients. Arsenal owner Stan Kroenke has ordered a controversial hunting TV channel to be removed. A £15m fund to boost cultural and tech projects in the north of England has been announced. Britain's Anthony Joshua has been told he must fight American Victor Ortiz for the IBF heavyweight title. Bristol Rovers have signed Stoke City midfielders Ryan Sweeney and Dominic Telford on season-long loan deals. US stocks closed at record highs on Friday after a better-than-expected jobs report. A man has admitted killing an elderly man in his own home. Notts County have signed Nottingham Forest midfielder Jack Yates on a season-long loan deal. England centre Emily Scarratt has been ruled out of the Women's Six Nations with a knee injury. A former Volkswagen executive has pleaded guilty to charges in the US over the carmaker's emissions scandal. The Irish flag has been flown at Stormont. A teenager who was stabbed to death in east London has been named by police. Jack Marriott scored a hat-trick as Peterborough eased to victory at Bristol Rovers. Brechin City came from two goals down to draw with Livingston. A Grade II-listed market cross in Hampshire is expected to cost a "five-figure sum", its trustees have said. Alex Hales hit an unbeaten 109 as Nottinghamshire beat Durham in the T20 Blast. Scotland's Alex Forsyth hopes hosting the EuroHockey Championships will boost the sport's profile in Scotland. It was one of the most dramatic moments of the World Championships. The search for three US marines missing after a helicopter crash off the coast of Australia has been called off. Plans to redevelop a former lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) pub have been approved by London's council. India beat Sri Lanka by 169 runs in the second Test in Galle to take a 2-0 lead in the three-match series. A former TV producer who was jailed for 17 years for trying to hire a hitman has launched an appeal against his conviction. Tom Latham and Tom Steel hit centuries as Durham dominated day one against Gloucestershire at Chester-le-Street. Moeen Ali hit an unbeaten 91 as England took control of the fourth and final Test against South Africa at Old Trafford. At least 30 people have been killed in an attack by Taliban fighters in southern Afghanistan, officials say. Nice have signed former Netherlands midfielder Wesley Sneijder. Johanna Shuker said it was "total enjoyment" to win the first wheelchair mixed doubles title at the British Open. A British teacher has been arrested in Spain on suspicion of possessing and distributing indecent images of children. Fifteen firefighters in the Sicilian city of Catania have been arrested on suspicion of deliberately starting wildfires. It's 100 years since the creation of India and India. League One side Colchester United have signed Coventry City midfielder Andy Reid on a two-year deal. Aberdeen has announced plans to launch new flights between Durham Tees Valley and Aberdeen. Eniola Aluko's claim that England manager Mark Sampson bullied her has been cleared by the Football Association. Manchester City midfielder Patrick Roberts is ready to tell his parent club that his own choice would be at Celtic. Stoke City have signed Cameroon midfielder Eric Choupo-Moting from German side Schalke on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Disney has unveiled a lighthouse in memory of a toddler who was mauled to death by an alligator at Walt Disney World. Bolton and Birmingham played out a goalless draw at St Andrew's. Police in India have arrested a couple who claimed to have reached the summit of Mount Everest. Venezuela's security forces have resorted to the use of deadly force against anti-government protesters, a UN report says. One of San Francisco's most expensive streets has been sold at auction for failing to pay taxes. Mubende is one of Uganda's most famous gold mines. Audition fees for drama school in England are too high, according to a report commissioned by Labour. The government's plan to increase the number of doctor training places in England has been announced. A 25-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of Karl Haugh in Kilkee, County Fermanagh. A court in Iraq has sentenced 20 men to death for their part in the killing of more than 100 soldiers by Islamic State (IS) in 2014. Rare European eels have been found on a river for the first time in more than a decade. Northern Ireland began their Uefa Under-19 Championship campaign with a 2-0 defeat by Spain at Mourneview Park. Residents of the US territory of Guam say they are "nervous" about North Korea's threat to the island. Japanese carmaker Mazda has unveiled a new petrol engine. A second man has been arrested in connection with the rape of a 15-year-old girl at Birmingham railway station. Chloe Grace Moretz has spoken out about a time she was fat-shamed on set. Two people have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a police officer was stabbed during a "disturbance". Emergency services were called to a river after a "body" was found. Sheffield Wednesday defender George Wildsmith has signed a new three-and-a-half-year contract with the Championship club. It's that time of year again - the summer holidays. The World Championships have been "a waste of money and training", says a Botswana athlete. The number of drunken passengers arrested at UK airports has more than doubled in a year, figures obtained by BBC Panorama show. Floyd Mayweather has confirmed he will wear 8oz gloves in Saturday's super-fight with UFC champion Conor McGregor in Las Vegas. The search is under way for two climbers missing in the French Alps. The family of a Londonderry man who died while on holiday in China have said they are "devastated". The Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) has said it is "subject to further attempts" to hacking and fraud. Rangers manager Pedro Caixinha says he wants more from his side after a good start to the season. Ukraine's postal service, Ukrposhta, has been hit by a second cyber-attack. Gillingham manager Mike Pennock wants more players to join the club. A North Wales Police officer has been cleared of assaulting a man in Gwynedd. Great Britain have named a 23-strong squad for next month's World Cup regatta in Florida. Comedian Jason Manford has asked fans for help for his father to find work. UKIP has rejected calls for a Welsh assembly member to resign. Leeds United have signed Middlesbrough midfielder Marnick de Roon on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee. League Two side Cheltenham Town have signed Hibernian midfielder Danny Graham for an undisclosed fee. Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) has unveiled its new £10 note. Aberdeen have signed Preston North End striker Stevie May on a four-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Hampshire boosted their hopes of reaching the T20 Blast quarter-finals with victory over Glamorgan at the Ageas Bowl. Nationwide has reported a fall in mortgage lending after a " softening" in the buy-to-let market. London Underground has apologised after a fire broke out on a train at Oxford Circus station. A man has admitted defrauding a hospital charity out of more than £1m. When she played Gemma Foster in BBC One's Doctor Foster, actress Sally Jones says she was "very, very grateful" to the show's second series. Tata Steel has been fined more than £1m after a chemical was released at its factory in East Yorkshire. Japanese knotweed has been a problem in the UK for more than 100 years. Divorce lawyers have criticised a new divorce form that asks for the name of the person you have committed adultery with. The former chairman of Swansea City Football Club has died at the age of 87. The head of the public inquiry into the Grenfell Tower fire has written to Theresa May asking him to set out the terms of reference. A controversial anti-Islam campaigner has been allowed to stand in the UKIP leadership contest. Officials in New York are investigating the cause of a black cloud of water that appeared at the base of the Niagara Falls. Italian police have arrested a man suspected of shooting nudists on a beach in Sardinia. Police investigating the murder of a pensioner have made a fresh appeal for information. The family of a 73-year-old cyclist who died after being hit by a pothole are taking legal action against a council. A new air ambulance service is to be launched in Gwynedd. Venezuela's defence minister says two former soldiers have been arrested in connection with an attack on an army barracks last month. Jack Marriott scored twice as Peterborough beat Rotherham to go top of League One. Joe Cardle scored twice as Dunfermline beat 10-man Falkirk in the Scottish Championship. Thousands of people have taken part in the Twelfth of July parade in Londonderry. Hibernian manager Neil Lennon praised his side's "brave" comeback against Rangers at Ibrox. Garda (Irish police) have begun a search for a man who went missing 17 years ago. Wales' men have been promoted to the EuroHockey A Division after losing to Scotland in the semi-finals. Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says he is "not worried" about his summer transfer window. Passengers had to be evacuated from a bus after it caught fire in North Ayrshire. A man has been airlifted to hospital after getting into difficulty while swimming in Gwynedd. It's the start of the new season. Mo Farah won his second gold medal of the World Championships with victory in the 5,000m. Former world number one Caroline Wozniacki is through to the final of the Rogers Cup after beating Sloane Stephens. Wales men's head coach Mark Clements says he is "over the moon" after the men's and women's teams reached the top tier of EuroHockey. UKIP's leader has said he has "red lines" over the party's leadership bid by Waters. Broadcaster Sue Gallacher has been charged with drink-driving. Danish police investigating the disappearance of a Swedish journalist on a submarine say they believe she may have been murdered. Leigh Centurions have appointed former St Helens boss Keiron Cunningham as their new head of rugby. Laura Muir says she is "gutted" she will miss the Commonwealth Games. A lion has given birth to a cub at a wildlife reserve in Saudi Arabia. Ballymena United manager Gary Mulgrew says his side must be on top of their game when they host Ards on Tuesday night. Three-time Olympic champion Sanya Richards-Ross says she feels "bad" after revealing she had an abortion. Chris and Gabby Adcock are targeting a medal at the World Badminton Championships in Glasgow. Kenya's opposition leader Raila Odinga has called a one-day strike to protest against the disputed election. A woman who stabbed a pensioner to death in his home has been jailed for life. Plans for a major road upgrade in West Sussex have been described as a "sham". Sheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom says he is "not considering" defender Yids Yiadom for Tuesday's game against Aston Villa. A cyclist accused of killing a woman in a hit-and-run crash claimed she "did not deserve", a court has heard. Chile's Supreme Court has upheld the conviction of a former Nazi leader for crimes against humanity. Police are searching for a father and his three children who have gone missing. Islam Slimani scored a hat-trick as Leicester City beat League One Sheffield United to reach the EFL Cup fourth round. Bristol City came from behind to beat 10-man Watford and reach the EFL Cup fourth round. Microsoft founder Bill Gates has donated more than $1bn (£640m) to his charitable foundation. Nicola Sturgeon has accused the UK government of "back to its daft "have cake and eat it" approach to Brexit. All images are copyrighted. Castleford Tigers beat Wakefield Trinity to win the Super League Grand Final at the Jungle. Leeds Rhinos kept alive their hopes of a place in the Super League play-offs with victory over St Helens. Wigan moved up to fourth in Super League with a thumping win over Salford Red Devils at the DW Stadium. League Two side Crewe Alexandra have signed former Bolton Wanderers midfielder Jussi Jaaskelainen on a two-year deal. BBC Sport will broadcast live coverage of the FA Cup third-round tie between non-league South Shields and Bridlington Town. Norwich City assistant manager Richard Money has signed a new one-year contract with the Championship club. West Ham eased into the third round of the EFL Cup at the expense of Cheltenham. Two people have appeared in court charged with the murder of a man who was stabbed to death. A garden dedicated to the late Pink Floyd singer Syd Barrett is to be designed, his friend has said. Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga has announced he will challenge the result of last month's presidential election. Tourists in Spain have been criticised for harassing a stranded dolphin. The brother of a man wanted in connection with the alleged abduction of British woman Chloe Ayling has been arrested. The proportion of top A-level grades has risen for the first time in 17 years. Plans for a new combined authority in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough have been criticised by councillors. West Brom have rejected a £10m bid from Manchester City for captain Jonny Evans. Two gay couples have lost their legal challenge to the ban on same-sex marriage in Northern Ireland. Conor McGregor says he is ready to "go to war" against Floyd Mayweather in Las Vegas on 26 August. Barcelona defender Gerard Pique says the club are "not in the best moment" after their Champions League quarter-final defeat by Real Madrid. Scientists have discovered a new type of dinosaur. Storms in Poland have destroyed more than 100,000 hectares of forest, officials say. BBC Radio 1 is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a new line-up of presenters. The remains of one of the world's largest shipwrecks are being excavated. British salmon has overtaken whisky as the UK's top export for the first time. Rail passengers in south Wales are being warned to expect delays and disruption over the weekend. Barcelona have signed Brazil midfielder Paulinho from Chinese club Guangzhou Evergrande for an undisclosed fee. A whale has been spotted in Belfast Harbour. A gang member has been jailed for life for smuggling guns and ammunition into the UK from Amsterdam. The new operator of the South Western rail service has been accused of refusing to give a guarantee that a second member of staff will be on board its trains. Great Britain's EuroBasket warm-up game against Greece at the Copper Box in London on Saturday will be shown live on the BBC. A man who tried to groom a teenage girl online has been jailed for two years. A team of scientists are heading to the Arctic for the first time. One of the world's biggest sports organisations is making its first foray into China. A man has appeared in court charged with murder after a woman was found dead at a house. The number of international tourists visiting the UK is on the rise. Spain has raised its terror alert after a van ploughed into pedestrians in Barcelona, killing at least 13 people. Cyclists have accused a council of being "stupid and not responsible" after it banned people from cycling in a market place. More than 100,000 students have been placed through clearing at universities in England and Wales. A letter left by a first-time mum in a supermarket has been found. Concerns have been raised about the safety of a beach where a man died. 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In the centre of Barcelona on Thursday night, hundreds of people gathered around the city's central square. Substitute Marcus Rashford and Marouane Fellaini scored second-half goals as Manchester United beat Premier League champions Leicester at Old Trafford. One of the world's most famous lights is to be turned off for the first time in more than 130 years. South Africa's deputy minister has resigned after being charged with assaulting a woman at a concert in Pretoria. Jockey Richard Buick has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering a back injury in a fall in the US. The Democratic Republic of Congo were knocked out of the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations as they were beaten by Zambia, Zambia and Mauritania. Rangers manager Pedro Caixinha was pleased with his side's display in their goalless draw with Hearts. At least 40 people have been killed and more than 100 injured after a passenger train crashed in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. South Africa has granted Zimbabwe's first lady immunity over an assault case against her. Former England batsman Ian Bell has stepped down as Warwickshire captain to focus on batting. Thousands of Afghans have attended a concert by singer Amina Sayeed in the capital, Kabul. Sweden's Henrik Stenson won his first PGA Tour title with victory at the Travelers Championship in Connecticut. Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce has said he will campaign for same-sex marriage in a referendum on the issue. Brighton and Hove Albion supporters have called for Leicester City to be fined and banned after fans sang homophobic chanting. Former world number one Victoria Azarenka has pulled out of next month's US Open because of her "family situation". US President Donald Trump is expected to outline his strategy for the war in Afghanistan later. A Scottish independence blogger has been arrested on suspicion of online harassment. A member of the Barcelona terror cell has told a Spanish court the cell planned a series of attacks. Mansfield Town have re-signed Dundee striker Jamie Proctor on loan until the end of the season. A man has been found not guilty of attempted murder by reason of insanity. Two people have been arrested as part of an investigation into modern slavery in the West Midlands. Two police officers have been found guilty of plotting to steal a consignment of illegal drugs. Italy's Matteo Trentin won stage five of the Vuelta a Espana as Britain's Chris Froome retained the overall lead. A torso has been found off the Danish island of Amager, police say. A memorial service has been held to mark the start of work on the HS2 rail line. Glamorgan batsman Colin Ingram will play for Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash competition. Twenty years ago, pop group The K Foundation won the UK's best-selling album of the year. "It's like a movie." Essex head coach Steve Silverwood says winning the County Championship would be "pretty special". Derbyshire head coach Danny Wilson says his side will take pride from their T20 Blast quarter-final defeat. A light aircraft has crashed in North Yorkshire. Institute Football Club's home game against Ballymena on Friday has been postponed after Tuesday's flooding. Two-time Olympic champion Laura Kenny has given birth to a baby boy. Mae Heddlu Gogledd Cymru yn pwysleisio fod eu hymchwiliad yn parhau yn parhau. The battle for the Iraqi city of Tal Afar is the right time. A woman who falsely claimed she was raped and sexually assaulted in London has been jailed for eight years. Forest Green Rovers have signed defender Mark Roberts following his release by Cambridge United. Barrow manager Paul Cox has left the National League club by mutual consent. Edinburgh Zoo believes its female giant panda Tian Tian is pregnant. UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor is in Manchester. Michael Evans moved to the top of the Manx Grand Prix board after qualifying on Friday night. Chinese social media users are praising the setting up of a retirement home for retired dogs. Lewis Hamilton equalled Michael Schumacher's all-time pole position at the Belgian Grand Prix. Juventus captain Gianluigi Buffon has criticised the use of video assistant referees (VAR) in Serie A. What do you do if you're sick on stage? Moeen Ali hit an unbeaten half-century as England took control of the third Test against West Indies. Roger Federer says he would be "happy" to play Rafael Nadal in the first round of the US Open. British number one Johanna Konta says she has a "lot to improve" after losing in the first round of the US Open. More than half of athletes at the World Championships tested positive for banned substances, a study suggests. Theresa May has said North Korea's missile test is "outrageous". Saracens fly-half Owen Farrell has signed a new three-year contract with the Premiership champions. Prince William and his brother Prince William have visited a memorial garden in London. The story of a girl being fostered by a Muslim family in east London has gone viral. Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton took a dominant victory in the Italian Grand Prix to extend his championship lead.