A pair of twins who play together on the court in the NBA are being investigated for teaming up to assault their former mentor in Arizona after he sent 'inappropriate' text messages to their mother. Identical twins Marcus and Markieff Morris, who both play forward for the Phoenix Suns, are now the focus of an investigation into a felony aggravated assault which allegedly occurred in January. Phoenix police say the 25-year-old twins and three others assaulted Erik Hood at the Nina Mason Pulliam Recreation & Sports Complex where the alleged victim and a woman were watching a basketball game. Scroll down for video . Markieff Morris (No. 11, left) and Marcus Morris (No 15, right) are forwards for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA . Marcus (left) and Markieff (right) with mother Thomasine Morris while they were attending Kansas University . The Morris twins are being investigated for allegedly assaulting Erik Hood at 7:30pm on Saturday, January 24 . No charges have been filed and no arrests have been made, but a Maricopa County Attorney's Office spokesman confirmed prosecutors are continuing to review the case submitted by police, the Arizona Republic reported. The alleged assault happened around 7:30pm on Saturday, January 24, outside the central Phoenix gym, according to CBS5-TV. Hood, 36, told police he knows the twins from when he mentored them while they were growing up in Philadelphia and that he used to support them financially until they had a 'falling out'. He told police he sent a text telling the twins' mother, Thomasine Morris, he'd 'always be there for her' and that another friend, Julius Kane, 25, saw the message and concluded their relationship was sexual in nature. The twins, 25, who are basically inseparable at all times, prefer to be called Team FOE (Family Over Everything) Hood told police he sent a text telling the twins' mother, Thomasine (pictured) he would 'always be there for her' The former basketball player showed police photographs of himself with the twins. In addition to the twins, who like to be called Team FOE (Family Over Everything), Hood also said Kane helped carry out the assault against him. During the reported confrontation, Hood told police he was held down, punched in the head, kicked and then beaten to the point of unconsciousness after he was able to briefly escape. Following the assault, witnesses told police they saw five subjects flee in a Rolls-Royce Phantom. The twin brothers both declined to comment after Phoenix lost to the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night . After the assault, witnesses told police they saw five subjects flee in a Rolls-Royce Phantom (example pictured) Police say five suspects assaulted Hood at the Nina Mason Pulliam Recreation & Sports Complex (pictured) The Morris twins previously denied assaulting Hood . Hood ended up with abrasions, a large knot on his head and a broken nose. The woman he was with corroborated his story and also identified the twins and Kane. The Morris twins have denied assaulting Hood, but Markieff did admit being at the game because he sponsors one

Summary: Identical twins Marcus and Markieff Morris, 25, play for the Phoenix Suns . Are being investigated in connection to felony assault in late January . Erik Hood, 36, claims he used to mentor the twins until they had falling out . Hood said another man, Julius Kane, misinterpreted text to twins' mother . Claims Morris twins, Kane and two others beat him until unconscious . There have been no arrests or charges filed and twins deny involvement .


It may not be as fast as a Ferrari or as regal as a Rolls Royce but the most popular type of car in the world is 50 years old this year as the humble hatchback hits its half century. The car shape originally designed to help French farmers transport their sheep to market now accounts for a staggering two in every three cars sold in the UK. And it is just as popular across the world from Munich to Mexico City thanks to its practical design, economy and comfort. The model credited with being the world’s first ever hatchback was the Renault 16 unveiled in April 1965 . The Renault 4: the forerunner to the Renault 16 was first designed to allow French farmers to transport sheep . The model credited with being the world’s first ever hatchback was unveiled to the public with the launch of France’s Renault 16 in April 1965. Now it accounts for a staggering two thirds of all new cars sold in Britain and a majority of those sold in most other markets from Europe to Japan and, increasingly, the US too. In the UK, seven of the top ten sellers last year - including the top five - are classed as hatchbacks. This is defined as a car which has a boot that lifts up from the roof but the outline of the car is no bigger than if it were a standard saloon (so estate cars and 4x4s are not classed as hatchbacks for instance.) Yet when the first one went on sale in 1965, the name hatchback did not even exist. It only came into use in the 70s as an alternative to the American term ‘liftback’ for such cars. The Renault 16 was the first mass produced hatchback in the world. It was described by then Renault president Pierre Dreyfus as a ‘voiture a vivre’ - a car for every aspect of life. Britain’s answer to the pioneering Renault was the very similar looking, but poorly built, Austin Maxi (pictured) The very popular Austin Mini Metro by Austin Rover was launched in 1980 and then relaunched in 1995 . Like the earlier Renault 4, the boot was hinged to the roof but unlike the R4, the chassis had not been extended to facilitate this. There had been clique luxury cars with a similar boot but the R16 was revolutionary for a mass produced car with a hatch at the back and seats which folded down. And it became the first time cars were called either ‘three door’ or ‘five door.’ The Ford focus the world's best selling nameplate . Not only is the Ford Focus the word's best selling hatchback but also the best selling automobile nameplate in the world. Ford began sales of the Focus to Europe in July 1998 and in North America during 1999. In 2010 Ford decided to reunite both international and North American models by releasing the international Mk3 worldwide. The previous North American version was discontinued, and the new model was launched simultaneously in North America

Summary: Car first designed to help French farmers transport their sheep for sale . From humble origins the 50-year-old hatchback is popular the world over . Accounting for two thirds of cars sold in the UK it dominates most markets .


Luke Rockhold is ready to be the bull to Lyoto Machida's matador when the middleweights collide in New Jersey on Saturday. The Californian is bidding for his fourth consecutive victory since losing to Vitor Belfort two years ago and has a title shot in his sights. And he knows exactly what it will take to beat Machida. Lyoto Machida (left) and Luke Rockhold face off ahead of their middleweight clash this weekend . 'A big set of balls. I've just got to come forward and go out there and dominate him,' he said. 'Machida likes to run around and dance and do his thing. I've just got to cut him off, slowly progress and be the bull. He tries to be the matador – sometimes you've got to play one role or the other and this is the time to be the bull and slowly progress, put him in a bad spot and make him fight my fight. 'I've seen little things that he doesn't like – there's plenty of other fights too that I've seen that show a lot of holes and areas where I can take advantage of. 'You see fights where guys stand in the middle ground too long – I've just got to make him think about everything. I'm a true mixed martial artist; I have everything to my game. He's got to think about me taking him down, and then my kicks and my punches and everything that I bring to the table. 'Machida has got a very small avenue to win this fight on the feet. Other than that, my avenue is quite big comparably to his.. He doesn't really have much of a chance on the ground. Rockhold performs during an open workout as he bids to extend his winning streak to five . Machida lands a side kick as he works out in front of fans and media . 'I'll be operating at a different frequency than him – he doesn't have the hip movement and the speed to keep up with me.' And while Rockhold afforded Machida his respect, he has no plans to let it get in the way of victory. 'I think there is a mutual respect between Machida and me – I respect what he does,' he said. 'He's one of the best in the game and has been for a long, long time. 'He's right here at the top, where he's been for the whole of his career. He's a martial artist – he lives by the code. A lot of people love his fighting style, a lot of people hate his fighting style, but you have to respect his fighting style . 'I respect what he does and I like a lot of the things he does. But at the same time, I'm going to go out there and show him my style and dominate. 'I've been running marathons every day so I'm ready to go in there and chase him down.' Rockhold's last victory came against Michael Bisping last November in Australia . Machida is also coming

Summary: Luke Rockhold takes on Lyoto Machida in New Jersey on Saturday . The middleweights will hope the winner will earn a title shot . Rockhold believes he has to dominate Machida to earn the win .


Rangers have promised to probe claims Mike Ashley has grabbed control of the club's badges. Reports emerged on social media on Thursday afternoon suggesting the Newcastle United owner was now the official owner of the Light Blues trademarks - including the 'Ready' badge and mascot Broxi Bear. The Sports Direct tycoon had been given security over the icons and logos as part of the £5million loan handed to the previous Gers board in January. Rangers have promised to probe claims Mike Ashley has grabbed control of the club's badges . Reports emerged suggesting the Newcastle owner was now the official owner of the Light Blues trademarks . But now Dave King's new regime have promised a speedy investigation after documents appeared on the government-run Intellectual Property Office (IPO) website showing the club's trademarks were now controlled by SportsDirect.com Retail Ltd. In a statement a club spokesman said: 'The board is currently conducting a review of all contractual documentation but this particular issue has become a matter of urgency.' News that Ashley has seized hold of more treasured assets will worry the Ibrox faithful. The Londoner is already vastly unpopular after grabbing hold of a 75 per cent share of the club's retail income with his loan deal. Dave King's new regime have promised a speedy investigation into the claims surrounding Ashley . The IPO site confirm the transfer from Rangers Football Club Ltd to Sports Direct was fully assigned on March 25 - less than three weeks after former chief executive and Ashley ally Derek Llambias and finance director Barry Leach, a former Sports Direct executive, were removed at a general meeting called by King. Yet Interim chairman Paul Murray announced two days later that the new board had held 'no discussions with Mike Ashley or Sports Direct'. Rangers announced last week that if they gain promotion to the Premiership, they will have to pay Newcastle £500,000 as part of the deal which saw five Magpies youngsters move to Ibrox on loan. Ashley was given security over the icons and logos as part of the £5m loan handed to the previous board .

Summary: Reports emerged on social media suggesting Mike Ashley was now the official owner of the Light Blues trademarks . Rangers have promised to investigate the claims . Ashley was given security over the icons and logos as part of the £5m loan .


The distinctive patterns on butterfly wings really do help protect the insects by mimicking the eyes of predators. While scientists have long suspected the role played by eye-spots found on the wings of many butterflies were an example of mimicry, it has never been clearly tested. Recently researchers suggested that the eye spots may simply scare away predators by confusing them or overloading their senses. Owl butterflies (left) have eye spots that mimic those of pigmy owls (right) to scare off predators like great tits. While scientists have long suspected the role played by eye-spots found on the wings of many butterflies were an example of mimicry, it has never been clearly tested . But a new piece of research by biologists at Jyväskylä University in Finland claims to have settled the debate. They say that eye-spots on the wings of butterflies do in fact mimic the eyes of larger and more threatening species, like owls. Having bright colours and distinguishing features is a common way for insects to scare away predators like birds. Often they help to lure them away from vital body parts or confuse them. However, this only works on predators that hunt using sight while bats tend to be immune to such devices. Now scientists have found that a moth has an unusual evolutionary adaptation that allows it to confuse the ultrasound used by bats. The luna moth has two tails that extend for more than an inch beyond its body. Scientists in the US showed that these appendages produce a confusing acoustic signature in the bats echolocation. It makes the bats target the end of the tails rather than the moth itself. This helps to keep other birds that might normally eat the insects away. The team were finally able to test the theory by showing great tits pictures of owl butterflies that had been digitally altered, and watching their reaction. Images where the eye spots had been removed from the butterfly wings did not stop the birds from snatching a mealworm snack below the picture. However, when pictures that had not been digitally altered flashed on the screen, the birds were more weary. And the researchers found the butterfly eye spots may even be more terrifying to the great tits than the real animal they are mimicking. When shown pictures of a pygmy owl with its eyes open the tits reacted strongly and kept away, but their reaction was not as strong as with the butterfly markings. Writing in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society B, Dr Johanna Mappes and her colleagues said: 'In this study, the presumed model - owl eyes - and the mimic eyespots appeared to elicit similar reactions both in terms of response type - interest versus aversion - and its intensity - startle versus flee - adding support to the eye-mimicry hypothesis. The researchers flashed up digitally manipulated images of an owls face and the owl butterfly to see how great tits reacted. In some images they removed the owls eyes (far left) or removed the eye spots (far right)

Summary: Biologists at Jyväskylä University in Finland studied how wild great tits reacted to images of the wings of butterflies and the faces of owls . The tits were startled and tried to flee at the sight of owl faces with open eyes, and butterflies that had eye spots on them that mimiced owl eyes . They say their study is evidence that butterfly eye spots mimic predators . Scientists have long debated whether butterfly eye spots were an example of Batesian mimicry or if the patterns simply served to confuse predators .


Jermain Defoe says his stunning Wear-Tyne derby winner is justification for his decision to quit MLS and return to the Premier League. The former FC Toronto striker had scored just twice for struggling Sunderland since arriving on £80,000-per-week wages in January. But Defoe was the hero on Sunday as his 20-yard volley proved enough to secure a fifth straight victory for the Black Cats over Newcastle. Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe believes his stunning volley against Newcastle has proven his worth . Defoe's superb first-half strike was enough to secure a 1-0 win for Sunderland in the Wear-Tyne derby . Newcastle goalkeeper Tim Krul was completely helpless as Defoe's shot found its way into the top corner . The 32-year-old was overcome with emotion in the wake of his brilliant blast, and admits the joy it brought to a sold-out Stadium of Light was too much to take in. 'I have said many times that I missed the Premier League and it's because of games like this,' he said. 'Games like this are why I came back. Being at a club like this, they just love football. I was told before that if I come here and work hard and score goals, they won't ask for anything more. 'And I just love scoring goals, the fans deserved it. It's been really difficult for them in the last few weeks but they always turn out. 'It was the whole occasion really that got to me. It was great to be the person that made so many people happy. I was just thinking, 'Why me?'. 'As the whistle went for half-time and as I was walking down the tunnel I thought, 'I'm crying and I'm on the telly', but I didn't care. For the fans and everyone it was just a special day.' The victory was the first of Dick Advocaat's reign and moved Sunderland up to 15th. Defoe has compared the feeling of scoring the winner against Newcastle to scoring at the World Cup . Defoe added: 'The manager said to use beforehand that we were lucky to be playing in a game like this. 'There are so many young kids who wish they could play in a game like this. To be blessed enough and to score the winner is amazing. 'Going on the bus towards the game and seeing everyone outside the hotel, wanting autographs and pictures, there were so many fans there that I felt, 'Wow, this is a massive game'. 'When I scored I got that same feeling as when I scored in the World Cup. I missed the World Cup in 2006 when I felt in my heart I should have gone. 'It hurt me when I didn't go but I went to the next one and when I got the goal (against Slovenia) I was emotional. 'That was scoring in a World Cup for your country. It was the same on Sunday.' Defoe joined Sunderland from MLS side FC Toronoto and feels glad to be back in the Premier League .

Summary: Jermain Defoe scored a superb dipping volley against Newcastle to secure a 1-0 win for Sunderland in the Wear-Tyne derby . The 32-year-old believes that the goal has vindicated his decision to return to the Premier League from MLS side FC Toronto . Defoe has compared the feeling of scoring the winner in the derby to scoring for England at a World Cup . Sunderland have beaten Newcastle in their last five consecutive meetings .


It's hard to know quite what motivated the Duke of York to rescue teenage sex slaves in India at the same time he faced damning allegations that he had slept with one in America. But one thing is for certain: it definitely took guts. With a remarkable initiative combining the unlikely bedfellows of fashion and compassion, it can be revealed that Prince Andrew has personally changed the fate of more than 100 vulnerable young women in Calcutta. Rescued from brothels and domestic servitude, child labour and human trafficking, the girls have been taught tailoring and silk printing through a charity called Key to Freedom. Moved: Prince Andrew during his visit to an Indian refuge in 2012, which inspired him to form the charity . Their kimonos, duster coats, pyjamas, scarves and make-up bags are sold online and on the British High Street by Topshop, with the proceeds paid back to the women as a salary. What makes this new mission all the more compelling is it has emerged just months after Andrew was mired in allegations that he had enjoyed an improper relationship with American ‘sex slave’ Virginia Roberts, who had been working for his former friend Jeffrey Epstein, an American billionaire. The claims, furiously denied by the Duke, have now been struck out of American court records, effectively clearing his name. He was inspired to launch Key to Freedom after visiting a girls’ refuge on an official trip to India. He came up with the idea less than an hour after leaving a home run by the Women’s Interlink Foundation and swiftly donated £10,000 seed capital to fund the first bales of silk. Speaking exclusively to The Mail on Sunday yesterday, the Duke said: ‘I was incredibly impressed with the work of the Women’s Interlink Foundation during my Diamond Jubilee visit to India in May 2012. ‘I could see that it would be possible to complement [founder and chairman] Aloka Mitra’s important work in supporting vulnerable young women to develop a skill to become economically active by helping find a route to market for their products. It is incredible to see what the team has achieved. Roberts had been working for Andrew's former friend Jeffrey Epstein, an American billionaire (pictured together above) ‘I am proud to have helped their products find a market and be sold in the United Kingdom. ‘Most importantly, this has helped the Women’s Interlink Foundation support more young people to develop skills, which is an important area of focus for my work.’ One of the young women who moved him so deeply was Anita, now 19. She was chosen to show the Duke how to block-print silk when he visited the refuge. In return, he left two copies of Little Red’s Summer Adventure, a book written by his former wife Sarah. The child of two tea garden labourers from northern Bengal, Anita was abducted aged 12 when she went to a travelling fair with friends. Lured to New Delhi with the promise of a job to help her support her family, she escaped only to find herself

Summary: Prince Andrew has changed the fate of 100 vulnerable women in Calcutta . They were rescued from brothels, child labour and trafficking by charity . Key to Freedom was launched by the Duke after a trip to India in 2012 . He recently denied allegations he had slept with a sex slave in America . The accusations, made by Virginia Roberts, have been struck from court records .


Premier League clubs are now so wealthy through their TV deals that they can afford to turn down a title sponsorship worth £45million a year. Guinness offered the top flight a huge deal of £135m over three years, a £5m-a-year increase on the payments from Barclays, whose 15-year partnership with the Premier League will finish at the end of next season. But the clubs awash with over £5billion from domestic TV rights alone rejected the bid from Guinness’s parent company Diageo, in part because some teams have conflicting beer deals. THe Premier League has turned down a bid from Guinness to replace Barclays as the title sponsor . Instead the PL want as much as £60m a year from a mega title backer but will also examine a multi-partnership sponsorship model. Such are the TV riches that the smaller clubs in the PL are the ones more anxious about the sponsorship money — the £3m-a-year split doesn’t make much difference to the top of the table. The FA, meanwhile, have failed to find an ‘in association’ FA Cup partner this season prepared to pay £9m a year, although it’s understood Wembley finally have someone at the table after well over a year’s search. The league's mega-rich clubs have demanded a deal in the region of £60m-a-season from 2016 . Sky Sports’ petty refusal to let pundit Thierry Henry present Tony McCoy with the champion jump jockey trophy at his Sandown farewell on Saturday — because it’s on Channel 4 — doesn’t mean that an Arsenal legend will not doing the honours. Another iconic Gunners name has been lined up for the role although Sandown officials want to keep his identity a secret from Arsenal fan McCoy until the ceremony. It’s known that Tony Adams is unavailable while the ‘legendary’ tag surely rules out Ray Parlour, the Romford Pele. Ian Wright, record goalscorer before Henry, would be a good choice. Thierry Henry's (centre) contract with Sky Sports have presented him presenting a trophy to Tony McCoy . Surrey boss Richard Thompson’s elevation to chairman of the England cricket commercial committee will aid the sport’s chronic need for more terrestrial TV coverage. Thompson will push for a free-to-air highlights deal for the domestic T20 Blast this summer which would be vital to grow a tournament that is in the shadow of the IPL and the Australian Big Bash. Gary Neville is not known as a bon viveur. But the Sky pundit was keen enough to meet up with the class of 92 for a birthday party in honour of Nicky Butt’s wife Shelly at a London casino that he left Stamford Bridge last Sunday on the back of a dispatch rider’s motorbike. Gary Neville was desperate to get away from Stamford Bridge to get to Nicky Butt's wife's birthday party . Second chance saloon . The Football League awards — the best football dinner in the calendar by a distance — showed this year there is a way back for some football offenders. Shortlisted for the player in the community honour was Leyton Orient’s

Summary: Drinks company offered Premier League £45million-a-year deal . But clubs turned it down because they have other deals with beers . Sky Sports block Thierry Henry from presenting award on Channel 4 . Richard Thompson looking to bring T20 blast highlights to terrestrial TV .


A teacher has been banned from the classroom after he let pupils change their exam answers invalidating his whole school's SATs results. Ian Guffick asked pupils to make changes to the the national curriculum tests for 11-year-olds, which assess English, maths and science at Mitton Manor Primary School in Tewskesbury, Gloucestershire. This was despite the exam session finishing, a conduct panel heard. Ian Guffick asked pupils at Mitton Manor Primary School in Tewkesbury, pictured, to make the changes to their SATs exam answers . The 31-year-old also altered a number of the pupil's exam answers himself before the papers were sent off. After the suspected breach of exam rules, school officials were tipped off, resulting in an investigation being launched in June. The probe by the local education authority found that some pupils taking a test had changed answers outside exam conditions and that Guffick had done the same. It then led to the Department for Education annulling all SATs exam results for the entire school last year, the hearing was told. Guffick was later forced to give up his job at the school and had since admitted the allegations and accepted it amounted to unacceptable professional conduct. The Department for Education annulled the whole school's SAT's results after a probe by the local education authority (file picture) However, he insisted in a statement that he did not ask the pupils to change their answers, but to make them more legible. But the panel, run by the National College for Teaching and Leadership, said that no changes of any kind should be made to exam scripts outside test conditions. Panel chair Martin Pilkington said, although the teacher’s conduct had been dishonest, it fell short of fraud or serious dishonesty. But he added: 'Whilst the panel accepts that Mr Guffick may have felt under pressure to achieve good results for himself and the school, that can in no way excuse his behaviour. 'It is clear to the panel that he deeply regrets his conduct and the panel also considered that he was forthcoming in explaining what he had done when it was investigated by the school and local authority.' Paul Heathcote, acting on behalf of Education Secretary Nicky Morgan, banned Guffick from the classroom for at least two years. He said: 'His actions had a serious impact on the school as their SATs results were annulled for 2014. 'Mr Guffick’s actions were deliberate and he was not acting under duress. 'In all the circumstances, I agree with the panel’s recommendation that a prohibition order is an appropriate and proportionate sanction. 'Mr Guffick has shown remorse and insight and he deeply regrets his actions.' He was given 28 days in which to appeal against the decision to the High Court.

Summary: Ian Guffick, 31, allowed pupils to make changes outside exam conditions . He also made changes to the pupil's work before the papers were sent off . Probe was launched after officials were tipped off he breached exam rules . A disciplinary panel has now banned Guffick from teaching for two years .


A track meet judge was left with a javelin embedded in his heel after he fell over trying to dodge it. Dan Klice, 57, was officiating at a competition at Ramapo College in Mahwah, New Jersey, when he was pierced by the projectile. Police say that he saw the errant javelin headed towards him and tried to dodge it - but tripped over in the process. Competition: Dan Klice, 57, was officiating at a competition held at Ramapo College in Mahwah, New Jersey, pictured above . His fall left his left heel exposed, which was hit by the soaring javelin. Klice lives in Oleans, New York, but had crossed the Hudson so judge the contest. According to The Bergen Record, the javelin was left sticking out of his foot while firefighters arrived to saw off the shaft of the weapon. After removing that, he was taken to The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood via ambulance. Authorities said he was conscious during the journey and that there is no threat to his life. The Cliffview Pilot local blog reported that the stray javelin had been caught by a gust of wind.

Summary: Dan Klice, 57, was hit by soaring projectile 'after a gust of wind' Tried to dodge it, but fell, leaving his heel exposed when javelin struck . He was judging a contest at Ramapo College, Mahwah, New Jersey .


There has been a lot of hype surrounding the April lunar eclipse as the moon is set to turn blood red this Easter weekend. But in the lead up to the rare event tomorrow, the Sydney Observatory has been expressing their concerns over the bad weather forecast for the big night. So much so, they're plans to regularly update keen spectators with phase process images have been thwarted due to cloudy conditions. And according to the Bureau of Meteorology, it won't be getting any better. A blood red moon lights up the sky during a total lunar eclipse at on October 8, 2014 in Australia. The next two eclipses are forecast to happen are on April 4 and September 28, 2015 . But in the lead up to the rare event on Easter Saturday, the Sydney Observatory has been expressing their concerns over the bad weather forecast for the big night . The lunar eclipse this month will appear in Sydney's north-eastern sky however Sydney Observatory astronomer Andrew Smith told the ABC this could be one of the shortest eclipses. 'Some sources indicate it will be around 10 minutes of totality, which will make it the shortest since 1917, but other sources say it will be less than five minutes which makes it the shortest since 1592,' he said. A lunar eclipse occurs when the moon passes in the shadow of Earth. This is an area known as the umbra, where light from the sun is blocked by our planet. The light refracts differently in the atmosphere and, as it hits the moon, it appears red. The eclipse is the third in a series of four blood moons, with the final one expected on September 28. Saturday’s total lunar eclipse will turn the moon a burnt reddish orange. In this image the last blood moon is situated high above Sydney . This month's event is now booked out at the Sydney Observatory however more tickets may be released on Saturday morning if weather conditions improve. A lunar eclipse occurs when the moon passes in the shadow of Earth. This is an area known as the umbra, where light from the Sun is blocked by our planet. The light refracts differently in the atmosphere and, as it hits the moon, it makes it appear red. This gives rise to its ‘blood red’ appearance during a total eclipse, when the entire moon is in shadow. If it skirts the shadow, known as a partial or penumbral eclipse, the effect is less dramatic. However the forecast for Easter Saturday isn't looking very promising across Australia, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. Simon Allen, BOM's senior meteorologist, told the ABC that Adelaide will be have the clearest skies out of all the states - where the partial eclipse is set to begin at 8.45pm. Perth and Darwin may be lucky depending on the location of cloud bands. The partial eclipse is set to start at 6.15pm and 7.45pm respectively. Cairns, Hobart and Melbourne will most likely see patchy cloud conditions while Mr Allen says 'Sydney and

Summary: The April lunar eclipse is set to turn the moon into blood red this Easter weekend . The Sydney Observatory has been concerned over the bad weather forecast for the big night . Adelaide will be have the clearest skies out of all the states, according to the Bureau of Meteorology . A lunar eclipse occurs when the moon passes in the shadow of Earth .


Real Madrid midfielder James Rodriguez is 'worth his weight in gold' after settling in seamlessly at the Bernabeu this season. That's the view of Spanish newspaper Marca, who focus on the impressive form of the Colombian star since his £60million move from Monaco last summer. According to the Madrid-based publication, Los Blancos have won 80 per cent of their games when Rodriguez is in the side compared to just 58 per cent when he's been missing. Marca (left) say that James Rodriguez is 'worth his weight in gold' as AS focus on Cristiano Ronaldo's appeal . The 23-year-old is also described as 'the jewel in Real Madrid's crown' and praised for his influence in the No 10 role after scoring 13 goals and laying on 12 more for his team-mates so far this season. But his biggest triumph - according to Marca - is how he has lived up to his enormous price-tag, becoming a firm fan favourite for Carlo Ancelotti's side. Elsewhere in Spain, AS focus on Real's appeal against Cristiano Ronaldo's yellow card for diving in Wednesday's 2-0 win against Rayo Vallecano. They say that La Liga's competition and appeals committee will meet on Friday to decide whether or not the Portuguese superstar will be allowed to face Eibar this weekend. Over to Italy, where La Gazzetta dello Sport lead on Roberto Mancini's plans for a summer revolution at Inter Milan. La Gazzetta dello Sport reveal Roberto Mancini's targets as Tuttosport have an interview with Alvaro Morata . The paper claim that the former Manchester City boss hopes to sign eight quality players from a list of 21 candidates. Among Mancini's list are Premier League stars Yaya Toure, Filipe Luis and Lucas Leiva, while Barcelona's Pedro and Palermo forward Paulo Dybala are also mentioned. Tuttosport have an exclusive interview with Juventus striker Alvaro Morata, who says he is not interested in a return to former club Real Madrid. The Spanish international also insists that his side must believe in themselves in the Champions League, even comparing Juve to last season's unfancied runners-up Atletico Madrid.

Summary: Spanish newspaper Marca have praised Real Madrid's James Rodriguez . The Colombian has impressed since joining from Monaco last summer . Roberto Mancini wants to sign eight 'quality' players for Inter Milan . Yaya Toure, Filipe Luis and Lucas Leiva among Mancini's targets . Juventus striker Alvaro Morata claims he is not interested in joining Real .


Manchester City will not compromise on quality in their search for homegrown players this summer. The proof that City have belief in English players was evident in Monday night’s FA Youth Cup final where four of their starting line-up against Chelsea were born in Manchester. Another two have lived there from a young age. Manuel Pellegrini looked on with interest at City’s Academy Stadium. Yet, while those fledglings carry much promise for the future, the fallen Premier League champions have a more immediate problem: they need eight homegrown players for their first-team squad next season to meet guidelines set out by the Premier League and are in danger of losing at least four. Manchester City will ask about Raheem Sterling's availability even if Liverpool are likely to refuse to sell . Manuel Pellegrini watched City's academy in their FA Youth Cup final against Chelsea on Monday . The Premier League champions are also interested in signing Danny Ings (left) and Jay Rodriguez (right) Frank Lampard, Scott Sinclair and Micah Richards will all leave while Richard Wright is expected to follow, and James Milner will decide his fate at the end of the season. Dedryck Boyata and John Guidetti are also ready to move. Milner’s issue is not about money but understood to be about how many games he starts. He has figured in 27 Premier League matches this season but started just 14. The possibility of him departing means City have had to redress their buying strategy. Their track record of buying British has been questionable when you consider the impact made by Jack Rodwell, Sinclair and Adam Johnson. Further question marks have since been placed alongside recruitment decisions of last summer after City floundered in the Champions League and the domestic competitions. Indeed, the pressure is on all investments to make them a stronger Champions League proposition. Sporting director Txiki Begiristain wants Paul Pogba of Juventus, Kevin de Bruyne from Wolfsburg and took a flight to Munich yesterday to watch Porto attacker Yacine Brahimi and his team-mate Alex Sandro, a left back. They want young, hungry potentially world-class players but they also need at least some of them to be homegrown. Ross Barkley could be a City player next season but Everton want at least £50m for the midfielder . Club chiefs will not compromise on quality and they are also interested in foreign stars including Paul Pogba . For that reason, City have to ask about Raheem Sterling even if Liverpool are likely to refuse to sell him. They have discussed signing Burnley forward Danny Ings — even though he doesn’t want to be a peripheral figure — and Jay Rodriguez of Southampton, who will soon be fit again. His clubmate James Ward-Prowse is another promising talent admired by City. Everton’s Ross Barkley and John Stones are others constantly mentioned but here lies City’s problem: Everton would want at least £50million for Barkley. It is a figure that has made City balk. As coach Manuel Pellegrini protested: ‘It’s important to have English players. Can you sign them? To improve this

Summary: Manchester City will make signing English players a priority this summer . Raheem Sterling, Danny Ings and Ross Barkley are all on City's wanted list . Club chiefs want to sign young, hungry potentially world-class players . The Premier League champions, however, will not compromise on quality . Manuel Pellegrini has admitted it's hard to sign the best English talent . City need eight homegrown players for their first-team squad next season .


Nigel Farage, pictured after Reckless's defection to Ukip, is likely to look a little less smug after it was revealed the Rochester and Strood MP is facing an uphill struggle to keep his seat . The Tory MP who defected to Ukip to trigger the Rochester and Strood by-election is on course to lose the seat at the General Election. According to the latest secret polling bombshell to hit Nigel Farage’s party, Mark Reckless, who became Ukip’s second MP last November, faces an uphill battle to hold on to his 2,920 majority on May 7. The disclosure comes after Ukip was thrown into turmoil by last week’s leak to The Mail on Sunday of a survey showing Mr Farage trailing the Tories in his target seat of Thanet South. The private Rochester data is understood to put Mr Reckless narrowly behind the Conservative candidate Kelly Tolhurst, who he defeated in November’s by-election. When Mr Reckless stood for the Tories at the 2010 Election he had a majority of just under 10,000 votes. As with the Thanet South poll, the party has decided against publicising the figures in case supporters are demoralised. A senior Ukip source said: ‘It is not looking easy for Mark, but we are hopeful the figures are misleading.’ However, another source added: ‘We aren’t that bothered because Reckless isn’t particularly popular.’ Some analysts think Ukip could be left with just one MP – Douglas Carswell, who won Clacton in a byelection with a 12,000 majority. Last night Ukip denied the party had itself commissioned polling in Rochester but said: ‘We always knew it would be a tough fight.’ Ukip convert Mark Reckless faces an uphill battle to hold on to his 2,920 majority in Rochester and Strood .

Summary: Reckless' by-election majority of 2,920 in Rochester and Strood my be lost . It's just the latest secret polling bombshell to hit Nigel Farage’s party . Top Ukip source said: ‘It is not looking easy for Mark, but we are hopeful'


Chelsea are weighing up a move for West Ham striker Enner Valencia. Jose Mourinho earmarked the Ecuador forward in January as he chased Juan Cuadrado and Douglas Costa from Shakhtar and is ready to revive that interest this summer. Chelsea have been weighing up various strikers with Loic Remy struggling to maintain fitness and Didier Drogba turning 37 last month. Enner Valencia (left) is a transfer target for Chelsea and they could move for the Ecuadorian in the summer . Chelsea are offering a new contract to Patrick Bamford but he will go out on another loan. The 21-year-old has scored 17 league goals for Middlesbrough as they chase promotion to the Premier League. Bamford, who began his career with Nottingham Forest, currently earns £7,500 a week, but Chelsea will significantly improve on that as part of his new package. He has just over a year left on his deal at Stamford Bridge and Chelsea are keen to tie him down to a new contract. Bamford has impressed the Chelsea hierarchy during loan spells at MK Dons, Derby and current side Middlesbrough. Patrick Bamford has been a huge success at Middlesborough and Chelsea have offered him a new deal . Boro boss Aitor Karanka will be hoping Bamford can inspire his side to promotion during the final three games of the Championship campaign. The Riverside Stadium outfit take on promotion rivals Norwich on Friday evening before facing Fulham and Brighton. Valencia cost West Ham £12m and signed a five year contract. He has scored five goals this season but has been used as a winger too and has only scored one goal in the Premier League since the turn of the year . Chelsea have an interest in Liverpool's Raheem Sterling but know it will prove a difficult deal to do. Valencia has found goals hard to come by for West Ham but has also been played out wide . Raheem Sterling (left) is a known target for Jose Mourinho's side but they know it will be tough to get him .

Summary: Chelsea have revived their interest in West Ham forward Enner Valencia . Patrick Bamford is to be offered a new long-term deal at Stamford Bridge . Despite having an interest in Raheem Sterling, the move looks unlikely . CLICK HERE for all the latest Chelsea news .


You would be forgiven for thinking these colourful scenes of dancing, singing and beating drums is something straight off the streets of South America. But in actual fact it’s Wellington in New Zealand. The quaint capital city put on one hell of a show last weekend for its inaugural CubaDupa festival – a colourful party that shut down streets and spanned several blocks. Scroll down for video . The wacky and delightful Electric Groove Rider stormed down Wellington's Cuba Street at the weekend for the city's inaugural CubaDupa festival – a colourful party that shut down streets and spanned several blocks . Wellington Batucada – a community-based percussion group – brought the flamboyant world of samba to Cuba Street with late night revellers eager to be part of the dancing street party unfolding . Wellington’s iconic and bohemian Cuba Street was the centre point of all activity and drew in thousands of locals and tourists for the contagious and frenetic festivities. The massive scale festival – the first of its kind in several years - saw lively street performances, circus acts taking over parks, performers dancing in shop windows and music stretching across the corners of the city. Performers dressed in outrageously outlandish costumes strolled casually through the nooks and crannies of CubaDupa just like the average-dressed tourist. CubaDupa transformed everyday parking blocks into stages across the Cuba Street precinct, with more than 100 different performances scheduled over the weekend. The quaint capital city put on one hell of a show at the weekend for its inaugural CubaDupa festival – a colourful party that shut down streets and spanned several blocks . Performers dressed in outrageously outlandish costumes strolled casually through the nooks and crannies of CubaDupa just like the average-dressed tourist . CubaDupa transformed everyday parking blocks into stages across the Cuba Street precinct, with more than 100 different performances scheduled over the weekend . And not even the rain could dampen the carnival spirit with thousands soaking up the party vibes along the Cuba Street precinct. As the rain started to fall on Saturday afternoon, Brazilian-style drumming group Sambatron led the crowd in an energised dance procession down the main street. The party continued with Wellington’s Cuban salsa specialists, Cuban Fusion and Cuban Quartet Calle Cuba, hosting a dance class that drew in the young and old for a large scale conga line. No one even batted an eyelid as revellers spontaneously broke out into a dance at the first sound of a beating drum or trumpet. Wellington’s iconic and bohemian Cuba Street was the centre point of all activity and drew in thousands of locals and tourists for the contagious and frenetic festivities . Many craned their necks to catch a glimpse of Spanish street performers Osadia creating wacky hairstyles straight out of The Hunger Games . Not even the rain could dampen the carnival spirit with thousands soaking up the party vibes along the Cuba Street precinct . The massive scale festival – the first of its kind in several years - saw lively street performances, circus acts

Summary: Wellington held its inaugural CubaDupa festival bringing in performers from across the world . New Zealand's capital shut down several streets for the colourful party that spanned several blocks . The iconic and bohemian Cuba Street was the centre point of all activity and drew in thousands despite the rain .


Tracey Neville would say she has never lived in the shadow of her footballing brothers. She might not have enjoyed their fame or their financial success. At the peak of her career as an England netball player who won bronze medals at the Commonwealth Games and World Cup, she earned just £742 a month. But there has been no shortage of ambition and no lack of personality. She is Phil Neville's twin and I ask her which of them, back on January 21, 1977, emerged first. 'I don't think there was ever any way Philip was coming out before me,' she says in a broad Bury accent enriched by an endearing burst of laughter. Tracey Neville, pictured at Hotel Football in Manchester, is Phil Neville's twin and sister to Gary Neville . Neville gives a team talk to her Manchester Thunder players during a match with Surrey Storm last year . England coach and Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville poses with his sister Tracey and her friends . It might explain why it is Tracey who has risen to the rank of national head coach first, taking England's netball team to this summer's World Cup in Australia while her brothers continue to combine coaching and broadcasting. Gary has spent the past three years as assistant to England manager Roy Hodgson. Tracey was parachuted into the top job on an interim basis last month and will select a squad of 12 for the tournament in August. Winning it will be no easy task, even if England are ranked third in the world. They failed to win a medal in last year's Commonwealth Games and poor results in a recent Test series convinced netball chiefs to turn to 38-year-old Neville, who has performed impressively as the boss at Manchester Thunder. How England perform will impact on funding with up to £4million at stake. The pressure is on. She revived an ageing Thunder team with an injection of youth and has secured two Superleague titles in three years. They are top of the league and later this month will contest their Superleague semi-final at the Manchester Arena, with some suggesting there are echoes of a certain local football team. Like Gary and Phil, she was first capped for her country at 19, eventually making 81 international appearances before a knee injury forced her to retire — and she says her personality is probably a mixture of the brothers'. Sportsmail's Chief Sports Reporter, Matt Lawton, interviews Neville over breakfast at Hotel Football . Phil Neville, who now works as pundit with BT Sport and the BBC, takes a selfie with his twin sister . Neville celebrates with her Manchester Thunder team after clinching the Superleague title in April last year . 'I think we're all natural leaders,' she says as she tucks into a cooked breakfast at Hotel Football, which stands next to Old Trafford and counts her brothers and Manchester United's other 'Class of 92' players among its main investors. 'I'd say I'm quite intense, like Gary. He and I would clash quite a lot.

Summary: Tracey Neville is Phil Neville's twin and sister to Gary Neville . She will manage England at the netball World Cup in Australia this summer . Tracey believes her personality is a mixture of her brothers' She would love to pick the brains of Man United legend Sir Alex Ferguson .


Airline rivals Ryanair and Aer Lingus have locked horns once again on Twitter. In not-so-subtle posts on the social networking site, the two carriers reignited their feud by posting tweets concerning their operation at Dublin Airport. Ryanair, run by Michael O'Leary, shared a photo of two of its staff by an advertising banner in Terminal 2, along with the words: 'Low Fares have come to @DublinAirport T2 at last. 'Fly from T1 for the lowest fares made simple.' Ryanair took to Twitter for a cheeky promotional photo in Terminal 2 in Dublin - where Aer Lingus fly out from . In response to Ryanair's post, Aer Lingus had a dig at where Ryanair fly their passengers out too . Ryanair flies out of Terminal 1 at Dublin Airport, whereas Aer Lingus flies from Terminal 2, so it was clear the tweet was a joke at its rival's expense. However, without directly responding to the sly dig, Aer Lingus responded in fine form. Ireland's national airline tweeted: 'Fly from T2 at @DublinAirport to central locations across Europe. T1 gets you nearly there, we get you really there.' The words appear to be a reaction to Terminal 1-based Ryanair often using smaller and former military bases throughout Europe, often away from the central point of the destination city. Ryanair have been accused by rivals Aer LIngus of getting their customers 'nearly' to central locations . This isn't the first time the two have taken to Twitter to engage in some light-hearted banter. Back in January a row erupted when Aer Lingus tweeted photos and claimed one of its planes was featured in the background of an online advert for Ryanair’s ‘business plus’ service. With a smiley face emoticon for good measure, Aer Lingus gleefully wrote to its 89,000 followers: ‘Epic #photobomb by EI-DVM on Ryanair’s website! Even they know we’re Best for Business’. Aer Lingus took to Twitter to point out that Ryanair had used an Aer Lingus plane on some of its promotional material . Aer Lingus’ attempt to publicly embarrass Ryanair didn’t sit well with its low-cost rival. Ryanair responded with an affront of its own: ‘Even @AerLingus is talking about @Ryanair Business Plus. FYI, he’s smiling cos he saved a fortune & avoided another late @AerLingus arrival!’ As their Twitter followers weighed in and encouraged more banter, the Dublin-based airlines traded a few more tweets before calling it quits. Ryanair, in typical fashion, responded to Aer Lingus' post as only they would . The UK Court of Appeal is set to rule Ryanair’s 29.82 per cent stake in Aer Lingus. Ryanair is the largest individual shareholder and it is set to find out if it will be forced to comply with competition regulators and sell down to no more than five per cent. Ryanair has predicted British Airways-owner IAG will return with another tilt at Aer Lingus as soon as this week. The budget airline said it is ‘actively’ seeking a buyer for its stake in Aer Lingus, which it has to sell due to competition requirements, and expects IAG to

Summary: Ryanair post promo photo in Terminal 2 - where Aer Lingus fly out from . They Tweet that 'low fares have come to Dublin Airport T2 at last' The low-cost airline are actually based out of Terminal 1 . Aer Lingus respond saying they get customers to central locations, not 'nearly there'


There will have been eight Madrid derbies by the end of this season, no city showdown has been played more in recent years. MailSport looks at the reasons why Atletico Madrid’s meeting with Real Madrid can also lay claim to be the greatest city derby in world football. Opposites attract . The clash of styles is always fascinating. Carlo Ancelotti must accommodate Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema and that leaves him little choice but to play a 4-3-3. Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema must all be accommodated, leaving little choice but 4-3-3 . Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are meeting for the fifth and sixth time in European competition that brings them level with Inter and AC Milan in number of city duels. Chelsea and Arsenal have met twice, as have Barcelona and Espanyol and Rapid and Steaua Bucharest. It’s a system that leaves Real Madrid short in midfield especially when you consider none of the first choice midfield trio are defensive players. This plays perfectly into Atletico’s hands. Diego Simeone will flood the midfield on Tuesday night as he has done in recent meetings between the two sides and see if his 4-4-2 with Arda Turan, Mario Suarez, Gabi and Koke can’t over-run Rodriguez, Luka Modric in midfield. Atletico’s two banks of four are also very good at closing the space down for Bale, Ronaldo and Benzema. No wonder Ancelotti said on Monday that playing Simeone’s team is always a problem. Midfielder Koke will be deployed to try and smother the Real Madrid midfield during their last eight tie . The coaches . Simeone never tires of his ‘one game at a time mantra’ Ancelotti was on Monday talking about the challenge being not to beat Atletico but to win the 11th European Cup – the complete opposite of one game at a time. This meeting has added spice because it's the chance for last season's beaten finalists to avenge their victors. Borusia Monchengladbach had the same opportunity against Liverpool in 1978 as did Juventus against Ajax in 1997 and Inter Milan against Bayern Munich in 2011. Simeone’s burns more calories on the touchline than some of his players while Ancelotti’s activity tends to get no more anaerobic than opening another packet of chewing gum. The Italian has won the lot in club football, Simeone is on his way to equaling that feat – he has already won the league and cup in Spain, and the European and Spanish Super Cups along with the Europa League. He almost got the European Cup last year but Ancelotti denied him. For as long as the pair stay in Spain their futures will be linked. Diego Simeone raises his players one game at a time and the games against Real Madrid are no difference . Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti and Atletico boss Simeone often have their careers compared . The Real stars against the team with no stars . When Real Madrid were beaten 4-0 by Atletico Madrid in the league in February it wasn’t the Atletico players who

Summary: Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid meet for the fifth and sixth time in Europe . That brings them level with Inter and AC Milan in number of city duels . There will have been eight Madrid derbies by the end of this season . No city showdown has been played more time in recent years . SEE where Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale unwind after Madrid training .


Borussia Dortmund defender Mats Hummels is leaving his options open amid speculation he may leave the club in the summer as he admits he is contemplating leaving the club. The German centre-back gave an interview in Kicker magazine last week in which he demanded a stronger Dortmund team for next season, otherwise he may consider his own future. The Westphalians seem certain to miss out on a place in the Champions League next season while they may not even qualify for the Europa League, and Hummels has admitted again he may not be sticking with the club for much longer. Mats Hummels has admitted he is considering his future at Borussia Dortmund . The Germany defender has consistently been linked with a big-money move to Manchester United . 'That doesn't mean that I am leaving, it just means I'm reflecting,' he told Sky television following a 1-0 defeat to Bayern Munich at the weekend. 'There's no particular tendency one way or the other. It's just thoughts going through my mind. It will all become clearer in the coming weeks.' In 2007, when he moved to Dortmund from Bayern, he turned down an approach from Hoffenheim and said that was a 'gut feeling'. Hummels closes down Mario Gotze during Dortmund's 1-0 defeat by Bayern Munich on Saturday . 'It's going to be the same again this time,' added the 26-year-old, who still has two years left to run on his contract with Dortmund, but has already attracted attention from several other clubs around Europe. Manchester United were reportedly willing to offer up to £30million for his services - an amount Dortmund may struggle to reject if they cannot count on earning that sort of money from the Champions League next season.

Summary: Mats Hummels has been linked with a move to Manchester United . Germany defender admits he is considering his future at the club . Hummels said his future will become clear at the end of the season .


New Jersey police have released a sketch of an infant whose headless remains were discovered last year in an attempt to track down the child's mother. On Nov. 11, 2014, the headless body of a seven-pound-five-ounce infant was found in a trash heap in Farmingdale, New Jersey. Now, more than five months later, authorities have released the sketch along with photos of evidence as they continue to investigate the child's death. The baby, who was named 'Emma Grace' by a local church, was discovered by a ReCommunity Recycling facility employee, police said in a news release. Scroll down for video . Emma Grace: New Jersey police have released a sketch of an infant (photographed), known as 'Emma Grace,' whose headless remains were discovered last year in an attempt to track down the child's mother . Evidence: Investigators located the infant's head along with two blood-soaked blouses (left and right) and a bag more than 50 miles away in Orange township . Investigators located the infant's head along with two blood-soaked blouses and a bag more than 50 miles away in Orange township. Authorities released the sketch of Emma and the photos Friday enlisting the help of the public to locate the infant's mother. 'Detectives hope someone may recognize the baby based on the composite sketch or provide assistance to find the mother based on the items of clothing,' police said. The release states that no current evidence indicates that the mother was a 'victim of foul play,' but authorities have not ruled out the possibility. A medical examiner has determined that Emma was not stillborn, but the cause of the child's death is still unknown. Funeral: The baby's remains have been released to the Ardena Baptist Church in Freehold, which will hold a funeral for the infant Saturday . Name: The Ardena Baptist Church, who will hold a funeral for the child, gave her the name 'Emma Grace' Investigators say that if the mother is responsible for placing the remains in the trash heap, she may have been trying to hide her pregnancy prior to giving birth. 'She might have been living a different lifestyle than she was accustomed to, and since the birth she may have resumed some of her more normal routines,' police said. Based on hair characteristics, police said, the infant is of mixed race and may be of Hispanic origin. The investigation is ongoing and Monmouth County Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for information leading to the identity of the infant's mother. The baby's remains have been released to the Ardena Baptist Church in Freehold, which will hold a funeral for the infant Saturday.

Summary: New Jersey police have released a sketch of an infant whose headless body was discovered last year in an attempt to find the child's mother . The body of the infant, called 'Emma Grace' was found in a trash heap in November, authorities located her head more than 50 miles away . Police say the mother may have been trying to hide her pregnancy prior to giving birth .


Mariel Hemingway was just 16 years old when she starred as Woody Allen's teenage girlfriend in the controversial romantic-comedy 'Manhattan'. As the granddaughter of Ernest Hemingway, Mariel was from one of the most famous and recognizable families in America. But despite her grandfather’s success, there was a dark side to her last name, which the now 53-year-old has recounted in two new novels, released Tuesday. On top of the world: Mariel Hemingway, 53, has her life in order and has written two revealing books about growing up in a family riddled with depression, alcoholism and suicides . Independent: Mariel Hemingway, the granddaughter to literary legend Ernest Hemingway, had written a new book where she describes overcoming the legacy of mental illness, addiction, and suicide in her family . Patterns of depression: Her grandfather, Ernest Hemingway killed himself just months before Mariel was born . Out Came The Sun, aimed at adults, and Invisible Girl, written for teens, describes Mariel’s journey of self-discovery and reveals the true stories of the tragedies and troubles of the Hemingway family, which was plagued by mental illness, addiction and suicide. In both books, Hemingway describes her childhood as chaotic. Both of her parents (her father, Jack Hemingway, is the son of Hadley Hemingway – Ernest’s first wife; her mother is Byra Louise Hemingway) were alcoholics, and she recalls their loud fights during which she played the peacemaker and tried to pick up the pieces. She writes about being woken up by yelling, the smashing of plates and wishing it was all a terrible dream. 'I thought all families threw bottles and would yell and scream like that. I didn't know,' Mariel told Metro. She reveals that part of the reason she decided to write two books about her depression was to reach out to a younger audience that isn't normally served. 'My publisher said "I think we should help young people." I was so excited because I've always wanted to reach out to that age group, because that was when I was the most scared. That was when life made the least sense to me,' she told Yahoo News. Mariel reveals in candid detail the story of her troubled childhood in a famous family haunted by depression, alcoholism, illness, and suicide. Cursed chain: Mariel with, from left, sisters Muffet and Margaux - once the world's highest paid model - and their father Jack . Difficult childhood: Since her documentary Running From Crazy premiered at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival, Hemingway said she has spent much of her time touring the country and telling her story . Nightmare: Mariel, pictured here at about 15, says in her books her parents would drink, fight and then she would be left to clean up the mess each night . Mariel was born in 1961, just a few months after her grandfather, Ernest Hemingway, infamously killed himself with a double-barreled shotgun. The idealized life that the writer was selling to the world, Mariel says, was a coverup for the truth of his self-dramatization and a chronic self-identity crisis, his alcoholism, and

Summary: The actress and granddaughter of Ernest Hemingway describes what it was like for her growing up . She has written two distinct books, one for adults and one teenagers . Around 10 per cent of Americans suffer from depression . The books speak about about mental illness and what it is like living in a troubled family . Hemingway tells about her own experiences with depression, eating disorders, OCD, and how she learned to overcome the issues .


An Irish tourist accused of leaving his brother in a coma after a late night argument in Sydney has pleaded guilty to recklessly causing grievous bodily harm after the crown declined to downgrade the charge. Barry Lyttle, 33, will now be sentenced in Sydney's local court, where the maximum jail term is two years, rather than the district court, where people could face up to 10 years for that offence. Patrick Lyttle, 31, was rushed to hospital and spent six days in a coma after he was allegedly struck by his brother, Barry in Kings Cross in Sydney's inner-city on January 3. Scroll down for video . Barry (left) and Patrick (right) arrived together today to the Downing Centre court in Sydney . His elder brother was charged with recklessly causing grievous bodily harm. Downing Centre Local Court was told of the guilty plea during a brief mention on Thursday, where Lyttle was supported by family, including his younger brother Patrick. Lyttle's legal team had tried to negotiate a lesser charge over the attack, with Patrick publicly speaking out in support of his brother and calling for the charges to be dismissed. Barry Lyttle has been charged with grievous bodily harm . Mr Lyttle pleaded guilty after the crown declined to downgrade the charge . But prosecutors decided to go ahead with the original charge and that Lyttle agreed to plead guilty. The Irishman could learn his fate as soon as Thursday afternoon when the matter returns to court for a possible sentencing hearing. The hearing is expected to include CCTV footage of the attack and evidence from criminologist John Braithwaite, an expert in 'restorative justice', which covers sentencing options other than imprisonment. The Irishman could learn his fate as soon as Thursday afternoon when the matter returns to court for a possible sentencing hearing . The hearing is expected to include CCTV footage of the attack and evidence from criminologist John Braithwaite, an expert in 'restorative justice' The Lyttle family has previously said they believe the charge against Lyttle should be dropped. During a brief mention of the matter last week, the prosecutor asked for a further adjournment saying police had served both parties with further material and they needed more time to negotiate. Outside court on April 9th, Patrick said he had made 'a fantastic recovery'. Mr Lyttle spent nearly a week in an induced coma in January following his brother's alleged attack before making his remarkable recovery at St Vincent's Hospital in Sydney's inner suburbs. Barry Lyttle (pictured left) has pleaded guilty to causing his brother Patrick (right) grievous bodily harm . The Lyttle family has previously said they believe the charge against Barry (centre) should be dropped . Patrick Lyttle (right) said he had made a 'fantastic recovery' Patrick's appearance in court last week was his first without wearing a beanie. He appeared in fine health as he and his brother arrived wearing matching suits and shoes. The younger Mr Lyttle has previously called on the charges laid against his brother to be dropped. The brothers, who have

Summary: Barry Lyttle pleads guilty to causing grievous bodily harm . He allegedly struck his brother Patrick during a night out on January 3 . Barry is negotiating with prosecutors for a lesser charge . Irish brothers Barry and Patrick Lyttle hoping to return home soon .


This is the moment police in Texas turn ranchers as they determinedly try to herd a stray buffalo. Dashcam footage shows the officers using their patrol vehicles to steer the one ton bison off the road and back to his farm near the city of Round Rock. As they beep their horns the animal, named Big Boy, continues to run along the sidewalk but at one point he veers in front of the police car and over to the other side of the road. Despite the detour, the buffalo made it home safely free of injury. His owner, 79-year-old Joe Don Kotrla-Chipps, told Fox News that Big Boy has got into bad habits recently and has taken to jumping over his fence. 'It's been plenty adequate for 25 years with all my other buffalo, but this one is a jumper,' the rancher said. Apparently Big Boy made it past electric fence and a barbed wire barrier to escape his pen last Friday morning around 7am. Police say they gave his owner a citation for violating the 'open range act' with inadequate fencing. On the run: This is the moment police in Texas turn ranchers as they determinedly try and herd a buffalo . High-speed chase: Dashcam footage shows the officers using their patrol vehicles to steer the one ton bison off the road and back to his farm near the city of Round Rock . Lights, camera, action: As they beep their horns the animal, named Big Boy, continues to run along the sidewalk but at one point he veers in front of the police car and over to the other side of the road . As a result, Kotrla-Chipps is reportedly getting a higher boundary installed. In the meantime Big Boy, aged five, has been relocated to another patch of land. It was a local resident who reported the animal's break for freedom after spotting him on the highway. Police said officers and an Animal Control unit responded to a 'loose livestock' report and they were able to lure the bison to a secure area. Athletic abilities: His owner, 79-year-old Joe Don Kotrla-Chipps, told Fox News that Big Boy has got into bad habits recently and has taken to jumping over his fence . Bid for freedom: Apparently Big Boy made it past electric fence and a barbed wire fence to escape his pen last Friday morning around 7am . Fortunately no one was hurt during the incident. Authorities later highlighted the dangers of the situation. 'These animals are large, quick, and could do harm if encountered in the wrong circumstances,' they noted. Along with buffalo, Kotrla-Chipps keeps a range of animals on his ranch including pigs, dogs and peacock. Touching in the recent drama he concluded: '[Big Boy's] an exceptional buffalo. And that's why I want to keep him you know. There's something there that's over and above all my other ones.'

Summary: Dashcam footage shows the officers using their patrol vehicles to steer the one ton bison off the road and back to his farm near the city of Round Rock . As they beep their horns the animal, named Big Boy, continues to run along the sidewalk . However, at one point he veers in front of the police car and on to the other side of the road . Despite the detour, the buffalo made it home safely free of injury.


A new documentary about morbidly obese people has highlighted the danger of parents who enable their children’s eating habits. Susan Farmer, from Eddy, Texas, who weighs 43st (605 lbs), was told she would die unless she dropped more than half her body weight by concerned doctors. But while the 37 year old was determined to shed the weight, her mother continued to buy her daughter fatty foods. Scroll down for video . Susan Farmer, 37, from Eddy, Texas, weighs 43st (605lbs) and was told by doctors to lose half her body weight or face early death . At her heaviest, Susan weighed 43st and was unable to walk for longer than 30 seconds at a time. Speaking on the TLC show My 600lb Life, which aired at 9pm tonight, she reveals how the excess flab caused her permanent pain. She said: ‘Life is miserable, I hurt all the time.' ‘I don’t get up much with me having this big stomach, it pulls on me so bad and it feels like my skin is on fire and it’s just going to melt. ‘I have trouble breathing, especially when I’m walking and I have to take baby steps because I’m afraid of falling - if I fell, there’s nothing anybody can do for me. ‘I don’t like looking at myself so I don’t look at myself in the mirror - to me I’m fat and ugly.’ Susan regularly snacked on junk food all day to make herself feel happy . At 37 years old, Susan continues to live with her mother Nita, who dotes on her daughter and does all of her washing, cooking and cleaning. Although Nita admits that he daughter’s weight is putting her in serious danger, she appears unable to stop buying her the food that is making her fat. The pair are filmed visiting their local supermarket, where Susan says: ‘I don’t like going out much anymore. I only go out to get food or if I have to. ‘I can only walk now to get to the next place and sit down.’ After entering the store, Susan asks staff for an electric cart so she can sit on it as she browses the aisles, but is told that it is out of order. On hearing the news, she bursts into tears and says to her mother: ‘I can’t walk around this damn store. Can’t do it, I can’t walk around this f****** store.’ She heads to the nearest chair in the in-store café and sits down, refusing to move until her mother suggests putting the chair in the trolley and taking it round with them so that Susan can sit down when she needs to. But in the same breath, when Susan gets up to walk around the store, her mother asks her what type of cakes she wants to buy. In the supermarket, Susan is unable to walk for long periods of tie because of the pressure her weight puts on her knees . She is then seen piling large packets of nachos and multiple large bottles of

Summary: Susan Farmer, from Eddy, Texas, weighs 43st (605lbs) The 37 year old is told to lose half her body weight or face an early grave . She achieves it over 12 months after her mother stops buying her junk food .


Police in North Carolina say a married couple is dead after an Amtrak train hit them on Easter morning as they lingered on the tracks. Derek Lowe, 38, and Tina Lowe, 33, were hit shortly before 10am on Sunday in Durham by a train heading north. Amtrak spokesman Marc Magliari said train No. 80, the Carolinian, was headed from Charlotte to New York City when the accident occurred on property owned by Norfolk-Southern. Scroll down for video . Derek Lowe, 38, and Tina Lowe, 33, were struck and killed by an Amtrak train shortly before 10am on Easter Sunday in Durham, North Carolina . Authorities say none of the 166 passengers on the train were injured, although a man who fell ill during the delay did receive treatment . The Lowes were both pronounced dead at the scene, WRAL reported. The train continued on its route after a delay of about two hours and 45 minutes, according to Magliari. Authorities say none of the 166 passengers on the train were injured, although a man who fell ill during the delay did receive treatment. A man who met the pair while collecting scrap metal said they may have lived in a homeless camp, ABC 11 reported. James Thompson said: 'The last encounter I had with the man and woman was they had a grocery cart and they had a few items in it. 'They asked me would I use my truck to go over there because crossing the railroad tracks was so bad, and so hard with the cart. After the accident occurred, the train was delayed for almost three hours before continuing on its way . 'They'll come up to me and want me to give them a little something. 'When you see a person that's in dire straits, be kind to them. 'Don't condemn them. They've got a heart.' Durham is located about 25 miles northwest of the train's next destination, Raleigh. The trip from Charlotte to New York City usually takes about 13 hours and 30 minutes.

Summary: Accident happened just before 10am on Sunday in Durham, North Carolina . Derek Lowe, 38, and Tina Lowe, 33, were pronounced dead at the scene . Northbound train struck pair on property owned by Norfolk-Southern . Train No. 80, the Carolinian, was headed from Charlotte to New York City . Trip continued after about three-hour delay and no passengers were hurt . Man who met pair while collecting scrap metal said they were homeless .


Walter Smith says Ally McCoist deserves a chance to prove himself as a successful manager at a stable club. The Ibrox legend worked closely with McCoist and coach Kenny McDowall before the duo assumed the reins at Rangers during four years of unprecedented turmoil off and on the pitch. Charged with leading the club back to the Premiership from the bottom tier, McCoist finally resigned and was placed on gardening leave in December and is still earning £14,000 a week while his 12-month notice period runs down. Walter Smith says Ally McCoist deserves a chance to prove himself a successful manager at a stable club . McDowall, who reluctantly took over as caretaker boss before leaving in March to be replaced by Stuart McCall, is also awaiting a final severance deal which would free him up to work elsewhere. Yet despite leaving the club under a cloud, Smith insists that both men have something left to offer in football, and he blames boardroom turmoil under Craig Whyte, Charles Green and the Mike Ashley-Easdale Brothers axis for contributing towards an unmanageable situation. ‘I think they want an opportunity,’ said the former Rangers manager and chairman of his two former colleagues. ‘After working with them for a number of years and them getting the opportunity to go in and take over, which I got when Graeme (Souness) left, the boys were always hoping they would get the opportunity. ‘There was no guarantee of that, but they got it, and you have got to say that the circumstances they worked under were probably the poorest of any manager at any time in Rangers’ history. ‘People can make their own judgments of how a manager does a job. All I would say is that everyone has to have support. ‘I got the support of David Murray when I was manager at Rangers and he was a big help to me. They never had that help, they didn’t get any help. ‘Stuart (McCall) has come in at a time when everybody is looking a bit brighter for a change at Rangers. It is a good time for him to come in. Stuart McCall is now in charge of the Scottish Championship side and has impressed since taking over . ‘It certainly wasn’t a good time when Alistair took over. Craig Whyte came in and that coincided with Alistair, I felt, not getting a fair opportunity. ‘It is very difficult to judge him as a manager under the circumstances that he worked in. I certainly wouldn’t have liked to have worked under them anyway.’ The McCoist legacy has drawn unfavourable comments from supporters. Signings such as Dean Shiels, David Templeton and Ian Black arrived on wages which were barely justified by their performances in a light blue shirt. Some voiced doubts over McCoist’s tactical acumen while others asked why younger players weren’t given more of a chance to blossom in the lower leagues. Yet Smith argues that both McCoist and McDowall deserve to be remembered for what they did during his own highly successful second spell at Rangers,

Summary: Walter Smith believes Ally McCoist deserves another managerial job . Ibrox legend believes McCoist still has something to offer in football . McCoist is still being paid £14,000 a week while his notice period runs out .


It has been described as a 'maritime masterpiece'. The 'finest' steam yacht in Australia. Originally named Ena, the historic steam yacht was designed in 1900 and built the following year. And now it is on the market after having served in World War I and being salvaged after it sunk in 1981, the Property Observer reports. This steam boat has been described as a maritime masterpiece. The finest steam yacht in Australia . Originally named Ena, the historic steam yacht was designed in 1900 and built the following year . Now it is on the market after having served in World War I and being salvaged after it sunk in 1981 . Agent Paul Summers said the Edwardian style yacht is on the market for more than $1.2 million . Designed by Walter Reeks more than a century ago, the yacht is said to be one of only three that remains in the world today. It first undertook war service as HMAS Sleuth in World War I before it sank years later in 1981 near Hobart after hitting an object underwater, according to the Property Observer. Ena was brought back to Sydney where she was purchased and further restored - and renamed 'Aurore' - which in total reportedly cost around $4 million. She become a commercial cargo and fishing vessel. The boat then came under the ownership of miner Pat Burke, which became the infamous playground for his close friends at the time - Rene Rivkin and David Baffsky, the Property Observer reports. Designed by Walter Reeks more than a century ago, the yacht is said to be one of only three that remains in the world today . The historica steam boat was initially named Ena then renamed after Aurore . The boat first undertook war service as HMAS Sleuthin World War I before it sank years later in 1981 near Hobart after hitting an object underwater, according to the Property Observer. The main saloon of the Edwardian style yacht also features a detailed timber table . The interior has varnished timber throughout, while below the deck there is a ladies' cabin that has seating and carved woodwork with etched glass murals . It's further marketed to have a gentlemen's saloon with the addition of day beds and a folding card table . Since then it has been relocated from Sydney to Melbourne, available for exclusive cruises on Port Phillip Bay and Yarra River . Inspections of the historic steam boat is by appointment only and will be up for auction on Tuesday, May 19 . The boat became a luxury playground for Rene Rivkin and his mates . Since then Ena has been relocated from Sydney to Melbourne for exclusive cruises on Port Phillip Bay and Yarra River. The interior has varnished timber throughout, while below the deck there is a ladies' cabin that has seating and carved woodwork with etched glass murals. It's further marketed to have a gentlemen's saloon complete with day beds and a folding card table. The main also features a detailed timber table. Listed by

Summary: 'Ena' was designed by Walter Reeks in 1900 and undertook war service as HMAS Sleuth in World War I . The 29 metre steam yacht sank near Hobart in 1981 but was salvaged . It was turned into a commercial cargo and fishing vessel, renamed 'Aurore' The historic steam boat has been listed by Paul Sumner at Mossgreen . It has been marketed as 'the finest steam yacht in Australia and only one of three of its kind remaining in the world'


Alan Pardew says Sunderland should be more concerned about his in-form Crystal Palace side than his past as Newcastle manager this Saturday. Palace beat Manchester City on Monday night and have ambitions of finishing in the Barclays Premier League's top 10 this season. Pardew was the first Newcastle boss to suffer four successive defeats to Sunderland, who last weekend won a fifth Tyne-Wear derby in a row, but is now only thinking about Palace. 'We're going there in great form. The stadium will be wary of us, the 11 players on the pitch,' Pardew said. Glenn Murray (second from right) celebrates with his team-mates after scoring against Manchester City . Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew thinks Sunderland fans should concentrate on his in-form side . 'Irrespective of my reception, it's about the 11 players on the pitch and Sunderland fans know that we're in really good form. 'The group is on a high. We have a different type of game this Saturday and we need to make the adjustment quickly.' Pardew arrived at Selhurst Park in January with top-flight survival the target. Performances and results have surpassed expectations, but Pardew insists the Eagles must stick to the characteristics which have seen them soar to 11th place in the table. 'It is now about trying to keep our professionalism and keep on the process of what's been winning us games,' Pardew added. 'We haven't set an outcome target, in terms of points we're going to get, but we have talked about the standards that we've set and that we need to maintain those. 'If we maintain them, then our position might surprise a few. Jason Puncheon celebrates after scoring Palace's winning goal in their 2-1 victory against champions City . Jermain Defoe scores a stunning winner for Sunderland in the Tyne-Wear derby against Newcastle . 'We're three points away from the top 10 so of course it is (a realistic target).' Pardew believes Palace players will be viewed in a more favourable light when it comes to international honours. He said: 'All our players are going to be looked at in a kinder manner, or through a different lens to how they've been looked at - and so they should be. 'Our form is as good as the top three or four clubs in the country and therefore they should receive the plaudits for what they're doing. That would be only what they deserve.' Mile Jedinak could come straight in after his four-game suspension as midfielder Joe Ledley is a doubt with a hip injury. Pardew added: 'Joe Ledley's got a slight strain and we'll have to monitor that. 'He's been exceptional since I've been here, so we'll give him every opportunity to play.' Pardew, after four years as Newcastle boss, knows Sunderland well and was not surprised the Black Cats turned to former Rangers and Holland boss Dick Advocaat. 'I think it was a great move for them to have someone of his experience at this time and he's proving that,' Pardew added. 'It's fair to say they've gone a little bit

Summary: Crystal Palace face Sunderland at the Stadium of Light on Saturday . Ex-Newcastle boss Alan Pardew is prepared for a frosty reception . But he believes Black Cats fans should be more concerned about his side . Sunderland are 15th in the table and three points clear of the drop zone .


Between the sugar-free devotees and the paleo health nuts sprouting advice in forums and on blogs, there are a lot of confusing messages surrounding what foods are best and most for nourishing children. In an exclusive interview with Daily Mail Australia, UK children's cookbook guru Annabel Karmel has slammed Pete Evans' controversial bone broth recipe in his book 'Bubba Yum Yum - The Paleo Way', calling it dangerous, and said the paleo method goes against everything nutritionists and child health experts recommend. 'Babies need milk - it needs to be a formula or breast milk because it has the nutrients they need and bone broth will not give them what breast milk or formula does,' Karmel, 51, said. Scroll down for video . Motivated mumpreneur: British children's cook book author Annabel Karmel, has over 40 books to her name . Paleo, puhlease... Karmel believes bone broth instead of breast milk or formula is dangerous and ill advised . As an expert on children's nutrition from babies through to toddlers, Karmel believes that, unlike Pete Evans' exclusion diet that recommends bone broth over breast milk, it is all about a well-rounded diet approach. 'Who is going to be making bone broth? 'I mean, it’s a lot of work and it’s also very low calorie amount of food,' she said. 'The baby won't have any nutrition they need - it’s entirely dangerous and I would definitely not advise that.' 'Children’s diets are slightly different to adult diets. When they’re young, the whole low-fat high fibre doesn't apply to children, they need high fats and not many high fibre foods because they deplete the body of nutrients when they’re young,' she added. Bad for bubba: Karmel says Pete Evan's kids cook book goes against everything health experts would advise . 'However, from two years old, provided they’re not underweight, they can have low-fat skim milk, but up until two they should have full fat milk, proper yoghurt and full fat everything. 'Yet a lot of people give them fruit and vegetables for far too long and they don’t have the nutrients they need to grow so children as a result become deficient in vitamins and minerals.' 'So it's really important babies have iron rich food, essential fatty acids and nutrient dense foods - which is basically the opposite of bone broth. 'They need cheese because their tummies are so small and they need energy because they’re running around, so cheese, avocado and meat have a high calorie content and that’s really important,' said Karmel. Fad foods: Karmel says she doesn't believe in fads and is against sugar free, paleo and low carb diets . 'So basically (the paleo diet) goes against everything that nutritionists and experts in child health would advise and I don’t know where he gets his advice from but I would not advise it.' At the mention of certain grains and carbohydrates being excluded, Karmel gasped. 'Sandwiches, breakfast cereals, pasta, all of those - are you saying you cannot have any of that? They're staples for children. If you can’t get them

Summary: UK celebrity cook book author Annabel Karmel shares her thoughts on paleo for kids . The acclaimed author has over 40 children's cook books . Says the paleo method goes against everything nutritionists and child health experts recommend . Karmel is in Australia to launch nutritious children's food range at Coles .


Former Valencia striker Aritz Aduriz denied his old team victory with a last-gasp equaliser for Athletic Bilbao at San Mames Stadium. Aduriz pounced in the 90th minute to secure a 1-1 draw after Valencia had been reduced to 10 men. Nicolas Otamendi had harshly received a straight red card eight minutes earlier for a high challenge, and Valencia were unable to hold out in his absence. Athletic Bilbao Aritz Aduriz scored a 90th minute equaliser to deny his former club Valencia victory . Substitute Rodrigo De Paul celebrates after coming on to give Valencia the lead . Substitute Rodrigo De Paul had given the visitors a deserved lead 16 minutes into the second period, but even though they were unable to claim maximum points, a draw took them above Sevilla into fourth place in their pursuit of possible Champions League qualification. Getafe bolstered their hopes of securing Primera Division status for next season after moving 10 points clear of the bottom three by edging to a 1-0 win at struggling Elche. Fredy Hinestroza scored the only goal of the game with only five minutes remaining in a rare attack for Getafe, after the hosts had spurned a series of chances in the first half. Getafe celebrate after taking a step closer to survival by defeating Elche through Fredy Hinestroza's strike . Ecuadorian Felipe Caicedo scored twice for Espanyol in the 3-0 defeat of Villarreal . Elsewhere, Espanyol extended Villarreal's winless streak to six games in all competitions as two goals from Felipe Caicedo handed the Catalans a 3-0 win at El Madrigal. Caicedo had a slice of fortune in opening the scoring as Javi Lopez's miscued header deflected off the Ecuadorian and he then thumped home his second of the evening after the break at Sergio Asenjo's near post. Asenjo had a night to forget as he also spilled Sergio Garcia's cross 11 minutes from time to allow Victor Sanchez to roll the ball into an empty net to complete Villarreal's misery.

Summary: Valencia were held to a 1-1 draw by Athletic Bilbao after Aritz Aduriz netted . Getafe boosted survival chances with 1-0 win over strugglers Elche . Felipe Caicedo scored a brace in Espanyol's 3-0 defeat of Villarreal .


The Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) fraternity at Clemson University in South Carolina has been put on probation for two years after the group held a Christmas theme party that flared up racial tensions on campus. The 'Cripmas' party, held last December, had white students throwing stereotypical gang symbols while dressed in red and blue bandanas, T-shirts with images of the late rapper Tupac Shakur and fake 'thug' tattoos. The party was also reportedly attended by female students from several sororities. Photos from the party flooded social media and were accompanied by comments such as: 'Merry Cripmas to all, and all a hood night.' The Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) fraternity at Clemson University in South Carolina has been put on probation for two years after the group held a Christmas theme party that flared up racial tensions on campus . Clemson University president, James Clements (right), speaks with students protesting last December's frat party which caused outrage for its perpetuation of stereotypes . The party, organized by several SAE members, was held off-campus at a private residence. 'Cripmas' appeared to be a reference to a primarily African-American gang, The Crips, founded in California. The incident caused a backlash as black students protested and said Clemson didn't do enough to promote racial tolerance. About 6 percent of Clemson's students are black. All SAE activity was suspended by Clemson indefinitely following the inappropriate theme party. Several SAE members resigned from positions and have been suspended from the fraternity. An internal investigation found that the fraternity violated alcohol rules and student conduct codes. It will be on probation until February 2017. Clemson University president, James Clements, sent an email to students last December making clear that the party was not sanctioned by the university and that such events would not be tolerated. White students dressed in red and blue bandanas, T-shirts with images of the late rapper Tupac Shakur and sported fake 'thug' tattoos . Clements wrote: 'At a time of year when our thoughts are turning to family, holidays and the start of a new year – all the things that unite us and bring us joy -- it is discouraging that so many events and issues are causing division and hurt, and making many students feel unwanted at this great university. 'It hurts to read disrespectful and just plain mean comments in social media. Last night's ''Cripmas'' party, which the university did not sanction, raised more concerns about the campus climate. Clemson is better than this. He added: 'Everyone is entitled to his or her own opinion about events in Ferguson, Staten Island and the protest rallies that those events have spawned. Great universities are built on the free expression and exploration of ideas. 'But the free expression of opinion must not cross the line and become harassment or intimidation, just as rallies and protest marches must not cross the line to lawlessness.' A Sigma Alpha Epsilon chapter at the University of Oklahoma was disbanded last month after members were taped singing a racist song. The national organization didn't respond to messages seeking comment.

Summary: The Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity at Clemson University was penalized for holding a Christmas theme party that flared up racial tensions . White students dressed in red and blue bandanas, T-shirts with images of the late rapper Tupac Shakur and sported fake 'thug' tattoos . Photos from the party flooded social media and were accompanied by comments such as: 'Merry Cripmas to all, and all a hood night' The incident caused a backlash as black students protested and said Clemson wasn't doing enough to promote racial tolerance .


Three more of Hillary Clinton's 'everyday Americans' have been revealed to have strong links to the Democrat party - including one who could be set to support a rival bid for the White House. Julie Stauch and married couple Sean Bagniewski and Vidhya Reddy all appear in on the video announcing Clinton's 2016 bid. They are part of a diverse group of people - from young mothers and people preparing for retirement, to Spanish-speaking brothers preparing to start a business and an Asian-American college graduate looking for her first job - chosen to show aspirational citizens as Clinton looks to speak to to wide demographic of voters. 'Everyday Americans need a champion, and I want to be that champion,' Clinton says on the video. 'So I'm hitting the road to earn your vote.' But far from being 'everyday Americans', as the two minute video claims, Stauch and Bagniewski are directly involved with the Democrat party - just like campaigners Jared Milrad and Nate Johnson, from Chicago, Illinois, who discuss their upcoming wedding plans on screen. Scroll down for video . Sean Bagniewski and Vidhya Reddy appear discussing their plans for 2015 on Cinton's video announcing she is running for president - the Secretary of State's 'plan' for this year . But it has been revealed Bagniewski, who has previously run as for Des Moines City Council, was a campaigner for Clinton in 2007. Bagniewski, who lost in 2013, is also said to be in talks with Martin O’Malley’s people and may support him . Lawyers Bagniewski and Reddy are shown in their home in Des Moines, Iowa, discussing their plans for 2015. 'We've been doing a lot of home renovations,' Reddy tells the cameraman. But then Bagniewski chimes in: 'But most importantly, we really just want to teach our dog to stop eating the trash.' 'And so we have high hopes for 2015, that that is going to happen,' she laughs. However, their plans for this year may not involve actually supporting Clinton's White House bid. A source has told the DailyMail.com Bagniewski, who ran for Des Moines City Council in 2013, losing by 270 votes, is in talks with Martin O’Malley’s people and may support him. Indeed, Bagniewski revealed to the Des Moines Register that he had been hosting an event for O'Malley last Thursday. O'Malley, who has just completed two terms as Maryland governor, is said to be considering running for president himself. The Democrat, 52, is expected to declare in May, but is keeping relatively tight-lipped about his intentions. 'My wife and I will make a decision on that when the time is right,' O'Malley told the Baltimore Sun earlier this year. But it seems Clinton's campaign team can breathe a sigh of relief: Bagniewski went on to tell the Register: 'O'Malley's great - but for me, Hillary Clinton is just head and shoulders above all the competition.' Julie Stauch is another person who appears on the video with strong links to the Democrat party . Stauch, an Iowa resident, is the former state senate campaign manager for Democrat

Summary: More details of the so-called 'everyday Americans' have been revealed . Gardener Julie Stauch was state campaign manager for Wendy Davis . Sean Bagniewski, who appears with his wife, has campaigned for Clinton . But he held an event for likely rival O'Malley days before video's release .