Jon Stewart will host his last show on August 6 after he revealed that he decided to quit because he was becoming increasing depressed watching cable news . Departing host Jon Stewart has revealed he will present his final The Daily Show on August 6. He kept things lighthearted by talking about how sentimental it will be and joked that he would dress well for his swan song. He said: 'I mentioned to you that I would keep you up to date on any new information we had about the transition of the programme and all those other things. 'We do have some specific information. My last Daily Show program will August 6. 'I will be wearing a suit, I will more than likely be showered.' He told viewers he hoped they would join him and announced a competition to get tickets to the final show. It comes after he revealed that he decided to call time on his 17 year reign because he was becoming increasing depressed by American politics and watching cable news. Stewart will be replaced by Trevor Noah, 31, who instantly became the center of a debate over his questionable jokes on social media. Noah has been accused of antisemitism for comments made about Jews in tweets dating back to 2009. But Stewart urged viewers to give the South African comedian a chance, saying he was 'an incredibly thoughtful and considerate and funny and smart individual' who would earn viewers' respect. Speaking after making his shock decision, Stewart said he was looking forward to not having to watch the 'relentless' 24-hour news networks anymore. 'Watching these channels all day is incredibly depressing,' Stewart told The Guardian. 'I live in a constant state of depression. I think of us as turd miners. I put on my helmet, I go and mine turds, hopefully I don't get turd lung disease.' Stewart has now set an official exit date, with Comedy Central announcing last month that comedian and The Daily Show correspondent Trevor Noah, left, would be taking over . Asked if he'd ever voluntarily watch Fox News, Stewart said, 'Let's say that it's a nuclear winter, and I have been wandering, and there appears to be a flickering light through what appears to be a radioactive cloud and I think that light might be a food source that could help my family. 'I might glance at it for a moment until I realize, that's Fox News, and then I shut it off.' Stewart also confessed that his 'moments of dissatisfaction' with the show had started to become more frequent. 'It's not like I thought [The Daily Show] wasn't working any more, or that I didn't know how to do it. It was more, "Yup, it's working. But I'm not getting the same satisfaction,'" he said. 'These things are cyclical. You have moments of dissatisfaction, and then you come out of it and it's OK. But the cycles become longer and maybe more entrenched, and that's when you realize, "OK, I'm on the back side of it now.'" Stewart said he

Summary: Jon Stewart announced the date of his final show live on air, joking he would 'wear a suit and shower' 'I live in a constant state of depression. I think of us as turd miners,' he said . Stewart also confessed that his 'moments of dissatisfaction' with the show had started to become more frequent . Comedian said he didn't have many regrets, but one was not pushing Donald Rumsfeld harder when he had the chance in 2011 .


Francois Hollande has vowed to 'show no mercy' if French peacekeepers are found guilty of sexual assaulting starving children in the Central African Republic. Fourteen soldiers dispatched to restore order after a 2013 coup have been accused of abusing children as young as nine as they begged for something to eat, according to a French judicial source. The investigation has been underway since last year but was only made public yesterday. The French president today said: 'If some soldiers have behaved badly, I will show no mercy.' President Francois Hollande has vowed to 'show no mercy' if French peacekeepers in Central African Republic are found guilty of raping hungry children in exchange for food . The French defence ministry has vehemently denied covering up the scandal following revelations it was made aware of the allegations in July last year when it received a leaked UN report on the subject. The ministry said it immediately launched a probe into the case when it received the news, sending investigators to the former French colony on August 1. A defence ministry spokesman urged 'great caution' because the accusations have not yet been proven, adding: 'There is no desire to hide anything. 'We are not hiding the facts, we are trying to verify the facts.' The abuse reportedly took place at a centre for displaced people near Bangui airport between December 2013 and June 2014. Paula Donovan, co-director of advocacy group AIDS-Free World, saw the report. A French soldier taking part in 'Operation Sangaris' stands guard at the Boali church as people sit on the floor . She said: 'The children were saying that they were hungry and they thought that they could get some food from the soldiers. 'The answer was "if you do this, then I will give you food".' Of the six children testifying against the soldiers, four say they were direct victims of sexual abuse while two others witnessed it, the French judicial source revealed. The UN employee accused of the leak, Anders Kompass, turned the report over to French authorities because his bosses had failed to take action and has since been suspended, The Guardian reported. A UN spokesman confirmed investigators had conducted a probe last year following 'serious allegations' of child abuse and sexual exploitation by French troops. French soldiers prepare to blow up captured weapons and explosive devices in Bangui on December 4, 2014 . French soldiers patrol in a tank in Bangui amid dust as citizens go about their daily business . They added that an unnamed staff member had been suspended for leaking the report. Florent Geel, head of the Africa desk at the International Federation for Human Rights, said Kompass likely leaked the report because those accused are French. He said: 'When it involves Chad, there is never any follow-up. But here it involves France, where there is an independent judicial system, it could move things on.' The violence in the Central African Republic has largely pitted the Christian majority against mainly Muslim Seleka rebels who led the March 2013 coup against former leader Francois Bozize.

Summary: 14 soldiers have been accused of abusing children as young as nine . Investigation was started last year but was only made public yesterday . French defence ministry has denied covering up the scandal .


Hundreds of thousands of football fans are facing travel misery this weekend because of the Easter rail shut down. Despite more than 30 Premiership and Championship games scheduled for the long weekend, large parts of the rail network are set to be closed for repair works. More than half the games are set to be affected by delays and disruption, forcing fans onto the roads. This weekend's crunch Premiership fixture, Arsenal versus Liverpool in London, will be hit by the rail chaos . Labour has accused the Government of failing to learn from the Boxing Day chaos, when nearly a million football fans faced nightmare journeys to follow their team. Ministers were warned of the potential problems in advance Labour has claimed – but they failed to scrutinise the planned level of maintenance work. Every single major artery on Britain's railways was shut down. No trains ran between England and Scotland or Wales on the East Coast, West Coast or Great Western mainlines. The Midland, Cross Country and East Anglia were also shut. Despite the chaos the Government has refused to step in this weekend to stop large parts of the rail network shutting down again. The planned engineering works over the Easter weekend will hit all routes to and from London Euston – hitting the busy west coast services between the capital and Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool. There will be no mainline trains at all from Paddington out towards Swindon, Bristol and Cardiff and further disruptions on lines from London Bridge. All trains out of London Euston - serving the main west coast rail line between the capital and Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool - have been hit . Trains between Milton Keynes Central and Clapham Junction are also affected as well as those traveling on the line between London Paddington and Greenford, Slough and Windsor & Eton Central, Maidenhead and Marlow, Twyford and Henley-on-Thames . All routes to and from Reading are also hit, with Charing Cross trains to Kent and routes to East Anglia from London Liverpool Street also affected. It means there will no trains for fans wanting to travel to the Reading versus Cardiff City match in Berkshire – forcing supporters onto the roads on replacement bus services instead. There will also be no trains available for the thousands of Liverpool fans wanting to get home after the Arsenal versus Liverpool match on Saturday. Michael Dugher, the Shadow Transport Secretary, said accused ministers or being too 'out of touch' with ordinary football fans to understand the chaos the rail shutdown will cause. Shadow transport minister Michael Dugher said the Government had not learned from past mistakes . He said: 'Just like on Boxing Day, hundreds of thousands of people will want to travel to see family and also to follow their football team on one of the busiest fixture lists of the season. 'Ministers were asleep on the job over the Christmas period and there is little to suggest they have learnt from their mistakes. 'We have seen no evidence that Ministers have adequately scrutinised the level of

Summary: Over 30 Premiership and Championship games scheduled this weekend . More than half the games are set to be affected by delays and disruption . Engineering works affect routes to London Euston, hitting west coast line . Labour say ministers have failed to learn from the Boxing Day chaos .


Nearly half of parents have not taught their children how to dial 999 - and many youngsters think the emergency number is 911, a study found. Many said their children were not mature enough to learn the life-saving skill. And, shockingly, an even greater number said their children would not know the difference between 999 and 911, the emergency number in the US. Scroll down for video . Nearly half of parents have not taught their children how to dial 999 - and many youngsters think the emergency number is 911, a study found . The survey of 757 parents was carried out by Mumsnet, the UK’s largest internet community for parents. It found that 37 per cent of parents had not told their children how to dial 999, with 53 per cent claiming they had never even considered teaching them. But nearly half - 46 per cent - insisted that their children were not mature enough to know about who to call in an emergency. And concerningly, 65 per cent of parents said their children did not know the difference between 999 and America’s 911. Locked smartphones stuck on the ‘enter passcode’ screen were also a source of worry for many parents. 78 per cent of respondents know that you can dial 999 from a locked phone, but only 23 per cent are confident their children know this. The survey raises fears that many youngsters are not being taught vital lessons about what to do in an emergency. Of those parents who said they had not taught them how to dial 999, more than 60 per cent admitted they were not confident their child would know what to do if someone collapsed, wouldn’t wake up or if there was a fire. The survey of 757 parents was carried out by Mumsnet, the UK’s largest internet community for parents . But campaigners say that even toddlers under the age of five should be taught how to call 999. The Mumsnet website www.999forkids.com is now urging parents to build on their children’s interests in the emergency services and characters like Fireman Sam to educate them about making an emergency call. And it says that parents should explain to their children what kinds of medical situations would definitely require a 999 call, such as chest pain, breathing problems, choking or drowning. Joe Mulligan, head of first aid learning at the Red Cross, said: ‘Children as young as five can learn some basic first aid, but we know that even younger children can be introduced to the idea of dialling 999. ‘By using play-acting with your child you can help them feel confident to act in a real emergency scenario, which could potentially save a life.’ Mumsnet have now launched a hard-hitting campaign to alert parents to the dangers of keeping their children ignorant of 999. The website features a poignant video real-life 999 call made by a five-year-old girl after her mother Loretta Addison from Warrington, Cheshire, had an epileptic fit. Elleemae’s bravery saver her mother’s life, and those behind the campaign hope the

Summary: Study found many children don't know the difference between 999 and 911 . Nearly half of parents thought children weren't mature enough to know . Mumsnet survey raises fear children aren't learning vital emergency steps .


Tory election chiefs have given their candidates a letter-writing kit to target farmers, pensioners and women, leaked documents have revealed. A series of model letters have been drawn up with carefully pre-crafted messages designed to woo voters with just 28 days to go before the May 7 election. Women are told they are 'vital to the success of the British economy' while pensioners are praised for their 'wealth of experience'. A series of model letters have been drawn up with carefully pre-crafted messages designed to woo voters with just 28 days to go before the May 7 election . The letter-writing kit was revealed today as David Cameron made a campaign stop at the National Grid Training Centre in Newark . Tory candidates are told to praise teachers as 'the best we have ever had' and tell farmers that they are 'vital' the party's economic plan, according to the leaked letter-writing guide. The letter templates are aimed at what party headquarters describes as 'target groups' in the electorate. Tory chiefs believe there are seven groups of voters who can be persuaded to change their vote in the run up to the election, including military veterans, pensioners, teachers and parents. The other groups Tory candidates are asked to target are women, young voters and farmers. There are also a number of letters 'written specifically for individual subjects', including defence, immigration and Europe. It advises activists: 'People are more likely to respond to a message from you if you write to them on an issue that they are directly interested in. 'This pack aims to provide you with pre-written examples you can use as the basis on which to write to people on issues that they raise.' The 37-page document, leaked to the Guardian, tells its candidates to tell women: 'Conservatives are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for men and women in all aspects of their lives. 'We are supporting women in work and providing greater financial security by reducing taxes, cutting the cost of childcare, addressing the gender pay gap and introducing shared parental leave.' Leaked documents reveal Tory election chiefs have given their candidates a letter-writing kit to target farmers, pensioners, women and other target voters - as well as advice on how to respond to questions about certain subjects . The letter templates are aimed at what party headquarters describes as 'target groups' in the electorate . The pack also says: 'Women are vital to the success of the British economy, and because our long-term economic plan is working, there are now more women in work and more women running their own business than ever before'. A pensioner who has raised an issue may receive a letter that says: 'Conservatives believe that if you have worked hard, saved, paid your taxes and done the right thing, you deserve dignity and financial security when you retire. 'We want a country where you get something for something, not something for nothing.' A Tory spokesman refused to comment about the letter-writing guide. But Labour MP Graham Jones said: 'This pack contains thousands of words

Summary: Series of model letters drawn up with carefully pre-crafted messages . Tory candidates are told to praise teachers as 'the best we have ever had' Women should be told they are 'vital to the success of the British economy' Pensioners, meanwhile, are praised for their 'wealth of experience'


Hull midfielder David Meyler says he is totally convinced the Tigers will hang on to their Premier League status. Steve Bruce's side are in 15th place, three points off the relegation zone, but have a tough run-in with five of their last eight matches against clubs in the top seven of the Premier League. The Tigers have impressed however against top sides, drawing 1-1 away at Manchester City and losing 3-2 at the hands of Chelsea in a match they could easily have won. Hull midfielder David Meyler is confident his side will remain in the top flight despite their recent poor form . The Tigers will be hoping to bounce back from their 3-2 home defeat by Chelsea when they face Swansea . Hull are currently just three points above Burnley . Speaking ahead of the weekend meeting with Swansea, Meyler said: 'We are not going down. We just have to get into the mentality that it is not good enough to accept the 3-2 defeat by Chelsea, even if they are likely Premier League champions. 'We had some great chances and we need to win these games when you get into those positions.' He added: 'We're down to the last eight games now and this is where we have to earn our money. 'This is the period when everything will be decided so we've got eight games to make sure we finish as well as we can and that is what we aim to do. 'We finished 17th last season and at the moment, we're 15th this season so we're a little bit ahead. Hull trio Mohamed Diame (pictured), James Chester and Gaston Ramirez could feature against Swansea . 'What we want to do here is maintain Premier League status for a number of years to come and we'll do what we have to do to achieve that aim and build this club. We're looking to develop every year. 'We've got eight games to come, against some decent teams, but I'm sure we can get the wins we need if we keep performing like we did in games against the likes of Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool and for 70 minutes against Chelsea. 'It will be tough against Swansea but we're going there with the mentality that we can get some points.' Hull will be hugely boosted by the return of Senegal midfielder Mohamed Diame after a long injury absence, and James Chester is also back in the squad to face Swansea. Gaston Ramirez is fit to play despite concerns about an injury picked up on international duty.

Summary: David Meyler is confident Hull will remain in the Premier League . The midfielder has warned his team-mates they are facing tough period . Hull are currently just three points above the relegation drop zone .


Animal abuse: Former animal shelter worker Catherine Lynn Smith, 50 (pictured), was arrested Tuesday after the bodies of 10 cats and three dogs were found decaying in her home, which had been auctioned off . Police came across a sickening scene in Macon, Georgia this week when they searched the home of a former animal shelter worker. Christine Lynn Smith was arrested on Tuesday after the bodies of 10 dogs and three cats were found decomposing in her former home littered with over 1,000 empty beer cans. The 50-year-old's home on North Pine Knoll Drive was recently auctioned off, and new homeowner Ed Harrell was checking out the property in the afternoon when he found a dead dog just inside the doorway and called police. Deputies had to completely air out the home, which stenched of ammonia, before proceeding inside to find the decaying bodies of nine more dogs and three cats - most in crates. 'A foul odor came from the home and I observed multiple beer boxes and empty beer cans (best estimate approximately 1,000),' Deputy Paul Schoenbeck described in his incident report. 'The odor and ammonia fumes in the home caused me to have to leave the residence to catch my breath and regain balance as I was becoming light headed,' he added. Officials with Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare estimate that the animals had been dead for months. The animals' bodies were apparently so decayed that it was impossible to conduct a necropsy to see how they died. It was also revealed that the 50-year-old had worked at the shelter for two months in 2012, but had been fired within her six-month probationary period for reasons not disclosed. Smith claimed she quit the job, according to a man who knew Smith from the local bar scene and spoke with WGXA. Robert Wilson says he was surprised to hear about her arrest. Scroll down for video . House of horror: Above, Smith's former home in Macon, Georgia. Despite the fact that it had been auctioned off to a new owner, Smith continued to live at the house. Police had to air out the home Tuesday due to the stench of ammonia . Locked up: Smith was arrested a Macon bar and appeared in court for the first time on Wednesday, where she was arraigned on 13 counts of animal cruelty. Many of the animals found dead in her home were still in cages . 'What I think happened is, she used to take in a lot of strays from what she told me and she was also having financial difficulties for a while and probably still was, and she was just trying to do the best she could but unfortunately it just turned out that way,' Wilson said. The center's assistant interim director said that none of the animals found in Smith's home were taken from the animal center. Neighbor William Hopkins was outside the house when police started removing the bodies. 'They were carrying out cages containing what look like, old dried out leather,' Hopkins told 41 NBC. 'Then the

Summary: Catherine Smith, 50, was arrested Tuesday at a bar in Macon, Georgia . After winning Smith's home in an auction, the new owner came to check out the property that day and found a dead dog just inside the doorway . Police went on to find the decaying bodies of nine more dogs and three cats in the home which had a strong stench of ammonia . Officials believe the animals had been dead for months . Smith previously worked at Macon-Bibb Animal Welfare in 2012, but was fired after two months for undisclosed reasons . She appeared in court for the first time Wednesday to face 13 counts of animal cruelty and is now free on bail .


Aaron Hernandez left behind his life as a millionaire star athlete today, swapping a designer suit for a set of gray scrubs at a prison where he will begin a life sentence for murder. It is perhaps fitting that Hernandez was booked at MCI Cedar Junction in Walpole, a prison just across the freeway from Gillette Stadium where he used to play for the New England Patriots. Hernandez hasn't set foot in the stadium since June 2013, when he was arrested under suspicion of murdering Odin Lloyd, who was dating the sister of Hernandez's fianceé at the time. On Wednesday, a 12-person jury found Hernandez guilty, sentencing him to life in prison without the possibility of parole due to some especially heinous aspects of Lloyd's killing. Scroll down for video . The beginning of the rest of his life: Aaron Hernandez was taken to the MCI Cedar Juntion prison in Walpole, Massachusetts on Wednesday after he was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the 2013 murder of Odin Lloyd. Hernandez circled in red, arriving at the 700-inmate prison . Old neighborhood: Cedar Junction is about a mile and a half away from Gillette Stadium, where Hernandez used to play tight end for the New England Patriots . Nothing to smile about now: Hernandez slumped down in his chair on Wednesday as a guilty verdict was read (left). Pictured on the right during happier times, playing for the Patriots . Hernandez was shocked by the decision, mouthing 'You're wrong', before slumping to his seat - perhaps seeing the riches to rags reality of his new life. Hernandez has vowed to appeal the decision. Directly after court, Hernandez was taken to the 700-inmate facility that will serve as a stark contrast to his former home - a $1.3million mansion. Hernandez arrived at Cedar Junction around 1pm for booking and was given the prison number W106228. The booking process took about two hours, and was probably not the most comfortable of experiences. According to a report by WBUR, new inmates at the facility are taken downstairs into the basement where the intake center is located. It is there that they change into their new uniform of gray scrubs and laceless canvas shoes, turning over their personal clothes to be either incinerated or mailed home. New home: Hernandez is starting his sentence at maximum-security prison MCI Cedar Junction in Walpole, Massachusetts (pictured above) Stately: Before his arrest, Hernandez lived in a $1.3million mansion in North Attleborough, Massachusetts (pictured above . They then post for a new mugshot and are fingerprinted before sitting in a special chair that scans their bodies for possible hidden objects. All new inmates receive a paper bag containing seven pairs of underwear and a specially-designed razor and pen that can't be used as a weapon. Jerry-rigged weapons are something Hernandez should be concerned with, according to Bristol County Sheriff Thomas Hogson. Sheriff Hogson spoke with WHDH after the ruling on Wednesday and said that as the focus of a high-profile case, Hernandez will be targeted in the prison. 'It depends

Summary: The 25-year-old former New England Patriots tight end was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Wednesday for murder . After the sentence was read, Hernandez was taken to MCI Cedar Junction prison in Walpole to begin his sentence . The 700-inmate all-male prison is located just across the freeway from Gillette Stadium, where he used to play for the Patriots . Hernandez will be transferred in the coming weeks or months to another prison in Shirley, Massachusetts .


This is the dramatic moment a homeowner was gunned down and handcuffed by police after she blasted her estranged husband who allegedly broke into her house and tried to kill her. Lisa Skinner, 52, shot the male home invader, who has now been identified as her estranged husband Bradley Skinner, 59, after he broke into the house she shared with her mother around 6 p.m. Police said Mr Skinner was armed with both a pistol and a large knife. According to AL.com, his injuries are life threatening but she is expected to survive. Shootings: Paramedics tend to a man, thought to be Bradley Skinner after he was shot by his estranged wife. Meanwhile, a woman, thought to be Mrs Skinner, is handcuffed on the ground . Ambulance: A woman, thought to be Mrs Skinner, is taken away by stretcher to an ambulance after a deadly double shooting at a house in a south Huntsville, Alabama, neighborhood . Response: Paramedics tend to Mr Skinner after he was shot and take him to a waiting ambulance . Police said the incident unfolded when her husband broke the glass out of a back door of the home in South Huntsville, Alabama, to get inside. Mugshot: Mr Skinner, pictured here in a mughsot released by Madison County jail, had been ordered to undergo a psychiatric evaluation prior to a court hearing next month in the couple's divorce . Officers say Mrs Skinner armed herself with a shotgun then went into the garage, where he followed her and aimed his pistol at her. She then opened fire with a shotgun, hitting him in the chest, causing life-threatening injuries. Her mother ran from the house in the 2500 block of Bonnie Oaks Drive to a neighbor's house and called 911. Officers from Huntsville police arrived on scene and heard gunshots ring out and saw Mrs Skinner in the garage holding the shotgun. They demanded that she drop her weapon but when she turned toward them with the gun in her hand, at least one officer fired at her, wounding, but not killing her. Mrs Skinner was struck by the police gunfire and both she and her husband were taken to Huntsville Hospital. Lieutenant Darryl Lawson said the shootings took place after the man broke into the rear of the house armed with a gun and a knife. At that time, Mrs Skinner told her mother to run away and call police - so she ran over to a neighbor's house. Several neighbors reportedly heard the gunfire on the normally quiet street, according to AL.com . Neighbor Angela Humlicek, who lives across the street said she heard a single shot and, when she went to see what the noise was, she helped the woman's mother to safety. A spokesman for the Huntsville Police Department, said that the couple was estranged and the woman had been living at the home with her mother. Mrs Skinner also had a protective order against her estranged husband, according to WHNT 19 News. Meanwhile, the officer who shot the woman has been placed on

Summary: Lisa Skinner shot a man now identified as her estranged husband Bradley Skinner after he unlawfully entered the house she shared with her mother . She opened fire with a shotgun while her mother ran to a neighbor's house in Huntsville, Alabama and called 911 . Police arrived on the scene and heard gunshots ring out as Mrs Skinner stood in the garage holding the shotgun . Officers demanded that she drop her weapon but when she turned toward them with the gun in her hand at least one officer fired at her, wounding her . Records show Mrs Skinner had taken out multiple protective orders against her husband 'I left in fear of becoming a victim of murder/suicide,' she said .


Sri Lanka's Kumar Sangakkara should reconsider his decision to retire from limited overs cricket and continue for another year, the country's sports minister said on Wednesday. Sangakkara bid farewell to the one-day game on March 18, disappointed with a World Cup quarter-final defeat and saying that he was happy Sri Lanka were in a better place than when he came into the side in 2000. 'At this moment as the sports minister, I humbly request Kumar Sangakkara to render his service to the country for another one year period,' Navin Dissanayake told reporters after appointing a new interim body to run the sport headed by former test cricketer Sidath Wettimuny. Kumar Sangakkara plays a shot during Sri Lanka's quarter final defeat at the World Cup . Sangakkara scored four successive centuries before bowing out of the Cricket World Cup . 'I spoke to him when I was in New Zealand. He was very disappointed about what was happening here. But now I think he might change his mind if Sidath talks to him.' Sangakkara, the elegant lefthander scored 45 runs against South Africa to take his last World Cup tournament tally to 541, including a record four successive centuries. The 37-year-old, who will continue playing Tests, has accumulated 14,234 one-day runs -- second only to Indian great Sachin Tendulkar -- and the greatest number of dismissals by a wicketkeeper. Sangakkara will play for English county side Surrey this season. The 37-year-old waves to the crowd after losing to South Africa in Sydney . Sri Lanka sports minister Navin Dissanayake has asked the batsman to reconsider his decision .

Summary: Kumar Sangakkara retired from one-day cricket after the World Cup . Sri Lanka were defeated in the quarter finals by South Africa . Sports minister Navin Dissanayake has asked the Test captain to play on for another year .


In a matter of moments, Samantha Rawcliffe was catapulted towards an uncertain future. Without warning, the mother-of-two lost all control of her body while she was behind the wheel of her car. Gripped by what would later be diagnosed as a rare brain disorder, the 40-year-old crashed. She blamed her uncontrollable shaking in the aftermath of the accident on her shock. But over the following days, when she lost control of her bladder repeatedly, she feared something else was to blame. Tests revealed she was suffering functional neurological disorder - an umbrella term for a wide variety of neurological symptoms that doctors cannot explain. Samantha Rawcliffe, 40, from Morecambe, has been diagnosed with the rare condition functional neurological disorder - an umbrella term to cover a range of neurological symptoms . The mother-of-two suddenly lost all control of her body and crashed her car last May. In the days after the accident she lost control of her bladder and was shaking uncontrollably . 'It wasn't a bad accident, but I went home shaken and had a drink,' she said. 'I just couldn't stop shaking. 'The next day I wet myself and I wet the bed for the next three nights. 'But I didn't know what was wrong with me, and thought I had a trapped nerve or something like that. 'Even a year on, I have no feeling in my bladder, and I don't know when I need the toilet or even when I am actually weeing. 'There is no sign that will ever return. 'When I was told I had FND, I didn't even know what it was and it just isn't out there, it's so rare.' Following her accident on May 26, last year, Mrs Rawcliffe was taken to the Royal Preston Hospital to meet neurologists. They eventually diagnosed the rare illness functional neurological disorder in September, following a series of tests. Last September doctors diagnosed the rare brain disorder. Mrs Rawcliffe is now confined to her house, unable to walk and relies on a mobility scooter. Each day she has to take a cocktail of 32 different drugs . Mrs Rawcliffe, from Morecambe, has since had to give up her job as a teaching assistant, and can no longer drive. She struggles to walk further than eight metres, and relies on a mobility scooter to get around. Functional neurological disorder is an umbrella term that covers a variety of symptoms that cannot be explained. The condition can be as debilitating as Parkinson's disease and MS, and may share many common symptoms. Very few effective treatment plans exist. Physical therapy is often the most effective form of treatment, with the aim of reintroducing proper movement and motor control. Many patients are also prescribed cognitive behaviour therapy. The condition can cause the following symptoms: . Source: FND Hope . The 40-year-old spends most of her time confined to her home, and has to take 32 tablets each day to prevent choking fits and tremors. 'Life is quite boring and I can't do anything myself whether it's washing, showering, cooking cleaning,' she

Summary: Samantha Rawcliffe, lost control of her body and crashed her car last May . Days later she lost control of her bladder and was shaking uncontrollably . In September doctors diagnosed her with functional neurological disorder . She is incontinent and confined to her house unable to walk or drive .


Psychologists and wellness experts have long-known that we're at our happiest when we're doing the things we love. But, according to one new study, a third of Australian women are not finding time for their hobbies and passions. The survey of 1,025 Australian parents, conducted by Officeworks, found that more women had foregone personal interests for work commitments or to finance 'more important' things in the last week, than had men. The cost, says clinical psychologist and Happiness Institute wellness expert Dr Paula Watkins, will be our happiness - and potentially that of our children. According to a recent study of more than 1,000 Australian parents, a third of Australian women are not finding time for their hobbies, choosing work and 'more important things' over their passions . 'We know that we tend to gravitate towards hobbies and interests that use our best strengths but a lot of the other things we do in our lives, including work, do not,' Dr Watkins told Daily Mail Australia. 'This is why it's so important for us to consciously do more of the things that bring us joy.' Dr Watkins says changing work spaces and technology do contribute to stress and brain overload. 'We know that we’re filling life with more info, we know that technology has so many pros - but the information we’re exposed to grows exponentially,' she says. 'We have to look at how we can break up a day at work because its abnormal for a brain to focus on a screen for 8 plus hours a day.' 'Remember the brain is wired to pay attention, the brains will just keep processing information to the point of exhaustion, so we actually have to take more care of ourselves. Otherwise, we run the risk of over-stressing our brains, by actually not doing very much.' Clinical psychologist and Happiness Institute Wellness Expert Dr Paula Watkins says its important to create space for the things we love to be happy . One interesting finding to come out of the recent survey, Dr Watkins says, is that twenty per cent of women are inspired to start new hobbies through social media. 'Being inspired is a great thing, so long as that translates into our real lives,' she says. 'If it doesn't, it can actually add another layer of stress.' 'What we're seeing is that women could actually be more inspired than ever before, right at the time that we're also more time poor.' So how can we create more space in our lives for the things we love? Dr Watkins says its important to be pragmatic. 'We have to look at our lives and ask: "what can go?"' she says. 'It's not about loading more onto our lives, we've all done that, if we're going to add something in, something else has to go, or we're just going to feel overloaded.' Spending time doing things you love with friends has the advantage of the 'accountability' factor, Dr Watkins says. Dr Watkins also emphasises the importance of being organised. 'Get prepared,' she says. 'Whatever your hobby

Summary: A third of Australian women are not making time for hobbies and passions . More women than men chose to forego their personal interests for work commitments or 'more important things' in the last week, study finds . 85 per cent of GenY survey respondents said they have also stopped pursuing interests that they are passionate about for work .


Khloe Kardashian has hit back at critics of her Instagram post reaction to Monday night's riots in Baltimore saying she is 'Damned if I do. Damned if I don't'. The 30-year-old reality TV star posted - then later deleted - the message 'Pray for Baltimore' to Instagram on Monday night as protests about the unexplained death of Freddie Gray turned to riots in the hours following his funeral. While over 417,000 followers liked the photo, it did not escape criticism. Khloe Kardashian posted this photo to Instagram on Monday night as protests turned to riots in Baltimore, while more than 400,000 followers liked it, the post - now deleted - also drew criticism . Some critics went after her privileged background and accused her being unable to relate to those involved in the protests. Others accused her of insincerity, and still more aired shockingly racist feelings. Another group felt her prayers were misplaced and were instead needed elsewhere, such as for the victims of the Nepal earthquake. Just 30 minutes later she responded to the wave of responses with a Tweet that read: 'Yall are too much. Damned if I do. Damned if I don't. So now it's wrong to pray? What is wrong with some of you guys? Let me pray for YOU'. 'Damned if I do. Damned if I don't'. Just 30 minutes after the initial post on Instagram and Twitter, she responded to the wave of criticism asking what was wrong with praying . The responses were not all negative. Many of her fans and followers responded with thanks - particularly those in Baltimore. Others posted their own prayers for Baltimore using the same hashtag: #PrayforBaltimore. On Wednesday night the Instagram photo was delete. Protests about Gray's death have now spread to six American cities and a curfew has been implemented in Baltimore. Kardashian was photographed at a Beverly Hills gym today. Protests over the unexplained death of Freddie Gray have since spread to six American cities .

Summary: Khloe Kardashian posted a photo to Instagram during Monday night's riots that said: 'Pray for Baltimore' Despite getting over 400,000 likes, the post drew criticism that she was insincere and unable to relate to the issues due to her privileged background . Other critics felt she should focus her prayers elsewhere, such as the victims of the Nepal earthquake . Just 30 minutes later she tweeted that she was: 'Damned if I do. Damned if I don't', and asked: 'Now it's wrong to pray?' The Instagram post has since been deleted . Protests about the unexplained death of Freddie Gray have now spread to six American cities .


The second in command at the sheriff's department where reserve deputy accidentally killed a man because he fired his gun instead of a Taser has resigned. Undersheriff Tim Albin, of the Tulsa County Sheriff's Office in Oklahoma, quit his job Monday after new revelations about how the department treated elderly killer Robert Bates, 73. Bates, who was a volunteer deputy, shot dead Eric Harris, 44, after he was tackled to the ground. Video of the killing shows Bates exclaiming that he opened fired by accident, and apologizing. Resignation: Undersheriff Tim Albin (pictured), of the Tulsa County Sheriff's Office in Oklahoma, quit his job Monday after new revelations about how the department treated elderly killer, reserve deputy Robert Bates . In the tide of scrutiny which followed the incident, it emerged that other deputies in the department had expressed concern about his fitness to serve, but were told to hold their tongues. Bates, a millionaire insurance broker, had made substantial donations to the department in previous years. He has been charged with manslaughter - but a judge allowed him to take a month-long holiday to the Bahamas before his day in court. Sheriff Stanley Glanz didn't specify why Undersheriff Tim Albin stepped down, but said departmental reorganization was necessary following the April 2 shooting. Charged: Bates, 73, (left) accidentally grabbed his pistol and killed Eric Harris (right, in a previous mug shot) in what he said was an accident . 'Given the gravity of the current situation and the need to go a different direction with our leadership and management he agrees with me that it is time for a change,' Glanz wrote in a news release. Albin, who has been in his position for 26 years, has yet to comment on his departure, which will take effect and the end of this week. Albin was named in a 2009 internal investigation released Friday that showed deputies had expressed concerns about Bates' performance. Some claimed Albin gave Bates preferential treatment and intimidated those who raised concerns. The former head of the reserve deputy program, Sergeant Randy Chapman, told the investigator that Albin chastised him after he questioned Bates' performance. Confusion: An image shows a Taser and a handgun similar to the weapons Bates was carrying. He mistakenly thought he was holding a Taser, not his handgun, when he fatally shot Eric Harris . 'You need to stop messing with (Bates) because he does a lot of good for the County,' Chapman is quoted in the memo saying Albin told him that. Chapman declined to talk about the memo when contacted last week by The Associated Press and also declined Monday after Albin's resignation. 'I've been told to stay out of it,' he said. According to the report, Chapman complained to Albin on one occasion that Bates was driving a personal car with police equipment prior to having the requisite training, Albin told him: 'This is a s--- sandwich and you will just have to eat it but not acquire a taste for it.' A little more than five years later, 44-year-old Eric Harris

Summary: Tim Albin of the Tulsa County Sheriff's Office quit his job on Monday . Follows killing of suspect Eric Harris, 44, by reserve deputy Robert Bates . Bates claims he shot Harris by accident and meant to use his Taser .


A sign of Raheem Sterling’s tender years can be seen inked into his forearm. The image of Wembley, which overlooked his estate growing up, is clear amid a cluster of tattoos. Rather than those two famous towers, synonymous with the national stadium for 77 years, it is the arc, unveiled in 2007, that is unmistakable. Back then, Sterling was a young kid dreaming of a career in professional football, playing jumpers for goalposts on streets and in parks. Raheem Sterling has turned down a new deal with Liverpool and put off contract talks until the summer . Sterling has revealed that he will wait until the summer before making a decision on his future . The 20-year-old scored for England in their 4-0 win over Lithuania at Wembley last Friday night . Sterling impressed as part of England's front three but he has been used at wing back by Liverpool . Sterling pictured in Liverpool training on Thursday at their Melwood headquarters . Sterling and Daniel Sturridge share a joke in Liverpool training on Thursday at their Melwood base . The forward trains with his team-mates as they prepare to take on Arsenal on Saturday . He is still just 20, but much has changed. Sterling is now in position to reject contract offers of £100,000 per week from Liverpool, confident enough to express his views to the BBC without the knowledge of his club. ‘I don't want to be perceived as a money-grabbing 20-year-old,’ says the player aware of his value as much as his age and how those two factors are linked. He knows, with two years left on his £35,000-per-week deal, he holds the cards in discussions with one of the biggest clubs in English and European football. It has been quite a remarkable rise for Sterling since his days looking up at Wembley with hope in his heart and a ball under his arm; rapidly progressing along the ground and through the ranks. Sterling arrives at Liverpool's Melwood training ground on Thursday morning . Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers hands out some instructions during Thursday's training session . The Liverpool manager prepares his team to take on Arsenal on Saturday at the Emirates Stadium . Sterling's current £35,000-a-week deal at Liverpool has two years to run at the end of this season . Neil Ashton broke the Sterling contract story on Monday - CLICK HERE TO READ FULL ARTICLE . He was born in Maverley, Kingston, a tough Jamaican community where gun crime is rife and drug gangs rule, before moving across the Atlantic aged five to join his mother Nadine in north London along with three siblings. Living on the St Raphael’s estate meant the sounds of gunshots were never far away. Police labelled the adjoining Stonebridge estate a warzone in 2005. Rival gangs engaged in tit-for-tat shootings. ‘They were all dealing in crack cocaine and it was a fight for territory,’ said Detective Inspector Stephen Horsley in 2009. Sterling had his football and his mother, a source of inspiration and guidance. But he failed to settle in

Summary: Raheem Sterling turned down a £100,000-per-week offer from Liverpool . Sterling has two years left to run on his existing £35,000-a-week contract . The 20-year-old began his career at Queens Park Rangers in 2003 . He signed for Liverpool in 2010 after seven years with QPR . Sterling was born in Kingston, Jamaica before moving to England . Liverpool attacker wants to be known as 'a kid that loves to play football'


Exeter swept aside Newcastle 48-13 to set up a semi-final showdown with Gloucester in the inaugural European Challenge Cup. The Chiefs outscored their opponents six tries to one at Sandy Park, with a David Ewers score and a penalty try helping the home side into a 17-6 half-time lead. Exeter then added further tries through Thomas Waldrom, Byron McGuigan, Sam Hill and Dean Mumm after the break, with outclassed Newcastle only able to respond with a 68th-minute effort from Chris Harris and eight points from the boot of Tom Catterick. Carl Rimmer of Exeter Chiefs is tackled by Newcastle Falcons' Dom Barrow during match at Sandy Park . Exeter's Thomas Waldrom stretches over for a try during the European Rugby Challenge Cup match . The victory means Exeter will take on Gloucester at Kingsholm in two weeks' time for a place in the final against either Newport Gwent Dragons or the winner of Sunday's London Irish-Edinburgh encounter. The hosts made a number of changes from the side that lost 25-18 at Leicester in the Premiership last weekend with McGuigan, Ben Moon, Tomas Francis and Tom James being drafted in. The Chiefs were also forced into a late change with Damian Welch pulling-up in the warm-up so Ben White was promoted from the bench to play in the back row, skipper Mumm moved into the second row and Sam Skinner added to the replacements. Newcastle, who lost 46-17 to Exeter in the Premiership last month, started with two changes in the backs from the side that narrowly lost at London Irish with Juan Pablo Socino in the centre and Harris on the right wing. Both defences were tested in the opening 10 minutes but it was Exeter who made the first breakthrough just before the quarter-hour. Dave Ewers of Exeter Chiefs (centre) makes a break during his side's 48-13 victory against the Falcons . After the Falcons were forced to touch down over their own line, Exeter broke off the back of the five-metre scrum and Ewers barged over the line. Slade added the extras from out wide on the right and the Chiefs were under way. Exeter increased their advantage midway through the half when wing Matt Jess, who was on course to score from a loose ball, was pulled back twice off the ball by full-back Alex Tait. Referee Marius Mitrea had no hesitation in awarding a penalty try - which Slade converted - and Tait went to the sin-bin. Newcastle kept the Chiefs at bay while they were a man down and when they were back to full strength the visitors were awarded a penalty 12 metres out in front of the posts, which fly-half Catterick slotted over to get his side off the mark. Slade and Catterick then swapped penalties to leave Exeter with an 11-point lead at the interval. Dan Temm of Newcastle Falcons tackles Thomas Waldrom during the quarter-final encounter . That soon became 18 points as just 45 seconds after the restart Ewers broke from inside his own half, shrugged off a couple of half tackles,

Summary: Exeter and Gloucester will go head-to-head for place in inaugural final . Winner will face either Newport Gwent Dragons, London Irish or Edinburgh . David Ewers helped his side into a 17-6 half-time lead .


West Ham are confident that the deal to move into the Olympic Stadium does not contravene domestic or European legislation and 'categorically' stated that it does not constitute state aid. The Premier League club are set to move into the London 2012 showpiece venue for the start of 2016-17 season, but the journey there has been a tortuous one, fraught with controversy. Fresh questions were raised about the award of the 99-year lease to West Ham on Tuesday, when it was suggested the deal may contravene European state aid law. David Sullivan, Boris Johnson, Karren Brady, Sir Robin Wales and David Gold at the Olympic Stadium . West Ham trio Diafra Sakho, Winston Reid and Mark noble smile for the camera at the Olympic Stadium . The report suggests the failure of London Mayor Boris Johnson and the London Legacy Development Corporation to obtain prior approval from the European Commission before signing the deal opens up the possibility of challenges from anyone who feels disadvantaged. That could leave West Ham facing a large compensation bill, but the club defended their position in a lengthy statement about the Olympic Stadium deal. A West Ham spokesman said: 'West Ham United is confident that its agreement with the LLDC complies with all relevant UK and European legislation and categorically does not constitute state aid. 'Indeed, the European Commission looked into a complaint in relation to our move to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in 2013 but 'decided not to further pursue' the matter. 'The club was selected as anchor concessionaire following a fair, transparent and robust process that was open to any group or organisation in the country. 'Out of the four proposals submitted, West Ham's was selected as it delivered a sustainable and viable future for the Stadium and, crucially, provided the best return for the taxpayer. An artist's impression of what the Olympic Stadium would look like during a West Ham match . Club are confident that the deal to move into stadium does not contravene domestic or European legislation . 'The agreement with the LLDC will see West Ham make a substantial capital contribution towards the conversion works of a Stadium that it may only rent for up to 25 matchdays a year, pay a multimillion pound annual usage fee, as well as offering a share of food and catering sales from its supporters. 'The worldwide draw of hosting the most popular and watched football league in the world in such an iconic venue will add value to any sponsorship and commercial agreements related to the Stadium, which the public purse stands to further benefit from. Premier League club are set to move into the London 2012 showpiece venue for the start of 2016-17 season . Fresh questions were raised about the award of the 99-year lease to West Ham on Tuesday . 'It is clear that the linking of the naming rights to West Ham United generates real cash value for the LLDC. 'Without West Ham United, the Stadium would continue to cost the taxpayer millions of pounds a year. 'With us,

Summary: Fresh questions have been raised over West Ham's Olympic Stadium move . It is suggested the upcoming move may contravene European state aid law . Club confident deal doesn't contravene domestic or European legislation . West Ham chiefs 'categorically' state that it does not constitute state aid .


Such is the global sporting fame of Andy Murray that guests attending the star's wedding to Kim Sears this weekend might have wondered if they would be seated next to a famous face. Novak Djokovic perhaps? Or fellow Scotsman Alex Ferguson? The answer is a resounding 'not likely'. When Murray, 27, says 'I do' with his long-term girlfriend, also 27, on April 11, the guests wishing them well in his hometown of Dunblane will be largely a gathering of close family and friends. Low-key: In spite of high profile friendships with the likes of James Corden, Andy Murray and bride-to-be, Kim Sears (pictured here when Murray received his OBE in 2013) haven't invited many big names to attend their wedding in Dumblane this weekend . Matthew Williamson Wool Blend Dress in Black/White . Shop the current collection at Net-A-Porter! Buy now . Kim Sears has perfected her pristine style over the years. She always looks incredible whether she's cheering on Andy at Wimbledon or walking the red carpet at a glitzy event. She is renowned for championing British designers and has the ability to sell out items immediately after she's worn them. Kim's often seen sporting chic outfits from the likes of Whistles and Hobbs, but she really steps up her style game in high end designers like Victoria Beckham and Burberry when the occasion calls. This stunning fit-and-flare monochrome skater dress from celebrated British designer Matthew Williamson is certainly no exception. The super-stylish silhouette puts a bold spin on the traditional evening dress. Nipping in at the waist is the in shape this spring and it flatters all sizes. Unfortunately Kim's style is from a previous season but click right to shop Matthew Williamson's current collection. If you want to work the glamorous black and white look for less then see our similar styles below. Wear with black courts for a sophisticated nighttime look or tap into the grunge trend and dress yours down with biker boots and a luxe leather jacket. Either way, this is one wardrobe essential that will be in favor with the fashion pack for seasons to come! Yumi Striped Skater Dress w/ Contrast Belt at Zappos . Buy now . MICHAEL Michael Kors Vivid YD Stripe Printed Dress at Zappos . Buy now . American Apparel Houndstooth Ponte Sleeveless Skater Dress . Buy now . Charlotte Russe Striped Skater Dress with Pockets . Buy now . Murray's status as one of the world's best tennis players means he has mixed with everyone from A-list celebrities such as James Corden to the Prime Minister and even the Queen. But the biggest name likely to be in attendance at Dunblane Cathedral, where the couple are tying the knot, is one-time British tennis star Tim Henman. Indeed, when the sport's world number one, Novak Djokovic, was asked by a journalist recently if he would be attending the celebration, he replied with a curt: 'Not invited', before following up with a more charitable: 'But I wish him all the best.' As one of Murray's fiercest rivals on the court, it's

Summary: Andy Murray and Kim Sears will tie the knot on Saturday April 11 . Wedding reception will be held at tennis star's hotel Cromlix in Kinbuck . Biggest star likely to attend is one-time British tennis star Tim Henman .


When even injuries are working in Leicester's favour, the other teams around the relegation zone should begin to worry. Leonardo Ulloa was not supposed to be starting this match, left out in favour of Andrej Kramaric. But when David Nugent suffered injury in the warm-up, Ulloa was sent on. Inside 15 minutes he scored a goal that provided the platform for a victory that looks increasingly like being part of a truly great escape. That familiar melody was hummed loudly by Leicester's fans at full-time, fuelled by Andy King's late second goal and the sight of their team moving off the bottom of the table for the first time since November. Leicester City defender Marcin Wasilewsk (left) hassles Swansea playmaker Gylfi Sigurdsson (right) for the ball at the King Power Stadium . Swansea winger Wayne Routledge (centre) jumps to avoid the challenges of Leicester defenders as he surges forward on Saturday . Swansea City midfielder Jack Cork (left) prepares to block a cross from Leicester's Esteban Cambiasso during the Premier League match . Leicester's Andy King slides in with a strong challenge on Swansea forward Nelson Oliveira during the match at the King Power Stadium . Leicester (3-4-1-2): Schmeichel 7; Wasilewski 6 (De Laet 46’ 6), Huth 6.5, Morgan 6.5; Albrighton 7, King 7, Cambiasso 7.5, Schlupp 6.5; Kramaric 6 (Drinkwater 74’); Ulloa 7 (Mahrez 68’ 6), Vardy 7 . Subs not used: Konchesky, James, Lawrence, Schwarzer . Manager: Nigel Pearson 7.5 . Swansea (4-2-3-1): Fabianski 6.5; Rangel 6, Fernandez 5.5, Williams 6, Amat 5.5; Cork 6, Ki 5.5 (Montero 58’ 6); Routledge 6 (Dyer 70’ 5), Shelvey 6, Sigurdsson 5; Oliveira 5 (Emnes 75’ 5) Subs not used: Britton, Grimes, Tremmel, Bartley . Booked: Amat, Shelvey . Manager: Garry Monk 6 . Referee: Lee Probert . Attendance: 31,121 . Man of the Match: Esteban Cambiasso . Leonardo Ulloa gives Leicester the lead, scoring from Wes Morgan's knock down . One more goal would have taken them out of the relegation places instead of Hull, but much more like this and that will come. This is three Premier League wins in a row for the first time since 2000. Manager Nigel Pearson has been here before. Leicester emerged for this game looking like, one imagines, the pack of dogs that Pearson once fought off with a stick while hiking in the Carpathian mountains. His side are finally bearing teeth at the end of an arduous season, two wins in succession providing genuine hope of a remarkable surge to safety. Shifting off the bottom for the first time since November was the carrot for this game should defeat be avoided. Pearson selected an attacking side, a 3-4-1-2 with genuine wingers in the wide roles. He sent on Ulloa for the injured Nugent and played Andrej Kramaric as No 10. Cambiasso (front) stretches to control the ball ahead of the oncoming Swansea forward Ki Sung-yueng (behind) at the King Power Stadium . Leicester hitman Leonoardo Ulloa (right) strikes the ball to score his side's opening goal against Swansea during the match on Saturday .

Summary: Leicester claimed three Premier League victories in a row for the first time since September 2000 . Argentine forward Leonardo Ulloa scored the opening goal on 15 minutes before Andy King netted a second late on . Despite the 2-0 win over Swansea the Foxes are still in the relegation places on goal difference .


A mid-air altercation over legroom turned into a brawl on a flight from London Heathrow to Oman, after one passenger allegedly attacked another with a shoe. The fight broke out on the Oman Air flight 102 to Muscat after one man decided to move seats because the plane wasn't full. However, a fellow passenger objected to the man moving near to him and a row broke out. After landing at Muscat, one man was taken away for questioning by police after being involved in a fight with another passenger on an Oman Air flight (file photo) Passengers were forced to intervene after the argument escalated into a full-blown fight on board. The Irish Mirror reports that one of the men involved threw punches at the other, and also took of his shoe to use as a weapon in the scuffle. One passenger screamed that there was a baby nearby, while others were woken from their sleep by the commotion. The pilot alerted Muscat Airport, and on arrival, one man was taken away for questioning. 'It really was a really nasty incident,' one passenger told the Irish Mirror. 'One guy completely lost the plot and started throwing several punches. Eventually the flight crew was alerted and managed to calm him down.' As the plane was not at capacity, one man decided to move seats on the Oman Air flight 102 (file photo) The Airbus A330 departed London Heathrow at 9.30pm Saturday night, with the fight believed to have taken place less than three hours into the journey. A spokesperson for Oman Air told MailOnline Travel: 'Based on the reports received by the Senior Flight Supervisor, there was a disagreement between two passengers. 'Oman Air cabin crew, who are trained to manage unforeseen circumstances such as this, intervened and contained the situation. No risk was posed to the safety of fellow passengers. 'The flight, WY102 from London Heathrow, landed on time and safely at the Muscat International Airport. On arrival, Airport Security carried out the usual procedures of investigation. 'Oman Air would like to thank the cabin crew for managing this situation calmly and professionally.' It's not the first time a row over passengers' space has caused problems mid-flight. Last year three incidents in one week saw three plane diversions in a period that became known as 'legroom wars'. A Delta flight from New York to Florida was forced to divert after a row broke out over a reclined seat. Flight 2370 left New York en route to West Palm Beach, but was forced to land in Jacksonville. A woman reclined her seat so she could knit, but the person behind was trying to sleep on the table, and the two became engaged in a bitter argument. The issue of space on planes remains a key issue and means rows and disagreements are common . As the row ensured, the pilot took the decision to ground the plane 'out of an abundance of caution.' And an American Airlines Miami-to-Paris flight was rerouted to Boston after air marshals had to restrain a man as two

Summary: Plane was not full so one man decided to change seats . However, the move angered a fellow passenger who spoke out . Row turned into fight, as passenger reports punches thrown . One man was taken away for questioning once landed at Muscat .


Queensland toddler Kyhesha-Lee Joughin was forced to use the room she was locked in as a toilet before dying in severe distress of internal injuries, a court has heard.Shocking allegations of the circumstances surrounding the three-year-old's 2013 death were revealed on Wednesday as family friend who was charged with the toddlers manslaughter was granted bail. The bail hearing revealed that Kyhesha-Lee suffered blows to her stomach causing severe bowel damage- ultimately leading to her death. The bail hearing revealed Kyesha-Lee succumbed to massive bowel injuries after being struck days before her death . Kyhesha-Lee was in the care of her father Matthew Lee Williamson and Christopher Arthur Neville Kent who have both been charged with manslaughter and child cruelty. Crown prosecutor Vicki Loury alleged the toddler also suffered a penetrative injury to her vagina three days before her death. She was not seen of or heard of by anyone else in the five days prior to her death, although another man visited the home the night before Kyhesha-Lee died. 'She was by that stage in severe distress, extremely unwell,' Ms Loury told the court. Kyhesha-Lee Joughin was allegedly locked in a bedroom by her father, forcing her to defecate and urinate in the room . Kyhesha-Lee's body was found days after she suffered the blows - allegedly in squalid surroundings - at the unit she shared with her father in Petrie, north of Brisbane, on March 30, 2013. Kent, 46, was granted bail in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on Wednesday after the court heard he'd offered to plead guilty on the basis of criminal negligence. Williamson allegedly locked his daughter in the bedroom while he slept during the day, forcing her to defecate and urinate in the room. Her father Matthew Lee Williamson and his friend Christopher Arthur Neville Kent, who also lived in the house and cared for the child in the days prior to her death, are each charged with manslaughter and child cruelty. They have both been released on bail . Evidence of the child's blood had been found on Kent's shorts. 'It was a small unit, he must have been aware of what was happening with the child,' Ms Loury said. Chief Magistrate Ray Rinaudo agreed with Kent's barrister Soraya Ryan that the accused no longer presented a risk of fleeing or re-offending on bail. Kyhesha-Lee's body was found - allegedly in squalid surroundings - at the unit she shared with her father in Petrie, north of Brisbane, on March 30, 2013 . Magistrate Rinaudo said he was ultimately swayed by Kent's steps towards taking responsibility for the 'tragic' events by his plea offer. Kent was bailed with strict conditions including daily reporting to police and restrictions on entering the homes of children under 16. Both he and Williamson are due to face a committal hearing next month. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article.

Summary: Kyhesha-Lee Joughin died from bowel injuries in her father's home in 2013 . She suffered a penetrative injury to her vagina and blows to her stomach . Her father allegedly locked her in a room for so long she urinated and defecated on herself . Her father and his friend, who lived in the house when she died, have been granted bail . Both men will face a committal hearing next month .


A respected law professor from Philadelphia is being investigated after allegedly emailing students a link to pornographic footage. Lisa McElroy, 50, who teaches legal writing at Drexel University, reportedly sent the inappropriate message on March 31 under the subject line: 'Great article on writing briefs.' However, when recipients opened the enclosed link, philly.com reports that they were directed to a video of 'a woman engaging in a sexually explicit act'. Lisa McElroy, 50, who teaches legal writing at Drexel University, reportedly sent the inappropriate message on March 31 baring the subject line: 'Great article on writing briefs' Following a number of complaints, the college issued an apology to students. The message read: 'As you may be aware, some students erroneously received an email this morning directing them to a... post that included some inappropriate material. 'We take this matter seriously and apologize for any upset it may have caused.' The university says federal law requires it investigate all reports of inappropriate behaviors of a sexual nature. McElroy did not immediately respond to an email sent to her university account by the Associated Press. When recipients opened the enclosed link, philly.com reports that they were directed to a video of 'a woman engaging in a sexually explicit act' While an internal investigation gets underway, it's been reported that McElroy has been placed on administrative leave from Drexel University (seen above) It's not the first time the married mother-of-two has appeared in the spotlight. In 2010 she starred on Who Wants to be a Millionaire, where she took home $5,000. She is also an accomplished author with a number of published biographies and children's books. On her website, www.lisamcelroy.com, she describes herself as a 'Supreme Court junkie.' She adds that her favorites ways of relaxing include 'crawling under the covers with a dog or two and a really good book' or 'hanging out' with her two adolescent daughters. Regarding the recent email scandal, David Lat - a lawyer and legal commenter -suggests she could have been 'hacked' or made a 'copy/paste error'. While an internal investigation gets underway, it's been reported that McElroy has been placed on administrative leave.

Summary: Lisa McElroy, 50, who teaches legal writing at Drexel University, reportedly sent the 'inappropriate' message on March 31 . When recipients clicked the enclosed link, they were allegedly directed to a video of 'a woman engaging in a sexually explicit act' David Lat - a lawyer and legal commenter - suggests that the professor could have been 'hacked' or made a 'copy/paste error' Along with teaching law, McElroy is also an accomplished author with a number of published biographies and children's books .


Tyson Fury hopes Wladimir Klitschko sees off the challenge of Bryant Jennings on Saturday night to set up a stadium fight later in the year. Fury is the mandatory challenger to the long-reigning heavyweight champion and hopes to lure him to England in the autumn. Wladimir Klitschko goes up against Bryant Jennings in New York on Saturday night . But Klitschko must first face the unbeaten Jennings in New York. ‘I believe Wladimir will beat Jennings and I want him to win because I want to be the one to beat him in England and put an end to his reign,’ said Fury. ‘We’ve been in discussions to get the fight on, hopefully at one of the big football stadiums in September. It’s something which I’ve left with my promoter and team and things are looking positive though it takes a very brave or stupid man to step in the ring with Tyson Fury. ‘I’m the heavyweight who is going to take over this division because I have everything that is needed. Wladimir has had a good run but it’s time for a change because the heavyweight division needs an injection of new blood and I’m ready to provide that.’ Reigning heavyweight champion Klitschko shake hands with Jennings, left, after the weigh-in . Klitschko has held a portion of the world title since 2000 but Fury is convinced he is the man to beat him. ‘I’m mandatory for the WBO title and if Wladimir does defend it against me he won’t last more than eight rounds because I will be knocking him out after being involved in a bit of a brawl early on,’ he added. ‘I know his flaws and I know how to beat him – for once he will be picking on someone his own size. ‘A fight with Wladimir doesn’t concern me because I know I will beat him, it’s just a matter of how and what round I do the job in. I’m still not fully convinced he has the balls to step in the ring with me but if he does then I take my hat off to him because it will be the night the Klitschko era ends and the Tyson Fury one begins.’ Former heavyweight champions Evander Holyfield (left) and Lennox Lewis attend the official weigh-in . Klitschko v Jennings is live on BoxNation on Saturday night. Visit boxnation.com to subscribe.

Summary: Wladimir Klitschko faces Bryant Jennings in New York on Saturday night . Tyson Fury hopes his next fight will be against Klitschko in September . British heavyweight champion convinced he can take the WBO title .


The fastest and the most powerful men in the world met in Jamaica this week, as US President Barack Obama visited Jamaica and posed with Usain Bolt. Obama said he 'had to say hi' to Bolt, the fastest sprinter of all time, when he became the first American President to visit the island since 1982. And when Obama met Bolt he could not resist joining the world-class sprinter in striking his trademark 'lightning pose'. Scroll down for video . When President Obama met Usain Bolt he could not resist joining the world-class sprinter in striking his pose . Before striking Bolt's signature pose, Obama praised him saying that 'nobody's ever been faster' During the encounter on Thursday, Obama spoke about the six-time Olympic champion saying 'Nobody's ever been faster than this guy. Ever...of all the billions of people.' He then told Bolt 'Wait, wait should we get a pose here? Come on man show me' before the pair busted out in the sprinter's signature pose for cameras. Bolt posted the video of him with Obama to his Instagram account on Friday and said that he was honored to have met the U.S. president. 'What can I say.. It was truly a great honour meeting the President of United States of America,' he wrote. Crowds across Jamaica cheered for President Obama on Thursday as he made multiple stops and became the first American president to visit the island nation since President Ronald Reagan in 1982. Bolt wrote on Instagram that it was 'truly a great honor' to meet the U.S. president . Obama asked the six-time Olympic champion to show him the pose before joining him in his signature pose . The world-class sprinter's lightning pose, which he strikes after winning a race, has become a trademark . While speaking at a town hall meeting with young leaders at the University of the West Indies in Kingston, he brought the audience to laughter when he gave a special mention to Bolt and triple-world champion, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce. He said: 'I get a chance to say hi to Usain Bolt and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce. When you have the fastest people on the planet, you gotta say hi to them right? Cause that's fast. 'There are a lot of people out there. And they're the fastest.' Obama gave a special mention to Bolt and triple-world champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce (right) Crowds across Jamaica cheered for President Obama on Thursday as he made multiple stops in Jamaica . Jamaican Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller told Obama that he is well-loved in Jamaica . During his visit, it seems no one was more excited, or starstruck, than Jamaican Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller. 'I just want to say to you, you might not know, but you are very loved in this country,' Prime Minster Simpson Miller told President Obama. 'So I just wanted to say you're well-loved in Jamaica. Well, first of all I can say to you publicly, "I love you."' Simpson Miller said she hoped Obama understood how important his visit is to Jamaica. 'It is a great pleasure to

Summary: President Barack Obama is visiting Jamaica . Usain Bolt said 'It was truly a great honour' to meet the President . Obama met the world-class sprinter when they did his signature pose . Obama also gave a special mention to triple-world champion Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Bolt while speaking during town hall meeting .


The Director of Public Prosecutions who let off Lord Janner over alleged child sex abuse started her career at a legal chambers when the disgraced Labour peer was a top QC there. Alison Saunders, 54, sparked outrage last week when she decided the 86-year-old should not face a string of charges of paedophilia against nine children because he has dementia. Today, newly-released documents revealed damning evidence that abuse was covered up by police and social workers for more than 20 years. And now it has emerged Mrs Saunders' law career got off to a flying start when she secured her pupillage – a barrister’s training contract at 1 Garden Court Chambers in London in 1983. It has been revealed that the country's top prosecutor Alison Saunders (right) who ruled that Lord Janner (right) would not face trial over alleged child sex abuse trained at the same legal firm where he was a QC . Last night, The Sun revealed that Mrs Saunders trained in the same in legal chambers where Lord Janner had practised. The Bar Council, the training body for barristers, confirmed Janner worked at the legal firm from the mid-1950s up until 1986. But a spokesperson for the CPS insisted the pair had never met, despite a three-year overlap of their time at the firm. She told MailOnline: ‘It is common knowledge that Alison Saunders had her pupillage at Garden Court chambers. 'But the DPP and Lord Janner have never met. This is ridiculous.’ The chambers were Saunders and Janner practised at 1 Garden Court was dissolved in 1989. Since then, a different and unconnected family law chambers has operated from the same address. By Richard Marsden for the Daily Mail . Alison Saunders graduated in law from Leeds University in 1982 and was called to the Bar in the following year. Her pupillage – a barrister’s training contract – was at 1 Garden Court Chambers, the same offices where Lord Janner practised employment law. She joined the Crown Prosecution Service in 1986, after which she shaped policy on child victims. In 2001, she became chief prosecutor for Sussex and oversaw the prosecution of paedophile Roy Whiting for the abduction and murder of Sarah Payne. After a short time as deputy legal adviser to the attorney general from 2003, she returned to the CPS two years later to set up its organised crime division. In 2009, she became chief crown prosecutor for London and then Director of Public Prosecutions in November 2013. Now, the country's top prosecutor is facing calls to quit from campaigners and alleged abuse victims. Pete Saunders, director of the National Association for People Abused in Childhood, said the revelation is 'an insult' to survivors of abuse. He told The Sun: 'On the evidence how can we not conclude that they might be covering for each other. Lord Janner (pictured after being sworn in as a Queen's Counsel in 1971) worked at Garden Court Chambers from the mid-1950s until 1986 . It is scandalous and an insult to to all the survivors who have spent decades fighting

Summary: Alison Saunders sparked outrage when she ruled peer wouldn't face trial . Lord Janner will not be charged with crimes despite CPS having evidence . It has emerged she trained at same legal firm where Janner was top QC . Country's top prosecutor is now facing calls to quit from campaigners .


Stretching out his arms and looking beseechingly upwards, this is the moment that 16-month-old Noah Ginesi from Penrith in Cumbria reached out for a hug with Prince Charles. The heart-warming moment occurred during a visit to the Rheged Centre in Cumbria, where the Prince of Wales was meeting farmers and charity staff. Charles, who is grandfather to 20-month-old Prince George and has another grandchild on the way, looked delighted and bent down to talk to the little boy who was held by his mother, Genevieve. Scroll down for video . Adorable: One-year-old Noah Ginesi, from Penrith in Cumbria, reaches up for a hug with Prince Charles . The prince was making his first stop on a day-long tour of Cumbria, with rural communities and businesses topping his agenda. Clearly on good form, Charles was visiting the Rheged Centre to inspect a photo exhibition entitled Herdwick: A Portrait of a Lakeland. The work of photographer Ian Lawson, many of the photos feature Herdwick sheep, a breed native to Cumbria and whose name comes from the Old Norse herdvyck - sheep pasture. Charles' visit came as part of his work for the Campaign for Wool and The Prince's Countryside Fund. The former is one of the prince's environmental initiatives and promotes the use of British wool in everything from clothing to furniture. Much obliged: Charles bent down to coo over the infant but didn't pick him up . Jovial: The Prince of Wales was on cheerful form and chatted happily with locals . Warm welcome: Prince Charles, who was wearing a tailored tweed coat, got a warm welcome from locals . It also stages an annual Wool Week which gives a platform to textile producers and farmers, and is enthusiastically endorsed by Charles. The prince's eco credentials have come under scrutiny of late, with the subject believed to be one of those broached in his infamous 'spider letters'. Charles has also been criticised for his use of helicopters, after it emerged on Monday that he had used a chopper for an 80 mile round-trip to Ascot racecourse from Highgrove on Sunday. Getting to that event, The Prince’s Countryside Fund Raceday which included a 'Lamb National' race, used up 200 gallons of fuel and came hot on the heels of a video recorded for Earth Day in which he implored viewers to use less fuel. Today, however, saw him return to travelling by car, with Charles whizzing through an official day of visits and meetings with the Cumbrian farming community. His second stop, which was also in conjunction with The Prince's Countryside Fund, saw him meet members of the Westmorland County Agricultural Society, one of the oldest in the country, and locals working for other country charities. Looking around: Charles was given a tour of the exhibition by photographer Ian Lawson (right) Conservation: The photo exhibition focused on a traditional breed of sheep native to Cumbria . Native: The Herdwick sheep has lived in Cumbria for more than 1,000 years . Passion: The Prince of Wales was there as part of his work for the

Summary: Noah Ginesi, 16 months, reached for a hug when Prince Charles appeared . A delighted Charles chatted appreciatively to the boy's mother Genevieve . The encounter took place during a visit to the Rheged Centre in Cumbria . Charles is touring the county to promote his farming and rural charities .


A woman suspected of abandoning her newborn baby girl in a South Carolina dumpster has come forward following the rescue of the hours old infant by a teenager. Horry County Police said the mother, who will be identified once she is formally charged, turned herself in on Thursday night after seeing herself on television in pictures released by the police. The baby girl was discovered struggling to breathe while trapped inside of a tied plastic bag by Austin Detray on Thursday afternoon when he heard her crying. Inside he also found the umbilical cord and placenta, according to WMBF. The 8lb 6oz newborn was taken to hospital where she is listed in stable condition, and the woman is currently in hospital and will be charged once she is released, police said. Scroll down for video . Horry County Police said the mother of an abandoned baby girl turned herself in on Thursday night (above a picture released by police of the woman suspected to be in connection to the incident) The woman is currently in hospital and will be charged once she is released, police said . The hours old baby girl was found trapped in a tied plastic bag inside a dumpster (pictured above) located in an apartment complex in Myrtle Beach . 'Hospital staff estimated the baby was only hours old,' Horry County Police Department Lt. Raul Denis told NBC. On Friday, he said the baby is healthy and is in the custody of the social services department. Police responded to a report of the incident around 2.30pm on Thursday at an apartment complex in Myrtle Beach near Island Green Country Club. Austin and his brother were taking trash to the dumpster when they heard a faint noise. 'I heard it and I instantly knew it was a baby and she was crying, so I jumped in the garbage can, or the dumpster, and I started moving bags away,' Austin told WMBF. 'I got two or three bags down and saw the baby's face pressed against the bag.' He added: 'It was tied shut…it was, it was horrible. I ripped it open and the umbilical cord was still there, the placenta, it was just born.' Austin Detray (above) was with his brother when they heard the infant crying from inside the dumpster and rescued her before calling for help . Austin's mother Jessica (right) cleared the baby girl's mouth and nasal passages to help her breathe . Emergency responders took the infant to hospital where she is listed in stable condition (above scenes from the incident) Austin then told his brother to go upstairs and get help when their mother, Jessica, came to the scene and cleared the baby's mouth and nasal passages. 'So what I did was I got towels and took care of her,' said the mother-of-five. 'I named her Hope. Because I have hope for her and I pray, and if anything comes from this I want to make sure she is okay.' Once on the scene, emergency responders took the infant to a nearby hospital. On

Summary: The woman, who will be identified once she is charged, came forward on Thursday night after the baby was found in a South Carolina dumpster . Police were looking for the woman after the hours old infant was found in the dumpster struggling to breathe on Thursday afternoon . Austin Detray and his brother found the newborn in a plastic bag and said she was suffocating; he also found the umbilical cord and placenta inside . Baby girl is listed in stable condition in hospital and the woman will be charged once she is released from hospital .


A family-friendly coffee shop had its Facebook page hacked and flooded with pornography after an employee clicked on a malicious link in an email. Staff at Scooter's Coffee, in Omaha, were locked out of the page for almost 24 hours, starting at 5pm on Sunday, by an 'unknown third party' who then took control of the picture feed. Instead of the usual images of smoothies, coffees and cookies, the page was plastered with adult cartoons - similar to those posted on Delta Air Lines and Crayola's pages after they were hacked. Scooter's Coffee, Omaha, issued this apology to customers on its Facebook page after it was hijacked by hackers for 24 hours who used it to post pornography . Scooter's said that the images which appeared on their Facebook page were similar to the images that were posted on Crayola's page when they were hacked in January (pictured) From 5pm Sunday until almost the same time the next day, followers of the Scooter's Facebook page were sent links such as this one, instead of the regular images of smoothies and cookies . After trying to contact officials at Facebook with limited success, it was not until a day later that the company managed to kick the hacker out, and regain control of the account. Jamie Hamburg, spokesman for the company, said: 'At approximately 5pm CST on Sunday, 29 March, the Scooter's Coffee Facebook page was hacked by an unknown third party. 'The offensive content that has been posted as a result of this hack is similar to that seen in other recent breaches of major brands. 'Scooter's Coffee would like to apologize to our loyal Facebook audience and anyone that has been affected by this inappropriate content.' The hack is believed to have come after an employee clicked on a link of a direct message sent through Facebook itself. The hacker then kicked the member of staff out of the page, locked it, and began posting. Scooter's Coffee said that, despite repeated attempts to contact Facbook, and hundreds of reports being sent about inappropriate content, nobody at the social media network responded. It was only by contacting larger businesses that they were able to get in touch with Facebook, who removed the content and restored the page nearly 24 hours later. All of the images have now been removed, and Scooter's have offered apologies to thier customers via their Facebook and Twitter pages . It is thought that the hack occurred after an employee clicked on a link in an email which purported to be from Facebook. Hackers were then able to gather enough data to allow them to take control of the page . Crayon manufacturer Crayola was caught out by a similar breach in January, when hackers took control of the page to post pictures of cartoon breasts, and links to adult websites. One post included a link to a drawing of a scantily clad female cartoon character from the DreamWorks movie 'The Road to El Dorado' - with the words 'If Disney Was For Adults.' Delta Air Lines was

Summary: Staff were locked out of Scooter's Coffee page starting at 5pm on Sunday . Hackers plastered feed with adult cartoons and links to explicit pages . Happened after employee clicked on link purporting to be from Facebook .


A 100-year-old New Jersey man killed his 88-year-old wife with an ax while she slept before he went into the bathroom and committed suicide with a knife, according to authorities. Michael and Rosalia Juskin had a 'history of domestic issues,' according to Bergen County Prosecutor John L. Molinelli. Molinelli said a motive for the apparent murder-suicide on Sunday night had not yet been determined. 100-year-old Michael Juskin allegedly killed his wife Rosalia, 88, with an axe while she slept before he committed suicide with a knife on Sunday night. Visibly upset neighbors gathered in front of their Bergen County, New Jersey house on Monday morning . Prosecutor John L. Molinelli said the couple had a 'history of domestic issues' but that a motive had not yet been determined. A relative discovered the bodies on Monday morning . A relative, who was not inside the home at the time of the killings, discovered the bodies Monday morning and called police, according to authorities. Michael Juskin is one of the oldest people ever to be accused of homicide, according to NorthJersey.com. Neighbors were visibly upset as they gathered in front of the Juskins' home. Dorota Biskup, 42, told NorthJersey.com that police had been to the couple's house a few times in recent years. Elmwood Park Police Chief Michael Foligno confirmed Biskup's claim, but would not provide further details. Biskup also claimed that Michael Juskin had mental problems and that the couple's daughter had asked her mother to move home. 'The daughter was saying "Mom come to me because we know he’s not stable,'" Biskup told CBS New York. A relative told NorthJersey.com that Michael had been suffering from dementia and said he sometimes wasn't lucid. Neighbor Carole Lynch described Rosalia as a 'very sweet lady' and said Michael was 'not well'. Lynch said Rosalia had wanted to live in Florida full-time, but her husband wanted to keep their New Jersey home. One neighbor said police had been to the couple's home a few times in recent years, a claim Elmwood Park Police Chief Michael Foligno confirmed .

Summary: Prosecutor said Michael and Rosalia Juskin had 'domestic issues' A relative, who was not inside the home during the apparent murder-suicide, discovered the bodies and called police . One relative claimed Michael Juskin was suffering from dementia and another said he was 'not well'


A couple bought a Beanie Baby for £10 at a car boot sale - and later realised it was worth £62,500. Leah Rogers and Ryan Flanaghan were selling a range of toys at the boot sale in Bude, Cornwall, when they spotted the purple teddy at another seller's stall. As a former collector, Mr Flanaghan, 22, recognised the bear as a limited edition Princess Diana Di Beanie Baby - one of the most sought after in the collection which can be worth thousands of pounds. Scroll down for video . Leah Rogers and Ryan Flanaghan (pictured together left) picked up a rare purple Beanie Baby for £10 at a car boot sale in Bude, Cornwall - and later found out it was worth £62,500 . The bear turned out to be one of just 100 made around the world, made in December 1997 for the Princess of Wales Memorial Trust. They are now selling it on eBay, with a starting bid of £20,000 . But the builder was stunned to find out that the bear was one of just 100 made around the world - and that another version is currently listed on eBay for £62,500. The pair are now hoping to sell the bear on the auction site and put the money towards a deposit for a house. Miss Rogers, 20, a beauty therapist who lives in Launceston, Cornwall, said: 'We couldn't believe it. We picked it up for £10 and it could be worth tens of thousands. 'It's so hard for young people to get on the property ladder so we think this could really be a blessing.' The pair had gone along to the car boot sale on Bank Holiday Monday with Mr Flanaghan's parents where they sold some of his old toys, including Beanie Babies. Before putting the teddies in the pile, the couple looked online to check that none of the bears would count as collectors' items. The pair, from Launceston, Cornwall, are now hoping the sale of the bear will give them a deposit for a house . While online, they read up about a Princess Diana Di Beanie Baby, which can sell for huge amounts. The range was created in December 1997 - the year the princess died - to raise money for the Princess of Wales Memorial Trust. It includes a poem on the tag which refers to Diana as an 'angel'. But even when he spotted the bear at another seller's stall, Mr Flanaghan had no idea whether it was a 'first edition' bear - which are incredibly rare - or a second edition, which sells for just £20. They later discovered the bear was handmade in Indonesia in December 2007 with special PE pellets and wording on the tag, which refers to the Princess Of Wales Memorial Fund - all of which make it a first edition bear. There is also a poem which reads: 'Like an angel she came from heaven above; she shared her compassion, her pain, her love; she only stayed with us long enough to teach the world

Summary: Leah Rogers, 20, and Ryan Flanaghan, 22, bought bear in Bude, Cornwall . They realised it was one of 100 1st edition Princess Diana Di Beanie Babies . Range created in 1997 to raise money for Princess Of Wales Memorial Trust . Couple listed bear for £20,000 on eBay and hope to raise money for house deposit .


Unless you're born with Kate Moss' cheekbones or Karlie Kloss' endless legs, making it as a model in the fast-paced and fickle world of fashion is no mean feat - and something Liris Crosse knows all about. For Liris, 32, who is now dubbed The Body and The Naomi Campbell of the plus-size modelling world, certainly came from humble beginnings. When starting out, her statuesque form, cat-like eyes, full lips and flawless complexion got Liris in the door of most model agencies, but she admits her voluptuous shape landed her on the shelf. Scroll down for video . Liris Crosse always dreamed of being a model but had a tough time breaking into the industry with many people telling her to lose weight to succeed - but the size 18 model (US 14) proved them wrong . Liris, who grew up in Baltimore, Maryland, shares her candid journey to the top with FEMAIL, how she proved her doubters wrong and how she's hoping to take the UK by storm. 'I can recall studying all the major fashion magazines as a little girl so I could see Tyra Banks and my model idol, Naomi Campbell,' she said of her earliest fashion memories. 'I watched fashion TV for all the runway shows and obsessed over Naomi Campbell's runway walk. 'I still idolise her poise, body and skin to this day and I practiced in my mother's heels back and forth in the kitchen. I'm honored that the plus fashion world calls me the "Naomi of Plus" because she's taught me from afar unknowingly.' Liris, 32, is now dubbed The Body and The Naomi Campbell of plus - but it wasn't always so simple . Liris' model idol has always been Naomi Campbell, right, who she 'obsessed over' as a young girl and is now compared to by industry bigwigs . When she was starting out, despite being a healthy size 10 (US 6), Liris received rejection after rejection due to her voluptuous shape, but now she stars in regular fashion shoots, pictured . In her junior year of high school, she heard about a casting call in her area for a convention called Model Search America and immediately signed up. She was lucky enough to get callbacks from Zoli Models, Elite Models NY, Michelle Pommier and Seventeen Magazine - but there was a catch. 'They all loved me but wanted me to lose weight,' she said. Despite being a healthy size 10 (US 6), Liris received rejection after rejection due to her voluptuous shape. And even though she chose an east coast giant, Wilhelmina Models, as her mother agency, casting reps still requested that she first lose weight and then come back in six months. Liris has also starred in top videos with Jennifer Lopez, Jay Z and Puff Daddy . Liris is breaking into the UK and appeared in a recent campaign for Sir Philip Green's Evans, and starred in the Goddess Lingerie line through the Eveden brand . Instead of giving into their demands or giving up on what she believed was

Summary: Liris Crosse, 32, was rejected due to her 'voluptuous size' Took matters into her own hands and is now a top plus-size model . Her idol was always Naomi Campbell and now she's compared to her . Was scouted by Evans at plus size fashion week and is breaking UK .


A transgender woman has launched a campaign on social media to protest bathroom bans. Brae Carnes of Victoria, British Columbia, has photographed herself over the past few months as she applies makeup and even changes in men's public restrooms, sometimes when men are even going to the bathroom right behind her. This to protest a proposed amendment to a Canadian transgender rights bill that would allow owners to make their own decisions as to whether or not to allow transgender individuals to use facilities corresponding to their gender. Scroll down for video . Brae Carnes (above) of Victoria, British Columbia is protesting an amendment to a Canadian transgender rights bill . Carnes has begun posting photos of herself applying makeup and even changing in men's public bathrooms (above) 'I’m giving them what they want,' Carnes said of the photos in an interview with the Times Colonist. 'I’m actively showing them what it would look like if that became law and how completely ridiculous it is. It’s just not right.' On top of that, Carnes revealed that it is scary to go into a men's public bathroom as a woman. A bill to grant equal rights and protections to transgender individuals and protect them from discrimination has been stuck in the Canadian senate for almost two years now. Recently, Senator Don Plett introduced this new amendment to the bill. He argues it is more a protection for women who may be afraid to share a space with anyone who is 'biologically male.' The new amendment would allow business owners to determine if they want to allow transgender individuals to use facilities corresponding with their gender . 'I’m actively showing them what it would look like if that became law and how completely ridiculous it is,' says Carnes . The transgender community meanwhile has pointed out the issue of their own protection should they be forced to use a bathroom that does not correspond with their gender identity. 'I think [the amendment] is actually giving predators a chance and an opportunity. People think, "Why’s this girl in the washroom? She must be looking for a guy,"' said Carnes.

Summary: Brae Carnes of Victoria, British Columbia is protesting an amendment to a Canadian transgender rights bill . It would allow business owners to determine if they want to allow transgender individuals to use facilities corresponding with their gender . Carnes has now begun posting photos of herself applying makeup and even changing in men's public bathrooms . 'I’m actively showing them what it would look like if that became law and how completely ridiculous it is,' says Carnes .