Dancing With The Stars co-host Erin Andrews surfaced for the first time after her NHL star boyfriend Jarret Stoll was busted at a pool party at the MGM Grand Hotel, allegedly with cocaine and Molly tucked into his swim trunks. Stoll, 32, who currently plays with the Los Angeles Kings, was booked for drug possession and released on $5,000 bond Friday. TMZ reports the NHL player passed through security on his way to the Wet Republic pool at the Las Vegas hotel when a security guard found a 'pink baggie' filled with 3.3 grams of cocaine and 'gel-caps' containing 8.1 grams of Molly. Scroll down for video . Spotted: Andrews, who co-hosts Dancing With The Stars and works as an NFL sideline reporter for Fox Sports, was seen being visited by a friend at the home she reportedly shares with Stoll the day after he was arrested . 'Molly' is the name given to the powder or crystallized form of MDMA, the drug compound also found in ecstasy. After being patted down, Stoll was asked whether the powder in the pink baggie was cocaine and answered yes, according to the police report. Stoll was previously in the news for non-sports related reasons back in 2013 when he was rushed to the hospital after having a seizure at his home in Hermosa Beach, California during the offseason, with the Kings later saying they did not know what caused the incident. Jarret Stoll, 32 (left), is the longtime boyfriend of Dancing With The Stars host Erin Andrews, 36 (right) Busted: Erin Andrews's beau Jarret Stoll, 32, was booked into jail in Las Vegas on possession charges after reportedly being found with cocaine and Molly in his swim trunks at a popular hotel . He was arrested on suspicion of possession of cocaine at the Wet Republic pool at the MGM Grand (above) Stoll (seen partying at the MGM Grand in 2014 after the Kings Stanley Cup win) was arrested on Friday in Las Vegas, Nevada, on drug possession charges, according to many reports . Stoll, who will make a cameo in the upcoming film version of the popular HBO show Entourage, was booked into the Clark County Detention Center and was listed as having a hearing on Saturday. The charges include possession of Class 1, 2, 3 and 4 controlled substances, including cocaine and ecstasy. Friday was the two-year anniversary of MGM Grand's popular club Hakkasan, an event featuring Tiesto that brought out names like Christina Aguilera. In both 2012 and 2014 Stoll headed to the MGM Grand to celebrate at the end of the hockey season. It seems that Stoll went on a date with Andrews on Thursday night, as she posted a photo of a romantic-looking candle that was seemingly taken at Italian restaurant La Sosta Enoteca in Manhattan Beach, California, on her Instagram page, and a fan snapped a photo with Stoll earlier in the day. The caption, which did not mention Stoll by name, read: 'Always a great date night.' The popular television personality recently spoke about her boyfriend while

Summary: Los Angeles Kings forward Jarret Stoll was arrested Friday on drug possession charges . The NHL star was caught in the security line to the Wet Republic pool at MGM Grand Hotel . Andrews surfaced for the first time after her boyfriend's arrest on Saturday . Stoll's charges include possession of Class 1, 2, 3 and 4 controlled substances . NHL security has been notified and Kings are aware of situation as well .


With his arm around his little sister, both of them looking out at the blue water, it's an image that shows the unbreakable bond between a brother and sister. It is also an image that makes the fatal crash on a rain-soaked road all the more tragic - the devoted siblings died within hours of each other. Piper Kulk, 8, on the right of the family snap caption 'our babies', died on Sunday morning, hours after the accident on the NSW Central Coast, when the car being driven by their grandmother, Helen Boddy, 54, aqua-planed and swerved into the path of an oncoming ute. Piper's brother William, 9, on the left of the image, died in hospital on Sunday evening. Together with their older brother Daniel, 12, and mother Chantelle, 31, they had spent the day at the Royal Easter Show in Sydney and had just been picked up from a nearby train station by their grandmother. Daniel and Chantelle are still in hospital. Tributes have poured in for two siblings killed on their way home from the Royal Easter Show in Sydney . Nine-year-old William Kulk (left) and eight-year-old Piper Kulk (right) were both killed in the head-on crash . A relative posted the heartbreaking photo of William with has arm around Piper looking out at the water and more than $32,000 has already been raised online to help the devastated family after a Gofundme page was set up to cover the cost of their funerals. Both children attended Budgewoi Public School, where a floral memorial has been laid, and also played rugby league with the Budgewoi-Buff Point Bulldogs, the Daily Telegraph reports. It is believed Mrs Boddy's Holden Astra aqua-planed, spun out of control and ended up on the other side of the road when it collided with a ute. All three siblings were sitting in the back of the car when the accident occurred. A relative told The Daily Telegraph: ‘We’re just devastated.’ Piper Hulk, 8, died in the horrific accident near Doyalson in NSW Central Coast on Saturday . Warwick Milham got the call his wife and daughter had both been injured in the crash . Glenda Milham (left) suffered a fractured neck, while daughter, Michelle (right), had broken bones . The incident also left passengers in the ute involved in the accident on Wyee Road near Doyalson with severe injuries. Warwick Milham arrived at the scene after hearing his wife, Glenda, and daughter, Michelle, were involved. Glenda suffered a fractured neck while Michelle had broken bones. 'It was a horrendous scene. I wouldn't wish it upon anybody,' Mr Milham told 9News. The seven people involved in the crash were all trapped in the wreckage before being released from the two vehicles by emergency services. The two boys, Daniel and William, were airlifted to The Children's Hospital at Westmead and William later succumbed to his injuries. Daniel is now in a stable condition. Heavy rain caused a car containing two adults and three children to spin out of control, colliding with a ute . The seven people involved

Summary: Nine-year-old William Kulk died in hospital on Sunday night . His eight-year-old sister Piper died on Sunday morning . They were both involved in a horrific car crash on the NSW Central Coast . Over $32,000 has been raised to help the devastated family . Were travelling with elder brother, mother and grandmother . They had spent the day at the Royal Easter Show in Sydney . Their brother Daniel, 12, is in a stable condition in Westmead hospital .


A Russian biker gang, which Vladimir Putin describes as his 'friends', has camped out on the Polish border after being banned from entering the country for a World War II memorial ride. Polish authorities said last week they would ban entry to the Night Wolves, with leaders calling their plans to ride through Poland en route to commemorations of World War II a 'provocation'. The group vowed to enter anyway and 15 were seen Monday morning at the border crossing between Brest, Belarus, and Terespol, Poland. Scroll down for video . Stopped: A Belarussian border guard checks the passport of a member of Russia's pro-Putin Night Wolves motorcycle club at a border crossing with Poland near Brest . Links: Vladimir Putin rides a Harley Davidson trike next to Night Wolves leader Alexander Zaldostanov in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, in 2011 . 'Friends': Vladimir Putin, centre, poses for a picture with members of the Night Wolves gang in 2011 . They were allowed to go on by Belarusian guards but they were then held in a hangar by Polish officials. Poland is extremely critical of Russian actions in Ukraine, and is disturbed that the Night Wolves has rallied against the Ukrainian government and celebrated Russia's annexation of Crimea. Border guard spokesman Dariusz Sienicki said: 'These people will not cross into Poland. Each of them will individually receive a decision denying them entry into Poland's territory'. Some Russian bikers had been seen entering Poland earlier but they appeared to belong to another organisation whose members are allowed to enter. Stubborn: A Belarus' border guard stands in front of members of the Russian Night Wolves Motorcycle Club at a border crossing with Poland near Brest yesterday . Bond: Polish bikers welcome a Russian biker who just crossed into Poland at the border crossing with Belarus. Some Russian bikers who are not members of the Night Wolves have been allowed to enter . Many Poles view the Night Wolves with suspicion because the pro-Putin bikers have rallied against the Ukrainian government and celebrated Russia's annexation of Crimea. Members of the Night Wolves rode down en masse to Ukraine's Crimea peninsula just after it was annexed by Russia in March 2014, and members have also fought with pro-Russian separatists in eastern Ukraine. The German government has also expressed unease at the bikers and said they would not be welcome. 'This is not a normal bike club. They are tools in the hand of Vladimir Putin to make propaganda,' said Tomasz Czuwara, spokesman for the Open Dialog Foundation, a Polish group that supports Ukraine. President: The Night Wolves leader Alexander Zaldostanov, known as the surgeon, leads a procession of bikers out of Moscow as they started the memorial run on Saturday . A flag bearing the image of Stalin is seen as Night Wolves bikers gather in Moscow ahead of the memorial run . Many Poles view the Night Wolves with suspicion because the pro-Putin bikers have rallied against the Ukrainian government and celebrated Russia's annexation of Crimea . Not all Poles are against them, however.

Summary: The Night Wolves biker gang has been banned from entering Poland . They are pro-Putin, and the Russian leader has ridden with them . Poland is extremely critical of Russian actions in Ukraine . Germany has also said that the Russian bikers would not be welcome .


Kentucky judge Olu Stevens is facing calls to be sacked after he criticized a couple's victim impact statements . A Kentucky judge is facing calls to be sacked after he criticized a couple's victim impact statements and accused them of fostering racist stereotypes in their 3-year-old daughter. Judge Olu Stevens was sentencing Gregory Wallace to five years' probation after he and his accomplice, Marquis McAfee, robbed Tommy and Jordan Gray's Louisville home in April 2013. Police report that the thieves pointed a gun in the face of the couple's three-year-old before making off with $1,100 in cash, a cell phone, wallet and small amount of marijuana belong to the couple. In victim impact statement's prepared for the sentencing of Wallace, the couple called for him to be sent to prison and Jordan wrote that her daughter was still 'in constant fear of black men.' 'Whenever we are running errands, if we come across a black male, she holds me tight and begs me to leave,' the mother said. Tommy Gray also wrote that since the crime, his daughter had been terrified of black males and that probation was not sufficient punishment for Wallace, 27, who had pleaded guilty to robbery. 'If holding a little girl at gunpoint gets you probation, then our system is flawed,' Gray said. But when the case appeared before Stevens on February 4 in Jefferson Circuit Court, it was the parents, not Wallace, who suffered Judge Stevens' wrath, reports the Courier Journal. At the sentencing for Gregory Wallace, Stevens accused the Grays of fostering racist stereotypes in their 3-year-old daughter's mind . 'I am offended. … I am deeply offended that they would be victimized by an individual and express some kind of fear of all black men,' he said. 'This little girl certainly has been victimized, and she can't help the way she feels,' he said. 'My exception is more with her parents and their accepting that kind of mentality and fostering those type of stereotypes.' Despite the family's protests, Stevens granted probation to Wallace, who had no prior convictions for violent crimes and had received strong support from his family and friends. Judge Stevens said Wallace deserved the opportunity to redeem himself and said his thoughts about the Gray's victim impact statements had no bearing on his judgement. He later expanded his opinion writing on Facebook: 'Do three year olds form such generalized, stereotyped and racist opinions of others? Judge Stevens granted Wallace, left, probation because he had no prior convictions for violent crimes and said his thoughts about the Gray's victim impact statements had no bearing on his judgement . 'Had the perpetrator been white, I doubt it would have resulted in such gross generalizations,' wrote Stevens afterwards on Facebook . Marquis McAfee was sentenced to 10 years in prison for his role in the crime . 'I think not. Perhaps the mother had attributed her own views to her child as a manner of sanitizing them.' Stevens also posted a photo showing young black and white children playing together. Friends and family of the

Summary: Kentucky judge Olu Stevens is facing calls to be sacked after he criticized a couple's victim impact statements . Tommy and Jordan Gray and their three-year-old daughter were robbed at gunpoint at their Louisville home in 2013 by two African American males . Jordan wrote in her statement that her daughter is still 'in constant fear of black men' At the sentencing for one of the men, Stevens accused the Grays of fostering racist stereotypes in their 3-year-old daughter's mind . 'Had the perpetrator been white, I doubt it would have resulted in such gross generalizations,' wrote Stevens afterwards on Facebook . Friends and family of the Grays have accused Stevens of being racist and are calling for him to be fired .


The tranquility of a high-priced inner-Sydney suburb has been shattered as a transport war has broken out between locals and commuters. A fed up resident of Cammeray, a wealthy North Shore suburb, stuck a note to the windscreen of car parked near a school they believed belonged to an outsiders. 'Dear Northern Beaches Parasites and car dependent Tragics,' it read. This controversial note was left on the windscreen of a car by a fed-up resident of Cammeray . 'If you can't afford to park in the CBD don't come here!! Cammeray is not a Parking Lot for Losers. Get out of your cars stop clogging up the roads and annoying local residents. 'Go back to your insular peninsular... after all what do you do once you get here? Head straight for the BUS STOP.' Dijana Wolffram, a local who is friends with the woman who found the note, said the letter created a few laughs among other residents when she posted it to a community Facebook page. One reply read: 'We laughed. But we were horrified that such a nimby (Not In My Backyard) culture existed in Cammeray. After all they are really lucky to be in such a transport hub, that has such a wonderful bus service. Share the love! Jason will park there again next Wednesday, so watch this space.' The North Shore suburb was split on the parking issue, with other locals 'horrified' by the letter . A local woman, who only wanted to be known as Lauren, did not agree with the tone of the note, but said it was a real issue. 'Not a fan of the way they wrote it, but we have this problem in our street,' she said in a Facebook post. 'Every Tom dick and harry park there cars in our street all day and then walk to Roseville station. It's really annoying... They park up your a***, sometimes taking up 2 spots. It's really difficult for those that live in the street to park!' However, Marina Daillecourt did not agree with the letter. 'No one has anymore right to park on the road than any one else,' Ms Daillecourt said on Facebook. 'You don't own the off street parking on your street. Shows the writers ignorance as well as a complete lack of class.'

Summary: Fed up local slams 'tragics' taking up carparks in wealthy Sydney suburb . 'If you can't afford to park...don't come here' letter left on windscreen reads . Other locals shocked that someone in their community would leave note . 'We were horrified such a nimby culture existed in Cammeray' they said .


They are supposed to be a girl's best friend - or at least her most valuable. But the diamond ring appears to have lost its sparkle according to experts who claim that women are abandoning the traditional jewel in favour of more exotic gems. The huge increase in demand for coloured stones, such as sapphires and rubies, has seen their prices soar. Scroll down for video . Kate Middleton proudly wore a Ceylon sapphire once owned by Princess Diana as her engagement ring . And experts say the trend might prove that diamonds are not forever after all, as the value of the jewels has been vastly overtaken by more fashionable stones. Demand has seen the value of some coloured stones increase by more than 2,000 per cent over the last ten years, with leading auctioneers now branding them a better investment than diamonds. Celebrities such as Kate Middleton, who proudly wore a Ceylon sapphire once owned by Princess Diana as her engagement ring, have driven the craze. A-list stars Beyoncé, Naomi Watts, Rosamund Pike and Mila Kunis have also played their part by flashing their beloved coloured gems on the red carpet. The number of women picking their own engagement rings is also thought to have had an effect, with men always likely to choose a traditional diamond. While diamonds are still broadly worth more money than softer stones such as emeralds, the increase in price generated by coloured stones in recent years has far overtaken diamonds. A-list stars Rosamund Pike by flashing beloved coloured gems on the red carpet . As the gems are much rarer than diamonds the surge in demand - especially from Asia - has played a significant part in driving up their cost. The surging popularity of coloured stones is one of the reasons leading auctioneers Bonhams include them in most sales around the world, alongside diamonds. Its auctioneers were delighted when a pair of 1930 Cartier art deco ruby and diamond brooches recently sold for £482,500, far outstripping the presale estimate of £80,000 - £120,000. A single-stone ring by Van Cleef & Arpels featuring a Burmese ruby weighing 13.34 carats, sold for £350,500 to a Hong Kong buyer, breaking price-per-carat records in the UK last year. Jean Ghika, head of jewellery in the UK and Europe at Bonhams, said that as well as being fashionable colured stones are also becoming seen as a sound investment. She said: 'There is a new move towards colour. Women are bolder in their choices and looking at alternatives to diamonds when it comes to engagement rings and everyday jewellery. 'Women are also in constant pursuit of something truly original, and a coloured stone, where every example is different they are able to have something unique. 'As ever, fashion is partly celebrity-led and we're seeing some of the world's biggest stars looking stunning in coloured gemstones on the red carpet.' Actress Mila Kunis also played her part, seen here wearing ruby jewellery to the Jupiter Ascending premiere . A ring featuring a Sri Lankan sapphire weighing 30.08 carats was recently

Summary: Increased demand for coloured stones has seen their prices soar . Value of diamonds has been vastly overtaken by sapphires and rubies . Auctioneers are now branding them a better investment than diamonds . Celebrities such as Kate Middleton have driven the craze .


Dick Advocaat will not make the same mistake he did during his first season at Rangers by playing down the significance of the Old Firm derby. The 67-year-old takes charge of Sunderland for the first time on home soil tomorrow with North-East adversaries Newcastle the visitors. It was back in 1998 that Advocaat said the Old Firm clash was just another game. Celtic won 5-1 and the Dutch boss was criticised by fans and the media for under-estimating the intensity of the rivalry. Sunderland boss Dick Advocaat insists he will not underestiamte the signficance of the Wear-Tyne Derby . Advocaat and assistant manager Paul Bracewell oversee training ahead of Sunday's crucial derby fixture . Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe (centre) trains with his team-mates ahead of the game with Newcastle . Rangers' Rod Wallace (centre) runs forward with the ball as his side are thrashed 5-1 by Celtic in 1998 . Advocaat had failed to recognise the significance of the Old Firm fixture and this led to a humiliating loss . He recalled: 'To be honest, I did not realise at that moment it was so huge. 'We lost that game and I remember saying in the press conference when they were really upset, 'It is no problem for me because it is just one of 38 games and we will not lose any more'. 'I would not say that anymore! But we became champions that year, six points ahead of Celtic, and won the treble.' Advocaat, though, does admit that his thoughts are trained on three points and not the notion of regional bragging rights. Indeed, the Black Cats are one point above the relegation zone and could be in the bottom three by kick-off. 'Every game is a chance to get a result – and that starts on Sunday,' said Advocaat, who could start Adam Johnson for the first time following his arrest on suspicion of sexual activity with a 15-year-old girl. Sunderland's Adam Johnson was recently arrested on suspicion of sexual activity with an under-age girl . Advocaat is still considering starting the 27-year-old England international in the Wear-Tyne derby . 'If we win the fans might like me, yes, but I would prefer it if they loved me at the end of the season because that would mean we have stayed up.' Sunderland have won just twice at home all season. They have struggled amid an atmosphere of unrest at the Stadium of Light, but that should change tomorrow given the unveiling of Advocaat and the opponents. 'For us, this must be a weapon,' said Advocaat when asked about the home crowd. 'That is the reason I said it is so important to get them behind us, because it is an extra weapon. If the players feel that, they will give even more and I expect that the fans will do that. This is a special game.' Sunderland midfielder Will Buckley (centre) dribbles with the ball during training at the Academy of Light .

Summary: Sunderland manager Dick Advocaat insists he is not underestimating the significance of Sunday's game against local rivals Newcastle . While in charge of Rangers in 1998, Advocaat made the mistake of playing down the Old Firm game against Celtic and lost 5-1 . The Dutchman does not want a repeat of that embarrassment . He is considering starting winger Adam Johnson for the game, for the first time for his arrest on suspicion of sexual activity with a 15-year-old girl .


The royals are again choosing private medical care for the upcoming birth of their second child. And Prince William and his wife Kate's decision to use St Mary's Hospital in Paddington, central London, over public care offered by the NHS was yesterday backed by the Prime Minister. Asked if the royal couple's choice was disappointing, David Cameron said he supports peoples' right to choose treatment options – but also ensured he praised the NHS. Scroll down for video . 'Matter of choice': Prime Minister David Cameron (pictured yesterday during a General Election campaign visit to Norton-sub-Hamdon in Somerset) has backed the royals' choice of private care for Kate's second birth . Private healthcare: The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge leave the Lindo Wing of St Mary's Hospital in Paddington, central London, with their newborn son Prince George in July 2013 . The Prime Minister, a father of three, told Murnaghan on Sky News: ‘I think it's a total matter of choice for people - what they use and where they have their babies. ‘All I hope and pray for is there'll be happy, healthy news for that wonderful couple and for the whole country. The NHS is superb and I've seen that in my own life in so many different ways. ‘But I believe in choice, I believe in people being able to do what they want to do, and as I say I've only got one thought about the royal baby which is a happy and healthy arrival.’ The baby is already believed to be late – and will officially be overdue if Kate has not given birth by May 1. Even the 33-year-old royal herself has said the baby is due in mid to late April. Anticipation: Barriers for the media outside the Lindo Wing on Saturday, which has a separate entrance from the rest of the hospital, making it easier to provide security and a measure of privacy to the couple . The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s first child, Prince George, was born at the Lindo Wing of St Mary's Hospital nearly two years ago in July 2013. The wing has a separate entrance from the rest of the hospital, making it easier to provide security and a measure of privacy to the couple, who could receive a visit from the Queen. The public part of the hospital has seen a surgical ward closed to new admissions for the last 11 days because eight patients were found to be carrying a potentially dangerous microorganism. The hospital said today that three of these patients developed infections and have since recovered after treatment with antibiotics. It added that a ‘deep cleaning’ of the ward is underway and enhanced screening is being put in place. Mr Cameron's son Ivan, who had cerebral palsy and epilepsy, tragically died aged just six at the hospital in February 2009. And in his conference speech last October, the Prime Minister said he knew 'better than most' how much the NHS meant after the care it provided to his child.

Summary: Royal baby will be born at St Mary's Hospital in Paddington, London . PM says he supports the right of people to choose treatment options . Cameron is praying for 'happy, healthy news for that wonderful couple' Prince George was born at same hospital two years ago in July 2013 .


Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has attracted both criticism and applause for her controversial decision to wear a headscarf during her visit to Iran. Bishop, who is Australia's highest-ranking official to visit Iran in 12 years, donned a black headscarf during a meeting with Iranian president Hassan Rouhani and her Iranian counterpart Mohammad Javad Zarif. Social media lit up as those from both sides of the argument weighed in on whether Bishop was right to cover her head in keeping with local custom, while political commentators and politicians have also voiced their opinions. Scroll down for video . To veil or not to veil: Australia's Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has sparked a debate over her choice to wear a scarf during her visit to Iran . 'You respect the culture wherever you are': The Foreign Minister also met with her counterpart Mohammad Javad Zarif, and later defended her wearing of the headscarf that sparked the debate . Accessories: Bishop also donned a hat during the trip, which attracted several unfortunate comparisons to Michael Jackson's Smooth Criminal music video on social media . 'Good on #JulieBishop for respecting another country's culture! That's true feminism,' Twitter user Sawyer remarked. 'I'm not religious but I am respectful. I don't like Bishop but I'm glad she respected Iran and their culture,' Brianna Refalo added. While Westerners are not required by law to cover their heads, the Foreign Minister said she did so out of respect for the culture. 'When I went for an audience with the Pope, they told me I had to wear a scarf,' the Foreign Minister told the Australian. 'So I wore a scarf. You respect the culture wherever you are.' Criticism: Michelle Obama attracted criticism for refusing to cover her head at the funeral of Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah in January . Neither Hillary Clinton nor Condoleezza Rice were veiled for their trips to the Middle East during their tenures as US Secretary of State, except for when visiting Mosques. 'I support Julie Bishop wearing a head scarf while overseas... but saying that it's part of her daily outfit though, not so much,' wrote Rodney Gordon on Twitter. The tweet was in reference to an earlier comment given by Bishop to Sydney Morning Herald, in which she appeared to deny her ensemble was purely political. 'As a matter of fact I wear scarves and hats and headgear quite often as part of my everyday wear,' Bishop said. The hat and scarf combo Bishop later donned also attracted a number of unfortunate comparisons to Michael Jackson on social media. Opinion: Views on Twitter were divided... while some just liked the sartorial style . Iranian Journalist and founder of Facebook page 'My Stealthy Freedom, Masih Alinejad, wrote a post calling for the Foreign Minister to raise the issue of the compulsory wearing of a hijab for women in Iran. 'Madam Bishop was asked not to give in to the compulsory veil and to raise her voice very much like numerous Iranian women who have started doing so,' Alinejad wrote on Facebook. 'We also asked

Summary: Foreign Minister Julie Bishop attracted criticism and applause for move . Views on social media were mixed about respecting local custom . Opposition leader Bill Shorten supported Bishop's decision .


The feel-good factor at Everton continued to grow after many of the club's first-team players attended the annual 'Academy Day' at Finch Farm on Tuesday. A spring resurgence of five wins and a draw in their last six games has propelled Roberto Martinez's side into the top half of the Premier League, and the likes of Leon Osman, Phil Jagielka, Ross Barkley and Romelu Lukaku were all present to pass on advice to the next generation of talent. Players from the under-6 to under-11 age groups joined the Blues' senior stars for a training session at the Halewood complex, with the fun-filled occasion including games of head tennis and shooting drills overseen by manager Martinez and his coaching staff. Leon Osman shares a joke with two of the Everton academy players as Ross Barkley looks to get involved . Phil Jagielka larks around at the Academy Day as he teaches a youngster an unorthodox scorpion clearance . James McCarthy was also in attendance at the Academy Day, pictured in a passing drill he will be familiar with . Tyias Browning, who made his senior debut earlier this season in the Merseyside derby against Liverpool at Anfield, told Evertonfc.com that the experience rekindled fond memories for him. The Academy graduate said: 'This is my second one as part of the first team but I still remember when I did it as an Academy player. We were training with the likes of Big Dunc [Duncan Ferguson] and Joseph Yobo then but it's been great to see the smiles on a lot of kids' faces today. 'The Club really look after the younger players and Finch Farm is a special place to be. Today has been good fun and I think we've had as much fun as the kids!' Academy Director Tim Devine added: It's a great opportunity for the six to 11-year-olds to interact with the players, It's a great example of the family atmosphere that exists at the club. The manager and his backroom staff are all here, and it's fantastic.' Romelu Lukaku watches on as a youngster celebrates a goal during one of the small-sided games yesterday . An aspiring young Everton goalkeeper is in safe hands as second-choice stopper Joel Robles catches a ball .

Summary: First-team squad play head tennis with future talent at Academy Day . Presence of Phil Jagielka, James McCarthy and co proves a huge success . Roberto Martinez and his staff also at Finch Farm for annual fun event . Everton are unbeaten in their last six Premier League games, winning five .


An Italian former policeman has been found guilty of raping a 16-year-old Australian girl after luring her to his home via a couch-surfing website. Dino Maglio, who is on trial in Padua, northern Italy, was sentenced to six and a half years in prison on Tuesday after the girl reported being drugged and raped while staying at his home. Prosecutors said Maglio spiked a glass of Baileys liqueur the girl was drinking with a tranquilliser pill. Maglio claimed sex with the girl, who was under-age at the time, was consensual but admitted he was ‘stupid’ to spike her drink. Boris Dubini, who represents the teenager, says Maglio's claim that the sex was consensual was nonsense given the tranquilliser he gave her turned her into a 'rag doll' and she couldn't resist. Former Italian police officer Dino Maglio (pictured right) has been found guilty of raping a 16-year-old girl . Maglio was ordered to pay €60,000 ($83,000) to the victim and €15,000 ($20,000) to her mother, who was travelling with her at the time, the Guardian reports. The Investigative Reporting Project Italy (IRPO) carried out a year-long investigation into Maglio, collecting 14 testimonies from women who claimed they were assaulted by him after using the host-a-traveller website to arrange accommodation. The policeman was accused of using the name of Leon on Couchsurfing.com. The case has raised safety concerns surrounding the social networking site, which puts travellers in touch with hosts who are willing to put them up and show them around their home-towns for free. It has been linked to several alleged sexual assaults over the years, including the rape of a Hong Kong tourist in Leeds, according to the Guardian. The 35-year-old has admitted drugging her with a tranquilliser and having sex, even though he knew she was under-age . Maglio has admitted spiking a drink of Baileys liqueur belonging to the 16-year-old with a sedative, and when asked why he told police: 'I am stupid, there was no real reason' The website's chief executive, Jennifer Billock, told the newspaper users' safety was a top priority and it was constantly 'evolving our tools and processes to find and halt abusers of our system'. It is believed that Maglio had told one alleged victim he closed his profile because he had so many positive reviews he had to open a new one. The IRPO’s investigation revealed a man who made himself seem like a fun and fast-living host. Some alleged victims claim he would constantly compliment them and insist they drink while they were out together and on the first or second night say they were served drinks of tea or wine. They did not report feeling unsafe as they were not travelling alone but in separate incidents from March 2013 until March 2014, the women recalled feeling suddenly 'woozy and intensely tired'. Maglio told investigators the sex was consensual and that he had joined Couchsurfing to improve his English, as he believed it would help further his career. In a victim statement, one Canadian woman alleged she had tried to rouse three

Summary: Dino Maglio has been sentenced to six and a half years in jail . He offered the teen, her mother and her sister a place to stay at his flat . They came into contact with him in Italy via the Couchsurfing website . He spiked a glass of Baileys liqueur the girl was drinking . He admitted drugging the 16-year-old but claims the sex was consensual . Maglio was ordered to pay $83,000 to the victim and $20,000 to her mother . More than a dozen women have come forward claiming he assaulted them .


Huddersfield coach Paul Anderson is hoping to kick-start his side's misfiring attack to match the efficiency of their defence as they look to start climbing back up the Super League ladder. The Giants have plummeted from third to ninth after losing all three games over the Easter holiday period but they go into Sunday's home game against Catalans Dragons with the best defensive record in the league. 'There's no hiding away from the fact we are a very good defensive team, we've just got to get our juices flowing offensively more than anything and we've put some things in place to try and make that happen,' said Anderson. Paul Anderson is hoping to kick-start his Hudderfield side's misfiring attack to climb up Super League . The Giants have plummeted from third to ninth after losing all three games over the Easter holiday period . 'We know what we're capable of and we know we can quite easily go on a decent run. We had a poor start and a poor week because the games have come thick and fast. 'We've had some issues with our offence all year and I've got to take responsibility for that, because that's my role at the club, it's my job to try and fix it. 'If we were getting beaten by 30 or 40 points we'd have some serious issues. We just need to make sure we find our groove with the ball as well as we have without it. 'If you look at the last three games we've lost, if we'd have got one more score in every game we'd probably have come out winners - those are the fine margins that we're dealing with at the minute.' A first win in four would enable Huddersfield to leapfrog their French visitors, who have won just one of five away games so far this year. Widnes are the only team yet to take a point from their travels but they will be aiming to capitalise on their impressive record at the Select Security Stadium against Castleford in Sunday's other league game. Anderson says there is no hiding when facing Catalans Dragons, who have the league's best defensive record . The Yorkshiremen can climb to a season-high fourth if they make it three wins in a row and Vikings coach Denis Betts is expecting a stern test from Daryl Powell's improving side. 'Castleford have a solid squad who all know their jobs,' Betts said. 'They work really hard for each other in defence and that allows them freedom to express themselves in attack. 'We've had some really tough games against them - very competitive games. I expect a tough physical encounter on Sunday.'

Summary: Huddersfield have plummeted to ninth in Super League after a horrible Easter . Paul Anderson admits his misfiring side need to change going forward . They face Catalan Dragons, who have the best defence around, on Sunday .


Forget football and females and other traditional pub banter - modern men are more likely to chat about their children over a pint with their friends. Relationship issues and sexual problems are also high on the agenda for discussion down the boozer. Those were the findings of more than 70 hours of footage from hidden cameras in one London pub. Session: Secret cameras at an east London boozer showed that men are more likely to discuss sexual problems and relationship issues than the weekend's football matches . They didn't pick up a single mention of football, while women were discussed only occasionally. One man in the Lord Nelson pub was heard telling his friends how he realised he was gay while dating a married woman. Three middle-aged men talked openly about erectile dysfunction and another spoke about his fears about having a kidney transplant. Secret Life of the Pub: Recordings showed how one man openly talked about erectile dysfunction . Catch up: The cameras revealed how the modern man feels happy to discuss sexual and relationship issues . Another customer at the pub on the Isle of Dogs, which attracts drinkers from all walks of life, including professionals from nearby Canary Wharf, told his companions the lack of affection shown to him by his parents means he values their friendship all the more. Landlady Kim Arrowsmith said: 'There are a lot of things today that women won't put up with. That's why the males know that now they have to be more sensible.' She said that although people knew they were being filmed for Channel 4, they soon forgot the cameras were there. The Secret Life of the Pub will be shown on Thursday.

Summary: Relationship issues and sexual problems discussed over a pint with mates . Hidden cameras recorded 70 hours of footage at Lord Nelson, east London . Cameras did not show any mention of football and women rarely discussed .


More than 200 Yazidi prisoners have been set free in northern Iraq after nearly a year in Islamic State captivity, Kurdish military has said today. The freed prisoners said that they had been led to believe they were being led to their execution, but instead, were piled onto a minibus that drove them to peshmerga positions. The Yazidis, made up of women, children and the elderly, are said to be in poor health and bearing signs of abuse and neglect. Fear: The 216 prisoners, including 40 children, believed they were being led to their execution, but instead, were piled onto minibuses that drove them to a handover southwest of Kirkuk . Released: An elderly man is being cared for by peshmerga troops while a young girl cries as she is being offered water by a Kuridsh soldier after their release . Relief: A newly released Yazidi woman reacts upon her arrival in the village of Himera, southwest of Kirkuk, after she and hundreds of other Yazidis had been held captive since last summer . Praise be: Two elderly women give thanks for being set free. Some of the Yazidis are said to be in poor health and bearing signs of abuse and neglect . Free at last: A mother hugs here young child in celebration at being released. The freed Yazidis were taken away by ambulances and buses to receive treatment and care . Saved: This elderly Yazidi woman was one of the lucky ones to be released. No reason was given for the decision by ISIS . The 216 prisoners have been held captive in the Islamic State since last summer when militants attacked their villages in the area around Sinjar in northwestern Iraq. General Hiwa Abdullah, a peshmerga commander in the northern Iraqi city of Kirkuk, said that about 40 children are among those released, while the rest were elderly, some of whom were too exhausted and disoriented to speak. No reason was given for the release of the prisoners, which took place in Himera just southwest of Kirkuk, 180 miles north of Baghdad. The freed Yazidis were taken away by ambulances and buses to receive treatment and care. One elderly woman said she had been captured by the . insurgents last August when they overpowered Kurdish forces in . the Sinjar area and proceeded to purge its Yazidi population, . killing hundreds and taking thousands captive. Emotional scenes: Once the Yazidi prisoners, made up of women, children and the elderly, realised they were not being executed but freed, many broke down by the roadside . Newly released members of the Yazidi minority, including one girl with an injured leg, wait for medical help after being set free by ISIS . Saved: An officer from the Kurdish forces carries an elderly Yazidi woman at the checkpoint in near Kirkuk . A woman splashes her face with water given out by a Kurdish peshmerga soldier. The 216 Yazidis piled onto a minibus that then drove them to peshmerga positions . Yazidi families embrace after ISIS let them go. About 40 children

Summary: Group released in northern Iraq made up of 40 children, women and elderly . Were piled onto a minibus that then drove them to peshmerga positions . Prisoners spent nearly a year in Isis captivity, Kurdish military has said . No explanation has been given as to why the 216 Yazidis were released .


Protests in Melbourne turned violent when anti-Islam and anti-racism groups clashed. Police were forced separate Reclaim Australia supporters and opposing protesters by forming a wall at separate rallies. Crowd numbers continued to grow throughout the afternoon, and some protesters had to be treated by paramedics after the ugly clashes. It comes after a Twitter account claiming to be linked with anti-Islam groups has mocked protests being held around Australia. Scroll down for video . A clash of anti-Islam and anti-racism groups turned dangerous and violent during protests in Melbourne . Melbourne police formed a barrier between the separate rallies to attempt to disperse the protesters . It comes after a Twitter account claiming to be linked with anti-Islam groups has mocked protests . A Twitter account claiming to be linked with anti-Islam groups has mocked protests being held around Australia . It was originally thought Reclaim Australia had handed over the reigns to one of their supporters to control their feed throughout the protests . Crowd numbers grew during the afternoon, and some protesters had to be treated by paramedics . Across Australia, 16 rallies were scheduled to take place, but Sydney and Melbourne drew the biggest crowd . It was originally thought Reclaim Australia had handed over the reigns to one of their supporters to control their feed throughout the protests. 'Whats wrong with muslims anyway? I dun get it,' one tweet from the account read. 'In the car reading stuff - wots xenophobia? help me out,' another said. However, 'Jeremy' began to tweet a number of joke comments shortly after the Sydney protest got underway. 'Man f**k this noise I'm gonna get stoned in the park peace out.' Once the tweets began to get attention, a 'statement' was released that explained its account was misused and it then said other events around the country would be cancelled. Two people were taken away by police officers after they rushed the stage and attempted to disrupt the rally . More than 100 police officers, eleven mounted on horses were used to form the separation wall . 'Jeremy' began to tweet a number of joke comments shortly after the Sydney protest got underway . Once the tweets began to get attention, a 'statement' was released that explained its account was misused and it then said other events around the country would be cancelled . The tweets were widely shared by people who opposed the rallies . However, organisers behind the Sydney protest were quick to disassociate themselves with the account. 'It's not us,' a spokesperson told Daily Mail Australia. 'Ours is @reclaim_aus.' Twitter users quickly began to poke fun at the group after doubts over the page emerged. 'Maybe before you you practice on something small like reclaiming your Twitter account. Work up to the big stuff slowly,' one said. Several were injured during the violent rally that saw hundreds of people protest for anti-racism . There was a strong police presence throughout the protest, which included riot police . Organisers behind the Sydney protest were quick to disassociate themselves with the account

Summary: Twitter account claimed to be linked with group behind anti-Islam protests . Originally believed Reclaim Australia gave control of feed to a supporter . However, 'Jeremy' began to tweet jokes as the protest in Sydney started . Thousands attend Reclaim Australia rallies across the country . Protesters clashed with anti-racist activists in Sydney and Melbourne .


For those in the throes of their first year of parenthood, one woman knows exactly how tired you feel. Illustrator Lucy Scott, from Edinburgh, had her first baby in 2012, and found that nothing could have prepared her for the roller coaster ride that ensued. She proceeded to capture every experience in a new book, Doodle Diary of a New Mom: An Illustrated Journey Through One Mommy's First Year, which chronicles this emotional, often fraught time in a new parent's life in a series of wry, honest illustrations. 'The Joy of Long Car Journeys': Lucy Scott's doodle book honestly chronicles the difficult realities of the first year of parenthood . 'Actual Torture': The book looks at tricky situations such as breastfeeding and not being able to reach your phone to keep yourself entertained . Edinburgh-born illustrator Lucy Scott created the book after she gave birth to her first child in 2012 . Scott created the book after looking back at her own experience of the entire first year of being a parent. The 'doodle diary' reassures all new parents that every hilarious, terrifying or disgusting occurrence is completely universal. The charming collection features 120 illustrations, capturing everything from a baby's first lunch out, to a spot-on depiction of the constant sleep deprivation experienced. The book's description explains that: 'Despite [Scott's] extensive pre-baby research, nothing prepared her for the momentous task of caring for this new little person.' One of Scott's hilarious doodles looks at the terrifying experience of having no choice but to breastfeed her baby in a public toilet . All of the doodles are captioned aptly and simply sum up the experience in a wry and relatable manner. One doodle describes the alarming experience of leaving the house and having to breastfeed in the only place available, which in this case, happens to be a grotty public toilet. Another doodle hilariously shows the mother giving her newborn a brand-new cuddly toy, only to have the baby violently eject it from their arms. One sequence of illustrations shows a mother attempting 'sleep training' by introducing a toy . The child reaches for the toy which encourages the mother, but once the mother gives it to him, he tosses it out of reach . One illustration shows a mother driving, with tears of panic streaming down her face. One hand is positioned on the steering wheel and another hand angles backwards, trying to comfort a wailing baby in a car seat. It is captioned: 'The Joy of Long Car Journeys.' 'Date Night': Another image depressingly shows a couple dressed to go out without their baby. However their exhaustion has led them to fall asleep on the sofa . Another image is simply captioned: 'Actual Torture'. The accompanying image shows a woman sat on a bed while she is breastfeeding, frustratingly attempting to reach her mobile phone to entertain herself. One hilarious doodle in the book simply shows the absolute exhaustion of parents in the first year after having their new baby. The image is captioned 'Date Night' and shows the pair dressed

Summary: Lucy Scott is an Edinburgh-born illustrator and mother-of-one . After having first child, Lois, in 2012, she decided to create honest book . Doodle Diary of a New Mom looks at chaotic, realistic aspects .


Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino is convinced there is more to come from striker Harry Kane after seeing him plunder his 30th goal of the season. Kane became the first Spurs player since Gary Lineker to reach the 30-mark with a late strike in his side's 3-1 Barclays Premier League victory at Newcastle on Sunday. However, Pochettino is convinced the 21-year-old England hitman can improve further as he continues to make his way in the game. Harry Kane calmly slots Tottenham's third goal in time added on after coming one-on-one with Krul . Kane celebrates putting the result beyond doubt as Spurs claim a 3-1 win over Newcastle . He said: 'He has big potential. He is young and this is his first full season in the first team. We need to push him to try to improve his level because he has the potential to improve. 'It's a fantastic achievement and I congratulate him. He deserves this moment because he has worked a lot. It's an historic thing. 'He's happy in the changing room and all his team-mates are happy, and I think all our supporters and the club are happy at his achievement.' If it was Kane who put the icing on the cake at St James' Park, it was Nacer Chadli and Christian Eriksen who paved the way for his late contribution as the visitors condemned Newcastle to a sixth successive league defeat. Chadli fired them in front on the half-hour and after Jack Colback had levelled 20 seconds after the restart, Eriksen scored with a free-kick which evaded all the yellow shirts in the middle and defeated keeper Tim Krul. Kane killed off any hopes of a second fightback when he rounded off a 91st-minute break to leave Pochettino delighted. Tottenham striker Kane at full stretch as he is chased down by Newcastle captain Fabricio Coloccini . Kane celebrates his goal against Newcastle as opposition goalkeeper Tim Krul looks on in despair . He said: 'We fully deserved the victory and the three points. I think our performance was better than Newcastle's and I am very pleased for our players. 'I am happy to recover this feeling after the last two games - that wasn't good and it's important to feel victory again.' It proved a difficult day for opposite number John Carver, whose side had to contend not only with Tottenham, but a boycott by some of their own fans. Kane is assessed early in the match after inadvertently being caught in the head by the arm of Vernon Anita . Carver insisted that had little impact - the official attendance at the 52,000-capacity stadium was 47,427 - but admitted the Magpies, who are currently seven points clear of the drop zone, are engaged in a survival fight. He said: 'Absolutely, we're in amongst it, there's no danger of that, because you have got sides - and I'll use Leicester as an example - who are winning games. We aren't. Jack Colback is in the right place at the right time to pounce on a loose ball in

Summary: Mauricio Pochettino believes Harry Kane still has so much more to give . Kane scored against Newcastle to take his season tally to the 30-mark . He becomes first Tottenham player since Gary Lineker to reach that tally . Pochettino is convinced 21-year-old England hitman can improve further .


Sian Harkin, 54, gave £30,000 to a builder using the school chequebook claiming the work was to be carried out at Llwyncelyn Primary School in Porth, when the work was actually carried out at her home . A headteacher who secretly tried to use a school chequebook to pay for thousands of pounds worth of work to be carried out at her family home has been jailed. Married mother-of-two Sian Harkin, 54, abused her position of authority by signing cheques totalling £30,000 to her builder claiming the work was to be carried out at Llwyncelyn Primary School in Porth, Wales. Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court heard that not only did she use the chequebook of Llwyncelyn Primary when she was headteacher there, but also continued to use it when she moved schools. Harkin claimed the money was to be used to build a rain shelter for waiting parents at Llwyncelyn but the proposed work, which never materialised, was never ratified by governors. Instead, work was carried out at her home in Pontypridd, which she shares with her bank manager husband Anthony and their two children. Rachel Knight, prosecuting, said Harkin skipped procedures and instead issued cheques, even forging the deputy head's name in order to cash one in person. She told the court: 'Despite being seconded to a second school she continued to write cheques from the previous school. 'She took it upon herself to dip into school funds when there was no work done at the school. 'She abused her position of trust. She had significant financial responsibility but defrauded the school and thereby the community.' Ms Knight told the court that cowboy builder Lee Slocombe had carried out £80,000 worth of work at Harkin's home in Pontypridd over an 18-month period from November 2012. Labelled a fraudster and a conman who swindled thousands from victims, Slocombe was jailed for 43 months earlier this year for fraud. In total, Harkin signed six cheques to Slocombe over a six-month period. In August 2013, she gave him a cheque for £6,720, which she claimed in the school books was for a gazebo at Llwyncelyn School, but the cheque bounced as there was no second signatory. She signed another one in September of the same year for £5,000, which was cashed at Cash Converters, in Aberdare, by one of Slocombe's employees. Since there was no second signatory on that one either, staff phoned the school and spoke to Harkin. 'She said the cheque was genuine and that it could be drawn,' said Ms Knight. 'She tried to fob school staff off when they asked her about it saying it was nothing to do with the school.' In total, Harkin (left) signed six cheques to cowboy builder Lee Slocombe (right) totalling £30,000. She 'dabbled' in school funds while headteacher of the primary, a position she had held for nine years . Ms Knight said the bank refused to honour the cheque leaving Cash Converters out of pocket, forcing them to pursue a civil claim. Local authority auditors spoke to Harkin in the autumn and she claimed

Summary: Sian Harkin used school chequebook to pay for £30,000 work on her home . Harkin, 54, married to bank manager, now jailed for fraud, theft and forgery . Judge said she carried out a 'persistent breach of trust' over six months . Lee Slocombe who carried out work at Harkin's home earlier jailed for fraud .


We have all been there. Wanting to get online but just out of wifi coverage. However in central China, Mother Nature recently appeared to lend a helping hand by giving locals what could be the world's largest 'Wi-Fi cloud'. A cloud formation resembling the Wi-Fi symbol appeared recently in the sky of Xiangtan city in Hunan Province, the People's Daily Online reports. God's router? A cloud formation resembling the Wi-Fi symbol appeared in central China last week . The global Wi-Fi symbol has one dot and three curved lines radiating from it . Shi Chao, a student at the Hunan University of Science and Technology, saw the cloud - which appeared to perfectly mimick the global symbol for wifi - on his way from to the library around 7pm last Friday. Later the Weibo account of Hunan University put out jokes using the photo with lines such as 'Technology University now has a giant Wifi Cloud. Have our students got online yet? I won't tell you the password XXXXXXXXXX!' Chinese internet users have since shared and commented on Shi's photo thousands of times on Chinese social media. Yi Qie posted: 'With a logo that big the coverage must be incredible!' GoodFate said the password must be 'moguiyun' (Mandarin for Devil's Cloud) while lanting_spring added 'That's God's router!' God's spaceship? A lenticular cloud in the shape of a UFO seen in the sky above Jilin province in 2012 . God's highway? The unusual astronomical phenomena appeared above Hainan province in 2013 . A cloud formation that drew similarities to an Aussie Digger wearing a slouch hat was spotted in Australia last week . Residents in Washington State and British Columbia however were left perplexed after witnessing strange hole-punch clouds in February. China has seen in the past UFO-shaped clouds in the most northern province, Jilin, and mysterious 'highway' clouds in southernmost province, Hainan.

Summary: Cloud appeared in central China's Hunan province last Friday . A university student snapped the moment on his way to the library . Picture has sparked tongue-in-cheek debate on Mother Nature's password .


BMW is recalling 91,800 Mini Coopers to fix a defect that may prevent the air bag on the front passenger side of the cars from deploying in a crash. The problem affects the 2005 to 2008 models of the Mini Cooper and Cooper S. BMW says the air bag may not work properly because of a error that might prevent the vehicles' mat detection system from sensing a passenger sitting in the front seat during a severe crash. BMW has announced that 2005 to 2008 models of the Mini Cooper and Cooper S will need to be recalled due to problems with the passenger detection system that could leave those in the car without an airbad . BMW told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that it has been notified of one minor injury linked to the defect. To repair the problem, BMW will replace the detection mats in the affected models for free. The recall of the mats, which are manufactured in Germany, will begin May 1. There are 59,270 Mini Cooper and Cooper S models made between 2005 and 2006 affected by the issue along with 32,530 convertibles made between 2005 and July 2008, according to Bloomberg. Only one person has been injured so far as a result of the passenger seat (right) defect. The problem is thought to affect ten per cent of the 2005 and 2006 regular and 2005 to 2008 convertible models being recalled . Vehicle owners can get further information at 1-888-327-4236 or http://www.safercar.gov. BMW estimates that ten per cent of the cars being recalled actually have the detection mat problem. According to Motortrend, the current recalls is not the first such major incident for Mini Coopers in recent years. More than 90,000 cars made from 2006 to 2011 were also recalled in 2012 because of circuit board problems that could start vehicle fires.

Summary: 2005 to 2008 models of Mini Cooper and Mini Cooper S face recall . Only one person injured so far because of error in passenger detection mat . BMW will offer free replacement mat for part manufactured in Germany . Ten per cent of models being recalled thought to be affected by problem .


This is the dramatic moment a brave village watchman fought off a wild leopard armed with only a stick in India. The incident took place in Olani village, four kilometres from Manpur, in central India and was recorded by terrified villagers from the relative safety of hut rooftops. To try and protect his fellow villagers, the fearless ward ran towards the leopard brandishing the weapon. The brave village watchman stands on guard with his stick as the leopard moves towards him . Watched on by a crowd of bystanders, the ward beats the leopard twice on the head as it tries to slash him with its claws . Even though the man sits defenceless on the dusty earth, he continues to fend off the leopard with his stick . After a few terrifying seconds, the leopard - inches away from the man's bare feet - eventually runs off . He managed to strike the big cat on the head twice before it retaliated, dumping the ward to the ground. Astonished bystanders could be heard screaming as the leopard stood at the feet of the seemingly doomed man. Despite being injured on the floor and unable to move, the courageous ward continued to fend off the leopard with his stick and after a few seconds the animal ran off. Mahendra Sharma, a school teacher, said: 'Even the armed forest officials seldom muster courage to fight a beast.' According to local media, the man did not suffer any serious injuries as a result of his death-defying encounter. In last year's Indian elections, rural communities blamed the government for placing them at risk of leopard attacks by failing to provide basic infrastructure such as electrical lighting and street lighting. The dramatic incident recorded by a terrified onlooker took place in Olani village, in central India .

Summary: Village watchman fought off a wild leopard armed with only a stick in India . Managed to strike the big cat on the head before it dumped him to the floor . Bystanders could be heard screaming as it stood at the feet of the man . Managed to fend off the leopard with his stick while still on the ground .


Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp does not expect any particular reaction from his players or the fans to his announcement that he will be leaving the club in the summer. Klopp revealed on Wednesday that he will not be fulfilling the remainder of his contract, which was due to expire in 2018. Instead, he will be terminating his agreement with the Westphalians in the summer to seek a new challenge, but he has vowed to win as many games as he can before bringing his seven-year reign to an end. Jurgen Klopp (centre) speaks to Mats Hummels (left) during Borussia Dortmund's Thursday training session . The Borussia Dortmund coach leads the team's training session as they prepare for a German league match against Paderborn this weekend . And he expects the players to do the same, insisting they will be fully focused for Saturday's Bundesliga clash with Paderborn. 'We can draw strength from this story together,' Klopp said at Thursday's press conference. 'We've always been able to find reasons to do something quite special.' Klopp relayed the reactions of the players to his decision to the assembled press, saying: 'Nobody applauded me - so I guess that's a good thing. You need a moment to deal with such information, which is why I didn't really assess much of what happened in training (on Wednesday), but that's over now. Klopp announced his departure from Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday after seven years . Klopp said he believed Dortmund needed a change of manager, but has urged his team to keep smiling . 'I want to see the players smiling, even if then somebody might write that the players are glad Klopp's leaving.' The fans will have had a few days to digest the news too, by the time Dortmund run out at the Westfalenstadion on Saturday, and Klopp expects the atmosphere to be no different to usual. 'If somebody feels they need to give me or my coaching team three cheers, then they would be wrong,' he added. Klopp has already been linked with a number of leading clubs around Europe . Klopp won the Bundesliga title twice during his seven years as Dortmund manager . 'I don't expect it and I don't need it. The important thing is that they get behind the team for 90 minutes.' Earlier on Thursday, Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger refused to add to the speculation over whether Klopp's next assignment will be in the Barclays Premier League. Klopp insisted on Wednesday that he had had no contact with any clubs, but stressed he did not plan to take an extended time-out from the game. The German has been installed as favourite to replace the under-fire Manuel Pellegrini at Manchester City, but Wenger was keen not to add fuel to the fire when quizzed on the matter. 'I'm not an agency to place managers and I like every manager and respect everybody, but I find that circus a bit ridiculous,' the Frenchman said. On whether Klopp would suit Arsenal, Wenger said: 'I already answered this question.' Wenger does not

Summary: Jurgen Klopp announced that he will leave the club in the summer . Klopp has encouraged the players to 'keep smiling' ahead of his departure . Borussia Dortmund have struggled this season and are 10th in Bundesliga .


A man arrested by police investigating the disappearance and suspected murder of chef Claudia Lawrence has been released from bail. Pub landlord Paul Harris was arrested last July on suspicion of perverting the course of justice. North Yorkshire Police said the 47-year-old man had been released from his bail conditions after he provided information to detectives which has progressed the investigation. Missing chef: Claudia Lawrence (left) was 35 when she disappeared in North Yorkshire in March 2009. Pub landlord Paul Harris (right) was arrested last July on suspicion of perverting the course of justice . Miss Lawrence, who was 35 when she disappeared, was last seen on March 18, 2009. She was reported missing by her father after concerns were raised when she failed to turn up for her 6am shift at the University of York. Detectives began reviewing the case in 2013 and have since carried out a number of searches, including a detailed re-examination of Miss Lawrence's home, in the Heworth area of York, and a fingertip search of an alleyway that leads to the rear of the house. A man, in his 50s and from the York area, was arrested last month on suspicion of the chef's murder. He was later released on bail. A 60-year-old man was arrested last year in connection with her disappearance and suspected murder but was later released without charge. Father and daughter: Miss Lawrence (right) was reported missing by her father Peter (left) after concerns were raised when she failed to turn up for her 6am shift at the University of York . Probe: Detectives have carried out a number of searches, including a detailed re-examination of Miss Lawrence's home, in Heworth, York, and a fingertip search of an alleyway that leads to the rear of the house . Detective Superintendent Dai Malyn, the senior investigating officer, said: ‘Our investigation into the disappearance and suspected murder of Claudia Lawrence continues to focus on key lines of inquiry that the ongoing review is identifying. ‘People should also be reminded that any arrest we make must be based on evidence, be that from witnesses, forensic examinations and/or on the basis of other information we gather. ‘I am convinced the breakthrough in the investigation will be from this relentless pursuit for the truth.' A North Yorkshire Police spokesman said the decision to release the 47-year-old man from his bail conditions had been made following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service. The spokesman said information provided by him had clarified certain issues. Anyone with information that could assist the probe is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org . 2009 . March 18 . 5.57am - Miss Lawrence is captured on CCTV arriving for work at the University of York's Goodricke College . 2.31pm - The chef leaves work to walk the three miles to her home on Heworth Road. A female colleague sees her as she drives past in her car and gives her a lift, dropping her off outside her house . 3.05pm - The last

Summary: 47-year-old arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice . Released from bail conditions almost a year after his arrest last July . Police say he provided details which have progressed investigation . Miss Lawrence was reported missing by her father in York in 2009 .


TV celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz has defended himself after ten top doctors sent a letter to Columbia University urging the school to remove him from his faculty position because he is a 'charlatan' who promotes 'quack treatments'. Dr Oz, 54, is the vice chairman and professor of surgery at Columbia's College of Physicians and Surgeons. The Harvard-educated doctor joined the faculty at Columbia in 1993. The doctors sent the letter to Lee Goldman, the dean of Columbia's Faculties of Health Sciences and Medicine. Scroll down for video . Ten top doctors sent a letter to Columbia University urging the school to remove TV celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz from his faculty position because he is a 'charlatan' who promotes 'quack treatments' ‘I bring the public information that will help them on their path to be their best selves,’ Oz said in a statement released through a representative of The Dr. Oz Show, according to USA Today. Columbia's Medical and Health Sciences Center . He continued: ‘We provide multiple points of view, including mine, which is offered without conflict of interest. That doesn't sit well with certain agendas which distort the facts.’ Dr Henry Miller of California's Stanford University led the effort and he was the first person to sign the letter, the New York Daily News reported. Miller said: 'He's a quack and a fake and a charlatan. 'I think I know the motivation at Columbia. 'They're star-struck, and like having on their faculty the best-known doctor in the country. 'But the fact is that his advice endangers patients, and this doesn't seem to faze them.' He told CBS News that ‘a person who endangers patients and is a menace to public health should not be on the faculty of a prestigious medical institution’. The nine other doctors from across the country included Dr Joel Tepper, a cancer researcher from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine, and Dr Gilbert Ross of the American Council on Science and Health in New York City. The physicians accused Dr Oz of pushing 'miracle' weight-loss supplements with no scientific proof that they work. The doctors wrote that Oz, for years a world-class Columbia cardiothoracic surgeon, has 'misled and endangered' the public. From left to right, Dr Phil McGraw, financial advisor Suze Orman, host Oprah Winfrey, Dr Mehmet Oz and interior designer Nate Berkus participate in The Oprah Winfrey Show live from Radio City Music Hall in 2010 . The letter read: 'He has manifested an egregious lack of integrity by promoting quack treatments and cures in the interest of personal financial gain. 'Thus, Dr Oz is guilty of either outrageous conflicts of interest or flawed judgments about what constitutes appropriate medical treatments, or both. The New York Ivy League school responded Thursday, issuing a statement to The Associated Press saying only that the school 'is committed to the principle of academic freedom and to upholding faculty members' freedom of expression for statements they make in public discussion.' Dr Oz first came to public attention as a frequent television guest of Oprah Winfrey. For the past

Summary: Dr Mehmet Oz is vice chairman at Columbia's College of Physicians and Surgeons and is a professor of surgery . He said in a statement that his show provides 'multiple points of view', including his, 'which is offered without conflict of interest' Comes after ten top doctors sent letter to school urging for Oz's dismissal . Said there's no scientific proof his 'miracle' weight-loss supplements work . Columbia said it 'is committed to the principle of academic freedom' University has not removed TV celebrity doctor from his faculty position .


An Ohio couple have been found dead in an apparent murder-suicide in their stateroom aboard a Holland America cruise ship docked in Puerto Rico. The unidentified man and woman were in their 50s and from Cleveland, police Sgt. Ricardo Cruz told The Associated Press. Cruz said blood was found in the cabin aboard the MS Ryndam, but it was unclear how the couple died. A team of FBI investigators boarded the MS Ryndam after a Cleveland couple were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide as the ship docked in San Juan, Puerto Rico . The bodies were taken off the ship Thursday night by a team of FBI crime scene investigators. Authorities will not say how the couple died . The cruise is expected to get back underway on Friday as it heads to the Virgin Islands . 'We don't know yet whether an object was used or what the motive was,' he said. He said the ship's cleaning crew found the bodies when they checked on the couple after not seeing them for a while. The FBI has taken over the investigation. It was unclear exactly when the couple died. The ship departed Tampa, Florida, on Sunday for a two-week cruise in the southern Caribbean. It stopped in Key West on Monday and then spent two days at sea before docking in historic Old San Juan on Thursday, Holland America spokesman Erik Elvejord said. Passengers say they had no idea of what had happened - only that they had to wait a long time to disembark from the ship . Passengers were horrified when they learned what had happened in a stateroom aboard the ship . 'We are terribly saddened by this tragic event,' the company said in a statement. Cruise ship passengers said they were not aware of what had happened. 'This is a shock to me,' said Mark Moore of Watertown, New York, who was traveling with his wife. He said the crew had roped off part of the ship and hung a sheet in the hallway as passengers disembarked around noon. Other baffled passengers said they were never told what happened aboard the ship - only that there was a big holdup as they tried to disembark when the ship docked at San Jaun, according to WAPA-TV. Then, a large team of FBI crime scene technicians arrived, along with local police and other FBI agents. The Ryndam was scheduled to depart Puerto Rico late Thursday and arrive in St. Thomas on Friday.

Summary: The couple are in their 50s and from Cleveland, Ohio . Ship with 1,500 passengers aboard left Tampa, Florida, for a two-week Caribbean cruise on Sunday . The bodies were discovered Thursday when crew members checked on the couple in their stateroom .


This felt a heavy blow for Derby County. Looking on course for a first victory in seven Championship games against the 10 men of Watford, they conceded an equaliser to Odion Ighalo that further undermines their promotion ambitions. Adlene Guedioura seized on hesitant defending by Craig Forsyth with 15 minutes to go to slip a weighted pass to his Watford team-mate, who poked the ball past Lee Grant to snatch an unlikely point. There was a seismic rally from the hosts, who ended the game camped in Watford’s box, never mind half. The final act was Heurelho Gomes producing a fingertip save from Richard Keogh’s header. Odion Ighalo celebrates after scoring Watford's equaliser to secure them a point at the iPro Stadium . Ighalo is joined by team-mate and captain Troy Deeney (right) after making the score 2-2 on Friday night . Darren Bent celebrates his goal from the penalty spot with Derby's mascot at the iPro Stadium . Derby County: Grant 6.5; Christie 4 (Lingard 46’ 6), Keogh 6.5, Shotton 6, Forsyth 5; Thorne 5 (Hendrick 29’ 6), Hughes 6.5, Bryson 6 (Martin 76’ 5); Ince 7.5, Russell 7, Bent 6.5 . Subs not used: Roos (GK), Ward, Albentosa, Warnock . Booked: Bryson 56 . Goals: Bent 45+1, Ince 57 . Manager - Steve McClaren: 6.5 . Watford: Gomes 7; Motta 3, Cathcart 6.5, Angella 6, Hoban 6; Layun 6 (Anya 64’ 5), Watson 6.5, Guedioura 6.5; Ighalo 7 (Connolly 77’ 5); Deeney 6, Vydra 7 (Tozser 46’ 6) Subs not used: Bond (GK), Munari, Doyley, Pudil . Booked: Watson 7 . Sent off: Motta 44 . Goal: Vydra 23 . Manager - Slavisa Jokanovic: 7 . Referee - Kevin Friend 6.5 . Man of the Match: Tom Ince . Attendance: 31,748 . Gomes had earlier saved with his legs from Darren Bent. There was a goalline clearance. Chris Martin arrived for his first minutes in nearly two months. But it is only a point for Steve McClaren’s side. Enough to lift them back into the play-off places having fallen out earlier on Good Friday following positive results for those around them. Only on goal difference however. Having played a man up for the entire second half, this was a big opportunity missed. It had seemed Tom Ince, fresh from pulling out of England’s Under-21 side to concentrate on reigniting his stuttering career, had produced a goal of splendour that would do much the same for Derby’s season. Ince picked up the ball in the 57th minute, danced round two Watford defenders and bent a finish into the far corner. At that stage Derby were set for a first victory since February 24. But Slavisa Jokanovic adjusted his team cleverly and Watford found a way through. Derby had begun the match as if the international break had been spent on a leash now removed. A fortnight to stew on poor form and a loosening grip on promotion ambition, here was an chance to illustrate there is life in the old dog yet. Tom Ince watches on as his strike flies into

Summary: Matej Vydra opened the scoring with his fifth goal in seven matches . Watford could not hold on after Marco Motta gave away a penalty . He was shown a straight red card and Darren Bent scored the spot kick . In the second half, Tom Ince scored to complete Derby's comeback . Watford weren't finished though, and Odion Ighalo levelled at 2-2 .


The furious backlash against the UK’s top prosecutor intensified last night over her decision to spare Lord Janner from the dock. The position of Director of Public Prosecutions Alison Saunders looked increasingly fragile as she faced growing calls to stand down. Campaigners, police chiefs and MPs accused her of ignoring the rights of victims and failing to clear the stench of an Establishment cover-up that lingers over the case. And even her one of her predecessors said the horrific allegations should have been resolved in the ‘full public glare of a courtroom’ rather than her London office. Scroll down for video . Campaigners, police and MPs have accused Alison Saunders, the director of Public Prosecutions, of ignoring the rights of victims and failing to clear speculation of a cover-up over her decision to spare Lord Janner . Mrs Saunders fought back saying it is her job as the head of the Crown Prosecution Service to make ‘very difficult decisions’ which are not necessarily popular. But the row showed no sign of abating as further details of the claims levelled against the 86-year-old Labour life Peer were made public. The decision not to charge Lord Janner last week despite evidence of 22 offences against nine victims was justified because Mrs Saunders said experts agreed that the former Leicester West MP was in such poor health due to advanced Alzheimer’s Disease. But she also ruled that he should have been charged three times before in 1991, 2002 and 2007 but was left off the hook. The top QC blamed police and prosecutors and launched in independent review, but her comments stoked fears that Lord Janner is the beneficiary of a wholesale cover-up. Yesterday, calls were growing for a judicial review of her decision, something which Leicestershire Police has said it is already considering. Simon Danczuk, the Labour MP who exposed Cyril Smith, said the weight of criticism against Mrs Saunders suggested something has ‘clearly gone very badly wrong’. Ms Saunders ruled not to charge Lord Janner (pictured) despite evidence of 22 offences because of his poor health due to Alzheimer’s Disease . He said: ‘Mrs Saunders is now seen as a roadblock to justice and it’s hard to see how her position remains tenable.’ Criticism of Mrs Saunders began with comments from the Home Secretary, who has already been lobbied by senior police chiefs, when she said is ‘very concerned’. Theresa May said: ‘I have been very clear in everything I have said so far about the child sex abuse issue – I expect to see justice done.’ She was joined by former Director of Public Prosecutions Lord Macdonald who said a ‘trial of the facts’ should have been considered. This would have enabled a jury to decide the facts without apportioning guilt and without a sentence being passed – offering a chance for victims to be heard. Lord Macdonald said: ‘It might have been wiser for the CPS to say ‘we’re going to have this matter resolved in the full public glare of a courtroom rather than simply by the DPP.’ Further questions

Summary: Alison Saunders, director of Public Prosecutions, facing furious backlash . Criticism over her decision to spare former MP Lord Janner from the dock . Janner not charged despite 22 allegations of offences against nine victims . Campaigners, police and MPs have accused her of ignoring victims' rights .


An 11-year-old hearing-impaired boy from Oklahoma has his younger sister to thank for saving his life after a pack of vicious rottweilers mauled him over the weekend. Elijah McKenna suffered two wide, bloody gashes on his back of his head and numerous deep bite marks all over his face and body after his neighbor's three dogs attacked him near his grandmother’s home in Moore, Oklahoma, Saturday. But the child's family say if it were not for Elijah's fearless 9-year-old sister, Alyssa, the special-needs boy most likely would have been dead. WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT . Scroll down for video . Heroic: Alyssa McKenna, 9 (right), saved her 11-year-old brother, Elijah (left) from a pack of vicious dogs . Horrific injuries: The child, who is hearing-impaired, suffered deep cuts to his head (left) that required 40 staples (left) and injuries to his face (left) Mauled: The young boy was left with numerous deep bite marks all over his body . Vicious: This is one off the rottweilers believed to have attacked Elijah McKenna Saturday. As of Monday, they were still seen in a neighbor's yard . Alyssa says she went outside to check on her sibling, who is deaf, when she heard his screams and spotted a trio of large rottweilers biting the child in the brush by a dirt road. Setting aside concerns for her own safety, Alyssa ran over and scared off the hounds so she could tend to Elijah. The wounded boy could stand up or walk on his own, so his little sister picked him up and carried him home. ‘I was terrified, but I saved his life,’ Alyssa told News Channel 4. When Elijah was brought to a nearby hospital for treatment, he immediately went into surgery. The injured child, who turned 11 Tuesday, was later released home with 40 staples on his head. He is now learning to walk again. Justice: Rhianna Bravenec (right), Alyssa and Elijah's mother, said she wants all three dogs euthanized . Strong: The 9-year-old girl picked up her big brother and carried him home because he was unable to walk on his own after the attack . In recovery: Elijah, who celebrated his 11th birthday Tuesday, is now learning how to walk again . On Monday, the animals that attacked Elijah were still seen roaming around the neighbor's yard. Dog owner Martin Tidwell said that what happened to the 9-year-old was terrible. Rhianna Bravenec, Alyssa and Elijah's mother, said she wants all three dogs euthanized. The woman has another young daughter and a fourth child on the way. Tidwell said he has to wait until the end of a mandatory 10-day quarantine to put his pets down. Under state law, Tidwell is not required to euthanize his animals, but the man said he feels morally obligated to do so. Elijah's family have set up a GoFundMe account hoping to raise $5,000 to help with his mounting medical bills.

Summary: Elijah McKenna, 11, was mauled by neighbor's three rottweilers in Oklahoma Saturday . His 9-year-old sister, Alyssa, came to his rescue by scaring off the dogs and carrying injured boy home . Elijah sustained deep cuts to his head and countless bite marks all over his face and body .


John Howard, 66, bled the Overseas Press and Media Association dry over two years - leaving the company facing bankruptcy . The treasurer of a voluntary organisation drained £90,000 from the group's account - spending thousands on restaurant meals and trips to France. John Howard, 66, from Canterbury, Kent, had been a member of the Overseas Press and Media Association for 30 years but began stealing funds two years ago, leaving the company facing bankruptcy. The father-of-three had sole access to the non-profit organisation's account and enjoyed dining alone on several £300 meals a month and also spent money on flowers, a court heard. His fraud was only uncovered after the association had problems paying its creditors and Howard started to dodge emails and phone calls. He was jailed for two and a half years and mouthed 'I'm sorry' to a former colleague as he left the dock at Canterbury Crown Court. Prosecutor Tony Prosser said Howard secretly sacked auditors and then presented the association with fake accounts each month. Between 2011 to 2013 he freely dipped into the money and lavished cash on himself and his family. When his crime came to light just £180 was left in the association's savings account when it should have been nearly £80,000. Howard rang a fellow member from a pay phone admitting the fraud and offering to repay £20,000. Mr Prosser said police found he had blown thousands on meals, groceries, flowers, expenditure in France, hotels and even sending money to his wife. Howard, who admitted fraud by breach of trust, claimed he only took £67,000 and had now put his home up for sale in a bid to repay some of the money. Dominic Webber, defending, said Howard got into debt and used the money to pay bills and was 'extremely sorry for what he has done.' Matt Findel-Hawkins, a former OPMA president, said: 'It wasn't like he was paying off debts to some evil Shylock figure. This was blatant, categorical deceit over time. His fraud was only uncovered after OPMA had problems paying its creditors and Howard started to dodge emails and phone calls. The non-profit trade association services the international advertising community . 'At the same time he would sit there in meetings, smiling at us.' Mr Findel-Hawkins, sales director for Nikkei Europe, said Howard had been a member of the non-profit organisation for 30 years. He said: 'We'd have meetings and all go to lunch. He was a steady guy with a nice sense of humour. 'That's why he was our treasurer. We've been trying to work out what went wrong. If I ever spoke to him again, I'd just want to know why he did it.' Sentencing, Judge Simon James told Howard his victim was a not-for-profit organisation which had been operating for more than 80 years. 'Under your three-year tenure as treasurer - in which you seemed to treat its bank account as your own - they were left close to bankruptcy and perilously close to folding,' he said. 'Your good name has now been well and truly

Summary: John Howard, 66, took cash from Overseas Press and Media Association . He had been a member for 30 years but left company facing bankruptcy . Father-of-three enjoyed monthly £300 meals and sent money to his wife . Howard was jailed for two and a half years at Canterbury Crown Court .


Jose Mourinho relishes the pre-match press conference. For the Chelsea manager, it's where the game begins, especially ahead of a match like Sunday's at Arsenal, where his side could move three points away from securing the Premier League with a victory. It was a surprise, therefore, to see him stumped at a question posed to him at the end of his media conference on Friday. Rarely, if ever, does the Portuguese coach not know what to say. But after going to great lengths to insist there are 'no problems' with Arsene Wenger after the pair clashed on the sidelines at Stamford Bridge last season, Mourinho was stumped by the question that followed. Jose Mourinho was visibly surprised by a question he was asked at his Chelsea press conference . He was asked how hard Arsene Wenger pushed him, referring both to the title race and their clash last year . Mourinho praised the 'top question' before composing himself and giving an equally ambiguous answer . Wenger (left) pushed Mourinho when Chelsea beat Arsenal 6-0 at Stamford Bridge last season . Sport analysts BSports are predicting a tight match, with Arsenal slight favourites to beat Chelsea . 'Jose, you said you've been pushed very hard this season, how hard did Arsene Wenger push you?' Mourinho burst into laughter, covered his mouth in shock before turning to Chelsea's media officer, swearing and saying 'it deserves a proper answer.' He eventually regained composure, before marvellously disguising his opinion in a deliberately transparent manner. 'It is a top question, top question... but because I am always honest in my answers, I cannot answer you,' Mourinho replied, cunningly.

Summary: Jose Mourinho was speaking ahead of Chelsea's visit to Arsenal . He made an effort to play down talk of not respecting Arsene Wenger . But Mourinho was stunned by a cleverly worded question regarding his clashes with Wenger and Chelsea's title bid . Mourinho: Cesc Fabregas chose Chelsea over Arsenal to win trophies . CLICK HERE for Arsenal vs Chelsea team news and probable line ups .


David Cameron is narrowly winning the battle for floating voters, according to a major poll out today. The ComRes survey of 4,000 undecided voters found a slim majority have been more impressed with the performance of the Prime Minister than that of Ed Miliband during the Election campaign. A separate poll of marginal seats by the former Tory treasurer Lord Ashcroft suggests that Ukip’s vote is being squeezed in key constituencies as election day approaches. A ComRes survey of 4,000 undecided voters across the UK found a slim majority have been more impressed with the performance of Prime Minister David Cameron than that of Ed Miliband during the Election campaign . It also suggests Education Secretary Nicky Morgan is set to hold her marginal seat in Loughborough. Today’s ComRes survey, for ITV’s Good Morning Britain show, found that 37 per cent of floating voters have been impressed with Mr Cameron’s performance on the campaign trail so far, compared with 31 per cent who think Mr Miliband has done well. Nigel Farage was just behind on 30 per cent. Meanwhile, SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon, has impressed 21 per cent of voters on the back of her strong performance in last week’s televised leaders’ debate. Ms Sturgeon appears to have been biting her nails . Is the pressure starting to tell on Nicola Sturgeon? From the look of her hands as she met her party’s candidates in Aberdeen yesterday, it looks like the 44-year-old SNP leader has been struck by a bout of behind-the-scenes finger-chewing. Mr Cameron also suffered less badly from negative appraisals. While 49 per cent said they were ‘unimpressed’ with the Prime Minister’s performance, 54 per cent said the same of Mr Miliband. But the poll also shows that politicians have yet to shift many of the undecided voters whose support is likely to be critical in next month’s election. Just 12 per cent of the group said they had made up their minds since they were last polled in March. Another 48 per cent said they had a ‘good idea’ who they would back, while 16 per cent said they were ‘starting to lean towards a certain party’. Almost a quarter (24 per cent) said they were ‘completely undecided who to vote for’. Floating voters identified the NHS as the most important issue, followed by immigration, the cost of living and the economy. Meanwhile, Lord Ashcroft’s survey of Labour-Tory marginals suggests Mr Cameron still has a lot of work to do just to hold on to the seats he won in 2010. Of ten Tory-held marginal constituencies, Labour is ahead in four seats, with the parties tied in another. Mr Cameron also suffered less badly from negative appraisals, with 49 per cent of undecided voters saying they were ‘unimpressed’ with his performance and 54 per cent saying the same of Mr Miliband (pictured) Lord Ashcroft said the study showed Ukip’s vote was being squeezed since the same seats were polled last year. ‘The Ukip share had fallen significantly – by up to 10 points – in nine of the ten

Summary: Survey of 4,000 undecided voters found slim majority favour Prime Minister . 37% of floating voters impressed with Cameron while 31% with Miliband . Separate poll suggests Ukip’s vote is being squeezed in key constituencies .


They are caught between their bodies and their church - but have managed to walk a line between the two. These three Mormons, all from Utah, have realized that they are transgender - a designation not officially recognized by the Church of Latter Day Saints. Indeed, church doctrine states that anybody who takes their transgender identity to the extent of gender reassignment surgery cannot be baptized - and could face discipline from church elders if they are already a member of the religion. However, in the case of Annabel Jensen, Grayson Moore and Sara Jade Woodhouse, they have found a way to exist within the Mormon universe - often with the help of local Mormon leaders. Scroll down for video . Struggles: Grayson Moore, left with his mother, and Annabel Jensen, right, have both transitioned gender. Grayson used to be Grace and Annabel was once Christopher . Changed: Sara Jade Woodhouse, above, changed gender much later in life. As a man, she had married and fathered a child . As an extensive profile of the three in the Salt Lake Tribune newspaper reveals, the three have managed stay devout members of the church while navigating the difficulties of their gender identity. According to the Tribune, around 30 transgender Mormons meet every week in a support group, and have started to get the attention of senior church members. Grayson Moore, 22, is a math student at the University of Utah, and first came to terms with being transgender in junior high. Until then, he had been known as Grace, but made the decision to throw out his girls' clothes, swap his name to Grayson and start living as a male. Therapy: Moore, pictured above at home in Syracuse, Utah, started taking testosterone hormones several years after switching to wearing boys' clothes . Several years later he began testosterone therapy, which has made his body more masculine. He attends an all-male congregation, but is officially still listed as female by the church. He told the Tribune that after being told about gender identity disorder by his mother, he prayed to God asking 'Am I your son?' and felt the answer was 'yes'. While he understood the change would be hard, he said 'there was a bigger risk in not transitioning.' Accepted: Jensen told how she was welcomed when telling a Mormon bishop of her transgender identity . 'Living that lie was killing me.' Annabel Jensen, who was born Christopher, got as far as being ordained as a Mormon elder and was lined up to go on a two-year mission before she confronted her identity as a woman. She came out to her family, who told her she couldn't wear women's clothes and insisted on using her old name. Jensen, who is estranged from her parents and siblings, now lives alone and has started taking hormones to be more female. She said: 'One of my brothers sent me a text calling me a monster. I miss my family, but I don't want to visit. It's become too painful.' However, she has found solace in the

Summary: Grayson Moore, Annabel Jensen and Sara Woodhouse are transgender . Moore, formerly Grace, realized in high school and takes testosterone . Jensen, who was born Christopher, also takes hormone treatments . Mormon church will not baptize anybody who has sex change procedures . Woodhouse transitioned later in life - he was married with a daughter . The three have found varying degrees of acceptance into Mormon life .