Masks were donned, capes were tied and tights were squeezed into as thousands of comic book fans around the world dressed up in unison in an attempt to break a world record. Warner Bros and DC Entertainment attempted to set a world record for the largest gatherings of people dressed as DC Comics Superheroes within 24 hours. The April 18 event kicked off in Queensland, Australia, with a celebration at the Movie World Australia theme park and ended in Los Angeles, California, at the Hollywood & Highland Center. Scroll down for video . Warner Bros and DC Entertainment attempted to set a world record for most people dressed as superheroes . Comic book fans around the world dressed up in unison in an attempt to break the record on April 18, 2015 . The event kicked off in Queensland, Australia, with a celebration at the Movie World Australia theme park . It ended in style in Los Angeles, California, at the Hollywood & Highland Center. The record was probably set . Venues in 15 cities in the US, UK, France, Spain, Mexico, Italy, Brazil, Taiwan and the Philippines all participated . Venues in 15 cities, including Los Angeles and Queensland, participated in the event. The other 13 locations were: Birmingham, UK, Cardiff, UK, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Lille, France, London, UK, Lyon, France, Madrid, Spain, Manila, Philippines, Mexico City, Mexico, Paris, France, Rome, Italy, Sao Paulo, Brazil and Warrington, UK. Fans around the globe dressed as classic DC characters like Wonder Woman, Superman, Batman, Robin, Batgirl, Supergirl, Aquaman, Cyborg, The Flash, Green Arrow, and Green Lantern during the attempt - and a few people even dressed up their pets. Fans happily dressed up as classic DC characters like Wonder Woman, Superman, Batman and the Flash . Some fans even dressed up their pets as DC Comics characters. Marvel heroes like Spider Man weren't allowed . To be counted, fans had to gather in the assigned area at each local event and stay there for a full five minutes . The largest gathering of people dressed as Superman was 867, according to Guinness. The record was set at the Kendal Calling Festival in Lowther Deer Park, Cumbria, UK, on July 27, 2013. Impressive as that was, it was not the largest gathering of people ever dressed as a superhero. That record was set by 1,580 participants in an event organized by Paramount Studios to promote the Dreamworks movie Megamind in Los Angeles, California, USA on October 2, 2010. Given the global scale of Saturday's event, it seems likely the Megamind record was broken. Some people dressed as Robin, Batgirl, Supergirl, Aquaman, Cyborg, The Flash, Green Arrow or Green Lantern . DC invited 'fans of all ages to come out for this exciting family event and don their capes, cowls and masks' When the event was announced, Warner Bros Consumer Products president Brad Globe said: 'Warner Bros Consumer Products is thrilled to team up with partners around the world to set the world record for the most people dressed as DC Comics Superheroes. 'We invite fans

Summary: Warner Bros and DC Comics wanted to set world record for the largest gatherings of people dressed as DC Comics Superheroes within 24 hours . The event kicked off on April 18 in Queensland, Australia, at Movie World . US, UK, France, Brazil, Italy, Spain, Taiwan, Mexico, Philippines also hosted . The old world record set in 2010 at 1,580 so seems likely it was shattered .


Anything To Declare . by John Frost . (Constable £8.99) Stopped by Customs officers, Oscar Wilde notoriously said he had nothing to declare but his genius. Other passengers, as Jon Frost hilariously recounts, try to sneak through the red and green channels considerably more heavily laden. John Frost says he ‘wouldn’t trust a nun with a crutch’ (stock image) During his long career as a Customs specialist at London airports, Frost has had ‘to politely listen to people lying through their teeth at you’ as they attempt to smuggle in snakes, bush meat (zebra, lion, gorilla), combs that double as flick-knives, a monkey sewn into the lining of a coat, another monkey ‘disguised as a hairy child’, corpses ‘propped up in a wheelchair wearing wonky sunglasses’ and a box of dry ice containing a man’s buttock, apparently sliced off by a Samurai sword. Hospitals were put on the alert to look out for ‘anyone who had trouble sitting down’. As they riffle through travellers’ bags, Frost and his team frequently detect drugs: socks impregnated with heroin, cannabis resin in shoes, soup cans or barrels of bitumen. Drugs are often hidden in hollowed-out disposable lighters, AA batteries that unscrew to reveal a stash inside and shaving cream aerosols cleverly made to still squirt real foam out of the top. Once, Frost found a pack of 12 brightly coloured lipsticks, ‘where every lipstick was actually moulded from cocaine paste. Very clever’. The cardboard lining of suitcases or sports bags, originating in Amsterdam, often contained 20 compressed sheets of LSD tabs, worth £10,000 on the street. To deter the Customs inspections, smugglers sometimes litter their luggage with hypodermic needles or razor blades. What Frost looks out for are people whose passports show frequent trips being made to drug-source countries. Flights paid for in bundles of cash can be suspicious. Also don’t stroll around too flashily dressed: ‘It is better to look scruffily right than too smartly wrong,’ he says. It’s amazing how many drug-dealers try to behave like drug-dealers in a film. By and large, the Customs officers would sooner ‘nab some nob on a private plane who thinks it allows him to sneak in a suitcase of cocaine than some kid from the Netherlands with a spliff in his sock’ — though don’t let that make you feel over-confident. One of the hallmarks of a tip-top inspector is that he ‘wouldn’t trust a nun with a crutch’ — and no wonder. They are always confronting nuns smuggling in gin disguised as litre bottles of Holy water — ‘Another miracle!’ The worst part of the job, however, is the strip-search. ‘Every single hiding place and hole in the human body has, at one time, been used by smugglers.’ Frost has to snap on his Marigolds and wait for the ‘swallowers’ and ‘stuffers’ to void condoms filled with drugs into the lavatory pan. ‘It becomes a waiting game,’ he says, philosophically. Yet such criminals are easy to spot. ‘You try walking normally with half-a-kilo of drugs up your jacksy.’ There’s me thinking everyone arriving from South

Summary: John Frost hilariously recounts stories from his career at London airports . Frost and his team frequently detect drugs hidden in bizarre ways . He has even had to deal with a monkey ‘disguised as a hairy child’


Julieane Jablonski, 38, was charged with providing marijuana to a minor and witness tampering . A Colorado mother has been arrested for allegedly giving her teenage son a pot brownie that caused him to jump out of a third-story glass window 'without hesitation.' In a bizarre twist, the alleged victim in the case, 19-year-old Austin Essig, took to the Fort Collins police department's Facebook page to describe the strange 'trip' he experienced after eating the brownie. His mother Julieane Jablonski, 38, was booked on suspicion of providing marijuana to a minor and felony tampering with a witness, the Fort Collins Police Department said on Wednesday. Detectives allege that Jablonski told the teen after he was hospitalized for the fall on April 14 'he needed to recant his statement to the police and lie about where the marijuana came from,' according to an arrest report obtained by the Coloradoan newspaper. After the incident, a Facebook user that appears to be Essig commented on the Fort Collins police post about the incident. 'It was quite the trip for a brownie, I can tell you that much,' he wrote on Tuesday. He added: 'I can say I followed dosage instructions (only ate one, as opposed to my mid - incident statement), but can't honestly comment on how I got ahold of it. 'I can also say that my reaction to the marijuana was far from normal, and that this isn't common at all. Currently researching the subject further.' Austin Essig, 19, jumped out of the third-floor window from this apartment complex earlier this month 'without hesitation' after eating a marijuana-laced brownie . 'It was quite a trip': The alleged victim in the case, Essig, commented on the police report about his own injury . The next day, detectives arrested his mother. Marijuana is legal to buy and consume recreationally in Colorado - but only for people over age 21. Buying marijuana for a teenager offers similar penalties to providing alcohol for minors in other states. Essig suffered non-life-threatening injuries when he jumped out of the third-story window - through the glass and all. Witnesses say he began acting strangely after consuming the pot brownie and then suddenly jump 'without hesitation.' Police confiscated what was left of the edible to test it for THC levels. Critics contend that the levels of the hallucinogen in Colorado marijuana is extremely high - often too high for people who are not regular users to tolerate. It was the latest of several incidents of pot users harming . themselves that authorities in Colorado have confronted since . retail sales of the drug began there last year. In March 2014, college student Levi Thamba Pongi of the . Republic of Congo leaped to his death from a Denver hotel after . consuming six times the recommended amount of marijuana cookies, . with the Denver medical examiner's office listing "marijuana . intoxication" as a contributing factor in his death. Last month, 22-year-old Luke Gregory Goodman shot himself to . death in a Colorado ski resort town after witnesses said he ate .

Summary: Julieane Jablonski, 38, was booked on suspicion of providing marijuana to a minor and felony tampering with a witness . Her son was seriously injured when he jumped out of a third-floor glass window without warning . She allegedly told him to lie to police about where he got the pot . The son, Austin Essig, took to the police department's Facebook page to describe his 'trip'


At least 15 Fortune 500 companies, many of them worth north of a $1 billion, paid zero income taxes in 2014, says a report out last week from the Citizens for Tax Justice. According to the report, household names like CBS, General Electric and Mattel all successfully manipulated the U.S. tax code to avoid paying taxes on their massive profits. Even more shocking: some of them even received tax rebates in the tens or even hundreds of millions. Avoidance: Fifteen Fortune 500 companies managed to get through 2014 without owing a penny in income taxes. What's more, most of those 15 were actually given federal tax rebates in the tens or even hundreds of millions . CBS made $1.8 billion in U.S. profits last year and received a $235 million tax rebate . To put this harsh reality into perspective, imagine you're a taxpayer logged on to a tax site in your struggle to determine what you owe Uncle Sam. You pay upwards of $100 every month for the internet you're using and could well owe thousands in income tax. But if your monthly internet payment goes to Time Warner, guess what they'll be paying this year. That's right: zero dollars. In a way, you may have paid them. Again. The frequently maligned cable company made over $4 billion in U.S. profit last year and subsequently received tax rebates totaling $26 million. And, as Fast Company notes, it's all perfectly legal. One method used by these companies is called accelerated depreciation, which means the tax value of an asset may be claimed in the first years of the purchase rather than over time. Another method of tax avoidance is active financing. Put simply, this means a company classifies a taxable activity as foreign financing, putting it out of reach of the IRS. With corporate giants like Pepco, Prudential and Xerox all successfully avoiding paying income tax, Citizens for Tax Justice says American taxpayers and the U.S. government need to wake up and amend the tax code. The report's authors write: . 'As Congress focuses on strategies for revamping the U.S. corporate income tax, a sensible starting point should be to critically assess the costs of each of these tax breaks and to take steps to ensure that profitable corporations pay their fair share of U.S. taxes.' Fair? Citizens for Tax Justice wants changes to the corporate tax code and released a report last week that lists the Fortune 500 corporations that managed to squeak by in 2014 without paying a dime in income tax . Jetblue, PG&E, PEPCO Holdings and Ryder used accelerated depreciation, a tax break that allows companies to write off the cost of their capital investments much faster than these investments wear out, to dramatically reduce their tax rates . Priceline relied heavily on a single tax break — writing off the value of executive stock options for tax purposes — to zero out its tax liability not just in 2014 but in 2013, 2012 and 2011 as well. In addition, the company admits that this tax break could

Summary: Many of the companies named in a report out April 9 from the Citizens for Tax Justice even received federal tax REBATES . The companies include household names such as CBS, Mattel, Prudential and Time Warner .


Two states at the center of gay rights protests over laws designed to 'uphold religious freedom' engaged in hurried climbdowns yesterday, with both approving alterations to legislation that critics said legalized discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation. 'Now that this is behind us, let's move forward together with a renewed commitment to the civility and respect that make this state great,' Indiana Governor Mike Pence said after signing his state's amended measure. The Arkansas legislature also passed changes to its legislation at the behest of the state's Republican Governor Asa Hutchinson, who rejected a previous version of the bill at the last minute on Wednesday following public uproar and a personal plea from his son. Hutchinson signed the new legislation last night. SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEO . Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson signs a reworked religious freedom bill into law on Thursday evening. Lawmakers in Arkansas and Indiana hoped that by amending their states' measures they would quiet the national uproar over new religious objections that opponents say are designed to offer a legal defense for anti-gay discrimination . 'Now that this is behind us, let's move forward together with a renewed commitment to the civility and respect that make this state great,' Indiana Governor Mike Pence said after signing his state's amended measure Thursday evening . Indiana House Speaker Brian Bosma speaks at a press conference announcing changes to the state's religious freedom law as Senate President Pro Tem David Long, left, looks on. The GOP leaders on Thursday added anti-discrimination safeguards to the controversial Religious Freedom Restoration Act . 'I think it’s sending the right signal, the way this has been resolved, to the world and the country that Arkansas understands the diversity of our culture and workforce but also the importance of balancing that with our sincerely held religious convictions,' Hutchinson said. The recently empowered governor also suggested he'd issue an executive order banning discrimination in the workplace for state employees, according to a CNN report. The two, GOP-controlled states were in a frenzy this week to quell national outrage over legislation meant to satisfy evangelicals who do not believe they should be compelled by the government to provide goods and services to certain customers if doing so would violate their religious convictions. The moves had the direct effect of upsetting gay and lesbian individuals, however, and incited massive protests. After gay rights activists, sympathetic businesses and celebrities thrust the measures into the national spotlight, both states found themselves in the cross-hairs, and even Republican lawmakers began to distance themselves from the laws as written. Republican leaders in the Hoosier State conceded this week to critics arguing that their state's law, signed into effect by Governor Mike Pence a week ago today, inadvertently left room for discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation. 'It was never intended to discriminate against anyone,' Indiana Senate President Pro Tem David Long said at a Thursday morning at a press conference. Indiana House Speaker Brian Bosma, standing alongside Long, said, 'Hoosier hospitality had to be restored.' 'It is causing real harm to real

Summary: New Indiana law: No one has the legal right to 'refuse to offer or provide' goods, services, facilities or employment to anyone in previously protected classes or based on sexual orientation or gender identity . 'It was never intended to discriminate against anyone,' Indiana Senate President Pro Tem David Long said this morning at a press conference . Arkansas legislature also passed changes to its legislation at the behest of the state's Republican Governor Asa Hutchinson . Altered law more closely mirror federal legislation; it passed the Senate last night and is now under consideration in the House .


A boldfaced student at Mississippi State, who refused to go hungry during his college lecture, brought a George Foreman grill to class and proceeded to cook bacon for his sandwich - while sitting in the front row of his class. Roman Ehrhardt became an internet sensation after one of his classmates shared a hilarious photo of him grilling his lunch in class - however according to a Buzzfeed Community posting, the senior communications major was actually completing project, in which had to violate a societal norm. But that didn't stop his unknowing peers from relishing in his outrageous act. 'Y'all this guy is making a sandwich with a George Foreman in class. #hailstate [sic],' Britt Reynolds tweeted on Monday while sharing a photo of Roman grilling his food. Hilarious stunt: Britt Reynolds shared this photo of her classmate Roman Ehrhardt grilling bacon on a George Foreman during class on Monday . Classroom experiment: Roman (pictured) was secretly completing a project, in which he had to violate a societal norm . The candid snapshot has been retweeted nearly 1,000 times since it was posted, with many commenting on how Roman is their hero. While one Twitter user called him a 'future leader', another applauded him for his 'progressive thinking'. And one student branded Roman the real life Jeff Spicoli, a character who battled his uptight history teacher Mr Hand by having pizza delivered to his classroom in the in the classic 1982 film Fast Times at Ridgemont High. '@brittkelso that dude is Jeff Spicoli X 10. Too bad Mr. Hand was not instructing [sic],' he joked. Money's worth: The college senior shared this photo after he used the grill at his lecture, tweeting: 'The George Foreman that started it all' American icon: The snapshot has been retweeted nearly 1,000 times since it was posted, with many people calling Roman a 'hero' for his brazen actions . Britt continued to live tweet the moment, writing: 'The whole room smells like bacon now and I couldn't be more happy [sic].' Although Megan Pickle tweeted her to ask if Roman was making food for a 'speech or presentation', Britt told it was 'neither'. 'I've never even met him and I couldn't be more proud to be his classmate,' Britt added. Meanwhile, another student joked about the professor's reaction, commenting: 'I bet John Nicholson had a field day with that', with Britt adding that her teacher's 'balding head was smiling from ear to ear the whole time'. But that's because he was in on the joke. No manners: Karen Howell tweeted that Roman was being 'inappropriate' - which was actually the point . Great idea: Patrick Netherton lauded Roman for his ingenuity . Get it right: David Covuccu commented that Roman was actually making a pannini - not a sandwich . A week before, Roman asked Dr Nicholson, his introduction to communication theory professor, if he could pull the stunt in class after a friend suggested that he go all out for his project. Not only did the teacher agree, he helped Roman with the small details.

Summary: Roman Ehrhardt became an internet sensation after a snapshot of him cooking bacon while in the front row of a college lecture was shared online . The senior communications major at Mississippi State was secretly completing a project, in which he had to violate a societal norm .


Former Barcelona and Brazil forward Ronaldinho marked a late cameo in Queretaro's surprise 4-0 thumping of Club America with a brace. The 2002 World Cup winner came on as the game approached full-time but still struck in the 85th and 90th minutes following earlier goals from Yasser Corona, who struck midway through the first half, and Orbelin Pineda's on the stroke of half-time. Tigres Monterrey moved up to fourth in the Clausura after eventually easing to a 3-0 home victory over Monterrey. Queretaro playmaker Ronaldinho celebrates during his side's emphatic 4-0 win over Club America . Ronaldinho (centre) rolled back the years by scoring two goals in quick succession during the Liga MX match . The 35-year-old replaced Queretaro team-mate Emanuel Villa with just six minutes left on the clock . Lugo Aranda's 56th-minute goal put the home side in front but it was not until the closing stages when they put the game to bed. Rafael Sobis doubled Tigres' lead in the 83rd minute before substitute Esqueda Tirado added gloss to the scoreline four minutes later, scoring almost immediately after coming off the bench. Carlos Pena's 77th-minute effort rescued a 1-1 draw for second-bottom Leon against Toluca, who had taken the lead shortly after half-time through Wilder Guisao. Christian Suarez struck just before half-time as Atlas edged to a 1-0 win at Puebla, who had Acosta Alvarado sent off in the 82nd minute.

Summary: Former Barcelona forward Ronaldinho came on in the 84th minute . Ronaldinho still managed to grab a brace as his side eased to victory . Queretaro are now just two points behind Club America in Liga MX .


It wasn't just Steve McQueen's rugged looks that sent ladies into a frenzy in the 1960s. The actor's enduring sex appeal may have been boosted by his aftershave, Eau Sauvage, which contained a potent chemical known as Hedione. Now scientists have revealed how this chemical activates the hypothalamus - an area of the brain responsible for triggering the release of sex hormones in women. Scroll down for video . It wasn't just Steve McQueen's rugged looks that sent ladies into a frenzy in the 1960s. The actor's enduring sex appeal may have been boosted by his aftershave, Eau Sauvage, which contained a potent chemical known as Hedione. Pictured is Steve Mcqueen starring in the 1965 film The Cincinnati Kid . Hedione - derived from the Greek word 'hedone', for fun, pleasure, lust - has a fresh jasmine-magnolia scent. The Christian Dior fragrance, Eau Savage, was the first to use it in 1966, and it has since found its way into other fragrances such as Chamade by Guerlain, CKOne, Paco by Paco Rabane and Chanel no. 19. The latest study shows how Hedione - which has the chemical name methyl dihydro-jasmonate - activates the pheromone receptor VN1R in humans. This activates part of the hypothalamus - an area of the brain responsible for triggering the release of sex hormones in women. Hedione - derived from the Greek word 'hedone', for fun, pleasure, lust - has a fresh jasmine-magnolia scent. The Christian Dior fragrance, Eau Savage, was the first to use it in 1966, and it has since found its way into other fragrances such as Chamade by Guerlain, CKOne and Chanel no. 19. The study found that Hedione creates 'sex-specific activation patterns' in the tissue found in the nasal cavity which connects to the brain, according to a report in the Telegraph. Here Hedione - which has the chemical name methyl dihydro-jasmonate - activates the pheromone receptor VN1R in humans. 'These results constitute compelling evidence that a pheromone effect different from normal olfactory perception indeed exists in humans,' says scent researcher Prof Hanns Hatt from Ruhr-Universität Bochum in Germany. Scientists analysed brain activity when a person smelled Hedione to find out how it changed their emotions and behaviour. They then compared the results with the effects caused by a common floral fragrance known as phenylethyl alcohol. Hedione triggered brain areas in the limbic system, which is responsible for emotions, memory and motivation, more effectively than phenylethyl alcohol. It also activated an area of the hypothalamus which releases sex hormones throughout body to turn people on. The Christian Dior fragrance, Eau Savage (left), was the first to use Hedione in 1966, and it has since found its way into other fragrances such as Chamade by Guerlain, CKOne and Chanel no. 19 (right) The German study found that Hedione activated a specific hypothalamic region, in women more strongly than in men. But scientists are still divided over whether humans can actually communicate via pheromones. In the animal kingdom, this kind of communication is widespread. Mice have around 300 different genes for pheromone receptors; in humans,

Summary: Actor was famous for wearing Christian Dior's Eau Sauvage aftershave . It contained Hedion, a chemical that activates the brain's hypothalamus . Region is responsible for triggering release of sex hormones in women .


It is a common fear, known as trypanophobia. For around 20 per cent of the population, the thought of going to the doctors for an injection invokes a deep-rooted sense of dread. Many avoid the doctor's surgery altogether, leaving themselves open to the risk of various illnesses and infections. But for those terrified of needles, a team of scientists at Rice University in Houston, may have the answer. They have developed a new device, Comfortably Numb, to ease the pain of an injection. Their invention numbs the skin prior to the jab by producing a rapid chemical reaction to cool the patient's skin. Scroll down for video . Comfortably Numb is a new, single-use device that eases the pain of an injection by producing a rapid chemical reaction to cool the patient's skin within 60 seconds . Three first year students, (from L-R) mechanical engineer Mike Hua, bioengineer Andy Zhang and computer scientist Greg Allison, came up with the invention, they describe as 'simple and elegant' The trio, made up of computer scientist Greg Allison, bioengineer Andy Zhang and mechanical engineer Mike Hua, currently has a functioning prototype, that has produced a numbing effect in just 60 seconds. 'Our device is 3D printed and consists of two sealed chambers containing the chemical ammonium nitrate and water, ' Mr Hua said. 'A simple twisting motion moves the chambers into alignment to allow the chemicals to flow through the chamber to produce a rapid endothermic reaction. 'We then numb the skin by contacting the device's metal surface to the patient's skin.' Current solutions are either ineffective because they fail to numb the skin adequately, or take too long, the researchers said. They noted that a commonly used medicated topical patch takes about an hour to work, whereas their new device 'works on the order of seconds and minutes', Mr Zhang said. 'We are targeting anyone who has to get an injection, which is nearly everyone,' Mr Allison said. 'But the device is especially applicable to people who are more susceptible to pain.' As such, he said, it is particularly useful for children and the elderly. And, it is intended for use during procedures 'where you have to get shots in more sensitive areas of the body, such as the face or the groin', he added. The team designed the device to be single-use, rather than reusable to avoid the difficulties of cleaning it and resetting the device. It costs around $2 (£1.34) to produce, they said . The trio said the device could also be used to ease the pain of ear piercings and tattooing, and help reduce swelling. 'We looked into all sorts of methods for numbing, both quick and long-term, chemicals, using ice packs - which is similar to what we're using now,' Mr Hua said. The device is 3D printed and consists of two sealed chambers containing the chemical ammonium nitrate and water. A simple twisting motion moves the chambers into alignment to allow the chemicals to flow through the chamber to produce a rapid endothermic reaction. The skin can then

Summary: Comfortably Numb is a single-use 3D printed device that numbs the skin . Produces a rapid chemical reaction to cool the patient's skin in 60 seconds . Invention costs around $2 to make and could help millions terrified of pain . Three first-year students behind invention say it could work for tattoos too .


James Hook claims it will be 'a bonus' if Wales come calling for his services ahead of this year's World Cup. The Gloucester fly-half has a golden opportunity to showcase his undisputed ability in Friday night's European Challenge Cup final against Edinburgh. But although 29-year-old Hook has won 77 Test caps, he can reflect on just two starts for Wales - against the Barbarians and Tonga - since the last World Cup in 2011. James Hook will hope to showcase his ability in the European Challenge Cup final against Edinburgh on Friday . The Gloucester fly-half hasn't given up on earning a Wales recall ahead of this summer's World Cup . Given Hook's quality at fly-half, centre and full-back, it is baffling to the layman that Wales head coach Warren Gatland cannot find room for him in his matchday 23 or wider squads. Gareth Anscombe is being widely touted as Wales' likely World Cup utility back, suggesting that even if Hook makes a 45-man training squad to be announced in early June, Gatland's final 31-man cut could prove beyond him. Asked about his Wales ambitions, Hook said: 'I always hope, but it is out of my hands. I have not had any contact or anything. 'It has probably helped me because I have focused on Gloucester and not thought about Wales. 'I do hope I get a shout from Wales at some point, but it has not happened for a while and I am not expecting it. If it does happen, great, if not ....' Hook, who made his Wales debut almost nine years ago and has featured in two World Cup campaigns, is philosophical about the current state of play. 'Rob Howley (Wales assistant coach) spoke to me last autumn about straightening up and things like that, so I am trying to bring that into my game,' Hook added. 'But other than that, I am trying to focus on what I have got to do here (at Gloucester), rather than what they want me to do. Hook says first and foremost he is focusing on what he needs to do with club side Gloucester . 'Wales play direct, and I would like to think I could fit into that if needed. I am more of a heads-up player, but I can stick to a structure if needed. 'In the past, you think a lot about the World Cup as it comes up, but not being in the squad has helped me take my focus off it and I am just enjoying my time with Gloucester and not thinking about Wales, in a way. 'I have taken the pressure off myself. I am not expecting anything to happen, and if it did, it would be a bonus. 'It is the first time in my career that has happened, which is frustrating because you want to be in there, but you get over it and focus on what you have to do. At 29, I should be in my prime, but that is the way it goes.' Top of Hook's immediate agenda will

Summary: Gloucester fly-half James Hook has won 77 Test caps for Wales . But he has only made two starts since the last World Cup in 2011 . Hoping to impress in European Challenge Cup final against Edinburgh .


A host of clubs are tracking Aston Villa’s young central defender Kevin Toner as his contract nears its end. Norwich, Leicester, Newcastle and Stoke have watched Toner, one of Villa’s most promising young players who captains their Under-21 team aged just 18. His current deal runs out this summer and Villa, keen to keep their best academy graduates, have made an offer of fresh terms. But it is understood other clubs are ready to declare their hands and Villa risk losing him. Kevin Toner, seen here in action against Liverpool in an FA Youth Cup tie, is being tracked by several clubs . Toner (left), Aston Villa's U21 captain at the age of just 18, is out of contract at the end of the summer . Toner has been capped by Republic of Ireland’s Under-19s and Roy Keane is believed to have told Under-21 boss Noel King of his potential. Tim Sherwood is keen to develop Villa’s young talent and Toner has been among a select few to train with the first team, alongside the likes of Lewis Kinsella and Rushian Hepburn-Murphy. Toner is known for his leadership abilities and wears the Under-21 armband even when seasoned pros drop down to development matches. Tim Sherwood is keen to develop Aston Villa's young talent, with Toner training with the first-team .

Summary: Aston Villa defender Kevin Toner captains the club Under-21 team . The 18-year-old is being tracked by number of rival Premier League clubs . Newcastle and Stoke have been watching the young central defender .


The first lady of North Korea has appeared in public for the first time since December as part of celebrations marking the birthday of the country's founding leader Kim Il-Sung. A grinning Ri Sol-Ju, wearing what appeared to be a wedding ring on her left hand, was pictured clapping next to her smiling husband Kim Jong-un during a men's football match at Kim Il Sung Stadium on Monday, the North Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said. The images of the couple at a podium flanked by top party officials were published in state media. Scroll down for video . Laughing with her husband, Kim Jong-un, as the pair watch a celebratory football match, Ri Sol-Ju is seen for the first time since December . The match was being held as part of a lavish series of events celebrating the 103rd birthday of Kim Il-Sung, the young leader's grandfather, which falls on Wednesday. North Korea designates the 'Day of the Sun' as a rare two-day national holiday, with art performances, exhibitions and sporting events, and pilgrimages to the late leader's birthplace in Pyongyang. A former member of the North's Unhasu Orchestra, Ri was last seen in public in December 2014, when she and her husband attended a ceremony to commemorate the third anniversary of the death of Kim Jong-un's father, Kim Jong-Il. Their marriage was only revealed in July 2012 when pictures emerged of a young woman accompanying Kim at official events in a break from the past, when the North's first ladies were kept out of the limelight. She was pictured wearing stylish, expensive-looking outfits and on one occasion sported what appeared to be a Christian Dior handbag, in a country plagued by chronic poverty. Their marriage was only revealed in July 2012 when pictures emerged of a young woman accompanying Kim at official events . But Ri has been out of the spotlight since December for unknown reasons. The Kim dynasty has ruled the isolated state for nearly seven decades with an iron fist and pervasive personality cult. Kim Il-Sung led North Korea from its establishment in 1948 until his death on July 8, 1994. He was succeeded by his son, Kim Jong-Il, who also ruled until his death in December 2011 when power was transferred to his son and current leader Kim Jong-un. KCNA said 'an endless stream of people' was visiting, Mangyongdae, the birthplace of Kim Il-Sung, as the 'Day of the Sun' draws near. The images of the couple at a podium flanked by top party officials were published in state media . On Sunday more than 800 runners took place in an international marathon watched by hundreds of fans, including some 600 from abroad, as part of the celebrations. 'Attending the race were more than 600 marathon fans from dozens of countries including Malaysia, Singapore, Sweden, Finland, UK and Italy,' KCNA said. The North announced in February that the April 12 marathon would only be open to domestic runners this year, because of lingering concerns over the Ebola epidemic in west Africa. But it last month reversed

Summary: Ri Sol-Ju appears in public with her husband for first time since December . N. Korean leader Kim Jong-un and wife pictured attending a football match . Former singer, Ri and her husband Kim wore wedding rings at the event . They were flanked by officials at Kim's grandfather's 103rd birthday party .


Scotland youth international Jack Cosgrove has agreed to join Edinburgh next season. The 20-year-old Worcester Warriors prop, capped nine times for the Dark Blues Under 20s side, has penned a two-year deal with Alan Solomons' side which ties him to the Murrayfield outfit until May 2017. He said: 'I'm over the moon to be coming north. With the club being in a European Cup Final, they're really showing they've got quality players and everyone is speaking very highly of Edinburgh. Scotland youth international Jack Cosgrove has agreed to join Edinburgh next season on a two-year deal . The 20-year-old Worcester Warriors prop has been capped nine times for the Dark Blues Under 20s side . 'I know quite a few of the younger lads - Damien Hoyland, Magnus Bradbury, Jamie Farndale and Jamie Ritchie - from playing with Scotland under 20 and they've all spoken about how much they enjoy being with the club. 'I think I've got a strong set-piece game and I'm looking to add something extra to the squad. I'm under no illusions it's going to be tough but there's a great buzz at the club and I'm eager to improve my game and kick on. 'I don't have heroes, as such, but I look at people I admire who play in the same position. Alasdair Dickinson is obviously an exceptional player and I'm keen to look at what he does and learn from him.' Andries Strauss and Neil Cochrane applaud the crowd after Edinburgh reach the European Cup final . Edinburgh's Stuart McInally celebrates scoring a try against Newport Gwent Dragons in the semi-final .

Summary: Scotland youth international Jack Cosgrove is joining Edinburgh . Young Worcester prop will move north of the border next season . The 20-year-old expressed his delight in joining the European Cup finalists .


A 26-year-old Mexico native vanished without a trace in Utah a week ago, and now Elizabeth Smart and her father have joined the effort to find the missing woman. Elizabeth Elena Laguna Salgado is from Chiapas, Mexico, and moved to Provo about a month ago to study English. There is no evidence she was kidnapped, but she hasn't made contact with anybody since she disappeared April 16, Provo Police Chief John King said. She usually talked with family in Mexico every day, he said. Where is Elizabeth? Elizabeth Elena Laguna Salgado, 26, from Chiapas, Mexico, was last seen leaving a language school in Provo, Utah, April 16 . Raising awareness: Elizabeth Smart holds a 'missing' poster of Laguna Salgado during a news conference Friday in Sandy, Utah . Mystery: Provo Police Chief John King said Friday that there is no evidence Salgado was kidnapped, but he says they are very worried because she hasn't made contact with anybody for longer than a week . Laguna Salgado's cellphone has been turned off, and there has been no activity on her credit cards or any other sign of where she is or what happened, King said. A volunteer search is scheduled for Saturday morning in Provo. The woman's uncle, Rosemberg Salgado, from California, tearfully begged for help from anyone with information on her whereabouts. He called his niece a ‘beautiful angel’ and an optimistic, spiritual woman who just finished a Mormon mission in Mexico. He said his niece is probably praying and asking God to help her be found. Laguna Salgado was living with roommates in Provo for about a month, her uncle said. Most of her family lives in Mexico. ‘Elizabeth, if you are watching this, please know that we love you and that we are going to be looking for you,’ said Salgado, crying. ‘We won't stop until we find you.’ Asked if his niece mentioned anything odd in recent conversations, Salgado said she told him a boy had been bugging her to go on a date and that she made up having a boyfriend to get rid of him. Spreading the gospel: The 26-year-old woman had just finished a Mormon mission in Mexico. She moved the Provo only a month ago . Last sighting: Salgado was last seen on the afternoon of April 16 leaving the Nomen Global School at 384 West Center Street in Provo . Family's plea: The woman's uncle, Rosemberg Salgado, begged for help from anyone with information on her whereabouts . According to Daily Herald, Police Chief King said there are 'persons of interest,' but police are still interviewing the missing woman's classmates at the Nomen Global Language Center. Kidnapping survivor: Elizabeth Smart was 14 when she was snatched out of her Salt Lake City bedroom in 2002. She was held captive for nine months before being found walking with her captor in a busy street . Smart and her father, who heads Operation Underground Railroad - an organization dedicated to rescuing victims of labor and sex slavery - said they hosted the event to bring attention

Summary: Elizabeth Elena Laguna Salgado, 26, from Chiapas, Mexico, was last seen leaving a language school in Provo, Utah, April 16 . She moved to Provo a month ago after completing Mormon mission to Mexico . Elizabeth Smart and her father held a press conference Friday to draw public's attention to Salgado's missing person case . Woman's uncle said she has told him a young man had been pestering her to go out with him, forcing her to pretend having a boyfriend .


Nigel Farage has admitted Ukip has 'slipped back a bit' in the polls as the sense of euphoria among the party's supporters has waned. But the Ukip leader said he expects to recover momentum in the run-up to next month's election as its key campaign issues like EU membership are now very much 'back in play' with voters. Asked if he was panicking after a poll showed support for the party has fallen, Mr Farage said: 'Good Lord no!' Scroll down for video . Nigel Farage today admitted Ukip has 'slipped back a bit' in the polls as the sense of euphoria among the party's supporters has waned . Ukip has seen its support slump from 16.75 per cent in November to just 12.25 per cent today with voters appearing to switch to the Tories in the run up to the election . Mr Farage is facing a fight to win his own election battle after falling behind the Tories in South Thanet, Kent - despite enjoying a 12 point lead of his Conservative rival just two months ago . The Ukip leader has seen support for his party drop from 16.75 per cent in November to just 12.25 per cent today, with voters appearing to switch to the Tories in the run up to the election. Mr Farage is also facing a fight to win his own election battle after falling behind the Tories in Thanet South, Kent - despite enjoying a 12 point lead over his Conservative rival just two months ago. Speaking on a tour of the Midlands, he added: 'We are exactly where we were last August, having won the European elections - we were on 14-and-a-bit per cent. 'We won the European elections, we found that level and we did have a rally in the Autumn through the remarkable events of first Clacton and then perhaps more remarkably the Rochester by-election . 'We've slipped back a bit since then, there are 30 days to go and I think the issues Ukip is campaigning on are back in play.' Mr Farage poses for a selfie with a group of girls during a visit to Himley Hall, near Dudley in the West Midlands . The Ukip leader was joined on the campaign trail by a car painted in his party's colours of purple and yellow . Nigel Farage is facing a possible libel case from a former Ukip MEP who defected to the Conservatives. Mr Farage attempted to play down Amjad Bashir's decision to switch sides in January by insisting that the former communities spokesman had already been sacked over alleged financial irregularities and claims of the employment of illegal immigrants in his restaurant business. Solicitors' firm Atkins Thomson confirmed it has sent a 'letter before action' to Ukip warning of High Court action against the party and its leader. Mr Bashir, who was elected Ukip MEP for the Yorkshire and Humber region in the 2014 European Parliament elections, is awaiting a response and no date has been set for a court case. A Ukip spokesman said the party

Summary: Support for Ukip has fallen by 5% since October as the election looms . Nigel Farage also facing a fight to win in South Thanet after falling behind . Comes after David Cameron pleaded with Ukip supporters to 'come home' Mr Cameron has previously described Ukip supporters as 'fruitcakes'


An experiment on the ISS will investigate whether plants are able to use a sixth sense while in space - a sense of gravity. In the weightless environment of the space station, researchers will monitor how plants grow in a particular direction without a noticeable gravitational pull. The results could help farmers on Earth get a higher crop yield - and may also help future astronauts grow plants on missions beyond Earth orbit to the moon and Mars. An experiment on the ISS will investigate whether plants are able to use a sixth sense while in space - a sense of gravity. Nasa astronaut Karen Nyberg is pictured harvesting plants from a previous Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (Jaxa) investigation of thale cress during Expedition 37 in 2013 . The experiment is being run by researchers at the Japanese space agency (Jaxa). German researchers are currently testing a greenhouse system, which uses recycled urine to manufacture fertiliser. They hope to build a greenhouse in Antarctica to test the first space garden in 2016. The system is being developed at the German Aerospace Center in Bremen, and is called Eden (Evolution and Design of Environmentally-closed Nutrition sources). Funded by Esa, the greenhouses will contain combined life-support systems which use recycled urine to manufacture fertiliser, helping to grow vegetables for a lunar and Mars environment. Scientists from Virginia are also hoping to use meteorite soil to grow everything from asparagus to potatoes. If the study proves successful, it could help humans grow their own food in space, helping in the quest to colonise other planets. Called the Plant Gravity Sensing study, it will be conducted when new supplies are taken to the ISS by a SpaceX Dragon capsule on 13 April. The experiment will examine the cellular process of formation in thale cress, a small flowering plant related to cabbage. Small dishes will hold seedlings, and astronauts on the station will watch how they are able to grow inside the Japanese Kibo module. Scientists will be examining whether a plant’s ability to work out which way it is growing - the gravity sensor - can form in the absence of gravity. It should be noted that there is still gravity on the ISS but, owing to its orbit around Earth, things on the station are in a constant state of free-fall, simulating a zero-gravity environment. In the Kibo module, the plants will be placed in both the micro gravity ISS environment and in a small centrifuge, that can simulate Earth’s gravity. Results will show if the plants can sense changes in gravity, and adapt levels of calcium in their cells to compensate for it. The results could help farmers on Earth get a higher crop yield - and may also help future astronauts grow plants on missions beyond Earth orbit to the moon and Mars (illustration shown) In particular, scientists think particles in plant cells that store and process starch for energy - amyloplast - may form in the direction of gravitational pull. By increasing calcium concentrations, the amyloplast can help the plant grow in

Summary: Japanese-led experiment will see how plants grow on the ISS . Researchers will monitor how they grow without influence of gravity . Results could help farmers on Earth get a higher crop yield . And it may also help future astronauts grow plants on Mars .


Nine Britons – four of them children – were seized by Turkish security forces last night as they tried to slip across the border to an Islamic State stronghold in Syria. The jihadists were caught as they made the final leg of their journey. The three men, two women and four children were detained by soldiers at a checkpoint in Ogulpinar. It is believed the youngest of the four children is two and the eldest is 11. Arrested: Nine British nationals, three men, two women and four children, have been arrested trying to enter Syria illegally, and are now in the custody of Turkish officials (file picture) Fleeing to Syria: Amira Abase, Kadiza Sultana and Shamina Begum at Gatwick in February . Turkey is a key staging ground for foreign fighters attempting to reach IS-controlled areas of Syria and Iraq. Over the past three months more than a dozen Britons, including three teenage schoolgirls, have made the journey. The arrests came as Scotland Yard revealed counter terrorism officers detained a 19-year-old at Luton Airport on Tuesday as he returned from Istanbul. Yahya Rashid is suspected of acting as an Islamic State smuggler, paying for four men and a woman to join the terrorist group in Syria. He is accused of accompanying the group as they travelled to Morocco and then on to Turkey in November. hey are believed to have slipped across the border into Syria before Rashid flew home. He was remanded in custody by Westminster magistrates yesterday to appear at the Old Bailey accused of preparing to commit an act of terror and assisting others in preparing to commit acts of terror. More than 22,000 foreign fighters are now believed to have joined Islamic State from around 100 countries. Yesterday a senior prosecutor revealed that British headteachers fear children may use the Easter break to try to flee to Syria to join IS. Nazir Afzal said two heads had told him of more than a dozen teenage boys and girls thought to have been ‘groomed and seduced’ by jihadists. Joining the jihad: Around 600 Britons, many of them teenagers or young adults, are believed to have joined ISIS since 2013 (file picture) Police had not been told because the unnamed secondary schools – one in East London and one in West London – did not want them placed under investigation, said Mr Afzal, former chief prosecutor for the North West. Several schoolchildren have already gone to Syria. They include four from Bethnal Green Academy in East London – Kadiza Sultana, 16, and 15-year-olds Shamima Begum, Amira Abase and Sharmeena Begum – who fled to become jihadi brides after being radicalised online. Last week it was revealed that four girls from the academy had their passports confiscated by judges to prevent them joining IS. Mr Afzal, who spearheaded the prosecutions of Muslim gangs who groomed underage girls in Rochdale, said: ‘[IS] terrorists are deluded, narcissistic, glory-hunting inadequates who call themselves soldiers, but they’re selling themselves with professionally made videos that make them seem glamorous and sexy. ‘Isn’t that what groomers do?

Summary: Brits arrested on Turkey-Syria border and are now in custody . Nine people tried to enter Syria illegally, according to local media . The arrested Brits are three men, two women and four children .


Lucy, the oldest and most complete fossil of an early human ever found, still has a few secrets to reveal. Discovered in 1974, the 3.2 million-year-old skeleton stunned archaeologists who unearthed the fossil while digging in an isolated spot in the Afar region of Ethiopia. Now, a new look at the ancient hominin's skeleton suggests one of the bones may, in fact, belong to a baboon. Lucy, the oldest and most complete fossil of an early human ever found, still has a few secrets to reveal. A new look at the ancient hominin's skeleton suggests one of the vertebrae bones may belong to a baboon . Despite being uncovered 40 years ago, Lucy is still being studied to learn more about our ancestors. The skeleton belongs to a species called Australopithecus afarensis and is around 40 per cent complete. When discovered in Ethiopia, Lucy was the only skeleton of the species known; she would've stood 3.5 feet (about a meter) tall. Currently, more than 300 individuals of this species, which lived between about 3.85 million and 2.95 million years ago, have been uncovered . The strange discovery of a baboon bone was made when Gary Sawyer and Mike Smith at the American Museum of Natural History in New York began work on a reconstruction of Lucy's skeleton (right) The strange discovery of a baboon bone was made when Gary Sawyer and Mike Smith at the American Museum of Natural History in New York began work on a reconstruction of Lucy's skeleton. 'Mike pointed out that one of the [vertebra] fragments, which no one, including me, had really paid close attention to, looked fairly small to fit with the rest of Lucy's vertebral column,' Scott Williams at New York University told the New Scientist. The researchers thought one possible explanation was that the fragment was missed up with another, younger member of Lucy's species. A comparative study of vertebrae from other Australopithecus fossils in that region disproved this theory. The researchers analysed 11 rock samples from around the nearly complete Little Foot fossil skeleton from theSterkfontein Caves to gauge its age . Scientists have revealed a sophisticated new dating . technique shows that Little Foot, an important fossil of an . early human forerunner unearthed in the 1990s in South Africa, . is roughly 3.7 million years old. 'The age of Little Foot has been highly debated,' said . geologist Darryl Granger of Purdue University in Indiana, whose . research appears in the journal Nature. The study found Little Foot, a member of the species . Australopithecus prometheus, lived at roughly the same time as . Australopithecus afarensis, the species whose most famous . fossil, known as Lucy, comes from Ethiopia. Both species blended ape-like and human-like traits but with different features. The researchers analysed 11 rock samples from around the . nearly complete Little Foot fossil skeleton from the . Sterkfontein Caves to gauge its age. The findings may have important implications about the . evolutionary relationships among humankind's ancient relatives. The team then compared it to the vertebrae of other creatures

Summary: Baboon bone was spotted by the American Museum of Natural History . Researchers thought one of the vertebra bones was too small to fit Lucy . They say the baboon bone was somehow mixed up with Lucy's remains . Lucy is oldest and most complete fossil of an early human ever found .


Police captured coyote who led them on a chase through downtown New York City on Saturday. Cops began following the wild animal after it was spotted scurrying through Battery Park City at 6am, The New York Post reported. Officers trailed it on foot and in patrol cars as it ran across roads and dipped between cars. For two hours it evaded capture, with one witness describing hows cops were chasing it 'like a suspect'. They then managed to corner it at Merchants River House on South End Avenue and shot it with a tranquilizer dart, the Post reported. It was then put in a cage and taken away into the care of the ASPCA. It is not known whether it was the same coyote that was spotted in Manhattan's riverside park on Wednesday. At least four coyotes have been spotted around Manhattan so far this year, and one was seen clambering around on the roof of a Queens bar before disappearing, says Sarah Aucoin, the director of the city's Urban Park Rangers program. Three of the animals were captured in Manhattan and released in Bronx parks with established coyote populations, she said. Cops began following the wild animal after it was spotted scurrying through Battery Park City . For two hours it evaded capture, with one witness describing hows cops were chasing it 'like a suspect' Officers trailed it on foot and in patrol cars as it ran across roads and dipped between cars . Police chased after the fourth on Wednesday in Manhattan's Riverside Park, even using a helicopter before until the animal secreted itself in deep brush near Grant's Tomb. There's no firm count of coyotes or sightings in the nation's biggest city, but the population is probably at least in the teens, says wildlife biologist Chris Nagy, a co-founder of a study group called the Gotham Coyote Project and the research director at the Mianus River Gorge in Bedford, New York. With some coyotes ensconced and breeding in the Bronx, others are likely heading into Manhattan this spring to seek their own turf, said coyote project co-founder Mark Weckel, a conservation biologist at the American Museum of Natural History. Coyotes were once creatures of Midwestern plains and southwestern deserts. But they have dramatically expanded their range in the last two centuries, partly because of declines in their predators, such as wolves and cougars, experts say. Although coyotes have been hunted for sport and killed as threats to livestock, they're now found from coast to coast. There are an estimated 30,000 in New York state, where they were first noted in the 1930s, the state Department of Environmental Conservation says. The wild animal crossed roads and avoided cars as it ran freely on Saturday morning . A police car with its sirens on is seen trying to chase down the coyote. Everytime they got close, the animal ran away . Then they managed to corner it at Merchants River House on South End Avenue and shot it with a tranquilizer dart. It was then put in a cage and taken

Summary: Animal gave police a run-around in Battery Park City on Saturday . Officers trailed the canine in patrol cars and on foot through the streets . It evaded capture for two hours while dipping in and out of traffic . Cops eventually cornered the coyote and shot it with a tranquilizer dart .


Isis was removed from the official list of future Pacific hurricane names by the UN's World Meteorological Organization, a WMO spokeswoman announced on Friday. The WMO Hurricane Committee deemed the name inappropriate because of the eponymous militant group. As the name of an ancient goddess of Egypt, Isis had been on the WMO list of names for hurricanes in 2016. Isis was deemed inappropriate and removed from the hurricane list by the UN's World Meteorological Organization. As the name of an ancient goddess of Egypt, Isis had been on the WMO list of names for 2016 . The Hurricane Committee also backed Mexico's request to retire the name Odile because of the storm (above) ISIS is also used to describe the Islamic State militant group, whose forces have captured large swathes of Iraq and Syria. The group stands accused of committing brutal atrocities against civilians by UN war crimes investigators. Spokeswoman Clare Nullis said from Geneva: 'The Hurricane Committee removed the name Isis from the rotating list and agreed to replace it with Ivette.' 'Names are knocked off the list, which rotates every six years, if they are considered inappropriate if they caused too much damage and too much death.' She added that this was not the case with Isis. The WMO has rotating lists of storm names for various regions that run from A to Z alternating between male and female. The proposal by the WMO regional center was endorsed by the committee. The group, which is composed of experts from 27 member states and territories, was meeting in Costa Rica this week. ISIS stands accused of committing brutal atrocities against civilians by UN war crimes investigators . The Hurricane Committee also backed Mexico's request to retire the name Odile and decided on Odalys as its replacement to be used for the 2020 season. Odile hit the popular beach resorts of Baja California last September, stranding thousands of tourists, knocking out power and causing heavy flooding. 'Tropical cyclone activity during the 2014 eastern North Pacific hurricane season was well above normal,' according to the WMO. 'Most of the tropical cyclones formed from tropical waves which moved from the Caribbean Sea to the eastern North Pacific. 'Of the 20 tropical storms that formed, 14 became hurricanes, and eight reached major hurricane strength. 'The hurricane total is the second highest on record for the basin and the number of major hurricanes ties the record for the most. 'By comparison, the 1981-2010 averages are 15 tropical storms, eight hurricanes and four major hurricanes.'

Summary: Name of ancient goddess of Egypt was on WMO list for hurricanes in 2016 . Organization deemed name inappropriate and replaced it with name Ivette . WMO has rotating lists of names for various regions that run from A to Z . Mexico requested to retire name Odile and Odalys will be its replacement .


A mother of four has pledged to remove her children from school to attend an ancient Maypole festival - despite facing fines or even prosecution. Anna James, 32, has vowed to defy the school's ban on taking her children to the 'Obby 'Oss celebrations - claiming the rituals are part of her 'religion, culture and heritage.' The school blocked her request under a government crackdown on unauthorised absences announced in 2013. Mrs James pictured with her son Ethan (far left), Piran (centre) and Sophia (right) at last year's Maypole festival . But Mrs James said she would be willing to take the consequences of any police action to take her children Ethan, 11, Piran, 5, Sophia, 8, and four month old baby Faith to the event. The annual May 1 celebration is a centuries' old tradition, involving music and dancing through the streets, believed by some to be an ancient pagan fertility ritual which heralds the arrival of spring. Held every year in Padstow, Cornwall at midnight on May 1, it consists of parades and celebrations throughout the town and into the following day. Mrs James, who moved from Padstow to St Austell, Cornwall, eight years ago, said: 'I think it's ridiculous that I'm being told I can't take my children to the event. 'Obby 'Oss is something which my family has celebrated for generations. 'It's part of our heritage, our culture and our religion. If I wanted to take children out of school for some other religion I think it would be a different story. 'I don't expect the St Austell schools to close, but I do think that any school in Cornwall should be sensitive to the needs of people from Padstow to return to their home town on May 1. The event itself is educational.' Mrs James, 32, has vowed to defy the school's ban on taking her children to the 'Obby 'Oss celebrations. Pictured from left to right is Sophia, 8, Ethan, 11, Faith, 4 months, and Piran, 5 . In 2013, former Education Secretary Michael Gove ended the right for schools to grant up to 10 days holiday per year for pupils. New guidelines state that children should only be taken out of school during term-time if it is an 'exceptional circumstance'. Government rules state that it is at the discretion of each individual school to authorise or reject absence requests. Under the current system, parents who take their children out of school without permission could face a £60 fine per child, rising to £120 if it is not paid within 21 days. Failure to pay the fine can result in prosecution, with a maximum fine – if convicted – of £2,500 or a jail sentence of up to three months. Padstow Primary School children are included in the 'Obby 'Oss tradition. But leaders at Bishop Bronescombe School in St Austell would not authorise Mrs James' request for her children to join them. Mrs James said: 'For Padstow residents the day is a massively important part of their cultural heritage. 'I'm not an expert on its origins

Summary: Mother of four Anna James has vowed to take her children to the festival . Mrs James, 32, claims it is part of her 'religion, culture and heritage' Her children's school has refused to give permission for their absences . The ancient Maypole festival is held every year in Padstow, Cornwall . It is believed to be an ancient pagan ritual that heralds the arrival of spring .


The I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! franchise has taken a leap from the Australian jungle to a theme park just off the A320 in Chertsey, Surrey. After six months of planning, on 27 March Thorpe Park launched the world's first I'm A Celebrity themed maze, inspired by the hit TV show. New technology and Bush Tucker Trials invite both young and old 'non-celebrities' to climb through 'Pipe of Peril', crawly corridors and dark caves. Scroll down for video . The new 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!' Maze at Thorpe Park Resort is now open to the public . New Bush Tucker Trials invite both young and old theme park guests to be King or Queen of the Jungle . The experience begins with a briefing via video from presenters Ant and Dec, then there are gold stars to be won, quizzes with slimey punishments and 56 mph wind to face before contestants can be crowned King or Queen of the Jungle. Suitable for families and friends, those who venture into the undergrowth should also look out for iconic sights from the TV show including the red phone box and the ‘I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!’ throne. After 13 years on the small screen non-celebrities can now grab a slice of the action at the famous theme park . The new attraction has been visited by actors Angela Griffin and Tamzin Outhwaite already. Boxer David Haye, Katie Price and Made In Chelsea star Binky Felstead also attended the new maze's opening. 'I'm really excited but I am also a little bit scared,' confided Angela Griffin. Mike Vallis, Thorpe Park's resort divisional director, is thrilled by the themed maze. The attraction briefing via video from presenters Ant and Dec and the famous red phone booth features . There are gold stars to be won, quizzes with slimey punishments for wrong answers and 56 mph wind to face . He said, 'After thirteen years of watching I'm A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! on the small screen, we're delighted to offer our guests the chance to brave Bush Tucker Trials inspired by the hit TV show – you don't have to be a celebrity to grab a slice of the action on our island!' Mike added, 'And the good news is that we don't expect any of our guests to chew on a kangaroo's less palatable parts.' Katie Price and husband Keiran Hayler (left) on the grass carpet and Binky Felstead (right) at the opening . Katie cosied up to some questionable creepy crawlies at the celebrity launch . Boxer David Haye looks hungry at the new attraction inspired by the hit ITV shot in the Australian jungle . Actors Angela Griffin and Tamzin Outhwaite visited the new attraction .

Summary: I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! UK attraction open to the public . Maze based on TV show has new Bush Tucker Trials to try and stars to win . Thorpe Park welcomes creepy crawlies, dark caves and slimey quizzes .


It was one of the greatest TV series ever made, and changed the way we view our planet and the life on it. Now, the sweeping documentary series 'Planet Earth' is getting a sequel. The filmmakers said they plan to use the latest digital camera technology as they venture from the planet's ice caps to ocean depths to deserts and remote forests. Scroll down for video of the original Planet Earth . This photo provided by Netflix and WWF-International shows an aerial view of Hardy Reef, home to the Heart Reef, in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia, an area which will be included in the Netflix natural history series, 'Our Planet,' in collaboration with Silverback Films and WWF. The show will focus on the Earth's last wilderness areas and the animals living there. Filmmakers said they plan to use the latest digital camera technology as they venture from the planet's ice caps to ocean depths to deserts and remote forest. 'Our Planet' will focus on the Earth's last wilderness areas and the animals living there, the project's British producers said Wednesday. Audiences will have to be patient: The eight-part series will take four years to make and is planned for a 2019 debut for Netflix customers internationally. 'Our Planet' is being produced by U.K.-based Silverback Films in collaboration with World Wildlife Fund, an independent conservation group. Silverback company directors Alastair Fothergill and Keith Scholey, whose credits include 'Frozen Planet' and 'African Cats' as well as 'Planet Earth,' will lead the production. 'We will reveal the most amazing sights on Earth and show them in ways they have never been seen before,' Fothergill and Scholey promised in a statement. The series is intended to wow 'global audiences with the wonder and importance of the natural world,' they said. 'Netflix is proud to be the global home for perhaps Silverback's most ambitious project to date,' said Lisa Nishimura of the streaming firm. This photo provided by Netflix/naturepl.com and WWF-International shows an African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) in front of double rainbow, in Masai Mara, Kenya, included in the Netflix natural history series, 'Our Planet,' in collaboration with Silverback Films and WWF. The eight-part series debuts in 2019. 'The Planet projects have enjoyed great success on Netflix and have helped launch new technologies for viewing at home.' The firm hopes the show will boost usage of its ultra high definition 4K capabilities. 'We think watching Our Planet, fully on demand in 4K will be an unforgettable experience for our members.' World Wildlife Fund is opening its projects in protected areas to Silverback Films and will join with the company to create multimedia storytelling on WWF's website and other platforms. The series will introduce viewers to fragile habitats and 'precious species' and comes at a critical time for global conservation, said Colin Butfield, WWF executive producer. It also demonstrates the growing power of new-wave TV outlets like Netflix, which are claiming turf from traditional broadcast and cable outlets. 'Our Planet' predecessor 'Planet Earth' was created by Silverback for the BBC network in Britain and was a hit

Summary: Filmmakers said they plan to use the latest Ultra HD camera technology . Eight-part series will take four years to make, will debut on Netflix in 2019 . Will focus on the Earth's last wilderness areas and the animals living there .


Paris in the spring is the time for lounging on blankets in a park while taking in the spectacular views, sipping on local wine and nibbling on a fresh baguette and ripe Camembert. Going from shop to shop to collect all of the essentials for a picnic can be a pain, so a made-to-order delivery service is making it easier for tourists to enjoy the French capital like a local. Paris Picnics saves its customers from the hassle of trawling through the marché by delivering a freshly-prepared lunch to wherever they are in the city. Visitors or locals can select made-to-order picnic baskets filled with wine, baguettes, cheese and crisps . Customers can pick from one of the four picnic options on offer and order online. Le Classique picnic, which costs €55 (£40) for two people, comes with a choice of wine, baguettes, an assortment of cheeses, charcuterie, gourmet crisps, fresh fruit, a green salad, water and a seasonal dessert. Le Chic comes in at €85 ($62) and comes with all of the above, as well as Champagne, foie gras and macarons. Customers then select where and when they want their picnic delivered to. The company recommends giving them one to two days' notice but last-minute requests can be accommodated. The Tuileries gardens near the Louvre is one of Paris' perfect picnic spots in the spring time . For an additional fee, romantics can add a photo shoot, flowers or arrange a surprise set-up - perfect for those wanting to pop the question in the city of love. Each picnic includes cutlery and a cotton blanket for sprawling on in the sunshine. And each one is delivered in a bright yellow Piaggio called Pepe. The picnics are the brainchild of American couple Patrick Johnson and Katia Kroupnik, who state on their website: 'Whether picnicking along the Canal St-Martin or under the Eiffel Tower, up in hilly Buttes Chaumont or in one of the countless parks that span Paris from the Bois de Boulogne to the Bois de Vincennes, it's easy to feel that Paris was made for le pique-nique. 'By partnering with artisan food and wine producers around France and offering free delivery to select locations across the city, Paris Picnic simplifies the process of planning and arranging a picnic.'

Summary: Customers can have a picnic basket delivered after ordering online . Paris Picnics packs all the specialties, including French bread and wine . More expensive menu options include macarons and foie gras .


A lottery winner who thought her husband was playing an April Fools' Day prank when he told her they had scooped £53million has returned to making lunches for pensioners a week after their big win. Angela Maxwell said she would not give up her five-hour shift preparing meals at the lunch club at Coningsby Community Hall in Lincolnshire despite winning millions of pounds. The 67-year-old was seen arriving there yesterday morning, just days after her husband Richard stunned her with the news they had won £53million. Scroll down for video . Angela Maxwell has returned to her shift at a local lunch club for pensioners a week after scooping £53million with her husband Richard . Asked what they planned to do with the money last week the couple, who have two adult children, said they would buy a new minibus for pensioners in the community. Otherwise they intended to carry on as normal, they said, with the occasional splurge on holidays and designer clothes. Mrs Maxwell had just returned from her shift at the community hall with a stack of dirty tea towels for washing last Thursday when she learned of the win. At first she said she thought her husband was playing an April Fools' Day prank, she said at the time. 'I just didn't believe it, then he showed me the numbers on the website and I dropped the basket of tea towels on the floor,' she said. 'I then just sat down in the chair for about half-an-hour stunned.' Despite becoming an overnight multimillionaire, Mrs Maxwell said she would not stop working at the lunch club where pensioners are served a two course meal for £3. She spent more than four hours at the club yesterday, the Mirror reports, leaving shortly before 3pm after the sitting. Mrs Maxwell said she would not give up her role at Coningsby Community Hall (pictured) where she prepares meals for pensioners . The couple said they would not change their lives too drastically despite the windfall, describing themselves as 'simple people'. 'Winning this amount of money would change anyone but we are going to try and stay grounded and live the way we've always done,' Mr Maxwell, a cancer survivor, said last week. As well as a new minibus for local pensioners, the Maxwells said they would spend their money on upgrading the family to First Class on a forthcoming holiday to New Zealand. Mr Maxwell, an avid golf fan, said he would also like to tour the world to attend tournaments and competitions. 'Richard says he wants to travel round the world watching sport. I can go with him but I don't think I'll be watching any sport. 'It'll be retail therapy for me,' added Mrs Maxwell. The couple said they planned to use the money on buying a new minibus for local pensioners and upgrading their family to First Class on an already planned holiday to New Zealand .

Summary: Angela Maxwell returned to Coningsby Community Hall yesterday morning . The 67-year-old and her husband won £53million in last week's lottery . Couple said they planned to spend money on a new minibus for local OAPs . Mrs Maxwell volunteers for the council preparing meals for pensioners . She returned to the lunchtime club yesterday morning despite the windfall .


A woman who had stars tattooed on her face says she has no choice other than to claim benefits worth £14,000-a-year because no one will employ her. Kay Bennett, 33, from Swindon, says the tattoos, which were done when she was 24, have turned her into a jobless recluse. 'Until they are removed, I won’t be able to find a job and will be stuck on benefits,' says Miss Bennett, who resigned from her last role because she felt 'left out' by colleagues, and is now hoping someone will step forward and offer to pay for her to have laser removal. Benefits: Kay Bennett, 33, from Swindon, says she can't get a job because of her six facial tattoos . ‘I can’t afford to have it done but I’m absolutely desperate to get rid of them,' says Miss Bennett, who claims she has applied for 40 jobs in the last year but without success. 'I hope my nightmare will make anyone think twice about having such visible tattoos especially on your face, neck or hands,' she says. 'I am well spoken but as soon as people see me they think I’m rough and common. People take one look at me, see the stars and automatically think I’m a criminal or on drugs. 'I’ve applied for 40 jobs in the last year alone. But as soon as I turn up for an interview I can see that person looking at the stars on my face. 'As soon as they see those stars, and the other tattoos on my neck and hands, their mind is made up. They are not going to employ me.’ Tough: She says she has applied for more than 40 jobs but has had no success because of her 18 tattoos . Embarrassed: Her six facial tattoos have left her embarrassed and as a result, she suffers from depression . Removal: She says she wants a well-wisher to pay for laser treatment - and will have to stay on benefits until then . Her handouts, which total £14,000 a year, include an employment and support allowance of £360 a fortnight and housing benefit of £400-a-month. She also gets sick money because she suffers from depression, the result, she says, of tattoo-related comfort eating that has caused her go up three dress sizes from a 12 to an 18. Another great upset is caused by being unable to find a boyfriend, which Miss Bennett says is also down to the inkings. 'I only attract bad boys,' she admits. 'Nice guys don’t fancy me because of my tattoos.’ In an ironic twist, the 33-year-old, who has 18 tattoos in total, says she got her first one as a means of boosting her confidence, which had been knocked by school bullies. 'I thought if I had tattoos I would look hard and people would think twice before picking on me,' she explains. Old life: Miss Bennett pictured before getting the tattoos and before gaining six stone . Changing shape: She blames the tattoos for causing her to shoot up from a size 12

Summary: Kay Bennett, 33, says she has been turned down for 40 jobs in the last year . Suffers depression brought on by her tattoos, which she had done at 24 . The former security worker has gained six stone due to 'comfort eating' Resigned from the only job she had in years because she felt left out . Miss Bennett is hoping someone will take pity and buy her laser removal .


A British man bled to death on holiday in Thailand after cutting himself on a mirror in a shop. Iain Mackay, 40, is believed to have argued with his Thai girlfriend moments before his death. He is also understood to have clashed with a man who was seen talking to his girlfriend at a bar. The incidents happened in Hua Hin, a coastal town and beach resort 120 miles south-west of Bangkok. Tragic: Iain Mackay, 40, (pictured) is understood to have got into a fight at the Hua Hin resort, 125 miles south of Bangkok, after discovering the woman chatting with another man at a bar in the coastal city . Thai police said Mr Mackay, from Stornoway, Scotland, was in a rage when he cut himself with a piece of glass at a shop near to the bar where he had spotted his girlfriend. Onlookers called paramedics after he was found bleeding profusely at the shop but they were unable to save him. He later died in hospital. Officials said that no crime had been committed. However, friends of Mr Mackay claim that he had clashed with another man who had been talking to his girlfriend moments before his death, the Press and Journal newspaper reported. Others said that Mr Mackay had posted links to his girlfriend’s Facebook page before his death in which she was pictured with another man. One friend said: ‘Iain was obviously upset and referred to the woman who seemed to be his own girlfriend and a mystery man as lovers.’ Those close to Mr Mackay said he had been in a relationship with his girlfriend for several years. Mr Mackay, an underwater research specialist, is believed to have been employed by seismic research company Polarcus, which is based in Dubai. Location: The resort where Mr Mackay died is in Hua Hin (pictured) - a coastal city 125 miles south of Bangkok . Sources at the company confirmed that Mr Mackay was on leave from his vessel and had told colleagues that he planned to spend his time off in Thailand. Thai officials said that Mr Mackay had died at 3pm on Saturday but relatives claim that they were told of his death on Friday. The Foreign Office also confirmed that Mr Mackay had died on Friday. A spokesman said: ‘We can confirm the death of a British national in Hua Hin, Thailand, on April 3. We are providing consular assistance to the family at this sad time.’ Mr Mackay’s death comes nine years after a British former public schoolboy was murdered after splitting with his Thai wife at the Hua Hin resort. Toby Charnaud, 41, was beaten to death with an iron bar and wooden staves by relatives of his ex-wife, Pannada Laoruang, in August 2006. Laoruang then helped them burn his body before chopping it up and scattering the remains. A Thai court at the time heard how Mr Charnaud, who was educated at Marlborough College, sold £2.5million Latimer Manor estate near Chippenham, Wiltshire, after falling in love with 35-year-old Laoruang, whom he met in

Summary: Iain Mackay, 40, saw his Thai girlfriend talking to another man in a bar . Trio reportedly got into a furious argument at the coastal Hua Hin resort . Shortly afterwards Mr Mackay appeared in a nearby shop bleeding heavily . Was suffering injuries caused by shards of glass from a smashed mirror . Paramedics were called to the scene but he died in hospital hours later .


A man has gone to extreme lengths to avoid a $600-a-month hike in child support. Matthew Bird, from Ashburton, New Zealand, halved his income by quitting his well-paid job as an agricultural adviser to become a mechanic after he realised he would be expected to pay around $1,900 a month in child support payments. He said he was happy to give up is $70,000 a year pay check for a meagre wage of $38,000 a year, if it meant his child support payment dropped to $554 a month. Matthew Bird said he was happy to give up is $70,000 a year pay check for a meagre wage of $38,000 a year, if it meant his child support payment dropped to $554 a month . Inland Revenue recently amended their child support formula which was enforced on April 1. Mr Bird has fathered three children and was previously expected to pay $1,300 a month in child support. He said once the changes were implemented his payment rose by $600, to a total of $1,900 a month. ‘I’m on half wage but I pay a third of what I used to,’ Mr Bird told NZ media. He said the increased figure is ‘unreasonable’ and he believes illegal employment will flourish under the new system. Truck driver Dean Sorenson, 28, said he's also facing financial difficulty after his child support payments increased by $172-a-month. He said while he had considered changing jobs to reduce his payment, he thought his family would end up worse off if he did. New Zealand MP Jo Goodhew said those who were struggling with the new formula could come into her office to discuss how changing jobs could affect their future payment. Ms Goodhew has invited parents to her office to discuss how the new calculations are affecting their wage . As child support payments are calculated on information provided to Inland Revenue by parents, they have advised that parents check the information they gave is still up to date to ensure their payment has been calculated correctly. A spokeswoman for Waitaki MP Jacqui Dean said her office had received three inquiries about the changes to child support payments. Ms Goodhew’s Timaru office confirmed they had dealt with five cases in 2015, however, none were in relation to the changes that took effect on April 1.

Summary: New Zealand recently changed how they calculate child support figures . Some parents are outraged, labelling the changes as 'unreasonable' One parent said he quit his job so he wouldn't have to face a $600 increase . He said after he halved his income, his payment dropped by two thirds .


Chelsea goalkeeper Thibault Courtois insists he has not lost any sleep over his high-profile errors of recent weeks. The Belgian was exceptional for the Blues in their win over Queens Park Rangers on Sunday. It was a far cry from his displays in Chelsea's previous two matches, however. Thibaut Courtois (centre) was in phenomenal form as Chelsea beat rivals Queens Park Rangers on Sunday . Courtois (centre) has struggled in previous weeks and his error led to a goal for Hull on March 22 . Courtois cut a despondent man against Hull (left) but was back on form against QPR on Sundat . His poor touch allowed Abel Hernandez to score in Chelsea's 3-2 win over Hull on March 22 before Stoke's Charlie Adam beat him from 66 yards last weekend. But Courtois says his confidence levels have not waned as a result. 'I never doubted that I can't catch the ball. Against Hull, I just tried to make the best solution,' he said. 'It was not the best control, but in the second half I showed that I am mentally strong and I saved the team. 'Against Stoke, if you want to play high as a team, you as a goalkeeper have to play high as a team as well. Charlie Adam did a good strike and that can happen. 'But I showed against QPR that if you play high, you can go get the ball from the midfield. If I'm on the 16 yard box, I can go get it there. For me it's not a problem. Courtois has also faced criticism for failing to keep out Charlie Adam's 66-yard strike against Stoke . Courtois (right) said he never doubted himself during his indifferent spell of form for Chelsea . 'I continue. I never doubt myself. That's my strength. I helped the team with two good saves against QPR and I'm happy. 'The most important thing is the team and against Hull and Stoke we still won. 'I'm 22 and still learning. These were moments which I could learn from.'

Summary: Thibaut Courtois went into the QPR game in inconsistent form for Chelsea . He had been criticised for his performances against Hull and Stoke . But he excelled at QPR and said he never doubted his form would return . CLICK HERE for Neil Ashton's match report from Loftus Road .


Incredible pictures have shown the moment ferocious red sandstorms currently engulfing China devoured a city in the country's north west. China's pollution hit cities are now having to cope with a fresh nuisance after the fourth massive sandstorm struck the north-west of the country this year alone. The images show the city of Golmud, in the country's north west Qinghai Province, as it succumbs to a sweeping half-hour sandstorm which reduced the visibility to as little as 30 metres, according to The People's Daily Online. The raging sand storm sweeps in on the city of Golmud in north west China, where 200,000 people live . The sandstorm was the fourth to hit the area this year as authorities struggle to deal with the natural hazards . China's Meteorlogical Centre issued a blue alert as the sandstorms swept across the north of the country . China's National Meteorological Centre (NMC) has now issued a blue alert for the latest sandstorms to hit the northern regions. The red sand swept across the northern part of the country bringing strong winds and floating sand to the regions of Xinjiang, Inner Mongolia, Gansu, Ningxia and Shaanxi, in what was the fourth sandstorm to hit the area this year. The organisation advised residents to stay indoors and local authorities to brace for the clean-up operation after the sandstorms. China's four-tier colour-coded weather warning system signifies red as the most severe followed by orange, yellow and blue. Photos of the city of Dunhuang in the north-western province of Gansu show the thick orange haze coating the city's atmosphere and the lack of people on the streets gave the area an almost alien planet appearance. A local meteorologist said visibility was reduced to less than 50metres in downtown areas. Police spokesman Hui Chuang said: 'The storm forced most people to stay indoors because it was difficult to drive anyway given the low visibility and also hard to breathe without inhaling sand. 'It also forced the closure of the nearby Mogao Grottoes.' The site is a UNESCO world heritage tourist site renowned for its massive sculptures and frescoes carved in caves along a cliff. Golmud was left covered in a remarkable red haze when the sand cloud blew across the city yesterday . Traffic was brought to a standstill and residents fled for cover when the storm hit . Two local government officers attempt to sweep the sand off the city's pavements . Cars switched on their lights in order to navigate their way through the billowing sand cloud . A police cruiser makes it way through the traffic amid yesterday's ferocious sandstorm . The colour-coded weather warning system designated the sandstorm blue in an attempt to forewarn residents . Two men look out across the city where visibility was in some areas reduced to 50m .

Summary: Incredible pictures show a city in China devoured by a giant sandstorm . Golmud, in the country's north west, was yesterday blasted for half an hour . The entire city turned red as it was covered by the brightly-coloured sand . As residents fled the streets, the city took on a Mars-type appearance .


A woman was caught on camera sobbing with blood on her face as she was being arrested for the stabbing death of her husband in San Diego Sunday. Sandra Mathis, 52, surrendered to police just after 4.45pm in the 1800 block of Commercial Street after police say she repeatedly plunged a knife into her husband's upper torso. The 48-year-old victim was discovered lying on the ground unresponsive with blood gushing from a wound in his neck. He was taken to UCSD Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead from his injuries two hours later. Scroll down for video . Bloody Sunday: Sandra Mathis, 52, was charged with murder after police say she stabbed her 48-year-old husband multiple times in the upper torso after an argument. The woman was caught on camera weeping with blood on her face during her arrest Sunday . In broad daylight: Mathis' 48-year-old husband was found bleeding from a wound in his neck under a bridge in the 1800 block of Commercial Street in San Diego Sunday afternoon . According to police, the victim and his wife were homeless and living in a makeshift tent camp under a bridge in the Barrio Logan section of San Diego. Police officers who responded to the scene found Sandra Mathis trying to revive her mortally wounded husband, but to no avail, according to the station CBS8. News cameras were rolling as the dishevelled, blood-spattered woman missing several teeth was placed in handcuffs. Mrs Mathis was charged with murder and taken to the Los Colinas Detention Facility. Responding officers seized a knife believed to be the murder weapon from the scene. First aid: Officers found Sandra Mathis trying to revive her mortally wounded husband . Strained marriage: Mathis and her husband were homeless and suffering from alcohol problems . Police said there was no history of domestic violence between the couple down-on-their-luck couple, but their friends said they both had a drinking problem. Investigators say the stabbing was sparked by an argument between the husband and wife. Carmen Chambers, who knew Mathis and her spouse, said they appeared to be devoted to one another, but their difficult circumstances may have put a strain on their relationship.

Summary: Sandra Mathis, 52, charged with murder for allegedly stabbing 48-year-old husband multiple times after argument . Mathis was caught on camera weeping with blood on her face as she was being handcuffed . Couple, who had problems with alcohol, lived in makeshift camp under a bridge in San Diego .


David Moore, 25, went berserk with road rage after leaving his home only to immediately find himself nose-to-nose on a heavily congested street with Rafal Cegielka, 45, who was picking up his child . A driver punched a father on the school run then smashed up his car with a hockey stick in front of young children because he was having a 'bad day' and saw red, a court has heard. David Moore, 25, went berserk with road rage after leaving his home only to immediately find himself bumper-to-bumper on a heavily congested street with Rafal Cegielka, 45, who was picking up his child from St John's Primary School, in Burnley, Lancashire. Burnley Magistrates' Court heard that the pair had both wound down their car windows, when Moore then jumped out of his vehicle, and punched Mr Cegielka through his open car window. He then ripped away a fencing panel from a nearby garden and chased the victim's vehicle with it as he tried to drive off. Finally, he then armed himself with the hockey stick from his home, and shouted: 'I'll f***ing kill him' in the street, before running after Mr Cegielka again and smashing up his car while he was still in it. The court heard the force of the attack caused damage worth £500. Moore later told police police he had had a 'bad day' and 'his head was all over the place.' At Burnley magistrates court Moore admitted assault by beating, destroying £100 worth of fencing and damaging Mr Cegielka's car, on March 2. He was given 16 weeks in prison, suspended for two years and was ordered to attend the Resolve programme to address his violence and temper. he was also ordered to pay £650 compensation. Prosecutor Eddie Harrison told the court the incident occurred at 2.50pm on March 2, as the victim drove onto Brent Street, which is very narrow and came nose to nose with another vehicle. The cars then became level, going in different directions. Moore, who was at the wheel of the other vehicle, wound down his window and Mr Cegielka did the same, wondering what he was going to say. But Moore got out of his car, walked over and punched the victim in the face. He then grabbed Mr Cegielka's ignition keys and hurled them into the vehicle. Mr Harrison added: 'The complainant says the defendant was totally out of control and continued shouting and swearing. Burnley Magistrates' Court heard that the pair had both wound down their car windows to exchange words outside St John's Primary School, in Burnley, Lancashire (pictured), when Moore then jumped out of his car, and punched Mr Cegielka through his open car window. He then ripped away a fencing panel from a nearby garden and chased the victim's vehicle with it as he tried to drive off . 'He was frightened by this behaviour and started his engine and drove away. 'He could see the male following him and it's at this point that the defendant has gone to a fence at a house in

Summary: David Moore, 25, 'saw red' after leaving his home only to immediately find himself nose-to-nose on a heavily congested street with Rafal Cegielka, 45 . Pair went to 'have words' through window when Moore hit Mr Cegielka . He then armed himself with hockey stick, and shouted: 'I'll f***ing kill him' The court heard Moore had had a 's**t day' had seen red and was sorry .


In 2011 the unmanned Dawn spacecraft became humanity’s first ever emissary to the huge asteroid Vesta, which resides in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. And using images collected by the spacecraft, Nasa has unveiled an interactive tool that lets you explore this world. Using the map you can see a huge amount of features on Vesta, from craters to the amount of sunlight hitting the surface - and switching to ‘3D mode’ also lets you fly around like you were in your own spacecraft. Called Vesta Trek, the interactive programme lets you explore massive craters on the body - which has no atmosphere, and thus no protection like our own Earth. Vesta, discovered in 1807, is the second most massive body in the asteroid belt after the dwarf planet Ceres - which Dawn has now travelled to. It completes a rotation every five hours and 18 minutes, with a temperature ranging from -3°C (27°F) to -188°C (-306°F). Some meteorites on Earth have been found to originate from places like Vesta. As you explore the asteroid, you will come across various ‘troughs’ - areas where the ground sinks away. The largest of these is up to 12 miles (20km) wide and 289 miles (465km) long, similar in size to the Grand Canyon on Earth. Elsehwere there are craters, hills and mountains on the surface, most formed by impacts. On the map you can switch between three main views - over the North Pole, a Global view or looking down onto the South Pole. Various tools also let you find out more information about the asteroid. You can draw lines on the surface to see elevation levels, place a pin to see how the angle of the sun changes at a location over time, or even draw a box to generate files to use with a 3D printer. There’s also an option to 3D print an entire model of Vesta. Nasa scientists in California have revealed an interactive 3D map for Vesta (shown) using images from the Dawn spacecraft. The map lets you see features on the surface including craters, hills, mountains and even 'canyons' You can also measure elevation changes on the surface and see different measurement data. And a 'gaming mode' lets you fly around the largest asteroid in the solar system using your keyboard's arrow keys. In the bottom right of the map is a scale, where you can change the units of measurement by clicking. Aside from using imperial and metric units of measurement - kilometres and miles - it also lets you measure distances in Golden Gate Bridges, football fields and school buses. Various data can also be overlayed on the map, such as the amount of iron or hydrogen in certain regions. The Dawn spacecraft spent a year, from 2011 to 2012, mapping and exploring Vesta. It is so large compared to other asteroids that is sometimes referred to as a minor planet. The spacecraft is now orbiting the dwarf planet Ceres, and over the next few months will be spiraling down closer and closer to

Summary: Nasa scientists in California have revealed an interactive 3D map for Vesta using images from the Dawn spacecraft . The map lets you see features on the surface including craters, hills, mountains and even 'canyons' You can also measure elevation changes on the surface and see different measurement data . And a 'gaming mode' lets you fly around the largest asteroid in the solar system using your keyboard's arrow keys .