Four-year-old James Hayward had his toy gun confiscated at East Midlands Airport . A four-year-old boy was frisked by airport security and then forced to hand over his plastic nerf gun after it was deemed a security risk. James Hayward had arrived at East Midlands Airport with his parents, Phil, 44, and Hazel, 38, with his brightly coloured toy - which fires sponge darts - packed in his hand luggage for their flight out to Lanzarote. But security officers, who were described as 'over-zealous' by the boy's father, then took exception to James's harmless toy when it was picked up on the system's X-ray machines. They demanded he hand it over, and they also performed a thorough patting down and inspection of the primary school child. Dad Phil has labelled the security checks 'ludicrous' and criticized how staff reacted in the situation. Mr Hayward, a software engineer, said: 'Fair enough they are thorough but it just seemed a bit ludicrous to take a plastic gun away from a four-year-old. 'We were so late by this point I didn't have time to stop and argue with them so we just had to leave it because we didn't want to miss our flight. 'I explained to James we would get him a new one when we got back from our holiday. We were going for 10 days in Lanzarote over Easter. 'I thought it was a bit over-zealous of the security staff considering how many people were trying to get through at the time. 'No wonder it was taking so long if they wanted to pat down every little kid. Scroll down for video . After returning from the holiday to Lanzarote, the four-year-old boy was bought a replacement toy gun . The smile is back on James Hayward's face following the confiscation of his toy gun at East Midlands Airport . The £6 plastic gadget was described as a semi-automatic soft dart gun by its manufacturers, and James was bought a new one off eBay when the family returned from their holidays. East Midlands Airport apologised for the inconvenience but pointed out they had offered to post the toy back to the family's home in Doncaster, South Yorkshire. Defending the decision a spokeswoman said: 'The safety and security of our passengers is our first priority and all regulations on security are set by the government. 'This regulation states that no items may be permitted through security that resemble a prohibited item.' The hand luggage restrictions on all UK flights is set by the Department of Transport, and while there is no specific mention of models and makes of such 'toy guns,' the prohibited list does include 'replica or model guns.' East Midlands Airport said that 'no items may be permitted through security that resemble a prohibited item'

Summary: James Hayward was flying with parents Phil and Hazel to Lanzarote . But X-ray machine picked out his nerf toy gun on security scan . Four-year-old was then patted down and forced to hand over toy . Airport insist they have offered to post the item back to boy's home in Doncaster, South Yorkshire .


The leaders of Britain's seven main political parties went head-to-head in an unprecedented TV debate on Thursday as the nation prepares for this year's general election. Nobody is expected to win a majority when votes are cast on May 7 in what is being touted as the closest and most unpredictable race since the 1970s. Prime Minister David Cameron, of the Conservatives, narrowly topped the polls assessing who 'won' the two-hour clash against six other parties in an unusual format for Britain. Crucially, 33 per cent of the 7.4 million viewers hailed Cameron as 'the most impressive' on the subject of the economy, which lies at the heart of each party's campaign. But pollsters refuse to predict whether it will be Cameron or the Labour Party's Ed Miliband who takes the top job in an inevitable coalition after votes are cast. Scroll down for video . The build-up: Prime Minister David Cameron went head-to-head with six other party leaders in a TV debate on Thursday night in an unusual format for Britain. It comes six weeks ahead of the general election on May 7 . Neck-and-neck: Cameron was hailed as statesmanlike in the debate as he tries to edge out Miliband (right) Nicola Sturgeon, of the pro-independence Scottish National Party (SNP), was widely touted as one of the victors in the debate, which also featured the environment-focused Green Party, led by Natalie Bennett, and Wales' Plaid Cymru, led by Leanne Wood. Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg, leader of the Liberal Democrats, and Nigel Farage of the UK Independence Party completed the line-up. Analysts remarked that none of the leaders managed to deliver a 'killer line' that would set them apart from the other participants. 'There was clearly no knock-out blow,' said Peter Kellner of pollster YouGov. Jonny Tudor, 17, who asked one of the questions on the night, said afterwards: 'Some performed well in answer to certain questions, other performed well on different subjects, but there was no definitive winner.' A rare moment of drama came when a female audience member briefly interrupted Cameron to complain about the number of homeless people sleeping in the streets. Too close to call? Pollsters refuse to predict whether it will be the Labour Party's Ed Miliband (left) or David Cameron (right) in the top job after votes are cast. But polls named Cameron as last night's debate 'winner' Range: Nicola Sturgeon, leader of the pro-independence Scottish National Party, was touted as one of the victors. Analysts remarked that none of the seven leaders delivered a 'killer line' to stand out from the rest . Rare moment of drama: A woman stood up during the debate to heckle Cameron about homelessness . But in a result that will calm Conservative nerves, a Comres/ITV poll showed 40 per cent of voters asked afterwards judged Cameron was the most capable of leading Britain, compared to 28 per cent who named Miliband. The event was the first and only full TV debate of a campaign that has yet to stir voters, many of whom say they feel jaded despite

Summary: Prime Minister David Cameron faced six other party leaders . None of the leaders are expected to land a majority in the May 7 election . No leader delivered 'killer line' but he was 'most impressive' on economy . Pollsters touting this election as closest since 1970s, inevitable coalition .


Genetically engineering plants and crops to change their DNA has been a cause of much controversy in recent years. But new research has found that Mother Nature might be making its own GM food, as sweet potatoes have been found to genetically modify themselves. And this seems to have been occurring for thousands of years, meaning humans have been unknowingly eating GM foods for much longer than they thought. Scientists in Belgium say all sweet potatoes (stock image shown) contain 'foreign DNA'. Agrobacterium bacteria in the crop exchanges genes between species. This makes sweet potatoes a 'natural genetically modified organism'. And humans have been eating it for thousands of years . The remarkable finding of ‘foreign DNA’ in the vegetable shows that it contains a type of natural genetically modified organism (GMO). The research was conducted by scientists from Ghent University in Belgium and the International Potato Institute (CIP). Sweet potato is one of the most important food crops for human consumption, especially in Sub-Sahara Africa, parts of Asia and the Pacific islands. It is one of the earliest domesticated crops with archeological findings in caves of the Cholca Canyon in Peru that are 8,000 to 10,000 years old. Despite the name, sweet potato is not related to potato; we eat the tuber from potato, while from sweet potato mainly the storage root is eaten. Other sweet potato parts are edible, such as the leaves. It is not the first instance of natural GMOs to be found, but it is the first in sweet potatoes - a major crop plant. And the researchers say sweet potatoes all over the world contain this genetic modification. The study focused around bacteria called Agrobacterium, sometimes referred to as ‘nature’s genetic engineer.’ It is known to do something called ‘horizontal gene transfer’, which involves exchanging genes between different species - in contrast to normal gene transfer within one species. Agrobacterium is specialised to transfer part of its own DNA, called T-DNA, to plants - and it was this T-DNA that was found in sweet potatoes. In total the researchers studied 291 samples of sweet potato from the Americas, Africa, Asia and Oceania, and found evidence of Agrobacterium in all of them. Agrobacterium is known to do something called ‘horizontal gene transfer’, which involves exchanging genes between different species - in contrast to normal gene transfer within one species. This so-called transgenic process is similar to the artificial process induced by humans (stock image shown) Sweet potato (shown) is one of the most important food crops for human consumption, especially in Sub-Sahara Africa, parts of Asia and the Pacific islands. It is one of the earliest domesticated crops with archeological findings in caves of the Cholca Canyon in Peru that are 8,000 to 10,000 years old . ‘The natural presence of Agrobacterium T-DNA in sweet potato and its stable inheritance during evolution is a beautiful example of the possibility of DNA exchange across species barriers,’ said Dr Lieve Gheysen, one of the researchers involved. ‘It demonstrates that genetic modification also happens in nature.’ The research suggests that

Summary: Scientists in Belgium say all sweet potatoes contain 'foreign DNA' Agrobacterium bacteria in the crop exchanges genes between species . This makes sweet potatoes a 'natural genetically modified organism' And humans have been eating it for thousands of years .


A Spanish priest has stunned viewers and judges on a talent show with his remarkable rendition of Angels. Father Damian Maria Montes, 29, from Madrid, was appearing on the Spanish version of The Voice when he belted out the Robbie Williams 1997 ballad while donning his priest's collar. As he launched himself into the chorus, the audience whooped with delight as the judges sat wide-eyed in amazement. Scroll down for video . Shock performance: Father Damian Maria Montes belts out the 1997 Robbie Williams classic, stunning viewers and judges on the Spanish version of The Voice . After finishing his stunning performance, the Redemptorist Missionary claimed he had been singing since he was 16 years old and had always wanted to be a musical artist. But he claimed he turned to the church first as he wanted to 'make sense of life'. He said: 'My goal is to convey through music all the love in the world.' Viewer Carlos Carrasco, 26, said: 'Angels is one of my favourite songs of all time and I never thought I'd hear a better version than Robbie's. But this priest blew me away.' Another, Maria Navarro, 22, said: 'When he started singing there was such beautiful innocence in his voice I felt myself moved to tears.' Lofty dreams: Father Montes claimed he had been singing since he was 16 years old and had always wanted to be a musical artist . Talented clergyman: The priest said he turned to the church before chasing his singing dream as he wanted to 'make sense of life' Meanwhile, show judge Antonio Orozco, 42, joked: 'I could help you to win The Voice if you help me get into Heaven, because I do not have any points yet in that contest.' Now the singing priest has been compared to Italian nun Sister Christina who shot to fame after appearing in the Italian version of The Voice performing an Alicia Keys song. Footage of the nun belting out hit single No One in full habit racked up 30 million hits on YouTube in just seven days. Sister Cristina, who grew up in a small town outside Palermo, got her first taste of stardom aged 17 when she was offered the starring role in a musical put on by an order of nuns about their founder St Ursula. The singing priest has been compared to Italian nun Sister Christina who shot to fame after appearing in the Italian version of The Voice performing an Alicia Keys song . Sister Cristina Scuccia stunned judges on the Italian version of The Voice last year with her version of Alicia Keys song No One. The footage racked up 30-million hits on YouTube in just seven days .

Summary: Father Damian Maria Montes stunned viewers with his version of Angels . Priest, 29, of Madrid, said he once hoped to become a professional singer . But before chasing dream he turned to the church to 'make sense of life'


This is the unfortunate moment a twelve tonne double decker bus broke down - and was pushed to safety by the driver and a group of helpful passengers. The massive bus broke down en route to the Stagecoach depot in Dover, Kent, so the unlucky driver was forced to ask passengers, colleagues and locals to give him a helping hand. Around seven proactive members of the public and bus company workers teamed up and managed to move the heavy bus - which weighs the same as two fully-grown African elephants. The 12-tonne double decker bus (pictured) broke down on its way to the Stagecoach depot in Dover, Kent - and the unlucky driver was forced to ask passengers, colleagues and locals to give him a helping hand . The group managed to succesfully roll the huge bus - which can carry up to 80 passengers - through the streets and on to the local depot. The moment was captured by Dover resident Stephen Davies last week. Mr Davies, 57, said: 'It broke down at the traffic lights but fortunately it was only around the corner from the bus depot so all the drivers came round to push it back. 'A few passengers got out to help too.' The group managed to roll the huge bus - which can carry up to 80 passengers - through the streets of Dover .

Summary: Passengers forced to get out and push after 12-tonne bus broke down . Double decker was stranded in Dover town centre during incident . Driver asked passengers and residents to help get his vehicle to depot .


In the ancient Inca kingdom, the wheel was yet to be invented, iron was foreign and steel was unheard of. So when the Incas needed to travel across the Andes, they did so on handwoven rope bridges, stretched over gorges and rivers. Five hundred years later, just one of the Inca rope bridges remains: the Keshwa Chaca, which spans the Apurimac River near Huinchiri, Peru, in the Province of Canas. Dangerous work: Local villagers work on renewing the Keshwa Chaca - the last Inca rope bridge - in the Andes near Huinchiri, Peru . Incredible skill: The 90ft long Keshwa Chaca remains thanks to local villagers who rebuild the bridge each year using the same techniques as their Inca ancestors . As they expanded their empire, the Incas built an entire network of bridges to move armies, people and goods quickly and efficiently over the mountains. Even though it would take another 300 years before suspension bridges came to Europe, it is estimated that the Inca kingdom was connected by some 200, all made by hand. The bridges were an integral part of the incredible Inca road system that stretches for 25,000 miles, from modern-day Ecuador to Argentina. The last Incas disappeared in the early 17th century, and over the years their bridges followed. The Keshwa Chaca remains thanks to local villagers who rebuild the bridge each year using the same techniques as their Inca ancestors. Craft: The ropes for the bridge are made from the 'ichu' grass, which is braided by the local villagers . Safe walk: Although the Keshwa Chaca bridge may look frail, it has been proven to support the weight of 56 people standing across the walkway . Ready to go: As the last Inca bridge, Keshwa Chaca has become a tourist attraction, with visitors paying a small fee to walk across the gorge . Ancient tradition: It takes three days to rebuild the Keshwa Chaca, which is done in June every year . It spans 90ft over the Apurimac River some 100ft below, and villagers claim it has been there for 500 years. In the Inca days, local villagers would rebuild the Keshwa Chaca each year as a way of paying tax, but in modern times residents of the region keep the ancient tradition and skills alive by renewing the bridge every June. After the bridge has been built, it is left to disintegrate before being constructed again the next year. The raw material is 'ichu', a type of grass common on the sparse mountainsides of the Andes, which is braided into rope for the bridge. Each household in the four nearby villages is responsible for bringing 90 feet of braided grass rope, Slate reports. The bridge consists of five parallel 'ichu' ropes, which are braided to be about four inches thick, fastened at stone platforms on each side of the gorge. The floor or walkway is of small sticks and canes, fastened transversely with raw-hide strings, and two thick ropes are tied between the platforms as armrails. It takes three days to renew the Keshwa Chaca,

Summary: Inca kingdom in the Andes was connected via handwoven rope bridges . Today, only one bridge remains - the Keshwa Chaca near Huinchiri, Peru . The 90ft-long bridge is rebuilt by villagers over three days every June, before gradually disintegrating each time . Locals use the same techniques to make the rope as their Inca ancestors .


A new diet could more than halve a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, according to new research. Experts said the diet, known by the acronym MIND, could reduce the risk of the illness even if it not meticulously followed. The 'Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay' (MIND) diet includes at least three daily servings of wholegrains and salad – along with an extra vegetable and a glass of wine. The new diet could more than halve a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, new research has found, and even has an effect when a person doesn't follow it meticulously . These 'brain-healthy foods' lowered the risk of Alzheimer's by 53 per cent in those who stuck to the diet rigidly. For those that followed it moderately well, it lowered the risk by about 35 per cent. Professor Martha Morris, a nutritional epidemiologist of the Rush University Medical Centre in Chicago, said: 'One of the more exciting things about this is that people who adhered even moderately to the MIND diet had a reduction in their risk for Alzheimer's disease. 'I think that will motivate people.' Professor Morris and her colleagues developed the MIND diet based on years of past research about what foods and nutrients have good and bad effects on the functioning of the brain. This is the first study to relate the MIND diet to Alzheimer's disease. 'I was so very pleased to see the outcome we got from the new diet,' she said. The MIND diet is a hybrid of the Mediterranean and DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diets, both of which have been found to reduce the risk of cardiovascular conditions, like high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke. Wine is a 'healthy brain food', researchers said . 10 HEALTHY BRAIN FOODS: . Green leafy vegetables . Other vegetables . Nuts . Berries . Beans . Wholegrains . Fish . Poultry . Olive oil . Wine . 5 UNHEALTHY BRAIN FOODS: . Red meats . Butter and margarine . Cheese . Pastries and sweets . Fried or fast food . Some researchers have found that the two older diets provide protection against dementia as well. In the latest study, the MIND diet was compared with the two other diets. People with high adherence to the DASH and Mediterranean diets also had reductions in Alzheimer's disease— 39 per cent with the DASH diet and 54 per cent with the Mediterranean diet. However, the diets had negligible benefits when people only adhered to it moderately. Professor Morris added that the MIND diet is also easier to follow than the Mediterranean diet, which calls for daily consumption of fish and three to four daily servings of fruits and vegetables. The MIND diet has 15 components, including 10 'brain-healthy food groups' — green leafy vegetables, other vegetables, nuts, berries, beans, whole grains, fish, poultry, olive oil and wine. It also has five unhealthy groups that comprise red meats, butter and stick margarine, cheese, pastries and sweets, and fried or fast food. The MIND diet includes at least three servings of wholegrains,

Summary: Called the 'Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay' Diet even reduces Alzheimer's risk by 35% if not meticulously followed . Includes 10 healthy food groups like fish, poultry, olive oil, beans and nuts . Involves avoiding unhealthy brain foods like cheese, butter and sweets .


Earlier this week, Brazilian commuter Nelson Felippe was deeply offended by a scene he witnessed on a train platform. He proceeded to take a photo, and express his disapproval on Facebook, after which the image was shared more than 100,000 times in 24 hours. In the picture, taken on a train platform in Rio de Janeiro, two women hug and gaze into each others' eyes, but the source of his outrage soon becomes clear in a post that cleverly spoofs conservative attitudes. Brazilian man, Nelson Felippe posted this image, expressing his disapproval at the 'scene'. The viewer believes he is conducting a homophobic rant, as he mentions: 'They are challenging social conventions, and this can be dangerous' In his Facebook post, Felippe stated: 'I am not prejudiced, I think everyone does what they want out of your life. But I find it absurd that I should be forced to witness a scene like this. 'What one does in private is your business, but what you do in public concerns me yes. And I refuse to see a scene like this and consider it normal.' A man breaks safety regulations by standing with his foot on the yellow line . 'I do not wish ill of anyone, but people should be preserved. [They] are challenging social conventions, and this can be dangerous. Continuing with what the unknowing reader assumes at this point is a homophobic rant, the next part of the post starts to become confusing. 'If after a tragedy strikes, or worse, if someone dies, who will put the blame on who? On me? Worst of all is the example for children. Suddenly it becomes clear what Felippe, who works at the Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro, is really warning against - with his tongue firmly in this cheek. 'What would happen to a child who sees this scene every day? 'Kids will think it's normal to wait for the subway on the yellow line. So, don't act like that guy over there. 'Follow the example of the girls.' It seems the Brazilian commuter was in fact observing a public transport safety regulation, which the man in the far top-right is clearly breaking. Felippe warns others not to follow in the delinquent man's footsteps. The post has received thousands of comments with users applauding his witty way of exposing homophobia. Leando Da Silver wrote: 'Great text. Shows that do not need to be boring to combat homophobia.' Celia Rodrigues added: 'There are people that judge before concluding the reading.'

Summary: Image shows two women hugging among commuters on a train platform . Nelson Felippe, from Rio de Janeiro, expressed disapproval of the scene . The angry Facebook post received over 100,000 shares in 24 hours . But Nelson was using the picture to send-up homophobic attitudes .


Two whisky casks were given a royal seal as the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall visited a new distillery. Charles and Camilla, who are known as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay in Scotland, were invited to fit the bungs to the casks on a tour of the Ballindalloch Distillery in Aberdeenshire. But they will have to wait around eight to 10 years to sample the single malt as the owners plan to allow it to mature. Two whisky casks were given a royal seal as the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall visited a new distillery . Charles and Camilla, who are known as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay in Scotland, were invited to fit the bungs to the casks on a tour of the Ballindalloch Distillery in Aberdeenshire . The whisky from both casks will then be bottled to the benefit of the royal visitors' charities. The couple met construction workers involved in converting the old steading building and talked to staff who will run the distillery. They then formally opened the site, which began production in September last year, by unveiling a plaque. Described as Scotland's first single estate distillery, the owners harvest barley from their own farm, distil and mature the whisky on the estate and use the water which runs through the land. The Duke and Duchess, who were both dressed in tartan, often visit businesses in the area as it is close to the Queen's Balmoral estate . The couple met construction workers involved in converting the old steading building and talked to staff who will run the distillery . Guy Macpherson-Grant, whose family own the distillery, said: 'I think it's a tremendous honour that the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay made time in their busy diaries to come here. 'I think the Prince of Wales, who I spoke to, was tremendously impressed by the stonework, the carpentry, the tiling - the whole way the old has been made to work with the new. 'Those casks which they placed the bungs into will now be on the rack quietly maturing away.' Described as Scotland's first single estate distillery, the owners harvest barley from their own farm, distil and mature the whisky on the estate and use the water which runs through the land . Guy Macpherson-Grant, whose family own the distillery, said: 'I think the Prince of Wales was tremendously impressed by the stonework, the carpentry, the tiling - the whole way the old has been made to work with the new.' They then formally opened the site, which began production in September last year, by unveiling a plaque . Earlier, Charles and Camilla visited the nearby Walkers Shortbread factory in Aberlour where they were given a tour of a new meringue-making facility. Joseph Walker founded his shortbread company in 1898 in a village bakery, and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren now run seven factories in the area. The Duke and Duchess, who were both dressed in tartan, often visit businesses in the area as it is close to the Queen's Balmoral estate.

Summary: The couple were invited to fit bungs into two single malt whiksy casks . They are known as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay in Scotland . Both wore tartan for the visit . Will have to wait 8-10 years for a tipple while the whisky matures .


Inter Milan are set to turn to Lucas Leiva and Alex Song if their pursuit of Manchester City pair Stevan Jovetic and Yaya Toure fails. Roberto Mancini has Liverpool midfielder Leiva and Barcelona's Song, currently on loan at West Ham, on his list of alternatives if Jovetic and Toure prove too costly. Inter sporting director Piero Ausilio told Sky Italia: 'Dreams are beautiful, I'm trying to prepare something and I hope my dreams come true. Lucas Leiva (left) is believed to be a target for Inter Milan and could leave Liverpool in the summer . Alex Song has impressed during his loan spell at West Ham United and would be available for a transfer . 'Jovetic? In the past there was something, especially last summer. We had gone quite a bit forward in the negotiations, we were hoping to conclude the deal but then Negredo became injured and Manchester City changed their minds. 'He is a great player, he fits the profile of the player we are looking for. He is not very young but he is fully mature and still has a lot to give. He is a very talented player but the English club buys very often but seldom sells.' Jovetic looks likely to leave the Etihad this summer after being omitted from the club's Champions League squad earlier this season to make room for January signing Wilfried Bony. The Premier League champions rejected several bids from Inter last summer, while Juventus showed interest in the Montenegro star during the last transfer window. Roberto Mancini remains keen on the Manchester City duo he worked with while he was at the club . Yaya Toure (left) and Stevan Jovetic both look set to leave the club in the summer and Inter are keen . Toure, meanwhile, has been heavily linked with a move this summer and Mancini made his admiration known for the Ivorian earlier this month. Mancini said: 'Yaya has played in every top League, apart from Germany and Italy. 'If, as it seems, he wants to have an experience in Italy, then there is this possibility he could come here. 'It won’t be easy, but he’s a player with incredible technique and character. Would Inter be his first choice? That’s certain.'

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It is the ground on which their husbands fought during the First World War. One hundred years on, these war widows are visiting the battlefields in Gallipoli - many of them for the first time. The war widows - who were much younger than their returned servicemen husbands - will be the guests of honour at the Gallipoli dawn service on Saturday. Among them is Jean Pockett, who experienced a little heart scare as she arrived in Turkey on Thursday. As she landed, she didn't feel so well and had to see the doctor. Scroll down for video . Jean Pockett, the widow of Private Arthur Herbert Pockett , is one of 10 war widows brought to Gallipoli by the Department of Veteran's Affairs for Anzac Day this Saturday on the Gallipoli Peninsular . Mrs Pockett (left) is the widow of Private Arthur Pockett (right), who fought with Australian forces on the Western Front during the First World War . Married life taught Mrs Pockett about the difficulties faced by war widows, who have often given so much to support men left damaged by war . 'He said "I'm sure you've got a heart murmur". I said what a load of garbage,' Mrs Pockett said, sitting in an armchair at her hotel in the southern Turkish city of Canakkale. Mrs Pockett is the widow of Private Arthur Pockett, who fought with Australian forces on the Western Front during the First World War. She's one of 10 World War One widows who have travelled to Gallipoli - a group who between them have a deeper understanding of the sacrifice and hardship of war than all the 10,500 Australians and New Zealanders who will see the dawn service on the historic battlefields. Arthur Pockett lost both legs as a result of his wounds at Passchendaele. He and Jean met and married after the war, when Jean was his neighbour and began helping the much older Arthur to look after his cat. Married life was difficult as Arthur suffered continually from his injuries. 'He was on morphine all the time and it was not a very happy union really because he spent more time in hospital than at home.' Ruth Littler - widow of Lieutenant Burnett Littler - arrived at Gallipoli on Thursday, April 22 . Ruth Littler's husband Lieutenant Guy Littler (right) was sent from Egypt to the Western Front where he collected a lifelong souvenir - shrapnel in his neck . Seeing the Gallipoli cliffs for the first time was an emotional experience for Mrs Littler. 'I was blown away,' she said . But married life also taught Jean about the difficulties faced by war widows, who have often given so much to support men left damaged by war. She is deeply involved in the War Widows Guild of Queensland, the Gallipoli Medical Research Foundation and volunteers at hospitals. With her commitment to the legacy of soldiers, Mrs Pockett has a special reason for being in Gallipoli this year. 'I was on the spot where we're going for Anzac Day over 40 years

Summary: Ten Australian war widows travelled to Gallipoli to attend this Saturday's Anzac centenary commemorations . The group - who were much younger than their husbands - are guests of honour at the Gallipoli dawn service . They will join more than 10,000 Australians and New Zealanders at the ANZAC Commemorative site at Gallipoli .


Preconceptions, I find, can be really unhelpful, so before travelling to The Datai, a luxury hotel in Malaysia, I decided not to find out anything about it. I preferred instead to be delighted - or otherwise - on arrival. I was travelling with my old mucker Doon Mackichan (from Smack The Pony, Plebs, The Day Today). Our paths first crossed almost 30 years ago as rookies on the comedy circuit, but since then we have, by chance, both acquired part-time homes in the same seaside town. It is Doon who has taught me to stride like a warrior into the freezing Channel. Luxury personified: The Datai Hotel has all the colour and wonder of the Emerald City, says Maria McErlane . Setting off for the Far East, there was something of the Hinge and Bracket about us, blithering away in actressy tones, trying to charm the Air Malaysia crew into granting us a cheeky upgrade. (Which failed.) But that was soon forgotten and the joy of leaving Britain behind in cold mid-December was fully realised when we disembarked into the densely tropical humidity of Langkawi. After a 30-minute taxi ride through darkness and impenetrable forests, The Datai appeared with all the colour and wonder of the Emerald City. Full-size carved horses illuminated by antique torches guarded the entrance, as beautiful silk sari-clad Malaysian staff welcomed us with cocktails. In the background, the ubiquitous lobby pianist/singer warbled away to I Just Called To Say I Love You. A minor note of tedium. Langkawi is an archipelago of 104 islands in the Andaman Sea, 20 miles off the coast of Malaysia. In 2007 it was given World Geopark status by Unesco. The Datai Hotel and Resort is in the north west of the island. Maria McErlane (left) with painter Doon Mackichan at The Datai hotel in Malaysia . This paradise in the middle of a ten million-year-old rainforest was created in 1990. Designed by Australian architect Kerry Hill around Datai Bay - a white sandy crescent beach voted one of the ten most beautiful in the world, with its magnificent backdrop of jungle and mountains - the resort took three years to complete. To minimise its impact on the jungle, Hill limited the size of the main building and added 40 villas over the extensive grounds, along with restaurants and a spa alongside a creek. He sourced wood, marble and stone from across the island and mainland Malaysia to create Mayan walls, Malay roofs and Japanese screens. The result sees soft, subtle colours creating an atmosphere throughout of calm tranquillity, offset by genuine animal sounds that could well come from a Now That's What I Call Jungle Noises Volume 1. Leaving the main building behind, we were taken by golf buggy down the 'yellow brick roads' through the enchanted forest, across bridges, and past waterfalls and freshwater streams to our elegant beach villa where we were met by our butlers. Keen to revive our weary bones, Doon asked if it was safe to swim. 'No,' came the answer. 'Why not?' she questioned, expecting to

Summary: Comedian Maria McErlane travelled with buddy Doon Mackichan . The pair swam morning, noon and night in the Andaman Sea . Serenaded by macaques and dusky leaf monkeys .


Rampant Lazio carry an eight-game winning streak in Serie A into Saturday's match at league leaders Juventus. The Biancoceleste, who have scored 18 goals and conceded just one in their last six Italian league games, will attempt to solidify their grip on second place. A victory would leave them nine points behind Juve with seven games remaining. Lazio, lead by Miroslav Klose and Felipe Anderson, have won eight games in a row in Serie A . Head coach Stefano Pioli says his side will go 'all out for victory' against Juventus on Saturday . Juventus are unbeaten at home this season but they did slip to just their second defeat of the campaign last weekend in a major upset at bottom-side Parma. 'I'm satisfied with what we have done,' Lazio coach Stefano Pioli said to the Italian press. However, he stressed: 'We have not achieved anything yet. 'We need to continue to work with focus. 'There are many games left to play before we can celebrate. 'Against Juve we will try to go all out for victory. 'We don't want to have any regrets after the game.' The clash with Lazio comes at the start of a challenging week for Juve. Massimiliano Allegri's team travels to Montecarlo on Tuesday for the return leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Monaco holding a 1-0 advantage. The Bianconeri will then take on Torino four days later in the Turin derby. Felipe Andrson celebrates after scoring during the 4-0 rout against Empoli last Sunday . Lazio face Massimiliano Allegri's (pictured) Juventus, and will cut the gap to nine points with victory . Roma have won just two of their last eight league games to fall to third in the standings, one point adrift of Lazio. The Giallorossi hold the last Champions League qualifying spot and host Atalanta on Sunday. At the other end of the table, bottom-side Parma go into Sunday's match at Empoli following another major blow. The club was docked four points on Thursday as punishment related to their financial troubles. Parma had already been hit with a three-point deduction earlier this season for failing to pay players. The latest setback has left Parma 18 points adrift of safety with 24 points still up for grabs. Napoli, seven points behind Roma, take on relegation-threatened Cagliari in Sardinia. Rafael Benitez's side won 4-1 triumph at Wolfsburg in the first leg of its Europa League quarter-final tie Thursday. Fiorentina are one place and one point behind Napoli and host Hellas Verona on Monday. The Viola were also involved in Europa League action this week and held Dynamo Kiev to a 1-1 draw in the opening leg in Ukraine. Napoli will be looking to build on their impressive Europa League win against Hellas Verona on Monday . Sampdoria, who host third-bottom Cesena on Saturday, are unbeaten at their Luigi Ferraris stadium this season. Inter Milan and AC Milan clash at the San Siro on Sunday night. AC Milan are ninth in the standings, one place an one point clear of Inter and seven points adrift of

Summary: Lazio have won eight successive Serie A games ahead of Juventus clash . Stefano Pioli's side will cut gap at the top to nine points with victory . AC Milan and Inter Milan struggling for form ahead of derby . Napoli host Hellas Verona after impressing in Europa League .


Liverpool are watching Monaco midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia. The France international was one of the most coveted players in Europe prior to signing for the wealthy French club from Sevilla in 2013. Real Madrid, Manchester United, Juventus and Paris St Germain were all keen. Geoffrey Kondogbia has impressed Liverpool scouts this season in Europe and Ligue 1 . Kondogbia celebrates after scoring against Arsenal in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 clash . Kondogbia pictured in action for France against Denmark during the recent international break . He had an initial dip in form after his move but has since kicked on again and has impressed Liverpool scouts in Europe and the French league this season. The 22-year-old was key to Monaco's Champions League victory over Arsenal, particularly in their first leg performance at The Emirates and is back on the radar of other big clubs. Kondogbia has represented France three times and has made 23 appearances for Monaco this season. Liverpool remain keen on bringing Danny Ings, whose contract expires in the summer, to Anfield from Burnley . Club also monitoring James Milner as his Manchester City contract expires at the end of the season . Liverpool's budget and attraction will hinge on qualification for the Champions League which Brendan Rodgers admits looks slim. They remain in the frame for James Milner and Danny Ings. The English duo's contacts are set to expire at the end of the season with neither player looking likely to extend their current deals. Milner would be available for nothing should he decide to leave Manchester City, while a compensation fee would have to be agreed between Liverpool and Burnley for Ings because of his age.

Summary: Liverpool scouts have been impressed by Geoffrey Kondogbia this season . The midfielder was one of the most coveted youngsters in Europe . France international joined Monaco from Sevilla in 2013 for £17million . Liverpool remain in the frame for James Milner and Danny Ings .


Finding your lost Android phone is now as simple as searching for a nearby restaurant or transport route. Google has announced a tool that locates missing handsets simply by searching for the term 'find my phone' on the site's homepage. It works with all Android phones that have the latest Google app installed, and it appears to only work when you're signed into your Google account on Chrome - although this hasn't been confirmed. Google has announced a new tool that locates missing handsets simply by searching for the term 'find my phone' on the search engine's homepage (animated). It works with all Android phones that have the latest Google app installed and when the user is signed into their Google account on Chrome . The same Google account must be signed into on the phone. The Californian firm announced the tool on its Google+ page. It said: 'We’ve all been there - you’ve searched under your car seat, tossed around the sofa cushions and you still can’t find your phone. 'If you know where your computer is you can now ask Google to find your Android phone from your desktop. To locate a lost phone, sign into a Google account on Chrome and type 'find my phone' into the search engine. A map (pictured) appears as the first result with a message asking the user to sign in again to confirm their identity. The phone's location is shown and clicking 'Ring' will remotely call the handset . Google's latest tool can't lock the missing phone, or erase its data. Users will need to install the Android Device Manager (ADM) app (pictured) if they want these features. Both tools override the selected sound profile, too, meaning that even if a phone is on silent it will still ring at full volume for five minutes . 'If the pesky phone is hiding nearby, Google can ring it for you - or you can see it on the map if you, say, forgot it at the bar. 'Just make sure you’ve got the latest version of the Google app!' Install the latest Google Android app. To locate a lost phone, sign into a Google account on Chrome via the menu in the top right-hand corner. Type 'find my phone' either into the address bar - if Google is set as the default search engine - or open Google and type it into the search bar on the site's homepage. A map appears as the first search result with a message asking the user to sign in again to confirm their identity. The phone's location is then pinpointed and clicking a 'Ring' button beneath the map will then remotely call the handset. Google's latest tool can't lock the missing phone, or erase its data and users will need to install the Android Device Manager (ADM) app if they want these features. Both tools override the selected sound profile meaning that even if a phone is on silent it will still ring at full volume for five minutes. To locate a lost phone, sign into a

Summary: Tool works with all Android phones with the latest Google app installed . Type 'Find my phone' in Google and click the search icon . The handset will be plotted on a map with a 'Ring' button beneath . Clicking this button will remotely call the handset and help locate it .


A Spanish woman found dead alongside her British partner and two children in Gibraltar is believed to have killed her family before taking her own life. Anarda De La Caridad Perez Friman, 37, is said to have been 'suffering from post-natal depression' when she allegedly stabbed John Joseph Shannon, 31, the couple's six-week-old baby and her daughter, four. Mr Shannon, from Liverpool, had initially been accused of killing his partner and the two children, but police now believe Perez Friman, a Spanish national of Cuban descent, to be the culprit. Scene: John Joseph Shannon, from Liverpool, was found dead alongside his partner Anarda De La Caridad Perez Friman, 37, their six-week-old baby Eve and Perez Friman's daughter . The couple and the two children, identified as Eve Shannon Perez, and Amanda Kristoffersen Perez, Perez Friman's daughter from a previous relationship, were found dead earlier this week. According to police, the scene was so horrific that the officers who found their bodies were offered counselling. The family, who lived in Estepona, Spain, had arrived in Gibraltar on March 25, and were staying in an apartment in the Boschetti Steps area owned by a family friend. Perez Friman is said to have suffered a 'psychotic incident' as a result of post-natal depression, and stabbed her partner and the two children before taking her own life, the Sunday Express reports. According to the newspaper, Mr Shannon's body was found with defensive wounds which suggest that he has been trying to protect the children before being killed. Accusations: Initial reports indicated that Mr Shannon was responsible for the gruesome killings, but police now believe that Perez Friman suffered a 'psychotic incident' as a result of post-natal depression . Acting superintendent Wayne Tunbridge, who is leading the investigation, said: 'We are not looking for anyone outside of the family at this stage but we have numerous lines of enquiry. 'We are in communication with the family members of the four deceased who now must come to Gibraltar before we release any details about the individuals. The family were found in the rented flat in the Boschetti's Steps area at 11.35am on Monday. Royal Gibraltar Police said the family had been living in Estepona, Malaga before arriving in Gibraltar and 'it is understood that it was their intention to travel to the United Kingdom'. Gibraltar police is now awaiting the results of postmortem examinations conducted by Home Office pathologists.

Summary: Spanish woman allegedly stabbed British partner and two children . The family were found dead in a flat in Gibraltar earlier this week . Anarda De La Caridad Perez Friman 'suffered from post-natal depression' British man identified as John Joseph Shannon, 31, from Liverpool .


Anthony Joshua stopped experienced American Jason Gavern in the third round on Saturday night, but still wasn't happy with his performance. Gavern, in his 50th fight, was dropped twice in the second round and twice more in the third before the contest was waved off in Newcastle. But Joshua, who was returning from a five-month lay-off after suffering a stress fracture in his back, admitted he was not at his best. Anthony Joshua lands a left hand on Jason Gavern on his way to another convincing victory . Joshua dropped Gavern twice in the second round and twice in the third on his way to victory . 'I had a bit of ring rust so couldn’t display everything I have been doing in the gym,' he said after his 11th professional victory. 'But once the momentum gets going I will be able to display some more shots, some more sharp shooting. 'I have boxed in Glasgow, Manchester, Liverpool, London and I have to say Newcastle is right up there with the crowd, so a big thank you to the fans tonight. 'There are a lot of expectations and Jason is a very awkward opponent. He’s a slippery customer and he is there to make me look back and he did a good job of that. 'I have a job to do and that is get a win. If I can start pushing to British titles, European titles step by step these fights won’t really mean anything when I am experienced and a champion.' Joshua jolted his opponent with a left hook in the opening round although Gavern showed all his experience in frustrating his younger foe. Joshua experienced few problems on his way to another routine victory in Newcastle . Joshua stands over the fallen Gavern as he boxed in front of the Newcastle crowd for the first time . Gavern did hit the canvas midway through the second after a short straight left although the 37-year-old complained he had taken a blow to the back of his head. He was on the canvas again after a brutal right hand followed by another left found its mark, but Gavern got up and defiantly raised his right hand. He was merely delaying the inevitable, though, and a flurry early in the third had him down once more before Joshua finished the job with yet another punishing left, as Gavern was this time unable to beat the count. Joshua will now face the toughest test of his career when he takes on Kevin Johnson next month. 'Johnson has same type of style as Jason; he was a defensive puzzle to unfold but I slowly broke him down and same with Kevin Johnson,' he added. 'There are two sides to a fight, the first six and the second six. One way or another they will get broken down whether it is in the first half or second half.' Gavern was fighting for the 50th time as a professional but his experience counted for little .

Summary: Anthony Joshua has now won his first 11 professional fights . He needed just three rounds to beat Jason Gavern in Newcastle . Gavern was dropped twice in round two and again in the third . Joshua now takes on Kevin Johnson at the O2 on May 30 .


Dunkin Donuts unveiled a new spring menu earlier this week, prompting a flurry of excitement from the food chain's biggest fans - and a series of serious warnings from health experts about the calorie-laden food options, some of which contain more than half of an adult's recommended daily intake of salt. The new menu contains five new food options - two 340-calorie cheesecake-filled donuts, one 380-calorie loaded bagel, one 640-calorie chicken-filled pretzel bun and a 'low fat' 210-calorie steak and cheese wrap. 'This new menu is laden with calories and fat. Many of these calories are considered "empty calories" meaning that they have little or no nutritional value,' cardiologist Dr Kevin Campbell told Daily Mail Online. Warnings: Dunkin Donuts' new spring menu features the 640-calorie Pretzel Roll Chicken Sandwich which contains 68 per cent of your daily allowance of salt . Sweet tooth? The new menu also features two new flavors of the chain's Cheesecake Square Donuts, which each contain upwards of 340 calories . Obesity and obesity-related illness has become epidemic; in the US alone obesity and obesity-related illness accounts for a $150 billion dollars of healthcare expenditures annually . 'As adults we must set good examples for our children because they pattern our behavior we must avoid eating food such as these presented on the new menu at Dunkin' Donuts.' Indeed, the food chain's new Pretzel Roll Chicken Sandwich - which is described on the Dunkin Donuts website as containing 'delicious breaded chicken, cheddar cheese, bacon and honey mustard' which are all 'served on an oven-toasted pretzel bun' - contains a whopping 640 calories, almost a third of your recommended daily intake. Additionally, the sandwich contains 1,560mg of sale, which is equal to 68 per cent of the daily recommended intake of 2,300mg. The roll also contains 25g of fat - 38 per cent of your daily intake. And when paired with one of Dunkin Donuts' new ice cream-inspired coffee flavors - Rocky Road Swirl, Butter Pecan Swirl, or Cookie Dough Swirl - customers are adding a minimum of 200 odd calories to their meal, if they opt for whole milk and sugar in their coffee. Another option listed on the new menu is the Southwest Supreme Bagel, which is stuffed with cheese, corn, black beans, peppers, tomatoes, onions and spices and contains 380 calories and 890mg of salt - which is 37 per cent of the recommended intake. Something savory: The Southwest Supreme Bagel contains 380 calories and 890mg of salt . Healthy? The 210-calorie Snack N’ Go Steak Wrap is intended to be a low-calorie alternative to the other menu options, however it still contains 25 per cent of your daily saturated fat intake . Healthier than the pretzel roll, yes, but still not the most nutritious treat around. Indeed, the only 'healthy' option offered on the new menu is a small Snack N’ Go Steak Wrap, a 210-calorie snack that contains 'our delicious angus steak, a slice of cheddar cheese and honey mustard sauce, wrapped in a warm tortilla'. But while this tasty treat is being marketed

Summary: The popular food chain's new spring menu includes a 650-calorie chicken-filled pretzel roll and a 400 calorie bagel . Each of the chicken pretzel rolls contains 68% of your recommended daily allowance of salt . The new menu contains one 'healthy' option, a 210-calorie steak wrap - which still contains 25% of your daily saturated fats . Cardiologist Dr Kevin Campbell explained to FEMAIL that the menu items are full of 'empty calories' that have 'little or no nutritional value'


Jailed millionaire Robert Durst pleaded not guilty Tuesday to the newest charge against him - a federal charge of possessing a gun after a felony conviction. U.S. District Judge Lance Africk set a trial date for June 22. Durst is an estranged member of the wealthy family that operates 1 World Trade Center. He also faces a murder charge in California and two state weapons charges in Louisiana - one of possessing a .38-caliber revolver after a felony conviction and one of possessing the firearm along with an illegal drug: about 5 ounces of marijuana. Claiming innocence: Suspected murderer Robert Durst appeared in court on Tuesday and pleaded guilty to a new charge of gun possession. Pictured above leaving federal court in New Orleans, Louisiana in handcuffs after the court appearance . Durst pleaded guilty to two federal charges in Pennsylvania in 2004: possessing a firearm while a fugitive and while under indictment. However, his lawyers say those convictions don't make it illegal for him to carry a gun under Louisiana law. The weapons arrest has kept Durst in New Orleans even though he waived extradition to California, where he's charged in the December 2000 death of 55-year-old Susan Berman, a longtime friend -allegedly because she was going to talk to investigators about the disappearance of his first wife in 1982. He was arrested early March 15, less than 12 hours before HBO aired the final segment of 'The Jinx,' in which - off camera in a bathroom but with the microphone still live - Durst whispers, 'There it is. You're caught!' After about 10 other short sentences and disjointed phrases, he says, 'What the hell did I do? Killed them all, of course.' Durst was arrested last month on suspicion of the 2000 murder of his friend Susan Berman. The two pictured together above . It's believed that Durst killed Berman because she was about to speak to investigators about the 1982 disappearance of Durst's first wife Kathleen McCormack. Pictured together above . Tuesday's hearing had its own bizarre moment when prosecutor Mike McMahon asked Durst if he understood the maximum penalties he faced if convicted. Durst responded: 'And you are?' Durst's attorney and the judge then explained to him who McMahon was. Durst is being held without bail in a state prison where the Orleans Parish mental ward is located, because the sheriff's office says experts found him a suicide risk. Defense attorneys and prosecutors met with a different federal judge last week to discuss another federal matter: whether two FBI agents and a state trooper on an FBI task force should be held in contempt of court for failing to show up at a hearing last week before the Orleans Parish Criminal District Court magistrate. Federal prosecutors moved that part of the case to federal court Monday; Durst's attorneys have not filed their response and have said they would not comment until they do. Durst's lawyers say his arrest in New Orleans was timed to coincide with the conclusion of 'The Jinx.' Durst had registered at the Marriott under

Summary: The former heir to the Durst real estate empire was hit with new felony gun possession charges on Tuesday . Durst, 72, was the recent subject of HBO documentary The Jinx . The day before the final episode aired, authorities in Louisiana arrested Durst in connection to the 2000 murder of his friend Susan Berman .


Stuart McCall revealed captain Lee McCulloch apologised to him and the Rangers players after being sent off in the 2-1 win over runaway Scottish Championship winners Hearts at Ibrox. Goals from striker Kenny Miller and the returning midfielder Haris Vuckic had the home side two ahead and cruising before McCulloch was shown a straight red card by referee Bobby Madden for fouling striker Osman Sow. It left the 10-man Govan side to fight a rearguard battle in the second half and, although Jambos striker Genero Zeefuik reduced the deficit in the 83rd minute, Rangers held on to move into second place in the league, three points ahead of Hibernian with a game in hand over the Leith club. Lee McCulloch was sent off during Rangers' crucial 2-1 victory against Hearts in the Scottish Championship . Staurt McCall says the Gers captain apologised to him as well as the players after the incident . The Gers boss said: 'Believe it or not I haven't seen it again and I didn't see it live - all I was interested in was Zeefuik going through the middle - but I spoke to Bobby coming off and he said he caught him with his elbow. 'Jig (McCulloch) came in after the game and apologised to me and the team so obviously it must have merited a red card.' The former Rangers midfielder paid tribute to Gers supporters in the crowd of 40,521 who willed their team on to a third successive win when they were down to 10 men. He said: 'In the second half, that was the first time for a long, long time, since I was playing, that I got goosebumps out there. McCulloch walks off the pitch after he was shown the red card on Easter Sunday . 'The fans deserved that (win) but I thought the players deserved their applause coming off the park because you need both together to be a success. 'It was pleasing in a lot of ways. We set out with a game plan to stop Hearts playing because they are a good side, no doubt about that. 'Obviously it was two terrific goals, but I thought the tempo and passing in the first half was outstanding. 'I thought the second half was just about guts, desire, being a good team-mate, so it was a hard shift but a nervy finish.' Man of the match Nicky Law also noted the improving relationship between players and supporters. The Rangers midfielder said: 'The crowd just lifted everyone and the atmosphere was as good as it has been since I signed at the club and Hearts fans played their part in that as well. 'Probably for the first time the fans have been right behind us and united as one, which it hasn't been for a while and that was great to see. 'We know that has been down to ourselves in large parts because it hasn't been good enough. 'But we hope that they see the effort we are putting in and hopefully we can achieve the aim that we

Summary: Lee McCulloch was shown a straight red card after fouling Osman Sow . Rangers went on to win Scottish Championship fixture 2-1 at Ibrox . Stuart McCall says captain McCulloch apologised to both him and the players after sending off against Hearts .


Lance Armstrong has said the World Anti-Doping Agency and others are 'owed an apology' from him for cheating during his cycling career - but noted that the agency's chief rebuffed efforts to meet back in 2013. David Howman, director general of WADA, said this week that he is disappointed Armstrong had not apologised for costly and time-consuming lawsuits before the former cycling champion admitted using performance-enhancing drugs. Armstrong initially declined comment on Howman's remark, but on Wednesday provided the AP with a May 2013 email exchange with Howman, who initially indicted he could meet with Armstrong, then backed off under advice from WADA lawyers. Lance Armstrong admits groups such as WADA, USADA and others are owed an apology for his offences . WADA director general David Howman said this week that he was disappointed Armstrong hadn't apologised . 'I can talk at a suitable time and at a suitable place ... What do you suggest?' Howman responded to Armstrong's first inquiry about a meeting. A few days later, after Armstrong recounted his upcoming schedule, Howman broke off the discussion. 'Having reflected upon your request to meet with me, and having taken advice from our lawyers, it is apparent that it is a situation where little, if anything, can be gained from such a meeting,' Howman wrote Armstrong. Howman did not immediately respond Wednesday to requests for comment. Armstrong won the Tour de France every year from 1999-2005. Those titles were stripped after a massive report in 2012 by the US Anti-Doping Agency detailed doping by Armstrong and his US Postal Service teammates. In the email, Howman said he told Armstrong's attorneys months earlier they should meet with USADA. Although the intent of the meeting request with Howman is not relayed in emails, Armstrong said Wednesday he reached out to Howman in hopes of discussing a potential 'truth and reconciliation' effort to confront doping in cycling. Armstrong first declined comment on Howman's remark but then revealed his attempt to meet him in 2013 . Armstrong's agreement to take part in a Tour de France charity ride with former England footballer Geoff Thomas has caused controversy with some in cycling saying his presence at the event is disrespectful . A probe into the sport's doping problems was later conducted by the Cycling Independent Reform Commission, which met twice with Armstrong and issued its report in March. Part of the report detailed Armstrong's efforts to debunk a report by the French newspaper L'Equipe that found his urine samples from the 1999 Tour de France tested positive for EPO, a hormone that helps endurance. The UCI hired Dutch lawyer Emile Vrijman to investigate the findings and the probe produced a report that Vrijman claimed exonerated Armstrong and instead blamed WADA and the testing lab. Amstrong holds up seven fingers, one for each of the Tour de France titles that were later stripped from him; and former UCI president Pat McQuaid at the 2012 press conference in Geneva that delivered his fate . The report released last month detailed how Armstrong's lawyers were allowed to help write

Summary: WADA director general David Howman said he was disappointed the disgraced former cyclist hadn't yet apologised for drug offences . Lance Armstrong showed 2013 email chain attempting to meet Howman . Howman broke off the email discussions after advice from lawyers . Armstrong was stripped of seven Tour de France wins from 1999-2005 .


Roberto Martinez complained Seamus Coleman should have been awarded a free-kick before the Everton defender conceded the penalty that allowed Swansea to pinch a 1-1 draw at the Liberty Stadium. Everton manager Martinez felt Coleman had been barged by home striker Marvin Emnes before the Irish right-back scooped away the ball with his hands. And Martinez claimed referee Michael Oliver should have risen above the appeals from the Swansea faithful and used 'common sense' to rule in favour of Everton. Seamus Coleman falls over under the challenge from Marvin Emnes and handles the ball . Coleman appears to apologise to the visiting fans at the full-time whistle, but his manager says he was fouled . Martinez said on BT Sport 1: 'My thoughts are that straight away there is contact. Seamus tells me straight away there is contact and he gets unbalanced. 'Sometimes you need to apply a little bit of common sense. 'Clearly there's contact. I've seen it many times given as a free-kick. 'The whole action for me is too soft. I don't think that there's enough threat or a goalscoring threat to give a penalty. 'He's trying to protect the ball and gets unbalanced and from that point he expects the free-kick to be given. The Everton players protest but Michael Oliver deemed Coleman's handball deliberate, and gave a penalty . Jonjo Shelvey made no mistake from the spot as the former Liverpool midfielder equalised for Swansea . 'It's one of those actions where you expect the referee to be a little bit more above the occasion. 'You felt the crowd were asking for two or three decisions and it was building up to a decision and unfortunately we were on the receiving end.' Martinez labelled the result 'a real disappointment', after Aaron Lennon's first-half strike had looked set to give the visitors all three points. Jonjo Shelvey tucked away the penalty equaliser in the 69th minute. Martinez added: 'The only criticism is we had a period of 10, 15, 20 minutes where we were too comfortable in the second half and didn't find that final shot or try to score the second goal, but apart from that I do feel the draw doesn't reflect what happened.' Roberto Martinez was clearly angry with the referee's decision as his current side were held by his old club .

Summary: Seamus Coleman was penalised for handling in the penalty aread . Coleman went down under pressure from Marvin Emnes . Roberto Martinez insisted after the game his player had been pushed . Michael Oliver decided it was a penalty, which Jonjo Shelvey converted .


Like many twins, they are dressed alike, right down to their pink and white bootees. But Kendall and Baylee are no ordinary twins. They are one in a million. An amazing quirk of genetics means that one sister has black skin and the other is white. Father Curtis Martin and mother Rebecca Horton cradle twins Kendall (centre left) and Baylee (centre right) who were born with very different skin tones thanks to a rare quirk of genetics . Miss Horton, 28, is white, while Mr Curtis, 24, is half Jamaican. Their twins' skin contrast is possible because the girls are non-identical, though it is still highly unlikely . The effect is so striking that even their own father has said it is hard to believe that they are related. And their mother, Rebecca Horton, said: ‘When they were born, we kept staring at both of them – we couldn’t believe it. ‘It was a lovely feeling and a big shock. ‘One thing I know for sure is that family and friends won’t ever struggle to tell them apart.’ The little girls’ contrasting looks can be traced back to their parents. Their father, Curtis Martin, is half-Jamaican, while their mother is white. As non-identical twins, they were created when two eggs were fertilised by two sperm. This means they have inherited different genes from their parents. Normally, you would expect both to inherit a mix of black and white genes and be born with a similar skin tone. Mr Curtis says that the couple do get looks when they are out in public with the girls, and admits that if he saw somebody with them, he would struggle to believe they were related . The girls also have very different personalities, as well as different skin tones. Kedall (left) is very relaxed and likes to sleep a lot, but Baylee (right) cries a lot and demands lots of attention . But, in odds of a million to one, Baylee has inherited a set of genes for white skin. And Kendall’s genetic inheritance includes some genes that code for black skin, passed on from her mixed-race father. The twins also have very different characters. Kendall, who weighed 6lb 1oz when she was born three months ago, is very laid-back and likes nothing more than to sleep the day away. The pair say that since having twins they have forgotten what it feels like to have a good night's sleep, but say they wouldn't have it any other way . In contrast, Baylee, who was slightly heavier at 6lb 5oz , is ‘loud and needy’ and loves attention. This could come in useful, as she and her sister are already attracting attention wherever they go. Their mother, a 28-year-old delivery driver for Asda, said: ‘When people look in the pram and see that one is darker than the other, they will sometimes be a bit thrown and ask if they are twins. ‘They are shocked when we say yes.’ Mr Martin, a 24-year-old builder from Kingswinford in the West Midlands, told the Sun: ‘Everybody loves

Summary: Rebecca Horton, 28, and Curtis Martin, 24, had twins Kendall and Baylee . Girls are non-identical, meaning they do not share the same set of DNA . This means their physical characteristics and genders can vary . However, having such contrasting skin tones is still extremely rare .


Dramatic footage has emerged of two separate houses being swept away by floodwater as wild weather wreaks havoc along the coast of New South Wales. One house was filmed as it was carried along a street in Dungog, in the Hunter Valley, north of Sydney. A Dungog resident filmed the half-submerged property drifting down the main drag as floodwater laps at its sides on his smartphone. Scroll down for video . A house in Dungog in NSW's Hunter Valley is seen washing away and was captured on a smartphone . Similar scenes were evident in Lake Macquarie with this house floating along the waterway . Footage shows the house floating dangerously close to street power lines and almost taking them down with it. Large pieces of debris are also seen bobbing up and down in the torrential waters. Local resident Jade Marie identified the house as her aunt's, according to Higgins Storm Chasers. She said that she had been helping her neighbours escape rising floodwaters but turned around to see water rising around the house. The mother said that she raced back inside to evacuate her partner and children just moments before the house dislodged and started floating away. Another recording of a house filmed far away from its usual address was taken by Tianna Brien, who spotted a houseboat being swept away in Toronto, near Lake Macquarie, west of Newcastle. She told the Newcastle Herald that at first she thought the home was a boat but then realised it was a houseboat. Ms Brien didn't recognise the houseboat and said that it had likely floated quite some distance. Jade Marie said it was her aunty's house that had been swept away, and she got back just in time to save her partner and her children before it was afloat . Ms Brien said at first she thought the house was a boat, but upon closer inspection realised it was someone's home . The houseboat was later anchored at at Fennell Bay, having passed under the bridge in the town's Main Road. Ms Brien said that she had to describe the incident to police several times and added: 'It was going pretty fast.' Three people have already died during the storms that continue to lash the Central Hunter region. Two men and one woman were trapped in the flood water that inundated the streets of Dungog, Fairfax Media reported. The intense weather conditions started on Monday, lashing the region with heavy rain and high winds. Numerous calls were received by emergency services for assistance, particularly in the Stroud and Dungog areas. A street in Rose Bay - in Sydney's east - was flooded after torrential rain fall throughout Monday . A fallen tree crashes through a white sedan in a Redfern street in Sydney's inner city while firefighters work to clean up . More than 20 people have been rescued from the flooding, and 215,000 homes and businesses are without power. State Emergency Service personnel and firefighters in Stroud, just north of Newcastle, have rescued 10 people from rooftops during the state's

Summary: A house in Dungog, in NSW's Hunter Valley, is filmed being swept away by floodwater . The footage, taken on a camera phone, shows the house narrowly avoiding power lines as it travels through the wild water . A local Dungog woman described how she had minutes to evacuate from the property . In another incident, a second house was seen floating on a nearby lake .


Easing through a relatively straight-forward group to reach the latter stages, there aren't many who would have tipped Porto to go all the way in the Champions League this season. 11 years ago the Portuguese outfit achieved the impossible as Jose Mourinho guided an unfancied squad to glory but since then they have flattered to deceive, only reaching the quarter-finals on one occasion before this season. Julen Lopetegui has masterminded an unbeaten Champions League campaign for Porto this season . Ricardo Quaresma scored twice as Porto beat Bayern Munich 3-1 in the first leg of their quarter-final . The Portuguese side beat the odds to claim the Champions League trophy after defeating Monaco in 2004 . Jose Mourinho lead Porto to glory that year but later moved to take over at Chelsea in the Premier League . Julen Lopetegui has assembled an exciting team, a squad based around technical ability and a high-pressing game, a side that demolished Basle 5-1 on aggregate in the last round and are unbeaten in the competition. After finishing third behind current leaders Benfica and Sporting Lisbon last season, the 'Dragons' took quite a risk in opting for Lopetegui. The 48-year-old had only managed two seasons at club level with Rayo Vallecano and Real Madrid B before impressing as coach in the Spanish youth ranks. The likes of David de Gea, Koke, Isco and Thiago came through under Lopetegui, while he has brought in Oliver Torres and Cristian Tello to develop a defined style of play. Only Bayern, Barcelona and Juventus can better their average possession of 58 per cent. Yacine Brahimi has been a shining light for Porto in this European campaign, netting a hat-trick against Basle to take his tally to five goals, while he has been credited with three assists. Only Lionel Messi (12) Cristiano Ronaldo (11) and Luiz Adriano (9) have been involved in more Champions League goals this season. But it was not the Algerian who took centre stage last week as Bayern were dismantled. That honour went to Ricardo Quaresma - a maverick figure in the dressing room. Heralded as Portugal's next big thing as a teenager, breaking through at Sporting Lisbon just like Cristiano Ronaldo, Quaresma struggled to live up to his reputation at Barcelona and Inter Milan. Unsuccessful short spells at Chelsea, Besiktas and Al-Ahli followed, and now 31, Quaresma is certainly enjoying his second spell at Porto. Quaresma slots the ball past Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer at the Dragao Stadium . The winger struggled during short spells with Chelsea (left) and Inter Milan (right) Quaresma and his Porto team-mates look relaxed during training at the Allianz Arena on Monday . It was last chance saloon for the winger when Porto gave him a chance in December 2013, having been without a club for six months. Not many top-flight clubs, let alone those challenging the European elite would have given him a chance. But his double against Bayern alone would suggest Porto made the right choice. Quaresma has always been a man with immense technical ability and flair,

Summary: Porto are unbeaten in the Champions League so far this season . Portuguese side beat Bayern Munich 3-1 in quarter-final first leg last week . Julen Lopetegui leading side for return leg at Allianz Arena on Tuesday . Ricardo Quaresma was the star man during victory at the Dragao Stadium . Lopetegui has changed style but club still sell players for big profit . Porto are able to balance books and snap up young South American talent .


Rafael Nadal's bid for a ninth Barcelona Open title ended in third-round defeat as Italian Fabio Fognini edged a hard-fought encounter 6-4, 7-6 (8-6) to move into the quarter-finals. Second-seed Nadal had easily seen off Nicolas Almagro in the previous round but found himself in trouble against Fognini, who had won in three sets in their previous meeting on the clay of Rio earlier this year. And on the same surface in front of Nadal's home crowd, it was Fognini who took the opening set 6-4 after a crucial break in the latter stages, though the second set was to prove an even tighter affair. Rafael Nadal was dumped out of the Barcelona Open after losing to Italian Fabio Fognini in the third round . In front of a home crowd, the world No 4 was looking for his ninth career title on the Catalan clay court . Fognini was able to save six break points in the opening game before conceding it to Nadal, though neither player really dominated even as the Spaniard went 4-2 up. After Fognini first fought back to 4-4, the set eventually went to a tie-break with Nadal this time having to work his way back from facing match point at 6-3 to level up. Nadal showed his resolve late on but it was Fognini who eventually won through 8-6, with his opponent missing a relatively routine forehand. It was Fognini's first win in his six Barcelona appearances but he will now face Pablo Andujar, who also caused an upset in coming through 6-3, 6-4 against fifth-seed Feliciano Lopez. Nadal, who was denied his 20th win of the season, cut an extremely disappointed figure after his defeat, going so far as terming it 'a disaster'. In quotes published on the Barcelona Open website, the world No 4 said: 'My game was mundane. I didn't have enough power, speed and control in my forehand. I didn't manage to push Fognini back. Fognini edged a hard-fought encounter 6-4, 7-6 (8-6) to move into the quarter-finals of the Barcelona Open . 'Fabio played better and he deserved to win. I did not deserve to win. That's why I will accept the upcoming challenges. I will work hard until I get back to my best. But it will be a while. 'It's a very sad day for me. This tournament means a lot to me, it's one of the best ATP 500 events on the tour and I feel at home.' Defending champion Kei Nishikori had little trouble going past Santiago Giraldo in straight sets, the 6-2, 6-1 win coming in just under 90 minutes. Nishikori, who had beaten Giraldo to win the crown last year, survived several break points to ensure a match-up against Roberto Bautista Agut of Spain. Spaniard Nadal has just one title to his name since winning his 10th French Open in June last year . Fognini (pictued) goes on to face Pablo Andujar, who also caused an upset against fifth seed Feliciano Lopez . Argentina's Pablo Cuevas made a good fist of his third-round match against

Summary: Rafael Nadal was bidding for a ninth Barcelona Open title this year . But the world No 4 lost to Italian Fabio Fognini 6-4, 7-6 (8-6) in third round . Nadal has won just one title since winning his 10th French Open last June . The Spaniard admitted it was a 'very sad day' following the defeat .


NFL murderer Aaron Hernandez is no longer No 81 - he is Prisoner W106228, Daily Mail Online can reveal. The official number was issued to Hernandez as he started the rest of his life in jail, at Cedar Junction state prison in Massachusetts. He was being moved to the maximum security Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center near Shirley today. Hernandez is being held separately from other prisoners and is on suicide watch. He is now equipped with green prison scrubs and his tattoos are being examined for gang affiliations. It can also be disclosed that he was hooked on 'angel dust', a drug known to cause users to experience violent outbursts and paranoia. The former New England Patriots star smoked the hallucination-inducing drug in marijuana cigarettes that are known as 'killer joints' in the world of drugs. Sources said the brute, found guilty of murdering Odin Lloyd, was using the dangerous drug for at least a year before the victim was shot dead. SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEOS . The beginning of the rest of his life: Aaron Hernandez was taken to the MCI Cedar Junction prison in Walpole, Massachusetts on Wednesday after he was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the 2013 murder of Odin Lloyd. Hernandez circled in red, arriving at the 700-inmate prison . Nothing to smile about now: Hernandez slumped down in his chair on Wednesday as a guilty verdict was read (left).He will no longer be No 81 having been given his prison number: W106228. A man who knew Hernandez and asked not to be identified, said: 'He was regularly high or out of his mind on Angel Dust. 'People who were in his circles knew about it and we would talk about how it turned him into a punk. He was consistently aggressive, arrogant and unpleasant. 'His dope man would bring it to his house and he would roll it in with some weed and smoke it with his friends. 'He got so full of himself that he sometimes stopped caring if people saw him doing it and he would be told to go outside because restaurant owners were worried about their licenses. 'Some of my friends do security for high profile sports people and celebs and I was invited to a party by one. Hernandez was there and throwing his weight around. 'When I said 'Hi' to him, he looked me up and down like I was a piece of s***. 'He just ignored me like I shouldn't have been there. 'I guess he was a d**head before because all that fame and money went to his head. But the drugs made him turn out to be a monster. Few people liked him. They just went with everything to keep him under control.' Hernandez was a heavy drinker and would often down cocktails and champagne on nights out with his hangers on, picking up large bar bills and doing his best to impress women with his celebrity status. His jury heard that on the night of the murder he smoked marijuana and he was caught on

Summary: New England Patriots No 81 is starting whole life term for murder of Odin Lloyd - and will now go by his prison number . He is being moved from the state prison at Cedar Junction to the Souza-Baranowski maximum security facility today where he's on suicide watch . Man who knew Hernandez well reveals how he smoked marijuana mixed with 'angel dust' - the dangerous illegal substance PCP . Addictive substance is known to lead to violent mood swings . Hernandez is still facing another double murder trial .


A three-bedroom apartment in one of the most expensive areas to live in Britain has been put on the market for just £575,000 - but the 'bargain' property comes with a catch. The Knightsbridge flat, London, which is on sale for a fraction of the price of neighbouring homes, has just three years left on the lease. The cost would work out at £191,000 per year, or £15,000 per month - which is around the going rate for renting a three-bedroom flat in the area. The entrance to the flats in one of the most expensive areas to live in Britain where a three-bedroom apartment has been put on the market for just £575,000 . But if any buyer decides to extend the lease, the property could be worth upwards of £6 million. The 'unmodernised' maisonette in the in exclusive Egerton Place, is described as 'bright and well proportioned' property with 1,990 sq/ft of space. It boasts three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a reception room and utility room along with a lift, parking and a communal garden. The property is being sold by Russell Simpson for £575,000 - the same price as a three-bedroom house in Stanmore, Middlesex. It is one of two maisonettes being sold with three years remaining on the lease. Both homes will need to be modernised, with the second, larger property - also on Egerton Place - on the market for £595,000. The next cheapest three-bedroom property in Knightsbridge costs £1.5 million, and this flat is only offered with a 28-year lease. But the property comes with a catch, not only is it in dire need of renovation, (such as in one of its bedrooms, pictured) the home has just three years left on the lease . The cost for £575,000 on a three year lease would work out at £191,000 per year, or £15,000 per month - which is around the going rate for renting a three-bedroom flat in the area, plus renovation works which are needed, such as in the living room (pictured) But if any buyer decides to extend the lease, the 'bright and well proportioned' property with 1,990 sq/ft of space, could be worth upwards of £6 million . Jake Russell, from Russell Simpson, said: 'Properties like this come up once in a blue moon and I think it is an outstanding opportunity. 'To get properties like this in Egerton Place is very exciting and the phone hasn't stopped ringing, which is quite unusual considering the time of the year with the election around the corner. 'We have had interest from locals, developers and end users. In modernised condition, we would estimate they would sell for between £2,750 and £3,000 per sq/ft.' This gives the smaller property a £6 million prices tag, while the larger maisonette with 2,500 sq/ft of space could be worth £7.5 million. The current freeholder is thought to be The Welcome Trust and any buyer would have to negotiate a lease extension with them and, for a 90-year lease, it is likely to cost between £3.35 and £4.5 million. Egerton Place

Summary: The Knightsbridge flat has been put on the market for a fraction of the price of neighbouring homes, at £575,000 . It has only three years left on lease putting cost at £15,000 a month - going rate for renting a three-bed in the area . Property experts said if a buyer decides to extend the lease, the property could be worth upwards of £6 million . But renewal would not come cheap with the cost for a new 90-year lease estimated at between £3.35 and £4.5 million .


Alastair Cook hung his head in disbelief after wasting a golden opportunity to end his long wait for a century before the man who seems destined to succeed him as England captain showed how to do it. There was agony for Cook on the third day of the second Test as he again fell short of the magic three figures despite looking as solid and unflustered at the crease as at any time in the two years since his last century. But the problems Cook had in finding fluency in his 211-ball 76 were put into stark perspective by yet another display of the rare class and maturity that has made Joe Root England’s outstanding batsman. Joe Root celebrates his century and is 118 not out at stumps on day three of the second Test against the West Indies . England's Root smashes a short ball to the boundary as West Indies keeper and captain Denesh Ramdin can only watch on . Root plays confidently off the back foot through the offside during a commanding innings once he got his chance on day three . Root and Gary Ballance run between wickets as they easily work the West Indian bowling around on a hot day in Grenada . Ben Stokes is giving a salute send-off by his West Indian rival Marlon Samuels after holing out for eight runs . This has been another slow, attritional Test in conditions that are hardly conducive to entertaining cricket. Yet as soon as Root took guard, batting at Grenada’s National Stadium was suddenly taken to another level. There were no problems for the Yorkshireman in reaching three figures — his sixth Test century and his first overseas — and his average has now reached a hundred since his return to the England team last summer. Here he took advantage of the solid platform that had been painstakingly laid by Cook and Jonathan Trott to give England a chance of going on to the sort of total that could put pressure on West Indies on the final day. Only a late burst of madness which saw Moeen Ali run himself out and Ben Stokes hit a Devendra Bishoo long-hop straight down deep square leg’s throat spoilt England’s day. They ended on 373 for six, a lead of 74, and Root and Jos Buttler will have to stick around for as long as possible on Friday if England are going to dictate terms. England captain Alastair Cook hits through the offside as he enjoys some width on day three of the second Test against the West Indies . Jonathan Trott cuts before the ball can reach Windies captain Ramdin's gloves on his way to 59 runs in the first innings . Cook congratulates Trott on his first Test half-century since returning to the England line-up in the morning session on Thursday . Trott plays the spinner behind point at the National Cricket Stadium in St George's, Grenada, on St George's Day . Opener Trott ducks a bouncer but leaves his bat hanging in the air from paceman Shannon

Summary: England are 373 for six at stumps on day three, 74 runs ahead of the West Indies first innings of 299 . Alastair Cook (76) and Jonathan Trott (59) put on an opening stand of 125 but couldn't reach their centuries . No 5 Joe Root was outstanding reaching a century at a strike rate of 80 and was 118 not out at stumps . Root's half-century gave him an England record-equalling sixth Test score of 50 or more - no-one has seven . Gary Ballance was out softly for 77 after Ian Bell played on for one. Moeen Ali ran himself out for a duck .


At long last, there's been a Scooby sighting in Iowa. Hillary Clinton's now-famous Mystery Mobile, an oversized, armored Chevy van, stopped in Iowa on Tuesday long enough for photographers to catch a glimpse of the vehicle that hauled the former secretary of state from New York to the American midwest. Unlike on Monday when Hillary stopped at an Ohio Chipotle for lunch, she popped into a coffee house in Le Claire, Iowa, for a cup of joe - and of tea. And at Tuesday's stop people actually recognized her. SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEO . And she's off: Hillary Clinton gets ready to board the armored Chevy van which she is using to tour Iowa . MYSTERY MACHINE: Hillary Clinton's Secret Service-approved campaign van, nicknamed 'Scooby,' was photographed outside Jones Street Java House during a campaign visit on April 14 in Le Claire, Iowa . ORDINARY AMERICANS: Clinton sipped alongside Le Claire residents before heading to the town of Monticello for an education roundtable at Kirkwood Community College . Clinton talked with a panel of six at Kirkwood Community College on Tuesday in the school's auto-technology shop . ROAD TRIP: Clinton's black van started at her palatial Chappaqua, New York home and reached Monticello, Iowa as of Tuesday afternoon . Clinton focused her roundtable discussion on education issues, student loans and income inequality . Hillary and top aide Huma Abedin wore sunglasses inside the Chipotle on Monday in the Toledo suburb of Maumee and left without being engaged by anyone other than a cashier. Campaign operatives later phoned the New York Times, according to a journalist familiar with the chain of events, so reporters would know she had been there. A Times reporter later persuaded the restaurant's manager to send her photographs of his security-camera footage. Clinton ordered a chicken bowl with guacamole, a chicken salad and a fruit juice. The manager, Charles Wright, told Daily Mail Online that 'it's true nobody recognized her.' 'When the reporters started to call, I went back to the security footage, and there she was,' Wright said. 'The sunglasses probably made her harder to spot.' 'But it's not like there was anything special going on. She just stood in line like everyone else. I hope she stopped at Chipotle locations all the way from New York to wherever she's headed.' The 'Scooby' van, named as an homage to the Scooby-Doo cartoon and its 'Mystery Machine' vehicle, is an upgraded Chevrolet 1500. Hillary Clinton takes a moment out of campaigning to speak with three-year-old Kate Boens in Le Caire, Iowa . Hillary Clinton stopped for a picture with William Boens, 5 (left), Olivia VonDracek, 5, Kate Boens, 3 and Journey Peterson, 5 . Meet and greet: Hillary shakes hands with residents in Le Claire, Iowa, while on the campaign trail . 'ALL HAIL THE QUEEN': Joey Gallagher of Iowa City, Iowa shouted as he staged a protest outside Kirkwood Community College on April 14, 2015 . Iowa City resident Matthew Evans scratched out his 'Stand w/ Rand' sign in favor of an anti-Hillary slogan as Mrs. Clinton was

Summary: 'We're here to see the queen,' one protester told Daily Mail Online outside a rural community college in Monticello, Iowa . He shouted 'Give the Saudi money back!' as Clinton arrived at Kirkwood Community College – referring to millions her family foundation accepted . Hillary Clinton will visit the school on Tuesday in the first semi-public event of her presidential campaign . Her armored campaign van, nicknamed 'Scooby,' has finally been photographed in the wilds of the American midwest after a 1,000-mile trip . It arrived at her campaign stop tailed by a black Humvee . Reporters snapped pics of the former secretary of state at a coffee shop in Le Claire, Iowa .


A holidaymaker was left stranded in Tenerife after thieves stole her passport ID during a family holiday - and Ryanair staff refused to let her fly home over fears she was an illegal immigrant. Loushanna and Shawn Craig from Erdington, Birmingham, had gone away to the island for a three-day break, marking her birthday and the couple's anniversary. But, despite having flown to Tenerife from East Midlands airport, Mrs Craig was marooned on the island for up to two weeks after her biometric ID card was stolen. Loushanna Craig, from Erdington in Birmingham, had gone to Tenerife with her husband for three-day holiday but was refused to fly home over fears she was an illegal immigrant . The couple were on a trip to the volcanoes when Mr Craig had his wallet stolen, which had her biometric ID, as well as their bank cards inside. The 37-year-old was meant to return to the UK on March 9, but she only arrived back on March 24 - having spent more than three times what she had planned. The mother-of-four, who has a Jamaican passport, has now placed the blame squarely on the shoulders of Ryanair. She claims that she has the right documentation to prove she was allowed to return to the UK, but that the budget airline refused to fly her home anyway. She said: 'The whole experience has been humiliating. I will never use Ryanair again.' Mrs Craig, who moved to Birmingham from the West Indies 14 years ago, does not have a full UK passport because she has not yet been given permission to live here permanently. Mrs Craig, with her husband Shawn, who had her biometric ID card stolen while on holiday . Instead, she has the 'right to remain' status, a Government stamp which shows she resides in the UK. That stamp recently ran out, she said. But she has a biometric ID card, given to her by the UK Border Force, which, when used in conjunction with her passport, proves she has the right to reside in this country. She has previously used it as a passport in EU countries. Prior to the holiday, Mrs Craig had also obtained a visa from the Spanish Embassy in London, allowing her to travel out of the country. After the card was stolen, Mrs Craig travelled to Madrid where she was given documentation to prove that her card had been stolen. But when she tried to return home, she was stopped at the Tenerife South boarding desk and the police were called. She was led away, under suspicion of being an illegal immigrant. 'They just didn't want to know,' she said. 'They weren't interested in seeing the papers. I was led away like a crook. I also had a driving licence and bank cards which proved I was from the UK.' Mrs Craig, who was carrying other cards like her driving licence and National Insurance card, then got paperwork from the British Consulate in Tenerife, which also verified that her card had been stolen. But when Mrs Craig attempted to

Summary: Loushanna and Shawn Craig were on three-day holiday on island in March . She was marooned in Tenerife for two weeks after biometric ID card stolen . The 37-year-old was given documentation to prove she was allowed back . But she claims she was stopped at airport check-in and police were called . Mrs Craig, who has a Jamaican passport, has placed blame with Ryainair .


Forget packing snorkels or body boards this summer, the latest beach craze for those wishing to spend their days in the surf has a more mythical twist. The Merfin, a monofin made from recycled rubber that lets you experience what it might be like to swim like a mermaid, looks set to be the essential piece of beach play kit this summer. The product is the brainchild of Australian professional freediver Kazzie Mahina. The 37-year-old, from Byron Bay in New South Wales, created the flippers in the shape of a mermaid tail to allow kids and adults alike to streak through the ocean like an underwater creature. Scroll down for video . Wouldn't you like to be a mermaid? The Merfin, a rubber monofin that mimics the experience of swimming like a mermaid has arrived on UK shores. The product retails at £99 in the UK . The novelty swimming product has taken off around the world and can be used by kids and grown-ups alike. Designer Kazzie Mahina says the Merfin can also help to tone abs and thighs . After taking off Down Under, the Merfin is now available to buy in the UK, with the country's sole stockist, online retailer Gigi Brooks, reporting brisk trade. Ali Lovegrove from the Lincolnshire-based stockist told FEMAIL that the Merfin has been 'very popular' in recent months with a rush expected as beach-goers prepare for their summer breaks. 'As the weather has been warming up in recent weeks we have seen an influx in sales from surfing hotspots in the UK including Cornwall, Devon and Wales and, as we ship worldwide, we have sent them as far as Japan.' She added that the company had been attracted to the Merfin because 'there is absolutely nothing like them in the market'. Diver Mahina, who can hold her breath for a startling five minutes, says she spent years perfecting the product. She said: 'I started designing the fins in the middle of 2006. I went through lots of samples, prototypes, lots of trial and error.' Mermaid entrepreneur: After spending years bringing the product to the market, Mahina has found herself in demand, with Urban Outfitters chasing an adult version of the product to sell in the US . In character: The freediver and part-time mermaid, who can hold her breath for five minutes, is due to launch a new product this summer . 'People now would go "oh, that seems to obvious" or "it looks so simple" but it wasn't back then.' In 2011, she launched a website and started selling the Merfins out of Australia, and by the next year they were in stores around the country. The diver says that after a successful launch in Australia, she was then 'hunted down' by US retailer Urban Outfitters, who chased the brand for an adult range of the fins. 'They hunted me, they wouldn't leave me alone. I was like "What is going on? This is one of the coolest stores in America."' The fins come in four sizes, ranging from child's to adult's, ensuring

Summary: Recycled rubber Merfin designed by Australian freediver Kazzie Mahina . Mahina, 37, spent years designing the first prototype of the monofin . The fin has an easy-release ankle strap and comes in adult and kid sizes . UK stockist says the product has been 'very popular' in recent months .