Build up for Sunday’s Manchester derby has officially started with South American duo Radamel Falcao and Sergio Aguero featuring in a promo video for sponsors Puma. In the aptly-named 'Head to Head,' production, Manchester United forward Falcao and his Manchester City counterpart Aguero do just that as they battle it out in a cage style match. And while the scenario won't replicate the atmosphere at Old Trafford the introduction of both players, as they gear up for their unique encounter is met with fans cheering, dressed in the duo's respective team's colours. South American duo Radamel Falcao (left) and Sergio Aguero feature in a promo video for sponsors Puma . Manchester United striker Falcao awaits the arrival of Aguero - backed by a mass of Red Devils' supporters . Aguero is all smiles at the start of the video as the two rival players get ready for cage style encounter . Falcao (left) tries to go past Aguero during the opening stages of their cage match encounter . United's No 9 (left) leaves Aguero trailing in his wake after producing a piece of skill in the video . However, the Manchester City hitman (left) has Falcao backpedaling as he takes a 2-1 lead in the video . Yet, Falcao (left) has the last laugh as he scores an equaliser to see the match end on a cliffhanger at 2-2 . And like for so much of the Premier League era, it is United who take first blood when Falcao shows off his nimble footwork before firing past Aguero. However, it isn't long before the City hitman proves the scourge of the red half of Manchester once more as he nutmegs United's No 9 to equalise before showing all of his predatory qualities to tap home from close range. With both Falcao and Aguero calling on a fan to aid them midway through the encounter, United have the last laugh in the video with a trademark late goal as the former curls home an equaliser to level the scoreline at 2-2. And while the video ends with the scoreline in the balance, neither side will be playing for a draw then they meet for real on Sunday. Manuel Pellegrini’s side travel to Old Trafford looking to secure a Champions League place after defeat to Crystal Palace on Monday all but ended their pursuit of league leaders Chelsea. But, the Chilean could also be fighting to hold on to his job as a lacklustre City look to save what looks to be, by their recent high standards, a disappointing campaign. United, on the other hand, have hit form at exactly the right time and are also looking to secure a Champions League spot having started the season poorly. City boss Manuel Pellegrini witnessed his side limp to a 2-1 defeat at Crystal Palace . Puncheon celebrates his brilliant free kick which all but ended Manchester City's hopes of catching Chelsea . City striker Aguero stands, hands on hips, after seeing his side fall behind at Selhurst Park .

Summary: Premier League duo Radamel Falcao and Sergio Aguero star in Puma video . South American strikers feature in advert ahead of Manchester derby . Manchester City travel to Old Trafford looking to salvage their poor season . Manchester United are looking for Champions League spot after slow start .


Liverpool vice-captain Jordan Henderson thinks his side could catch Manchester City in the Barclays Premier League having fought through a tough and long season at Anfield. Henderson and Liverpool goalkeeper Simon Mignolet both played their 47th game of season in the 2-0 win over Newcastle United on Monday night, equalling the record for appearances by any player in the top five European leagues so far this campaign. But the England midfielder believes that after finding winning form again following poor results against Manchester United and Arsenal, Liverpool can pile the pressure on to City who sit four points above them in the race for the Champions League. Liverpool vice-captain Jordan Henderson thinks his side could catch Manchester City in the Premier League . Henderson played his 47th game of season in the 2-0 win over Newcastle United on Monday night . Manchester City have been faltering and lost 4-2 at Manchester United, Liverpool are four points behind . 'We knew it was an important game for us,' Henderson said 'Obviously the last couple of weeks in the Premier League have been disappointing both with performances and results. We knew today we needed to put that right and I think we did that with a great result for us. 'We've got ground to make up but we'll just keep going, keep winning in games and putting in performances. Come the end of the season, you never know.' Raheem Sterling pulled off some fine skill to open the scoring in the ninth minute at Anfield before Joe Allen capitalised on a defensive mistake to score his first Anfield goal with 20 minutes to go. Raheem Sterling pulled off some fine skill to open the scoring in the ninth minute at Anfield on Monday night . Joe Allen capitalised on a defensive mistake to score his first Anfield goal to make it 2-0 with 20 minutes to go . 'It was great to get that goal to give us that two-goal cushion,' Allen said. 'It wasn't my best game but I got the goal and helped the team. It was important after the defeats.' Newcastle had what looked a strong shout for a penalty when Dejan Lovren appeared to foul Ayoze Perez in the area, and Allen admitted he thought it was a spot-kick. 'I did get a good view of it as I'd missed the ball in the build-up,' he said. 'It look a good shout for a penalty, but I didn't get one the other night. These things happen.' Liverpool's players congratulate Allen on his goal that secured another vital win in the Premier League battle .

Summary: Liverpool beat Newcastle United 2-0 at Anfield on Monday night . The win moved them to within four points of fourth-place Manchester City . Jordan Henderson has played a Europe-wide record 47 games this season . But he hopes Liverpool have staying power to put pressure on City .


Thailand has seized three tons of ivory hidden in tea leaf sacks from Kenya in the second-biggest bust in the country's history, customs officials said today. The 511 elephant tusks, worth $6million (£4m), which were bound for Laos, were seized upon arrival Saturday at a major port in Chonburi province in eastern Thailand. The bust came after customs officials received a tip-off in Laos and Thailand and tracked the containers from Kenya, Customs Department Director-General Somchai Sujjapongse revealed. Scroll down for video . Thai customs officers inspect more than 500 elephant tusks at the Customs Bureau in Bangkok after they were found hidden in stacks of tea leaves on a ship from Kenya . The 511 elephant tusks worth $6million (£4m), bound for Laos, were seized upon arrival on Saturday at a major port in Chonburi province in eastern Thailand . The ivory, hidden among tea leaves, was shipped out of Kenya on March 24 and went through ports in Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Singapore before coming to Thailand, he said. The bust came one week after Thai customs officials seized four tons of tusks that were smuggled from Congo and also destined for Laos in what they said was the nation's biggest ever seizure. Somchai said the tusks seized on Saturday were 'more beautiful and complete than the previous lot' and that they would likely have been distributed to buyers in China, Vietnam and Thailand had the shipment reached Laos. Thailand is one of the top destinations for African ivory smuggling in Asia and could face international sanctions soon if it doesn't show progress in combatting the problem. China has imposed a one-year ban on ivory imports amid criticism that its citizens' huge appetite for ivory threatens the existence of Africa's elephants . Thailand is one of the top destinations for African ivory smuggling in Asia and could face international sanctions soon if it doesn't show progress in combatting the problem . Customs officials said the tusks were 'more beautiful and complete than the previous lot' and that they would likely have been distributed to buyers in China, Vietnam and Thailand had the shipment reached Laos . 'After these two consecutive big busts... the transnational crime networks must realize it is getting increasingly difficult to send their shipment past Thailand. 'But I think they will try to come up with the more complicated means, so we will have already prepared the measures to (tackle the issue),' Somchai said. Poachers have killed tens of thousands of African elephants for their tusks in recent years to meet demand for ivory in Asia. China has imposed a one-year ban on ivory imports amid criticism that its citizens' huge appetite for ivory threatens the existence of Africa's elephants. Poachers have killed tens of thousands of African elephants for their tusks in recent years to meet demand for ivory in Asia . The bust came one week after Thai customs officials seized four tons of tusks that were smuggled from Congo and also destined for Laos in what they said was the nation's biggest seizure .

Summary: Three tons of ivory discovered in second-biggest bust in Thailand's history . It had travelled via Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Singapore on a ship from Kenya . Last week, Thailand seized four tons of tusks smuggled from Congo .


Jenson Button has been penalised for his crash with Pastor Maldonado during Sunday’s Chinese Grand Prix. The pair were dicing for 13th place when Button hit the back of Maldonado’s Lotus as they battled for position on the run down to Turn 1. Maldonado, who earlier in his incident-packed race missed the entry to the pit-lane, was sent into a spin, while Button sustained damage to his front wing. Jenson Button crashed into the back of Pastor Maldonado's Lotus on lap 49 of the Chinese Grand Prix . The incident unfolded in front of Fernando Alonso (right) who moved up two places . While Button limped to finish 13th, Maldonado retired following rear-end damage sustained in the crash. The incident on lap 49 was referred to the race stewards and Button was given a five-second penalty after the race, which dropped the British driver to 14th. He was also given two penalty points on his superlicence. ‘I thought there was room on the inside and, yeah, I can't really say anything else’, said a downbeat Button. ‘An incident you never want to happen, but just a misjudgement I guess.’ Jenson Button appeared in a relaxed mood before Sunday's race but had an afternoon to forget in China . Button, who finished 13th before he was demoted, is lapped by the Mercedes of Nico Rosberg . Button’s incident capped another disappointing weekend for McLaren with Button and team-mate Fernando Alonso scrapping for the menial places at the back of the field. Alonso, who finished 12th was lapped by both Sebastian Vettel and Kimi Raikkonen of Ferrari, the team he left at the end of last season.

Summary: Jenson Button penalised for his role in the crash with Pastor Maldonado . The pair collided as they diced for 13th in final stages of Chinese GP . Button slapped with five-second penalty and given two penalty points . Incident capped another disappointing weekend for hapless McLaren .


Hillsborough investigators have launched an appeal to track down fans who tended to the wounded as they lay dying on the pitch at the 1989 disaster. Photographs which show the men and woman rushing towards those crushed in the tragedy have been released, with investigators urging anyone who recognises them to come forward. They form part of an ongoing Home Office inquiry aiming to establish whether any individual or organisation was to blame for the disaster which claimed the lives of 96 Liverpool fans. Issued on behalf of the Coroner Sir John Goldring, the people in the photographs may be able to tell victims' families' more about how they died, officials said. Investigators have released these images of football fans who were pictured carrying the wounded on stretchers and tending to others at the 1989 Hillsborough disaster . Police say the 'unusual' appeal is necessary as those photographed may be able to answer questions of the victims' families . 'It is important to stress that we believe these people can help the Coroner’s inquest process,' said Assistant Commissioner Jon Stoddart of Operation Resolve, the police force set up to look into the disaster. 'I know these pictures are 26 years old but if anyone does recognise the people we need to speak to then I would urge them to get in touch immediately. 'There are still many questions that the families of the 96 have and we believe that these people may be able to provide answers to some of those questions.' Ninety-six people died at the disaster after Liverpool fans in one section of the football grounds became crushed. Previous inquests which recorded conclusions of accidental death were thrown out at the High Court in 2012 after years of campaigning by the families of those killed. The Home Secretary Theresa May launched a fresh probe into the disaster the same year. Investigators hope members of the public may recognise some of those pictured in the appeal released today . While the images are 26 years old, investigators believe they may help track down key witnesses. Above, a man in a dark coloured jacket (left) and another in a beige jacket and grey hooded sweatshirt (right) who police believe may be able to help . Another of the fans in a distinctive white and red hat and a man seen tending to one of the wounded as they lay helpless on the football pitch (right) A man in a light denim jacket with long brown hair (left) is another person investigators believe may be able to help. Right, another person pictured in the appeal who was stuck behind the enclosure where fans were crushed . Another fan pictured in the appeal. Anyone with information about those pictured is urged to contact Operation Resolve officers . While officers said it was 'unusual' to carry out such appeals as today's while legal proceedings are active they invited anyone who recognised the people photographed to make contact. 'I have a team of highly trained staff in place who will deal with witnesses sensitively as we

Summary: Investigators have released a handful of photographs to help inquiries . They show fans rushing to tend to the dying as they lay on football pitch . Police say the people photographed could address unanswered questions . A Home Office probe into 1989 disaster which claimed 96 lives is ongoing . Anyone with information is urged to call 08000 283 284 or visit www.operationresolve.co.uk . Anyone who can identify any of the people in the images should call Operation Resolve on 08000 283 284 or via the website www.operationresolve.co.uk .


You can now search hashtags on Instagram without writing a single word. From today, users can post, explore other people's photos and interact with captions using just emoji. Emoji hashtags work with single emoji, multiple emoji or can be combined with text. From today, users can post, explore other people's photos and interact with captions using just emoji. Emoji are popular in the Instagram community, with nearly half of Instagram captions (pictured on Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's page) already featuring the small pictures . 'Over the past few years, emoji have become part of a universal visual language,' Instagram told MailOnline. 'From today, on Instagram emoji will now work within hashtags, so you can add them to your posts, search for them on the Explore page, and tap on them in captions.' Last month Instagram launched a standalone app called Layout. It has four main features called Faces, Mirroring, Photo Booth and Previews. Users begin by selecting as many images, up to the maximum of nine, to feature in a collage. Photos can be selected or deselected at any point. As the user adds more images the layout of the collage changes and photos can be dragged between sections and different sized boxes as desired. Emoji are popular in the Instagram community, with nearly half of Instagram captions already featuring the small pictures. The most popular emoji on the site is the crying with laughter face, followed by the face with love hearts for eyes and blowing a kiss emoji. Instagram has also unveiled three new filters called Lark, Reyes and Juno. Lark desaturates reds while 'punching up blues and greens to bring your landscapes to life', explained Instagram. Reyes was inspired by the coast of Point Reyes, California and adds a 'dusty, vintage feel' to photos. While Juno tints tones green while making 'warm tones pop and whites glow for vibrant photos of people.' In December 2014 Instagram launched Slumber, Crema, Ludwig, Perpetua and Aden filters and those were the first to be added to the app since Mayfair and Willow launched in December 2012. The most popular emoji on the site is the crying with laughter face, followed by the face with love hearts for eyes and blowing a kiss emoji. Other popular emoji are the OK hand gesture, two hearts, clapping hands, another crying with laughter face, thumbs up, smiley face and kiss mark (pictured left to right) Instagram has also unveiled three new filters called Lark, Reyes and Juno. Instagram said Juno (pictured) tints tones green while making 'warm tones pop and whites glow for vibrant photos of people' Users can also personalise their tray of filters to put their favourites within easy reach when editing an image. 'Filters have been synonymous with Instagram from day one, to help people capture and share photos that looked and felt as beautiful as they did in real life,' continued Instagram. 'The enthusiasm from the community has been fantastic, with filters Ludwig and Crema becoming the most popular filters on Instagram overall.' Lark (left) desaturates reds while 'punching up blues and greens to

Summary: From today, emoji will now work within hashtags on Instagram . Users add them to posts, search on Explore tab and tap them in captions . Hashtags work with single and multiple emoji, as well as with text . App has also added three new filters called Lark, Reyes and Juno .


A mother sat in anguish yesterday as she heard how her two children died because of three blunders by staff maintaining a gas boiler at the holiday hotel. Sharon Wood listened intently as the details of how they were killed by fumes at the four-star Corfu hotel were outlined at an inquest. Christianne Shepherd, seven, and her brother Robert, six, were overcome by carbon monoxide that leaked from a faulty boiler as a ‘happy and relaxed’ family holiday in Corfu ended in ‘appalling tragedy’. Christi Shepherd, seven, (left) and her brother Bobby, six, (right) died from carbon monoxide poisoning during a holiday in Corfu in October 2006. Their father Neil Shepherd – who is Mrs Wood’s ex-husband – and his partner Ruth Beatson fell into a coma and were close to death when they were found the next morning by a maid, along with the bodies of the children. The couple recovered after emergency treatment. Yesterday, Mrs Wood, 44, sat in silence as the details of her children’s final hours were related to the inquest jury at Wakefield Coroner’s Court, nine years after the tragedy. Scenes of the youngsters playing together were shown on a large screen as the background was outlined. Commenting on the inquest – which has been delayed partly because of ongoing legal proceedings – coroner David Hinchliff said: ‘The family of these children have waited a long, long time for this day.’ The jury was told how Mr Shepherd had booked the £2,000 holiday to the Greek island with Thomas Cook. The family were put in a bungalow at the Louis Corcyra Beach Hotel. On the third day of the trip in October 2006, Christi felt ‘unwell’ and Bobby tripped and fell after feeling dizzy. Mr Hinchliff said they went to bed at 11.30pm. In the night Mr Shepherd, now 46, went to his daughter when she was heard crying and Miss Beatson, who is now his wife, went to Bobby who was ‘whimpering’. Their father, Neil Shepherd, and his girlfriend Ruth Beatson, (together, left) who he has since married, were also almost killed by the fumes. Pictured right is the children's' mother Sharon Wood, with her husband Paul . The bungalow at the four-star Corcyra Beach Hotel in Corfu, where Bobby and Christi had been staying with their father and his girlfriend . The bungalow is taped off and examined following the discovery of the children's bodies in October 2006 . Tests showed the family had suffered carbon monoxide poisoning. The cause was identified as the gas-fired hot water boiler in an outhouse next to the bedrooms. Thomas Magner, a boiler expert hired to investigate by Thomas Cook, discovered the boiler covered in rust from water leakage. He identified a series of blunders, the inquest heard. The boiler had been installed without a ‘chimney’ or flue to take out unwanted fumes. Second, a ‘protection device’ designed to cut out the boiler if it overheated had been disabled as late as the day before the tragedy, to avoid a worker having to come and relight the boiler when

Summary: Christi Shepherd, 7, and brother Bobby, 6, found dead by a chambermaid . They were on holiday on Greek island with their father and his girlfriend . Neil Shepherd and Ruth Beatson were almost killed by the toxic fumes . Inquest into childrens' deaths is being held today in Wakefield .


Juventus monitoring Raheem Sterling's situation at Liverpool. Interest from the Italian champions elect will come as little surprise as they look to strengthen further this summer, however, Liverpool still intend to hold onto their England international winger. Manchester City, Chelsea, Real Madrid, Paris St Germain and Bayern Munich are all among Sterling's admirers with offers of up to £50million expected to be made in the coming weeks. Juventus are monitoring Liverpool wideman Raheem Sterling as the Serie A side look to strengthen . Sterling and his advisors have told Liverpool they want to stave off discussions over a new contract until the close season and there is a risk he will not agree new terms with two years left to run on his current deal. Juventus have made an offer for Belgium midfielder Axel Witsel of Zenit St Petersburg and they continue to field calls over midfielder Paul Pogba. They want at least £55m for Pogba and will attempt to use any funds from his prospective sale wisely with young players such as Sterling and Palermo's Paulo Dybala on their list. The Italian champions want at least £55m for midfielder Paul Pogba and have bid for Belgian Axel Witsel (right)

Summary: Juventus are interested in Liverpool forward Raheem Sterling . The Italian champions are also taking calls for star man Paul Pogba . Juventus want at least £55million for the former Man United midfielder . READ: Liverpool launch bid to rival Man Utd for PSV's Memphis Depay . READ: Liverpool set for summer overhaul with TEN Kop stars on way out .


Former first daughter Chelsea Clinton issued a pointed defense of her family foundation on Thursday after allegations surfaced that it reaped millions from foreign countries that had issues pending before her mother when she was secretary of state. 'What the Clinton Foundation has said is that we will be even more transparent' in the wake of the scandalous claims, said Chelsea, the philanthropy's vice chair, 'even though Transparency International and others have said we're among the most transparent of foundations.' Clinton, the daughter of former U.S. president Bill Clinton and presumptive Democratic presidential front-runner Hillary Clinton, spoke during an event on women and girls at the Council on Foreign Relations in New York City. SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEOS . Chelsea Clinton defended her family philanthropy on Thursday in New York, calling it 'among the most transparent of foundations' The Bill, Hillary and Chelsea Clinton Foundation is under fire for allegedly accepting millions from foreign entities in exchange for special favors from the State Department when Hillary Clinton was at its helm . Hillary Clinton (seen Wednesday at Georgetown University) was helping approve Russia's purchase of US uranium production as her foundation received millions from executives tied to the deal . ABC News hosted the event, and reported that Chelsea outlined what she said is 'the right policy. That we'll be even more transparent. That to eliminate any questions while we're in this time, we won't take new government funding, but that the work will continue as it is.' The foundation recently committed to stop taking donations from foreign governments but insisted it wouldn't return money it has already collected. That hasn't sat well with Republicans vying for their party's presidential nomination: Hillary Clinton is Public Enemy Number One on the campaign trail, and they smell blood. 'Having raised tens of millions of dollars from foreign nations presents a clear conflict of interest for anyone running for President of the United States,' Texas Sen. Ted Cruz wrote Wednesday on Facebook . Retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson, who hasn't formally entered the 2016 hunt, told Daily Mail Online that 'not only should they definitely give back the money and cease accepting foreign donations, but should also make every effort to find missing documents that would shed light if in fact they are innocent.' More problems: The Clinton Foundation erroneously reported it had received no funds from governments for three years – even though it previously received millions – and now has to refile its tax returns . Former Hewlett-Packard CEO Carly FIorina called the series of accusations against Bill and Hillary 'the Clinton way: raking in millions from foreign governments behind closed doors while making promises about transparency that they never intended to keep.' The Republican National Committee pounced as well. 'The new revelations reported by the New York Times continue to raise serious questions about Hillary Clinton's judgment and her handling of conflicts of interest surrounding the Clinton Foundation while serving as Secretary of State,' RNC spokeswoman Allison Moore said in a statement. Thursday's unrelenting news cycle about possible overlaps between the former first

Summary: Former first daughter is now vice chair of the Bill, Hillary and Chelsea Clinton Foundation . She was responding to claims that her organization took millions from foreign governments that had pending policy concerns under her mother's control as secretary of state . Republican Party says allegations in new book 'raise serious questions about Hillary Clinton's judgment and her handling of conflicts of interest' 'We'll be even more transparent,' Chelsea pledged, saying that 'we won't take new government funding, but that the work will continue as it is'


It looks like something out of a science fiction film but this modern mansion is nestled in prehistoric Australian rainforest and suspended over it's own lake... Just watch out for crocodiles. On the market for an enormous $15 million, this property is located within 73 acres of Daintree Rainforest and fringes over 600 metres of Far North Queensland beachfront. Whilst it's unusual design resembles an alien spaceship, the home was inspired by an Australian stamp, with six bedroom pods placed at the end of six fingers. A mansion that resembles an alien spaceship in the rain forest of Far North Queensland is on the market for $15 million . It was designed by architect Charles Wright and won The Australian Institute of Architects House of the Year for Queensland in 2014 . Although resembling a spaceship, it was actually inspired by stamps with the pool even being modelled off the 'One Pound Jimmy' Stamp . The property boasts six bedrooms, six bathrooms, five balconies, a 2400 bottle cellar and a helipad 100 metres from the house . The six bedrooms are placed in pods at the end of each 'arm' of the house, with five fitted with their own balconies . Designed by Port Douglas architect Charles Wright, the property won The Australian Institute of Architects House of the Year for Queensland in 2014. Although it has been on the market for over a year, real estate agents believe this is the year the property will sell. According to the Cairns Post, Raine and Horne Port Douglas Mossman agent David Cotton feels confident 2015 will be the year for the unique home to find owners. The property, called 'Alkira,' which is Aboriginal for bright and sunny, features six bedrooms, six bathrooms, five balconies and three garage spots. Located at 3726 Cape Tribulation Rd in Daintree, Queensland, the house and land is the only place in the world where two World Heritage listings intersect. It has been on the market for over a year, but Port Douglas real estate agents believe this is the year the property will sell . The property, called 'Alkira,' which is Aboriginal for bright and sunny was a tiresome five years in the making . The home is suspended over a man made lake and looks as if it is sitting on a lily pad, creating a unique experience . At 3726 Cape Tribulation Rd in Daintree, Queensland, the property is the only place in the world where two World Heritage listings intersect . The Daintree is located 111 kilometres north of Cairns and contains over 1200 square kilometres of rainforest . The Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area are both covered by the expanse of the land and make for ethereal surroundings. Private boardwalks are strewn through the jungle-like terrain and facilitate the viewing of the rarest form of vine forest found in the Wet Tropics Heritage area. The property also boasts a helipad, located 100 metres from the house, for those who want to arrive a bit quicker than the two hour

Summary: A mansion in the rainforest of Far North Queensland resembling a spaceship is on the market for $15 million . The property called Alkira, sits on 73 acres of Daintree Rainforest and fringes over 600 metres of beachfront . Designed by architect Charles Wright, it won Australian Institute of Architects House of the Year for the state in 2014 . It boasts six bedrooms, six bathrooms, five balconies, a 2400 bottle cellar and a helipad 100 metres from the house .


A 'monster' pedophile, 70, who molested at least seven girls was sentenced to up to 50 years in prison on Thursday. Jackson County Chief Circuit Judge Thomas Wilson told 'monster' James Tingley of Michigan 'the only money we should waste on you is the cost of a bullet.' Wilson continued by saying he thinks locking Tingley up for the next 25 to 50 years in prison 'is worth every penny.' Scroll down for video . Molested seven chuldren: James Tingley watches during his sentencing of 25 to 50 years in prison on criminal sexual conduct charges on Thui . 'Children will be a lot safer. They won't have to go through the victimization that the victims went through here,' Wilson told Tingley. 'Mr. Tingley, basically you are a monster who has destroyed the innocence of numerous children.' Mlive reports that James Tingley was convicted on March 3 of heinous sex crimes against two girls over a six year period. His crimes span a period of 50 years. During Tingley's hearing, Assistant Prosecutor Jennifer Walker told the court that police know of at least five other girls Tingley abused but they believe there may be more. 'The defendant, he has called himself "Jim", He has called himself "Uncle Jim" but I would call him a monster and a pedophile,' Walker said. Repeat offender: James Tingley, pictured on Thursday in court, sexually abused at least seven girls, investigators said . 'The defendant has stolen the souls, or parts of the souls, of these children. He's used them to meet all of his sexual needs. ... He's been violent with them, with others he's treated them as a girlfriend and he's wanted them to be his wife. ... It's disgusting,' walker added. Timgley's attorney Eric White told the court that Tingley still claims he is innocent. White added that Tingley's health is declining and that it's unlikely he'll live past his first parole date which is when he turns 96. Tingley did not wish to say anything to the court. Prosecutor Jerry Jarzynka said he thought Tingley received a fair sentence for his cruel actions. 'Certainly when it comes to cases of criminal sexual conduct with minors we appreciate the judge handing out a stiff sentence and ultimately we want to protect our kids,' Jarzynka said. Mlive reports that Tingley's perverted accomplice Randy Stevens, 45, was also convicted of sexual misconduct by a separate jury for 'allowing Tingley to carry out a number of sexual assaults.' This is not the first time Stevens has been accused of aiding in child abuse. Stevens, a father of 14, pleaded guilty to second-degree child abuse and a judge sentenced him six to 10 years in prison last year. Mlive reports that last year's conviction was related to Stevens letting his children visit another sex offender, Geoffrey Friant, who is now serving 30 to 80 years behind bars. Stevens will be sentenced on April 16. Both he and his wife, Bobbi Jo Stevens, have lost their parental rights to their children.

Summary: James Tingley, 70, was sentenced 25 to 50 years in prison for molesting at least secen young girls . 'Mr. Tingley, basically you are a monster who has destroyed the innocence of numerous children,' said Judge Thomas Wilson . Mr. Tingley's 'accomplice' Randy Stevens was also convicted of sexual misconduct for 'allowing Tingley to carry out a number of sexual assaults' Stevens, a father of 14, will be sentenced on April 16 .


Thousands of holidaymakers face up to three days of chaos and cancelled flights because of a strike by French air traffic controllers. EasyJet and BA are among a host of major airlines expected to scrap hundreds of flights thanks to the walk-out, which will start at 5am tomorrow and run for 48 hours - with considerable knock-on disruption expected. Experts fear up to half of all flights between the UK and France could be axed, depending on how strongly the strike holds. Delays: easyJet is one of many airlines set to cancel flights over a strike by French air traffic controllers over the next three days (file photo) Families returning from their Easter holidays and those hoping for a last-minute break will be worst affected. EasyJet is cancelling 118 flights to and from France, including 10 which either start or finish at British airports. A spokesman said: 'EasyJet has been advised of planned industrial strike action by French air traffic control services on April 8 and government transport workers on April 9. Like all airlines flying to and from France, we expect significant impact to our flights during this period, including cancellations.' The cancelled services include return flights between Paris Charles de Gaulle and London Gatwick, Paris and Luton, Gatwick and Toulouse, plus flights between Gatwick and Spain. The airline urged all passengers going to France to check the status of their flight online before they travel. British Airways said it was cancelling around a dozen return flights from the UK. A spokesman said: 'Early indications are that there will be significant disruption for all airlines who fly within, to and from France and who also use French airspace for over flights. 'We are doing all we can to minimise disruption to customers flying to and from France as a result of the threatened air traffic control strike. 'Unfortunately there will be some knock-on delays to other parts of our short-haul network as a result of the strike action, given how much airspace in Europe will be affected. We are sorry for any disruption to customers' travel plans.' Flybe said it was cancelling 16 flights including services to Paris from Manchester, Birmingham and Exeter as well as some flights from Southampton. Adding to the possible chaos, tomorrow is the first day of a new regultion which forces travel operators to check the passports of all passengers leaving Britain and pass on their details to the Home Office. Chaos: Charles de Gaulle Airport, pictured, and other French hubs will be severely affected by the strike . The strike has been called because the French air traffic union says their controllers are expected to retire later than their counterparts elsewhere in western Europe. The walk-out is one of a series planned this month, with more industrial action from April 16 to 18 and another walk-out between April 29 and May 2. Plans for the original strike on March 25 were suspended after the fatal Germanwings crash in the French Alps. European air traffic chiefs at Eurocontrol have also warned of 'a significant risk of

Summary: Strike is set to begin at 5am tomorrow and continue for two days . Up to half of all flights to and from France will be cancelled this week . BA and easyJet have warned passengers to expect severe delays .


Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers believes recent defeats are down to his players' own failings rather than the opposition having cracked their system. The Reds' 3-4-2-1 formation, implemented from mid-December, helped produce a 13-match unbeaten Barclays Premier League run which lifted them to within a win of breaking back into the Champions League qualification places. But despite receiving plaudits for the quality of their football, which at times appeared to be unplayable, flaws started to appear a month ago when they were held to a goalless draw by Sky Bet Championship side Blackburn in the FA Cup. Brendan Rodgers says his sides recent defeats are down to his players, not his tactics being susses . After scraping a win against Swansea they were then exposed by Manchester United and Arsenal, two teams already in the top four. However, Rodgers insists a drop-off in results is more to do with their own performances than those of their opponents. 'I don't think it's about being worked out. We didn't start well (against Arsenal), and it doesn't matter what system you are playing if that happens,' he said. 'In the last four games that we've played we haven't created as much, and that's more on ourselves. Liverpool have lost ground in the race for the Champions League places and will find it hard to recover . 'Of course you give opponents credit but every team will go into a game to defend well and work hard against you. 'Probably the Blackburn game when we drew 0-0 and the games following that we haven't created as much. 'That's something that we want to reinforce - the creativity for chances and hopefully taking those chances. 'It's a difficult system to play against, but it's one of a number of systems we've played here and played very well. Alexis Sanchez fires home Arsenal's third goal, as the Gunners thrashed Liverpool at the Emirates . 'It's my job to always look to find the solutions, that's what I've tried to do in the games when we didn't look like scoring, finding a way to win.' Blackburn, who host Liverpool in their FA Cup quarter-final replay on Wednesday, will take heart from the Merseysiders' mini-slump at a crucial time of the season. For Rodgers and Liverpool though the cup now represents the only chance to save their season and that should guarantee a reaction at Ewood Park. 'It's important to have a game quickly when you lose,' added Rodgers. 'The group is very committed to winning this trophy but in order to do that you have to qualify and we know Blackburn will be a difficult game for us. Steven Gerrard (left) and Mario Balotelli look on as Rodgers give a talk to his players and staff . 'A trophy this season will mark another step forward for us. Getting to a final and winning a trophy is what we want. 'In terms of the FA Cup that was always an objective. 'On Wednesday, we'll look to reach our second semi-final of the season in the cup competitions (having been narrowly

Summary: Brendan Rodgers admitted the recent defeats were down to his players . The Liverpool boss denied that opposition managers have sussed him out . Liverpool appear to have slipped out of Champions League contention . READ: Liverpool could sign Pedro if Sterling leaves Anfield this summer . CLICK HERE for all the latest Liverpool news .


Floyd Mayweather's spending habits are well known but his car dealer has revealed that the boxer bizarrely rang him at 3am to order a Bugatti - insisting the car was to be in his driveway in just 12 hours. The £1.5million valued super-car was delivered just 11 hours later, and was added to his collection of impressive motors. Obi Okeke, who owns Fusion Luxury Motors, was interviewed on the video on Mayweather's Facebook page and spoke about the very late phone call he received. Floyd Mayweather rang his car dealer at 3am to order a £1.5million Bugatti to be delivered in 12 hours . Obi Okele, the owner of Fusion Luxury Motors, was given the task of getting Mayweather the Bugatti . He said: 'The most challenging thing I've ever done for Floyd is when he called me at three o'clock in the morning and said, Obi, I want a Bugatti and I want one in my driveway in 12 hours. 'I then showered, went into my office, did some work and hopped on a plane and got the car, in his driveway, in 11 hours and that makes me a better person, it makes me work harder, it makes me not limit myself, so those are the things that rub off on me from him.' It's not the only request that Okele has had to deal with from Mayweather's extravagant demands, as the fighter once turned up at the dealership at 2am - walking out with a Ferrari Enzo. 'I got a call from overseas in the Middle East that there was a US-spec Enzo for sale, so I hopped on a plane and flew to Abu Dhabi. I then transacted the car and put it in a Boeing 777 passenger plane and flew it out of Abu Dhabi. 'So Floyd came to the dealership and he kept coming and looking at the car. Then he came in one night around two in the morning and said, "Obi, I wanna buy two Ferrari 458s," and that's what he said. 'Then I said OK, then he pauses for a minute and goes, "Obi, I'm not going to buy them 458s, I want to buy that Enzo and I want to buy it now. Lets go."' Mayweather's mega-fight with Manny Pacquiao is just three weeks away and the undefeated champion continues to work in the gym and keep his impressive record intact. This Bugatti is similar to the one Mayweather purchased at 3am and is worth an estimated £1.5million . The interior of the super-car is in pristine condition and is one of a number of Bugatti's Mayweather owns .

Summary: Floyd Mayweather rang his car dealer to order a Bugatti at 3am . The boxer told Obi Okele to have the car in his driveway just 12 hours later . The car was £1.5million valued motor was delivered in just 11 hours . Mayweather is training hard for his mega fight with Manny Pacquiao .


Scientists have used cosmic rays from the distant universe to study lightning and thunderclouds in unprecedented detail. Cosmic rays constantly bombard Earth’s atmosphere, and there have been some suggestions they could even trigger lightning. But this particular experiment observed how cosmic rays were affected by lightning as they passed through it - providing information on the electrical field of a given storm. Scientists in The Netherlands were using the Lofar radio telescope. They found it could measure changes in lightning caused by cosmic rays (illustrated). A storm can have hundreds of millions of volts over multiple kilometres. The method could provide a novel way to understand thunderclouds . The experiment was conducted using the Lofar (Low-Frequency Array) radio telescope in the Netherlands. Researchers found, almost by accident, that cosmic rays were a suitable probe to measure electric fields within thunderclouds. High in the atmosphere, the rays strike atmospheric molecules and create ‘showers’ of elementary particles - the smallest known to exist. A long-standing puzzle in astrophysics is the source of ultra-high-energy particles from space that hit Earth. Called cosmic rays, they're up to a billion times more energetic than particles at Cern's Large Hadron Collider. They strike the atmosphere and cause an enormous shower of other particles, mostly muons, electrons and photons, over a wide area. Though they were discovered decades ago, cosmic rays at these high energies are very rare, making it difficult to pinpoint where in the universe they originated. It's thought that some come from supernovae, but it's likely there are other sources of cosmic rays in the universe as well. These showers can be measured from the radio emissions that are generated when they interact with Earth’s magnetic field. By measuring this during a thunderstorm, the researchers found they could find out information about the electric field in a thundercloud as it affected the radio emissions. It was found to be as strong as 50 kilovolts per one metre (3.3ft) - which translates into a voltage of hundreds of millions of volts over multiple kilometres, an enormous amount of energy. 'We modeled how the electric field in thunderstorms can explain the different measurements,’ said researcher Dr Pim Schellart from Radboud University in the Netherlands. ‘This worked very well. How the radio emission changes gives us a lot of information about the electric fields in thunderstorms. ‘We could even determine the strength of the electric field at a certain height in the cloud.’ Though they were discovered decades ago, cosmic rays at these high energies are very rare, making it difficult to pinpoint where in the universe they originated. It's thought that some come from supernovae (illustrated), but it's likely there are other sources of cosmic rays in the universe as well . Lightning is a highly unpredictable natural phenomenon that inflicts damage to infrastructure and claims many victims around the world each year. This new method to measure electric fields in thunderclouds will contribute to a better understanding and ultimately better predictions of lightning activity. Current measurement methods from planes, balloons or little rockets are dangerous and too

Summary: Scientists in The Netherlands were using the Lofar radio telescope . They found it could measure changes in lightning caused by cosmic rays . A storm can have hundreds of millions of volts over multiple kilometres . Method could provide a novel way to understand thunderclouds .


Nigella Lawson is returning to the BBC to host a show about 'back to basics' cooking for the first time since the explosive court case involving her ex-husband Charles Saatchi. The celebrity chef, who last appeared on the channel with Nigellissima in 2012, will present Simply Nigella on BBC 2, a series which focus on 'a new pared-down approach to cooking and eating'. The show will mark Nigella's first solo venture with the broadcaster since the breakdown of her marriage to Mr Saatchi and the subsequent court case, in which she was forced to divulge details of the pair's tumultuous relationship and her own past drug use. Scroll down for video . Nigella Lawson is returning to the BBC for the first time in three years with a new series 'Simply Nigella' She briefly appeared on screen in the U.S as co-presenter for Taste but was stopped from flying to the country after confessing to taking cocaine during that case. The cook, who has famously fronted shows about cooking decadently, said the new show would be about 'food that makes our life easier, that makes us feel better, more alive and less stressed'. It is said to be focussing on 'healthy everyday breakfasts and substantial weekend brunches', as well as 'quick-to-make, lighter suppers that de-stress'. Nigella was at the centre of a very public court case in 2013, after she and Mr Saatchi accused their former assistants of spending £685,000 on credit cards given to them for work purposes. Months earlier, the couple's marriage had come to an abrupt end after Mr Saatchi was pictured with his hand on his wife's throat in a central London restaurant. But Lisa and Francesca Grillo were acquitted of fraud by a jury. It came despite the fact that Francesca, 35, had used her family card to spend £8,000 on designer clothes in a single day. The show will see the celebrity chef focus on 'a new pared-down approach to cooking and eating'. Pictured: Nigella in the premiere of Taste, a show she co-hosted in the U.S (left) and arriving at Isleworth Crown Court in 2013 (right) before giving evidence in the fraud trial of her two assistants . It will be the first time Nigella has appeared on the BBC since the breakdown of her marriage to Charles Saatchi (with whom she is pictured) and the explosive fraud case that followed . Their defence, which involved lurid drug allegations against their former boss, was that the TV cook let them spend whatever they liked providing they kept quiet about her cocaine and cannabis use. The court case also heard Miss Lawson describe her ex-husband as a 'brilliant but brutal man' who grabbed her throat out of jealousy when she idly wished for grandchildren. She claimed he drove her to drugs with his 'intimate terrorism'. Referring to details of her doomed marriage to Mr Saatchi being revealed in court, the 54-year-old said: 'To have not only your private life but distortions of your private life put on display is mortifying'. After their acquittal, the Italian sisters

Summary: Chef, who last appeared on BBC in 2012, will host Simply Nigella on BBC 2 . Show will include food that makes us feel 'more alive and less stressed' Nigella co-hosted U.S show Taste but was stopped from entering country after admitting past cocaine use .


A flickering rainbow of colours came with the March solar storm that made the Northern Lights even more remarkable than usual, and Italian photographer Giovanna Griffo was in Iceland to capture them in all their glory. Griffo, 42, who is based in Latina, led a group of her students to Vik and Hella in the south of Iceland where they were fortunate enough to be blown away by what is said to have been the strongest geomagnetic storm in the current solar cycle. While Giovanna takes and edits all manner of photographs, she has a particular affinity with the night sky - and not just the spectacular Aurora Borealis but locations in her own country too. Scroll down for video . Italian photographer Giovanna Griffo's mesmerising images of the Aurora Borealis during the blue hour near Hella, Iceland . In March, the Northern Lights were even more remarkable than usual and Griffo was in Iceland to capture them in all their glory . This images of the night sky being illuminated with stunning yellow and pink was taken from a road outside Vik in Iceland's south . 'These shots have been taken in different locations in Italy and Iceland,' Griffo tells MailOnline. 'You can find amazing nightscapes almost everywhere, I started collecting night scenes near my home town and went always further and further trying to capture iconic places all around the world. 'The Northern Lights were one of my dreams, so I went some weeks ago to Iceland hoping to be lucky enough to get one! 'I have to say I have been so much more than just lucky, since I got one the most powerful solar storm in the last three years that made an incredibly Aurora visible in Germany too!' Griffo, the daughter of two artists, teaches photography and post-production in seminars all around Italy and is also the editor and founder of the photo community www.maxartis.i. Not a bad view for the residents of this home near Hella where the Northern Lights shone even brighter than usual last month . Griffo shot this stunning image of a man (right) admiring the sky over Molveno Lake in The Dolomites, Italy, and this pair (right) in Iceland . A man shines a torch but his light his overshadowed by the stars above Circeo National Park in Latina, Italy . These stunning night skies were immortalised from Val d'Orcia near in Siena in the Tuscany region of Italy . Griffo, the daughter of two artists, teaches photography and post-production in seminars all around Italy . A keen photographer since she was six spending time in her father's dark room, she still considers developing films and printing a form of 'magic' to this day. But you are in control of some elements of the craft and there are ways to maximise your chances to capture something as wonderful as these examples, and a lot of it comes down to the location. 'Scouting places in your own country is definitely simpler than when you are abroad,' she says. 'In any case it is

Summary: Italian photographer Giovanna Griffo, 42, shares her talents with images of the Northern Lights and other locations . The teacher of photography and post-production teaches courses all over Italy and recently visited Iceland . She reveals some tips on the best way to capture the Northern Lights and night skies in all their glory .


What's worse than finding a cockroach in your Big Mac? Half a cockroach. After a stressful day of moving house, Annah Sophia Stevenson decided to get takeaway from Blenheim McDonald's for herself and her three-year-old son Luca at about 5.20pm on Saturday. The cosmetic artist, from New Zealand, found that after taking three bites of her burger something was not right and then pulled a half eaten, disemboweled cockroach out of her mouth. Scroll down for video . A New Zealand woman discovered a cockroach after taking three bites into her Big Mac burger . 'I was working on it for about three or four seconds, I thought it was a bit of gristly meat,' Ms Stevenson told the Marlborough Express. 'The guts were hanging out and it had a big hole in the middle of it.' Ms Stevenson said she was trying to work her teeth through what must of been the insect's shell. After rushing to the bathroom to vomit, Ms Stevenson brushed her teeth only to find a piece of black shell lodged between her teeth. Ms Stevenson said she was trying to work her teeth through what must of been the insect's shell . The mother of one took to her Facebook account to post the alarming discovery after her McDonald's meal . 'I just couldn't cope, it felt like every time I swallowed I was swallowing bits of it,' she said. 'The incident was like something out of Fear Factor.' Shortly after the alarming discovery, the mother of one took to her Facebook account on Saturday night to post her horrible experience. 'Thanks McDonalds Blenheim, for the cockroach Big Mac. Only thing worse than finding it, was only finding half of it (have I consumed the other part?) and it was while I was chewing on it thinking it was a bit tough so pulled it out!!!,' she wrote. 'I feel violated, ill, traumatised, and disgusted.' The post has attracted more than 300 shares and several comments from family and friends. She usually avoids fast foods as she tries to keep healthy but due to her rushed time she ordered the meal . McDonald's have organised to pick up the evidence from Ms Stevenson in order to aid their investigation . The 26-year-old has yet to contact Blenheim McDonald's as she does not want to be bombarded with complimentary food vouchers. 'I'll never, ever eat another Big Mac as long as I live,' she said. According to Fairfax, McDonald's head of communications Simon Kenny said the incident would be investigated and McDonald's will pick up what remains of the evidence from Ms Stevenson. The mother said her family usually avoids fast foods in an attempt to keep healthy but ordered the meal due to time pressure. Along with her burger, she also ordered a McNugget Happy Meal and cheeseburger for her son and an icecream sundae and apple pie.

Summary: A woman has half eaten a large cockroach after biting into her Big Mac . Annah Sophia Stevenson's three year old son asked for a takeaway meal . She was three bites into her meal when she noticed a strange texture . The cosmetic artist then pulled a half eaten cockroach out of her mouth . McDonald's will pick up the evidence in order to aid their investigation .


Louis van Gaal expects Ryan Giggs to succeed him as Manchester United manager when the time comes. Giggs has been Van Gaal's assistant since the Dutchman took over at Old Trafford last summer. The former United midfielder had a spell in temporary charge of the 20-time English champions following the dismissal of David Moyes last season and Van Gaal believes the Welshman would be the natural choice to succeed him when he departs. Louis van Gaal expects Ryan Giggs to succeed him as Manchester United manager when he leaves the club . Giggs has a word with United captain Wayne Rooney as the Dutch manager watches on at Anfield last month . 'I expect that he (Giggs) will be the next manager after I am gone,' Van Gaal told MUTV. 'Now I have the responsibility. He has tasks that he has to perform like the players. What he has to do, for me, he does it very well.' The Welshman made a record 963 appearances for United during his glittering playing career, which stretched to 25 years. The 41-year-old won a remarkable 25 trophies, including 13 Barclays Premier League titles and two Champions Leagues. Just last week Van Gaal spoke of his admiration for the former winger, admitting there was a likeness between him and his own former assistant Jose Mourinho. Van Gaal has previously likened Giggs to his own former assistant - now Chelsea manager - Jose Mourinho . Giggs and Van Gaal sit side-by-side on the United bench, and the Dutch coach trusts his assistant a lot . 'I have to admit, I could not imagine when I spoke with him in May, that he would work so very hard,' Van Gaal said at a press conference on the eve of United's defeat to Mourinho's Chelsea. 'As an ex-player, you are not used to working hard. He is a very hard worker. 'He reads the game very good, like Jose. But to manage a group you have to learn. What I can see is that he is also learning quickly.' Giggs described taking charge of United for four games last year as 'the proudest moment of my life'. Giggs described taking charge of United for four games last year as 'the proudest moment of my life' The former Wales international took charge of matches against Nowich, Sunderland, Hull and Southampton . The former Wales international added: 'I have supported Manchester United all my life, I have been a part of the club since I was 13. I am proud, I am happy, a little nervous.' Giggs was given a near-deafening reception when he walked down the touchline and took his place in the home dugout at Old Trafford prior to his first match - a 4-0 win over Norwich. He was brought back down to earth a week later when his team lost at home to Sunderland, but United bounced back with victory over Hull and rounded off their season with a 1-1 draw at Southampton. Mourinho worked under Van Gaal earlier in his career and the Dutchman sees similar

Summary: Louis van Gaal has backed Ryan Giggs to be next Manchester United boss . Giggs has been the Dutchman's assistant since he arrived at Old Trafford . Former Welsh winger also spent period as caretaker manager last season .


Relatives of Boston bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev are refusing to accept that he was behind the marathon terrorist attack and want his defense lawyers fired. The convicted bomber's aunt, Maret Tsarnaeva, and two other relatives told Time in an interview this week in Chechen capital, Grozny, that they believed he was wrongly convicted as part of a conspiracy by the U.S. The bomber's uncle, Said-Hussein Tsarnaev, told the magazine that 'American special services' orchestrated the 2013 terrorist attack which left three dead and hundreds more wounded. Scroll down for video . Dzhokhar Tsarnaev's aunt, Maret Tsarnaeva, claimed in an interview this week that her nephew Dzhokhar (right) had been wrongfully convicted in the Boston bombing as part of a U.S. conspiracy . Martin Richard, who was killed in the bombings, is seen (front circle) just meters away from Dzhokhar Tsarnaev (back circle) on April 15, 2013.Seconds later, one of two bombs exploded, piercing his body with shrapnel . The family members could offer no evidence to back up their allegations. Tsarnaev was found guilty by a Boston jury on April 8 of all 30 counts - 17 of them carrying the death penalty - in connection to the deadly April 2013 attacks. The relatives have also attempted to get messages to Tsarnaev, urging him to fire his defense lawyers. However it appears that this request was now at odds with Tsarnaev's mother, who ranted in the wake of his guilty conviction on April 8 that her mass-murderer son is 'the best of the best'. The family is at war over whether to keep the defense team, including attorney Judy Clarke, who were attempting to prevent Tsarnaev being sentenced to the death penalty. Zubeidat Tsarnaeva 'would not listen to reason', the relatives told Time. The mother has continued to insist that Dzhokhar and his late brother Tamerlan were innocent, a position she has upheld since the brothers were pinpointed as the perpetrators of the atrocity two years ago. Zealot: Dzhokhar and Tamerlan Tsarnaev's mother, Zubeidat (pictured left in April 2013) sent a text message (right) of support in response to her surviving son's guilty verdict saying America was the real terrorist . A sketch shows Dzhokhar Tsarnaev (second left) and his defense team as the guilty verdicts on all charges against him were read on April 8. The jury will now decide if he gets the death penalty . In a text message to her son's supporter, Timur Rudaev, Mrs Tsarneava called the convicted killer 'my precious boy' before going on a rant against the US. 'America is the real terrorist and everyone knows that,' she wrote in the text, which was later shared on the Russian social media site VKontakte and sent to the news site Vocativ. 'My boys are the best of the best,' Mrs Tsarnaev added. She effusively thanked everyone who have been helping her family over the past two years and vowed to keep them in her thoughts. 'May God reward them for supporting my precious boy,' the mother wrote. Rudaev, a resident of Grozny, Chechnya, uploaded Mrs Tsrarnaev's text

Summary: Three of the convicted bomber's family members said they believe Dzhokhar Tsarnaev was the victim of a conspiracy . An uncle said 'American special services' orchestrated the 2013 terrorist attack which left three dead and hundreds more wounded . Tsarnaev was found guilty by a Boston jury on April 8 of all 30 counts - 17 of them carrying the death penalty . The death penalty phase of his trial begins on April 21 .


A new study has revealed that students on computer science and dentistry courses at university are much less likely to have had a sexual experience than pupils enrolled in other subjects. According to a new survey by student newspaper The Tab, 11 percent of computer scientists currently in higher education haven't had sex. 11,549 students were asked about their bedroom habits for the study, which then broke down the statistics in terms of which courses each person was enrolled on. A new study says students on computer science and dentistry courses at British universities are much less likely to have had sex (picture posed by models) Nine per cent of physicists declared that they were still virgins, followed by five per cent of dentists and four per cent of law, chemistry, engineering and medicine students. In contrast, pupils enrolled in Arts subjects like history and English were far more likely to have lost their virginity either before or at university. Art and sociology pupils were most likely to have had sex, with just one per cent claiming they were virgins. History of Art, philosophy, languages, business and politics all followed with just two percent of students revealing they were still virgins. The same survey recently showed that university pupils in Britain have an average of 8.2 sexual partners by the time they reach the middle of their higher education. A new survey of university students has revealed that they have had an average of 8.2 sexual partners (picture posed by models) According to the answers they received, 22 per cent of students didn't lose their virginity until they were 18 years old, with the second most popular age to have sex for the first time being 16. 19 percent of those asked lost their virginity at 17 and 15 percent lost theirs just before the age of consent - at 15. A shocking 1.66 per cent of students revealed they first had sex when they were 13 years of age or younger. There was still a significant number of young men and women who were still waiting for the right partner though, with five per cent of people declaring that they were still virgins. 22 per cent of students questioned during the survey revealed they didn't lose their virginity until they were 18 years old (picture posed by models) The student newspaper also compiled a list of the universities where people lost their virginity earliest. Seven per cent of people who took part in the study followed by Aston and Ulster with six per cent each. Meanwhile, one in ten students who took part in the from Lancaster University said they were still virgins, followed by nine per cent at both Kent and Royal Holloway University.

Summary: Survey by student news website The Tab looked into university sex habits . It found that scientists and dentists were most likely to be virgins . Sociologists and artists were least likely to still have their virginity .


Underlining a change across the nation, nearly 90per cent of U.S. adults now say they have health insurance, according to an extensive survey released Monday. Researchers behind the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index say the number of uninsured Americans is now at a record low. When tracking began in 2008 roughly 14per cent of citizens were uninsured, peaking at 18per cent in the third quarter of 2013. But marking a shift in the trend, for the first three months of this year the rate dropped to 11.9per cent. Whether the new findings turn out to be a high-water mark for President Barack Obama's health care law, or a milestone on the path toward his goal of getting virtually all U.S. residents covered, remains to be seen. Underlining a change across the nation, nearly nine in ten adults now say they have health insurance, according to an extensive survey released Monday . The law's future is still up in the air, and will turn on factors ranging from an upcoming Supreme Court decision on consumer subsidies to actions by Republican leaders in states opposed to Medicaid expansion. The latest update from the Gallup-Healthways survey overlaps with the period when the health law's second sign-up season was winding down. Coverage gains from 2014-2015 translate to about 3.6 million fewer adults uninsured since the fall, before open enrollment got under way, according to Gallup. 'The Affordable Care Act had three major objectives: increase coverage, slow the rate of increase in costs, and improve health,' said Dan Witters, research director for the poll. 'The first one is clearly a win. Coverage is increasing; there is no question about it.' On balance, an estimated 14.75 million adults have gained coverage since the fall of 2013, when the law's first open enrollment season was about to begin, according to Gallup. The uninsured rate lowest since Gallup and Healthways began tracking in 2008 . 'A big outstanding question is what will happen over the next couple of years,' said Larry Levitt, a health insurance expert with the nonpartisan Kaiser Family Foundation. 'To meet expectations, enrollment has to continue to grow and push the number of uninsured down.' The Gallup-Healthways survey is closely followed because it combines the depth of government-sponsored research with the timeliness of media polls. Pollsters interview 500 people a day, nearly every day of the year. One of the questions they ask is whether people have health insurance. The health care law offers subsidized private insurance for people who don't have access to job-based coverage, combined with an expansion of Medicaid aimed at low-income adults in states that accept it. Big states like Florida and Texas are among those refusing to expand Medicaid. The law requires nearly all Americans to have coverage, either through an employer, a government program, or by purchasing their own plan. Those remaining uninsured risk fines. It also provides subsidies to help low-to moderate-income people buy their own insurance. Comparing the most recent sign-up period with the first open enrollment season, the survey found that the uninsured rate declined at a slightly slower pace

Summary: Researchers behind the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index say the number of uninsured Americans is now at a record low . When tracking began in 2008 roughly 14 percent of citizens were uninsured, peaking at 18 percent in the third quarter of 2013 . But marking a shift in the trend, for the first three months of this year the rate dropped to 11.9 percent . The survey results were based on phone interviews conducted from January 2 to March 31 with a sample of 43,575 adults ages 18 and older .


'Heartless': Alice Kovach-Suehn, 56, was arrested last Friday and charged with elderly neglect after police say they found the man in her care weighing only 89lbs . A Florida woman starved a 96-year-old man in her care until he resembled a concentration camp prisoner and fed him dog excrement, according to police and the victim's doctors. Alice Kovach-Suehn, 56, from Apopka, was arrested last Friday and charged with elderly neglect after police say they found the man in her care weighing only 89lbs. Apopka Police Sgt Ed Chittenden said it was one of the worst cases of abuse he's ever witnessed over the course of his 18-year career in law enforcement. According to an arrest report, the senior in Kovach-Suehn's care was discovered covered in filth and severely emaciated. The 96-year-old told officers he was being starved and never allowed to eat anything but meat and ‘dog feces.’ By the time police rescued him, the victim could not move his hands and his knees were locked together. 'He was skin and bones,' Chittenden described to the station WESH-TV. Kovach-Suehn was arrested after she brought the half-starved man in her care to Florida Hospital complaining of digestive issues. The staff there were so struck by his condition they contacted the state Department of Children and Families. Scroll down for video . Mistreated: The senior in Kovach-Suehn's care was discovered covered in filth and emaciated. The 96-year-old told officers he was never allowed to eat anything but meat and 'dog feces' A doctor at the hospital said the 96-year-old Floridian looked as if he has emerged from the Auschwitz death camp, and another physician called the abuse 'homicide by starvation.' When offered food at the hospital, Sgt Chittenden said ‘he ate like a starving dog’ and, ultimately, he had to be spoon-fed. Police believe Ms Kovach-Suehn, who was the senior’s legal caretaker and had power-of-attorney, may have been deliberately starving the elderly man to get his money. The victim told investigators he was afraid of Kovach-Suehn and claimed she was trying to get his trust fund in her name, but he was resisting her efforts. Scheme: Police believe Ms Kovach-Suehn, who was the senior’s legal caretaker and had power-of-attorney, may have been deliberately starving the elderly man to get his money . When questioned by police, the woman denied claims of starvation and insisted that she fed the senior in her care well. She also pointed a finger of blame at the man's family, accusing them of refusing to look after him, reported WFTV. DCF case workers said they had visited Kovach-Suehn's home a few months ago to check up on the man but she denied them entry. Kovach-Suehn was released from jail Saturday after posting $5,000 bond. When the 96-year-old recovers enough to be released from the hospital, DCF will place him in a shelter.

Summary: Alice Kovich-Suehn, 53, charged with elderly neglect . Elderly man in Kovich-Suehn's care was brought to Florida hospital weighing only 89lbs . The 96-year-old victim said Kovich-Suehn, his legal caretaker who has power-of-attorney, has been starving him . When offered food, police said the skin-and-bones senior 'ate like a starving dog'


Guilty: Andras Janos Vass, 25, has been convicted of human trafficking and racketeering . A Hungarian man has been convicted of luring young, gay Eastern European men to the United States for a horrific life of sex slavery. Andras Janos Vass, 25, was found guilty of human trafficking and racketeering felonies this week after grooming fellow Hungarians online then keeping them captive in New York City and Miami. Vass brought men to America with the promises of easy work and high wages - then took their travel documents, threatened their families, and made them spend 20 hours a day on sex work, prosecutors said. He was found guilty of the offences by a jury in Miami-Dade on Thursday, the Miami Herald reported. He faces a maximum sentence of 155 years in prison - and will spend at least 21 behind bars. Three of Vass's victims testified against him at the trial. Two said they were tempted to the United States after being contacted via Planet Romeo, a free dating site. According Gay Star News, the men believed they would be employed as legal escorts and make between $3,000 and $5,000 a month. The victims said they were flown to New York City in 2012 and forced to live in a tiny one-bedroom apartment. They were forced to perform sex work at all hours, either in person or live on webcams. Lure: Prosecutors said at least two of the victims were lured to America via the Planet Romeo gay dating website . According to online listings, Vass's company, Never Sleep Inc., was based at an address in Sunset Park, Brooklyn in New York City. In August 2012, prosecutors said, the Vass and his associates moved the business to Miami. Vass is accused of running the sex ring with two other men, Gabor Acs and Viktor Berki, who have yet to stand trial. Victims said that they had their passports taken when they arrived and that Berki, a former policeman, threatened their families in Hungary. Vass is due to be sentenced on June 2.

Summary: Andras Janos Vass, 25, found guilty of human trafficking and racketeering . Lured at least two young men to America via Planet Romeo dating site . Thought they would be offered legal escort work, earning $5,000 a month . Victims said they had travel documents taken and were forced into sex . Vass's sex ring, which he allegedly ran with two other men, started in NYC . Moved to Miami in late 2012, where Vass has been standing trial . He faces up to 155 years in prison for his crime - with minimum of 21 years .


After years of suffering behind its barbed wire fences, watching those they loved waste away before their eyes while Nazi guards systematically slaughtered them by the tens of thousands - this is the moment the inmates of Bergen-Belsen watched as the death camp was burned to the ground. Steeped in human misery, these huts once contained the bodies of thousands of Jews, Gypsies, homosexuals, Nazi opponents and the disabled, sent to an inhuman death by Adolf Hitler and his demented regime. Diarist Anne Frank, and her sister Margot, also died here. Shortly after the camp was liberated by British and Canadian troops in 1945, it was torched, and at least part of that suffering was destroyed forever as the buildings, along with the Reichskriegs flag and Hitler portrait which adorned them, were consumed by flames. These hellish images, which were taken by British Reverend Charles Martin King Parsons, captured that poignant moment in history for future generations to remember. Infamous: This is the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in Germany as it appeared in the days after it was liberated by British and Canadian troops, adorned with the German Reichskriegs flag (left) and a portrait of Hitler (right) Historic: As a crowd of people watch on, British troops burn the buildings to the ground. These never-before-seen images were captured by Reverend Charles Martin King Parsons, who was one of a handful of chaplains who helped liberate it . Up in smoke: The camp, which became the final resting place of 50,000 Jews, Gypsies, homosexuals, Nazi opponents and those with disabilities, is burned to the ground after liberation in 1945 . Gone, but not forgotten: The images were uncovered by Tom Marshall, the great-grandson of Mr Parsons, who said he is proud that his great-grandfather was brave enough to take the pictures, so future generations do not forget what happened . Send off: In dramatic scenes soldiers line up in front of a stage as the camp is torched, bringing to an end the suffering inside . Mr Parsons, orginally from Leicestershire, was one of just a handful of British Army chaplains who made it inside the camp, and whose job it would have been to help cure the sick, and offer last comforts to those who were beyond saving. Anne Frank, whose diaries of persecution at the hands of the Nazis became the defining account of the Holocaust, was just one of Bergen-Belsen's many victims. Frank was living in the Netherlands when the Nazis seized it in 1940, leaving them trapped. In 1942 they were forced into hiding in secret rooms hidden inside Otto Frank's office building. They spent two years there, but were anonymously betrayed and sent to the concentration camps. Anne, and her sister Margot, were taken to Bergen-Belsen, where they died of typhus in February 1945, just months before the Allies liberated it. When the Allied troops arrived at Bergen-Belsen, it was in the grip of a terrible typhus outbreak, with prisoners dying at a rate of 500 a day. A sombre sign erected by the British Army, and photographed by

Summary: British Reverend Charles Martin King Parsons was one of a handful of chaplains to enter Bergen-Belsen camp . Captured these images, but never told family about them until they were discovered by grandson Tom Marshall . Mr Marshall said he is proud of his grandfather for making sure future generation can never forget what happened . WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT .


A father is desperately searching for his 13-year-old daughter, who hasn't been seen since last Thursday. Melissa Borg left her Baulkham Hills home in north-west Sydney at 7:30am on Thursday in her school uniform and made her way to The Hills Sports High School in Seven Hills. However, the Year 9 student never made it to class and after her father found no sign of her when he searched their house following work, he reported his daughter missing to police. 13-year-old Melissa Borg (pictured) has been missing from her Baulkham Hills home since last Thursday . Castle Hill Police have been assisting Melissa's family with the investigation into her disappearance ever since. Melissa is described by police as being 150cm with a slim build, long brown hair and brown eyes and was last seen wearing her school uniform - a dark blue skirt and a pale blue blouse. Police have questioned her school friends about her mysterious disappearance, however they have so far been unable to find the child. Melissa's parents are extremely concerned at her out of character actions and are worried about her young age. The teenager left home at 7:30AM and made her way to The Hills Sports High School in Seven Hills . Speaking to news.com.au Inspector David Hogg said police were holding out hope that Melissa was with friends. 'With any 13-year-old that goes missing for this time frame it's serious but our hope is she's with some friends and just doesn't want to contact her family,' Inspector Hogg said. 'If that is the case, whatever issue she has, we'd hope that she'd at least get in contact with police so we can get in contact with her family and let them know she is okay.' Inspector Hogg told the publication that there were unconfirmed sightings of the 13-year-old in the Merrylands area. However Melissa never made it to class and her father alerted police to her disappearance when he arrived home from work and she was nowhere to be found . Melissa's family and friends have taken to their Facebook pages to share a photo of the teenager in her school uniform. A picture posted online by Melissa's aunt Tricia Carlow has already been shared over 2,000 times around the Sydney area. 'My niece Melissa Borg is missing from the Baulkham Hills area since Thursday afternoon 02nd April 2015,' the caption said. 'Can you please share this around and keep an eye out for her. We at least need to know that she is safe and well.'

Summary: A 13-year-old girl has gone missing from her Sydney home . Melissa Borg, from Baulkham Hills, hasn't been seen since Thursday . She left the house at 7:30 to go to Seven Hills school but never made it . When her father got home from work he alerted police . A picture of Melissa in her blue school uniform has been released .


Chris Robshaw is braced for further scrutiny after he was caught on camera holidaying in Barbados with girlfriend Camilla Kerslake. The England captain has already talked to Andrew Strauss and Lawrence Dallaglio about the pressures of being in the spotlight in World Cup year. Robshaw’s worst fears were realised earlier this month when he was snapped on a sunshine break. Chris Robshaw and Camilla Kerslake shared this boating picture via Instagram while on holiday in Barbados . The couple attend The Olivier Awards at The Royal Opera House on Sunday and Robshaw in action v France . ‘Being papped is not something we welcomed or wanted,’ said Robshaw. ‘You do have to be more cautious when you are doing anything and it’s not natural. It’s a new situation and have sat down with guys like Andrew Strauss and Lawrence Dallaglio who have been through this before at the very highest level. ‘They have been under intense scrutiny and come through the other side and it’s about using their knowledge of how tough it can become and then prepare for what may come.’

Summary: England rugby captain Chris Robshaw photographed on holiday in Barbados with girlfriend Camilla Kerslake . Robshaw admits he did not welcome or enjoy the experience . He has spoken with former England captains about media scrutiny .


Winger Dom Manfredi stole the limelight from Ben Flower and Sam Tomkins as Wigan thrilled a 14,175 crowd at the DW Stadium with an exciting 30-20 win over Warrington. Most eyes before kick-off were on Welsh international Flower as he prepared to make his return from a six-month suspension imposed for punching Lance Hohaia in October's Grand Final defeat by St Helens. And the Wigan fans were delighted at half-time when the club announced the re-signing of Tomkins on a four-year deal from New Zealand Warriors, starting next season. Wigan winger Dom Manfredi scored a hat-trick for the second time in five days . All eyes were on Ben Flower on Thursday night as he made his return from a six-month ban after being sent off for punching Lance Hohaia in the opening moments of Wigan's Grand Final defeat by St Helens last October. RECEPTION: Flower's name was greeted with huge cheers when the team announcement was made 10 minutes before kick-off and there was a deafening roar 23 minutes into the match when he made his entrance, with Wigan fans on their feet for a standing ovation. PERFORMANCE: The Welshman came up with a knock-on four minutes into his return and clearly looked rusty after his lengthy lay-off. He produced some strong charges, however, and did his fair share of tackling before taking a breather after 32 minutes. Flower later returned for the last four minutes, by which time his side were firmly in charge. OVERALL: A steady if unspectacular return for the former Crusaders front rower in a match dominated by the tryscoring prowess of his young outside back team-mates. Unsurprisingly rusty at times, he will be better for his 36-minute contribution, made in two spells. By the end of a pulsating derby, however, it was the name of 21-year-old Manfredi which was on most people's lips after he scored a second hat-trick in five days. Manfredi had touched down three times in Wigan's 34-0 win over Catalans Dragons on Sunday and he once more demonstrated his exceptional ability to finish off the Wolves after they had taken the lead for a third time early in the second half. Warrington could hardly have made a better start, scoring two tries inside the first 10 minutes as they monopolised the early play. Skipper Joel Monaghan had gone close in the opening moments after gathering Richie Myler's high kick to the corner and he enjoyed an unopposed run-in after taking Stefan Ratchford's cut-out pass to open the scoring. Ratchford added the touchline conversion and the visitors increased their lead when Chris Bridge went through the attempted tackle of his opposite number Dan Sarginson for the first of his two tries. Wigan barely had touched the ball at that stage but they quickly demonstrated their attacking flair with two superbly-crafted touchdowns. Stand-off George Williams came up with a break for the first but it was a magnificent final pass from winger Joe Burgess that enabled England second rower Liam Farrell to finish off the move . Ben Flower (centre) returned to action after

Summary: Wigan winger Dom Manfredi scored a hat-trick of tries on Thursday night . Warriors announced re-signing of Sam Tomkins at half-time during derby . Ben Flower returned from six-month ban for punching Lance Hohaia .


Pete Evans has shared two incredible stories on social media featuring women who claim that the Paleo diet has helped alleviate the symptoms of the incurable disease, multiple sclerosis. A 30-year-old woman, known only as Hollie, wrote that she thought her life was over when she was diagnosed with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis in September 2013. She said that she endured months of constant dizziness, altered temperature perception, extreme fatigue, numbness in her legs and feet and fell into a period of depression. But after jumping on the Paleo diet bandwagon, Hollie claims she has not suffered any MS symptoms over the past 12 months, her depression has gone and she feels healthier than ever. Hollie's experience led the Sydney celebrity chef to share her testimonial with his 868,000-plus followers on Facebook on Saturday. Scroll down for video . Pete Evans has shared an incredible story about a woman who claims she no longer suffers multiple sclerosis . The Paleo diet has been one of the hottest diet trends around, with celebrity followers taking on the lifestyle . 'WOW this is powerful story on MS, thanks for sharing Hollie.. it will make your heart sing.. it has mine, please tag and share wide!' Evans wrote. The Australian chef also shared a similarly remarkable testimony by Marg, another MS sufferer. The woman claimed she has seen significant health improvements after being on Evans' 10 weeks Paleo program. 'I have had a lot of health issues the past years, mainly auto-immune stuff including MS,' she wrote in the online post on Tuesday. The celebrity chef has been a proud Paleo advocate . 'Having MS means I'm always sapped of energy, have numbness, pins and needles, pain, poor concentration, etc. Not any more!' Marg says she was recently able to walk up and down a flight of 811 stairs. 'No way on earth I could have done that 10 weeks ago,' she wrote. 'My concentration and memory is much better and I can also plan better. I'm not off my MS meds yet but I am off my Thyroid and Reflux meds. 'Thanks so much Pete and team for helping me get my life back. You've made this road so easy. As an added bonus I've gone from a size 16 to a size 12.' The revelation comes after the outspoken Paleo advocate posted a 2,100 word rant on social media claiming that the modern Australian diet is behind the rise in autism. The My Kitchen Rules judge has drawn criticism from health experts for promoting the benefits of a 'caveman diet' that cuts out grains, legumes, sugar and dairy. But Hollie has praised Evans for his endorsement of the controversial diet, saying 'the way you are changing the lives of others by leading an example is remarkable'. 'I have been inspired by your encouragement, great recipes and educated by the accurate information you provide,' Hollie wrote. 'Pete, I thank you so very much for bringing paleo in to the mainstream - people no longer look at me as though I'm a weirdo [sic] for following

Summary: Pete Evans has shared two incredible stories on social media . A woman called 'Hollie' has claimed the Paleo diet alleviated her MS symptoms . Another woman, 'Marg', who also suffers from MS, has claimed to have seen an improvement to her condition . Health experts say there is no scientific evidence to back up the claims that the Paleo diet helps MS suffers . Evans has shared the inspiring testimonials to 800,000-plus Facebook followers .


Volunteers who have restored one of the Dunkirk 'Little Ships' are now hoping they will be able to take the unique vessel back to the beaches where it helped to rescue 600 British soldiers. Fire boat Massey Shaw was requisitioned from the London Fire Brigade in 1940 and transported to Dunkirk to help with the evacuation of Allied troops in the face of the Nazi advance. After carrying 600 soldiers back to Britain, the boat returned to London where it helped to save St Paul's Cathedral and other buildings damaged in the Blitz. Scroll down for video . Renovation: Massey Shaw has been restored to its former glory seven decades after helping to save 600 troops from the Dunkirk beaches . Voyage: Volunteers are now hoping to transport the Massey Shaw back to Dunkirk to celebrate its amazing achievement . Rusting: This shows the poor condition that the Massey Shaw was in before it was restored by a group of volunteers and a trust . Home: The Massey Shaw pictured moored in a dock near Canary Wharf, home to a number of giant global banks . Massey Shaw is still capable of pumping out 3,000 gallons of water every minute - as much as four fire engines - despite being 80 years old. The boat went out of service in 1971, and four decades was used as a walkway in a London dock, allowing people to get to other bessels. But London fireman David Rogers and the Massey Shaw Education Trust spent six years restoring it, thanks to a grant from the National Lottery. They are now seeking additional funding to allow them to transport Massey Shaw to Dunkirk next month, which will mark the 75th anniversary of the Little Ships' adventure. Comeback: It took six years to undo the damage wrought on the Massey Shaw and restore it to how it was in the 1930s . Interior: The engine room of the old fire boat, which is still working well even though it was first built 80 years ago . On board: The controls and fire bell of the Massey Shaw have also been repaired thanks to a National Lottery grant . Deck: The boat is mounted with a hose which can pump out 3,000 gallons of water every minute, the same as four fire engines . Saying goodbye: The Massey Shaw pictured on its final voyage before being decommissioned as a fire boat in 1971 . Mr Rogers said: 'The boat was built in the 1930s and during its career fought fires along the Thames and London before being called to Dunkirk in 1940. It was the only fire boat to go. 'It went with the little ships and was initially going to be used as a fire boat but the strafing and gun fire was too much. 'Because it has a shallow hull it was able to get into La Penne beach outside Dunkirk where she rescued 500 troops in three trips across the English Channel and another 100 back to the UK after that. 'It didn't stop there

Summary: Massey Shaw was requisitioned from the London Fire Brigade and helped rescue 600 troops from Dunkirk in 1940 . The vessel went on to save St Paul's Cathedral during the Blitz before being commissioned in 1971 . But the fire boat has been renovated and restored to its former glory by a group of volunteers thanks to lottery grant . They are now seeking another £10,000 so they can transport the Massey Shaw back to Dunkirk 70 years later .


Accused: Officer Aaron Stringer, from Bakersfield, California, allegedly pulled on the toes and 'tickled' the feet of a man whom police had recently killed . A police officer who allegedly 'loves playing with dead bodies' has been accused of 'tickling' the feet and yanking on the head and toes of a dead man who had been recently shot killed by cops. Aaron Stringer, of the Bakersfield, California, Police Department, reportedly said 'tickle tickle' as he ran his fingers along the soles of the feet of Ramiro James Villegas, a 22-year-old whom officers killed the same day. A trainee police officer who was with him at the time told how Stringer then pulled on the corpse's toes, and pulled his head back and forth while discussing rigor mortis after the shooting on November 13. According to the Bakersfield Californian, he then said that he 'loves playing with dead bodies' and later told her to lie about what she'd seen. Stringer has been on paid administrative leave from the department since it started investigating the chilling accusations in November. Villegas was shot dead by police after crashing his car in a high-speed chase, ABC23 reported. Officers say they gunned him down after he got out of the car and reached for his waistband, raising fears that he had a gun. It later became clear that he wasn't armed. Stringer, who filed a police report about the day's activities, mentioned interviewing witnesses alongside trainee Lindy DeGeare, who eventually blew the whistle on the alleged corpse manipulation. Shot dead: Ramiro James Villegas, 22, had been shot dead on November 13 by Bakersfield Police after a car chase. Stringer allegedly 'played' with his body as it lay under a bloodied sheet . Let in: Stringer was allowed to see the body by a nurse at the Kern Medical Center, above . She said Stringer volunteered them to head to the Kern Medical Center in Bakersfield to help identify the body. It was there that a nurse gave them the passcode to the morgue where Villegas was being held. She said that when Stringer suggested she take a look at the body, she presumed it was part of legitimate training. Under California law, police officers are allowed to look at dead bodies to assess wounds, but are not supposed to handle them. According to the Bakersfield California, local prosecutors considered charging Stringer but dropped the case due to insufficient evidence. He is currently being investigated internally by the police department. A lawyer for the Villegas family said they are also 'very close' to filing a suit of their own. Shooting: Above shows local news footage of the scene where Villegas was shot. He had just crashed his car after a chase .

Summary: Officer Aaron Stringer, of Bakersfield, California, accused by trainee cop . Said to have played around with corpse of Ramiro James Villegas, 22 . Villegas had been shot dead by police earlier that day after a car chase . Trainee officer Lindy DeGeare said Stringer took her into a morgue . Allegedly said he 'loves playing with dead bodies' and asked her not to tell . Stringer, who was put on leave, was ultimately not charged by prosecutors . However, family of Villegas said they are close to filing a suit of their own .


Accused: Charlene Mess, 48, allegedly murdered her husband of 30 years at their New York farm . A farmer's wife murdered her husband then buried his dead body beneath a pile of manure, authorities have said. Charlene Mess, 48, was arrested on Monday after her husband of 30 years, 52-year-old Douglas Mess, was found killed at their farm in Attica, New York. State police troopers went to the home at 1229 Exchange Street Road after the couple's son, Douglas Mess, Jr., 29, reported that his father was missing. The younger Mess said that his dad had failed to show up to work on Monday morning and had not been seen since 8pm on Sunday. An air and ground search was carried out by the Wyoming County Sheriff's Office, local volunteer fire companies, friends and family members, and more than 25 members of the New York State Police, Trooper Victor Morales told DailyMail.com. It took seven hours to locate Mess' body, which was concealed in a mound of manure at the back of the 300-acre farm, he added. The farmer's wife, Charlene Mess, remained on the property throughout the entire search and was later taken into custody. Authorities believe she murdered her husband but have not commented on what led to his death or how she allegedly carried out the murder. Rural: His body was found stashed in a pile of manure at their farm along this road in Attica on Monday . State troopers would not comment on a motive when contacted by DailyMail.com on Tuesday, citing the ongoing investigation. Mrs Mess was charged with second-degree murder and has been arraigned. She is being held without bail by the Village of Warsaw Court. Attica is a rural town of 7,000 residents, around 40 miles southeast of Buffalo, New York. The couple has lived at the farm for the past four years, property records show.

Summary: Douglas Mess' son reported him missing from their Attica, New York farm on Monday and his body was found following a seven-hour search . His wife, Charlene Mess, has been charged with second-degree murder and remains in the local jail . Authorities have not released a motive or how Mess 'killed her husband'


Forget teddy bears. One baby girl has found the ultimate snuggle buddy: Boo the husky dog. Troy Slezak from Huntington Beach, California, filmed his seven-month-old daughter Stella playing with the giant pooch on the living room floor at home. Footage shows the duo rolling around together and even stopping for nose rubs. Best of friends: Troy Slezak from Huntington Beach, California, filmed his seven-month-old daughter Stella playing with the giant pooch on the living room floor at home . At one point Stella places one hand by Boo's mouth. But the friendly dog doesn't bite and calmly gives the tot a loving lick back. She even gives Stella a lick on the lips before the two lay down side-by-side. Smiles all around: Footage shows the duo rolling around together and even stopping for nose rubs . Caution: At one point Stella places one hand by Boo's mouth - but the friendly dog doesn't bite and calmly gives the tot a loving lick back . Personality change: Slezak says the canine is usually 'very hyper' but as soon as she sees Stella she is 'calm and careful' Even when her tummy, paws and ears are prodded, Boo the dog remains tranquil. Slezak says the canine is usually 'very hyper' but as soon as she sees Stella she is 'calm' and 'careful'. Another video uploaded to YouTube shows the pet and baby up to similar antics. Slezak's Facebook page also features photographs of his two favorite ladies. On a roll: Another video uploaded to YouTube shows the pet and baby up to similar antics . Strike a pose: Slezak's Facebook page also features photographs of his two favorite ladies .

Summary: Troy Slezak from California filmed his seven-month-old daughter Stella playing with the giant pooch on the living room floor at home . Footage shows the duo rolling around together and stopping for nose rubs . Slezak says the canine is usually 'very hyper' but as soon as she sees Stella she is 'calm' and 'careful'