Historian David Starkey has launched an astonishing attack on the 'victim status' of ethnic minorities and disabled people - and says women are only of average intelligence. The television presenter also gave his views on the current political class, claiming he did not believe any politician was equipped to be prime minister and the 'real talent has left politics'. The outspoken 70-year-old said evidence suggested women tended to be of average intelligence, whereas men were either 'very, very bright or very thick', but denied he is sexist. Scroll down for video . Outspoken: Historian David Starkey (pictured) says ethnic minority groups and disabled people should not 'assume the status of victim' In a wide-ranging interview with the Daily Telegraph, he hit out at Baroness Doreen Lawrence, the mother of race murder victim Stephen, for following what he claimed was the approach of US civil rights leaders after Martin Luther King's death by 'treating blacks as victims'. He said: 'They espoused victimhood and violence. And I think to a dangerous extent that has happened in this country. With all the praise that's been lavished on Doreen Lawrence, she's constantly treating blacks as victims. 'All forms of liberation, and I speak as gay and I was in all this when it wasn't fashionable, when you didn't get your CBE for being a prominent poofter, when there were actual penalties for doing it - all of them depend upon you taking control. About you refusing to be a victim. David Starkey also hit out at Baroness Doreen Lawrence (pictured), for following what he claimed was the approach of US civil rights leaders after Martin Luther King's death by 'treating blacks as victims' 'And I find it very, very sad the sway there is now this perpetual procession of people - group after group - wanting to assume the status of victim. It's catastrophic.' Starkey, who said he was 'born quite seriously disabled', added people with physical and mental disabilities should not be portrayed as victims. And he claimed fears of Islamophobia were victimising Muslims, making them 'therefore somehow privileged and exempt'. A recent poll showed many Muslims reported higher community tensions, with one in three saying they felt under greater suspicion in the last few years, while 44 per cent of non-Muslims reporting being more wary.

Summary: The presenter said disabled people should not be portrayed as victims . 70-year-old also claimed fears of Islamophobia were victimising Muslims . Does not believe any politician is currently equipped to be prime minister .


Kevin Pietersen can resurrect his Test career and prove axed England boss Paul Downton was wrong to sack him last year, according to Chris Tremlett. Surrey paceman Tremlett believes England and Wales Cricket Board managing director Downton's departure on Wednesday night opens the door for controversial batsman Pietersen's return. South Africa-born Pietersen is gearing up for his first county championship action since June 2013 after agreeing a new deal with Surrey. Chris Tremlett has backed his Surrey team-mate Kevin Pietersen to make an international comeback . Tremlett and Pietersen were all smiles on Surrey's media day at The Oval ahead of the new season . The 34-year-old is determined to restart his Test career after he was sacked in February 2014, and Tremlett backed his county team-mate to achieve that feat. 'Maybe that's the case that those changes open a door,' said Tremlett of Downton's ECB exit. 'They were the guys who were in place that I guess made those rulings that he wasn't going to come back and play for England. 'People have heard things from Colin Graves the last few weeks that he might have a chance of coming back. 'I guess it's just wait and see, who knows what's going to happen in the next few weeks, other positions could change within the England set-up. Pietersen cancelled his Indian Premier League contract in order to play domestic cricket for Surrey . 'But I think Kevin knows he's got a chance if he goes out there and scores runs. 'I think he feels he was harshly treated by being released from the ECB a year or so ago, so I think he's got a point to prove and it will be exciting to see what happens. 'I don't see why he can't get back into the England set-up. 'There's been a couple of changes over the last couple of days with England, and I don't know what's going to happen there. 'But I'm sure if he stacks up a lot of runs then people are going to be pushing for him to get back in the England side. 'It will be interesting to see how it unravels in the next five or six weeks. The 34-year-old takes a snap on his phone during the media day at The Oval on Thursday . 'But from Surrey's point of view we're all hoping he gets out there and scores big runs.' Pietersen was back at The Oval on Thursday for Surrey's pre-season press day, posing for team photographs. The 104-Test veteran's England career went up in smoke during the disastrous 2013-14 Ashes series in Australia, with accusations and back-biting of dressing room unrest. Captain Gareth Batty claimed the Surrey dressing room is 'even better' with Pietersen around, playing down any chances of the returning star causing any backroom imbalance. 'I can only comment on things I've seen with my own eyes,' said Batty. Pietersen has not played for England since England's disastrous Ashes Tour in 2013 . Paul Downton was sacked from his position as managing director of England cricket . 'But

Summary: Kevin Pietersen has made a return to county cricket with Surrey . The 34-year-old is determined to make a comeback for England . Paul Downton was axed as managing director of English cricket . Pietersen's Surrey team-mate Chris Tremlett back him to return .


He was the quiet Irishman with the hipster beard who plunged the Great British Bake Off into a storm of controversy over a Baked Alaska. Belfast-born Iain Watters had to leave the show after he binned his baked Alaska after the ice cream was left out of the freezer and it melted. But now he's back with his modern take on traditional fruity Easter fare - a Simnel cake. Scroll down for video . Former Great British Bake Off contestant, Iain Watters, is back to revive Easter classic, the Simnel cake . Packed with moist fruit and marzipan, Simnel cake has been enjoyed since the Medieval times during Easter. Topped with 12 balls of marzipan to celebrate the 12 apostles, the cake already has a distinctive appearance but Iain has taken that even further by dying it green. Working alongside shopping website ao.com, Iain offers up a modern update on the fruit-based cake, with the twist of pistachios, figs and nutmeg seasoning. The Simnel cake took a backseat for years, replaced by other classics such as hot cross buns - until this Easter. Perhaps the trendy construction engineer can convince a new generation of bakers to attempt this hearty cake. The Belfast-baker puts a modern twist on the Easter favourite with pistachios, nutmeg and chopped figs . Instead of almond marzipan, Watters' modern update has pistachio marzipan, and the cake is decorated with orange zest and edible rose petals . The Irish baker opts for a pistachio-based marzipan, and flavours the sponge with orange zest, chopped figs and nutmeg. The recipe was created by Iain after it was revealed by ao.com that the Simnel cake was enjoying a resurgence this Easter. A survey by the shopping website also revealed that 58 per cent of the population would be indulging in home baking to celebrate Easter. For the cake: . For the pistachio marzipan: . Method: . 1. For marzipan, finely grind the pistachios in a food processor. Add the icing sugar and grind to a really fine mixture, then tip into a mixing bowl. Lightly whisk 1 egg white with a fork and stir in. Using your hand, knead the mixture until smooth. You may not need all the egg white take care as it can become too wet very quickly . 2. Wrap in cling film and allow to rest in the fridge while you are making the cake . 3. Heat the oven to 170°C/325°F/Gas mark 3, and grease and line a 22mm round, deep cake tin . 4. Prepare the figs by chopping then into large pea sizes and set aside . 5. Sift the self-raising flour and finely grate the nutmeg and set aside . 6. Beat the margarine and sugar until light and fluffy; you can use a wooden spoon or an electric whisk or mixer. Then add all the eggs including egg yolk, along with the sifted flour and grated nutmeg and beat until well combined . 7. Now fold in the fig until thoroughly dispersed . 8. Pour the mixture into the prepare cake tin

Summary: The contestant stormed off the show last August after dessert meltdown . This Easter has seen traditional Simnel Cake overtake hot cross buns . The Irish baker has given cake modern update with pistachios and figs .


She's a household name and has graced Australian TV screens throughout the early Seventies and Eighties, but it's her appearance as a bubbly, upbeat housewife on the Ajax Spray'n'Wipe advertisements that is perhaps Paula Duncan's most famous role. However, despite the glossy, upbeat image portrayed on our screens, Duncan, now 62, has revealed she attempted to commit suicide at age 43, and that her teenage daughter Jessica Orcsik was the one who found her. 'I woke up and there was an ambulance and Jess was waiting for me at home,' Duncan told Studio 10 in a sobering interview. Scroll down for video . Revelation: Actress Paula Duncan revealed her battle with depression and attempt to take her own life in an interview with Studio 10 . Harrowing: The actress' daughter Jessica Orcsik explained her memories of finding her mother and calling an ambulance . 'I said ‘What happened?’ and she said, ‘Mum, the supermarket rang to say you’d collapsed in a foetal position in the park.’ 'I had no idea when or how. I don’t know if I was losing brain cells or if the pain was that hard to endure I just didn’t even want to think or feel anymore,' she told Studio 10. A few days later she began taking antidepressants, and it was during this time Duncan reveals she attempted to take her own life, with daughter Jessica finding her after a suicide attempt. Distressing: Orcsik (pictured with her mother in 2002) being the one to discover her was the hardest part of Duncan's experience, the pair explained in the interview . Behind the screen: The actress, best known these days as the bubbly face of Spray'n'Wipe, has revealed her marriage breakdowns contributed to her depression . 'My first instinct was to call 000, roll her on her side, it was kind of crazy,' said Orcsik. 'I think for her knowing I found her like that, is probably the hardest thing.' Cop shop crew: Paula Duncan with former husband and co worker John Orcsik . Duncan, who suffered a marriage break down to fellow actor John Orcsik, and then subsequently a second marriage breakdown to Steve Mason, the cycle of rejection were devastating blows in her life. John Orcsik, a fellow actor from Cop Shop, was Duncan's first love. She admits that she felt so overpowered with love for him, so much so it took precedence over the love of her baby. This left her feeling like a bad mother, and was the start of a series of triggers she says lead to 'episode depression.' Episodic depression, according to Duncan, meant she could feel low as a result of one specific episode, despite there being a lot of happy things still happening in her life. For Duncan, these episodes included - feeling like a bad mother, suffering a marriage breakdown, her mother passing away and then her marriage to Steve Mason taking an unexpected turn for the worse. 'I was filming Strange Bedfellows and Paul Hogan and Michael Caton came up and said, "I wouldn't read the Sunday paper

Summary: Paula Duncan is an Australian actress famous for 'Ajax Spray'n'Wipe' ad . Previously starred in seventies shows 'The Young Doctors' and 'Cop Shop' Jessica Orcsik, daughter of Duncan, found her after suicide attempt . Duncan talks candidly about feeling rejected and attempting to take her life .


Chris Gayle is not adverse to bowling spin, so it perhaps unsurprising that the batsman has tried his hands to get something to turn again - albeit if not on a cricket pitch. The 35-year-old is currently in India ahead of this year's IPL tournament which starts on Wednesday. And it appears the destructive batsman is enjoying himself before attempting to help Royal Challengers Bangalore be crowned IPL champions for the first time in their history. Chris Gayle (left) uploaded an Instagram picture behind the DJ decks ahead of the IPL season on Tuesday . Gayle, pictured in 2012, will be hoping to win Royal Challengers Bangalore's first-ever IPL crown this year . Accompanied with the caption: 'Current situation... Believe me, I'm on the work again... #USL #RCB,' Gayle posted a picture via his Instagram account on Tuesday of himself behind some DJ decks. It's not the first time that Gayle has tried his hand musically. Last month the West Indies opener posted 'I'm not leaving' alongside an Instagram video of himself singing along with an amused singer in Sydney after rejecting speculation that he will quit international cricket. Gayle, laughing while attempting to hit the high notes as the singer covers Sam Smith's 'Stay With Me', is no doubt referring to the picturesque Opera Bar on Sydney Harbour at which he was clearly enjoying himself. Despite his off-the-field pleasures, Gayle will be hoping that he and his Bangalore team-mates are signing from the same hymn sheet when they start their IPL campaign. The Challengers travel to the Kolkata Knight Riders on Saturday looking to make amends for the past three years where they have missed out on the play-offs altogether. Possessing a potent batting order that includes Gayle, AB de Villers and Virat Kohli - the £1.17million purchase of Dinesh Karthik in addition could see them finally shake off their underachievers tag. Virat Kohli (left) and Gayle pictured playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 2012 tournament .

Summary: Chris Gayle posted an Instagram photo behind the DJ decks on Tuesday . Gayle is in India ahead of the IPL season with Royal Challengers Bangalore . Royal Challengers Bangalore begin at Kolkata Knight Riders on Saturday . CLICK HERE to read Sportsmail's IPL preview ahead of the tournament .


Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone believes English football needs to ‘wake up’ after this season’s poor showing in Europe. Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City were eliminated at the Champions League last 16 stage, and Everton were dumped out of the Europa League in the same round. Simeone, who takes Atletico to rivals Real Madrid for a Champions League quarter-final second leg on Wednesday night, thinks this season’s failure should spark a response from the Premier League’s top clubs. Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has admitted his surprise at the plight of English clubs in Europe . Chelsea's players look dejected during their costly draw at home to Paris Saint-Germain last month . Barcelona's Luis Suarez beats Joe Hart during his side's 2-1 win against Manchester City at the Etihad . Arsenal's Mesut Ozil sits on the turf after his side's last 16 Champions League exit at the hands of Monaco . Click here to read Simeone's column in full . Writing in his exclusive column for Goal.com, he said: ‘I’m surprised there are no English clubs left in the Champions League. ‘English football has enormous potential with its footballers and financial clout. The fact that there is no English team left in the last eight of the Champions League or in the Europa League is a wake-up call for the Premier League to look at why it is that, despite their great economic power and with all the many great footballers playing in England, Chelsea are so far ahead of everyone else and why they have no teams left in Europe.’ Simeone believes that Spain is still home to the two best teams in Europe - Wednesday night’s opponents Real Madrid, who have home advantage after a 0-0 draw at the Vicente Calderon last week, and Barcelona. ‘For us at Atletico, we are competing against two teams with the obligation of winning the Champions League,’ he said. ‘At the very least, Madrid and Barcelona are among the last eight in Europe every season and usually the last four, so for Atletico to win La Liga last season was a tremendous achievement.’ Diego Godin (left) and Raul Garcia (centre) smile as Fernando Torres makes a point during training on Tuesday . Atletico Madrid defender Guilherme Siqueira (left) heads the ball as Antoine Griezmann watches on . Atletico forward Mario Mandzukic appeared in cheerful mood during training in Majadahonda on Tuesday . Atletico's Turkey international Arda Turan keeps his eye on the ball ahead of the quarter-final clash . Beating Barca to the title last season was harder than winning the Champions League, according to Simeone . Simeone believes his side will face one of Europe's top two teams when they take on Real Madrid . Carlo Ancelotti, meanwhile, resisted the opportunity to get his excuses in early ahead of the game at the Santiago Bernabeu. Despite facing Atletico without four members of his first team, he said: ‘I have the best squad in the world and it is more important to me who is playing than who is not’. Gareth Bale is Real’s

Summary: There are no English clubs left in the Champions League or Europa League . Diego Simeone admits he is surprised at the plight of Premier League sides . He believes Barcelona and Real Madrid are the top two clubs in Europe . Atletico Madrid face Real Madrid in their Champions League quarter-final .


Some teenagers get driving lessons from their parents. Other teens are taught by licensed instructors. But Malia Obama isn't your average 16-year-old: Her driving lessons were provided by the U.S. Secret Service. Asked who taught Malia how to drive, first lady Michelle Obama told celebrity chef and daytime talk-show host Rachael Ray in an interview that it was the armed agents who provide around-the-clock security for the family. Scroll down for video . Famous family: Malia Obama, seen with her mother Michelle Obama in April 2009, reportedly was taught how to drive by Secret Service agents . 'The Secret Service, actually, because they wouldn't let me in the car with her,' Mrs. Obama said in an excerpt of the interview that was released by Ray's program. The full interview is set to air Thursday. Mrs. Obama hasn't driven herself in seven or eight years, she said. She added that driving gives Malia 'a sense of normalcy,' helping her feel like the rest of her friends who are also driving. 'And my kids have got to learn how to live in the world like normal kids.' When Ray says that the Obamas seem 'so grounded,' the first lady replies that her 'hope is just to make sure that they (her daughters) come out of this thing as functioning adults, you know?' Malia also drives herself around Washington, Mrs. Obama said. 'She always has security around but in order for her to learn how to drive she had to drive on her own,' the first lady said during a separate interview on 'Live! With Kelly and Michael' earlier this week. 'So once she was legally permitted to drive on her own, she gets in her car.' Famous family: In this March 7, 2015 file photo, President Barack Obama and Malia Obama arrive at Air Force One at Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabama . Connection: First Lady Michelle Obama and Food Network chef Rachel Ray are seen together in February 2013 .

Summary: Michelle Obama told talk-show host Rachael Ray that Secret Service agents taught her daughter Malia how to drive . Mrs. Obama hasn't driven herself in seven or eight years, she said . She added that driving gives Malia 'a sense of normalcy,' helping her feel like the rest of her friends who are also driving .


Britain struck oil in the Falklands yesterday, a discovery likely to escalate already heightened tensions with Argentina over the ownership of the islands. Above, troops walk across the island in 1982 . Britain struck oil in the Falklands yesterday, a discovery likely to escalate already heightened tensions with Argentina over the ownership of the islands. After nine months of exploratory drilling, a group of British companies found oil and gas in a remote field north of the islands. The bonanza, which could be worth billions of pounds, will add to fears of renewed conflict over the British overseas territory just days after Defence Secretary Michael Fallon warned of a ‘very live threat’ from Argentina. The discovery at the Zebedee exploratory well comes amid worsening relations with Buenos Aires, exactly 33 years after Argentina invaded the islands. Lord West of Spithead, a former First Sea Lord, said last night the find would lead to further claims by the Argentinians over the long-disputed territory in the South Atlantic. ‘The rhetoric and sabre-rattling from Argentina will grow,’ he added. ‘The Argentinians have always been worried we will find oil and, given their economic state, they will think, “We should have it”. ‘We will have to be careful. The only way to stop them (acting) is to ensure we have sufficient military there. The rhetoric from Argentina will get worse.' Argentina invaded the Falklands in 1982, leading to a conflict that cost 260 British and 650 Argentine lives. The South American state still claims territorial rights to the islands. Britain pledged last week to invest £180million over the next ten years to defend the islands, with an upgrade of a surface-to-air missile system and the deployment of two Chinook helicopters. The commitment came after it was revealed earlier this year that Russia could be helping to re-arm Argentina. Scroll down for video . Yesterday’s discovery, which could yield 100 million barrels of oil, was announced by the British firms that share the exploration area, Premier Oil, Rockhopper Exploration and Falkland Oil & Gas. Malcolm Graham-Wood, an oil industry expert and founder of the consultancy HydroCarbon Capital, said: ‘This is good for Britain, good for British oil companies, good for taxes and good for the industry.’ The latest incident sees a heightening of tensions between Argentina and Britain over the Falklands. Pictured is the bombing of the Sir Galahad Troop Carrier, after it was hit by a missile . A map shows the oil has been discovered 130 north of the island by British companies at the Zebedee oil well . Samuel Moody, chief executive of Rockhopper, which is named after the southern rockhopper penguins found on the islands, said: ‘This is a fantastic start to the 2015 Falklands drilling campaign and provides early proof of the significant remaining potential of the North Falkland Basin.’ Shares in the oil-exploration companies initially soared to double digits after the discovery was announced. The row over the sovereignty of the islands, which Argentina calls Malvinas, could be intensified by the oil find. However, Mr Graham-Wood said: ‘Oil is always found

Summary: British companies found oil and gas in a remote field north of the islands . Comes days after minister warned of 'very live threat' from Argentina .


Tennis star Caroline Wozniacki was forced to defend herself after she congratulated American golf sensation Jordan Spieth on Twitter following his Masters success. Spieth rounded off a record-breaking week by winning the first major of his career with a four-shot victory in the Masters at Augusta . But, it didn't take long for her followers to ask whether it was a pop at former love interest Rory McIlroy as the world No 1 golfer finished strongly for fourth. Caroline Wozniacki was forced to defend herself after she congratulated golf sensation Jordan Spieth . But the tennis star was quick to ensure fans it wasn't a dig at her former love interest Rory McIlroy . World No 1 golfer McIlroy with former fiancee Wozniacki at the 2013 US Golf Writers' Dinner . The Danish professional tennis player said: ‘Congratulations to @JordanSpieth on winning @TheMasters! Extremely impressive how he came out firing from the start and never looked back.’ Wozniacki and McIlroy dated for more than two years and were due to get married before the Northern Ireland star got cold feet just days after sending out invitations. But 24-year-old Wozniacki was quick to explain that it was not a dig, she said: ‘Tweeps I was congratulating Spieth on his win, nothing else. It’s time for some of you to move on from the past. Thank you!’ Last year's champion Bubba Watson presents Spieth with the coveted green jacket . Spieth kisses his girlfriend Annie Verret following his record-breaking title win on Sunday .

Summary: Caroline Wozniacki took to Twitter to congratulate golfer Jordan Spieth . Spieth won the first major of his career at the Masters in Augusta . But fans were quick to question Wozniacki's motives following his win . Many asked whether it was a dig at former fiancee Rory McIlroy . CLICK HERE for more news and reaction to Masters 2015 .


Diego Simeone and Carlo Ancelotti both hailed Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak, who made a string of excellent saves to keep Real Madrid at bay. The Champions League quarter-final first leg clash at the Vicente Calderon finished goalless and that was largely thanks to an outstanding performance from the Slovenian goalkeeper. He made a phenomenal save to deny Gareth Bale in the fourth minute and another fantastic stop kept James Rodriguez from opening the scoring in the first half. Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak denies Gareth Bale an early goal at the Vicente Calderon on Tuesday . Oblak gets down low to keep out a shot from Real Madrid's James Rodriguez in the second half . 'They are one of the best teams in the world at defending. Oblak did a great job,' said Real Madrid boss Ancelotti. 'I think, above all in the first half we deserved more than 0-0. Real Madrid's first half was fantastic, we played very well, with personality. 'The second half was different because they pressured us more and we had difficulty keeping possession. 'The result was not good, but we have gained confidence from that game, from what the team showed. The result is the best of the 'worst' results. 'They are little details, we had opportunities and everyone did great work in attack, but we didn't finish well. We have to repeat this performance in the Bernabeu next Wednesday. Carlo Ancelotti wants his side to repeat their performance at the Bernabeu next week despite failing to win . Cristiano Ronaldo is thwarted in his attempt to open the scoring against rivals Atletico Madrid . 'After this game there is still no favourite. It's as it was before we started. We have to repeat the game we played in the first 45 minutes. With two draws, you can still go through.' Simeone was also impressed with the performance of Real Madrid in the first half, but more so with that of his goalkeeper. 'In the first half the opponents were good. Oblak was great, especially for Bale's chance. 'And the best thing was the reaction we had. Any other team that had been damaged as we were in the first half would have ended up conceding. 'But the game became much closer to what we had imagined at the start.' Simeone also did not want to put the blame on Sergio Ramos for an incident which saw Mario Mandzukic left with a bloodied face. Sergio Ramos (left) catches Mario Mandzukic with his elbow, cutting the Atletico striker's face . Diego Simone refused to blame Ramos for the clash, insisting that the Real defender didn't mean it . The two players clashed when challenging for the ball and Ramos' elbow caught the Croatian forward. 'Mandzukic had a hard game and competed against Ramos and Varane who are extraordinary players,' said Simeone. 'The hit with Ramos happened without him meaning to, so let's speak nothing more of it.' The teams meet again on Wednesday April 22, and Simeone, whose side have not lost to Ancelotti's in any of

Summary: Jan Oblak kept a clean sheet as Atletico drew 0-0 with rivals Real Madrid . Carlo Ancelotti admitted that Oblak 'did a great job' to keep his side out . Diego Simeone was also impressed with his goalkeeper's performance . Simeone refuses to blame Sergio Ramos for clash with Mario Mandzukic . Second leg of their Champions League quarter-final takes place next week .


A radical Muslim preacher has been refused a passport after the Home Office accused him of planning to join Islamic State. Trevor Brooks, an associate of Islamist firebrand Anjem Choudary, was told it was not in the public interest for him to have a passport because he is seen as a terror risk. A Home Office letter says that Brooks, also known as Abu Izzadeen, is an extremist linked to members of the banned group Al Muhajiroun. Trevor Brooks is a known associate of Islamist firebrand preacher Anjem Choudary (pictured) The letter adds: 'It is also assessed that you intend to travel overseas to Syria where you would use this opportunity to engage in terrorism-related activity, likely fighting alongside the terrorist organisation known as the Islamic State.' Brooks, 39, was released from prison last month after serving part of his 11-month term for breaching bail on a terrorist offence. The Home Office said it could not discuss individual cases. Chourdary made headlines last month when it emerged he had been invited to speak at the Oxford Union despite being on police bail on suspicion of being a member of a banned terror group. The notorious rabble rouser received an invitation by letter from the debating society, which stated it would be a 'great privilege' to have Choudary appear as the star guest. Choudary, who once said that Woolwich terror victim Fusilier Lee Rigby would 'burn in hellfire', was even offered a choice of days on which to attend the debate entitled: This house believes that radicalism is born at home. Britain's most notorious hate preacher proudly showed off his invitation after launching a hate-filled rant against Western society outside the Houses of Parliament in late March. He said: 'I am still on police bail after being arrested by Scotland Yard in September last year. 'But the police can't stop me from speaking. They can't stop me from going to the Oxford Union where I've been invited to speak.' He was one of nine men held in a series of co-ordinated dawn raids by counter terrorism police in September last year. All the men were held on suspicion of being a member of, or backing a banned terrorist group and supporting terrorism.

Summary: Preacher Trevor Brooks has been refused a passport by the Home Office . Brooks, 39, is an associate of Islamist firebrand preacher Anjem Choudary . A Home Office letter said he is linked to banned group Al Muhajiroun . It added he was assessed as being likely to travel to Syria to fight for ISIS .


He is about to turn 80 but self-confessed ladies’ man Albert Roux has evidently lost none of his charm. The legendary French chef has been wining and dining a string of glamorous blondes since divorcing his wife of eight years, Zimbabwean-born heiress Cheryl Roux, last year. The coterie includes a former flame, an artist, a hospitality manager and the woman at the centre of his bitter divorce – former cloakroom attendant Nataliya Lutsyshyna. Chef Albert Roux with his second wife, Zimbabwean-born heiress, Cheryl Roux before their divorce last year . Sources close to the restaurateur say he is ‘smitten’ with Ms Lutsyshyna, a 41-year-old Ukrainian who used to work at the Roux restaurant in Westminster. But this has not stopped him rekindling his close friendship with Debbie Spivey Izo, an American divorcee in her 60s whom he dated before his marriage to Cheryl, 58. He has also been meeting up with British landscape artist Lynne Moore and Eastern European tea hostess Ljiljana Pavicevic. Last weekend Roux was reportedly due to be helping his son Michel Jr cook at tennis star Andy Murray’s wedding reception at the Cromlix House hotel in Scotland. Instead he whisked Ms Lutsyshyna off on a romantic getaway to the South of France where they dined at the Michelin-starred Joel Robuchon Monte-Carlo restaurant. ‘Albert went to a lot of trouble to treat Nataliya,’ a friend of the chef said. Nataliya Lutsyshyna (left) was whisked on a romantic getaway with the chef. Right, Ljiljana Cejovic Pavicevic, or 'Lily', has had dinners with Mr Roux . Debbie Spivey Izo (left), an American divorcee in her 60s whom he dated before his marriage and Lynne Moore (right) who says she has been invited to 'half a dozen dinners' Mr Roux, who once confessed to giving up on his childhood dream of becoming a priest due to his philandering, started stepping out with Ms Lutsyshyna last year after The Mail on Sunday revealed that his wife was divorcing him on the grounds of adultery. At the time, Mr Roux admitted he had seen Miss Lutsyshyna ‘a week, maybe ten days before the end of the marriage’. Mr Roux, who divorced his first wife Monique, the mother of his two children – Michel Jr, and Danielle – in 2001, is said to have spent thousands on his new girlfriend. Says a source: ‘Some of Albert’s friends are very concerned about the amount of money that he is frittering away.’ However, while he is in an exclusive romantic relationship with Miss Lutsyshyna, she is not the only woman in his life. Ms Spivey Izo reappeared on the scene soon after Mr Roux’s split with Cheryl. She flew to Scotland to see Mr Roux at his establishments there soon after he became a single man again. ‘Debbie has been on the scene for years,’ adds a source. ‘She was dating Albert before he met Cheryl and she never really went away. As soon as his marriage to Cheryl ended, Albert was back in touch with her.’ Lynne Moore, who met Albert Roux through Lib Dem peer

Summary: Albert Roux has been dating a string of ladies since divorcing heiress wife . They include a Ukrainian cloakroom attendant, an artist and a tea hostess . The 79-year-old is said to have spent thousands on one of the women . Last year it emerged his wife was divorcing him on grounds of adultery .


It's official: alcohol makes you more attractive to the opposite sex. And that's when you are boozing, not them. Scientists at the University of Bristol found that having 'one large glass of wine' increases 'facial flushing' and 'confidence', making the drinker 'more attractive' to others and more likely to 'get lucky'. Researchers quizzed 40 heterosexual male and female students and asked them to rate the attractiveness of three groups of people who were sober, tipsy and drunk. A study of 40 men and women found drinking a glass of wine makes you more attractive to the opposite sex... ...but too much booze leads to 'excessive and unattractive' changes in facial expressions, like Bridget Jones . The study found that tipsy people, who had downed one large 250ml glass of 14 per cent wine - that's one-third of the bottle - were consistently voted as the 'most attractive'. Sober subjects and those who had 'had a few too many' were rated as far less attractive than a 'tipsy' subject. Academics have previously confirmed the existence of the 'beer goggles' phenomenon - in which boozers find other people more attractive after several drinks. This new study, however, is the first time it had been shown that the drinker themselves actually 'becomes more attractive' to others, in an experiment dubbed 'reverse beer goggles'. The study found that alcohol had a 'positive pulling power', but only if the subject was 'not hammered'. It states that booze 'mimics' how a person's body 'demonstrates it is healthy and attractive to attract potential mates' and that facial flushing is perceived by others as 'healthy and attractive'. Alcohol also makes people seem in a 'more positive or jolly mood' and encourages people to 'relax' and give off 'positive' signals, such as smiling - increasing their attractiveness levels. The study states: 'In addition to perceiving others as more attractive, an alcohol consumer may also be perceived by others as more attractive, and therefore receive greater sexual interest from potential mates. 'An increase in such attention from others may also positively reinforce alcohol consumption, particularly in social contexts.' The study found alcohol has 'positive pulling power' but only if the person isn't too intoxicated . The study said, however, that too much booze led to 'changes in facial expressions which were excessive and unattractive' - leading to a decrease in 'pulling power'. It adds: 'In conclusion, our data indicate that alcohol consumption may lead to consumers being rated as more attractive than sober individuals, but only following low levels of consumption. 'At higher levels of consumption this effect is not observed, and may even be reversed.' Professor Marcus Munafo, a senior researcher on the Bristol University study, said: 'The people who had consumed a small amount of alcohol had a slightly rosier complexion than they did in their sober and high-dose photos. 'Rosiness is attractive because it characterises good physical health characteristics. 'You consume a drink, so you see other people as more attractive, but you also become more attractive yourself because you've consumed a drink. 'But if they go on to

Summary: Study finds booze 'mimics' how a person's body demonstrates health . Facial flushing and confidence perceived as 'healthy and attractive' Experiment by the University of Bristol dubbed 'reverse beer goggles'


An Italian activist and artist has asked women to express their thoughts on gender violence by writing them down - on their underwear. In What Kind Of Man Are You?, AleXsandro Palombo is hoping to send out a more serious message with his latest work, as he asks women to share their thoughts on machismo by writing them on pairs of pants and sharing via social media. In the #briefmessage campaign, women hold up their often hard-hitting statements to the camera, sometimes staring boldly into the lens, and sometimes hiding behind the knickers. Italian activist and artist aleXsandro Palombo has turned his hand to photography for his latest project, 'What Kind Of Man Are You?' The illustrator is hoping to send out a more serious message with his latest work, as he asks women to share their thoughts on gender violence by writing them on pairs of pants and sharing via social media . And Palombo says the response has been 'immediate and powerful'. He said: 'Gender violence is a serious problem that can only be overcome through cultural and social education. 'Men must rebel against machismo and fight strongly gender violence. We must do it constantly and relentlessly. 'We need stronger law to fight violence against women.' The #briefmessage campaign to fight violence against women is an opportunity for women - and men - to share their feelings about machismo and violence in 2015 . Palambo says the response has been 'immediate and powerful' The messages, written by Italian women in a combination of English and Italian, range from the rather cheeky 'My balls [sic] bigger than yours' to the very simple 'No Rape'. Some are statements of defiance, lots focus on the perpetrator being weaker than the victim. One woman holds out her pair with the phrase, 'I'm not an object I'm a subject', another reads, 'I teach my son respect'. Another participant, making a stand against domestic violence, holds the statement: 'Never let the hand you hold, hold you down.' Other stark messages include: 'Weak men beat women', 'violence is weakness disguised as strength, and 'women are warriors, lose the abuser'. He says: 'Gender violence is a serious problem that can only be overcome through cultural and social education . 'Men must rebel against machismo and fight strongly gender violence. We must do it constantly and relentlessly,' says the artist . Many men have joined the social media campaign holding up their pants with phrases such as 'I'm a feminist' and 'women are not objects' emblazoned on them. AleXsandro Palombo is a contemporary artist known for irreverent and colourful art that often draws attention to controversial issues. Previous projects have included an 'anti anorexia' campaign featuring skeletal drawings of style icons Kate Moss and Alexa Chung, and a collection of famous female cartoon characters suffering the effects of domestic violence. To see more messages, visit humorchic.blogspot.it. The messages, written by Italian women in a combination of English and Italian, range from the rather cheeky to the very simple . Some are statements of defiance and lots focus on the

Summary: AleXsandro Palombo has created #briefmessage social campaign . Italian artist asked women to write a message about violence on their pants . He says the response has been 'immediate and powerful'


The terrorist group Al Qaida seized control of a major airport, sea port and oil terminal in southern Yemen today, consolidating its hold on the country's largest province. It came amid wider chaos pitting Shiite rebels against forces loyal to the exiled president and a Saudi-led air campaign. Military officials and residents said Al Qaida fighters clashed briefly with members of one of Yemen's largest brigades outside Mukalla, a city the militants overran earlier this month and where they freed prison inmates. Protests: Shiite rebels chant slogans as they hold up their weapons during a demonstration against an arms embargo imposed by the U.N. Security Council on Houthi leaders, in Sanaa, Yemen on Thursday . Today, Shiite rebels were involved in a demonstration on Thursday against an arms embargo imposed by the U.N. Security Council on Tuesday . The militants then seized control of the Riyan airport and moved to secure their hold on the city's main sea port, which is also an oil terminal. Security officials said the leaders of the brigade in charge of protecting the entire area fled. The latest advance marks a major gain for Al Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula, as the Yemeni affiliate is known. The group has exploited the chaos in Yemen, where Shiite rebels, along with allied military units loyal to former President Ali Abdullah Saleh, captured the capital in September and have been advancing despite a three-week Saudi-led air campaign. The rebels are staunch opponents of Al Qaida but are currently locked in fierce battles with forces loyal to Yemen's internationally recognised President Abed Rabbo Mansour Hadi, who fled to Saudi Arabia last month. The south eastern city of Mukalla is the capital of Yemen's largest province, Hadramawt, where Al Qaida has long maintained a presence despite US drone strikes and Yemeni counter terrorism operations. Nasser Baqazouz, an activist in the city, said the troops guarding the airport put up little resistance. A politician in Mukalla, Ali al-Kathiri, said Al Qaida and local tribal leaders had been negotiating with the brigade commanders to ensure a peaceful handover. As Al Qaida seized control of a major airport, sea port and oil terminal in southern Yemen today, Shiite rebels took part in a demonstration against an arms embargo . Rebels protesting against the arms embargo imposed by the U.N. Security Council on Houthi leaders . However, some fighters, suspected of being loyal to Saleh, clashed with the militants. A smaller air defence brigade handed over its camp to Al Qaida, apparently to avoid clashes, al-Kathiri said. A Saudi-led coalition has been striking the Shiite rebels, known as Houthis, and their allies from the air since March 26, but has carried out no attacks on Mukalla or other Al Qaida-controlled areas. The U.N. Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights said that at least 364 civilians are reported to have been killed since the start of the airstrikes at the end of March, including at least 84 children and 25 women. This is in addition to hundreds of fighters killed. Today, Shiite rebels were involved

Summary: Al Qaida seized control of an airport, sea port and oil terminal in Yemen . Latest advance marks a major gain for Al Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula . Came amid chaos pitting rebels against forces loyal to exiled president .


The PFA Premier League Team of the Year was unveiled on Sunday night at a glitzy ceremony at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London. The side, which is voted for by players from across the 20 clubs in England’s top flight, featured six Chelsea players, with Eden Hazard, winner of the individual prize, making the side for the third straight season. But did the professionals get it right? Not according to the EA Sports’ Performance Index anyway. Sergio Aguero nets his 21st strike of the season against Aston Villa. He has scored one more than Harry Kane . Cesc Fabregas, in action against his former club Arsenal on Sunday, and Aguero are in the EA Sports Team . Eden Hazard poses with his individual gong at Sunday's night's PFA Player of the Year awards in London . The system, which measures a player's contribution to the success of his team, sees Manchester City’s Sergio Aguero, scorer of 21 goals this term, replace Diego Costa up front. Aguero is one of five changes from the PFA Team of the Year. The EA Sports’ side sees two fewer Chelsea players in the line-up with Gary Cahill and Nemanja Matic failing to make the team. Instead Everton defender Phil Jagielka, who has missed just one Premier League game, and Santi Cazorla, one of Arsenal's standout players, are given the nod. The EA Sports Team of the Year (left) and the PFA Team of the Year award, which was announced on Sunday . Cesc Fabregas, a surprise omission from the PFA Player of the Team is included in the EA Sports XI. The Spaniard, who returned to Arsenal for the first time since leaving the Emirates Stadium to join Barcelona in the summer of 2011, has provided assists for 17 goals for Chelsea following his £30million arrival from the Nou Camp - the most of any player in the division. Aaron Cresswell beats Ryan Bertrand to fill the left-back slot after impressing for West Ham. Along with David de Gea, the 25-year-old Hammers defender is the only man to have played every minute of the campaign. John Terry, named in both line-ups, has started each of Chelsea’s 33 matches, but hasn’t completed every one. The EA Sports PPI is the official player rating index of the Premier League. It measures a player's contribution to the success of his team. The intention is to remove any opinion bias and only work with proven statistical measurements which become more accurate as the season progresses. So, what are the six indices? 1. Winning performance . 2. Player's performance per match . 3. Appearances . 4. Goals scored . 5. Assists . 6. Clean sheet .

Summary: The PFA Premier League Team of the Year was unveiled on Sunday night . It included six Chelsea players including captain John Terry . Man United, Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham and Southampton represented . The EA Sports team sees Diego Costa and Nemanja Matic miss OUT . But Blues midfielder Cesc Fabregas is included . Sergio Aguero, Santi Cazorla, Aaron Cresswell and Phil Jagielka also in . CLICK HERE for all the latest Premier League news .


A wallaby has been caught on camera delivering a swift jab to an unsuspecting wombat who invaded his personal space while he was grazing in a Victorian National Park. Shocked onlookers started filming the native pair at the Wilsons Promontory National Park, in the Gippsland region in southeast Victoria, as the wombat waddled over to the unsuspecting wallaby. Scroll down for video . Sucker punch: A wallaby shocked on lookers as he 'punched' a wombat who approached him while he was grazing . In a performance you would expect from a boxing kangaroo, the wallaby turned around and gave the wombat a little crack on the nose after it seemingly got a little too close for comfort. Onlookers were shocked by the actions of the wallaby but it looks like there's no bad blood between the two native Australian's as they both continued happily grazing in the area straight after the encounter. The wombat had no idea what he was in for as he approached the unsuspecting wallaby . Unlike this encounter, wallabies typically use their strong hind legs to deliver a powerful kick when they are feeling threatened. Wilsons Promontory National Park is home to a range of wildlife including kangaroos, emus, echidnas and numerous other smaller marsupials. The wildlife there has become quite accustomed to human presence and animals will often approach people or enter tents looking for food. Make sure you remember that it's illegal to feed wildlife in the national park and if you're caught could be slapped with a fine by park rangers.

Summary: Wallaby has been filmed 'punching' a wombat in a Victorian National Park . The wombat approached the unsuspecting wallaby and was met with a fist . Both animals went back to grazing in the area straight after the encounter . No animals were harmed during the writing of this article .


The New Zealand family of fourteen who last month walked out of a remote Christian commune that shuns the outside world are adjusting well to life in the wider community, a relative said, with the father accepting a farm job and the family moving into a home with modern appliances. James and Hope Ben Canaan last month declared they were living in a 'false system' and left the Gloriavale Christian Community, located at Lake Haupiri on New Zealand's West Coast, with their twelve children and few worldly possessions. Founded by the Australian-born evangelical preacher Neville Cooper - now known by the name Hopeful Christian - Gloriavale is home to around 500 residents, sometimes known as Cooperites, who wear a plain, blue uniform and reject birth control. Scroll down for video . Free: The Ben Canaan family (picture supplied) have left behind Gloriavale for the outside world. Many family are pictured here in traditional Gloriavale uniforms, although they are now allowed to wear 'modest' clothing . Gloriavale is a Christian community of around 500 people who follow a literal interpretation of the New Testament and reject the outside world . The Ben Canaans fled some 300km south to the town of Timaru, where supporters from the Marchwiel Reformed Baptist Church community have helped them adapt to a world where Christmas and birthdays are celebrated and money is used to purchase goods and services. '(They're doing) really, really good,' said Mr Ben Canaan's aunt, Miracle, who herself fled the picturesque commune with her husband and ten children around six years ago. 'They are adapting very well. They've got a job and everything. They've had a lot of support.' The family left Gloriavale, which is located at Lake Haupiri on the west coast of the South Island, for Timaru, around 320km away . Gloriavale residents do not hold celebrations for birthday parties or Christmas . Miracle, the daughter of Neville Cooper (pictured speaking in a previous interview with New Zealand television) said the Ben Canaan family are adapting very well . The Ben Canaans' close supporters have closed ranks around the family, who last month thanked the community for their support and requested privacy in order to 'settle into our new lives' in Timaru. Sources familiar with Gloriavale, such as Miracle - one of Neville Cooper's ten children - discussed the challenges of adjusting to life outside the commune in general terms to Daily Mail Australia. 'There's just a complete struggle in the outside world,' she said, adding that she had 'nothing' when she left but 'managed to get away' from the community 'without too much drama'. 'It's totally different to what you've lived before. 'You know nothing of just normal, everyday stuff - like renting a home, insurance, any of those types of things. 'Often people don't have their birth certificates or bank accounts. They don't even know how to spend money, how to buy things. 'There's birthday parties, Christmas - none of that was practised in the community... It's huge, adapting (to all of that).' The Ben Canaans will now be able to

Summary: A New Zealand family of fourteen walked out of remote Christian sect . Residents of Gloriavale isolate themselves from the outside world . With a population around 500, they do not use birth control . All residents are required to wear blue uniforms . They have advanced farming tech but rarely watch TV or listen to radio . The 'Ben Canaan' family, as they are known, now live in Timaru . They have been supported by local church who have rallied around them . The family have moved into a home and the father has a job as a farmer .


Police have found the car a Queensland teenager was forced into at gunpoint by an ex-partner. Relatives of Billy-Anne Huxham, 18, told officers on Tuesday morning she had been forced into a car outside a Caboolture home, north of Brisbane just after 6am. Shocked neighbours heard yelling and screaming moments before Ms Huxham was abducted from her home by a man who reportedly attacked her with a machete. Detectives are desperately searching for the teen and Carl Garry Chapman, 32, who is believed to be the victim's former boyfriend. A police spokeswoman says Ms Huxham contacted a relative on Thursday, but police still have serious concerns for her welfare. They believe she was taken in a silver 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander with the Queensland registration 789VNI. Scroll down for video . Abducted teen Billy-Anne Huxton has reportedly made contact with a family member . The have now found that car and their inquiries continue. Detective Acting Inspector Steve Windsor said guns could be involved in the abduction. 'With the information we have that possibly firearms are involved, the public - if they could advise Crime Stoppers (of any sighting),' he said. An investigation centre has also been set up at the Caboolture police station. 18-year-old Billy-Anne Huxham was reportedly woken up, attacked with a machete and taken from her home . A neighbour, who didn't want to be identified, said she heard screaming before the Mitsubishi took off down the street. 'I didn't really think much of it because that sort of thing isn't uncommon for that house,' she said. It was initially claimed that Ms Huxham sustained wounds to her leg and bruising to her face as a result of the violent ambush. A machete was allegedly left at the scene of the crime but the man is still armed and dangerous and is reportedly carrying a firearm. Detectives are currently searching for Carl Garry Chapman, 32, who is allegedly the victim's former boyfriend . Following the abduction, the perpetrator broke into another home in Caboolture and threatened the residents with a gun, believed to be shotgun or rifle. A police chase on the Bruce Highway was unsuccessful after Mr Chapman and Ms Huxham were spotted driving on Anzac Avenue at 11.30am - five hours after the abduction. Police are concerned for the woman's safety and urge the public not to approach the pair but to call 000 immediately.

Summary: 18-year-old Billy-Anne Huxham was abducted from her Caboolture home . The car she was seen in has been found by police, investigations continue . Police report she has made contact with a family member . She was allegedly taken by ex-boyfriend and wounded by a machete . Reportedly has wounds on her legs and bruises on her face after the ordeal . Hunt under way for Carl Garry Chapman, 32, seen driving with the victim after the alleged abduction and is understood to now have a firearm . Perpetrator 'broke into a home and waved gun at residents' after abduction .


Our young Earth may have collided with a body similar to the planet Mercury, says a new paper. The dramatic event could explain why our planet has a hot core that gives it its magnetic field. And it could also explain why certain rare-earth elements in Earth’s mantle do not seem to originate from the planet’s other building blocks - meteorites. Oxford scientists say a Mercury-like body struck the young Earth (artist's illustration shown). The object would have been the heat source for our planet's core. The same object could have been responsible for creating the moon. It also explains where some rare-Earth elements came from . The study, by two scientists from the University of Oxford, was published in the journal Nature. Our current theory of Earth’s formation involves basically more and more asteroids and other objects accumulating into one body. However, this model cannot explain where the heat source for Earth’s core - and ultimately its magnetic field - came from. In addition, Earth’s crust and mantle appear to have a higher ratio of the rare-earth elements samarium and neodymium than most meteorites - suggesting there was more at play in Earth’s formation than first thought. To address this discrepancy, scientists believe that Earth was hit by a body that was the size of Mars - but like Mercury in its composition - early in its life. This likely would have happened about 4.5 billion years ago. The body would have been rich in sulphur but very poor in oxygen - just like Mercury. Many researchers believe the moon formed after Earth was hit by a planet the size of Mars billions of years ago. This is called the giant impact hypothesis. The hypothesis claims the moon is debris left over following an indirect collision between our planet and an astronomical body approximately 4.5 billion years ago. The colliding body is sometimes called Theia, after the mythical Greek Titan who was the mother of Selene, the goddess of the Moon. But one mystery has persisted, revealed by rocks the Apollo astronauts brought back from the moon - why are the moon and Earth so similar in their composition? Several different theories have emerged over the years to explain the similar fingerprints of Earth and the moon. Perhaps the impact created a huge cloud of debris that mixed thoroughly with the Earth and then later condensed to form the moon. Or Theia could have, coincidentally, been isotopically similar to young Earth. A third possibility is that the moon formed from Earthen materials, rather than from Theia, although this would have been a very unusual type of impact. Our current theory of Earth’s (left) formation involves basically more and more asteroids and other objects accumulating into one body. Now scientists think that Earth was hit by a body that was the size of Mars, but like Mercury (right) in its composition, early in its life. In the young solar system 4.5 billion years ago, illustrated, various planetesimals and other small bodies coalesced together to form larger bodies like Earth . As it

Summary: Oxford scientists say a Mercury-like body struck the young Earth . The Mars-sized object would have been the heat source for our planet . The same object could have been responsible for creating the moon . It also explains where some rare-Earth elements came from .


Jurgen Klopp has told Borussia Dortmund he wants to quit at the end of the season, according to reports in Germany. The 47-year-old manager believes he has taken the Bundesliga club as far as he can and wants a new challenge after a year off. The club have called a press conference for Wednesday at 12.30pm. Jurgen Klopp has told Borussia Dortmund he wants to leave the club this summer . Klopp could be heading for the exit door after seven largely successful years at Dortmund . A downcast Klopp during Dortmund's 3-1 loss to Borussia Monchengladbach at the weekend . Martin Samuel on why Premier League clubs should be trying to entice Klopp . Klopp has been linked with a move to the Barclays Premier League and this news will have Arsenal and Manchester City, among others, on alert. The German newspaper Bild report that Klopp has told Dortmund chief executive Hans-Joachim Watzke he wants to leave after seven years at the Westfalenstadion. In that time, he has won two Bundesliga titles and the German Cup, as well as guiding the team to the Champions League final in 2013. Bild report that the former Mainz coach Thomas Tuchel, 41, is in the frame to take over. Although Klopp is contracted to Dortmund until 2018, he is understood to be exhausted following a difficult season in which the club have flirted with relegation. Dejected Dortmund players Neven Subotic, Mats Hummels, Sokratis and Ciro Immobile after Saturday's loss . The season has been one of struggle for Dortmund, who flirted with relegation from the Bundesliga . Klopp shakes hands with Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger before their Champions League tie in November . The news about Klopp's future will place a number of Premier League clubs on alert . Bundesliga 2010-11, 2011-12 . German Cup 2011-12 . DFL-Supercup 2013, 2014 . T-Home Supercup 2008 . UEFA Champions League runner-up 2012-13 . German Manager of the Year 2011, 2012 . Sitting in 10th position, Dortmund find themselves 37 points behind rivals and league leaders Bayern Munich. But even this is an improvement on a catastrophic first half of the season in which they won just four league games before the winter break and sat bottom for three weeks. They suffered further embarrassment in the Champions League, beaten 3-0 at home by Juventus in the second leg of their last-16 tie to complete a 5-1 aggregate defeat. The relationship between Klopp and bosses Watzke and sport manager Michael Zorc has become increasingly strained. Bild also claim that Zorc met with Tuchel back in April 2014 amid speculation that Klopp was set to join a Premier League club then. 15/8 - Man City . 11/2 - Real Madrid . 6/1 - Arsenal . 6/1 - Liverpool . 7/1 - Barcelona . 10/1 - Chelsea . 10/1 - Bayern Munich . 12/1 - Man United . 17/1 - Everton . 33/1 - Southampton . 33/1 - Atletico Madrid . 45/1 - Newcastle . 45/1 - West Ham . Odds courtesy of Paddy Power, correct at time of publication

Summary: Premier League clubs on alert after shock reports from Germany . Klopp has told Dortmund bosses he wants to leave in the summer . Press conference has been scheduled for 12.30pm . The 47-year-old has been linked to Arsenal and Man City jobs . Klopp has won two league titles and the German Cup in seven years there . BREAKING NEWS: Klopp confirms he will leave Dortmund in the summer .


Juventus and Liverpool are continuing to monitor developments with Chelsea midfielder Oscar. The Brazil international has been criticised by Jose Mourinho in recent weeks and there are question marks over his future. Chelsea want to strengthen in the summer and may need a high profile departure to help balance the books. Juventus and Liverpool are interested in signing Chelsea 23-year-old midfielder Oscar . Oscar in action during Chelsea's 1-0 Premier League victory against Queens Park Rangers last weekend . Oscar cost Chelsea £19.35m and they would want a substantial profit on the 23 year-old. Paris Saintt Germain have shown interest in the past also. Juventus want a playmaker for next season and Brazil boss Carlos Dunga advised them to buy Oscar. 'He reminds me of Roberto Baggio,' he said. 'Oscar has technique, reads situations well and is a modern and versatile trequartista. He reminds me of Roberto Baggio, but also has similarities to Massimiliano Allegri. The former Sao Paulo youngster has struggled to make an impact for Chelsea this season . Brazil coach Dunga (pictured) revealed the Chelsea midfielder reminds him of Roberto Baggio . 'Brazilians like to have fun with their football, which hasn’t happened to Oscar very much recently, but I met Jose Mourinho and he spoke highly of all his Brazilian players. 'I tell Allegri that Oscar is strong and also a good lad. A forward line with him, Carlos Tevez and Alvaro Morata would drive any Coach crazy. 'It wouldn’t be a step backwards for Oscar to go to Juventus. He’d be decisive in Serie A and whether he plays for Juventus or Chelsea it’ll always be a great club.' Oscar celebrates scoring Chelsea's fourth goal during the 5-0 victory against Swansea in January .

Summary: Chelsea could consider selling Brazilian midfielder Oscar this summer . Both Juventus and Liverpool are keeping tracking of developments . Oscar has struggled to maintain a first team place this season .


It's not every day two senior barristers in the nation's highest court go head to head over the fate of a pooch on death row. But on Tuesday in Canberra that's exactly what happened. Condemned Staffordshire terrier Izzy is set to be destroyed after she bit a woman in August 2012 after escaping from her owner Tania Isbester's backyard in The Basin, east Melbourne, Victoria. Lawyers for Victorian woman Tania Isbester appealed to the High Court hoping to have her Staffordshire terrier, deemed aggressive by Knox City Council, saved from being put down. The woman who Izzy bit suffered a 1.5cm to her finger on August 4 in 2012, which is deemed as a 'serious injury' under the Domestic Animal Act in Victorian law, and Izzy was seized by the council in June 2013. This is the first time a dog on death row is having its case heard in Australia's highest court. Condemned Staffordshire terrier Izzy is set to be destroyed but could be saved by a final High Court bid . Richard Kendall QC, representing Ms Isbester, argued a member of the panel which determined Izzy's fate had a conflict of interest. Kirsten Hughes investigated the attack Izzy made in August 2012 and presented evidence at a later Magistrates Court hearing in which Ms Isbester pleaded guilty. Ms Hughes then informed her about a panel hearing to determine the dog's fate, before participating in it and helping to draw up the final reasons, Mr Kendall said. 'Ms Hughes had a fundamental part in the process of decision making,' he told the court, claiming she was both the accuser and acting as judge. Justice Patrick Keane took exception to that characterisation criticising the lawyer for 'sliding into personal attacks'. 'Well, I'll desist,' Mr Kendall conceded. Lawyers for the council argued there was no judge in the case, but rather an administrator making an administrative decision. Stephen Donaghue QC acknowledged Ms Hughes played a role on the panel, but said the final decision was made by another member. Ms Isbester had three Staffordshire terriers, including Izzy, which were involved in attacks on other dogs after escaping from her backyard in The Basin, a suburb in Melbourne's east. In 2013 she pleaded guilty to a charge relating to an 1.5cm cut allegedly caused by Izzy on the middle finger of a woman trying to pull the dog away from her daughters. A dog on death row will for the first time in history have its case heard in the High Court of Australia . The dog has been housed by the RSPCA since it was seized two years ago, sparking a lengthy legal battle. Lawyers representing the dog at no cost to the client say the local council that is fighting for Izzy's destruction in the High Court is wasting public money by perusing the case. City of Knox council has refused RSPCA South Australia's offer to rehabilitate the pet and assume all liability for her at no extra cost from the time of collection. 'The council is prepared to spend a six

Summary: The City of Knox council made an 'administrative decision' to kill Izzy . An appeal to save the dog has begun in Australia's High Court on Tuesday . The Staffordshire terrier bit a woman in August 2012 . She suffered a 1.5cm cut but it was classed as a 'serious injury' Council decided to destroy Izzy during a council panel meeting . Normally a magistrate decides whether a dog should be killed . The Barristers Animal Welfare Panel are fighting her case at no cost . If they win the council will have to pay legal fees . RSPCA SA offered to take Izzy and assess her for rehabilitation .


A driver who killed a Good Samaritan on the M1 has been spared a prison sentence after admitting causing his death by careless driving. Retired policeman Spencer Bell, 71, had bravely ventured on to the motorway near Watford, Hertfordshire, after a man fell from a bridge in January last year. But as he tended the victim – Alan Tretheway, 67 – Mr Bell was struck by a Toyota driven by mother-of-three Iram Shahzad. Retired policeman Spencer Bell (pictured), 71, had bravely ventured on to the motorway near Watford, Hertfordshire, after a man fell from a bridge in January last year . A court was told she had tried to avoid a queue of traffic that had built up by veering into the outside lane at up to 88mph. As Mr Bell crouched with Mr Tretheway, he was struck and killed. Last week Mrs Shahzad, 32, pleaded guilty at St Albans Crown Court to causing Mr Bell’s death. She was sentenced to 14 months imprisonment, suspended for two years, and banned from driving for 18 months. As Mr Bell tended the victim – Alan Tretheway, 67 – he was struck by a Toyota driven by mother-of-three Iram Shahzad .

Summary: Spencer Bell, 71, ventured onto M1 motorway after man fell from a bridge . But as he tended the victim he was struck by car driven by Iram Shahzad . She had tried to avoid queue of traffic by veering into outside lane at speeds of up to 88mph . Mrs Shahzad, 32, pleaded guilty to causing Mr Bell's death and received a suspended sentence .


Bayern Munich may have been ravaged by injuries ahead of the Champions League game at Porto on Wednesday but the squad's sense of unity is stronger, Thomas Muller said on Tuesday. The Bavarians, chasing three titles this season, are without Arjen Robben, Franck Ribery, Bastian Schweinsteiger and David Alaba among others for the quarter-final, first leg in Portugal. 'For the (recent) games against Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen we had two matches where we played with a decimated squad and with few options,' Muller said. Bayern Munich striker Thomas Muller believes his team are stronger for their recent injury troubles . Muller celebrates his goal in Bayern's 3-0 Bundesliga win over Eintracht Frankfurt at the weekend . Bayern keeper Manuel Neuer whispers in Muller's ear during their press conference before the Porto game . Bayern beat Dortmund in the Bundesliga before edging past Leverkusen in the German Cup last eight on penalties and looked unaffected by the absences. They also beat Eintracht Frankfurt 3-0 on Saturday. 'In those games we came closer together as a group, as a unit, and that will obviously help us against Porto,' said Muller. 'Now it is not about the injuries but about building a strong unit on the pitch with the players who are there. We are confident and hopefully we can score a few goals.' Five-times champions Bayern will rely heavily on the scoring prowess of Muller and Robert Lewandowski in the absence of Robben and Ribery as they look to become the first team to beat Porto in the Champions League this season. Bayern coach Pep Guardiola is eyeing up a Treble of Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal and Champions League . Bayern celebrate with their supporters at the end of Saturday's 3-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt . The injured Arjen Robben has been forced to watch recent games from the stands . Franck Ribery, seen here scoring against Shakhtar in the last round, is also sidelined through injury . Bastian Schweinsteiger also suffered an ankle injury during Bayern's recent game with Borussia Dortmund . April 15 Porto (A) Champions League Quarter-final, first leg . April 18 Hoffenheim (A) April 25 Porto (H) Champions League Quarter-final, second leg . April 25 Hertha Berlin (H) April 28 Borussia Dortmund . DFB-Pokal semi-final . Twice winners Porto won four matches and drew twice in the group stage before crushing Basel 5-1 on aggregate in the round of 16. 'I am surprised with their level and we will need two good games to reach the semi-finals,' said Bayern coach Pep Guardiola. 'They play an open game ... they have physical midfielders but with great quality. That is also their biggest asset. Their individual quality.' Guardiola added there was no point talking about the Bayern injuries, saying he would simply try his best with the players at his disposal. 'The last two weeks we talked about this a lot but we have this situation and we are here with these 14 players and we will try our best. That's what it is and I won't complain,' he explained.

Summary: Bayern are in Portugal to face Porto in Champions League quarters . Robben, Ribery, Schweinsteiger and Alaba are all out through injury . But Muller believes these problems have brought the team closer together . Pep Guardiola's side have looked untroubled by their absence . They have a big lead in the Bundesliga and progressed in the Cup .


The 43-year-old is the first presenter of the BBC dance contest to be nominated for the awards . When Claudia Winkleman replaced Sir Bruce Forsyth as co-host of Strictly Come Dancing, sceptics thought she would struggle to fill his shoes. Now, she has proved them wrong with a Bafta nomination for her first season on the show. The 43-year-old is the first presenter of the BBC dance contest to be nominated for the awards, something both Sir Bruce and co-host Tess Daly failed to achieve. It comes even though she was absent for almost a month while daughter Matilda, eight, recovered after her Halloween costume accidentally caught fire. The mother-of-three will compete in the entertainment performance category at next month’s awards with Ant and Dec, Graham Norton and Celebrity Juice host Leigh Francis. Meanwhile, Sir Bruce, 87, has said he does not miss his time hosting Strictly, admitting: ‘It was never the show I thought it would be.’ The veteran entertainer said he wished he had been allowed to interact more with the celebrities. Other Bafta hopefuls include Broadchurch star Olivia Colman, 41, who is nominated in the female performance in a comedy category for her role in BBC2 comedy Rev. Miss Winkleman’s nomination has led the programme into its most successful ever year at the Baftas, after it won a total of three nominations, including for Entertainment Show and Audience Choice. The nominations have been voted for by 4,000 Bafta members. It has again come out on top against ITV rivals X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent, both of which have again been snubbed. The shortlists mark the continuation of a disappointing run for Simon Cowell’s duo of talent shows. Both Sir Bruce (centre) and co-host Tess Daly (right) have failed to receive a nomination from the show . X Factor’s six-year run of nominations ended in 2011 and Britain’s Got Talent has failed to make the cut since 2010. BBC bosses were recently reported to be considering dropping Miss Winkleman before Strictly’s return later this year, describing her first run as a ‘trial shift’. However, with the nomination now in her corner, her case for staying is compelling. She has won the recognition despite being absent from the show for almost a month while her daughter, Mathilda, eight, recovered from a horrific Halloween accident in which her costume caught fire. In the interim, her post was covered by Zoe Ball, 44, who fronts Strictly spin-off show It Takes Two. The nominees for this year's Baftas: Hopefuls include Broadchurch star Olivia Colman, 41, who is nominated in the female performance in a comedy category for her role in BBC2 comedy Rev . Before taking on the role she spoke of her nerves at filling such a primetime slot. She said: ‘I am going to be Tess and she is going to be Bruce. I just want to be useful. If I am useful... it will be fine.’ This is the fifth time Strictly has been nominated in the Entertainment Programme category but it has so far never won the award. This

Summary: After one series on the show Claudia Winkleman is nominated for a Bafta . Neither Sir Bruce Forsyth nor Tess Daly were nominated for the awards . She will compete against Ant and Dec, Graham Norton and Leigh Francis .


A Toronto tower crane operator took pictures of a raccoon that climbed almost 700 feet up a metal ladder before taking a high-altitude poop. Rob MacFarlane captured photos of the raccoon on his crane after it climbed about 213 meters up. MacFarlane shared his first picture of 'Little Mac' on social media on Thursday morning after the crapping critter presumably made the climb over the course of the night. Rob MacFarlane shared the picture of the brave raccoon, 'Little Mac', on social media on Thursday morning . The little critter climbed almost 700 feet up MacFarlane's tower crane in Toronto before being photographed . He wrote: 'This critter climbed over 700' to crap on my machine deck.' In the shot, Mac can been see holding on to the ladder for dear life with its eyes staring wide. According to MacFarlane, the animal slowly climbed to the ground without being hurt and 'found somewhere else to sleep all day', the Toronto Star reported. MacFarlane hasn't documented prior appearances by raccoons, but he does often post photos from his crane . He said: 'They are the tortoise in the story. 'Not so fast, but efficient. 'It's not unusual. Raccoons seem to like cranes.' MacFarlane has seen raccoons on his crane before and has also found 'evidence' of their presence in the past. He hasn't documented their previous appearances, but does post photos from the crane quite often. The crane operator said: 'It's not unusual. Raccoons seem to like cranes.' He has found their 'evidence' before . The crane MacFarlane was working on Thursday stands east of the Rogers Centre at Yonge and the Esplanade . The crane he was working on stands east of the Rogers Centre at Yonge and the Esplanade in downtown Toronto. In addition to pooping on cranes, raccoons also have been getting into the city's garbage bins. The Toronto City Council is considering a $31million investment in new compost bins featuring turn-dial locks that raccoons cannot open. Mayor John Tory said: 'We have left no stone unturned in our fight against the Raccoon Nation. 'Defeat is not an option.'

Summary: Photos of the raccoon were taken by crane operator Rob MacFarlane . Climbed about 213 meters up MacFarlane's crane on Wednesday night in Toronto . Shots of 'Little Mac' were posted on Thursday morning and spread on Twitter . Animal got safely back down to the ground after doing its business on crane . They have climbed the crane in the past and left their 'evidence' behind .


It's the worst storm to hit the NSW coast in a decade, but what everyone in the region wants to know is why no warning was given that it was going to be this bad. Climate specialist Don White from WeatherWatch Australia confirmed that severe weather warnings were issued by the Bureau of Meteorology on Sunday. However, although they knew it would occur somewhere around the southeast coast, they did not know exactly where. 'The storm was forecast to form between Port Macquarie and Newcastle - that’s as about as accurate as they could have predicted. But it turned out to hit closer to Newcastle than Port Macquarie,' Mr White told Daily Mail Australia. 'It all depends on exactly where it forms. This one formed in the worst possible spot, which was just north of Newcastle. It then covered 150km south from Newcastle to Wollongong where a third of Australia’s population live. Scroll down for video . A tree and power lines lie across a major road in Raymond Terrace, 50km north of Sydney . A large gum tree (left) that has been uprooted on a property at Booragul, a suburb near Lake Macquarie north of Sydney in NSW. Powerful winds on Monday night and Tuesday morning also brought down scaffolding (right) in Edgecliff, in Sydney's eastern suburbs . A chart from the Australian Bureau of Meteorology shows the forecast for wind speed across New South Wales on Tuesday night . The Hunter Valley was one of the worst-hit areas in NSW and this car in the town of Blacksmiths got the brunt of the weather . 'So it was always going to be very destructive. It’s not like it hit a few small fishing villages like a storm did on the south coast a few weeks ago.' Mr White also explained that those trying to forecast the weather had an even more difficult job now as there was not as much resources for them to call on and get the specific information they need. 'Our problem now is that any information that we can get from the upper atmosphere, which is where the cold air exists that initiates these types of conditions, is reliant on predicting satellite imagery,' Mr White told Daily Mail Australia. 'We don’t send up as many weather balloons any more, because of budget cuts so it’ll affect what can be forecast. 'It’s just economics. Weather balloons can now only be used in a limited number of places because of budget cuts, so there’s not as many going up every day which means we don’t get the same data as before from the upper atmosphere.' Mr White added that this information does not normally make a big difference, but it does in the storm season, because you can forecast thunder storms more accurately and pinpoint more accurately where these storms will be. 'But basically this was fairly well forecasted 24 to 48 hours ahead. The forecast was basically wet and windy but the actual intensity of these things is impossible to predict,' he says. 'This storm has also

Summary: Main problem was that the Bureau of Meteorology could not forecast exactly where the storm would form . Storm was forecast to gather between Port Macquarie and Newcastle, but it formed just north of Newcastle . It then covered 150km south from Newcastle to Wollongong where a third of Australia’s population live . When the storm hit it caused the maximum amount of destruction because of it being a huge suburban area . Budget cuts also meant the Bureau of Meteorology did not have as many resources at its disposal . 'It’s just economics. Weather balloons can now only be used in a limited number of places,' says climate specialist . Emergency services admitted on Tuesday they were shocked by the severity of the storm . Their teams were overwhelmed by a weather system that changed very rapidly . This weather system usually moves away after 12 hours but this one is going to stick around for 24-36 hours .


The father of two British jihadis who were killed while fighting in Syria has left the UK and travelled to Libya in a bid to find his eldest son and bring him home. Abubaker Deghayes, 46, has left his home in Brighton in an attempt to rescue his son Amer, who travelled to the Middle East in January last year. The 21-year-old has been fighting for the organisation Jabhat al-Nusra, a group affiliated with al-Qaeda, who are battling the Islamic State and Syrian forces. Abubaker Deghayes, whose two sons died while fighting in Syria. He has now left his home in Brighton to travel to the Middle East to bring home his remaining son Amer, who is also in Syria . Mr Deghayes eldest son Amer, who is fighting for the Jabhat al-Nusra, a group affiliated with al-Qaeda, who are battling the Islamic State and Syrian forces. He has not been in contact with his father . Mr Deghayes two younger sons were killed fighting Syrian government forces in two separate incidents last year. Abdullah, 18, was killed last April after suffering a bullet wound to his stomach and Jaffar, 17, was reported dead six months later after being shot in the head during a battle in Aleppo. And after not hearing from Amer, who is also in Syria, for nearly four weeks, he says he is on his way to the country to rescue his son. Mr Deghayes has insisted he has not 'run away' to join the fight and has informed British authorities of his intentions to rescue his last-remaining son. It is believed he is with his brother Omar Deghayes, with the pair currently in Tripoli, the capital of Libya, after travelling via Italy and Tunisia. Omar was previously held by the US as an enemy combatant at the notorious Guantanamo Bay detention centre between 2002 and 2007, but was released without charge. Speaking from Libya, Mr Deghayes said: 'I am in Tripoli at the moment in Libya. 'It looks and sounds like I have run away from the authorities but I didn't leave until I informed them, through my lawyers, what I was intending to do. 'I will go and try to bring Amer home. I told people that I have been going to Syria long before the government started to change its stance on people going out there.' Mr Deghayes younger sons Abdullah, left, and Jaffar, right, who were both killed in separate incidents while fighting in Syria . Jaffar Deghayes was spotted leaving Gatwick Airport for Syria with three other men from the Portsmouth area . Mr Deghayes found out that his first son, Abdullah, had died in Syria when his eldest son Amer called him and told him . It is not the first time he has pleaded with his sons to come home, and he once travelled to Turkey and met Jaffar and Abdullah to try and stop them from entering Syria, but failed. His dramatic rescue could also be in vain as in November Amer said he wouldn't come back to the UK

Summary: Abubaker Deghayes has left Brighton to go and rescue his eldest son Amer . His two younger sons Abdullah and Jaffar were killed in Syria last year . Amer is also in Syria fighting ISIS and the country's government forces . Mr Deghayes insists he has not 'run away' to join the fight and just wants Amer home .


Global megastar Kim Kardashian has lifted the lid on what exactly she eats to keep her curvaceous figure in tip-top condition. Harpers Bazaar magazine has published an extract from the star's book Selfish revealing what she dines on each day. Kim has revealed that she changes her food intake every ten days and works with a nutritionist to create meal plans for her and husband Kanye West. She said: 'Kanye loves to eat really healthy and is always on different diets. He has a chef who comes in the morning and cooks breakfast for both of us and gets our meal plans together for the day.' Scroll down for video . In an extract from Kim Kardashian's book Selfish, the star reveals her daily diet, which includes a breakfast of eggs and a healthy lunch of fish with vegetables . A typical day's food for Kim could include scrambled eggs, oatmeal or a protein shake for breakfast. For lunch and dinner, a professional chef will serve her dishes including fish or chicken with vegetables. The reality television star even snacks, saying she enjoys Justin's peanut butter packs and spoonfuls of Dulce de Leche-flavoured Häagen-dazs ice cream. What's off limits? Cocktails and most other desserts. Kim also said that she enjoys sipping on an iced-tea drink in the afternoons, and admits she might once have had ten sweeteners in there. She's now cut down to just three. It is well known that 34-year-old Kim works hard on her body, especially since she slimmed down after giving birth to her daughter North West nearly two years ago. Kim and her husband Kanye work with a nutritionist who comes up with a meal plan for the pair of them . As well as maintaining her strict diet, Kim reveals that she works out every morning. Often she will start with a run around her LA home before working on her legs or abs. Of course, Kim isn't the only celebrity to work hard and train hard for her body. Beyonce previously revealed that she had undertaken a gruelling 'cleanse' whilst getting ready for a film. And Gwyneth Paltrow only eats 'good' food after discovering that she suffered from allergies and was feeling low in energy. Here's how the stars stay in shape... Beyonce and husband Jay Z slimmed down at the end of 2013 after following a vegan diet for 22 days . Beyonce and Jay Z: 22 Days Vegan . In a perfect display of couple slimming, Beyonce and Jay Z dropped the pounds together at the end of 2013 by going vegan for 22 days. The singer used her Instagram account to post pictures of her healthy-looking meals which included such delights as vegan mac and cheese and portobello mushrooms. The 22-day challenge wasn't the first time the star has shared her meal plans. Before filming Dreamgirls in 2006, it was revealed that Beyonce, who once called herself 'a natural fat person, just dying to get out,' had undergone a master cleanse. Healthy meals galore! Beyonce shared her delicious-looking vegan diet snaps with

Summary: Kim Kardashian has revealed her daily diet in extract from her new book . The star changes her meals every ten days with the help of a nutritionist . Kim typically eats eggs for breakfast and fish with vegetables for lunch . Other stars to reveal their eating habits include Beyoncé and J-Lo . Jennifer Aniston is a new Atkins fan while Gwyneth Paltrow eats 'good'


Nick Clegg deserves another chance at being in power after suffering the wrath of voters, his wife Miriam said today. The Lib Dem leader's wife said the party's MPs 'deserve' to be re-elected in May after putting the country above their party for five years 'at great personal cost'. She hit the campaign trail on her own today, as Mr Clegg said she 'just wanted to do her bit' for the party. Scroll down for video . Miriam Clegg joined Lib Dem Home Office minister Lynne Featherstone in Hornsey and Wood Green in North London, where they shared a joke over cuddly toy lamb . Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg takes a short break from campaigning and takes part in Go Ape Haldon Forest Park near Exeter today . Mr Clegg's wife Mirian said he deserves another chance at being in power after suffering the wrath of voters since becoming Deputy PM in 2010 . Miriam, who uses her maiden name Gonzalez Durantez, today appeared alongside Lib Dem Home Office Minister Lynne Featherstone, who is battling to defend a near 7,000 majority in the north London seat of Hornsey and Wood Green. The pair met the cast and crew of a short film examining the girls and gangs in London, being produced by the Exposure project - a youth media enterprise. She is expected to campaign for several women candidates in the run up to the general election on May 7. Speaking to reporters about her role in the campaign, Miriam said: 'I keep my day to day life, I keep working, I'm doing what I did last time which is to help as much as I can. 'I am enjoying supporting women like Lynne - I think Lynne deserves to be re-elected.' She added hat Lib Dems including her husband deserved another chance in power: 'I have seen Nick and these guys for five years putting country above party consistently, every single day. 'Very often at a great personal cost - they deserve to be back.' The pair met the cast and crew of a short film examining the girls and gangs in London, being produced by the Exposure project - a youth media enterprise . The Lib Dem leader's wife said the party's MPs 'deserve' to be re-elected in May after putting the country above their party for five years 'at great personal cost' While his wife was campaigning in north London, Mr Clegg was 100 miles away at a campaign event in Chippenham, Wiltshire . Her appearance on the campaign trail comes after a series of high profile visits and media interviews by David Cameron's wife Samantha. Ed Miliband's wife Justine has also given interviews and spoken at campaign events in support of the Labour leader. It suggests that party leaders think their spouses could be key to wooing swing voters in key areas with polls suggesting the election is too close to call. While his wife was campaigning in north London, Mr Clegg was 100 miles away at a campaign event in Chippenham, Wiltshire. Mr Clegg, pictured taking

Summary: Lib Dem leader's wife says party's MPs have suffered 'great personal cost' Joined minister Lynne Featherstone for campaigning in North London . 100 miles away in Chippenham, Nick said: 'Miriam just wanted to do her bit'


A pit crew member was hit by a car on Sunday during the inaugural IndyCar Grand Prix of Louisiana. Todd Phillips, a front-outside tire changer for Dayle Coyne Racing, was injuried when he was struck by the car of Francesco Dracone, who had come in on Lap 25 for tires and fuel. Dracone spun while exiting his put box, clipping Phillips' leg. Tire changer Todd Phillips, a front-outside tire changer for Dayle Coyne Racing, was injuried when he was struck by the car of Francesco Dracone, who had come in on Lap 25 for tires and fuel . Phillips was taken to the infield care center for treatment where he has received stitches for a cut on his leg and has been released. Many cars struggled with traction during the race after rain had fallen for hours leading up to the green flag. Dracone did not finish the race and wound up 23rd. Francesco Dracone (19), of Italy, spins out on turn one during the IndyCar Grand Prix of Louisiana auto race in Avondale on Sunday .

Summary: Pit crew member Todd Phillips was hit by a car on Sunday during the inaugural IndyCar Grand Prix of Louisiana . He was injuried when he was struck by the car of Francesco Dracone, who had come in on Lap 25 for tires and fuel . Phillips received stitches for a cut on his leg and has been released . Dracone did not finish the race and wound up 23rd .


A wily coyote gave the New York Police Department the runaround for more than an hour on Tuesday morning after it was spotted on the grounds of an apartment building next to a church in Manhattan. The male animal, which was eventually captured with a dart gun, was first seen by a local walking his dog in the park near the Church of the Holy Apostles at 28th Street and Ninth Avenue in Chelsea. After the resident alerted two workers to the sighting, NYPD officers arrived at the scene. However, the coyote did not surrender easily, sprinting across the grass and dodging the cops' attempts to catch it. It was only captured more than an hour later when Emergency Services Unit officers finally managed to shoot the animal with a dart laced with Ketaset. As the coyote nodded off, it was then collared. Scroll down for video . On the loose: This wily coyote gave the New York Police Department a run around for more than an hour on Tuesday morning after it was spotted on the grounds of a co-op building next to a church in Manhattan . Police chase: The male animal, which was eventually captured with a dart gun, was first seen by a local walking his dog in a park near the Church of the Holy Apostles at 28th Street and Ninth Avenue in Chelsea . Tranquilized: After the resident alerted two workers to the sighting, NYPD officers arrived at the scene. The coyote was captured (pictured) more than an hour later when it was shot with a dart laced with Ketaset . 'Safe capture': Shortly after 9am on Tuesday, Chief Harry Wedin, of the NYPD's Chief of Special Operations Division, tweeted a photo of the coyote curled up in its cage, writing that it had been 'safely captured' Finally, officers placed the urban animal in a containment box and transported it to an Animal Care & Control facility in East Harlem, Upper Manhattan, for evaluation, the New York Daily News reported. Shortly after 9am on Tuesday, Chief Harry Wedin, of the NYPD's Chief of Special Operations Division, tweeted a photo of the coyote curled up in its cage, writing that it had been 'safely captured'. It is the second time that a coyote has been sighted in New York in little more than two weeks. On March 30, another coyote spent an hour on top of the LIC bar in Long Island City, Queens, after making its way through an abandoned building. It was captured after fleeing into an old paint factory. In the latest incident, the coyote - believed to be a different animal from the Queens coyote - was filmed by members of the public running away from the NYPD, according to Eyewitness News. Richard Pichardo, who was walking to work when he noticed the commotion and began filming it, told the station: 'When I first got here, I was curious just like everybody else, and I asked what was it. On the run: The coyote did not surrender easily, sprinting across the grass and

Summary: Coyote was spotted in a park near Church of Holy Apostles in Manhattan . It ran across grass, hid behind bushes and dodged cops for over an hour . Finally captured after it was shot with tranquilizer dart laced with Ketaset . Put in animal containment box and taken to Animal Care & Control center . It is the second coyote to have been seen in New York in only two weeks . On March 30, another spent an hour wandering on roof of bar in Queens . Coyotes are flocking to city in rising numbers as competition for food becomes increasingly fierce, forcing them to scavenge new territories .


The family of an American hostage killed in a US drone strike gave his Al Qaeda captors money in a failed bid to guarantee his release, a report suggests. It has also been claimed Dr Warren Weinstein, from Rockville, Maryland, and a fellow aid worker were used as a shield to protect a senior Al Qaeda operative while in captivity. The 73-year-old was killed alongside Giovanni Lo Porto during an anti-terrorist strike on the Afghanistan-Pakistan border intended to kill members of the group. His family yesterday slammed their response to his abduction, and it has now been claimed that they transferred an undisclosed amount of money to his kidnappers two years before his death. A source in Pakistan who was in regular contact with the captors told CNN that after the money exchanged hands, they started demanding the release of prominent Afghan prisoners. They included the 'poster girl' for jihad Dr. Aafia Siddiqui - who is currently serving an 86-year prison sentence in the United States for the attempted murder of a United States Army captain. Sources suggest the family of American hostage Dr Warren Weinstein, who was killed during a US drone strike in January, gave money to his kidnappers. His wife Elaine (right) has already slammed the US government's response to his abduction . After the money allegedly changed hands, the captors are said to have demanded the release of prominent Afghan prisoners, including the 'poster girl' for jihad Dr. Aafia Siddiqui - who is currently serving an 86-year prison sentence in the United States . He said they were professional during the transactions and they connected themselves to other abductions - including that of murdered journalist James Foley. The source told CNN the militants would call him on a daily basis and when he last spoke to them in early April, they said Weinstein was still alive. However they did not provide a proof of life. When they stopped calling, CNN's source could not contact them as he had no phone number for the captors. He did not reveal how much money had been handed over. According to CBS News' David Martin, Dr Weinstein and Mr Lo Porto may have been used to safeguard an Al Qaeda leader while they were in the compound. US officials have not revealed a specific individual that was targeted during the attacks, but said the compound was hit because intelligence strongly suggested militants were inside. The senior member of the terrorist organisation may have believed if opposition forces knew hostages were in the compound, he would be safe from drone strikes. It has also been claimed that Dr Weinstein (left) and fellow captive Giovanni Lo Porto (right) were used to shield a senior Al Qaeda operative from drone strikes . The leader being shielded was Ahmed Farouq, a longtime al Qaeda operative who once hatched a plot to hijack Pakistani vessels and ram them into American warships, the station reported. President Obama has taken 'full responsibility' for the attack which killed Dr Weinstein and Italian aid worker Mr Lo Porto in January. Weinstein's

Summary: Dr Warren Weinstein died during the counterterrorism operation in January . The 73-year-old was captured from his home in Lahore, Pakistan, in 2011 . His family are said to have transferred money to his kidnappers in 2012 . They asked for the release of prominent Afghan prisoners in return . The transaction did not lead to his release and his family have since slammed the US government for their 'disappointing' reaction . US officials insist the family will be receiving compensation for his death .