We spend a third of our lives asleep, but most of us don't pay attention to what our mind and body actually need during these resting hours in order to feel refreshed every day. The Sleep Health Foundation have released a study reporting that 30 percent of Australians complain about their lack of sleep on a daily basis. According to Chair Professor David Hillman, those misplaced hours of sleep must be paid back in order to be functional for the entire week. A study has outlined that 30 percent of Australians complain about their lack of sleep on a daily basis . The average adult needs around eight hours of sleep per night with a range of seven to nine . The average amount of sleep for an adult is around eight hours, with a range of seven to nine, the ABC have reported. Any less than six hours or any more than 10 hours is unusual for the standard person. Professor Hillman added that our sleep pattern is influenced by how much we are willing to compromise from the work week. 'A lot of us pay back a bit of that debt on the weekend but I think it's possible to exist in a sort of tolerable, sleep-restricted state,' he said. 'In other words you're not optimal, but you're still functional.' Pushing these sleep-debt boundaries can lead to micro sleeps in certain people. Therefore, the hours must be paid back to avoid an error rate in alertness tasks. Any less than six or any more than ten hours is unusual for the standard person . If power napping, it is important to get no more than 20 minutes or inertia will set in . In relation to a sleep schedule, Professor Hillman said the eight hours per night does not necessarily need to be consecutive. 'Interestingly enough, your slow wave sleep, is in the first four hours,' he said. 'Most adults, the most convenient way our particular society is organised is to have your eight hours in a continuous block overnight but that's not a necessary thing.' If choosing to break up your eight hours of sleep, napping throughout the day is the answer. Professor Hillman advises 20 minute power naps to avoid falling into deep sleep and suffering from inertia which makes you feel temporarily worse off. 'The longer naps, you get the sleep inertia but ultimately once you've got up, they sustain you better,' he said. Professor Hillman has also advised that if you are waking up tired and fatigued it could be due to sleep apnoea which is often associated with snoring.

Summary: The Sleep Foundation study has shown that adults need 8 hours of sleep . According to the study, 30 percent of Australians say they lack sleep daily . Professor David Hillman said it's important to pay back our sleep debts . He also says sleep can be broken up as long as you get the first 4 hours . Power naps should not be longer than 20 minutes or inertia will set in .


A 12-year-old boy who fell out of a five-storey window miraculously survived after landing on a car parked beneath the building. According to his father, the boy most likely fell while sleepwalking. The incident happened last Saturday in Nanchang, the provincial capital of Jiangxi in southeastern China, reported the People’s Daily Online. Life-saving car: The 12-year-old boy from Nanchang was saved by this car parked underneath the building . Miraculous: The kid fell from the fourth floor of this building while sleepwalking, according to his father . A hotel receptionist working across the road said she heard a loud bang around midnight, which she thought was a car accident. When she went out to have a look she discovered there was the body of a boy lying on top of a white car. The boy was crying out for help. 'The car’s windscreen was shattered and there was a lot of blood,' said the eyewitness. The receptionist added: 'The boy was conscious at the time and an ambulance was called to take him to the hospital. Someone said that he had fallen from the fourth floor. 'He’s really lucky. If it wasn’t for the car, he would not have survived.' Doctors at the Nanchang University Medical Hospital said that the boy did not have life-threatening injuries. The main injury was to his leg but he needed further observations. Nonvital injuries: Doctors said that the boy did not have life-threatening injuries but his leg was hurt . The boy’s father said: “I don’t know how he fell out of the window but he said that he was sleepwalking.” The Public Security Bureau is further investigating the incident. However, the owner of the car, Xiao Deng, doesn’t feel so lucky. Scene of the incident: Neighbours noticed the fall when the boy was on top of the car and yelling for help . Deng was having dinner nearby and when he returned saw the damage to his car. He said that he bought the car just six months ago. He has called the insurance company but representative told him they have never handled such an incident before and needed to check to see how much of this is covered.

Summary: 12-year-old boy survives five-storey fall by landing on a car . Father says child was sleepwalking and fell from the window . Public Security Bureau is further investigating the incident . Car owner feels dismayed as he bought the car not long ago .


Manny Pacquiao has unveiled the mouth guard he will use in his money-spinning fight with Floyd Mayweather in Las Vegas on May 2. A video of Pacquiao shows him surrounded by supporters, with many taking pictures on their phone and some holding signs of support for the Filipino boxer. And Pacquiao decided to reward them by showing off the bright and multicoloured mouth guard which he will use for the bout. VIDEO - Scroll down to see Manny Pacquiao unveil his mouth guard . Manny Pacquiao has revealed his colourful mouthpiece ahead of his bout with Floyd Mayweather . Pacquiao (centre) shares a joke with members of his team as he shows of his mouth guard . Pacquiao is looking to inflict Floyd Mayweather's first ever career defeat upon him . Mayweather (left) and Pacquiao meet in the eagerly anticipated duel in Las Vegas on May 2 . The container that it comes in reads 'MouthGuards for Champions', demonstrating Pacquiao's undoubted confidence ahead of the encounter. The 36-year-old is looking to inflict a first ever career defeat upon Mayweather. The fight is reportedly worth £300million (£205million) and has generated such intense interest, the cheapest tickets are going at around £1,000. Mayweather is favourite with the bookmakers with less than a month to go until the fight that the entire world of boxing will stop to see.

Summary: Manny Pacquiao's bout with Floyd Mayweather less than a month away . The duo meet in a money-spinning duel in Las Vegas on May 2 . Pacquaio has shown off his multicoloured mouthpiece for the fight . READ: Pacquiao thanks Spike Lee and Tito Mikey for their support . CLICK HERE for all the latest Mayweather vs Pacquiao news .


Cape Verde's 2-0 win over Portugal was the most eye-catching international result of the week. So, who are Cape Verde and why has this tiny island off the west coast of Africa suddenly become an international football force? Where are the Cape Verde Islands? Cape Verde is a group of islands 400 miles from Senegal off the west coast of Africa. Its population is around 500,000 and boasts both beautiful beaches and striking volcanic landscapes, making it a haven for tourism . Cape Verde is a picturesque island off the African coast with a population of just 500,000 people . Does it have any footballing tradition? More than you think. Manchester United winger Nani is from Cape Verde and could have played for them instead of Portugal. Celtic and Sweden legend Henrik Larsson's mum is from Cape Verde. Being a former Portuguese colony, most people support the big Lisbon clubs Benfica and Sporting, you see the club's scarves and banners hanging from cafes and bars . Sporting Lisbon ace Nani (centre) is from Cape Verde but decided to represent Portugal at national team level . Former Barcelona star Henrik Larsson could have played for Cape Verde as his mother was born on the island . Why the sudden success? Like a lot of African countries including Algeria and Ghana, Cape Verde decided to start recruiting players who grew up in Europe, mostly Portugal in their case, but were eligible for them through family ties. Around a quarter of the Cape Verde squad are European, although 14 of the 19 players used in Portugal were born on the island. They qualified for their first Africa Cup of Nations in 2013 and reached the quarter-finals, and qualified again this year. They are the smallest nation ever to play in the continental finals. Cape Verde were eliminated at the quarter-final stage of their first ever Africa Cup of Nations in 2013 . Who are the star players? Every member of the squad plays club football outside Cape Verde, mostly in Europe and particularly Portugal. Striker Heldon plays for Sporting Lisbon and midfield set-piece specialist Babanco is with Estoril. Odair Fortes, who scored their second goal against the Portuguese, plays in French football for Reims. Other members of the squad ply their trade from Romania, Angola, Cyprus, Hungary, Holland, Bulgaria and Mexico . Sporting Lisbon striker Heldon, currently on loan at Cordoba, is one of Cape Verde's key players . What can Cape Verde offer visitors? Firstly, sunshine. The temperatures rarely dip below 21 degrees Celsius (70 F) even in the December and January winger months. The name of the main beach Boa Vista (beautiful view) says it all. It is beginning to become a big tourist destination, just a six-hour flight from the UK. Visitors are encouraged to sample the excellent local fish and admire the spectacular dunes and volcanic mountains. Boa Vista beach, pictured, is one of the main attractions on the small island of Cape Verde . Are they a flash-in-the-pan? The FIFA rankings would suggest not. Cape Verde currently stand 38th in

Summary: Cape Verde defeated Portugal 2-0 in an international friendly match . Nani and Henrik Larsson could have played for Cape Verde . The island's population currently stands at just 500,000 people .


Gordon Robson, 26, killed grandfather John Potts, 45, with a single punch to the back of the head that was so hard it made an 'audible crack' A thug who was drunk after his grandfather's funeral killed a devoted father with a single punch after he stepped in to break up a fight outside a sports bar. Newcastle Crown Court heard that Gordon Robson, 26, hit father John Potts, 45, in the back of the head so hard there was an 'audible crack' before he fell down dead. Robson, who has a history of violent offending, was jailed for just three and a half years for the attack outside the NE38 Sports Bar in Washington, Tyne and Wear, in November last year. The court was told that Robson had been drinking at the bar after being a pallbearer at his grandfather's funeral before getting into an argument with a friend of Mr Potts. Fighting broke out after the bar closed, and Mr Potts, a father-of-six and grandfather-of-one who was described by his sister as 'a big softie', stepped in to stop it. Prosecutor Nick Dry told the court: 'At this point the defendant punched Mr Potts, who had been trying to calm matters down and was actually facing the other way when the blow was struck. 'The punch made a loud crack, witnesses turned to see him falling to the ground, making no attempt to break his fall.' The court heard despite intervention from the emergency services, Mr Potts could not be saved. Mr Dry added: 'Mr Potts had been minding his own business. He was an innocent bystander who sought only to calm the situation down.' Mr Potts' widow Sarah said his death had a 'devastating impact' on the family. She said Mr Potts' stepchildren and eight-year-old daughter, Emma, now fear their family won't come back whenever they leave the house. Mr Dry added: 'She said he was a father who never judged her, he was just her dad and hero.' Mr Potts' sisters said in their statements the 'life and soul has been ripped from their family' and described their brother as a 'big softie'. Mr Potts' brother George said he wakes every Sunday at 5.30am, the time he was informed of his siblings death, and feels life has been changed forever. Robson had been drinking at the NE38 Sports Bar in Washington, Tyne and Wear, after his grandfather's funeral when fighting broke out. Mr Potts, described as a 'big softie', was killed when he tried to intervene . Judge Paul Sloan QC jailed Robson, of Waskerley Way, Washington, Tyne and Wear, who admitted manslaughter, to three-and-a-half years behind bars. The judge told Robson: 'Mr Potts was trying to calm the situation. He was acting as a peacemaker. 'It is clear Mr Potts was a devoted father and step-father. It is also clear his death has had a profound effect upon his family. 'No sentence imposed upon you could ever serve to ease the pain of Mr Potts' family. 'I accept you are genuinely remorseful and I accept you will

Summary: Gordon Robson, 26, was drinking at NE38 Sports Bar, in Tyne and Wear . Court heard he was emotional after being pallbearer at grandad's funeral . Got into fight with friend of victim John Potts, and punches were thrown . When Mr Potts stepped in he was hit in the back of the head and killed . Robson, who has long history of violent offending, jailed for three years .


Terrifying dashcam footage has emerged of cars enveloped by a raging wildfire on a road in eastern Siberia - with one vehicle driving past with its roof blazing. The clip resembles scenes from a Hollywood disaster movie, with cars turning around in the road and turning back in a desperate bid to escape the inferno. At the start visibility for the driver of the car with the dashcam is zero, then intense blue flames from burning trees emerge through the blanket of smoke and ash. Terrifying dashcam footage has emerged of cars enveloped by a raging wildfire on a road in eastern Siberia - with one vehicle driving past with its roof blazing . The clip begins with visibility for the driver of the car with the dashcam at zero . After a few seconds intense blue flames emerge through the smoke and dust . A jeep with its roof on fire suddenly races past after a few seconds . Moments later a jeep races past on the right with the back of its roof on fire, the situation far too hazardous for the driver to stop and put them out. The dashcam car drives onwards through smoke and burning debris, flaming branches bouncing off the windscreen. The clip ends with visibility back down to almost nothing. Wildfires in Siberia have been raging since March 19, with the death toll this week climbing to 30, and leaving 500 injured, according to Russia Today. The initial cost of . the damage caused by the wildfires has been put at around $96million (£64million). At one point the way ahead is illuminated like a flaming runway . Wildfires in Siberia have been raging since March 19, with the death toll this week climbing to 30 and leaving 500 injured . The dashcam car drives onwards through smoke and burning debris, flaming branches bouncing off the windscreen . Cars are filmed turning around in the road and driving back the way they came in a desperate bid to escape the inferno . The intensity of the roadside fire is truly terrifying, the traffic just yards away from the flames . A local healthcare ministry official said more than 900 . people had asked for medical help and about 100 had been taken . to hospital, TASS news agency reported, as fires raged across . grasslands in dry and windy weather over several days. A primary school, other public infrastructure and private . homes have been damaged or destroyed and some cattle have been . killed, Zimin said. Wildfires in Russia often start when locals set grass on . fire on rolling fields to clean them up after the winter, a . widespread practice criticised by environmentalists as well as . state officials. Wildfires in the hot summer of 2010 caused dozens of deaths . in Russia. Some scientists and environmentalists suggest the . number of indirect deaths caused by the heat wave and wildfires . of five years ago may have been much higher.

Summary: Terrifying dashcam footage has emerged of cars caught in an inferno . The clip was taken by the driver of a car in eastern Siberia . At one point a jeep races past with the back of its roof ablaze . Wildfires in Siberia have been raging since March 19, leaving 30 dead .


The First Family has kicked off this year's Easter celebrations. President Barack Obama arrived at the Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia, on Sunday morning with his wife and daughters for the festive service. Rev Howard-John Wesley opened the service by welcoming the president, before urging the congregation not to take selfies with him. SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEO . Festive: The First Family pictured outside Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia, after the service . President in the house: Obama can be seen to the right of the picture above worshiping on Sunday . Singalong: The family (pictured in the second row of the congregation) joined in with upbeat hymns . 'How fitting that on the day we celebrate the rising of our Lord and savior, we also welcome our sitting president,' Wesley said, as the congregation rose to their feet in applause. 'This is not selfie time,' Wesley said jokingly. 'Let the brother worship in the house of God.' It acted as the warm up for the annual Easter Roll, during which Barack and Michelle will perform their highly-anticipated dance to Uptown Funk. Churchgoers traditionally walk around to shake hands and give hugs during the greetings and announcements portion of service, but the pastor encouraged the crowd to stay in their seats and greet only their closest neighbors, as the sanctuary was tightly secured with Secret Service agents. The choir- including women in purple dresses and men sporting purple ties- sang a lively rendition of the hymn 'He Lives,' stirring most of the church, filled to capacity, to clap, sing and sway in praise alongside the upbeat organ keys while ushers collected the tithes and offering. The lively pastor based his sermon around a scripture from 1 Corinthians 15 on the life and resurrection of Christ. People queued around the block for the service in Alexandria, monitored by federal security officers . Gathered in their Sunday best, the crowds prepared to worship in the 1803 church where Bill Clinton once sang . 'Where do you stand in the resurrection of Christ,' he asked. 'You either believe it or reject it.' Wesley said the sacrifices of Christ allowed the congregation to be forgiven for their own sins. 'He took the pain for me. I owe him my life. I owe him my praise. I owe him my hallelujah,' he said. On Monday, children will flock from every state to decorate eggs on the South Lawn of the White House. Guests, around 35,000 of them, will enjoy a yoga garden and outdoor food stalls. The 'roll' is a race, with children pushing an egg down a grass track using a long spoon. And this year's performance will come from the president himself, it has emerged. Appearing on Jimmy Fallon's talk show this week, the First Lady revealed that she will be performing a routine with So You Think You Can Dance contestants on the front lawn of the White House during the annual Easter Egg Roll. Well wishes: Michelle Obama tweeted this message to her thousands of followers on Sunday morning

Summary: Barack, Michelle, Malia and Sasha Obama attended Alfred St Baptist Church . They sat at the front during service in Virginia on Sunday morning . On Monday, Michelle and Barack will perform a dance at the Easter Roll .


A woman who notoriously flashed her K-cup breasts on Google Street View has been charged by police with disorderly behaviour. Karen Davis, from Port Pirie in South Australia, was captured streaking by a camera car for the popular Google Maps app, which allows users to zoom in on certain streets and towns in cities all over the world with a 360-degree view. Police released a statement alleging the 38-year-old mother 'pursued' the Google car to make sure she was captured exposing herself, and that it was an illegal act. Karen Davis (pictured) from Port Pirie has caused controversy after a picture appeared on Google Maps Street View showing her bearing her size-K breasts . 'The woman’s actions were the same as someone flashing their genitals and the public expectation is that we take action,' said Superintendent Scott Denny of Port Pirie police. 'Recently in Port Pirie we arrested a man for exposing himself in public - this incident is no different,' he said. 'It is not appropriate for anyone to expose themselves in public places. Our community should be able to expect a bit of decency.' Ms Davis will be summonsed to appear in the Port Pirie Magistrates Court at a date to be determined. In the image, Ms Davis can be seen holding her arms up in the air with her T-shirt hunched up around her neck bearing her breasts, as she follows the Google camera cars around the street. Her sons are playing in the background and an unknown man stands at the fence watching. Across the road, a neighbour is lounging on her outdoor furniture, watching the whole thing unfold. The 38-year-old, who plans to skydive topless for her 40th birthday, has hit back at the controversy over her actions, claiming that 'flat-tittie chicks' are not confident enough with their own bodies and should focus on how they look. Ms Davis had issues with her size-K breasts in her 20's and is finally ready to embrace them and she plans to skydive topless for her 40th birthday . The mother says she is happy the picture appeared online and thought it was funny . Speaking to Daily Mail Australia, Ms Davis was in tears over the nasty comments coming from her community after she was branded a 'bad mother' and 'pure filth' for her raunchy behaviour. 'They are narrow-minded people who are not happy with their own bodies,' she said. Posting on her Facebook account, Ms Davis addressed the fact that she pursued the car through Barry Street in Port Pirie until they got the perfect shot and believes locals are jealous of her antics. 'Haters hate, you got the guts to do it?' she posted on Facebook after the photo went public. 'All the flat-tittie chicks think I am disgusting. Big-boob envy has hit Port Pirie.' Taking to Facebook, disgusted commenters attacked Ms Davis' parenting skills after it became clear that her two sons were in the background of the picture. Ms Davis criticised 'flat-tittie chicks' and claimed they needed to focus on their own bodies . 'I'm

Summary: Karen Davis was photographed on Google Street View flashing her breasts . Police reported her for disorderly behaviour and she must report to court . Police said her 'actions were the same as someone flashing their genitals' SA country town mum hit back at critics saying they are insecure . She plans to do a topless skydive for her 40th birthday next year .


England may be well on course to sealing their spot at Euro 2016 but it appears as if manager Roy Hodgson still does not know his best XI. Sportsmail's top team of reporters have submitted their starting line-ups for the finals in France, assuming everyone is fit of course. Let us know your England XIs by posting them in the comments section below. England manager Roy Hodgson pictured at the Juventus Stadium during Tuesday's friendly against Italy . MATT LAWTON . Hart; Clyne, Cahill, Jagielka, Baines; Henderson, Wilshere; Welbeck, Rooney, Sterling; Kane . Not perfect by any means but I think it’s important to keep Rooney in a more central position, in the No 10 role he is most comfortable in, behind the best striker at this moment in time. Right now it’s Kane but Sturridge and Welbeck certainly offer good alternatives. There’s pace in that team as well. No natural holding player? I’m not convinced Carrick is the way forward. Get the best players on the pitch. England captain Wayne Rooney (centre) looks to get a shot in at the Italian goal on Tuesday . IAN LADYMAN . Hart; Clyne, Cahill, Jagielka, Baines; Henderson, Wilshere; Welbeck, Rooney, Sterling; Sturridge . England’s defensive options remain their big problem so this is a team set up to score goals and win games by playing on the front foot. Luke Shaw hasn’t done enough yet to displace Baines while Henderson and Wilshere represent a holding duo at the base of the midfield that should provide security bit also the ability to get the team moving forwards when appropriate. Rooney is picked in this team in a central role while Sturridge gets the nod ahead of young pretenders such as Harry Kane simply on the back of experience. This is the first game of a major tournament after all. Daniel Sturridge (left) charges forward with the ball during last September's friendly against Norway . ROB DRAPER . Hart; Clyne, Cahill, Jones, Gibbs; Carrick; Henderson, Wilshere; Sterling, Rooney, Welbeck . No place for Daniel Sturridge at present and you might have to re-think if he's clear of injuries - but for the moment Rooney has to play up front. If England need a more attacking shape, Rooney can drop in and Sturridge come on for Wilshere or Henderson, but I'd be wary of starting that way, as England couldn't defend properly with two midfielders in Brazil. The back four doesn't convince but Jagielka and Baines struggled at the World Cup and Johnson is now out of the reckoning. England's Jordan Henderson in action against Italy at the Juventus Stadium on Tuesday night . MATT BARLOW . Hart; Clyne, Cahill, Jones, Baines; Henderson, Carrick, Milner; Sterling; Rooney, Welbeck . Not far off the team Hodgson picked against Lithuania on Friday. It's as good as we get at the moment. Wish it was stronger at the back, where perhaps Smalling and Bertrand can apply pressure. No place for Wilshere in a three-man midfield. Need mileage and ball-winning abilities to offset the luxury of Carrick in as a playmaker.

Summary: England manager Roy Hodgson appears to still not know his best XI . Sportsmail's top team of reporters reveal their England Euro 2016 line-ups . England are currently top of Euro 2016 qualifying Group E on 15 points .


Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao will be the biggest fight of all time financially and the most significant this century. Evaluating the greatest ever fights is a complex variable of several factors including not only the quality and excitement of the action but the political, social and cultural undertones, the scale of expectation and outside influences. Where Money Man vs PacMan comes to rank among the most important fights in ring history will depend upon what happens that coming night in the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Here are my 12 most significant fights in boxing’s history. THE FIGHT FOR RACE . Jack Johnson v James J Jeffries . July 4, 1910 in Reno, Nevada . Jim Jeffries came out of a six-year retirement to take on Jack Johnson, the first black heavyweight champion . Jack Johnson, as the first black world heavyweight champion, was the bane of the white supremacists in America in the early 1900s. They hated it when the Galveston Giant beat Tommy Burns in Sydney, Australia, in 1908 to win the title they had brandished as the symbol of their racial superiority. Thus began the quest for The Great White Hope. When Johnson KO’d their best hope of all, Stanley Ketchel, the crusade to bring their old idol Jeffries out of six-year retirement reached a frenzy. Jeffries finally agreed ‘to respond to that portion of the white race that has been looking for me to defend its athletic superiority’ – in return for a purse of $120,000 (worth more than three million dollars today). So racist was the press coverage of the build-up to the fight that even The New York Times wrote: ‘If the black man wins, thousands and thousands of his ignorant brothers will misinterpret his victory as justifying claims to much more than mere physical equality with their white neighbours.' As the racial tensions grew, the sheriff of Reno took the then-unusual step of banning guns and alcohol in the 20,000 capacity arena erected down town. Jeffries, by then a contented farmer, had shed more than 100 lbs to get close to his old fighting weight. White America hated it when 'Galveston Giant' Johnson (left) beat Tommy Burns in Sydney, Australia, in 1908 to win the title and after a frenzied campaign, Jeffries (right) agreed to take the fight for what would equal £3m . The bout was scheduled for 45 rounds but Johnson said he knew it was as good as over in the fourth when he saw the alarmed reaction to his trademark uppercut and ‘the old ship sinking.’ Jeffries, hitherto undefeated, had never been off his feet but after two knock-downs his corner threw in the towel at the end of the 15th. He dismayed white America by saying: ‘I could never have whipped Johnson at my best, not in a thousand years.’ Symbolically, the Fourth of July shook the foundations of America’s old white order. Riots broke out that night in 25 cities across the United States and 50 cities including New York and Washington. As police joined enraged white citizens in

Summary: Floyd Mayweather Jr and Manny Pacquiao's fight will be the richest ever . Sportmail's Jeff Powell is counting down the ring's most significant fights . First up is 1910's Fight for Race - Jack Johnson v James J Jeffries .


Sam Gallagher put an injury-hit season behind him by inspiring Southampton to Under-21 Premier League Cup glory, netting an exceptional goal which he hopes caught Ronald Koeman's eye. Last season surpassed all expectations for the teenage striker as he became a regular under Mauricio Pochettino, making 20 first-team appearances as back-up to Rickie Lambert. Things have gone awry this season, though, with injury stunting the 19-year-old's progress. Sam Gallagher scored the winner as Southampton U21s beat Blackburn Rovers 2-1 on Monday . Ronald Koeman was in the crowd and Gallagher says he hopes he impressed him . Gallagher has not even been named in the matchday squad since the arrival of Koeman, although he gave the Saints boss a nudge in some style on Tuesday evening. The England Under-20s international's wonderful strike secured the 10 men of Southampton a 2-1 extra-time win over Blackburn in the Under-21 Premier League Cup final at St Mary's, where the first-team manager was amongst the 12,356 crowd. 'It was unbelievable, that's all I can really think to say,' Gallagher said, smiling. 'I was always thinking throughout the game it would be nice to get one and to get in the way I did was quite special to me. 'I've had a long injury which has put me back quite a bit this season. It sort of feels like it has just started, but it's almost coming to an end. 'I have always had my focus on the under-21s when I got back fit and I am just looking forward. 'We've got the league to come now, so hopefully we can do well in that and crack on.' Southampton celebrate after winning the Under 21 Premier League Cup final second leg . Sam Gallagher, pictured against Arsenal in January 2014, enjoyed a breakthrough campaign last season . Gallagher is hoping to help Saints end the Barclays Under-21 Premier League strongly, although his performance in front of the on-watching Koeman only strengthens his case for a first-team place. 'Well I know they sort of watch all the under-21 games,' Gallagher said. 'You always know you've got to impress and do what you can to get in the first team. 'Hopefully he (Koeman) enjoyed that one.' Harrison Read lifts the trophy alongside his young Southampton team-mates at St Mary's .

Summary: Sam Gallagher helped Southampton claim U21 Premier League Cup . Striker scored stunning goal in front of first-team manager Ronald Koeman . Gallagher hasn't featured this season after impressing last year .


Busted: Sierra Pippen, 20, is charged with public urination and public intoxication . NBA legend Scottie Pippen's 20-year-old daughter was arrested by police early on Sunday after she walked into an Iowa hotel and urinated on the lobby floor. Police were called to the Sheraton in Iowa city around 1.30am and the intoxicated Sierra Pippen was booked. Pippen was arrested at the same place on April 10 for public intoxication after getting into a fight with the hotel's security. The Iowa City police officer who apprehended her on Sunday also said that Pippen 'accused me of being racist'. Pippen was charged with public urination and public intoxication on Sunday and was released on a $500 bond at about 10am. Police found Pippen outside of the hotel on Sunday smelling of booze and showing signs of intoxication, including impaired speech and loss of balance, according to the Smoking Gun. The Sheraton is a short walk from the campus of the University of Iowa, where the undergraduate student lives in residence halls and attends classes. She was 'wearing two bar wristbands' even though she is underage, according to a criminal complaint. Pippen declined to take a field sobriety test and after her arrest she refused a Breathalyzer test, according to police. Scottie Pippen's daughter Sierra Pippen, pictured left as a child with her father, was arrested on Sunday and charged with public intoxication and public urination . Police were called after Sierra Pippen allegedly urinated in the lobby of a Sheraton hotel in Iowa City, near the campus of University of Iowa, where she attends school . The woman's Twitter page features a throwback picture of her as a young girl on her father's lap, with the words, 'Im More Than Scottie Pippen's daughter. Im Me Sierra Pippen' (sic). Pippen is one of her father's six children. She's the daughter of Scottie Pippen and his ex-fiancee Yvette Deleone, whom accused him of domestic abuse several times, according to Philly.com. Charges were later dropped. Scottie Pippen, 49, is a basketball Hall of Fame member, won six NBA championships with the Michael Jordan-led Chicago Bulls. He was also a member of two U.S. Olympic gold-medal winning teams, one of which was the 1992 Dream Team. Sierra Pippen is the daughter of Scottie Pippen, a former NBA basketball player. Scottie Pippen is a Hall of Famer who has won six NBA championship titles on Michael Jordan-led Chicago Bulls teams .

Summary: Sierra Pippen was arrested Sunday at around 1.30am at a Sheraton in Iowa City near the campus of the University of Iowa, where she attends classes . She was charged with public urination and public intoxication and was released on a $500 bond at about 10am . Police officer who apprehended her said she 'accused me of being racist' Scottie Pippen, 49, is a basketball Hall of Fame member, won six NBA championships with the Michael Jordan-led Chicago Bulls .


Rory McIlroy admits Thursday cannot come soon enough as he bids to complete the career grand slam by winning the Masters. The hype surrounding McIlroy's attempt to join Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods in winning all four major titles has been building since the night before his Open victory at Hoylake last July. And although the return of Woods to competitive action after two months on the sidelines has taken some of the spotlight off McIlroy, the world No 1 is anxious to let his clubs do the talking. Rory McIlroy insists he has arrived at Augusta ready to mount a serious challenge on the Masters . The world No 1 shields himself from the rain as he plays a shot during a practice round . 'I said in the middle of last week, 'If Augusta was to start tomorrow, I'd be okay. I'm ready,'' McIlroy said on Tuesday. 'I think that's a good indication of where I am with my game. I've been ready for this thing to start for a week already so just trying to keep my game where it is and do some quality work, not overdo it. 'Just do the right amount so that when I got here yesterday for the first time, I was ready to play and just needed to go see the golf course. I wasn't working on anything in my game, my swing. Wasn't thinking about technique at all. Just all about hitting the shots I need to and thinking about how to manage my game and get it around here for the next four days. 'Results-wise, the last three tournaments haven't been what I've wanted. I still feel like there's plenty of positives to take from them, especially Doral and Bay Hill, I felt like I played pretty good there. A couple silly mistakes here and there, but for the most part I felt like I got what I needed out of them. 'But the last two weeks have been great. I've just practised at home in Florida and made another trip up here a couple of Fridays ago. 'I just really felt like spending a couple of weeks away from this (media attention), I guess, and just preparing at home and in private and not really having everything critiqued and analysed and over-analysed. I just wanted to get away from it all, and I feel like it's been a good thing.' All eyes have been on Tiger Woods' latest comeback, which could take the pressure off of McIlroy . The Northern Irishman speaks to Wood's girlfriend Lindsey Vonn and his children during practice . McIlroy followed Woods into the media centre at Augusta National and admitted the presence of the 14-time major winner - who was relaxed and jovial with the press - could work in his favour. 'A little bit, I guess,' the 25-year-old added. 'It is such a big story, Tiger coming back at the Masters after a bit of a lengthy period where he has not been around. But still I'm just

Summary: World No 1 arrives at Masters hoping to complete a career grand slam . Rory McIlroy insists he is 'ready' to win his final major at Augusta . Northern Irishman admits Tiger Woods' comeback could work in his favour .


Time fries when you're having fun. Dedicated waitress Judy Eddingfield, 65, celebrated her 50th anniversary working at Winstead's restaurant in Kansas City last week and declares that it's the only job's she's ever had or ever wanted. 'It's like my home away from home and I just love it here,' Eddingfield told Fox. Scroll down for video . Dedicated employee: For most of her life Judy Eddingfield has been employed as a server at Winstead's in Kansas City and says it's the only job she's ever had or ever wanted . Is that you? A staff member at Winstead's said she believes one of the women in this photograph is Judy when she first started working at the restaurant . Classic establishment: This is a photo of the The Winstead family who own the restaurant showing up for work in 1940 around the time when Judy Eddingfield's mother started working there . Eddingfield says she remembers when French fries and a classic Coca-Cola cost just 65 cents at the same restaurant she's worked at for half-a-century. For Eddingfield, slinging burgers with a smile is a family tradition. On April, 6, 1965 Eddinngfield began working at the restaurant where she was trained by her mother who had already been employed at the establishment for 13 years. Eddingfield said that her first day on the job when she was just 15-years-old she spilled a shake all over a woman's fur coat and thought for sure that she'd be fired. 'The tray tipped over and vanilla malt slid down a lady’s fur coat. I was so embarrassed,' Eddingfield told the Kansas City Star 'Of course, she hollered,' said Eddingfield. All was forgiven after Winstead's, open since 1940, got the coat cleaned. Eddingfield along with many of her siblings continued to provide top notch service. Loves to serve: Judy Eddingfield says that her kind customers are what make her job worthwhile . Lots of love: Winstead's honored Judy Eddingfield last week for her wonderful 50 years of working at the classic burger restaurant . 'I had two brothers, my sister, my mother, two aunts, two cousins and lots of friends that have worked here,' said Eddingfield. 'I was three years old when my mother started here, so I've been eating these burger 60 some years.' Eddingfield says she even met her first husband outside the restaurant and they married 18 months later. The Kansas City Star reports that one of Eddingfield's favorite Winstead’s memories was when Jerry Mathers and Tony Dow of the television series 'Leave It to Beaver' came to eat there in the late 1970's. She said that Mathers was 'talking with his hands' and knocked sent his food flying everywhere. Marriage: Judy Eddingfield even met her true love who she calls 'Frog' at Winstead's and the pair married 18-months-later . Celebration: Dedicated waitress Judy Eddingfield celebrated her 50th anniversary working at Winstead's restaurant in Kansas City last week and declares that it's the only job's she's ever had or ever wanted . 'Leave it to Beaver,' his on-screen brother said jokingly, almost as

Summary: 'It's like my home away from home and I just love it here,' Judy Eddingfield said of Winstead's in Kansas City . Judy Eddingfield celebrated her 50th anniversary working at Winstead's restaurant last week where she began working when she was 15 in 1965 . Eddinfield's mother along with her siblings all worked at the restaurant .


Carefree: Linda MacDonald, 55, was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol Monday night in Dummerston, Vermont . This mugshot certainly won't be winning any points with the judge. Linda MacDonald, 55, was arrested on Monday for drunk driving and decided to stick out her tongue when she was brought to Vermont State Police barracks for booking. Police say the woman from Shelburne, Massachusetts was driving drunk around 10:30pm when she ran off Route 5 in Dummerston, Vermont and crashed her 2011 Toyota Camry into a wooden fence. At the scene, MacDonald told responding officers that she crashed while talking on the phone and trying to take directions down on a legal note pad in her car. But when officers smelled alcohol on MacDonald, they administered a breathalyzer test and she posted a .10 blood-alcohol content - above the state's legal threshold of .08. MacDonald stuck out her tongue for the cheeky picture after she was arrested and brought back to police headquarters on charges of driving while intoxicated. Police say that though MacDonald's car was heavily damaged, neither she or anyone else was injured in the one-vehicle crash. MacDonald was released on a citation and is scheduled back in court on April 28 for an arraignment. Public records do not indicate MacDonald has been arrested for DWI in the past. Sentencing for a first offense in Vermont range from a license suspension of 90 days to up to two years in prison and a maximum fine of $750.

Summary: Linda MacDonald was arrested Monday night after veering off the road and crashing her car into a wooden fence in Dummerston, Vermont . The Shelburne, Massachusetts woman claimed to have been talking on the phone and taking down directions when she crashed . Police smelled alcohol on her and when they administered a breathalyzer test, MacDonald tested .02 per cent over the legal limit .


Ed Miliband today pledged to protect the jobs of 10,000 police officers as Labour claimed Tory cuts had allowed rapists and violent criminals to go free. The Labour leader said the bobby on the beat is 'at risk of disappearing', while rising numbers of serious criminals 'are being let off the hook'. But the launch of Labour's criminal justice plans risked being over-shadowed by the news that the party's police adviser, Lord Stephens, is be investigated over hotly disputed allegations of a cover-up of police corruption in the bungled Stephen Lawrence murder probe. Labour leader Ed Miliband said the bobby on the beat is 'at risk of disappearing', while rising numbers of serious criminals 'are being let off the hook' Mr Miliband hopes to get back on the front foot today with the promise of action to protect community policing. It comes after the chaotic launch of a plan to abolish non-dom tax status for foreigners and a deeply personal row with the Tories over claims he 'stabbed his brother in the back' and would do the same to Britain to get into power. Today Labour claims the police are 'struggling to keep up' with the rise in child sexual exploitation, terrorism and online crime while public safety is being 'put at risk' by a chaotic prison and probation system. Police and crime commissioners (PCCs) would be axed to help fund the £800 million plan to guarantee neighbourhood policing across England and Wales. PCCs were set up by the Tories to increase accountability, but turnout was just 15 per cent in elections held in 2011. Mr Miliband said: 'Because of the Conservatives' decisions, neighbourhood policing - the foundation of good British policing - is at risk of disappearing, whilst increasing numbers of serious criminals are being let off the hook. 'Labour has a better plan. We will make different choices, finding savings to safeguard 10,000 officers in the next three years. 'We will ensure victims are at the heart of the criminal justice system with the country's first ever victims' law. And we will ensure the police have the powers they need to keep us safe, including proper controls for dangerous terror suspects.' Mr Miliband and shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper joined with police officers from Ollerton Police Station during a walk around New Ollerton in Nottinghamshire . Ms Cooper claimed the Tories were planning deeper cuts to policing in the next Parliament 'even though the police are already struggling to keep up with rising complex cases' New laws would introduce a local policing commitment that required forces to guarantee neighbourhood policing and 10,000 officers would be safeguarded for three years, the party said. Axing the PCCs combined with charging higher fees for gun licences and requiring police forces to share services and carry out joint procurement would fund the plans, according to Labour. Lord Stevens of Kirkwhelpington headed an independent commission on policing by the Labour party. However, last night it emerged the former Metropolitan Police commissioner and crossbench peer, is to be investigated over the Lawrence murder inquiry. Labour said

Summary: Miliband warns cuts mean rapists and violent criminals have gone free . Pledge to scrap Police and Crime Commissioners to save money . Ex-Met chief Lord Stevens carried out policing review for Labour . Faces probe over claim he did not give information to Macpherson inquiry .


Childlessness rates have reached record highs for both teenagers and women in their twenties, the U.S. Census Bureau has revealed. The government agency released the updated figures online Tuesday. 95.9 percent of women 15 to 19 years old were childless in 2014, according to the findings. In 2012, that number was 94.9 percent. For women ages 20 to 24, 75.2 percent were childless last year, researchers found. In 2012, 71.4 percent did not have children. Child-free: Childlessness rates have reached record highs for both teenagers and women in their twenties, the U.S. Census Bureau has revealed (file photo) Findings: The U.S. Census Bureau publishes these 2014 childless rates on Tuesday. 47.6 percent of women ages 15 to 44 were childless last year, the highest it's ever been. The 2012 figure was 46.5 percent . 49.6 percent of women 25 to 29 years old were childless in 2014, as opposed to 49.4 percent in 2012, according to the data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Looking at women 20 to 29, 62.2 percent were childless in 2014 - a jump from 60.6 percent in 2012. Childless rates for women in their thirties increased last year, but they did not break records. 28.9 percent of women 30 to 34 years old were childless in 2014, as opposed to 28.2 percent in 2012. The highest childless rate for that age group was in 2010, however, with 29.7 percent. 18.5 percent of women ages 35 to 39 were childless last year, compared to 17.2 percent in 2012. The peak childless figure for that group was in 2002, at 20.3 percent. Researchers found that the childlessness rate for women 30 to 39 in 2014 was 23.9 percent, up from 22.9 percent in 2012. Increase: 18.5 percent of women ages 35 to 39 were childless last year, as opposed to 17.2 percent in 2012 (file photograph) Looking at a larger swath of the female population, 47.6 percent of women ages 15 to 44 were childless last year, the highest it's ever been. The 2012 figure was 46.5 percent. For women ages 15 to 50, 42.4 percent were childless in 2014. 41.3 percent had no kids in 2012. In a separate table, the U.S. Census bureau looked at educational attainment levels for women 40 to 50 years old. Those with a graduate or professional degree had the highest childlessness rate at 22.5 percent last year. Those who did not graduate high school had the lowest, at 9.9 percent. On its website, the government agency said it found 'Women age 40 to 50 in 2014 who were in managerial or professional occupations were more likely to be childless than women of similar age in other occupations.' The U.S. Census Bureau also said that 'Among women age 20 to 50, those in the Northeast had fewer children per 1,000 women than did those in the South, Midwest or West.' Yahoo! Parenting pointed out Pew Research Center data that birth rates dipped in 2008 from 2007's highest levels ever around the recession. For the full findings, visit the U.S. Census Bureau's website.

Summary: The U.S. Census Bureau published 2014 childlessness rates on Tuesday . 95.9 percent of women ages 15 to 19 were childless in 2014, according to the findings. In 2012, that number was 94.9 percent . 75.2 percent of women ages 20 to 24 percent were childless last year, researchers found, up from 71.4 percent . 49.6 percent of women 25 to 29 were childless in 2014, as opposed to 49.4 percent in 2012 .


Ludogorets player Cosmin Moti is guilty of producing one of the worst tackles you're likely to see this season after his kung-fu style tackle on a CSKA Sofia player - but unbelievably the referee waved play on. It was a kick Eric Cantona would have been proud of, as he connected cleanly with Stefan Nikolic's rib-cage and sending his opponent crashing to the floor. The defender made the headlines for the right reasons during Ludogorets Champions League play-off against Steaua Bucharest back in August, when he saved two penalties during the shoot-out - after their goalkeeper had been sent off. Cosmin Moti (centre right) kung-fu tacklesStefan Nikolic during Ludogorets clash with CSKA Sofia . His heroics sent the Bulgarian side through to the Champions League group stages as he established himself as a club legend. But Moti's kick on Nikolic shows a different side and the misdemeanor during the first half went unpunished as his side went on to win the contest 4-0 - sending them six points clear of their rivals at the top. It could have been so different for the away side if he had been given his marching orders but due to some shocking refereeing, that wasn't the case. The defender leaps up and aims his right foot at the forward but wasn't sent off for the tackle . Moti connects cleanly Nikolic's rib cage but the referee waved play on - much to the disgust of CSKA . The forward screams in pain after the horrific tackle and lands heavily on the Ludogorets pitch . Moti celebrates his first penalty save against Steaua Bucharest during their UEFA Champions League play off .

Summary: Cosmin Moti kung-fu kicked Stefan Nikolic during a Bulgarian league game . The Ludogorets defender wasn't punished as the referee waved played on . Moti is also well known for saving two penalties in the Champions League .


Nineties style is hot right now. Chokers, berry-coloured lips, round sunglasses and Calvin Klein logo T-shirts are all the rage with a new generation of fashion fans. But news that JNCO, the brand responsible for the huge wideleg 'rave' jeans, is set to make a comeback has horrified many of the people who wore the ridiculous pants the first time around. The return of the highly impractical jeans, which featured giant leg openings approaching 50in, has us contemplating the retro fashion Nineties and Noughties trends that really should be left in the past. Femail rounds up the worst offenders... Scroll down for video . JCNO jeans, popular at Nineties raves, are threatening to make a comeback . 1. THE BUCKET HAT . A casual Nighties piece, the bucket hat is characterised by its wide, downwards sloping brim and limp structure. Originally a staple of fishermen and farmers, it soon enough found its way into popular culture and temporarily dominated the music scene. After gaining prominence in the Nineties and early Noughties, the trend was ditched in favour of softer and more flattering shapes, but fashion-forward celebrities such as 27-year-old Rihanna aren't letting it go quietly. THEN: The bucket hat was originally a staple of fishermen and farmers, but seeped into popular culture, and was sported by the likes of singer Christina Aguilera, now 36, in 2001 . NOW: Pop star Rihanna, 27, was spotted in July 2014 wearing a floppy bucket hat . 2. CAMOUFLAGE PRINT . For those of us non-military personnel not in need of immediate concealment from predators, very few can understand why time and time again, camouflage print manages to seep into our wardrobes. Usually in variations of olive and khaki - but also available in more garish shades - the pattern consists of shapeless blobs that imitate foliage. The brash pattern was favoured by Noughties bands such as Beyoncé's former band, Destiny's Child and today is seen on silk pants or sports luxe trousers worn by street smart stars such as 24-year-old Jourdan Dunn. Beyoncé, now 33, was a big fan of camouflage print in 2001 back when she was still with Destiny's Child . THEN: Destiny's Child wore camouflage print in garish variations of bright blue back in 2001 . NOW: Jourdan Dunn, 24, attempted to bring back the camouflage look in the form of skinny trousers and a crop top in February 2015 . 3. TAKING IT TO THE MAX . Sometimes a trend becomes so popular that a few fashion-forward thinking individuals try to take it to the extreme. Designer prints and double denim are two styles that worked well for celebrity wardrobes in the Nineties, . And today young reality star, 17-year-old Kylie Jenner is one of many who definitely don't follow the 'less is more' style mantra. THEN: In the Noughties, pop stars such as Victoria Beckham, now 44 (pictured left in 2000), Britney Spears, now 33, and Justin Timberlake, now 34 (pictured middle to right in 2001), loved to take trends to the maximum . NOW: 17-year-old reality star Kylie Jenner

Summary: JNCO 'rave jean's are on their way back . Other 90s/00s trends here to stay include Uggs, velour and corsets . Kylie Jenner is a double denim fan whilst Jourdan Dunn loves camouflage .


If you're one of those people who dithers over classic Dairy Milk, textured Fruit & Nut or crunchy Daim when choosing chocolate, all your woes may be about to come to an end. For the first time in its history Cadbury's is set to release a super bar containing not one but seven different fillings. The seven-row Dairy Milk Spectacular will contain one row each of: Dairy Milk Caramel, Dairy Milk Fruit & Nut, Dairy Milk Whole Nut, Dairy Milk Oreo, Dairy Milk Daim, and Dairy Milk Turkish. For the first time in 100 years, Cadbury's is set to release a super bar containing seven different fillings . But don't get too excited as there are only 50 on offer. And what's more, you won't find them in your corner shop or local supermarket as the bars were created for a competition. The Cadbury team worked alongside food artist Prudence Staite to create the bar in in a bid to get chocolate lovers to try something new. The brand had conducted research which showed that Britons can be hesitant to try new flavours and created the bar which includes their seven 'core flavours.' The Dairy Milk Spectacular will contain one row each of: Dairy Milk Caramel, Dairy Milk Fruit & Nut, Dairy Milk Whole Nut, Dairy Milk Oreo, Dairy Milk Daim, and Dairy Milk Turkish . Their study revealed we are more likely to try new flavours based on the recommendation of loved ones – partners (36 per cent), family (25 per cent) or a close friend (24 per cent). Matthew Williams, Marketing Director for Cadbury said: 'The special edition Cadbury Dairy Milk Spectacular 7 bar is our first chocolate treat to contain seven flavours. 'We know our fans love the variety and taste in the range, so we've created the ultimate celebration of the magnificently delicious Cadbury Dairy Milk flavours.'

Summary: One row each of Caramel, Fruit & Nut, Whole Nut, Oreo, Daim, and Turkish . Not available in shops as all 50 bars can only be won on Twitter . Brand worked alongside food artist Prudence Staite to create mega bar .


Floyd Mayweather may already be close to his fighting weight ahead of his bout with Manny Pacquiao next month, but he isn't always eating what you'd expect from a champion. In a new video released by the champion's 'Money Team', Mayweather's personal chef reveals that he loves his snacks, swapping healthy food for sweets and fizzy drinks on 'snack day'. 'Chef Q' fills two shopping trolleys and spends $321.43 (around £220), as she seeks to make sure she has everything her boss might want. Floyd Mayweather is down to within three-and-a-half pounds of the welterweight limit ahead of mega-fight . Mayweather's chef reveals he gets a lot of his energy from eating sweets like Twizzlers on 'snack day' 'Chef Q' told Mayweather's 'Money Team' she usually makes the champ healthy food, but not on snack day . 'Although I prepare all these organic healthy meals, today is snack day,' says the chef on camera. 'He loves his snacks! 'He usually snacks on different things, Twizzlers is his favourite thing, sometimes he may want cookies, sometimes he may want chips. 'Sometimes he just want ice tea. It's just that simple, but we gotta get what he wants, he's the champ.' As the chef picks up more snacks, including peanut M&Ms and mountains of fizzy drinks, she talks about her role in making Mayweather successful: 'We build champions around here. What would life be like without Kool-aid?'. Mayweather's chef loads the conveyor belt with snacks before spending more than $300 . The chef adds a huge pack of M&Ms to the trolley as she spends over $300 on the star's sweet selection .

Summary: Floyd Mayweather 'loves his snacks' according to 'Chef Q' The boxer keeps his training camp stocked with sweets for 'snack day' Chef reveals Mayweather's favourite snack is Twizzlers as she spends over £200 on the champion's sweet-tooth . Mayweather fights Manny Pacquiao in much-anticipated fight on May 2 .


A California mother has opened up about the horrific experience of watching her once-vibrant daughter fade away and die from a little understood brain-eating amoeba. Sybil Meister firmly believes her daughter Koral Reef picked up the deadly and mysterious Balamuthia mandrillaris infection during a family trip to Lake Havasu in May 2013. Reef married her high school sweetheart that July and began to show worsening symptoms like headache, fatigue and stiff neck a couple of months later. By October 2014, Reef would be dead. She was 20-years-old. Tragic: Koral Reef, left, was a blushing bride in July 2013 as she wed her high school sweetheart. The 20-year-old Temecula, California woman would be dead just over a year later from a rare, deadly and incurable brain-eating amoeba infection . Now her mother is on a mission to educate the world about the dangers of Balamuthia mandrillaris, for which there is no proven treatment. 'They said, ''Oh, she's having withdrawal from her birth control; It's a migraine.'' They gave her medicine and sent her home and then she progressively got worse,' Meister recalled in an interview with KNTV. That was in 2013 and the family couldn't possibly have foreseen the horrors ahead. After all, Koral had just married her high school sweetheart Corey Pier. In fact, the attractive young couple were barely even out of high school when the trouble began. 'She started with the headaches, the stiff neck, the sensitivity to light and heat was bad,' Meister said. According to the Press Enterprise, the symptoms steadily worsened. Over the course of months, once-healthy Koral began to regularly experience blurred vision, lethargy and mood changes. Terrible decline: Reef's family believes she picked up the rare Balamuthia mandrillaris infection on a May 2013 trip to Lake Havasu . Balamuthia infection is very rare. The Balamuthia amoebas can infect the skin, sinuses, brain and other organs of the body. Therefore, Balamuthia infection can cause a wide range of symptoms. Disease can begin with a skin wound on the face, trunk, or limbs and can then progress to the brain where it cause a disease called Granulomatous Amebic Encephalitis. Diagnosis of Balamuthia GAE can be difficult, but some early symptoms may include: . • Headaches . • Stiff neck or head and neck pain with neck movement . • Sensitivity to light . • Nausea . • Vomiting . • Lethargy (tiredness) • Low-grade fever . Other signs of Balamuthia GAE may include: . • Behavioral changes . • Seizures . • Weight loss . • Partial paralysis . • Speech difficulties . • Difficulty walking . Source: CDC . 'Balamuthia's mortality rate is very, very high. Only 13 percent of patients survive without any type of treatment,' Dr. Navaz Karanjia, Director of Neurocritical Care at UC San Diego. Some 200 cases have been identified worldwide since 1993. Most cases are reported among the young, old or otherwise immunocompromised. California saw 12 cases between 1990 and 2011. Nine of those cases were fatal. Deadly: At left, the Balamuthia mandrillaris amoeba is seen in its cystic phase. At

Summary: Koral Reef, 20, died last year after a horrifying and protracted battle against the little-understood parasite Balamuthia mandrillaris . Reef was wed to her high school sweetheart in July 2013 just months before she began showing symptoms like headache, fatigue and stiff neck . Reef's mother Sybil Meister believes Reef picked up the amoeba on a trip to Lake Havasu in May 2013 -- she was dead by October 2014 .


Ander Herrera has shunned comparisons with Paul Scholes, saying 'there will never be another'. The stylish Spaniard has been hailed as the one player who could take over Scholes' mantle of creating and scoring goals from midfield but modest Herrera has been quick to distance himself from the former England international. Herrera, 25, took part in one of Manchester United Foundation's Dream Days on Monday, meeting up with ill children and adults at Carrington. Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera has played down comparisons with Paul Scholes . Scholes, pictured celebrating in January 2012, was known for ability to score goals from midfield . Afterwards he took to his Facebook page to answer questions from supporters who compared him to Old Trafford favourite Scholes, who scored 107 goals in 499 games for United. Herrera, though, said: 'There will never be another Scholes. He was a one off.' Herrera has scored seven goals in 26 appearances since his £28.8million arrival from Athletic Bilbao last summer and says his favourite strike so far was his spectacular opener in the 2-0 FA Cup win over Yeovil Town but hopes 'the best one is still to come'. Herrera's favourite goal for United came against League One side Yeovil in the FA Cup third round . Scholes smashes home one of his 107 goals for Manchester United against Reading at Old Trafford . In a United Facebook question and answer session, he went to explain that he wears both 'Ander' and 'Herrera' on his shirt as he is superstitious. 'I did it before in Bilbao, and I am superstitious. I started using 'Ander Herrera' at Athletic a few years ago and I had a very good time there so I wanted to keep putting it on my shirt. I think Marcos Rojo is the same. Actually, in Spain, everyone has at least three names including the last name of both their dad and their mum. 'I always play passionately – for the team and our supporters. I am emotional. Every win and every victory makes me happy but maybe I hope the most emotional moments are coming. I am sure of that, in fact, because I am at United.'

Summary: Ander Herrera has scored seven goals since joining Manchester United . Some have compared the Spaniard to United legend Paul Scholes . But the former Athletic Bilbao midfielder says Scholes is a 'one off' Herrera reveals that his favourite United goal came against Yeovil .


David Cameron and Boris Johnson warned of a looming 'constitutional crisis' last night after Scotland's former First Minister Alex Salmond was caught boasting: 'I'm writing Labour's budget.' The two most high-profile Conservatives joined forces to question the legitimacy of the SNP's plan to try to put Ed Miliband in Downing Street, even if Labour wins fewer seats at the general election. The London Mayor, deployed to inject more passion into the Tory campaign, claimed it would mean 'truckfuls of taxpayers' dosh growling up the M1 to Scotland'. Boris Johnson and David Cameron joined forces yesterday to slam the SNP plans to prop up Labour . 'Lots of people… people who might even have voted Labour - people will think that this is a constitutional crisis,' Mr Johnson said. The SNP has declared it will never support the Conservatives in a hung Parliament, but is ready to do a deal with Labour, even if it finishes in second place. It would be the first time since 1924 that a second-placed party had formed a government. Last night, secret footage of Mr Salmond yesterday raised new fears about Scottish Nationalists holding the balance of power at Westminster after May 7. At a fundraising event, Mr Salmond, who is bidding to become an MP, is heard mocking Labour after it slapped down Scottish leader Jim Murphy's claim that he would write a Labour budget north of the border. 'I knew that already - because I'm writing the Labour Party budget,' he declared, to cheers and applause. Mr Salmond also joked that he would 'check his top pocket' – a reference to a Conservative election poster showing a miniature Mr Miliband in his breast pocket. Alex Salmond boasted that he would write Labour's first budget because the SNP would hold the balance of power . The Prime Minister, in his first joint interview with the London Mayor, his chief leadership rival, said: 'In the last 48 hours the SNP have said "no money spent on defence projects unless you get rid of Trident. No HS2 unless it starts in Scotland". 'You have now got Salmond saying he wants to write Ed Miliband's budget. That's before this has even happened. Imagine how much worse it would be, imagine how many pockets would be picked if this were to happen. 'The stakes at this election have always been high. It's about sticking with a plan that's working or risking it with Ed Miliband. But frankly the stakes have got much higher because of what's happening in Scotland with the SNP potentially wiping out Labour. 'The way to avoid that outcome which would be unstable, bad for the economy, bad for jobs, bad for living standards, bad for this country's prospects, the way to avoid it is to vote Conservative. 'What we have got to do in the remaining days of this campaign is bring together these arguments and show that there's an absolute link between the danger of the SNP, a weak Ed Miliband, the threat that he's making and the need to vote Conservative to deliver that

Summary: David Cameron and Boris Johnson last night warned of a looming 'crisis' They joined forces to question legitimacy of SNP's Labour-boosting plan . Mr Johnson claimed it would mean 'truckloads of cash' moving up the M1 . It comes as Mr Salmond was filmed joking he would write Labour's budget .


It was once a colourful backdrop for the shenanigans of Steve Martin and Eddie Murphy, but years of neglect meant this piece of film history risked being lost forever. The Gilmore Gasoline Filling Station has now been restored to its former glory - but people wanting to refuel here will have to be content with a skinny cappuccino. Coffee giant Starbucks bought the garage in Los Angeles last year and have now finished its transformation into a drive through coffee shop. The Gilmore Gas Station was a backdrop for was listed as a Los Angeles cultural monument in 1992, but was soon after left to vandals and graffiti artists . Starbucks worked with a historical consultant to ensure the character of the building was preserved during the renovation . Opened in 1935 by Gilmore Oil, which was then the largest independent oil company on the West Coast, the art deco building served the drivers of Hollywood until it was abandoned in the 1990s. It became a filming location soon after with wacky weatherman Harris K. Telemacher (Steve Martin) stopping to fill up with lover Sara McDowel (Victoria Tennant) prior to attending a fundraising event. He asked for the 'full-service' treatment, which includes a tank of petrol, a car wash, and removal and exchange of all four tires. The petrol station was also where Reggie Hammond (Eddie Murphy) informed Jack Cates (Nick Nolte) of the location of the stolen money in the 1982 comedy 48 Hours. It was listed as a Los Angeles cultural monument in 1992, but was soon after left to vandals and graffiti artists. Starbucks store design manager Jonathan Alpert said despite its poor state he saw the potential of the petrol station from the start. The new store, which has a drive through, serving hatch and outdoor seating area, retains the main existing structure as well as the canopy from an added car wash . He said: "At the very beginning we knew this was something special. 'The building was in such a dilapidated state, but we could see it had potential. 'We wanted to restore the building in a way that allows us to serve the community while celebrating its history.' Mr Alpert and his team worked with a historical consultant to ensure the character of the building was preserved during the renovation. The new store, which has a drive through, serving hatch and outdoor seating area, retains the main existing structure as well as the canopy from an added car wash. They preserved and restored existing glass and metal elements wherever possible. The petrol station was also where Reggie Hammond (Eddie Murphy) informed Jack Cates (Nick Nolte) of the location of the stolen money in the 1982 comedy 48 Hours . The team added energy-efficient LED rope lights to replicate the old tubes of neon lighting. Non-historic contemporary service bay roll-up doors were replaced with aluminum frame garage doors in the style of the period to form an exterior wall. Mr Alpert added: 'We didn't try to over-brand the building; we tried to keep it true to

Summary: Art Deco gas station once featured in films like LA Story and 48 Hours before falling into disrepair . Opened in 1935 in LA by the American giants Gilmore Oil it was eventually closed in the 1990s . Property has now been bought by Starbucks and transformed into a coffee shop .


An 18-year-old man has been charged with conspiring to commit terrorist acts following Saturday morning's counter-terror police raids, in which police seized a number of knives and swords. Sevdet Besim, from Hallam in Melbourne's south-east, was charged with 'conspiracy to commit acts done in preparation for, or planning, terrorist acts' at the Melbourne Magistrates Court. He did not apply for bail and was remanded in custody for a filing hearing on April 24. Mr Besim is one of two 18-year-old men police arrested for allegedly planning an 'ISIS inspired' attack on an Anzac Day ceremony following the raids. Scroll down for video . Sevdet Besim, from Hallam in Melbourne's south-east, was charged with 'conspiracy to commit acts done in preparation for, or planning, terrorist acts' at the Melbourne Magistrates Court on Saturday afternoon . Multiple photos of Mr Besim on his social media pages show him posing with one raised index finger, a symbol that other ISIS supporters have also frequently used . Victoria Police Deputy Commissioner Shane Patton said the 18-year-old men, from Hallam and Hampton Park, were 'associates' of Abdul Numan Haider, the 18-year-old who was shot dead after stabbing two officers outside a Melbourne police station on September 23. He is one of two 18-year-old men police arrested for allegedly planning an 'ISIS inspired' attack on an Anzac Day ceremony. The duo were 'associates' of Abdul Numan Haider (pictured) The second teenager is still being interviewed by police who plan to charge him with a number of offences related to preparing for and planning terrorist acts and possessing prohibited items. A number of 'edged weapons' - including knives and swords - were seized at some of the properties searched. Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews dubbed the plans 'simply evil' on Saturday morning, while insisting the individuals 'do not represent any faith, culture or religion'. 'It is alleged both men were undertaking preparations for a terrorist attack at an Anzac Day activity in Melbourne which included targeting police officers,' Australian Federal Police Acting Deputy Commissioner Neil Gaughan said on Saturday morning. Commissioner Patton later added that: 'some evidence that was collected at a couple of the scenes and some other information we have, leads us to believe that this particular matter was ISIS-inspired.' A total of five teenagers were arrested as part of the Melbourne Joint Counter Terrorism Team operation named Operation Rising, which saw 200 officers' raid seven properties on Saturday morning. Three of the men were released by Victoria Police on Saturday evening. However, according to Australian Federal Police Acting Commissioner Michael Phelan, all five had been on the radar of counter-terrorism investigators. 'Particularly since late last month the investigation ramped up and it became very obvious to us that their plans were specific,' he told reporters in Sydney. 'We received information earlier this week that led us to undertake the resolution today,' Mr Patton said, adding that investigations had begun last month. A smashed window can be seen at the charged teen's Hallam home in Melbourne's south-east where he was arrested during the counter-terror raids . The teen

Summary: Sevdet Besim, 18, was charged with 'conspiracy to commit acts done in preparation for, or planning, terrorist acts' on Saturday afternoon . He was one of two teenagers who officers arrested for planning terror acts . Police allege they planned to target an 'Anzac Day ceremony' and police . They are expected to be charged with a number of offences including the possession of prohibited items, with 'edged weapons' found at a property . Another 18-year-old was also arrested and remains in custody . Three men released by police late on Saturday night . Over 200 police officers raided seven properties in Melbourne on Saturday .


Britain's only surviving mobile cinema has gone on sale for £120,000 as the owners who spent years of their life restoring it and touring the country now want to enjoy parenthood. Emma Giffard, 36, and Ollie Halls, 37, from Somerset, bought the cinema for just £1,200 in 2005 and spent £35,000 on restoring the vintage classic with friends in Devon over five years. They toured the country with the classic bus which became a celebrity, starring alongside Melvyn Bragg in a 20-part BBC2 series 'The Reel History of Britain and in 'George Clarke's Amazing Spaces'. Restored: Britain's last-ever mobile cinema has been brought back to its former glory after film buffs found it rotting in a field in 2005 . But now the pair have decided the time has come to sell the bus, which has taken over their lives for more than a decade. 'We've got two children under three,' Emma said. 'Sometimes my mother-in-law comes along and looks after the kids on whatever event site we're on but it's getting to be too hard with the two of them getting bigger.' After years on the road, the couple had their first baby Iona May Giffard Halls in 2012 and five months ago, they're second arrived, Ivy. Since then, Ollie has had to spend five months a year on tour while Emma stays at home with the children and he's now looking forward to having more time with Iona and Ivy. Love affair: Emma and Ollie outside the Bedford cinema which has taken over their lives since they restored it ten years ago . Iona May Giffar Halls, two and a half years old, sits outside the mobile cinema. Her parents are looking to offload the classic so they can concentrate on being parents to her and sister Ivy, five months old. Dad Ollie doesn't want to be on tour as they grow up . Happy families: Mum Emma with Iona May, left, and Ivy, right. The family have just bough they're first home in Somerset . 'I'll miss being on the road and that diversity but if I didn't give it up, I'd miss my children growing up and spending social time with them which is more important than the bus.' It's now listed on eBay for £120,000 which is 100 times what they originally bought it for, but it's not just a bus, it's a piece of British history, listed as 'the soul survivor' of the original fleet. It's one of just seven mobile cinemas originally commissioned by the Ministry of Technology in 1967, to promote British industry as a global leader by visiting factories to show films about modernisation. With a plastic perspex bubble at the front and a Tardis-like interior with a 26-seater cinema inside, the Bedford SB3 looked like something from the future as they toured the country promoting the 'white heat of technology'. The vintage mobile cinema is one of just seven mobile cinemas originally commissioned by the Ministry of Technology in 1967 . A piece of history: This was how the buses were advertised

Summary: One of only seven commissioned by Ministry of Technology in 1967 to visit factories promoting new technologies . Owned by Transport Trust until 1975 then sat in Essex field in for 14 years until rescued by former owner in Somerset . Ollie Halls and Emma Giffard bought it in 2005 for just £1,200 and spent £35,000 and five years on total restoration . Since then it has toured the country showing vintage footage and even starred in TV and radio programmes . Re-united with lost trailer after 23 years thanks to call 'out of the blue' - which had been being used as a wood shop . Now on sale on eBay for £120,000 as parents no longer have time to run the cinema which has 'taken over our lives'


David Cameron will put small business at the heart of the election campaign today by declaring that the Conservatives are ‘the party of the grafters’. The Prime Minister, who has faced criticism over a campaign lacking in passion, said he made ‘no apology’ for focusing on the economy, insisting: ‘Nothing matters more.’ He will appeal to small firms and the self-employed, saying while Labour sneers at those who work hard, his party backs them. Scroll down for video . David Cameron will put small business at the heart of the election campaign today by declaring that the Conservatives are ‘the party of the grafters’ Yesterday, Mr Cameron defended his campaign against criticism it is too narrow. ‘If you want political excitement, maybe you could go to Greece,’ he said. ‘That’s an exciting country, I am told. I don’t think that’s exciting – I think that’s terrifying. ‘When you get a new job, a new home, get a new childcare place or start a new business... now that’s truly exciting. If you want to take a risk, vote for the other man. My God, he’s got plenty of risks.’ He said Labour’s ‘disastrous’ plans for higher taxes and borrowing would risk the stability of people’s lives. And he told voters: ‘I want you to think about the three million low-paid people we have taken out of income tax, I want you to think about the two million jobs that we have created, I want you to think of the cuts in youth unemployment that we’ve achieved. I want you to think of that and I want you to take that argument that Labour make and stick it where the sun don’t shine.’ Mr Cameron went on: ‘Some people are saying to me, “You are putting too much emphasis on a strong and stable economy and securing our future”. I plead guilty.’ The Tories will today unveil a separate manifesto for small businesses, calling them ‘the lifeblood of the economy’. Thousands of small business leaders will back the party in an open letter. The Prime Minister, who has faced criticism over a campaign lacking in passion, said he made ‘no apology’ for focusing on the economy, insisting: ‘Nothing matters more’ And Mr Cameron – who is understood to have ordered that all campaigning activity is now dedicated to the economy – will set out new proposals to support millions of small firms and self-employed. He is to promise tax breaks and start-up loans, and an end to another £10billion-worth of red tape, to enable the creation of 600,000 businesses a year. The Tories are also promising to review the disadvantages faced by the self-employed, who make up 15 per cent of the workforce. In an echo of the campaign rhetoric of Margaret Thatcher, who famously celebrated Napoleon’s supposed dismissal of Britain as a ‘nation of shopkeepers’, Mr Cameron will say: ‘Small businesses are the backbone of our economy – and Conservatives are behind them 100 per cent. We’re the party of the grafters and the roofers and the retailers and the plumbers. ‘We get

Summary: David Cameron will put small business at the heart of election campaign . Prime Minister has faced criticism for lacking passion in recent weeks . Cameron said he made 'no apology' for Tories focusing on the economy .


Japan's defence minister has been forced to assure MPs that the country has never been invaded by aliens. Speaking in parliament earlier today, Gen Nakatani promised lawmakers that there had been no alien breach of Japanese airspace, and that no government studies into extra-terrestrials were under way. Nakatani said the nation's war planes can be scrambled whenever there is a report of an unidentified flying object but, so far, they had not encountered visitors from space. ET no home: Defence Minister Gen Nakatani responded to questions from an MP about potential alien invasions, and assured parliament that Japan has never been invaded by extra-terrestrials . Nakatani addressed the 'alien question' after an enquiry from one of Japan's more flamboyant MPs - wrestler-turned-politician Antonio Inoki. 'When the Air Self Defence Force detects indications of an unidentified flying object that could violate our country's airspace, it scrambles fighter jets if necessary and makes visual observation,' he said. 'They sometimes find birds or flying objects other than aircraft but I don't know a case of finding an unidentified flying object believed to have come over from anywhere other than Earth,' he said. At a meeting Wednesday of the budget committee in Japan's upper house, Inoki had asked if aircraft were dispatched to meet extra-terrestrial visitors and 'whether studies aliens are going on'. Inoki, founder and former owner of New Japan Pro Wrestling, said he did not know whether or not aliens existed, but he had once seen a mysterious flying object rocket into the air on the horizon and disappear. No visitors: Nakatani told MPs there has been no violation of Japanese airspace by aliens, and that no government studies into extra-terrestrials were under way . Wednesday's exchange was not the first official Japanese pronouncement on spacemen and their aircraft. A 2007 statement said the government 'has not confirmed the existence of unidentified flying objects believed to have come from anywhere other than Earth'. But the statement, formally endorsed at a cabinet meeting at the time, prompted a surprise rebuttal from the top government spokesman. Nobutaka Machimura, chief cabinet secretary at the time, said: 'Personally, I absolutely believe they exist.' Then-defence minister Shigeru Ishiba also said that in his personal opinion there were 'no grounds' to deny that there are UFOs controlled by alien life-forms.

Summary: Japan's defence minister forced to answer questions about UFOs . Gen Nakatani told parliament 'no alien's have violate Japan's airspace' Came after MP asked if Japan was carrying out alien studies .


British agents spied on Argentina until 2011 over fears it would try to reclaim the Falklands Islands, former CIA worker Edward Snowden has claimed. Documents released by the American whistleblower allege Britain was actively spying on Argentina between 2006 and 2011. There has been no official response from Britain or Argentina to the claims, which were published by several Argentine news agencies. The documents include allegations Britain implanted computer viruses and circulated false propaganda to discredit the Argentine government, it has been reported. Documents released by Edward Snowden (pictured) claim Britain was spying on Argentina between 2006 and 2011, according to media reports there . The South American state still claims territorial rights to the islands, which they refer to as 'Malvinas' Argentina's President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner (right) pays tribute to the soldiers who died in the conflict during the commemoration of the 33rd anniversary in Ushuaia last week . Snowden now lives in Russia having fled the US via Hong Kong after revealing extensive internet and phone surveillance by US intelligence. The revelations come in the wake of already heightened tensions with the discovery of oil in the Falklands by the British last week on what was the 33rd anniversary of the battle. Britain struck oil in the Falklands last week, a discovery likely to escalate tensions with Argentina. Above, troops walk across the island in 1982 . Britain has already pledged £180million over the next 10 years to beef up its defences of the Falklands to take into account 'any future and possible threats' to the islands. 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 remote, wind-swept islands from Spain when it gained independence. Britain argues it has historically ruled the islands and the islanders should have the right to self-determination. In a 2013 referendum, 99.8 per cent voted to remain a British overseas territory. The row over the sovereignty of the islands, which Argentina calls Malvinas, could be intensified by Britain's oil find. After nine months of exploratory drilling, a group of British companies found oil and gas at the Zebedee exploratory well, in the north of the islands. The find, announced by British firms that share the exploration area (Premier Oil, Rockhopper Exploration and Falkland Oil & Gas), could be worth billions of pounds and will increase fears of renewed conflict over the British overseas territory. In a sign of worsening relations, Argentine foreign ministry officials say they will prosecute oil companies operating near the Falklands. The officials claim companies active there are operating illegally in Argentine territory. A war veteran and relatives sing the national anthem during a ceremony remembering the Argentine soldiers killed during the Falklands war in Buenos Aires . Argentina says it has a right to the islands, which it calls the Malvinas, because it inherited them from the Spanish crown in the early 1800s . Kirchner used the anniversary - commemorated in Argentina as the Day of the Veterans and Fallen of

Summary: Snowden claimed Britain was spying on Argentina between 2006 and 2011 . Revelations come after Britain's discovery of oil in the Falklands last week . Britain already pledged £180m to stave off 'any future and possible threats' Argentina say Britain should spend more helping its own poor instead .


Angry parents continued to protest outside a Texas middle school this week after an eighth grade boy who wrote a violent and disturbing story about killing his classmates was allowed to stay in class. The Tidwell Middle School student - aged 13 or 14 - started a blog on a writers website called Wattpad in August last year that was called 'Killing Children', with the tag line: 'This is a continuous story about me murdering people I hate.' There were 11 chapters published online up until January this year, featuring stories titled 'Massacre', 'Thrown Under The Bus' and 'Blood, Blood, And More Blood'. Some of the names of students at the school featured in the blog, with one section reading: 'He tries to hold in a scream, but it escapes him when I drive the scissors down his body.' Disturbing: The blog, Killing Children, on website Wattpad has been pulled down, but this is the title page for the blog. The 11 stories were given names like 'Massacre' and 'Blood, Blood, And More Blood' Anger: Despite the outrage expressed by parents, the eighth grade boy was allowed to return to school last month, and the District Attorney has confirmed no charges will be laid, saying the stories were 'horror fiction' The children who were named eventually came across the blog and alerted their parents, who reported the incident. The boy was then removed from class, and his parents subsequently withdrew him from the school. The blog was also taken down. However late last month, as students returned from spring break, so did the boy. The Northwest Independent School District confirmed they allowed the eighth grader to return. The district and the boy's parents maintained the blog was a work of fiction, describing it as a horror story. The Tarrant County District Attorney's Office also ruled the blog was protected by the First Amendment. The decision has caused outrage among parents, who say they are scared for the safety of their children. 'I'm in disbelief. I can't even believe it,' parent Cindy Copeland told NBC DFW. Mrs Copeland has kept her daughter, who is in the 6th grade, out of school for eight days, frightened that something might happen at the school. Mrs Copeland said she read the blog and was disgusted. 'The description of what he will do to these peers and classmates, it's despicable,' she told NBC. 'It's not therapeutic writing. And if it was then it should have been kept private, not broadcast for the entire world to see. 'It's a threat.' Outrage: Local parent Cindy Copeland was one of many protestors outside Tidwell Middle School on Friday. She has kept her daughter out of school for eight days . Protests: Parents brandish signs and placards demanding the eighth grader be removed from the school . Fighting: The district and the boy's parents maintained the blog was a work of fiction, describing it as a horror story, but the parents of his classmates aren't buying it . Another parent, Angela Dean, told the network she has been forced to explain

Summary: Tidwell Middle School student - aged 13 or 14 - started the blog in August . It was called 'Killing Children' and about 'me murdering people I hate' Stories named classmates and described either killing, maiming or sexually assaulting them . The boy was taken out of school earlier this year and investigated . He was allowed to return last month, with the school district saying the stories were 'horror fiction' and not real . Local parents are outraged and staging protests outside the school .


Chinese parents are passionate about raising child prodigies - whether they are 10-year-old university entrants or four-year-old Michael Jackson dance-alikes. Now a new basketball superstar is on the rise. A viral video is making the rounds in China, which shows a small boy displaying a dazzling array of basketball skills that would put to shame many professional players. The five-year-old child is called Mai Zizhuo and he has been shooting hoops since he was two and a half years old, reported the People's Daily Online. The video starts off with the pint-sized player scoring a succession of hoops before running around dribbling two basketballs. His eyes are focused on the camera while handling two basketballs at the same time and still he didn't lose rhythm once. His incredible skills have won him legions of fans across basketball-mad China. The country's biggest basketball star so far has been Shanghai-born Yao Ming, who played for NBA's Houston Rockets from 2002 to 2011. Talented: Five-year-old Mai Zizhuo shows his outstanding basketball skills in a viral video . Skilful: The pint-sized player scored a succession of hoops before running around dribbling two basketballs . Praised: His incredible skills have won him legions of fans across China . Stunned by Mai's potential, netizens in China leave comments by the thousands. Lakers fan 'Siu720' said: 'I can't believe it……..it must be special effects!' 'NickWooster' from Fujian simply asking: 'Who is his father?' Others feel ashamed of their own basketball skills in comparison to the kid. 'Cubex' from Hunan posted: 'I want to reincarnate and start over again! What have I been doing for the past 32 years?'

Summary: Mai Zizhou has been trained to play basketball since 2.5 years old . Video shows him shooting the hoops and dribbling two basketballs . His incredible skills have won him legions of fans around China .


A mother accused of smothering her infant son inside a bathroom at a busy Midtown Manhattan restaurant reportedly told police she put the boy 'to sleep' to spare him from being eaten by someone. Latisha Fisher, 35, has been charged with second-degree murder for allegedly killing 20-month-old Gavriel Ortiz-Fisher with her bare hands inside a restroom at 5 Boro Burger on West 36th Street Monday afternoon. Fisher had a violent past and a history of psychiatric problems, but she was evaluated as mentally fit as recently as last year. Scroll down for video . Latisha Fisher (left) was arrested Monday after allegedly smothering her 20-month-old son Gavriel Ortiz to death in a bathroom at a Manhattan restaurant. She told police she was afraid someone was going to eat her son . The 35-year-old mother allegedly locked herself in the bathroom of 5 Boro Burger in Midtown where she was later found holding her unconscious baby boy. She was diagnosed with schizophrenia after a 2011 stabbing . Following her arrest for the murder of her baby son, the 35-year-old mother allegedly told police: 'I was afraid that someone was going to eat him so I was protecting him. I put him to sleep with my hand,' reported the New York Post. Recently uncovered records show that Fisher was recommended for an alternative sentencing program after pleading guilty for the 2011 stabbing of her aunt. She received a positive evaluation as recently as September, according to documents seen by the New York Daily News . Fisher was sentenced to probation under the Center for Alternative Sentencing and Employment Services program after Tasering her aunt and stabbing her in the head, arm and ear. She had been taking medication to combat her paranoid schizophrenia after being diagnosed in the aftermath of the incident, according to the New York Times. The woman told clinicians that she had heard voices saying that her aunt was trying to kill her before the stabbing. In September a court-appointed social worker said that she was 'a poster child for an alternative to incarceration program' and had 'adjusted very well to the demands of new motherhood'. The report followed a July psychiatric evaluation where she was found 'stable and capable of remaining in the community'. As Latisha Fisher was being led away from the 5 Boro Burger on Monday, she blamed the devil for killing Gavriel Ortiz and then trying to stop workers who attempted to resuscitate him. She was charged with second-degree murder on Tuesday. Witnesses said Fisher was emotionless after the death of her child. 'I would describe her as soulless. She put her hand over his mouth and smothered him,' a police source said. A woman who walked into the bathroom Monday afternoon says she saw Fisher with her hand over the baby's mouth, saying she was trying to 'make him go to sleep'. Above, investigators inside the restaurant on Monday . Baby Gavriel was found unconscious and foaming from the mouth when restaurant workers broke into the bathroom . She claimed that she had put her hand

Summary: Latisha Fisher, 35, allegedly locked herself in a bathroom at 5 Boro Burger in Midtown Manhattan Monday afternoon with son Gavriel Ortiz . When workers at the restaurant gained access to the restroom, they found the 20-month-old boy unconscious and foaming from the mouth . Fisher had previously been diagnosed as paranoid schizophrenic and was called 'poster child' for alternative sentencing . She was given probation for 2011 stabbing of her aunt and was found fit to stay in the community last year . Neighbors say she had recently shown signs of strange behavior .