Bobby Brown spoke for the first time about his daughter Bobbi Kristina in Los Angeles on Saturday night and admitted 'I dunno what the hell I am going through right now, but I am giving it to God and letting him deal with it.' In an emotional outburst during a concert Bobby appeared close to tears as he referenced his daughter's ongoing battle for her life. . The former husband of Whitney Houston looked tired and grief stricken at times during his performance, his first public appearance since Bobbi Kristina fell into a coma. Bobby Brown spoke for the first time about daughter Bobbi Kristina in Los Angeles on Saturday night and admitted: 'I dunno what the hell I am going through right now, but I am giving it to God and letting him deal with it' The one-time boy band star shied away from talking in detail about his daughter but instead admitted these were 'rough times.' However, in an odd moment during his 45-minute set, he took time out to promote his kine of BBQ sauces. Bobby performed a set of his old hits for 4,000 fans at the Soul Food Festival in downtown Los Angeles on Saturday after months staying by his daughter Bobbi Kristina's side. Unresponsive: On January 31, Bobbi Kristina Brown was found unresponsive in her bathtub. She's been in a coma ever since . The 46-year-old was given the biggest cheer of the night as he took to the stage to play hits like Don't Be Cruel and On Our Own. After his drawn-out introduction Bobby, looking tired from performing dance moves, choked up as he said: 'I must tell y'all. This feels really, really really good. 'I want to thank all of y'all for coming out tonight to support me and my family. 'Rough times are rough times, hard times are hard times I dunno what the hell I am going through right now, but I am giving it to God and letting him deal with it.' Panting and sounding frustrated: 'There is only one thing I ask of you all tonight and that is enjoy yourselves.' Smiling he added: 'Don't be cruel, come on,' referring to one of his biggest hits the 80s. After a few other tunes, Bobby needed a break from the stage to rest while his boyband performed a number. Bobby needed a towel to wipe his face and often looked out of breath as he relived dance moves from his glory days. Later he was a little less emotional as fans cheered his performances of hits like Roni and Rock Witcha. Broke his silence: The former boy bander's appearance was booked before Bobbi Kristina fell into a coma. It was also Brown's first time discussing the matter in public . Had a booth: Brown told the LA crowd, 'Listen I have been doing a lot of things and been working on a lot of projects from Real Husbands Of Hollywood to my own stuff to my new album to my new Edition to Heads Of States and I have been

Summary: Broke down during Los Angeles concert as he talked about his daughter Bobbi Kristin, who has been in a coma since January 31 . In the middle of his set in front of 4,000 people, he offered a pitch for his line of BBQ sauces .


Sexual assault charges were dropped against Uber driver Maxine Fohounhedo, 30, after he produced an audio recording from the night of the alleged attack . Sexual assault charges against a Chicago Uber driver have been dropped after prosecutors heard a secret recording he made of his passenger the night of the alleged attack. Maxine Fohounhedo, 30, was charged in December with kidnapping and raping a female passenger he picked up after she ordered an UberX ride the month before. The 22-year-old woman told police she was intoxicated and fell in and out of consciousness during the ride with Fohounhedo. She alleged that she eventually woke up in Fohounhedo's apartment as he was having sex with her, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. The woman told police he then helped her into his car and drove her home. She called police the next day and a rape kit was administered at Swedish Covenant Hospital, the Chicago Tribune reported. Shady Yassin, Fohounhedo's attorney, claims the woman made a pass at his client when he first picked her up and then they 'went back to his place.' 'Whatever happened there did not arise to anything criminal,' Yassin said. According to Yassin, Fohounhedo made the nine-minute recording as he drove the woman home because 'he had a gut feeling he needed to protect himself'. 'She was having a friendly conversation with him,' Yassin said. 'And talking about her boyfriend and her work, and gave him a hug in the end.' Yassin said when Fohounhedo helped the woman out of his car she said 'thank you so much'. The attorney said prosecutors authenticated the recording after Fohounhedo turned over his phone. Shady Yassin, Fohounhedo's attorney, said the woman made the pass at his client when he first picked her up and then they 'went back to his place'. 'Whatever happened there did not arise to anything criminal,' he said. Fohounhedo's wife Sheena (right) said the couple will have to work to get past the incident . Fohounhedo was released from Cook County Jail on Monday night. He has spent the last four months behind bars. Sheena Fohounhedo, his wife, told ABC 7 the couple will have to work to get past the incident but that she is happy her husband is coming home . Fohounhedo was using his wife's Uber account, which is a violation of the company's policy, when he picked up the 22-year-old woman. Uber removed Fohounhedo from the service after he was charged with assault. Yassin said his client wasn't given a chance and that 'everybody immediately thought he was guilty'. He said Fohounhedo has no ill will against Uber but does not plan to work with the company again. Fohounhedo was just one of several Uber drivers who have been accused of sexual assault since the app was launched in the US in 2011. Another woman in Chicago sued the company earlier this year after her driver allegedly locked her in the car and groped her breast, legs and groin before she escaped.

Summary: Maxine Fohounhedo, 30, was charged in December with kidnapping and raping a female passenger who ordered an UberX ride . Woman, 22, told police she was intoxicated during the ride and alleged she woke up in Fohounhedo's apartment and found him having sex with her . Fohounhedo's attorney said the woman made a pass at the driver when he picked her up and they 'went back to his place' 'Whatever happened there did not arise to anything criminal,' he said . Attorney said the nine-minute recording shows woman having a friendly conversation with Fohounhedo as he drove her home . Fohounhedo was released from jail on Monday night .


Former couple: Ann Malsbury (right) battered Lee Judson (left) with a saucepan and hair straighteners . An ex-girlfriend has avoided jail despite trying to strangle her former partner with an iPod cable. Ann Malsbury, 22, of Coventry, West Midlands, also battered Lee Judson, 21, with a saucepan and hair straighteners after she flew into a rage. The chef’s ex-boyfriend had gone round to her home in the city to collect his belongings after the pair broke up following an 18-month relationship, Warwick Crown Court was told. But when Mr Judson bent down to pick up something, Malsbury jumped on his back and wrapped a white iPod lead around his neck before trying to throttle him. After he struggled free Malsbury then armed herself with a large carving knife and stabbed at him several times with the blade. Malsbury was arrested at the property in Coventry last November and charged with attempting to inflict grievous bodily harm with intent to cause serious injury. On Friday she was cleared of that charge after her plea of guilty to an alternative offence of affray was accepted by the prosecution . Malsbury was given a community order with 18 months of supervision and was ordered to take part in a women’s emotional wellbeing course. Sentencing, Judge Sylvia de Bertodano told a tearful Malsbury: ‘You were obviously in a state of considerable distress and made threats towards him using, among other things, a knife. No jail: Malsbury (above) was charged with attempting to inflict grievous bodily harm with intent to cause serious injury - but was cleared of this after her plea of guilty to an alternative offence of affray was accepted . ‘You fortunately did not injure him in any way, and I take that as a sign that you did not really intend to cause him any real injury. You stopped this of your own accord and called the police.’ Graeme Simpson, prosecuting, told the court Malsbury had been suffering from depression and was upset about the couple’s relationship coming to an end when she launched the attack. Attack: Malsbury (pictured) jabbed at her ex-partner four times - penetrating his clothing but not his skin . He said: ‘The defendant came in after him and had a wire lead which she flung over his neck from behind and tried to strangle him, but he managed to pull it away. ‘When he bent down to pick something up the defendant jumped on his back and put the iPod lead round his neck again, but he managed to get her off.’ The court heard as Mr Judson left the room she kicked him and then rushed downstairs ahead of him and into the kitchen where she armed herself with a big carving knife. She came out of the kitchen and stood in front of him, jabbing towards his arm and saying: ‘Do you want to live?’ Malsbury jabbed at her ex-partner four times - penetrating his clothing but not his skin - before getting a saucepan with which she tried to hit him over the head. She

Summary: Lee Judson had gone to Ann Malsbury's home to collect his belongings . They had broken up after 18-month relationship, leaving her 'distressed' Malsbury jumped on his back and wrapped iPod cable around his neck . 22-year-old chef from Coventry avoids jail but receives community order .


A bus driver who was caught reading a newspaper while driving has been slammed by his boss as a 'complete idiot'. A passenger filmed the driver on a bus in Auckland, New Zealand, and sent the video to bus company Ritchies Coachlines along with a complaint. In the footage the driver can be seen flicking through pages of the newspaper while the bus is in motion. Scroll down for video . A bus driver was caught reading a newspaper while driving in Auckland, New Zealand . As the bus slows to a stop at a set of traffic lights he moves his head to get a good look at one of the pages. Ritchies Coachlines boss Andrew Ritchie said he was embarrassed by the 'idiot' driver's actions. 'I am absolutely amazed by how absolutely stupid the guy is. Bloody irresponsible behaviour to the first degree, I can't believe it,' Mr Ritchie told the New Zealand Herald. 'The people on that bus put their trust in him. He wasn't even trying to hide it, he was holding the whole newspaper open, over the steering wheel.' Mr Ritchie said the driver would be disciplined, but would not go into detail. A passenger filmed the driver and sent the video to bus company Ritchies Coachlines along with a complaint . Ritchies Coachlines boss Andrew Ritchie said he was embarrassed by the 'idiot' driver's actions .

Summary: A passenger caught a driver reading the paper on a bus in Auckland, NZ . He sent the video to bus company Ritchies Coachlines with a complaint . His boss said he was embarrassed by the 'idiot' driver's actions .


Chris Ramsey has pledged his long-term future to QPR – insisting he will remain at the club for as long as they want him. Ramsey was handed the manager’s job until the end of the season after stepping up from his youth development coaching role when Harry Redknapp resigned in February. Rangers’ Premier League status is hanging by the thread following Sunday’s last-gasp defeat by Chelsea at Loftus Road, but Ramsey insists he is more than happy to remain in W12 regardless of what division they are in next season, although he hopes to be made permanent boss. Chris Ramsey insists he's happy at Queens Park Rangers and will stay at the club for as long as they want him . In an exclusive interview with Sportsmail the 52-year-old said: ‘I’m a QPR person now, whatever happens there’s a long-term project at the club which Les (Ferdinand) has put into place anyway. ‘We’re going to try and build the academy in order to emulate one or two of the clubs who we can see have excelled in the Premier League with the right foundations in place. ‘As long as the club want me I will remain here – it’s as simple as that. I want to stay at QPR, I’m really happy. The 52-year-old is a popular and respected man within the game, with aspirations of getting the full-time job . ‘To be honest with you QPR have been quite loyal to me as when I first joined I got offered a few first-team jobs elsewhere and I didn’t take them, but they allowed me to talk to these clubs and they could have easily told me to do one then but they didn’t, so I feel like I owe them. ‘So now I’m going to stand by them and show them some loyalty.’ Speculation has been rife that Ramsey will link up with his former Tottenham colleague Tim Sherwood at Aston Villa this summer if he wasn’t handed the job on a permanent basis, but he says his mind is focused solely on QPR currently. Reports suggest that Ramsey could link up with friend Tim Sherwood (left) at Aston Villa in the summer . ‘At the moment all I am thinking about is staying at QPR,’ admitted Ramsey. ‘Regardless of whether we stay up or not I think I’ve got a fighting chance of getting the job (on a permanent basis). ‘Obviously I think Les wants me to be the manager because he knows I can do the job, and I think Tony (Fernandes) would want me to be in charge, too.' QPR owner Tony Fernandes is the man who will make the final decision as to who becomes the next manager . Speaking at the ‘Sport On Board’ graduation event at Wembley on Wednesday night, a group designed to help improve diversity across the boardrooms in football, the former Tottenham coach spoke glowingly about Ferdinand – who was appointed as the club’s director of football in the wake of Redknapp’s departure. The pair both graduated from the course last year,

Summary: Chris Ramsey says he's 'really happy' at QPR and plans to stay long-term . The 52-year-old was handed the reins until the end of the season . The former right back wants to show loyalty to his current employers . Les Ferdinand believes he is the man for the job, according to Ramsey . Ramsey has been linked with a reunion with Tim Sherwood at Aston Villa . CLICK HERE for all the latest Queens Park Rangers news .


Taronga Zoo's elephants had a special treat for breakfast on Friday – a record sized 728kg pumpkin. The prodigious pumpkins displayed at this year's show were cleverly recycled by being served to the Asian Elephants at the popular Sydney zoo. The prize-winning pumpkins - including a 728kg monster that was the biggest pumpkin to ever grace a Sydney Royal Easter Show - were presented to the elephants on Friday morning. Baby elephant Tukta feeds on a giant pumpkin from the Sydney Royal Easter Show on Friday morning . Taronga's Asian Elephant herd, including 3300kg Pak Boon and calves Pathi Harn and Tukta, were quick to swoop on the record-breaking pumpkin. 'We're always looking for new foods and enrichment items to challenge and stimulate our extraordinary animals. The adult elephants were no strangers to pumpkins, but keepers were keen to see what they would make of the supersized variety. 'Elephants have many remarkable skills and environmental enrichment is a great way to encourage these skills and arouse their natural curiosity,' said Elephant Keeper, Steve Westnedge. The novelty sized pumpkins displayed at this year's show were served to the Asian Elephants at the popular Sydney zoo . Keepers introduce new foods and enrichment items to challenge and stimulate the extraudinary animals . Taronga's elephants are served a medley of different food items, particularly relishing fibrous palm logs and tough pineapple plant tops. They can eat between 60kg and 100kg in one day. 'When we saw the giant pumpkin in the news, we thought it was a fun opportunity to bring a taste of the Easter Show to Taronga and offer a nutritious and challenging treat to the Zoo's largest animals,' said Steve. The 728 monster, the work of grower Dale Oliver, was the largest pumpkin ever seen in Australasia . The record-holder had enjoyed pride of place at the Great Backyard Pumpkin Challenge in the Flower and Garden Pavilion at the Show, among 50,000 other pieces of fruit and vegetables. The pumpkins would normally be recycled as green waste after the show, but organisers were happy to see them served to some mammoth diners instead. This year grower Dale Oliver produced the largest pumpkin ever seen in Australasia. Taronga's elephants are served a medley of different food items, particularly relishing fibrous palm logs and tough pineapple plant tops .

Summary: The prodigious pumpkins were transported to the zoo on Wednesday . One 728kg pumpkin was the biggest to ever grace the Easter Show . The Asian Elephant herd were quick to pounce on the novelty breakfast . The zoo introduces new foods to challenge and stimulate their animals .


A war hero pilot who survived almost 70 skirmishes with the Luftwaffe has died after being knocked down by a hit-and-run driver near his home. Doug Gregory, 92, had popped out for his daily newspaper when he was struck by a car outside a petrol station. The ex-Spitfire pilot suffered a serious head injury and was flown to hospital by air ambulance, but died two weeks later. A hero: Doug Gregory. 92, only retired from his job as a stunt pilot two years ago. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross after surviving almost 70 missions over Nazi-occupied Europe . Fighter pilot: The 92-year-old had survived 70 missions against the Luftwaffe during the Second World War. He flew Beaufighters and Mosquitoes before testing aircraft, including models of Spitfires and Hurricanes . Mr Gregory began flying during the Second World War and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his gallantry in 69 combat missions over Nazi-occupied Europe. Having volunteered for the Royal Air Force as early as he could, straight after his 18th birthday in 1941, Mr Gregory flew Beaufighters and Mosquitoes. He also tested a wide range of aircraft, including Spitfires and Hurricanes. A veteran of D-Day, the RAF’s Battle of Berlin bombing campaign and night sorties all over Europe, he recalled years later: ‘I wasn’t shot down but I was shot at. Luckily they missed – most of the time.’ Mr Gregory also survived a brain haemorrhage in 1947. He only retired from his role as a stunt pilot at the age of 90. Mr Gregory was performing loop-the-loops throughout his 80s – earning the nickname The Flying Zimmer – as a founder member of the Great War Display Team, a band of pilots determined to preserve the spirit and skills of Britain’s First World War dogfighter heroes. Knocked down: The war hero was making his daily trip to the shops and had just purchased a newspaper when he was struck. Officers are still investigating the collision but say no-one has been arrested or charged . Hit-and-run: Police at the scene where Mr Gregory was knocked down by a car. Officers say a female motorist driving a silver-coloured Nissan involved in the collision came forward and was interviewed under caution . The accident happened on March 30 just after he had bought a paper at his local newsagent’s in Blackfield, Hampshire. His wife and son accompanied him to Southampton General Hospital, where he died on Sunday. Police said a woman who was driving a silver-coloured Nissan involved in the accident later came forward and was interviewed under caution. A police spokesman said officers were still investigating the accident. He added that no one had been arrested or charged in connection with the collision. Last night tributes poured in. Military historian Paul Beaver tweeted: ‘Deep regret at passing of Doug Gregory, night intruder veteran & honorary member of Army Flying Association. Our thoughts with Liz & family.’ Another fan tweeted: ‘RIP Doug Gregory DFC a great former Mosquito and display pilot. Blue skies, Sir. Very sad news.’ Mr Gregory's love of

Summary: Doug Gregory flew Beaufighters and Mosquitoes in the Second World War . The war hero survived 67 missions flying over Nazi-controlled Europe . He later became Britain's oldest stunt pilot and only retired two years ago . No-one has been arrested or charged in connection with the hit-and-run .


A Muslim women's rights advocate and outspoken critic of Islam has championed the U.S. as the best country in the world to live as a woman and as a black person. Somali-born author Ayaan Hirsi Ali, 45, emigrated to America in 2006 after facing death threats in the Netherlands, where she had been a member of parliament and a target for extremists after renouncing her faith and becoming an atheist. Hirsi Ali, who describes herself as a liberal, has accused her fellow liberals of failing to have a proper sense of perspective about life in the U.S. and for not being more critical of Islam. Muslim women's rights advocate and outspoken critic of Islam Ayaan Hirsi Ali has championed the U.S. as the best country in the world to live as a woman and as a black person . 'We are so blessed as women to live in the United States. The best place to be a woman in the world is in the U.S. The best place to be black in the world is in the U.S.,' she told The Daily Beast. 'Is it perfect? No. Are we confronted with threats? Yes. But it's the perfect place to fight [them] off.' Ali said that the law in the U.S. and the fact that the majority of the population are accepting of differences make it easier for all types of minority groups including woman, black people, gays and Jews. 'I cannot imagine what it is like to be a black man living in Saudi Arabia, in Iran - even where the majority of people are black, like Africa,' she said. 'I cannot imagine a better place to be gay than in the U.S. I know that all European countries have accepted gay marriage and here in the U.S. we're still struggling to accept that. 'On the other hand, when the jihadists in Europe attack gays in the streets, the governments don't protect them. 'The best place to be Jewish in the world, besides the state of Israel, is in the U.S. The best place to be Christian is in the U.S.' Hirsi Ali was raised in a strict Muslim family, but after surviving a civil war, genital mutilation, beatings and an arranged marriage, she renounced the faith in her 30s. Hirsi Ali is married to British historian and public commentator Niall Ferguson, right, who left his wife of sixteen year for the Somali intellectual . Hirsi Ali releases her new book, Heretic: Why Islam Needs A Reformation Now, later this month . In 2007, she helped establish the AHA Foundation, which works to protect and defend the rights of women in the West from oppression justified by religion and culture, according to its website. The foundation also strives to protect basic rights and freedoms of women and girls. This includes control of their own bodies, access to an education and the ability to work outside the home and control their own income, the website says. Hirsi Ali told The Daily Beast that in comparison to the rest of the world woman in

Summary: Ayaan Hirsi Ali has championed the U.S. as the best country in the world to live as a woman and as a black person . 'Is it perfect? No. Are we confronted with threats? Yes. But it's the perfect place to fight [them] off,' she said . A liberal, she has accused fellow liberals of failing to have a proper sense of perspective about life in the U.S. and for not being more critical of Islam . Hirsi Ali was raised in a strict Muslim family, but after genital mutilation, beatings and an arranged marriage, she renounced the faith in her 30s .


An online fitness and diet star is facing court action over an unpaid $300,000 tax debt. Ashy Bines, who is the face of the popular fitness program Ashy Bines Bikini Body Challenge, is being chased by the tax office over debts due almost 12 months ago, the Gold Coast Bulletin reports. The debts, which were due last May, include income and tax, a fine and $295,955 worth of interest. Scroll down for video . Ashy Bines, who is the face of the popular fitness program Ashy Bines Bikini Body Challenge, is being chased by the tax office over debts due almost 12 months ago . Court documents show the tax office launched action in November and has since lodged an application to liquidate ABBBC Pty Ltd - the company behind Ms Bines' bikini body challenge program. The case will be heard in a Brisbane court next Friday with Pilot Partners already consenting to be liquidators if the tax office wins. Ms Bines and her husband Steven Evans have reportedly sold their shares in ABBBC to Platinum Investment Group - a second company they are members and shareholders of. The fitness queen gave up her title as director of ABBBC just six months after they first started in April 2012. Her husband remained as the sole director of the company. But Mr Evans handed directorship of ABBBC to business associate Levi Walz in January. Mr Evans is currently locked in a court battle with rival fitness guru Emily Anderson. The Gold Coast model and body builder is suing Mr Evans for $500,000 for allegedly using her money for his other businesses and failing to promote hers effectively. Court documents show the tax office launched action in November and has since lodged an application to close down ABBBC Pty Ltd - the company behind Ms Bines' bikini body challenge program . Ms Bines and her husband Steven Evans reportedly sold their shares in ABBBC to Platinum Investment Group - a second company they are members and shareholders of . Ms Anderson launched her company 'Emily Skye 30 Day 2 Shred' in February 2013 with Steven Evans as a joint director. He allegedly made contact with Ms Anderson via Facebook in 2013 to propose a business partnership, promising to 'make something' of her like he did with his wife Ashy. Ms Anderson's company is seeking damages against Mr Evans for up to $501,619 for allegedly spending the business' money on personal items and expenses relating to other businesses. One of the payments listed in the court claim includes $2,500 paid to the Ashy Bines Bikini Body Challenge, the Gold Coast Bulletin reported at the time. It comes after Sydney personal trainer Allie Dodds said last week that Ms Bines had used her recipes in a $100 e-book without crediting her or asking if she could publish them in a book. The fitness queen gave up her title as director of ABBBC just six months after they first started in April 2012 . It comes after Ms Bines admitted in a video statement that 10 recipes

Summary: Company behind Ashy Bines Bikini Body Challenge is being chased by tax office for an unpaid $300,000 tax debt . Debts include income and tax, a fine and $295,955 worth of interest . Face of the company is online fitness and diet queen Ashy Bines . Ms Bines and husband Steven Evans sold their shares in company . Mr Evans is currently being sued by rival fitness guru Emily Anderson .


It was supposed to be a joyous Easter Sunday celebration, but the brunch turned into yet another drama for Tori Spelling, who suffered an accident causing her to be hospitalized. According to eyewitnesses at Benihana's Japanese Restaurant in Encino, California, Tori, hubby Dean McDermott, their kids, Liam, Stella, Hattie and Finn, and a few other guests, had enjoyed their Easter brunch, when Tori tripped and fell onto a hot Japanese style grill used to prepare food in front of customers. Tori had been laughing and having fun with her family at Easter brunch,' says a source, 'when she got up to leave and tripped, falling backwards on to a scorching hot grill. She shouted out in pain from a large burn on the back of her right arm. Scroll down for video . White hot: Tori Spelling was a trouper and stuck through her family brunch at Benihana restaurant in LA. But once outside she was seen inspecting the bad burn on her right arm . Tori's doctor's determined she had a severe burn and suggested they remove the damaged skin and graft skin from another area of the body, a source tells Daily Mail Online. 'She questioned if it was absolutely necessary but doctors said she risked severe infection and scarring if she didn't act right away' Tori was eventually taken to the Grossman Burn Center at the West Hills Hospital for treatment. It was determined that she needed skin grafts . 'You could tell she was hurting, but she was trying to put on a brave face for the sake of her four young children who were quite obviously worried,' says the source. 'Dean looked upset too, but you could tell they were doing their best to stay calm and not alarm the children.' Tori posted this cryptic message on her Instagram following the incident: Perfect @Easter Sunday. Aside from the Benihana Burn! According to sources, Spelling went home and tried nursing her injury herself, but by the following day she was in so much pain she went to her doctor who ordered her to immediately undergo treatment at the Grossman Burn Center in West Hills, California. 'Tori's doctor's determined she had a severe burn and suggested they remove the damaged skin and graft skin from another area of the body,' says a source. 'She questioned if it was absolutely necessary but doctors said she risked severe infection and scarring if she didn't act right away. Dean looks on concerned as Tori inspects her burned arm . Tori and family and a friend were set to enjoy a wonderful Easter Brunch at Benihana restaurant . Tori posted this cryptic message on her Instagram following the incident . 'She underwent a skin graft last week and must now spend several days recuperating. Friends are praying for her to make a full recovery.' The Grossman Burn Center was founded by the late Dr. Richard Grossman, who treated many badly burned LA firefighters and plane crash victims over the years. He was also famous for helping comedian Richard Pryor heal after he set

Summary: A family brunch with Tori Spelling, Dean McDermott and their four kids turned into a disaster . Tori's heel caught as she was walking out of Benihana restaurant in Encino and she fell backward onto a hot hibachi . She was later taken to the Grossman Burn Center at West Hill Hospital . Doctors said she risked severe infection and scarring if she didn't act right away .


An Army veteran who served in Afghanistan has moved to Africa in a bid to stop poaching. Kinessa Johnson from Yelm, Washington State, works for the Veterans Empowered to Protect African Wildlife (VEPAW), training park rangers to catch and detain the wildlife killers. The organisation was founded by an ex-Marine and is made up of former soldiers who signed up post-9/11. She joined the group last November after a four-year stint in the services as a weapons instructor and mechanic. She was also deployed for one tour of Afghanistan. Scroll down for video . Kinessa Johnson from Yelm, Washington State, works for the Veterans Empowered to Protect African Wildlife (VEPAW), training park rangers to catch and detain the wildlife killers . Photos on her Instagram and Facebook of her holding a rifle have been met with criticism online. However she insists their intention is not to harm anyone and refutes claims she is a 'poacher hunter'. She told 11 Alive: 'Our intention is not to harm anyone; we're here to train park rangers so they can track and detain poachers and ultimately prevent poaching. 'Most of the time anyone that is in a reserve with a weapon is considered a threat and can be shot if rangers feel threatened. 'Our goal is to prevent trigger pulling through strategic movements and methods of prevention.' According to her Instagram, she is on the ground outside Arusha in Tanzania. She has also slammed other people questioning her experience and motives on social media. She joined the group last November after a four-year stint in the services as a weapons instructor and mechanic. She was also deployed for one tour of Afghanistan . 'I must say that I find it extremely disheartening to see so many bashing my ability based on my gender,' she wrote. 'I work with so many awesome and capable female park rangers here in Africa, who put their lives on the line every day right next to male park rangers, and I think these comments are also disrespectful to these amazing women.' On Saturday, alongside a picture and two colleagues, she wrote: 'The team and I along with the park rangers had a pretty successful few days , caught some guys and seized some firearms. 'We're all really excited even though we are all crammed into a land cruiser, haven't bathed in a few days and hardly slept.' Photos on her Instagram and Facebook of her holding a rifle have been met with criticism online . Johnson insists the organisation's intention is not to harm anyone and refutes claims she is a 'poacher hunter'

Summary: Kinessa Johnson served four years as a weapons instructor and mechanic . Now she works for Veterans Empowered to Protect African Wildlife . Patrols with park rangers and assists in intelligence operations . Insists she is not a 'poacher hunter', and only catches and detains them .


Bayern Munich winger Arjen Robben has said he has 'felt disabled' during his latest spell on the sidelines with a troublesome abdominal injury. The Holland international has missed his side's last three games for Bayern Munich and is expected to miss the upcoming Champions League tie against Porto. Robben, who is close to returning to full fitness, has revealed he will be able to start running again in a few days and plans on returning for Bayern's cup match against Borussia Dortmund. Arjen Robben has said he has felt 'physically disabled' during the last few weeks due to an abdominal injury . Bayern Munich ace Robben has missed his side's last four matches due an abdominal injury . The former Chelsea star, speaking to Bild, said: 'You always want to be on the pitch to help your team, but you can only watch them when you're injured. That is the worst situation for a footballer. 'I've had a lot of injuries in my career, but this is something new - I've never had something like this before. With this kind of an injury, you're physically disabled. 'In everyday life, there's so much you do that requires a working abdominal muscle. You're not able to get up, sit down or go going to toilet - you're always in pain. Robben has been working hard in the gym as he prepares for his Bayern Munich return . The former Real Madrid winger is easing back into training and is able to laugh again . Borussia Dortmund on April 28 is the date set for Robben to return to action for Bayern Munich . 'But now, the pains are easing - today I can laugh again. The healing process is going as planned. I can ride a bicycle and, in a few days, I hope that I can go running a little bit. 'I'm working hard for my comeback, though nobody can say when that will be. Personally, I hope that my comeback will be in the DFB-Pokal semi-final against Borussia Dortmund on April 28.'

Summary: Arjen Robben has missed his side's last three games through injury . The Bayern Munich winger is expected to miss match against Porto . Robben has said it 'is the worst situation for a footballer' to be in .


Shocking footage has been released by police of a brawl involving more than 70 teenagers, after a 'Facebook' party in Brisbane's south spiraled out of control on Tuesday night. The violent conflict was captured by Queensland Police helicopter, and shows the a small scuffle escalate into an all-in fight as more teenagers, who had gathered at the Serbian Community Centre in Willawong, join in the fray. Police were called to disperse over 200 teenagers just before 10pm after members of the community centre unsuccessfully tried to break up the fight. Footage has emerged of a violent brawl between more than 70 teenagers outside a party in Brisbane . 'There were a lot of kids coming through and we wanted to call the police early because there were too many people coming in,' Dario Music, vice-president of the community centre, told Brisbane Times. The centre had originally been informed that approximately 30 people were attending an 18th birthday party of a woman who was not a part of the local Serbian community. 'Me and treasurer went and spoke to her and said, 'is this a birthday party or a Facebook party?,' Mr Music said. 'She said, 'no, we are just having a bit of fun', then about 40 or 50 people walked out in the car park and started punching on. There were bottles thrown and yelling and screaming. Initially there were about 40 or 50 then everyone else jumped in.' Mr Music said that rubbish, including broken bottles and shoes, was left in the car park, and that the incident had put an end to the Serbian community centre being hired out for events. The violent conflict was captured by Queensland Police helicopter, PolAir . Police were called to disperse over 200 teenagers just before 10pm after members of the community centre unsuccessfully tried to break up the fight . Police said that upon arrival, about 70 teenagers were involved in the violent brawl, and shut the event down without further disturbance. Neighbours said that 'hordes of people' were directed by police out of the area, reported The Courier Mail. Police were called to attend to related incidents nearby on King Road later in the evening. Four people have been arrested over the incident, including a 20-year-old Goodna man who was charged with public nuisance, obstructing police and possession of tainted property. The centre had originally been informed that approximately 30 people were attending an 18th birthday party . Four people have been arrested over the incident, including a 20-year-old man, an 18-year-old woman and two teenager girls aged 15 and 16 . He is scheduled to appear before the Richlands Magistrates Court on June 9. An 18-year-old Annerley woman was issued with a notice to appear in relation to obstructing police and contravening a direction. She is due to appear in the Richlands Magistrates Court today. Two 16 and 15-year-old girls will be dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act in relation to offences of public nuisance and obstructing police. Anyone with information which could assist with this

Summary: Footage of a brawl involving 70 teenagers has been released . The fight happened on Tuesday outside a community centre in Brisbane . Owners were told that 30 people were attending but more than 200 arrived . The violent fray was captured by police helicopter footage . Four people have been arrested over the incident and will appear in court .


An art collector today claimed she was robbed of more than £4million worth of jewellery during a designer handbag snatch in a notorious motorway tunnel in Paris. The German woman, who has not been named, was in a taxi which was stuck in traffic shortly after arriving at Charles de Gaulle airport on Wednesday afternoon. Three thieves are said to have ‘appeared from nowhere’ and smashed a rear window of the car, making off with the bag. The heist took place in the Landy Tunnel (pictured), which is just under a mile long and notorious for smash-and-grabs . It included numerous valuable items including a single ring worth close to £1million, as well as around 12 other valuable pieces. Today the victim told police that all of the items, which also included watches, bracelets, and rings were worth well over £4million. The ‘extremely rich’ German, who is part Taiwanese, was on her way to loan some of the jewels to the National Museum of Modern Art in Paris, according to sources close to the case. But, in a mysterious twist, the museum later denied knowing anything about the intended delivery. Detectives were today trying to work out whether the thieves had inside knowledge, or had simply ‘got lucky’, said an investigating source. The German woman, who has not been named, was in a taxi which was stuck in traffic shortly after arriving at Charles de Gaulle airport (pictured) Rather than escaping on a motorbike – which is usual – the thieves in this case ran away on foot, scrambling up a sharp motorway embankment. The items are all listed and numbered because of their high value – something which will make them very hard to sell on. The heist took place in the Landy Tunnel, which is just under a mile long and notorious for smash-and-grabs. Youths living in local housing estates often follow passengers on mopeds, and then attack the cars they are travelling in. In February 2010, Christina Chernovetska, the daughter of the then mayor of Kiev, lost some £4million worth of jewels in similar circumstances.

Summary: 'Extremely rich' German woman's taxi was stuck in traffic as thieves struck . They smashed rear window of vehicle before running away with handbag . The victim says one of the stolen rings was worth close to £1million alone . Claimed she was on her way to loan some of the items to museum in Paris .


Ted Cruz is personally against the legalization of marijuana but the Republican presidential candidate said this weekend that he believes states have the right to put decriminalization laws on the books if they want - even though they directly conflict with federal law. Cruz implied during a conversation with Daily Mail Online on Saturday that if he ascended to the highest elected office he wouldn't make his attorney general enforce federal laws pertaining to marijuana in states that have approved sales and consumption of the drug. The position stands in contrast to the views of at least three of his GOP competitors, who last week said that while they believe in states' rights to self-determination, they'd lay the hammer down on Colorado and Washington for flouting federal law. Republican presidential candidate Sen. Ted CruzCruz implied during a conversation with Daily Mail Online on Saturday that if he ascended to the highest elected office he wouldn't make his attorney general enforce federal laws pertaining to marijuana in states that have approved sales and consumption of the sticky icky . Cruz, pictured here on Sunday in Litchfiled, New Hampshire, at the Londonderry Fish and Game Club, is personally against the legalization of marijuana but said this weekend he believes states have the right to put decriminalization laws on the books if they want - even though they directly conflict with federal law . Asked Saturday during a New Hampshire campaign stop if he would direct his attorney general to enforce federal pot laws, Cruz said ‘yes’ before providing a lengthy answer that indicated he would not. He first said that ‘if the attorney general and the president disagree with federal drug law they should come to Congress’ because Republicans and Democrats can come together on the issue of drug reforms. ‘But it is lawless for the attorney general simply with a stroke of a pen to say we will not enforce these federal laws we disagree with.' He was referring at that time to Eric Holder's Justice Department's decision to look the other way when it comes to minor drug offenses across the country. He then said: ‘There is a different circumstance when you have states that a democratically adopted law that legalizes marijuana.' 'When that happens that's a change in the legal standard, and then you have to apply conflict of law standards,' Cruz, the former solicitor general of the state of Texas, said. 'In my view the question of legalizing marijuana should be a question for the states. Now personally I don't support legalization. If it came up for a vote in the state of Texas, I'd vote no. But I respect the genius of the framers of our Constitution,' he added. Cruz's stance on the issue presents a problem the politician who has said the 'most dangerous' aspect of President Barack Obama's tenure ‘has been lawlessness, the unwillingness of the president to follow federal law or the Constitution.’ Article Six, Clause 2 of the U.S. Constitution, better known as the Supremacy Clause, clearly states that laws established by Congress are 'the

Summary: Cruz is personally against the legalization of marijuana but believes states have the right to put decriminalization laws on the books if they want . Implied he wouldn't make his AG enforce federal pot laws in states that have approved sales - even though directly conflict with federal law . Stands in contrast to the views of at least three of his GOP competitors who said they'd lay the hammer down on Colorado and Washington .


The referee for Floyd Mayweather's clash with Manny Pacquiao in Las Vegas next month will earn $10,000 (£6,800). The fight at the MGM Grand on May 2 is expected to draw revenue of around $400m (£273m) with both fighters picking up huge pay days. And, according to the Telegraph, the referee of the eagerly-awaited contest will net $10,000 with Kenny Bayless and Tony Weeks both frontrunners. Kenny Bayless refereeing Floyd Mayweather's fight against Marcos Maidana in September 2014 . Mayweather recently revealed he is down to within three-and-a-half pounds of the welterweight limit . Pacquiao recently unveiled his colourful mouthpiece ahead of his bout on May 2 in Las Vegas . Pacquiao's trainer Freddie Roach has previously pleaded for a referee who will provide a fair fight for both boxers. 'I know all of the referees, I know the good ones, I know the great ones,' he said. 'I think they all respect me and Manny enough to give us a fair fight. That's all I'm asking for. Whoever refs the fight, all I'm asking is please, give us a fair fight, and let the best man win, and I think they'll do that.' Both men are hard at work in their preparations for the mega fight in Las Vegas in less than three weeks. Mayweather recently revealed that he was within three pounds of the welterweight limit already, while Pacquiao unveiled his multi-coloured mouthguard for the fight. Pacquiao joined by several fitness fanatics as he jogs around Griffith Park in Los Angeles on Friday . The Filipino boxer shows off his skills by shadow boxing in front of interested spectators on Friday .

Summary: Referee for the fight in Las Vegas will earn $10,000 (£6,800) Fight is expected to earn around $400m (£273m) in revenue . Kenny Bayless and Tony Weeks are leading candidates to referee .


The hospital where the royal baby is due to be born was forced to close one of its wards after patients contracted a mutant superbug, it has emerged. A surgical unit at St Mary's Hospital, London, has not accepted new patients in more than a week after eight were found to be carrying carbapenemase-producing enterobacteriaceae, or CPE. The antibiotic-resistant bacteria can cause potentially fatal infections in the bloodstream and urine. If all goes to plan, the Duchess of Cambridge hopes to have her baby at the private Lindo Wing of the hospital, where her first child, Prince George, was born in 2013. A ward at the hospital where the royal baby is due to be born has been closed after patients contracted a superbug, it has been reported. Left, the mother-to-be last month, and the royal couple last week . The Zachary Cope Ward was closed on April 15 when eight patients were found to be carrying CPE, a spokeswoman for for Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust told MailOnline. Of these patients, three developed localised infections that required treatment. All have since recovered. The 20-bed unit, which specialises in vascular surgery, is now undergoing a deep cleaning and patients continued to be screened for the bacteria. CPE can live harmlessly in the gut and does not need to be treated. But they can cause potentially fatal infections if they enter the wrong part of the body, such as the blood stream or urine. A 20-bed surgical unit at St Mary's Hospital, London, has not been accepting new admissions for more than a week after a number of patients were found to be suffering from CPE. Above, the exclusive Lindo Wing . The ward, which specialises in vascular surgery, is on the eighth floor of a building that is across the road from the exclusive Lindo Wing where the Duchess of Cambridge will give birth. There is no suggestion the bacteria could spread to other areas of the hospital. A spokeswoman for the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust said: 'A ward at St Mary’s Hospital is temporarily not taking new admissions after we found that a small number of vascular patients were carrying a microorganism in their gut. 'Unfortunately three of these patients developed localised infections. All have completely recovered from their infections.' The hospital is screening other patients on the ward to check for infections. The unit is expected to reopen early next week. If all goes to plan, the Duchess of Cambridge hopes to have her baby at the exclusive Lindo Wing of the hospital, where her first child, Prince George, was born in 2013. Above, the couple outside the wing .

Summary: Duchess of Cambridge is due to give birth at St Mary's Hospital, London . A surgical unit has been closed after patients contracted mutant superbug . Bacteria, CPE, can cause potentially-fatal infections in blood and urine .


A jealous husband who fatally stabbed his ex-wife in the heart after discovering she had been using dating websites has been found guilty of murder. Lorna McCarthy feared for her life in the hours leading up to her death at the hands of Barry McCarthy, the man she had spent 25 years with before their separation four months earlier. Mrs McCarthy, 50, sent a series of messages to friends and family on September 27, including one to her daughter saying she didn't know 'what he is capable of these days'. She urged her daughter to call the police if she did not hear from her the next day - but it was never received. Lorna McCarthy (left) was stabbed through the heart by her husband Barry McCarthy (right) last September . The couple, who were still sharing a home in Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk, but sleeping in separate bedrooms, had had an argument. McCarthy, 51, had previously found out his wife was using dating websites. But she had agreed to take her profile down after he confronted her, Norfolk Police said. But in the early hours of September 28, Mrs McCarthy revealed she did not want to try to save the relationship, Norwich Crown Court heard. A little later, he entered her bedroom and stabbed her 13 times, according to the Eastern Daily Press. A post-mortem examination later revealed she had died from a stab wound to the heart. McCarthy then handed himself into police, telling them he had killed his wife, the court heard. When officers went to their home, they found Mrs McCarthy - who her daughter described to the BBC as a 'very colourful' and 'well-known' - in the back bedroom. McCarthy will be sentenced on May 1, after being found guilty of murder at Norwich Crown Court . McCarthy pleaded not guilty to murder on the grounds of diminished responsibility. But a jury today found him guilty of murder following a eight-day trial. Detective Chief Inspector Paul Durham said: 'This was a horrific and brutal attack on a woman in her own home by a man she had spent 25 years of her life with. 'My thoughts go out to Lorna's family and friends, and I hope today's verdict will help bring them some comfort as they still try to come to terms with her tragic death.' McCarthy is due to be sentenced on May 1.

Summary: Lorna McCarthy was fatally stabbed through the heart last September . Ex-husband Barry McCarthy attacked her in the Norfolk home they shared . Mrs McCarthy had previously sent texts saying she feared for her life . McCarthy, 51, was found guilty of murder at Norwich Crown Court today .


For Ronny Deila, qualification for the Champions League is not all about the money. But there are now 16million reasons for the Norwegian to take Celtic there by leading the team to a fourth successive title. And all of them involve pound signs. This week UEFA confirmed their ‘cash cycle’ for the next three years of European competition. The last time Celtic reached the Champions League group stage, in 2013-14 when they faced AC Milan, Ajax and Barcelona, they won one match and earned £12.6m. The same performance – or better – next season would see that sum rise by £4m. If they reach the last 16, the figures crash through the £20m barrier. And that’s even before ticket sales. UEFA's increase in Champions League money gives Celtic manager Ronny Deila extra reasons to qualify . To the rest of Scottish football, the prospect of Celtic making more money is damaging to any hopes of increased competition. To Deila, it’s a different kind of bind. ‘It is even more pressure,’ conceded the Norwegian as his side seek to stretch their Premiership lead to eight points against St Mirren in Paisley tonight. ‘But you can’t think about money. You just have to do the job the best way you can. ‘I feel if we can keep consistency in this team and maybe add a player or two, we will be ready for it. ‘It’s not only about the money. It’s about the supporters and the reputation of the club. It’s about the experience of the Champions League.’ The experience and the cash effectively go hand in hand. If Celtic participate in the group stages of the premier competition, sell-out crowds of 60,000 – something of a rarity these days – are guaranteed. The competition stimulates and sustains the club in a variety of ways. Yes, the last 32 of the Europa League secured a tie with Inter Milan this season. But for all the concerns about a small elite from the major leagues dominating the competition every year, the Champions League remains the superior competition in every way. ‘The Champions League is so important,’ added Deila yesterday. ‘We want to win the league and get into the Champions League group stage, that’s the main target. ‘There is even more money now in the Champions League. So to get a good team to compete in that tournament is everything. It is more important than selling players. ‘Our prime target is the Champions League and we have to do what is best for the club.’ Towards that end, Deila - now a more confident and assured figure than the man who took the Parkhead job last summer - will assume personal control of the pre-season programme and argue for the retention of key players. The days of Celtic jetting to the east coast of Australia and back to play friendlies appear to have gone. ‘We have to be more prepared than we were this season,’ stated the Parkhead boss after insisting that last summer’s lucrative series of games in the United States, Austria and Germany

Summary: UEFA have confirmed a significant hike in Champions League prize money . Celtic could earn £16million just from competing in the group stages . Manager Ronny Deila is eager to secure a fourth straight title for Celtic .


A mother and her former partner have appeared in court over the death of a toddler who suffered horrific injuries just before her second birthday. Cara Lee-Fanus was rushed to St Peter's Hospital in Chertsey, Surrey, but died from a head injury the next day despite the best effort of medical teams. Magistrates heard how doctors treating the little girl discovered bruises all over her body as well as burn marks on her head. The little girl's mother, Kirsty Lee (right in sunglasses behind a lawyer) and Lee's ex boyfriend Alistair Wayne Bowen (left) appeared at Guildford Magistrates' Court today . She was rushed to hospital on May 28 last year but could not be saved. Her mother, Heathrow Airport worker Kirsty Lee, 25, appeared at Guildford Magistrates' Court today alongside her then boyfriend Alistair Wayne Bowen, 35. The pair were jointly charged with causing or allowing the death of a child and causing or allowing serious physical harm to a child. Bowen, wearing a grey hoodie and large silver watch on his wrist, stood next to Lee, who was wearing a navy top, when they appeared together in the dock. Cara Lee-Fanus was rushed to St Peter's Hospital (pictured) in Chertsey, Surrey, but died from a head injury the next day despite the best effort of medical teams . Both looked on as details of the case against them were read out to the court. Presiding magistrate Dr Paul Bishop told the pair: 'These matters are only suitable for the crown court.' Lee, of Windsor, Berkshire,and Bowen, from Luton, Bedfordshire, were granted bail. Both will appear before a judge at Guildford Crown Court for a plea and case management hearing on May 9. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article.

Summary: Cara Lee-Fanus died day after being rushed to hospital in Churtsey, Surrey . Medics found bruises all over her body and burn marks on head, court told . Mother Kirsty Lee and Lee's ex boyfriend Alistair Wayne Bowen appeared in court today . Jointly charged with causing or allowing death of a child and causing or allowing serious physical harm to a child .


Shannen Hussein may just have one of the largest collections of pets in Australia, not that she really considers them animals. The 21-year-old lives who on a 30-acre farm in Rockbank, 34 kilometres north-west of Melbourne, has spent her life hand-raising animals of all shapes and sizes. But her pets are often captured behaving like humans, from her lamb Winter who loves to jump on the bed to her bearded dragon who can understand the English language. Thanks to this Ms Hussein's collection of creatures have become somewhat of an internet sensation. The young woman said she has always taken photos and recorded videos of her 150 pets, but since a clip of Winter bouncing down her hallway went viral last year she's sharing these moments with more people than she ever imagined. 'As long as I can remember I had photographed and videoed my pets but only until I started Vine, did I really start posting what I captured,' the young woman told Daily Mail Australia. Scroll down for videos . Shannen Hussein, pictured with her lamb Winter, lives on a hobby farm outside Melbourne with over 150 pets . She shares all her animal's wild adventures on social media. Here Kyah the bird sits atop Ms Hussein's shoulder . Her lamb Winter became an internet sensation after a video of him bounding down a hallway went viral . Ms Hussein , 21, cares for dogs, cats, sheep, birds, lizards, snakes, scorpions, camels and many more creatures . Many of her animals have formed unlikely friendships, like this pug Amani and piglet Ms Hussein raised . On her parents' hobby farm Ms Hussein spends her days playing with, feeding, and caring for what she estimates to be at least 150 different animals. Her social media accounts are filled with cute and quirky snapshots of some of the animals' unique behaviours. Some moments captured include Winter bouncing up and down on the bed, him pushing Leo the cat off a chair, and then curling up with his feline friend for a nap. Winter also runs across the yard to Ms Hussein when he's called, headbutts chairs, bleats loudly, and snuggles ducklings. Liz the bearded dragon can understand English and nods when she wants something to eat, while baby ducklings follow their carer around the yard when they're called. Kyah the budgie likes to drink from water bottles, and Moey the kitten tries to attack his own reflection in the mirror. On her parents' hobby farm Ms Hussein spends her days playing with, feeding, and caring for what she estimates to be at least 150 different animals . Pictured here as two bearded dragon juveniles keeping cool . Ms Hussein has a number of pet snakes, as well as many other reptiles . Her bearded dragon recently laid these eggs and later gave birth to her first little of babies . This tiny water dragon juvenile takes in his surroundings . Shingleback lizard's also live on Ms Hussein 's farm, in Rockbank about 35 kilometres from Melbourne . Ms Hussein's cats like to

Summary: Shannen Hussein lives on a farm in Rockbank, north-west of Melbourne . She has cats, dogs, birds, sheep, snakes, scorpions and many more pets . The 21-year-old's animals shot to fame when one of her Vines went viral . It was shared by celebrities like Taylor Swift and Ellen Degeneres .


Dr Habeeb Latheef is accused of sexually assaulting three women patients during consultations . A married doctor sexually assaulted three female patients while pretending to carry out medical tests, a court heard yesterday. Habeeb Latheef, 48, told them he needed to place objects in their hands to gauge their level of feeling. Instead the family GP allegedly unzipped his trousers and placed his penis in their grip. The patients had booked appointments with the Indian-born doctor to deal with back pain and pins and needles. Latheef is said to have told the women to turn away from him with their hands behind their backs. He put items in their grip, such as a pen and a key, telling the women this would measure their levels of sensitivity. One of the women suspected he was also using his penis and turned to see him bent over and doing up his zip. The alleged offences came to light in December 2011 when a 37-year-old patient contacted police an hour after her appointment with Latheef. The two other allegations from women relate to that year and to 2008. William Hunter, prosecuting, said these two patients at the Hendford Medical Centre in Yeovil, Somerset, did not contact police because they feared they would not be believed. He told Taunton Crown Court the 37-year-old woman visited Latheef with a stiff neck and headache. After a number of tests, Latheef suggested he should measure her sensitivity. The married GP was working at the Hendford Medical Centre surgery in Yeovil, Somerset, pictured . Latheef is on trial at Taunton Crown Court, pictured above, accused of carrying out the assaults over a four year period . Mr Hunter said: ‘He put a pen in her hand. She felt that. He then put a small key in her hand, she felt that. He then put his finger in her hand. ‘She was able to easily recognise each item. Then he put his penis in her hand. He did this more than once. 'It felt different to all the other items. She knew it was a penis. She was shocked. She asked him what he was putting into her hand. 'As she turned around the defendant was bending over and zipping up his trousers. The defendant said it was his finger.’ Mr Hunter said the mother of two was a ‘mature woman’ and knew exactly what she had felt in her hand. Latheef, of Yeovil, denies three charges of sexual assault between February 2008 and December 2011. The trial continues. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article.

Summary: Dr Habeeb Latheef is accused of sexually assaulting three of his patients . Assaults allegedly happened at Hendford Medical Centre in Yeovil . One woman patient, 37, went to see GP with a stiff neck and headache .


In this constantly connected digital world, the chirping of a mobile phone beside the bed is rarely a pleasant way to be woken in the morning. But the team behind a new app clearly feel that the tiny rendition of a rumba blaring from your mobile is not enough to drag you from beneath the covers. Instead they have developed an alarm that will only turn off if you physically get out of bed and scan a bar code in another part of your house. Scroll down for video . The I'm UP Alarm can be set to go off the night before (left) and will then only turn off by scanning a QR code (pictured right) on a mug or magnet that can be kept in another room, forcing you to get out of bed to do so . Michael Smagon, the New York-based inventor of the I'm Up Alarm, said: 'We all hit the snooze, toss and turn, and fall back asleep. Then we do the morning dash because we lose those coveted morning minutes. 'I’m Up is a mobile app alarm clock that is linked to a QR code that may be anywhere in your home, not in arms reach form bed, and the alarm does not go off until your scan the code, hence getting out of bed.' Smartphone users will be able to download the app onto their phone from June. Each device is paired with a specific QR code that can be printed out and stuck somewhere else in the house. The app developers also say they will be able to print the code onto mugs or magnetic buttons so they can be left in the kitchen to scan while you make your morning coffee. The alarm is set to go off at a certain time the night before and will make a noise until the QR code is scanned. The app uses a Quick Response code, or QR code, which is a form of barcode that the cameras of mobile phones are able to detect. Under Mr Smagon's concept, a code matched specifically to your app can be printed on your favourite mug or a fridge magnet. When the alarm goes off at the designated time, the only way to then get it to stop making a noise is to get out of bed and scan the code. For those who really need an extra couple of minutes, Mr Smagon says the app does have a snooze function, but only for a set number of occasions. He is currently seeking funding on the crowd-funding site Kickstarter to help him test the device. The app is due to be released in June June and and will come as a free version with adverts or an ad-free version which will cost less than $8, or £5.48. The alarm app will have a snooze function but it will only allow users to delay getting up a set number of times . Mugs and magnetic business cards and buttons with the codes printed on them can also be purchased

Summary: I'm Up Alarm is designed to help those who have trouble getting out of bed . Alarm will sound at a preset time and continue until a QR code is scanned . App is expected to be available on Apple and Android phones from June .


An 18-year-old mother-of-one had two heart attacks before dying from multiple organ failure after taking M-Cat at a house party, her family have said. Abby Swinfield, from Castle Donington, in Derbyshire, was partying with friends when she was rushed to hospital in the early hours of March 30. Miss Swinfield, who is believed to have a son, three, was taken to Good Hope Hospital in Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, where she was placed in a coma, but died a week later. Abby Swinfield, 18, a mother-of-one from Castle Donington, in Derbyshire, was rushed to hospital in the early hours of March 30 after a house party in Tamworth where it is thought she took M-Cat . Following Miss Swinfield's death, police have arrested one girl for supplying drugs, but Miss Swinfield's cousin has claimed she didn't take the drug voluntarily, saying her drink was spiked . Neighbours say ambulances arrived at this property at 1am. After arriving at hospital Miss Swinfield was put into a coma, but died a week later . Police are still waiting for the result of the post-mortem but it is believed the teenager had taken the illegal Class B drug Mephedrone - more commonly known as MCat or Meow Meow. Miss Swinfield's mother Kay, 39, said: 'I'm devastated. It happened at [her friend] Lauren's house. 'Abby hadn't seen Lauren in three years but she kept contacting her and saying "come to mine for a party. We got a phone call that night saying she was at the hospital. 'Doctors told me she died of multiple organ failure after suffering two heart attacks. 'They said she'd been lying in the same position for a long time because she had a big blister on her back.' Abby's cousin Lydia Moore, 18, added: 'We don't think she took it on her own accord. We think her drink was spiked. 'Abby was a perfect girl who would be there for you if you needed it. She had an amazing heart. She had so many friends. Miss Swinfield's mother, Kay, said she is 'devastated' over her daughter's death, saying she suffered two heart attacks before dying of multiple organ failure after taking the drug . Miss Swinfield has a son, who is believed to be three years old. Her cousin Lydia Moore, 18, said the youngster keeps asking for his mother . 'She had a beautiful son and she loved him. What's heartbreaking is her son keeps asking for his mom. Someone has taken his mom from him. The family has been torn apart.' Police have arrested a 20-year-old girl on suspicion of supplying Class B drugs, and she has been released on bail. Staffordshire police said they have arrested a 20-year-old girl on suspicion of supplying drugs, amid allegations Miss Swinfield's drink was spiked . Linus Pebliauskas, 29, who lives on Bridgwater Street, where the party was held, said: 'I didn't know who lived at the house but there were many young lads going in and out of there. 'There was drinking throughout the day and not just at weekends. It

Summary: Abby Swinfield, 18, collapsed in early hours of March 30 at a house party . Taken to hospital where she was placed in coma but died a week later . Mother Kay said teen had two heart attacks before dying of organ failure . Police are investigating and have arrested girl, 20, for supplying drugs .


It started out as a sweet family moment on a day trip to the zoo: a little girl beating her chest at a gorilla, safely separated by a pane of glass. But it seems the Silverback at the Nebraska zoo was less amused. The massive animal - who had been standing at the back of the enclosure - clearly decides enough is enough, and runs at the onlookers. Playful: The little girl can be seen in the window beating her chest at one of the gorillas . Cross: But the gorilla's friend in the background isn't quiet as keen on the game . Sprint: And he decided the time had come to do something about it - so started running towards the glass . Heavy: The gorilla throws his entire weight at the pane of glass at Omaha's Henry Doorley Zoo . The gorilla then launches himself, and his hundreds of pounds, at the little girl, hitting the glass with such force it cracks. The terrified family have fled to safety in the meantime. The incident took place at Omaha's Henry Doorley Zoo yesterday, and since it was uploaded to YouTube it has had more than 126,000 views. Writing on Reddit, the person who uploaded the video revealed: 'The person added: 'Shortly before this we were telling the kids they could not break it. They will never believe us again. 'Sadly the one beating her chest really started crying.' They added: 'I came back a couple of minutes later, and the zoo keepers were telling people to stay away.' Horror: The family's terrified reactions were captured in the glass the moment they gorilla hit . Impact: The force is so much the glass cracks on impact - sending the family fleeing . Huge: Mountain gorillas like this one can weigh as muhc as 485lb, or 220kg . Male mountain gorillas, which can reach the age of 40, weigh between 300 and 485lb (220kg). They are classified as an endangered species, and Henry Doorley Zoo is famous for its gorilla breeding programme. The zoo was responsible for the first gorilla test tube baby in 1995, and now boasts the largest gorilla sperm bank in the world.

Summary: Toddler filmed beating her chest at the Silverback at a Nebraska zoo . Gorilla then takes a run at the glass - and hits it with such force it cracks . The footage captures the terrified family running for their lives . Video of Thursday's incident has got 126,000 views since it was uploaded .


Thousands of women whose breast cancer has become resistant to standard treatment could benefit from a new drug combination, claim researchers. It is hoped the new approach will target cancer stem cells that evade conventional drugs and cause the tumour to re-grow. Cancer that has spread and is incurable, known as secondary breast cancer, kills 1,000 women in Britain every month. Researchers from Manchester University working with drug development company Evgen Pharma, have developed a new combination of drugs which could overcome this problem. Thousands of women whose breast cancer has become resistant to standard treatment could benefit from a new drug combination. It targets cancer cells that evade conventional drugs and cause tumours to re-grow . They are testing the drug Sulforadex in the most common type of breast cancer, affecting 70 per cent of patients. These ‘oestrogen receptor’ (ER) cancers are currently tackled using hormonal treatments such as tamoxifen to reduce oestrogen levels or block ER function. However, many women go on to develop resistance and the disease comes back, often because cancer stem cells which cause tumours to regrow and spread are unaffected by these treatments. The combination therapy, tested in mice and samples of tissue from secondary breast cancer patients, combines Sulforadex with standard hormonal treatments. Eating dinner or a snack late at night could raise a woman's risk of breast cancer, a study has warned. Researchers found eating meals at set times and eating dinner early reduced the risk. Leaving a longer time between the last meal or snack of the day and breakfast lowers the chance of developing the disease, US researchers found. They discovered women who fasted for longer overnight had significantly better control over their blood sugar levels. Each three hour increase in night-time fasting was associated with a four per cent lower glucose levels when tested after a meal, regardless of how much women ate, they found. Previous research has found women with higher blood sugar levels are more likely to develop cancer, even if they don't have diabetes. In the study, women reported eating five times per day and fasted overnight an average of 12 hours. Those who reported fasting for longer also indicated they consumed fewer calories per day, ate fewer calories after 10 pm and had fewer periods of eating. This targets both the oestrogen-sensitive cells and the remaining cancer stem cells at the same time, says research presented at the American Association of Cancer Research annual conference today. Dr Robert Clarke, from the University’s Institute of Cancer Sciences, said: ‘The hormonal therapies we use today are very good at treating breast cancer tumours driven by oestrogen. ‘However, they don’t completely solve the problem. 'This combination of drugs potentially allows us to target oestrogen-sensitive cells, while also mopping up the cells which cause treatment resistance.’ The next step will be to recruit patients for a trial in the next few months. Dr David Howat, head of research and development at Evgen Pharma said: ‘We are really excited about the data presented at the AACR. 'Dr Rob Clarke and his research

Summary: New approach targets cancer stem cells that evade conventional treatment . The cells cause tumours to re-grow, causing secondary breast cancer . Treatment combines Sulforadex with standard hormonal treatments .


A mother is demanding $300,000 from a school claiming her son would rather commit suicide than face his bullies. Ashley Shupe claims Kaiden, eight, has tried to choke himself, throw himself from a height, and stop eating. It was a reaction, she claims to repeated 'taunting, bullying and physical assault' inflicted by one student in his class at Oakmont Elementary School in Dickson County, Tennessee, for more than a year since Spetember 2013. Distraught: Ashley Shupe says her eight-year-old son Kaiden (pictured together) is suicidal after being bullied . Police: After the latest alleged attack, Shupe took these pictures of Kaiden's injuries and filed a police report . Eventually, in March this year, Shupe filed a police report against the child when Kaiden allegedly came home with a swollen and bruised head, bruises on his knees, and scratches. According to the lawsuit, filed last month, Kaiden was diagnosed with clinical depression in October 2013, a month into the alleged attacks. Despite notifying the school, Shupe says they continued to let the children interact. By April 2014, she claims, Kaiden began to display 'odd behaviour'. Anger: Shupe is demanding $300,000 for the school district's negligence in protecting her son . He tried 'to choke himself' and warned 'he may harm himself', the suit, read by The Tennessean, states. In a lawsuit, Ms Shupe accuses the school of failing to adequately protect her child despite witnessing the attacks and being notified that Kaiden had been diagnosed with depression. The school, she says, agreed to formally separate the children in April 2014, but that was not adhered to.

Summary: Ashley Shupe says Kaiden tried choking himself and jumping from a height . He 'has been diagnosed with depression after two years of bullying' Shupe filed police report after latest 'attack' left him Kaiden bruised face . In a lawsuit against the school she says they failed to protect her son .


During its 25 years in space, Hubble has provided the world with unprecedented views of the universe. But to help it find alien life, Nasa needs an even more powerful tool to peer back into the depths of our cosmos. The agency hopes to do this with the James Webb Space Telescope, which will be 100 times more potent than Hubble, and will be able to see back to 200 million years after the Big Bang. The James Webb Space Telescope will be 100 times more potent than Hubble, and will be able to see back to 200 million years after the Big Bang. Pictured are Nasa scientists completing a series of cryogenic tests on six James Webb Space Telescope beryllium mirror segments . Nasa describes the telescope as a 'powerful time machine with infrared vision that will peer back over 13.5 billion years to see the first stars and galaxies forming out of the darkness of the early universe.' The project has drawn scrutiny from lawmakers for its ballooning costs - now at about $8.8 billion, far higher than the initial estimate of $3.5 bn (£2.33 bn). But Nasa has promised to keep the next-generation telescope on track for its October 2018 launch. 'What the Webb will really be doing is looking at the first galaxies of the universe,' Webb telescope observatory project scientist Mark Clampin. 'We will also be able, with these capabilities, to look in very dark parts of the universe where stars are being born.' Nasa describes the telescope as a 'powerful time machine with infrared vision that will peer back over 13.5 billion years to see the first stars and galaxies forming out of the darkness of the early universe' The James Webb Space Telescope will be 100 times more potent than Hubble, and will be able to see back to 200 million years after the Big Bang. Pictured is an artist's impression . The space telescope will weigh 6.4 tons. JWST's main mirror will be 21ft (6.5 metres) in diameter, three times as large as Hubble's . Inside a massive room that is partially closed off from view, in clean room where no dust can harm the telescope, a team of engineers dressed in white, resembling surgeons, work on building the JWST. The space telescope will weigh 6.4 tons. JWST's main mirror will be 21ft (6.5 metres) in diameter, three times as large as Hubble's. There at least 200 billion Earth-like planets in our galaxy – and now Nasa officials claim we could be on the verge of finding life on one of them. During a talk in Washington earlier this month, the space agency announced that humanity is likely to encounter extra-terrestrials within a decade. 'I believe we are going to have strong indications of life beyond Earth in the next decade and definitive evidence in the next 10 to 20 years,' Ellen Stofan, chief scientist for Nasa, said. 'We know where to look, we know how to look, and in most cases we have the technology.' Jeffery Newmark, interim director of heliophysics at the

Summary: Nasa is on track to launch the James Webb telescope in three years . Telescope will be able to see back to 200 million years after the Big Bang . It will be 100 times more powerful than Hubble with mirrors 3 times larger . Astronomers hope the telescope will help further the search for alien life .


Margaret Gretton has been banned from classrooms for labelling an Asian job applicant 'Taliban' and calling special needs pupils 'roadkill' A primary school headteacher has been banned from classrooms for labelling an Asian job applicant 'Taliban' after referring to special needs pupils as 'roadkill'. Margaret Gretton, 46, has been barred indefinitely from the profession after she referred to the applicant as a member of the terror group and talked of 'bombs and blowing up the school' in an Asian accent. A disciplinary panel of the National College for Teaching and Leadership in Coventry ruled Ms Gretton 'exhibited clear intolerance on the grounds of race, as well as disability'. The panel said she showed no remorse for 'deliberate' and 'repeated' actions while head of Burton Joyce Primary School in Nottingham. They heard that she had mocked special needs students by referring to them as 'cuckoo' and said she didn't want to encourage children 'like that' to come to the school. She even displayed a Golly magnet in her office and made 'monkey noises' on one occasion when talking about black people. Her shocking behaviour continued over a 'sustained period of time' while she was headteacher of the school from September 2007 until November 2013. The panel concluded Ms Gretton 'displayed racist attitudes and behaviour in that - on one or more occasions you inappropriately commented in relation to a photograph of a male Asian job applicant.' It said her comments included 'would you hire me…I'm in the Taliban', or words to that effect, referring to the man as 'Mohammed', or words to that effect, and referring to 'bombs and blowing up the school', or words to that effect, in an Asian accent. A teacher at the school, named only as Staff Member E, told the panel that Ms Gretton said to her, unprompted: 'Do you like black men?' The teacher said she was 'taken aback' by the question, but added that it did not bother her, and her mother's partner was black and from Jamaica. She told the panel that Ms Gretton then 'burst out laughing and said words to the effect of 'does he have big lips?...does he look like a monkey?' and then went on to make monkey noises.' The headteacher denied making the comments, but the panel said it was 'satisfied on the balance of probabilities that the comments, or words similar to them, were made by Ms Gretton. ' The panel also found that she 'expressed inappropriate and discriminatory attitudes towards SEN [Special Educational Needs] pupils in the presence of school staff.' The panel said 'exhibited clear intolerance on the grounds of race, as well as disability' while head of Burton Joyce Primary School in Nottingham (pictured) They said she had used the word 'cuckoo' or words to that affect and said 'we don't want to encourage children like that to come here.' She was also found to have 'deliberately tried to upset' a special needs pupil, 'frightened him', and 'tried to make him cry.' Witness G gave evidence to the panel that on one occasion in 2010 a

Summary: Margaret Gretton, 46, has been barred indefinitely from the profession . She was headteacher of Burton Joyce Primary School in Nottingham . She talked of 'bombs and blowing up the school' in an Asian accent . Disciplinary panel concluded she 'exhibited clear intolerance on the grounds of race, as well as disability'


A former member, Miracle, told Daily Mail Australia abuse victims were often blamed for their situations . As police step up their inquiries into a secretive Christian community following abuse allegations, former members have told of a culture of victim-blaming. Gloriavale, a New Zealand settlement of around 500 where everyone follows a strict New Testament creed and wears blue uniforms, has come under increasing scrutiny in recent weeks. Several ex-members have come forward, telling stories of sexual abuse, violence and bullying - sometimes involving underage girls. Miracle escaped Gloriavale with her family around six years ago. She told Daily Mail Australia that sex outside of marriage and with underage children was 'absolutely frowned upon' and 'dealt with very severely in the community'. 'In saying that, these things have happened. These allegations against certain individuals - there is truth in them. 'Where it's been brought out into the open, the leaders have dealt with it - but where I disagree is that the girls in particular are blamed. Scroll down for video . Gloriavale, a New Zealand settlement of around 500 where everyone follows a strict New Testament creed and wears blue uniforms, has come under increasing scrutiny in recent weeks following abuse allegations . Residents of Gloriavale follow a New Testament code, wear blue uniforms and do not use birth control. This still is from a previous documentary about Gloriavale . Gloriavale is located on the west coast of New Zealand and has an estimated population of around 500 . 'Julia', pictured, told a New Zealand television program she was the victim of a 'wrong relationship' with an adult man when she was a child . 'They have been called w****s and s***s and that sort of thing and almost exonerated the guys. The guys couldn't help it. 'That then causes an effect where the girls don't want to bring it out into the open. They think if I go and say, "this happened to me" they'll turn on me and "blame me".' Miracle said there had been a few 'one off incidents' - but that 'it's not just the one'. 'Where I disagree is the way it's been dealt with, it's always placed on the girl. 'Women are treated well, they are looked after very well, but there is this doctrine that women submit to the men and do what they are told. '(The men) are brought before meetings and dealt with. They are punished. But not to the same extent the girl would be.' Another former member, Karen Winder, told stuff.co.nz abuse was 'not rampant'. She said young men are 'groomed' to have sex with underage girls and should not shoulder the blame. '(Some think) that 13 and 14 year old girls are ready to have babies - there's no child rape going on,' Ms Winder was quoted saying. 'A 23-year-old is not necessarily culpable for his actions, because he's been groomed for it.' She reportedly added that she knew of a female member who had been involved with an older man when she was 15. There has been an

Summary: Gloriavale is a Christian sect of around 500 New Zealanders . All residents wears blue uniforms and there is no birth control . Closed off from the outside world, it has come under scrutiny recently . Several former members have come forward with abuse, bullying allegations . The incidents were rare but several have occurred . One former member tells Daily Mail Australia female victims cop the blame . 'They're called s***s and w****s,' she said . 'Some think 13 year old girls are ready to have babies', another told stuff.co.nz .


Jack Wilshere says he is ready to return to the Arsenal first team and play a part in their season-defining games after completing 90 minutes for the Under 21 side on Tuesday night. The England midfielder completed 90 minutes in Arsenal's 4-1 win over Stoke City as he stepped up his recovery from the ankle injury that has wrecked his season. As he nears full fitness again, Wilshere has set his sights on the FA Cup semi-final with Reading and the Premier League clash with Manchester United as he seeks to regain his place in Arsene Wenger's team. Jack Wilshere played 90 minutes for Arsenal's Under 21 side in Tuesday night's game with Stoke City . Wilshere has been out of action since November, when he injured his ankle against Manchester United . Wilshere injured his ankle during the loss to Manchester United back in November . April 11 Burnley (A) April 18 Reading (Wembley) FA Cup Semi-final . April 26 Chelsea (H) May 4 Hull City (A) May 11 Swansea City (H) May 17 Manchester United (A) May 20 Sunderland (H) May 24 West Bromwich Albion (H) He said: 'You can train as much as you like but you can't get that match fitness unless you play. In the Premier League, you know how quick it is so you have yo get back to that speed. 'I feel like I'm ready to play some part. With everyone playing well, it will be difficult to get back in but sometimes it works out nicely. 'When the team are playing well and winning it can be easier to fit in and help them get even more points. When you're injured you look at your comeback date and the games around that time. 'The ones that stand out are the FA Cup semi-final but even before that we've got big games and we've got Man United so there's enough time to play this season.' Wilshere suffered his injury in the 2-1 defeat by Manchester United back on November 22. He completed 45 minutes in a friendly with Brentford last week and took the next step on the road to recovery against Stoke. Wilshere takes on Stoke's Ollie Shenton during the Under 21 Premier League match at the Emirates . Wilshere is hoping to make his first-team return for Arsenal in the next few weeks . Arsenal won 4-1 at the Emirates courtesy of an Alex Iwobi hat-trick and another from Stephy Mavididi. Mikel Arteta completed an hour and Abou Diaby 70 minutes as they recover from their respective ankle and calf injuries. Meanwhile, Sportsmail can exclusively reveal that Wilshere features on Manchester City's summer shopping list.

Summary: Jack Wilshere played full 90 minutes as Arsenal Under 21s beat Stoke 4-1 . Midfielder is targeting return after recovering from ankle injury . England international has been on the sidelines since November . He believes he can play a part in Arsenal's season-defining games . Wilshere is on Manchester City's summer shopping list .


This was the heartbreaking sight a Porsche owner had to endure after crashing his pride and joy into a builder's lorry. The owner was left devastated after his £80,000 911 Carrera was crushed by a builder's lorry as they both pulled into a side street to move out the way for the emergency services in a suburban street in Nottingham. Both vehicles had been caught in traffic after a cyclist was injured on a nearby road and police and the ambulance service were rushing to attend the scene. One onlooker, who witnessed the crash, said: 'The bloke looked absolutely distraught. It was obviously his pride and joy. 'You've got to feel for the man, it was a really nice car. You would be gutted if you were him.' Heartbreaking site: An onlooker who witnessed this crash in Nottingham said: 'The bloke looked absolutely distraught. It was obviously his pride and joy' The two-door German sports car was crushed while maneuvering onto the side road, with pictures showing the car's battery hanging out of the front of the crumpled bonnet, only connected by a single wire. Traffic continued to build up as paramedics saw to the female rider on nearby Radcliffe Road. Davies Road, where the Porsche 911 Carrera was crushed after colliding with a lorry while pulling to the side of the road in traffic queues because of a nearby cyclist accident . Police said there were no life-threatening injuries reported and the cyclist from the original collision was taken to hospital with a minor leg injury. A spokesperson for Nottinghamshire Police said: 'We were called just after 12.05pm on Wednesday following a two-vehicle collision involving a Porsche 911 Carrera and a lorry in Davies Road, West Bridgford. 'No-one was injured during the collision.'

Summary: Crashed Porsche 911 into builder's lorry on traffic queues in Nottingham . Traffic was built up because of road closure after nearby cycling accident . Onlooker said driver 'looked absolutely distraught' after collision with lorry .


Francis Coquelin has jumped to the defence of team-mate Olivier Giroud following Thierry Henry's claim that Arsenal need a 'top quality striker' to win the Premier League next season. Despite Giroud scoring 14 Premier League goals for Arsene Wenger's side this campaign, Henry believes he must sign a new striker as well as three more players if they are to compete for the title. Speaking after the 0-0 draw with Premier League leaders Chelsea on Sunday, Henry told Sky Sports: 'They need a goalkeeper, they still need a centre back, they still need a holding midfielder and, I'm afraid, they need a top, top quality striker to win this league again.' Arsenal midfielder Francis Coquelin has defended Olivier Giroud (above) after criticism from Thierry Henry . Sky Sports pundit Henry questioned whether Arsenal can win the title with Giroud in attack . Coquelin, who has played a vital role in Arsenal's late-season resurgence, has since hit back at the Gunners legend and insists Giroud is worthy of his place in the first team. The French midfielder told RMC: 'Thierry Henry is wrong. Giroud shows his potential every week. 'He showed that he has the level to be the Arsenal striker and we can win titles with him. 'We are disappointed with the result against Chelsea because we were on a good run. 'Now the target is to focus on the end of the championship, win all the remaining matches to get this second place, and of course win the FA Cup final.' Coquelin (above) believes Arsene Wenger's side 'can win titles' with Giroud playing as their main striker . Giroud (left) could not score against Chelsea on Sunday as the London rivals drew 0-0 at the Emirates .

Summary: Francis Coquelin defends Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud after criticism . Thierry Henry believes Arsenal need a 'top quality' striker . Coquelin insists the Gunners 'can win titles' with Giroud in the side . French striker has scored 14 Premier League goals this season . Giroud: I get p***** about everyone talking about my hair and not my goals .


Outed on Grindr: Republican lawmaker from North Dakota, Randy Boehning, has an over 10-year history of voting against gay rights. On Monday, he was outed for using gay hook-up app Grindr . A Republican lawmaker in North Dakota with a long record of opposition to pro-gay rights laws was revealed this week to be an active user of gay hook-up app Grindr and claims he was outed as part of a smear campaign by a rival. Randy Boehning, a 52-year-old who's represented Fargo since 2002, sent messages and a photo of his penis to a 21-year-old gay man in Bismark named Dustin Smith. Smith recognized the staunch conservative and took his story, and explicit photo, to the press. But, while admitting he's gay and uses Grindr, the public official claimed his private life was revealed as part of a fellow lawmaker's retaliation for his vote against a bill that would afford protections to gays. Smith told Forum on Monday that he first recognized Boehning, who he knew by the Grindr handle Top Man!, while reading an April 2 article that pictured all the state's House of Representatives members who voted down an anti-discrimination bill. 'Suddenly it dawned on me: I think I've seen this guy on Grindr!' Smith told the Washington Post on Wednesday. Using the 'an all-male location-based social network' on his phone, Smith retrieved the conversation in question in which Boehning, without solicitation, sent a photo of his penis along with one of his face. 'I just felt like this story had to get out,' Smith said. '[He] voted against a bill for the LGBT community and here he was talking to me on Grindr.' Forum ran their story on Monday, in which Boehning both came out and accused an employee at his workplace for exposing him after he exposed himself. 'That's what gay guys do on gay sites, don't they?' Boehning told Forum. 'That's how things happen on Grindr. It's a gay chat site. It's not the first thing you do on that site. That's what we do, exchange pics on the site.' Top Man! Dustin Smith, a 21-year-old gay man who lives in Bismarck, recognized Boehning as Grindr user Top Man! and took his story to the local press . Boehning went on to claim that, prior to his April 2 vote against the anti-discrimination bill, a capitol employee warned him that a fellow lawmaker who supported the bill vowed Boehning would become a target for retaliation should he vote no. However, Boehning has thus far refused to name that lawmaker. Meanwhile, the only openly gay lawmaker in the state's legislature, Rep. Josh Boschee of Fargo, said he never spoke to Boehning about the vote. Boschee claims he's been told of a Republican staffer who's been in contact with Boehning via Grindr since he was last elected and who warned Boehning 'there could be consequences for the hypocrisy of [his] vote.' Boschee also declined to name any names. As for his coming out, Boehning, who says he's also attracted to women, seemed somewhat relieved. 'The 1,000-pound gorilla has

Summary: Dustin Smith, a 21-year-old gay man in Bismarck, received messages and explicit photos from user going by Top Man! on Grindr . Smith realized that user was staunch state conservative Randy Boehning after reading of the lawmaker's vote against a gay rights bill this month . Smith went to the press and Boehning soon admitted he uses the gay app -- but the 52-year-old says its part of a rival's smear campaign .