The health watchdog that damned the NHS's first privately run hospital ignored a spot check by its own inspectors that found huge improvements in standards. The vital findings have been suppressed for nearly four months, and have only emerged now after the Care Quality Commission quietly revised its report to rate many of the hospital's services as 'good'. In January the commission branded Hinchingbrooke in Cambridgeshire as 'inadequate' and placed it in special measures, along with a dozen of the worst hospitals in the country. But today the watchdog will upgrade this to 'requires improvement' and publish a glowing report. In January the commission branded Hinchingbrooke in Cambridgeshire as 'inadequate' Experts say it is further evidence that the inspection was flawed and a stitch-up by Labour Party activists and trade unionists who oppose privatisation. The new version of the report rates the hospital as 'good' in 18 out of 33 criteria that were assessed including its outpatients departments and overall standard of end-of-life care. It also praises a number of the hospital's departments and individuals as 'outstanding' including its maternity ward, intensive care unit, specialist children's nurse in A&E and the chaplain. Crucially, the report – a draft of which has been leaked to the Mail – shows that the CQC ignored a second, far more positive spot check of the hospital when it published its initial report. In January – a week before the first report came out – inspectors returned to check up on two wards where they had raised concerns about standards of care during a visit in September. They found major improvements and praised nurses for treating patients with dignity and respect, responding promptly to call bells and ensuring patients were not in pain. Yet the watchdog ignored these findings when placing the hospital in special measures. Hinchingbrooke – which serves 160,000 patients in Huntingdon – was controlled by the private firm Circle from February 2012 until last month. NHS patients were treated there as usual but Circle – rather than NHS managers – was in charge of the day-to-day running of the hospital and its budget. The firm was praised for driving down waiting times, lowering the death rate, reducing infections and improving overall care. After January's report Circle announced it would be withdrawing from its contract. The hospital is now being run by the NHS Trust Development Authority. The rating of 'requires improvement' in the revised report moves the hospital from the bottom 13 per cent of hospital trusts in the country to an average score, which is achieved by 59 per cent of organisations. Today the watchdog will upgrade the 'inadequate' finding to 'requires improvement' and publish a glowing report . The Mail has repeatedly highlighted concerns by MPs and doctors that the inspection was flawed and a sabotage attempt by those opposed to privatisation. One of the inspectors was a member of the campaign group Keep Our NHS Public. Another was a senior figure in the British Medical Association, the doctors' trade union, who had previously spoken out about the dangers of private firms'

Summary: The Care Quality Commission damned the NHS's first privately run hospital . But it ignored its own inspectors' spot check that found improvements . In January the commission branded Hinchingbrooke as 'inadequate' Today the commission will upgrade this and publish a glowing report .


This is the moment the pop star daughter of a Mexican drugs lord broke into court in the middle of the night with gun-toting bodyguards – to shoot a music video. Singer Melissa Plancarte, whose stage name is Melissa: Cartel Princess, was filmed doing her midnight flit in the Mexico's Michoacan state courthouse for her pop video 'Since You Left'. Seen by half a million fans, the clip shows glamorous pop star - one of Mexico's most beautiful women, dancing the tango at the bottom of the courthouse staircase. Scroll down for video . Break-in: Singer Melissa Plancarte is pictured dancing on the stairs inside the courthouse in her music video . Lavish lifestyle: Melissa Plancarte lives in a mansion in the town of Nueva Italia and has three pet tigers . Father: Enrique Plancarte was in charge of a drugs cartel known for hanging its victims by the neck from busy motorway bridges . And Melissa would have got away with it - had it not been for eagle eyed fans who spotted unmistakeable murals at the state capital Morelia building. Furious officials say the star didn't have permission to film at the courthouse. Supreme Court President Juan Antonio Magaña blasted: ‘It’s not possible to hire out these buildings for any price. At least not legally.' Speculating how the pop star got in, state governor Fausto Vallejo said he suspected the guards may have received bribes. Melissa's father, Enrique Plancarte, headed one of Mexico's biggest drugs cartels which was infamous for hanging its victims by the neck from motorway bridges. Plancarte made millions before he died in a shoot out with the Mexican Navy last year. He owned Melissa's record label, PlanRecords - which has just two other acts on its books - Melissa's brother and sister Kike and Jazet. The stunning singer, who owns three pet tigers and boasts about her lavish lifestyle on Instagram, only recently admitted who her father was. She was outed in a social media campaign by Michoacan self-defence groups, who are waging a war to rid the state of drugs families. Mobster Plancarte was responsible for numerous deaths across Mexico. He headed the Knights Templar cartel, which smuggled crystal meth into the US. The mob boss was killed after a bounty of £435,000 was placed on his head by the government. His shooting sent shockwaves through the Knights Templar. ‘We knew this was going to happen but nothing can prepare you for it,' Melissa revealed after attending her father’s funeral. Recognisable: YouTube users pointed out the unmistakable murals and staircase inside the court building . Social media: Pop star Melissa owns a large mansion in the town of Nueva Italia and documents her lavish lifestyle on Instagram . The stunning singer only recently admitted her father was the feared drug boss who has been responsible for countless deaths across the troubled state of Michoacan . Body art: This Instagram picture shows the pretty singer wearing no make up and having a tattoo done . But her mob connections do not end with her father; last

Summary: Singer Melissa Plancarte broke into a court to film her new music video . She's the daughter of Mexican drugs lord Enrique Plancarte who died in a shoot out with the Navy . His murderous cartel hanged victims by their necks on motorway bridges . Plancarte, who has three pet tigers, posts pictures of her 'bling' life online .


Britain bucked the trend of Western nations by increasing spending on foreign aid last year while others imposed savage cuts. More than half the members of a group of 28 industrialised nations reduced their aid budget between 2013 and 2014, a report found. Britain's failure to follow suit – thanks to a target imposed by David Cameron – means that its overseas aid spending of 0.7 per cent of national income is double the average level of the other nations in the group known as the Development Assistance Committee. A target set by David Cameron (pictured at a rally this week) has left Britain unable to follow other countries in reducing their aid budget between 2013 and 2014 . Out of every £100 spent by these Western nations on overseas aid, no less than £14 now comes from the UK. Overall across these 28 countries aid budgets fell by 0.5 per cent in real terms, according to the report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. Despite this, the UK increased its spend by 1.2 per cent to £11.7billion in 2014. It comes on top of even larger increases in previous years. France slashed its aid budget by 9.2 per cent to £6.2billion, the fourth successive decrease. Japan's was cut by 15.3 per cent to £5.5billion. Australia cut its foreign aid by 7.2 per cent to £2.5billion, while cash-strapped Spain cut its funding by 20.3 per cent to £1.1billion. The UK's aid budget is now nearly double France's and ten times the level in Spain. In total, 15 members of the DAC cut foreign aid, including Belgium, Italy, Norway, Poland and Portugal. Britain was one of 13 countries which increased its budget despite the straitened times. These included Germany, the US and New Zealand. Trade, not aid: Conservative MP Peter Bone . Surprisingly, Greece, which is dependent on bailouts from the EU and the IMF, put up its aid budget by 6.8 per cent. Last night Tory Peter Bone, who is standing for re-election as MP for Wellingborough, said: 'When we have seen cuts at home, people find it very strange that we can give away so many billions of pounds a year, half of which we don't even control who it goes to. 'People are telling me on the doorstep during this campaign that we should cut the amount we spend on overseas aid, and increase opportunities for poorer countries to trade with the EU – trade, not aid, is what we need. What this report shows is that other governments recognise the fact that we have got to look after our own country first, and ensure aid is better targeted.' Britain's aid budget may need to rise by at least £500million in future years, because changes in EU accounting rules make it harder to meet the 0.7 per cent target. The Development Assistance Committee was set up by the OECD which represents richer countries. The OECD report, 2014 Global Outlook on Aid, shows that Britain is one of only five members of the DAC to meet the target of

Summary: More than half of members of group of industrial nations reduced aid . But Britain failed to follow suit - thanks to target imposed by Mr Cameron . Its overseas spending is double the average level of other nations in group .


A school district has been ordered to pay $225,000 to three girls who were bullied into sending nude pictures to a boy at their middle school who 'passed them around like baseball cards'. It marks the end of a six-year case, after the teenagers first reported their ordeal to officials at Clatskanie Middle School in Oregon - only to be told to 'suck it up'. Josi Harrison, Laura Lefebvre, and Hailey Walden were all in eighth grade when they claim their high school-age boyfriends lured them into sending nude pictures to their phones. Ordeal: Laura Lefebvre (left) and Josi Harrison (right) are two of three girls who have won a civil claim against their school district for failing to support them after being bullied into sending naked pictures to boyfriends . Traumatic: Hailey Walden, now a straight-A student, left Clatskanie Middle School to escape the harrowing experience after the principal and local police chief said she would be charged for the distribution of photos . After sending one, they were blackmailed into sending more. However, when they sought help from the principal and Clatskanie District police chief, they were told they would be charged with creating and distributing child pornography. On Thursday, two years after filing a civil suit against Clatskanie School District, a judge has ordered that each girl receive $75,000 in damages. All three girls have subsequently moved to new schools. Speaking in December 2013, Hailey Walden told KATU: 'We had grown up with each other and he was always the popular cool guy that everyone wanted to date. I was 13, I didn't know. I thought that if I sent him the picture he would think I'm pretty and love me.' In total, she sent him 30 pictures, which then swept the school. However, her mother Billi Leinonen told the station, principal Jeff Baughman and police chief Marvin Hoover 'chuckled' when they brought the case to them. Hoover, she says, started reading Hailey her Miranda rights and said she would be charged. Though no charges were filed against Hailey, she claims the meeting exacerbated her trauma. On Thursday Clatskanie School District, which encapsulates CMHS, was ordered to pay $225,000 to the girls . Josi Harrison and Laura Lefebvre reported similar conflicts with school officials. Along with Hailey, they filed a $2.5 million federal suit against the district in 2013. The judge ordered a reduced payment on the grounds that the school has taken commendable steps to ensure the situation is not repeated. An attorney for one of the girls, Amber Lunsford, told Oregon Live: 'This suit was never about the money. It was about effecting change.' She added: 'Each of the girls accomplished what they wanted.' Reacting to the settlement on Thursday, Josi told Fox 12 Oregon: 'I feel like it made me have to fight battles I shouldn’t have to fight, especially at such a young age, but I feel it made me stronger.' 'I just hope they realize this does happen to people and that we’re trying to make it known in school districts.'

Summary: Josi Harrison, Laura Lefebvre, and Hailey Walden were 'lured into taking naked pictures for their high school-age boyfriends' in Clatskanie, Oregon . The photos were 'passed around like baseball cards' in 2009 . But school officials told them to 'suck it up' and warned THEY would be charged for 'creating and distributing child pornography' Now, 6 years later, they will each be paid $75,000 damages by the school .


Sick of awkward father-daughter portraits? Well one photographer has found an effective - if a little odd - way of making them more interesting. Japanese photographer Yûki Aoyama's latest series of images capture po-faced teenagers pictured next to their fathers leaping into the air. In each picture the daughter looks directly into the camera smiling while her father pulls a dramatic pose. A series of images by photographer Yûki Aoyama sees fathers leaping into the air next to their daughters . The images are from the 37-year-old's latest book which roughly translates into Daughter and Salary Man. According to the photographer's website the images allow the father who usually has to act serious to express his fun side by being 'a hero jumping the sky, enfold(ing) strong excitement and hope.' Salary man may refer to the choice of clothing in the shoot which sees each dad in a sharply dressed suit. The images see the fathers pull energetic poses despite their age with some of the expressions of the older fathers looking slightly pained. Very little else is known about the pictures or why they have come into existence but they are already drumming up plenty of interest online for their curious nature. The 37-year-old's images are said to be part of a book which roughly translates as Daughter and Salaryman . Each image sees the daughter stood po-faced as their father makes an energetic leap . Some of the older fathers adopt a pained expression as they make their jump . Each photograph sees the daughter wearing casual clothing with her father in a sharp suit . The pictures see the families pose in front of various Japanese landmarks . Very little is known about the set of photos but they are already drumming up plenty of interest online . Some of the jumps are more subtle than others with this father opting for a classic jump . This young girl can't help but giggle at her dad's ambitious leap . This dapper dad adds a peace gesture into his final pose . This father can't help but jump for joy in his portrait .

Summary: A series of photos sees Japanese dads jumping next to their daughters . They are part of a new book by Japanese photographer Yûki Aoyama . The book's title roughly translates as Daughter and Salary Man .


It's crunch time this weekend at the top of the Premier League as second-placed Arsenal host table toppers Chelsea - and it appears one star of the former's team cannot wait for the ever-nearing kick-off. Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil can now countdown the minutes until the 4pm encounter on Sunday with his brand new Apple Watch. The 26-year-old was the beneficiary of the timepiece - which ranges in price from £299 to £13,500 - as he visited an Apple store on Thursday afternoon. Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil (right) took to Instagram to show off his new Apple Watch on Thursday . Ozil compared his watch to TV character Michael Knight in the hit action show Knight Rider . Ozil took to Instagram to share his joy at his latest gift, comparing his gadget to former TV character Michael Knight from the hit action show Knight Rider. Accompanied with the caption: 'Excited about my new cool gadget! It's just like Michael Knight's watch, but a real one #knightrider #phone,' Ozil appears in awe of the device - which will be released on general sale on Friday. The midfielder, who has scored four goals in 25 matches for the Gunners in all competitions this season, is expected to start for Arsene Wenger's side at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. Arsenal trail the Blues by 10 points with six league games remaining - but have been boosted by the return of Jack Wilshere. Wilshere was on the bench in their FA Cup semi-final win over Reading at Wembley on April 18 after five months out through injury. And club legend Ray Parlour believes that the 23-year-old’s fitness record is the one thing holding him back from reaching his undoubted potential in the Arsenal midfield. ‘I think he’s the future of the club,’ said Parlour. ‘I think if he stays fit, he’s a quality player, there’s no doubt about that. Jack Wilshere (centre) was on the bench for Arsenal's FA Cup semi-final against Reading . Ray Parlour, who won three championships with Arsenal, has backed Wilshere to be the future of the club . ‘The way he goes past players, the way he links up with people, I definitely think he’s got a big role to play. ‘But again, the big question mark is can he stay fit? Look at Abou Diaby. Diaby’s a terrific player. But look at him, the injuries the last few years. ‘The big burning question is can Wilshere have a full season without being injured for a long period, like he hasn’t had for the last three or four seasons.’ Wilshere, the England international, is pictured in training for Arsenal at London Colney last week .

Summary: Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil was given an Apple Watch on Thursday . The Apple Watch will be officially released for sale on Friday . Ozil is expected to start for Arsenal in their clash vs Chelsea on Sunday . READ: Arsenal fans call for removal of Emirates Cesc Fabregas flag . READ: Arsenal to wear blue and yellow away strip for FA Cup final .


Manchester United took another step closer to securing a Champions League spot as they thumped rivals Manchester City at Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon. Louis van Gaal's side now sit four points ahead of their neighbours and just one point adrift of Arsenal who currently occupy second place in the division. Here's how Sportsmail rated each player... Manchester United (4-1-4-1) DAVID DE GEA 6.5 – More effective with his feet than his hands, coming out of his box time and again to clear. Will be disappointed to let in Aguero’s second. ANTONIO VALENCIA 6.5 – Kept City’s threat at bay down the right and even switched to the left at one point to stop Aguero setting up an almost certain goal. PHIL JONES 6 – Caught ball watching for the first goal and looked ponderous at times, but also made some crucial interception tackles . David De Gea celebrates during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Manchester City . Phil Jones in action with Jesus Navas during the Manchester derby at Old Trafford on Sunday . CHRIS SMALLING 6.5 – Selected ahead of Marcos Rojo, made up for his needless red card in the Etihad derby earlier this season by scoring United’s fourth . DALEY BLIND 6 – Got forward well and was involved in two of United’s three goals but looked susceptible to the pace of Navas on defence . MICHAEL CARRICK 7 – His calming influence in midfield was so important for United again, and also produced several timely interceptions. Marouane Fellaini helps Manchester United take the lead at Old Trafford as Joe Hart looks on in anguish . JUAN MATA 7.5 – Two goals against Liverpool and now one against City, Mata finally looks as though he is settled as a United player and deserved his standing ovation. ANDER HERRERA 6 – More solid than the eye-catching performances of late, but played his part in maintaining United’s midfield dominance. MAROUANE FELLAINI 7.5 – A familiar story for United’s unlikely hero. City never really got to grips with his awkward presence and took his goal well. Wayne Rooney jumps on top of the Belgian goalkeeper as Manchester United celebrate at Old Trafford . ASHLEY YOUNG 8 – Quick reaction to score United’s first goal and provided the deliveries for another two for Fellaini and Smalling. Young’s remarkable renaissance under Louis van Gaal continues. WAYNE ROONEY 6.5 – Had less impact in a 4-1 win than you might have expected but still played a key role for the team and set up the third for Mata. Subs: Rafael, Rojo (for Jones 75, 6), Di Maria (for Mata 81, 5.5), Falcao (for Fellaini 83, 6), Januzaj, Valdes, McNair. Scorers: Young, Fellaini, Mata, Smalling . Booked: none . Spanish midfielder Juan Mata takes on fellow countryman Jesus Navas at Old Trafford on Sunday . Manchester City (4-4-1-1) JOE HART 5.5 – Will be unhappy that he allowed Fellaini’s header to creep past him at the near post but had little chance with the others. PABLO ZABALETA 5 – Caught out for

Summary: Ashley Young kicked off a Manchester United comeback with his goal . Vincent Kompany endured a torrid time before being subbed at the break . Marouane Fellaini and Juan Mata both scored in Manchester derby win . Sergio Aguero scored twice, but his teammates were not up to his level .


Google has been steadily revealing some of the biggest questions its users have typed into the search engine about 2016 presidential candidates. Many of the questions focused on candidates' ages and heights, according to the website. Google Politics tweeted about former first lady and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's announcement that she is seeking the presidency. 'It's official. @HillaryClinton is running. Here are the Q's people are asking @google about Clinton in the past hour:' Search: One of the biggest questions about Hillary Clinton was about how old she is . Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton poses for a photo with Simpson College student MacKenzie Bills, center, after meeting with Iowa Democratic Party lawmakers at the Statehouse . The most popular question typed into Google during that time period was asking how old Clinton is. The second-most popular was 'Is Hillary Clinton a Democrat?' Clinton is 67 years old and a member of the Democratic Party. Last Monday, Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) announced he is seeking the Oval Office in 2016. That day, Google Politics tweeted what it said were 'Related questions to Rand Paul in the last 24 hours.' Those included 'How tall is Rand Paul?' and 'How old is Rand Paul?' Revealed: Google Politics tweeted last week what it said were 'Related questions to Rand Paul' after he revealed he is seeking the Oval Office in 2016 . Questions about Rand Paul included 'How tall is Rand Paul?' and 'How old is Rand Paul?' Candidate: The top questions on Marco Rubio were 'How old is Marco Rubio?' and 'Where was Marco Rubio born?' He is 43 years old and was born in Florida to Cuban immigrants . Republican Senator from Florida Marco Rubio walks near the Senate chamber, on Capitol Hill in Washington DCon 15 April . Paul is 52 years old. The International Business Times reported in 2013 he is 5'8" tall. Others asked about Paul's father and what type of doctor he is. Paul is an opthalmologist, and his father is the former Republican congressman Ron Paul. Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL), said he is running for president on Monday. That day, Google Politics tweeted that the number one question for Rubio was 'How old is Marco Rubio?' Per The Blaze, some related questions asked about Ted Cruz was 'Where was Ted Cruz born?' and 'How old is Ted Cruz?' Cruz was born in Canada and is 44 years old . Some related questions asked about Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) were 'Where was Ted Cruz born?' and 'How old is Ted Cruz?' The second-most popular question about the senator was 'Where was Marco Rubio born?' Rubio is 43 years old and was born in Florida to Cuban immigrants. The third-most popular question was about Rubio's height. The International Business Times reported in 2013 he is 5'9". Per The Blaze, some related questions asked about Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) was 'Where was Ted Cruz born?' and 'How old is Ted Cruz?' Cruz was born in Canada and is 44 years old. Charts made available on Google Trends show that

Summary: Google has been steadily revealing some of the biggest questions its users have typed into the search engine regarding 2016 presidential candidates . Many of the questions focused on candidates' ages and heights . Others have asked about where candidates are from and their political party affiliations .


The father of a 6-year-old girl whose teeth were so rotten her life was endangered pleaded guilty to reckless endangerment. Kenneth Wanamaker Jr, 37, pleaded guilty on Friday, weeks before a scheduled trial in the Northhampton County, Pennsylvania, case against him after the vast majority of his daughter's teeth were found to be abscessed. A dentist had testified the girl's teeth were in such bad shape they posed a potentially fatal threat to her health. Kenneth Wanamaker Jr, 37, of Northhampton County, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty to reckless endangerment after his daughter's teeth were found to be in a possibly fatal condition (File photo, August 14) A dentist report said that the girl had fourteen abscessed. She had been scheduled for surgery in March but did not have the procedure because her parents did not set up a pre-operation examination . Fourteen of the girl's 20 teeth were either abscessed, and two more needed to be pulled or had severe root and tooth decay, the dentist said, according to the Morning Call. She had been scheduled to have surgery on her teeth in March but did not end up having an procedure because her parents never scheduled a pre-operation examination. Wanamaker also pleaded guilty to false swearing and is eligible for parole. His sentence is two months to a year in prison, but he's been in jail since having his bail revoked in December for failing to enroll in drug treatment and was still behind bars as of Friday afternoon. Defense attorney Mark Freeman said the girl's treatment was put off while the family looked for an affordable way to pay for it. Authorities still are investigating Wanamaker and his partner Jessica Hoffman, 32, in connection to the deaths of Wanamaker's other children. A seven-month-old baby boy Tyler died of pneumonia in 2011, and there were two stillborn deliveries since 2007, one of which was linked to his Hoffman's methamphetamine abuse, prosecutors said. Wanamaker (right) and his partner Jessica Hoffman (left) 32, are also being investigated for the death of their 7-month-old baby boy in 2011. Wanamaker said that he and his partner are raising a happy, well-adjusted family that is involved in activities such as youth car racing . The mother had tested positive for meth in 2013 after arriving at the hospital with one of her still born baby Krystopher's arms already out of the birth canal, the Morning Call reported. She gave birth to another child last year. A district attorney said that he would reach a decision about further prosecutions within several weeks. Wanamaker will also pay a $750 fine to local Division of Children, Youth and Families and complete 15 hours of community service as part of his sentence. Hoffman, 32, was said to have gained back custody of her children after complying with court supervision. The father told WPVI that he and his partner are raising a happy, well-adjusted family that is involved in activities such as youth car racing. Other charges against Wanamaker have been withdrawn. Hoffman's case has been moved to June after she received

Summary: Kenneth Wanamaker Jr, 37, pleaded guilty and received up to year in prison . Father let daughter's teeth fall degenerate into near fatal condition . He and partner also being investigated for death of 7-month-old in 2011 . Wanamaker did not enroll himself in addiction program and mother tested positive for methamphetamine when she was pregnant .


Just days before she is due to wear a big white dress, Kim Sears has been making black her colour of choice. The bride-to-be was spotted cheering on her fiancé Andy Murray yesterday as he battled Novak Djokovic in the men's final at the Miami Open, in an outfit almost identical to two others she wore during the tournament. The 27-year-old wore a short black silk dress with a zip front and a large straw hat to keep her glowing complexion intact for her wedding on April 11. Scroll down for video . Kim Sears wore a somber expression as she saw her husband-to-be Andy Murray lose to Novak Djokovic in yesterday's Men's Final at the Miami Open Crandon Park Tennis Center in Key Biscayne, Florida . High-street loving Kim opted for one of her go-to brands, Whistles for the V-neck, short-sleeved dress, which comes in at £110. Kim accompanied her sophisticated dress with a sombre expression as she witnessed Djokovic beat Andy again, taking home his fifth Miami Open title in Key Biscayne, making her black outfit a fitting choice. However this was not the first time Kim had opted for the dark colour while topping up her wedding tan. On April 3 Kim watched Murray, 27, beat Tomas Berdych of the Czech Republic in their semi-final match in a high necked black mini dress accompanied with her trusty Ray-ban glasses and straw hat. And on 31 March Kim showcased her golden glow and a glowing smile in an ASOS off-the-shoulder dress as she witnessed Andy Murray play against South African Kevin Anderson in their fourth round match. Despite yesterday's defeat Andy and Kim are sure to have their smiles back soon as the will tie the knot at Dunblane Cathedral on April 11 and not, as anticipated, in the tiny chapel at his Cromlix House Hotel, near the Perthshire town where he grew up. The 27-year-old opted for a black mini dress for the third time during the Men's Final of the Miami Open . Kim chose a zip front dress costing £110 from one of her high street favourites Whistles on April 5 . For the 27-year-old’s many fans and friends in the town, it means at least part of the wedding of the year will be a spectator sport, played out on the streets of the community. It is understood local residents and businesses urged the former Wimbledon champion to hold the April 11 service at the cathedral rather than at Cromlix House in nearby Kinbuck – so they too could toast his big day. The 300-seat, 12th century cathedral is much bigger than the chapel at Cromlix, which seats only 28. Thousands are expected to line Dunblane High Street on the day. Murray’s uncle Niall Erskine said: ‘I’m sure it will be a popular decision, as he’s had so much support from the people of Dunblane in the past. Hopefully Kim will cheer up soon as she is due to marry Andy Murray next week on April 11 . Andy Murray was defeated by long-term rival Novak

Summary: Kim Sears watched Novak Djokovic defeat Andy Murray at the Miami Open . Looked serious in a Whistles black mini dress, sunglasses and straw hat . Third time Kim, 27, has worn a black dress at the Miami Open .


All eyes will be on AP McCoy as he bids for a dream end to his career but I have a strong feeling that a horse he could have ridden is going to come back to haunt him. The 19-time champion jockey could have ridden Cause of Causes who, like his mount Shutthefrontdoor, is owned by his boss JP McManus. He has ridden him three times before. While it was ultimately no surprise he chose Shutthefrontdoor, a runner with strong credentials, Cause of Causes also has very good reasons why he should be backed. Cause of Causes at Cheltenham last month . He was second at the 2014 Cheltenham Festival and then landed the four-mile National Hunt Chase at last month’s meeting. That marks him down as a quality performer, and he is ridden by a Grand National winning jockey in Paul Carberry (Bobbyjo, 1999) and trained by a race-winning trainer in Gordon Elliott (Silver Birch, 2007). His four mile Cheltenham win indicates reserves of stamina for the four-and-a-half-mile, 30-fence test which I like to see in my Grand National hopes. Shutthefrontdoor, the 2014 Irish National winner, is also strong on that score. I like last year’s runner-up Balthazar King and 2014 Scottish National winner Al Co, as well as Godsmejudge, second in that race having won it in 2013. For those looking for an each-way punt at more speculative odds, Royale Knight is a horse which has caught my eye. I will be cheering on my two sons. Tom rides Soll, another runner with a serious chance of a light weight, while Michael trains Monbeg Dude, last year’s seventh owned by a trio of rugby players including former England captain Mike Tindall. He could easily nick a place.

Summary: AP McCoy could have ridden Cause of Causes in the Grand National on Saturday . Champion jockey ultimately chose Shutthefrontdoor for big race at Aintree . Royale Knight is worth an each-way punt at more speculative odds .


The Wikipedia official who accused Grant Shapps of doctoring his own online biography was exposed yesterday as a former Liberal Democrat member. The Tory party chairman had been accused this week of using an anonymous user ID to delete embarrassing facts about his past and add unflattering details about his political rivals. But yesterday it emerged that the senior Wikipedia administrator who investigated the allegations - following a tip-off from the left-wing Guardian - was a former Lib-Dem member. Richard Symonds, 29, who goes by the online name 'Chase me ladies, I'm the Cavalry', is one of the UK's top administrators for the website. He once described himself as 'Liberal Democrat to the last'. Scroll down for video . Volunteer: Richard Symonds, who joined the Wikipedia project in 2004, says he was not being political . Mr Symonds decided to block a user called 'Contribsx' on Tuesday after concluding the account was probably operated either by Mr Shapps or under his 'clear direction'. Mr Shapps angrily denied the claims, insisting the story was 'untrue from start to finish'. Mr Symonds' decision was also criticised by other Wikipedia activists, who warned that the site should not be used to 'play politics' and referred the case to an internal arbitration committee. One user wrote: 'I don't know if 'Chase me ladies, I'm the Cavalry' did anything wrong but it's just rather obscure, and doing this during the peak campaign time for the UK 2015 elections as some sort of assignment from a journalist seems odd.' Mr Symonds, from Bow, East London, described himself on Twitter as 'Liberal Democrat (to the last)' before deleting his profile yesterday. He joined other party members who signed a letter to The Guardian in January last year calling for Lord Rennard to have the Lib-Dem whip withdrawn over his refusal to apologise for making unwanted advances to female activists. The internet expert, who has served in the Royal Naval Reserve, has been a Wikipedia volunteer since 2004 and became an administrator for the website in 2007. He is also a paid employee of Wikimedia UK, a charity which promotes the volunteer-written encyclopedia. Furious denials: Grant Shapps yesterday continued to deny he was behind the Wikipedia changes . Among his Facebook friends is Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales, who married Tony Blair's former diary secretary Kate Garvey in 2012. He was once featured in a BBC profile that called him 'one of the UK's top Wikipedians' and reported that he spent up to eight hours a day working on the site. Responding to the criticism yesterday, Mr Symonds insisted he was not a Lib-Dem activist and said he would never let his political views interfere with his Wikipedia work. He added: 'I have never considered myself 'active' in any party, although I have been a lapsed member of the Lib Dems on and off, for probably a year in total since 2010.' Mr Symonds toned down his conclusions about Mr Shapps' possible connections to 'Contribsx', revisions to one of his Wikipedia pages show. At first he claimed the Tory chairman ran

Summary: Official who accused Mr Shapps of doctoring his profile a former Lib Dem . Richard Symonds, 29, is one of the UK's top administrators for Wikipedia . However, he once described himself as a 'Liberal Democrat to the last' He decided to block a user called 'Contribsx' on Tuesday after concluding it was probably operated by Mr Shapps or under his 'clear direction'


An Irish rugby player suffered one of the most gruesome ear injuries you're likely to see while playing for Heriot's Rugby Club against the Barbarians. Injuries are a regular occurrence in rugby but it's doubtful that you're likely to see one quite as sickening as this. Davy McGregor was hurt after being caught by an opponent's hip or shorts - leaving a truly horrifying sight. Davy McGregor suffered the sickening injury to his ear while playing for Heriot's Racing Club . The former Ulster hooker took to Twitter to show off his battle scars but it's not for the feint-hearted. McGregor confirmed to Joe.ie that he was on his way to a plastic surgeon to try and salvage what was left of his ear. The Barbarians won the clash 97-31, which took place to celebrate the 125th anniversary of both sides being formed. The hooker's ear was left hanging off after playing against the Barbarians for their 125th anniversary .

Summary: WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT . Davy McGregor posted the gruesome ear injury on his Twitter page . The Heriot's Racing Club hooker had been playing against the Barbarians .


Sir Nick Faldo will now know for sure whether Rory McIlroy is bulking up too much after appearing to give the world No 1 a squeeze during Monday's practice round at Augusta National. After McIlroy was on the cover of Men's Health magazine and admitted he was 'obsessed with the gym', Faldo, a three-time Masters winner, voiced his concern that the 25-year-old was spending too much time on the weights. Faldo last week told the Daily Telegraph: 'Throwing 200lb and 300lb weights around is not going to be good for your golf swing. The heaviest weight I would ever lift was my body weight. You can play some pretty good golf when you have just got some decent shoulders on you and a strong neck and a strong pair of hands.' Sir Nick Faldo puts a hand on Rory McIlroy's shoulder during Monday's practice round ahead of the Masters . McIlroy and three-time Masters champion Faldo greeted each other with a handshake at Augusta National . McIlroy's fitness programme doesn't seem to be doing him too much harm. He goes into the year's first major as the bookies' favourite and looking to become just the sixth player in history to complete the career grand slam. He shook Faldo's hand on Monday and the Englishman, wearing a green jacket McIlroy would love to have in his collection, gave him a squeeze on the shoulder. As expected, McIlroy drew a huge crowd as patrons piled in to the famous Georgia course and Scottish amateur Bradley Neil had a taste of things to come as he practised with him. The patrons were also keen to get close to McIlroy as Masters week began with the Monday practice . McIlroy, preparing to tee off on the fourth, is bidding to win a fifth major and complete a career grand slam . World No 1 McIlroy made sure he put in a bit of work in the huge bunkers at the Georgia venue . Meanwhile, just 27 per cent of McIlroy's fellow professionals think he will complete the career grand slam by winning the Masters this week. But the good news for the 25-year-old is that he is far more popular than defending champion Bubba Watson, who cannot rely on too much support if he gets into a fight at Augusta National. Those were among the results gleaned by an ESPN.com survey of 103 tour professionals - 21 of whom were major champions - who anonymously answered questions on a wide range of topics. Asked if McIlroy would be wearing a green jacket on Sunday, 28 players said yes, 72 said no and three abstained. McIlroy will have caddie JP Fitzgerald on the bag to help him plot his way round the stunning course . The Northern Irishman had Scottish amateur Bradley Neil for company during Monday's practice . And McIlroy congratulated Neil after he chipped in at the second... save them for Thursday Bradley . Asked which player they would not help in a fight in the car park, Watson got double the number of responses

Summary: Rory McIlroy admitted recently he was 'obsessed with the gym' Sir Nick Faldo warned the world No 1 against bulking up . The pair shook hands at Augusta National during Monday's practice . McIlroy is bidding to complete the career grand slam by winning Masters .


Odds on the second royal baby being called Sam have been slashed, following the success of Sam Waley-Cohen at Aintree, the Duchess' close friend . Prince George's brother or sister could be called Sam - after the jockey that helped the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge rekindle their romance. Bookmakers have slashed odds on the name Sam - which could be used for Samuel or Samantha - being chosen for the name of the second royal baby. It follows the success of part-time jockey and the Duchess of Cambridge's close friend Sam Waley-Cohen at Aintree this weekend. The 33-year-old amateur jockey was once dubbed 'The Royal Matchmaker' after he helped the couple rekindle their romance during their brief split in 2007. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have publicly insisted that even they do not know what sex their second child will be. Ladbrokes confirmed they received a recent flurry of bets following Mr Waley Cohen's high-profile win on Radjhani Express on Friday in Aintree's Crabbies Topham Chase - prompting their odds to tumble from 66/1 to 20/1. David Williams of Ladbrokes said: 'With Sam Waley-Cohen's close links to the Royals it seems punters are putting two and two together and coming up with Sam as their answer for the baby's name.' Simon Clare, from bookmakers Coral, confirmed they too have had no choice but reduce their odds on 'Sam' in recent days because of the popularity of the name. He explained: 'We have slashed his odds from 66/1 to 40/1 . 'Given how close the Duchess of Cambridge is to Sam Waley-Cohen we are also seeing money for Sam or Samuel at 150/1 and Samantha at 200/1 to be their second baby's name.' Scroll down for video . The new prince or princess will be fourth in line to the throne but, unlike Prince George, he or she is not expected to rule as sovereign. The baby will be the Queen's fifth great-grandchild. Alice is still the favourite at 3/1 followed closely by Elizabeth and Charlotte at 5/1 and 6/1 respectively, according to Ladbrokes on Sunday afternoon. At the moment odds have been slashed for female names, because of widespread speculation that the Duchess of Cambridge will give birth to a sister for Prince George. The Duchess of Cambridge is expected to give birth later this month, with a rumoured due date of April 25 . Mr Waley-Cohen, pictured in 2014, rode to success at Aintree on Friday and in the Grand National . Mr Waley-Cohen, who has been a close confidante of the Duchess of Cambridge for years, rode Oscar Time to 15th place in yesterday's Grand National. In 2011 he was invited to the couple's Westminster Abbey wedding. And in 2012 Mr Waley-Cohen- whose relatives include Shell Oil founder, the 3rd Viscount Bearsted - made the Duchess guest of honour at his nuptials to party-organiser Bella Ballin. Mr Waley-Cohen, a part-time jump-jockey and healthcare businessman, won the Cheltenham Gold Cup in 2010 on 'Long Run' The royal baby is expected to arrive later this month. There is speculation the

Summary: The royal baby could be called Sam, after Duchess of Cambridge's friend . Sam Waley-Cohen, who rode in the Grand National, is a close confidant of the Duchess and helped the Cambridges rekindle their romance in 2007 . Odds on the royal baby being named Sam have been slashed from 66/1 to 20/1 since Waley-Cohen appeared at Aintree and won race on Friday . Royal couple have insisted they do not know the sex of their second child .


West Ham are showing interest in Crystal Palace midfielder James McArthur. The Scotland international only joined Palace last summer in a deal worth £7million from Wigan Athletic. West Ham are showing interest in James McArthur - with the club impressed by his Crystal Palace displays . However, West Ham have been impressed by his workmanlike performances. They want extra legs in their midfield and have concerns over whether they will sign Alex Song on a permanent basis from Barcelona as Inter Milan are also keen. McArthur has formed a solid partnership with Mile Jedinak in Palace's midfield which has helped allow their attacking players to flourish in recent weeks. The 27-year-old has scored twice in 27 Premier League appearances for the Eagles this season as they currently sit 11th in the table. The 27-year-old (centre) has scored made 27 Premier League appearances for the Eagles this season .

Summary: James McArthur joined Crystal Palace for £7m from Wigan last summer . West Ham have been impressed by his performances in midfield for Palace . Hammers have concerns whether they'll sign Alex Song permanently .


Straight after Easter on planet football comes squeaky bum time, but the only squeaking at Chelsea came from Jose Mourinho, trying to contain his mirth when told West Ham had the most positive tactics in England. Mourinho was having no truck with the Barclays Premier League's Fair Play table, which lauded the Hammers for their attacking style and frowned upon Chelsea's lack of respect. He dismissed it as a joke. He was relaxed ahead of a visit from Manchester United. He even offered support to Manuel Pellegrini, claiming the Manchester City boss had been treated like a 'criminal' after losing six of eight games. Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has spoken out in defence of under pressure colleague Manuel Pellegrini . Pellegrini has overseen a poor run of form at Manchester City, losing six of their last eight games . Manchester City forward Sergio Aguero (left) tussles for the ball with Manchester United's Marcos Rojo . United defender Chris Smalling scores his side's fourth goal as they beat City 4-2 at Old Trafford last week . Pellegrini poses with Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany (left) after winning the league last season . No love is lost between Mourinho and Pellegrini, but the Chelsea manager said: 'I'm surprised a team that won two titles in three years and are still champions can be brought to hell. 'It looks like they don't deserve respect, that they are bad players, that the manager is a bad manager, that they are a disaster. But they are the champions. 'You want lots of teams fighting for the title. 'So how can you be so negative with a team that's won two titles in three years? Some managers cannot win and life goes on, but the guys at Man City... it looks like they're criminals.' Victory on Saturday will extend Chelsea's lead over United to 11 points and inch Mourinho closer to his first Premier League title since 2006, having led from the start. 'We are boring, top of the league since day one,' said the Portuguese. 'Everyone would love the Premier League to be like the Championship, with four teams separated by a couple of points. 'I know this would be the ideal scenario, but since day one we are there. We are trying not to allow that to happen. We have big determination to be champions.' As for the Fair Play table, well, he couldn't care less. It is compiled using data from Premier League delegates who mark teams in six categories. The conduct of Chelsea's players towards match officials is rated the worst in the league and only Sunderland score worse when it comes to the behaviour of staff. 'I'm not surprised,' chuckled Mourinho. 'These delegates are the same delegates who do the evaluation of the referees' performances and I read them every week. 'I think it depends on the food and drink. We have to change the catering because we have the best and many times they don't see the games. Next season, bread and water.' Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic (centre) in action during a

Summary: Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has spoken in defence of Manuel Pellegrini . The under-fire Manchester City manager has overseen a poor run of form . Pellegrini won the league title in his first season but is struggling now . Mourinho believes that some criticism towards Pellegrini is overblown .


For the first time since in 100 years, Arsenal will not start the season at the summit of England's top-flight, following the effective promotion of Bournemouth on Monday. The Cherries official name is AFC Bournemouth, meaning their name would start ahead of Arsenal's by virtue of the alphabet when the embryonic table is compiled upon the announcement of next season's fixtures. The Goldsands Stadium, home of AFC Bournemouth, will host Premier League football next season . Bournemouth's promotion means Arsenal will start season in second place for the first time in 100 years . Arsenal have theoretically started each season since 1915/16 at the summit of England's top tier, although the advent of the First World War meant it was only in 1919 that the club officially began their century-old record. The Gunners only finished fifth in the last pre-war competitive season, but they were nevertheless elected to rejoin the First Division after the First World War in 1919–20, at the expense of local rivals Tottenham. After Eddie Howe guided Bournemouth to within touching distance of the Promised Land on Monday with victory over Bolton, only a highly improbable goal-swing would deny them automatic promotion. As a result, Arsenal will begin next season second in the Premier League before a ball is kicked, behind the south coast club by a full 12 letters. Eddie Howe has remarkably guided Bournemouth to within touching distance of the Promised Land .

Summary: Arsenal knocked off top spot for the first time since post-war era . Gunners were promoted from the Second Division in the 1914/15 season . AFC Bournemouth will usurp them in alphabetical order at start of 2015/16 . Bournemouth effectively secured promotion to Premier League on Monday .


Furious Blackpool supporters pelted the directors' box and main reception area at Bloomfield Road with a flare, a smoke bomb, fireworks and eggs before their game with Reading. The bottom-of-the-table Seasiders' relegation to League One was sealed by Rotherham's victory over Brighton on Monday, a result that condemned them to the third tier with six games of their season still to spare, and supporters vented their frustration prior to Tuesday's game. Chairman Karl Oyston was the target of their criticism as supporters congregated in front of the West Stand at 7pm to demonstrate against their owner before the directors' box windows were targeted with eggs. VIDEO Scroll down to watch a flare being thrown at Blackpool's club reception . Blackpool fans gathered outside Bloomfield Road to protest against the Oyston family . Blackpool's main reception at Bloomfield Road was pelted with eggs before their game with Reading . The Seasiders' loyal support are sick of a lack of investment in their club . The Blackpool Gazette were scathing in their assessment of the club's relegation to the third tier . A fan walks out of a Fish and Chips shop, next to a shop selling t-shirts and banners supporting protests . Disgruntled fans chanted 'Oyston out' and 'we're relegated because of your greed' before a flare, a smoke bomb and fireworks were thrown into the cordoned-off area in front of the main entrance. Stewards and police were present but the protests did not spill over into violence. Blackpool went on to earn a point after a 1-1 draw but manager Lee Clark admitted the club face a challenge to win back their stay-away fans. Some of those fans did not even enter the ground and missed a contest short on incident, with Grant Hall's own goal 20 seconds after the restart earning the Royals a point following Jamie O'Hara's opening goal for the hosts from the penalty spot. Clark acknowledged that a 'horrendous season' had contributed to the swathes of empty seats at recent home matches but is hopeful of winning back those disillusioned fans by rebuilding his squad over the summer. 'We're down a level and that's going to be hard,' he said of getting fans back through the turnstiles at Bloomfield Road. 'We've obviously had a horrendous season to put up with, but if we do it right with our recruitment process over the summer, we do things in the right way and get the right type of players in - then they can come and watch us over the pre-season and see a new group of players that they can get excited about that we can get them back on to the seats. 'The only way we can do that is by getting a group together that's going to give us a fighting chance to get back up and we hit the ground running at the start of the season.' Broken eggs lie on the ground outside Bloomfield Road after a protest from Blackpool fans . Blackpool owner Owen Oyston watches on with a tartan blanket for company in

Summary: Blackpool were relegated from the Championship on Monday . Their supporters threw objects at the stadium in protest at their chairman . Karl Oyston is a divisive character on the Fylde Coast .


Ex pop star: Rev Richard coles (pictured) rose to fame as half of the band The Communards . When a high-profile vicar yesterday attacked the Tory plans to sell housing association homes as a ‘right to steal’, it might have sounded like a stern ticking off from the pulpit. But this was the Rev Richard Coles – who sits on the board of Wellingborough Homes, a housing association in Northamptonshire – and he is no ordinary churchman. Known to many for presenting Radio 4’s gentle human interest show Saturday Live, he is the supposed inspiration for the hero of the BBC church sitcom Rev. And while he might now feel free to attack others for seeking the right to buy their own home, he not so long ago felt he had the right to do whatever he chose himself, regardless of the law or anyone else’s feelings. For Coles raised eyebrows by last year publishing a frank memoir which detailed not only his rise to fame as half of the famously gay 1980s pop band The Communards, alongside singer Jimmy Somerville, but also his enthusiasm for ‘dogging’ – having sex with strangers in the open air – and for taking drugs including cocaine, ecstasy and amphetamines. He also confessed that he falsely told his friends that he was HIV positive, to generate attention and sympathy, and kept up the unpleasant pretence for five years. Coles, 52, is now a regular on TV and radio, but on Sundays he performs at his 14th century parish church, St Mary the Virgin, in Finedon, Northamptonshire. He lives nearby in a ‘rather lovely’ grace and favour vicarage provided by the Church of England. Last October he warned his parishioners to ‘brace themselves’ for the publication of his biography Fathomless Riches, and said shortly after: ‘I hadn’t realised quite how eventful my life had been until I sat down to write about it. The truth is, country parsons often have a more vivid past than you might think.’ Born in Northamptonshire to shoemaker parents, Coles was sent to public school and it was while he was a chorister there that he realised he was gay. Coles, 52, is now a regular on TV and radio, but on Sundays he performs at his 14th century parish church, St Mary the Virgin, in Finedon, Northamptonshire . Within a few years he had taken a drug overdose, saying that in the 1970s being gay ‘was like being a paedophile now – it was a life which seemed to offer only disgrace’. He moved to London, however, met Somerville, and they formed The Communards. Their song Don’t Leave Me This Way went to number one and was the best-selling single of 1986. Money poured in. But Coles remained unhappy, jealous of Somerville’s fame and feeling geeky himself. He took large quantities of drugs, apparently spending a whole year in Ibiza on speed and ecstasy, and taking LSD. He believes the ecstasy was sometimes laced with heroin. He eventually conquered his shyness with other men when he discovered a lay-by where he

Summary: Rev Coles sits on the board of Wellingborough Homes housing association . Vicar is known for presenting Radio 4's human interest show Saturday live . Attacked Tory plans to sell housing association homes as a 'right to steal' Confessed in memoir last year that he had taken drugs including cocaine, ecstasy and amphetamines .


Andre Blackman hides his face outside Hammersmith Magistrates Court . A former Celtic star tried to dodge performing unpaid work for shoplifting from Harrods - after claiming it would disrupt his search for a new club. Andre Blackman, 24, who now plays for doomed Championship side Blackpool FC, stole a jacket worth more than £1,000 from the world famous store in Knightsbridge. Blackman, who has been told he is ‘surplus to requirements’ by Tangerines boss Lee Clark, described the offence as a ‘moment of madness.’ He was ordered to carry out 40 hours of unpaid work after Hammersmith Magistrates’ Court was told he fled from the shop with the £1,225 jacket. He was arrested shortly afterwards and the jacket was recovered. Blackman told Deputy District Judge Samantha Mace: ‘It was just a moment of madness. It was not something that I intended to do, or something I do regularly. ‘I’m just absolutely speechless.’ Blackman told the judge his attempts to find a new club might be hindered if he was forced to carry out community work. He said the travelling to different clubs would be the biggest problem. Explaining his situation, he said: ‘I have got my current agent looking around on my behalf and there have been a few clubs that might be interested. ‘And because we are closer to the end of the season they are just waiting to see whether they are going down or staying up.’ ‘Once I do work for a club I would have to come back to the court and say that something has come up.’ Judge Mace told Blackman, who temporarily resides in a hotel in Blackpool using the £125 living allowance he receives from the club, that he would be more than capable of carrying out unpaid work before the new season begins. Blackman has already played for 11 clubs in his short career. Blackpool defender Blackman has played just three Championship games for the Tangerines this season . Blackman has been told by Blackpool boss Lee Clark that he is surplus to requirements at Bloomfield Road . He played for Arsenal’s academy between 2001-06, and Tottenham Hotspur’s between 2006-07. Blackman signed his first professional contract with Bristol City in 2009, making his debut in a League Cup match against Brentford in August 2009, before playing for AFC Wimbledon, Celtic, Inverness Caledonian Thistle, Plymouth Argyle, Dover, Maidenhead, and most recently Blackpool. He was awarded ‘Tackle of the Year’ at Celtic when he accidentally collided with manager Neil Lennon during a match, sending him crashing into the turf . Judge Mace told Blackman his offending was at the ‘lower end’ of the spectrum, and that 40 hours of unpaid work could be completed before September. She added that if the order really hinders him from finding a new club then he can apply to the court to be sentenced in another way. Judge Mace said ‘Because you haven’t been signed by a club just yet, you should be able to complete the hours before the new season, and if you really really can’t do

Summary: Andre Blackman fled from Harrods after stealing jacket from store . The 24-year-old has been told he is surplus to requirements at Blackpool . Blackman said the incident was 'just a moment of madness' The defender played for both Arsenal and Tottenham during youth career .


With a mother as glamorous and as make-up savvy as Kim Kardashian, it's no surprise that her one-year-old daughter North West is already developing an obsession with beauty products - and shoes. The 34-year-old mom, who married rapper Kanye West in May last year, spoke with Elle.com about her daughter's budding independence and style preferences while sharing her approach to being a businesswoman, mother, wife and dressing her post-baby body. '[North] is obsessed with make-up and watching me get ready and getting ready herself,' Kim told the website. 'She just loves the process. She could not be more ultimately girly-girl.' Scroll down for video . Mini-me: Kim Kardashian and her 22-month-old daughter North West wear matching back while sightseeing in Armenia last week . The mother-of-one noted that after she gives North, who will turn two in June, a bath her adorable daughter always asks for her 'purse' because she really wants to grab her mom's make-up bag, which is inside. Kim said that if she turns around for a second, North will have her lipstick 'all over her face', so she had to give her a 'little make-up bag' of her own. Not surprisingly, the reality TV star, who often matches North's outfits to her own, admitted that she likes it when kid's wear 'mini-me styles' and she loves 'seeing kids in black'. While Kim insisted that North 'gravitates towards really simple things' when it comes to clothing, she noted that her little girl 'loves accessories'. Hot mommy: The 34-year-old, pictured in a figure-hugging nude skirt, said she thinks she dresses sexier now that is a mother . Family time: Kim can be seen holding North's hand while she and Kanye tour Armenia . Stellar style: North wore a black fringed dress, black combat boots and an olive green jacket while out with her parents . According to Kim, the toddler always requests a pair of shoes to wear first thing in the morning. She added that North 'just discovered backpacks so she loves to put them on'. In fact, North loves luggage in general. The precious tot, who has been photographed lugging a small Frozen-themed suitcase through the airport, always tries to take her mom's luggage. 'We got the Frozen suitcase so she has to carry it everywhere,' she explained. 'It took us about 30 minutes longer to get through the airport because she had to carry her suitcase herself.’ She noted that North didn't want to be picked up, adding: 'She's very independent . Holiday spirit: North donned a flower and a white ensemble that matched her mother's dress when the Kardashian family went to church on Easter . Matching looks: Kim and North donned neutral coats during a trip to the airport . Kim believes that her daughter's independence may have to do with the fact she was adamant about North sleeping in her own room - and now that's where she prefers to be. 'She kind of likes to be in her own room and that has allowed [Kanye and I] to have our time together,' she

Summary: The 34-year-old also revealed that she spends five to ten percent of her day away from her daughter so she can workout and be alone with her husband . Kim gave birth to North on June 15, 2013 .


A father whose 20-year-old daughter was found murdered in Iowa last year made a desperate plea from China for U.S. authorities to do more in tracking down her killer, six months after the girl's body was discovered. And police in Iowa seem to have now answered it, by issuing a warrant for the girl's boyfriend, according to reports. Tong Shao, a chemical engineering student at Iowa State University, went missing in September 2014. After a three week search, police found her body stuffed in the trunk of her Toyota Camry in Iowa City. Shao's boyfriend, Xiangnan Li, 23, was listed as a person of interest in the case and is believed to have been the last person to see her alive, however he bought a one-way ticket to China in the days after his girlfriend went missing and has disappeared, CNN reported. Wanted for murder: An arrest warrant has reportedly been issued for , Xiangnan Li, 23 (right), the boyfriend of Tong Shaom 20 (left), a University of Iowa student found murdered in September after going missing . Li had transferred to Iowa from Rochester Institute of Technology to be closer to Tong. The two had meet studying English in Beijing in 2011. They had checked into a hotel room together on September 5, 2014. The pair had stayed at the same hotel three times before and the owner knew them. According to police records obtained by CNN, two days earlier Tong had accidentally called Li - or 'pocket dialed' him - and he stayed on the line for 30 minutes, overhearing a conversation. Tong was complaining about Li to a friend and said things that 'were not nice', the records noted. The owner of the hotel told investigators Li left the hotel either on the night of September 6 or the morning of September 7, which he said was unusual, because he usually had to tell the couple to leave after the checkout time of 11am. Li boarded a plane to China in Cedar Rapids, with a stopover in Chicago, on September 8. He landed September 10. Before Li left Iowa, a text from his phone was sent to one of Tong's roommates. 'This message was purportedly from (Tong) and read that Li had an emergency in China and was flying back there, that she was going to take a bus to Minnesota to visit friends, and she would return in about a week,' the police documents stated. On September 9, Karen Yang, a friend of Li's sent him a message asking how things were going with Tong. 'Fine for now,' he replied. Killed: Tong Shao, 20, was found dead in her Toyota Camry on September 26 at an apartment complex in southeast Iowa City. Police believe she had been in the car for three weeks . Disappeared: Police say Li boarded a plane to China in Cedar Rapids, with a stopover in Chicago, on September 8, less than two days after his girlfriend was last seen alive . Tong's roommate, Jean, filed a missing person report on September 18, when

Summary: Tong Shao, 20, was an international student from China attending Iowa State University . Her body was found in the trunk of her car in Iowa City on September 26 . Police believe it had been for three weeks . She died of blunt force trauma and asphyxiation . Her boyfriend, Xiangnan Li, 23, was the last to see her, but flew to China on September 8, before Shao was officially missing . According to Tong's father, an arrest warrant has now been issued . However Li has disappeared .


Royal Bank of Scotland has racked up £50billion in losses since it was bailed out by taxpayers and warned last night that it faces another ‘tough year’. The state-backed giant reached the milestone yesterday as it lurched to a £446million loss for the first three months of the year. It comes after RBS was forced to put aside £856million to cover lawsuits and fines still being decided, including an extra £334million for its part in rigging the foreign exchange market with other banks. Down: RBS reposted a £446million loss in the first three months of the year . In addition to fines in the US, the latest bill includes provision for compensating customers mis-sold payment protection insurance and fee-paying packaged accounts in the UK. RBS was also hit with a £453million restructuring charge, mainly due to a slump in the value of premises in the US. The loss is a blow to taxpayers, who own 80 per cent of the bank, and comes at an awkward time for Chancellor George Osborne, six days before the General Election. A return to profit for both RBS and state-backed Lloyds would have boosted his claims to have fixed the banks bailed out by taxpayers under the Labour government in 2008. Lloyds has returned to profit and is gradually being sold off to the private sector, but the losses at RBS suggest taxpayers are a long way from recouping some of the £46billion bailout that saved the bank from collapse during the financial crisis. Disgraced former RBS boss Fred Goodwin (pictured) was among those courted by former prime minister Tony Blair. Mr Goodwin was knighted for ‘services to banking’ in 2004 but was stripped of his title in 2012 . Chief executive Ross McEwan said: ‘This is going to be another tough year. There are still many conduct and litigation hurdles looming on the horizon. We look forward to the day we can focus entirely on the future rather than dealing with legacy issues.’ The latest news wiped more than £700million off the value of RBS as shares fell more than 3 per cent to 338.5p. The Tories have blamed the last Labour government for failing to keep the banks in check during its 13 years in power. The disgraced former boss of RBS, Fred Goodwin, was among those courted by former prime ministers Tony Blair and Gordon Brown. Mr Goodwin – nicknamed Fred the Shred for his ruthless cost-cutting – was even knighted for ‘services to banking’ in 2004. He was stripped of his title in 2012. Jonathan Isaby, of the TaxPayers’ Alliance, said: ‘These losses are enormous and will unnerve taxpayers desperate to get rid of the liabilities for the troubled bank. ‘It’s clear that the banks were badly regulated and took extremely risky decisions that left taxpayers with extraordinary burdens, so it remains crucial that RBS gets back in the black as soon as is practically possible.’

Summary: RBS has racked up £50billion in losses since it was bailed out by taxpayers . State-back giant warned that it faces 'another tough year' to come . Lurched to a £446million loss for the first three months of the year .


The boat that sank in the Mediterranean killing 400 migrants capsized when desperate passengers surged to one side because they thought they were about to be rescued, it emerged yesterday. Survivors said the two-deck vessel ‘flipped’ after a commercial ship was spotted and men on the deck ran to one side, the sudden movement and weight pitching them into the sea. Hundreds of terrified women and children sheltering from the cold in the hull were trapped and died as water surged in and the boat turned upside down. Saved: Dozens of migrants are brought ashore at Corigliano harbor in Italy after they were rescued from a shipwreck which killed 400 others . The trauma of their ordeal is clear to see as the African migrants wait to be assess by medics after disembarking from their coastguard vessel . Survivors told charity workers that as many as 400 others perished and Italian coastguards said today that no more had been found alive . The commercial ship was unaware of the unfolding disaster and went on its journey, leaving men, women and children in the water before an Italian naval vessel arrived at the site some 80 miles south of the island of Lampedusa. Dazed, scared and exhausted survivors, including several children, were taken to Lampedusa and ports in Sicily, Calabria and Tunisia. Two babies on the harbour side were wrapped in blankets – one in a makeshift cot – and carried in the arms of aid workers. As searches continued for survivors yesterday, Federico Fossi, a UN refugee agency spokesman in Italy, said 145 people had been rescued, all from sub-Saharan countries, and nine bodies had been recovered. Joel Millman, from the International Organization for Migration (IOM), said: ‘According to testimonies, at least one-third of the passengers were women and children. At the time of the shipwreck, they were staying in the hull of the boat to be better protected from the cold. ‘When the men on the deck became restless and started moving about because a rescue boat was beginning to approach them, the boat capsized and water flooded the hull. Women and children died immediately.’ The death toll is the largest in the region since October 2013 and came as 42 boats, coming mainly from Libya and North Africa and carrying 5,110 migrants – including 317 unaccompanied children – were rescued in just 48 hours trying to make the hazardous crossing to Europe. Perilous journey: In a tragic twist, the boat appears to have overturned because of the excitement caused by the sighting of rescuers . Lucky few: Coastguard spokesman Filippo Marini said they had not found any more 'survivors or anything else to indicate more victims' Shell-shocked: A man is escorted by an Italian Financial police from the tanker Maria Bottiglieri at the port of Corigliano Calabro . As the survivors were brought ashore, Amnesty International accused the EU for scrapping rescue operations in the Mediterranean . Health checks: Rescued men, women and children are processed after arriving at the southern Italian port of Corigliano in Italy . The disaster

Summary: Overloaded ship capsized off the Libyan coast on the treacherous journey across the Mediterranean on Sunday . Around 150 were brought to Italy after being rescued – but survivors said at least 400 other migrants had died . Amnesty International accuses EU of 'clearly threatening thousands of lives' after scrapping rescue operations .


Every police force in England and Wales will be required to record anti-Muslim hate crimes and treat them as seriously as anti-Semitic attacks if the Tories win the next General Election, Theresa May has announced. In a move hailed by Islamic groups, Mrs May said that police will have to record Islamophobic attacks as a separate category, just as anti-Semitic crimes are recorded separately. At present some forces, including London’s Metropolitan Police, do record Islamophobic crimes as such. Other forces categorise them as hate crimes or specific offences such as assault or grievous bodily harm. Scroll down for video . Pledge: Home Secretary Theresa May said police will have to record Islamophobic attacks as a separate category . The new requirement will create the first accurate picture of the extent of Islamophobic hate crimes in Britain. Charities say there has been a steady rise of anti-Muslim hate crimes since 9/11. But after incidents such as the murder of Drummer Lee Rigby outside Woolwich barracks in 2013 and the Charlie Hebdo attacks in January, there are spikes in incidents in the UK, say experts. Mrs May made her pledge in a speech on counter-extremism to the Foundation for Peace in London just before Parliament was dissolved. She told the conference: ‘We will require police forces to record anti-Muslim crimes as well as anti-Semitic crimes.’ On the same day, Mrs May answered a question from Labour MP Kate Green in Parliament, who asked what steps the Government was taking to record anti-Muslim hate crimes. Mrs May said: ‘A Conservative government would require the police to be recording Muslim hate crime, anti-Muslim incidents, as well as anti-Semitic incidents.’ The Home Office does not publish national statistics for Islamophobic offences. The move by Mrs May, pictured here with Prime Minister David Cameron, has been hailed by Islamic groups . But in 2013-14, police recorded 44,480 hate crimes, an increase of five per cent over the same period the previous year across England and Wales. The vast majority – 37,484 – were race-hate crimes. Tell Mama, a Government-backed Islamic group, said that more than half of all the victims (54 per cent) of Islamophobic incidents are women, perhaps because they ‘appear more Islamic’, wearing the burka or headscarf. Tell Mama figures show that in the ten months after the Lee Rigby attack, a total of 734 incidents were reported to the organisation – an increase of 20 per cent on the same period the previous year. The most serious incident is believed to be the frenzied knife attack on Saudi Arabian student Nahid Almanea, 31, in Colchester, Essex, in June last year. Detectives believe she was attacked because she was wearing Islamic clothes. So far no one has been arrested for the murder. Mohammed Amin, a patron of Tell Mama, said of Mrs May’s speech: ‘This is a positive step forward.’ The Muslim Council of Britain has also welcomed the proposal. Iqbal Sacranie, the group’s former Secretary-General, said: ‘This change will bring parity between Muslim and Jewish groups.’

Summary: All police would record anti-Muslim hate crimes if Tories win the Election . Islamophobic attacks would be separate category, like anti-Semitic crimes . At present some police forces, including Met, record these crimes as such . Would create accurate picture of the extent of these hate crimes in Britain .


Don't expect to snag a £1,000 nosebleed ticket - or any other ticket - at the box office for the fight between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao. Just two weeks before the bout, tickets for the most anticipated fight in recent times have yet to go on public sale, with the two camps and the MGM Grand locked in a stand-off over allotments. When they are finally put on sale, only a few will be sold at the listed price. The impasse has left fans in the dark, and ticket brokers perplexed. Floyd Mayweather performs at a media workout with his uncle Roger on the pads in Las Vegas . Manny Pacquiao was in good spirits as he showed off his skills for the fans earlier this week . 'It's bizarre, normally there's a public sale 10 weeks before the fight,' said Connor Gregoire, an analyst for Seatgeek.com. 'To our knowledge no one has a printed ticket in their hands right now.' Mayweather's promoter, Leonard Ellerbe, said Tuesday that tickets would go on sale this week for the May 2 fight, but MGM officials have been tight-lipped about their availability. The hotel issued a statement Friday saying there would be a 'limited number of tickets available for sale' and that it is working with promoters to finalize a date for their release. The fight was always going to be a tough ticket, with announced prices of £1,000 to £5,000 in the 16,500-seat Grand Garden arena. But those prices have already tripled in the resale market even before tickets are available, and the two camps and the MGM have been bickering over how many seats - and at what price level - each party gets. Pacquiao's manager, Michael Koncz, blamed the Mayweather camp for holding up the ticket sales, saying they have refused to sign a term sheet negotiated months earlier that specified the allotments. 'It's a real mess right now,' Koncz said. 'I can only surmise the motivation is greed and an attempt to manipulate the tickets, otherwise why the holdup? I'm more than a little upset they're not for sale to the public.' Millions of dollars are at stake in the dispute, because after the MGM takes its share each camp gets a certain percentage of tickets and is able to resell them with ticket brokers for higher prices. The estimated gate for the tickets if they are sold at retail prices is already a staggering £48million, far surpassing the previous gate record of £13.3million for Mayweather's 2013 fight with Canelo Alvarez. Pacquiao used Instagram to show his fans a photo of his ripped body as he continues his preparation . Promoter Bob Arum said he has heard of people cancelling their reservations to Las Vegas because they're afraid they can't get tickets. 'This is not acceptable,' said Arum, who promotes Pacquiao. 'This is a worldwide event that the city of Las Vegas is involved in. It's one of the craziest things I've ever seen.' Gregoire said the fight is one of Seatgeek's most searched events, but that only a few

Summary: Fans are in the dark ahead of Floyd Mayweather v Manny Pacquiao fight . Tickets for the most anticipated fight in years have yet to go on sale . When they are finally put on sale, only a few will be sold at the listed price . Prices have tripled in the re-sale market despite tickets not being released .


It is a superfood with numerous health benefits, but our enthusiasm for almond milk is causing a storm in the US. Almond growers in California are at the centre of a row over water usage during one of the worst droughts in decades. The state, which supplies more than three-quarters of the world's $4.93billion(£3.3bn) almond market, is in its fourth year of drought. Scroll down for videos . Dry days: Homes with swimming pools are seen in the Palm Springs area, California, as the state enters its fourth year of severe drought . This has also seen local residents attack the bottled water industry, after it was revealed that several companies have been 'taking advantage of poor government oversight to deplete mountain streams and watersheds,' The Guardian reports. A campaign singles out Nestle as the main villain, after an investigation by a local newspaper found that the company has been sourcing water from some of the driest areas in the state using expired permits. An online petition demanding that the company seizes production of bottled water in California with immediate effect has garnered more than 150,000 signatures. Despite the ongoing drought, almond growers, who require a gallon of water to produce a single nut, are still planting trees. The industry's growth is being driven by the public's clamour for a food with benefits for the heart, the bones and metabolism. Still going: Almond growers in California are at the centre of a row over water usage during one of the worst droughts in decades . Almonds are high in potassium, calcium, vitamin E and magnesium, and are thought to reduce cholesterol and decrease hunger without leading to weight gain . A gardener works on a golf course in La Quinta, California, as residents campaign against the bottled drinks industry and almond growers in a bid to stop the drought . Almonds are high in potassium, calcium, vitamin E and magnesium, and are thought to reduce cholesterol and decrease hunger without leading to weight gain. Unlike cows' milk, almond milk – which is made from ground nuts and water – has no cholesterol or lactose, and being a plant food, it is often consumed by vegans, vegetarians, and others forgoing dairy. David Cameron is said to be a fan, and Sainsbury's reported a 181 per cent sales increase in the milk last year. But in California, there is growing anger that while most people are facing water rations, the almond industry has been left to expand its orchards and guzzle all the water it wants. Tom Stokely, of the California Water Impact Network, told the Sunday Telegraph: 'There has been a huge expansion of almonds. As we speak, there are yet more almond orchards being planted. In many cases the farmers are planting them in areas of low water supply so groundwater is being over-drafted. 'They're doing it because there are such huge profits. Now they're asking the rest of us to give up our water so they can stay in business.' Unlike cows' milk, almond milk – which is made from ground

Summary: California supplies more than three-quarters of world's almond market . But the state is now in its fourth year of drought and there is growing anger . Growers - who need a gallon of water to make a nut - are still planting trees . Anger that the almond industry has been left to expand its orchards .


Stan Collymore, talkSPORT lead football pundit who revels in laying down the law on the radio, astonished reporters with his behaviour during Aston Villa’s 3-3 Premier League draw with QPR on Tuesday night. Collymore, despite sitting in the Villa Park press box where media impartiality is taken for granted, was jumping up and down during the game like the most fanatical Villa fan, celebrating the goals with the home supporters. He even greeted QPR’s Joey Barton falling down to win a free-kick by clearly shouting at him: ‘You f****** rat.’ talkSport pundit Stan Collymore was in full fan mode as he celebrated Villa's 3-3 draw with QPR . The former Villa striker let loose with his wild, and sometimes expletive laden, comments from the press box . Villa fan Collymore believed such actions in the supposed neutral sanctuary of the press box were permissible as he wasn’t working for talkSPORT during the match. He tweeted: ‘With respect, on nights I go as a fan . . . I’m not being paid to do anything other than be a fan.’ And talkSPORT would not comment as they said Collymore wasn’t on duty, with reporter Nigel Pearson giving his rather more impartial verdict for the station. However Collymore did an interview with Adrian Durham and Darren Gough on talkSPORT before the match. Collymore called Joey Barton a 'f*****g rat' after he fell down to win a free-kick for QPR during the game . Jason Gillespie, Yorkshire’s highly-rated championship-winning coach also in charge of Big Bash team Adelaide Strikers, is hardly your archetypal red-meat-eating Aussie fast bowler. Gillespie, who would be first choice for England as well if Peter Moores fails in the West Indies, is preparing for new season by becoming a vegan. Meanwhile Lancashire’s supporters’ action group are questioning the value of having Sky Sports commentator Paul Allott on the club board after Peter Siddle, Lancashire’s overseas signing, was selected for Australia’s tours of the West Indies and England, ruling him out of any county involvement. Yorkshire's championship winning coach Jason Gillespie is preparing for the season with a new diet . Bookmakers Paddy Power, rabid publicists guaranteed to offend, have a new stunt showing Ruby Walsh supposedly preparing for the Grand National by jumping his horse over a speeding car. The YouTube video is plainly mocked up but, with sensitivities around animal welfare, it was crass of Walsh, jump racing’s pre-eminent jockey after AP McCoy’s forthcoming retirement, to involve himself in such a provocative spoof — even if he is a Paddy Power ambassador. Ruby Walsh and horse clear a car, claimed to be travelling at 40mph, as part of the Grand National countdown . The split between FA chairman Greg Dyke and vice-chairman David Gill over homegrown players became very apparent during Wednesday's FA council meeting. After Dyke gave his well-received presentation, Manchester United director Gill, with his Premier League hat on, told council that Dyke should have said ‘I’ rather than ‘we’ as the issue had yet to be debated by the FA board. Gill wants the consultation period to

Summary: Stan Collymore celebrated Aston Villa's draw wildly from the press box . Yorkshire championship winning coach Jason Gillespie is going vegan . Jockey Ruby Walsh stars in new viral ad ahead of the Grand National . Greg Dyke and David Gill are still at odds over homegrown players .


Chelsea may have had six players named in the Professional Footballers' Association Premier League Team of the Year, but they still have some way to go to catch up with Manchester United. The Reds top the table with 75 representatives in the best XI since the Premier League began in 1992, while champions-elect Chelsea are third with 29. Yet having Eden Hazard, Diego Costa, John Terry, Gary Cahill, Nemanja Matic and Branislav Ivanovic feature in this year's team has seen them close the gap to second-placed Arsenal, currently on 42. Hazard was named the PFA Player of the Year on Sunday as he and five other Chelsea stars made the best XI . Hazard poses with his PFA Player of the Year award in London on Sunday afternoon as he was named winner . Hazard runs with the ball and escapes Aaron Ramsey during Chelsea's 0-0 draw with Arsenal on Sunday . GK: David de Gea . DEF: Ryan Bertrand, John Terry, Gary Cahill, Branislav Ivanovic . MID: Eden Hazard, Philippe Coutinho, Nemanja Matic, Alexis Sanchez . FWD: Harry Kane, Diego Costa . Hazard was named the PFA Player of the Year on Sunday after becoming the poster-boy for Chelsea's push for their first Premier League title since 2010. The Belgium winger has remarkably featured in the Team of the Year every season since 2009 – for both Lille in Ligue 1 and Chelsea in the Premier League. Being named in this year's best XI became Hazard's third in England, yet his hat-trick is nowhere near all-time leader Steven Gerrard. The Liverpool captain has eight to his name, but missed out on a ninth in his final Premier League season before leaving for Major League Soccer with LA Galaxy. Gerrard, Daniel Sturridge and Luis Suarez starred for Liverpool in last year's best XI when the club fell just two points short of the title behind Manchester City. Manchester United's Teddy Sheringham (left) pictured with Liverpool's Steven Gerrard in 2001 . Gerrard missed out on a ninth in his final Premier League season before leaving for Major League Soccer . Liverpool's Gerrard has been named in the PFA Team of the Year more than anyone with eight to his name . 8 – Steven Gerrard . 6 – Gary Neville, Ryan Giggs, Thierry Henry, Patrick Vieira, Alan Shearer . 5 – Rio Ferdinand, Roy Keane . Speaking of the defending champions, City are nowhere near their rivals. They have had just 11 players named since 1992 – the same as Leeds United – with only Shaun Wright-Phillips coming before Sheik Mansour's takeover in 2008. As for their neighbours, David de Gea is the only representative from Old Trafford this year. The Spain goalkeeper joins Paul Scholes, Ruud van Nistelrooy and Denis Irwin with two, while Gary Neville and Ryan Giggs remain top with six. With the list stretching back to 1992, we aren't short of blasts from the past. Andy Johnson was named in the PFA Team of the Year for Crystal Palace a decade ago, while Gary Pallister, Denis Irwin, Paul Ince

Summary: Manchester United top the table with players in the best XI since 1992 . They have had 75 inclusions with Gary Neville and Ryan Giggs on six each . Arsenal are second in the all-time Premier League table with 42 in total . Chelsea's six representatives this year brings them to a total of 29 . Manchester City have had 11 players named since 1992 – same as Leeds . Only Shaun Wright-Phillips included before Sheik Mansour's takeover . Liverpool's Steven Gerrard has been named the most times (eight)


Labour peer John Prescott has defended Prince Charles over allegations he tries to secretly influence government policy with scrawled private notes to ministers - insisting he should 'right to 'write as many damn letters as he likes'. The former deputy prime minister said he cannot see a problem with the future King writing to government ministers and insisted he had 'a lot to offer this country'. Lord Prescott's intervention comes after the Supreme Court backed a previous ruling paving the way for the publication of Prince Charles's so-called 'black spider' memos. Lord Prescott, left, said that the Prince of Wales has a lot to offer the country . The letters were penned between September 2004 and March 2005 and sent by the Prince to seven government departments. Lord Prescott, whose letters are separate to those due to be released, said that while he is 'not a raving loyalist', he has 'a lot of time for Charles' who he described as a passionate environmentalist. He said while he listens to the views of everyone who contacts him on political matters, he makes his own decisions. The former Labour minister, writing in the Sunday Mirror, said: ' Charles has an awful lot to offer this country. 'And if he wants to serve his subjects by helping young people into work, combating climate change and building sustainable communities, he can write as many damn letters as he likes.' Lord Prescott published extracts from two letters he received from the Prince - including one expressing his sadness at the death of the Labour politician's mother. The Labour peer said the notes proved 'the measure of the man'. He said: 'They show he has nothing to hide and he shouldn't be worried about publication.' The first letter is a typed invitation to a meeting of Regional Development Agency leaders in 1999. Charles says it would be 'splendid' to see Lord Prescott. The second is more personal and was written in the Prince's distinctive handwriting in 2003. It expresses sadness at the death of Lord Prescott's mother. The Prince opens by joking that he has 'been overdoing the quota' of letters to the Deputy PM. Prince Charles - with the Duchess of Cornwall at Ascot races last week - does a lot of good for the country, according to the former Labour minister Lord Prescott . But despite this – and the 'trouble' the press would give him – he goes on to express his sadness and says his 'heart goes out' to the politician. He added: 'I did receive letters from the prince when I was in government but they had no effect on any policy. People say he shouldn't be writing to ministers but he's quite entitled to express his opinion. 'Politicians are lobbied all the time by individuals and groups and none of them would allow a letter – even from Prince Charles – to unduly influence them.' Prince Charles has long been accused of 'bombarding' ministers with 'black spider' memos attacking government policy. His letters are so-named after his distinctive handwriting and abundant use

Summary: Ex deputy PM said there was no problem with Charles writing to ministers . Admitted Charles had sent him a lot of letters while he was in government . Released two, including one condolence letter over death of his mother . Comes after court ruled Charles's letters to ministers should be published .


They're two of the UKs best loved celebrities so it's little wonder than David Beckham and Holly Willoughby have been voted the stars we'd most like to have as our parents. In a new survey by Ripley's Believe It or Not! David, the former England Captain, OBE and Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF has been voted to be the number one celebrity figure Brits would love to have as a dad. Whilst This Morning host and Celebrity Juice panellist, Holly, 34, has all the qualities of the perfect mother figure. Unfortunately for Katie Hopkins, she came bottom of the list. A new survey by Ripley's Believe It Or Not has shown who we would most like to be in our dream celebrity family. David Beckham was voted number one choice for Dad . Perhaps surprisingly, second choice mum and dad turned out to be Sharon and Ozzy Osborne according to the study. The study also found the perfect family would have two sisters and two brothers making it a large family. And the celebrities most Brits would like to have as their siblings are Adele and the Barbadian beauty, Rhianna. Both well known for their singing abilities and their popular music they've both been found to be the best people to have as sisters. Holly Willoughby was voted the person that we would most like to have as our mother . Acerbic TV personality Katie Hopkins was voted as the person we would least like to have as our celebrity mother . As for brothers, 'A Team' and 'Sing' singer and songwriter Ed Sheeran has been picked for the top spots. White House Down and Jump Street star Channing Tatum is also a personality Brits wants to have as their brother. Ed Sheeran and Channing Tatum have been voted as the men we would most like to have as our brothers . Rhianna was voted as one of the top choices for celebrity sister . The singer Adele was also voted as one of our favourites to be a celebrity sibling . A new survey, which was conducted by Ripley's Believe It or Not! has revealed the celebrities we would most like to have as our family members. Here are the results... Celebrity Dad: . 1. David Beckham . 2. Ozzy Osbourne . 3. Jonathan Ross . Celebrity Mum: . 1. Holly Willoughby . 2. Sharon Osbourne . 3. Nicole Kidman . Celebrity Brother: . 1. Ed Sheeran . 2. Channing Tatum . 3. Seth Rogan . Celebrity Sister: . 1. Adele . 2. Rhianna . 3. Paloma Faith . Celebrity Aunt: . 1. Helena Bonham Carter . 2. Jennifer Saunders . 3. Davina McCall . Celebrity Uncle: . 1. David Walliams . 2. Elton John . 3. Bear Grylls . But the perfect family extends further than the immediate members of mum dad and siblings, it also includes aunty, uncle and even grandmother. English Actress Helena Bonham Carter has been named as the perfect celebrity aunt with her unconventional and eccentric sense of fashion and string of films under her belt. And

Summary: A new survey has revealed who Britons would like as their celebrity family . David Beckham was voted number one choice for father . Holly Willoughby was voted as the most desired mother . The survey also revealed we want Adele and Rhianna as our sister .


David Villa seems to be enjoying his recent move across the pond to the MLS, as the New York City captain visits the sight's of his new home. The former Barcelona forward has enjoyed a solid start in America, scoring once and helping his side to third place in the Eastern conference. Posting the picture on his Instagram, Villa said: 'Beautiful Empire State Building!!' David Villa posted this snap of his Instagram of his family enjoying the Empire State Building in New York . The newest franchise in the MLS are currently two points behind city rivals the New York Red Bulls and Villa will want his side to have the bragging rights. The arrival of Frank Lampard at the end of the Premier League season will be a major boost and could what City need to take them to the next step. New York's next game is away to the Philadelphia Union on April 11, who find themselves bottom of the Eastern conference. Villa (right) in action against New England Revolution where he scored his only goal for New York City .

Summary: David Villa posted the photo of his family by the Empire State Building . The former Barcelona striker moved to New York City on a free transfer . Villa has scored one goal since his move and seems to be enjoying the US .