Manny Pacquiao has added another string to his impressive bow by appearing in a hilarious commercial for Foot Locker ahead of his showdown with Floyd Mayweather. The Filipino, who has tried his hand at acting, politics and coaching basketball over the years, stole the show in an advertisement for the American sportswear company back in November by joking about the possibility of finally being able to go toe-to-toe with Mayweather. Pacquiao assumed two fellow gym members were talking about a fight between himself and Mayweather when they said: 'The people wanted it and Foot Locker made it happen.' Manny Pacquiao cannot believe his luck that he is actually facing Floyd Mayweather in the new advert . The Filipino gets excited when he is told his fight against Mayweather will 100 per cent go ahead . New advert ends with Pacquiao acting confused over possibility of facing his long-term boxing rival . Mayweather's upcoming opponent jumped for joy after jumping to conclusions during the 41-second long advert, which was released before an agreement was reached for the Las Vegas mega-fight. And Foot Locker have released a follow-up where Pacquiao acts as if he is not aware about having actually signed a deal to take on Mayweather. Pacquiao punches the air while running on the spot while the words 'It's really happening' appear on screen after being told the fight is 100 per cent on. The advert ends with Pacquiao stating he is confused over whether his fight against Mayweather is going to take place. Pacquiao, who will be putting the final touches on his preparations for next Saturday's fight over the coming days, was of course joking for the purpose of the advertisement. Tickets for the highly-anticipated encounter sold out within 60 seconds on Thursday evening. Pacquiao joked in an advert back in November about fighting Mayweather before the contract was signed .

Summary: Foot Locker have released new Manny Pacquiao advert ahead of fight . The Filipino jokes about not knowing if bout against Mayweather is on . Pacquiao previously starred in advert where he acted as if fight against Mayweather was on before official contract was signed in February . READ: Mayweather vs Pacquiao tickets sell out within 60 seconds .


Talk about a chain reaction! This is the moment a billiards player performs a complex trick shot by setting up a domino train to pot four balls. Video footage shows a white ball being rolled down a positioned cue. It then bounces off one side of the red-clothed table and hits the first in a long line of dominoes. One by one the small counters fall down, tapping balls into various pockets as they go. First a yellow, then a blue, then a red. Finally, the last domino gently hits an orange ball, causing it to roll down another positioned cue lying on the table. The orb then knocks a green ball into the center pocket. In less than 30 seconds the stunt comes to a close. The clip was uploaded by YouTube user honda4ridered. In another video the skilled billiards player shows viewers how to pocket four balls in a single shot with no dominoes in the mix. And for those wanting to replicate the stunt, there is a slow motion version to show the precise angles involved. Talk about a chain reaction! This is the moment a billiards player performs a complex trick shot by setting up a domino train to pot four balls . Don't blink: Video footage shows a white ball being rolled down a positioned cue - it then bounces off one side of the red-clothed table and hits the first in a long line of dominoes . Going, going, gone: One by one the small counters fall down, tapping balls into pockets as they go - first a yellow, then a blue, then a red . Clear table: Finally, the last domino gently hits an orange ball, causing it to roll down another positioned cue lying on the table. The orb then knocks a green ball into the center pocket. In less than 30 seconds the stunt comes to a close .

Summary: The clip was uploaded by YouTube user honda4ridered . In another upload the skilled billiards player shows viewers how to pocket four balls in a single shot - and for those who miss it there's a slow motion version .


A cocaine smuggler who was caught crossing the Atlantic with £200million of drugs got so hungry on the trip he started snorting part of the one-tonne haul. Benjamin Mellor ripped open one of the 41 bales of cocaine after food ran out and he broke his wrist, Cork circuit criminal court heard. The 35-year-old window cleaner, from Bradford, was one of three Brits who were arrested after Naval officers stormed the yacht 200 miles off the south-west coast of Ireland in September. Irish Navy personnel stand guard behind the mountain of cocaine that was found on the yacht Makayabella . He was jailed for eight years yesterday after admitting drug trafficking and importation. Thomas Britteon, 28, also received eight years for the same charges while John Powell, 70, was sentenced for 10. The scheme began in 2013 when Powell took charge of the 62ft Makayabella in the Caribbean. He sailed it for a year as a charter boat to provide a cover story before picking up the 1,025kg consignment of cocaine in Venezuela last August. The 35-year-old window cleaner, from Bradford, was one of three men who were arrested after Naval officers stormed the yacht, pictured being brought into Cobh, 200 miles off the south-west coast of Ireland in September . A photo captures the moment Irish Navy ship LE Niamh approached the Makayabella . The yacht was taken to the Haulbowline naval base following the Navy operation before being searched . A map showing where the previous ship had to be rescued and where the smugglers carrying £200million of cocaine were intercepted . He was accompanied by Mellor, with both being paid £100,000 for the trip, and later by Britteon, from Grimsby, who was to receive £20,000. But the plot started to unravel when another vessel, known as the Sea Breeze, had to be rescued in the Irish Sea after it ran out of fuel. Irish authorities became suspicious at the large amount of food, diesel, cannabis and satellite phones found onboard. The Makayabella was simultaneously reported to be floundering in the Atlantic, leading Irish and UK authorities to suspect that the Sea Breeze was attempting to rendezvous with the yacht. Inspector Fergal Foley, a Garda investigator, said the Makayabella was in a grim state when they found it and was running out of drinking water. He said: 'To be blunt, they were delighted to see the navy'. Powell’s son Stephen, 48, from Guiseley, West Yorkshire, was a ‘major player’ in Britain’s drugs underworld and was the ‘main man’ behind the operation, the court was told. He has already been sentenced to 16 years for conspiracy to import cocaine. Both Mellor and Britteon were described as ‘simply hired help’. Powell was given a longer sentence because he had flown out to inspect the yacht and knew through his son about the whole plan.

Summary: Benjamin Mellor ripped package of drugs open after food ran out . 35-year-old was one of three arrested after Naval officers stormed yacht . They were all sentenced at Cork circuit criminal court yesterday .


Hillary Clinton has told a series of whoppers about her family history in order to appear more sympathetic to immigrants'-rights activists, according to documents that surfaced online Wednesday. Buzzfeed found U.S. Census records and Selective Service documents – draft cards – that establish that three of the former secretary of state's grandparents were born in America. That clashes with what Clinton herself has claimed publicly, including Wednesday afternoon in Norwalk, Iowa. SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEO . Clinton claimed on Wednesday that all of her grandparents 'came over' from other countries, but in fact only one was born outside the US . Hillary was participating in a staged 'roundtable' discussion about small business issues in Norwalk, Iowa . 'All my grandparents, you know, came over here,' she said during a small business roundtable event, 'and you know my grandfather went to work in lace mill in Scranton, Pennsylvania, and worked there until he retired at 65. He started there when he was a teenager and just kept going.' Clinton made the statment to underscore her support for changing the status of milions of illegal immigrants. 'We are turning down people who really want to work,' she said. 'I mean, they are here to work. And a lot of them now have children who are American citizens, and they are doing the best they can to try to make a good life for themselves and their families.' The underpinnings of her personal story, however, seem false. STAGING: Most reporters were kept out of the Capital City Fruit company 'for space reasons' although the warehouse had plenty of room to go around . Both of Clinton’s maternal grandparents, named Della Howell and Edwin Howell, were born in Illinois, according to Buzzfeed's records research. And while her paternal grandfather, Hugh Rodham Sr., immigrated to the U.S, his wife Hanna Jones Rodham was born in Pennsylvania. In a speech last year in Kentucky, Clinton claimed Hanna 'immigrated with her family as a young girl to Scranton [Pennnsylvania] and went to work, very young, in a silk mill.' 'She traced her Methodism back to the Wesley brothers themselves,' Clinton said, 'who converted her great grandparents in the small coal mining villages of Southern Wales.' The Clinton camp quickly acknowledged the accurate Rodham family history. 'As has been correctly pointed out,' a campaign spokesperson told Buzzfeed, 'while her grandfather was an immigrant, it appears that Hillary’s grandmother was born shortly after her parents and siblings arrived in the U.S. in the early 1880s.' But the insider insisted that Mrs. Clinton had simply believed what her family members had told her. 'Her grandparents always spoke about the immigrant experience and, as a result she has always thought of them as immigrants,' the spokesperson said.

Summary: Clinton claimed Wednesday in Iowa that 'all my grandparents came over here' as immigrants . She said last year that one of her grandmothers immigrated to Pennsylvania and worked in a silk mill . But Buzzfeed found American Census records showing that only one Clinton grandfather, adn neither of their wives, was born outside the US . Clinton apparently shaded the truth to seem more authentic with her argument that illegal immigrants should have more legal access to jobs .


Manchester United star Ryan Giggs has apologised to his brother for the eight-year affair he had with his wife. His apology came nearly four years after bedding her for the last time. Ryan, 41, phoned Rhodri, 38, and the two brothers are now reconciling in an attempt to rebuild their relationship. Celebrity Big Brother star: Natasha Giggs had an eight-year affair with football legend Ryan Giggs . Reconciliation: Rhodri (left) and brother Ryan (right) have ended their four-year feud over the affair . A source told the Sun newspaper that 'Ryan rang Rhodri out of the blue a few weeks ago. Rhodri moved on a long time ago but was adamant Ryan had to make the first move as he was the one who had done wrong.' On Easter Sunday the two brothers were spotted out together with friends at the Neighbourhood bar in Manchester. A clubber said: 'They were sitting in the VIP area and looked like they were enjoying each other's company again.' Happy families: Ryan with wife Stacey Cooke on the red carpet in 2011 before the affair revelations . High Court injunction battle: Ryan Giggs spent £150,000 trying to silence Big Brother star Imogen Thomas from revealing details of their affair . Rhodri with his wife Natasha before he knew about her eight-year affair with his brother Ryan . The affair was first revealed in June 2011 when Rhodri's wife Natasha admitted an eight-year affair with the former star winger. Natasha also said she had aborted Ryan's baby just weeks before she got married to Rhodri in Las Vegas. She decided to go public in 2011 after Ryan Giggs' controversial attempt to place a gagging order on Big Brother star Imogen Thomas after their six-month affair ended. Ryan Giggs' attempt at silencing Imogen Thomas backfired when a Twitter campaign resulted in an MP naming him in parliament . He spent £150,000 getting a High Court injunction against her. However, his attempt to silence her fell apart after a sustained Twitter campaign that resulted in an MP naming him in parliament. In January 2012, Natasha went on to Celebrity Big Brother, where she openly talked about the affair to her fellow housemates. Ryan lives with wife Stacey and their two children in a £4m mansion. He is currently part of Manchester United manager Louis Van Gaal’s backroom staff with his side third in the Barclays Premier League. Natasha originally left Rhodri but the two later unsuccessfully tried to reconcile, and they divorced in 2013. Natasha, 32, had a son last year with a new partner. Rhodri is now married to Ashleigh Turner, 24, and they have a baby son. Much happier times: Ryan (left) with his brother Rhodri (right) as young children before their fallout . Ryan Giggs (left) now works as the Manchester United assistant manager to Louis van Gaal (right) Yesterday he was banned from driving for six months, after being caught driving his Mercedes with no insurance in Ardwick near Manchester. Manchester Magistrates Court also ordered him to pay £215 in fines and costs. He told

Summary: Ryan Giggs apologises for his eight-year affair with brother's wife . Manchester United legend rang his brother out of the blue after four years . Rhodri's wife Natasha aborted Ryan's baby just before marrying Rhodri . Natasha and Rhodri attempted to stay together but divorced in 2013 . Former footballer also had affair with Big Brother star Imogen Thomas .


Expensive clothes, fast cars and glittering industry parties: to the average person, the lives of the rich and famous may seem way out of reach. But the growing slew of celebrity gaming apps, from the likes of Kim Kardashian and Lindsay Lohan (and soon, Katy Perry), promise to immerse you in it all, temporarily. Femail investigates what it's like to 'live' the life of a celebrity for a day. Scroll down for video . Kim Kardashian: Hollywood is the app from the reality star, which uses her likeness and voice. Users have to build a celebrity empire similar to Kim's . The 34-year-old launched the highly lucrative app last June, and has an estimated 28 million downloads . Kim Kardashian's highly lucrative app, Kim Kardashian: Hollywood, developed by Glu Mobile, has already been downloaded an estimated 28 million times since it was launched last June. The quest-based adventure game requires users to create a character (customising a 'cute' look is compulsory), become friends with Kim Kardashian and then embark on social-climbing, empire-building adventures. The character of Kim, voiced by the reality star herself, is your best friend in the game . YOU'RE NOBODY UNTIL YOU MEET KIM . At the beginning of the game, your character works in retail, takes public transport everywhere, her apartment is essentially bare and can't even afford to adopt stray cats. That is, until you meet Kim Kardashian by chance (voiced by the reality star herself), and she slowly introduces you into the industry. The game puts an emphasis in being charming and friendly to almost everyone, and also taking every opportunity . TAKE EVERY OPPORTUNITY . At the beginning, your boss trusts you to lock up the clothes shop, and Kim Kardashian turns up begging you to help her. You are given no choice but to break into the shop, choose her an outfit and give it to her for free. Luckily she rewards you by inviting you to a impromptu photo shoot. This type of sporadic activity is rife throughout the game and actively encouraged. MONEY AND CHARM IS KEY . Obediently completing mini-quests will win you cash and K-stars (which you can collect by paying real money), but as is expected, to actually complete many of the tasks and buy new clothes, money is also required. Kustomise yourself: It's necessary to constantly change your outfit and appearance in order to fit in at all the industry events . IMAGE IS EVERYTHING . Within ten minutes of living Kim Kardashian's life, users have changed their outfits three times and checked their reflections twice. Seemingly, no one makes it big in Hollywood without constantly considering how their image can be improved. Vogue's Andre Leon Talley (pictured left) makes an appearance in the game. No doubt as a career booster . PEOPLE FIT INTO 3 CATEGORIES . Strangely, it seems Kim is your only friend in the game, and you'd be wrong if you think you're allowed to make new ones. Characters fit into solely three categories: potential love-interests, career-boosters, or an arch-nemesis. Your very own 'momager':

Summary: Kim Kardashian: Hollywood and Lindsay Lohan's The Price of Fame apps . Users create an aspiring celebrity and rise to fame in the games . Everyone is either a potential love-interest, career-booster, or enemy .


Supernan: Eileen Mason, 92, saved her friend from a would-be robber by ramming him with her scooter . A 92-year-old great-grandmother has told of how she saved her 75-year-old friend from a mugger - by ramming him with her mobility scooter. Eileen Mason and Margaret Seabrook had been to a lunch club meeting in Swindon, Wiltshire, when an 'evil looking' man suddenly appeared from behind a fence. According to the two pensioners, the man initially attempted to get his hands on the contents of Mrs Seabrook's scooter basket, before grabbing Mrs Mason by the arm and reaching for her carrier bag. However, the would-be robber was soon to regret his action, as Mrs Mason shouted 'Oh, no you don't,' and slammed on the accelerator of her scooter. The attacker was knocked to the ground, and the motorised pair sped off into the distance. Speaking after the robbery attempt, the great-grandmothers said they refused to let the 'weasel' bring them down. Mrs Mason said she had seen the young man's intention to take the contents of Mrs Seabrook's basket, before turning on her in an attempt to steal a brand new pair of trousers from her bag. The sprightly 92-year-old says the next few moments were 'a bit of a blur' and that all she remembers is accelerating her scooter and knocking the man to the ground. Mrs Mason, who has four children, ten grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, said: 'I saw him look into my basket and I said; 'Oh no you don't!', really loudly. 'I put my scooter into accelerate and turned really fast. The next thing I know he was on the floor. I thought 'my gosh'. 'I had slowed up because it looked like something was going to happen. He just looked evil, with dark, piercing eyes. 'He came from over my shoulder, caught my arm and pulled me back. 'When he came round the second time, I slammed down on the speed so the scooter went up on to the grass, and when the back end came round it knocked him down. 'He lay there for a moment and then made a quick exit. I have never seen him round here before, and I felt a bit panicky because we did not like the look of him. Heroic ladies: Mrs Mason and her friend Margaret Seabrook, 75, had been to a lunch club meeting in Swindon, Wiltshire, when an 'evil looking' man tried to rob them of the contents of their mobility scooter baskets . 'You just don't think this would happen to you on your way home from lunch club. 'We always go together, and It's a good thing we did, otherwise it would have been much easier for him. 'I might be old but I'm still quick. I think the way I shouted probably frightened him. 'The next day I was very shaken. We were lucky, because he could have hit us - if he had been able to catch us.' Mrs Seabrook, a mother-of-three, who has eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, added: 'We came around the

Summary: Eileen Mason, 92, knocked would-be thief to the ground with her scooter . Mrs Mason and friend Margaret Seabrook, 75, were attacked in Swindon . 'Evil looking man' tried to steal contents of their scooters' baskets . The great-grandmother-of-13, accelerated, and rammed the attacker . After he was knocked to the ground, they sped off on their scooters .


The mass stranding of 160 melon-headed whales on two beaches in Japan has triggered fears of upcoming earthquake and tsunami. The whales, which are in fact a species of dolphin, were found washed up along a 6-mile (10km) stretch of the Pacific coast of Hokato, around 60 miles (100km) north of Tokyo. Although officials are still investigating the cause of the strandings, they triggered rumours on social media of an impending earthquake. Scroll down for video . More than 160 melon-headed whales washed onto two beaches at Hokota city, north-east of Tokyo . The fears appeared to be based on the appearance of 50 melon-headed whales six days before the devastating undersea earthquake in 2011 that caused a tsunami and left 19,000 people dead. However, experts have dismissed the claims as being 'unscientific'. For centuries there have been accounts of animals behaving bizarrely before earthquakes. Now scientists have filmed the behaviour of wild animals prior to a quake and believe their study could help improve short-term seismic forecasting. They found that animals in Peru - such as pumas and razor-billed curassow birds - ran for cover days before the event. Researchers believe that the changes in behaviour may be linked to airborne ions. Led by Dr Rachel Grant of Anglia Ruskin University, experts used data gathered from a series of motion-triggered cameras located in the Yanachaga National Park in Peru. The research found that significant changes in animal behaviour began 23 days before the magnitude 7.0 Contamana earthquake that struck the region in 2011. On a typical day, the cameras would record between five and 15 animal sightings. However, within the two-day period in the run-up to the earthquake, they recorded five or fewer sightings. Instead they believe the melon-headed whales may have suffered a parasitic infection. Others believe the sandy shoals around Hokato city may have also made the animal's sonar ineffective. Toshiaki Kishiro, head of Cetacean Resources at Japan's National Research Institute of Far Seas Fisheries, said while it was possible the whales frightened by disturbances in the Earth's electromagnetic field caused by movement in the tectonic plates - there were was no firm evidence of this. Speaking to the Telegraph he said: 'This area of Japan has had many similar cases of beachings in the past, and especially of this species, so we are trying to find out why it happens.' He added that the animals, which measure two to three metres in length, could have been trying to avoid predators like killer whales and come too close to the shore. However, despite attempts to reassure the public, social media sites like Twitter have been ablaze with rumours of an impending earthquake. One Twitter user wrote: 'Is the next one coming? Be ready for a quake.' The whales first began to appear on the beach last week but officials said they had discovered eight more bodies today. Local residents had rushed to the beaches with buckets and towels in an attempt to help keep the marine mammals alive. Scientists are still investigating what caused the whales to become stranded

Summary: The whales washed up along a 6 mile stretch of coast near Hokato, Japan . Experts have dismissed rumours of impending earthquake as unscientific . The strandings sparked comparisons with the appearance of 50 melon-headed whales six days before the earthquake in 2011 that left 19,000 dead . Officials instead believe the whales may have suffered a parasitic infection while others say the animals may have been attempting to avoid predators .


The pups came from as far away as New Jersey and Tennessee in hopes of landing a new nickname: 'Beautiful Bulldog.' They were all defeated by a native who likes eating snow and watching turtles. A 2-year-old dog from Des Moines named Tank won the 36th annual Beautiful Bulldog contest Sunday at Drake University. Scroll down for video . Winner: Tank, a 2-year-old bulldog from Iowa won Drake University's 36th annual 'Beautiful Bulldog' contest Sunday . A real beauty: Tank, who enjoys eating snow and watching turtles, will now serve as mascot of this year's Drake Relays . Tank received top honors as well as a crown and cape. He will appear before more than 16,000 fans -- or, royal subjects -- at the university's Drake Relays to be honored as mascot of the event, which will be held from Thursday through Saturday, according to the contest's website. The tongue-in-cheek beauty pageant, which featured 50 dogs, is the kickoff event for the Drake Relays track meet. 'He's funny,' said Tank's owner, Duane Smith. 'He's a real good one.' Pageant organizers narrowed a pool of more than 100 hopeful pups by a lottery held last month. Owner: Here, Tank enjoys a rub from his owner, Duane Smith, after winning the 36th annual contest . Judges weren't looking for beauty though. They wanted to see the slobber, drool and bulging, bloodshot eyes synonymous with English bulldogs. They got all that and more from Tank — who now willingly shares his house with a Pomeranian and some turtles after Smith found him on Craigslist a year ago. Should Tank be unable to fulfill his duties as the Drake Relays mascot, fellow Des Moines pup Steve will step in. Steve was second even though he was initially so shy about the makeshift catwalk set up on Drake's basketball court that his owner had to pick him up and plunk him down, much to the delight of the few thousand spectators on hand. Pageant: The tongue-in-cheek beauty pageant, which featured 50 dogs, is the kickoff event for the Drake Relays track meet . Bex in a tutu: Ronnie Sussman, of Union, N.J., walks her dog Bex across the stage during the contest as part of the Drake Relays . There also was a 'Best Dressed' winner in Linus the Lovebug — who had to be dragged around in a wagon because of arthritic legs — and the congeniality award went to a dog named Princess Mabel. If there was an award for driving the furthest to enter the contest it would've gone to Ronnie Sussman and her dog Bex, who drove 17 hours from Union, New Jersey. Sussman and Bex will go home empty-handed, but she said the trip was more than worth it. 'This is just like a bucket list item of life for me,' Sussman said.

Summary: An Iowa bulldog named Tank took home the crown Sunday at Drake University's annual 'Beautiful Bulldog Contest' Tank beat out 49 other dogs in the 36th annual contest . Tank will now serve as the mascot for the Drake Relays .


Sarcasm is often described as the lowest form of wit, but it seems you need the right kind of wits in the first place to be able to recognise it. Neuroscientists have identified the area of the brain that is the key to picking up on when someone is being sarcastic. They found that people with damage to the right sagittal stratum - a bundle of white matter that lies between the cerebral cortex and subcortical structures in the brain - are unable to detect sarcasm. Stroke patients with damage in the sagittal stratum in the right hemisphere of the brain (shown in the image above) were far poorer at detecting sarcasm when listening to sentences, according to the new research . Stroke survivors often suffer damage to this area of their brain and struggle to recognise when family and friends are being sarcastic. According to researchers at John Hopkins Medical School in Baltimore, the level of damage to this area of the brain seems to directly affect a persons ability to detect sarcasm. Used effectively, sarcasm can provide a devastating put down. But it turns out that it can also be a great motivator. Employees who have to put up with a sarcastic colleague or boss are more creative than those who don’t, a study has found. Researchers claim that being exposed to sarcasm required more ‘cognitive complexity’, or the ability to see things from more than one angle. The inherent humour in the comments also defused the tension that comes with anger. The study will surprise anybody whose boss relies on mocking his employees to get the best out of them. Professor Argye Hillis, a neurologist at John Hopkins Medical School who oversaw the study, said: 'Failure to recognize sarcasm can lead to important miscommunications. 'Few previous studies have identified brain lesions associated with impaired recognition of sarcasm. ' Percent damage to the sagittal stratum had the greatest weight and was the only independent predictor of sarcasm recognition.' Even for healthy people sarcasm can be hard to detect and some cultures use it far more than others. British comedy, for example, has a reputation for being notoriously sarcastic. Some characters like Blackadder, Chandler Bing in Friends and the cartoon teenager Daria, use it regularly. Sarcasm is well known as a complex form of communication as it requires the listener to understand the literal meaning of what someone is saying. They then also have to be able to detect the variation in pitch, stress on certain words, changes in pauses and lengthened syllables that make it differ from sincere speech. The popular Blackadder comedy series (above) tapped into the British love of sarcasm as a form of humour . During their study, which is published in the journal Neurocase, the researchers took fMRI scans of the brains of 24 stroke patients while they listened to 40 sentences of sincere or sarcastic speech. The patients were asked to identify whether a sentence was sarcastic. The researchers found that thsoe who performed least well in the tests tended to have damage to the

Summary: Right sagittal stratum of brain is key to recognising sarcastic comments . Neuroscientists at John Hopkins Medical School scanned the brains of 24 stroke patients and tested their ability to detect sarcasm in 40 sentences . The sagittal stratum is a bundle of white matter below the cerebral cortex . The findings may help treat stroke patients who struggle to detect sarcasm .


A mother says she must quit her job after her daughter was refused a place at a junior school 150 yards from their front door - and sent to one more than two miles away instead. Seven-year-old Charlotte Briggs was told she cannot attend Lydgate Junior School in Sheffield even though she can see it from her bedroom window. Her mother Lynne, 49, who has two other children, claims taking her daughter to school and back every day would require four hours of travelling on the bus and force her to quit her job. Unhappy: Charlotte Briggs, seven, was refused a place at a school 150 yards from her home and offered one two miles away, so her mother Lynne, pictured together, must quit her job to ensure she gets there and back . Decision: The schoolgirl leaves across the street from her preferred school but instead will have to head to Shooters Grove Primary, which is around two miles away . Mrs Briggs had believed Broomhill Infants School in Sheffield, where Charlotte is a student, was a feeder school to Lydgate Junior, so only put one school on Charlotte's admission form. The mother - who works in IT for Sheffield City Council and is married to financial planner Simon, 55, - also believed the short distance from her home to the school would also be a deciding factor. But the council said the school Charlotte attends has never been a feeder school and advised parents to always submit three preferences when applying. Charlotte is in the catchment area but the school is oversubscribed, so children who also live in the area but go to the correct feeder school were given a place above her. Mrs Briggs is now planning to appeal the decision made by the authority after Charlotte was given a spot at Shooters Grove Primary - more than two miles away. She said: 'I know that lots of parents are in similar positions but what is different here is that not only are we in catchment, we live about as close to the school as possible. Rejected: Charlotte Briggs was refused a place at Lydgate Junior School (above) in Sheffield, even though she can see it from her bedroom window . 'Parents park outside our house when dropping their children off at Lydgate Juniors. 'The council uses an "as the crow flies" criteria for working out who lives nearer in the event of over subscription within catchment and if I look out of my landing window, all that stands between us and the school are the Kings Court OAP flats and a couple of houses. 'I've been told Broomhill is no longer a feeder school and all the places have been allocated at other infant schools. 'I have looked at bus timetables. I wouldn't be able to drop Charlotte off at school and get into town for work. It would take an hour and five minutes each way twice a day. I simply wouldn't be able to do it.' Jayne Ludlam, the council's executive director of children, young people

Summary: Lynne Briggs only applied for one school because it is only 150 yards away . But her daughter Charlotte has instead been offered place two miles away . Her mother says she must leave job because she faces four hours on bus . Council says Mrs Briggs wrongly assumed child was in a 'feeder school' As a result, despite being in catchment area, Charlotte was refused place .


An Egyptian court has sentenced a popular Armenian belly dancer to six months in prison for 'insulting the Egyptian flag' after she wore a tight dress in its red, white and black color scheme. The court in Agouza, west of Cairo, said Sofinar Gourian, popularly known as 'Safinaz', was fined £15,000 after being found guilty in a case raised by a private complainant. She is expected to avoid jail time, however, after paying £10,000 bail and launching an appeal against the six month prison sentence. Offending dress: An Egyptian court has sentenced popular Armenian belly dancer 'Safinaz' to six months in prison for 'insulting the Egyptian flag' after she wore a tight dress in its red, white and black color scheme . Insulting the flag was made illegal by decree under Egyptian President Adly Mansour who ruled for a year after the army overthrew an elected but divisive Islamist president in 2013. The change in law made it a crime to raise, display or sell an Egyptian flag if it is damaged in any way, or even if the colour has faded. The law also prohibits adding slogans, designs or pictures to the Egyptian flag. Ms Gourian is understood to have worn a costume made from the material taken from an Egyptian flag during a belly dancing performance in the town of Ain Sokhna in 2013. The belly dancer, who lives in Egypt, had argued that she did not insult the flag intentionally and as a foreigner was less aware of Egyptian laws. Harsh laws: Insulting the Egyptian flag was made illegal by decree under President Adly Mansour who ruled for a year after the army overthrew an elected but divisive Islamist president in 2013 . The complaint against her was filed by a businesswoman and hotel owner in Mohandeseen who found the performance insulting, according to Ahram Online. Although she has been convicted of the crime, her £10,000 bail allows her to remain free until her appeal has been heard. Ms Gourian has lived and worked in Egypt for the past two years, where her act has proven to be an immediate success. The Armenian native has already appeared in several Egyptian movies, performed at society weddings and is married to an Egyptian national. Ms Gourian has previously told reporters she hopes to spend the rest of her life in the country.

Summary: Sofinar Gourian found guilty of wearing a dress made from Egyptian flag . A court in Agouza town sentenced the belly dancer to six months in prison . Local businesswoman found the dress insulting and complained to police . Strict laws prevents the flag being displayed if damaged or tampered with .


West Ham's season tickets will cost as little as £289 when they move to the Olympic Stadium in Stratford. The Hammers will have the cheapest pricing strategy in the Barclays Premier League in a bid to fill the 54,000 capacity stadium when they make the switch for the 2016-17 season. Co-chairmen David Gold and David Sullivan are using the boost of the enhanced television revenue, which coincides with their move away from Upton Park, to pass on savings to fans. The new TV deal starts in 2016 after Sky and BT agreed to pay more than £5billion for domestic rights and there will be another auction over the summer with overseas broadcasters. A view of the Olympic Stadium on Tuesday ahead of West Ham's switch to the 54,000 capacity arena . West Ham's vice-chairman Karren Brady visited the club's future home in Stratford on Tuesday . West Ham's season tickets will cost as little as £289 when the club move to the Olympic Stadium next year . An artist's impression of what the Olympic Stadium will look like during a West Ham match . Co-chairmen David Gold (right) and David Sullivan (left) will use enhanced TV revenue to pass savings to fans . According to a document that will be issued to West Ham fans on Wednesday, every season-ticket band will be reduced when the club move. The lowest priced basic adult season ticket will cost £289, the price for under 16s will be cut to just £99, and a family of four will be able to watch all 19 home games in the top flight for £776. Disabled season-ticket holders will also see a huge reduction, with prices dropping by up to £205. The news comes just one day after Sportsmail revealed massive price hikes at Manchester City. Supporters in City’s East Stand have been been told they will have to fork out £1,750 to watch their team, almost double the £885 they currently pay. West Ham's vice-chairman Karren Brady said: 'We have always said that the move to our magnificent new stadium would be a game changer for West Ham; a chance to increase revenue, invest in the team and improve our performances on the pitch, but crucially without putting an extra financial burden on the supporters who already come to watch every home match. 'Today's announcement proves that we have kept our promise.' Football Supporters Federation backed the club's drive and Chair Malcolm Clarke said: 'The FSF strongly believes that top-flight clubs should use their newly-signed media deal to cut ticket prices for both home and away supporters. 'We hope that other clubs follow suit and reduce ticket prices across the board, as West Ham United have done.' The club also announced a new VIP area in homage of the club's most famous sons. With 2016 marking 50 years since since Bobby Moore, Sir Geoff Hurst and Martin Peters lifted the World Cup for England, the '1966 seats' will offer fans impressive views from the halfway line. In addition, West Ham will donate a seat each to the families

Summary: West Ham will move to the Olympic Stadium for the 2016-17 season . Seasons tickets will cost Hammers supporters as little as £289 . The club will have the cheapest pricing strategy in the Premier League . The price of a season ticket for under 16s will be cut to just £99 . Family of four can purchase a season ticket for £776 - £41 per match .


Aaron Hernandez looked full of promise in his 2007 high school yearbook picture . Aaron Hernandez was a rapidly rising star in the NFL. He was a key part of the New England Patriots offense, played in the Super Bowl and had signed a massive five-year contract extension that would pay him nearly $40million. He had a baby girl, a beautiful fiancee and an expansive $1.5million mansion in the Boston suburbs. But even before the murder of Odin Lloyd in June 2013 - a crime for which he will now spend the rest of his life in prison - Hernandez was not the golden boy he seemed to be. His arrest for Lloyd's murder was not the beginning of his criminal career - but rather just the first time he's been held accountable for his actions. Hernandez has been accused of shooting a total of six men - killing three and severely wounding three other. Two of them, Lloyd and a man who says Hernandez shot him through the eye, were supposedly the star's friends. After his father died, he had no one in his life to keep in on the straight and narrow. That, combined with his desire to be involved in the 'thug life' on the streets in his hometown of Bristol, Connecticut, and escalating drug and alcohol use set the stage for the murders, family and friends have said. Scroll down for video . Hernandez was captain of his high school football team and rated as the best football player in the state of Connecticut in his senior year . Hernandez, seen here in a candid shot from his senior yearbook at Bristol Central High School, grew into a troubled, and very powerful, young man . Add into it, a history of escaping trouble thanks to coaches and cops allegedly covering for him. He had had at least three major run-ins with the law prior to his murder arrest - and managed to escape without charges every time. The 25-year-old made it out of a tough neighborhood in Bristol, Connecticut, but never seemed to leave the streets behind. A 2013 Rolling Stone article claimed that he maintained gang affiliation - and even allegedly got a Bloods gang tattoo - even after making millions in the NFL. As his career wore on, he became more distant from his family and closer with his alleged gang friends, Rolling Stone claimed. Additionally, he became increasingly paranoid and carried a gun everywhere he went. Rolling Stone claims he also began smoking the hallucinogen PCP, or angel dust. A family friend told the magazine that Lloyd's murder was a result of Hernandez's drug abuse. 'Don’t matter what it’s about: Aaron’s out of his mind. He’s been twisted on dust now for more than a year, which is when all of this crazy s*** started.' The magazine accuses Hernandez of being involved in a 'thug life' that was apparent even to New England head coach Bill Belichick. When he was arrested he was only 'one step' from being cut from the team over the issues,

Summary: Aaron Hernandez, 25, has been accused of shooting six people - killing three, including Odin Lloyd . He was convicted of first degree murder in Lloyd's death on Wednesday and sentenced to life in prison without parole . Has a long history of troubling behavior, but was never held accountable because cops and coaches looked the other way, according to reports .


An Alberta student who'd accidentally left his headlights on all day was greeted by what may have been the world's friendliest note from a stranger when he returned to his car. But Derek Murray, a University of Alberta law student, found more than just the note that cold November day in Edmonton--he also found an extension cord and battery charger left by the stranger to bring his dead Acura back to life. Now that Murray's life-affirming tale has now gone viral, he says 'It just shows you how such a pure act of kindness from one person can just spread through everyone and help make everyone’s day a little brighter.' Good Samaritan: A friendly stranger left this unbelievably friendly letter to Alberta law student Derek Murray in order to help him get his car started after he left the headlights on all day . At first, though, he assumed the letter was from an angry fellow motorist, he told the National Post. 'When I first saw the note, I was expecting it to be an angry letter from someone telling me not to park there. Instead, I got someone just totally brightening my day. My day could have been ruined but, because of this guy, it was the highlight of my day.' The note reads, in part: . I noticed you left your lights on. The battery will probably not have enough charge to start your vehicle. I left a blue extension cord on the fence and a battery charger beside the fence in the cardboard box. If you know how to hook it up, use it to start your car. What followed was a detailed explanation of how to use the equipment. 'Sure enough,' Derek recalled to the National Post, 'I looked over at the house my car was parked beside, and there was a blue extension cord plugged into an outlet behind the guy’s house with a battery charger right there beside it.' Derek was able to get his car started, but when he rang the good Samaritan's doorbell, there was no answer. So, Derek left his own note as a thank you for the kind gesture. He later snapped a photo of the stranger's friendly note to post to Facebook, where it has now gone viral. The note has been viewed millions of times and even Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson retweeted the photo. Derek snapped a photo of the note for Facebook and it has since gone viral. e 'It just shows you how such a pure act of kindness from one person can just spread through everyone and help make everyone’s day a little brighter,’ Derek said .

Summary: Derek Murray, a University of Alberta law student, could have had his day ruined by the mistake by a stranger's kindness brightened it up . Murray posted his story and the note online and the random act of kindness has now gone viral .


Manchester City supporters sing a song with the line: 'We're not really here.' It sums up the approach of many of their fanbase – they haven't fully bought into the idea that City could be one of the giants of Europe. Celebrity fan Ricky Hatton wants 'the old City back', while rock-God City lover Noel Gallagher says there is 'apathy' towards the Champions League among the fans. Manuel Pellegrini could be worried about his position at Manchester City after losing against their fierce rivals . (Left to right) Segio Aguero, Yaya Toure and James Milner look dejected as they await kick-off after a goal . Boxer Ricky Hatton, pictured at the Etihad for a press conference in 2008, says he wants 'the old City back' Noel Gallagher says there is 'apathy' towards the Champions League among the City supporters . 5 - Games lost by City in 2015, one more than the whole of 2014. 13 - City's position in the Premier League form table after losing four and winning two of their last six. 4 - The first time since losing 4-3 to United in 2009 that City have conceded four in the league. 9 - City have nine points fewer than they did at this stage last season. 70.8 - City's pass completion rate percentage at Old Trafford was their worst of the season. One of the weirdest things I've been hearing lately is people saying Manuel Pellegrini was the right man at the right time for Manchester City. Their logic is that his calm was needed after the Roberto Mancini reign ended with a fractured dressing room, and an FA Cup final defeat at the hands of Wigan Athletic. Pellegrini is calm but it was the worst kind of short-term thinking which has led to City now clinging on to fourth place. The dressing room calmed down temporarily, but he doesn't have the character or gravitas to galvanise a group of players when the going gets tough. He's punching above his weight at Manchester City. City need to stop pussy-footing around and drag the fans into the modern game. They need to fill up the half-empty glasses of the supporters at the Etihad. Pellegrini's appointment would have suited those fans who resist the charge towards potential greatness. He is not a great manager. Look at his record before he arrived in England. He's done well but there is no evidence of greatness, and no suggestion of greatness to come. Frank Lampard applauds the travelling fans at Old Trafford as he leaves the pitch with goalkeeper Joe Hart . Louis van Gaal shakes hands with his opposite number Pellegrini after the final whistle at Old Trafford . Jose Mourinho? Ronald Koeman? Sean Dyche? Not even close... Louis van Gaal should be crowned manager of the year . Forget Eden Hazard and Michael Carrick... the best player in the Premier League this weekend was Leicester's Jamie Vardy . And so it has proved. The signings Manchester City have made have also smacked of small-time thinking. They don't go for the great

Summary: Manchester United 4-2 Manchester City: Click here to read the match report . Manuel Pellegrini has orchestrated a limp Premier League title defence . City didn't go for Diego Costa, Cesc Fabregas or Angel di Maria . The are stuck with the likes of Jesus Navas at the Etihad Stadium . The defending champions must bring in big names to grow as a club . ADRIAN DURHAM: Louis van Gaal should win manager of the year .


A 12-year-old sports fan from Texas - who's become a star in his own right for his National Anthem-singing skills - was surprised by one of his idols on Tuesday night. Nicholas Connors gave a rousing performance ahead of the Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks NBA playoffs game - with one of his favorite NFL players watching from the sidelines, Houston Texans defensive lineman J.J. Watt. When Nicholas finished, the 26-year-old player ran across the court to congratulate him. And the heartwarming moment was caught on camera. Footage - secured by a spectator and shared on Vine - shows Nicholas looking confused at first when he's caught off-guard and tapped on the shoulder. Look of shock: A 12-year-old basketball fan from Texas who's become a star in his own right for his National Anthem-singing skills was surprised by one of his idols on Tuesday night . However, his look of confusion quickly turns into shock as he realizes who he's looking at. The youngster then proceeds to give Watt a big hug. So far, the clip of the singer's emotional encounter has scored more than one million hits. Nicholas has made quite a name for himself in Houston, where he regularly performs at sports games. Indeed, one video of him singing from last November has accrued more than 38,000 hits on YouTube. Hey there! Nicholas Connors gave a rousing performance ahead of the Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks game, with one of his favorite players watching from the sidelines - Houston Texans defensive lineman J.J. Watt . Wow! Footage, secured by a spectator and shared on Vine, shows Nicholas looking confused at first when he's caught off-guard and tapped on the shoulder . Many viewers have deemed his performance 'awesome' and 'inspirational'. One fan added: 'That was shockingly good! So impressive to see such poise and talent from a 12-year-old. Best of luck to him.' Nicholas then got the ultimate thumbs up this week from one of his top sportsmen. Watt sat on the sidelines to watch the Houston Rockets-Dallas Mavericks playoff game. He later celebrated the Rockets' 111-99 win with jubilant dance moves. He was even spotted twerking with one audience member. On Wednesday, Watt asked Twitter to help him get in touch with Nicholas. Maybe we'll soon be seeing the performer at NFL games too.

Summary: Nicholas Connors gave a rousing performance ahead of the Houston Rockets and Dallas Mavericks basketball game on Tuesday night . One of his favorite NFL players was watching from the sidelines - Houston Texans defensive lineman J.J. Watt . When he finished, the 26-year-old athlete ran across the court to congratulate him, with the heartwarming moment caught on camera .


These are toxic times on Tyneside but the thousands of supporters who boycotted were at least spared another dispiriting display which equalled a club-record rot of six straight defeats in the Premier League. Were it not for a freaky five wins on the spin last autumn, the Magpies would be headed for the Championship. In fact, head coach John Carver fears his side – the worst in the division on present form – could yet plummet towards the bottom three. ‘We are in amongst a relegation battle. Leicester, for example, are winning games, but we aren’t,’ he said after goals from Nacer Chadli, Christian Eriksen and Harry Kane’s 30th of the season condemned them to a 10th loss in 14. Christian Eriksen celebrates after the Swedish midfielder's curling free-kick misses his team-mates and Tim Krul in the Newcastle goal . Nacer Chadli tries his luck from 30 yards out to open the scoring for Tottenham on the half-hour mark with a well-placed left-footed strike . Newcastle players join Jack Colback as the hard-working midfielder pounces on a loose ball in the penalty area . Harry Kane celebrates putting the result beyond doubt as Spurs claim a 3-1 win over Newcastle, who sink to a sixth loss on the bounce . NEWCASTLE (4-1-4-1): Krul 4; Janmaat 6.5, Williamson 6, Coloccini 6, Anita 6 (Armstrong 75, 6); R Taylor 6; Gouffran 4.5 (Ameobi 46, 6), Colback 6.5, Abeid 4.5 (Obertan 46, 6), Cabella 5.5; Perez 6.5 . Subs not used: Riviere, Kemen, Sterry, Woodman . Scorers: Colback 46 . Bookings: Colback, Cabella . TOTTENHAM (4-2-3-1): Vorm 6; Dier 6, Vertonghen 7, Fazio 6, Rose 6.5 (Davies 81); Paulinho 6.5 (Mason 88), Bentaleb 6.5; Lamela 6, Chadli 7.5 (Dembele 78), Eriksen 7; Kane 6.5 . Subs not used: Soldado, Yedlin, Townsend, Friedel . Scorers: Chadli 30, Eriksen 53, Kane 90 . Bookings: Lamela, Vertonghen, Paulinho, Bentaleb . Referee: Kevin Friend 7 Attendance: 47, 427 . MOM: Nacer Chadli . Eriksen's free-kick goes direction in from out wide for the winner - CLICK HERE to see more from Sportsmail's MATCH ZONE . ‘I’m angry. It’s another defeat and that’s not good enough. This is the most difficult situation I’ve ever been in but I’m not going to give up on it.’ Although the official attendance was returned as a massively inaccurate 47, 427 – making it the biggest of the weekend in the top-flight – estimates had it nearer 40,000 as fans stayed away in protest at Mike Ashley’s running of the club, which this month returned record profits of £18.7million before revealing they have a further £34m in the bank. The billionaire will need to part with a sizeable chunk of that cash this summer if Newcastle are to avoid a season-long struggle against relegation next time around. One banner – unfurled during a pre-match protest outside of the Gallowgate End – captured the mood of frustration and mistrust among supporters – ‘NUFC – Balance sheet champions, 2008-2014’. Sportsmail’s Jamie Carragher, meanwhile, launched a scathing attack on Ashley. ‘People will say as supporters you’ve got

Summary: Nacer Chadli opened the scoring with a left-footed strike from outside the box on the half-hour mark . Jack Colback equalised for the home side immediately after half-time after the ball fell kindly in the area . Christian Eriksen won Spurs the lead back with the Swede's curling free-kick missing everyone . Harry Kane topped off a relatively quiet game with a runaway goal after regular time was up . Newcastle have now lost six consecutive Premier League matches under manager John Carver . Fans protested before and during the match against owner Mike Ashley's perceived lack of ambition .


Momentous: Kim Woodward is the first woman to be appointed head chef at the Savoy Grill . A former MasterChef semi-finalist has become the first woman to run the prestigious Savoy Grill kitchen in its 126-year history. Kim Woodward has been appointed head chef at the famous venue, which has hosted lunches for the likes of prime ministers, musicians and captains of industry for decades. The 34-year-old follows in the footsteps of a string of maître chefs who have headed the kitchen since its opening in the Strand, London in 1889. Auguste Escoffier — dubbed ‘chef of kings’ — was installed by hotel manager César Ritz when the Savoy first opened. Since then, a number of well-known chefs have followed, including Marcus Wareing and Andy Cook — but never a woman . Ms Woodward, who lives in Camden, said: ‘It is an absolute honour for me to be the head chef here in one of London’s most iconic restaurants. Obviously there is so much history here, and the people who come through the door come here for the classic dishes that the Grill is famous for.’ At the five-star, art deco Grill, which is now part of the Gordon Ramsay stable, Woodward will head a team of about 35 chefs, of whom some 40 per cent are women. It marks her return to the venue — she was a sous chef between 2010 and 2012, before becoming head chef at the York & Albany gastropub in Camden. She reached the semi-final of the 2011 series of MasterChef: The Professionals. The Cheshire-born chef said she would continue the ‘masculine” culinary traditions established by Escoffier, including a daily roast trolley, and classics such as Beef Wellington and Dover sole. It was more important to keep the Grill true to its traditions of “great quality cuts of meat and fish” rather than regain the Michelin star lost when it closed for refurbishment in 2007, she said, adding: ‘People are here because it is a classic grill.’ As well as powerful men, the Savoy Grill has been a magnet to some of the world’s most famous women including Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor, Doris Day and Victoria Beckham. It was also where Vivien Leigh met her future husband Laurence Olivier. Heritage: But the Materchef contestant has promised to continue the 'masculine' traditions of five-star Grill . Escoffier created a number of famous dishes at the Savoy, including Peach Melba in 1893, in honour of Australian singer Nellie Melba, and Melba Toast in 1897. Another signature dish, Omelette Arnold Bennett, was created for the novelist and is still on the menu. Ms Woodward said she hoped to bring her own trademarks to the Grill, including a tonka bean and strawberry millefeuille dessert.

Summary: Kim Woodward has been appointed head chef at world famous restaurant . Art deco Grill has fed prime ministers, musicians and actors for decades . Yet Masterchef runner-up is the first woman to hold the sought-after role . Has said ‘masculine' culinary traditions like daily roast trolley to continue .


Jordon Ibe is on the verge of signing a new long-term contract as Brendan Rodgers prepares to re-launch the exciting teenager’s season. Liverpool offered Ibe fresh terms in February after he had a deep impression in a sequence of games, particularly against Everton and Tottenham, that coincided with an improvement in the club’s fortunes. A deal has now been agreed and it is simply a case of the highly-regarded Ibe, who has been absent since damaging knee ligaments against Besiktas on February 26, putting pen to paper. Jordon Ibe in training for Liverpool at Melwood as he prepares to make a return from injury . Ibe is set to sign a new long-term deal at Liverpool after breaking into the first team this season . Rodgers says Ibe, 19, has looked ‘absolutely sensational’ after stepping up his rehabilitation work in the last couple of weeks and he could come straight back into the starting line-up against Newcastle on Monday night. The issue Rodgers must address is whether to stick with the 4-3-3 formation he used at Blackburn in the FA Cup last Wednesday or revert to the 3-4-3 system that had been the catalyst for an improvement in results. One thing Liverpool’s manager has conceded, though, is that Daniel Sturridge is unlikely to recapture his very best form this season, given all the injuries he has suffered. Ibe, pictured in action against Tottenham, damaged his knee ligaments while playing against Besiktas . Sturridge, who has only scored four goals in his last 15 games, admitted last week that he felt it would have to wait until the new campaign to show last year’s sparkle and his manager agrees, following 12 months in which he has suffered thigh, calf and hip issues. ‘It’s a long time out,’ said Rodgers. ‘When you’re out for that length of time it maybe takes you the same amount of time to get back again. ‘The key for him was to get back and be fit but he needs a good pre-season under his belt, a total run at pre-season and hopefully he’ll be fine for next season. Until that point we have to maximise what we can get out of him.’ Brendan Rodgers prepares his Liverpool team for the visit of Newcastle to Anfield on Monday . Daniel Sturridge is yet to rediscover his best form since returning from a lengthy injury lay off . Rodgers added: ‘Every player is different. With Daniel there’s been a number of injuries that he’s had and that’s before he came here. He had a fairly sustained run last season and served us well but this season has been difficult. ‘He just needs to find a way to physically and mentally try to keep himself as fit as he can but sometimes that isn’t all down to you — sometimes it’s about luck as well.’

Summary: Jordon Ibe to put pen to paper on a new long-term deal at Liverpool . The 19-year-old broke into the first team before falling injured . Ibe has been out since February after damaging his knee ligaments . The youngster could make a return against Newcastle on Monday . Brendan Rodgers concedes that Daniel Sturridge will not rediscover his best form this season after a number of injury problems .


Residents on the east coast of Japan's Hokkaido Island had an unexpected change of scenery this morning after 1,000ft of seabed was forced to the surface overnight. The extra stretch of coastline on Shiretoko Peninsula near the town of Rausu has risen as high as 50ft from the sea surface in some places, exposing what used to be the ocean floor. Geologists believe the emergence is a result of a landslide nearby, when melting ice and snow caused a section of land to drop, pivoting the underwater area into the air. Scroll down for video . Surprise! A man stands on a clump of land that emerged overnight along the coastline of Shiretoko Peninsula near Rausu, on Hokkaido Island, Japan . 'An aerial survey indicates that the land swell happened as a result of a landslide', local researcher Yoshinori Yajima told the Hokkaido Shimbun newspaper after he flew over the area Monday. The mass, which has risen some 30 to 50ft above sea level, measures roughly 1,000- 1,640ft long, and 100ft wide, a town official said. The new stretch of land came as a complete surprise to the locals, as there was no indication of the land movement overnight . 'The local residents said they didn't hear any sounds and there were no tremors (when the land appeared),' said Katsuhiro Tanaka, the president of the Rausu Fisheries Cooperative Association, who viewed the expanded coastline the day it was discovered. The mass, which has risen some 50ft above sea level, measures roughly 1,000- 1,640ft long, and 100ft wide . No clue: Local residents on Hokkaido island say they felt no tremors overnight, or heard any sounds to indicate movement, and that the landmass just appeared . New view: Local residents from Rausu, Hokkaido, take a look at the newly emerged coastline . Authorities have not been able to determine exactly when the landslide hit the snow-covered coastline, but they do not expect it to expand further, said an official at the central government's Hokkaido Regional Development Bureau. 'Our understanding is that this is different from earthquakes,' he told AFP. It is not believed to be related to the 7.8magnitude earthquake that struck the Kathmandu Valley on Saturday, which so far has claimed more than 4,000 lives. Under the sea: Marine organisms such as seaweed and sea urchins are still attached to the land mass .

Summary: A 1,000ft stretch of land rose up above sea level on Japanese island . The 100ft wide mass on Hokkaido is now some 30 to 50ft above sea level . It is believed to have been forced to the surface by a landslide nearby .


Police searching for missing student Karen Buckley have arrested a 21-year-old man in connection with her death after discovering human remains on a farm outside Glasgow. Officers made the grisly discovery last night as they combed rural land on the outskirts of Milngavie, some nine miles from the Scottish city. Although formal identification is yet to take place, a police spokesman said Miss Buckley's family had been informed. Police hunting for Karen Buckley have found 'human remains' on a farm outside the city and arrested a man 'in connection with her death' Police have taped off High Craigton Farm near Milngavie to the north of Glasgow after making the discovery . A number of plastic barrels were examined during the search, as well as a large metal container . Investigating: Two police stand near a sign for High Craigton Farm near Bearsden, outside Glasgow . Probe: A Police Scotland van was among the vehicles parked at High Craigton Farm near Bearsden last night . Yesterday, police investigating the nurse's disappearance said they were following a 'definite line of enquiry'. Last night police moved their search from a park in Glasgow - where the nurse's handbag had been found - to a farm, graveyard and golf course near a rural road in the Stirlingshire countryside. Police then cordoned off land to the north of Glasgow, near High Craigton farm and Windyhill Golf Club. The land lies near Bearsden, on a country road between Milngavie and Drymen. One of the fire service vehicles was said to be an Environmental Protection Unit, which deals with incidents involving hazardous chemicals and environmental contamination. Earlier this morning, a Police Scotland spokesman said: 'Police Scotland officers have recovered human remains on a farm in the north Glasgow, on the outskirts of Milngavie. 'Formal identification has yet to take place, however, police believe that they may be those of missing woman Karen Buckley. Relatives are aware. Enquiries are continuing.' Miss Buckley's parents, who had flown over from Ireland to join the hunt, said yesterday that their daughter's disappearance was totally out of character and that they were 'desperate' for her safe return. The probe had been stepped up amid 'grave concerns' for the 24-year-old's welfare. Ms Buckley, originally from Cork, was last seen on CCTV leaving the city's Sanctuary nightclub with a man at 1am on Sunday. Karen Buckley, 24, pictured (far left) with friends before going to a nightclub on the night she went missing . A spokesman for Police Scotland said last night that officers are now following 'a definite line of inquiry' Police yesterday sealed off High Craigton Farm near Bearsden, outside Glasgow, in the search for Ms Buckley. Sniffer dogs, forensic teams and specialist divers were all involved in the search . Last night, there was intense activity at the farm when fire engines and major incident trucks moved in . This map shows the outbuildings in woods near to High Craigton Farm, between Glasgow and the Stirlingshire village of Drymen, where 'human remains' were found . He told police he thought she was fine

Summary: Karen Buckley, 24, last seen with a man after visiting a Glasgow nightclub . A man has been arrested as police pursue a 'definite line of enquiry' Remains found as officers combed High Craigton farm near Milngavie . Search had moved outside city amid growing fears for nurse's welfare . Ms Buckley, from Cork, Ireland, last seen on Sunday morning leaving club .


Liverpool face a major rebuilding job this summer following a mass exit from Anfield. Manager Brendan Rodgers, who has suffered another trophyless season after the shock FA Cup semi-final defeat by Aston Villa, could see up to 10 of his stars leave. Captain Steven Gerrard has already agreed to join MLS side LA Galaxy, while defender Glen Johnson is out of contract and set to go on a free transfer. Kolo Toure is also out of contract and considering whether to accept the offer of a new deal. Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard, pictured on Sunday, is one of a number of stars who will leave Anfield . Gerrard, looking dejected following Liverpool's FA Cup semi-final defeat to Aston Villa, is off to LA Galaxy . Manager Brendan Rodgers could see up to 10 of his stars leave following another trophyless season . Kolo Toure (left) and Glen Johnson (right) are both out of contract with the latter set to leave on a free transfer . Raheem Sterling is embroiled in a contract stand-off with Manchester City certain to make an offer and Juventus the latest big European club linked with him. Defender Martin Skrtel’s future is also unclear as he is yet to agree a new contract with Wolfsburg planning a move for him. Right-back Javi Manquillo is set to return to Spain after failing to make an impact while Mario Balotelli’s £16million switch from AC Milan has been a disaster. Liverpool will listen to offers for him, although getting rid of a man on £90,000 per week will be easier said than done. Balotelli’s fellow strikers Fabio Borini and Rickie Lambert could also depart. Finally, Liverpool are looking for a goalkeeper to replace or put pressure on Simon Mignolet, meaning Brad Jones is the tenth name who would be surplus to requirements. There was one good piece of news for Liverpool fans on Monday night when Jordan Henderson agreed a new £100,000-a-week deal until 2020. Henderson, 24, is the third player in the squad to agree a contract extension, following Daniel Sturridge and Philippe Coutinho. Liverpool midfielder Jordan Henderson agreed a new £100,000-a-week deal until 2020 on Monday night . Defender Martin Skrtel, pictured up against Christian Benteke, is a target for Bundesliga side Wolfsburg . Manchester City are to make an offer for Raheem Sterling with the forward embroiled in a contract stand-off . Liverpool will listen to offers for Mario Balotelli who has endured a disastrous first season .

Summary: Liverpool face a summer overhaul with up to 10 players possibly leaving . Raheem Sterling is wanted by Premier League champions Man City . Wolfsburg have shown an interest in long-serving defender Martin Skrtel . The Anfield club will listen to offers for Italian frontman Mario Balotelli . READ: Liverpool launch bid to rival Man Utd for PSV's Memphis Depay .


A driver who was pulled over for suspected drink driving is seen in a video being clubbed by two policemen as he lays on the ground. Sean Reardon was stopped by police as he drove through Chico in California and claims once he was out of the car he was wrestled to the floor by two police officers who then hit him with a baton or stick. Video footage of the incident, taken by a bystander, has emerged and shows the 30-year-old being repeatedly hit by an officer as he lay on the road. Scroll down for video . A video has emerged which shows a man being beaten as he lays on the floor after being pulled over by police . The clip, posted by Action News Now, shows Reardon appearing to be hit with force multiple times. It is likely to inflame tensions in America about police brutality after a number of high profile incidents of beatings and fatal shootings have been caught on camera. Reardon claims he was subjected to violence 'without provocation' and suffered acute respiratory failure and had to be put on a ventilator in hospital. He was in ICU for 4 days. He says he also suffered multiple broken bones, including ribs, nose and sternum. Reardon told TMZ that after he got out of his Chevy Suburban near 5th and Main Streets in Chico, he was tackled to the floor and 'hog tied'. He said he was then thrown into the back of a van by police before being taken to hospital after the incident on February 18, at about 9.40pm. Officers claim Reardon had failed to appear at court on gun charges and refused to raise his hands after being stopped. They said he then attempted to flee when pulled over. In the footage an officer is shown repeatedly hitting Reardon with an object as he lay on the ground . Butte County Chief deputy District Attorney claimed the officers used force to restrain Reardon. He was said to be almost twice over the legal limit for driving and had traces of methamphetamine and cocaine in his blood. Reardon had allegedly hit two cars while trying to get away from the officers, KRCRtv reported. After he hit a parked car he is said to have got out of the vehicle and approached an officer, before complying with orders to lie on the ground. Reardon has denied charges of evading a peace officer, DUI, DUI with alcohol or drugs within 10 years of a prior, and resisting an executive officer . He has not been granted bail. Reardon is on the floor as one of the officers crouches down beside him and the other gets ready to hit him . The 30-year-old claims he was left with broken bones and ribs after being subjected to the brutal beating . The video footage has emerged as tensions over police brutality have increased in America following a number of shootings and incidences of violence caught on camera in recent weeks. This week helicopter cameras captured police beating Francis

Summary: Sean Reardon was stopped by police on suspected drunk driving charges . He claims once he got out of the car he was wrestled by two police . Mr Reardon said he was beaten as he lay on the floor in Chico, California . Said he suffered broken bones and ribs as well as breathing problems .


A New York dental clinic manager has been arrested on charges she posed as an actual dentist and even pulled patients' teeth. Valbona Yzeiraj was arrested on Thursday and pleaded not guilty to charges of assault, unauthorized practice of a profession and reckless endangerment. Authorities said the 45-year-old woman, from White Plains, did injections in people's mouths, performed root canals and on several occasions pulled patients' teeth. Valbona Yzeiraj was arrested on Thursday (pictured right) and pleaded not guilty to charges of assault after she illegally posed as dentist 'Dr Val' and pulled patients' teeth out at a practice in Riverdale, New York . According to CBS, she called herself 'Dr Val', putting on a lab coat when her boss, Dr Jeffrey Schoengold, wasn't present and doing dental work on unsuspecting patients. Dr Schoengold became suspicious when at least four people complained over work he had not done. One patient suffered an infection from a botched root canal and another patient was left with pain two years on from a procedure, CBS reported. Prosecutors said she was fired from Ultimate Dental Care of Riverdale after the company found out she was performing as a dentist from late 2012 to summer 2013. It is then alleged that she tried to steal from the practice. The company hasn't returned a message left seeking comment. Yzeiraj's attorney didn't immediately return a message seeking comment. Bail has been set at $20,000 bond and the 45-year-old was due back in court on May 28. She claimed to have dental training in her native Albania but authorities said she had no license in the U.S. Yzeiraj was fired from Ultimate Dental Care of Riverdale, New York (pictured) after the company found out she was illegally performing as a dentist from late 2012 to summer 2013 .

Summary: Valbona Yzeiraj, of White Plains, New York, was arrested on Thursday and pleaded not guilty to charges of assault . Authorities said the 45-year-old woman, from White Plains, did injections in people's mouths and performed root canals . When her boss was out, she allegedly pulled on a white coat and called herself 'Dr Val'


Oribe Peralta scored in the 89th minute to earn America a draw against the Montreal Impact in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions League final. The second-half substitute headed home a cross from Argentine midfielder Rubens Sambueza. Argentine striker Ignacio Piatti had put the Impact ahead when he converted Andres Romero's ball in early in the first half. Ignaciio Piatti celebrates after opening the scoring with the message 'Grandfather I love you' Piatti celebrates with team-mate Dilly Duka after putting the Canadian side in front . Oribe Peralta beats Callum Mallace to the ball to head home the equaliser for America . Nigel Reo-Coker celebrates with his team-mates after the opening goal . Peralta celebrates after his goal ensured the CONCACAF Champions League final remains finely balanced . Goalkeeper Evan Bush of Canada's Montreal Impact is seen with a laser beam on his eye . 1997-04 Wimbledon . 2004-07 West Ham . 2007-11 Aston Villa . 2011-12 Bolton . 2012-13 Ipswich . 2013-14 Vancouver Whitecaps . 2014 Chivas USA . 2015- Montreal Impact . Nigel Reo-Coker, formerly of West Ham and Aston Villa, captained the Impact for 76 minutes before he was replaced. 'I think it's a great result for us,' he said. 'It was not an easy place to come and get a result. At times, we played some great football and we showed what we were capable as a team. We could have done a little bit more some other times, but in the end, we kept ourselves in it.' Reo-Coker's coach Frank Klopas added: ;'A 1-0 win would have been great, but I think a 1-1 draw gives us confidence for the second leg.' Montreal now need a scoreless draw or a win in the second leg, to be played next Wednesday night at home at Olympic Stadium, to become the first Canadian team to win the CONCACAF tournament. Reo-Coker captained the Impact to a credible draw against America . Callum Wallace passes the ball past Darwin Quintero and Erik Pimente during the draw . Erik Pimentel (left) battles for the ball with Dilly Duka in the first leg of the final . Peralta launches into a diving header during his side's draw with the Impact . America are bidding to win their fifth CONCACAF championship and their first since 2006. 'Despite not getting a win, the tie gives me good vibrations because it's hard to generate football and we had like 12 or 13 scoring chances today,' America coach Gustavo Matosas said. 'Fortunately, for us Oribe came through for us. Montreal is a good team, that's why they are at the final, but I'm confident that we can get a win at their place.' The Impact, the first Canadian team to appear in a CONCACAF final, are trying to become the first non-Mexican team to win the tournament since Costa Rica's Saprissa in 2005.

Summary: Oribe Peralta scored a late equaliser to earn American a draw . Montreal Impact had led through Ignacio Piatti's first-half header . The second leg of the CONCACAF Champions League final is next week . Nigel Reo-Coker played 76 minutes before he was replaced .


Sunday, April 26. That is when it becomes real. The second act of Tony McCoy's life. On Saturday he will dismount from the bay gelding Box Office after the 4.25pm at Sandown Park – the Bet365 Handicap Hurdle – and it will begin. Perhaps it will not quite sink in, at first, amid the cheers and roars, the hoopla and a presentation from Ian Wright, an Arsenal hero, as befits McCoy's club allegiance. Yet the following morning, when McCoy awakes an ex-jockey, he will understand there are no more competitive rides, no more races, no more Cheltenhams or Aintrees or even modest little handicap hurdles to separate him from the field. Just entries in record books and the fact he will never have to put his hand in his pocket at any racetrack in Britain or Ireland to remind him of what was. AP McCoy will race at Sandown on Saturday for the last time before he retires after a successful career . To date, McCoy has 4,357 winning memories. Eddie Arcaro had 4,779, including five Kentucky Derbys. He was known as The Master in American racing, comparable in his field to baseball legend Joe DiMaggio and golf's Jack Nicklaus. 'I liked being a celebrity, if I'm being honest,' Arcaro said. 'When a jockey retires he becomes just another little man.' Arcaro was retired 36 years before succumbing to liver cancer in 1997. It cannot be said that McCoy has courted celebrity, or that he will ever be regarded as a little man by racegoers, yet as he scurries to his new life, minus its thrills, spills and the snap of broken bones, one cannot help but ask: why? To be a jockey is to live a life of denial, early nights, early mornings, restraint at the dinner table, water at the bar, long, hot baths to sweat out the weight that, in McCoy's case, lowered his sperm count. His children were born through IVF treatment. Yet not one of McCoy's thoughts on retiring has centred greatly on the inconveniences or even the pain of injury. He doesn't now talk excitedly of lavish lunches or late nights, of never having to look at a fractured vertebrae via x-ray; there is no hint of the social whirl experienced by Sir Alex Ferguson on stepping down at Manchester United. McCoy will host a party at home on Sunday for family, friends and his closest racing colleagues, and the next day travel to the Punchestown festival with JP McManus, as a spectator. The rest of his retirement talk amounts to wishful thinking. McCoy simply reiterates he would still like to be riding. If he could ride in disguise for another three years he would do just that. McCoy (left) and wife Chanelle will host a party at home on Sunday for family and friends . And why would he need a mask? That is the puzzle of McCoy's decision: the fear that appears to be at the heart of it. He is genuinely, unfathomably, unnerved by the thought of staying too long, of not going

Summary: AP McCoy finished well ahead of rivals in Jump Jockeys Championship . There is no-one on his shoulder, no-one breathing down his neck . He will race at Sandown for the last time before retiring on Saturday .


A food supplier for supermarket giant Tesco has sacked a farm worker who was caught on camera urinating in a field of vegetables. A disgusted member of the public snapped the man on his mobile phone after spotting him using the field as a makeshift toilet. The worker, who can be seen in a high-vis jacket, casually stood in the middle of the crops urinating on the plants - despite a toilet being only 18 metres away. Caught on camera: The farm worker seen urinating in a field of vegetables in Benington, Lincolnshire. A member of the public took the picture and informed the field owner TH Clements & Son . TH Clements & Son, which owns the field in Benington, Lincolnshire, was alerted and sacked the worker with immediate effect. The passer-by who saw the man yesterday, who does not wish to be named, said: 'It was disgusting. It wants stopping. 'We name and shame people for dropping litter in the streets. We should do the same with this idiot.' A spokesman for food producers TH Clements said: 'We terminated the services of the individual worker as he failed to follow company procedures which request that all workers use the toilets provided. 'Despite the fact that a toilet was less than 18 metres away from him, he decided to urinate in the field rather than use the toilet. Immediate action: TH Clements & Son (pictured) which owns the field in Benington, Lincolnshire, where the worker was caught urinating said he was sacked with immediate effect after the company was alerted . 'Highest quality': Tesco has said its vegetables undergo an 'extensive assessment and review process' before they reach supermarket shelves . 'Although he did not urinate on the crops, this does not excuse him from his actions. 'All our vegetables go through an extensive assessment and review process before they are distributed, including trimming and two quality assessment panels. 'The incident took place in an unplanted area of one of our fields and the worker in question has had his contract terminated as a result of this incident. 'On top of their usual training, all our field staff are currently undergoing a refresher induction.' TH Clements also said there was absolutely no health issues arising from the incident. The spokesman added: 'Urine is virtually sterile when it leaves the human body, it does not carry any bacteria, it has been used by avid growers for personal use for years as it is very high in Nitrogen. 'Urine is considered safe for individual use.' The team has more than 150 years combined experience in the Brassica industry. It grows vegetables in Benington which are supplied to several businesses including Tesco. A Tesco spokesman said: 'We work closely with our suppliers to make sure all the products we sell are of the highest quality. 'All our vegetables go through an extensive assessment and review process before they reach our shelves. 'We are working with our supplier to make sure all the right processes are in place for the future.'

Summary: The worker was caught on camera by a member of the public . Field owner TH Clements & Son was alerted and the man was sacked . Passer-by who used mobile phone to snap photo branded act 'disgusting' Tesco: Vegetables undergo 'extensive assessment' before hitting shelves .


Walter Scott and his passenger were looking forward to having a cookout when he was pulled over and shot dead by a South Carolina police officer, it has emerged. Scott, 50, and Pierre Fulton, his friend of several years, had met for breakfast on April 4 before Scott drove him to a church so Fulton could collect a bag of vegetables. He then took Fulton home to drop off the bag there before they both headed over to Scott's house. 'They were heading to Walter Scott's house to eventually have a cookout that afternoon,' said Fulton's attorney, Mark Peper. But as they returned home, their car was pulled over for a broken tail light in North Charleston. Scroll down for video . Heartbroken: Pierre Fulton is 'torn up' about the death of his friend, Walter Scott, on April 4, his attorney has said. The two men were heading to Scott's home on April 4 for a cookout when Scott was killed by a cop . Killed: Scott, 50, ran from his car when he was pulled over by North Charleston officer Michael Slager, right, for a broken tail light. As he ran away, Slager shot the father-of-four multiple times, killing him . Scott jumped out of the car fled the scene - and was shot multiple times in the back by officer Michael Slager in a horrifying incident captured on a passerby's cell phone camera. Peper said that his client did not know why Scott ran from the car but that he said there was no confrontation. Following the stop 'there was never a conversation between Pierre and Walter regarding the reason for the stop, what his intentions were - anything along those lines,' Peper said. Scott was behind $18,000 in his child support payments and family members have said he may have run because he was worried about going to jail. Scott, who is black, ran away and a video showed Slager, who is white, firing eight shots at Scott. Fleeing: A dash cam video still provided by the North Charleston Police Department shows Scott leaving his car after a traffic stop on April 4. His passenger said he does not know why Scott fled . Gunned down: A passerby captured this video of Slager shooting Scott dead as he tried to flee the scene . Fulton said he heard the crackle of a Taser and shots fired. From where Scott's car was parked, his client could see Slager chase after Scott but did not see him get shot, Peper said. 'As they turned the corner, he wasn't able to see anything that occurred,' he said. And while his client heard the Taser followed by the gunshots, 'he doesn't recall the timing or how many seconds between it. All that's a bit foggy', he said. Peper said his client has also given a statement to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. Family members said earlier that two were headed to an auto parts store at the time of the shooting. Peper said they may have had errands planned but his client

Summary: Scott was driving Pierre Fulton back to his house after taking him to a nearby church to collect a bag of vegetables on April 4 . But they were pulled over for his broken tail light and Scott fled from cops . He was shot multiple times by officer Michael Slager, who was charged with his murder after a passerby released cellphone footage of the death . Fulton, who had known Scott for several years, said he does not know why his friend ran and did not see the shooting . 'He is torn up,' his lawyer said .


It’s that time of year when the English challenge in Europe fades in the face of overwhelming firepower and the thorny issue of the salary cap re-surfaces. This time, Dai Young has sounded the annual alarm. Wasps’ director of rugby could not have asked much more from his gallant side as they pushed Toulon all the way before losing their Champions Cup quarter-final at Stade Felix Mayol on Sunday. Yet, the scale of what they were up against was illustrated by the sight of Matt Giteau and Juan Fernandez Lobbe – two of the world’s finest players – coming on as replacements for the hosts. A pair of Springboks, Bryan Habana and Juan Smith, were among a glittering non-playing contingent. Wasps coach Dai Young has called for reform to the Premiership salary cap so English clubs can compete on the European stage - the comments came after his team lost 32-18 to Toulon on Sunday . Lozowski makes a diving pass while his ankle is grasped by the Toulon player on the ground . Toulon's English speedster Delon Armitage makes a break for the defending champions . CLERMONT v SARACENS, Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, St Etienne, Saturday, April 18, 3.15pm (GMT) TOULON v LEINSTER, Stade Vélodrome, Marseille, Sunday, April 19, 3.15pm (GMT) Young quipped that the absence of Leigh Halfpenny from the Toulon ranks meant that Wasps only had ‘about five world-class full-backs to worry about’. The joke hinted at a more serious point; the personnel gulf between the wealthy French elite and their Premiership rivals. The English clubs simply can’t compete when the leading Top 14 sides play to their potential, due to the disparity in budgets. Yet again, the salary cap — currently £5.5million — is back on the agenda. ‘There are pros and cons for everything,’ said Young. ‘The salary cap has worked; all the clubs have been sustainable for a long period, it’s the most competitive league in Europe and there have been two or three different title winners in the last few seasons, too. Wasps' No 10 Alex Lozowski kicks away from Michalak during their European Champions Cup quarter-final . Toulon playmaker Frederic Michalak pulls the strings for the defending European champions . ‘It has also meant a lot of young English players are getting exposure at that level, so it has done what it was intended to do. But maybe we need a a re-think about how important Europe is to the English teams and how the salary cap leaves us when playing against the big French teams. ‘Realistically, Premiership teams need a bit of luck to arrive at these games with their best team fit. With the salary cap, there’s no way we can match the massive squads these clubs have.’ Wasps couldn’t match Toulon’s depth of playing resources, but they did trouble the holders thanks to the dynamic efforts of two young Englishmen — centre Elliot Daly and scrum-half Joe Simpson. Their electric running maintained the form Young believes should put them in contention for a place in England’s World Cup squad. ‘I don’t know what

Summary: Dai Young wants to reform the current salary cap in English top flight . It means Premiership clubs are struggling to compete with French . Young's Wasps side lost 32-18 to Toulon in Champions Cup last eight . Only Saracens made it through to the last four from England .


These amazing pictures show how this incredibly strong ant is able to literally tie its opposition in knots. The dramatic, up-close images, captured by a Bornean student, show the incredible power of the tiny creature. The weaver ant is able to cleverly balance the centipede which is much larger and heavier but ultimately helpless in the insect's grasp. The dramatic, up-close images, captured by a Bornean student, show the incredible power of the tiny creature . The weaver ant is able to cleverly balance the centipede which is much larger and heavier but helpless . Here the centipede wraps itself in a circle as it attempts to escape the weaver ant . Wrapping its legs around a minute branch, the ant holds the centipede by just one leg. Struggling to to escape the much smaller insect's grasp the hapless prey contorts itself into an array of shapes as it tries to escape. The tiny creature uses the poise of a circus performer or an American wrestler as it throws the centipede around. Wrapping its legs around a minute branch, the ant holds the centipede by just one leg and lifts it into the air . The centipede tries to fight back, wrapping itself around the ant but the bid for freedom is ultimately hopeless . The centipede here extends itself to its full length, trying to put the ant off balance, but it remains strong . In its desperate efforts to escape, the centipede makes it looks like a question mark, a pound sign and other strange shapes. Student Frenki Jung, 17, from Sambas in Borneo captured the hilarious images. He shot the super close-ups in his front garden at home.

Summary: Amazing pictures show a millipede stretching as it tries to escape a tiny, hungry weaver ant much smaller than itself . The weaver ant shows incredible strength as it throws around its large prey and cleverly balances the centipede . Student Frenki Jung, 17, from Sambas, Borneo captured dramatic images, He shot the close-ups in his front garden .


While Indonesia's plan to execute Myuran Sukumaran and Andrew Chan has not dented Australian tourist visits to the island, a proposed alcohol ban could. The number of Australians visiting Bali over the past two months was up 16.7 per cent from the same period last year, with more arriving than any other nationality. Indonesia Institute president Ross Taylor says it is unfortunate the fate of Bali Nine drug smugglers is probably third on the list of concerns about Indonesia among fellow nationals. A proposed ban on alcohol in Indonesia could deter Australians from holidaying in Bali . An Indonesia expert says Australian tourists are more worried about a proposed booze ban there than the execution of the Bali Nine pair, Myuran Sukumaran (left) and Andrew Chan (right) Mr Taylor says legislation proposed by two Islamic parties banning consumption of all beverages containing more than one per cent alcohol is considered more of a worry, and could become law as early as the end of this year if backed by President Joko Widodo. Also of concern is a review of foreign property ownership. Mr Taylor said mini marts would be the initial focus of the alcohol ban, which would be broadened but not apply to certain locations to protect tourism, such as five-star hotels. He said the proposal had 'horrified' authorities in Bali. Mini marts would be the initial focus of the alcohol ban, which would be broadened but not apply to certain locations to protect tourism, such as five-star hotels . 'My own view would be that common sense would prevail... but I'd be cautious in saying that because there are some of the more pronounced religious groups throughout Indonesia really gaining momentum now,' Mr Taylor told AAP. 'In Aceh, they've introduced Sharia law. Very strictly. Even foreigners can be arrested in Aceh for not dressing appropriately.' Mr Taylor said nationalist sentiment was running high, with Indonesian authorities reviewing every property to ascertain whether it was being held on behalf of a foreigner. 'A lot of them are,' he said. 'The state will either resume that property or offer the nominee the option of just keeping it for themselves, with no legal comeback from the foreign owner. 'So if you take that and the alcohol thing I think it's really symptomatic of a disturbing trend - and Indonesia is a country that stole my heart so I'm not anti-Indonesia - of the Jokowi government showing all the signs of being naive, dysfunctional and lost at the moment. 'Just drifting off into thought bubbles.'

Summary: A proposed ban on alcohol in Indonesia could deter Australians from Bali . The number of Aussie tourists visiting the island continues to rise . Mini marts would be the initial focus of the alcohol ban . But it will not apply to certain tourist locations including five-star hotels . The proposal could become law as early as the end of this year if backed by President Joko Widodo .


Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini accepts his side are now facing a fight to stay in the Champions League places. City appear to have lost too much ground to Chelsea in the Barclays Premier League title race and their recent form has led to a further worry, with the sides behind them catching fast. The fading champions could even find themselves in fourth place before they next play - at Crystal Palace on Monday - if results go against them over the weekend. Manuel Pellegrini (centre) shakes hands with David Silva during Manchester City training . Martin Demichelis (left), Wilfried Bony (centre) and Fernando during Friday's session . Frank Lampard (right) looks to play a pass as he and his team-mates are put through their paces . This is not a battle they envisaged having to fight at the start of the campaign but Pellegrini realises nothing can be taken for granted after a frustrating second half of the season. Pellegrini said: 'I think in this league you can never be sure you are going to have a Champions League place. You have six or seven teams that, from the beginning, all of them play for that position. 'At the moment, for the whole year, we have been in a position of the Champions League. I hope that we will continue.' Pellegrini believes his side are now in a battle for the Champions League places and not the title . Manchester City have struggled to keep up with Chelsea, who are closing in on the Premier League trophy . The ramifications of dropping out of the top four, however, are not really something Pellegrini wants to consider, given that he still has hopes of landing the title. With just eight games remaining and a significant deficit to make up on Chelsea that looks a forlorn task, but Pellegrini is not giving up. The Chilean said: 'Of course if we want to continue in the first position of the table we must not drop any more points. It is easy to say but not easy to do it. 'We just know that from now until the end of the season we will try to win all the games and we will see if we can do it. We have to play eight finals from now until the end.' Sergio Aguero has found goals hard to come by in recent weeks but will hope to find the net on Monday . James Milner is in line to return after withdrawing from the England squad with a knee problem . City will hope to be at full strength for the trip to Selhurst Park. Pellegrini reported nothing other than 'small problems' when asked about any injury concerns at his pre-match press conference. That means a likely return for key midfielder Yaya Toure, who missed the 3-0 victory over West Brom a fortnight ago with an Achilles problem but has since played for Ivory Coast. Fellow midfielder James Milner has also been troubled by a knee problem in recent weeks - and withdrew from England's midweek

Summary: Manuel Pellegrini says his side are in a fight for the Champions League . Manchester City have slipped further behind Chelsea in the title race . City travel to Alan Pardew's Crystal Palace on Monday night . CLICK HERE for all the latest Manchester City news .