A four-year-old girl who is paralyzed from the chest down got a heartwarming birthday surprise as she was thousands of feet in the air. Mazzy, who suffers from Spina Bifida, was on board a Southwest Airlines flight over the US when the entire airplane sang her happy birthday and moved her to tears earlier this month. Mom Brein Bjorson Marzano was flying with Mazzy and her other daughter Birkly from Tampa to Pittsburgh on their way home from vacation. Scroll down for video . Moved to tears: Mazzy, who suffers from Spina Bifida, was on board a Southwest Airlines flight over the US when the entire airplane sang her happy birthday and moved her to tears . According to a post on Marzano's Facebook, Brikly insisted her mother tell the crew it was Mazzy's birthday so that she could get a 'wing pin' from the pilot. To the family's surprise the entire plane sang happy birthday and made the passengers on the plane pretend that the overhead lights were candles for Mazzy to blow out. The crew fashioned Mazzy a birthday cake made from toilet paper and a princess crown out of pretzels. 'The coolest thing ever! Thank you southwest for giving our special girl such a special day!! I said was that the coolest thing and she said 'ever in mine whole life!' #foreverflyingsouthwest, wrote Marzano. Little Mazzy was moved to tears and Southwest Airlines plans to reward the staff members who made Mazzy's flight so special. Delighted: Mazzy was tickled pink with her birthday surprise last month thanks to Southwest Airlines and received a crown made from pretzels and a cake made from toilet paper . Loving family: Mom Brein Bjorson Marzano (center) was flying with Mazzy (left) and her other daughter Birkly (right)from Tampa to Pittsburgh on their way home from vacation . Happy birthday song: The Southwest Airlines flight crew presented mazzy with gifts and had the whole entire plane sing happy birthday to her .

Summary: Mazzy was on board a Southwest Airlines flight over the US when the entire airplane sang her happy birthday and brought her to tears of joy . Mazzy, who just turned four, suffers from Spina Bifida and is paralyzed from the waist down . The crew of the airplane made Mazzy a crown from pretzels and a birthday cake made from toilet paper .


Tesco has ordered its staff to get fit by dancing and running on the spot in store amid concerns about overweight checkout workers putting off customers. The supermarket giant published a list of tips on how its 314,000 UK workers can stay active in their jobs and not become couch potatoes in a post on its staff website. Industry insiders have said that the initiative is part of a wider move to smarten up Tesco stores in the eyes of consumers. Show us your moves: The supermarket giant has encouraged employees to dance in the store in whatever style they see fit. Other healthy tips are to have walking meetings or start running on the spot while at work . One suggested that slimmer employees can work faster and are less likely to be off sick, according to the Sun. The insider said: 'Let's be honest, trim workers are less likely to take days off sick, plus they can stack shelves more quickly than fat ones. Stay in shape: Tesco's new boss Dave Lewis. The supermarket has encouraged its staff to get fit . 'But this also ties in with attempts to smarten up Tesco stores. Healthy workers will give a more appealing look than a bunch of sweaty, overweight workers wheezing around the aisles.' Among the ways to get fit and healthy, according to Tesco's post, is to 'encourage your colleagues to have walking meetings – get outside in the fresh air to help boost your steps and your creativity!' It also states: 'Dancing can be an excellent way of keeping fit – it’s great fun and anyone can do it. And there are so many different types, there’s bound to be a style out there for you!' The bizarre tips continue for when workers are at home. Employees have been told to run up and down stairs in the ad breaks of their favourite TV shows so they do not become couch potatoes. A spokesman for Tesco said: 'Colleagues asked us to help them think about their health and we are happy to lend a hand with some ideas to stay active.'

Summary: It has been suggested the idea is part of move to smarten up Tesco stores . Industry insider says 'sweaty, overweight workers' are putting shoppers off . Among the advice tips is to get dancing in stores or have walking meetings .


Former Holland forward Dirk Kuyt is returning to Feyenoord next season, aiming to end his professional playing days at the club that was a launching pad for nine years at Liverpool and Fenerbahce, the Rotterdam club announced Friday. Kuyt signed a one-year contract with Feyenoord, who are currently third in the top-flight Eredivisie, but said his stay will likely be longer. Kuyt grew into a favorite among Feyenoord's fanatical fans during his first stint with the club from 2003-2006, after transferring from Utrecht. He was the Eredivisie's top scorer in the 2004-2005 season and was named Dutch footballer of the year in 2006. Dirk Kuyt (left) is returning to Feyenoord, nine years after leaving the Dutch Eredivsie club for Liverpool . Kuyt retired from international football in October after finishing third with the Netherlands at last year's World Cup - a tournament where he underscored his versatility by playing on the wing and at left back. He made 104 appearances for the Netherlands and scored 24 goals. He also was part of the team that finished second in the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, losing to Spain in the final. The 34-year-old said now is a good time to return to Rotterdam as "I'm fit and have a great drive to make a success of my time at De Kuip," Feyenoord's stadium. Feyenoord director Martin van Geel said that although Kuyt signed only a one-year deal both he and the club intend his stay in Rotterdam to be longer. "Dirk can keep going for years," Van Geel said. "As far as he's concerned, he can become the Ryan Giggs of Feyenoord and we will add many more years. This will be music to the ears of all Feyenoord fans." The forward has had a successful career for Liverpool, Fenerbache and playing for his country .

Summary: Dirk Kuyt agrees one-year-deal to move back to former club Feyenoord . The Dutchman left in 2006 to sign for Liverpool before moving to Turkey . Kuyt made 208 appearances for Liverpool, scoring 51 goals . CLICK HERE for all the latest Liverpool news .


When a man arrived at a hospital in India complaining of a stomach ache, doctors suspected it might be a run-of-the-mill case of food poisoning or an ulcer. However they were amazed to find the man had actually swallowed hundreds of coins and nails. Over a three year period Rajpal Singh, 34, had swallowed 140 coins, 150 nails and a handful of nuts, bolts and batteries. He had also gulped down screws, nails and magnets. Rajpal Singh, 34, had hundreds of coins and other objects removed from his stomach after complaining of an ache. The image shows an X-ray with the mass of metal objects shown in white in his stomach . Doctors were amazed when an endoscopy (a long thin tube with a camera attached) revealed hundreds of foreign objects inside Mr Singh's stomach. The endoscopy is pictured . Over a three year period, Mr Singh had swallowed, 140 coins, 150 nails and nuts and bolts, batteries and magnets. Some of the objects removed are pictured . When doctors carried out an endoscopy – inserting a long, thin, tube with a camera attached to the end – it revealed the hundreds of foreign objects in his stomach. Mr Singh, a farmer from Bathinda in India's western state of Punjab, said his bizarre habit began after he fell into a depression, and eating metal objects brought him comfort. He said: 'I used to gulp down coins and metals with fruit juice or milk. 'Due to family problems I had slipped into depression and got hooked onto this weird habit. 'Doctors have told me those sharp objects would have punctured my intestine and I would have eventually died. 'I feel much more relaxed now. I am never going to do this again.' Mr Singh claims he didn't realise his stomach pain was due to his habit of eating metal objects. Doctors have carried out 240 endoscopy procedures to remove the objects, as well as a nine-hour operation. But Mr Singh will still need another procedure to remove the rest of the metal . Pictured are X-rays of Mr Singh's stomach, revealing the mass of foreign objects. Mr Singh said: 'Doctors have told me those sharp objects would have punctured my intestine and I would have eventually died' Dr Gagendeep Goyal (pictured centre in blue) led a team of five doctors who carried out the operation to remove the objects from Mr Singh's abdomen . He went to many medical centres in Punjab complaining of a painful ache in his abdomen, but no doctors could diagnose the problem. Finally, Dr Gagandeep Goyal, a gastroentologist at a local hospital, carried out an X-ray and revealed the mass of metal deep in Mr Singh's stomach. He has since carried out more than 240 endoscopy procedures to remove the objects - yet some still remain. Leading a team of five doctors, he also carried out a nine hour operation to remove more of the metal, yet Mr Singh will still need another operation to remove the rest. Dr Goyal said: 'The patient came to us with severe

Summary: Rajpal Singh, 34, had become depressed and began eating metal objects . Over three years he swallowed around 140 coins, 150 nails and more . Says he didn't realise this habit could be the cause of his stomach aches . Has undergone 240 procedures to remove objects - but some still remain .


The father of the little girl who starred in a photograph that sent the internet into a frenzy because of a mystery pair of boots has 'no idea' what the object could be. Martin Springall, 38, photographed his young daughter - who he wished not be named - standing near a rocky outcrop in Zushi, Japan, in July 2014. He said he was living and working in Tokyo, around an hour north, and wanted to send a picture 'to my wife, who was at work'. 'I took a series of them,' Mr Springall said via email. 'It wasn't until I was checking them later in the evening that I just happened to notice the boots behind her in that one shot.' 'I showed my wife immediately. She was considerably more upset by it than I was, to be honest. Martin Springall (pictured with his daughter, who he wished not to be named) said he had 'no idea' what the item could be . A trick of the light or paranormal forces at play? There is chatter online about what the cause of this apparent black boot apparition is . Eerie: A pair of black boots are clearly seen behind the little girl - even though her photographer father apparently does not recall a person standing there . The Reddit user who posted the controversial image online suggested they could be samurai boots - although others are not so sure . Mr Springall gave permission for his friend, Brian, to post the image to Reddit - where it became a topic of 'mostly negative' discussion - until it resurfaced this week . 'I just kind of obsessed over that one photo for a couple of hours that evening and then tried to forget about it. 'I really don't like dwelling on stuff like this, to be honest - it freaks me out.' The photograph has sparked considerable debate on the website Reddit, with sceptics arguing whether the picture was modified, if there was a person standing behind the girl or if it was all a trick of the light. Mr Springall insisted there was 'no one' else in the vicinity - and said it had not been Photoshopped, despite sceptics believing otherwise. 'I certainly would have noticed someone standing behind her in one of the shots,' he said. 'She likely wouldn't even have posed for the picture in that case, because she's incredibly shy'. In this picture from the same set, no one appears to be standing behind this little girl . However, in this other supplied picture, the black boots have returned . 'I have no idea what the boots are, where they come from or what they could represent. 'All I can tell you is that I totally get the cynicism.... If I saw that online I would view it exactly the same way. 'I can assure you, though, that it was just the two of us in the area and the photo is 100% untouched. He said he showed his friend Brian Publicover, 38, the picture on a camping trip

Summary: Photograph showed mysterious pair of boots behind little girl . No one else was there, says the little girl's father, who took the picture . Martin Springall said their picture was not Photoshopped . He also said no one was standing behind the girl . Sceptics believe it could be a rocky outcrop or trick of the light . 'I really don't like dwelling on stuff like this, to be honest - it freaks me out' 'I'm about as skeptical as they come when it comes to the paranormal, so your guess is as good as mine'


Police said Friday that they're trying to find a couple and five children who left a North Las Vegas home where a 3-year-old girl was found dead and a 4-month-old girl was so badly neglected by her 17-year-old mother that the child was hospitalized in critical condition. If Kellie Cherie Phillips, 38, and Jondrew Megil Lachaux, a 39-year-old ex-convict, aren't in Nevada, they may be in the Los Angeles or Oakland, California, areas, North Las Vegas police Officer Aaron Patty said. Patty told reporters that Phillips and Lachaux were sought for questioning, and that no Amber Alert or arrest warrant had been issued. Scroll down for video . Police are hunting for Kellie Cherie Phillips, 38, and Jondrew Megil Lachaux, a 39-year-old ex-convict, after tying the couple to a case of horrific child neglect . But he stressed that police were worried about the welfare of the five children - a 9-year-old girl and four boys ranging in age from 1 to 8 years old - who were believed to be with them. 'We have a 4-month-old fighting for life at the hospital,' Patty said. 'It is imperative for us to locate these children so that we can verify the condition of them.' He said police believe Phillips and Lachaux abandoned the house several weeks or months ago, leaving the 17-year-old girl with the two younger children in a brown stucco two-story tract home with a tile roof on Wood Thrush Place, about 10 miles northwest of downtown Las Vegas. KSNV reports the couple are the parents of the dead child. The 17-year-old was taken into custody Wednesday, after police were alerted by hospital officials to the condition of the 4-month-old. She had taken the baby to Sunrise Hospital. A police SWAT team broke into the house Thursday to find the body of the 3-year-old. The teen is the mother of the hospitalized child and sister of the dead child, and she is being held as a juvenile on child abuse and neglect allegations, Patty said. Names were not disclosed. A police SWAT team broke into the couple's house Thursday and discovered the body of the 3-year-old . Patty said the hospitalized girl was severely malnourished. Patty wouldn't describe conditions inside the home, other injuries to the children, where the 3-year-old's body was found or how she died. He said police removed items from the property, but he declined to specify them. Investigators believe the child had been dead for several days, and the teen and her baby remained in the house with the corpse until Wednesday, Patty said. The coroner has not released a cause of death. Neighbors were understandably shocked. 'Definitely bothersome,' Michael Frank told reporters. 'We got kids of our own and want them to be safe so we hope things won't happen like that again.'

Summary: Kellie Cherie Phillips, 38, and Jondrew Megil Lachaux, are likely in Nevada, Los Angeles or Oakland, police say . Couple left another 17-year-old daughter alone with her own baby and the couple's daughter, 3 . Police found dead girl after the 17-year-old brought the critically ill baby the hospital .


David Cameron embarked on his first proper walkabout of the election campaign today, and was soon told to 'f*** off back to Eton'. The Tory leader, who has been criticised for a dull campaign featuring a lack of ordinary voters, embarked on a tour of the streets of Alnwick to drum up support for his re-election. But he was reprimanded by one local woman for the 'name-calling' in the campaign, while a busker with a ukulele sang: 'f*** off back to Eton with all your Eton chums'. David Cameron embarked on his first proper walkabout of the campaign today in Alnwick, and was greeted by a man with a ukulele singing: 'F*** off back to Eton' Tory strategists had planned a low-key day while Labour leader Ed Miliband launched his party manifesto in Manchester. Mr Cameron has staged his first on-camera walkabout of the campaign - and was urged to avoid 'name calling' tactics against Ed Miliband. In an extraordinary attack last week, Defence Secretary Michael Fallon claimed Mr Miliband had stabbed his brother in the back to win the Labour leadership, and was now 'willing to stab the United Kingdom in the back to become prime minister' by giving up the Trident missile system to secure the support of the SNP. Mr Miliband rounded on the 'desperate smears' by Mr Cameron's 'minions'. Privately senior Tories admitted the attack had backfired, and triggered fresh complaints that it detracted from positive policies on freezing rail fares and volunteering. Today in Alnwick in Berwick-upon-Tweed constituency, one woman told Mr Cameron: 'I don't like the name calling in politics ... Be a good boy.' As Mr Cameron spoke to local voters, he was urged to avoid 'name calling' tactics against Ed Miliband . Despite the heckling, Mr Cameron was repeatedly stopped and asked to pose for selfies - a major feature of the election campaign . The Tory campaign was boosted by a new poll which suggested they have pulled away a six point lead over Labour . During his attempts to meet voters, the Prime Minister bought some sausages at Turnbull's butchers and chatted with shoppers during the 15 minute stroll. Mr Cameron was joined on his walkabout by Tory candidate Anne-Marie Trevelyan, who is trying to take the seat from the Lib Dems after incumbent Sir Alan Beith stood down. The premier also visited the Icon Plastics factory in Stockton South constituency, where Conservative James Wharton is defending a narrow 322 majority. Mr Cameron has been criticised for failing to engage with ordinary voters, but Tory insiders rejected the accusation. They said Mr Cameron had been on a 'walkabout' at Barry Island's seafront in Wales last week, held a 'Cameron Direct' question and answer session with 150 members of the public and took part in a public hustings in his own constituency at the weekend. The Tory campaign was boosted by a new poll which suggested they have pulled away a six point lead over Labour. The Prime Minister bought some sausages at Turnbull's butchers and chatted with shoppers during the 15 minute

Summary: Prime Minister embarks on tour of Alnwick high street to woo voters . Follows criticism of sterile, boring campaign ignoring ordinary people . Tory leader told to stop 'name-calling' and heckled by a busker .


A southern Iowa chiropractor accused of accepting sex as payment for his services and performing exorcisms on patients has surrendered his state license. The Iowa Board of Chiropractic released a report Wednesday detailing charges against Charles Manuel, of Lamoni. Manuel signed an agreement last month admitting his misdeeds and pledging not to apply for reinstatement for at least 10 years. Patient satisfaction: A chiropractor in Iowa has surrendered his license to practice and admitted to swapping services for sex and performing exorcisms on some patients. Nonetheless, he's received outstanding evaluations for patient satisfaction on HealthGrades.com . The agreement requires that Manuel prove any circumstances surrounding the revocation of his license no longer exist before he can resume practicing chiropractic in the state. Those circumstances included bartering sex for services with some patients. Manuel also recommended that patients stop taking medication he prescribed to them. A woman who answered a call to Manuel's home from the Des Moines Register declined to comment on the case. A woman at his former practice said he hadn't worked there for some time. A Lamoni address listed on the Yelp page for Manuel's practice appears to be a home on a residential street. While Maneul has received just three patient survey responses on HealthGrades.com, those responses were quite positive. The disgraced chiropractor received a perfect five out of five stars in patient satisfaction. Strange practice: Charles Manuel, who admitted wrongdoing to the Iowa Board of Chiropractic, listed his practice's addresses on this residential street in the small agricultural town of Lamoni in southern Iowa .

Summary: Charles Manuel of Lamoni, Iowa admitted to a review board that he traded sexual favors for his services . Manuel also fessed up to performing exorcisms and to telling patients to stop taking medications prescribed to them by a medical doctor . The Iowa Board of Chiropractic required Manuel to pledge he would not apply for reinstatement of the license, but only for 10 years .


A Rajasthan Royals player in India's lucrative domestic cricket league was offered money to influence a game last month but reported the approach to the country's board, the team said on Friday. The player, who was not named, was offered money by a state team mate if he followed a 'pre-decided pattern of play', the Indian Express reported. Confirming the approach, the Rajasthan franchise said the player immediately reported the incident to the Indian cricket board's (BCCI) Anti-Corruption and Security Unit. Action from the 2012 Indian Premier League between Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Daredevils . 'Over a month ago, a player from Rajasthan Royals was approached inappropriately by a player (who was not part of the IPL) in connection with the Indian Premier League 2015 matches,' Rajasthan CEO Raghu Iyer said in a statement. 'Rajasthan Royals commends the player for having reported this incident immediately and for his honesty and uprightness. 'His dedication to maintain the highest standards of integrity needs to be lauded.' BCCI secretary Anurag Thakur confirmed that the player had informed the anti-corruption unit about the incident. 'A player was approached and he immediately intimated BCCI anti-corruption unit. Glad that BCCI education policy showing positive results,' Thakur said on Twitter. 'Players are alert and they know what is to be done due to our regular education efforts.' Rajasthan are all too aware about the threat of match-fixing after former India paceman Shanthakumaran Sreesanth and two other cricketers from the team were arrested in 2013 on suspicion of taking money to concede a fixed number of runs. Sreesanth, who denied any wrongdoing, was subsequently banned for life by the BCCI.

Summary: Indian Premier League player says he was approached to match fix . Unnamed IPL player represents Rajasthan Royals in lucrative league . CLICK HERE for all the latest IPL cricket news .


Former Manchester United midfielder Quinton Fortune claims Neymar looked a shadow of his former self during Barcelona's slender 1-0 La Liga win over Celta Vigo. Barcelona ensured they remained four points clear of title rivals Real Madrid by scrapping to a hard-fought victory over mid-table outfit Celta Vigo. However despite the win, Fortune insists Barcelona boss Luis Enrique should be concerned by Neymar's body language during the La Liga encounter. Quinton Fortune claims Neymar looked uncomfortable during Barcelona's 1-0 win over Celta Vigo . Neymar, pictured with fellow Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi, struggled to impress against Celta Vigo . The Brazilian forward has failed to hit the back of the net in his last four games for Barcelona . Fortune, speaking on Sky Sports, said during the interval of Barcelona's match at Balaidos: 'Neymar has not been himself for the last couple of weeks. 'You expect Neymar to at least hit the target [when he shoots at goal]. His body language does not look right.' Neymar's last league goal came against Levante on February 15 and he has failed to hit the back of the net in his last four games in a Barcelona shirt. Fortune, who himself played in Spain during his time at Mallorca and Atletico Madrid in the 1990s, went on to praise Barcelona for having a plan B when it came to breaking down Celta Vigo's resilient defence. Jeremy Mathieu (right) heads home in the 73rd minute to hand Barcelona a 1-0 lead against Celta Vigo . Celta Vigo goalkeeper Alvarez Conde (right) is unable to stop the powerful header from Mathieu . He added: ‘The win is very important for the whole team. It was a bit of quality. That is what happens when you do not score against Barcelona when you are on top. 'Barcelona have been playing nice football for years but it seems like they are now capable of scoring from set pieces. ‘Barcelona are not playing well and still getting results. They did the same thing against Real Madrid because I thought Madrid were the better side but they have the know-how.’ Enrique's side claimed all three points thanks to a close-range bullet header by Jeremy Mathieu in the 73rd minute. Gerard Pique (right) and Sergio Busquets join the French defender in celebrating Mathieu's second-half goal .

Summary: Neymar struggled to impress in Barcelona's slender win over Celta Vigo . Quinton Fortune has questioned why Neymar's form has dipped . Neymar has failed to score in his last four games for Barcelona . Fortune heaped praise on Barca for being able to scrape vital win .


A Florida community has voiced objection to plans of a forensic research 'body farm' in which human bodies will be left in Florida elements for extended periods of time. The body farm, which would be located in Lithia, is a joint project between the University of South Florida Institute of Anthropology and the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. It has the potential to offer forensic scientists and law-enforcement investigators a chance to see what happens to the bodies when they are left in Florida elements. Five to ten bodies from USF's After Life Body Donation Program would be buried or placed on two acres of the Walter C. Heinrich Practical Training Center in Lithia, which is a 230-acre plot of land bordered by a landfill and county property. Scroll down for video . University of South Florida, in a joint project with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, have proposed building a 'body farm' in Lithia for research into how Florida elements affect cadavers . If the research is approved by the Hillsborough County Commission, the information gathered at the site could help investigators solve crimes and cold cases. Hillsborough County Commissioner Stacy White has taken a stand against the facility, while state Attorney General Pam Bondi and Hillsborough County Sheriff David Gee have supported the project. 'Just the reputation alone of having a quote 'body farm' in your community could have a drastic impact,' White told WFTS. 'Our perception has always been in East Hillsborough County that we get, for lack of a better term, the junk that no one else wants.' Other areas in the training center are used to teach deputies how to safely drive during chases, shoot a gun and subdue airplane hostage takers, according to the Tampa Bay Tribune. Erin Kimmerle, associate professor of anthropology at USF, said that this research could potentially help solve the more than 500 cold cases in Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties . Hillsborough County Commissioner Stacy White has taken a stand against the facility, fearing strong odors and the reputation it could bring to his community . The nearest houses are about half a mile away from the site, and officials from the sheriff's office said the bodies would be surrounded by a seven-foot fence, so no decomposing bodies would be visible to passersby or from houses. A deputy who lives at the site would provide 24-hour security for the bodies. But residents of Lithia are still reluctant to support the project. Some fear that unwanted animals might happen upon the site, including coyotes, panthers and other predators. Resident William Rayburn, whose five acres of land border the training facility, fears the bodies might bring with them an unpleasant smell. 'You say you can contain the smell, but what's it going to do when the heat gets up and the wind starts blowing and we're sitting on our porch swing we've worked hard to have in our retirement and those bodies get rancid?' Rayburn told the Tampa Tribune. 'I can smell the dump 10 miles away.' As of now, there is no timeline

Summary: The body farm would be located in Lithia in Hillsborough County . It is a joint project between the University of South Florida Institute of Anthropology and the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office . Residents fear it will bring unwanted predators and a strong odor to area . USF associate professor Erin Kimmerle said the project could help investigators solve cold cases and other crimes . There are more than 500 cold cases in Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties - areas close to the research facility .


Police are hunting two schoolboys who doused a fellow 12-year-old pupil in highly flammable WD40 in an underpass before threatening to set him alight . The victim, who has not been named, was walking in the subway underneath a major road in Newbury, Berkshire, when two boys - aged about 12 to 13 - approached him. They sprayed the highly flammable WD40, usually used on cars or locks, over him before producing a lighter and threatening to burn him. The 12-year-old victim, who is yet to be named, was walking in a subway (pictured) underneath a road in Newbury, Berkshire, when two boys approached him, doused him in WD40 and vowed to set him alight . Officers from Thames Valley Police are now hunting the pair following their threats in broad daylight on Easter Monday afternoon. The victim sustained minor injuries but did not require hospital treatment. Police said the first offender is described as short and slim with brown hair. He was wearing a grey zip-up hooded top and blue chinos. The second is described as being stocky, about 5ft 4ins, with dark brown hair which was brushed flat. He was wearing a grey jacket, brown T-shirt and grey tracksuit bottoms. Colin Fearn, the investigating officer in the case, described the attack as 'unprovoked' and urged witnesses to come forward. He said: 'This was an unprovoked attack on a young boy during the Easter holidays. 'We are carrying out an extensive investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice but need the help of the public. Police said the boys sprayed the youngster in highly flammable WD40 before threatening to set him alight . 'I would ask anyone who witnessed the incident, anyone who recognises the description of the offenders or has any information to call police on 101. 'I am particularly interested in speaking to a woman and her partner, who we believe were with their children, who may have witnessed the incident and spoke to the offenders.' Anyone with information should contact police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Summary: Two schoolboys approached 12-year-old and threatened to set him alight . Pair doused youngster in highly flammable WD40 in subway under road . Victim sustained minor injuries in broad daylight attack over Easter break . Police hunting the two suspects in connection with 'unprovoked' attack .


England cricket star Moeen Ali has been named as an honorary ambassador for Liverpool's fan club in Pakistan. The lifelong Liverpool fan, 27, who has been called up for England's final two Tests in the West Indies, made the announcement on Friday. He said: 'I'm happy to announce I'm the new brand ambassador of Pak Reds. I look forward to this association. You'll Never Walk Alone.' Moeen Ali has been named as an ambassador for Liverpool's official fan club in Pakistan . Ali pictured with Liverpool star Raheem Sterling at Anfield in a picture posted on his Twitter account . Ali, a lifelong Liverpool fan, was in attendance for the LFC All-Stars match at Anfield last month . Ali posted pictures with Liverpool players Raheem Sterling and Emre Can on his Twitter account . The Pak Reds, founded in 2011 and granted official supporter club status two years later, has branches in Lahore, Islamabad, Hyderabad, Karachi, Peshawar and Chakwal. Ali, who was born in Birmingham and is of Pakistani descent, joins former Liverpool club doctor Dr Zaf Iqbal, ATP Tour tennis player Aisam-Ul-Haq and BBC Asian Network presenter Noreen Khan as Pak Reds ambassadors. The cricketer was recently at Anfield for the LFC All-Stars match and had his photograph taken with Raheem Sterling and Emre Can.

Summary: Spinner named as new ambassador for Liverpool fan group Pak Reds . The England star has been called up for last two Tests in West Indies . Pak Reds group was founded in 2011 and attained official status in 2013 . It has six different branches across Pakistan .


English cricket's new broom swept dramatically through the national team on Wednesday night when Paul Downton paid the price for their woeful World Cup by being sacked as managing director. The move came a day ahead of an ECB board meeting that was meant to discuss the future of a figure who has endured a traumatic time since replacing Hugh Morris in the aftermath of the Ashes whitewash. With more sackings inevitable, Sportsmail asks: Who's next? Alastair Cook . Downton was a supporter of Cook as Test captain but was persuaded to sack him as one-day captain three weeks before the disastrous World Cup campaign. The new ‘Director of England cricket’ might think Cook needs to go back to scoring runs at the top of the order after failing to convince as a tactician. Verdict: Vulnerable. Alastair Cook was sacked as one-day captain three weeks before the disastrous World Cup campaign . Peter Moores . An atrocious World Cup heaped even more pressure on the coach, whose reappointment last year by Downton has been mitigated only by last summer’s Test series win against India. Described as ‘the outstanding coach of his generation’ by Downton, Moores’ position is now as weak as it has been. Verdict: Vulnerable. Downton has left his role as managing director of England and Wales Cricket Board . Kevin Pietersen . It is almost inconceivable that barely six months after publishing one of the most vitriolic books in the history of sport, this high-maintenance player could be on the brink of a return. But Downton’s removal, and Giles Clarke’s departure, means the path is now clear for Pietersen if he scores runs for Surrey. Verdict: Return possible. Pietersen has rejoined Surrey in the hope of earning a place in the Ashes squad for England this summer . James Whitaker . The chairman of selectors and former Leicestershire captain has been involved in one of the grimmest periods in English cricket. Selections have been difficult to fathom at times and a series of well-publicised clangers have alienated the selector from players, spectators and media. Verdict: Sure to follow Downton out the door . The chairman of selectors James Whitaker (left) looks sure to follow Paul Downton through the exit door .

Summary: Paul Downton became the latest casualty of England's poor performances . His exit came a day ahead of an ECB board meeting into his future . He endured a traumatic time after replacing Hugh Morris after the Ashes . Downton's exit is not expected to be the last following poor World Cup .


Charles Tillman has concluded his storied 12-year career with the Chicago Bears. The veteran cornerback has agreed a deal with the Carolina Panthers with the two-time Pro Bowler opting to link-up with Ron Rivera. At the age of 34 and after another injury-hit season, the new Bears hierarchy did not express an interest in keeping Tillman on the roster. But he leaves Chicago with his achievements on the field matched by those off it. Charles Tillman has ended his Chicago career but remains a favourite for his work on and off the field . Drafted in the second round from Louisiana Lafeyette in 2003, Tillman became a staple of Lovie Smith's stingy defense, which propelled the Bears to Super Bowl XLI. A franchise record holder for defensive touchdowns and interception returns for touchdowns, the forced fumble specialist lies third on the all-time list for interceptions with 36. He started 152 of 156 games, but finished the past two seasons on injured reserve after tearing his right triceps. Tillman said the chance to work with Rivera - a former Bears player who worked as defensive co-ordinator from 2004-6 - was too good to turn down. Tillman holds several Bears defensive accolades and was a stalwart of their defense during his 12 years . 'I think Coach Rivera was one of the main reasons why I wanted to be here,' Tillman said. 'He's a guy that I had a lot of respect for when I was in Chicago. I love his leadership and his qualities as a coach, and he's done a good job with the Panthers. There's a good group of guys here like Thomas Davis, Greg Olsen, Luke Kuechly and Cam Newton. I got a good vibe here.' 'This is a similar defense, and Steve Wilks and (defensive line coach) Eric Washington were also in Chicago, so there is familiarity.' Since setting up the Cornerstone Foundation a decade ago, Tillman's charity has impacted over a million needy children and their families in the Chicago area. His work with the foundation was honoured with the Walter Payton Man of the Year award in 2014. In a quirk of fate, the Panthers also have the 2015 recipient of the award, Thomas Davis, on their roster.

Summary: Tillman spent 12 years in Chicago but the new team management did not declare an interest to retain his services . A staple of Lovie Smith's stingy defense, he will again link up with Ron Rivera, whowas the Bears defensive co-ordinator between 2004-06 . Tillman holds a number of franchise records and the forced fumble specialist joins Sean McDermott's scheme . He has also been honoured for his work in the community and won the 2014 Walter Payton Man of the Year Award .


Hull boss Steve Bruce has admitted his side need to pull off a couple of 'crazy results' if they are to preserve their Premier League status in a frantic end-of-season run-in. The Tigers head to Southampton on Saturday without a win in five games and perching just two points above the bottom three after wins last week for QPR and Leicester. And Bruce hopes the unpredictable nature of this season's top flight will continue into the final weeks, with the likes of Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United still due to visit the KC Stadium. Steve Bruce admitted his side need some 'crazy results' if they're going to avoid relegation from the league . Bruce said: 'We have just witnessed over the last week all sorts of crazy results can happen and we need to make sure we get one or two of those, that's for sure. 'We've proved this year that we're capable but we're under no illusions how difficult it is going to be. It is all to play for and it is another big weekend but we have been saying that for the best part of four months. 'The way it's gone all season I wouldn't be surprised if it goes right down to the wire. Last week people were saying QPR and Leicester were gone but all of a sudden they've produced a result and they're back in it again.' Hull face high-flying Southampton knowing that they can't afford to slip up with the bottom three closing . Bruce's biggest selection dilemma for the trip to the south coast is whether to keep faith in goalkeeper Allan McGregor after a pair of high-profile blunders in recent weeks. McGregor was at fault for the opening goal in the 3-1 defeat at Swansea last week and also made a mistake in the loss to Chelsea a fortnight ago, but Bruce sprung to the defence of the under-fire 33-year-old. Bruce said: 'When you're a goalkeeper the one thing the Premier League does is highlight mistakes and unfortunately Allan will be the first to admit he has been disappointed over the last couple of weeks. Allan McGregor (right) could lose his place in the side after a pair of blunders in Hull's recent defeats . 'I haven't made a decision one way or the other, but Allan is a very, very good goalkeeper. Despite his mistakes he is still a top-class keeper.' Veteran Steve Harper is pushing to replace McGregor in Bruce's starting line-up while midfielder Tom Huddlestone is also set to make a welcome return from suspension. However David Meyler is ruled out after his red card last week, Gaston Ramirez is ineligible to play against his parent club and Curtis Davies is an injury doubt. Tom Huddlestone (left) and Andrew Robertson are in line to return for the Tigers after suspension and injury . And Bruce acknowledged his side face a major battle to boost their survival prospects against Ronald Koeman's high-flying Saints whom he rates as the best outside the traditional 'big guns'. 'We will have to be somewhere near

Summary: Steve Bruce admits Hull need to pull off 'crazy results' to avoid the drop . The Tigers still have to play Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United . Hull are just two points away from the bottom three of the Premier League . CLICK HERE for all the latest Hull news .


The end-of-season awards will go to the best attacker but if there was a Defender of the Year, John Terry would clean up. Nobody else would get close. This has been his best season in a Chelsea shirt. Two seasons ago Rafa Benitez said he couldn’t cope with two games a week. That will have frightened the life out of John. So credit Jose Mourinho for trusting him and building that defence around him. Terry has never had pace but that is not a problem as he reads the game so well. He didn’t break sweat against Arsenal and Chelsea were too streetwise for Arsene Wenger’s team. John Terry celebrates after the Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Emirates Stadium . Chelsea are undefeated against the top four this season where Arsenal have lost twice — that is the gap Wenger’s side need to bridge and Terry has been a huge part of that. I remember playing against him early in his career and after I tackled Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, he clattered right into me — he wasn’t going to let me put one on his team-mate. That’s when I knew he could grow up to be a special player. Terry celebrates with his team-mates after the Premier League draw against Arsenal in north London . One Hull of a result . Beating Crystal Palace was a massive result for Steve Bruce. Their run-in is horrendous and had they lost at Selhurst Park, surely it was all over. It shows how football fortunes can change in an instant. Hull are not the best away from home but as the stats below show, they thoroughly deserved their win. Dame N’Doye was the star and could have had a hatful but I love the way he took his second. That little delay of his foot was just enough to put the defender off balance and give him a sight of goal before firing it in. Bruce had to move quickly to sign him on deadline day in February but N’Doye has done well since joining from Lokomotiv Moscow. If he carries on like this and Hull stay up they might have to build a statue outside the ground! Dame N'Doye celebrates scoring the opening goal during the Premier League win against Crystal Palace . Can Manuel still be the man? After recent results, people say Manuel Pellegrini is a dead man walking. Beating Aston Villa was important but can he keep his job under so much pressure? Deciding Pellegrini’s fate will be one of the toughest choices Man City’s owners have faced. I spoke to Frank Lampard and he says they are fantastic people — there is no desire to chop and change. City are so close. They have world class training facilities, an expanding stadium and absolute fortunes to spend. But this season has been a blip. Manuel Pellegrini looks on during the Premier League match against Aston Villa at Etihad Stadium . Pellegrini won two trophies last year, so they could keep him and let him rebuild. Recruitment has been

Summary: John Terry has yet again impressed in the heart of Chelsea's defence . Jose Mourinho should be given credit for trusting the 34-year-old . Manchester City won, but is boss Manual Pellegrini still under pressure? Struggling QPR and Burnley could be left to rue their huge penalty misses . Mourinho: Hazard is worth £100m for each leg PLUS Cristiano Ronaldo .


NRL head of football Todd Greenberg has vowed to issue Canterbury fans who threw bottles at match officials with life-time bans. Referees and officials were struck with projectiles by angry supporters after a tight contest between South Sydney and Canterbury ended in controversy. Greenberg, who spent five years in charge of Canterbury, said the scenes after the final siren were unacceptable and the culprits would be found. Scroll down for video . A touch judge is hit by a bottle at the end of the Round 5 NRL match between the Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs and the South Sydney Rabbitohs at ANZ Stadium in Sydney on Friday . Bulldogs CEO Raelene Castle checks on the NRL interchange official who has been injured at the end of game . 'I have been saying for several months, and today highlights it, that we need to put more respect and more attention around our match officials and referees,' Greenberg said. 'The behaviour of fans today at this game was completely unacceptable. 'I will be having as much dialogue as needed with the club, stadium and authorities to make sure appropriate penalties are handed out.' Sideline interchange official Darren Alchin was taken to hospital with a broken shoulder blade after slipping over in an attempt to avoid a water bottle thrown from the stands. NRL head of football Todd Greenberg has vowed to issue Canterbury fans who threw bottles at match officials with life-time bans . 'He's in a pretty bad way. That is not acceptable,' Greenberg said. 'There are life bans available for us under the rules and we will work with the stadium, with the club and with the police to find those culprits. 'People come to the football to enjoy the football. We have a lot of people working on the sidelines and what we saw at the end of that game is unacceptable.' Rabbitohs sealed a final minute 18-17 victory over the Bulldogs in an intense encounter at ANZ Stadium in Sydney during the Good Friday showdown. 'I have been saying for several months, and today highlights it, that we need to put more respect and more attention around our match officials and referees,' Greenberg said . But fans turned on referee Gerard Sutton and his colleagues after they penalised Bulldogs captain James Graham in the final minute, effectively handing the Rabbitohs the win. As referees, officials and players made their way off the field and towards the tunnel after full time, a section of the crowd hurled water bottles and abuse at them. Sideline interchange official Darren Alchin was taken to hospital with a broken shoulder after he slipped to avoid being hit with bottles as he fell to the ground. It's understood Sutton slipped as he attempted to dodge the missiles being thrown from the crowd. He was assisted to his feet and moved to the officials room after he managed to escape with no injuries. David Klemmer and James Graham confront referee Gerard Sutton after awarding Rabbitohs a late penalty . A NSW police spokeswoman has confirmed to Daily Mail

Summary: South Sydney secured a bitter 18-17 victory after a last-gasp penalty . Bulldogs were leading until the referee awarded Rabbitohs a late penalty . Rabbitohs converted the penalty and went on to win the game . As officials made their way off the field, they were pelted with missiles . One of the officials was taken to hospital with broken shoulder . Canterbury coach has apologised for the actions of his club's supporters . Bulldogs CEO said the club has called for a life ban on fans involved . Police have identified two people for allegedly throwing bottles . Inquiries to identify others involved in the attack are continuing .


The first gender-neutral bathroom has opened in the White House after President Barack Obama’s executive order banning discrimination on the basis of gender identity came into effect. The all-gender restroom has opened in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. The facility is the first of its kind at the White House and according to spokesman Jeff Tiller it’s something that fits in with the administration’s stance on LGBT issues. An all-gender restroom has opened in the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in the White House (pictured is a sign marking the entrance to a restroom at the University of Vermont) The facility is the first of its kind at the White House and according to spokesman Jeff Tiller it’s something that fits in with the administration’s stance on LGBT issues . According to The Advocate, he said: ‘The White House allows staff and guests to use restrooms consistent with their gender identity, which is in keeping with the administration’s existing legal guidance on this issue and consistent with what is required by the executive order that took effect today for federal contractors.’ His comment came after the restroom had been alluded to by senior adviser to the President Valerie Jarrett in an op-ed for the publication about protecting LGBT workers. She said: ‘We have closely examined our internal policies on everything from benefits, to restroom access, to how we invite people to events, to ensure that everyone who enters this building feels safe and fully respected.’ On Wednesday President Obama’s Executive Order on LGBT Workplace Discrimination went into effect. It protects the rights of the LGBT community while in the employment of federal contractors and subcontractors. The all-gender restroom opened as Obama's executive order on LGBT workplace discrimination came into effect . Announcing the policy last year, Obama said: ‘Our government will become just a little bit fairer. ‘I will sign an executive order that does two things. First, the federal government already prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation. Once I sign this order, the same will be explicitly true for gender identity. ‘And second, we’re going to prohibit all companies that receive a contract from the federal government from discriminating against their LGBT employees. America’s federal contracts should not subsidize discrimination against the American people.’ On Thursday Obama called for an end to psychiatric therapy treatments aimed at changing the sexual orientation or gender identity of gay, lesbian and transgender youth. The move comes in response to an online petition posted on the White House website following the death of 17-year-old Leelah Alcorn. The transgender teen committed suicide in December and left behind a note saying her parents had forced her to attend so-called conversion therapy.

Summary: The all-gender restroom opened in Eisenhower Executive Office Building . Facility is first of its kind at White House and is for staff and guests . Comes after executive order on LGBT workplace discrimination took effect .


Toni Duggan says free-scoring England will fear nobody at this summer's World Cup finals as they aim to make history by winning their first major tournament. Having recovered from a serious knee injury earlier in the year, the Manchester City striker is working hard to rediscover her best form ahead of the finals in Canada in June. England have never progressed beyond the quarter-finals in their three previous World Cup appearances but Duggan, who has 11 goals in 16 games for her country, is convinced Mark Sampson's team can go further this time. England forward Toni Duggan holds aloft the St George's flag as part of the 'Road to Canada' campaign . Duggan pictured in action for the England team during a match earlier this season . She told Sportsmail: 'We don't fear anyone, we have lots of belief. We've come up against the likes of Germany, the USA and Brazil before and one of our aims is to overcome the mental block we seem to get at the quarter-final stage. 'We play with freedom, we have no fear and we enjoy expressing ourselves. I don't think you've seen the best of England yet and we have so many different goalscorers. We're getting better all the time.' St George's Day allows Duggan the opportunity to reflect on the achievements of her England career so far, with highlights including hat-tricks for the Three Lions against Turkey and Montenegro in qualification for the finals. In all, she found the net on 10 occasions as England coasted through their qualification group with 10 wins from 10 in the perfect start to Sampson's tenure after he replaced Hope Powell following the 2013 European Championships. In the process, England scored a remarkable 52 goals and the task now is to translate that prolific scoring form into the tournament itself. Duggan said: 'It was the perfect qualfying campaign for us, the whole team pulled together and we were able to get 10 wins out of 10. Mark Sampson came in as coach and took everything in his stride. 'It was nice to score 10 goals myself and that included my first hat-trick, against Turkey, which was a nice feeling. Duggan chases for the ball during a Women's Super League match with former club Everton . The 23-year-old gained previous tournament experience with England at the 2013 European Championships . 'We conceded just the one goal, which is obviously almost perfect and I think we showed that we have strength in the squad from No 1 to No 23 and that's what you need at a World Cup.' But just as her thoughts were starting to turn towards the new Women's Super League season and the World Cup in Canada beyond, Duggan suffered the worst injury of her career. The knee problem kept her on the sidelines for eight weeks, required surgery and ruined pre-season plans. It left Duggan needing to prove her form and fitness to the England management team all over again. She said: 'The timing was very unfortunate, coming in a World Cup year. It really

Summary: England have never advanced past last eight at the World Cup . But striker Toni Duggan says they'll head to Canada in June 'without fear' Duggan has scored 11 goals in 16 matches for the Three Lions . She had to recover from serious knee injury earlier this year . Aiming for success with both England and club Manchester City this year .


A tree dedicated to the memory of Michael Brown has been destroyed by vandals just hours after being planted. The sapling was planted in January-Wabash Park in Ferguson, Missouri on Saturday as a dedication to the teenager, who was gunned down in the street by a police officer last August. It was called 'a symbol of peace, comfort and hope for all who gather around its branches' at a small ceremony led by the Black Caucus of the American Library Association, which donated the tree. But by Sunday morning, the branches had been stripped, leaving behind just a shard of the trunk. Scroll down for video . Before: The Black Caucus of the American Library Association donated the tree and memorial plaque and it was planted in January-Wabash Park in Ferguson, Missouri on Saturday (pictured) Destroyed: But by Sunday morning, the tree had been ripped down, leaving just a shard of the trunk . The metal dedication plaque at the base of the tree had also been removed. It had read: 'In Memory of Michael Brown Jr Dedicated Tree 04/15.' 'I can't understand why someone would want to cut down the tree,' one man in the park told KMOV. 'What, they want to start something back up again?' 'It's real sad day when a tree is dedicated and the next day someone comes along and destroys it just for the heck of it,' Gerald Brooks of the Black Caucus of the American Library Association added to Fox2. A second tree that was close to the Brown memorial and had been dedicated by a Ferguson resident to their dead pet was also vandalized. The plaque on that tree was also stolen. On Monday, both of the saplings were replanted and the memorial plaques will be replaced later this week, KSDK reported. New: By Monday, the tree - and another tree that was destroyed nearby - had been replaced at the site . Taken: The memorial plaque, pictured, was also removed but should be replaced later this week . The Ferguson Police Department is investigating the incident as an act of vandalism but they do not have any suspects. 'Officers canvassed the area talking to anyone who might have seen or heard anything related to the incident,' the city said in a statement. 'No witnesses were located, and at this time police have no leads. An investigation into the incident is ongoing, and the City of Ferguson is replacing the trees today [Monday].' The incident is the third time that a Brown memorial has been destroyed. In September, a memorial that included stuffed toys, images and notes close to where Brown died was destroyed by a fire. Killed: Michael Brown, 18, was shot dead by police officer Darren Wilson, right, in the street last August . And in December, a car hit and destroyed a memorial. There was speculation that the driver purposefully hit the memorial, but the police department said it was not being considered a crime. It was later rebuilt. Brown, 18, was shot dead by Ferguson Police Officer Darren Wilson as

Summary: Sapling was planted in January-Wabash Park in Ferguson, Missouri on Saturday but by Sunday, its trunk had been snapped in half . By Monday, it had been replanted and the Ferguson Police Department is investigating the incident as an act of vandalism . This is the third time a Brown memorial has been destroyed; in September, a memorial went up in flames and in December, one was hit by a car .


Shocking footage of a vagrant Christian family band attacking police officers in a Walmart parking lot has been released. The video taken from a patrol car dashcam captures the 'end of days' group brawling with cops in Cottonwood, Arizona, on March 21 just moments before a deadly gunfight. The Gaver family had allegedly been camping outside the store for a few days when they had the confrontation with police. Enoch Gaver, 21, was killed in the fight and suspect David Gaver, 28, was shot in the stomach and taken into custody. Scroll down for video . Violent: The video captures the 'end of days' band brawling with cops in Cottonwood, Arizona, on March 21 just moments before a a deadly gunfight . Chaos: During the footage, you can hear one of the officers saying they needed to 'separate these folks' and talk to them . Ten-year Cottonwood Police veteran Sgt Jeremy Daniels was also shot and hospitalized, but has since been released. During the footage, you can hear one of the officers saying they needed to 'separate these folks' and talk to them. But one of the group says: 'No, you are not going to separate me from my parents,' followed by, 'Don't touch me.' The officer is then put into a headlock and pulled to the ground as the confrontation gets more violent. A Walmart employee is also seen trying to aid police and throws a punch in a bid to subdue the band members. Assistance: A Walmart employee (right with nis arms outstretched) is also seen trying to aid police and throws a punch in a bid to subdue the band members . Brawl: Some fall to the ground during the fight, but immediately get back up. During the confrontation gunshots are heard. Eric Garver, 21, was killed and Cottonwood Police Sgt Jeremy Daniels, 31 was shot . Musical team: The Gavers were part of a band called Matthew 24 Now, which sometimes played outside a grocery store in Boise, Idaho. Above, a picture of the band from their Facebook page. Matthew 24 is a Bible verse dealing with the end of times . Fatal: One member of the Gaver family was killed in the shootout, now identified as Enoch Gaver. When police arrived on the scene, the Gavers 'immediately' started attacking, according to the Arizona DPS . According to Facebook, the family is part of a band called 'Matthew 24 Now' (they are also go by 'Busking in the Son' back in Idaho). The name refers to a Biblical passage dealing with the end of times. The remaining members of the Gaver family have been jailed, including an 11-year-old and 15-year-old who were sent to a juvenile detention facility. On duty: Cottonwood Police Sgt Jeremy Daniels, 31 (pictured), was shot in the leg during the attack but is expected to make a full recovery. One of the suspects, David Gaver, was shot in the abdomen but has since been released from hospital . The Arizona Department of Public Safety, who are investigating the shooting, said it was sparked when

Summary: Video captures brawl between officers and family in Cottonwood, Arizona . Police fire tasers and use pepper spray as they try to separate the group . One of the officers is put into a headlock during the violent confrontation . Moments later an officer is shot and Enoch Garver, 21, is killed . Members of the band, called Matthew 24 Now, have since been jailed .


Tommy Connolly hadn't seen his teenage cousin in 10 years when she added him on Facebook out of the blue in December. The 23-year-old Sunshine Coast University student was enjoying semester break and training hard in the hope of one day representing Australia as a champion sprinter. He messaged his 17-year-old cousin Angela* (name has been changed for legal reasons) to see how she was doing and soon found out she was homeless, illiterate and 32 weeks pregnant. Mr Connolly picked her up from where she was sleeping rough on the Gold Coast, let her move into his flat, took care of her through the final stage of her pregnancy and is now helping to raise her four-week-old baby boy. Tommy Connolly, a 23-year-old Sunshine Coast University student, took in his homeless, pregnant 17-year-old cousin and his helping her raise her four-week-old baby boy . The 23-year-old Sunshine Coast University student says he didn't think twice about helping her . 'I went and picked her up and she basically started telling me about her situation, which was hard for me to hear because she was my favourite little cousin when I was growing up,' he told Daily Mail Australia. 'To my knowledge she was OK... but in reality she wasn't at all. 'Basically she was living on the streets, she became addicted to ice and was doing terrible things to get by. She didn't have anything.' Mr Connolly said Angela – whose last year of schooling was Year Six – had stopped taking hard drugs by the time she was 15 but at 16 she fell pregnant, and her baby's father was sent to prison soon afterward. By the time Mr Connolly met up with her she was 32 weeks pregnant, and he said he didn't think twice about taking her in. 'It's not her fault she's just a little girl who needed help,' he said. Angela (not her real name) added Mr Connolly on Facebook after they hadn't seen each other in 10 years . 'Obviously I'm not going to let her stay on the streets. 'Everyone likes to tell me this is such a big responsibility, but I wasn't thinking about uni or work or anything, all I was doing was thinking that she needed me.' Because Mr Connolly was on university holidays at the time he had been working full time in his job at a fruit and vegetable wholesaler and he had saved $2800, just enough to cover the cost of moving into a new house and buying items for the baby. He put his athletics training on hold so he could work enough hours to save money, but he returned to university as normal at the beginning of March because he didn't want to delay his studies. Mr Connolly (pictured in the U.S. while studying there in 2013) still studies and works three days per week to support the three of them . When Angela gave birth to her baby Joshua* (name has been changed) on March 17, he was finishing off university assignments due the next

Summary: Tommy Connolly hadn't seen his teenage cousin Angela* in 10 years . In December she told him she was homeless and 32 weeks pregnant . The 23-year-old uni student told her to move in with him and supported her . Now Mr Connolly, who lives on the Sunshine Coast, is helping raise her four-week-old baby boy .


At his lowest point in the 1980s, Bruce Jenner wanted to flee to Europe for gender reassignment surgery and return to America as his children's Aunt Heather. That was around the time his young sons asked their mother why their father had breasts. As Diane Sawyer's explosive tell-all with Bruce came to an end last night, his second wife published a blog detailing their love affair, idyllic marriage and the gender dysphoria revelations that led to their divorce after two sons and a seemingly picture perfect Malibu life. Linda Thompson, now 64, met Bruce at the Playboy mansion when he was separated from his first wife, Chrystie Crownover, the mother of his two eldest children. They fell in love and got married in Hawaii when she was already pregnant with their son Brandon. A few years later they welcomed a second son together, Brody. Scroll down for video . Former couple: Bruce Jenner and Linda Thompson (seen together) met at the Playboy mansion. They fell in love and got married when she was already pregnant with their first son, Brandon. They later had another son . As Linda wrote on the Huffington Post, 'Those were the happiest days of my life. I had a wonderful husband, who was the most athletic, high-spirited, energetic, easygoing, manly man imaginable. I had two beautiful, healthy baby boys. I had two great stepchildren. Life was just about as good as it gets.' Bruce was travelling the world doing paid appearances and lived a glamorous life in Malibu, frequently seeing his elder son, Burt, and daughter, Casey, from his first marriage. But when Brody was 18 months old and Brandon was three, Bruce revealed to Linda the secret that he finally told the world Friday night. She was, she insists, blindsided. With a 'somber look' Bruce told Linda - who had braced herself for the revelation of perhaps an affair - that he identified as a woman. 'What do you mean you identify as a woman?' she recalled asking. 'What does that mean? And just as he told Diane Sawyer, Bruce told his wife of four plus years that as long as he could remember, he felt wrong with the reflection staring back at him in the mirror. According to Linda, her handsome husband told her, 'I have lived in the wrong skin, the wrong body, my whole life. It is a living hell for me, and I really feel that I would like to move forward with the process of becoming a woman, the woman I have always been inside.' She insists she never saw it coming and there were no signs. Family: The couple's youngest son, Brody (left), was 18 months old and Brandon (right) was three when Bruce revealed to Linda (center) the secret that he finally told the world Friday night - that he identified as a woman . 'Champion': On Friday, Linda, now aged 64, took to Instagram to express her support for her former husband . Unlike Bruce's third wife Kris, who walked in on Jenner in a dress, Linda says

Summary: Linda Thompson, now 64, was married to Bruce Jenner from 1981 to '86 . She has published blog detailing how he told her of his gender struggles . Explains how revelations led to their divorce following births of two sons . Also speaks of Bruce's painful electrolysis and surgeries to feminize face . Young sons noticed father's breasts once; she lied to cover the changes . The pair, Brandon and Brody, now adults, supported Bruce in ABC tell-all . This is despite Bruce having 'cut his sons out of his life for years' after he stopped taking female hormones and married his third wife, Kris Jenner .


Even by his stratospheric standards, this was something very special. Cristiano Ronaldo was back to his brilliant, unplayable best as he scored five goals in Real Madrid's 9-1 rout of Granada on Sunday, among them an eight-minute hat-trick. That treble was Ronaldo's 31st career hat-trick and his 24th in La Liga, equalling Lionel Messi's record in the competition. It also took his formidable goal tally for the Bernabeu club to 299 in 287 matches. Against Granada, Ronaldo has now scored 11 times in just eight matches. But, compared with some, they have got off quite lightly. We take a look at the clubs who have suffered the most at the hands of the Portuguese wonder. Cristiano Ronaldo scored five goals as Real Madrid thrashed Granada 9-1 on Sunday afternoon . The Portuguese superstar was simply irresistible as Real ran riot at the Bernabeu . SEVILLA - 18 Goals in 12 matches . There's no denying it - Ronaldo just loves playing against Sevilla, whose defence must be terrified every time they see him. Three of those La Liga hat-tricks have come against the team from Andalusia - he scored triples in a 6-2 win at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan in May 2011, a 4-1 success at the Bernabeu in February 2013 and a 7-3 thrashing in October of the same year. But they aren't even Ronaldo's best return. He scored four goals, including a 12-minute hat-trick, in another 6-2 win in Seville back in May 2011. Most recently, Ronaldo scored twice in Real's 2-0 UEFA Super Cup win over Sevilla in August. Ronaldo celebrates with James Rodriguez after scoring in Real's 2014 UEFA Super Cup win over Sevilla . ATLETICO MADRID - 15 Goals in 20 matches . Madrid derbies have been pretty common in recent years - not only in La Liga but also in the Copa del Rey (they're met in four of the last five seasons) and, of course, last season's Champions League final. In the 2011-12 league fixtures, Ronaldo scored twice against Atleti at the Bernabeu and three times against them at Vicente Calderon. Both matches ended in 4-1 wins for Real. But the most famous was in Lisbon last May, when Ronaldo scored Real's fourth in the Champions League final and ran off for that shirtless celebration. Ronaldo whips off his shirt to celebrate scoring the fourth goal in Real's 2014 Champions League final win . BARCELONA - 15 Goals in 26 matches . As a Manchester United player, Ronaldo failed to score in five meetings with Barcelona but that soon changed when he switched to Real Madrid in 2009. Scored: 417 goals . Against: 82 clubs . He scored an extra-time header to win the Copa del Rey final of 2011 and claim his first piece of silverware at the Bernabeu. And the Clasico goals have flowed regularly since - Ronaldo has scored seven against Barca in the league, five in the Copa del Rey and three in the Supercopa. With Ronaldo and Messi in a never-ending 'anything you can do' contest, there should be many

Summary: Ronaldo scored five times in Real Madrid's 9-1 win over Granada . It takes his total to 11 goals in eight matches against them . But Granada have got off lightly compared to some teams he has faced . Ronaldo has 18 goals in 12 against Sevilla; 15 in 20 versus Atletico . Portuguese has 15 goals in nine against Getafe and 12 in six vs Celta Vigo .


Nigel Farage has dismissed criticism of the lack of diversity in Ukip's manifesto by claiming there was a 'half black' party spokesman featured prominently - and 'one fully black person'. The Ukip leader made the remarks after being asked at his manifesto launch last week to justify the scarcity of black and Asian faces in the Ukip manifesto. It includes several photographs of the party's top team although it was suggested the only black face in the document appeared on a page about overseas aid. Scroll down for video . Nigel Farage has dismissed criticism of the lack of diversity in Ukip's manifesto by claiming there was a 'half black' party spokesman featured prominently - and 'one fully black person' The question provoked noisy barracking, including from a group of black and Asian candidates attending the launch. Mr Farage said the premise was wrong, with the picture of the party's immigration spokesman Steven Woolfe ignored. He told Magic Radio: 'Well firstly there was one fully black person.' Mr Farage added: 'There was another one of our leading spokesman who is half black and that didn't get a mention. And he featured very prominently on page six. So the premise was wrong. 'I thought what happened was really interesting. There was a journalist from one of our leading daily newspapers who made the comment you know, there's only one black. 'And what happened was that there was an eruption in the room as our black and ethnic minority candidates stood up and looked at this guy in a pretty hostile way.' The Ukip leader - trying on hats at a campaign stop in Canterbury, Kent, today - made the remarks after being asked at his manifesto launch last week to justify the scarcity of black and Asian faces in the Ukip manifesto . The Ukip manifesto included several photographs of the party's top team although it was suggested the only black face in the document appeared on a page about overseas aid . Mr Farage added: 'What they were saying was we're just about sick to death of the sneering media class trying to make Ukip out to be something completely other than it is. 'We're a non-racist, non-sectarian political party but we don't have all female quotas, we don't have all black quotas, we treat everybody as being equal. 'I think we're a multi-racial society. I think the multicultural society is a much more contentious point and perhaps that's the bit that may have gone slightly wrong. 'Over 10% of our candidates come from BME backgrounds. We're probably more diverse in our membership than some of the other parties who talk about all of this in a sort of 'holier than thou' way.' Mr Farage said the party's immigration spokesman Steven Woolfe - who has dual heritage - was 'half black' The Ukip manifesto launch was overshadowed by a row over the number of black and Asian people included, after a journalist pointed out that the only image showed someone from an ethnic minority - an African woman in the overseas aid

Summary: Ukip leader asked to justify lack of black and Asian faces in manifesto . But he said there was one 'half black' person and one 'fully black person' Ukip's immigration spokesman Steven Woolfe has mixed heritage . Included in the manifesto was also a photo of an African receiving aid .


Hillary Clinton is laughing in the face of the accepted retirement age - currently 65 both in the UK and the US - by aiming to become the leader of the Free World just months before her 70th birthday. If the former U.S. Secretary of State reaches her goal and is sworn in as the 44th President of the United States in January 2017, then she will not only be the country's first female president but also the second oldest, behind Ronald Reagan, ever to open the doors to the White House. Clinton certainly seems to be relishing the life experience that her advancing years have given her. Age is nothing but a number: Hillary Clinton who has launched her campaign to be US president (pictured above, speaking at the Women in the World Conference on April 23) will be 69 when she takes office if successful . Celebrating her advancing years: A black-and-white photograph showing Hillary as a toddler just after the end of the Second World War has been posted on her Twitter feed . A black-and-white image posted on her Twitter account this weekend showed a very young Clinton pointing at the camera, accompanied by the phrase 'Hillary's counting on you', echoing Lord Kitchener's famous First World War slogan: 'Your country needs you'. It appears the presidential candidate is very much celebrating her age: the image itself would have been shot while Clinton was a toddler just after the end of the Second World War. Elsewhere, Clinton's newfound Grandmother status - her daughter Chelsea gave birth to a daughter, Charlotte, with husband Marc Mezvinsky in September last year - has seen her able to relate to a whole new section of the voting public. Doting...but could Hillary's recent status as a grandmother be a powerful tool in her bid to win votes? Last week, the politician, currently 67, posted the hashtag #GrandmothersKnowBest to her Twitter feed . The hashtag #GrandmothersKnowBest used on Hillary's Twitter page has attracted other grandmothers to post their own posts using it . In a recent Twitter posting promoting vaccines for children, Clinton ended the appeal with the hashtag #GrandmothersKnowBest, which has since seen a stream of grannies from across the globe tweeting their own posts using the hashtag. Clinton is by no means the only high-profile woman refusing to change gear as she gets older; there are a raft of successful female figures continuing to put their foot on the gas and power their way into the last quarter of their lives. Below, we've outlined some of the world's most influential women whose careers - in everything from fashion to politics - are still flying high after retirement age. ANNA WINTOUR . AGE: 65 . The biggest name in the fashion industry, Anna Wintour has managed to fly high well into her seventh decade despite working in what is regularly deemed the most superficial of industries. Although her Vogue U.S. Editorship has looked a little wobbly over the decades, as the names of new, younger faces have been mooted as possible replacements, Wintour is

Summary: If her campaign succeeds, Clinton will be the second oldest U.S. President . Has so far used her age to win voters posting photographs of herself as a child after WWII and also using the hashtag #GrandmothersKnowBest . Clinton leads a global group of high-achieving older women including Anna Wintour, Judi Dench, Dilma Rousseff and Nancy Pelosi .


Atletico Madrid striker Mario Mandzukic is still bruised from a physical Champions League quarter-final first leg against Real Madrid but is expected to be fit for the return at the Bernabeu on Wednesday, said coach Diego Simeone. The Croatian suffered a cut to the top of the nose from an elbow by Sergio Ramos and fellow Real defender Dani Carvajal punched him in the stomach, an incident unseen by the referee, during the clash at the Calderon that ended 0-0. Mandzukic also suffered an ankle injury that forced him to miss Saturday's 2-1 win at Deportivo La Coruna in La Liga but he is now back in training although showing the marks of his encounter with Ramos. Mario Mandzukic was battered and bruised during Atletico Madrid's Champions League quarter-final tie . Atletico and rivals Real Madrid drew 0-0 in the first leg which was dominated by second half scraps . 'We had a training session yesterday with two groups where we were making changes and he was fine,' Simeone told a news conference on Tuesday. 'We now have another training session where we expect him to be okay and I will base my plan, which I have fairly clearly in mind, around that.' Mandzukic is favourite, ahead of Fernando Torres, to play in attack alongside Antoine Griezmann who took his time to settle in at Atletico but is now in a rich vein of form. 'He has developed a lot since he arrived and the goals that he has scored in La Liga show that,' said Simeone. France international Griezmann hit both goals against Deportivo and has 20 in La Liga. 'He has adapted to a new position very well and is starting to show his potential. He is still young and he can improve but he is on the right lines to do that,' added Simeone. Blood pours from Mandzukic's face during the Champions League quarter-final first leg in Madrid . But Atletico manager Diego Simeone says Mandzukic should be fit for the second leg clash on Wednesday .

Summary: Atletico Madrid drew 0-0 with Real Madrid in first leg at Vicente Calderon . Mandzukic was battered and bruised during the quarter-final match . The Atletico striker came to blows with Sergio Ramos and Dani Carvajal . Diego Simeone says Mandzukic should be fit for Wednesday's second leg .


From bank overdraft fees to charges for booking tickets and even spending a penny, being a consumer can be a very expensive business. But of all the fees consumers have to fork out for the ones they hate the most are unreasonable parking charges, a survey found. They topped a table of the most-loathed fees and charges in the poll by insurer Direct Line, followed by ATM cash withdrawal fees and debit and credit card surcharges for booking items such as air travel. Most-loathed: A poll found that parking charges topped the list of fees and charges that frustrate consumers the most. A total of 48 per cent thought they should be free, while 31 per cent said they are too high . Asked about their frustration with such charges, 48 per cent said they should be free, while 31 per cent thought they are too high and 15 per cent say they are often hidden. Direct Line spokesman Gus Park said: ‘These types of fees and charges can be very frustrating because they tend to cover things that we either feel entitled to or think we have already paid for as part of another product or service.’ It is hardly surprising that parking costs infuriate drivers as the fines are often extortionate compared to the price of a ticket. Parking charges and fines made councils in England a record £667million last year, according to figures from the RAC Foundation – up 12 per cent on the previous year. Most ATMs are free to use, but those in places such as nightclubs and some corner shops can charge around £1.50 to withdraw cash. Renewing a passport was made £5 cheaper to £72.50 in 2012, but it is still a hefty sum that stands in the way of a foreign holiday. Annoyance: Also high up on the list of most-hated charges are ATM cash withdrawal fees. Most ATMs are free to use, but those in places such as nightclubs and some corner shops can charge around £1.50 .

Summary: 48 per cent of people surveyed said that parking charges should be free . They topped a table of consumers' most-loathed fees and charges . ATM cash withdrawal fees and debit and credit card charges also high up . Parking charges and fines made councils in England £667million last year .


A father and his two sons who accosted pensioners with dementia in the street asking for payment for roof repairs they hadn't done have been jailed for a total of eight years. Albert Webb, 51, and sons Jimmy Chuter, 26, and Jesse Webb, 19, followed people aged up to 97 home from the Post Office after they had collected their pensions before demanding the cash. If the victim had no money on them, they would be driven to a nearby cash point to withdraw it, or the trio would con their way into their homes before stealing from them. Albert Webb, 51, from Surrey, was jailed for three and a half years and son Jimmy Chuter, 26, was jailed for four years after they harassed pensioners with dementia in the street, demanding money . In total the family gang carried out 35 thefts, starting in February 2012 - when pensioners were still able to withdraw cash from their local Post Office. Most of the victims were women aged in their 70s or 80s, while the eldest was a 97-year-old man. The trio would drive alongside their victims in a silver Mercedes C200 until they got close to their house, before jumping out and telling them they had come to collect payment for roofing work. Jesse Webb, 19, was due to be sentenced with his father and brother, but went on the run. He was given a 12 month term this week after being caught . In fact, no work had been carried out, but because many of the elderly victims were suffering from dementia, they simply accepted what they were being told. The offending continued until October 2015 across Hertfordshire, Avon and Somerset, Hampshire, Oxford and Surrey. By the time officers from Hertfordshire Constabulary managed to catch up with the gang, it is believed they had taken around £15,000 from their vulnerable victims. Appearing at St Albans Crown Court in January, Chuter, from Somerset, was jailed for four years for conspiracy to defraud and Albert Webb, from Surrey, was sentenced to three-and-a-half years for burglary and fraud offences. Jesse Webb was due to be sentenced on the same day, but went on the run. He was tracked down and appeared in the dock on Thursday this week, where he was given 12 months behind bars. Detective constable Kieran Doyle said: 'We were able to arrest his father and brother and bring them before the courts but Jesse evaded police so upon their sentencing, we issued a wanted appeal to trace Jesse. 'We received information which led us to him and I'm pleased that he has had his day in court. 'These really were shameful crimes and it's beyond belief that they could stoop so low to pick out their victims and follow them home, and then make them believe they had carried out repairs to their house and harass them for money.' Officers have started proceedings to confiscate their criminal gains under the Proceeds of Crime Act.The vehicle used during the crimes has already been confiscated by police. St Albans Crown Court

Summary: Albert Webb, 51, ran con with sons Jimmy Chuter, 26, and Jesse Webb, 19 . Trio targeted the elderly, accosting them in the street near their homes . Gang claimed they were coming to collect money for bogus roof repairs . As victims suffered from dementia they often handed over the cash .


An elderly woman is in critical condition after being run over by her husband as he smashed into three cars whilst attempting to parallel park. The woman, 84, is thought to have been helping her husband park when the car accelerated into her, resulting in a serious head injury. She also suffered injuries to her throat and legs, as well as various broken bones, and one onlooker said the woman was 'covered in blood'. The Tesco Express where the elderly couple were going to shop when she was run over by her husband . Emergency services were called to Kirby Drive, Peacehaven, Lewes, East Sussex, just after 10am on Easter Sunday. Before the paramedic car and ambulance arrived she was comforted by a Tesco employee who held her in her arms. She was then taken to hospital in the ambulance accompanied by an air ambulance, which was used to give additional support. The woman was then taken to the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton, East Sussex and doctors placed her in a medically-induced coma. She remains in a critical but stable condition. Police want to speak to her once she is out of the coma. Out of control: the lampost were the car eventually stopped after causing carnage . The driver, also 84, hit three parked cars - a Lexus, a Mazda S Sport and a Vauxhall Astra - as well as a wall before the automatic Toyota Yaris came to rest by a lamp post. The driver, who was shaken but unhurt, was breathalysed by police as a precaution. No arrests have been made. One witness, Grace Palmer, 29, of Peacehaven, Lewes, East Sussex said: 'She looked quite shaken up, she was covered in blood. 'I saw the car up against the lamp post and five police cars parked outside the front of Tesco.' Another onlooker, who did not wish to be named, said: 'It looked like a bit of a nightmare.'

Summary: Elderly woman in induced medical coma after husband crashes into her . Distressed bystander describes woman as 'covered in blood' Couple were there to do their shopping at Tesco Express . Tesco worker held woman in her arms whilst waiting for ambulance . Driver breathalysed by police as precaution but no arrest has been made .


Rory McIlroy’s official coronation will come at Augusta National on Sunday if he wins the Masters to complete the career Grand Slam and consign the Tiger Woods era to the history books. The king is dead; long live the king. Long to reign over us. Or should that be rain over us? The heavy downpours that drenched Augusta on Tuesday would have been greeted by groans from soaked patrons and photographers hoping for snaps of glamourous WAGs. But Northern Ireland’s world No 1 would be forgiven if he had grinned from ear to ear. That’s because each of McIlroy’s four major victories so far has come on courses which have been subjected to heavy rain at some point during the week. Wet conditions hand McIlroy a massive advantage: his huge hitting with sky-high ball flight means he can still fly his ball miles. Shorter hitters or those with low ball flight, meanwhile, will have no roll on the wet fairways and will be hitting their approach shots from miles back. Rory McIlroy shields himself from the rain on Tuesday - but a wet course will play into his hands . Augusta National looks at its finest in the sun, but the world No 1 has won all of his four majors after rain . And that is no good at Augusta, where precise approaches are vital to the most strategically demanding greens in major championship golf. Last year’s trio of Fred Couples (66-1 for 20th), Miguel Angel Jimenez (150-1 for 4th) and Bernhard Langer (400-1 for 8th) will be tough to match that this time round, but here goes… . Patrick Reed (40-1) – Brash, proud of it and born to show off on the biggest stage. Only his second Masters but played Augusta National many times as a college student. Tiger Woods (45-1) – OK, so no-one knows which Woods will turn up, but this could be one of the all-time cheeky punts. Practice form and rededication to the game are promising signs. Paul Casey (70-1) – Back to near his best after finally getting fully fit and committing to play full time in the US. Fifth-best on the PGA Tour in par-five scoring – crucial at Augusta. Since the work done to ‘Tiger-proof’ the course in the noughties, the home of the year’s first major has become a bomber’s course. Bubba Watson, with two wins in three years, Adam Scott and Angel Cabrera are all big-hitting recent champions, but examine the list of leaderboards in recent years and you’ll find them dominated by players whose favourite club in the bag is driver. Mother Nature looks set to smile on McIlroy again this week with heavy rain forecast, particularly on Friday and Saturday. If that happens, the number of players who can win reduces dramatically. Three-time champion Phil Mickelson (28-1) and England’s former US Open winner Justin Rose (45-1) are tempting at their prices, but neither have hit their top form this year, so would be backed based on gut feeling rather than cold hard facts. The likes of Jordan Spieth

Summary: Rory McIlroy is favourite to win the 79th Masters at Augusta National . Bubba Watson is the defending champion and chasing a third Masters win . Tiger Woods returns to action but has no form and worries over his game . Jason Day and other big-hitters look set for strong week at Masters 2015 . COURSE GUIDE: McIlroy and more stars take you round Augusta National . CLICK HERE for the Masters 2015 leaderboard .


Leeds showed they are in good shape to cope with Kevin Sinfield's retirement as they claimed a 26-12 derby victory over Castleford in front of a sell-out crowd at the Mend-A-Hose Jungle. The First Utility Super League leaders were without their inspirational captain, who this week announced he is to switch codes at the end of 2015, for the third successive game on Good Friday, but they continue to thrive without him. The Rhinos had beaten Wigan and Catalans Dragons in Sinfield's absence and added Castleford to that list thanks to an excellent team performance, with young winger Ash Handley particularly impressive up against the formidable Justin Carney. Leeds Rhino's Adam Cuthbertson celebrates a try with Jamie Peacock (left) Ryan Hall was sent to the sin-bin for the first time in his career in a frenetic opening but Castleford failed to take advantage and it was the Rhinos who struck first as Joel Moon scored his first try of the season. Hall made amends by extending Leeds' lead and Stevie Ward's converted try cancelled out Michael Shenton's effort to give the Rhinos a 16-6 half-time lead. There were chances aplenty at the start of the second period but brilliant defence by both sides meant there was no further addition to the score until the 63rd minute, when Hall completed his double. Adam Cuthbertson then crossed for a try his performance deserved and despite Shenton's late second, Leeds extended their unbeaten run against the Tigers to six matches. Leeds Rhino's Joel Moon scores the first try for his side during their victory . Brian McDermott warned the Rhinos to be wary of a fast start by Castleford and although it was Leeds who came out of the blocks quickest, the Tigers were handed an early advantage when Hall was sent to the sin-bin for a professional foul. Leeds youth product Luke Gale failed to exploit the gap in the Rhinos' left side when his pass to James Clare from the resultant penalty floated forwards. Liam Sutcliffe was next to fluff his lines as he spilled the ball reaching for the tryline, but Leeds did not have to wait much longer for their first try of the afternoon. The Rhinos rolled downfield after a knock-on by Scott Moore, and Danny McGuire exchanged passes with Brad Singleton before putting Moon through a hole to score. Hall had returned to the field just in time to congratulate his team-mate and he was celebrating a try of his own soon after. Leeds Rhino's Ryan Hall goes over the line for their third try of the clash . McGuire was hauled down just short of the line after Moon's break but Cuthbertson kept his cool on the next play to give Hall an easy finish in the corner. Sutcliffe landed the touchline conversion to give Leeds a 10-0 lead. The Rhinos went in search of a crucial third try - with Brett Delaney just held up over the line - but their lead was cut to four points when Shenton reacted quickest to Liam Finn's dab through and

Summary: Leeds Rhinos claim victory in front of sell-out crowd at Castleford . The Super League leaders were without captain Kevin Sinfield .


German banking giant Deutsche Bank will pay $2.5 billion in fines for its role in a vast multi-year conspiracy to rig LIBOR interest rates, US and British authorities said on Thursday. 'Deutsche Bank secretly conspired with its competitors to rig the benchmark interest rates at the heart of the global financial system,' said US Assistant Attorney General Bill Baer. 'Deutsche Bank's misconduct not only harmed its unsuspecting counterparties, it undermined the integrity and the competitiveness of financial markets everywhere.' German banking giant Deutsche Bank will pay $2.5 billion in fines for its role in a vast multi-year conspiracy to rig LIBOR interest rates, US and British authorities said on Thursday . The case centers on charges that Deutsche Bank derivatives traders manipulated the London InterBank Offered Rate, used to peg millions of interest rate-sensitive contracts and loans around the world, from at least 2003-2011 to boost their trading positions. Under the deferred prosecution agreement, Deutsche Bank agreed to plead guilty to a US charge of wire fraud, a criminal offense, in connection with the scam and admitted participating in price-fixing conspiracy with other banks. Deutsche Bank employees defrauded counterparties in emails, telephone calls and electronic chats, the US said. The $2.5 billion fine is a record for interest-rate manipulation. The largest German bank will pay $775 million in penalties to the Justice Department, $800 million to the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission, $600 million to the New York Department of Financial Services and $344 million to Britain's Financial Conduct Authority. The settlement agreement allows Deutsche Bank to keep its operating license in the United States. The Justice Department said the penalty reflected that Deutsche Bank's cooperation with the probe 'was often helpful but also fell short in some important respects.' Deutsche Bank co-chief executive Jurgen Fitschen has expressed regret for the rigging, adding that no current or former member of its management board were found to have known about the misconduct . Deutsche Bank co-chief executives Jurgen Fitschen and Anshu Jain expressed regret for the rigging, adding that no current or former member of its management board were found to have known about the misconduct. 'We have disciplined or dismissed individuals involved in the trader misconduct; have substantially strengthened our control teams, procedures and record-keeping; and are conducting a thorough review of the bank's actions in addressing this matter,' Fitschen and Jain said in a statement. The bank said it would book an additional charge of $1.6 billion in the first quarter for LIBOR and 'other matters'.

Summary: German banking giant has been fined for its role in a vast multi-year conspiracy to rig LIBOR interest rates . Deutsche Bank employees defrauded counterparties in emails, telephone calls and electronic chats . Settlement agreement allows Deutsche Bank to keep its operating license in the United States . Co-chief executive Jurgen Fitschen expressed regret for the rigging and said no one on the management board had known about the misconduct .