Nicola Sturgeon scoffed at Ed Miliband’s attempts to rule out a post-election pact with the Scottish National Party last night as she said Labour had no chance of winning a majority on its own. The Scottish First Minister, whose party is on course for a landslide north of the border, said the Labour leader would soon ‘change his tune’. Mr Miliband yesterday insisted he would not agree to a ‘confidence and supply’ deal with the SNP, who look set to deprive his party of an outright win and could hold the balance of power. Scroll down for video . Could hold the balance of power: Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon (left), whose party is on course for a landslide north of the border, said Labour leader Ed Miliband (right) would soon ‘change his tune’ Religious visit: Mr Miliband and his wife Justine meet Hindu devotees at the Shree Swaminarayan Temple in Willesden Green, north-west London, yesterday . But he again refused to rule out relying on SNP votes to pass key legislation. Critics said that would mean a weak Labour government having to negotiate day in, day out with SNP MPs. Miss Sturgeon has previously ruled out a formal coalition, but said she will seek to put Mr Miliband in No 10 even if Labour finishes 40 seats behind the Conservatives in a hung Parliament. Yesterday a YouGov/Sunday Times poll suggested the SNP could win 46 of Scotland’s 59 seats – up from just six at present. Miss Sturgeon told LBC Radio: ‘What Ed Miliband has got to recognise [is that] in a minority parliament, he won’t have the votes simply to say that he is going to do what he likes come what may. Balancing act: Miss Sturgeon visits Jump Gymnastics community club in Cumbernauld, North Lanarkshire . 'Economic risk': London Mayor Boris Johnson (left) told the BBC’s Andrew Marr Show that there is 'no way Miliband (right) could conceivably govern except with the help of the SNP' ‘He is trying to continue to pretend that he is going to have a majority, and he is in danger, I think, of giving the impression that he doesn’t have very much respect for democracy, or for the votes of the Scottish people. Ramped up warnings: Home Secretary Theresa May . ‘If the verdict of the people is to give neither of the big parties a majority ... my message to Ed Miliband remains as it has always been – if we have got an anti-Tory majority, if we work together, we can lock the Tories out.’ The Conservatives yesterday ramped up their warnings over a Labour-SNP deal. Home Secretary Theresa May said Britain would face its gravest constitutional crisis since the 1936 abdication of Edward VIII. She added that English voters would not accept Scottish MPs having power over crucial issues in their lives. And London Mayor Boris Johnson told the BBC’s Andrew Marr Show: ‘There is no way Miliband could conceivably govern except with the help of the SNP – they’d be crouching on his back like a monkey. 'The SNP

Summary: Scottish First Minister's party is on course for landslide north of border . Miliband says he won't agree to 'confidence and supply' deal with SNP . But he refuses to rule out relying on SNP votes to pass key legislation . Party could deprive Labour of outright win and hold balance of power .


It is no secret that when a gang member is sentenced to prison, he doesn't leave that life behind. Among the state of California's approximately 162,000 inmates, the most dangerous serve their time in Level IV maximum-security facilities where it is estimated as much as 97 per cent are gang affiliated. The gangs rule life behind the cement walls the same way as out on the streets, but for those who choose to leave the criminal families behind, the California Department of Corrections offers a chance at a different way of living on the inside. New order: Jeffrey Burkes (ex-Black Guerilla Family), Rubin Davis(ex-Mexican Mafia-Southern California), Norman Wayne Willhoite (ex-Aryan Brotherhood) and Dimas Deleon(ex-Nuestra Familia-Northern California), have spent collectively 55 years hating one another. In the past, standing next to each other would have meant kill or be killed. Now, all four reside in a Sensitive Needs Housing Unit . New unit: A former member of an Aryan Brotherhood gang walks through the prison yard in the Sensitive Needs Housing Facility at the California Department of Corrections, a section of the prison where gang behaviour is banned . Mixing it up: Inmates of different races and gang backgrounds play basketball together in the Sensitive Needs Housing Unit yard under the supervision of correctional officers in stark contrast to the segregation that generally governs prison life . Since 1999, the CDC has seen a dramatic increase in requests from inmates seeking special protection for dropping out of prison gangs, and as a result has set up several Sensitive Needs Housing Units. A Sensitive Needs Housing Unit can be found inside Level IV maximum-security facilities and is set to protect former members from the gangs, some of the more prominent being the Black Guerilla Family, Aryan Brotherhood and rival hispanic gangs Nuestra Familia from Northern California and the Mexican Mafia from the south. The exclusive units inside Sensitive Needs Housing provide a safer environment, free from gang activity, and the transition out of gang membership is dramatic. As these images show, inmates of different races and gang affiliations mix during their daily exercise and in the cafeteria during lunch. Prisoners who would previously have killed each other on sight due to their race or gang, now jokily tackle each other during a friendly basketball game on the Sensitive Needs Housing Unit's court. Building bridges: An ex-Mexican Mafia (southern California) gang member exercises with former members of the Nuestra Familia (northern California) in the the Sensitive Needs Housing Unit. Historically, members of these two rival gangs would have killed each other on sight . The other side of things: Prisoners who still remain in the 'normal' parts of the prison, outside the Sensitive Needs Housing Unit, refuse to exercise simultaneously, inmates alternate their workout routines until members of other gangs race have finished . Former leader: Dimas 'Diablo' Deleon, was one of the most feared enforcers for the Nuestra Familia (Northern California) prison gang. He explains how, in his world he was the self-proclaimed God; his word determined who lived or died. After spending almost

Summary: These men reside in a special prison unit set up inside maximum-security facilities to protect gang drop-outs . This Sensitive Needs Housing Unit in a California prison forces former members of rival gangs to mix . Although there is still some self-imposed racial segregation among inmates, the unit is free from gang activity . Up to 97 per cent of Level IV maximum-security inmates in California are gang affiliated .


Russia yesterday lifted a ban on supplying Iran with an air defence missile system which could be used to protect nuclear sites. Vladimir Putin gave the go-ahead for the deal, with the defence ministry saying it was ready to supply the S-300 missile equipment ‘promptly’. The move is likely to anger both the U.S. and Israel at a time of heightened tensions between the world powers and following a landmark deal on nuclear weapons. Moscow blocked deliveries of the surface to air missiles to Iran in 2010 after the United Nations imposed sanctions on Tehran over its nuclear programme, barring hi-tech weapons sales. Russia yesterday lifted a ban on supplying Iran with the air defence S-300 missile system (above), which could be used to protect nuclear sites . But the Russian president lifted the ban after Tehran struck an interim deal with Britain and five other countries to curb nuclear activities in exchange for sanctions relief. The framework deal, reached this month, intended to significantly restrict Iran’s ability to produce nuclear weapons, while giving it relief from international sanctions. The negotiations have been heavily criticised by Israel which has warned against Iran having any nuclear activities. Russia signed the £545million ($800m) contract to sell Iran the S-300 missile system in 2007, but later suspended their delivery because of strong objections from the U.S. and Israel. Vladimir Putin (above) gave the go-ahead for the deal, with the defence ministry saying it was ready to supply the equipment . The contract to deliver the system was heavily criticised by Israel and the U.S., who feared it could be used to protect Iranian nuclear sites. When it was cancelled, Iran filed a lawsuit with a court in Geneva, seeking £2.7billion ($4bn) in damages for breach of contract, but the court has not yet issued a ruling. Moscow said it had no choice but to annul the deal when the UN imposed sanctions, outlawing the sale of advanced weapons. Despite the sanctions, Russia and Iran have remained close allies. The deal on Iran’s suspected nuclear activities is supposed to be finalised by June 30. There is no firm agreement on how or when to lift the current sanctions. The announcement comes as the U.S. slammed Russia for flying a fighter jet close to a U.S. reconnaissance plane in an ‘unsafe and unprofessional manner’ last week. Pentagon spokesman Mark Wright said the U.S. was filing a complaint to Russia after the incident over the Baltic Sea, in the international airspace north of Poland. The U.S. crew believed the Russian pilot’s action were ‘unsafe and professional due to the aggressive manoeuvres it performed in close proximity to their aircraft and its high rate of speed’, Mr Wright added. Russian officials reportedly denied their pilot did anything wrong. The incident was not first time the U.S. protested to Moscow what it considered to be an unsafe intercept. Last April, a Russian fighter jet intercepted a US reconnaissance plane in international airspace over the Sea of Okhotsk.

Summary: Vladimir Putin gave the go-ahead to supply the S-300 missile equipment . Moscow blocked deliveries to Iran in 2010 after the UN imposed sanctions .


Mick Schumacher made his official pre-season test debut in Formula 4 on Wednesday as he made his first steps towards single-seater racing in 2015. The 16-year-old, son of seven-time F1 world champion Michael, drew huge media interest to the Oschersleben circuit in Germany as he drove his Van Amersfoort car. The young protege began karting seven years ago, and this year reached the German Formula 4 - a racing category used as a stepping stone by junior drivers. Mick Schumacher made his official Formula 4 pre-season test debut with Van Amersfoort on Wednesday . The 16-year-old, son of seven-time F1 world champion Michael, looks relaxed at the Oschersleben circuit . Schumacher will need time to make his way as a driver, according to team manager Frits van Amersfoort . While this was the first time the public were able to check out Mick in action in his new car, his pre-season practice didn't quite go to plan as he was involved in a 100mph crash last month. However, German newspaper Bild reported that the crash was minor and Mick walked away from the accident uninjured. His father, who is still recovering from a December 2013 ski accident at his home in Switzerland, has won a record seven 91 races in Formula 1, and Mick's boss Frits van Amersfoort says the youngster will need time. 'Of course we know that his father is a seven time world champion,' he said. 'But I want to emphasise that Mick will take the time to learn the trade of the racing driver.' Mick signed a contract with Van Amersfoort Racing to drive in the Formula 4 in March, and links up with team-mate Harrison Newey, the son of the Red Bull designer Adrian. He finished second in the world, European and German kart championships last season. Mick's father Michael has won a record seven 91 races in Formula 1 and is a legend of the sport . The youngster drives his car into the gravel during a media day in Germany . Mick will be looking to follow in the footsteps of father Michael in the future .

Summary: Mick Schumacher signed deal with Van Amersfoort racing last month . 16-year-old is son of seven-time F1 world champion Michael Schumacher . Mick makes official Formula 4 pre-season test debut at Oschersleben . Team-mate is Harrison Newey, son of Red Bull designer Adrian .


Energy drinks like Red Bull are causing children to behave badly, a teaching union has claimed . Pupils’ excessive consumption of energy drinks is fuelling deteriorating behaviour, it has been claimed. Chris Keates, general secretary of the NASUWT, likened the caffeinated refreshments to ‘readily available legal highs’. Some children drink ‘excessive’ amounts of Red Bull, Monster and Relentless, causing ‘hyperactivity’ and an ‘inevitable crash’ later, the teaching union said. Of the 3,500 teachers it surveyed, 13 per cent cited ‘use of caffeine and energy drinks … as a driver of poor pupil behaviour’. The teaching union is now working with national drug and alcohol charity, Swanswell, to provide pupils, parents and schools with advice on energy drinks. The move comes as doctors warned last week that the drinks can trigger heart problems in healthy teenagers. Miss Keates said: ‘This is the first time we have seen a significant number of teachers beginning to raise this as a concern. ‘These drinks are becoming increasingly popular among young people and are often seen as simply like any other soft drink, but many young people and their parents are not aware of the very high levels of stimulants that these drinks contain.’ She added: ‘Teachers are growing increasingly concerned that some young people are using these drinks to enable them to stay up into the early hours of the morning and then replace their lost energy by drinking two or three cans of these drinks on their way to school. ‘Teachers are reporting that this affects concentration in class and hyperactivity is then followed by the inevitable crash later in the school day when the impact of these drinks wear off. ‘Parents and young people need to be made aware of what these drinks contain and their potential impact on behaviour.’ There is no recommendation around how much caffeine people should drink each day, according to a briefing document prepared for the NASUWT by Swanswell. However, the Food Standards Agency recommends that children should only consume caffeine in moderation. As a result, it would ‘seem logical that children should consume a maximum of 200mg of caffeine per day, as recommended for pregnant women’. Children and pregnant women could drink five 500ml bottles of cola before reaching this daily limit for caffeine intake. However, they could only have one of the top five energy drink brands to get to this 200mg level, according to the report. Chris Keates, general secretary of the NASUWT (pictured), likened the caffeinated refreshments to ‘readily available legal highs’ It also points to a Danish study that revealed over 40 per cent of energy drink consumers experienced insomnia, restlessness and heart palpitations. Twenty per cent of those aged 10 to 14 consume too much caffeine and have a ‘limited knowledge of the ingredients in energy drinks and the side effects associated with them’, the research found. Debbie Bannigan, chief executive of Swanswell, said: ‘As a provider of drug and alcohol services for young people we’re concerned about excessive energy drink consumption, not least because we’re finding links to use of other substances,

Summary: Children drink 'excessive' amounts of energy drinks, teachers' union claim . Drinks like Red Bull, Monster and Relentless are causing 'hyperactivity' NASUWT likened caffeinated refreshments to 'readily available legal highs' Of teachers surveyed 13% cited energy drinks as cause of bad behaviour .


The Rev. Robert H. Schuller, the Southern California televangelist and author who beamed his upbeat messages on faith and redemption to millions from his landmark Crystal Cathedral only to see his empire crumble in his waning years, has died. He was 88. Schuller died early Thursday at a care facility in Artesia, daughter Carol Schuller Milner said. In 2013, he was diagnosed with a tumor in his esophagus that had spread to his lymph nodes and began treatment. Once a charismatic and well-known presence on the televangelist circuit, Schuller faded from view in recent years after watching his church collapse amid a disastrous leadership transition and sharp declines in viewership and donations that ultimately forced the ministry to file for bankruptcy. The soaring, glass-paned Crystal Cathedral — the touchstone of Schuller's storied ministry — was sold to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange in 2011, and Schuller lost a legal battle the following year to collect more than $5 million from his former ministry for claims of copyright infringement and breach of contract. Scroll down for video . Minister: Rev. Robert H. Schuller died early Thursday in California at the age of 88 . Beginnings: . He and his late wife, Arvella (seen together in 1950) started a ministry in 1955 with $500 when he began preaching from the roof of a concession stand at a drive-in movie theater southeast of Los Angeles . Schuller, who preached in a flowing purple robe and outsized aviator glasses, suffered a mild heart attack in 1997 but was quickly back on the pulpit, saying 'the positive person' is not afraid of life's surprises. In July 2013, he was hospitalized for days after a late-night fall at his home in Orange. Schuller's evangelical Protestant ministry, part of the Reformed Church in America, was a product of modern technology. He and his late wife, Arvella, an organist, started a ministry in 1955 with $500 when he began preaching from the roof of a concession stand at a drive-in movie theater southeast of Los Angeles. The church's motto — 'Come as you are in the family car' — tapped into the burgeoning Southern California auto culture and the suburban boom of post-World War II America. By 1961, the church had a brick-and-mortar home — a 'walk-in/drive-in church' — and Schuller began broadcasting the 'Hour of Power' in 1970. In 1980, he built the towering glass-and-steel Crystal Cathedral to house his booming TV ministry, which was broadcast live each week from the cathedral's airy and sunlit 2,800-seat sanctuary. At its peak, in the 1990s, the program had 20 million viewers in about 180 countries. Preaching: The Reverend Robert Schuller is seen here on January 28, 1996, urging John du Pont - whose life story was dramatized in the 2014 film 'Foxcatcher' to give up after killing Dave Schultz . Success: Schuller (seen in 1980) he built the Crystal Cathedral to house his booming TV ministry, which was broadcast live each week from the cathedral's airy and sunlit 2,800-seat sanctuary . Couple: Besides his son, Schuller and his wife, Arvella,

Summary: The Rev. Robert H. Schuller died early Thursday at a care facility in Artesia, daughter Carol Schuller Milner said . He and his late wife started a ministry in 1955 with $500 when he began preaching from the roof of a concession stand at a drive-in movie theater southeast of Los Angeles . By 1961, the church had a brick-and-mortar home — a 'walk-in/drive-in church' — and Schuller began broadcasting the 'Hour of Power' in 1970 . In 1980, he built the towering glass-and-steel Crystal Cathedral to house his booming TV ministry . At its peak, in the 1990s, the program had 20 million viewers in about 180 countries .


Why buy a fishing boat, when you can make one out of household furniture? Auckland coastguards have had the shock of their life after receiving an alert that about 5 homemade 'boats' were taking part in an annual fishing event on Sunday. The attendees included a couch strapped to a stack of tyres and a floating Subaru car. Scroll down for video . Auckland coastguards received unusual call out to a homemade boat race that saw aSubaru take to the water . The race also saw a couch strapped to a few tyres and being pulled along by a dingy . Coastguards took to the water near Gulf Harbour, off Auckland's Whangaparaoa Peninsula after receiving a call out about the event from a member of the public. One vessel capsized just outside of the harbour, causing three people to have a bit of a paddle, however no one was injured. The voluntary rescue unit, Hibiscus Rescue and North Shore Rescue lent a hand to the fishermen as alcohol appeared to be involved during the event. Coastguard Hibiscus took to their Facebook to post their surprise at the unique vessels. 'These guys and gals were having a great time today!' they wrote. 'It was great to see everyone wearing lifejackets! Not sure who won the fishing comp?' A video was also released by the coastguard showing two men on a dodgy dingy being transported back to the shore. Hibiscus Rescue and North Shore Rescue lent a hand to the fishermen as alcohol appeared to be involved . One vessel capsized outside of the harbour, however besides getting a bit wet, no one was injured . The men can be heard yelling 'safety first, safety first,' before throwing was appears to be a beer can at another vessel. According to the New Zealand Herald, the event has been happening for years and is aimed to spread positivity through the community. An attendee who asked not to be named said that safety was always paramount and the strong winds at Army Bay were monitored. 'It's all about people building boats. These guys have spent a year restoring boats and we've had a lot of positive feedback from the community. It's 100 per cent positive,' he said. 'We're just locals, just mates, having a good time.' The travellers were issued with a warning by police but no charges were laid.

Summary: Auckland coastguards received unusual call out to a homemade boat race . The race saw 15 'boats' including a floating Subaru car and couch on tyres . One vessel capsized outside of the harbour, however no one was injured . Hibiscus Coastguards posted their delight at everyone wearing life jackets .


Dr Unt Tun Maung, 43, asked the vulnerable teen to remove her bra before cupping and squeezing each of her breasts, Durham Crown Court heard . A married GP who fondled a vulnerable teenager's breasts when she came to him complaining of chest pains has been jailed for 18 months. Dr Unt Tun Maung, 43, was working as a locum GP when he assaulted the patient during a routine examination at a Teesside medical centre in 2012, Durham Crown Court was previously told. The father-of-one, of Chester-le-Street, County Durham, had spent 12 years working in the NHS, but has now lost everything because of a 'moment of madness', his lawyer told the court. The attack took place during a routine appointment in July 2012 when the girl went to Maung complaining of chest pains. Maung then asked the teenager to remove her bra, before cupping and squeezing her breasts before telling her to put her clothes back on. After the incident, the woman texted a friend to say she felt she had been sexually abused. In a statement read to the court, she said had not wanted to believe she had been taken advantage of, but she could not rid it from her mind. Then, when she visited another doctor a few months later with another chest infection, she panicked while being examined, the court heard. A complaint was made to the NHS, although the police were not alerted for 'several months', prosecutor Peter Makepeace said. Dr Maung came from a medical family and had worked in the NHS since moving to the UK in 2000, Mr Hurst said, and was held in high regard both professionally and personally. He had devoted 12 years of his life to working in the NHS and had also helped contribute to his Buddhist community, defence barrister Andrew Hurst said. Mr Hurst asked the judge to suspend the sentence, saying Maung's earning potential had been decimated and he had lost the respect of the community, to the point that his conviction 'effectively amounts to a life sentence'. Maung was jailed for 18 months for the attack, which took place in 2012, is currently suspended from practicing and is facing a General Medical Council investigation . Judge Prince told Maung he had previously been of 'exemplary' character, had made a significant contribution to society, both as a 'diligent and dedicated doctor' and in the wider community. He added that Maung was clearly held in high regard by numerous people of high standing. However, the judge concluded that only an immediate prison sentence would be appropriate for the crime and deter others from behaving in such a way in future. Dr Maung has been suspended from general practice since October 2013 and now faces a General Medical Council investigation. Judge Prince added that his NHS career was 'unquestionably over'. Maung will also be placed on the sex offenders' register for ten years, but was not told to pay the victim any compensation, though she can pursue him through the civil courts.

Summary: Dr Unt Tun Maung, 43, working as a locum GP on Teesside at time of attack . He asked vulnerable girl to remove her bra before cupping her breasts . Court told he was a clever, respected man who had a 'moment of madness' Currently suspended and is facing General Medical Council investigation .


Former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and his wife Therese Rein have said goodbye to their family home in Brisbane's east of more than 20 years after slashing over $100,000 off the asking price to pocket $1.14 million. The tropical Queenslander home still managed to sell for over three times what the couple paid when they bought the house just over two decades ago, when they snagged the Norman Crescent property for $384,000 in December 1994. The house was snatched up by applied economics Professor Uwe Dulleck, who already owns a home in the area with his wife Monica. Scroll down for video . The two-storey property is a striking Queenslander, aptly painted a sunny yellow with forest green features and weatherboard panelling . Former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and wife Therese Rein leave their home in Brisbane in 2013, whilst their son Nicholas (far right) was photographed outside the property in 2012 . The pool is also perfect for hours of enjoyment. It is a tranquil settinhg, surrounded by palms and vines and ornate rocks, ensuring the home has a luxurious resort-feel . The house has a history of encouraging bargains, as the Rudd's paid $116,000 less than Irene and Nicholas Kassos who paid $500,000 just five months before the Rudd's did in 1994, reported news.com.au. There is no doubt that the home belonged to Kevin Rudd, as it features a kangaroo and emu emblem in pride of place on the veranda's lattice - twice. The polished but warm home is the place the former Prime Minister and his wife Therese Rein raised their three children, Jessica, Marcus and Nicholas. 'Sad to farewell our family home after 20 years as K & I get some more Sunny Coast sand between the toes. :) Hope a new family loves it too,' Therese Rein announced on Twitter. It's white, bright and airy, with weatherboard cladding in the living spaces and bedrooms. The bedrooms also have beautiful french doors leading out onto the patio . The modern kitchen has grey marble bench tops and state of the art appliances. There is an island bench and beautiful wooden and glass cupboards . To ensure there is no doubt this tropical Queenslander home belongs to Kevin Rudd, a kangaroo and emu emblem has pride of place on the veranda's lattice - twice . The city sanctuary is a breath of fresh air, with a stunning garden surrounding the home, filled with lush green ferns, beautiful old trees and tropical palms. It appears in photographs and for inspections without styling, meaning the furnishings and decorations are exactly as chosen and enjoyed by the Rudd family. The property is an understated but nonetheless stunning home which is perfect for a family, young or old. It is a classic colonial home with the warmth of a country property yet the convenience of its proximity to the city, schools and public transport, including the CityCat and ferry services. The two-storey property is a striking Queenslander, aptly painted a sunny yellow with forest green features. The bathroom is fascinating, with yellow,

Summary: The Rudd family put their family home on the market in November and it sold for $1.14 million . Kevin Rudd and Therese Rein were originally hoping for $1.25 million but lowered the asking price to $1.19 million . The property sold to applied economics Professor Uwe Dulleck and his wife Monica who already live in the area . They bought the Norman Park property in Brisbane's east in 1994 for just $384,000 . It's a five-bedroom colonial classic - a hidden sanctuary surrounded by greenery with a resort-style pool . The Rudds will use their luxurious, modern Noosa home as their permanent base after the sale .


Some 1,500 migrants have been rescued by Italian navy and coast guard ships in less than 24 hours, officials said Sunday. Coast guard ships came to the aid of five boats in the southern Mediterranean on Saturday and managed to save all passengers. The rescues were made as newly released figures show an increase of 43 per cent of migrant arrivals into the EU via Italy on the same period last year. Scroll down for video . Rescued: Migrants arrive in the port of Lampedusa on a boat of the Italian coastguard following a rescue operation off the coast of Sicily . The 1,500 migrants were rescued on Saturday by two coast . guard ships and one navy ship in five separate operations, the . coast guard said in a statement. Three of the migrants' boats were in difficulty and sent . rescue requests via satellite phones while they were off the . coast of Libya. As the coast guard came to the aid of the three boats in distress, they spotted two more trying to cross the sea. The migrants were all transboarded onto the Italian ships . and were being taken to either the island of Lampedusa or ports . in Sicily, the statement said. Saved: Some 1,500 migrants trying to cross the Mediterranean to Italy in were rescued in one day . An Italian coast guard rescuerholds a baby as migrants arrive in the port of Lampedusa on Saturday . About 170,000 migrants entered the European Union through . Italy last year by way of the dangerous sea crossing organised . by human traffickers, most departing from Libya. More than 3,000 . perished. During the first two months of this year, arrivals were up . 43 per cent versus the same period of 2014, officials have said. The coast guard and navy intervened to save three large boats carrying migrants off the Libyan coast after intercepting distress calls from satellite telephones, only to find two other migrants boats in difficulty nearby .

Summary: Some 1,500 migrants were rescued by coast guards in 24 hours . The migrants were picked up from five boats in the Mediterranean . Arrivals are up 43 per cent this year versus same period in 2014 .


A lonely shepherd has been found dead alongside a scarecrow he had apparently had sex with after dressing it up in a long-haired wig and lipstick. The rotting remains of Jose Alberto, 58, were discovered after neighbours called their local council to report the smell coming from his house in the city of San Jose de Balcare in eastern Argentina. Rodolfo Moure, a spokesman for the prosecutor's office, said: 'I initially thought there were two bodies but then I realised one was a scarecrow wearing lipstick and a long-haired wig. Jose Alberto, 58, was found dead next to a scarecrow prosecutors believe he died while having sex with it . 'It was lying next to the deceased. 'There were no signs of violence and we are working on the assumption that the man died during sex with the scarecrow. 'Straw had been stuffed inside the old clothes that had been sewn together to make the scarecrow. 'We are now waiting the results of an autopsy.'

Summary: Body of Jose Alberto, 58, discovered at home in Argentina by neighbours . They reported smell coming from his house in city of San Jose de Balcare . Was found lying next to scarecrow wearing lipstick and long-haired wig . Prosecutor working on assumption he died during sex with the scarecrow .


The England C team is facing the axe after 36 years as part of Greg Dyke’s spending review at the Football Association. FA chairman Dyke must find £30million to fund his masterplan to reform grassroots football with more 3G pitches in urban coaching hubs, and has identified the non-league national team as an area of potential saving. England C, which has operated under different names since it was formed in 1979, is managed by former Barnet boss Paul Fairclough, who selects from players outside the Football League, aged 23 and under. FA chairman Greg Dyke could axe the England C team to save money to help improve grassroots football . The team normally plays only three or four times a season, but some friendly fixtures have attracted attention inside the organisation because of the elaborate travel involved. England won 6-1 in Bermuda, in June 2013, and won 1-0 in Jordan, in March last year. Fairclough’s team also compete in the International Challenge Trophy, a competition for European semi-pro national teams, but did not qualify for the semi-finals of this year’s tournament from a home-and-away qualifying group featuring Turkey, Slovakia and Estonia. They were beaten by Cyprus U21s in friendly in Larnaca, in February, but there are no more fixtures planned and, since a meeting last week, fears have increased about the long-term future for a team which has been known since its formation as the National Game XI, England Semi-Pro and England Non-League. Paul Fairclough (left) is the current manager of the team and he selects non-league players under 23 . Those capped at this level include George Boyd of Burnley, Craig Mackail-Smith of Brighton and Steve Morison of Leeds, who all went on to play at full international level, although not for England. Boyd and Mackail-Smith won caps for Scotland and Morison for Wales. Former Leicester winger Steve Guppy won one senior England cap after playing once for his country at non-league level. Guppy also won one cap for the U21s and one for England B, which could make him the ultimate one-cap wonder. Barnsley manager Lee Johnson was also capped at non-league level. George Boyd (right) played for the England C team before switching allegiances and playing for Scotland .

Summary: Greg Dyke could axe the England C team to find the needed £30million . The FA chairman needs the money to help with his grassroots plans . Premier League player George Boyd played for the non-league team .


Residents living yards from the scene of the £60million Hatton Garden heist have revealed how they were hit by 'peculiar' power cuts on the weekend before the daring crime. They also claim to have heard ‘drilling’ noises on the evening of Good Friday, but thought at the time that this was simply a continuation of road works that had been taking place in recent weeks. Meanwhile it has also been alleged that the thieves returned a day after the initial robbery in central London to steal more loot after becoming 'greedy'. Scroll down for video . Arrival: Two members of the criminal gang, with their faces obscured, can be seen entering the building . Leaving the area: Later on, they exit the building with wheelies bins thought to be carrying the stolen loot . Scotland Yard admitted last week that an alarm first went off at the scene after midnight on Good Friday, but it was graded as 'no police response was deemed to be required'. Residents on Greville Street - near the scene close to Farringdon station - say they had suspicious power outages a full week before the heist, which they now think could be linked. Farhana Begum, 19, who lives in a flat just a ten-second walk from the raided premises, added: ‘My mum actually heard drilling on the [Good] Friday night, it was probably about 9pm or 9.30pm. ‘But there had been road works, or construction work, going on in the street for the last couple of weeks, so she thought that they may have been working late. Protection: One of the gang members carries a large plastic bag past the camera to help obscure his face . Vehicle: A white transit van used to transport the gang and their loot pulls away from outside the building . ‘But she did think it was quite weird that they would be drilling at that time. Also, about two weeks ago, so the weekend before it happened, there was an electrical cut.' Miss Begum added: ‘It was over that weekend, so before the Holborn fire [under Kingsway on April 1] as well. It happened on either the Friday or the Saturday, it was just a bit peculiar.’ Career criminal: Noel 'Razor' Smith, who has 58 convictions and spent 32 years in prison, said the group was likely brought together by a 'Mr Big' Another local resident, data scientist John Han, 26, said: ‘We heard some type of loud noise which woke us up. It was late at night on the Friday or Saturday. I can't remember which. ‘I heard some type of noise. I'm not sure what it was, but I thought they were just doing road works in the street again. But I did think to myself why would somebody be doing road works at that time?’ Former bank robber Noel 'Razor' Smith - who was responsible for more than 200 bank robberies during his criminal career - believes the group made an unplanned return to the scene after their initial break-in when they realised their robbery had not

Summary: Locals say power cuts the weekend before raid could be linked to heist . They also tell of suspicious 'drilling' noises on evening of Good Friday . Group seen returning to scene on Saturday - a day after initial break-in . Police admit they didn't respond after alarm went off early on Friday .


When she was 15 weeks pregnant with her fifth child, Clare Van Santen was told she had breast cancer. 'I was pregnant with Elijah when I found out that I had breast cancer, so it was a bit scary wondering what was going to happen with the pregnancy and the other kids,' Ms Van Santen told Daily Mail Australia. After undergoing a specific chemotherapy regime which had been found to have no negative impact on unborn children, and having a mastectomy, her son was born happy and most importantly, healthy. 'He had a full head of hair when he was born, and I was bald so that made me feel better,' Ms Van Santen, who is from Perth, joked. Singe mother-of-five Clare Van Santen, 37, (back of image) is currently battling terminal breast cancer. She is pictured here with her four youngest kids Susan 17, Nikita, 14, Jack, 12, Elijah, 9, . The Perth woman was first diagnosed when she was pregnant with her fifth child, Elijah, now aged nine . When she asked her doctor after all her treatment whether she was in remission, he told her that with breast cancer, if it is contained within the breast like hers was, you are essentially cured. But ten years on, after living a life which she thought was cancer-free, the single mum-of-five has been told her cancer is now terminal. Her biggest concern going forward is for her children, whose ages range from 20 to nine years old, and how they will live without her. 'I worry about how they’re going to be and who’s going to look after them, what’s going to happen, how they’re going to cope,' Ms Van Santen said. After her initial diagnosis, the Perth woman learned in October 2013 her cancer had spread to her liver, and she also had a small amount in one of her shoulders. 'I went to have lap-band surgery and they did a scan of my liver and found some legions which ended up being cancer, little tiny bit in my shoulder too,' Ms Van Santen revealed. Ms Van Santen has a bucket list of things she wants to do with her children: Keisha, 20, Susan 17, Nikita, 14, Jack, 12, Elijah, 9, in the time she has left . She was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005, but it has since spread to her liver, shoulder, and brain . The 37-year-old has undergone coutnless chemotherapy and radiation treatments in the past decade . Instead of the surgery she was supposed to have, she had to endure five months of chemotherapy and hormone treatments, which successfully shrunk the spots in her liver. 'For most people a Bucket List is something that has lots of adventurous things on it... My Bucket List is for me and my kids, so they can enjoy their home environment and that we can make as many happy memories as possible while I can.' - Clare Van Santen. Some of the items on the mother-of-five's list include: . Then at the beginning of this year, Ms Van

Summary: Clare Van Santen, 37, has Stage 4 breast cancer, which means it's terminal . Single mum-of-five was first diagnosed in 2005 while pregnant with her son . She underwent chemotherapy and a mastectomy to fight the cancer . Then in October 2013 she learned it had spread to her liver and shoulder . Discovered she had tumors in her brain after a seizure in February 2015 . Now she has thrown her support behind the Buying Time Campaign . It urges people to donate to fund more breast care nurses and services .


Unexpected: Waitrose announced yesterday the early arrival of its first British tomatoes of the year . Our glorious spring has accelerated the growing season - and supermarket shelves are already bursting with English summer fruit and veg. Usually at this time of year we would still be eating vegetables imported from Spain and South America. But thanks to endless days of sun and temperatures we would not expect until August, English tomatoes and asparagus are already on the shelves, weeks ahead of usual. Waitrose announced yesterday the early arrival of its first British tomatoes of the year. It is stocking large Jack Hawkins, aromatic Red Choice and tiny Baby Plums, all grown in greenhouses across England. And the supermarket has been stocking asparagus since the beginning of the month. Strawberries are also already on the shelves - far earlier than normal - and English raspberries saw their earliest ever appearance in the last week of March. Morrisons, meanwhile, yesterday predicted Britain would have best crop of asparagus for nearly a decade. The chain estimates that the asparagus crop could be up 20 per cent this year compared to average, having received an early boost of high light levels and warm temperatures. Morrisons asparagus buyer David Bartle said: ‘Growing conditions look like they are going to be perfect. ‘The good weather will not only affect the amount of asparagus grown but also the quality of the crop. We could have the most exceptional year since 2007.’ Peter Cooke, Waitrose vegetable buyer, said: ‘Our customers can choose from a wide variety of home grown tomatoes and in bigger quantities than this time last year.’ The sunny spell is set to continue until later this week, when the weather will take a turn for the worst. The mercury is set to hit 21C (70F) as the Queen celebrates her 89th birthday today (Tuesday) - making it hotter than Ibiza, Athens and Barcelona. But rain, cloud and cooler temperatures are predicted for the second half of the week. Early arrival: thanks to endless days of sun and temperatures we would not expect until August, English tomatoes and asparagus are already on the shelves, weeks ahead of usual . Showers could hit the capital this Sunday as tens of thousands of runners take part in the London Marathon. Dan Williams, a spokesman for the Met Office, said most of Britain basked in sunshine yesterday and will continue to enjoy good weather until Wednesday. He said: ‘There has been lots of sunshine around and the temperatures have been pretty decent for this time of year - temperatures have hit 19C in Sussex and 18C in London. But he added: ‘By Thursday a lot more cloud will be around in general and there will be light rain over Scotland. ‘For most it will be a dry day still with some sunny spells, but generally that cloud is the herald of slightly more unsettled weather. ‘The high pressure that has been dominating for the past few days moves over and we see a bit more of what you would expect

Summary: Usually eat vegetables from Spain and South America at this time of year . But recent temperatures have led to English tomatoes sprouting early . Strawberries and raspberries also on shelves already, far earlier than usual .


Nicole Kidman has been slammed by an American union representing 25,000 flight attendants for her new ad campaign with Etihad Airways. In an open letter to Kidman, the president of the Association of Professional Flight Attendants, Laura Glading, wrote the sponsorship deal was at odds with the Australian Oscar winner's role as a United Nations Women's Goodwill Ambassador. Etihad has rejected the allegation, arguing its commitment to its employees is one of the airline's top priorities. Scroll down for video . Nicole Kidman has been slammed by an American union representing 25,000 flight attendants for her new ad campaign with Etihad Airways . The union has waged a public campaign against Etihad and other United Arab Emirates airlines claiming they 'are well-known in our industry for their discriminatory labour practices and deplorable treatment of female employees'. 'Last month, on March 8, International Women's Day, you said, "I envisage a world where all women and girls have equal opportunities and rights ... Now is the time to step it up",' Glading wrote in the letter to Kidman. 'Later that very same week, we saw that you had begun appearing in a new campaign for Etihad, a company that the Wall Street Journal has publicly reported "may fire women if they become pregnant" and forces flight attendants to live in "confinement' in secure compounds". The Association of Professional Flight Attendants argues the Etihad deal was at odds with Kidman's role as a United Nations Women's Goodwill Ambassador . The Australian Oscar winning actress stars in Etihad's new 'Hollywood Glamour' global brand campaign . 'These are the types of conditions that APFA fought to eradicate decades ago in the United States.' Kidman stars in Etihad's new 'Hollywood Glamour' global brand campaign. Etihad premiered a new TV commercial last month starring and narrated by Kidman, which was shot onboard the airline's new flagship A380 plane. 'At Etihad Airways, we have become a global, award-winning employer because we value our employees and we treat them with dignity and respect,' an Etihad spokesperson told AAP. Etihad says it fully supports its cabin crew during and after pregnancies. Etihad has rejected the allegation, arguing its commitment to its employees is one of the airline's top priorities . Etihad premiered a new TV commercial last month starring and narrated by Kidman, which was shot onboard the airline's new flagship A380 plane . When a cabin crew member informs Etihad of a pregnancy she is provided with appropriate ground duties for the duration of the pregnancy, remains fully compensated and engaged on the ground and is entitled to paid maternity leave if more than one year's service is completed, according to the airline. 'Our cabin crew are then able to return to their flying role at the end of their maternity leave period,' the spokesperson said. 'The health and safety of our cabin crew remains paramount. Therefore, we follow the GCAA (General Civil Aviation Authority) requirement that crew do not continue to fly while pregnant.' Kidman has been contacted for comment. Etihad says it fully supports its cabin crew during and

Summary: Association of Professional Flight Attendants argues Nicole Kidman's Etihad deal is at odds with UN Women's Goodwill Ambassador role . Kidman stars in Etihad's new 'Hollywood Glamour' global brand campaign . Union is waging a campaign against Etihad and United Arab Emirates airlines due to treatment of female employees . Etihad has rejected allegations saying employees are their top priority .


If you needed more proof that Zac Efron has officially left the weedy teenager of High School Musical behind to become a bona-fide buff babe, you've got it. Pictured on the set of his latest film, Bad Grandpa, Efron still managed to make us swoon despite wearing nothing but nude pants and a stuffed bumble bee. This got FEMAIL thinking about how many child stars have grown into stunning adults, and how many haven't... Haven't you grown: We got a sneak peek at Zac Efron's hot bod as well as his new film, Bad Grandpa, on Tuesday. He's come along way since his High School Musical days... It seems like only yesterday that Zac Efron's baby blues peeped out at from beneath his sweeping fringe as he serenaded us in High School Musical. But at the age of just 19, and playing a 16 year old, it felt rather creepy having a schoolgirl crush on the young star. So now he's 27 we are more than happy to be able to perve over his bulging biceps, hard six pack and toned legs... At first, Zac appeared to be among the few male child stars who have blossomed as adults, with the girls ruling the 'I was cute and now I'm hot' world. The obvious exceptions are Ryan Gosling - is there a hot list he isn't on? - and Justin Timberlake. Both were in the Mickey Mouse Club, along with Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera, plus Gosling starred as Young Hercules in a TV series of the same name at the age of 18. Always a handsome lad, Ryan Gosling went from a blond 'young Hercules' to appearing on every hot list ever . Justin has sorted his hair, got rid of those awful earrings and, how do we say this - grown into his face . After digging a little deeper, however, we remembered Slater from Saved by the Bell, aka Mario Lopez, whose dimples have dazzled for decades. Also Joseph Gordon-Levitt who surprised us all when he grew from being the long-haired awkward boy in Third Rock from the Sun into a suave-looking gent who knows how to work a suit. Then there's Taylor Lautner, who has such a baby face we still consider him to be a youngster, but at the grand old age of 23 and with some manly facial hair, he's now made it onto our list. Joseph Gordon-Levitt has grown from being the long-haired awkward boy into a suave-looking gent . Slater from Saved by the Bell, aka Mario Lopez, has dimples that have dazzled for decades . Taylor Lautner still has a baby face after all these years, but his new manly facial hair has got him on our list . Many cute-as-a-button boys, however, failed to grow into the hunks they could have been. Macaulay Culkin won our hearts as the mischievous young Kevin in the Home Alone trilogy, but somehow evolved into a greasy guy who looks, well, a bit weird... Ed Furlong was a heartthrob for youngsters brave enough to watch the

Summary: Efron's buff bod is far from the weedy teen days of High School Musical . FEMAIL looks at more famous tots and teens all grown up and looking hot . Cute kids don't guarantee cute adults, though, as we find out...


David Cameron today accused the BBC of peddling ‘b*******’ after claiming his favourite sport was foxhunting. The Tory leader hit back at presenter Andrew Marr, after being left baffled by questions during an interview on Sunday. It came as Mr Cameron turned the clock back to ape John Major’s election soapbox by climbing on to a wooden pallet to address the party faithful, but ended up being heckled by someone claiming ‘the NHS is dying’. David Cameron today turned the clock back to ape John Major’s election soapbox by climbing on to a wooden pallet to address the party faithful . Mr Cameron promised at the weekend that he would ‘take to the streets’ to defend the Tory record and urge voters to reject both Labour and Ukip. He said he had ‘upped the tempo’ to make the case that his economic plan is working. But he took time out from the campaign today to escalate his row with the BBC after appearing on the Andrew Marr Show on Sunday morning. Marr claimed the PM recently told the Countryside Alliance magazine that his favourite sport was fox hunting. ‘Is that really true?’ he asked. Mr Cameron replied: ‘No, I am a believer in…’ But Marr interrupted again: ‘You said it’s my favourite sport which I love.’ Again Mr Cameron insisted: ‘No I love walking, I love fishing, I love all sorts of sports.’ On the campaign trail in Yorkshire, Mr Cameron hit back at the BBC for claiming he had said foxhunting is his favourite sport . The Tory leader was heckled as he addressed party activists and workers from Decorative Panels during a campaign visit to Calder Valley . But in an article for the magazine, Mr Cameron actually said: ‘I have always been a strong supporter of country sports. ‘It is my firm belief that people should have the freedom to hunt, so I share the frustration that many people feel about the Hunting Act and the way it was brought in by the last government.’ Marr later admitted on Twitter that he had made an error: ‘Honest mistake – I was wrong – sorry. Cock up not conspiracy, but wrong on my part.’ Today Mr Cameron revealed how he thought it was wrong at the time of the interiview. He told the Spectator: ‘The old mental filing system, you’re going ‘drrrrrr’ through, and thinking… but I knew the article because I wrote it myself… I just thought maybe there’s something else. ‘You never know, something might have been written by someone else. So I thought it was bollocks. And it was bollocks.’ BBC presenter Andrew Marr has admitted he made a mistake on Sunday, but insisted it was a 'cock up not conspiracy' He insisted foxhunting was not his favourite sport, adding: ‘I am what I am. I’m a country boy, I like the countryside, I support country sports. ‘But my favourite sport is tennis, for the avoidance of doubt. And I’m quite good at it.’ Mr Cameron’s decision to use a soapbox came on the day Sir John

Summary: Tory leader hits back at BBC's Andrew Marr after interview on live TV . Marr twice said the PM told a magazine foxhunting is his favourite sport . Presenter has admitted mistake, insisting it was a 'cock up not conspiracy' Cameron climbs on to wooden pallet to address party faithful in Yorkshire . But he was heckled by a factory worker who said the 'NHS is dying'


She became a model at the tender age of 14. And after achieving global success as one of the world's most famous supermodels, Gisele Bundchen took one last strut down the catwalk on Wednesday. The 34-year-old beauty - who has announced she's retiring from the runway - was seen walking for Colcci during São Paulo Fashion Week in her native Brazil, wearing a selection of summery ensembles. Scroll down for video . Her swan song: Gisele Bunchen sashayed down the catwalk for the last time at São Paulo Fashion Week on Wednesday . It's goodbye: A teary-eyed Gisele shared this photo on Instagram revealing the experience of walking the catwalk for the last time and the rousing send-off she received had left her speechless . The Brazilian mother of two, who is married to NFL quarterback Tom Brady, has said she wants to spend more time with her family but has also vowed to continue working in the industry. Gisele made her big entrance with the lights dimmed - apart from the glow of a neon Colcci logo behind her - and launched down the catwalk to the beat of an uptempo indie-rock track. The mother-of-two sizzled in a pretty white embroidered halterneck dress along with some black knee-high gladiator-style boots. Her golden blonde tresses were styled into her signature beachy waves and her make-up palette was natural with a nude lip. One more turn: The mother-of-two sizzled in a white embroidered halterneck dress with knee-high gladiator boots as she modeled for Colcci . Sexy shoulders: Gisele appeared to be wearing a black multi-strap bra under the frock . Colcci Spring 2016 Dress . Check out Colcci's current line here . Visit site . After 20 years of striding with pride, Giselle Bundchen finishes her runway career at Colcci, a Brazilian fashion brand, in a stunning sheer white halter neck dress. This kind of dress is a must have for summer. Throw it over a bikini for the beach or style it just like the runway over a black cage bra and gladiator heels for the ultimate rocker boho music festival look. Colcci style is heavily influenced by street wise clothing, with a hint of hip hop culture as well as Mexican folk art. They have one store in New Jersey and they're a hard brand to find online. Not to worry, if you're not heading to Brazil anytime soon, we found several sheer breezy dresses that will have you ready for your summer entrance. The Free People one is under $100 and our favorite pick. Isabel Marant Eyelet Serena sundress at Barneys . Visit site . Free People Eyelet slip dress . Visit site . Free People Dress in Lace with Cold Shoulder Detail at Asos . Visit site . Motel Anderson Halterneck Knit Dress at Asos . Visit site . Showstopper: Gisele made her big entrance to the beat of an uptempo indie-rock track and the lights dimmed . Stunning: The 34-year-old showed off her yoga-honed limbs in the designer wear . Golden goddess: Ms Bundchen's golden skin tone popped

Summary: The 34-year-old beauty was seen walking for Colcci during São Paulo Fashion Week in her native Brazil, wearing a selection of summery ensembles . Supporting her from the front row was husband Tom Brady, her parents Vania and Valdir and sister Gabriela . Tom shared gushing Facebook message about his wife: 'Your beauty runs much deeper than what the eye can see' She is the highest-paid supermodel for the last 10 years and worth a staggering $386 million . In the past 12 months alone she has amassed $47 million (or $128,000 a day) Mother-of-two plans to publish a book and appear in a documentary on her life .


This is a beauty trend we don't see catching on. Celebrated Australian designer Akira Isogawa sent models down the runway with faces covered in sequins at his show on Wednesday morning at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia. While some models were embellished with just sequinned brows, others sported an entire mask of face bling. The new beauty trend? Models at the Akira show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Sydney on Wednesday sported a full face of sequins . The Plastics: On Wednesday's Akira models wear pink (and also plastic head pieces) 50 shades of pink: Isogawa presented a collection full of bright pinks and reds . Teams of make-up artists were pictured backstage working together to apply the sequins by hand one-by-one to models' faces. Pale pink iridescent sequins in various sizes were used to create the striking look. Just hours after Akira's show, models at Bondi Bather also showcased the sequinned beauty look. Spot the trend: Hours after Akira, models backstage at Bondi Bather were also sporting sequins on their face . Arts and crafts: The models' eye area was covered in sequins and fur balls, which also embellished their nails . Bejewelled: Imogen Anthony, who starred in the Bondi Bather show, had her entire forehead bedazzled with sequins . Backstage, the beauties posed for pictures with faces embellished with colourful sequins and beads, as well as fur balls, which also adorned their nails. AKIRA . During the Akira Isogawa show, elaborate head wear also served to accesorise the rainbow bright collection, which featured a plethora of reds and pinks, as well as intricate prints. A hydrangea print in cornflour blue also featured, alongside a purple, khaki green, blue and yellow paisley print, adding a summery, floral note to the hot, Indian pinks previously seen. Mask: Pale pink sequins in various sizes were used to create the look . It takes a village: Make-up teams worked together backstage to apply the sequins one by one . All about the brow: Some models with just sequinned brows . Oriental patterns added another line to Isogawa's runway, with olive green, red, black and white meshed in with stripes, jacquard and Chinese dragons. Couture dresses with hessian, chiffon and silk were paired with eye popping orange trenches and cream tulle headpieces. And a butter cup yellow geometric two piece also made an appearance. The ensembles were completed with models wearing red cable knit socks and the odd Adidas Infinite trainers, coordinating nicely with the model's coral lips. Hello hydrangeas: A blue hydrangea print dress featured alongside a shawl of real hydrangea flowers at Akira . Sock it to her: Red cable knit socks and Adidas Infinite trainers were the foot wear of choice on the runway . Sway this way: Apricot and cream gowns floated and sashayed across the Akira catwalk . Rectangular runway: A model wore a butter cup yellow two piece with fringed top and three quarter pants at Akira . Dragon slayer: Chinese dragon prints were used as corset belts in Akira's traditional pieces . STEVEN KHALIL . Meanwhile, Steven Khalil showcased

Summary: Both designers sent models down runway with sequins glued to faces . Highlight shows of Wednesday included Steven Khalil and Kate Sylvester . Manning Cartell show to attract star front row in the evening .


It looks, and sometimes acts, like a huge sponge floating in space. But this crumpet-like rock is in fact one of Saturn's outer moons, measuring 255 by 161 miles (410 by 260km). Named Hyperion, the moon's porous surface can be seen in incredible detail in this image taken by Cassini as it performed a flyby of the satellite. The floating bath sponge: This image shows one of Saturn's outer moons, measuring 255 by 161 miles (410 by 260km). Cassini was around 38,500 miles (62,000 km) from Hyperion when the image was taken . Hyperion is shaped like a potato and is one of the largest bodies in the solar system known to be so irregular. Its odd, almost 'bubbly' appearance, can be attributed to it having a very low density for its size, according to Nasa. This low density also means that it is composed largely of water ice with only a small amount of rock. Because of these properties the entire moon is porous, like a sponge, with well-preserved craters of various sizes packed together across its surface. Scientists believe around 40 per cent of the moon is empty space. Cassini was around 38,500 miles (62,000 km) from Hyperion when the image was taken almost a decade ago. Esa has just released a refined, false-colour perspective of the moon in which its surface features were highlighted by toning down its natural redness. During the flyby, the probe got more than it bargained for as Hyperion unleashed a burst of charged particles towards the spacecraft, effectively delivering a giant 200-volt electric shock. It appears that Hyperion's surface becomes electrostatically charged as it is bathed in charged particles. These particles are constantly streaming out into space from the sun, but Hyperion also has to deal with ones trapped within the magnetic field of its host planet, Saturn. While astronomers expected many bodies throughout the solar system to be charged, the Cassini data represents the first-ever experience of a charged natural object in space other than our moon. 'This is comparable to what happens when you rub your hair against a balloon, or when a shirt or blouse rubs against a sweater,' said Professor Tom Nordheim at University College London. Hyperion is shaped like a potato and is one of the largest bodies in the solar system known to be so irregular. Its odd, almost 'bubbly' appearance, can be attributed to it having a very low density for its size . 'The large difference in potential between the surface and the spacecraft resulted in a flow of electrons being accelerated from Hyperion toward Cassini. Hyperion is shaped like a potato and is one of the largest bodies in the solar system known to be so irregular. Its odd, almost 'bubbly' appearance, can be attributed to it having a very low density for its size. Because of these properties the entire moon is porous, like a sponge, with well-preserved craters of various sizes packed together across its surface. Scientists think that this moon is mostly made up of water ice, with small amounts of rock,

Summary: Esa has released an image of one of Saturn's outer moons, Hyperion . Its bubbly appearance is due to it having a very low density for its size . Scientists believe 40 per cent of the moon is made up of empty space . Hyperion has been known to unleash huge bursts of charged particles .


It has been nicknamed 'the Da Pinchi Code'. The seemingly meaningless symbols have been daubed on walls or pavements. But the squiggles are actually thought to be a 'code' for crooks, giving potential housebreakers details about the building, such as whether it is a good target or has an alarm, or been targeted before successfully. Other marks could suggest that the occupant is vulnerable or that there is nothing inside the property worth taking. Cracking the code: Lanarkshire Police has urged anyone who has seen these symbols on their properties to call them . So far the code has only been spotted in East Kilbride, Lanarkshire, where 'X' marks were daubed on several garden sheds. Lanarkshire police tweeted: 'Breaking the Housebreaker's code. These signs have been seen in East Kilbride, please retweet & report all sightings.' The officers' post features a graphic with eight different codes and what they might mean. While police are keen for anyone who sees suspicious markings to report them, they were also keen yesterday to stress that the message was for crime prevention guidance and not to spark fear or alarm. They also said there was nothing to suggest the markings in the area correlate to a particular meaning. Warning: Lanarkshire Police took to social media to warn homeowners about the 'housebreakers code' A spokesman for Police Scotland said: 'It has been the case that some garden sheds in the East Kilbride area have been marked with a cross. 'We issued general crime prevention guidance and asked anyone who noticed anything suspicious to contact police on 101.' The spokesman added that the guidance was in response to a number of housebreakings in the town. The practice of crooks using a secret system to identify potential victims has been dubbed the Da Pinchi Code. The shape of an open book means a vulnerable female resident is the occupant, while another symbol of interlocking squares indicates a homeowner who is 'nervous and afraid'. The practice of crooks using a secret system to identify potential victims has been dubbed the Da Pinchi Code (file picture) In January, an elderly couple in Devon were mystified when a series of dodgy tradesmen kept calling at their home. The visits took place over five years, but the homeowners could not work out why they were being singled out. Following an investigation it emerged that a rogue builder who paved their drive had left a code in a pattern of blocks to tip off other cowboy traders that the owners were a vulnerable target. The builder, who overcharged the couple by £4,000, left the job unfinished in August 2009 but he created a squared pattern of different coloured blocks at the centre of the driveway. The residents had not asked for the pattern but thought nothing of it until other tradesman began calling at their home in Plymstock offering to carry out work that was not required.

Summary: 'X' marks have been spotted on garden sheds in East Kilbride, Lanarkshire . Other codes suggest occupant is vulnerable or that property has an alarm . Another mark tells burglars if there is nothing worth stealing in the building .


Europe’s oldest lar gibbon is enjoying celebrity status after a video of it strutting through a wildlife park went viral. Brian the lar gibbon, who is 50-years-old, was videoed by Amanda Dorman from South Lanarkshire, Scotland, who captured the critter’s creepy walk on a visit to the Lake District Wildlife Park near Keswick. The seven-second video, which is accompanied by Ms Dorman giggling throughout, shows the lar gibbon sneaking across in its enclosure while looking back and forth at the filmmaker. It was then shared over 130,000 times before The Lad Bible page picked it up and added the caption: ‘Running across the landing naked when you forget your towel.’ This resulted in the video being viewed over nine million times. Richard Robinson, Park Manager at the Lake District Wildlife Park spoke about the video on the park’s website, he said: ‘Brian is the oldest lar gibbon in Europe, and is very fortunate to be here. The hilarious video was captured by a visitor to Lake District Wildlife Park and shows the 50-year-old primate sneaking across a feild . ‘His records begin in 1965 at Chester Zoo and he joined us in 2000. Brian, his lifetime partner Sooty and their youngsters have been entertaining our guests for years. ‘They love swinging through the trees, walking round, grooming and sunbathing. There are hundreds of pictures and videos of the whole family, but none have caught the imagination like this video. ‘The caption just goes to highlight how we interpret their actions as being very human like – it’s this that makes them so endearing.’ The video has been compared to running across the landing naked when you forget your towel . Ms Dorman wrote on Facebook: ‘I’m glad Brian has done so well with my video. Hopefully loads of people go to visit him.’ The lar gibbon also known as the white-handed gibbon, is a primate in the gibbon family. They are strictly monogamous mammals and form strong family ties, as demonstrated by Brian, who has fathered a number of young – three of which still live at the park – with Sooty.

Summary: Brian the lar gibbon was captured strutting at the Lake District Wildlife Park . Amanda Dorman from Scotland shot and uploaded the seven-second clip . Video shows 50-year-old primate sneaking along while looking at filmmaker . Park manager said Brian has been 'entertaining our guests for years'


As the daughter of actress Nanette Newman and film director Bryan Forbes, and the wife of a super-rich banker, Emma Forbes was never destined for a life on the breadline. But even she has astonished her showbusiness friends by buying a £27 million London mansion – for cash. The four-storey home has five kingsize bedrooms, five bathrooms, an underground pool, a gym, and a lift to take cars to the basement garage. Extravagant: The red-brick mansion with a neo-classical facade was torn down by the previous owners . But it is not to everyone’s taste – one neighbour has described it as looking like a ‘down- market mortuary’. The purchase comes after Ms Forbes, 49, made a handsome profit on the sale of her previous flat, in Chelsea. Cash buyers: Emma Forbes, 49, pictured with her hedge fund boss husband Graham Clempson, 51 . Land Registry documents show that she sold that seven-bedroom home for £43 million in February. She and her hedge fund boss husband Graham Clempson, 51, had bought it for £18.5 million in 2007, before spending large sums on revamping it. Registry records show there is no mortgage on the couple’s new home. Ms Forbes and Mr Clempson moved into her new-build house with their children, Lily, 19, and Sam, 16, in February. Neighbours have expressed mixed views about the house, which was completed this year after a two-year build. It replaced a red-brick mansion with a neo-classical facade that was torn down by the previous owners. Although the architects said they designed the new yellow-brick house to blend in with other Victorian and Georgian townhouses in the conservation area, some residents complain that it ‘just sticks out’. One neighbour said: ‘Apparently the council approved it, which is outrageous. ‘In an area like this it’s important the buildings fit a certain look. But it just sticks out, it doesn’t look like anything that belongs here.’ Another resident added: ‘It looks like a downmarket mortuary. There was more taste to how it was before. Now it looks like a council estate.’ London property developers have revealed that the sale of Ms Forbes’s previous apartment for £43 million made it one of the most expensive flats in the UK. The priciest apartment in the UK is believed to be in the One Hyde Park development in Knightsbridge, which sold for £140 million last year. Tristan Ward, a solicitor acting for Ms Forbes and Mr Clempson, said it was ‘inaccurate’ to say that she made a profit of £24.5 million on their previous flat as the couple spent considerable amounts of money refurbishing it before selling it. Mr Ward added that his clients’ property affairs were a ‘private matter’. Ms Forbes’s mother, 80, is famous for her roles in the 1970s British film classics The Stepford Wives and International Velvet, both of which were directed by Mr Forbes. He died in 2013. Additional reporting: Alisha Rouse . An earlier version of this story suggested that Emma Forbes had a voiceover part in Peppa Pig. This is not the case.

Summary: Emma Forbes, 49, bought four-storey London mansion with husband . It has five kingsize bedrooms, five bathrooms and an underground pool . But one neighbour describes it as looking like a 'down-market mortuary' Comes after Miss Forbes made handsome profit on sale of Chelsea flat .


Tim Howard joined Everton in the Community's Medicash powered wheelchair football team for a training session at Croxteth Sports Centre last week. The Toffees goalkeeper met players from the team currently sitting third In the WFA National League in the Championship Division and was provided with his own wheelchair. The U.S international joined in with some short skills and shooting practice with the team before taking his place in goal for a short game. Tim Howard joined Everton in the Community's powered wheelchair football team for a training session . The Everton goalkeeper was provided with his own wheelchair and joined in with some shooting practice . Speaking after the visit, Howard said: 'I've really enjoyed myself, the guys were great with me and were really helping me along as it was my first time in a motorised wheelchair. They were giving me tips and encouragement when it came to dribbling, passing and shooting. It was a good time. 'There are a lot of talented players in this team and it goes to show that practice makes perfect and hopefully they'll have me back so I can slowly but surely perfect my skills. 'It's been great for me to come out and see not just what Everton in the Community does but to also be a part of it and lend a helping hand. Our charity means everything to this club and our local community and that's why us players are always so eager to get involved and be a part of Everton in the Community because we know what it means to everyone.' Everton in the Community Disability Manager Steve Johnson added, 'Tim has been absolutely superb with us today and his skills in the chair were very impressive given that this was his first time. He mixed in well with the team and pulled off some great saves at the end. Howard poses with the Everton in the Community team after the session at Croxteth Sports Centre . 'It's great to have the club's involvement and support; Tim is a hero and role model to many of our players here today and to have him come down and get involved today with our session is something that they will talk about for weeks on end.' Everton in the Community's disability empowerment programme provides football and physical opportunities for thousands of disabled children and adults each year. The programme is all inclusive and currently runs 13 disability teams available to those with any disability whether that be learning, physical, reduced stature, autism, cerebral palsy, deaf or partially sighted. For more information visit http://community.evertonfc.com/ .

Summary: Tim Howard joined Everton in the Community's wheelchair football team . Toffees goalkeeper took part in training session at Croxteth Sports Centre . The U.S international took part in shooting practice and a short game .


A year since the death of former Barcelona coach Tito Vilanova, his memory lives on at the club where he played an integral part in the most successful era in its history. Vilanova died aged 45 on April 25 last year after a long battle against parotid gland cancer that cut short the life of a coach in his prime. The way he steadfastly attempted to carry on despite his illness in his typically understated manner drew much admiration and there was a considerable outpouring of sadness at his passing. It is one year since Tito Vilanova, the beloved Barcelona coach, died aged 45 after a long battle with cancer . Vilanova's memory lives on at the club where he played an integral part in its most successful era . People from the sporting world and many others attended a memorial service at Barcelona cathedral to pay tribute. Vilanova was Pep Guardiola's assistant during a golden spell for the club when they won three La Liga titles and two Champions League trophies from 2008-12. While Guardiola was the public face, Vilanova worked hard behind the scenes as Barca not only won trophies but did it by taking apart opposition teams with their brand of short-passing football that became known as 'tiki-taka'. Vilanova would take charge of preparing the strategy and advise on potential signings as Barca went on to win 14 out of a possible 19 trophies. While Pep Guardiola's assistant, Vilanova was part of a golden spell for the club including three La Liga titles . Barcelona players were among hundred who gathered at Barcelona Cathedral to pay tribute to Vilanova . A banner reads 'Tito forever eternal' while a Barca fan with a shirt saying 'Thanks Tito, always eternal' leaves a gift during a memorial at the Nou Camp . The pair knew each other from passing through Barca's youth system but Vilanova was let go in 1990 and played for several lower league teams before finally getting his chance in the Spanish top flight with Celta Vigo in the mid-1990s. It was as a coach that he really made his mark though and after Guardiola left, he took charge of the Barca first team. Barcelona went on to make a record start to a La Liga season with 18 wins from 19 games but in December 2012, Vilanova was diagnosed with cancer for a second time. It meant his assistant Jordi Roura took charge of the team on those occasions when he was undergoing treatment. Barca won the league but at the end of the season, Vilanova announced he was resigning to concentrate on his recovery from the illness. He is fondly remembered at the club for not only being a Barcelona man but also his unassuming manner and in February this year a pitch at their training ground was named after him.

Summary: Tito Vilanova died aged 45 on April 25 last year after a long cancer battle . Vilanova was Pep Guardiola's assistant during a golden spell for the club . He was key to three La Liga and two Champions League titles from 2008-12 .


Arsenal must make a swift decision on Petr Cech this summer or risk losing out on the goalkeeper. The Chelsea shot-stopper looks certain to leave Stamford Bridge at the end of the season after losing the No 1 spot to Thibaut Courtois. Cech will hold talks with manager Jose Mourinho at the end of the season where the keeper will confirm his decision to leave west London. Arsenal must make a swift decision on Petr Cech this summer or risk losing out on the goalkeeper . The Chelsea stopper looks certain to leave Stamford Bridge at the end of the season after losing his No 1 spot . Arsene Wenger must be swift with a move for his top goalkeeping target to beat the competition to him . The Gunners are long-term admirers of Cech and are considering a move for the keeper ahead of next season. However, Arsenal will not be the only club interested in luring Cech when the transfer window reopens. Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain, Roma and Inter Milan are all showing an interest in the 32-year-old and Cech is understood to be keen on resolving his future as quickly as possible this summer. That means the Gunners could miss out on their primary goalkeeping target if they don't make an early move. However, there are some major obstacles Arsenal must overcome before landing Cech. The first is the goalkeeper's valuation. Despite the fact Cech enters the final year of his contract this summer, Chelsea will demand in excess of £10million for the custodian. Thibaut Courtois has become Chelsea's first choice goalkeeper after three years on loan at Atletico Madrid . Chelsea's stance over their players joining rivals weakened with the sale of Juan Mata to Manchester United . The Blues believe Cech can play for at least another eight seasons and that his next club will be signing a world class goalkeeper in his prime. His price will reflect that view. Likewise, the Gunners may find that Chelsea are reluctant to sell them Cech. In recent years, the Blues have shown a hesitancy in selling players to their Premier League rivals, though that stance weakened last season with Juan Mata's exit to Manchester United. Cech and Courtois have spent a season sharing the gloves at Chelsea, but the veteran will now move on . Signing Cech would significantly strengthen the Gunners next season, and Chelsea could yet refuse to sell the keeper to their London rivals. Cech would consider moving to the Emirates Stadium, despite spending over 10 years with Chelsea, and hopes his long period of service will allow him to make the final decision on his next destination.

Summary: Arsenal risk missing out of Chelsea's Petr Cech is they hesitate on move . Cech looks set to leave Stamford Bridge after losing his No 1 spot . Liverpool, PSG, Roma and Inter Milan are all also interested in Cech . If the Gunners do not make their move early, they could be beaten to him . Chelsea are looking for a fee in excess of £10million for Czech keeper .


A basketball star has warmed hearts across his high school with his thoughtful 'prom-posal' to a girl with Down syndrome. On Thursday, Trey Moses, a senior at Eastern High School in Louisville, Kentucky who will play for Ball State next year, asked Ellie Meredith to be his date to the upcoming prom. Moses, who volunteers with teenagers with learning disabilities, surprised her during her P.E. class with a bunch of flowers and a sign reading: 'Let's Party Like it's 1989' - a reference to an album by Taylor Swift, Ellie's favorite singer. Ellie accepted the promposal and said she can't wait to go dress shopping 'because I've only told about a million people!' she told CNN. Heading to prom: Trey Moses, a senior at Eastern High School in Louisville, Kentucky who will play for Ball State next year, asked Ellie Meredith to be his date to the upcoming prom - and she accepted . The night before the promposal, Moses texted Ellie's parents to get their permission - and they were thrilled, they told CNN. 'You just feel numb to those moments raising a special needs child,' Darla Meredith, Ellie's mother, said. 'You first feel the need to protect and then to overprotect.' She said that her daughter met Moses through a program called 'Best Buddies', which encourages friendships between teenagers with developmental disabilities with other students. After his successful promposal, Moses, who has a girlfriend, posted photos of the event to his Twitter page, saying: 'Decided to ask my best friend to prom.' The tweet has been shared nearly 2,000 times. The 6ft9 basketball star committed to Ball State in September after receiving 12 scholarship offers. Joy: Moses, who volunteers with teenagers with learning disabilities, surprised Ellie during class with a sign reading: 'Let's Party Like it's 1989' - a reference to an album by Taylor Swift, Ellie's favorite singer . Firm friends: He met Ellie through his work with a program called 'Best Buddies', which encourages friendships between teenagers with developmental disabilities with other students . 'I felt like they're are on the rise and going to be good in a couple years, and I want to be a part of it,' Moses told The Courier Journal at the time. 'I feel like I'll be able to come in and fight for a spot my freshman year.' And as well as playing basketball, Trey intends on keeping up the good work with his community and plans on majoring in special education. In light of his promposal, his future coach at Ball State, James Whitford, said the staff had long-admired the student's kindess towards others. 'We originally watched him play and evaluated him on his talent, not who he is as a person,' Whitford told the Ball State Daily. 'As we started to research him as a person, we found that he has the character to bring out the best in those around him. 'The best thing about Trey, is that this is not a one-time thing.'

Summary: Trey Moses, a Kentucky high school student who has committed to Ball State next year, surprised Ellie Meredith during her P.E. class on Thursday . He asked her to prom with flowers and a sign reading: 'Let's Party Like it's 1989' - a reference to an album by Taylor Swift, Ellie's favorite singer . She accepted and is now looking forward to going dress shopping . Moses works with teenagers with developmental disabilities through a volunteer program in Louisville .


Castleford's blockbusting Australian winger Justin Carney will be sidelined for up to two months after being told he needs to undergo elbow surgery. The news could have been worse for Carney, who dislocated his elbow in the Tigers' 25-4 win over Hull KR last Saturday but did not suffer a break as first feared. Castleford winger Justin Carney is set to be out for up to months after being told he needs elbow surgery . 'Justin needs an operation and will be out for six to eight weeks,' said Castleford coach Daryl Powell. 'It's tough to take but is probably the best-case scenario we could have expected and hope to get a key strike weapon back ASAP.' Winger James Clare is expected to take Carney's place against Widnes on Sunday after recovering from a knee injury that has kept him out of the last two matches.

Summary: Castleford Tigers defeated Hull KR 25-4 in the Super League on April 11 . Australian winger Justin Carney dislocated his elbow during win . James Clare is expected to take Carney's place against Widnes on Sunday .


Sam Allardyce has warned Brendan Rodgers that putting Raheem Sterling on a bumper new contract could cause a ripple effect across the rest of the Liverpool squad. The West Ham manager feels paying Sterling more than the £100,000-per-week deal he was already offered would lead to the 20-year-old's team-mates demanding more. Yet Allardyce does not blame Sterling, currently on £35,000 a week at Liverpool, for trying to get as much as possible. Big Sam feels there are so few talented youngsters emerging that clubs are willing to pay extraordinary wages to sign any available. Liverpool and England star Raheem Sterling has stalled over signing a new contract at the Anfield club . Sam Allardyce believes that giving Sterling a bumper deal could risk unsettling the other Liverpool players . Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers (right) is extremely keen to keep hold of one of the club's best players . 'When the supply is far less than the demand, then you've got very big demands from the youngster, who is a very talented youngster because there are not enough about,' Allardyce said. 'Not just in the country but in Europe in general, if not in the world. 'The demand is out there. The supply is minimal. A lot less than we want it to be. Hence that gives it a value. When that comes around it's very difficult for a football club not to pay that level of finance that they then demand. 'It reflects down the way from there on in, by the fact that the more the money goes up at the top end the more everybody else wants going down below that.' Allardyce feels if a club were to buy the England international, who currently has two years left on his contract at Liverpool, then they would not only be getting a player, but a brand. 'If a player is in his position like Raheem Sterling, then you're going to look at his value,' Allardyce added. 'Not just his value on the pitch but his value in branding. 'You have to remember that we're hitting 950 million viewers every weekend. The agents and his advisers look at the value of that to the football club, and the value of that to him and their brand, and they ask for that sort of money.' Sterling drags the ball back ahead of the oncoming challenge from Lithuania's Georgas Freidgeimas (left) Sterling scored his first goal for England during the 4-0 win in the Euro 2016 qualifier against Lithuania . Big Sam was speaking ahead of West Ham's match with the Barclays Premier League's bottom-club Leicester City on Saturday. The game will see Allardyce reunited with Leicester manager Nigel Pearson after they worked together at Newcastle United in 2007. Pearson has been involved in several controversial incidents this season, including grabbing Crystal Palace's James McArthur by the throat and losing his cool with a reporter during a press conference. It added to speculation Pearson will be sacked but Allardyce defended the man that was once a coach under him at St James' Park. 'Nigel

Summary: West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has warned Brendan Rodgers that any bumper deal offered to Raheem Sterling could upset other Liverpool players . Sterling has recently rejected terms of £100,000 per week at the Anfield club . The England international is widely regarded as one of the best young talents this country has to offer . Speaking ahead of West Ham's game with Leicester, Allardyce also took time to defend under-fire Foxes boss Nigel Pearson . Pearson was part of Allardyce's coaching staff when he managed Newcastle .


This is what happened to a driver who blindly followed his sat nav down a country lane - and left his roof suspended from a tree behind him. Gloucestershire Police were called to the incident on an unregistered road between the A417 and Cowley in Gloucestershire by the driver. The driver had followed his sat nav and ended up losing the roof of the lorry suspended in the air between a hedge and a tree. Hung out to dry: Officers tweeted a picture of the mishap to warn other drivers on country lanes . The incident happened on an unregistered road between the A417 and Cowley in Gloucestershire . Gloucestershire Road Police tweeted this picture of the van, along with a warning to other drivers to take care on country roads. They wrote: 'Don't always trust your sat nav and know the height of your vehicle. Unfortunate RTC today in the county.' Police say they are considering pursuing the driver for the Mercedes Atego for a driving offence. Tweet from Glos Road Police urging drivers to check the height of their lorries to avoid a similar fate .

Summary: Lorry left roof suspended on hedge behind it near Birdlip, Gloucestershire . Police officer tweeted picture as warning to other drivers on country roads . Driver may now be prosecuted for motoring offence after police attended .


A Conservative party candidate has defended photographs which show him trying to lick a female friend's breasts saying they were taken on a night out with friends and show him being a normal, sociable person. Liam Marshall-Ascough is standing to be an MP in Stoke-on-Trent central, which had a 5,500 Labour majority in 2010, and is a traditional Labour stronghold. The candidate, who is gay, is pictured on the open profile of his Facebook page appearing to lick a female friend's breasts. Underneath the picture a friend commented 'drunko'. But Mr Marshall-Ascough has insisted the photos, taken seven years ago, just show him out having fun with close friends 'like a normal person' and do not undermine his ability to do the job. He also said they show he is able to interact with people - important to the role of a politician. Liam Marshall-Ascough, pictured seven years ago on a night out with a close friend, insists the pictures show him enjoying himself like any normal person in their twenties and do not undermine his ability to do the job . 'You are still allowed to go out with your friends,' he told MailOnline. 'I think it's really important that you have a balance. You are not just about politics, but you actually interact with people. 'You can balance your social life and your professional life' Other photographs show him out drinking and posing with several female friends under the title 'more random nights out', and with and colleagues at Virgin Atlantic where he works as a steward. Mr Marshall-Ascough is also seen posing with David Cameron and outside the front door of Number 10, in pictures on the site. 'I'm a normal person,' he added in response to claims that some people felt the pictures showed a lack of judgement and responsibility. 'I grew up in a council house and I have a job that's cabin crew. It's a very sociable job and I'm a very sociable person. 'I think that's important. 'One of the things that I love about being cabin crew is you get to interact with people from every walk of life, and I think that's really important to the job of a politician. 'People want politicians these days who are normal people.' Mr Marshall-Ascough is a Conservative candidate for Stoke-on-Trent central, a traditional Labour stronghold . Several photographs show Mr Marshall-Ascough enjoyong nights out with his friends . Mr Marshall-Ascough, now 35, said the pictures had been taken seven years ago when he was out with close friends and was enjoying himself like most people in their twenties. He also added that he is not drinking to excess in any of the pictures, or doing anything wrong. 'I don't hide the fact I'm a normal person, and people want politicians who are normal,' he added. 'I'm definitely not going out at the moment. I'm too busy. 'You have to remember these pictures were taken in my twenties, when I was out like other people. Now I am in my thirties. 'Sometimes you make misjudgements when you

Summary: Liam Marshall-Ascough is a Tory candidate for Stoke-on-Trent Central . The Crawley councillor has been seen in pictures licking a friend's breasts . But he insists the photographs were taken seven years ago and show him having fun and being sociable, like a normal person in their twenties . Mr Marshall-Ascough said he enjoys interacting with people, which is important for a politician to not be 'just all about the politics'


Malky Mackay's bid to rescue his managerial career was left in tatters on Monday night after he was sensationally sacked by Wigan Athletic. The 43-year-old was told of the decision during a brief meeting with new chairman David Sharpe after the Latics lost 2-0 at home against Derby County. Mackay was handed the job by former owner Dave Whelan back in November to a backdrop of an FA investigation into a shocking series of text messages, exposed by Sportsmail. Wigan manager Malky Mackay has been sacked after just five months in charge, with Wigan facing relegation . Mackay gesticulates on the touchline during the defeat to Derby County, which would prove to be his last . Cardiff City manager at the time, Mackay is accused of sending racist, sexist and homophobic messages in an exchange with former head of recruitment Iain Moody. The Scot remains under investigation by the FA and Monday’s developments will not alter the speed in which his case is dealt with. Sharpe, 23, looked forlorn after defeat against Derby and made a snap decision to axe the boss just a month into the new role. It was a result to leave the club eight points off Championship safety with only five games left and the chairman was potentially swayed by terrace chants to sack the manager as goals from Chris Martin and Darren Bent plunged Wigan closer to relegation. They must win their next two games against Fulham and Millwall to stand any chance of survival. Although Wigan did not announce a caretaker manager, such was the haste of Sharpe’s decision, Gary Caldwell is expected to be handed the job on a temporary basis. Hibernian manager Alan Stubbs is highly thought of. John Doolan, who formed part of Uwe Rosler’s backroom staff at Wigan, is first team coach to Stubbs. Ex-player Danny Wilson presents another option. Mackay won just five of his 25 fixtures in charge and picked up only three home points - damning statistics referenced in the club’s official statement last night. Sharpe said: ‘This is a very difficult decision to make but I feel that, for the long-term future of the club, there needs to be a change now.’ Sportsmail understands Mackay was close to suffering the sack back in February but victory away at Reading granted him a stay of execution. Wigan were content with keeping their boss until at least the end of the season and had faith in the divisive figure. Sources at the DW Stadium also indicated that Mackay was ready to build a similar recruitment structure to that at Cardiff and had been sanctioned to do so. He remained defiant that they could stay in the division immediately after losing against Derby: ‘It’s still mathematically possible. I’ve got a team there which is putting performances in every week. It’s fine lines between winning and losing in this league.’ Derby's players celebrate after Chris Martin's goal gave them the lead in their win over Wigan on Monday . Substitute Darren Bent puts the result beyond doubt, sealing Mackay's fate as Wigan

Summary: Malky Mackay had only been in charge since November . Under Mackay Wigan have picked up just 19 points in 24 games . Wigan are eight points from safety with five games to play .