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Rod Ashley, chief executive of Glasgow-based Scotwest, will succeed Jim Lindsay who is retiring at the end of the year after 13 years at the helm.
Mr Ashley will take up the post in January.
Mr Lindsay will continue to act for Airdrie Savings Bank in a consultancy role in early 2013 during a handover period
Scotwest serves around 30,000 people and its asset base has grown by 400% since Mr Ashley took over in 1996.
Mr Ashley, who sits on the council and audit committee of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland, said he was excited by the prospect of leading Britain's only independent savings bank "to a new future".
He added: "Scotwest provides a community-based financial service to those working or living in the West of Scotland.
"I am privileged to have overseen the significant growth of its services, and as I move on to Airdrie Savings Bank, I am looking forward to the prospect of a new challenge."
Mr Ashley joins the bank just 12 months after it opened its first branch outside its Lanarkshire heartland.
The branch in Falkirk was heralded as the first stage in an expansion plan.
The bank said it was continuing to evaluate the success of Falkirk with a view to further expansion in the future. | The head of one of the UK's largest credit unions is to become chief executive of Airdrie Savings Bank. | 19660325 | [
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The plan, likely to come into force in 2017 and the first in the UK, has already divided opinion among health and medical groups, including some anti-smoking campaigners.
But ministers say it is a "balance of risk" and will stop children smoking.
Tattoo parlours will also need licences under the Public Health Bill.
In taking the decision to bring in the e-cigarette ban, ministers have argued they did not want to take the risk of seeing smoking "normalised" again after the success of the smoking ban.
The new tobacco and e-cigarette measures will mean:
This final measure is proving the most controversial and is likely to come into force in 2017, but a precise date has not been given.
Public Health Wales, local health boards and the BMA are in favour of the e-cigarettes curbs.
But anti-smoking campaign group ASH Wales, Cancer Research UK and Tenovus are among those opposed and the British Heart Foundation, British Lung Foundation and Royal College of Physicians want more evidence.
In a public consultation on the proposals last year, 79% of responses were opposed.
19%
of adults in Wales smoke
16%
target by 2020
70% of smokers want to quit
44% tried to quit in past year
2.6m British adults use e-cigarettes
61% of vapers want to quit smoking
There have been concerns that it might make it more difficult for smokers using e-cigarettes as a way of stopping.
George Butterworth, tobacco policy manager for Cancer Research UK, said there was no evidence of normalisation of e-cigarettes with young people - and those using them were "very, very small numbers".
"Those that are, are the type of people who would try alcohol or tobacco cigarettes anyway - so without that evidence we wouldn't support a ban on the use of e-cigarettes indoors under the idea of normalisation," he said.
"E-cigarettes are an opportunity for people to move away from tobacco smoking which is very, very bad for their health, and we wouldn't want to put up any barriers to prevent people from quitting cigarettes. "
By Nick Triggle, health correspondent
E-cigarettes have really divided health opinion - and that in turn has caused confusion.
However, the arguments for and against them are in fact typical of many that have been heard down the years in the field of health. That is to say it is all about balancing risk and benefit - and as evidence is still emerging it is only natural to find a variety of opinion.
On their own, there is little to recommend the use of e-cigarettes. They contain some toxins and, therefore, in theory are potentially harmful - both to those using them and, possibly, through passive smoking.
But this debate is further complicated by the fact that it is not just the merits of e-cigarettes that are being discussed, but their impact on smoking tobacco products. Some, for example, have argued they act as a gateway to real smoking.
But, of course, e-cigarettes cannot be seen in isolation. Smoking them - and this is about the only thing that is not disputed - is less harmful than tobacco products. That, in a nutshell, is why some claim they should be treated sympathetically.
Officials acknowledge there is divided opinion but believe the evidence is now growing to support a ban. Although the numbers of children using e-cigarettes are low, ministers do not want to take the risk of children seeing smoking "normalised" again after the success in banning smoking.
There are similar e-cigarette restrictions in countries like Belgium, Spain and Malta, with proposals in France and Ireland. But this would be a first for the UK.
The BMA says it is "vital" that e-cigarettes do not undermine tobacco control and they are particularly worried that the way they are marketed is making them attractive to children.
It also says more research is needed to find out whether e-cigarettes actually help smokers to quit.
TATTOOS AND PIERCINGS
A licensing system is also being drawn up with the tattoo and piercing industry - to produce enforceable professional hygiene and health standards by 2017.
There are already around 350 tattoo premises with licences in Wales but there are many others, including self-taught tattooists called "scratchers".
It is a recognition that times have changed dramatically since the last legislation in the early 1980s, with tattoos and piercings more popular.
There will also be a ban on intimate piercings for the under-16s.
Ministers say the industry welcomes the new system - backed up by the threat of prosecution and fines - which will see tattooists having to show they are competent.
BETTER ACCESS TO TOILETS
Councils will also be expected to produce a local toilets' strategy and to involve shops and other businesses in providing "creative solutions" to meet local needs.
It recognises the budget constraints to councils and that it has become an issue of access to "toilets in public" rather than public toilets - those owned and run by local authorities.
Health Minister Mark Drakeford said they wanted to get the balance right between all the things that would make a big difference to people's health in the future "while not wanting to intrude on the legitimate rights people have to run their own lives."
He added: "The Welsh government has a responsibility to create the conditions which enable people to live healthy lives and avoid preventable harm to their health."
Attempts to bring in a minimum price for alcohol are still being worked on but will not be included in the bill until the outcome of a European Court of Justice hearing on similar legislation in Scotland.
REACTION
Shadow Conservative health minister Darren Millar AM said he feared some aspects of the bill interfered in individual rights.
"E-cigarettes are a staging post for many smokers on the road to quitting and moves to restrict them will make it more difficult for smokers to kick the habit," he said.
Plaid Cymru health spokeswoman Elin Jones said the assembly now needed to "consider all of the evidence that relates to the effect of e-cigarettes on public health, most of which is newly-emerging".
"E-cigarettes are used widely by people who are trying to give up smoking, so we should be very careful not to halt that trend," she said.
Welsh Lib Dems leader Kirsty Williams AM said the e-cigarette ban was completely unjustifiable.
"The evidence for this decision is wafer thin," she said. "Banning things just for the sake of it isn't a position any government should take."
The Royal College of Physicians was disappointed there was no firm action on tackling obesity and physical inactivity "which has a huge impact on health and chronic illness". | People will be banned from using e-cigarettes in enclosed places such as restaurants, pubs and at work in Wales, under a new public health law. | 33025872 | [
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The 28-year-old was a free agent after leaving Blackpool, where he played 10 times last season as the Tangerines were promoted to League One.
The ex-Blackburn and Preston man made the majority of his career appearances at Scunthorpe, featuring 137 times.
Nolan has become Crewe's fourth signing of the summer.
Jordan Bowery, Michael Raynes and Chris Porter have all moved to David Artell's side this summer.
Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page. | League Two side Crewe Alexandra have signed defender Eddie Nolan on a one-year-contract, with the option of a further year based on appearances. | 40480356 | [
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The former Manchester United striker, best known for his winning goal against Bayern Munich in the 1999 Champions League final, arrived with great fanfare in January 2014.
He presented a different vision for Cardiff compared with the defensive approach of his predecessor Malky Mackay, renowned for an unspectacular, yet effective style that gained the club promotion to the Premier League in 2013.
Mackay's success meant popularity with fans and that probably didn't help Solskjaer's cause.
The Scot's bitter falling-out with the club's Malaysian owner Vincent Tan had disillusioned many supporters who saw Mackay's sacking as a regression for a club who had fought so hard for a top-flight return after half a century away.
He may have promised a more exciting style, but under Solskjaer the Bluebirds slipped into the Premier League's bottom three for the first time and never recovered, finishing bottom.
The results were shocking - 3-0 at Swansea, 6-3 against Liverpool, 3-0 defeats against Crystal Palace and Newcastle and 4-0 losses to Hull and Sunderland.
Tan blamed Mackay for relegation, which was confirmed at the penultimate game of the season, and expected a swift Premier League return under the Norwegian.
And so began a big recruitment drive in the summer. Nine players came in, many of Mackay's men left, but it seemed even with so many new faces Solskjaer didn't know what his best team was.
He named a different starting 11 for all of the games he oversaw this season and his tinkering was deemed to have had an adverse effect on results.
Two home defeats in succession, against Norwich and Middlesbrough, sealed his fate.
The nature of the capitulation against the Canaries caused particular concern, Cardiff leading 2-0 before conceding four second-half goals to lose 4-2.
During the 1-0 loss against Boro four days later, the Cardiff crowd vented their frustration at the Norwegian, booing him as he tried to get the ball to one of his players to take a throw-in.
After the game the Norwegian said he accepted the blame for the club's poor run of form.
"I'm responsible and I should get better results than we've had in the first seven games," said Solskjaer, who seems to have the ability to remain upbeat in the most trying of circumstances.
The manager may be responsible for the team but many feel the board, and particularly owner Vincent Tan, have to take some responsibility too.
"It was the wrong appointment for Cardiff and the wrong club for Solskjaer," said former Cardiff captain Jason Perry on BBC Radio Wales. "Do we know how Cardiff City play? No.
"I think only four players played against Blackburn [in the Championship opener] that played against Middlesbrough. He picked a different back four yet again.
"If you're manager or a coach you have a central strategy and you work on that."
Solskjaer will not have the chance to find a strategy that works and attention now turns to the next man to work under Tan.
Early favourites include Welshman Tony Pulis, who would be popular with fans given the job he did at Crystal Palace last season, and Dundee's Paul Hartley, who has overseen his club's rise to the Scottish Premiership.
Things are rarely dull at Cardiff City. Whoever takes charge will discover that. | He was the Champions League hero who arrived promising an exciting brand of football, but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's tenure at Cardiff City will be remembered as a failure. | 29251627 | [
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The move comes a day after the Cincinnati Zoo said it was "not amused" by enduring memes over the gorilla's death.
Staff members fatally shot Harambe in May after a three-year-old boy climbed into his enclosure.
The death was subject to controversy, prompting angry tweets and petitions.
Zoo 'not amused' by Harambe memes
Cincinnati Zoo director Thane Maynard said on Monday the staff was "still healing" from the incident and the outpour of online memes and satire was making it difficult to move on from Harambe's loss.
The 17-year-old gorilla's death sparked international outrage and the boy's mother faced online scrutiny regarding her parenting skills.
Prosecutors decided not to press charges against the mother.
The zoo reopened its Gorilla World exhibit in June. The exhibit included reinforced barrier designed to prevent further accidents.
But online, numerous memes, petitions and hashtags such as #JusticeForHarambe cropped up in the gorilla's honour. Over time, Harembe became popular shorthand in social media humour.
Some pranksters called for the animal to be put on the dollar bill, while a poll in Texas suggested he would receive 2% of the popular vote in the US presidential election.
The memes took a racist turn in June when retired Australian football player Adam Goodes and Ghostbusters actress Leslie Jones were compared to an image of Harambe.
Mr Maynard's Twitter account was also hacked over the weekend.
The zoo's Twitter account was continuously flooded with references to Harambe before it was erased on Tuesday. For every Tweet they posted, no matter the subject, the zoo received dozens of replies referencing the gorilla. | An Ohio zoo where a gorilla was shot and killed has deleted its Twitter account after constant online harassment about the animal's death. | 37168167 | [
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The next public consultation in the Greater Manchester Spatial Framework (GMSF) scheme was due in September but may not be published until summer 2018.
Regional mayor Andy Burnham promised to revise the plans following protests from affected communities.
The revised plans will be announced "in due course", the mayor's office said.
The GMSF scheme identifies sites for housing developments that may be built over the next 20 years.
The area's combined authority, which brings together 10 councils, published a joint plan last October to allocate land for development.
Due to the scale of development required to meet expected population growth, it outlined plans to make swathes of protected greenbelt land available for new homes.
The authority received more than 25,000 responses to the consultation while community groups protested against the plans.
Mr Burnham, who was elected as metropolitan mayor in May, promised to "radically re-write" the plans, calling them "unfair and disproportionate".
The BBC understands council leaders are not expecting the next consultation to take place until next year due to the work involved.
Matthew Collinge from the Save our Slattocks group, which is opposed to homes being built on greenbelt land between Middleton and Royton, said the delay was "disappointing".
He said: "It stretches out the fear of the unknown and us. It's very easy for people to lose interest and we've been working towards this September deadline.
"We now have to keep people aware of what's happening for longer and that makes it harder for a small community group like ours."
Matthew Good, a spokesman for the House Builder's Federation said: "It's important for everybody that we have some certainty on this.
"Councils need to invest in infrastructure. They need to know where those developments are going to happen.
"Without a plan it's going to be a lot more piecemeal because investors will have to take chances on where they can get development and the councils may not be in control of that."
A spokesman for Mr Burnham said the mayor had appointed Salford City Mayor Paul Dennett to lead a "radical" rewrite of the plans.
He added: "This re-write is currently underway and details on the next round of consultation will be announced in due course." | A plan earmarking sites for 225,000 new homes in Greater Manchester is set to be delayed amid a "radical rewrite" to help protect green belt land. | 40673109 | [
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Spending reviews - where the chancellor sets out how much each government department can spend for the next three or four years - were introduced by Gordon Brown in 1998.
George Osborne held his first Spending Review in 2010. His second, which covered a single year, 2015/16, came in 2013.
Wednesday's Spending Review will set departmental budgets for the next four years - up to the 2020 general election.
Mr Osborne says he has now reached a settlement with all government departments. He has played down reports of rows with Work and Pensions Secretary Iain Duncan Smith and Home Secretary Theresa May, both of whom face big cuts in their budgets.
Health, schools, international aid and defence will escape cuts but Mr Osborne has asked unprotected departments to find a total of £20bn in savings as part of plans to balance the government's books.
(The past spending cut figures are taken from the IFS analysis of the latest Treasury figures for changes to departmental expenditure limits between 2010/11 and 2015/16, taking into account the impact of inflation.)
Cuts since 2010: 24.9%
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: The police budget has been cut by 4% a year. About 17,000 frontline police jobs have been lost over the past five years, according to the Police Federation.
What's next: In line for further sizeable cuts, with police chiefs warning that a cut of 25%, at the bottom end of the expected range, could threaten the future of some forces. At least 22,000 jobs will be lost, according to unofficial estimates seen by The Guardian. Home Secretary Theresa May has suggested some forces could share resources. She has also been warned by one of the UK's most senior police officers that cuts on the scale expected could "reduce very significantly" the country's ability to respond to a Paris-style terrorist attack. George Osborne has said he is confident the UK would have the resources to respond to such a threat but made clear the police, like all public services, will have to make savings.
Cuts since 2010: 13.5%
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: Reductions in the size of the army and Royal Navy, delays to fighter jet upgrades, scrapping the Nimrod spy plane and halving the number of jets to be deployed on two new aircraft carriers.
What's next: The chancellor pledged in his summer Budget to meet Nato's target of spending 2% of national income on defence every year, up to 2020. That means spending on defence will rise in real terms - 0.5% above inflation - every year during the Parliament. David Cameron has said this will mean a larger Navy, a larger RAF and a better-equipped Army, with an extra £12bn over the next decade for new equipment and logistical support. The £31bn predicted cost of four new Trident nuclear submarines, which is £6bn higher than was estimated in 2010, is not included in these figures. Chancellor George Osborne is reportedly bidding to take control of that contract, for which there is also a £10bn contingency fund, from the Ministry of Defence. The MoD will also be forced to sell off 30% of the land it owns and shed 30% of its civilian staff as part of £11bn in efficiency savings.
Cuts since 2010: 18.4%
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: BiS was ordered to find 25% savings in George Osborne's first spending review in 2010, although in practice the cuts did not turn out to be as severe as that. The university teaching budget took a big hit and dozens of quangos were abolished.
What's next: A likely target for further significant cuts. Business Secretary Sajid Javid has drawn up plans to close down some of its 80 offices and cut its remaining quangos by half to as few as 20, closing seven separate research councils, according to the Financial Times. Some 200 civil servants are taking voluntary redundancy, the paper says.
Cuts since 2010: 34.1%
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: Spending was slashed by 23% in 2010 and then by a further 10% in 2013, making an overall cut of £2.1bn. This was largely achieved by cutting the number and cost of prison places. There are also plans to cut legal aid and close 91 courts and tribunals in England and Wales, and integrate or merge another 31.
What's next: Justice Secretary Michael Gove has announced plans for nine new prisons, to be funded by selling off old prisons for housing. He will be expected to find significant further savings, which he has said he would like to achieve, in part, by reducing re-offending rates meaning fewer people returning to prison. The Chief Inspector of Prisons has warned about the dangers of overcrowding if the budget is cut further.
Cuts since 2010: 21.6%
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: More than half of the savings came from transferring the cost of the World Service to the BBC. There was also a reduction in the number of Whitehall based diplomats and a cut in capital spending.
What's next: The Foreign Office has submitted proposals for budget cuts of between 25% and 40%, according to the Financial Times. Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond is said to be concerned about possible embassy closures. There have also been warnings about redundancies at Foreign Office HQ. However, the department is to boost funding to the World Service by £34m in 2016-17, spending £85m in each of the following three years.
Cuts since 2010: 30.7%
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: There were big cuts in administration costs and a 30% cut in the budget of Arts Council (England).
What's next: Likely to be further cuts to arts funding with the National Lottery expected to make up shortfalls. Free museum entry likely to remain protected.
Increase since 2010: 7.3%
Where 2010-2015 increases went: Health is a protected department. The government pledged to increase funding for the NHS in England, in real terms, (which means the amount spent on it went up by more than the rate of inflation) every year between 2011 and 2015. The Department of Health says it met that pledge through a 5% real terms increase. At the same time the NHS has had to find billions in efficiency savings and the Department of Health was expected to save £200m itself in 2015-6.
What's next: George Osborne has set about fulfilling the Conservative manifesto pledge of increasing the funding for NHS England by £8bn in real terms as demanded by the boss of NHS England Simon Stevens. By 2020-21 the total budget will be £119.6bn, a rise of £8.4bn once inflation is taken into account. The increases are front-loaded, with frontline NHS services getting a £3.8bn, above-inflation cash injection next year. But details of what is happening to other areas of health spending, such as staff training budgets and the money held by councils to pay for public health schemes from stop smoking clinics to sexual health service, has not being released yet. Doubts also remain about what protection social care will get. The chancellor is understood to be considering allowing local authorities to increase council tax by 2% to pay for care.
Cuts since 2010: 6.4%
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: Schools budgets are protected but the rest of the department's spending is not - capital spending, on new buildings and equipment, has been cut, as has post-16 education and early years. Spending on the four-to-16-year-olds schools budget went up by 3% while cash spending per pupil rose by 6%.
What's next: The government has again vowed to protect cash spending per pupil although no details have been revealed. But experts say upward pressure on school budgets from growing pupil numbers and pay demands will mean a growing strain on resources. There had been questions about the free school meals for all infants policy, but David Cameron has ruled out that being axed.
Increase since 2010: 24.1%
Where 2010-2015 increases went: Justine Greening's international development department is protected from cuts and has seen its budget increase year-on-year, with most of the extra cash going to aid agencies rather than projects run by the UK government.
What's next: The government will continue spending 0.7% of GDP on overseas aid in line with the UN target. although critics will be keeping an eye out for expenditure in other departments being re-categorised as international aid. In a change of policy, half of all Dfid's budget will be spent in "fragile" countries and regions, including the Middle East and South Asia, each year between 2016 and 2020. There will also be an extra £300m a year for the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund by 2020 while funding for developing countries to deal with climate change will double over four years.
Separate welfare and pensions budget: £216bn
Cuts since 2010: 35.8%
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: More than £21bn has been cut from the welfare budget. Controversial cuts to housing benefit, dubbed the "bedroom tax" by critics, and a £26,000 cap on the total amount households can claim affected relatively small numbers of people. The biggest savings were achieved through cash freezes to child benefit and changes to how working age benefits are increased each year, as well as a 1% limit on most benefit rises.
What's next: The Treasury is seeking a further £12bn in cuts to welfare spending by 2018/19. It has now reached a deal with the Treasury, although the details have yet to be announced. Work and Pensions Secretary Iain Duncan Smith appears to have seen off an attempt by the Treasury to make his department swallow the £4bn cost of measures to ease the impact of cuts to tax credits. This would have been achieved by cutting work incentives offered through the new Universal Credit. Mr Duncan Smith is reported to have threatened to resign over the issue but sources say the dispute is now over.
Budget increase since 2010: 14.3%
Where 2010-2015 increases went: DECC is not a protected department so you would expect its budget to have been slashed. But 2013 measures to ease energy bill increases by adjusting green levies meant it went up overall during the last Parliament. There were also big investments in carbon capture and storage technology.
What's next: DECC will not get such an easy ride this time. It has reached an agreement with the Treasury, expected to be around 21%, although the full details have yet to be announced. The biggest chunk of its budget goes on nuclear decommissioning - and that can't be touched. So it can expect cuts of 46% in its other activities in 2017/18 before spending increases again, according analysis by the Green Alliance. Remaining budgets for green subsidies are likely to be in the firing line. It has already begun a job cuts programme, according to the Financial Times.
Budget increase since 2010: 4.9%
Where 2010-2015 increases went: The Cabinet Office was hit with a 33% core budget cut in the 2010 spending review, which it achieved through efficiency savings and a freeze on Royal Household spending. But the vast majority of its budget is taken up by the Security and Intelligence agencies, which have seen their budgets increase significantly in recent years.
What's next: The Cabinet Office is something of a special case as it covers so many different functions across the whole of government, including driving through efficiency savings. It has now reached a spending deal with the Treasury. The details have yet to be revealed but Chancellor George Osborne has promised an extra £1.9bn a year for cyber security as part of a 30% increase in the counter-terrorism budget.
Cuts since 2010: 29.9%
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: Defra was one of the biggest casualties of the 2010 spending review. The 2013 floods did change the picture slightly, with billions in extra capital investment in flood defences promised. But the department was still asked for find an extra £83m in savings in 2015-6.
What's next: Defra was one of the first departments to "settle" its funding with the Treasury. It is one of four departments to have agreed to budget cuts over the next four years that average out at 30%. How much of a hit Defra will take has yet to be revealed. But its capital funding has yet to be announced, with the Treasury pledging to back flood protection.
Cuts since 2010: 13.4%
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: Had to make cuts to running costs but big capital projects such as Crossrail and HS2 got the go-ahead. It was asked to find an extra £545m in savings in 2015-6, the largest of any single department - the bulk coming from selling off land adjacent to King's Cross station.
What's next: Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin, pictured above, settled early with the Treasury. His department is one of four to have agreed to budget cuts over the next four years that average out at 30%. How much of a hit each department will take has yet to be revealed. But, again, capital spending is not included and the government says it wants to spend £100bn on infrastructure upgrades over the period.
Cuts since 2010: 51%
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: DCLG took the biggest hit of any department, in percentage terms, in the last Parliament. The communities-focused part of its budget was cut in half and direct grants to local government fell by 27% in real terms between 2011 and 2015. A further £230m in savings was sought in 2015-6 although the department said this did not affect any existing programs.
What's next: Communities Secretary Greg Clark, pictured above, was one of the first cabinet ministers to settle with the Treasury. His department is one of four to have agreed to budget cuts over the next four years that average out at 30%. How much of a hit each department will take has yet to be revealed. And this figure does not include the revenue grant for town halls, which is determined on an annual basis.
Cuts since 2010: 29.9%
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: Capital spending was cut by 30% and savings made in other areas.
What's next: Not surprisingly, given it is his department, George Osborne has already reached a deal with the Treasury. It is one of four to have agreed to budget cuts over the next four years that average out at 30%. How much of a hit each department will take has yet to be revealed.
The Treasury also oversees HM Revenue and Customs, which means it will have to find a way of saving up to £4bn to reduce the impact of tax credit cuts after the House of Lords rejected them. HMRC has reached an agreement with the Treasury on a cuts programme, which will see savings made through the "digitisation" of the tax system and the closure of "low value" programmes.
Cuts since 2010: 8.5%
The majority of public spending in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland is calculated using the Barnett formula - a system of grants allocated according to the population size of each nation and which powers are devolved to them. When the UK government increases or decreases funding for departments such as health and education in England, the Barnett formula is used to decide how much devolved governments will receive.
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: The Scottish Barnett block grant fell £1bn in cash terms between 2009/10 and 2011/12, from £29.7bn to £28.7bn. The grant is currently just below 2011/12 levels, in cash terms.
What's next: The Scottish Office, Northern Ireland Office and Welsh Office have all reached a deal with the Treasury. The details have yet to be revealed but they are part of a package of cuts to seven departments that average 21% in total by 2020.
The Scottish government has promised to protect health spending which could force ministers to make deeper cuts in other areas. But it will have more scope to raise additional revenue through the partial devolution of income tax and VAT, and the whole of Air Passenger Duty.
The next block grant will be cut to compensate the UK government for tax revenues lost through the devolution of Stamp Duty land tax and landfill tax.
Cuts since 2010: 8.7%
Where the axe fell 2010-2015: Welsh government finance minister Jane Hutt says £1.3bn has been "taken out of vital public services" over the past five years.
What's next: Planned cash increases to NHS spending will be reflected in a funding boost for the NHS in Wales and this could offset other cuts. Non-devolved departmental spending in Wales will fall by approximately £260m by 2018-19: this is a reduction of 16% in real terms, according to an analysis by The Institute for Welsh Affairs.
Cuts since 2010: 8:8%
Where the axe fell: Stormont's spending power was cut by more than £1bn, in real terms, between 2010 and 2015, although health and schools spending was protected.
What's next: The Northern Ireland executive expects a continued real-term decline in funding levels, mirroring the UK-wide squeeze. The Northern Ireland Office has reached a spending agreement with the Treasury.
Presented by Chancellor George Osborne, the Spending Review sets out what government spending will be over the next four years, while the Autumn Statement is an annual update of government plans for the economy.
Explained: Which government departments will be affected?
Analysis: From BBC political editor Laura Kuenssberg
Special report: Full in-depth coverage of the Spending Review and Autumn Statement
Watch: The BBC's TV coverage begins on BBC Two and the BBC News Channel at 11:30 GMT, with BBC Radio 5 Live coverage from 11:55 GMT | Public services face another round of budget cuts in Chancellor George Osborne's Spending Review on Wednesday - but which departments are likely to be the winners and losers? | 34790102 | [
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The Lucky Country by Donald Horne, which came out in 1964, has gone on to become a cult classic, as well as saddling this land with an entirely misappropriated nickname.
On arriving in Australia just over a year ago, it was the first book I read having received a recommendation from my predecessor.
"That sounds upbeat," I thought, seeking inspiration for my new life down under.
It is, however, a thoroughly depressing read. A damning and bleak assessment of Australian society in the early 1960s.
"A bucket of cold saltwater emptied onto the belly of a dreaming sunbather," is how one critic described it at the time.
The opening words of its final chapter sum up the book's thesis:
"Australia is a lucky country run mainly by second rate people who share its luck. It lives on other people's ideas, and, although its ordinary people are adaptable, most of its leaders (in all fields) so lack curiosity about the events that surround them that they are often taken by surprise."
Essentially, Horne painted a picture of a deeply conservative and unambitious country that had got to where it was by luck rather than merit, riding on the coat tails of its historical ties to Britain.
"In the lucky style we have never 'earned' our democracy. We simply went along with some British habits," Horne wrote in his 1976 follow-up, Death of a Lucky Country.
The fact that the book's title was ironic and that most people referring these days to Australia as The Lucky Country do so in a positive light, drove Horne round the bend.
"I have had to sit through the most appalling rubbish as successive generations misapplied this phrase," Horne later went on to say.
In 1964 though, despite being unoptimistically received by its publisher, The Lucky Country clearly touched a nerve with the Australian public.
It sold more than 100,000 copies in its first year, an Australian record for a book of its type. It's now in its sixth edition.
Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott recently described the book's publication as one of the defining moments in Australia's history.
The question for many is whether Donald Horne's assessment still applies. Does Australia remain the Lucky Country?
It is undoubtedly a successful and prosperous one.
When the world's leaders come to Brisbane in a few weeks for the G20 summit, with an agenda including trying to lift more of the global population out of poverty, they will be doing so from the five-star comfort of an incredibly affluent society.
A study by investment bank Credit Suisse recently judged Australians to be the richest people in the world, with a median Australian adult worth more than US$225,000 (A$258,000), most of that due to high property values.
Research by the Economist Intelligence Unit listed Australia as the second best country in the world to be born, beaten only by the high-flying Swiss.
Australian cities regularly pepper the top 10 of best places to live. Melbourne, Sydney, Perth and Adelaide all made it into the business end of the Economist's latest liveability index.
And before the rest of the world gets too green with envy, those cities are also among the most expensive places to set up home.
As in most wealthy countries, however, there are pockets of extreme poverty here. Australia's indigenous population fares especially badly.
Life expectancy, a key economic indicator, for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population is more than 10 years less than for the non-indigenous population.
A recent study by the Australian Council of Social Service showed that one in seven Australians live below the poverty line.
But the poverty line is Australia is considered to US$350 (A$400) a week for a single adult and US$740 (A$840) a week for a couple with two children.
That's not a lot of money to live on in Australia but it compares pretty well to the world's other wealthy nations, let alone the poor ones.
The US Census Bureau considers the poverty line to be just US$228 (A$260) a week for a single adult and US$454 (A$515) a week for a family of two adults and 2 children.
In Australia, the average wage in May 2014 before tax was US$51,383 (A$58,239) a year and US$69,413 (A$78,701) for full time workers.
In 2013 the average wage for an US individual was just US$43,041 (A$48,784) and the median wage was just US$28,031 (A$31,757).
An Australian friend of mine joked to me the other day: "Forget the whinging poms, we've become a nation of whinging Aussies."
He suggested people in Sydney regard A$100,000 (US$88,0000) as a normal wage for a relatively successful person.
Australia has enjoyed 23 years of consecutive economic growth. It has been one of the world's few developed economies to avoid the global financial crisis.
Much of that success has been built on the country's vast mineral wealth, a mining boom that has lasted more than a decade and which arguably is still going, be it at a slower pace.
Some might argue that mineral wealth again makes Australia a lucky country; one which hasn't got rich through innovation but rather through the good fortune to sit on huge piles of coal, iron ore, copper and uranium.
Of course that's not to say that many other countries haven't profited from similar good fortune. Saudi Arabia must surely be the luckiest of them all.
But in the innovation stakes, Australia still fares pretty badly.
The Economist's Economic Innovation Index has Australia ranked 22nd, way behind the likes of Japan, the US, Germany and Sweden.
Similarly on the magazine's Technological Readiness Index, Australia again fails to get into the top 20 - trailing behind the likes of Portugal, Belgium, Israel and Iceland.
Anyone who's experienced Australia's mind-numbingly slow internet connections can testify to that particular low score.
Australia has long been promising to embrace "the Asian Century".
The country once faced the "tyranny of distance" in terms of European export markets but now finds itself practically on the doorstep of the fast growing economies of East Asia.
Yet successive governments have still not managed to meet their pledges to increase the teaching of Asian languages in Australia's schools.
Donald Horne died in 2005 as Australia entered the peak years of its prosperity. We'll never know if he would still consider his homeland to be the Lucky Country.
All this is not to say that Australia is not a wonderful place to live. I, for one, can vouch for Sydney as being one of the world's coolest and most fabulous cities.
I feel lucky to be here. As to whether I got here on merit, I'll leave that for others to judge. | It's 50 years since the publication of one of Australia's most iconic books. | 29844752 | [
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Markit's latest Purchasing Managers' Index fell to 53.6, from 54 in May, the lowest reading since October 2013.
Although any reading above 50 indicates expansion, analysts said the strong dollar was weighing on factory orders.
Meanwhile, the US Commerce Department said construction activity in May was its highest since late 2008.
Chris Williamson, chief economist at Markit, said in a statement that the PMI index pointed to a wider US economic slowdown.
"Purchasing managers are reporting the slowest rate of manufacturing expansion for over a year-and-a-half, suggesting that the economy is slowing again.
"The slowdown is largely linked to a third consecutive monthly fall in exports, in turn attributed by many companies to the strong dollar undermining international competitiveness," Mr Williamson said.
The weaker figure for June was despite the data's employment sub-index rising to 55.5 in June, up from 54.6 in May and the highest level since September 2014.
Meanwhile, US construction spending posted a solid gain in May, led by a big jump in non-residential projects.
The Commerce Department said spending rose by 0.8% from April, pushing total activity to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.04 trillion, the highest level since October 2008.
All major categories showed increases in May, led by a 1.5% rise in non-residential building, which reflected increases in spending on hotels, manufacturing facilities and amusement parks, the Department said.
Developers said the spending on non-residential projects hailed positive news for the jobs market.
"It's fuelled by the feeling that the job growth is there, and tenants have need for more space because of new employees,'' said Richard Bezold, chairman of Akerman's real estate. | US manufacturing growth eased in June despite jobs growth, but there was better news for the construction sector, according to two surveys. | 33353354 | [
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But many of the people using the health service in England or Northern Ireland on Monday morning may not have noticed a huge difference.
Why? Walkouts in the NHS are quite different from other sectors. When tube drivers, council staff or teachers strike the aim is to cause disruption. It is the first rule of industrial action: make your contribution count.
However, the terms of engagement are somewhat different when NHS workers take part. While unions members want to make a point, they commit to not harming urgent and emergency services.
Ahead of this week's action local union officials held talks with managers to plan services - as they did before the walkout on 17 October. It means there are likely to have been many staff in work who supported the strike but have agreed to keep working.
Midwives are a classic example of this. The Royal College of Midwives has promised to keep maternity units running and so well over half of their members are believed to have worked.
And even where staff have walked out, there appears to have been a willingness to leave the picket lines when there has been a need.
In a word, pay. Ministers in England and Northern Ireland have awarded NHS staff a 1% increase, but only for those without automatic progression-in-the-job rises.
These, designed to reward professional development, are given to about half of staff and are worth 3% a year on average.
What is more, the offer is "non-consolidated", which means it is taken away at the end of the year, meaning their pay packet returns back to the 2013-14 level, and does not count towards staff pensions.
An independent pay review board had said the 1% increase should be across the board and paid in full as normal.
Next year it has been suggested those not getting a progression-in-the job rise get 2%, but again it should be non-consolidated.
But in Scotland a 1% pay rise was given to everyone and in Wales a deal was reached last week after ministers agreed to pay 1% next year, while giving extra help to the lowest paid this year.
It means the disruption during both strikes seems to have been limited to areas such as outpatient appointments and community clinics.
And it is why unions are able to claim strong support for the walkout, while NHS England releases figures suggesting only about 12,500 staff - about one in 35 - did not turn up for work.
But with the strike now ended, attention turns to what happens next. The simple answer is a period of work-to-rule.
Members from the nine unions involved in the walkout are expected to take steps such as refusing to do unpaid overtime and insisting on taking their breaks. They may be joined by another two unions.
However, as far as an end to this dispute, a solution seems some way off. As the walkout was coming to an end, unions were already telling me they would be sitting down to discuss future action.
There was a meeting between the strike in October and this one, but it is thought little progress was made with the government maintaining giving a 1% pay rise on top of the progression-in-the-job pay rises was simply not affordable.
Unions have been told that they are free to come up with another solution, but that there is no more money for pay.
That means making some kind of compromise on the progression-in-the-job element. These can be extremely lucrative - for senior nurses and midwives they are worth ??10,000 - so understandably staff are unwilling to give them up.
But to understand the cause of this dispute you really need to go back to 2009. That was the year the then NHS chief executive Sir David Nicholson set the health service an ambitious savings target.
The NHS was told to save ??20bn by 2014 - later pushed back to 2015. Sir David was adamant, though, it could not simply be achieved through cuts, but rather it had to come from efficiency savings.
It works out as a productivity gain of between 4% and 5% a year - something the health service had never done before.
Unsurprisingly, it has turned out to be just as difficult as expected. A report by MPs earlier this year showed significant inroads had been made, but the majority of these had not come from efficiency savings.
Instead, the NHS had relied on "quick fixes" - namely pay restraint. Over the last four years there have been two years of freezes and two of small rises.
That has had a significant impact on the pockets of health workers. Figures from Unison suggest health worker pay has fallen by 10% during this period once inflation is taken into account.
But it is easy to understand - in simple money terms at least - why ministers have adopted such an approach. About 40% of the budget is spent on pay and with the NHS facing a ??30bn hole in its finances by 2020, the government is under pressure to make resources stretch as far as they can.
That said, ministers know they face a tricky dilemma. Governments tend to avoid getting into disputes with health workers - public opinion normally sides with them - and so a lengthy period of industrial action ahead of an election will be something ministers will be keen to avoid.
Like all pay disputes, it promises to be a game of brinkmanship. But one in which the stakes could not be higher. | The words strike and NHS are enough to send a shudder down the spine of any patient. | 29598965 | [
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Dean Owens, from Leith, knew that his great great grandfather Ambrose Salvona was buried somewhere in Inverness.
After telling this to his audience at Perth's Southern Fried Festival, Inverness resident Judi Menabney came forward and offered to find the grave.
Salvona's resting place has since been found in Tomnahurich Cemetery.
Owens' research of his family tree influenced the writing of Dora, a track on his Nashville-recorded album Into the Sea.
The song is about his grandmother, Dora Salvona Owens, who grew up in a circus that Salvona started in Scotland.
Salvona was thought to have arrived in Scotland from Italy in the company of a dancing bear, sometime in the late 19th Century.
Owens' lyrics of the song include the lines: "Somewhere way back there's a lion tamer/Ambrose and his dancing bear/He's buried in the Highlands/but we're not sure where."
Ms Menabney works for High Life Highland, an organisation that runs archives, registration and family history services on Highland Council's behalf.
With help from her colleagues at the Highland Archive and Registration Centre in Inverness she was able to find the grave in one of the city's largest cemeteries.
Family historian Anne Fraser said: "It was great fun investigating Ambrose's story.
"He turns out to have been a very colourful character - which may not be a surprise - but we have also finished up raising as many questions as we've answered."
The staff at the centre found out that Salvona was married twice and was the father of at least 10 children.
He was 80 when he first arrived in Inverness and was, at the end of his life at the age of 88, a resident of a poor house that later became Hilton Hospital and is today a block of flats.
Salvona appears to been a popular figure in the Highland town. A procession of people carried his body to a prominent position at Tomnahurich following his death on 13 October 1917.
The inscription on the gravestone acknowledges his career as a lion tamer.
Owens said: "I can't believe the final resting place of my great great grandfather has been found.
"I'm very grateful to Judi, Anne and their colleagues for all the work they've put into discovering his story.
"I'm delighted they want to use it and my song Dora - which started the search - in their own presentations."
The singer added: "You really don't know what's up there, way up in the family tree. And maybe there's another song in that." | A singer-songwriter has tracked down the grave of a circus lion tamer ancestor with help from an audience member at one of his gigs. | 34638054 | [
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If there is any graffiti, it's almost certainly going to be in perfectly punctuated English.
But what it also has is hundreds of students from the UK - and the number is rising.
This is the university application season for UK students - and open day visits now include trips to Dutch universities, which are pitching themselves as if they were offshore Russell Group institutions.
Since tuition fees rose to £9,000 in England there have been repeated forecasts that students would head for cheaper European universities.
Now it seems to be actually happening.
Across the Netherlands, there are 2,600 UK students in universities this term - up by a third in a year. And independent school head teachers want Dutch universities to be included in the Ucas application form.
The University of Groningen is a microcosm of this - up by 33% to around 300 UK students, for whom it has had to put on special open days.
This 400 year-old university, second oldest in the Netherlands and in the top 100 of international rankings, now designates itself as an English-speaking institution.
It is running more degree courses taught in English than in Dutch, with students from Germany, China, the UK and the Netherlands itself, all learning in English.
For families from England attending the open day in Groningen, the question of tuition fees is never far from the surface.
Phoebe Watkinson and her father Phil had travelled from Wirral.
Phoebe said that as well as being less expensive, going to a European university would give her an "edge" in the jobs market.
"It shows a certain quality, it shows bravery to go to another country and it's not that far from home," she said.
The distance does not seem daunting, she says, as it is as quick to get home from the Netherlands as from some other parts of the UK.
Her father says he is from a generation when higher education was free - and he finds it "difficult to fathom" the level of debt being piled up.
"I would be extremely pleased if she came here," said Mr Watkinson. He says it would benefit her academically and socially as well as financially.
"If you ask most people what their primary driver was for looking at foreign universities, probably most of them would say straight off 'lower fees'," he says.
"But I think there's a lot more to it than that. If people look further than just the cost and see the other advantages, a lot more people will start to look at it seriously."
Saskia Dutton from Sheffield said her concern about studying at home is that she might "end up with £40,000 of debt" for a university in England, regardless of its quality.
"I thought do I want to settle for paying £9,000 to go to a university that is not going to give me the same quality of education as somewhere that costs 2,000 euros (£1,400)?
"The hesitation would be that I would be far away from my family... University can be quite a lonely experience," she said.
More stories from the BBC's Knowledge economy series looking at education from a global perspective and how to get in touch
Nick Verspeak from Wiltshire says the attraction is learning in an international environment, as a step towards working in a globalised jobs market.
But what's it like to be an English student at Groningen?
Gemma Scott from Newcastle says the initial draw was the cost, but it's been a different experience than she expected.
"It's made me a different person, made me much more confident in my own abilities, because I moved country when I was 18," she says.
She adds that her friends leaving universities in England will face immediate pressure to find work and begin paying off debts, while she will leave debt-free.
"I think I'm the only student to come out with savings."
Gemma is studying English literature, in a Dutch English-speaking university, and admits to having learnt almost no Dutch while studying there.
She says that the distance from family is a real factor - "you can't just hop on a train". But she says social media and video links like Facetime can fill the gap.
"I'm physically separated, but I talk to my mum every day and I say good night to my sister."
Holly Jane Shaddock from Shrewsbury, who is studying languages, says she is "embarrassed" telling other European students how much fees cost in England.
"They find it incredible, they are shocked. It's similar to my reaction when my American friends tell me how much their tuition costs. It's the same: 'How can you pay that much?' But you realise people don't have a choice."
But she says even though the fees are lower: "Financially it can still be a bit of a struggle."
It's a misunderstanding to think that studying in the Netherlands is free.
There are tuition fees of 2,000 euros (around £1,400) per year and students from the UK can apply for support for this.
But they cannot get financial support for living costs, so parents will have to pay for accommodation or students need to get part-time jobs.
The typical room cost is about 360 euro (£254) per month, says the university.
But why would Dutch universities want to attract so many more UK students?
Groningen's rector, Elmer Sterken, says being an international institution improves the quality of teaching and research.
But there's also a practical motivation.
"The number of Dutch students will drop, so we're interested in attracting more international students," he says.
Adopting English as the first language - apart from subjects such as Dutch literature or Dutch law - is now accepted, says the rector, after "some resistance at the beginning from some of the staff".
"The lingua franca of universities and research is English and maybe 90% of Dutch people speak English to some extent," he says.
So is studying abroad going to become more mainstream?
Chris King, chairman of the Headmasters and Headmistresses Conference, in a report from Maastricht University, said the big change was that it was no longer just about a year abroad.
"Heads are emphasising to more students the benefit of enrolling for a complete degree programme abroad," he said.
The government has signalled that fees are going to rise again above £9,000. An unintended consequence could be rising numbers of English students cycling around Dutch cities. | The historic city of Groningen has got all the things you'd expect from somewhere picturesque and Dutch - canals, bridges and bikes. | 34721679 | [
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The local authority has spent more than £750,000 on events since 2014.
In total, 18 different organisations have received support for 38 events which attracted combined attendances of more than 160,000 people.
The council report added that more than 43% of audiences had come from outside Dumfries and Galloway.
The study was undertaken to assess the effectiveness of the local authority's Major Festivals and Events Strategy (MFES).
Among the events it has supported are Wigtown Book Festival, Spring Fling and the Dumfries and Galloway Arts Festival.
A survey found there was good public awareness of the strategy, with 85% of respondents saying the events benefited their community.
The majority also said it had helped to provide a "favourable impression" of the council.
The review concluded that the strategy had "generally met its objectives" in terms of supporting the development of the events sector in Dumfries and Galloway.
"The region is increasingly recognised for the breadth and depth of events across a number of sectors staged within its borders each year," it said.
"These contribute significantly to the regional economy as well as to the quality of life of our population."
However, the study did flag up concerns about policing costs at some music festivals in the region.
A meeting is to be held at the end of the month to try to tackle the issue. | A report has found festivals supported by a three-year council investment strategy have generated £17.6m for the Dumfries and Galloway economy. | 38090668 | [
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Torrential rain overnight left many roads impassable, while rail services were cancelled or delayed.
The Environment Agency issued five flood warnings across the county.
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue said it had rescued a number of people trapped in their cars due to rising floodwater.
More on this story and others from Coventry and Warwickshire
Network Rail said flooding on train lines around Daventry, Rugby and Wolverton delayed services between Birmingham New Street and London Euston.
Trains on the West Coast Mainline also ran at reduced speeds due to heavy flooding.
Rose Plumbley, headteacher of Leamington Hastings C of E Academy in Rugby, said many pupils and staff had not managed to get into school.
"We're in the Leam Valley and it's flooded on both roads into school," she said.
"Some pupils did manage to get in but it became very clear that many weren't going to make it in. We decided to close so that the children can get home in daylight safely."
Firefighters rescued drivers from stranded vehicles in Great Alne, Wolston, Baginton and Princethorpe.
There were also reports of cars stuck in Kenilworth Ford.
There were flood warnings at the River Dene at Walton, River Sherbourne at Allesley, River Stour at Mitford Bridge, Shipston on Stour and Tredington, River Stour from Halford to Clifford Chambers and River Alne at Bird in Hand. | Fourteen schools were forced to close due to severe flooding in Warwickshire. | 35763763 | [
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Two other injured men were taken to hospital, where a 25-year-old with knife wounds is in a critical condition, West Midlands police said.
A 22-year-old is being treated for gunshot injuries that are not thought to be life-threatening.
Four of the arrested men are suspected of violent disorder, and the fifth man of possessing a class-A drug.
The dead man has been named locally as Ikram Elahi.
One witness claimed "about 200 to 300 lads" had gathered in the area around Stratford Road in Sparkbrook prior to the killing on Wednesday evening.
'Pool of blood'
The A34 Stratford Road was closed throughout Thursday morning but reopened at lunchtime.
Farm Road and Grantham Road remain sealed off as part of the police investigation.
Supt Bas Javid, from Birmingham East Police, said it was unsettling for communities when guns or knives are used.
"There is nothing to suggest there will be any further issues," he said.
"We would encourage people not to speculate and I would reiterate that there is nothing to suggest this will spark any further disorder."
Following a private meeting held for residents at the Christ Church centre on Sampson Road, Mohammed Ashraf, a member of the Sparkbrook Faith Forum, said: "We urge all families to look carefully into their hearts in this holy month of Ramadan and hand in any information they have.
"Any individuals involved in this, could they please report to the police."
One shopkeeper, who did not want to be named, said he had been leaving the area on a bus when he spotted the scene.
"I saw a man lying in a pool of blood by the side of the road," he said.
"People were surrounding him and trying to help. I didn't understand what I was seeing, whether he had been shot or stabbed.
"It has made me scared. I'm worried about my shop."
Ann Taylor, who lives locally, said she also was worried about the area: "I'm not surprised what happened here really, it's not very nice.
"I'm not very happy now. I feel like I can't go out at night any more. "
A second shopkeeper, who also did not want to give his name, said he had been locking up for the day at about 19:20 when he saw a "large group" had gathered.
"There were about 200 to 300 lads hanging around, it was a large number," he said.
"Then after that lots of police came down.
He added: "It does happen around here, groups fighting among themselves.
"You do see large groups of young lads hanging around, but it doesn't usually escalate to this kind of violence."
Birmingham City Councillor Mariam Khan said: "Any loss of life is a waste, especially young life."
She said, as chair of the social cohesion and community safety committee on the council, she would look closely at issues around gun and knife crime and "focus on what makes young people turn to violence".
Parish priest of the Small Heath area of Birmingham, Father Oliver Coss, offered his condolences and said: "The only thing we harvest from the guns and knives on our streets is another generation of orphans and widows."
A post-mortem examination will take place in due course to determine the cause of death, officers said. | Five men remain in police custody in connection with the fatal shooting of a 28-year-old man in Birmingham. | 28139799 | [
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Bielik, 17, who underwent his medical at Arsenal last week, signed for Legia from their Polish rivals Lech Poznan in July and has made six appearances in all competitions this season.
Arsenal say the deal "is subject to the completion of regulatory processes".
The Poland Under-17 international can play in both a holding midfield role and at centre-back.
He said: "I've decided to move to Arsenal and although I cannot be sure of what's to come in the future, I'm going to London to fulfil my dreams.
"I'm grateful to my team-mates and manager Henning Berg for trusting such a young player and giving me a chance to play for the first team. It's mostly thanks to him that I'm able to move to Arsenal."
Berg said: "Krystian is a very talented player, who is going to achieve big success in football in the future."
For each position, select whether you think Arsenal are sorted, or if a player is needed. | Arsenal have signed teenage midfielder Krystian Bielik from Legia Warsaw for a reported £2.4m. | 30844735 | [
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The campaign was launched on 19 July by the Iraq War Families Campaign Group, which is made up of relatives of British troops killed in the conflict.
It aimed to reach that amount to "bring to justice those responsible for the war and the deaths of our loved ones".
The campaign was led by Reg Keys and Roger Bacon, who lost sons in Iraq.
The funding bid began after the publication last month of the long-awaited report by Sir John Chilcot into the 2003 invasion.
Chilcot report: Findings at-a-glance
The campaign group initially aimed to reach £50,000 via crowdfunding, but extended its target after raising that figure in nine hours on the CrowdJustice website.
It has now received enough backing to fund the whole campaign.
Mr Keys and Mr Bacon said in a statement: "This is great proof of the underlying support from the British people in our quest for answers and for justice.
"It is startling and humbling at the same time."
The money raised will allow the group's lawyers, McCue and Partners - currently working free of charge - to analyse the 2.6 million-word report by Sir John and prepare "a comprehensive opinion approved by expert senior counsel".
This would provide guidance on whether legal action against key people involved in the invasion of Iraq would succeed or not.
The Chilcot report did not make any findings on whether individuals acted unlawfully.
However, it rejected the legal basis for UK military action, and said then-prime minister Mr Blair overstated the threat posed by then-President of Iraq Saddam Hussein and sent ill-prepared troops into battle.
Chilcot report: Coverage in full
Mr Blair has apologised for any mistakes made, but not the decision to go to war itself.
A total of 179 British service personnel were killed in Iraq between 2003 and 2009, when British troops left Iraqi soil.
Tens of thousands of Iraqi civilians died over the period, though estimates vary considerably. | An online campaign to fund possible legal action against former Prime Minister Tony Blair and other officials has reached its target of £150,000. | 36968311 | [
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Joan Ostojic's daughters Katherine, 21, and Alice, 19, were on a boat carrying 25 people that went down between Lombok and the Komodo Islands on Saturday.
They sat on the semi-submerged vessel's roof for 10 hours before embarking on their swim, their mother said.
Mrs Ostojic, from Stevenage, said: "It's a relief that they are safe."
She added: "They are fine, carrying on with their travels, and will be home shortly."
Travellers from New Zealand, Spain, France, Switzerland and the Netherlands were among those rescued after the boat hit a reef near Sangeang Api, a volcanic island off Sumbawa, in bad weather during the three-day journey.
Mrs Ostojic said the girls sent an email to her and her husband Peter saying they had heard everyone had been found.
They also revealed that after the boat sank in the middle of the night, they swam for eight hours to the shore before seeing the lights of some fishermen and being rescued, their mother said.
The Foreign Office said Alice Ostojic had been been travelling through Australia and south-east Asia as part of her gap year.
Katherine, who is at Bristol University studying aerospace engineering, had joined her for a month in Indonesia.
After being rescued, the girls spent the night on the nearby uninhabited volcanic island, where they were given food and water by fishermen, before they were taken to Bima in Sumbawa.
The girls lost everything in the accident apart from their passports, debit cards and cash. | A mother whose two daughters swam for eight hours to safety when their boat sank in rough seas in Indonesia has spoken of their ordeal. | 28863328 | [
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Failed leadership candidate Lisa Duffy was having dinner with her staff in Bournemouth on Friday.
No action was taken against the curry house, which had completed pre-employment checks.
UKIP has long campaigned for tougher border controls to cut illegal immigration.
Jay Beecher, a spokesman for Ms Duffy, said: "Watching our chef running away into the night, his apron flapping in the wind, was a surreal moment.
"Politics can sometimes be such a stale and serous affair, so you have to see the funny side of things.
"In this case too, I couldn't help [but] be tickled by the irony."
The Border Agency questioned staff about their right to work and live in the UK.
Diane James was elected ahead of Ms Duffy to succeed Nigel Farage as the UKIP's new leader on Friday. | Immigration officials raided an Indian restaurant during a UK Independence Party conference dinner, sending the chef "running into the night". | 37395593 | [
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Jamie Cox attacked Viktoria Gribovskaja at her home in Lambeth, south London, in July last year.
The Swindon-based WBO European super-middleweight title holder, who was overheard threatening to "knock out" Ms Gribovskaja, had denied assault.
But he was found guilty after a trial at Croydon Magistrates' Court.
The victim was awoken in the early hours of the morning by Cox forcing his way into her flat, the court heard.
She called 999 before he broke through her bedroom door.
The 29-year-old boxer, who appeared in court under his real name Jamie Russan, was convicted of assault by beating, violence to secure entry, harassment and criminal damage.
Alex Slater, prosecuting, said: "Viktoria said she had never been so scared in her life. She thought he was going to kill her."
He was heard in a recording of a 999 call, which lasted 21 minutes, to say: "I will knock you spark out."
At his trial last month, Cox said he had "barged" through Ms Gribovskaja's front and bedroom doors because he feared she "could kill herself". He denied putting his hands on her.
But magistrates found the victim's account of the confrontation "credible and convincing".
Nathaniel Ikeazor, representing Cox, told the court the boxer regretted the incident.
He said: "Jamie is remorseful as to how his actions affected Viktoria and affected the relationship thereafter."
Cox was sentenced to 26 weeks in prison for the assault and harassment charges, 20 weeks for violence to secure entry and 12 weeks for criminal damage, to run concurrently.
He was ordered to pay £1,105 in compensation to his victim and court costs, and given a restraining order barring him from contacting her indefinitely.
Cox showed no emotion as the sentence was handed down.
Speaking outside court, his trainer of 10 years, John Costello, said his legal team will appeal against the decision and are "confident he will clear his name".
Cox will be suspended from boxing for the duration of his sentence, Mr Costello confirmed. | A champion boxer who forced his way into his ex-girlfriend's flat and grabbed her around the throat has been jailed. | 36016171 | [
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At present, those under 18 can be sentenced to a maximum of three years in a reform facility.
The move to change the law gathered momentum after the youngest convict in the notorious 2012 Delhi gang rape was recently released from detention.
The parents of the victim were among those campaigning to change the law.
On Tuesday, the Juvenile Justice Bill was passed by the Rajya Sabha - the upper house of the parliament.
The bill was approved by the Lok Sabha - the lower house - in May.
It will now have to be signed by the president to become law - which, correspondents say, is a mere formality.
The new law will not apply to the youngest 2012 rapist, but it will be used in future cases involving juvenile offenders above 16 years.
Authorities say the number of juvenile crimes have been increasing - last year, 38,565 cases were registered, including many cases of rapes, murders and acid attacks.
The supporters of the new law say tougher punishment will act as a deterrent.
However, critics say that India is a signatory to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child which mandates that all children under the age of 18 be treated equally, and say the new law will violate the convention.
Jyoti Singh, a 23-year-old physiotherapy student, died after being brutally raped by five men and one minor on a moving bus in 2012.
The attack sparked a huge public outcry in India and forced the authorities to introduce tough new laws to deal with crimes against women.
Her mother Asha Devi said she was "satisfied" at the bill's passing. "But I am sad that my daughter did not get justice," she added.
Four adult convicts in the case are appealing against death sentences. A fifth died in prison.
But the youngest of her attackers, who was 17 at the time of the crime, was sentenced to three years and released recently.
During his trial in a juvenile court, there were calls to try him as an adult and protests were held over the weekend against his release.
Since his release, the rapist has been housed with a charity because of fears over his safety.
On Monday, India's Supreme Court dismissed an appeal to stop his release, saying it "shared" the concern of most citizens but its hands were "tied" by the law. | The Indian parliament has passed a bill which allows juveniles between 16 and 18 years of age to be tried as adults for serious crimes like rape or murder. | 35161193 | [
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The Duchess of Cambridge gave birth to a son on Monday afternoon in London's St Mary's Hospital.
The mint in Llantrisant, Rhondda Cynon Taf, announced earlier this month that children who shared the birthday would be able to receive one of the coins.
It has struck 2,013 of the coins. Parents wishing to claim one need to register on the Mint's Facebook page.
Shane Bissett, director of commemorative coin at the Royal Mint said coins had been used to celebrate special events for over 1,000 years.
"We're honoured to be able to mark this momentous occasion in our own way, which is in keeping with an age-old tradition to mark a new birth with a gift of silver for good luck," he said.
"We send our very best wishes to their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and extend this to new parents across the country today as they celebrate their own special arrivals."
The coins are worth £28 each.
In order to claim, parents need to visit Facebook.com/theroyalmint and register their child's birth within 60 days. They will also need to provide their child's birth certificate. | Babies born on the same day as the new prince are to receive a silver penny made by the Royal Mint. | 23420871 | [
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Ronald Dickens, 47, followed a woman in her 20s into Newbold Road in Rugby in November 1985 before dragging her into a lane and raping her.
The incident completely changed her life leaving her wondering for 30 years who assaulted her, police said.
A cold case review using new DNA techniques led to the breakthrough.
Warwickshire Police said its major crime review team identified Dickens, with help from forensic investigators, using techniques not available at the time of the crime.
More updates on this and other stories in Coventry and Warwickshire
Dickens, of Phipps Avenue, Rugby, admitted rape at at Coventry Crown Court on Monday.
Det Sgt Paul Thompson said: "Ronald Dickens subjected the victim to a horrific attack which has altered the course of her life.
"This incident completely changed her life and she has been looking over her shoulder for the past 30 years not knowing who assaulted her.
He also urged anyone else who has been a victim of a sexual offence to come forward to police to report it. | A man has been jailed for eight years for the brutal rape of a woman in 1985, thanks to advances in DNA and forensic investigations, police say. | 38147005 | [
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Ocon, 20, is contracted long-term to Mercedes, Force India's engine provider, and has been racing for Manor in the second half of this season.
He replaces German Nico Hulkenberg, 29, who has moved to Renault, and will be alongside Mexican Sergio Perez, 26.
"Spending half a season at Manor Racing has given me some valuable experience and I feel ready for this," said Ocon.
"It's something I've been working towards my whole life and I intend to grab this opportunity with both hands.
"I want to say thank you to everybody at Manor and especially to Mercedes-Benz for their support and belief in me. I can't wait for 2017 and my first full season racing in Formula One."
Ocon joined Manor for the Belgian Grand Prix at the end of August and has impressed increasingly as the season has progressed.
Both he and Manor team-mate Pascal Wehrlein are contracted to Mercedes' junior driver programme.
Ocon's best results for Manor have been the 16th-placed finishes he secured at the Belgian Grand Prix and at last month's Malaysian Grand Prix.
Subscribe to the BBC Sport newsletter to get our pick of news, features and video sent to your inbox. | French driver Esteban Ocon will race for Force India in 2017 after agreeing a "multi-year deal", with the team. | 37938871 | [
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Violence has broken out between England fans, rival supporters and police for the last three days in the port city.
There were also clashes in the stadium following England's 1-1 Euro 2016 draw with Russia, after Russia fans appeared to rush at England supporters.
French police said one Briton had been seriously hurt in the earlier clashes.
Witnesses said trouble began in the stadium after flares were let off by Russian fans near the end of the game. Some fans then climbed across barriers designed to keep rival fans apart.
Russia's Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko said on Sunday: "We will have a fine from Uefa, so I understand. We behaved incorrectly," R-Sport news agency reported.
But he added there were "many nuances" to what happened, and Russian officials would investigate.
Ned Ozkasim, from London, who was in the stadium, told the BBC: "There was a large explosion, and after the Russian goal they started invading the area where some England fans were.
"I didn't see any retaliation from the England fans - they were just trying to get away. There were no riot police at the grounds as we expected. There were just stewards in hi-vis, and they just let it happen."
Euro 2016: 'England fans are not idiots'
From the moment England and Russia fans started flooding into Marseille on Thursday and Friday, there was an undercurrent of tension and violence that was transformed into scenes that were a throwback to some of football's worst hooligan excesses of the past.
In the steamy, humid environment of this port city in the south of France, with alcohol flowing freely in searing temperatures and demonstrations of aggression from both sets of fans, all the ingredients were in place for events that unfolded in the Vieux-Port de Marseille.
As a long, hot Saturday wore on towards a late kick-off at 21:00 local time, the scenery shifted to the magnificent, sweeping curves of the Stade Velodrome, culminating in the disgraceful incidents that took place just seconds after full-time.
It was particularly disturbing given the high levels of security and policing that were in evidence around the stadium as the authorities remain on high alert after November's Paris attacks. Security, here at least, seemed in very short supply.
It was the sort of hooliganism the game's rulers hoped had been stamped out but has reared its head in sinister fashion less than 48 hours into Euro 2016. It demands a strong reaction, not just from European football's governing body Uefa, but also those who saw the shortcomings of security exposed after the final whistle here.
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BBC sports editor Dan Roan said England fans began jumping over the perimeter fence in panic.
"Big questions for Uefa here," he tweeted. "Stampede appears to have been triggered by explosion. How did such a device make it inside and where was segregation?"
A senior FA security official said he had not witnessed anything like it in nine major tournaments he had attended.
Kevin Miles, of the Football Supporters' Federation, said the incident came at the end of "a very torrid day for many England fans".
Some fans had been attacked "brutally and violently" by Russian hooligans and locals youths, and it was "clearly premeditated", he claimed.
Police had "failed entirely" to protect fans, he said.
The British ambassador to France, Julian King, tweeted: "Number of Brits in hospital overnight. Consular following closely with French authorities."
He added that the embassy was "reviewing the situation" with the French authorities.
Shadow home secretary Andy Burnham said the safety measures and security inside the stadium needed to be urgently looked at, and called for more stewarding.
Earlier on Saturday French police said one Briton had to be resuscitated by officers and was left in a critical condition.
Police in riot gear clashed with England fans, and used tear gas for a third day and a water cannon to try and stop outbursts of violence.
There were also clashes in the city of Nice between police and fans from Northern Ireland and Poland, who are due to play their opening match later. Six people were reportedly injured, before order was restored.
Before the game fans walked past ranks of police officers in riot gear on their way to the Stade Velodrome venue.
The great majority of fans appeared to be peaceful, but there were some reports of trouble between English, Russian and local fans.
BBC News correspondent Nick Eardley said he witnessed bloodied England fans being "dragged away by police", to the sound of sirens blaring out across the city's main square.
Police told the BBC six people had been arrested and at least five injured during the scuffles.
Some British journalists in the area pointed the finger at a gang of black-clad Russians, who they said had entered the port city's main square from a side street apparently seeking violence.
The FA condemned the violence saying it was "very disappointed by the terrible scenes of disorder", while European football's governing body Uefa said it "firmly condemns the incidents in Marseille".
England fans are now moving on from Marseilles as the team's next match is against Wales in Lens on Thursday afternoon. Russia play their next fixture against Slovakia the previous afternoon.
Marseille's Stade Velodrome next hosts a match on Wednesday, when France play Albania. | A number of England fans were taken to hospital in France following a series of clashes between football supporters in Marseille. | 36509843 | [
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The Transforming British Tennis Together initiative aims to make the sport more accessible.
Over the next 10 years, it will raise the number of covered and floodlit courts by 50%, refurbish facilities and make courts easier to book online.
The LTA's Alastair Marks said: "We're focused on getting the next generation of players on court and having fun."
Get Inspired: LTA's £250m for better tennis access
The governing body will invest £125m to improve existing community facilities and is hoping to source a further £125m through matched funding.
Only 7% of Britain's 23,000 courts have covers and one in seven park courts have floodlights.
With the new funding, the LTA aims to deliver:
The initiative has been tried out on a trial basis in 10 towns and cities, including Sheffield, where £1.5m was invested and has increased the number of people playing tennis by 54% over the last three years.
Marks, participation director at the LTA, added: "There's never been a better time to invest in making our tennis courts the social hubs of their communities once again."
Clubs and communities can register their interest in bidding for the funding here. | The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) is leading a £250m investment to improve grassroots facilities. | 40442158 | [
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Early this morning, Nicola Sturgeon announced she would be giving an "important speech" today in the grand surroundings of Bute House, her official residence.
Among SNP sources, the chatter was that she would give an ultimatum to Theresa May that if she could not negotiate a differentiated Brexit deal for Scotland she would push for a second independence referendum.
Forget that. Scotland's first minister has gone the whole hog, saying she will next week push the button on a second independence referendum by putting legislation to the Scottish Parliament.
Sturgeon can probably win that in Holyrood, but can she win the referendum?
Her announcement will delight her many many supporters.
She is undoubtedly a hugely effective and talented politician. During the last referendum, the SNP's support grew very significantly and they managed to enthuse many thousands of new members to their cause.
But does the SNP have an updated economic argument? Is she willing to risk rancour from many Scottish voters who want another referendum like a hole in the head?
As I've written before, the UK and Holyrood governments are set for a battle royal over timing of a potential vote.
But the question first is whether or not the prime minister is willing to grant a vote. Under the law, Westminster has to grant the referendum; it's not just down to the Scottish government.
I'm told Number 10 had carefully worked out "countermoves" depending on what the first minister's message was this week.
Now Sturgeon has made the first big move, it's down to the other side to respond.
But arguably we have just entered into the most complicated, most fraught, most fundamental period of political uncertainty for our country in a very long time.
Sturgeon's announcement confirms that it is not just our place in the EU that is changing, but the relationships between our own nations that are at question too. | Before the Parliamentary drama over the first part of Brexit is even done, another dramatic twist in this most tangled of plots. | 39255038 | [
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The 19-year-old has been with the Shakers since 2013 and scored two goals in 14 appearances last season.
However, he can return to Gigg Lane if Bury use the recall clause in his contract, which expires on 28 April.
He has had previous loan spells with National League North side Stalybridge Celtic and Norway's Bergsoy IL. | Macclesfield Town have signed midfielder Scott Burgess on a season-long loan deal from League One club Bury. | 40499452 | [
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The 57-year-old has spent the last 18 years working for the club's academy at their Bodymoor Heath training ground.
He had three spells as a Villa player and after ending his career at Burnley, joined the backroom staff in 1998.
"All good things must come to an end some day," said Cowans in a prepared club statement.
"It is right to make this change at this time. Although I will no longer be turning up to work for this great club, I will remain a lifelong supporter.
"Under the guidance of the new owner and his management team, I look forward to many years of supporting Aston Villa from the stands as we start the climb back towards our rightful position as the area's premier football club.
"I'd like to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to our wonderful fans, who have given me such tremendous support over the years and helped me through the more challenging times in my career. You'll always be in my heart."
Cowans also played for Italian Serie A side Bari, Blackburn Rovers, Derby County, Wolves, Sheffield United, Bradford City, Stockport County and finally Burnley in a career totalling 841 appearances.
Of those, he made 528 appearances in a Villa shirt - 22 of them as a substitute - and scored 59 goals, 42 of them in the league.
Known at Villa Park as 'Sid', he was one of seven ever-presents in their 1980-81 title-winning season, playing all 42 games as Ron Saunders' side remarkably used just 14 players.
His son Henry is a member of Championship side Villa's Under-21 side, but is currently on loan at League Two club Stevenage. | Aston Villa have parted company with former midfielder Gordon Cowans, a key member of their 1981 title and 1982 European Cup-winning teams. | 37297035 | [
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Musgrove Park Hospital said the cause of the "technical issues" in the hired facility was being investigated.
Surgery was carried out on 62 patients with just under half reporting complications while some 15 people had "more significant" corneal issues.
The use of the mobile facility was ceased when the issues were discovered.
All affected patients have been spoken to and care plans are now in place for their ongoing treatment, a hospital spokesperson said.
Vanguard Healthcare had been hired to provide the theatre to help clear a backlog for some ophthalmic services.
The unit, which consists of an anaesthetic room, operating theatre and two-bed recovery, is at the hospital until the end of the year.
Vanguard said it was "co-operating fully" with the hospital for the investigation which would focus on the drugs, equipment, sterilisation and protocols used.
"The majority of operations were successful, however a number experienced an unusual level of discomfort after surgery," added a spokesperson.
"We have, with the hospital, conveyed to the patients our concern and sympathy for the discomfort or distress they have experienced."
The hospital's chief executive, Jo Cubbon, said the issues meant many patients who had already waited longer than they should have, will now have to wait again for their operation.
"We are very sorry this has happened and are working to put a solution in place so that these patients will receive their treatment as soon as possible," Ms Cubbon said. | About 30 patients in Somerset who had cataract surgery inside a mobile hospital theatre have been left with blurred vision or other complications. | 27606486 | [
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The 18-year-old, who is the third-youngest player at Euro 2016, signs a five-year deal for an undisclosed fee.
On Monday, Dortmund signed Bayern Munich midfielder Sebastian Rode, 25.
Last week, they agreed a deal for Barcelona's Spain defender Marc Bartra, 25, after meeting his £6.25m release clause and previously signed Rennes forward Ousmane Dembele, 18.
The Rode and Dembele deals were completed for undisclosed fees.
Find all the latest football transfers on our dedicated page. | Borussia Dortmund have made FC Nordsjaelland and Turkey winger Emre Mor their fourth summer signing. | 36472185 | [
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Two cars and a lorry were involved in the collision on the A52 near Nottingham on 25 November.
Father-of-three Gurdip Singh Kareer, 41, from Wollaton, was a "loving, caring family man", while Kyle O'Connor, 22, of Wollaton Vale, Nottingham, "loved everything".
Two men, aged 22 and 24, have been arrested and bailed over the crash.
The family of Mr Kareer said: "He was a loving, caring family man that always put his wife and three children Kaiden, nine , Argent, four and Tiana, 11 months, first before anything else.
"He doted on his family and everything he did was for his family. He was a loving brother, a caring son and will be very sadly missed forever - but never forgotten."
Mr O'Connor's family described him as a loving and adventurous man
"Kyle was a loved brother, son, grandson, nephew and best friend.
"Kyle loved everything and everyone around him, behind his fearlessness, strength, sense of fun and adventure, which we will hold in our hearts forever.
"As a family we would like to thank everyone who has shown love and support," they said.
There were lane closures on the road for nearly 24 hours after the accident.
Police have renewed an appeal for any witnesses and particularly dashcam footage from any vehicles which were near the scene at the time of the crash. | Tributes have been paid to the two men who died in a crash which closed a major road in the East Midlands. | 38181283 | [
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Huddersfield had the better of the first-half chances, and Michael Hefele could have given them the lead when he headed wide from Aaron Mooy's corner.
But the Owls took the lead shortly after the break, Wallace smashing into the top corner from 30 yards out.
Town's Jack Payne was shown a straight red card, before Fernando Forestieri tapped in for Wednesday late on.
Moments earlier striker Sam Winnall, who joined the Owls from Barnsley on Friday, had been denied a debut goal by Terriers goalkeeper Danny Ward.
But Callum McManaman rounded the on-loan Liverpool player, before Forestieri flicked his effort into the net to extend the Owls' winning run against Huddersfield to four consecutive league games.
Carlos Carvalhal's side are now sixth in the table, just one point behind Town and five clear of seventh-placed Derby.
Huddersfield remain level on points with fourth-placed Reading, having seen an eight-match unbeaten run in all competitions come to an end.
Sheffield Wednesday head coach Carlos Carvalhal:
"It was an amazing goal from Wallace, a typical Ross Wallace goal. He deserved this goal. We gave him permission to fly and he flew to a fantastic goal.
"I didn't see the red card, I was too far away. I think Forestieri should have been given a penalty though.
"Winnall really affected the game, he's a good player and made a big impact, just like McManaman. When we win, we win together.
"I am very happy with the fans today. We felt they were with us even when the first half wasn't going our way."
Huddersfield head coach David Wagner:
"We were more dangerous in the first half but we were not clinical enough today. You have to use your opportunities.
"Three big decisions went against us; Nahki Wells was fouled in the build-up to the first goal, the red card was harsh and Forestieri might have been offside for the second goal.
"I think we shouldn't forget where we are today, against one of the best teams in the division.
"The first half was very good but the second half was only okay. After the red card, the game changed."
Match ends, Sheffield Wednesday 2, Huddersfield Town 0.
Second Half ends, Sheffield Wednesday 2, Huddersfield Town 0.
Christopher Schindler (Huddersfield Town) is shown the yellow card.
Liam Palmer (Sheffield Wednesday) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
Nahki Wells (Huddersfield Town) wins a free kick on the left wing.
Foul by Liam Palmer (Sheffield Wednesday).
Christopher Schindler (Huddersfield Town) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Callum McManaman (Sheffield Wednesday).
Attempt saved. Callum McManaman (Sheffield Wednesday) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Fernando Forestieri.
Foul by Elias Kachunga (Huddersfield Town).
Tom Lees (Sheffield Wednesday) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Goal! Sheffield Wednesday 2, Huddersfield Town 0. Fernando Forestieri (Sheffield Wednesday) right footed shot from very close range to the centre of the goal. Assisted by Callum McManaman.
Attempt blocked. Callum McManaman (Sheffield Wednesday) left footed shot from the left side of the six yard box is blocked.
Attempt missed. Mark Hudson (Huddersfield Town) right footed shot from the right side of the box is too high. Assisted by Michael Hefele with a headed pass.
Attempt missed. Michael Hefele (Huddersfield Town) right footed shot from the right side of the box is close, but misses to the right.
Substitution, Sheffield Wednesday. Callum McManaman replaces Ross Wallace.
Substitution, Huddersfield Town. Mark Hudson replaces Dean Whitehead.
Attempt missed. Sam Hutchinson (Sheffield Wednesday) right footed shot from outside the box is too high. Assisted by Barry Bannan.
Attempt saved. Barry Bannan (Sheffield Wednesday) left footed shot from outside the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Ross Wallace.
Attempt blocked. Sam Winnall (Sheffield Wednesday) left footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. Assisted by Fernando Forestieri.
Danny Ward (Huddersfield Town) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Sam Winnall (Sheffield Wednesday).
Corner, Sheffield Wednesday. Conceded by Michael Hefele.
Substitution, Sheffield Wednesday. Liam Palmer replaces Jack Hunt because of an injury.
Delay over. They are ready to continue.
Delay in match Jack Hunt (Sheffield Wednesday) because of an injury.
Attempt saved. Michael Hefele (Huddersfield Town) header from the centre of the box is saved in the top right corner. Assisted by Chris Löwe with a cross.
Attempt saved. Joe Lolley (Huddersfield Town) left footed shot from the right side of the box is saved in the bottom right corner. Assisted by Tommy Smith.
Corner, Huddersfield Town. Conceded by Glenn Loovens.
Delay over. They are ready to continue.
Delay in match Sam Hutchinson (Sheffield Wednesday) because of an injury.
Jack Payne (Huddersfield Town) is shown the red card.
Foul by Jack Payne (Huddersfield Town).
Sam Hutchinson (Sheffield Wednesday) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Corner, Huddersfield Town. Conceded by Tom Lees.
Offside, Huddersfield Town. Chris Löwe tries a through ball, but Jack Payne is caught offside.
Christopher Schindler (Huddersfield Town) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Sam Winnall (Sheffield Wednesday).
Attempt missed. Fernando Forestieri (Sheffield Wednesday) right footed shot from outside the box is close, but misses to the right.
Aaron Mooy (Huddersfield Town) wins a free kick in the defensive half. | Ross Wallace's superb strike helped Sheffield Wednesday beat 10-man Huddersfield in the Championship. | 38538977 | [
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Tenants cleared from Glancalvie Estate set up a camp in Croick Churchyard, near Ardgay, 170 years ago.
Some who camped scratched their names into the glass of the church windows. The names are still visible today.
A descendant of one of the infants fed from the decanter has handed it into the care of Inverness Museum.
Donald MacMillan's grandmother Christina Ross was the daughter of John Ross, a shepherd who with his family and others was cleared from the estate.
They set up a temporary camp at Croick Church in Sutherland in May 1845. The families later left to settle in other parts of the Highlands.
With help from High Life Highland, which runs Inverness Museum, Mr MacMillan researched his family's history and was able to add new details to what he already knew about his grandmother.
She and various members of her family went on to settle in and around Kilmorack, near Beauly, and Achnagart in Glen Shiel.
Those who worked with Mr MacMillan in the research were Anne Fraser, family historian at the Highland Archive Centre, and Cait McCullagh, curator at the museum.
Jim Hunter, emeritus professor of history at the University of the Highlands and Islands and an author of books on the clearances, also assisted in researching the significance of the Croick Decanter.
To mark the relic's donation an event will be held at Inverness Museum and Art Gallery on 27 August.
Prof Hunter will deliver a talk called Indelible Characters: Relics and remnants of Highland Clearance times.
Starting in the late 18th Century and running into the 19th Century, the Highland Clearances saw townships occupied by generations of families cleared to make way for large-scale sheep farming and the rearing of deer.
Landowners were seeking to "improve" their estates in line with the industrial revolution. Their hope was to make more capital from the land by running shooting estates, or starting industrial-scale livestock farming.
In some cases people who had lived on the land for generations left voluntarily, while others were forcibly evicted and their homes burned and demolished.
The clearances have influenced the stories of two new films.
Slow West, a Western starring Michael Fassbender and Kodi Smit-McPhee and written and directed by Scotsman John Maclean, opened in UK cinemas in June.
Its plot features a clearance based on forced evictions in Wester Ross.
The second film, a new short, will tell the story of Kate McPherson, who was among 80 people cleared off land in Sutherland and emigrated to Canada where they were settled in the Red River colony.
Once in Canada, they had to walk 100 mile (161km) to the colony in wintry conditions in handmade snowshoes.
Sutherland-born composer Robert Aitken is in the process of making the short film, Last Footsteps of Home.
It will be free of dialogue. | A wine decanter taken from a church during the Highland Clearances and used by evicted families to feed milk to babies has been gifted to a museum. | 33880041 | [
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Kirsty McGuire, from Dover, Kent, said her son Codie McDowell was left screaming with pain.
The accident in East Sussex has led his family to warn of the dangers of barbecues on beaches to prevent it happening to anyone else.
But Rother council said disposal barbecues were banned from the beach.
Ms McGuire said: "He stood on it, yelped 'just get it off me, get it off me' and that's when my brother's picked him up and all the bottom of his foot's just blistered."
She said when they looked at the sand they first realised it was bright red and then they saw the barbecue underneath it.
"How someone could just be so selfish and not put their rubbish in the bin," she said. "It doesn't take long to put a barbecue out especially with the amount of sea that's there and dispose of it properly."
She added: "I felt helpless. He was in so much pain and screaming and there's nothing that I could have done to prevent it and when he's laying there in hospital and he's 'mummy take the pain away', obviously it breaks my heart."
She said her son now needed hospital visits every three or four days for his injuries.
Councillor Simon Elford, tourism portfolio holder at Rother District Council, said: "We were very sorry to hear at the injuries received by this young boy and wish him a speedy recovery.
"To ensure the safety of everyone using this popular beach, disposable barbecues are banned and our officers carry out regular checks of the beach during busy periods." | A four-year-old child has been badly burned after he stepped on a disposable barbecue that was buried at Camber Sands while it was still alight. | 34088263 | [
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The Slovenia Under-21 international has joined on a free transfer after leaving Italian side Ascoli.
The 20-year-old came through Milan's youth academy and spent a month on loan with Leeds in 2014-15, making two appearances as a substitute.
Benedicic has also played for Serie B side Como and featured nine times for Ascoli before leaving. | Leyton Orient have signed former Leeds and AC Milan midfielder Zan Benedicic on a deal until January. | 37412187 | [
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Carr died in Los Angeles after complications from a rare form of dementia, her representative said.
In her role in the 1965 film, she famously performed the song Sixteen Going on Seventeen.
After leaving the film industry, Carr ran an interior design firm in California.
Her mother had arranged for her to audition for the role, although she had had no singing or acting lessons.
Rodgers and Hammerstein's The Sound of Music was a massive hit, at the time surpassing Gone with the Wind as the highest-grossing film of all time.
Carr later wrote two books on her experience - Forever Liesl and Letters to Liesl - and frequently appeared at events commemorating the movie.
Her only other major role was in the Stephen Sondheim television musical Evening Primrose.
Many fans of The Sound of Music took to Twitter to post their memories, clipping up sections of her performance.
Kym Karath, who played Gretl in the movie, tweeted: "She has been like a sister throughout my life."
The real life Liesl, Agathe von Trapp, the eldest daughter of the Austrian family who inspired the film, died aged 97 in 2010. | American actress Charmian Carr, who played the eldest von Trapp daughter Liesl in the film The Sound of Music, has died aged 73. | 37403372 | [
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18 January 2016 Last updated at 20:09 GMT
Ben Frost, 27, barricaded himself into his girlfriend's flat in Princetown on Dartmoor on 18 January.
He was arrested two hours after breaking through the roof, Plymouth magistrates heard.
Unemployed Frost of no fixed address admitted two charges of causing criminal damage and two of threatening behaviour. | A man who sparked a drug-fuelled roof-top siege after breaking up with his partner has been given a suspended prison sentence. | 35346992 | [
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Michael Tovey, 27, formerly of Lakes Road, Erdington, Birmingham is accused of using two drones to fly contraband into HMP Birmingham last year.
In the first charges of their type brought by West Midlands Police, Mr Tovey faces 13 counts of conveying banned items into a prison.
He is set to appear at Birmingham Magistrates' Court on 7 June.
Read more news for Birmingham and the Black Country
Mr Tovey is accused of using two drones to drop contraband into the prison's exercise yard on 29 October and 6 November.
He attempted to drop a consignment near N and P wings containing four phones, SIM cards, Black Mamba, steroids and cannabis, it is alleged.
It is claimed he was also responsible for a drone that crashed into the same yard eight days later, carrying two phones and further quantities of the same banned drugs. | A man has been charged with using drones to smuggle cannabis, steroids and mobile phones into prison. | 39881864 | [
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The comments came ahead of his Budget speech, in which he cut the country's growth forecast for 2016 to 0.9%, down from 1.7%.
He conceded the economy was struggling with shrinking growth, 25% unemployment, and widespread poverty.
The South African currency, the rand, which has halved over the past five years, fell after the speech.
It dropped 2.25% to make one rand worth around $0.0639.
In a briefing ahead of the Budget, Mr Gordhan said: "There is no doubt about the fact that we are in crisis."
The measures announced in Parliament were aimed at stopping the country falling into recession and to appease the rating agencies who have threatened to downgrade South Africa to junk status, which would raise borrowing costs for the country.
Mr Gordhan unveiled government spending cuts, a civil service job freeze and some moderate tax rises.
These tax increases affect property sales, fuel, sugary drinks, alcohol, tobacco and and capital gains, as well as environmental levies, which are expected to bring in an extra 18bn rand ($1.18bn; £840m).
He had been expected to announce plans on privatising state assets - he fell short of that but said the government was looking at the possibility of merging the loss-making national carrier, South African Airways, with the state-owned SA Express airline "with a view to engaging with a potential minority equity partner".
Privatisation has long been resisted by sections of the ruling African National Congress.
Mr Gordhan was blunt on his outlook for the country.
"We cannot spend money we do not have. We cannot borrow beyond our ability to repay. Until we ignite growth and generate more revenue we have to be tough on ourselves."
Maike Currie, investment director at Fidelity International, said she was unsure if the measures announced would stop the rating agencies cutting their outlook for the country, as they have warned: "There was no increase in VAT, which has remained unchanged at 14% for two decades now, or income tax hike as the finance minister looked to moderate the impact of tax increases on struggling South African households amid a testing economic backdrop.
"Whether this will be enough to appease rating agencies and businesses, however remains to be seen".
She added that it was interesting that Mr Gordhan had focused on cutting down government spending without enforcing austerity measures on everyday South Africans, such as raising income tax.
In his Budget speech, South Africa's finance minister Pravin Gordhan was cautiously optimistic and realistic about the challenges facing the country.
He spoke about the need to tackle wasteful expenditure and was candid about corruption.
The most blatant example of misuse of public funds is the Nkandla scandal where officials used taxpayers money to renovate the president's private country home.
His strategy seems to be that of spending less in order to save more.
The minister said that his focus will be to reduce the government deficit to 3.2% this year, and over the next three years.
The rand weakened after he had finished speaking which suggests the markets are not convinced that the minister has a recovery plan that will lift growth and convince the ratings agencies before they take a decision around May or June.
The ruling ANC party faces municipal elections later this year and much was riding on this Budget to turn the economic situation around. Although the country is rich in mineral resources it has been hit hard by the fall in global commodity prices. South Africa's farmers have also been hit by the worst drought in more than a century.
Last December, President Jacob Zuma shocked the nation and the business community by suddenly replacing the well-respected finance minister Nhlanhla Nene with an ally and backbencher David Van Rooyen.
The markets took a dim view, with foreign investors withdrawing money and there were complaints within his own ruling African National Congress party.
Four days later President Zuma did a U turn and re-appointed Mr Gordhan who had served as finance minister for five years to 2014. | The South African economy is 'in crisis' says the country's finance minister Pravin Gordhan. | 35650701 | [
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The 23-year-old is one of six Scots featuring in a 31-strong British Athletics team heading to Belgrade.
Muir will be joined in her races by Eilish McColgan, while Olympians Eilidh Doyle and Steph Twell will also feature on the track in Serbia.
Also competing will be 800m runner Guy Learmonth and high jumper Allan Smith.
Last weekend, Muir shaved a second off Dame Kelly Holmes' British indoor 1,000m mark, also setting a new European record with the second fastest run of all time.
That followed her European 3,000m indoor record and the British 5,000m indoor record, after beating Holmes' British outdoor 1500m mark last summer.
British Athletics performance director Neil Black is pleased with the "blend" of the team.
Scots named in British Athletics team:
Men:
800m: Guy Learmonth
High Jump: Allan Smith
Women:
400m: Eilidh Doyle
1500m: Laura Muir, Eilish McColgan
3000m: Laura Muir, Eilish McColgan, Steph Twell
4x400m: Eilidh Doyle | Laura Muir will bid to become double European Champion next month in the 1500m and 3000m at the European Athletics Indoor Championships. | 39040441 | [
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Presidio Terrace is now owned by two investors, Tina Lam and Michael Cheng, who snapped up the private road for about $90,000 (£69,039, €76,203).
The street - parking, pathways and all - was sold by the city over a $14-a-year tax which went unpaid for decades.
Wealthy residents say they knew nothing about the sale until it was done.
The result is that residents no longer own the road, pavements, trees, or any of the common land - and might have to pay its new owners for parking.
The terrace, an oval-shaped private compound, is seen as one of the expensive city's most prestigious addresses.
Like other US municipalities, the City of San Francisco regularly auctions off properties that owners have failed to pay taxes on.
According to the city's website, San Francisco advises bidders that all sales are final and so they must thoroughly inspect the property for any damage and consult local zoning rules.
Because maintenance is the duty of owners, privately owned roads can save money for cities.
However, some cities discourage the practice, out of concern that private owners might at some point require taxpayer dollars to keep roadways functioning.
Owners become legally liable for any accident or injury that occurs due to lax upkeep, such as not clearing snow or repairing potholes.
Number 24, recently for sale, was listed at $6.5m. Number 26, an "exceptional residence" on the southern slope, was listed for $14.5m.
"Among San Francisco's many prestigious communities, there are few that offer the privilege of privacy amid the magnificence of nature," reads the blurb on one property ad.
The agency was keen to point out that "stone privacy walls and a round-the-clock security guard provide peace of mind".
But despite the affluence of the neighbourhood, it didn't pay its taxes - and so the city sold it at auction for defaulting on a $944 tax debt.
The auction took place in 2015, the San Francisco Chronicle reported, but residents didn't know about it - it took place in an online auction among a mix of properties.
"We just got lucky," Mr Cheng told the newspaper. He and Ms Lam outbid dozens of others to buy the street without seeing it - and are deciding what to do with their investment.
"We could charge a reasonable rent on it," he said of the 120 lucrative parking spaces that they now own. But some residents believe their new landlords may be looking to sell the street back - at a profit - to the locals who believe they should still own it.
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In a twist, the street is now owned by two investors of Asian origin - despite originally being governed by a "racial covenant" which prevented anyone except Caucasian whites buying property there (a provision made illegal decades ago). Mr Cheng is originally from Taiwan, and Ms Lam from Hong Kong.
Mr Cheng told the Mercury News newspaper that he was considering building a home for himself and Ms Lam on the street, if land use rules allow it.
But now, homeowners are asking the city to reverse the sale, portraying the deal as a money-making ploy - one the residents had not heard of until May, almost two years after the auction.
Scott Emblidge, a lawyer for the homeowners' association, claimed the street is "owned and controlled by the association" in a letter to city authorities.
"The association was shocked. The property management firm was not aware of any sale or of any taxes owed," he said.
"It is hard to understand why anyone would buy this property for any amount. But perhaps the explanation is provided by Ms Lam's subsequent attempt to get the association to 'buy back' their property from her," it said.
The document also lays out an explanation for how the bizarre turn of events occurred, citing information gleaned from the tax collector's office.
The small tax bill for the common area was sent "for many years" to an address at Kearny Street in the city - an address apparently unknown to any of Presidio Terrace's inhabitants or property managers, Mr Emblidge wrote.
Since the bills were never received, no-one paid them. And no notice of an impending sale was posted on the street or delivered to any resident, he said.
He argued the sale was unlawful, and requested a hearing to rescind the sale.
But speaking to the San Francisco Chronicle, a spokeswoman for the tax office said everything had been above board.
"Ninety-nine percent of property owners in San Francisco know what they need to do, and they pay their taxes on time - and they keep their mailing address up to date," she told the paper.
Ms Lam, meanwhile, denied any intent to exploit the residents, and said the pair are in no hurry to sell up.
"I really just wanted to own something in San Francisco because of my affinity for the city," she said.
Get news from the BBC in your inbox, each weekday morning | Residents of a San Francisco private street where homes sell for millions of dollars have had the street itself bought from under them. | 40861145 | [
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Cyber-attacks, trolls, terrorist propaganda, sexism, racism, Twitter mobs... stop the web now, Mr Berners-Lee, we want to get off.
So, when it came to compiling 2015's list of the most viral videos and memes (see 2012's, 2013's and 2014's), I decided to impose a couple of ground rules to keep things upbeat.
Rule number one: nothing miserable.
The world was a scary place in 2015. Consider this list a safe, feel-good haven.
Rule number two: nothing in this list was created specifically to go viral.
As in, a committee of advertising executives didn't sit around a room and decide how to spend money on making it a hit.
Of course, everyone wants their posts to be popular, but let's just say this list is intended to feature some of the more organic fun.
Off we go!
One of the remarkable things about Ruairi McSorley is how he managed to change a tiny soundbite into a media career.
Asked by UTV reporter Gareth Wilkinson about the weather conditions in Northern Ireland, McSorley's charming accent led to him being dubbed the most Irish man in the world.
His "frostbit" soundbite has led to countless TV appearances, events and, soon, a charity single.
If you're not a fan of American Football - and sometimes even if you are - the half-time show is the most interesting part of the sporting extravaganza.
And not since Janet Jackson's wardrobe "malfunction" has their been a more talked about moment than singer Katy Perry's performance.
She was joined on stage by two adorable backing dancers, although one of them, the shark on the left, struggled to keep up.
Left Shark fever swept the world, coming to symbolise the daily struggles we all face to keep up with the world.
Katy Perry's lawyers tried to trademark "left shark", but were denied.
Also in February, a garment now consigned to history as simply "the dress" was stirring debate.
Optical illusion, colour blindness', strange lighting - whatever caused the difference of opinion, the image of the white/gold or blue/black dress became one of the most shared of the year.
And then we all agreed it was blue and black. Didn't we?
If Katy Perry's Left Shark was a symbol of life's daily struggles, the shot of a weasel hitching a ride on a woodpecker is a reminder of how we should all be able to get along, no matter our differences.
"Weasels are fearless," commented wildlife expert Lucy Cooke. Evidently!
Also in March, shocking footage emerged from Thailand showing an elephant, clearly intoxicated, clambering into a bath.
Did I say intoxicated? I meant adorable.
Annual sense-of-humour-vacuum April Fools' Day brings a flood of prank videos.
Most are terrible, but some are beautifully executed - like this magic from a maths teacher in California. It racked up an impressive 13 million views.
Maths was a continuing theme in April.
This brain teaser, originally posed to Singaporean schoolchildren, had the world scratching its head and arguing over the solution. Did you figure it out?
(The answer's on Wikipedia…)
"Spotted this specimen trying to dance the other week. He stopped when he saw us laughing."
So wrote a poster on 4chan, the notoriously dark online message board. They attached a picture of Sean O'Brien, a large Liverpudlian, who had been dancing at a gig.
After attention was brought to the apparent "fat-shaming", the internet rallied round and Mr O'Brien was tracked down.
In May, the Dancing Man had a huge party thrown for him in Los Angeles - attended by Monica Lewinsky, Moby and Andrew WK.
"I'm still pinching myself," Mr O'Brien said.
Back in London, it was a "hipster cop" that had people talking.
Peter Swinger - who sports a stylish, curly moustache - was spotted on duty at a protest march.
However, according to the Daily Mail, a close relative said Mr Singer, a father of three, was "definitely not a hipster".
What a hipster thing to say.
Behold, the best double-take ever captured on film.
Champion surfer Mick Fanning waiting just six days to get back into the water after this terrifying incident.
The 34-year-old was competing in South Africa when two sharks appeared in the water.
No problem for Mr Fanning, though - he just punched one of them and swam off, avoiding probable death.
Kevin Innes found a pile of dog toys in a shop in Norway. And then he pressed them.
The Guardian called the resulting clip the "best thing on the internet today".
I'd go as far as declaring it the best thing on the internet this entire year.
Why? It sums up the very best thing about viral hits - that ability to give the entire world that "oh, you had to be there" experience.
Also in August, everyone melted after watching this little lad who definitely isn't going to miss his mum when he's at school.
The undoubted star of this next clip is the woman in the passenger seat. Quiet, stoic… resigned.
Next to her, the now world-famous Ronnie Pickering.
Who? Ronnie Pickering. Who? RONNIE PICKERING!
Mr Pickering's road rage was captured on film by cyclist Steve Middleton, and spread around the world as people asked: "Who's Ronnie Pickering?"
The video can be viewed here, but be warned it contains a flood of swear words.
Mr Pickering's son later took to Twitter to say his Dad's a great guy and a great laugh. So, let's give him the benefit of the doubt - we all have our off days.
Meanwhile, in September, this Manhattan rat was having the "on" day to end them all.
In this internet age, it's quite reassuring that the humble music video format still has the ability to get people talking.
Though now, it's not enough to merely like a music video - you have to remix it.
Hip hop artist/dancing visionary Drake's video for Hotline Bling spawned hundreds of remakes.
To save you the time, just watch this one - it's by far the best.
For a short while in October it seemed that every cat owner in the world was buying up cucumbers to scare their cats.
(Although it must be said that experts later advised against it - it's pretty mean.)
There are numerous theories as to why cats seem to jump out of their skin at the sight of a cucumber - one expert, speaking to ABC News, said it's because cats are genetically wired to bounce away from snakes.
Ever since the demise of CBBC's Record Breakers, the public's appetite for world-beaters has been left unsatisfied.
Good job we've got Otto, then, a bulldog who rode a skateboard through the legs of 30 people.
If there's one thing we've learned this year, it's that being Irish increases your viral potential by roughly 100x.
Here, TV news reporter Teresa Mannion took to the coastline of Galway, in the west of Ireland, to broadcast to RTE viewers.
But Storm Desmond had other ideas, giving poor Ms Mannion a right blustering.
"Don't swim in the sea!" she screamed in her dramatic live report. And then the internet got to work.
And on Christmas Day, a lot of Dads fell off their hoverboards.
So, there we have it. An eclectic year of road rage, Irishness, dresses and sharks of varying ferocity.
The next year could see big changes to the internet.
Debates on encryption and censorship may alter the very fabric of how this series of tubes works.
But through it all, let's hope we keep our sense of humour and not take ourselves too seriously. When life gives you cucumbers, make a video.
Follow Dave Lee on Twitter @DaveLeeBBC (and tell me what I missed!) | It's been a bit of an annus horribilis for the internet and all of us who frequent it. | 35173494 | [
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This was the end of the road for Wales in France but the 'Red Wall' - as Wales' players have dubbed their supporters - was still roaring its encouragement at full volume.
Wales' momentous campaign was halted by a clinical Portugal side but, watching their team play their first semi-final at a major tournament, this was no occasion for fans to feel deflated.
This was a moment of mutual adoration between a team who have established themselves as Wales' greatest, and their unwavering supporters.
The bond between Wales' players and fans has been one of the defining features of Euro 2016, a symbiotic relationship that has propelled the country's football to new heights.
As well as the anthem, 'Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau', and a repertoire of hymns, the Welsh chant of choice during this tournament has been 'Don't Take Me Home'.
There was a poignancy to its airing in Lyon, for it has been a dreamlike existence for Wales fans in France. With their team absent from major tournaments for 58 years, generations in Wales have grown up to expect failure and look on longingly as others contest World Cups and European Championships.
But Chris Coleman's men have changed that. The beaming smiles on Welsh fans' faces before their opening match in Bordeaux spoke of a disbelief at seeing their team finally claiming their place among international football's elite.
"There was a psychological barrier we needed to go through for the first one, given it had been so long," said Coleman.
"We've now sampled tournament football - such an experience, such a healthy vibe from people of all nations. We want some more of that. We need some more of that."
Wales' players would have been forgiven for feeling as if they were living in a bubble at their training base in the idyllic Brittany coastal town of Dinard, where a small population and a gentle pace of life meant they could take a stroll on the beach and go unnoticed.
It is a far cry from the frenzy their success has caused back home.
With every victory in France, a new fan zone seemed to spring up in Wales, from Rhyl to Aberystwyth, from Swansea to Cardiff's Principality Stadium.
He saw us grow up. He's always in the back of our minds. When we achieve something, we think about him
The messages of support were many and varied, from David Hasselhoff to the Prince of Wales, while songs by Welsh bands the Manic Street Preachers and the Super Furry Animals gave the campaign a unique soundtrack.
Despite their serene and remote surroundings, however, the players were aware of the impression they were making.
In the age of social media, athletes and their followers are closer than ever, and Wales' squad members have relished that connection.
Hal Robson-Kanu's spectacular goal against Belgium made the unattached forward one of the unlikeliest stars of Euro 2016 and, speaking a couple of days later, he laughed when told about the global reaction to his goal - including a tweet from the former Nigeria and Arsenal striker Kanu.
There was a similar response from Joe Allen, who laughed when this reporter informed him of a fans' banner that read: "When God made Joe Allen, he was showing off."
From a journalist's perspective, covering this Wales side has been a privilege, given regular and revealing access to the coaches and players.
Gareth Bale, the world's most expensive footballer, was a picture of charm and affability as he conducted his media conferences and subsequent interviews before every match. The Real Madrid forward was as comfortable talking about the Wales squad's quiz nights and their occasional treats of burgers and chips as he was about the actual football.
For all the lustre the likes of Bale and Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey add to this Wales side, it is the unbreakable team spirit that has been the foundation of their success.
The vast majority of the squad have played youth football together, grown up together and become close friends.
Even when Bale is injured, he will join up with the squad in order to see those he misses while on club duty in Spain - Joe Ledley and Wayne Hennessey are among those he gets on with best.
These genuine friendships have bound the team together, as has a tragedy that cast a shadow over football.
The death of Coleman's predecessor Gary Speed in 2011 shocked the entire sport, with the grief particularly profound for his young Wales players, many of whom are in the current side.
Captain Ashley Williams was clearly moved as he spoke about Speed on the eve of the match against Portugal.
"My thought coming in was I hope he'd be proud of us. He saw us grow up, and what we've achieved today," he said. "He's always in the back of our minds. When we achieve something, we think about him."
Speed was on the supporters' minds as well, with cries of "There's only one Speedo" heard at every game.
A friend of Speed's since childhood, Coleman says he thinks about his former team-mate every day, whether there is a fixture or not.
Succeeding his friend as Wales manager was a wrench for Coleman but there can be no doubt he and his players have done Speed proud.
Coleman said before the match against Portugal that this run to the semi-finals would not represent the end of his team's journey.
Absent from major tournaments for 58 years before Euro 2016, Wales are unwilling to endure another long wait.
The current crop of players is ripe for an era of regular qualifying, with Ashley Williams and James Collins the only players over 30 to start the match against Portugal. An average age of just over 27 means Wales' squad was the seventh youngest of the 24 teams at Euro 2016, and Coleman believes this tournament could be a springboard for further success.
"The one thing that will stop us from doing it again is ourselves," he said.
"We're good enough. We have to have the same hunger and desire, and we'll give the World Cup campaign a hell of a crack."
Wales will be back in action in September when they host Moldova in their opening qualifier for the 2018 World Cup.
Planning for that campaign can wait for now, though. With a homecoming parade taking place in Cardiff on Friday, Wales will take this opportunity to reflect on and revel in the magnitude of their achievement.
Just as they were at the final whistle in Lyon, Wales' players will be greeted by the great 'Red Wall' in Cardiff.
Returning home will feel like the end of the journey but, where Coleman and his players are concerned, this is not the final act. | Standing hand-in-hand like theatre actors at their curtain call, Wales' players were met with a spine-tingling rendition of the national anthem from their fans following their European Championship semi-final defeat by Portugal. | 36732018 | [
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Well claimed the ball had crossed the line when home keeper David Mitchell collided with a post while clutching an over-hit Scott McDonald cross.
Cammy Kerr set up Craig Wighton then followed up to score after keeper Craig Samson blocked the striker's shot.
Marcus Haber side-footed home the second from striker Wighton's cut-back.
A second win in a row lifts Paul Hartley's side off the bottom of the Scottish Premiership table ahead of Ross County, who host Rangers on Sunday, and level with the visitors and Hamilton Accies.
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The ghost goal will haunt the match officials all weekend.
On the right flank, striker McDonald looped in a cross that was careering towards the top corner.
Mitchell began to furiously back-pedal as it became clear the ball was hurtling towards the back of the net.
The goalkeeper grabbed at the ball, but its movement, plus his momentum, carried him and the ball a good yard over the line.
There was amazement when the officials then decided no goal had been scored.
Motherwell - players, backroom staff and fans - were incensed, and no wonder. A crucial moment that had a huge bearing on this match as Dundee took control.
Wighton has been a hotly tipped young prospect for some time. Against Well, he was excellent.
There was a lot of huff and puff from Dundee in the first-half, but that little bit of quality in the final third came from the jinking feet of the 19-year-old.
The striker has imagination, skill, awareness and a directness that frightens defenders.
He created both goals. For the first, his effort was saved before Cammy Kerr fired home the rebound.
For the second, Wighton showed skill, strength and drive before cutting back for Haber to score his first Dundee goal.
Wighton almost capped his superb display with a great run and shot that was well saved by Samson. He deserved a goal for his all-round display.
A lot has been said about how tight the Premiership is this season, as long as runaway leaders Celtic are taken out of the equation.
That was the case here for large parts, although the ghost goal incident was pivotal in this game.
Dundee were the better side after taking the lead, but Motherwell were the better side for most of the first-half.
They created several chances - McDonald had a close-range header saved, Lionel Ainsworth had a corner tipped on to the bar and a shot blocked.
The ghost goal changed this game. From there, Dundee took their chance, got their goal, took control and - crucially - got themselves off the bottom of the table for a while at least.
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Dundee manager Paul Hartley: "The first home win of the season. I felt we deserved that today.
"We might have got a wee bit of a break with Motherwell's so-called goal, I haven't really seen it, but it's the breaks that we have not had.
"I felt we were comfortable today in the way that we played. Second-half, I thought we were excellent and we deserved that today.
"Craig Wighton has been around and about the squad from a young age, from 15, a lot of expectation put on his shoulders, but we have tried to ease him in there at times.
"But now we feel has matured, he has got stronger and you have seen in his performance today and even last week there is a different side to him now in terms of on the ball but even off the ball in his defensive work.
"Craig has got such outstanding ability and talent and that is the standard he has set himself now. I think it's his time now."
Motherwell manager Mark McGhee: "I have seen the video again, I saw it at the time, I could see clearly. The boy's feet are over the line, the balls ahead of him.
"There is absolutely no doubt it is a goal. It is an absolutely shocking decision.
"I just asked [the referee] for an explanation. Of course they don't speak to you.
"I'm as angry with my own team's first-half performance as I am with the referee's decision, or the linesman's decision.
"We made poor decisions, we never did the things we spoke about - getting down the sides of their back three. We conceded a goal.
"Goals do change games and the goal we might have scored at a time when they were really feeling under pressure - we needed that goal."
Match ends, Dundee 2, Motherwell 0.
Second Half ends, Dundee 2, Motherwell 0.
Foul by Paul McGowan (Dundee).
Dom Thomas (Motherwell) wins a free kick on the left wing.
Danny Williams (Dundee) is shown the yellow card for dangerous play.
Cameron Kerr (Dundee) wins a free kick on the right wing.
Foul by Ross MacLean (Motherwell).
Corner, Motherwell. Conceded by Danny Williams.
Attempt saved. Craig Wighton (Dundee) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the top right corner.
Attempt saved. Dom Thomas (Motherwell) header from very close range is saved in the centre of the goal.
Attempt saved. Chris Cadden (Motherwell) right footed shot from the left side of the box is saved in the top right corner.
Attempt missed. Stephen McManus (Motherwell) right footed shot from the centre of the box is too high.
Corner, Motherwell. Conceded by Cameron Kerr.
Goal! Dundee 2, Motherwell 0. Marcus Haber (Dundee) right footed shot from the left side of the six yard box to the bottom right corner. Assisted by Craig Wighton.
Foul by Kevin Holt (Dundee).
Scott McDonald (Motherwell) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Darren O'Dea (Dundee) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Scott McDonald (Motherwell).
Danny Williams (Dundee) wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Foul by Louis Moult (Motherwell).
Foul by Tom Hateley (Dundee).
Richard Tait (Motherwell) wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Attempt missed. Craig Wighton (Dundee) right footed shot from outside the box misses to the right.
Attempt missed. Kevin Holt (Dundee) left footed shot from the centre of the box is close, but misses to the right.
Corner, Dundee. Conceded by Stephen McManus.
Foul by James Vincent (Dundee).
Richard Tait (Motherwell) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Cameron Kerr (Dundee) wins a free kick on the left wing.
Foul by Dom Thomas (Motherwell).
Attempt missed. Craig Wighton (Dundee) header from the centre of the box is close, but misses to the right.
Corner, Dundee. Conceded by Stephen McManus.
Foul by Danny Williams (Dundee).
Ross MacLean (Motherwell) wins a free kick on the left wing.
Substitution, Motherwell. Ross MacLean replaces Keith Lasley.
Substitution, Motherwell. Dom Thomas replaces Lionel Ainsworth.
Substitution, Dundee. Danny Williams replaces Kevin Gomis.
Stephen McManus (Motherwell) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
Kevin Gomis (Dundee) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Stephen McManus (Motherwell).
Attempt missed. Kevin Holt (Dundee) right footed shot from outside the box is high and wide to the left. | Craig Wighton was the star of the show against Motherwell as Dundee secured their first home win of the season, but it was one tinged with controversy. | 37808101 | [
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The victim was attacked because her son had eloped with an upper-caste girl about a month ago.
She has alleged that police initially refused to file a case saying such incidents were not uncommon.
The incident took place in Mulgaon village on Monday afternoon but reports of the atrocity have just come out.
The village in Satara district falls in the constituency of the state's Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan.
"The women pushed me to the ground, took off my sari and started beating me up with chappals [slipper] and a stick. They pulled my hair," the victim told a television channel.
She said the beatings continued for two hours.
On Wednesday, police arrested five people, including the eloped girl's parents.
Dalits, formerly known as "untouchables", are at the bottom of the Hindu caste system in India.
Although caste discrimination is illegal, biases remain in many areas. | Police in India's Maharashtra state have arrested five members of an upper caste for beating, stripping and parading naked a low-caste Dalit woman. | 16523849 | [
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Alex D'Acol headed the hosts ahead early on from Ali Crawford's corner.
Inverness had the chance to level after Darian MacKinnon fouled Billy Mckay in the box but Greg Tansey's penalty was saved by Gary Woods.
Grant Gillespie converted Rakish Bingham's pass to double Accies' lead and Bingham added a goal of his own.
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The visitors had been boosted by former striker Mckay's loan signing from Wigan being completed shortly before kick-off to allow him to play, but it was Accies who dominated as they welcomed back the experienced Mikey Devlin and Massimo Donati after injury.
Both sides had been struggling to find a win, and the lack of confidence was evident for most of the first half, although Mckay blasted a volley into the side netting to give the small band of away fans some early hope.
Before the match Hamilton boss Martin Canning had said the first goal would be hugely influential and it was his side who grabbed it with a well rehearsed move from Crawford's corner.
D'Acol got away from his marker on the near post and his glancing header found the net past Owain Fon Williams for his seventh goal of the season.
Caley Thistle then blew a major opportunity to equalise after referee Euan Anderson had pointed to the spot on 26 minutes. Woods guessed right, diving right to produce a superb save to deny Tansey.
Accies then lost Crawford to injury just after the half-hour, with new signing Blair Adams taking his place and Gillespie taking on Crawford's midfield responsibilities.
That move paid off after the interval when Bingham drove down the left, crossed low into the box and Gillespie timed his run superbly to send a side-foot shot past Fon Williams.
Bingham then produced the best moment of the night, smashing a terrific 18-yard effort high past the Welsh goalkeeper for his fourth goal of the campaign, the Caley Thistle defence ripped apart and their fans starting to dread the long, late trip home.
It was a first league win in 12 for Hamilton and only their third in the division this season. Meanwhile, Richie Foran has a major task ahead to convince his men that they can stay in a top flight becoming tougher and tougher as Inverness' winless league run stretched to the dozen mark.
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Hamilton player-manager Martin Canning: "The performance was similar to Saturday, but there were key moments there with the penalty save and the second goal, because we have not been taking the opportunity to get the second goal when we have had the chance so far this season.
"If we continue to make the big moments go in our favour and capitalise on them, then we can move up the table and continue to win games.
"We haven't punished teams, but tonight we did and we make it comfortable for ourselves and that should have probably happened four or five times this season.
"The league is so tight, we have gone from joint bottom to four points off the top six and it gives us a great incentive to go on and try to do something against Kilmarnock on Saturday."
Inverness manager Richie Foran: "That puts us into a relegation battle now - forget about top six, we are in a relegation battle now.
"Some of our players have not got the bottle, they showed that today. We might have been the better side in the first half and their keeper pulled off a great save from the penalty, but some of our boys are hiding and we are in for a fight now.
"I told them straight, 'I can see who is bottling it, I can see who does not want to take the ball'. It is not them all - I thought Billy Mckay was excellent - but it makes it a massive game for us now on Saturday against Dundee.
"That was our worst defeat of the season. I'll take my share of the blame, but the players now need to stand up and be counted."
Match ends, Hamilton Academical 3, Inverness CT 0.
Second Half ends, Hamilton Academical 3, Inverness CT 0.
Attempt missed. Liam Polworth (Inverness CT) left footed shot from outside the box is high and wide to the left.
Massimo Donati (Hamilton Academical) wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Foul by Dean Ebbe (Inverness CT).
Foul by Blair Adams (Hamilton Academical).
Larnell Cole (Inverness CT) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Attempt missed. Grant Gillespie (Hamilton Academical) left footed shot from the centre of the box is close, but misses to the left.
Corner, Hamilton Academical. Conceded by Brad McKay.
Foul by Dougie Imrie (Hamilton Academical).
Liam Polworth (Inverness CT) wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Attempt missed. Blair Adams (Hamilton Academical) header from the right side of the box is close, but misses to the right.
Attempt missed. Blair Adams (Hamilton Academical) header from a difficult angle on the right is close, but misses to the right.
Substitution, Hamilton Academical. Eamonn Brophy replaces Alejandro D'Acol.
Corner, Inverness CT. Conceded by Scott McMann.
Substitution, Inverness CT. Dean Ebbe replaces Henri Anier.
Attempt missed. Michael Devlin (Hamilton Academical) header from the centre of the box is close, but misses to the left.
Corner, Hamilton Academical. Conceded by David Raven.
Substitution, Hamilton Academical. Steven Boyd replaces Rakish Bingham.
Attempt saved. Larnell Cole (Inverness CT) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the top right corner.
Corner, Hamilton Academical. Conceded by Gary Warren.
Attempt saved. Liam Polworth (Inverness CT) right footed shot from the right side of the box is saved in the centre of the goal.
Goal! Hamilton Academical 3, Inverness CT 0. Rakish Bingham (Hamilton Academical) right footed shot from outside the box to the top right corner. Assisted by Darian MacKinnon.
Alejandro D'Acol (Hamilton Academical) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Brad McKay (Inverness CT).
Substitution, Inverness CT. Larnell Cole replaces Ross Draper.
Massimo Donati (Hamilton Academical) wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Foul by Henri Anier (Inverness CT).
Attempt blocked. Liam Polworth (Inverness CT) right footed shot from outside the box is blocked.
Attempt blocked. Henri Anier (Inverness CT) right footed shot from outside the box is blocked.
Darian MacKinnon (Hamilton Academical) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
Foul by Darian MacKinnon (Hamilton Academical).
(Inverness CT) wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Corner, Hamilton Academical. Conceded by David Raven.
Attempt saved. Billy McKay (Inverness CT) header from the centre of the box is saved in the top centre of the goal.
Attempt missed. Blair Adams (Hamilton Academical) left footed shot from outside the box is close, but misses the top left corner.
Goal! Hamilton Academical 2, Inverness CT 0. Grant Gillespie (Hamilton Academical) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom right corner. Assisted by Rakish Bingham.
Attempt saved. Liam Polworth (Inverness CT) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the centre of the goal.
Second Half begins Hamilton Academical 1, Inverness CT 0.
First Half ends, Hamilton Academical 1, Inverness CT 0. | Hamilton Academical moved three points clear of Premiership bottom side Inverness Caledonian Thistle with victory over the Highlanders. | 38727201 | [
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The German shepherd, which belonged to Cleveland Police, was being exercised near to Ormseby Stables in Eston when it bit a 28-year-old man.
The man suffered puncture wounds on his arm and upper body and was taken to hospital. The dog handler also suffered an injury to his arm.
The force has apologised and referred itself to the Independent Police Complaints Commission.
A police spokesman said: "Based on an assessment of the animal it has been put to sleep.
"This was not an easy decision for any of the people involved, but has been made in the best interests of all those involved."
The incident occurred on 6 June.
Temporary Assistant Chief Constable Ciaron Irvine said it would be "wrong to speculate" until the full circumstances were known.
"What is clear is that this incident should not have happened and we must absolutely understand what went wrong," he added. | A police dog has been put down after biting a member of the public. | 36562645 | [
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Arthur and Joan Frost, from Prestatyn, Denbighshire, lost their daughter Julie Bennet, and her husband Mike in February.
An image of the couple during their last moments was released by their children.
An appeal has raised over £275,00 to help them stay in their home in Wirral.
Mr Bennet, 57, a cabinet maker, had been fighting a brain tumour since 2013. He died on 6 February.
Mrs Bennet, 50, a primary school teacher, died five days later.
She had been diagnosed in May 2016 with cancer which began in the liver and kidneys and then spread to other organs.
Mr Frost said: "The way this went was just horrifying. How can it happen? You don't bury your children, it's just not possible."
"It's not the way it's supposed to be," Mrs Frost added.
"There was nobody like Julie. She was there for everybody. She was absolutely fabulous.
"Michael was the nicest man you could ever meet, he really was. He melted your heart, really."
Mr Frost found out he too had cancer just before Christmas but hid the diagnosis from the family for fear of adding to their strain.
"It was quite devastating to know on top of everything else that had happened," he said. "I'm joining the gang, sort of thing.
"We discussed it at length and said 'there's no way we can say anything under the condition they're in at the moment'."
The family's story prompted a flood of donations to an appeal for the Bennets' children, Luke, 21, Hannah, 18, and 13-year-old Oliver.
Luke has now been granted guardianship of Oliver along with a family friend.
Mrs Frost said the response had been "absolutely amazing", adding, "it restores your faith in human nature".
Mr Frost said: "They've got no income, and we thought well, the mortgage has got to be paid, and that basically was what we were looking for.
"And it just went sky high. It went worldwide. People from abroad have been donating. We just can't get our heads around how wide it's gone." | The grandparents of three children who were orphaned when their parents died of cancer days apart have said they are "horrified" by what has happened. | 39272215 | [
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Bradley Lowery, from Blackhall Colliery near Hartlepool, was diagnosed with neuroblastoma in 2013.
More than £700,000 was raised to pay for treatment in the USA, including a donation of £200,000 from Everton.
However, last week his mother Gemma revealed his cancer had grown and treatment would only give him more time.
On Tuesday it was revealed that Bradley had been sent more than 11,000 Christmas cards from well-wishers.
A campaign to encourage people to send him the cards had been organised by an Everton fan. | A five-year-old boy with terminal cancer has appeared as a mascot at the Sunderland v Chelsea game. | 38322612 | [
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The 20-year-old was born in the Eastern Cape province, but his family moved to England when he was nine.
He had trained with Olympic silver medallist Louis Smith at Huntingdon Gym, but believes returning home will improve his Olympic prospects.
"It will open a lot of doors for me," the former British senior squad member told BBC Look East.
MacKenzie is a European junior team gold medallist with Britain and finished second in the vault and sixth in the all-around at last year's national championships.
He has also represented the senior squad at national level, but the prospect of competing for Team GB at major international events was being restricted by the country's world-class roster, with Smith, Max Whitlock, Sam Oldham, Kristian Thomas and Dan Keatings all rivals for selection.
"I would say I feel more South African than British," said MacKenzie, who was born in the coastal town of Jeffreys Bay.
"I won a competition for GB in South Africa in 2010. I remember standing up there on the podium with the British anthem playing and thought it didn't quite feel right.
"I've been here 11 years. I have a British passport, but I can't really forget I was born in Africa and my parents were. I can't forget my heritage that quickly."
MacKenzie has already made an impact on South African gymnastics, winning a Commonwealth Games qualifier in October to secure his place at Glasgow this summer and, under the British flag, finished highest at the 2013 national championships.
And he will compete in the Africa championships at the end of March, in the hope of making the qualifying scores needed to become the first South African artistic gymnast to go to the Olympics since 1956.
MacKenzie, who is now based at the Centurion Gymnastics Centre, intends to continue working with his Huntingdon coach Paul Hall and will send videos of his progress to receive tuition.
"I can really make a difference to gymnastics as a whole there and maybe kickstart something," he said.
"I can see what Louis Smith has done for the sport in this country and he's a great role model. I think it's definitely an achievable ambition to win the African champs, but there will be stiff competition." | British gymnast Cameron MacKenzie has chosen to represent South Africa in a bid to qualify for Rio 2016. | 25948226 | [
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The visitors, who were fourth having drawn 10 of their 17 unbeaten games, led through Nadiem Amiri but Timo Werner tapped in an equaliser.
Hoffenheim then had top scorer Sandro Wagner sent off for kicking Stefan Ilsanker.
And second-placed Leipzig took advantage with Marcel Sabitzer's deflected strike proving the winner.
The season's surprise package remain three points behind Bayern Munich, who won 2-1 at Werder Bremen.
Match ends, RB Leipzig 2, 1899 Hoffenheim 1.
Second Half ends, RB Leipzig 2, 1899 Hoffenheim 1.
Davie Selke (RB Leipzig) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Sebastian Rudy (1899 Hoffenheim).
Substitution, RB Leipzig. Rani Khedira replaces Timo Werner.
Davie Selke (RB Leipzig) is shown the yellow card.
Offside, RB Leipzig. Marvin Compper tries a through ball, but Davie Selke is caught offside.
Attempt missed. Diego Demme (RB Leipzig) left footed shot from a difficult angle on the left is just a bit too high. Assisted by Davie Selke following a set piece situation.
Substitution, RB Leipzig. Dominik Kaiser replaces Naby Keita.
Benjamin Hübner (1899 Hoffenheim) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
Timo Werner (RB Leipzig) wins a free kick on the right wing.
Foul by Benjamin Hübner (1899 Hoffenheim).
Ádám Szalai (1899 Hoffenheim) is shown the yellow card.
Bernardo (RB Leipzig) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Mark Uth (1899 Hoffenheim).
Foul by Bernardo (RB Leipzig).
Steven Zuber (1899 Hoffenheim) wins a free kick on the left wing.
Offside, RB Leipzig. Marvin Compper tries a through ball, but Davie Selke is caught offside.
Attempt missed. Timo Werner (RB Leipzig) right footed shot from the centre of the box is close, but misses to the left. Assisted by Marcel Sabitzer.
Offside, RB Leipzig. Marcel Halstenberg tries a through ball, but Timo Werner is caught offside.
Attempt missed. Kerem Demirbay (1899 Hoffenheim) left footed shot from outside the box is close, but misses to the right from a direct free kick.
Marvin Compper (RB Leipzig) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
Foul by Marvin Compper (RB Leipzig).
Mark Uth (1899 Hoffenheim) wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Offside, RB Leipzig. Diego Demme tries a through ball, but Timo Werner is caught offside.
Offside, RB Leipzig. Marcel Halstenberg tries a through ball, but Davie Selke is caught offside.
Foul by Timo Werner (RB Leipzig).
Sebastian Rudy (1899 Hoffenheim) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Goal! RB Leipzig 2, 1899 Hoffenheim 1. Marcel Sabitzer (RB Leipzig) right footed shot from outside the box to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Naby Keita.
Bernardo (RB Leipzig) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Ádám Szalai (1899 Hoffenheim).
Substitution, 1899 Hoffenheim. Ádám Szalai replaces Nadiem Amiri.
Foul by Marcel Halstenberg (RB Leipzig).
Kerem Demirbay (1899 Hoffenheim) wins a free kick on the right wing.
Foul by Naby Keita (RB Leipzig).
Mark Uth (1899 Hoffenheim) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Marcel Sabitzer (RB Leipzig) wins a free kick on the left wing.
Foul by Niklas Süle (1899 Hoffenheim).
Substitution, RB Leipzig. Davie Selke replaces Yussuf Poulsen.
Willi Orban (RB Leipzig) wins a free kick in the defensive half. | The final unbeaten start in Europe's top five leagues ended as Hoffenheim lost to title-chasing RB Leipzig. | 38719185 | [
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Lewis triumphed after a jump-off, while Shawn Barber of Canada took the bronze.
England's Isobel Pooley came second in the women's high jump, and Scotland's Lynsey Sharp won silver in the 800m, with England's Jessica Judd fourth.
But there were more medals for English athletes as Tiffany Porter came second in the women's 100m hurdles and Jade Lally won a bronze in the discus.
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Elsewhere, Kenya dominated the men's 3,000m steeplechase with gold, silver and bronze, and Uganda's Moses Kipsiro won the 10,000m.
Lewis, 28, has now won a medal of each colour from the Commonwealth Games after coming third in Melbourne in 2006 and second four years ago in Delhi.
Both he and Cutts cleared 5.55m, but failed three times at 5.60m to set up a jump-off.
They were again unsuccessful at the same height, before the bar was lowered back down to 5.55m. After Cutts' failure, Lewis then cleared the bar to win the event.
Australia's Eleanor Patterson cleared 1.94m to win the women's high jump, while Pooley's career-best effort of 1.92m was enough to see her finish ahead of Levern Spencer of St Lucia.
But a packed crowd at Hampden Park got the medal they wanted as Sharp, who had been on a hospital drip in the early hours of Friday, won silver in the 800m. She finished behind Eunice Jepkoech of Kenya, with Uganda's Winnie Nanyondo third.
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Australia's defending Commonwealth Games champion Sally Pearson retained her 100m hurdles crown, with Canada's Angela Whyte joining her and Porter on the podium.
In the women's discus, Lally's throw of 60.48m won her a bronze as Dani Samuels of Australia claimed gold and India's Seema Punia silver.
Jonathan Ndiku took the men's 3,000m steeplechase title and finished in front of fellow Kenyans Jairus Birech and Ezekiel Kemboi.
There was also an African winner in a thrilling 10,000m with Moses Kipsiro of Uganda first, Josphat Kipkoech Bett of Kenya second and Cameron Levins of Canada third.
Elsewhere, in the heats of the men's 1500m, Charlie Grice (England), Chris Gowell (Wales) and Chris O'Hare (Scotland) all qualified for Saturday's final.
Also on the track, England qualified for both the men's and women's 4x400m relay finals, and will be joined by Scotland in the men's race.
Only Lee Doran of Wales from the home nations qualified for the javelin final, but English trio Phillips Idowu, Nathan Fox and Nathan Douglas are still involved in the triple jump competition. | England's Steve Lewis won gold and Luke Cutts took silver in the men's pole vault at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. | 28615802 | [
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It will take a while for supporters and other leaders of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam party, or AIADMK, to come to terms with the huge void created by the death of Jayalalitha, one of India's most flamboyant and controversial leaders.
The party, founded in 1972 by the charismatic MG Ramachandran, known as MGR, a film star turned politician, has been playing a crucial role in providing political stability in Tamil Nadu, which is among the most important Indian states economically and politically.
Jayalalitha's death has triggered an air of uncertainty among the 75 million Tamils who have been used to seeing the AIADMK either as a governing party or as the main opposition for nearly four decades.
Political stability has played a key role in Tamil Nadu's development over the years. Its economy has been growing at a rate of around 12% in the past 10 years, much higher than the national average of around 8%.
Tamil Nadu is also the second largest economy among Indian states, next only to Maharashtra. Its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2015 was estimated to be around $150bn (£119bn). And as a whole, GDP per person in Tamil Nadu is 68% higher than the national average of $1,390 (£1,102) a year.
For the moment, one of Jayalalitha's trusted lieutenants, O Panneerselvam, has taken over as chief minister. The smooth transition of power has surprised everyone. But there are challenges ahead.
"The party does not have any other leader who is similarly charismatic or popular. That is a vacuum. Right from its inception, the AIADMK has had popular leadership. For the first time, the party does not have a popular figure," says Gnani, a veteran political analyst.
It is well known that there is no second - or even third - line of leadership in the party. The AIADMK flourished and succeeded mainly because of the charisma of Jayalalitha after she took over the party in 1990. At the helm, she never allowed anyone to challenge her and those who showed signs of rebellion were summarily dismissed.
As a woman leader in a male-dominated society, she stamped her authority to instil respect or even fear among her party's men. Her autocratic style led to her ministers and senior party members prostrating in front of her in public, sometimes even in front of her car, to get her blessing or attention.
The AIADMK leadership - both MGR and Jayalalitha - appealed directly to its supporters, mostly in rural and semi-urban areas. The middle-level leaders were usually hand-picked and most of them had no political base of their own.
The winning formula was achieved by offering free tablets, bicycles, televisions and money, and also by striking alliance with smaller or caste-based political parties. The party's election symbol, Two Leaves, introduced by MGR, is still a powerful tool to attract votes.
There is speculation that Jayalalitha's long-time friend and confidante Sasikala Natarajan is likely to play a crucial role in the party's affairs and establish a power structure around her.
Though she was close to the former leader, Mrs Natarajan was never given any official position by Jayalalitha. Mrs Natarajan and her family members are influential within the party, but they do not have any political base of their own.
If there is any trouble within the party over the growing influence of Mrs Natarajan, that will work to the advantage of the main opposition in Tamil Nadu, the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK). It is not uncommon in Tamil Nadu politics to engineer a split in the rival camp to bring down the government.
Some regional leaders of the AIADMK, who were sidelined by Jayalalitha, may use the opportunity to stage a comeback and demand ministerial berths.
Any infighting within the AIADMK is also likely to have an impact at the national level politics. In the past two decades, India's political direction has been dictated by powerful regional parties and the AIADMK was one of them.
It took 30 years for a single party to achieve an outright majority in the Indian parliament, in 2014. Support of the regional parties was crucial in the formation of a national coalition government.
But the political equation changed after Narendra Modi led the BJP to power two years ago.
Whether in a coalition or not, an assertive Jayalalitha never hesitated for a moment to take on the central government, even eclipsing her mentor MGR. She castigated the federal government over their stance on the Sri Lankan Tamil issue or the Cauvery river water sharing dispute with neighbouring Karnataka state.
There are concerns now that a weak AIADMK beset by internal squabbles will reduce the party's influence in central policies affecting the state.
"Regional parties have already lost their influence after the BJP got an absolute majority in parliament. If infighting erupts within the AIADMK, it will diminish the power and political leverage of the AIADMK. But the BJP still needs their support in the Rajya Sabha (Upper House) to pass crucial bills and laws," says AR Venkatachalapathy, historian and professor at the Madras Institute of Development Studies.
If nothing goes wrong, the present AIADMK government is expected to complete its full term and the next state assembly elections are scheduled for 2021. The challenge for the AIADMK will be how it will face the electorate if there is any election in the interim period.
The two Dravidian parties - AIADMK and DMK - have been ruling the state for nearly five decades. The national parties, like Congress and the BJP, have been waiting for decades to make inroads in Tamil Nadu. Is it the right moment?
"It AIADMK weakens, then the main opposition DMK will benefit. I don't think any national party (like Congress or the BJP) will benefit from the situation. The DMK will move into the space," says N Ram, former editor-in-chief of the Hindu newspaper.
Tamil Nadu has witnessed lots of political drama over the years, but it is now entering a new phase and getting used to a life without Ms Jayalalitha for the first time in 35 years. More twists and turns are on the cards. | Jayaram Jayalalitha was the undisputed leader of the governing party in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, but her sudden death has raised questions over who will replace her and what direction the party will take. | 38242407 | [
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The Office of Children's Commissioner study says there were 2,409 victims in the 14 months to October 2011 - but the true number is likely to be far higher.
The report also identifies 16,500 children who were at "high risk of sexual exploitation" in 2010-11.
David Cameron told the House of Commons the report was "extremely disturbing" and should be studied carefully.
The report, titled "I thought I was the only one - the only one in the world", sets out the findings from the first year of a two-year inquiry.
It is the first study to set out the scale of the sexual exploitation of children and young people. It comes in the wake of the jailing in May of nine Asian men for grooming and sexually exploiting white girls as young as 13 in Rochdale, Greater Manchester.
It draws on figures for sexual abuse, young offending and child health from local authorities, police, health services, voluntary agencies and children and young people.
The authors list 13 risk factors they say may indicate that young people are subject to sexual exploitation and grooming. These include going missing, repeated sexually transmitted infections, misuse of drugs or alcohol, self-harm and other physical injuries.
Any child or young person displaying three or more of these signs is at "serious risk of sexual exploitation", says the report. The researchers say their figures identify 16,500 children and young people who fit this profile.
Details on perpetrators were harder to obtain unless they had actually been arrested, so it is difficult to be sure of their ethnicity, notes the report.
The deputy children's commissioner, Sue Berelowitz, said the evidence indicated the perpetrators "come from all ethnic groups and so do their victims, contrary to what some may wish to believe".
She cautioned the "model" of Asian men preying on white girls was just one of "a number of models".
"The failure of agencies to recognise this means that too many child victims are not getting the protection and support they so desperately need," Ms Berelowitz added.
Analysis of the reported ethnicity of more than 1,500 alleged perpetrators showed that about a third were white, the largest ethnic group.
"The reality is that each year thousands of children in England are raped and abused by people seeking to humiliate, violate and control them," said Ms Berelowitz.
"These have included children who have been abducted, trafficked, beaten and threatened after being drawn into a web of sexual violence by promises of love, and others who have suffered in silence for years as they are casually and routinely raped by the boys in their neighbourhoods."
She told BBC Radio 4's Today programme that in six out of 10 cases no information was available on ethnicity.
The authors say evidence to the inquiry indicates that in any given year the actual number of children being abused is far greater than the 2,409 confirmed in the report.
The report found evidence of inconsistent collection of data on child sexual abuse by health services and local authorities, no standardised process across police forces for recording sexual offences by multiple offenders nor of coding sexual offences against children.
"At local level this means that both data-sharing and the flagging up of possible cases are disjointed," it said.
"It is clear that sexually exploited children are not always identified even when they show signs of being victims."
The report calls for urgent action to protect vulnerable children from all forms of sexual exploitation. All agencies working with children should take immediate action to ensure that their operational staff are made aware of a list of warning signs of sexual exploitation, it says.
Ms Berelowitz urged parents and agencies to be aware of patterns of warning signs, telling the Today programme that agenices should work closely to parents and listen to them.
A mother and father, whose daughter was groomed and sexually exploited, told Today that parents were often made to feel part of the problem.
The mother said: "What [the authorities] tend to do instead is blame at the worst, or in the very least exclude parents and families."
"It [grooming] drives a wedge between the child and her family such that she begins to see her abusers, the exploitative men, as her friends and her protectors instead of her family."
"Parents are assumed to be almost irrelevant or negligent or to have contributed in some way to their children having become victims of sexual exploitation. That simply is not the case."
"Sexual exploitation can happen to anyone's child".
The father said agencies had to work with families to get better results.
"You begin to put the family back together again. Otherwise the effects of grooming is to split the family from top to bottom."
A spokeswoman for the Department for Education said: "Child sexual exploitation is child abuse and a very serious crime, which the government is committed to tackling.
"Since last year the government has been implementing a child sexual exploitation action plan to raise awareness, prosecute and jail criminals, protect young people at risk, and help victims get their lives back on track.
"We published a progress report on the action plan in July and will be publishing a further update in due course."
The plan also focused on improving the recording and sharing of data relating to the identities of victims and abusers, she added.
However a government source privately questioned some of the report's methodology and figures and called some of the language "hysterical". The report's authors countered that their use of statistics is sound and their language measured.
Andrew Flanagan, chief executive of the NSPCC, said: "Sex offenders come from all backgrounds but if there is a problem with one community in a particular areas we must be bold enough to address it and not just turn a blind eye.
"In recent months the NSPCC's specialist teams dedicated to helping children targeted for grooming and sexual exploitation have worked with around 70 girls from a range of ethnic backgrounds with the majority aged between 14 and 16, although some were as young as 11."
Councillor David Simmons, of the Local Government Association, said: "It's now vital that councils, the police, the health service and other agencies work more closely, and hand in hand with local communities, to stamp out this disturbing criminal behaviour.
The shadow home secretary, Yvette Cooper, described the report as a "wake-up call to government" and called for a clear action plan "to protect and support these children". | Thousands of children are sexually abused by gangs and groups in England each year, according to a report. | 20409229 | [
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Her praise of menstrual leave - and suggestion that all women should be offered it - prompted a fiery debate among readers. Here is a selection of your experiences and opinions about the idea.
How can we say we want equality over pay and employment and then ask for a day's extra 'holiday' per month just for being a female? That's not asking for equality, that's saying women aren't as able to work as men, which surely kills all argument for equality... Guess what, I'm a female who has a period every month and I am still able to work as well as any man! If some women can't then that's their problem and they need to see a doctor! Charlotte Rachael, Halifax, UK
Personally, I suffer, for up to two weeks straight, I suffer. I've passed out through temporary anaemia at work. I've had to stop walking and hold on to a wall or a fence when walking to work. But I don't consider it necessary to call in sick, nor do I believe additional leave days should be required... We don't need additional leave, those who are suffering so badly need to push with their GPs to see a specialist. To award additional days leaves companies open to being taken advantage of by women who aren't suffering and just don't want to go to work for whatever reason. Lyndsey Victoria Corp, Barnsley, UK
Unfortunately, this is exactly why women make less money. Okay, well... it contributes. We are just gonna have to "man up" if we expect equality. Valerie Richardson, Oregon, US
The idea [of menstrual leave] makes sense to a degree, but surely unpaid leave will increase the wage gap (fewer hours means lower wages), which many people seem to take issue with. If it were to be paid leave, people who take the leave will either have to work harder to make up the time, or an earnings gap will develop, which is a much bigger problem than a wage gap, since fewer hours worked and equal wages means more money per hour worked for the same job, which is normally illegal. Obviously time off because of pain isn't a holiday, but it's simply not providing value to the company. I guess another alternative would be government subsidy, but I'm generally against too much of that in principle. Alex, Dundee, UK
I do sympathise with women who have a genuine problem. I'm a woman, I've been head chef in many kitchens, and don't think that I've never had to sneak into the walk-on fridge to cool down for two minutes because I might pass out. I have the same problems, I have the same pains. The difference is, I don't want to be taken the piss out of on an already male dominant role when I have worked so hard to overtake the next Gordon Ramsey chewing at my ankles! I am a reliable worker and I'm not about to be dropped at interviews "just in case" I can't give 100% every day. I HAVE spent 15 years in kitchens "manning up". Because whether you like it or not, the working world is NOT equal, never has been, probably never will be. And I'm happy working that bit harder than the men to prove myself. Jordan Glasspool Hewitt, Cornwall, UK
'Good idea'! Those who thought menstrual leave should be offered
I won't lie, I used to think women should just get on with it, not that we had the choice anyway. But after a miscarriage, on the first day of every period I'm crippled with constant back and pelvic pain, and mini contractions. I can barely walk it's so bad. I haven't taken time off work, but it definitely affects my work performance. Strong painkillers just leave me fatigued and confused. Now I'm more understanding. For some women, especially those with gynaecological problems, it can be debilitating. Unless someone has been in that position, they can't understand how bad it is for some women. Stacey Robertson, West Lothian, UK
There should be extra measures in place for those days. Also, some countries or companies don't offer as many sick days as others. This has nothing to do with gender equality. It's called being humane. Just because our grandmothers and mothers didn't have rights or privileges for their menstrual days, doesn't mean that we shouldn't benefit from societal advances and modern understanding! Marsha Thompson, New York, US
BBC 100 Women names 100 influential and inspirational women around the world every year. We create documentaries, features and interviews about their lives, giving more space for stories that put women at the centre.
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I had to be carried to the doctors' on more than one occasion due to the pain, and regularly phoned in sick until my issues were sorted. I also had excessively heavy episodes. Luckily I had a very understanding (male) boss who put the days through as holidays. Sian, Manchester, UK
I think women probably should be given leave if they want it. How bad they suffer may be subjective to the individual but the option of leave should be given regardless. Punishing anyone by making them work while they are suffering is barbaric and ridiculous. James Todd, Renfrewshire, Scotland, UK
Luckily I work in an office with other women, with a female boss. When I have cramps so bad I'm throwing up, I can get someone to cover. And I return the favour when it's her time. We work together. Lesley Braden, British Columbia, Canada | Churan Zheng, an events organiser, works for a company in China that allows her and her female colleagues to take a day or two a month off if they suffer from period pain. | 38207846 | [
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David Mackintosh was the leader of Northampton Borough Council when the authority authorised the loan to Northampton Town in 2013.
The money has never been paid and the council is in the process of trying to get it back.
Mr Mackintosh said "due diligence was carried out" before the loan was granted.
The Conservative MP for Northampton South said he felt "angry, frustrated and upset" about the ongoing financial problems at the Cobblers.
The club currently faces a winding-up petition from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) over £166,000. This is due to be heard on 16 November.
The £10.25m loan was originally given to the club for the re-development of its Sixfields stadium.
Mr Mackintosh said all decisions over the loan were taken at the borough council's cabinet and followed "a lot of work" by officers.
He said safeguards were put in place and were now being deployed by the council to recover the money.
Mr Mackintosh said: "Clearly as leader I have to take some responsibility for what happened.
"It is very frustrating because at the same time there are other things that haven't happened at the club.
"There are serious questions to be answered."
Club chairman David Cardoza previously told the BBC he expected the loan issue to be resolved by the end of last month. | An MP says he "has to take some responsibility" over an unpaid £10.25m loan to a football club. | 34750406 | [
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The state newspaper says the "suave" liquor will spare you wincing when you wake, despite boasting 30%-40% alcohol.
The brew is reportedly made from a type of indigenous ginseng called insam and glutinous rice, and cultivated by an organic farming method.
North Korean media is known for making often outlandish claims about its domestic achievements.
Last year, it said medical products containing extracts from the insam plant could cure Mers, Sars and even Aids, NK News reported.
The Pyongyang Times said the new alcohol "exudes national flavour", without dampening your national fervour the following morning.
Among its other unique selling points, according to the paper - the spirit "is highly appreciated by experts and lovers".
The newspaper article, titled, "Liquor wins quality medal for preserving national smack", says the Taedonggang Foodstuff Factory has been working for years on the elixir.
The drink derives from Kaesong Koryo insam - a natural herb thought to have medicinal properties. According to the Pyongyang Times, replacing sugar with the scorched, glutinous rice removed the bitterness from the insam and, crucially, the hangover.
"Koryo Liquor, which is made of six-year-old Kaesong Koryo insam, known as being highest in medicinal effect, and the scorched rice, is highly appreciated by experts and lovers as it is suave and causes no hangover," the article reads.
The liquor "has already been registered as a national scientific and technological hit", it adds.
Andray Abrahamian, who travels to North Korea on business for Chosong Exchange, told the UK-based North Korean News website that insam liquors were "OK" but he is "not that keen on it as a tasty treat".
"There are some high quality liquors made in North Korea, though in my experience there is no such thing as hangover-free booze anywhere in the world," he said. | North Korean scientists have invented a hangover-free alcohol, according to the Pyongyang Times. | 35353010 | [
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The owner of the 1977 Ford Mustang died in August and when his daughter checked his garage in Welwyn Garden City, she found that the car had disappeared.
The family last recall seeing the car, registration VTM 648S, in 1995.
Hertfordshire Police said: "We have exhausted all lines of inquiry and are waiting for any new information."
It is understood the reason the car's disappearance went unnoticed for two decades is the owner was not well enough to visit the garage it was housed in.
The force said it was convinced the car was not sold by the owner, as his daughter said she would have been informed, and all of the documentation is still in her late father's house.
Police appealed for information about the missing Mustang six months ago but have yet to receive any leads in the case. | Police say they have reached the end of the road in their search for a classic car thought to have been stolen during the last 20 years. | 36368304 | [
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4 May 2016 Last updated at 17:39 BST
The way players navigate the 3D levels in Sea Hero Quest will be anonymously tracked and sent to the researchers.
Understanding how people navigate 3D environments is important because the skill is often one of the first lost by people who have dementia.
Researchers say the game could generate an unprecedented amount of data.
Read the full story: Mobile game 'helps dementia research' | Dementia researchers have developed a video game that could lead to the development of early diagnostic tests for the disease. | 36203675 | [
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The occasion was part of the celebrations to mark the Queen's official 90th birthday.
It was one of many "patrons lunch" events organised throughout the UK and across the Commonwealth.
The street parties were intended to bring people together while raising funds for local charities and community programmes. | The Braemar Gathering group has been holding a traditional street party with local residents in Royal Deeside. | 36511062 | [
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Liam Fox, the international trade secretary, said that he wanted a deal with the EU "at least as free" as the present arrangements.
He said anything else would be bad for all the people of Europe, whatever some politicians on the continent might say about the need to show Britain that leaving the EU is not cost free.
He also suggested he wanted Britain to take its seat as an independent member of the World Trade Organisation after Brexit.
At present, Britain's membership is as part of the EU and some argue that Britain joining the WTO as an independent member will be a long and difficult process.
I asked Dr Fox if he agreed with car manufacturers in Britain who said yesterday that tariffs between the UK and the EU could lead to job losses.
"Protectionism never actually helps anybody at all," he answered.
"And as we move into the post-Brexit arena, we want it to be as free and open as possible.
"And don't just look at it from the UK perspective; the European Union has a massive surplus in goods with the UK.
"Who does it harm more if we end up in a new tariff environment?
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I also asked him about his comments that British business had grown too "fat and lazy" to take advantage of global trade opportunities.
"Well, first of all, I do understand why, the media loves splashes even if they are not always the words we actually say," he said.
"But let's stick to the important point here, which is we have a problem, that too few of our exporters - of our companies are now exporting.
"As a share of our GDP, if you compare our exports to say Germany there's a huge difference.
"If you look at total trade, imports and exports makes up about 57% of our total GDP - [it's] 86% in Germany.
"We have an increasing current account deficit that needs to be closed.
"And we need to ask ourselves how we can do that. What are the reasons why not all companies are performing?" | It is the strongest signal yet that Britain is plotting a "hard exit" from the European Union. | 37508969 | [
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Board members are believed to have wanted bigger cost cuts and more focus on the investment bank's performance.
Chairman John McFarlane said the bank needed to become more efficient: "What we need is profit improvement. Barclays is not efficient. We are cumbersome."
In a statement, Barclays said a "new set of skills" was required at the top.
Mr Jenkins has been Barclays' chief executive since 2012. The bank said a search for his successor was under way.
Barclays' chairman John McFarlane has been named executive chairman until a new chief executive is appointed.
In a conference call, Mr McFarlane said the board had decided the firm needed to change its strategy in order to boost revenue growth.
Barclays needs to be "leaner and more agile" to improve the firm's capital performance, he said.
Investors welcomed the news of the change, sending shares in Barclays up more than 2% in London.
Mr McFarlane applauded Mr Jenkins' role in steering Barclays through the aftermath of the financial crisis, and through the fallout of Barclays' management shakeup three years ago.
But he also said: "There is no question that cultural change was urgently required."
Mr McFarlane told BBC business editor Kamal Ahmed that Mr Jenkins' skill set had been suitable when he took the top post, but that the firm's needs had changed.
When the BBC asked him about future job cuts, he did not rule them out.
Nor did he rule out the possibility of branch closures.
"Inevitably, banks are going to have fewer branches than they have now," Mr McFarlane said.
He also told the BBC that Barclays would not renew its sponsorship of the Premier League when it expires later this year.
Make no mistake, Antony Jenkins, the chief executive of Barclays, has been fired after falling out with the board over the size of the investment bank and the pace of cost cutting.
Mr Jenkins, who became chief executive in 2012, was told in the last few days that the board no longer had confidence that he was the right man to lead the organisation.
Senior sources have told me that Sir Mike Rake, the deputy chairman of Barclays, approached the new chairman, John McFarlane, to say that a number of board members were unhappy with the speed of change at the bank.
They wanted cost cutting to go further and more attention paid to the investment bank which is seen as under-performing.
It is thought that Sir Mike wants Barclays to retain its global presence as a major investment bank whilst Mr Jenkins felt it should be cut back.
It has been made clear to me that Mr Jenkins was seen as having done a good job steadying the bank after the previous chief executive, Bob Diamond, resigned.
But it is now time for a new person at the top.
Whilst that search continues, Mr McFarlane will become chairman and chief executive, a similar role to the one he held at the insurance giant Aviva.
In Barclays' statement, Mr McFarlane said the bank needed to boost returns to shareholders. "We therefore need to improve revenue, costs and capital performance."
The board said it recognised the contribution Mr Jenkins had made over the past three years, and was "extremely grateful to him for bringing the company to a much stronger position".
But the bank said its non-executive directors had "concluded that new leadership is required to accelerate the pace of execution going forward".
Mr Jenkins took over at Barclays in the summer of 2012 following the departure of Bob Diamond, who left in the wake of the Libor scandal.
The bank said Mr Jenkins had inherited a situation which "would have challenged anyone facing the same issues".
Mr Jenkins said that when he had taken over as group chief executive in 2012 it was a "particularly difficult time for Barclays".
"It is easy to forget just how bad things were three years ago both for our industry and even more so for us. I am very proud of the significant progress we have made since then," he said. | Antony Jenkins, the chief executive of Barclays, has been fired after falling out with the board over the bank's cost cutting and profitability. | 33438914 | [
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The League One side were ahead after just three minutes as the forward scored with a low left-foot shot.
Rovers went two clear with 20 minutes remaining when Williams netted from close range after a defensive error from a corner by Oliver Crowley.
Bohan Dixon was unlucky to see his 20-yard free-kick tipped round the post by Doncaster keeper Thorsten Stuckmann. | Andy Williams' double saw Doncaster ease to a comfortable victory over National League North side Stalybridge. | 34685304 | [
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In the season-opening Australian Grand Prix, Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel beat Hamilton, who hopes to turn the tables at the Chinese race on Sunday.
"They won it fair and square and that's what makes it exciting," Hamilton said.
"The good thing is it is closer and it is going to be margins like that. It's cool to see the racing is that close."
Hamilton admitted Ferrari "did a better job" than Mercedes in Melbourne.
"There are going to be races where that fluctuates," he said, "where perhaps they are ahead and we're behind or the other way around, but we hope to make it that we are ahead more.
"Their car is stronger in certain areas and ours is stronger in certain areas and that is what's going to make the season exciting."
Vettel, meanwhile, insisted that beating Mercedes "is not easy at all".
"We have had one race and managed to beat them but as a global installation or infrastructure they are the team to beat," said the German four-time world champion.
"It is clear what we want to do - whether we will be able to time will tell, but i think the team is on the right path.
"Mercedes has to be still the favourite. We had a very strong first race but the way we look at it in the team is we go race by race.
"We know we have a good package, which puts us in a strong place. We know there are a lot of things we need to do to keep up with them and keep the position we are in now to fight for good races." | Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton says he expects a close season-long battle with Ferrari in which the advantage fluctuates between the two teams. | 39517005 | [
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Takayuki Tanooka, 44, and his wife briefly left Yamato Tanooka by the side of the road on the northern island of Hokkaido on 28 May as punishment.
When they came back he was gone. A huge search was launched and the boy was found at a military base on Friday.
Yamato was taken to hospital but was discharged on Tuesday.
The case sparked a debate in Japan about parenting.
Mr Tanooka told broadcaster TBS in an interview aired on Monday: "I said to him, 'Dad made you go though such a hard time. I am sorry'."
"And then, my son said, 'You are a good dad. I forgive you'."
The boy was found on Friday morning in a hut on a military drill field, some 5.5km (3.4 miles) from where he was left as a punishment for throwing stones at people and cars.
He said he had lost his sense of direction from crying and walked for about five hours before arriving at the building where he was found, according to The Mainichi newspaper.
He slept between two mattresses and "met no-one".
He said he drank water from a tap at the facility but ate nothing for six days, the newspaper said.
When found, Yamato was lightly dehydrated, malnourished and had scrapes on his arms and legs but was said to be otherwise in good health.
Police have said they will not be pressing charges against the parents, local media reported. | The father of a seven-year-old Japanese boy who was found alive after six nights alone in a dense forest says his son has forgiven him. | 36466399 | [
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John Stollery, 58, a social worker from Nottinghamshire, was one of 30 UK holidaymakers killed by a gunman near Sousse last year.
His wife Cheryl said her husband was the most "fantastic man" and his legacy could bring about "peace" and "understanding".
The terror attack on June 26 claimed the lives of 38 people.
The attack in the resort of Port El Kantaoui was claimed by the so-called Islamic State.
Mr Stollery worked at Nottinghamshire County Council for 33 years and for the last 16 years was a social worker, working with children in care.
Mrs Stollery said she had been focussing on what good could come following her husband's death.
She said: "Hopefully [the] legacy of John's of making somebody else's life brighter and fulfilling their dreams, might bring about some better understanding and hopefully some peace.
"Acts of violence are not the answer.
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Neil Duckmanton, Mr Stollery's best friend, said: "If there was anything he could do for anybody, he would, and he did that with me for 30 years."
He will be remembered at a service at St Edmund's Church in Walesby, Nottinghamshire. | A victim of the Tunisia beach massacre is to be remembered in a church service one year on from the attack. | 36599640 | [
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Telford and Wrekin Council believes the proposals for MoD Donnington could create up to 700 new jobs.
Donnington provides logistics support for the Army, handling military equipment and weapons.
The local authority said it was putting together a planning application for a one million sq ft (93,000 sq m) development at the site.
The council said it had been in talks with the MoD over the past 18 months to turn Donnington into one of the main support depots.
Telford and Wrekin said the plans were still at a very early stage, and depended on winning investment from the MoD.
Councillor Bill McClements, responsible for finance and enterprise, said it was a great opportunity for both the MoD and the local economy.
"It's looking good and we're very optimistic," he said.
"Potentially it safeguards over 1,000 jobs and can bring in between 500 and 700 new jobs, plus extra jobs and investment in the supply chain.
"We're removing any barriers. We're offering incentives, we're offering to train and even help to build it."
Mr McClements said the planning application was expected to be submitted before the end of the year.
In a statement, the MoD said it was too early to talk about job opportunities and that it was also in talks with a number of other councils.
The MoD said the negotiations were part of a project to rationalise its procurement and logistics operation. | Plans have been unveiled for a major expansion of a Ministry of Defence (MoD) base in Telford. | 25045335 | [
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The Chesterfield striker was cleared of rape at a retrial in 2016. He had been charged with attacking the woman in a hotel room in Rhyl, Denbighshire.
Following the retrial, North Wales Police investigated after the woman's name was revealed on social media.
Anyone who reports being a victim of a sex offence is guaranteed lifelong anonymity.
North Wales Police's temporary Supt Jason Devonport said the publishing of her name was a "serious" offence.
The men, aged between 16 and 23, were from the Sheffield, Derbyshire and Birmingham areas.
All were cautioned after admitting publishing the name of the woman - who has lifelong anonymity under the Sexual Offences (Amendment) Act 1992 - after the retrial verdict.
Supt Devonport said: "This type of offence is fortunately rare, however, I'd like to emphasise all police forces take offences of this nature very seriously.
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In November 2012 - following the initial trial - nine people were made to pay compensation to the woman after they admitted naming her on Twitter and Facebook.
Mr Evans, 28, was originally found guilty of rape at Caernarfon Crown Court in 2012, but that conviction was quashed in April 2016. A retrial jury found him not guilty of the offence six months later.
The Chesterfield striker had been charged with attacking her at a hotel on 30 May 2011.
He was found not guilty of the same charge, after a retrial at Cardiff Crown Court, in October 2016.
Mr Evans' former club Sheffield United announced this week it was to re-sign him. | Ten men who revealed the identity of the woman involved in footballer Ched Evans' rape trial have been cautioned. | 39710633 | [
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Football supporters submitted a Freedom of Information request to obtain the tenancy agreement amid claims the London Legacy Development Corporation (LLDC) would subsidise the rent.
An Information Commissioner has said LLDC, which denied the claims, must now comply with the FOI request.
LLDC had refused to reveal its rent on grounds of commercial sensitivity.
The decision comes ahead of West Ham moving into the stadium for the start of the 2016-2017 football season.
In reaching a decision dated 3 September, the commissioner said neither West Ham nor LLDC had been able to show how revealing the details of the tenancy agreement would place them at a commercial disadvantage or how this information could be exploited by a competitor.
The stadium was built using tax payers' money and is currently in public ownership.
LLDC manages the stadium and is believed to be considering whether to appeal against the independent commissioner's decision.
A coalition of 14 supporters' trusts from around the country called on LLDC head, London Mayor Boris Johnson, to waive its right to appeal.
They said an appeal would further delay the publication of the tenancy agreement, which they argue is in the public interest.
In a statement, the trusts said the deal raised issues over the apparent use of public money to "subsidise a commercial football business".
"It seems the taxpayer will be paying the cost of a series of overheads which every other club, rightly, has to pay for themselves," they said.
"It is important that the taxpayer is allowed to know exactly what has gone on here, and to judge whether it is a responsible and fair use of public money."
The supporters' trusts had argued the Olympic Stadium deal could give the Hammers a competitive advantage and asked the government to investigate in August, but the government said the deal had been "scrutinised" and rejected their request.
Previously a spokesman for the Department for Culture, Media and Sport said: "West Ham United has a concession at the stadium and their contributions reflect that status.
"The contract, awarded after an open public competition, has been widely scrutinised and tested in court. The stadium remains in public ownership and the profits from its multiple uses will flow to the taxpayer."
The Olympic Stadium deal allows West Ham to host all of their home matches at the stadium. British Athletics will take control of the arena for one month every summer.
LLDC has until 8 October to reveal the commercial details of the Olympic Stadium tenancy agreement. | The managers of the Olympic Stadium have been told to make public the details of a rental deal with West Ham. | 34260708 | [
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The 29-year-old, who plays on the right side of midfield, joins Carrick from Mid Ulster League side Crewe United.
In addition to his stint at Crusaders, McAllister has also had spells with other Irish League clubs Ards, Ballymena United and Donegal Celtic.
McAllister is Carrick's eighth signing during the current transfer window with Aaron Smyth and Kyle McVey already among the arrivals.
Carrick face Ballinamallard United in the Irish Premiership on Friday night after taking just two points from their last six games. | Carrick Rangers have signed former Crusaders midfield Eamon McAllister. | 38605405 | [
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The attack was discovered on Wednesday, and made public on Saturday.
The encrypted credit card details of up to 90,000 people may have been accessed, the mobile phone firm said.
The Information Commissioner's Office, which examines data breaches, confirmed it was aware of the incident.
Carphone Warehouse says the data could include names, addresses, dates of birth and bank details and it is contacting all those affected.
Those who think they have been the victim of fraud should contact Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040.
Carphone Warehouse said the "sophisticated" cyber-attack, which happened in the past two weeks, was stopped "straight away" after it was discovered on Wednesday afternoon.
The affected division of the company operates the websites OneStopPhoneShop.com, e2save.com and Mobiles.co.uk, and provides services to iD Mobile, TalkTalk Mobile, Talk Mobile and some Carphone Warehouse customers.
The retailer's owner, Dixons Carphone, has apologised for the attack and said additional security measures have been brought in. It has also taken the affected websites down.
Carphone Warehouse customer Kerri, from Petersfield, in Hampshire, said she believed her email address had been hacked, and "things stolen", since the breach.
"I am extremely upset as well as worried and scared," she said.
"Firms like Carphone Warehouse need to be held accountable for security breaches."
Some customers complained they should have been made aware when the breach was first detected.
Technology analyst Tom Cheesewright said the company may have been trying to assess the level of damage before making the announcement.
"I don't think we'll know until the Information Commissioner's Office looks at this - whether they did the right thing, whether they were prudent in waiting a few days." he added.
He said it was likely the data would be sold on.
"There's a ready market in this sort of information. You might pay £5-10 for one set of credit card details, maybe twice that for a full identity," he said.
The details may then be used to shop or take out loans: "It's a very good start for a full case of identity theft."
He urged customers to watch for - and report - any suspicious activity on their bank accounts or credit reports.
A spokesman for the Information Commissioner's Office said: "We have been made aware of an incident at Carphone Warehouse and are making enquiries."
The Metropolitan Police said its Cyber Crime Unit had been notified of the breach by Carphone Warehouse but no formal allegation of a crime had been made.
The Met said it had not had any reports of fraudulent banking activity.
Here are a selection of your comments on this story.
Paul, Liverpool says: I knew something wasn't right when a few days ago I couldn't access the iD Mobile website. I simply put this down to corporate governance. I questioned this further when two days later I still couldn't do so from my own iD mobile phone. Naturally one must ask how much was known and how quickly this attack was mitigated, especially given Talk Talk had been targeted as late as October last year.
David, Romford writes: As a Talkmobile customer, I have just visited the Carphone Warehouse and Talkmobile websites to find out more. Guess what? I could find absolutely no mention of this on either website! It seems like they are trying to sweep this under the carpet. Not good enough.
Ruth comments: I have received the email from Mobiles UK and have contacted my bank etc., and noted the information about credit rating concerns. I have never had an issue with credit rating and have never used these companies. I don't think it's fair that customers like me should now have to consider paying upwards of £14 per month to these credit rating companies just because my records held by Carphone Warehouse have been compromised. I cannot afford to pay this.
Judith, Lee on the Solent says: E2Save - one of those Carphone Warehouse affected accounts - have prevented me from changing my password on my account. If the breach has already taken place, what is the point of bolting the stable door now that my details may have been taken? They should unlock my account so that I can change my password, but they will not let me!
Alan James Bell writes: I've received an email telling me that my account information 'may have been stolen'. So far, my bank accounts look normal. I wanted to check with Experian if someone had applied for a credit card using my details. But, of course, to do so, I have to give Experian all my personal details! In other words, put all my info out there on to yet another server for the Russian / Chinese hackers to exploit!
Vicki tells us: I am a Carphone Warehouse customer and to say the very least I am so unhappy and angry about this situation they have put us in. I hope they will compensate for the worry that everyone is going through right now. | The UK's data watchdog is "making inquiries" after Carphone Warehouse said the personal details of up to 2.4 million of its customers may have been accessed in a cyber-attack. | 33840327 | [
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Allen has a year left on his current contract and was named in Uefa's official Euro 2016 team of the tournament as Wales reached their first semi-final at a major competition.
Having started only eight Premier League games last season, the 26-year-old has yet to discuss a new deal.
"We will find a solution but it's not done," Klopp told BBC Radio 5 live.
"Obviously Joe Allen is a good player. We never doubted this. He played a good European Championship, like the whole Welsh team.
"We have to make decisions, we have to find solutions. We have to talk to the player, ask the player and think about our situation. That's how it works."
Allen joined Liverpool from Swansea City for £15m in 2012.
The Reds rejected an enquiry from the Welsh club about re-signing their former player on loan in January, and it is understood the Swans are still interested in Allen. | Manager Jurgen Klopp says Liverpool are eager to resolve the future of Wales midfielder Joe Allen. | 36790493 | [
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Southern Railway luggage van No 2464 has spent four months being stripped and repainted at Locomotion, the National Railway Museum in Shildon.
The carriage transported Churchill's coffin from London to Oxfordshire in 1965.
Manager Gary Campbell, said the restoration was something a lot of people in the town were "proud of".
The newly restored carriage, which cost about £30,000, will now move to the National Railway Museum in York.
It will be joined by the locomotive which pulled it as part of an exhibition commemorating the 50th anniversary of the former Prime Minister's state funeral.
After the funeral in London, his coffin was loaded into the carriage which was then drawn by Battle of Britain locomotive Winston Churchill to Oxfordshire.
Thousands gathered along the route to pay their respects.
Churchill was laid to rest in the parish churchyard of Bladon, close to Blenheim Palace, where he was born 89 years earlier.
The carriage was built in 1931 and was used during World War Two on evacuation trains before being put into Pullman colours in the 1960s.
It was moved to Los Angeles in 1966 but returned to the UK in 2007 where it entered the Swanage Railway Collection. | The carriage which carried Sir Winston Churchill's coffin to his final resting place has been restored. | 30814114 | [
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It has announced changes to the heavily criticised and regularly overspent Cancer Drugs Fund, which pays for drugs the NHS has deemed unaffordable.
The new system will start in July 2016 and have a fixed budget of £340m.
No patients receiving drugs on the old Cancer Drugs Fund will have their medication stopped.
At present, the CDF can choose to pay for innovative drugs the health watchdog, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), has rejected for widespread use on the NHS.
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Those given the go-ahead will be routinely offered across the NHS while those given a maybe rating can be considered for the CDF.
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Bruce Keogh, medical director at NHS England, said: "Improving cancer care is an absolute priority for NHS England... that is dependent on access to treatments.
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The fund, which was established in 2011 and covers England, has seen its costs rise to £340m in 2015-16 from an initial annual budget of £200m.
An NHS official said: "Drug companies will need to price their drugs responsibly, and we make no apology for maintaining the pressure on this point on behalf of the public.
"Companies keen to work with the NHS for patients will get a new fast-track route to NHS funding for promising new drugs, backed by a speeded up and more transparent NICE assessment process."
Dr Paul Catchpole, from the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry, said: "If cancer medicines go through more or less exactly the same NICE appraisal process that was in place five years ago - which necessitated the setting up of the CDF in the first place - we will largely get the same answers as before - the majority of medicines will be turned down.
"Without substantial changes the ABPI estimates that under the proposals two thirds of existing CDF medicines are likely to no longer be available to NHS patients by the end of the year."
Target Ovarian Cancer chief executive Annwen Jones said: "Important questions remain unanswered with this proposal.
"The Cancer Drugs Fund must retain the power to make a real difference to people's lives in the face of budget cuts."
Follow James on Twitter. | Cancer patients have been promised faster access to innovative medicines by NHS England. | 35650170 | [
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The African champions take on the Europeans in Jeju, South Korea, as they look to seal a place in the quarter-finals.
Chambeshi has watched his side play some attractive football in the group stage and is looking for more of the same on Wednesday.
"They have a strong team but we are the African champions, so at least that morale is motivating us a lot," said Chambeshi.
He said his team had fully recovered from the 1-0 defeat they suffered against Costa Rica in their final Group C match.
"We are representing Africa and I think we have the strength and power to match Germany.
They have a strong team but we are the African champions
"We have to respect them, but they have to respect us too."
Zambia's prospects have been boosted by the return of captain Solomon Sakala who sat out the Costa Rica game through suspension.
"I'm happy the captain is back in the team; morale is high and the boys are looking forward to the game."
Chambeshi was part of Zambia's Olympic squad thrashed 4-0 by Germany during the 1988 Games in Seoul.
However, he said revenge was not his main motivation but getting the result to see them through to the next stage.
"In football, there is no revenge; we know everyone is looking at that [Seoul '88 defeat], but we buried that Seoul Olympics defeat.
"We have to do our very best so that we overcome Germany.
"That time Germany had [Jurgen] Klinsmann who was a high-class player.
"We also had good players, but now it's a different scenario." | Zambia coach Beston Chambeshi says his team is highly motivated for Wednesday's Fifa Under-20 World Cup tie against Germany. | 40096272 | [
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European Commission president Jean-Claude Juncker said the UK may want to be more "obliging" to certain countries to secure future commercial advantages.
The EU is keen to maintain a united front and conduct central negotiations.
Meanwhile, a leading candidate to be France's next President says he will take a "pretty tough" line on Brexit.
Emmanuel Macron, who opinion polls suggest could win May's election, told Channel 4 News the UK should not be punished for voting to leave the EU but the EU's interests had to be paramount into the upcoming negotiations.
"We have to preserve the rest of the European Union and not to convey the message that you can decide to leave without any consequence," he said.
Official discussions on the terms of the UK's exit and its future relationship with the EU are expected to begin in the Spring once the UK has triggered Article 50 - notifying the union of its intention to leave.
Prime Minister Theresa May has made clear that the UK will leave the EU's single market and wants bespoke commercial and customs agreements based on tariff-free and "frictionless" cross-border trade.
She has also made clear that she is prepared to leave the EU without a formal deal rather sign up to a bad one.
The final agreement on the UK's exit will need the approval of 20 out of the EU's 27 other member states as well as the support of the European Parliament.
However, a future trade deal could need the backing of all EU states.
There have been suggestions the UK could potentially exploit divisions within the EU over how hard a bargain they are willing to drive.
Several EU leaders have insisted the UK cannot expect a better deal outside the EU than it has now and their priority is to protect the interests of the remaining 27 members. Others have advised against "punishing" the UK.
Speaking after holding talks with Austrian Chancellor Christian Kern, Mr Juncker said there would be no parallel negotiations and the UK would not be allowed to conduct bilateral discussions in key areas such as finance, telecommunications or chemicals.
"A situation could arise whereby the UK might attempt to or wish to be obliging to certain member states in certain economic zones and certain sectors whereby those countries might wish to provide certain advantages to the UK," he said.
"It is in our interests therefore that we don't have any special discussions... with certain individual countries."
Mr Kern said that Europe would not "capitulate" to the UK by granting it a better status than it would enjoy if it was still an EU member.
"If you want to be a member of a club you have better conditions, obviously, than if you want to be outside the club," he said.
The EU's negotiating team will be headed up by former commissioner Michel Barnier.
Speaking during a visit to Finland his UK counterpart, Brexit Secretary David Davis, said he wanted an outcome which was good for the EU as well as the UK.
"We're not talking about a break-up, we're talking about a new relationship, that's what we want to see," he said.
The UK's former ambassador to the EU Sir Ivan Rogers has said the negotiations - which are scheduled to be completed in two years - will be "humungous" in scope.
Preparatory work has been taking place in more than 50 different sectors, spanning manufacturing and services as well as key industries such as farming and fishing. | The UK should not try to play different EU states off against each other or pursue "special discussions" in key areas, a top EU official has warned. | 38959995 | [
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Prices were up to 5.4% compared to the same quarter in 2015 - in the previous four quarters the annual rise was more than 7%.
Compared to the second quarter of this year, prices were almost flat, rising by just 0.8%.
The figures are from the NI Residential Property Price Index, which analyses almost all sales, including cash deals.
The average standardised price, across all property types, is just over £124,000.
The biggest annual rise in the third quarter was in the Antrim and Newtownabbey council district where prices were up by 7.3%.
The smallest annual rise was in Ards and North Down where prices were up by 2.1%
Among property types the biggest annual rise was for terraces, up by 7.1%.
The smallest annual rise was for apartments which were up by 4%.
The number of deals completed in the third quarter was 5,200. | House prices in Northern Ireland continued to rise in the third quarter of this year, but at a slower rate. | 37986356 | [
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Two shots were fire through windows of the house in Moneyleck Park at about 22:20 GMT on Monday.
The man, who was in the house at the time, received hospital treatment for his injuries.
He has since been discharged from hospital. | A man has sustained minor injuries in a gun attack at a house in Rasharkin, County Antrim. | 38806826 | [
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"The truth is that Taylor Swift and I are together, and we're very happy," the actor told the Hollywood Reporter.
"That's the truth," he continued. "It's not a publicity stunt."
Hiddleston has been speaking about his first Emmy nomination for The Night Manager, saying it was "fantastic" to to be up for outstanding lead actor.
Hiddleston played concierge-turned-spy Jonathan Pine in the BBC's adaptation of John le Carre's novel.
He was nominated on Thursday for the prize for lead actor in a miniseries or movie, alongside fellow Brits Benedict Cumberbatch and Idris Elba, and US stars Bryan Cranston, Cuba Gooding Jr and Courtney B Vance.
But it is speculation about his relationship with Swift that has been rife in the press since they were snapped embracing near Swift's home in Rhode Island last month. The images went viral online.
Hiddleston, 35, who is in Australia shooting reprising his Loki role in the latest Thor film, had previously refused to discuss the relationship with the press. There had been reports that they could have been filming a music video together.
"I'd rather just talk about my work if that's all right," he told one reporter in Queensland earlier this week.
But when asked by the Hollywood Reporter how he would "respond to people who claim that you're involved in some sort of publicity stunt", the British actor rejected the "notion".
The magazine reported that he laughed at the question and thanked them for asking it.
Swift was previously in a relationship with Scottish DJ Calvin Harris, who 'unfollowed' her on Twitter after images of the singer kissing Hiddleston appeared online.
Follow us on Twitter @BBCNewsEnts, on Instagram, or email [email protected]. | Tom Hiddleston has denied his romance with singer Taylor Swift is just for the cameras in his first comments on their widely reported relationship. | 36803110 | [
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Full-back Denton, 20, curled in a fine effort in the first half as the Whites won a second-straight away game.
Kemar Roofe hit the crossbar for Leeds as they pressed for a second.
The Hatters had chances to equalise but Jack Marriott twice squandered efforts when he was one-on-one with the goalkeeper.
Match ends, Luton Town 0, Leeds United 1.
Second Half ends, Luton Town 0, Leeds United 1.
Attempt missed. Isaac Vassell (Luton Town) header from the centre of the box misses to the right.
Attempt saved. Kemar Roofe (Leeds United) right footed shot from the centre of the box is saved in the bottom left corner.
Attempt missed. Souleymane Doukara (Leeds United) right footed shot from the right side of the box is too high.
Lewie Coyle (Leeds United) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Isaac Vassell (Luton Town).
Attempt saved. Isaac Vassell (Luton Town) header from the centre of the box is saved in the top centre of the goal.
Corner, Luton Town. Conceded by Lewie Coyle.
Attempt missed. Cameron McGeehan (Luton Town) right footed shot from outside the box is too high.
Attempt saved. Alex Mowatt (Leeds United) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the top right corner.
Attempt blocked. Kemar Roofe (Leeds United) right footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked.
Foul by Alex Mowatt (Leeds United).
Pelly Ruddock (Luton Town) wins a free kick on the left wing.
Corner, Luton Town. Conceded by Alex Mowatt.
Corner, Leeds United. Conceded by John Mullins.
Attempt blocked. Souleymane Doukara (Leeds United) right footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked.
Attempt missed. Jack Marriott (Luton Town) right footed shot from the centre of the box is close, but misses to the right.
Corner, Luton Town. Conceded by Tyler Denton.
Substitution, Luton Town. Isaac Vassell replaces Olly Lee.
Substitution, Leeds United. Liam Cooper replaces Pontus Jansson because of an injury.
Delay over. They are ready to continue.
Delay in match Pontus Jansson (Leeds United) because of an injury.
Attempt saved. Kemar Roofe (Leeds United) left footed shot from outside the box is saved in the top centre of the goal.
Attempt saved. Kemar Roofe (Leeds United) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the centre of the goal.
Stuart Dallas (Leeds United) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Cameron McGeehan (Luton Town).
Substitution, Leeds United. Alex Mowatt replaces Pablo Hernández.
Substitution, Luton Town. Pelly Ruddock replaces Danny Hylton.
Attempt missed. Glen Rea (Luton Town) right footed shot from outside the box is just a bit too high.
Corner, Luton Town. Conceded by Sol Bamba.
Attempt blocked. Cameron McGeehan (Luton Town) right footed shot from outside the box is blocked.
Corner, Luton Town. Conceded by Sol Bamba.
Attempt saved. Cameron McGeehan (Luton Town) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the bottom left corner.
Lewie Coyle (Leeds United) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.
Foul by Lewie Coyle (Leeds United).
Danny Hylton (Luton Town) wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Corner, Leeds United. Conceded by John Mullins.
Attempt blocked. Stuart Dallas (Leeds United) left footed shot from outside the box is blocked.
Substitution, Leeds United. Kalvin Phillips replaces Luke Murphy. | Tyler Denton scored on his Leeds United debut as the Championship side progressed past Luton Town in the EFL Cup second round. | 37091228 | [
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A point against the Dutch side could keep Celtic in the hunt if Group A rivals Fenerbahce fail to beat Molde in Norway, but Deila feels his team must keep their fate in their own hands.
"I still see an opportunity to go through, and that's what we are going to fight for," Deila said.
"We have to go for winning the game."
Group winners Molde registered home and away victories over Celtic to leave the Scottish champions bottom of Group A with two points from their four matches.
Ajax are only a point better off, and Deila does not expect Frank de Boer's side to travel to Glasgow with great confidence.
"They have also struggled lately in Europe," the Norwegian commented.
"They haven't won away for a long time, so we have a very good opportunity. It's always very hard to come here to Celtic Park.
"We are going to do everything we can to make it even harder for them and get three points."
"I think that's the same for Ajax as well, they want to win. So it's going to be an interesting game and a big opportunity for us to get a good result and go down to Turkey and do everything for ourselves.
"I think we've been a little bit unlucky in some of the games. Last year I can say we were maybe a little bit lucky, but this year I think we have been a little bit unlucky.
"You can talk about being unlucky, but it's also about being good in the right moments. We have made some stupid mistakes and have lost some important points."
Celtic will be forced to field a makeshift midfield against Ajax, with injury ensuring Scott Brown will join the suspended pair of Nir Bitton and Stefan Johansen on the sidelines. Kris Commons is also a major doubt for the match.
"It is of course more tricky because a lot of the experience is out, but we have good players, players who can fill those roles," Deila continued.
"We have to put together a team that can bring a good performance."
"I really want to succeed in Europe. That's what everybody wants.
"It's nothing to fear. It's a football match that we have a big opportunity in." | Celtic manager Ronny Deila says his side must beat Ajax on Thursday to keep their hopes of advancing to the Europa League knockout stage alive. | 34925874 | [
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The Commons Public Accounts Committee said whistleblowers had often been subjected to bullying and harassment.
Its report called for whistleblowers to be offered legal and counselling help and for "swift sanctions" to be imposed on staff who victimised them.
The government said it was acting to ensure people felt free to speak out.
The report highlighted the "important" role whistleblowers had played in uncovering details about the Hillsborough disaster and the Mid Staffordshire NHS trust scandal.
The committee said whistleblowing was a "crucial source of intelligence to help government identify wrongdoing".
However, it found there had been a "startling disconnect" between policies encouraging whistleblowers in theory and what happened in practice.
The report said it had "heard of too many cases of appalling treatment of whistleblowers by their colleagues".
Officials who tried to raise concerns often had to show "remarkable courage" in coming forward.
The report highlighted whistleblowing in relation to the Hillsborough disaster on 15 April 1989, where 96 Liverpool fans at an FA Cup semi-final lost their lives.
Prime Minister David Cameron later apologised for the "double injustice" of the disaster, after an independent report published in 2012 showed police and emergency services had attempted to deflect the blame.
It also highlighted the Mid Staffordshire NHS scandal, where staff at Stafford Hospital had blown the whistle on "appalling care" between 2005 and 2008.
The committee heard from Kay Sheldon, a member of the board of the Care Quality Commission who, the report said, had been "victimised" by senior officials after she tried to raise concerns about the way it had been operating.
The report said no-one had faced any form of sanction over her treatment.
Labour MP Margaret Hodge, who chairs the public accounts committee, said whistleblowing was "crucial" and must be taken seriously by all chief executives of major companies and public sector organisations.
She said protection for whistleblowers was still not adequate, citing the example of Osita Mba - a former lawyer at Revenue and Customs who drew attention to what he claimed were "sweetheart deals" between the tax authorities and Goldman Sachs.
She said Mr Mba was a "really brave guy" but it had become "impossible for him" to remain with the organisation after his disclosures and he had had "to start his life again elsewhere".
"The way you support whistleblowers is hugely important," she added.
"I think it is really important that there are proper sanctions in place in an organisation so if someone does blow the whistle, they are properly supported and if anyone dares bully or harass them, they are not only reprimanded but punished."
Legal protections for whistleblowers
The 1998 Public Disclosure Act protects workers who disclose information about potential criminal behaviour and other malpractice at their workplace, or former workplace, provided certain conditions are met.
Depending on the nature of information disclosed and who it is confided to, a whistleblower is legally protected from suffering from any detriment as a result. If these conditions are not met, a disclosure may constitute a breach of the worker's duty of confidence to his employer.
The laws apply to direct employees and agency workers but not those working for the security services, and campaign group Public Concern at Work says other individuals - such as volunteers and interns - are also excluded.
The law was amended last year to include a specific public interest test, whereby whistleblowers have to "reasonably believe" that their actions are in the public interest to be protected.
Workers who raise concerns about bullying and harassment by work colleagues are also protected. Colleagues who victimise them are personally liable for their actions while their employers are "vicariously liable".
The Taxpayers' Alliance said the report suggested there was a "culture of secrecy" in much of the public sector and whistleblowing must be encouraged.
"Though the practice often asks tough questions, it is a crucial tool to increase the accountability of those in charge and to ensure our public services work as well as possible for the people who need them," the campaign group's chief executive Jonathan Isaby said.
A government spokeswoman said: "All civil servants must be able to raise concerns so that poor services and inefficient operations can be identified and acted upon.
"That is why this government is ensuring people feel free to speak out. Awareness of how to raise a complaint has risen by 20% and two-thirds of civil servants feel that any complaint will be investigated properly.
"In addition, we are ensuring that all departments have a clear whistleblowing policy."
Labour said whistleblowing had led, in many cases, to major changes in policy.
"There must be a clear standardised policy for handling whistleblowers working across all of our public services to ensure that there are no disparities in how people are dealt with, and that staff are protected from being victimised." said shadow Cabinet Office minister Michael Dugher. | The treatment of employees in public services who have raised concerns about wrongdoing has often been "shocking", a group of MPs has said. | 28596233 | [
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The 21-year-old's success also guaranteed Britain a berth in the event at the Rio 2016 Olympics.
The Brownlee brothers did not compete, with their focus on this year's World Series competition and the Rio Olympic test event.
Benson completed the event in one hour 48 minutes 31 seconds.
He was ahead of Portugal's Joao Silva (+11 seconds) and Rostyslav Pevtsov (+33secs) of Azerbaijan.
After a strong swim, British team-mates Bishop (16th) and Philip Graves (46th) played a crucial role in helping Benson to the lead during the cycling phase.
During the 10km run he broke free from the chasing pack and although the Leeds-based triathlete was briefly caught by Aleksandr Latin of Estonia he soon re-established his lead.
"I couldn't have done it without Tom and Phil," said Benson. "It was a real team effort. It's a shame we couldn't all get medals - but getting the gold is brilliant."
London 2012 gold medallist Alistair Brownlee and world title-winning brother Jonny are expected to secure further Rio Olympic places for Team GB through performances at the qualification event in Brazil in August.
Benson will now hope to be included in World Series races and the Rio test event in order to enhance his prospects of a place in the squad for the Rio Olympics.
Triathlon, which consisted of a 1.5km swim, 40km cycle and 10km run in the European Games, is one of three sports included in Baku 2015 which have direct qualification possibilities for next year's Olympics in Brazil. | Gordon Benson claimed Great Britain's first European Games gold medal with victory in the men's triathlon in Baku, Azerbaijan. | 33126386 | [
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They started arriving at Poldhu Cove on the Lizard on Sunday, and National Trust volunteers have been clearing them away as they are said to pose a risk to wildlife.
The bottles are sealed, but witnesses say some have leaked.
The National Trust said it believed a container had gone overboard from a ship, during the stormy weather.
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency said: "While it is fact that the MV Blue Ocean lost a container containing bottles of 'Vanish', there is no currently available evidence that the bottles washed up on the Cornish coast are from this container; all evidence is currently circumstantial."
It is thought the vessel lost the container near Land's End in May.
The BBC has contacted Vanish, but the company is yet to comment.
Other nearby coves including Gunwalloe, Polurrian, Church Cove and Marazion have also been affected, conservationists said.
Cornwall Wildlife Trust said it was "highly concerned" about the impact on "sensitive marine life".
Justin Whitehouse, from the National Trust, said: "The main worry is all that detergent going into our beautiful marine environment, but thankfully most are full.
"We think it's a container that has gone overboard from a container ship, during stormy seas."
Cornwall Council said the authority and partners, including the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and Natural England, would be monitoring beaches in the area.
It said: "The National Trust who own the beach at Poldhu have arranged for the bottles to be cleared away.
"In the meantime the public are advised to keep children and dogs at a safe distance from the bottles should any more be washed up.
"No attempt should be made to recover the bottles." | Thousands of bright pink plastic detergent bottles have washed up on beaches in Cornwall. | 35226958 | [
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El Mundo said it had original ledger entries handwritten by the former treasurer of the governing Popular Party (PP), Luis Barcenas.
It said it had delivered the documents to the High Court.
Mr Rajoy and other PP members have repeatedly denied that they received illegal payments.
Another Spanish paper, El Pais, published similar documents earlier this year.
It is claimed that Mr Barcenas ran a PP slush fund that took donations from construction magnates and distributed them to party leaders in cash.
Mr Barcenas is in custody facing trial for corruption and tax fraud. He denies the allegations.
However, in an interview published in El Mundo on Sunday, Mr Barcenas for the first time admitted that the handwriting in the ledger was his.
He added that the photocopies originally published by El Pais were a fraction of the documents he had in his possession.
El Mundo said the documents it had seen showed that Mr Rajoy received payments in 1997, 1998 and 1999 when he was a minister in the government of Jose Maria Aznar.
They included, it said, two payments to Mr Rajoy of 2.1m pesetas (12,600 euros; £11,000) in 1998.
The alleged payments are said to have been undeclared and untaxed.
Spanish opposition leader Alfredo Perez Rubalcaba in February called on Mariano Rajoy to resign over the allegations.
"The Luis Barcenas originals published by El Mundo today pulverise the alibi used until now by the PP to deny the authenticity of its ex-treasurer's papers," El Mundo said.
The PP responded with a statement saying: "The Popular Party reiterates that it does not know of the notes nor their content, and it does not in any way recognise them as the accounts of this political organisation."
This is another twist in possibly the most important corruption scandal to hit modern Spanish politics, says the BBC's Tom Burridge in Madrid.
The allegations have caused anger among Spaniards already suffering a deep and long recession and biting austerity cuts. | A Spanish newspaper has published what it alleges are documents showing Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy and other top politicians received illicit payments. | 23238531 | [
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Mae gan Gymru a rhannau eraill o'r DU rai o'r cyfraddau goresgyn canser gwaethaf yn y byd datblygedig.
Nawr mae cynllun peilot yng Nghwm Cynon a Chastell-nedd yn canolbwyntio ar gleifion mae eu meddygon teulu yn amau sydd â chanser ond ddim yn dangos unrhyw arwyddion neu symptomau brys.
Daw hyn flwyddyn ar ôl i feddygon ymweld â Denmarc er mwyn gweld y systemau diagnostig yno.
Fe welodd swyddogion Bwrdd Iechyd Cwm Taf bod y gwasanaeth iechyd yn Nenmarc wedi gwella cyfraddau goresgyn canser.
Y pryder yw bod claf yng Nghymru sydd ddim gyda symptomau clir yn disgwyl am gyfnod rhy hir am ddiagnosis, am nad ydyn nhw yn "ffitio'n hawdd" i unrhyw lwybr triniaeth benodol.
Mae'n golygu bod meddygon teulu yn cyfeirio'r claf yn ôl ac ymlaen er mwyn cael nifer o brofion, a hynny yn cymryd sawl wythnos.
Oherwydd hyn, yr ofn yw bod gormod o gleifion yn dechrau triniaeth pan mae eu canser wedi datblygu neu nad oes modd ei wella.
Bydd 40 o feddygon yng Nghwm Cynon sydd yn credu efallai bod rhywbeth o'i le yn gallu cyfeirio'r claf at ganolfan ddiagnostig yn Ysbyty Brenhinol Morgannwg, Llantrisant o fewn saith diwrnod.
Yr amcangyfrif yw y bydd rhyw chwe chlaf yr wythnos yn cael eu gweld ac yn cael profion gwahanol, a'r gobaith yw bod hyn yn digwydd ar yr un diwrnod.
Ar hyn o bryd dim ond 35% o gleifion sydd â symptomau sydd yn "peri pryder" sy'n cael diagnosis yn ardal Cwm Taf.
Mae meddygon felly eisiau cyrraedd y mwyafrif o'r cleifion sydd heb symptomau mor amlwg o'r clefyd yn gynt.
Bydd clinig tebyg yn cael ei sefydlu yn Ysbyty Castell-nedd Port Talbot fel rhan o gynllun prawf arall gan Fwrdd Iechyd Abertawe Bro Morgannwg.
Mae'r treialon wedi eu datblygu yn ystod y 12 mis ers i arbenigwyr o Gymru ddychwelyd o Aarhus.
Fe aeth Denmarc ati i sefydlu'r canolfannau diagnostig wedi pryderon bod y wlad ar ei hôl hi o ran cyfraddau goresgyn canser.
Yn ôl Dr Gareth Davies, Cyfarwyddwr Cyswllt Rhwydwaith Canser Cymru, bydd y cynllun yn tawelu meddwl claf ond hefyd yn cyflymu'r broses.
"Os yw'r meddyg teulu yn gweld claf a ddim yn siŵr beth sydd o'i le ond yn pryderu ac yn teimlo bod rhywbeth o'i le, bydd yn rhoi cyfle i'r meddyg teulu gyfeirio'r claf yn syth i'r clinig ac yn golygu bydd y claf yn cael ei weld yn gyflym a gobeithio yn cael diagnosis."
Mae Gareth Jordan, meddyg teulu yn Aberdâr, yn dweud y gallai'r cynllun peilot wneud gwahaniaeth mawr i fywydau'r cleifion.
"Mi fyddai gallu dweud, 'Dwi wedi gweld y gŵr yma, mae wedi colli llawer o bwysau... allai ddim ei anfon i ffwrdd i gael profion arbenigol neu pe bydden ni fyddai'r profion yn cael eu rhoi yn nhrefn tebygolrwydd'.
"Ond mae'r ffaith eu bod nhw'n cael eu gweld mewn un lle a phob un yn gweld cynnydd cyflym, y tebygrwydd ydy diagnosis cynnar os oes ganddyn nhw ganser yn fy marn i."
Os bydd cynllun peilot Cwm Cynon - fydd yn para chwe mis - yn llwyddiannus, bydd gweddill byrddau iechyd yr ardal yn cynnig yr un gwasanaeth yn y misoedd wedyn. | Mae arbenigwyr canser yn gobeithio y bydd cynllun newydd, fydd yn cael ei dreialu yn ne Cymru, yn lleihau'r amser mae'n cymryd i gael diagnosis o'r clefyd. | 39553812 | [
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The project was launched in Grenada by the prince, who is on a 15-day tour of the Caribbean.
Nine places are available on the six-week Royal Household Hospitality Scholarship initiative.
Training could include shadowing a service team at official events.
Successful applicants to the programme will be attached to the Master of the Household's department, which looks after all planning and entertaining given by the Queen, both official and private, in the UK and overseas.
It also provides support to the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince of Wales and other royal family members.
The training could range from learning complex chocolate and sugar craft or performing duties for the Queen's guests at Windsor Castle during Royal Ascot week.
Candidates to the scholarship programme can apply from the nine Caribbean countries where the Queen is head of state which include Jamaica, Grenada and St Lucia.
Successful candidates will be provided with staff accommodation in the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace, as well as meals and travel. Flights will be provided by their home realm.
Meanwhile, Prince Harry praised a drawing of himself created by a teenager during a visit to an exhibition of environmental and social projects on Grenada's Grand Anse beach in the capital St George's.
The prince chatted to the artist Richie Modeste, 18, who was being supported by a organisation which helps disadvantaged young people, and told him the artwork was "amazing".
The prince asked the teenager: "How long have you been drawing for?" and when the young artist replied "for about six years now" he praised his efforts, saying: "You have a serious talent."
Later, Prince Harry took a 10-minute ride in a glass-bottomed boat to see gardeners tending an underwater nursery that environmentalists hope help will produce coral to be transplanted to damaged reefs.
The prince presented a handwritten postcard message of support for the project which said: "Globally 75% of coral reefs are under threat from over-fishing, habitat destruction, pollution and acidification of the sea due to climate change.
"It is fantastic to see Grenada doing their bit for their surrounding ocean and coral reefs. We must protect the things that give us so much." | Budding hospitality workers from the Caribbean will have the chance to train at Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle under a scholarship programme announced by Prince Harry. | 38139638 | [
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The man, who has not yet been identified, was last seen alive at 20:45 BST on Tuesday 9 June in St Stephen's subway.
Two people saw the man, 29, in the early hours of Wednesday before he was found dead at 07:00 BST, police said.
A post-mortem examination revealed he died from injuries to the spleen and the death was declared "suspicious".
Det Insp Marie James said: "We are still trying to create a timeline of the man's final movements and the circumstances which led to his death.
"We would particularly like to hear from two people who saw the man in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
"Other witnesses have suggested a male teenager, possibly a college student, passed him in the subway at around 05:00 BST and later returned to buy flowers from the flower stall by the subway to leave inside.
"The second person we wish to trace is a man who gave assistance at the scene when his body was discovered.
"This man is described as being smartly dressed, wearing a jacket and glasses.
"I would also appeal again for people to contact me if they know details about any of his friends or family as we have still been unable to trace next of kin despite numerous inquiries." | Police investigating the death of a homeless man in a Norwich subway want to speak to two potential witnesses. | 33186428 | [
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Wilson was airlifted to hospital from the Pocono Raceway in Pennsylvania after Sage Karam's car spun and crashed in front of him on lap 179 of 200.
Debris from Karam's car hit ex-Formula 1 driver Wilson, 37, and the Andretti Autosport driver crashed into a wall.
IndyCar officials said his death was a "monumentally sad day".
Mark Miles, chief executive of IndyCar parent company Hulman & Co, said: "Justin's elite ability to drive a race car was matched by his unwavering kindness, character and humility - which is what made him one of the most respected members of the paddock.
"As we know, the racing industry is one big family, and our efforts moving forward will be focused on rallying around Justin's family to ensure they get the support they need during this unbelievably difficult time."
A seven-time IndyCar race winner, Wilson, from Sheffield, is survived by his wife, Julia, and two daughters.
In a statement his family said he was a "loving father and devoted husband, as well as a highly competitive racing driver who was respected by his peers".
His brother Stefan, also a racing driver, paid tribute on social media, saying: "Can't even begin to describe the loss I feel right now. He was my brother, my best friend, my role model and mentor. He was a champion.
"He lived for this sport, he loved it. The only comfort I feel is that he lived a life he loved."
An Andretti Autosport team statement said: "He was a tremendous racer, a valuable member of the team and respected representative to our sport. While Justin was only part of the Andretti line-up for a short time, it only took a second for him to forever become part of the Andretti family.
"His life and racing career is a story of class and passion surpassed by none."
Wilson was making his 174th IndyCar start in Sunday's race, but his major motorsport breakthrough came in F1.
He won the Formula 3000 series in 2001, and two years later raised £1.2m to finance his F1 entry after setting up a company in his own name.
Standing at 6ft 4in, Wilson was unusually tall for F1 - drivers over six feet are a rarity - and he scored his only point from 16 races with Minardi and Jaguar during 2003 at the United States Grand Prix.
He moved to the United States in 2004 and enjoyed greater success in Champ Car, finishing as series runner-up in 2006 and 2007 before switching to IndyCar racing in 2008, after Champ Car merged with the Indy Racing League.
He finished second in the previous IndyCar race in Mid-Ohio on 2 August, his first podium finish since 2013, while his final victory came at the Firestone 550 at Texas Motor Speedway in June 2012.
His appearance at the triangle-shaped Pocono Raceway was only his sixth of this season as he struggled to find a full-time seat.
In the past 20 years there have been seven deaths during race meetings in IndyCar, including in the series' previous incarnations as Champ Car and Indy Racing League.
In that time one F1 driver has been killed - Wilson's death comes 38 days after Frenchman Jules Bianchi succumbed to the devastating injuries he sustained at last year's Japanese Grand Prix.
Four years ago British driver and two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Dan Wheldon lost his life aged 33 at the Las Vegas Indy 300.
Wheldon was killed when his head hit a post in the fence at Las Vegas Motor Speedway after a crash involving 15 vehicles.
His death triggered calls for further safety reviews, including suggestions that open-wheel racing be banned on high-speed, oval tracks, where tightly-packed cars reach speeds of 230mph.
IndyCar officials have introduced several safety measures into the sport. This includes safer walls, collapsible barriers designed to cushion impact and the installation of trauma centres at race tracks.
McLaren driver Jenson Button is one of many Formula 1 figures to have paid tribute to Wilson. "I raced with Justin as far back as 1989 in karting and remember his smile was infectious," he tweeted.
"The motorsport world comes to a standstill once again. Justin Wilson was a great person and racing driver. My thoughts are with his family."
World champion Lewis Hamilton wrote on Instagram: "I am so devastated to hear of another passing of a great man and driver. I'd met Justin Wilson a few times growing up and he was the ultimate gentleman. Whilst I only knew him a little, I will miss him. We will miss him."
Speaking on BBC Radio 5 live, former Minardi owner Paul Stoddart, who gave Wilson his first start in F1,said: "Motorsport has lost not just a fantastic driver but one of the true gentleman of the sport.
"Justin wasn't just a very fast and capable driver but a true gentleman and one of the nicest guys you could ever hope to meet in the paddock."
Scotland's four-time IndyCar champion Dario Franchitti said: "Rest in peace Justin, it was a real privilege to know you and call you a friend."
Nine-time F1 winner Mark Webber, who competed alongside Wilson at Minardi in 2003, tweeted: "Last night a very good man left us. So sorry. RIP Justin. My thoughts are with your loved ones."
Sage Karam, who was leading the race at the time of the crash, has been released from hospital after treatment for heel and wrist injuries.
"I can't find the proper words to describe the pain and sympathy I feel for Justin and his family," he said on social media. | British driver Justin Wilson has died after being struck by flying debris and suffering a serious head injury in Sunday's Pocono IndyCar 500 race. | 34037413 | [
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Before Saturday's fight between Anthony Joshua and Wladimir Klitschko, find out which boxing great you are by taking our quick personality test.
Will your choices see you matched to Lennox Lewis, do your picks make you a modern day Rocky Marciano, or perhaps you'll come out as the greatest of all time - Muhammad Ali.
The current top dogs are in there too - are you Joshua or Klitschko in disguise?
Obviously it's just a bit of fun. Let us know if you agree with who you got matched with by using #MyBoxingAlterEgo
This content will not work on your device, please check Javascript and cookies are enabled or update your browser | Are you all-out aggression, do you outsmart your opponents, or do you win through sheer willpower? | 39558177 | [
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The mural, called Slave Labour, disappeared from a wall in Wood Green, north London, in February and appeared in a Miami sale.
But it was removed from the lot after protests by Haringey Council.
It is now up for auction in June in Covent Garden by the Sincura Group. A local councillor and the local Trades Union Congress have attacked the sale.
The mural, which depicts a boy hunched over a sewing machine making Union Jack bunting, appeared on the side of a Poundland store last May, just before the Diamond Jubilee celebrations.
A spokesman for the auctioneers Sincura said the mural "has been sensitively restored under a cloak of secrecy", and will go on show alongside pieces by Damien Hirst, Andy Warhol, Mario Testino and Russell Young.
But Wood Green councillor Alan Strickland said: "This is a piece of art given to the community for public enjoyment, and people will find it galling that you can only view this work at an expensive champagne reception, when it belongs with the people of north London, not a private owner.
"We saw the level of public anger last time, as the story went around the world, and I expect the same this time."
And Keith Flett, secretary of the Haringey Trades Union Congress, said: "The Slave Labour Banksy belongs to the people of Haringey not to a wealthy private client."
When the mural was up for auction in Miami, it was expected to fetch up to £450,000.
There was suspicion it had been stolen when it disappeared but the Metropolitan Police said there were "no reports of any theft".
Slave Labour will go on sale at the London Film Museum on 2 June. | A Banksy artwork which had been withdrawn from an auction in the US has been put up for sale again. | 22492378 | [
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Ms Pinkney, who currently works for Sussex Police, will be the first woman to hold the top position in the Hampshire and Isle of Wight force.
Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Hayes said Ms Pinkney, who takes over from Andy Marsh, was "an incredibly strong candidate".
She will take up her new role on 4 April.
Her appointment was unanimously recommended by the Hampshire Police and Crime Panel following a recruitment process involving 18 partner organisations.
Ms Pinkney said: "I'm absolutely delighted to hear the panel's decision and I look forward to leading the professionals within Hampshire Constabulary and serving the communities across the county and the Isle of Wight."
Mr Hayes said Ms Pinkney, who received the Queen's Police Medal in the 2016 New Year's Honours List, will bring "a wealth of operational experience and strategic leadership" to the role.
Hampshire Constabulary is currently run by acting chief constable Graham McNulty. | Deputy Chief Constable Olivia Pinkney has been confirmed as Hampshire Constabulary's new chief constable. | 35786798 | [
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It will be the robot's first foray into healthcare after previous deployments in shopping centres, banks and train stations.
One hospital plans to deploy more robots over the next 10 years.
Some experts have questioned the usefulness of social robots such as Pepper.
Softbank, the company behind Pepper, and partner French robotics firm Aldebaran have seen huge success with the creation, with each batch of 1,000 selling out fast in Japan.
The hospital-based robots will be significantly more expensive than the $1,850 basic model with a $34,000 (£24,000) price tag.
This will include specially designed software from Belgian firm Zora Bots, as well as access to the helpdesk should issues arise when Pepper is on duty.
The 1.2m (4ft) tall robot can recognise the human voice in 20 languages and can detect whether it is talking to a man, woman or child.
In the CHR Citadelle hospital in Liege, Pepper will remain in the reception area but, at the AZ Damiaan hospital in Ostend, it will accompany visitors to the correct department.
The Liege hospital wants to become one of the world's most futuristic over the next 10 years.
"It's about architecture, future rooms and robots, the ones we already have and the ones we're going to get," said CHR Citadelle's communication director Nathalie Evrard.
Both hospitals already use the smaller Nao robots, also made by Softbank, in both their paediatric and geriatric wards.
The little robots assist in exercise sessions and help children overcome their fears of surgery, sometimes going to the theatre with them.
Some remain sceptical about how useful Pepper can be in both homes and commercial settings, with robotics expert Prof Noel Sharkey previously telling the BBC: "It is good at conveying human-like gestures but the way it detects human emotions might be over-hyped." | Pepper, the humanoid robot programmed to "understand" human emotions, is to take a new job - as a receptionist in two Belgian hospitals. | 36528253 | [
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City thought a £40m deal had been agreed for the Argentine striker after he told the Premier League outfit he wanted to return to South America.
But Corinthians said there was not enough time to sign the the 27-year-old before the Brazilian transfer window closes at 0400 BST on Thursday.
Corinthians still want Tevez and hinted an agreement can be reached in January.
It had appeared that the former West Ham forward had got his wish for a transfer but then in a statement, Corinthians said: "The board of Sporting Club Corinthians hereby officially announce the impossibility of hiring the Argentine striker Carlos Tevez.
"While acknowledging the efforts of Manchester City and all involved in the negotiation, more time is needed for the transfer to be achieved, given that the window to sign players from abroad closes on Wednesday, 20 July [Brazilian time].
"We are aware of the dream our fans had of having this player at Corinthians again and we look forward to him being with us in the near future."
That would indicate that Corinthians may look to revive the deal in the January transfer window, although that would not be the preferred option of Tevez or his current club.
Tevez, who had a spell at Corinthians from 2005 to 2006, originally asked City for a transfer in December and has since reiterated that desire to leave so he can be closer to his family in Argentina.
However, there are few clubs who can match the asking price of about £40m.
Corinthians' move for Tevez - which emerged on Monday - was believed to be funded by a new television deal for Brazilian clubs.
But the Sao Paulo side's response to City's demand for a proper payment schedule on Tuesday was perhaps a sign the transfer would not have gone smoothly.
The breakdown of Tevez's transfer to Corinthians also leaves City manager Roberto Mancini's proposed move for Atletico Madrid striker Sergio Aguero in doubt.
Tevez, who is contracted to City until 2014, has been a key player for the club since arriving from neighbours Manchester United in 2009.
He helped Mancini's side to FA Cup success and Champions League qualification in the 2010/2011 campaign. He has scored 43 Premier League goals in his two seasons at City - the highest total of any player in the top division. | Carlos Tevez's move from Manchester City to Corinthians has fallen through because the Brazilian club pulled out. | 14213165 | [
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Striker Aluko, 30, quit the team in May 2016 after making the claims.
The Chelsea player said she also felt "undermined and belittled" by England staff and claims their negative bias contributed to her not being picked.
But the FA said an independent report found no evidence of wrongdoing by Sampson or his staff.
Aluko and the FA agreed a settlement earlier this year, with one national newspaper claiming it included a £40,000 confidentiality agreement. BBC Sport understands the figure was higher.
The FA said Aluko was not "precluded from speaking about the facts of that complaint" and that it agreed "a mutual resolution" to avoid disrupting the England squad's preparations for Euro 2017, which finished on Sunday.
England were knocked out of the competition in the semi-finals by eventual winners the Netherlands.
The case sheds light on the confusion surrounding Aluko's England career, which has stalled over the past year despite her being the Women's Super League One top scorer in 2016.
Aluko, part of the England team that won the bronze medal at the 2015 World Cup, has 102 caps and has scored 33 international goals, but last played for her country in April 2016. She remains a centrally contracted player.
A qualified lawyer, Aluko became the first female pundit to appear on Match of the Day and worked for Channel 4 in the same role during Euro 2017.
Allegations made by her include accusations of staff calling her "lazy", Sampson belittling her in front of the squad and what she says are "false claims" by Sampson of "bad behaviour".
In the complaint, Aluko said: "It is inevitable that such damaging behaviour and bias from the ultimate leader of the group in the presence of my England team-mates will and has influenced other staff and team-mates to be empowered to also attempt to undermine and belittle.
"I submit that this is the basis of a culture of bullying and harassment."
She added: "Although I am well adjusted to the final decision of a manager, I submit that Mark Sampson's negative personal behaviour towards me has led to inconsistency, disparity of treatment and confusion regarding the criteria for team advancement."
The FA commissioned an independent investigation conducted by a barrister, Katharine Newton, which started in December and concluded in March this year.
Newton also wrote to Aluko to "ensure complete transparency and objectivity of the findings", the FA said.
Sampson was appointed England manager in December 2013, replacing Hope Powell who had been in charge for 15 years. | England boss Mark Sampson was cleared of wrongdoing after Eniola Aluko made a complaint to the Football Association about "bullying and harassment". | 40850231 | [
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Many have headed for Praia do Norte in Nazare, Portugal, where Hawaiian surfer Garrett McNamara set a world record for the largest wave surfed in 2011.
The storm created huge swells in the sea off Scotland leading to warnings from the Coastguard and RNLI.
The swell off Nazare has been recorded at a maximum of height of 40ft (12m).
But South Devon-based website Magicseaweed.com, which provides surfers with swell charts and surf forecasts, said the swell grew in size as it neared the beach.
Three years ago, Mr McNamara caught a 78ft (23m) wave to beat the previous 2008 record by more than a foot.
The Atlantic storm hit Scotland late on Tuesday and during Wednesday. The Western Isles, Orkney and Shetland and parts of the north and west mainland coast were the worst affected.
Wave heights measured west of South Uist by the University of the Highlands and Islands peaked at about 49ft (15m) on Wednesday.
The storm started in the Arctic where it had rapidly developed in strength in a process known as explosive cyclogenesis, or what some scientists and forecasters refer to as a "weather bomb".
Pressure at the centre of the storm dropped quickly in the space of 24 hours as it passed by the south of Greenland on a strong jet stream running in excess of 230mph.
As well as Nazare, surfers have been in Bilbao, northern Spain, for a Punta Galea Big Wave World Tour surfing event. It has also benefitted from swells created by the storm. | Some of the world's top surfers have been riding massive waves generated by the Atlantic storm that hit Scotland. | 30436059 | [
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Although 14 candidates are contesting the election, these two men are the frontrunners with most eyes on them.
The elections in Africa's biggest oil producer come at a politically sensitive time, with the rise of Islamist group Boko Haram in the north-east meaning security is at the centre of the campaigns for votes.
Nigerians discuss their experience of the election campaign with the BBC and say whom they plan to support.
I am voting APC this time, though I voted People's Democractic Party (PDP) in the last presidential election. This is because PDP has been in power for over 15 years and we haven't really progressed.
Our leaders need to understand Nigerians decide who leads them. I have no sympathy for any political party. I simply want the best for my country. We have tried PDP and they have failed.
Now is time for change.
Nigeria has abundant resources (human and natural) to be amongst the world's greatest nations. We need a compassionate, visionary, strong-willed leader to lead us to our rightful place.
Kill corruption and Nigeria will not only live but prosper. Buhari is certainly not the "Messiah" but he surely can be the forerunner. He can help lay the right foundations for a new corrupt-free Nigeria.
I'm supporting President Goodluck Ebel Jonathan because he is a true democrat.
He is building institutions in Nigeria and giving them the free hand to tell between good and evil.
He is a true Nigerian - patriotic and loyal.
No past leader compares to GEJ in democracy, performance and transformation.
I am not voting because of the candidates. They don't meet my standards. Corruption is the biggest problem in the country.
Goodluck Jonathan is weak because there is a lot of corruption in the land and he hasn't confronted it. Muhammadu Buhari could not deal with it in my opinion - he doesn't have enough brains.
I would prefer a balance of 50% ability to fight corruption and 50% ability to handle the economy. The other guys aren't popular, the more well-known candidates over-shadow them.
People are eager and are waiting to see what happens.
This election is divided. Now people don't see themselves as Nigerian but rather by their ethnic group. | Nigeria's presidential elections, taking place this Saturday, will see a showdown between incumbent President Goodluck Jonathan and former military ruler Muhammadu Buhari, of the opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) party. | 32079597 | [
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One of Tata's two galvanised steel lines could be closed from the end of October or November, according to Keith Jordan from the Community union.
The company said the line could be restarted in better market conditions.
Last month, Tata announced it was mothballing part of its plant in Newport for the third time in six years with the loss of hundreds of jobs.
Mr Jordan said it was hoped many of the Shotton workers will be moved to the second line, which produces 350,000 tonnes of steel per year or 7,000 tonnes per week.
The Shotton site is part of Tata Steel Colors which produces metallic and paint coated products for the construction industry and domestic appliances.
A company spokesman said: "We continue to be in discussions with employees, their representatives and the employers of contractors and agency staff about possible implications for employment levels.
"Every effort will be made to redeploy any affected employees within the business." | A production line at Deeside's Shotton steelworks is being mothballed which could affect 40 jobs, a union has said. | 34380341 | [
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The development could be the starting point for breeding a strain of ash to replace thousands expected to succumb to ash die-back in the next few years.
Ash die-back is now established and spreading within Britain
Researchers are hoping that genetics might yield the knowledge to fight back.
A joint project by the John Innes Centre, the Genome Analysis Centre and the Sainsbury Laboratory - all based in Norwich - has reached this milestone just two months after receiving the samples.
Dr Mario Caccamo of the Genome Analysis Centre said: "Speed is important to the research so that all those studying the epidemic can start to look for clues to tackle it."
And they do mean everyone.
All the data is being put on a crowd sourcing website OpenAshDieBack to enable experts from around the world to help identify genes that might be connected to the trees' ability to withstand the fungus.
These genes could then be part of a breeding programme for resistant trees.
The samples for the latest research came from so-called "tree 35", a strain of ash from Denmark originally bred nearly 100 years ago, which has shown an ability to tolerate the fungal disease, when virtually all its Danish relatives were wiped out.
But just planting this variety in the UK would leave us with a narrow genetic base vulnerable to future diseases and not ideally suited to British growing conditions.
Prof Allan Downie of the John Innes Centre believes this genetic understanding of both the lethal fungal infection and the surviving strain could help fill the impending gap in the canopy.
"We're trying to give nature a bit of a helping hand by identifying the right kind of (native) trees to do the appropriate crosses," he said.
"It would be wonderful to be part of the solution but the problem is enormous and the breeding is going to take a long time."
In March, a related team sequenced the genome of the fungus that causes die-back.
The firm grip of this disease is evident in many of East Anglia's woodlands.
While filming with Countryfile in Suffolk, Paul Beales from Fera, the government's Food and Environment Research Agency, set up a search for the Chalara fraxinea fungus itself.
The symptoms of the disease were plain to see in scars on the trunk and skeletal canopies, but the source of the infection - the sporulating fungus - had not been found in Britain.
After half an hour on hands and knees in the leaf litter and some identification first by magnifying glass and then by genetic analyser, that all changed.
Paul Beales said: "We've just got the sporing stage of this particular fungus picked up from the ground which has never been found in the UK before. "This is a first. It's here to stay."
If that is true, breeding a tree which can survive alongside it is more crucial than ever.
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