Ed Miliband is so unimpressive that mums would rather hear about politics from Phillip Schofield, a new poll shows today. More women with children would like the This Morning star and his co-host Holly Willoughby to give their opinions on the big issues ahead of the general election than are willing to give the Labour leader or Nick Clegg the thumbs up. With eight in 10 mums planning to vote on May 7, David Cameron and Nigel Farage are neck-and-neck, with 15 per cent saying they have been impressed with both the Tory Prime Minister and the Ukip leader. Scroll down for video . Some 11 per cent of mums want to hear more on politics from Phillip Schofield (left), but just 7 per cent are impressed with Labour leader Ed Miliband . Asked which leaders impressed them last year, 15 per cent named David Cameron and Nigel Farage . One in 10 people would like to hear about politics from stars like Phillip Schofield, Alan Sugar and Jane Street Porter . Thousands of women with children have been polled by supermarket Asda as part of its MumDex series of surveys. It reveals that 55 per cent of them are not impressed with any of the current party leaders. SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon was ranked third on 10 per cent, behind Mr Cameron and Mr Farage. Just 7 per cent were impressed by Mr Miliband, followed by 5 per cent who said the same of Green leader Natalie Bennett. A dire 4 per cent thought Mr Clegg was impressive. Some 55 per cent said 'non of the above'. By contrast 11 per cent said they wanted to hear more from Schofield about politics, and 7 per cent named Willoughby. Schofield was especially popular among mums in Wales, where 19 per cent wanted to hear his views on politics, and among the under-30s, where the figure was 21 per cent. More than a fifth (22 per cent) of mums under the age of 30 would like to hear from Holly Willoughby, who is currently on maternity leave from the popular daytime show. The survey suggests that mums are more interested in the political views of This Morning hosts Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby . Some 15 per cent of mums were impressed by David Cameron and Nigel Farage, followed by 10 per cent who said SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon. Only 4 per cent were impressed by Lib Dem Nick Clegg . Some 10 per cent were interested in Apprentice star Lord Sugar's political opinions, another 10 per cent said Janet Street Porter. Russell Brand interests 9 per cent, while 8 per cent named Jamie Oliver, Karren Brady and Lorraine Kelly. With just weeks until the election, the survey will make grim reading for all the parties. Some 71 per cent of mums say that they would be more likely to vote for someone if politicians answered questions directly and honestly. After the recent row over MPs' second jobs, 57 per cent said they would be more likely to support someone who had 'normal

Summary: MumDex poll reveals what mums think about politics ahead of election . Only 7% were impressed by Labour leader Ed Miliband in the last year . But 11% would like to hear more on politics from Phillip Schofield . Lord Sugar, Janet Street Porter and Jamie Oliver also scored higher . 80% of mums say they are planning to vote on May 7, Asda survey shows . But two-thirds have not made up their mind about who to support .


Shia LaBeouf made an appearance in a Manhattan criminal court early this morning. The Nymphomaniac actor wore a sharp suit as the judge held a progress hearing following his arrest last June on disorderly conduct charges for an incident in which he yelled at and slapped actors during a Broadway performance of Cabaret starring Michelle Williams and Alan Cumming. LaBeouf pleaded guilty to two counts of disorderly conduct, one count of trespass, one count of criminal trespass and harassment in the second degree last September, and was ordered to undergo continued alcohol treatment. The judge today announced she would drop the charges however in another six months if the actor was found to have complied with the program and stayed out of trouble. Scroll down for video . Shia LaBeouf appeared in Manhattan criminal court today for a progress report following disorderly conduct charges he pled guilty to in September . LaBeouf, 28, was arrested after screaming at performers and slapping Alan Cumming on the butt during a June performance of Cabaret on Broadway . LaBeouf showed up for court in a well-tailored grey suit and tie, though he kept his rat tail and eyebrow ring . The progress report comes after LaBeouf (above with lawyer) pleaded guilty in September. A judge said that if he sought treatment for alcohol and stayed out of trouble the charges would be dropped . LaBeouf, who showed up in a well-tailored grey suit and tie while still keeping his rat tail and eyebrow ring, said little to the judge, and the proceedings were over in less than an hour. During the Cabaret melee, LaBeouf screamed profanities at performers and then slapped Cumming on the behind as he performed at the emcee. As he was escorted from the theater he began screaming; F*** you! This is f***ing bull****!' He then added; 'Do you know my life? Do you know who the f*** I am? Do you know who I am?' He is also reported to have spat on one of the police officers. Judge Ann Scherzer announced today a plan to drop the charges againt the star in six months . LaBeouf's next court appearance has been scheduled for September . LeBeouf has kept a relatively low profile since the incident and Judge Ann Scherzer said she is prepared to drop the charges when he returns to court in six months. This came as Assistant District Attorney Alyssa Russell confirmed LaBeouf has not been in trouble with the law since September. His constant companion and girlfriend, actress Mia Goth, was not with him for his court appearance today. Recent rumors suggest the two may have become engaged. The downcast star changed into warmer clothes as he walked around the snowy city later that same day . Meanwhile, the star was later spotted walking around the chilly city as snow fell around him. LaBeouf had changed out of his sharp suit into warmer garb, layering up with a thick grey fleece over a blue hoodie and black T-shirt plus black skinny leg trousers and heavy brown boots.

Summary: Shia LaBeouf appeared in Manhattan criminal court today for a progress report following disorderly conduct charges he pled guilty to in September . LaBeouf, 28, was arrested after screaming at performers and slapping Alan Cumming on the butt during a June performance of Cabaret on Broadway . After pleading guilty, a judge said that if he sought treatment for alcohol and stayed out of trouble the charges would be dropped . Judge Ann Scherzer announced a plan to drop the charges in six months today, with LaBeouf next scheduled to appear in September . LaBeouf showed up for court in a well-tailored grey suit and tie, though he kept his rat tail and eyebrow ring .


Britain’s top prosecutor was yesterday forced to deny conducting a ‘witch-hunt’ against journalists after tens of millions of pounds were spent investigating them. MPs accused Director of Public Prosecutions Alison Saunders of needlessly ruining lives by pursuing reporters over allegations then allowing them to languish on bail without being charged. Police and prosecutors have been criticised for arresting journalists on suspicion of a range of offences in the wake of phone-hacking allegations, rather than concentrating on terrorism, violent crime and serious fraud. MPs accused Director of Public Prosecutions Alison Saunders (pictured) of needlessly ruining lives by pursuing reporters over allegations then allowing them to languish on bail without being charged . An ongoing four-year investigation into alleged wrongdoing by reporters had cost £33.5million up to the end of September 2014. Since 2011, 64 journalists have been arrested but only ten convicted, four of them being jailed. One has accepted a caution and seven have been acquitted. No further action was taken against 25 of the other journalists investigated. Mrs Saunders was challenged as she gave evidence to the Commons Home Affairs select committee on police bail, following concerns suspects are being left in limbo. Conservative MP Michael Ellis said: ‘Are you conducting – you, the Crown Prosecution Service – a witch-hunt? An ongoing four-year investigation into alleged wrongdoing by reporters had cost £33.5million up to the end of September 2014 (file picture) ‘It is being suggested by more and more people that a witch-hunt is being conducted against journalists and celebrities. ‘Is it because of the groundswell of attention in this area that you are pursing these cases with insufficient evidence?’ Mrs Saunders said: ‘We are not conducting a witch-hunt against anyone, be it journalists or celebrities. 'We do not make any distinction when we look at cases as to who it is we are looking at. What we look at is the evidence.’ She insisted decisions should not be ‘made in haste’.

Summary: MPs have accused Alison Saunders of ruining lives by pursuing reporters . Many have been arrested and languished on bail without being charged . Since 2011, 64 journalists have been arrested but only ten were convicted .


Manchester United will fail to qualify for the Champions League due to a difficult season run in, claim BT Sport's pundits. Owen Hargreaves, David James and Steve McManaman were on BT Sport ahead of Manchester City's match with West Brom and the trio all picked Chelsea as Premier League champions with Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool completing their top four. However Louis van Gaal's side, who visit Anfield on Sunday afternoon, have been on a respectable run of recent form whereas neighbours Manchester City have faltered in their past nine matches. Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal takes training on Friday ahead of facing Liverpool at Anfield . ‘Chelsea I think will finish top. They’ve strengthened their team better than anybody else and they’ll prove they’re the best, which they have been all season,' said Owen Hargreaves at the Etihad Stadium. Fellow pundit Steve Mcmanaman insisted Manchester City's three wins in their past nine games was only a blip and they'll finish at least second: . 'I think it will be a monumental slip of concentration and huge slip up from City, but I’m sure they’ll be fine,' McManaman told BT Sport. The BT Sport pundits on Saturday all predicted that Manchester United will fall short in the race for the top four . Here is the current form table but the BT Sport pundits think Manchester City will still finish second this season . However the BT pundits all declared that Manchester United will miss out on Champions League football again next season. Louis van Gaal's side face Champions League rivals Chelsea, Manchester City Arsenal and Liverpool before the season concludes. ‘Manchester United have the hardest run in of the lot. Before today (Saturday) I would have said that they would finish fourth but looking through all the fixtures, I really think it favours Liverpool,' added Hargreaves. 'As much as it pains me to say, I think they’re going to struggle to finish in the top four with those remaining fixtures.' The Liverpool players appear relaxed ahead of a crunch Champions League . Manchester United prevailed in the last fixture with Liverpool, winning 3-0 back in December at Old Trafford . Brendan Rodgers' Liverpool side host United on Sunday in what will surely be a pivotal clash in the race for the top four: . ‘ I completely agree with Owen. Manchester United’s fixtures are very difficult. Liverpool have a huge game tomorrow (Sunday). They’re at home, they have the advantage, they have the form,' said McManaman. 'If they win on Sunday I think it will cement them even more in the Champions League places. With their run in I think Liverpool will finish in the top four.' CHELSEA . Hull (away) - March 22 . Stoke (home) - April 4 . QPR (away) - April 12 . Man United (home) - April 18 . Arsenal (away) - April 26 . Leicester (away) - April 29 . Crystal Palace (home) - May 2 . Liverpool (home) - May 9 . West Brom (away) - May 16 . Sunderland (home) - May

Summary: Manchester United take on Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday . Both have been in decent recent form as they challenge for the top four . Manchester City have lost pace with league leaders Chelsea recently . However BT Sport pundits believe Manuel Pellegrini's side will respond . Owen Hargreaves, David James and Steve McManaman have chosen Chelsea, Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool as their top four finish .


A Pennsylvania man turned his mother's day care center into a heroin den once the kids left for the day, according to police. Ryan Varano told authorities he and another man, Christian Kehler, would use Jesus' Lil Helpers Daycare to sell and use heroin on nights and weekends, The Shamokin News Item reported. Police told the newspaper the men used children's tables, chairs and cabinets at the Shamokin day care center to package heroin and load syringes. Plans: Ryan Varano (left) told authorities he and Christian Kehler (center) would use the day care center owned by Varano's mother to sell and use heroin on nights and weekends. Another man, Frederick Russo (right) has also been charged . Scene: Varano's mother, Kelly L. Ebersole, runs Jesus' Lil Helpers Daycare, pictured, where her son allegedly sold and used heroin . Varano, Kehler and Frederick Russo were charged Saturday after someone at the daycare building called police to report an overdose, the Shamokin News Item reported. Citing court documents, the newspaper reported that police and emergency workers revived 37-year-old Kehler with CPR and naloxone. Varano, Kehler and Russo are reportedly facing criminal conspiracy, possession of an illegal substance, and possession with intent to deliver charges. Police told the Shamokin News Item that Russo was not there when Kehler overdosed. Online court records didn't include information on lawyers to comment on the charges. Police have said children's tables, chairs and cabinets at the Shamokin day care center were used to package heroin and load syringes . District Attorney Ann Targonski told the newspaper 'It's upsetting to realize that heroin is being dealt in the same places where we send our children to be safe while we work. 'This particular instance occurred during hours when the day care was not in operation. 'However, the idea that people are doing drugs and selling drugs in what we would consider a safe haven for children is concerning.' Varano's mother Kelly L. Ebersole has told the Shamokin News Item she is going to press charges against Varano and Kehler. '(Varano) had no right to be in here,' she told the newspaper. 'He had no right to bring anybody in there.'

Summary: Ryan Varano turned his mother's day care center into a heroin den once the kids left for the day, according to police . Varano told authorities he and another man, Christian Kehler, would use Jesus' Lil Helpers Daycare to sell and use heroin on nights and weekends . He, along with Kehler and Frederick Russo were charged Saturday after someone at the daycare building called police to report an overdose . Police and emergency workers revived Kehler with CPR and naloxone . Varano's mother has said she is going to press charges against Varano and Kehler .


Shocking photographs showing the bloody beheading of four alleged spies in Iraq have been released by Islamic State. The images, given the disturbing title 'Harvesting of Spies', were taken in the Iraqi province of Salahuddin and published on social media. According to the captions, the four men were accused of being spies for the Baghdad government and had been condemned to death by an Islamic court. Depraved: The images of the execution were taken in the Iraqi province of Salahuddin and published on social media . Unusually for an ISIS public execution, no residents appear to have been allowed to witness the killings, despite them being carried out in a public place . Kneeling in matching black jumpsuits, the four alleged spies are shown with their hands tied behind their backs. ISIS fighters, three with their faces covered with balaclavas and another wearing a baseball cap, are pictured posing behind their victims with sharp knives. An ISIS official, carrying a machine gun and with his index finger pointing to the sky, is shown coordinating the execution. Dressed in a long tunic and wearing a head scarf, the man appears to be a local ISIS governor or judge. The bearded official steps back and at his command, the four prisoners are beheaded on the tarmac road. Alleged spies: The four men were accused of being spies for the Baghdad government and had been condemned to death by an Islamic court . Kneeling in matching black jumpsuits, the four alleged spies are shown with their hands tied behind their backs . Unusually for a public ISIS execution, no residents seem to have been allowed to witness the killings, despite it being carried out in a public place. The final two photos - too graphic to publish - show the severed heads of the victims. Just last week, footage was released of nine men being executed by ISIS for allegedly being spies. Each man was forced to give interview before their murder in which they admit to spying on the terror group's location, movement and armament. All nine of them - blindfolded with hands bound behind their backs - are then escorted outside by masked terrorists who eventually instruct them to kneel and place handguns to their heads. Senseless: Last week, ISIS released footage of nine men being executed for allegedly spying on the terrorists . Forced confessions? Before their deaths, each man claims responsibility for spying on ISIS, although it is unknown whether they are speaking under duress . They pull the triggers without hesitation, sending their victims jerking forward until their limp bodies hit the dusty ground. The masked ISIS commander who introduces the senseless propaganda video says the men 'were sentenced to death for betraying the religion of Allah'. The graphic footage, filmed in an unknown location in the Middle East, ultimately shows the deceased captives resting perfectly still in a shallow pool of blood. It was the second video of an ISIS execution to surface last week following the brutal mass murder of eight 'informers'. The terror group justified the killings

Summary: WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT . Photographs of the execution of four alleged spies in Iraq released by ISIS . Men accused of spying for Baghdad government and condemned to death . The images, published on social media, show the men being decapitated . Follows release of videos of execution of 'spies' and 'informers' last week .


Lawyers for Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran have said it would be 'unthinkable' and 'shocking' if their clients were put to death by the Indonesian government, while a desperate last-minute plea to save the Australian duo was still to be heard. Australian lawyer Julian McMahon referred to what he expects from a modern democracy when he described any attempt to end the pair's life before the appeal is heard as 'unthinkable'. 'Now if it turns out that my clients are moved from here to a place of execution while they are in the process of having an appeal heard in a court then that would be a shocking thing,' Mr McMahon said outside Kerobokan prison in Bali, according to a report by the Daily Telegraph. 'It’s unthinkable that people who are having their right to life litigated in a court can at the same time be taken away for that court by powerful people, such as the executive and simply executed.' Scroll down for video . Final journey: The strain shows on the faces of Myuran Sukumaran (left) and Andrew Chan (right), pictured in Kerobokan prison this week in Kerobokan prison with Indonesia's human rights commissioner Natalius Pigai (centre) who can do nothing to save them from execution which now seems set for this weekend . In waiting: Seen from the waters off Nuskambangan in central Java this is the police station on the 30km long island which houses seven prisons, including Batu or 'stone' prison where special isolation cells have been prepared for the Australian Bali 9 duo ahead of the deaths by firing squad . It had earlier been confirmed by the Indonesian Attorney General that any pending legal appeals will not delay the execution of the Bali Nine duo and the eight other drug smugglers. The news came as Bali's chief prosecutor Momock Bambang Samiarso announced Australian death row inmates Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran will be moved to 'Death Island' where they will be executed this week. HM Prasetyo also confirmed that the preparations for the mass death by firing squad were '95 per cent' ready as Chan and Sukumaran's lawyers are planning to lodge an appeal within the next week. Grisly business: Dressed in civvies to play their roles as Myuran Sukumaran and Andrew Chan, two police officers from Indonesia's mobile brigade take part in a dress rehearsal for the men's removal to Nusakambangan island for their execution along with eight other drug traffickers . The two Australians have a 900km journey from Bali where they have lived for the last decade, west to the port town of Cilacap from where they will be transferred to the prison island and place of their execution, Nusakambangan . However, HM Prasetyo said following the clemency plea rejection there were no more 'no more legal avenues left', The Sydney Morning Herald reported. 'Regarding the transfer (of Chan and Sukumaran), it will be done as soon as possible,' he said. 'It's all related to technical issues. Maybe there are still some things that need to be prepared. As an Indonesian battleship

Summary: Lawyers beg for more time so appeal can be heard before executions . They claim it is 'shocking' if the duo are killed before appeal can be heard . 'Unthinkable' to have their lives taken away before final decision made . Bali prosecutor says pair will be moved to 'Death Island' for execution . Attorney General says legal appeals will not delay execution process . The Bali Nine duo have been ordered to Nusakambangan 'for first time' After weeks of delays the pair will leave Bali 'for sure' for their final journey .


It was for years a weekly ritual, marked by teenagers sitting in their bedrooms earnestly pressing the record and pause buttons to capture their favourite tunes while desperately trying to avoid including the presenter's commentary. But now the Sunday night tradition of recording the top 40 on a cassette when dozens of children promised their parents they were in fact doing homework, has come to an end after almost 50 years. The BBC has announced it is moving the top 40 show from its usual Sunday afternoon slot, made famous by presenters including Tony Blackburn and Alan Freeman, to a Friday evening to meet the demands of the global digital music industry. Alan Freeman launched BBC Radio 1's first official countdown show with Pick of the Pops in 1967 and since then the show became a cultural staple on Sunday evenings, known by many children who taped it on cassette - it will now be moved to Fridays as the music industry becomes more focused on digital downloads . The change comes after the music industry agreed a global release date for singles and albums, as digital downloads and streaming replace the traditional music store as a measure of popularity. As well as the change of slot, the show will be shorter, giving less time for all songs in the charts to be played. But station controller Ben Cooper has has denied the move means the chart was being 'downgraded', claiming it had to 'adapt or die.' UK singles currently come out on Sundays and albums a day later, but the The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) - which represents the worldwide record industry - announced last month they were introducing Friday as a global release day from summer. This makes use of digital downloads, which mean music can be downloaded anywhere in the world at the same time. The Sunday night chart has recently started including digital downloads in the top 40 rankings. Radio 1's Greg James, pictured with former presenter Fearne Cotton (left) and presenter Gemma Cairney (right), will present the new top 40 run-down, which will be an hour shorter than the current show on Fridays . Mr Cooper said: 'The days of having your fingers on record and pause with a cassette, taping your favourite songs from the chart, are long gone. Radio 1 now operates in an instant digital world.' A chart countdown has been part of Radio 1's Sunday evening programme since 1967, with Alan Freeman's Pick of the Pops. From 1987 the show was the first to announce the UK's number one each week - but this will now change to Fridays, with the official top 40 compiled on Friday morning. Station controller Ben Cooper said the move did not mean the chart was being 'downgraded' In the 1980s the show attracted more than 4million listeners, with teenagers proudly showing off their recording skills on Sony Walkmans the next day. In recent years the number of listeners has fallen to 1.2million. Mr Cooper said the new show would have to be 'a little

Summary: BBC's chart show is moving to Fridays for the first time in its history . Official countdown of UK's top singles began with Alan Freeman in 1967 . Show became a Sunday evening 'teatime tradition' as fans followed charts . Will switch to a Friday evening slot from July as industry becomes digital . Radio 1's Greg James will present the top 40 which will be an hour shorter . Move follows a change in record industry of the global new release day . Station controller Ben Cooper said the chart show had to 'adapt or die'


Veteran actor Roger Moore has blamed a French magazine for embroiling him in a racism row after it reported his comments that Idris Elba cannot play James Bond because he was not 'English-English' enough. Sir Roger made the comments in an interview with French magazine Paris Match, although the former Bond star claimed his words had been 'lost in translation'. The actor, who left Britain in 1978 and splits his time between Switzerland and Monaco said: 'An interview I gave to Paris Match implies I said something racist about Idris Elba. That is simply untrue.' Scroll down for video . Roger Moore, pictured, claimed that he was misquoted when it was reported Idris Elba could not play 007 . Sir Roger Moore took to Twitter this morning to clarify the comments he had made to Paris Match magazine . Idris Elba, pictured, is the bookies favourite to play James Bond once Daniel Craig finishes with the role . Following the revelations, Sir Roger has faced strong criticism on Twitter over the suggestions. Sir Roger made the 'English-English' comments, even though former Bonds Sean Connery, Timothy Dalton and Pierce Brosnan were Scottish, Welsh and Irish. The 87-year-old actor, who is an ambassador for Unicef, starred in seven Bond movies between 1973 and 1985. Sir Roger told Paris Match: 'A few years ago, I said that [black actor] Cuba Gooding Jnr would make an excellent Bond, but it was a joke!' replies Sir Roger, 87, who starred in seven Bond movies between 1973 and 1985. 'Although James may have been played by a Scot, a Welshman and an Irishman, I think he should be "English-English",' he continues. 'Nevertheless, it's an interesting idea, but unrealistic.' Reaction on social media has been overwhelmingly negative with Twitter users accusing Sir Roger of 'racism'. Many commentators highlighted the fact that Elba was born and raised in the East End of London. Twitter users expressed their anger and disbelief over Sir Roger's comments on Idris Elba . One person thought the ro . One user said Roger Moore 'is a bit racist' over his controversial comments, . Elba is seen as the leading contender to play Bond once Daniel Craig holsters his Walther PPK for the last time. Bookmaker Paddy Power has Elba as the 7/4 favourite to be granted his Licence to Kill. Leaked Sony emails suggested that Elba was being considered for the role, while current Bond Daniel Craig as also said the Hackney-born actor is the only possible choice to replace him. Sean Connery, pictured, who was replaced as Bond by Roger Moore, played 007 with a Scottish accent . Timothy Dalton, left, who played James Bond during the 1980s after Moore was born in Wales . While Pierce Brosnan, right, pictured with Desmond Llewelyn, left, was born in the Irish Republic .

Summary: Twitter condemns Roger Moore over his 'racist' comments on Idris Elba . Elba is the strong favourite to replace Daniel Craig as James Bond . Daniel Craig has said that Elba is the only actor available to play 007 . Sir Roger took to Twitter to deny that he had said 'something racist'


Nick Clegg last night issued a damning critique of the use of ancient laws to prosecute journalists pursuing public interest stories . Nick Clegg last night issued a damning critique of the use of ancient laws to prosecute journalists pursuing public interest stories. The Lib Dem leader said prosecutors were ‘relying on 13th century laws’ to put reporters on trial and condemned the lack of a defence for those ‘uncovering information in the interests of the public’. He is the most senior political figure to raise concerns about the multi-million pound police investigation into tabloid newspaper payments for information, which critics condemn as a ‘witch hunt’. Operation Elveden, which began in 2011 and has cost taxpayers more than £15million, has seen dawn raids, large numbers of arrests and lengthy bail periods for suspects. But of the 20 journalists whose cases have come before the courts only two have been convicted, and last week one of those, a Sun journalist, was invited to lodge an appeal against his conviction. The rejection of cases by a succession of juries has led to MPs calling for the police and the CPS to look again at the remaining cases. Prosecutors have pursued the newspaper journalists and public sector workers using the ancient common law offence of misconduct in public office. But accused reporters have argued they are pursuing stories which were in the public interest. Speaking at his party’s campaign launch in Abingdon, Oxford, Mr Clegg told the Daily Mail the public interest defence was ‘just far too opaque in too many of our laws. He also called for a ‘proper review and proper reform’ of the misconduct law. He said: ‘I have long been concerned that the laws of the land are not clear enough on the public interest defence for journalists and other people who are covering information in the interests of the public.’ He added: ‘It’s just far too opaque, in too many of our laws, exactly what is the strength and nature of a public interest defence. ‘I would like to see that clarified in law, my party has always advocated that. He added: ‘The fact that prosecutors are relying on 13th century laws, that we don’t have an up-to-date definition of what a public interest defence is, shows the need for a proper review and a proper reform of the law in this area.’ Ten days ago, four Sun journalists were cleared at the Old Bailey of making illegal payments for stories. A former soldier and his wife were also cleared of the misconduct charge after they were accused of leaking the information. Free: Four Sun journalists were cleared at the Old Bailey of making illegal payments for stories . On Friday, the first journalist to be convicted of paying a public official as part of the Elveden probe had her conviction quashed. The former News of the World reporter, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was handed a six-month suspended sentence after being found guilty of paying a prison officer for information at the Old Bailey last November. In

Summary: Nick Clegg said prosecutors were using '13th century laws' to try reporters . He is most senior figure to raise concerns over 'witch hunt' of journalists . Of the 20 journalists hauled before court, only two have been convicted . Operation Elveden began in 2011 and has cost taxpayers over £15million .


Those who have skied will have experienced the nerve-racking moment a ski lift temporarily stops mid-journey to dangle in the wind above jutting rocks below. But imagine if your lift hadn't stopped because someone was having momentary trouble disembarking at the other end. Imagine if it stopped because a tree had fallen on its cable. Well for a group of skiers enjoying the slopes on a windy day in Val Gardena, Italy that terrifying image came true. Videoed in the cabin suspended some distance above the ground below, the skiers huddle around as they wait to be rescued. A man, who appears to be attached to the top of the cabin via a harness, prises open the door from the outside before climbing inside himself. The video maker captures himself in the frame along with the other skiers waiting to be rescued from the ski lift . Attaching a woman to another harness, the rescuer sends her out of the door and watches over her, feeding the rope through his hands, as she abseils down to safety. A pair of rescuers at the bottom wait with hands outstretched for the woman as she descends. According to one of the people in the cabin, the group were required to wait an hour and a half before they were rescued. After making his way inside the cabin, the rescuer attaches a woman to a harness and begins lowering her safely to the ground . A Helicopter, an ambulance and firefighters were all apparently called to the scene to help with the evacuation. Val Gardena is a valley in the Dolomites of South Tyrol, northern Italy. It is best known for its skiing, woodcarving and rock climbing and was the site of the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in 1970. Rescuers wait below for the woman as she begins abseiling towards the ground in Val Gardena, Italy .

Summary: The video shows a rescuer attached to the cabin prising open the doors . Before attaching a woman to a harness and lowering her to safety . The skiers were stuck for an hour and a half before they were rescued . A helicopter, an ambulance and firefighters were all required to help . The incident occurred on a windy day at Val Gardena in northern Italy .


Ever thought about switching your tampons for something a little more...sustainable? Since the menstrual cup - a reusable silicone cup that collects menstrual fluid - is rarely advertised, most women find themselves reluctant to try it. Writing for Healthista.com, I gave the Mooncup (or MCUK, as it is known in the US) a try - to work out what it is, how to use it, and what it actually feels like. WARNING: This is one graphic blog. If you are of the male persuasion, it’s best you move on, because I’m going to be talking about (gasp) menstruation. Specifically, menstrual cups which collect menstrual fluid, unlike tampons and sanitary pads that absorb it. Scroll down for video . The Mooncup (or MCUK, as it is known in the US) is a reusable silicone cup that collects menstrual fluid . What draws most women to re-usable menstrual cups is that they are economical, eco-friendly and more comfortable as they don’t cause dryness or irritation - a common bugbear of tampon users. ‘I just feel better about having a Mooncup in my body than I do a tampon,’ one menstrual cup devotee told me. Menstrual cups aren’t new - they were patented in 1932 by a group of U.S. midwives. But not many women use them or even know about them - perhaps due to the fact that menstrual cups aren’t widely promoted – or sold. Conglomerates such as Procter & Gamble are unlikely to throw big money into a product that only sells once every five years, when they can sell multiple products to one woman every month. Mother-of-four Genny Wilkinson-Priest says she was initially sceptical about menstrual cups - but was surprised at how effective hers was . With the global tampon market projected to top $2.6 billion in 2015, according to market research firm Global Industry Analysts, why would they put their money anywhere else? There are many menstrual cup brands on the market - the Femmecup, the Diva Cup, the Intimina and more. I tried the £18 ($27.50) Mooncup, which like most menstrual cups comes in two sizes: one for women who have given birth before, and one for women who haven’t or are under 30 years of age. This struck one friend as slightly odd: ‘I was 29 when I tried the Mooncup, which made me rather concerned as to what the hell was going to happen to my vagina on my 30th birthday? 'Was it going to expand that much?’ When I first opened the package and saw the Mooncup, I thought no freaking way am I putting that up my hoo-ha. And then I remembered I’ve given birth multiple times. If I can push a 7lb baby out four times in a five year period, surely I can handle a squishy piece of latex that's two inches in diameter . When I first opened the package, I thought no freaking way am I putting that up my hoo-ha. Whether or not you’ve had a baby, it’s dead easy - you fold the latex cup in half, then

Summary: The Mooncup, or MCUK, is a reusable cup that collects menstrual fluid . The silicone funnel device is often thought of as the preserve of hippies . But advocates claim they are economical, eco-friendly and comfortable . Intrigued, one sceptical mother-of-four put the device to the test .


Hundreds of babies are being born clinically obese every year - including some weighing more than a stone. As many as 1,403 newborns have been classified as obese since 2011, according to shocking figures from a series of Freedom of Information requests. At just one trust nearly 400 babies born in the last four years weighed 9lb 15oz or more - the marker for an obese baby. Hundreds of babies are being born clinically obese every year including some weighing more than a stone, Freedom of Information requests have revealed (stock image) Peterborough and Stamford Hospitals Trust also recorded 280 exceptionally large babies and another 265 arrived at George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust in Warwickshire. There has also been an increase in the number of babies weighing 12lb or more. Seven clinics reported births of so-called 'sumo babies' in 2013 - including two where the babies weighed more than a stone. Tam Fry, of the National Obesity Forum, said that although some mothers suffer from medical conditions, which increase the size of the baby, most just overeat. He said: 'Quite simply, the number of pregnant women who are obese at the start is increasing. 'It is thought that 82 per cent of children who are obese will continue to be overweight. 'As they have the same kind of nutrition as their parents there is a continuous upwards spiral. Danica Slavin (second from right) gave birth to two babies, Eva (right) and Jack (left), who both weighed over 10lbs. They had to be delivered via caesarean at Jessop Wing maternity unit in Sheffield but are now happy and healthy . Eva (above) was born in 2013 and weighed 12lb 6oz - 5lb more than the average baby girl . One mother has given birth to two big babies in the last 18 months. Danica Slavin had her first daughter Eva Lily Margerrison in 2013 and was shocked when she weighed in at 12lb 6oz. But she was even more surprised when three weeks ago she gave birth to her son Jack, who, at 10lb 3oz, was nearly just as big. Both babies had to be delivered via caesarean at Jessop Wing maternity unit. The 21-year-old mother, from Sheffield, met her partner Sam Margerrison four years ago when they worked at fast-food chain Burger King. She said: 'I don't know why Eva and Jack were so big because me and my partner Sam weren't big babies. 'I was tested for gestational diabetes with both babies but that was ruled out. 'I just had big babies.' She explained that Jack was currently on formula and Eva enjoyed her fruit and vegetables. She also dismissed claims that the size of a baby at birth related to its parents. 'You obviously don't expect a baby of that size,' she said. 'Successive governments have not really addressed the obesity problem. It starts at conception and sometimes even before then.' Mr Fry also suggested that the number of women having caesareans was increasing due to the increasing size of their babies. He said: 'Some babies are so fat they

Summary: As many as 1,403 newborns classified as obese since 2011 . An obese baby weighs 9lb 15oz or more - 2lb more than average . 110 hospital trusts replied to a Freedom of Information request .


Speaking two languages really could give you a split personality, researchers have found. They say that many speakers have entirely different personalities in each of the languages they speak. Previously research has even found those who are bilingual even see colours differently. Researchers say that speaking in another language can change our personality. 'Rather than ask whether speakers of different languages have different minds, he says, 'we ask, Can two different minds exist within one person?' said psycholinguist Panos Athanasopoulos of Lancaster University. 'The extent to which language affects this process has been the focus of a long-standing debate: Do different languages cause their speakers to behave differently?,' the team wrote. 'Here, we show that fluent German-English bilinguals categorize motion events according to the grammatical constraints of the language in which they operate. Athanasopoulos and colleagues were interested in a particular difference in how English and German speakers treat events. English has a grammatical toolkit for situating actions in time: 'I was sailing to Bermuda and I saw Elvis' is different from 'I sailed to Bermuda and I saw Elvis.' German doesn't have this feature. As a result, German speakers tend to specify the beginnings, middles, and ends of events, but English speakers often leave out the endpoints and focus in on the action. Looking at the same scene, for example, German speakers might say, 'A man leaves the house and walks to the store,' whereas an English speaker would just say, 'A man is walking.' This linguistic difference seems to influence how speakers of the two languages view events, according to the research. 'First, as predicted from cross-linguistic differences in motion encoding, participants functioning in a German testing context prefer to match events on the basis of motion completion to a greater extent than participants in an English context. Learning to speak a second language at any point in your life could help keep your brain sharp as you age, a study suggests. The University of Edinburgh detected a pattern of slower mental decline among the bilingual in a group of 835 born in 1936. They were given an intelligence test in 1947 at the age of 11, then retested in their early 70s between 2008 and 2010. A total of 262 participants could communicate in at least one language other than English. Of those, 195 learnt the second language before the age of 18. Those who spoke two or more languages had significantly better cognitive abilities in their 70s than their peers. The strongest effect of bilingualism was seen in general intelligence and reading tests. 'Our study shows that bilingualism, even when acquired in adulthood, may benefit the ageing brain,' study authors said. 'Second, when participants suffer verbal interference in English, their categorization behavior is congruent with that predicted for German and when we switch the language of interference to German, their categorization becomes congruent with that predicted for English. 'These findings show that language effects on cognition are context-bound and transient, revealing unprecedented levels of malleability in human cognition.' Previous research found a similar result. Between 2001 and 2003,

Summary: Researchers studied particular difference between English and German . Found people thought differently depending language used .


A religious cult that isolates followers from the 'evil' outside world has defended its practices after a family of 14 fled declaring they had been living in a 'false system'. James Ben Canaan walked out on the Gloriavale Christian Community, located in Haupiri on New Zealand's west coast, suddenly at the weekend with his wife Hope and 12 children. The commune, who refused to go into detail about the Ben Canaan family's sudden departure, hit back at the family's accusations arguing that it was 'entirely their choice to leave', the New Zealand Herald reports. Scroll down for video . Children dressed in Cooperite clothing walk at Gloriavale Christian Community located at Haupiri on New Zealand's west coast . Children at the school in Gloriavale Christian Community. The community, founded in 1969 and which now has 500 members . 'No one is here against their will. We only want people who want to be here,' Fervent Stedfast, a Gloriavale member since 1970, said. 'We're here simply and entirely because we want to be here.' It comes as the daughter of Gloriavale's leader, Neville Cooper, spoke out for the first time since leaving the remote community about her struggles to reintegrate in the 'outside world'. Miracle left the cult, which forces people to wear the same uniform and bans birth control, five years ago with her husband and 10 children, 3News reports. Miracle said there was no doubt the Ben Canaan family would struggle like she did to integrate into society. 'Making a decision to come on the outside you leave with basically the clothes on your back,' she said. 'I think the biggest struggle is at our age - I was 45 - and to start life from scratch, normally you would have built up a life from a young age. 'The struggle is just so hard. 'You don’t know any obligations to renting a home, opening bank accounts. You don’t even have a birth certificate or driver’s licence – or any identity to even be able to do those things.' The Ben Canaan family, who are among a number of large families to walk out on Gloriavale in recent years, are now staying 300km away in Timaru. Miracle, daughter of Gloriavale's leader, Neville Cooper, has spoken for the first time since leaving the remote community five years ago about her struggles to reintegrate in the 'outside world' The population of the cult is said to be still flourishing - despite several large disillusioned families leaving in recent years - because there is no birth control . James and Hope Ben Canaan have since forsaken their nun-like headdresses and white bibs to put on everyday clothes, while their children have removed their hooded hats and blue uniforms. 'It's a huge deal for them to stop wearing their community clothes and so they are going to transition slowly,' Liz Gregory, who has offered the family of 14 her home, told the New Zealand Herald on Wednesday. The father, who managed the commune's self-sufficient dairy farm for 20 years, is now looking for a job.

Summary: Gloriavale Christian Community has defended its practices amid criticism . Cult doesn't allow birth control and isolates followers from outside world . The religious commune claims that no one is living there against their will . Family of 14 recently fled New Zealand cult saying it was a 'false system' Daughter of cult founder Neville Cooper speaks for first time since leaving . Miracle left the cult five years ago with her husband and 10 children . She spoke of struggles her family faced as they adjusted to 'outside world' The isolated commune, which was founded in 1969, now has 500 members . Its founder was convicted of sex abuse in 1994 and spent 11 months in jail .


Gareth Bale is approaching the end of his second season at Real Madrid, but the world's most expensive player admits he still finds it surreal to be called a 'Galactico'. The Wales international left Tottenham for the Spanish capital in September 2013, and has already won a Champions League, Copa del Rey, UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup in the white of Los Blancos. It has been quite a rise for the 25-year-old, who admits it still feels odd to be playing for one of the world's biggest clubs. He is becoming used to the media attention, but is particularly aware of it during the high-profile training sessions at Valdebebas. Don't get nutmegged, Gareth! Bale and his Real Madrid team-mates train at Valdebebas last week . Bale (right) aims a shot past the outstretched leg of Pepe during a training session with Real Madrid . 'It is a bit surreal to be called a "Galactico",' Bale told FourFourTwo. 'The one thing you don't want is to be on the end of a nutmeg [at training] - especially with the rows of cameras. 'We are always getting killed out there and I just try not to let it be me. Whenever someone gets nutmegged, we are all jumping and joking.' Carlo Ancelotti's side remain top of La Liga, despite a disappointing draw against Villarreal last time out. They will look to get back to winning ways at Athletic Bilbao at the weekend. The Welshman dives to keep the ball in play during Madrid's 1-1 draw with Villarreal last time out . Bale celebrates after scoring in the Champions League final in May; Madrid's second of four goals .

Summary: Gareth Bale joined Real Madrid from Tottenham in September 2013 . He has already won four trophies for Los Blancos since his arrival . The Welshman says it is still strange to be called a 'Galactico' Bale admits he tries desperately to avoid getting nutmegged at training . CLICK HERE for all the latest Real Madrid news .


Convicted terrorists will soon be banned from speaking and writing letters in Arabic during visits and phone calls at one of Australia's highest-security prisons. Under tough new restrictions, 13 prisoners, who are classified as 'Extreme High Risk Restricted' at SuperMax, the compound located within Goulburn jail in NSW, will only be allowed to speak English. State Attorney General Brad Hazzard has called on the laws to take place in a bid to stop radicalisation of Muslim inmates from converting other prisoners, The Sunday Telegraph reports. The law pledges to have prison officers strictly monitor conversations between inmates and visitors as well as refuse or terminate visits if Arabic or any other languages are used. Convicted terrorists will soon be banned from speaking Arabic during visits and phone calls at SuperMax . It comes after the Australian Federal Police revealed the terror alert for police had been raised to 'high' in the wake of terror plotting attacks and anti-terrorism raids across the country. Last September, it was revealed that inmates were able to plot acts of terror from behind bars because they were allowed to write letters, make phone calls and have visits. 'One of the issues that came out of that process was that some of these people, these high-risk inmates, were conducting their discussions in Arabic, or at least not English,' Mr Hazzard said. But in rare cases, Mr Hazzard said inmates will be allowed to speak another language when their 90-year-old grandmother visits for instance but an immediate translator must be supplied. 'We don't want to create a situation where they feel there's no sense of humanity, because there will be,' Mr Hazzard said. 'But they have to understand the people they're visiting have put our community at risk. There has to be some clear boundaries and rules.' Pictured left to right: Mohammad Kiad, Omar Al-Kutoki and Bassam Hamzy who will face the language ban . Omarjan Azari was arrested at his Sydney home in mid-September during the biggest counter-terrorism operation in Australia's history . Among the 13 prisoners facing the ban will include Omarjan Azari, 22 who allegedly planned a plot to kill a random member of the public in the streets of Sydney. Mohammad Kiad, 25, and Omar al-Kutobi, 24, are also behind bars at SuperMaz after they were both charged with terrorism offences. The initiative was prompted when prison officers started noticing a rise of inmates converting to Islam, after switching their diet preferences from Western meals to halal, Sunday Telegraph reports. Meanwhile, four 'young, white males' have lodged an application to have their diets changed at the Long Bay Correctional Complex at Malabar in Sydney on Monday. The law pledges to have prison officers monitor conversations strictly between inmates and visitors . Last September, it was revealed that inmates were able to plot acts of terror from behind bars because they were allowed to write letters, make phone calls and have visits . It's reported that Bassam Hamzy, who was sentenced to life in jail for a 2002 murder and ran the 'Brothers 4 Life' gang,

Summary: Inmates will soon be banned from speaking and writing letters in Arabic . Under tough new laws, 13 prisoners will only be allowed to speak English . Attorney General hopes the new restrictions will stop Muslim inmates from converting other prisoners . It comes as prison officers noticed a rise of inmates converting to Islam after they changed their diet preferences from Western meals to halal .


The family of an autistic boy are at loggerheads with their local school district in Sherwood, Oregon, which is refusing to provide a handler to oversee their son's service dog. For the past three months John McDonald, 6, has attended class at Middleton Elementary without his autism service dog, Kai, because of the impasse between the family and Sherwood School District. Parents Jennifer and Scott McDonald's raised $13,500 to purchase Kai to help their son who is nonverbal and has a tendency to run away when he gets anxious. Scroll down for video . John McDonald's parents are at loggerheads with their local school district in Sherwood, Oregon, which is refusing to provide a handler to oversee their son's service dog Kai during class . On Wednesday morning, Jennifer McDonald took her son and Kai to class in the hope that school staff would take Kai's leash and lead them inside . According to mom Jennifer, the 70-pound Labrador helps her son keep calm and allows him to better focus in class. The school originally welcomed the idea of allowing a service dog in class. They replaced carpet with bare floors and paid for the Autism Service Dogs of America to train staff to work with Kai. Then the district told the McDonalds that they required a dog handler be to present at all times and that under the Americans with Disabilities Act they would have to pay. 'I guess I was naive. I thought - it's a service dog, he's allowed to go in public places. He's mandated that he can go with John anywhere,' McDonald told KGW. 'It never occurred to me that it would come up to something like this . The family doesn't believe a handler is necessary and say the district is misinterpreting the regulations. They filed a federal discrimination complaint with the Department of Justice in December. The family's attorneys also point to a recent court case in Florida where a judge ruled that a service dog is no different than helping a blind child deploy a cane, reports The Oregonian. Instead Middleton Principal Jeremiah Patterson told Jennifer that the district is standing by its decision that the family must provide a dog's handler for Kai . John McDonald, 6, has autism and so his parent's raised $13,500 to train Kai, a service dog who helps him to remain calm and safe . Jennifer McDonald says her son is being discriminated against and that the Americans with Disabilities Act states that the school should pay for a dig handler because it is they who claim it is necessary . The judge ruled, 'The (Florida) district's failure to provide an employee to assist the child with the dog's routine care amounted to a failure to accommodate.' The U.S. Department of Justice also issued a statement in the case, saying the school district's failure to make reasonable accommodations to facilities and practices was discriminatory. The family are waiting for a legal verdict,but said that time is also critical as the longer the boy and dog are apart, the

Summary: John McDonald's parents are at loggerheads with their local school district in Sherwood, Oregon, over their son's service dog Kai . The Sherwood School District is demanding that the family provide a handler to oversee Kai during class . The family argue that the Americans with Disabilities Act states that the school should pay because it is they who want the dog handler . Parents Jennifer and Scott McDonald have filed a federal discrimination complaint with the Department of Justice in December . On Wednesday Jennifer attempted to take her son and Kai to school, but the headmaster refused to take the 70-pound Labrador .


Samir Nasri was lucky to be on the pitch at half-time after a clear red-card kick on Barcelona’s Neymar. Italian referee Gianluca Rocchi settled for giving the Frenchman a yellow card in the 38th minute, when Nasri lashed out with his right boot at the Brazilian. Nasri had been hustled off the ball and his kick — an act of clear frustration with Manchester City being outplayed — left Neymar writhing in agony. Samir Nasri is shown a yellow card after he kicked Neymar with Manchester City's frustrations boiling over . Nasri was certainly lucky to remain on the pitch after he kicked out at the Brazilian superstar in the first half . Neymar tumbled to the ground following Nasri's moment of petulance with Manchester City losing the tie . The Barcelona frontman tumbles to the turf as Nasri is promptly booked by Italian referee Gianluca Rocchi . Nasri was the fourth City player to be yellow-carded at that stage. Earlier fouls had brought bookings for Fernandinho, Aleksandar Kolarov and David Silva inside 26 minutes. Silva’s tackle on Lionel Messi on the edge of the City box was a certain yellow card offence, despite the Spaniard claiming he had won the ball first. David Silva claimed he won the ball, but his tackle on Lionel Messi was a clear yellow-card offence . The Spaniard was furious as the referee cautioned him following the first-half tackle at the Nou Camp . Silva's protest in the face of the referee was out of line considering it was a clear foul on Messi . Silva’s aggressive protest in the face of the Italian referee was well over the top, as replays showed it was a clear foul. I believe Rocchi got it wrong when he awarded City a penalty for a trip on Sergio Aguero late on. Justice was done when Aguero’s kick was saved.

Summary: Samir Nasri was shown a yellow card by Italian referee Gianluca Rocchi . But the Frenchman could have been sent off for his clear red-card kick . Neymar was left writhing in agony on the floor following the challenge . Man City crashed out of the Champions League after defeat in Barcelona .


Ion Jinga (pictured), the Romanian ambassador in London, accusing the producers of reinforcing negative stereotypes . Controversial documentary The Romanians Are Coming has been condemned by Romanian MPs for inciting 'hatred and discrimination' of migrants. Ion Jinga, the Romanian ambassador in London, wrote to Channel 4 accusing the producers of reinforcing negative stereotypes. Three members of the Romanian parliament also wrote to the British ambassador in Bucharest asking what the reaction would be if they made a programme saying all Brits were alcoholics and paedophiles. In a letter seen by the Observer, they said: 'We kindly ask you to consider what your reaction would be if TVR, the Romanian public television channel, would launch a campaign of denigration pointed towards the British citizens in our country, generalising cases of alcoholism and paedophilia displayed by some British citizens (cases we are sure you are aware of), and turning them into the general image of all British citizens in Romania. 'The documentary broadcast by Channel 4 does the exact same thing.' The letter sent by President of United Romania Party, MP Bogdan Diaconu, his vice president MP Virgil Guran, and MP Paul Dumbrăvanu, also said the documentary is wrong in 'every respect' about the Romanian. 'The affront brought to the Romanians living in the United Kingdom must stop immediately, as it will encourage xenophobia and will prejudice our citizens in a direct manner,' it said. Romanian Prime Minister Victor Ponta and his foreign minister also expressed unhappiness over the show which could 'negatively and unfairly' affect the Romanian community in the UK. Channel 4 said the documentary, which ended on Tuesday, explored the lives of Romanians 'trying to make a new life in Britain' and seeking out the truth behind the headlines about immigration'. The first programme followed Alex, who lived in a car park next to Victoria station in London, and a Romany man who struggled to settle in Liverpool. The second and third episodes examined the motivation driving migrants to the UK. Around 200 people held a silent demonstration in front of Channel 4's studios protesting against what they said was the unfair portrayal of Romanians as criminals. Two petitions demanding for the show to be cancelled appeared on Change.org after the first episode aired and they have attracted almost 10,000 signatures. One said: 'The Romanians Are Coming is purposely dehumanising and through its misleading nature it is used to promote a false image of Romania and it's people in the mind of others.' Controversial documentary The Romanians Are Coming has been condemned by the Romanian embassy, pictured is homeless Stefan who featured in the show . Romanian Prime Minister Victor Ponta (pictured) expressed solidarity with those protesting over the show . The Romanian Prime Minister expressed solidarity with the protesters and people who signed the petitions. Romanian Foreign minister Bogdan Aurescu wrote a letter to his British counterpart Philip Hammond saying he regrets the resurfacing of 'incorrect stereotypes'. 'We deeply regret the resurfacing of incorrect stereotypes of the Romanian community in the UK as reported in the Channel 4 documentary, by

Summary: Documentary The Romanians Are Coming has sparked a diplomatic row . Romanian ambassador Ion Jinga said it incited 'hatred and discrimination' MPs asked what would happen if Romania made unfair series about Brits . Romanian prime minister and his foreign minister said they were 'upset' Petitions to cancel Channel 4 show received almost 10,000 signatures . Around 200 people protested outside Channel 4's studios after premiere .


For ski-lovers, there is nothing better than coming straight out your door and being on the slopes, surrounded by rolling mountains and fresh snow. For two lucky individuals, they will be offered the chance to go one step further, and stay at the top of the world-famous Holmenkollen ski-jump in Oslo, Norway. The unusual competition aims to turn the room at the top of the jump into a penthouse apartment for guests so they can enjoy two nights of luxury with panoramic view of Oslo, under the Northern Lights, before checking out in the slickest way possible - via a zip-line. Scroll down for video . Spend an unforgettable night on top of Scandinavia's most famous ski jump, Holmenkollen. Two competition winners will be able allowed to bring a friend, and enjoy panoramic views of Oslo under the Northern Lights . Enjoy the views from 64 metres off the ground, at the top of the world's first steel ski jump in Oslo, complete with outdoor balcony . The unusual competition includes the chance to go on Norway's most intense toboggan run, The Corkscrew, and access to 2,600 km of fresh snow. For those wanting a relaxing break, the apartment comes complete with a roof terrace to enjoy the spectacular snow-capped mountains. And there is an option to enjoy a candlelit dinner taking in the scenery, which includes the impressive Oslo's Fjord. The ski-jump penthouse apartment is usually where athletes meet to prepare before a jump and will be used by skiers at the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup, held at Holmenkollen later this month (March, 14-15). Jeanette Hansen, in charge of operations at Holmenkollen, calls the penthouse competition, which is being hosted on Airbnb, a crazy idea that became a reality. She said: 'This is a wonderfully quirky idea coming to life, and a perfect way to round off the ski jump season after the FIS Ski Jumping World Cup. 'It's a great way to showcase one of the top tourist destinations in Norway to a world of travellers, and we can't wait to welcome the guests to arguably the penthouse with the best view of our city.' The ski jump was officially opened on March 3, 2010. The start house soars around 64 meters (210ft) above the ground and the construction comprises of 100 tons of steel. On piste: You can't get closer to the slopes than staying right in the heart of the action, at the top of the famous ski jump . Room with a view: Stay in the heart of the action in Oslo, as you wake up on the piste with 2,600 km of fresh snow available to you . On top of the world: Guest can enjoy a romantic candle-lit dinner on top of the ski jump, overlooking the stunning Scandinavian landscape . Hope you aren't afraid of heights! To arrive at the penthouse you must travel to the top by a ski lift, and guests can even zip-line out on the exit . Snow-capped mountains and the Oslo Fjord can be viewed out of the

Summary: Enjoy a room with a view, as you spend a night in the world famous Holmenkollen ski-jump . Guests can enjoy feeling on top of the world, and taking in the spectacular snow-capped mountains . There is also the opportunity to use Norway's most intense toboggan run, The Corkscrew and enjoy 2,600 km of fresh snow .


A major storm whipped Sydney with wild winds and torrential rain at the weekend and made one skipper's job very hard out on the rough harbour waters. The sailing boat was travelling on the water in Sydney Harbour on Sunday afternoon at the same time as an enormous storm rolled in over the city. One concerned passenger on a harbour ferry captured footage of the sailing boat battling against the wind and current. Scroll down for video . A sailing boat collided with a ferry on Sydney Harbour on Sunday during wild weather . A storm was rolling into the city which made the skipper of this boat's job very difficult . In the video the boat's sails are full of wind and it appeared to be struggling to keep afloat and on course while battling the elements. Ferry passengers lined the outside of the vessel to try and get a look at what turned out to be a rather dangerous situation. The ferry blasted its horn repeatedly as the sailing boat edged closer and closer to the larger vessel. Then, much to the horror of gasping ferry passengers, the smaller vessel slammed into the side of the ferry. In the video the boat's sails are full of wind and it appeared to be struggling to keep afloat and on track while it battled the elements . Much to the horror of commuters the smaller vessel slammed into the side of the ferry as passengers gasped . One person who leaned over the edge of the ferry to get a better look at the scene lost their hat to the wind . One person who leaned over the edge of the ferry to get a better look at the scene subsequently lost their hat to the wind. On Sunday Sydneysiders said farewell to summer as a day of early near-record high temperatures gave way to severe storms in the afternoon. The first day of Autumn saw the seasons change in dramatic fashion as a picturesque sunny sky turned stormy shortly after 3:30pm. Storms rolled in from the south, bringing with them 100km/h winds, torrential rain and hail across much of the city.

Summary: A sailing boat was travelling alongside a ferry in Sydney Harbour . It crashed into the side of the ferry as a wild storm rolled over the city . One ferry passenger captured the moment the boat collided with the ferry .


Authorities have arrested a gunman suspected of randomly opening fire on five public places in Maryland over the past week, in attacks that left two injured. What appears to be the same blue car had been linked to the attacks in which a gunman opened fire on a driver at a mall, a Walmart, a movie theater, a truck on a highway and headquarters of the NSA over the last seven days. If the same gunman is behind all the attacks, it would be a case with chilling similarities to the DC Sniper attacks of 2002 when John Allen Muhammad and Lee Boyd Malvo killed ten people with gunfire from a hidden firing spot in the back of their blue Chevrolet sedan. Early morning reports on Wednesday revealed that a suspect was in custody who was believed to be involved in the shootings that occurred since last Tuesday in the Baltimore-Washington metro area, according to the Washington Post. Lt. Kevin Ayd, a spokesman for the Maryland Transportation Authority Police told the Baltimore Sun of the five shootings: 'They're looking into whether these are linked together.' So far, only two dump truck workers have been hurt in the attacks - they suffered only minor injuries when the gunfire shattered the windshield of their vehicle and by a bullet fragment. Scroll down for video . Five recent Maryland shootings that took place in public spaces may be connected to the same shooter, according to authorities briefed on the investigation. Police are searching for the same gray or blue Lincoln Town car that has been spotted near some of the crime scenes (the Lincoln Town car pictured above) If the same gunman is behind all the attacks, it would be a case with chilling similarities to the DC Sniper attacks of 2002 when John Allen Muhammad and Lee Boyd Malvo killed ten people with gunfire from a hidden firing spot in the back of their blue Chevrolet sedan . Investigators are looking into whether one gunman is tied to the five incidents spread across three different Maryland counties: Anne Arundel, Prince George's and Howard (above map of where the shootings took place) The first shooting attack involved a 61-year-old man whose windows on his car were shot out as he was driving through the Arundel Mills shopping complex on February 24 around 7.30am. Tuesday, February 24, 7.30am: Arundel Mills shopping complex . Saturday, February 28: Footage of Lincoln Town Car released . Monday, March 2, early morning: Walmart Supercenter in Laurel . Monday, March 2, 5.10am: AMC Theater at The Mall in Columbia . Tuesday, March 3, 3pm: Intercounty Connector in Laurel . Tuesday, March 3, 5pm: National Security Agency in Fort Meade . The following Saturday, the footage of the Lincoln Town car was released, according to the Baltimore Sun. The surveillance video has captured the car but a license plate has not been determined nor has a clear identity of the shooter. Police were notified of a shooting at a Walmart in Laurel in the second reported shooting on Monday, March 2. That

Summary: Police searching for gray or blue Lincoln Town car that could be linked to five shootings . First shooting took place last Tuesday and most recent shooting involved office building at NSA Headquarters around 5pm on Tuesday, March 3 . Over span of week, five shootings have occurred including: Arundel Mills shopping complex, a Walmart, AMC theater, car on highway and NSA . Sources said police are looking into whether they are all linked . In 2002, Washington DC was paralyzed with fear as 13 random victims were shot and only three survived random attacks .


Police are searching for a Massachusetts mother who is thought to have kidnapped her five children, preventing authorities from treating her 2-month old daughter in need of medical care. Yurong Wu, 41, of Quincy, is wanted for parental kidnapping and child endangerment, and is believed to have fled to New York City before losing custody of her children to the state last week. She is believed to have taken her children Yu Fan Mei, 10, Kelly Mei, 8, Kethy Mei, 6, Kate Mei, 2, and Kalen Mei, two months. Scroll down for video . Yurong Wu, (left) 41, and Jackie Mei, (right) 50, face charges of child endangerment after Wu disappeared with her five children. Police believe the mother, who also faces kidnapping charges, took them to New York City . Department of Children and Families officials was given custody of the children last Wednesday after they could not find them at their home managed by the Quincy Housing Authority. The youngest child is believed to have serious health issues and was in 'dire need' of treatment, police told CBS Boston. The children's father Jackie Mei, 50, was arrested Friday and charged with child endangerment and misleading a investigation after allegedly being uncooperative with police. He posted $1,500 bail and was released with a GPS device. Court documents show the father saying that his wife turned off her phone and told him that she would take care of the children. His lawyer says he does not speak English and does not know about the whereabouts of his wife or children. Wu and Mei's children Yu Fan (left, 10), Kelly (center, 8) and Kethy (right, 6) were taken along with their younger siblings Kate, 2, and Kalen, two months (not pictured) Department of Children and Families officials gained custody of the children after they could not find them at Wu and Mei's Quincy home (pictured) Police in Massachusetts are working with New York City authorities to find the family. The family has relatives in the metropolis and NYPD visited a house in Brooklyn on Monday night but did not find the children, Quincy Police spokesman Capt John Dougan told Daily Mail Online. It is not believed Ms Wu wants to harm her children, and neighbors say she was concerned about losing custody of them this winter, according to the Patriot Ledger. The mother and her children, who have no car, may have left weeks ago, a neighbor told NECN. Stephen Hensley said that he saw the woman and child get in a van and leave around the time of 'the first snowstorm' and he had not seen them afterwards. Capt Dougan said that the police currently believe that Wu left with her children shortly before Department of Children and Families officials came to her home. He said the investigation is still focusing on New York City and that he is 'confident' that Wu and her children have not left the country. The Meis' neighbor Stephen Hensley (pictured) said that he saw the mother and children get into a van weeks ago .

Summary: Yurong Wu, 41, wanted for parental kidnapping and child endangerment . Quincy, Massachusetts, family believed to have relatives in New York . Father Jackie Wei still in Quincy, arrested for misleading police . Neighbors say mother and children may have left weeks ago .


Former Scotland captain Colin Hendry is preparing to fight a ban from the roads after blaming his drink driving on a 'rare' metabolism. The 49-year old former Rangers and Blackburn Rovers defender was arrested last month after police stopped him near his home in Lytham, Lancashire in the early hours of February 21. Officers had claimed Hendry who was nicknamed 'Braveheart' when he captain of Scotland was almost twice the limit after failing a breathaylser test. Former Scotland captain Colin Hendry, pictured arriving at Blackpool Magistrates, has admitted drink driving . Hendry goes in for a challenge on Ronaldo at the World Cup in 1998 while John Collins looks on . But on Wednesday, widowed father of four Hendry disputed the reading and asked Blackpool Magistrates to have the case adjourned so his metabolism could be tested. The court heard that Hendry admitted drinking before driving his blue Ford Focus, but argued the amount of alcohol he drank over a certain period of time should not have put him over the limit. His lawyer Glyn Lewis - who has previously represented a string of celebrities over his expertise in exploiting motoring legal loopholes - said: 'Usually we go to sentence and it is inevitable he would have to be disqualified because he has entered a guilty plea because he accepts the facts. 'But the instructions I have over the amount of alcohol consumed and the time period, when you do the calculations they don't correlate with the figure he has given. 'There are two possibilities - one is because of the fact that he has got some alcohol in his system he is unaware of and the other is quite rare is we have somebody whose metabolism is such they provide a specimen of breath which does not correlate with the reading of blood. 'We have had a forensic scientist give us an indication that the figures provided by the defendant don't correlate with the figures given by the sample. He was stopped by police and arrested near his home in Lytham, Lancashire in the early hours of February 21, and was found to be driving his blue Ford Focus while almost double the legal alcohol limit (stock picture) Hendry, pictured hear tackling Nicolas Anelka in 1997, made more than 300 appearances for Blackburn . 'We accept the prosecution's case - the police followed him, he wasn't driving erratically, nothing unusual about that, he accepts that - the question is why is this alcohol reading being given that is being investigated. 'We can establish what he consumed and when it was because there are receipts. 'Mr Hendry might have to be tested for his metabolism in the lab with a reconstruction of the whole evening's events. The ratio between breath and blood is not the same for everyone. 'If our investigations don't have foundation in science we would bring it back to court and have it dealt with. Mr Hendry wants the matter to be dealt with as quickly as possible.' The court agreed to adjourn for a 'special reasons' hearing in

Summary: Colin Hendry was arrested for drink driving near his Lancashire home . When breathalysed, he was found to be nearly double legal alcohol limit . But Hendry claims he did not drink much and blamed a 'rare' metabolism . Hendry played for Rangers, Blackburn Rovers and Manchester City .


With just over a month to go until the mega fight between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather, legendary trainer Nacho Beristain believes that 'Pac-Man' has a chance of winning - and gives him a 45 per cent chance. Juan Manuel Marquez's trainer is a fan of the hard-hitting Filipino and likes his intelligence, hand speed and ability to throw combinations. With Mayweather's defence the best in the world, Beristain knows it'll be a tough ask but thinks that if Pacquiao boxes smart then he has an opportunity. Manny Pacquiao (left) and Tim Tebow pose for a photo after the NFL quarterback visited the boxer . 'I believe that Pacquiao has 45 per cent of a chance; Mayweather is the favorite but by very little,' Beristain told ESPN Deportes. 'I always liked more Pacquiao for commercial style, which people pay with pleasure to see him fight, and the other [Mayweather], we already know it, a defensive, style that is kind of weird.' 'On paper who looks the best is Mayweather,' Beristain added. 'The knockout by Juan Manuel of Manny [in 2012]. But Pacquiao has many things in its favour – the speed, and being a smart fighter. Even though people think otherwise, he knows when to shoot his combinations.' Nacho Beristain (right) reckons Pacquiao has a 45 per cent chance of beating Floyd Mayweather in Las Vegas . Juan Manuel Marquez's trainer is a fan of the Filipino but thinks he will need to fight smart to win the bout . With training heavily ongoing for the two fighters, Pacquiao was visited by NFL quarterback Tim Tebow at the gym in Los Angeles. The two athletes have a lot in common, with both of them strong Christians and being born in the Philippines. Tebow took to Instagram to show the stars spending time together during his training session. He posted: 'Awesome being with my Filipino and Christian brother.' Floyd Mayweather is also in full flow with his training regime but took some time out to post a photo where he looked relaxed ahead of the upcoming $300million fight. The two athletes share a lot in common as strong Christians and both being born in the Phillipines . Floyd Mayweather looked relaxed as he posed for a photo as the boxer looks to keep his 100% record going .

Summary: Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather clash in Las Vegas on May 2 . The $300million fight is being billed as the biggest in the history of boxing . Training legend Nacho Beristain says Pacquaio 'has a 45 per cent chance' NFL quarterback visited the Filipino in his Los Angeles gym on Saturday . READ: Mayweather continues to whet the appetite of the boxing world with pump-up video . CLICK HERE for all the latest Pacquiao vs Mayweather news .


Jordi Amat has become the second Spaniard to sign a Swansea contract extension in as many days. Amat has followed the example of his countryman Angel Rangel by committing to a one-year extension which will keep him at the Liberty Stadium until 2018. 'I'm so happy because it's important to know the club has confidence and faith in me,' Amat told the official club website. Jordi Amat (right) has been offered a new deal at the Liberty despite a season disrupted by injury . Amat joins his fellow countryman Angel Rangel (right) in extending his stay with the Welsh club . 'It was a big decision to move my family here. I was moving to a new country and a new league, but it has worked out really well. 'I've played games in the Premier League, the cups and the Europa League, so it has been an amazing experience for me here already. 'But this is hopefully just the start.' Amat joined Swansea from Primera Division club Espanyol for Â£2.5million in the summer of 2013 and made 30 appearances in his first season in south Wales, mostly in his preferred position as a central defender but also as a holding midfielder. Swansea boss Garry Monk shouts from the sidelines while guiding his side into the Premier League top 10 . The 22-year-old started the current campaign alongside skipper Ashley Williams at the heart of the Swansea defence but has struggled to win his place back since suffering knee ligament damage in September. 'The injury was a tough moment for me, but it happens in football,' Amat said. 'You just have to keep working hard and along with the support of the club it makes you stronger. 'Things can change quickly in football, and you need to be ready and prepared to play in every single game.' Â .

Summary: Former Espanyol defender has signed a one-year contract extension . Jordi Amat's second season in Wales has been disrupted by knee injury . The 22-year-old has joined Angel Rangel in staying at the Liberty StadiumÂ .


Britain is set for a chilly start to the week with a cold air mass blowing from eastern Europe bringing temperatures as low as -2C. After a crisp weekend in which parts of the UK saw freezing overnight temperatures, the tail end of a cold blast means spring will continue to be put on hold. Clear skies at night will bring the coldest weather and will affect regions including East Anglia, with areas of high altitude, such as the Pennines, possibly seeing a dusting of snow. Scroll down for video . Cold predicted: Two people prepare their boat for sailing at Hill Head beach in Hampshire today as Britain prepares for a chilly start to the week . Kirk Waite, forecaster at the Met Office, said: 'At the moment we're looking at things not changing much over the next few days with a lot of cloud and the odd bit of rain - but it will be mostly dry. 'It will be cloudy tonight with low temperatures of around 3C. Monday will see a cool, cloudy, grey start with the easterly cold air mass easing a little. We expect to see temperatures of around 9C in the North of the country and it will be a touch warmer in the South. 'Monday night could be the coldest night of the week where the cloud clears and in places such as East Anglia the temperature may fall to -2C. 'Throughout the week we're going to see an increasing amount of sunshine. It will generally be quite dry and settled. 'On Tuesday and Wednesday the temperature will move up to around 13C to 14C. It will still be just below average at night, but it's fairly normal to get these variations in spring. 'Snow is possible only in the highest parts of the UK such as northwest Scotland and the Pennines, but as there won't be much precipitation this is unlikely. 'On Thursday the daytime temperature will be slightly cooler and drop back to around 10C.' Weather this weekend was in stark contrast to the beginning of the month when the UK was warmer than Rome and Athens at a balmy 17.5C. Forecast: The UK is set for a cold and cloudy beginning to the week but temperatures will to rise on Tuesday and sunshine will increase . Thousands of sun-seekers were pictured flocking to Brighton Beach and London's Hyde Park to welcome what they thought was the start of a new season. On Friday a near total eclipse of the sun will be viewable from the UK but with cloudy weather predicted, people hoping to catch a glimpse of the spectacle may end up disappointed. If the skies remain clear, it will be the best solar eclipse the country has seen since August 1999, with between 85 per cent and 95 per cent of the sun obscured. The Northern and Western Isles of Scotland will see greatest eclipse, with nearly 98 per cent of the sun obscured at its peak.

Summary: Cold air blowing from eastern Europe will bring overnight temperatures of -2C to parts of UK including East Anglia . The weather will stay mostly dry and cloudy in most parts of Britain with a possible dusting of snow in the Pennines . The cold winds are expected to ease off throughout the week though - with Wednesday expected to be 14C .


As Manchester City are faced with the daunting task of overturning a 2-1 aggregate deficit in the second leg of the Champions League last 16 against Barcelona on Wednesday night, midfield powerhouse Yaya Toure has shown he is not letting the pressure get to him. Strapped to heart monitors and presented with a series of pictures ranging from a cute golden retriever puppy to the Champions League trophy and Barcelona playmaker Andres Iniesta, the 31-year-old's pulse rate remained steady throughout. City have never progressed to the quarter-finals of Europe's elite club competition and will have to be at their absolute best to pull off a special result at the Nou Camp if that is to change, but judging by Toure's show of confidence, the Ivorian is certainly up for the match against his former club. Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure is linked up to a heart monitor as part of a Nissan advertising video . The Ivorian is shown a series of pictures including a snap of a cute golden retriever puppy . Toure's pulse remains steady throughout the video as City prepare to face Barcelona on Wednesday night . One of Nissan's new models is showcased as part of the advertising campaign . Toure shows that he is ready and raring to go ahead of the crucial match at the Nou Camp . The video Toure was starring in was part of a promotional campaign for Nissan, who are official sponsors of the Champions League. Toure joined City from Barcelona in 2010 for a reported £24 million fee and has since gone on to become one of the Sky Blues' most important players. Meanwhile, Iniesta, who played alongside Toure for the Catalan side while he was there, is well aware of his old team-mate's capabilities. 'He is very important for them, he is very powerful physically and he has important qualities because of all his skills,' the Spaniard said. Car manufacturers Nissan are one of the official sponsors of the UEFA champions League . Barcelona playmaker Andres Iniesta is widely regarded as one of the Catalan side's best players . A close-up of Toure's eyes shows exactly how focused the player is ahead of his return to the the Nou Camp .

Summary: Manchester City will travel to the Nou Camp in the Champions League . They are looking to overturn a 2-1 aggregate deficit in the last 16 . Yaya Toure has shown off his nerves of steel in a promotional video . It was an advert for tournament sponsors Nissan . CLICK HERE for all the latest Manchester City news .


These are the stomach-churning images captured when a fearless teenager scaled a 700ft Hong Kong skyscraper without using any safety equipment. Daredevil Andrej Ciesielski, 18, strapped a Go-Pro camera to his head before climbing the Manulife Plaza, located in Causeway Bay. When at the top of the 50-storey block, the adrenaline junkie from Munich, Germany, stood on the side of the huge building to capture spectacular footage of the city below. Scroll down for video . Don't look down: Germany teenager Andrej Ciesielski climbed the Manulife Plaza in Hong Kong with a camera strapped to his head . Andrej said while he went to extreme lengths to get the footage, he was more scared of being caught by police than falling. He said: 'The tricky thing about this building is that it's a commercial office so it's well secured. At the top there is a big spire that is absolutely amazing. 'I had to climb this one alone because my friend who was on the trip with me was afraid he would get caught and arrested. Daredevil: The 18-year-old completed the climb to the top of the 700ft building without any safety equipment, and wearing 'good shoes with good grip' Fearless: The teenager from Munich looks over Hong Kong from the top of the Manulife Plaza. He said climbing makes him feel 'so free' 'When I'm 'roof-topping' it's not the height I'm thinking about, it's the police. I'm not thinking about falling, I'm just thinking about getting caught. 'After this particular climb I was paranoid for the entire day that I'd been caught on the security cameras but fortunately I wasn't. 'I didn't use any safety equipment, just some good shoes with a good grip. 'My parents like the end result, they enjoy looking at my pictures but they aren't very happy about what I do. They don't like watching the videos because they're scared I could fall one day. 'When I'm climbing though I just feel so free. It makes me really happy. I know some people will struggle to understand that but for me it's freedom and I do it because I love it.' Dangling: Intrepid explorer Andrej stands by the edge of the top of the 50-storey Manulife Plaza in Hong Kong, which is 700ft tall . The teenager chronicles his adventures and escapades on Instagram @andrejcie, where he shares pictures from the top of other skyscrapers and buildings he has scaled. He revealed that he had been 'blacklisted' for Hong Kong after he was caught on the roof of a hotel. Andrej wrote: 'Unfortunately I’m on the blacklist in Hong Kong now! 'We were caught at the second day on the Hotel Panorama roof. 'But on the last day I managed to climb the Manulife Plaza. #NoRiskNoFun' View: A bird's eye view of Hong Kong captured from the top of Manulife Plaza by Andrej Ciesielski .

Summary: Thrill-seeking Andrej Ciesielski, 18 from Munich, scaled the Manulife Plaza alone with no harness or helmet . Captured incredible images of city from top of 50-storey building using a Go-Pro camera strapped to his head . Says he's more afraid of getting caught by police or security than falling from top of skyscraper . Understands people won't see why he wants to climb skyscrapers but says: 'For me it's freedom... I love it'


The New York Police Department is expanding a gunfire-detection system that notifies officers in real time when and where shots are fired, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced. De Blasio said the NYPD will deploy the system, known as ShotSpotter, throughout precincts in Brooklyn and the Bronx. ShotSpotter utilizes antennas and acoustic detectors to pinpoint shooting locations. The crime center of a police headquarters immediately receives the information, which they can then send out to officers already near the area. On Monday Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the New York Police Department is expanding a gunfire-detection system that notifies officers in real time when and where shots are fired . ShotSpotter's data can also detail for police how many shooters were present and how many shots were fired at the location. Seven units will be deployed in Brooklyn and 10 in the Bronx. The NYPD plans to eventually incorporate ShotSpotter's alerts into mobile devices, which will allow information to be sent directly to officers' phones and tablets. The system has been tested by the NYPD since 2011. In December it registered the shots that killed police officers Wenjian Liu and Rafael Ramos in Brooklyn, according to ABC 7. On Monday shots were picked up within an hour of the the system's activation in the Bronx, according to NYPD deputy commissioner Jesse Tisch. Three shots were fired and they were not called in to 911, CBS New York reported. According to ShotSpotter's website, less than one in five shooting incidents are reported to 911. ShotSpotter utilizes antennas and acoustic detectors to pinpoint shooting locations. The crime center of a police headquarters immediately receives the information, which they then send out to officers in the area . When shootings are called in, the information given is often inaccurate, wasting valuable time and putting the safety of officers and the public at risk, the site said. During a press conference on Monday, de Blasio said ShotSpotter will 'transform the way the NYPD responds to gunshot activity in our neighborhoods.' 'ShotSpotter will help protect our residents, our communities and our police officers,' he said. Systems similar to ShotSpotter have already been employed in Newark, New Jersey, Atlantic City and Washington, according to Bloomberg News. ShotSpotter will be activated in Brooklyn next week.

Summary: NYPD will deploy the ShotSpotter system throughout Bronx and Brooklyn . ShotSpotter uses antennas and acoustic detectors to pinpoint locations . Can detect how many shooters are present and how many shots were fired . Police headquarters receive the information in real time and can then send data to officers already near the area . Ten units will be deployed in the Bronx and seven in Brooklyn .


An African-American chef who is out of a job after the University of Oklahoma shut down a fraternity for performing a racist chant has said he will never find such a good job again. Howard Dixon, who has served students his famous chili dogs and burgers at Sigma Alpha Epsilon for 15 years, is now unemployed after the university closed the fraternity with immediate effect. It comes after members were filmed chanting 'There will never be a n***** in SAE' to the tune of 'If You're Happy And You Know It'. 'I think that was kind of stupid and selfish for them to do something like that,' Howard told CBS. 'And knowing this was an organization supposed to be about brotherhood - that wasn't no brotherhood.' Scroll down for video . Out of a job: Howard Dixon, the chef for Oklahoma University's disgraced fraternity, has said he will miss the job and his 'family'. He is pictured moving out of the fraternity house on Tuesday . Moving out: He was seen removing items and loading up his car outside the frat house in Norman on Tuesday . Packing up: Dixon carries his cooking belongings from the frat house (right) as police officers stand nearby . But Howard added that he will miss his job and the fraternity's members. 'There'll never be another job like this one again,' he said. 'This was one of a kind. I'll miss my family.' On Tuesday, photos emerged showing Mr Dixon moving his belongings out of the house. After it emerged that the beloved chef would be losing his job, Oklahoma University alumni launched online fundraisers, which have already raised more than $45,000 for the man and his family. One former SAE member created an Indiegogo fundraiser, writing: 'He is going to lose his job because of a bus full of racist kids... Because of these kids' actions, many will be affected. None more so than Howard.' Howard, he writes, 'was always there to chat with you' but now 'he is going to learn who has been working for. And through some cruel twist of fate, he has to lose the job that he has held for over a decade.' Support: Howard has worked as a chef at Oklahoma University's Sigma Alpha Epsilon for more than 15 years and alumni remembered his famous chili dogs and how he had an 'infectious' smile . 'There will never be a n***** SAE': The vile chant was performed by members of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity chapter at the University of Oklahoma on Saturday. The society has since been shut down . By early on Tuesday, the fund had amassed more than $33,000 - and it is not the only one. Simultaneously another former SAE brother set up a GoFundMe page slamming 'the disgusting chant' and lauding Howard as 'hard-working and loyal'. That page has raised more than $11,000. A Twitter user who shared a link to the fundraising page wrote: 'I went to an OU SAE tailgate one time, (had a great time) an i met that man howard,

Summary: Howard, who has worked at the university's Sigma Alpha Epsilon for 15 years, made raved-about chili dogs and befriended all the students . But he is now out of a job after members were filmed singing a racist chant and the university shut down the fraternity with immediate effect . He called their actions 'stupid and selfish' but said he would miss the job . Fraternity's alumni have started online fundraisers to financially support Howard as he looks for a new job and have already raised $45,000 .


Ronda Rousey has squashed talk of the prospect of her ever fighting a male opponent in a UFC octagon. The 28-year-old is the talk of the sport at the moment as she continues to dominate the women's UFC bantamweight division. Rousey currently boasts an 11-0 record in the sport having defeated Cat Zingano in just 14 seconds in her most recent contest on February 28. Women's UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey says she'll never enter the octagon with a male fighter . Rousey (right) is currently undefeated and beat Cat Zingano in just 14 seconds on February 28 . Last month's rapid victory began theories about how the undefeated 135-pound division champion would fare against the opposite sex. But during an interview with a UFC interactive panel at the SXSW festival on Monday, Rousey shot down notions. 'There should never (be) a venue where we're celebrating a man hitting a woman,' she told the panel. Rousey's words were greeted with cheers and applause as UFC President Dana White echoed her sentiments by adding: 'With our organisation, she'll never fight a man.' The 28-year-old (right) grapples Zingano during their UFC 184 mixed martial arts bantamweight title bout . UFC President Dana White (centre) has echoed Rousey's (right) thoughts that men shouldn't fight women .

Summary: Ronda Rousey is the current undefeated women's bantamweight champion . Rousey defeated Cat Zingano in just 14 seconds on February 28 . Theories have begun as to how the 28-year-old would fare against a man .