As condemned Bali Nine pair Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran wait on 'death island' for their latest appeal to go to court, it's been revealed that almost 200 Indonesians on death row around the world have had their sentences commuted over the last three years - at the request of the Indonesian government. 189 Indonesian death sentences were suspended thanks to diplomatic efforts - and in some cases, money paid - by Indonesia,The Sunday Telegraph reports. The Indonesians who won reprieves were convicted of crimes which included drug smuggling in Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, China, Iran and Singapore. 'I am not requesting of Indonesia anything that Indonesia does not request of other nations where Indonesian citizens face the death penalty,' Ms Bishop told the Telegraph. 'We urge the Indonesian government to show the same mercy to Andrew and Myuran as it seeks for its citizens in the same situation abroad,' she said in the Australian Parliament recently. Scroll down for video . Bali Nine pair Myuran Sukumaran and Andrew Chan (left to right) , will have a legal appeal against their execution sentence heard in a Jakarta court on Thursday . 'We urge the Indonesian government to show the same mercy to Andrew and Myuran as it seeks for its citizens in the same situation abroad,' Australia's Foreign Minister, Julie Bishop told Parliament recently . With an estimated 360 Indonesians facing the death penalty abroad - about 230 of those on drug charges - Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has warned Indonesia's plans to proceed with the Bali Nine executions could risk the lives of its own citizens. Ms Bishop pointed to the case of Satinah Binti Jumadi Ahmad, an Indonesian maid who was saved from beheading in Saudi Arabia by the previous Indonesian government after being convicted of murdering her elderly employer. It's reported Indonesia paid $2.1 million to stop the execution and that President Joko Widodo was among the politicians calling for mercy at the time. While President Widodo lobbies for his own people, he continues to reject Australia's appeals for clemency for the Bali Nine pair. Widodo told Al Jazeera Televsion that his role, as Head of State, is to protect his citizens. 'But at the same time, we have to respect other countries that apply capital punishment,' he said. Last year, Indonesia made a substantial payment to a Saudi family to halt the impending execution of Indonesian maid, Satinah Binti Jumadi Ahmad. Her sister-in-law, Sulastri, holds her photo in Central Java last year . Last month, Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno LP Marsudi told theJakarta Post that the Indonesian government was committed to helping release 229 Indonesian nationals on death row around the world. 'The state is giving assistance by providing them with lawyers and regular visits in the prisons and carrying out diplomatic efforts with local authorities to solve the issue,' Retno told reporters. She also said President Widodo had ordered all Indonesian embassies and consulates 'to unite the death row convicts with their families as this would be helpful for their psychological well-being.' Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno LP

Summary: 189 Indonesians abroad have had their death sentences suspended in the last three years - at the request of the Indonesian government . 'I'm not requesting of Indonesia anything that Indonesia does not request of other nations,' says Australian Foreign Affairs Minister Julie Bishop . Ms Bishop warns Indonesia's plans to carry out Bali Nine executions will could risk efforts to save 360 Indonesians on death row abroad . The execution of Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran has been delayed . An appeal for the condemned Bali Nine pair will be heard in a Jakarta court . Chan and Sukumaran's families are blocked from visiting Death Island . Australian consular staff are seeking leniency for the devastated families . Australia has lodged a formal complaint on the treatment of the men .


The French Press greeted Paris Saint Germain's extraordinary victory over Chelsea with euphoric acclaim on Thursday morning, lauding Laurent Blanc's men as 'heroes' and delivering a withering assessment of the 'cynicism' of Jose Mourinho's team. L'Equipe's match report proclaimed the dramatic 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge as a 'magnificent, incredible, heroic night…' and adding that 'the performance of PSG should take pride of place among the pantheon of the Parisian club's most glorious nights, awakening memories of magical victories against Real Madrid in 1993 and Barcelona in 1995'. For Chelsea, the assessment was damning. The French media believe that Mourinho was responsible for the red card delivered to Zlatan Ibrahmovic after only 31 minutes for a challenge on Oscar. Chelsea have been broadly criticised as nine of their players surrounded the referee in the immediate aftermath of the incident. L'Equipe pays respect to PSG heroes but were less enthusiastic about the performance of Diego Costa (right) PSG captain Thiago Silva (right) scores the decisive goal in extra time to send French side through . Silva celebrates before claiming that Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho 'lacked respect' before the game . CLICK HERE to read how the drama unfolded at Stamford Bridge . L'Equipe write: 'It was an incandescent minute, which saw Mourinho benefit from all that he has grown to embody through his years of experience on the European scene…he flaps his arms, harangues, gesturing frantically in the direction of the referee Kuipers'. Chelsea's lethargic showing was panned by L'Equipe in the ratings, with the respected French daily awarding only 3/10 to Branislav Ivanovic, Oscar and Diego Costa. Only Gary Cahill and Thibaut Courtois were awarded marks higher than 5/10, with L'Equipe handing sixes to the pair. Chelsea stars Oscar (left) and Branislav Ivanovic (right) were also given miserly ratings by the French media . French media claim that Jose Mourinho was responsible for getting Zlatan Ibrahimovic (centre) sent off . Nine Chelsea players surrounded the referee as the Swedish talisman received his marching orders . The Spanish forward Costa is the centrepiece of the spread, poetically described as a 'demon without wonder'. The newspaper continues: 'Diego Costa wears within him a natural anger which always leaves him on a knife-edge. By looking to wind-up opponents, by constantly confronting them, sometimes head-to-head, he creates an electricity and we await the spark. Last night, it never arrived. As his centre forward, he has been provoked a lot by Mourinho but now he has forgotten to play.' The Portuguese manager's side were criticised for being cynical in the game at Stamford Bridge . Former Chelsea defender David Luiz celebrates wildly after bringing PSG back into the game in normal time . PSG were viewed rather more generously, and their valiant performances were hailed in the match ratings, with the returning David Luiz awarded a 9/10, and L'Equipe described him as the 'perfect example…demonstrating that he can remain concentrated defensively.' Marco Verratti, the brilliant Italian technician, received an 8/10, praised for 'setting the tempo of the match' and his 'huge impact' on the game. Ibrahimovic, harshly

Summary: PSG progressed to Champions League quarter finals with away goals win . L'Equipe hailed the Ligue 1 champions as 'magnificent' and 'heroes' Chelsea stars Diego Costa, Oscar and Branislav Ivanovic got 3/10 ratings . Same paper also claim Jose Mourinho was responsible for Zlatan Ibrahimovic's red card . Match winner Thiago Silva claimed Mourinho lacked respect before game .


An Iranian man who permanently disfigured another in an acid attack has had his eye gouged as punishment. The man, only identified as Hamid S., poured acid over victim Davoud Roshanaei in 2005, causing him to lose an eye and an ear. An Iranian court sentenced him to qesas, 'retribution in kind' and he has now had his eye and ear surgically removed at a prison in Karaj, . Eye for an eye: Victim Davoud Roshanaei, pictured before and after the attack, had acid poured over his face and body, causing him to lose an eye and an ear . Hamid S was reported to have been sedated in Rajai Shahr prison in Karaj, 33 miles west of the Iranian capital Tehran, on Thursday. A team of doctors then removed his left eye, but postponed the removal of his right, state-owned Hamshahri newspaper reported according to the New York Daily News. In addition to his qesas, Hamid S must pay a fine to Mr Roshanaei and serve a ten-year jail sentence. The surgery was meant to have been carried out in January, but was postponed after medical staff at Rajai Shahr prison refused to carry out the qesas. 'The delay is from the medical side and is not our fault,' a judge later told the state-run Iranian Fars news agency. Justice: Mr Roshanaei's attacker was sentenced to qesas, 'retribution in kind', and has now had his eye and ear surgically removed at a prison in Karaj . Critique: An Iranian human rights organisation has attacked the 'eye for an eye' punishment, calling the practice 'barbaric' 'We had a meeting with the forensic medicine and they will let us know once there is a doctor who is willing to carry out the sentence'. An international Iranian human rights organisation based in Norway has condemned the punishment, calling it 'barbaric'. 'Removal of inhumane punishment in law and practice must be a prerequisite for any improvement of relations between Iranian authorities and the international community,' Iran Human Rights's spokesperson Mahmood Amiry-Moghaddan said. 'Participation in such punishments are serious violations of the Hippocratic oath and anyone who takes part in carrying out such sentences can not be called a doctor.'

Summary: Davoud Roshanaei was attacked with acid and lost an eye and an ear . His attacked, Hamid S, was sentenced to qesas - 'retribution in kind' Hamid S has now had his left eye gouged out and his ear removed .


A woman who soared to 19 stone after being bullied at school for having a gay mother has shed almost half of her body weight and is now looking for love. Christine Roberts, from Telford, Shropshire, began comforting eating after her parents split up and her mother announced that she was a lesbian. Weighing 19 stone at her heaviest, Miss Roberts was bullied because of her mother Sue’s sexuality. Scroll down for video . Christine Roberts used to be a size 26 but shed half her body weight and is now a svelte 10 stone . Christine's weight shot up to over 19 stone and she wore size 26 clothes . 'Kids at school said I was gay because she was,' said 23-year-old Miss Roberts, who is now eight stone lighter. 'I knew it wasn’t her fault, it’s just how she was. They would cyber-bully me using a fake profile of me to tell other girls from school that I was in love with them. It was really hard.' The bullying caused Miss Roberts to reach for the biscuits and by age 16, she was size 26. Aged six, Miss Roberts’ parents split and her and her sister, Lisa, who is now 20, stayed with their mother, now 54. However, the Marks and Spencer supervisor said back then she did not understand what had happened. She said: 'We went and stayed with mum’s ‘friend’ then. But it was actually her girlfriend. 'It wasn’t until I was ten that I fully understood what was happening.' When children at school discovered her mother was a lesbian, Miss Roberts said bullies used it to pick on her and she found comfort in food. 'I’d eat three packets of biscuits in one go while I was doing my coursework - I just couldn’t stop,' said the 23-year-old. Christine Roberts is enjoying her new look after losing eight stone . Flashback: A young Christine was bullied at school over her mother's sexuality . 'Then I’d nip out and buy packets of sweets. 'At home I’d have huge portions at dinner and make out I hadn’t eaten all day.' By the time she was 16, Miss Roberts weighed more than 19 stone. 'It was a non-stop cycle. I’d eat because I was miserable, then feel guilty and eat more to try to feel better.' Miss Roberts would eat several packets of biscuits a day and regularly have takeaways with friends. She said: 'We’d get a Chinese or have a greasy pizza together. 'But they weren’t getting fat because they would only have two slices. 'I ate half the pizza by myself.' When Miss Roberts turned 18, she became even more self conscious. 'I’d organise nights out with friends then cancel because I felt so uncomfortable,' she said. 'On the rare times I did go out, I felt like I was getting funny looks. 'I wouldn’t go to the bar on my own. 'I’d just sit down all night. 'I’d had so many men shout out "oi fatty" in the street. I’d never been in a relationship and I

Summary: Christine Roberts was a size 26 and tipped the scales at 19 stone . Began comfort eating after playground taunts over mum's sexuality . Relocated from London to Telford and decided to lose weight .


By the time referee Wayne Barnes blew the final whistle, large chunks of the world-record crowd had long since drifted away into the north London night. Such was Saracens’ dominance of a Harlequins team who have completely lost their way, even the dubious lure of a Mexican wave had lost its appeal for the ‘away’ fans. Those left inside did muster a roar when Billy Vunipola dotted down for a deserved try with two minutes remaining, but Quins had been so inept for large parts of this game that a five-try victory felt slightly hollow. Saracens' Chris Wyles (left) manages to go over the line despite a last ditch tackle from Marland Yarde (right) Saracens' Chris Hodgson (centre) releases the ball as Harlequins' Joe Marler (left) close him down . Pop singer Pixie Lott performs at half-time in front of the record breaking 84,068 crowd at Wembley Stadium . The 24-year-old performs for the Saracens and Harlequins supporters during the Aviva premiership match . Saracens won’t care a jot. They were tack sharp for much of the game, physical and confrontational when they needed to be with a pack more than willing to mix it and a back line full of invention. It was just a shame the 84,068 crowd, many of them no doubt watching their first game of professional rugby, witnessed such a no-contest. Saracens have won all but one of their last 14 matches against their London rivals and on this evidence it will be a long time before they are troubled again. Quins, eighth in the Aviva Premiership table and with next to no chance of European qualification, really were that bad. Their returning England contingent of Chris Robshaw, Joe Marler and Nick Easter were unable to make any notable impact up front, while behind the scrum they were devoid of ideas. The world record breaking 84,068 attendance for a club rugby match is revealed on the Wembley scoreboard . Harlequins' Danny Care chips the ball forward during his side's 42-14 defeat by Saracens at Wembley . Saracens' Wyles and Harlequins' Ross Chisholm both try to catch the high ball during the premiership match . They missed the cutting edge of their concussed full back Mike Brown and scrum-half Danny Care is badly short of confidence after being dropped by England last autumn. The same cannot be said of Saracens, who consolidated their second spot in the table with a bonus-point win that saw winger Chris Ashton score an excellent brace. USA centre Chris Wyles excelled at 12 alongside the equally impressive Marcelo Bosch. With Owen Farrell, Brad Barritt and Schalk Brits set to return from injury soon, Saracens appear to be coming good at the right time. ‘The second 20 minutes of the first half was as good as we’ve been all season,’ said Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall. ‘We counter attacked really well and looked dangerous on the ball. We went off the boil in the next 20 minutes but put a lot of pressure on towards the end.’ Saracens' Billy Vunipola (right) recovers the

Summary: Saracens are up to second in the Aviva Premiership table after a stunning victory over Harlequins at Wembley . The game attracted a world record 84,068 crowd for club rugby . Chris Wyles and Chris Ashton scored two tries apiece and Billy Vunipola added another one late on .


They are known as man's best friend, who will stay loyal to the end. But as this heartbreaking video shows, dogs are just as loyal to their own - even when put in a dangerous situation. In this clip, a golden retriever trots on to a busy motorway in Turkey to protect his friend after he was hit by a car. The injured dog lies helpless at the side of the road, but his companion rushes to his aid and pulls him to safety. Scroll down for video . The fiercely loyal dog stands over his friend after he was hit and left for dead on a busy motorway in Turkey . The dog refuses to leave the side of his friend after he was hit by a car on the motorway in Turkey . Determined not to let him lie stricken on the side of the road, the dog grabs his friend and pulls him to safety . The dog then lies with his wounded companion at the side of the road, refusing to leave his side . He then patiently lies in wait at the side of the busy motorway. The video was posted to the video sharing site, Live Leak. In recent years, a number of stories have emerged of loyal dogs who stay by their companions, human and canine, for hours, days and even years after death, or otherwise find help for friends in sticky situations. Last month, a dog called Cissy hit the headlines, when she disappeared from her yard in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, only to show up about 20 blocks away at Mercy Medical Centre. Her owner, Nancy Franck, has been at the hospital for the last two weeks, after undergoing surgery for ovarian cancer. In August 2014, loyal dog Tommy refused to leave the graveside of his owner Bhaskar Shri, 18, for two weeks after he died in a car accident. Tommy went without food and water for 15 scorching days and freezing nights guarding his grave in Chennai, southern India. In a similar case the month before, a fiercely loyal dog was found in the searing Oklahoma heat refusing to leave the side of his deceased owner . Animal control officers in Oklahoma City were called to the scene as the bull terrier fought hard to stay in the 100 degree Fahrenheit heat.

Summary: Dog runs on to the busy motorway in Turkey to protect friend hit by a car . Injured dog lies helpless at side of the road, but companion rushes to help . He then grabs his friend and pulls him to safety, away from the motorway .


A cancer patient who searched online for support about his disease was left horrified when Facebook began placing advertisement for funeral directors on his Facebook feed. Daniel Kapp, 46, was diagnosed with prostate cancer last month. Shortly after he used the web to learn more about the illness. When he opened Facebook the following day he said he was 'bombarded' with 'insensitive' promotions that he couldn't remove. Daniel Kapp, 46, was diagnosed with prostate cancer last month and used the web to learn more about the illness. But when he opened Facebook the following day he said he was 'bombarded' with 'insensitive and tasteless' adverts for funeral directors. The consultant also tweeted about his surprise (shown) The adverts included promotions for funeral directors, including one called Bestattung Himmelblau Wien - which translates to Funeral Vienna Sky Blue. It showed an elderly couple with the tagline: 'Wir helfen Ihnen gerne!' or 'We're here to help.' Mr Kapp (pictured) is a strategic consultant in Austria. He described the Facebook adverts as 'scandalous' 'I was just knocked off my feet to see that there on the screen,' said Mr Kapp, who works as a strategic consultant in Austria. 'It is just completely insensitive. And every time I tried to delete it, it appeared again.' He blamed Facebook for monitoring the data about the searches he had done and then using it in order to sell it on to potential advertisers. The consultant also tweeted about his surprise: 'After going public on having cancer via FB I've started getting sponsored ads for funeral parlours #wtf #epicfail [sic]' 'I think it's just tasteless and scandalous,' Mr Kapp continued. 'But it seems that anyone who is looking for information under the string search 'life expectancy ' or 'cancer' on Google can then expect to get inappropriate adverts on social networks.' When contacted by local media, the directors of the funeral companies said they were shocked their adverts were being used to target people in this way. One said: 'I can confirm that this should never have happened.' Facebook uses cookies to track its users - both on and off the site - and deliver relevant adverts. The adverts included promotions for funeral directors including one for Bestattung Himmelblau Wien - which translates to Funeral Vienna Sky Blue (pictured). When contacted by local media the directors of the funeral companies said they were shocked their adverts were being used to target people in this way . It gathers information about devices, sites people visit, searches they've made and demographic data they have entered into their account on the social network. Initially these cookies were just used on the site, but in September Facebook launched its Atlas ad platform that monitors these movements around the wider web. Facebook uses cookies to track its users - both on and off the site - and deliver relevant adverts. It gathers information about devices, sites people visit, searches they've made and demographic data they have entered into their account on the social network. Initially these cookies were just used on the site, but

Summary: Daniel Kapp, 46, was diagnosed with cancer last month . Following the news he used the web to learn more about the illness . He was then shown 'insensitive and tasteless' ads for funeral directors . The consultant said he tried to remove the ads but they kept appearing . And the funeral directors said it was shocked its adverts were being used to target people in this way . Facebook tracks its users movements around the web using cookies . These are used to serve relevant ads but only work if a user is logged in . Facebook has not yet responded to MailOnline's request for comment .


It emerged on Monday that Raheem Sterling could be prepared to turn down as much as £180,000 per week as contract talks with Liverpool continue to stall. The England international's current £35,000-per-week deal has another two years to run at the end of this season and Sterling has so far turned down a number of offers from the Anfield club. Sterling has become increasingly concerned by his constant switching of positions in the Liverpool side and has even been utilised at right wing back by Brendan Rodgers. Here, Sportsmail answers five key questions on the Liverpool star’s future. The Liverpool forward was in action for his country on Friday night in a European qualifier . Raheem Sterling is prepared to turn down a mammoth £180,000-a-week deal at Liverpool . 1) What is Sterling’s issue with the deal on the table? Brendan Rodgers dug himself a hole by claiming Sterling is the one of the best young players in Europe. Someone of that stature is worth, at least, £100,000-per-week. Your moral views on whether a player so young should be paid so much is irrelevant. You pay your best players the going rate. Sterling, arguably, is Liverpool's best player meaning he should be, at least, on a par with Daniel Sturridge's £150,000 per week. Likewise, there are issues with Sterling's role in the team at the moment. He's been shifted around the pitch by Rodgers - even utilised as a right wing back on occasions. He sees his best position as being through the middle. Sterling's current £35,000-per-week deal has two years to run at the end of this season . The 20-year-old scored for England in their 4-0 win over Lithuania at Wembley on Friday night . Sterling impressed as part of England's front three but he has been used at wing back by Liverpool . 2) What would it take to get him to sign a new deal? Certainly an improvement on the £90,000-per-week deal they've offered but even that may not be enough for him to sign. Qualifying for the Champions League will also help matters. A player of Sterling's rising stock wants to be plying his trade on the biggest club stage of all. Playing in the Europa League next season is nowhere near as glamorous. Assurances over his role in the side may help, too. 3) Are Liverpool losing patience with their star man? The fans are starting to get a little restless. The longer this drags on, the more agitated supporters become. Fans believe there will be a resolution but that optimism isn't shared by those in the corridors of power at Anfield. They know there's a real danger of Sterling point blank refusing to sign any sort of contract. Liverpool chiefs need to keep negotiations amicable. It's a delicate juggling act for them. There will be no shortage of suitors for Sterling should he leave Liverpool - in the Premier League and Europe . Sterling takes on Lithuania's Georgas Freidgeimas during the Euro 2016 qualifier at Wembley . 4) What is the likelihood of Sterling leaving

Summary: Raheem Sterling's current deal has two years to run after this season . Liverpool forward has turned down an offer of £90,000 per week . It emerged last week that Sterling would be prepared to reject £180,000 . Here, Sportsmail answers five key questions on Sterling's future . Jason McAteer: Liverpool and Brendan Rodgers are perfect for Sterling . CLICK HERE for all the latest Liverpool news .


A hapless Vietnamese pair caught running a £100,000 cannabis farm told police they thought they were growing 'western vegetables,' a court heard. Police discovered more than 500 illegal plants growing in 11 different rooms in the four-storey house in Leeds, West Yorkshire. Chien Nguyen, 32, was jailed for three years and Hieu Nguyen, 35, for three years and fours months after they pleaded guilty to growing cannabis. The Vietnamese nationals tried to deny responsibility for the offence after being arrested. Chien Nguyen, 32, pictured left, was jailed for three years and Hieu Nguyen, 35, pictured right, was jailed for three years and four months after they both admitted cultivating cannabis . They claimed they believed the plants were 'Western vegetables' and did not know they were breaking the law. Police forced entry to the property on October 19 last year, after being alerted by a strong smell of the class B drug coming from the property. Once inside, officers found Hieu hiding in the framework of a sofa and Chien was in the void above a fake ceiling. Prosecutor Louise Pryke said over 100 high-powered lights had been fitted at the property to help the plants grow. Analysis later revealed that the plants were capable of producing more than 16kgs of cannabis. The two men were in the UK illegally and entered the country via the Czech Republic. Timothy Jacobs, mitigating, said the pair had been paid by others to look after the plants and were unaware of the scale of the operation. Mr Jacobs said it was accepted that both men would be facing lengthy prison sentences and would be deported upon release from custody. Police discovered more than 500 cannabis factory in the four-storey property in Delphs Lane, Leeds. Pictured: Street View image of the road . Judge Geoffrey Marson, QC, described the cannabis discovery as a 'thoroughly professional enterprise.' 'It was designed to produce significant quantities of cannabis for commercial use to be put on the streets of this and other cities to enrich the lives of those involved at the expense of the misery of those who are addicted,' he said at Leeds Crown Court. 'I am entirely satisfied that this was a commercial enterprise motivated in each of your cases by financial advantage. 'You were clearly entrusted by others playing leading roles with these plants.'

Summary: Chien Nguyen, 32, and Hieu Nguyen, 35, admitted cultivating cannabis . The pair claimed they thought they were growing western vegetables . Police found £100,000 worth of cannabis in property in Leeds, Yorkshire . Pair jailed by judge who called it a 'thoroughly professional enterprise'


This is the adorable moment a sea lion pup climbed onto a surfer's board off the coast of San Diego in Southern California, before cuddling up to him and riding the waves with him for more than an hour. The small marine creature reportedly approached longtime surfer and father-of-one, Dan Murphy, as he was taking to the water at Cardiff-by-the-Sea, off the shore of San Elijo Campground, on Sunday. It leaped onto the back of Mr Murphy's board and 'hugged' him from behind, leading him to think he was being attacked. But when the surfer whirled around, he saw it was only the 'scared-looking' pup. The sea lion pup jumped onto surfer Dan Murphy's board while he was in the water off of the San Diego coast . Pup hopped onto the back of Mr Murphy's board and 'hugged' him, leading him to think he was being attacked . The sea lion eventually crawled into Mr Murphy's lap and spend more than an hour riding the waves with him . For the next 20 minutes, the animal apparently held on tightly to Mr Murphy, before crawling into his lap 'like a puppy'. It then floated on the board and rode the waves with the surfer for a further hour. However, eventually, Mr Murphy, who has a seven-month-old baby son, had to nudge the pup off his board, and encourage it to swim off, because he needed to go home. He told NBC that the farewell was a tearful one, saying: 'I was literally in tears... I waved to him.' Speaking of the experience overall, he added: 'He spent well over an hour on my board... you see those pups around this time of year, [but] I’ve never seen them interact with people like that.' While Mr Murphy was frolicking in the ocean with the sea lion pup, his friend, Eileen Quinetela, was snapping photos of the incredible encounter. One picture shows the pup sunbathing on the board. Others depict the animal cuddling up to Mr Murphy, 'hugging' him from behind, and another surfer riding past sporting an amazed expression. They were met by an array of stunned and envious responses from Mr Murphy's friends, with one Facebook user writing: 'OMG that's incredible!! A seal is hugging you!!!', and another saying: 'That's awesome.' Mr Murphy said: 'He spent well over an hour on my board... you see those pups around this time of year' Nearly 2,000 seas lions have washed up on shores in California in sick and starving conditions so far this year . The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has sounded the alarm over the surge in famished pups . It comes as California remains in the midst of a sea lion pup crisis, with nearly 2,000 of the animals having washed up on the state's shores in sick and starving conditions so far this year. Last week, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) sounded the alarm over the surge in famished pups, saying there has been 'an unusually large increase' in sea lion strandings. In January and February, strandings

Summary: Sea lion pup jumped onto surfer Dan Murphy's board off San Diego coast . Then 'hugged' him from behind, before crawling into his lap 'like a puppy' For next hour, pair floated on board and rode waves at Cardiff-by-the-Sea . Finally, Mr Murphy had to nudge pup away because he was going home . 'I was literally in tears... I waved to him,' said Mr Murphy, a father-of-one . Comes as rising numbers of famished pups wash up on California shore . Mr Murphy believes his new friend may have been treated and released .


During an interview with Barclays Premier League World to be shown this week, Ross Barkley announces that his best position is striker. 'I can have my greatest impact there,' he claims. 'I'm free to roam around, take players on, have shots and create chances.' This season, the year when people were convinced Barkley would come of age in the colours of Everton, he has scored twice and created just two more. Little wonder he accepts he has had a dip in form. Ross Barkley (right) gets away from Italy's Roberto Soriano during England's 1-1 draw in Turin . The Everton midfielder loses the ball after a challenge from Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini . Barkley replaced Theo Walcott in the second half and looked bright as the Three Lions earned a draw . The problem with Barkley, who showed flashes of his talent after coming on as a 55th-minute substitute during England's 1-1 draw with Italy in Turin, is that nobody is quite sure what his best position is. Ask everybody involved with him at Everton or with England and they will come up with a different answer. This season alone he has played in five different roles (six if his appearances as a substitute are included) for Everton: 10 in his favoured role off the main forward, six starts on the left, once in front of the back four, once in the centre of midfield and one start at right wing. At 21 there has to be an element of confusion, struggling to work out why his manager Roberto Martinez is playing him in so many different positions at Goodison Park. Barkley came off the bench as England beat Lithuania on Friday to stay on course for Euro 2016 . The 21-year-old replaced midfielder Jordan Henderson for the last 20 minutes at Wembley . For some players this would be an education, an opportunity to experience the game from different areas of the pitch as they continue their development. With Barkley, it feels very different. He has had such a billing since he first broke in to the Everton them, with comparisons to the late, great Alan Ball, to the mercurial talents of Paul Gascoigne over recent times, that his name creates mild hysteria whenever it is mentioned. It seems particularly unfair to compare him with Ball, a man who controlled the tempo of matches when he was playing for Everton, Arsenal and England. He was also, notably, a World Cup winner. It should also be remembered that Gascoigne, who had a far better goalscoring record at Newcastle, had to wait until he was 21 to make his England debut, against Denmark in 1988. Barkley has serious potential, something Roy Hodgson and his coaching staff recognise with his regular appearances in the England squad. They, too, are baffled by Barkley's failure to hold down a regular, fixed position with his club because he is attentive and willing to learn during England's training sessions. Barkley has been compared with Alan Ball - pictured on the left celebrating England's 1966 World Cup win .

Summary: Ross Barkley has just two goals and two assists this season for Everton . This was the season Barkley was expected to come of age . But he has just two goals and two assists for the campaign with Everton . He says his favourite role is striker where can have the 'greatest impact' Roberto Martinez has used Barkley in a number of different positions .


Chart-topping singer Lorde has thrown her support behind her fellow countryman, Joe Irvine, who is at the centre of New Zealand's The X Factor controversy that ended in two judges being fired from the reality show. The 18-year-old songstress, who is originally from Auckland, sent Irvine cupcakes and a touching note after he was roasted by British singers Natalia Kills and Willy Moon following his rendition of Justin Timberlake's Cry Me A River on the show on Sunday. When giving her feedback to The X Factor contestant, Kills accused Irvine of copying husband Moon's style. Scroll down for video . New Zealand chart-topper Lorde sent Joe Irvine cupcakes and a handwritten note to show her support . Lorde is also from New Zealand and wrote: 'Just wanted to say: your individuality, positive energy and spirit are infectious!' Her comments, along with her spouse's, caused a social media storm, with people calling for their sacking. The network which airs the show, TV3, bowed to pressure and immediately fired the husband-and-wife duo. Support for Irvine came from all over the world, including from British singer Ed Sheeran, as people took to the internet, accusing Kills of copying the likes of Madonna, Lady Gaga and Willy Wonka. But Lorde took it one step further and sent the humbled Irvine a box of cupcakes which spelled out 'Keep Being Joe' and a handwritten letter. 'Just wanted to say: your individuality, positive energy and spirit are infectious!' the Royals singer wrote. 'I think you're doing on awesome job on the show so far. New Zealand's The X Factor contestant Joe Irvine was berated by judge Natalia Kills for stealing her husband's style . But the tirade did not stop with Kills, her husband - Willy Moon - also dished out his own harsh criticisms . 'I’m a performer too and I wanted to say that no matter how many people make fun of me for how I dress, move and act, I’m being me – and that’s what’s important. Good luck and lots of love, Lorde.' Irvine tweeted his appreciate of the gesture on his Twitter account, which now has more than 12,000 followers. 'Hey you are awsome [sic] I love ur music and wanna meet you thank u so much for the cupcakes xo,' he said. It comes as users on Twitter point out Natalia Kills' own look is far from original. They have pointed out the Bradford-born singer appears to have drawn inspiration from a range of different artists including Jessie J, Lady Gaga and even Johnny Depp for fashion tips of her own. Kills launched into a tirade at Joe on the first of the live shows, saying: 'Ladies and gentlemen, I'm just going to state the obvious, we have a doppelgänger in our midst. 'As an artist who respects creative integrity and intellectual property, I am disgusted at how much you've copied my husband.' Natalia's comments seemed to be based around the fact Joe had his hair slicked back and was wearing a suit, a look favoured by her husband of ten months.

Summary: Singer Lorde has thrown her support behind X Factor contestant Joe Irvine . Irvine tweeted a photo of cupcakes and a handwritten note from Lorde . Contestant became an online sensation overnight after he was humiliated . Judge Natalia Kills told Irvine he had stolen her husband's style and look . But fans have pointed out her style shares similarities with other artists . Kills and husband Willy Moon have both been sacked from the reality show .


Spotting a cat dart headlong under a car, he decided to give hot pursuit. But the heat of the chase soon turned into burning embarrassment for this little dog, as he became stuck in the car’s engine. Woody the Bedlington terrier was only discovered when his owner’s neighbour opened the bonnet of his Vauxhall Corsa to find a white furry face looking out from beside the engine. I think I'm stuck: Woody the Bedlington terrier peers out from beside the Vauxhall Corsa's engine . They were eventually forced to call the Plymouth fire brigade to release the three-year-old dog – who was covered in oil but otherwise unhurt after his ordeal last week. His master Mike Tracey, 52, said: ‘My neighbour opened up the bonnet of his car Woody was just sat there looking at me. It was almost like he was saying, “I’m stuck dad”.’ After trying to free him, with the help of fellow residents in Crownhill, Plymouth, the 52-year-old owner was forced to call the fire service for assistance. Free! Plymouth fire brigade released the three-year-old dog . Mr Tracey added: ‘We thought about using a jack to try and get him out but we were worried about something going wrong. ‘I didn’t really want to call the fire brigade and be one of those ‘cat stuck in a tree kind of people’ but they turned up and were absolutely brilliant.’ A crew from Crownhill fire station attended and helped free a bashful Woody by removing one of the leads within the engine, to allow him to be pried out of the top. The three-year-old dog was covered in oil but didn’t sustain any injuries during his mini-ordeal and was right as rain after a good bath. But Woody may need a bit longer to deal with the embarrassment after his unique ordeal. Mr Tracey, who works for an employment centre, added: ‘I think he was feeling a bit sheepish as there was a bit of a crowd to watch the firefighters get him out. ‘Even the firemen said ‘well, this is a new one’ when they turned-up. ‘I plan to go up to the station and say thank you to them because they didn’t take the mick at all and were really good about the whole thing. ‘Woody does seems a bit sulky but I suppose he has been through a lot.’

Summary: Woody was only discovered when owner’s neighbour opened car bonnet . Saw furry face of Bedlington terrier stuck in his Vauxhall Corsa's engine . His owner Mike Tracey said 'Woody was just sat there looking at me, almost like he was saying, “I’m stuck dad”' Firemen released the dog – who was covered in oil but otherwise unhurt .


Celtic captain Scott Brown has accused Dundee United forward Nadir Ciftci of 'blatantly' kicking him in the head and Aidan Connolly of diving in the fall-out from Sunday's controversial William Hill Scottish Cup quarter-final clash at Tannadice. The exciting 1-1 draw produced three red cards - one of which was a case of mistaken identity - and two penalties, one of which was saved. United boss Jackie McNamara claimed Brown's hefty challenge on Ciftci in the ninth minute sparked the rammy which ended with Hoops defender Virgil van Dijk and Paul Paton being red carded by Craig Thomson at the behest of his assistant Graham Chambers. Celtic's Scott Brown has accused Dundee United forward Nadir Ciftci of 'blatantly' kicking him in the head . Brown holds his head during the bad-tempered Scottish Cup quarter-final on Sunday afternoon . The United midfielder was mistaken for team mate Calum Butcher who had tangled on the ground with the Dutchman and the Tayside club have confirmed their intention to appeal the dismissal. Speaking at Lesser Hampden where he was publicising the Scottish League Cup final between the two teams at Hampden Park on Sunday - they will meet in the Scottish Cup replay and the Scottish Premiership in the immediate two games after that - the Scotland skipper said: 'I think it was a great tackle. The referee is five yards away and he had no problem with it. 'The linesman was 10 yards away and two of them had great views and you can clearly see on television that I have won the ball. 'I was kicked in the head (by Ciftci). You can blatantly see that. We will see what happens with that. 'At the time I didn't know who it was. I felt a boot against my face. Leigh Griffiths wheels away to celebrate his equaliser in the 1-1 draw with Dundee United . Celtic defender Virgil van Dijk (right) was sent off after only nine minutes of the Scottish Cup quarter-final . 'There was so much going on at the time, I didn't know who it was until I watched it again afterwards.' Ciftci scored from the spot on the stroke of half-time after Connolly was adjudged to have been fouled by Celtic forward Anthony Stokes in the box. The mayhem continued three minutes after the break when United defender Paul Dixon was dismissed for blocking a goal-bound drive by Leigh Griffiths with his arm. United keeper Radoslaw Cierzniak, who had a fine game, saved the consequent penalty by the Hoops striker, who made amends in the 71st minute when he headed in a Stefan Johansen cross. Parkhead manager Ronny Deila accused Connolly of diving to win the penalty, a view with which his captain concurred. 'It was a blatant dive,' said Brown. In a case of mistaken identity, the referee also sent off Dundee United's Paul Paton . The referee points to the spot after Aidan Connolly was brought down in the Celtic box . 'I was close by. Anthony put his leg in but you can see that he

Summary: Dundee United and Celtic drew 1-1 at Tannadice on Sunday . Three players were sent off in the bad-tempered Scottish Cup clash . Celtic captain Scott Brown claims Nadir Cifti kicked him in the head . He also accused Aidan Connolly of diving in the quarter-final .


Britain is prepared to take its sanctions against Russia to a ‘whole different level’ if Vladimir Putin ramps up his aggression, David Cameron has said. The Prime Minister said the Russian president has ‘ripped up’ the rule book and could not expect still to have access to international markets and finance. He said the West must be prepared to ‘settle in for a long and determined position’ against the Moscow government and that further incursions into Ukraine should be punished. David Cameron, pictured left, has said Britain is prepared to take its sanctions against Russia to a ‘whole different level’ if Vladimir Putin, pictured right, ramps up his aggression . Mr Cameron told the Wall Street Journal: ‘If Russia is going to rip up the rule book of the 21st century and destabilise a sovereign country, then the rest of the world should be prepared to say to Russia, well you can’t rip up one part of the international rule book while still having access to international markets, international finance, international systems.’ On continuing tensions in Ukraine, Mr Cameron said leaders had agreed to implement tougher sanctions against Russia if the ceasefire fails. Despite last month’s ceasefire, violence has continued to flare up across the region. Mr Cameron also reiterated his commitment to hold an in-out referendum on Britain’s membership of the European Union in 2017. While he believes the ‘right answer’ is for Britain to remain in the EU, Mr Cameron said he accepted that the country might vote to leave. He added: ‘You can’t stay in an organisation if your employer, the British public, doesn’t consent to it.’ Cameron, pictured left, said Putin, pictured right, had 'ripped up' the rule book and could not expect access to international markets and finance . The conflict in the east of Ukraine has plunged ties between Russia and the West to Cold War-era lows as Kiev, along with the US and the EU, say they have evidence that Moscow is arming the rebels and boosting their ranks with regular army soldiers. Russia has denied the accusations. The threat of an immediate cut to the gas supply from Russia to Ukraine was averted yesterday. Russian gas exporter Gazprom said it had received a prepayment that was enough to cover about five days of supply.

Summary: David Cameron says Russian president has 'ripped up' the rule book . Says Putin could not expect access to international markets and finance . PM says further incursions into Ukraine by Russia should be punished .


Australian soap Neighbours celebrates it's 30th anniversary this year and there's one woman who has been glued to every minute. From Scott and Charlene's wedding to Kate Ramsay being shot, Kerry Sturgeon, from Wakefield, West Yorkshire, has seen it all. She's watched every single episode for 30 years - and loves the soap so much she has never had a holiday for fear of missing one. Soap superfan Kerry from Wakefield, West Yorkshire has watched more than 7,000 episodes of Neighbours . The 42-year-old has watched more than 7,000 episodes - totalling more than 3,500 hours in front of the TV - a whopping 145 days of her life. The mother-of-three didn't even let giving birth stop her from tuning into the drama of Ramsay Street. She said: 'Going into labour never stopped me because it was always videoed. I remember having to set a timer on the video player. I would set it for half past one until half past two so I didn't miss it. 'I knew if I set it for a whole hour I would definitely have it all recorded.' Kerry said she began watching Neighbours - which first aired in 1985 - when she was in school and fell in love with the happy-go-lucky characters. She said: 'I've never missed an episode. Not a single one. I started watching it in school. We would come home and have our tea and watch Neighbours. 'My favourite character of all time was Cheryl Stark. I absolutely loved her. She was so funny and she was never sad. She was my favourite. She was just happy, loud and outrageous. 'When she first came into the show she had won the lottery and she was buying these big boats that were in Ramsay Street.' Kerry and husband Mark, 52, have been together for 27 years and have three sons. But despite their busy home life, Kerry always makes time for the show and Mark is now a Neighbours fan too. Kerry has been watching Neigbours since it first aired in 1985, pictured are the original cast including Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan . The mother-of-three even recorded her favourite soap when she was giving birth so she wouldn't miss a thing . Kerry said: 'My husband and I have been together for 27 years and we have always watched it together. I got him hooked on it when we met and now he can't miss an episode either. 'Neighbours makes me laugh so much. I love the relationship between Karl and Susan Kennedy. 'Karl and Susan have divorced so many times. I don't like to see them apart. I adore that couple. I don't like it when they split. 'I like to see them as me and my husband, so I hate it when they break up. I end up in floods because I don't want to imagine it happening to us. Karl only has eyes for Susan really.' Kerry loved watching Kylie aka Charlene tie the knot with Jason aka Scott in 1988 . The school catering assistant, who has

Summary: Kerry Sturgeon from Wakefield has watched over seven thousand episodes . 42-year-old didn't even let giving birth stop her from watching soap . Mother-of-three set the video recorder every time she went into labour . Neighbours has been on air 30 years and is broadcast to over 50 countries .


Britain's most dangerous roads are in Lincolnshire, a new report has revealed. The county was named as the place where more drivers, passengers and pedestrians were killed than anywhere else in the country. The study also found that residents living in rural communities nationally were more likely to be 'killed or seriously injured' on the roads. This is because vehicles travel faster and there are fewer traffic calming measures, according to the research carried out by the Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTs) and Direct Line Car Insurance. Grimsby, pictured, had the highest road casualty rate on roads in Britain, according to a new study . This is compared to more urban areas where casualty rates were well below the national average. The report calculated the casualty rates for residents of each parliamentary constituency. Those in the North and East of England had the highest in Britain, with both Lincolnshire and Lancashire having three constituencies each in the top ten. It concluded that Great Grimsby, Lincolnshire, had the highest road casualty rate in Britain. The town's casualty figures were 53 per cent higher her than the national average. Banff and Buchan in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, had the highest number of people killed or seriously injured, with figures 111 per cent above the national average. By contrast, South Wales had the lowest rates for casualties killed or seriously injured. Four Cardiff constituencies, along with Torfaen and Newport West, ranked in the bottom 10. In 2013 a total of 183,670 people were reported injured on British roads, including 23,370 killed or seriously injured, at a cost to society of £15 billion. There are three main factors affecting deaths and serious injury on the roads, the report said. The first is the driver's behaviour, including speeding, drink and drug driving, non-use of seat-belts and use of mobiles behind the wheel. Grimsby's casualty figures were 53 per cent higher than the national average. Pictured: Grimsby . The second is the safety quality of the road network itself and the vehicles using it, and the third is the quality of emergency medical system and trauma care in that particular region. David Davies, Executive Director of PACTS said: 'Road collisions remain a major cause of death and serious injury in Britain. 'Traffic danger has a significant negative influence on society, it discourages people from walking or cycling, restricts the freedom of children and means vulnerable road users feel intimidated. 'Despite great improvements in emergency services and trauma care, thousands of victims of road collisions are left with life-changing injuries while the families of casualties also find their lives changed forever.' Mike Holliday-Williams, Managing Director Personal Lines at Direct Line added: 'Good information is an essential basis for effective road safety action. 'Now, for the first time, MPs have specific road casualty information based on their constituency boundaries and its residents. 'We hope the Road Safety Dashboard will provide a catalyst for action aimed at reducing deaths and injury at a local level, as the diversity of results demonstrate there is a no 'one size fits all' solution .

Summary: Study finds Britain's most dangerous roads are in Lincolnshire . Place where most drivers, passengers and pedestrians were killed . Study carried out by PACTS and Direct Line Car Insurance .


Islamic State fighters have been showing off their embarrassingly poor culinary skills on social media. Old British favourite fish and chips appears to be the most popular dish badly cooked by homesick jihadis in Syria and Iraq. Much of their terrible attempts at catering appears to be done with childish simplicity and little consideration for a balance diet. Soggy looking chips always seem to feature in photos, accompanied usually with an over-cooked piece of tough meat or an under-grilled fish. Salad rarely features on the dinner plates of most ISIS fighters, usually left behind as ornamental decoration. Soggy looking chips seem to be the most common side option, accompanying usually an over-cooked piece of tough meat or an under-grilled fish. Salad rarely features on the dinner plates of most ISIS fighters, usually left behind as ornamental decoration. Tasteless flat bread always seems to be another popular side dish. Easy to source from the locals, the dry bread looks distinctly unappetizing. On rare occasions better quality meat like crab is proudly shown off on social media by the members of the extremist group. Crab is considered haram (forbidden) according to some schools of thought in Islam. On rare occasions better quality meat like crab is proudly shown off on social media by the members of the extremist group. Crab is considered haram (forbidden) according to some schools of thought in Islam. The blue crab is seen as a rare treat for many of jihadis. Fatty chunks of meat and a few odd looking vegetables are crudely prepared for the a unit of savage ISIS fighters in Syria. Much of their attempts at catering appears to be done with childish simplicity and little consideration for a balance diet. Even McDonalds fast food have been smuggled across from Turkey to accommodate for ISIS fighters' love of the hugely popular American chain. A delighted fighter, known only as Ghareeb, posted a picture of a McDonalds bag on his social media page. According to the fighter, one of his friends allegedly managed to bring in a bag full of five cheese burgers when they traveled into Syria. Starved of any variety in his diet, the fighter tweeted it was first time in two years since he last ate one of McDonald's famous cheeseburger. Even McDonalds have been smuggled across from Turkey to accommodate for ISIS fighters' love of the American fast food chain. Flapjacks, crisps and packets of cocoa powder all appear to be rare novelties for many ISIS fighters in Syria and Iraq. Stolen rations have also been displayed on social media, with fighters taking great pleasure in sampling some of the finer foods given to Kurdish and other rebel fighter groups. Flapjacks, crisps and packets of cocoa powder all appear to be rare novelties for many ISIS fighters in Syria and Iraq. Most of their meals seem to be washed down with an assortment of teeth-rotting sweet fizzy drinks. One fighter posted a photo of a whole fridge, packed to the roof with a range of cans and bottle of pop. Most of their meals

Summary: Soggy looking chips seem to be the most common side option . McDonald's cheeseburgers have even been smuggled by hungry jihadis . Flapjacks, crisps and packets of cocoa powder all appear to be rare novelties . Most food appears to be childishly simple with little consideration for a balanced diet .


Andy Sullivan's bid to qualify for his first major championship ended in emphatic fashion on the second day of the Hassan Trophy at Golf du Palais Royal on Friday. Sullivan needed to win his third European Tour title of the season or finish alone in second to climb into the world's top 50 before Monday's deadline to secure a place in the Masters in a fortnight's time. However, the 28-year-old from Nuneaton could only add a 75 to his opening 74 in Agadir, with his hopes extinguished courtesy of a quintuple-bogey nine on the par-four fourth, his 13th hole of the day. Englishman Andy Sullivan, pictured in action in Agadir, has failed in his bid to qualify for the Masters . 'There was a lot of pressure on my shoulders to perform,' Sullivan told Sky Sports 4. 'I tried to take it off as much as possible but came into it with not really enough preparation. 'I hit a lot of good shots but the bad ones really hurt me. That's golf and I am lucky to just have the opportunity to get into the Masters to be honest. If someone had said that at the start of the year I would have said 'no chance'. 'To have the opportunity to do it was amazing but it's golf, it comes back and bites you a lot of the time. I need to go away and work harder and bounce back from this, but I am not going to be too downhearted. I look back on the golf I have played this year and I have played well.' France's Alexander Levy, who needed to finish joint second or better to make the trip to Augusta, also looked to have missed out after a 75 left him three over par, two shots outside the projected cut. But England's Tommy Fleetwood had kept his hopes of claiming the required win alive with a 71 to finish three under, three behind the clubhouse target set by Spain's Rafael Cabrera-Bello following a second consecutive 69. France's Alexander Levy looks to have also missed out on Augusta after a second-round 75 . Spain's Rafael Cabrera-Bello hits his tee shot on the 10th, his first hole, during the second round on Friday .

Summary: Andy Sullivan failed to qualify for his first major championship . Sullivan could only card a second-round 75 at the Hassan Trophy . The 28-year-old had a quintuple-bogey nine on the par-four fourth hole .


David Beckham has a whole host of celebrity friends and it appears he's added tennis superstar Rafael Nadal to the ever growing list. The former footballer was out celebrating fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger's birthday and posed for a snap with the Spaniard. Beckham is currently out in United States discussing plans for his proposed MLS franchise, while Nadal is in preparing to play in the Miami Open with the first round getting underway on Thursday. David Beckham (left) and Rafael Nadal posed for a photo with singer Thalia at the birthday event . The sporting superstars were out celebrating fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger's (left) birthday in Miami . The ex-England captain revealed plans to launch a new $25 million MLS franchise after exercising an option tied into the lucrative contract he signed after making a potentially risky move from Madrid to Los Angeles Galaxy in 2007. But the development of a new stadium has hit a snag, with an adequate location yet to be approved; team management, name and kit colours have also yet to be finalised by Beckham and his fellow investors. In March, a Beckham source told The Guardian: ‘Things are progressing in Miami, and we are very much on track in our plans. The Spaniard is in the USA to play in the Miami Open and is expected to be fit despite rolling his ankle . ‘David Beckham is very positive about the future of the club and he continues to enjoy incredible support from the people in Miami. ‘Right now, our focus is on identifying the location for a purpose-built stadium that will be the team’s permanent home.’ Nadal had an injury scare during a hitting session with Grigor Dimitrov on Monday morning. After appearing to role his ankle, the No 2 seed limped off before being seen moving a lot more freely as he returned to his car - much to the relief of the competition organisers. Nadal looked in good spirits despite suffering an injury scare earlier in the week during a training session .

Summary: David Beckham was pictured with Rafael Nadal while out in Miami . The duo were celebrating fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger's birthday . Beckham is still in discussions about his proposed MLS franchise . Nadal is set to play in the Miami Open despite an injury scare .


A teenager who pulled out so much of her hair she was left nearly bald has shaved her head in an effort to tackle her condition. Eden Cahill, 15 from County Antrim, Northern Ireland, suffers from trichotillomania. The condition means she is compelled to pull out her hair, eyelashes and eyebrows – something she has done since she was six years old. By the time she was a teenager, Eden had hardly any hair at the top and the sides of her face, only a layer of hair at the base of her neck. However, in a bid to battle trichotillomania, she has recently shaved off her hair and set up her own YouTube channel to document her journey. Scroll down for video . Eden Cahill, 15, shaved off her head in order to tackle trichotillomania - a condition that compelled her to pull out her hair, eyebrows and eyelashes . Eden started pulling out her hair at age six as it brought her a sense of relief (she is pictured left before she started pulling). By the time she was a teenager she was almost bald (right) Eden said: 'I remember the moment I started to pull my hair out. I was at my grandma's watching television and I felt an odd hair. 'I pulled it out and it felt right so I carried on pulling a lot more after that. 'The day I shaved my hair I felt a major release, I felt so much better about everything and my head felt free.' Trichotillomania is an impulse-control disorder - a condition where a person is unable to stop themselves carrying out a particular action. Some experts think hair pulling is a type of addiction, while others believe it may be a way of relieving stress and anxiety. By her teenage years, Eden was bald all bar some hair at the side and back of her head. This led people to ask if she had chemotherapy, or alopecia, comments she says were upsetting. At school, she wore a headband 24 hours a day to hide her baldness, and clipped hair extensions on to her remaining hair. Trichotillomania is a condition where a person feels compelled to pull their hair out. They may pull out the hair on their head or in other places, such as their eyebrows or eyelashes. Trichotillomania is an impulse-control disorder - a psychological condition where you are unable to stop yourself carrying out a particular action. It is not known what causes trichotillomania but there are several theories. Some experts think hair pulling is a type of addiction. The more you pull your hair out, the more you want to keep doing it. Trichotillomania may be a reflection of a mental health problem. Psychological and behavioural theories suggest that hair pulling may be a way of relieving stress or anxiety. In some cases, trichotillomania may be a form of self-harm, where you deliberately injure yourself as a way of seeking temporary relief from emotional distress. The most effective treatment is therapy to change your hair-pulling behaviour, combined

Summary: Eden Cahill, 15, began pulling out her hair, eyebrows and lashes at age six . She suffers from trichotillomania - which compels her to tear out her hair . As a teenager was almost completely bald and wore a thick headband . Decided to shave her hair to beat the condition once and for all . Set up a YouTube channel in order to raise awareness to the condition .


Families are to foot the bill for Sky’s decision to pay £4.2billion for Premier League football rights after the firm sneaked out an inflation-busting price rise on Budget Day. The firm is putting up the price of its Family bundle of channels by nine per cent or £3 a month to £36, or £432 a year. The bundle does not even include its sports channels, which means those who have no interest in football are subsidising Sky’s deal to show Premier League games. Scroll down for video . Sky is putting up the price of its Family bundle of channels by nine per cent or £3 a month, just weeks after it paid £4.2billion for the rights to screen 126 live Premier League football games a season from 2016 to 2019 . Sky paid £4.2billion to broadcast 126 live games a season from 2016 to 2019 in the Premier League . Sky is also putting up the price of its Sports Bundle, which includes a basic range of channels plus seven dedicated to sport, by £1 a month to £47 - £564 a year. Film fans will also be hit with a 50p a month increase in the cost of the Sky Movies package and some £1.50 a month more for the combination of movies and sport. Critics say the price rises appear to be an attempt to recoup the huge sum that will be paid to super rich clubs like Manchester United, Chelsea and Manchester City. Sky paid £4.2 billion to show 126 live English Premier League matches a season from 2016 to 2019. That equates to £11m per game, which is up by 66per cent compared to the current TV deal. Analysts suggested the TV giant overpaid for the football rights in order to fend off competition from BT and others, however it is clear that the pain is now being passed to viewers, whether they like sport or not. When the deal was announced, the Premier League’s chief executive, Richard Scudamore, heralded it as a success story for the nation’s biggest and richest clubs. However, it is viewers who will be funding the Ferraris, Lamborghinis and £200,000 a week contracts of the likes of Wayne Rooney, Yaya Toure, Eden Hazard, and Falcao. The company, which has more than 11m customers in the UK, bid about £300m a year more than analysts had expected in February’s auction. At the time Jeremy Darroch, Sky’s chief executive, said the bill would largely be financed by cost cuts, however, he hinted that price rises would be necessary. Sky suggested its customers would not have to foot the bill for the record Premier League TV deal . This graphic charts the significant rise of domestic Premier League TV revenue from 1992 until 2019 . The timing of the announcement appears designed to limit media coverage. Details appeared on the firm’s website on Wednesday, when the nation’s attention was focused on George Osborne’s Budget. Attempts to reach Sky spokesmen were frustrated by the fact most were at the London premiere of the new season of

Summary: Sky is putting up the price of its Family bundle of channels to £432 a year . It comes after Sky's £4.2billion payout for Premier League football rights . Also putting up price of Sport Bundle by £1 a month making it £564 a year . Critics say rises appear to be attempt to recoup sum paid for football rights . Firm to show 126 live English Premier League matches a season from 2016 .


The top ten list of the most expensive clothes and props from some of the most famous films in movie history has been revealed by memorabilia experts. Sold for £2.9m ($4.5m), the dress Actress Audrey Hepburn wore in My Fair Lady was the most valuable item on the list. The top ten run down was compiled to mark the recent Oscar's ceremony and charts the most valuable items of memorabilia and how much they finally went for at auction. Scroll down for video . Audrey Hepburn's Ascot dress (left), from My Fair Lady (1964), sold in 2011 for £2.9m ($4.5m) - The film based on the George Bernard Shaw play Pygmalion won eight Oscars . Obvious box office favourites like Star Wars and the Wizard of Oz were on the list, but it was the dress Audrey Hepburn wore in the Ascot scene of the critically acclaimed 1964 musical that topped the lot. Second on the list was James Bond's Aston Martin DB5 which featured in Goldfinger and Thunderball which sold for £2.67m ($4.1m) in 2010. A prop from the all-time classic film Casablanca - the piano from Rick's Cafe Americain - came in third. It sold last year for £2.2m ($3.3m). Original props and costumes from The Wizard of Oz were among the most sought-after and valuable of all movie memorabilia, with the most expensive being the original costume worn by Burt Lahr as the Cowardly Lion. The costume, which was made from genuine lion skin and fur, sold last year for a record £2m ($3.077m). The list also includes the Orson Welles' Oscar for Best Screenplay which he was awarded for Citizen Kane, a Panavision PSR 35 mm camera used by George Lucas during principle photography on the Star Wars film and Aragorn's sword from Lord of the Rings. James Bond's Aston Martin DB5 from the films Goldfinger (1964) and Thunderball (19), sold in 2010 for $4.1m . Sam's upright Moroccan-looking piano from Rick's Bar in 1942 film Casablanca sold in 2014 for £2.3m ($3.4m) All-time classic: The movie won three Oscars and starred Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman and Paul Henreid . Charlton Heston's ceremonial costume (left) from Ben-Hur (1959), sold in 2011 for £261,000 ($393,600), while the Cowardly lion costume (right) from The Wizard of Oz (1939), sold in 2014 for £2.04 ($3.07m) Musical landmark the 1939 Wizard of Oz Starred Julie Garland and won two Oscars, one for best music original song and another for best music original score . The list was compiled by Picollecta, an online community for collectors. Dawn Bruce, from Picollecta said: 'I think the reason pieces like these sell so well is because of how iconic the films are. 'The My Fair Lady dress is one of Audrey Hepburn's most popular films, along with Breakfast At Tiffany's, and the style in that film is held in high regard. 'It's the same with pieces from Casablanca and The Wizard of Oz, it represents a time in cinema that seems so far away now, so different from ours. Orson Welles' Oscar for Best Screenplay (left)

Summary: Items for films Star Wars and Wizard of Oz among the most valuable . Second was the Aston DB5 from Goldfinger which went for £2.67m ($4.1m) Audrey Hepburn's black My Fair Lady dress sold for £2.9m ($4.5m) Private collectors pay extravagant prices to get hold of most iconic props .


A man with taste for the unusual has become the newest internet hit in China due his bizarre outfits. Guo Li, who is believed to be around 50-years-old, regularly roams his hometown in Zhengzhou, central China, wearing a brightly coloured bra over a jumper, a pair of tights and women's ankle boots. In a series of pictures covered by the People's Daily, the man has attracted huge public attention ranging from his bizarre appearance to his story behind him. Unusual: Guo Li fills his bras with two dried steamed buns. He told Chinese media that he used to use apples but people stole his apples all the time . 'Bra Brother' is well-known in Zhengzhou in central China. He often goes to parks or does shopping in his signature outfit . Mr Guo is billed by the Chinese as the 'Bra Brother' and is well-known in Zhengzhou for his bizarre appearance. He told one reporter that he only covers the bra up if it is raining or if it's too cold and he needs to wear a coat. It seems that nobody knows why he dresses up like this exactly, but previous posts suggested that he might have been traumatised by a marriage in his early years. Mr Guo declined to go into details of his back story. But he told the reporter that after he was divorced, he has been detained based on allegations of a girlfriend. He said he is a big fan of ballet and has always liked the idea of tights. After he was released he started wearing women's clothes. Despite being detained several times by the local authorities due to his unusual appearance, Mr Guo said he won't give up his freedom of expression . 'I wear what I like, it's my right!' Mr Guo said. Despite being detained several times by the local authorities for his outfit - and on one occasion being dragged off to a mental institution – Mr Guo said he will never give up his right to freedom of expression. Mr Guo's ensemble often also includes a flower in his hair, and a garishly coloured umbrella usually carried regardless of whether or not it is raining. In his bedroom, Mr Guo keeps many classic Chinese literature, including a Chinese historiography . Mr Guo wears bra every day except when it's too cold and he has to wear a big coat . Perhaps in order to make a good imitation, Mr Guo used to stick apples inside the bra but he said people often stole these apples. That's why he has decided to replace apples with dried steamed buns. 'People laugh at me, and point, but it only makes me even more determined to dress like this. 'I just like to do what makes me happy and dressing like this is my main pleasure.' 'Bra Brother' also bring an umbrella every day to complete his look .

Summary: Guo Li roams the city of Zhengzhou wearing a bar over a sweater every day . He also sports tights and boots with the outfit . Bizarre outfit could be caused by an unhappy marriage in early years . He has been detained several times for his outfit . He said he will never give up right to freedom of expression .


While Vautour’s 15-length demolition job in the JLT Novices’ Chase was breathtaking, almost as significant was the reaction of trainer Willie Mullins and jockey Ruby Walsh. They clearly feel he is the cream of their crop and are talking 2016 Gold Cup. But he shows so much speed, at this stage I would favour his RSA Chase-winning stablemate Don Poli for that race ahead of him. Vautour and Ruby Walsh romp home to a 15-length victory in the JLT Novices' Chase . Trainer Willie Mullins (bottom right) and Walsh have the 2016 Gold Cup in mind for Vautour . Darna gave jockey David Bass a first Festival win in the Brown Advisory and Merriebell Stable Plate and underlined the resurgence of trainer Kim Bailey. It is 20 years since Bailey landed the Champion Hurdle and Gold Cup double with Alderbrook and Master Oats. David Bass cheers after Darna gave him a first Festival win in the Brown Advisory and Merriebell Stable Plate . Martin still on the ball . A second win at the meeting for trainer David Pipe, courtesy of The Package in the Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup, had his father and my old boss, Martin, buzzing. ‘It was a certainty,’ he gleefully told me after he won under Irish amateur jockey Jamie Codd. It goes to show that Martin might be retired but his competitive instinct burns as strong as ever. Jamie Codd and The Package claimed victory in the Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup .

Summary: Vautour’s 15-length demolition job in the JLT Novices’ Chase was breathtaking . Willie Mullins and Ruby Walsh clearly feel he is the cream of their crop and are talking 2016 Gold Cup . Darna gave jockey David Bass a first Festival win and underlined the resurgence of trainer Kim Bailey . A second win at the meeting for trainer David Pipe, courtesy of The Package, had his father and my old boss, Martin, buzzing .


A woman who fractured her neighbour's skull with a claw hammer has told the jury that she 'only wanted to knock him out'. Lisa Williams, 49, admitting hitting David Coleman, 54, three times in the head with the hammer after a long-running dispute between their two families about a fence. But she claimed she was acting in self-defence after Mr Coleman got into a fight with her brother and told the court she has 'learned you don't knock people out with hammers'. The families had been 'neighbours at war' for eight years and Mr Coleman claimed the Williams would throw dog faeces into the garden and bang on walls at night to stop them sleeping. Lisa Williams, 49, (left) admitting hitting David Coleman, 54, (right) three times in the head with the hammer after a long-running dispute between their two families about a fence . Mr Coleman from Chingford, north-east London, also claimed Williams hated him because he looked like her ex-partner. A brawl erupted in June 2013 when Mr Coleman confronted Williams' brother Jonathan about mud smeared all over his front bay windows, Snaresbrook Crown court heard. Jonathan Williams was said to have got the upper hand in the fight and pinned Mr Coleman to the ground before his sister emerged from their house brandishing a hammer. A brawl erupted when Mr Coleman confronted Williams' brother about mud smeared on his windows, Snaresbrook Crown court (pictured) heard . Williams admitted striking Mr Coleman three times to the head with the hammer but claims she was acting in self-defence and denied causing grievous bodily harm with intent. 'I hit him three times on the head with the hammer, the third time I used more [force] than I used for the first two, I wanted to knock him out, I wanted him to stop,' she said. When asked if she had stopped to think what type of injury a hammer blow would cause she said: 'No, I've since learned you don't knock people out with hammers - I thought he was going to kill us.' She claimed at one point in the fight Mr Coleman was straddling her, saying: 'I think I was concussed, it was so quick - I was concussed, I was woolly headed and what followed was as a result of being woolly headed. 'It was awful, I couldn't think straight, Jonathan was trying to release Mr Coleman's grip from him - he wouldn't let go and he kept flailing his legs out at my brother's legs.' 'I was horrified, it's like you're fighting for your life, it's like the whole world is caving in.' She claimed that she stopped when her brother managed to grab the hammer out of her hands. Other witnesses claim it was a third neighbour Bernard Mason, who ran from his home to break up the fight and disarm Williams. His wife Pamela Mason was forced to sit on her to restrain her until the police arrived, it has been claimed. The trial continues. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article.

Summary: Lisa Williams, 49, admitted bludgeoning neighbour in head with hammer . David Coleman's skull was fractured during the attack in June 2013 . Families had been 'neighbours at war' for years due to dispute over fence . Williams' brother Jonathan got in fight with Mr Coleman over smeared mud . Lisa said she was defending herself and only meant to knock Coleman out . She denied causing grievous bodily harm during earlier hearing .


A man who allegedly made bombs for a terrorist group responsible for a string of attacks in New York more than 40-years ago has been revealed to be living in leafy suburbia as a high school teacher. Ronald Fliegelman is said to have built explosives for the far-left group Weather Underground who ran a terrifying campaign across the country during the 1970s. But according to a new book seen byThe New York Post, after avoiding prison on a technicality he managed to build a successful, 25-year career in the classroom after the group disbanded - and still hasn't served a day in prison. Ronald Fliegelman built explosives for the far-left group Weather Underground who ran a terrifying campaign across the country during the 1970s . Firefighters work at extinguishing the fire at a residence in Greenwich Village on March 6, 1970. Three members of the Weather Underground were killed when a bomb went off prematurely . Bryan Burrough's book, Days of Rage: America's Radical Underground, the FBI, and the Forgotten Age of Revolutionary Violence, states Fliegelman is now living a quiet life in Park Slope in Brooklyn after retiring. But the author, who also penned the books Public Enemies about America's crime wave in the 1930s and 40s, say's the culprit is not sorry for what he has done. Burroughs told The Post: 'Ron is proud of what he did.' The Weathermen, as they were popularly known, was set up in 1969 and run by the co-founder Bill Ayers. He went on to become a University of Chicago professor and his friendship with Barack Obama was questioned during the 2008 race for the White House. The Weathermen, as they were popularly known, was set up in 1969 and run by the co-founder Bill Ayers (pictured in 2013) The group was mostly of white and middle class and advocated the overthrow of the US government. Their name was based on the Bob Dylan lyric: 'You don't need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows.' In 1970 they waged they issued a 'Declaration of a State of War' against the United States. The same year a bomb exploded inside a Greenwich Village, New York, residence prematurely, killing three members. They also staged attacks on the Capitol Building in Washington D.C after the invasion of Laos in 1971, and targeted the New York Department of Corrections building in Albany after 29 inmates died during the Attica prison riot the same year. According to The Post one of the Weathermen told Burroughs: 'We believed Third World countries would rise up and cause crises that would bring down the industrialized West, and we believed it was going to happen tomorrow, or maybe the day after tomorrow.' Former group member Howie Machtinger added: 'The myth, and this is always Bill Ayers’ line, is that Weather never set out to kill people, and it’s not true — we did. 'You know, policemen were fair game.' The New York Post approached Fliegelman in leafy Park Slope and asked him about his past. 'What happened 40 years ago is

Summary: Ronald Fliegelman, 70, is said to have built explosives for the far-left group, The Weather Underground . Ran a terrifying campaign of attacks across the country in the 1970s . Information revealed in new book by Bryan Burroughs . He claims Fliegelman is 'proud' of what he did .


The Golden Bear got a gold medal - and apparently caused House Speaker John Boehner to tear up. Congress on Tuesday awarded its highest civilian honor to golfing great Jack Nicklaus, who accepted the gold medal with a few tears, humility and humor. In a ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda, the House and Senate leadership bestowed the award on Nicklaus, winner of 18 major championships, including six Masters titles, five PGA championships and four U.S. Opens. John Boehner, an avid golfer who is also known for crying publicly, was photographed misty-eyed at the event while sitting next to Nicklaus. Scroll down for video . Shedding tears: Congress on Tuesday awarded its highest civilian honor to golfing great Jack Nicklaus (seen next to Speaker John Boehner), who accepted the gold medal with a few tears, humility and humor . Not the only one: John Boehner, an avid golfer who is also known for crying publicly, got misty-eyed at the event . Honored: The 75-year-old Nicklaus recalled the hard work of his parents, praised his family and paid tribute to his wife, Barbara . Speech: An emotional Nicklaus told his family that his whole life he wanted to make them proud of him, and 'hopefully I have' Support: Barbara Nicklaus, center, and her son Jack Nicklaus II, right, sit in the audience on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, as Jack Nicklaus speaks . 'Few transcend their sport to achieve that kind of moment, or this kind of honor,' said Boehner, who grew emotional at times during the ceremony. He continued 'With Arnie (Palmer), it was how he brought an audience to the game - an army. With Jack, it's how he gave the game a gold standard - a ladder to climb.' The 75-year-old Nicklaus, dubbed the Golden Bear, recalled the hard work of his parents, praised his family and paid tribute to his wife, Barbara. Nicklaus was quoted by Devil Ball Golf as saying 'She is responsible for 15 of my major championships. I'll give myself three of them.' He recalled that when his son Jack was six, he was asked what his father did for a living. The younger Nicklaus said, 'nothing, he just plays golf.' An emotional Nicklaus told his family that his whole life he wanted to make them proud of him, and 'hopefully I have.' Politicians: House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House John Boehner and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell are seen with Nicklaus . Guests: Donald Trump and his spouse Melania Knauss-Trump were also present at the Tuesday ceremony (left), as was Arnold Palmer (right) Celebration: The Ohio State marching band performed for the Ohio-born Nicklaus on Tuesday . The speakers, from congressional leaders to Nicklaus' son, recalled the drama of the golfer's 1986 win at the Masters. They praised Nicklaus' charitable work, including the Nicklaus Children's Health Care Foundation, which recently pledged $60 million to the Miami Children's Health System. The Washington Post quoted Jim Nantz, an announcer for the PGA Tour, as saying 'He has been an American treasure and our gift to

Summary: Congress awarded its highest civilian honor to golfing great Jack Nicklaus, who accepted the gold medal with a few tears, humility and humor . The House and Senate leadership bestowed the award on Nicklaus, winner of 18 major championships . An emotional Nicklaus told his family that his whole life he wanted to make them proud of him, and 'hopefully I have'


This stylish granny was spotted driving through the streets on her modified mobility scooter. Teenager David Richards took a photo of the elderly driver as she waited at a zebra crossing in Orpington, south east London yesterday. The woman, who was wearing a purple head scarf and cream coat, appeared to have given her scooter a makeover - complete with eye-catching bright white bodywork. Glamorous granny: The woman was pictured on her mobility scooter - which boasts striking white bodywork . David, a pupil at St Olave's Grammar School, said there was a queue of traffic behind the scooter - which was travelling at roughly 20mph. The 17-year-old added that the striking vehicle was making a loud noise. He said: 'I took a picture and sent it to a friend and at first he didn't believe me, but it's completely genuine. 'It was around 3.20pm and I was walking past when I saw her, the scooter was making quite a loud noise like the engine was labouring maybe. 'It was going about 20mph and there was quite a queue of traffic behind her, I've never seen anything like this before.' 'It looked like a side car, but one that acted as a motorcycle. I don't think she had license plates, but the bike looked a bit customised.' Spotted: David Richards took a photo of the elderly driver as she waited at a zebra crossing in London .

Summary: Stylish granny was spotted on the streets of Bromley, south east London . She was wearing purple scarf, cream coat and driving modified scooter . Teenager took a photo of the woman as she stopped at zebra crossing .


A Masterchef contestant who built a restaurant in a hut in her back garden may have to pull it down after failing to get planning permission. Kathryn Minchew, who was a semi-finalist on the BBC show, set up a restaurant in a Finnish summer house in her back garden - but it has now got her in hot water with the local council. Now Mrs Minchew, who was a contestant on the show in 2008, may have to pull down the 'food hut' she opened at her home in Gloucester, because she did not secure planning permission. Scroll down for video . Masterchef semi-finalist Kathryn Minchew (pictured) may have to pull down the ‘food hut’ she opened in the back garden of her home in Gloucester because she did not secure planning permission . She opened her tiny 'Gloucester Studio' eaterie last November and it has proved popular with locals because of its intimate atmosphere. The restaurant features just two tables and opens for exclusive bookings and special events only. Built around a single hexagonal table it seats just six diners, who all sit across from each other on wooden benches that are covered in reindeer hide. A summer house was already in the garden when Mrs Minchew and her husband James moved in - but she did not realise she had to apply for planning permission to use it as a restaurant. But Gloucester City Council officials visited the restaurant and told her she must apply for if she has any hope of keeping it. Mrs Minchew opened her tiny 'Gloucester Studio' eaterie last November and it has proved popular with locals . The restaurant features just two tables and only opens for exclusive bookings and special events . 'When I first looked into building my studio, my builders and I believed that planning permission was not necessary,' she said. 'It was only at the end of the year that someone from Gloucester City Council contacted me. 'I immediately invited him to visit and he is satisfied about the business activity but he felt that contrary to my research, planning permission was needed. 'I don't think you can really take something like that personally and everyone I have been in contact with has been lovely.' Mrs Minchew's creation was inspired by a trip to Barcelona, where she visited a restaurant set in an apartment in the city. The restaurant was inspired by a trip to Barcelona, where Mrs Minchew visited a restaurant in an apartment . Mrs Minchew said her neighbours have so far been 'very enthusiastic' about the restaurant in her garden . She currently takes two bookings a month in her restaurant, set in a Finnish Kota hut, and said neighbours have so far been 'very enthusiastic' about the project. She added: 'I think what makes Gloucester Studio popular is that my customers get to enjoy an evening out that has all the benefits of a night in with friends but with someone else cooking, serving and washing up. While the menu constantly changes, a sample three-course menu, set

Summary: Kathryn Minchew was a semi-finalist on the BBC amateur cooking contest . She opened a restaurant in a Finnish summer house in her back garden . It has just two tables and opens for exclusive bookings and special events . Mrs Minchew said neighbours have been 'very enthusiastic' about project . But she may have to pull it down after failing to get planning permission .


A Virginia chiropractor has been indicted on suspicion of intentionally shooting dead a family's beloved German Shepherd with a bow and arrow. Court documents read in Fauquier County on Monday claim 47-year-old Howard Van Nostrand killed five-year-old Morgan on October 3 during deer hunting season because he was scared of being cornered by dogs. However, the same court documents also state that Van Nostrand was 15-feet above the ground in a tree stand when he pulled the trigger. Killed: Morgan was shot dead by two arrows fired by Virginia chiropractor Howard Van Nostrand on October 3 . Devastated: Craig and Karen LeValley have said they are distraught at losing their beloved family pet . According to owner's, Craig and Karen LeValley, they first realized something was wrong when their other German Shepherd, Zeus, returned from a run around outside their property without Morgan. They received a phone call from Fauguier County Sheriff's around one hour later following a failed attempt to find their dog and discovered Morgan dead from two arrows according to Fox News. Nostrand had told police his childhood fears of being cornered by dogs had caused him to shoot Morgan, however, the LeValley's refute this. They say texts sent between Van Nostrand and another hunter who was there in the tree stands prove his intent. Memories: The LeValley's have set up a Facebook page called Paws for Morgan on which they have posted pictures of their dog as a puppy (right) The text were read out in court and allegedly reveal one hunter ask Van Nostrand what to do about the two dogs who were out on a run around the LeValley's property. He allegedly replied he would take care of it and shot Morgan twice. Van Nostrand has never denied shooting Morgan, but claims it was out of fear because he had been 'cornered by dogs when he was younger and didn’t want to take that chance again.' The chiropractors legal counsel asked for a plea bargain but the request was denied according to Fox News. Van Nostrand will appear in front of a grand jury on March 23 and is charged with cruelty to animals and destruction of personal property greater than $1,000. The case now moves to a jury trial.

Summary: Howard Van Nostrand, 47, was indicted in Virginia court on Monday . Shot dead five-year-old German Shepherd Morgan on hunting trip . Claims it was because he was scared but the dog's owners say he lies .


Aston Villa manager Tim Sherwood has united the dressing room and inspired the players, according to defender Jores Okore. Back-to-back Premier League wins - either side of an FA Cup quarter-final victory - have halted the club's slide towards the relegation zone. Sherwood's first two matches were the tail-end of a seven-match losing run, itself part of a sequence of 12 games without a win stretching back to early December which ultimately cost Paul Lambert his job. Tim Sherwood celebrates after seeing his Aston Villa side take the lead against Sunderland . Defender Jores Okore (left) says Sherwood's passion has rubbed off on all the players . Although Villa remain just three points above the bottom three, Okore insists the squad believe they will survive. 'He has come in with a positive mind and he has spoken to everyone and got them all on board,' he told avfc.co.uk. 'He brought the team together and maximised the strength and potential of the squad. 'He has so much passion. It rubs off on everyone - it has with the fans and the players. 'He's inspiring; that helps to get us on board with his vision. I think that passion will continue. 'He has come in with positive energy and really gone out there and said 'Look guys, I really believe in this and I want you to believe it too. If we do this together, we can achieve the goals we set'. The former Tottenham boss passionately celebrates as Villa score their fourth against Sunderland . Sherwood has recorded back-to-back Premier League wins to lift Villa three points clear of the drop zone . 'He made us believe that strongly. Everyone is on the same page.' Six points from their last two league outings, including a crucial win over fellow strugglers Sunderland last weekend, have turned around confidence within the squad and Okore believes the players are now starting to show the quality they have. 'The mood at Bodymoor Heath (training ground) is electric, everyone is happy and that helps us go out there and really perform and do what we do best,' he said. 'We have had some good wins and we want to continue that and really maximise everything that we have got in the group. 'We believe we can stay up. We hadn't really performed well in some games at the start of the season but you can really see the potential of the team right now and how we are playing.'

Summary: Aston Villa appointed Tim Sherwood as manager a little over a month ago . Villa have won their last three games - two in the league and an FA Cup tie . Sherwood has steered Villa to three points clear of the relegation zone . Jores Okore says Sherwood's passion has inspired all the players .


Plots on a paradise island in Fiji are up for sale for less than the average price of a house in the North East of England. For those fed up with the British weather, the idea of retreating to the South Pacific for year-round sun seems an impossible dream, but one tiny island is offering plots of land for sale for as little as £81,000 ($122,893). The 42-acre Mavuva Island comes with ocean-views of the protected coral lagoon and two white sandy beaches - but appears to have an unfortunate phallic shape. Scroll down for video . Paradise! The 42-acre Mavuva Island in Fiji is offering up 97 plots for sale for the bargain price of £81,000 . The Fiji island comes complete with two sandy white beaches and spectacular views of the lagoon and its crystal clear waters . Unfortunate shape! The unique phallic-figured island is sure to sell its 97 plots quickly, with buyers able to enjoy ocean views . Mavuva Island will be divided into 97 plots, which will have access to an owners' beachfront clubhouse, bar, restaurant and seven acre organic garden. Buyers can relax amidst the native tropical flora, coconut palms and interesting lava rock outcroppings. Some describe the island as having a phallic shape, but there is no doubt the 110ft highest point on the tiny outcrop provides spectacular views of the crystal-clear waters and the lagoon. The secluded utopia is easy to get to, as it is situated just ten minutes by boat to the nearest big airport on Vanua Levu, Fiji's second largest island. For this bargain price, spots on this paradise sea reef island are sure to sell out quickly. Enquiries can be made on the Muvava Island website. The 42-acre island has a beachfront clubhouse, restaurant and bar available for owners to use, whilst overlooking the ocean . The protected Great Sea Reef is the world's third largest barrier reef, and one of Fiji's greatest natural treasures . Up close with nature! Buyers will be surrounded by the native tropical flora, coconut palms and interesting lava rock outcroppings . The island is perfectly situated, and owners can travel by boat to the nearest airport on Vanua Levu, Fiji's second largest island . The phallic-shaped island rises to more than 110ft, so owners will have enviable views of the crystal-clear waters, and of the lagoon.

Summary: Mavuva Island offers a piece of paradise, for the price of an average North East property . The phallic-shaped protected reef island boasts two white sandy beaches . The nearest airport is only ten minutes away by boat, on Fiji's second largest island, Vanua Levu .


Prom is supposed to be one of best nights of the year for high school juniors and seniors, but sometimes it doesn't turn out that way. Looking back at prom photos is sometimes an easy way to see why. Weird haircuts, strange poses and wardrobe choices that are just wrong await in the latest set of pictures from Awkward Family Photos. Is it worse to be her, him or the rug? Maybe they thought it was a magic carpet or something. Guess not . No tuxedo, no trousers, no smile, no problem... At least the fringe on the jean shorts looks classy . There are three chandeliers in the background at this place. They didn't help to distract from the foreground . Maybe the laser show in the background was an attempt to call attention away from the suit. It didn't work . They had their spot on the dance floor marked off with a stack of telephone books for him to stand on . The question is, who ended up with the flowers at the end of the night? Where these guys were so serious looking because they were planning to fight over her after the photo was taken? When you don't have a date, the best solution is always to go with a giant fish in a dress . The mustache is awesome. The jacket and pants are even kind of cool. But the chair makes this guy shine . At least this guy didn't have to worry about shelling out for a limo or sticking his date with the corsage . As soon as the dance was over, they ran off to go compete on American Gladiators. Didn't need to change . Though the sunglasses made it harder for them to see other people, it doesn't work the other way around . It's a well-known fact there's no better way to attract a suitor than by taking a photo with a tractor . They seem really, really happy. Wonder how they would feel if they saw this photo again? Their first date was probably to go see the Breakfast Club or something else involving Molly Ringwald .

Summary: Snapshots from Awkward Family Photos shows painfully-funny prom pics . Feature wardrobe malfunctions, hairstyles that don't cut it and and more .