Anyone who has flown back from a holiday at night will have marvelled at the twinkling blanket of lights that cover towns and cities after dark. But the crew of the ISS has gone one better, by capturing this light show from the International Space Station's orbit around 250 miles (400km) above the Earth. The six-second Vine loop was posted at 9.32pm GMT last night and shows the station soaring over the UK and Scandinavia. Scroll down for video . The bright section of light in the east of the UK is London (pictured). Cornwall and Devon are in relative darkness. As the station moves towards Scandinavia, the bright lights of Brussels and Antwerp in Belgium and Rotterdam in The Netherlands can be seen . The Vine was taken by Expedition 42 crew member Samantha Cristoferetti. During the clip, the ISS begins by approaching the UK from the south west hitting Cornwall first, the north west coast of France is visible in the bottom right-hand corner but Paris is just out of shot. The bright section of light in the east of the UK is London, while Devon and Cornwall are in relative darkness. And as the station moves towards Scandinavia, the bright lights of Brussels and Antwerp in Belgium and Rotterdam in The Netherlands can be seen. The 37-year-old flight engineer - alongside her colleagues commander Barry Wilmore, flight engineer Terry Virts and Russian cosmonauts Elena Serova, Alexander Samoukutyaev and Anton Shkaplerov - has been on board the station since 9 November last year. Tweeting the Vine from her @astrosamantha Twitter handle, Ms Cristoferetti wrote: 'Of all the lights from UK to Scandinavia...which ones are yours? #spacevine'. The Italian astronaut then posted the same tweet in her native language . The team is due to return to Earth in May. Tweeting the Vine from her @astrosamantha Twitter handle, Ms Cristoferetti wrote: 'Of all the lights from UK to Scandinavia...which ones are yours? #spacevine'. The Italian astronaut then posted the same tweet in her native language. During her four-month stay on the station Ms Cristoferreti has filmed herself getting a haircut in space and released a collection of images called Nasa: Landscapes. One of the most striking images in this collection shows the lights of the south coast of England and the north coast of France, taken above the English Channel in January. The 37-year-old flight engineer - alongside her colleagues commander Barry Wilmore, flight engineer Terry Virts and Russian cosmonauts Elena Serova, Alexander Samoukutyaev and Anton Shkaplerov - has been on board the station (pictured) since 9 November last year . The current Expedition 42 crew on ISS recently created a collection of images taken from the station of landscapes on Earth. One of the most striking photos shows the glittering lights of the south coast of England and the north coast of France, taken above the English Channel in January (pictured). It shows concentrations of light in major towns and in the distance a green light that looks like the Northern Lights glows . It shows concentrations of light in

Summary: The International Space Station will celebrate its 15th anniversary of continuous human occupation in November . Crew member Samantha Cristoforetti filmed this Vine video on board the ISS on last night . Six-second loop shows the station orbiting over the UK and Scandinavia and the Vine was posted at 9.32pm GMT . Ms Critoferetti is a flight engineer for Expedition 42 and has been in orbit since 9 November . She recently released a collection of photos featuring the English Channel and Yosemite National Park .


Brazilian players Thiago Silva, Neymar, Willian and Marcelo took a minute out of their heavy training session to strike a pose in the gym as they prepare for their game against France. Chelsea midfielder Willian showed Paris Saint-Germain defender Silva there were no hard feelings with the west London club's dramatic Champions League exit still fresh in the mind. All four players are expected to be in the starting line-ups when they face Les Bleus at the Stade De France on Thursday evening. Brazilian players Thiago Silva, Neymar, Willian and Marcelo strike a pose after heavy training session . Neymar steps out for Tuesday's training session at the Stade Charlety in Paris ahead of the France clash . PSG defender Silva leans on Neymar as the pair go through their stretching exercises . Barcelona forward Neymar takes his turn to chase the ball during a game of rondo at the session on Tuesday . Dunga's squad continued their preparations on Tuesday for the friendly against Didier Deschamps' side before they face South American opponents Chile at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on Sunday. The players braved the wet weather as they were put through their paces at a training session in the French capital as they look to continue their impressive form since the humiliating exit from the World Cup last summer. The Selecao have won all six games since being beaten 3-0 by Holland in the third place play-off, conceding just once during that run. Neymar appears to take a tumble as he chases down possession during Brazil training . Brazil manager Dunga wraps up as the rain comes down during the training session on Tuesday . The Brazil squad warm up at the Stade Charlety in Paris as they prepare for Thursday's game with France . Barcelona ace Neymar joined his teammates for the international break straight after he had helped the Catalan side beat Real Madrid to go four points clear of Real Madrid in La Liga. Neymar was criticised for being too selfish during the game against Real Madrid at the Nou Camp. But, it is difficult to imagine the 23-year-old golden boy getting any stick from the adoring Brazilian fans should they make the journey to Paris. The Brazilian had a number of opportunities to release the ball in a good position but chose to go for goal .

Summary: Brazil face France at the Stade De France in Paris on Thursday night . Thiago Silva, Neymar, Willian and Marcelo took time out to strike a pose . All four are expected to start for Dunga's side when they take on Les Bleus . Neymar travelled to meet up with the squad straight after El Clasico win .


Ten million people may have watched Carl's Jr. Superbowl ad featuring a seemingly naked model and their new 'all natural' burger - but it didn't make them want to take a bite. Advertising research firm Ameritest found that, although the ad featuring model Charlotte McKinney went viral, it failed to help sell burgers and even offended potential customers. Ameritest, which has tested thousands of ads for the industry and conducted the Carl's Jr. report for research purposes, found that only 27 per cent of the study's viewers planned to visit the fast food chain in 30 days after watching the Superbowl spot. Scroll down for video . Advertising research firm Ameritest found that Carl's Jr. steamy Superbowl ad, featuring model Charlotte McKinney, failed to help sell burgers even though it received 10million views on YouTube . The commercial features McKinney walking through a farmer's market, where she appears to be in the nude as suggestively placed melons and tomatoes cover her . That's in stark contrast to the 43 per cent of viewers, on average, who have answered yes to the same question when the firm has tested other restaurants' commercials, according to Advertising Age. The study also found that 52 per cent of viewers found the ad offensive and 51 per cent found it irritating and annoying. The commercial features McKinney walking through a farmer's market, where she appears to be in the nude as suggestively placed melons and tomatoes cover her. 'I love going all natural, it just makes me feel better, McKinney says. The model is then revealed to be wearing a beige-colored bikini, as viewers find out what she was really talking about was an all-natural Carl's Jr. burger - which she takes a big bite of. Ameritest found that 52 per cent of viewers found the ad offensive and 51 per cent found it irritating and annoying . Only 27 per cent of the study's viewers planned to visit the fast food chain in 30 days after watching the ad, compared to 43 per cent who have answered yes to the same question for other restaurants' commercials . According to the survey, thirty-two per cent of viewers felt worse about the restaurant after seeing the ad, a 24 per cent increase compared to how they felt after watching an average fast-food ad. A spokeswoman for CKE restaurants, which owns Carl's Jr., said the Ameritest study was 'not consistent' with the fast food company's 'sales results'. 'Sales for the Carl's Jr. All-Natural Burger reached a new high the week of the Superbowl broadcast,' she said. But Sean Scott, Ameritest's senior brand consultant, credits Carl's Jr.'s sales with the fact that the restaurant offered $1 coupons for an All-Natural Burger combo. Scott said the ad does 'nothing for the brand long-term'. A spokeswoman said the study was 'not consistent' with Carls Jr.'s 'sales results', but Ameritest attributes the fast food company's sales with the fact that it offered $1 coupons for an All-Natural Burger combo .

Summary: Commercial features seemingly naked model Charlotte McKinney advertising the fast food chain's 'All Natural Burger' Advertising research firm Ameritest found only 27 per cent of people planned to visit the fast food chain after watching the ad . In comparison, 43 per cent of viewers have answered yes to the same question for the average restaurant ad . 51 per cent found the commercial 'offensive' and 52 per cent found it irritating .


The families of victims of the Germanwings plane crash face a wait of up to four months for the remains of their loved ones to be identified, it has emerged. The Head of the Criminal Research Institute at France's National Gendarmerie said DNA identification of the victims would take two to four months. Colonel Francois Daoust, the institute's director, said: 'Subject to the amount of body parts found, the time period could fluctuate between two months at the least, and four months. Scroll down for video . French gendarmes and investigators work amongst the debris of the Airbus A320 at the site of the crash, near Seyne-les-Alpes . The families of victims of the Germanwings plane crash face a wait of up to four months for the remains of their loved ones to be identified. Grieving relatives are pictured at a memorial in Le Vernet, France . Friends of students killed in the disaster hugged each other outside an emotional memorial service last week . 'It is better to work at the rhythm of the science than to rush ahead and thereby run the risk of making mistakes in the identification.' 'We cannot promise that we will be able to identify all of the victims,' he added, according to German newspaper Bild. German prosecutors said Andreas Lubitz, 27, who deliberately caused the crash in the French Alps, had therapy for suicidal tendencies some time before getting his pilot's licence. And he was being treated by a psychotherapist, Dusseldorf prosecutor's office spokesman Christoph Kumpa said. 'At that time he was being treated for what is documented as being suicidal,' Mr Kumpa said. He added that Lubitz paid several visits to doctors right up until the time of the crash but these did not involve suicidal tendencies. Andreas Lubitz (pictured), who deliberately caused the crash in the French Alps, had therapy for suicidal tendencies some time before getting his pilot's licence, German prosecutors said . A top police boss in France has warned that his department 'cannot promise' that it will be able to identify all of the victims . No suicide note 'or anything like that' was found in searches of Lubitz's German residences, Mr Kumpa said. There was also nothing in his personal, family or professional background to provide any hints 'about his motivation', he said. He also said Lubitz was not suffering from any 'organic medical illness'. Cockpit voice recorder evidence has indicated that Lubitz deliberately put the Airbus A320 into a descent after locking out the captain. All 150 people on board, including three Britons, were killed in the crash last Tuesday. Work to collect debris and find the second black box continues to take place at the crash site of the Germanwings Airbus A320 - but it could be months before the remains of victims are identified . Mr Kumpa was speaking as the grim search for remains carried on in southern France. There were reports that Lubitz's girlfriend was pregnant with his child and that the co-pilot, as well as having mental health issues, had been receiving treatment

Summary: DNA identification of victims will take two to four months, police chief says . Warning came from the Head of the Criminal Research Institute in France . Colonel Francois Daoust fears it may not be possible to identify all victims .


Health bosses in north Wales are urging patients to buy simple painkillers, laxatives and hayfever treatments rather than relying on free prescriptions . Patients in the Welsh NHS are being told not to use their free prescriptions – because of Labour's 'funding cuts'. Hundreds of thousands of people who live in north Wales were yesterday urged not to ask their GP to prescribe a range of medicines for minor complaints, such as painkillers, laxatives and hay fever treatments. Instead, patients are encouraged to 'self-care' and 'purchase some of the simple and inexpensive products over the counter for the treatment of minor ailments'. The restrictions are being imposed because of the 'economic climate' and to 'cope with the funding cuts', the largest health board in the principality said yesterday. Labour, which runs the Health Service in Wales as a result of devolution, has cut health funding by more than 8 per cent since 2010. But in England, where the NHS is under the control of the Coalition, spending has risen slightly in real terms since the election. The Daily Mail has focused on some of the adverse effects of the cuts including longer waits for ambulances, far more people waiting more than four hours in A&E than in England, and poor cancer care – with some Welsh patients being forced to move to England to get cancer drugs. In January the strain on the Welsh NHS was highlighted when the furious wife of a paramedic posted online a photograph of at least ten ambulances – together with three rapid response cars – waiting outside Morriston Hospital in Swansea to unload patients at its overwhelmed A&E department. Last night the leader of the Welsh Conservatives, Andrew Davies, said: 'Welsh Labour's savage cuts to the NHS have come at a time when spending has been protected in other parts of the United Kingdom, with obvious consequences. 'Not only have we recently witnessed the worst ambulance response times since records began, more patients than ever are waiting over 12 hours in A&E, and Welsh cancer patients continue to be denied access to life-saving drugs which are available in England under the Coalition's Cancer Drug Fund.' Prescriptions are free to all in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, but in England a charge of £8.20 is applied unless the patient is exempt. How the Mail exposed the crisis: Ten ambulances queue to unload patients at an A&E in Swansea . Pensioners and children are among those who do not pay for their prescriptions in England. Yesterday Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, which covers much of north Wales, urged people no longer to ask their GP to be prescribed medicines they could buy over the counter at their local pharmacy. Betsi Cadwaladr has asked GPs to reduce 'unnecessary prescribing of simple medications', including painkillers, laxatives, vitamins, hayfever and head lice treatments. They say patients can purchase these drugs at a 'minimum cost', often more cheaply than it would cost the NHS to supply the drugs. The board said in a statement that, with the 'current economic climate putting a

Summary: Betsi Cadwaladr health board urge patients to buy over the counter drugs . As of 2007 free prescriptions are offered in Wales as part of treatment . But health bosses say patients can buy drugs at a 'minimum cost', often more cheaply than it would cost the NHS to supply the medication . Drugs include simple painkillers, laxatives, and hayfever treatments .


The Equality and Human Rights Commission, chaired by Baroness Onora O'Neill (above), said the Human Rights Act has 'proved its value' Tory MPs reacted angrily last night after a supposedly impartial £19million-a-year taxpayer-funded quango tore into the party’s plans to reform human rights law. Despite there being under two months to the election, the Equality and Human Rights Commission piled into the political debate over the future of Labour’s Human Rights Act. In a statement posted on the commission’s website, backed by a letter to MPs, it claimed that changes ‘to human rights laws that would water down the protections we all enjoy, would be “regressive” and undermine Britain’s reputation as a global leader that can challenge human rights abuses abroad’. The quango also declared the Act a success, saying it had ‘consistently proved its value’. This is despite the way it has been repeatedly used by foreign criminals and terrorists to avoid deportation. The Tories have a manifesto commitment to scrap the Act and replace it with a British Bill of Rights. Justice Secretary Chris Grayling also plans to give Britain’s Supreme Court the final say over human rights cases – not the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg. But senior Conservative Party figures view the commission’s intervention as a nakedly political act. As a quango, in receipt of £18.7million of public money last year, it is supposed to remain outside the political fray. Government sources said it had not even got its facts right. In the letter to MPs, it said: ‘UK courts do not have to follow the judgements of the Strasbourg court. Our courts only need to take account of such judgements’. But a senior government source said: ‘For a start, it is plain wrong to claim that our courts are not bound by decisions made by ECHR in Strasbourg. They are. ‘This taxpayer-funded quango of Labour’s creation is deliberately trying to play politics on the eve of an election.’ Tory MP Michael Ellis, part of the home affairs select committee, said: ‘This is grossly improper so close to an election from a quango which receives millions of pounds of taxpayers’ money. Tory MPs blasted the online statement, calling it a nakedly political act, which had got its facts wrong. The post said British courts were not bound by the ECHR (pictured), when in fact they are . 'This country was protecting human rights when many members of the EU were under dictatorships and well before Labour’s Human Rights Act, which has only served to create extra tiers of bureaucracy, legal costs, delays and an imbalance of justice.’ Fellow Tory MP Dominic Raab said: ‘The commission’s intervention shows just how politicised this self-serving quango has become. ‘Their blanket opposition to any re-balancing of our skewed human rights law ignores the concerns expressed by countless senior UK judges, and displays an arrogant contempt for the basic principle of democratic accountability we’ve lost in this area.’ The commission was established by Labour in 2006 ‘to protect and promote equality and human rights in Great Britain’. In 2011, Home Secretary

Summary: Equality and Human Rights Commission provoked fury from Tories . Backed Human Rights Act despite criminals using it to avoid deportation . Conservatives attacked quango for 'deliberately trying to play politics'


The sun that attracts most people to southern Florida was torture for Heather Watson on Wednesday but she refused to wilt in her best unyielding fashion. The British No 1 was resilient in the fierce mid-day heat, and edged closer to beating her career-high ranking with a sometimes agonising 3-6, 6-1, 7-5 victory over Russia’s Evgeniya Rodina to make the Miami Open second round. Having beaten a host of highly regarded players to reach the fourth round of Indian Wells last week, she nearly came unstuck against the nuggety Russian, ranked a modest 95 in the world. It was a testament to Watson’s fighting qualities, rather than an advert for the silky skills of the WTA Tour, but hardly less worthy for that. Heather Watson celebrates during her three sets victory over Russian qualifier Evgeniya Rodina . Watson is currently ranked 41 in the world, three off her all-time best. She now faces Germany’s Angelique Kerber, the number fifteen seed, who has tumbled out of the top ten and is scratching around for any kind of form in 2015. The British No 1 is having to do it solo as well, as the only female player from Wimbledon’s host nation to inhabit the top 150 in Laura Robson’s absence. It is a bleak situation, and there seems little in the way of any coherent performance plan from the Lawn Tennis Association to improve things. The 22 year-old from Guernsey usually benefits in these conditions from having spent much of her teenage years in Florida, although not much can make the kind of steaming heat encountered on Wednesday much more comfortable . 26-year-old Evgeniya Rodina hits a forehand during the prolonged contest in Miami with Watson . British No 1 Heather Watson with coach Diego Veronelli during her Miami Open round one win . Watson keeps her eye on the ball during a tough three sets victory in sweltering conditions in Miami . After recovering from a start that made it hard to believe she had beaten Agnieszka Radwanska last week – her first top ten scalp – Watson appeared to have cracked her opponent by forging a 5-2 lead in the third. When serving for it at 5-3, however, she could not finds a first serve and was broken. She just about squeezed through when she broke Rodina at 6-5, the Russian hurling her racket across the court on the final point that she lost via a net cord. Earlier Andy Murray had found out his opponent in the second round of the men’s event to be played on Friday after receiving a bye. American Donald Young, who he beat recently in the Davis Cup, went through when his opponent Yen Hsun Lu defaulted with injury at 1-5 down. British youngster Kyle Edmund is due to be play Wednesday evening in the first round against Dutchman Robin Haase. Watson shakes hands with her Russian opponent having prevailed 3-6, 6-1, 7-5 in the Miami Open first round .

Summary: British No 1 managed to prevail after losing the first set to win 3-6, 6-1, 7-5 . The World No 41 reached the Indian Wells fourth round last week . Heather Watson faces World No 15 Angelique Kerber in the next round .


A man whose girlfriend ran off with his stepfather and gave birth to a baby nearly four years ago has spoken of his delight after DNA tests proved the baby is actually his. Love rat Stan Crowther, 47, and Rachel Delaney, 18 at the time, set up home together and Rachel then gave birth to a baby daughter, whom Stan believed was his. But recent bombshell DNA tests showed that the baby, living in Chorley, Lancashire, actually belongs to her former partner, and Stan's former stepson, Ashley Mercer, 27. Ashley Mercer (left, pictured in 2010) was heartbroken when his girlfriend Rachel Delaney began an affair with his stepfather Stan Crowther (both pictured right). Rachel had a baby shortly after moving in with Stan and recent DNA tests have proved that the child is in fact Ashley's . Stan Crowther, 47, with the baby daughter he believed was his until recent DNA tests proved otherwise . The affair between Stan and Rachel shattered Ashley and his mother, Mandy, who has astonishingly now forgiven Stan for the affair. Mandy, 47, who has now found new love with partner Andy Barker, says: 'It's been a rollercoaster few years. It might sound funny, but I'm happier now than I've ever been before. 'I have forgiven Stan. We're friends again. And my son has moved on with his life too and has a new daughter to be proud of.' Both men were left reeling from results of DNA tests which show that Ashley - and not Stan - is the father of Rachel's daughter. Ashley says: 'I feel very bitter towards Stan. I trusted him, I used to call him dad and I can't forgive him like my mum has. 'I'm buzzing to find out I am the baby's dad - and Stan isn't.' Love rat Stan with Ashley's mother Mandy Rourke, 47, whom he was married to for ten years . Ashley Mercer was in a relationship with Rachel's sister Kelly before he met Rachel, and the pair have a son, pictured, now seven . Kelly Delaney, Rachel's sister, with her son with Ashley . Ashley has five children with five different women - including a son with Rachel's sister Kelly. He started seeing Kelly when he was 19, and their son is now seven. But they split when he was three years old. Ashley was single for just three months before he moved on from Kelly to her half-sister, Rachel, in 2010. Rachel, then 16, began working at the family firm: a Lancashire tattoo parlour. Ashley says: 'Rachel was very similar to her sister, but she was naughty. We had a lot of fun together.' Rachel soon became part of the family and Ashley's mother, Mandy, grew fond of her. But Ashley began to suspect an affair between Rachel and his stepfather Stan, confiding in Mandy, who at first dismissed the idea as outrageous. Rachel and Stan when they first got together: Their relationship fizzled out 18 months later and DNA tests have now proved that Ashley is the baby's biological father . Stan and

Summary: Ashley Mercer was 22 when he discovered his girlfriend Rachel Delaney, 18, was having an affair with his stepfather Stan Crowther, 43 . Stan had been married to Ashley's mother Mandy Rourke for ten years . Stan and Rachel moved in together and shortly after Rachel, from Chorley, Lancashire, gave birth to a baby girl . Stan assumed the baby to be his but DNA tests have since revealed Ashley is the four-year-old girl's real father . Ashley's mother Mandy Rourke has now forgiven her ex-husband . Stan and Rachel are no longer together .


With its dramatic coastline and verdant hills, Ireland’s County Cork has long been a magnet for celebrities wanting a break from the limelight. American-born Irish dancer Michael Flatley has a home there, as does London-born Hollywood star Angela Lansbury, actor Jeremy Irons and film producer Lord Puttnam. Even the hard-drinking Oliver Reed used to retreat to the area for the occasional break from hellraising. But probably the most famous star to find a hideaway in County Cork is the queen of Hollywood romance, Maureen O’Hara, who has owned a spellbinding property on the coast for more than 45 years. Spellbinding: Maureen O'Hara's house nestles in the stunning coastal scenery in County Cork, Ireland . The movie legend, 94, has taken the painful decision to put the home, called Lugdine Park, on the market . Now, at the age of 94, the movie legend has taken the painful decision to put the home, called Lugdine Park, on the market and live full-time in the States. She told The Mail on Sunday: ‘I have so many wonderful memories over these many years at Lugdine, and now it’s time to pass her on to another lucky family who will cherish her as much as I have.’ Once considered the world’s most beautiful woman, Dublin-born O’Hara is relocating to Idaho to live with her daughter Bronwyn. Lugdine Park, which was built in 1935, boasts five bedrooms, 35 acres of land and two private islands. It has wildly romantic views of the Atlantic Ocean and looks down on the harbour of the village of Glengarriff. It also has a guest cottage, outdoor changing rooms and WCs, and a private bathing beach. ‘I have the most wonderful neighbours a person can hope for in Glengarriff,’ she said. ‘We’ve been together for so long and love each other as old friends. Everybody has always been very respectful of my privacy if I want it, but I can’t wait to see everyone whenever I arrive. ‘Of course, I always get a chuckle when “lost” tourists happen to stumble upon my house in need of directions back to the village. ‘They always have their cameras with them ready to snap.’ Lugdine Park, which was built in 1935, boasts five bedrooms, 35 acres of land and two private islands . O'Hara made five movies with John Wayne, including Wings of Eagles (pictured) O’Hara’s big break came when she auditioned for a movie role in London, after she had studied at the Abbey Theatre in Dublin. Oscar-winning actor Charles Laughton happened upon her screen test and was captivated by her expressive eyes. He recommended her for the lead role in Alfred Hitchcock’s British-made 1939 film Jamaica Inn. O’Hara – who was born FitzSimons but changed her name to O’Hara as it was shorter – received rave reviews for her debut role, despite the fact that the film was a commercial flop. It paved her way to Hollywood, where, with her alluring mix of red hair, refulgent green eyes and fiercely passionate attitude, she earned the title the ‘Queen of Technicolor’. She starred in

Summary: Maureen O'Hara, 94, is selling her spellbinding property in County Cork . Movie legend's five-bedroom property has stunning views of the Atlantic . Majestic property has 35 acres of land and boasts two private islands . O'Hara made five movies with John Wayne, including The Quiet Man .


Juventus moved closer to a fourth straight Serie A title with a 1-0 win over Genoa on Sunday. Carlos Tevez scored the only goal of the game after 25 minutes to secure a 20th win in 28 Serie A fixtures for Massimiliano Allegri's men. Their advantage at the top of the table is now such that they can plan on wrapping the title up even before the semi-finals of the Champions League, which they will reach if they can see off Monaco in the quarters. Carlos Tevez (left) scores the only goal as Juventus beat Genoa 1-0 in Serie A on Sunday . Tevez also had a penalty saved but Juventus still took the three points at home to Genoa . Tevez (second left) leads the celebrations after the full time whistle for Serie A leaders Juventus . Roma kept pace, some 14 points back, as they saw off relegation-battling Cesena 1-0. Daniele De Rossi got the goal after 41 minutes, his first strike away from home in the league since August 2013. The victory kept Roma in second place but just one point clear of city rivals Lazio, who clinched their sixth straight victory with a 2-0 triumph over Hellas Verona. Lazio took the lead when Felipe Anderson scored his ninth goal of the campaign in the fourth minute. Not long after, Vangelis Moras nearly pulled the visitors level but he was denied by the post. After Lazio's Lucas Biglia hit the crossbar in the 27th minute, the hosts doubled their lead on the stroke of half-time when Antonio Candreva hit the back of the net with a free-kick . Sampdoria moved up to fourth and piled more pressure on their former hero Roberto Mancini, who saw his Inter Milan side slump to a sixth straight defeat in all competitions and further out of the European race with a 1-0 loss. A stunning strike from Eder, the Brazilian-born player just called up by Italy, midway through the second half was enough to make it four wins on the bounce for coach Sinisa Mihajlovic - the former Inter player who both played alongside and under Mancini. His side were deserving winners on the balance of play and the performance will bring more questions for Mancini, with the board demanding European qualification but 10 points separating them from the top five. Tevez (left) fired home in the 25th minute as Juventus kept their 14-point lead atop Serie A . Daniele De Rossi (centre) scored the decisive goal as Roma beat Cesena 1-0 . De Rossi (centre) celebrates his goal with his team as Roma remained Juve's nearest challengers . Sampdoria, on the other hand, are eyeing the Champions League places after climbing above Napoli, who were held 1-1 by Atalanta. They needed Duvan Zapata's 89th minute equaliser to even get a point after Mauricio Pinilla's 72nd minute goal for Atalanta, who were reduced to 10 men when Alejandro Gomez was sent off. Napoli coach Rafael Benitez also saw red, sent to the stands for dissent late on. Napoli remain a point above Fiorentina,

Summary: Carlos Tevez struck in the 25th minute as Juventus beat Genoa 1-0 . Tevez also had a penalty saved but took his tally to 24 for the season . Roma beat Cesena 1-0 but Napoli were held 1-1 at home by Atalanta .


Oral Bryan denies murdering his ex-partner and the mother of two of his children, Nicola McKenzie, (pictured) with a hockey stick during a row last year . A father-of-five murdered his ex-partner in front of their children by hitting her across the head with a hockey stick 'like an axe', a court has heard. Nicola McKenzie, 37, was allegedly killed by her ex-partner Oral Bryan during a row in the street on September 17 last year. She suffered serious head injuries after he swung the hockey stick 'like an axe' and hit her with 'severe force' - she died two days later. Bryan, 44, of Moss Side, Manchester, denies murder and told police he acted in self-defence. Manchester Crown Court heard yesterday that the fatal incident took place after Ms McKenzie turned up at Mr Bryan's home, where she was allegedly 'abusive and aggressive' to another woman with whom he had three children. All five children were present when 'devoted mother' Ms McKenzie was knocked unconscious by Bryan. Opening the case, prosecutor Mark Kellet described how in the moments before she was hit, a passing postman heard Ms McKenzie say to Bryan: 'These are your kids, go on, show them what you're like.' The court heard Bryan then turned around and walked back to his house before returning with the hockey stick. Mr Kellet said: 'The witness could hear the lady who must be Nicola shouting, "go on, hit me, I want you to hit me." 'That's exactly what the defendant did, striking a single blow across the head, causing her to fall to the floor on the road.' Following his arrest, Bryan told police 'I didn't mean to hurt her'. He said that Ms McKenzie attacked him with a knife and that he struck the fatal blow accidentally as he tried to disarm her with the hockey stick. But Mr Kellet said no knife was recovered from the scene and that none of the witnesses saw one. Mr Kellet told the jury: 'You will be sure that rather than jabbing or flicking at Nicola to disarm her, Nicola wasn't in possession of a knife and there wasn't a jab or flick - this was a hockey stick raised, brought down with severe force, knocking her unconscious. Ms McKenzie was knocked unconscious by Bryan in front of their daughter Teja and son Amahri (pictured) 'The location, the nature of the laceration, swelling, bleeding, bruising and nerve damage to the brain is all consistent with a blow of severe force, as described by all the witnesses. 'This was an unlawful assault striking a violent blow and at the time of striking this blow the defendant must have intended to cause at the very least really serious harm. 'Consequently, the Crown say having heard the evidence you will be sure the defendant is guilty of murder.' Following her death last year daughter Teja and son Amahri described Ms McKenzie as a 'devoted mother'. The case continues. The incident occurred on this quiet residential street in Moss Side, Manchester on September 14, 2014 . Manchester

Summary: Oral Bryan, 44, denies murdering his ex-partner Nicola McKenzie, 37 . He's accused of hitting her across the head with a hockey stick 'like an axe' Ms McKenzie was knocked unconscious by the blow and died days later . Father-of-five told police he was acting in self-defence as she 'had a knife' Manchester Crown Court heard incident took place in front of their children .


The fattest man in China has lost 13 stone so far in a battle to bring his weight under control. Liang Yong, 26, was last seen being transported on a steel reinforced trolley to carry his huge weight as he could not fit in an ambulance. The 26-year-old, who officially weighed in at more than 35 stone, went on a diet after he set the unwelcome record five years ago, The People's Daily reports. Agile: China's fattest man, Liang Yong, has lost 12 stone in a gradual diet which has seen him drop to 22 stone . Couch bound: Liang Yong decided to go on the diet after he got the unwelcome title of China's fattest man five years ago, pictured above . He said he wanted to lose the weight gradually and avoid crash diets so his skin would shrink back naturally. He said: 'It was not a record to be proud of when I was named the fattest man in China and was told it was officially registered at the Chinese record headquarters in 2007, but now I'm hoping to end up as the man who lost the most weight.' Now weighing a comparatively healthy 22 stone, he is happy to get on the hospital scales in Chongqing, south-western China. Humiliating: When he was at his heaviest of more than 35 stone, Liang Yong was too big for an ambulance and had to be transported to hospital in Chongqing by trolley . He said: 'I concentrated on a healthy diet, and regular exercise as soon as I was able to move well enough.' Mr Yong said his original weight problem was caused by him being born heavy, weighing in at 11 lbs, and that he had simply continued growing since then. Unhealthy appetite: Liang Yong has had a problem with his weight all through childhood but is now dieting with the help of a local hospital in China . Big issue: China's fattest man, pictured here in hospital, had to be wheeled in on a reinforced trolley because he was too big for an ambulance . At three months of age, he weighed 1 stone 8lbs; at three he weighted 4 stone 10lbs; at eight 12 stone 8lbs; and by the time he was 14 he weighed 28 stone 4lbs. He was taken to a local hospital which agreed to treat him free of charge in order to monitor his progress medically and record data. Road to recovery: China's fattest man, Liang Young, undergoes an examination as he battled to bring his weight down from 35 stone . Measuring up: China's fattest man, Liang Young, wanted to lose weight after he was given the unwelcome title . The information will be used to help treating other obese patients in a country where the problem of being overweight is fast becoming a serious issue.

Summary: Liang Yong had to be transported around as too big for ambulance . Went on diet after he was officially registered as China's fattest man . Now he's aiming for a new record of most weight lost in China .


With their adorable big round eyes and fluffy white fur, these baby seals are cute enough to melt any heart. The harp seals, aged between two and 10-days-old, roll around in the snow and explore their new surroundings. The adorable scene was captured in the Gulf of St Lawrence, Canada, by Belgian photographer Ellen Cuylaerts. Snow cute: With their adorable big round eyes and fluffy white fur, these baby seals are cute enough to melt any heart . Brrrilliant: The harp seals, aged between two and 10-days-old, roll around in the snow and explore their new surroundings . Heart-warming: The images were taken by in the Gulf of St Lawrence, Canada, by Belgian photographer Ellen Cuylaerts . The 44-year-old spent three days with the seals when she visited a breeding site earlier this month. Cuylaerts, of Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, says: 'It's truly beautiful to watch the little ones get all cosy on the ice. 'They shuffle around, rest, and start squealing when feeding time comes and they're hungry. 'To be there, in the middle of their habitat, was a really great experience. 'The pups basically fill their days with sleeping, eating and getting fat. They spend their first 12 days feeding on very high fat milk from their mothers.' Photographer Ellen Cuylaerts said: 'It's truly beautiful to watch the little ones get all cosy on the ice' 'The pups basically fill their days with sleeping, eating and getting fat,' said Cuylaerts . Cuylaerts, who visited the seals with her husband Michael, watched as the newborns' coats lost there yellow hue and turned completely white . Cuylaerts said that the biggest threat against the seal population is humans . Having gained the trust of the seals, Cuylaerts was able to get within one metre of the pups by lying flat on her stomach and shuffling slowly towards them. Cuylaerts, who visited the seals with her husband Michael, watched as the newborns' coats lost there yellow hue and turned completely white and fluffy over the course of two days. The fur of the harp seal, a species native to the northernmost Atlantic Ocean and parts of the Arctic Ocean, is a highly valued commodity, and animal rights groups continue to campaign against hunters who target seals. Hunted: The fur of the harp seal, a species native to the northernmost Atlantic Ocean and parts of the Arctic Ocean, is a highly valued commodity . Cuylaerts was able to get within one metre of the pups by lying flat on her stomach and shuffling slowly towards them . Animal rights groups continue to campaign against hunters who target seals . Loll: The seals love resting on their backs in their icy home . Bliss: This seal looks totally content as it basks in the sun . Adorable: This seal fixes Cuylaerts with its big brown eyes . Cuylaerts says: 'For the harp seal, the biggest threat against their population is humans as the clubbing of seals is still happening. 'When the pups are aged between one and twelve-days old, they cannot be killed but, after

Summary: Adorable scene was captured in the Gulf of St Lawrence, Canada . The images were taken by Belgian photographer Ellen Cuylaerts . She was able to get within a metre of the pups by lying flat on her stomach .


England, Wales and Scotland have all expressed an interest in hosting the Solheim Cup in 2019, the Ladies European Tour has announced. The three home nations are among 10 countries who could be in the running to host the biennial event with Denmark, Holland, Norway, Portugal Spain, Sweden and Turkey having also expressed an interest. A decision on which country will host the event is expected before the end of the year. England, Wales and Scotland have expressed an interest in hosting the 2019 Solheim Cup among 10 countries . 'We are delighted with the response from the interested nations all across Europe which shows the tremendous appetite for watching Europe take on the USA at golf,' said Ladies European Tour European Solheim Cup director Mark Casey. 'We look forward to working closely with all interested parties over the coming months to provide each country with the opportunity to present their strongest possible bid.' England has never before hosted the contest while Scotland played host in 1992 and 2000, with Wales hosting in 1996. Europe will be looking for a third consecutive win in the competition when it is played in Germany in September, while Iowa will play host in 2017. Europe won the last Solheim Cup against the USA in 2013 - their first ever victory on American Soil .

Summary: A decision on the host country expected to be made before end of the 2015 . England have never hosted the contest while Scotland and Wales have . Europe will be looking for a third consecutive win over USA in September .


The White House confirmed on Monday that President Barack Obama knew about Hillary Clinton's private email address because he emailed her at it during her tenure of secretary of state. When Obama said in an interview that aired Sunday that he found out Clinton used a private email account to conduct official business at 'the same time as everybody else learned it through news reports,' what he meant was that was the first he'd heard of her exclusive use of use of personal email and of her private server, his spokesman clarified this afternoon. 'The president, as I think many people expected, did over the course of his first several years in office trade emails with his secretary of state,' White House spokesman Josh Earnest told reporters. 'I would not describe the number of emails as large, but they did have the occasion to email each other.' Scroll down for video . 'Same time as everybody else': President Obama told CBDS News he learned Hilary Clinton had used a private email account for state business during her tenure as Secretary of State when news reports surfaced . In an interview with CBS News during his trip to Selma, Alabama, Obama had defended former Secretary of State Clinton and applauded her decision to release the emails. 'I'm glad that Hillary's instructed that those emails about official business need to be disclosed,' Obama said. 'I think that the fact that she is putting them forward will allow us to make sure that people have the information they need,' 'The policy of my administration is to encourage transparency, which is why my emails, the Blackberry I carry around, all those records are available and archived,' Obama said. Clinton, seen as the front-runner for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination in 2016, said on Wednesday she wanted the State Department to publish her emails so that the public could read them. Pressed by reporters to acknowledge that the president had in fact emailed his secretary of state during her four-year tenure,his spokesman said Monday, 'The point that the president was making is not that he didn’t know Secretary Clinton’s email address, he did.' 'But he was not aware of the details of how that email address and that server had been set up or how Secretary Clinton and her team were planning to comply with the Federal Records Act,' Earnest explained. Earnest said he did not know when the White House's Office of Legal Council first knew of Clinton's private email and server system. 'It is the responsibility of individual agencies to establish an email system and to make sure those emails as created are properly recorded and maintained,' he again told reporters during the briefing, standing by his statements from last week. He also stuck by the White House's stance that there's no 'reason to doubt' that Clinton's team has not done 'exactly what they said they would do' and give the State Department a copy of all of her work-related emails. 'But ultimately that is the responsibility of Secretary Clinton and her team,' he said.

Summary: Obama said in an interview that he learned Clinton used a private email account to conduct official business at 'the same time as everybody else' 'The point that the president was making is not that he didn’t know Secretary Clinton’s email address, he did,' Obama's spokesman said . 'But he was not aware of the details of how that email address and that server had been set up or how Secretary Clinton' Obama said he was glad Clinton wanted her emails to be released and praised the job she did at the State Department . The controversy threatens to overshadow Clinton's expected presidential campaign .


Ed Miliband has accused David Cameron of running away from the leaders debates after he refused to take part in any during the election campaign . David Cameron tonight flatly refused to appear in televised leaders debates during the election campaign - despite Britain's biggest broadcasters threatening to go ahead without him. Number 10 said the Prime Minister's position was 'clear' – reiterating that he was willing to do one seven-way debate at the end of March but no more. Downing Street's response came after the BBC, ITV, Sky and Channel 4 rejected his 'final offer' – and threatened to 'empty chair' him if he did not show up. They said they would stick to their plan for three debates during April - including a head-to-head showdown between Mr Cameron and Ed Miliband - and urged Mr Cameron to 'reconsider' his refusal to take part in these shows. Downing Street had written to the broadcasters on Wednesday saying the PM's 'final offer' was a single 90-minute debate featuring at least seven leaders before March 30. But in a joint statement, the broadcasters said they would stick to plans for a seven-way debate involving Mr Cameron, Labour's Ed Miliband, Nick Clegg of the Lib Dems and the leaders of the Greens, Ukip, Scottish National Party and Plaid Cymru on ITV on April 2. This would be followed by a second show on BBC featuring the same line-up on April 16 and a final one-on-one clash between the Tory and Labour leaders on Sky News and Channel 4 on April 30 - exactly a week before the May 7 election. In a letter to Mr Oliver, the broadcasters made clear they were ready to go ahead with the debates even if Mr Cameron decides not to take part - effectively 'empty-chairing' the Prime Minister. They wrote: 'We very much hope that all invited leaders will participate in the broadcast debates. 'However, in the end all we can do - as impartial public service broadcasters - is to provide a fair forum for debates to take place. It will always remain the decision of individual leaders whether or not to take part.' Mr Clegg called on the Prime Minister to join the debates in a message on Twitter: 'Come on, David Cameron, you haven't got your own way so accept it and take part.' Labour leader Ed Miliband said the Prime Minister's was running scared of taking him on in leaders debates . The Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg said the Prime Minister should accept the broadcasters' decision . Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said the BBC, ITV, Sky and Channel Four had called Mr Cameron's bluff . But Number 10 immediately hit back at the broadcasters tonight. Craig Oliver, Downing Street's director of communications, replied to the broadcasters: 'I made the Prime Minister's final position clear in my last letter – he is willing to do a seven-way debate in the week beginning March 23rd. 'Clearly it is disappointing that you are not prepared to take him up on that offer. 'I am ready

Summary: Number 10 said PM would do one seven-way debate at the end of March . But Cameron will not take part in any debates during the election campaign . Broadcasters said they planned to go ahead with three debates in April .


Scotland's Richie Ramsay recovered from seeing a three-shot lead disappear in the space of two holes to win the Hassan Trophy after a rollercoaster final round on Sunday. Ramsay made a blistering start at Golf du Palais Royal, carding four birdies in a row from the third to move into pole position in pursuit of his third European Tour title. The 31-year-old from Aberdeen then three-putted the seventh and ran up a triple-bogey six on the eighth, where he came up short of the green off the tee and saw his first two chips fail to negotiate a steep slope and roll back to his feet. Richie Ramsey poses with the Hassan Trophy after winning the event at Golf du Palais Royal in Morocco . Ramsay reacts after his second shot on the tenth hole during the final round of the Hassan Trophy . That left Ramsay two shots off the lead but he battled back superbly with a hat-trick of birdies from the 12th to reclaim the lead on his way to a closing 69 to finish 10 under par, one ahead of France's Romain Wattel. Wattel chipped in for par on the 15th after duffing his fourth shot just a few feet and birdied the 17th to get within one of Ramsay, but was unable to chip in for another birdie on the 18th to force a play-off. Six players shared third place on eight under, including South African George Coetzee, who had needed to win to move into the world's top 50 and qualify for the Masters. England's Tommy Fleetwood could also have secured a trip to Augusta with victory, but finished joint 17th after a closing 69. An emotional Ramsay, who had missed the cut in four of his five events this season and withdrew from the other after three rounds due to illness, dedicated the win to his wife Angela and brother Robin. Ramsay hits his tee-shot on the first hole during the final round before winning the competition . Ramsay (left) is presented with his winner's trophy by HRH Prince Moulay Rachid of Morocco (right) 'It means a huge amount,' Ramsay told Sky Sports 4. 'My brother has supported me since I was so young. This one's for him and Angela. I know they are all back home and probably going crazy at the moment. 'I've gone through some tough times with injury but kept believing and they were at my back and said just go out there and play golf and that's what I did today. It was so much fun out there.' Asked about his triple bogey on the eighth, the former US amateur champion added: 'I just didn't execute the shot exactly as I wanted to. Hit a poor chip, rolled back into a divot, didn't come out, hit it back on, two putts, easy six. It's one of those courses that has so many holes like that. 'I knew I was still in the mix and walking down nine I was still level par for my round and I knew the back

Summary: Richie Ramsay was delighted to win trophy after tough campaign . The Scotsman had missed the cut in four of his five events this season . He had to withdraw from the other event through illness .


Will the same worm respond differently in a situation depending on what it is thinking? According to new research studying neurons within microscopic roundworms, the answer is an emphatic ‘yes’. They found that worms would choose to respond to a nearby odour depending on what they were ‘thinking’ about - suggesting they have free will just like humans. The study was carried out by scientists at Rockefeller University in New York. They found roundworms (pictured) would sometimes 'think' for themselves. All the neurons within this microscopic roundworm are highlighted, with the large cluster at one end representing the brain . The research was carried out by scientists from the Rockefeller University in New York who studied the brain of the microscopic roundworm Caenorhabditis elegans. Its 302 neurons and 7,000 synapses are comparatively tiny compared to the 86 billion neurons and 100 trillion synapses in a human brain. But it is still useful to address tricky neurological questions that would be nearly impossible to broach in our own brains. Worms spend their time wandering, looking for decomposing matter to eat - and when they smell it, they usually stop making random turns and travel straight toward the source. This change in behaviour is initially triggered by a sensory neuron that perceives the smell and feeds that information to the network the researchers studied. As the worms pick up the alluring fruity smell of isoamyl alcohol, the neurons in the network transition into a low activity state that allows them to approach the odour. But sometimes the neurons remain highly active, and the worm continues to wander around - even though its sensory neuron has detected the odour. They found that, if offered a 'delicious' smell, the roundworm will usually stop its wandering to investigate the source - but sometimes it won’t. Just as with humans, the same stimulus does not always provoke the same response, even from the same individual. ‘We found that the collective state of the three neurons at the exact moment an odour arrives determines the likelihood that the worm will move toward the smell,’ said study author Dr Cori Bargmann . ‘So, in essence, what the worm is thinking about at the time determines how it responds. ‘It goes to show that nervous systems aren’t passively waiting for signals from outside, they have their own internal patterns of activity that are as important as any external signal when it comes to generating a behaviour.’ The researchers also found that by changing the activity of the neurons individually, and in combination, they could pinpoint each neuron’s role in generating variability. In humans, the research may suggest ways in which our brains process competing motivations. 'For humans, a hungry state might lead to you walk across the street to a delicious smelling restaurant,' said author Andrew Gordus. 'However, a competing aversion to the cold might lead you to stay indoors' (stock image) By recording the activity of the neurons, the team found that there were three persistent states among the three neurons: All were off, all were on, or only one,

Summary: Study was carried out by scientists at Rockefeller University in New York . They found worms would sometimes 'think' for themselves . If offered an odour, they would sometimes - but not always - investigate . Even the same individual did not always have the same response . It suggests that like humans, the worms may have a sense of 'free will'


Manchester United are giving a trial to Poland U16 international goalkeeper Tomasz Kucz. The 15-year-old plays for Polonia Warsaw and has been watched by some of Europe's top clubs since the age of 13. As Sportsmail reported, he gained further acclaim after performing well for Poland U15s against Wales in Rhyl last year where he was watched by several scouts including those of United. 15-year-old goalkeeper Tomasz Kucz is going to spend a week on trial at Manchester United . Kucz was invited to spend time training with Liverpool and Rangers last year and has had two similar stints with Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen. Fulham and Everton have also expressed an interest and held talks with his father Andrej. The promising keeper, who already trains with Polonia's first team and is a regular in their U19s, is due to spend this week at United with the hope of impressing and earning a contract offer. Kucz turns 16 on July 6 this year. Kucz has been a regular for Polonia U19s and has represented Poland at U15 and U16 level .

Summary: Tomasz Kucz to spend a week with Manchester United on trial . Poland goalkeeper is wanted by several top clubs after impressing for U15s . Liverpool, Rangers and Bayer Leverkusen have offered the youngster trials . Fulham and Everton are also interested in the 15-year-old stopper . CLICK HERE for all the latest Manchester United news .


A British couple on holiday in Goa were left with just 10p after their £2,000 spending money was stolen from their hotel's safe. Dominique Pattrick, 29 and her husband Brett, 31, had been advised by staff at their three star hotel to store their valuables in a safety deposit box housed near the reception, but just four days into their trip it was raided. The padlock on the secure locker had not been tampered with but all their money, stored in two lockers, was missing. When they asked to inspect the hotel's CCTV, staff told the couple there were no cameras in the the safety deposit room as they feared it would be an 'invasion or privacy' for guests. Dominique Pattrick, 29, and her husband, Brett, 31, were left with just 10p to their name after £2,000 was stolen from their hotel's safety deposit box . The money went missing just four days into the couples sunshine break in the three star hotel in the popular resort . Bosses at the Silver Sand Hotel in Candolim, then landed them with a bill of £13 for using the locker. Police in Goa suspect the money was stolen by a rogue member of staff at the hotel using a duplicate skeleton key. Mr and Mrs Pattrick, from Bury, Greater Manchester were forced to ring home to get their bank to activate their credit cards so they could finance the rest of the two week trip which was booked through Thomsons Holidays. Now they are only be able to reclaim £250 due to a clause in their travel insurance policy. Mrs Pattrick, an NHS therapist said: 'It was bad enough that the money went missing from the safety deposit box but to then charge us for using it was bare faced cheek. 'We were left with just a few rupees worth around ten pence and we had to ring home to unlock our credit cards to see us through. On arrival at the hotel the couple were advised to store their valuables in a locker located at the reception . 'The terrible thing was people were trying to make out that no money went missing at all. 'Goa used to be a special place and we got married there but I would never go back now.' The couple were holidaying with friends when trouble occurred on the fourth day of last month's trip. There were no CCTV camera in the secure locker room . Mrs Pattrick whose husband works as a mechanical engineer said: 'The hotel and Thomsons themselves suggested we did not keep valuables in the room and instead use the locker at reception and we assumed that was good advice. 'The money was kept in two wallets inside the locked deposit box along with a watch and four passports and the idea was to get small amounts of money every few days. It was a total shock to see the cash had gone. 'The safety deposit box was not tampered with and the lock was still intact as was left accordingly. Both wallets

Summary: Dominique Pattrick and husband Brett were on holiday in Goa, India . Advised to store valuables in a secure locker close to hotel's reception . Four days into their trip £2,000 was stolen from locked safety deposit box . Safe room at three star hotel had no CCTV due to guest privacy concerns . A rogue member of staff using a duplicate key is thought to be behind theft . Hotel then charged the couple £13 for use of the safe during their stay . Couple can only claim £250 back due to a clause on insurance policy . Say it ruined their holiday and caused lots of 'stress' and 'upset' for them .


Three brothers, aged eight days old, one and two, share not only the same genes, but also the same birthday. Shalonda Dominique, the boys' mother, of Virginia said she was just as surprised as everyone else when she had her sixth child this month, which ended up sharing the same birthday with two other siblings. Tre, Santana, and Harlem, were all born on March 13 - and kept their mom busy as she had them three years in a row starting in 2013. Scroll down for video . Tre (right), Santana (left) and Harlem (center) of Virginia were all born on March 13 -and kept their mom busy as she had them three years in a row starting in 2013 . Shalonda Dominique (above), their mother, said she was just as surprised as everyone else when she had her sixth child, which ended up sharing the same birthday with two other siblings . It started with Tre, two, who was born on March 13, 2013, and a year later on the same day he welcomed little brother, one-year-old Santana. Eight days ago, they were both joined by the newest addition, Harlem, who was born on Friday the 13th of March this year, according to Fox 5. While pregnant with her newborn son Harlem, Shalonda said she kept thinking the baby might be born on March 13. Tre (left) was born on March 13, 2013, a year later on the same day he welcomed little brother, Santana (right), and eight days ago, they both were joined by the newest addition, Harlem. While pregnant with her newborn son Harlem, Shalonda said she kept thinking the baby might be born on March 13 . 'After my three girls, I said, "I have to have a boy",' she said. 'And then I got three of them with the same birthday.' Tre has spent each of his birthdays so far in the hospital as both of his brothers were born. Harlem (above) was born on Friday the 13th of March this year, and his mother said it was a painful labor . Shalonda and her husband have three daughters Trinity, Monet and London, along with the boys (above Trinity, left, and Monet, right) Shalonda and her husband have a total of six children including their three daughters Trinity, Monet and London. Trinity and Monet said they are happy to have their own birthdays and said they do not think their mom should have any more children. As for plans for next year on March 13, Shalonda said they will be celebrating as there will not be any more babies. Shalonda said next year on March 13 they will be celebrating as there will not be any more babies (above all six of her children, from left to right: Trinity, Santana, Harlem, London, Tre and Monet)

Summary: Shalonda Dominique, the boys' mother, of Virginia had first son, Tre, on March 13, 2013; in 2014 on same day, she gave birth to son Santana . On March 13, 2015, she most recently gave birth to son Harlem . Shalonda and her husband have six kids in total including three girls, Trinity, Monet and London .


The Aussie cricket team are set to split a price pool of $5 million if they are to win the final against New Zealand tonight. This will see the 15 man squad awarded with $340,000 each, regardless of how many games they played in the six week stint. The AFR Weekend has reported that even George Bailey who only played one match against England in the tournament will receive the same amount as each other player. The Australian side are set to take home $340,000 each if they are triumphant in tonight's game against NZ . The winners divide the pool up evenly, regardless of how many games each participated in . Other occasional players such as Xavier Doherty, Pat Cummins and Mitchell Marsh will also be presented with the same cut. The runner up pool is not too bad either with each player receiving $150,000 if they were to succumb to the New Zealand team. This is on top of the player's contract payments, IPL contracts and individual endorsement deals. Other teams tend to divvy up the winnings in a different fashion. If New Zealand were to win their prize money would be divided up by who participated in the most games . The Australian squad have 13 players in the top 50 sports earners in Australia, according to BRW . Australian cricketer Mitchell Johnston (2nd right) earned $4.1 million last year and is consequently one of Australia's top sports earners . New Zealand sees players who did not participate in all the games take home less of the prize pool than the players who did. The Sydney Morning Herald have reported that these winnings may not make too much of a difference to the Australian squad members due to their ridiculously high earnings. BRW recently released the Top 50 sports earners in Australia with 13 Australian cricketers making the cut. Shane Watson led the pack with an earning of $4.5 million last year, closely followed by Mitchell Johnston ($4.1 million) and Test captain Michael Clarke ($4 million).

Summary: Each cricketer on the Aussie side will win $340,000 if triumphant tonight . The prize pool of $5 million is divided equally regardless of how many games each player participated within the six weeks . NZ divvy up their winnings depending on how many games were played . If Australia are to lose, they will win $150,000 each - still divided evenly . The squad have 13 players in the top 50 sports earners in Australia .


George North has been warned he could put his career in jeopardy if he plays again this season after suffering a third confirmed concussion in the space of four months. The Northampton and Wales winger, who sustained two head injuries against England in February but was controversially allowed to play on after medics missed the incidents, was knocked unconscious again on Friday night in Saints' Aviva Premiership win over Wasps. Northampton director of rugby Jim Mallinder indicated after the game that the 22-year-old could still be considered for next Saturday's European Champions Cup clash with Clermont, but brain injury experts insist he should not play again this season. 'George needs to be given an extended rest period to figure out if this is something that he has just not recovered from or whether there are genuine issues,' World Rugby concussion advisor Professor Willie Stewart said. George North was knocked out after colliding with Nathan Hughes' knee during the win over Wasps on Friday . 'I think he personally needs to say, 'No, I'm not playing again this season'. If he does play again too soon it could be the end of his World Cup or even his career. 'The people looking after him, including Northampton and the Welsh Rugby Union, should be recommending some time out and the experts he is seeing should recommend some time out. 'No-one should be talking about playing him next week. That's just ridiculous. I know at this time of year we're getting into the thick of it for trophies and championships but it's also getting into the sharp end for George's brain. 'I would be surprised if he makes another appearance. 'The people who are minding him and looking after his career should be saying to him that in World Cup year, even if he feels 100 per cent better in six weeks, it is not worth risking his chance on the highest stage.' North was immediately knocked unconscious following the contact during Northampton's win over Wasps . The Northampton and Wales winger is treated by medical staff before leaving the field on a stretcher . North missed Wales' win over South Africa last autumn after being concussed against New Zealand and was given three weeks off in February after the outcry over the way his double head knock against England was handled. A Northampton statement read: 'After the game George North was conscious and in the Saints' changing room with the rest of the team. He has been into the club for treatment and will continue to be monitored by the Saints' experienced medical team throughout the weekend. 'As with everyone in the squad, Northampton Saints places the highest importance on player welfare, and as such North will see a specialist early next week for an assessment.' England full back Mike Brown, rested for a month during the Six Nations after being knocked out against Italy on February 14, missed Harlequins' Wembley clash with Saracens after experiencing further concussion-related symptoms in recent days. Earlier this week former Wales international Jonathan Davies said he feared for

Summary: George North has been told not to play again this season after suffering a third concussion in four months against Wasps . North suffered two head injuries against England in February but was controversially allowed to stay on the pitch . World Rugby concussion advisor Professor Wille Stewart believes North is in need of an extended rest period .


Defence Secretary Michael Fallon said the UK would send around 75 military trainers to train Syrian rebels . Britain is to provide military training to Syrian rebel groups fighting ISIS, the Government has announced on the final day of Parliament. Defence Secretary Michael Fallon said the UK would send around 75 military trainers and headquarters staff to provide instruction in the use of weapons, infantry tactics and medical skills. The training, which forms part of a US-led programme to support the moderate Syrian opposition, will take place in Turkey. Mr Fallon said ISIS could only be defeated by local forces on the ground in Syria and Iraq. He said: 'Britain remains at the forefront of coalition military efforts to support the Iraqi government in their fight against Isil. 'This effective and closely co-ordinated activity in conjunction with Iraqi and Kurdish ground forces has largely stalled the terrorists' advances. 'But Isil must be defeated in both Iraq and Syria. In Syria, coalition air strikes have supported the liberation of Kobane and have disrupted Isil's logistics and supply lines. 'However, defeating Isil ultimately lies with local forces and we are helping to create effective ground forces in Syria, as well as in Iraq, so they can take the fight to Isil.' The training programme, expected to start in the coming weeks, is intended to equip and train thousands of screened members of the opposition in Syria over the next three years. British military instructors have already been providing training to Kurdish peshmerga militias fighting ISIS in northern Iraq. Scroll down for video . Mr Fallon said two RAF Sentinel surveillance aircraft were also being deployed to the region to operate alongside Tornado strike jets and Reaper drones that have been carrying out air strikes against ISIS targets in Iraq. These will provide wide area surveillance over Iraq of IS activity and track improvised explosive device (IED) laying activity. The RAF planes will join the Tornados and Reaper Remotely Piloted Aircraft which have conducted 194 strikes over Iraq, starting on 23 March. British troops will be sent to Turkey to train moderate Syrian forces battling ISIS, such as those above holding a flag with 'Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant' The UK continues to be the second largest contributor to the coalition airstrike campaign and is playing a leading role in the coalition's counter improvised explosive device (C-IED) training programme, the Ministry of Defence said. This is in addition to the infantry and Heavy Machine Gun skills training packages the MoD has already delivered to over 1,100 members of the Iraqi Forces. Mr Fallon added: 'Britain remains at the forefront of coalition military efforts to support the Iraqi government in their fight against Isil.' The number of asylum-seekers in the Western countries rose by nearly 50 per cent last year - driven by the devastating conflicts in Syria and Iraq, the UN has revealed. In 2014, some 866,000 people applied for asylum across Europe, North American and other wealthy countries - up 45 percent in just a year earlier. The surge is linked to

Summary: Military trainers will provide instruction in the use of weapons and tactics . Training forms part of US programme to support moderate Syrian forces . Defence Secretary Michael Fallon announced move to Commons today .


Gareth Bale trained with a smile on his face as Chris Coleman’s Wales squad prepared for their crucial Euro 2016 clash in Israel. The world’s most expensive player took part in light jogging exercises and skipped over mini hurdles amid the scenic surroundings of the Vale Resort in Cardiff. The serene atmosphere was a world away from the heated scenes he left in Spain, where irate Real Madrid fans attacked his white Bentley in the early hours of Monday morning. Gareth Bales (centre) shares a joke with Aaron Ramsey (right) and West Ham's James Collins on Wednesday . The Wales superstar appeared in good spirits as he was put through his paces with the Wales squad . Bale, the world's most expensive player, has endured a troubled time at Real Madrid in recent weeks . Bale was in a group including Aaron Ramsey, Joe Allen, James Collins and Chris Gunter as Liverpool coach Ryland Morgans put the players through their paces. In one drill, the squad, split into four sections, dribbled with the ball around cones turning around a metal dummy and passing to a team-mate. At one point Bale broke into laughter when Allen badly miscalculated his attempt. At the end of the 15-minute segment open to media, West Ham’s Collins joked: ‘Good work lads, see you tomorrow.’ Coleman then went through more detailed training behind closed doors. Bale will line up for Wales when they face Israel in their Euro 2016 qualifier later this week . Bale looked at ease with his Wales team-mates; a far cry from his recent woes at the European champions . Bale trained in a group including Aaron Ramsey, Joe Allen, James Collins and Chris Gunter . Captain Ashley Williams said the players, including Bale, have fresh bills of health for the clash in Haifa. ‘Everyone is fit and ready,' said the Swansea defender. ‘The camp is buzzing. We had a good night on Monday seeing the guys we haven’t seen for a while. ‘We are looking to do some good work on the field this week and get the job done.’ Wales will fly to Tel Aviv on Thursday afternoon before travelling up to Haifa for the match at the Sammy Ofer Stadium between the top two teams in Group B.

Summary: Gareth Bale trained alongside his Wales team-mates on Wednesday . The Real Madrid star boasted a broad smile ahead of the Israel clash . He has come under criticism from Madrid fans after his recent displays . Bale will line up alongside compatriots for Saturday's Euro 2016 qualifier .


Any TV fan worth their salt will be familiar with EastEnders' character Zoe Slater's dramatic wail: 'You ain't my mother!' And now the iconic 2001 scene where feisty character Kat Slater revealed that she was, in fact, Zoe's mother, has been named the greatest soap storyline of all time. In a poll of 2,000 soap fans, the scene - in which Kat's confession that Zoe was conceived after Kat was abused by her uncle Harry - topped the list of favourite tears, tantrums and cliffhangers. Scroll down for video . The Eastenders' storyline revealing Kat Slater to be the mother of her 'younger sister' Zoe has been named the greatest British soap narrative of all time . The iconic scene sees Zoe shout: 'You ain't my mother!' in the street before Kat screeches back: 'Yes I am!' The famous street row between the pair, where Zoe yells 'You ain't my mother' at Kat before finding out the truth even featured in Australian soap Neighbours' recent tribute video to celebrate EastEnders' 30th anniversary. Richard Hillman driving the Platt family into the canal in Coronation Street came second in the poll, followed by Hayley Cropper's courageous cancer battle and subsequent death in 2014. EastEnders bad guy Dirty Den getting shot in 1989 and the Coronation Street tram crash completed the top five. The episode was given the top spot in a poll of 2,000 soap fans on their favourite storylines . As well as old favourites, the recent Eastenders cliffhanger of 'who killed Lucy Beale' also made it in to the top ten, taking the number seven slot. A spokesman for survey site OnePoll.com, which commissioned the research, said that the winning storyline thoroughly deserved its title. 'The Kat and Zoe storyline is something most people are familiar with, even if they aren't an avid EastEnders fan. The tear-jerking episode of Coronation Street where Hayley Cropper died earned third place on the list . The recent EastEnders storyline 'Who Killed Lucy Beale' earned seventh place on the list after attracting millions of viewers in a week of live episodes to celebrate the soap's 30th anniversary . 'It had everything a great soap storyline needs - a blazing row, some tears and a huge shock just as the episode comes to a close.' He added that the reason that some of the older story lines had found their way into the top 50 was because they had a large impact on our lives. 'There have been many brilliant and gripping storylines over the years - whether they are tearjerkers like the moment Hayley died in Coronation Street or high drama like the live tram crash. 'Soaps are a huge part of our culture and these results show the storylines are remembered years after they are first screened.' In second place was Richard Hillman driving The Platts into a canal in a 2003 episode of Coronation Street . Sixth place in the poll went to the famous moment Dirty Den handed wife Angie divorce papers in the EastEnders' 1986 Christmas Day episode, followed by the London-based

Summary: The dramatic scene topped poll of 2,000 fans . EastEnders was responsible for over half of the top 50 plots listed .


It is a problem familiar to anyone whose family day out at a safari park has ended in disaster. Just as you’re enjoying the view, a cheeky monkey yanks off your windscreen wipers or decides to have a swing on your aerial. Now, a British safari park has become the first to offer visitors protection for their cars – by covering them in bubble wrap. Scroll down for video . Frustration: Monkeys look but they can’t touch the tempting yellow vehicle – to the amusement of its passenger . The incredibly simple yet effective scheme is being pioneered from today at Longleat Safari Park in Wiltshire, where the unwanted attention of some of its more mischievous exhibits has been a headache for decades. For £10, drivers can have their cars completely covered in layers of bubble wrap before driving into the enclosures, leaving even the most inquisitive monkey unable to cause any damage. The wrapping also helps to prevent dents and scratches to the bodywork, although it is not yet guaranteed to be totally rhino-proof. Nevertheless, it is estimated that it will save visitors thousands in repairs each year. Longleat Safari Park has become the first to offer visitors protection for their cars against animal damage . No monkey business: For £10, drivers can have their cars completely covered in layers of bubble wrap before driving into the enclosures . Trained staff will apply the plastic wrap to cars, vans and minibuses before they enter the monkey drive-through, then remove and recycle it when they leave. Longleat customer service assistant Paolo Flirs said: ‘Some drivers are put off by the prospect of having their car covered in highly curious and occasionally slightly destructive simians. ‘The bubble wrap will give them extra security and the confidence to brave the drive-through safe in the knowledge their prized vehicle will remain untouched.’ Safari parks across the world are said to be keeping a close eye on the project and could roll out similar schemes – as long as the bubble doesn’t burst.

Summary: Longleat Safari Park to offer bubble wrap covers for cars . The £10 bubble wrap service is to protect cars from monkeys . Wrapping is not yet guaranteed to be totally rhino-proof .


Driver distractions are at an all-time high, according to new research. The use of phones, text messaging and heavy urban traffic means people concentrate less than ever while driving. And this is extremely dangerous, warn the researchers, as taking your eye off the road for just two seconds can increase the risk of an accident up to 24 times. Researchers from Oregon State University studied driver distractions. They found texting, eating and other tasks were more distracting than ever. And they warned that young drivers are unaware of the dangers. A previous study found that text-driving (stock image shown) was equivalent to being drunk . The researchers, led by Oregon State University compiled findings that showed so-called 'distracted driving' was a bigger problem than ever. The research was published in the Journal of Transportation Safety and Security. The striking sight of a solar eclipse will capture the attention of commuters across Britain on their way to work this Friday. It will be the first time that the astronomical spectacle has occurred during rush-hour in the UK, and there are fears that motorists may take their eyes off the wheel to watch the cosmic alignment. Experts have warned that drivers may be distracted as they watch the sun or risk a crash simply by letting their concentration falter. RAC spokesman Simon Williams told MailOnline: ‘The biggest danger of the eclipse from the motorist’s perspective is likely to be distraction rather than being plunged into darkness.' He said that distraction is a major cause of accidents on the road and was a contributory factor in 23 per cent of fatal accidents in 2013. 'Based on recent studies, anything that takes your attention away, any glance away from the road for two seconds or longer can increase the risk of an accident from four to 24 times,' said Dr David Hurwitz from the university. 'This is a dramatic increase in risk, with inexperienced drivers who are least able to handle it.' According to OSU, a previous study found that texting was equivalent to being drunk. 'The absolute worst is texting on a phone, which is a whole group of distractions,' added Dr Hurwitz. 'With texting, you're doing something besides driving, thinking about something besides driving, and looking at the wrong thing.' In their study, the researchers found that interactive presentations administered to young drivers in a classroom or auditorium can raise their awareness of the problem. They concluded that more young people should be educated in this manner. While many young drivers understand the risks of texting, Dr Hurwitz said they are much less aware of other concerns that can be real. These include eating, drinking, talking on a phone, smoking, adjusting the radio, changing a CD, using a map or other controls. While many young drivers understand the risks of texting, Dr Hurwitz said they are much less aware of other concerns that can be real. These include eating, drinking, talking on a cell phone, smoking, adjusting the radio (stock image shown), changing a CD, using a digital map or other controls . 'Automobile

Summary: Researchers from Oregon State University studied driver distractions . They found texting, eating and others were more distracting than ever . And they warned that young drivers are unaware of the dangers . A previous study found that text-driving was equivalent to being drunk .


Authorities in Houston, Texas are offering a $5,000 reward for any information leading to the arrest of the person responsible for maiming a local pit bull. A volunteer at the nonprofit Barrio Dogs spotted a grey pitbull wandering the streets of East Houston on March 18, and noticed a horrifying site when he got close to the dog. The dog's ears had been sliced off and it had also had a stab wound to his head. Cropping ears is sometimes a practice carried out by dog fighters, but it doesn't involve taking the full ear off, as was the case in the stray found last week. WARNING: GRAPHIC IMAGES . Painful: A pitbull was found roaming the streets of East Houston last week with its ears cut off . Animal abuse: Crime Stoppers are offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the person responsible for maiming the dog, now named Hotch . 'It's heartbreaking that someone would do this,' Barrio Dog volunteer Ernie Zenteno told KHOU. 'Animal cruelty, that's what this is.' The volunteer took the dog, which has since been named Hotch, to the Gulfgate Animal Hospital where veterinarians worked to treat its wounds. Gulfgate's Dr Sherry Corona says Hotch's ear had become infected but the dog will make a full recovery. Barrio Dogs will now be placing Hotch with a foster family until a permanent adoption can be sorted. Recovering: Hotch will be placed in a foster home until a permanent adoption can be organized. Veterinarians say he will make a full recovery . 'It's heartbreaking that someone would do this. Animal cruelty, that's what this is,' a Barrio Dogs volunteer said of Hotch . In the meantime, investigators in Houston are searching for the person or persons responsible for carrying out the heinous act of animal abuse. Authorities believe someone living in the neighborhood where Hotch was found may be responsible, and Crime Stoppers are offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to a suspect's arrest. The maiming of Hotch in Houston follows a similar incident late last month in Tulsa, Oklahoma - about seven hour drive north. A man there had his 2-month-old pitbull of the same color stolen on February 26. A few days later he found pieces of the puppy's ears in his backyard. Who did this? Authorities believe the person responsible for butchering off Hotch's ears may live in the neighborhood where the dogs was found. A view of the neighborhood above .

Summary: A grey pitbull was found roaming the streets of East Houston on March 18 . The dog, now name Hotch, was taken to a veterinary clinic and treated for its wounds; Hotch is expected to make a full recovery . Crime Stoppers are offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the person responsible for maiming Hotch .


The former home of first lady Betty Ford has been destroyed in an early morning fire in Ohio. Fire officials in Maumee say the home once occupied by Ford and her first husband, William Warren, was destroyed in a fire that began early Saturday around 3am. The Blade in Toledo reports Ford and Warren lived in the house in 1942 and 1943 while she modeled and sold merchandise at a department store. The couple divorced after five years of marriage and Betty went on to marry future president Gerald Ford in 1948. She died in 2011. Destroyed: The home of former First Lady Betty Ford was burned down in a blaze that started early Saturday in Maumee, Ohio . Before: Betty Ford lived in the home with her first husband, William Warren, in the 1940s . The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but the fire chief says investigators believe it began in the basement. The chief says the fire engulfed the roof and floors, making the home a total loss. No occupants were inside. 'It’ll be torn down, unfortunately. It’s a historic home in Maumee,' Maumee Fire Chief Brandon Loboschefski said. A homeowner at the scene of the fire said that it was an investment property, and that they were carrying out renovations on the home. Neighbor Bert Trochelman told the Blade that the house had been unoccupied for years despite having several owners. He says there were workers on Friday cutting trees at the property. The Warrens divorced after five years of marriage and Betty went on to marry future president Gerald Ford in 1948. The Fords pictured above .

Summary: Betty Ford and first husband William Warren lived in the Maumee, Ohio home during their five-year marriage . The couple divorced and Betty went on to marry future president Gerald Ford in 1948 . Fire broke out at the home early Saturday; it was unoccupied .


St Lucia's police force kept 'death lists' of suspected criminals and planted guns at police shootings to make them look legitimate, according to a report. The Caribbean island's prime minister Kenny Anthony said a team of Jamaican investigators had delivered an 'extremely damning' report on the deaths of 12 people shot by officers in 2010 and 2011. Mr Anthony said the report, which has not been made public, revealed that the shootings were 'staged by the police' but reported as murders by unknown assailants. St Lucia's (pictured) police force kept 'death lists' of suspected criminals and planted guns at police shootings to make them look legitimate, according to a report . Guns were allegedly planted by officers and members of the force's high command may have been involved in covering up the truth about the extra-judicial shootings. In a national address late last night, the Caribbean country's leader said: 'The report confirms that 'the blacklist or death lists' referenced by the media, human rights organisations, victims' families and citizens alike did exist.' Alleged tampering with evidence didn't just happen at scenes of police-related fatalities, Mr Anthony disclosed. St Lucia's Prime Minister Kenny Anthony said the report was 'extremely damning' During the investigators' probe, they found that the internet server used by some police commanders was 'deliberately tampered with,' he said. The dozen killings occurred during a police mission called 'Operation Restore Confidence' as the tourism-dependent island grappled with a worrying rise in violent crime. At the time, former prime minister Stephenson King publicly warned criminals that 'no stone will be left unturned and there will be no hiding place for anyone.' Five of the dozen men fatally shot by police were killed in a single operation in the southern town of Vieux Fort. The prime minister said the courts would now decide whether to prosecute officers involved in the shootings. The Jamaican investigation came a year after the U.S. withdrew all assistance to island police, citing concerns about allegations of unlawful killings. Cameron Laure, president of St Lucia's Police Welfare Association, said he was inundated with calls from officers about the 'killings'. 'I don't even know how to react at this point. I will have to meet with the commissioner of police as well as the other members first before making a full statement,' he said.

Summary: St Lucia's police allegedly staged shootings of 12 suspected criminals . Investigators claim officers planted guns at the scenes of their crimes . Caribbean island's leader says 'death lists' did exist, according to report . Killings were part of a police mission called 'Operation Restore Confidence'


Police in Florida stopped an oncoming train to rescue a dog that had been shot three times and tied to the railway tracks with a belt. They discovered the dog had been shot twice in the neck and once in the shoulder after responding to three separate calls involving shots being fired on Wednesday afternoon. Its injuries were so severe that the dog's front right leg needs to be amputated in the next few days. Horrific: Police arrived at the scene to discover the dog (pictured) had been shot three times and tied to the railway tracks with a belt . The authorities are now asking for the public's help to find the thug who mercilessly left the animal for dead in the Sulphur Springs area. Officers freed the one to two-year-old female from the tracks and immediately took it to they Tampa Bay Veterinary Emergency Centre, where it remains in a stable condition. It is under the care of Dr Davidson who says the dog - whose name could be Cabela - is sweet with a good temperament. Police have said they do not know who tied Cabela to the track and asked the public for any information to track down the culprit or the dog's owner. Damaged: Although Cabela (pictured) remains in a stable condition, the injuries were so bad that its front-right leg needs to be amputated in the next few days .

Summary: The dog called Cabela was shot twice in the neck and once in the shoulder . Injuries were so severe its front-right leg will be amputated in coming days . Police arrived in Sulphur Springs area after three calls of shots being fired . They are asking for public's help to hunt down culprit and the dog's owner .


Everton manager Roberto Martinez insists it is no major surprise that English clubs have struggled in Europe this season because of the domestic demands of the Barclays Premier League. The Toffees were the country's last hope on the continent before a 5-2 loss to Dynamo Kiev in Europe on Thursday night meant they followed Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City in crashing out at the last 16 stage. It meant that there were no English teams in Friday's draw for either the Champions League or Europa League quarter-finals for the first time since 1995, sparking a countrywide debate about the state of the domestic game. Everton boss Roberto Martinez has highlighted an extensive fixture list behind their Europa League exit . However, Martinez believes it is the competitive nature of the Premier League, coupled with a lack of a winter break, which is hampering clubs when they face fresher, less-tested teams in European competitions. 'I think there are aspects there that make it very, very difficult for an English club to have success in Europe,' the Spaniard said. 'If you look at the top leagues in Europe most of those have got a little break in the winter. I'm not saying that's the difference but it can make a big difference in a squad that is playing domestically two cup competitions, when others are playing one cup competition. Everton's Phil Jagielka, Tim Howard and Leighton Baines look dejected after Dynamo Kiev ran riot . Everton's Ross Barkley and James McCarthy (right) look miserable during the painful defeat on Thursday . 'We need to understand that our league is the best in world football. And when I say the best it's because if you are at 70 per cent in a game, you're going to lose it. That's how competitive it is. It doesn't matter about position in the table and I don't think the other leagues have that. 'The top teams that are normally involved in Europe can cruise through games and that makes it a lot easier to plan a group of fixtures in a two-to-three-week period. That is a big difference and that affects English clubs. 'It's not by coincidence. Some of the clubs in the Champions League have been unfortunate, there have been small margins but those small margins could easily be the demands that you face domestically. It's something that clearly hasn't been working in our favour.' Roberto Martinez and substitute Leon Osman remonstrate with the fourth official Christoph Bornhorst . Martinez's men were ruthlessly eliminated in Kiev by a display of clinical attacking finishing as the hosts exposed their visitors' defensive frailties. But while the manner of their exit was disappointing to Martinez, he took plenty of heart from a campaign which saw them beat Wolfsburg home and away and take four points off Lille in the group stage. 'It's started a real thirst to be in that environment again,' Martinez added. The scoreboard tells its own story as Everton were outclassed by Dynamo Kiev in Ukraine . 'For our younger players, it is the first time they've

Summary: Everton were dumped out of the Europa League on Thursday evening . Dynamo Kiev defeated Everton 5-2 (6-4 on aggregate) to progress . The Toffees are 14th in the Premier League, six points from the drop zone .


It prompted fears of a highly-calculated terror plot. But in fact, the 33-foot-long bunker built under one of Toronto's most important tourist attractions was 'just a place to hang out', according to its architect. Elton McDonald, 22, has finally unveiled himself as the man behind the mysterious tunnel which took five years to construct. And his pursuits were far from cunning. Scroll down for video . Just for fun! Construction worker Elton McDonald, 22, says he built the underground bunker to watch TV in . Fears: Investigators first thought the 33-foot-long tunnel underneath Toronto could be part of a terror plot . 'Innocent': McDonald says he and a friend spent five years constructing the wood-paneled space underground . 'It wasn't really a tunnel. I was going to expand it to have a couple of rooms,' McDonald, a construction worker, told the Toronto Sun newspaper. 'I was hoping to put in a TV. I did some barbecuing in there. It was more a place to hang out.' Police ignited a frenzy of media speculation in February by announcing the discovery of a 'sophisticated' hand-dug tunnel near a tennis stadium to be used for the Pan Am Games in July. Much of the speculation was linked to concern about a terrorist plot against the Games. McDonald said he'd begun working in construction at age 17 and considered it a fun challenge to dig the hideout with several friends. He told his family about it so they understood why he was always so dirty . The site: The bunker is underneath tennis courts where the Pan American Games will be hosted this year . McDonald says he had grand plans to add rooms to the underground 'hang out' space in Toronto . Days later, police said they had identified two men who had built the tunnel but declined to reveal their identities since no crime had been committed. McDonald told the newspaper he'd begun working in construction at age 17 and considered it a fun challenge to dig the hideout with several friends. He told his family about the project so they would understand why he came home so dirty. When news broke about the tunnel, McDonald said he didn't speak up because he was afraid he'd be in trouble. Police tracked him down after his employer recognized some of the equipment used at the site, McDonald said. Suspicious: Police were baffled to find a rosary and poppy on the door but McDonald says it was a gift . Investigation: Police launched a large-scale investigation into the bunker when it was discovered in January . The tunnel was discovered January 14 in a suburban woodlot. Reinforced with wooden walls and ceiling supports, it had electricity supplied by a generator, a sump pump to remove water and a pulley system to remove dirt. Police found a rosary with crucifix and a poppy nailed to one of the tunnel's wooden supports. McDonald said his sister gave him the crucifix for good luck after a small cave-in, while he'd found the poppy on Remembrance Day, November 11, when

Summary: Elton McDonald, 22, says he built the tunnel to watch TV and barbecue . The 33-foot-long bunker lies under stadium that will host Pan Am Games . Its discovery sparked fears of terror plot, McDonald says it was innocent . Police found a rosary, crucifix and poppy nailed to one of the entrances . McDonald claims that was a gift from his sister after a minor cave-in .