All he wanted to do was talk about how nice his hair was - but in doing so, Jackie Chan has created a word which has taken China by storm: Duang. Pronounced 'dwong', the actor was being filmed discussing a shampoo commercial he appeared in when he used the sound in a similar way to how Westerners would present something special and exclaim: 'Ta-da!' In the footage he says: 'I didn't want the commercial to have lots of special effects and my hair look "duang!" - suddenly blacker and shinier.' People's Daily report that the footage was recorded in 2004 but recently reappeared online, sparking an online frenzy over the sound. Hair today, duang tomorrow: Jackie Chan is seen discussing how he did not want to use special effects to make his hair look duang . Although many people are using the word to mock the actor, who is seen as a pro-Beijing political figure by many in China, Chan has been a good sport about it all. 'It's quite funny,' he told reporters on the steps of Beijing's Great Hall of the People this week. And speaking about it at the studio of Hidden Energy, a Chinese reality TV show where he appears as a judge, he said: 'When I came here this morning, everyone was saying "duang duang". I’m confused myself.' While Chan is all smiles about the commercial now, it was a different story after the advert aired in 2004. Authorities ruled that the commercial made false claims, and Chan's reputation suffered. But now parodies of Chan's shampoo endorsement are spreading online. There is even a new - unofficial - Chinese character for the sound, which has been made by overlaying the two characters of Jackie Chan's name. And the actor has joined in the fun, tweeting yesterday: 'So "duang" today!' He's looking duang! The actor shakes his head as he demonstrates how he wanted to look . Jackie Chan is escorted to Beijing's Great Hall Of The People on Tuesday. He is considered a political figure by many people in China, due to his public support for its political leaders .

Summary: Actor was discussing how he wanted his hair to look in shampoo advert . Made the sound 'dwong' to express how special effects would make it look . Has now become a word similar in meaning to 'cool' - and has been used 800 million times on Chinese social media since last week .


Around 40 per cent of a typical public toilet is contaminated by bacteria and viruses, with just one germ multiplying eight million times in eight hours. But a new hand dryer claims to be the first to kill up to 99 per cent of this potentially deadly bacteria quickly and effectively. Called the Sterillo, it uses a technology known as 'UV plasma' to blitz all the dangerous airborne molecules inside a room. There she blows: A new hand dryer called Sterillo (pictured) claims to be the first to kill up to 99 per cent of potentially deadly germs. It uses a form of UV light to blitz all the bacteria inside a room . The technology is already used in ambulances and care homes to kill infections, but in the form of a hand dryer can tackle unsanitary conditions in bathrooms. The device uses technology discovered in the 1920s, called dual wave UVC light. This is a form of UV light and is already used in hospitals and to purify water in fish tanks. The device makes use of two wavelengths to kill the viruses. A lamp in the hand dryer creates a type of oxygen molecule called oxygen radicals. Such molecules are found naturally and are nature’s way of cleaning. Plasma is blasted from the dryer and destroys the germs. This can eradicate airborne infections such as Salmonella, E-Coli, MRSA and Hepatitis A. It can eradicate airborne infections that lurk in toilets such as Salmonella, E-Coli, MRSA and Hepatitis A, and inventor Steve Levy said the dryer could also benefit schools and offices. The unit costs just under £500 ($740). It contains a 'UVC plasma technology' unit that silently destroys bacteria in a room ‘every second of every day’. Mr Levy told MailOnline that the device uses technology discovered in the 1920s, called dual wave UVC light. This is a form of UV light which is already used in hospitals and to purify water in fish tanks, for example. ‘Plasma comes out and goes around the room destroying germs,’ Mr Levy said. The device makes use of two wavelengths to kill the viruses. A lamp in the hand dryer creates a type of oxygen molecule called oxygen radicals. Such molecules are found naturally and are nature’s way of cleaning. Germ slayer: The hand dryer can eradicate airborne infections that lurk in toilets such as Salmonella, E-Coli, MRSA (a scanning micrscope image is shown) and Hepatitis A. Inventor Steve Levy told MailOnline the dryer could benefit schools, offices, hospitals and care homes . Mr Levy explained that inside buildings there are fewer self-cleaning molecules than outdoors, which helps create the perfect environment for germs to breed. He said Sterillo's technology is harmless to humans and that the dryer produces lower levels of radicals than are found outside. ‘Bringing them inside can kill germs and bugs that are not around outside,’ he continued. There is an added bonus of the device eradicating unpleasant smells too, as well as any mould. The unit, which costs just under £500 ($740), contains a UVC plasma technology

Summary: Sterillo claims to be the first hand dryer to kill germs and sanitise surfaces . It uses 'UVC plasma technology' to silently destroy bacteria in a room . Can eradicate smells and germs such as Salmonella, E-Coli and MRSA . Makers say £500 ($740) device could benefit schools, offices and hospitals .


The FBI must continue to improve intelligence gathering efforts as national security threats are outpacing the agency's ability to counter them, according to a report released Wednesday. An audit of the agency requested by Congress noted the headway made since the September 11 attacks, which brought criticism that law enforcement agencies were not sharing information. The report said in many ways the agency still came up short, as worries continue that groups such as ISIS are exerting their influence on Americans and could strike on US soil. Criticized: A report requested by Congress noted the FBI's improvement since the September 11 terrorist attacks but knocked the agency failing to properly gather and analyze human intelligence. Pictured: FBI Director James Comey testifies . 'These threats are not just knocking on the door. They're in the room,' said former Representative Timothy Roemer. Roemer was a member of the original commission that prepared a report in the aftermath of the 2001 attacks, faulting the FBI and CIA for intelligence shortcomings. The newly commissioned report was tasked with reviewing how the FBI had responded to recommendations laid out in the original investigation and how it has handled counterterrorism over the last decade. It's release coincides with FBI Director James Comey's visit to Washington, where he has asked for $8.48billion to boost funding for new initiatives, including cyber activities. The report called for the agency to further integrate intelligence gathering and analysis, and tasked it with 'professionalizing' its intelligence analysts, strategically using analysts in specialized roles. The report emphasized the agency's development of human intelligence is not improving along with efforts to share intelligence among agencies. Scrutiny: The report coincided with Comey's trip to Washington to defend an $8.48billion request for extra funding in front of a House Appropriations subcommittee . 'This imbalance needs urgently to be addressed to meet growing and increasingly complex national security threats, including from adaptive and increasingly tech-savvy terrorists, more brazen computer hackers, and more technically capable, global cyber syndicates,' the report stated. The report also faulted leadership changes for slowing improvement. It recommended the FBI coordinate with private sector entities as a way to counter cyber threats. The report covered five terror plots that had occurred over the last several years, which includes the 2009 Fort Hood shooting and the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. Though it found communication and coordination hiccups between branches of the FBI, the report said there was no certainty the attacks could have been averted if these metrics were improved. It cited some cases where information that could have been leveraged to forecast attacks was not gathered or analyzed by the FBI. A 2012 rant at a mosque from Boston Marathon bomber Tamerlan Tsarnev wasn't caught by the FBI at the time, and Afghan-American cab driver Najibullah Zazi was not identified until his plan to blow up the New York City subway was thwarted, according to the report. 'What's written in there is not a surprise to anybody in the FBI `cause we have squeezed those cases trying to understand what could we do better,' Comey said.

Summary: An audit of the agency followed up on recommendations made in the wake of the September 11 attacks . The report found the agency has improvement to make in the area of human intelligence and must try to better utilize analysts . It looked at five attacks or thwarted attacks and found some intelligence did not reach the agency or get properly analyzed . The report comes as FBI Director James Comey traveled to Washington to defend an $8.5billion funding request .


George North should be stopped from playing rugby until the World Cup in September after suffering his third bout of concussion in four months. That is the view of former Scotland full back Rory Lamont, who fears for the Wales and Northampton winger’s long-term health after revealing his own battle against depression as a result of multiple head injuries. North was left unconscious in Friday night’s Aviva Premiership fixture against Wasps and Lamont, knocked out 12 times during his career, is convinced the 22-year-old has been ‘let down.' Rory Lamont reveals he battled depression after suffering 12 concussion during his rugby career . The weight of impact required to cause a bout of concussion reduces the more times a player suffers head injuries. Yet there are indications that North could still play against Clermont Auvergne in the Champions Cup quarter-final on Saturday. ‘It’s a complete disgrace that it’s got to this stage,’ Lamont told Sportsmail. ‘George has been let down. That a player can still be exposed to this at the top level is crazy. They’ve tipped him over the edge now because he’s had too many concussions in a short period of time. He should take six months out, but even then he will be increasingly susceptible. ‘I’ve got metal plates in my jaw, cheekbone and eye socket, but it’s the unseen damage that worries me. There are still moments during the day when I can’t remember my best friend’s name. I went through depression, irritability and lack of form after these knocks. George North was knocked out again and was forced off after a clash with Nathan Hughes of Wasps . ‘I nearly walked away from the game in 2008 and, if I’d had the same information that’s mainstream today, I probably would have. If the brain is gone, you’re just left with an empty vessel.’ North, who was concussed when playing against the All Blacks in November, remarked that ‘rugby is not tiddlywinks’ after he was knocked out twice against England last month. ‘There’s this standard bravado attitude,’ said 32-year-old Lamont, who believes there is a cultural problem that needs to be addressed. ‘George is right: it’s not tiddlywinks. But this is brain damage we’re talking about and it can lead to early onset dementia. Lamont has been knocked out 12 times and has suffered because of the multiple head injuries . 'Players don’t want to dig in and face up to the dangers. They have committed themselves to this career and they love it — it’s so much fun. There’s a wilful ignorance because you don’t want to accept the thing you love might end up killing you. ‘I know an England international who suffered a few concussions in one season and now, as a result, he suffers panic attacks. But he’s still playing because the thought of stopping is too scary. The money is coming in and he’s hanging out with his mates every day. ‘The players just aren’t educated: a lot of my friends are still playing and their knowledge of the long-term implications is shocking.’

Summary: Rory Lamont thinks George North shouldn't play rugby until the World Cup . The winger was knocked out cold playing for club side Northampton . North has suffered concussion three times in the past year . Lamont suffered from depression after being knocked out 12 times . Click here for all the latest rugby union news .


Mixed Martial Arts is the biggest growing sport in the world and every Thursday, Bleacher Report will bring you a buzzing story. Their five-star Mobile App “Team Stream” helps you follow the MMA 24-7: DOWNLOAD NOW . UFC title shots don't come around all too often. They are rarely earned without sacrifice and can serve as a fighter's career-defining accomplishment. But as difficult as it is to cement a shot at promotional gold, it's even tougher to take advantage of the opportunity. And for those challengers who taste defeat only to feel their time in the spotlight slip away, forging a divisional comeback is the only way to patch the wound. Here are three recently vanquished title threats who may be close to earning another shot at gold. Joseph Benavidez . Team Alpha Male standout Joseph Benavidez resides in a division dictated by arguably the most dominant champion around in Demetrious Johnson. But considering Benavidez is the flyweight version of Urijah Faber, meaning he doesn't lose outside of a title fight, the two men should cross paths once more. Joseph Benavidez (right) kicks Dustin Ortiz in their flyweight bout during the UFC event in November . Ortiz (right) punches Benavidez in their flyweight bout during the UFC Fight Night event . Expected to take on fellow Mighty Mouse leftover John Moraga at UFC 187, the 30-year-old has a chance to extend his current win streak to three. And in a weight class as shallow as a glass of water, Benavidez could once again find himself fighting for a title by the end of 2015 (if not early next year). He's a premier draw at 125 pounds, and one of only a few contenders who can actually instil some doubt about the champ's unheralded reign. Benson Henderson . Despite a recent jump up to welterweight and an impressive finish over rising contender Brandon Thatch, former lightweight champ Benson Henderson is still in the mix at 155 pounds. Add in the fact that Anthony Pettis just handed his title over to Rafael Dos Anjos at UFC 185, and Henderson should have an easier track back to contention considering Showtime had beaten him twice. Benson Henderson (left) lands a kick to the body of Brandon Thatch in their welterweight fight . Henderson attempts a submission against Thatch in their welterweight fight last month . While RDA also defeated Smooth via knockout less than one year ago, it was a close contest before the Brazilian landed on unforeseen uppercut that shortly put Henderson on another planet. Needless to say, the 31-year-old is still in the pinnacle of his career and remains one of the most dangerous entities in the deepest division in MMA. He'll be able to log two more Octagon appearances by the end of the year and will have enough momentum to earn a shot should he win both outings. Ricardo Lamas . With an epic showdown between featherweight kingpin Jose Aldo and Irish sensation Conor McGregor looming in the distance, guys like Ricardo Lamas are being drastically overlooked. While Aldo swiftly defended his

Summary: Joseph Benavidez could soon be set for another shot at a UFC title . Benson Henderson and Ricardo Lamas also make the list .


You could call Dominic Pace the ultimate film buff. The 39-year-old actor is so passionate about his craft that he has travelled with his wife and children to more than 250 film locations in an ‘epic road trip’ that began five years ago. Their travels have taken them to some of the world’s most popular spots – from the ‘Rocky steps’ in Philadelphia to the fire station featured in Ghostbusters – and lesser-known locations, including the house from Father of the Bride and the corner shop where McLovin tries to buy alcohol in the film Superbad. Scroll down for video . Dominic and Dante recreated a fight scene from Rebel Without a Cause at Los Angeles' Griffith Park . James Dean died in a car crash less than a month before Rebel Without a Cause was released in cinemas . Father and son faced off again at the Los Angeles gymnasium made famous in The Karate Kid's final scene . The Karate Kid's final scenes were filmed at California State University, Northridge in Los Angeles . Dante pretended to be McLovin, the underage character who tries to buy beer in a scene from Superbad . The 7 Days Food Store, where this scene from Superbad was set, is located in Glendale, California . Dominic, a character actor who works mostly in television, has been documenting his family’s travels, taken between breaks in work and school, with photos that show them recreating famous film scenes. It all stems back to a decision he made in 2010 when he returned from work one day and found his kids staring at the television and tablet computer in their Hollywood home. He thought it would be fun to take them to film locations in the Los Angeles area, and the idea snowballed into something that has taken them across the US and provided lasting memories. Dominic told MailOnline Travel: ‘I've always been a fan of film, and the artists who have made so many iconic projects over the past 100 years. These artists are what have always inspired me to become an actor, so that I may one day have the same impact on someone as they have had on me. One of the highlights of the family's travels as a visit to the Iowa farm from Field of Dreams . Tourists are lured to Dubuque County, Iowa, to visit the farm where Field of Dreams was filmed . Dominic and Geraldine recreate Pretty Woman's final scene outside the Las Palmas Hotel in Hollywood . The family's travels have taken them across the US, including the famous 'Rocky steps' in Philadelphia . Tourists flocked to the Philadelphia Museum of Art every day to recreate this scene from Rocky . In New York City, the Pace family visited the fire station featured in Ghostbusters . The fire station, which acted as a stand-in for the Ghostbusters' headquarters, is located in Manhattan . ‘I've always felt some of these locations were informal landmarks and tributes to the actors, directors, directors of photography and screenwriters who have done such

Summary: Dominic Pace is an actor who has had roles in many TV programmes . He came up with the idea as a way for the family to spend time together . Over the last five years they have travelled to locations across the US . Dominic's favourite spots include the town where Stand by Me was filmed . He has an album of photos showing the family recreating scenes .


Winston Churchill planned to tempt America into joining World War Two by offering the country a priceless copy of the Magna Carta. The British Cabinet believed the gesture would sway US public opinion in favour of joining the fighting in Europe, and even set a date for the handover before the deal fell through. Never-before-seen letters reveal the wartime government discussed how Americans are desperate for 'tangible evidence of their European background', meaning the gift would be of particular value. Letters written in 1941 reveal Churchill planned to gift the US a copy of the Magna Carta to persuade them to join World War Two, noting that Americans desire 'tangible evidence of their European background' The Magna Carta, which was issued by King John in 1215 establishing the rule of law and handing rights to his subjects, is also seen as a precursor to the American Constitution. In 1941, when the letters were written, a copy of the document was stranded in America following the outbreak of the war while it was on display at the New York World's Fair in 1939. The US government had already signed a deal sending vast amounts of aid money over to their struggling allies in Europe, but were still reticent about engaging in the fighting themselves. According to the letters, which go on display at the British Library from this Friday, the Americans saw the British as 'cold-blooded', 'calculating' people who failed 'to say it with flowers' The historic document (pictured), which signed over righta King John's people, is viewed as a precursor to the American constitution, and so was viewed as a generous gift . In an attempt to win them over, the British Cabinet, supported by Churchill, planned to gift them the copy of the Magna Carta, which belonged to Lincoln Cathedral. The letters, reported in The Independent, say: 'A friendly act, graciously performed, evokes a tremendous response; when an American has his emotions stirred, his generosity is unbounded. 'He will give the shirt off his back for friendship.' Officials even scheduled June 15 of that year as the day for the document to be handed over, but the deal fell through for unspecified reasons. Magna Carta: Law, Liberty, Legacy is on display at the British Library from Friday until September 1. Adult tickets cost £12 and can be purchased here .

Summary: Letters reveal Americans saw British as 'cold blooded' and 'calculating' It was hoped that gifting them copy of Magna Carta would win them over . Copy stranded in New York after war broke out while it was on display .


Tim Farron, pictured, has vowed to bring the Lib Dem party 'back from the dead' Embattled Nick Clegg faced a dramatic leadership challenge last night after a top Lib Dem MP vowed to bring the party ‘back from the dead’. Former Lib Dem President Tim Farron savaged Deputy Prime Minister Clegg’s U-turn on university tuition fees and said the party had been ‘tarnished’ by the Coalition with David Cameron. Farron, a bitter Lib Dem foe of Clegg, said the party needed a tough new leader like ex-marine Paddy Ashdown who rescued it from a similar crisis in the 1980s. He said he had the ‘vision and never say die’ spirit needed to repair the slump in Lib Dem fortunes under Clegg. Left-winger Farron, hot favourite to succeed Clegg if, as expected, the Lib Dems flop in the Election, threw down the gauntlet in an interview with The Mail on Sunday. Clegg’s panicking allies have launched a ‘stop Farron’ campaign in a last-ditch attempt to stop him taking over after the Election. But speaking ahead of the party’s spring conference in Liverpool this weekend, Farron made it clear he is determined to replace Clegg. He brushed aside claims by the Clegg camp that he is a ‘sanctimonious, God-bothering, treacherous little s***’, compared Clegg’s leadership to the Lib Dems’ ‘near death’ in the 1980s and said voters would never forgive him for his tuition fees somersault. For a committed Christian, it is surprising how much hatred Farron generates among fellow top Lib Dems. There is no love lost between Farron and his main leadership rival, Minister and Clegg ally Norman Lamb. Clegg, Lamb and co swallowed their Lib Dem pride and principles, at least on occasion, for ministerial jobs and limos in the Coalition.Meanwhile, Farron, refused a Government post by Clegg, could grandstand from the sidelines, voting against the bedroom tax and tuition fees. Farron’s supporters in the Lib Dem sandal-wearing brigade say he is ‘untainted’ and see ‘Saint Tim’ as a saviour. He became a Christian at 18, when marooned in a house in rainy Singapore on a trip with his mum. ‘There was nothing to blinkin’ read and I read this weird-looking book on God. It was life-changing,’ he explains. Farron’s conversation is peppered with ‘blinkins’ and ‘bloomins’, adding to a boyish, Tintin cartoon air of wide-eyed enthusiasm. The book he stumbled on said the Bible was true. And from that moment, Tim believed every word. Literally. He thinks God knows everything. ‘Every hair on your head is numbered,’ he says, without blinking. God knows every hair on his head? ‘Yeah.’ Farron believes that Nick Clegg, pictured, blew the trust of the voters by his u-turn on tuition fees . Mr Farron, pictured, said neither of the two main parties should assume the Lib Dems will prop them up . He scoffs at the idea of a ‘half-baked distant God – either he created every bloomin’ atom in the entire universe or he didn’t’. He derides those who believe in ‘some kind of part-time, low-wattage God’.Similarly, he believes Heaven and Hell really

Summary: Tim Farron said Nick Clegg should not have u-turned on tuition fees . He said the Lib Dems will be hit by that decision at the next election . Mr Farron said the party will not simply prop up another coalition after May .


Paul Gascoigne told the High Court today that phone-hacking was linked to his alcoholism. The 47-year-old former footballer gave evidence at the hearing in London to determine what compensation should be paid by Mirror Group Newspapers (MGN) in eight representative cases. Mr Gascoigne, who has fought a well-documented battle with alcoholism since quitting the sport, told senior judge Mr Justice Mann that he was 'fuming' that his privacy had been invaded. Scroll down for video . Paul Gascoigne gave evidence at a compensation hearing against Mirror Group Newspapers today. He was supported by former Tottenham Hotspur captain Gary Mabbutt (right) Dressed in a dark suit and pink-and-white striped shirt, the former England midfielder, who arrived at court supported by former Tottenham captain Gary Mabbutt, said he had changed his mobile because he knew there was something going on with it. His voice hoarse and shaking with emotion, he said: 'I knew I was getting hacked by the Mirror. This continued for ages. 'Phone calls to my father and family were getting blocked so I changed my mobile. It happened again so I kept on changing mobiles, five or six times a month.' Questioned by lawyer David Sherborne, who has said hacking was rife at all three of the group's national titles by mid-1999, he said that the experience of being hacked was 'scary'. Mr Gascoigne, who is complaining about 18 articles, all of which are accepted to have been the product of illegal activity, said: 'I couldn't speak to anybody, I was scared to speak to anybody... my parents, my family and kids, it was just horrendous. 'And people can't understand why I became an alcoholic.' He added: 'At the time I was going through a bad time because I knew I was getting hacked, 110%. Of course (people) wouldn't believe it - my family and Mr McKeown (therapist Johnny McKeown). 'As I was speaking to him on the phone, it clicked again. He told me I was paranoid, I was going through a mental disorder. 'I said 'No, there's f***-all wrong with me'. I knew, I knew. I put the phone down... I've never told a lie, nothing to lie about, nothing.' The former footballer (pictured, centre left, with his lawyers) said phone hacking had partly led him to drink . Gascoigne, pictured in a court sketch, said he was 'disgusted' after being told he'd not be cross-examined . After speaking briefly, Mr Gascoigne was told he would not face cross-examination by Matthew Nicklin QC, for MGN. He replied: 'I have waited 15 years to be sat here so I am disgusted, really. 'I would like to trade my mobile phone in for a coffin because these guys have ruined my life. I have no life, they've left me in a state.' He said that, in early 2006, his suspicions caused him to spend £80,000 on counter-surveillance equipment. Gascoigne said that he blamed his family for what he thought were leaks and did not speak to them for almost two years - refusing to go for Christmas with them - because

Summary: Former footballer gave evidence against Mirror Group Newspapers today . Court has been told the practice was endemic at group's three titles . Mr Gascoigne says he was '110%' sure his calls were being intercepted . He says he was told he had a mental disorder when he reported fears . Ex-England star spent £80,000 on counter-surveillance, court told . He says hacking affected his relationship with ex-wife and stepdaughter .


Multiple suicide bombings on two mosques in Yemen's capital today have left hundreds killed or injured. Four bombers wearing explosive belts targeted the Badr and al-Hashoosh mosques in Sanaa during midday prayers in what was one of the country's deadliest ever jihadist attacks. At least 137 are dead and a further 351 people are thought to have been wounded in the devastating blasts, described by eyewitnesses as being like earthquakes. Scroll down for video . A suicide bomb attack on two mosques in Sanaa, Yemen, has killed 137 people. Worshippers rushed to carry injured men covered in blood from the building . The mosques are mainly used by supporters of the Shi'ite Muslim Houthi group as well as Sunni worshippers. Above, bodies were covered in blankets after the blast . A group of men carry the body of a victim killed in the attacks using rugs from the mosque's floor . Injured people are carried on to a truck to be taken to hospital. Around 351 people are thought to be injured, medical officials reported . A group claiming to be the Yemeni branch of Islamic State immediately said they were responsible for the bombings. Charred bodies and pools of blood were seen at the scene of the explosions while footage from the al-Hashoosh mosque, showed screaming volunteers using bloodied blankets to carry away victims. At the Badr mosque at least 25 bloody bodies were seen lying in the street and inside the building. The mosques are mainly used by supporters of the Shi'ite Muslim Houthi group as well as Sunni worshippers. The group posted an online statement saying that five suicide bombers carried out what it described as a 'blessed operation' against the 'dens of the Shiites'. It also warned of an 'upcoming flood' of attacks against the rebels . The claim offered no proof of their role - but it was posted on the same website that the Islamic State affiliate in Libya claimed responsibility for Wednesday's attack on a museum in Tunisia. The first bomber was caught by militia guards searching worshippers at the entrance of the Badr mosque. Injured worshippers are helped to their feet in the aftermath of one of the devastating explosions . A Houthi militant runs from a mosque where a suicide bomber blew himself up in Sanaa . Men inspect the charred remains of the interior of the Al-Hashoush Mosque after the suicide bomb attack . One eyewitness reported that 'blood was running like a river' at the scene of the blasts on Friday . Bodies were covered in blankets after suicide bombers attacked during midday prayers in Sanaa . Medics use a stretcher to carry a body from the scene of one of the devastating bomb blasts . He detonated his device at the outside gates while a second bomber entered the mosque and blew himself up amid the crowds, according to the official news agency SABA. One witness from the attack at al-Hashoosh said he was thrown two metres by one of the blasts. Yemen is torn by a power struggle between

Summary: WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT: Four bombers launch two attacks . Badr and al-Hashoosh mosques in Sanaa targeted during midday prayers . A further 351 people have been wounded, medical officials reported . Islamic State claimed responsibility and said it was a 'blessed operation'


The Premier League will break extraordinary new ground this weekend when fans are taken inside the dressing room ahead of Arsenal vs Liverpool. In a first for top-flight football, both pre-match teamtalks by the captains will be streamed live to the world from the Emirates on Saturday. As they bid to keep track with the latest technology, the Premier League has convinced both clubs to take part. But it was only rubber-stamped last night after the rivals agreed to a strict number of rules that will ensure neither side is left at a disadvantage. Per Mertesacker and Jordan Henderson will give teamtalks in the dressing room that will be broadcast live . Although the teamtalks by Per Mertesacker and Jordan Henderson will not be screened on BT Sport - who are covering the match live on TV - fans who own a smartphone will be able to tune in. New social media tool Periscope - which was launched last week - will host both teamtalks as it bids to break into the sports market. Arsenal and Liverpool were initially reluctant to take part in the broadcast - but Premier League chiefs have assured them it will not compromise their attempts to win the match. Although Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers - who famously starred in the Being Liverpool documentary on Channel Five - was willing to take part, his counterpart Arsene Wenger was hesistant over fears of giving away his side's secrets. However, a meeting between the clubs and Premier League officials has left both convinced it is a clever marketing idea as they aim to draw more fans from the United States and Asia. Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger warmed to the idea and is now in agreement with Brendan Rodgers . Sportsmail understands that the rules agreed between the teams are: . Periscope are hoping they will have a combined 250,000 viewers for the two broadcasts which would set a new record for the app. They have even deployed a special IT unit to ensure the broadcasts hold up with huge number of expected viewers. If successful, they would then attempt to convince the Premier League to make it a regular feature on match days. If you are scratching your head at this story, perhaps check the published date at the top... Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article.

Summary: Fans will be able to watch Per Mertesacker and Jordan Henderson speak . The pair will give teamtalks to their sides before Saturday's match . Premier League have convinced clubs to be part of experiment . Social media tool Periscope will broadcast the clips to fans around world . Clubs have agreed set rules to ensure there is no advantage gained . Could kickstart revolution by taking fans inside the dressing room . CLICK HERE for all the latest Premier League news . Only the captain will speak with the rest of the players and the manager vowing to stay silent. Each teamtalk will be filmed by one of the two linesmen to ensure there is no bias. Clubs do not have to reveal specific tactics - instead the focus will be getting the team 'pumped up' for the match. Each broadcast will be limited to two minutes and they will take place simultaneously. The referee - standing between the two dressing room entrances - will blow his whistle to signal the start. He will then blow his whistle again at the end of the two-minute period. Both captains have agreed they will not swear during the teamtalk to avoid offending any viewers.


At the beginning of March, we brought you Cristiano Ronaldo's new footwear advert... and now, the Real Madrid superstar has released a behind-the-scenes look at exactly how it was filmed. The 'CR7 footwear' clip sees a twinkle-toed Ronaldo showing off some impressive dance moves to promote his new brand of shoes, and the latest installment has revealed the secrets behind the shoot. Unseen in the advert itself, Ronaldo's moves are perfectly choreographed by a dancer, with the Madrid man simply copying his off-camera expert. Cristiano Ronaldo has released a brand new behind-the-scenes video of his CR7 footwear advert . The video reveals the secret to Ronaldo's dance moves... he is copying a choreographer off-camera . The Real Madrid superstar practises his dance moves with his choreographer before filming the advert . The shoot takes place in a studio, and the 30-year-old can be seen laughing between takes as he gets to grip with the dance moves. The advert was all in aid of his new CR7 franchise, which got off to a bad start when Nike forced Ronaldo to withdraw a line of trainers from his collection in the belief that it competed directly with one of their own. Nike pay the Portugal forward around £5.5million a year, and according to reports, he would have needed prior consent from the sportswear giants to release a similar trainer, which he did not have. Ronaldo shows off a number of different styles of shoe in the advert, posted on YouTube . The 30-year-old's silky footwork is not just limited to the football pitch, it seems, as he shows off his moves . The advert, to promote Ronaldo's new range of footwear, is called 'Shine In My Shoes'

Summary: Cristiano Ronaldo released a CR7 footwear advert at the start of March . A behind-the-scenes video has now been released by the Real Madrid star . It shows a choreographer teaching Ronaldo the moves just out of shot . The advert is to promote Ronaldo's new brand of shoes, 'CR7 footwear' READ: Ronaldo only ranked 29th in list of Europe's best forwards .


Police believe they have found the bodies of a pregnant celebrity chef and her husband three days after a man was charged with their murder. Cristie Schoen Codd, 38, a season eight finalist on the Food Network Star, and Joseph Codd, 45, were killed in their Leicester, North Carolina, home last Thursday, police have said. The remains were discovered in Buncombe County on Thursday, but officials say they have not been positively identified. Robert Jason Owens, 36, a construction worker who they had hired to work on their home, was booked on two counts of first-degree murder, the murder of an unborn child, larceny and breaking and entering on Tuesday. SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEO . Believed dead: Police believe they have found the bodies of celebrity chef Cristie Schoen Codd (left), 38, a season 8 finalist on Food Network Star, and her husband Joseph Codd (right), 45 . Linked: Robert Jason Owens, 36, who has been charged with murdering a pregnant Food Network star and her husband, was a key suspect in the disappearance of Zebb Quinn (pictured) 15 years ago, it has emerged . Suspect: Sheriff Van Duncan said Owens (pictured) was a 'primary suspect' in the 2000 disappearance of 18-year-old Quinn, who vanished while he was going to look at a car for sale in Asheville with Owens, then 21 . Dr. Sharon Sweede told Ashville's Citizen Times: 'I did a brief exam of these remains. We don't have positive identifications. We really can't make any other comment . It has emerged that Owens was a 'primary suspect' in the 2000 disappearance of Zebb Quinn, 18, who vanished while he was going to look at a car for sale in Asheville with Owens, then 21. Quinn, who has not been seen since the night of January 2 that year, was captured on surveillance video buying sodas with Owens at a convenience store after he got off work at Walmart at 9pm. The pair then drove away separately. But they were apparently heading to the same destination to look at a Mitsubishi Eclipse for sale that Quinn was interested in buying, police told Fox Carolina. Owens later told police that a short while later, Quinn flashed his headlights at him and the two pulled over. Quinn then went off to return a page, before returning in a 'frantic' state, Owens said. Cancelling the pair's plans to see the Mitsubishi, Quinn reportedly told Owens he needed to leave and drove off, bumping into his friend's truck on his way. Since that moment, he has been missing. On January 3, Quinn's mother, Denise Vlahakis, filed a missing person's report. Two weeks later, the alleged victim's car, a 1990 Mazda Protégé, appeared in the parking lot of a nearby restaurant. Bizarrely, a live puppy was inside the vehicle, which was situated at The Little Pigs Barbecue near a hospital where Vlahakis worked. A pair of lips were also drawn on the car's back windshield. Unanswered questions: Quinn (left), who has not been seen since the night of January 2, 2000, was captured on video

Summary: Cristie Schoen Codd, 38 and Joseph Codd were reported missing Sunday . Police believe they were killed in Leicester, North Carolina, on Thursday . Robert Jason Owens, 36, is facing multiple charges related to their deaths . He was a 'primary suspect' in the 2000 disappearance of Zebb Quinn, 18 .


A 25-year-old nurse who dated Sanford Rubenstein is claiming the 70-year-old New York civil rights attorney begged her to stage an orgy - just a month after he was cleared of rape allegations. Laura Abraham told the New York Post that when she tried to break up with the multimillionaire lawyer, he suggested that she should round up several male friends and have an orgy. She claims the attorney said he wanted to watch her have sex with multiple men at once. 'He wanted me to be a live porno star in front of him. ...I told him that’s not something I ever fantasized about,' she told the newspaper. Sanford Rubenstein, a prominent civil rights attorney who works with Rev. Al Sharpton, was accused of rape in October, but later cleared . She also claims that Rubenstein tried to give her money to buy drugs for her to take - but she refused. Abraham says her romance with Rubenstein was unfolding as he was defending himself against accusations he had raped an unconscious Macy's executive after taking her home from his pal Rev. Al Sharpton's birthday party in October. Rubenstein, who won tens of millions of dollars pursuing police brutality lawsuits with the help of Sharpton, was cleared in January after investigators concluded there was not enough evidence to charge him. Rubenstein vehemently denied the rape allegations and said the sex was consensual. Abraham says she met Rubenstein in November and finally ended things last week. She says they occasionally shared a bed - but that she never had sex with him. Through his attorney Ben Brafman, Rubenstein confirmed to the Post that he had a 'brief personal relationship' with Abraham. However, he called Abraham's allegations 'ridiculous' and 'patently false.' Brafman referred to Abraham as a 'scorned woman.' Rubenstein and Abraham were pictured together at a hotel in South Beach in Miami at the end of February. She says that she never was sexually attracted to him - but that she met him once a week for dinner or to hang out at his Manhattan apartment. She says his indecent proposal came around Valentine's Day when she tried to end things. 'He said, "It’s OK if you don’t want to be exclusive anymore, because I would love to see you have sex with multiple men at the same time..."' she told the Post. Despite turning him down, Abraham continued to see the wealthy septuagenarian lawyer. She claims the final straw came when he encouraged her to do molly - the potent powdered form of the party drug MDMA - and tried to give her cash so she could buy it. She claims he wanted her to get high so he could 'have his way' with her.

Summary: Laura Abraham, 25, says she started dating Rubenstein while he was defending himself from rape allegations . When she tried to break up with him in February, he tried to convince her to have an orgy and let him watch, she claims . He also tried to give her money to buy drugs for her to take, she claims . Rubenstein's lawyer called the allegations 'ridiculous' and 'patently false' Claims she is a 'scorned woman'


Lancashire Police chiefs found ‘no evidence’ that attempts to bring Cyril Smith (pictured) to justice were blocked . A police force accused of covering up Cyril Smith’s crimes faced claims of a ‘whitewash’ last night after it cleared itself of blame. Lancashire Police chiefs declared they found ‘absolutely no evidence’ that attempts to bring the paedophile Liberal MP to justice were blocked. The internal inquiry contradicts claims by retired detectives that key evidence was ‘locked away’ and they were silenced. Labour MP Simon Danczuk, whose book about Smith’s sordid double life sparked the investigation, last night accused the force of a whitewash. He said there is a ‘mountain of evidence’ that Smith was a paedophile and serious failings had allowed him to ‘get away with his crimes for years’. ‘It is very disappointing that Lancashire Police are unable to accept this and are now trying to rubbish the claims of their own former officers,’ Mr Danczuk added. ‘This shows that we haven’t learned lessons from the past and a culture of cover-up and denial still persists.’ The outcome of the inquiry will raise questions over whether it is appropriate for police to investigate themselves in such cases. Yesterday, the independent police watchdog revealed it is overseeing 14 claims of cover-ups and corruption by Scotland Yard in historic sex abuse cases. The London force will also investigate itself. MPs want Prime Minister David Cameron to guarantee police whistleblowers will not be prosecuted under the Official Secrets Act if they come forward. Scroll down for video . They said ex-officers, public officials and spies may hold vital information that could open up suspected powerful networks that protected abusers. Home Secretary Theresa May yesterday insisted spies and police will not face prosecution under the Official Secrets Act if they give evidence to the police or the Home Office’s abuse inquiry. MPs want Prime Minister David Cameron (pictured) to guarantee police whistleblowers will not be prosecuted under the Official Secrets Act if they come forward . She has invited Justice Goddard, who is leading the inquiry, to seek confirmation from the Attorney General that no charges would be brought. However, when pressed by the Home Affairs Committee, Mrs May declined to extend the protection to whistleblowers who speak to the media or elsewhere in public. Police suspect Smith’s activities as a paedophile could be key to unlocking claims of an Establishment child sex ring. The politician abused children at care homes and schools in Rochdale and Manchester. He was also seen at the notorious Elm Guest House, in Barnes, south-west London, where appalling crimes are said to have taken place involving young boys. Jack Tasker, a former Lancashire detective, who led one of three investigations into Smith, said it was stopped because it could have led to the ‘fall of the Government’. Home Secretary Theresa May (pictured) insisted spies and police will not face prosecution under the Official Secrets Act if they give evidence to the police or the Home Office’s abuse inquiry . He claims his 1969 inquiry into abuse at Cambridge House care home

Summary: Lancashire Police had been accused of covering up Cyril Smith's crimes . But force bosses face claims of a 'whitewash' after it cleared itself of blame . They found 'no evidence' attempts to bring Smith to justice were blocked . Contradicts claims by retired detective that key evidence was 'locked away' and they were silenced .


Samantha Cameron is to hit the campaign trail as part of a Tory strategy to keep her husband in Number 10. Conservative strategists believe the PM's wife could be a secret weapon in the battle for re-election on May 7. The couple appeared together yesterday in the first of many campaign visits, but David Cameron admitted that the pressures of wooing voters means their regular date nights will have to be put on hold. Scroll down for video . David and Samantha Cameron are to appear together regularly during the election campaign to woo floating voters . Mrs Cameron has secured a broadly positive press since moving into Number 10 five years ago, largely by keeping below the radar. Many of her appearances have been linked to her charities, including Save The Children, Comic Relief and Tickets For Troops. She has also championed the creative industries, hosting events in Downing Street to mark London Fashion Week. But she is now expected to make a series of more stridently political interventions, after using a BBC interview last week to back her husband's bid to remain as Prime Minister. She said: 'He's definitely for my mind the best man for the job. 'I hope that me and the family help him to keep things in perspective - keep him grounded - help him to pace himself over the next eight weeks.' And yesterday they were filmed together discussing their hospital visits with son Ivan, who died in 2009. The couple appeared at Salford Royal Hospital on Saturday, where they spoke to patient Tom Lawrence about their hospital visits with son Ivan, who died in 2009 . Mrs Cameron was on the front row for her husbands keynote speech to the Conservative Spring Forum . Mrs Cameron managed to avoid being caught pulling an embarrassing expression, something her husband did not acheive . They were seen speaking to a patient during a visit to Salford's Royal Hospital in Greater Manchester. The PM said: 'When our son was very ill, we often went into hospital and it is very difficult to get out at the weekend.' Mrs Cameron added: 'On a Friday, if we thought there was any chance that we could get home, I was like: 'We've got to get out this afternoon'.' The Tory leader has made much of his regular 'date nights', slipping out of Downing Street to visit trendy restaurants like Kitty Fisher's in Mayfair and the celeb haunt Chiltern Firehouse. But the nights out will have to be shelved while the couple focus on winning votes. Mrs Cameron used an appearance in a BBC interview at the couple's Oxfordshire home last week to back her husband's bid to remain as Prime Minister . Mrs Cameron has also championed the creative industries, hosting events in Downing Street to mark London Fashion Week and often appearing on the front row at high profile shows . Unafraid to make a spectacle of herself, in 2013 she posed in a red wig to promote Comic Relief in her Downing Street kitchen . During the five

Summary: Samantha Cameron to make regularly appearances on the campaign trail . Prime Minister's wife vows David is 'definitely the best man for the job' Tory leader admits pressure of campaign means fewer date nights . Rejects claims he is the 'chillaxing' PM and insists he gets up before 6am .


Alexandre Lacazette scored his first international goal as France beat Denmark 2-0 in a friendly match on Sunday. Three days after slumping to its first defeat since last year's World Cup in a 3-1 loss to Brazil, the 2016 European Championship host recovered with a convincing display of attacking football. Although the hosts were less fluid in the second half and allowed Denmark more ball possession, the French were never seriously troubled. Olivier Giroud (right) was on target as France defeated Denmark 2-0 in their international friendly . The Arsenal forward (right) is congratulated by team-mates after doubling France's first-half lead . Lyon forward Alexandre Lacazette (right) reacts with Morgan Schneiderlin after opening the scoring for France . FRANCE: Ruffier, Tremoulinas, Koscielny, Varane, Jallet, Kondogbia, Schneiderlin (Valbuena), Griezmann (Fekir), Payet (Pogba), Lacazette (Matuidi), Giroud . Goals: Lacazette 14', Giroud 38 . DENMARK: Schmeichel, Wass, Kjaer, Sviatchenko (Hansen), Boilesen, Jacobsen, Kvist (Delaney), Krohn-Dehli, Eriksen (Schone), Bendtner, Vibe (Jorgensen) Lacazette scored from a rebound in the 14th minute with a powerful shot after Denmark goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel parried Antoine Griezmann's effort. Arsenal forward Olivier Giroud then doubled the hosts' lead with a shot under Schmeichel from Geoffrey Kondogbia's through ball. Denmark striker Nicklas Bendtner hit the post with a header just before the interval and the visitors had a couple of chances denied by France keeper Stephane Ruffier in the second half. 'We did better during the first half, but it's logical with all the changes we made,' said France coach Didier Deschamps. France forward Antoine Griezmann (left) comes close to scoring before being denied by Kasper Schmeichel . Lacazette (centre) gets a shot away in between Denmark defenders Nicolai Boilesen and Simon Kjaer (right) Lacazette watches as his shot sails into the net after Schmeichel could only parry Griezmann's shot . Lacazette wheels away in celebration after netting the opener from Schmeichel's parried save . France manager Didier Deschamps (right) doesn't look too impressed despite his side taking the lead . The Lyon star races away to celebrate handing his side the lead against Denmark in St Etienne . France enjoyed most of the possession in a lively first half, with Dimitri Payet adding pace and creativity in midfield. After earning his sixth cap, Lacazette and his Lyon teammate Christophe Jallet were jeered by sections of Saint-Etienne fans, whose club is involved in a fierce local rivalry with Lyon. But Lacazette's goal silenced them and the whistles stopped. The bulky forward had another chance 10 minutes later but the French league's leading scorer saw his 20-meter shot pushed out for a corner by Schmeichel. The Danish keeper looked well beaten in the next minute when Payet's angled shot ended just a few inches wide of the top corner. Chelsea target Raphael Varane (right) wins an aerial duel with Denmark defenders . French midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia (left) battles for the ball before supplying the pass for Giroud's goal . Giroud embraces team-mate Kondogbia after his pass set the Arsenal striker up to score France's second . Giroud celebrates his goal that follows a rich

Summary: France hosted Denmark in a second friendly during the international break . Lyon forward Alexandre Lacazette opened the scoring after 14minutes . In-form Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud completed victory with a neat finish .


The dream of Danish kids hoping to emulate Michael Laudrup and play for Barcelona moved a step closer on Thursday with the announcement of the Spanish club's plans to set up an academy near Copenhagen. Allan Simonsen, who became the first Dane to represent the Catalan club when he joined in 1979, said the academy would offer young Danish prospects a new kind of footballing education. 'FC Barcelona comes with a new offer to the young people, who will come to learn an entirely different philosophy,' Simonsen told a news conference as plans for the FCBEscola academy, which will be based some 16km north-west of Copenhagen in Ballerup, were unveiled. Young Danish players could follow Lionel Messi (left) into the Barcelona first-team through a new academy . Allan Simonsen believes the new academy will give Danish players the chance to enjoy a new philosophy . 'I sincerely doubt that the philosophy is practised in very many places, so it will be completely new.' But reaction to the news was not all positive and the Danish FA (DBU) poured cold water on the idea. 'The DBU has still not received an official request from FC Barcelona about their desire for the establishment of an academy in Denmark, including specific information on what such a setup would contain,' the DBU said in a statement. 'It is a precondition for the establishment of such an academy in Denmark that it obtains the approval of the DBU.' The DBU's head of grassroots soccer Steen Joergensen expressed concern over the well-being of children and that Danish junior football could become a hotbed of competition between elite academies as youngsters chase the dream of turning professional. Former Denmark international Michael Laudrup played for Barcelona between 1989 and 1994 . 'For us it is important that FC Barcelona, like all others, manage to take care of both the child and the talent, so that there won't be tough competition with focus on the potential economic gain at too early an age,' he said in a statement. 'It is initially about childrens' well-being, happiness and security, which in our opinion are fundamental prerequisites for the development of children.' FCBEscola director Xevi Merce played down suggestions that the world-famous club's network of academies were a way of unearthing players who would then be spirited off to the La Masia academy in Spain, where Lionel Messi learned his trade. 'We are going to give a plus to Denmark, not to steal talents. We will develop and demonstrate our method, and then we will learn from Danish football,' he said.

Summary: The FCBEscola academy will be based 16km north-west of Copenhagen . Former Barcelona player Allan Simonsen says it will offer young players 'an entirely different philosophy' Michael Laudrup and Simonsen both represented the Catalan giants . The Danish FA say they have not had an official request from Barcelona . CLICK HERE for all the latest Barcelona news .


The Football Association has scrapped plans to field Great Britain men's and women's football teams at the 2016 Rio Olympics, according to reports. The FA reportedly wrote to the Scottish, Welsh and Northern Irish associations on Monday to inform them of the decision after failing to gain their support. FIFA had confirmed that all four home nations would have to support a Team GB, and the Football Association of Wales especially has been vehemently opposed to the idea. Aaron Ramsey was part of the Team GB men's football team at the 2012 London Olympic Games . The FA wrote to the Scottish, Welsh and Northern Irish associations in January telling them of its intent to enter men's and women's teams for Rio, but FIFA vice-president Jim Boyce confirmed earlier this month all home nations would have to consent. Boyce said: 'I was given an absolute categorical reassurance from FIFA that unless full agreement could be reached between England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, there would be no GB team participating at next year's Olympics.' Team GB lost on penalties to South Korea to go out of the competition and failed to win a medal . Team GB footballer Gill Scott (left) and team mates off to training at Olympic Park, Stratford .

Summary: Football Assocation to reject calls to play Team GB football teams in Rio . Great Britain had two sides at the London 2012 Olympic Games . It will be seen as a major disappointment to fans who wanted the sides .


You could be forgiven for not recognising the face (or rather the body) in Emporio Armani's latest underwear campaign. The stylish black and white photos show a torso that is suitably chiselled, immaculately groomed hair, a dash of designer stubble and, of course, the brightest - and tightest - white pants. DJ Calvin Harris, 31, has undergone a startling transformation in recent years; his once skinny frame replaced with a rippling physique that could put many a male model to shame. When images from the glamorous shoot were released, they quickly went viral. Wow! What happened to Calvin Harris? The superstar DJ, said to be worth £44million, is the star of a new underwear campaign by Armani... but he wasn't always to easy on the eye . Pre-muscles: The 31-year-old Scotsman from Dumfries, pictured here in 2007 and 2009 respectively, once favoured the skinny-boy look with longer locks and paler skin . Swoon: The DJ has all but given up alcohol and has a regular exercise routine that has honed his body...he joins David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo as one of Armani's boys in briefs . Harris, said to be the world's richest DJ with a personal wealth of around £44million, says his enviable six-pack is down to largely ditching alcohol - he hasn't drunk for a year - and a dedication to working out. The pop star, from Dumfries in Scotland, seems to be enjoying what has become known as the 'Gary Barlow effect', where men get more attractive as they advance in years. In the boy band's heyday, the Take That star was famously the least attractive member, something he himself admitted to - and trailed in the wake of his more athletically-blessed peers when it came to fan mail. Yet in the group's renaissance, Gary has captured the hearts of a new generation of fans. Following a strict diet, the songwriter has shed the pounds that once dogged him and managed to keep the weight off. A smart haircut, light beard and personal stylist have seen his popularity soar. After the weight loss, he said: 'I’ve just not got the sort of body where I can pick and choose what I eat. I’ve got to go for one thing and stick by it. So I’ve tried not to have sugar and caffeine, etc, and it’s boring, it’s really boring. 'But it works for me. The result is that I feel good.' Better second time around: Gone is the peroxide hair of Gary in the first incarnation of Take That...replaced by a gentle quiff, light tan and more slimline figure . Not so gorgeous George: On the set of Nineties television show Baby Talk, Mr Clooney sported bouncy hair and double denim but has grown older gracefully, and bagged a beautiful lady to boot. The actor is pictured earlier this year with new wife Amal Alamuddin . Not always Prince Charming: Harry's flame-red hair, (captured left at Eton College in 2003) has softened with age and a career in the Army has ensured his slight physique is a thing of

Summary: Calvin Harris is the world's richest DJ and is said to be worth £44million . The star, 31, from Dumfries has undergone a body makeover . After regular workouts and a controlled diet, he models Armani underwear . He's just the latest celebrity to get better looking with age .


The incredible moment a tiger chased an entire herd of deer before sinking its teeth into its prey has been captured in a series of astonishing photographs. Wildlife photographer Sudhir Shivaram has shared the stunning array of images, taken at the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve in the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra state in India. He said he watched with amazement as the tigress chased the deer into bushy woodland by a lake, before catching and killing one and dragging it along the ground and into the water. Under attack: A tiger pounces on a helpless deer after hunting it in the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve in India . Chase: The tiger sprints towards its target having stalked a herd carefully for a period of time . Hunted: The tiger sinks his teeth and claws into its chosen victim . Sudhir said: 'During our morning safari we came across this tigress which was sitting beside the safari track. 'She had her focus locked on this spotted deer in the grassland near a water body. 'The tigress wasn't even remotely bothered by our presence. 'We saw her scanning the terrain and spotting these deer near the water body. Caught: The tiger drags the carcass of the deer into the grass to feast on . Jaws: The tiger carries the deer into the water with its teeth . Submerged: The tired tiger brings the deer into the water before taking a drink . Proud: The tiger looking out on the terrain was spotted and photographed by Sudhir Shivaram, right . 'She sprinted across and was locked on her target prey - there are spotted deer alarm calls everywhere and they all started running away in all directions. 'The tiger adjusted her direction to pinpoint her prey and as her target was leaping in the air the spotted deer knew death was right in front of her. 'We could see the fear in her eyes - the tiger easily caught the deer as it landed in her lap.' Sudhir said the tiger was so tired by the chase that it was forced to dump the deer to take a rest. He said: 'The other spotted deer which was running behind the main deer has a very narrow escape as she saw the tiger holding on to the deer. 'She made her escape thanking her stars. On the move: The tiger sends birds into the sky as it starts its chase towards the deer, who are hidden in the grass . Sprint: The tigress heads for the grass after spotting a herd of deer . 'The tiger was resting for some time looking in our direction before dragging the prey to the water body. 'She immersed the deer before drinking some water - she was absolutely exhausted from the hunt. 'The tiger then dragged the deer back to the grassland, hid it in the tall grass and the went back to relax in the water before disappearing in the tall grass again.' Flee: Sensing danger, the deer flee away from the scene before the tigress can attack

Summary: Photographer Sudhir Shivaram took stunning images while on safari . Show a tiger stalking a herd of deer, before sinking its teeth into its victim . Beast then drags the deer carcass into the water and along the riverbank .


The 2015 Miami Open kicked off on Monday, but some of tennis' finest found time to visit the Seaquarium before taking to the court, where they swam with dolphins in the 30 degree heat. Among the group were Juan Martin Del Potro, American Sam Querrey, Feliciano Lopez, Sabine Lisicki and France's Alize Cornet. The group posed in front of the dolphins, before jumping into the water themselves to interact with the sea creatures, a privilege that would usually cost $210 (£140) to the average visitor. Some of the world's best tennis stars, including Sabine Lisiki (second left, top), swam with dolphins in Miami . Juan Martin Del Potro was one of the male players in attendance ahead of the 2015 Miami Open in Florida . Lisicki, ranked 21st in the world, smiled for the cameras as she interacted with a dolphin at the Seaquarium . The tennis stars, most of whom will be in action at Crandon Park Tennis Center on Wednesday, kissed and swam with the dolphins at the venue in Key Biscayne, Florida. Del Potro, who has been plagued by injuries, dropping to 616 in the world rankings, will kick off his Miami Open campaign on Thursday against Canadian Vasek Pospisil, while Sam Querrey - on home turf - will face Victor Estrella Burgos in his first round match. On the women's side of the draw, Sabine Lisicki, fresh from her Indian Wells semi-final appearance, receives a bye in the first round and will face either Julia Georges or Jana Cepelova in the second round in Miami. Sam Querrey, Del Potro, Nenad Zimonjic, Ryan Harrison, Steve Johnson and Feliciano Lopez (l-r) in attendance . Zimonjic, former Doubles World No 1, plants a kiss on a dolphin at the Miami Seaquarium on Tuesday . Andrea Hlavackova of the Czech Republic, ranked 206 in the world, smiles as she is pulled along by a dolphin . Some of the world's best will compete at the tournament, which runs until April 5 in Florida. Andy Murray will play, but faces a tough run as he is in the same half of the draw as Rafael Nadal. The British No 1 is set to face Donald Young, who he recently beat in the Davis Cup, or Yen-Hsun Lu in his first match of the tournament. Elsewhere, world No 1 Novak Djokovic will also compete, while on the Ladies side of the draw, top three seeds Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova, and Simona Halep are all in action. Feliciano Lopez will look to take a step closer to the top 10 in the world with a good performance in Miami . France's Alize Cornet shakes hands with a dolphin ahead of the Miami Open in Crandon Park Tennis Center . Monica Puig, who faces Irina Falconi in the first round on Wednesday, is pulled along by a dolphin .

Summary: The 2015 Miami Open began on Monday and will run until April 5 . Some of the world's best players will be in action at the tournament . A number of players visited the Miami Seaquarium on Tuesday . They swam with dolphins and were pictured at the side of the pool .


Among the stream of letdowns to flow from England’s World Cup perhaps the most poignant poured from the lips of Eoin Morgan on Sunday. Morgan is the most inventive England batsman of his generation, and that includes Kevin Pietersen. He is resolutely his own man – a Dubliner who crossed the Irish Sea, an advocate of the IPL in a country which often disdains it, and a thoughtful presence around the traps, alert with a hint of aloof. But the system can drag down the best. And so, reflecting on the horrific nine-wicket loss to Sri Lanka in Wellington after England had scored 309 for 6, Morgan sought comfort in stats. England captain Eoin Morgan found solace in statistics following the heavy defeat by Sri Lanka . First this: ‘We were 25 above par, and the stats backed that up. Par here is about 275-280.’ Then this: ‘We bowled a lot of bad balls. Over the next couple of days we’ll get the Hawk-Eye stuff, and the proof will be in that.’ Stats have always been a hallmark of Peter Moores’s England. Famously, he introduced Andy Flower to Moneyball, Michael Lewis’s classic account of sabermetrics (the statistical analysis of baseball); infamously, he allowed stats to encourage the selection of Darren Pattinson against South Africa in 2008. Stats work – and they don’t. At their best, they confirm hunches. At their worst, they become a usefully faceless scapegoat: don’t blame us, we were only following the stats! We exaggerate, but not by much. What, after all, is the relevance of stats when the change in fielding restrictions has made 300 the norm? And why defer to Hawk-Eye when Naked-Eye told you England bowled like drains? Jos Buttler needs to be cut loose at the top of the batting order when the situation merits his promotion . Gary Ballance (left) is suffering from poor form and England's insistence on using him as a No 3 . The system isn’t working. If it were working – or even close to working – England would not have lost to Australia by 111 runs, to New Zealand with more than 37 overs to spare, and to Sri Lanka by nine wickets while defending over 300. The Associate nations are making a better fist of things. So if not the system, then what? Poor Morgan, by nature a free spirit, has inherited a job weighed down by English caution. Roundheads are better at Tests; cavaliers prefer one-dayers. And England are playing a form of 50-over cricket more suited to Oliver Cromwell and 1645. Conservatism continues to bedevil them. When Jos Buttler hit the fastest one-day hundred by an England batsman, against Sri Lanka at Lord’s, Alastair Cook told us he wasn’t ready for Test cricket. Alex Hales has not been trusted in the one-day side, despite producing the innings of the World Twenty20 last March. James Taylor has been shunted to No 6, after prospering at No 3. The free-hitting Alex Hales has not been trusted to form a regular part of their 50-over batting order . James

Summary: England are suffering a miserable Cricket World Cup . Eoin Morgan sought refuge in statistics after latest defeat against Sri Lanka . Stats are hallmark of regime of Peter Moores, a fan of Moneyball . But system of stats-driven prudence is failing miserably .


Relations between the UK and China took a significant leap forward with an historic meeting between its President Xi Jinping and the Duke of Cambridge today. President Xi, whose Communist party leadership was once derided by the Prince of Wales as 'appalling old waxworks' warmly shook hands with his son William and heaped praise on the British Royal family. The two men met in the imposing Great Hall of the People - home of the Chinese Congress - where the president highlighted their past interest in his country and told of how they had contributed 'positively' to co-operation between China and UK. He also extended an open invitation to the Queen and her family to come to China, which could pave the way for a visit by the heir to the throne. Scroll down for video . Prince William meets Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing during his tour . The Duke of Cambridge visited the Forbidden City during his first day in China on what is one of his most important foreign tours . As the two men sat in a large marble clad room, President Xi, speaking through an interpreter, told William: 'The British Royal Family holds great influence not just in the UK but across the world. 'Over the years the Royal Family has shown great interest in, and support for Chinese/UK relations. And members of the Royal Family have done a lot and contributed positively to (the) changes and co-operation between our two countries in areas ranging from trade to environment protection...and cultural exchanges.' He added: 'I know this is Your Royal Highness' first visit to China. In China we have two sayings, first, hearing about something is not as good as seeing it. 'And the second saying is hearing about something 100 times is not the same as seeing it once. 'So I very much welcome your royal highness and other members of the Royal Family to make (a) visit to China and see more parts of China.' The president also passed on his good wishes about William's second child expected next month and 'congratulated' the Duke and Duchess on the imminent birth. He concluded by saying; 'I'm sure your royal highnesses visit to China will be a productive visit and a visit of building friendships, (it will) surely go a long way to developing mutual understanding and friendly ties between China and British people and I would like to wish your visit a great success.' In response William thanked the President 'enormously' for inviting him to the Great Hall of the People and said: 'It's been a long interest of mine, for many years, to come and visit China.' He told the Chinese leader he was going to have an informative few days adding: 'I look forward to as you say strengthening UK/China relations and building things for the future.' William, who is an Aston Villa fan, added: 'I also gather you're quite a football fan, I'm looking forward to learning about China's football!' The Prince - who has

Summary: Prince continues most diplomatically important tour of his royal career . He meets leader of growing power China in country's Congress building . UK is keen to foster good relations with Beijing and Prince's visit is key . With pregnant Kate in UK, Chinese President wished William well with baby . He toured ancient Forbidden City, which he called 'beautiful and lovely' Prince said he is interested in China's football, as well as its history . Comes after his father, Prince Charles, said regime were 'old waxworks'


In the end, it was a birthday treat that took down one of Mexico's most powerful drug lord. Authorities had been monitoring a farm that they believed Servando Gómez Martínez, or La Tuta as he was known among members of the Knights Templar cartel, could possibly he using as a hideout, and thanks to the delivery of a chocolate cake from his girlfriend María Antonieta Luna Ávalos on his birthday, their suspicions were confirmed. Mexican security forces moved in on the hideout in Morelia, Michoacán on February 27, and were able to capture Martinez without firing a single shot. Scroll down for video . Servando Gómez Martínez (above), Mexico's most-wanted drug lord, was captured by authorities hiding out on a farm on February 27 . Authorities were able to locate him as they had been monitoring the farm (above), and grew suspicious when his girlfriend dropped him off a birthday cake . Martinez, known as La Tuta, was the head of the Knights Templar cartel, and previously worked as an elementary school teacher . The Washington Post reports that it was not just the cake that confirmed the location of Martinez, but also the communication habits of one of his most trusted messengers. While Martinez, 49, never used a cell phone, one messenger did, and would frequently communicate on his device travelling to and from the farm. Unbeknownst to that messenger however, his phone was being tracked. 'Michoacan now is in a better position,' said Federal Police Commissioner Enrique Galindo Ceballos said. 'The important parts of the [cartel] structure are neutralized.' The arrest was also an incredibly big boost for President Enrique Pena Nieto as he tries to deal with the increased gang violence in the country. Though frequently on the move, and at times living in caves to evade the authorities, Martinez still loved the spotlight, and would often release videos in which he criticized the government for supporting other drug cartels. He was also known to hand over cash for favorable press. The elementary school teacher turned drug lord portrayed himself as a hero in the numerous interviews he granted the media, though in recent years the violence inflicted by members of his cartel had become far more vicious, leading to citizens of the country doing everything they could to help law enforcement in their efforts to take down the organization. He frequently granted interviews with the media criticizing the Mexican government, and would pay cash for favorable press . Martinez was also known to hide out in caves (above) to evade law enforcement . The arrest come less than a year after two of the cartel's most violent members, his sons Luis Alfredo Aguilera Esquivel and Huber Gómez Patiño, were captured by authorities. With this arrest authorities now believe the Knights Templar cartel may collapse, as almost all the organization's leaders have been captured. Martinez's group alone, La Familia Michoacana, controlled some 50 methamphetamine labs across Mexico while also making millions from a variety of illegal activities, among them extortion and kidnapping. The United States charged him under the

Summary: Servando Gómez Martínez, Mexico's most-wanted drug lord, was captured by authorities hiding out on a farm on February 27 . Authorities were able to locate him as they had been monitoring the farm, and grew suspicious when his girlfriend dropped him off a birthday cake . They then tracked a phone used by one of Martinez's most trusted messengers to lead them directly to the hideout . Martinez, known as La Tuta, was the head of the Knights Templar cartel, and previously worked as an elementary school teacher . He frequently granted interviews with the media criticizing the Mexican government, and would pay cash for favorable press . His group, La Familia Michoacana, controlled some 50 methamphetamine labs across Mexico and also made millions from a variety of illegal activities .


A Boston police officer who was shot in the face by a man during a traffic stop in an incident that set off a twilight gunfight in the city is expected to recover, Police Commissioner William Evans told reporters on Saturday. Officer John Moynihan, 34, was attacked when he pulled over suspected gang members in Boston, Massachusetts, on Friday evening. The suspect, identified as 41-year-old Angelo West, was shot dead by other officers at the scene in Boston on Friday evening after he opened fire. A female bystander was shot in the arm. West allegedly shot Moynihan 'point blank' and emptied his revolver in the unprovoked attack, police said, according to the Boston Globe. 'He's a fighter, he's going to pull through,' Evans said of Moynihan. Scroll down for video . Officer John Moynihan, 34, is expected to recover after being shot in the face in an 'unprovoked attack' during a vehicle stop . Suspect Angelo West, pictured here after a prior arrest, was shot dead at the scene after he allegedly shot a police officer point blank during a vehicle stop . Officer John Moynihan was shot in the face during a traffic stop that ended when other officers fatally shot his attacker . Moynihan is in critical condition in a coma after being shot 'point blank' by an attacker during a vehicle stop but he is expected to recover . Boston Police Commissioner William Evans spoke on Saturday during a press conference. He said West emptied his revolver of bullets . None of the officers had drawn their guns when West opened fire, Suffolk DA Dan Conley said at a press conference. Local prosecutors will investigate the shooting to ensure that Moynihan followed departmental procedures throughout the incident, said Suffolk County District Attorney Daniel Connolly. 'It's going to be completely transparent,' Connolly said of the review, which he added would be shared with West's family and lawyers once it is complete. Over the past year the United States has seen waves of sometimes violent protests after unarmed black men were killed by white police officers, including in Ferguson, Missouri, and New York. Evans alluded to those concerns, but stressed that West set off Friday's gunfight. 'It was a really violent confrontation that was clearly unprovoked by our officers,' Evans told reporters at Boston Police headquarters. Now in a critical condition in Boston Medical Center, Officer Moynihan is a highly decorated military veteran awarded a medal for bravery by President Obama for his involvement in a shoot-out with the Boston Bombing suspects. He was shot just below his right eye and placed in an induced coma fighting for his life at a hospital, police Commissioner William Evans said. Police tape roped off a car involved in the shooting at the corner of Ruthven Street and Humbolt Avenue in Roxbury, Massachusetts, on Friday . Officers conferred in Roxbury after Humboldt Avenue was shut down following a shooting on Friday evening . Crime scene tape blocked off two or three blocks in every direction, and police vehicles were scattered throughout after Friday's shooting

Summary: A team of Boston police officers pulled over car with 3 people in it . Officer John Moynihan approached, was shot 'point blank' under his right eye, now in a coma . His colleagues fatally shot the suspect, identified as Angelo West, 41 . West allegedly emptied his revolver in the unprovoked attack, police say . Officer Moynihan was awarded for his work during shoot-out with Boston Bombing suspects .


A mother left with mounds of overhanging skin after losing 10 stone through a gastric bypass is begging to have it removed on the NHS so she can find love. Sarah Lord, of Wakefield, was a size 12 before she fell pregnant with her daughter Bryony, now 12. But after her relationship with Bryony's father came to an end four months into her pregnancy, she became depressed and gave into cravings and comfort eating. The 30-year-old was referred for bariatric surgery by her doctor, and went on to lose 10 stone, swapping a diet of fry ups and pies for stir fries and fruit. Sarah Lord, 30, lost 10st after a gastric bypass operation in September 2010, after ballooning to a size 24. She is pictured before (left) and after her weight loss (right), now back to a size 12 . Although she says she feels healthier after losing weight, Miss Lord has been left with a huge flap of excess skin which has ruined her confidence and left her too insecure to attract men or wear a bikini . Miss Lord had become depressed after a break-up four months into her pregnancy, and gained weight after turning to comfort eating (left). After her gastric bypass (right) she changed her diet and began exercising . The procedure has left her with a pouch of saggy skin around her waist, which she says has ruined her confidence and left her unable to attract men. Miss Lord, who works as a team leader for the Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust, said: 'I've gained a lot of positives, but the saggy skin is holding me back from my happy ending. 'I'd like to have someone to share my life with - and no man can fancy me with all this excess skin. I need to get it removed. 'I've asked the NHS for another funded op - now I just need to hear back from my doctor to see if I qualify.' At 16 weeks into her pregnancy, Miss Lord's relationship with her daughter's father broke down. She said: 'The pregnancy was making me feeling anxious enough, and the breakup was very upsetting. I fell into a dip of depression, which I coped with through eating.' By the time Bryony was attending her first days at school, Miss Lord had ballooned six dress sizes and gained ten stone, leaving her at 22 stone and size 24. BEFORE . Breakfast: Bacon, egg and sausage sandwich . Lunch: Pie and chips . Dinner: Beef stew with Yorkshire pudding . Snacks: Crisps and chocolate . AFTER . Breakfast: Cereal . Lunch: Jacket potato and salad . Dinner: Chicken stir fry with vegetables . Snacks: Fruit and yoghurt . She said: 'I was in and out of hospital for various reasons. As my weight increased I seemed to be more prone to abscesses under my arms and on my bikini line. 'Friends thought I was bubbly and outgoing, but inside I was finding things really difficult. 'Whenever I found myself in an argument with anyone, my size was the

Summary: Sarah Lord, 30, ballooned to 22st after the birth of her daughter Bryony . A relationship breakdown during her pregnancy left her depressed . She coped by comfort eating and went from a size 12 to a size 24 . Underwent a gastric bypass in September 2010 and went on to lose 10st . Was left with a pouch of unsightly skin she says has ruined her confidence . Is desperate for NHS to remove it, but has been turned down four times .


Lewis McGugan would be open to signing a permanent deal at Sheffield Wednesday after manager Stuart Gray helped ‘put a smile’ back on his face. The attacking midfielder is on loan from Watford and has a decision to make in the summer, with one year left on his Vicarage Road contract. McGugan has scored three times and made four assists in his last eight games, setting up two goals in the dramatic late win at Rotherham on Saturday. Lewis McGugan has impressed during his loan spell at Sheffield Wednesday in recent weeks . McGugan in action for Watford last season . ‘If Sheffield Wednesday and Watford can do a deal, then brilliant, but it’s up to the clubs. I can only concentrate on playing well on the pitch,’ McGugan told Sportsmail. ‘At this point in time I’m playing week in week out, I have a smile back on my face, and that’s the most important thing. ‘The manager has been fantastic for me, really straight. You know exactly what he wants from you. He gives you the platform to go out and perform and it’s up to you to repay the faith.’ McGugan says his spell at Hillsbrough has refreshed his enjoyment for the game after a difficult period at Watford under five different head coaches since joining in July 2013. He joined on a free from boyhood club Nottingham Forest and scored 11 goals in 37 games in his first season – but Gianfranco Zola’s departure in December of that campaign altered the scene. Giuseppe Sannino came in before resigning last August sparking three changes in quick succession. Oscar Garcia was forced to vacate the role on grounds of ill health after four games, Billy McKinlay was sacked after two, and Slavisa Jokanovic has since steered Watford into automatic promotion contention. ‘It was a chance to go and play under Gianfranco Zola which was a massive pull for me,’ said McGugan. McGugan says he went to Watford to play under Gianfranco Zola but was 'shocked' after the Italian left . Playing time limited, he made his first loan move to Wednesday last November and signed again in the winter window. ‘I could have easily sat there and seen what happens but you know when you’re not really in someone’s plans and I want to play football,’ he said. ‘Knowing this manager has 100 per cent faith in me to go out and perform can only build confidence. Hopefully I can have a strong end to the season and see what happens.' A number of clubs may be interested in McGugan come summer, and he did not rule out a switch back to Forest – even if sanctions limit his former club to loan deals. ‘You never say never,’ he said. ‘Nottingham Forest was a massive part of my life and career. I made my debut at 17 and I left at the age of 24. It’s where I’m from. But the most important thing I can do is concentrate on performing.’ McGugan has refused to rule out a return to former

Summary: Lewis McGugan has scored three and made four assists in eight games . Midfielder has one year left on his contract at Watford . McGugan refuses to rule out return to former club Nottingham Forest .


Two strangers committed suicide by jumping off the George Washington Bridge in separate incidents that were just seconds apart. One victim leapt off the upper level just 75 yards from the other on the lower level, police said. He was spotted in a Toyota Sienna minivan on the bridge around 4.20pm yesterday. The other used a bicycle to get to the centre. Both men left suicide notes. Two men committed suicide by jumping off the George Washington Bridge in separate incidents that were just seconds apart . It is believed the man with the minivan had been prevented from doing the same thing just two weeks ago by a quick-thinking police officer. Jesse Turana had to grab on to the 37-year-old's clothes to stop him falling on February 17. He said at the time: 'I wasn't going to let him go - I wasn't going to let him die while I was out there.' A Port Authority spokesman said the two incidents yesterday were unrelated. 'They were both literally within seconds of each other,' he told the New York Post. Both bodies have now been recovered from the Hudson River. Sources said one of the men is believed to have tried to jump to his death two weeks ago – but was saved by a quick-thinking cop . For confidential support on suicide matters call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 1-800-273-8255 or see www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org for details .

Summary: One jumped from upper level just 75 yards away from other . Witness accounts suggest that the incidents are unrelated . Both bodies were recovered from the Hudson River yesterday .


Manchester United have finally been given the go-ahead to close in on Mats Hummels and install him as their new defensive lynchpin at the end of the season. Sportsmail understands that, after years of staying loyal to Borussia Dortmund and resisting overtures from United, the Germany centre-back has decided he's ready to cut his ties with the fallen Bundesliga giants and move on. He is fully aware of continuing interest from Old Trafford and is believed to have set his sights on becoming the latest big-name addition to an expensive United refit under Louis Van Gaal. Manchester United target Mats Hummels is prepared to leave Borussia Dortmund for a new challenge . The Dortmund defender clears a ball off the line during Saturday's 3-2 Bundesliga win over Hannover . Hummels looks on dejectedly as Juventus knock Dortmund out of the Champions League last 16 . With Borussia Dortmund . Bundesliga: 2010–11, 2011–12 . DFB-Pokal: 2011–12 . DFL-Supercup: 2013, 2014 . Champions League: Runners-up: 2012–13 . With Germany . FIFA World Cup: 2014 . The one stumbling block could be the asking price, with Dortmund willing to grant Hummels' wish, but only on their terms. They want £36million for the 26-year old and are reluctant to accept less. Van Gaal is unlikely to be deterred, though, and will urge club bosses to open talks in an attempt to agree a valuation for a defender who has the experience and know-how United need at the back. The pursuit of Dortmund skipped Hummels dates back to the 2011-12 season, when Sir Alex Ferguson attended the German Cup final to watch Jurgen Klopp's side crush Bayern Munich 5-2. It completed an historic league and cup double for Dortmund and led to Ferguson launching a bold bid to lure Hummels, Robert Lewandowski and Shinji Kagawa away from the Westfalenstadion. Louis van Gaal needs defensive reinforcements at Old Trafford but may be forced to stump up £36m . Jurgen Klopp's side have struggled this season, spending part of the campaign in the relegation spots . Repeated approaches for Hummels always met with stubborn resistance from Dortmund, but they have been forced to back down after their cultured defender indicated he was unhappy with their fall from grace this season. A sharp decline in fortunes briefly left them embroiled in a relegation battle, and though an overdue revival steadied the ship, there still seems little prospect of Champions' League football next season.. Hummels feels he has remained loyal long enough and is hoping United's negotiators can come up with a package that will smooth the way for his long-awaited arrival at Old Trafford. Juan Mata scored a wonder goal against Liverpool to put United in the driving seat to finish in the top four .

Summary: Mats Hummels has been a long-term target for Manchester United . Germany defender is ready to leave Borussia Dortmund after poor season . Fallen Bundesliga club want £36million for the World Cup winner .


Labour failed to appreciate the UK jobs market would prove a magnet for Polish plumbers, one of Tony Blair’s most senior advisers admitted yesterday. The admission was one of a series of revelations about how the last Government chronically mishandled Eastern European immigration. One ex-Cabinet minister said he had warned the influx was having a huge impact on hospitals and wages - but was largely ignored by his colleagues. Scroll down for video . Sir Stephen Wall, who was Mr Blair’s most senior EU adviser between 2000 and 2004, said Labour failed to foresee the attraction Britain would pose to Polish workers on low wages in their home country . In advance of Poland and seven other Eastern Bloc nations joining the EU in 2004, ministers relied upon advice suggesting only 13,000 would settle each year. In the end, more than one million travelled – with at least half that number settling in what is one of the biggest waves of immigration in British history. They were attracted by wages which are significantly higher than back home. Sir Stephen Wall, who was Mr Blair’s most senior EU adviser between 2000 and 2004, said: ‘We simply didn’t take account properly of the pull factor of England for people with skills who could probably find a bigger market [in the UK] for their skills - you know, the Polish plumber.’ In comments which will pose a huge headache for Ed Miliband, Sir Stephen also admitted the decision to throw open Britain’s borders at a time when other countries were imposing transitional controls was ‘political’. The remarks risk re-igniting the debate about Labour’s record – for which the Labour leader recently apologised. Lord Green of Deddington said the figure of 13,000 Polish workers settling in the UK originally given by Labour was 'completely worthless' (file image) Sir Stephen said: ‘The primary argument was the political one – this was the right thing to do, we attached a lot of importance to them as democratic countries and keeping our position as the number one friend of eastern and central Europeans.’ Last night, Lord Green of Deddington, chairman of the Migration Watch campaign group, told the Mail: ‘It is astonishing that nobody properly considered the impact of the wage differential between Britain and a huge country like Poland. ‘We said at the time the forecast of 13,000-a-year was almost worthless. In fact, it was completely worthless.’ Yesterday, it also emerged that ex-Labour Cabinet minister John Denham had written to Chancellor Gordon Brown and Home Secretary Charles Clarke to warn the new arrivals were having a huge impact. He said the Government failed to recognise what was happening in constituencies like his own in Southampton, where wages were driven down by as much as 50 per cent, A&E departments came under strain and 1,000 migrants attempted to sign up for an English-as-a-second language course in a single day. Mr Denham added: ‘The whole irony of this is that in some respects Tony Blair was obsessed by immigration, particularly about illegal immigration and abuse of the asylum system, but

Summary: Sir Stephen Wall said Labour failed to realise attraction Britain would pose . Lord Green said estimate of 13,000immigrants per year was 'worthless' Former Home Secretary David Blunkett rushed to defend mass migration .


While Apple was unveiling its Watch yesterday, some of the biggest names in technology were showing off their own wearable devices in London. The likes of Samsung and Intel are at the annual Wearable Technology Show (WTS) alongside smaller firms and startups. Devices on show include Samsung's virtual reality headset, a Bluetooth medical splint and a bag that warns owners if they've left something at home. The likes of Samsung and Intel are at the annual Wearable Technology Show (WTS) alongside smaller firms and startups. Devices on show include Samsung's Gear virtual reality headset (pictured), a Bluetooth medical splint and a bag that warns owners if they've left something at home . WTS is the industry's largest event, with more than 100 companies displaying their products, and it is taking place at the ExCel exhibition centre in London. Among those at the show is European 10,000m champion Jo Pavey, 41, who is testing the latest in smart training devices. In particular she has been trying out Intel's £130 SMS Biosport earphones that work with a smartphone app to measure running pace and heartbeat. The latter normally means wearing a bulky and uncomfortable device on a chest strap, she said. Elsewhere Samsung has been showing off its Gear VR headset and Gear S smartwatch. The watch has been discussed a lot over the past 24 hours since its main rival Apple launched its own first wearable. The Gear S has a 2-inch curved screen and can be used to show messages and notifications from a connected phone at a glance. There is also a port for a nano SIM that gives the watch its own mobile network, and the screen can be customised - as well as the colour of the straps. Samsung's Gear VR uses the 5.7-inch Quad HD display of a Galaxy Note 4 mounted into the specially designed headset to enter virtual worlds. The Korean firm also recently unveiled it Gear VR Innovator Edition. Both are powered by Oculus Rift technology but the Innovator is 15 per cent smaller than the Gear VR . WTS is the industry's largest event and is taking place at the ExCel exhibition centre in London. Among those at the show is European 10,000m champion Jo Pavey (pictured) who is testing Intel's £130 SMS Biosport earphones that work with a smartphone app to measure running pace and heartbeat . Elsewhere Samsung is showing off its Gear S smartwatch. The Gear S has a 2-inch curved screen and can be used to show messages and notifications from a connected phone at a glance. There is also a port for a nano SIM that gives the watch its own mobile network and the screen can be customised . Meanwhile the Samsung Gear VR uses the 5.7-inch Quad HD display of a Galaxy Note 4 mounted into the specially designed headset to let people enter virtual worlds. It also includes basic head tracking capabilities. The Korean firm also recently unveiled its next-generation version of the headset called the Gear VR Innovator Edition. Both are powered by Oculus Rift

Summary: The Wearable Technology Show is the industry's largest event . More than 100 firms are displaying their products at the ExCel, London . Devices included a Bluetooth medical splint and a pair of recording glasses . Elsewhere Samsung is showing off its Gear VR and Gear S smartwatch . And European 10,000m champion Jo Pavey is testing smart earphones .