It's something we all do on a near daily basis, but could the reason behind those all-too-frequent 'bad hair days' be because you're washing your hair wrong? The reason your hair feels silky soft after a visit to the salon isn't pure coincidence; it's because hairdressers are carefully trained to wash and condition hair using a tried-and-tested regime. There is, in fact, a wrong way to wash your hair, and getting it wrong can take your hair from silky and shiny to totally lackluster and damaged. FEMAIL called on the industry's hottest hairdressers to share their insider knowledge on what you're doing wrong and the simple steps to make sure you do it right. Scroll down for video . There is, in fact, a wrong way to wash your hair, and getting it wrong can take your hair from silky and shiny to totally lackluster and damaged. FEMAIL called on the best experts in the business to ensure you get it right . WASH HAIR CORRECTLY AND NEVER WITH HOT WATER . 'I’m a great believer in looking after hair as we would our skin. It’s fine to wash your hair daily, you wouldn’t not wash your face every day, but there are some things to consider,' said Andrew Barton at Urban Retreat at Harrods. By working your shampoo into the top section of your hair and then rinsing it out, it automatically cleanses the ends and stops damage occurring in the lengths . Did you know that you only need to use product on your scalp and no necessarily the ends? By working your shampoo into the top section of your hair and then rinsing it out, it automatically cleanses the ends and stops damage occurring in the lengths. Extreme care should be taken when washing your hair and while you may think scrubbing hard will thoroughly cleanse it, that couldn't be further from the truth. Putting too much pressure on your scalp can actually result in greasier hair. As Barton explains: 'Don’t rub your scalp too vigorously. This will encourage oil secretion from the sebaceous gland'. Stylists also say it's imperative to rinse your hair for twice the amount of time as lathering on product and never use hot water. 'Women often wash their hair with water which is too hot, thinking it will make hair cleaner,' said Barton. Washing your hair in tepid water is better for the follicles with the added bonus of saving money on your bills. 'The hot water activates the sebaceous gland which secretes oil and can leave hair greasy soon after washing. Use warm, tepid water for ultra clean hair and to extend the life of your blow dry.' DON'T RELY ON JUST ONE SHAMPOO . Thought a standard shampoo will give you the hair of your dreams? Wrong. 'We put our hair through a lot in the week, so as you might exfoliate your skin once a week to remove dead skin cells, washing hair with a clarifying shampoo will allow hair and scalp to breathe,' said Barton. Use a clarifying shampoo, such

Summary: FEMAIL called on industry's hottest hairdressers to share insider knowledge . Never comb it after the shower and use tepid water . Don't run shampoo through the ends .


Southampton's Champions League qualification hopes have cooled of late - so it was perhaps fitting that manager Ronald Koeman took his players to snowy Switzerland for a mid-season team break. The Barclays Premier League's surprise package of the season have dropped off the pace in the race for the top four recently, and their Dutch boss has seen fit to organise a three-day football-free trip to the Swiss Alps - and Koeman even found time to play ice hockey as his team take a break from training. With a weekend off after being knocked out of the FA Cup and having slipped to four points behind fourth-placed Manchester United, the Southampton players have an 11-day gap to chill out before next Saturday's league visit to leaders Chelsea. Ronaldo Koeman posted this picture on Twitter captioned: 'Fantastic experience! Shattered' Southampton's squad pose for a photo with manager Ronald Koeman (back, centre) in Davos, Switzerland . Koeman tweeted Friday's plan for the Southampton squad in Davos . The trip is all about rest for Koeman and his worn-out players, who seem to be feeling the strain of a long campaign, although there are 'activities' planned that are 'good for the health and the body'. 'It’s a team building trip, we will stay together, we will do some different activities and it’s good for the health and good for the body,' Koeman said. 'They will have some free time to do what they what and that will be good for us until Saturday.' James Ward-Prowse (front) uploaded an image to Instagram of the Southampton team on the plane . Sadio Mane (centre) scores the decisive goal as Southampton beat Crystal Palace 1-0 on Tuesday . The Dutchman hopes his side can refocus and regain energy ahead of the final push in their last 10 league games of the season. 'It’s a big achievement what we have until now,' he said. 'There are still ten games and we know we will fight until the last second to keep the highest position in the table that is possible.' The trip seems to be getting a mixed reception from the players though: While Toby Alderweireld posed for a photo with 'his boys' surrounded by snow, January signing Eljero Elia tweeted: 'It's too cold for me'. Southampton manager Ronald Koeman has taken the squad to Switzerland fora team break . Southampton's displays have been inconsistent lately but Mane's goal kept up their Champions League hopes .

Summary: Southampton have 10 days off before their next game against Chelsea . The squad are in Davos, Switzerland for a team break before the run-in . Toby Alderweireld posted a photo of the squad posing in the Swiss Alps . Manager Ronaldo Koeman was seen wearing ice hockey kit . CLICK HERE for all the latest Southampton news .


The man accused of driving a souped-up Mustang that killed two men during an illegal street race in California was charged with murder - but an Instagram video may prove he wasn't at the wheel. Henry Gevorgyan was charged with two counts of murder today in connection with an illegal car race that was held on February 25 in Los Angeles. Gevorgyan, 21, turned himself in to authorities on Saturday and is being held on $2million bail. Scroll down for video . Henry Gevorgyan was charged with two counts of murder today after turning himself in over the weekend . Police say his souped-up gray Ford Mustang killed Eric Siguenza, 26, and 50-year-old Wilson Wong . Siguenza (pictured left) was killed when the Mustang (right) crashed during the race in LA on February 25 . The suspect is accused of killing Eric Siguenza, 26, and Wilson Wong, 50, when his gray Ford Mustang went out of control during the race in the Chatsworth section of the San Fernando Valley. A third man who has not been identified was seriously injured. Gevorgyan and another driver fled the scene after the crash, according to police. When Gevorgyan surrendered over the weekend at the Los Angeles Police Department's Central Division station, his lawyer Kate Hardie was with him, the LA Times reported. Hardie said: 'He's terrified. 'He wants to do the right thing and come forward.' She called her client a 'very nice kid' and said he is blameless for what happened because he was not behind the wheel of the Mustang when the crash occurred. A video posted on Instagram by Valley Racing may back up her claim. According to Hardie, a video of the race shows Gevorgyan standing between the two cars at the starting line and then flagging the start of the race with a flashlight. A video of appears to show a man who could be Gevorgyan standing between the two cars at the race . After he is seen at the starting line, the man flags the drivers to start the race using a flashlight in one hand . The video has been shared on social media. Some have been using the hashtag #FreeHendo with photos of Gevorgyan's face. Gevorgyan has never been arrested before. Before the charges were filed, LAPD officers said they were aware of the video. If Gevorgyan is convicted, he could face 33 years to life in prison. The other alleged driver has not been located. Before charges were filed, officers with the LAPD's Valley Traffic Division said they were aware of the video . Though it's in a commercial area, the crash's location has been used for illegal races for quite some time . The street where the crash happened is mainly deserted after dark and has long been used for illegal nighttime street races. Capt. John McMahon, commanding officer of the LAPD's Valley Traffic Division, told CNN that people should be aware that street racing is a dangerous activity. He said: 'Many view this as an entertainment, glamorous activity. 'I think it's important for

Summary: Henry Gevorgyan, 21, was charged with two counts of murder today . Gevorgyan turned himself in amid accusations about an illegal car race . Police say his Ford Mustang killed Eric Siguenza, 26, and Wilson Wong, 50 . Third man was seriously injured during incident on February 25 in Los Angeles . Gevorgyan is being held on $2million bail and faces 33 years to life in prison . Video circulating web may show Gevorgyan couldn't have been driving the car .


Eco warriors who have built a 20ft high tower as they prepare for eviction by bailiffs have warned they 'will not go quietly.' The activists were ordered to leave their community farm by today after losing a long-running legal battle with millionaire entrepreneur and landowner Brian Bennett. But members of the Yorkley Court Community Farm appear to be preparing for battle. Scroll down for video . Eco warriors at Yorkley Court Community Farmhave built a 20ft high tower as they prepare for eviction by bailiffs . The activists claim the tower is 'an art exhibition' but a message on their website warns 'We are here, we are determined and we will not leave quietly' The row began after a group of squatters moved in on the dilapidated land in the Forest of Dean two-and-a-half years ago and began growing vegetables. Activists, who are affiliated to the ‘Reclaim the Fields’ network, have run the ecologically friendly community farm ever since with the aims of 'teaching people about access to land, building communities and re-localising the food system.’ But Mr Bennett, who bought the land for development, had objected to the unauthorised set-up and last month the group were finally ordered to vacate by Gloucester and Cheltenham County Court. Since the eviction notice, the squatters have built a giant defensive tower out of wood and corrugated metal, and have appealed for ‘useful’ items including climbing rope, camouflage netting and jerry cans as well as for supporters to join them on the site. Protesters can be seen preparing for battlein a tower at Yorkley Court Community Farm near Yorkley, Gloucestershire . The protesters, who have been occupying the site for two-and-a-half years, have been threatened with eviction . Eco warriors daub 'Corruption stinks' across their homemade tower in black graffiti in response to their eviction threat . One of the eco farmers, Lucy Winters, warned: ‘We are here, we are determined and we will not leave quietly.' Make-shift towers have been used before by protesters to hinder bailiffs. At the notorious Dale Farm travellers’ site near Basildon, Essex, activists built a 40ft scaffolding tower and some chained themselves to it. But yesterday Gunter Tyrson, 33, spokesman for Yorkley Court Community Farm, claimed the tower was an 'art instillation'. He said: ‘We have a tower as an art installation. It is to raise awareness of our cause.' Mr Tyrson added: ‘It’s an homage to our ancestors, to those who came before us and gave their lives trying to get access to the land, to men like John Ball a leader of the Peasants’ Revolt. Land is the basis of all human wealth, but it most of it is owned by a very few people. The squatters have built a giant defensive tower, which stands at around 20ft tall, out of wood and corrugated metal . Gloucestershire Police arrive at the Yorkley Court Community Farm as protesters gear up for their eviction . Activists carry planks of wood across the site near Yorkley as they prepare to defend it against bailiffs . ‘We started the tower on

Summary: Eco warriors have been ordered by courts to leave their community farm . But activists posted a message warning that they 'will not leave quietly' Group has built a 20ft wooden tower which they claim is an art exhibition . They have also appealed for items such as climbing rope and netting .


A woman has finally achieved her dream of having children, thanks to eggs donated by her sister. Lisa Blake, 41, spent six years and £7,000 trying to conceive as her and her partner Stephen, 37, both suffer from unexplained fertility problems. After a fourth round of IVF failed, the couple, from Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, were told their chances of having a baby was less than five per cent unless they found an egg donor. Seeing how desperate they were to become parents, Miss Blake's younger sister, Julie Wealand, 35, offered to donate her own eggs. And finally, in December 2013, Miss Blake became pregnant. She gave birth to healthy twin baby boys Joshua and Harrison, now 8 months, in July last year. Lisa Blake, 41, gave birth to healthy twin boys Joshua and Harrison, now 8 month, in July 2014 . Miss Blake said: 'I was so happy to discover that I was finally pregnant. 'Julie has given me the best gift I could ask for, I'll be forever grateful.' The couple's fertility problems began in 2007 after they started trying for a baby. Miss Blake, who has been in a relationship with Stephen for 15 years, said: 'We started trying for baby when I was 34, but after two years we realised something was wrong. 'Doctors couldn't explain my fertility problems - I just couldn't get pregnant. My sister had also struggled to conceive so I knew my age wasn't to blame. 'Growing up, I always dreamed of having at least two children, and there was nothing I wanted more than to be a mum. 'My friends have kids, most from when they were younger, so I only had to attend one baby shower. But when I saw people with children, I wished it would be me.' Aged 36, she turned to IVF treatment in an attempt to conceive. But three agonising years and three failed IVF attempts later, the pair were still childless. Meanwhile her sister Mrs Wealand, who lives in California with her husband, gave birth to two children of her own, conceived through IVF treatment. Miss Blake said: 'I was truly pleased for her when she said she was pregnant. Even though she lives abroad, we're really close and I loved buying clothes for my unborn nephew. 'But I still longed for a child so Stephen and I pooled our life savings to buy a fourth round of IVF. 'Adopting would have been our final chance for children because we couldn't afford to pay for more treatments.' Miss Blake (right) had been trying to conceive for six years, and had spent £7,000 on IVF treatment. She was only able to have children when her sister, Julie Wealand, 35, (left), donated her eggs . Miss Blake became pregnant in December 2013, and gave birth to twins Joshua and Harrison in July 2014. She said her sister had given her 'the best gift she could have ever asked for' But the consultant broke the news that they had just a five per cent chance of conceiving and the chances

Summary: Lisa Blake, 41, and her partner Stephen were desperate to have children . After two years, when she was 36, they turned to IVF fertility treatment . Three attempts failed and they pooled their life savings for a fourth round . But the doctor said their only hope of conception was through donor eggs . Lisa's sister Julie Wealand stepped in and offered to donate her eggs . Miss Blake gave birth to twin boys Joshua and Harrison in July 2014 .


So now we know. Not only can Rory McIlroy play golf better than anyone else, he can throw clubs further than anyone else as well. With perhaps the most extraordinary act of frustration we’ve seen on a golf course in recent years, the Northern Irishman left no-one in any doubt as to what he thinks about his current erratic form. After a wild three iron plunged into the water at the par five 8th on Friday, the world No 1 hurled his club 60 or 70 yards into the adjacent hazard. World No 1 Rory McIlroy threw a club into the water in frustration after more erratic play on Friday . McIlroy swings and releases his club after finding the water during the WGC-Cadillac Championship . The Northern Irishman watches as his club soars into the air and towards the lake . The 25-year-old's club makes a splash as it lands in the water on Friday afternoon . Maybe when he’s finished breaking golfing records he will take up the javelin. Of course it was conduct terribly unbecoming and will lead to an inevitable fine. But the vast majority of golfers will have recognised what was going on. ‘It was just heat of the moment stuff and not one of my proudest moments,’ admitted McIlroy. ‘I’ve never done anything like that before. I probably wouldn’t have done it here but I knew I didn’t need a three iron for the rest of my round. So I thought: "Yeah, why not?”’ His playing partner knew exactly what was going on. Henrik Stenson is a prince off the golf course but on it the Swede has broken more than his fair share of clubs in anger. ‘It was an impressive release from Rory,’ he said, smiling. ‘You know, for a small guy he’s got a strong throw and he had good speed on that one.’ Worried perhaps that one or two of the American press might not get the joke, he added: ’Be nice to him. He’s a good guy.’ For those who would rather bounce up and down with righteous indignation, here’s what the great American amateur Bobby Jones said almost 100 years ago: ‘There are some emotions that simply cannot be endured with a golf club in your hands.’ The game might be unrecognisable from Jones’s day but in that regard it remains the same. Of more concern for McIlroy followers is what it says about his current state of mind. Under Plan A, he’s only got six more competitive rounds at most to play before the Masters, when he will be trying to complete the career grand slam. Clearly, his game is not where he wants it to be but at least he’s not lost his sense of humour. McIlroy takes his tee shot on the seventh hole of the second round in Florida . McIlroy missed the cut in the Honda Classic last week and struggled to an opening 73 at Doral . Asked what will he do for a three iron on Saturday, he replied: ‘There’s one on the

Summary: Rory McIlroy competing in Cadillac Championship at Trump National Doral . The world No 1 got frustrated in the second round after finding the water . After losing his ball in the lake, McIlroy threw his club in too . The Northern Irishman was level par for his round, and one-over in total .


Leicestershire have announced the signing of Australian batsman Mark Cosgrove as club captain on a two-year contract. The 30-year-old left-hander, who has a British passport, will be available in all competitions and links back up with South Australia and Sydney Thunder team-mate Andrew McDonald, who is the new Leicestershire head coach. Cosgrove has played county cricket before, having spent three full seasons at Glamorgan, and represented Australia in three one-day internationals in 2006. Mark Cosgrove in action for the Sydney Thunder against Hobart Hurricanes in January . Cosgrove is returning to County Cricket for the 2015 season as captain of Leicestershire . Leicestershire chief executive Wasim Khan said: 'We are delighted to sign a player of Mark's calibre, quality and experience. 'He will be a fantastic captain for us and we look forward to Mark having a huge influence on us in 2015.' Batsman Ned Eckersley has been named as vice-captain for the 2015 season as Leicestershire continue to ring the changes following a forgettable few years which has seen them fail to win an LV= County Championship match since 2012.

Summary: Mark Cosgrove joins Leicestershire as club captain on two-year contract . Australian batsman links back up with head coach Andrew McDonald . The pair were team-mates at South Australia and Sydney Thunder . Cosgrove played for Glamorgan for three full seasons .


Today Show host Karl Stefanovic has risked a backlash after trying out his best sledge against a group of cricket fans ahead of India's World Cup semi-final against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Stefanovic asked the team of India supporters: 'Who’s going to be manning 7-Elevens today?' 'I'm not sure about who's going to be manning 7-Elevens but you might have to look at Centrelink as well I think, Karl,' one of the fans hilariously retorted, owning the presenter with their response. Scroll down for video . Karl Stefanovic asked a team of India supporters: 'Who’s going to be manning 7-Elevens today?' The comeback caused an uproar of laughter in the Today Show studio, as Stefanovic said: 'What are you going to say to Warner?' Australian cricketer Dave Warner was famously fined 50 per cent of his match fee after he told Indian batsman Rohit Sharma to 'speak English' at the MCG in January. 'Look I'm not sure we can repeat that stuff on TV this early in the morning,' the India fan smiled. 'We'll definitely be right into him that's for sure. We'll definitely be speaking in English so he understands,' the India fan said. Viewers quickly reacted to Stefanovic's 7-Eleven question on social media, with some labelling it 'tasteless'. One of the India fans (right) fired back telling Stefanovic he should be concerned as Centrelink will be empty of Australians as they all watch the cricket . Viewers quickly reacted to Stefanovic's 7-Eleven question on social media, calling it 'inappropriate and offensive' Andy Cussen asked: 'How does Karl Stefanovic still have a job? Complete muppet.' Megan Maurice said: 'You know, you just start to think that maybe Karl Stefanovic isn't that bad after all and then...' Angus Roberts described his comments as 'bit of a tasteless "joke"'. And Paul Nolan said: 'I'm usually a fan of Karl Stefanovic but his 7-11 quip today was inappropriate and offensive.' Andy Cussen asked: 'How does Karl Stefanovic still have a job? Complete muppet.' Angus Roberts described his comments as 'bit of a tasteless "joke"' Amber Monahan called Stefanovic 'an embarrassment to thinking Australians' Doovalacky Dave called Stefanovic's comments 'gold' Amber Monahan went as far as to call him 'an embarrassment to thinking Australians'. 'How dare you insult contributing members of Australia's economy. You sir are a fool. And Lisa Wilkinson guffawing in the background is hardly much better,' she said. However, Doovalacky Dave called Stefanovic's comments 'gold'.

Summary: Today Show host tried out a sledge against India fans ahead of the cricket . India will play Australia in the World Cup semi-final at the SCG today . The Indian cricket fans response was the perfect comeback . 'You might have to look at Centrelink as well I think, Karl,' they replied .


Dallas Mpala attacked his ex-girlfriend Gemma Holland (both pictured) at her home and left her with a broken vertebrae and horrific bruising . A violent thug who beat the mother of four of his children so badly he broke her back has been branded a 'lazy, violent parasite' by the judge who jailed him. Jealous Dallas Mpala, 30, of Tunstall, Staffordshire, attacked his ex-girlfriend Gemma Holland, 29, and left her with a broken vertebrae and horrific bruising. As he jailed Mpala for three years, Recorder Nigel Daly told him: 'You do not work and spend your time drinking and taking drugs while sponging off your current partner. You are a lazy, indolent, violent parasite.' The couple had known each other for 13 years but their relationship broke down in 2009 after Mpala was jailed two years for punching her, slapping her and whipping her with a belt. But on Sunday, April 20 2014, Ms Holland arrived at a children's party to find Mpala already there. He threw a can of beer at her head so she left - only to find Mpala waiting for her outside her house when she got home from a nightclub. Worried about making a scene, Ms Holland let him inside and turned him down when he asked to sleep with her. But she was then was woken up by Mpala punching her head. Prosecutor Richard Davenport told Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court: 'He was shouting and screaming. 'He accused her of sleeping with other men and punched her to her head. She felt incredible pain. He was so angry she feared for her life. 'He launched himself at her like a wild animal and bit her cheek. 'She was crying and begging him to stop. He said he wanted to kill her.' Gemma Holland (pictured) shows the injuries she sustained after being beaten by her ex Dallas Mpala . This x-ray of Ms Holland's back shows the temporary screws which were inserted after Mpala broke it . Ms Holland, from Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, said: 'At first I thought it was a dream - but then I woke up and he was still hitting me. 'He smashed up my phone, kept punching, kicking and biting me, he smacked my head against the wall and dragged me along the floor. 'I begged him to stop, and when he let me out to go to the toilet I just ran down the stairs and drove to my friend. 'If I hadn't told him I loved him he wouldn't have let me out, he would have killed me.' The attack has left her with short-term memory loss. She added: 'My friend thought I had been in a car crash. 'When he kicked me in the back and told me I couldn't leave, I thought I was going to die. 'It was the scariest moment of my life.' 'I thought he was leaving me for dead and that I would never leave that room - it's a miracle that I manage to escape.' Ms Holland and Mpala - he fractured her vertebrae in three difference

Summary: Dallas Mpala, 30, attacked ex-girlfriend Gemma Holland at her home . He accused her of sleeping with other men and punched her in the head . Mpala brutally punched, kicked and bit her before kicking her in the back . Her injuries were so bad a friend thought she had been in car crash . He pleaded guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm and was jailed . Judge told Mpala 'You are a lazy, indolent, violent parasite'


'Ancient' statues filmed being destroyed by depraved Islamic State militants in a Mosul museum last month were nothing more than worthless fakes, the director of an Iraqi museum has claimed. The terrorist organisation released shocking footage at the end of February purportedly showing jihadis destroying 3,000-year-old artworks with sledgehammers in their northern Iraqi stronghold. But now Baghdad museum director Fawzye al-Mahdi has ridiculed ISIS' propaganda exercise, claiming the genuine priceless Assyrian and Akkadian statues and sculptures are still safely in his possession in the Iraqi capital, adding that those in Mosul were plaster cast replicas. Sick: The terrorist organisation released shocking footage at the end of February purportedly showing jihadis destroying 3,000-year-old artworks with sledgehammers in their northern Iraqi stronghold . Speaking to German news programme Deutsche Welle, Al-Mahdi said: 'None of the artifacts are originals... They were copies. The originals are all here.' The museum director's claims appear to back-up those made by experts on the Iraqi statues. Within hours of the original ISIS propaganda video being released, analysts questioned why the statues appeared to crumble so easily. Others stated that they couldn't possibly be 3,000 years old as some of the are clearly held together by iron poles - a considerably more modern practice. Mark Altaweel, an expert at the Institute of Archaeology at University College, London, told Channel 4 News at the time: 'You can see iron bars inside... The originals don't have iron bars.' Propaganda: Baghdad museum director Fawzye al-Mahdi ridiculed ISIS' video, claiming the genuine Assyrian and Akkadian statues are safely in Baghdad and that those in Mosul were plaster cast replicas . Following the February video release, Mosul's exiled governor Atheel Nuafi also stated that the vast majority of the statues were fakes, but added that at least two of those destroyed were originals. 'There were two items that were real and which the militants destroyed. One is a Winged Bull and the other was the God of Rozhan,' the Saudi-based Al Arabiya news organisation quoted him as saying. The Winged Bull, which is seen being smashed with sledgehammers in the video, is probably one which stood at the gates of Nineveh in the 7th century BC, claimed the International Business Times. 'I think the Winged Bull is very important locally, because it's one of the few objects that hasn't left the country or gone to Baghdad,' Eleanor Robson, chair of the British Institute for the Study of Iraq, told the news organisation. Real: An ISIS militant uses a power tool to destroy a 7th century winged-bull Assyrian protective deity. The statue is thought to have been one of only two genuine artifacts destroyed by ISIS in the video . Until 2003, Mosul museum had the second biggest collection of ancient relics in Iraq, including thousands of items from Nineveh and other ancient centers of Northern Mesopotamia. Amid the Western military operation against Saddam Hussein that year, looters ransacked the building. Employees managed to save the majority of the items, and then moved most to Baghdad. ISIS militants began destroying ancient statues and monuments shortly after

Summary: ISIS jihadis released video showing the destruction of 'ancient' sculptures . But the ancient artifacts destroyed were mostly fake, art expert claims . Director of Baghdad museum says he is looking after authentic versions . Sculptures seen in film were almost all plaster cast replicas, which explains why they crumbled so easily and were held together by iron bars . But two genuine 3,000-year-old statues were destroyed by the terrorists .


Kelly Emery, 34, was convicted of the manslaughter of son Fenton Hogan, two, at Nottingham Crown Court after they found she had deliberately fed him methadone to make him sleep . A drug addicted mother who fed her toddler son a heroin substitute to 'knock him out' so she could smoke crack has been jailed for six years. Kelly Emery, 34, was convicted of the manslaughter of son Fenton Hogan, two, at Nottingham Crown Court after a jury heard she had deliberately given her son methadone to make him sleep. The mother refused to give evidence at her trial insisting that she had never given her child the drug, despite being negligent in leaving bottles of it 'lying around' her house. The Crown alleged that Emery gave the heroin substitute to Fenton to 'knock him out' so she could smoke crack cocaine. Fenton, who had no obvious injuries, was pronounced dead after being taken to hospital from the family's former home. Emery, formerly of Frankley, Birmingham, was given a concurrent 12-month prison sentence after admitting gross neglect of Fenton by allowing him access to methadone. But the seven woman, five man jury cleared her of giving the toddler methadone on two other occasions before his death in July 2013. In a statement issued after the case, Detective Inspector Bob Sutton, who led a West Midlands Police investigation into the death, said: 'Any child death is a tragedy. 'Fenton Hogan should have had the rest of his live to look forward to. 'Instead his short life was taken by the actions of his mother, who should have been there to safeguard and protect him.' The officer said of Emery: 'Her daily routine revolved around the consumption of drugs. This was to the detriment of those she had direct care for. 'Fenton's extended family agrees that no sentence is sufficient or will help to heal what happened to Fenton. The impact of Kelly's actions will remain with all of the family forever.' Blood samples taken from the child showed he had as much of the drug on his system as an adult on methadone maintenance therapy. And hair samples showed that, in the months before his death, he had ingested the drug on at least two other occasions. Blood samples taken from the child showed he had as much of the drug on his system as an adult on methadone maintenance therapy . Hair samples showed that, in the months before his death, he had ingested the drug on at least two other occasions. Emery was cleared of giving him the drug on other occasions . The court heard she gave Fenton methadone knowing it 'would knock him out and enable her to do what she wanted without the interference from a fractious child that was difficult to put to sleep' When he opened the case, prosecutor Christopher Hotten QC told the jury: 'That Sunday evening, she had crack and she wanted to smoke it. 'We say she gave Fenton methadone knowing, to put colloquially, it would knock him out and enable her to

Summary: Kelly Emery, 34, convicted of the manslaughter of Fenton Hogan, two . Gave him heroin substitute to 'knock him out', so she could smoke crack . Blood samples taken from the child showed he had as much of the drug on his system as an adult on methadone maintenance therapy . Tests revealed he had ingested the drug on at least two other occasions .


Lord Mandelson said there was almost certainly going to be a 'stalemate hung Parliament' Former Cabinet minister Lord Mandelson has dismissed Labour's chances of winning a majority at the election. The Labour peer said there was almost certainly going to be a 'stalemate hung Parliament'. Lord Mandelson also stopped well short of offering his enthusiastic endorsement of Ed Miliband and once again attacked Labour's proposed 'mansion tax' on expensive homes. He said the tax on properties worth over £2million would not 'in a month of Sundays' raise the £1.2 billion a year predicted by the Labour leader. Asked if the party would be doing better under another leader, the peer said: 'Do you think your product would be better if you changed the wrapping? It depends what you think people are voting for.' The Tories seized on the former business secretary's comments as proof that Labour is relying on support from the Scottish National Party to propel Mr Miliband into 10 Downing Street. Looking ahead to the election during a speech at the Retail Week Live conference in London, Lord Mandelson said: 'People basically are unhappy with what is on offer. 'They are therefore shopping around in politics in a way that the large parties are ill-equipped to deal with and which will almost certainly deliver us a stalemate hung Parliament in two months' time.' Answering questions after the speech, Lord Mandelson was asked if Labour would be doing better in the polls 'if it had a leader the public liked better'. After a long pause, the Labour peer replied: 'Do you think your product would be better if you changed the wrapping? 'It depends what you think people are voting for. People are voting for more than simply the personification of a party. 'Of course that is important, but they are voting for the party's values and the party's relevance, the quality of that product and whether they think that product - or in our case as politicians, that policy - will do for them. 'Of course, the leader has a responsibility for being the chief brand carrier of that product or policy. 'I think you will see that, as the real election campaign gets under way, the leader of the Labour Party will have the opportunities as well as the pressure to explain, get his message across and to draw others more towards him and the party in order to shape their voting decision.' Lord Mandelson stopped well short of offering his enthusiastic endorsement of Ed Miliband in a question and answer session today . Speaking later at a Fabian conference in Westminster, Lord Mandelson said he had been trying to make the point that people should not become 'infatuated with personality-driven media-obsessed politics' which focus entirely on the identity of the leader. Discussing the mansion tax, he said: 'Not in a month of Sundays will it raise the amount of money that is projected. Everyone knows that it won't.' Conservative Party chairman Grant Shapps said: 'Lord Mandelson is confirming what we now all know - the only way Miliband

Summary: Lord Mandelson dismisses Labour's chances of winning outright in May . The Labour grandee said voters 'basically unhappy with what is on offer' Also attacked the Labour leader's proposed mansion tax on £2m homes .


Eight competitive rounds to the Masters and Rory McIlroy is determined to get back on track after the rude awakening of a rare missed cut at the Honda Classic last week. ‘Sometimes a kick up the backside can do you a world of good, and I want to do well in these next two events,’ said the world No 1, who will tee off alongside world No 2 Bubba Watson and No 3 Henrik Stenson in the WGC-Cadillac Championship at Doral on Thursday. The 25-year-old took advantage of some unexpected time off to take his mum Rosie out for a birthday treat last Friday night before getting down to some serious hard practice over the weekend. Rory McIlroy was back in action during a practice round ahead of the WGC-Cadillac Championship . World No 1 has this event and the Arnold Palmer Invitational to hone his game for the Masters . McIlroy only has The Masters left to complete a full set of golf's grand slam titles . ‘I guess coming off a three-week break you’re never quite sure how your game is going to be, and I just wasn’t comfortable playing the shots I needed to play in the wind,’ said McIlroy. ‘Now I’m excited to get back at it and obviously put in a better performance. I’ve worked on those wind shots and I feel in a better place and probably a little more prepared than I was last week.’ On Monday, McIlroy turned up at the renowned Seminole club in south Florida for their fabled member-guest event. He walked through the locker room and studied the names on the winner’s board. Men with names like Snead and Hogan. Nicklaus, Palmer and Woods. ‘It would be cool to have my name up there,’ he thought to himself and well, you can probably guess what happened next. The four-time major champion breezed round in 63 and won by two strokes. The Norther Irishman gets lost among the azaleas while playing the Masters last season . McIlroy got a 'kick up the backside' by missing the cut at the Honda Classic in Florida . Now it is the first World Golf Championship event of the season featuring every single member of the world’s top 50. ‘I don’t know whether it’s important for me to be going to the Masters at the top of my form,’ said McIlroy. ‘I’ve won majors when not playing well leading up to them. But I know one thing for sure. I’d much rather be going there with a win or a good performance under my belt.’ When he has finished here, McIlroy will head up to Augusta with his dad Gerry before playing his final competitive event ahead of his first tilt at a career grand slam. That event will be at the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill. McIlroy was not the only one to leave West Palm Beach last week determined to make amends here. How about Ian Poulter, who bossed a good field in terms of shotmaking but squandered a golden opportunity to claim

Summary: Rory McIlroy missed the cut at the Honda Classic, Florida last week . World No 1 is back playing at the WGC-Cadillac Championship in Doral . McIlroy has two events left before the start of The Masters at Augusta . Ian Poulter announced he would be hosting British Masters in October .


Floyd Mayweather Jnr hit the weights in his gym on Wednesday as Super Bowl-winner Richard Sherman paid him a visit. Mayweather was pictured shadow boxing in front of the mirror with a set of dumbbells as he continued preparations for his $300million (£200m) mega-fight against Manny Pacquiao. Richard Sherman visited Floyd Mayweather Jnr during training on Wednesday . And he posed for a picture with Seattle Seahawks corner back Sherman who enjoyed some downtime after becoming a father last month. Sherman lost this year’s Super Bowl when the Seahawks were defeated 28-24 by the Tom Brady-inspired New England Patriots. Mayweather did some shadow boxing in front of a mirror with a set of dumbbells . Mayweather has been training at his Las Vegas gym this week but will travel to Los Angeles next week to come face-to-face with Pacquiao. The two men will meet at a press conference on Wednesday, the last time before fight week. Mayweather’s game plan will be devised by his uncle and dad for the fight at the MGM Grand on May 2. Mayweather prepares for Manny Pacquiao showdown at the MGM Grand on May 2 .

Summary: Richard Sherman visited Floyd Mayweather Jnr at his Las Vegas gym . Mayweather preparing for Manny Pacquiao showdown on May 2 . The rivals will meet at a press conference in LA next week .


Loss: Corrine Gump, 10, and her grandparents were killed in an early morning fire on Monday . A 10-year-old alleged rape victim and her grandparents have died in a massive fire at their home just hours before her suspected attacker was set to go on trial. Corrine Gump and her maternal grandparents, Judith Schmidt, 61, and William Schmidt, 63, who were both deaf, lost their lives in the early-morning blaze in Youngstown, Ohio on Monday. Neighbors reported hearing loud explosions at 3.30am before the fire tore through the house. Later that day, Robert Seman, Jr., 46, was set to stand trial on four counts of rape and four counts of gross sexual imposition. Seman, himself a father to a two-year-old child, had been accused of abusing Corrine from when she was just four years old until she was eight, WFMJ reported, citing an indictment from a year ago. Since April last year, he had been under electronically-monitored house arrest but on Monday his bond was revoked because he allegedly tried to bribe a witness in the rape case, WFMJ reported. Authorities said he had not been taken back into custody because of the fire. Investigators said they have found no evidence that the origin of the blaze was suspicious. But because Corinne was an alleged victim, the Youngstown Police are involved in the investigation, Sergeant Ron Barber told WKYC. Scroll down for video . Accused: It came just hours before Robert Seman, Jr., 46, (pictured) was set to go on trial for charges that he had sexually assaulted her. He was under house arrest and electronic monitoring at the time of the fire . Authorities looking to interview the girl's mother on Monday said that they found her at a house listed in court records as Seman’s house arrest address, WKBN reported. When they had checked for her there earlier that morning, she had not be in, they said. Neighbors told 21 News that they heard two explosions and one neighbor said she awoke to what she thought was a flickering light outside. 'It was fully involved,' Fire Chief John O'Neill told The Youngstown Vindicator. 'We had quite a bit of fire in the basement, so that's the likely origin. They had fire all through the house, top to bottom. The floors were giving way almost immediately upon entry.' The three bodies were found on the second floor. It is not yet clear if they had smoke detectors in the home. Smoke detectors for the hearing-impaired can send vibrations, sound or light to alert residents. Steve Leland, director of Easter Seals Youngstown Hearing and Speech Center Community Center, told the Vindicator that the local deaf community is mourning the loss of the couple. Battle: Firefighters pulled the three bodies from the second floor of the home on Monday morning . Destruction: Fire officers said the blaze quickly ripped through the home from bottom to top. But they said there was no evidence that the cause of the fire was suspicious . Questions: Fire Captain Kurt Wright and a State Fire Marshall look

Summary: Corrine Gump and her grandparents, Judith and William Schmidt, lost their lives in a blaze at their house in Youngstown, Ohio on Monday morning . Robert Seman, 46, was set to go on trial later that day for allegedly abusing Corinne over four years . Seman was under house arrest at the time but was taken into custody on Monday in connection with an alleged bribe, not the fire, police said . Investigators said they have found no evidence that the cause of the fire was suspicious .


The attorney representing the University of Oklahoma's disgraced fraternity Sigma Alpha Epsilon has said he believes the members - including those who chanted racial slurs - deserve a second chance. Stephen Jones, who represented Oklahoma City bomber Timothy McVeigh, spoke at a press conference on Friday as he said he is seeking a 'non-legal' resolution with the university. Its president, David Boren, expelled the two students filmed leading the racist chant last weekend - but Jones said that Boren himself recently said that everyone deserves a second chance. 'We certainly think that's true for the members of the SAE house,' Jones continued. 'And perhaps even for the members who were involved in this unfortunate confrontation with the university and the basic values of SAE.' Scroll down for video . Stephen Jones, the attorney for the local chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon, said in a press conference on Friday that the students filmed making racist chants were just a small number of people at the event . Jones is representing students and alumni from the fraternity. He is not representing the two students, Parker Rice and Levi Pettit. He said that he hopes to reach a 'non-legal' resolution with the university, which he indicated acted hastily when it closed down the frat house on Monday. He added that he also wants to ensure the students - some of whom have received death threats - are granted their right to due process. 'I'm not ruling out a lawsuit,' he said. 'I'm saying that our preference is proceeding in a non legal solution... If that is not possible, then obviously we will have to consider other possibilities.' Jones also pointed out that hundreds of students and fraternity members had attended the event where the footage was filmed, and that the 'inexcusable' chant was the action of just a handful. 'We're talking about one incident with nine seconds of video on one of five buses,' he said. Ringleader: Parker Rice, a University of Oklahoma freshman from Dallas, has been identified as the conductor leading the 'there will never be a n***** in SEA' chant on Saturday. He has since been expelled . Outed: Levi Pettit was identified by his family on Tuesday night. They apologized for his 'disgusting' behavior. Right, Pettit - an accomplished golfer at his former school Highland Park - is pictured putting in a 2013 photo . Also on Friday, a spokesman for the fraternity's national headquarters revealed that officials with the Oklahoma chapter have stopped communicating with them. 'We have not heard from the Oklahoma chapter,' spokesman Brandon Weghorst said. 'They have not engaged us since the time the chapter was closed.' Weghorst said the national fraternity is moving forward with plans to expel all of the suspended members of the OU chapter, a move that will permanently revoke their membership. The frat house was shut down after a nine-second video recorded last weekend emerged showing members singing a song using racial slurs and referencing lynching. 'There will never be a n***** SAE' they were heard singing aboard a bus. The fraternity

Summary: Stephen Jones, who represented the Oklahoma City bomber Timothy McVeigh, is now representing Sigma Alpha Epsilon at OU . Speaking at a press conference on Friday, he said he is concerned for the safety of the students as some have received death threats . He says they are seeking a 'non-legal solution' with the university but that if that fails, they would not rule out bringing a lawsuit . University President David Boren expelled two students who were filmed leading a racist chant aboard a bus and shuttered their frat house .


Residents have accused a council of painting 'pointless' double yellow lines after two new no-parking zones measuring just 12 inches appeared on a London street. The road markings on Vernon Road in Leytonstone are big enough for a couple of toy cars - but couldn't fit the tyre of a real one. Waltham Forest Council defended the decision, saying the lines are there to separate parking bays for residents from those reserved for hire cars. Tight parking space: Two sets of yellow lines were painted on Vernon Road in Leytonstone, east London . Close-up: The road markings, pictred, barely fit too toy cars - and are far too short for the tyre of a real one . But the road markings don't take the title of Britain's shortest double yellow lines - which are believed to be on Hamilton Road, in Cambridge, and measure just 11 inches. Residents saw the funny side of the London no-parking zones. Emiko Kavanagh-Priest said: 'What pointless double yellow lines. I suppose you can never be too careful though.' While Phil Akell added: 'They must have problems with unicyclists parking there.' A spokesman for Waltham Forest Council said: 'These are installed to highlight the differing parking restrictions to motorists and to avoid any possible confusion as to what sign applies to which bay by providing some form of physical separation between the differing bays. 'Indeed in the past we have found that only providing a bay end markings to differentiate between contrasting parking bays can occasionally be obscured by the overhang of parked vehicles.' Restrictions: Waltham Forest Council defended the decision to paint the 12-inch road markings, pictured . Other contenders for Britain's most pointless road markings . Hamilton Road, Cambridge . These road markings on Hamilton Road in Chesterton are designed to separate a residents' parking zone with a pay and display area and motorists who park on the lines will face a £50 or £70 fine. At the time, they took over the accolade of Britain's shortest double yellow lines from a set also in Cambridge - on Humberside Road - which measure just 13 inches. But residents and motorists say the markings, which are about the same length as two iPhone 6's, are a 'ridiculous' waste of time and money and branded them 'pathetic'. The road markings are designed to separate a residents' parking zone (left) with a pay and display area (right) The lines have taken over the title as Britain's shortest double yellows from another set in Cambridge . Cwmffrwd, South Wales . Drivers in a village in south Wales were left bemused and confused after workmen painted double yellow lines - in a layby. The lines were painted in the village of Cwmffrwd on the outskirts of Carmarthen. One driver spoke to one of the workmen, who admitted he had never put double yellow lines in a lay-by before. The double yellow lines lines were painted in the village of Cwmffrwd on the outskirts of Carmarthen . Humberstone Road, Cambridge . Two sets of double yellow lines measuring just 13 inches

Summary: Markings have been painted on Vernon Road, in Leytonstone, east London . Amused residents called the two 12-inch no-parking zones 'pointless' Waltham Forest Council defended the decision to separate parking bays .


It's a good job political scion and TV reality star Bristol Palin enjoys being in the spotlight. Video uploaded to the 24-year-old's Instagram account shows how her Medal of Honor winning boyfriend Dakota Meyer took a very public approach to their wedding engagement last Friday night. The clip shows Rascal Flatts lead singer, Gary LeVox, dedicating a song to the couple in front of hundreds of spectators at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas before Meyer pops the big question backstage. Show-stopper: Video uploaded to Bristol Palin's Instagram account shows how her Medal of Honor winning boyfriend Dakota Meyer took a very public approach to their wedding engagement last Friday night - popping the big question at a Las Vegas concert . Luckily, Palin said 'yes' and LeRox tells fans, when he gets the go-ahead, the happy news. 'Hey Vegas, she said yes!' he exclaims, triggering rapturous cheers. The following day Palin uploaded a shot of her passionately kissing 26-year-old Meyer to her Instagram account, captioned: 'Truly the luckiest girl in the world, cannot wait to marry this man!' The mother-of-one then uploaded a picture of her engagement ring and wrote a piece on her Patheos blog. 'He’s so romantic!' she said of her husband-to-be. She continued: 'He asked me to marry him at a Rascal Flatts concert. The lead singer, Gary LeVox, dedicated “Bless the Broken Road” to us, and then Dakota got down on one knee and proposed! 'It’s amazing to see what happens when you place everything in life in God’s hands. He really is good and His plans are so much greater than our own.' Romantic: Bristol Palin, the 24-year-old daughter of the former Alaska governor Sarah Palin shared the news of her engagement to Dakota Meyer on her Intsagram page on Saturday . Happy: She then uploaded a picture of the engagement ring followed by a string of heart symbols . Palin and Meyer met on the set of Sarah Palin's Amazing America TV show. They have apparently been dating for less than a year but clearly felt it was the right time to take their relationship to the next stage. Kentucky native Meyer, who served in the Marines for four years, also shared his excitement on social media over their upcoming nuptials, saying: 'I'm definitely the luckiest guy ever to be able to spend the rest of my life with [Bristol].' The couple only recently started positing pictures together. Last week Palin uploaded an image of the pair playing in the snow with her six-year-old son, who she had with former fiancé Levi Johnson when she was just 17. Since her mother's failed bid to become vice president in 2008, Bristol has appeared on Dancing with the Stars and featured in her own Lifetime show about raising her son, titled Bristol Palin: Life's a Tripp. She also released a best-selling memoir in 2011, Not Afraid of Life: My Journey So Far. Excitement: Meyer, who served in the Marines for four years, also shared his excitement on social media, saying: 'I'm definitely the luckiest

Summary: The 24-year-old was popped the question by former Marine Dakota Meyer . Kentucky native got down on one knee during a Rascal Flatts concert . Shared the news on Instagram with a picture of the pair kissing in a car . She then uploaded an image of her engagement ring to social media . Pair recently posed for a picture with Bristol's six-year-old son Tripp . He won the Medal of Honor in 2011 - the first Marine to do so .


Manny Pacquiao is into his second week of training ahead of his huge fight against Floyd Mayweather, and the Filipino fighter has been stepping up the intensity of his preparations. The 36-year-old was surrounded by fans with cameras on the streets of Hollywood on Tuesday and could be seen throwing quick-fire punches at an invisible opponent with a strained look on his face. Mayweather and Pacquiao come face-to-face in their only press conference before the mega-fight on Wednesday. Manny Pacquiao shadow boxes in the street as he moves into his second week of 'road work out' training . A crowd circled around Pacquiao as he threw punches and showed off his impressive agility . Pacquiao has been seen out on the streets of late and this latest showing in front of a group of fans continued his latest round of 'road work out training'. The Filipino posted a video of the session on Instagram with the caption: 'Day 8 of my road work out training, to God be all the Glory thank you Lord.' Pacquiao confirmed on Monday that he was '100 per cent confident' of overcoming unbeaten Mayweather on May 2 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, although the Pacman is taking no chances judging by the impressive intensity of his work-out videos. Pacquiao posted with a message praising God as he began with the day eight workouts in Hollywood . The crowd were delighted to see the boxing hero preparing for his fight with Floyd Mayweather on May 2 . He is currently going through the conditioning stage of his preparations but soon his sparring partners will aim to mimic Mayweather's style as the clock counts down on the fight expected to break pay-per-view television records. And Pacquiao says his position as underdog is helping him in the work-out sessions. 'It's a good thing to be an underdog,' Pacquiao told the LA Times. 'It helps me a lot. You're more focused on training. I feel like I'm at the start again. I've always been an underdog.' Pacquiao charges up a hill as part of his training while his entourage struggle to keep up in another video . The 36-year-old said his training was 'increasing to a high intensity' ahead of the bout with Mayweather . Pacquiao during another one of his 'road' training sessions as he gears up for the Floyd Mayweather fight .

Summary: Manny Pacquiao moved into his second week of 'road work out' training . Pacquiao will go toe-to-toe with Floyd Mayweather in Las Vegas on May 2 . The 36-year-old is seen shadow boxing in the street watched by a crowd . Mayweather has also been posting videos of his training online . CLICK HERE for all the latest Mayweather vs Pacquiao news .


Three months ago Francis Coquelin was surplus to requirements at Arsenal, now the French midfielder is considered so vital to their plans he's forced to play even if not fully fit. The 23-year-old was involved in a collision with team-mate Olivier Giroud against Everton at the weekend that left him with a fractured nose and bloodied shirt. The situation worsened when Coquelin was involved in a second clash in the same game, which led to him writhing on the floor in agony before being substituted. Francis Coquelin, who suffered a fractured nose in Arsenal's previous match, playing in his protective mask . The French midfielder at full stretch in mid-air during the Premier League clash on Wednesday evening . Coquelin's unusual head gear, made by Cavendish Imaging, didn't appear to hinder his performance . Arsene Wenger even admitted Coquelin underwent a minor surgical procedure following the incident, but that didn't stop him playing just three days later against QPR. Coquelin, known for his robust style of play, wore a white protective mask during the Premier League clash at Loftus Road. But the former France Under 21 international showed no signs of being hindered by the unusual-looking head gear, throwing himself into tackles in a physical encounter in west London. Arsenal midfielder FCoquelin broke his nose after two knocks to the face on Sunday against Everton . The first collision was mid-air with team-mate Olivier Giroud in the second-half of the 2-0 victory . Calum Chambers was called on to replace Coquelin in the late stages after his second knock to the face .

Summary: Arsenal faced QPR at Loftus Road in their Premier League clash . French midfielder Francis Coquelin played wearing a protective mask . Coquelin fractured his nose after a collision with Olivier Giroud on Sunday .


Teddy Sheringham says James Wilson could score 20 goals a season for Manchester United if Louis van Gaal played him. Sheringham has heaped praise on Wilson and claimed the exciting 19-year-old has all the attributes to be a top striker. Talking to United Review, Sheringham, who is forwards' coach at West Ham United, takes a keen interest in strikers across the Barclays Premier League, and said: 'I really like James Wilson. Teddy Sheringham has backed Manchester United striker James Wilson to become an Old Trafford success . Wilson, pictured scoring against QPR, has scored two goals in 16 appearances for Manchester United . Wilson (right) remains behind Radamel Falcao (centre) and Robin van Persie in United's pecking order . 'It’s a shame for him that Radamel Falcao and Robin van Persie are in front of him. Louis van Gaal said recently that he doesn’t have a striker who can score 20 goals a season, but I think if you put Wilson up there with Wayne Rooney then you’d have two players who can reach those figures for you.' Wilson made his first-team debut at the end of the 2013-14 season under former interim manager Ryan Giggs but has mainly been on the bench during Van Gaal's time at the club. Having sat on the bench again for Sunday's 3-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur, Wilson was handed some playing time for the Under 21s on Monday and scored the opening goal in a 2-1 victory over Everton. Sheringham added: 'He’s very direct, scores goals, has good pace and that added bonus of being a left-footer – they always tend to catch defenders off guard and it always looks more special when the left-footed strike goes in. 'I like his attitude, he looks a good player, a good prospect and one that everyone needs to keep an eye on.' West Ham coach Sheringham believes United starlet Wilson is capable of scoring 20 goals a season .

Summary: Teddy Sheringham has lavished praise on Man United striker James Wilson . The West Ham coach believes Wilson deserves a chance to start in attack . Sheringham is keen to see Wilson partner Man United's Wayne Rooney . Wilson is behind Robin van Persie and Radamel Falcao in pecking order . READ: If you don't view rate Rooney then you have no passion for football . CLICK HERE for all the latest Manchester United news .


Ed Balls today ambushed George Osborne on live TV by forcing him to agree to take part in a head-to-head election debate on the economy. The Tories had tried to argue that they would not discuss the idea of a clash between the would-be Chancellors until the leaders' debate had been resolved - which seems unlikely. But appearing together on BBC One, Mr Balls forced Mr Osborne to shake on the deal, raising the prospect that it could be the only televised election debate between the two parties before polling day. Appearing together on BBC One, Ed Balls forced George Osborne to shake on the deal, raising the prospect that it could be the only televised election debate between the two parties before polling day . Mr Balls insisted Prime Minister David Cameron may be 'scared' of a one-on-one debate with Labour leader Ed Miliband but he was up for the showdown with Mr Osborne. After he was put on the spot, the Chancellor shook Mr Balls's hand but suggested Danny Alexander, Liberal Democrat Chief Secretary to the Treasury, should be included. Speaking on BBC One's the Andrew Marr Show, Mr Osborne said he was sure an election debate between the different finance spokesmen of the parties would take place. Asked if he was keen on the debate, shadow chancellor Mr Balls replied: 'Of course, and I would like to go further. George and I don't need the broadcasters to sort these things out. Mr Osborne tried to claim that his Lib Dem deputy Danny Alexander should be included as well . 'George is not a coward. David Cameron doesn't want a head-to-head with Ed Miliband but I'm very happy - I will have a head-to-head debate, just the two of us, the potential chancellors during the election campaign. Addressing Mr Osborne, he said: 'You can say now - are you up for it?' The Chancellor replied: 'As I say, happy to have these chancellors' debate, just as we did in the last election.' Mr Balls extended his hand out to Mr Osborne to shake on a one-on-one debate, telling the Chancellor: 'Come on George, let's go for it.' Mr Osborne appeared hesitant, saying he would be happy to meet Mr Balls in a debate. He shook the shadow chancellor's hand, adding to Mr Balls: 'We're going to see who else wants to be part of it. I have got a very effective Chief Secretary who I think would also want to be part of that debate.' Mr Balls added: 'If only David Cameron was up for a one-to-one debate like George, it would be alright - for some reason David Cameron is running scared.' Mr Osborne said: 'I think we should include Danny Alexander.' Mr Balls countered: 'No, one-to-one. We just shook on it.' Speaking on BBC 5 Live's Pienaar's Politics, Mr Balls said he was unsure if Mr Osborne had agreed to the debate or not. He said: 'He started shaking hands and he was agreeing to a head-to-head debate with me. By the end of the handshake it sounded

Summary: Labour shadow chancellor bounces his opponent into agreeing to contest . Appearing together on BBC One, he forced Osborne to shake on the deal . Osborne tried to suggest that Lib Dem Danny Alexander should take part . But Balls laughed and insisted the deal had been sealed by the handshake .


A teenage beauty queen survived a horrifying car crash on an accident blackspot en route to her first ever pageant - but still managed to make it on time. Gemma Hartery, from Old Conwy, Wales, was on her way to her Miss Wales selection interview when her boyfriend Ellis' Ford Fiesta flipped on to its roof on the notorious Snake Pass road near Macclesfield, Cheshire. An air ambulance was dispatched for the 19-year-old after her screams sparked fears that there was a child in the car. Gemma Hartery, 19, survived the accident after her boyfriend's car slid on an oil spill and flipped upside down . Gemma's boyfriend's car overturned in a collision as they made their way to her Miss Wales interview . But Gemma managed to escape with just a cut to her hand and her mum Cheremane Smith, 42, stepped in to get her to the interview on time. After a two-hour trip to A&E, the International Sports Management student at the University of Derby composed herself and sailed through her selection interview. Gemma, who had been travelling from her university digs in Buxton, Derbyshire, to the interview, said: 'We were just driving up the twisty road and there had been oil spill but there was no warning at all. 'The back end of the car went and we flipped over upside down. It was terrifying. 'We were so lucky. And I managed to escape with just a cut on my hand from the glass on the passenger side window. 'I was fine after my mum gave me some sugary drinks to calm me down and I didn't even mention it at the interview.' The beauty queen was on the way to her Miss Wales selection interview, and escaped with only a cut . The car Gemma was travelling in flipped over, leaving her trapped inside . Gemma, who has never competed before at a pageant, impressed judges at the Miss Wales event in Swansea last weekend, taking the Old Conwy title on Saturday. But she missed out on the ultimate prize after being pipped by newsreader Emma Jenkins, 22, from Llanelli. This weekend's competition will be the first time that Gemma will compete at a pageant and comes after years of caring for mum Cheremane. Gemma has looked after her mother since she was diagnosed with breast cancer while the girl was at high school. Although Gemma, who had never previously competed at a pageant, ultimately lost out on the Miss Wales titles, she impressed judges and took the Old Conwy title on Saturday . Cheremane has since received the all-clear but has been dealt with a devastating blow after being diagnosed with osteoperosis of the spine. Her health issues inspired Gemma to enter the pageant after Cheremane told her to 'live her life'. Gemma said: 'My mum told me to just go for it. 'They have basically had to rebuild her breast so I have had to look after her for years. 'The chemotherapy has really affected her joints so she couldn't move so I've had to

Summary: Student Gemma Hartery was on her way to the pageant when her boyfriend's Ford Fiesta lost control on an oil spill . The car flipped on the notorious Snake Pass near Macclesfield, Cheshire . After two hours in A&E, the Welsh student made it to the interview on time .


All work and no play is sure to make Prince Harry a dull boy when he solely focuses on his army duties during his trip to Australia next month. In stark contrast to when the fourth in line to the British throne made his way Down Under the previous two times, his trip next month will revolve around training with Australian troops in army bases in Sydney, Darwin and Perth. When the party boy Prince visited just two years ago, he relished in witnessing first-hand England's win over South Africa in the Rugby World Cup match in Perth, and also joined in the festivities of the International Fleet Review's centenary celebrations on Sydney Harbour. While on his first Australian visit a decade earlier during his gap year when the prince was just a fresh-faced 18-year-old, he had the opportunity to cuddle up to the country's indigenous wildlife at Sydney's Taronga Zoo. But this time around, in what is believed to be a four-week assignment, the more mature and responsible 30-year-old, who is known in the British Army as Captain Harry Wales, will be participating in a 'challenging' training program specially prepared by the Australian Defence Force. This comes as Prince Harry has announced he will quit the Armed Forces in June after his 10-year-military career. Scroll down for video . Prince Harry will be training in three army bases throughout Australia next month in a stark contrast to his last visit in 2013 when he joined other footy fans in England's win over South Africa in the Rugby World Cup (left) Prince Harry also joined in the International Fleet Review's centenary celebrations on Sydney Harbour in 2013 . On his first visit, ten years earlier the prince had the time to cuddle up to koalas at Taronga Zoo in Sydney . Chief of the Defence Force, Air Chief Marshal Mark Binskin said the attachment will provide Captain Wales with an opportunity to gain greater insight into the Australian Army's domestic operating environment and capabilities. 'We have prepared a challenging program that will see Captain Wales deploy on urban and field training exercises, domestic deployments, as well as participate in Indigenous engagement activities,' he said. 'While all our units are highly capable, we have selected those units that best utilise Captain Wales' skill sets and give him some experience of the diverse range of capability we have within the ADF. Air Chief Marshal Mark Binskin said the British and Australian armies have a shared military history with secondments, exchanges, bilateral training and professional development all part of a routine practice between the two armed forces. But this time around, known in the British Army as Captain Harry Wales, he will be participating in a 'challenging' training program specially prepared by the Australian Defence Force . During his gap year when the prince was just a fresh-faced 18-year-old, he had the opportunity to cuddle up to the country's indigenous wildlife (right) at Sydney's Taronga Zoo and don the traditional Akubra hat (left) Prince Harry is greeted by a large crowd during the International Fleet

Summary: Prince Harry will spend up to a month with Australian troops next month . Harry Wales will train in army bases in Sydney, Perth and Darwin . Known as Captain Harry Wales, this is his third visit to Australia . He joined in the fun at World Rugby and International fleet Review in 2013 . And cuddled up to Australia's Indigenous wildlife in his gap year in 2003 . Harry will take a short break to attend the Gallipoli Commemorations in Turkey on April 24 and 25 with his father, Prince Charles . In May, Prince Harry will then do a short official tour of New Zealand . Fourth in line to throne will leave his job in the Armed Forces in June .


'Woman Sitting in an Armchair' will be returned to the descendants of art dealer Paul Rosenberg, from whom it was taken by the Nazis . Germany has signed an agreement to return to its rightful owner an Henri Matisse painting that was seized under Nazi rule. Matisse's 'Woman Sitting in an Armchair' was part of a trove of artworks found in the apartment of late collector Cornelius Gurlitt. Experts say the painting was taken from art dealer Paul Rosenberg and rightfully belongs to his descendants. Culture Minister Monika Gruetters' office confirmed a report in German daily Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung today that she signed the agreement. A similar agreement was signed last week for a painting by Max Liebermann. Both agreements must be approved by a Munich court handling Gurlitt's inheritance. A Swiss museum that accepted Gurlitt's bequest of his collection has promised to ensure any Nazi-looted pieces are returned to their Jewish owners' heirs. Around 250 artworks were found in Gurlitt's Salzburg property. Switzerland's Kunstmuseum Bern inherited the collection . Some 1,280 others found in Gurlitt's apartment in Munich. While some of the Munich works were already known, it was the first look for many at the art Gurlitt kept in the house he owned in Austria. It includes works by Breughel, Monet, Renoir and Picasso. Gurlitt inherited much of the art from his father, who in the 1930s helped the Nazis sell art they considered 'degenerate' to buyers outside of Germany for cash. Some of the works — including Impressionist and modern masterpieces — had been seized by the Nazis from museums, while others were stolen or bought for a pittance from Jewish collectors who were forced to sell. Gurlitt died in May last year at age 81, designating the Swiss museum as his sole heir.

Summary: 'Woman Sitting in an Armchair' was held by the now famous late collector . When he died a treasure trove of more than 1,500 works was uncovered . Latest to be returned belongs to descendants of art dealer Paul Rosenberg . Similar agreement was signed last week for painting by Max Liebermann . Gurlitt's father helped Nazis sell 'degenerate' art outside Germany for cash .


A young mother claims she was told by doctors to Google her life-threatening condition after she spotted it mentioned on a doctor's note. Roxanne Stacey was in hospital after having a cyst removed from her ovary. The 24-year-old believed the operation would end the pain, vomiting and exhaustion she had been experiencing for weeks. But as she prepared to leave hospital, she accidentally picked up a handover note meant for other nurses, thinking it was for her. Reading the note when she got home, the mother-of-one spotted the words 'Wilkes syndrome' written in brackets beside details of her cyst removal. Roxanne Stacey, 24, claims she only discovered she had life-threatening illness because she spotted it on a doctor's note - and was then told to 'go home and Google it' herself . Ms Stacey says doctors told her to research her rare illness Wilkes syndrome online after an X-ray confirmed she had the digestive disorder which causes a person to be unable to keep food down. As a result of the illness, she lost seven stone . She called her mother, who researched the condition online, and was horrified to learn it was rare and life-threatening. In those diagnosed with Wilkes syndrome, a major blood vessel in the digestive system lies on top of the small intestine, instead of behind it. It means patients feel full quicker and struggle to keep any food down. If left untreated, it can prove fatal. Concerned, Miss Stacey took the nurse's note to her GP, who Googled the condition in front of her. She claims, he said: 'There's no way you can have this syndrome, you'd be dead by now.' Miss Stacey, from Greenhithe, in Kent, said: 'I felt reassured but the symptoms persisted and I was losing weight by the day.' She was prescribed medication to ease the pain and went for follow-up visits at Darent Valley Hospital. It was an X-ray, taken in January this year, that confirmed Miss Stacey's diagnosis of Wilkes syndrome. After specialists confirmed the illness, Miss Stacey claims they told her to research the condition on Google. She said: 'To add insult to injury, I was given the diagnosis and told to research it on Google.' Having been unable to digest food properly as a result of the syndrome, Miss Stacey's weight has plummeted to half what it was. Miss Stacey said she was left so weak she was unable to hold her 16-month-old son Freddie, left . 'I look anorexic,' she said. 'I used to be 14 stone and was healthy, and happy. Now I'm 7st 6lbs and I'm too weak for surgery. 'I'm angry that I was left in pain to get on with it when the diagnosis was known in November. 'I'm too weak to hold my 16-month-old son Freddie. 'My partner Alex is taking unpaid leave from his job to help look after him.' Darent Valley Hospital, in Dartford, Kent, referred Miss Stacey to a specialist last month and she said she is now receiving excellent care. She was admitted to Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital,

Summary: Roxanne Stacey had an operation to remove a cyst on her ovary . 24-year-old hoped the op would end her pain, vomiting and exhaustion . When she left hospital she picked up a nurse's note thinking it was for her . She noticed the words 'Wilkes syndrome' in brackets next to her op details . Took to her GP and he Googled it to find out more about the rare illness . At a follow-up hospital appointment she was diagnosed with condition . Doctors told her to find out more by researching the illness on Google .


Rating: . This is going to be special, I tell myself as we pass medieval Penshurst Place, lit up to dramatic effect, with the pretty village church glowing next to it. Certainly, the Leicester Arms Hotel, near Tunbridge Wells, had looked cheering on the website - a village pub given a good wash and brush up without losing its charm. Not quite. Not much good for a weekend of any sort: The Leicester Arms is in tired and in real need of a makeover . The whole place seems in the grip of a collective lethargy. I'm not even given much in the way of a welcome. 'Don't worry, this isn't rubbish,' says the weary young woman who shows me to a room on the first floor above the kitchen extractor - even though only two other people are staying. She is not referring to the room, but to the eight bulging black plastic bin bags - 'it's just sheets and stuff.' You might think sheets and stuff could be stored elsewhere. But then, on seeing my drab room, I have my doubts. It's a charmless affair. The window frame has been painted recently, but no one has bothered to scrape off the drips stuck to the panes; three dull watercolours hang on the walls; the small desk is battered and bruised; and the bedside lights are those infuriating ones that only come on when you tap them. Even the laminated card telling you how to get an outside line is creased and uninviting. Things are more convivial downstairs. The panelled bar, with its saddles on the walls, open fires (not lit) and exposed timber beams provide some atmosphere, but the best part is the dining room up a short flight of stairs, with its mish-mash of tables and chairs, some of which are lovely antique jobs. A mere three tables are occupied, but the wait between my indifferent first course (two tiny bits of rolled-up smoked salmon and some avocado mousse) and my main course (sea bass in an overly rich sauce with gnocchi) is unforgivable. 'Any veg?' I ask. 'Kale, that's about it,' says the waitress in a wouldn't-bother sort of way. 'I'll have some kale, then, please.' It's a Wednesday night, but feels like the butt end of a Sunday. I almost long for someone to ask if 'everything's all right with your meal' if only because it would mean I can ask for another glass of wine. I get talking in the morning to the 'sheets and stuff' member of staff, and I like her no-nonsense honesty. 'Been busy?' I ask. 'Not really, bit dead actually.' 'Who comes here at this time of year?' 'We get a lot down for a dirty weekend.' Perhaps if you're down for a dirty weekend you can forgive certain flaws. But calling this old boozer a hotel is a liberty too far. The Leicester Arms Hotel . High Street . Penshurst . Kent . TN11 8BT . 01892 871 617 . www.theleicesterarmshotel.com . Doubles from £119 B&B . Rating: .

Summary: The Leicester Arms Hotel is one of the main options in pretty Penshurst . However, this little retreat feels less like a hotel, more a converted pub . The restaurant has exposed timber beams but an uninspiring menu .


The recent sky-rocketing Swiss Franc has left skiers flocking to new locations to enjoy the high-roller experience without the snowballing costs - and where better than Italy's Alta Badia region in the Dolomites. Impatient travellers eager to hit the slopes only seconds after landing will also be happy to note that it's just a two-hour drive from Venice. But it's the Sellaronda, the staggering rock formations at the heart of this must-see ski region, that's the real draw, and are as breathtaking as they are intimidating. Seasonal snowbirds have begun flocking to Italy's Alta Badia region in the Dolomites, known for its exceptional views and fresh powder . The area itself is a UNESCO Natural World Heritage site and has over 500 kilometres of pistes spread over four valleys: Alta Badia; Arabba; Val Gardena; and Val Di Fassa. One of the skiing highlights is a 42 kilometre loop of slopes around the Sellaronda which offers mouth-wateringly panoramic views of the valleys below. Just as well, as there are a number of excellent places to eat and drink along the way. The loop links the four valleys, encouraging experienced thrill-seekers to ski the clockwise route, while those still getting their bearings are best going the other way. No matter your preference, you'll be happy to learn that the whole loop can be accessed with just one ski pass, though it will take up to six hours to complete, so it's best to set out by mid-morning. When you're ready to take a break, make sure you stop in for lunch or a glass of wine at Rifugio Emilio Comici on Piz Sella, one of the many peaks along the loop. The area itself is a UNESCO Natural World Heritage site and has 500 km of pistes spread over four valleys . The 42 kilometre loop around the Sellaronda also offers a bevy of mouthwatering food and drink options, like Rifugio Emilio Comici . It is well known for its seafood dishes and fresh fish that is driven up daily from Grado, near Venice. It also has an eye catching wine list and the locally-produced Sauvignon Blanc in a must try. The Rifugio is easily reached by lunchtime if you are on the anticlockwise route, but if you have a big group it is worth calling ahead to book the day you plan on going. Early birds will be happy to note that a ski cats are available to ensure that you reach the top of the mountain first . For those eager to hit the slopes, ski cats are available to book to ensure that you reach the top of the mountain first. You'll also get the added bonus of experiencing the sun rise over the valley below. And don't worry about grabbing breakfast before you start out on your early morning adventure. A delicious spread is available at the Las Vegas Lodge hut, located at the peak of the Alta Badia Valley, where rooms are also available. While there is no shortage of chalets to choose from, the five star luxury (and

Summary: A sky-rocketing Swiss Franc has left avid skiers flocking to new locations for a luxury experience at a lower cost . In Italy's Alta Badia region in the Dolomites, travellers can ski amongst the staggering Sellaronda rock formations . Though there are many chalets available, the Rosa Alpina Hotel & Spa boasts friendly five-star accommodation .


Andy Murray is so determined to maintain his positive start to the tennis season that he is shelving any plans for a honeymoon until the end of the year in November. And the world No 4, who is marrying Kim Sears on April 11 in Dunblane Cathedral, has not entirely ruled out playing in the Monte Carlo Open in the week immediately afterwards. He thinks that unlikely, but as one of the most momentous days in his eventful life looms he is adamant that he can compartmentalise such questions and focus on the Miami Open, his last tournament as a single man. Andy Murray practices in Florida ahead of his opening match at the Miami Open this week . Andy Murray takes time out to sign autographs for supporters in Florida on the second day of the Miami Open . The world No 4 poses with fans at the Crandon Park Tennis Centre . Murray happily signed autographs ahead of his opening match against either Donald Young or Yen Hsun Lu . After reaching the semi-final in Indian Wells last week Murray is now the second highest points scorer on the ATP Tour this year, albeit some way behind the dominant Novak Djokovic. He now arrives at the event hosted by the city he considers a second home – where plays either Donald Young or Yen Hsun Lu – and is not finding it hard to separate the two biggest things in his life, happy to discuss the forthcoming nuptials with Kim when relaxing at his downtown apartment. 'Tennis is important but we also have lives to live as well,' he said on Tuesday. 'When I'm on the court I'm not thinking "I'm getting married in a few weeks" but back at the apartment there's time to do that. I can concentrate on both. 'As long as it's not in the forefront of my mind when I'm training then it's fine. It hasn't been a problem for me yet and I don't see it as an issue.' Whatever happens at this tournament the 27 year-old Scot will not rush back across the Atlantic: 'Hopefully it won't finish for me here until a week on Sunday and then I'll go home after that,' said Murray, who is having not just one but three best men: brother Jamie, former Davis Cup player Ross Hutchins and an old friend from Spain, Carlos Mier. Murray said he is shelving plans for a honeymoon after marrying Kim Sears in April until later this year . The 27-year-old, who has started the year in good form, waits to speak to members of the media on Tuesday . Murray says he is coping fine juggling his tennis and planning a wedding . Murray is marrying long-term partner Sears in his hometown Dunblane on April 11 . 'If I don't do well I'm going to stay here anyway and train on the clay and get used to playing in hot conditions. Regardless of how I do I'll be here for the next ten days.' With his 28th birthday looming time

Summary: Murray will be playing in the Miami Open this week . He reached the semi-finals at Indian Wells before losing to Novak Djokovic . World No 4 is getting married to long-term partner Kim Sears on April 11 . Murray admits honeymoon plans will be shelved until later in the year . He hasn't ruled out playing in Monte Carlo open the week after the wedding . Murray is second highest points scorer on ATP this year behind Djokovic .


If recent pictures are anything to go by, Taylor Swift and Calvin Harris are set to become pop's biggest power couple. After a month of rumours about a possible romance, the twosome were spotted hanging out in Whole Foods in Nashville, Tennessee earlier this week. But if 31-year-old DJ Calvin is to become the new Mr Taylor Swift then he should be aware that he might end up becoming the subject of one of her songs. Scroll down for video . Taylor and Calvin have been rumoured to have been dating for the last month and were spotted together in Nashville, Tennessee . Taylor is well known for writing about her love life, with her former boyfriends John Mayer, Harry Styles and Joe Jonas all having inspired tracks on her various albums. Taylor herself even admits that her relationships do inspire her musically. However, she's always careful not to go into specifics. She once said: 'For me, I have a really strict personal policy that I never name names. So anybody saying that a song is about a specific person is purely speculating. And they’re going to do that.' Here we look back over her previous relationships... and the songs they were thought to have inspired. Taylor dated Joe Jonas in 2008 and is thought to have written several songs about him after he dumped her over the phone . Joe Jonas . Taylor and Joe dated in 2008 and it's thought that he inspired her whole Fearless album. 'Forever and Always and 'You're Not Sorry,' were thought to have been about their messy split. Taylor previously revealed that Joe dumped her in a 27 second long phone call, but he countered her claims saying he would have spoken for longer had she not hung up on him. Joe actually wrote an open letter about the situation saying: 'For those who have expressed concern over the ’27-second’ phone call … I called to discuss feelings with the other person. 'Those feelings were obviously not well-received. I did not end the conversation. Someone else did. 'Phone calls can only last as long as the person on the other end of the line is willing to talk. A phone call can be pretty short when someone else ends the call. 'The only difference in this conversation was that I shared something the other person did not want to hear. There were later attempts at communication that had no response.' Taylor Swift broke her promise not to name and shame when she wrote her hit song Dear John about her ex John Mayer . John Mayer . Taylor wasn't exactly subtle when she wrote about fellow singer John Mayer who she dated briefly in 2009. She called the song 'Dear John' and she didn't hold back in expressing her feelings for the man who went on to date both Jennifer Aniston and Katy Perry. Some of the lyrics to the song include: 'You paint me a blue sky. And go back and turn it to rain. And I lived in your chess game. But you

Summary: Taylor Swift is thought to be dating DJ Calvin Harris . The pair were spotted together earlier this week at Whole Foods . Taylor has previously dated Harry Styles, John Mayer and Joe Jonas . The singer has regularly spoken out about writing about her exes .


A primary school has banned its pupils from watching next week's solar eclipse amid fears the children will be blinded. Whitchurch Primary School in Cardiff said it will not let children watch the natural display outside, even if they have bought special glasses with solar filters. Instead, the primary school will show the eclipse on a live feed inside the school premises. Whitchurch Primary School in Cardiff said it will not let children watch Friday's solar eclipse amid fears they could be blinded . The partial solar eclipse is due to take place at 8.45am on Friday, March 20, and will be visible for thousands of kilometres. The decision came following an email which was reportedly sent to the schools by Cardiff Council. The memo advised schools to read a leaflet from the Royal Astronomical Society on how to observe an eclipse safely. Advice in the leaflet states that 'the sun is so bright that just looking at it can blind you, so you'll need to prepare beforehand'. A council spokeswoman said: 'We are not telling schools they should not allow children out. 'We have left that decision to the schools. We are providing schools with a copy of the Royal Astronomical Society's advice.' Cardiff Council sent advice to schools from the Royal Astronimical Society, explaining how the eclipse can be watched safely. Pictured: A solar eclipse in the Faroe Islands . It goes on to state 'there are various ways to observe it (the eclipse) safely, using both everyday materials and telescopes or binoculars'. These can also include eclipse viewers, colanders, pinhole viewers, and mirrors. It is believed the schools were left to provide the equipment themselves. A second school in the area, Fairwater Primary School, said it would not be making any changes to the school day to accommodate the eclipse. Meanwhile, Bryn Hafod Primary School, also in the area, said it needed to do a 'health and safety assessment' before it would make a decision on whether to allow children to watch the eclipse. During the landmark event, the Moon will pass between the Sun and the Earth, casting a deep shadow over the planet's surface in a partial eclipse. Unlike 1999, it will not be a total eclipse over Britain, although that will happen over the North Atlantic and the spectacular event will finish over the North Pole. The next similar eclipse will not take place over Britain until August 2026.

Summary: Whitchurch Primary in Cardiff will live stream eclipse inside premises . Even children with sun-filtered glasses will be stopped from watching it . Comes after Cardiff Council sent advice on how to observe eclipse safely . Eclipse, due to take place on Friday morning, will be seen across the UK .


By Tuesday evening, Conor McGregor will have travelled more than 13,000 miles in 10 days and visited eight countries on three continents. He has 14 weeks to prepare his challenge for the UFC featherweight title and will train for hundreds of hours before his date with destiny in Las Vegas on July 11. But he insists he will need just four minutes to dethrone champion Jose Aldo. Conor McGregor (right) stares out Jose Also ahead of their UFC world title showdown . The Irishman is confident of knocking Aldo out in the opening 'four minutes' when they meet in Vegas . McGregor and Aldo faced the media in London on Tuesday on the penultimate leg of their world tour which has taken in Rio, New York and Los Angeles among others. And the Dubliner said: 'I find the route to victory here. That's the key to victory here, when I hit people they do not survive. I map out my shot selection and put people away every time. 'Jose has got the basics down well. He's got the right hand, he's got the low kick; he can catch people but after that it's wild, it's sloppy and they escape. 'Look back at his career, you can see the shots remain the same. Then look at my career; my evolution is undeniable and I will continue to get better. McGregor did most of the talking during the press conference, insisting he was 'prepared to kill' Defending champion Jose Aldo has not been defeated in 10 years while defending his title eight times . 'He does not want it the way I want it. He doesn't want me around, he always wants separation but there will be no separation on July 11. 'I will show up prepared to kill. It will be decided in the first four minutes; he will be out on his feet. The shots I want to land will land and it will be a formality after that. How long he can take that is up to his chin. 'He has been through war after war after war, 25 minutes of getting hit. The brain does not recover, it does not get younger. I will hit him and I will hit him hard. It will be wrapped up within the first four minutes.' McGregor smiles as the pair's globetrotting tour that has visited three continents nears its end . McGregor takes in the sights from the London Eye on the penultimate stage of the world tour . McGregor also revealed he plans to dominate not just his current weight class but, in time, the lightweight division too. 'I definitely have my eyes on the lightweight division,' he added. 'I came into this company as a two-weight champion. I am the only Irishman, the only European to hold belts consecutively. 'Most certainly I'm looking to replicate that achievement on the biggest stage, the UFC. But there are plenty of featherweights who have spoken out of turn and who should have kept their name out of their mouth. 'When you speak my name

Summary: Conor McGregor faces Jose Aldo for UFC featherweight title on July 11 . Pair have travelled across the world to promote the fight in Las Vegas . Irishman insists he will finish the champion in the opening round . READ: Brazilian footballer Thiago Silva calls McGregor a 'mother******' CLICK HERE for all the latest UFC news .


Avian cholera is thought to have killed at least 2,000 snow geese that fell dead from the sky in Idaho while migrating to nesting grounds on the northern coast of Alaska, wildlife managers said Monday. Dozens of Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) workers and volunteers over the weekend retrieved and incinerated carcasses of snow geese found near bodies of water and a wildlife management area in the eastern part of the state, said agency spokesman Gregg Losinski. Illness? Avian cholera is suspected in the deaths of at least 2,000 snow geese that fell dead from the sky in Idaho, like the one seen here . Avian cholera is believed to be the culprit in the deaths mostly because of the way the birds died, he said. 'Basically, they just fell out of the sky,' Losinski said. He said biologists were awaiting results from a state wildlife lab to confirm the birds died of the highly contagious disease, which is caused by bacteria that can survive in soil and water for up to four months. Humans face a small risk of contracting the disease but the more immediate threat is to wildlife in the vicinity of contaminated carcasses, Losinski said. About 20 bald eagles were seen near areas where snow geese carcasses littered the ground but a lengthy incubation period makes it unclear if the eagles were infected and would carry the ailment elsewhere, said Losinski. It was not known where the snow geese – named for their white plumage and for breeding in the far northern corners of Alaska, Canada, Greenland and Siberia – contracted avian cholera during a migration that saw them wing north from wintering grounds in the American Southwest and Mexico, he said. Outbreaks like the one found affecting the migrating snow geese in Idaho occur periodically in the United States and elsewhere, Losinski said. Loskinki said in a Monday news release 'The carcasses of a small number of snow geese were first reported at Camas National Wildlife Refuge near Dubois, Idaho. Closer inspection on Friday found higher numbers of dead birds at the Mud Lake WMA Area near Terreton, Idaho and a lesser amount at Market Lake WMA near Roberts, Idaho.' Upper Snake Regional Supervisor Steve Schmidt said in the release that avian cholera has appeared before. 'Outbreaks of avian cholera have occurred sporadically in the region over the past few decades,' he said. Schmidt also said that 'The important thing is to quickly collect as many of the carcasses as possible, to prevent other birds from feeding on the infected birds.' The IDFG said anyone who sees dead birds should not touch them, and contact the Upper Snake Regional Office by dialing 208-525-7290. Avian cholera is the most important infectious disease affecting wild waterfowl in North America, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. 'Death may be so rapid that birds literally fall out of the sky or die while eating with no previous signs of disease,' the agency said of the disease on its website. 'Sick birds appear lethargic, and when captured may die within

Summary: Avian cholera is suspected in the deaths of at least 2,000 snow geese that fell dead from the sky in Idaho, wildlife managers said Monday . Carcasses were found near bodies of water and a wildlife management area, an Idaho Department of Fish and Games spokesman said . Humans face a small risk of contracting the disease, he said . Avian cholera is the most important infectious disease affecting wild waterfowl in North America, according to the U.S. Geological Survey .