Former England forward Gareth Hock could face his old Salford team-mates after his new club Leigh were paired with the Red Devils in the draw for the fifth round of the 2015 Ladbrokes Challenge Cup. Hock joined the Centurions last month after being released by Salford but is still waiting to make his debut after being handed a seven-match ban for illegal use of his knees. The ex-Wigan second rower's suspension is set to expire on Easter Monday, well before the cup-tie with Salford, which will be played at Leigh Sports Village on the weekend of April 17-19. Former England player Gareth Hock could play against his Salford team-mates for Leigh in the Challenge Cup . Hock is yet to debut for the Centurions after a seven-week ban for illegal use of his knees . Despite being a division below the unbeaten Centurions will pose a tough task for the Red Devils, who are eighth after six games. Salford were one of four Super League clubs to enter the famous knockout competition on Tuesday after finishing outside the top eight last season. All of the clubs from the top flight managed to avoid each other in the draw, which was made by the banks of the River Hull. Bradford, whose last Cup final was in 2002, will be at home to Hull KR in arguably the tie of the round. The 2005 winners Hull FC were paired with Sheffield Eagles and Wakefield face a trip to Halifax. Leigh Miners Rangers, the only amateur team left in the competition, landed a home tie against League One club York. The final match-up is an all-Championship clash between Hunslet and Dewsbury at the South Leeds Stadium. The remaining eight Super League clubs will enter the competition at the sixth round stage in May. Hunslet Hawks v Dewsbury Rams . Leigh Miners Rangers v York City Knights . Bradford Bulls v Hull KR . Sheffield Eagles v Hull FC . Batley Bulldogs v Swinton Lions . North Wales Crusaders v Featherstone . Wakefield Trinity Wildcats v Halifax . Leigh Centurions v Salford Red Devils .

Summary: Four Super League clubs in draw for fifth round of the Challenge Cup . The clubs to finish outside the top eight avoid each other in the draw . Gareth Hock's new club Leigh meets Salford, who released the forward . Hock is suspened until Easter Monday, ahead of the game on April 17-19 .


It's usually cats getting their backs scratched. But one paws-on feline from Bonita, California, decided to repay the favor with his own 'ultimate meow-ssage.' Banks the cat was filmed as he caressed a woman's back and shoulders. 'How does it feel?' a man asks as the therapy session takes place. 'Fantastic!' the woman exclaims with a grin on her face. To reach all the right spots, Banks hopped up on to a kitchen counter, with his customer stood in front. He then proceeded to paw-rub away. The animal was previously listed for adoption by the San Diego Department of Animal Services. However, he now appears to have gone to a good home. Banks' massage client explained that his relaxation techniques were a definite bonus. 'For sure, who doesn't like an in-house masseuse that works for catnip?' she said. Caught on camera: Banks the cat was filmed as he caressed a woman's back and shoulders . Clever kitty: To reach all the right spots, the feline hopped up on to a kitchen counter, with his customer stood in front . Pick me! The animal was previously listed for adoption by the San Diego Department of Animal Services . Lost in the moment: Banks' massage client explained that his relaxation techniques were a definite bonus .

Summary: The animal was previously listed for adoption by the San Diego Department of Animal Services . But appears - with his paw-rubbing skills - he has now found a new home .


Premier League sponsors Barclays will not renew their £40million-a-year deal when the current agreement expires at the end of the 2015-16 season. The bank agreed a £120m three-year deal in 2012 for the present rights - an increase of almost 50 per cent on their previous £82m contract. But with Sky and BT Sport paying a record £5.1billion for TV rights from the start of the 2016 season, Barclays fear the cost of the next sponsorship will also rise considerably. Barclays have sponsored the Premier League since 2001 but the 2015-16 season is set to be their last . The Premier League's new £5.1billion TV rights deal is set to increase the cost of sponsorship . Barclays advertising hoardings and ribbons adorn Manchester United's trophy lift at Old Trafford in May, 2013 . Barclays have sponsored the Premier League since 2001 when they first used the sponsorship to promote their Barclaycard brand. As well as the cost of the sponsorship, they must also consider the costs of promoting it through advertising, public relations and social media. The popularity of the Premier League abroad is seen as a major factor behind the bank's decision to continue with their sponsorship for almost 15 years. With games broadcast into 650 million homes in 175 countries, Barclays have used their agreements to promote themselves throughout the world, particularly in Africa and Asia. Arsenal lift the Premier League trophy in 2002 after Barclays' first season as sponsors of the division . Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore will be looking to agree a new sponsorship deal from 2016 .

Summary: Barclays agreed a £120million three-year sponsorship deal back in 2012 . The bank will not renew their agreement when it expires next year . New £5.1billion TV deal is expected to increase the cost of sponsorship . Barclays have sponsored the Premier League since 2001 .


Nick Clegg has been put on a secret diet to lose weight before the election. Aides took to hiding biscuits from the Lib Dem leader to stop him putting on the pounds before polling day. The undercover calorie counters have had such success that he has been praised for his new svelte figure, although they admit they have no idea what he eats at home. Scroll down for video . Lib Dem leader Nick Clegg has been praised in recent days for his slimmer figure, in contrast with his political paunch seen earlier in the Coalition (right) Mr Clegg is not the first politician to seek to get in shape as polling day approaches. But he could be the first who did not even know that the healthy regime had been imposed. He has previously tried to get in shape through exercise, with kickboxing lessons and playing tennis credited with helping with his squeezed middle. But officials in his Whitehall office grew alarmed at his appetite for biscuits during meetings. A source said: "When you're Deputy Prime Minister you get offered lots of cups of tea. Your access to biscuits is very generous." So aides imposed a ban on hobnobs, digestives and rich tea biscuits in his office, and claim it has had startling results. In an interview last week, his trimmer figure was remarked upon. London’s Evening Standard noted how Mr Clegg ‘and lets his business suit flap open in the breeze, revealing a youthful figure with no sign of Whitehall sag’. It is understood that Mr Clegg now accepts the biscuit ban during working hours, but it is not clear if he sticks to the rules around the clock. ‘There are no biscuits in the office, but who knows what he is having at home,’ a source added. Biscuits have been banned from the Deputy Prime Minister's office in Whitehall (pictured) to stop Mr Clegg piling on the pounds during meetings . DAVID CAMERON: Has given up bread, as part of his 'great patriotic struggle' with his weight. GEORGE OSBORNE: Shed pounds on the 5:2 diet, where he fasts for two days every week. ERIC PICKLES: Once boasted that his secret to trying to lose weight was ‘no cheese, no chips, no seconds’. NIGEL LAWSON: The former Chancellor, and father of TV cook NIgella, wrote his own weight loss guide - The Nigel Lawson Diet Book - which helped him to shed five stone in a year. LORD FALCONER: List five stone on an unconventional diet of apples and Diet Coke. A year ago Mr Clegg vowed to play tennis against anyone who would give him a game in a bid to get in shape. In 2013 he revealed he had taken up kickboxing at a local gym to ‘get stuff out of my system’. And four years ago he had a rowing machine installed in his office, holding meetings while wearing shorts and T-shirt. A gruelling six-week election campaign gets underway on March 30, when party leaders will be expected to look their best as they criss-cross the country

Summary: Staff in Whitehall banned biscuits from the Lib Dem leader's meetings . As Deputy PM he is offered a lot of tea and biscuits, sources say . He has come to accept the need to avoid sweet treats before the election . Clegg has previously used tennis, kickboxing and rowing to get in shape . Cameron, Osborne and Boris have all battled with their weight in office .


An Ohio couple took a waitress for a ride last month when they skipped out on their tab and injured the server as they drove away with her desperately clinging to the roof of their car. Police are asking for people to identify the diners spotted in surveillance video at the Coram Diner in Long Island, New York who had a meal at the diner then left without paying their $80 bill. The young couple, who were filmed entering the diner on February 20 in light colored pants and a dark tops, can later be seen leaving the diner as their female waitress trails behind them. Scroll down for video . Do you know this couple?: Police are asking people to identify this couple that was filmed skipping out on their tab at a diner last month then driving away in their car as the waitress clung to the roof of their vehicle . Skipping out: The couple returns to their car not realizing that the waitress is about to chase after them . At one point the waitress, whose identity has not been revealed, is viewed standing in front of the couple's dark Sedan in an attempt to get them to stop and pay for their meal. A few other witnesses from the restaurant stand in the parking lot and watch as the horrific moment unravels. The driver proceeds to hit the waitress with he and his partner's car and the victim clings to the hood of the vehicle as the couple drives away. The waitress eventually slid off the car as it drove out of the parking lot and she suffered minor injuries. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-220-TIPS. The chase: The waitress along with another witness run after the couple who is about to drive away . Holding on for dear life: The waitress, whose blurry outline can be seen on the hood of the couple's car, is injured as she slides off the vehicle as the couple drives away . That's her!: The hardworking server is nearly run over as the couple drives away from the diner's parking lot .

Summary: Police are asking for people to identify the diners spotted in video leaving the Coram Diner without paying their tab and injuring a waitress . At one point the waitress is viewed standing in front of the couple's dark Sedan in an attempt to get them to stop and pay for their meal . Vieo shows the couple's car nearly running over the waitress and later injuring her as she slides off the roof of the vehicle .


That feeling of elation when handing over money at the till as the shop assistant puts your new dress into a bag, followed by that sinking feeling when you next look at your bank balance - millions of us have been there. But new research has shown the situation may be worse than previously thought - one in four women have admitted to being addicted to shopping and say they lie about how much they spend. But is it any surprise when it gives ladies such a rush? The new study into 2,000 ladies found a third were at their happiest when spending money on new clothes. A new study shows a quarter of British women are addicted to shopping (picture posed by model) The addiction isn't purely about the clothes though, it's also down to the effect it has on the body. 45 per cent of those questioned get a genuine rush of excitement when they purchase new clothes, shoes and accessories. And while many credit having children, a rewarding career or being in love as making them truly happy, a third of women claim that nothing beats the buzz of strutting out of a shop swinging a bag full of new purchases. It seems we can't switch off from thinking about items we want in our wardrobe either once catching sight of something online or in a store. The longest the average woman avoids buying new clothes is two and a half months (picture posed by model) Over half of British women said when they see something they like either on a website or in a shop they can’t stop thinking about it and 17 per cent revealed they even dream about clothes they are coveting. The poll by LoveSales.com - a shopping site that monitors items on all the top retailer websites in the UK and alerts you when they drop in price - found the typical female ‘watches’ an item of clothing for at least seven days before buying. More than one in twenty even print out a picture of the must have item and pin it up at home or at work. 1. If it’s replacing something that I have worn to death I should replace it . 2. If I can buy it outright and not go in to debt to buy it - I should have it . 3. If it goes down in price I must have it . 4. I will only purchase a luxury item if it was on offer . 5. If the price is less than I thought it would be I should get it . 6. If I still want it after a week I should have it . 7. If I have been thinking of it constantly I should have it . 8. If I still want it after a month I should have it . 9. If I have been good in other areas of my life (like dieting) then I should have it . 10. If I have had a bad week or bad news I

Summary: New study shows that a quarter of British women are addicted to shopping . A third also say they are happiest when indulging in happiest retail therapy . Longest average woman avoids clothes shopping is two and a half months .


West Bromwich Albion boss Tony Pulis has been named the Barclays Premier League manager of the month for February. The Baggies were unbeaten in their four league matches and kept clean sheets in three of them as they beat Swansea and Southampton and drew at Sunderland and at home to Burnley. Pulis has guided West Brom to 13th in the table, eight points clear of the relegation zone, since taking over in January. Tony Pulis has guided West Brom towards safety since taking over in the New Year . Feb 8: Burnley 2-2 West Brom . Feb 11: West Brom 2-0 Swansea . Feb 21: Sunderland 0-0 West Brom . Feb 28: West Brom 1-0 Southampton . The award is Pulis' second after his previous success came in April last season, when he was in charge at Crystal Palace. He said: 'It's a fabulous month and we needed a month like that really to give us the impetus hopefully to push on and get the points that we need. Brendan Rodgers - Liverpool . Garry Monk - Swansea . Steve Bruce - Hull . 'There are 10 games to go and were are still desperately in need of the points – 10 more points, if we can get 10 more points we get to 40 points, we'll be OK. 'The supporters will be absolutely delighted for us just to get through this. 'I think they understand and they know there will be lots of changes at the end of the season right through the club, so we just need to get through this period.' On Saturday, Pulis welcomes his former club Stoke, now managed by Mark Hughes. The Potters also enjoyed a successful February with the only blot a 4-1 defeat to Manchester City as Hughes guided his side to victories over Hull and Aston Villa and a draw at Newcastle. West Brom striker Brown Ideye celebrates his goal against Swansea with James Morrison .

Summary: Tony Pulis has revitalised West Brom since taking over in January . Baggies now lie 13th in the Premier League table . West Brom beat Swansea and Southampton last month . Pulis' men also drew with Sunderland and Burnley . Tottenham striker Harry Kane was named player of the month .


As the days countdown to Saturday’s NSW State Election, politicians are using every way they can to gain votes, and one of these is to advertise on gay hook-up app, Grindr. Labor’s Penny Sharpe, who is looking to become a member of the Legislative Assembly, and Sydney state independent MP Alex Greenwich are both using the app in a bid to get as many votes as possible. The two gay politicians are following up on the example set by Greens candidate Sam Hibbins who won a seat in Prahran in November’s Victorian state election. Labor’s Penny Sharpe (left) and Sydney state independent MP Alex Greenwich (right) are using the Grindr app to reach out to the electorate . Hibbins was one of Australia’s first politicians to use hook-up apps as a method to reach voters successfully. He used the Grindr app to send political messages to members of Melbourne’s Prahran electorate, living in the suburbs of Prahran, Windsor, South Yarra and St Kilda East, as the candidate campaigns ahead of the election. The Star Observer reports that Sharpe was using the app on a trial basis for this election. 'It’s not a space I play in regularly,' said Ms Sharpe, who is standing as Labor’s candidate in the inner west seat of Newtown. Ms Sharpe and Mr Greenwich both placed ads on Grindr to encourage people to vote for them . 'But I’m sure that some of my volunteers have profiles. 'For us, it’s a totally new way of talking to people and we know there are lots of people who aren’t as engaged.' Mr Greenwich also said that it was the first time that he had used the app to reach out to the electorate. But if it proved successful he wouldn’t rule out using other apps in the future. Ms Sharpe’s ads were paid for out of her campaign funds while Mr Greenwich’s is courtesy of campaign group Out For. Grindr is a smartphone app to facilitate casual sex for gay men . However, it was Mr Hibbins who was the original trailblazer. ‘This election we're using Grindr to reach voters in Prahran,' Mr Hibbins wrote on his Facebook page before the Victorian state election last November. 'We'll be using it to promote events, our support for equality and broader policies.' Mr Hibbins believed that although he was the first to use the strategy in Australia, the idea would take off as a popular campaign approach. Sam Hibbins used Grindr to send targeted messages to the homosexual community in his electorate in Prahan ahead of last November's state election in Victoria . Dutch and Irish politicians were the first to use Grindr to connect with voters. Dutch politician Jan-Bert Vroege used the app to campaign in March last year. He did not use pop up messages like Mr Hibbins however, rather transforming his own pre-existing Grindr account, changing his profile description to: ‘let’s have a date on March 19’ to promote a political event about gay issues. Last May, Irish politician Phil Prendergast used Grindr as part of her European

Summary: Penny Sharpe and Alex Greenwich sent messages on the app to voters . Labor's Sharpe is using the app on a trial basis for this election . Mr Greenwich hopes the app can help reach out to the electorate . Greens candidate Sam Hibbins successfully used the app in this way . Mr Hibbins won a seat in Prahran in November’s Victorian state election . Grindr is a smartphone app to facilitate casual sex for gay men .


Gordon Strachan insisted his Scotland players will deal with their tag as huge favourites to over-run Euro minnows Gibraltar. Christophe Berra's 85th minute header edged an uninspiring warm-up against Michael O'Neill's makeshift Northern Ireland at Hampden. The Scots have suffered repeated embarrassment on the big occasions against unfancied nations like Costa Rica and Peru through the years. Scotland manager Gordon Strachan is confident his side can handle being favourites vs Gibraltar on Sunday . Against a Gibraltar side which has shipped 21 goals in four games in their first ever UEFA qualifying campaign, however, Strachan expects last night's 1-0 win to prove valuable. 'I got what I expected from the players,' said the Scotland boss. 'Some played better than others, that happens. I have a system in mind for Sunday. We'll have a look at it now. 'It does bring a pressure when people expect us to win easily - but we go into it feeling good about ourselves. Every game you play, you go into it thinking the other team is going to score, no matter who they are. 'It is a different challenge from Germany - but it's still a challenge.' The Scots threatened to blow Michael O'Neill's inexperienced, makeshift side away in the opening half hour, with Ikechi Anya a threat. Christophe Berra (front) headed in Scotland's only goal in Wednesday's 1-0 friendly win over Northern Ireland . Berra (centre) wheels away in celebration after netting the decisive goal of the match at Hampden Park . Content just to win the game after debutant Matt Ritchie marked the occasion with a corner assist for Berra's third Scotland goal Strachan added: 'Matt got better as the game went on, got more of the ball and was more comfortable, He's tidy in everything he does. That's a big thing in international football, not to give ball away. 'He can be pleased with his debut - it was far better than mine… . 'The first half hour was good for a friendly. We had a good attitude. I was pleased with the number of chances we made and the way we made them. 'Then it kind of lulled in last 15 minutes of the first half into a friendly atmosphere. We kicked on for the first 10 minutes of the second half, then it died again, then we came good in the last 15. 'I'm delighted with the number of chances we made and the number that Northern Ireland didn't make. Strachan was full of praise for Matt Ritchie on his Scotland debut - after his assist for Berra's winning goal . 'They made it hard for us. It's different in this game if you can score early, but we kept plugging away and trying to do the right things. 'There are one or two things I'd like us to do better but I was delighted to win the game and get a clean sheet.' With Celtic's Scott Brown a second half substitute, Strachan handed the captain' s armband to Darren Fletcher, the West Brom midfielder marking the night with a man

Summary: Scotland beat Northern Ireland 1-0 in a friendly on Wednesday night . Scots host Gibraltar in their Euro 2016 Group D qualifier on Sunday . UEFA minnows Gibraltar have shipped 21 goals in four games so far .


When England crashed out of the last global limited-overs tournament there was just the small matter of a dead rubber against the Netherlands to complete what had been a hugely disappointing World Twenty20. Fast forward 10 months and here we are again amid more recriminations over another lost campaign and a final match, this time against Afghanistan, where England have far more to lose than just a meaningless group match. Ashley Giles will not need reminding that a dispirited England lost to Holland in Bangladesh and any hope he had of becoming head coach disappeared along with their chances of making an impact on yet another world stage. England coach Peter Moores and batting coach Mark Ramprakash watch over training on Wednesday . The World Cup flops form a huddle on the Sydney Cricket Ground as they prepare to face Afghanistan . Indications are Peter Moores will keep his job, at least for the Test series in the Caribbean, whatever happens at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday morning but the last thing he needs is another humiliating loss against another of the ‘minnows.’ The fact England turned up early on Wednesday for what used to be known as naughty boy nets and had a full training session said everything about their desperate need to take something, anything, from their worst ever World Cup. England are the laughing stock of world cricket again and there is no body of people who enjoy that scenario more than an Australian nation who cannot believe their luck that the old enemy have gone out of their World Cup so soon. Moores (centre back) looks set to keep his job at least until after the Test series in the West Indies . Victory against an Afghanistan side who have made a remarkable journey from the refugee camps of Pakistan to be here would barely regain any pride for an England team who are still coming to terms with what they have done. But for Moores it would perhaps keep the wolves away from his door for just a short while before he helps put the finishing touches to a squad for the three-Test series in the West Indies next month that will be named on Tuesday. England will be without Moeen Ali and Chris Woakes, two players who can still expect a one-day future, when they face Afghanistan and it is far from certain that both will be able to take their places on the plane to St Kitts on April 2. Moeen strained an abdominal muscle when bowling in the fateful defeat by Bangladesh in Adelaide while Woakes has a ‘stress reaction’ in his third metatarsal of his left foot. Both will be assessed when England get home. Senior England paceman Stuart Broad warms up with a rugby ball on the SCG during their session in the sun . In their absence it is to be hoped England give games to the two players yet to appear in this World Cup in James Tredwell and Ravi Bopara, not least before both could then be making

Summary: England face Afghanistan with more to lose than a World Cup dead rubber . They must avoid another shocking loss to minnows after Dutch T20 defeat . England are reeling while the Afghan's journey to be here is remarkable . Peter Moores looks set to keep job at least until after series in West Indies . England went through full training session in Sydney on Wednesday . Moeen Ali and Chris Woakes will miss Afghanistan match through injury .


An unusual nexus of mining interests, relief work in Haiti, and a former U.S. first family is raising new ethics questions that could affect Hillary Clinton's presidential ambitions. Clinton's brother, Tony Rodham, was a board member of a North Carolina mining company that enjoyed prime access to Haitian gold deposits in the wake of post-earthquake relief work organized in part by former president Bill Clinton through the Clinton Foundation. Another board member of the firm, VCS Mining, was former Haitian Prime Minister Jean-Max Bellerive, who co-chaired the charitable Interim Haiti Recovery Commission with Mr. Clinton. The revelation, smacking of cronyism and back-room government dealing, is part of a forthcoming book by Government Accountability Institute founder Peter Schweizer, whose work exposing the investment 'insider trading' habits of members of Congress caused national outrage in 2011 even though the practice was legal. Scroll down for video . ONE-STOP SHOP: Clinton presided over the grand opening of a Haitian industrial park in October 2012, two months before VCS Mining got a lucrative gold mining permit . 'Clinton Cash: The Untold Story of How and Why Foreign Governments and Businesses Helped Make Bill and Hillary Rich,' his latest book, will go on sale May 5. At the time VCS Mining's 'gold exploitation permit' was awarded, according to a press release from the company, it was one of only two firms to get one. The Haitian government hadn't issued such a permit in more than 50 years. Tony Rodham, brother of former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, sat on the board of a company that landed a gold mining deal in Haiti after Bill and Hillary Clinton directed millions into post-earthquake relief . Breitbart News first reported on the investigative nonfiction book's coming release. The January 2010 Haiti earthquake killed more than 100,000 people and affected more than 3 million. That disaster was followed nine months later by a cholera epidemic of historic proportions. The Clinton Foundation raised at least $36 million to help, according to its website. The Obama administration pledged $3.6 billion. 'Much of the U.S. assistance is provided by the U.S. Agency for International Development,' a department of the State Department that Mrs. Clinton led at the time, according to the department's website. Rodham's company got its gold mining rights in December 2012, according to the VCS press release. Schweizer's publisher, HarperCollins, said in a press release Thursday that it 'reveals how the Clintons went from "dead broke" on leaving the White House to being millionaires, describing in detail the way in which the Clintons habitually blur the lines between politics, philanthropy, and business.' The Clintons' family philanthropy came under fire in February for admitting it had accepted money directly from foreign governments including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Oman. Some of those donations came while Mrs. Clinton was the U.S. secretary of state. Breitbart reported that the terms of Rodham's gold windfall upset members of Haiti's senate: The government's royalties under the deal were pegged at just 2.5 per cent, half the customary rate. And VCS mining has an option

Summary: Book due out in May describes alleged sweetheart deal that netted VCS Mining a gold concession that hadn't been issued to anyone in 50 years . Tony Rodham, Mrs. Clinton's brother, sat on the company's board . Another board member co-chaired a relief effort with former President Bill Clinton following a devastating 2010 earthquake . 'Clinton Cash' is the latest from Peter Schweizer, who turned heads in 2011 with an expose about insider trading by members of Congress .


Zinedine Zidane has revealed he would be keen to manage Real Madrid if he was offered the role by club president Florentino Perez. Zidane has been in charge of Madrid's Castilla side since deciding to focus on his own managerial career following his season-long stint as Carlo Ancelotti's assistant. Ancelotti has come under intense scrutiny in recent weeks following Madrid's recent poor run of form, which has seen them lose three of their last four games. Zinedine Zidane has revealed he would find it hard to reject the opportunity of managing Real Madrid . Zidane worked under Carlo Ancelotti during the course of last season before becoming Castilla boss . And Zidane, speaking to Canal+, has admitted he would be keen on replacing Ancelotti if the Italian was to leave the La Liga giants. 'If the post of Real's coach was proposed to me, I would certainly agree. But there is a coach right now who is doing a very good job. And I'm in a structure and still learning. 'Am I ready for the job? You are never ready, and even if you're not you still say yes. As a player, I didn't forge my career in two years. Things happen gradually. In coaching, it will be the same. 'l've learned a lot from Carlo and he knows what I think of him. He is the perfect coach for Madrid, despite what people say.' Zidane has learned a lot from both Jose Mourinho and Ancelotti since hanging up his boots in 2006 . Zidane insists he is ready to tackle club management after learning a lot from both Ancelotti and former Real boss Jose Mourinho. He added: 'From Mourinho, what I learned is that he never gives up. His handling is surprising, but he is right because he is harsh, yet fair. After a while it can be heavy, but he is fair and does everything for his players. 'For Ancelotti, it's different. He is a 'cool dad' with his players, he's more patient. But he also knows that sometimes you need to be harsh.'

Summary: Zinedine Zidane is keen on becoming Real Madrid's first team manager . Zidane insists Real Madrid have the 'perfect coach' in Carlo Ancelotti . The Frenchman is currently in charge of Real Madrid's Castilla side . The Zidane dynasty: Zinedine has four sons coming through the Real Madrid academy . CLICK HERE for all the latest Real Madrid news .


The man designing Sir Ben Ainslie’s America’s Cup yacht says: ‘To be honest, I know nothing about boats. Boats have never been a passion of mine.’ Nor can he swim. So speaks Adrian Newey, a Picasso with a 4H pencil, who can claim to be the finest motor racing designer of his generation. He is now splitting his time 50-50 between Red Bull’s Formula One programme and their Advanced Technologies project - helping Ainslie’s team for the 2017 Cup and also designing a road car. Red Bull's chief technical officer Adrian Newey believes the car is being let down by it's Renault engine . Newey believes engine suppliers Renault are letting Red Bull down. ‘It’s frustrating that we’ve got an engine which is a long way behind with no obvious light at the end of the tunnel and all sorts of failings,’ he said before Sunday's Australian Grand Prix. ‘We keep trying to offer to get involved. It’s one thing where you’re not competitive but you can see your way out of it. It’s another when you’re not competitive and your partner doesn’t seem to be willing to deal with you.’ Problems persisted into this weekend. Daniel Ricciardo’s car required a new engine - one of four allowed for the 20-round season. He qualified seventh and his team-mate Daniil Kvyat 13th for a race due to start without Manor, the team that is trying to re-form itself from the ashes of Marussia. Mercedes took pole with Lewis Hamilton. Newey, 56, can take his mind off the track with Ainslie’s venture, where he will work with former McLaren colleague Martin Whitmarsh, who was last week named chief executive of the America’s Cup team. Newey (left) looks at Daniil Kvyat's (centre) car during Australian Open practice on Saturday .

Summary: 2015 Formula One season starts with Sunday's Australian Grand Prix . Red Bull's start to the season has been hampered by engine problems . Drivers Daniel Ricciardo qualified seventh and team-mate Daniil Kvyat 13th .


You can search far and wide for the answer to a problem, but sometimes it is right under your nose. When Arsene Wenger sent Francis Coquelin on loan to Charlton in November it looked to be the final nail in the Frenchman's Arsenal career. The Gunners manager admitted as much recently, revealing he was prepared to let the midfielder leave in December. Arsenal midfielder Francis Coquelin (right) controls the ball during his side's win against QPR . The Frenchman wore a protective mask at Loftus Road after fracturing his nose against Everton . Coquelin, pictured challenging Sandro, has become the Gunners' midfield enforcer in recent months . But a spate of injuries in midfield saw Wenger recall Coquelin in December. The 23-year-old hasn't looked back. He's grasped his chance to become a key member of Arsenal's midfield with both hands, despite his reluctance to return to Arsenal from Charlton fearing he'd simply be warming the bench. There's an argument to suggest he's the most vital component in Wenger's plans at the present moment; the central midfield enforcer they've been crying out for in recent years. Just weeks after his Arsenal career looked to be drawing to a close, Coquelin is on the verge of agreeing a new long-term contract to stay at the Emirates Stadium. Wenger would like to say Coquelin's emergence has been pre-planned; a managerial masterstroke that has helped Arsenal turn their stuttering league form around. But that is far from the case. Coquelin played five games on loan at Charlton this season but has returned to be a first team regular . Coquelin's stint in the first team has earned him a new long-term contract with the Gunners . The Frenchman midfielder has propelled himself above compatriot Mathieu Flamini in the pecking order . Following three substitute appearances after his return from the Valley, Coquelin was handed a rare start against West Ham on December 28 in place of the injured Mathieu Flamini. He hasn't looked back. His energetic and mature displays alongside Santi Cazorla in central midfield have been a revelation - none more so than in the win at Manchester City in January. The concern with Coquelin has always been about his physical stature. Can his slender frame handle the rough and tumble of Premier League football? He's answered those questions unequivocally in recent weeks. Having fractured his nose in the recent win over Everton, the midfielder insisted upon playing on - only coming off in injury time after taking another blow to the face. Three days later he was back on the pitch, sporting a protective mask, in the narrow win over Queens Park Rangers at Loftus Road. He's waited so long to prove himself in an Arsenal shirt, Coquelin's won't let a broken nose keep him on the sidelines now. Gunners boss Arsene Wenger admitted that he was willing to let Coquelin leave the club before his return . Wenger is still interested in Southampton's defensive midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin (left) Coquelin, pictured in training, still needs to convince Wenger that he can play for Arsenal

Summary: Arsenal were set to release Francis Coquelin this summer . But he is now on the verge of signing a long-term contract at Arsenal . The Frenchman has impressed since returning from a loan at Charlton . Arsene Wenger remains interested in Southampton's Morgan Schneiderlin . Coquelin must prove he can keep his place at Arsenal for years to come . READ: Schneiderlin denies Arsenal deal but refuses to commit to Saints . CLICK HERE for all the latest Arsenal news .


Sunderland slumped to an embarrassing 4-0 defeat at home to Aston Villa in front of their biggest crowd of the season as disgruntled supporters tried to storm the home dugout. Head coach Gus Poyet insists he will not walk away after the result which leaves the Black Cats one place above the relegation zone. But it was an alarming performance which has raised serious questions over his future and that of Sunderland’s top-flight status. Sportsmail was at the Stadium of Light to witness their sorry display and brings you the merit marks which lay bare their shortcomings… . Gus Poyet can't bear to watch as his Sunderland side are dismantled by Aston Villa at the Stadium of Light . Costel Pantilimon 4 – Left exposed for three of the goals but was outwitted by Agbonlahor for crucial second which changed mood inside stadium. Anthony Reveillere 3.5 – Looked a class act when he first signed, now looks like a 35-year-old veteran struggling with pace of Premier League. Costel Pantilimon was at fault for the crucial second goal, which changed the mood in the ground . Anthony Reveillere, who looked off the pace throughout, is dominated in the air by Christian Benteke . John O’Shea 3 – The usually-dependable skipper was shambolic and will be wishing Republic of Ireland No.2 Roy Keane had not been in the stands. Wes Brown 3 – Another who is looking like age is catching up with him and was helpless to prevent Villa from running riot in the first half. John O'Shea (left) looks defeated as Benteke celebrates Villa's fourth goal before the interval . Wes Brown is shrugged off the ball all too easily by Gabriel Agbonlahor as he began to look his age . Patrick Van Aanholt 3 – Afforded little help by those around him but Villa soon realised the weakness in Sunderland’s side and attacked at will down the left, where Van Aanholt had no answer. Liam Bridcutt 4 – N’Zogbia ran all over him and the holding midfielder offered little resistance to wave after wave of Villa offensives. Ricky Alvarez 3 – No surprise to see him hooked at the break after a typically ineffective first half. Reports that an £8m deal is already agreed for the Inter loanee must be a worry for Sunderland supporters. Seb Larsson 4.5 – He ran about and gave his all but was involved in the bizarre incident at start of the second half where he failed to appear until the 49th minute. It was in keeping with the home side’s disastrous afternoon. The Sunderland defence can only stop and stare as Agbonlahor scores his second goal to make it 3-0 . Ricky Alvarez is set to join the club for £8.5million from Inter - he was ineffective again in the first half . Jack Rodwell 5 – It was arguably his best display in red and white, but there hasn’t been much to choose from. He at least got on the ball, although did little with it. Steven Fletcher 3 – Asked to man the

Summary: Sunderland lost 4-0 to Aston Villa, conceding four first half goals . Gus Poyet attracted the ire of the home fans, but refuses to resign . Both centre backs were awful, but manager must be held responsible .


A portrait of a rare Amur tiger family captured on film in the wild has provided clues that the notoriously solitary male big cats may play a role in rearing cubs. Scientists have long believed that the large adult males tend to leave females to raise their young and they are known to even attack and kill cubs when they come across them. However, in an astonishing new set of images captured by a camera trap in the Sikhote-Alin Biosphere Reserve in eastern Russia, a large male Amur tiger is seen leading a family of three cubs and their mother through the snowy forest. Scroll down for video of the tiger family passing the camera trap . The above photograph, captured with a camera trap, shows a family of three Amur tiger cubs and a female being led through a snowy forest by a large male in the Sikhote-Alin Biosphere Reserve in east Russia. It was created by stitching together several images . The images could help scientists learn new details of the role male tigers play in rearing their young. Dr Svetlana Soutyrina, deputy director for scientific programs at the Sikhote-Alin Biosphere Reserve who set the camera traps, said: 'We have collected hundreds of photos of tigers over the years, but this is the first time we have recorded a family together. Also known as the Siberian tiger, the Amur tiger is one of the most endangered big cats on the planet. They are a subspecies of tiger, that along with the Bengal tiger, are the biggest cats in the world. The largest male measured more than 3.5 metres (11 feet) in length and can weigh up to 318kg (701lbs). Their range once extended right across Siberia and down into China and South Korea. However, heavy poaching and loss of their natural range due to habitat loss has caused their populations to plummet. There are now just 500 left living in the wild. 'These images confirm that male Amur tigers do participate in family life, at least occasionally, and we were lucky enough to capture one such moment.' There have been a few rare examples of male Bengal tigers taking an active role in parenting in the past but it has never been seen in Amur tigers. In 2011 a male was found to be caring for a pair of orphaned cubs in the Ranthambore tiger reserve in Rajasthan, India. However, such behaviour is extremely rare and more commonly male tigers will kill the cubs of another male to reduce competition. After mating male tigers tend to leave a female to rear the cubs herself but will provide protection for them while they remain inside his territory. Large males will often have several females in their territory. In some rare cases they have also been seen to kill prey to feed his family. The pictures were captured as part of a project between the Wildlife Conservation Society's Russia Program, the Sikhote-Alin Biosphere Reserve and Udegeiskaya Legenda National Park. Camera traps set up in the forest captured the family in a series

Summary: Extraordinary picture shows male leading female and cubs through Sikhote-Alin Biosphere Reserve in east Russia . Large adult male tigers usually have several mates within their territory and leave females to raise their cubs alone . Males are usually highly aggressive and can pose a threat to small cubs - killing those belonging to rival males . Amur tigers, also known as Siberian tigers, are critically endangered with less than 500 thought to be left in the wild . The new picture suggests that male tigers may play a far greater role in rearing cubs than was previously believed .


Alexis Sanchez was back on familiar ground on Friday as the Chile national team trained at the Arsenal's London Colney base ahead of their match against Brazil at the Emirates on Sunday. The 26-year-old was joined by his international team-mates as they were put through their paces in preparation for the all South American clash in north London. The former Barcelona player appeared in high spirits as he was pictured waving - possibly to one of his Arsenal team-mates not involved in the international break - during the session on Friday. Alexis Sanchez was back at Arsenal on Friday training with the Chile team ahead of friendly at the Emirates . Sanchez carries the ball forward ahead of the glamour clash against fellow South Americans Brazil . Sanchez was a second-half substitute for Chile as they were beaten 2-0 by Iran on Thursday . The Arsenal forward takes a break from the session on Friday with QPR defender Mauricio Isla . Sanchez and Juventus midfielder Arturo Vidal train side by side at Arsenal's base in Hertfordshire . Sanchez came off the bench at half-time but could do nothing to stop Chile suffering a surprise 2-0 defeat by Iran, who are managed by former Manchester United assistant Carlos Queiroz, in a friendly in Austria on Thursday night. Goals either side of the break by Javad Nekounam and Vahid Amiri secured an impressive victory for Iran as Chile failed to win for the third time in their last five games. Sanchez will be hoping his side can bounce back against their Latin American opponents in the glamour friendly on his home turf. The Chile squad prepared for the clash against Brazil with a training session on Friday . Former Cardiff midfielder Gary Medel warms up with Juventus midfielder Arturo Vidal . Barcelona goalkeeper Claudio Bravo worls on his footwork during the session at London Colney . Brazil go into the game on a high after they beat France 3-1 at the Stade de France courtesy of strikes from Oscar, Neymar Jnr and Luis Gustavo. The Selecao got the better of Chile the last time the two sides met in the last 16 of the World Cup. Sanchez was on target as the game ended 1-1 before Brazil eventually won on penalties.

Summary: Chile take on Brazil in an international friendly at the Emirates on Sunday . Alexis Sanchez trained with Chile squad at Arsenal's London Colney base . Chile suffered a surprise 2-0 defeat by Iran in a friendly on Thursday night . Meanwhile Brazil beat France 3-1 as they made it seven wins in a row .


Allowing council tenants to buy their homes was one of the ‘greatest Conservative ideas of the last century’, David Cameron said last night. The Prime Minister pledged to ‘keep backing’ Margaret Thatcher’s flagship Right To Buy policy, and said its critics were hypocrites because they were usually homeowners themselves. His comments follow speculation that the Tories want to extend the policy, perhaps by including 2.5million housing association tenants. Harsh words: David Cameron has pledged to ‘keep backing’ the Right To Buy policy, and said its critics were hypocrites because they were usually homeowners themselves . Work and Pensions Secretary Iain Duncan Smith also wants to reward social housing tenants who hold down a job for a year or more with an automatic stake in their properties. In a pre-election rally in Essex, Mr Cameron said that only his party could be trusted to safeguard the green belt because he is a ‘country man’. And he claimed that a Labour government would result in higher borrowing costs; pushing up mortgage cost for families by an extra £1,000 a year. Last night a poll found that the Conservatives have taken the lead over Labour – and that voters believe Britain would be burdened with more debt if Ed Miliband wins office. Polling from Lord Ashcroft, a former Tory Party deputy chairman, found that the Conservatives had opened up a two-point lead over Labour. In a pre-election rally in Essex, Mr Cameron said that only his party could be trusted to safeguard the green belt because he is a ‘country man’ It also found three times as many people believe a Labour government will result in more borrowing and debt than if Mr Cameron remained in office. Speaking at a property firm in Colchester yesterday, the Prime Minister said: ‘We will give more people the chance to own their home by backing the Right to Buy, and more security for those who rent. ‘Right to Buy is one of the greatest Conservative ideas of the last century – because it’s about pure, undiluted aspiration. ‘As Conservatives we don’t believe that people’s circumstances need to be stuck in one place forever. If you’re out of work – you don’t have to stay out of work. ‘If you’re in poverty – you don’t have to stay in poverty. If you had a difficult start in life – you don’t have to repeat the same patterns you were born into. All these things can be overcome with the right opportunities. ‘And that is what Right to Buy is about – people’s hard work taking them from being tenants in their home to owners of their home.’ He added that critics of Right to Buy were invariably homeowners themselves. ‘Whatever some social commentators say, people do have a deep desire to own a place of their own,’ he said. ‘And it’s interesting – often the people who criticise Right to Buy, who think it’s unnecessary, are speaking from the comfort and security of a home that they own. Rally: David Cameron applauds a speaker as he prepares to deliver

Summary: David Cameron pledged to ‘keep backing’ Right To Buy policy . Called critics hypocrites as they're usually homeowners themselves . PM's speech follow speculation that Tories want to extend the policy .


Most of us welcome the beginning of summer, with its brighter weather and longer days. But for one teenager, it spells the beginning of virtual hibernation - for fear of agonising pain. Autumn Everitt-Brick, from Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, suffers an extremely rare reaction to UV light and heat. Exposure causes immediate reddening and blistering to her skin, leaving her confined to her home for fear of a painful attack. Autumn Everitt-Brick suffers a extremely rare reaction to UV light and heat. Exposure causes immediate reddening and blistering to her skin . She has since been diagnosed with multiple allergies and conditions including Solar Dermatitis, Vasodilation Disorder and Chronic Actinic Dermatitis . The 18-year-old said: 'Being allergic to the sun and heat has meant I can't lead a normal life like any other teenager. 'Instead I've become nocturnal to escape the sun. 'People often think I'm lying, but it's absolutely devastating. 'All I want to do is simple things in life like walk to the shops or learn how to drive.' While she had always suffered from skin problems, Autumn's condition began to cause severe complications when she was 13 - and suffered a severe reaction to the sun. 'I'd only been out there for ten minutes but my shoulders burnt so badly that my dad compared me to a human candle,' she recalled. 'It was as though my skin was melting and I was inconsolable - the pain was horrendous. 'That's when I think we all knew that something was really wrong as no-one burns like that, it wasn't normal.' Autumn went to see various doctors and dermatologists before undergoing dozens of tests - including one to see if she was allergic to the family's pets. She has since been diagnosed with multiple allergies and conditions including Solar Dermatitis, Vasodilation Disorder and Chronic Actinic Dermatitis. She said: 'All of the different allergies and conditions combined are crippling and make life extremely difficult. 'Even when I go to the hospital or doctors I go beetroot red, because the lights in the waiting rooms are so fluorescent.' Indeed, any UV light or temperature change can cause her skin to dry, crack and come out in hives and lesions which are extremely painful. Autumn's condition has left her confined to home for fear of a painful attack; she can't even attend school . While she had always suffered from skin problems, Autumn's condition began to cause severe complications when she was 13 - and suffered a severe reaction to the sun . After 10 minutes in the sun as a young teenager, she suffered a severe reaction. 'It was as though my skin was melting and I was inconsolable - the pain was horrendous,' she said . She added: 'It took a long time for me to be diagnosed and I had to wait over six months to see a leading specialist. 'In this time I was prescribed steroid tablets but disastrously they made me put on six stone in a really short space of time. 'I was unrecognisable and developed two near fatal

Summary: Everitt-Brick, 18, suffers an extremely rare reaction to UV light and heat . Exposure causes immediate reddening and blistering to her skin . And means she is confined to her home for fear of a painful attack . Teenager has to be home schooled and has become 'nocturnal'


Glenn Maxwell scored the second-fastest century in World Cup history as Australia secured their place in the quarter-finals with an exciting 64-run win over Sri Lanka. Maxwell brought up his maiden one-day international hundred off 51 balls, one more than Kevin O'Brien took during Ireland's famous win over England four years ago, as Australia ran up a daunting 376 for nine batting first in Sydney. Maxwell struck 10 fours and four sixes in his 102 while Steve Smith (72), captain Michael Clarke (68) and Shane Watson (67) were also among the runs as the tournament co-hosts made hay after winning the toss at the SCG. Glenn Maxwell celebrates his century during the Cricket World Cup match between Australia and Sri Lanka . Brad Haddin keeps wicket during the match between Australia and Sri Lanka at Sydney Cricket Ground . Xavier Doherty takes a catch in the outfield during the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup match in Sydney, Australia . However, Sri Lanka refused to go down without a fight and, despite losing Lahiru Thirimanne in the second over, they remained well in contention as the indefatigable Kumar Sangakkara became the first player to notch three consecutive centuries at a World Cup. The 37-year-old Sangakkara, who is retiring from ODI cricket after the tournament, scored 104 off 107 balls to follow up his tons against England and Bangladesh. Tillakaratne Dilshan, who hit Mitchell Johnson for six successive fours in the same over during his 62, and Dinesh Chandimal also clubbed quickfire half-centuries as Sri Lanka sought what would have been the third highest successful run chase in ODI history. Angelo Mathews of Sri Lanka bats during the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup match at Sydney Cricket Ground . Shane Watson celebrates taking the wicket of Angelo Mathews during the match between against Sri Lanka . Maxwell gestures to the crowd during the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup match against Sri Lanka . Australian teammates congratulate Watson after he got a wicket during the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup match . With nine overs to go they were actually ahead of Australia's score at the same stage having reached 280 for four, but they immediately saw Chandimal retire hurt and that signalled the end of their challenge. Chandimal had blazed 52 off just 24 balls but he was struggling with a what looked to be a hamstring injury and was unable to continue. Once he departed, Sri Lanka subsided to 312 for nine and - with Chandimal not reappearing - Australia were able to celebrate their third victory in Group A and a place in the last eight. Mahela Jayawardene of Sri Lanka is run out by Michael Clarke of Australia at Sydney Cricket Ground . Dinesh Chandimal bats during the match between Australia and Sri Lanka at Sydney Cricket Ground . Australia captain Michael Clarke misses a catch from Tillakaratne Dilshan during the match . Earlier it was man of the match Maxwell who provided the fireworks as Australia ran up another mammoth total at this year's tournament. He had a life on

Summary: Australia secured their place in the quarter-finals with a 64-run win . Glenn Maxwell starred as the hosts saw off Sri Lanka in Sydney . Maxwell scored the second-fastest century in World Cup history . Sri Lanka chased hard, but their valiant run chase fell short .


Bali Nine ringleader Myuran Sukumaran has spoken candidly from inside Kerobokan prison of the good he believes he could do if he was ever released from jail. New footage has emerged of Sukumaran, shot as a part of a documentary in May last year, of Sukumaran discussing his hopes for the future before his bid for clemency was rejected. 'I think I can do a lot of good on the outside if I ever got free. It's not like I'm just going to go back after all this and just sit and be somewhere,' reported 9news. 'I would want to do stuff like work and make good stuff and help people,' he told Norwegian educator Ivar Schou, who met the Australian while running rehabilitation programs inside the prison. New footage has emerged of Sukumaran, shot as a part of a documentary in May last year, of Sukumaran discussing his hopes for the future before his bid for clemency was rejected . Sukumaran, who now faces the death penalty along with fellow inmate Andrew Chan, said that he believed he had done wrong but that he felt his punishment was too harsh. 'I accept what I did was wrong and I think I should be punished for it,' he said. 'But I do think the death penalty is too excessive.' Sukumaran was convicted in 2005 after attempting to smuggle 8.3kg of heroin from Bali to Australia. He has called Kerobokan prison in Bali his home for the past ten years, along with Chan. Sukumaran describes the immense change that he has seen in his life over the past ten years, most notably when he and other inmates were allowed to start education. '(Life’s) changed a lot. The first five years I didn’t do much with my life. It was pretty much spent inside the prison. I pretty much woke up every morning, I did some sport, I ate, I waited (until) lockdown. I woke up the next day and repeated again,' news.com.au reported him as saying. 'Then occasionally I’d have somebody visit me. I pretty much did that for five years,' Sukumaran says. 'In 2009 they finally gave us permission to start working and doing some projects. Slowly slowly it helped me with my life. It kept me busy. It helped me be productive. I started learning and I was able to help other people learning.' Norwegian educator Ivar Schou, who met the Australian while running rehabilitation programs inside the prison . 'I accept what I did was wrong and I think I should be punished for it,' Sukumaran said . The Australian said that in the past ten years, the only thing that has consistently brought him joy has been helping others, and that being productive was his only real choice in order to avoid being 'destructive'. The release of the very candid interview comes as a painting of the Indonesian President Joko Widodo was revealed, inscribed with the message 'People Can Change'. Sukumaran painted the oil on canvas portrait of Mr Widodo in January after hearing that his bid for clemency

Summary: Footage has been released from a documentary filmed inside Kerobokan . Sukumaran speaks of his desire to continue helping others if he was freed . He admits he has done wrong but believes his punishment is too harsh . The footage was filmed in May 2014, before his clemency bid was denied . Julie Bishop agreed with Sukumaran's comment during ABC's Q&A . She said that she would not give up hope for the release of the Bali Nine .


A young wildlife photographer with Down's Syndrome has captured a series of stunning images of the natural world thanks to his unique view of the world. Oliver Hellowell's incredible photographs have already earned him an abundance of fans around the world, with his Facebook page gaining more than 53,000 'likes.' The 18-year-old's mother Wendy O'Carroll believes it is her son's condition that allows him to see the beauty in the world that the ordinary eye might miss. Love birds: A pair of mute swans at Abbotsbury Swannery, in Dorset, are captured by photographer Oliver Hellowell who was Down's Syndrome . Young snapper Oliver, from Somerset captured these stunning images, including this one of the incredibly still Loch Lairig in Eala Perthshire . Wendy, who lives with Oliver in Somerset, explained it was her son's attention to detail which helped to make his photography so striking. She said: 'I think his success is clearly down to his story, as well as the quality of his images and his 'eye' for a picture. 'He enjoys taking pictures of 'pieces' of things or anything which really catches his eye- a yellow leaf on a dark background, water splashing at the edge of a waterfall, or ripples of water which catch the light. 'He will take pictures of almost anything that catches his eye. The 18-year-old photographer who loves to capture the natural world and particularly enjoys photographing birds such as this Great Grey Owl at ICBP Newent . Oliver's mother believes his condition means that her son sees the world differently from most people and gives a unique insight into capturing the natural world (pictured is River Morrow at Skenfrith Castle, Abergavenny, Wales) Just over a year ago, mother Wendy O'Carroll (right) set up a Facebook page for the 18-year-old Oliver's photography which has been gaining in popularity . Oliver, pictured snapping a new set of shots with his camera, hopes that photography - particularly of birds - can become his full-time profession . 'What he finds and sees as interesting or beautiful, is so frequently something which others may not, or which most of us walk straight past without even noticing.' The youngster, who is well on his way to becoming a professional photographer, is now in the process of signing a book deal to showcase his images. Wendy said her son particularly enjoyed taking photos of wild, country landscapes and has a particular affinity with birds which allows him to capture some incredible shots. 'He loves birds for example and will sit in a hide for periods of time to catch some good bird shots, and enjoys going to places like the ICBP in Newent where he can get close to the birds of prey and get some excellent close-up shots,' said his mother. His passion also allows him freedom as his Wendy claimed that his condition meant that all through his life he has been restricted far more than ordinary children and young people. Blue or gold? The teenager is well on his way to fulfilling his dream of becoming a fully

Summary: Oliver Hellowell's incredible photographs of nature have already earned him an abundance of fans around the world . The 18-year-old's mother Wendy O'Carroll believes his Down's Syndrome allows him to see beauty others may miss . The youngster - who wants to be a professional photographer - is currently signing a book deal to show his images .


Despite insisting that her full lips are natural, Kylie Jenner has sparked a huge craze for lip fillers and young women across the globe are attempting to recreate her look. Last week, a swimwear model told how a DIY lip job ended in disaster when she tried to emulate the super pout of reality star Kylie Jenner by sucking into a hairspray lid. And now, a pair of sisters have found themselves in a similar situation after they sucked into a bottle in an attempt to achieve the look. Scroll down for video . Two sisters, including Birgitta Ás, pictured, were left with swollen and blue lips after sucking into a bottle to try and give themselves a fuller pout. They posted pictures of the results on Facebook to warn other girls against trying the beauty trick . Yrja Ás Baldvinsdottir, 18, and her sister, Birgitta Ás, from the Icelandic capital Reykjavik, were left with swollen and blue bruised lips after testing the trick at home. Writing on Facebook, Yrja As said: 'I wanted to warn people against do-it-yourself lip expansion, but was really surprised and shocked that it ended up being something that loads of people were copying.' Speaking about the method, which involves sucking into the lid of a bottle, she said: 'I just wanted to try it and see what they would look like, I've never done it before, and I won't be doing it again. It was very, very painful. My lips turned blue. 'But after we put our photo on the popular BeautyTips Facebook page we've seen a number of girls copying us.' Yrja Ás Baldvinsdottir, left, and her sister wrote on a Facebook group to warn others against trying the trend for sucking into a bottle . Cosmetic surgeon Pordiis Kjartansdottir said she had never heard of the DIY method before, but warned against it. 'I can definitely say that this would be dangerous even just to try it, and especially if somebody does it more than once,' she said. 'The lips turned blue because blood fills up and they could easily become infected and lose all sensation. It is a really dangerous stunt and I'd advise strongly against anybody trying it.' Despite insisting that her full lips are natural, Kylie Jenner has sparked a huge craze for lip fillers and young women across the globe are attempting to recreate her look .

Summary: Yrja Ás Baldvinsdottir and her sister, Birgitta Ás, wanted fuller lips . Left with swollen blue lips, which they posted on Facebook as a warning . Surgeons say it's a dangerous stunt that should be avoided .


An anguished daughter has begged her father to reveal where he hid her murdered mother's body, three decades after he carried out the horrific crime. After 30 years of silence, 71-year-old Russell Causley has finally opened up about the murder of Veronica Packman, who disappeared from her family home in Bournemouth in June 1985. For 11 years, Causley had concocted a false story about his wife's whereabouts. But, after being investigated by police for a separate insurance scam, Causley was convicted of her murder in 1996, despite Ms Packman's body never being found. A daughter is urging her father Russell Causley, 71 (left) to reveal where he has hidden the body of her murdered mother Veronica Packman (right) Now Samantha Gillingham, 46, is begging for her depraved father to reveal the whereabouts of her mother's body, as the 30th anniversary of her disappearance approaches. The former aircraft engineer had suggested meeting with the family so he could finally reveal what had happened - but he cancelled the confrontation, just days before it was due to go ahead. Mrs Gillingham said: 'It is my father who approached us to speak, we responded to listen to what he has to say, only for him to cancel four days before. 'I am asking for help; I need to ask once again if there is anything that someone knows, who has not previously come forward for whatever reason - please rethink on your silence.' Ms Packman, 40, and Causley - both wealthy, middle-class aircraft engineers - had been having several marital problems when she went missing. Mrs Gillingham, then 16, later discovered a scrawled note from her mother saying she had left and wanted no further contact with the family. It came 12 months after Causley had moved his mistress Patricia - a colleague - into the family;s Ipswich Road home, under the pretence that she needed somewhere to stay. Following Ms Packman's disappearance, Causley changed his name by deed poll from Packman to Causley, the surname of his lover. Samantha Gillingham (left), who was 16 when her mother (right) disappeared, said she needs to know where her mother's body is so she can gain closure on the horrific incident . The family lived a respectable, middle-class life in Bournemouth, Dorset, until Causley (centre) moved his mistress Patricia into the family home, 12 months before Ms Packman (left) disappeared . He then created a cover story about Ms Packman's disappearance, to convince friends and family she was still alive. Mrs Gillingham believed her mother had abandoned the family. But 11 years later, Causley was jailed for two years after he tried to fake his own death in a boating accident in a million-pound insurance scam. Ms Causley was also handed a 12-month suspended sentence for conspiring to defraud. But, more importantly, the investigation led detectives to reopen the case into Ms Packman's disappearance. Causley was then charged with her murder before being convicted in 1996 at Winchester Crown Court. It was one of the first UK cases where a murder conviction was secured without a body

Summary: Veronica Packman, 40, went missing from her Bournemouth home in 1985 . Russell Causley, 71, concocted fake story of her whereabouts for 11 years . He was jailed in 1996 for her murder, despite her body never being found . Causley last year admitted killing Packman but has never told full story . Samantha Gillingham, 46, appealing for his help as 30th anniversary nears .


Need some help and inspiration deciding who to back at Cheltenham? Sportsmail's Peter Scudamore and Marcus Townend reveal their favourites while Sky Sports News HQ presenter Alex Hammond and other celebrities have also shared their tips for the Festival. PETER SCUDAMORE . Eight-time champion jockey and rider of 13 Festival winners . DOUVAN . (Supreme Novices’ Hurdle, 1.30) Rated one of the best horses Irish trainer Willie Mullins has brought to the meeting, which is saying something. Having beaten some very decent opposition without coming off the bridle, it is impossible to truly measure his merit but the vibes are strong and he should be able to successfully start what could be an amazing afternoon for Mullins and his stable jockey Ruby Walsh. L’Ami Serge looks best of the British but that might not be good enough. BEST ODDS: 13-8 . Douvan, pictured at the gallops, is rated one of the best horses Willie Mullins has brought to the meeting . UN DE SCEAUX . (Arkle Challenge Trophy Chase, 2.05) Another Mullins-trained hot-pot. Fell when clear on his steeplechasing debut but has since pulverised some good performers including Tuesday’s rival Clarcam by 15 lengths in January. Some fear his temperament might get the better of him given the atmosphere but he was far more tractable for Walsh on that last run. BEST ODDS: 8-13 . THE NEW ONE . (Champion Hurdle, 3.20) My pick to derail the Mullins bandwagon by beating hot favourite Faugheen and his two-time champion stablemate Hurricane Fly. Some say the gelding trained by Nigel Twiston-Davies and ridden by his son Sam wasn’t as unlucky as he looked last year when almost brought down at the third hurdle and his failure to keep up on the run to the home turn was crucial. But that ignores how significant a loss of momentum and rhythm can be in a top-quality race. BEST ODDS: 7-2 . ANNIE POWER . (OLBG mares’ hurdle, 4.00) Mullins has won this race with Quevega for the last six years and this mare, whose only career defeat came in last year’s World Hurdle, could be even better. Kept off the track all season by injury but only needs to be near her best to beat a field of inferior rivals. BEST ODDS: 8-13 . The New One is Peter Scudamore's tip to beat favourite Faugheen and Hurricane Fly . MARCUS TOWNEND . SEEDLING . (Supreme Novices’ Hurdle, 1.30) Fair form last season but really flourished this term winning all three races. That includes giving weight and a length-and-a-half beating to Tuesday’s rival Some Plan at Cheltenham in December. The run looks even better when you factor in his bad jumping error at the fourth flight. Trainer Warren Greatrex has his string back in good form after quiet spell. BEST ODDS: 20-1 . SGT RECKLESS . (Arkle Challenge Trophy, 2.05) Lacks experience, racing over fences only once when winning at Uttoxeter in October having been kept away from the worst of the winter ground. Winning a Flat race on the all-weather is unconventional preparation but Mick Channon’s

Summary: Peter Scudamore is backing Douvan for the Supreme Novices' Hurdle . Marcus Townend has tipped Sgt Reckless for Arkle Challenge Trophy . Sky Sports News HQ presenter Alex Hammond fancies The New One .


A bizarre headed goal from Zlatan Ibrahimovic put Sweden on the road to a 2-0 victory over Moldova in their Euro 2016 Group G qualifier in Chisinau on Friday, with the striker also netting a late penalty. Sweden's captain gave his side the lead immediately after half-time when Moldova goalkeeper Ilie Cebanu's attempt to deal with a back pass failed to clear the frontman. Ibrahimovic reacted with lightning reflexes to head the ball into an empty net from the edge of the penalty area to notch his 52nd goal in 102 international appearances. Zlatan Ibrahimovic closes down the Moldovan goalkeeper as he looks to clear the ball from danger . The Moldovan goalkeeper is left red-faced as his clearance only reaches as far as Ibrahimovic's forehead . The Sweden striker reacts quickly to head the ball in to the empty Moldovan net following the poor clearance . The Moldovan goalkeeper can only look on in disbelief as he is made to pay for his error . Ibrahimovic has an effort on goal as Sweden look to see off minnows Moldova during their match . PSG ace Ibrahimovic looks to hold off Moldova's Victor Golovatenco during the game at Zimbru Stadium . Bottom of the group on a single point, Moldova chose to defend deep for most of the game and created little, their occasional forays forward on the counter-attack failing to trouble the Swedish rearguard. Ibrahimovic almost doubled his tally in the 75th minute, but his thunderous free kick found Cebanu in a less generous mood and he swatted the ball away to safety. Ibrahimovic vies for the ball with Moldova's defender Igor Armas during the Euro 2016 qualifying match . Sebastian Larsson of Sweden fights for the ball with Vadim Bolohan of Moldova at the Zimbru Stadium . Cebanu continued to redeem himself, performing a smart double-save to deny Sweden substitutes Marcus Berg and Emil Forsberg in the 81st minute. But there was little he could do in the 84th minute when winger Forsberg was upended and Ibrahimovic smashed home the resulting penalty to secure the win for Sweden. With group leaders Austria winning 5-0 away to Liechtenstein, the result means the Swedes stay in second place on nine points, four behind the Austrians.

Summary: Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored twice as Sweden eased past minnows Moldova . Swedish striker took advantage of goalkeeping error as he headed opener . Ibrahimovic doubled Sweden's lead from the penalty spot on 84 minutes . Sweden's Andres Granqvist saw red in second-half injury time .


Cane toads are one of Australia's most invasive pests, and pose a huge threat to native species. But now they could be turned into a successful commodity. Their venom could be effective in fighting cancer, researchers have discovered, and the potency of Australian cane toad's venom is stronger than those in China. This means that potentially millions of toads could be shipped to China, so they could have their venom extracted and turned into medicine, to be sold on the multi-billion dollar traditional medicine market. Millions of Australian cane toads could be shipped to China so their potent venom can be used in cancer medicine . Harendra Parekh, from the University of Queensland's pharmacy department where the research took place, said this discovery could lead to a 'potentially a very lucrative export market'. 'People are killing cane toads by the millions for free, but it’s potentially a very lucrative export market for Australia with the Chinese being extremely interested in naturally derived health products,' Dr Parekh said in an article published by the UOQ. He added that the Australian cane toad has close similarities to the Asiatic species, 'whose venom has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years.' The venom would likely be mixed with herbs and sold in tablet form (file photo) Cane toads are a pest in Australia, which were introduced in Queensland in 1935 to control cane beetles . 'We already have several companies interested, as the Chinese value Australian toads because of the environment they enjoy here,' Dr Parekh said. The researcher spoke to the Guardian Australia about how the cane toad's venom could be used as a medicine, and said it would most likely appear in a tablet form. 'We could process the venom for medicine, ideally in a tablet because it tastes absolutely awful if you drink it,' Dr Parekh said. New research shows that the pests could be turned into a huge economic commodity . 'Look at lamb, beef and chicken – these Australian products are seen as premium goods in China. Cane toads would be no different. They’d be premium cane toads.' The can toads would be squeezed for their potent venom which would then be mixed with herbs and turned into medicine. The venom extraction can be done while the toads are alive. Cane toads were first introduced to Queensland in 1935, in an attempt to control cane beetles. However, like rabbits, they quickly multiplied are were deemed a pest. They have since spread to New South Wales, West Australia and the Northern Territory.

Summary: Cane toad venom could be used in medicines to battle cancer . Millions of toads could be exported to China for use in traditional remedies . Australian cane toads are healthier than those found in Asia . Venom has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years .


This Argentinian naked chef is giving Jamie Oliver a run for his money with her saucy take on cooking that usually involves her covering up her assets with items of food. The 24-year-old cook, known as Jenn to her fans, offers very simple recipes compared to the creations of Jamie Oliver, but nevertheless she has managed to build up a huge fan base with a series of YouTube videos offering 'quick and simple recipes'. She said: 'I had a male friend who only ever wanted to eat fast food, and it's a problem many men have. But I want to show them that cooking is fun and to encourage more men to get involved in learning about recipes and preparation of food. Scroll down for video . This Argentinian naked chef is giving Jamie Oliver a run for his money with her saucy take on cooking that usually involves her covering up her assets with items of food . Naked ambition: Jenn wants to show men that cooking healthy meals can be fun . The 24-year-old cook shows her fans how to make 'quick and simple recipes' Fruity: Although it is a topless show Jenn makes sure that the food covers her assets in order not to break YouTube rules on nudity . 'I recorded the first one at a friend's house because there was a good kitchen there and plenty of food, and it was really good fun.' The 24-year-old is from San Isidro in the east Argentine province of Buenos Aires, and her channel A Fuego Maximo - Maximum Fire - includes recipes such as how to make sausages wrapped in empanadas and slices of cheddar cheese. Although it is a topless show Jenn makes sure that the food covers her assets in order not to break YouTube rules on nudity. Whipping up a treat: Jenn said that getting the camera angles right so that YouTube's nudity laws aren't broken is quite time consuming . Jenn's viewing figures have made her consider a career as a presenter . A-peeling: Jenn has built up a huge YouTube following . The programmer, who has an interest in amateur theatre, is now seriously considering a career as a presenter after building up a huge fan base. And although the recipes usually work first time, the only difficulty she ever has is in the camera angles. She says: 'Sometimes we have to make sure we film the same scene a dozen times just to make sure everything is properly covered by food so that we don't breach YouTube rules on nudity. But I don't care, it's really good fun making the videos and am really glad that they've gone down so well.' Jamie Oliver's show was called 'The Naked Chef' - but his clothes also remained in place .

Summary: Chef Jenn has become a YouTube hit with her revealing cooking shows . The Argentinian strips off - then shows her fans how to create meals . She said she just wants to show men who to cook healthy dishes .


As a public display of dissension in the ranks, it couldn't have been clearer. Foreign Minister Julie Bishop shook her head, rolled her eyes and finished off with a face palm as Treasurer Joe Hockey gave a bellicose defence of the late Malcolm Fraser's 'great initiative', the Expenditure Review Committee, otherwise known as the expenditure razor gang. He homed in on the former prime minister's initiative of the ERC, much to the disgust of his front-bench colleague and the mirth of others, including Education Minister Christopher Pyne. 'And of course he was the great initiator of, and we will be forever thankful, the expenditure review committee and that committee has endured much to the chagrin of my colleagues and it is one of his many last legacies,' Mr Hockey announced. But there was no hiding the Foreign Minister's disbelief. Scroll down for video . Can't quite believe what she is hearing. Foreign Minister Julie Bishop puts her head in her hand as Joe Hockey trumpets Malcolm Fraser's razor gang initiative during a speech in parliament on Monday . Julie Bishop rolled the eyes, puffed the cheeks, threw her head back and then shook her head ... she then muttered something before putting her head in her hand, shaking her head once more and raised the eyebrows . Ms Bishop has a look of disbelief on her face as Mr Hockey continues to address Parliament . The Foreign Minister rolls her eyes as Joe Hockey announces 'and of course he (Malcolm Fraser) was the great initiator of, and we will be forever thankful, the expenditure review committee' Julie Bishop (left) and Joe Hockey (standing) are believed to be at loggerheads once more over claims that the Treasurer has proposed cuts to foreign aid in the May budget . In just 13 seconds, Ms Bishop rolled her eyes, puffed out her cheeks, threw her head back and then shook her head. She then muttered a word before putting her head in her hand, shaking her head once more before finally raising her eyebrows. As she recoiled from Mr Hockey's speech, there was a mixed response from Coalition MPs - some laughed, others looked on incredulously - no doubt reacting to further angst in the ranks over proposed budget cuts. The federal Treasurer was praising Mr Fraser for being the 'great initiator' of what is commonly referred to as the government's razor gang. The cabinet committee is in charge of finding budget cuts across the government and has in the past taken a blade to the foreign aid budget. There are reports Ms Bishop is furious at plans by Mr Hockey to announce further cuts to the foreign aid budget in a bid to balance the books. Ms Bishop earlier said she was not aware of any more cuts and would take the matter up with Mr Hockey. 'I believe we have it about right,' she told reporters in Canberra on Monday. There have also been reports of concerns among some in the Liberal Party that cabinet members have been deliberately leaking against Ms Bishop

Summary: More dissension in Liberal Party ranks as Julie Bishop reacts with disbelief over Joe Hockey's lauding of Malcolm Fraser's razor gang initiative . The Foreign Minister can be clearly seen rolling her eyes, raising her eyebrows and shaking her head during Mr Hockey's speech . The Treasurer used his time on the floor to honour the late PM claiming 'he was the great initiator of the expenditure review committee' There are reports of another rift in the Coalition ranks with apparent plans to cut foreign aid in the May budget .


William Shatner has defended his decision to miss Leonard Nimoy’s funeral on Sunday and attend a charity event in Florida instead. Star Trek legend Nimoy passed away on Friday following a long battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and his funeral was held on Sunday in Los Angeles. Shatner had led tributes to the late actor saying he loved him like a 'brother', but found himself the target of a barrage of abuse over the weekend from Twitter users condemning his decision to skip his friend’s funeral. Scroll down for video . Star Trek legend William Shatner has defended himself for not attending the funeral of late co-star Leonard Nimoy after being criticized for honoring a charity commitment in Florida instead . Speaking to Inside Edition on Monday, Shatner stood by his controversial decision to honor a charity commitment he had made months ago. ‘My understanding is mourn the dead but celebrate life. I chose to celebrate life by going to the Red Cross gathering in Palm Beach, raised a lot of money for the Red Cross,’ he said. ‘In that ceremony, in that time, I asked over a thousand people to remember Leonard Nimoy and Maury Hurley, another wonderful writer and another dear friend of mine who died this week. 'And to take a moment to remember them, but also remember them by doing good deeds. And those good deeds will be remembered long after any other kind of memorial.’ Shatner’s daughters Melanie and Lisabeth attended the funeral in place of their father. Nimoy's widow Susan Bay was surrounded and comforted by friends just hours her husband was laid to rest during an intimate service on Sunday. Shatner has stood by his controversial decision to honor a charity commitment made months ago rather than attend his old friend's funeral. 'Those good deeds will be remembered long after any other kind of memorial,' he said . Embrace: Nimoy's wife Susan Bay was seen outside of the Bouchon Bistro in Beverly Hills following the 83-year-old star's funeral near their home in Bel Air on Sunday . Actress Bay was seen outside of the Bouchon Bistro in Beverly Hills following the 83-year-old star's funeral near their home in Bel Air. The 71-year-old was hugged by a close companion as they remembered her husband of 26 years, who passed away on Friday morning. Nimoy, who played Mr. Spock in the sci-fi franchise for 47 years, was reportedly buried at the Hillside Memorial Cemetery and Mortuary in Los Angeles, surrounded by close family and friends. According to reports the service was restricted to a small number of guests, including the couple's children Adam and Julie, and the star's stepson Aaron Bay Schuck. Afterwards, his family wrote a statement on Facebook saying: 'Thank you for all the love and kind words to Leonard. We lost a wonderful, talented, sweet man, a great father, husband, grandpa, and friend. Tributes: Shatner tweeted tributes to Nimoy (together, left, in 2009) as he attended an event with his wife (right) Elizabeth for the 58th International Red Cross Ball at the Mar-a-Lago

Summary: The Star Trek legend has defended his decision to miss Leonard Nimoy's funeral on Sunday and attend a Red Cross event in Florida instead . Shatner had led tributes to the late actor, but found himself the target of a abuse over the weekend after revealing he wasn't attending . 'My understanding is mourn the dead but celebrate life. I chose to celebrate life by going to the Red Cross gathering in Palm Beach,' he said on Monday . Nimoy was buried on Sunday morning following a long battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease .


There's an old adage - if you want something done right, do it yourself. Well, that was certainly the case for Grays Athletic player-manager Mark Bentley. With his side 2-1 down in the second-half to Hampton and Richmond Borough in the Isthmian League Premier Division, defeat was looking likely. Bentley though, wasn't prepared to just stand back and take one; so, in a bold tactical move, the 37-year-old subbed himself into the game, and minutes later, he scored an equalising goal with a header from a corner. Grays Athletic player-manager Mark Bentley comes on as a sub to score an equalising goal for his side . Bentley's header makes the score 2-2 between Grays Athletic and Hampton and Richmond Borough . As if that wasn't incredible enough, when the Grays goalkeeper was forced off the field with injury and with no replacement available from the bench, Bentley stepped into his position. Amazingly, he managed not to concede, even after his side gave away a clumsy penalty in the 81st minute. Bentley guessed correctly and saved the shot to keep Grays in it at 2-2. The Blues would then go on to score a late winner and Bentley has since become a viral sensation. After an injury to the Grays goalkeeper, Bentley went in goal and had to face an 81st minute penalty . Amazingly, the 37-year-old managed to save the shot and keep the scores level, before Grays nicked a winner .

Summary: Grays Athletic boss Mark Bentley made a very effective substitution . The 37-year-old brought himself on to score an equaliser with Grays 2-1 down . After an injury to the Grays goalkeeper, Bentley then went in goal . He managed to make a superb penalty save to keep the scores at 2-2 . Grays would go on to beat Hampton and Richmond 3-2 .


Divock Origi ended a six-month scoring drought with a hat trick as Lille defeated Rennes 3-0 in the French league on Sunday. Origi, on loan from Liverpool, helped to secure a third consecutive win for Lille, which climbed to eighth in the standings, three points clear of the Brittany side. Despite a bright opening spell, Rennes failed to convert its early chances and was then overrun by the hosts. VIDEO Scroll down to see Origi spurn a previous chance to end his drought . Divock Origi (centre) celebrates after scoring for Lille against Rennes at the Pierre Mauroy stadium . Origi, on loan from Liverpool, returned to form as he scored a hat-trick in Sunday's Ligue 1 clash . Origi put Lille in front in the 38th minute from close range after making the most of a poor clearance from defender Fallou Diagne. He doubled his tally from the spot in the 63rd then latched on to Nolan Roux's cross at the back post 10 minutes later to complete his hat trick. Rennes should have equalized in the 49th when Ola Toivonen netted a clever lob that was incorrectly disallowed for offside. Origi (left) celebrates with team-mate Sofiane Boufal as Lille ran out 3-0 winners against Rennes . Origi (right) is challenged by Renne's French midfielder Fallou Diagne during Sunday's match .

Summary: Lille defeated Rennes 3-0 to move up to eighth in France's Ligue 1 . Belgium international Divock Origi ended his six-moth scoring drought . Origi has been signed by Liverpool but loaned back to French club .


While manager Tony Pulis wound down after a crushing FA Cup quarter-final defeat to soft soul on his favourite radio station, his West Brom team flushed the defeat out of their system with a trip to the go-karting track. Very different approaches but both seemed to have the desired effect of melting away the disappointment. A narrow victory over Stoke may have lacked petrol fuelled highs or many thrills of any description, but it lifted West Brom to 13th in the table, consigning two defeats to local rivals Villa within a week to distant memory. Tony Pulis' West Brom squad went on a go-karting trip after their FA Cup quarter-final defeat . Darren Fletcher (right) said the midweek trip was kept under wraps for fear of sending out the wrong message . 'I let them have a couple of days away from me,' said Pulis about the aftermath of a 2-0 defeat which ended in a pitch invasion and FA probe into seats being thrown by West Brom supporters, 'I was obviously bitterly disappointed myself and I can be a bit snappy at times. So I took myself away from the firing line. 'You either have a passion or you don't and sometimes I get myself in such a state I am best away from people.' Despite Saturday's win — thanks to Brown Ideye's headed goal — taking West Brom 11 points clear of the relegation zone Pulis said his aims were unchanged. 'I still want 40 points,' he said. 'I'm not concerned about what others do, I would be in my grave by now if I sat worrying about every goal that goes in. I listen to Smooth Radio and a bit of music rather than worry about what other people are doing.' West Brom beat Stoke City at the Hawthorns on Saturday thanks to Brown Ideye's headed goal . Darren Fletcher said the midweek go-karting trip was kept under wraps for fear of sending out the wrong message to fans. 'We didn't want to show the world we doing it and we didn't want the fans to see us trying to do stuff like that straight after losing to Villa. We gave ourselves a little lift, it was just for us as the lads. They were down, it was hard to lose two games to Villa, especially the Cup game. I think it worked quite well so maybe we'll go karting again next week.' Fletcher, 31, is enjoying a resurgence at The Hawthorns after joining on a free transfer in January from Manchester United, where his later years were blighted by a struggle with ulcerative colitis. He bossed the midfield against Stoke but claimed he rolled over on the racing track. 'In the interests of team spirit, I let the rest of the lads win,' he joked, 'The top three were Gardner, [Joleon] Lescott and [Saido] Berahino, they were saying the Brummie lads did the business. Gards organised it and he definitely had the fastest car.'

Summary: West Brom had a midweek go-karting session after Aston Villa dumped them out of the FA Cup . Darren Fletcher said it was kept under wraps by the squad . Tony Pulis still wants to reach the magic 40-point mark .


Chelsea striker Diego Costa has returned to the Spain squad for the forthcoming matches against Ukraine and Holland. The Brazil-born forward was omitted from Vicente del Bosque's squad for the November games against Belarus and Germany because of a niggling hamstring problem, but is now back in the fold. His Chelsea team-mate Cesc Fabregas has also returned to the squad, along with Manchester City playmaker David Silva and Barcelona star Andres Iniesta. Chelsea striker Diego Costa has returned to the Spain squad after recovering from a hamstring problem . The forward attempts an overhead kick against Southampton during Chelsea's 1-1 draw last weekend . Costa has been in superb form for the Blues this season, scoring 18 goals in 33 appearances so far . Goalkeepers: Casillas, De Gea, . Defenders: Asenjo; Juanfran, Carvajal, Pique, Bartra, Ramos, Albiol, Alba, Bernat . Midfielders: Suarez, Busquets, San Jose, Silva, Pedro, Fabregas, Cazorla, Iniesta, Koke, Isco . Forwards: Vitolo, Costa, Morata. Del Bosque has also brought in Sevilla winger Vitolo and Villarreal goalkeeper Sergio Asenjo for possible senior debuts in the Euro 2016 qualifier against Ukraine in Seville on March 27 or in the friendly away to Holland on March 31. Del Bosque told the Spanish national team's official Twitter account @sefutbol: 'We have brought Vitolo into our path. We can use him on the left-hand side. Sergio Asenjo is playing well for Villarreal and that has been rewarded.' Valencia forward Paco Alcacer has missed out on this occasion, with Del Bosque judging that he was not 100 per cent fit as he makes his recovery from a knee injury. Costa will be joined in the Spain squad by Chelsea team-mate Cesc Fabregas (pictured here against PSG)

Summary: Diego Costa has made the Spain squad for games against Ukraine and Holland . He was left out of Spain's November fixtures due to a hamstring problem . Chelsea tea-mate Cesc Fabregas is also included in Vicente del Bosque's team .


A group of 47 Republican senators warned Iran's mullahs on Monday that any agreement the Obama administration strikes with the Islamic republic to limit Tehran's nuclear program may be short-lived unless Congress formally approves it. In a rare open letter to Iranian leaders, Arkansas freshman Sen. Tom Cotton and 46 others from the GOP wrote that without congressional approval, 'we will consider any agreement regarding your nuclear-weapons program that is not approved by the Congress as nothing more than an executive agreement between President Obama and Ayatollah Khamenei.' 'The next president could revoke such an executive agreement with the stroke of a pen,' the Republicans wrote, 'and future Congresses could modify the terms of the agreement at any time.' The White House in turn tried to brand Republicans as warmongers and accused them of pursuing a 'partisan strategy to undermine the president' while demanding power that goes against the role the Founding Fathers envisioned the legislative branch playing in foreign affairs. SCROLL DOWN TO READ THE LETTER . Freshman Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas, shown in January at the US Capitol, organized 47 Republican senators to warn Iran that a nuclear agreement could be short-lived unless Congress approves it . The White House in turn tried to brand Republicans as warmongers and accused them of pursuing a 'partisan strategy to undermine the president' while demanding authority that goes against the role the Founding Fathers envisioned the legislative branch playing in foreign affairs . Secretary of State John Kerry (third from left) met with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif (third from right) for a new round of nuclear negotiations last wek while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was in Washington telling Congress that Tehran can't be trusted . 'The rush to war, or at least the to the military option that many Republicans are advocating is not at all in the best interest of the United States,' White House spokesman Josh Earnest said Monday afternoon. Earnest speculated that letter emanated from Senate Republicans' concern that as soon as a deal is signed, the White House would begin pressuring Congress to begin lifting sanctions. The White House would first want to see 'demonstrated compliance' on the part of Iran before that would ever happen, the president's spokesman said. 'The president does not envision substantial sanctions relief for Iran right at the negotiating table.' It will not even be weeks or months before such a conversation would take place, he explained. 'I'm talking about years.' The single-page letter at no point makes reference to sanctions - or war, for that matter. Republicans and Democrats alike have said they would like to see a stricter sanctions regime enforced if Iran does not agree to the United States' terms by the end of the month, and a resolution to that effect is set to come to the floor of the Senate. That legislation would not authorize the president to go to war with Iran, though . Still, Earnest contended that letter signers have no alternative to President Barack Obama's diplomatic strategy other than 'a military option.'

Summary: 'The rush to war, or at least to the military option that many Republicans are advocating is not at all in the best interest of the United States,' White House spokesman Josh Earnest said Monday afternoon . Obama commented that it's 'somewhat ironic' that Republicans want to align themselves with 'hardliners' in Iran. 'It's an unusual coalition' Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton organized 46 other GOP senators to sign on to an open letter to Iran's mullahs . Warned against inking an Iran-US nuclear deal without congressional approval . President Obama's successor 'could revoke such an executive agreement with the stroke of a pen,' the letter read . 'Future Congresses could modify the terms of the agreement at any time' Republicans' judgement 'seems to be clouded by their abhorrence of President Obama,' the Senate's highest ranking Democrat accused .