A lesbian couple have spent £13,000 having Danish semen and fertility treatment shipped to their British home so their child will look like a Viking. Kelly and Anna Cooke, both 34, have chosen to buy sperm from Denmark because they want their child to have blonde hair and blue eyes and because British sperm 'doesn't cut the mustard'. The married couple, from Camberley, Surrey, used Kelly's eggs for the insemination after receiving £300-a-time vials of Danish sperm in the post and later successfully conceived via IVF. Anna and Kelly Cooke (right), from Surrey, have chosen to buy sperm from Denmark because they want their child to have blonde hair and blue eyes just like them and because UK sperm 'doesn't cut the mustard' The married couple used Kelly's eggs for the insemination after receiving £300-a-time vials of Danish sperm in the post. Anna is now pregnant and they are expecting their baby in late July . Anna put herself forward to carry the child so that they both had an input into the pregnancy and, after a heart-breaking miscarriage, she is now five months pregnant. Kelly, a buildings manager, said: 'Danish sperm is the best in the world and such high quality. 'British sperm is more than double the price and just doesn't cut the mustard. 'At least with a Dane we knew our baby would be attractive and blonde like us. 'I suppose he would look a bit like a Viking, but we want our son to look like us.' The pair, who got legally married in February, ordered their Danish semen from Cryos International - the world's largest sperm bank which has a motto of: ‘Congratulations, it’s a Viking’. However, after inseminating Anna with four vials of Danish sperm, she had still not fallen pregnant so they forked out £5,000 for a round of IVF treatment. The couple said they chose to go to Denmark to buy the sperm because they wanted their child to look like them - blonde with blue eyes. Both women are naturally blonde, although Anna dyes her hair dark brown . Anna (left) put herself forward to carry the child so that they both had an input into the pregnancy and, after a heart-breaking miscarriage, she is now five months pregnant. The pair are delighted with the results of IVF . Anna shows of her baby bump (left) while partner Kelly (centre) and a friend look on. Right: The couple pictured on their wedding day last year. They said they are 'so pleased' they finally have a baby on the way . That worked but she miscarried, so they spent another £5,000 on IVF and have so far bought ten vials of Dutch sperm. Anna is due to give birth on July 23 but the couple want to keep the sex of their fair-haired baby secret for the time being. Anna, a chef, who dyes her hair brown, said: 'We are just so pleased that after spending £13,000 we finally have a little one on the way. 'It doesn't matter that we have rinsed our

Summary: Kelly and Anna Cooke have bought sperm from Denmark to get pregnant . They said they ventured abroad as British sperm 'doesn't cut the mustard' 34-year-olds have spent £13,000 on Danish semen and fertility treatment . Anna is now pregnant via IVF using Scandinavian sperm and Kelly's eggs .


Floyd Mayweather Jnr has refused to agree to a $5million (£3.4m) fine should either he or Manny Pacquiao fail a drug test, according to the Filipino star's adviser. Both fighters are subject to random, Olympic-style testing by USADA in the build up to their $300m (£200m) mega-fight in Las Vegas on May 2. Should either fail a test, they would likely be banned for four years but Pacquiao also wanted a financial penalty. Manny Pacquiao had his first blood and urine test last Saturday ahead of his fight against Floyd Mayweather . Pacquiao and Mayweather must both undergo random testing which is overseen by USADA . 'Today we were informed that Mayweather turned down the request,' Michael Koncz told EPSN. 'Manny had requested that there would be a reciprocal fine of $5 million for a failed drug test.' The details of the testing were not written into the fight contract but were instead included in a separate agreement. And Mayweather's adviser Leonard Ellerbe said that was Pacquiao's mistake. 'Michael Koncz is an idiot, and Manny Pacquiao should be ashamed to have him as his representative, in my opinion,' he told ESPN. 'It's obvious he didn't read the contract. Why would he have his fighter sign something he was not happy with? Mayweather and Pacquiao failed to agree a $5million penalty should either man fail a drug test . Mayweather has long demanded his opponents submit to random, Olympic-style drug testing . 'The deal was negotiated up and down by his promoter on behalf of Manny with Floyd and Mayweather Promotions, and it's been well documented in the media for quite some time. 'If this moron didn't convey his fighter's wishes when the negotiation was going on, that's their problem. This is a lame-ass attempt to generate publicity.' Drug testing was the central reason for a collapse in negotiations five years ago when Pacquiao refused to agree to the same strict conditions. Pacquiao was tested for the first time last Saturday when he was visited in Los Angeles.

Summary: Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao are undergoing random drug tests . USADA are overseeing the process and will test both blood and urine . Pacquiao wanted to insert a $5m penalty clause into the contract . But Mayweather refused to agree, according to the Filipino's adviser . CLICK HERE for the latest Mayweather vs Pacquiao news .


Scarlets boosted their European Champions Cup qualification ambitions by seeing at Parc y Scarlets. The home side remain outside of the top six, but are now just three points behind Connacht in the battle to book a place among Europe's elite. It was a deserved win for the Llanelli-based region, who put a big dent in Leinster's play-off hopes with just five rounds of action remaining. Both sides welcomed back Six Nations squad members with British and Irish Lions prop Cian Healy making his first Leinster start since September, while Wales centre Scott Williams had not pulled on a Scarlets jersey for six weeks. And the Scarlets' vice-captain came to the fore in a bright start from the home side, which was rewarded with a penalty from fly-half Steve Shingler after 10 minutes. However, Leinster began to grow into the game as the half wore on and on 18 minutes they showed the clinical edge of champions to claim the game's opening try. After Leinster had set up an attack in the home 22, former NRL star Ben Te'o cut an exquisite angle through the Scarlets midfield before stepping his way to score at the posts. Fly-half Jimmy Gopperth landed the simple conversion. The Wasps-bound number 10 added another three points following more pressure from the visitors, but Scarlets responded strongly and crossed for their first try just before the half-hour mark. Some slick handling by the home backs had Leinster on the back foot and Scotland back-rower John Barclay did well to squeeze in at the corner - although it needed the television match official to confirm the number eight had avoided touch in the process of touching down. Shingler was short with the conversion and it meant Leinster held a slender 10-8 advantage at the interval. However, a well-worked team try from the Scarlets wiped out that advantage 11 minutes after the restart. After strong work from the forwards which took play to the Leinster line, the home side appeared to have butchered an overlap. However, they regrouped well and silky hands from Kiwi centre Regan King put full-back Jordan Williams over. A long-range Gopperth penalty reduced the arrears to two points, then it needed a try-saving tackle from Barclay to deny opposite number Jack Conan, with James Davies claiming a crucial turnover. The outstanding Barclay was then involved at the opposite end of the field, bursting through to set up the Scarlets third try, finished off with an outstretched hand by replacement Rory Pitman. Shingler couldn't land the conversion and seven points separated the sides going into the final 13 minutes. Replacement Rhys Priestland landed a penalty to put more distance between the sides and Leinster left empty handed after a score by full-back Zane Kirchner was ruled out by the TMO in the final minutes.

Summary: Scarlets boosted their European Champions Cup qualification ambitions . Hosts saw off Leinster 23-13 in a rousing Guinness Pro12 clash . Their victory puts a big dent in Leinster's play-off hopes at Parc y Scarlets . Scarlets are now chasing a top six finish with Connacht three points ahead .


An aspiring transgender hip-hop artist who bragged of carrying out black-market 'body sculpting' on thousands of women has been convicted of murder after a botched injection killed a British dancer. Padge-Victoria Windslowe's testimony during her Philadelphia trial included claims she was 'the Michelangelo of buttocks injections' and model Amber Rose was 'a walking billboard' for her work. However, the former 'Black Madam' had no medical training, using only tips she picked up from the overseas doctors who performed her sex change operation and a client of her escort service. Today, she was found guilty of third-degree murder after one of her 'patients', Claudia Aderotimi, 20, a London break-dancer and college student, died from an illegal silicone injection in her buttocks. Scroll down for video . Conviction: Padge-Victoria Windslowe (left), who bragged of carrying out black-market 'body sculpting' on thousands of women, has been convicted of murder after a botched injection killed Claudia Aderotimi (right) Former madam: Windslowe, a former 'Black Madam' (pictured) had no medical training, using only tips she picked up from overseas doctors who performed her sex change operation and a client of her escort service . Miss Aderotimi, who paid $2,000 to be injected by Windslowe at an airport hotel in 2011, was rushed to hospital after complaining of chest pain and shortness of breath. She died just a few hours later. It was later revealed the silicone in her buttocks had moved to her lungs and stopped her heart. During her murder trial, Windslowe said of her 'body sculpting': 'I was the best, and I don't mean that to be cocky,' explaining why celebrities would have sought her out over a licensed plastic surgeon. The 45-year-old described herself as a serial entrepreneur who once ran a transgender escort service, as well as a Gothic hip-hop performer who called herself 'the Black Madam.' Last week, her trial was halted for several days after she was hospitalized with chest pains. She has been in prison since 2012 after an 18-month inquiry led to a homicide ruling and an arrest warrant. The jury got the case Friday. They were choosing between third-degree murder - not premeditated but involves malice - and involuntary manslaughter, involving reckless disregard for a person's life. Aspiring hip-hop artists: Today, the defendant (pictured left and right) was convicted of third-degree murder after Miss Aderotimi, 20, a London dancer and college student, died from a silicone injection in her buttocks . Tragic death: Miss Aderotimi (pictured), who was injected by Windslowe at an airport hotel in the city in 2011, was rushed to hospital after complaining of chest pain and shortness of breath. She died a few hours later . In addition to third-degree murder, Windslowe was also convicted of aggravated assault for injuries to a Philadelphia woman who became seriously ill after paying for one of the injections. And the jury found her guilty of two weapons counts - the weapon in question being the industrial-grade silicone. Windslowe faces 20 to 40 years in prison on the murder conviction alone. Miss Aderotimi's family in England chose not

Summary: Padge-Victoria Windslowe convicted of third-degree murder by jury today . Client Claudia Aderotimi, 20, died after having silicone injected in buttocks . Silicone moved to her lungs and stopped her heart after the 2011 injection . Windslowe, 45, arrested in 2012 following an 18-month police investigation . During trial, she described herself as 'Michelangelo of buttocks injections' She was also found guilty of aggravated assault and two weapons charges . She is facing a lengthy 20 to 40 years in prison on murder conviction alone .


Disgraced NRL player Todd Carney could make his way back into the league after the NRL appeals committee ruled in his favour declaring he was unfairly dismissed from his former team, the Cronulla Sharks. Tribunal chairman, Ian Callinan QC, ruled that the Sharks board failed to allow the 29-year-old footballer due process before severing his contract. This came after a photograph of the player urinating into his own mouth went viral on social media last June. Mr Carney's contract was torn up after a photo emerged of the player urinating in his own mouth . The committee’s findings state that the former Dally M medallist should have been allowed an opportunity to plead his case in front of the Cronulla board. Cronulla Sharks chairman Damien Keough said the club will respect the decision made by the appeals committee, adding it is their responsibility to follow correct procedure. “The big oversight was that someone needed to check that the process being followed was correct,’’ Keogh told The Telegraph. Mr Carney's agent claims the photo was a set up and 'an optical illusion' “What’s important to remember here is that it’s not a question of the facts, it’s a question of the process, but the reality of the situation is, the decision would likely have been the same. He said he wouldn't completely rule out the possibility of the former Origin player returning to the league but 'there has been a lot of water that has flown under the bridge since last June.' There's no denying Mr Carney is a talented player, however, his antics off the field have led to the termination of three contracts . The Daily Mail Australia reached out to the Cronulla Sharks however they declined to comment. Mr Carney is currently in France nursing broken ribs, sustaining the injury in only his second game for the English Super League Club Catalans. After what most believed was ultimately the end of the troubled player's career, the five-eighth may surprise us all by staging a return to the league. The disgraced player fled to France to pick up the pieces of his damaged career where he sustained a rib injury . As Cronulla is the third team to terminate a contract with the fallen star, the question remains, which team would be game to pick up the controversial player? Paul Gallen has spoken out on Triple M Radio saying he thinks Mr Carney should allowed to return to the league however he would need a strict contract to curb his bad behaviour. ‘If he wants to come back to the NRL he has to sign a strict contact saying if anything happens to do with alcohol, alcohol related incidents, you are banned for life,’ says Paul Gallen . ‘If he wants to come back to the NRL he has to sign a strict contact saying if anything happens to do with alcohol, alcohol related incidents, you are banned for life.’ Rumours are flying on Twitter that the Manly Sea Eagles might be in the market for a five-eighth after the Kieran

Summary: The NRL appeals committee ruled Todd Carney was unfairly dismissed . They say he should've been given a chance to plead his case to the board . Carney was fired after an inappropriate photo went viral last June . In the photo Carney is seen urinating in his own mouth . Carney's agent claims the photo was a set up and just an illusion . Rumours are flying as to where the disgraced player could sign for 2016 .


England’s fourth Six Nations runners-up finish in a row has been labelled ‘unacceptable’ by RFU chief executive Ian Ritchie, with head coach Stuart Lancaster told performances must improve before the World Cup. Lancaster’s men suffered heartache as their thrilling 55-35 victory over France on Saturday saw them fall six points short of overhauling Ireland and securing a first title since 2011. But Ritchie said: ‘Four years as runners-up is not acceptable and we are not happy with how that came about. We should be winning more in terms of Grand Slams, Six Nations championships, other things. England are left reeling on the pitch as their 55-35 victory against France failed to secure the title . Captain Chris Robshaw (fourth right) looks dejected after England concede a try to France at Twickenham . Stuart Lancaster (left) and his players ponder a second-placed finish for a fourth successive season . ‘We had opportunities, let’s be clear — entirely in our control. The Irish deserved the win because of what they did over the five matches. We did not do enough. There’s no point in bleating about it. ‘We didn’t take opportunities, didn’t do what we should have done, were not clever enough during parts of the game to deserve to win.’ But there was more than a little sense that Ian Ritchie was playing to his audience at Twickenham. And not only because the RFU’s affable chief executive quoted Hamlet when describing the ‘slings and arrows of outrageous fortune’ he experienced watching the engrossing Six Nations denouement. His public pronouncements were designed to strike a chord with those still uncomfortable with the six-year contracts served to England’s coaches last year. They were also designed as a shot across head coach Stuart Lancaster’s bows. RFU chief executive Ian Ritchie (right) chats to Lancaster at England's base in Pennyhill Park in Bagshot . Ritchie (left) and Lancaster talk in the Twickenham stands prior to England's clash with New Zealand . Ritchie, an intelligent and thoughtful man, needed very little pressing to deliver the headline-grabbing line that England’s fourth successive runners-up spot under Lancaster was ‘unacceptable’. Often it takes hundreds of questions to extract such strong quotes from a senior figure. Yesterday it took two. It was almost as if Ritchie had decided what he was going to say in advance. This was no slip of the tongue. More a clever piece of brinkmanship designed to keep the pressure on Lancaster. The aim was also to avoid accusations that complacency has crept into an organisation which has pulled itself back from the brink in the public’s eyes since the dark days surrounding the scandal-hit 2011 World Cup campaign. Ritchie, the man at the top of an organisation now delivering everywhere but on the pitch, felt the need to crack the whip. Just not too hard. ‘Four years as runners-up is not acceptable and we are not happy with how that came about,’ said the former chief executive of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. ‘If you go back through history, bearing in mind a lot

Summary: RFU chief executive Ian Ritchie branded England's second-placed Six Nations finish as 'unacceptable' The World Cup will commence in six months time . The tournament is predicted to generate £1billion for the UK economy . England's seven-try triumph over France was watched by 9.6million on terrestrial television . Stuart Lancaster was without 11 frontline players for the Six Nations .


We reveal how to get the enviable physiques of the stars. This week: Cindy Crawford’s arms. It’s hard to believe that decades have passed since model Cindy Crawford, now 49, first appeared on the covers of glossy magazines, as she recently showed off super-sculpted arms with no hint of bingo wing. Crawford is a fan of running and hiking, as well as Pilates and dance classes. Cindy Crawford (pictured) is a fan of running and hiking as well as Pilates and dance classes . Essential to her toned appearance is a twice-weekly weights routine designed ‘to hit the major muscle groups: legs, bum, abs, back, chest, triceps, biceps and shoulders’, she says. What to try: The single arm row is a good way to tone upper arms. You will need a bench or dining chair and a dumb-bell or bottle of water. Stand sideways to the bench with left side nearest to it and place your left knee and left hand on the seat. Keep your back straight and body ‘square’ to the floor. Holding the weight in your right hand, allow it to hang at arm’s length so that it is in line with the shoulder. Then pull the weight up, keeping elbow close to the body, until it is level with your back. Lower the weight to the start position and repeat 12-15 times before changing sides.

Summary: It's hard to believe that supermodel, Cindy Crawford, is now 49-years-old . Her super-sculpted arms are envy of women the world over . Cindy is said to be a fan of running, hiking, Pilates and dance classes . Essential to her toned appearance is a twice-weekly weights routine .


Mike Zimmer says the Minnesota Vikings have no intention of trading Adrian Peterson. But the player and his agent have other ideas. 'We're planning on him being back. We have no plans to trade Adrian,' he said. 'We're good to go. I mean, he's under contract and we expect him to honor it,' Zimmer said at the NFL Annual Meeting. 'I think when he goes into the Hall of Fame, he's going to want to go in with the jersey that everyone remembers him as. That will be as a Viking.' Adrian Peterson played one game for the Vikings last season before being suspended . But Ben Dogra, agent of the superstar running back, has other ideas. 'Adrian and I feel it is in his best interest, and it would be his desire, to play elsewhere in the NFL. This is not personal in any way, it is business,' he told the Associated Press. Three years remain on the 30-year-old's deal with $12.75million due this season. None of the money is guaranteed. Peterson remains on the Commissioners Exempt List until at least April 15 after hitting his four-year-old son with a switch and the 2012 MVP has been less than enthusiastic about returning to Minnesota. Zimmer also poured scorn on notions that the Vikings are set to trade 2013 first round draft pick Cordarrelle Patterson. Mike Zimmer spoke to reporters during the NFL's annual meeting in Phoenix . The eccentric receiver and returner made the Pro Bowl after his first year in purple, but found himself sidelined with the emergence of Charles Johnson and his inability to run routes. 'No, no chance whatsoever,' Zimmer told 1500ESPN.com. 'Cordarrelle is a young, emerging player who was with his third coordinator in three years. Quite frankly, we need to do a good job of figuring out how we can use him better and he needs to understand where he's supposed to be, the routes and everything.'

Summary: Peterson remains on the exempt list after beating his four-year-old son with a switch . He missed all but one of the Vikings' games last year and remains on the NFL Commissioner's exempt list . Peterson's agent said his client's future is away from Minnesota . Dallas and Arizona have been touted as landing spots . But Zimmer says the franchise have no intention of trading the running back .


A high-profile RSPCA prosecution of the renowned Cattistock Hunt in Dorset has spectacularly collapsed amid claims that the hunt was the victim of a politically inspired campaign, funded by a mystery backer. The Cattistock's joint master Will Bryer has accused the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – which brought the prosecution – of co-ordinating a campaign of harassment and surveillance over more than three years, in a failed attempt to prove the hunt had broken the law. He also claimed a wealthy anti-hunting businessman intent on landing a 'prize scalp' had bankrolled surveillance of him, his employees and hunt followers, saying: 'We believe the campaign is funded by a Dorset-based company. A high-profile RSPCA prosecution of the renowned Cattistock Hunt in Dorset has spectacularly collapsed amid claims that the hunt was the victim of a politically inspired campaign . Hunt saboteurs at our meets this year were all wearing T-shirts advertising the firm. We don't believe that to be a coincidence but a statement.' The animal rights organisation, which has been criticised for spending £22.5 million pursuing animal welfare prosecutions last year, formally withdrew its case on Friday – after admitting it had no realistic chance of a conviction. Mr Bryer, whose joint master of the Cattistock is one of the richest women in Britain, the Honourable Mrs Charlotte Townshend, claimed the campaign had been 'focused and sophisticated'. He went on to say: 'Despite the endless footage taken of us by so-called covert investigators, this is the only time anyone associated with the Cattistock has ever faced a charge and now it has been dropped. Cattistock's joint master Will Bryer (pictured) claimed a wealthy anti-hunting businessman intent on landing a 'prize scalp' had bankrolled surveillance of him . 'I'm afraid the time has long passed when we thought these people were seriously interested in the law. As far as we are concerned, this is just another way of attacking people who participate in hunting.' Yesterday, the pro-hunting Countryside Alliance said the RSPCA was at a crossroads, and would have to decide whether to continue to bring what it described as 'malicious' cases or 'embrace sanity and change tactics'. Mr Bryer's solicitor, Jamie Foster, claimed that the case had been flawed from the start. He explained: 'There is video footage of my client laying legal trails before and after the alleged breach of the hunting ban which was not disclosed to us by the RSPCA.' He said the laying of a trail, or a scent which the hounds can track rather than chasing a live animal, showed that the Cattistock had behaved responsibly, not recklessly as the prosecution claimed. Cattistock chairman Robert Atkinson said: 'We are very pleased that common sense has prevailed and the case has been dropped. The hunt and all its staff, in particular Will as master, make every effort to hunt within the law and be seen to do so. We are glad that our stance has been so demonstrably and categorically vindicated by the court.' The RSPCA has the power to bring its own

Summary: High-profile RSPCA prosecution of Cattistock Hunt in Dorset has collapsed . Hunt joint master Will Bryer accused RSPCA of campaign of harassment . He said wealthy anti-hunting businessman bankrolled surveillance of him . The animal rights organisation formally withdrew its case on Friday .


Peter Crouch has been dubbed every football fans second favourite player in recent months and his latest Twitter post will do nothing to put his supporters off. The 34-year-old striker rocks out back stage to Kasabian, goes home to model wife Abbey Clancy and still bangs in the goal at the highest level. Peter Crouch took to Twitter to give glimpse a fans of his wild photo shoot on Sunday as he poses with a tiger . Former England striker Crouch was pictured crowd-surfing at a Kasabian gig in December last year . On a Sunday it seems the Macclesfield-born forward, who also had spells with Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool, likes nothing more than a wild photo shoot complete with 'LAD' buzzer. The former England international posted a picture of himself laying with a baby tiger as Crouch enjoyed some relaxation with Stoke not in action this weekend. But, the man himself was quick to reassure fans that it was part of an advertising campaign and not just a glimpse of the rock and roll wild child that lies within. When asked what 'The Lads' buzzer was, Crouch Tweeted that all would be revealed in time... Crouch was quick to tell fans that the picture was part of an advertising campaign . Crouch and his wife Abbey, who he married in 2011, enjoyed a night out at the NME awards last month . Stoke star Crouch poses with Kasabian singer Sergio Pizzorno at the NME Awards afterparty .

Summary: Peter Crouch took to Twitter to show fans his wild style photo shoot . Stoke City striker posed with a tiger and posted the picture on social media . Crouch has been dubbed everybody's second favourite footballer . Former England striker revealed it was all part of an advertising strategy .


Cricketer Graeme Smith revealed to his wife that he wanted a divorce when he mistakenly sent her a text message he’d meant for his lawyer, according to reports. The former captain of Somerset and South Africa left wife Morgan Deane Smith devastated at the news having led her to believe that he wanted to save his marriage, her friend reportedly told South Africa’s Sunday Times newspaper. Smith, 34, has been following the South African team at the Cricket World Cup in Australia and New Zealand in recent weeks after he retired from the game last year. Scroll down for video . Friends of his Morgan Deane Smith, a singer from Ireland, accused the sports star of ‘abandoning’ his family in favour of touring and partying with his friends . Friends of his 29 year-old wife, a singer from Ireland, accused the sports star of ‘abandoning’ his family in favour of touring and partying with his friends. The couple, who were married in 2011 following a brief romance, have two young children – a two year old daughter and a son aged one. Mrs Smith, who was a backing singer for Jedward in the 2011 Eurovision song Contest, has not spoken publicly since news of the couple’s separation was revealed two weeks ago. However ‘unnamed friends’ of the mother-of-two revealed details of the acrimonious break-up which has shocked Smith’s fans in South Africa. ‘He is only interested in going out with his friends and partying. He is obsessed with the limelight and would go to the opening of an envelope. He finds her boring and thinks she is a nag when she asks him to spend time with his family,’ a friend told the newspaper. The report revealed that the singer, whose band Industry twice topped the charts in Ireland, was under the impression that her husband was keen to make their marriage work and had agreed to attend couple counseling sessions. Instead, she learned that he wanted a divorce in a text message he’d sent to her in error, only minutes after reassuring her that their relationship could be saved. Former South Africa and Somerset captain Graeme Smith has split from his wife Morgan, pictured with their children . A source loyal to Mrs Smith told the Sunday Times, ‘She does everything for her children not to see her cry, but she just can't believe how he has treated her. He has watched her go through this alone. ‘The man has completely isolated her. Her whole life was his life, his friends were her friends, and she has just been left on her own with the kids. She has become reclusive in their home - only going to the gym and to take the kids out.’ Smith reportedly became cold towards his wife some weeks ago after she’d flown home to Ireland to visit her family. After arriving back in Cape Town, she was given the number of a lawyer to consult by an intermediary acting for Smith. When she confronted her husband, he denied he wanted a divorce or had sought

Summary: South African cricketer Graeme Smith has split from his Irish wife Morgan . Smith allegedly told his wife that he was keen to make their marriage work . But he accidentally sent her a text saying that he wanted a divorce . It is thought that the text had been meant for his lawyer and sent in mistake . Couple announced their separation two weeks ago, shocking South Africa .


Arsenal forward Danny Welbeck has pulled out of the England squad because of a knee injury he suffered in Friday's 4-0 win over Lithuania. Welbeck sustained the injury in the second half of the victory at Wembley and was replaced in the 77th minute. The Football Association confirmed on Saturday that Welbeck had been sent back to Arsenal. Danny Welbeck has been sent back to Arsenal after picking up a knee injury in England's win over Lithuania . Welbeck scored England's second in the 4-0 win but will not be present for the friendly against Italy in Turin . The striker will therefore not take part in Tuesday's friendly against Italy in Turin. The FA also confirmed Raheem Sterling, James Milner and Leighton Baines had been sent back to their clubs. Liverpool forward Sterling is carrying a toe injury and Manchester City midfielder Milner did not play against Lithuania as he had a knee problem. Baines has gone back to Everton as Roy Hodgson wants to give Kieran Gibbs his seventh cap in Turin. The England manager has called up Southampton's Ryan Bertrand as cover for the Arsenal defender. Raheem Sterling has also returned to his squad after carrying a toe injury against Lithuania on Friday . Manchester City midfielder James Milner has left and did not play against Lithuania as he has a knee problem . Leighton Baines has gone back to Everton as Roy Hodgson wants to give Kieran Gibbs a cap in Turin . Hodgson told FA TV: 'We knew we were going to be losing Raheem Sterling who had an injection last night on an on-going injury and hopefully that will help him as we go forward. 'We have a problem with James Milner who had to leave, we decided to let Leighton Baines go home and of course we lost Danny Welbeck who unfortunately picked up a slight knee injury (against Lithuania). 'So those four players won't be with us going forward but it means a chance for the other guys in the squad to show what they can do. 'We are going to bring Ryan Bertrand in because with Leighton Baines gone we are now left with only one recognised left-back which is Kieran Gibbs and we wanted two recognised left-backs for both games.' Ryan Bertrand (right) has been called up from Southampton as cover after Baines left Hodgson's squad . Nine players have withdrawn from the squad since it was announced. Daniel Sturridge, Adam Lallana, Luke Shaw, Fraser Forster and Danny Rose all pulled out through injury last week. That means Hodgson has just 17 outfield players to choose from for the game against the country that beat England in their World Cup opener in Manaus last June. Harry Kane scored against Lithuania but is one of just 17 fit outfield players for England to use against Italy .

Summary: Danny Welbeck has left Roy Hodgson's England squad with an injury . Arsenal forward was taken off against Lithuania with a knee problem . Raheem Sterling, James Milner and Leighton Baines also leave the squad . Ryan Bertrand has been called up as cover at left back from Southampton . Hodgson has just 17 outfield players to pick from for friendly against Italy .


Melbourne will be the most popular family holiday destination for Australians over the next two years, a new report has revealed. Travelling as a family can bring its own particular problems, but the survey by Roy Morgan Research shows that Melbourne has a little bit of everything to satisfy all needs. Melbourne topped the poll with 25% of families surveyed plumping for it. Its main attractions being culture, museums, sport and shopping for all ages. The Melbourne Cricket Ground has always been a great place for a family day out no matter what sport is played there . Surfer's Paradise comes in at second place as the most popular family place with its beaches being a real favourite . Theme parks, amusement arcades and endless sunshine also made Surfer's Paradise a good family destination . The Great Ocean Road area along with the likes of Torquay and Lorne came in fourth place in the survey . Surfers Paradise comes in second place. It has beaches, theme parks, amusement arcades and endless sunshine, and is another popular potential holiday destination among Australian families, 15% of whom say they’d like to visit. Other coastal holiday destinations that rate highly among Aussie families are Victoria’s iconic Great Ocean Road and New South Wales’s lush North Coast. In seventh position were family trips to the Blue Mountains outside Sydney . 1. Melbourne . 2. Surfers Paradise . 3. Sydney . 4. Great Ocean Road/Torquay/Lorne . 5. North Coast/ Coffs Harbour . 6. Brisbane . 7. Blue Mountains . 8. Thredbo/Perisher in snow season . 9. Hobart . 10. Philip Island . It’s a close call between the state that Australian families would most like to visit. Queensland won out with 46% of families saying they’d like to holiday there in the next two years, closely followed by Victoria on 45% and New South Wales on 43%. Thredbo/Perisher is the ski-spot with the most appeal for families as a potential holiday destination, with 54%. ‘Our latest findings reveal that the domestic destinations with particular appeal for families are those with plenty of scope for outdoor activity,' Angela Smith, Group Account Director, Roy Morgan Research, said. 'Whether it’s on the beach or a coastal drive, in a big city or at the snow. “Knowing what Australian families look for in a holiday spot and how their needs and expectations differ from those of other travellers allows destination marketers, tourism operators and travel agents keen to reach this lucrative market.' Smith also said that among overseas destinations Australian families are more likely to name as potential holiday spots tropical paradises such as Fiji, Bali and Hawaii. Sydney, and the likes of Circular Quay, put the city in third spot with holidaying families .

Summary: A report by Roy Morgan Research has shown that Melbourne is where families want to go over the next two years . The capital of Victoria is the most popular because of its culture, museums, sport and shopping for all ages . Its beaches, theme parks, amusement arcades and endless sunshine has Surfers Paradise in second place . Queensland is the state that families would most like to visit, narrowly ahead of New South Wales . Tropical paradises such as Fiji, Bali and Hawaii are Australian families' favourite foreign destinations .


Mount Everest towers over Nepal and although many people dream of scaling its summit, there are beautifully remote villages, farms and monasteries nestled within its huge shadow that are also worth a visit. Last year Google took its Street View cameras on a 10-day trek around the Khumbu region - also known as the Everest region - to explore these quaint landmarks and locations. During the trek the cameras captured the small Sherpa village of Thame, the Phortse Thakiri Chholing Gomba monastery and Khumjung inside the Sagarmatha National Park. Scroll down for video . Google recently took its Street View cameras on a 10-day trek around the Khumbu region - also known as the Everest region - (pictured) to explore the remote villages and landmarks of Nepal. During the trek the cameras captured the small Sherpa village of Thame, the Phortse Thakiri Chholing Gomba monastery and Khumjung inside the Sagarmatha National Park . The trek was led by Apa Sherpa, a 55-year-old Sherpa mountaineer who holds the world record for reaching the summit of Mount Everest 21 times - more than any other person. He scaled the summit for the first time at the age of 30. In 2009, Apa founded the non-profit Apa Sherpa Foundation to help the local community of young people in the Khumbu region. The Street View images were captured in March 2014 when Apa took members of Google Earth Outreach, and the Nepalese nonprofit Story Cycle through the region. Mount Everest is the Earth's highest mountain, with a peak at 8,848 metres above sea level. In 1865, Everest was given its official English name by the Royal Geographical Society upon a recommendation by Andrew Waugh, the British Surveyor General of India. Mr Waugh named the mountain after his predecessor in the post, Sir George Everest. It has become a mecca for climbers, and has two main climbing routes, the southeast ridge from Nepal and the north ridge from Tibet. The southeast ridge was the route used by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay when they reached the summit for the first time in 1953. 'Our region is famous for being home to Everest, but it’s also the home of the Sherpa community and has been for centuries,' Apa said. 'The region has much more to offer than just the mountain. So last year, I guided the Google Maps team through my home region to collect Street View imagery that improves the map of our community. 'Now you can find Thame on the map and explore other communities nestled at the base of Everest, like Khumjung and Phortse.' Thame, and neighbouring upper Thame are small Sherpa villages in the Solukhumbu District of Nepal. Tenzing Norgay, one of the first people to climb Mount Everest with Sir Edmund Hillary grew up in the region and the Thame monastery is one of the oldest in Khumbu. Another village captured by the Street View trekkers was Khumjung. It sits 13,000ft (3,970 metres) above sea level near Mount Khumbila. It is located inside the word heritage site Sagarmatha National Park. 'When people

Summary: Everest Street View images were captured last year when Google took a 10-day trek through Khumbu . The region is also known as the Everest Region and is on the Nepalese side of the world's highest mountain . Trek was led by world record-holding mountaineer Apa Sherpa who has scaled the summit 21 times . Images include Thame and upper Thame - small Sherpa villages in the Solukhumbu District of Nepal . Another village captured by the Street View trekkers was Khumjung sitting 13,000ft (3,970 metres) above sea level . Google also captured parts of the Phortse farming village including Thakiri Chholing Gomba, or small monastery . Paintings inside the monastery began in 2008 by Buddhist artists and were completed by the end of 2009 .


They're great at cleaning carpets, but when it comes to getting dust and dirt off a wooden floor vacuum cleaners can leave a lot to be desired. Now engineers at Dyson may have the answer – a new model designed specifically for hard flooring. The firm’s cordless V6 Fluffy vacuum cleaner – which goes on sale today costing £399 – aims to cater for the growing trend for exposed wooden floorboards, ceramic tiles and vinyl or laminate flooring. Scroll down for video . The firm’s cordless V6 Fluffy vacuum cleaner – which goes on sale today costing £399 – aims to cater for the growing trend for exposed wooden floorboards, ceramic tiles and vinyl or laminate flooring . Engineers have replaced the traditional spinning bristles – which were designed to drive dust out of a carpet – with a large soft nylon brush similar to a paint roller which scoops dust and dirt from hard floors . The key difference between the new technology and Dyson’s traditional bagless vacuums is in the roller bar. Engineers have replaced the traditional spinning bristles – which were designed to drive dust out of a carpet – with a large soft nylon brush similar to a paint roller which scoops dust and dirt from hard floors. Larger pieces of debris such as spilled cornflakes are grabbed by the soft material and passed into the machine’s suction stream, while microscopic grains of dust are brushed up by strips of carbon fibre filaments. Sir James Dyson said previously that the company 'must relentlessly invent' to keep up with changing demand . Dyson claims the V6 Fluffy is particularly good at sucking dirt out of the crevices between floorboards, and is able to pick up a whole 1kg bag of sugar in just four seconds. Powered by the Dyson digital motor V6, and digitally controlled, the motor spins at up to 110,000rpm to create the most powerful cordless vacuum. It gives up to 20 minutes of powerful fade-free suction. The vacuum features a special soft roller cleaner head with soft woven nylon, and rows of anti-static carbon fiber filaments. 15 two-tier Radial™ cyclones, arranged across two tiers, also work in parallel to increase airflow and capture more fine dust. The V6 Fluffy converts for handheld cleaning and features a centre of gravity located towards the grip and hygienic push-button bin emptying. Hard floors have surged in popularity in recent years, driven by a fashion for industrial and ‘shabby chic’ interior design styles. Market researcher The Freedonia Group estimates that there has been a 70 per cent increase in the use of hard flooring in the last two decades. Dyson’s new cleaner, which is being produced in Singapore, runs for 20 minutes between battery charges. It can clean carpets and rugs as well as hard floors with the help of an attachable head. Stephen Courtney, head of new product innovation at Dyson, said: ‘In homes today we see more hard floors, so we set out to solve the age-old problem of conventional cleaners simply snowploughing debris across the floor. 'We

Summary: Dyson have created a new vacuum cleaner specifically for hard flooring . Cordless V6 Fluffy- £399- uses spinning nylon bristles to scoop up dust . Firm claims the model can pick up a 1kg bag of sugar in just four seconds .


We reveal how to get the enviable physiques of the stars. This week: Laura Dern's shoulders. Actress Laura Dern's toned shoulders look to be the result of much gym dedication. Laura Dern says she keeps fit through yoga, swimming and taking the stairs . The 48-year-old mother-of-two, who recently starred in the film Wild with Reese Witherspoon, says she keeps fit through yoga, swimming and taking the stairs. But, she adds, it's classes at SoulCycle (a fast-paced exercise bike class) in Los Angeles two to three times a week that keep her in prime bikini shape. At SoulCycle, you work the arms and shoulders with handheld weights and perform core-engaging moves to music. What to try: The overhead press works the muscles in the shoulder area. You will need a set of dumbbells or two bottles of water. But it's classes at SoulCycle in Los Angeles two to three times a week that keep her in prime bikini shape . Stand with your back straight, feet shoulder-width apart, a dumbbell in each hand resting on the shoulders and your palms facing each other. Extend your arms overhead, allowing them to rotate so that when they are straight, palms face the front. Keep your trunk pulled in and don't lean back. Make sure you don't take the weights behind your head. Pause at the top, lower back down and then repeat 12 to 15 times.

Summary: Actress says she keeps fit through yoga, swimming and taking the stairs . Mother-of-two, 48, also goes to SoulCycle two to three times a week . You can try an overhead press to work the muscles in the shoulder area .


Thousands of British holidaymakers were trapped in the French Alps after a giant 50-tonne boulder blocked a main mountain road. Falling rocks cut off popular resorts Val Thorens, Les Menuires and St Martin and ski enthusiasts were left stranded in a 50-mile tailback. Holiday coaches were stopped from entering and leaving the resorts in the Tarentaise Valley after authorities ruled the N117 road was too dangerous for large vehicles to use on Friday morning. Scroll down for video . Holidaymakers were trapped in the French Alps after a giant 50-tonne boulder blocked a main mountain, pictured a Red Cross rescuer (right) and other officials inspect rock slide . Rescue workers assess the damage after huge rocks cut off popular ski resorts Val Thorens, Les Menuires and St Martin . Tourists took to social media to vent their frustration at being stranded after the rockslide. Mike Parkes tweeted: 'Delay getting out of Alps due to 100 tonne boulder that has decided to fall into the road! #annoying This never happens to #judithchalmers.' Claire Zillman said: '1st for everything: 'a boulder cracked the road so there's no traveling in or out of this village. Skiing in Alps was spectacular until now.' Tour operators are planning to hire a fleet of minibuses so holidaymakers due to return home yesterday can be taken to their departing flights today. Hundreds of Britons on their way to the region were accommodated in the nearby town of Albertville. Crystal Ski Holidays, one of the British travel firms affected, said it arranged overnight accommodation for 500 UK holidaymakers arriving at Chambery and Geneva airports. A van is dwarfed by a giant boulder that fell on a major road leading to ski resorts in the French Alps . Thousand of holidaymakers were trapped in a 50-mile tailback, pictured is a traffic jam on the N90 highway between Albertville and Moutiers, in the Tarentaise valley . A message on its Twitter feed said: 'The authorities are presently only allowing light diverted traffic out of resort and no traffic up to resort. 'For customers in resort, please speak to your rep for details of accommodation for tonight. We are working on plans to get you home tomorrow.' A Crystal Ski Holidays spokesman added: 'People who have departed from various airports are being accommodated at Alberville, just down the valley. 'The authorities are not allowing us to use the road. We are trying to get people through the side roads but these are not suitable for coaches so we are organising a fleet of mini buses. 'We hope take them to the airport tomorrow.' Tourists took to social media to vent their frustration at being stranded after the rockslide . A road safety truck blocks access to the RD117 road in Moutiers, after huge rocks fell on Friday . Holiday coaches were stopped from entering and leaving the resorts after huge rocks fell on the road .

Summary: British holidaymakers were trapped after 50-tonne boulder blocked road . Falling rocks cut off ski resorts Val Thorens, Les Menuires and St Martin . Thousands of skiers stranded in a 50-mile tailback in the French Alps . Road was ruled too dangerous for large vehicles to use Friday morning .


Having seen their Champions League campaigns for the current season end Borussia Dortmund this weekend step up attempts to be back in Europe's elite competition next season. Dortmund's 3-0 defeat at home to Juventus on Wednesday night means they now have the biggest challenge on their hands to get back into the competition next season. They travel to Hannover on Saturday needing to make up 12 points on the top four in the final nine games of the season, or eight points to qualify for the Europa League. Jurgen Klopp looks on as his side were beaten 3-0 by Juventus in the Champions League on Wednesday . Carlos Tevez (left) was the star for the Serie A side as they ran out comfortable winners at Borussia Dortmund . Both look unlikely with the absence of European football potentially for the next 18 months a sobering thought for Dortmund manager Jurgen Klopp. 'I've already drawn a line under this game and started to forget about Juventus,' the German said. 'There's nothing good about getting knocked out of the Champions League. Okay, so we don't have any more midweek games, but that's an advantage that we don't necessarily want. 'Nevertheless, we will use it for training.' Fernando Torres scored the winning penalty as Atletico Madrid knocked out Bayer Leverkusen . Schalke beat Real Madrid 4-3 in the second leg at the Bernabeu but ultimately lost the tie on aggregate . Fellow Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen suffered a heart-breaking defeat to Atletico Madrid on penalties on Tuesday in the Champions League last-16, a week after Schalke were eliminated despite winning 4-3 at Real Madrid. Schalke and Leverkusen lie fourth and fifth respectively and they meet on Saturday evening in a clash that could be pivotal in terms of qualifying for next season's competition. While runaway leaders Bayern Munich can secure their place in the Champions League next season by beating Borussia Monchengladbach on Sunday, if Leverkusen drop points at Schalke.

Summary: Borussia Dortmund thrashed by Juventus in Champions League last-16 . Jurgen Klopp's side 12 points off fourth in Bundesliga with nine games left . Schalke and Leverkusen set for pivotal qualification clash on Saturday .


The Hull City Supporters' Trust has once again called upon the club's owners to abandon plans to change the club name to Hull Tigers. The FA Council rejected owner Assem Allam's attempt to rebrand last year but on Monday an arbitration tribunal ruled that that decision had been put aside. That was due to the involvement of Football Supporters' Federation chairman Malcolm Clarke on the sub-committee which made the initial decision, with the tribunal believing Clarke based his decision only on what members of the City Till We Die supporters group, now part of HCST, wanted - the club's now 111-year-old name to remain unchanged. The Hull City Supporters' Trust has called upon club owner Assem Allam to abandon his name change plans . That means that while the club will remain as Hull City AFC until the end of the current campaign, Allam can now re-apply to change the name again ahead of the new season. But HCST has pleaded with the club's hierarchy to completely abandon their lengthy campaign, believing the tribunal's decision was based on a 'very minor technicality'. 'HCST urges the owners to abandon the name change application once and for all,' read a statement. 'It is clear from the evidence set out in the arbitration document that a strong and compelling case for change does not exist. Hull supporters have publicly stated their opposition to the name change and don't want the 'City' dropped . 'The FA has published a 30-page arbitration document that describes why the FA Council's decision to reject the club's proposed name change has been 'set aside' on a very minor technicality, having rejected most of the arguments offered by the club. 'The Trust is disappointed with this finding - the FA Council made a sound decision made in the interests of football in general, not just those of Hull City supporters.' The statement continued: 'The arbitration document also reveals that the club agreed to present a business case for the change and then failed to do so. We believe this is because there is not and has never been any evidence that 'Hull Tigers' would generate a financial benefit. 'The report also stated that the heavily-weighted ballot of season ticket holders the club ran was 'poor', 'unimpressive' and the outcome was 'unconvincing'.' Fans hold 'City till we die' scarves above their heads during a Barclays Premier League game last season . Allam, however, is regarding the decision of the panel as a major victory and does not believe he even has to submit a new application to change the name. 'The tribunal states, in this case the FA saying no to Tigers, that the decision should be set aside,' he told the Hull Daily Mail on Wednesday. 'That means nothing has happened. 'The application has not been answered. The tribunal says our appeal was successful. That decision to set it aside was unanimous.' A Hull City Tigers sign is displayed at the KC Stadium, and is Allam gets his way it will be 'City' no more . The Egyptian businessman also reiterated

Summary: Hull supporters ask owner Assem Allam to abandon name change plans . Allam wants to change the Premier League club's name to 'Hull Tigers' FA had originally rejected Allam's application to switch from Hull City . Arbitration tribunal found FA Council rejection of change could not stand . Allam has until April 1 to submit a new bid in time for next season . CLICK HERE for all the latest Hull City news .


Britain's beer is getting weaker, with popular lagers such as Stella Artois and Budweiser reducing alcohol content . Britain's beer is getting weaker thanks to the rise in popularity of low-strength tipples and more health-conscious drinkers. Despite the UK's reputation as a country which enjoys a pint, two billion fewer units of alcohol were consumed over the last two years, according to official figures. The decline is largely because the strength of alcoholic drinks has fallen from an average of 4.42 per cent to 4.14 per cent over the two years, a report by the Department of Health says. Increasingly health-conscious drinkers are also playing a part, the Sunday Telegraph reported, with a sharp rise in choice of lower-strength booze. Brewers are also responding to lower tax rates imposed on beers with 2.8 per cent or less alcohol. The change in levy was followed by a number of brewers weakening their products, including Carlsberg's Skol lager dropping from three per cent to 2.8 per cent. Stronger lagers, such as Becks, Stella Artois and Budweiser, also reduced their alcohol levels from 5 per cent to 4.8 per cent, while John Smith's Extra Smooth bitter falling from 3.8 to 3.6 per cent. Low-strength lagers introduced in recent years include beer-citrus fusions such as Carling Zest (2.8 per cent), Carlsberg Citrus (2.8 per cent) and Foster's Radler (two per cent). Brigid Simmons, chief executive of the British Beer and Pub Association said: 'British brewers have responded to consumer demand for a greater range and choice of lower-strength beers, many with new flavours and ingredients. 'We’ve seen the Government’s decision to give 50 per cent tax relief to lower-strength beers combining with a growth in interest among consumers for lower-strength drinks like beer, that are also lower in calories.' While the number of units of alcohol consumed has decreased over the last years, Britain still gets through more alcohol per head than most other nations . The news comes a month after official figures showed the number of under-25s who do not drink at all has increased by 40 per cent in eight years. A quarter of young people do not drink at all and binge drinking is falling, but Britain still drinks more alcohol per head than most other countries. Tom Smith, from Alcohol Concern, said: 'While we welcome the decrease in the number of alcohol units in the market, we can’t ignore the fact our NHS and communities continue to strain under the burden of alcohol harms.'

Summary: Britain consumed two billion fewer units of alcohol over the last two years . Strength of booze has fallen from average of 4.42 per cent to 4.14 per cent . Beer is getting weaker as people start buying more low-strength tipples . Brewers are also being given tax breaks for making beers with less alcohol . Budweiser, Becks and Stella Artois have all lowered their alcohol content .


Pippa Middleton seemed to put her recent career troubles behind her today as she soaked up the spring sunshine in Chelsea. The brunette was strolling on the fashionable King's Road wearing a smart navy blazer, accessorised with huge sunglasses, a leopard print scarf and one of her signature designer tote bags. And locals in the south-west London borough seemed to be enjoying soaking up the view, too. Scroll down for video . Pippa Middleton seemed to put her recent career troubles behind her today as she soaked up the spring sunshine in Chelsea . Milli Millu The Luxembourg bag . Click to buy here! Visit site . Like the rest of the world, the Middleton family must be counting down the days until the Duchess of Cambridge's due date. But it looks her sister Pippa Middleton is well prepared to carry all of the baggage that will accompany Royal Baby number 2! Looking as sophisticated as ever, Pippa accessorized her skinny jeans and double breasted blazer with a Mercy Delta blue leopard print scarf, a pair of slipper shoes by Jemima Vine and this to die for tote bag, which is by Milli Millu. The idea behind this British brand is to fuse fashion and function, creating bags that fit all your essentials. Featuring labelled interior compartments such as 'My phone' and 'My papers' to keep everything organised, we love the front pocket and gold lock on this so-called Luxembourg style. Click the link (right) to buy yours now. Or if you want to copy Pippa, but your bag budget is a bit smaller, check out our edit below. Topshop Berners Tote Bag . Visit site . Rebecca Minkoff 'Medium MAB' Tote at Nordstrom . Visit site . Foley & Corinna Knotted Tote at Zappos . Visit site . Bally 'Sommet' Tote at Farfetch . Visit site . It's only the second time the 31-year-old has been spotted out since reports emerged that her dreams of a U.S. television career have come crashing down. The Duchess of Cambridge's sister had been in talks to join American TV station NBC as a 'special correspondent', but negotiations for the £400,000 role disintegrated after she was deemed not to have a 'breezy' enough manner. On Friday the 31-year-old stunned in ice-blue Hugo Boss gown at the Disability SnowSport UK Ball, her Mustique tan and dazzling smile hiding what must be serious heartbreak at her latest career effort stalling. And locals in the south-west London borough seemed to be enjoying soaking up the view, too . It's only the second time the 31-year-old has been spotted out since reports emerged that negotiations with U.S. television network NBC have been cancelled . The brunette chose a £475 tote bag by Milli Millu, flat suede pumps and a leopard print scarf for her day out . The Vanity Fair Contributing Editor and Ocado magazine columnist, who was catapulted to fame following her sister's wedding to Prince William in 2011, has long been keen to make a name for herself in the U.S. But a source close to NBC

Summary: Kate's sister is back in London following 'cringeworthy' U.S TV debut . US TV company NBC has decided not to hire her as 'special correspondent' Source says she ‘doesn’t have that breezy, jabbering motormouth quality' But friends of the 31-year-old say she did not want to move to America .


A Delaware Walmart employee has been arrested after police discovered he had stolen thousands of rounds of ammunition and survival gear from the Milford store, according to police. Linwood D. Hallman Jr., 35, had been swiping the ammunition in a string of thefts that have been occurring at the Walmart since January, according to Detective Dwight Young. Young said police also recovered a rifle scope and survival bags and kits at a home in Lincoln where the stolen ammunition was found. Multiple firearms and knives were also discovered and taken into police custody, according to Delaware Online. Hallman was charged with felony theft and has been committed to Sussex Correction Institution. Walmart employee Linwood D. Hallman Jr., 35, was arrested after police discovered he had stolen thousands of rounds of ammunition, as well as survival gear from the Milford, Delaware store (pictured)

Summary: Linwood Hallman Jr., 35, swiped the ammo in a string of thefts that started in January from the Milford, Delaware store, according to police . He also allegedly took a rifle scope and survival bags and kits . Multiple firearms and knives recovered at the Lincoln home were taken into police custody . Hallman was charged with felony theft .


As the anniversary of Peaches Geldof’s heroin overdose draws near her £1 million home in Kent lies abandoned, a haunting reminder of young mother’s tragic death. With a pram parked by the door, and toys littering the garden, it is the world of a busy family with two young children stopped in time. The country house where Peaches Geldof once lived has reportedly lain uninhabited since the mother-of-two's body was discovered in an upstairs bedroom after overdosing on heroin. Scroll down for video . A Pram lies abandoned outside the country house where Peaches Geldof once lived. It has been uninhabited since the mother-of-two's body was discovered in an upstairs bedroom after overdosing on heroin . The £1 million property, in Wrotham, Kent, appears almost exactly as it was following the journalist and presenter's death in April last year . The house and garden sit, as it has sat for nearly a year. Miss Geldof's home is not believed to be for sale . Peaches (pictured) took a fatal dose of high-purity heroin shortly before she was found dead. At the time of the tragedy Kent Police said the death was ‘sudden’ and ‘unexplained’ Peaches' family, her father, Sir Bob Geldof, her sisters, Pixie, Fifi, and Tiger-Lily, husband Tom and her two young sons are to reunite for the anniversary, the Sunday Mirror reported. Pixie Geldof has said she will not be appearing at this year’s Coachella Festival in California so that she can be in the UK for the anniversary of her beloved sister’s death. A source close to Pixie was quoted as saying she had the choice to perform but preferred to be with her family. She has also reportedly signed a new contract with a record label, penning a number of songs inspired by Peaches. A song about her sister will be released later this year. On the quiet family day planned by Sir Bob to mark the anniversary the family will recall fond memories of Peaches. However, while doing their best to move on from the young woman's death nearly one year ago, Peaches' family home remains untouched and unsold, despite its considerable value. Pixie Geldof (right) has said she will not be appearing at this year’s Coachella Festival in California so that she can be in the UK for the anniversary of her beloved sister’s death with her father, Sir Bob (left) The £1 million property, in Wrotham, Kent, appears almost exactly as it was following the journalist and presenter's death in April last year, and her widower, Tom Cohen, is said to have never returned to their marital home. Miss Geldof's home is not believed to be for sale, but Mr Cohen is said to be staying with their children Astala, two, and Phaedra, one, at his parents' home in South East London. It was Mr Cohen who discovered his wife's body at the home they shared, after he returned from a weekend away on April 7. It was Mr Cohen who discovered his wife's body at the home they shared, after he returned from a

Summary: Home remains untouched and unsold as the first anniversary approaches . Peaches' family gather together one year on from her fatal overdose . Sister Pixie reported to have written song inspired by grief at sister's death .


Fabio Borini took to Instagram on Monday as he shared a selfie of himself with the Script's lead singer Danny O'Donoghue. The Liverpool striker, whose last appearance for the Reds came in the FA Cup win at Bolton last month, was at the Manchester Arena on Saturday as the Irish band performed in front of a packed out attendance. And the 23-year-old was clearly impressed with what he saw on the night, as he then got backstage access to see the band after the concert. Fabio Borini (left) poses for a selfie with the Script's lead singer Danny O'Donoghue (right) Borini posted a photo on Instagram of the band in action on Saturday in Manchester . The 23-year-old has endured a frustrating campaign so far - scoring just once for the Reds . The Italy forward celebrates after scoring Liverpool's opener against Aston Villa back in January . Accompanied with a picture alongside O'Donoghue Borini said: 'The other night @thescriptofficial concert in Manchester! Unbelievable show!! Thanks for the picture..and thanks to the wonderful backstage staff and their awful banter! Ahaha.' Borini also posted a photo of the packed-out crowd with the message: 'The Show! @thescriptofficial.' On the pitch the Italy forward has found playing time hard to come by this season at Liverpool, scoring just once in all competitions - that in a 2-0 win at Aston Villa back in January.

Summary: Fabio Borini attended the Script's concert in Manchester on Saturday night . The 23-year-old posted an Instagram selfie of himself with the band's lead singer Danny O'Donoghue . The Liverpool striker hailed the concert as 'unbelievable', as he was given backstage access afterwards .


Militants fighting for the Islamic State in Syria have thrown yet another young man to his death from a building after accusing him of being gay. Stomach-churning photographs show a large bloodthirsty crowd gathered at the foot of a multi-storey building in the group's de facto capital Raqqa to watch the murder of the young victim. With the baying crowd clambering on to rooftops to get a better view of the savage scene, the blindfolded man is dragged to the roof of the tallest building in the neighbourhood by bearded militants, who use mobile phones to film him being barbarically thrown to his death. Barbarians: Militants fighting for the Islamic State in Syria have thrown yet another young man to his death from a building after accusing him of being gay . Horror: The blindfolded man is dragged to the roof of the tallest building in the neighbourhood by bearded militants, who use mobile phones to film him being barbarically thrown to his death . Sick: The stomach-churning photographs show a large bloodthirsty crowd gathered at the foot of a multi-storey building in the group's de facto capital Raqqa to watch the murder of the young victim . The images were released by local activist group Raqqa is Being Slaughtered Silently, who work undercover in the ISIS stronghold to expose the terror group's atrocities. The photographs carry the distinctive yellow logo of ISIS' propaganda wing Al Hayat Media Centre, suggesting they come from an as-yet unreleased video of the savage murder. The photographs shows a huge crowd gathering at the foot of a run-down building in the west of the city, which ISIS captured in early 2014 amid the ongoing chaos of the Syrian Civil War. So many people are seen in the streets to watch the man being thrown to his death that vehicles are unable to pass, although it appears the militants have erected metal railings to keep the crowds in line, giving a chilling sense of order to the savagery. The blindfolded victim - who is understood to be in his 20s - is seen being dragged to the top of the building by three black-masked militants while two armed but undisguised fighters stand at their side using mobile phones to film the gruesome murder. The next image shows the man plunging to his death, falling face first from behind a white metal railing towards the ground several stories below. Savages: ISIS militants are seen filming the man with mobile phones shortly before he is thrown to his death . Propaganda: The photographs carry the distinctive yellow logo of ISIS' propaganda wing Al Hayat Media Centre, suggesting they come from an as-yet unreleased video of the savage murder . Spectators: The baying crowd are seen clambering on to rooftops to get a better view of the savage scene . Bloodthirsty: The photographs shows a huge crowd gathering at the foot of a run-down building in the west of the city, which ISIS captured in early 2014 amid the ongoing chaos of the Syrian Civil War . The horrific murder

Summary: Young man was thrown from a building in the terror group's 'capital city' He was accused of being gay by the ISIS militants that control Raqqa . Huge crowds gathered at the foot of the building to watch the atrocity . Some climbed on buildings to get a better view of the gruesome scene .


Fernando Alonso has been given the final green light to return to Formula One action in this weekend's Malaysian Grand Prix. For the first time since his accident in pre-season testing in Barcelona in mid-February, Alonso will step back into his McLaren for Friday practice at the Sepang International Circuit. The double world champion sustained concussion from the crash at the Circuit de Catalunya which forced him out of the final test, as well as the season-opening race in Australia 11 days ago. Fernando Alonso gives the thumbs up as he is given the green light to race at the Malaysian Grand Prix . Alonso looks in good spirits as he arrives at the Sepang International Circuit . Alonso missed the first race of the year after crashing during pre-season in Barcelona . Alonso shakes hands with a member of the McLaren team in the garage . But following a considerable amount of speculation over his future, and numerous tests, the Spaniard has cleared the final hurdle via an FIA medical inspection in Sepang. An FIA statement read: 'In accordance with normal procedures, McLaren-Honda driver Fernando Alonso was this morning (Thursday) examined by the FIA medical delegate and chief medical officer at the Sepang circuit medical centre. 'During the examination the driver passed all mandatory fitness tests and has thus been declared fit to race in this weekend's Malaysian Grand Prix.' A happy Alonso later tweeted: 'Green light to race. Thanks to @fia and @McLarenF1 for the work, professionalism and help on this last month. #ready.' Williams driver Valtteri Bottas has also been passed fit after suffering a back injury . Bottas will be on the grid for Sunday's Grand Prix in Kuala Lumpur . Williams driver Valtteri Bottas has also been passed fit to drive in Malaysia after undergoing his own medical checks by the FIA. Bottas was forced to sit out Melbourne after sustaining a back injury during qualifying but following rest and rehabilitation, the Finn has been cleared to race. A Williams statement read: 'Following the injury Valtteri sustained to his lower back during qualifying for the Australian GP, he has been with a leading physiotherapist who has been working with Valtteri and his trainer to make sure he received the best treatment possible ahead of this weekend's race. 'The team has always been fully supportive of Valtteri and his determination to return to the cockpit. 'Following final approval by the FIA medical team in Malaysia today (Thursday), we are pleased to confirm Valtteri will be back in the FW37 this weekend for the Malaysian Grand Prix.' Soon after Bottas tweeted: 'Passed the medical tests and I've been given green light from @fia to race this weekend! Lets do it! #WeAreRacing #MalaysianGP #77.'

Summary: Fernando Alonso given green light to race in Malaysian Grand Prix . Alonso crashed in pre-season in Barcelona and missed the Australian GP . Williams driver Valtteri Bottas also fit to drive after a back injury .


A car used by Cypriot referee Leontios Trattos was set on fire early on Tuesday, police said, the second time he has been targeted in just over a year. The incident is the latest in a string of threats and attacks against referees and their families which led to calls for the officials to boycott games. Police said the car, which was parked in the basement of Trattos' residence at an apartment block in a suburb of the capital Nicosia, was destroyed. Referee Leontios Trattou has had his car attacked for the second time in a year in Cypriot capital Nicosia . Authorities suspect the vehicle, a company car belonging to Trattos's employers, was doused with inflammable fluid and set alight. One of the Mediterranean island's most high-profile referees, Trattos was also targeted in February last year when a bomb destroyed a car parked outside his home. That incident, among a string of attacks against referees, led to a brief suspension of fixtures on the island. The incident is among a string of attacks against referees and their families, there are no injuries reported . The attacks have continued, however, and in January a bomb went off outside the home of a referee's mother, and last month a car belonging to a referee's wife was damaged by a pipe bomb. There have been no injuries reported from any of the attacks.

Summary: Leonotios Trattos had his car attacked for the second time in a year . His vehicle was set on fire in basement under his flat on Tuesday . Referees in Cyprus and their families have been threatened and attacked .


Disgraced news anchor Brian Williams has shown his face in public for the first time after being yanked off of his slot on NBC's Nightly News. Williams, who was kicked off the show for lying about surviving an RPG attack in the Iraq war, was the guest of honor at a fundraiser for the private Catholic high school he attended as a boy. The shamed newsreader schmoozed with guests at a casino in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, in the hope of scraping together $1million to prop up the Mater Dei Catholic prep school in nearby Middletown. Schmoozing: Brian Williams, second from right, showed up at a fundraiser for the Mater Dei Catholic prep school he attended until 1977. He also shelled out $50,000 to a save-the-school fund . Back in the day: Williams is pictured above in the 1970s, when he attended the high school . Budding: Williams, right, was editor of the student newspaper at the New Jersey school . Speaking to the Two River Times, Williams waxed lyrical about his schooldays. He said: 'I had four great years here. I did not know it then, but it was the last degree I’d ever earn. It’s a wonderful school, and it should be open for a long time, for everybody'. 'Four great years': Williams committed to helping save the school just before NBC suspended him . According to the Asbury Park Press, Williams topped off his attendance at the $125-per-head dinner with a $50,000 donation. He handed over the cash without a salary to back it up - as NBC has cut his pay for the duration of his six-month suspension. Williams left Mater Dei in 1977. Afterwards he attended community college and two universities, but never graduated. According to the gala's organizer, Maria Buzzanco, there were 'warm hugs' for the beleaguered anchor at the event, and 'everyone was telling him how much they support him'. He first committed to trying to help save the school days before he was punished by NBC bosses for telling exaggerated tales about covering the Iraq war. Williams had routinely claimed he was on board a Chinook helicopter which was hit by a rocket-propelled grenade, which miraculously did not explode. He later admitted he wasn't there. His old school has also been struggling in recent months, announcing in February it needed to raise an urgent $1million on top of the $10,000 a year it collects from each of its students. Fundraisers say they now have more than $900,000 of their hoped-for total, some $80,000 of which was raised at the fundraiser Williams attended. Singing for their supper: Then $10,000-a-year school has said it needs at extra $1million to keep the doors open .

Summary: Williams showed up at casino dinner to try to save Mater Dei Catholic Prep . He graduated from school, which now charges $10,000 a year, in 1977 . Handed over $50,000 donation as well as attending $125-per-person meal . Williams is not receiving a salary during six-month Nightly News suspension . Was kicked off flagship show for lying about being hit by RPG in Iraq .


Britain is set to feel the chill again as a cold air mass from Russia brings temperatures as low as 1C this weekend with snow expected in some parts of the UK. After the country basked in 17.5C heat last week with thousands of people flocking to parks and beaches, the start of spring is to be pushed back by a 'raw' polar blast from the east. The Met Office blames the low temperatures on high pressure building in the North-east and say the Midlands and the North of the country could see a dusting of snow on the hills. Scroll down for video . A man walks his dog through the snow near Castleside in County Durham as Britain was braces itself for a chilly weekend . Overnight snowfall made for difficult driving conditions around Hay on Wye on the Herefordshire Welsh border this morning . The forecast comes as high altitude areas in the UK, including Durham and Huddersfield, were blanketed with snow today after an overnight fall. Met Office forecaster Laura Young said it is going to be a largely cloudy and grey weekend but where rain meets cold air, further parts of the UK could see snow. She said: 'There was snow in the hills in South Wales today which fell overnight as rain moved westward and reached high altitudes. 'This weekend will see low temperatures of around 6C in the day, which is a few degrees lower than the country's March average of 9.8C. Sharp drop in temperature: A cold air blast blowing in from Russia will cause a chilly weekend in the UK. Above, a scene in Huddersfield today . Cold air blast: Motorists struggle with difficult driving conditions this morning as snow covered the roads in County Durham . Braving the chill: A dedicated jogger braves the cold this morning in Outlane, near Huddersfield where snow covered the ground . 'Nighttime temperatures will fall to 1 to 3C in the North and 2 to 5C in the South and the cloudy weather will actually prevent it from getting any colder. 'The cold air will be felt more where there is rain and we could see some wintry content in places like the Peak District and Yorkshire. 'On Monday and Tuesday it will get back to average with 9 or 10C expected - but it will stay cloudy.' The forecast will come as a disappointment after spring appeared to have arrived at the beginning of the month. Last week the mercury hit 17.5C on the hottest day of the year and some parts of the UK were warmer than Mediterranean hot-spots such as Rome and Athens. Thousands of sun-seekers were pictured flocking to Brighton Beach and London's Hyde Park to welcome what they thought was the start of a new season. Chilly outlook: This weekend is expected to feel much colder thanks to a cold easterly wind blowing in from Russia and Scandinavia . A driver makes their way along an icy road surrounded by snow this morning following an overnight sump on the Herefordshire Welsh

Summary: 'Raw' polar air blowing from Russia and Scandinavia will see night time temperatures drop as low as 1C in the UK . The chilly weather is expected to last all weekend and could bring a dusting of snow to Derbyshire and Yorkshire . There is snow on the ground in South Wales, Huddersfield and Durham today after an overnight fall . Weekend temperatures are a stark contrast to last week, when mercury hit 17.5C on the hottest day of the year .


A teenager, who was groomed by her married former teacher, is now pregnant with his baby. Jeffery Thomas, 40, was banned from the teaching profession for starting a 'sexually-motivated' relationship with his sixth-form student, Lily-Mai Guard, who is now 18. The couple are now expecting a child together and have recently moved to a home in Windsor to start a new life together. Married design-technology teacher, Mr Thomas, was working at Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy, in Bromley, Kent, when he embarked on a relationship with the Year 12 student in 2013. Jeffery Thomas, 40, was banned by a disciplinary hearing for starting a 'sexually-motivated' relationship with Year 12 pupil Lily-Mai Guard (together above) at Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy, in Bromley, Kent . A disciplinary hearing report published this week revealed Miss Guard stayed at his flat one night after school on his birthday, and witnesses say they were seen kissing at least once. It is not known when the affair first began, but witnesses say they saw them together around 10 times outside school. And Mr Thomas and Miss Guard saw each other increasingly over the summer holidays - while he was still married - making 89 calls and texting 29 times in just one-month. The National College for Teaching and Leadership's misconduct panel banned him from teaching indefinitely and found his 'conduct represents a fundamental abuse of his position of trust'. The relationship between the pair continued despite Miss Guard's brother - a fellow teacher - and the school's vice principal warning him off several times. Mr Thomas, who resigned in September 2013, accepted his conduct had breached professional boundaries but denied his behaviour was sexually motivated. However, the report says that during a heated row, Mr Thomas told his wife – who has now moved to the US – that he had kissed the girl. And while the panel found no evidence of a sexual relationship while the pupil was at school, they heard the pair were now living together and the teenager is expecting their first child. The report concluded: 'The fact that Mr Thomas continued to maintain and develop the relationship with student A whilst she was a student, in the face of very clear advice and warnings as to his behaviour, is an aggravating factor in this case. 'Mr Thomas's behaviour undermines public confidence in the profession and damages its collective reputation. In a statement Mr Thomas - known as Jeff - claimed that Miss Guard only stayed at his house once because 'she knew I was low and alone on my birthday.' 'She arrived at my flat late and unannounced,' he said. 'We went to the cinema and she ended up sleeping on the bed (me on the sofa) because she missed her last train home.' Mr Thomas (pictured) was working at the school as a design and technology teacher when he embarked on a relationship with the student. She is now said to be expecting his baby and the pair now live together . He added that 'with hindsight' he realised it was his fault

Summary: Jeffery Thomas, 40, started a 'sexually-motivated' relationship with Year 12 pupil Lily-Mai Guard at Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy, in Bromley . He told misconduct panel they live together and she is expecting his baby . Former sixth-form pupil is now 18 and couple have re-located to Windsor . The design technology teacher has since been banned from classrooms .


London Welsh have parted ways with head coach Justin Burnell and confirmed Rowland Phillips will take charge of team affairs. Former Wales back-rower and defence coach Phillips joined Welsh's staff in 2014 and is now promoted to the main role at the Aviva Premiership's bottom club. Welsh's 74-19 defeat by Exeter Chiefs on March 7 made it 17 losses from as many games, and became the final straw for Burnell, who was thanked for his efforts including their promotion push in 2013-14. London Welsh have parted ways with head coach Justin Burnell (pictured) Phillips insists he can engineer a positive end to the current campaign, telling the club's website: 'It's been a very tough season in the Premiership trying to play with a squad built on an uneven financial playing field. 'But the boys are determined to rescue something from this season.' Phillips, who also played rugby league for both Wales and Great Britain, had a spell as a player for London Welsh in 1997 and his coaching experience includes a spell at Ospreys and in Italy with Viadana and Aironi. Welsh chairman Bleddyn Phillips wished Burnell well for the future, adding: 'As Chairman, I would like to add my sincere thanks and very best wishes to Justin and his family for the future. 'The harsh reality is that the club has had a mountain to climb in terms of now well documented challenges on the financial and structural regime presently in place in Premiership rugby which any coach or club would, to put it mildly, find daunting.' Welsh's 74-19 defeat to Exeter Chiefs on made it 17 losses from as many games .

Summary: London Welsh have parted company with head coach Justin Welsh . Rowland Phillips has been confirmed as Burnell's replacement . Welsh's defeat by Exeter Chiefs on made it 17 losses from as many games .


A team official sparked a match-fixing row in Italy's Serie B after dropping his notes and leaving them on the team bench, where they were found by officials of the other club. Virtus Entella scrambled a 3-3 draw at Frosinone in Saturday's game after equalising with a controversial penalty in stoppage time. Frosinone president Maurizio Stirpe said his club had found a note on the Virtus bench on which the words 'we score with a penalty' had been scribbled, which was interpreted as a forecast of what was going to happen and raised suspicions of match manipulation. Frosinone (whose fans are pictured away at Pescara Calcio in November) claim they found a note on their opponent's bench on Saturday, with the words 'we score a penalty' on it . Frosinone (pictured) drew 3-3 with their opponents Virtus Entella on Saturday, who scored a late penalty . 'If the story is confirmed, would cast more shadows on the entire football system,' he told Italian media. However, Entella angrily denied the suggestion. 'It is not a prediction of the end of the game as feared by some media but rather just a report on the match,' team manager Maurizio Podesta told the club's website. Podesta said he always wrote a detailed report on the team's games, however, he ran out of space near the end and noted down the penalty on a second sheet of paper. 'On the final whistle, and during the celebration of our unexpected draw, I let the second sheet fall, presumably in the vicinity of the Entella team bench.' Despite Frosinone's claims, Virtus Entella have angrily denied the suggestion of match-fixing . Entella's statement added: 'It is with great sadness that we have to reconstruct the facts, which led fans and executives of Frosinone to create a climate of tension and suspicion towards the players, officials and supporters of Virtus Entella.' Last month, Lazio president Claudio Lotito, also a powerbroker in the Italian federation, caused uproar in Italy by naming several small clubs that he did not want to be promoted from Serie B in a leaked phone conversations. Lotito said that promotion of the clubs, which included Frosinone, would be a financial disaster for Serie A. Serie B was hit by a match-fixing scandal in 2010/11 which led to more than 50 players being banned and several clubs suffering points deductions. However, Italian football is also riddled with conspiracy theories, known as 'biscuits', which often turn out to have little or no foundation. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article.

Summary: Virtus Entella scrambed a 3-3 draw with Frosinone in Serie B on Saturday . Entella equalised with a controversial penalty in stoppage time . The Frosinone president claimed his club had found a note on the Virtus bench which said the words: 'we score with a penalty' Entella have angrily denied suggestions the match was fixed .


An old housing commission terrace is just one of several recent harbourside properties sold under the hammer as hundreds more are expected to follow. Located in one of Sydney’s exclusive suburbs, the three-bedroom home in Millers Point is the tenth of 283 state-owned properties to go under the government’s plan to sell off heritage-listed public housing and relocate 600 tenants. Built in the 1860s, the 47 Kent Street home was recently sold in a private sale for a cool $1.64 million – taking the total proceeds of 10 property sales to more than $23.5 million. CEO of Government Property NSW Brett Newman said the NSW government was committed to divesting the remaining government-owned properties in the precinct over the next two years. But Barney Gardner from the Rocks Public Housing Tenants Group told Daily Mail Australia that relocating Millers Point residents will affect the state's social housing waiting list. The 47 Kent Street terrace is just one of several recent harbourside properties sold under the hammer . ‘How can they [government] offer us all these homes to relocate to when the waiting list is still growing?’ Mr Gardner told Daily Mail Australia. ‘Why aren’t they offering these homes to the people on the list first? I don’t understand what the rush is for when there are others who need a roof over their heads more. ‘I have lived here most of my life and if they want to evict me – they'll need to fix the waiting list first - then I’ll move.’ However, last September, the Minister for Family and Community Services Gabrielle Upton said the sale of the Millers Point properties will return hundreds of millions of dollars to the public housing system to help the 58,000 people currently on the housing waiting list. 'This is all about reinvesting money back into the public housing system by selling properties that are very costly to maintain,' Ms Upton said. 'The age and heritage nature of the Millers Point properties mean they often cost four times as much to maintain as the average social housing property.' The government said that for every house sold in Millers Point, it can build three houses elsewhere. Built in the 1860s, the sale of the latest Millers Point home was sold in a private sale for a cool $1.64 million . The elegant Georgian-style sandstone terrace on Kent Street is one of several recent heritage listings offered for sale for the first time in more than a century . The latest sale comes after the first heritage-listed home at 119 Kent Street went under the hammer last year for $1.9million. The second at 23 Lower Fort Street sold for $2.685million. The elegant Georgian-style sandstone terrace on Kent Street is one of several recent heritage listings offered for sale for the first time in more than a century. With prime views of harbour views overlooking East Balmain and easy access to the tourist hot-spot the Rocks and the CBD, the terraces are hotly sought after by developers. But Mr Gardner, who has lived in the area for

Summary: An old housing commission terrace has been sold for a cool $1.64 million . Located in Sydney's newest prestige suburbs, the Kent Street home in Millers Point is one of several recent properties sold under the hammer . It is the tenth Millers Point terrace to be sold under the New South Wales government plan to sell off public housing as prime real estate . For every house sold in inner city Millers Point, three could be built elsewhere in Sydney, the government says . But a resident claims 'relocating' tenants will affect the housing waiting list .


A mystery 'food source' sickened nearly 100 restaurant patrons in Philadelphia last month, but city and state health officials say state law bars them from disclosing what the food was or how it was contaminated. Dozens of lawyers and law students from Temple University became sick after a February 27 feast at Joy Tsin Lau in the city's Chinatown. Some said they were bedridden and others had to seek medical attention after coming down with food poisoning, but the owner insisted her restaurant was not the culprit. Stomach-turning: Dozens of lawyers and law students from Temple University became sick with vomiting and explosive diarrhea after a February 27 feast at Joy Tsin Lau in the city's Chinatown . 'It was not a problem with my restaurant,' Chi Mabel Chan told Philadelphia Inquirer. 'Maybe they got cold or drank too much.' A 'food source' was identified as the cause of the outbreak, but city Health Department spokesman Jeff Moran declined to explain what the food was or how it was contaminated, citing state law that bars them from disclosing findings of investigations. Wes Culp, a spokesman for the state Department of Health, said the law prohibits disclosure of 'diseases or any records maintained as a result of any actions taken in consequence of those reports.' 'We do not disclose information related to an investigation unless there is a public health purpose to sharing the information,' Culp said in an email. In a report two weeks prior to the outbreak, a city Health Department employee cited the restaurant for multiple violations, including a lack of soap and paper towels in the employee restroom, which was noted as a repeat violation. The February 10 report stated in part: 'Potentially hazardous ready to eat food, prepared in the food facility and held for more than 48 hours, located in the walk in cooler, was not date marked.' The health department inspector also found that multiple food items located inside a refrigerator beneath the counter were not covered 'to prevent possible contamination.' In 2010, the Health Department issued a cease-and-desist order against Joy Tsin Lau alleging 'failure to ensure that public-health standards for a safe and sanitary operation' are being maintained. About 250 people attended the ill-fated banquet celebrating the Lunar New Year at the landmark Chinese restaurant at 1026 Race Street. The owner insisted her restaurant was not the culprit, suggesting that the afflicted diners drank too much or came down with a cold . At the event, which doubled as a fundraiser for the Temple university Asian Pacific American Law Student Association, guests were served an eight-course dinner featuring Peking duck, walnut shrimp, spare ribs, deep-fried fish and a host of other dishes. One of the patrons at the restaurant that night was David Haase, a Philadelphia attorney, who told Daily Mail Online in an email Friday that the mystery illness felled him 30 hours after the feast and kept him bedridden for four days. He recalled that while none of the dishes he had that night tasted ‘spoiled’ per se, he noticed that nearly

Summary: Dozens of lawyers and law students from Temple University became sick after a February 27 feast at Joy Tsin Lau . Owner insisted her restaurant was not to blame, saying the guests must have gotten too drunk . Health Department inspector cited eatery for multiple violations two weeks before outbreak . Pennsylvania state law bars health officials from disclosing findings of investigations .


Everton captain Phil Jagielka says the players have to share responsibility for an alarming slump that has seen them win just one of their last 12 Premier League matches. Wednesday's 2-0 defeat at Stoke left the Toffees in 14th place, just six points above the drop zone with 10 games to go, although 18th-placed QPR have a match in hand. This latest loss saw the heat turned up on Everton boss Roberto Martinez with '£MartinezOut' trending in the UK on Twitter in the aftermath - despite fans in the away end at the Britannia Stadium showing vociferous support for him and the team at half-time - but Jagielka insists the squad must also take the blame. Everton captain Phil Jagielka says the players must take responsibility for their poor Premier League form . England international Jagielka says it is time for the players to 'buck up our ideas' 'The fans were great (against Stoke). It has been a difficult season to watch us because the performances have not been as good as last season,' Jagielka told the Liverpool Echo. 'They are going to vent their frustrations, it is normally the manager that gets it as he is head of the food chain. 'But we as players know we need to buck our ideas up, start performing better and take pressure off him, pressure off ourselves and start getting some more points.' Roberto Martinez is coming under increasing pressure to turn it around after one league win in 12 games . Everton manager Martinez and his team look lost in the Barclays Premier League of late . Martinez swept into Goodison in 2013 armed with promising sound bites and a snappy dress sense to match a refreshing cavalier playing style that had taken Wigan to FA Cup glory only a month earlier. The former Swansea midfielder also oversaw Wigan's relegation from the top flight, but that was largely forgotten as he proved a runaway success on Merseyside, taking Everton back into Europe after a four-year absence and just missing out on a place in the Champions League. But this season has proved much more difficult for the Toffees, with a porous defence and stuttering form in front of goal leading to a growing sense of frustration. Victor Moses (centre) rises up to head home his side's opening goal en route to a 2-0 victory against Everton . Stoke substitute Mame Biram Diouf sealed win with a late goal after reacting to Marko Arnautovic's rebound . What has vexed supporters even more is their contrasting displays in the Europa League, with the Toffees beating high-flying Bundesliga outfit Wolfsburg home and away en route to a largely trouble-free run into the last 16. The visit of Dynamo Kiev is next up for Everton in that competition, but Jagielka concedes their focus now has to be moving clear of the Premier League's basement battle. 'We know we need to concentrate on our league form,' he added. 'We have 10 games left now and need to pull our finger out and start picking up points.'

Summary: Everton were beaten 2-0 by Stoke at the Britannia Stadium on Wednesday . Toffees have won just once in their last 12 Premier League games . Pressure is mounting on manager Roberto Martinez with club 14th . Phil Jagielka says the players must share the responsibility .