Giedo van der Garde stands on the brink of driving in this weekend's Australian Grand Prix after Sauber suffered another defeat in their legal battle with the Dutchman. Van der Garde was axed by Sauber from his role as test driver at the end of last year as the Swiss-based marque employed Marcus Ericsson and Felipe Nasr. But, with a contract from the team stating he was to be given a full-time seat for this season, Van der Garde has pursued Sauber through the courts these past few weeks. Giedo van der Garde, outside the Victorian Supreme Court on Wednesday, has charged Sauber with reneging on a deal to give him a race seat after they signed Marcus Ericsson and Felipe Nasr . An arbitration panel in Switzerland initially ordered Sauber 'to refrain from taking action' that would deny Van der Garde a drive. That decision was then upheld on Wednesday by the Supreme Court in Victoria, Australia, following a hearing on Monday. Although Sauber immediately launched an appeal, that has now been rejected following the latest hearing on Thursday. At present, Van der Garde is now pursuing an enforcement of the order to ensure Sauber comply, which would result in the 29-year-old taking part in first practice from 12.30pm local time on Friday. Sauber are now left with three drivers; Van der Garde, Marcus Ericsson (left) and Felipe Nasr (right) For Sauber team principal Monisha Kaltenborn, she has three drivers on her books, but only two seats available. Should Kaltenborn ignore the ruling and opt to continue with Ericsson and Nasr she and the team could find themselves in contempt of court. In pursuing the enforcement in a separate hearing and in front of a different judge less than an hour after the appeal verdict was handed down, van der Garde's lawyer called for the potential sequestration of Sauber's assets and committal of its directors if the team failed to comply. Sauber have since been asked to provide a list of those assets, which includes their cars and equipment at Melbourne's Albert Park in place for the race. Court proceedings are due to continue at 10.30am local time (11.30pm UK), just two hours before the start of first practice. Sauber's failure to comply could result in the sequestration of their assets, and the possibility of action being taken against Kaltenborn given her position as a director. For his part, Van der Garde is also attempting to acquire a valid and temporary super licence - required for any driver to compete in F1 - as the one in place for last season has since expired. The 29-year-old must do so through his local motor-racing authority in Holland, who in turn contact world governing body, the FIA. Van der Garde had said he was looking forward to going back to the team and driving for them this weekend . Felipe Massa has praised Van der Garde's actions, claiming 'it is a good thing for all drivers' Speaking outside court, Van der Garde said: 'Sauber has to work with us now. There is no

Summary: Sauber lose appeal to block Giedo van der Garde's bid to force them to let him drive for them at first race of the Formula One season in Melbourne . Van der Garde has accused Sauber of reneging on deal to give him drive . Dutchman Van der Garde claims he has a 'good relation with the team' But it remains unclear whether he will drive in Sunday's season opener .


Edward Snowden may finally be coming home. A Russian lawyer for Snowden said on Tuesday the fugitive former U.S. spy agency . contractor who leaked details of the government's mass . surveillance programs was working with American and German . lawyers to return home. His biggest demand it seems is that he be given a fair trial when charged for his offenses. Scroll down for video . Edward Snowden (above) may finally return home to the United States it was revealed on Tuesday . Snowden's Russian lawyer Anatoly Kucherena (above) said they were working out a way to solve the issue of his extradition with the United States . 'I won't keep it secret that he... wants to return back . home. And we are doing everything possible now to solve this . issue,' said his lawyer Anatoly Kucherena while speaking at a news conference about a book he had written on Snowden. 'There is a group of U.S. lawyers, there is also a group . of German lawyers and I'm dealing with it on the Russian side.' Moscow granted Snowden asylum in 2013, and he has been given a three-year residence permit in Russia. This at a time when relations between the two countries are already strained. The United States wants Snowden to stand trial for leaking . extensive secrets of electronic surveillance programs by the . National Security Agency, but Russia has repeatedly refused to . extradite him. He has been charged with theft of government property and two counts of violating the 1917 Espionage Act. And while the government is eager to have Snowden see his day in court, public support for the 31-year-old may be at an all time high. The documentary about Snowden, Citizenfour, won the Oscar last week, with director Laura Poitras (left), journalist Glenn Greenwald (center), and Snowden's girlfriend Lindsay Mills (right) accepting the award . Just last week the documentary Citzenfour, which examined the leaking of these classified documents by Snowden to journalist Glenn Greenwald, and his quest for asylum in the aftermath, took home the Oscar for Best Documentary at the Academy Awards. Snowden's girlfriend, Lindsay Mills, was there to accept the award alongside Greenwald and the film's director, Laura Poitras. He was also interviewed by New York Times media columnist David Carr in the esteemed journalist's last ever public appearance. In a recent Reddit AMA, Snowden said that through this all his biggest regret is that he did not come forward with these leaks sooner, believing that if he had he might have limited some of the government's abuse of their powers.

Summary: Edward Snowden may finally return home to the United States it was revealed on Tuesday . Snowden's Russian lawyer Anatoly Kucherena said they were working out a way to solve the issue of his extradition with the United States . Snowden has been charged with theft of government property and two counts of violating the 1917 Espionage Act for leaking classified documents . This comes one week after the documentary about Snowden leaking this information, Citizenfour, won the Oscar for Best Documentary . Snowden has said that he will return home if he is given a fair trial by the United States government . He recently said his biggest regret through this all is that he did not come forward with these leaks sooner .


South Africa have still never reached the final of an ICC Cricket World Cup after losing at the semi-final stage for the fourth time in a nail-biter with New Zealand, doing little end their tag as chokers. The Proteas won their first ever knock-out match in a World Cup against Sri Lanka for the chance to meet the Black Caps at Eden Park but fell in a thrilling match reduced to 43 overs each in Auckland. The set New Zealand 298 courtesy of 50s from AB de Villiers and Faf du Plessis but had their hearts broken when Grant Elliott, who was born in Johannesburg, hit a six to win the match with a ball to spare. South Africa quick Dale Steyn appears shocked after being hit for the match-winning six by Grant Elliott . Elliott was dropped with New Zealand still 14 runs short of victory when JP Duminy (left) collideed with substitute fielder Farhaan Behardien in the outfield as South Africa fall short again at a World Cup . The ball slips through the hands of Behardien (right) as Duminy is helpless to assist during the defeat . When it really mattered, they fumbled two clear run-out chances and then saw JP Duminy and Farhaan Behardien collide in the deep when Eliott skied one with 14 needed for victory. It certainly wasn't the first time South Africa has so close yet so far - here Sportsmail looks at the Proteas' worst World Cup chokes. South African captain AB de Villiers dives to try and run out New Zealand batsman Corey Anderson . De Villiers falls over the stumps as Anderson was given a reprieve on his way to 58 from 57 balls . 1996 QUARTER-FINAL VS WEST INDIES, KARACHI, PAKISTAN . West Indies legend Brian Lara celebrates his century against South Africa in 1996 . When Brian Lara dragged West Indies to 264 with a classy 111 in a fast even for modern standards 94 ball, with help only from a young Shivnarine Chanderpaul with 56, it was a gettable total for the South Africa. And they looked to be making short work of it as they cruised to 118 for one at the halfway mark. However, a spectacular collapse sparked by Windies' left-arm spinner Jimmy Adams saw a very different story emerge. Opener Andrew Hudson went for 54 for the second wicket, Daryll Cullinan followed two runs later for 69. Captain Hansie Cronje showed some resistance with 40 before he became Adams' third scalp. Fellow spinner Roger Harper then took over in Karachi, ripping through the middle order of Jonty Rhodes, Brian McMillan and Shaun Pollock, and then knocked over one of their two proper tail-enders in Steven Palframanfor. When Courtney Walsh knocked over Paul Adams' stumps the Proteas fell short on 245. Brian McMillan walks off the pitch as keeper Courtney Brown celebrates Roger Harper catching him LBW . 1999 SEMI-FINAL VS AUSTRALIA, EDGBASTON, ENGLAND . South Africa and Australia ended tied on 213, but the Aussies’ record in the Super Six stage saw them advance to the

Summary: New Zealand defeated South Africa in their World Cup quarter-final . The Proteas were in the box seat to win before Grant Elliott's innings . The loss follows a series of heart-breaking knockout stage exits . South Africa have still never reached a World Cup final .


Two Michigan police officers have been applauded for their kindness after buying a child car seat for a hard-up couple rather than issuing them a ticket. Officers Jason Pavlige, 32, and James Hodges, 26, of Fruitport Township, Michigan responded to a call made by a McDonald's worker who was concerned that a baby was not properly secured in a car seat when her parents picked up some food from the restaurant. When the officers stopped the couple's car, they found the 10-month-old girl sitting in her mother's lap while her father drove the vehicle. The couple, who have not been identified, explained that they did not have the means to buy a seat. Scroll down for video . Above and beyond: Fruitport Township Officers James Hodges, left, and Jason Pavlige, right, bought a car seat for a couple's daughter rather than issuing them a ticket for failing to have her properly secured . 'They had just recently moved to the area,' Hodges told ABC News. 'We tried to have them contact family but they don't have anyone close. There were no co-workers, no one who could help them out.' Rather than giving the couple a ticket, the officers decided on a different tact. 'We spoke with each other and made the decision to go get them a car seat so we'd know the kid was safe and that this issue wouldn't come up again,' Hodges said. The two men pooled their money and, while Pavlige stayed with the family, Hodges went to a local Walmart to buy a new car seat for the baby. They installed the seat and showed the shocked couple how to use it. Quick-thinking: After learning the family could not afford a car seat for their child, the two officers pooled their money and went to this Walmart to buy a new seat before installing it for the shocked couple . 'They didn't say much but were just very appreciative,' Hodges said. The two officers didn't tell anyone about their good deed, which they carried out in February, but it came to light after a Walmart employee called the police station to let their superiors know. But the men said they were simply doing their jobs. 'We made the decision that was what we needed to do to solve the issue,' Hodges said. 'It's just part of what police officers do on a daily basis.' In a letter to the officers, Public Safety Director Ken Doctor thanked the men for their actions, Mlive reported. 'This certainly goes above and beyond what is expected of you in serving our community,' his letter read. 'It reflects the care and compassion of the officers serving Fruitport Township. Not the first time: In 2009, Pavlige (left) was given a 'life saving award' for saving a golfer who had a heart attack. He is pictured with resident David Wingate Sr., who helped him, and Police Chief Paul Smutz . 'Sincere thanks for representing our department so well and providing, great service to the community. Keep up the good work.' It is not the

Summary: Fruitport Township Officers Jason Pavlige and James Hodges responded to a call about a couple who had not secured their baby a proper seat . They found the 10-month-old girl sitting on her mother's lap . But they learned that the couple could not afford a car seat for the girl so decided against issuing them a ticket . They pooled their money and bought them a car seat from Walmart . The good deed came to light when a Walmart employee called the police station to report their kindness .


A British flight attendant has been questioned by police in Dubai after his apartment was identified as the source of a fire which ripped through more than 100 homes. Residents fled in their pyjamas and some were barefoot as they navigated burning debris falling from the Marina Torch tower - one of the world's tallest residential buildings - in the early hours of February 21. Police have pinpointed the source of the blaze to an apartment belonging to a British national who works as cabin crew for an airline, local news websites have reported. Scroll down for video . Aftermath: The fire broke out at about 2am local time on February 21 on the north-east end of the densely populated district . Devastation: Westleigh Flynn's apartment has been deemed uninhabitable following the fire on February 21 . Blaze: Residents fled in their pyjamas and some were barefoot as they navigated burning debris falling from the Marina Torch tower . General Khalil Ibrahim Al Mansouri, head of the Criminal Investigation Department, told 7DAYS the man had been questioned but not arrested, but did not give a cause of the fire. He said: 'The fire started in his flat and it’s routine procedure to question him and his family, who were inside the flat.' The man was with his wife on the 51st floor at the time but no criminal activity is suspected,The National reports. More than 100 apartments in the 86-storey, 330-metre-tall skyscraper - a new tower in the expat-heavy Marina district of the city - have been condemned and many stricken residents are still homeless. Some are staying with friends and kind strangers while others have checked into hotels. Westleigh Flynn, 37, is still living out of a suitcase after his $1.4million (£900,000) duplex property on the 79th floor was damaged in the fire. Mr Flynn, who is originally from Dublin, Ireland and works as a hospitality investment consultant, was in London when the fire broke out but returned to Dubai to find devastation. His home, which he rents with his boss, is one of the 101 apartments to be condemned. He said: 'I was very lucky. A friend put me up for a couple of nights before I went to another friend. 'It's mostly water and smoke damage.' Luxury: This $1.4million (£900,000) duplex property on the 79th floor of the tower was damaged in the fire . A British flight attendant has been questioned by police after his apartment was identified as the source of the fire . Debris: Mr Flynn tweeted this picture from inside his apartment, which is uninhabitable following the blaze . Another Torch tower resident, who lived on the 81st floor with her sister, told MailOnline: 'We went back last week on Tuesday or Wednesday to check if the apartment was ok. 'Luckily, the water system did not go off and nothing was damaged. 'Sadly, we were there not to settle back in, but to take the basics of what we needed, turned off all non-necessary functioning electronics, emptied out the fridge and freezer and left for

Summary: British man questioned after his flat was identified as the source of the fire . More than 100 homes uninhabitable after early morning blaze last month . Briton was in apartment at the time but 'criminal activity' is not suspected . Fire broke in 86-storey Marina Torch tower at about 2am on February 21 . Some residents are still living out of suitcases with friends and in hotels .


Sen. Barbara Mikulski, the longest serving woman in the history of Congress, announced Monday that she will not run for re-election. 'Do I spend my time raising money, or do I spend my time raising hell?' the 78-year-old old Maryland Democrat, now in her fifth term, said she asked herself when deliberating whether to seek a sixth term next year. 'I don't want to spend my time campaigning for me. I want to campaign for the people,' she said at a news conference in the Fells Point neighborhood of Baltimore. 'Do I spend my time promising what I would do – or do it now and do it the way I like to?' Senate Appropriations Committee Ranking Democrat Barbara Mikulski, a Marylander shown in 2012, announced that her plans for the future don't include Congress . The diminutive Mikulski, seen standing on a box behind a Senate podium, castigated Republicans on Feb. 24 for refusing to pass a Homeland Security funding bill without a string attached that would de-fund the persident's executive actions on immigration . Mikulski, a tough, no-nonsense lawmaker who rose to the leadership of the powerful Appropriations Committee, became the longest-serving woman in the history of Congress in 2012. She was first elected to the House of Representatives in 1976 and has served in the Senate since 1987. She said that when her term has ended, 'I will know that I will have given it my best shot.' Her retirement is certain to set off a race among potential candidates to succeed her, including Democratic Reps. Chris Van Hollen and Donna Edwards, and former Govs. Martin O'Malley, who is considering a bid for the Democratic presidential nomination, and Republican Bob Ehrlich. She becomes the second Senate Democratic woman to announce her retirement this year, following Barbara Boxer of California. In a 2014 interview, Mikulski said her approach as chair of the Appropriations panel was 'to focus with civility and courtesy. Old school values. Don't do surprises or stunts and negotiate directly and not through the press.' In her state, she has been fiercely protective of the environment, especially Chesapeake Bay issues. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell described Mikulski at the time as forceful and results-oriented. 'I think she's terrific,' he said. Mikulski had been seen as more engaging and approachable than her predecessors as appropriations chairman, the late Sens. Robert C. Byrd of West Virginia and Daniel Inouye, Hawaii, both Democrats. She had spent decades honing relationships with members of both parties, learning their needs and end goals. After a short tenure as chairman, she now is the top Democrat on the panel after Republicans captured control of the Senate in last November's elections. 'She knows that if you know somebody and what they want, you can help them be successful. And when you help people be successful, Republicans or Democrats, that's how you move bills,' said Democratic Sen. Patty Murray of Washington, a Mikulski protege. Mikulski has also been an active advocate of equal pay for women. The Maryland senator sponsored legislation last year aimed at tightening a

Summary: Mikulski is a Maryland native who bas been in Congress since 1976 and a senator since 1987 . Democratic Reps. Chris Van Hollen and Donna Edwards, and former Govs. Martin O'Malley and Bob Ehrlich, could all run to replace her . Mikulski's exit announcement came just weeks after a similar announcement from California Democratic Sen. Barbara Boxer .


A hound called Coco has become caught up in a remarkable international custody battle after being ‘rescued’ by a couple who are now facing a lawsuit from a woman claiming to be the rightful owner. Coco was found wandering a beach in Aruba, in the Caribbean Sea, last October by husband and wife Lisa and Dan O’Connell, who claimed she was in shocking condition. The O’Connells, from North Attleboro in Massachusetts, said that they thought she was a stray. Scroll down for video . Coco was found wandering around on a beach in Aruba, in the Caribbean Sea, last October by husband and wife Lisa (pictured) and Dan O’Connell, who claimed she was in shocking condition . An Aruba resident called Cornelia Hajdinyak told the O’Connells that Coco was actually hers – and called Whitey Pinky. She has set up a Facebook page to support her claim . Ms O’Connell told WBZ-TV: ‘She was dehydrated, she seemed hungry, she seemed sad. She absolutely looked like a dog that nobody was caring for.’ Husband Dan added: ‘The dog had many ticks on it and its paws were raw, either from the hot sand or the hot asphalt.’ They both claim that the dog wasn’t wearing a collar and that no other form of identification was visible. Believing that they were being good Samaritans, they called a vet to get the dog treated then contacted an Aruba animal rescue centre to help process adoption of Coco. However, when they returned from their vacation they received a message from an Aruba resident called Cornelia Hajdinyak who told the O’Connells that Coco was actually hers – and called Whitey Pinky. The O’Connells launched a crowd-funding page to help pay their legal bill and keep the dog stateside . Ms Hajdinyak, in a Facebook page to support her claim, said that Whitey Pinky ‘only lives two minutes from the beach’ and is used to going there ‘with her best friends Buddy and Wolly, which live just next door' that they 'all know their way home’. As well as posting photographs and videos of the dog on the page, she published emails that she’d written to the O’Connells, describing how she found her in 2011 at the front of her house and adopted her. She wrote: '[Whitey Pinky] loves running, hiking, walking, swimming, bicycling, being on a boat, catamaran or jetski, driving in the car; there is nothing she doesn't want to be part of!' She claims that the dog was 'confiscated' within two days by the O'Connells, leaving little time for a proper search, but they argue that Hajdinyak waited two weeks before she began looking for her. The O’Connells remain determined to keep Coco, who they’ve become very fond of. They believe that returning her ‘would put her life in jeopardy’. Now both sides have brought in lawyers in a bid to secure custody of the animal and the case is set to be settled in court. The O’Connells launched a crowd-funding page to help pay their legal bill, which has reached several thousand dollars.

Summary: Massachusetts couple found what they thought was a stray dog in Aruba . They called a vet, adopted the dog through a charity - and called her Coco . The couple, Lisa and Dan O'Connell said Coco was in shocking condition . However, now an Aruba resident claims that the dog is in fact hers . She is suing the O'Connells and has set up a campaign Facebook page .


Mike Baird was met with cheers of ‘four more years’ as he took the stage at the Liberal party’s State Election campaign launch at the City Recital Hall in Sydney’s CBD on Sunday. Mr Baird made several new policy announcements including a promise to introduce scholarships for 25,000 TAFE students, new incentive payments that encourage small businesses to take on more staff and an early roll out of the National Disability Insurance Scheme. He also promised to create 150,000 jobs for his constituents if his government is re-elected next weekend. Premier Mike Baird is currently leading Labor in the two-party preferred polls . While the Liberal Party outlined its plan for New South Wales in the next term they also commenced an unorthodox smear campaign designed to undermined the Labor’s party move to stop the privatisation of the state-owned electricity network. Media and supporters were handed decks of playing cards that featured ‘facts’ to counter the ‘lies’ ALP are purportedly spreading in an attempt to thwart the power sale. They claim New South Wales consumers have been hit with ‘some of the highest power bills in the Western world.’ Opposition leader Luke Foley features as the deck’s Joker, his scathing blurb accuses him of being the ‘chief beneficiary’ in the ‘campaign of deceit.’ The cards claim New South Wales consumers have been hit with ‘some of the highest power bills in the Western world.’ The 'Poles and Liars' cards were distributed on Sunday to media and supporters at the campaign launch . The deck continues to mock the Labor party’s campaign by citing twelve ALP members who allegedly support the sale, including former Prime Minister Paul Keating. Kristina Keneally, former New South Wales premier, has also been caught up in the controversy appearing as the Queen of Hearts and being labelled a supporter of the sale. She was quick to hit back on twitter saying the claim was unfounded as she ‘never supported the sale.’ In the meantime Luke Foley attempted to rally his supporters with claims that a win for him would be the first nail in the Prime Ministers coffin. Luke Foley was seen in Burwood on Sunday rallying his voters as the election draws nearer . "If Mr Baird goes next Saturday, Mr Abbott goes on the Monday," the Labor leader told a crowd in Burwood on Sunday. Relying on the public's apparent disdain for Mr Abbott may not be enough to turn the election around for Mr Foley the polls show the Coalition leading Labor on a two party two-party-preferred basis. Labor has vocally opposed Mr Baird plans to privatise the State-owned electricity network . The Liberal’s are tipped to get the chance to implement their $20 billion infrastructure program however it’s likely they'll lose the majority power they wield. Mr Baird is believed to be doing well in Western Sydney with Labor having a better chance of securing seats outside the state’s capital.

Summary: Mike Baird announced several new initiatives at his campaign launch . They include 150,000 more jobs, scholarships for TAFE students and early roll out of the National Disability Insurance Scheme . Playing cards undermining Labor's campaign were also handed out . They offer 'facts' to counter Labor's 'lies' about the electricity sell off . Luke Foley is featured as Joker and Kristina Keneally as Queen of Hearts . Mr Baird's tipped to retain his position as Premier but may lose his majority .


Wasps have announced the appointment of Lee Blackett as their new backs coach for next season. The 32-year-old will move to the Aviva Premiership side from Championship club Rotherham, where he is currently head coach. He will replace former Wales fly-half Stephen Jones, who is returning to the Llanelli-based Scarlets in a coaching capacity. Wasps have announced the appointment of Lee Blackett as their new backs coach for next season . Wasps rugby director Dai Young said: 'We always knew the time would come when Stephen would want to return to Wales with his young family. He has done a great job for us. 'Lee is one of the brightest young coaches in Britain, who has won admiration throughout the game for how he has turned Rotherham Titans into one of the strongest teams outside of the Premiership. 'He has impressed knowledgeable onlookers by his attention to detail, enthusiasm and professionalism, and his proven ability to get the best out of the players he coaches.' Blackett (left) pictured playing for Leeds in 2010 as he is tackled by Guillaume Bousses (centre)

Summary: Lee Blackett will move to the Aviva Premiership side next season . The 32-year-old is currently head coach at Championship club Rotherham . Blackett will replace former Wales fly-half Stephen Jones .


The devastated mother of an alleged rapist who was dragged from a prison by an angry Indian mob and stripped naked through the street refuses to accept her son was a rapist. Zubaida Khan, 60, cannot accept her son is now dead after a mob broke into a prison and dragged him out to be beaten on the streets. It comes as police arrested 18 people in Nagaland state, but it was unclear if they were directly involved in the killing of Syed Faird Khan, also known as Sharif, whose body was then strung up to a clock tower on Thursday. Scroll down for video . Khan's mother Zubaida Begum and his brother Syed Sarif Uddin Khan comfort each other after hearing of his death by lynch mob . Khan, 60, cannot accept her son is now dead after a mob broke into a prison and dragged him out to be beaten on the streets . Mrs Khan spoke of her devastation saying: ‘I want my son back, he cannot die, and he cannot leave me. I want him back' Khan's brother, Syed Jamal Khan, said he was innocent and accused police of trying to falsely implicated him of rape . Speaking from the family home in Karimganj, in the state of Assam, Mrs Khan said: ‘I want my son back, he cannot die, and he cannot leave me. I want him back.’ The widow and mother of seven can barely speak through the grief. Sharif’s youngest brother, Syed Naseeruddin Khan, 28, said the family feels guilty for not being able to help him. He said: ‘My mother collapsed after hearing the news of his death, she’s not stopped crying. ‘She kept shouting and screaming and demanding to see him. We’re terrified of leaving the house in case the mob come for us too.’ According to police Khan had been accused of raping a 19-year-old student on February 23 at a hotel in Dimapur, in the state of Nagaland, eastern India. A mass protest erupted against the rape charges on Thursday and an Indian mob broke into Dimapur Central Jail and managed to pull out Sharif before beating him on the streets. The mob stripped him naked and paraded him through the town before he was beaten to death and his body hung from a clock tower in the heart of Dimapur. They also set fire to homes and shops in an area where the suspect ran his business. Naseeruddin said they burnt many of the family’s cars and properties. He explained: ‘Our shop with seven cars in Dimapur was ruined, they were set on fire and looted. ‘We were all terrified for our lives; we left the city as the protests started. We fled to our ancestral family home in Assam. We thought we were in danger too.’ Several thousand people gathered as alleged rapist Syed Farid Khan (pictured, top) was mercilessly beaten to death by a lynch mob. Police have now arrested 18 people who were part of the frenzied mob . The gang overpowered security at the Central Jail

Summary: Police have arrested 18 people who were part of a lynch mob in India . The men broke into prison in Dimapur city and kidnapped an alleged rapist . Syed Farid Khan was stripped and dragged four miles while being beaten . He was also pelted with stones and then strung up on a clock tower . Khan's brother says he is innocent and he was falsely accused by police . His mother Zubaida says she also cannot accept that her son is a rapist . WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT .


He discovered a passion for flying somewhat late in life. But Harrison Ford embraced it with gusto and claimed to fly his planes as much as he drove his vintage cars. The actor was 52 when he first seriously started flying lessons and over the years the Indiana Jones star has amassed an impressive aviation collection. The experienced and respected pilot keeps the aircraft at the Santa Monica Airport - which is where he was where he had taken off from in his two-seater PT- 22 shortly before he crashed on a nearby Venice golf course on Thursday. Current fave: Harrison Ford has been seen several times lately flying his silver and yellow PT-22 two-seater vintage plane in and out of Santa Monica Airport. He was last photographed taking off in the aircraft last Friday . A real-life action man: Ford, 72, once said that learning to fly gave him freedom and pleasure and he's survived a number of crashes over the years . The Ryan PT-22 Recruit with its silver metallic body and eye-catching yellow trim was built in 1942 and was primarily designed as a trainer for the U.S. Army Air Corps. Ford was regularly seen flying it in and out of Santa Monica Airport and was last photographed in it just a week ago on Friday February 27. In an interview with The Mail On Sunday back in 2010, the Blade Runner and Star Wars actor talked about some of the planes in his collection and the reasons he loves flying so much. 'Flying is like good music: it elevates the spirit and it's an exhilarating freedom.' he said. 'It's not a thrill thing or an adrenaline rush; it's engaging in a process that takes focus and commitment. Aviator: The 72-year-old actor keeps his collection of planes at Santa Monica Airport and routinely flies himself to and from his ranch in Wyoming . Ford, 72, has a long range jet, a Citation Sovereign, a turboprop aircraft capable of operating on unimproved airstrips; and a de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver single engine bush plane. He also has a 1929 Waco Taperwing open-top biplane, an Aviat Husky, which is a two-seat fabric-covered bush plane, and a Bell 407 helicopter. In 1999, Ford was flying his helicopter along the Lake Piru riverbed, north-east of Los Angeles, when it went down in a hard landing during a routine training session. 'All of my planes are great to fly, and that's why I've got so many of them': The Indiana Jones star's collection includes an Aviat Husky, a Canadian de Havilland Beaver and several Cessnas as well as a 1929 open-top bi-plane and a Bell helicopter . After landing hard the aircraft began skidding forward in the loose gravel before one of its skids struck a partially embedded log and flipped onto its side . Neither the actor nor his instructor were hurt although the helicopter was severely damaged. He later joked the incident gave him the opportunity to buy a new helicopter. The family that flies together.....: The star often uses his private jet

Summary: Back in 1999 Ford walked away unscathed after his helicopter flipped over in hard landing .


The Gilliam family were just trying to celebrate a birthday with a nice dinner out. But their night ended in tears when they had to rush their 2-year-old daughter Gabriela to the hospital drunk. The Asheville, North Carolina couple went to Texas Roadhouse this week to celebrate Derek Gilliam's 25th birthday, with their toddler daughter in tow. The family ordered dinner and non-alcoholic drinks - including a cranberry juice for baby Gabriela. Scroll down for video . Dinner gone wrong: 2-year-old Gabriela Gilliam was accidentally served sangria instead of cranberry juice when she went to eat at a Texas Roadhouse in Asheville, North Carolina with her parents this week. Little Gabriela pictured during another trip this month to the restaurant . Worried sick: Tiffany and Derek Gilliam say their little girl found the drink tasted funny, and then started acting strange and getting sick . Apologetic: The incident happened at this Texas Roadhouse restaurant in Asheville. The restaurant has since issued a public apology to the family, saying it was a honest mistake. However, Gabriela seemed to think the drink tasted funny, leading her parents to try it and also notice something was off. What they figured out was that the waitress had mistakenly brought a glass of sangria to the table instead of cranberry juice, like their ordered. Sangria is a cocktail of wine mixed with fresh fruit. It appears the alcohol was too much for little Gabriela's small body, and she responded quickly. 'She was staggering and she was kissing everything,' mother Tiffany Gilliam told WLOS. The experience likely ruined the restaurant for the Gilliams, who appear to have Favorited the joint. Less than two weeks before, they took Gabriela to the restaurant to celebrate her birthday as well, and she was pictured having a laugh while sitting on a horse saddle in photos posted to Facebook. Hospitalized: The couple took their baby girl to the hospital when she started acting peculiar and doctors diagnosed her with accidental alcohol ingestion . Recovery: The parents say they stayed up all night and worried for days fearing their daughter wouldn't wake up. Above, Derek Gilliam and his daughter . When Gabriela started acting funny this week, and then started getting sick, they took the baby girl to the hospital where doctors diagnosed the girl with accidental alcohol ingestion. However, she is now doing better. The incident caused concern for the Gilliams for days, as they stayed up to make sure their daughter slept soundly. 'I was scared that she might not wake up,' Mrs Gilliam said. 'That she'd choke on her throw up and not wake up. It was the most horrible feeling ever.' 'It was very scary. I mean me my mom, his mom, we were all in tears. I don't want that to ever happen to anybody else's child,' Mrs Gilliam added. The restaurant has since issued a public apology to the family, saying it was an honest mistake. They also took care of the Gilliam's bill and sent one of their employees to the hospital for support.

Summary: Tiffany and Derek Gilliam took their 2-year-old daughter Gabriela with them to Texas Roadhouse this week to celebrate Derek's 25th birthday . The couple ordered cranberry juice for their daughter, but didn't learn until after she started drinking it that it was actually sangria . They took the baby girl to the hospital after she started 'staggering' and getting sick; Gabriela is now doing better . The restaurant has issued a public apology to the family, saying it was an honest mistake .


Burnley boss Sean Dyche believes dressing-room spats between players are 'a natural occurrence' at the highest level. Manchester City visit Turf Moor on Saturday at the end of a week where the club have been forced to play down reports that captain Vincent Kompany was dropped following a bust-up with team-mate Fernandinho. The row allegedly came at half-time during their defeat by Liverpool earlier this month, with neither player in the starting line-up for the clash with Leicester three days later. Vincent Kompany (left) and Fernandinho (right) were involved in a dressing-room row at Liverpool . But Dyche dismissed suggestions it was a good time to face City and can understand why passions occasionally run too high. He said: 'I think it's a natural occurrence. You've got highly-talented, highly-motivated people, all in a working environment that's very challenging. 'Everyone wants a shirt, everyone wants to play, and also, I can only imagine, at that level you're borderline into 25 mini companies. It's not just players, you're dealing with the whole shebang - PR consultants, agents, PAs, who knows what else. 'I imagine it's like having 25 CEOs and trying to align them all with whatever the bigger picture is. There's always going to be challenges because they're powerful-minded people, which is why they're at the top of the game.' Kompany was dropped to the bench when Manchester City hosted Leicester City . Burnley are without a win in two months and sit second bottom of the Premier League table, three points from safety. But City and manager Manuel Pellegrini will certainly not underestimate the Clarets after their stunning performance at the Etihad in December, when they fought back from 2-0 down to claim a draw. Dyche said: 'They've got some fantastic players. We experienced that once before, we gave a good performance and I think overall deserved a point out of the game. But that doesn't guarantee us anything this time around. 'They're a highly-motivated group of players, still in the hunt, still right up there, very experienced and a fantastic manager, so obviously it's a big challenge once again.' Kompany attempts to tackle Raheem Sterling during City's 2-1 defeat by Liverpool . Dyche added to his squad this week with the recruitment on a three-year deal of Norwegian midfielder Fredrik Ulvestad. The Burnley boss has been keen for the club to expand their scouting network into Europe and signed 22-year-old Ulvestad after a two-week trial. The Clarets were already short in midfield before Dean Marney was ruled out for the season with a knee injury last month but Dyche insisted Ulvestad will not be rushed. 'He wanted to come in and I think it's a good way of doing business because he gets a chance to have a look at us and we can have a look at him, and he fitted in straight away,' said the Burnley boss. 'That was probably the key thing. Sometimes players who are with you and are not part of the group, they look not part of the group, but he fitted in seamlessly and

Summary: Captain Vincent Kompany had a bust-up with team-mate Fernandinho . The row allegedly came at half-time during their defeat by Liverpool . Neither player was in starting line-up to face Leicester three days later .


There seemed to be a medal on every uniform – be it military or school. Three Victoria Crosses, four George Crosses, 1,650 gallantry decorations and tens of thousands of campaign medals were awarded during Britain’s 13-year action in Afghanistan. Yesterday, as the country gathered to honour that campaign at St Paul’s Cathedral, several children were wearing the medals of fathers who never returned from the war against the Taliban. Scroll down for video . Gallant: Prince Philip, 93, guides the Queen down the steps of St Paul's Cathedral after Friday's service . It was the Queen who led the nation’s tribute, supported by the 93-year-old Duke of Edinburgh (literally so when it came to negotiating the steps of St Paul’s). In pride of place behind her were the holders of another decoration. The Elizabeth Cross is the medal no one wants. Yet no decoration, surely, is worn with greater pride. Devised by the sovereign at the height of the Afghan conflict in 2009, it is a silver brooch presented to the next of kin of every member of the Armed Forces killed in the line of duty – and there were 453 of those in Afghanistan. Yesterday, the families of every single one had been invited to join the Queen at St Paul’s. Historians and politicians will still be debating the merits of the Afghan project years from now. But the bravery and determination of those called upon to serve there has never been in question. Hence the decision to recognise their collective efforts with a formal act of worship and a parade through the City of London. Entitled ‘A Service of Commemoration, Reflection and Remembrance’ (‘thanksgiving’ might have been triumphal), this was a state occasion of the highest order. All the senior members of the Royal Family – including Afghan veteran Prince Harry – and all the Service chiefs were present, along with the three main party leaders plus representatives of our Nato allies and all the main faiths. For dad: Charlton Taylor, five, son of Royal Marine Michael Taylor who was killed in Afghanistan in June 2010 . Remembered: Charlton (left) wore the medals awarded to his father (right) who was just 30 when he died . Past prime ministers Tony Blair and Gordon Brown were also present. They had front row seats in the South Transept, flanked by senior Forces personnel rather than grieving families. In the run-up to this service some had questioned the presence of the leaders who took Britain into this conflict. There would, of course, have been louder criticism had the two men stayed away. Even so, great delicacy was required. At the close, the ex-PMs were out of a side door and off the premises before the royal chauffeurs had even started their engines. By far the largest section of the 2,600-strong congregation – more numerous, even, than the veterans themselves – were the bereaved. For each holder of the Elizabeth Cross had been granted two invitations – and quite right, too. There were some desperately poignant sights; a schoolboy with Dad’s medals sitting

Summary: Country gathered to honour Afghanistan campaign at St Paul's Cathedral . Queen led the nation's tribute, supported by her husband, Prince Philip . All the senior members of the Royal Family and political leaders attended . Several children were wearing medals of fathers who never returned .


The heckler who was kicked out of Bill Cosby's show at the Lyric in Baltimore on Friday has revealed why he stood up to the legendary comedian. About 15 minutes into Cosby's set, Michael M. Crook shouted: '38 women called you a rapist!'' Audience members told him to quiet down and Cosby urged the crowd to be calm, but Crook was eventually escorted from the venue by security. Scroll down for video . Bill Cosby's performance in Baltimore, Maryland, was filled with protesters and Michael Crook heckled him . Many people have been protesting Cosby's shows since the accusations surfaced (Denver protest pictured) The heckling happened on the same day two more women (seen above with Gloria Allred) made allegations . Before he got the boot, Crook added: 'Tell the one about how to get away with rape', the City Paper reported. It was not difficult for security to find Crook as most of the 2,500 seats in the venue were empty. Crook discussed why he did what he did: 'I stood up to Bill Cosby tonight because I believe the 38 women who have come forward so far to accuse him of raping them. 'I can't speak for those women, but I am determined to stand up with them and tell Mr Cosby that he cannot simply avoid answering for those crimes.' Before the show, over 30 protesters greeted guests as they went into the venue. Crook was not part of that protest effort. He added: 'I wanted [Cosby] to have to face, even if only for a moment, that reality before security escorted me out and allowed him to retreat to the comfort and embrace of audience willing to ignore those women.' Margie Shapiro (left) and Sunni Welles (right) said they were drugged and raped by Cosby as teenagers . Crook said: 'I stood up to Bill Cosby tonight because I believe the 38 women who have come forward' Shapiro has a box of matches with Cosby's name on it that she took from his home in 1975 as a souvenir . Earlier on Friday, two more women, Margie Shapiro and Sunni Welles, came forward to claim they were drugged and raped by Cosby as teenagers. Welles said she was a 17-year-old aspiring singer at the . time of her encounter with Cosby, which took place in the . mid-1960s in Hollywood after a visit to a jazz club. She said: 'He was a star. He was Bill Cosby and I buried it in my . memory until all of these brave women began to come forward.' Shapiro said she was 19 and working at a doughnut shop in Santa . Monica, California, in November of 1975 when she met Cosby. She said he drove her to his place, where she took a box of matches with his . name on it as a souvenir. He later drove her to Hugh Hefner's Playboy mansion, where . she said she took a pill after losing a bet with Cosby and woke . up to him sexually assaulting her. She presented the

Summary: Bill Cosby's performance at Lyric in Baltimore was filled with protesters . During show Michael Crook yelled: '38 women called you a rapist' Crook was told to quiet down by other fans and then escorted from venue . Day of show, two more women came forward with accusations against him .


Six Nations champions Ireland returned home to their native country as heroes after retaining the title in spectacular fashion in Scotland. The tournament went right down to the wire with England, Wales and the Irish all in with a chance of lifting the trophy. But it was the reigning champions who triumphed thanks to an emphatic 40-10 over the Scots - who lost every game in this year's competition. Rob Kearney (centre) holds the Six Nations trophy in front of a mixture of youthful and experienced fans . Jamie Heaslip (centre) poses for a photograph with a young fan after returning to Ireland . Joe Schmidt's side were on course for the Grand Slam after impressing in the opening three fixtures but defeat in Wales, opened up the Six Nations title race and made sure it came down to the final day. Two tries from Sean O'Brien, one for Paul O'Connoll and Jared Payne completed a comfortable victory for the Irish and it was left to England needing to score 26-points to claim the title. Unfortunately for Stuart Lancaster's side it was too much of an ask with a mixture of poor defending and individual errors playing their part in conceding sloppy tries. Winning by 20 points just wasn't enough and Ireland's players were left celebrating at the end of the final game before receiving the coveted Six Nations trophy. It was the first time Ireland retained the title since 1949 and upon their return you could see what it meant to the country with hundreds of people turning out to greet them. Jonny Sexton (left) and Paul O'Connell (right) arrive at Dublin Airport with the trophy fully in her grasp . Ireland's fans got a chance to touch the coveted Six Nations trophy outside Dublin Airport . Heaslip (right) was in high spirits and enjoyed posing for photos with the fans waiting to greet him . The number eight was a top performer for the Irish throughout the competition and looked delighted .

Summary: The Six Nations champions returned home to Ireland as heroes . The Irish thrashed Scotland which was enough to see them life the trophy . Ireland won back-to-back Six Nations titles for the first time since 1949 .


These are the secrets harbored for more than 100 years by a miles-wide reservoir outside of Seattle, Washington. Lake Tapps, which was flooded in 1911 to power a hydro-electric dam, swallowed up four and a half square miles of countryside, including an old railway line and parts of a forest. The images, taken last week by the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, also shows discarded items which have been lost in the lake, which is now used for recreation. Scroll down for video . Revealed: This old wooden railway trestle was unveiled by a draining operation at Lake Tapps, near Seattle, Washington . Emptied out: Local authorities started emptying the lake to enable repairs to be made to a nearby dam. In usual conditions the above homes jut out onto the water . Authorities in the Seattle area drained the lake this winter to relieve pressure on the nearby dam, which had developed a crack. The lake was first formed when the Puget Sound Energy energy company filled the area with water to generate electricity. It stopped producing power in 2009 and has been used for fishing, boating and other waterborne activities since. The maintenance project has now been completed, according to Bonney Lake Courier-Herald, and the lake is being refilled. The process is expected to be finished at the end of May. Abandoned: Bits of junk, and items like this CD, were also uncovered by the lake-emptying project . Underwater forest: These tree trunks have been sitting under the water for the 104 years since the area was flooded . New use: The lake hasn't been producing hydro-electric power since 2009, and is now just for recreation . Normally: Pictured above is Lake Tapps as it looked before the draining operation .

Summary: Lake Tapps, near Seattle, was created by electricity company in 1911 . Four-and-a-half square miles were submerged to power hydro-electric dam . Authorities recently drained lake to repair dam, revealing lake bed .


Estranged real-estate heir Robert Durst was arrested in New Orleans after new evidence emerged about his alleged murder of a friend who may have known about the suspicious disappearance of his wife. He was taken into custody at 4.30pm Saturday night at the JW Marriot on a probable cause warrant for the 2000 Beverly Hills murder of his friend Susan Berman, FBI Los Angeles spokesman Laura Eimiller told Daily Mail Online. Durst has long been suspected of killing Ms Berman, and the arrest follows new evidence seen in the HBO documentary miniseries The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst, which examines the case. His estranged younger brother Douglas, who heads his family's multi-billion dollar real estate company, said that his family was 'relieved and also grateful to everyone who assisted in the arrest of Robert Durst.' Scroll down for video . Robert Durst, (pictured) 71, was arrested in New Orleans Saturday night with an out-of-state warrant from Los Angeles County . Durst was questioned in 2000 after the death of his longtime friend and elderly neighbor Susan Berman, (right) who was going to speak to police about the disappearance of Kathleen McCormack (left, with Durst) His estranged younger brother Douglas, who heads his family's multi-billion dollar real estate company, said that his family was 'relieved and also grateful to everyone who assisted in the arrest of Robert Durst.' 'We hope he will finally be held accountable for all he has done,' he said. Ms Emiller said that Mr Durst was arrested after discussions between the FBI and LAPD planning his apprehension had been going on for the last couple of days. 'As a result of investigative leads and additional evidence that has come to light in the past year, investigators have identified Robert Durst as the person responsible for Ms. Berman's death,' The Los Angeles Police Department said in a statement. The millionaire had been living at the hotel and was recognized by agents in the lobby during his arrest on Saturday. Some suspect that Ms Berman played a role in the disappearance of Dursts's wife Kathleen . Durst's lawyer Chip Lewis said that his client would not fight extradition to California. 'He's maintained his innocence for years,' Mr Lewis said. 'Nothing has changed.' 'It's all about Hollywood now,' he said, adding that the arrest was probably orchestrated by the entertainment industry. The HBO show has stirred up interested in the case again after uncovering new information about Ms Berman's death. The woman's stepson Sareb Kaufman gave filmmakers a letter from Durst to his stepmother a year before she died from a gunshot wound to the back of the head. It has similar handwriting as one sent to police alerting them of her murder right before Christmas. It also featured the same spelling mistake, writing Beverly Hills as 'Beverley Hills'. Authorities in Los Angeles, who have long thought Durst sent the murder letter, have reopened the investigation into Ms Berman's murder after receiving Kaufman's message. The killing took place right before she was scheduled to be questioned about the 1982

Summary: Real-estate heir, 71, arrested with out of state warrant from Los Angeles . Show about his suspected LA killing of Susan Berman in 2000 airs tonight . Victim was to be questioned about 1982 disappearance of Durst's wife . LAPD says arrest follows 'evidence that has come to light in the past year' His brother Douglas said family is 'relieved and also grateful' for arrest . Durst went on trial for 2001 killing of Morris Black but was acquitted .


Tickets for the richest fight of all time between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao will be the most expensive in boxing history. Prices in the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 2 will start at $1,500 (£1,000) in the rafters and rise to an unprecedented $7,500 (£5,000) at ringside. They are already fetching upwards of $150,000 (£100,500) on the black market. Floyd Mayweather (left) and Manny Pacquiao pose in their only face-to-face meeting before their fight . The cost of a seat for Pacquiao taking on Mayweather starts at £1000 and goes up to £5000 . Mayweather said that he and Pacquiao 'both want to win this more than any fight in our lives' Hotels on the Strip are charing $1,000 a night. In return, Mayweather and Pacquiao both promise: ‘We will be the best we can possibly be that night.’ Mayweather added: ‘We both want to win this more than any fight in our lives.’

Summary: Floyd Mayweather fights Manny Pacquiao on May 2 in Las Vegas . The cheapest tickets for the event are £1,000, the best seats cost £5,000 . Tickets are already fetching in excess of £100,000 on the black market . CLICK HERE for Wednesday's Mayweather vs Pacquiao press conference . READ: Mayweather and Pacquiao kick off hostilities . Pacquiao: Beating Floyd Mayweather would be 'good for boxing'


A Dallas woman faces up to 20 years in federal prison for her role in the overdose death of a 19-year-old apparent first-time heroin user. Rian Lashley, whose teenage YouTube debut revealed a talented and beautiful singer rife with potential, died in March 2014 after a stripper's implausible attempt to rob her of $3,000 went terribly wrong. That stripper, Cierra Rounds, gave her disgusting account of the ill-fated plot in court on Tuesday as she pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute a controlled substance. Sad: 19-year-old Rian Lashley was killed in an attempt to rob her by injecting her with heroin that went terribly wrong, prosecutors say. Dallas stripper Cierra Rounds, right, revealed in court Tuesday the calamitous chain of events that led to Lashley's demise . The trouble began when Rounds, along with some of her friends, met with the young woman at a Plano, Texas IHOP in order to sell her $100 worth of heroin. While they ate, the New York Daily News reports, Rounds and her friend Kathryn Dirks, 25, came to discover that Lashley was carrying $3,000 cash ion her purse. Rounds soon reached out to her drug dealer, identified as J.C. or Jaymo, NBCDFW reports, and the plan was hatched. 'I figured ud (sic) want me on this money,' Rounds texted J.C. The trio then drove to a home in Dallas. J.C. told Rounds via text message to keep Lashley there. 'Ima bout (sic) to shoot her up for her first time,' Rounds said. At the home, prosecutors say Rounds and Dirks, at Lashley's request, injected heroin into the teen. Tragic: The trouble began when Rounds, along with some of her friends, met with Lashley at a Plano, Texas IHOP in order to sell her $100 worth of heroin . China White: The 19-year-old had never done heroin. She was sold three bags of China White by Rounds' cohort Glen Brunton, according to prosecutors . Little girl lost: Lashley's funeral home obituary page is covered in heartfelt condolences to Lashley's family, as well as photos from her painfully innocent-looking upbringing . Later that afternoon, Lashley began to appear distressed. Rounds said Tuesday that they then put the teen in a bathtub of ice water in order to try to counteract the heroin. She appeared to go to sleep thereafter and died that afternoon. An autopsy revealed her death was due to heroin overdose. Dirks and a man to whom J.C. gave the heroin to sell to Lashley, 28-year-old Glen Brunton, were indicted on drugs charges last year, the Dallas Morning News reports. Brunton goes to trial in April. Dirks is still a fugitive. Rounds remains jailed pending sentencing and faces a $1 million fine along with her potential jail time. She returns to court in September. Rian Lashley, whose teenage YouTube debut revealed a talented and beautiful singer rife with potential, died in March 2014 after a stripper's implausible attempt to rob her of $3,000 went terribly wrong .

Summary: Dallas stripper Cierra Rounds revealed she injected first-time heroin user Rian Lashley with 'China White' Lashley had reportedly met Rounds and others in March 2014 at an IHOP in order to buy $100 worth of heroin . When Rounds determined Lashley was carrying $3,000 in cash, she decided to steal it by incapacitating her with heroin . After being injected by Rounds, Lashley fell sick and would be dead later that day .


Fall: 21-year-old Cameron Smook fell off the Carnival Glory cruise ship Sunday near the Bahamas. He was a senior at Virginia Tech university . A Virginia Tech student's spring break cruise of the Bahamas turned dark this weekend when he fell off the ship and disappeared in the tropical waters. Engineering student Cameron Smook was caught on cameras falling off the Carnival Glory ship Sunday morning and he hasn't been seen since. His family from Glen Allen, Virginia authorized the university to release his name on Wednesday, and said he was on the cruise with a group of friends. The U.S. Coast Guard spent three days searching for Smook near Great Abaco Island in the Bahamas, but suspended the search Tuesday evening. On Tuesday, Virginia Tech confirmed Smook attends the school, which is currently on spring break until March 15. He was in his senior year, studying mining and minerals engineering in the school's College of Engineering, and was scheduled to graduate this spring. Smook's parents say he had already accepted a job offer and 'was looking forward to a very bright future'. Carnival spokesman Vance Gulliksen says no foul play is suspected in Smook's disappearance. Scroll down for video . On camera: The cruise line was able to confirm that Smook fell off the ship with security footage. Above a picture of the Carnival Glory at port in Miami last year . Group trip: Smook pictured on the right with two friends in a photo posted to Facebook in August 2014. His parents say he boarded the Carnival Glory in Miami on Saturday with several friends . No sign: The U.S. Coast Guard suspended their search for Smook near Great Abaco Island in the Bahamas on Tuesday . The Miami-based Carnival Glory departed Saturday on a seven-day Caribbean Cruise. On Sunday, Carnival informed Smook's family that he was missing at sea on the first leg of the journey. The ship was diverted back to the spot where it's believed Smook went missing, and helped search the area with other boats and the Coast Guard, including fellow Carnival ship Ecstasy. Both ships have since been released from search duty and have continued with their planned journey. Carnival's CareTeam is currently providing support for the missing student's traveling companions and family. 'We extend our heartfelt sympathy and concern for the family and loved ones of our missing guest,' the company said in a statement. In a statement, his family thanked the cruise line 'for their outstanding service and for keeping us informed throughout this ordeal'. Before attending Virginia Tech, Smook graduated from Deep Run High School in Glen Allen. Our son, Cameron Smook, and several of his friends departed from Miami on Saturday, March 7 aboard the Carnival Glory for a Caribbean cruise. On Sunday morning, March 8 we were notified by Carnival Cruise Line officials that Cameron had accidentally fallen overboard during the night and was missing at sea. The United States Coast Guard was notified and began search and rescue efforts. After conducting an extensive air and sea search these efforts

Summary: Security footage captured the moment 21-year-old Cameron Smook fell off the Carnival Glory on Sunday morning . The U.S. Coast Guard suspended the search for search for Smook on Tuesday .


This is the remarkable moment staff and passers-by help a woman as she gives birth to a baby girl at a high-speed railway station in China's Henan Province. Liu Qi, who works at the Hebi East Railway Station, was thrust into the role of midwife and rushed to the waiting room with a stretcher upon hearing the news that a woman was about to give birth. Liu said the woman was unable to walk at the time and that he and several other stewards were needed to assist her and her family. The woman went into labour as she waited for a train at Hebi East Railway Station in China . But as they waited for the ambulance to arrive, the baby’s head started to appear and the stewards were required to react immediately. Liu held the woman’s head back and placed her onto the stretcher before the ambulance finally arrived and medics could take over. After cleaning the mother and her newborn, the medics transferred them both to a hospital where they could be checked over properly. Liu Qi, who works at the railway station, was thrust into the role of midwife as the woman gave birth . The baby was born prematurely and admitted to a hospital affiliated with Henan Xinxiang Medical College . The video, captured by CCTV, shows the dramatic moment the woman is rushed from the platform on a stretcher and placed onto the ground before giving birth. As the baby was born prematurely it is currently suffering from jaundice and has been admitted to a hospital affiliated with Henan Xinxiang Medical College. Zhu Shuaichao, the father of the child, thanked Liu for his role in delivering the baby.

Summary: Mother rushed from the platform on a stretcher and gives birth on the floor . Liu Qi, who works at the Hebi East Railway Station, adopted role of midwife . Baby was born premature with jaundice and was taken to a hospital .


England international Zak Hardaker has been dropped by Leeds after it emerged that he is at the centre of a police investigation. The 23-year-old Leeds full-back and his Rhinos team-mate Elliot Minchella are expected to be interviewed by police in the next few days over the alleged assault of a 22-year-old man in student flats in Leeds. In a statement Leeds said: 'The club have been made aware of an incident in which it is alleged that Leeds Rhinos players Zak Hardaker and Elliot Minchella were involved. England international Zak Hardaker is at the centre of police investigation and has been dropped by Leeds . 'Both the club and the individuals concerned are co-operating fully with the police investigation. 'Until such time as that investigation is concluded neither the club nor the players involved are able to make any further comment.' West Yorkshire police released images of two men earlier this week in connection to a break-in and assault at premises on Burley Road in Leeds on February 3 but since removed them after receiving fresh information. Leeds Rhinos full back Hardaker is taken on by Hull FC ace Steve Michaels who tries to bring him down . A police spokesman said: 'We can confirm that we will be speaking to two men in connection with the incident.' Police say the victim suffered two black eyes and bruising to his ears and neck. In Hardaker's absence, Leeds coach Brian McDermott gave a full debut to teenager Ashton Golding at full-back for the match against the Wolves. Golding, who was given a new four-year contract in December that ties him to the club until the end of the 2018 season, made his Super League debut last season at London Broncos.

Summary: England full-back Zak Hardaker has been dropped by Leeds Rhinos . The 23-year-old is expected to be interviewed by police in the coming days . Hardaker is alleged to have assaulted a 22-year-old man in student flats . Police say victim suffered two black eyes and bruising to his ears and neck .


Former WWE wrestler CM Punk has been pictured in UFC gear for the first time since announcing he had agreed a deal with the mixed martial arts company. Phillip Brooks, the 36-year-old's real name, revealed in December last year that he had signed a multi-fight contract with the UFC and will fight in the welterweight or middleweight division. CM Punk isn't due to make his debut until later this year but he has taken part in a photoshoot revealing his UFC image. Former professional wrestler CM Punk poses for a photoshoot wearing UFC gloves . The 36-year-old announced he had signed a contract with the UFC in December last year . Phillip Brooks, CM Punk's real name, last appeared in the WWE in January last year . The announcement of his switch was made at UFC 181 in December, as Robbie Lawler beat Johny Hendricks in their welterweight title rematch. CM Punk's last appearance in WWE came in January 2014 during the annual Royal Rumble event. In an interview Punk revealed that he was suspended by the WWE after walking out shortly after the event. Following the lifting of his suspension CM Punk claimed he was not contacted by the company and his contract was terminated in June. CM Punk follows in the footsteps of former WWE stars Lesnar, Dave Bautista and Bobby Lashley. CM Punk takes down Mark Henry during their previous match at the WWE Monday Night Raw Supershow .

Summary: CM Punk, real name Phillip Brooks, left the WWE last year . The 36-year-old announced he was joining UFC in December 2014 . CM punk is not due to make his UFC debut until later this year . CLICK HERE for all the latest UFC news .


The 21-year-old son of a Utah doctor found guilty of murder in the 2011 death of his cancer researcher ex-wife has spoken out about how he fought for three years for his father to be convicted. Salt Lake City pediatrician John Brickman Wall, 51, was convicted of killing Uta von Schwedler in September 2011 amid a bitter custody dispute. He faces up to life in prison. The case was highly contentious, with prosecutors alleging Wall had murdered his wife while defense attorneys claimed von Schwedler killed herself. Their son, Pelle Wall, said that though his father told him and his three siblings that their mother had killed herself, he didn't believe it. Scroll down for video . Pelle Wall, 21, publicly believed his Salt Lake City pediatrician father, John Wall, was guilty of murdering his mother, Uta von Schwedler in 2011 . After spending his entire inheritance from his mother on a campaign to convict his father, Pelle wants a confession. 'As I thought about... my dad's behavior before and after her death, it became more and more apparent to me that - that he was responsible for killing her,' Pelle told CBS's 48 Hours. Prosecutors alleged Wall attacked 49-year-old Uta von Schwedler with a knife, dosed her with an anti-anxiety drug Xanax and drowned her in her bathtub. Defense attorneys countered that the theory was unbelievable, and it was more likely von Schwedler killed herself. Her death initially was treated as a suicide. But family and friends pushed for more investigation, saying the researcher showed no signs of wanting to end her life. Pelle told CBS that he feared for his and his sibling's lives, worrying that they might be living with a murder. 'Part of the reason I was concerned for my safety as well as my sibling's safety - was that I saw this anger that he had towards my mother,' Pelle said. 'It didn't die with her. It jumped and it expanded.' The couple's oldest son, Pelle Wall (left) had testified at the trial claiming that his father was acting bizarre after the family learned von Schwedler had died. John Wall (right) was found guilty of murdering his ex-wife in March . Uta Von Schwedler's body was found in an overflowing bathtub in September 2011 and her death was initially ruled a suicide but further investigation led to the conviction of her ex-husband John Brickman Wall . Salt Lake City officials made no effort to remove the children from Wall's home and the investigation was put on hold. On the day before his 18th birthday in January 2012, Pelle moved out of his father's house into the home of his best friend, Jessica Oglesby, and was welcomed by her parents with open arms. But he had left his siblings behind. 'I realized that my presence there was not protecting my siblings,' he told CBS, adding that his father was upset that he had moved out. 'And once I had that realization and I moved out, then I could take active steps to protect them.' Pelle then fought for

Summary: Pelle Wall spent his inheritance from his mother on a campaign to get his father, John Brickman Wall, convicted . The Salt Lake City pediatrician Wall, 51, was convicted of killing his ex-wife Uta von Schwedler, 49, on in March and faces life in prison . Prosecutors alleged Wall attacked von Schwedler with a knife, dosed her with an anti-anxiety drug Xanax and drowned her in her bathtub . Defense attorneys countered that the theory was unbelievable, and it was more likely von Schwedler killed herself . Her death initially was treated as a suicide but family and friends pushed for more investigation .


A labourer has been banned from keeping or handling fish after being filmed swallowing a goldfish and washing it down with a can of Strongbow. Luke Berry posted a video of himself on social media attempting to down the creature three times after a day of heavy drinking. The 26-year-old from Farringdon, Oxon, was reported to police after RSPCA investigators found the clip online. He was branded 'uncivilised and disgusting' in front of magistrates in Oxford and banned from keeping or handling fish in future. Scroll down for video . Luke Berry was banned from keeping or handling fish after a video of him downing a goldfish with a can of Strongbow was reported to police . In the video titled 'Here fishy fishy', the 26-year-old coughs the creature up three times before swallowing it whole . During the video, Berry coughs up the squirming fish three times before swallowing it whole. Dressed in an Arsenal football shirt and clutching a can of Strongbow cider, he is seen downing the fish before showing his empty mouth to the camera. The clip, titled Here Fishy Fishy, was reported to police following an RSPCA investigation. Prosecutor Paddy Roche said: 'This case arises as a consequence of the RSPCA getting wind of a video that had been posted on Facebook. The labourer's lawyer said he was 'ashamed' of his behaviour and had been encouraged by friends. 'He was extremely intoxicated at the time. He was egged on. He fully accepts what has happened,' said Alice Dodds. She added the 26-year-old, who receives £70 a week in benefits, had overcome a background of 'heavy drinking' before filming the video. Berry was ordered to pay a £500 fine after being described by magistrates as 'disgusting'. Presiding magistrate Iain McCoubrey said Berry could be punished with a 12 month community order with 120 hours of unpaid work. The labourer looked jubilant after being let off with a fine and banning order preventing him from owning fish for five years . 'We are sentencing you for an act of animal cruelty. 'It was a particularly disgusting thing to do, in particular filming it and posting it on Facebook was uncivilised. It was unacceptable. 'This offence of animal cruelty is serious enough for us to make a community order. You will have to comply with an order to carry out unpaid work.' He was banned for keeping or handling fish for five years. Speaking after the sentencing, the RSPCA's Inspector Andy Eddy said: 'We are very satisfied with the sentence. 'It demonstrates that it is unacceptable to behave in this way, to cruelly treat an animal in this fashion, and then post it online for entertainment.'

Summary: Luke Berry was filmed downing the goldfish in clip posted on social media . The 26-year-old coughed up squirming creature before swallowing it whole . Clip was reported to police by RSPCA investigators who found it online . He was ordered to pay £500 after admitting animal cruelty in Oxford .


Rima Karak has won wide-spread support after defending herself against Islamist Hani Al-Seba'i . A female Lebanese TV host has won wide-spread support after standing her ground against an Islamist scholar following his sexist comments live on air. Rima Karaki was conducting an interview with London-based Islamist Hani Al-Seba'i for Lebanon's Al Jadeed on the weekend of International Women’s Day, discussing reports of Christians joining Islamic groups such as ISIS in the Middle East when the scholar went off on a historical tangent. In the footage, Karaki urges Sheik Al-Seba'i to get back to the issues being faced in the present day, and asks him another question, a request which sparks a heated argument. 'It was at its peak during the 1970s, with the leftist revolutionary movement,' he says. 'Back then, we saw leftist organisation like the Red Brigades in Italy, the Red Army in Germany, the Baader Meinhof Group ...' Karaki tries to get Al-Seba'i back on topic, asking him to 'focus on the present'. She asks: 'At present, what slogans are used to attract (Christians) to these groups?' But Dr Al Seba’i becomes angry and abruptly replies: 'Listen, don't cut me off. I will answer as I please.' He then raises his voice, adding: 'I will not answer the way you like, because I’m here to serve the idea in which I believe.' Karaki politely explains that they have limited time on the show, but Al-Seba'i refuses to listen, telling the TV host he would not be interrupted and that he will answer as he pleases. Lebanese TV host Rima Karaki is being praised on social media for her cool reaction to sexist comments made by Sheik Al-Seba'i on a live interview . The host then lets the scholar know exactly who's in charge. 'In this studio, I run the show,' Karaki says. It provokes an angry reaction from Al-Seba'i. 'Are you done?' he says. 'Shut up so I can talk. 'It's beneath me to be interviewed by you. You are a woman who...' 'If you are going to elaborate so much, we won’t have time for other questions. 'Now, it’s up to you. If we have time, you will answer all the questions,' she says. Dr Al Seba'i replies: “You can decide as much as you like, but I will do whatever I want.' Rima Karaki asserts her authority over the situation as Sheik Al-Seba'i starts to get worked up . London-based Sheik Al-Seba'i then rudely tells the TV host to shut up as he carries on talking over her . With her palm facing the Sheikh, Karaki then delivers the ultimate end to the conversation. 'How can a respected Sheik like yourself tell a TV host to shut up?' she asks. 'Either there is mutual respect or the conversation is over.' The studio cameras then switch back to the studio leaving the Sheik in the dark. Karaki later posted a video of the conversation on her Twitter feed, which has gone viral and received widespread support. It has had 2.3million views on YouTube. Ania Sowinski tweeted: 'The awesome

Summary: TV host Rima Karaki was interviewing Islamist Hani Al-Seba'i . Al-Seba'i got irate when he was told they were running out of time . He said: 'It is beneath me to be interviewed by you' Rima retorted: 'There is mutual respect, or this conversation is over'


They arrived in full dinner suits, glittery all-in-one numbers and the latest in jacket fashions - but this is not Paris Fashion Week. It is day three of Crufts 2015 where the preened and pampered of the canine world gather to compete in the world's biggest dog breed competition. From Afghans in headdresses, to a terrier in a pram, day three of the event at the NEC arena in Birmingham has seen some incredible sights. Colourful: This Afghan hound looks to have been inspired by Paris fashion week with its all-in-one ensemble, headgear and tassles at day three of Crufts in Birmingham . Fine coats: These miniature dogs have turned up on the green carpet wearing eye-catching outfits but the judges will be looking at the coats underneath . Top dog: And the best dressed dog award goes to...This dog has come in a full doggy dinner suit and is certain to impress the judges . Easy ride: These pampered pooches hitch a ride in a metal cage as they arrive on day three of the competition at the NEC in Birmingham . Today is the turn of Hounds and Terriers to take centre stage with breeds ranging from West Highland White's to shaggy-looking Komondor's all on show. The four-day event is the world's largest dog show with beloved pets competing in categories include agility, heelwork to music and the ever-popular flyball final. There were various displays from groups including the the West Midlands Police and the Southern Golden Retriever display team . Barking: This dog is careful to avoid a bad hair day with its white bonnet as well as wearing protective boots to protect its paws . Shaggy dog story: Comedian Bill Bailey shares a joke with Fodey the Komondor. But Crufts was a serious business for competitors on Saturday . On show: This flowing Afghan hound was at todays show where dogs were tested in various categories including heelwork, agility and obedience . On parade: A Cairn Terrier trots around the ring in front of the clapping crowds at today's show at Crufts . Thursday saw the Gundogs do their thing, yesterday featured the Working and Pastoral categories and tomorrow will mark the finale of the competition with the Toy and Utility dogs. There are also a number of events solely for children and their dogs . It has changed in ways that couldn’t possibly have been imagined when the show was set up in Victorian times by the late Charles Cruft. Although it was a very different event in 1891 Charles Cruft was a great showman and would surely have enjoyed the size and scope of the event today, which is an essential date in any dog lover’s calendar. puppy love: One dog reaches in for a kiss from its owner at the biggest dog show on earth happening in Birmingham this weekend . All creatures great...Owner Laura Barclay arrives with her Irish Wolfounds. It looks like her four dogs are taking her for a walk . And small: Miniature Daschunds take tiny strides towards the crufts arena

Summary: Day three of Crufts 2015 features Terrier and Hound categories - including Afghan hounds and Bedlington terriers . Owners spent the morning grooming their pets before an afternoon of tough competing . The breeds compete in various challenges to test their agility and obedience for a chance to win Best In Show .


Never-before-seen images showing Captain Scott's doomed expedition team setting off on their ill-fated trek to the South Pole have come to light - revealing the harsh conditions the men faced. The archive of 52 celluloid negatives were taken at the expedition base camp of Cape Evans on Ross Island, and show Scott's party preparing to head off during the doomed Terra Nova Expedition of 1912. In some pictures, the herd of ponies the team used to haul the equipment-laden sledges on the 800 mile trek can be seen. The images, now thought to be worth £50,000, also show the team of husky dogs used for part of the journey that would end with the deaths of Scott and the polar party of Edward Wilson, Lawrence Oates, Edgar Evans and Henry Bowers. The animals were to be Scott's downfall as he abandoned the use of the dogs on the final leg of the trek, wrongly believing they would not make the ascent of Beardmore Glacier. Scroll down for video . Captain Scott's team depart pulling a sled in poignant unseen photographs taken by Lt Henry Bowers of Scott's ill-fated 1912 Antarctic expedition. The images also show the beginning of the expedition that would end with the deaths of Scott and the polar party of Edward Wilson, Lawrence Oates, Edgar Evans and Henry Bowers . Bowers perished with Scott on their return from the South Pole, but these photographs taken by him were returned to Britain with expedition photographer Herbert Ponting. This picture shows the constant gales that blew across the exposed ice shelf . Scott's team preparing to depart beside a flimsy tent. The archive of 52 celluloid negatives, worth £50,000, were taken at the expedition base camp of Cape Evans on Ross Island . Other pictures in the archive show the flimsy-looking pyramid tents that sheltered the men from the bone-chilling temperatures of -70F as well as them trekking in the snow . Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen beat Scott to the pole by 34 days, largely because his team used dogs instead of slower ponies. Two of the men featured in the archive were dog handlers Cecil Meares and Dimitri Gerof. Other pictures in the archive show the flimsy-looking pyramid tents that sheltered the men from the bone-chilling temperatures of -70F as well as them trekking in the snow. There are also general shots of the harsh landscape and ice shelves that only a handful of men had visited until that point. The photographs were taken by Bowers under the direction of the official photographer Herbert Ponting at the expedition base camp of Cape Evans on Ross Island. The dog team with their dogs and ponies on the Ross Ice Shelf preparing for their doomed departure for the Pole. The animals were to be Scott's downfall as he abandoned the dogs on the final leg of the trek, wrongly believing they would not make the ascent of Beardmore Glacier . The dog teams at rest as the men contemplate their journey. The photographs were taken by Bowers under the direction of the

Summary: Negatives, worth £50,000, show great British adventurer and his men heading off in the snow-covered wilderness . Trek ended with deaths of Scott and the party of Edward Wilson, Lawrence Oates, Edgar Evans and Henry Bowers . The photographs were taken by Bowers under the direction of the official photographer Herbert Ponting at the expedition base camp of Cape Evans on Ross Island .


Debbie Jevans shocked rugby by resigning as chief executive of England’s World Cup organising committee less than six months before the tournament, citing personal reasons. Her walk-out was unexpected although she is understood to have had an uneasy relationship with people in rugby since her arrival in October 2012. Previously director of sport at the London Olympics, she transformed England Rugby 2015. Debbie Jevans poses with the Wiliam Webb Ellis trophy during a World Cup media event in November 2012 . It is believed Jevans was exasperated with the old-boy network at the top of the Rugby Football Union, once described as ‘57 old farts’ by former England captain Will Carling, who had begun lining up to take credit for delivering a tournament that had been her ‘baby’. The RFU’s plans for ‘the glorification of the uninvolved’ by taking back ownership of the tournament had upset Jevans, who is Sport England’s deputy chairman and on the Football League board. RFU finance chief Stephen Brown is the new ER 2015 managing director alongside chairman Andy Cosslett, who said: 'On behalf of the ER2015 Board I would like to extend our enormous appreciation for all that Debbie has brought to the role. Jevans was previously director of Olympic sport for the London 2012 Games . 'Her legacy will be seen during and after the tournament is delivered, with a sporting event that I fully believe will be both memorable and inspiring, creating a step change in interest and participation for the game in this country.' World Rugby chairman Bernard Lapasset added: 'On behalf of World Rugby I would like to thank Debbie for her vision, dedication and leadership in implementing everything we need for an exceptional Rugby World Cup and wish her all the best for the future. We are confident that Rugby World Cup 2015 will be the biggest and best to date.'

Summary: Jevans had been at the helm of the Rugby World Cup Organising Committee since October 2012 . She is understood to have had an uneasy relationship with people in rugby since her arrival . It is believed Jevans was exasperated with the old-boy network at the top of the Rugby Football Union . 'This is the right decision for me to make at this time,' Jevans said in a statement on Friday evening . She was previously director of Olympic sport for the London 2012 Games . England face Fiji in the tournament curtain-raiser on September 18 .


Liverpool may be forced to play on their deteriorating pitch for another season because of Anfield's redevelopment. Manager Brendan Rodgers has frequently bemoaned the state of the iconic playing surface which is struggling to withstand the wear and tear of the season. Opposition players have also complained. Rodgers has called the surface 'awful' and this week said: 'We need to do something about the pitch because we need a better pitch if we are going to play the game we are playing.' The Anfield playing surface was given a ten-year lifespan but is now 14 years old . Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers believes a new playing surface would hugely help his side out . There is no sprinkler system with a hose to water the pitch before matches at Anfield . Liverpool's owners acknowledge the problem but cranes are scheduled to be on the pitch during June as contractors step up work on the new £100million main stand to add 8,500 extra seats to Anfield’s capacity. The current pitch is a Desso GrassMaster but it was given a ten-year lifespan and is now 14 years old. Groundstaff have been forced to to patch it up each season. The drainage and irrigation system dates back even further to 1998. There is no sprinkler system with a hose used to water the pitch before matches. Anfield's redevelopment work could mean that the pitch cannot be replaced anytime soon . Even if Liverpool were able to put in new drainage prior to the cranes moving in there are fears the weight of the machinery could potentially burst the piping. Consequently, Liverpool may have to continue playing on the same surface in 2015/16 before it can be ripped up and replaced when the stand is completed in the summer of 2016.

Summary: Brendan Rodgers has regularly criticised the state of the Anfield pitch . Liverpool may not be able to replace it until 2016 due to redevelopments . The pitch had a 10 year lifespan but has been in place for 14 years .


A mother who was jointly awarded £1.5 million damages after an alcoholic nurse swapped her daughter at birth, has spoken of her pain at being trolled for not recognising her daughter. The woman, who wants to remain anonymous, told how she cried herself to sleep over nasty online messages, accusing her of lacking proper maternal feelings. She was one of two mothers and families whose lives were devastated when their babies were accidentally mixed up at a Cannes clinic in 1994. Trolling victim: The woman, who does not want to be identified and pictured here with her solicitor, has since been abused online for not recognising her own child . Internet trolls attacked her for failing to notice the complexion of her daughter was wrong when she and her husband were both Creoles. 'So many mothers were insisting that it was impossible not to recognise your own child,' she said. 'These horrible messages made me suffer more from my own feelings of guilt. I wanted to scream. 'Nothing was stopping me from turning off the computer, so I was hurting myself all alone'. Both babies were being treated for jaundice when the tragic blunder occurred, the mistake of a nurse who Mailonline understands is now in a psychiatric hospital. Separated at birth: 'Stephanie's' biological daughter Manon was unwittingly given to Sophie Serrano who thought her darker complexion was due to her own Spanish heritage . Blunder: Baby Manon, pictured here with her non-biological mother Sophie, who had no idea she was holding another woman's baby, was placed under a lamp with another baby girl just after birth to cure her jaundice . The woman's biological daughter, Manon, now 21, is still living with the other mother Sophie Serrano, while she has continued to raise Madame Serrano's biological daughter, Mathilde. Earlier this year, Madame Serrano told Mail Online how the unforgivable error had cost her her marriage when her husband refused to accept the daughter she brought home was his. The two families were awarded damages of 1.88 million euros between them by a French civil court after a ten-year fight to prove they were the innocent victims of a hospital mix-up. Now the second woman has decided to speak out about the anger and fear that swept over her when tests proved that both had taken the wrong children home. Using the alias of Stephanie in French newspaper Nice Matin, she told how she was only 19 when she gave birth and had not long arrived from the Indian Ocean island of Reunion, a French territory. She explained that she and her husband, who met when they were 14, were Creoles and had no family with them on the Cote d'Azur. She had lost her parents as a child and was brought up by her grandmother. Stephanie said she did think her baby had changed when the nurse placed her back in her arms but this was quickly dismissed by staff. Teased: Manon was subjected to bullying taunts and whispers that she was the daughter of 'the postman' because her complexion was

Summary: Anonymous woman 'cried herself to sleep' over cruel internet taunts . She questioned Cannes clinic at the time but staff told her she was wrong . Drunk nurse had mixed up two girls, despite their different ethnicities . Mother devastated when tests revealed daughter was someone else's . Worried she would lose girl she had raised and longed to find other child . French civil court awarded £1.5million in damages to the families . Both girls, now 21, have opted to stay with non-biological parents .


Former AFL star Ben Cousins has reportedly been arrested overnight for reckless driving and refusing to give a breath test after a short police chase. The West Australian reported the 36-year-old was allegedly driving recklessly through the Perth suburb of Bicton around 10.30pm on Wednesday night when police attempted to pull him over. He then apparently refused to stop while travelling along Preston Point Road, and instead kept driving at a low speed while running red lights. Scroll down for video . Former AFL star Ben Cousins has reportedly been arrested over night for reckless driving . Cousins apparently refused to stop for police, and instead kept driving at a low speed while running red lights . The Brownlow medalist then reportedly told police via a later phone call that he could not stop due to a family emergency. He was then arrested in the nearby suburb of Mosman Park. Cousins has been charged with reckless driving, failing to stop and failing to give a sample of breath. The former AFL player has a well-documented history of off-field misdemeanors including recreational drug use and traffic convictions . He has been bailed and will appear at the Fremantle Magistrates Court on April 8, according to the Herald Sun. Cousins had a 270-game career playing for Perth's West Coast Eagles and Melbourne's Richmond Tigers. The former AFL player has a well-documented history of off-field misdemeanors including recreational drug use and traffic convictions. Sorry we are not currently accepting comments on this article.

Summary: Former AFL player Ben Cousins has reportedly been arrested overnight . The 36-year-old has been charged with reckless driving . Also charged with failing to stop and failing to give a sample of breath . Has been bailed and will appear at Fremantle Magistrates Court on April 8 .


The absence of Gianluigi Buffon from Italy's team was a major blow for Antonio Conte's side before their 2-2 draw in Bulgaria in Euro 2016 qualifying on Saturday. Buffon was taken ill with flu shortly before the game but the legendary Juventus goalkeeper was seen back in training on Monday as the Azzurri stepped up their preparations for the visit of Roy Hodgson's England in Turin. The friendly is a repeat of the 2014 World Cup group match which Italy won 2-1 and Conte will want his team to repeat the result as he looks for a response to the draw that kept Italy second in Euro 2016 qualifying Group H. Gianluigi Buffon missed Italy's Bulgaria match with illness but was back in training on Monday . The return of Buffon (right) provided a major boost to Italy ahead of their encounter against England . Buffon appeared to be over the worst of the flu, which ruled him out of playing against Bulgaria . Simone Zaza (centre) attempts to intercept Andrea Ranocchia's (left) pass during Italy training . Alessio Cerci (right) controls the ball with his chest as Matteo Darmian closes him down . Ignazio Abate (right) controls the ball under pressure from Ciro Immobile during training in Turin . Southampton striker Graziano Pelle could be in line to start for Italy against England on Tuesday . Antonio Conte (left) watches on as his Italy players warm up at the beginning of training . Italy midfielder Antonio Candreva (second left) controls the ball as Italy prepare to take on England . Conte (fourth right) addresses his team as they look to put an end to England's seven wins . Eder (left) runs to Conte after scoring Italy's equaliser in the 2-2 draw against Bulgaria . Croatia lead the standings on 13 points, two ahead of Italy, who like England were left praising a goal from a debutant after the game. Brazilian-born Eder, a 58th minute substitute, marked his first appearance for Italy with a goal in the 83rd minute to rescue a point for Conte's team. But England and Italy failed to qualify from Group D in the World Cup, which resulted in a managerial change for the Azzurri as Conte replaced Cesare Prandelli. And Conte could be tempted into rotating his squad for the visit of England, with Southampton's Graziano Pelle potentially starting while Eder could get his second cap after marking his first with a goal.

Summary: Gianluigi Buffon missed Italy's 2-2 draw with Bulgaria with flu . But the goalkeeper was back in training on Monday to boost the Azzurri . The friendly is a repeat of the 2014 World Cup fixture that Italy won 2-1 .


Martin O’Neill says this summer’s friendly match with England is simply a means to an end for Republic of Ireland. Roy Hodgson takes the Three Lions to Dublin on June 7, six days before the Irish face Scotland in their decisive Euro 2016 qualifier. O’Neill, though, has played down the significance of England’s visit and prefers to focus his attention on the match with the Scots. Martin O'Neill says that Ireland's game against Scotland is much more important than the England clash . ‘England is (a means to an end) for me,’ he said. ‘I agree it’s a big match, but it’s not for me. The Scotland game is the be all and end all. ‘I don’t think we should overlook the fact that, for me, it’s a build up to the Scotland game. It will be intense and that might be a good thing. ‘But at the end of the day, if you want us to win a load of friendly games I’ll play the 700th rated team in Europe every single week and build it up.’ Roy Hodgson's side travel to Ireland on June 7 for a friendly match at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin . O’Neill and his team cannot afford anything other than victory against Scotland at the Aviva Stadium. They salvaged a 1-1 draw at home to Poland on Sunday night thanks to Shane Long’ s injury-time strike. Failure to win, however, has left them three points adrift of the table-topping Poles with Germany and Scotland also two points better off. Gordon Strachan and his Scotland side are just above Ireland and the clash has been labelled as 'must win' The team have been praised for refusing to accept defeat against Poland, but also criticised for again having to rely on a last-minute rescue act. O’Neill said: ‘I’d rather get the first goal in the game and take it. We’ve been chasing some of the matches. ‘But overall I think the draw sets it up for Scotland. It’s probably a must-win game for us. ‘We’re still in the competition. It would have been a real blow to lose on Sunday. ‘But I thought we had spirit in abundance. We really cannot wait now for June.’ Shane Long (9) fired home a crucial equaliser against leaders Poland to keep Ireland in the hunt .

Summary: Martin O'Neill says the clash with Scotland is bigger than England . Ireland and Scotland are vying for qualification for Euro 2016 in France . O'Neill admits that the crucial game with their rivals is 'a must win'