Adrian Lubecki (pictured) admitted supplying class A controlled drugs and possession with intent to supply a class B drug at Ipswich Crown Court . A teenager who supplied a dangerous batch of 'Superman' ecstasy pills linked to at least two deaths in the same town has been jailed for five years and four months. Factory worker Adrian Lubecki, 19, from Ipswich, admitted supplying class A controlled drugs and possession with intent to supply a class B drug. Justas Ropas, 23, was found dead at his home in Ipswich on Christmas Eve, and Gediminas Kulokas, 24, was found on New Year's Day at his home in the Suffolk town. Ipswich Crown Court heard Polish factory worker Lubecki sold the red Superman-branded pills over the Christmas period last year on the streets of Ipswich, Suffolk. He had supplied the drug to Lithuanian machine operator Mr Ropas, who died at home on Christmas Eve. The same Superman pills were linked to the death of Lithuanian labour Mr Kulokas who died on his 24th birthday on New Year's Day. But the court heard that the supplier of the drug to Mr Kulokas had not been identified and there was no evidence that it was Lubecki. Prosecutor Michael Crimp said: 'The prosecution can't say they came from the defendant.' The drug was also originally linked to the death of British labourer John Hocking, 20, who died on New Year's Day at a friend's home in Rendlesham, Suffolk. But Suffolk Police confirmed today that they no longer believed Mr Hocking had taken the rogue Ecstasy. The deaths prompted Suffolk Police to issue a warning over the Superman-branded pills, which contained the drug PMMA which is said to be five times as toxic as the usual Ecstasy ingredient MDMA. A court heard Lubecki sold the red Superman-branded pills (pictured) on the streets of Ipswich, Suffolk . But PMMA which has the full name Paramethoxymethamphetamine is slower acting than MDMA so some users are tempted to take higher doses. The court heard that a housemate of Mr Ropas had contacted Lubecki on December 23 and asked if he could supply some ecstasy tablets. He and Mr Ropas, who was diabetic, then went to meet up with Lubecki in Norwich Road, Ipswich. Mr Crimp said: 'Between them they purchased five ecstasy tablets for £5 each. They were triangular in shape, red and had a 'Superman' logo on them.' The men went back to their rented Victorian terraced house and Mr Ropas rook one and a half of the tablets. Mr Crimp said others in the house who had taken ecstasy before said the Superman tablets 'seemed different', describing their effect as being slow to start off with and then 'suddenly very strong'. Lithuanian factory worker Justas Ropas (pictured) was found dead on Christmas Eve at his house . He added: 'Tragically the effect on Justas Ropas was that by Christmas Eve he was discovered dead in the flat and the cause of his death was found to be PMMA toxicity.' The court heard how Lubecki was arrested and then confessed to

Summary: Adrian Lubecki, 19, supplied dangerous batch of 'Superman' ecstasy pills . Pills linked to deaths of Justas Ropas, 23, and Gediminas Kulokas, 24 . Lubecki pleaded guilty to supplying Class A drugs at Ipswich Crown Court . Drug addict has now been jailed for five years and four months .


For a child, the world is a heady mix of colours, shapes and words that are constantly being learned and remembered. To make sense of many of these experiences, babies and toddlers 'map' names to objects by assessing their surroundings and associating words with the item's location. And now a new study has found that this association is not only affected by the child's proximity to the object, it can also be influenced by their specific posture. Scroll down for video . Cognitive scientists from Indiana University taught a robot (pictured) to associate the name of an object with its location, while sat with a certain posture. When the target and another object were placed in the location, and the robot was positioned in a different way, it failed to recognise the object . Cognitive scientists from Indiana University began by assessing the learning capabilities of a child-like robot called iCub. They showed the robot an object situated to its left, and a different object on its right. This was repeated so iCub learnt to associate between the objects and its two related postures. The robot consistently made a link between the object and its name - and proved this by reaching for the object - during 20 repeats of the experiment. But in subsequent tests where the target and another object were placed in both locations and the robot was positioned in a different way, it failed to recognise the object. This experiment was replicated using children aged 12 to 18 months and the researchers noticed only 'slight differences' in the results. As with the robot, the infants failed to recognise objects if their position and posture changed, or the object was moved. In steps 1 to 4, objects are placed left or right and are given names. In step 5 of the Baldwin Task, the objects are hidden while in the Interference Task, their location is switched. The items are put back in their correct location in 6 and 7 before being moved again in step 8. The participant is then asked to identify an object . This experiment was replicated using children aged 12 to 18 months (stock image) and the researchers noticed only 'slight differences in the results.' Like with the robot, the infants failed to recognise objects if their position and posture changed, or the object was moved . The study was carried out by Linda Smith, a professor in the IU Bloomington College of Arts and Sciences' Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences. She worked with Anthony Morse, a senior post-doctoral research fellow in the Centre for Robotics and Neural Systems at the University of Plymouth and Viridiana Benitez, a post-doctoral research associate at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. 'This study shows that the body plays a role in early object name learning, and how toddlers use the body's position in space to connect ideas,' Professor Smith said. 'The creation of a robot model for infant learning has far-reaching implications for how the brains of young people work. 'A number of studies suggest that memory is tightly

Summary: Babies learn the name of new objects by 'mapping' their surroundings . This means they associate a word using the object's proximity to them . Study said this applies to their physical location as well as their posture . Researchers used a humanoid called iCub and infants to test this theory .


Clairvoyant Timothy Abbott swindled almost £70,000 in disability benefit by claiming he could barely walk . A clairvoyant who swindled almost £70,000 in disability benefit by claiming he could barely was jailed after he was filmed working out in a gym. Spiritualist Timothy Abbott, 53, conned the taxpayer out of thousands of pounds in disability, council tax and housing benefits along with his wife Jeanette, 46. The couple pocketed a total of £170,000 during their 16-year scam, including Mr Abbott taking £35,496 in incapacity benefit and £22,848 in disability living allowance. The medium was filmed lifting heavy dumbbells, using an exercise bike, rowing machine and running on a treadmill and pleaded guilty to two counts of failing to notify the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) of a change in circumstances. Mr Abbott also admitted conning HMRC out of £9,532 by failing to pay income tax or national insurance contributions. Meanwhile his wife falsely claimed £19,477 in disability allowance and £713 in incapacity benefit, along with £1,000 in council tax benefit, Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court heard. Investigators filmed her bending down and carrying a heavy shoulder bag while on a shopping trip in 2012. She also failed to pay £37,000 worth of income support and conned Staffordshire County Council out of £44,000 in housing benefits. On his website, Abbott is described as being one of Britain's most 'evidential platform Mediums'. It goes on to say he was aware of the spirit world from the age of 19 before he 'embarked on his journey of development' by studying for over 30 years. His services are apparently in demand in countries such as Austria, Germany, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Canada. He and his wife lived together in a modern £200,000 detached house in Stafford until their scam, which went on for 16 years between 1998 and 2014, was rumbled. Mr Abbott - who advertises himself as an 'international spiritualist clairvoyant medium and tutor' - was yesterday jailed for eight months. Mrs Abbott admitted three counts of failing to notify the DWP of a change in circumstances, one count of making a false statement and one of falsely obtaining benefits by deception. She was handed an eight-month prison sentence, suspended for 18 months. Abbott's scam was rumbled after investigators filmed him working out in a gym and lifting dumbbells . Abbott (pictured on a rowing machine) also admitted conning HMRC out of £9,532 by failing to pay income tax or national insurance contributions . The medium pleaded guilty to two counts of failing to notify the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) of a change in circumstances after he was filmed in a gym while claiming thousands in disability benefits . His wife Jeanette also falsely claimed a raft of benefits and was handed an eight-month prison sentence, suspended for 18 months . After the case, a DWP spokesman said: 'Benefit fraud is a crime and we are dedicated to catching those who commit it. 'Only a small minority of benefit claimants are dishonest, but cases like this cost the taxpayer money that should be used

Summary: Spiritualist Timothy Abbott, 53, jailed for £170,000 disability benefit scam . He was paid almost £70,000 in benefits while claiming he could hardly walk . Clairvoyant was filmed working out in a gym and lifting heavy dumbbells . His wife Jeanette, 53, also falsely claimed thousands of pounds in benefits . Mr Abbott jailed for eight months and wife given suspended sentence .


Retail manager Boualem Guerbi is being sued, along with Barker shoes', by two saleswomen . The 'sex-obsessed' boss at one of Britain's most exclusive shoemakers hired only 'beautiful girls with nice bodies' – and then molested them, a tribunal heard yesterday. Boualem Guerbi, 60, allegedly forced saleswomen to sit on his lap, tried to hug and kiss them, told them about visiting a nudist beach and bragged about receiving sexual offers from strangers. The married father-of-two made advances to a string of attractive recruits at Barker Shoes, which has made luxury footwear since 1880, and froze out those who dared to spurn him, the tribunal heard. Mr Guerbi even stripped to the waist in front of staff at the brand's flagship store in Regent Street, London, it is alleged. Mehrnoosh Bolhasani, 46, and Agnese Avota, 29, claim they were among his victims. Miss Bolhasani wept as she told the tribunal that he sexually assaulted her in his office and forced a female colleague to sit on his lap. Miss Bolhasani, manager of the Regent Street store, said Mr Guerbi had favourites among the 'eye candy' he hired but that his 'rampant sexual attentions' towards female staff were ignored by Barker, which sells leather shoes for as much as £470. She claimed she was 'subjected to repeated acts of sexual touching and harassment by Mr Guerbi' after joining Barker in 2010, beginning with him trying to hug her in the shop's kitchen while he was topless. She said: 'Subsequently, he often told me about his body, how good he looked and how fit he was for his age. He often told me stories about how girls approached him to talk to him and make him sexual offers. I found his conversation disturbing.' Miss Bolhasani said he also told her about a nudist beach he had discovered, adding: 'He insisted on telling me in detail about the naked people he saw there, and how they looked while they played ball. 'I had thought he was a family man and had respected him. Now I realised he was obsessed with sex.' Mehrnoosh Bolhasani, 46, left, and Agnese Avota, 29, right, pictured outside the employment tribunal where they are suing both Barker Shoes' and manager Boualem Guerbi . Miss Bolhasani claimed that in May 2012, retail manager Mr Guerbi assaulted her after telling her the rest of the staff hated her. She broke down in tears as she described the alleged incident to the Central London Employment Tribunal yesterday and could not go on. But in a witness statement, she said: 'He pulled me to him forcibly and put my legs between his. 'He pulled my face towards him and tried to kiss me. I just managed to get out. I felt traumatised.' She claimed Mr Guerbi again tried to hug her in a staff room in June 2013. She said: 'I pushed him back. I was now really scared.' She claimed she complained to her bosses that Mr Guerbi just employs 'beautiful girls with nice bodies' and said she was told that was why she

Summary: Boualem Guerbi is the retail manager of luxury shoe brand Barker Shoes' He is accused of hiring only 'eye candy' saleswomen for its flagship store . The married father-of-two was alleged to have been 'sex obsessed' It was claimed he made repeated unwanted advances towards recruits . Tribunal hears bosses allegedly turned a blind eye to his harassment . Mehrnoosh Bolhasani, 46 and Agnese Avota, 29, suing retailer and Guerbi . They claim sexual harassment, sex discrimination and victimisation .


The embattled former First Lady of Oregon has compared herself to Monica Lewisnky in a Facebook post in which she blasted the media for turning 'public humiliation into a commodity and shame into an industry.' Cylvia Hayes' fiancé John Kitzhaber was forced to resign as governor in February over allegations that he helped steer business to her environmental consulting firm and then cover up the activity. The couple are now facing federal corruption investigations from both the FBI and IRS - though no charges have been levied. Cylvia Hayes' fiancé John Kitzhaber was forced to resign over allegations that he helped steer business to her environmental consulting firm . Hayes compared her own public humiliation with that of Monic Lewinsky, who spoke out about having her life laid bare following revelations of her affair with President Bill Clinton . On Tuesday, Hayes posted a link to a TED Talk by Lewinsky called 'The Price of Shame' in which the infamous former White House intern says criticizes the 'rush to judgement' in the media over revelations of her affair with President Bill Clinton. 'Overnight I went from being a completely private figure to a publicly humiliated one worldwide,' Lewinsky says. Hayes shared the link with the comment: 'I am so appreciative of her for taking this on. 'This is a powerful statement about how our click-for-cash media business model has turned public humiliation into a commodity and shame into an industry.' It was Hayes' first time speaking out since her fiancé's resignation on on February. She also tweeted out a link to an apology written by a Politico reporter who accused two Secret Service agents of crashing into a barricade while drunk outside the White House. The details of that incident remain unclear. This is the latest example of Hayes and Kitzhaber blaming the media for being forced out of the governor's office. When he resigned Kitzhaber, who has just won a fourth term as governor, blasted the press - saying, 'it is deeply troubling to me to realize that we have come to a place in the history of this great state of ours where a person can be charged, tried, convicted and sentenced by the media with no due process and no independent verification of the allegations involved.'

Summary: Cylvia Hayes blasted news media for turning 'public humanization into a commodity and shame into an industry' Sided with Monica Lewinsky who said she was publicly humiliated for affair with President Bill Clinton . Her fiancé John Kitzhaber was forced to resign as governor over claims he helped steer business to her consulting firm and didn't report it . Hayes and Hitzhaber are facing criminal investigations by the FBI and IRS .


Kendall Jenner looks like a total knockout in her colorful new video campaign for Estee Lauder, which introduces the iconic beauty brand's new collaboration with the French fashion house Courrèges, and shows the model playfully taking a swing at the camera. The 19-year-old, who was named as the face of Estee Lauder last November, can be seen modeling bright pink lip gloss and silver eyeliner from the 12-piece limited edition collection in the clip, which debuted on Monday. Kendall proudly shared a photo of herself donning a shocking pink patent leather jacket and an orange visor today on Instagram, and within three hours the snapshot received nearly 450,000 likes and more than 10,000 comments. Scroll down for video . Fresh coat: Kendall Jenner can be seen applying Estee Lauder's new Super Gloss, which retails for $26, in the brand's new campaign video introducing its collaboration with the the French fashion house Courrèges . Boxing beauty: Kendall punched the camera during the playful video shoot . In the 20-second clip, Kendall also sported a hooded sweatshirt, made out of white netting, oversized white sunglasses, and a transparent orange zip-up. The brunette reality star-turned-fashion icon was filmed throwing a punch at the camera, whipping her hair back and forth and kissing the brand's new Lip Visor, which retails for $26. Estee Lauder's new futuristic video honors legendary designer André Courrèges' 1964 Space Age-inspired collection and features the brand's bright mod-inspired beauty products. After the label shared the footage on its Instagram account on Monday, many fans wanted to know what beauty products Kendall was wearing. Pucker up: Kendall kissed Estee Lauder's new Lip Visor, which retails for $26 . One commenter wrote: '@esteelauder what's the lipstick she's wearing please? [sic]' The brand quickly responded, telling the fan Kendall was wearing Estee Lauder Super Gloss in Rosy Future. Others complimented Kendall's beauty. 'She is so gorgeous,' one woman wrote. Another added: 'She is PERFECTION [sic].' Popular picture: The 19-year-old model shared this photo from the clip on her Instagram page on Monday morning and received nearly 450,000 likes within three hours of it being posted . Mod look: Kendall modeled a bright pink patent leather coat, white mini-skirt and an orange visor in the video inspired by legendary designer André Courrèges' 1964 Space Age collection . Kendall is more in-demand than ever, and the hard-working model's career shows no indication of slowing down anytime soon. Yesterday, Kendall posted a snap of herself with famed photographer Mario Testino and fellow model Gigi Hadid to Instagram as she announced that she will be in Vogue's April issue, captioning the picture: 'Dream team #Vogue.' Her big sister Khloe Kardashian also shared a picture from Kendall and Gigi's Vogue spread, which shows the two models posed with Kylie Jenner's dog Norman. Double trouble: The realty TV star whipped her hair back and forth during the video . Dream team: Kendall shared this photo of herself posed next to famed photographer Mario Testino and fellow model Gigi Hadid as she announced that she will be appearing in the April issue

Summary: The 19-year-old model revealed that she had been signed as the face of the iconic beauty brand last November . Kendall’s new campaign showcases the brand's Courrèges collection, which was inspired by the French fashion house's 1960s futuristic designs .


Millions of women are not taking enough exercise because they are afraid of being ‘judged’, MPs warn. They worry they will be ridiculed for being sweaty, out of breath or struggling at the back when jogging or at the gym. Some women have taken to running in secret on treadmills installed in sheds in their back garden because they are too ashamed to do it in public. Scroll down for video . Millions of women across the UK are not taking enough exercise because they are afraid of being ‘judged’, a new report by MPs on the Commons’ Health Select Committee has found (file picture, posed by model) A report by MPs on the Commons’ Health Select Committee also highlights how girls as young as ten shun PE classes because they worry about their body image. Figures show that just over two thirds of women, 68 per cent, do not take the recommended level of exercise of two and a half hours over the course of a week. This is much higher than the 56 per cent of men who do not do this weekly amount. Experts have warned that a lack of exercise is as harmful as tobacco and contributes to up to one in six deaths in the UK. Tory MP Dr Sarah Wollaston, chairman of the committee, said: ‘It is unacceptable that this gender gap has been ignored for so long. We need to be out there ensuring that girls can access the type of sport they want to take part in.’ Labour MP Barbara Keeley said girls aged ten, 11 and 12 were dropping out of games lessons because they were worried about showing ‘puppy fat’. One woman interviewed by the committee was told by her male GP she was too fat to do the London Marathon even though she had run 18 miles the week previously. Julie Creffield, a campaigner who encourages women to exercise, said she was determined to ‘prove him wrong’ and finished the event in 2013. Mrs Creffield, 36, a mother who works as a motivational speaker, said many women were afraid to join running clubs or attend gym classes because they didn’t want to be the one ‘struggling at the back.’ This is particularly true if they are overweight or have gained a few pounds after having children. She told the MPs: ‘I have women who tell me they run on a treadmill in their shed because they just don’t want to be seen in public, and that’s part of the problem. Because we don’t see many overweight women exercising in public, other women don’t think exercise is for them.’ The committee – which is also investigating obesity – spoke to an expert who accused hospitals that sell fast-food on their premises as being guilty of ‘negligence.’ Professor Theresa Marteau, of the Department of Public Health at Cambridge University, criticised Guy’s in London, where there is a McDonald’s and Addenbrooke’s in Cambridge, which houses a Burger King. She said: ‘It is at best anomalous and at worst negligent that NHS properties continue to

Summary: Millions of women are not doing enough exercise as they fear being judged . Worry they will be ridiculed for being sweaty or out of breath, report claims . Some have even taken to running on treadmills in a shed in back garden . Girls as young as ten shun PE classes over body image fears, report found .


Much of the goodwill Hillary Clinton built up as serving as secretary of state has dissipated, a new poll shows, just as she prepares for a second bid for the presidency. And her popularity has taken an especially hard hit since the public became aware that she operated a private email system while serving in President Barack Obama's cabinet. A CNN/ORC International survey taken last weekend, after Clinton held a press conference at which she tried to explain away her secret server, found that Clinton's high approval ratings as an Obama administration official had entirely eroded. Scroll down for video . Hillary is currently disliked by as many Americans, 44 percent, as she was in June of 2008 when she officially ended her presidential campaign and endorsed her future employer, President Barack Obama . She is currently disliked by as many Americans, 44 percent, as she was in June of 2008 when she officially ended her presidential campaign and endorsed her future employer. That's a six-point drop from CNN's last poll, taken in November, when 38 percent of respondents said they weren't fond of Clinton. Likewise, a slim majority, 53 percent, said they view Clinton positively, down from 59 percent a few months ago, and 69 percent at her career peak in the State Department in September of 2011. Throughout her time as the country's chief diplomat Clinton generally enjoyed favorability ratings in the '60s. It was after she tendered her resignation in early 2013 that the public's adoration of her began to slide, dipping to 55 percent after she claimed last spring that she and husband bill were 'dead broke' when they moved out of the White House. After a quick bounce back up to 59 percent late last fall, Clinton's likability now teeters above the majority water mark. This as the Democratic politician is expected to formally launch her presidential campaign as early as the first week in April. Clinton's last known paid speech, to the American Camp Association, will take place on Thursday, suggesting an announcement will come within weeks. A handful of Democratic operatives are also rumored to be leaving their posts at the White House and elsewhere soon for top spots in Clinton's campaign network. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton raises her glass during a toast at a ceremony to induct her into the Irish America Hall of Fame on Monday in New York City. This as the Democratic politician is expected to formally launch her presidential campaign as early as the first week in April. Her last known paid speech is this week . A total of 51 percent of respondents to CNN's poll said they believe the email system revelations to be either very or somewhat serious in nature compared the combined 48 percent who said the controversy was not too serious or 'not a problem at all.' The same amount, 51 percent, said Clinton needed to better explain her motives and that they believed she'd done something 'wrong.' The split indicates that while the public haranguing of Clinton over her use of a

Summary: The high approval rating Clinton enjoyed as an Obama administration official has entirely eroded . She's currently disliked by as many Americans, 44 percent, as she was in June of 2008 when she ended her presidential bid and endorsed Obama . That's a six-point drop from CNN's last poll, taken in November, when 38 percent of respondents said they weren't fond of Clinton . Still, 52 percent said her secret server isn't relavent to her abilitiy to be president; 57 percent said they'd be 'proud' to have her in the Oval Office .


Aymen Abdennour claimed Monaco had beaten one of the best clubs in the world after eliminating Arsena from the Champions League on Tuesday. The French side lost 2-0 at home but went through on away goals following their 3-1 victory in the first leg at the Emirates. Monaco defender Aymen Abdennour challenges Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey . Olivier Giroud's first-half strike gave Arsenal hope of a famous victory before substitute Aaron Ramsey added a second late on but the hosts held on to secure a place in the last eight. Abdennour said that Monaco more than earned their place in the quarter-finals alongside Real Madrid, Porto, Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid. 'With Alexis Sanchez and players like Theo Walcott, they had a lot of pace on the flanks,' said the centre-back. Abdennour celebrates Monaco reaching the quarter finals of the Champions League . Olivier Giroud opened the scoring for the Gunners as they looked to fight back from their first-leg defeat . Aaron Ramsey added a second goal for the Gunners but they could not find a third to send them through . 'We conceded two goals because of our lack of concentration but thankfully it didn't rip out our qualification chances. 'For me, Arsenal are one of the best teams in the world so I think our qualification is deserved considering the way we played against such a team. 'Now we must turn the page and focus on the next game in Ligue 1 so that we can try to get a top-three finish to have a chance at Champions League football next season.'

Summary: Monaco beat Arsenal to book place in the last eight of Champions League . The French side lost 2-0 on Tuesday night but went through on away goals . Real Madrid, Porto, PSG, Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid also through .


International Cricket Council president Mustafa Kamal has threatened to reveal details of 'mischievous things' he claims are taking place at the world governing body. Kamal did not, as many expected and prescribed in ICC protocol, take part in the presentation ceremony after Australia beat New Zealand in Melbourne on Sunday to win their fifth World Cup. The Bangladeshi politician previously considered his resignation in protest at umpiring decisions at the quarter-final stage of the tournament. Narayanaswami Srinivasan presents the World Cup to Australia, rather than ICC president Mustafa Kamal . Bangladesh were knocked out by their neighbours India, in a match partially notable for marginal decisions by the on-field and third umpires. Kamal suggested afterwards that the 'I' in ICC stood in effect for the powerhouse of 'India' rather than 'International'. ICC chief executive David Richardson described Kamal's remarks as 'unfortunate' in an official statement. ICC chairman Narayanaswami Srinivasan presented the World Cup to Australia, rather than Kamal - who has reportedly since made it clear in interviews with the Bangladeshi media that he remains far from happy about recent events. Mustafa Kamal (right) has threatened to resign from the ICC and . 'I was supposed to give the trophy,' he said. 'It is my constitutional right. But very unfortunately, I wasn't allowed to do so. My rights were dishonoured.' Kamal does not appear likely to let the matter rest either. 'After I go back home, I will let the whole world know what's happening in ICC. 'I will let the whole world know about those guys who are doing these mischievous things.'

Summary: Bangladeshi politician Mustafa Kamal critical of ICC during World Cup . Kamal questioned umpiring decisions and labelled it 'India Cricket Council' President not on hand to present the trophy on Sunday, against protocol . Now he has threatened to reveal 'mischievous things' about the ICC .


Iceland is known for its hot springs and Northern lights. But now, researchers have revealed it is also the chlamydia capital of Europe. While the Nordic countries has high rates of the sexually transmitted disease (STD), rates in the US are even more alarming. Since 1980, rates of chlamydia in the US have soared compared to Europe. And while the number of Americans with gonorrhoea has declined since 1980, the figure for the US still eclipses rates of its European counterparts. Washington D.C., shown in the diagrams under its former name of the District of Columbia, had the most syphilis, HIV and gonorrhoea, while Kentucky was the state with the highest rates of hepatitis. Meanwhile, Estonia tops the European scale for HIV rates, Russia sits in the top five for the most HPV, hepatitis B, gonorrhoea, syphilis and HIV. Researchers at onlinedoctor.superdrug.com used the latest data from the World Health Organisation and the US' Centres for Disease Centers Control and Prevention (CDC). They plotted maps and graphs of STD rates in Europe and the US, from 1980 to 2013. Here, they reveal the most STD-riddled countries... Researchers found a stark difference between the United States and Europe. Graphs, showing the difference between rates of chlamydia, gonorrhoea, and syphilis in Europe (left) and the U.S. (right), show Europe has managed to keep the incidence of STDs relatively low. There was one spike for chlamydia in 2005 and increases in gonorrhoea and syphilis in the mid-1990s. Outside of that, there were no drastic increases in these STDs in Europe. What occurred with STD rates in the United States is more alarming, researchers said. gonorrhoea rates, which were soaring compared to incidences of the disease in Europe, declined drastically in this period. But the gonorrhoea in the US still eclipses rates of its European counterparts. Worse yet is how much the US’s chlamydia incidence has risen over the same period of time; rates are sky high compared with statistics across the sea. The table shows the top five countries in Europe with the highest rate per STD. Iceland may be known for it's natural beauty, but it also sits No. 1 on the top five for chlamydia, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C infections in Europe. It is also in the top five for HPV. Russia had the most top five placements on these not-so-flattering charts, showing up in five of the eight lists. Moldova has the most herpes, while the UK tops the HPV chart . The table shows the top 5 US states by STD incidence. The District of Columbia - now known as Washington D.C. - is the place where HIV, syphilis, and gonorrhoea are diagnosed at the highest rates. Researchers said D.C.’s own health officials have called its HIV rates 'higher than rates in West African nations'. They pointed out the District’s massive rates of HIV and AIDS are linked to delays in treatment after diagnosis, a lack of testing, and misconceptions about susceptibility to HIV/AIDS . The map above highlights which STD had the most new diagnoses annually in a given

Summary: Researchers plotted maps and graphs of STD rates from 1980 to 2013 . In the US, rates of chlamydia soared since 1980 compared to Europe . Gonorrhea rates are still much higher in the US than in Europe . Washington D.C. has the highest incidence of syphilis, HIV and gonorrhea . In Europe, Moldova has the most herpes, while the UK tops the HPV chart .


Four patients have been infected with an antibiotic-resistant 'superbug' linked to a type of medical scope that is used on more than a half-million people in the U.S. every year. The incident took place at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles where the patients were confirmed with the bacteria known as CRE. The revelation comes two weeks after a similar outbreak happened at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center where two patients died and seven were left ill after becoming infected with the bacteria. Scroll down for video . Four patients have been infected with an antibiotic-resistant 'superbug' linked to a type of medical scope that is used on more than a half-million people in the U.S. every year. The incident took place at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (above) in Los Angeles where the patients were confirmed with bacteria known as CRE . Cedars-Sinai said that it halted endoscopic procedures after learning about the UCLA outbreak and launched its own investigation. However, the germ may have been transmitted through a duodenoscope during procedures performed between last August and January. The hospital said there is no evidence other patients are at risk, but as a precaution, it sent free home-test kits to 64 patients who had procedures to diagnose pancreatic and bile-duct problems. Cedars-Sinai said that it halted endoscopic procedures after learning about the UCLA outbreak and launched its own investigation. The germ may have been transmitted through a duodenoscope during procedures performed between last August and January (above illustration of how a duodenum is used during procedures) In recent years, hospitals across the country have grappled with cases of CRE, or carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae, with some linked to hard-to-clean medical scopes made by Olympus and other companies. The bacteria can cause infections of the bladder or lungs and can contribute to death in up to half of seriously infected patients. Last month, two people died and 16 were hospitalized in North Carolina after contracting CRE at an unnamed hospital. The latest cases come two weeks after a similar outbreak happened at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center (above) where two patients died and seven were left ill after becoming infected with the bacteria . The latest infections were reported to state and local health departments and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. One patient died, but Cedars-Sinai said the cause was an underlying medical condition not related to the superbug infection. UCLA and Cedars-Sinai said infections occurred at the hospitals despite cleaning the devices to the manufacturer's standards. Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae, or CRE, are bacteria that are unique in that they are resistant to most antibiotics. They typically live in the soil or water. Patients infected with the bacteria are typically not symptomatic, but can develop pneumonia, kidney and bladder infections, and bloodstream infections. They began appearing in the U.S. roughly twelve years ago, and have since spread to at least 41 states. There is no effective treatment yet available for the bacteria, which can linger in the body more than a year, and mortality rates hover at 40 to 50 per cent. Both have

Summary: Patients were at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center where they were confirmed with bacteria CRE . Revelation comes two weeks after outbreak at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center where two patients died and seven were ill after becoming infected . Hospital said germ may have been transmitted through a duodenoscope during procedures performed between last August and January . No evidence of other patients at risk but home-test kits sent to 64 patients .


A man has been fired from his job as a 'hospitality ambassador' in California after video surfaced that appeared to show him beating up a homeless man. A male and female employee, dressed in neon shirts and baseball hats, began arguing with the two homeless men before the worker hit the man across the face behind a CVS store in Berkeley on March 20. The ambassador continued to attack while the homeless man was curled in a ball on the ground. Then, as the two men packed up their belongings to leave, he pinned the other against the wall by the throat. YouTube.com . The two 'hospitality ambassadors' confronted two homeless men in downtown Berkeley, California . The 'ambassador' was caught on camera swinging a powerful punch which floor the homeless man . As the man's dog leapt around in panic, the city worker continued to beat the homeless man while he lay on the ground in a ball . Berkeley's ambassador program is coordinated through the Downtown Berkeley Association, a non-profit group. Downtown Berkeley Association CEO John Caner apologized for the incident and said the man was fired on Thursday after a video of the beating was posted online. He said a second 'hospitality ambassador' who witnessed the beating and did nothing to stop it has been suspended. The names of both ambassadors have not been released. Mr Caner told Berkeleyside.com: 'It’s clearly totally unacceptable. We apologize to (the victim) and to the community. 'This is clearly so out of the realm of acceptable behavior and totally contrary to all of the training provided to ambassadors.' The San Francisco Chronicle reported that the homeless man who was assaulted was later arrested by police on suspicion of assault and making criminal threats based on a report by the ambassadors. The ambassadors' purpose is to create a more welcoming environment for residents and visitors. The two ambassadors hassled the homeless men until they gathered up their belongings and moved along . However the man could not resist taking one final swing at the vagrant - pinning him up against the wall .

Summary: The city ambassador in Berkeley, California was fired on Thursday after video of him emerged beating a homeless man . The attack took place behind a CVS store on March 20 .


Porto cruised into the last eight of the Champions League after a comprehensive victory against Basle at the Estadio do Dragao on Tuesday night. The teams drew 1-1 in Switzerland three weeks ago but goals by Yacine Brahimi, Miguel Herrera, Casemiro and Vincent Aboubakar settled the tie to send the Portuguese side into their first quarter-final since 2009. The one sour note on an otherwise perfect night for Porto was that captain Danilo had to be carried off on a stretcher with his neck in a brace, but it was later confirmed he had suffered no serious injury. Casemiro slides to his knees in celebration after finding the top corner with a stunning free-kick . Casemiro points the sky in celebration after firing Porto into a 3-0 lead on the night sealing the victory . Tomas Vaclik dives in vain as Casemiro's unstoppable strike flies into the top corner in Porto on Tuesday . Porto: Fabiano; Danilo, Maicon, Marcano, Sandro; Herrera, Casemiro, Evandro (Quaresma 79 mins); Tello, Aboubakar, Brahimi (Neves 74). Subs not used: Helton, Martins Indi, Quintero, Torres, Paciencia . Scorer(s): Brahimi 14, Herrera 47, Casemiro 56, Aboubakar 76 . Booked: Marcano . Manager: Julen Lopetegui . Basle: Vaclik; Xhaka, Schaer (Embolo 57), Samuel, Safari; Elneny, Frei (Kakitani 63); Gonzalez, Zuffi, Gashi (Calla 77); Streller . Subs not used: Vailati, Traore, Degen, Ajeti, . Booked: Gashi, Gonzalez, Safari . Sent off: Samuel . Manager: Paulo Sousa . Referee: Jonas Eriksson . Basle were reduced to 10 men in injury time after experienced defender Walter Samuel was dismissed for a second bookable offence for an off-the-ball incident with Aboubakar. Algerian midfielder Brahimi opened the scoring for the home side in the 14th minute with a superbly executed free kick after on-loan Barcelona forward Cristian Tello was clumsily felled right on the edge of the penalty area by former Inter Milan defender Samuel. Brahimi placed the ball with purpose before the 25-year-old sent a bending effort over the wall and into the top corner, leaving Basle goalkeeper Tomas Vaclik rooted to the spot. Porto were then dealt a major blow as captain and Real Madrid target Danilo was involved in a sickening collision with his own keeper Fabiano. The clash left both men in a heap but it was the Brazilian right back that came off worst. Danilo crashed to the floor, visibly knocked following contact with Fabiano's shoulder. The 23-year-old left the field on a stretcher with his neck in a brace before being placed in an ambulance and taken to hospital, where tests revealed no lasting damage. Yacine Brahimi opened the scoring for Porto with a brilliantly placed free kick in the 14th minute . Hector Herrera wheels away in celebration after giving Porto a 2-0 lead early in the second half . Cameroon striker Aboubakar falls to his knees as he celebrates his goal in front of the fans . After a lengthy stoppage in play Porto could have added to their lead in the first half as the Portuguese side controlled the game. First Casmeiro and then Aboubakar went

Summary: Basle and Porto drew 1-1 in first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie . Porto reached the quarter-final for the first time since 2009 with a 4-0 win . Yacine Brahimi opened the scoring for the hosts with a brilliant free kick . Danilo left field on stretcher with a neck brace after clash with own keeper . Miguel Herrera doubled the lead two minutes into the second half . Casemiro then added another with a brilliant free kick of his own . Vincent Aboubakar scored the fourth as he found the top corner . Walter Samuel was sent off for Basle in injury time for a second yellow .


Just 19 months ago, Nathan Matthews posed happily with his teenage stepsister Becky Watts as their parents married. His girlfriend, Shauna Hoare, also smiled as she stood alongside the teenager and the delighted newlyweds. Yesterday, Matthews and Hoare stood emotionless in the dock to face charges after 16-year-old Becky’s dismembered body was discovered 80 yards from their home earlier this week. Delivery driver Matthews, 28, is accused of murdering his stepsister. Hoare, 21, is accused of ‘consistently lying to police’ in an attempt to protect her boyfriend. Scroll down for videos . A photograph from Darren and Anjie Galsworthy's 2013 wedding has emerged showing Matthews (far left) next to the couple, with Hoare (next to Mrs Galsworthy) and Becky (right) as bridesmaids . Nathan Matthews, the stepbrother of Becky Watts, was remanded in custody this morning after he appeared in court charged with the 16-year-old's murder. He is pictured in a court sketch of the short hearing . Matthews's girlfriend, Shauna Hoare, 21, also pictured in a sketch by a court artist, appeared in a separate hearing in the same packed courtroom charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice . Their separate court appearances were a stark contrast to the wedding photograph which was taken by a family friend in August 2013, after Becky’s father Darren Galsworthy, 51, married Matthews’ mother Anjie, 49, at a church ceremony in St George, Bristol. Nearly 100 guests attended a reception at the nearby Bendix Club, Kingswood, where Becky and her stepbrother were seen laughing and joking together. Matthews, who held his and Hoare’s young daughter in the picture, was dressed in the same grey suit and cream waistcoat as his stepfather. Hoare and Becky wore matching blue bridesmaid dresses. At Bristol Magistrates’ Court yesterday, the accused were both dressed in baggy blue t-shirts as they were led into the dock handcuffed to a guard. Matthews spoke only to give his name and address during his short appearance, before being remanded to appear via video link in the city’s crown court today. Nathan Matthews (left) was remanded in custody and will appear via video link before Bristol Crown Court tomorrow. Hoare (right) was remanded in custody and will appear at the same court on April 2 . Becky, 16, was last seen at her home in the St George's area of Bristol on February 19. Body parts thought to belong to the teenager were found on Monday night after police were called to an address in Barton Hill . Minutes later, his girlfriend appeared in court, holding her arm across her stomach as she listened to the charge against her. It read: ‘Between February 18 and March 1 you did a series of acts which had the tendency to pervert the course of public justice, in that you hindered the police investigation to assist Nathan Matthews and intended for him to avoid detection for the murder of Rebecca Watts.’ District Judge Lynne Matthews remanded her to appear in court next month. A small group gathered outside screamed abuse and hit the side of the

Summary: Nathan Matthews, 28, charged with murder of missing teenager . He was remanded in custody during hearing at Bristol Magistrates' Court . Unshaven Matthews told he will appear at Crown Court via video link . Shauna Hoare, 21, charged with attempting to pervert course of justice . She appeared in a separate hearing in the same packed courtroom . Hoare also remanded in custody to appear at Crown Court next month . Five others arrested in connection with case being questioned by police . Officers were today given a further 24 hours to question the five . Becky vanished from her Bristol home on February 19 . Body parts were discovered by police on Monday night .


A man was arrested after a four-hour armed siege with police after he claimed to have a gun and explosives in his house. Dozens of police - many of them heavily-armed - were involved in the tense stand-off in Huddersfield yesterday. They rushed to the scene and evacuated houses after the man claimed to have a gun and an explosive device inside the house. Tense: Heavily-armed police were involved in the standoff for four hours after the man claimed to have a weapon and explosives . Drama: The housing estate in Huddersfield went into lockdown whilst police surrounded the house . Siege: Police wearing full body armour swarmed into the estate to protect the public . The drama eventually ended shortly after 5pm when police confirmed a man had been arrested. Police cordons had sealed off a large area of the estate and Chief Inspector Jonathan Blackwell confirmed the siege had ended safely last night. He said: 'At 5.08pm, the 31-year-old man left the property after officers successfully negotiated his surrender. 'The man was then arrested by police on suspicion of firearms offences and section 136 of the Mental Health Act. 'Officers were called to the property on Hall Cross Grove at 1.36pm this afternoon following concerns for a man's safety. 'At that stage the man had made threats to harm himself and claimed to be in possession of a firearm and explosive devices. 'The safety of the public is our top priority and it was necessary to close some roads in the area while the incident was ongoing. 'We are now pleased to have resolved this incident without any harm coming to anyone and I would like to thank local residents for their patience and support while we worked to bring this situation to a peaceful and safe resolution'. Police carried out a detailed search of the property for explosive devices and firearms, but had yet to confirm whether they had found anything. Armed: The drama eventually ended shortly after 5pm when police confirmed a man had been arrested . Corden: Police carried out a detailed search of the property for explosive devices and firearms, but had yet to confirm whether they had found anything . The drama centred on Hall Cross Grove, a small cul-de-sac, and officers were stationed all around the house. Dozens of armed officers wearing full body armour arrived at approximately 1.30pm, and set up a cordon to keep the public safe. Kieran Carter, who lives just yards from the house at the centre of the drama, told the Huddersfield Daily Examiner while the siege was still ongoing: 'It's very surreal. 'I was out in the back garden, which backs on to Hall Cross Grove, tidying up some rubbish when all of a sudden the police were there. 'They told me they needed to use my garden to get through to a house and told me to go inside. 'There are three of them there at the minute: one with what looks like a machine-gun, another one with a dog and the third what looks like a

Summary: Drama in Huddersfield after man claims to have gun and bomb . Dozens of heavily-armed police involved in tense four-hour standoff . Man arrested and remains in custody as police search house .


Jonathan Davies is determined to prove Wales’ doubters wrong in the final weekend of the RBS 6 Nations and plans to celebrate the championship with a plastic cup after a silverware snub. With trophies being sent to Twickenham and Murrayfield, Wales will return home from Rome empty handed even if they go on to win the three-horse race for the title. Warren Gatland’s side need a thumping victory over Italy to overturn their points deficit on England and Ireland and — despite the Kiwi keeping his counsel about the scenario — there is understood to be some disappointment about the organisers’ trophy decision. Wales centre Jonathan Davies is tackled by Ireland lock Paul O'Connell (left) and tighthead Mike Ross . ‘I’m sure we’ll find a trophy somewhere, like a plastic cup or something,’ said Davies. ‘Obviously people are doubting us and they don’t think we’re going to be involved. But we just worry about ourselves, concentrate on ourselves, and will put a performance together that hopefully means we can get the cup on Sunday.’ Welsh hopes of a landslide victory could hinge on the fitness of Italy No 8 Sergio Parisse, who has a ‘30-40 per cent chance’ of being fit. Italy have delayed their team announcement by 24 hours to give him time to recover, but Davies says Wales will not change their approach even if the 31-year-old is ruled out. Scott Williams is congratulated by Davies and Dan Biggar following his crucial try against Ireland . ‘We can’t fall into that trap,’ said Davies. ‘If you do, the pressure seems to come on you rather than the opposition. ‘Italy have some key injuries with the captain maybe being out, and after the disappointment of France, they’ll have doubt in their minds. ‘It’s about us going out there and stamping our authority. It’s about sealing that doubt and building from there.’ While Italy are struggling for form, Wales are still building momentum after their victory over Ireland. A fine defensive display kept the championship race alive, however Davies knows his side must add more cutting edge in attack. Warren Gatland's side are in a three-horse race for the Six Nations title that will be decided on Saturday . ‘Looking back on the Ireland game, we probably left two or three scoring opportunities out there,’ said Davies. ‘This week we’re going to have to take all our chances. ‘As a back line we haven’t fired as we’d have wanted to. The forwards have worked tirelessly all campaign for us and there’s pressure on the backs now to take opportunities.’ If Wales can rack up the points, the pressure will move on to Ireland and England, who are up second and third against Scotland and France in the afternoon of staggered fixtures. Davies and his countrymen will watch events unfold from Rome and he plans to cheer on his French clubmates from Clermont Auvergne. Italy's captain and talisman Sergio Parisse faces a race to fit for the visit of Wales on Saturday . ‘France can be amazing at times,’ said Davies. ‘Hopefully, they

Summary: Wales are in a three-horse race for the Six Nations title along with Ireland and England ahead of the final round of action on Saturday . Warren Gatland's side need a thumping victory over the Azzurri to overturn their points deficit on England and Ireland . Italy No 8 Sergio Parisse has a '30-40 per cent chance' of being fit .


Margaret Thatcher is said to have ordered testing of a laser to be used in the Falklands War . A secret 'death ray' laser was developed during the Falklands War and ordered for testing by the then Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, documents reveal. Britain was said to have worked with America to develop the high powered lasers for use on the battlefield during the 1970s and 1980s. The beam, nicknamed a 'death ray', had been developed quickly because of fears over the weapons possessed by the Soviets - but was never used. But Lady Thatcher was said to be so impressed with the technology she ordered testing to take place during the Falklands War, the Daily Express reported. Existence of the laser was revealed in the National Archives, in a letter - marked 'top secret' from the then Defence Secretary Michael Heseltine to Lady Thatcher in 1983 about the weapons owned by the Soviets and Britain's position. It said: 'You may recall that we developed and deployed with great urgency a naval laser weapon, designed to dazzle low-flying Argentinian pilots attacking ships, to the Task Force in the South Atlantic. 'The weapon was not used in action and knowledge of it has been kept to a very restricted circle.' The letter was revealed under the 30 year rule. Sheffield academic Dr David Clarke found the letter in his search of the archives and said the 'naval laser weapon' referred to a device tested, but never used in anger, when troops were defending the Suez Canal in 1941. Margaret Thatcher (pictured front, centre) visited HMS Hermes when it came back from the Falklands War . This device used powerful searchlights to dazzle pilots as they attacked Royal Navy ships. In 1982, when the Falkland Islands was invaded, it was decided to use the same tactics to try and blind enemy pilots. In the 1980s Britain was said to be focused on developing medium power lasers directed against relatively softer targets such as eyes, optic and electro-optic sensors. These weapons was designed to target low flying aircraft by 'dazzling' pilots targeting ships. The 'death ray' was said to be unlikely to be unsuccessful in targeting ships but would work on humans. Britain's laser weapon research in the 1980s was covered by two programmes - known as Raker and Shingle. According to the correspondence from Mr Heseltine, Britain had been working with America on developing laser weapons since the 1970s. Mr Heseltine also detailed fears in his letter to Lady Thatcher about the Soviets were developing a range of secret beam weapons. However he said he was uncertain whether owning these weapons was useful. In the letter he added: 'the Russians could be in a position to field such weapons by the mid-1980s (in fact, the Russians may already have deployed a laser weapon on the cruiser Kirov)'. The Falklands War lasted from April to June 1982, with the loss of 255 personnel from the UK.

Summary: Britain believed to have worked with America on development of lasers . Michael Heseltine wrote a 'top secret' letter to Margaret Thatcher in 1983 . It told of fears about the Soviets developing lasers and Britain's progress . Letter revealed Britain had its own 'naval laser weapon' to dazzle pilots . Margaret Thatcher ordered tests during Falklands War but it was not used .


An inmate who was killed in a 'horror movie-style' botched execution last year chatted with prison guards and even suggested a vein in his leg for his lethal injection, new documents have revealed. Clayton Lockett, who shot and buried alive Stephanie Neiman, 19, in 1999, was scheduled to be put to death by an untested cocktail of three drugs, including midazolam, in Oklahoma on April 29. But after medical officials repeatedly failed to set up an intravenous line - ultimately, pumping the drugs into his femoral artery, causing them to leak into his tissue - he took 43 minutes to die. Now, newly-released transcripts of interviews with officials inside the state's death chamber have revealed grisly details of the moments leading up to the 'bloody mess' that was Lockett's death. Scroll down for video . Murder: Clayton Lockett (left), who shot and buried alive Stephanie Neiman (right), 19, in 1999, chatted with prison guards and even suggested a vein in his leg for his lethal injection, new documents have revealed . The botched killing led to a temporary moratorium on executions in Oklahoma while the U.S. Supreme Court considers whether the state's three-drug method is constitutionally humane. The interviews, which are among 5,000 pages of documents unveiled by the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety, show Lockett causally chatted with the paramedic who was inserting his IV line. He told the paramedic his arm was scarred from previous drug use, but there still was a viable vein in it . 'And he said if you will go right above the scars, I have a good vein,' the paramedic said. Although the official took Lockett's advice and successfully inserted the needle, they did not have the right kind of tape to hold the line in place, so it came loose, according to the interview transcripts. Lockett, a former intravenous crystal meth user who had dehydrated himself for three hours for the execution, then suggested that officials insert the needle through his leg instead, NBC reported. 'He said, 'I've got a vein in my leg, my right leg,' the medic recalled in an interview. 'And I said, "Well, I don't like to do those because they cause a lot of clots". 'He said,"Does it really matter?"' Botchedi njection: Lockett was scheduled to be put to death at Oklahoma state prison (above)) by an untested cocktail of three drugs, including the sedative midazolam, on April 29. But after medical officials failed to set up his intravenous line - ultimately, pumping the drugs into his femoral artery - he took a huge 43 minutes to die . Lethal: Now, newly-released transcripts of interviews with officials inside the death chamber have revealed gthe moments leading up to Lockett's death. Above, one of the drugs used in the execution, midazolam . Officials ultimately chose to put the IV into Lockett's femoral vein through his groin, using a 1.25in needle that appeared to be too short for the procedure - the recommended length was 2.5in. 'Well, we'll just have to make it work,' the doctor told the concerned medic, the

Summary: Clayton Lockett, 38, shot and buried alive Stephanie Neiman, 19, in 1999 . Prisoner was killed in 'horror movie-style' botched execution last spring . New documents have revealed he chatted with Oklahoma prison guards . Even suggested a vein for lethal injection after medic could not find one . Untested cocktail of 3 drugs ultimately leaked into Lockett's body tissue . Execution described as a 'bloody mess'; prisoner took 43 minutes to die .


One of Britain’s most popular online bookmakers has been branded a ‘rip-off company’ after failing to honour odds offered during a crucial Chelsea match. Furious customers are demanding a bigger payout after placing wagers with Sky Bet that the Premier League leaders would be knocked out of the Champions League by Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday night. The firm’s mobile phone app was offering odds of 25-1 for a PSG win in extra time – but when it came to settling the bets, they paid out at just 9-2. It means the winnings for a £10 wager would have been cut from £260 to £55, including the return of the original stake. A customer placing a bet at 9.50pm received generous odds of 25/1 (left), but when it came to settling the bets, they paid out at just 9-2 (right) Sky Bet claims the better odds were offered by ‘mistake’ – and its actions are in keeping with their small print . Sky Bet claims the better odds were offered by ‘mistake’ – and its actions are in keeping with the small print in its terms and conditions. The longer odds were offered while Chelsea were leading 2-1 in extra time. But the French side equalised, despite being reduced to ten men, and won the two-legged clash on away goals. Punters who successfully bet on the result were told they would be paid less than they expected only after the match was over, with an email sent from the company blaming an ‘administration error’. David Luiz celebrates scoring PSG's first goal during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, second leg . Emil Bolstad, 26, was expecting to win £150 plus his £6 stake back – but profited by only £27. He said: ‘It’s false advertising. I made the bet based on 25-1 odds, not 9-2. It was only when it came time to pay up that I noticed the odds had changed. ‘If they can do this because of an “error”, they can do it for all their odds. They could triple their odds and after people have bet say, “Oh no, it was a mistake” and not pay out.’ Labour MP Graham Jones called the move 'outrageous' Labour MP Graham Jones said: ‘This is outrageous. What would have happened if a rival firm had better odds but people chose Sky Bet because of the 25-1 odds? Customers would have lost out. You can’t change the price after the sale. ‘Sky Bet are clearly a rip-off company who are willing to take their customers to the cleaners and deceive them. This is typical of the gambling industry.’ Sky Bet’s managing director Richard Flint said the longer odds were ‘clearly’ wrong. He said: ‘Occasionally mistakes happen. In this case a wrong price was displayed for around three minutes, and a small number of customers bet at the incorrect odds. These odds were clearly wrong – we showed odds of 25-1 when the true odds and the odds displayed by all other bookmakers was 9-2. We settled at the correct odds.’ The terms and

Summary: Sky Bet branded a 'rip-off' after failing to honour odds at a Chelsea match . Firm’s mobile phone app offered odds of 25-1 for a PSG win in extra time . But when settling the bets, they paid out at just 9-2 to fury of customers . Sky Bet has since claimed that the better odds were offered by 'mistake'


Draft legislation aimed at boosting a flagging birth rate threatens to reduce Iranian women to 'baby-making machines' and set their rights back by decades, Amnesty International warned on Wednesday. The London-based human rights group said that a first bill, which has already been approved once by parliament, would restrict access to contraception, forcing women into unsafe backstreet abortions. It said the second draft law, which is to go before parliament next month, would close many jobs to women who choose not to or are unable to have children. Iran is seeking to double its population to 150 million by 2065 . 'The proposed laws will entrench discriminatory practices and set the rights of women and girls in Iran back by decades,' said Amnesty's deputy director for the Middle East and North Africa, Hassiba Hadj Sahraoui. 'The authorities are promoting a dangerous culture in which women are stripped of key rights and viewed as baby-making machines rather than human beings with fundamental rights to make choices about their own bodies and lives.' The draft legislation comes in response to a call by supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei to double Iran's population to 150 million within 50 years. Iranian officials have expressed alarm at its ageing population, with an official at the national birth registry, Mohammad Nazemi Ardekani, warning last April the population growth rate could fall to zero 'within 30 years'. The bill, which is now undergoing amendment, would ban voluntary sterilisation and end state subsidies for contraceptive services. Draft legislation will put men and women in Iran who can have children to the top of the priority list for jobs . Amnesty said it would inevitably lead to an increase in backstreet terminations in a country where abortion is illegal except in very limited circumstances. The second bill would require both public and private employers to give priority to men and women with children when hiring for certain jobs. It would also make divorce more difficult and restrict intervention by the state in family disputes, which Amnesty said would expose women to increased risks of domestic violence. Women currently make up around 60 percent of university students in Iran and 10 percent of economically active women are employed, according to official figures.

Summary: Draft legislation aimed at boosting a flagging birth rate has come under fire . Iran is seeking to double its population to 150million by 2065 . It wants to restrict contraception access and prioritise jobs for the fertile . Amnesty says the laws will set rights of women back decades .


Sunderland have sacked manager Gus Poyet in the wake of Saturday’s humiliating 4-0 defeat at home to Aston Villa. The result leaves the Black Cats one point and one place above the drop zone and owner Ellis Short believes a change of manager is needed to avoid relegation. Poyet – who leaves after 17 months in charge – was informed of the club’s decision having taken training at the Academy of Light on Monday morning. Gus Poyet has been sacked by Sunderland with the club just one point above the relegation zone . Sunderland fans turned on manager Poyet during the defeat by Aston Villa on Saturday . Sportsmail reported earlier in the day that influential sporting director Lee Congerton had advised Short to sack Poyet. A statement on the club's website confirmed the news on Monday afternoon, in which Short said: 'I would like to thank Gus for his endeavours during his time at the club, in particular last season’s "great escape" and cup final appearance, which will live long in the memory of every Sunderland fan. Goalkeeper Costel Pantilimon looks dejected as Sunderland were thrashed at home by Villa . Gabriel Agbonlahor scored two of Aston Villa's goals in the 4-0 win on Saturday . 525 - Poyet's number of days in charge since his arrival on October 8, 2013. 75 - The Uruguayan's number of games in charge, winning 23, losing 22 and drawing 30. 3 - The number of games against bitter rivals Newcastle. He won them all with an aggregate of 6-1. 35 - Poyet was the 35th man to manage Sunderland either permanently or as a caretaker. 22 - The number of years between Sunderland's appearances in a major final. Poyet took them to the 2014 Capital One Cup final, 22 years on from their defeat to Liverpool in the FA Cup showpiece. They lost to Manchester City. 14 - Sunderland's final position in Poyet's first season. 4 - The amount of games won in the Premier League by Sunderland this season. The joint-worst with bottom side Leicester. 'Sadly, we have not made the progress that any of us had hoped for this season and we find ourselves battling, once again, at the wrong end of the table. We have therefore made the difficult decision that a change is needed.' Poyet’s position had become untenable after a breakdown in relationship with Congerton and the club’s fans, thousands of whom streamed for the exits with the team trailing by four at half-time against Villa. A handful of supporters even tried to storm the dugout while some targeted the directors’ box – including chief executive Margaret Byrne - leaving the club hierarchy in no doubt that a change was necessary. Holland boss Dick Advocaat has already spoken to the club about a short-term deal until the end of the season and he could be installed before Saturday’s trip to West Ham. Congerton is close to Frank Arnesen – they worked together at Chelsea and Hamburg – and he is thought to have recommended Advocaat for the role. The

Summary: Sunderland are just one place and one point above the relegation zone . Gus Poyet was appointed as manager in October 2013 . Dick Advocaat has been linked with taking over until the summer . Paolo Di Canio: Don't blame Gus Poyet, Ellis Short is the problem . CLICK HERE for all the latest Sunderland news as Poyet is OUT .


Gareth Southgate is refusing to be carried away by his England Under-21 side after seeing them take another significant step forward with a victory over fellow European Championship finalists Germany. Southgate's youngsters twice came from behind at Middlesbrough's Riverside Stadium before surging to a 3-2 win, to the delight of a crowd of 30,178. However, despite also beating Portugal and hosts the Czech Republic, who will also be at this summer's finals tournament, the former England defender is keeping his feet firmly on the ground. James Ward-Prowse wheels away in celebration after scoring the winner in England Under 21's win . Saints midfielder completed an unlikely comeback that saw two late goals scored in three minutes . Asked if he was excited by what might lie ahead, Southgate said: 'Not really. 'I love working with the group that we have, staff and players, it's a real united body of people. We have got quality and they want to be the best they can be, so they have got a chance. 'But we also know that we are very quick to put people on a pedestal, and we haven't achieved anything yet. We have had some good results, we have had some nice compliments, but we know what our goal is and we know that we are driven to achieve that. 'We are not interested in too much until we do that.' Nathan Redmond leaps for joy after bringing England level at 2-2 with a deflected shot in the second half . Jesse Lindgard brought England level for the first time with a composed finish from Carl Jenkinson's cross . Southgate's caution was perhaps a reflection of an ordinary start by his team as they struggled to get to grips with a Germany squad boasting some 600 more top-flight appearances than his. England fell behind with just 15 minutes gone when Kaiserslautern striker Philipp Hofmann, celebrating his 22nd birthday, expertly controlled and converted a left-wing cross, and after Jesse Lingard had levelled, restored Germany's lead within five minutes of the restart. The home team left it late to make the big push, but when it came, it was decisive. Germany striker Philipp Hofmann scored a brace but could not prevent the Young Lions from securing win . Liverpool and Germany midfielderEmre Can (right) slides in for a tackle on England's Jake Forster-Caskey . Nathan Redmond's strike from substitute Alex Pritchard's pass levelled it with 10 minutes remaining, and it was left to skipper James Ward-Prowse to win it two minutes later when he accepted full-back Carl Jenkinson's ball and calmly steered his shot past keeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen. Asked how he would manage expectation ahead of the summer, Southgate said: 'We will just show people the first 25 minutes of the game - that will keep everybody's expectations in check, it's as simple as that. 'We have belief in the group of players, and they are fantastic to work with. We believe they can play at a very high level, but we believe because of the talent and the ability that they have

Summary: England came from behind to beat Germany at the Riverside Stadium . A crowd of 30,178 watched the victory at Middlesbrough's ground . Victory is another significant step towards European Championship . But manager Gareth Southgate is refusing to get carried away with win .


A Spanish actress was caught faking her illustrious career by editing her face onto pictures of other celebrities before sharing them with her 22,000 Instagram followers. Anna Allen, 32, deleted her account after it was discovered that she had posted fake photos of herself supposedly attending this year's Oscars. According to Spanish outlets, she even gave an interview following the ceremony, claiming that she had spoken with host Neil Patrick Harris 'for a good while'. But that was only a small part of Anna's Oscar-worthy social media performance. Scroll down for video . Great lie: Spanish actress Anna Allen, 32, edited this image to make it look like she was posing on the red carpet at this year's Oscars . Impostor syndrome: For last year's Academy Awards, Anna (left) superimposed her face onto another woman's body (right) to make it appear as though she had attended the ceremony . Prior to the event, Anna had taken and cropped Lupita Nyong’o's snapshot of her invitation to the 87th annual Academy Awards and posed it as her own. And for last year's Oscars, she superimposed her face onto one female attendee's body, although her deception had seemingly gone unnoticed. In addition to her fake awards show appearances, Anna has edited photos to make it look as though she was guest starring on certain television series. Stolen snapshots: Anna's posted a photo of her invitation to the Oscars, which was actually a cropped version of the picture that Lupita Nyong’o had shared on her Instagram account . Imitation game: When Lupita shared this photo of her Academy Awards invitation, she wrote: 'It's official; I'm invited to the Oscars' Anna claimed to be on set of The Big Bang Theory after she shared a photo of herself with the cast, but her followers were actually seeing her face on actress Summer Glau's body. She did the same thing with actress Romola Garai's image in order to make it look like she was the one who starred alongside Jonny Lee Miller in the 2009 BBC mini-series Emma. But what what may be the most shocking is how many photos Anna had taken from actress Sophia Bush and treated as her own. She reposted numerous snapshots from Sophia's Instagram account, including pictures of the Chicago P.D. actress's shoes, work set and her travels. Group shot: Anna superimposed her face onto the body of another actress to make it look as though she was guest starring on The Big Bang Theory . Actual actress: The real photo shows that it was Summer Glau who had posed with the cast of the hit CBS series . Period piece: Anna (left) Photoshopped her face onto a photo of Romola Garai (right) to make it look as though she was the one who starred alongside Johnny Lee Miller in the 2009 BBC mini-series Emma . For one of the stolen photos, she even rewrote Sophia's picture caption, which read: 'Touchdown. Momentary sunning in my Balenciaga boots before the big day ahead.' While most celebrities are accused of Photoshopping their physical features for

Summary: Anna Allen faked having a successful acting career by posting edited images onto Instagram . She garnered 22,000 followers by Photoshopping her face onto pictures of other celebrities, before posting them to her own account . The 32-year-old was caught after Spanish outlets realized she had posted a fake photo of herself at the Oscars .


Fujiyama Crest, the legendary racehorse of Frankie Dettori, has died at the grand old age of 23. The stallion became part of racing history when he completed Dettori's 'magnificent seven' at Ascot in 1996 with a victory in the Gordon Carter H. Following that famous win, Fujiyama Crest became a hurdler for a while before returning to the flat. He was set to go through the sales ring in 2000, but Dettori purchased his winning horse and Fujiyama Crest lived out the rest of his life as the jockey's pet. Fujiyama Crest, the legendary racehorse of Italian jockey Frankie Dettori has passed away aged 23 . Dettori told thoroughbreddailynews.com, 'He died peacefully in his paddock. He's been at my home in Stetchworth ever since I bought him when he was up for sale 15 years ago and I'll never forget him.' The Italian added: 'He changed my life. There would have been no magnificent seven without him. He's been a real family pet out in the paddock at home and all my children have sat on him.' Dettori celebrates on Fujiyama Crest in the last race at Ascot in 1996, when he won on all seven mounts .

Summary: Fuijiyama Crest, the horse Frankie Dettori rode to his famous 'magnificent seven' victory at Ascot 1996, has died aged 23 . Dettori had kept Fuijiyama Crest as a family pet following the horse's retirement from racing . The Italian jockey was deeply saddened by Fuijiyama Crest's passing away .


The teenage girl at the centre of the Bali body in the suitcase murder has been smuggled out of hospital by police and lawyers clutching her tightly wrapped baby in her arms. Heather Mack, 19, accused of murdering her wealthy socialite mother, Sheila Von Weise-Mack, 62, held on to her baby tightly this afternoon as she left hospital under police guard to be returned with the child to Bali's notorious Kerobokan prison. She has already made it clear that she intends to keep her daughter, named as Stella Schaefer after her co-accused Tommy Schaefer, 21, in prison with her for the first two years of the child's life - a mother-baby relationship that jail authorities allow. Miss Mack gave birth to the 6lb 1oz baby last Wednesday in a Caesarian operation - several weeks ahead of time. Scroll down for video . Heather Mack grins as she is struggles with her seat belt while keeping baby daughter Stella under wraps. She was being taken back to notorious Kerobokan prison where she hopes to keep her baby with her . Miss Mack's shawl briefly slips and the head of the tiny baby, famous even before she was born, is revealed . Miss Mack appeared relatively relaxed throughout the journey (left) despite the crush of photographers and camera crews around her. At the end of the trip she was booked in to prison again with her baby (right) An Indonesian prison guard escorts Miss Mack (left) and her baby daughter on their way to prison in Bali . Miss Mack was taken from hospital in a wheelchair (left) while she struggled to keep her baby covered (right) It was believed that because of the baby's premature delivery the child would have to remain in an incubator at the Sanglah Hospital while her mother was returned to prison, where she is being held as her trial and that of her boyfriend proceeds through the Denpasar district court. But in a flurry of movement at the hospital this afternoon a prosecutor's car arrived and Miss Mack was ushered into it after being transported out of the hospital in a wheelchair. Despite the emotional scenes, administrative affairs had to be dealt with - one of Miss Mack's legal team had to settle the hospital bill, paying $6000 with his credit card, which he will claim back from the many thousands of dollars that have been released to him from Miss Mack's Trust account. She clutched her tightly wrapped daughter throughout under cover of a large shawl as photographers and camera crews followed her closely, continuing to film her once she was inside the car. When Miss Mack reached the prison the shawl around the baby's head slipped away as she struggled to release her seat belt, giving a handful of people outside the first glimpse of the youngster, who had become famous before her face had even been seen. Ironically, it was the mother Miss Mack has been accused of murdering in the upmarket St Regis Hotel, in Bali's Nusa Dua beachside suburb, who set up the

Summary: Mack, 19, was spirited away by police to notorious Kerobokan prison . Grinned as she clutched baby daughter tightly and kept her covered up . Gave birth to Stella on Wednesday and now intends to stay with her in jail . Court rules allow for them to stay together for first two years of child's life . Mother of co-accused Tommy Schaefer known to be concerned over plan . Schaefer, Mack accused of murdering her mother Sheila Von Weise-Mack . Body was found in suitcase in trunk of taxi at upmarket hotel on August 12 .


A mother-of-two who raided a lonely bachelor's £56,000 inheritance money so she could fund her craving for online shopping and betting machines has been jailed for 18 months. Malcolm Hibbert had been single for many years when he met Karen Hughes, 50, in December 2011 while he still was living with his widowed mother Ruth, in Burnley, Lancashire. Burnley Crown Court was told the couple never lived together but would see each other several times a week and she had keys to his property. But within months of his mother dying and leaving him £56,000 inheritance, the majority of the money was gone after Hughes callously seized control of her boyfriend's finances and splashed £20,000 of it on herself. Malcolm Hibbert had been single for many years when he met Karen Hughes, 50, in December 2011 while he was living with his widowed mother Ruth, in Burnley, Lancashire. In September 2012, Mrs Hibbert, 84, passed away and left him with an inheritance of £56,000 - the majority of which Hughes plundered . In September 2012, Mrs Hibbert, 84, passed away and left him with the inheritance which she built up with her late husband Alan who died aged 74 in 2003. Despite living on state benefits, Hughes splashed out on a string of 'staycation' seaside holidays in the UK for herself and 60-year old Mr Hibbert while secretly pocketing almost £20,000 of the legacy for herself. In one three month period it is believed Hughes spent £16,462 playing fixed odds betting terminals - dubbed the 'crack cocaine of gambling' - at her local bookmakers, and used Mr Hibbert's cash to pay Wonga loans and set up internet accounts with Argos, Littlewoods and Next. Mr Hibbert, an only child, had lived with his parents for his whole life and knew little about finance. He told court he had only discovered the money was missing when he went to his bank to ask why transactions had been blocked - and was told there was only £10,000 left of the nest egg. The court heard that Hughes ended their relationship when she was asked about the money. Despite living on state benefits, Hughes splashed out on a string of 'staycation' seaside holidays in the UK for herself and 60-year old Mr Hibbert while secretly pocketing almost £20,000 of the legacy for herself . Mr Hibbert, a delivery driver, condemned his former girlfriend as she was jailed for 18 months. He said: 'I was taken for a ride in the cruelest way possible. 'I had only just lost my mum but Karen suddenly got more involved in my life and was arranging the funeral and everything. She became my rock. I am normally very cautious with money but she wormed her way in and virtually spent the lot. I went into the bank one day and when I couldn't get any money, they told me there was lot of unusual spending habits and showed what was left. It knocked me for six. 'I just didn't have a clue what she was up to. I thought we

Summary: Malcolm Hibbert was single for many years when he met Karen Hughes . When his mother died and left inheritance Hughes started to plunder it . She splashed out on shopping and holidays - and took £20,000 for herself . He said: 'I was taken for a ride in the cruelest way possible. I thought we would have been sweethearts for life'


Albert Carter (above) has been banned from entering any Sainsbury's store in Britain - because he accidentally drove his red mobility scooter into another shopper . A grandfather has been banned from entering any Sainsbury's store in Britain - because he accidentally drove his mobility scooter into another shopper. Albert Carter received a letter from the supermarket chain stating police would be called if he is seen in any of its 1,200-plus stores again as he would be a 'trespasser'. The 80-year-old had gone into a branch of Sainsbury's in Newcastle-under-Lyme to buy a packet of cigarettes on March 7. He accidentally hit a woman with his scooter after paying and paramedics were called to the store. They took the shopper to hospital as a precaution. Mr Carter also struck a customer service desk with his scooter as he panicked following the collision with the female shopper. He received the letter outlining his ban less than a week later. The former truck driver said he has been made to feel like a 'shoplifter' following the mishap and added that it was the first accident he has been involved in on his scooter. He said: 'I understand that they might be concerned about me coming into the shop after what happened but I have never had an accident on it before so why would they ban me forever? 'It was my fault. I take the blame completely. After I paid at the front kiosk I turned to leave and then don't know how it happened. 'I didn't do it on purpose but it was that quick I'm not sure how I hit the women. I was really upset that I hurt someone. 'The staff and paramedics were nice at the time so I don't understand why I have been sent this letter. I have never been a shoplifter so why are they treating me like one? A letter sent by the store manager to the 80-year-old a week after the incident said that if he did enter a Sainsbury's he would be treated as a 'trespasser' 'I want to apologise to the lady. I am really upset to have hurt her. 'Even if I was let into Sainsbury's I'm not sure I would want to go in again after the way they treated me. I have barely left home since the incident.' The letter stated: 'The invitation to enter and shop at all Sainsbury's stores is permanently withdrawn due to the incident you were involved in. 'Should you enter any of our premises, you will be treated as a trespasser and the police will be called as necessary.' The father-of-three's daughter Jayne Taylor, from Chesterton, Staffordshire, has hit out at the supermarket for the ban, which she claims is normally reserved for shoplifters. The 50-year-old, who works as a security guard, said: 'Dad was so upset and distraught at what happened. Mr Carter said: 'Even if I was let into Sainsbury's I'm not sure I would want to go in again after the way they treated me. I have barely left home since

Summary: Albert Carter received letter after the incident in Newcastle-under-Lyme . Said if 80-year-old entered any store he would be treated as a 'trespasser' Shopper had non-serious injuries and went to hospital as a precaution .


Aggressive ground assaults aided by a flurry of Coalition airstrikes have forced ISIS from its territory in Syria and Iraq. 10 separate bombardments in a 24-hour period helped Kurdish and Christian fighters recapture a strategic village from the militants in north-eastern Syria. And a 20,000-strong force in Iraq is reportedly 'one week away' from taking back the city of Tikrit - former President Saddam Hussein's home town. Scroll down for video . Battle: Despite ISIS propaganda on its social media channels (pictured), it has lost control in both Iraq and Syria thanks to aggressive ground attacks by regional soldiers . Under attack: Islamic State has been forced out of the strategic village of Tal-Maghas in Syria's Al-Hasakah province (pictured) Propaganda: The militants have released pictures of YPG targets in Al-Hasakah being destroyed (pictured) but the reality is they have been dispelled from the province which lies near the border with Iraq . Strategic: Losing the territory is a massive blow to ISIS due to its proximity to the Iraq border, which gave them an easy supply route to the country . A joint force of Christian and Kurdish soldiers have now seized control of Tal-Maghas in Syria's Al-Hasakah province. Previously under Islamic State's tyrannical control, the village which lies just 200km east of its adopted capital of Raqqa gave them an easy supply route into neighbouring Iraq. Syria's main Kurdish force the People's Protection Unit (YPG) called for air support in the region on Friday following weeks of intense ground fighting which killed dozens on both sides. Airstrikes since the request have struck one of Islamic State's tactical units and destroyed a 'fighting position', the US military has revealed. While in Iraq, four separate strikes took out a 'large fighting unit', two tactical units, four buildings and vehicles near the northern city of Kirkuk. Soldiers on the ground have had to pause their charge through the ISIS-held city of Tikrit as they wait for reinforcements. Despite taking areas to the north and south, Islamic State fighters still hold about half the city, have booby-trapped buildings and laid roadside bombs making it a death-trap to traverse. The pro-government force desperate to drive the extremists out of the city comprises 3,000 Iraqi troops, 20,000 militiamen and smaller factions of tribesmen. Offensive: And a 20,000-strong force in Iraq is reportedly 'one week away' from taking back the city of Tikrit (pictured) Assault: The pro-government force desperate to drive the extremists out of Tikrit (pictured) comprises 3,000 Iraqi troops, 20,000 militiamen and smaller factions of tribesmen . Advantage: Taking Tikrit - former President Saddam Hussein's home town - could be a major turning point in the war against ISIS, Iraq's Defence Minister told . Even though pro-Iraqi soldiers (pictured) have taken areas to the north and south of Tikrit, Islamic State fighters still hold about half the city . One militia group's leader said ISIS still hold about 70 per cent of Tikrit's town centre but they would 'liberate' it even if street-to-street fighting was needed. Taking Tikrit could be a major turning point in the

Summary: Western coalition forces have carried out 10 airstrikes in a 24-hour period . Kurdish and Christian soldiers have seized strategic village in north Syria . Meanwhile 20,000-strong force 'one week away' from retaking Tikrit in Iraq . Kurdish peshmerga have ISIS 'on the back foot' in oil-rich Iraqi city Kirkuk .


The first thing you need to know about Jose Mourinho is just how much he loves winning football matches. It is everything to him — whether it is the Barclays Premier League, the Champions League or a charity match. Last summer, Jose was in charge of the Rest of the World for Soccer Aid, I was playing for Sam Allardyce’s England side and Mourinho’s team were leading at Old Trafford going into the final moments. To ensure the advantage was preserved, however, Mourinho — with a glint in his eye — had a word with James McAvoy, the Hollywood actor, who he was putting on as substitute. Not long after, James had gone to ground with an ‘injury’ to help run the clock down. The job was done and they won 4-2! Nemanja Matic (left) John Terry and Gary Cahill joke during training at the end of a hard week for Chelsea . Mourinho spikily replied to comments made by Jamie Carragher and Graeme Souness . Cesc Fabregas controls the ball as the Premier League leaders look forward to Sunday's Southampton game . I must stress that it was all good-natured, but on Wednesday night against Paris Saint-Germain, the actions of a Mourinho team were significantly darker. I called Chelsea’s behaviour disgraceful and sad as they pursued a Champions League quarter-final place. They went beyond what is acceptable but, unfortunately, it is not the first time we have seen them do it. I doubt it will be the last, either. Mourinho and his teams take winning to a level that other teams and managers do not. Mourinho shakes hands with fans before the start of last summer's Soccer Aid match at Old Trafford . Jamie Carragher (centre) played for Sam Allardyce's England side for the charity game in June last year . As the seconds dwindled, James McEvoy (left) went down with an injury as the the Rest of the World won 4-2 . Respect for Mourinho’s achievements in the game is beyond doubt. In a few years from now, we could be acknowledging him as the most successful manager of all time, particularly if he keeps picking up a trophy every 35 matches, as is his current remarkable ratio. But will he be loved? Chelsea fans undoubtedly adore him. Porto and Inter supporters will too. Yet beyond that? It is debatable. Will he care how he is remembered? I think he will. Deep down, I think everyone in football cares how they are perceived. Chelsea players surround Bjorn Kuipers as the Dutch referee gives Zlatan Ibrahimovic his marching orders . It was this tackle by the Swede on Oscar that had the Chelsea players swarming round the ref . Ibrahimovic's night was over after the tackle in the first half . Every outfield Chelsea player except Oscar was involved in the mass protest . Are trophies more important than creating good memories? I would always argue ‘yes’ to that. During my career, I won 10 major honours but none of the Liverpool teams I played for is particularly remembered for being

Summary: Winning is everything to Jose Mourinho - whether it is the Barclays Premier League, the Champions League or a charity match . Chelsea went beyond what is acceptable against PSG but, unfortunately, it is not the first time we have seen them do it. I doubt it will be the last, either . In a few years from now, we could be acknowledging Mourinho as the most successful manager of all time . But will he be loved? Chelsea fans undoubtedly adore him. Porto and Inter supporters will too. Yet beyond that? It is debatable .


Jamie Oliver has re-ignited his feud with fellow celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay by accusing him of being 'deeply jealous' of his success. The 39-year-old hit out at his Scottish rival after Ramsay criticised him for not attending the opening of his new restaurant - Jamie's Italian - in Hong Kong. Ramsay, 48, who previously opened his own Bread Street Kitchen in the Asian city, said Oliver could have 'at least turned up' to unveil his new eatery. Scroll down for video . Jamie Oliver (left) has hit out at fellow celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, claiming he is 'deeply jealous' of his success. It comes after Ramsay criticised Oliver for not attending the Hong Kong opening of his restaurant . Oliver responded to the comments during a visit to open a new restaurant in Sydney, Australia, this week by claiming Ramsay was simply jealous. He said: 'Gordon will do anything to try and take the p**s out of me because he is deeply jealous and can't quite work out why I do what I do and why he can't do that. 'He is too busy shouting and screaming and making our industry look like a bunch of shouters and screamers.' Oliver and his wife Jules have seen their fortune leap £90million to in excess of £240million with their restaurant chains, TV appearances and her childrenswear range. Meanwhile Ramsay's fortune is said to be valued at more than £100million with his worldwide chain of restaurants. The pair have often made snide comments at each other, and it didn't stop this week when Oliver continued to criticise his rival over their books. Oliver's 15th book, Save With Jamie, shot to the top of the UK bestsellers list upon its release, bringing his total number of book sales to just over 37million. In contrast, Ramsay has released 21 titles which have sold an estimate three million copies in total. Oliver said: 'I think that really, really annoys him. Ramsay is currently in the U.S. with his wife Tana and four daughters (pictured at the Kids' Choice Awards) Jamie and Jools Oliver have an estimated combined fortune of more than £240million from their ventures . 'Book sales are about having a deep trusted relationship with the public. I really write my books. I don't just turn up for the front cover. I write every word, every letter and I oversee every bit of design. 'You can sell a few books by luck or a moment ... but not 15 years and 37million books. That's not luck.' The two celebrity chefs - who both have four children - have previously clashed over their differing styles. In 2010, while on a promotional tour of Canada, Ramsay said Oliver was 'just a cook' while he proclaimed himself to be 'a chef'. A year earlier, he admitted he was not a fan of Oliver, describing him as a 'one-pot wonder.' He said: 'Everything kind of gets mixed in - hands in. It's a very different style to me. He sticks it in the oven, comes back three hours later and it's

Summary: Jamie Oliver claims rival Gordon Ramsay is 'deeply jealous' of his success . Ramsay had criticised Oliver for not turning up to own restaurant opening . Scottish chef said Oliver could have 'at least turned up' to event . Oliver, 39, responded by claiming Ramsay, 48, is annoyed by his success .