Amir Khan insists the time is not right for a fight against Kell Brook - because nobody in America knows who the Sheffield welterweight is. Brook called out his British rival after stopping Jo Jo Dan in four rounds in the first defence of his IBF world title. But Khan has his eyes on bigger fish, despite promoter Eddie Hearn booking Wembley for June 13 should the Bolton man has a change of heart. Amir Khan (left) has rejected the chance to fight Kell Brook in June at Wembley because of Ramadan . Brook defended his IBF Welterweight title against Jo Jo Dan after knocking him down four times . He told fighthype: 'No one in America knows who Kell Brook is, whereas I can't walk the street without it getting crazy, everyone knows who Amir Khan is but it's a nice thing. 'June I can't do because of Ramadan, maybe that's why he's calling me out because he knows that I can't do June. Maybe the end of the year it could be done, I fight twice a year but that's because Ramadan falls right in the middle. 'I've seen his performance against Jo Jo Dan and he's going on like beating Jo Jo Dan is like beating a five-time World Champion. The Bolton-boxer didn't deny the fight could happen in the future but wants Brook to fight better opponents . The Sheffield fighter has been gunning for Khan for a number of years and feels he deserves a shot . 'He was fighting a b, c-class opponent, no disrespect to Jo Jo Dan but Kell is now a world champion and he needs to fight world class opponents, the likes of the [Keith] Thurman and you have big names in the welterweight decision but he's picking and choosing who he wants to fight.' Khan has made it clear he wants a big fight in America to really boost his profile and is targeting two of the biggest names in the sport to give him what he wants but refused to deny that the Brook won't happen sometime in the future. 'Whoever they put in front of him, he beats, so you can't really disrespect that but the fight between me and him won't happen until the end of the year or maybe next year. It's a fight I know that is going to happen but not just yet because I'm taking a different route. Khan is more focused on fighting the big names like Floyd Mayweather (right) and Manny Pacquiao . 'My route is to fight the big names like the Manny Pacquiao's and the [Floyd] Mayweather's and be amongst those names and also to fight in America and bring my name up over here. 'I just have to keep on doing what I do and keep putting on great performances for my fans. Whatever fights the fans want to see, I'll give it to them. 'The Thurmans and the Brook fights will happen so I'll never say no to any opponent - like the [Marcos] Maidana fight and I

Summary: Amir Khan admits his route is to fight world class fighters in the future . The Bolton boxer says NOBODY in America knows who Kell Brook is . Brook had given the Khan 48 hours to commit to the 'Battle of Britain' Khan has rejected calls to fight in June due to Ramadan but admits he thinks Brook needs to fight a higher class of opponent in the future . Brook knocked down Jo Jo Dan four times to defended his IBF title .


All charges against Debra Jean Milke were dismissed today - 25 years after she was convicted and sentenced to die for the brutal murder of her four-year-old son. Milke was released from jail in 2013 after 22 years on Arizona's death row, but still faced the possibility of a retrial and remained free on bail with an electronic monitoring bracelet. On Monday, Maricopa County Superior Court before Judge Rosa Mroz found that there was not enough evidence to take the case against Milke to trial. She ordered the charges dismissed with prejudice - meaning she cannot be re-tried. Scroll down for video . Debra Milke, pictured Monday in court, had murder charges against her dismissed - 25 years after she was convicted and sentenced to die . Milke leaned in for a hug with her attorney Lori Voepel (right) on Monday after she was finally cleared of all charges in the murder of her son . Milke sobbed and hugged her attorney and supporters as she left the courtroom on Monday - ending a 25-year legal ordeal . Milke was convicted of plotting with two friends to kill her son Christopher, who was led into the desert and shot three times in the back of the head . The judge also ordered probation officers to remove her electronic monitoring bracelet and close out Milke's case. The hearing took just two minutes, according to KSAZ-TV. Milke, 51, hugged her lawyer and her supporters and sobbed as she left the courtroom today. Milke's conviction was based almost entirely on Phoenix police Detective Armando Saldate's claims that she had confessed to him that she plotted to killed her son Christopher. The confession was never recorded and it was later revealed that Saldate had a history of lying under oath and violating the rights of suspects. In December 1989, Milke dressed her son in his favorite outfit and sent him off to the mall to see Santa Claus in the care of her roommate, James Styers. Styers later picked up Roger Scott and the two men drove Christopher into the desert and shot him three times in the back of the head. James Styers and Roger Scott are on death row for the horrific murder of Christopher. They have both denied that Milke had anything to do with the killing . Debra Milke (pictured in a prison mug shot) denied that she ever confessed and fought for her innocence. Christopher was wearing his favorite outfit when he was murdered . Detective Armando Saldate claimed that Milke confessed to him - but never recorded the confession. His testimony sent her to death row. It was later discredited . Prosecutors argued that Milke no longer wanted Christopher, but hated his father so much that she didn't want to give up custody of the boy. At the time of his arrest, Scott claimed that Milke had discussed splitting the boy's $50,000 life insurance policy with him - but later recanted that statement. Styers and Scott were convicted and sentenced to death for the murder. The refused to testify against

Summary: Debra Jean Milke had been free on bail since her conviction was overturned in 2013 . Maricopa County judge dismissed her case with prejudice - meaning charges cannot be filed again . Convicted of the 1989 murder of her son Christopher, who was shot four times in the back of the head by two friends . Sentenced to die based largely on the testimony of Detective Armando Saldate, who claimed she confessed to him . Saldate was later discredited .


A report has been reportedly been released that hints at a hostile workplace for women in the Victorian Liberal Party. The internal report is believed to show that some women have been asked inappropriate questions about their marital status and had been discouraged from seeking leadership positions. SBS reported that Upper House MP Inga Peulich, for one, believes she was was subjected to bullying and cyber bullying from within her own party. Victorian Liberal MP Inga Peulich claims she was bullied by members of her own party . Upper House Mary Wooldridge admits that the the party has lost female voters which is perhaps due to the inappropriate treatment of women during the preselection process and also workplace bullying . The internal Liberal Party report apparently found that, during preselection, only female candidates were asked questions about their family and personal life. The report outlines the Liberal Party's unprofessional questions toward women about their personal lives during the preselection process . 'How were they going to balance family and political life?' and 'Who would cook the meals?' were some of the questions asked according to the report. It also mentioned a number of occasions that 'involved party members in limited areas engaging in intimidation, threatening and bullying behaviours towards female party members and members of Parliament,' The Age reported. The report made 14 recommendations, including stepping up general participation of women and increasing the number of females in the party. Upper house Mary Wooldridge reportedly noted that the Liberal party has lost female voters. 'We've gone from a party where women clearly vote for us, to one where they clearly do not,' she said. The internal report also suggested that a women's network be created to boost morale and allow Liberal women to connect to each other and questioned the need for spouses to be included in the preselection process. Opposition leader Matthew Guy (right) has called for more women to join parliament in a bid to modernise . There are currently only six women in the Victorian Parliament's lower house. Opposition leader Matthew Guy has called for more women to join parliament as he believes the party needs to reform in order to win back the government from Labor. 'I've made a point in saying to this party that we need more women in our team,' he said. 'We need to modernise... The community must see themselves reflected in us.'

Summary: A report has been released detailing questions asked only to women during preselection for seats . One Liberal MP, Inga Peulich, has claimed she was bullied by her own party . There are currently only 6 women in the lower house of the Victorian Parliament .


An Australian mother and her adult son were among those who died when a plane operated by the budget carrier of Germany's Lufthansa crashed in the French Alps. The pair from Victoria were among the 150 passengers who lost their lives when Germanwings Flight 9525 ploughed into a French Alpine mountainside at more than 400mph on Tuesday. Rescue helicopters arrived at the remote crash site to find wreckage from the obliterated plane scattered across hundreds of metres, with no pieces of debris larger than a small car. Foreign Minister Julie Bishop says the government is seeking to confirm whether any other Australians or dual citizens were on board. Scroll down for video . An Australian mother and her adult son were among those who died when a plane operated by the budget carrier of Germany's Lufthansa crashed in the French Alps . 'I don't think it gets any easier announcing the death of Australian citizens in a tragedy overseas,' Ms Bishop said. 'It would not be appropriate to disclose further details of our citizens at this stage due to the privacy considerations of the family. 'Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims of this shocking tragedy. We extend our condolences to the governments of Germany, France and Spain and their people who appear to have borne the brunt of this tragedy.' A black box has been found at the crash site of Germanwings flight and will be examined immediately. Images of the crash site emerged as confusion reigned over the final minutes of the doomed Airbus A320 after air traffic controllers claimed they received no SOS despite the jet nosediving 32,000ft in just eight minutes. The plane was travelling from Barcelona in Spain to the German city of Duesseldorf when it went down in the Alps in southern France. The pair from Victoria were among the 150 passengers who lost their lives when Germanwings Flight 9525 ploughed into a French Alpine mountainside at more than 400mph . A black box has been found at the crash site of Germanwings flight and will be examined immediately . 'Our thoughts and prayers are with the two Australians who have lost their lives,' Prime Minister Tony Abbott said on Wednesday. The family of the Australian victims has been contacted. The airliner was carrying 144 passengers - including two babies - and six crew members. Sixteen German school students from the same class were also on board. French officials say there were 'no survivors' following the loss of the plane operated by Germanwings - a low-cost subsidiary of Lufthansa. Germanwings chief executive Thomas Winkelmann said the aircraft began descending at 10.45am, a minute after reaching cruising height of 38,000ft. This descent lasted eight minutes, he told reporters in Cologne. Radar and air traffic control contact broke off at 10.53am when it is understood to have crashed at more than 400mph. The last routine maintenance check of the aircraft took place on Monday by Lufthansa technicians. The last major overhaul was in mid-2013. German reports suggest the aircraft had been grounded just 24

Summary: Mother and adult son from Victoria among those killed in plane crash . They are among the 150 passengers to die when Germanwings Flight 9525 ploughed into a French Alpine mountainside at more than 400mph . Plane crashed en route from Barcelona to Dusseldorf in Germany . No pieces of debris from plane wreckage is larger than a small car .


An obesity expert says mocking the overweight 'should be illegal'. Stock photo . Poking fun at fat people should be treated as seriously as racism and sexism, researchers have said. Obesity expert Dr Sarah Jackson said that the law should protect against weight discrimination, in the same way at it prohibits singling out people based on their age, gender or race. Dr Jackson, of University College London, spoke out after conducting two studies into the physical and psychological effects of fattism. Her latest study, of more than 5,000 British adults found that those who were made to feel ashamed of their size suffered more symptoms of depression. They also had a lower quality of life than those who didn’t feel victimised. Examples of fattism included being treated disrespectfully, including being the butt of jokes, receiving poorer services in shops, restaurants, hospitals and doctors’ surgeries, being threatened and being assumed to be stupid. She previously showed shaming fat people into losing weight is counterproductive. Far from shocking people into slimming, it actually leads to them piling on the pounds. It is thought fattism drives those who are already sensitive about their weight to comfort eat. Fear of ridicule may also mean they avoid exercise. With two-thirds of British women overweight or obese, jibes, taunts and simple thoughtlessness could be having a huge effect on the nation’s mental and psychological health. Dr Sarah Jackson, the lead author of both studies, said that people may believe that weight discrimination is socially acceptable because unlike ageism, sexism and racism, it is not covered by law. She said: ‘In the United Kingdom, the Equality Act 2010 legally protects individuals from discrimination on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, or gender reassignment; making it clear that discriminatory behaviour of this nature is not to be accepted. ‘However, our results indicate that discriminatory experiences contribute to poorer psychological wellbeing in individuals with obesity, but there are currently no laws prohibiting weight discrimination. ‘This might send the message to people that weight discrimination is socially acceptable. Dr Sarah Jackson said that the law should protect against weight discrimination, in the same way at it prohibits singling out people based on their age, gender or race. Stock photo . ‘If weight was a protected category it might help to reduce the prevalence of weight-related discrimination and thereby improve quality of life and wellbeing for a significant proportion of obese individuals.’ Researcher Professor Jane Wardle said: ‘Combined with our previous work showing that weight discrimination does not encourage weight loss, we can see that weight discrimination is part of the obesity problem and not the solution. ‘Weight bias has been documented not only among the general public but also among health professionals; and many obese patients report being treated disrespectfully by doctors because of their weight. ‘Everyone, including doctors, should stop blaming and shaming people for their weight, and offer support, and where appropriate, treatment.’

Summary: Dr Sarah Jackson says law should protect against weight discrimination . She says people may believe it is socially acceptable because unlike ageism, sexism and racism, it is not covered by law . Her study found those who were made to feel ashamed of their size suffered more symptoms of depression .


Barcelona defender Gerard Pique has admitted that if he supported La Liga rivals Real Madrid, Spain team-mate Iker Casillas would be his 'idol'. The duo came face-to-face as rivals in Sunday's El Clasico as Barcelona defeated Real Madrid 2-1 to open up a four-point gap between the two clubs at the top of La Liga, with Pique being voted man of the match by his own fans. Madrid goalkeeper Casillas, on the other hand, hasn't had much too smile about lately and the 33-year-old has been on the receiving end of criticism this year after a number of high profile blunders. Gerard Pique was at his very best at the heart of the Barcelona defence against Real Madrid . The 28-year-old was voted man of the match by Barcelona fans after helping his team to a 2-1 win over Madrid . But despite the club rivalry, Pique, who made his Spain debut in 2009 against England, has backed his international team-mate and has suggested some criticism is unfair. 'He has been one of the best goalkeepers in the world for many years,' he told Cadena SER. 'To understand the whistles at the Santiago Bernabeu I guess you'd have to be there. 'If I was a supporter of Madrid, he'd be my idol, the standard I'd hold myself to. He is an example for all Madrid players.' Iker Casillas has been on the receiving end of criticism this year after a number of high profile blunders . Pique and Casillas have been Spain team-mates since 2009 when the Barcelona defender made his debut . Casillas and Pique have enjoyed success as international team-mates together having lifted the 2010 World Cup and Euro 2012 together, . However, Pique, 28, has admitted that he doubts he'll ever switch allegiances as he would find it hard to leave Barcelona for their arch rivals. 'One can never say never, but I very much doubt it,' he added when asked if he'd ever consider a move to Real Madrid. 'Barca have always been my team of choice.'

Summary: Iker Casillas has made a number of high profile blunders this season . Gerard Pique has backed his Spain team-mate and called him an 'idol' Pique was at his very best for Barcelona against Real Madrid on Sunday . Defender also revealed he'd find it hard to leave Barcelona for Madrid . READ: Pique earns plaudits from Barcelona fans for El Clasico display .


A petition demanding an outright ban on slaughtering animals without stunning them first has attracted more than 100,000 backers - but the Government insisted it still had 'no intention' of outlawing religious slaughter. Vets chief John Blackwell vowed to continue the fight, warning ministers they 'simply cannot ignore the strength of public feeling' over animal welfare and a failure to let consumers know how their meat was killed. Campaigners will now press for a fresh Commons debate on the issue after quickly exceeding the six-figure threshold required on the parliamentary petition site to trigger a possible time slot. A petition demanding an outright ban on slaughtering animals without stunning them first has attracted more than 100,000 backers - but was still rejected by Parliament . The controversy surrounds legal exemptions for religious purposes such as Muslim halal and Jewish shechita - which Prime Minister David Cameron vowed to uphold in a speech last year to the Israeli parliament. Opponents say they respect the various faith traditions but insist animal welfare must take priority - with scientific evidence clear that those that are killed without stunning feel pain. The petition - which backs calls by the RSPCA, the British Veterinary Association (BVA), the Farm Animal Welfare Committee, the Federation of Veterinarians of Europe and the Humane Slaughter Association - points out that more than 80% of halal meat in the UK is pre-stunned. 'We must differentiate between religious and non-stun slaughter. Our concern does not relate to religious belief but to the animal welfare compromise,' it states. 'Non-stun slaughter affects millions of animals. We support a good life and a humane death for all animals.' There are also concerns about large quantities of meat being sold without any indication of how the animal was slaughtered and the petition says that until a ban is imposed, consumers must be told what they are buying. In a speech last year, Prime Minister David Cameron vowed to uphold legal exemptions to animal slaughter rules for religious purposes such as Muslim halal and Jewish shechita . BVA president Mr Blackwell said: 'This is a truly fantastic result for animal welfare. 'BVA has long argued that all animals should be stunned before slaughter to render them insensible to pain and we are delighted that the British public has got so firmly behind our campaign. 'Consumers value the high welfare of British produce and care deeply about the provenance of their food. 'But under the current legislation meat from non-stun slaughter can end up in the food chain unlabelled as such, which is completely unacceptable. 'Scientific evidence tells us that non-stun slaughter allows the animal to perceive pain and compromises animal welfare. This is an issue that affects the welfare of millions of individual animals every year. 'The Government simply cannot ignore the strength of public feeling and we look forward to petitioning the Backbench Business Committee for a full debate in the new parliament.' The Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) remained unswayed by the petition hitting the 100,000 milestone - achieved by only 35

Summary: Vets chief John Blackwell vowed to continue the fight following rejection . Campaigners will now press for a fresh Commons debate on the issue . Controversy surrounds legal exemptions for religious purposes such as Muslim halal and Jewish shechita .


With her toned abs, endless legs and glowing skin, Kendall Jenner is one of the world's most in-demand models. But, looking as good as a Calvin Klein model is the result of a lot of dedication and gruelling training. The 19-year-old clothes horse has revealed that a pumping playlist - with plenty of beats by her brother-in-law, Kanye West - is what motivates her. Scroll down for video . Kendall Jenner has shared her favourite work-out playlist and running to the beats of her brother-in-law is what gets her through a gruelling session . Sharing her workout playlist with Vogue, Kendall revealed her five favourite endorphin-boosting songs to be: Kanye West's All Day, Big Sean's I Don't F**** With You, Drake's 0 To 100, Kanye West's Mercy and A$AP Ferg's Work. The man responsible for keeping Kendall in shape is Gunnar Peterson, a Beverly Hills-based personal trainer who has worked with Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Lopez and Matthew McConaughey. 'I do whatever he tells me to do,' said Kendall of their four-times-a-week sessions. 'Some cardio, some muscle-building to tone myself up. 'I’ll run to a gym and get on the treadmill; I [also] do a lot of ab work and planking.' Kendall, seen in her workout gear, says she runs to the gym, does lots of ab work and swears by plenty of planking for staying trim and toned . When fashion month is in full swing, Kendall revealed she guzzles detox tea to keep herself in shape for the countless big-name shows she appears in. 'I usually start my day off with a cup of detox tea,' the model and Kardashian offspring told E! News. 'I have like 12 cups a day.' Kendall also divulged that she snacks on apples and keeps her energy up by eating 'a clean diet with loads of fruits, vegetables and lean proteins.' And somewhere between the gruelling days and star-studded evening soirees she attends, Kendall does try to make rest a priority. 'My beauty secret for fashion week is just getting a good amount of sleep,' she said. 'I feel like I at least need about seven hours, eight hours of sleep to function.' Kendall, seen showing off her toned abs, left, and lithe legs, right, has landed herself a gig as the face of Calvin Klein and is already the face of Estee Lauder . It seems that Kendall's strict regime is paying off; fashion giant Calvin Klein finally confirmed her as its newest campaign star last week. A spokesperson for the brand praised Kendall's 'modern beauty' and 'youthful spirit', while also noting the reality's stars impressive global fan base. Kanye West's All Day . Big Sean's I Don't F**** With You . Drake's 0 To 100 . Kanye West's Mercy . A$AP Ferg's Work. In a statement made via Calvin Klein, Kendall said of her latest fashion foray: 'Modeling for Calvin Klein Jeans is really a dream come true. 'I’ve grown up wearing the brand and seeing the iconic advertising in magazines and on billboards featuring some of the world’s top supermodels. To now

Summary: Kendall shared her mood-boosting workout playlist . Runs to the gym and works out with Gunnar Peterson . Last week, model was unveiled as face of Calvin Klein .


Cologne forward Anthony Ujah has apologised for grabbing the club mascot -- a goat -- by the horns during celebrations in their 4-2 Bundesliga victory over Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday. After scoring to secure a 4-1 lead in the 81st minute, the Nigerian ran to the side of the pitch where the goat is positioned during home games, grabbed the animal named Hennes VIII by the horns and attempted to drag it onto the pitch. The animal's handler was initially taken by surprise but managed to quickly recover and pull the goat back before the forward returned to the pitch as Cologne celebrated their first home win since October. Cologne's Nigerian forward Anthony Ujah celebrates his goal by man handling a goat against Frankfurt . The 24-year-old African striker ran over to the touchline to pull the goat by the horns during the match . The goats' handlers try to stop the Nigerian international from pulling the goat on to the football pitch . 'Perfect Sunday. Sorry Hennes. I was a bit too rough on him,' Ujah wrote on Twitter and Facebook while also posting a photo of him pulling the goat. The club also saw the humorous side of the celebrations. 'Hennes is used to such stuff. He may have a bit of a sore neck,' sports director Joerg Schmadtke told reporters. The striker later celebrated on his own in a far more normal way following his goal against Frankfurt .

Summary: Anthony Ujah scored Cologne's fourth and celebrated in peculiar fashion . The Nigerian international run over to the sidelines to celebrate with a goat . Club mascot Hennes VIII found himself vigorously pulled by the striker . Cologne went on to beat Frankfurt 4-2 at the RheinEnergieStadion .


She was a young woman who had her dreams of being a model ruined when she became the victim of an acid attack instigated by her ex-boyfriend in 2008. And on Friday, Katie Piper proved she's stronger than ever by launching the UK's first-ever fashion catwalk that included models with visible differences. One lady, like Katie, was a sufferer of visible scars from burns and the pair met through Katie's charity foundation. Scroll down for video . Katie Piper launched the UK's first-ever fashion catwalk on Friday and called on one of her friends, who had visible scars from burns, to walk in the show . Launched at the Ideal Home Show, the show - called 'Confidence - The Secret' - aimed to challenge the conventional catwalk. Speaking to FEMAIL about the initiative ahead of the show, she said: 'I am working with The Ideal Home Show as a fashion and beauty ambassador to launch a bespoke show with alternative catwalk models chosen from my foundation, the Katie Piper Foundation, and Models of Diversity. It's all incredibly exciting.' The shows, which will also take place on March 21 and April 3, have a twist. The models on the catwalk bravely admitted what their true insecurities are, which aren’t always the obvious anxiety that people assume. Whether it be their height, their weight or colour of their hair, the representatives wanted to emphasise that what others assume to be their insecurity isn’t always the case. Katie wanted to challenge the conventional catwalk with the launch of the show, which was called 'Confidence - The Secret' and took place at The Ideal Home Show . In her role as a fashion and beauty ambassador for the Ideal Home Show, Katie launched a bespoke show with alternative catwalk models chosen from her foundation, the Katie Piper Foundation, and Models of Diversity . Whether it be their height, their weight or colour of their hair, the models wanted to prove that it isn't always the obvious features that they are insecure about . The women took to the catwalk in T-shirts emblazoned with the question: 'What do you see?' and when they walked back, their inner most insecurity was displayed on the back of the top . The women took to the catwalk in T-shirts emblazoned with the question: 'What do you see?' and when they walked back, their inner most insecurity was displayed on the back of the top. Katie, who was left with severe scarring after being attacked in 2008 when her ex-boyfriend employed an accomplice to throw a cup of industrial-strength sulphuric acid in her face, was keen to reveal hers. 'You might look at me and think that's what I would be insecure about it, but it isn't,' she revealed. 'In fact, it's my height; I would love to be a bit taller.' The shows, which starred models with visible differences, will also take place on March 21 and April 3 . The lady in a wheelchair then took to the catwalk with a T-shirt explaining her true insecurity . Katie, who

Summary: Katie, 31, was attacked with acid in 2008 . Used positive thinking to overcome her insecurities and launch stellar career . Teaming up with The Ideal Home Show to launch catwalk with a difference .


Australian actress Rachel Griffiths says she was ‘quite elated’ when she heard a heritage-listed Catholic church in Melbourne, where horrific child abuse once took place, had been destroyed by fire. The Six Feet Under star revealed that like many of the church’s former parishioners she found it hard to even ‘drive past’ St James church in Brighton, in Melbourne’s south-east. Firefighters desperately tried to battle a fierce blaze that took hold of the 124-year-old building at around 6.30am on Monday morning but it has been left gutted. Ms Griffiths told 774 ABC Melbourne the church was plagued by ‘tragedy and complicated feelings’ and described it as being known locally as ‘the haunted house on the hill’. ‘We've all attended many funerals of boys that we now know were abused by [Father Ronald] Pickering ... and other perpetrators in the parish - at the actual church that it occurred in,’ she said. 'It's been hard for priests to really cleanse this parish, it's been very difficult to rebuild a community and we pretty much all scattered after the revelations came out and found other parishes.' Ms Griffiths revealed she and other local Catholics had avoided being married in the church because of the sick crimes that historically took place inside it. Scroll down for video . Australian actress Rachel Griffiths is happy that her former Melbourne church has burned down because of its past links to a paedophile priest . Her mother stopped taking her to the church after her father left them because Pickering wouldn't have a 'divorced woman in the church'. 'I think that's probably one thing that saved our family that so many of my friends' brothers got involved with,' she said. Ronald Pickering abused boys between 1960 and 1980 while working as a priest in Melbourne . 'We stopped going because he stopped my mother at the door.' At least five people killed themselves after being sexually abused by paedophile priest Ronald Pickering between 1960 and 1980, according to research carried out in 2012. The former priest was named by the Catholic Church in 2013 as being guilty of sexually abusing children. However, after emigrating to Britain in the 1990s he was never brought to justice before he died. One victim, Raymond D’Brass, told a 2013 Victorian government inquiry that Pickering groomed him with cigarettes, money and alcohol. He was abused between the age of 9 and 13 while acting as a choir and altar boy at the church. In his statement at the parliamentary inquiry on March 4, 2013, Mr D’Brass said: ‘Over this four-year period I am aware that two other boys were also sexually abused by Father Ronald Pickering. ‘I was regularly fondled and petted by Pickering, as were other boys. This occurred within the change rooms of the church and within the presbytery. I began smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol with Pickering from the age of nine and on many occasions passed out from consuming the alcohol, which left me vulnerable to such abuse.’ 80 firefighters attended the scene to battle the blaze at St

Summary: Rachel Griffiths and her family used to be members of the church . Like many locals they abandoned it when they learned of abuse history . At least five people killed themselves after being sexually abused by paedophile priest Ronald Pickering between 1960 and 1980 . 80 firefighters and 20 trucks were at the scene in south-east Melbourne . MFB crews were called to the scene of the blaze at 6.30am on Monday . The St James Church was built in 1891 and is heritage-listed .


The village of Aird Uig on the Isle of Lewis will be the best spot to view Friday's solar eclipse - and the only B&B in the area still has a room available for the spectacle. The west side of Lewis is the best place in the country to view the event, and Stornoway Astronomical Society has already received nearly 500 enquiries from people across Britain and Europe wanting to visit the islands for the eclipse. Eclipse viewing glasses have been selling out fast - and guest houses and B&Bs are opening up seasonally early to cope with the tourist demand. Scroll down for video . Visitors to the Isle of Lewis will be hoping the clouds stay away on Friday for the solar eclipse . Friday's solar eclipse will be the most spectacular celestial show of its kind 16 years and the best place to witness it is set to be in the Isle of Lewis . The tiny and remote hamlet of Aird Uig on the isle's west coast has been named as the best place in the UK to experience the deepest part of the solar eclipse - and shadow fever is starting to grip the area. Seacroft is Aird Uig's only B&B. Proprietor Sarah Taylor-Gerloch had sold both her spare rooms - but one, costing £75-a-night, was to a couple of Dutch eclipse chasers. 'They have had to unfortunately cancel. He wanted to treat his wife to a surprise 50th birthday experience to watch the eclipse but it turned out there was a clash of birthday surprises. So the room is free,' said Mrs Taylor-Gerloch. Aird Uig is set to be the best place for viewing Friday's solar eclipse - and there are still rooms to rent . The village of Aird Uig has only one B&B, and one couple's cancellation has freed up a room for the eclipse . The Isle of Lewis is als famous for the Callanish prehistoric stone circle whis is said to be over 5000 years old . 'Ironically the other people who have booked did not know about the eclipse until I told them. They were coming for an outdoor break so this is a real bonus for them. 'We have a glorious view all the way to the Butt of Lewis but the eclipse has helped put Aird Uig on the map. It will all depend on the weather - if people know it will be clear for the eclipse there will be lots of tourists. But it is a long way to come on the off chance. Aird Uig is a village on the Isle of Lewis, in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland. Aird Uig is within the parish of Uig. Known for its stunning location with a picturesque bay that offers spectacular elevated views of the surrounding seascape. Aird Uig is mainly a former Cold War camp, high above sea level, used by the RAF to man a vital communications post. The giant mast has been removed and now residents want a community buyout of the military land - with

Summary: The west side of the Isle of Lewis set to be the perfect viewing spot . Astronomical Society report huge surge in enquiries for the spectacle . Aird Uig's only B&B, Seacroft, has one room left for just £75 a night .


It’s the wonder material that’s 200 times stronger than steel and one million times thinner than human hair, which is set to revolutionise electronics, medicine and transport. Now graphene is set to make its commercial debut in the form of a light bulb in a ‘matter of months’. The bulb contains a filament-shaped LED coated in the super-strong carbon and is set to go on sale late 2015. The dimmable bulb contains a filament-shaped LED coated in the super-strong carbon, which was co-discovered by Sir Konstantin Novoselov (pictured left). Here, Chancellor George Osborne examines the bulb . British researchers behind the bulb claim it will last longer and be cheaper to make than conventional LEDS, as well as slash energy use by 10 per cent. It looks like a traditional light bulb, but the graphene coating enables it to conduct electricity and heat more effectively, to facilitate the improved performance, meaning users won't have to change their bulbs as regularly. It was designed at the University of Manchester, where graphene was discovered, and will be made by Graphene Lighting PLC, a UK-registered company that’s a spin-out from the university. Professor Colin Bailey, deputy vice-chancellor at the university told the BBC: ‘The graphene light bulb will use less energy. We expect it to last longer. ‘The manufacturing costs are lower and it uses more and more sustainable components.’ The innovative product looks like a traditional light bulb, but the graphene coating enables it to conduct electricity and heat more effectively, to facilitate the improved performance. An illustration of the structure of graphene is shown, made from a honeycomb lattice of carbon atoms . Graphene is a single atomic layer of carbon atoms bound in a hexagonal network. It not only promises to revolutionise semiconductor, sensor, and display technology, but could also lead to breakthroughs in fundamental quantum physics research. It is often depicted as an atomic-scale chicken wire made of carbon atoms and their bonds. Scientists believe it could one day be used to make transparent conducting materials, biomedical sensors and even extremely light, yet strong, aircraft of the future. Similar to another important nanomaterial - carbon nanotubes - graphene is incredibly strong - around 200 times stronger than structural steel. The university said in a statement: ‘It is expected that the graphene light bulbs will be on the shelves in a matter of months, at a competitive cost.’ This implies that the graphene bulbs may cost less than LED bulbs, which can be priced at around £15. The graphene light bulb is thought to be the first commercial application of graphene to emerge from the UK’s £61 million National Graphene Institute (NGI), which was opened in Manchester last week by the Chancellor, George Osborne. The wonder material was isolated by university researchers Sir Andre Geim and Sir Kostya Novoselov, earning them the Nobel Prize for Physics in 2010. Now more than 200 researchers are studying the material at Manchester to unlock its commercial potential. While the material is difficult to make in large quantities, graphene could one day lead to lighter and

Summary: Bulb contains a filament-shaped LED coated in ultra conductive graphene . Wonder material is strong, durable and thinner than a human hair . Bulb was developed at University of Manchester and will be sold in months . Claims to cut energy use by 10%, last longer and be 'competitively' priced .


Tony Blair is said to be planning to step back from his role as the Middle East peace envoy . Tony Blair is to step back from his role as Middle East peace envoy, it was reported last night. The former Labour leader has been the envoy for the Middle East Quartet peace negotiators – the UN, the EU, Russia and the US – since he quit as Prime Minister in 2007. But the Financial Times said he was planning to ‘step back’ from the job, in a move which could be announced later this week. He is apparently embarking on negotiations to ‘recast’ his role while remaining involved in the peace process. It is understood that the former Prime Minister has met John Kerry, the US secretary of state, and Federica Mogherini, the EU’s foreign policy chief, to discuss a possible job change. The move follows months of concerns about potential conflicts of interest between Mr Blair’s role in peace negotiations in the Middle East and his business pursuits. Sources told the FT that Mr Blair has realised that his peace role is no longer tenable. The move comes amid mounting unease in the US and EU over his poor relations with senior Palestinian Authority figures and sprawling business interests. Senior diplomats told the paper Mr Blair was being eased out of the position. ‘It is long overdue,’ said one who had been briefed on the discussions. ‘He has been ineffective in this job. He has no credibility in this part of the world.’ Another person close to the Obama administration said: ‘Tony Blair is neither an asset nor a liability, but his current role is no longer viable.’ Mr Blair does not disclose any of his clients, but they have included countries such as Peru, Colombia, Kuwait, Vietnam and Kazakhstan. His corporate roster has featured PetroSaudi, an oil company with links to the Saudi royal family, finance firm JPMorgan and Mubadala, an Abu Dhabi wealth fund. A senior western official familiar with the Quartet denied there had been any ‘effort to push Blair out of his current role’. It is understood that any decision would need to be taken by consensus. Mr Blair advises a number of foreign governments, many of which have unpalatable human rights records. Last year, a group of former British ambassadors joined a campaign calling for the ex-Prime Minister to be removed from his role as Middle East envoy, raising objections to the possible clash with his business interests and a attempts to ‘absolve himself’ of responsibility for the Iraq crisis. Their letter, written last July, said the former Prime Minister’s achievements as Middle East envoy have been negligible and he was guilty of seeking to please the Israelis. The former prime minister was accused by a handful of British ambassadors of trying to please the Israelis. He is pictured above Israel's Shimon Peres . At the time, a spokesman for Mr Blair said: ‘These are all people viscerally opposed to Tony Blair with absolutely no credibility in relation to him whatsoever. ‘He believes passionately in

Summary: The former Labour leader has been the envoy since quit as Prime Minister . But he is to step back from the role after eight years according to sources . The move follows months of concerns about potential conflicts of interest .


English football agents are to take legal action against the FA unless a compromise can be reached over the introduction of ‘unworkable’ new regulations next month. The Association of Football Agents agreed unanimously this week to injunct the FA to prevent them from bringing in ‘unacceptable’ rules from April 1 - after FIFA washed their hands of responsibility for managing the middle men, passing the buck to the national associations. The AFA have engaged the QC and sports law expert Lord Pannick to fight their corner - with the threat of an injunction hovering over a summit with the FA called to resolve the issue. The AFA have engaged the QC and sports law expert Lord Pannick to fight their corner over new FA rules . The agents object to the way the FA intend to administer their lucrative work. This includes a reduction in fees, no pay for representing players under 18 and a free-for-all with no agent’s licence required in future. Mel Stein, chairman of the AFA, said: ‘There is no doubt that the upcoming regulations are unworkable and it will be an horrendous mess unless some agreement can be reached. At least finalising a meeting is some kind of progress.’ The FA, who are understood to have chosen the successor to general secretary Alex Horne, were certainly aiming high with their original wish list. It is understood to have included Formula One Red Bull team principal Christian Horner, who is said to have been asked whether he was interested in leaving his £6million-a-year job in motor racing to earn 10 times less at Wembley. You can imagine his quick answer. It is understood Red Bull principal Christian Horner was asked to succeed FA general secretary Alex Horne . Former British No 1 tennis player Buster Mottram, better known for his extreme right-wing political views, has been barred from membership of the All England Club for six weeks. Mottram, 59, who plays regular social tennis at Wimbledon when not involved in games of bridge, refused to comment on the reasons for his suspension. The secretive club, who don’t like talking about their internal business even when staging the Wimbledon Championships, also refused to discuss his misdemeanour. Buster Mottram, pictured in 1955, has been barred from membership of the All England Club for six weeks . The Welsh FA have expressed anger with the FA over their plans to field Team GB football teams at the Rio Olympics without consultation. Welsh FA president Trevor Lloyd-Hughes said he was ‘livid and absolutely gutted with the English FA’, while Wales chief executive Jonathan Ford wants to be involved in all decision-making around 2016, having been given the impression that participation in the 2012 London Games was going to be a one-off. The FA say they have asked the three other home nations where they stand. The Welsh FA were under the impression a Team GB football team at the 2012 Olympics was a one-off . DYKE COACHING ROW . There is a major split developing within the FA over chairman Greg Dyke’s England

Summary: The AFA have engaged sports law expert Lord Pannick to fight their corner . AFA unanimously agreed to injuct FA from bringing in 'unacceptable' rules . It is understood Christian Horner was asked to succeed Alex Horne . F1 Red Bull team principal asked to become FA general secretary . Split developing in FA over proposals to fund coaching development at the expense of cuts .


Chief Constable Chris Sims said officers would 'not be as visible on the streets,' in the future . Crime victims face having to report offences online then track the progress of investigations ‘like a parcel’ under plans by Britain’s second biggest police force to marginalise bobbies on the beat. Theft, assault and criminal damage victims are among those who will be expected to upload their own evidence in the ‘self-service’ reporting system, instead of liaising with an officer face-to-face or by phone. As well as supplying pictures of stolen phones or cars, victims will be asked to file crime reports to the web-based portal in plans that will also see the loss of 2,500 staff. The ‘virtual policing’ plans, unveiled in a five-year blueprint by West Midlands Police, were condemned by crime victims. Tariq Jahan, whose son Haroon, 20, was one of three men killed protecting homes in the 2011 summer riots in Birmingham, said the plans ‘didn’t inspire confidence’. Mr Jahan, from West Bromwich, said: ‘For a victim of crime, one-to-one interaction with a human is important.’ He added that many elderly people would have difficulties with the new system. Birmingham lawyer Dean Parnell, who had to track down and recover his stolen iPad in 2013 because officers were too busy to attend, said ‘a faceless online service... could lead to important evidence being missed’. The force also wants to encourage witnesses to supply images or video footage of incidents such as street thefts or assaults. Its new operating model will see neighbourhood officers deployed into specific areas, instead of across the force patch, leaving middle class areas where crime is less of an issue without a significant uniform presence. The force said the changes were needed as part of cuts aimed at saving £130million over the next four years. Chief Constable Chris Sims admitted that officers would ‘not be as visible on the streets’ in future, as the force looked to achieve ‘greater efficiency’. West Midlands Police have unveiled a five year blueprint for 'virtual policing' plans. Pictured: West Midlands Police headquarters . Beat bobbies will be cut or reassigned, with the ten neighbourhood policing units replaced by smaller teams targeting areas where a police presence is most needed. The plans will see the Birmingham-based constabulary shrink to its smallest size since it was established in 1974. The force wants to encourage online reporting of all but the most serious offences. David Jamieson, West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner, said: ‘We hope that by the end of this year you will be able to log in and watch the progress of an investigation in the same way that you can track a parcel.’

Summary: West Midlands Police unveil 'virtual policing' plan for the next five years . 'Self service' reporting for victims of theft, assault and criminal damage . They will upload their own evidence to web-based portal as part of plans . Critics say online service could lead to important evidence being missed . Force said changes are needed as part of £130million of savings .


After centuries of science and exploration, you might think we know just about all there is to know about the planet we inhabit. But in the last year alone, scientists have discovered 1,451 new species in our oceans, according to an international audit of the seas published today. The marine creatures include weird and wonderful beasts from the deepest, darkest oceans, microscopic shrimp from coastal caves and even two new types of dolphin. Marine explorers off the coast of Australia discovered the venomous 'Keesingia gigas' jellyfish last summer – long as a man’s arm and powerful enough to kill a human. Scroll down for video . Scientists have discovered 1,451 new species in our oceans in the past year alone, according to an international audit of the seas, including the frilled shark (pictured) which was found off the coast of Namibia . The Indonesian Psychedelic Frog Fish (pictured) was found off Ambon Island in Indonesia by marine experts . The 'star-gazer' shrimp was found in the seas off South Africa, with striped eyes fixed on top of its tiny red body, seemingly staring at the heavens. And in 2014 biologists identified two new species of dolphin – one found near Papua New Guinea and the other in a Brazilian river – both of which are already threatened by fishermen. Despite the expansion of our knowledge however, scientists estimate we still only know about a tenth of the marine life on Earth. The World Register of Marine Species – which aims to become an inventory of all known ocean life – numbers 228,000 species, with new names being added every day. But scientists estimate there could eventually be two million on the list as our knowledge of the oceans grows. Over the last eight years since the project started, scientists have pored over records, examined historic journals, and poked and prodded the bodies of mysterious creatures of the deep. After countless hours of research, they have found we know only a fraction of the fish, whales and sharks swimming around our shores, or the squid and shrimp found in the darkest reaches of our oceans. The acceleration in research means four species are being added to the record a day. The World Register of Marine Species - which aims to become an inventory of all known ocean life - numbers 228,000 species, with new names being added daily. Pictured: A Polychaete Carpet Worm found off Japan . Skeleton Shrimp (pictured) were among the new discoveries after being found off the coast of California . Over the last eight years 122 sharks and rays have been added to the register, along with 131 members of the goby fish family and hundreds of different sponges. But experts say we still know little about the waters that make up 70 per cent of the Earth’s surface. At the current rate, it would take 360 more years to identify every creature thought to exist in the oceans, the researchers say. Dr Jan Mees, of the Flanders Marine Institute in Belgium and co-chairman of the marine register programme,

Summary: Scientists have discovered 1,451 new species in our oceans in past year . Creatures include beasts from the deep, microscopic shrimp and dolphins . Marine explorers discovered ‘Keesingia gigas’ jellyfish off Australian coast . 'Star-gazer' shrimp also found in the seas off South Africa by marine expert .


Madonna has admitted she felt 'too humiliated' to tell police she had been raped at knifepoint at the age of 19. The singer spoke about the attack during an interview with Howard Stern on his SiriusXM radio show on Wednesday. When asked by the shock jock if she had ever reported the traumatic incident, Madonna said she hadn't, explaining: ‘You've already been violated. It's just not worth it. It's too much humiliation.’ Scroll down for audio . Difficult discussion: Madonna talked about being raped at 19 during an interview with Howard Stern on Wednesday, for his SiriusXM radio show . The now-56-year-old revealed in October 2013 that she was raped shortly after she moved to New York City from Michigan. Madonna said on Wednesday that she ‘was in shock’, and ‘didn't know a soul’ after relocating, adding that she ‘trusted everybody’. ‘I was saying “hi” to people on the streets like a dork,’ she recalled. Traumatic: The pop star, seen here in 1978 at the age of 20, said she 'trusted everybody' before the attack . Speaking about the moments that led to the attack, the pop star revealed: ‘I was going to a dance class and the door was locked and I needed money for the pay phone. [A man] gave it to me. He was a very friendly guy. I trusted everybody.’ Madonna said the man told her she could make the call from his house, and once she was there he raped her. She first revealed that she was sexually assaulted during a Harper’s Bazaar interview in 2013, and said she was attacked on a rooftop at knifepoint. 'I have confidence in my skills': Madonna revealed that she was never jealous of Warren Beatty's stunning exes. She is pictured with the actor in 1990 . The one that got away: The now-56-year-old said she 'wished' she'd had a romance with Evita (pictured) co-star Antonio Banderas . Despite the difficult discussion about the harrowing incident, Madonna still managed to have a light-hearted chat about her relationships during another portion of the interview with Howard. The Living For Love hit-maker admitted that Warren Beatty, who she dated for 15 months, was an incredible lover, adding: ‘I’m not going to lie.’ Madonna said she wasn’t jealous of his beautiful exes, who included Brigitte Bardot, Elle Macpherson and Julie Christie. ‘I have confidence in my skills,’ she explained. She was however ‘insecure sometimes’ during her eight-year marriage to Guy Ritchie, when her director husband would be heading to work with a stunning actress. 'I think I threw a tantrum once': Madonna admitted she felt insecure when husband Guy Ritchie would go to work with a beautiful actress. The former couple are seen in 2008, a few months before their divorce . ‘I think I threw a tantrum once,’ Madonna said, also telling Howard that she ‘wished’ she’d had a romance with Evita co-star Antonio Banderas. The pop icon later confirmed rumours that she secretly dated Tupac Shakur. Madonna was criticised for trivialising important issues in December after comparing the leak of 13 unfinished

Summary: Singer was attacked at knifepoint shortly after moving to New York City . Madonna decided not to report the crime because she felt it was 'not worth it', adding: 'You've already been violated' Star said she was raped after accepting a man's offer to use the phone at his home . Madonna admitted she 'trusted everybody' before the traumatic incident .


Gloucester have announced that Tom Lindsay will be joining the club from Wasps at the end of the season. The 27-year-old hooker has spent the whole of his career at Wasps since joining 11 years ago, making over 100 appearances and going on to achieve international recognition with the England Saxons. He has been a regular in the squad this season, but has opted to move to Kingsholm as they build for the 2015-16 season. Gloucester have announced that Tom Lindsay will be joining the club from Wasps at the end of the season . Director of rugby David Humphreys was pleased with the deal, telling the club's official website: "We are delighted to be bringing a player of Tom's quality and experience to the squad for next season. 'His set-piece work is good, he carries the ball well, he's English qualified with a lot of experience and we hope has his best years ahead of him. 'Next season is unique due to the delayed start of the Aviva Premiership and the intensity of the season after the Rugby World Cup will test the depth of every squad. We are preparing for that and continue to build a squad with quality players competing for each starting spot.' Lindsay, who will compete with Richard Hibbard and Darren Dawidiuk for a starting berth, added: 'I feel that the time is now right for me to experience a new environment to help me really develop and achieve my potential. 'The opportunity to move to Gloucester is an exciting one, and one I'm really looking to when the time arises. 'I've always enjoyed playing at Kingsholm, it's a great, traditional rugby venue and, with the city hosting Rugby World Cup matches in 2015, it's going to be a great place to be next season.'

Summary: Gloucester announce Tom Lindsay will join club in the summer . 27-year-old hooker has spent his whole career at Wasps .


A bullet header from Fernando Torres set up depleted Atletico Madrid for a 2-0 victory over Getafe on Saturday as the champions boosted their hopes of finishing third in La Liga. Torres powered home a Koke free kick after three minutes to claim his first league goal since returning to his boyhood club in the January transfer window from AC Milan. Koke also played a part in the second goal before halftime when another free kick was flicked on by Raul Jimenez and Tiago nodded the ball in. Fernando Torres celebrates after giving Atletico Madrid the lead over Getafe at Vicente Calderon on Saturday . The former Chelsea striker powered a header past Getafe keeper Vicente Guaita in the third minute . Torres jumps for joy after setting the hosts on their way to a 2-0 win to close the gap on Valencia in third . Midfielder Tiago wheels away in celebration after doubling Diego Simeone's side's lead . Tiago stoops to head Atletico into a two-goal lead moments before half-time . Atletico were without several players through injury and suspension but looked sharper up front than they have of late. The hosts, who eased off in the second half as Getafe caused little danger, are now one point behind third-placed Valencia with 59 points. Leaders Barcelona face Real Madrid in the 'Clasico' on Sunday hoping to record a victory that will send them four points clear at the top.

Summary: Atletico Madrid beat Getafe 2-0 at Vicente Calderon in La Liga on Saturday . Fernando Torres opened the scoring for the home side with a header . It was the striker's first goal in the league since January return to Atletico . Thiago doubled Atletico's lead as they closed gap on Valencia in third .


Melbourne Zoo staff are going bananas after they announce a brand new edition to their gorilla family. Resident gorilla Kimya delivered her first baby on Saturday night. The Western Lowland Gorilla gave birth in the Gorilla House night dens at around 6.05pm, marking the first gorilla birth in Australia since 2000. Kimya rest with her brand new baby after giving birth on Saturday night . The birth took place under the watchful eye of Otana, the baby’s father, and three older females in the group, Julia, G-Ann, and Yuska. The sex of the baby is yet to be determined however mother and baby reportedly are doing well. Zoo keepers have been unable to identify the sex of the baby at this early stage . The new bundle of joy is only the seventh gorilla to be born at Melbourne Zoo. Kimya and Otana met in October 2013 as a part of an international breeding program for endangered species. Kimya was born in Australia’s Taronga Zoo with Otana making a much longer trip from Howlett’s Wild Animal Park in Kent, England. Kimya and the baby's father Otana met through an international breeding program . The baby is not yet on display and the Gorilla Rainforest area will remain closed today to give both mother and baby the chance to rest and get to know each other. The baby's birth marks the first gorilla birth in Australia since 2000 and only the seventh at Melbourne Zoo .

Summary: A baby gorilla was born at Melbourne Zoo on Saturday night . The Western Lowland Gorilla's birth is the first in Australia since 2000 . The birth is a result of efforts put in by an international breeding program . The baby's mother is from Taronga Zoo and the father from Kent, England . The baby has not been named and the sex is yet to be determined .


Wayne Rooney admits he is desperate to lift the FA Cup - the one major trophy that has eluded him throughout his club career. The England and Manchester United captain says Monday night's quarter-final against Arsenal is 'massive' - and it is so especially for the 29-year-old who has twice been on the losing side in the final. United have the benefit of home advantage but the Gunners are in better form - and are defending the trophy. Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney says he would love to win the FA Cup this season . Rooney looks dejected during the final at Wembley in 2007 - a 1-0 defeat to Premier League rivals Chelsea . Rooney watched Everton lift the FA Cup in 1995 and the memories of that make him even more determined to match his old club's achievement. He said: 'We have an FA Cup quarter-final against Arsenal on Monday and that is massive for us. 'We haven't been to a final for a few years, we want to try to win that game and we are looking forward to that. 'Of course, I think it is a massive trophy. It is a trophy that, growing up as a youngster, I used to love watching and I was fortunate enough to see Everton lift the FA Cup in 1995 when I was nine years old. It is something which I would love to do and hopefully it can be this year.' United were 2-0 winners over Arsenal in 2011, the last FA Cup meeting between the sides since the 2005 final in Cardiff's Millennium Stadium, when the match finished 0-0 but the Gunners won after a penalty shoot-out. Rooney says he was inspired by Everton's FA Cup winners in 1995, after they beat United . Rooney scored in that shoot-out, as did Robin van Persie - for Arsenal. Van Persie and Juan Mata are the only members of the United squad to have FA Cup winners' medals, but both came with other clubs. Rooney, who has nine major honours with United, was also on the losing side in 2007 when Didier Drogba's goal in extra-time earned Chelsea a 1-0 triumph at the new Wembley Stadium. With so many of the top Premier League teams out of the competition whoever wins on Monday will have a huge chance to go all the way. Louis van Gaal said: 'It is a game, 11 v 11 on a high level. Arsenal and Manchester United are placed third and fourth. It is nearly a final I think.' The 29-year-old striker says the clash with Arsenal at Old Trafford is 'massive' for the club .

Summary: Manchester United play Arsenal in an FA Cup quarter-final on Monday . Wayne Rooney has been involved in two finals but lost on both occasions . 29-year-old captain says the fixture is huge for United . READ: Rooney fluffed his lines against Newcastle United midweek . CLICK HERE for all the latest Manchester United news .


You would be excused for assuming there is only one possibly ending when a lone baby deer is met in the wild by a hungry tigress. But this series of heartwarming pictures by photographer Souvik Kundu shows a tiger sparing the deer's life and, instead of making it an easy snack, deciding to play with it and treat it like one of its own. The moment occurred at the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve in India with the confused tiger snapped jumping next to the tiny deer, nuzzling with it, and even carrying it gently in its mouth like a cub. Photographer Souvik Kundu snapped pictures of a tiger playing with a fawn at the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve in India . Crowds at the Maharashtra reserve gasped as they predicted the spotted deer fawn would face a swift and gruesome death at the paws of the giant feline. Instead, the unlikely two appear to become the best of friends, with the gentle tigress tenderly playing with it, before leaving the deer unharmed to live another day. Photographer Souvik said: 'When she slowly emerged from cover we were astonished to find she was playing with a hapless spotted deer fawn. 'The tigress seemed to be in a playful mood, jumping around in excitement.' The adorable encounter lasted for about 15 minutes, before the big cat retreated and allowed the small deer to rest in the grass. Photographer Souvik Kundu, 35, from Mumbai witnessed the tigress nuzzling the spotted deer fawn like one of her cubs . The joyful cat was seen jumping next to the deer, patting it and even carrying it in her mouth like a cub . The expectation among the crowd was that the feline would swiftly kill the deer and devour it . Souvik, 35, from Mumbai entitled photographs of the event, The Benevolent Queen, due to the tiger's gentle nature. He added: 'I'm still not sure why the tigress did not prey on the little deer when the chance presented and acted so unnaturally. 'One probable explanation is the tigress was in search for a mate and her urge for motherhood temporarily overcame predatory instinct. Play with me! The tigress instead just wants to play with the baby deer and kept patting it with its paws . Souvik said it was possible the tigress confused the fawn with her own offspring . 'As a result she had confused the fawn for her own offspring.' The Tadoba Andhari Reserve is the largest national park in Maharashtra, covering a total area of 241 square miles. The area was home to 43 tigers when a census was conducted in 2010. The photographs form a series entitled, The Benevolent Queen, due to the tiger's gentle nature . The tiger left the deer resting in the grass, as the new friends went on with their days .

Summary: The astonishing encounter occurred in front of visitors at the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve in India . Onlookers gasped as they assumed the spotted deer fawn would face a swift death . Photographer Souvik Kundu, 35, witnessed the tigress nuzzling the fawn and carrying it gently in its mouth .


A sinkhole opened up in a New Jersey suburb on Tuesday and swallowed an SUV in the process. Four homes had to be evacuated by authorities in South Amboy after police were alerted to the large hole around 6.30am. The hole was at least 20 feet deep and 15 feet across and appeared where the street reaches a dead end,NJ.com reported. Scroll down for video . Four homes had to be evacuated by authorities in South Amboy, New Jersey after a large sinkhole opened up and swallowed an SUV . A vehicle at the bottom of a large sinkhole in New Jersey March 24, 2015. The large sinkhole, believed to have been caused by an underground water main break, forced the evacuations of four New Jersey homes about 20 miles south of Newark . No one was injured by the sinkhole which reportedly occurred because of a break in a water main. Residents reported seeing water running through their backyards for several days. The sinkhole appeared to be getting larger but fortunately for home owners, was spreading in the direction of woodlands. The sinkhole was discovered when a man reported his son's car stolen to police on Tuesday morning, only for officers to find it at the bottom of the crevasse. A small SUV became a casualty of the sinkhole which opened up at the dead-end of a Jersey street . The residents of four homes were evacuated by police on Tuesday morning at 6.30am after they were alerted that a sinkhole had opened up dangerously close to the properties . The SUV can be seen at the bottom of the sinkhole which was at least 20 feet deep and 15 feet across . The sinkhole was discovered after a man reported his son's car stolen to police - only for them to find it in the crevasse (pictured)

Summary: Four homes had to be evacuated by authorities in South Amboy around 6.30am on Tuesday . The hole is at least 20 feet deep and 15 feet across and appeared where the street reaches a dead-end .


The Football Association will wait on referee Mike Dean's report before deciding whether to take action against Steve Bruce or Gus Poyet for their touchline spat on Tuesday night. Dean's report is due in to the FA on Wednesday, meaning if action is taken against the Hull and Sunderland managers it will be announced on Thursday at the earliest. Sunderland boss Poyet has refused to apologise for the behaviour which saw him sent off during the 1-1 draw at the KC Stadium. Hull boss Steve Bruce (left) and Sunderland's Gus Poyet (right) will find out if they will be charged this week . Bruce is held back by the assistant referee during his clash with Poyet on the touchline . Things turned sour when Bruce and Poyet began a slanging match and had to be pulled apart . Poyet was dismissed for kicking over a cooler box before clashing on the touchline with Bruce. The rival bosses were only kept apart by the assistant referee and both could face further sanction should the FA investigate the clash which was sparked when Poyet sarcastically applauded in Bruce’s face. But the Uruguayan blamed Dean for his reaction after he booked Jack Rodwell for diving. Poyet said: ‘Kicking a bottle of water is nothing serious. ‘I was not happy with Paul McShane (Hull defender) dancing like he was in the theatre, or like he’d been shot, and won a free-kick before that. ‘Jack then dived and got a free-kick against him, I just want fairness. ‘I have no regrets whatsoever. I now have to convince the officials not to put buckets of drinks around me.’ Jack Rodwell appeals for a foul but is booked for diving, a decision that led to Poyet's reaction . The two managers are restrained by match officials who try desperately to keep them away from each other . As the pair locked horns Bruce makes sure he gets his point across by bellowing in Poyet's direction . Poyet's side were lucky to escape with a point and will be fined £25,000 by the FA after six of their players were booked, including Lee Cattermole who picked up a two-game ban following his 10th yellow of the season. Bruce, meanwhile, did not reveal what Poyet had said to provoke his furious reaction. But he admitted it had been unsavoury. ‘I think it’s right that I keep what he said to myself,’ he said. ‘But it wasn’t very pleasant. It wasn’t “have a nice evening, Steve”. ‘But I don’t know why I reacted like that. We all do stupid things but it was handbags. ‘I thank the assistant referee for stepping in. I’ll have to buy him a beer. ‘I just think Gus had seen it differently about Rodwell diving. But the referee got it right. ‘All I said to his assistant was that Rodwell had dived. ‘These things happen in the heat of the moment. Grown men acting like a couple of children. They happen in big games. Let’s forget about it and go and have a glass of wine.’ Poyet

Summary: Sunderland and Hull City drew 1-1 at the KC Stadium . But managers Gus Poyet and Steve Bruce were involved in touchline row . Poyet refused to apologise for the spat with Bruce . Referee Mike Dean due to file his report on Wednesday . FA will decide whether to take action once that report is in .


A veterinary nurse is preparing to spend 48 hours in a cage to highlight the cramped conditions that many rabbits are forced to leave in while being kept as pets. Emma Purnell, 30, from Upton-upon-Severn, will also be limiting her food intake to carrots and muesli during the stint, which will last from tomorrow evening to Sunday night. She will wear a bunny onesie for the event has had the cage, which measures 5ft 6ins long, 2ft 6ins wide and 4ft 6ins tall, erected at The Stocks Veterinary Centre in Upton-upon-Severn where she works. Emma Purnell, 30, is going to be living in a human-sized rabbit hutch for 48 hours . Money raised from sponsorship of the event will go to the Fat Fluffs and the Windwhistle Warren rabbit rescues. Speaking to MailOnline about her decision to go through with the task, she said: 'I have been hoping to do something for both these local charities for a while. 'While I was brainstorming, I came up with the idea of being that rabbit that we see in practice and in rescues that is treated as we used to believe was ok. 'The rabbits that live in a small hutch with no space or stimulation, with a poor diet which often leads to dental problems, no company of fellow rabbits, generally just a bit of a miserable existence.' Emma in her 'rabbit hutch' Emma believes that the problem lies in the fact that people don't understand how to care for rabbits properly. Emma with one of her pet rabbits . She said: 'I was hoping that doing it this way is just silly enough to grab a bit of attention and make a few people think if there were some little changes they could make to improve life for their pet just a little. 'Rabbits are such misunderstood pets - they are still often seen as a child first pet, but they are really not suitable for this, they are nervous creatures that can, if handled improperly, even fracture their own spine. 'They need space, time, another bonded rabbit for company, vaccinations and, when ill, can go downhill very quickly. 'Rabbits are the third most popular pet in the UK, yet the most neglected - which is not simply due to cruelty, it is often a misunderstanding of their needs and they are really beloved pets. 'If this can make a couple of people think it is worth it to me.' To sponsor Emma, click here.

Summary: Emma Purnell, 30, from Upton-upon-Severn will live in a rabbit hutch . The veterinary nurse will spend 48 in the cage this weekend . She wants to raise money for rabbit rescue centres through sponsorship .


Diego Costa has been ruled out of Spain's upcoming matches against Ukraine and Holland with a hamstring injury. The Chelsea striker was substituted with 15 minutes remaining during Sunday's 3-2 win at Hull and Spain on Tuesday announced that he would return to the Premier League club for treatment during the international break. A statement on Spain's official website read: 'Diego Costa, left the premises of the Spanish Football Federation this morning after undergoing several tests with the medical services of the RFEF. Diego Costa has been ruled out of Spain's matches against Ukraine and Holland with a hamstring injury . Costa was taken off with 15 minutes to play during the win away at Hull City on Sunday afternoon . 'The striker has suffered a level 1 hamstring tear on the biceps femoris of the left thigh, which was previously already noted by the medical services of his club.' The statement continued: 'Diego Costa will return to Chelsea FC where he will undergo the corresponding medical treatment.' The 26-year-old scored his 20th goal of the season with a wonderful curling effort to put the Blues 2-0 up on Sunday, but he hobbled off before Loic Remy came off the bench to secure the win for Jose Mourinho's side. The Chelsea boss said afterwards that extra care has to be taken with his star striker when it comes to his hamstring. Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho bemoaned Costa's fragility, dating back to last season . 'When a striker is playing, the team needs a goal to win the game and with 15 minutes to go the striker, a guy with a lot of experience of hamstring injuries, says "it is over for me", then it is over for him,' Mourinho said. 'He has this problem. He tried to play the Champions League final for Atletico (Madrid, last season) and was injured again and again and again. He has this fragility. 'We know his hamstring is not a strong one. He works hard through the week to compensate the weakness he has there but the injury can come.' Vincente del Bosque's side face Ukraine on Friday in European Championship qualifying group C, where they currently sit second three points behind leaders Slovakia before taking on Holland in a friendly next Tuesday.

Summary: Spain are without Diego Costa for their upcoming internationals . The Chelsea striker suffered a hamstring injury at Hull City . Costa will miss the friendly against Holland next Tuesday .


It was the generation of dodgy haircuts, questionable tracksuits... and, yes, VHS dating. A new video, highlighting the cringe-factor of the video dating adverts, which were once deemed a good way to meet a potential partner in the Eighties, has found its way online. Now, it's being used in a Canadian advert, and is chock full of cheesy pick-up lines, talk of 'working out at the gym,' and explanations as to why one woman doesn't like men who 'when they laugh'. Star of the show: Donny explains how his work in the gym and on the arm wrestling circuit earned him the name 'Big D' Entitled ‘Date Night,’ the hilarious commercial channels the world of VHS dating in all its glory, perhaps making modern-day daters grateful for websites and apps. Among the characters there is Donny, who is referred to as ‘Big D’ in the gym and on the arm wrestling circuit, apparently. And Connie who doesn’t like it when men grunt and snort while laughing. Sporting a pair of over-sized glasses and a moustache, one man says: ‘If you don’t believe in love at first sight, let me reintroduce myself,’ before giving a little smirk. While a hipster-looking type stares down the camera and says: ‘I once made love in the sewers of New York City.’ Complementing the characters are some wonderfully coloured backdrops and some state-of-the-art fades between shots. Looking for love: Connie explains that she does not like it when a man grunts or snorts when laughing . The commercial concludes with Donny stating: ‘When I start nibbling on this sucker,’ while stroking his earlobe, ‘it’s game over,’ as the introductory music returns. According to CBC News Nova Scotia, the company were going to use real footage from the 80s but instead used actors to deliver the lines. The original video, which has gained much attention, has been viewed over 120,000 times on Youtube and people have commented such things as: ‘Well played, Halifax. Well played,’ in appreciation. Oversized glasses, terrible hair and creepy moustaches feature throughout the advert to give it an authentic 80s feel . And according to Downtown Halifax Business Commission, the advert has been a commercial success too. Commenting on their site, they wrote: ‘Our date night packages are sold out! But that doesn't mean you can't have a great night on the town in Downtown Halifax. ‘Who knows, maybe you'll run into Big D or Connie. They love it here. And they have great taste.’ Brightly coloured backdrops and state-of-the-art fades between shots feature throughout the commerical .

Summary: Video features creepy moustaches, terrible clothes and 80s music . Characters include 'Big D' Donny and picky old lady 'Connie' Actors play the parts of the singletons desperately looking for love .


A 'white witch' who abused young girls, the youngest of whom was just four, over a period covering three decades, has been jailed for 22 years. Redvers 'Barney' Barnard claimed that he was a Pagan who practiced healing 'white magic'. But a Manchester Crown Court trial heard he was a 'terrifying' figure who manipulated and abused young girls in Greater Manchester over a twenty-year period. Redvers Barnard, pictured, has been jailed for 22 years for abusing young girls over a three decades . The court heard that Redvers began abusing one underage victim, before raping her. Then he took indecent photographs of the youngster. She was subjected to such 'grooming and coercion' the sex continued into her adulthood. By that time, Barnard was also abusing two other young girls. The court heard that Barnard raped one of these girls and forced the second one into lewd acts. Barnard also abused three other young girls at addresses in Salford, bringing the total number of victims to six. Barnard, 56, formerly of Eccles, was branded a dangerous offender by the judge shortly after being found guilty of abusing his six victims, who were as young as four when the abuse began. He had denied all the offences, which stretched back to the early eighties, claiming the victims were all lying. Manchester Crown Court, pictured, heard that Barnard must serve at least two-thirds of his 22-year sentence . Barnard, who was last living in Middlesbrough, Teesside, has now been jailed for 22 years, with an extended licence period for the public protection. This means that unlike ordinary prisoners, he must serve at least two-thirds of his sentence, rather than half, and can only be released when the parole board think it is safe to do so. Even after his release, he will remain at risk of being recalled to prison until 2042. In total, Barnard was found guilty of three rapes and sixteen indecent assaults. Sending him down, Judge Michael Henshell said Barnard, formerly known as Peter Barnard, had treated his victims as his 'sexual property' and bullied them into keeping quiet. 'I'm abundantly satisfied you are a dangerous individual so far as children and sexual offending is concerned. 'Throughout your life you have demonstrated you are sexually attracted to young girls. You are also highly manipulative and have used coercion. You have corrupted children and by turns terrified them', the judge added. Thanking the jury, the judge added: 'At a time when matters of this nature are on the news everyday...you have seen at first-hand the ordeal faced by people recounting events from their childhood.'

Summary: Redvers Barnard claimed that he was a 'white witch' to heal people . Manchester Crown Court heard he abused girls over three decades . One underage girl was abused by Barnard, who then took indecent photos . He was found guilty of 15 sex offences against six victims . The youngest victim was aged just four when the abuse began . He was found guilty of three rapes and sixteen indecent assaults . Barnard had pleaded not guilty and claimed that all his victims were lying .


From Paul the psychic octopus to Big Head the sea turtle, the bookies are no stranger to calling in animals to help with working out the odds. Now one is hoping a pack of corgis will give betting on the royal birth a boost, while giving the public a clue to the sex and name of the new fourth-in-line. The 'Barkingham Palace' Gold Cup saw 10 dogs face off in race across London's Bedford Square, with a pooch named Alexandra taking first place. Scroll down for video . Winning ways: Corgi Alexandra took the title in the Barkingham Palace Gold Cup . Five of the runners taking part in the race were male and five female, with each chosen by bookmakers Ladbrokes because their names are among the most popular with punters betting on the new royal baby's name. A dog called Alexandra, a name that is currently running third in the betting, took the honours followed by Camilla (100/1) and Victoria (10/1). Among the boys, Spencer came first, despite boasting real-life odds of just 25/1, followed by James (8/1) and Boris (200/1). 'Alexandra romped to victory and it looks like Kate will soon be giving birth to a little girl next month,' said Ladbrokes' Jessica Bridge, tongue firmly in cheek. Prediction: The race was a tongue-in-cheek attempt to predict the name and sex of the new royal baby . Ready for action: The pets were put through their paces in a tiny parade ring beforehand . And they're off! The dogs emerge from the traps with Spencer (fourth from left) taking an early lead . Sprinting ahead: The pets are on their way, although Boris (left) doesn't seem too bothered . 'Royal baby betting is booming and the arrival of a new heir to the throne is sure to see a record amount of wagers placed.' Alexandra, who won with a time of 4.32 seconds, was then treated to a winner's ceremony that included a trophy and a rendition of the National Anthem. Although corgi Elizabeth rolled home last in the Barkingham Palace Gold Cup, the name is currently the odds-on favourite should the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have a girl. Other popular choices include Charlotte, the second-favourite at 6/1, and Diana which comes in at 12/1. Streaking ahead: A sprinting Alexandra leaves the competition trailing in her wake . Well ahead: Alexandra charges down the final furlong followed by second-placed Camilla . Good work: Alexandra enjoys her trophy and a special rendition of the National Anthem . Should the new royal baby prove to be a boy, it is James that is the hot favourite followed by Arthur, Henry, Charles and Thomas. While the majority of names put forward by punters are sensible, others have had a flutter on more outlandish names, according to Bridge. 'Elizabeth and James are currently the most popular girl and boy’s names,' she explains. 'But that hasn’t stopped punters from betting on outsiders, including Sapesan and Mercedes at 500/1 apiece.' Less favoured names in the running include Ruprecht, Chardonnay, Kevin and Wayne, all at

Summary: Alexandra came first, beating Camilla in second and Elizabeth in third . Race staged by bookies to determine royal baby's name and sex . In actual betting, favourite name is Elizabeth, followed by Charlotte . Rank outsiders include Mercedes and Sapesan on 500/1 .


This is the moment a newlywed couple's first kiss is cut short as a grossed out boy cries out in disgust. Allyson and Mike DuBois from Salt Lake City, Utah, were filmed as they locked lips for the first time as man and wife. But footage shows the romantic moment was swiftly spoiled as a young spectator butted in with a loud 'eww'. The DuBois are seen breaking into laughter, with Mr DuBois on the verge of tears. The crowd watching can also be heard giggling at the interruption. 'That was awesome,' Mrs DuBois, 31, says with a big smile on her face. The bride and groom then go in for round two. The bride's brother, Bradley Christopherson, revealed that his son Ashton, now four, was the voice behind the comical commotion. Romance shot dead: This is the moment a newlywed couple's first kiss is cut short as a grossed out boy cries out in disgust . Caught on camera: Allyson and Mike DuBois from Salt Lake City, Utah, were filmed as they locked lips for the first time as man and wife . Seeing the funny side of things: But footage shows the romantic moment was swiftly spoiled as a young spectator butted in with a loud 'eww' In the wedding video, as the camera pans away, he can be seen congratulating the toddler for his comedic timing with a high five. The DuBois married in April 2014 but footage from their wedding has only recently garnered attention. Davey Orgill, the videographer who filmed the clip, concluded: 'You gotta love kids at weddings. They are unpredictable. 'This was such a funny moment. Shooting weddings is so much fun. This was such a cool couple to be able to just laugh it off like that.' Caught red-handed: The bride's brother, Bradley Christopherson, revealed that his son Ashton, now four, was the voice behind the comical commotion. Culprit: In the wedding video, as the camera pans away, he can be seen congratulating the toddler for his comedic timing with a high five .

Summary: Allyson and Mike DuBois from Salt Lake City, Utah, were filmed as they locked lips for the first time as man and wife . But the romantic moment was swiftly cut short as a young guest butted in .


Mr Xie, a teacher in China, has been sacked after punishing two students by making them kneel on the floor and act as his footstool (above) A teacher in China has been sacked after punishing two students by making them kneel on the floor and act as footstools. Mr Xie told the male pupils from Nanguang High School in Fujian to stay behind after class on Thursday because they were being too loud. He made the students crouch on the floor while he played on his phone and put his bare feet on their backs, People's Daily Online reported. Mr Xie, who has been a teacher for 27 years, was dismissed after the Nan'an City Education Department saw a picture on social media. The image shows both students being made to kneel on the ground in their school uniforms in front of a crowd of pupils. Mr Liu, headteacher, said Mr Xie, who is in his 40s, was supervising a small self-study group around 7.30pm when the two students were too noisy. The Year One pupils - thought to be aged between six and seven - were taken into a different room and told to kneel on the ground. Mr Liu said the footstool photo was taken as a joke and added that Mr Xie, who was in charge of disciplining the male students at the school, 'performed well in his work and was extremely talented'. Nan'an City Department of Education said it took immediate action. It requested the school apologise to students and parents, and said that student counselling should also be offered. Stronger ethics and appropriate styles of teaching would be implemented at the school, the department added. Mr Liu said that a school representative had already gone to the homes of the two students to apologise formally. Boys and girls sit in lines outside Nanguang High School in Fujian, where the incident happened . He said: 'Mr Xie’s actions were in violation of our policies and there had to be some form of punishment by the school.' The two students have returned to class.

Summary: Mr Xie told students from Nanguang High School to stay behind after class . Made them kneel on the floor while he put his bare feet on their backs . Sacked after Nan'an City Education Department saw picture on internet .


An Ohio family with a three-year-old daughter who has up to 1,000 seizures a day has moved 1,200 miles to Colorado in hopes of getting treatment in the form of medical marijuana. Addyson Benton, of Liberty Township, was diagnosed with myoclonic epilepsy at nine months old, which have delayed her communication and motor-skill growth. And though she's tried at least ten anti-seizure drugs, nothing seems to reduce her symptoms. Her parents, Heather and Adam Benton, researched a form of non-psychoactive medical marijuana that is illegal in Ohio, and decided it's in Addyson's best interest to give the drug a try. Young: Addyson Benton, of Liberty Township, Ohio, was diagnosed with myoclonic epilepsy at nine months old and has tried ten anti-seizure drugs with no result . Epilepsy: When Addyson (pictured here with her mom, Heather Benton) was diagnosed she was having up to 1,000 seizures per day . Development: The three-year-old girl (pictured here with her father, Adam Benton) has had delayed communication and motor-skills growth because of her seizures . The family already has two doctors in Colorado that Addyson sees once a year and both told the family that THCa would be beneficial, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer. They intended to move in October 2014 but decided to stay in Ohio after being told they were on a waiting list for cannabidiol oil that would be shipped to them from Colorado. After being told that the oil - called Charlotte's Web CBD oil after halting seizures in a girl named Charlotte Fiji - shipped to them until the October 2015, they decided to finally make the move. The family had a chance to try the oil, which is usually taken orally through a syringe or an empty pill capsule, on Addyson before moving and said they can already see improvements in two weeks. Medication: Addyson's parents researched a non-psychoactive form of medical marijuana that they believe will help their daughter. Her two doctors in Colorado, who she sees once a year, also believe she will benefit from the drug . Big move: Addyson's family is moving 1,200 miles from Liberty Township, Ohio, to Castle Rock, Colorado, in hopes of helping stop their daughter's epilepsy . 'Her walking is better, her talking is better, her attention is better. It's phenomenal the changes we have seen in her these two weeks, but it has not controlled her seizures,' Heather Benton told the Enquirer. 'We really need to jump on top of that while she's growing.' Once the family reaches Colorado, her treatments will cost about $300 per month. Their move to Castle Rock, Colorado, comes after two years of planning, and Adam Benton secured a job in the state before leaving home. Trial run: Addyson was able to try the CBD oil two weeks before she left Ohio, and her family said they can already see improvements . Expensive: The family has been planning their move off-and-on for about two years. Once they reach their new home, Addyson's treatments will cost about $300 per month . Organizations are trying to get the

Summary: Addyson Benton, of Ohio, was diagnosed with myoclonic epilepsy at nine months old and has tried ten anti-seizure drugs with no result . The disease has delayed her communication and motor-skill growth . Family believes it's in her best interest to seek non-psychoactive medical marijuana treatment in the form of cannabidol oil . CBD oil is usually taken orally through a syringe or an empty pill capsule .


Rafael Nadal eased into the third round of the Miami Open on a day when rain curtailed proceedings in Florida. The second seed's 6-4, 6-2 win over Nicolas Almagro was the fourth and final match played on the main court before the rain fell forcing 10 contests to be postponed until Saturday, including women's top seed Serena Williams' match against Monica Niculescu which did not start. Nadal has made the final four times at the event without claiming the title but looked to be in ominous form as he brushed aside his fellow Spaniard 6-4, 6-2 in 89 minutes. Rafael Nadal beat fellow Spaniard Nicolas Almagro in straight sets in their second-round clash . The second seed was in good form as he brushed his countryman aside to reach the third round . 'In general, I think I played a solid match,' he said. 'I played well. I had good movement. I had to put the balls in and play with no mistakes, that was the idea today with very tough conditions. 'Almagro was not an easy opponent for the first (second) round. I am happy for that.' Heather Watson meanwhile, will have to mount a comeback against Angelique Kerber when her rain-interrupted match resumes. Kerber had just taken the first set 7-5 during the second round match when the players were brought off court due to the weather and, although the rain stopped for a short time, it soon returned and play was abandoned for the day. Heather Watson's match against Angelique Kerber was postponed after bad weather struck . Angelique Kerber is one set up on Watson... their match resumes on Saturday . Earlier, third seed and British No 1 Andy Murray cruised into the third round with a comfortable 6-4, 6-2 win over America's Donald Young. Murray will now face Colombian Santiago Giraldo, a 6-2, 3-6, 6-0 winner over Robin Haase as he aims for a third Miami triumph after lifting the title in 2009 and 2012. Stan Warwrinka advanced with a hard-fought 6-7 (7/9), 7-5, 6-2 win over Carlos Berlocq while Tomas Berdych had an easier time of it, beating Hyeon Chung 6-3, 6-4 to set up a clash with Bernard Tomic, a 7-6 (8/6) 7-5 winner over American Austin Krajicek. Home favourite Sam Querrey was knocked out as he lost 6-7 (5/7), 7-6 (7/3), 6-4 to Kevin Anderson while Dominic Thiem also needed three sets to beat 10th seed Feliciano Lopez 7-6 (7/4), 4-6, 6-3. There were also wins for Leonardo Mayer, who overcame Jarkko Nieminen 6-4, 7-6 (7/5) and Guillermo Garcia-Lopez, a 6-4 6-4 winner over Jan-Lennard Struff.

Summary: Rafael Nadal cruised through to the third round after straight-sets victory . The Spaniard beat Almagro 6-4, 6-2 to progress at the Miami Open . Nadal has reached the final four times but is yet to win the title . Meanwhile, Heather Watson is one set down in her rain-interrupted second-round match against Angelique Kerber .


Cristiano Ronaldo made his commute to work look easy when he set off for Real Madrid training in his £330,000 white Rolls-Royce Ghost on Wednesday morning. The three-time Ballon d'Or winner left for the club's training ground in style as Carlo Ancelotti prepares his men for their La Liga match against Athletic Bilbao on Saturday evening. Ronaldo scored his 30th league goal in Real's last game against Villarreal but could not prevent them from dropping two points in the title race with a 1-1 draw at the Bernabeu. Cristiano Ronaldo made his commute to work look easy as he left in a white Rolls-Royce Ghost . Price: £225,000-£330,000 . Engine: 6.6-litre V12 . Top speed: 155mph . Bhp: 453 . 0-62mph: 4.9sec . With 12 games left Ronaldo is now just one goal from his tally for last season, and the former Manchester United star has become the first player in history from the big five leagues to score 30 goals per season for a fifth consecutive year. Yet Real remain just two points clear of Barcelona at the top of La Liga with a trip to the Nou Camp on March 22 approaching. Real must see off 10th-placed Bilbao on Saturday before turning their attention to the Champions League just three days later. They face Schalke in the second leg of their last-16 tie at home but carry a 2-0 advantage. It was at the Veltins Arena in Germany on February 18 that Ronaldo opened the scoring to put Real in a strong position to qualify for the quarter-finals. Ronaldo scored his 30th league goal in Real's last game against Villarreal but they could only draw 1-1 . Ronaldo is now just one goal from his tally for last season with 12 games remaining in La Liga . Ronaldo has become the first player in history to score 30 goals per season for the fifth consecutive year .

Summary: Cristiano Ronaldo left for Real Madrid training on Wednesday morning . Ronaldo scored his 30th league goal in Real's last game against Villarreal . The star is just one goal from last year's tally of 31 with 12 games left . Former Manchester United star Ronaldo faces Athletic Bilbao on Saturday . CLICK HERE for all the latest Real Madrid news .