Authorities called off the Mount Rainier search for hiker Karen Sykes after a body was discovered in the area, but its identity has not been established. The body was found in steep terrain in the area where rescuers focused during the search for Sykes, 70. Its identity and cause of death are unclear. The Seattle resident vanished Wednesday while hiking the Owyhigh Lakes Trail with her hiking partner. They separated in the afternoon and planned to meet at the same location later, but she never returned, Mount Rainier National Park said in a statement. Her hiking partner reported her missing the same night. Sykes is an outdoor journalist and is considered an experienced hiker. The Pierce County Medical Examiner will determine the identity of the body, which was discovered off-trail in an area that's hard to access and rarely traveled. 6 missing Mount Rainier climbers believed to have fallen .

Summary: Karen Sykes vanished Wednesday while hiking with her partner . A body was found in steep terrain in an area where search teams focused . Identity of body has not been established .


(CNN) -- A volcano near southwest Colombia's border with Ecuador erupted on Saturday, leading the government to issue a "red alert" for the region. The Galeras volcano is shown on January 17, 2008, from Pasto, Colombia. There were not believed to be any fatalities or injuries in the blast, which happened at about 7:10 p.m. ET (12:10 a.m. Sunday GMT), said Carlos Lineras of the Colombia Institute for Geology and Mines. The institute issued an evacuation order for about 7,000 people living near the Galeras volcano. The volcano is not in a heavily populated region. Galeras has erupted several times since it became active again in 1989. The only fatalities were in 1993, when nine people -- all scientists or tourists in or near the volcano's crater -- were killed.

Summary: No deaths, injuries feared from eruption, authority says . 7,000 people ordered to evacuate from nearby Galeras volcano . Volcano is in southwest Colombia, near border with Ecuador .


(CNN) -- African Voices catch up with Nigerian author Chinua Achebe, Africa's man of letters. A contender for the title of Africa's most widely read novelist, his first work "Things Fall Apart" has been translated into 40 languages. "I think story telling was my life. I was very curious about story telling. Even attempting to remember the first one is like trying to remember the day you were born, I'm not sure you can," he told CNN.

Summary: Celebrated Nigerian author has been resident in New York for over 20 years . Most famous work, "Things Fall Apart" translated into over 40 languages . "It's my ambition to distinguish between good and bad novels," he told CNN .


Starting Wednesday, openly gay youths will be allowed to join scouting. Boy Scouts of America made the decision in May to accept them into their ranks. The resolution took effect when the new year rang in. More than 60% of the group's 1,400-member national council voted back then at an annual meeting in Grapevine, Texas, for the change. "No youth may be denied membership in the Boy Scouts of America on the basis of sexual orientation or preference alone," the resolution said. The BSA, however, will maintain its ban on gay adult leaders.

Summary: BSA made the decision in May . The resolution took effect with the New Year . It passed with more than 60% of the votes of national council members . BAS will still ban gay adult scout leaders .


Baghdad, Iraq (CNN) -- Tariq Aziz, a top lieutenant of executed Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein, remained hospitalized at a U.S. military hospital Sunday after falling ill in prison, the U.S. command in Iraq reported. He was taken to the hospital Thursday, though no details of his ailment were released. But 1st Lt. Elizabeth Feste, a U.S. military spokeswoman, told CNN his condition was improving and he was being closely monitored. Aziz was one of the best-known faces of Hussein's government, serving as deputy prime minister from 1981 to 2003 and as foreign minister for part of that time. In March 2009, he was sentenced to 15 years in prison in connection with the 1992 executions of 42 merchants. He was captured by U.S. forces in April 2003, shortly after the U.S.-led invasion that toppled the Hussein. CNN's Mohammed Tawfeeq contributed to this report.

Summary: Tariq Aziz remained hospitalized at a U.S. military hospital Sunday after falling ill in prison . He was taken to the hospital Thursday, though no details of his ailment were released . Aziz served as deputy PM from 1981 to 2003 and as foreign minister for part of that time . He was sentenced to 15 years in connection with the 1992 executions of 42 merchants .


(CNN) -- Embers from fireworks at Magic Kingdom ignited a small fire at Disney World's latest ride, the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, on Saturday night. The fire was quickly put out, and no one was hurt, a Disney spokeswoman said. The nightly fireworks had just ended when embers landed on the building outside the attraction about 10:30 p.m., igniting the fire, the spokeswoman said. Passengers on the ride were able to get off safely, and no one was evacuated, she said. The ride reopened about an hour later.

Summary: The fire was quickly put out, and no one was hurt, Disney said . Passengers on the train were able to get off safely . The ride reopened about an hour later .


(CNN Student News) -- August 31, 2012 . Download PDF maps related to today's show: . Tampa, Florida; Gulf of Mexico . London . Click here to access the transcript of today's CNN Student News program. Please note that there may be a delay between the time when the video is available and when the transcript is published.

Summary: The daily transcript is a written version of each day's CNN Student News program . Use this transcript to help students with reading comprehension and vocabulary . Use the weekly Newsquiz to test your knowledge of stories you saw on CNN Student News .


(CNN) -- Miss Wisconsin Laura Kaeppeler was crowned Miss America 2012 at the pageant in Las Vegas on Saturday night. The 23-year-old's platform is mentoring children of incarcerated parents. She performed operatic vocals in the talent competition. Miss Oklahoma Betty Thompson, was first runner-up; Miss New York Kaitlin Monte, was second runner-up; Miss Arizona Jennifer Sedler, was third runner-up; and Miss California Noelle Freeman, was fourth runner-up.

Summary: Laura Kaeppeler of Wisconsin is Miss America 2012 . Her platform is mentoring children of incarcerated parents .


A U.S. Air Force pilot was killed when the F-16 Fighting Falcon he was flying crashed in an noncombat incident in Jordan, officials said. The crash happened at about 11 p.m. ET Sunday, U.S. Central Command said in a statement Monday. The jet was returning to its base shortly after takeoff, the statement said. It did not give a location, other than to say the crash was not in Syria or Iraq. A U.S. official told CNN the crash happened in Jordan. Pentagon spokesman Col. Steve Warren said the plane suffered maintenance problems after takeoff and then crashed as it attempted to return. Although it was a noncombat incident, the jet was headed to a combat mission, Warren said. Per military policy, the pilot's name was not immediately released. The crash remains under investigation. Air Force pilot's remains found in Gulf of Mexico after F-16 crash .

Summary: A U.S. Air Force pilot was killed in the crash . The pilot's name has not been released . The jet suffered a maintenance problem, the Pentagon says .


(CNN) -- Can you feel the change of seasons in the air? It's almost time for apple cider, pumpkin picking and leaves changing color. Autumn days are coming soon. Those shorter days tell trees that it's time to shut down for the winter. As trees stop photosynthesis -- the process by which plants use sunlight and water to make food -- fall colors will start to appear. Why do leaves change colors? We know this amazing scientific process happens every year, but we can't help but be mesmerized by its fleeting beauty. To celebrate the season, CNN iReport chose some of our favorite autumn photos to share.

Summary: Fall foliage exemplifies the beauty of changing seasons . CNN iReporters around the country share their beautiful autumn images . Have a beautiful travel picture to share? Submit yours at CNN iReport .


(CNN Student News) -- December 21, 2012 . Download a PDF map related to today's show: . Washington, D.C.; Atlanta, Georgia . Click here to access the transcript of today's CNN Student News program. Please note that there may be a delay between the time when the video is available and when the transcript is published.

Summary: The daily transcript is a written version of each day's CNN Student News program . Use this transcript to help students with reading comprehension and vocabulary . Use the End of Year 2012 Newsquiz to test your knowledge of stories you saw on CNN Student News .


Atlanta (CNN) -- Authorities in Georgia are investigating the apparent homicide of a Georgia man who produced popular gun-related YouTube videos. Keith Ratliff was found shot in the head January 3 in his home-office in Carnesville, Georgia, about 80 miles northeast of Atlanta. Ratliff was co-owner of FPS Industries, whose website says it "is proud to be world leaders in product development and testing for hard use firearms shooters." Investigators from many agencies -- including the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives -- are investigating, and the GBI said Friday that they are making progress in identifying the shooter. Several guns were found at the scene, but none of them were used to shoot Ratliff, the GBI said in a news release. Ratliff's YouTube channel had more than 530,000,000 views. Gun rights group says Georgia home invasion proves their point .

Summary: Keith Ratliff produced popular gun-related YouTube videos . He was found shot in the head in his home-office . Authorities say they are making progress in identifying the shooter .


(CNN) -- Three aid workers kidnapped in Somalia have been released after nearly two years in captivity. International Aid Services said the kidnappers seized their employees in July 2012 in Puntland, Somalia. "Extended discussions with the actual kidnappers resulted in the release of the hostages," the relief agency said in a statement. The three were abducted while traveling in two cars that included three local police officers, who were wounded but not kidnapped during the attack. The three hostages, Janet Kanga, Martin Kioko and Abdinoor Boru, were released Thursday, according to the relief agency. United Nations officials helped transport them to a safe location, where they'll be held until they're reunited with their relatives in Kenya. CNN's Brian Walker contributed to this report.

Summary: Kidnappers seized them in July 2012 in Puntland, Somalia . The three hostages were released Thursday . They were later transported to a safe location .


Months after "Once Upon a Time's" big season three finale reveal—Elsa has arrived! "Frozen" is joining the fairy tale fray!—the fantasy series has finally cast two key roles based on characters from Disney's blockbuster musical. "Greek" alum Scott Michael Foster will play Kristoff, the rugged mountain man who befriends Queen Elsa's younger sister Anna, played by newcomer Elizabeth Lail. EW has confirmed that both roles will be recurring in season four. Conspicuously missing is Queen E herself; casting for Elsa has yet to be revealed. According to TVLine, which first reported the news, the "Frozen" arc will ostensibly pick up after the events of the film, with Anna and Kristoff already romantically linked and the latter adjusting to a new life as a castle-bound royal. See the original story at EW.com.

Summary: Characters from "Frozen" are joining "Once Upon a Time" Casting for Elsa hasn't been revealed yet . The arc will ostensibly pick up after the events of the film .


(CNN) -- At least 15 people have been killed in an explosion in a village in southern China's Guizhou province as they gathered to gamble, China's state-run Xinhua news agency reported, citing local officials and police. Eight people were injured in the blast, which occurred on a remote mountain slope in Laoshan village, near the city of Kaili on Monday afternoon. They were in a stable condition on Tuesday. Xinhua said that eight suspects had been detained, including three who surrendered themselves to local police. The cause of the blast wasn't immediately reported. An investigation was under way, according to Xinhua. In November: Pipeline explosion kills 44 near Chinese port city .

Summary: 15 people have been killed in an explosion in a village in southern China . Victims had gathered at site to gamble . Cause of explosion is being investigated; 8 people have been detained . Eight injured are said to be in stable condition .


(CNN) -- Come out and join CNN's Fit Nation! Our tour is coming to your city with a digital interactive experience, free Fit Nation gear and a chance for you to be on CNN TV with chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta. The Fit Nation bus will criss-cross the country starting in July to connect with people who are on ready to commit to a healthy lifestyle. Check the list of scheduled stops below to find out when the tour is coming to a city near you. Upcoming Tour Dates - July 11-13: Taste of Dallas, Dallas, Texas - July 18-20: Bite of Seattle, Seattle, Washington - July 26: Aquatennial River Blast Minneapolis, Minnesota - August 1-3: Ohio State Fair in Columbus, Ohio Do you have a weight loss success story you'd like to share? Send us your story, photos and video.

Summary: CNN's Fit Nation launches it's great American road trip this summer . Meet Dr. Sanjay Gupta and take part in a digital interactive experience .


Seventeen western Georgia students were transported to area hospitals Thursday morning after their school bus crashed with a pickup truck, a school official said. The driver of the pickup truck was seriously injured and was airlifted from Haralson County to Grady Memorial Hospital -- about 50 miles east, in Atlanta -- according to the Georgia State Patrol. The accident happened around 7:20 a.m. on State Highway 120, said Kersha Cartwright, public relations coordinator for the Haralson County School System. None of the students, who were from elementary to high school age, suffered serious injuries, Cartwright said. Video from CNN affiliate WSB showed the bus hooked up to a tow truck on the tree-lined, two-lane highway. School bus flips over after accident in New York City . School bus goes off bridge .

Summary: The bus got into an accident with a pick-up truck early Thursday . Spokeswoman: 17 students were transported to a hospital with injuries that weren't serious . The truck's driver did have serious injuries and was airlifted to an Atlanta hospital .


(CNN) -- Retired tennis star Pete Sampras has revealed that most of the trophies and memorabilia collected during his 15-year career have been stolen. Speaking to the Los Angeles Times the former World No.1 said the trophies were stolen from a public storage rental unit. The missing items include two Davis Cup trophies, an Olympic ring and his first Australian Open title which he won in 1994. He said his other 13 grand slam trophies are safe, but none of the stolen items were insured. The seven-time Wimbledon champion told the Los Angeles Times that the items were placed in storage after he had moved homes twice. Sampras, who retired in 2003, is publicizing the theft which took place three weeks ago in the hope that someone might provide a new lead.

Summary: Former World No.1's trophies have been stolen from a storage facility in Los Angeles . First Australian Open and two Davis Cup trophies taken three weeks ago . Sampras spoke to Los Angeles Times in hope that it might provide new lead .


Kathmandu, Nepal (CNN) -- A 52-year-old Nepalese man reached the top of Mount Everest for the 21st time on Wednesday, breaking a record he set last year for the number of ascents of the world's tallest peak, a tourism official ministry said. Apa Sherpa first climbed Everest in 1990 while helping international expeditions climb the mountain. Since 2008, he has been climbing Everest as part of an expedition to highlight the effects of climate change and to collect trash on the mountains. He started from Camp IV at an altitude of 7,950 meters with five other climbers on Tuesday night and reached on Wednesday morning, according to Asian Trekking, which organized the expedition. Sherpa is the climbing leader of the expedition, which collects trash such as oxygen cylinders, tent poles, tents and other mountaineering equipment from the mountain.

Summary: Apa Sherpa first climbed Mount Everest in 1990 . He has been climbing Everest as part of an expedition . The group highlights the effects of climate change .


(CNN) -- You know the voice of Morgan Freeman: commanding, firm, resonant. He's even played God. What if it's on helium? Call it "undignified." Freeman did. On Thursday's "Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," the Oscar-winning actor reluctantly agreed to conduct an interview with host Fallon after inhaling from a helium-filled balloon. It was a recreation of a bit from his Emmy-nominated Science Channel show, "Through the Wormhole with Morgan Freeman." "I really shouldn't be doing this," said Freeman squeakily, glaring at Fallon as the two took hits from the balloons. "It's very undignified." As Fallon fell about laughing, he asked if Freeman would return. "I'm never coming back," replied the actor, after inhaling again. Perhaps Fallon can persuade James Earl Jones to substitute. Freeman appears in the thriller "Lucy," starring Scarlett Johansson, which opens Friday. Review: 'Lucy' has no boundaries . Chris Christie, Jimmy Fallon dance around testy issues .

Summary: Morgan Freeman goes high-pitched on Fallon's show . Host asked actor if he'd inhale helium . Freeman gamely went along with idea .


(CNN) -- Police in China have spent three months seizing bogus meat, some of it fake beef or mutton made out of fox, mink and rat. They snatched up around 20,000 tons of illegal products, according to state news agency Xinhua. In 382 cases, officials arrested 904 suspects for passing off counterfeit meat, meat injected with water or diseased flesh to consumers, the news agency said. Other offenders allegedly added chemicals illegally to their products, the agency said. Two "meat processing and selling dens" in southwest China allegedly used hydrogen peroxide to process chicken claws, Xinhua said. The raids were the first part of a food safety enforcement campaign from the Ministry of Public Security, Xinhua reported. Next phase: dairy product crimes. A ministry official told the news agency it expects to find deep-rooted safety problems.

Summary: Fake mutton and beef were made of fox, mink, rat, state news agency says . Other meat was injected with water or was diseased, Xinhua says . Chemicals were used illegally to augment meat, it reports . Public safety officials are planning raids related to dairy products, too, agency says .


(CNN) -- Helene weakened into a tropical depression Saturday after making landfall in Mexico, the National Hurricane Center said. The storm brought more rain on an area that was recovering from Hurricane Ernesto, but it is forecast to dissipate by Monday. The tropical depression was about 15 miles (25 km) south-southwest of Tampico, Mexico. Helene packed winds of 35 mph and was moving toward the northwest at about 9 mph, the center said. Mexico discontinued all tropical storm warnings. As many as 6 inches of rain will fall across northeast Mexico, from northern Veracruz to southern Tamaulipas and eastern San Luis Potosi states, the center said. It comes after Ernesto hit the area last week as a Category 1 hurricane before weakening. Affected by the storm? Share your photos and video with CNN iReport, but please stay safe.

Summary: Helene weakens to a tropical depression . It pours rain on an area recovering from a recent hurricane . Mexico discontinues all tropical storm warnings .


Kabul, Afghanistan (CNN) -- Two foreign workers with an international aid organization were shot and killed in the western Afghanistan city of Herat on Thursday, the provincial governor said. The women, who were believed to be Finnish, worked for the International Assistance Mission, said Governor Sayed Fazlullah Wahidi said. They were riding a taxi through the city when men in a motorbike attacked them and fled, Wahidi said. No group immediately claimed responsibility for the shooting. The International Assistance Mission is a Christian aid group that has been working in Afghanistan since 1966, primarily in the areas of health and economic development. It bills itself as "the longest continually serving NGO in the country." In 2010, 10 workers with the mission - six Americans, two Afghans, a Briton and a German -- were killed by gunmen in Badakhshan, a remote northeastern region of the country.

Summary: The women, believed to be Finnish, worked for the International Assistance Mission . In 2010,10 foreign workers with the mission were killed by gunmen .


Seoul, South Korea (CNN) -- South Korea will hold its largest-ever winter live-fire drills Thursday in an area adjacent to North Korea, the South Korean Army said on Wednesday. The drills are scheduled as tensions between the two countries remain high. South Korea held live-fire military exercises earlier this week, a move that North Korea said could ignite a war. Both Koreas have traded tough talk and conducted military drills in the weeks after North Korea shelled a South Korean island last month. See more of CNN.com's Koreas coverage . The attack killed two marines and two civilians.

Summary: The drills come as tensions between the two Koreas remain high . South Korea held live-fire military exercises earlier this week .


A JetBlue Airways flight departing from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico, was evacuated Saturday evening after one of its engines caught fire, according to a Federal Aviation Administration statement. "Passengers and crew used emergency slides to evacuate the aircraft," the statement read. JetBlue spokesperson Gina Recine told CNN there were no known injuries among the 186 passengers and six crew members on board. JetBlue Airways Flight 704 was headed to John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City. According to Recine, the plane was taxing on the runway for takeoff when problems developed 7:15 p.m. ET. Recine could not elaborate on the nature of the mechanical issue. The FAA said it will investigate the incident.

Summary: Emergency slides were deployed . JetBlue Flight 704 was headed to JFK in New York . No injuries reported .


NEW DELHI, India (CNN) -- Fourteen people, most of them children, have been killed in a stampede during a Hindu festival in eastern India, police said Tuesday. The crush occurred Monday on a bridge along the banks of the river Ganges in Patna, the capital of Bihar state, according to authorities. The site was packed with hundreds of thousands of devotees celebrating the annual festival of Chhath, Patna's police chief Jayant Kant said. During Chhath, one of the biggest festivals of eastern India, worshipers gather along river banks to offer prayers to the sun. An electric short circuit generated sparks from power cables, triggering the panic that led to the stampede, Kant said. About eight people were initially reported Monday to have been injured in the crush. But Kant said Tuesday that authorities no longer had anybody recorded as injured after some people died from their injuries.

Summary: The stampede occurred near the river Ganges in Patna, the capital of Bihar state . Sparks from an electric short circuit triggered panic, police said . The area was packed with hundreds of thousands of devotees .


(CNN) -- Mexican authorities say they've foiled a plot to assassinate two lawmakers. A group of suspected hitmen was arrested at a Mexico City hotel and accused of planning to kill Rep. Ricardo Monreal and Sen. David Monreal, brothers who are both federal legislators, Mexico's Attorney General's Office said. Authorities did not reveal a possible motive or specify how many people were arrested. Both lawmakers are from Mexico's Zacatecas state. CNNMexico.com contributed to this report.

Summary: A group of suspected hitmen are arrested in Mexico City . They are accused of plotting to kill two brothers who are lawmakers . Authorities did not reveal a possible motive .


(CNN) -- A tsunami advisory was cancelled in Japan Wednesday, hours after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of the main island of Honshu, the country's meteorological agency said. The quake was centered 169 kilometers (105 miles) off the east coast of Honshu, directly east of the city of Sendai, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The quake occurred about 8.8 miles below the earth's surface, the geological survey said. CNN correspondent Kyung Lah said she could feel the earthquake in Tokyo, 267 miles (429 kilometers) southwest of the quake's epicenter. It lasted as long as three minutes, but there was no significant damage, she said. TV Asahi showed video of boats rocking back and forth, as well as images taken from shaken city cams as the earthquake hit.

Summary: NEW: Tsunami advisory is called off . Quake was centered 105 miles of the coast of Honshu, Japan's main island . Tremor could be felt in Tokyo, 267 miles from epicenter, CNN reporter says .


Look! Out by the bridge! It's ... it's ... Ant-Man? Yes, Ant-Man, also known as Scott Lang, a superhero who can change his size, thanks to the scientific prowess of Dr. Hank Pym. Paul Rudd is playing Lang, who has a two-bit criminal background, in the movie -- due out next year -- and Marvel just released a photograph of the grizzled figure standing by San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, an old Ford van nearby. "Ant-Man" is being directed by Peyton Reed ("Bring It On," "Yes Man") with a script from Edgar Wright, Joe Cornish and Adam McKay. Michael Douglas is playing Pym. Judy Greer, John Slattery join 'Ant-Man' The movie will also film in Atlanta. What do you think? Are you looking forward to "Ant-Man"?

Summary: Marvel releases pic from "Ant-Man" Paul Rudd plays the superhero, a former thief who can change size . The film is due out in 2015 .


(CNN) -- Suspended New York Yankee Alex Rodriguez has dropped a medical malpractice lawsuit against the Yankees' team doctor and New York Presbyterian Hospital, according to court paperwork filed Thursday. Rodriguez had alleged that the Yankees' Dr. Christopher S. Ahmad had misdiagnosed Rodriguez's hip injury, clearing him for play when a second doctor recommended surgery. CNN National Correspondent Jason Carroll contributed to this report.

Summary: The lawsuit was filed against the Yankee's team doctor and a New York hospital . It focused on the alleged misdiagnoses of A-Rod's hip injury .


(CNN) -- An American Airlines plane made an emergency landing Tuesday night in Orlando after the crew noticed a crack in the cockpit windshield. American Airlines Flight 160, with 150 passengers and six crew members, took off from Miami and was headed to Boston, said airline spokeswoman Andrea Huguely. The Boeing 757 had reached cruising altitude when the crew noticed a crack on the exterior window of the double-paned cockpit windshield, Huguely said. The size of the crack, or the cause, was not immediately known. The pilot declared an emergency, and the plane landed in Orlando. Emergency landing after part of plane flies off . Southwest plane returns to Nashville after striking birds . Plane blows engine, loses power . CNN's Chuck Johnston contributed to this report.

Summary: The plane was carrying 150 passengers and six crew members . The flight was headed to Boston .


(CNN) -- Mary Kay Letourneau, the teacher who served more than seven years in prison for raping one of her sixth-grade students, finds herself in trouble with the law again. She was arrested and accused of driving with a suspended license and failure to appear, according to Julie Murphy, a spokeswoman for King County Adult and Juvenile Detention & Community Corrections in Washington state. She was booked early Monday morning and released the same day on $5,000 bond, the spokeswoman said. According to CNN affiliate KIRO, Letourneau will appear in court Tuesday. Letourneau married her former student, Vili Fualaau, in 2005. They have two children. CNN's Deanna Hackney contributed to this report.

Summary: The teacher served more than seven years in prison for raping one of her students . She was arrested and accused of driving with a suspended license, failure to appear . Letourneau was released on $5,000 bond and is set to be in court Tuesday .


(CNN) -- Two soldiers from Fort Bragg were arrested this week and face murder charges in the death of a North Carolina teenager, authorities said. The soldiers, identified as Christopher Roger Blackett, 20, and Sebastian Gamez, 20, are accused of killing 17-year-old Vincent Edwin Carlisle Jr, said Harnett County Sheriff Larry Rollins. Carlisle's body was found Thursday afternoon in the woods in the county, Rollins said. The men also face charges of disposing of a corpse. Carlisle, a high school senior, had been missing for four days, CNN affiliate WRAL reported. The teen had just started a new high school and was excited about school, Melanie Stewart, his principal, told the affiliate. "It's important to me that people know that Vincent Carlisle was a very intelligent young man, and he had dreams, and he had plans," Stewart said. CNN's Samuel Gardner III contributed to this report.

Summary: The teen's body is found in the woods Thursday afternoon . Along with the murder charges, the men face charges of disposing of a corpse . "Vincent Carlisle was a very intelligent young man, and he had dreams," principal says .


(CNN) -- A mother and eight children were killed in a Kentucky house fire early Thursday, authorities said. Two people -- the children's father, Chad J. Watson, 36, and an 11-year-old child -- survived. Both were taken via air ambulance to a hospital in Nashville, Tennessee and were listed in stable condition. The mother was identified as 35-year-old LaRae Watson. The children who died ranged in age from 4 to 15. Investigators have ruled the fire at a rural home in Greenville accidental, according to Kentucky State Police. "It appears that an electric baseboard heater located in a bedroom ignited some nearby combustibles," they said in a statement. The fire was reported at about 2 a.m. Thursday. Aerial video from CNN affiliate WTVF showed the house's charred exterior and blackened debris scattered around it. Multiple fatalities reported .

Summary: NEW: Fire at rural Kentucky home kills mother, eight children . NEW: Child, 11, and father, 36, taken to hospital, listed in stable condition . NEW: Investigators rule the fire was accidental, apparently started by heater .


MADRID, Spain -- Barcelona's Brazil forward Ronaldinho was granted dual nationality by Spain on Monday, the Primera Liga club said. Brazilian striker Ronaldinho leaves Gava magistrates court in Spain after being granted dual nationality. The move frees up a place for another non-European Union player in Frank Rijkaard's squad. Mexican forward Giovani dos Santos is set to take up the vacant slot alongside Cameroon international Samuel Eto'o and Ivory Coast midfielder Yaya Toure in the non-EU berths permitted under Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) rules. However, Dos Santos is also expected to be granted dual nationality this week. Barcelona opened up their Primera Liga campaign with a goalless draw away to Racing Santander on Sunday. E-mail to a friend .

Summary: Barcelona's Brazil forward Ronaldinho is granted dual nationality by Spain . Move allows another non-European Union player in Frank Rijkaard's squad .


(CNN) -- Walking in on an already occupied bathroom can be awkward and uncomfortable, but when that occupant is a 12-foot python, it can be terrifying. But that's just what happened to Veronica Rodriguez of College Station, Texas, last week when she discovered an African rock python in her bathtub. Police and animal control officers were called and able to capture the intruder, which Rodriguez surmises came through her open back door. Aggieland Humane Society Executive Director Kathy Bice told CNN affiliate KTRK that the snake was legally owned and that its owner had reported it missing two months ago.

Summary: A Texas woman found a 12-foot python in her bathroom . She assumes the snake entered her home through her open back door . The snake's owner had reported it missing two months ago, human society says .


LONDON, England (CNN) -- Commonly thought of as a Victorian disease, tuberculosis, or TB, remains a persistent global health problem. It is a common disease of the lung that is airborne and highly contagious. If left untreated, tuberculosis can be deadly. It is found everywhere in the world. Many myths and misconceptions abound about TB. But how much do you know about the disease? Here, CNN compiles TB's killer facts: .

Summary: Tuberculosis is an airborne and contagious disease . If left untreated, the disease is deadly . The combination of TB and HIV is particularly lethal . Some drug-resistant forms of TB are virtually untreatable .


Former Portuguese Prime Minister Jose Socrates and three other people were arrested in connection with an investigation into suspected tax fraud, corruption and money laundering, the country's prosecutor general's office said Saturday. Socrates, who was detained late Friday, was due to appear before a judge for questioning on Saturday regarding an investigation of suspicious banking operations and money transfers, according to a statement from the prosecutor's office. Socrates was prime minister from 2005 to 2011, when he stepped down after his socialist government was unable to push though austerity measures, which were intended to preclude a bailout to ease the country's debt crisis.

Summary: Prosecutor: Jose Socrates to be questioned in probe of suspicious banking operations . Socrates was prime minister from 2005 to 2011 .


Fifty-two people are missing after a South Korean fishing boat sank in the Bering Sea, the South Korean government said. The vessel sank Monday with 60 crew members on board. Eight people were rescued, but one of them later died, said Kim Hong-won, an official at the South Korean Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries. The cause of the sinking, in the frigid waters that lie between far-eastern Russia and Alaska, wasn't clear. The crew consisted of 35 Indonesians, 13 Filipinos, 11 South Koreans and one Russian, Kim said.

Summary: Eight people were rescued, but one of them later died, authorities say . The vessel's crew included Indonesians, Filipinos, South Koreans and a Russian .


London (CNN) -- As part of CNN's special series "Inside the Louvre," we asked you to share your favorite artwork via the hashtag #LouvreFavorite. With thousands of artworks on display, it wasn't easy for our community to choose their one most treasured piece. All in all, you sent us 100 tweets, comments and Instagram pictures ranging from the world-famous "Winged Victory of Samothrace" to the "Mona Lisa." Other impressive works you named included Paul Delaroche's "The Young Martyr" and Johannes Vermeer's "The Lacemaker." Check out the top 10 most popular artworks as selected by our community.

Summary: We asked you to share your favorite Louvre artwork via #LouvreFavorite . After pulling together your tweets, pictures, here are your favorite artworks . This is your guide to the most popular pieces inside the Louvre .


(CNN) -- Authorities are investigating a Massachusetts comic book dealer who allegedly posted online comments suggesting members of Congress should be targeted after the January 8 shooting that left Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, D-Arizona, critically wounded, police said Friday. In a blog post titled "1 down and 534 to go," 39-year-old Travis Corcoran allegedly wrote: "It is absolutely, absolutely unacceptable to shoot indiscriminately." "Target only politicians and their staff and leave regular citizens alone," it said. Police also seized "a large amount" of weapons from Corcoran's home in Arlington, Massachusetts, last week, according to police Chief Frederick Ryan. Corcoran's firearms license has been suspended as authorities investigate how and where the weapons were purchased, the police chief said. There is no indication they were acquired illegally, he added. The blog, called TJICistan, is no longer viewable online, and Corcoran was not immediately reachable for comment.

Summary: Police are investigating a man for his alleged comments that suggest violence . Travis Corcoran accused of posting a blog titled "1 down and 534 to go" Police seized "a large amount" of weapons from Corcoran 's Massachusetts home last week .


(CNN) -- The first American to orbit the Earth has undergone successful heart surgery. Former Sen. John Glenn, 92, had a heart valve replaced last month at the Cleveland Clinic, according to Hank Wilson, director of communications for the John Glenn School of Public Affairs at the Ohio State University. "He's in great shape," and is at home in Columbus, Ohio, recovering, Wilson said. Glenn, piloting the Mercury space capsule dubbed Friendship 7, became the first American to orbit Earth on February 20, 1962, circling the planet three times in just under five hours. He is the last surviving of the original seven U.S. astronauts from Project Mercury. In 1998, at age 77, he flew a nine-day mission aboard the space shuttle Discovery, becoming the oldest person to travel in space. Glenn, a Democrat, served as a U.S. senator from 1974 until 1999, and ran for president in 1984.

Summary: The first American to orbit the earth has undergone successful heart surgery. John Glenn also was a U.S. Senator for over 20 years .


(CNN) -- Russia plans to resume exporting flour on January 1, 2011, but a larger ban on exporting wheat, barley, rye and corn has been extended through next June, the state-run RIA-Novosti news agency reported Monday. Russia imposed a temporary ban on grain exports this year amid the country's worst drought in decades. Russian authorities have extended a ban on exports of wheat, barley, rye and corn through June 30, 2011, the news agency said. The country plans to resume exporting wheat flour and wheat-rye flour, the report said.

Summary: Russia banned the export of grain amid its worst drought in years . The country plans to resume exports of flour next year .


(CNN) -- Rainstorms and flooding in southern China have killed at least 16 people and left hundreds of thousands homeless, according to state-run media. Residents in Rongcheng, southwest China's Guangxi region on July 4. Authorities had sent text messages to more than 1 million people to take precautions in southern China, the Xinhua news agency said Saturday. More than 400,000 residents total were forced from their homes in Fujian, Guangxi Zhuang, Hunan and Jiangxi. At least two people were missing in southeast Fujian Province after downpours that started Wednesday, according to the news agency. The financial damage caused by the rain and flooding -- including damaged homes and crops -- was estimated at $35.4 million. Destruction included a flooded reservoir and damaged dike in Luocheng County, where fears of a dam collapse forced evacuations. The storms also disrupted traffic, triggered landslides and cut electricity in various parts of southern China.

Summary: Storms disrupted traffic, triggered landslides, cut electricity across southern China . Media: Authorities send precautionary text messages to more than 1 million people . Financial damage caused by rain, flooding has been estimated at $35.4 million .


(CNN Student News) -- March 1, 2013 . Download PDF maps related to today's show: . Vatican City . Click here to access the transcript of today's CNN Student News program. Please note that there may be a delay between the time when the video is available and when the transcript is published.

Summary: The daily transcript is a written version of each day's CNN Student News program . Use this transcript to help students with reading comprehension and vocabulary . Use the weekly Newsquiz to test your knowledge of stories you saw on CNN Student News .


BANGKOK, Thailand (CNN) -- A Bangkok Airways plane crashed at an airport at a resort island in Thailand, killing the pilot and injuring 37 people Tuesday, aviation officials said. Rescue workers inspect the Bangkok Airways plane at Samui airport on Thailand's Ko Samui. The plane carrying 68 people and four crew members skidded and then crashed after landing at Koh Samui airport, officials with the civil aviation department said. The ATR-72 turboprop had taken off from the town of Krabi on the west coast Thailand for its trip to the resort island of Koh Samui. Air traffic control warned the pilot of volatile winds before the plane landed, aviation officials said. Seven people were seriously injured and emergency officials were working to free the plane's co-pilot who was trapped in the plane, officials said. CNN's Dan Rivers contributed to this report.

Summary: Officials: Plane skidded and then crashed after landing at Koh Samui airport . Bangkok Airways ATR-72 turboprop carrying 68 people, four crew members . Air traffic control warned the pilot of volatile winds before the plane landed .


NEW YORK (CNN) -- Misdemeanor assault charges have been dropped against "24" star Kiefer Sutherland in a head-butting incident at a New York City nightclub, according to Alicia Maxey Greene, spokeswoman for the Manhattan District Attorney's office. Kiefer Sutherland turns himself in to the NYPD on May 7. Charges against him have been dropped. "We decided to drop the charge after a full investigation, including after speaking to a complaining witness, who was uncooperative," Greene told CNN Tuesday. The charges stem from an incident in which Sutherland allegedly head-butted designer Jack McCollough at a New York City nightclub in May. McCollough had claimed he was "the victim of a vicious, violent, unprovoked assault," according to a statement released after the incident from McCollough's publicist.. Several weeks after the incident, Sutherland and McCollough issued a joint statement, through Sutherland's attorney, in which Sutherland apologized.

Summary: Manhattan DA's office: Misdemeanor assault charges against actor dropped . Charges stemmed from alleged head-butting incident at New York club in May . Kiefer Sutherland stars in the hit television drama "24"


Kabul, Afghanistan (CNN) -- Militants shot dead 17 people overnight, including 10 local Police officers, as the victims slept, in eastern Afghanistan, officials said Wednesday. The attack took place at a police outpost in Ghazni province, according to the provincial governor. In addition to the officers, seven of their friends and relatives who were spending the night were also killed, Gov. Musa Khan Akbarzada said. Authorities are trying to determine how the militants gained access to the sleeping quarters. In a separate incident, a suicide bomber targeted an Afghan National Army bus in western Kabul, injuring six personnel and one civilian, according to Kabul police chief Mohammad Ayoub Salangi. The Taliban claimed responsibility for both attacks.

Summary: The victims also include civilians . Authorities are trying to determine how the militants gained access . In a separate incident, a suicide bomber wounds seven in Kabul . The Taliban claim responsibility for both attacks .


(CNN) -- Authorities in Mexico have arrested Gilberto Barragan Balderas, one of the leaders of a powerful drug dealing group called the Gulf Cartel, police said. Mexican police said they arrested him Friday in the border city of Reynosa. He was also wanted in the United States, and the State Department had offered a $5 million reward for his capture. Barragan Balderas, 41, was responsible for various drug trafficking operations to the United States via the border between Tamaulipas, Mexico, and Texas, police said. Police learned that the suspect was going to attend a party Friday and used that information to locate him. CNN's Esprit Smith contributed to this report .

Summary: Police say he operated a drug route between Mexico and the United States . The State Department has offered a $5 million reward for his capture .


Yangon, Myanmar (CNN) -- The government of Myanmar said three bombs caused the deadly blasts that ripped through Yangon on Thursday, an action it calls a terrorist attack. At least 20 people have died and more than 70 others were wounded, a staff member at Yangon Hospital said. But the government says only eight have died and more than 90 others were wounded. The blasts occurred at 3 p.m. local time during a water festival, part of the New Year's celebration taking place in Myanmar and other southeastern Asian countries. People toss water on each other as part of a cleansing ritual during the celebration. Myanmar, formerly called Burma, is under strict military rule and such blasts are rare. Yangon, Myanmar's former capital and the country's commercial hub, is generally a crime-free and calm city. CNN's Kocha Olarn contributed to this report.

Summary: NEW: Government says says three explosions were act of terror . NEW: Official death toll is 8, but hospital says 20 were killed . Crowds taking part in annual water festival . Yangon is commercial hub of country under military rule .


Cairo, Egypt (CNN) -- Thousands of Christian Copts in Cairo protested outside the offices of the Egyptian state broadcaster, witnesses said on Friday. It was the seventh day of protests over what they're calling the "marginalization and lack of representation" of their concerns in state media. There have been longstanding tensions between Muslims and Copts in Egypt, and 13 Copts were killed in sectarian clashes last Tuesday. That erupted after a family dispute between Christians and Muslims resulted in a church burning south of Cairo.

Summary: The protests occurred in the Egyptian capital of Cairo . There have been longstanding tensions between Muslims and Copts .


(CNN) -- This week Marketplace Middle East focuses on the relationship between Israel and the "new" Egypt. IN FOCUS: Egypt's Ramadan professions . Egypt is still forging its new foreign policy. Domestically, however, boosting economic growth is a top priority. The country has been struggling to get back on its feet since its revolution last year. But for some Egyptians, business is picking up. And it has a lot to do with Islam's holiest month . FACETIME: Erel Margalit, Jerusalem Venture Partners . Technology is one of Israel's key industries. In fact, high tech products account for around 45% of its exports. But while many consider Tel Aviv Israel's Silicon Valley, Erel Margalit is looking to the ancient city of Jerusalem as a gateway to the country's business future.

Summary: This week MME focuses on the relationship between Israel and the "new" Egypt . Boosting economic growth is a top priority for politicians in Egypt . In Israel, entrepreneur Erel Margalit sees Jerusalem as a gateway to the business future .


(CNN) -- A 39-year-old man was arrested Friday in connection with the watercraft accident death last year of the former stepson of singer Usher Raymond, said District Attorney Lee Darragh of Hall County, Georgia. Jeffrey Simon Hubbard, who was being held by authorities, will make an appearance before a judge this weekend, when Hubbard will be informed of charges against him, Darragh told CNN on Friday afternoon. Hubbard has been "indicted for homicide by vessel in the first degree, as well as serious injury by a vessel involving a second victim, and reckless operation of a vessel," Darragh said. The 11-year-old died last July, after a personal watercraft crashed into an inner tube he was riding on a Georgia lake. CNN's Denise Quan contributed to this report.

Summary: Jeffrey Simon Hubbard, 39, will appear before a judge this weekend . He has already been indicted on a charge of homicide by vessel in the first degree . Usher's former stepson died after a watercraft accident last year .


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(CNN) -- A suicide bomber attack at a mosque in Indonesia killed one person and injured several others during Friday prayers, police said. The attack occurred in a mosque that is inside a police station in the city of Cirebon, said Boy Rafli Amar, a National Police spokesman said. The person killed was the bomber, police said. Scores were injured in the blast, the spokesman said.

Summary: The attack occurs in the city of Cirebon . Scores are injured in the blast, police say .


(CNN)It doesn't tell us much, but a new trailer for season five of "The Walking Dead" raises a few questions. Who -- or what -- will be the gang's next big foe? What, exactly, is "all that matters"? Where's Carl? It's enough to get fans psyched for the mid-season premiere on February 8. AMC's zombie apocalypse thriller took a break in November after killing off one of the main characters. Otherwise, Rick and the surviving members of his crew are back together, apparently, roaming foggy woods, in pursuit of an unidentified enemy, if the trailer is any indication. Who do you think will be the next character to meet his or her demise? Tell us on CNN Facebook.

Summary: "The Walking Dead" took a break in November after killing off a longstanding character . AMC's zombie apocalypse thriller resumes on February 8 .


(CNN)At the rate Marvel is going, all of its comic book characters will have their own movie, maybe two. "Ant-Man" is the latest to join the studio's movie superhero ranks. Marvel just unveiled the trailer this week. The character is little-known outside of hardcore fans, much like last summer's "Guardians of the Galaxy" franchise, which turned out to be a big hit. Playing Ant-Man is Paul Rudd, an actor largely known for his comedic chops. Rudd's character, the troubled Scott Lang, is recruited by Hank Pym (Michael Douglas), to wear the shrinking Ant-Man suit. A keen sense of humor might be just what's needed for this superhero, who becomes teeny tiny, but powerful, in his pursuit of justice. However, unlike "Guardians," reaction to the trailer from social media was decidedly mixed. "Ant-Man" hits theaters on July 17.

Summary: "Ant-Man" hits theaters on July 17 . Paul Rudd and Michael Douglas star in the film .


KAMPALA, Uganda (CNN) -- At least 19 schoolgirls died when fire erupted in their dormitory west of the capital, Kampala, late Monday, say police and school officials. Villagers surround the gutted school building Tuesday. Authorities also found the bodies of two adults in the ashes of the blaze at Buddo Junior School in Mpigi. The school's headmaster said 42 girls survived. Police said they were investigating the cause, but children who lived in the dorm said they heard an explosion shortly before the fire broke out. There were conflicting reports of the doors of the living quarters being barred, trapping the children inside. School officials insisted that the doors weren't locked, while girls who lived there said they were. Mpigi is about 60 kilometers west of Kampala. E-mail to a friend .

Summary: 19 schoolgirls and two adults die in primary school dormitory fire, police say . School denies pupils' claim that dormitory door was locked from the outside . Police investigate cause of blaze at school 60 kilometers from Kampala .


(CNN) -- Dozens of people died as heavy rain caused flooding and mudslides in Brazil this week, officials said Tuesday. A mudslide early Monday in Sapucaia, Rio de Janeiro, killed at least 13 people, city officials said in a written release. One person died in Laje do Muriae, Rio de Janeiro, city officials said. In the neighboring state of Minas Gerais, at least people 15 died amid the rain as 116 cities have declared a state of emergency, the state-run Agencia Brasil reported. Officials at the site of the mudslide in Sapucaia estimated Tuesday that at least nine people were still buried. Seven cities in the metropolitan Rio de Janeiro area were under a state of emergency. January is traditionally a month with heavy rain. A year ago, more than 800 people died because of floods in the state of Rio de Janeiro. CNN's Shasta Darlington contributed to this report.

Summary: 13 people are killed in a mudslide in Rio de Janeiro state . Officials estimate that nine people remain buried . In the state of Minas Gerais, at least 15 people have died amid heavy rain .


(CNN) -- An American Airlines plane flying from Costa Rica to Miami made an emergency landing on Colombia's San Andres Island Thursday, the airline said. The airline said a "mechanical issue" was behind the pilot's decision to divert the flight to the island, located on Colombia's north coast. CNN affiliate Caracol TV reported that smoke was seen in the cabin. Flight 1204 was carrying 172 passengers and six crew, American Airlines said. The passengers disembarked while the aircraft, a Boeing 757, was evaluated. No one was injured, Caracol reported. UK-to-U.S. flight makes emergency landing in Ireland .

Summary: The plane was flying from Costa Rica to Miami . It made an emergency detour to San Andres Island, Colombia . No one was injured, a CNN affiliate reports .


(CNN) -- A federal grand jury has charged a British man with hacking into thousands of computer systems and stealing confidential U.S. government information. Lauri Love, 28, and alleged co-conspirators are accused of trying to "disrupt the operations and infrastructure" of various agencies and departments, including the Army, NASA, and the Environmental Protection Agency. The indictment was announced Monday by U.S. Attorney Paul Fishman of New Jersey. "As part of their alleged scheme, they stole military data and personal identifying information belonging to servicemen and women," said Fishman. "Such conduct endangers the security of our country and is an affront to those who serve." Love was arrested Friday at his Stradishall, England, home. He faces one count of illegally accessing a government computer system and one count of conspiracy. Related criminal charges were also unsealed in Virginia on Monday.

Summary: Indictment alleges suspect hacked into networks and stole confidential information . Suspect Lauri Love and others allegedly sought to disrupt Army, NASA, EPA systems . Love was arrested on Friday at his home in England .


Sanaa, Yemen (CNN) -- Twin suicide attacks in southern Yemen killed 12 tribesmen early Sunday morning, authorities said. The tribesmen are part of a small force fighting al Qaeda-affiliated militants in Abyan province . In one of the attacks, a suicide bomber approached a group of fighters, shook hands and sat with them before detonating explosives, tribal fighters said. The blast killed five people, in addition to the bomber. In the second attack, seven people were killed in addition to the suicide bomber, the fighters said. Clashes in Abyan have been ongoing since May, when suspected al Qaeda militants took over the province and declared it an Islamic emirate. The militants call themselves "Ansar Sharia," and say that their mission is to spread Islamic law in Yemen. Government forces, with the help of local tribal fighters, have succeeded in retaking control of parts of the province.

Summary: The tribesmen are part of a small force fighting al Qaeda . In one of the attacks, a suicide bomber shakes hands with the fighters before detonating . Clashes in the province have been ongoing since May .


(CNN) -- As if Saturday's date -- 12/13/14 -- wasn't special enough, it's also entertainer Taylor Swift's 25th birthday, and the Internet is celebrating. So, what happens when you're Taylor Swift and it's your birthday? For one, legions of Swifties rejoice, celebrating everything from your red lipstick to your Billboard "Woman of the Year" award and seven Grammys, making you a worldwide trending Twitter topic. Also, Aretha Franklin sings you "Happy Birthday" in front of some of the music industry's biggest names. And, your close pals Jay-Z, Beyonce, Justin Timberlake and Karlie Kloss help you celebrate. Even your bff Selena Gomez gets her nails done in your honor. Even Swift is calling it the #bestbirthdayEVER... until next year, most likely. The CNN 10: The Influentials .

Summary: Taylor Swift turns 25 on 12/13/14 . #HappyBirthdayTaylorSwift is a worldwide trending topic .


(CNN) -- A small plane crashed in Arizona on Saturday, killing a French tourist, police said. The Cessna carrying a pilot and six passengers crashed while trying to land at Page Airport, Police Capt. Ray Varner said. The airport is about 130 miles north of Flagstaff. Four people were hospitalized and released, Varner said. All the passengers were from France and touring the area, he said. The National Transportation Safety Board will investigate. Police did not release any names or give a cause for the crash. Pilot killed in California air show crash . CNN's Joe Sutton contributed to this report .

Summary: All six passengers on the Cessna were from France . The plane crashed while trying to land at Page Airport . Four people were treated at a hospital and released . The NTSB will investigate the crash .


(CNN) -- The Louisiana National Guard's highest ranking enlisted soldier has been removed from active duty after "substantiated allegations" of sexual harassment and possible sexual assault, a spokesman said Monday. Sgt. Maj. Tommy Caillier was removed on June 14 "for cause" in relation to allegations by a member of the National Guard, spokesman Lt. Col Mike Kazmierzak said. A criminal investigation has been launched into possible sexual assault, he said. Caillier has requested defense council from the National Guard, Kazmierzak said. The case comes as the U.S. military is under pressure to crack down on sexual assault that victims say is rampant in the culture of the armed forces. Charges possible in Navy football sexual assault claim .

Summary: The Louisiana National Guard is investigating a sexual assault allegation . The guard's top enlisted soldier is removed from active duty . A member of the National Guard made the allegations against the sergeant major . The case comes as the military faces pressure to crack down on sexual assault .


(CNN) -- The Tunisian presidency announced on Sunday it would extend the country's state of emergency through June, the official Tunisian news agency TAP reported. This is the second time the North African country's presidency extended the state of emergency this year. Protests in Tunisia against rising unemployment rates, poverty levels, inflation and government repression in late 2010 and early 2011 were the beginning of and inspiration for the Arab Spring. The Arab Spring is the popular name used to describe the wave of protests across the Arabic-speaking world in recent years against autocratic regimes. Demonstrations led to the ouster of the country's leader, Zine El-Abidine Ben Ali in early 2011. There have been longstanding political tensions since. In October 2012, the once-banned moderate Islamist party Ennahda won Tunisia's elections. The winning party formed Tunisia's Islamist-led government.

Summary: Tunisia was the inspiration for the Arab Spring . There've been longstanding tensions since Ben Ali's ouster . The state of emergency extends through June .


(CNN) -- Craig Hutto lost his right leg in a shark attack when he was 16 years old. Soon after that he became one of the first people to test out a new prosthetic leg created at Vanderbilt University. Researchers there have developed the first fully robotic artificial leg for above-knee amputees. The "bionic leg," as it is called, uses a variety of sensors and motors that replicate muscle and joint movement in a healthy limb. This mechanism creates a more natural stride and allows users to do things that are not possible with normal prosthesis, such as run or go up and down steps and inclines in a natural way. While we're not quite at the point of "The Six Million Dollar Man" bionics, exoskeleton technology is starting to show real promise in helping people with disabilities. Check out the video above to see the bionic leg in action.

Summary: Bionic leg is the result of a nine-year research effort led by Michael Goldfarb at Vanderbilt . The world's first fully robotic leg allows amputees to run and navigate inclines naturally . The technology was bought by Freedom Innovations and is slated to be released in 2014 . One of its first users is a young man who lost his leg in a shark attack in Florida .


(CNN) -- The stepdaughter of Jesse Browning, the star of a reality show about loggers, was attacked and killed by the family's dog in Astoria, Oregon, an investigator said. Her mother found 4-year-old Ashlynn Anderson in the yard of their home after the attack Sunday afternoon, Clatsop County Sheriff Chief Deputy Paul Williams said Tuesday. The child was pronounced dead on arrival after she was flown by helicopter to a Portland hospital, Williams said. The family's two Rottweilers were placed in quarantine, he said. The dog believed to have bitten the child was 2½ years old, he added. Ashlynn's stepfather, Jesse Browning, is a logger who appears on the reality show the History Channel describes as a series about "the treacherous life of Pacific Northwest timber cutters."

Summary: "Ax Men" star Jesse Browning's stepdaughter was attacked, killed by dog . Girl was 4 years old; family's Rottweilers placed in quarantine . "Ax Men" is about loggers in Pacific Northwest .


(CNN) -- Mexican authorities are offering a $1.2 million (15 million pesos) reward for information on 14 children who may have been taken from orphanages by child traffickers, according to a release from the attorney general of Mexico. The attorney general also is offering about $400,000 (5 million pesos) in the search for three people in the "Casitas del Sur" case, a statement said Friday. The children disappeared in February 2009 from the Casitas del Sur orphanage in Mexico City and from homes in Nuevo Laredo and Quintana Roo, the statement said. CNN's Claudia Dominguez contributed to this report.

Summary: Fourteen children disappeared at Mexican orphanages . Three people are being sought in the case .


Nicklas Bendtner is taking full advantage of his extended summer break. Having left Arsenal this summer, the Danish striker has posted a photo on Instagram of himself getting, literally, a full-on tan. Bendtner, protecting his dignity with a white bra, captioned the photo saying: ‘Remember to protect yourself from the sun’. VIDEO Scroll down to watch Bendtner's girlfriend take the mick out of him . Bizarre: Bendtner goes to extreme measures to protect himself from the sun . Frustrating: Bendtner's career has stalled somewhat significantly over the last couple of years . The former Arsenal man is dating Julie Zangengerg, and we can only assume Julie is the owner of the bra in question. Linked with Crystal Palace and Aston Villa this summer, Bendtner scored just twice for Arsenal last season. He has attracted interest from Eintracht Frankfurt but wants to stay in the Premier League.

Summary: The former Arsenal striker posted a bizarre picture on his Instagram account with the message: 'Remember to protect yourself against the sun' Bendtner is yet to sign for a new club following his departure from the Emirates in the summer .


By . Martin Domin . Follow @@martin_domin . Martin Murray dominated from start to finish as he outpointed Max Bursak to move closer to a third world title shot. The St Helens middleweight never looked in trouble in Monte Carlo, winning by scores of 119-109 (twice) and 117-112. Winner: Martin Murray celebrates after defeating Ukraine's Max Bursak during their middleweight WBC clash . Grounded: Bursak (right) is floored by Murray during the pair's fight in Monte Carlo . The 31-year-old is now in pole posiiton to challenge either WBC champion Miguel Cotto or IBF ruler Sam Soliman. Murray’s previous world title fights ended in disappointment; he drew with Felix Sturm in 2011 and came close to beating Sergio Martinez two years later.

Summary: Martin Murray outpoints Max Bursak to move closer to third world title shot . British middleweight won by scores of 119-109 and 117-112 . Murray now in pole position to face Sam Soliman or Miguel Cotto .


Arsenal's French full back Mathieu Debuchy could be out until Christmas after suffering ankle ligament damage against Manchester City last weekend. Manager Arsene Wenger revealed that Debuchy will undergo an exploratory operation on his ankle injury on Friday evening which will determine how long he is out for. If he does not need further surgery, it will be six weeks before his return, but if he needs to go under the knife it will rule him out for at least three months. Mathieu Debuchy looks anguished after suffering ankle ligament damage against Manchester City . Debuchy was clearly distraught as he was lifted onto a stretcher at the Emirates stadium last weekend . The Arsenal defender is now set for an operation which could leave him out until Christmas . The Gunners will have to rely on 19-year-old defender Calum Chambers as their only established right back .

Summary: Mathieu Debuchy will have exploratory surgery on Friday . French full back could be out until Christmas if he needs a further operation . Arsene Wenger says the minimum he will be out for is six weeks . Arsenal lack cover in defence with only four fit senior defenders . Arsenal face Aston Villa on Saturday at Villa Park .


There was drama aplenty during Queretaro’s defeat to Chiapas at the weekend. Ronaldinoho, who signed a two-year deal with Mexican club Queretaro in September, was forced to play peacemaker as his team-mate Willian went on the rampage. After Queretaro FC midfielder Willian was shown a second yellow card after he scythed down a Chiapas player on the break. Queretaro FC midfielder Willian is shown a red card for a wreckless challenge on a Chiapas player . Willian is none too pleased with the decision and lashes out at another Chiapas player . Ronaldinho (left) pulls away Willian but the damage had already been done . Willian was incensed with the decision and subsequently punched one of the Queretaro players in the face while the player he fouled remained stricken. Former Barcelona Ronaldinoho came racing over to control his team-mate but the damage had already been done.

Summary: Queretaro lost 2-1 to Chiapas in the Mexican league at the weekend . Queretaro FC midfielder Willian was shown sent off for a bad tackle . Willian reacted badly to the decision and punched a Queretaro player . Ronaldinoho raced in to diffuse the situation .


Liverpool’s hopes of expanding Anfield have been boosted by research which shows club now boast 580 million fans worldwide. A new-look main stand is set to be built, which will increase the ground’s capacity to 59,000. And as part of the expansion the Red’s chief commercial officer Billy Hogan has revealed the huge size of the club’s global appeal. Liverpool claim they have a worldwide fan base of 580 million people . Liverpool hope to expand Anfield to a capacity of 59,000 with the expansion of the main stand . ‘Our research tells us we’ve got 580 million fans globally’, Hogan told the Liverpool Echo. ‘That size of fanbase means there’s a tremendous amount of opportunities out there for the business. ‘The feeling within the club is that absolutely we’re heading in the right direction, but there’s still a lot of work to be done.’

Summary: Liverpool set to expand capacity of Anfield to 59,000 . Club claim they have a global fanbase of 580m . Barcelona top the social media charts with over 100m followers on Twitter and Facebook .


By . Simon Jones . West Ham have revived their bid to sign Antonio Rudiger from Stuttgart. The 21-year-old centre-back has also attracted interest from Newcastle but Stuttgart director of football Fredi Bobic says he will cost £7m. He said: ‘Our aim is to make sure he stays and continues playing for us next season.’ Wanted: West Ham are chasing Stuttgart defender Antonio Rudiger . Injured: Andy Carroll is ruled out for four months after damaging his ankle . West Ham are also continuing to look for a striker also but strain exists between manager Sam Allardyce and the club’s owners. The club are hoping to strengthen the area following the injury to Andy Carroll which ruled him out for four months.

Summary: West Ham revive bid to sign Antonio Rudiger from Stuttgart . German club want £7m for the 21-year-old defender .


By . Jonathan Block . Several pornographic images and unsettling phone calls were also received from the same China-based number. Scroll down for video . Sarah Bajc (left), the girlfriend of Phillip Wood (right) who was aboard Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 that disappeared on March 8, has received death threats . Bajc stands in front of a sign scrawled with prayer messages for the passengers of MH370 . Bajc (left) and Wood (right) during happier times .

Summary: Sarah Bajc, girlfriend of passenger Philip Wood, received the threat via a message from a China-based number . Bajc has also had her apartment broken into twice and has received unsettling phone calls since MH370 disappeared on March 8 . Bajc was planning to move to Kuala Lumpur to live with Wood, who works for IBM Malaysia .


By . Anna Edwards and Paul Bentley . PUBLISHED: . 07:09 EST, 23 August 2013 . | . UPDATED: . 04:40 EST, 24 August 2013 . Get the sunglasses on and start marinating the meat because it is due to be a barbecue bank holiday weekend – as long as you live in the West, that is. Those on the other side of the country might be advised to run for cover and put the oven on instead. Forecasters are predicting an east-west split for much of the weekend. While those in London, the South-East and East Anglia are due to be battered by rain over Saturday and Sunday, causing flooding, the sun is expected to shine across Devon and Cornwall, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Wales, Cumbria and even western Scotland. Scroll down for video . The scene on the M25 between Junctions .

Summary: London, the South East and East Anglia are likely to be hit with rain over Saturday and Sunday . Severe flooding in Cornwall triggered by spring tides submerges cars beneath water . Miles of traffic queues on M25 after caravan fire closes four lanes anti-clockwise .


Brentford are in talks to sign Lewis MacLeod from Rangers. The 20-year-old has been tipped to become one of the best midfield talents to emerge from Scotland and has been watched by Aston Villa, Burnley, Blackburn and Everton in recent months. However, Championship promotion hopefuls Brentford have made a move to sign him in January. Rangers star Lewis MacLeod has been attracting interest from a number of English clubs . The 20-year-old scores for Rangers during the Scottish League Cup quarter-final against St Johnstone . It is understood Brentford were alerted by coach David Weir, the former Rangers captain, who still keeps a close eye on Scottish football and has good contacts with his former club. Brentford hope to convince MacLeod that he has a better chance of regular football at Griffin Park and will join a team on the up rather than one struggling in the Premier League.

Summary: Lewis MacLeod is regarded as one of Scotland's finest young prospects . Rangers star has been watched by Villa, Burnley, Blackburn and Everton . League One club were alerted by coach and former Ibrox player David Weir .


By . David Kent . Arsenal are working on a deal for Atletico Madrid right-back Javi Manquillo. The Gunners want the Spaniard to compete with imminent signing Mathieu Debuchy for the right-back slot next season. VIDEO Scroll down to watch Arsenal's new signing Alexis Sanchez freestyle with Chile . Target: Atletico Madrid's defender Javi Manquillo is wanted by Arsenal . Sources in Spain claim Arsenal want to take Manquillo on a season-long loan with a view to a permanent signing. The news casts more doubt over Carl Jenkinson's future at the Emirates Stadium. The young right-back is a target for Newcastle. On his way: Carl Jenkinson could be on his way with Newcastle interested . VIDEO Arsenal seal Sanchez swoop .

Summary: Arsenal keen on Spanish defender and could take him on season-long loan . Move could end Carl Jenkinson's career at Gunners with Newcastle interested . Arsene Wenger has already signed Alexis Sanchez and is close to wrapping up a deal for Mathieu Debuchy .


By . Craig Hope for MailOnline . Follow @CraigHope_DM . Sunderland have confirmed that defender Modibo Diakite has left the club by mutual consent. The 27-year-old joined from Lazio on a free transfer last summer but managed only seven appearances for the Black Cats. He spent the second half of last season on loan at Fiorentina. Stop start: Diakite has failed to replicate the kind of form he showed for Lazio at Sunderland . On loan: Diakite failed to impress during a spell with Fiorentina last season . After being unable to raise funds through his departure the club agreed to allow him to leave Wearside by mutual consent. He will be replaced by Liverpool’s Sebastian Coates, who is currently undergoing a medical at the Academy of Light. Elswhere, Inter Milan's Ricky Alvarez is close to joining the club on loan.

Summary: Diakite had only been at Sunderland a year after joining on a free transfer . The 27-year-old made just seven appearance for the Black Cats . Diakite spend the second half of last season on loan at Fiorentina .


By . David Kent . Former England defender Ashley Cole hasn’t ruled out retiring this summer. Cole, 33, is due to return from holiday this week to consider his options after being released by Chelsea and then left out of the World Cup. He has attracted interest but feels he would have to play at a high level in the Premier League or abroad to be properly motivated. VIDEO Scroll down for Arsene Wenger: I'd consider bringing back Ashley Cole if needed . Up for grabs: Ashley Cole was released by Chelsea this summer and is a free agent . Red and buried: Cole was left out of the World Cup squad for Brazil having been part of the England team eliminated by Germany four years ago .

Summary: Left-back was released by Blues at the end of the season . Currently on holiday but will return to assess options . Was left out of England World Cup squad for Brazil .


By . Darren Boyle for MailOnline . A seven-year-old boy who ran away from his mother outside a busy train station has been reunited with his family. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that Aymen Elmi was returned to his mother earlier this evening and was not harmed. A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said they would like to thank the public for their assistance in returning Aymen home safely. He ran away from his mother outside Southall Train station in west London at 12.20 today. He was last seen running in a northerly direction for several hours. The youngster had never ran away from home previously. Aymen Elmi, 7, left, was reunited with his mother after running away from outside Southall Train Station, right .

Summary: Aymen Elmi ran from his mother outside Southall Train station at lunchtime . Aymen, 7, was wearing a dark baseball hat with a dark blue hooded top . Police said Aymen was reunited with his mother earlier this evening .


Alvaro Morata only arrived at new club Juventus on Sunday - but the striker is already injured. The Spaniard, a summer target for Arsenal, sprained his knee during his first training session with the Italian champions after completing his £15.8million move from Real Madrid. VIDEO Scroll down for 'Tevez and Morata are put through their paces in Juventus training' Thumbs up: Alvaro Morata remains upbeat despite suffering injury blow in first training session at Juventus . Juventus confirmed the 21-year-old will have a scan on Tuesday to further assess the knock. Morata later posted a picture of himself on Instagram with the message: ‘For those who laugh at the misfortunes of others... a very big kiss and good luck in life!’ Setback: Alvaro Morata only arrived in Italy on Sunday after £15.8m move from Real Madrid . The Serie A giants begin their pre-season campaign against Indonesia on August 6.

Summary: Alvaro Morata will have a scan on his injured knee . The Spaniard was signed for £15.8m from Real Madrid . Arsenal had targeted Morata before his move to Juventus .


Ahead of another weekend of the Barclays Premier League, Sportsmail brings you the latest squad news, odds and stats on every top flight fixture as it breaks. Simply click on your team in the fixture list below to find out who is ruled out and who is making a return as well as all the key statistics surrounding your club's fixture. In or out? Keep up-to-date with all the latest team news and stats ahead of the Premier League weekend . SATURDAY . Aston Villa vs Liverpool (3pm) Burnley vs Crystal Palace (3pm) Leicester vs Stoke (3pm) QPR vs Manchester United (3pm) Swansea vs Chelsea (3pm) Tottenham vs Sunderland (3pm) Newcastle vs Southampton (5.30pm) SUNDAY . West Ham vs Hull (1.30pm) Man City vs Arsenal (4pm) MONDAY . Everton vs West Brom (8pm)

Summary: Table toppers Chelsea face a trip to Swansea on Saturday . Title rivals Manchester City host Arsenal on Sunday at 4pm . Newcastle host Southampton in Saturday's 5.30pm kick-off . West Ham face Hull in the Barclays Premier League on Sunday at 1.30pm . Everton wrap up the action as they face West Brom on Monday at 8pm .


By . Craig Hope . Follow @@CraigHope01 . Chelsea have signed highly-rated former Barcelona academy winger Josi Quintero. The 17-year-old posted a picture on his Twitter account of him putting pen to paper on his deal with the Blues, with the comment 'happy to sign my first professional contract with this great club'. VIDEO Scroll down to watch Josi Quintero claims three assists for Barcelona youth v Cornella . Talent: Josi Quintero puts pen to paper on his deal with Chelsea . Thumbs up: Quintero poses in his Chelsea training kit . Chelsea are thought to have beaten the likes of Arsenal and Lyon to the signature of the pacey wideman, who has been training with the club since January. The Ecuadorian was on the bench for Chelsea’s under-21 side in a friendly against Sutton United on Saturday.

Summary: Ecuadorian winger posts picture on his Twitter account signing his contract . Quintero, 17, was formerly at Barcelona's famous La Masia academy .


By . Paul Collins . Former Aston Villa and England defender Ugo Ehiogu has been appointed Tottenham’s Under 21 coach. Ehiogu has been working at the Spurs academy on a part-time basis and will be assisted by Matthew Wells who steps up from coaching the Under 15s. New role: Ehiogu had previously been working for Tottenham on a part-time basis . International: Ehiogu celebrates scoring his only England goal - against Spain in February 2001 . Ehiogu, 41, retired from playing in 2009 having had spells at West Brom, Villa, Middlesbrough, Rangers and Sheffield United. He earned four caps for England, memorably scoring in a 3-0 win over Spain in February 2001 in what was Sven-Goran Eriksson's first game in charge. In good company: The then-Middlesbrough defender trains with the England squad in 2002 .

Summary: Ugo Ehiogu named Tottenham's Under 21 coach . Ehiogu had been working for the club on part-time basis . Retired England international made his name as defender for Aston Villa .


By . John Drayton . Fulham have signed former Borussia Dortmund and Arsenal youngster Thomas Eisfeld on a two-year deal. The 21-year-old becomes Fulham's eighth summer signing as Felix Magath's club aims for a return to the Premier League. A statement on Arsenal's official website read: 'Thomas Eisfeld has joined Fulham for an undisclosed fee. On the move: Arsenal youngster Thomas Eisfeld (above) has signed for Fulham . Talent: The former Borussia Dortmund youngster has been likened to Robert Pires . 'Everyone at the club would like to thank Thomas for his contribution and to wish him well for the future.' The Germany Under-20 international made just two appearances for the Arsenal first team but did score during a Capital One Cup clash against West Brom in 2013. Finish: Eisfeld celebrates scoring for Arsenal against Fulham in the Capital One Cup in 2013 .

Summary: Thomas Eisfield has joined Fulham on a two-year deal . Former Borussia Dortmund youngster made two appearances for Arsenal's first team .


England's Paul Casey shot an eight-under-par 62 as he made a superb start at the Sony Open in Hawaii. The 37-year-old carded nine birdies at the Waialae Country Club in Honolulu as he made the early running along with American Webb Simpson. The only blemish on the three-time European Ryder Cup player's card was a bogey five on the sixth hole, which was his 15th. Englishman Paul Casey almost equalled the course record after the opening round at the Sony Open . Simpson also played the back nine first, but was only one under at the turn. He hit form with a run of seven birdies in his last nine to join Casey on a score that was just one short of the competitive course record. American Webb Simpson also shot a round of 62 to share the lead in Hawaii .

Summary: English golfer Paul Casey carded an opening round of 62 at the Sony Open . The 37-year-old hit nine birdies at the golf tournament in Hawaii . Webb Simpson equalled the score, which is one short of course record .


Holland goalkeeper Tim Krul and midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum have withdrawn from the Euro 2016 qualifier in Iceland on Monday after picking up injuries during training. Krul, who is the back-up goalkeeper in the Dutch squad, hurt his elbow on Saturday and has been replaced for the trip to Reykjavik by Feyenoord's Kenneth Vermeer. Wijnaldum, who has hurt his knee, is not being replaced. Holland goalkeeper Tim Krul (left) has been ruled out of Holland's Euro 2016 qualifier with Iceland . PSV midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum (left) is suffering with a knee injury but will not be replaced in the squad . Holland beat Kazakhstan 3-1 in Amsterdam on Friday to pick up their first points in Group A. Second half goals from Klaas-Jan Huntelaar, Ibrahim Afellay and Robin van Persie sealed victory for Guus Hiddink's side after Rinat Abdulin had given the visitors a shock lead in the 18th minute.

Summary: Holland take on Iceland away in a Euro 2016 qualifier on Monday . Tim Krul has been replaced in the Dutch squad by Kenneth Vermeer after hurting his elbow in training on Saturday . Midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum is out with a knee problem . Guss Hiddink's side beat Kazakhstan 3-1 in Amsterdam on Friday .


Phoenix Triton King (pictured) was arrested along with the unidentified girl . A man and a 16-year-old girl are on the loose in Northern California after shooting two transients, one fatally, with a crossbow. Deputies responded to a report of an injured man on the side of a road in Eureka around 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Humboldt County Sheriff's Lt. Dave Morey said. They found the 41-year-old male victim suffering from three crossbow injuries. He was treated and released at a hospital. Morey identified the male suspect as 20-year-old Phoenix Triton King. The girl's identity was not released. The second victim, a 44-year-old man, was found dead nearby. He had suffered a single arrow shot to the face. Neither victim has been identified. Morey says it appears King and the girl, also transients, suspected the two men had stolen from their transient camp.

Summary: A 44-year-old man was killed and another man, 41, found with three crossbow injuries . Suspect named as Phoenix Triton King, the female has not been named .


Sunderland have made a bold request to take Barcelona starlet Alen Halilovic on loan. Halilovic, the 18-year-old Croatia international midfielder, only moved to Spain in the summer and signed for Barca B, who compete in the Segunda Liga. Barcelona are ready to send teenage midfielder Alen Halilovic out on loan in January . Coaching staff believe Halilovic is already too good for that level and are considering loaning him out in January. Sunderland and Celta Vigo have made contact and Barcelona will ponder what is best for the player. Experienced defender Anthony Reveillere could be set to join Sunderland on a free transfer . Halilovic had been courted by Manchester United, Real Madrid and Tottenham among others and has been compared to compatriot Luka Modric in style. French full-back Anthony Reveillere, 34, is to train with Sunderland ahead of a proposed deal. Reveillere, formerly at Napoli is a free agent.

Summary: Teenage midfielder Alen Halilovic signed for Barca B in the summer . Barcelona ready to loan out the Croatia international in January . Sunderland face competition from Spanish side Celta Vigo .


By . Simon Jones for the Daily Mail . West Ham have asked about taking Corinthians striker Paolo Guerrero on loan with a view to a permanent deal. Guerrero, 30, is a Peru international who has scored 19 goals in 49 appearances for his country. He has spent much of his playing career in Germany with a four-year spell at Bayern Munich, followed by six years with Hamburg. Target: Corinthians and former Hamburg striker Paolo Guerrero is the subject of interest from West Ham . Guerrero was fined by Hamburg in 2010 for throwing a plastic bottle at a fan. The Hammers have also revived interest in Boca Juniors left-back Emanuel Insua, 23. On the radar: West Ham have also renewed their interest in Boca Juniors defender Emanuel Insua (centre) VIDEO Poor finishing cost us - Allardyce .

Summary: The Hammers have asked to take Guerrero on loan with view to a permanent deal . Guerrero has spent much of his career in Germany at Bayern Munich and Hamburg . West Ham have also revived interest in Boca Juniors defender Emanuel Insua .


By . Simon Jones . West Brom are waiting for Australia left-back Jason Davidson and his former Dutch club Heracles Almelo to sort out a contract wrangle before they continue their pursuit of the 23-year-old. It had been thought that Davidson was available on a free after his contract with the Eredivise club expired. Dispute: Davidson (right) is in an argument with his club about his contract . Socceroo: The defender looks likely to join West Brom but the club are waiting for him to settle his issue . But Heracles believe that the Australian international is still their player, which would require West Brom to pay a transfer fee. The full-back started every game for the Socceroos during the World Cup in Brazil, and made 30 appearances in the Dutch top flight last season.

Summary: Baggies thought they could sign Davidson on a free . Heracles Almelo believe he is still under contract with them . Davidson started all three Australia games at the World Cup .


By . Martin Jay . PUBLISHED: . 11:48 EST, 6 May 2013 . | . UPDATED: . 11:48 EST, 6 May 2013 . Three female bears mauled each other to death during a fight for the affections of a male bear at an Egyptian zoo. American black bears Lolo, Farah and Nabila died on Saturday night as they competed over a male called Hani, a month before the start of the usual mating season. The American black bears fought to the death at Giza zoo in western Cairo (file photo) Staff at Giza zoo in western Cairo unleashed water cannons on the warring females but could not separate them. The next day, Hani took up with another female, Nevine, reported Ahram. Giza Zoo issued a statement mourning the loss of the three bears, aged four, 11 and 13. The zoo still has four American black bears, it said.

Summary: Lolo, Farah and Nabila died on Saturday at Giza zoo . The American black bears were fighting over Hani . The next day, Hani found another female to mate with .


Inter Milan have expressed an interest in Cardiff City midfielder Gary Medel. The tough tackling middleman has impressed for Chile at the World Cup, with his nation going close to knocking out hosts Brazil after already defeating world champions Spain. And Inter Milan believe they can tempt him to Italy after Cardiff were relegated from the Premier League last season. Close: Medel and Chile narrowly lost out to Neymar's Brazil on penalties in Belo Horizonte . Medel was a record £11million signing for Cardiff on promotion to the Premier League, signing a four-year deal, and after a decent season in the top flight he has plenty of potential suitors. Cardiff are thought to have knocked back a loan bid from Valencia, while Besiktas are also keen. Available: Cardiff's relegation has led to Medel becoming a target for Inter Milan in Serie A .

Summary: Gary Medel has been on international duty with surprise package Chile . Cardiff's relegation means they could sell the midfielder . Inter Milan are interested in the midfielder and believe they can tempt him to Serie A .


Manchester City are finalising a £3million move for Argentine midfielder Bruno Zuculini of Racing. The 21-year-old is in England for his medical. City are allowing Marcos Lopes, 18, to join Lille on loan for a season. City will also increase their efforts to sign Eliaquim Mangala from Porto even though Mehdi Benatia has made it clear he wants to leave Roma. Hello: Bruno Zuculini has his medical in Manchester ahead of joining the Premier League champions . Raring to go: Zuculini is signing for Manchester City from Racing . City consider Benatia an alternative to France defender Mangala although both have expressed a preference to join Chelsea. Alvaro Negredo remains a target for Atletico Madrid who are convinced the player wants to leave City. Target: Man City are also closing in on France defender Eliaquim Mangala (right) VIDEO City celebrate Premier League triumph .

Summary: Zuculini on the verge of transfer to Manchester City . Argentine has flow to Manchester to undergo medical . Marcos Lopez has been allowed to join Lille on season-long loan .


By . Associated Press . PUBLISHED: . 13:21 EST, 17 March 2014 . | . UPDATED: . 14:42 EST, 17 March 2014 . A Chevrolet Traverse LS, one of the 1.2 million SUVs GM is recalling over an air bag issue . A Chevrolet Express van, one of the more than 300,000 vans under a GM recall over faulty material on the instrument panel .

Summary: Almost 1.2 million SUVs have problem where air bags and seat belt pretensioners might not deploy . More 300,000 vans have problem with defective material on the instrument panel . GM to spend about $300 million on this newest recall and another one impacting 1.6 million small cars that was previously disclosed .


U.S. Supreme Court Justice . Ruth Bader Ginsburg on Wednesday underwent a heart procedure at . a Washington hospital after reporting discomfort following . routine exercise, a court statement said. Ginsburg, 81, was resting comfortably after having a stent . placed in her right coronary artery and is expected to be . discharged from MedStar Washington Hospital Center within 48 . hours, the statement said. U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg (pictured) has had a heart procedure . She reported discomfort after routine . exercise on Tuesday night, according to the court statement. Ginsburg, the oldest member of the nine-justice court, has . previously survived serious bouts with cancer in 1999 and 2009. Ginsburg, who was appointed by President Bill Clinton in . 1993, has resisted calls from liberal activists that she should . retire from the bench before President Barack Obama leaves . office in early 2017.

Summary: Ginsburg had a stent placed in her right coronary artery . She has previously survived serious bouts with cancer in 1999 and 2009 . She has resisted calls that she should retire .


By . Simon Jones . Newcastle are closing on a £6million deal for Monaco striker Emmanuel Riviere ahead of competition from West Bromwich Albion. They also hope to conclude the £9.5m transfer of Montpellier midfielder Remy Cabella but have had a £4m offer rejected for Feyenoord defender Daryl Janmaat. Target: Emmanuel Riviere is expected to move to Newcastle from Monaco . Riviere, 24, has represented France at all levels but is yet to be capped for the full side. The powerful striker has scored 45 times and assisted a further 30 in 158 Ligue appearances. Gallic flair: Montpellier midfielder Remy Cabella is another player high on Newcastle's shopping list . Not happening: Newcastle's bid for Feyenoord and Holland defender Daryl Janmaat was rejected .

Summary: Newcastle hope to sign Emmanuel Riviere from Monaco for £6million . West Brom also interested in deal for French striker . Alan Pardew's side keen to tie up move for Remy Cabella soon . Newcastle have bid rejected for Feyenoord defender Daryl Janmaat .


By . Simon Jones . Swansea and Sunderland have joined Newcastle and West Ham in the pursuit of Bafetimbi Gomis. The 28-year-old Lyon striker is out of contract next month and is attracting attention after scoring 70 goals in 186 games. Wanted man: Swansea and Sunderland have joined Newcastle and West Ham in the race to sign Lyon striker Bafetimbo Gomis . Swansea are looking at possible replacements for Wilfried Bony and Liverpool, Everton and Arsenal are among those to have made enquiries. Sunderland want to carry out a complete overhaul while Newcastle and West Ham are considering Gomis and the likes of Pierre-Michel Lasogga from Hertha Berlin. On the move? Liverpool, Arsenal and Everton are all interested in Swansea striker Wilfried Bony . Loan star: Hertha Berlin striker Pierre-Michel Lasogga, who played for Hamburg last season, is being considered by Newcastle and West Ham .

Summary: Sunderland and Swansea join race to sign Lyon striker Bafetimboi Gomis . West Ham and Newcastle also keen on 28-year-old frontman . Arsenal, Everton and Liverpool all interested in Swansea's Wilfried Bony . Newcastle and West Ham considering move for Hertha Berlin striker Pierre-Michel Lasogga .


By . Simon Jones . Swansea say they want £45million for Wilfried Bony, Michel Vorm and Ben Davies who have attracted interest from Tottenham and Liverpool. Tottenham have opened talks over Davies but Swansea value him at £12m. Striker Bony is now rated at £25m and Vorm around £8m. Price tag: Wilfried Bony is valued at £25million by his club Swansea . Warmer: Michel Vorm is currently at the World Cup with Holland . Valued: Ben Davies has also been linked with a move away . Vorm is currently still at the World Cup with Holland, where he is backup to first-choice Jasper Cilllesen. Bony, however, has already returned home after his two goals in three games could not prevent Ivory Coast's unfortunate group stage exit. Davies, meanwhile, has been enjoying his summer off after Wales' failure to qualify.

Summary: Bony is valued at £25m by Swansea, with Davies at £12m and Vorm at £8m . The trio have attracted interest from the likes of Spurs and Liverpool . Vorm still at the World Cup with Holland, whereas Ivory Coast forward Bony has returned home after their group stage exit .


By . Laura Silver for MailOnline . Sworn enemies tend to fight like cats and dogs. The two popular pets are notorious for their mutual dislike. But Gertrude the pitbull and Earnestine the tabby are far more interested in cuddling like cat and dog in this adorable video. Sadly there's no room for the owner in this relationship and he lurks in the background as the two friends groom each other. Having won the feline's affection, the pitbull sits calmly on the sofa and sets aside his instincts to chase the cat. Cats are known to groom their human companions as a sign of affection, but this owner doesn't look like he's getting a share of the love any time soon. Earnestine the kitten and Gertrude the pitbull display unusually friendly behaviour between a cat and dog .

Summary: Animal kingdom adversaries have a cuddle in this cute video . Infamously fierce pitbull melts as the kitten strokes and then licks his nose . Owner looks left out as Gerturde and Earnestine become best mates .


Manchester United midfielder Nick Powell is in discussions over a loan move to Bolton. The 20-year-old has failed to make an impression this season on loan at Leicester City, who will cut short the deal. VIDEO Scroll down to watch Powell score a Scholes-esque goal in England U21 training . Nick Powell, seen here playing for Manchester United, could be set to join Bolton Wanderers on loan . Powell had previously enjoyed a profitable loan spell at Wigan, playing in the Europa League . Powell has made four appearances this season, including one for United in their Capital One Cup defeat to MK Dons, and Louis van Gaal wants him to have more game time. Bolton boss Neil Lennon wants Powell to provide the legs for veterans Emile Heskey and Eidur Gudjohnsen, and cover for the injured Max Clayton.

Summary: Nick Powell is in discussions to join Bolton Wanderers on loan . The Man United midfielder, 20, has struggled at Leicester City this season . The Foxes are set to cut short his loan deal . Louis van Gaal is keen for Powell to enjoy some more game time .


Newcastle defender Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa has agreed to join Marseille on loan with an option to make the deal permanent. The Magpies are poised to give it the go-ahead although they have Mike Williamson suspended while Roma have an interest in Davide Santon. Meanwhile, Newcastle remain keen on Pardew remain keen on QPR's Loic Remy and Alexandre Lacazette of Lyon. On the move: Newcastle defender Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa (centre) is a target for French club Marseille .

Summary: Newcastle centre back Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa agrees move to Marseille . Defender set to join Ligue 1 club on loan with a view to permanent move . Magpies remain interested in Loic Remy and Alexandre Lacazette .