Jackdaw dies from 'horrendous' injuries after being caught in illegal springer trap in Airdrie

A man is due to appear in court charged with rape and murder after the body of a young woman was found at a house near Manchester. Emergency services were called to the property in Ashton-under-Lyne on Thursday where they found 26-year-old Elizabeth McCann dead.

West Ham are reportedly in talks to sign former Manchester United starlet Adnan Januzaj on a free transfer.The Belgian winger is currently without a club after being released by Real Sociedad at the end of last season and Hammers boss David Moyes, who worked with Januzaj at both United and Sunderland, is keen on a reunion.According to talkSPORT, West Ham have opened negotiations with Januzaj's representatives and are believed to be confident of sealing a deal, especially as they're under no time constraints due to the player's free agent status.READ MORE: West Ham's improved Lucas Paqueta bid could reach £48m with 'deal much closer'Moyes handed Januzaj his professional debut back in 2013 during his sorry sole season at Old Trafford. The youngster was a mainstay in United's struggling side, but saw his game time slashed after Moyes was relieved of his duties.The pair linked up again when Januzaj was loaned to Sunderland during the 2016/17 season, but by then his confidence was on the floor having spent the previous couple of years warming the United bench.All of that changed when he joined Real Sociedad the following season though.

Former Napoli youth player Giovanni Padovani allegedly beat his ex-girlfriend to death with a hammer and a baseball bat after leaving his team's training sessions citing 'personal reasons', a court heard.The Italian player is currently on trial on suspicion of attacking and murdering his former partner Alessandra Matteuzzi. Prosecutors have said Padovani attacked her in the lobby of her apartment after flying to Bologna to confront her.Padovani had previously been a youth player within Napoli’s academy, but has been a journeyman player, flitting between clubs in Serie C and Serie D.

Camilla Arfwedson has revealed she's pregnant with her first child with husband Jack Hawkins.The 40 year old actress, who is well known for starring as Zosia March in Holby City, took to her Instagram feed to announce the news to her 39,800 followers with a snap of herself cradling her blossoming baby bump. Wearing a navy midi dress with a plunging neckline, the star styled her brunette mane up into a bun with a scarf as she smiled for the camera.

Princess Diana was known for her love of cars and whilst other members of the Royal Family preferred to have a chauffeur, the people's princess enjoyed driving her own vehicle from time to time.Prince William has even previously shared that his mother Diana loved to sing while driving him and his brother Prince Harry.Speaking on Time to Walk for Apple Fitness+, he shared that one of the songs he remembered most was Tina Turner's The Best.Her unique car, which was driven by the Princess in the 1980s, is due to be auctioned on Saturday, August 27, at Silverstone racing circuit in Northamptonshire.But what car did the Princess drive and how much will it cost at auction?Here's everything you need to know.Princess Diana drove a one-of-a-kind black Ford Escort RS Turbo Series One.The vehicle belonged to the Princess between 1985 and 1988, and is one of 130 lots that will go on sale on Saturday.The car is thought to be the only example of the model made in black, according to Silverstone Auctions. The auctioneers told Reuters that the Royal Family's police guard asked for the vehicle to be painted black instead of the usual white "for discretion".

A Place in the Sun buyers were seen sobbing after they found a dream home for their family of 11 for just £186,000.Liverpool couple Karen and Peter appeared on the Channel 4 show try to find a dream holiday home where they can go off-grid in the Tarragona region of Catalonia, Spain.The married couple, assisted by presenter Danni Menzies, had a budget of £180k and wanted something for the whole family of 11 to enjoy.READ MORE: A Place in the Sun fans in hysterics at host Lee Juggurnauth's 'ridiculous' outfitThey explained how their daughters would like to run fitness and yoga workshops and they themselves wanted space to grow their own fruit and vegetables.The first property ticked plenty of boxes when they arrived – with four bedrooms, outside space, a pool, even ready-to-use solar panels installed.Before having a look around Peter said: "Let's put in an offer and go home."Once they had a look inside they didn't seem too keen, but still marked it down as a contender.The second house was also a potential, but property number three was the one that stood out, which was priced at £217k.As they took in the beautiful views surrounding the village of Freginals, Karen broke down in tears.She said: "Over the years thinking about being in the mountains and everything, I didn’t think I would end up getting upset..."Karen explained how the beauty of the house and the gorgeous mountains scenes made her shed a tear.Peter also said he was "bordering on speechless" over the property.In the end, the couple decided to put in an offer on property number three and secured their dream home for just £186k.For more of the latest showbiz news from Daily Star, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here.The episode, which aired last

Wendy Williams looked bright and cheery as she made a late night run in New York City earlier this week.The 58-year-old former talk show host wore short shorts and bared her belly in a tied up shirt as she headed to a convenience store.It came only days before her ex-financial manager, LaShawn Thomas, claimed the personality was 'left to die.' Upbeat: Wendy Williams looked bright and cheery as she made a late night run in New York City earlier this weekWilliams, who recently halted her long-running TV show, put on a leggy display in the shrunken denim shorts.They were cuffed at the hem and she added a gold chain belt for an embellished look as she showed off her long legs.  A bit of the New Jersey native's star tattoos were visible in the low-cut bottoms, which she teamed with a plunging black t-shirt.Wendy displayed her cleavage as she arranged the tee into a knot at the center, drawing focus to her midriff and cleavage.  Ahead of bombshell comments: It came only days before her ex-financial advisor Lori Schiller claimed the personality was 'left to die' and had to pay her bills with her American Express card after Wells Fargo refused her access to her bank accountsThe mom-of-one made a statement in a swipe of bright, hot pink lipstick that she matched to blush in a similar shade.It highlighted her dimpled cheeks, and she additionally made her eyes pop with dark liner and mascara.Williams, who made a name for herself in the 90s as a New York radio host, stacked multiple bangles and a watch on one wrist.She put on a glamorous display with her nails painted in a bold pink tone as she carried a large, green Gucci bag.  Accessories: Williams, who made a name for herself in the 90s as a New York radio host, stacked multiple

Charlotte Crosby has revealed she found a lump in her own body after her mum Letitia announced she was diagnosed with breast cancer. The 32 year old, who is expected her first child with boyfriend Jake Ankers, was shocked when her mum, 53, explained she had no symptoms or lumps when doctors told her. And the news, while difficult to swallow, made the pregnant TV star "so much more aware" of her own body, which led to the discovery of a lump in her breast.

Vicky Pattison has shown off her fabulous figure in a black swimsuit as she enjoys a sun-soaked trip to Corfu with finance Ercan Ramadan. The former Geordie Shore star, 34, said on social media: "This is one of my fave swimsuits...

A Bolton caterer says she has been 'amazed' with the reaction to her chicken tikka naan that has gone viral on social media. One photograph of the culinary creation has racked up hundreds of retweets and more than 13,000 likes on the 'Footy Scran' Twitter account.

Chloe Madeley has spoken about her baby daughter Bodhi's birth not quite going to plan and shared a cute picture of the newborn. The fitness fanatic, 35, the daughter of TV presenters Richard Madeley and Judy Finnigan, released a snap on social media of herself breastfeeding the child.

A brave Scots mum has vowed to create a legacy for her son after he passed away suddenly from complications of a rare and life-changing disease aged just 28. Jordan Crombie was diagnosed with Addison’s Disease three years ago after being plagued by a sudden onset of extreme tiredness which left him struggling to walk.

A Scots dad has "died of a broken heart" just eight weeks after the death of his beloved wife.

She recently deleted her Instagram account.But that hasn't stopped Britney Spears from interacting with her millions of fans, as evidenced by new content shared to Twitter.On Friday the 40-year-old pop star tweeted out an image of herself posing with nothing but a white towel placed on her lap.Hours later she reemerged in a video as she donned a red bikini. On Friday Britney Spears tweeted out an image of herself posing with nothing but a white towel placed on her lapIn the photo, Britney's famous blonde hair fell around her visage and over her chest with face-framing bangs.Light poured in from a large window behind her as she sat perched on the ledge of a bathtub.  She held her hands over her chest, protecting her modesty as one leg extended out of the frame and she bent the other inward.Friday evening she tweeted, 'BEST DAY EVER !!!' with a rose emoji as she shared a twelve-second clip soundtracked by Jay-Z's 2000 hit I Just Wanna Love U (Give It 2 Me).

BBC show in recent weeks, with Richard Blackwood, Lesley Joseph and Jimmy Bullard left in this week’s heats. After trying the contestants' final meals, John and Gregg reflected on the line up and ultimately decided Richard was the unlucky celeb to go. This comes after Richard admitted that his stint on Celebrity MasterChef gave him nightmares, as the actor would painstakingly toil over the hob, adding a pinch of salt here, a dash of sauce there.

Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd was left red-faced when he met former EastEnders actor Martin Kemp - after the pop idol failed to recognise him. Jack, 34, who plays David Platt in Corrie, posed for a snap with the Spandau Ballet legend, who was hosing an 80s night at Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire. But Martin, 60, a Celebrity Gogglebox favourite, failed to recognise Jack, who revealed the brief encounter on The Sofa Cinema Club podcast, which he hosts with Colson Smith and Ben Price.

Police Chief Raul Gonzalez confirmed the information at a news conference on Friday.READ MORE: Girl, 9, stabbed to death as police probe attack dubbed 'shocking' by localsThe temperature reached scorching heights after it climbed to 38C in Hidalgo County on Thursday, with a heat index, which is what temperature it feels like with humidity, of 40C.According to Chief Raul Gonzalez, the young boy was a relative of a campus staff member, Gonzalez.La Joya Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Gisela Saenz said the five-year-old, whose name was not released, was also a student in the South Texas district.At the press conference, Saenz said: "I want to assure parents and our community that our schools are safe.

claims of sex assault and misogyny. Personnel at RAF Scampton in Lincolnshire, including the RAF’s Aerobatic Team, attended “Unacceptable Behaviours and Active Bystander” training. The focus of the course, said to be delivered by the Special Investigations Branch earlier this year, was the “meaning of consent”, The Times reported.

Adam B. Vary Senior Entertainment Writer SPOILER ALERT: The final question in this interview includes a spoiler for the Season 3 finale of “The Boys.” “I love Boimler,” says “Star Trek: Lower Decks” star Jack Quaid of his adorably hapless character Brad Boimler. “I love him so much.” Quaid’s third season voicing the Starfleet ensign launched on Paramount+ on Thursday, but as Quaid and co-star Tawny Newsome (who voices Ens. Beckett Mariner) announced at San Diego Comic-Con in July, both actors will get to play the roles in live-action for the first time in a Season 2 episode of “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” in 2023. The actor explained to Variety how the episode was possible, why he’s proud of Boimler in Season 3 of “Lower Decks,” how his character on “The Boys” will react to the big reveal in the Season 3 finale and what he did for the cast of “The Boys” spinoff series “Gen V.”