“He was found very underweight and thirsty. He drank a whole bowl of water as soon as it was offered.”

A severely underweight German Shepard with a number of open wounds was discovered at a farm in Barrhead. The six-year-old male dog was discovered at Salterland Farm in the town on Thursday, April 9 and is now being treated at a vet clinic.

The Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA) said the pooch does have a microchip but the details are out of date. The charity has urged anyone who recognises the dog, or has any information at all, to come forward and they promise confidentiality.

Disturbing images show the badly neglected dog, with bones protruding on its ribcage and the wounds visible all over its body. A Scottish SPCA spokesperson said: “A Male German Shepherd was found on the 9th April in Salterland Farm area, G78.

“He does have a microchip but the details are out of date. He is 6 years old.

“He was found very underweight and thirsty. He drank a whole bowl of water as soon as it was offered.

“He has many open wounds and was previously taken to a private vet before coming into our care. He’s now being treated by our vet clinic.

“If you recognise this dog or can provide any information, please contact our confidential helpline 03000 999 999.”

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Paul Townend did not immediately realise the severity of Gold Dancer’s injury after the horse died with a broken back during the Grand National Meeting at Aintree on Friday.

Gold Dancer dragged his back legs through the final fence and landed awkwardly but went on to win the Mildmay Novices’ Chase by four lengths before collapsing.

Townend, who continued to whip Gold Dancer after his stumble on the last, eased the seven-year-old horse down to a trot after crossing the finishing line and quickly dismounted before screens were put up.

Shortly after, it was announced that Gold Dancer could not be saved, while Townend was the subject of a routine stewards’ enquiry following the horse’s death before it was confirmed that the jockey would not face punishment.

According to James Given, the British Horseracing Authority’s director of equine regulation, safety and equine welfare, Townend told the enquiry that Gold Dancer ‘felt normal’ after the stumble on the final fence and that there was ‘no indication’ that the horse had suffered a fatal injury.

‘What happened with the horse I’m sure everyone’s seen, he’s slipped on landing after the last, his hind quarters and legs went to the right-hand side but he popped up very quickly and then galloped away,’ Given told Racing TV.

‘I was in the enquiry when, correctly, the stewards were looking into what happened and I was able to watch the replay from the front and the back and the horse stayed as straight as an arrow, so there’s no indication at that point that there was anything amiss.

‘He [Townend] said all a jockey could do is go on how the horse feels and the horse felt normal to him. It was only when he crossed the finishing line, the finishing line is slightly immaterial here, it’s actually when he was turning left and was when going down from a canter to a trot, a canter is a smoother, rolling action to a trot, a more of a stumpy action, and only when that happened that he felt something change in the horse’s action that was amiss. He puled the horse straight up, dismounted and let the vets attend the horse.

‘The horse stayed, as I say, absolutely straight, he came up, there was no hanging, the hind feet were following exactly the front feet, it was a symmetric action, it wasn’t an asymmetric action, no quarters out to one side or another, it was only when that action changed from a canter down to a trot that the effects of that slip became apparent and the horse showed there was something gone amiss.’

Asked why Gold Dancer could not be saved, Given replied: ‘The horse had collapsed and was unable to rise and the working diagnosis at that point was a fracture to his sacroiliac, lumbar region and at that point there was no ability to recover the horse in that recumbent position.

‘It certainly is [a catastrophic fracture], he’s going to have a post-mortem so we will have an absolute diagnosis of what went wrong. But these are very experienced vets who have unfortunately seen other things like this who are dealing with him.

‘They were able to examine him and see neurological responses to his hind limbs and so on as to what had gone wrong and were then forced to make that decision.’

Meanwhile, Willie Mullins, who was Gold Dancer’s trainer, also defended Townend’s decision to carry on with the race.

‘It’s a big loss because he’s a horse we thought was improving all the time,’ Mullins said.

‘To give such an exhibition of jumping, to give his owner, give me, give Paul, all the people who backed him such a thrill, and then for that to happen after the line is unbelievable. Unbelievable.

‘I haven’t spoken to Paul about the stewards enquiry but he said to me that the horse galloped through the line fine and went down to a slow pace canter. Just as he was turning he went into a trot and that was the first he felt anything. He felt the horse was fine going through the winning post, pulling up in a canter. You have to turn the bend, he pulled on the rein to turn and next thing the horse lost his action. He’s assuming whatever happened, happened there.

‘Everyone has to gather their thoughts. I wanted the vets to go and look and see what they think. I’ll probably talk to them after the last race. What’s done is done. What’s happened has happened. I’m sure they’re looking to see what actually happened if they do an autopsy.

‘I would say Paul didn’t feel the horse had any damage and he galloped all the way to the line. That’s what you do when you’re a rider, like a forward going for goal, you keep going and kick the ball into the net if you can. It’s the same with a jockey. Unless they feel the horse’s action is really wrong, he’s not going to stop. If he stops, he’ll lose his licence and the punters will say ‘why did you pull him up?’

‘He didn’t feel anything was wrong. Horses make mistakes and people out running trip and get up and go on and run another 10 miles and only find out later that night they’ve pulled a muscle somewhere. It’s just life. We can’t legislate for everything. People go on with their daily lives and their daily sports. You do what you have to do. That’s the way I look at it. If Paul thought there was something wrong, he’d be the first man to pull it up.’

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A 20-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s San Francisco home.

The suspect also made threats at the company’s headquarters before he was arrested Friday, police and the company said.

Officers went to Altman’s home for a fire investigation shortly after 4 a.m. Friday, where someone had thrown an incendiary device, setting an exterior gate on fire, and then fled on foot, police said.

Less than an hour later, police were called to a business in a different part of town where a man had reportedly threatened to burn down the building.

Officers recognized the man as the same suspect and detained him, the police department posted on social media. Police haven’t publicly identified the man.

OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, released a statement confirming that the home belongs to Altman and that the threats were made at the company’s headquarters. No one was hurt in the incident, the company said, and OpenAI is assisting in the investigation.

Charges have not yet been filed and the police department did not immediately release additional details about the investigation.

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Samuel Tweddle was one of three people caught on CCTV chasing down Macauley Branighan but maintains that he was not responsible for inflicting the fatal injuries.

The 27-year-old was slashed with the weapon after he was “cornered and attacked” minutes after a chance meeting outside a shop.

Giving evidence in his defence, Tweddle said: “I was part of the chase but I didn’t know the chase was going to result in the death of someone or I wouldn’t have took part.”

Jurors heard how Mr Branighan was kicked, punched and slashed with a machete when he was cornered on Westerton Green, Stockton on October 12.

Under cross-examination by prosecuting barrister Simon Kealey KC, the defendant maintained he was not involved in using the machete on Mr Branighan.

Mr Kealey asked: “Can you think why witnesses would say that all of you were involved?” He replied: “I can’t, no.”

The barrister asked: “Isn’t it simply the truth that all three were involved in attacking Macauley?” He replied: “It isn’t, no.”

CSI, police and ambulance on Westerton Green, Hardwick, Stockton (Image: TERRY BLACKBURN)

The jury heard how a third, unknown person, was responsible for inflicting the machete wounds on Mr Branighan.

Mr Kealey asked Tweddle whether Mr Branighan was on the floor in a foetal position when he saw him on Westerton Green like he said in his defence statement.

Tweddle said: “He was just laid on the floor. I don’t know why I said he was curled up in a ball.”

He told the jury that he saw the third man riding away on his bike while tucking the machete back into his trousers.

Stephen Ward, 25, of Tithe Barn Road in Stockton, and 22-year-old Tweddle, of Kimblesworth Walk, both deny murder. Tweddle also denies possession of a machete.

Earlier in the trial, forensic pathologist Dr Jennifer Bolton told jurors Macaulay suffered five significant knife injuries, including two that went down to the bone, and suffered extensive blood loss as a result.

He died three days later after he suffered multiple organ failure and a brain injury resulting in cardiac arrest.

The trial continues.

Christopher Hindley died in Halliwell, at Byland Close, on April 9.

Greater Manchester Police have confirmed there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.

A police spokesperson said: “Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace the family of a man from Bolton.

“Anyone with information about Christopher’s next of kin and or family should contact the Police Coroner’s Office in Bolton on 0161 856 4687.”

Following their appeal, police are urging anyone who may know the next of kin or family of Christopher to get in touch.

Police are urging the public to share information

Two pedestrians were hit by a vehicle which mounted the pavement earlier this week. Now, police are urging the public to come forward with information to support their investigation.

On Monday, April 6, two pedestrians were hit by a vehicle shortly before midnight. The crash happened on Cotterstock Road in Oundle, Peterborough between 11.30pm and 11.45pm, when a vehicle mounted the pavement.

Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact Northamptonshire Police on 101 or alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

Please quote incident number 26000196747 when providing any information to make sure it gets to the right person as quickly as possible.

A balloon release was held in Eastbourne Park on Friday (April 10) evening in memory of Keiron Gorringe, 31, passed away after suffering a medical episode at the Spennymoor police custody suite in the early hours of April 1.

His family believe he should have been safest in the care of the police after he was arrested.

A crowd gathered in the park at 6pm to light flares and hold up banners calling for “Justice 4 Keiron”.

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

Speaking before the balloons were let off, his mum Louise Blakey and best friend Corinna Thompson, said: “We just want justice for Keiron and answers. This should never have happened, they have failed him and let him down.

“It has been nearly two weeks now and we still don’t have him back or any answers as to how he died.”

Durham Police said this week it had referred itself to the police watchdog the Independent Office of Police Conduct (IOPC) which said it was investigating and would “look at the circumstances around the man’s death, including the actions and decision-making of police.”

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. Mum Louise (left). (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

It came just weeks after the death of his brother Kane Quinn, 26, after a suicide attempt on Valentine’s Day, leaving their family heartbroken.

It is understood Keiron was pulled over while driving and then arrested for a court-issued warrant for failure to appear the previous week. His family say this was due to him struggling with the death of Kane.

An IOPC spokesperson added: “We are independently investigating after a 31-year-old man died while in the custody of Durham Constabulary.

Brothers Kane Quinn, 26, and Keiron Gorringe, 31 who died just over a month apart

“Following a referral from the force, IOPC investigators attended the scene and the police post-incident procedures to begin gathering evidence.

“At this stage, we have established the man was arrested by police in the early hours of April 1 and taken to the custody suite at Spennymoor.

“Shortly before 5am, the man appeared unwell in the cell and paramedics were called. The man sadly died at around 6.30am.

“Our investigation, which is independent of the police, will look at the circumstances around the man’s death, including the actions and decision-making of police.

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

“We have obtained initial statements from five officers and staff, and have secured body-worn video footage of the man’s arrest, as well as CCTV from the custody suite.

“Our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones, as well as all those affected by his death.”

Keiron’s mum Louise Blakey said he began to have seizures the Saturday before his death but doctors hadn’t been able to figure out why.

She said he seemed himself the day after Kane’s funeral on March 30, but it was that night he was arrested and later died.

Balloon release for Keiron Gorringe. (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

Kane, Louise and Keiron

Paying tribute to the brothers, the mum-of-nine added: “It is just a living nightmare.

“I don’t know how to feel or what to do as in a way it just doesn’t feel real.

“Kane was Keiron’s first best friend. Kane lost his dad at the age of three and Keiron became a real father figure to him.

“He definitely took Kane’s death the hardest, he just felt he had let him down and he couldn’t deal with it.

“He massively looked up to Keiron as a father figure and was so loved by so many. He kept everything to himself and was a massive loss. His funeral had a huge turn out and so many people were affected.

“Keiron was the life and soul of everyone’s party, he was loyal, respectful and always there for everyone.

“He had lost himself after Kane’s death as he partially blamed himself because he was the oldest and felt obliged to look after the full lot of us. He didn’t have any children but he always wanted one.

“He now won’t get the chance.”

Keiron’s funeral will be held on Thursday, April 30 at 12pm leaving from his mams family home on Lawrence Street at 11.20am then towards Darlington crematorium.

“To every survivor of every kind of violence, many of whom have not been able to tell their stories or who have not been believed, please know that you are not alone,” the Queen told a reception at St James’s Palace, in a speech seen as a thinly-veiled reference to Epstein’s victims.

Only one other hotel has achieved a 5-star rating in the past eight years

A Northern Irish resort has been named the best hotel in the UK by Which? Travel for 2026.

Which?, the UK’s ‘independent consumer champion’, is known for its expert reviews, advice and investigations and has rated a Co Fermanagh hotel a rare 5-star rating.

Lough Erne Resort has been named the “best-rated hotel over the past year”, praised for its exceptional quality, value and guest experience.

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The distinction places it among a very select group, as only one other hotel has achieved the top score from Which? Travel in the past eight years.

On their review criteria, Which? Travel said: “We do something a little differently when it comes to hotel reviews. Unlike most other UK travel magazines and newspaper travel sections, Which? Travel does not accept freebies.

“Regardless of the hotel we’re visiting, we book a standard double room online — just as you might — and never let on that we’re from Which? Magazine, even when we arrive for an undercover inspection. It’s all completely anonymous — no upgrades, sweet talk or special treatment.”

Set within the Fermanagh Lakelands, Lough Erne Resort was praised for delivering five-star luxury at outstanding value, with room rates noted at around £200 per night.

Which? Travel described it as “the best-value stay in the country”, highlighting the Resort’s spacious lakeview rooms, elegant interiors, spa facilities, locally sourced dining and its spectacular setting overlooking Erne Lough and the Nick Faldo Championship Golf Course.

Gareth Byrne, General Manager at Lough Erne Resort, said: “This is an incredible honour for everyone at Lough Erne Resort.

“What makes this recognition especially meaningful is that Which? Travel’s reviews are conducted anonymously and independently, reflecting the real experience our guests have when they stay with us.

“To be only the second hotel in eight years to receive a five-star rating from such a trusted consumer authority is truly special, and a wonderful testament to the dedication of our entire team.”

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