The proposals request that Iran must “commit never to pursue nuclear weapons”, pledge to dismantle nuclear facilities and hand over the enriched amounts of uranium it possesses to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the UN nuclear watchdog, which is to monitor the issue going forward.

The co-ord would look great on a summer day.

Styling nice looks in the spring and summer can be quite difficult when you want to be comfortable in hotter weather. Co-ords are great to have in your wardrobe when you are struggling to style a chic outfit.

Tesco F&F has some good options in terms of its co-ords including the F&F Edit Pure Cotton Embroidered Sleeveless Co-ord Top in Multi Red. It can be worn with the matching F&F Edit Pure Cotton Embroidered Co-ord Mini Skirt in Multi Red.

Both items have “stylish embroidered detailing” on the front and is a “pretty choice” to add to your wardrobe, according to the retailer.

The top and skirt can easily be paired with other items you already have to create multiple outfits. The top costs £19.50 and the skirt is being sold for £22.50 with Clubcard members being able to get 25% off the pieces.

The co-ord was shared in a post on the Tesco F&F Instagram page, which currently has 887K followers. The post was captioned: “A Spring icon. A matching co-ord with delicate embroidered detail. Blouse £19.50. Skirt £22.50.”

If you want to get your hands on either the top or the skirt in time for spring and summer, you can go to the Tesco website to browse all of its clothes. You can also go in person to a Tesco store with a clothing department.

If this set is not quite in line with your style, Boden has some choices for the new season. There is this Square Neck Strap Waistcoat that comes in a trendy spotty pattern and can be worn with either the matching skirt or shorts. There is this also Sofia Broderie Shell Top, which has a similar embroidered pattern.

New Look also has plenty of pieces in stock that would be perfect for summer. There is this stylish Dark Red Fringe Hem Cotton Rich Midi Skirt, which can be paired with the Dark Red Fringed Hem Cotton Rich Vest, or this Brown Cactus Print Bandeau Beach Top that might be a good choice for on holiday.

Khloe Kardashian, Amelia Dimoldenberg and Rochelle Humes are just three celebrities who have their hair styled by Jay Birmingham.

But his first client was 11.5 inches tall and made entirely from plastic. “As a child, I would steal my cousin’s Barbie dolls all the time. I’d take them home and I’d be plaiting the hair and brushing and combing it,” he says.

His passion for hair continued through his teenage years in Sutton Coldfield near Birmingham, where he undertook a Saturday job in a hair salon: “I wasn’t earning any money and I wasn’t even doing anyone’s hair, just washing it. But I loved the hustle and bustle and that’s kind of where it started.”

Although Barbie dolls and salon basins have been traded in for Los Angeles and red carpets, Birmingham remains humble and friendly. When we meet, he embraces me like an old friend and asks how I’ve been.

Hair tools to make your life easier

Although Birmingham grew up using “old school heated rollers, a loud, robust, heavy hairdryer [and a] really small plastic brush”, he is now a brand ambassador for Shark Beauty, and was previously the same for Beauty Works.

So it’s unsurprising that when I ask about his favourite hair tools, he lists the Shark Glam, a multi-styler that dries, straightens, curls and styles and the Shark SilkiPro Straight, an air straightener that can be used on wet and dry hair.

He recommends using hot brushes with “really good bristles on them” for optimum tension and hold, along with some flat clips. “Even if you’re doing a lifted fringe or a flat, sleek look, the flat clips are really good to help hold the style in place.”

Joining an international team of scientists, the university has uncovered the earliest genetic evidence of domestic dogs to date, with new research revealing that our furry friends were trotting alongside us at least 14,000 years ago – at the end of the last Ice Age.

The study analysed ancient DNA from animal remains found at archaeological sites in Gough’s Cave, Somerset and Pınarbaşı in Turkey.

It confirmed that bones recovered from the sites belonged to early domesticated dogs, pushing backing previous evidence by 5,000 years.

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Speaking about this, Lizzie Hodgson, PhD student from the University of York’s Department of Archaeology, said: “A key finding came from Pınarbaşı, where the data showed that domestic dogs consumed a diet rich in fish, closely matching that of local humans.

“It is unlikely dogs were catching significant amounts of fish themselves, suggesting they were being actively fed by people.”

Previous studies had relied on small DNA fragments and skeletal measurements, making it difficult to differentiate between dogs and wolves.

In this latest study, researchers were able to reconstruct entire genomes from remains more than 10,000 years old, comparing them with over 1,000 modern and ancient canids.

The results show that dogs were already widespread across Europe and western Asia at least 14,000 years ago.

Further studies by the University of York conducted an analysis of the diets of humans, wolves and dogs by measuring chemical signatures in bone collagen. Their findings suggest a strong bond between humans and dogs during the Ice Age.

Additional samples from sites in Germany, Italy, and Switzerland show that early dogs were already widespread across Europe, and genetic analysis suggests they were more closely related to modern European and Middle Eastern breeds than to Arctic dogs.

This indicates major dog lineages may have already begun to form around 15,000 years ago.

Researchers also examined how humans may have interacted with early dogs. Evidence of burial sites points to potential emotional or cultural significance, but the exact roles of these dogs remains unclear.

One particularly important discovery – dated around 15,000 years ago – was a dog jawbone, now considered to be from the earliest known domesticated dog in the UK.

Dr Sophy Charlton, from the University of York’s Department of Archaeology, said: “This study reveals the beginnings of a human and canine bond that continues to this day.

“It’s a narrative that began towards the end of the Ice Age but was foundational to many of the modern breeds we see today.”

The brighter weather and longer days have inspired a slew of nail looks to bookmark for your next salon appointment, according to Cosmetify. The beauty expert analysed Pinterest data over the last three months and has tipped certain looks as the ones to watch for spring 2026. Strawberry matcha nails, cat eyes, pastel florals and fruit-inspired nails topped the list, with striped patterns, polka dots, and milky pink almond-shaped nails all making the top ten too.

National Highways says restrictions will be in place on the northbound carriageway close to Exelby Services, near Ingleby Arncliffe, from Monday 13 April for up to four days.

The work, which is due to start at 9.30am each day, is aimed at allowing cabling to be installed safely on a stretch of the trunk road.

Between 9.30am and 3.30pm, a 50mph limit will apply on the A19 northbound from a point around 1.3km south of Exelby Services to a point 100 metres south of the site, a distance of about 1.2km.

A lower 40mph limit will then operate from 100 metres south of the services to 250 metres north, covering a further 450 metres of carriageway.

Signs will be in place to show where the reduced limits begin and end, and the measures will not apply to emergency services, military vehicles, winter maintenance vehicles, or traffic officers on duty.

• For more notices affecting YOUR area, visit our Public Notice Portal – Public Notices from The Northern Echo ( publicnoticeportal.uk ).

The legal order comes into force on April 12 and can remain in place for up to 18 months, although the work itself is only expected to last for the four scheduled days.

Anyone wanting more information is advised to contact National Highways, quoting the scheme near Exelby Services on the A19.

Enquiries can be made through the company’s customer contact centre on 0300 123 5000 or by emailing info@nationalhighways.co.uk .

Sheridan Smith will star in ITV’s new six-episode thriller Two Birds, which is set in Australia

Viewers have expressed their excitement after ITV unveiled an “exhilarating mystery thriller” featuring Sheridan Smith.

Filmed on location in Australia, the six-part series Two Birds follows British Police Constable Izzie Cornwell (Sheridan), who relocates to the small fictional town of Dugdale following her recent bereavement, seeking a fresh beginning, reports the Mirror.

Her aim is to reconnect with her sister and restore her relationship with her 20-year-old daughter, who has been troubled by her mother’s recent destructive behaviour. However, she finds herself “tangled in murder, secrets, and a dangerous family”.

Gavin and Stacey star Sheridan said she was “thrilled to be playing the irresistibly complex Izzie Cornwell”. She described it as “a dream role for me, as Izzie, through no fault of her own, becomes embroiled in a web of secrets and lies”.

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Viewers were also delighted by ITV’s announcement, flooding social media with messages declaring they were “so excited”. “Sounds amazing,” remarked one person, while another praised the “legendary” cast.

“Best news ever!” one Instagram user wrote, with another forecasting: “This should be great.”

“Fab news,” a further fan commented. “Look forward to watching Sheridan,” another person said.

“I am so excited for this,” one viewer shared, while another observed: “This looks like this will be good. Sheridan Smith is a fantastic actress, whatever she does is amazing. Stephen Peacocke is a great actor too so I can’t wait to watch.”

ITV has released a summary for the series, which reveals that upon relocating to the isolated mining town, Izzie is tasked with probing a murder case alongside her new superior Matt (Stephen Peacocke).

Things ramp up when it’s discovered that the victim is connected to a notorious local crime family headed by the formidable Mrs Baxter (Judy Davis).

“Determined to protect her family and uncover the truth, Mrs Baxter exerts fierce pressure on the case,” it goes on.

“But the night before Izzie joins the case, one reckless last hurrah goes disastrously wrong and a split-second decision results in consequences Izzie can’t undo, forcing her into a secret she must do everything to contain.”

Two Birds will air on ITV and STV and will stream on ITVX and STV Player.

Seattle could regain an NBA team after the league’s board of governors voted to explore adding two expansion franchises, with Las Vegas the other potential location.

The Seattle Supersonics competed in the NBA from 1967 to 2008 before being relocated to Oklahoma City and renamed the Thunder after the franchise was bought by an Oklahoma-based group in 2006.

If the expansion is approved, it would increase the number of NBA teams from 30 to 32.

Las Vegas has not previously had an NBA team, but has two teams in the four major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada.

NHL side the Vegas Golden Knights were founded in the Nevada city as an expansion franchise in 2017, while the NFL’s Raiders moved there from Oakland in 2020.

MLB team the Athletics, previously based in Oakland and currently playing in Sacramento, will move to Las Vegas from the 2028 season.

Seattle hosts teams in three of the four major leagues – reigning NFL Super Bowl champions the Seahawks, MLB’s the Mariners and the NHL’s Kraken.

Six other Derry men are on trial on charges including rioting and throwing petrol bombs

Three men accused of the murder of Lyra McKee have been linked to the scene by clothing and physical features, a court has heard.

The 29-year-old died after being hit by a bullet as she stood close to police vehicles while observing rioting in the Creggan area of Derry on April 18 2019. The New IRA claimed responsibility for the death.

Three men from Derry – Peter Cavanagh, 37, of Mary Street, Jordan Gareth Devine, 25, of Bishop Street, and Paul McIntyre, 58, of Kells Walk – have been charged with her murder.

They are also facing other charges connected to the shooting and the rioting.

Six other Derry men are on trial on charges including rioting and throwing petrol bombs.

They are: Joseph Patrick Barr, 37, of Sandringham Drive, Jude Forest Coffey, 28, of Gartan Square, Joseph Anthony Campbell, 25, of Gosheden Cottages, Patrick Anthony Gallagher, 33, of John Field Place, Christopher Joseph Gillen, 45, of Balbane Pass, and Kieran George McCool, 57, of Ballymagowan Gardens.

Another man accused of rioting and throwing petrol bombs on the night of the murder died during trial proceedings last year.

The trial opened in May 2024. In February, Judge Patricia Smyth rejected a defence application that there was no case to answer.

Proceedings resumed at Belfast Crown Court on Wednesday morning when defendants filled the dock as the prosecution summed up their case against them.

Ms McKee’s sister Nichola was among those in the public gallery watching on.

Prosecuting barrister David McDowell KC said forensic image analyst Andrew Wooller identified 19 individuals by height, build, clothing and trainers who appeared to be involved in the disorder.

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He said Cavanagh, Devine and McIntyre, as well as Campbell and Gillen, can be linked to the scene on April 18 by an analysis of imagery gathered, which includes footage filmed by an MTV crew on the day of the shooting.

Mr McDowell also contended that those involved in rioting in the area on April 16 and 18 “displayed forensic awareness” by burning clothing.

He noted a number of missing items of clothing associated with defendants that were not discovered during searches, nor have been produced since, suggesting, he added, that they had been “deliberately disposed of”.

He described this as an “important strand in this case”.

The trial continues.

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Ahmed Ali Alid, 47, is accused of the attempted murder of Roderic Vassie in an incident at HMP Full Sutton on August 8 last year.

Westminster Magistrates Court heard Alid, a Moroccan national, is accused of having a knife and using it to “slice” the top of Mr Vassie’s head before attempting to stab him five times.

Alid is also accused of inflicting actual bodily harm on prison guard Sarah Mitchell on October 21 last year, after he had been moved to HMP Wakefield.

Alid, who was charged following a Counter Terrorism Policing North East investigation, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday to face the charges for the first time.

Deputy Chief Magistrate Tan Ikram sent the case to the Old Bailey for a hearing on April 17.

Alid, from Hartlepool, did not indicate any pleas to the charges of attempted murder, assault occasioning actual bodily harm and possession of an offensive weapon in a prison.

“The defendant was a serving prisoner at HMP Full Sutton,” set out prosecutor Sally-Anne Russell.

“The first incident is that, on August 8, he attacked the imam in the prison using a sharp weapon.”

She said it is alleged Alid “sliced the top of his head with the weapon and then attempted to stab him a further five times to the head and neck area”.

Ms Russell said the alleged attack on Ms Mitchell happened when she opened his cell door at HMP Wakefield.

Alid appeared for the court hearing on a videolink from HMP Wakefield and he remains in custody.