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Manchester United beat Premier League champions Leicester City 3-0

Manchester United beat Premier League champions Leicester City 3-0

Manchester United beat Premier League champions Leicester City 3-0 away from home on 5 February, leaving Leicester still searching for their first league win in 2017. United scored twice within two minutes – to take the came out of Leicesters grasp who never looked like scoring, only registering one shot on target for the entire game. Feb 6, 2017
Alastair Cook steps down as England Test cricket captain

Alastair Cook steps down as England Test cricket captain

Alastair Cook has stepped down as England cricket captain. The opening batsman led the national team a record 59 times, winning two Ashes series and becoming Englands record run scorer in Test matches during his tenure. Feb 6, 2017
Thousands of Romanians continue to protest despite corruption decree repeal

Thousands of Romanians continue to protest despite corruption decree repeal

More than 100,000 protesters filled Bucharests Victoria Square demanding the governments resignation on 5 February. Demonstrations against high-level corruption entered their sixth day in a row, despite the government repealing a decree decriminalising some graft offences. Initial news of the decrees approval, which would have led to dozens of politicians being shielded from prosecution for corruption, triggered the biggest public protests in Romania since 1989, when the Communist regime of Nicolae Ceausescu collapsed. Feb 6, 2017
Fare dodger takes running kick at rail staff over £2.20 ticket

Fare dodger takes running kick at rail staff over £2.20 ticket

Elliot Nash, 32, has been imprisoned for verbally abusing and physically assaulting rail staff, all because he didnt want to pay a £2 fare. He told London Midland revenue protection managers to f**k off” and that he was not going to buy a ticket, before threatening to knock them out on the journey between Kings Norton and Northfield on 11 November 2016. The shocking rant, caught on one of the manager’s body worn video, then turned violent when Nash pushed and kicked one of her colleagues.Police were called and officers identified Nash from the footage, arresting him at his Northfield home just two hours later. He was later charged with common assault and two public order offences against both staff and members of the public. Nash, of Chatham Road, pleaded guilty and on 19 January he was jailed for 15 weeks at Birmingham Magistrates’ Court.Despite the overwhelming evidence against him, Nash had the audacity to deny the offences initially, only changing his plea when the case went to trial. Feb 6, 2017
Metropolitan Police launch #GiveUpYourGun campaign

Metropolitan Police launch #GiveUpYourGun campaign

Police are asking Londoners to hand in firearms and imitation weapons during a two-week firearms surrender campaign, launched by the Metropolitan Police Service this Monday, 23 November. The surrender will run between 07:00 hours on 23 November and 23:00 hours on Sunday, 6 December and will give Londoners the opportunity to safely dispose of firearms, imitation weapons or ammunition, by taking them to a local 24-hour police station and handing them in. During this two-week period, people surrendering firearms may not face prosecution for illegal possession and can remain anonymous. Each live weapon handed in will be assessed by firearms officers, with some weapons being forensically checked for evidence. Feb 6, 2017
New England Patriots win Super Bowl 51 with historic comeback

New England Patriots win Super Bowl 51 with historic comeback

The New England Patriots pulled off the greatest comeback in Super Bowl history with a stunning overtime victory over the Atlanta Falcons on 5 February. For Tom Brady, the 34-28 win earned him Super Bowl MVP honors for an unprecedented fourth time, a quarterback-record fifth NFL title. Feb 6, 2017
China: Fire in foot massage parlour kills at least 18

China: Fire in foot massage parlour kills at least 18

A massive fire broke out in Chinas eastern Zheijang province killing at least 18 people. The cause of the fire is unclear as authorities are still investigating the incident. Fire safety measures are said to be routinely ignored in China, with exit doors locked and escape passages blocked in buildings. Feb 6, 2017
Avalanches kill more than 100 in Afghanistan and Pakistan

Avalanches kill more than 100 in Afghanistan and Pakistan

The death toll has risen to more than 100 after heavy snowstorms triggered avalanches in parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan over the weekend. Most of the key highways in Afghanistan have been closed due to severe weather conditions. Meanwhile, At least 13 people were also killed in an avalanche in Pakistan’s Chitral district, with many more still missing. Feb 6, 2017
William, Kate and Harry compete in relay race for mental health campaign

William, Kate and Harry compete in relay race for mental health campaign

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry put on their running shoes today. The Royals took part in a training relay race at Londons Olympic Park. They were joined by world-record runner Paula Radcliffe and British 400m record holder Iwan Thomas.The Heads Together training day was part of a campaign to promote mental well-being. It was the first event held at the new London Marathon Community Track. Feb 5, 2017
Turkey detains 400 Islamic State suspects in nationwide raids

Turkey detains 400 Islamic State suspects in nationwide raids

Turkish police have reportedly detained 400 suspected members of Islamic State. Raids across the country led to arrests of Turkish nationals and foreigners. They allegedly included terrorists suspected of planning attacks. Hundreds of people were killed in terror attacks in Turkey in 2016. Turkish officials claim at least 780 people, including 350 foreigners, are currently in detention. Feb 5, 2017
NFL fans gather ahead of Super Bowl 51 kick-off

NFL fans gather ahead of Super Bowl 51 kick-off

Excited NFL fans are gathering in Houston ahead of Super Bowl LI, having paid thousands of dollars to attend the match. The showdown between the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons will start on 5 February at 23:30GMT. More than 110 million Americans are expected to watch the Super Bowl and the game will be broadcast in 170 countries. Feb 5, 2017
Trumps travel ban sparks global protests

Trumps travel ban sparks global protests

People all over the world have protested US President Donald Trump’s travel ban. Trump has banned people from seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the US.In Hong Kong, dozens of people protested the order outside the US consulate.In Sydney and across Australia thousands united against the ban. In London thousands more marched from the US Embassy to Downing Street. Many more also protested in Paris, Berlin and Jakarta. Feb 5, 2017
Super Bowl 51: What you need to know

Super Bowl 51: What you need to know

Super Bowl LI will be played between the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons. The 51st Super Bowl will be played on 5 February at 23:30GMT.The game is being held in Houston, the home of the Houston Texans, which has held one Super Bowl before. Feb 4, 2017
Protesters gather in London to fight against Trump immigration order

Protesters gather in London to fight against Trump immigration order

Thousands of protesters gathered outside the US embassy in London to protest against Trump’s anti-Muslim travel ban. The march was organised by the Stop the War Coalition, Stand up to Racism and others.The protesters also spoke out against Prime Minister Theresa May’s support for Trump. The group then marched from Grosvenor Square to Downing Street. Feb 4, 2017
Sick whale with 30 plastic bags in stomach found in Norway

Sick whale with 30 plastic bags in stomach found in Norway

A beached Cuviers beaked whale in Norway died with 30 plastic bags in its stomach. An autopsy showed the whale’s intestinal system to be completely empty - suggesting starvation.Attempts were made to chase the whale back into the sea when it beached but it had to be shot after all attempts failed. Plastic bags from several countries were found in its stomach. Scientists say the animal was in severe pain. Plastic pollution of the oceans kills thousands of marine animals every year. Feb 4, 2017
David Cameron tells Arnold Schwarzenegger: Ill be back

David Cameron tells Arnold Schwarzenegger: Ill be back

The former UK prime minister David Cameron made an appearance on ex-California governor Arnold Schwarzeneggers Snapchat page. They had appeared together at an event at the University of Southern California on 2 February. Cameron stepped down as prime minister in September 2016 after the EU referendum resulted in a pro-Brexit decision. Feb 4, 2017
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