Title: The Visitors

A small, brown-skinned, wise-cracking guy in his mid-20s from Michigan, his name was Alex, and he kept the passengers on the funicular going up to Rio’s Christ The Redeemer statue royally entertained with stories of his adventures as one of the thousands of USA supporters who’d made the trip to Brazil for the World Cup.

After three years of pain and frustration, Darren Fletcher’s road to recovery finally appears to be nearing its end.

After three years of pain and frustration, Darren Fletcher’s road to recovery finally appears to be nearing its end.

Louis van Gaal admits he may not sign any more new players because of Manchester United’s impressive pre-season form.

USA:

THE artisan milk and handmade butter movement is really gathering momentum.

Advocates for US car makers are warning that the collapse of the Big Three manufacturers – or even just General Motors – could set off a catastrophic chain reaction in the economy, eliminating up to three million jobs and depriving governments of more than €113bn in tax revenue.

The United Auto Workers union and Chrysler remained locked in negotiations this morning as workers in Detroit prepared for the picket lines.

Seamus Power collected his first collegiate win in grand style today by taking the individual title at the Atlantic Sun Conference championships.

The ex-wife of rapper Eminem, wanted by authorities after quitting a court-ordered drug treatment programme, has been arrested at a Michigan hotel.

Former international opera star Eva Likova has died at the age of 84.

Steven Berkoff has played a nemesis to stars ranging from Eddie Murphy to Sylvester Stallone.

Scientists today revealed a molecular fingerprint for prostate cancer which they believe will lead to new tests and treatments for the disease.