EXCLUSIVE BY LAWRENCE BOOTH: Chief executive Johnny Grave revealed there are still several hoops to jump through before Jason Holder's team would agree to take part..

EXCLUSIVE BY RICHARD GIBSON: Currently Pakistan are due to contest three Tests in August, plus three Twenty20 internationals, but are understood to be open to a longer stay.

The actor's tweet, which read, 'Dear God; Trump next, please!,' was shared as the world reacted to the death of Carrie Fisher's mother Debbie Reynolds - the latest huge name to pass away in 2016.

The Anger Management star - who revealed in 2015 he is HIV-positive - has been following the health plan for the past two weeks as part of a fitness drive with new girlfriend, Julia Stambler.

BAZ BAMIGBOYE: Matilda The Musical - starring Ralph Fiennes as bullying, hammer-throwing headmistress Agatha Trunchbull - has become a top priority film for Hollywood.

Barbara Bush, former US First Lady, has become the latest death hoax victim after a news website claiming to be CNN reported that she had died amid news of her serious illness.

David Bowie, Mick Jagger and Sid Vicious are among the biggest names in music that are featured at a new gallery by legendary music photographer Denis O'Regan from his incredible 45-year career

The musician is best known for his role in the new wave scene in the 1980s and was a member of The Soft Boys and The Thompson Twins, also collaborating with Thomas Dolby.

JAMIE REDKNAPP: I remember times my brother, Mark, got angry or upset if someone was having a go at me in the stands. He'd want to say something. Now we have seen this with Eric Dier.

Former Argentina forward Diego Maradona suggested Lionel Messi was 'in decline' after Barcelona's 1-1 draw in the Champions League against his old side on Tuesday evening.

While many of us may use retail therapy during these stressful and uncertain times, Cristiano Ronaldo is no different as he has reportedly splashed out £8.5million on a limited edition Bugatti.

The Brazilian has faced the likes of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo during an illustrious career but says the notoriously tricky former Chelsea striker was the toughest to get the better of.

Southgate initially gave Dier the chance to run the contact off after a hevay collision with Tomas Soucek, but he was swiftly replaced by Ross Barkley when it was clear he was in discomfort.

A man, 80, has died on-board a British Airways Boeing 777 flight travelling from London Heathrow to Bangkok. The passenger reportedly died from a heart attack, an hour before landing.

Ian Johnson (pictured), a cabin service director in his late 50s, was in St Thomas' intensive care unit in London on a ventilator for ten days before he passed away yesterday.

Shabnum Sadiq, 39, was employed as a customer care relations manager for BA at Heathrow's Terminal 5. Before falling ill she had told her husband of her fears about catching the virus from passengers.

Colonel Edward Marcus was at the centre of murderous plans to assassinate King George III and he has found fresh fame on televison today - in Poldark.

American citizen Moustafa Kassem, 54, who has been imprisoned in Egypt for the last six years, passed away due to a heart failure from his hunger strike on Monday.

Takabuti, the famous ancient Egyptian mummy on display at the Ulster Museum, suffered a violent death from a knife attack, a team of British experts have found.

The former president's failing health had been detailed on social media by his son Alaa in recent days. Only friends and family will be permitted at his funeral, state media has said.

Britain's oldest poppy seller Walter Randall has died at the age of 104 after spending nearly 55 years selling poppies for the Royal British Legion. He was known as Wally in Leighton Buzzard.

Fayaz Ayache, who was taken by ambulance to Ipswich Hospital on April 2 and died six days later. He had worked for the NHS for more than 40 years.

These pictures include soldiers playing with kangaroos in Egypt, a Kiwi soldier writing graffiti on the side of a shed, and a large band playing music while walking through destroyed streets.

ALEXANDRA SHULMAN: The American singer-songwriter Lizzo (pictured) stormed the Brit Awards, massive in her leather corset and again heralded as a torch-bearer for body positivity.

Sean Spicer has been announced as a contestant on Dancing With The Stars Season 28, sparking a backlash on social media as it's revealed he could earn up to $295,000 for his moves.

American Idol contestant Haley Smith passed away on Saturday after she crashed her motorcycle.

Katy Perry attempted to keep a low profile beneath a slew of clothing while making a quick stop at her Los Angeles office on Wednesday afternoon. Perry appeared visibly makeup free for her outing.

Kameron Chatwell was watching the Eurovision Song Contest with his mother, presented by Graham Norton, right, at her home in Barry, south Wales when he drank wine and beer.

Australian dietitian Susie Burrell has revealed the five fad diets that do work - and the ones you should steer clear of if you want long-term weight loss results.

Spanish car manufacturer Seat is working on technology to track a driver's eyes and spot signs of drowsiness.

Israel's inclusion was agreed in principle in London this month, The Mail on Sunday reports. An Arab journalist said it was like a British Royal provoking another community.

A coroner has blasted the lack of safety measures at an exclusive resort on the Greek island of Zakynthos, after the son of Princess Diana's lady-in-waiting died in a free-diving accident in August 2017.

Within weeks of his release, the former Princess of Wales Regiment infantryman was seen walking through Maidstone town centre in Kent, wearing the transparent clothing.

A host of high-profile managers were linked with the Inter Miami job ahead of their first MLS season in February, but owner David Beckham is set to unveil Alonso as his first manager on Monday.

Former Monterrey coach Alonso is the only manager to have won the CONCACAF Champions League with two different teams and will take the reigns of the new MLS franchise immediately.

The football ace, 44, took a break from his healthy lifestyle to head to Market Hall West End to get a preview taster of his whiskey brand Haig Club's Burns Night takeover

A PT company has revealed the top five male and female celebrities that people aspire to look like - with the respective top spots being taken out by Chris Hemsworth and Jennifer Lopez.

Chris Hemsworth has shared a touching tribute to his 'dear friend' Andrew Jack, after the Star Wars actor died from coronavirus complications on Monday aged 76. 

They've been struggling to cope with the pressures of homeschooling their children amid the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Heartfelt tributes have been paid to Cardiff City legend Peter Whittingham after he tragically passed away at the age of 35.

Amy Schumer took to Instagram to send 'love to all the pregnant ladies' who are currently in quarantine amid the coronavirus pandemic. 'We are thinking about you, too,' wrote Schumer.

Michael Che announced Monday that his grandmother died from coronavirus Sunday night and the New Yorker urged fans to champion a healthy diet over simply washing their hands thoroughly.

The stand-up comedian - who appeared on Comedy Central and The Opie & Anthony Show - passed away on Monday after the embolism occurred over the weekend.

Caroline was a mate of mine. We weren't close friends, but we got on well, frequently met up at showbiz bashes, and exchanged irregular text messages about life and the universe

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk is ramping up Queensland's coronavirus crackdown as people continue to ignore the ban on non-essential travel.

Brisbane-based dietitian Leanne Ward shared her delicious three-ingredient recipe for chocolate chip cookies - and they're perfect for Easter baking.

The 27-year-old utility, who had his sights on playing in the NRL, was found face down in the swimming pool at his parents' home in Brisbane on Friday.

Zachary Robba, 23, had been enjoying working at his 'dream job' on the southern Barrier Reef with a group of rangers when he was attacked by a shark on April 6.

A dietitian has shared the five-ingredient healthy banana bread she swears by for beating sugar cravings - and it's as easy to make as the unhealthier three-ingredient counterpart.

A Queensland man has died after falling off an electric skateboard, hitting his head, police said on Sunday.