Ahmad Mulakhil was found guilty of rape and two counts of sexual assault following a trial last month, having already admitted a further rape charge. He was also convicted of child abduction and taking an indecent video of the girl by the jury at Warwick Crown Court. The court heard that Mulakhil arrived in the UK four months before committing the offences. He had made an immigration application linked to "problems" he had experienced in Afghanistan. The 23-year-old told the court he believed his victim to be 19 years old, and said she initiated a sexual encounter on 22 July last year. But prosecutor Daniel Oscroft said Mulakhil's attempts to blame his victim were "stomach-churning" and "pretty revolting". The victim, who cannot be named, said she was approached in a Nuneaton park by Mulakhil after playing on the swings. She said she had told her attacker to stop and that he was laughing while attacking her. Sentencing Mulakhil, Judge Kristina Montgomery KC said the victim continues to suffer trauma responses and medical issues associated with the attack. "Your victim was particularly vulnerable due to her personal circumstances and she has suffered significant and ongoing psychological harm," the judge said, adding that Mulakhil had "targeted" the girl. She also said that the girl saying she was 19 was an "obvious" lie, with CCTV showing that "your reaction was incredulous and the jury's verdict leaves no doubt that you knew she was aged under 16". "(After the attack), you left the area together but when you parted company, she was left alone in a park in the darkness for some time," the judge said. "She was distressed, she was hypervigilant. Looking over her shoulder and into the woodland to see whether you were still in the area. "She gave an immediate account of your sexual assault upon her. She was thereafter subjected to a medical examination and questioning by the police and latterly as you contested her allegations, cross examination in the court." Read more:UK's first visa ban in asylum crackdownDeep divides over asylum seekers in Nuneaton In addition to jailing Mulakhil, she sentenced him to an extra 12 months on license to follow his prison sentence. The judge told Mulakhil the jail term of 15 years was long enough to automatically render him liable for deportation. He was also ordered to register as a sex offender for life and made the subject of an indefinite sexual harm prevention order and a restraining order. Mulakhil faced trial alongside Muhammad Kabir, also an Afghan asylum seeker, who was acquitted of charges of intentional strangulation, attempted child abduction and committing an offence with intent to commit a sexual offence. The victim told the trial that she was approached in a park by both defendants. The attack triggered large-scale anti-immigration protests in the town last summer. People also gathered outside the courthouse as the sentence was handed down and draped a banner saying "Stop the invasion, end immigration" over railings leading to the court.

Coinciding with the previously announced broadcast switch to YouTube, the show will move from the Dolby Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard to the Peacock Theatre about nine miles (14.5km) away, in downtown Los Angeles's LA Live complex, in 2029. The Peacock Theatre has a capacity of about 7,000 - roughly twice the current amount. It will come after more than 25 years of Oscars ceremonies at the Dolby Theatre, which has been home to the show since 2002. The Academy Awards will mark its 100th anniversary at the venue in 2028, before the new-look show and broadcast begins. "For the 101st Oscars and beyond, the Academy looks forward to closely collaborating with AEG to make LA LIVE the perfect backdrop for our global celebration of cinema," the Academy's chief executive Bill Kramer and its president, Lynette Howell Taylor, said in a joint statement. AEG will make improvements to the venue as part of the deal, they said, including upgrades to its stage, sound and lighting systems, backstage and other areas. Surrounded by the Walk of Fame, next to the celebrity handprints of The Chinese Theatre and with the famous Hollywood sign as a backdrop, the Dolby Theatre was developed by the Academy itself and seemed a perfect location for the biggest awards show in entertainment. However, this is not the first move out of Hollywood. The show took place at various hotels throughout Los Angeles in the early years before a move to theatres in the mid-1940s. The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, a fine arts facility in downtown LA, hosted the ceremony from 1968 to 1986. It then alternated between the Chandler and the Shrine Auditorium, next to the University of Southern California, until the long-term move to Hollywood. Read more:Inside the Oscars winners' roomThe rise of Jessie Buckley The Peacock Theatre, which opened as the Staples Center in 2007, has hosted the Emmy Awards almost every year since 2008. It is located next to the Crypto.com Arena, home to the Los Angeles Lakers and Kings, as well as the annual Grammys ceremony.

Beth is in Helsinki with the prime minister for an exclusive interview for the podcast. Sir Keir Starmer has said he "hates the fact" that he made a "mistake" over the appointment of Peter Mandelson. "I dwell on it. I beat myself up about it," he told Beth, who is accompanying him on a visit to Finland, where he is taking part in a leaders' summit. Beth also questions him about his relationship with Donald Trump following disparaging comments the US president made about Sir Keir's response to the Iran war. Plus, Beth, Harriet and Ruth react to the full interview. Got a question for the burner phone? WhatsApp 07934 200 444 or email electoraldysfunction@sky.uk. And if you didn't know, you can also watch Beth, Ruth and Harriet on YouTube.

Since then, Kane has gone on to be England's all-time leading scorer with 78 goals, and the single most important player for his country for a decade. Most feel that England cannot win the World Cup without him fit and firing. But Thomas Tuchel has to prepare for a potential nightmare scenario where Kane isn't available. Injury, suspension, heat exhaustion - all are possible reasons why Kane could be KO'd. Which players will seize their chance to impress Thomas Tuchel?Thomas Tuchel: Ben White must 'clear the air' with England team-mates after ending exile2026 World Cup: Dates, venues and format So what's the plan B up top? Who is Kane's natural understudy? At Wembley against Uruguay on Friday, in the penultimate friendly before the England boss has to pick his World Cup squad, opportunity knocks for the two Dominics. "It's important the two of them understand it's a big chance to be in camp without Harry," Tuchel said of Solanke and Calvert-Lewin. "To compete for a real chance to start and get good quality minutes. "Harry is Harry, our captain. A starter for us. The question is, if we are chasing a result do we really take Harry off? When is there a chance to be a sub for Harry? Or do we look for someone who will play with Harry? Or someone who is a good penalty taker? These are the questions we have to answer." The hard truth is that with Kane turning 33 a fortnight after the World Cup final, and a packed workload for Bayern Munich leading up to the tournament, he will categorically not be able to play 90 minutes for a possible eight matches in the North American heat and humidity. Tuchel has recognised he has to protect his prized asset at all costs - evidenced by the extra five days he has given him to rest this week, along with 10 other high-impact players. Marcus Rashford, Phil Foden and Jarrod Bowen can all do a job as a No 9 in Kane's absence, but Tuchel has been clear that he wants another natural striker as part of his tournament squad. When I asked him in November whether he might take only Kane to the World Cup as his specialist striker, he answered pretty categorically that he doubted it, because he wouldn't feel his squad had the right "balance". It appears Tuchel has narrowed his options down to three possible players: Ollie Watkins, Solanke and Calvert-Lewin. Watkins has been left out of this squad because of his collapse in confidence, which has seen him score only two Premier League goals since January 3. He does though have credit in the bank, having played a key role for England at various times, not least in the Euros semi-final with the late winner against the Netherlands two summers ago. Solanke has not played for his country since Lee Carsley's spell as caretaker manager. His season has been plagued by injury, but a goalscoring return of six in 17 appearances in all competitions isn't too bad, considering Tottenham's woeful form. Calvert-Lewin's England exile has been even longer. He hasn't represented his country since the quarter-finals of Euro 2020, when he came off the bench to replace Kane against Ukraine. Ten goals in 27 games for Leeds this season have showed what he can do when he's fit and has a run of games. It is significant that Tuchel mentioned penalties when talking of Kane's possible replacement. It is a key consideration, not only within the 90 minutes of World Cup matches, but also for any shoot-outs that may come in the knockout stages. It seems pretty clear that Ivan Toney is not in Tuchel's plans right now, and so his next best penalty taker - other than Kane - isn't even a striker. Cole Palmer's penalty success rate is outstanding and may be an important factor in his battle with the other No 10s at England's disposal. As for the three back-up strikers currently in Tuchel's eye-line, there is little to choose between them from 12 yards; and in truth, none of them has put their hand up as penalty specialist. So what of their other attributes? Again, the statistics suggest there is a huge fall-off when compared to captain Kane. It is clear Tuchel has a problem. Arguably, his biggest problem with the World Cup in mind. Kane represents England's biggest strength, but without him, it looks like England's biggest weakness.

Matvei Rumiantsev, 23, who lived in Canary Wharf, east London, was convicted in January of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and perverting the course of justice. Snaresbrook Crown Court heard he attacked the victim at her flat in London when he became jealous of her blossoming friendship with Barron Trump after she met him through social media. Explainer: Who is Barron Trump? Mr Trump, 20, was in the US when he was on a video call with the victim, and called City of London Police to report witnessing the attack on 18 January last year. A transcript of the call was read to the court, with Mr Trump telling police: "Oh I'm calling from the US, uh, I just got a call from a girl, you know, she's getting beat up." The president's son told investigators: "I didn't expect her to pick up due to the difference in the time zone to the fact I am in the USA, the phone was answered but not by her, to my dismay. "The individual who picked up the phone was a shirtless man with darkish hair, although I didn't get a good look, this view lasted maybe one second and I was racing with adrenaline. "The camera was then flipped to the victim getting hit while crying, stating something in Russian. The guy had hung up. This whole interaction had lasted five to seven seconds." As well as being convicted of assault, Rumiantsev - who was described as a "trained fighter" - was convicted of perverting the course of justice after writing to his victim from prison, asking her to withdraw her allegations. He was found not guilty of one count of rape and intentional strangulation relating to the same day of the assault, and another count of rape and assault alleged to have occurred in November 2024. Judge: Rumiantsev 'totally unrepentant' During sentencing, the judge, Mr Justice Bennathan, said Rumiantsev was "totally unrepentant" and still blames the victim for what happened. He said Rumiantsev "snapped" and hit the victim "multiple times over a prolonged period in the region of an hour" causing multiple injuries. The judge added that when she managed to escape and reach a neighbour, Rumiantsev dragged her back into the flat by her hair. Read more from Sky News:Appeal over murder 30 years agoStarmer on Mandelson 'mistake'AI delusion is big problem 'Trump saw you beating her up' He said that, during the assault, Rumiantsev answered a FaceTime call on her phone from Mr Trump. "He [Mr Trump] saw you beating her up, and you held the phone and filmed her. An angry act to humiliate her," the judge said. Mr Trump was praised by Mr Justice Bennathan during sentencing for "properly and responsibly" calling UK police. He also referred to the victim's attempt to contact police: "I recall that in her first 999 call [to police] she said, quote, 'Please help me. I'm going to get killed.' I'm in no doubt whatsoever that was exactly how she felt." The judge said Rumiantsev should be liable to deportation. But if he is not, he would be released on licence after serving 40% of his four-year sentence. The court also issued a seven-year restraining order, banning him from contacting the victim.

Dean was named best female act at the ceremony, held at Manchester's Co-op Live, and bagged both the album and song of the year prizes for chart-topper The Art Of Loving and its hit track, Man I Need. The star, whose music blends pop, funk and soul, was also among the night's performers, alongside acts including FLO, Aitch and Myles Smith, and a grime medley featuring Chip, D Double E, Nolay, Scorcher and Wiley, curated by DJ Target. This year's show - celebrating 30 years of the MOBOs - also featured special appearances from US stars Pharrell Williams, who was honoured with the global songwriter award, and Slick Rick, who received a lifetime achievement prize. Dean can now add her MOBOs to the trophy shelf after her Grammy win in January. She also dominated the Brit Awards last month. Elsewhere, rapper and singer Jim Legxacy won the gong for best male act, singer-songwriter Raye was honoured in the video of the year category for Where Is My Husband!, and rapper DC3 was named best newcomer and also picked up the prize for best gospel act. The MOBOs celebrate the best of black music in the UK and internationally, and this year marks the ceremony's 30th anniversary. Other awards included best RnB/soul act for FLO, best alternative act for Nova Twins, best hip-hop act for Central Cee, best jazz act for 2023 Mercury Prize winners Ezra Collective, best electronic/ dance act for Sherelle, and best producer for P2J. Read more from Sky News:Woman pleads not guilty to attempted murder of RihannaOlivia Dean among stars nominated for Ivor Novello Awards There were also international awards for Arya Starr, who was named best international act, Wizkid (best African music act) and Vybz Kartel (best Caribbean music act). Outside music, YouTuber, influencer and Celebrity Traitors star Niko Omilana was named best media personality, and Stephen Graham - fresh from several BAFTA nods and after wins at the Golden Globes and the Emmys in the US - was recognised for his performance in the groundbreaking series Adolescence.

This is a "once in a generation moment" that is going to shape the next decades of our lives, Keir Starmer told me as part of a longer-than-normal interview for our Electoral Dysfunction podcast, as he reflected on the global turbulence and how the outlook for Britain's economy had changed so massively in such a short period of time. 👉 Click here to listen to Electoral Dysfunction on your podcast app 👈 We also touched on the turbulent times he has faced in recent weeks, be that around the prospect of a leadership challenge or the Peter Mandelson crisis that he told me he "beats himself up about it" in a genuinely emotional moment of our conversation. What I took from this interview is a prime minister rolling the pitch for another difficult stretch for a country already ground down by crises with very long tales: the 2008 financial crash that ushered in austerity and a step down in living standards; the COVID-19 pandemic that saw the government borrow over £300bn in 2021/2 and leaving the Treasury to spend £100bn a year on debt interest alone. "I think in my life, I remember profoundly the Berlin Wall coming down. And I remember that feeling, that there was going to be peace and freedom and that the values that I held dear… and that I didn't think - I have to say - I would ever see Russian tanks going across a European border again in my lifetime. I didn't think I would see that. And yet we saw that four years ago," he said. "In the Middle East, Iran is a threat to all of its neighbours, a threat to the world and therefore, how this ends will determine what that threat is as we go forward. So this is a defining period. It's a testing period for the whole world." There are political parallels too, with say 2008. Back then the prime minister Gordon Brown was grappling with a financial crisis and a potential leadership challenge as MPs looked down the barrel of defeat at the next general election. At the time, Mr Brown warned his would-be challenger David Miliband, and his restive party, that "now is not a time for a novice". Does Keir Starmer feel the same? "That's not for me to say, in the sense of whether it's the right time for a novice, I'll be judged by what I do," he said. What he is more forthright on is that this crisis, this war on two fronts, will bring serious consequences for the UK. He acknowledged in our interview that the spring statement, in which the chancellor spoke about stability, failing inflation and interest rates, seems now like a fever dream. That the outlook for the economy has been so battered by Trump's war is, of course, a frustration. But the prime minister is pragmatic about the place he's in: "There's no point me sort of complaining about it. That's the world we live in. You've got to face the world as it is. I have to lead us through this war too on two fronts." Read more:McSweeney phone theft linked to Mandelson files 'far-fetched'Trump says he's disappointed in Starmer His immediate task as prime minister is to decide on support for energy bills. The current price cap runs out in June, after which bills could rise by an eye-watering £500 a year, according to the Resolution Foundation. The prime minister told me in our interview that "any support is likely to be targeted". This will come with controversy. Liz Truss’s administration poured £40bn into capping energy prices for all households at the start of the Ukraine war in 2022, and one in two people think the government can afford to subsidise bills, according to a recent YouGov poll. But this prime minister is clear he won't do that. "We will have to tailor support. Exactly how we do that is obviously a number of options we're looking at. But I'll be clear with you, it will be tailored," he said. With the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) on Thursday saying the UK will be the worse hit from the Iran war, predicting a 0.5 per cent contraction in GDP, it is an awful position for the prime minister to be in. But he seems up for the fight. When I asked him about Trump's treatment of him, he simply said that Trump might apply pressure, but he is "not going to back down" or "buckle under pressure", and when it comes to this predicament at home and the upcoming May elections, there is no way he is going to stand down. When I asked him about Angela Rayner and Andy Burnham semi-declaring on a leadership race, he doesn’t bristle, he simply says he expects to see Angela "playing a leading role in this Labour government". It is when we come to Mandelson that some of the pressure of the past few weeks and months perhaps comes more to bear. I genuinely can not understand, looking at the vetting document, how the prime minister got to the place of appointing Mandelson, when it was clear he kept a relationship with Epstein post conviction of prostitution of a minor and was sacked twice by previous Labour governments. When I asked him if he was angry at himself, he told me that "nobody has been harder on me in relation to the mistake I made". "I hate the fact I made that mistake, I dwell on it. I beat myself up about it. It’s certainly not a mistake I’d ever repeat." But as for being beaten by it, Starmer is doing the opposite, he is digging in. He promised the country this would be the year he would cut the cost of living, but the war in Iran looks almost certain to derail that, unless resolution is swift. Despite the growing complications and challenges, he seems to believe he is the leader for the moment - despite what Trump, his critics, and even some in his cabinet might say. Trump says Starmer is no Churchill, but these wars, if they become more prolonged, will put him in the unenviable position of being a wartime prime minister. He tells me he has "great determination" to "steer our country through this" even as the outlook worsens for the economy. In the coming weeks, the consequences of that will be laid bare. Starmer, despite the ferocious criticism he’s faced, clearly thinks he is the right man for this moment. He told me that his prime minister's advice to his younger self would be to rise to the challenge and accept the bumpy road - and he's betting that the worse this crisis gets, the more his party will agree with him. He is applying the rule of "never waste a crisis", but where this war, our economy and our prime minister lands is anyone's guess right now. You can catch the full interview on the podcast, which is available now. Listen wherever you get your podcasts, just search for Electoral Dysfunction and hit follow. You can also watch the full interview on Sky News's YouTube channel.

Messi, 38, was named in the Argentina squad for the friendlies against Mauritania (March 27) and Zambia (April 1). Lionel Scaloni has confirmed he will feature in both games - but doubts remain as to whether he will be part of the squad for La Albiceleste's title defence in the USA, Canada and Mexico, which will begin on June 17 against Algeria in Kansas City. "This is a question more for him but as far as I'm concerned, you already know what I think. I will do everything I can to make sure he is there," Scaloni said in a press conference when asked if Messi will feature at the World Cup. Who has qualified for the World Cup?World Cup schedule, dates and venuesWorld Cup fixtures and UK kick-off times "I believe that he has to be there, for the sake of football, but it's not me who decides. It's up to him, how he feels in his mind and his physical condition. "It's difficult because it's not just Argentinians who want to see him, everyone wants to see him. "And then we have the dilemma as his coaches when he's there, if he's able to play the whole game or if he's not. "I want him to be there, but he's the one who decides. I'm not going to stand here and say, 'Let's see if I pick him or not.' "He has earned the right to decide calmly. We are not in a rush. We know that whatever he decides will be the best thing for both him and the team. We hope he'll be there but I can't say much more." Messi assessing World Cup chances 'day-by-day' Messi has featured in the last five World Cups, helped Argentina lift the trophy in 2022 and holds the record for the most appearances in the tournament's history with 26. Last October, Inter Miami's Messi admitted it was not guaranteed he will be part of Argentina's bid to defend their title this year. "It's something extraordinary to be able to be in a World Cup, and I would love to," said Messi. "I would like to be there, to be well and be an important part of helping my team, if I am there. "I'm going to assess that on a day-to-day basis when I start pre-season next year with Inter [Miami] and see if I can really be 100 per cent, if I can be useful and then make a decision. "I'm really eager because it's a World Cup. We're coming off winning the last one, and being able to defend it on the field again is spectacular because it's always a dream to play with the national team." The discussion around Messi's involvement at the World Cup arrives on the same day Inter Miami unveiled the Leo Messi Stand at the Nu Stadium. The MLS club said in a statement: "Recognising someone is not always about closing a chapter. Sometimes it is about realising you are witnessing something unique. "Inter Miami is thrilled to announce that the East Stand at our new state-of-the-art home will be dedicated to the best player in history."