Higgins

Michael D Higgins will be among world leaders and dignitaries to attend the funeral of Pope Francis this weekend, along with his wife, Sabina.

After signing a book of condolences in Dublin, President Higgins said that, on behalf of the people of Ireland, he thanked Pope Francis for his work and his example on "embracing the most important issues".

"Issues that are at the future of our humanity together in relation to climate change, in relation to global poverty, in relation to his particular interest in the welfare of migrants," Higgins said.

An emotional John Higgins says he "was in tears" on the morning of his first round match at the World Snooker Championship.

Higgins' father-in-law suffered a heart attack last week and BBC Snooker presenter Seema Jaswal consoled the player after his 10-7 win against Joe O'Connor.