Barack Obama calls Jo Cox's Widow to Offer 'Sincere Condolences' After 'Heinous' Murder

Barack Obama has called the widow of Jo Cox from Air Force One to offer his "sincere condolences" after the "heinous" murder of the MP.

The US president spoke to Brendan Cox on Friday, a day after the MP was was shot and stabbed outside her constituency surgery in Birstall, near Leeds.

"President Obama offered his sincere condolences on behalf of the American people to Mr Cox and his two young children, as well as to her friends, colleagues and constituents," a White House statement said.

George Voinovich Remembered Not as Politician, But as Man of Faith

George V. Voinovich, former Cleveland mayor, Ohio governor and U.S. Senator, was remembered at his funeral Friday as a man who sought to help others, a strong leader in his community.

During Mass at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Euclid, his distinguished political career drew some mention. But his commitment to his faith, drive to help lift up others and status as a strong role model were the focus of attention.

Marco Pierre Jr Declares His Love For Fiancee Kim Despite Having Sex in The Big Brother hHouse

A steamy romp with Big Brother housemate Laura Carter hasn't changed Marco Pierre Jr's feelings about his fiancee, she'll be pleased to know.

The 21-year-old declared his love for 'boss' Kim Melville-Smith in scenes due to be aired on Friday night, just one night after he was seen having sex with his fellow contestant, on TV.

Marco insists that he was given a 'complete hall pass' by his other half, but even so, Laura admits in the same show that they 'shouldn't have done it.'