The 8 things you might have missed this weekend

The Queen's offshore investments have been revealed in the largest ever leak dubbed the
The Queen's offshore investments have been revealed in the largest ever leak dubbed the

The Queen has been dragged into the "Paradise Papers" offshore investments row, at least 26 worshippers have been killed in a Texas mass shooting, and more ministers face the sack in Westminster's sexual harassment scandal. 

Meanwhile, Man City continue to look unbeatable and Scotland have sent home three players from the Rugby League World Cup for reportedly being too drunk to board a plane.   

If you've been away from a screen or newspaper all weekend or want a summary, here's a quick recap of the main events.

1. Queen named in 'Paradise Papers' leak

The Queen, Bono and one of Donald Trump's closest advisors are among those whose offshore investments have been revealed in the largest ever leak dubbed the "Paradise Papers".

The 13.4million files, which were obtained after a hack on law firm Appleby which has offices in Bermuda, the Isle of Man and a number of other tax havens, show the complex financial dealings of the super-rich and  major global corporations. 

Bono was shown to have used a company based in Malta - a low tax jurisdiction - to pay for a share in a shopping centre in Lithuania - Credit: Reuters
Bono was shown to have used a company based in Malta - a low tax jurisdiction - to pay for a share in a shopping centre in Lithuania Credit: Reuters

Tory donor Lord Michael Ashcroft, Donald Trump's advisor Wilbur Ross and Arsenal football club stakeholder Alisher Usmanov have been named in the documents alongside Stephen Bronfman, chief fundraiser and senior adviser to the Canadian prime minister, Justin Trudeau and a dozen of Trump administration advisers, Cabinet members or major donors who appeared in the records.

They documents show that in 2005 the Queen's private estate invested £7.5m in Dover Street VI Cayman Fund LP, held on the Cayman Islands, which in turn invested in BrightHouse, a rent-to-own firm which has been criticised for irresponsible lending, and off-licence chain Threshers. 

The Queen does not manage the Duchy of Lancaster's investments, which are decided by a council, and pays tax voluntarily on any income.

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2. Boy, 5, among 26 killed in church massacre in Texas

At least 26 worshippers, including a five-year-old and a pregnant woman, were killed when a gunman opened fire inside a small church in a quiet Texas town on Sunday.

America's latest mass shooting happened during a Sunday service at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, a community of 400 people about 30 miles southeast of San Antonio.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott said 26 people died, with the victims ranging in age from 5 to 72 years old.

Law enforcement officials works at the scene of a fatal shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas - Credit: AP
Law enforcement officials works at the scene of a fatal shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas Credit: AP

The gunman was dressed all in black tactical gear with a ballistic vest and had an assault rifle, Texas Department of Public Safety spokesman Freeman Martin said.

He said the gunman arrived at a gas station across from the church at around 11:20 a.m. He crossed the street and started firing a Ruger AR rifle at the church, and continued after entering the building.

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3. Amber Rudd warns more ministers face sack

More ministers are likely to be sacked over the Westminster sexual harassment scandal, Home Secretary Amber Rudd has warned as it emerged new victims may be​ preparing to come forward with claims about Damian Green.

The scandal took another turn on Sunday when Chris Pincher, a Government whip, referred himself to the police and to his party’s disciplinary panel over claims that he had propositioned a former Olympic rower in a bathrobe.

The inquiry into Mr Green was triggered after Kate Maltby said he “fleetingly” touched her knee during a meeting in a pub in 2015 - Credit: AFP
The inquiry into Mr Green was triggered after Kate Maltby said he “fleetingly” touched her knee during a meeting in a pub in 2015 Credit: AFP

Theresa May, the Prime Minister, will meet on Monday with Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, Liberal Democrat leader Vince Cable and House of Commons speaker John Bercow to try to get ahead of the crisis and set up formal structures to protect women.

In remarks to the CBI conference, Mrs May will say that “now is the time to act decisively – without fear or favour – to guarantee a safe and respectful working environment for everyone in the future”.

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4. Puigdemont released in Belgium pending extradition decision

Carles Puigdemont, the fugitive former president of Catalonia, has been conditionally released by a Belgian judge while the decision whether to extradite the deposed Catalan leader and four of his former regional ministers back to Spain is taken.

Mr Puigdemont and other four former Catalan officials handed themselves over to Belgian police on Sunday morning before a European arrest warrant invoked by a Spanish judge triggered their capture and detention.

Catalan President Carles Puigdemont handed himself over to Belgian police on Sunday - Credit: AP
Catalan President Carles Puigdemont handed himself over to Belgian police on Sunday Credit: AP

The five fugitive politicians gave testimony before an investigating judge in Brussels on Sunday evening. The judge decided that they could be released on condition of remaining in Belgium and at the disposition of the judiciary while their case is resolved.

The former Catalan leader, removed from office by the Spanish government, has said he will fight extradition to Spain, where he faces a possible criminal trial and imprisonment of up to 30 years.

The Brussels prosecutor’s office announced on Sunday that Mr Puigdemont had turned himself into Belgian police along with four ex-ministers from his ousted Catalan administration who travelled to Belgium last week with their leader to avoid a Spanish court summons.

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5. Saudi heir launches unprecedented crackdown

Saudi Arabia's heir to the throne is overseeing an unprecedented wave of arrests of dozens of the country's most powerful princes, military officers, influential businessmen and government ministers - some potential rivals or critics of the crown prince now consolidating his power.

Among those taken into custody overnight Saturday in the purported anti-corruption sweep were billionaire Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, one of the world's richest men with extensive holdings in Western companies, as well as two of the late King Abdullah's sons.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman - Credit: AFP
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Credit: AFP

The arrest of senior princes upends a longstanding tradition among the ruling Al Saud family to keep their disagreements private in an effort to show strength and unity in the face of Saudi Arabia's many tribes and factions. It also sends a message that the 32-year-old crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, has the full backing of his father, King Salman, to carry out sweeping anti-corruption reforms targeting senior royals and their business associates, who have long been seen as operating above the law.

Reports suggested those detained were being held at the Ritz Carlton in Riyadh, which only days earlier hosted a major investment conference that the crown prince attended with global business titans. A Saudi official told The Associated Press that other five-star hotels across the capital were also being used to hold some of those arrested.

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6. Man City marches on with victory over Arsenal

Pep Guardiola is convinced Manchester City will be beaten this season, and he may well be proved right, but for the moment his side remain thrillingly unstoppable.

Arsenal were the latest opponents to succumb to the bewitching brilliance of the Premier League leaders. Not lambs to the slaughter as some have been but Guardiola will not have been the only one wondering how his team were not out of sight and basking in another landslide of goals by the time Arsenal very briefly threatened to make this interesting.

Task-master: Pep Guardiola brooks no slip in standards  - Credit: getty
Task-master: Pep Guardiola brooks no slip in standards Credit: getty

In the end, though, all substitute Alexandre Lacazette’s goal 25 minutes from time succeeded in doing was poking the beast and, before long, City had restored their two-goal cushion when Gabriel Jesus made it 3-1 after a linesman had failed to spot David Silva in an offside position.

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7. Scotland's World Cup in tatters after plane incident 

Scotland's wretched Rugby League World Cup campaign threatens to descend into farce after captain Danny Brough - their star player - Sam Brooks and Johnny Walker were sent home for misconduct.

The trio are understood to have been too drunk to board a flight and were refused permission to fly.

Steve McCormack's side have been overpowered in their opening two Group B matches and now face a quarter-final decider against Samoa without the trio.

Scotland's Danny Brough passes the ball to a teammate during their Rugby League World Cup game against New Zealand in Christchurch - Credit: AP
Scotland's Danny Brough passes the ball to a teammate during their Rugby League World Cup game against New Zealand in Christchurch Credit: AP

The players remained in Christchurch on Sunday morning as Scotland departed for Cairns and will leave the tournament early.

"We expect everyone involved in Scotland Rugby League to adhere to the highest standards of behaviour," chairman Keith Hogg said in a statement.

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8. West Ham 'eye Moyes to replace Bilic'

West Ham United have already held talks about David Moyes becoming the club’s manager with Slaven Bilic expected to be sacked within the next 48 hours.

Moyes denied there has been any contact but he confirmed that he would be “interested” in taking over at West Ham if there is a “vacancy”.

Slaven Bilic could be replaced by David Moyes at West Ham
Slaven Bilic could be replaced by David Moyes at West Ham

Although West Ham are still looking at other potential candidates, the former Sunderland, Manchester United and Everton manager is expected to be appointed until the end of this season. Moyes will bring former West Bromwich Albion manager, and his former assistant, Alan Irvine with him.

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The moon rises over the Sacre Coeur Basilica in Montmartre in Paris, France - Credit: Reuters
The moon rises over the Sacre Coeur Basilica in Montmartre in Paris, France Credit: Reuters

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