When it comes to the world's stinkiest foods, it is often unimaginable to compile the list. But, Taste Atlas has done it now.

For a world weary of the United States’ capacity to disrupt, the bombast is baked in, the threats are frequently bluffs and the president who relishes shock and awe, in the end, often backs down.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed the planned early release of prisoners will go ahead - albeit with some changes.