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'It was never an option not to be here': Prince Harry praises London Marathon runners

n the spring sunshine they gathered in their thousands, black ribbons pinned to their running vests. And before they took their first step, they stood in silence with their heads bowed in honour of those killed and injured in the Boston marathon bombings last week. This was the moving scene at the start of the London marathon yesterday as Prince Harry praised the defiant British spirit that saw 37,000 runners take part in the race amid heightened security. Scroll down for video Capital weather: Spectators enjoy the sunshine and watch as runners cross Tower Bridge in the 33rd London Marathon And they're off: The 36,000 runners get underway this morning. The Metropolitan Police drafted in extra officers after the Boston attacks Carnival atmosphere: Crowds turned out in their thousands to support the runners Paying tribute to the victims of the Boston bombings, Harry applauded the way everyone had come together to run and raise money for good causes. ‘It’s fantastic, it’s

Bomber's father bizarrely claims that the FBI CALLED his son

The parents of the suspected Boston bombers have claimed that their oldest son received a call from the FBI accusing him of the attack, to which he responded: 'That's your problem.' Tamerlan Tsarnaeva, who was killed following a shoot out with the police on Friday, called his mother two or three days after the marathon bombings to tell her about the call from the FBI, his father said. The claims, reported by Channel 4 News, reveal how Tsarnaeva, 26, believed that the FBI was watching him. His mother previously said he had been followed by the FBI for five years. Family: Anzor and Zubeidat Tsarnaev said their son claimed the FBI called him to accuse him of the bombings Channel 4 News suggested that, while it was unlikely the FBI had called the suspect to accuse him of the heinous crime, it was perhaps his way of preparing his parents for the news of his involvement. While it seems unlikely, if the claim is true, it raises questions over how the FBI handled the case. M

Going Dutch: Manchester City leading chase to land AZ Alkmaar playmaker Adam Maher

Going Dutch: Manchester City leading chase to land AZ Alkmaar playmaker Adam Maher The 19-year-old has been coveted by the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal and Spurs but is expected to leave for around £15.4m Lord Maher: Dutch teenager has been touted as a replacement for Nasri Dean Mouhtaropoulos Manchester City are leading the race to sign long-term target Adam Maher in the summer, according to reports from Europe.London clubs Arsenal, Tottenham and Chelsea have been previously linked with the Moroccan-born schemer, but the Blues appear to be in pole position.City are reported to have opened negotiations with the player's representatives over a summer move to the Etihad for an expected fee of around £15.4million.

No but yeah! PSG director talks DOWN moves for Ronaldo and Rooney then talks UP Nasri and Cabaye

No but yeah! PSG director talks DOWN moves for Ronaldo and Rooney then talks UP Nasri and Cabaye Paris St-Germain director of football says there's nothing concrete about Roo or Ron chat... but he's interested in signing Frenchmen We'll always have Paris? Former Old Trafford pals Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo are PSG targets, but only in theory, according to Brazil legend Leonardo Paris St Germain director of football Leonardo insists the club have not made an offer for Cristiano Ronaldo - and he's heard nothing about moves for Wayne Rooney or Edinson Cavani either.A deal for Rooney is reportedly done and dusted - though the Brazil legend claims he knows nowt about signing any Old Trafford star.But while Leonardo played down the biggest current transfer rumours surrounding the French giants, he signalled the clear intention to spend big this summer, and avoid 'thin-squad syndrome' next season!Good news too for the likes of Manchester City's Samir

Nou signing? Arsenal ponder fresh raid on Barcelona's youth academy for Prem wannabe defender

Nou signing? Arsenal ponder fresh raid on Barcelona's youth academy for Prem wannabe defender Julio Pleguezuelo is so keen to follow in the footsteps of Fabregas and co he has rejected a new contract - but Spurs and Man City are after him too Arsene Wenger could be ready to snap up another one of Barcelona’s young gems.Arsenal boss Wenger is in a three-way battle with Tottenham and Manchester City over 16-year-old defender Julio Pleguezuelo.But the Gunners believe they are in pole position, which would be another coup after signing Cesc Fabregas, as well as Fran Merida, Hector Bellerin and Jon Toral, from the Nou Camp’s famous academy in recent years.Barca are braced to lose Pleguezuelo and Ecuadorian midfielder Josimar - also a target for Premier League clubs.Both have rejected new three-year deals because they can get more money in England.They are believed to have snubbed offers on a sliding scale of £10,000-a-week in the first year, rising to £12,000 and then £15,000-per-wee

Returns policy: Newcastle interested in Andy Carroll.. but only for £25m LESS than Liverpool bought him for

Returns policy: Newcastle interested in Andy Carroll.. but only for £25m LESS than Liverpool bought him for West Ham can't afford him but a return to Tyneside is on the cards if Brendan Rodgers is prepared to take a massive loss Andy Carroll is on Newcastle's radar for a summer transfer - but only at a knockdown £10million price.Carroll is hitting top form at West Ham and will face Manchester United tonight.However, the Hammers can't afford a long term deal and he will return to Liverpool in the summer.Anfield chief Brendan Rodgers is undecided whether Carroll has a future on Merseyside, but admitted last week the club has not missed his presence.The indications are that Carroll will be shipped out again and Newcastle want to bring him home for a staggering £25m less than they sold him to Liverpool for two years ago. Pierre pressure: Newcastle face competition for Aubameyang Newcastle's No1 target in the summer is an extra striker having lost Demba Ba in January

Frankly laughable: Fulham target Lampard but don't expect Chelsea legend to take their interest seriously

Frankly laughable: Fulham target Lampard but don't expect Chelsea legend to take their interest seriously "He is England's most productive midfielder in 30 or 40 years. He will have a smile on his face if he listens to us but I'd love to have him" sighs Jol Martin Jol would love Frank Lampard at Craven Cottage - but reckons he is staying at Chelsea.Lampard is out of contract in the summer and Jol, who Fulham side host the Blues in a west London derby on Wednesday, expects clubs to be queuing up to sign the England star.The game at Craven Cottage is expected to see Lampard make his 600th appearance for the Blues, but his future is still up in the air - to the extent that even his planned summer wedding to TV presenter Christine Bleakley is on ice.The 34-year-old has won almst every major honour during his 12 years at Stamford Bridge - and that is why Jol reckons he will get offered a new deal.The Fulham boss said: "He is the most productive midfield players