The Texas senator, 49, was seen mimicking the clap shortly as he spoke with other Republican, including Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, before the vote was called around 5 pm.

In 1991, five years after the disaster which rocked Ukraine, the black fungi was found sprouting up the walls of the abandoned reactor which had been flooded with gamma.

Anna Sakidon's biological age was nearer to 80 and she weighed just 17lbs when she died in Ukraine. She suffered from Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome which only affects 160 people.

Wildfires burning through radioactive forests in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone in Ukraine are getting ever closer to the exploded nuclear reactor (pictured, forest fires in the famed Exclusion Zone).

Emiliano Sala sent a heartbreaking message to his friend saying he felt Nantes did not respect him and were forcing him out of the club just days before he tragically died in a plane crash.

Cardiff management, players and supporters have paid tribute to Emiliano Sala on the first anniversary of the striker's death. The Argentine died in a plane crash en route to Cardiff a year ago.

Cardiff have filed a lawsuit against Nantes over the death of Emiliano Sala, according to reports in France. Sala died after the plane he was travelling to Wales crashed into the English Channel.

George North looks likely to line up at outside centre in Wayne Pivac's new-look Wales team to face Italy as Rhys Webb is set for a recall.

Alan Pardew has recruited Cardiff City striker Omar Bogle on loan until the end of the season as he aims to keep relegation-threatened ADO Den Haag in the Eredivisie.

WILL KELLEHER IN CARDIFF: Wales often overachieved, pulled performances from nowhere... galvanised by Gatland they showed heart and fire. Now they face life after him with Pivac.

Les Bleus are unbeaten in the tournament so far after wins against England and Italy at home but Wales lock Jake Ball has warned they are ready to make the most of a 'hostile' atmosphere in Cardiff.

WILL KELLEHER AT THE PRINCIPALITY STADIUM: Wayne Pivac was left livid with two decisions costing Wales a win over France as they lost at home in the Six Nations for the first time in three years.

Wolves defender Dion Sanderson is attracting interest from the Molineux side's rival Premier League clubs following an impressive start to his loan at Cardiff City in the Championship.

NIK SIMON: England face Wales in a mouth-watering Six Nations clash seeking revenge after suffering defeat in Cardiff a year ago.

The former England Under 21 international had been on a life support machine in hospital for the past 12 days but his pregnant wife Amanda was at his bedside when it was turned off on Thursday.

FA bosses are ready to offer the use of Wembley Stadium in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

PETE JENSON IN SPAIN: In a video posted on Cardiff & Vale Health Charity's social media, Bale thanked all staff for their hard work and sacrifice during the Covid-19 crisis.

The Premier League is even more cosmopolitan with the arrival of Wolves, Cardiff and Fulham. That's because the men bankrolling the three new additions are from China, America and Malaysia.

Nottingham Forest striker Ben Brereton has agreed personal terms with Blackburn Rovers ahead of a proposed £6million transfer, Sportsmail understands.

Sportsmail provide you with everything you need to know for the Carabao Cup third round including TV coverage and fixtures plus VAR matches and key dates whcih will feature top-flight clubs.

Wolverhampton Wanderers have received plenty of deserved plaudits on their return to the top flight, with some going as far as to call them the best newly promoted side in Premier League history.

The Premier League of 1992-93 - the first season after the split from the Football League - feels a world away from the glitz and sheen of today. Just look at the kits, for example. 

Lauded as the best coach in the world, by Pep Guardiola no less, Marcelo Bielsa conceded both the points and the tactical battle here to leave Leeds in familiar territory.

Blackburn boss Tony Mowbray believes Bradley Dack is too good to be 'languishing in the middle of the Championship' - and he is right. How Newcastle must give him the platform he clearly deserves.

Britain has always been home to some of the most physical and aggressive matches in football and reckless challenges have therefore been a part of the Premier League's 27-year history.

Southampton got off to the perfect start at Watford on Tuesday when Shane Long fired them ahead after just seven seconds. Sportsmail takes a look at the Premier League's top-10 quickest ever strikes...

Tyler Magloire's pace not only puts him ahead of Paris Saint-Germain star Mbappe, but it also beats Usain Bolt's average speed when he set the 100m world record in Berlin back in 2009.

TOM FARMERY AT CARROW ROAD: If Norwich fans knew it would end like this then there would never have been any early season angst when it didn’t seem to be going their way.

Here Sportsmail identifies some of the stand-out players from the Championship who could yet be plying their trade in the Premier League next season.

Throughout the day, Sportsmail will bring you all the latest transfer news from the top flight, the Football League and all across Europe.

Lewis Holtby has signed a two year contract with Blackburn Rovers. The 29-year old former Tottenham and Germany midfielder was a free agent after leaving Hamburg.

Blackburn Rovers legend Morten Gamst Pedersen has given a rare insight into the wild days under Paul Ince at Ewood Park, in which the players were pushed to the edge by the ex-midfield general.

Charlotte Crosby declared herself a 'mess' on Wednesday night's episode of I'm A Celebrity.

She's tipped to have a jungle romance with Ryan Gallagher on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! Australia. 

Ex Geordie Shore star Scotty T has been slammed for encouraging fans to quit their jobs and earn more money from gambling, one month after being declared bankrupt.

Their blossoming romance has been the talk of the town since they first arrived on I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! Australia.

Chloe Ferry enjoyed a topless swim in the ocean as she dived into the warm waters during a boat trip on Monday.

Charlotte Crosby has had the revelation that her attraction to I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! Australia co-star Ryan Gallagher was nothing more than hunger. 

Chloe Ferry put on a very busty display as she slipped into a tiny triangle bikini top as she headed to get a pedicure at her luxury resort on Wednesday.

Charlotte Crosby broke down in tears while opening up to Paul Cosentino about her feelings for Ryan Gallagher on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! Australia.

The Geordie Shore star, 27, hit out at former Atomic Kitten singer and mother-of-five Kerry, 39, after she urged Charlotte, 29, to stop having plastic surgery in her magazine column earlier this week.

They've been growing closer and closer every day. On Tuesday's episode of I'm A Celebrity Australia, Charlotte Crosby sneaked a peek at her jungle love while he was in the shower.

The former Geordie Shore star, 27, opted for another dramatic hair transformation as she ditched her blonde tresses in favour of a pink wig for a sizzling Instagram snap on Monday.

Ryan Gallagher's jungle romance with Charlotte Crosby on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! Australia has been making headlines over the last three weeks.

Letitia Crosby spoke to NW magazine on Monday about Charlotte and Ryan's jungle romance, saying that the couple have the potential to go the distance

On Tuesday's episode of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! Australia, Ryan Gallagher offered to move to England to be with jungle lover Charlotte Crosby. 

The authenticity of Ryan Gallagher and Charlotte Crosby's relationship has come into question since they met on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!

Ryan Gallagher was eliminated on Tuesday night's episode of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! Australia, leaving his jungle lover Charlotte Crosby heartbroken.

Chloe Ferry came under fire from fans on Instagram on Tuesday as they accused her of Photoshopping her figure.

Geordie Shore star Charlotte Crosby isn't known for her subtlety.